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#31
Just reporting back on results.
It was very intimidating as I would hate to be the person that breaks their new Lexus during their 2nd week of ownership. I was able to successfully wire up my Lukas 7900 using OP's instructions - it was extremely helpful!
Just take your time and ensure to make sure you know what you are doing.
It was very intimidating as I would hate to be the person that breaks their new Lexus during their 2nd week of ownership. I was able to successfully wire up my Lukas 7900 using OP's instructions - it was extremely helpful!
Just take your time and ensure to make sure you know what you are doing.
#32
Lexus Test Driver
i just pulled a video off that i made yesterday when me and my wife were driving to denver. don't mind the conversation she was looking up a word on the web. and we talked about the white car to the right who had a bad alignment and the tires were wearing real bad on the inside.
choose the view on youtube option on the lower right of the preview windows here so you can see it in 1080p for the front and 720p for the rear
front view driving in castle rock - YouTube
rear view driving in castle rock - YouTube
if you pick the highest resolution and view it full screen you can make your own judgement.
choose the view on youtube option on the lower right of the preview windows here so you can see it in 1080p for the front and 720p for the rear
front view driving in castle rock - YouTube
rear view driving in castle rock - YouTube
if you pick the highest resolution and view it full screen you can make your own judgement.
#33
Lexus Test Driver
Just reporting back on results.
It was very intimidating as I would hate to be the person that breaks their new Lexus during their 2nd week of ownership. I was able to successfully wire up my Lukas 7900 using OP's instructions - it was extremely helpful!
Just take your time and ensure to make sure you know what you are doing.
It was very intimidating as I would hate to be the person that breaks their new Lexus during their 2nd week of ownership. I was able to successfully wire up my Lukas 7900 using OP's instructions - it was extremely helpful!
Just take your time and ensure to make sure you know what you are doing.
Mind showing some pictures?
#34
Nonopeno, I am considering to put Lukas 7900 in the IS soon.. Did you wire it up on the driver's fuse box or the passenger's? Reason is due to the larger size of Lukas 7900, it seems logical to put it on the right side of the rear mirror. The Blackvue doesn't have this problem because it is much smaller. Where the OP put ---- slightly below the rear mirror --- is quite logical if hiding it is a top priority.
Mind showing some pictures?
Mind showing some pictures?
I did mount it to the driver's fuse box as I followed OP's instructions tit for tat (didn't even know there's a fuse box on the passenger side).
It's situated on the right side of the rear view mirror and hidden from view from the driver. I will snap some pictures tonight to show you.
#35
Very nice setup Base Mech, i am looking at putting in the BlackVue as well but wasn't sure yet how i was going to do since my car is on a lease also. Though i think i need need get my tinting done before i put them in at least for the rear window.
#36
Lexus Test Driver
Hi AndyL,
I did mount it to the driver's fuse box as I followed OP's instructions tit for tat (didn't even know there's a fuse box on the passenger side).
It's situated on the right side of the rear view mirror and hidden from view from the driver. I will snap some pictures tonight to show you.
I did mount it to the driver's fuse box as I followed OP's instructions tit for tat (didn't even know there's a fuse box on the passenger side).
It's situated on the right side of the rear view mirror and hidden from view from the driver. I will snap some pictures tonight to show you.
Last edited by AndyL; 05-02-15 at 09:46 PM.
#37
Hi, All-
I wanted to report back on my install and my issue. It turns out that when you have the system hardwired into the vehicle you need to make sure they install a relay switch on the yellow wire. My installer had this issue and by troubleshooting he came up with this solution. The system is working perfectly now! Very happy with the end result. I followed Bass Mech or Bass Man! advice on hiding the silver lining with fabric black tape, I even did the sivler ring around the lens as well!
I wanted to report back on my install and my issue. It turns out that when you have the system hardwired into the vehicle you need to make sure they install a relay switch on the yellow wire. My installer had this issue and by troubleshooting he came up with this solution. The system is working perfectly now! Very happy with the end result. I followed Bass Mech or Bass Man! advice on hiding the silver lining with fabric black tape, I even did the sivler ring around the lens as well!
#38
I don't think I'm brave enough to do this DIY myself.... I hardwired my V1 to my Scion tC 8 years ago but the steps were different and easier. Anyone in the DFW want to help me? I'll supply booze & food
#41
Thanks for the write up. Actually makes me consider getting one of these.
I take it that these recordings can just easily work against you. Can the courts force you to provide the video if something happens? Ex. if the radio is on loud and I get into an accident, would that be "evidence" that I may have been distracted?
I take it that these recordings can just easily work against you. Can the courts force you to provide the video if something happens? Ex. if the radio is on loud and I get into an accident, would that be "evidence" that I may have been distracted?
#42
Lexus Test Driver
Thread Starter
Thanks for the write up. Actually makes me consider getting one of these.
I take it that these recordings can just easily work against you. Can the courts force you to provide the video if something happens? Ex. if the radio is on loud and I get into an accident, would that be "evidence" that I may have been distracted?
I take it that these recordings can just easily work against you. Can the courts force you to provide the video if something happens? Ex. if the radio is on loud and I get into an accident, would that be "evidence" that I may have been distracted?
#43
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I like using the concealed V1 display. Not too many mounting options in the IS. So I disassembled the front panel of the concealed display and set it up on the drivers side. What do you think?
#44
Lexus Test Driver
Thread Starter
the install looks ok i guess, personally i think the V1 is a total joke, but hey if you like to hear the thing going off all the time thats up to you.
#45
I was finally able to get some time to install the 2CH BlackVue earlier this week. Install went smoothly and this guide was spot on how to get everything installed. Only thing i still need to adjust is the rear camera for angle and sideways to avoid the lines from the defrost lines that i thought i had already compensated for.
Bass Mech did you have tint on your back window, and if so did you cut a hole in it for your rear camera? I ask cause in my case i do have tint though at 18% and the video quality for the rear camera for me is quite low.
Bass Mech did you have tint on your back window, and if so did you cut a hole in it for your rear camera? I ask cause in my case i do have tint though at 18% and the video quality for the rear camera for me is quite low.