Can Backup Camera be Wired to Something Other Than Reverse Lights so it is Always on
Question:
I stead of wiring the camera to the reverse tail light..can I wire it to the brake taillight so that it can be on all the time??
asked by: Tom P
Helpful Expert Reply:
You can wire a backup camera, like the Rear View Safety Backup Camera System # RVS-770614, to a different function so that it stays on all of the time. This is actually a common solution that even the manufacturers recommend for customers.
If your taillights turn on when you start the vehicle, then running the wire to one of your taillights for power is a very viable option. Running it to the brake light function is probably not the best solution as that means it will only receive power when you are braking. You can use a circuit tester like part # PTW2992 to help you determine which wires are for which functions on your vehicle.
Attached is a link to our available selection of backups cameras for you to check out as well.
Brian B.
7/15/2020
Hi, my reverse camera which is wired to reversing lights works fine when in reverse.good, but when I turn on park or headlamps there is no video. Any ideas?
Chris R.
7/20/2020
Chris R.
7/24/2020
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Steve G.
2/8/2020
Could you wire the backup camera to the reverse light AND the tail light so that it would power up when either the tail light or the the tail lights are on? Or would these be a problem if they tail lights and the reverse light are on at the same time