MERCEDES C200 W203 | REVERSE CAMERA INSTALL GUIDE

[@Nitrous8]

​ @AutosNGizmos you showed us where you connected the black ground wire, but you did not show us where you connected the red power wire thats next to it on the wire that is on the red connector that connects to the camera

[@AutosNGizmos]

Yeah, sorry totally overlooked that one. I did use that red wire so in the interest of clarity, I have posted a photo showing where to connect it. Thanks for highlighting this. kzbin.infoUgkxV3Xr8AjSp4oONv9Ux5NMqZruuNCFuvek

[@Nitrous8]

@@AutosNGizmos thank you for your help! Great work!

[@coolcat23]

You put a lot of effort into producing this video and it contains a lot of very useful information. Thank you!

[@AutosNGizmos]

Thanks CoolCat! Much appreciated 😊

[@SkylahSengvilay]

Thank you for sharing your video. I love it and did my DIY installation myself.

[@AutosNGizmos]

Hi Skylah, I’m glad this video helped with your DIY install 😊 Did you use a similar number-plate light mounted reverse camera for your install?

[@joshirockz]

Thanks for this video, followed the exact instructions and completed my installation on c200 Kompressor. If in future could you make a video on how to upgrade the woofer in the rear boot. Thank you

[@AutosNGizmos]

Hi JOSHI, I’m glad this was helpful. I will certainly add this to my long list of DIY project for this car, thanks for the idea 👍

[@wilsonk]

good sharing my friend…watching from Malaysia

[@AutosNGizmos]

Thanks and welcome Wilson! Much appreciated 😊

[@thermoclash4801]

Nice and clear. Defo this will be my holiday project

[@AutosNGizmos]

Thanks Thermoclash. Good luck with your project 👍

[@neilsjmcmahon]

Wow. Seriously detailed tutorial

[@AutosNGizmos]

Hi Lionsharz, Thanks a lot 😊

[@wilsonk]

nice sharing my friend..watching from malaysia

[@AutosNGizmos]

Thanks Wilson 😊

[@maztod3664]

This is very good video and very informative love the demo and the patient work you put into it. Sending support here to you idol learning lots thank you for this. #mazmc

[@AutosNGizmos]

Hi Marilyn thanks for supporting this channel and I’m glad you find my videos helpful. I really appreciate your feedback!

[@patrickre4967]

Great Video thank you!

[@AutosNGizmos]

You’re welcome Patrick. Thanks for watching!

[@barisak718]

Thnx for this video very good instruction

[@AutosNGizmos]

No worries Nba. Glad it was helpful! 👍

[@barisak718]

@@AutosNGizmos Just one thing I have a loss of image quality and shake when I turn on the engine. However, I have everything fixed when the engine and has the excellent image freeze, what can it be?

[@AutosNGizmos]

@@barisak718 Are you referring to the image shake of your Android headunit screen when the engine starts up or are you referring to the image shake of the video from the reverse camera when you start the engine?

[@MrElson644]

Great detailed video! Do you have a link to the camera mount? I couldn’t find it anywhere on the market.

[@AutosNGizmos]

Hello MrElston644, thanks for watching the video. Regarding the product link, you can try this new affiliate link. Just make sure you check the dimensions on your number plate light cover and get the option that match yours. I think its either option 3 or 4. s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mMLhTWu Please note since this is my affiliate link, I may get a small commission from Aliexpress if you make a purchase. Thanks if you end up making a purchase. It helps me keep the channel running😊

[@tarunarya1780]

Really enjoyed this video, which was useful for lots beyond camera installation. Thanks. Was wanting to actually fold down the seats in a w203 without this option. I figured out the latches on the back of the rear seat (with a vertical flat bladed screw driver going to the r side of the hole in the golden metal and levering the black metal behind this orifice to the left ) but was not sure what was stopping the seats folding forward. Was looking for rear door trim removal or other insights. Any help appreciated.

[@AutosNGizmos]

Hi Tarun, I’m afraid the question you are asking is beyond my capability so I’m unable to provide you with any useful answer :(

[@tarunarya1780]

@@AutosNGizmos Thanks, for replying

[@cibbiking]

awesome thank you

[@AutosNGizmos]

Thanks for watching the video Ali! 😊

[@twtwewtwt2962]

Hello, why de camera connects in the brown cable in the decoder and not in the cables with the rca yellow?

[@AutosNGizmos]

It’s been ages since I did this and I might have tested those wires and they probably registered 0v when I put the car in reverse. Or maybe it did I just didn’t test it. But good pick-up. Thats probably the first priority and the canbus brown wire second…

[@twtwewtwt2962]

@@AutosNGizmos finally I use the brown wire and all work correctly, thanks for the video:)

[@Mein_Name_ist_Greshnik.]

Лайк с меня.Я просмотрел твоё первое видео и все понятно,но в этом видео в начале я запутался🥴🥴🥴Объясни пожалуйста обязательно обрезать,обжимать провода чтобы подключить камеру заднего вида и антенны 4g и WIFE и навигатор???для меня это сложновато.Возможно это сделать с помощью того что идёт в комплекте с радио???За ранее спасибо!

[@AutosNGizmos]

The first part of the video is just me connecting the red wire from the Video jack into the reverse camera trigger (brown) wire coming from the CANBUS decoder. I might have overcomplicated it but you can also use a simple wire-tap instead of the JST connector Первая часть видео - это просто я подключаю красный провод от видеоразъема к триггеру обратной камеры (коричневый), идущему от декодера CANBUS. Возможно, я слишком усложнил это, но вы также можете использовать простой проводной кран вместо разъема JST

[@JanAuregaNavratil]

Thanks for the video ! awsome work. btw how does the light looks? isnt the camera in the way of light for the license plate?

[@AutosNGizmos]

Hi Jan, Yes the camera blocks part of the illumination on that side of the license plate. There is a photo I’ve included towards the end of the video at 51:21 showing the slight shadow it cast.

[@JanAuregaNavratil]

@@AutosNGizmos ah, thanks. I miss that. Its ok!!!

[@AutosNGizmos]

Yeah it was on screen only for a split second. Blink and you’ll miss it 😁 Thanks for supporting the channel by the way. Much appreciated!

[@paulelliott1887]

Although I have a wagon video was very helpful. But how did you fix the camera to the license plate lens?

[@AutosNGizmos]

Hi Paul, The reverse camera in this video comes attached with its own light cover. You then take the old cover out and replace it with this new one. Cheers!

[@jonas3909]

Did you put the red wire from the camera voltage on the reverse light to get 12 volt. Because in the video you only put ground on the car but Not the 12 volt on the red wire from the camera. And Do you know if it is necessary to Connect the red wire from the yellow chinch to 12 volt if you have an radio from asure

[@AutosNGizmos]

Hi Jonas, thanks for watching this video, I really appreciate it. To answer your question, I didn’t use the reverse light from the car to get 12v. I got it from the Canbus decoder, since it also needs to send power to the headunit as a signal to tell it to show the reverse camera video feed. The red wires on either side of the video cable are actually connected so if one end is connected to 12v, the other end would be too. This is how I sent 12v power to the reverse camera. I chose to do it this way because it might trigger canbus errors. I actually another video how to wire a reverse camera. You can watch it here 👉kzbin.info/www/bejne/fp7MmamqfZhpj9k I’m not familiar with the headunit from asure, but one thing I would say is that if your headunit already switches to the reverse camera video feed when you put your car in reverse, then you can probably get the 12v directly from the headunit to power up the reverse camera (assuming you know which wire to use). If you don’t, then your other option is to tap into the reverse light. If you find this video helpful, please don’t forget to give this video a like or subscribe to the channel. Cheers 😊

[@luxolondzandzeka5030]

Nicely done brother and also good explanation, where are at in JHB? I also wanna upgrade nine.

[@AutosNGizmos]

Thanks Luxolo. What’s JHB by the way?

[@luxolondzandzeka5030]

Johannesburg (JHB) it's one of the city in South Africa... Clearly you not near.

[@ej088]

which wire or what colour is the reverse light live wire to connect the camera to for power on the w203? thanks in advance

[@AutosNGizmos]

Hi Eajaz, In my case, I used the brown wire from the CANBUS decoder because when i tested it, it produced 12v when I put the car in reverse. I suggest you test it the same way I did to confirm which wire it is you need to tap into because the wire might not be brown on your CANBUS decoder. You will need a multi-tester for this before you can test.

[@tokata_music]

Hey just wondering when you connected the wires i saw that you used some kind of connector, and in my mind would it be wrong to use pinch connector(its a connector that pinches the wire and cuts threw it thill it has connection) or i need to do it like you?

[@DeelitefulJestr]

Does the camera still operate fine wiring it this way? im just worried pulling higher current through the canbus decoder will result in it overheating overtime and to stop working

[@AutosNGizmos]

Hi DeelitefulJestr, Yes the system seems to be stable even after almost 2 years of use. Unique thing about the reverse camera is that you only use it for a very short amount of time and the camera doesn’t seem to demand an excessive amount of current that the canbus decoder can’t provide.

[@DeelitefulJestr]

@@AutosNGizmos I have a unit I purchased and I’m worried about wiring it like this knowing the can bus decoder isn’t build for it but if u say it’s been fine I guess it’s fine haha

[@AutosNGizmos]

I was tossing between wiring it using the reverse camera light or canbus actually. In the end, I chose the canbus. Do you also have a C200?

[@chrisroselli7456]

What is the brand and P/N of the camera? I bought one and the lens was not the right size. Seems all are the same on the market and do not fit my 2005 C230. The one in this video is the correct one.

[@AutosNGizmos]

Hi Chris, I bought this camera from ebay (You can use my affiliate link: ebay.us/iw8OiI). When placing the order, you have to specify the shape of the number plate light cover (I think there are 3-4 options) so you need to have a look at your existing number plate light cover and determine which of the option will fit your car.

[@imraniftikhar6967]

For last few days my reverse camera is giving inverted picture. What could be wrong and how to rectify. Thanks

[@AutosNGizmos]

Hi Imran, That is strange. I checked the firmware setting and it doesn’t seem to have something that would cause the image to be inverted. Perhaps there is a setting within the reverse camera app itself? Maybe when the reverse camera is projected on the screen, try tapping on the display and check if there are icons that control how the image is shown on the screen…

[@imraniftikhar6967]

@@AutosNGizmos thanks . Will try that

[@zabiddin]

This all wired up and worked aside from the display on the monitor. Its showing grey and very blurry. Any idea why that could be?

[@AutosNGizmos]

Hi zabiddin, if it’s grey and blurry, it sounds like the camera is out of focus. Unfortunately I am not aware how to adjust the camera focus so you might need to reach out to the seller separately. It might be a defective product. However if this was me, I’d find a way to connect this camera directly to a 12v power source and output the video to a monitor (i.e. TV). WARNING - please be careful when performing this test as you could destroy the reverse camera if you plugged it incorrectly. If the video quality is also poor (grey and blurry) from the manual connection test, then it is definitely a camera issue. If the video quality is clear, there might be some interference with the wiring in the car. Start by checking it is receiving enough voltage using a multimeter. I hope this information is helpful.

[@zabiddin]

@Autos N Gizmos Hi, Sorry I forgot to update this thread. I tried this with 3 different cameras and had the same issue. I resolved this by looking at the display format in the Factory Settings. It was set to AHD or something similar. I changed it to NTSC/PAL and it worked fine! Additional query though. Any idea on best placement? The reversing guide lines are off centre. Is their any setting within the Factory Setting that can correct this?

[@thjn23]

Did you manage to install the usb-cables nicer for the new android unit? You were talking about it in the installation video. Interested of doing this by myself but not sure if i should sacrifice the wood trim or use for example the coin holder to fit some usb-female connectors there

[@AutosNGizmos]

Hi F.Hamer, unfortunately I haven’t get to that yet because I’m currently working on the Dashcam installation right now. But I agree with you and come to think of it, I also don’t want to sacrifice the wood trim just to add the USB port. It’s probably also not a good spot for it in case there are any coffee spillage. Worst case, I might just get an extended USB cable and route it all the way to the centre armrest. I will continue searching for a good USB port and I’ll let you know what I come up with. I hope you also let me know what you decide to do. Cheers!

[@thjn23]

@@AutosNGizmos i think i'll use the coin holder next to the cup holder compartment or maybe the arm rest. I like to be able to hide mods and keep things lookin (relatively) stock. Also one thing i've had in my mind is modifying 12v wireless charging to the arm rest bottom. But then again this doesn't have that much usage if i anyway have to have wired android auto connection...

[@coolcat23]

@F.Hamer Two good places for USB ports are: 1. Armrest (replace the old CTEL phone cable, if there is one) and 2. glove box. I replaced the AUX connector in the glove box with a USB port. I had to modify the female USB jack so that it fit into the tight space to the left of the glove box but am very happy with the result.

[@dittusslp3661]

I don’t know we’re u get the connection for the ground. You don’t show it in this video and you don’t talk about it in the wire video. Is it even necessary to connected it to the ground? I hope you can help me.

[@AutosNGizmos]

@@dittusslp3661 Hi Dittus, Yes it’s important to connect the reverse camera power to ground. If you skip through 20:57 mark, that is when I tapped the ground wire into the car’s grounding point. That ground wire directly feeds in to the power jack for the camera. I should have explicitly said this in the video.

[@leechihwei3140]

You have made black wire and connected with left side of car body (ground) in this video time 22:40. Where is another red wire (positive) connect with ? Thank you

[@AutosNGizmos]

Hi Lee, the red wire is connected to the 12v input of the reverse camera which in turn, is connected to the 12v reverse camera trigger on the headunit. There is another video in my channel that talks about the wiring method I used in this video and you can watch that video in this link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fp7MmamqfZhpj9k I hope I have answered your question. Feel free to reach out again if your need further clarification/s.

[@leechihwei3140]

@@AutosNGizmos Thank you

[@arbeetee8897]

This is a slightly destructive installation. I’m interested to find out if a non-destructive reverse camera for the W203 (not including those wireless cameras) is available out there. Please let me know if you come across one.

[@AutosNGizmos]

Sure will let you know if I find a better one. I also want to redo this one just it’s a cleaner install.

[@neilsjmcmahon]

It's difficult. Not cutting it destroying anything at all really depends on your vehicle having a bootlid that already has scope for a camera. The W203 does not (at least not in UK models)

[@giz644.]

Lol the GROUNDING points are... F%#king mental. Just save yourself alot of time and go directly to the 10mm. Especially if your testing.

[@AutosNGizmos]

Yeah, I took the 12v signal from the headunit and used the car’s ground point for this installatoon. No compromises here 😅

[@giz644.]

@@AutosNGizmos which one is the factory ACC v12? I had to put the camera, the reverse monitor and the FM expender all spliced from the factory Constant v12! LOLOL I'm getting so much interference on the Monitor.

[@giz644.]

@@AutosNGizmos iv got the constant just need the 12 for accessory. I think I'll just grab it from the cigarette. Thanks man

[@queenstara8562]

그옆에 붙여야지 왜등에?

[@AutosNGizmos]

I did not see any other camera that will fit the boot release handle 부트 릴리스 핸들에 맞는 다른 카메라는 못 봤어