Communicating when backing up MH

[dmctlc]

When backing up my new Class A - 2018 Georgetown 31L5 I can hear my wife talking from the back to me but she does not hear me. I have a mike in the cab of the MH and would expect that it would be two way communication but she cannot hear me at all. I've tried the speakers in every configuration but no luck. The MH is heading back to the dealer this week to fix a list of issues and this is on the list but I make it a point to always try to know how things work and as usual there's no books or manuals with any info that I can locate on this subject. Am I correct in assume this is a two way communication when backing up?
Thxs

[gatorcq]

cell phones

[vettenuts]

We use small walkie talkies.

[soonerdave]

Put your cell phone on speaker phone mode. I have a suction mount for my phone which leaves my hands free but still able to talk to my wife. She does most of the talking!

[Dr4Film]

Don't need walkie-talkies, cell phones or two way microphones/speakers.

All you need is a travel partner or an educated RVer on the proper use of hand signals.

The following method is a fail-safe one that is simple and understandable in any language.

Hand Signals for Backing Your RV

Make sure to click on the Video button at the top right of the web page to view the actual use of hand signals while backing.

Dr4Film ----- Richard

[Dr. Q]

We tried cellphones for a couple parking escapades, but it was not as successful as you would think.

We have found that simple hand signals work the best. Of course, my co-pilot has her own set of hand signals, so it might take you some time to understand those I've found it much easier to understand her signals than to try and tech her new ones.

After backing in a couple times, all will be smooth....

[WDW]

Originally Posted by Dr4Film

Don't need walkie-talkies, cell phones or two way microphones/speakers.

All you need is a travel partner or an educated RVer on the proper use of hand signals.

The following method is a fail-safe one that is simple and understandable in any language.

Hand Signals for Backing Your RV

Dr4Film ----- Richard

2X

I only take directions from DW. others nearby maybe offering suggestions but unless I hear them scream emergency I don't listen . If I can't see her I stop.
If we don't agree based on what I'm seeing in my mirrors we stop. And then we talk if necessary I'll get out and walk it with her. WBut she isvery good at guiding me and I'm fortunate for that.

[bruceisla]

Originally Posted by dmctlc

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" Am I correct in assume this is a two way communication when backing up?
Thxs"

I don't think anyone answered this question .... I don't know. My RV has no rear speaker .... and I never owned an RV with a rear speaker.

[G Schulz]

Yes, the system is only set up for one way communication. I have the volume on mine turned off as the sound of the Diesel engine drowns out anything my wife would have to say anyway.

[bruceisla]

Originally Posted by G Schulz

Yes, the system is only set up for one way communication. I have the volume on mine turned off as the sound of the Diesel engine drowns out anything my wife would have to say anyway.

I may need that feature ... Uh Oh .... did I say that outloud ?

[fixn2gocamp]

Absolutely cel phones...we have used them for years. BUT practice and understand each other on hand signals and voiceless communication for that time when you have no signal! And NEVER move the MH or TT if you cannot see each other! Walkie Talkies work with practice, but you have to be very careful not to have one party key-down. Saw that happen at a park, man keyed down, wife kept screaming stop, he back over a water spigot, electric box and the concrete bumper.

[soonerdave]

Originally Posted by WDW

2X

I only take directions from DW. others nearby maybe offering suggestions but unless I hear them scream emergency I don't listen . If I can't see her I stop.
If we don't agree based on what I'm seeing in my mirrors we stop. And then we talk if necessary I'll get out and walk it with her. WBut she isvery good at guiding me and I'm fortunate for that.

I agree with you COMPLETELY on this! I only listen to my wife's directions and if I can't see her I stop too. Like you, my wife is good at giving directions, she'll ask where I want to be and then give good guidance to get me there! Love my wife and her directions!!!

[jasondxb]

I currently do not have a MH, but that changing soon, regardless of that i do the following, all of which translates no matter what you drive

Always have a look at the place I am about to reverse into, either as you pull past or stop and jump out. This usually highlights things you can point out to your partner to pay particular attention too

Only take instructions from one person

Where possible always maintain eye contact, if I loose this I stop

Agree on what signals you are going to use, voice/hand. If using the radio/mobiles, I make sure the person outside knows they are in charge and are in control of the radio. So many people try and talk over each other, end result you don't hear a thing

The above is particularly important when trying to avoid a disaster. People sometimes tend to panic in the face of this


Thats just the way I do it, and I am glad I can finally add something useful to the site

[Mudfrog]

Our back up camera provides only incoming sound and that works fine for us. My wife can speak in a normal tone to help with guidance when needed. She knows what to look for (obstructions, where door ends up, tree limbs,, etc,,) so she doesn't normally need to hear anything from me.