One big problem I have with Night View is that the computer determines when to enable the IR projectors (above 4mph, it has to be dark out, etc) Additionally, the dashboard light only illuminates when the Night View projectors are burnt out, which is inconsistent with what I'd expect (I'd love for the Night View LED to be illuminated whenever the Night View is turned on). Hacking the circuitry in the engine "room" is fine, since it's accessible. Grounding pin 7 gives me the Night View LED on the dash.
Unfortunately, though, it looks like the rest of the circuitry is tied into the Night View ECU.
I'm 100% sure someone else has run into this problem and disappointment with the factory system before. Does anyone know if the Night View ECU can be tricked into thinking the vehicle is going above 4mph at all times and that it's nighttime? Do I need to 'murder out' (tint) the camera on the rearview mirror? I just want the IR projectors to be engaged, regardless of whether the computer thinks its a good idea or not.
Night View schematic attached,
Unfortunately, though, it looks like the rest of the circuitry is tied into the Night View ECU.
I'm 100% sure someone else has run into this problem and disappointment with the factory system before. Does anyone know if the Night View ECU can be tricked into thinking the vehicle is going above 4mph at all times and that it's nighttime? Do I need to 'murder out' (tint) the camera on the rearview mirror? I just want the IR projectors to be engaged, regardless of whether the computer thinks its a good idea or not.
Night View schematic attached,