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L6Q Installation Guide
MAY 2023
*MN010089A01*
MN010089A01-AA
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2023 Motorola Solutions, Inc. All rights reserved

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  • Page 1 L6Q Installation Guide MAY 2023 *MN010089A01* MN010089A01-AA © 2023 Motorola Solutions, Inc. All rights reserved...
  • Page 2 License Rights The purchase of Motorola Solutions products shall not be deemed to grant either directly or by implication, estoppel or otherwise, any license under the copyrights, patents or patent applications of Motorola Solutions, except for the normal non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use that arises by operation of law in the sale of a product.
  • Page 3 MN010089A01-AA Legal and Support 2023 Motorola Solutions, Inc. All Rights Reserved © Legal and Compliance Statements Supplier's Declaration of Conformity Supplier's Declaration of Conformity Per FCC CFR 47 Part 2 Section 2.1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Motorola Solutions, Inc. Address: 2000 Progress Pkwy, Schaumburg, IL. 60196...

  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    RF Energy Exposure and Product Safety Guide for the devices which contains important operating instructions for safe usage and RF energy awareness and control for Compliance with applicable standards and Regulations. Any modification to this device, not expressly authorized by Motorola Solutions, may void the user's authority to operate this device. Contact Us For inquiries, see https://www.motorolasolutions.com/en_us/support.html...

  • Page 5: Read Me First

    MN010089A01-AA Read Me First Read Me First Notations Used in This Manual Throughout the text in this publication, you notice the use of Warning, Caution, and Notice. These notations are used to emphasize that safety hazards exist, and the care that must be taken or observed.

  • Page 6: Related Publications

    The following list contains part numbers and titles of related publications. To find and download the publications, visit https://learning.motorolasolutions.com. Part Number Title MN007777A01 Mobile Companion User Guide MN007784A01 Vigilant LEARN Mobile User Guide MN008511A01 Vigilant Hardware Extended Warranty VSD53381 L6Q Get Started Guide...

  • Page 7: Document History

    MN010089A01-AA Document History Document History Version Description Date MN010089A01-AA Initial Release May 2023...
  • Page 8 MN010089A01-AA List of Figures List of Figures Figure 1: L6Q Overview..........................9 Figure 2: Mobile Companion Application QR Code................28 Figure 3: Cameras Screen........................29 Figure 4: Camera Details........................31 Figure 5: MicroSIM and MicroSD Cards....................33 Figure 6: Battery Installation........................35 Figure 7: QR Code Location........................36 Figure 8: Quick Deployment Carry Case....................38...
  • Page 9 The L6Q Installation Guide contains all of the information required to setup, install, and begin capturing vehicle detections with the L6Q camera system. It is recommended to review this guide in its entirety before embarking on installation for the first time. Each section in this guide is presented in the order that it should be performed.

  • Page 10: Installation Site Survey

    MN010089A01-AA Chapter 1 : L6Q Camera System Overview Table 2: L6Q Overview Description Number Description Shroud Camera Mounting Bracket Power/Multi-function Button Charging Port Door Battery Tray Camera Batteries Installation Site Survey Some locations may require permits or approval for installation. Survey the installation site to identify the camera mounting location, available power options, and site characteristics.
  • Page 11 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 1 : L6Q Camera System Overview Characteristic Camera Performance • Greater than 90 feet from intersections • Not suitable for parking lots or intersections Internet Connection Serviceable LTE Cellular signal from one of these mobile carriers: • Verizon •...
  • Page 12 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 1 : L6Q Camera System Overview Option Power Solution Description Requirements Internal Camera Batteries On- Two Li-Ion Internal Camera Battery tray or individual bat- Batteries: teries must be manually swap- ped when depleted Camera • Included with every L6Q...
  • Page 13 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 1 : L6Q Camera System Overview Type Components and Tools Battery Tray (with batteries) Camera Batteries USB-C Charging Cable (10 feet, with USB-A Adapter) Hex Key Tool...
  • Page 14 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 1 : L6Q Camera System Overview Type Components and Tools Pin and Torx Tool Metal Band Straps (2x) Lag Bolts (2x) (for optional surface mounting) Zip Ties (2x)
  • Page 15 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 1 : L6Q Camera System Overview Type Components and Tools Long Range Antenna and An- gle Adapter Mobile Phone Pouch Optional Components Quick Deployment Carry Case NOTE: The L6Q In- stallation Kit may in- clude these power options or add-on items.
  • Page 16 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 1 : L6Q Camera System Overview Type Components and Tools Solar Panel Kit NOTE: For more in- formation about the solar panel deploy- ment, see Solar Panel Deployment Kits on page Expansion Solar Panel Kit Expansion Solar Panel Battery...
  • Page 17 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 1 : L6Q Camera System Overview Type Components and Tools Optional Tools Power Drill (for mounting on a flat surface with Lag Bolts) NOTE: These tools are not included and may be optional de- pending on the con- ditions of the instal- lation site.
  • Page 18 1.2.1 Solar Panel Deployment Kits The L6Q Camera System supports single and dual solar panel deployments. Single panel deployments require only the Solar Panel Kit. Double panel deployments additionally require the Expansion Solar Panel Kit and the Expansion Solar Panel Battery Kit.
  • Page 19 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 1 : L6Q Camera System Overview Component Solar Panel Mounting Bracket Hex Bolts (2x) Metal Band Straps (2x) Lag Bolts (2x)
  • Page 20 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 1 : L6Q Camera System Overview Component Solar Panel Battery Solar Panel Battery AC Power Adapter Shoulder Strap Expansion Solar Panel Kit This kit contains all of the hardware components necessary to mount a second panel and connect it to...
  • Page 21 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 1 : L6Q Camera System Overview Table 7: Expansion Solar Panel Kit Components Component Expansion Solar Panel Solar Panel Mounting Bracket Hex Bolts (2x) Metal Band Straps (2x)
  • Page 22 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 1 : L6Q Camera System Overview Component Lag Bolts (2x) Y-cable (2x) Expansion Solar Panel Battery Kit This kit contains everything needed to add the required second battery for a dual panel deployment or add an optional second battery to a single panel deployment.
  • Page 23 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 1 : L6Q Camera System Overview Component Battery Tie Cable Battery Mounting Hardware (4x)

  • Page 24: Led Status Indicator

    MN010089A01-AA Chapter 1 : L6Q Camera System Overview LED Status Indicator The LED inside the USB-C Charging Port Door serves as a status indicator that can display power, error, pairing, and connection status conditions. To access the Status LED, open the Charging Port door with the Pin and Torx Tool.
  • Page 25 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 1 : L6Q Camera System Overview Status LED Color LED Behavior Camera But- ton Action Power Off Two Blinks (0.25s each) Press + Hold (Release after Blinking Green 10s) Normal Operation On (Constant Solid) Solid Green Boot Failure Alternating (1s on;...
  • Page 26 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 1 : L6Q Camera System Overview Status LED Color LED Behavior Camera But- ton Action Bluetooth Connect- On (Constant Solid) Solid Amber Bluetooth Connect- Two Blinks (0.25s each) → Standard Behavior Blinking Green Bluetooth Discon- Alternating (1s Red; 1s Amber)

  • Page 27: Pre-Installation

    Agency or Site. To obtain an account, contact Vigilant Support. Downloading the Mobile Companion Application The Mobile Companion application is required to install L6Q camera systems. The mobile application is used to pair cameras to a mobile phone, add cameras to VehicleManager and ClientPortal, perform camera installation, and manage installed cameras.
  • Page 28 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 2 : Pre-Installation Figure 2: Mobile Companion Application QR Code Logging on to Mobile Companion The account type used to log on to the mobile application and the permissions configured for the account determine the features that are displayed. Prerequisites: The Mobile Companion application requires: •...
  • Page 29 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 2 : Pre-Installation to view Camera Details, resume paused camera installations, and add new cameras to begin the installation process. Camera List Filtering If the Cameras list grows too long, it can be searched by camera name or filtered down to make finding a specific camera easier.
  • Page 30 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 2 : Pre-Installation Number Option Description • Tapping the Location map icon allows you to edit the geozone boundary. Add Camera or Help/Support (Ellipsis Add Camera begins the camera pair- Icon) ing and installation process. Help/ Support opens a menu with a link for reporting errors and a link to the Get Started portal.
  • Page 31 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 2 : Pre-Installation Figure 4: Camera Details Table 11: Camera Details Number Option Description Status Contains indicators for LTE signal strength, internal cam- era battery life, and camera aim accuracy. • If the aiming accuracy of the camera is detected to be low, Re-aim camera…...
  • Page 32 MicroSIM and MicroSD Cards Each L6Q camera requires an active MicroSIM card to upload detections and a MicroSD card to buffer detections in case of signal loss. It is not necessary to install a MicroSIM card or MicroSD card. A...
  • Page 33 • FirstNet Mobile CAUTION: A consumer grade SIM card that is not configured for use with L6Q cameras will incur excessive voice billing charges from the carrier! Voice charges are considered legitimate and cannot be disputed. Only approved Internet of Things (IoT) SIM cards configured for L6Q data should be used with the L6Q camera.
  • Page 34 If needed, the individual batteries or the whole Battery Tray can be swapped out before or after installation. Install the Camera Batteries before attempting to power the camera from one of the available power options. Prerequisites: Obtain: • L6Q Camera • Camera Batteries • Battery Tray •...
  • Page 35 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 2 : Pre-Installation Figure 6: Battery Installation Pairing Cameras to Mobile Companion To perform the installation process, cameras must be paired to the Mobile Companion application. Pairing the camera during pre-installation enables installers to check that the camera is functioning properly in the Camera Details screen before attempting installation.
  • Page 36 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 2 : Pre-Installation When pairing mode is active the LED Status Indicator will blink, alternating between amber and green. NOTE: The first press may only wake the camera. If pairing mode does not activate, wait a few moments and try again. 7 Tap Next in the Power On Camera screen.

  • Page 37: Preparing For Travel

    The product packaging or Quick Deployment Carry Case can be used to safely transport the camera and accessories to the installation site. The Quick Deployment Carry Case is designed to safely and comfortably carry the L6Q Installation Kit up and down ladders. Prerequisites: The Camera Batteries are fully charged.
  • Page 38 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 2 : Pre-Installation If… Then… If using the Rapid perform the following actions: Deployment Carry a Place the camera and accessories into the case. Case, b Zip the case closed to secure the items. c Adjust the strap for comfort and stability while using a ladder. d Proceed to the camera installation site when ready.

  • Page 39: Hardware Installation

    Prerequisites: To begin hardware installation, the following must be true: • The installer is at the installation site • The L6Q Installation Kit and any Optional Components or Optional Tools are on hand • The Pre-installation has been performed and completed •...
  • Page 40 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 3 : Hardware Installation 2 Enter a descriptive name into the Camera Name field. Descriptive camera names should reflect the location and direction of the camera. For example: • 32nd Ave NB @ Nelson St. • Windermere HOA West @ Ashwell Ln. •...

  • Page 41: Solar Panel Installation

    MN010089A01-AA Chapter 3 : Hardware Installation Solar Panel Installation The solar panel assembly and mounting process with be different depending on the solar panel deployment options ordered. Solar Panels can be mounted to a pole with the Metal Band Straps, or to a surface with the Lag Bolts.

  • Page 42: Battery Charging

    MN010089A01-AA Chapter 3 : Hardware Installation 3.2.1 Battery Charging The internal Camera Batteries and any Solar Panel Batteries in use must be fully charged before proceeding with Hardware Installation. For solar panel deployments, it is recommended to charge the Solar Panel Batteries at the same time as the internal Camera Batteries. NOTE: Failure to fully charge the Camera Batteries and Solar Panel Batteries before installation may cause the batteries to die before there is sufficient power to keep them charged under load.
  • Page 43 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 3 : Hardware Installation Option Actions Figure 11: USB-C Cable to USB-C Charging Port To use perform the following actions: the AC a Align the elbow connector with the lower power port on the back of the Power camera by rotating the connector until it drops into the port.
  • Page 44 5 Allow the battery to fully charge. 3.2.2 Assembling the Solar Panel It is recommended to perform assembly of the solar panel at the L6Q installation site. Prerequisites: The Solar Panel Battery is charged. For single solar panel deployments, obtain: •...
  • Page 45 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 3 : Hardware Installation b Carefully lift the Solar Panel from the product packaging. NOTE: The assembled Solar Panel and battery are heavy. Observe safe lifting practices when maneuvering the panel. c Place the Solar Panel onto the foam sheet panel-side down, to protect the surface while working.

  • Page 46: Mounting The Solar Panel

    MN010089A01-AA Chapter 3 : Hardware Installation If... Then... single bat- tery de- ployment, NOTE: The Battery Tie Cable connectors and battery tie ports are keyed so that they can only connect when rotated into the correct position. 4 Choose one of the following options: If...
  • Page 47 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 3 : Hardware Installation Procedure: 1 Choose one of the following options: If… Then… If the Solar install the Solar Panel Mounting Bracket with two Metal Band Straps: Panel is being a Position the bracket facing a southerly direction. mounted to a b Temporarily secure the top loops of the bracket with a Zip-Tie.

  • Page 48: Installing Ac Power

    MN010089A01-AA Chapter 3 : Hardware Installation If… Then… c Perform cable management as necessary. d Go to Camera Installation. If this is a single Solar go to Camera Installation. Panel deployment, Installing AC Power The AC 120V External Power option requires an existing AC power outlet installed by a certified electrician.

  • Page 49: Camera Installation

    MN010089A01-AA Chapter 3 : Hardware Installation Figure 14: Conductors Connection 2 Check the power cable length. a Run the DC Power Cable to the approximate location of the camera. b Use a Zip-Tie to secure the end of the cable in place. 3 Go to Camera Installation.
  • Page 50 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 3 : Hardware Installation Figure 15: Camera Mounting 3.5.1 Installing the Camera Mounting Bracket Prerequisites: If mounting on a pole, obtain: • Camera Mounting Bracket • Metal Band Straps (2x) • Hex Key Tool • Wire Snips • Zip-Tie (1x) If mounting on a flat surface, obtain: •...
  • Page 51 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 3 : Hardware Installation If… Then… c Adjust the bracket to its final mounting location and tap two mounting holes through the lag bolt holes. d Equip the Power Drill chuck with a socket bit and Lag Bolt. e Screw the Lag Bolts through the bracket and into the surface.

  • Page 52: Installing The Camera

    MN010089A01-AA Chapter 3 : Hardware Installation • If re-pairing is successful, tap Continue • If re-pairing is unsuccessful, tap Try Again and repeat the re-pairing process. 3.5.3 Installing the Camera Prerequisites: Any external power options are installed. The Camera Mounting Bracket is installed. The camera is paired to the Mobile Companion application.
  • Page 53 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 3 : Hardware Installation Camera Aiming Accurate aiming and positioning of the camera is essential to maximizing plate capture performance. Proper aiming ensures that license plates traveling through the camera’s field of view are at an ideal distance and angle for generating images that are as clear and readable as possible. Remember these helpful tips when aiming the camera: •...
  • Page 54 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 3 : Hardware Installation Figure 16: Distances A and B 5 Select the number of lanes in the road being monitored by the camera: one or two. 6 Enter the previously determined distances A and B into the application. 3.6.2 Aiming and Securing the Camera If an assistant is available to drive a testing vehicle through the capture zone, dispatch them at this...
  • Page 55 Verifying Successful Capture with LEARN Mobile Prerequisites: Access to LEARN Mobile in the Mobile Companion application is required to verify that L6Q is capturing license plates properly. Procedure: 1 From the Mobile Companion home screen, tap LEARN Mobile. 2 Log on to LEARN Mobile by using the same username and password that was used to log on to Mobile Companion.
  • Page 56 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 3 : Hardware Installation Figure 18: LEARN Mobile Home Screen 5 Next to CRITERIA, tap the down arrow and select Users. Deselect the All Users checkbox and select the My Scans checkbox. 6 To do a search for all plates, in the Plate Number field, enter the asterisk (*) wildcard character. NOTE: If using a known or test license plate for aiming, enter the license plate number instead.
  • Page 57 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 3 : Hardware Installation Figure 19: Search Plate Number License plates scanned by the recently installed camera should appear in the search results. NOTE: Any other license plates scanned under the logged on user will also appear. 7 In the results, tap a license plate and verify that the address information is correct for the recently installed camera.
  • Page 58 MN010089A01-AA Chapter 3 : Hardware Installation Figure 20: Search Results...

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