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700-0116 R003
Installation and Configuration Guide
Installation Best Practices
The DX12 DVR is secured with a security front cover and a cable cover. Two cable grommets (and two
knockouts) on the cable cover allow for wiring to enter from the left side, right side, or back of the unit.
The DVR can be installed horizontally or vertically.
Before installing the DX12 DVR, keep in mind that a well-ventilated location and sufficient clearance
around the unit are key factors in performance and maintenance. See Table 1 for information on
installation requirements.
CAUTION
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Do not install the DVR in a location where the unit is exposed to extreme heat. Installation
close to extreme heat will void the product warranty.
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Route the wiring and cables away from sharp edges that might damage the insulation. Avoid
sharp bends in the cable.
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Contact Seon before attaching the DVR to other equipment in the vehicle.
CAUTION
In order for the accelerometer calibration to work correctly, the DVR axis must be parallel to the
vehicle axis. For example, mount the DVR horizontally with the front face of the DVR parallel to
the front/back or left/right sides of the vehicle. When mounting the DVR vertically, the mounting
plate should be vertical and the top of the DVR should be aligned with either the front/back of the
vehicle or the right/left sides of the vehicle. Failure to install either vertically or horizontally will
render the G-Sensor data unusable.
Table 1
Choosing a Location and Other Installation Requirements
Ventilated location
Install the DVR
away from
any sort of heat outlet, heater, or AC blower. Do not operate the DVR in a
closed-in area or restrict ventilation in any way. The DVR requires air circulation to maintain optimum
operating temperature and provide best performance.
Mount to secure
surfaces only
Do not mount the DVR to a plastic panel or other surface that is subject to constant vibration.
Mounting
orientation
Mount the DVR in either a horizontal or vertical orientation.
Clearance around
the DVR
Allow sufficient clearance of at least six (6) inches in front of the DVR and two (2) inches on each side
for removal of the security front cover and easy access to the hard drives and USB ports.
Allow sufficient clearance behind the DVR for camera cables, mounting cables, Ethernet cables, and
power cables.
Mounting cables
The radius for the mounting cables will be dictated by the cable cover. The rearmost surface of the
cable cover will be about 3 inches from the back of the DVR to allow camera cables to bend over each
other.
Ethernet cables
Avoid right angle bends in the Ethernet cables.
Power cables
Provide enough slack on the power cable to prevent any force from being exerted on the connectors. A
single 4-inch diameter loop is sufficient.
