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BC 30 Wireless Backup Camera isn't working properly 

If you are encountering difficulty using the BC 30 Wireless Backup Camera the troubleshooting 
below should be able to alleviate most concerns: 

Compatibility: 

 Ensure your automotive device is compatible with the BC 30 

 

A list of compatible devices can be found in the 

FAQ

:   

Automotive GPS devices that 

can add a backup camera

 

Software Update:

  Update the automotive device's software using 

Garmin Express

 

 

The BC 30 itself does not require additional software updates; however, the compatible 
navigation device used with the backup camera may need to be updated from time to 
time. 

Installation: 

 The BC 30 requires proper installation and correct accessories in order to function. 

 

Verify you are using the Vehicle Power Cable/Camera Receiver included with the BC 30 

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While this cable may appear very similar to the vehicle cable originally included 
with your automotive device, the BC 30 will only work with the cable packaged 
with the wireless camera.  This cable includes an internal wireless receiver not 
available on your original power cable.  On the end of the cable that connects to 
your vehicle's 12 volt outlet, the bottom of this connection should have a BC 30 
label to identify that the correct cable is being used. 

 

Verify that the camera is 

installed

 correctly 

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Garmin recommends having the BC 30 professionally installed. Otherwise, please 
follow the installation instructions included with the BC 30. 

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BC 30 Installation Video series

 

 

Ensure that the transmitter is not connected directly to metal 

 

Ensure that nothing metal is obstructing the path from the transmitter to the receiver 
(vehicle cable) 

 

Use an 

extension cable

 in cases where the transmitter would be mounted further than 40-

45 feet from the receiver 

Pairing the Camera: 

 The camera transmitter must be paired with the receiver connected to the 

device in order to display an image 

 

Detailed Instructions can be found in the 

FAQ

:   

Pairing the BC 30 Wireless Backup 

Camera transmitter and the BC 30 Receiver

 

 

If the device disconnects or shows a blank image after completing pairing, this can 
generally be resolved by rebooting the automotive device. 

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