How To Install Reverse Camera In M35

[slippylotion]

Hi guys

This weekend I want to install my reverse camera to the M35. Im going to connect it into the av input on the Commsman tv tuner but wanted to know the best way to switch to the av input when I select reverse. I read somewhere about the C1 terminal inside the jdm tuner but not sure how it needs to be wired and exactly how it works.

I want the reverse camera to automatically be viewed on the factory screen when ever reverse is selected and then back to what the last input was. Is this possible and if so how do I need to wire it all up?

Thanks guys

Edited October 26, 2011 by slippylotion

[Commsman]

Follow these steps:

1. connect the camera power to the reverse lights

2. run the 12V from the reverse lights to a relay (other side to earth)

3. run the 12V from the reverse lights to the yellow wire on the tuner power connector

4. the switched circuit of the relay has an earth one side & the other side is soldered onto C1 terminal inside the OEM tuner

When you select reverse the lights power up the camera, switch the tuner to the aux input (camera) & activate the relay to put an earth on the contact to immediately switch your screen to display the reverse camera picture. Easy!

[slippylotion]

Sweet, thanks.

Hopefully make lack of wiring skills gets it right.

Cheers ?

[Tommy Kaira RL]

you dont need a relay just power the camera and the tuner trigger wire with the reverse light 12v when on

[slippylotion]

But will that force the screen to show that input when I select reverse and not have to flick another switch to then revert back to previous input?

Even if Im listening to a cd will it automatically switch and show up on the screen then revert back to cd without me selecting anything?

[Tommy Kaira RL]

No it wont force the screen

If your in tv mode on the screen you wont need to press anything. Shorting the C1 to ground does the same thing as pressing the TV button on the dash. You will need the C1 and relay if you want it fully automated. I just leave mine in TV mode

[slippylotion]

Does anyone know how to get wiring in/out of the tailgate?

Its a sealed unit by the looks and can't see how to runs a cable through it into the cabin.

[Tommy Kaira RL]

Its a bitch thats why I would go wireless. I went under the roof trim to get into the rubber tube to the tailgate then under the rubber that goes around rear window there is a small gap under neath it. Then down to the side then your in.

[slippylotion]

Hey Brad

Yeah I can see now that wireless would have better, just didn't know its all sealed up

I pulled all the trims off and can get to the wiring loom grommets going into the top of the hatch. I just can't work out how to chase the wires down that wiring grommet into the frame and down behind the number plate.

I just need to feed 1 x video RCA

Edited October 28, 2011 by slippylotion

[Tommy Kaira RL]

To get to the number plate take out one of the number plate lights and file a slot in one corner near the back and put back in to see if there is enough room for the thin wire to go through(not RCA size) If you cant see through the hole then file a bit more out.

Poke a piece of wire through with the end turned over and pinched. So there is no sharp edges then poke it through the rubber and tape the rca to it. Put lots of tape to taper the plug down to wire size. Then lube up and wiggle it through. I think I came out the side of tube at the end and then went around the rubber seal

There is a small gap under the rubber boot seal between the outside body and the trim

Ill have a look if your still stuck.

Putting the camera above the number plate is still the best spot. I couldnt think of anywhere else on the back to go.

[Tommy Kaira RL]

P.S you might need a 12v+ wire going back to the tuner from the reverse light to switch it to reverse.

[slippylotion]

Cheers Brad, Ill have a crack tomorrow and hope for the best.

I mounted the camera this arvo, came out really good.

Yeah I was going to grab that +12v reverse light wire from where it comes back into the cabin under the head lining.

Edited October 28, 2011 by slippylotion

[andy65b]

Cheers Brad, Ill have a crack tomorrow and hope for the best.

I mounted the camera this arvo, came out really good.

Yeah I was going to grab that +12v reverse light wire from where it comes back into the cabin under the head lining.

What was the camera that you used designed for? (what car model)

Cheers

ANdy

[bigkevracer]

Hey Andy. Think its for a 350Z. Looks the same as mine.

How did you mount it up in there Paul? I figured youd have to make up an adaptor.

[slippylotion]

Its for an X trail. I made a 1.6mm thick ally plate the same size as the factory number plate light and fit the camera into that. Nice and easy, took about 15mins to make it.

[andy65b]

Its for an X trail. I made a 1.6mm thick ally plate the same size as the factory number plate light and fit the camera into that. Nice and easy, took about 15mins to make it.

Cool, Thanks.

[Tommy Kaira RL]

After all that I hope you have a NTSC camera. Have you tried everything first?

[slippylotion]

After all that I hope you have a NTSC camera. Have you tried everything first?

Yeah I was on to that when I bought it. Its the NTSC version, sell both NTSC and PAL, you tell them what you want. I hooked it up when I got it for a quick test and works fine.

[slippylotion]

Reverse camera all installed and functional. I'll post up a bit of a DIY over the weekend for those interested.

Cheers to Leon and brad for advice.

Edited October 29, 2011 by slippylotion

[slippylotion]

Guys how do I insert images in the text window? Im on a mac if that makes any difference.

Edited October 29, 2011 by slippylotion