RVCAD-81B - Rear Camera CRUX - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Rear View Camera Integration Module for Audi Non-MMI Vehicles
Brand	CRUX
Model	RVCAD-81B
Compatible Vehicles	Audi A4, A6, Q5 (2008-2014) with Non-MMI systems
Inputs	3 AV inputs (AV1, AV2, AV3), RGB input, rear camera CVBS
Output	LVDS to factory monitor
Parking Assistance	Dynamic parking guideline (PAS) with PDC display
On-Screen Display (OSD)	Adjustable image, parking settings, utilities
Power Supply	12V-24V DC (vehicle ACC)
Power Harness Included	Yes, with CAN wires, ACC, GND, reverse signal
Remote Control Included	Yes, with OSD menu navigation
Cables Included	LVDS IN, LVDS OUT, A/V, RGB, Touch, Rear Camera Power, Mode, IR, Touch in
DIP Switch Settings	8 switches for input mode configuration
Dimensions (approx.)	4.5 x 3.0 x 1.0 inches (115 x 76 x 25 mm)
Weight (approx.)	0.3 lbs (135 g)
Operating Temperature	-20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F)
Maintenance	Keep dry and clean; disconnect power before adjustments
Safety Precautions	Disconnect power harness before changing DIP switches; avoid short circuits
Spare Parts Available	Remote control, cables, harness (contact Crux Interfacing Solutions)
Repairability	Module not user-serviceable; contact manufacturer for support
Warranty	Check with Crux Interfacing Solutions
Manual Revision	011917

Frequently Asked Questions - RVCAD-81B CRUX

What vehicles is the CRUX RVCAD-81B compatible with?

The RVCAD-81B is designed for Audi A4, A6, and Q5 models from 2008 to 2014 that have Non-MMI systems (no control knob behind gear shifter).

How do I connect the CAN wires?

Connect CAN-H-HS (Brown+Green-3Pin) of the interface to CAN High (Orange+Brown) of the car, and CAN-L-HS (Green-4pin) to CAN Low (Orange+Green) of the car.

What do the DIP switches do?

DIP switches configure input sources. Switch 1 and 2 ON hide RGB and A/V1 modes. Switch 7 ON enables external rear camera (CVBS4). All others should be OFF unless needed. See manual for details.

How do I adjust the parking guidelines?

Enter the Factory Menu, choose PAS SETUP. Use ◀/▶ to adjust H-POS, ▲/▼ for V-POS, and in TYPE select wide (0001) or narrow (0000) guidelines.

Why doesn't my rear camera work?

Ensure you have set DIP switch 7 ON and selected the proper rear camera detection type (LAMP or CAN) in OSD. If using CAN, verify CAN wiring. If still not working, connect the camera to the reverse light wire.

How do I access the OSD menu?

Use the included remote control. Press the MENU key to activate OSD. Use ▲/▼/◀/▶ to navigate and OK to select. Press ◀ for 2 seconds to enter factory settings.

Can I use this module with aftermarket navigation?

Yes, the module has AV and RGB inputs for external nav units. You can switch modes using the steering wheel or remote. Be sure to set the correct navigation model in UTIL1 settings.

How do I reset the module to factory defaults?

In the OSD menu, go to UTIL1 and select FACTORY RESET. This resets video positions and settings but does not affect DIP switch settings.

What should I do if the touchscreen is not calibrated?

In UTIL2, select CALIBRATE and confirm with YES. Follow on-screen instructions to touch calibration points. Ensure the touch cable is properly connected.

Is the remote control required for operation?

While some functions can be switched via the steering wheel, the remote is needed for OSD menu adjustment, parking line setup, and calibration.

USER MANUAL RVCAD-81B CRUX

• Activates Reverse camera input in Non MMI Audi vehicles.
• Rear-view camera input.
• Provides three AV Inputs.
• With OE type Dynamic Parking Assistance + PDC.
• On-screen display and setup.

Vehicle Applications

AUDI

2008 - 2014 A4

2008 - 2014 A6

2008 - 2014 Q5

Navigation / Radio Compatibility

- Works on Audi vehicles with Non MMI systems (no MMI Control Knob behind the gear shifter).

Parts Included

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Wiring Diagram

Connecting the CAN Wires

Connect CAN-H-HS (Brown+Green-3Pin) of the interface to CAN High (Orange + Brown) of the car Connect CAN-L-HS (Green-4pin) of the interface to CAN Low (Orange + Green) of the car

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Installation Instructions

Connection of LCD Wires

1. Unplug the OE LCD cable from a monitor and connect to the supplied LVDS-IN cable. Please refer to the photo above. WARNING: The ACC wire should be at the bottom. (see arrow)
2. Connect the other end of the original LVDS IN cable to LVDS IN port of the interface.

1. Connect the supplied LVDS-OUT cable to OEM Monitor and connect the other end to the LVDS OUT port of the interface.

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Connecting the CAN Wires

1. Tap the CAN High wire (green + brown) of the RVCAD-81B to the CAN High wire (orange + green) of the vehicle.
2. Tap the CAN Low wire (green) of the RVCAD-81B to the CAN Low wire (orange + brown) of the vehicle.

DIP Switch Settings

ON: DOWN / OFF: UP Default : #8 OFF

DIP S/W : 1, 2 ON (hide INPUT MODE)
DIP S/W : 3 OFF (A/V2 display)
DIP S/W:4 OFF (A/V3 display)
DIP S/W : 5 OFF
DIP S/W : 6 OFF
DIP S/W : 7 ON (display external rear cam)
DIP S/W:8 OFF

PIN	Function	Dip S/W Selection
1	Displaying RGB input	ON: RGB mode skipOFF: RGB mode display
2	Displaying A/V 1	ON: A/V 1 mode skipOFF: A/V1 mode display
3	Displaying A/V 2	ON: A/V 2 mode skipOFF: A/V2 mode display
4	Displaying A/V 3	ON: A/V 3 mode skipOFF: A/V3 mode display
5	Not used: Set to OFF
6	Not used: Set to OFF
7	Setup of rear camera use	ON: CVBS4OFF: MAIN
8	Not used: Set to OFF

NOTE: Disconnect the Power Harness before changing the DIP Switch setting.

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Remote Control

Key	Function
POWER & PIP	Not available
MENU	Activating OSD menu
OK	Making a selection, changing image display
▲	UP
▼	DOWN
◀	LEFT(press for 2 seconds to access the factory mode)
▶	RIGHT(press for 2 seconds to reset all user settings)

OSD Settings

Press the ◀ of the remote control for 2 seconds to enter settings.

□ IMAGE

Adjust navigation position and size

H-POSITION : Move display horizontally V-POSITION : Move display vertically

□ PARK

PAS TYPE Selecting Type of parking guide line - NOT USED : Not use Parking guide line
- PAS ON : Selecting Dynamic Parking guide line
- PAS OFF : Selecting fixed Parking guide line

PAS SETUP : Adjusting the position and Selecting type of the parking guide line

REAR TYPE : Choose rear camera recognition
* LAMP - Detecting the rear view camera via rear lamp (Installer must connect "Rear-C" cable of the power cable to the rear lamp of the car.)
*CAN - Detecting the rear view camera by CAN signal (Installer must connect "CAN" cable of the power cable to the "CAN" cable of the car.)

SAFE ENABLE : If your car is connected with CAN cable and it is in "ON" state, you can NOT watch DVD or A/V except original image or navigation while driving. At that time the screen get back to the main (default : OFF)

RADAR ENABLE: When set the gear to "R", Display PDC

NOTE:

In case the Rear camera does not work with "CAN", please connect the camera to the reverse light wire. (PAS and PDC will ot work in this situation)

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Parking Line Setting

Go to Factory Menu, choose PAS SETUP, press OK button change: H-POS → V-POS → TYPE

H-POS

In H-POSITION, use ◀, ▶ on remote control, to adjust parking guideline left and right.

V-POS

In V-POSITION, use ▲, ▼ on remote control, to adjust parking guideline up and down.

TYPE

In TYPE, use ▲, ▼ on remote control, to select parking guide line type for rear camera.

0001: wide parking guide line

0000: narrow parking guide line

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UTIL1 Settings

Setup for navigation

UTIL1- NAVI MODEL Definition of the navigation resolution

DEFAULT: default, 400 X 234, in low resolution

Setup for car model

UTIL1- CAR MODEL Selecting model of the car

A4L-NEW A4L-OLD

UTIL1– AV OUT SELECT Selecting background sound After returning from navigation or original mode

DEFAULT: Selecting AV sound just before changing navigation or original mode from the AV mode

AV 1\~3: Sound of the selected AV source 1\~3

UTIL1 - FACTORY RESET

FACTORY MODE RESET

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UTIL2- I_DRV REMOTE Choose DTV and DVD model to be control I_DRV function

LI-1DISC

NEC-6DISC

USER(when using IR MEMORY)

• Select DVD model: Setting on AV1 Mode
• Select DTV model: Setting on A/V2 mode

UTIL2- I_DRV CONTROL
Selecting whether to use I_DRV function or not

ON / OFF

A/V1 : Control DVD Remote control UI

A/V2 : Control DTV Remote control UI

UTIL2-IR MEMORY
To register DVD, DTV remote control, the remote control value must be registered and can be control with touch DVD (A/V1), DTV(A/V2)

To use this function, in UTIL2-I_DRV REMOTE select USER mode

UTIL2-CALIBRATE
Touch Calibration

YES / NO

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Operation

User can switch mode using original button in steering wheel

* Long Press : Switching mode (RGB→A/V1\~3→Original mode)

* Short Press : Move to Original mode

FACTORY MODE→UTIL1→

CAR MODEL→A4L-NEW

FACTORY MODE→UTIL1→

CAR MODEL→A4L-OLD

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OSD (On Screen Display) Settings

IMAGE

* BRIGHTNESS
* CONTRAST
* SHARPNESS

OSD

*LANGUAGE : Set OSD language (only support English and Chinese)
* TRANS : Adjust OSD transparency
*H-POSITION : Move OSD horizontally
* V-POSITION : Move OSD vertically

UTIL

* FACTORY RESET

: Factory reset only for OSD function (unable reset video position)

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