Factory Back up camera

Emac · 09-09-2009, 12:53 AM

Any idea when the back-up cam will be available?

billydsz · 09-09-2009, 08:17 AM

The nav system in the 370 has an av input so it would be a pretty simple thing to install your own backup camera. You can buy 12v dc color cameras for around $50 to $150 (designed for spy and surveillance apps) and then simply install it in probably less than an hour.

lovethe370z · 09-09-2009, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by billydsz

The nav system in the 370 has an av input so it would be a pretty simple thing to install your own backup camera. You can buy 12v dc color cameras for around $50 to $150 (designed for spy and surveillance apps) and then simply install it in probably less than an hour.

But the question I have here is this: when simply using the av input, will the camera stay on while the car is in gear and moving in reverse? Has anyone tried this to confirm?

ENT-Z · 09-09-2009, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by lovethe370z

But the question I have here is this: when simply using the av input, will the camera stay on while the car is in gear and moving in reverse? Has anyone tried this to confirm?

No it will switch off once a gear is selected. There is a way to bypass that though I don't have the skill set to do it.

lovethe370z · 09-09-2009, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by ENT-Z

No it will switch off once a gear is selected. There is a way to bypass that though I don't have the skill set to do it.

So this doesn't sound like a very feasible option. Does anyone have any ideas for a real option?

lovethe370z · 09-11-2009, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by FuszNissan

Nissan is making a back up camera for the 370. It will be a factory acessory as well as an after purchase install as well. Nissan is hoping to release these with the 2010 Z. They will also work for all Z models, not just touring with Nav!!!!

what is your source??? how do you know this???

Bumble Zee · 09-11-2009, 02:25 PM

Still thinking how it's gonna get route into the mirror since there are no cable spacer for base model, then chance is, the cable will all be in visible sight?
I was thinking more like upgrading the head unit as well, but for now stick with the clear bra first.
Shout out to you LOU

dang370z · 09-11-2009, 07:15 PM

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Originally Posted by lovethe370z

what is your source??? how do you know this???

i believe he works for a nissan dealership so he source is good with me

lovethe370z · 09-11-2009, 11:17 PM

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Originally Posted by dang370z

i believe he works for a nissan dealership so he source is good with me

Problem is, the dealership I ordered the vehicle from doesn't even have a clue about this. This concerns me.

speed_BMW330i · 09-12-2009, 12:07 AM

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Originally Posted by lovethe370z

Problem is, the dealership I ordered the vehicle from doesn't even have a clue about this. This concerns me.

I believe that the user representing LouFuz Nissan is a reputable forum member. He's given frank advice to buyers looking for advice on how to negotiate with dealers.

Granted, he could be wrong about the back-up camera, but chances are he would not have posted a comment unless he heard something that would lead him to believe that the camera was going to be produced.

In terms of when and how much the camera will cost is anyone's guess until Nissan formally announces pricing. I imagine that it may be a few months at least.

It wouldn't surprise me if your dealer was unaware of the camera. Until Nissan formally announces the pricing, this is all just preliminary discussions.

Given that this factory camera is most likely going to be available as an after market dealer installed option, you're probably best served buying your car now and not waiting for Nissan to announce the introduction of this option.

I for one would prefer that this option come out sooner rather than later, but given that Nissan has already announced the MY 2010/2011 changes, the backup camera may not happen until next year.

Just my two cents....

Good luck.

Martin

lovethe370z · 09-12-2009, 07:53 PM

Thanks. That helped a lot.

NRGSwing · 09-28-2009, 12:17 AM

Any more info on this, confirmation, timing, etc?

Joe111black · 09-28-2009, 02:36 AM

I just picked up the 2010 brochure last friday and I don't see anything about a factory back up camera as an option.

Trips · 09-28-2009, 03:34 AM

Still waiting for confirmation.

wheee! · 10-22-2009, 08:14 AM

My dealer is looking into having the camera from the Altima installed into the 370 coupe. Both the 2010 models of Altima and 370Z have similar NAV heads so, maybe, it will work!

09-09-2009, 12:53 AM	#31 (permalink)
Emac Base Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 6 Drives: Acura TSX Rep Power: 15	When does it arrive? Any idea when the back-up cam will be available?

09-12-2009, 07:53 PM	#41 (permalink)
lovethe370z Base Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: MARYLAND Posts: 182 Drives: 2010 370z Coupe Rep Power: 15	thanks for the input Thanks. That helped a lot.

09-28-2009, 12:17 AM	#42 (permalink)
NRGSwing Base Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Bay Area Posts: 37 Drives: 09 Z Rep Power: 16	Any update Fusz? Any more info on this, confirmation, timing, etc?

09-28-2009, 03:34 AM	#44 (permalink)
Trips Administrator Join Date: May 2009 Location: Disneyland, Ca Posts: 8,728 Drives: 🔰 Rep Power: 10	Still waiting for confirmation. __________________

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