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Backup Monitor Input

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by tigerpilot, Mar 11, 2016.

  1. tigerpilot

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    I'd Iike to add an additional camera and be able to switch inputs to the monitor.
    Has anyone had experience doing that?
    Thanks, Don
    Naples FL
     
    #1 tigerpilot, Mar 11, 2016
  2. Dylan Doxey

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    I installed an OEM backup camera to my 2014 Prius 2. It required routing some wires and then it just plugged into the head unit which already has a 6.1" touch screen.

    I used this video as a guide:
     
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  3. tigerpilot

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    Did you buy the camera and tee harness from them or just powered a different 12 volt camera and then switched video inputs between the original camera and the added camera?
    Thanks, Don
     
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  4. Dylan Doxey

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    I purchased the Toyota camera on Amazon. If you search "toyota backup camera" it pops right up.
    That includes all the wiring and fittings that you need.



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    Maybe I am misunderstand your question.

    You already have a camera, and you want to add an additional camera? That's not the question I'm answering.
     
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    Seems interesting, where are you planning to put the extra camera?
    I suppose you'll want to be able to access the camera even when not in reverse?
     
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  6. tigerpilot

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    I have a front camera in my '09 but it was easy because I have a Pioneer radio and used it's backup camera function to view the front camera. Just needed a switch to provide the 12 volts and mounted the camera in the grill. Works perfect and no more running over those concrete parking barriers.
    The 2015 has a backup camera and I wanted to switch inputs from the installed backup camera to the new front camera. I thought it would just need a 12 volt switch and then deal with choosing the video input. Only one camera would be used at a time so there shouldn't be any issues but.....can't seem to find anyone who has done this before. Otherwise I'm going to try a WiFi front camera and use a free app to view the camera on the iPhone. That camera could be powered continuously. If that fails, try to find a spot for a second very small video monitor but I have to find a place to mount it.
    I thought about a mirror camera but I have Homelink and don't want to lose it.
    If anyone has any ideas, I'll appreciate hearing them.
    Regards, Don
     
    #6 tigerpilot, Mar 13, 2016
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    If you have an aftermarket tuner, it's easy to add a camera to the front of the car. I did it with my Corolla Verso and I'm planning to do the same with my Prius also. There are number of cameras in eBay, I used the one that fits directly to the center of the logo in the front of the car (see attachment). In addition to that you'll also need this:
    Intelligent Control Two Channel Car Camera Video Switch Connect Front or Rear | eBay

    Hope this helps.
     

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