r.LiNK RL4-UCON8-CP Manual

Video-inserter, compatible with jeep vehicles with uconnect smarttouch 8.4“ infotainment

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r.LiNK Video-inserter
RL4-UCON8-CP
Compatible with
Jeep vehicles
with Uconnect Smarttouch 8.4" infotainment
Video-inserter for front- and rear-view camera
and two additional video sources
Product features
 Video-inserter for factory-infotainment systems
 1 CVBS Input for rear-view camera
 1 CVBS Input for front camera
 2 CVBS video-inputs for after-market devices (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 reverse gear for 10 seconds
 Video-in-motion (ONLY for connected video-sources)
 Video-inputs NTSC and PAL compatible
Version 24.09.2019
HW CANM(V98)/(V34)
RL4-UCON8-CP

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  • Page 1 Video-inserter RL4-UCON8-CP Compatible with Jeep vehicles with Uconnect Smarttouch 8.4“ infotainment Video-inserter for front- and rear-view camera and two additional video sources Product features  Video-inserter for factory-infotainment systems  1 CVBS Input for rear-view camera  1 CVBS Input for front camera ...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Case 1: Interface receives the reverse gear signal 2.8.3.2. Case 2: Interface does not receive the reverse gear signal 2.9. Connection – external keypad Interface operation by external keypad Picture settings Specifications Frequently asked questions Technical support Version 24.09.2019 HW CANM(V98)/(V34) RL4-UCON8-CP...
  • Page 3: Prior To Installation

    1. 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 Version 24.09.2019 HW CANM(V98)/(V34) RL4-UCON8-CP...
  • Page 4: Checking The Interface Compatibility Of Vehicle And Accessories

    1.3. Connectors 1.3.1. Connectors - 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. Version 24.09.2019 HW CANM(V98)/(V34) RL4-UCON8-CP...
  • Page 5: Connectors - Daughter Pcb

    1.3.2. connectors – daughter PCB Version 24.09.2019 HW CANM(V98)/(V34) RL4-UCON8-CP...
  • Page 6: Dip-Switch Settings

    Set to OFF No function Set to OFF No function Monitor size 8,4inch *The front camera will automatically be switched for 10 seconds after disengaging the reverse gear. See the following chapters for detailed information. Version 24.09.2019 HW CANM(V98)/(V34) RL4-UCON8-CP...
  • Page 7: Activating The Front Camera Input (Dip 1)

    By using the Dip-switches, the factory Head-unit or vehicle can be chosen which the interface will be connected to. Dip position down is ON and position up is OFF. Set all dip switches to off Vehicle/Navigation Dip 1 Dip 2 Dip 3 Dip 4 All vehicles Version 24.09.2019 HW CANM(V98)/(V34) RL4-UCON8-CP...
  • Page 8: Installation

    The interface needs a permanent 12V source! 2.1. Place of installation The video interface is designated to be connected behind the vehicle`s head unit. The daughter PCB shell be installed and connected inside the factory head unit behind the monitor panel. Version 24.09.2019 HW CANM(V98)/(V34) RL4-UCON8-CP...
  • Page 9: Connection Scheme

    2.2. Connection Scheme Version 24.09.2019 HW CANM(V98)/(V34) RL4-UCON8-CP...
  • Page 10: Installation - Ribbon Cables Into The Monitor Panel

    Installation - ribbon cables into the monitor panel Remove the factory monitor and open it`s housing. The daughter PCB is built to be installed into the optical lead between the monitor panel and mainboard of the vehicles monitor. Version 24.09.2019 HW CANM(V98)/(V34) RL4-UCON8-CP...
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  • Page 12: Warning Notes, Concerning The Installation Of Ribbon Cables

    2) The ribbon cable’s contacting side always has to correspond to the contacting side of the connector, concerning the mounting position. 2.4. Connection – picture signal cable Connect the opposite female 20pin connector of the pre-connected 20pin picture signal cable to the male 20pin connector of the video interface. Version 24.09.2019 HW CANM(V98)/(V34) RL4-UCON8-CP...
  • Page 13: Connection - 10Pin Power / Can Cable

    4 cables to the vehicle’s CAN high wire and isolate the connection (Pins – see diagram). Connect the single red wire to stabile +12V terminal Connect the single brown cable to the vehicle’s negative Ground. Version 24.09.2019 HW CANM(V98)/(V34) RL4-UCON8-CP...
  • Page 14: Analogue Power Supply

    Connect the female 12pin connector of the 12pin interface cable to the male 12pin connector of the video interface. Connect the 12pin interface cable’s purple coloured wire Manual ACC to +12V Ignition power or to +12V S-contact terminal 86s +12V (e.g. glove compartment illumination). Version 24.09.2019 HW CANM(V98)/(V34) RL4-UCON8-CP...
  • Page 15: Power Supply Output

    +12V (max. 3A) when reverse gear is engaged incl. 10 seconds delay after reverse gear is disengaged and +12V by manual switching to front camera by keypad (short press) Dip 1 OFF +12V (max. 3A) ACC Version 24.09.2019 HW CANM(V98)/(V34) RL4-UCON8-CP...
  • Page 16 Connect the front camera’s video RCA connector to the 12pin interface cable’s female RCA connector „Front V3“. Connect the video RCA of the AV source 1 and 2 to the 12pin interface cable’s female RCA connector “Left (V1)” ”Right (V2)”. Version 24.09.2019 HW CANM(V98)/(V34) RL4-UCON8-CP...
  • Page 17: Audio Insertion

    (short press) from any image mode. The power supply output gives +12V then, as well (if Dip 1 is set to ON and the front camera input is selected). Attention: A long press of the external keypad push button will switch the interface to the next source. Version 24.09.2019 HW CANM(V98)/(V34) RL4-UCON8-CP...
  • Page 18: After-Market Rear-View Camera

    The 12 V power supply for the rear-view camera (max 3A) has to be taken from the 12pin interface cabl’s green wire “Reverse-OUT” to avoid an unnecessary, permanent power supply to the camera electronic. Both green cables “Reverse IN” “Reverse OUT” have to remain connected. Version 24.09.2019 HW CANM(V98)/(V34) RL4-UCON8-CP...
  • Page 19: 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 “Reverse-IN” cable before. Connect permanent power / 12V to the relay’s input connector (30). Version 24.09.2019 HW CANM(V98)/(V34) RL4-UCON8-CP...
  • Page 20: Connection - External Keypad

    Connect the keypad’s female 4pin connector to the 12pin interface cable’s male 4pin connector. Note: Even if the switching through several video sources by the keypad mightn’t be required, the keypad’s invisible connection and availability is strongly recommended. Version 24.09.2019 HW CANM(V98)/(V34) RL4-UCON8-CP...
  • Page 21: Interface Operation By External Keypad

     Short press of keypad (only if DIP 1 is set to ON) By short pressing the external keypad, the video interfaces switches from the factory video to the front camera input and back to factory video. Version 24.09.2019 HW CANM(V98)/(V34) RL4-UCON8-CP...
  • Page 22: Picture Settings

    Contrast Brightness Saturation Position H (horizontal) Position V (vertical) IR-AV1/2 (no function) Guide L/R (no function) UI-CNTRL (no function) Size H/V (picture size horizontal/vertical) Note: To adjust the reverse picture settings, engage the reverse gear. Version 24.09.2019 HW CANM(V98)/(V34) RL4-UCON8-CP...
  • Page 23: Specifications

    7V - 25V Stand-by power drain 25mA Power 150mA @12V Video input 0.7V - 1V Video input formats PAL/NTSC Temperature range -40°C to +85°C Dimensions daughter PCB 118 x 25 x 104mm (W x H x D) Version 24.09.2019 HW CANM(V98)/(V34) RL4-UCON8-CP...
  • Page 24 The grey wire of the 6pin Apply +12V from the reverse light. Use a relay or camera input when reverse cable doesn’t receive the electronics to "clean" reverse gear lamp power. gear is engaged. +12V reverse signal Version 24.09.2019 HW CANM(V98)/(V34) RL4-UCON8-CP...
  • Page 25: 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 Eurotec-Ring 39 D-47445 Moers +49 2841 949970 Email mail@navlinkz.de 10R-03 5384 Made in China Version 24.09.2019 HW CANM(V98)/(V34) RL4-UCON8-CP...

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