A lot of looks but no posts?

 

Sorry, but I don't have that same Radio. My RS6 came with the AVIC-F900BT Pioneer unit and it did require the parking brake on before video could be shown. Have you watching tried watching the video with the parking brake on?

 

Re: Back up Camera and Video Build

Okay, well since I posted this I talked to the dealer and they said i was going to need the "Alpine Video Input Kit" So I ordered It today and it should take about 2 weeks to get in.

Next week I'm going to order all the other parts that I need.

I found this video yesterday while trying to get more information on that the "Alpine Video Input Kit" actually came with. the same site I got the saw the video also had a helpful picture.

Now this is what I will be buying next week and hopefully have it all installed by the end of July.
The Adapter:

The Video cables for my Iphone:

The Back up Camera & extra cord:

Let me know what you think of my build list so far

 

When they install it they will (by law) install an interlock so videos can't be played unless the parking brake is on. Just so you know.

 

how much did the adapter kit cost?

 

audiovox backup camera question

I purchased an Audiovox back up camera and plugged the RCA video jack from the camera into the jack on the back of the Alpine stereo in my 2010 xB but nothing happened.

When I looked at the photo you submitted to the xB Forum site of the rear of your stereo I noticed that mine looks the same as yours. The model number on the front of the stereo is AXCL-WO9U.

I called Toyota and tried to order the part that you had listed and was told it wasn't a vailid number. I tried to go through Alpine and they told me I had to go through Toyota. These are the parts I checked on: Toyota part 7162162443 Alpine 001137162443


Did you order your cable through Alpine or Toyota? Are you using a back up camera?

I'm going crazy trying to get this to work. Any help you can offer would be most appreciated.

Thank you,

Michael

 

UPDATE: Back up Camera installation question

After spending 3 days and almost 2 hours on the phone between Alpine, Audiovox and Toyota trying to figure out what I needed to get the Audiovox backup cameras’ image to appear on the screen of the stereo in my xB, this is what I came up with:

The stereo in my 2010 xB was the upgrade model Alpine / Scion AXCL-W09U. Toyota part number PT545-00102; Alpine Part number Z90915563

Although the stereo has a RCA (yellow) video input connection on the rear of the unit, and the menu has a screen which lists turning the rear view camera on or off, you will get no image on the stereo screen simply by plugging in a camera’s RCA video input lead to the back of the stereo.

Don’t bother calling Alpine or Toyota, they won’t know what you are talking about if you ask them why you can’t get the backup camera to work.

Instead, Go to the ‘OPTOMIZE SCION’ website. The website tells you that you must order this cable through your Toyota dealer but chances are your Toyota parts department will not have a clue as to what you are talking about if you do try to order this part.

What I did was to call Optimize Scion at 1-800-780-2402 and ask them to call my local Toyota parts department to tell them how to order this part. The people at Optimize Scion were very helpful and understanding.

The Alpine Video Input Cable was ordered on Monday, August 15, 2010 for around $30.00. I will post an update to this when the cable arrives and I get it installed.

Artist

 

Can any send a love of the pin out to do the back up cam ?

 

thanks for the info!! good luck on your install..

 

any pics of the finished product? I'd like to see it installed on the license plate. I'm thinking of doing the same thing but unfortuately, i've been to 3 chicagoland dealers and none of them can find this part for purchase. i got into an arguement with one that insisted it didn't exist even though i showed him the part on Optomizescion...

 

If I can figure out how to post a pic to this site, I'll send you a photo of the camera install on my xB2. I mounted the camera on the bottom of the license plate frame instead of the top. When I had the camera on the top of the license it blocked my hand from being able to raise the hatch. I think the camera mounted on the bottom of the license plate looks pretty good.

One thing I didn't think about when placing the camera was the fact that I have a trailer hitch on my xB. I mainly use the hitch setup when I want to attach the bike carrier. The thing is, the frame for the bike carrier extends from under the bumper at one end to mid center of the rear window at the other end. It perfectly blocks the camera, which would be very helpful when trying to back up with 4 bicycles. My plan is to mount a second camera above the rear window, near the window washer spray nozzle and then to install a switch that would allow me to use either camera.

One more thing. I found that quite often it is nearly impossible to see the camera image on the Alpine video screen when backing up if the sun is coming through the passenger window. I've tried sheilding the screen with my hand, a piece of cardboard, and fabricating a makeshift hood that blocks out the sun. My final solution was to order an Audiovox 3.5 inch screen from Amazon for around $70.00. I'll mount that screen where the sun won't interefer with the cameras image.

You can call the people at Optimize Scion at 1-800-780-2402, tell them what Toyota / Scion dealer you use and they will contact the parts department and tell them how to order the Alpine cable. Be aware though, the directions that come with the Alpine cable are incorrect.

Good luck with your install.

Mike

 

Mike, Thanks for the info about the license plate mount. i was going to install on the top part of the plate also. now i'm looking to see if i can actually install it inside the rear window. maybe towards the bottom, right behind the rear wiper or right under the top brake light.

also, with the glare you get from the passenger side window, i have mine tinted to match the rear windows and don't get too much glare on the screen. must be really sunny where your from.

 

what brand of camera did you buy? Mine is an Audiovox. I am attempting to attach 3 photos of the camera installed. I'm crossing my fingers that you will be able to see them.

Mike

 

i like your setup on the lower plate, but that set up will definately get stolen or jacked by a random hater in my neighborhood. i think i'll have to install inside the window. i think i can mount it on the sorta flat part of the plastic "lip" right where it meets the glass.

i got the cheap one on ebay, no brand on it that i can see, cost about 18 shipped. it has the camera built into a license plate bracket and it swivels up and down.

 

Great post, wanted to do the same thing to my 2010 box. Mike was there an entry through the body or did you have to make one? Going to check it out tomorrow. I'm thinking if it was an option then there should be a factory made entry point into the vehicle. Also did you hook up the power line to the reverse lights? And did you install a filter on the video line? Sorry for so many questions.

 

In response to your questions:

1. You need to remove the black plastic hatchback cover in the inside of the tailgate first. Then MAKE SURE that area where you will drill behind the license is clear and that you don’t drill into any other electrical component.

2. There is no factory entry point for the camera wire. I ended up using a 5/8 inch high speed drill and drilling a hole behind the license plate. The Audiovox camera has a type of ‘boot’ attached to camera lead which cannot be removed and the smallest hole that this boot would fit through was 5’8”.

3. The actual camera wire is a small diameter so you will need to get a rubber grommet at Lowes or Home Depot that is a 5/8 diameter OD (outside dimension) and the smallest ID (interior dimension) you can find. Where the camera wire passes through the xB’s sheet metal, you need to install the grommet (I cut mine in order to get it to fit around the wiring) and once your installation is complete, use some silicone sealant to make the entry point water tight.

4. After the camera wire is put through the grommet, I routed the wiring up the left side of the hatch back and through the corrugated rubber boot at the top of hatch. Then routed the wire through the ceiling area and down through the rear pillar to the area under the floor panel on the left side.

5. From there I wired the hot lead to the backup light and the negative wire to a ground point.

6. One thing that you should know is that when you hook up the Alpine cable, it tells you to run one of the wires to the emergency brake. If you do that, your back up camera will ONLY work while the emergency brake is engaged. As soon as you release the emergency brake, the camera’s image will disappear. The way I got around this was to wire the emergency brake wire to another power source. This way the camera is able to transmit its image as long as the car is in reverse.

7. The Audiovox camera came with no filter line and in my opinion, doesn’t need one. The image is crisp and clear.

8. Take your time, measure twice and drill once, and think out the whole process before you begin.

9. Good luck!

 

Thanks man that's what I envisioned as far as the interior run. Was really hoping I didn't have to drill a hole but no big deal. I'll let you know how it turns out. still have to order that set up from the dealer.

 

I went to the dealer today and ordered the Alpine video input kit. Didn't have a problem at all. The parts guy said the toyota part number didn't bring anything up but the Alpine part number did. So in 7 to 10 days I'll have it hooked up!

Thanks for the info everyone it really helped out

 

Can anyone tell me where you hooked what wire up to where.

I have seen several sites say only ground the blue wire to the radio bolts cause the instructions are wrong. I did this but the radio still shows "cannot operate video while vehicle is in motion"

The instruction mention a red and white wire.

Others say hook the green to the reverse wire or an always on power wire.

No one with exact instruction on what exactly they did, or at least no one that I could find.

 

Alright so figured it out on my own by messing with stuff.


The green wire is (-) ground, so when there is ground present it will allow you to view and hear the audio video cable for the external video source. This normally what you would hook into the parking brake. It is simple enough to ground to the HU bracket bolts.

The blue wire is for (+) power. When this cable receives the signal the screen automatically switches over to the rear view camera input. So don't hook it up to a constant power source unless it is on a switch.


When choosing a camera I suppose most cameras made for this would have an option on it to be able to switch to a mirror image. This would help in being able to see everything in the right place in relation to how you are looking at it. So the left of the screen you should see whats on your left and not reversed.

 

Thanks Phokis hooked mine up in September and had the same problem. My wife and I just had our first baby so I have not had time in months to mess with it. Now that I seen your post it makes me want to go and fix it, and my wife bitching about it. lol.

 

The pain is finding the reverse light cable under the dash everything is so cluttered down there. I hope to tackle that tomorrow. If it becomes to much of a pain I will just run a wire to the back and hook it up to the reverse light there.

 

You mean to power the camera itself?

 

Page 9 has the reverse wire location at the main junction box.

http://www.trdsparks.com/install/08545-00931inst.pdf

 

I hooked my power up to the reverse lights when I was hiding all my wires in the back.

 

What color is the power wire back there?

 

Got it done today and it Works nice.

You cant miss the big red wire on the fuse panel for the reverse signal wire. The instructions were spot on.

 

Sorry I don't remember the color. Its easy enough to tell though. Once you get the rear panel removed you will see the wiring coming up from the floor of the body to meet the wire harness for the brake lights.

 

For others that are looking at this thread the passenger side rear reverse light positive wire is the blue/black wire.