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12-09-2017, 05:23 PM
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No volume with back-up camera
04 Dutch Star 4025
We have a new to us DSDP and have little or no sound from back-up camera. I can hear some road noise when traveling, but nothing when sitting still. Checked camera but could no find any pick up device. Any help appreciated.
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12-09-2017, 10:59 PM
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Tiffin Owners Club
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Quote:
Originally Posted by beensell
04 Dutch Star 4025
We have a new to us DSDP and have little or no sound from back-up camera. I can hear some road noise when traveling, but nothing when sitting still. Checked camera but could no find any pick up device. Any help appreciated.
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The pickup microphone is probably built into the rear camera. There should be a volume control in the monitor. Be aware that for backing guidance with a DP, the rear microphone is pretty much useless due to engine noise. We use a pair of personal walkie talkies when we are being guided in to a spot.
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12-10-2017, 05:09 AM
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Workhorse Chassis Owner
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The microphone on my camera is a very tiny pinhole next to the lens, similiar to reset holes on a lot of electronics. It is a favorite spot for spiders to spin. They can plug it well enough to block all sound pickup. 
Part of my departure checklist is to gently ream the channel out with a thin bristle "Between The Gums" brush. 
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12-10-2017, 08:40 AM
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Entegra Owners Club
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Like LT. Dan said, you can't hear anything over the engine anyway.
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12-10-2017, 10:21 AM
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Junior Member
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I had the opposite problem. Earlier this year we bought our new to us 2002 Endeavor. I didn’t realize the backup camera had a microphone. After a few months I was very disappointed by the fact my DP was so loud. I even looked for missing insulation that would explain how I was getting so much engine noise all the way up front. THEN I discovered the volume knob. How embarrassing [emoji15]. Now my coach is oh so much quieter. Easiest fix ever [emoji23]
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12-10-2017, 09:29 PM
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Senior Member
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Location: North America somewhere
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Lt Dan
The pickup microphone is probably built into the rear camera. There should be a volume control in the monitor. Be aware that for backing guidance with a DP, the rear microphone is pretty much useless due to engine noise. We use a pair of personal walkie talkies when we are being guided in to a spot.
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 I turned the volume to minimum for that reason. The only reason I can think of to have the volume up on a DP is to hear a siren approaching from behind.
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12-11-2017, 05:00 AM
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Senior Member
Workhorse Chassis Owner
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Originally Posted by Ray,IN
I turned the volume to minimum for that reason. The only reason I can think of to have the volume up on a DP is to hear a siren approaching from behind. |
I leave mine on for a few seconds just to make sure I don't hear my toad wheels dragging. Hasn't happened to me, yet, but I have seen it and heard it on one when it was too late to prevent damage.
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12-11-2017, 09:58 AM
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Senior Member/RVM #90
Monaco Owners Club
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Columbus, MS
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Hi !  Welcome to IRV2! We're sure glad you joined the gang! 
Congrats on the new rig! I agree with Lt. Dan. Keep her between the ditches!
Good luck, happy trails, and God bless! 
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