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  • Page 1 10-8 In-Car Video System Installation / User Manual 2013r2...
  • Page 2 Copyright © 2011-2013 10-8 Video Digital Evidence Solutions. • All rights reserved. Disclaimer: 10-8 Video Digital Evidence Solutions reserves the right to make changes in specifications at any time and without notice. The information provided by this document is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by 10-8 Video Digital Evidence Solutions for its use;...
  • Page 3 2. We will then mail a new component via USPS Priority Mail within one (1) business day. 3. When you receive the replacement, mail back the failed component. Shipping Address 10-8 Video Digital Evidence Solutions 1423 Huntsville Hwy. Fayetteville, TN 37334 Phone Numbers (888) 788-1048 •...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents CD-ROM Instructions Manuals Safety Installation Safety Daily Operation Package Contents System Schematic Hardware: Installation Introduction Digital Video Recorder Unit (DVR) Common Installation Areas Emergency Lights & Manual Activation 2.4GHZ Wireless Mic 2.4 Ghz Wireless Mic DVR Set-up Black Wire (Audio Out) 2.4GHZ Mic Antenna UHF Wireless Mic Single System Setup...
  • Page 5 GPS System Setting the GPS Speed Trigger Hardware: Configuration DVR Configuration Entering Your Information 2nd Camera Configuration Setting Date and Time G-Force Sensor Configuration Hardware: Usage In-Car Playback Watch Previously Recorded Events Viewing Today’s Recordings Viewing Another Day’s Recordings Stopping Playback DVR Remote Control Selecting Camera Entering Your Unit/Car ID...
  • Page 6 Contents Software: Introduction Software Overview Software: Usage Opening A File Searching For A File Playing A File Adjusting Playback Speed Adjusting Playback Volume Maximizing the View of a Video Clip Stopping Playback Monitoring G-Force and Speed Events Using the Google GPS Window ™...
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  • Page 8 CD-ROM CD-ROM...

  • Page 9: Cd-Rom Instructions

    CD-ROM Instructions The CD at left contains the viewer software needed for playback on your computer. It also includes PDF copies of all manuals. When you insert the CD it will automatically run the software installation program Manuals To access the manuals: Insert the CD into your CD-ROM/DVD drive.

  • Page 10: Safety

    Safety Installation Safety WARNING: This product utilizes high voltage. Any unauthorized modifications or damage to the products may result in electrical shock. 1. Handle all components with care. Inspect regularly for damage to components and cabling. 2. You are responsible to ensure that the installation of this product does not void or affect the vehicle manufacturer’s warranty.

  • Page 11: Daily Operation

    Daily Operation You, as the driver, are solely responsible for the safe operation of your vehicle and the safety of your passengers according to the US and local traffic regulations. WARNING: Do not use any features of this system to the extent it distracts you from safe driving.

  • Page 12: Package Contents

    Package Contents REC ALM SD1 PWR GPS SD2 Camera* & Mount Digital Video Recorder (DVR) Mirror Wireless Mic (Optional) 2.4GHZ model shown. GPS Unit (Optional) * NOTE: Actual camera appearance may vary from illustration.
  • Page 13 HARNESSES (Simplified for clairity) Power Harness A/V Harness Sensor Harness 2.4GHZ Harness Mirror Harness Video Harness Camera Harness...

  • Page 14: System Schematic

    System Schematic 6 Pin 4 Pin Power Harness Harness RED: Vehicle +12V “Ignition on” BLACK: Vehicle Chassis Ground BLACK (PWR GND) to ground RED (PWR) Fuse to Constant +12V Supply CAT 5 NOTE: Actual camera appearance may vary from illustration.

  • Page 15: Hardware: Installation

    Hardware: Installation Introduction The installation of the 10-8 Patrol Car video system breaks down to some very simple steps. The basic connection for video and audio are very similar to a VCR or DVD player. The one area that differs from what you may have done in the past is the connections for the alarm inputs .

  • Page 16: Digital Video Recorder Unit (Dvr)

    Hardware: Installation Digital Video Recorder Unit (DVR) The first thing you will want to do is locate where you want to install the DVR. The small size of the unit makes that much easier than just a few short years ago. Common Installation Areas •...
  • Page 17 Try to keep the unit in sight of the driver where they will be able to use the I/R remote more easily. If needed, the DVR ships with brackets for mounting. 6 Pin 4 Pin Camera Power Harness AV Harness Harness Sensor Harness...

  • Page 18: Emergency Lights & Manual Activation

    Hardware: Installation Emergency Lights & Manual Activation There are four (4) wires (leads) coming from the sensor harness. Each wire will activate the recorder when voltage is applied to any single wire. In a typical patrol car installation, 2 of these wires will be used. These wires will detect when voltage is present and activate the recorder.
  • Page 19 Caution: These wires are very sensitive and care must be taken that you do not connect to a wire that has low voltage all the time, as the recorder will detect voltage and activate the recorder. Sensor In 3 (Green Wire) - to green wire of 2.4Ghz Mic Sensor In 2 - to manual activation switch Sensor In 1 - to pursuit lights Sensor Out 2 (Blue Wire) - to blue wire of 2.4 Mhz Mic...

  • Page 20: 2.4Ghz Wireless Mic

    Hardware: Installation 2.4GHZ Wireless Mic If your department opted for our new 2.4ghz wireless microphone system, congratulations! This is an incredible wireless microphone with excellent range and clarity. The installation is easy and straight forward. Find a suitable place in the vehicle for the base station/receiver. A bracket is included.

  • Page 21: Ghz Wireless Mic Dvr Set-Up

    Once the entire video system is installed, complete the following steps: 2.4 Ghz Wireless Mic DVR Set-up Power on the system. Press the ‘Menu’ key on the remote. Use the arrow keys to select ‘Alarm In’. Go down to the 2.4 mic section, under Enable, ensure it is set to ‘ON’. Leave the rest of the setting as they are configured.
  • Page 22 Hardware: Installation BLACK (PWR GND) to ground RED (PWR) to Fuse Constant +12V Supply CAT 5 FIG. 3 2.4GHZ Wireless Mic Installation 2.4GHZ Wireless Mic Installation...

  • Page 23: Ghz Mic Antenna

    2.4GHZ Mic Antenna Plug the antenna into the gold plug on the top of the cradle. Secure by tightening the lock nut. Run the wire down under the dash or other hidden location, somewhere toward the front of the vehicle. Velcro or double-sided tape works great for securing the antennae end to a flat surface on the vehicle.

  • Page 24: Uhf Wireless Mic

    Hardware: Installation UHF Wireless Mic Locate a convenient spot for the wireless mic receiver (the small box with the collapsible antennas). The location does not have to be readily accessible once it is installed so you may want to put it under a seat, or under the dash.
  • Page 25 Power Button SCAN/IR Press to synchronize transmitter and receiver frequencies. Volume Adjustment Infrared (IR) Port Broadcasts IR signal to transmitter. LED Screen See “Single System Setup” page 24. FIG. 4 UHF Wireless Receiver - FRONT UHF Wireless Mic Installation...

  • Page 26: Single System Setup

    Hardware: Installation Single System Setup In any wireless setup, each transmitter and receiver pair must be tuned to the same frequency, or channel. The 10-8 wireless system uses automatic transmitter setup to synchronize the transmitter and receiver frequencies. Automatic Frequency Selection Press and release the Frequency button.

  • Page 27: Automatic Transmitter Setup

    Automatic Transmitter Setup Turn ON the transmitter. Open the transmitter battery compartment to display the infrared (IR) port. (See page 28) Expose the transmitter IR port to the receiver. (FIG. 6) Press and hold the Scan/IR button on the receiver until the red light stops flashing on both the receiver and transmitter.

  • Page 28: Uhf Transmitter

    Hardware: Installation UHF Transmitter FIG. 7 Power / Infrared (IR) Color & State Meaning Green, Solid Ready. Green, Flashing Controls locked. Red, Solid Battery power low. (Transmitter cannot be turned off until batteries are changed) Red, Flashing IR transmission in process. Red, Pulsing on startup Batteries dead.

  • Page 29: Wearing The Bodypack Transmitter

    Wearing the Bodypack Transmitter Clip the transmitter to a belt or slide through the transmitter clip as shown. If using a belt, slide the transmitter until the belt is pressed against the base of the clip. Changing the Bodypack Transmitter Batteries •...

  • Page 30: Mirror Monitor

    Hardware: Installation Mirror Monitor Mount the mirror/monitor over the existing mirror. Run wires to DVR. A good place to run the wires for the mirror is to tuck them in the front edge of the headliner and down the passenger side pillar post.
  • Page 31 4 Pin A/V Harness (to DVR) Yellow RCA Power (Female) (Male) Yellow RCA Power (Male) (Female) Video Video (Female) (Male) FIG. 8 Mirror Installation Mirror Installation...

  • Page 32: Camera Mount

    Hardware: Installation Camera Mount The mount is an excellent commercial mount and is very strong when properly attached to the windshield. Locate the mounting location of the camera - high and just right of center on the windshield. This is normally to the rear and slightly to the right of the rear view mirror/monitor.
  • Page 33 Press in button. Pull lever over button. Locked position. Camera Mount Installation...

  • Page 34: Front Camera

    Hardware: Installation Front Camera Run the included cable along side the mirror/monitor cable to the DVR. Plug the BNC video connector from the camera to the BNC video-in cable from the DVR. Connect the power lead to one of the available power leads on the DVR power harness.
  • Page 35 Power (Female) Power (Male) Power (Female) (Female) (Male) Power (Female) (Male) (Male) Video (Male) TO DVR (Female) FIG. 10 Front Camera Installation * NOTE: Actual camera appearance may vary from illustration. Front Camera Installation...

  • Page 36: Rear Camera

    Hardware: Installation Rear Camera The 10-8 rear camera is a true Day/Nite camera with automatic infrared and B/W functions. It also features an integrated microphone to capture sounds and conversations in the interior of the vehicle. Mounting options for this camera will vary greatly from vehicle to vehicle and will depend on type of vehicle and if there is a rear divider in the vehicle.

  • Page 37: G-Force Sensor

    G-Force Sensor The G-Force sensor is integrated into the DVR and configured at the factory. GPS System The GPS Antennae can be mounted in or outside of the vehicle, as long as it has a clear view of the sky. The magnet backing is very strong for mounting on the roof.

  • Page 38: Hardware: Configuration

    Hardware: Configuration DVR Configuration Insure the SD card(s) are properly inserted in the DVR unit. Slot 1 should be used first as it is the primary slot. The additional slot is for extra storage. Each slot can accept a card up to 32GB. This gives the system a total capacity of 64GB. (2 x 32GB = 64GB) Start the car or turn the key to the accessory position to power up the system.

  • Page 39: 2Nd Camera Configuration

    If an administrator username and password has not been defined, use the defaults: username: admin password: 111111 Scroll down and enter your information for: Company (Department), Driver (Last Name), I.D. (Unit/Badge #). Press the ‘Save’ button when done to save your changes. This is the ID that will be displayed in recordings to identify which unit made the recording.

  • Page 40: Setting Date And Time

    Hardware: Configuration Setting Date and Time Press ‘Menu’ on the remote. (FIG. 12) Use the arrow buttons to scroll down and select ‘System’. Scroll and select ‘Initial’. You will be prompted by a login screen. Enter the proper user and password.

  • Page 41: G-Force Sensor Configuration

    G-Force Sensor Configuration The G-Force sensor is integrated into the DVR and configured at the factory. Power up the system. Locate the menu section and select ‘Alarm’. Find the line labeled ‘G sensor’. We recommend a setting of 2-2.5g. As you decrease this setting the G sensor will be more sensitive.

  • Page 42: Hardware: Usage

    Hardware: Usage In-Car Playback Watch Previously Recorded Events If you are currently recording an event, you can still playback an event without interrupting the recording. Point the remote at the DVR and press the ‘Menu’ button. Choose the ‘Playback’ icon. Press the ‘Enter’...

  • Page 43: Viewing Another Day's Recordings

    Your video will begin to play and using the remote you can fast forward, fast rewind or pause the playback. Viewing Another Day’s Recordings Use the calendar feature at the top of the Playback screen or use the search form to specify the day. Select the ‘Search’...

  • Page 44: Dvr Remote Control

    Hardware: Usage DVR Remote Control 2 Camera Menu Split Screen Cancel Left SD Card Info Right Play Down Pause Return to Previous Stop Menu Information Fast Forward Enter/Select Rewind FIG. 12 DVR Remote Selecting Camera Pressing the “1” button on the remote will select the front (1) camera, and pressing the “2”...

  • Page 45: Camera Adjustment

    Camera Adjustment There is a large wing-nut (FIG. 13) on the side of the camera mount that allows you to align the camera as needed. This adjustment should only be tightened enough to hold the camera in place while driving, but loose enough to allow the camera to be swivelled or moved as needed.

  • Page 46: Wireless Mic - 2.4Ghz

    Hardware: Usage Wireless Mic – 2.4GHZ If your department opted for our new 2.4GHZ wireless microphone system, congratulations. This is an incredible wireless microphone with excellent range and clarity. The operation is easy and straight forward. • Inserting the transmitter into the cradle will synch the frequency and channel between the transmitter and receiver.

  • Page 47: Mode Button

    Transmitting LED Indicates transmitting status. Battery/Syncing LED Transmitter Battery status and syncing status. and Cradle Talk Button Mode Button Mute Button External Mic. Jack Internal Mic. ON/OFF Switch FIG. 14 2.4 GHZ Wireless Mic System Mode Button The Mode button cycles through 3 modes: silent, vibrate & audio warning, and vibrate only.

  • Page 48: Wireless Mic - Uhf

    Hardware: Usage Wireless Mic - UHF The wireless microphone provided with your system provides excellent range and clarity, even while inside a building. The belt pack transmitter uses 2 AA batteries and has incredible battery life. It is the only system we have found that has an approximate 20hr battery life, as opposed to 4-6 hrs with most systems.

  • Page 49: Software Installation

    Software: Installation Software Installation Install the 10-8 Player software by running the CD supplied with your system. If the CD is not available, you may download the player software from the 10-8 Video web site: http://www.10-8video.com/ The player software will associate any files with the extension “.264” with itself.

  • Page 50: Software: Introduction

    Software: Introduction Software Overview Use the screen capture at right to familiarize yourself with the software interface. Camera 1 Video Clip Displays the video from camera 1. When this window or any of the video clip windows are double-clicked they will re-size to take up the entire video clip window area. Camera 2 Video Clip File Lists Tab Displays all of the clips in the currently selected folder.
  • Page 51 14 15 FIG. 15 Software Player Software Overview...

  • Page 52: Software: Usage

    Software: Usage Opening A File You can read files from either your hard drive, an SD Card or other external media. Click on the ‘Search Tab’ (#5 - FIG 15). Click on ‘Open Folder’. The standard Microsoft Windows file dialog window will appear. ®...

  • Page 53: Searching For A File

    Searching For A File You can search for files via their creation date and time, physical location and event type. Click on the ‘Search Tab’ (#5 - FIG 15). Click on ‘Find File’. A dialog box will appear that allows you to narrow your search: Path: Define the physical location to search for files.

  • Page 54: Playing A File

    Software: Usage Playing A File The 10-8 Video player software is designed to be easy to use. If you have ever played a video file on a computer, then you’ll feel right at ease using our software. You can speed up, slow down, and view your videos frame by frame. You can also use the Playback Slider (#1 - FIG 16) under the video to quickly go forward or backward in the video.

  • Page 55: Stopping Playback

    Stopping Playback Click on the ‘Stop’ icon. (#4 - FIG 16). Monitoring G-Force and Speed Events The Event Monitor (#7 - FIG 16) will graph and display any changes in the vehicle’s G-Force along each axis (X,Y & Z) and the vehicle’s speed in MPG &...

  • Page 56: Using The Google ™ Gps Window

    Software: Usage Using the Google GPS Window ™ The Google™ map window behaves exactly like the maps located on Google’s web site. Using your mouse, you can click and drag the moving the focus/center point of the map. The +/- buttons on the map will allow you to zoom in or out as needed.

  • Page 57: Exporting Events To A Video File

    Exporting Events to a Video File Maintaining Evidence Integrity Before discussing the ways you can save an individual event, it is important to understand how the file will be used later. If you are saving an event for court, it is highly recommended that you use the original files. The reason for this is that the 10-8 System records video in a proprietary format.
  • Page 58 Software: Usage Select Audio: Select which of the available video clip(s)’ audio tracks to export. Since the exported video can contain more than one video window but only one audio track, you need to choose the primary audio track to use for the entire exported video clip. The audio channel number corresponds to the channel number in the file box at the top of the dialog window.

  • Page 59: Exporting An Event Report

    Exporting an Event Report You can export an event report which will allow you to create a printed detailed page of a specific moment in a video recording. You can generate as many of these reports as needed. Set the player to display the exact moment for which you want to generate a report.

  • Page 60: Software Settings

    Software: Usage Software Settings The player settings can be accessed by clicking on the ‘Settings’ icon (#11 - FIG 16). Make sure to click ‘OK’ at the bottom of the window when done to save your changes. System Parameters Language Set the language used in the program’s interface.

  • Page 61: File Associations

    File Associations .264 Checking this box will associate all .264 video files on the computer to automatically open with the 10-8 Video Player. Selecting this option is recommended. .AVI Checking this box will associate all .AVI video files on the computer to automatically open with the 10-8 Video Player.

  • Page 62: Archiving Video Tips

    Software: Usage Archiving Video Tips Department policies on archiving videos vary a great deal. From departments with no policies to departments with archiving requirements of 30 days to 1 year to forever! In today’s digital environment, archiving videos is much less expensive and easier than it was a few short years ago with tape based systems.
  • Page 63 The system automatically creates a new folder with that day’s date as the folder name for each day the system records video. This will make it easy to find a video later on when needed. As each officer’s folder grows, you can easily locate the time frame of the video by the folder name.

  • Page 64: Appendix A

    Appendix A GMT Time Zones - United States Time Zone Name UTC/GMT Offset Atlantic GMT -4 Eastern GMT -5 Central GMT -6 Mountain GMT -7 Pacific GMT -8 Alaska GMT -9 Hawaii - Aleutian GMT -10...

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