mts Posted May 18, 2007 Report Share Posted May 18, 2007 Having two sets of eyes – one in the front of their heads and another in the back – is something people all over the world have longed for since the beginning of time. Now, using a state-of-the-art rearview mirror-mounted liquid crystal display system, Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) will be the first automotive company in North America to give SUV owners the ability to clearly see what's happening behind the vehicle without taking their eyes off the road in front of them. The first of its kind to be installed in vehicles in the North American market, this rearview mirror-mounted Back Up Camera with Auto-Dimming Mirror Display will be available on CX-9 models not factory-equipped with DVD navigation systems – giving drivers the ability to see the display screen and the rearview mirror simultaneously. When the vehicle is shifted into reverse, an LCD screen automatically appears within the reflective surface of the mirror, showing a real-time panoramic view of the area at the rear of the vehicle. Once the vehicle is shifted into any other gear, the display disappears. Using special "transflective" coatings and lighting technology developed by Gentex Corporation, the high-resolution, 2.4-inch diagonal active-matrix video display is housed in an automatic-dimming rearview mirror, which dims in response to headlight glare from trailing vehicles in order to make nighttime driving safer. "Safety is always a top priority for Mazda and we want all CX-9 customers to have the added security of a rearview backup camera, regardless of the trim level or option package they select," said Jack Stavana, director, Accessory Operations, MNAO. "The Back Up Camera with Auto-Dimming Mirror Display kit is a great alternative for CX-9 buyers whose vehicles are not equipped with the factory navigation system and its integrated backup camera." Available as either a dealer-installed or port-installed option, the Back Up Camera with Auto-Dimming Mirror Display kit will include an auto-dimming rearview mirror with display and lift gate-mounted rear camera. Expected availability is early summer 2007, and pricing will start at $665 for a port-installed option or $675 for a dealer-installed option. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MazdaMomma Posted May 23, 2007 Report Share Posted May 23, 2007 about time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mts Posted May 23, 2007 Author Report Share Posted May 23, 2007 Not really.... if people would learn how to drive, these devices would not be needed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MazdaMomma Posted June 14, 2007 Report Share Posted June 14, 2007 Some people are not tall enough to see well behind them. MOrOn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troutman Posted August 5, 2007 Report Share Posted August 5, 2007 There are some applications where they can help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jdubs99 Posted September 20, 2007 Report Share Posted September 20, 2007 $1 dealership item, a bumper sticker in extremely small print; "If you can read this, I didn't buy the back up camera". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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mts Posted October 11, 2007 Author Report Share Posted October 11, 2007 Some people are not tall enough to see well behind them. MOrOn Then buy a Smart. If it is too big of a vehicle for you to see out of then you are a road hazard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enginph Posted October 11, 2007 Report Share Posted October 11, 2007 My brother has twins, almost 3years old. And they love to watch the cars behind on the headrest mounted screens Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MazdaMomma Posted October 12, 2007 Report Share Posted October 12, 2007 Some people are not tall enough to see well behind them. MOrOn Then buy a Smart. If it is too big of a vehicle for you to see out of then you are a road hazard. There are many cars on the market that I can see out the front and sides no problem, it it the back that gives me such trouble. Usually the height of the headrests and the back (dash?). This is one of the reasons that I hate Gotta's Taurus. I have trouble seeing out the back and the sides. So, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mts Posted October 12, 2007 Author Report Share Posted October 12, 2007 Get a booster seat then Maybe some blocks so you can reach the pedals... LMAO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MazdaMomma Posted October 13, 2007 Report Share Posted October 13, 2007 funny boy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troutman Posted October 27, 2007 Report Share Posted October 27, 2007 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirmakesalot Posted November 25, 2007 Report Share Posted November 25, 2007 starin through my rearview Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troutman Posted November 26, 2007 Report Share Posted November 26, 2007 That hasn't gone out of fashion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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