Like many others I was wanting a front parking camera for my Plaid, for the obvious reason of not damaging the front lip. After doing some research I found the following and am thrilled with results. For $150 bucks and a no wires to run 15 minute install I couldn't be happier.
First, no wires to run, its wireless and install literally took 15 minutes. The camera has a battery in it, and according to manufacturer and reviews lasts about 2 months, with 2-3 uses a day. I won't use it that much so if I get 2 months between charges I will be perfectly happy. (I did not opt for the solar panel, not needed IMO). To charge, there is a cap on the end of the camera to pop off and a micro usb port.
I mounted the camera with two zip ties to the grill in the front. It is only visible when bending down to look for it. See pics. As for the monitor, its plugs into the 12V socket in the center console. Press a button on the side and it turns on for 45 seconds then automatically shuts off. It can be configured for 45, 60 or 90 seconds, I chose the shortest as its plenty of time when pulling up to a curb / parking space.
The picture quality is fine for what it is, its not 4k or HD but definitely high enough resolution for the job. Simply press the button on the side of the monitor and the pic pops right up. You can adjust the angle of the lens by rotating it on the camera and you can also adjust the angle of the red/yellow/green parking indicators, or turn them off if you prefer. I set the indicator to have the red line up with the leading edge of the front lip.
Sure, this should come from the factory, but given that it doesn't I went this route = slide open my center console, hit one button, take a peek at the monitor and I'm done.
Here is a link to it on amazon. I am not affiliated with this company, nor do I receive any compensation for referrals, simply a happy customer.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08Y6R6DCD/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1 There is a $40 coupon right now making it $149.
I also opted for the $15.99 protection plan so if it craps out in the next 2 years I get my money back or a replacement.
Let me know if you have any questions or a better solution.
First, no wires to run, its wireless and install literally took 15 minutes. The camera has a battery in it, and according to manufacturer and reviews lasts about 2 months, with 2-3 uses a day. I won't use it that much so if I get 2 months between charges I will be perfectly happy. (I did not opt for the solar panel, not needed IMO). To charge, there is a cap on the end of the camera to pop off and a micro usb port.
I mounted the camera with two zip ties to the grill in the front. It is only visible when bending down to look for it. See pics. As for the monitor, its plugs into the 12V socket in the center console. Press a button on the side and it turns on for 45 seconds then automatically shuts off. It can be configured for 45, 60 or 90 seconds, I chose the shortest as its plenty of time when pulling up to a curb / parking space.
The picture quality is fine for what it is, its not 4k or HD but definitely high enough resolution for the job. Simply press the button on the side of the monitor and the pic pops right up. You can adjust the angle of the lens by rotating it on the camera and you can also adjust the angle of the red/yellow/green parking indicators, or turn them off if you prefer. I set the indicator to have the red line up with the leading edge of the front lip.
Sure, this should come from the factory, but given that it doesn't I went this route = slide open my center console, hit one button, take a peek at the monitor and I'm done.
Here is a link to it on amazon. I am not affiliated with this company, nor do I receive any compensation for referrals, simply a happy customer.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08Y6R6DCD/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1 There is a $40 coupon right now making it $149.
I also opted for the $15.99 protection plan so if it craps out in the next 2 years I get my money back or a replacement.
Let me know if you have any questions or a better solution.
