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Jul 6, 2012 | 06:16 PM

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Gearhead Jim

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St. Jude Donor '13

For those who don't want to use aftermarket head units, or hack into the factory nav, someone posted about a small screen that folds down just above their right knee. I think there were two cameras and a front-rear switch.

Jul 6, 2012 | 06:33 PM

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npayme

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Originally Posted by rayk

Very nice. Does the head unit have GPS too?

We have a backup camera on the Sorento and I really like it.

Thanks... yes it does come equipped with GPS. Check it out... Sony XNV-770BT Just run a quick search on google...

Jul 6, 2012 | 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by npayme

Thanks... yes it does come equipped with GPS. Check it out... Sony XNV-770BT Just run a quick search on google...

Jul 6, 2012 | 11:08 PM

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Originally Posted by str8jakit

Got a back up camera because my 4 yr old daughter came out side through the front door and I was in the garage backing out. I almost ran over her. My heart literally jumped out of my chest I was soooo scared I went and bought a back up cam that day. Uses the same screws that the license plate use. I think it's a must for the c6.

Holy SH*T!! That is crazy, that story gives me the chills, I think I will go one setup now too , I never want to be in a situation like that.

Jul 6, 2012 | 11:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Chief43

I was wondering f they made a back up camera that plugged into the navigation screen?

Thanks

I believe the new Ford Mustangs have them in their rearview mirror which would be ideal for me because I don't have factory navigation nor do I want it but I know I do need some type of monitor for front and rear cams.

Jul 7, 2012 | 12:41 AM

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I think back up cameras are mandatory in all vehicles starting in 2014.

Jul 7, 2012 | 01:08 AM

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LS WON

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Originally Posted by phileaglesfan

I think back up cameras are mandatory in all vehicles starting in 2014.

Jul 7, 2012 | 01:25 AM

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Is this the set up from Amazon.com? I would love to have a camera for front too so I can see those curbs coming.
It will become federal law for all new cars to come equipped with rear cameras.

Are these good products or the same?
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Pyle PLCM39FRV Universal Mount Rear & Front View Camera
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Jul 7, 2012 | 05:15 AM

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Originally Posted by LS WON

I checked out these products... I wouldnt go with them The Pyle camera on top is larger than you think. To install it, you would have to have a LARGE hole drilled into the body of your car to have it mounted. I'm pretty sure thats not gonna happen.

Since it seems like some of the other memebers don't want to have an additional screen installed, check out the product below... it has a new rearview mirror that mounts on top of your exixting mirror. The screen is in the new mirror. The camera is tag mounted and the reciever goes in the rear compartment. It might make for a nice alternative. I would check it out. At that price, it defianately can't hurt right?

http://www.amazon.com/Peak-PKC0RG-Re...back+up+camera

Jul 7, 2012 | 11:24 AM

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Originally Posted by LS WON

My daughter's Honda SUV has it in the rearview mirror too, a perfect place since most of the time you are looking in that mirror anyway. My DD has it in the navigation screen so not only am I looking into the 2 outside mirrors (proximity to my house) and the inside rearview mirror but now I'm looking down at the Navi screen too, a real PIA....

Jul 7, 2012 | 12:36 PM

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Option

There is an option, but not check. $600.00

http://www.navtool.com/corvette.aspx

Jul 7, 2012 | 12:53 PM

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Another Option

Disclaimer - I have not tried any of these options but looking myself for a Camera option and finding several that work with the GM Radio.

http://www.coastaletech.com/

Jul 7, 2012 | 02:08 PM

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Gearhead Jim

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St. Jude Donor '13

Someone posted about using a Camaro mirror with the camera screen. IIRC, it worked well but the installation was a bit more complicated than expected.

Jul 7, 2012 | 02:24 PM

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k wright

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The dream set up for me would be a full time rearview screen that would allow me to remove the large, vision blocking center mirror. It easily twists off the base and getting rid of it really improves forward visibility.

Jul 7, 2012 | 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by timc0203

Disclaimer - I have not tried any of these options but looking myself for a Camera option and finding several that work with the GM Radio.

http://www.coastaletech.com/

I use the lockpick for C6, wasn't plug and play as hoped, when installed it works pretty well

Jul 7, 2012 | 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by str8jakit

Good point. I work for Harris County Traffic Division and we invistigate far too many fatals were children have been ran over in their own drive-ways.

Jul 7, 2012 | 05:59 PM

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gm navs are back-up ready,but you need a tech2 scanner to turn some on

Jul 7, 2012 | 06:09 PM

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Gearhead Jim

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Originally Posted by dmaxx3500

gm navs are back-up ready,but you need a tech2 scanner to turn some on

Do you mean there is already connection that will accept video inputs, and just reprogramming with a tech2 will enable it to work?

That would be great, but I've never heard it before on the C6.

Instructions, please??

Jul 7, 2012 | 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by dmaxx3500

gm navs are back-up ready,but you need a tech2 scanner to turn some on

I'd like to know more.

Jul 7, 2012 | 06:23 PM

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timc0203

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Like to know

I would like to know how to do this as well. I can't seem to find anything on using a camera with the factory system without a device to do so.

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