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REAR-VIEW INTEGRATION
SYSTEM FOR
VOLKSWAGEN
VEHICLES
WITH PREMIUM 8
RADIOS
RVCVW-73P
APPLICATIONS
VOLKSWAGEN
2011 - UP Vehicles equiped with this
premium 8 radio
CAMERAS
DIRECT FIT
Bettle LED, License Plate Style Light
Bettle Light Bulb, License Plate Style Light
CC
Golf Light Bulb, License Plate Style Light
Jetta,
Early 2012
Jetta,
Later 2012
Passat 2011 - 2012
Tiguan
Direct Fit Camera Housings may differ on vehicles
within the same model year.
UNIVERSAL
Golden base universal camera w/ 45˚ Screw Type
For a smooth and hassle free installation, we recommend
you read this install guide from start to finish. If you still have
any questions or run into any issues, we are here to help.
Technical Support
1.855.822.1348
M-F 9am-5pm PDT
IMPORTANT
DO NOT DISCONNECT THE AIRBAG CONNECTION FROM
BEHIND THE RADIO PANEL
Step 1
GETTING STARTED
BEFORE REMOVING THE FACTORY RADIO
CHECK LIST
Disconnect negative side of
the battery to avoid any short
circuits during the installation.
Make sure the vehicle is
equipped with the VW
Premium 8 radio
.
With radio removed, look to
see how the interface and
harness can be positioned
within the dash. Staying clear
of any major components or
HVAC system.
INFORMATION
INTERFACE PROVIDES THE FOLLOWING FEATURES
•Audio/Video 1 Input
•Audio/Video 2 Input
•Rear-View Camera Input
•RGB Navigation
Input
•Audio
Input / Output switcher
INSTALLATION
CONNECTING THE INTERFACE
Step 3
• Reference INSTALLATION OVERVIEW Diagram for
Important installation notes.
• Reference the detailed images on reverse side for
Step by Step installation instructions.
INSTALLATION
INSTALLING THE CAMERA
Step 2
• Examine the provided camera and housing. Take notice
that the left license plate housing will be replaced with this
camera assembly.
• Route Camera wires thought vehicle and up towards the
back of the radio.
• Connect video RCA to CAM input of interface.
• Connect black wire to chassis ground.
(Please don’t ground
to trunk lid, because this is not a good enough ground).
• Connect red Wire to Can Module’s Green Wire.
This is an auto reverse trigger.
(Camera will only turn on
when vehicle is put in reverse.)
See diagram
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
6PIN TO 8PIN HARNESS BETWEEN INTERFACE AND
CAN MODULE. WIRE FUNCTIONS
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
4PIN CAN MODULE HARNESS. WIRE FUNCTIONS
6 PIN
Yellow
Black
Red
Green
White
Grey
Constant 12V
Chassis Ground
12v Acc power for video interface
Auto Reverse trigger 12v when vehicle is in reverse
•Reverse signal to interface. •Power to camera.
Signal switch
CAN bus control to interface
Red
Brown
Grey
Blue
Constant 12V
Chassis Ground
Can -
Can +
INSTALLATION
OVERVIEW
8 PIN
4
PI
N
5
0
P
IN
5
0
P
IN
4 PIN
CAMERA ASSEMBLY
CAMERA
CAN
MODULE
IN
OUT
From
Radio
screen
Connect RED wire of
Camera to GREEN Wire
between Can Module
and interface
(Green wire= Auto
reverse trigger
12V 250mA max)
Ground to Vehicle
chassis.
DO NOT GROUND
TO TRUNK LID.
Direct fit camera assemblies are
available for specific VW vehicles.
Camera assemblies replace the license plate
light housing for easy mounting.
(Camera Assemblies include the camera).
Source
select button.
Route to an
accessible
location on dash
.
To switch source
Press hold 1.5sec,
then release.
OSD Menu
controls
Connections within Radio
To Radio’s main
board, Where
Screen was
previously
connected.
Sightline
VIDEO INTERFACE
Radio
Harness
VIDEO INPUTS
AUDIO
AV1 Input
AV2 Input
Audio Output
DIP SW. NAV
RGB
1
2 CAM
(Must connect to
Vehicle AUX input)
Product Liability
This unit is installed within the Factory Radio which
requires it to be opened by the Installer.
CRUX Interfacing Solutions shall not be held liable for a
vehicle's electronic components in such case, thereby
it is the responsibility of the installer to verify and confirm
vehicle configuration as to product compatibility prior to
installation. Installer shall be responsible as to all liability
insurance to cover any damage that may arise through
installation. Likewise, CRUX's recommendation of an
installation facility shall not constitute any grounds for
responsibility or liability. Notwithstanding any other
provisions of this disclaimer, CRUX's maximum
combined liability shall be limited to the price paid for
the specific product that caused the alleged damages.
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