Pearl RearVision Camera
11-21-2016, 03:25 PM
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This is a classic example of a solution looking for a problem.
Ok, I can see maybe needing this in a cabriolet, but otherwise the rear visibility from a 993 so so good I can't see a reason for a rear view camera. In addition, if you turn your shoulders and head like you're supposed to when backing up, you have the added benefit of a wide field of peripheral vision. I doubt looking at an iphone screen offers anything like the same field of vision.
If I compare backing up in my 993 by looking over my shoulder vs. in my wife's Toyota with its built in camera (and much bigger screen than a phone), visibility in the Porsche is far superior.
Ok, I can see maybe needing this in a cabriolet, but otherwise the rear visibility from a 993 so so good I can't see a reason for a rear view camera. In addition, if you turn your shoulders and head like you're supposed to when backing up, you have the added benefit of a wide field of peripheral vision. I doubt looking at an iphone screen offers anything like the same field of vision.
If I compare backing up in my 993 by looking over my shoulder vs. in my wife's Toyota with its built in camera (and much bigger screen than a phone), visibility in the Porsche is far superior.
11-21-2016, 04:48 PM
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I have to admit you've got a point there.
11-25-2016, 01:59 PM
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Pearl backup camera
Here's a neat wireless backup camera that connects to your phone. Review below. OBD II required.
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11-26-2016, 12:24 AM
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11-26-2016, 09:05 AM
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^^ Yes, some of us really do use our cars.
I would like a sensor that would let me know when cars are approaching from the sides when i am backing out of a parking space as the rear quarter view from the cab is non-existent with the top up. Is the camera angle wide enough?
I would like a sensor that would let me know when cars are approaching from the sides when i am backing out of a parking space as the rear quarter view from the cab is non-existent with the top up. Is the camera angle wide enough?
It works well on my 991. My 993 is a '95 and I've been told by them the auto turn-off function will not work with an OBD I car.
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11-26-2016, 08:26 PM
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I have a Verizon give-a-way android pad that I permanently mounted in her car for navigation. You could re-purpose a device for this purpose and not worry about having to remember to mount your phone.
I could have used this on Wednesday. I was at Costco and parked next to a couple SUVs. I was halfway out of my space and an Infiniti sedan drove behind me. I tooted my horn and pissed the guy off which led to a road rage incident. May be worth $399.
I could have used this on Wednesday. I was at Costco and parked next to a couple SUVs. I was halfway out of my space and an Infiniti sedan drove behind me. I tooted my horn and pissed the guy off which led to a road rage incident. May be worth $399.
12-01-2016, 04:32 PM
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I think you will find it is. Here's a link that shows some detail on installation and testing.
It works well on my 991. My 993 is a '95 and I've been told by them the auto turn-off function will not work with an OBD I car.
Black Friday sale until November 29, $100 off.
ChuckJ
http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/9...ml#post4583863
It works well on my 991. My 993 is a '95 and I've been told by them the auto turn-off function will not work with an OBD I car.
Black Friday sale until November 29, $100 off.
ChuckJ
http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/9...ml#post4583863
Whoever mentioned that some of the late '95s had OBD II, thank you. Mine was made in June, '95 and I figured out it has an OBD II plug. I bought another camera and it works great.
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12-01-2016, 04:43 PM
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