LPCB36 - Dash cam BOSS - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Dash Cam (Front/Rear View Camera)
Brand	Boss
Model	LPCB36
Placement	License Plate Mount
Viewing Angle	170°
Waterproof Rating	IP67
Resolution (TV Lines)	480
Effective Pixels	648 x 488
Video Output	1.0 vp-p, 75 Ω
Power Supply	12 VDC
TV System	NTSC
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	≥45 dB
Electronic Shutter	1/60 (NTSC)
White Balance	Auto
Minimum Illumination	0.1 Lux
Automatic Gain Control (AGC)	Auto
Operating Temperature	-30°C to +60°C (-22°F to +140°F)
Dimensions (L x W x H)	250 x 24 x 22 mm (9.84" x 0.945" x 0.866")
Video Cable Length	5 m (197")
Power Cable Length	1 m (39")
Camera Cable Length	0.5 m (20")
Package Contents	Camera, Power Cable, Video Cable, User Manual
Installation	Professional recommended; license plate mounting
Maintenance	Clean lens with damp fiber-free cloth
Safety	Disconnect battery before installation; consult professional installer

Frequently Asked Questions - LPCB36 BOSS

How do I install the camera for rear view mode?

Connect the video cable to the Rear Camera Input RCA socket on your head unit. Connect the red split wire to the Rear Camera Power Output. Ensure the reverse input wire is connected to the vehicle's reverse light. Mount the camera behind the license plate.

How can I remove the on-screen parking guidelines?

Cut open the white wire loop that splits from the camera's cable. Then unplug the power cable from the camera and plug it again to enable the new setting.

The camera image appears reversed. How do I correct it?

Cut open the blue wire loop that splits from the camera's cable. Then unplug and replug the power cable to enable the new setting.

What is the viewing angle of this camera?

The viewing angle is 170°.

Is the camera waterproof?

Yes, it has an IP67 ingress protection rating, meaning it is waterproof and dust-tight.

What power supply is required?

The camera requires 12 VDC power supply.

How do I connect the camera to my head unit?

Connect the yellow RCA plug of the video cable to the appropriate Camera Input RCA socket on your head unit (front or rear). Connect the red split wire of the video cable to the corresponding Camera Power Output wire. Then connect the other red split wire to the power cable's red wire, and black wire to car chassis.

Can I use this camera as a front camera?

Yes, it can be used as a front camera. Connect to Front Camera Input and Front Camera Power Output on your head unit. Note that front camera view is not accessible when reversing.

What should I do if I get no image on the display?

Ensure the power cable is securely plugged. Check all wiring connections. Verify the reverse input wire is connected to the reverse light for rear camera. Also ensure correct camera settings on your head unit.

How should I clean the camera lens?

Use a damp, fiber-free cloth to gently wipe the lens. Remove any water drops or dust.

USER MANUAL LPCB36 BOSS

Black plastic cable with red and yellow connectors attached, no visible text or symbols

Introduction

This camera is designed for use as a front view or rear-facing backup camera, and mounted over your license plate. When installed with any of our camera-capable head units, the camera view can be automatically triggered when shifting into reverse or manually triggered by selecting the camera button from the head unit home screen.

Package Contents

• 1x Camera with power and video sockets
• 1x Power cable with power plug
• 1x Video cable with two yellow RCA plugs
- User manual

Important

Please read and understand all instructions before you use your product. Failure to follow the instructions could result in injury and/or damage that could potentially void the warranty.

Important safety precautions

• Use of the camera must not replace other safe driving habits. Precise control and looking around before backing up is necessary.
• Always remember that the area displayed by the camera is limited, and certain obstacles may not be detected or not reliably detected.

Installation precautions

• WARNING: Always consult a professional installer.
• Improper wiring and mounting of the camera can cause damage, injury or accident. Have installation performed by a professional only. Contact our technical support for any installation questions.
• Disconnect the negative terminal of the vehicle battery prior to wiring.
• When making modifications to your car due to the installation, make sure the safety and structural integrity of the car is not impaired.
• Hide wires under car floor mat or through car headliner. Make sure wires are not squeezed or damaged by sharp edges. Use rubber bushings for penetrations.

Wiring

• Follow two steps described below to install this product as a front camera or a rear camera.
• The rear camera view automatically turns on when reversing. Ensure you connect the “Reverse Input” wire on your head unit to the vehicle’s reverse light for reverse trigger. Front camera view is not accessible when reversing.

• Both rear and front camera view can be selected via Home screen options on your head unit.

• Connect the video cables.

a Connect one yellow RCA plug of the video cable to your head unit.

Front camera: to "Front Camera Input" RCA socket.

Rear camera: to "Rear Camera Input" RCA socket.

b Connect the other yellow RCA plug of the video cable to the yellow RCA socket on the camera.

1. Connect the power cables.

C Connect the red split wire of the video cable to your head unit.

Front camera: to "Front Camera Power Output" wire.

Rear camera: to "Rear Camera Power Output" wire.

d Connect the other red split wire of the video cable to the red wire of the power cable.

e Connect the black (ground) wire of the power cable to the car chassis.

Connect the black plug of the power cable to the red socket on the camera.

Mounting

The camera is designed for mounting behind the license plate of your car through the screw holes on the license plate. No drilling hole is required.

1. Remove the license plate lamp. Through the opening of the license plate lamp, run the camera's cable from the outside into the inside of the car.
2. Remove the license plate screws. Align the camera frame with two top screw holes on the license plate, and secure the camera frame with two license plate screws. Make sure the camera is correctly oriented to avoid reverse image.

Technical line drawing of a mechanical component with two attached parts and alignment lines (no text or symbols)

License plate frame
Camera frame

1. Verify the camera angle is properly positioned. If needed, loosen the screws and adjust the camera angle then re-tighten the screws.

Troubleshooting

Problem Solution
No image Ensure	the camera's power cable is securely plugged.Ensure there is correct and secure wiring between the camera and your head unit.Ensure the reverse input wire on your head unit is connected to the vehicle's reverse light.Ensure correct camera settings on your head unit.
Image blurry Check for water drops or dust on the camera lens.Clean it with a damp, fiber-free cloth.
Image shaking Ensure the camera is tightly mounted.
Image slanted Adjust the camera frame position.

Image Setting

• To remove the on-screen parking guidelines, cut open the white wire loop which splits from the camera's cable. Otherwise, keep the white wire loop uncut.
• If the camera image appears reverse, cut open the blue wire loop which splits from the camera's cable. Otherwise, keep the blue wire loop uncut.
• Make sure to unplug the power cable from the camera and plug it again to enable the new setting (after cutting off the white or blue wire loop).

Specifications

Power supply 12 VDC
Viewing angle 170^
TV system....NTSC
Video output 1.0 vp-p, 75 Ω
S/N ratio.....≤45 dB
Ingress protection rating....IP67 (waterproof)
Operating conditions....-22 to +140°F (-30 to +60°C) max. 95% RH
White balance....Auto
Illumination ....min. 0.1 lux
Automatic gain control (AGC)......Auto
Resolution (TV lines) 480
Electronic shutter speed 1/60 (NTSC)
Effective pixels....648 x 488
Dimensions (L x W x H)....9.84" x 0.945" x 0.866"
250 x 24 x 22 mm
Cable length 197"/5m (video cable); 39"/1m (power cable); 20"/0.5m (camera's cable)

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

BOSS Audio Systems

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