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SEON Trooper TL4 Installation Manual

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DVR Firmware Version 2.0
Document Part Number 700-0099 R008

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  • Page 1 Manual Type *700-0099* DVR Firmware Version 2.0 Document Part Number 700-0099 R008...

  • Page 2: About This Guide

    Universal Serial Bus Local area network Universal Time Coordinated Finding Information Online You can find more information about Seon Design Inc. as well as its products and services at www.seon.com. Customer Service Contact Information Toll free telephone: 1-877-630-7366 Telephone: 604-941-0880...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Installation 1.1. Tools and Equipment - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1–1 1.2.
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  • Page 5: Tools And Equipment

    Installation HAPTER Installation This chapter describes the installation steps for the TL4/2 DVR with firmware version 2.0. This chapter contains the following sections: Tools and Equipment, on page 1–1 TL DVR System Package Contents (typical), on page 1–2 Installation Diagrams, on page 1–2 TL4 Installation Diagram, on page 1–3 TL2 Installation Diagram, on page 1–4 Installation Best Practices, on page 1–5...

  • Page 6: Tl Dvr System Package Contents (Typical)

    Installation 1.2. TL DVR System Package Contents (typical) The required and optional contents of a typical installation package are shown below. The actual contents of your installation package may vary, depending on the options selected. Trooper TL DVR with hard drive, locking Cameras (up to 4) and extension cables front cover, cable cover, and mounting plate Alarm Switch and cable...

  • Page 7: Optional Accessories

    To DVR VIDEO OUT *1 For speed tracking, use a GPS receiver or speed harness. For ease of installation and better speed tracking, Seon recommends using a GPS receiver. *2 The Diagnostic Button and alarm input harness are optional and require the adapter harness.

  • Page 8: Tl2 Installation Diagram

    To DVR VIDEO OUT *1 For speed tracking, use a GPS receiver or speed harness. For ease of installation and better speed tracking, Seon recommends using a GPS receiver. *2 The Diagnostic Button and alarm input harness are optional and require the adapter harness.

  • Page 9: Installation Best Practices

    Route the wiring and cables away from sharp edges that might damage the insulation. Avoid sharp bends in the cable. Contact Seon before attaching the DVR to other equipment in the vehicle. The TL DVR is secured with a security front cover and a cable cover. Two cable grommets (and two knockouts) on the cable cover allow wiring to enter from the left side, right side, or back of the unit.

  • Page 10: Dimensions

    Installation 1.5. Dimensions Important: Specifications are subject to change without notice. • Weight: 5.3 lb (2.4 kg) including lockbox • Material: steel, powder coated black 246 mm 68 mm 59 mm 134 mm 105 mm Figure 1-1 Trooper TL Dimensions 1–6 700-0099 R008...

  • Page 11: Dvr And Component Installation

    Installation 1.6. DVR and Component Installation 1.6.1. DVR Installation The DVR typically ships with the locking front cover on and the mounting plate and cable cover off. To install the TL DVR: 1. Select an appropriate mounting location and orientation, horizontal or vertical. For the dimensions and location of the mounting holes, see Dimensions, on page 1-6.

  • Page 12: Camera Installation

    Installation 6. Fasten the mounting plate to the mounting surface with the four #10 × ¾ sheet metal screws or #10 × 1" self-drilling screws. See Figure 1-3. Figure 1-3 DVR Attaching to Mounting Plate 7. Clip the tray spring tab to the notch in the bottom back edge of the DVR. 8.

  • Page 13: Adapter Harness Installation

    Installation 1.6.3. Adapter Harness Installation To install the adapter harness for signals and speed: 1. Connect the 12-pin connector to the SIGNALS socket on the DVR. 2. Connect the 3-pin speed harness and 6-pin Signals harness to the Adapter harness. 3.

  • Page 14: Wake On Alarm Installation (Optional)

    Installation 1.6.5. Wake On Alarm Installation (Optional) CAUTION The Wake on Alarm starts the DVR when an alarm is triggered. The DVR takes about 1 minute to boot up before it can begin recording. It cannot instantly capture the alarm event. When the Wake on Alarm function is enabled, if alarm 1 is triggered, the system powers up and starts recording.

  • Page 15: Diagnostic Button Installation (Optional)

    1.6.7. 12 Volt Installation Details CAUTION: Adverse operation of the DVR Seon does not recommend extending the power cable. Power drops created by additional wiring can cause adverse operation of the DVR. However, if a power cable extension is required, ensure that the voltage drop does not exceed 1.0 volt by using the correct cable size.

  • Page 16: Hardware Installation Final Checklist

    Installation 1.7. Hardware Installation Final Checklist  Harnesses (camera, recorder, and accessories) Check that the cables and the harnesses are properly secured. Check that sharp metal edges are not touching the cables or harnesses. Check that the connections are solid (no shorts). ...

  • Page 17: Dvr Setup

    Important: The default network settings only allow connecting the DVR to a laptop using an Ethernet cable. For remote network access, consult with your IT staff or Seon Design to configure the DVR to be on the same subnet as the laptop.

  • Page 18: Basic Dvr Configuration Settings

    DVR Setup 2.2. Basic DVR Configuration Settings The DVR menu defaults cover most operation settings, but some basic customer and region-specific settings need to be configured for the DVR to operate optimally. Table 1 DVR Menu Configuration Requirements Menu Required Setting Select the date display format.
  • Page 19 DVR Setup On power-up, with a monitor and USB mouse connected to the DVR, the Seon Trooper TL4 splash screen appears briefly before the DVR enters live view. Figure 2-1 TL Splash Screen During recording and live viewing, the screen information is dynamic and can include the items shown in Figure 2-2.
  • Page 20 DVR Setup Basic DVR configuration settings: 1. In the live view, right click anywhere to show the DVR Main menu. Left click on Configuration. Figure 2-3 Main Menu 2. In the Configuration menu, click Time/Date. Figure 2-4 Configuration Main Menu Note: To enter data in OSD fields, click with the mouse to display a keyboard.
  • Page 21 DVR Setup 3. In the Time and Date menu, select the following fields to show time and date for the video overlays: Time Format: Choose 12 or 24 hour time display format. Time: Input the correct time. Date Format: Select the date format.
  • Page 22 DVR Setup 7. In the Diagnostic Display menu, select options to display as overlays in the play view. The diagnostic display options are a customer preference. Leave all these settings On. Internal Temp Display: For temperature measurement display, leave on default F for Fahrenheit (USA) or choose C for Celsius (Canada).
  • Page 23 DVR Setup 10. In the Recording Settings menu, click Camera. Set the recording parameters for each camera here. New titles will display here as well as in the play view overlays. Speed: Leave the channel speed at default settings unless you have special requirements.
  • Page 24 DVR Setup 12. In the Configuration menu, click Alarm/Signal. 13. In the Alarms and Signals menu, click Alarms. CAUTION: Select Menu Options for Each Alarm From the Alarm drop down list, when any alarm (ALM 1, ALM 2, ALM3, or ALM 4) is selected, ALL of the settings on the Alarm Settings menu must be configured for that alarm.
  • Page 25 DVR Setup 14. In the Alarms and Signals menu, click Signals. Label: For signals 1-5, labels are provided for left turn, stop, brake, warning light, and right turn. The labels can be edited and changed, maximum 3 characters. Level: Set all signal levels as required.
  • Page 26 16. In the Alarms and Signals menu, click GPS. GPS Display: If a GPS receiver is installed, select On to display the coordinates on the play view overlay. GPS Time: Select On to have the play view overlay time set by the GPS.
  • Page 27 Figure 2-17 User Levels Menu CAUTION: DVR Password Security The default password is 11111111. For security purposes, Seon recommends that the user default login and system settings passwords should be changed. Seon is not responsible if the password is lost or forgotten. 700-0099 R008...
  • Page 28 DVR Setup 19. In the Configuration menu, click System and in System Settings menu, configure as follows. Disk Full, HD Failure: Leave Off unless your network is configured to receive emails from the DVR. Password Enable: Leave Off unless instructed otherwise. Audio Output Channel: Select the default audio channel that will be available from the audio RCA port...

  • Page 29: Vmax Web Laptop Configuration

    DVR Setup 2.3. vMax Web Laptop Configuration The TL DVR can be managed using vMax Web using Internet Explorer (32 bit version only) with the laptop connected to the DVR using an RJ-45 Ethernet cable. Make sure the DVR and other system components are already installed and configured in order to access the DVR via vMax Web.
  • Page 30 DVR Setup The Local Area Connection Properties window appears. Figure 2-21 Local Area Connection Properties window 3. In the Local Area Connection Properties window, select the click to highlight the current Internet Protocol Version, (in Windows XP select Internet Protocol (TCP/IPv4)), and then click Properties.

  • Page 31: Connecting The Dvr To The Laptop

    DVR Setup 2.3.1. Connecting the DVR to the Laptop To connect the DVR to the laptop: 1. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to a network port on the laptop. Connect the other end to a network port on the DVR. 2.
  • Page 32 CAUTION: DVR Password Security The default password is 11111111. For security purposes, Seon recommends that the user default login and system settings passwords should be changed. Seon is not responsible if the password is lost or forgotten. 7. Click Ok.
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  • Page 35: Advanced Setup

    DVR. CAUTION: Administrator Permissions Required These procedures should only be performed by administrator level staff. If you have questions about these procedures, contact Seon support. This chapter contains the following sections: DVR Configuration Uploads, on page 3–2 Configuration Upload from USB Memory Device, on page 3–2 Configuration Uploads in vMax Web, on page 3–6...

  • Page 36: Dvr Configuration Uploads

    For USB uploading, the configuration file name can have no more than four Important: characters. Example: *TL4.seon. 2. Power up the DVR using the vehicle ignition. 3. Connect the portable video monitor and USB mouse. 4. Insert the USB memory device into the USB port on the DVR.
  • Page 37 Advanced Setup 6. In the System Settings menu click Program Update. Figure 3-2 System Settings Menu 7. From the Load Configuration menu, select the file to upload and click Load. Figure 3-3 Loading USB Configuration The Load Configuration drop down list only displays the ten most recent Important: configuration files on the USB drive.
  • Page 38 Advanced Setup 8. From Include Network, select whether or not to overwrite the existing DVR network settings with the new configuration settings. The default setting of NO keeps your existing network settings. CAUTION: DVR Communication Disruption Risk Avoid unintentionally changing the DVR network settings when uploading a new configuration.
  • Page 39 Advanced Setup CAUTION: Risk of Network Settings Loss Configurations uploaded to the DVR from USB do not get written to the DVR until it powers down and restarts. If the DVR settings are edited locally after this configuration is uploaded but before the DVR is restarted, the settings uploaded from the USB device will be lost.

  • Page 40: Configuration Uploads In Vmax Web

    CAUTION: DVR Password Security The default password is 11111111. For security purposes, Seon recommends that the user default login and system settings passwords should be changed. Seon is not responsible if the password is lost or forgotten. 6. Click Ok.
  • Page 41 Advanced Setup 7. Select the Configuration tab and on the Configuration tab, click the System icon. Figure 3-11 vMax Web System Settings 8. In the Program Update Settings area, the default (cleared) Include Network Settings check box setting keeps your existing network settings during the configuration upload.
  • Page 42 For consistency, Seon recommends that the configuration upload file name Important: should be kept to four characters maximum (****.seon) in the event that the file needs to be loaded to the DVR from the USB port. The DVR USB upload interface supports only four characters in the file name.
  • Page 43 Advanced Setup 14. When the progress bar shows the update is 100% complete, click OK. Figure 3-17 Loading Complete 15. In the Titles/Display menu, update the text in the Main_Title field. Figure 3-18 vMax Web Titles and Display Menu 16. Click Save to save the settings to the DVR. 17.

  • Page 44: Dvr Firmware Updates

    The firmware version is displayed on the top right corner of every menu. The firmware update must be obtained from Seon Design. To install a firmware update, a USB memory device must be formatted by a Windows®-based computer using the FAT file format.

  • Page 45: Email Notifications

    If using the iVML live video streaming feature, do not use DVR email. If required by the customer, Seon DVRs can be configured to send emails when certain events are recorded. An SMTP server is required to support network email addresses.
  • Page 46 Advanced Setup 5. In the E-mail settings menu, populate the E-mail configuration fields as required. Figure 3-22 E-mail Settings Menu 6. Click Back to save. 7. In the System Settings menu set the Disk Full and HD Failure options to E-mail. Figure 3-23 System Settings Menu 8.
  • Page 47 Advanced Setup 10. In the Alarm/Signal menu, click Alarms. Figure 3-25 Alarms and Signals Menu 11. In the Alarm Settings menu, select the alarm from the drop down list, and set Email to On. Figure 3-26 Alarms Settings Menu 12. Repeat for all alarms requiring email notification. 13.

  • Page 48: Vmax Web Email Setup

    CAUTION: DVR Password Security The default password is 11111111. For security purposes, Seon recommends that the user default login and system settings passwords should be changed. Seon is not responsible if the password is lost or forgotten. 2. In the Alarm configuration menu, select the E-mail check box for each alarm configuration requiring email notification.
  • Page 49 Advanced Setup 3. In the System menu, select E-mail from the Disk Full and HD Failure drop down menus. System Settings Email Figure 3-29 4. Click Save. If the configured alarm or system events occur, the email will be sent when the DVR is within range of a Smart-Reach access point.
  • Page 50 Advanced Setup 3–16 700-0099 R008...

  • Page 51: Dvr Configuration Menus

    DVR Configuration Menus HAPTER DVR Configuration Menus This chapter describes the functions and defaults of the fields and options on each configuration menu. This chapter contains the following sections: DVR Configuration Menu Tree, on page 4–2 Time and Date Menu, on page 4–3 DST (Daylight Savings Time) Settings Menu, on page 4–4 Titles and Display Menu, on page 4–5 Diagnostic Display Menu, on page 4–6...

  • Page 52: Dvr Configuration Menu Tree

    DVR Configuration Menus 4.1. DVR Configuration Menu Tree The TL Configuration Main Menu shown in Figure 4-1 applies to the on screen display configuration and to the Web browser configuration menus. Trooper TL4 and TL2 Configuration Menu Title/Display Alarm/Signal Record...

  • Page 53: Time And Date Menu

    DVR Configuration Menus 4.2. Time and Date Menu Use the Time and Date menu to set the time and date settings and Auto Daylight Savings settings. Figure 4-2 Time and Date Menu Table 1 Time and Date Configuration Items Menu Item Description Values [Default] Time Format...

  • Page 54: Dst (Daylight Savings Time) Settings Menu

    DVR Configuration Menus 4.2.1. DST (Daylight Savings Time) Settings Menu Configure the start and end date settings for daylight savings. Figure 4-3 DST Settings Menu Table 2 DST Settings Configuration Items Menu Item Description Values [Default] Start Date Set the week, day, and month for daylight saving to [2nd Sunday Mar] start.

  • Page 55: Titles And Display Menu

    DVR Configuration Menus 4.3. Titles and Display Menu Use the Titles and Display menu to set the main title, camera titles, and other camera view overlay options. Figure 4-4 Titles and Display Menu Table 3 Titles and Display Configuration Items Menu Item Description Value [Default]...

  • Page 56: Diagnostic Display Menu

    DVR Configuration Menus 4.3.1. Diagnostic Display Menu Use the Diagnostic Display menu to set various diagnostic options to display on the camera view overlays. Figure 4-5 Diagnostic Display Menu Table 4 Diagnostic Display Configuration Items Menu Item Description Value [Default] Voltage Display Display the system input voltage.

  • Page 57: Alarm Menu

    DVR Configuration Menus 4.4.1. Alarm Menu Select an alarm (1-4) from the menu and configure it as required. Figure 4-7 Alarm Settings Menu Table 5 Alarm Settings Configuration Items Menu Item Description Value [Default] Alarm ALM 1 to ALM 4 are available. [ALM 1], ALM 2, ALM 3, ALM4 Alarm...
  • Page 58 DVR Configuration Menus Table 5 Alarm Settings Configuration Items Menu Item Description Value [Default] Wake The wake on alarm feature is available only for alarm 1. [Off], On When enabled, this feature causes the system to power up and start recording when Alarm 1 is triggered. The system takes about one minute to power up and start recording, depending on environment conditions.

  • Page 59: Signals Menu

    DVR Configuration Menus 4.4.2. Signals Menu Use the Signals menu to configure signals and the actions they generate. The TL supports 10 independent signals. The first five are designated as follows: LT (left turn signal), STP (stop), BRK (brake), WRN (warning lights), and RT (right turn signal). The last five can be set for other functions.

  • Page 60: Speed Menu

    DVR Configuration Menus 4.4.3. Speed Menu Use the Speed Settings menu to set the options for recording vehicle speed data. Figure 4-9 Speed Settings Menu Table 7 Speed Settings Configuration Items Menu Item Description Value [Default] Speed Display If speed is being recorded, select the desired input type to GPS, [Pulse] obtain the speed: •...

  • Page 61: Gps Settings Menu

    DVR Configuration Menus 4.4.4. GPS Settings Menu Use the GPS Settings menu to set the options for recording vehicle time and location data. Figure 4-10 GPS Settings Menu Table 8 GPS Settings Configuration Items Menu Item Description Value [Default] GPS Display Show or hide the GPS display on the main screen overlay.

  • Page 62: Recording Settings Menu

    DVR Configuration Menus 4.5. Recording Settings Menu Use the Recording Settings menu to set the resolution, recording speed in frames per second (FPS), image quality, Record Delay-On and Record Delay-Off times, and other recording options. Figure 4-11 Recording Settings Menu Table 9 Record Configuration Items Menu Item Description...

  • Page 63: Camera Settings Menus

    DVR Configuration Menus Table 9 Record Configuration Items Menu Item Description Value [Default] Analog The DVR can record video in two streams, one at high Off, 1, 2, 3, 4, [5] Record2 resolution for full detailed event information, and the other (Analog Record2) at lower resolution for fast downloading or real-time viewing over a low bandwidth network, such as a cellular link.

  • Page 64: Timer Settings Menus

    DVR Configuration Menus CAUTION: Set Unused Cameras Off When a DVR is installed with less than the full complement of cameras connected, disable unused camera input settings to prevent the DVR from generating Video Loss (VLoss) events for those camera inputs. In the DVR Configuration menus, disable unused camera inputs as follows: •...

  • Page 65: Network Settings Menu

    Network settings, Advanced Settings, DDNS settings, and E-mail settings. Contact Seon Engineering Services or Technical Support to perform any configuration, assign an IP address, reset the Smart-Reach Mobile wireless bridge or operating information.

  • Page 66: Advanced Network Menu

    Figure 4-15 Advanced Network Settings Menu Set up to enable the DVR to simultaneously connect with cellular and Wi-Fi networks using a Seon Smart-Reach Cellular modem. See the Smart-Reach Cellular Install and Setup Guide, 700-1018, for details. Table 13 Advanced Network Configuration Items...

  • Page 67: Vms Servers Menu

    DVR Configuration Menus 4.6.2. VMS Servers Menu Set up to enable communication with Seon vMax Commander software. Figure 4-16 VMS Servers Menu Table 14 VMS Servers Configuration Items Menu Item Description Value [Default] Heartbeat Select an interval as determined by a qualified network expert, to...

  • Page 68: Supervisor Menu

    DVR Configuration Menus 4.6.3. Supervisor Menu Set up to enable supervisor users in wireless environments. Figure 4-17 Supervisor Menu Set up to enable supervisor users in wireless environments. Table 15 VMS Servers Configuration Items Menu Item Description Value [Default] Supervisor Select Static IP to add a supervisor vehicle DVR’s Static IP [Off], Static IP Address to the Ethernet port.

  • Page 69: User Levels Menu

    CAUTION: DVR Password Security The default password is 11111111. For security purposes, Seon recommends that the user default login and system settings passwords should be changed. Seon is not responsible if the password is lost or forgotten. Table 16 User Levels Configuration Items...

  • Page 70: Ddns (Dynamic Domain Name Server) Settings Menu

    DVR Configuration Menus 4.6.5. DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name Server) Settings Menu Use this menu to assign a specific host name to a DVR which is using a DHCP IP address. Figure 4-19 DDNS Settings Menu Table 17 DDNS Settings Configuration Items Menu Item Description Value [Default]...

  • Page 71: System Settings Menu

    CAUTION: DVR Password Security The default password is 11111111. For security purposes, Seon recommends that the user default login and system settings passwords should be changed. Seon is not responsible if the password is lost or forgotten. Figure 4-20 System Settings Menu...

  • Page 72: Program Update Menu

    DVR Configuration Menus 4.7.1. Program Update Menu The Program Update menu enables users to update the internal firmware and to store and load the DVR configuration. Figure 4-21 Program Update Menu Table 19 Program Update Configuration Items Menu Item Description Value [Default] Load Load the configuration settings from a USB device.
  • Page 73 DVR Configuration Menus Figure 4-23 Store DVR Configuration to USB Device Message Figure 4-24 Update DVR Firmware Message Figure 4-25 Formatting the Hard Drive Message 700-0099 R008 4–23...

  • Page 74: E-Mail Settings Menu

    DVR Configuration Menus 4.7.2. E-mail Settings Menu The E-mail Settings feature requires network connectivity. If using the iVML live video streaming feature, do not use DVR email. See Network Settings Menu, on page 4–15. Figure 4-26 Email Settings Menu Table 20 Email Settings Configuration Items Menu Item Description Value [Default]...

  • Page 75: One-Touch Settings Menu

    DVR Configuration Menus 4.7.3. One-Touch Settings Menu Use the One-Touch button without a video monitor. Figure 5 One-Touch Settings Menu Table 21 One-Touch Setting Configuration Items Menu Item Description Value [Default] One-Touch Download Set the video type to be downloaded. [Alarms], Today, Time, Clip From Date...
  • Page 76 DVR Configuration Menus 4–26 700-0099 R008...

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