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© 2016 Lytx, Inc. – Confidential & Proprietary 

 

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  

Read and follow the instructions and precautions in this guide and all documents referenced in 
this guide when installing the DC3P event recorder (ER). Always refer to the vehicle manufacturer’s 
service manual for proper installation and wiring of any aftermarket devices, including the event 
recorder. Failure to do so may result in property damage and/or personal injury. 

WARNING:

 Always park the vehicle on a level surface before beginning any maintenance or 

installation.  Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving.  Never work under the vehicle 
supported only by jacks.  Jacks can slip and fall over. 

WARNING:

 When you work on an electrical system, the possibility of electrical shock exists, and 

sparks can ignite flammable substances.  You must always disconnect the battery ground cable 
before you work on an electrical system to prevent serious personal injury and damage to 
components. 

EXPLOSION HAZARD:

 Do not disconnect equipment unless power has been removed or the area 

is known to be non-hazardous. 

WARNING:

 Substituting or supplementing components may impair suitability and performance.  If 

you are missing any components, contact Lytx, Inc. U.S. Technical Support Center at 866-910-0403 
or email 

[email protected]

WARNING:

 To prevent serious eye injury, always wear safe eye protection when you perform 

vehicle maintenance or service. 

Adherence to Applicable Local, State and Federal Laws 

WARNING:

 Some jurisdictions have adopted, or may in the future, adopt laws that may prohibit 

objects from being mounted on a vehicle’s windshield or other locations in a vehicle. You are 
responsible for complying with such laws, and Lytx, Inc. does not accept responsibility for your 
failure to do so. 

USA Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notice 

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two 
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any 
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 

Caution

: Changes or modifications to this product not expressly approved by Lytx, Inc. could void 

the user's authority to operate this equipment. 

Summary of Contents for DC3P

Page 1: ...essories 2016 Lytx Inc Confidential Proprietary This guide is protected as confidential and proprietary information of Lytx Inc Copying and use of this guide for any purpose other than installing DC3P...

Page 2: ...n 11 Windshield Mounting Options Restrictions Recommendations 12 Mark the Mounting Location on the Glass 13 Attach the Bracket to the Windshield 15 Mount the Event Recorder in the Bracket 15 Bracket W...

Page 3: ...What is the best way to ROUTE THE POWER CABLE 25 What is the best way to CONNECT THE WIRING 25 What if I need to EXTEND THE WIRING 25 Why are there TWO DIFFERENT POWER CONNECTIONS 25 What is the even...

Page 4: ...s power has been removed or the area is known to be non hazardous WARNING Substituting or supplementing components may impair suitability and performance If you are missing any components contact Lytx...

Page 5: ...nada Notice This device complies with Industry Canada RSS 210 regulations Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must a...

Page 6: ...3 5 MHz Italy If used outside of own premises general authorization is required Luxembourg General authorization required for public service Romania Individual license is required Declaration of Confo...

Page 7: ...nstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Vorschriften der Richtlinie 1999 5 EG befindet BMWi Hiermit erkl rt Lytx Inc die bereinstimmung des Ger tes DC3P mit den grundl...

Page 8: ...the following standards Manufacturer s Contact Lytx Inc 9785 Town Centre Drive San Diego CA 92121 USA Phone Number 858 430 4000 Fax Number 858 430 4001 Safety IEC 60950 1 2001 EN 60950 1 2001 Low Volt...

Page 9: ...after installation of the DC3P there is a malfunction of the vehicle s computer systems contact Lytx Inc U S Technical Support Center at 866 910 0403 or email support lytx com immediately Lytx recomm...

Page 10: ...vent recorder is a driver aid only and is not a substitute for a safe conscientious driver The Lytx DC3P event recorder cannot compensate for a driver who is distracted inattentive or impaired by fati...

Page 11: ...erious personal injury or death or severe property damage For additional product and service information contact the Lytx U S Technical Support Center at 866 910 0403 or email support lytx com BEFORE...

Page 12: ...mirror on the passenger side of the vehicle subject to any vehicle manufacturer s guidelines or any applicable federal state provincial or local laws that prohibit mounting devices on a vehicle s wind...

Page 13: ...otor Carrier Safety Administration FMCSA Lytx s Two Inch Allowance is within the federal guidelines for video event recorders However some states have adopted laws that restrict locations where object...

Page 14: ...the event recorder is located outside the driver s sight lines to the road and highway signs and signals Larger commercial motor vehicles Mount the event recorder near the center of the windshield on...

Page 15: ...will lie flush against the glass Step 4 Final Location Check Before attaching the bracket take a moment to verify that you have selected a good mounting location and that the outward facing view is t...

Page 16: ...top and pressing the sides downward CAUTION Do not apply excessive pressure as it may cause the windshield to break Step 6 Check from outside the vehicle to make sure there are no large air bubbles un...

Page 17: ...if you need to switch sides after mounting Make sure the larger of the two washers is on the left side Mounting Overhead with the Extended Bracket Bulkhead The DC3P Extended Mounting Bracket is most c...

Page 18: ...road b Make sure the exterior facing lens has a clear view out the windshield look for obstructions c Make sure the interior facing lens cannot be blocked by sun visors or other objects d Make sure t...

Page 19: ...all wire runs outside the vehicle cab with a loom Always protect against wire fatigue and harness abrasion by properly attaching wires at closely spaced intervals while avoiding contact with sharp ed...

Page 20: ...n the key is turned all the way forward to the on position and when the engine is running CAUTION Test the connection before completing any further installation procedures Common Mistake This connecti...

Page 21: ...of any sharp edges moving parts and cannot get pinched in the door jam b Make sure the cable is tucked away and secured so that it cannot come loose We recommend using cable ties every few inches alo...

Page 22: ...light turns off and the RIGHT status turns red After an additional 30 60 seconds the RIGHT status light begins to blink Can vary depending on cell coverage and signal strength OR At this point the ev...

Page 23: ...irmware upgrade in progress These patterns may continue for several minutes All of them indicate the event recorder is powered Errors If the right light is not lit or if the left light is solid red or...

Page 24: ...on mistake If the test continues to fail contact Lytx Inc U S Technical Support Center at 866 910 0403 or email support lytx com Lytx recommends to not drive the vehicle until the malfunction is resol...

Page 25: ...o bundle and secure all wires so they don t come loose Replace any trim pieces on the door pillar and dash that were removed Make sure the cable is routed under the trim and cannot get pinched in the...

Page 26: ...CT THE WIRING Due to the variety of preferred wiring methods ring terminal connectors splice connectors Add A Circuit fuse taps and Posi Taps electrical connectors are not included in the hardware kit...

Page 27: ...he vehicle with infrared light invisible to the eye This enables the event recorder to record clearly lit images in low light situations The Illuminator draws additional power from the vehicle which i...

Page 28: ...state off is typical Alternating green red An event was triggered and is being recorded The light will turn to solid red within 10 15 seconds Additional recordings may be triggered during this process...

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