Backup Camera Guidelines
09-30-14, 07:22 AM
#31
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Is it feasible to replace an existing RX350 backup camera with a better one that comes with a different Lexus model? If so, is it likely that the new camera would work with the existing electronics and screen? I don't care about the lines, but my eyes would appreciate a better image.
09-30-14, 08:49 AM
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Is it feasible to replace an existing RX350 backup camera with a better one that comes with a different Lexus model? If so, is it likely that the new camera would work with the existing electronics and screen? I don't care about the lines, but my eyes would appreciate a better image.
09-30-14, 12:43 PM
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Backup camera
A brighter image, in particular. Perhaps it's just my eyes, but the video feed from the backup camera seems washed out. It's difficult for me to see details on sunny days. And, yes, I've tried turning up the brightness and I've played with the contrast. I've increased these as far as they will reasonably go.
10-01-14, 05:44 AM
#34
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Yep, the RX backup cam kinda sucks. I wish it had the lines to help judge distance, but it is what it is. It really doesn't help me "backup" or park at all. As other's have mentioned I only use to to confirm there are no small pets or people behind me as I reach the end of my driveway... ones I wouldn't see by checking mirrors and looking over my shoulder.I have found that the warning beeps allow me to get closer to cars behind me when I'm backing out in a parking lot (for example) than I would without them. Overall, the system does it's job. The video isn't pretty and it would be better with the lines IMO.
10-01-14, 06:00 AM
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A brighter image, in particular. Perhaps it's just my eyes, but the video feed from the backup camera seems washed out. It's difficult for me to see details on sunny days. And, yes, I've tried turning up the brightness and I've played with the contrast. I've increased these as far as they will reasonably go.
10-01-14, 10:24 AM
#36
It might be that you have some kind of road film on your lens because mine is perfectly clear.
Last edited by VVRX; 10-01-14 at 10:24 AM. Reason: spelling
10-01-14, 10:36 AM
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11-16-14, 01:36 PM
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I passed on a step-up 350 with a backup camera for the base model with just the beeping to let me know how close I am getting to something when reversing - have to say i'm very pleased with how well the beeping works, so far so good!
12-13-14, 08:06 AM
#39
Terrible Backup Camera
I just got a 2015 ES and it has a very good camera with guidelines. I also have a 2013 RX and I would like to replace that camera with one similar to the ES. Guess I didn't realize how bad my RX camera was till I got the new car.
Has anyone ever replaced a backup camera?
Has anyone ever replaced a backup camera?
12-13-14, 08:07 PM
#40
I know what you are saying about the picture quality. For 50K, you'd expect high resolution, at least. Many have noticed this. The back-up camera is just to check for tricycles or not-so visible children behind the car before backing. It's not for cross traffic or meant to be photographic quality. BTW, is the picture quality superior in a comparable car?
I get what everyone is saying about the camera just being needed for small children, pets and such, but isn't that what they are for on all cars? Every other camera I've seen ( on all makes & models)'has a clearer picture than my RX, even a Rav 4 has a better camera.
12-24-14, 02:25 PM
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12-24-14, 02:47 PM
#43
Same here in Washington. Parallel parking is a required part of the driving test.
I actually don't use the guidelines when parallel parking, as I don't find them useful in that application. Where I find them useful is in backing in to a normal spot. This is hardly challenging without the lines, but I do find that they help to get centered and straight, quicker and easier than without the lines. So I do agree that they are not necessary, I do, however, find them to be a nice and useful added feature.
I actually don't use the guidelines when parallel parking, as I don't find them useful in that application. Where I find them useful is in backing in to a normal spot. This is hardly challenging without the lines, but I do find that they help to get centered and straight, quicker and easier than without the lines. So I do agree that they are not necessary, I do, however, find them to be a nice and useful added feature.
12-24-14, 06:43 PM
#44
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If anyone would like a replacement camera, check the Pay It Forward thread.
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06-14-15, 07:39 AM
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Thanks for the info. I am a recent owner of an used 2011 RX350 w/ Navi & BU camera. I was disappointed when I didn't find the guidelines in the screen. Now I feel much better knowing that this seeming deficiency applies also to the later and new models.