[AZ Traveler]

The difference between the backup and observation cameras are the cameras themselves - they are different part numbers from Furrion. Supposedly the observation camera has quicker processing to handle the motion going down the road. My factory wiring has it powered by the tail lights so your lights (at least running lights) have to be on to power the camera. I had a previous SOB where it was powered all the time - I like it power off the lights better. If don't believe the Furrion cameras have IR lights - you may have a different brand and yes it sounds like they are powered all the time. Some of the units specifically planned as only backup cameras are wired to your backup lights if so equipped.