Hey guys, I purchased a backup camera to install onto the WJ. I have a question. I want it to come on when I place the Jeep in reverse but would also like it to come on with the flip of a switch. Is it just a matter of adding a switched 12v source to the same line that connects to the reverse lights?
If the camera is wired in to turn on with the backup lights then it will function as normal. Then you should be able to wire in an alternate power source with a fuse, relay and switch. But that switch should not have any effect on the reverse lights. You just need to figure out the right place to connect it. prolly between the unit and the connection to the reverse lights.
WRONG...most camera get a 12+ signal to turn on. this is connected, most times, to the reverse light wire. If you hook a switch up to feed 12+ v to this wire, it will go to the reverse lights and light them up too.