Garmin BC 30 Wireless Backup Camera Installation Instructions - Page 2

BC™ 30 Wireless Backup Camera Installation Instructions Introduction WARNING See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. Garmin® strongly recommends having an experienced installer with the proper knowledge of electrical systems install the device. Incorrectly wiring the power cable can result in damage to the vehicle or the battery and can cause bodily injury. When connecting the power cable, do not remove the in-line fuse holder. To prevent the possibility of injury or product damage caused by fire or overheating, the appropriate fuse must be in place as indicated in the product specifications. In addition, connecting the power cable without the appropriate fuse in place will void the product warranty. CAUTION Always wear safety goggles, ear protection, and a dust mask when drilling, cutting, or sanding. NOTICE When drilling or cutting, always check what is on the opposite side of the surface. These installation instructions do not apply to a specific vehicle type, and are meant as a guide when installing this product on your vehicle. For questions specific to your vehicle, you should contact the vehicle manufacturer. Device Overview Item Description BC™ 30 receiver cable À The GPS device must be powered through this cable to communicate with the camera. Transmitter Á Camera  Camera mounting bracket à Tools Needed • Drill and 9.09 mm, or size T (0.36 in.) drill bit • #2 Phillips screwdriver • Screws, bolts, or cable ties (to secure the transmitter) • Solderless wire-splice connector or solder and heat-shrink tubing • RV sealant (optional) Installation Installing the Receiver Before you can install the BC 30 receiver cable, you must update your GPS device to the most recent software version. Your GPS device may not be compatible with the BC 30 camera 2 without the most recent software. See your GPS device owner's manual or go to garmin.com/express for more information about updating your GPS device. The wireless camera receiver is built into BC 30 receiver cable included with your wireless backup camera. Use the BC 30 receiver cable included with your BC 30 camera to connect your GPS device to vehicle power. See the owner's manual for your GPS device for more information about connecting the device to vehicle power. NOTE: The BC 30 receiver cable includes a traffic receiver. If your GPS device includes lifetime traffic, the traffic features continue to function while using the BC 30 receiver cable. Camera Mounting Considerations When selecting a location to mount the camera, observe these considerations. • You should test a mounting location before you permanently mount the camera. • Installing the camera higher on the back of the vehicle provides a better viewing angle. • The included bracket can be clipped onto a license plate or other similar surface, or it can be fastened to the back of the vehicle using the included self-tapping, panhead screws. Transmitter Location and Wiring Considerations NOTICE The transmitter is not intended to be held or worn on your body while it is in use. When selecting a location to install the wireless transmitter, observe these considerations. • You should test a proposed installation location before you permanently install the transmitter. • Some vehicles do not provide constant minimum voltage to the reverse lamps. You should use an automotive relay when connecting the transmitter and camera to a power source that does not provide constant voltage. • Although the transmitter can reliably transmit the video signal over approximately 13.5 m (45 ft.), the location of the transmitter can affect this range. ◦ The closer you install the transmitter to the receiver, the more reliable the signal. ◦ The transmitter provides the best signal when either flat surface is pointing toward the receiver. À ◦ Dense metal or appliances in the path of the transmitter Á greatly reduce the transmission distance. ◦ The fewer solid objects that exist between the path of the transmitter and the device, the more reliable the signal. • If the distance between the camera and the transmitter exceeds the length of the included cable, additional extension cables can be used. A 15 m (50 ft.) extension cable can be purchased, and more than one extension cable can be installed. See your Garmin dealer or go to www.garmin.com for more information. Installation Instructions