Preco Electronics, Inc.
415 N. Maple Grove, Boise, ID 83704 (800) 453-1141
Copyright 2003
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370-894-1B
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Before you Start
Prior to installing the Standard PreView
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Object Detection System take time to familiarize
yourself with the installation instructions, theory of operation, and system components. Check
the contents of the shipping package and verify the following items are included:
Antenna Sensor (1)
Display Unit (1)
Interconnect Cable (1)
User Manual/Operating Instructions
Sensor Stainless Steel Mounting Hardware
(3) 1-1/4” x 10-24 Bolts
(3) Hex Locking Nuts
(3) Flat Washers
Display Mounting Hardware
Mounting
Bracket
(2) #4-40 Lock Nuts
Sensor/Antenna Location
The PreView
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sensor mounting location is key to proper system operation. Ideally the sensor
should be mounted on the rear center of the vehicle at roughly 36” (1M) +/- 12” (0.3M) above
the ground. The sensor face should be perpendicular to the ground. Select a location that will
provide some protection from impact and debris while allowing an unobstructed view of the
target hazard area.
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Before the PreView
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system is permanently installed to the vehicle, verify that the selected
sensor mounting location provides a clear detection zone. Temporarily attach the sensor in
the proposed mounting location, apply power to the system, and verifying that nothing is being
detected.
Sensor/Antenna Mounting
1. Select the appropriate sensor mounting location.
2. The sensor must be mounted with the cable exit either on the bottom (preferred) or top.
3. Using the sensors’ mounting holes as a template, scribe position marks through the holes.
Drill 1/4” (6mm) holes centered at the marks.
4. Secure the sensor to the vehicle with the three supplied 10-24 UNC button head screws,
washers and nuts or equivalent. Apply a maximum torque of 22 inch pounds when securing
the sensor.
Sensor Power Connection
Locate the vehicles reverse light power wire and connect to the red wire on the sensor harness
using 18AWG wire. Connect the black wire of the sensor harness to vehicle ground.