Universal Side Camera Kit – Installation Guide (can also be mounted front/back)
Thank you for your purchase! These instructions are intended for the do-it-yourselfer who decides to install the
camera without professional assistance. Keep in mind you will be installing a device that uses electrical power
from your computer controlled vehicle. If you are not confident in your ability to attach this device without frying
your electrical system, new camera, or yourself please seek PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION!
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
General Info: Note that this kit is marketed as a side camera kit that is typically mounted under the side
mirrors. However, it can be mounted anywhere on the vehicle as long as the camera is mounted
vertically (that is with the camera pushed upward through the drilled hole, cable on top camera on the
bottom).
Cable Access: For side mirror applications before drilling any holes you should remove the interior side
panels to ensure you can access the inside of your mirror from inside the vehicle. If the vehicle does not
have power side mirrors there may not be any way to get the wire through the mirror housing from the
inside of the vehicle. Also ensure hole saw clearance from all other wires and cable controls before
drilling!
REQUIRED TOOLS
-Standard wire stripper/crimper
- Power drill
-Any tools necessary to remove interior panels as per your application
INCLUDED IN THIS KIT
-Camera
-Power/video harness
-Wire connectors
-Zip ties
-Hole saw
Setting up for the installation
Unpack the contents of the package and gather the required tools listed above so you can be sure you
have everything you need before you begin. Ensure you have access to route the cables as mentioned
in the section above. Also make sure that you will have clearance to drill the required hole without
damaging mirror or other components.
Installing the Camera
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1. Remove all interior panels necessary to gain access to the wiring routing for the new camera.
Each application is different so consult a local body shop if you are unsure how a panel is
removed. YouTube can also be a good source of information.
2. Ensure inside clearance where the camera will be mounted and drill the mount hole using the
included hole saw. DO NOT REAM OUT THE HOLE or the camera will not fit tightly.
3. Feed the camera cable through the newly drilled hole and route it into the interior of the
vehicle. Snap the camera into place and set the initial adjustment to an approximate location.
You can fine tune this after you have the camera connected to your monitor.
4. Connect the camera to the chassis harness and route toward your monitor. If you are using a
lockpick all the power connections and video will go direct to the lockpick camera input. If you
are using a universal monitor you will need to locate a suitable power source for the camera.
5. Connect the camera red wire to accessory power source or connect to the camera power lead
on your lockpick. Be sure that the camera is not connected to a hot battery source or your
camera will drain your battery when the vehicle is parked.
6. Connect the black camera wire to ground.
7. Connect the camera RCA to your video input on the monitor or lockpick.
8. Test the camera and adjust the angle to your liking.
Note: The camera is set to be rear facing by default so the image will be mirrored. IF
you are using this as a forward looking camera you must clip the small white looped
wire on the end of the camera cable. Do this while the power is turned off!
Cut here to convert
to front camera
TROUBLESHOOTING:
We will provide you with excellent support of your new camera. We just ask that try a few things before
contacting us:
1. Is the chassis harness still connected? Often times it can get pulled apart when pulling the
harness toward the driver’s floor so check that first.
2. Was your navigation properly re‐flashed for a backup cam? This is only required when using the
factory navigation. You should see a black screen with a banner across the top when in reverse.
If not, call your dealer and have them re‐flash it.
3. Do you have power at the camera when the truck is in reverse? Be sure to test the read lead at
the camera end FIRST. If you do not have power, check your connection or check the fuse
covering the circuit you’re getting power from.
4. Do you have a good ground?
5. Is the video RCA cable connected and secure at your receiver?
If you can rule out these potential problems areas, contact us at 888-844-9763 and we will help you
resolve the issue.
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