CARAUDIO SYSTEMS RL-FD79-TF Camera Interface Instruction Manual

: May 15, 2024
: CARAUDIO-SYSTEMS

Table of Contents

CARAUDIO SYSTEMS RL-FD79-TF Camera Interface
FAQ
Legal Information
Before installation
Check the compatibility of the vehicle and accessories
Pin-assignments
Connection schema
Installation
Activation of the video-in-motion function
Specifications
CONTACT
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CARAUDIO SYSTEMS RL-FD79-TF Camera Interface

FAQ

Q: Can I use the rear-view camera while driving?
A: By law, watching moving pictures while driving is prohibited. The driver must not be distracted. This product should only be used while standing or to display fixed menus or rear-view camera video when the vehicle is moving.
Q: How can I receive software updates for the interface?
A: We offer free software updates for our interfaces for one year after purchase. To receive a free update, the interface must be sent in at its own cost.

Legal Information

By law, watching moving pictures while driving is prohibited, the driver must not be distracted. We do not accept any liability for material damage or personal injury resulting, directly or indirectly, from the installation or operation of this product. This product should only be used while standing or to display fixed menus or rear-view-camera video when the vehicle is moving, for example, the MP3 menu for DVD upgrades.
Changes/updates of the vehicle’s software can cause malfunctions in the interface. We offer free software updates for our interfaces for one year after purchase. To receive a free update, the interface must be sent in at its own cost. Labour costs and other expenses involved with the software updates will not be refunded.

Before installation

Read the manual before installation.
Technical knowledge is necessary for installation.
The place of installation must be free of moisture and away from heat sources.

Delivery contents

Take down the SW-version and HW-version of the interface boxes, and store this manual for support purposes!

Check the compatibility of the vehicle and accessories

Requirements
Vehicle Ford

2011 – 2014 Edge
2011 – 2014 Explorer
2012 – 2014 Focus
2013 – 2014 Focus ST
2013 – 2014 Taurus
2013 – 2014 Escape F-150
2013 – 2014 F-150 Raptor F-250
2013 – 2014 F-350
2013 – 2014 F-450
2013 – 2014 F-550
2013 – 2014 Fusion Hybrid
2013 – 2013 Fusion Energy
2013 – 2014 C-Max Hybrid
2013 – 2014 C-Max Energi

Navigation Sony 8” MYFORD Touch Radios

Limitations
Navigation While the video-in-motion function is active, the navigation will not work!

DIP-switch settings of the Can-Box RLC-FO01-A modules
Setting the DIP-switches of the Can-Box RLC-FO01-A connected on the 500KB 8Pin Molex plug

With DIP1 to OFF the included green cables are used to activate the video-in- motion function.
Note: DIP switch functions of the RLC-FO01-A

DIP 1 – activation TV-free
DIP 2 – no function
DIP 3 – no function
DIP 4 – no function
DIP 5 – CAN-bus termination resistor on the vehicle side
DIP 6 – CAN-bus termination resistor on the head-unit side

Setting the DIP-switches of the Can-Box RLC-FO01-A connected on the 125KB 8Pin Molex plug

With DIP1 to OFF the included green cables are used to activate the video-in- motion function.
Note: DIP switch functions of the RLC-FO01-A

DIP 1 – activation TV-free
DIP 2 – Rear-view camera activation
DIP 3 – no function
DIP 4 – no function
DIP 5 – CAN-bus termination resistor on the vehicle side
DIP 6 – CAN-bus termination resistor on the head-unit side

Pin-assignments

Pin-assignment vehicle connector

Assignment

+12Volt Permanent – Pin 1
Ground – Pin 37
CAN HIGH (500KB) – Pin 19
CAN LOW (500KB) – Pin 18
CAN HIGH (125KB) – Pin 16
CAN LOW (125KB) – Pin 17

Pin-assignment of the CAN-Box RLC-FO01-A (Molex 8pin)

Note: White and red cinch plugs on the harness forward the factory AUX signal and must therefore remain connected.
The open brown cable serves no function and must be isolated.

Connection schema

Installation

Switch off the ignition and disconnect the vehicle’s battery! If according to factory rules disconnecting the battery has to be avoided, it is usually sufficient to put the vehicle in sleep mode. In case the sleep mode does not show success, disconnect the battery with a resistor lead.

Remove the factory display to gain access to the factory 54-pin connector.
Located behind the display, not the radio. Remove the factory 54-pin connector.
Using the provided 54-pin harness, mate both sides of the harness. To the factory harness side and back into the radio side.
Connect one RLC-FO01-A module to the 125kb 8-Pin connector and the other RLCFO01-A- Module to the 500kb 8-Pin connector on the provided harness (note: the RLC-FO01-A- Modules are identical). Make sure all your connections are firmly inserted into each module.
After connecting the modules, set the DIP switch number “6” to the “ON” position on both modules. Make sure to match both modules for DIP switch number 6.
With the harness and interface modules properly connected, turn the ignition to the “ON” position. For Push-Start vehicles, simply press the button once to place the vehicle “ON”.
When the radio powers up, turn the radio ON and select the FM Radio source. This step simply helps to verify the interface corresponds with the radio.
While listening to the FM Source, place DIP switch number “2” to the “ON” position on the RLC-FO01-A module connected to the 125kb 8-Pin connector. Leave the RLC-FO01-A module connected to the 500kb 8-Pin connector alone. The screen will power off and begin to reset.
Wait for the interface to reboot, the progress bar will show the percentage completed. This process may take up to 1 minute. Once completed the FM Radio Source will continue to play as it was before the reboot.
With the view camera disconnected, start the vehicle and place the vehicle into the reverse gear. The radio display will prompt you with an error message of “Camera Unavailable”. This verifies the coding was a success!

Rear-view camera connection

Connect the video RCA of the rear-view camera to the female RCA connector (RVC input) of the TV-FS54 harness.
Connect the white cable from the 125kb 8-Pin connector of harness TV-FS54 to the camera power supply (+12V, max 500mA). The white cable gets power when the reverse gear is engaged. By leaving the rear camera level the power is switched off again

Note: Only compatible with NTSC cameras.

Activation of the video-in-motion function

The video-in-motion can be activated and deactivated by DIP 1 on both RLC- FO01-A modules or by steering wheel buttons or over the loose green cables in connection with a switch (not included in delivery).

Option 1: Video-in-motion permanent
With DIP1 to ON on both RLC-FO01-A modules, the video-in-motion function is activated permanently. The navigation cannot be used.
Option 2: Video-in-motion selective (recommended for the use of navigation)
Some vehicles will allow you to activate the Video in motion through the steering wheel controls (set on both RLC-FO01-A modules DIP1 to OFF):

TYPE 1 – Seen on Ford Edge and C-Max.
Hold the BACK button (Left Arrow) for 3 seconds to activate the Video In-Motion.
To deactivate – Repeat the step above.
TYPE 2 – Seen on Ford F-Series vehicles.
Hold the PHONE button (OK) for 4 seconds to activate the Video In-Motion.
To deactivate – Repeat the step above.

Option 3: Video-in-motion selective (recommended for the use of navigation)
With DIP1 to OFF on both RLC-FO01-A modules, the included green cables are used to activate the video-in-motion function.

Connect a switch to the green cables and connect the green cables to +12V ACC.

Specifications

Operation voltage: 10.5 – 14.8V
Stand-by power drain: <2mA
Operation power drain: ~60mA
Power consumption: ~0,08W
Temperature range: -30°C to +80°C
Weight: 44g
Measurements (box only): W x H x D 76 x 27 x 54 mm

Technical support

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