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Installation of GPS and Wi-Fi Antennas 

 

 

 

 

Manual Part Number: 

006-1219-00 Rev. 0 

5–3 

Digital Eyewitness

® 

HD 

In-Car Video System 

 

4.  Connect the 5.0 GHz antenna element to the trunk lid mount. Ensure the antenna is 

installed securely. The following figure shows a completed antenna installation.  

 

Figure 5-3.

  Completed Antenna Installation

 

Note:   The type and style of the antenna and its mount may differ from the figures 

shown.  

Note:   This completes the installation of the wireless equipment in the vehicle. This 

equipment has been tested at the factory but now must be configured by the 
wireless system installer for the department’s individual requirements. 

5.  Route the cable(s) to the rear of the DVR. 

 

Figure 5-4.

  Wireless Antenna Connections on Rear of DVR

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wireless File 
Transfer Antenna 
Connections 

Summary of Contents for Digital Eyewitness HD

Page 1: ...Kustom Signals Inc Digital Eyewitness HD In Car Video System Installation Manual Manual Part Number 006 1219 00 Rev 0...

Page 2: ...whole or in part in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without prior written permission of Kustom Signals Inc Kustom Signals Inc 9652 Loiret Boulevard...

Page 3: ...eless audio transmitter or any other device provided with this system that is carried on the officer s person should be chosen with great care and consideration After a location is chosen the officer...

Page 4: ...Digital Eyewitness HD In Car Video System ii Manual Part Number 006 1219 00 Rev 0 This Page Intentionally Left Blank...

Page 5: ...n 2 1 Tablet Monitor Controller Installation 2 4 TMC Ball and Socket Mount 2 4 Headliner Mount 2 6 3 Installing the Cameras and In Car Microphone ICM 3 1 General Description 3 1 Installing an HD Camer...

Page 6: ...lling Wireless N File Transfer 5 0 GHz Antenna Components Part 050 0860 00 5 2 6 Installation of the Digital Video Recorder DVR 6 1 General Description 6 1 DVR Front Panel 6 1 DVR Rear Panel 6 2 DVR H...

Page 7: ...11 Wire Routing Through Headliner 2 7 Figure 2 12 Preparing the Fastener for the Center Nut 2 8 Figure 2 13 Final Mounting Position 2 8 Figure 3 1 Brace Top View 3 1 Figure 3 2 Antenna Cable Connecti...

Page 8: ...4 Figure 6 6 Floor Mounted Location of DVR 6 5 Figure 6 7 GPS Antenna Connection 6 5 Figure 6 8 Wireless File Transfer Antenna Connections 6 6 Figure 6 9 Mini OTP Cable Connections 6 6 Figure 6 10 Ta...

Page 9: ...es will be covered on the following pages IMPORTANT This manual is laid out in a component by component format The technician does not have to install components in the same order that they appear in...

Page 10: ...ta Computer MDC control in addition to or instead of the 7 inch display Radar interface Window mount or visor mount for primary standalone HD camera forward facing Additional rear seat mounted SD came...

Page 11: ...ox has three 3 foam trays that hold the various components The top tray contains most of the cables that are needed for the system Note Each cable has a color coded tag at the DVR end of the cable tha...

Page 12: ...nds that the installer follow the following sequence when installing the Eyewitness HD system IMPORTANT When selecting the mounting locations for the various components the installer should be aware o...

Page 13: ...C 3 Determine the mounting position of the DVR This should be done prior to routing any cables to prevent having to re route cables IMPORTANT The fuse MUST NOT be installed in the fuse holder in the m...

Page 14: ...ttery as a last resort On Ford Interceptor vehicles a factory jumper harness is provided for these connections 3 Main system ground should be connected to chassis ground as close to the negative post...

Page 15: ...ll be located on the top of the camera housing Figure 1 5 HD Camera Serial Number Label The serial number for the system monitor is located on the back of the monitor Figure 1 6 Monitor Serial Number...

Page 16: ...the bottom of the base Keep in mind that the base is typically installed face down meaning that the bottom of the base is actually facing the windshield of the vehicle Figure 1 8 Expanse Transmitter...

Page 17: ...the Tablet Monitor Controller TMC for the Ball and Socket Mount Installation The installer has some flexibility when installing the Eyewitness HD system controller depending on the type of vehicle and...

Page 18: ...C mounting bracket Apply Loctite Thread Locker Blue 242 to the threads 4 Install and tighten the ball stud in the center mounting hole on the back side of the TMC mounting plate using a pair of pliers...

Page 19: ...nitor Controller Cable Connection and Cable Routing 8 Grasp the TMC mounting plate by the plate not the ball stud and position it on the back of the TMC so that the four 4 screw holes are visible Figu...

Page 20: ...icle back to the customer This will help protect the display during installation Use the following criteria when determining where to install the display Airbag inflation zone Officer safety Line of s...

Page 21: ...mount into one end of the receiver Figure 2 7 Dual Ball Mount Receiver 8 While holding the dual ball mount receiver in place with one hand lift the display with the other and insert the ball on the b...

Page 22: ...udio transmitter do not install it until after mounting the TMC 2 Remove the overhead console Figure 2 8 Overhead Console Removed 3 Locate the center point of the front edge of the overhead console 4...

Page 23: ...ter Nut 6 Run the TMC cable above headliner from passenger side on the front side of the visor clip and through the bracket Leave 18 of cable length Figure 2 11 Wire Routing Through Headliner 7 Attach...

Page 24: ...ighten at this time This is done to allow the necessary movement for attaching the top two screws 12 Attach top two 8 32 x 5 8 screws into top two holes Do not fully tighten either side until both scr...

Page 25: ...ble Installing an HD Camera with Standard Combination Camera Expanse Audio Transmitter Base Mount Part 050 0695 04 In the standard configuration the primary HD camera on the Eyewitness HD system will...

Page 26: ...le without the color code should be connected to the Expanse transmitter base Figure 3 2 Antenna Cable Connection at Expanse Transmitter Base 4 Connect the antenna cable to the Expanse transmitter bas...

Page 27: ...ets of screws of different lengths When possible use the shorter pair of screws If the longer screws are used they may penetrate the outer roof panel Figure 3 5 Installing the Sun Visor Clip over the...

Page 28: ...ing the installation of any of the available cameras used on the Digital Eyewitness HD system the technician needs to validate that the following items have been taken into account 1 The mounting posi...

Page 29: ...the possible presence of supervisor light assemblies These light assemblies are typically installed inside the vehicle along the top edge of the windshield Installing an HD Camera with Windshield Moun...

Page 30: ...generous amount of activator to the area of the windshield where the mounting tab will be mounted Set the mounting tab aside IMPORTANT The activator MUST be allowed to dry for a minimum of five 5 minu...

Page 31: ...e adhesive has cured use Loctite Corporation s Chisel Gasket Remover 790 Distributors of this product may be located by calling 1 800 323 5206 4 This step applies when using the J B Weld ClearWeld a R...

Page 32: ...t assembly in place and prevent it from backing out Failure to perform this step will result in difficulty maintaining the camera position during operation 9 Once the adhesive has cured for a minimum...

Page 33: ...l the zoom camera with optional headliner mount 1 Locate the camera pivot assembly and the jam nuts for the pivot assembly mounting studs 2 Install the two 2 jam nuts on the pivot assembly mounting st...

Page 34: ...e headliner where the bracket will be installed Figure 3 15 Headliner Mounting Tab 7 Secure the bracket to the metal lip using the self tapping screw IMPORTANT Be careful when selecting the screw The...

Page 35: ...n car microphone and the mounting screws 2 Determine the mounting location Typically the in car microphone will be mounted high up on the trim panel of the C pillar of the vehicle This is the vertical...

Page 36: ...o install the camera the technician will need the following items Phillips head screwdriver Small flat head screwdriver or a pick Drill and 1 8 drill bit only if pilot holes are needed 1 Determine whe...

Page 37: ...era with the holes in the camera bracket IMPORTANT The camera should be positioned so that the cable attachment at the camera is on top when the camera is installed 6 Loosely install the screws that w...

Page 38: ...Installing the Camera and In Car Microphone ICM Digital Eyewitness HD In Car Video System 3 14 Manual Part Number 006 1219 00 Rev 0 This Page Intentionally Left Blank...

Page 39: ...nstalling the cables it is important that the technician has an understanding of the cables used and the basic layout of the system Figure 4 1 Basic Eyewitness HD Wiring Layout Basic Cabling Informati...

Page 40: ...the system the technician should check the routing of the cables for the Eyewitness HD system Make sure they are not routed in the same area with the two way radio system cables Re route the cables a...

Page 41: ...the technician will end up with excess cable that needs to be properly managed to avoid creating operation issues with the Eyewitness HD or other vehicle systems The technician should NEVER coil exces...

Page 42: ...o the DVR while the opposite end branches out to connect to several components Figure 4 4 OTP Cable Figure 4 5 OTP Cable Connection at the DVR The Mini OTP cable has connections for the following func...

Page 43: ...Red Black Customer configurable trigger White Customer configurable trigger Figure 4 6 Wire Color and Uses Each trigger may be configured to activate a specific camera or record itself visual indicato...

Page 44: ...ired circuit for the emergency light interface The type of connection here will vary based on who manufactured the emergency lights controller 7 Connect the Orange wire to the desired circuit for the...

Page 45: ...ation to properly install the power cable 1 Locate the pass thru that will be used to route the cable from the passenger compartment to the compartment where the power source is located This could be...

Page 46: ...Location Inner Fender Crown Vic 2 Prepare the power tamer wiring so it can be connected to the vehicle and system cabling Strip approximately 1 4 of sheath from the end of the wires 3 Install the rin...

Page 47: ...f other cables are attached to this chassis ground install the Eyewitness HD ground the green and black wires under the others 16 Reinstall the chassis ground bolt and tighten it Figure 4 9 Chassis Gr...

Page 48: ...Routing and Installing System Cables Digital Eyewitness HD In Car Video System 4 10 Manual Part Number 006 1219 00 Rev 0 This Page Intentionally Left Blank...

Page 49: ...hey are located inside the case of the DVR The exception is the GPS antenna 1 Determine the mounting location for the GPS antenna The GPS has a magnet in the base Typically this component will be loca...

Page 50: ...ordered with a 2 4 GHz antenna for those departments whose back office system is configured to use 2 4 GHz communication 5 0 GHz systems will use two 2 antennas while 2 4 GHz systems will use a singl...

Page 51: ...5 3 Completed Antenna Installation Note The type and style of the antenna and its mount may differ from the figures shown Note This completes the installation of the wireless equipment in the vehicle...

Page 52: ...Installation of GPS and Wi Fi Antennas Digital Eyewitness HD In Car Video System 5 4 Manual Part Number 006 1219 00 Rev 0 This Page Intentionally Left Blank...

Page 53: ...provides several options for installation Before installing the unit the technician should become familiar with the connector locations on the unit DVR Front Panel The front panel of the DVR includes...

Page 54: ...Typically this camera is mounted in the rear seat area This camera has built in infrared IR lighting for filming in dark conditions and a built in In Car Microphone ICM HD camera 2 CAM3 This connector...

Page 55: ...cable Ethernet 2 This connection is used to connect to an optional Mobile Data Computer MDC This connection will allow the Eyewitness HD system to be controlled by the MDC Ethernet 3 This connector wi...

Page 56: ...t configuration When floor mounting a DVR it is very important to take the surrounding components into consideration Mounting the unit may require drilling holes The technician needs to know what is b...

Page 57: ...Determine the mounting location for the DVR 2 Mark the positions of the mounting holes 3 Drill the pilot holes for the mounting screws CAUTION The technician should make sure that the mounting locatio...

Page 58: ...ews that are used to secure the cable to the DVR that the installer must tighten Figure 6 9 Mini OTP Cable Connections 8 Connect the TMC cable or MDC cable if equipped to the rear of the DVR This conn...

Page 59: ...In Car Video System 10 Connect the camera connections on the back of the DVR Figure 6 12 Camera Connections 11 Connect the accessory cable on the back of the DVR Figure 6 13 Accessory Cable Connection...

Page 60: ...Installation of the Digital Video Recorder DVR Digital Eyewitness HD In Car Video System 6 8 Manual Part Number 006 1219 00 Rev 0 This Page Intentionally Left Blank...

Page 61: ...ed to do the following a Enter the mobile computer s Admin menu and go to Network settings and then to the Internal Network menu b Write down the IP addresses for the DVR IP and the MDC IP The technic...

Page 62: ...bile computer 4 Configure the mobile computer s network interface controller NIC or USB port to communicate with the DVR Note This step may require administration privileges to perform a Click on the...

Page 63: ...rties 5 Return to the directory where the MDC application is installed Typically C Program Files Kustom Signals Inc MDC and open the file called PreInitSettings json using a text editor This file will...

Page 64: ...the red white wire on the accessory cable to a contact that gets 12 volts when the vehicle s ignition is On and no voltage when the ignition is Off The MDC controlled system must be able to sense the...

Page 65: ...ngth Indicator Note If a wired Ethernet connection Wi Fi Ethernet bridge or similar setup that utilizes the wired Ethernet connection on the Eyewitness HD is used the TMC screen will not display Wi Fi...

Page 66: ...sages Once the file transfer has completed the technician will see the All files transferred successfully message and then the system will return to standby Figure 8 4 Example File Transfer Finished M...

Page 67: ...notice the DVR connecting and starting a file transfer session again This is because the DVR is connecting to the server to check if files have been verified If all of the files have been verified the...

Page 68: ...Field Verification of File Transfer Operability Digital Eyewitness HD In Car Video System 8 4 Manual Part Number 006 1219 00 Rev 0 This Page Intentionally Left Blank...

Page 69: ...Base Mount Part 050 0695 04 3 1 Installing an HD Camera with Windshield Mount Part 050 0615 00 3 5 Installing GPS Components Part 015 1599 00 5 1 Installing the Cameras and In Car Microphone ICM 3 1 I...

Page 70: ...Index Digital Eyewitness HD In Car Video System Index 2 Manual Part Number 006 1219 00 Rev 0 This Page Intentionally Left Blank...

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