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earthrealm:
nice...dead center instead of off center....another way of installing it would be to add an additional on switch, so you can view the reverse cam without necessarily engaging the reverse gear.
this tragedy may hv been averted if the car had a reverse cam

http://punchng.com/masaris-aide-kills-own-daughter-with-car/

Yep Yep, backup cams are an absolute necessity, I have come to see this.
I find it quite suprising tho, Most of these guys drive high end recent model vehicles, and most recent model vehicles come equipped with reverse cams ,

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Been very busy ...well.... mostly too lazy, to update on my camera install.

Below are images of the daytime view at two locations.

New pioneer models allow you to directly access the camera function from within the menu ( turn on the camera while driving etc) So I initially powered the camera from a direct 12v source, and also connected a trigger line from the head unit to the reverse lights allowing me to :

1.Turn the camera on regardless of whether the car is in reverse or not.

2. Automatically trigger the camera when the vehicle is thrown in reverse .

This was a good setup, but it came with a disadvantage...

I later decided to disconnect the constant power to the cam because that meant the camera constantly stayed "ON" , and according to information i read on some forums, having the camera ON at all times would increase the likelihood of burning out. So i am currently left with automatic trigger ( when the vehicle goes into reverse).
So I powered the camera by tapping into the reverse light.

earthrealm:
yeah the crv and 2nd gen rav4 have that problem of offcenter location. in one of my installations, i didnt bother centralizing it, just that the driver needs to be aware and compensate with the side mirrors



see a night shot of my reverse screen ..very very bright

I cut a small flap into the bumper and was able to install @ dead centre. , and its been dandy so far.

The tyre has more or less served as protection from rear impact.

cyborg123:
I'm highly curious about how you intend to improvise. The only area I'm seeing as feasible might be too high. That is above the rear windshield.

Yes o. You're not far from the truth.

It's generally along that vertical axis ( the sprinkler opening)

I resorted to mounting on the bumper. Was a helluva task but Came out nice.
Will upload images and details later

Now unto the Installation and the envisioned challenge.

80 % of backup or reverse cameras are designed to be mounted above, or generally around License plate holders ( depending on vehicle/trunk type....hatchback, van, sedan etc) because they are typically dead centre of your vehicle, and dead centre is where you need that camera to be.
So if like me you have a license plate holder that is offset to the left or right ( as pictured below) because of the presence of a spare tyre or any other reason ..... YOU'RE SCREWED.

You have two options:

1. Mount the cam on the offset location and live with the image displacement

2. Improvise

I'm taking option 2.

To do this, I need to find a dead centre location that works with following criteria

Easy modification without specialized tools. (cannot be a mod that will require too much drilling or cutting or impair the integrity of the body or it's esthetics) so the location must be one that allows for a reasonably easy and neat install

Secure location... not too susceptible to damage from occassional rear impact (in this lagos, be prepared for that)

Location has to be one with direct/easy access to reverse light wiring and a clear path to the Head unit from there....

So after making and dismissing several choices and doing alot of research, I settled for the Accele RVCLPMBS Backup Camera. By Optix

According to the wirecutter , and a few other review sites, ....this is ranked the best value for money backup camera.
With an impressive allround performance , and one of the best night vision performance on the market, it was a good choice.

I searched ebay and amazon for this bad boy but couldn't get it. For reasons that beat me, only Crutchfield, and a few other car electronics dealers carried the model. This I found quite suprising.
Long story short, I ordered them off Crutchfield and they arrived early in the week. ( crutchfield purchase link and wirecutter review link below)

Purchase Link
https://www.crutchfield.com/p_074RVCLPBS/Accele-RVCLPMBS.html


Review Link
https://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-backup-camera-and-displays/

earthrealm:
omo i was like you before, till i saw a video of a toddler who crawled under a reversing suv..and was crushed... a reverse camera would hv saved the toddler.
i hv reverse cams installed on all my cars now.
drivivng a car without reverse ca,s..i feel inadequate/vulnreable.....you wouldnt really understand till you start using one.

i dont even look back now while reversing..the panasonic big screen shows every detail...in conjuction with the side mirrors when necessary

You unconsciously planted a virus in my subconscious.

After this and other backup cam conversations we had, I started to notice how much easier and safer backing up would be if I had a reverse camera in place.it got so bad that everytime i put the vehicle in reverse I would imagine what the process would have been if I was looking at a sharp 7" display instead of twisting and craning my neck and trying to see over and beyond the tailgate of my CR-V in certain tight situation.

my research has finally culminated in a purchase and a possible home installation this weekend.

I already forsee some problems with me planned setup, but . I'm looking forward to the challenge.

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earthrealm:
OK LOOK S NICE, MY problem with it is that the image is small, and it also takes up space in your rear veiw mirror, i use a standalone dash cam, records hd/1080p too superb, and easy to connect.accepts upto 128gb mem card..thus you can install and forget..will takes wks b4 it gets full and starts overwrintg.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00X528FNE/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Did you view the specs? The reverse camera screen is larger than the 2.4" on this....Its a 5" IPS display, that extends to the left beyond the coloured menu rectangles and only comes on when you want it to, or when you go into reverse.( Allowing you to enjoy both rearview mirror and reverse camera visibility at the same time)
After that, all you have is a plain mirror with no signs of doubling as a display. I think that's plenty large for me.

But again it's ultimately a matter of choice

earthrealm:
YEah most dvd headunits have the auto reverse camera switch on function, a few older models dont have it.
mine is an old unit installed 2012 , still running good till date, zero issues. hooked up a portable flat subwoofer and a small underseat amp to power just the subwoofer, as my setup is in an suv and the acoustics isnt so good...would hv done a lil bit of sound deadening....but not comfy paying such high freight cost for it
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006Y441L0/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

yeah, in the western world where people tow trailers with their cars, the hook it up auto and manual..so they can switch on the reverse car while driving intermittently to ensure the trailer and any stuff hooked behind is still there etc, and some other uses.
considered doing that, but got cold feet...lol

I think i will be settling for this model.

The advantages are really plenty. It'll be nice to have a HD dash cam for recording road trips, police interaction, collusions, etc.
The gesture feature and embedded display are also quite impressive.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B074M2R81W/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1505993734&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=vantrue+N3


https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=bkVCtHAIpUg


I will update IF I eventually pull the trigger.

earthrealm:
see a shot of the cam in action...dont mind the wavy lines its from the camera..physics/optics effects

you can see from the pics..that u can see the ground behind the car, so toddler or even gutter @ night would be clearly seen...most cameras also come with nightvision, and its best you connect it to be automatic, so the cam displays whenever you switch to reverse gear

They really are helpful,

Yh, saw alot of those when i was considering getting one.with adjustable camera lens, Night vision and up to 170° viewing angle. I'll post when i get around to doing an install

All reverse cams I've seen automatically switch on when the reverse gear is engaged. (Connecting power from the reverse lights) that's the most logical thing to do. Do people have installs with manual switching?

What model is this head unit, the button designs look unfamiliar

EgunMogaji:
Slowly but surely

Still undecided on the head unit. Now looking at Kenwoods again.

Is this a bypass toggle switch ?

earthrealm:
ooh..not wireless..too bad.
how much did it cost you to ship down to nigeria?

A wireless setup of similar capacity from a brand like Sony will set you back upwards of $1,000.
I think I'd rather have planned cable management in place


Shipping was about $100 or so, (shipping weight is almost 30lbs)

Surround Speakers

Front Speakers

AutoElectNG:
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This is the unit I purchased:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00BI22U3O/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1


And This is the configuration/setup I adopt: as seen in 1st picture

Its an optimal placement configuration for a 5.1 channel system with surround sound. ( 2 front speakers, 1 center speaker, 2 surround sparkers , 1 subwoofer)


-In the second picture you can see the positioning of the front and center speakers relative to the viewing screen.

-i don't know if you can tell from third and fourth pictures but, the front speakers are angled "inwards" firing in the direction of the sitting position, as depicted in the Schematic.

-the rear surround speakers are raised to the top and angled so they're firing downwards, the surround effect descends on the listener's sitting position . I had to fish the cables from the location of the DVD unit, into the wall, through the ceiling and out to the speaker location.

The recommended height for front speaker poistioning is usually head level (in sitting position). The center speakers can be above or below the screen depending on how high the screen is mounted or how low it's sitting.

The sound production has been nothing but delicious

earthrealm:
omo i was like you before, till i saw a video of a toddler who crawled under a reversing suv..and was crushed... a reverse camera would hv saved the toddler.
i hv reverse cams installed on all my cars now.
drivivng a car without reverse ca,s..i feel inadequate/vulnreable.....you wouldnt really understand till you start using one.

i dont even look back now while reversing..the panasonic big screen shows every detail...in conjuction with the side mirrors when necessary

You make a very good point.

I'll definitely look into installing one soon

godwinjay:
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I love what you have done to your ride...maybe someday i'll get to experience the results of your work in person, really amazing work.

Wanted to know if u have any other plans for your car, seeing you are an avid DIYER.

Reason why i'm asking is cos apart from you and a few people on this forum, actual car enthusiasts are missing on this side of the world.

I'm talking about people who really want to modify their cars like you do, not the usual "I want to drive Benz/G-wagon/Range Rover" group of people. If there's any, pls lemme know ooh. It'll be nice to have car meets and and see what others can do with their cars.

Me for example, i'm starting a project in December. I want to do a fullrace turbo install on a r18a 8th gen Honda Civic. It will prolly take a year cos the parts are expensive.

I want to know if anyone else is doing stuff like this atm.

Thanks Chief.

I haven't gotten the nerves or know-how to start engine or performance mods. I'm still a learner
But i know myself though, sooner or later I'll be bored or dissastisfied, but i don't think it'll be on this Car.
A project like that would be on a car I plan to keep for a while. This ride..... Not so long.

Oh, I also changed the headight bulbs to some kick-a$$ LED bulbs from Hikari Japan. Easy install, 10 mins in and out

CREE (XHP50+XM-L2) LEDs, 3600lm/per LED

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01LCE19OI/ref=mp_s_a_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1505083208&sr=8-1-fkmr0&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=hikari%2Bhonda%2Bcr-v&th=1&psc=1

I dare not turn on the full beam. Even though this is adequately approved by regulatory authorities for road use.

I look forward to seeing a thread on your performance mod