NATDA Magazine Mar/Apr 2016 | Page 14

Hyndsight Offers the Trailer Industry the Next Generation of Portable, Wire-Free Rear Vision Systems Hyndsight Vision Systems has announced a versatile new rear view wire-free vision system that fills a need in the trailer industry to help prevent collisions and provide safety monitoring. Hyndsight Vision Systems is taking a big step forward in the consumer vision industry with the introduction of their new portable, wirefree rear view vision system called Journey. This turnkey system is comprised of a custom designed camera and monitor with a sunlight readable screen, antenna set, and two mounts in a hard shell case. Journey is rugged, weather resistant and provides a “real-to-life” visual field. The system provides real-time video stream through a direct wire-free connection (camera to monitor) and a clear image that can transmit up to one-third of a mile with direct line of sight. One of the revolutionary highlights of Journey is that it can be mounted literally anywhere, with the ability to pair-up to four cameras per monitor. It can operate four to five hours before charging is required or can be optionally hard-wired. Three product lines with different lens angles are available, offering additional flexibility and options for use in any environment. “So many so-called “wire-free” rear vision systems leave consumers disappointed because most of these systems need to be hard-wired for power and antenna connections which can be time consuming and result in costly installation fees on top of the cost of the unit,” says Melissa Thompson, CEO of Hyndsight. “Obstructed v \