Reversing Camera for R36 Wagon

[hannson]

Hey hannson,

I'm loving how the OPS displays on the left hand side when the camera is engaged. I'm definitely going to see about getting that happening somehow. I noticed though that it also has the guidance lines. I'm assuming that CC actually came with the RVC as factory as I didn't think you could get those displaying aftermarket unless you spend some big $$?

Hi adrock!

The CC in the video initally had the OPS Only.

We bought and retrofitted the Original VW Emblem RVC kit for approx A$900 (excluding installation which was done at his fav audio/ICE shop).

The Original VW Emblem RVC kit has the control module that provided the guidance lines, which bends when the steering wheel is rotated.

[adrock]

Ah right, thanks for that. I might have a look around to see if that module is something you can purchase separately. Would certainly be worthwhile in saving my rims whenever the mrs is parking it

[hannson]

Ah right, thanks for that. I might have a look around to see if that module is something you can purchase separately. Would certainly be worthwhile in saving my rims whenever the mrs is parking it

that is a "global" concern.. *sigh* lol...
when i changed mine to the 18" interlagos, it was "curbed".. and it was obviously my fault for changing the rims...*sigh* lol

[Highlander]

Noticed in a Lambo drive on Top Gear that the Reversing camera appeared to be a full time "Rear vision Camera". Anyone know if there is anyway of activating the
camera in a Passat without selecting reverse. Might be a great way to eliminate some of the blindspots.

[hannson]

Noticed in a Lambo drive on Top Gear that the Reversing camera appeared to be a full time "Rear vision Camera". Anyone know if there is anyway of activating the
camera in a Passat without selecting reverse. Might be a great way to eliminate some of the blindspots.

If u want it on all the time, u just to get the rns510 with kufatec Ima basic

[Highlander]

If u want it on all the time, u just to get the rns510 with kufatec Ima basic

Tell me more please

[hannson]

Tell me more please

1. Buy an IMA from Kufatec
2. Hook up the Reverse Camera (e.g. an aftermarket RVC) to the IMA
3. After coding with VAGCOM, your reverse camera will always show up on screen if you choose Video in your "Media" option.

Note: This also means that if you are in"Radio" mode and put into Reverse, the screen will NOT change to the reverse camera video on screen.

If you choose the RVC IMA from Kufatec, the reverse camera will ONLY show up on screen if you put into reverse.

So .. these are the 2 options you have.

Cheers

[Leagle]

Dr Block, having now had my (rear camera) equipped CC for several months now, I thought you would find the following interesting:

1. The (oem) rear camera on my car often "lags" is selecting reverse. I therefore often see myself checking the rear view mirror and looking over my shoulder before it displays the rear image!

2. Although the rear camera is nevertheless handy as an additional aid, I find the rear sensor display (which I can toggle on and off) almost as useful. Indeed it is hard to judge distances via the camera but the rear sensor display gives me a more accurate idea of the rear obstacle.

What I am saying is this: if its too late to have the rear camera fitted, take delivery of your car and see whether you can live with the rear (proximity) sensor display. I think that you will find that although you will find yourself thinking it would be nice to have a rear camera in some situations, you will learn that the rear proximity sensors will help you a lot of the time.

[Dr Block]

Dr Block, having now had my (rear camera) equipped CC for several months now, I thought you would find the following interesting:

1. The (oem) rear camera on my car often "lags" is selecting reverse. I therefore often see myself checking the rear view mirror and looking over my shoulder before it displays the rear image!

2. Although the rear camera is nevertheless handy as an additional aid, I find the rear sensor display (which I can toggle on and off) almost as useful. Indeed it is hard to judge distances via the camera but the rear sensor display gives me a more accurate idea of the rear obstacle.

What I am saying is this: if its too late to have the rear camera fitted, take delivery of your car and see whether you can live with the rear (proximity) sensor display. I think that you will find that although you will find yourself thinking it would be nice to have a rear camera in some situations, you will learn that the rear proximity sensors will help you a lot of the time.

Hi Leagle,

My last car (Lexus IS250 Sport Luxury) had a RVC which was excellent, didn't lag and also had the guides to display where your car was in relation to any obstacle. When used in conjunction with the sensors was fantastic. Car prior to the Lexus only had rear sensors which were fine as well,just relied on the mirrors a bit more without an RVC.

I'm sure that I'll be able to live without the RVC on the R36,however, would've been nice to have as they're handy as a reversing aid and would also add to the resale come changeover time.

Cheers,

Dr Block

[adrock]

The Original VW Emblem RVC kit has the control module that provided the guidance lines, which bends when the steering wheel is rotated.

Anyone know what the part number for this is. I've gone this far so adding the guidance lines would be a nice addition.

Also, does anyone know what the firmware update is to get the OPS displaying on the reverse screen?

[Swallowtail]

I've got one of the controllers at home for when I fit to mine. I'll look for the number later. Be aware that the camera / emblem that connects to this controller is different to that used on the Golf - the Golf's one is a composite signal, and this one is RGB (or the other way around LOL, I know they are not compatible though). I've got a camera / emblem kit, some cables from Kufatec, and a control unit... just need to try and get some time to see what works and what doesn't. I fully expect to have to work out some extra wiring...

Firmware 2660 and later have the OPS on the reversing screen.

[adrock]

Thanks for that. I already have the camera installed in the R36 (installer said he used A4 integrated handle) and works but with no guidance lines.

Also, on the firmware. Am I right in understanding that I can't check it without VCDS such as posted here? I've read elsewhere you just hold the setup button for a while but all that does is take me to the radio setting screen and no further.

I have a VCDS coming this week hopefully which should allow me to have a bit more of a play.

[OilBurna]

where are you sourcing vcds from adrock?

[adrock]

where are you sourcing vcds from adrock?

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[Swallowtail]

Thanks for that. I already have the camera installed in the R36 (installer said he used A4 integrated handle) and works but with no guidance lines.

Also, on the firmware. Am I right in understanding that I can't check it without VCDS such as posted here? I've read elsewhere you just hold the setup button for a while but all that does is take me to the radio setting screen and no further.

I have a VCDS coming this week hopefully which should allow me to have a bit more of a play.

If you have a working camera without controller then the camera wont work with a controller... it's a different breed as I noted above.