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860-00198-00_WIP Rev A
March 2014
Operation and Installation Guide
Wireless Link for
and DVM systems
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- Page 1 860-00198-00_WIP Rev A March 2014 Operation and Installation Guide Wireless Link for and DVM systems Copyright © 2014, Digital Ally, Inc. All Rights Reserved. This publication may not be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in whole or part in any form or by any means electronic, mechanical, recording, photocopying, or in any other manner without the prior written approval of Digital Ally, Inc.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
IRST Installing the Software ................................2-4 Configuring VuLink ..................................2-5 Saving your VuLink Settings ..............................2-6 Configuring your FirstVu HD ..............................2-7 Saving your FirstVu HD Settings ............................2-7 DVM-800, DVM-250, DVM-250P ..................2-8 EVICE ONFIGURATION SECTION - 3: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ...................... 3-1 1: R ................................ -
Page 3: Before You Begin
VuLink Operation & Installation Guide 860-00198-00 REV A Section - 1: Before you Begin Overview of Features Automatically start recordings on your Firstvu HD using the same triggers as vehicle video systems, regardless of whether the unit is mounted or worn ... -
Page 4: Parts And Optional Accessories List
VuLink Operation & Installation Guide 860-00198-00 REV A Parts and Optional Accessories List VuLink Standard Package (pn#001-0950-00) The diagram and table below outline the parts that are included with the VuLink Package. Part Number Image Description 006-08257-00 Assembly, VuLink 008-01456-00 Cable, VuLink Base, 15ft 006-0050 Relay with harness, 12VDC... -
Page 5: Vulink Configuration
VuLink Operation & Installation Guide 860-00198-00 REV A Section - 2: VuLink Configuration Using VuVault to Configure your VuLink and FirstVuHD Prior to installation, VuLink must be configured either through the Mini Configuration Manager Software installer supplied on the VuLink internal memory or by using Digital Ally’s optional VuVault™... -
Page 6: Configuring Vulink
VuLink Operation & Installation Guide 860-00198-00 REV A Configuring VuLink VuLink acts as an 802.11n wireless access point which your FirstVu HD’s will use to communicate with your in-car video system. After you have made your selections, press Save. Network SSID The SSID is the wireless network name. -
Page 7: Configuring Your Firstvu Hd
VuLink Operation & Installation Guide 860-00198-00 REV A Encryption Type This parameter specifies the wireless encryption protocol required by VuLink. If selecting WPA2PSK as the authentication mode, choose AES as the encryption type. If selecting WPAPSK as the authentication mode, choose TKIP as the encryption type. Settings: TKIP, AES [default] Broadcast SSID Choose whether or not to broadcast the SSID. -
Page 8: Activating Vulink & Firstvu Hd Within Vuvault
VuLink Operation & Installation Guide 860-00198-00 REV A Activating VuLink & FirstVu HD within VuVault After you have saved your desired configuration, proceed to Admin>Media Card Admin to activate each device. FirstVu HD Activation 1. Turn on your FirstVu HD & plug it into your computer using the supplied USB cable. -
Page 9: Configuring Vulink
VuLink Operation & Installation Guide 860-00198-00 REV A Configuring VuLink Press the Add button to display the list of available options for VuLink. Select the Vulink tab. VuLink functions as an 802.11n wireless access point which your FirstVu HD’s will use to communicate with your in-car video system. After you have made your selections, return to the File tab to save your settings. -
Page 10: Saving Your Vulink Settings
VuLink Operation & Installation Guide 860-00198-00 REV A Settings Serial Number This is the serial number printed on your VuLink device. Type in your serial number here. (Example 09500061). SSID The SSID is the wireless network name. This parameter specifies the VuLink SSID that your FirstVu HD’s are authorized to connect to. -
Page 11: Configuring Your Firstvu Hd
VuLink Operation & Installation Guide 860-00198-00 REV A 3. All Done! VuLink is now ready to be installed in your vehicle. Proceed to Section 3. Configuring your FirstVu HD Go to the FirstVu HD tab and check the “Use VuLink WAP settings” box as shown below. When done, return to the File tab to save your settings. -
Page 12: Dvm-800, Dvm-250, And Dvm-250Plus Device Configuration
VuLink Operation & Installation Guide 860-00198-00 REV A DVM-800, DVM-250, and DVM-250Plus Device Configuration From your VuVault or Configuration Manager Settings tab, enable the desired sensor to be used with VuLink. Using this configuration, the FirstVu HD will be enabled to trigger device recordings and have a customized trigger name. -
Page 13: Installation Instructions
VuLink Operation & Installation Guide 860-00198-00 REV A Section - 3: Installation Instructions Step 1: Remove Body Trim 1. Remove front passenger side threshold 2. Pull the door seal away and remove any side trim pieces 3. Remove the passenger side front interior A-pillar cover 4. -
Page 14: Step 2: Power Ignition, And Ground Connections
BLACK Chassis ground +12VDC Battery terminal BLUE +12VDC Switched ignition For DVM-800/DVM-LIVE/DVM-250, connect to BROWN wire of I/O box BROWN harness. For all other installations connect to RED wire from included relay. Relay Connections Check Section 4 to verify if your installation requires a relay... -
Page 15: Step 4: Vulink Installation
VuLink Operation & Installation Guide 860-00198-00 REV A Step 4: VuLink Installation Plug the base cable into the connector on the side of VuLink. Prep the windshield glass with alcohol to remove any dirt or debris. Using the included double-sided tape, attach VuLink to an unobstructed location on the windshield below the roofline. -
Page 16: Model-Specific Wiring Diagrams
VuLink Operation & Installation Guide 860-00198-00 REV A Section - 4: Model-Specific Wiring Diagrams DVM-100 / DVM-400 VuLink Relay Wiring WHITE = connect to Emergency lights WHITE = connect to chassis ground YELLOW = connect to chassis ground RED = connect to BROWN wire on VuLink base cable VuLink Base Cable 008-01456-00... -
Page 17: Dvm-500Plus / Dvm-750
VuLink Operation & Installation Guide 860-00198-00 REV A DVM-500Plus / DVM-750 VuLink Base Cable 008-01456-00 BLUE = +12VDC Switched Ignition RED = +12VDC Battery Connect WHITE wire from VuLink Base Cable to Relay ORANGE wire of I/O BOX (see input sensor cable WHITE = Emergency Light Input belo WHITE = Tie to ground... -
Page 18: Dvm-800 / Dvm-Live
VuLink Operation & Installation Guide 860-00198-00 REV A DVM-800 / DVM-LiVE VuLink Base Cable 008-01456-00 Connect BROWN wire from VuLink Base Cable to I/O Box BROWN wire of I/O box sensor cable RED = +12VDC Battery BLACK = Chassis Ground BLUE = +12VDC Switched Ignition Connect WHITE wire... -
Page 19: Dv-440Ultra
VuLink Operation & Installation Guide 860-00198-00 REV A DV-440Ultra VuLink Base Cable 008-01456-00 9 pin BLUE = +12VDC Switched Ignition Connect WHITE wire from RED = +12VDC Battery VuLink Base Cable to WHITE Relay wire of DWM800 sensor cable DWM800 WHITE = Emergency Light Input Sensor Cable WHITE = Tie to Ground... -
Page 20: Dvm-250Plus Or Dvm250 (With Interface Box)
VuLink Operation & Installation Guide 860-00198-00 REV A DVM-250Plus or DVM250 (with interface box) VuLink Base Cable 008-01456-00 I/O Box RED = +12VDC Battery BLUE = +12VDC Ignition BLACK = Chassis Ground 1. Connect WHITE wire from VuLink Base Cable to WHITE wire of I/O box input sensor cable (Sensor 5) 2. -
Page 21: Generic Input Source
VuLink Operation & Installation Guide 860-00198-00 REV A Generic Input Source VuLink Base Cable 008-01456-00 RED = +12VDC Battery BLUE = +12VDC Ignition WHITE = +12VDC Auxiliary output (enabled when VuLink is activated) Relay VuLink Relay Wiring WHITE = connect to Input Trigger WHITE = +12VDC Generic Input Trigger WHITE = connect to chassis ground WHITE = Tie to Ground... -
Page 22: Operation
VuLink Operation & Installation Guide 860-00198-00 REV A Section - 5: Operation Power Control Power to VuLink is controlled through your vehicle’s ignition. There are no manual controls for powering the unit on and off. When ignition is cycled, the VuLink boot-up process will begin. The red and green status indicators will flash in unison until boot up is complete. -
Page 23: U Link ™ Led Status Indicators
VuLink Operation & Installation Guide 860-00198-00 REV A VuLink™ LED Status Indicators GREEN YELLOW Battery Power present to VuLink Power-on Flash in unison Sequence Searching for Flash Wireless Link Wireless Link Established Record in Progress Covert Mode Ignition Off Firmware Alternating flash Upgrade FirstVuHD™... -
Page 24: Support
VuLink Operation & Installation Guide 860-00198-00 REV A Section - 6: Support Software Updates Log on to www.digitalallyinc.com/tech-support.php and Register for an Account to be an Authorized User. By registering you will be able to download all the latest software updates and be notified of future updates. -
Page 25: Warranty Information
VuLink Operation & Installation Guide 860-00198-00 REV A Section - 7: Warranty Information We warranty that our wireless link, Model VuLink™, will be free from defects in workmanship and material for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase by the original purchaser. If any defect is discovered through normal and proper use of the unit during this period, the defect will be repaired or the unit will be replaced at our factory or at one of our authorized service centers at no cost to the purchaser. -
Page 26: Contact Information
VuLink Operation & Installation Guide 860-00198-00 REV A Section - 8: Contact Information 9705 Loiret Blvd Lenexa, KS 66219 Website: www.digitalallyinc.com Support E-Mail: support@digitalallyinc.com Sales E-Mail: sales@digitalallyinc.com Phone: 913-814-7774 Fax: 913-814-7775 Sales / Support Toll Free: 1-800-440-4947 * Specifications subject to change without notice. Digital Ally, Inc. -
Page 27: Regulatory
VuLink Operation & Installation Guide 860-00198-00 REV A Section - 9: Regulatory This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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