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spyderbyte 
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It looks like integrating reverse cameras is a common topic on here.
I was considering a set up like this one, splicing my reverse lights for pin 86 to trigger.
How much noise will the relay introduce into the system?
Are there inexpensive AV switchers that can be triggered by a remote wire to use instead?
Thanks!
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It would be better to get a VW relay with a Metal Case and ground the case to ground with a metal hose clamp and an L bracket.. The metal case will shield the Relay and it will not pick up Alternator interfearance.
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hotwaterwizard 
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Crutchfield has a switcher for Automotive use.

http://www.crutchfield.com/S-1dbHCTGSW6n/cgi-bin/ProdView.asp?g=81600&I=469MPSS4

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John DeRosa (Hotwaterwizard)
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spyderbyte 
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hotwaterwizard wrote:
It would be better to get a VW relay with a Metal Case and ground the case to ground with a metal hose clamp and an L bracket.. The metal case will shield the Relay and it will not pick up Alternator interfearance.
Will this be enough to keep the signal clean? The relay itself won't introduce any interference or dropped signals?
hotwaterwizard wrote:

Crutchfield has a switcher for Automotive use.

Would I be able to run video signals through that instead? To clarify, I'm only looking to switch video sources, audio will be continuous. I'm really just searching for a fancy 5 pin relay (if I even need fancy).
Thanks!
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There is one way to find out.

When in doubt, try it out !

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spyderbyte 
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hotwaterwizard wrote:

When in doubt, try it out !

I would if I currently had any of the other components of my planned set up. I'd much rather find out if something isn't possible BEFORE I jump head first into another fairly ambitious (and reasonably spendy) project.
Spyderbyte
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I'm using an industrial 12 4pdt relay to switch between my OEM navi and my laptop display and I'm not getting any noise.  The only noise you need to worry about the relay adding is when it clicks on and off.  As long as the voltage is stable across the coil noise should't be an issue, or at least it isn't in my case.
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4pdt? Are you running s-video cables?
I like the news though, where did you get this relay?
Thanks!
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spyderbyte
What kind of connection do you need?
RCA
BNC
 S
 
A relay is what $10 and a Double ended Female RCA what $5
Hmm $15 sounds like a fairly ambitious (and reasonably spendy) project.
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spyderbyte 
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hotwaterwizard wrote:
What kind of connection do you need?
Component video. I only mentioned s-video because KPierson's 4pdt relay seemed like overkill.
hotwaterwizard wrote:
A relay is what $10 and a Double ended Female RCA what $5
Hmm $15 sounds like a fairly ambitious (and reasonably spendy) project.
I was referring to the media player, camera, and screen I was planning to hook up through this relay. I want to make sure I'll have good video quality before I purchase everything.
Therefore I can't "try it out" and am looking for people who have.
Thanks
Spyderbyte
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