12.2. Conventional Transit Buses ....................29 12.3. Para Transit or Short School Buses ................. 30 12.4. Fire Trucks ........................31 Using the System ..........................32 Specifications ........................... 34 Warranty ............................35 Contact Rear View Safety......................... 36 BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM...
BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM 1. Introduction This guide describes how to install and use the inView 360 Around Vehicle Monitoring system. inView 360 provides drivers with a real-time, 360-degree picture of the area around their vehicle to eliminate blind spots, help improve pedestrian safety, prevent vehicle damage, and avoid liability costs.
BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM 2.3. Reverse Wiring The reverse signal is typically straightforward: connect to the wire that shows 12v when the reverse lever is activated and reverse lights come on. We highly recommend that a vehicle operator assists whenever testing the reverse signal to ensure control of the vehicle.
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BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM The correct attachment point to a vehicle wired in this manner is to the front turn signal lights, as there is no brake output to those lights: Page 7 of 36...
BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM 3. System Package The typical contents are shown below (actual contents for your system may vary, depending on the options selected): 3.1. Component List This identifies the components in the image that follows: 1. Electronic Control Unit (ECU), 4 screws (SD Card for calibration not included) 3.
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BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM 12. Camera extension cables (x4) 13. Camera, mounting plates, covers, drill template and screws (x4) 14. Screw covers (2 per camera) Page 9 of 36...
BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM 3.2. Optional Shrouds for Specific Mounting Requirements While the inView 360 Around Vehicle Monitoring system ships with a standard commercial kit as shown above, the following shrouds may be used in particular installations. These mounting shrouds are special order only and do not come as part of the standard package.
BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM 5. Electronic Control Unit (ECU) 5.1. ECU Installation Locations When deciding on a mounting location for the ECU, ensure you take into account that the calibration process will require access to each side of the unit: •...
BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM 5.1.1. ECU Installation Requirements Ventilation Install the ECU away from any sort of heat outlet, heater, or AC blower. Do not operate the ECU in a closed-in area or restrict ventilation in any way. The ECU requires air circulation to maintain optimum operating temperature and provide best performance.
BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM 5.1.2. Installing the ECU Install with SD card (UPDATE) slot accessible, and leave room to connect cables in the back. 1. Choose a location as described above, and use the unit to mark drill positions. 2.
BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM 7. Installing the Push-button Remote Control (optional) The remote controller has a blue button and a 1x2 connector for the extension cable, which then connects to the BUTTON (1x4 male) connector on the INTERFACE harness. 1.
BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM 8. Installing Cameras 8.1. Determining Camera Locations Important: Confirm that camera positions will capture the required video before drilling holes in the vehicle. 1. Attach the cameras temporarily with tape or velcro. 2. Connect them to the ECU and power on the system. 3.
BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM 8.2. Installing Side Cameras Below Mirrors All four cameras in the Seon package are the same, and require 150 degrees of unimpeded view from a parallel perspective of the vehicle. The view must not include side mirrors. This is critical in placing the cameras, as shadowing can occur if the camera image that would typically capture the ground is catching the protruding side mirrors, as in the case shown below.
BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM When working on a new vehicle for the first time, the cameras should be temporarily attached to the vehicle, and the side images examined to determine if the camera image can see the side mirrors. The rule of thumb is typically that the shorter a vehicle is, the lower the cameras may need to be to avoid the mirrors in the image.
BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM All four cameras must be mounted at the furthest point toward the outside of the vehicle body as possible while minimizing image capture of the vehicle itself or protruding equipment, to avoid shadowing. 8.2.2. Under Mirror and Door Mount Option While the under-mirror mount does appear to solve some shadowing issues created by body panel mounting, it is not for a novice installer.
BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM • The mirror must have adequate extra space inside the mirror housing. • The mirror must be flat on the bottom, and have enough surface area to allow for mounting the cover. A 1 1/8” (28mm) diameter hole is required to accommodate the camera.
BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM If the mirror does not pop free easily, do not force it. 3. Examine the mechanism further and consider if a different pry location might be better. 4. Once the glass has been detached, proceed to removing the interior door panel and the outside mirror housing.
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BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM Typically this is done through the existing rubber door boot. While it is typically not easy to get extra wiring through this boot, it can usually be done. A more significant challenge often comes at the door side of the boot. Many domestic manufacturers have opted to install a Molex plug at this end.
BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM 8.3. Camera Installation Procedure Follow these guidelines: Camera position Test position before mounting - be sure the location will work (for important details, see the previous section). Mount to secure surfaces only - do not mount the Mounting surface camera to movable or flexible surfaces.
BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM 8.3.1. Camera Assembly The cameras are sealed, and must be attached to the cover and mounting plate. Take care not to lose any critical hardware - replacement screws may be very hard to source if they are lost.
BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM 9. Connecting to Signals and Power The inView 360 Around Vehicle Monitoring system requires six electrical connections to the vehicle: • Power for ECU and Monitor • Ignition (switched or accessory) for ECU and Monitor •...
BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM 11. Connecting to a DVR (optional) While the system has a monitor to assist with driving and parking, Seon also offers the ability to install a DVR and record the viewed image, in the same way that the DVR records a single camera.
BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM 12. Installing in Fleet Vehicles In this guide, “fleet vehicles” refers to vehicles of approximately 20-foot length such as standard size work vans, mini work vans, bucket trucks, etcetera. The majority of fleet vehicles require the standard Seon commercial kit. There may be some exceptions to the mount for the front (forward-facing) camera, but the side and rear cameras should be appropriate.
BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM 12.1. Conventional School Buses Installation in most full-size school buses is fairly straightforward. Due to vehicle length, the side and rear cameras may be installed around the top perimeter. These are typically standard wire runs when installing surveillance cameras inside the bus. The front camera may also be installed on top in the transit-style (flat nose) school bus, but the mirror locations should be assessed prior to determining this.
BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM 12.2. Conventional Transit Buses Installing the system in a standard 40-foot transit bus is very similar to the process for a 40- foot school bus. The wire runs for this vehicle are fairly standard. We advise testing the front view prior to mounting the camera up high.
BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM 12.3. Para Transit or Short School Buses Installing the system in a cutaway transit vehicle may be more involved than a full size transit vehicle. Due to the domestic chassis portion of the vehicle being narrower than the rear body, the cameras must be mounted on the rear body.
BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM 12.4. Fire Trucks Note: This product is designed for a standard-length fire truck, and is not compatible with a tractor-trailer version due to the pivot of the forward-facing camera. Installing the system in a fire truck requires temporary placement of the side cameras prior to drilling and mounting.
BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM 13. Using the System When you turn on the ignition, the monitor displays a split-screen: the left side is a blended (stitched) 360-degree “bird’s eye” view of all 4 camera images, and the right side shows the forward camera.
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BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM Activating a turn signal or shifting the vehicle into reverse gear over-rides the current view. Cancelling the turn signal or shifting out of reverse returns to the default (360/forward- facing) view. Remote Control (Optional) Use the optional switch (blue push-button) to cycle through the four split-screen displays shown on the previous page, as well as full-screen images for the front and rear cameras: Front full view: Rear full view:...
BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM 14. Specifications Specifications for the inView 360 Around Vehicle Monitoring system are subject to change without notice. Input Voltage 12V ~ 24V (Free Voltage) Power Consumption 13W (ECU + 4 cameras), 0.6W per camera Video Input NTSC, Front/Rear/Left/Right Camera (4CH) Video Output NTSC, CVBS (SD) 2CH...
BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM 15. Warranty BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM cameras are covered by a 1-year warranty (from the date of purchase) on parts and repair labor. Page 35 of 36...
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