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1 out of 5 stars.
Back up camera solar powered 4.3
3 years ago
Resolution for camera is poor camera and bracket will not stay affixed to windshield not good quality
No, I do not recommend this product.
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4 out of 5 stars.
Easy setup and installation no hardwire to install.
3 years ago
Works great except they tell you it has night vision which is a lie but other than that it works for me. Easy to setup and install \m/
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1 out of 5 stars.
Too weak of signal
3 years ago
I purchased to install on a regular cab Ford F150. After ensuring I fully charged the unit installing was simple. However it could not communicate between the display and camera. I removed the camera and placed in on top of the end gate, the display would be intermittent. It needed to be in unobstructed sight and less that 10' between display and camera. I returned it with no issue.
No, I do not recommend this product.
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Response from Horizon Brands:
3 years ago
Horizon Brands
Hello Not a Techie
We are sorry to hear about your experience with the TYPE S Solar Powered Backup Camera. We would like to learn more about your experience with the product to improve our products for future customers. Please contact our Customer Service at (866) 294-9244, Monday to Saturday, 8am to 5pm Pacific Time
1 out of 5 stars.
doesn't last more than 12 months
4 years ago
I bought the camera in July 2020, it broke in January 2021, invoked standard warranty, got replaced product. The replaced camera broke 10 months later. Original warranty expired and I am out of my money paid for the purchase. Don't trust this manufacturer.
No, I do not recommend this product.
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Response from Horizon Brands:
4 years ago
Horizon Brands
Hi Dan2610 - Thanks so much for providing feedback about your purchase. Please contact our Customer Care team, we'd love the opportunity to improve your experience. Call us toll-free (866) 294-9244 Monday to Saturday 8am to 5pm PST. We'll get you squared away.
2 out of 5 stars.
Technically works, but doesn't fit over BC plates
4 years ago
As far as I can tell, this product works just fine. The camera works well enough as well as the monitor with motion activation. Installation is also very easy. However, I couldn't manage to mount it in a way that actually framed the licence plate without blocking out the bottom of the plate, where it obscured the insurance/registration stickers. I also tried to mount it lower down, so it would only cover the top part of the license plate without obscuring the numbers, but then it floated awkwardly and tilted up so that the guide lines weren't at all accurate. There appears to be no way to mount this on a BC plate without obscuring part of it and leaving an unsightly gap on the other side. This might not concern you if you have enough room to mount it lower down on the plate, but at best it looks pretty janky when installed, and at worst it's totally illegal. As far as I'm concerned, this product should not be stocked in stores in BC, or any province with licence plates of similar dimensions.
No, I do not recommend this product.
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Response from Horizon Brands:
4 years ago
Horizon Brands
Hello Mike K, Thank you for your feedback regarding the Type S Solar Powered Back Up Camera, we appreciate your feedback and strive to continuously improve our products through feedback such as yours. Please give our customer service department at (866) 294-9244, Monday to Saturday, 8am to 5pm Pacific Time. Thank you, Horizon Brands.
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Q: How long can the camera operate continuously (both plugged into USB and not plugged in/using solar)? Just bought the flex-mount one and despite all the mounting options it still doesn't work to attach to inside of trailer rear window. This might work!
4 years ago
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A: The solar power is always charging the camera. it hasn't run out yet on a cloudy day. you can get the display to run for upto 90s. The camera is a bit too wide angle if you want to see who's driving behind you.
4 years ago
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Q: Earlier it was said it does not need to be hard wired to the reverse light yet the box shows that it should be wired and also comes with a wiring kit. The sales rep at the was pretty adamant that it needed to be wired. So which is it ?
6 years ago
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A: Hello, this is a wireless camera system. There is no hardwiring to reverse tail lights required, nor is this even possible with this kit.
6 years ago
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Q: What is the range for the camera to monitor? We are thinking of putting this on our RV trailer, which is about 32' long to our pickup truck dash. The pickup is approx 20' long
5 years ago
1 Answer
A: Our product is specified to work wirelessly up to 33.’ We have had reviews from customers who have successfully used this product on RV’s and trucks with extended trailers.
5 years ago
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Q: Est-ce résistent au froid du québec (-15 et plus....)
Q: Does the camera (license plate) have to be recharged via the USB cable prior to installation?
5 years ago
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A: Hi Hugh, Thanks for reaching out! We definitely recommend fully charging the camera (license plate frame) via included MicroUSB-to-USB cable prior to installation. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us directly (866) 294-9244 toll-free.
5 years ago
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Q: Is there a function that it will only turn on when you are reversing?
6 years ago
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A: Hello, Because the camera is not wired to your reverse light, the only way to turn on the camera is through activating the motion detection sensor on the monitor.
6 years ago
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Q: I have a Ford E450 Motorhome that’s 30 feet long. Will the distance from camera to monitor be an issue?
6 years ago
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A: Hello TulsaTime10 - Thanks fo reaching out. The camera and monitor should work on your motorhome.
6 years ago
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Q: J'ai une roulotte à sellette de 29 pieds et je voudrais y installer cette caméra.
De la caméra au moniteur dans le pickup, il ya a une distance d'environ 55 pieds.
Vais-je avoir une image claire?
A: Probablement pas... La portée maximale de l'appareil est d'environs 50' et la portée recommandée est environs 30' donc c'est possible que vous n'ayez même pas d'image rendu à 55'.
Q: Do you have to contact to the back-up light contacter as I have a Dodge Gran Carvan..
6 years ago
1 Answer
A: Hello, thanks for reaching out. This is a wireless camera. You do not need to hardwire into your tail lights. After you charge the camera overnight and test the connection with the monitor, simply install as you would any license plate frame.
6 years ago
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Q: The flyer says this is a wireless camera but the above listing shows as wired. Which is right?
6 years ago
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A: Hello, Thanks for reaching out. It seems like the description on the CTC site is wrong. This product is wireless. The camera is built into a license plate frame, which mounts to your vehicle with screws, just like any other license plate frame. The only portion of this product that is wired, is the 4.3" monitor which uses a 12V cigarette lighter adapter (CLA) power supply.
6 years ago
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