Need Backup Camera Suggestions/Info

TMAN1985 · 08-22-2011, 03:13 PM

So I have read a few threads, and I can't find one with solid information about what camera to get. I read about Navtool, but Im not sure exactly how that works, and what it does.

I have a 09 370Z with Navigation, I am looking to add a backup camera to this. What is the best way to do this, and what parts do I need. Also I might be interested in adding a DVD player to this. How do I go about that?

Thanks

P.S. Don't tell me to search because I have already done that. Im not reading through 100 pages of chit chat to try to find this information.

bigaudiofanat · 08-22-2011, 03:48 PM

Navtool and your choice of camera I recommend the kenwoods. Unless your going with a aftermarket head unit setup.

TMAN1985 · 08-22-2011, 03:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigaudiofanat

Navtool and your choice of camera I recommend the kenwoods. Unless your going with a aftermarket head unit setup.

No I want to keep the factory nav. What if I want to have a DVD player on my factory nav screen. What would I need to buy? That nav tool says it only works with video, no audio.

TMAN1985 · 08-22-2011, 03:55 PM

Also what about cameras that fit on the license plate light, what would you recommend, what works best?

butdamnbrian · 08-22-2011, 04:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TMAN1985

P.S. Don't tell me to search because I have already done that. Im not reading through 100 pages of chit chat to try to find this information.

maybe try an advanced search?

TMAN1985 · 08-22-2011, 04:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by butdamnbrian

maybe try an advanced search?

That's the only search I use and I only search by title.

TMAN1985 · 08-22-2011, 08:32 PM

Bump

Turbo11 · 08-22-2011, 10:27 PM

I'd also like to hear what some others are doing. Like TMAN, I've also had bad luck with the search function for this specific problem.

I have a base w/o nav though, so I am also looking for a good headunit with nav and the ability to support a back up camera. Can anyone tell me what spec to look for to know whether an aftermarket headunit can support a back up camera?

Thanks in advance.

XwChriswX · 08-22-2011, 10:32 PM

These features will be listed anywhere you look for head units at...

Some websites to look at,

Sonicelectronix.com (Where I go)
Crutchfield.com
Newegg.com
eBay.com
Bestbuy.com

(The manufacturer's websites)

Then just pick what you want, use the fitment checker for each site and it will tell you if it fits in a Z.

bigaudiofanat · 08-23-2011, 09:08 AM

woofersetc.com is a GREAT site so is amazon.

butdamnbrian · 08-23-2011, 11:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TMAN1985

That's the only search I use and I only search by title.

or check out this thread on p. 2 of the audio/video subforum. 19 pages of chit chat, but it will get you started:

Plug and Play Bypass Kit (DVD, NAV and backup Camera) Discussion

check here also:
Nissan 370z dual pack (Remote + Camera Harness) - Car Kit Company

i see this stuff works for 2010s; check and see if it works for your 09.

TMAN1985 · 08-23-2011, 12:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by butdamnbrian

or check out this thread on p. 2 of the audio/video subforum. 19 pages of chit chat, but it will get you started:

Plug and Play Bypass Kit (DVD, NAV and backup Camera) Discussion

check here also:
Nissan 370z dual pack (Remote + Camera Harness) - Car Kit Company

i see this stuff works for 2010s; check and see if it works for your 09.

Thanks, but those don't work for 09

dgb192 · 03-23-2013, 06:36 AM

I can't remember the specific brand but I found one that fits the license plate and works awesome. Found it on Amazon for around $35. I have a Kenwood dbl din but am sure it will work with the stock stuff. I wired it into the reverse light.

cheshirecat · 03-23-2013, 03:49 PM

Sony CCD Car Camera Nissan Livina Cube GT R Pulsar Versa Fairlady 350Z 370Z | eBay

all day long

cheap and very unobtrusive

Footloose301 · 04-08-2013, 08:11 PM

Old thread. TMAN1985 traded it for a Toyota FJ, then Tacoma, then a Juke, and now he has an Xterra Pro-4X.

Lol he was my room mate.

He no longer needs advice on cameras.

08-22-2011, 03:13 PM	#1 (permalink)
TMAN1985 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Fort Myers, FL Posts: 296 Drives: 09 Touring/Sport/Nav Rep Power: 13	Need Backup Camera Suggestions/Info So I have read a few threads, and I can't find one with solid information about what camera to get. I read about Navtool, but Im not sure exactly how that works, and what it does. I have a 09 370Z with Navigation, I am looking to add a backup camera to this. What is the best way to do this, and what parts do I need. Also I might be interested in adding a DVD player to this. How do I go about that? Thanks P.S. Don't tell me to search because I have already done that. Im not reading through 100 pages of chit chat to try to find this information.

08-22-2011, 03:48 PM	#2 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 852	Navtool and your choice of camera I recommend the kenwoods. Unless your going with a aftermarket head unit setup. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

08-22-2011, 10:32 PM	#9 (permalink)
XwChriswX WFLYIDNNE Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: In The Fastlane Posts: 50,648 Drives: 02 GDB WRX Rep Power: 451	These features will be listed anywhere you look for head units at... Some websites to look at, Sonicelectronix.com (Where I go) Crutchfield.com Newegg.com eBay.com Bestbuy.com (The manufacturer's websites) Then just pick what you want, use the fitment checker for each site and it will tell you if it fits in a Z. __________________ Bonnie - Stage 2, Audio build coming this fall! R.I.P. Abby 3/29/10 - 3/30/14

08-23-2011, 09:08 AM	#10 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 852	woofersetc.com is a GREAT site so is amazon. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

03-23-2013, 03:49 PM	#14 (permalink)
cheshirecat A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 1,428 Drives: N54 135i Rep Power: 292	Sony CCD Car Camera Nissan Livina Cube GT R Pulsar Versa Fairlady 350Z 370Z \| eBay all day long cheap and very unobtrusive Cbtech likes this.

08-22-2011, 03:55 PM	#4 (permalink)
TMAN1985 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Fort Myers, FL Posts: 296 Drives: 09 Touring/Sport/Nav Rep Power: 13	Also what about cameras that fit on the license plate light, what would you recommend, what works best?

08-22-2011, 08:32 PM	#7 (permalink)
TMAN1985 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Fort Myers, FL Posts: 296 Drives: 09 Touring/Sport/Nav Rep Power: 13	Bump

08-22-2011, 10:27 PM	#8 (permalink)
Turbo11 Base Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: NY Posts: 28 Drives: Nissan 370z Sport Rep Power: 13	I'd also like to hear what some others are doing. Like TMAN, I've also had bad luck with the search function for this specific problem. I have a base w/o nav though, so I am also looking for a good headunit with nav and the ability to support a back up camera. Can anyone tell me what spec to look for to know whether an aftermarket headunit can support a back up camera? Thanks in advance.

03-23-2013, 06:36 AM	#13 (permalink)
dgb192 Base Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Pelham, AL Posts: 2 Drives: 09' Blk 370z Touring Rep Power: 12	I can't remember the specific brand but I found one that fits the license plate and works awesome. Found it on Amazon for around $35. I have a Kenwood dbl din but am sure it will work with the stock stuff. I wired it into the reverse light.

04-08-2013, 08:11 PM	#15 (permalink)
Footloose301 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 2,659 Drives: 40th Rep Power: 21	Old thread. TMAN1985 traded it for a Toyota FJ, then Tacoma, then a Juke, and now he has an Xterra Pro-4X. Lol he was my room mate. He no longer needs advice on cameras. Cbtech likes this. __________________ 2010 40th Anniversary 370Z

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