AutoVu SharpX mobile installation
tip.genetec.com | AutoVu Hardware Guide for SharpX Mobile Installation
EN.410.018-XS(6) | Last updated: October 6, 2016
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Installing the SharpX using the hardmount bracket
In a mobile installation, SharpX cameras can be attached to the roof of the vehicle using the SharpX
Universal Mounting Bracket and pan/tilt mount in conjunction with the Genetec hardmount.
Before you begin
Read about
mounting the SharpX for mobile installations
To install the SharpX using the hardmount bracket:
1
Prepare the vehicle for a hardmount installation
2
Install the hardmount on the vehicle
.
3
Attach the SharpX camera to the hardmount
Preparing the vehicle for a SharpX hardmount installation
Before installing the SharpX camera units on the roof, you must perform some pre-installation steps
to prepare the vehicle.
Before you begin
Hard mounting the camera involves drilling holes into your vehicle. Make sure you know exactly
where you want the camera units to be located (front-left, front-right, and so on). After installation,
you can adjust the pan and tilt angles. Contact your Genetec representative if you are not sure where
to install the camera units.
What you should know
• The SharpX mounting base is comprised of four parts, the threaded base block, two rubber
gaskets, and the upper mounting block. The upper and lower mounting blocks are placed
above and below the roof with the rubber gasket in between to prevent water leaks and reduce
vibration.
• If you are using a magnetic mount, you do not need to perform these steps because you can
remove the camera and reposition it as needed.
IMPORTANT
:
Before drilling any holes in the vehicles floor or other parts of the body always check
for the electrical wires or fuel lines.
IMPORTANT
:
Cameras are usually mounted near the tops of the “A pillars” or on the top corners
of the windshield. However, you must be careful to avoid drilling through any support bracing that
supports the roof.
IMPORTANT
:
Ensure that the roof is stable enough and will not vibrate (if not, support will need to
be installed).
IMPORTANT
:
We recommend weatherproof cable glands or weatherproof, non-corrosive sealant to
seal holes drilled into the vehicle's roof (for the camera cables). Use only one cable per cable gland.
To prepare the vehicle for a SharpX hardmount installation:
1 Disconnect the negative (typically black) cable from the vehicle's battery. This is important for
your safety and to prevent accidental deployment of the airbags.
