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rasjad · 04-09-2015, 07:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Mvaug45

I got a Summers Wide View, works great. Really good color monitor and you can have up to 4 cameras. I just hook it to my back window latch and it gives me just what I need. Powered it by an inverter in the trailer.

Summer Infant - Baby Video Monitors

Does the baby monitoring system allow you to "reverse" the image as if you're looking in the rear view mirror? If not, does the non-reversed image throw you off?

Mvaug45 · 04-09-2015, 10:54 AM

It is non-reversed and takes a little getting used to. I labeled my monitor Driver and Pass that helps to remind me. It's just another tool to let me know what's back there.

zinodog · 05-13-2015, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by moosetags

We also use a Voyager. It is pricey, but it works.

Brian

So, I bought a Voyager last week after thought of thought.
Now what?
where can I put it? Would you share the picture of Voyager?

zinodog · 05-13-2015, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by acstokes

mrprez,

I'm not trying to convince you to buy my iPhone camera system, only that I've seen and heard of folks investing a lot of time and effort installing a "home-grown" system using cheap components that end up being dissatisfied with the results.

A wired backup camera is one thing, but a wireless rear view mirror camera system is a whole different animal. Just saying.

I've got a Voyager system.
Where can I install and how to get power for the camera.
I have 2014 27 FB international

SteveSueMac · 05-14-2015, 04:39 AM

Zino - typically the Voyager camera would be installed near the center clearance light on the rear and tapped in to that light for power (requires you do drive with lights on at all times).

We had ours done at the mothership - couldn't bear do drill in to it myself 😃

Tincampers · 05-14-2015, 04:40 AM

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Originally Posted by SteveSueMac

Zino - typically the Voyager camera would be installed near the center clearance light on the rear and tapped in to that light for power (requires you do drive with lights on at all times).

We had ours done at the mothership - couldn't bear do drill in to it myself 😃

Did you buy your system from AS in JC or did you already have one when you arrived at JC?

SteveSueMac · 05-14-2015, 05:59 AM

When we went last year for some warranty work and the recliner conversion they had a free installation offer we took advantage of. They had them there.

Msmoto · 05-14-2015, 02:42 PM

@zinodog

I sent to you an email with photos of the camera and the monitor in the cab. If you did not receive these, let me know.

switz · 05-15-2015, 08:46 AM

We took power for the Voyager camera from the light under the street side roof locker above the twin bed. We put a rocker switch with LED inside the locker to show when it is powered on.

openroad118 · 05-15-2015, 10:01 AM

I think the biggest security issue at night is not seeing who is outside or knocking on the door. Any ideas in using a wireless camera with a temporary mount facing the door that would broadcast to monitor inside? This would be removed before travel. What problems would be involved?

IdahoStat · 05-24-2015, 06:45 PM

The prior mention of the baby monitor which can support 4 cameras, then maybe using a clip to awning or if no awning them 3M foam tape ( yes you will have to renew/replace it ) with either velcro or a magnet/metal fender washer on either the AS skin and base of the camera which ever works for you. If hard power is an issue ( some cameras are AC ) look for the battery powered camera and portable monitor. Another set of batteries to recharge.

kscherzi · 05-25-2015, 08:31 PM

Is the Voyager camera useful for backing into a campsite, or just seeing who's on the road behind you?

SteveSueMac · 05-25-2015, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by kscherzi

Is the Voyager camera useful for backing into a campsite, or just seeing who's on the road behind you?

Mirrors and a spotter are more helpful to me for backing up though there is some value in seeing behind the trailer any time and in backing up, turn up the volume so the spotter's voice can be heard that way.

As a wider rear view on the road it can't be beat. Very happy we got it.

ghaynes755 · 05-26-2015, 09:09 AM

I use mine all the time for the backing process. I do a fair amount of solo camping. During the initial maneuvering I use the mirrors and Mark II eyeballs from the drivers spot. Voyager gets a few glances. Once I am centered and aligned I use it to determine my stopping point. That works well.

Mine is tilted so that in the bottom left and right corners of the screen I just see the edges of the end of the bumpers. And with a bit of learning it's easy to get within 3 feet of the rear bumper and stop.

On the road besides what's behind you I like it during a passing phase. Once I can see the other vehicle in the Voyager I know I have cleared them and can start moving back into the non passing lane. Invaluable.

TRIPPPIN · 06-03-2015, 07:19 AM

Hello, I purchased the Voyager system yesterday and would like to see exactly where the camera is placed at the rear of the AS. I have a 25FB EB. Also does that position allow view of the entire rear bumper area for backing up at the same time still work well for a "rear view mirror" for highway travel?

ghaynes755 · 06-04-2015, 10:09 AM

Mine is about 6-8 inches below the center running light. Tech pulled power by pulling the running light and running the Voyager power up the inside wall and connecting into the power for the light. While driving turn on the lights on the TV and the camera is powered.

I have mine tilted and can just see the ends of the rear bumper in the lower left and right corners of the screen. Can't see directly down on the bumper but can get close enough backing up. At the top I see just above the horizon line so seeing upcoming traffic or traffic I have just passed works great.

dznf0g · 06-04-2015, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by ghaynes755

Mine is about 6-8 inches below the center running light. Tech pulled power by pulling the running light and running the Voyager power up the inside wall and connecting into the power for the light. While driving turn on the lights on the TV and the camera is powered.

I have mine tilted and can just see the ends of the rear bumper in the lower left and right corners of the screen. Can't see directly down on the bumper but can get close enough backing up. At the top I see just above the horizon line so seeing upcoming traffic or traffic I have just passed works great.

Ditto to everything said here.