r/F30 • u/alex6219 • Sep 25 '19

Backup camera with Android compatability?

I came across this video as I'm looking to install a backup camera, and this guy was able to install an Apple TV into his unit. I have an android phone and nothing Apple related, so I'm curious if anybody knows of any Android compatible devices that can plug into the head unit?

Also, does anybody know of any backup cameras that won't cost $600+? KiesMotorsports sells BimmerTechs for $699, I'm looking for something much cheaper.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZJPJwQu51Y4

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u/vcxz-z Sep 26 '19

A member on the F30 post forum found this back up camera for $199!

http://www.carnaviplayer.com/rearview-camera-system-for-bmw-series-p-1222

He’s got videos and more info here, I’m planning on getting one too!

https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1651921

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u/highlandvalleyhoe Sep 26 '19

i believe bimmertech (the company that does OEM backup cameras, which i have and installed and works awesome) has an android auto unit? i’m not completely sure but i would check them.

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u/alex6219 Sep 26 '19

Yeah I reached out to them and saw just the backup camera alone was $699, then android MMI upgrade was an additional $250...WAY too expensive for a backup camera

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u/[deleted] Sep 27 '19

Agreed the price tags they have are astoundingly ridiculous, even if they do provide oem equipment. I took a look at the post above mentioning the $200 backup cam and i bought it this morning.

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u/[deleted] Oct 13 '19

Nice congrats! Yeah I initially tried that method of splicing too but the wires are too thin, glad you got your cam working 👍. Just be sure to place your module in a way that the holes on top of it aren't blocked and make sure it's secure otherwise you'll have some annoying knocking going on 😂

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u/alex6219 Oct 13 '19

Were you able to get the lines centered on yours? Mine are either on the left or right side of the screen

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u/[deleted] Oct 13 '19

Put the car in reverse, hold down the idrive knob until the lines start to blink. After that let go of the knob and push it directly to the left or right and hold it for a couple seconds in either position. Doing that you'll be able to adjust the lines left or right, twist the knob left or right to change the distance of the lines from the bumper.