CAUTION!
All accessories, switches, climate
controls panels, and especially air bag indicator
lights must be connected before cycling the
ignition. Also, do not remove the factory radio
with the key in the on position, or while the
vehicle is running.
AX-ADDCAM
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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INTERFACE FEATURES
TOOLS REQUIRED
INTERFACE COMPONENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction............................................................2
Connections to be made .......................................2
Configuring the AX-ADDCAM ............................. 3-5
Installing the AX-ADDCAM ..................................... 5
Programming the AX-ADDCAM .............................6
Connector pin-out (20-pin) ..................................7
AX-ADDCAM
• (4) Camera inputs
• Programmable 12V 5-amp switched output (configured through the Axxess Updater program)
• Reverse signal trigger generated via CAN bus communication of the vehicle
• Turn signal trigger generated via CAN bus communication of the vehicle
• (4) Programmable camera control wires (configured through the Axxess Updater program)
• Can also be manually controlled, and used along with an aftermarket radio
• VSS (Vehicle Speed Sense) input and output
• Micro “B” USB updatable
• Wire cutter • Crimp tool • Solder gun • Tape
• Connectors (example: butt-connectors, bell caps, etc.)
• AX-ADDCAM interface
• AX-ADDCAM harness
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INTRODUCTION CONNECTIONS TO BE MADE
The Axxess AX-ADDCAM interface is a camera switching interface that will provide up to (3)
additional camera inputs to the factory radio, while still retaining the factory camera. With this
interface a front camera, and also side cameras can be added to the factory radio. The cameras
function automatically*, no human interaction required, unless desired to do so. Axxess has also
created a line of vehicle specific “Plug & Play” harnesses for the AX-ADDCAM. These harnesses must
be used along with the AX-ADDCAM. The AX-ADDCAM can also be used if the factory system does
not originally come equipped with a backup camera, adding up to (4) cameras in this instance. In
addition, the AX-ADDCAM can be used along with an aftermarket radio as well. Pending that the
aftermarket radio has an input designated for a backup camera
.
* Only applicable vehicles listed in the drop down menu in the Axxess Updater program will
retain this feature.
Note:
Some vehicles may not have the turn signal, and/or reverse signal available on the vehicles
CAN-bus. For vehicles that do not have those signals available, or when an aftermarket radio will be
used instead of the factory radio, the interface will need to be manually controlled by analog triggers.
12-volt switched output
The Red wire labeled “Camera 12V” will be used in applications where a 12-volt switched
output is required. In the Axxess Updater there are two options for this feature, “CAN
Detection”, or “Camera Active”. If an aftermarket radio will be used instead of a factory radio,
this wire must be connected to the wire designated for a reverse trigger
.
• Accessory Out: Will provide a 12-volt switched output when the interface detects a CAN bus
signal. Pending that the vehicle is supported under vehicle selection.
• Camera Active: Will provide a 12-volt switched output if a camera has been activated.
Camera input/output
The RCA jacks labeled “Camera 1 – 4” are the camera inputs. The RCA jack labeled “Camera
output” will go to the factory radio (or aftermarket radio). Camera 1 should only be used for a
backup camera as it takes priority over the other cameras. Camera 2 and 3 can be used for either
a left side camera, or a right side camera, as they are programmable within the Axxess Updater
program. Camera 4 is only for use with a front camera due to how the camera switching functions.
Analog control wires
(available with the “Plug & Play” harness)
There are (4) control wires for activating the cameras manually. The control wires can be
configured in the Axxess Updater for either a negative or positive trigger. The control wires can
also be assigned to any camera
.
VSS (vehicle speed sense)
(available with the “Plug & Play” harness)
The AX-ADDCAM will generate a VSS signal for applicable vehicles listed in the drop down menu in
the Axxess Updater. Pending that the vehicles CAN bus has that signal available. For vehicles that
do not have that signal available, the VSS wire will need to be manually wired to the vehicle. But
only if that feature is required.
• Blue/Green - VSS in.
• Green/Blue - VSS out.
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CONFIGURING THE AX-ADDCAM
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• Download and install the Axxess Updater program available at: axxessinterfaces.com
• Open the Axxess Updater and wait until the word “Ready” is listed in the bottom left of the screen.
• Select “Add-Cam Configuration.
• Select the vehicle in the drop down list. If the vehicle is applicable, a tab labeled
“Configuration” will appear.
•
Under “Make” and “Model”, there will be an option labeled “Other (Generic)”. This option is for
aftermarket radio installations where the AX-ADDCAM will be controlled via analog triggers
.
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CONFIGURING THE AX-ADDCAM (CONT.)
• Under “Configuration”, configure the (4) video trigger inputs to the desired settings. Refer
to “Video trigger description” for more information.
• Under “Other Settings” located at the bottom of the page, configure switched 12V and VSS to
the desired settings.
• Once all selections have been configured, press “Write Configuration” to save the settings.
Video trigger legend
• Disable (will turn off the input)
• Backup Camera (dedicated backup camera)
• Left Blinker (will be used for activation)
• Right Blinker (will be used for activation)
• Control 1 (positive trigger activation)
• Control 1 (negative trigger activation)
• Control 2 (positive trigger activation)
• Control 2 (negative trigger activation)
• Control 3 (positive trigger activation)
• Control 3 (negative trigger activation)
• Control 4 (positive trigger activation)
• Control 4 (negative trigger activation)
• Auto (Reverse -> Drive) will activate once
that sequence is seen (only available for
video trigger 4)
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CONFIGURING THE AX-ADDCAM (CONT.) INSTALLING THE AX-ADDCAM
With the key in the off position:
• Connect the AX-ADDCAM harness into the interface, and then to the “Plug & Play” harness
(sold separately).
• Connect the “Plug & Play” harness (sold separately) to the wiring harness in the vehicle.
Note:
If the “Plug & Play” harness (sold separately) includes any secondary harnesses, connect
those as well.
• Connect the cameras to the appropriate RCA jacks.
Video trigger description
• Backup camera: Dedicated by default to Video Trigger 1. Will activate the backup camera
while the vehicle is in reverse.
• Left blinker: Activation of the left turn signal will activate the left camera. *
• Right blinker: Activation of the right turn signal will activate the right camera. *
•
Auto (reverse -> drive): Available only for Video Trigger 4, when installing a front camera. With
this feature selected, the camera will activate automatically once a reverse-then-drive sequence
is seen from the vehicle. Example of this scenario would be while parallel parking the vehicle. As
an alternative, a control wire can be used instead to manually activate the camera
.
Note:
Auto (Reverse -> Drive) will disable the camera once 15 MPH is reached. A control wire
activated will also disable the camera.
Note:
If the control wire is activated while driving, the camera will activate and deactivate
during stop-and-go traffic.
• Control 1-4 (positive or negative) trigger activation wires: Can be used as a positive or
negative trigger to manually activate a camera via a toggle switch, or similar device.
* Not available for Fords with a 4-inch display screen radio.
VSS out Function
• Disable: On by default.
•
Camera Active: Active while camera is on.
Other settings
Switched 12V with
• Disable: On by default.
• Accessory Out: 12-volt out when
CAN data is detected.
• Camera Active: 12-volt out if a camera
has been activated.
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PROGRAMMING THE AX-ADDCAM
For models with a factory backup camera:
• Turn the key (or push-to-start button) to the ignition position and wait until the L.E.D. inside
the AX-ADDCAM interface comes on.
• For Mazda vehicles only: After the vehicle is in the ignition position, and the Mazda logo
is present (dim), put the vehicle in reverse to activate the camera. Wait until ‘Please Check
Surroundings For Safety” is shown on the radio display, then put the vehicle in the park
position. This process should take within 30 seconds.
Note:
If the L.E.D. doesn’t come on within a few seconds, yet blinks instead, turn the key to the off
position, disconnect the interface, check all connections, reconnect the interface, and then try again
.
• Test all functions of the installation for proper operation, before reassembling the dash.
For models without a factory backup camera:
Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep
• These vehicles will require two 5-minute key cycles for the radio to accept the AX-ADDCAM
interface. Programming will be complete after the second 5-minute key cycle.
• With all the doors of the vehicle shut, wait until the domelight goes out, then cycle the key
(or push-to-start button) to the ignition position for 30-seconds.
• Cycle the key (or push-to-start button) off and wait until the domelight goes out, then
wait 5-minutes.
• Cycle the key (or push-to-start button) to the ignition position for 30-seconds.
• Cycle the key (or push-to-start button) off and wait until the domelight goes out, then
wait 5-minutes.
• Turn the key (or push-to-start button) to the ignition position and test all functions of the
installation for proper operation, before reassembling the dash.
Ford
• Configure the AX-ADDCAM in the Axxess Updater first. In the Axxess Updater there will be an
option box labeled “OEM Programming” under the “Configuration” tab after the vehicle type
has been entered. Check this box to allow the AX-ADDCAM configure the camera settings for
the vehicle. (Figure A)
•
Turn the key (or push-to-start button) to the ignition position and wait until the L.E.D. inside the AX-ADDCAM
interface comes on. The radio will reboot and may show a diagnostic screen during this process
.
Note:
If the L.E.D. in the interface doesn’t come on within a few seconds, yet blinks instead, turn the key to
the off position, disconnect the interface, check all connections, reconnect the interface, and then try again
.
Note:
Ensure that the Video 1 input in the interface is set to “reverse camera”.
• Test all functions of the installation for proper operation, before reassembling the dash.
(Figure A)
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1. Yellow - Battery
2. Blue/Green - VSS in
3. Gray/Blue - Control 1 trigger
4. Yellow - Camera output
5. Yellow - Camera 2 input
6. Yellow - Camera 4 input
7. White/Green - CAN LOW to radio
8. Blue/Pink - CAN LOW from vehicle
9.
Blue/Black - Secondary CAN LOW from vehicle
10. Orange - Control 3 trigger
11. Black - Ground
12. Green/Blue - VSS out
13. Gray/Red - Control 2 trigger
14. Red - 12-volt out
15. Yellow - Camera 1 input
16. Yellow - Camera 3 input
17. White/Red
- CAN HIGH to radio
18. Pink - CAN
HIGH
from vehicle
19. Blue/Red – Secondary CAN HIGH from vehicle
20. Orange/White – Control 4 trigger
Wire view of harness
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CONNECTOR PIN-OUT (20-PIN)
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IMPORTANT
If you are having difficulties with the installation of this product,
please call our Tech Support line at 1-800-253-TECH. Before doing
so, look over the instructions a second time, and make sure the
installation was performed exactly as the instructions are stated.
Please have the vehicle apart and ready to perform troubleshooting
steps before calling.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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