Team-BHP - The reversing camera & parking sensor thread

I have booked the Tata Punch Adventurer with Rhythm pack, which adds a factory fitted rear camera system and 7'' Harman touchscreen, along with tweeters to the car for 45K. I am thinking of whether to save the pack cost and install a "Tata Motors provided & installed" rear camera kit or a good Blaupunkt kit as an aftermarket accessory.

Any preferences? Is the 45K factory fitted set-up worth it or should I get the BP kit?

Folks, i recently installed a Blaupunkt reverse camera for my new Swift. The camera which was offered by Maruti showroom was so pathetic that i decided to install it separately. The accessories shop was flooded with Blaupunkt mainly with multiple variants with similar sounding names. I don't recall the exact model number but it had night vision, HD resolution and parking guidelines.

However i find that the quality is really pathetic. The clarity and resolution are so appalling that the Maruti offering seems better in hindsight. I spent 5K on the whole purchase plus installation - i don't mind spending a bit more if i can get a good product.

I installed a woodman headunit for my Father-in-law's car which came with a very good quality reverse camera. But I can't find it on their website. My KIA Seltos OEM reverse camera also is excellent, and that's the quality i am looking for.

Request if someone can suggest a good model which will fit my Swift.

I own a 2015 Fiat Punto Evo Sport. I have planned to install a reverse camera with an external display and parking sensors. I don't want to disturb the factory-fitted audio system, which doesn't have a display for the camera. I currently live in Bengaluru. Kindly help me choose the best camera with guidelines, display, and a good installer.

Hello BHPians!

I had a bit of an incident recently. It was raining heavily and I was backing up my car on the road. I generally use my rear camera for vision, but due to the heavy rain, it had become useless. I couldn't pop my head out as well and looking over my shoulder didn't help much. Ended up with a minor crash into a wonderfully placed drum :eek:

Is there any accessory/solution to avoid rain drops hampering the rear camera visibility? What do you folks do in such rainy situations?

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Originally Posted by sidrobbi (Post 5556174)

Isn't that why we also have parking sensors? Camera helps for 99% cases, for that remaining 1%, you may need parking sensors.

I have also faced issue of reversing camera not being useful when dirty, especially in monsoon and night times. When it rains side mirrors visibility is not very good. Only parking sensor to the help. Normally I reverse using mirrors, but camera helps.
I tried putting water repellent, but doesn't help much with dirt. Anyone else has faced this and found working solutions, please let me know.

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Originally Posted by DetectiveMiles (Post 5591597)

The position of the camera is important for a clear view during rainy days. In Safari, I have fitted the camera in the rear bumper. It sits in a recessed hole and the spare tire protect the camera from direct splash.
But I always make a practice to clean the camera lens as I clean the front windshield.

The reverse camera is available from about Rs.600 to about 5000/-. My first camera can't see much in the dark. I upgraded the camera some years back which gave it night vision as it had Infra Red LED around the rim. This time I upgraded to a higher resolution camera and coupled with a 9 inch display it offers good view in the dark. Its field of vision is also wide which means you can see adjacent area - flower pots or deep ravine.

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Originally Posted by Prowler (Post 5593332)

The position of the camera is important for a clear view during rainy days.

But I always make a practice to clean the camera lens as I clean the front windshield.

I already have camera built-in, but the problem is when it gets dirty in bad roads during heavy rains. I do clean them while cleaning car, also beginning of journey during rainy season. I tried turtlewax windshield water repellent which works nicely on large glass, didn't find very useful on camera

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Originally Posted by Prowler (Post 5593332)

The reverse camera is available from about Rs.600 to about 5000/-. My first camera can't see much in the dark. I upgraded the camera some years back which gave it night vision as it had Infra Red LED around the rim. This time I upgraded to a higher resolution camera and coupled with a 9 inch display it offers good view in the dark. Its field of vision is also wide which means you can see adjacent area - flower pots or deep ravine.

Can you please share the link and details of the high resolution camera?

My Urban Cruiser has issues with the touch screen and Toyota says its because of the reverse parking camera I got installed from outside. They are saying the voltage of the camera wiring is messing with the touchscreen circuit. Please suggest a good reverse camera to avoid this issue.

I want to install a reverse camera, but instead of taking power from the reverse light, I want to install it with a switch to take power directly from the battery so that I can use it as a rearview cam whenever I need it. Can someone suggest a good place in Mumbai that can do this? I tried a few shops, but they only offer the reverse light method.

Mod note: Kindly ensure that you proof-read your posts prior to submission. Also, it would be a good idea to use a spell-checker.

Dear Team,I have a Wagon R which has reverse camera setup..with camera and 2 sensors.Display unit is the removable horizontal one which we attach to the inside rear view mirror.Not integrated into car display.Few days back,the display unit started showing blue screen whenever I slot the reverse gear.It subsequently broke when it fell while i was trying to pull it from the mirror.
The camera and sensors on the back bumper seem to be alright.No visible damage nor any accident.The car accessories dealers say they can change the entire setup and the starting price is 7500.

Can I replace only the display monitor/unit.If yes, what is the best choice?I'm based out of Hyderabad.

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Originally Posted by Ram78 (Post 5668724)

Dear Team,I have a Wagon R which has reverse camera setup..with camera and 2 sensors.............
Can I replace only the display monitor/unit.If yes, what is the best choice?I'm based out of Hyderabad.

Sorry...could not merge the 2 posts. It is actually 1 camers and 4 sensors.It was purchased in the showroom during delivery. Autocop brand is mentioend at the back of the display. I have attached the pics.

Hi guys, the reversing camera in my Kia carnival base model has fogged up since last 6 to 8 months atleast and is not clearing up.

We have taken extended warranty plan which will expire in July next year. I wanted to know if the fogging issue could be repaired under warranty or do i need to pay for servicing it.

If high humidity or car washing is causing this then the problem is bound to repeat. Is there anything I can do to solve this myself without removing the camera?

It depends from one vehicle to another. OEM radios turn on the rear view camera only when they get a reverse signal from the BCM irrespective of the source of power of the camera.

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Originally Posted by RGCST (Post 5626513)