Audiovox Electronics ACA400 User manual

Model: ACA400 & ACA500
Reverse Camera Installation Manual
FEATURES:
●High Resolution: 1/4”CMOS Color Camera
●Compact Zinc Alloy Die Cast Body
●Waterproof Housing
●150 Degree Wide View Angle
●Minimum Illumination <0.3Lux
●Resolution –672 x 520
●Waterproof –IP67 Rated
●Operating Temp –30c to +70c
●Current –Max: 80mA
ACA400
ACA500

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warnings 2
Product Description 4
Packing List 5
Camera Installation 6
Camera Wiring Diagrams 9
Troubleshooting 10

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Warnings
The product is intended to assist in safe driving and to allow the driver to have
a broader rear view while the vehicle is in reverse. You, as the driver, are solely
responsible for the safe operation of your vehicle and the safety of your
passengers according to local traffic regulations. Do not use any features of this
system to the extent it distracts you from safe driving. Your first priority while
driving should always be the safe operation of your vehicle. Audiovox
Electronics Corporation cannot accept any responsibility whatsoever for
accidents resulting from failure to observe these precautions or safety
instructions.

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1. This product utilizes high voltage. Any unauthorized modifications or damage to the
product may result in electrical shock. Handle all components with care. Inspect
regularly for damage to components and cabling.
2. You are responsible for ensuring that the installation of this product does not void or
affect the vehicle manufacturer’s warranty. Audiovox Electronics Corporation or its
subsidiaries are not liable in full or in part for improper installation resulting in loss
or damage to your property, or for voiding all or part of the vehicle manufacturer’s
warranty.
3. Do not apply excessive force to any of the components contained within this kit.
Excessive force used before, during or after installation that results in a damaged or
non-functional part will void all warranties.
4. Please follow the procedures in this installation manual. Improper installation or
modification of this product will void all warranties.

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Product Description
This revolutionary camera design integrates a backup camera with your vehicle. The camera
is easy to mount on your car, truck, or van but ALWAYS CHECK AND DOUBLE CHECK
before drilling or mounting any item on the vehicle. Make sure there are no obstructions in
front of the camera, behind where mounting the camera, and that the wire can be run without
pinching or interfering with any other item.
This Wired Camera is compatible with most monitor/TFT screens and can be connected using
a standard RCA connector. If an extension lead is required be sure to use a Video cable with
RCAtype ends. An Audio cable will cause poor picture quality.

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Packing List
ACA400
1 piece CMOS Camera 1 qty
1 piece Hardware pack with nut and retainer clip
1 piece 22mm Hole Saw
1 piece Power cable
1 piece 21’ RCA Video Extension Cable 1 qty
ACA500
1 piece CMOS Camera 1 qty
1 piece Hardware pack with nut and lock washer
1 piece Power cable
1 piece 21’ RCA Video Extension Cable 1 qty

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Camera Installation
Look for a location that will give you the best view behind the vehicle. This should not be
directly next to or under a reverse/backup lamp as it may blind the camera at night. Avoid
license plate lamps as well as they too can blind the camera at night. Before drilling
determine the best way to run the power wires to the reverse lights & the extension cable
through the car. Insure that your route will not interfere with any safety equipment, trunk
release or other items on the vehicle. Once your location has been confirmed
AGAIN DOUBLE CHECK BEFOREYOU DRILL! Look for wires, sensors, double
metal, anything that could cause a problem or damage. The camera should lay flat against
the mounting surface for proper installation and weather proofing.

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1. After selecting a mounting surface, either remove the panel if possible or tape off the
area to be drilled with masking tape in order to protect the surroundings.
2. For theACA400 Camera, we include a 22mm hole saw. Use this drill bit to drill
through your mounting surface for the camera. Make sure that there is not a metal lip
or double metal in this area as it could damage the hole saw blade.
3. For theACA500 Camera use a 5/16” drill bit to create your hole to mount the
camera.
4. After drilling carefully remove any burs or sharp edges so you do not damage the
cable when pulling it through. Coat the edge of the hole with rust preventative. On
the ACA400 remove the backing on the double sided tape on the top of the camera
base before inserting into the mounting location.
5. Carefully route the camera cable connector through the hole and insert the camera
into the hole.

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6. Use the included hardware to secure the camera in place. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN
the hardware.
7. Wire the Camera’s power wire to the vehicle’s reverse lamp.
a) Locate the reverse lamp in the tail light assembly.
b) Using a crimp connector or by soldering attach the red wire to the positive 12
volt wire from the reverse lamp. This should only have power when the car is in
reverse gear and the white lamp it illuminated.
Attach the black wire to the ground (Negative 12 Volts only).
c) If a trigger wire is required at the front of the vehicle or you wish to power your
camera from the front of the vehicle use the additional red wire on the video
extension cable. NOTE: Do not connect to the reverse lamp and to power at the
front of the vehicle. This will cause the reverse lamp to turn on any time you
power the camera.

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8. Run the extension cable to the location of the monitor and connect the other end of
the extension cable to the camera. Yellow RCA connected to the Video input.
Camera Wiring

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Troubleshooting
Symptoms
Solutions
No video signal appears
while reversing the
vehicle
1. Check you reverse trigger wire for your
monitor.
2. Check the rear view camera wiring connection
and RCA connection.
Video image is not sharp
enough
1. Clean the camera lens.
2. Make sure a Video cable was used and not an
Audio cable as the extension
Camera stays on when not
in reverse.
Check the camera power wiring or your reverse
trigger wire.

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