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SVM User Manual:

Installation & Calibration

April 2018

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Page 1 SVM User Manual: Installation & Calibration April 2018...
Page 2 Contents SVM Installation Calibration Pattern Installation Capturing Calibration Views: SB/NS/HDNS Calibration Tool Instruction How to Update Calibration...
Page 3 Contents SVM (Surround View Monitoring) Installation...
Page 4 SVM Installation Front Camera Installation – Front Garnish (Type A) FRONT Page 4...
Page 5 SVM Installation Front Camera Installation – Front Garnish (Type B) FRONT Page 5...
Page 6 SVM Installation Front Camera Installation – Front Garnish (Type C) FRONT Page 6...
Page 7 SVM Installation Side Garnish SIDE Car Side -> Use 31Φ hole saw Down Page 7...
Page 8 SVM Installation Rear Camera REAR In regards to rear camera installation, it is common to install the camera little to the left or right from the center as it is difficult to install the camera right in the center due to various reasons.
Page 9 SVM Installation Camera Installation Guide – Passenger Vehicle Camera Installation Guide ※ Right Side View The camera should be installed to face the floor surface but the view is required to show the side of the vehicle - Tips of the front & back parts of the vehicle should be...
Page 10 SVM Installation Camera Installation Guide – Passenger Vehicle Camera All four(4) cameras are identical, except for the front camera which includes waterproof connector. 2. It is highly recommended for the front camera to be installed on the front center of the car.
Page 11 Contents Calibration Pattern Installation...
Page 12 OmniVue calibration is a synthesizing process of the four (4) 185° cameras based on the flat surface. This process is required due to various vehicle sizes and installation positions. (OmniVue calibration must utilize the pattern provided by KSS-ImageNext) Calibration process must be conducted on FLAT surface. If not, the lanes on the road may look distorted and this can lead to a customer complaint.
Page 13 Calibration Pattern Installation REMARKS 1. The calibration pattern must be installed on FLAT surface. 2. The calibration pattern should align with the front bumper through the monitor. 3. If the calibration pattern is not installed correctly, the result may not be reliable despite the correct camera installation. 4.
Page 14 Contents Capturing Calibration Views: SB/NS/OmniDrive...
Page 15 Capturing Calibration View & Update The OmniVue calibration kit is required for capturing calibration views and installing updates. Insert the SD card, which has the captured view files saved, to the calibration kit and connect the kit to the ECU for the updates as shown below. Page 15...
Page 16 Capturing Calibration View & Update HDNS Type Standard Smart Display Version Standard Standard # of View Modes Usage of the Use the Calibration Use the Calibration Use the Calibration Use the Provided USB Calibration Kit Location of: ovod Folder ovns Folder Captured View File Hold Key Hold Key...
Page 17 NS: Capturing Calibration View When the captured image files When the calibration kit is connected (ovNS/cmd/capture.cmd), to the ECU, the following screen will downloaded via OVC website or E- appear. (If not, please contact KSS- mail (ovNS/cmd/capture.cmd), is ImageNext) inserted, the front camera view will appear.
Page 18 NS: Capturing Calibration View Check each view and confirm that the patterns are installed correctly. (Refer to the photos below) The mode button changes the view in order of Front → Rear→ Left → Right. After checking the views completely, hold the mode button for 3 seconds to save the images on the SD Card (./ovNS/image). Saving Camera Image …(1/4) Save Camera Image (OK) Please don’t remove SD card or shut...
Page 19 Contents How to Download Calibration Program...
Page 20 Download Calibration Program Log in to www.omnivue.co.kr Click “OVC CENTER” / “360 OmniVue (You need to be approved upon the registration) Calibration Program and Manual” Download all the attachments Unzip the attachments Page 20...
Page 21 Download Calibration Program Click ”360OmniVue_Calibration_Program” folder and execute “setup.exe” file Once the installation is completed, the following icon will appear on your Desktop. Page 21...
Page 22 Download Calibration Program Copy “360 OmniVue_Calibration_AssociatedFiles” folder from your Desktop. There are following files for calibration in “360OmniVue_Calibration_AssociatedFiles” folder: 1. Config File : Initial set up files for calibration for all OmniVue models (SB/NS/Drive) 2. Vehicle Image : “TOP VIEW” image and “NS FULL TOP VIEW” image file for calibration 3.
Page 23 Contents Calibration Tool Instructions...
Page 24 KSS-ImageNext is strictly prohibited. Please follow the instruction carefully. If the calibration pattern and the cameras are installed impeccably, the calibration should be accurate.
Page 25 Calibration Tool Calibration Tool - Main Menu Displaying Calibration Tool Version (Latest Ver. 3.11) To load the necessary calibration file based on the correct model(NS/SB/Drive)/ vehicle type (Passenger/RV/Heavy) To load the captured view images from all four (4) cameras for calibration To edit all the views including the TOP VIEW To save the edited file To exit the program...
Page 26 Calibration Tool Double click button Please insert SD card… [Image #1] [Image #2] [Image #3] Click “Config Load” button on the menu When a new window opens, click “browse” button on the right (Image #1) Go to: Desktop → 360OmniVUE_Calibration_AssociatedFiles (Image #2) Select the correct model folder and open “config”...
Page 27 Calibration Tool Once you load “Config” file, click and load the captured view images. Insert the SD card to your PC Click “Image Load” button When “Open File” window opens, select the SD card drive then click “Load” button The captured view images will appear as shown above Page 27...
Page 28 Calibration Tool Mark the accurate positions of all the apexes. For the information, apex #1 from the front view is as same as apex #4 from the left view. Through this process, the program will be able to synthesize the four (4) images. It is required to mark the accurate position of all the apexes on every view –...
Page 29 Calibration Tool The numbering order must be followed when marking the apexes. To mark the apex, click the left button on the mouse whereas click the right button on the mouse to tune. The arrows on the keyboard can be used to tune in detail. Front/Rear Camera Left/Right Camera Vehicle...
Page 30 Calibration Tool Double click on the view in case of a zoomed-in view is needed for accuracy. To return to the previous view, double click again. For instance, when “FRONT” view is double clicked, a zoomed-in view will appear in order to mark the accurate position of the apexes more easily.
Page 31 Calibration Tool After marking the apexes, select button for “Preview” window. You will be able to set up each view on the “Preview” window. Page 31...
Page 32 Calibration Tool If you adjust any apex on the default screen, click for the updated “Preview” window. (It will be easier to have both default screen and “Preview” window on when editing on the “Preview” window - refer to the pictures below) When “TOP VIEW”...
Page 33 Calibration Tool Set Up Instruction for “Preview” Window In “TOP VIEW”, cover the vehicle with a black mask. In “TOP VIEW”, insert a vehicle image (vertical) then select “Apply” button. Select “nsFTop” view, insert a vehicle image (vertical). Select “nsRTop” view, insert a vehicle image (vertical). Select “nsLSTop”...
Page 34 Calibration Tool “Preview” Screen Set Up - 1. Adjust the Mask Area Adjust the size of mask area in order to cover the vehicle on the screen by editing the values on “Overall width” and “Overall length” fields. Page 34...
Page 35 Calibration Tool “Preview” Screen Set Up - 1. Adjust the mask area (complete) Adjust the size of mask area in order to cover the vehicle on the screen by editing the values on “Overall width” and “Overall length” fields. (Refer to the notes below) Move the screen upward without moving the mask area Move the screen to the left...
Page 36 Calibration Tool “Preview” Screen Set Up - 2. Upload the Vehicle Image This step is to load the appropriate vehicle image, which is provided with the program, to cover the mask area. Page 36...
Page 37 Calibration Tool “Preview” Screen Set Up - 2. Upload the Vehicle Image (complete) Adjust the size of vehicle image with your mouse to fit in the mask. ”Apply” button must be clicked when finished. If another modification is needed, click “Load Car Image” and repeat the steps Make sure to click “Apply”...
Page 38 Calibration Tool “Preview” Screen Set Up - 3. “nsFTop” View (Vertical Image) Similar to the previous view, adjust the size of vehicle image with your mouse to fit in the mask. Page 38...
Page 39 Calibration Tool “Preview” Screen Set Up - 3. “nsFTop” View (Vertical Image) ”Apply” button must be clicked when finished. If another modification is needed, click “Load Car Image” and repeat the steps. Page 39...
Page 40 Calibration Tool “Preview” Screen Set Up - 4. “nsRTop” View (Vertical Image) Similar to the previous view, adjust the size of vehicle image with your mouse to fit in the mask. Page 40...
Page 41 Calibration Tool “Preview” Screen Set Up - 4. “nsRTop” View (Vertical Image) ”Apply” button must be clicked when finished. If another modification is needed, click “Load Car Image” and repeat the steps. Page 41...
Page 42 Calibration Tool “Preview” Screen Set Up - 5. “nsLSTop” View (Vertical Image) Similar to the previous view, adjust the size of vehicle image with your mouse to fit in the mask. Page 42...
Page 43 Calibration Tool “Preview” Screen Set Up - 5. “nsLSTop” View (Vertical Image) ”Apply” button must be clicked when finished. If another modification is needed, click “Load Car Image” and repeat the steps. Page 43...
Page 44 Calibration Tool “Preview” Screen Set Up - 6. “VIEW_FRONT” View Adjustment Adjust “VIEW_FRONT” view for the best look. Set up the best view utilizing left/right/up/down arrows, rotation buttons, and zoom in/out buttons. (no need to save) Rotate the image to the Adjust the size of screen left or right Page 44...
Page 45 Calibration Tool “Preview” Screen Set Up - 6. “VIEW_FRONT” View Adjustment (Displaying Guides) Guides can be used in order for more accurate calibration. Guides can be selected on each view by clicking the right button on your mouse → check “Show Guides”. Page 45...
Page 46 Calibration Tool “Preview” Screen Set Up - 7. “VIEW_FRONT_FULL” View Adjustment Adjust “VIEW_FRONT_FULL” view for the best look. Set up the best view utilizing left/right/up/down arrows, rotation buttons, and zoom in/out buttons. (no need to save) Rotate the image to the Adjust the size of the left or right screen...
Page 47 Calibration Tool “Preview” Screen Set Up - 8. “VIEW_REAR” View Adjustment Adjust “VIEW_REAR” view for the best look. Set up the best view utilizing left/right/up/down arrows, rotation buttons, and zoom in/out buttons. (no need to save) Rotate the image to the Adjust the size of the left or right screen...
Page 48 Calibration Tool “Preview” Screen Set Up - 9. “Parking Line Assistance” in “VIEW_REAR” View When “VIEW_REAR” view is selected, “Parking Line Assistance” button on the left bottom corner becomes active. Then, click “Parking Line Assistance” button and load “주차선_기본.bmp” file. Page 48...
Page 49 Calibration Tool “Preview” Screen Set up - 9. “Parking Line Assistance” in “VIEW_REAR” View It is recommended for the parking guidance lines to start right off of the bumper. If the parking guidance lines are too far away from the bumper, you may decrease the value in “Overall length”.
Page 50 Calibration Tool “Preview” Screen Set Up - 10. “VIEW_REAR_FULL” View Adjustment Adjust “VIEW_REAR” view for the best look. Set up the best view utilizing left/right/up/down arrows, rotation buttons, and zoom in/out buttons. (no need to save) Rotate the image to the Adjust the size of the left or right screen...
Page 51 Calibration Tool “Preview” Screen Set Up - 10. “VIEW_REAR_FULL” View Adjustment When “VIEW_REAR_FULL” view is selected, “Parking Line Assistance” button on the left bottom corner becomes active. Then, click “Parking Line Assistance” button and load “주차선_기본.bmp” file. Page 51...
Page 52 Calibration Tool “Preview” Screen Set Up - 11. “Parking Line Assistance” in “VIEW_REAR_FULL” View It is recommended for the parking guidance lines to start right off of the bumper. If the parking lines are too far away from the bumper, you may decrease the value in “Overall length”. (If too close from the bumper, increase the value) Page 52...
Page 53 Calibration Tool “Preview” Screen Set Up - 12. “VIEW_LEFT” View Adjustment #1 Adjust “VIEW_LEFT” view for the best look. Set up the best view utilizing left/right/up/down arrows, rotation buttons, and zoom in/out buttons. (no need to save) For the optimal side view, align the top apexes of both triangles as shown in...
Page 54 Calibration Tool “Preview” Screen Set Up - 12. “VIEW_LEFT” View Adjustment #2 Adjust “VIEW_LEFT” view for the best look. Set up the best view utilizing left/right/up/down arrows, rotation buttons, and zoom in/out buttons. (no need to save) For the optimal view, minimize the size of vehicle shown in the view by adjusting the...
Page 55 Calibration Tool “Preview” Screen Set Up - 13. “VIEW_RIGHT” View Adjustment #1 Adjust “VIEW_RIGHT” view for the best look. Set up the best view utilizing left/right/up/down arrows, rotation buttons, and zoom in/out buttons. (no need to save) For the optimal side view, align the top apexes of both triangles as shown in...
Page 56 Calibration Tool “Preview” Screen Set Up - 13. “VIEW_RIGHT” View Adjustment #2 Adjust “VIEW_RIGHT” view for the best look. Set up the best view utilizing left/right/up/down arrows, rotation buttons, and zoom in/out buttons. (no need to save) For the optimal view, minimize the size of vehicle shown in the view by adjusting the...
Page 57 Calibration Tool Close “Preview” screen and select “Save LUT” button from the menu. When “Save As” window pops up, select your SD card location (Removable Disk) and click OK. Page 57...
Page 58 Calibration Tool Depending on the PC, “No Response” warning might appear but eventually everything will be saved in a few minutes. Once finished, “Output file save successfully” message will appear. Page 58...
Page 59 Contents How to Update Calibration...
Page 60 How to Update Calibration (NS) Insert the SD card with the complete When the calibration kit is connected calibration file to the calibration kit to the ECU, the following screen will connected to the ECU then connect to the appear: power.
Page 61 Information to the user. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
Page 62 THANK YOU...