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MUDDER TRUCKER

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it says to wire the cam into the reverse lights so when i put it in reverse it will turn on. my question is ....can i wire it to a switch with a fuse so i can turn it on anytime? and how big of a fuse do i need? its a 12 volt setup.
 

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jim i have no idea about the backup cameras, but chances are it's just for the relay i would imagine -- like a remote turn on lead. if so, the trigger power signal is usually very low. either way, if it's for the power to the cam, or the power to the relay, i wouldn't think either would use more than a 10A fuse, possibly a 5A. i'm sure someone that knows more will chime in. i'll look to see if i can find out more.

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some quickies

http://www.mp3car.com/vbulletin/newbie/82455-wiring-help-rearview-camera.html

http://www.f150online.com/forums/head-units/403214-avh-p3100dvd-backup-camera-question.html

some also talked about putting a diode (like an electrical check valve) on the wiring so the reverse lights don't turn on with the switched power when you turn it on. keep us posted.
 

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yea u should be able to run a switch i got one also and was thinking the same thing with the switch, but i think im gonna run it to the reverse lights tho
 
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i ran the wires under the carpet to the councle and power wire to the cd player. it looks real good, every thing is hidden.
 

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yes you can run a switch to it and just put a 5 - 10amp fuse you will be fine i do it all the time for my customers that want the back up cam but they want it so they can turn on anytime...
 

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I wired my cam up with a diode camera comes on automatically when shifting to reverse but I can manually turn them on with a switch but not have to worry bout turning on my b/u lights.
 

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If you are running the R-Cam to a Kenwood unit you there is a button that gives you that option with no additional wiring needed. As said, a switch will be fine though.
 

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