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23 Dec 2024 22:44 #258839 by Karlos
I'm trying to fit an aftermarket reversing camera, however the head unit connection is different to any guide I have been able to find online. In previous models the green plug on the adapter cable plugged directly into the back of the head unit. On this model there is a matching green socket on the harness, but it only has 2 wires, whereas the plug on the adaptor cable has 4 and if I connect the 2 nothing happens in reverse. The head unit does have a video in RCA connection, but again nothing happens if I connect the camera to this. The camera is powered when in reverse.
Any help with how to connect would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

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24 Dec 2024 17:37 - 24 Dec 2024 17:38 #258844 by DrRobin
My Gen 4 came fitted with the genuine Suzuki reverse camera so I haven't seen it myself, but forum member Soeley fitted one to his Jimny, although he did use a genuine Suzuki camera, see these two threads, they might help

www.bigjimny.com/forum/6-jimny-chat/6478...n-4-reversing-camera

www.bigjimny.com/forum/8-my-jimny/64213-...9-black-sz5?start=48

www.bigjimny.com/forum/8-my-jimny/64213-...9-black-sz5?start=54

The last link shows the rear of the head unit, it is significantly different to yours, I know we use a Bosch SLDA, but yours is stamped 'Directed' and looks like a completely different unit, so any experience we have in the UK might not be valid.

Hopefully someone from your way will jump in with the info you need.

Robin

2020 blue SZ5 (one of the last to be registered in the UK)
Ex 2011 Blue Jimny SZ4
Northumberland Jimny Blog

Last edit: 24 Dec 2024 17:38 by DrRobin.

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24 Dec 2024 18:36 #258847 by Motacilla

www.bigjimny.com/forum/6-jimny-chat/6478...n-4-reversing-camera

 
As noted on pg 2 in this thread DrRobin linked to, the Gen4's head unit camera circuit is not compatible with standard aftermarket cameras.

That's in the UK/European markets, with the Bosch head unit.  If it is the same in Oz with the Directed head unit, that could be your problem.  

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25 Dec 2024 05:06 #258855 by Karlos
Thanks for the replies.
Starting to look like I may have to go the genuine rout, which is fine.
It seemed like it would be straight forward as an RCA to Jimny adapter cable was readily available, there were tutorials online - just not for my model it turns out.
I'll hold out for a bit longer in case someone out there has the solution, but if I have to get Suzuki to fit one then so be it.
Cheers

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25 Dec 2024 09:04 #258858 by DrRobin
It’s probably fairly straight forward to fit yourself once you get the correct parts.

If the Directed head unit is standard for your vehicle then just get the correct camera for your head unit from Suzuki and save on the fitting.

Robin

2020 blue SZ5 (one of the last to be registered in the UK)
Ex 2011 Blue Jimny SZ4
Northumberland Jimny Blog

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25 Dec 2024 09:26 - 25 Dec 2024 09:38 #258859 by Motacilla
If the Directed head unit is anything like the Bosch or Blaupunkt Jimny units, you might be better off junking it in favor of a generic Android replacement.  The quality is just rock-bottom; I'm speaking as an electronics nerd who has been inside of these units for a look.  20-yr-old tech, dirt-cheap components, and limited audio capability. 

This unit with oversized screen will likely produce better sound, has a far better interface, and -- since you don't need to buy a Suzuki rearview camera -- might be a very similar total cost.  Plus the screen size impresses the youth of today.  I myself will certainly go this route if I ever decide to upgrade my LCV's radio -- which isn't likely unless the Kinks start making new records, but anyway.  
Last edit: 25 Dec 2024 09:38 by Motacilla.

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