Recommended Backup Camera for a Pre-Wired Forest River Trailer

Updated 12/31/2025 | Published 12/27/2025

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Question:

I have a Forest River 356QB Hemisphere that I have bought. It is pre wired with a Furrion backup camera. But I didnt get a the viewer for it. Do you have something that will work for this. Thanks

asked by: JEFFERY P

Expert Reply:

We sure do Jeff and congrats on the new trailer. If by viewer you mean a new monitor we have the following three options that work with the Furrion Vision S system:

Replacement 7" Monitor for Furrion Vision S Wireless RV Camera System item # FR47FR

Replacement 5" Monitor for Furrion Vision S Wireless RV Camera System item # FR97FR

Replacement 4.3" Monitor for Furrion Vision S Wireless RV Camera System item # FR77FR

Please note that these monitors only work with the Furrion Vision S systems. There's also an S+ system that we do not have a replacement monitor for. If you could get me a part number off of your camera, I can confirm which system you have.

What kind of truck are you using to pull your trailer? There's a few newer model trucks that require the use of a special adapter item # FR87PR or item # VGR64VR with any backup camera systems. It has to do with the amount of voltage sent through the power circuit on your vehicle's 7-Way.

You can add this information, along with any other questions you have, where it says Reply to Jerred H.

If you need to add an entire backup camera system to your Forest River, you'll want the Furrion Vision S Wireless RV Backup Camera System w/ Night Vision item # FOS05TASF.

The Furrion Vision S item # FOS05TASF comes with a wireless 5" monitor and a backup camera with night vision capabilities that will connect directly to your Furrion prewire. The included mounts and wiring will get you all setup and running.

We also have the Furrion Vision S Wireless RV Backup Camera System w/ 3 Cameras item # FCE48TASL-05. This setup comes with two side view cameras that can be wired into your rear lights. These will expand the view around the sides of your trailer.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Ralph G.

12/29/2025

I have the wireless model with camera mounted on rear of a 40 ft 5th wheel. Monitor in cab of pull vehicle. Works great for seeing obstacles when backing but a larger monitor would be more helpful when trying to manage a backin parking maneuver

Ken W.

12/29/2025

I put the camera on my 316RLS and love it. Its just like looking into your trucks rear view mirror and has a very high quality picture.Its great for backing up too, and also has a microphone so your helper doesn't have to shout! The side camera are nice but I use them rarely.

Jerred H.

12/29/2025

@KenW That microphone feature on the Furrion Vision S item # FOS05TASF and item # FCE48TASL-05 is so helpful.

Bryan S.

12/29/2025

Most Forest River camper come pre-wired. You have to buy the camera and monitor separate. Installation is simple. Remove factory screws and plastic piece used to keep wires watertight, then plug in new camera and reattach. Adjust camera to desired view and your all set. If your tow vehicle is a GM product you will also have to buy an adapter to tell the computer how to adjust power. Also the camera will not work if you vehicle light are not on. So with that said, using it as a security camera at your campsite will not work like advertised. As far as a backup camera goes it pretty good. It will stay on during your entire tow as long as your headlights are on. Does not work on auto headlights function.

Dick H.

12/30/2025

I also have the wireless system. My only regret is no going with the larger monitor. It is a great addition to my tow experience. (Thanks to the e-trailer folks for their expert support.)

Jerred H.

12/31/2025

@DickH You're welcome! We've got that larger monitor item # FR47FR when you're ready to upgrade.

Danny H.

12/30/2025

The camera works great. I like the fact that I can see if someone is following to close while I am traveling. It is also good for backing in my shed or at camp sites . The only problem that I had is that my truck is a newer model and has LED lights. You will have to purchase a plug adapter to get your camera to work. also the parking lights must be on your truck for the camera to work during daylight hours.

Jerred H.

12/31/2025

@DannyH Happy to hear that! You are absolutely correct. The newer model trucks don't provide a consistent enough voltage so you will need to use either the item # FR87PR or wire in the item # VGR64VR .