Accessories

 12 Volt power plug

The 12 volt power plug is used to connect some cameras to 12 volt wiring.  These are used with the wireless trailer camera systems and to provide power to the auto shutter on the rear view camera.  Power plugs are provide with the system sets, but if you should need another, it can be purchased here.  These are 2.1 mm by 5 mm plugs and can often be obtained locally.  Make sure you do not buy a 2.5 mm by 5 mm plug as they are easily confused.  This plug splices into existing wiring.

Static Suppressors

Static suppressors are sometimes needed in vehicles with wireless camera systems.  The vehicle itself generates a lot of electrical "static" which is carried throughout the wiring system.  If the alternator is not functioning in full capacity the static level may be high enough to produce serious interference in the video and audio reception.  The static suppressor is placed in the power line going to the transmitter or camera/transmitter (depending on your installation) and suppresses this electrical noise interference.  The 10 amp suppressor is sufficient for nearly all applications.  We also stock a 35 amp suppressor for extreme situation which may be encountered on heavy equipment with unshielded electrical systems

Camera Adapters

The 4PinRCA adapters allow you to use a 4 pin camera from a wired trailer system with a system using RCA connectors such as the Long Distance Camera system.  With an RCA4Pin adapter you can use an RCA connector camera with a 4 pin connector.  The wired trailer system uses the 4 pin connectors.  If you change from one system to another, you do not need to buy new cameras.  You can also move cameras from one installation to another depending on your needs at the time

Power Adapters

Power adapters change regular household current to 12 volt for the operation of 12 volt equipment.  Our power adapters are energy star approved and are of the regulated type insuring against power variations that may occur with non-regulated adapters.  The 500 mA adapter is for cameras.  The 1200 mA adapter is for monitors and the 1500 mA adapter is for the T series transmitters.  Call for European adapters.  We stock some Adapters to fit European electrical outlets.

12 Volt Car Adapter

This is the 12 volt automotive power adapter that is included with the wireless trailer camera system.  It plugs into any automotive power point or cigarette lighter. It has an LED light to let you know it is receiving power and has an internal 5 amp fuse to protect valuable equipment against damage from power surges.  This is a standard auto type fuse and can easily be replaced should the need arise.  The cord is 6 feet long and has a 2.1 mm by 5.5 mm terminal plug to fit all RanchCams 12 volt equipment.

12 Volt Surge Protector

The surge protector is seldom needed.  It controls surges in automotive lines that in some instances may damage equipment.  This is not a problem in the typical car or pick-up installation.  It my be needed with heavy equipment that has higher voltage systems for starting and some accessories.  These are generally 24 volt systems.  If 24 volts are only used for starting, you probably do not need a surge protector.  It may also be needed if you are running a large living area in a trailer and have a power inverter.  The surge protector has a standard 2.1 mm plug and jack.  It plugs in between the existing power plug and the camera.  There is nothing else to the installation.