Reversing cameras
Submitted: Saturday, Dec 15, 2012 at 21:14
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SDG
Been lots of discussion here about reversing cameras.
It has been mentioned somewhere about wiring them up to a permanent power source so that they are always on, giving the benefit of seeing what is directly behind you when towing. Especially on a straight road.
But.
As these cameras are designed to be used for a few minutes here and there for when in reverse, are there any problems with having them on for hours on end? Do they heat up, resulting in a shorter life use? What about the screen? Is it designed to always be on display. Is it legal? Is having two screens visible on the dash area, as most people also have a GPS, pratical?
Been thinking about doing this.
Thanks
Reply By: member - mazcan - Saturday, Dec 15, 2012 at 21:32
Saturday, Dec 15, 2012 at 21:32
hi sdg
i leave
mine on all the time while towing and never had a problem afaik there'is no law against having them on as you dont have to touch it like a gps or phone
mine has a 5inch lcd screen from 'precision vision'
my lcd screen sits on the dash in full sun and heat hasn't been a problem
i even turned it on a coulpe of occasions when ive had a tail gater up my rear in
perth and they immediately backed off when the camera led's lit up
must have thought it was a crashcam camera recording evidence for legal reasons
i put a 12 volt cig plug on
mine that has an inbuilt switch so can be turned on and off when ever i choose to
cheers
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Follow Up By: member - mazcan - Saturday, Dec 15, 2012 at 21:40
Saturday, Dec 15, 2012 at 21:40
2 years ago i went from mount barker wa to
esperance in 42deg heat for the whole journey during a heatwave with rev cam on all day no problems
the brand i have is designed to be on all the time
otherwise whats the point of having it
imho if it has to be mamby pambied
well dont buy it
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Reply By: Member - Toyocrusa (NSW) - Saturday, Dec 15, 2012 at 21:33
Saturday, Dec 15, 2012 at 21:33
Hi. I have a 150 series Prado and have my system wired up through an on/off toggle switch on the dash which in turn is powered through the ignition. I run my van camera continuosly when towing as a rear view and it is brilliant to see following traffic. We normally have a stop every couple of hours and have had a few 8 hour driving days lately. Niether camera or monitor have suffered after almost 3 years of use so far. I have the monitor down on the console in front of the transmission lever, it sits on velcro and is convenient for me or my wife to see. It happens in some traffic situations that I am too busy looking out the front to look down so I get her to relay what is happening. Regards,Bob.
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Reply By: KevKim37 - Saturday, Dec 15, 2012 at 21:48
Saturday, Dec 15, 2012 at 21:48
I have had a Polaris set up since 2005 and it is used full time as a Rear Vision Camera on our 79 Series Landcruiser Ute with enclosed canopy. I would not be without it as it is a whole new world being able to see all behind when driving/reversing. Also have one fitted to caravan for travelling, just switch to other camera.
I have not had any problems with this unit except a loose connection a couple of times.
Cheers Kev.
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Reply By: Bazooka - Saturday, Dec 15, 2012 at 23:03
Saturday, Dec 15, 2012 at 23:03
Someone mentioned recently that new rules don't allow visual display devices above dash level. Has anyone seen an official ruling in that regard? The best I've found is the NRMA advice that it must be fixed and not distract or obscure the drivers vision.
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Follow Up By: The Bantam - Sunday, Dec 16, 2012 at 00:52
Sunday, Dec 16, 2012 at 00:52
lets get the strory straight.
The ADRs and state legesaltion specificaly states that.
visual display devices shal not be viewable by the driver while the vehicle is being driven.......UNLESS they are used for rear vision or navigation purposes......there is no law stating at what height the monitor can be fitted...HOWEVER...nothing can be in a position that obstructs field of view thru the windscreen......that includes reversing cameras, navigation devices, fizzy dice and chineese lantern things.
Start with the ADRs....cant remember the number, but under "general safety requirements"
cheers
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Follow Up By: nowimnumberone - Sunday, Dec 16, 2012 at 08:59
Sunday, Dec 16, 2012 at 08:59
not sure about other states.
but in victoria the only place above the dash you can mount
gps/rear view is r/h/ bottom corner and has to be within
170x170mm square i believe
cheers
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Follow Up By: Bazooka - Sunday, Dec 16, 2012 at 11:58
Sunday, Dec 16, 2012 at 11:58
It seems that states have all adopted similar rules and the not-above-the-dash comment might have been a furphy. In summary most are requiring the device to be fixed in a commercial/purpose built mount where it doesn't block the driver's view and can't become a missile during a crash. Needless to say it shouldn't be fiddled with while driving.
Distracted driver rules
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Reply By: The Bantam - Sunday, Dec 16, 2012 at 00:43
Sunday, Dec 16, 2012 at 00:43
Unless they are cheap rubbish there is no issue with running them continuous.
both my cameras are and my 7 inch monitor are powered up most of the time.
cheers
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