08 HL Base - Backup camera wiring?

buzzly · 12-21-2008, 07:41 AM

Does anyone has knowledge whether the wirings for backup camera are in placed even the option is not ordered?

Wife would like to add a DIY backup camera to out new 08 HL base. Would be nice if there the wirings for the camera are already there. Then, I just have to replace the existing clock/screen. If not, I may be have go with a wireless approach (VR3 or Audiovox ACA250).

TIA

lucky777 · 12-21-2008, 08:51 AM

I don't believe that Base has camera wiring, since camera is not offered as an option on Base. I wanted to add a camera myself and was thinking about this

http://www.autoanything.com/mirrors/...&from_search=1

I don't know how good wireless cameras are. Couldn't find any good reviews or installation write ups. Let me know what you find out.

buzzly · 12-21-2008, 02:55 PM

Wireless camera is always a iffy thing.

But your selection is nice. BUT i checked, the don't have it for the 07 + 08 HL model.

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Originally Posted by lucky777

I don't believe that Base has camera wiring, since camera is not offered as an option on Base. I wanted to add a camera myself and was thinking about this

http://www.autoanything.com/mirrors/61A3727A0A0.aspx?kc=ffproduct&from_search=1

I don't know how good wireless cameras are. Couldn't find any good reviews or installation write ups. Let me know what you find out.

lucky777 · 12-21-2008, 04:20 PM

That mirror is universal. If you read reviews below, somemone installed it in 2007 Toyota Tacoma. As long as mirror mounting fits it will work out for 08 HL.

buzzly · 12-26-2008, 08:12 AM

I have just ordered Audiovox rvmpkg4 for $99 + 15ship from this on-name (to me) car-sound dealer. This only reason I went with this dealer is the price.
http://www.ikesound.com/

I have looked up a lot of cheaply-made imports from eBay- some have much larger screen
http://electronics.shop.ebay.com/ite...86Q2ec0Q2em282

At the end, I think 4" screen the Audiovox has is big enough. Besides, I like the "stealth" installation of a 4" screen integrated onto a OEM-sized (11") mirror. I also want to stick with a "better-known" brand - Audiovox ( LOL....)
I have also found someone posted his experience and installation on this forum.
http://forum.ih8mud.com/80-series-te...ll-w-pics.html
Many Audiovox models on the market have been discontinued - including the one I've purchased.

Now the big question about the installation. The most direct path for wiring would be right down the middle, under the roofliner. Anyone have experience in snaking wires under the roofliner? Or taking out the roofliner first is better?

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Originally Posted by lucky777

That mirror is universal. If you read reviews below, somemone installed it in 2007 Toyota Tacoma. As long as mirror mounting fits it will work out for 08 HL.

lucky777 · 12-26-2008, 10:18 AM

Is it auto dim mirror? Mirror reviews seem to be good, can't figure out why it has speakers though.

http://www.beachaudio.com/powerrevie...-Included.html

Seller ratings look pretty bad. I wouldn't buy there

http://www.resellerratings.com/store/Ikesound

Let us know how it works out for you and make some installation pictures.

buzzly · 12-26-2008, 10:53 AM

Yes, I saw that resellerrating too. Yike! I hope they'll send me the correct model or any model ;-) I used Paypal to somewhat "protect" on purchase. Also this seller do a lot of business at eBay, and they have much better rating there. Speaking of eBay, the "older" model RVMPKG3 is going for around $100-120.

- I am pretty sure the mirror does not have auto dimming. Some reviewers said the mirror has a natual darker tint(that they don't really like). Come to think of it, the HL's mirror is pretty dark too.

- the camera has sound pick up as well, hence the speakers on the mirror. Also, in theory, the second video input accept other A/V input too.

So assuming I do get the camera (lol), should I try to snake the wires under the middle of the roofliner?

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Originally Posted by lucky777

Is it auto dim mirror? Mirror reviews seem to be good, can't figure out why it has speakers though.

http://www.beachaudio.com/powerrevie...-Included.html

Seller ratings look pretty bad. I wouldn't buy there

http://www.resellerratings.com/store/Ikesound

Let us know how it works out for you and make some installation pictures.

lucky777 · 12-26-2008, 11:09 AM

Looks like older RVMPKG3 is better since it comes with night vision camera.

buzzly · 12-26-2008, 11:42 AM

Edit: Actually this reviewer was wrong. This system comes with a Roselsa CCD with infrared rather than the generally cheaper CMOS camera.

I could be wrong. According to the reviewer posted over ih8mud.com, the camera does have night vision: " the camera is ¼” CMOS Sensor, color, same resolution as the screen with a wide viewing angle of 130 degrees. .....It’s pretty heavy for its size with a metal water proof housing. Minimum illumination is .3 Lux." The camera came with 3 LCD lights on each side of the lens.

Again according this this poster, both models are the same except the G4 model has a LCD on/off trigger from the backup light. But that's all know.

First thing first, I need to receive the goods from this dealer ;-). It is a $100 gamble/experiment.

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Originally Posted by lucky777

Looks like older RVMPKG3 is better since it comes with night vision camera.