Garmin Bc30 Reversing Camera Q
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Not really answering the question but somewhat related threads in case of challenges...
---> Reverse light live cable
---> Problems with reverse camera...
---> Reverse light live cable
---> Problems with reverse camera...
Thanks mmi 
Those posts stirred some brain cells, thanks
I think I read those threads when first posted maybe the cause of my Q.
I’m getting less optimistic about tapping into the reversing light. My van has a full camper conversion so running a line to the front is not really a decent option.
I’d welcome insight about fitting a relay, and where to pick power up from.
The Garmin camera uses Bluetooth to link up with a Garmin Sat Nag.
Any thoughts welcomed guys
Those posts stirred some brain cells, thanks
I think I read those threads when first posted maybe the cause of my Q.
I’m getting less optimistic about tapping into the reversing light. My van has a full camper conversion so running a line to the front is not really a decent option.
I’d welcome insight about fitting a relay, and where to pick power up from.
The Garmin camera uses Bluetooth to link up with a Garmin Sat Nag.
Any thoughts welcomed guys
Not sure what was the root cause for the difficulties in those threads. I have seen a few of those Garmin Reversing Cameras installed without any problems, however not on a T6.
Also my thought is that taking the feed from reversing light should be fine.
You called for ANY ideas, so here's one to "smooth" the electricity for the camera (instead of a relay+separate feed):
Also my thought is that taking the feed from reversing light should be fine.
You called for ANY ideas, so here's one to "smooth" the electricity for the camera (instead of a relay+separate feed):
A capacitor to make a reservoir for the camera in case there are any interference riding on voltage from reversing lights. The diode prevents the reversing bulb to drain the capacitor. The size of the capacitor probably needs some experimenting - my guess is that 100uF should suffice.
Anyways, relatively easy to try, and not a big loss even if doesn't help.
Anyways, relatively easy to try, and not a big loss even if doesn't help.
I have one installed on my 2016 T6, it works fine without any errors. Have also added an additional LED reversing light to the original reversing light feed, again no problems.
I have connected to the reversing lamp feed by removing the reversing light (in my case nearside only.
Cut back the insulation tape on the wiring loom going to the lamp unit to allow the rubber grommet in the body to slide toward the loose lamp unit.
The connection can then be made to the +ve feed on the ‘dry’ side of the body grommet, it is also easy to access at a later stage as just two screws to remove.
The new BC30 camera feed can then be run up the rear of the van, through the rubber ‘boot’ at the tailgate hinge and then through the tailgate. You’ll need to be very patient, getting the cable through the tailgate is real pain in the arse. It is possibly easier on a barn door van.
The BC30 works extremely well, I can imagine why any camera is hardwired these days.
Cut back the insulation tape on the wiring loom going to the lamp unit to allow the rubber grommet in the body to slide toward the loose lamp unit.
The connection can then be made to the +ve feed on the ‘dry’ side of the body grommet, it is also easy to access at a later stage as just two screws to remove.
The new BC30 camera feed can then be run up the rear of the van, through the rubber ‘boot’ at the tailgate hinge and then through the tailgate. You’ll need to be very patient, getting the cable through the tailgate is real pain in the arse. It is possibly easier on a barn door van.
The BC30 works extremely well, I can imagine why any camera is hardwired these days.
Thanks for clarifying the wiring setup. We recently changed our Peugeot van for a VW California Ocean and want to fit a Garmin BC 30, which we have used before. I am interested to know where on the VW you installed the camera and Bluetooth transmitter as I am not keen on the number plate option.
I would appreciate your advice.
Many thanks.
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