Rear view safety RVS-718-MD User manual

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G-Series Rear View Replacement Mirror Monitor
with Manual Dimming
RVS-718-MD
Instruction Manual
Rear View Safety, Inc. © 2016

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Introduction...............................03
SafetyInformation..........................04-06
Before Beginning Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 07
InstallationGuide.......................... 08-09
AdjustableGridLine...........................10
InstallationandWire.........................11-13
Dimming...............................14-15
MonitorSpecications..........................16
Troubleshooting.............................17
Warranty&Disclaimer........................ 18-19
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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NOTE! Please read all of the installation instructions
carefully before installing the product. Improper
installation will void manufacturer’s warranty.
Congratulations on purchasing a RearView Backup
Camera System!
With this manual you will be able to properly install and
operate the unit.
The Backup Camera System is intended to be installed as a
supplement aid to your standard rear view mirror that already exists
in your vehicle. The Backup Camera System should not be used as a
substitute for the standard rear view mirror or for any other mirror
that exists in your vehicle.
In some jurisdictions, it is unlawful for a person to drive a
motor vehicle equipped with aTV viewer or screen located forward of
the back of the driver’s seat or in any location that is visible, directly
or indirectly, to the driver while operating the vehicle.
INTRODUCTION

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Please read the entire manual and follow the instructions and
warnings carefully. Failure to do so can cause serious damage and or
injury, including loss of life. Be sure to obey all applicable local
trac and motor vehicle regulations as it pertains to this product.
Improper installation will void manufacturer’s warranty.
• The Rear View Camera System is
designed to help the driver safe-
ly detect people and/or objects
helping to avoid damage or injury.
However, you the driver, must use it
properly. Use of this system is not a
substitute for safe, proper or legal
driving.
• Never back up while looking at the
monitor alone. You should always
check behind and around the vehi-
cle when backing up, in the same
way as you would if the vehicle did
not have the Rear View Camera
System.Ifyoubackupwhilelooking
only at the monitor, you may cause
damage or injury. Always back up
slowly.
•The Rear View Camera System is
not intended for use during exten-
sive back-up maneuvers or backing
into cross trac or pedestrian walk-
ways.
•Please, always remember, the area
displayed by the Rear View Camera
Systemis limited.It doesnotdisplay
the entire panorama that is behind
you.
USAGE:
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•Electric shock or product
malfunction may occur if this
product is installed
incorrectly.
• Use this product within
the voltage range specied. Failure
to do so can cause
electronic shock or product
malfunction.
• Take special care when
cleaning the monitor.
•Make sure to rmly ax the prod-
uct before use.
• If smoke or a burning smell
is detected, disconnect the
system immediately.
•Where the power cable may touch
a metal case, cover the cable with a
friction tape. A short circuit
or disconnected wire may cause a
re.
• While installing the Rear View
System be careful with the wire
positioning in order to avoid wire
damage.
• The Rear View System should only
be used when the vehicle is in
reverse.
• Do not watch movies or
operate the monitor while driving;
as it may cause an
accident.
• Do not install the monitor
where it may obstruct drivers
view or obstruct an air bag
device.
• Dropping the unit may cause
possible mechanical failure.
INSTALLATION:
SAFETY INFORMATION

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If you have questions about this product, contact:
Rear View Safety
1797 Atlantic Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11233
Tel: [phone]
IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER OR MANUFACTURER BE
LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF
ANY NATURE, OR LOSSES OR EXPENSES RESULTING FROM
ANY DEFECTIVE PRODUCT OR THE USE OF ANY PRODUCT.
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Before drilling please check that no cable or wiring is on the other side
of the wall. Please clamp all wires securely to reduce the possibility
of them being damaged while vehicle is in use. Keep all cables away
from hot or moving parts and electrical noisy components.
We recommend doing a benchmark test before installation
to insure that all components are working properly.
Step 1: Choose the monitor and camera locations.
Step 2: Install all cables in vehicle, when necessary a 0.8 (20mm)
hole should be drilled for passing camera cable through vehicles
walls. Install split grommets where applicable.
Step 3: Once all cables and wiring have been properly routed, perform
a system function test by temporarily connecting the system. If the
system seems to not be operating properly see troubleshooting (page
17).
BEFORE YOU BEGIN

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Replacement Monitor
The mirror monitor replaces the existing car mirror. Carefully remove
the mirror o the“pin”. Slide the replacement mirror on to the pin and
secure it with the screw provided (already in the screw hole).Dier-
ent cars have dierent brackets. Depending on your vehicle make and
manufacturer. There are many methods to remove the original rear-
view mirror, however, please don’t force the mirror o the bracket.
The manufacturer will not be responsible for damage caused to your
car by wrong installation of the mirror. Figure 1.1
Clip-On Monitor
1. The Mirror Monitor attaches to the existing rear view mirror in
vehicle with the pressurized clips on the back of the monitor.
2. Attach monitor to existing mirror, and adjust mounting angle to
allow optimum driver viewing comfort.
Camera & Cable
Be sure to position the cable properly. The aviation camera cable uses
aircraft grade connectors which means the camera cable can be ex-
posed to all weather elements. Do not run the cable over sharp edges,
do not kink the cable and keep away from HOT and rotating parts.
Fasten all cables and secure all excess cable. Connect camera to the
camera extension cable which runs inside the vehicle. Figure 1.2
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Wiring
After connecting the camera to the“camera cable” the camera should
be plugged into AV2 input. Connect the RED 12V power wire to a an
ignition power source and the BLACK 12V ground wire to a chassis
ground.The GREEN wire is the REVERSE trigger wire. Connect this wire
to the vehicle’s backup light circuit to activate the rear-view image
whenever the vehicle shifts into reverse. To connect a second camera,
connect it to AV1 and it can be turned on by pressing the power button
on the monitor. Figure 2.1, Figure 2.2
Precautions for use of Mirror Monitor
I. The Mirror Monitor is made of glass. Do not subject it to a
mechanical shock by dropping it from a high place, etc.
II. Do not apply excessive force to the monitor surface or the
adjoining areas since this may cause the color tone to vary.
III. Clean with a soft dry cloth and/or Windex only.
IV. Do not attempt to disassemble the mirror monitor.
Safety
• Before drilling, be sure no cable or wire is on the other side.
• Feed as much cable as possible into vehicle & clamp securely.
This reduces the possibility of cable being hooked or snagged.
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Generally, to help drivers estimate the distance from obstacles, there are
three lines for reference- red, yellow, and green. Those three lines are dis-
played on the monitor when car is reversing. The green line is 3M from the
back of the car and the yellow line is 6.5 ft. The distant red line is 1M from
the backside of car while the closed red line is 0.4M. Both reference lines
on the left and right should leave 0.2M space from the car.
The accuracy of the grid-lines can vary based on how you angle your cam-
era.Thereforetoconpensateforinaccurancies, youcan adjust thegrid-lines
to your camera angle.
ADJUSTABLE GRID LINE
Accuracy
Grid Lines

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FIGURE 1.1
FIGURE 1.2
INSTALLATION AND WIRE

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1. RED- Power (+)
2. YELLOW- Video
3. GREEN- Mirror / Normal Imaging
4. WHITE- Audio
5. BLACK- Ground (-)
HOW TO WIRE + SPLICING
FIGURE 2.1

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HOW TO WIRE + SPLICING
FIGURE 2.2

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DIMMING
- To protect drivers from night glare of headlight.
- It is a function that can improve the car safety level.
- It may cause a series of legal disputes once removed by car dealers or
sellers
The interior rearview mirror will reect the glare of rearward-approaching
vehicles and it shines to driver’s eyes when driving at night, which would
cause a serious crisis. While the manual dimming rearview mirror comes
with special glass and rotating device, when the strong light comes from
the back of the car, the driver only needs to rotate it to another angle, that
is, strong light will be reected to another area which ensures the safe
driving at night.
Why need dimming function
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DIMMING
The reectance of glass surface is much lower than mirror plane
When driving car at daytime. The im-
age from the backside car is the reect
image of the mirror , which is the same
principle of cosmetic mirror.
When driving at night, there is strong
light from rearward-approaching
vehicles, the driver can rotate the
manual shank to another angle, that
is, strong light will be reected to
another area . At this moment, the
image from backside car is the reec-
tance of glass surface.

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About Our Monitor
SPECIFICATIONS:
MONITOR SPECIFICATIONS
Screen Size:
Display Screen:
Display Resolution:
Aspect Ratio:
Color Depth:
Pixel Pitch (mm)
Power Consumption:
Working Voltage:
Video Input:
Signal System:
4.3”
TFT-LCD
400(H)x234(V)
16:9
16.7M dithering
0.219x0.219
8W
DC12V
VIDEO-IN to GPS/DVD
(Default) Camera to backup camera
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• Do a hard reset, unplug all cables
and power cables, leave out for 1
minute and then re-connect them
• Check to ensure that the
connection to the camera is tight
•Verify camera cable is plugged into
port labeled Backup Camera
•Verify that the green positive
trigger on power harness is put to
power 12v+
•Verify camera is on correct camera
input
•Verify cable is connected to
monitor
•Verify camera is connected to
cable
• Connect known working camera
and cable to monitor
•Verify Green trigger is receiving
power
No Image On Screen
TROUBLESHOOTING

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ONE YEAR WARRANTY
REAR VIEW SAFETY, INC. WARRANTS THIS PRODUCT AGAINST MATERIAL DEFECTS FOR A
PERIOD OF ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF PURCHASE. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REPAIR OR
REPLACE ANY SUCH DEFECTIVE UNIT AT OUR SOLE DISCRETION. REAR VIEW SAFETY, INC.
IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR A DEFECT IN THE SYSTEM AS A RESULT OF MISUSE, IMPROPER
INSTALLATION, DAMAGE OR MISHANDLING OF THE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS. REAR VIEW
SAFETY, INC. IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND.
THIS WARRANTY IS VOID IF: DEFECTS IN MATERIALS OR WORKMANSHIP OR DAMAGES
RESULT FROM REPAIRS OR ALTERATIONS WHICH HAVE BEEN MADE OR ATTEMPTED BY
OTHERS OR THE UNAUTHORIZED USE OF NONCONFORMING PARTS; THE DAMAGE IS DUE
TO NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR, THIS DAMAGE IS DUE TO ABUSE, IMPROPER MAINTENANCE,
NEGLECT OR ACCIDENT; OR THE DAMAGE IS DUE TO USE OF THE REAR VIEW SAFETY, INC.
SYSTEM AFTER PARTIAL FAILURE OR USE WITH IMPROPER ACCESSORIES.
WARRANTY PERFORMANCE
DURING THE ABOVE WARRANTY PERIOD, SHOULD YOUR REAR VIEW SAFETY PRODUCT
EXHIBIT A DEFECT IN MATERIAL ORWORKMANSHIP, SUCH DEFECTWILL BE REPAIREDWHEN
THE COMPLETE REAR VIEW SAFETY, INC. PRODUCT IS RETURNED, POSTAGE PREPAID AND
INSURED, TO REAR VIEW SAFETY, INC. OTHER THAN THE POSTAGE AND INSURANCE
REQUIREMENT, NO CHARGE WILL BE MADE FOR REPAIRS COVERED BYTHIS WARRANTY.
WARRANTY DISCLAIMERS
NOWARRANTY, ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, OTHER THE ABOVEWARRANTY
IS MADEWITH REGARDTOTHIS REARVIEW SAFETY, INC. REARVIEW SAFETY, INC. DISCLAIMS
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE OR
PURPOSE AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES IN NO EVENT SHALL REAR VIEW SAFETY. INC.
LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OR FOR
ANY COSTS, ATTORNEY FEES, EXPENSES, LOSSES OR DELAYS ALLEGED TO BE AS A
CONSEQUENCE OF ANY DAMAGE TO, FAILURE OF, OR DEFECT IN ANY PRODUCT INCLUDING,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY CLAIMS FOR LOSS OF PROFITS.
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DISCLAIMER
REAR VIEW SAFETY AND/OR ITS AFFILIATES DOES NOT GUARANTEE OR PROMISE THAT THE
USER OF OUR SYSTEMSWILL NOT BE IN/PART OF AN ACCIDENT OR OTHERWISE NOT COLLIDE
WITH AN OBJECT AND/OR PERSON. OUR SYSTEMS ARE NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR CAREFUL
AND CAUTIOUS DRIVING OR FORTHE CONSISTENT ADHERENCETO ALL APPLICABLE TRAFFIC
LAWS AND MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY REGULATIONS.THE REAR VIEW SAFETY PRODUCTS ARE
NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR REARVIEW MIRRORS OR FOR ANY OTHER MOTOR VEHICLE
EQUIPMENT MANDATED BY LAW. OUR CAMERA SYSTEMS HAVE A LIMITED FIELD OF VISION
AND DO NOT PROVIDE A COMPREHENSIVEVIEW OFTHE REAR OR SIDE AREA OFTHEVEHICLE.
ALWAYS MAKE SURETO LOOK AROUNDYOURVEHICLE AND USEYOUR MIRRORSTO CONFIRM
REARWARD CLEARANCE AND THAT YOUR VEHICLE CAN MANEUVER SAFELY. REARVIEW
SAFETY AND/OR ITS AFFILIATES SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY
FOR DAMAGE AND/OR INJURY RESULTING FROM ACCIDENTS OCCURRING WITH VEHICLES
HAVING SOME OF REAR VIEW SAFETY PRODUCTS INSTALLED AND REAR VIEW SAFETY AND/
OR ITS AFFILIATES, THE MANUFACTURER, DISTRIBUTOR AND SELLER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE
FOR ANY INJURY, LOSS OR DAMAGE, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL, ARISING OUT OF THE
USE OR INTENDED USE OF THE PRODUCT. IN NO EVENT SHALL REAR VIEW SAFETY AND/OR
ITS AFFILIATES HAVE ANY LIABILITY FOR ANY LOSSES WHETHER DIRECT OR INDIRECT, IN
CONTRACT,TORT OR OTHERWISE INCURRED IN CONNECTIONWITH THE SYSTEMS,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGED PROPERTY, PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR LOSS OF
LIFE. NEITHER SHALL REAR VIEW SAFETY AND/OR ITS AFFILIATES HAVE ANY
RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY DECISION, ACTION OR INACTION TAKEN BY ANY PERSON IN
RELIANCE ON REAR VIEW SAFETY SYSTEMS, OR FOR ANY DELAYS, INACCURACIES AND/OR
ERRORS IN CONNECTION WITH OUR SYSTEMS FUNCTIONS.
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If you have any questions
about this product, contact:
Rear View Safety, Inc.
1797 Atlantic Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11233
800.764.1028
Better Cameras. Better Service.
IT’S OUR GUARANTEE.