A rear view camera makes parking and maneuvering in tight spaces much easier. A car with a rear view camera becomes easier and safer to drive. Prices for rear-view cameras are constantly decreasing and now you can buy a simple camera for only 2000 rubles. However, installing the camera in a specialized auto service depends on the cost of the camera and the car, and may cost more than the camera itself.
Instructions
Step 1
First of all, when choosing a camera, be guided by its technical indicators. This is the angle of view: the wider the camera's angle of view, the better you can see what is happening from behind. The best models have a viewing angle of 150 degrees. The light sensitivity of the camera shows what kind of light the camera can work with. The lower the value of the indicator, the better. A quality camera can function even in low light conditions. The number of view modes also significantly expands the possibilities of parking using the camera. The most common modes are panoramic, top view, and corner view. The choice of a mirrorless camera depends on the habits of the individual driver. When used to parking by mirrors, choose a camera with a mirror image.
Step 2
By design, the cameras can be case and mortise. Housing mounted inside the cabin, mortise mounted in the rear bumper. In terms of their functionality, they are not very different. Universal cameras can be mounted both inside the cabin and outside the body. In terms of cost, mortise cameras are usually cheaper.
Step 3
There are special license plate frames with built-in rear-view cameras. This is one of the most attractive options. You can easily do it yourself, and if necessary, change the horizontal angle of view of the camera. In addition, this is the only option if the car does not have standard places for installing the camera. Please note that such a camera can be easily removed by any stranger.
Step 4
A stock camera is a camera model provided by the manufacturer and intended for installation in a specific vehicle. The design of the car provides a specially designated place for installing this camera. As a rule, such cameras have a hidden installation, have their own room lighting and, after installation, have an optimal viewing angle. In terms of cost, this type is more expensive than a universal camera.
Step 5
Many camera models have markings that are very useful when parking and determine the trajectory of movement when entering the parking lot. In expensive models of cameras, parking lines have an intelligent mode of operation.
Step 6
In addition, if you plan to install the camera in the license plate light, before choosing a camera, you must fully measure the ceiling as accurately as possible and remember how to mount it.
Step 7
If you have a monitor, check the compatibility of the monitor standard and the camera standard. All cameras and monitors are designed for one of two video signal formats: PAL format and NTSC format. If the video image formats on the camera and on the monitor do not match, it will not work to establish their joint work.
