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Garmin BC 50 NIGHT VISION Owner's Manual
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  • Page 1 50 NIGHT VISION ™ Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2 © 2022 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the written consent of Garmin. Garmin reserves the right to change or improve its products and to make changes in the content of this manual without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes or improvements. Go to www.garmin.com...
  • Page 3 Table of Contents Introduction........1 Viewing the Backup Camera..... 1 Pairing a BC 50 Night Vision Camera with a Garmin® Navigation Device..1 Guidance Lines......... 2 Multiple Cameras......3 Specifications........4 Table of Contents...
  • Page 5 • If your camera is connected to constant power, select • To show or hide the camera view using voice commands, say OK Garmin, Show Video or Hide Video. NOTE: Voice commands are not available on all navigation devices. The voice commands may vary based on your navigation device model.
  • Page 6 Guidance Lines NOTICE The guidance lines feature is intended for informational and reference purposes only. You are responsible for maintaining awareness of your surroundings. Guidance lines provide an approximate visual representation of the vehicle's path when in reverse. To provide the most accurate reference, you must align the guidance lines for each backup camera.
  • Page 7 > Adjust Video. 2 Select 3 Select Multiple Cameras You can pair a maximum of four compatible Garmin wireless cameras. Switching Cameras When multiple backup cameras are transmitting to your device, you can switch between the views from the cameras.
  • Page 8 Specifications Camera and transmitter input voltage From 9 to 28 Vdc Transmitter fuse 2 A, fast-blow Camera and transmitter current usage 300 mA at 12 Vdc Water rating (camera and transmitter) IEC 60529 IPX67 Operating temperature range From -20° to 60°C (from -4° to 140°F) Wireless frequency 2.4 GHz @ 17.5 dBm maximum The device is protected against the ingress of dust and withstands incidental exposure to water of up to 1 m for up to 30 min.
  • Page 10 May 2022 GUID-4A9AB391-E4DB-4B72-90F4-68BCDA4205F0 v1...
  • Page 11 For questions specific to your vehicle, you should contact the vehicle manufacturer. Getting the Owner's Manual The owner's manual includes instructions for using device features and accessing regulatory information. Go to garmin.com/manuals/BC50IR. June 2022 GUID-1C33CFFD-55D8-4B45-B3A8-79D0C0A7E83C v2...
  • Page 12 Device Overview Item Description Transmitter Camera Camera license plate clip bracket Camera surface mounting bracket Tools Needed • Drill and 10 mm, or size X (0.397 in.) drill bit • #2 Phillips screwdriver • Screws, bolts, or cable ties (to secure the transmitter) •...
  • Page 13 Transmitter Location and Wiring Considerations NOTICE The transmitter is not intended to be held or worn on your body while it is in use. When selecting a location to install the wireless transmitter, observe these considerations. • You should test a proposed installation location before you permanently install the transmitter. •...
  • Page 14 12 Vdc battery. 3 Test the transmitter for correct operation by viewing the camera on the compatible Garmin device. NOTE: You may need to pair the camera to the Garmin device before you can view the image and test the transmitter location (Pairing a BC 50 IR Camera with a Garmin Navigation Device, page 8).
  • Page 15 3 Using an appropriate drill bit, drill a hole for the camera cable to enter the vehicle. 4 Feed the camera cable through the hole, and route it to the transmitter location. 5 Adjust the angle of the camera, and tighten the hex screws using the included hex key.
  • Page 16 Mounting the Camera Directly on a Vehicle with Adhesive If the included screws cannot be used for installation, you can install the camera using the included adhesive strips. NOTICE The adhesive is intended for long-term installation and can be difficult to remove. You should carefully consider the mounting location before you install the mount.
  • Page 17 Installing the Transmitter Before you permanently install the transmitter, you must test the installation location for correct operation (Testing the Camera and Transmitter Location, page 4). 1 Secure the transmitter to the installation location using hardware appropriate for the location, such as screws, bolts, or cable ties.
  • Page 18 © 2022 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries Garmin ® and the Garmin logo are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries, registered in the USA and other countries. BC is a trademark of Garmin Ltd. or its ™ subsidiaries. These trademarks may not be used without the express permission of Garmin.