Gater GX53HDM Operational manual

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GX53HDM INSTRUCTION MANUAL
PRODUCT USER MANUAL
Screen Size
5”
Voltage
12V
Clip-On Mount Wired Wide Angle
120
Parking
Guide Lines
IP67 Rating
IP67
Number Plat
e
Mount
ABC-123
5” Mirror +REVERSE camera
GX53HDM

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INTRODUCTION
WELCOME
Thank you for purchasing the Gator GX53HDM 5” Mirror + Reverse Camera. Please ensure that
you have read the product manual and instructions in full, prior to installation and use. Failure to
do so may result in product failure/damage or incorrect operation and therefore impact the product
performance.
PRODUCT FEATURES
• Mirror Monitor
• 5” 16:9 High-resolution LCD screen
• Resolution 800*480
• Brightness 800 CD (Candela)
• Clip-On mount extends 60-75mm
• 12V Compatible
• Auto switch PAL/NTSC
• Secondary Video RCA Input
• Dimensions 90(H) x 36(W) x 280mm(L)
• Stealth Camera
• 120 Degree wide angle lens
• Parking guide lines
• IP-67 Dust and water protection
• Stealth number plate mount
• CMOS Sensors
• 0.2 Lux
• PAL
• 5.5M Video extension cable
PACKAGE COMPONENTS
Parts supplied include:
• Mirror monitor
• Stealth number plate mount camera
• 5.5m RCA extension cable
• Instruction manual
• Mirror monitor harness
• Camera harness

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION.........................................................................PAGE: 2
PRODUCT FEATURES..............................................................PAGE: 2
PACKAGE COMPONENTS .........................................................PAGE: 2
TABLE OF CONTENTS..............................................................PAGE: 3
INSTALLATION OF MIRROR MONITOR ..................................... PAGE: 4
INSTALLING THE CAMERA ...................................................... PAGE:5-6
TESTING THE REVERSE CAMERA FUNCTION ........................ PAGE:6
MENU FUNCTIONS/GUIDELINES ................................................ PAGE:7
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................... PAGE:8
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE ........................................................... PAGE:8

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INSTALLATION
Installation diagram
The video signal is transferred from the camera to the mirror monitor via an RCA cable that will need
to be run through the boot, through the passenger compartment to the mirror monitors wired loom run
under the dash. From there the power and video signals are sent directly to the monitor. At the rear of
the car the camera is powered directly from the reversing tail light. Priority is the AV2 input.
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Mirror Monitor
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AV1
AV1
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(Red Camera Power Reversing light) (Red Camera Power Reversing light)
(NOTE: This conguration is used for CANBUS vehicles to lter unwanted video noise. )
CANBUS
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INSTALLATION
Installing the camera
In most instances, the camera is best mounted above the vehicles license plate as shown here.
Where this is not possible there are other camera combinations that will suit your individual
application. When mounting the camera, make sure that the camera does not cover any part of the
license plate. Choose a position that does not impede the access/operation of the boot release or
tailgate latch.
To install the reverse camera, take the following steps:
1.Remove the rear license plate from the vehicle by undoing the bolts/screws.
2.Remove the wax paper from the adhesive strip on the back of the camera mounting bracket to
expose the adhesive surface. Carefully align the brackets arm so that the top edge of the arms align
to the top edge of where the license plate would sit and stick it in place making sure that 2 holes in
the mounting bracket align with the mounting holes of the license plate.
3.With the license plate off, check if there are pre-existing holes through which the cables from the
camera can be passed through to the boot of the vehicle as in Fig. 2.If there are no pre-existing
holes carefully drill a hole of sufcient diameter to allow the cables to be passed into the interior of
the vehicle (through a rubber grommet) and seal the hole with silicone to avoid water leakage.
4.Ret the license plate over the camera bracket using the original bolts/screws.

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INSTALLATION
Installing the camera....cont
1. Connect the RED wire of the Cameras Power Harness to the wire that supplies power to the
reversing light globe (the wire that is energized only when the car is put into reverse). Before making
the electrical connection, temporarily disconnect the camera from the power plug whilst making the
connection to the reversing light globe. Use a suitable splicing/crimp connector (scotch lock type) or
strip connector. This connection can also be soldered, making sure to insulate the joint with electrical
insulation when done. The camera has only one wire to connect (positive (+). There is no need to
hook up a ground earth wire as the camera gets its earth through the RCA cable. Hooking up the
ground earth may cause a ground loop. In this case horizontal lines will appear in the image.
2. After you have insulated the join you can connect the power harness to the camera.
NOTE: For CANBUS vehicles the CANBUS lter is used to lter noise and icker on the screen.
Check manufacturers specications for your vehicle has a CANBUS system.
Some cars that run LED or computer controlled lighting systems may not deliver enough voltage to
run the camera. If the voltage at the reversing wire light is less than +12 volts it may be necessary to
use a relay to supply power to the transmitter harness from the wiring in the front of the car. In this
case the reversing light only needs to trigger the relay. Make sure that you do not drill holes in the
panels that have an opposite face that is visible outside the car for example guard panels. In fact,
whenever drilling holes in the bodywork of a vehicle, always see what is on the other side.
3. Connect one end of the supplied RCA cable to the RCA socket from the camera, then run the
RCA cable to the front under side of the driver side dash board. This is where the monitor’s loom will
be located. To do this you will need to remove the rear seat to pass the cable into the cabin area and
you will need to remove the door scuff plates to run the wire along the side of the vehicle. The RCA
cable will be hidden when you replace the scuff plates. When the cable is at the front of the vehicle
the RCA cable needs to be run from the scuff plate area to the underside of the dash behind the kick
trim (remove and run cable).
4. The mirror mount monitor has two power wires to be connected. Connect the red wire
(accessories +12V) to a wire that is energized when the vehicles accessories is turned on.
Connect the black wire to a ground earth wire or to the body of the car using the steel of the cars
body behind the kick trim as an earth. In this case drill a small hole and connect the wire using a
suitable ring terminal. Scrape off the cars paint around the hole to ensure good earth.
5. Connect the RCA cable to the RCA socket from the monitors loom.
Testing the reverse camera function
1.Engage the park brake and turn the ignition key to the on position. DO NOT start the vehicle.
2. Select reverse gear with the gear shift. The monitor will sense the video signal from the camera
automatically and will display the camera’s image of the rear of the vehicle.

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MENU FUNCTIONS
Menu options and settings
1. Press the Menu button to access functions (see Fig.3)
2. Press the + or - button to conrm selection (see Fig.3)
- Brightness: Adjusts screen brightness (0 - 40)
- Contrast: Adjusts screen contrast (0 - 40)
- Colour: Adjusts screen colour (0 - 40)
- Zoom: Changes display mode between 4:3 & 16:9 ratio
- AV1 Line: Selects type of guide lines, Mode1 or Mode2 or On/Off (see Fig.4)
- AV2 Line: Selects type of guide lines, Mode1 or Mode2 or On/Off (see Fig.4)
- Language: Select menu language
- Reset: Resets all menu setting back to factory conguration (Press + or - to conrm)
Fig.3
Fig.4
There are 2 types of guide lines, Trailer Hook UP and Parking.
Trailer Hook Up Mode 1 Parking Mode 2
GUIDE LINES

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TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
If you need assistance setting up or using your Gator product now or in the future, call Gator Support.
Australia
TEL: 03 – 8587 8898
FAX: 03 – 8587 8866
Mon-Fri 9am – 5pm AEST
Please retain this user guide for future reference.
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where to nd the manuals/software.
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Copyright © 2017 by TDJ Australia
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any
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methods, without the prior written permission of the author.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Mirror Monitor
- Size: 5 inch colour TFT LCD Screen
- Video Input : Yellow = Reverse Camera Input
- Supply Power: DC12V +/- 10%
Stealth Camera
- Aluminum case & waterproof for outdoor use.
-IP67 Standard
-Lense Angle 120 degree horizontal & 60 degree vertical
-Low-Lux CMOS camera
-PAL