v.link CI-VL7-MGU Manual

Compatible with bmw vehicles f-and g-series with mgu and 10.25inch or 12.3inch monitor and hsd+2 connector; video-inserter for one rear-view camera, one front camera and one additional video source

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with MGU and 10.25inch or 12.3inch monitor and HSD+2 connector
Video-inserter for one rear-view camera, one front camera
Product features
 Video-inserter for factory-infotainment systems
 CVBS Input for one rear-view camera
 CVBS Input for one front camera
 1 CVBS Video-input for after-market Video sources (e.g. USB-Player, DVB-T2 Tuner)
 Automatic switching to rear-view camera input on engagement of the reverse gear
 Automatic front camera switching after disengaging reverse gear for 10 seconds
 Dynamic parking guide lines for rear-view camera (not available for all vehicles)
 Video-in-motion (ONLY for connected video-sources)
 Video-inputs NTSC compatible
Version 12.11.2020
v.LiNK Video inserter
CI-VL7-MGU
Compatible with
BMW
vehicles F-and G-series
and one additional video source
HW: 1.3
CI-VL7-MGU

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  • Page 1 Video inserter CI-VL7-MGU Compatible with vehicles F-and G-series with MGU and 10.25inch or 12.3inch monitor and HSD+2 connector Video-inserter for one rear-view camera, one front camera and one additional video source Product features  Video-inserter for factory-infotainment systems  CVBS Input for one rear-view camera ...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Case 2: Interface does not receive the reverse gear signal 2.5.4. Power supply output 2.6. Adjusting the dynamic guide lines 2.6.1. By i-Drive buttons 2.6.2. By touchscreen (only if supported) 3. Interface operation 4. Specifications Version 12.11.2020 HW: 1.3 CI-VL7-MGU...
  • Page 3: Prior To Installation

    Due to changes in the production of the vehicle manufacturer there’s always a possibility of incompatibility. 1.1. Delivery contents Take down the serial number of the interface and store this manual for support purposes: ____________________ Version 12.11.2020 HW: 1.3 CI-VL7-MGU...
  • Page 4: Checking The Compatibility Of Vehicle And Accessories

    A manually front camera switching isn’t possible. Dynamic guidelines Displayed dynamic guidelines are not available in all vehicles. Factory PDC display The factory PDC display does not work in all vehicles. Video input signal Only NTSC video sources compatible. Version 12.11.2020 HW: 1.3 CI-VL7-MGU...
  • Page 5: Connectors - Video Interface

    Some settings have to be selected by the dip-switches of the video interface. Dip position down is ON and position up is OFF. After each Dip-switch-change a power-reset of the Interface-box has to be performed! Version 12.11.2020 HW: 1.3 CI-VL7-MGU...
  • Page 6: Settings - Dips1-3

    *For factory rear view camera, Dip-4 must be set to ON (bottom). **The front camera will automatically be switched for 10 seconds after disengaging the reverse gear. See the following chapters for detailed information. After each Dip-switch-change a power-reset of the Interface-box has to be performed! Version 12.11.2020 HW: 1.3 CI-VL7-MGU...
  • Page 7: Explanation Of The Individual Dipswitch Functions

    Dip switch position OFF switches the interface to the rear view camera input as long as reverse gear is engaged. Note: Automatic switching to the factory rear-view camera does not work from the video mode of a video source connected to the video input of the interface. Version 12.11.2020 HW: 1.3 CI-VL7-MGU...
  • Page 8: Installation

    Due to changes in the production of the vehicle manufacturer there’s always a possibility of incompatibility. 2.1. Place of installation In most vehicles the centre console must be removed for this installation. The connection is made to both, the head unit and the monitor. Version 12.11.2020 HW: 1.3 CI-VL7-MGU...
  • Page 9: Connection Schema

    2.2. Connection schema Version 12.11.2020 HW: 1.3 CI-VL7-MGU...
  • Page 10: Connection - Picture Signal Cable

    Mixing up/interchanging the connections of „LVDS IN“ and „LVDS OUT“ will cause dysfunktion or even damage to the system! Note: The colours of the HSD+2 connectors at monitor and head unit may vary. Version 12.11.2020 HW: 1.3 CI-VL7-MGU...
  • Page 11: Connection - Quadlock/Can

    16pin connector of the 20pin interface cable’s 16pin PNP section. Connect the opposite female 16pin connector of the PNP section to the previously become free male 16pin connector at the rear-side of the head unit. Version 12.11.2020 HW: 1.3 CI-VL7-MGU...
  • Page 12: Connection - Video-Sources

    Connect the video RCA of the front camera to the female RCA connector “Front Video IN” of the 20pin interface cable. Connect the video RCA of an additional video source to the female RCA connector „DVR Video IN“ of the 20pin interface cable. Version 12.11.2020 HW: 1.3 CI-VL7-MGU...
  • Page 13: Audio Insertion

    "Rear+Front out" is used for the power supply of the front and rear camera. It carries +12V (max. 3A) when the reverse gear is engaged plus 10 seconds after the reverse gear is again disengaged. Version 12.11.2020 HW: 1.3 CI-VL7-MGU...
  • Page 14: After-Market Rear-View Camera

    "Rear+Front out" is used for the power supply of the front and rear-view camera. It carries +12V (max. 3A) when the reverse gear is engaged with additional 10 seconds after the reverse gear is again engaged. Version 12.11.2020 HW: 1.3 CI-VL7-MGU...
  • Page 15: Case 2: Interface Does Not Receive The Reverse Gear Signal

    Connect the output connector (87) of the relay to the rear-view camera’s power- cable, like you did it to the green “Rear input 12V” cable before. Connect stabile and permanent +12V to the relay’s input connector (30). Version 12.11.2020 HW: 1.3 CI-VL7-MGU...
  • Page 16: Power Supply Output

    2.6.1. By touchscreen (only if supported) For vehicles with factory touchscreen, touch the display at any point for 20 seconds. Then use the 4 arrow keys "up"-"down"-"right"-"left" to move the guide lines in the corresponding direction as required. Version 12.11.2020 HW: 1.3 CI-VL7-MGU...
  • Page 17: Interface Operation

    If the input is activated by dip switch setting (dip6), the sequence is as follows:   Factory video Video IN 1 factory video Each press will switch between the factory video and the activated video source. Version 12.11.2020 HW: 1.3 CI-VL7-MGU...
  • Page 18: Specifications

    9V – 16V Stand-by power drain Power 450mA @12V Video input formats NTSC Temperature range -20°C to +70°C Dimensions Interface box 130 x 88 x 25 mm (W x D x H) 10R-05 16886 Made in China Version 12.11.2020 HW: 1.3 CI-VL7-MGU...

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