Do you have to be in reverse gear for it to work - I would like to use it as a rear view camera on the back of a small popup to see what's back there?
1072879
Nope you don't even have to be in gear for it to work. It is not designed to use as a rear view camera because the camera is not designed to be out in the elements. Plus the camera can't be that far from the receiver, the final reason this wouldn't work is the picture isn't that clear until you get the hitch closer to the receiver.
1072880
I don't know. I returned the product because I found it to be very poorly designed. I had too much static on the screen. I had the camera attached to my trailer hitch on the rear bumper of my truck and I could not distinguish any objects at all because of the static.I would guess that the reception would only be worse from the additional distance added to get to the back of the trailer. Save yourself the time it will take you to return it and purchase a better system from the start.
1072881
No, this works independent of what gear you are in. The view screen gets its power from your cigarette ligher plug-in (so depending on that you may need your car running or in the on position for it to work) and the camera requires a battery.
1072882
The camera operation is independent of any gear selection. The unit is a "turn on and use till you turn it off or the batteries go dead" piece of equipment.
1072883
No, you do not have to be in reverse gear to see what is behind you! The view is spectacular, meaning wide, clear and accurate. I don't see why it won't work perfectly on the back of your pop up camper! Just remember to remove the camera when not on the road. Not that it would do anyone any good without the viewer, but some people might pick it up because it is there.....
1965413
No, because it is only use as a back-up camera, if your gps has those features, then alerts may come into play while you in reverse...
332770
Like the camera on your phone it all depends on how much lite there is.If your reverse lights put out enough light for you to use your mirrors then the camera works good.
182789
If you're using it in your car to display the backing up camera, then the image will be backwards by default and I don't believe it can be changed.
917280
Maybe. The camera is VERY line-of-sight oriented and does not do well with distance or impediments in-between the antenna and the 'mirror'. To test your options do a full install with it WITHOUT mounting the display. I put two toggle switches on mine so I can turn it on whenever I want it this liberates you from the requirement that it be attached to reverse operation only. Anyway set the display head wherever you think you might want it and test it tosee if it works there. Good luck Tom
1120882
I doubt it would as it sounds like your GPS is a stand alone unit like a GarminIf possible your GPS would need an Aux RCA video port & then you need to control the Reverse signal to switch from maps to reverse camera.They sell reverse mirrors that are cheap that have a small video screen built in that would work for you. PS this reverse camera image is very cloudy at night - great in the day
1026081
This is not a back up camera. It mounts to your rear view mirror. Aside from that. I would not buy it again. The unit I have has failed and no one will accept it for a return. Even Amazon. Poor Customer Service.
2081929
It says to use a mirror reverse camera on the directions so I'm not sure. Here's a link to the directions online. http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/StaticFiles/Manuals/Car/AVH-P4400BH_OwnersManual051712.pdf
917736
No.Per the designed setup the camera is only powered when the reverse rear lights are on. You could setup an alternate power source, always on, which would keep the camera and system on.
1411356
This camera has a button to adjust the setting on it. You will need to play with it to adjust. Sounds like you have it set on mirror which is reverse.
1588389
It's a camera and should be wired into your backup light and only work when you put the vehicle in reverse if properly installed. You will have a picture of what's behind the vehicle when in reverse but when you shift into forward the the monitor screen goes blank.
784901
yes ofcourse, I have a rear view camera, i have a cheaper camera but works beautifully for my needs. You could go for a higher end camera if you prefer, but for most needs a regular backup camera ( about 60$ at most professional installers should do)
636269
I believe it could if you buy the special cord that is needed not sure one this is ? sorry I have a back up camera that works in my rear view mirror , when I am backing out the screen on the system is black screen so I think it is just a matter of having that connected , you might want to call audio express or someone who provides installations my system works great it would nice to look into this to have an extra camera
885557
No, it works from the front and back as long as you point it directly at the camera
54694
I do not recall if it came with a back up camera or that I purchased one separately. The unit does changes to the rear back up camera on placing the transmission in reverse immediately.
2142100
Yes it can be wired to the reverse sensor so it shows you a rear view camera.
428264
Yes. After so many years using a rear view mirror I cannot use this camera to back up. It is backwards to what you expect. It is helpful to keep from hitting something while you are backing.