Crux RVCFD-79 User manual

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RVCFD-79
REAR-VIEW INTEGRATION INTERFACE
FOR FORD & LINCOLN VEHICLES 2011-UP
W/ MYFORD TOUCH RADIOS
FORD
2011 - 2014 Edge
2011 - 2014 Explorer
2012 - 2014 Focus
2013 - 2014 Focus ST (MUST Tap 12V Power for Camera from Reverse Light)
2013 - 2014 Taurus
2013 - 2014 Escape
2013 - 2014 F-150
2013 - 2014 F-150 Raptor
2013 - 2014 F-250
2013 - 2014 F-350
2013 - 2014 F-450
2013 - 2014 F-550
2013 - 2014 Fusion Hybrid
2013 - 2013 Fusion Energy
2013 - 2014 C-Max Hybrid
2013 - 2014 C-Max Energy
LINCOLN
2011 - 2014 MKX
2013 - 2014 MKS
2012 - 2014 MKT
Disclaimer: Depending on the HW version of your MyFord Touch system, this product may not support
some older versions. Please contact us for more information.
WORKS FOR:
FORD = SONY 8” RADIOS
LINCOLN = NON-SONY 8” RADIOS
This interface does not o er the
Force RVC feature.
PARTS INCLUDED
(1) FD-79 C-500 Interface Module
(1) FD-79 C-125 Interface Module
(1) FD-79 54-Pin T-Harness
(1) Instruction Sheet
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. Please read through the entire instruction manual before starting any of the installation procedures.
2. We recommend disconnecting the negative side of the battery until ready to code the vehicle.
3. Do not install any of the main modules near any major components or near the HVAC system,
as placing items near the HVAC may cause damage or overheating to the vehicle or interface.
4. We recommend not disconnecting any of the air bag connections behind the dash panels.
5. This product is under Crux’s 1 year manufacturer’s warranty. Warranty may be voided in the case where
the device shows proof of being opened or improper extreme force.
TECH SERVICES
All our products are manufactured under strict quality control. Each device is being tested before shipment. If nevertheless do occur problems or if
you have technical questions, contact us directly:
Crux Interfacing Solutions Tech Support
1 (855) 822-1348 (Mon - Fri - 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) Time
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Uninstall the RVCFD-79 before
performing a vehicle system reash.
Reinstall the RVCFD-79 afterwards.
NOTE:

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RVCFD-79
REAR-VIEW INTEGRATION INTERFACE
FOR FORD & LINCOLN VEHICLES 2011-UP
W/ MYFORD TOUCH RADIOS
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
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54-PIN
(female plug)
TO FACTORY
DISPLAY
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54-PIN
(male plug)
8-PIN
(male plug)
WHITE/ NOT USED
4 5 6
ON
1 2 3
4 5 6
ON
1 2 3
C-500
INTERFACE
C-125
INTERFACE
DOES NOT REQUIRE YOU TO
TAP FOR REVERSE SIGNAL
(SIGNAL IS FROM MODULE)
SONY
8” RADIO
WHITE/ REVERSE
12V OUTPUT
CAMERA
NOT INCLUDED
TAP GROUND
ON BLACK WIRE OF
8-PIN CONNECTOR
YELLOW/ VIDEO SIGNAL
STATUS LED’S
STATUS LED’S
8-PIN
(male plug)
CAMERA INPUT
BLACK WIRE/ TAP HERE
OPTIONAL/
TOGGLE SWITCH
ENABLEDISABLE
GREEN/ VIM
GREEN/ VIM
RED WIRE/ TAP HERE
4 5 6
ON
1 2 3 4 5 6
ON
1 2 3
DIP 1 = OFF
2 = ON
3
4
5
DIP 6 = ON
OFF
FACTORY
GPS
DIP 1
2
3
4
5
DIP 6 = ON
OFF
DIP 1 = ON
2 = ON
3
4
5
DIP 6 = ON
OFF
NO
FACTORY
GPS
DIP 1 = ON
2
3
4
5
DIP 6 = ON
OFF
C-500
INTERFACE
C-125
INTERFACE
DIP SWITCHES OVERVIEW
Make sure to set dip switch number 6
to “ON” position on both modules.
For the RVC feature, you will only
need to set dip switch “2” on
the C-125 module only.
For Video In-Motion options
refer to GPS or No GPS.

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RVCFD-79
REAR-VIEW INTEGRATION INTERFACE
FOR FORD & LINCOLN VEHICLES 2011-UP
W/ MYFORD TOUCH RADIOS
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CONNECTING THE INTERFACE
Follow these steps to properly install both the C-125 and C-500 interface modules.
Step 1 - Remove the factory display to gain access to the factory 54-Pin connector.
Located behind the display, not the radio. Remove the factory 54-Pin connector.
Step 2 - Using the provided 54-Pin T-Harness, mate both sides of the harness. To the factory harness side and back into the radio side.

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REAR-VIEW INTEGRATION INTERFACE
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W/ MYFORD TOUCH RADIOS
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CONNECTING THE INTERFACE
Follow these steps to properly install both the C-125 and C-500 interface modules.
Step 3 - Connect both the C-125 and C-500 modules to their proper 8-Pin connectors on the provided T-Harness.
Make sure all your connections are firmly inserted into each module.
Step 4 - After connecting the modules, set dip switch number “6” to the “ON” position on both modules.
Make sure to match both modules for dip switch number 6.

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REAR-VIEW INTEGRATION INTERFACE
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W/ MYFORD TOUCH RADIOS
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CODING THE VEHICLE
In order to activate the Rear-View Camera feature, the installer must CODE the car first.
Step 5 - With the T-Harness and interface modules properly connected, turn the ignition to the “ON” position.
For Push-Start vehicles, simply press the button once to place the vehicle “ON”.
Step 6 - When the radio powers up, turn the radio ON and select the FM Radio source.
This step simply helps in verifying the interface is corresponding with the radio.

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RVCFD-79
REAR-VIEW INTEGRATION INTERFACE
FOR FORD & LINCOLN VEHICLES 2011-UP
W/ MYFORD TOUCH RADIOS
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CODING THE VEHICLE
In order to activate the Rear-View Camera feature, the installer must CODE the car first.
Step 7 - While listening to the FM Source, place dip switch number “2” to the “ON” position on the C-125 module only.
Leave the C-500 module alone. The screen will power off and begin to reset.
LED STATUS AND DESCRIPTION
BLUE LED:
Blinking = No BUS Detected.
Solid = BUS Recognized.
OFF = Power Down/ Sleep mode.
RED LED:
ON = Power On
OFF = Power OFF
Step 8 - Wait for the interface to reboot, the progress bar will show percentage completed.
This process may take up to 1 minute. Once completed the FM Radio Source will continue to play as it was before the reboot.

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CAMERA ACTIVATION AND INSTALLATION
An easy way to test if the Rear-View Camera coding was completed correctly is to place the vehicle into Reverse gear.
Step 9 - With the Rear-View Camera disconnected, Start the vehicle and place the vehicle into the Reverse gear.
The radio display will prompt you with an error message of “Camera Unavailable”. This verifies the coding was a success!
Step 10 - Now you may proceed to installing the Rear-View Camera. Make sure to use the C-125 8-Pin connector for REVERSE and GROUND
for the camera. (See Installation Overview) Note: The vehicle display offers a Zoom + and Zoom - option, this interface does not
support this option.
54-PIN
(female plug)
TO FACTORY
DISPLAY
------------------
------------------
------------------
54-PIN
(male plug)
8-PIN
(male plug)
WHITE/ NOT USED
4 5 6
ON
1 2 3
4 5 6
ON
1 2 3
C-500
INTERFACE
C-125
INTERFACE
DOES NOT REQUIRE YOU TO
TAP FOR REVERSE SIGNAL
(SIGNAL IS FROM MODULE)
SONY
8” RADIO
WHITE/ REVERSE
12V OUTPUT
CAMERA
NOT INCLUDED
TAP GROUND
ON BLACK WIRE OF
8-PIN CONNECTOR
YELLOW/ VIDEO SIGNAL
STATUS LED’S
STATUS LED’S
8-PIN
(male plug)
CAMERA INPUT
BLACK WIRE/ TAP HERE
OPTIONAL/
TOGGLE SWITCH
ENABLE
DISABLE
GREEN/ VIM
GREEN/ VIM
RED WIRE/ TAP HERE
4 5 6
ON
1 2 3 4 5 6
ON
1 2 3
DIP 1 = OFF
2 = ON
3
4
5
DIP 6 = ON
OFF
FACTORY
GPS
DIP 1
2
3
4
5
DIP 6 = ON
OFF
DIP 1 = ON
2 = ON
3
4
5
DIP 6 = ON
OFF
NO
FACTORY
GPS
DIP 1 = ON
2
3
4
5
DIP 6 = ON
OFF
C-500
INTERFACE
C-125
INTERFACE
WIRES FROM CAMERA

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REAR-VIEW INTEGRATION INTERFACE
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W/ MYFORD TOUCH RADIOS
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ACTIVATING THE VIDEO IN-MOTION
There are several ways to activate the Video In-Motion, depending on the options available to the vehicle. This page will guide you through the
known options available.
Option 1 - Permanent Activation: By activating dip switch number “1” to the “ON” position the Video In-Motion is permanently active.
Note: With this option active, the GPS antenna (If available) will not be able to update in real time.
OPTION 2 - Non-Permanent: There are some vehicles that will allow you to activate the Video In-Motion through the steering wheel controls.
Currently there are two known SWC types: Be aware that with any of the options other that option 1, dip switch number 1 must be
set to “OFF”. Note: If the vehicle has GPS, deactivating the Video In-Motion will allow you real time updates.
TYPE 1 - Seen on Ford Edge and C-Max. TYPE 2 - Seen on Ford F-Series vehicles.
Hold the BACK button (Left Arrow) for 3 Hold the PHONE button (OK) for 4 seconds
seconds to activate the Video In-Motion. to activate the Video In-Motion.
To deactivate - Repeat the step above. To deactivate - Repeat the step above
54-PIN
(female plug)
TO FACTORY
DISPLAY
------------------
------------------
------------------
54-PIN
(male plug)
8-PIN
(male plug)
WHITE/ NOT USED
4 5 6
ON
1 2 3
4 5 6
ON
1 2 3
C-500
INTERFACE
C-125
INTERFACE
DOES NOT REQUIRE YOU TO
TAP FOR REVERSE SIGNAL
(SIGNAL IS FROM MODULE)
SONY
8” RADIO
WHITE/ REVERSE
12V OUTPUT
CAMERA
NOT INCLUDED
TAP GROUND
ON BLACK WIRE OF
8-PIN CONNECTOR
YELLOW/ VIDEO SIGNAL
STATUS LED’S
STATUS LED’S
8-PIN
(male plug)
CAMERA INPUT
BLACK WIRE/ TAP HERE
OPTIONAL/
TOGGLE SWITCH
ENABLE
DISABLE
GREEN/ VIM
GREEN/ VIM
RED WIRE/ TAP HERE
4 5 6
ON
1 2 3 4 5 6
ON
1 2 3
DIP 1 = OFF
2 = ON
3
4
5
DIP 6 = ON
OFF
FACTORY
GPS
DIP 1
2
3
4
5
DIP 6 = ON
OFF
DIP 1 = ON
2 = ON
3
4
5
DIP 6 = ON
OFF
NO
FACTORY
GPS
DIP 1 = ON
2
3
4
5
DIP 6 = ON
OFF
C-500
INTERFACE
C-125
INTERFACE
SWITCH DIP 1 TO THE “ON”
POSITION FOR PERMANENT
ACTIVATION
ON BOTH C-125 AND
C-500 MODULES.

INTERFACING SOLUTIONS
RVCFD-79
REAR-VIEW INTEGRATION INTERFACE
FOR FORD & LINCOLN VEHICLES 2011-UP
W/ MYFORD TOUCH RADIOS
www.cruxinterfacing.comRev. 072214 9
ACTIVATING THE VIDEO IN-MOTION
There are several ways to activate the Video In-Motion, depending on the options available to the vehicle. This page will guide you through the
known options available.
Option 3 - Non-Permanent: This is the most universal method of Enabling/ Disabling the Video In-Motion. This method will work on all
applications, regardless of the SWC type or GPS and Non-GPS. The diagram below will assist you on how to connect the
Toggle Switch. Be aware that with any of the options other that option 1, dip switch number 1 must be set to “OFF”.
Step 1: Use both GREEN wires form both modules to toggle the Video In-Motion.
Step 2: Tap the RED (12v Constant) wire from the 8-Pin connector on the C-500 module to power the Toggle Switch, or the C-125.
Step 3: Mount the switch in an accessible location to be able to activate and deactivate at your convenience.
54-PIN
(female plug)
TO FACTORY
DISPLAY
------------------
------------------
------------------
54-PIN
(male plug)
8-PIN
(male plug)
WHITE/ NOT USED
4 5 6
ON
1 2 3
4 5 6
ON
1 2 3
C-500
INTERFACE
C-125
INTERFACE
DOES NOT REQUIRE YOU TO
TAP FOR REVERSE SIGNAL
(SIGNAL IS FROM MODULE)
SONY
8” RADIO
WHITE/ REVERSE
12V OUTPUT
CAMERA
NOT INCLUDED
TAP GROUND
ON BLACK WIRE OF
8-PIN CONNECTOR
YELLOW/ VIDEO SIGNAL
STATUS LED’S
STATUS LED’S
8-PIN
(male plug)
CAMERA INPUT
BLACK WIRE/ TAP HERE
OPTIONAL/
TOGGLE SWITCH
ENABLEDISABLE
GREEN
/ VIM
GREEN/ VIM
RED WIRE/ TAP HERE
4 5 6
ON
1 2 3 4 5 6
ON
1 2 3
DIP 1 = OFF
2 = ON
3
4
5
DIP 6 = ON
OFF
FACTORY
GPS
DIP 1
2
3
4
5
DIP 6 = ON
OFF
DIP 1 = ON
2 = ON
3
4
5
DIP 6 = ON
OFF
NO
FACTORY
GPS
DIP 1 = ON
2
3
4
5
DIP 6 = ON
OFF
C-500
INTERFACE
C-125
INTERFACE
TAP HERE/
BLACK WIRE

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REAR-VIEW INTEGRATION INTERFACE
FOR FORD & LINCOLN VEHICLES 2011-UP
W/ MYFORD TOUCH RADIOS
www.cruxinterfacing.comRev. 072214 10
COMPATIBLE RADIOS
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