Why is the reversing camera unclear at night?
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Here are the reasons and solutions for unclear reversing camera images at night: 1. Poor sealing of the camera lens. When temperatures drop at night, moisture in the air condenses into water droplets on the camera, causing unclear reversing images. Use a hot air blower to blow on the camera for a few minutes to remove the moisture. Apply glue for sealing to prevent water seepage from recurring. 2. Dust or dirt on the camera lens. Clean it with a soft cloth. 3. Issues with the brightness and contrast of the central control display. Adjust the brightness and contrast in the vehicle system until the reversing image becomes clear. Below is additional information about car reversing cameras: 1. The car reversing camera system uses a wide-angle far-infrared camera installed at the rear of the vehicle, displaying clear images of rear obstacles on the in-car screen. 2. Its purpose is to allow the driver to see the rear situation on the display while reversing, avoiding accidents caused by the driver's inability to see behind the vehicle, thus ensuring safer reversing.
Last time I encountered this issue while reversing at night, and after some thought, I realized there could be several reasons. The most straightforward one is a dirty camera lens—mud or dust blocking it naturally makes the image unclear, so it needs regular cleaning. Another reason could be the camera itself being subpar, performing poorly in low-light conditions at night, especially in some older car models. Additionally, if the reverse lights are faulty, it can also affect the image quality since the camera relies on them for illumination. It's advisable to first check if the lights are working and then gently clean the lens with a soft cloth. If the problem persists, upgrading to a high-definition night vision camera might be necessary—some models with infrared capabilities perform quite well. Safety comes first; never compromise on a blurry reversing image at night.
