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NTV-KIT580 Overview The W205-RVC Kit allows the user to add a backup camera input (with active parking lines!) and 1 video input to the factory media screen in select 2015 Mercedes vehicles with the new infotainment system. Installation is performed entirely behind the radio (disc player).
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03/02/15 NTV-DOC203 Interface Connectors Video IN Rear-CAM IN/CAM Power Power/CAN OUOUT Dip Switches LVDS OUT LVDS IN (from (to screen) radio) Dip Switch Settings Rear Camera Aux Video N/A [Must Stay UP] Screen Size Dip Sw: 8.4” Monitor DOWN 7” Monitor *Note: Remove power to the unit prior to making adjustments to the dip switches.
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03/02/15 NTV-DOC203 Dash Removal (’15 C-Class) 1. Use a plastic tool to remove the silver trim behind the COMAND touchpad controller. You will have to open the center console and press the arm rest locks forwards for clearance: 2. Remove (2x) Torx 20 screws hidden beneath the silver trim piece in step 1: 3.
1. With the radio removed, disconnect all harnesses and set the radio aside. 2. Gather the provided ‘Power/CAN Harness’ from the W205-RVC kit. Solder the following wires to the smaller black plug, located in the car radio’s main power plug:...
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CAM input harness. NOTE: This power source will supply 12v ACC whenever CAN data is awake. 8. Connect the white plug from the ‘Power/CAN Harness’ to the port on the W205-RVC interface labeled ‘POWER/CAN’. 9. Optional: If adding an additional video input, connect the provided ‘Video in Harness’...
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03/02/15 NTV-DOC203 Parking Sensors Note If this C-Class is not equipped with OEM parking sensors, remove the displayed sensor bar from the rear camera image by entering into the MENU (see next page) and selecting ‘OFF’ where applicable under ‘Rear view camera settings’.
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03/02/15 NTV-DOC203 W205-RVC Operation Once the W205-RVC is connected properly, reverse activation is automatic. Placing the vehicle in reverse will display the connected camera’s image automatically. Return (Menu Hold (5 seconds) to control) enter Installer MENU Navigate the menu...
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