Camera

pavo335 · 09-12-2012, 11:31 PM

Anyone seen this or any comments, i.e is it plug and play

http://alekshop.com/products/multime...2006_2008_bmws

Stuart@BMRAutowerkes · 09-12-2012, 11:32 PM

ask "_ink"

he diy installed this and has it in his E92 335i

Smiley1175 · 09-13-2012, 01:16 AM

I spoke to Aleks and it sounded fairly easy to install.
I'm considering the front and rear camera kit.
I'm also interested in hearing people's feedback if they have it or similar.

Smiley1175 · 09-13-2012, 05:15 AM

No, it's just a reversing camera. I think you can switch to it at anytime not just in reverse

Zuzu · 09-13-2012, 05:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Smiley1175

No, it's just a reversing camera. I think you can switch to it at anytime not just in reverse

Also gives you DVD in motion..

gazz · 09-13-2012, 07:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Zuzu

Also gives you DVD in motion..

That'd be good for an in car "Learn how to Drive" DVD.

pavo335 · 09-13-2012, 03:22 PM

Assuming I read/understood it then (in addition to reversing camera) I could get a hi res camera and mount it somewhere and record track footage

Smiley1175 · 09-13-2012, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by pavo335

Assuming I read/understood it then (in addition to reversing camera) I could get a hi res camera and mount it somewhere and record track footage

It does have an additional video in connection (on top of front+rear camera) but I don't think it will have any storage for you to record to.
It's just a way of getting the image displayed on the iDrive screen.

ReyT · 09-13-2012, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Smiley1175

It does have an additional video in connection (on top of front+rear camera) but I don't think it will have any storage for you to record to.
It's just a way of getting the image displayed on the iDrive screen.

not to mention the idrive software probably doesn't have the any programming to record footage?

pavo335 · 09-13-2012, 07:34 PM

the FAQ states this

How many devices can be connected to the Video module?

The Video module has 2 AV Inputs, 2 Video Outputs, and 1 Audio Output. Only 2 devices can be connected to the AV Inputs. However, a Video switcher module (not included with the kit) can be added to split the video signal. That will give you the ability to add extra devices.

assuming 1 for the idrive can the other be sent to a recorder of some description

then i dont need a go pro, just a hd camera mounted say on the front foggie for some cool track footage.

Smiley1175 · 09-13-2012, 07:48 PM

If you're just after GoPro like functionality ... get a GoPro.

I think what you mention can be done but I don't think it'll be as good as a GoPro. Having a camera mounted on the front foggie around a track would probably be a bit boring.

Moving the GoPro around getting different angles etc would be the go.

Personally I like the parking cameras just cause they look cool and make better use of the pretty screen!

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pavo335 Banned 69 Rep 2,934 Posts Drives: 3.5 wheeler Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: sydney iTrader: (0)	Assuming I read/understood it then (in addition to reversing camera) I could get a hi res camera and mount it somewhere and record track footage
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pavo335 Banned 69 Rep 2,934 Posts Drives: 3.5 wheeler Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: sydney iTrader: (0)	the FAQ states this How many devices can be connected to the Video module? The Video module has 2 AV Inputs, 2 Video Outputs, and 1 Audio Output. Only 2 devices can be connected to the AV Inputs. However, a Video switcher module (not included with the kit) can be added to split the video signal. That will give you the ability to add extra devices. assuming 1 for the idrive can the other be sent to a recorder of some description then i dont need a go pro, just a hd camera mounted say on the front foggie for some cool track footage.
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Smiley1175 Major 283 Rep 1,017 Posts Drives: M2 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Melbourne iTrader: (0)	If you're just after GoPro like functionality ... get a GoPro. I think what you mention can be done but I don't think it'll be as good as a GoPro. Having a camera mounted on the front foggie around a track would probably be a bit boring. Moving the GoPro around getting different angles etc would be the go. Personally I like the parking cameras just cause they look cool and make better use of the pretty screen!
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