Rear View Monitor System

System Diagram:

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

1. GENERAL
a. To assist the driver in parking the vehicle by monitoring the rear view, this system has a television camera mounted on the luggage compartment door to display the rear view of the vehicle on the multi-display.
b. This system consists of the following components: television camera ECU, television camera assembly, multi-display.
c. This system is equipped with a self-diagnosis system, which is operated on a dedicated window that appears on the display panel, just as in the navigation system.

2. FUNCTION OF COMPONENTS

a. The television camera ECU controls the system by using information from the following components.

3. OPERATION EXPLANATION
a. The ECM, through the CAN communication system, inputs the R position signal from the neutral start switch to the television camera ECU when the shift lever is moved to the R position.

After receiving the R position signal, the television camera ECU switches the display signal for the multi-display from the navigation system to the rear view monitor system.

4. COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

a. This rear view monitor system communicates between the components by AVC-LAN.

5. DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION
a. This rear view monitor system has a diagnostic function (displayed in "NAVIGATION SYSTEM" of the multi-display).
b. A three-digit "unit code (physical address)" number (in hexadecimal notation) is set in each component that makes up AVC-LAN.
c. A two-digit "logical address" number (in hexadecimal notation) is set in each function of the components that makes up the AVC-LAN.

6. OUTLINE OF AVC-LAN

a. What is AVC-LAN?
AVC-LAN is the abbreviation for Audio Visual Communication-Local Area Network. This is a unified standard co-developed by 6 audio manufacturers associated with Toyota Motor Corporation.
The unified standard includes signals such as audio, visual, and signals for switch indication and communication.

b. Objectives
Recently, developments in car audio systems have been rapid and functions have been changed drastically. The conventional system has been switched to the multi-media type such as a navigation system. At the same time, customers want to upgrade their audio systems. This is the factor that lies behind this standardization.

The concrete objectives are explained below.
1. When products by different manufacturers were combined, malfunctions such as sound failure occurred. This problem can be solved by standardization of signals.
2. Various types of after market products are available.
3. Because of the above (2), each manufacturer has been able to concentrate on developing products in their strongest field. This has enabled the development of inexpensive products.
4. In general, a new product developed by one particular manufacturer could not be used due to a lack of compatibility with other manufacturers products. By developing this new standard, users can enjoy a range of compatible products from different manufacturers anytime they want.

HINT:
- When +B short or GND short is detected in AVC-LAN circuit, communication stops, and the audio system does not function normally.
- When audio system is not equipped with a navigation system, the audio head unit is the master unit. When the audio system is equipped with a navigation system, the multi-display is the master unit.
- The radio receiver is equipped with a resistor (60 to 80 Ohm) for communication.
- The car audio system using AVC-LAN circuit has a diagnosis function.
- Each product has its own specified number called a physical address (three-digit number). Numbers are also allotted to each function within a product, which are called logical addresses (two-digit number).

7. NOTES FOR REAR VIEW MONITOR
a. Notes for rear view monitor.
1. The rear view monitor may not function properly if subjected to a severe blow by any hard object.
2. Do not "scrub" the cover part of the camera (resin made). Scrubbing it may scratch the cover and affect the image. Prevent organic solvents, waxes, bond removing solvents, or glass coating from adhering to the cover. Clean it off immediately, and wash with water.
3. Exposing the camera to sudden temperature change may affect proper function.
4. A clear image may not appear if the camera is dirty with snow, mud, etc. In that case, wash with water and wipe off. Use a detergent to remove dirt if necessary.

b. Images are difficult to discern even in normal conditions if:
1. Camera screen is frosted over (the image immediately after turning the ignition switch to the ON position may be blurred or darker than normal).
2. A strong beam of light, such as a sunbeam or headlamp, hits the camera.
3. It is too dark around the camera (at night, etc.).
4. The ambient temperature around the camera is either too high or too low.

HINT: When a strong light, such as a sunbeam reflected off the vehicle's body, hits the camera, the image may be blurred. This is called the "SMEAR" phenomenon, peculiar to the CCD camera.