Caraudio-Systems RL-MZ72D User manual

Version 24.11.2017 RL-MZ72D
RL-MZ72D
Rear-view camera input
compatible with 7” touchscreen
Mazda Connect Infotainment system
Delivery contents
Legal Information
Changes/updates of the vehicle’s software can cause malfunctions of the interface. We
offer free software-updates for our interfaces for one year after purchase. To receive a free
update, the interface must be sent in at own cost. Labor cost for and other expenses
involved with the software-updates will not be refunded.
Take down the SW-version and
HW-version of the interface boxes,
and store this manual for support
purposes.
HW______________
SW______________
AC-VDIF
RLC-MZ72D

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Check compatibility of vehicle and accessories
Installation
The provided RCA cable with female pins must be inserted into the connector behind the
OEM screen.
2017 Mazda MX-5 (Miata) dash removal: Some pictures are of a Mazda 3 but similar in
removal:
1. Partially remove dash trim below the AC vent by
gently pulling towards you with a panel
remover. Avoid removing it completely as it will
be difficult to put back in.
2. With the dash trim out of the way, remove
the AC vent by gently pulling it out. Use a
panel removal tool if necessary.
Requirements
Vehicle Mazda
3 - (2014)
3 ,6 ,CX-3 ,CX-5 - (2015-2017)
Navigation 7” touch screen Mazda Connect Infotainment system and a knob
control behind the shifter
Limitations
After-market rear-view Only compatible with NTSC-cameras.
camera

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3. Unplug the hazard light connector from behind
the AC vent.
4. With the AC vent removed, unscrew the
10mm bolt holding the radio screen.
5. Once the 10mm bolt is removed, the radio
screen assembly is secured with clips. Gently
pull the assembly until it pops out.
6. Unplug the 28 pin connector from behind the
radio screen.
7. Release the terminal lock by pulling it up with a
pry tool or any pointed tool. The terminal lock
does not fully remove!
8. Connect the video ouput wires by inserting
the BLUE wire (Video signal +) into PIN 1 and
the GREEN wire (Video signal ground) into
PIN 15. Make sure that the pins are inserted
far enough into the connector to lock in
place. Press down the terminal lock to lock
pins in place.

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9. Unplug the 18 pin connector and locate the
following wires:
RED CAN wire
WHITE CAN wire
BLACK Ground wire
YELLOW +12V
10. Tap the wires from the RLC-MZ72D module
harness to the OEM connector wires
according to the diagram below. We
recommend soldering for a secure
connection.
Wiring diagram:

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11. Apply tape to the connections.
12. Plug the factory connectors back into the radio
and temporarily place radio back into the dash
for testing.
13. Install the camera behind the vehicle. Run
the camera extension cable towards the radio
and plug it into the Yellow RCA of the RLC-
MZ72D harness.
14. Start the vehicle and test the system by
putting the vehicle in reverse gear. The
camera image will be shown on the OE
screen.
15. Radio und Armaturenleisten wieder
einbauen.
Technical Support
Caraudio-Systems Vertriebs GmbH
Manufacturer / Distributor
In den Fuchslöchern 3
D-67240 Bobenheim-Roxheim
Email: [email protected]
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