Multiple Cameras w Factory Nav
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 306
Likes: 1
From: FLG AZ
Multiple Cameras w Factory Nav
I'll be installing a Lockpic this weekend and was bummed to find out it won't support multiple cameras with the factory nav unit. I'm going to try and provide the option to use one of four cameras depending on the truck/trailer configuration.
I'll be towing a horse trailer and sometimes will have a camper in the bed so no tailgate installed. The plan is to only power one camera at at time and have all the video out's connected. There will be two switches (water proof, SPDT) mounted in the vicinity of the hitch. One will disable the factory tailgate and to be installed License plate cameras when the trailer is attached. The other will select between those two cameras when the trailer isn't there. I'll use an upfitter to energize the relay that will select between the license plate camera on the trailer and one mounted inside (so I can see the horses).
I've attached a pdf with the layout and would appreciate any thoughts you all might have. Will it work?
TIA
I'll be towing a horse trailer and sometimes will have a camper in the bed so no tailgate installed. The plan is to only power one camera at at time and have all the video out's connected. There will be two switches (water proof, SPDT) mounted in the vicinity of the hitch. One will disable the factory tailgate and to be installed License plate cameras when the trailer is attached. The other will select between those two cameras when the trailer isn't there. I'll use an upfitter to energize the relay that will select between the license plate camera on the trailer and one mounted inside (so I can see the horses).
I've attached a pdf with the layout and would appreciate any thoughts you all might have. Will it work?
TIA
Cargo Master
Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 2,946
Likes: 11
From: Northern California
I'll be installing a Lockpic this weekend and was bummed to find out it won't support multiple cameras with the factory nav unit. I'm going to try and provide the option to use one of four cameras depending on the truck/trailer configuration.
I'll be towing a horse trailer and sometimes will have a camper in the bed so no tailgate installed. The plan is to only power one camera at at time and have all the video out's connected. There will be two switches (water proof, SPDT) mounted in the vicinity of the hitch. One will disable the factory tailgate and to be installed License plate cameras when the trailer is attached. The other will select between those two cameras when the trailer isn't there. I'll use an upfitter to energize the relay that will select between the license plate camera on the trailer and one mounted inside (so I can see the horses).
I've attached a pdf with the layout and would appreciate any thoughts you all might have. Will it work?
TIA
I'll be towing a horse trailer and sometimes will have a camper in the bed so no tailgate installed. The plan is to only power one camera at at time and have all the video out's connected. There will be two switches (water proof, SPDT) mounted in the vicinity of the hitch. One will disable the factory tailgate and to be installed License plate cameras when the trailer is attached. The other will select between those two cameras when the trailer isn't there. I'll use an upfitter to energize the relay that will select between the license plate camera on the trailer and one mounted inside (so I can see the horses).
I've attached a pdf with the layout and would appreciate any thoughts you all might have. Will it work?
TIA
Having horses It is always good to see how things are going back there.
Anytime now there will be people saying it can't be done with a factory rear facing camera.
Senior User
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 120
Likes: 0
I have never believed that even a little, but lack the expertise to figure out the right way to do it. I'm hopeful that this works as I'l love to put a cam on the front (for close turns and parking), one inside the horse trailer, and one on the back of the trailer and be able to switch between them.
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 306
Likes: 1
From: FLG AZ
While drifting off to sleep last night I realized I can use the other set of contacts on the relay (it's a DPDT) to also switch between tailgate and truck license plate cams. That will eliminate one of the two switches out back. Hopefully the lockpic arrives in time so I can work it this weekend.
Cargo Master
Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 2,946
Likes: 11
From: Northern California
I think what most of us were saying was that the folks at Lockpick were insisting that it can't be done.
I have never believed that even a little, but lack the expertise to figure out the right way to do it. I'm hopeful that this works as I'l love to put a cam on the front (for close turns and parking), one inside the horse trailer, and one on the back of the trailer and be able to switch between them.
I have never believed that even a little, but lack the expertise to figure out the right way to do it. I'm hopeful that this works as I'l love to put a cam on the front (for close turns and parking), one inside the horse trailer, and one on the back of the trailer and be able to switch between them.
I am not sure if a rotary style potentiometer would work in this case or not.
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 306
Likes: 1
From: FLG AZ
A potentiometer would not work since it's function is to vary resistance. You'd need to use a rotary switch with the main pole tied to +12 VDC and a camera tied to each of the output poles. This would work: 2-Pole, 6-Position Rotary Switch - RadioShack.com
Cargo Master
Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 2,946
Likes: 11
From: Northern California
A potentiometer would not work since it's function is to vary resistance. You'd need to use a rotary switch with the main pole tied to +12 VDC and a camera tied to each of the output poles. This would work: 2-Pole, 6-Position Rotary Switch - RadioShack.com
That was what I was thinking about, that would sure be easier than using a bunch of uplifter switches. 
Trending Topics
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 306
Likes: 1
From: FLG AZ
Anyone know a source for the truck end of the cable going from the truck to the tailgate for the camera? I'd like to leave the cable ends stock and have a spare tailgate cable. Want to convert it into a jumper in between the existing tailgate cable and the truck cable.
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalytic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer
Joe Kucinski
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)
Brett Foote
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies
Joe Kucinski
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?
Brett Foote
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
