Mercedes W204 C Class How to Install Back Up Reverse Camera COMAND Command APS Navigation

[@davidlymn]

Hi Scott Good news. I got enough charge in the battery to crank the motor. I then decided to go for a drive to charge on the alternator and to check that everything was operating. When I put the car in reverse, up popped the rear camera view! All is working to plan. I've put the charger back on just to get everything topped up. We are very happy to do this job. $40 with all parts, wire connectors etc With your videos to follow, the job was easy. I don't think I''ll ever notice that I can't watch videos on my ipad in the glove box (if that was what the extra cable was) Thanks again for your excellent videos. A true socialising of technology leading to the saving of a fortune

[@donston71]

Hi Mr. Elliott, I just wanted to write you a HUGE thank you for posting your videos. After watching your video about 10 times and your video about removing the COMMAND Navigation Head Unit about 10 times, I ordered a back up camera with the adapter. I carefully followed your instructions and after everything was done and put back together, I started the car, put it in reverse and what a wonderful site, a bright, clear view of at least 20 feet or maybe more appeared on my screen. I cannot say thank you enough. I do not understand why Mercedes did not include this as standard equipment on these cars. It literally cost me $40 US, plus my time, which was about 2 hours. I would never have attempted it, had I not came across your videos. Thanks again, Don - USA - 2010 C300 Sport

[@ScottElliott152]

Thnks Don ... glad I could help you save some serious money. I can't understand how Mercedes can charge over $US1000 for the same thing!

[@sproggyvip]

Hi Scott, Just a quick thank you. I ordered the parts from Hong Kong, which took 3-4 weeks, and then followed your instructions. They were easy to follow and it all worked perfectly first time & took about an hour. Cost me no more than £70 including the import duty. A tremendous saving on the dealership prices. Thanks for taking the time to post this video and responding to my previous message. Really appreciated. Thanks.

[@manjimenez97]

Scott, I finally had time to install the back-up camera in my 2011 W204. I followed the steps in your video and the camera works perfectly! I decided to fish the cable through the driver's side (LH drive) as you recommended and it was very easy so I would recommend anyone else doing this to go the same way. The only drawback is that the iPod connection cable also uses the Aux input so to install the camera I had to lose the iPod interface. I hardly used it so no big deal. Thank you so much for your videos, they are so helpful to all of us who like to tinker with our cars!

[@ScottElliott152]

Manny thanks for your kind words. Good news you've got the camera up and running. Long live the Tinkerers! Kind regards, Scott

[@markormerod9559]

Dear Mr Scott52 I've just installed a reverse camera into my 2008 C280, Uk based and assembled in Germany. The engineering menu differed slightly to yours but was simple enough to activate. Your video was a great help and made the process rather simple. A big thank you! Cheers

[@ScottElliott152]

Thanks for your kind words Mark. I'm pleased I was able to help you beat the system and take control. Paying the equivalent of 700 pounds for a reverse camera system is highway robbery of the first order. My $AUD25 high definition camera is still performing faultlessly. As I've said before you don't build wealth handing over vast sums of cash to car dealers/repairers to do what is often very straight forward work. Kind regards, Scott

[@horstklos]

Thanks for this most helpful post (as well as how to remove the COMMAND unit). I followed your instructions to the letter and VOILA - it worked. My only initial problem was with the 1st camera I put in - type CMOS and PAL encoding. I got a picture on the screen but with wavy lines. I then researched a little and ordered a CCD camera with NTSC encoding - everything is perfect. With the cost of 2 cameras and the FAKRA cable, the whole job still came in at under NZ$ 100,00! MB here told me that on my model it was not possible to install a camera - little do they know! Happy camper here in NZ. Thanks a ton Scott!!!

[@ScottElliott152]

That's great news. I think I say in the video MB here wanted about $1400 but said they didn't want to do it because they'd had too many problems! I'm going to end up on a Mercedes black list for sure. Kind regards, Scott

[@alexhatcher2904]

Once again, MrScott52, you have made my ownership of the W204 Mercedes Benz even more enjoyable. Not to long after I repaired the broken stem on my Command control knob (thanks to your video), I ordered all the right products from China (thanks to your video), and installed a rear view camera in my 2008 C-300 (thanks to your video)! It's like Christmas morning! Back up camera after owning the vehicle for 5 years. Nirvana!! Thanks MrScott for your very informative videos!!

[@ScottElliott152]

Thanks for your kind words Alex.

[@ScottElliott152]

Johnny thanks for your kind words. I do appreciate it. The light in the camera fitting is fine and throws plenty of light for the plate. It maybe slightly less than the other fitting but the plate is well illuminated in total. Good luck with the project. Remember to take your time and you shouldn't have any issues. regards, Scott

[@popstar141]

HI, an update to previous post. All working OK now. I did not realize that the Aux Video option had also to be set as "ON" in the engineering menu. Thank you again for your excellent videos.

[@TheShaft585]

I just want to give you a great thanks for your amazingly pedagogical videos! I just installed my rear view camera on my C200 -08 and it works perfectly! Thanks to your videos the job and the installation was easy too! I actually ran the cable above the glovebox, without having to remove it. I simply just removed the outer piece (the piece near the door) and ran the cable through it with the help of a stiff wire. Many thanks!

[@ScottElliott152]

Thanks Shafik for your compliments. I'm pleased I could help out. It beats paying a small fortune at the MB dealer! We men must to take control again and start doing things ourselves like our forefathers in days gone by. If we don't we get ripped off. Kind regards, Scott

[@gadgetmenders]

It was a success! Thanks. I was worried the power wire wouldn't connect through the fuse right or the camera would arrive defective and I'd be troubleshooting endlessly, but it worked on the first attempt. Not sure how you figured out some of these steps like the locking tabs on the head unit and the engineering mode config but I'm glad you did. Cheers.

[@ScottElliott152]

Thanks for your kind words as I do appreciate them. I was just about to race off to the garage to see what firmware I have. You seem to have it all sorted now. Good luck with it. Scott

[@JoseMiranda-jd8se]

Scott Elliott I have a 2008 c350 i have the first gen radio no navigation will the backup camera still work

[@rogerhenderson3422]

If you were coming over for the GP I’d be happy to buy you a beer and you could have a look. I just checked, the AUX was OFF, with high hopes I followed your procedure above, but still no. Thanks for your patience, I still love your videos and will consult them before undertaking other projects on my lovely coupe. Cheers! Roger

[@ScottElliott152]

Roger it must be something under HU Parameter. Does DVD video work? Check if it's turned on under HU Paremeters. It's the next page.

[@ScottElliott152]

Roger if you give an email address I can send you photos of each of my HU Parameter screens so you can check yours is the same. Thanks for the beer offer. Last Motogp I attended was 2012. I'm due to go again.

[@ScottElliott152]

Thanks for the compliment. I'm not sure why quite a few people think it's very good. The only reason I can think of is because I try to explain what I'm doing as if you're standing next to me. I'm no Steven Spielberg as far as movie making goes! The link is in the You Tube description under the video. I just checked and it's there. It's not in the actual video but on the YT site if that makes sense. The camera comes as a complete fitting to replace the rego light. The globe goes straight in.

[@ScottElliott152]

Hi, There is a multi media cable that you can purchase on eBay quite cheaply that has a usb port, aux video input plus iPod etc. Sounds like you've got the iPod connection already. I've just posted a link in the video description to the camera I purchased as requested by another viewer. I don't know of anything else you can plug into the head unit. I'd highly recommend the camera as a safety feature and a very cheap upgrade. I've heard Mercedes may have changed the Eng. Menu on later cars.

[@ScottElliott152]

I'll have a look and get back to you. I would think the cigar point would be the best. If your handy with a soldering iron there will be a power supply going into the head unit you could tap into that may be easier to get to. Do you have soldering iron and a multi meter?

[@asoetan]

Mr Scott, thanks so much for the video, I own a 2008 MB C300, the Engineering mode is slightly different from the one shown in the video.After the initial setup, the video was not coming up even after activating "Reverse Camera = Installed & Video Aux = On". I switched off the the car and after 4 hours, for some strange reasons, it started working. Thanks a lot, muchly appreciated.

[@ScottElliott152]

Adewale Soetan well done installing your camera ... I hope it gave you a sense of satisfaction. It's relief it sorted itself out after 4 hours. I can't explain that one. I'd take a guess the COMAND had to "learn" it was there or it reset somehow. Kind regards, Scott

[@dallastemple3056]

Thanks for such great video. I saw your couple videos and successfully got installed rear view camera in 2008 C350 Mercedes. My MB C350 came with Navigation only. I ordered Fakra cable from ebay and wired camera. I enabled rear view camera from navigation's hidden menu. Cable cost $8.50, camera cost $18.99, paid $70 to get installed. You dont need anything except cable and camera. I ordered the following items from Ebay; 1) RCA female JACK to Y Fakra SMB E 6002 male female RG174 Splitter Combiner cable $8.50 2) Waterproof Car License Plate Rear View Video Backup Camera + 7 LED Night Vision $18.99 It work like factory installed rearview camera, work flawlessly. Camera result is amazing even in night. Everything cost me not even $100. Regards, Shan

[@ScottElliott152]

That's good news Shan, well done. You don't need to spend a small fortune to have a good quality reversing camera system. Regards, Scott

[@grahamquinlan100]

Hi Scott. Thanks or your previous reply. The job was very straight froward. I made the mistake of ignoring your instruction to wire into the 12 volt feed at No. 71. I wired to the reverse lamp wire given that my model uses incandescent bulb technology. When wired to the reverse lamp feed it worked fine until the engine was running - then the video just crapped out or flickered madly. I guess the CAN Bus send some sort of pulse signal so I reverted to your instruction and all is well. Anyway keep up with the tech videos. Cheers Graham

[@ScottElliott152]

If you have the COMAND APS you should only need to connect the Video cable to the green Fakra connector with the adaptor. I assume you have the camera mounted at the back and powered up from pin 71 in the rear fuse box. So the video signal is present at the HU all the time. When you go into the Engineering menu you tell it to show the video signal when reverse is selected.

[@ScottElliott152]

Good news. I worked out how to get the monitor out of the unit. It's very easy once you know what to do. I've mad a video and will be uploading soon.

[@ScottElliott152]

Tariq yes it will work. Access the Engineering Menu to see if you have the revers camera options. That will confirm for sure that you can do it. Regards, Scott

[@bosshtc]

Hi Scott yes the option is there in Engineering mode it says no backup camera installed. Only one thing I am afraid of by connecting the wires Earth and power, it may burn or damage the circuit board. Running a wire from back to front is easy....

[@ScottElliott152]

bosshtc You're worrying too much! But it is better to be cautious so you're a good risk manager. Connect the earth wire first. Fuse #71 has no power with the ignition off. See my recent comment in reply to a question about power connection from Rocawearkid2005.If you're really concerned you could always disconnect the battery before making any connections.

[@ScottElliott152]

bosshtc Strip about 5mm from the end of the wire. Remove the fuse and use a multimeter or test light to determine which socket is on the "other side of the fuse". To make it easy for you ... the fuse is horizontal and it's the blade closest to the rear of the car where the wire should go. That is you may as well have the fuse protecting the camera circuit. With the wire in the correct socket push the fuse back in and it will sandwich the wire in place. Look carefully at the video from 10.00 and you can see Fuse#71 with the wire coming out of the rear blade. So you pull the fuse, poke the wire into the socket where the rear blade was and put the fuse back in on top of the wire there by sandwiching the wire into the fuse socket. I can't explain it any better than that I'm afraid.

[@bosshtc]

Thank you so much. I have ordered the parts, I will give you an update once I install the camera. Thank you for saving lot of money for us.. Regards Tariq

[@ScottElliott152]

bosshtc Tariq I'm happy to help people not be ripped off. Please post a comment once you've done the project. I'll be interested to know how you go. Kind regards, Scott

[@nuddaaa]

Scott you rock. I have been scouring the net on how to remove the comand screen as I am changing (there is a permanent line going across the screen so I thought its worth giving a new screen a try). I'll see if I can take into the cigar lighter some how but a video would be much appreciated. By the way - Got the camera in today and your tutorial helped so much - thanks again.

[@ScottElliott152]

Finding a ground point is usually not an issue. You can always just find a screw into metal and connect to that. And of course you will be able to leave the wireless transmitter behind the glove box somewhere. Then I guess you will have to pull the AV cable through to the COMAND from the transmitter. Good luck with it all and take your time.

[@ScottElliott152]

Good on you for wanting to have a crack at doing the job. I'll put a link in the video description for the adaptor cable you will need. If you got any questions when you get going feel free to ask. The best way to tackle these projects is not be in a rush and do the planning and thinking first.

[@ScottElliott152]

Angel please read the comments on this video as I've covered the issues many times. Is your camera NTSC? Have you turned off the COMAND and rebooted. Have you connected to Fuse 71?. That's some of them.

[@ScottElliott152]

Angel ... thanks for checking it out. Isn't it disappointing when things are not done correctly? Was it a professional? The camera needs to be powered up all the time the car is on. The video signal is then present and is switched by the Comand when selecting reverse. The cut cable is strange. That maybe a dodgy connection. The best way to sort that out is to cut that piece out and install male & female RCA connectors to each end and plug them together. Hope these ideas help. Report back on your problem solving. Regards, Scott

[@ScottElliott152]

Thanks Dan. I'm not aware the guidelines are supposed to move with the steering. To my knowledge they're for gauging the distance. There's no setting in the Engineering menu or Xentry/DAS that I'm aware of. Regards, Scott

[@igoriakoven3665]

Thanks again! You are real champion! Yes, I've got W204 C320 CDI. I been thinking to do this for some time and your video got me on the right track. Thanks for inspiration!

[@ScottElliott152]

Hi Alfred, I've just put the link to the one I purchased in the video description as I can't put it here. It's going well and looks good on the 7" screen. Scott

[@ScottElliott152]

I had a good play around today and getting the screen out is not easy on the folding type we have. I tried all sorts of things but had no luck. I'm thinking fitting a generic LCD may not be easy. The whole unit may have to be dismantled but I haven't given up yet. What I may do is buy a broken unit cheaply on eBay and use that as the guinea pig. I don't want to break the one in my car. I've modified my screen unit removal video to show how to remove it from the car. It's uploading now.

[@altaf2317]

Thanks Scott that was very helpful. Had mine up and working in about 4 hours .

[@ScottElliott152]

Glad I could help.

[@theuddyrobaina7420]

Thanks is working already only need turn off the car and later is working perfect thanks for your help your videos help me a lot now i have a rear camera for a few dollars

[@hoppyeight]

Awesome video.! I installed a camera in my 2009 C63 today. Thanks to your videos finished in a couple hours and its working perfectly. I also had a fakra cable already plugged into the head unit. But I ordered the duel male/female into rca and was able to plug both of them in. Thanks again!

[@ScottElliott152]

***** That's good hear it all went well. Another successful DIY'er not being ripped off by the overpriced dealer quoted installations.

[@ScottElliott152]

Hi Silvia, NTSC is the one to get. Most of the cameras seem to support both formats anyway. Also your Engineering Menu will be slightly different compared to my 2009 but I gather there's still an option to activate a reverse camera. also make sure the AUX video input is turned on. Good luck with it and let us know how it goes. There's nothing wrong with the $30 tag light replacement cameras on eBay. They have a Sony CCD chip. Try to get the CCD not CMOS and the highest resolution. Mine has been performing faultlessly. Beats paying $1400. Kind regards, Scott

[@ghazimalik]

That was agreat demo and with clear instructions. Much obliged to you, Mr Scott.

[@ScottElliott152]

Thankyou Ghazi for your kind words. I'm glad it was helpful. Kind regards, Scott

[@nuddaaa]

Couple of tips: boot/trunk line clips - I pried them out using a plastic tool. I found the right way to do this is to pry out the OUTER part of the clip first then the rest of the housing. Hope this helps others. Other thing is the smoothing off of the camera housing. I know you show it in the clip but I couldnt see it. For others, here's a picture: h**p://i.imgur.c0m/pmvnw7V.png Simply use box cutters as Scott said to cut off bottom parts of ridge. It will then fit flush. Credit to Scott!

[@ScottElliott152]

I got the link ... thanks. The Merc Upgrade site is handy. If I was installing a wireless camera I'd take the power from the glove box power cigar socket as I think it's a safer option than cutting into wires behind the COMAND. I'm thinking once the COMAND and glove box are out you should be able to push a stiff wire through (like coat hanger wire) and then tape the electrical wire onto the end and pull it through. The GSXR600K7 is a good machine. Us Merc bikers have to look after each other.

[@johnnyfearlesszrx]

Just tried a camcorder with an NTSC output and it worked great so definately NTSC on my car, I did see some PAL reversing cameras online for the W204 2007 to 2011 so anyone buying a camera, beware of the NTSC/PAL issue.

[@warrenwalker6796]

johnnyfearlesszr

[@ScottElliott152]

I had a look behind the COMAND unit today and there is no 12V source switched to the ignition. I think the safest way to get power to the receiver for your wireless camera system would be to tap into the power cigar socket in the glove box. That is only active when the key is on. I may make another video of how to get to that. I've made another video today on how to remove the COMAND screen.

[@rogerhenderson3422]

Hi again Scott, I’ve been right through my installation. I have power (tested) from position 71, a good earth (tested ), cable through to HU via Fakra connector, been into the Engineering menu and selected SRVC, activated by Reverse, come back out via END, to find the “check entire surroundings” message and “BACK” over a black screen. It’s not in my nature to give up, but I’m close to it!

[@ScottElliott152]

ok. try the other camera options in the engineering menu (EM). Try both NTSC and PAL options in the EM. Also check the camera is providing a video signal by connecting the AV cable to another screen like a hand held video camera. Perhaps the camera isn't working. It's happened to other people who've watched this video. Also after making all connections turn the HU off and on again.

[@estavezrulito]

hey scott, I'm in Los angeles. ThanK you for the amazing informative video! really appreciate it. I've successfully Installed the reverse camera and it's working like magic. keep up the great work on the videos! cheers from the other side of the world!

[@ScottElliott152]

+estavezrulito Thanks ... I'm glad I could help out. It sure beats paying over a $1000 to have it installed.

[@estavezrulito]

+Scott Elliott oh yeah. they wanna charge 1400 for it.

[@The_McD]

@@estavezrulito -Whatttt - That is insane! This camera is not even HD.

[@estavezrulito]

@@The_McD yup. Exactly. They wanna make money I guess. Well.. it still works perfectly as of today. I have no complaints. I did exactly what Scott shown here. Cheers.

[@jalalhariri7265]

Hey Scott, thanks a lot for a very informative DIY video mate, fitted a reverse camera to my 2011 C250 without any problems at all. I think the hardest part of the whole install was taking off the dozen or so clips from the boot lining :) P.S. I am a rider myself as well. Oh, on my COMAND I already had a green AUX connector connected to a Multimedia cable in the glovebox, so the FAKRA adapter I purchased from eBay had 2 heads in it, one to plug into the back of COMAND and the other to use for the existing AUX connection plug.

[@ScottElliott152]

Glad I could help out a fellow rider :-)

[@ScottElliott152]

Hi Jesus ... I'm not familiar with the basic audio system (Audio 20 I understand). However, once in Engineering menu try this: Go to (option 7, sub menu 7) HU parameter, the camera might be under option 17. Three types will come up: SRVC, DRVM OR DRVM-psc. You may have to try all of these to see which works. The camera with the Sony CCD chip works on all these options.

[@reinierkraan825]

I'm trying to find the video on how to install the reverse camera to the aux plug on the head unit. what adapter is needed to do this and how. I found your video to install camera on trunk lid and power wiring ( very helpful, thanks )

[@ScottElliott152]

+Reinier Kraan kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqnNpGqNmJiHkK8

[@nuddaaa]

Thanks Scott. I've got both a soldering iron and mm. Instead of soldering, I have successfully used dual connecting blocks to piggy-back new connections onto existing. I did this when adding speakers in the SUV and it's been fine for many years. I did hear it's dangerous and can cause fires but I connected it very securely and then covered with electricians tape. Maybe I can do the same for power connection and ground? Thanks Scott!!

[@AbhishekAbhishek-bq8yj]

The video was really helpful in installing the camera. Thanks a lot. Only thing I have found weird in engineering mode is rear view camera doesn’t have SRVC or DRVC. It is only installed or not installed. And the camera is not working. Any suggestions.

[@ScottElliott152]

Thanks Abhishek ... yes other viewers have said their vehicles also had installed/not installed. After doing the settings in Engineering Mode and Systems you need to turn the car off and then on again to reboot the head unit. I recall there's also a setting in the Engineering Mode for PAL or NTSC which you may need to change depending on the camera.

[@MiguelAngeloGoncalves]

Hi Mr. Scott, I installed in my MB w205 of 2008 a rear camera according to your video that already thank you. The camera I bought has 4 LEDs that are always on. The question that I put and liked your opinion is if there is no way to turn on the camera so that the LEDs will only turn on when the March gear is engaged. I await your comment that I hope has your attention as a deep understander of our brand Regards, Miguel Ângelo

[@ScottElliott152]

That sounds like the power supply cable. I'm assuming you're talking about cables coming out of the camera?

[@ScottElliott152]

I can't get to that photo. I also put a small piece of packing at the back of the camera fitting ... the back being the closest to the front of the car ... to lift the lens slightly.

[@mirramil]

Thank you so much Scott. It was so helpful

[@treac894]

Starting to think its a faulty camera! Going to try a different one. I'll let you know how I get on. Thanks for all your help

[@ScottElliott152]

That's the next thing to try for sure. You'll get it sorted eventually.

[@blackninja3260]

Hello Mr. Scott, first of all I wanted to say "hi" from CA, USA and thank you for the great DIY videos you made. I followed your directions, didn't work at first thinking maybe I ordered the wrong fakra adapter (because mine was actually Green fakra "E" type instead of recommended "Z"). Anyway after couple days - out of the blue- it works. However, I have a problem, the backup camera goes on display only when my car is not in motion. It'll only display when it's in Video mode and not in R gear even though I checked the box in the Setting menu. Lastly, I think I know the answer but I was hoping you would know a work around this... when my car is in motion it'll show the "black screen with the warning note that video not display to prevent distraction". Do you think all these issues can be solve by getting the right female RCA plug to female fakra "Z" adapter? Once again, Thank you for all your time. I'm really appreciated. - Joseph

[@ScottElliott152]

+Joseph Nguyen Hi Joseph. I've been to CA and it's a top place. You're problem has me perplexed. You certainly need to have the correct RCA adapter cable so sort that out first. I've found the later model W204's with the COMAND do have different sub menus in the Engineering mode. It may require thorough investigation of the different setting under HU Parameters to get it right. My car was an August 2008 German build.

[@samuelbeattie141]

Just fitted camera very good video easy job with your help only snag i had was when i fitted all and installed on command black screen tested camera on tv was ok removed HU again to test cable was ok tested Faker cable no signal took it apart and found wire not soldered so no signal. Was new cable re soldered it my self and bingo all good Many thanks from here in N. ireland

[@Rocawearkid2005]

Hi Mr. Scott. Thanks so much for posting this video. I have ordered the parts and they have all come in but I am having trouble understanding how to connect the power wire to fuse #71. Do I strip the wire and wrap it around the fuse somehow? Please explain this process when you have the chance. Thanks so much for your time, it is really appreciated!

[@ScottElliott152]

Rocawearkid2005 Yes strip about 5mm from the end of the wire. Remove the fuse and use a multimeter to determine which socket is on the "other side of the fuse". Without the fuse one side will have 12V when the ignition is on. Poke the wire into the other side socket. That is you may as well have the fuse protecting the camera circuit. With the wire in the correct socket push the fuse back in and it will sandwich the wire in place.

[@Rocawearkid2005]

MrScott52 Finally decided to take the plunge yesterday and got it all set up. Works like a charm! Thanks again for your videos and time.

[@ScottElliott152]

Igor do you have the W204 model series or the model before W203? The NTSC should still work from what i can see if your COMAND is the same as I've got in my C320CDI here in Australia.

[@marjoriejones5768]

Mr. Scott, Thanks for responding. I have been searching MB forums for info about installing a back up camera, and it seems that I need to install a VIM(video in motion module) At this point, I going to install my camera and connect it and see what happens. I'll keep you posted.. Marge

[@ScottElliott152]

Thanks Marge. I didn't respond earlier because I've been in the remote Australian desert for two weeks driving a support 4wd for 7 off road motorcyclists doing the desert crossing. Benzworld.org is a good forum. I'm a member. There are a few threads about rear cameras for all models.

[@evanofelipe]

Hi Scott You may recall my car has Aux plug going into APS, where you connected FAKR plug, so I ordered an adapter to take video + stereo input from Aux extension in glove box. When I plugged camera into it and accordingly set up Comand Menu - I got nothing, except after selecting Aux in Comand, I got low buzzing sound. So as yet, still haven't been able to operate the camera. So I am now left with having to remove Aux input and replace it with suitable FAKR adaptor. Its a pity cos' I use Aux.

[@Fakestockguru]

Thanks for replying. Haven't installed it yet. The cable that goes to the comand has a yellow aux connector (looks like a male rca), there is a red cable about 6 inches long coming out of this connector. This is where im confused.

[@leoratelband6431]

Mister Scott Great video. It helped me a lot with my W204 2011 Avangarde I would only recommend thje us of a relay , Instead that the camera is Always on...pin 30 and 87 to mass and reverse signal as trigger. on pin 85 and 86the wire from pin 71 of the fusebox. . Greetings from Holland

[@ScottElliott152]

Thanks Leo. Yes that is on option for others to consider using.

[@ScottElliott152]

Leo I remember now why I wired it the way I did. I have the camera always on otherwise there's a delay when you select reverse gear as the camera has to boot up each time.

[@leoratelband6431]

I have a very little delay its in nano seconds I have the comand online system, (NTG 4.5) maybe that;s the reason. Thanks anyway

[@cyndiperrone-dreim2115]

Hi - Do I need to buy the RCA female JACK to Y Fakra pigtail for complete installation? How does it connect to multimedia unit? I found your instructions very helpful and easy to follow. thank you for all your work!

[@ScottElliott152]

Hi Cyndi ... yes you need to buy that adaptor cable. You can pick them up on eBay cheaply. Also have you watched the other video I made on how to remove the COMAND as that shows the adaptor and where to connect it? There's a green female Fakra socket on the back of the unit and you plug the male Fakra adaptor into that. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqnNpGqNmJiHkK8

[@milanstanic2402]

Hi Scott, hope you have been well. I am in the process of installing a reversing camera (following your instructional video very carefully) As already mentioned I am going a slight different tack and have installed the camera (non-number plate light type) slightly more right into an existing rectangular portal where the camera sits very well .At this stage fed the power feed cable into position (rear right hand side fuse cluster) for termination at a later stage . Anyway that part is complete and now I will start feeding the video signal cable towards the front of the car. The part where you feed the cable thru the back seat and under the trims right up the the removal fuse panel trim plate (Drivers right hand side)on the dash seems pretty straight forward. At this point just a bit lost on how to feed the cable further into the interior of the dash and over the steering wheel towards the Command module. My obvious question is how you did this? I would be guessing that you had to remove the bottom plastic trim panel from underneath the dash and then feed the cable thru, if so how do you remove this panel? I have taken off the passenger panel when I had to change the cabin filter, just wondering if it is as easy as that for the drivers side. Please advise.

[@evanofelipe]

Thanks again Scott, having come across your other video on the removal of Command APS I looked at this and its inspired me to fit a reversing camera, similar to yours. Great video, I have just ordered the Camera off Ebay and will see what its like when it arrives. I may be seeking some advice when I come to fit it, perhaps not as you appear to have covered the process well. Cheers

[@TheSammax]

I have 2015 Mercedes-Benz C180 (W204) Coupe, which doesn't come with a reverse camera. I shopped around for a aftermarket reverse camera and they're telling me it will cost $ 1200 - $ 1300 because it requires an interface module to make the head unit able to communicate with the aftermarket camera. I'm surprised that you were able to buy and install everything for just a few bucks. Very clever.

[@ScottElliott152]

There's a lot of misinformation out there ... possibly spread by Dealers. Does your C180 have the COMAND system with the flip out screen like mine? If so it's already set up for a reverse camera. I have a $20 eBay camera and it works fine.

[@TheSammax]

@@ScottElliott152 Thanks for that Scotty My car does have the COMAND system but it doesn't flip out, it's fixed in the centre of the dashboard, however a technician pulled it out very easy with his little hook and removed couple screws. Cheers

[@ScottElliott152]

@@TheSammax If you have the COMAND and navigation it should be ready for the reverse camera.

[@davidlymn]

Hi Scott Things could be going better. Got the head unit out and (eventually) got the video cable past the wheel and ready to install. Problem #1 there already was a thin cable in the fakra? socket. This headed off towards the glove box and so I assumed that it allowed me to play videos from an ipad connected to the glove box outlet.. I got this out and put in the fakra adaptor but it is jammed up tight on the antenna cable ( I think) plug. Turned off the system and waited for a few minutes. When I went back. The entire system wouldn't work. No electricity, nothing. Checked the battery; 11.1 volts. So now have it on the charger. I can only assume that having cabin lights on, etc drained the battery. I hope so. I am now charging the battery and will keep you informed

[@ScottElliott152]

Thanks David. You can only have a reverse camera or multi media cable in that socket. You can't have both. On later models you can. My fakra plug is jammed against that large connector

[@ScottElliott152]

Tariq ... How long have you been working on your back up camera ... it seems like weeks? I don't understand your current question. Have you installed the video cable from the head unit to the trunk? Have you installed the camera in place of one of the tag lights? If so you connect the camera to the end of the video cable in the trunk and you connect the other end of the video cable to the Fakra adaptor and plug it into the back of the head unit. If there's already a connection into the Fakra connector it's probably for an AUX video cable. You can either have AUX video or back up camera not both. So pull it out and connect the camera. Hope that helps you. I can't explain it in simpler terms. Did you make your own hook tools as I explained in the video? I thought I explained it clearly enough. I have to be careful with some questions received as I've had Mercedes dealers or people in the industry try to wind me up. I'm showing how simple some of these things are to DIY and certainly the dealers don't like it. Kind regards, Scott

[@tariqayoub9389]

hi Scott, yes i was trying to find the wire to pull the vent so finally i did it. so when I opened the head unit i saw green Fakra plug with black wire installed already.and wire is going somewhere which unable to trace yet..

[@ScottElliott152]

Tariq Ayoub Tariq ... if it's the input for AUX video it's probably going to the glove compartment. Regardless, if you want a back up camera you'll have to disconnect the current cable and connect your camera to that AUX input.As far as I know none of these cars were pre-wired for a back up camera however the head unit is programmed for it and only needs to be activated once your camera is in place. Maybe the cable is a previous owners attempt to install a camera ... who knows. Maybe it's a previous owners AUX video cable that's been routed to a little known access point. Regards, Scott

[@tariqayoub9389]

MrScott52 I think you are right, this is AUX cable most probably. But you know i have to buy a new FAKRA cable with shorter in height as FAKRA cable which I bought its plug is longer and hitting on the side silver cable plug on the head unit. Regards, Tariq

[@ScottElliott152]

Tariq Ayoub Tariq I used the straight type Fakra plug. What I did was pulled the silver plug out slightly, pushed the green Fakra plug into it's socket and then pushed the silver plug back in. Try that as it should fit. Regards, Scott

[@tariqayoub9389]

Hello Scott, Today finally I have tested the camera but screen was dark, I had noticed that I connected Power wire into Earth and Earth wire into Power, do you think that Camera may be damaged?? I have changed the wire to Power to Power and Earth to Earth, please advise........thanks

[@krishnagupta12]

hi scott..i followed your video until you get to the glove box after that i dont know where or how to connect the rca fakra cable in the comand unit....plz let me know if you have any video showing that or anyone else has a video on that..Thanks

[@ScottElliott152]

Hi Krishna ... There is another video I made on how to remove the COMAND head unit. You'll need to watch that as you have to pull it out to connect the FAKRA adaptor to the green AUX video output on the back. regards, Scott

[@mwi90]

Hi Scott, I need your help. I want to install a reversing camera for my new Mercedes e class coupe 2014 but don't know which camera to buy. I know there an allocated slot for the camera. My question is which camera do you think will fit. Thank you Excellent video

[@ScottElliott152]

wahidul islam I recommend a camera that replaces one of the tag lights.this should do it:@itm/FOR-MERCEDES-BENZ-C-E-Class-Car-CCD-Night-Vision-Backup-Parking-Rear-View-Camera-/251703110151?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3a9aacaa07

[@Havanero52]

Hello Scott... thanks for this video .I have question , I have C-250 2013 coming w/ the audi system coming w/ gps and in the radio is a pass said media........ can I instal reverse camara in my car or i need interface ? thanks

[@ScottElliott152]

+eddie larena eddie my understanding is you can. the engineering menu is different. Also the back of the head unit already has separate green fakra socket dedicated for a reverse camera.

[@peteryates8680]

Scott any chance you can explain how to undo the clips/studs holding the boot lining in place. May sound simple but I don't want to break any getting them out. Also how do you get panel off at front beside the drivers feet to get video wire up and behind the steering window? Small things I know but:)

[@Nosrocks]

Hi Scott, Conscious of the difference in time, and my apologies for troubling you. I had given up on the camera when I wrote to you for advice... 2 hours later, I start the car to take it for a spin here in sunny Colombo, Sri Lanka and to my surprise the camera works fine now.... really can't explain it...... On the other hand mate, how come you wired the red (+) wire to the #71 fuse, I reckon the power is going to be constantly on to the camera whenever I turn the key. Was wondering why you didn't just attach the red wire to the reverse light so that it comes on when I shirt to "R"......I'll leave that question to you to respond to on another day mate.... My Sunday wasn't so disappointing after all :-) Will send you some pics.... Cheers!

[@ScottElliott152]

Ahamed Aslam Ahamed it's no trouble for me. I enjoy helping people solve these problems especially when they're in other countries ... it's good for internatioanl relationships! I recall now after making the changes in the HU the car needs to be switched off and left for a short and then turned on for the HU to reboot and accept the changes. Glad it's working now. You must be pleased with your handy work. I'll put a note on the video about the reason for fuse #71. There's a delay when turning the camera on as that needs to boot up. The way the system works is the HU has the camera video signal present always and the signal is switched to the screen instantly you select reverse. You'll notice there's no delay when selecting reverse. If you have it connected to the reverse light feed the camera has to power up and it takes many seconds for the image to appear on the screen. Sometimes it doesn't work at all. Some pictures would be good as I'd like to see the different mounting position. Kind regards to you in sunny Sri Lanka, Scott

[@claudettebrown7970]

Thanks Scott, great video, my husband installed the camera over 2 year ago. It works great except had an annoying "check back license plate light" when backing up . This only happens when its dark or in a garage I am noticing. I now get another error check "front side marker lamp" I changed the bulb and no change. I checked the voltage and 12v is there in that socket. Any help can be helpful

[@claudettebrown7970]

+Claudette Brown It was a blown bulbs , he changed the bulbs and he reset system using the key some how.

[@robertjohn2249]

In the settings menu I have a spanner and a screwdriver no analogue clock. This didn't work on my car I can only get the camera working if I select AUX output and even then it's a fuzzy screen not clear. The camera selection appeared in my settings menu but doesn't activate in reverse with the R box ticked. Can only assume it's a software issue with my command unit.

[@roquemonteleone4428]

Hello Scott. Awesome video. Like all your others. I have done everything like in the video but I am getting a black screen when in reverse. Would you know what the problems is? Thank you in advanced. Also in the back of the head unit there was a Fakra already in but I put new one and put old cable into new and then rca coming from camera

[@ScottElliott152]

+roque monteleone roque please have a read through the comments as most issues have been covered. you will need to do the usual logical checks. Does the camera have power, is it sending a signal to the HU etc. Turn car off to reboot COMAND etc.

[@ScottElliott152]

Abdulla try the forum benzworld I'm not famiilar with the engineering mode for the non motorized screen. I will also do some searching and if I find something I will post a comment.

[@MIKEYZVLOGZ]

Hi scott i have a mm in the glove box and want to know is it true you can only have either the aux or the camera can i have both working at the same time with the use of a Y splitting cable similar like you used

[@ScottElliott152]

Yes that is true as there is only one AUX port. I would try a splitter cable as they are cheap. I'm sure it will work. Regards, Scott

[@MIKEYZVLOGZ]

thanks mate for your reply I'm from Melbourne also and ride an yzfR1 I like your videos and they have helped me a lot and saved me so much money thanks again and keep them coming

[@MIKEYZVLOGZ]

the cable you use is the Y splitter cable or is it different, in the sense that you can only use one or the other ? because the Y splitter you use has the other male which can plug into the female that come from the factory wiring, also did you just leave that unplugged completely after you installed your camera?

[@ScottElliott152]

Yes I left the other side unplugged. You can various fakra adapters and splitters on eBay so you'll be able rig up something to do what you want.

[@ScottElliott152]

Thanks for your kind words. I rode a 2011 R1 at Sepang Raceway. I was impressed. Very tractable power delivery like a twin.

[@waldo8993]

Hi Mr.Elliot I hope this meets you well and thanks for sharing. I was wondering if this works on my Mercedes Benz 2013 C300 4matic ?

[@ScottElliott152]

+Waleed Jarrad Waleed the camera will fit in place of the tag light. If you have the COMAND system it's different to the earlier models. I believe it has a dedicated input for a back up camera. The process to fit the camera and connect to the back of the head unit will be the same but I'm sure the Engineering menu is different. If you join www.benzworld.org you'll be able to find the relevant information. Regards, Scott

[@matthewzinn9948]

Thanks. Just took a second to reboot and show up. Now I have a new issue. The four small LED lights stay on all the time. I have it on fuse 71 but I think that's the cig lighter so it would be on all the time. Which fuse only works on reverse ?

[@matthewzinn9948]

I was thinking LEDs only come on when in reverse. They are really bright at night 😬

[@ScottElliott152]

The camera has to be booted up and on all the time hence use fuse # 71. The COMAND switches the video signal when you select reverse gear.

[@matthewzinn9948]

Right. Everything works great but mine has four small LEDs on the camera which stay on all of the time because the camera is connected to fuse 71. Not good. I guess I need to install a relay between the fuse 71 and the camera so the LEDs will only come on in reverse. I don't want them on all the time. May need to switch out back up camera if that doesn't work.

[@manjimenez97]

Great video. One question, my back seats fold forward so does that change the way you fish the wire through to the cabin? I also see you ran the wire through the driver's side, is it ok to go through the passenger side instead? My fuse box is on the passenger side of the car. Thanks for the help.

[@ScottElliott152]

Hi Manny, Thanks for your kind comment. I don't see the folding seat changing anything. Am I right in that the sides of seat are still fixed anyway? Either side for the cable is ok. I assume you car is LH drive? You may have to remove the glove box to get the cable through to the back of the head unit.

[@sproggyvip]

Thanks for posting this video. I was looking to install a camera to my W204 in the UK but thought it would be too expensive. I going to give this a try. Your link for the camera you used has disappeared. Have you got anymore details of the make & model so I can try and source one. The link for adapter cable still works ok. Many thanks.

[@ScottElliott152]

No problems putting up a video. I hate seeing us all being ripped off by dealers! This is the camera I purchased. It's not the same seller but it's the same camera. www.ebay.com.au/itm/Car-Rear-View-Reverse-HD-Back-up-Camera-design-for-Mercedes-Benz-E-C-Class-/171056962950?pt=AU_Gadgets&hash=item27d3ca1d86

[@Czer0001]

Hi Scott. It seems you had the factory camera, but maybe it failed for you to install a new aftermarket camera? Did you consider just replacing the existing camera and save all the additional wiring? My factory camera stopped sending video to the Command unit and seemingly died (or some fuse/wiring issue?). I'm hoping you can advise if it is possible to use the existing camera wiring and install a new aftermarket camera as that would save a lot of work. (Or at least test if the factory camera is dead or not?) Thanks in advance, CZ.

[@ScottElliott152]

+Con Zeritis Con you must have misread my video or I didn't explain properly. I didn't have the factory reverse camera. I was quoted about $AUD1500 and thought that was crazy. I bought the original camera and Fakra/RCA adapter cable on eBay for $30. I ran the cabling. That camera was working perfectly for a couple of years from memory but I noticed a higher definition version of the camera became available for about $25 so I bought it and swapped it over. The original cabling from my first installation was used. I don't know if the original wiring can be used. You'd have to remove the boot/trunk lining and see what's there to make the decision. I suspect it can although the connectors maybe different. There will be a power cable and a video signal cable. The HU end is probably ok as that's already connected. By the way the first camera is still going well in my W639 Vito van as after swapping it out from the W204 I stuck it in the van.

[@Czer0001]

Thanks Scott. I just thought I saw the original camera in your video. Cheers and keep up the great work. CZ.

[@popstar141]

HI, I have a 2008 W204 C280. I have purchased and installed the HD camera and Fakra connector as per your excellent videos, however, on setting up the Comand in engineering mode, I find that my options are different. I can select reversing camera installed, but no other options for video type exist, such as SRVC etc. Also after selecting "installed, and saving, no reversing camera appears in the System menu." Can you please advise what software/firmware version you have, thanks.

[@ikhwanwanmohdrubi7199]

can you do video on installation of 360 degree camera for w204

[@ScottElliott152]

If I ever have the need to fit a 360 camera I'll make a video.

[@jasperk7937]

hey Scott .thank you for the video. I've successfully installed the camera. and it is working fine besides a minor positioning issue of the camera which is non adjustable from the product design itself. it is working great. the original power cable from the camera Is a bit too short to reach the grounding point near the fuse box, bur I've added a nut and bolt and created a new ground point that is within reach,so I don't have to extend the ground cable . how do u learn about the function or purpose of fuse 71.? thank you again so much.

[@ScottElliott152]

+Nora Grossman ... Good work Nora and thanks for the compliment. i used my multimeter to check when Fuse 71 had power. It's only live when the ignition is on. I can't recall the circuit fuse 71 protects. The camera draws such little power I decided to use that circuit. The fuse card data is usually stored with the spare wheel. Have a look at that and it may tell what fuse 71 protects. You want that camera booted up and sending a signal to the COMAND whenever the car is on. It's the COMAND that switches the video signal to the screen when you select reverse. With the positioning I was able to use some small pieces of cable tie to wedge it upwards or downwards.

[@janevivica1282]

I did everything how you explain at the video, I bought the parts from your links, everything use to work perfect for couple of weeks. Suddenly when I put in reverse just show black screen. Advice please

[@otisjames946]

thank you i buy the night vision it have 4 led light works good but the light stay on and when i connect to point 71 so i put it on the reverse it just keep flickering when the engine start works good when engine is off 12 volt stay on once the car start on point 71 you think i need the camera with no light on it thank you

[@ScottElliott152]

otis James Hi ... yes a camera with no light is better as you don't need it. There's plenty of light from the reversing lights. Point 71 is the right place as you want power to the camera all the time when the ignition is on.

[@tariqayoub9389]

Hi Scott I had opened the head unit but I saw Fakra cable was already installed there but I didn't see the input plug in the trunk. Any advise. Thanks

[@ScottElliott152]

I've got them all working now. I'm interested in looking at the screen removal for my own benefit as well. Hopefully I'll be able to nut it out.

[@Mahuk440]

Hi Scott Great Video. Do you know if there's any instruction available for doing this on my 2005 ML350 ? Thanks.

[@Mahuk440]

Oh - and also a bluetooth connection for phone would be great :-)

[@ScottElliott152]

Stephan Olesen Hi Stephan. I'm not familiar with the 2005 ML350. Maybe join www.benzworld.org as there's lots of information on that forum. Someone may be able to help. Scott

[@mwi90]

Hi Scott, Do you need install a module for the reverse camera or wire it up to the reverse light?

[@ScottElliott152]

wahidul islam Hi Wahidul ... If you have Navigation and the COMAND system no you don't, Wire it to Fuse 71 as shown.

[@КаменГрозданов]

Hi Scott, regards for the your retrofit. I bought W204 with Comand NTG4 and I activate the reverse camera from the engineering menu, but when I press R, nothing happen. I checked the function on the Comand system settings. Where can be a problem?

[@ScottElliott152]

It's hard for me to say. Best to read through the comments as I've answered nearly every question. You need to do basic checks like is the camera working? Plug it into a video camera for example.

[@КаменГрозданов]

@@ScottElliott152First, thanks for the answer and second...now i'm not connect the camera (still not arived), but im thinking that must to see black screen when I press R gang

[@ScottElliott152]

The HU needs a video signal. Get your camera and everything else connected.

[@Fakestockguru]

On the head there are two connection i have to make, one to the video input and the other for the reverse detect wire, where does the reverse detect wire go? Thanks.

[@micaone11]

Dear Scott Thank you for a tremendous educational session. I have purchased a MB 2011 (new face lift C Class 250) however the car option list did not have a reversing camera. Do you have an instructional video (or know of a link) on how to install a reversing camera and wiring to the dash head monitor on this 'face lift' C-Class 250 May 2011 Mercedes Benz with the command monitor head unit built into the dash and not the 2010 W204 flip up dash head monitor that you have the instructional video of. i.e How to take the monitor out to place the wiring into the rear of the dash command monitor. Or is there an easier way with say wireless or similar. Thank you in advance.

[@chuansilviali]

Hi Mr. Scott, Thank you for your helpful video. I would like to install a camera on my 2013 C300 (Canadian model). I have navigation package on the car but just not the backup camera :(. I did a lot of research online but have not seen any tinkerers with a 2013 C-class. Also, I read the comments below and was wondering how should I find out if my car takes NTSC or PAL encodings? Or should I simply buy and try both? Thank you very much in advance!

[@cstppvi8564]

Silvia Li www.amazon.ca/Replacement-Reverse-Parking-Mercedes-C-Class/dp/B01FR3LVCA/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1488949253&sr=8-2&keywords=mercedes+backup+camera

[@ultrahidlights]

Hey Scott I have a question in regards to this camera install. I have a 2011 c300 non navi but it has a small screen. Could I still install a backup camera even if is not a navi system? Thank you

[@ScottElliott152]

Victor Ruiz My understanding is the basic Audio system won't take a camera without an additional aftermarket electronic module. Aftermarket touchscreen plug and play navigation/DVD etc units are now available for about $USD500. These are already set up for a back up camera. That's what I'd do. www.aliexpress.com/item/8-inch-HD-1080P-Car-DVD-Player-GPS-Navigation-for-Mercedes-Benz-C-Class-W204-C180/1410399536.html

[@bestreviewouthere6438]

do you think if i just buy a new camera and replace the one i have on my glk 350 i will see the diagram and alignment? or i need to do it from the head unit.

[@ScottElliott152]

You haven't described your problem so I'll assume your back up camera has stopped functioning. Replace the camera as they're very cheap on eBay. If that doesn't work it's a process of elimination.

[@bestreviewouthere6438]

@@ScottElliott152 No not exactly that, the camera works fine, day and night vision but it does not have the diagram to show the alignment so i dont know if i just need a camera that has the alignment with or i have to go deeper?

[@ScottElliott152]

@@bestreviewouthere6438 If I recall correctly the alignment lines are part of the camera software. I don't believe there's any setting in the head unit to add or subtract lines.

[@bestreviewouthere6438]

@@ScottElliott152 so replacing the camera should make it work right? if so do you have any link for a good camera that works has nightly vision and last quite long? and also thank for the quick reply !

[@ScottElliott152]

@@bestreviewouthere6438 I have one of these. There are thousands on eBay so check them out. www.ebay.com.au/itm/RCA-Rear-Reverse-Parking-Camera-for-Mercedes-Benz-E-C-Class-W204-W212-W207-C207/153431425273?epid=22019833159&hash=item23b939c0f9:g:wkEAAOSwBwNcnHFa

[@igoriakoven3665]

Hi MrScott! Your video is Great! Thanks! So you bought camera with NTSC system? Is that OK in Australia? What is the system on my Comand APS C320 CDI 2007?

[@jonhurley8910]

Hi Scott, Great video. My problem is that I've tried several cameras (3) and power connection points but regardless the picture keeps 'fickering'/jumping and the picture is B&W although camera says colour. Just wondering if you had come across this problem before and any suggestions as to how I can overcome it? Regards, Jon

[@ScottElliott152]

+Jon Hurley Hi Jon ... that must me very annoying. I've come across a similar problem when connecting a back up camera to my W639 Vito. In that case I connected the power for the camera from the reverse light. I reduced the flickering by installing a capacitor across the positive & negative wires as a filter. It's still not 100% so I've got more R&D work to do. I'm assuming you have your camera connected to fuse 71 which is powered whenever the ignition is on? That's the correct way as the COMAND does the switching of the video signal. It's possibly RF interference being absorbed by that 5 metres of AV cable winding it's way from the back to the COMAND HU. You could try a cylindrical ferrite filter over the video cable. They're usually in two halves and they clamp over the cable. They absorb RF interference. I have one on mine. Put it at the COMAND end. You can buy them from your electronics shop or pinch one off a USB cable you have lying around. They often have them on the end just before the USB plug that goes into the device.

[@jonhurley8910]

Hi Scott, Tried power connections via fuse 71 and the reversing light. I'll try routing the power via capacitors and let you know. Thanks for your help. Regards, Jon

[@ScottElliott152]

John use fuse 71 as you want the power to the camera whenever the car is on. Don't use the reversing light. The capacitor is easy to install as you're putting it across the positive and negative power supply. I'd definitely get yourself a ferrite RF filter for the video cable. They're cheap at your local electronics shop. Regards, Scott

[@jonhurley8910]

+Scott Elliott Hi Scott, what capacitors did you use previously when this happened on the Vito? Does it matter where the RF filter is located i.e. nearer the camera or input to display unit? Regards, Jon

[@ScottElliott152]

Jon I used a 16V 2200uF capacitor I had in my spares box. The RF filter is best placed at the end close to the display. Regards, Scott

[@jeanlongpre4817]

Hi, thanks for this video...one of the best out there! Would you know if the radio on a GLK 350 2012 be the same as the one on a C350 2012 in terms of connections in the back? Also, the removal of the unit should be fairly similar right? One last question, my GLK is not installed with an auxiliary/iPod port (i.e. no media interface), can I hook a cable for this at the same time while the unit is out and run it out of the glove compartment? Thanks so much...cheers!

[@ScottElliott152]

Jean Longpre Hi Jean. Sorry for the late reply but I missed seeing it. I don't know for sure about the connections on the back of a GLK350 but I would guess they're similar or the same as would be the removal.I'm assuming you have the navigation and COMAND system?Once the head unit is out if it has the multi media interface sockets then you'll be able to plug the media cables in and route them through to the glove box. There should be a removable panel in the glove box for the cables. Regards, Scott

[@mickeystitch]

Hi Scott, I have a w204 facelift UK 2011- with the satnav screen always on view in dash, not the pop up one, I installed it all as shown and changed all the settings as shown, but all I get is a black screen (with check surroundings) when I put car in reverse but no picture sadly, any ideas as I have rechecked everything twice, when you say reboot command do you mean turn car off and walk away for a while or am I missing something, kind regards and great "how to" by the way, Michael

[@mickeystitch]

+Scott Elliot , any clue would be good please ?? -- UPDATE 14/04/2016 , don't worry got all the test equipment and worked out what was wrong, there is a difference in the facelift w204 command unit that meant the cabling had to be connected differently, thank's for video though as would not have attempted or indeed successfully fitted all this without you excellent work and strip down process, thanks again Scott and please keep them coming, regards Michael

[@jasondrive]

Hi Scott, I have installed a camera in a 2012 C63 and followed all of your instructions but the camera doesn't engage when I put it in the reverse gear. Do you have any advice why this might be. All the settings seem to be the same in my engineering mode to yours. Many thanks, Jason

[@ScottElliott152]

Hi Jason. Make sure your Video AUX is turned on ... at 14.31on the video Item (4). If you've also turned on "activate in reverse gear" in system settings then it all should work. I'll put a note on the video at 14.31 to remind viewers to make sure Video AUX is turned on. Hope this helps, Scott

[@jasondrive]

MrScott52 I double checked it and Video AUX is switched on. Audio AUX is off and does not allow me to select that option. I'm pretty sure I have followed your instructions entirely but no luck unfortunately. We originally wired the live to camera to the reverse lamp wire, we then changed it after looking at your video, it then worked briefly, the camera engaged but not picture. we then tried changing the settings from SRVC to the the other options and it stopped engaging again. I will keep playing with it to see if I have some luck. Thank you for your help.

[@ScottElliott152]

Jason Pelosi It's a process of elimination. Do you have video camera with an AV outlet? If so plug it into the AV cable that goes to the head unit and see if you get an image. Also wire the positive of the camera to fuse #71 in the rear compartment and the negative should be grounded. If you have a multimeter check you get 12V between #71 and ground with the ignition on. There will be no power there unless the ignition is on so make sure your key is in the right position.

[@jasondrive]

MrScott52 Hi Scott, We have tried everything but no luck. We now get the screen for reverse camera come up but no picture. We have tried 3 different cameras and a video camera. We have also tried connecting the camera straight to live and still nothing. I think it must be something to do with it being the 2010> head unit. If you have any ideas I would appreciate it.

[@ScottElliott152]

Jason Pelosi Jason maybe you're right with the >2010 HU. The Benzworld forum is a good source of information so why don't you have a look in there. It's worth registering. www.benzworld.org I'm sure someone will know. I've run out of ideas.