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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 Table of Contents System Overview ..................................2 Features ....................................2 Components ..................................2 System Limitations ................................2 Understanding the System ..............................3 Control Box / DVR ................................3 Display / Monitor ................................. 3 Cameras ..................................... 3 Data Storage Devices and Readers ...........................
Page 3 Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 IMPORTANT NOTICES PRO-VISION tries to ensure that the information provided in this document is as comprehensive as possible at the time of publication. However, because of PRO-VISION’s drive to provide the best products through continual improvement, PRO- VISION reserves the right to update the information in this document at any time without prior notice.
Page 4: System Overview
12/19/2024 SYSTEM OVERVIEW The Birdseye 360 HD Video System is designed to seamlessly integrate with vehicle and operator activities. It is a standalone vision and safety system that increases the driver’s visibility around a vehicle to detect objects or pedestrians, and assists with parking, checking blind spots, and operating a vehicle near other vehicles and obstacles.
Page 5: Understanding The System
• Display / Monitor The Birdseye 360 HD 7” Monitor is the main display of the system. It is used to calibrate and setup the system along with displaying the output video feed from the Birdseye 360 DVR. The monitor has a single cable that connects directly to the Control Box / DVR; it supplies power, receives audio/video feed, and communicates touchscreen functions.
Page 6: Gps Antenna
Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 Spare/Replacement cards are available in various sizes to meet the desired storage capacity requirements: 32GB SDHC (P/N: PD-1716/8090041) • 64GB SDXC (P/N: PD-1718/8090042) • 128GB SDXC (P/N: PD-1728/8090044) • 256GB SDXC (P/N: PD-1738/8090046) •...
Page 7: Px-1942 15Ft Analog Hd A/V Cable
Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 PX-1942 15ft Analog HD A/V Cable 15ft Analog HD cables (P/N: PX-1942) are used for connecting both analog standard definition (SD) and high definition (HD) cameras to the DVR unit. The male ends connect to cameras and the female ends connect to the DVR.
Page 8: System Installation
The power cable includes (2) fuse holders with 3A fuses that are intended for use when making final connections to the vehicle to protect the power cable and the Birdseye 360 System. Other suitable fusing methods with appropriate amperage fuses may be used instead of the included fuses.
Page 9 Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 Things to consider when choosing the mounting location: • Access to the front of the DVR to add or remove storage media. • Access to open the front latch, turn the key to unlock the front panel, and clearance for the front panel to fully swing open.
Page 10: Display / Monitor
Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 Display / Monitor Connecting the Monitor/Display The monitor has a 1.5 meter cable (4.9 feet), which connects to the DVR/Control Box, so this should be considered when determining the monitor’s location and proximity to the DVR unit. There is a single cable attached to the Birdseye Monitor and it is not removable.
Page 11: Birdseye Cameras
The Birdseye Cameras – Fixed and Adjustable – will always be part of the system. Optional, additional cameras can also be added as wanted. Four (4) Camera System: Standard configuration of four (4) Birdseye 360 Cameras on each side of the vehicle. •...
Page 21 Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 4 Camera System: 6 Camera System: Four (4) cameras require four (4) calibration mats, and a six (6) camera system requires six (6) calibration mats. Mats should be placed at the four corners of the vehicle – approximately two (2) feet from the vehicle. For a six (6) camera system, a calibration mat is added at the center of each side of the vehicle.
Page 22: System Cameras
Self-Drilling screws. 7. Connect the extension cable to the DVR unit and view the image on the Birdseye 360 HD Monitor. Note: This camera’s aim cannot be adjusted after installation. For a Birdseye 360 camera that can be adjusted, select the Analog HD Adjustable Birdseye 360 Camera.
Page 23 Drilling screws. 7. Connect the extension cable to the DVR unit and view the image on the Birdseye 360 HD Monitor. 8. If the image needs adjustment, loosen the 4 socket head screws (item 11) on the front of the camera housing.
Page 24: Optional Ahd Cameras
Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 Optional AHD Cameras Analog HD Wide-Angle Low Profile Camera The AHD Low Profile Camera (Kit P/N: DVR-923, Camera P/N: PC-1923) is designed to be mounted inside the vehicle for coverage of the driver, passengers, and cargo. It has a low-profile housing, allowing it to be mounted to the ceiling or headliner, providing an optimal field of view.
Page 25 Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 Flush Mount Installation (Requires P/N: PC-1268): 1. Remove the four (4) screws and plastic back plate from the back of the camera and set aside. 2. Remove the camera assembly from the low-profile aluminum housing and place it into flush mount bracket.
Page 26 Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 Analog HD Forward Facing Camera The AHD Forward Facing Camera (Kit P/N: DVR-922, Camera P/N: PC-1922) is designed to record the area in front of the vehicle through the windshield. The camera lens has a wide 130°...
Page 27 Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 Analog HD Mini-Dome Camera The AHD Mini-Dome Camera (Kit P/N: DVR-921, Camera P/N: PC-1921) is designed to be mounted inside a vehicle. The camera is used most often mounted in the interior of the vehicle covering the driver, passengers, or cargo.
Page 28 Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 Example View: Rear seat of Ford Interceptor Sedan Example View: Cargo area of a Dodge Ram Cargo Minivan Page 26 of 58 ©2024 Pro-Vision Solutions, LLC.
Page 29: Mounting Locations
Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 Analog HD Side Camera The AHD Side Camera (Kit P/N: DVR-920, Camera P/N: PC-1920) is designed for direct mounting to the vehicle’s exterior body panel to provide an outside view. The camera is waterproof rated IP-67, has a wide-angle lens with a 145° horizontal and 80° vertical coverage...
Page 30 Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 Roof Mount Bracket Installation (Requires P/N: 8090407): 1. Disassemble the AHD Side Camera and install the camera base to the Side Camera Bracket using the included hardware as shown below. Reassemble the AHD Side Camera.
Page 31 Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 Analog HD Flush Mount Camera The AHD Flush Mount Camera (Kit P/N: DVR-918, Camera P/N: PC-1918) is designed to be mounted in a body panel or bumper of the vehicle, flush with the surface. The camera is used most often inside the rear bumper of vehicles, but it also works well mounted in an enclosure above the engine compartment or rear window on rear engine buses.
Page 32 Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 Analog HD Low Profile Camera The AHD Low Profile Camera (Kit P/N: DVR-912, Camera P/N: PC- 1912) is designed to be mounted in the rear of the vehicle. It is very low profile, allowing it to be mounted at the top of the rear for easier wiring and better field of view.
Page 33 Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 Analog HD Marker Light Camera The AHD Flush Mount Camera (Kit P/N: DVR-910, Camera P/N: PC-1910) is designed to be mounted in an existing 2” or 2.5” marker light hole in the rear body of the vehicle to replace a standard 2”...
Page 34 Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 Analog HD Heavy Duty Camera The AHD Heavy Duty Camera (Kit P/N: DVR-916, Camera P/N: PC-1916) is designed to be mounted in the rear of the vehicle. It is small, allowing it to be mounted at the top of the rear for easier wiring and a better field of view.
Page 35 Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 Heavy-Duty Bracket Installation (Requires P/N: PC-1271): 1. Locate the desired mounting location of the camera. It is recommended to power on the DVR unit, temporarily connect the camera, and observe that the view in the desired mounting location is satisfactory before proceeding to the next step.
Page 36 Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 Analog HD Mirror Mount Side Camera The AHD Mirror Mount Side Camera (Kit Number 9000590) is designed to attach to the mirror arm used on large commercial vehicles for mounting various, multiple mirrors. The camera has a ball and socket housing and can be mounted using clamps or screws.
Page 37: Event Marker Button
Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 Event Marker Button Recommended Mounting Locations: The button should always be mounted within reach of the driver while seated normally and buckled. The LED status light on the button should be visible either directly or indirectly (reflected off a nearby dash or console) by the driver. If unsure of the button location or LED brightness it is recommended to temporarily power the DVR unit with the button connected prior to installing to observe the LED visibility.
Page 38: System Configuration
Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION All configuration settings are done through the monitor on the system interface. Log in To log in, touch the bottom section of the monitor screen, push the setting icon (gear symbol) , and then enter the password "doesitall".
Page 39: Setup Wizards
Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 Main Menu Setup Wizards The Setup Wizard gives step by step, on screen instructions for Calibration, Birdseye View, and DVR settings. It is recommended for establishing all initial settings. Page 37 of 58 ©2024 Pro-Vision Solutions, LLC.
Page 40 If the system has not been set up, the Setup Wizard will prompt the user to complete the calibration. To ensure an accurate calibration, select the appropriate system type for the installation (4-channel or 6-channel system). Two (2) calibration boards/mats must be visible within each Birdseye 360 camera view (4 channel and 6 channel) to successfully calibrate the system.
Page 41 Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 The system will communicate during calibration, indicating progress, and will prompt the user to make any adjustments if needed. Within Automatic Calibration, Vehicle Type is selected to display the type of vehicle being calibrated. There is an option to include a unique/specific image of a vehicle (only .jpg or .png formats are accepted).
Page 42 Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 When the system has been calibrated successfully, a system alert displays, and the user can move on to system adjustments using the Birdseye View Wizard accessed in the Birdseye View Setup module. Birdseye View Setup After calibration, the Birdseye View Setup is where adjustments for viewing distance, camera line angle, and pedestrian detection are made via the Birdseye View Wizard.
Page 43 Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 The system can be adjusted at any time as needed, but it should be done at least once right after system calibration. The Birdseye Wizard will prompt the user to advance through multiple screens where adjustments can be made. On screen instructions and progress indicators will be displayed throughout the process.
Page 44 Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 Note the difference in the width of the angles when adjusting from 16 to 47. Select the Next button to access or adjust the perimeter view fields. The Birdseye Viewing Distance is the perimeter viewing distance around the vehicle. After making any adjustments to the perimeter view, select the Next button to view or adjust additional settings.
Page 45 Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 The FCW (Forward Collision Warning) module allows for automatic detection and warning indicators for object detection in the front of the vehicle. The FCW is a toggle switch (On/Off) that can be changed at any time.
Page 46 Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 The PDS (Pedestrian Detection System) Module is used to automatically detect pedestrian traffic with the ability to increase and decrease filters for height, distance, speed (of object), width, and confidence (higher/lower detection sensitivity). An initial setting of at least 80 is recommended for the Confidence setting.
Page 47 Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 The pedestrian symbol displays when a pedestrian is within the vehicle’s perimeter according to the location (LeftFront, LeftFront, RightFront, RightBack) and filter settings (height, distance, speed, width, confidence) recorded in the PDS Module. DVR Setup The DVR Setup Module has four(4) sections to establish or modify video recording settings, timing, and modes.
Page 48 Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 The DVR Wizard is used to define the Unit ID, establish video recording settings and system time settings. The DVR Wizard leads the user through the available settings and communicates with onscreen instructions. If GPS is used, it will synchronize system timing to the time zone of the vehicle’s location.
Page 49 Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 The time setting establishes the time zone where the vehicle resides. Page 47 of 58 ©2024 Pro-Vision Solutions, LLC.
Page 50: Advanced Settings
Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 Advanced Settings Advanced settings include the User Setup, Storage, AVM, Video, and Information sections. User Setup Page 48 of 58 ©2024 Pro-Vision Solutions, LLC.
Page 53: Operation
Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 OPERATION After configuring the system, the Driver can navigate between views by touching the side of the monitor screen. Screens are available in a one-way progression without a back button. To see a screen already viewed, cycle through all the screens again.
Page 54: File Structure And File Naming
Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 File Structure and File Naming File Structure: CAM#_yyyymmdd-hhmmss_AVFRh4_VEHCID_username File Name Example: 1_20230124-143615_0115h4_PVTransit Data Element Description CAM# Camera # (9 is monitor screen, 1/2/3/4/5/6 are individual camera views) Year Month Date Hour Minutes Seconds 0 = No Audio, 1 = Audio...
Page 55: Troubleshooting
Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 TROUBLESHOOTING Calibration Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution Press up / down / left / right button to shift single-view channel and make After stitching, some areas do not Please make sure the calibration sure that all cameras are functioning normally, and surrounding show in the display/monitor.
Page 56 Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 Problem Possible Cause Solution Defective monitor. Contact technical support. Rolling picture. Defective monitor. Contact technical support. No camera on selected channel. Switch channel on monitor. Faulty A/V cable connection. Disconnect and re-connect camera / A/V cable to power harness.
Page 57: Sd Card Troubleshooting
Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 SD Card Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Solution The SD card or SSD is not inserted Ensure the disk is fully inserted into DVR, it should be flush with the fully. DVR faceplate. The SD card is locked in write Remove the card and ensure that the switch on the card is up protected mode.
Page 58: Camera & Accessory Troubleshooting
Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 Camera & Accessory Troubleshooting: Problem Possible Causes Solution A camera is disconnected or is not Test to ensure it is a camera problem by swapping that camera to working properly or is damaged. another input on the DVR unit.
Page 59: Updates
Birdseye 360 System System Guide 12/19/2024 UPDATES Pro-Vision periodically releases new firmware for this device. • To view the latest firmware available, visit https://firmware.provisionusa.com. • To determine if an update is needed, check the current firmware version on your device, it can be viewed through the web user interface in top title bar, then compare this version number to the latest available.
Page 60: Compliance
12/19/2024 COMPLIANCE The PRO-VISION Birdseye 360 system is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. Government. These limits are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish permitted levels of RF energy for the general population.

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