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Old 02-24-2008, 11:17 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Backup camera - wireless? Questions
I need some input from the TDR crew ----- here is what I need to do:
- Back up to the trailer hitch 1st time every time w/out spouse help
- Monitor traffic conditions behind and see for backing behind the trailer
(Trailer camera will be mounted on a boat - hard wiring to the harness is not an easy option)
- Day and night vision required
- Easily see the monitor

So, stopped by Wallyworld and picked up a VR3 wireless unit for $90. Checked it out and had 2 problems - screen size and adding a second camera - not to mention it is at the limit for reception - very fuzzy. Brought it back.
After shopping around (surfing) came across these guys - 4UCam.com Featured Products - Pan & Tilt Baby monitor - Dancing Daisy baby monitor - usb wireless video camera - and their systems look pretty good. As well, they offer an external antenna for the CCD camera so I can transmit from the boat hardtop to the cab of the truck for the trailer camera. The 7" screen looks like it will fit nicely either behind the cup holder or on the visor but I am intrigued by the rear view mirror screen.
Well, my questions are:
- Anyone deal with these guys?
- Any experience with rear view mirror monitor screens (good/bad)?
- Does anyone have any good mounting ideas or pix of a bullet camera mount on the back of our trucks?
Any input would be greatly appreciated!!!
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