Audiovox ACA400, ACA500 Installation Manual

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Current – Max: 80mA

Reverse Camera Installation Manual

ACA400

ACA500

Model: ACA400 & ACA500

● High Resolution: 1/4” CMOS Color Camera

● Compact Zinc Alloy Die Cast Body

● Waterproof Housing

● 150 Degree Wide View Angle

● Minimum Illumination <0.3Lux

● Resolution – 672 x 520

● Waterproof – IP67 Rated

● Operating T em p – 30c to +70c

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warnings 2
Product Description 4
Packing List 5
Camera Installation 6
Camera Wiring Diagrams 9

Troubleshooting 10

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Warnings

The product is intended to assist in safe driving and to allow the driver to have
a broader rear view whi le the vehic le is in rever se. You, as th e driver, are sol ely
responsible for the safe operation of your vehicle and the safety of your
passengers according to local tra ffic regulations. Do not use any features of this
system to the extent it distracts you from safe driving. Your first priority while
driving should always be the safe operation of your vehicle. Audiovox
Electronics Corporation cannot accept any responsibility whatsoever for
accidents resulting from failure to observe these precautions or safety
instructions.

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1. This product utilizes high voltage. Any unauthorized modifications or damage to the

product may result in electrical shock. Handle all components with care. Inspect
regularly fo r damage to components and cabling.

2. You are responsib le fo r ensur i ng that the ins tall atio n o f this p rod uct do es no t void o r

affect the vehicle manufact urer ’s warranty. Audiovox Electronics Corpor ation or its
subsidiaries are not liable in full or in part for improper installation result ing in loss
or damage to your property, or for voiding all or part of the vehicle manufacturer’s
warranty.

3. Do not apply excessive force to any of the co mponents contained within this kit.

Excessive force used before, during or after installation that results in a damaged or
non-functional part will void all warranties.

4. Please follow the procedures in this installation manual. Improper installation or

modification of this product will void all warranties.

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Product Desc ription

This revolut ionary camera design integrates a backup camera with your vehicle. The camera
is easy to mount on your car, truck, or van but ALWAYS CHECK AND DOUBLE CHECK
before drilling or mounting any item on the vehicle. Make sure there are no obstructions in
front of the camera, behind where mounting the camera, and that the wire can be run without
pinching or interferi ng with any o ther item.

This Wired Camera is compatible with most monitor/TFT screens and can be connected using
a standard RCA connector. If an extension lead is required be sure to use a Video cable with
RCA type ends. An Audio cable will cause poor picture quality.

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ACA400

ACA500

Packing List

• 1 piece CMOS Camera − 1 qty

• 1 piece Hardware pack with nut and retainer clip

• 1 piece 22mm Hole Saw

• 1 piece Power cable

• 1 piece 21’ RCA Video Extension Cable − 1 qty

• 1 piece CMOS Camera − 1 qty

• 1 piece Hardware pack with nut and lock washer

• 1 piece Power cable

• 1 piece 21’ RCA Video Extension Cable − 1 qty

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Camera Installation

Look for a location that will give yo u the best view behind the vehicle. This should not be
directly next to or under a reverse/backup lamp as it may blind the camera at night. Avoid
license plate lamps as well as they too can blind the camera at night. Before drilling
determine the best way to run the power wires to the reverse lights & the extension cable
through the car. Insure that your route will not interfere with any safet y equipment, trunk
release or other items on the vehicle. Once your location has been
confirmed AGAIN DOUBLE CHECK BEFORE YOU DRILL!
sensors, double metal, anything that could cause a problem or damage. The camera
should lay flat against the mounting surface for proper installation and weather proofing.

Look for wires,

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1. After selecting a moun ting surfac e, either remove the panel if possible or tape off the

area to be drilled with masking tape in order to protect the surroundings.

2. For the ACA400 Camera, we include a 22mm hole saw. Use this drill bit to drill

through your mo u nti ng surface for the camera. Make sure that there is not a metal lip
or double metal in this area as it could damage the hole saw blade.

3. For the ACA500 Camera use a 5/16” drill bit to create your hole to mount the

camera.

4. After drilling carefully remov e a ny burs or sharp edges so you do not damage the

cable when p ulling it through. Coat the edge of the hole with rust preven ta tive. On
the ACA400 remove the backing on the double sided tape on the top of the camera
base before inserting i nto the mounting location.

5. Carefully route the camera cable connector through the hole and insert the camera

into the hole.

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6. Use the included hardware to secure the camera in place. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN

the hardware.

7. Wire the Camera’s power wire to the vehicle’s r everse lamp.
a) Locate the reverse lamp in the tail light assembly.
b) Using a crimp connector or by soldering attach the red wire to the positive 12

volt wire from the reverse lamp. This s hould only have power when the car i s in
reverse gear and the white lamp it illu mina ted.

Attach the black wire to the ground (Negative 12 Volts only).

c) If a trigger wire is required at the fro nt of the ve hicle or you wish to power your

camera from the front of the vehicle use the additional red wire on the video
extension cable. NOTE: Do not connect to the reverse lamp and to power at the
front of the vehicle. T his will c ause the re verse lamp to turn on any time yo u
power the camera.

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8. Run the extension c able to the location of the monitor and connect the other end of

the extension cable to the camera. Yellow RCA connected to the Video input.

Camera Wiring

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Symptoms Solutions

1. Check you reverse trigger wire for your

Make sure a Video cable was used and not an

No video signal appears
while reversing the
vehicle

Video image is not sharp
enough

Troubleshooting

monitor.

2. Check the rear view camera wiring connection

and RCA connection.

1. Clean the camera lens.

2.

Audio cable as the extension

Camera stays on when not
in reverse.

Check the camera power wiring or your reverse
trigger wire.

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