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v.LiNK Video-inserter
VL2-MBN2
Compatible with Mercedes Benz vehicles
with Comand APS NTG1 and NTG2 infotainment
Video-inserter with 2 video inputs + rear-view camera input
Product features
• Video-inserter for factory-infotainment systems
• 2 CVBS video-inputs for after-market devices (e.g. USB-player, DVB-T2 tuner)
• Built-in audio-switch (no audio-insertion)
• Rear-view camera CVBS video-input
• Automatic switching to rear-view camera input on engagement of the reverse gear
• Video-in-motion (ONLY for connected video-sources)
• Video-inputs NTSC compatible (in exceptional cases PAL - see restrictions
Version 24.02.2021
HW: FV09(V41)
......VL2-MBN2
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- Page 1 Video-inserter VL2-MBN2 Compatible with Mercedes Benz vehicles with Comand APS NTG1 and NTG2 infotainment Video-inserter with 2 video inputs + rear-view camera input Product features • Video-inserter for factory-infotainment systems • 2 CVBS video-inputs for after-market devices (e.g. USB-player, DVB-T2 tuner) •...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Connection – video interface and external keypad 2.10. Picture settings and guide lines 3. Video interface operation 3.1. By external keypad 3.2. By white wire of the 6pin cable 4. Specifications 5. FAQ – Trouble Shooting-Interface functions 6. Technical support Version 24.02.2021 HW: FV09(V41) ……VL2-MBN2... -
Page 3: Prior To Installation
Read the manual prior to installation. Technical knowledge is necessary for installation. The place of installation must be free of moisture and away from heat sources. 1.1. Delivery contents Take down the serial number of the interface and store this manual for support purposes: ____________________ Version 24.02.2021 HW: FV09(V41) ……VL2-MBN2... -
Page 4: Checking The Compatibility Of Vehicle And Accessories
To delay the switch-back an additional electronic part is required. Video-sources The video-inputs of the VL2 are compatible with NTSC sources only. But if a factory TV-tuner is installed, it is possible that only PAL sources can be connected. Version 24.02.2021 HW: FV09(V41) ……VL2-MBN2... -
Page 5: Boxes And Connectors
1.3.1. Video Interface The video-interface converts the video signals of connected after-market sources in a factory monitor compatible picture signal which is inserted in the factory monitor, by using separate trigger options. 1.3.2. Daughter PCB Version 24.02.2021 HW: FV09(V41) ……VL2-MBN2... -
Page 6: Dip-Switch Settings - Interface
If set to ON, the interface switches to its rear-view camera input while the reverse gear is engaged. 1.3.3.3. Monitor specific settings (dip6 to dip8) Set all 3 dip switches to OFF. Dips 1 and 4 are out of function and have to be set to OFF. Version 24.02.2021 HW: FV09(V41) ……VL2-MBN2... -
Page 7: Installation
The Interface Box shell be installed behind the head unit and the daughter PCB will be installed between the monitor panel and the mainboard of the Head Unit. For this the Head Unit has to be removed and dismantled. Version 24.02.2021 HW: FV09(V41) ……VL2-MBN2... -
Page 8: Connection Schema
2.2. Connection schema Version 24.02.2021 HW: FV09(V41) ……VL2-MBN2... -
Page 9: Connection - 6Pin Interface Cable
Note: The connection of the green wire (Reverse signal) will be described in chapter “After- market rear-view camera”. The white wire, can be used to switch the enabled video sources same as the keypad (see chapter “video interface-operation”). The grey wire stays unconnected. Version 24.02.2021 HW: FV09(V41) ……VL2-MBN2... -
Page 10: Connection - Daughter Pcb And Ribbon Cables
Depending on the system, either 2 pin-twisted or 1 pin-twisted and 1 pin- straight ribbon cable have to be installed. NTG1: Use 1 x pin-twisted and 1 x pin-straight ribbon cables. NTG2: Use 2 x pin twisted ribbon cables. Version 24.02.2021 HW: FV09(V41) ……VL2-MBN2... -
Page 11: Ribbon Cable
Electrical the contacts have to be transmitted similar, in other words the left contact of the monitor panel have to be connected with the left contact of the mainboard. Please take note of the contact surfaces of the flex cables during installation. Version 24.02.2021 HW: FV09(V41) ……VL2-MBN2... -
Page 12: Ribbon Cable
2) The ribbon cable’s contacting side always has to correspond to the contacting side of the connector, concerning the mounting position. 3) Avoid cable contusion or cable injury caused by sharp-edged metal. Version 24.02.2021 HW: FV09(V41) ……VL2-MBN2... -
Page 13: Connection - Picture Signal Cable
Lead the picture signal cable, connected to the daughter PCB, out of the housing at a suitable point. Connect the enclosed picture signal cable’s female 8pin connector, connected to the daughter PCB, to the male 8pin connector of the video interface. Version 24.02.2021 HW: FV09(V41) ……VL2-MBN2... -
Page 14: Connection - Video Sources
Connect the rear-view camera’s RCA to the female RCA „CAM“ of the video cable. Connect the RCA of the video source 1 and video source 2 to the female RCA „IN1“ and „IN2“ of the video cable. Version 24.02.2021 HW: FV09(V41) ……VL2-MBN2... -
Page 15: Audio-Switch And Audio-Insertion
RCA port “Audio OUT”. Connect the audio-RCA of AV-source 1 and AV source 2 to the female RCA port of the audio cable’s „Audio 1 IN“ und „Audio 2 IN“. Version 24.02.2021 HW: FV09(V41) ……VL2-MBN2... -
Page 16: After-Market Rear-View Camera
(87) of the relay. Connect the reverse gear light signal/power to coil terminal (85). Connect vehicle’s ground to coil terminal (86) of relay. Connect permanent battery power to input terminal (30) of relay. Version 24.02.2021 HW: FV09(V41) ……VL2-MBN2... -
Page 17: Connection - Video Interface And External Keypad
Connect the keypad’s female 4pin connector to the video-interface’s male 4pin connector. Note: Even if the switching through several video sources could be done be using the white wire instead of the external keypad, the keypad’s invisible connection and availability is strongly recommended. Version 24.02.2021 HW: FV09(V41) ……VL2-MBN2... - Page 18 IN2 and CAM share the same settings, which must be made on IN2. Note: Please adjust while a working video source is connected to the selected video-input of the interface. Version 24.02.2021 HW: FV09(V41) ……VL2-MBN2...
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Page 19: Video Interface Operation
230mA Video input 0.7V - 1V Video input formats NTSC RGB-video amplitude 0.7V with 75 Ohm impedance Temperature range -40°C to +85°C Dimensions video-box 160 x 25 x 102 mm (W x H x D) Version 24.02.2021 HW: FV09(V41) ……VL2-MBN2... -
Page 20: Faq - Trouble Shooting-Interface Functions
Camera input picture fluorescent light which shines Test camera under natural light outside the garage. flickers. directly into the camera. Camera input picture is Protection sticker not Remove protection sticker from lens. bluish. removed from camera lens. Version 24.02.2021 HW: FV09(V41) ……VL2-MBN2... -
Page 21: Technical Support
Please note that direct technical support is only available for products purchased directly from NavLinkz GmbH. For products bought from other sources, contact your vendor for technical support. NavLinkz GmbH distribution/tech dealer-support Heidberghof 2 D-47495 Rheinberg +49 2843 17595 00 Email mail@navlinkz.de 10R-05 0068 Made in China Version 24.02.2021 HW: FV09(V41) ……VL2-MBN2...
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