rear TV

[vic marks]

For those interested in rear view TV, you might like to consider the system
that a couple of the owners around here have installed in their GMCs. They
purchased a 5" B/W TV from Radio Shack, bolted it up to the rear view
mirror fitting, purchased the camera from COSTCO from part of a personal
security setup that they sell, mirror reversed the image feeding into the
back of the TV, installed the camera on the inside at the back window.
Great setup, crisp image, total cost about $200Cdn or $124US.

For something a little slicker, you might like to look at the Nevada
Systems site (nvsystems.com/monitors.htm). They have 5 or 6 inch color LCD
monitors for $350-$450US. They also have a nice range of cameras. The
problem with this system is to find a way to mirror the image as it is much
tougher to muck around with the LCD monitor. Color security cameras that do
the mirroring are a little on the pricey side.

The latter system is much more attractive to me. The other option is to run
the image through a computer/video setup. The ATI card does a nice job of
this (as in Heinz's system). The problem here is to find a camera that will
work for you and to mirror the image.

Comments and criticisms?

Vic Marks
Vancouver BC
75 Transmode

 

[ritch hwang]

Hey, guys - take a look at this 2.4 Ghz wireless color cam w/sound,
transmitter, & receiver for $149. The components are powered via 12vdc.
Plus it can be used for other functions as well - use your imaginations.
Only problems I see is a somewhat limited 38 degree field of view possibly
requiring an additional wide-angle lens and lack of mirror imaging.

x10.com/products
/vk34a_kit_components.htm

On another note, has anyone thought about putting together a vacuum pump
kit for the Thomas 317?

As always, best regards.

~ Ritch & Betty Hwang ~ Clarkston, MI ~ mailto:rhwang
Visit our home page ~ http://www.concentric.net/~rhwang/
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[hdavis]

>For something a little slicker, you might like to look at the Nevada
>Systems site (nvsystems.com/monitors.htm). They have 5 or 6 inch color LCD
>monitors for $350-$450US.

I'm also looking into a 4" LCD with reversing switch for $195. I'll let you
all know how it turns out after I try it.

Henry

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PO Box 1270 / product readiness reviews
Soquel, Ca 95073 / IP reviews
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[john wright]

Vic,
Define the term "mirror Reversed" in your post please.

J.R. Wright

>
> For those interested in rear view TV, you might like to consider the system
> that a couple of the owners around here have installed in their GMCs. They
> purchased a 5" B/W TV from Radio Shack, bolted it up to the rear view
> mirror fitting, purchased the camera from COSTCO from part of a personal
> security setup that they sell, mirror reversed the image feeding into the
> back of the TV, installed the camera on the inside at the back window.
> Great setup, crisp image, total cost about $200Cdn or $124US.
>
> For something a little slicker, you might like to look at the Nevada
> Systems site (nvsystems.com/monitors.htm). They have 5 or 6 inch color LCD
> monitors for $350-$450US. They also have a nice range of cameras. The
> problem with this system is to find a way to mirror the image as it is much
> tougher to muck around with the LCD monitor. Color security cameras that do
> the mirroring are a little on the pricey side.
>
> The latter system is much more attractive to me. The other option is to run
> the image through a computer/video setup. The ATI card does a nice job of
> this (as in Heinz's system). The problem here is to find a camera that will
> work for you and to mirror the image.
>
> Comments and criticisms?
>
> Vic Marks
> Vancouver BC
> 75 Transmode

 

[al chernoff]

When I talked to a local dealer about the problems with video he mentioned that
our coaches have lots of rf and that they are noisy. Before you do this, make
sure it will provide a decent picture while the engine and all the other noisy
components are running.
al

> Hey, guys - take a look at this 2.4 Ghz wireless color cam w/sound,
> transmitter, & receiver for $149. The components are powered via 12vdc.
> Plus it can be used for other functions as well - use your imaginations.
> Only problems I see is a somewhat limited 38 degree field of view possibly
> requiring an additional wide-angle lens and lack of mirror imaging.
>
> HREF="http://www.x10.com/products/vk34a_kit_components.htm">x10.com/products
> /vk34a_kit_components.htm
>
> On another note, has anyone thought about putting together a vacuum pump
> kit for the Thomas 317?
>
> As always, best regards.
>
> ~ Ritch & Betty Hwang ~ Clarkston, MI ~ mailto:rhwang
> Visit our home page ~ http://www.concentric.net/~rhwang/
> ~ =^..^= Trinket ~ the shy Persian kitty ~
> ~ 76 GMC Birchaven ~ FMCA F249339 ~ RVClub 00930 ~ ICQ# 6408591~
> (B}>