Dasman321 Posted February 23, 2017 Report Share Posted February 23, 2017 Hiho all I'm guessing that this topic has been covered before but I can't find it. I could use the groups advice on backup cameras. Brand and model that type of thing. I have a 41 foot 5th wheel and I'm looking for a wireless system. Thanks in advance. Danny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alie&Jim's Carrilite Posted February 24, 2017 Report Share Posted February 24, 2017 Most of us on the HDT side are using wired cameras. The distance from the camera to receiver in the truck is usually at the edge of reception for most wireless systems. Jim's Adventures Old Spacecraft.... Who knows whats next Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgiaHybrid Posted February 24, 2017 Report Share Posted February 24, 2017 Like Jim, we use a wired system. Too much dropout even using a pickup on a 41' fiver as you will be a good 50+ from the camera. 2023 Thor Magnitude XG32 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Mayer Posted February 24, 2017 Report Share Posted February 24, 2017 In general the wireless systems are not reliable. They can/will work for awhile and then randomly drop out. Sometimes for quite a while. Perhaps some of the expensive commercial systems would be reliable. But since you have to supply power to them, why not just run all the wires together, and use a reliable hardwired system? Jack & Danielle Mayer #60376 Lifetime Member Living on the road since 2000PLEASE no PM's. Email me. jackdanmayer AT gmail 2016 DRV Houston 44' 5er (we still have it) 2022 New Horizons 43' 5er 2016 Itasca 27N 28' motorhome 2019 Volvo 860, D13 455/1850, 236" wb, I-Shift, battery-based APU No truck at the moment - we use one of our demo units 2016 smart Passion, piggyback on the truck -------------------------------------------------------------------------See our website for info on New Horizons 5th wheels, HDTs as tow vehicles, communications on the road, and use of solar powerwww.jackdanmayer.com Principal in RVH Lifestyles. RVH-Lifestyles.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gjhunter01 Posted February 24, 2017 Report Share Posted February 24, 2017 I have a wired camera in our fifth wheel and it wasn't that hard to install. I mounted the camera inside and above the rear window, it's hidden under the window valance out of sight. The cable runs along the window frame which being black is also hidden, then to the floor. The cable runs through a rear floor vent into a rear compartment then through the only hole I drilled to the underside of the camper. Now the cable runs along the frame to the LP compartment and is snaked through to the pin box where it ends. The monitor is mounted in the cab under the ash tray and has a 12' cable that I store under the rear floor mat or gets run out the door to the pin box when needed. I always try to install items with the ideal that they could be removed leaving little trace, in this case I only have one small hole that is caulked and hidden under the compartment carpet. Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roberjw49 Posted February 24, 2017 Report Share Posted February 24, 2017 I have been using a wireless - yes, wireless - camera for about 4 years now. I have a 40' 5th wheel. It is a Voyager system. I did add the antenna to the camera, running the wire through the belly of the 5er and up into the basement with the mag-mountantenna stuck onto the frame behind the 12V distribution panel. I mounted the camera on the rear cap above the window and power it from the power to the marker lights. Therefore, I must run with my lights on - not a bad idea - to use the camera. Prior to adding the antenna, I did have a very intermittent picture. With the antenna, it is very good. John John and Sharon2011 HH 38LKTG2001 4700LP2014 Chevy Cruze Diesel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dasman321 Posted February 26, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 26, 2017 Most of us on the HDT side are using wired cameras. The distance from the camera to receiver in the truck is usually at the edge of reception for most wireless systems. Sorry but what is HDT? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dasman321 Posted February 26, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 26, 2017 In general the wireless systems are not reliable. They can/will work for awhile and then randomly drop out. Sometimes for quite a while. Perhaps some of the expensive commercial systems would be reliable. But since you have to supply power to them, why not just run all the wires together, and use a reliable hardwired system? My 5er is pre wired for power so that's not an issue. I just don't want do have the extra wires running up the truck, one more thing for me to forget about and break. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dasman321 Posted February 26, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 26, 2017 I have been using a wireless - yes, wireless - camera for about 4 years now. I have a 40' 5th wheel. It is a Voyager system. I did add the antenna to the camera, running the wire through the belly of the 5er and up into the basement with the mag-mountantenna stuck onto the frame behind the 12V distribution panel. I mounted the camera on the rear cap above the window and power it from the power to the marker lights. Therefore, I must run with my lights on - not a bad idea - to use the camera. Prior to adding the antenna, I did have a very intermittent picture. With the antenna, it is very good. John Thanks for your reply. I'm thinking that I will run the video wires for the back camera to the front under the basement to minimize the distance for transmission. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dasman321 Posted February 26, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 26, 2017 Thank you all for your input. I'm going with a Tadi Brothers 3 camera system and I'll see how that goes. I just want eyes all the way around my trailer. Thanks again. Danny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I'mdonewiththis forum Posted February 27, 2017 Report Share Posted February 27, 2017 Sorry but what is HDT? HDT is short for Heavy Duty Truck. They are a class 8 (think semi) truck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richfaa Posted February 27, 2017 Report Share Posted February 27, 2017 Using one for 10 years on two 5th wheels . Hard wired system from Rv cams check them out. Would not leave home without it. Helen and I are long timers ..08 F-350 Ford,LB,CC,6.4L,4X4, Dually,4:10 diff dragging around a 2013 Montana 3402 Big Sky SKP 100137. North Ridgeville, Ohio in the summer, sort of and where ever it is warm in the winter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgiaHybrid Posted February 27, 2017 Report Share Posted February 27, 2017 HDT is short for Heavy Duty Truck. They are a class 8 (think semi) truck. HDT is usually a class 7 or 8 truck. Class 7 goes from 26,001, to 33,000 GVWR and class 8 trucks are 33,001 and up. They are equipped with air brakes and for the most part are single axle or tandem axle semi;s like Tom noted. 2023 Thor Magnitude XG32 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RV_Fan44 Posted February 27, 2017 Report Share Posted February 27, 2017 Rear View Safety has good selection of wireless systems as well as wired systems that would work for you. https://www.rearviewsafety.com/safety-solutions/backup-camera-systems/wireless-backup-camera-systems.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lockmup68 Posted March 7, 2017 Report Share Posted March 7, 2017 What connector is everyone using from truck to trailer, two cameras. 2003 International Eagle 9200i, Cummins ISX, Freedomline 2007 Teton Scottsdale XT4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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