DC3 5-Port HUB Installation with UM05 (DRC 305-A)
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1. F Operating Specifications The input voltage is 12V to 24V DC 9V min to 30V max The operating temperature is 40 to 185 F 40 to 85 C A full list of specifications is available from DriveCam End of document DC3 5 Port HUB Installation with Universal Module 305 A 182. Class B Australia New Zealand AS NZS 4771 2000 A1 2003 DriveCam strives to provide the most up to date information however products and their applicability may change periodically and therefore DriveCam makes no representation as to the accuracy of the information provided herein and assumes no obligation to update such information DC3 5 Port HUB Installation with Universal Module 305 A How TIO DRIVECAM TAKING RISK OUT OF DRIVING DriveCam 5 Port HUB with Universal Module Connection Diagram Tl DC3 Video Event Recorder N GPS Antenna with Attached Cable 10 ft lt GPS HH NVIWAYN Remote Trigger Pushbutton amp Cable 4 5 ft _ E q1 UM RT epacene Optional 2nd Remote Pushbutton rE a DRIVECAM DC3 5 Port HUB with Universal Module Installation The DC3 5 Port HUB and UMO5 components below f O GPS make up the main installation covered in this guide HUB Interconnect Cable 14 ft i Aj The optional GPS Antenna and Remote Trigger may DriveCam 5 Port HUB gt alpy also be added to this installation see notes below umit RT DC3 Kit Output e DC3 Video Event Recorder VER e Windshield Mounting Bracket Output e Torx Screws Input 5 Port HUB Kit e 5 Port HUB Connector with Protective Cover e HUB Interconnect Cable 14 ft e HUB Power Cable 18 in Not Used with UMO5 Input Power 12V 24V Ground Universal Module UMOS5 Kit UMO5 UMO5 Interconnect Cab
3. However the Extended Bracket provides a wide variety of mounting locations particularly in larger vehicles or vehicles without a standard rear view mirror Refer to the DriveCam Mounting Guidelines DRC 340 document for detailed information and mounting information C Hibernation Mode A feature of the VER which allows it to enter a low power state in order to conserve vehicle battery power The VER will hibernate if it does not sense an ignition for a certain amount of time Hibernation settings are chosen by the client and range from 15 minutes after ignition cut off to 4 8 12 18 60 hours or never hibernate All status lights will go dark during hibernation To wake up a VER from hibernation switch on the vehicle ignition or press one of the buttons on the bottom of the VER D Infrared IR Illuminator Lights the interior of the vehicle with infrared light invisible to the eye enabling the VER to record clearly lit images in low light situations This draws additional power from the vehicle which is why it switches on and off with the vehicle ignition The brown wire on the power cable provides this switch and must be connected to an ignition switched power source E Serial Number Each VER is labeled with a unique 8 digit serial number used to identify the VER and the vehicle in which it is installed The serial number SN is printed on a small label on the back or side just above the bar code Example SN ER00092D
4. This configuration is used if the load current of the device is greater than 2 N bps ts I Amps or if the device has a chassis ground no separate ground wire No Connection EN Relay The UMO5 OUT switch settings for this example a Normally Open NO relay oun are those shown in table 2 att Blue Wire If a Normally closed NC relay were used the table would be reversed Example 4 Triggering a secondary electronic device that needs more drive Control Black Wire current Always Connected to Ground In some rare cases the UMO5 may be connected as shown in example 1 but there is not enough current supplied by the UMO5 to drive the input The drive current may be increased by duplicating the job of the UMO5 s internal supply resistor with an external one see figure 7 If this is done three precautions must be adhered to acd External Resistor First the current through the resistor must be 2 Amps or less For a 12 Volt 1 lt 2 Amps At Least 8 Ohms 12V electrical system this means the resistor should be greater than 8 Ohms To prevent other problems the resistor value should be as high as possible and still pass the current needed for the application Yellow Wire No Connection Second the resistor will have to be able to handle the wattage dissipated by hee being connected to ground For that 8 Ohm resistor on a 12 Volt system the Blue Wire wattage rating of the resistor should be above 30 Watts Third the current in t
5. VER in the bracket using the two Torx screws and Torx wrench provided Washer Placement The large plastic washer on the left side of the bracket is designed to partially cover the cable connector so that it cannot be unplugged The plastic washers can be easily removed from the metal bracket if you need to switch sides after mounting H it plumb ang unit plum Make sure the larger of the two washers is on the left side of the bracket 6 Route the HUB Interconnect Cable You may need to remove the window and door trim to route the cable underneath These typically snap on and off using special clips In vehicles with side and curtain airbags these clips are often one time use and may need to be replaced after removal Please refer to the vehicle service manual for information WARNING When installing the cable in a vehicle with SIDE OR CURTAIN AIRBAGS be certain that neither the cable nor your installation activities interferes with any airbag related mechanisms or otherwise risks affecting airbag deployment A Starting just above the rear view mirror route the cable under the trim or headliner across to the door pillar If you will be connecting the white wire from the UMO5 Switch Cable to the dome light page 11 you may want to route it along side the interconnect cable at this time as well B Route the cable down the door pillar underneath the vertical door window trim then out under the lower part of the dashboard to the
6. Voltage at Blue Wire UMOS Switch Setting trigger it set the UMO5 s OUT switch to NORM LO If the GPS requires the voltage to go low to Normio NormHi_ trigger set the switch to NORM HI If the GPS setting is selectable a NORM LO setting should typically be used Yellow Wire Yellow Wire 1 800 Ohms 1 800 Ohms 2 1 2 Watt 1 2 Watt Control Control Black Wire Always Connected to Ground Black Wire Always Connected to Ground Ground NOTE With the yellow supply wire connected to a switched voltage source and the UMO5 s OUT switch set to NORM HI the blue wire will go low whenever the voltage is turned off even though there is no event If the electronic device requires a voltage other than the normal vehicle voltage i e a 5V level and that voltage is available at the device simply connect the yellow wire to the voltage source DC3 5 Port HUB Installation with Universal Module 305 A 14 How To DRIVECAM For applications like those shown in example 1 it is important to realize that the ability to supply current from the blue output wire to a device is limited How much current can be drawn from the wire is dependent on the voltage necessary at the wire Figure 4 shows the relationship of voltage at the blue output wire vs current being drawn for 12 Volts and 5 Volts at the yellow supply wire Normally electronic devices with signal inputs require very little current so the voltage s
7. amp extra wire 18 gauge e Contact DriveCam for assistance with any issues Installation amp How To Guides Available online at www drivecam com Fleet Documentation aspx e DriveCam Mounting Guidelines DRC 340 e DC3 Standard Installation Guide DRC 303 e DC3 5 Port HUB Installation Guide DRC 304 e DC3 5 Port HUB Installation with Universal Module DRC 305 This Document e Additional information product photos descriptions part numbers amp ordering information Copyright 2009 DriveCam Inc How lo DRIVECAM TAKING RISK OUT OF DRIVING A Safety Instructions A Read and follow the instructions and precautions in this book when installing components Refer to the vehicle service manual for proper installation and wiring of aftermarket devices Failure to do so may result in property damage and or personal injury This equipment is suitable for use in Class Division 2 Groups A B C and D or non hazardous locations only WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD Do not disconnect equipment unless power has been removed or the area is known to be non hazardous WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD Substitution of components may impair suitability for Class Division 2 Regulatory Information Adherence to Applicable Local State and Federal Laws amp Regulations Some jurisdictions have adopted or may in the future adopt laws that prohibit objects from being mounted on a vehicle s windshield For example Calif
8. be operated indoors only and should be kept away from windows to provide maximum shielding This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada Exposure of Humans to RF Fields The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population consult Safety Code 6 obtainable from Health Canada s website www hc sc gc ca rpb Declaration of Conformity English Hereby DriveCam Inc declares that this DriveCamIII is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC The declaration of conformance is below Finnish DriveCam Inc vakuuttaa t ten ett DriveCamIII tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999 5 EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sit koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen Dutch Hierbij verklaart DriveCam Inc dat het toestel DriveCamIII in overeenstemming is met de essenti le eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999 5 EG Bij deze verklaart DriveCam Inc dat deze DriveCamIII voldoet aan de essenti le eisen en aan de overige relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn 1999 5 EC French Par la pr sente DriveCam Inc d clare que l appareil DriveCamIII est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999 5 CE Par la pr
9. brown wires should be fused 3 Amp to protect the circuit If you don t have inline fuses available you can cut the fuses from the HUB Power Cable since it s not used for UMOS5 installations and splice them onto the end of the UMO5 cables Electrical Wiring Connectors Due to the variety of preferred wiring methods ring terminals splice connectors fuse taps poke n wrap electrical connectors are not included in the hardware kit Refer to the vehicle service manual for information about installation and wiring of aftermarket devices We highly recommend this installation be completed by a qualified automotive electrician DC3 5 Port HUB Installation with Universal Module 305 A 8 e How TIO DRIVECAM TAKING RISK OUT OF DRIVING 8 Connections to the 5 Port HUB The 5 Port HUB has a silicone shell that covers the ports and cable connectors protecting them from corrosion and damage We recommend using the shell with all installations We also recommend applying dielectric grease to all cable connectors before plugging them into the HUB A Remove the shell from the HUB Refer to the connection diagram on page 3 to determine which cables plug into which ports on the HUB DriveCam 5 Port HUB Universal Module UM05 Cable Connections B Cut about 1 8 to 1 4 inch from the tip of the shell sleeve above the following ports on the HUB e Camera Port O HUB Interconnect Cable e Battery Port UMO5 Ignition Se
10. door jam or any moving parts B Reaffirm that you have taken the appropriate safety precautions while working around vehicle airbags C Finalize all electrical connections Use cable ties to bundle and secure all wires so they don t come loose D Make a note of the VER serial number and the vehicle in which it is installed Provide this to management E Keep the Torx wrench and this guide in a safe place for future use The DriveCam equipped vehicle is ready to be placed in service with the DriveCam Program Additional Information DriveCam Technical Support is available 24 hours 7 days at 866 910 0403 For international assistance please call 858 380 3007 Or email questions to support drivecam com Installation amp How To Guides Available online at www drivecam com Fleet Documentation aspx A GPS enabled VERs Some newer models of the DC3 Video Event Recorder are configured with internal GPS receivers capturing GPS data with every event recording and without the need to install the external GPS Antenna page 16 GPS enabled VERs have a model number ending in CP printed on their label Contact DriveCam Technical Support if you re not sure which VER model you have B Mounting Options There are alternate mounting options available for the VER The Standard Windshield Mounting Bracket positioned behind the rear view mirror as described in this guide is the most commonly used and typically provides the best solution
11. sente DriveCam Inc d clare que ce DriveCamlII est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions de la directive 1999 5 CE qui lui sont applicables Swedish H rmed intygar DriveCam Inc att denna DriveCamlII star I verensst mmelse med de v sentliga egenskapskrav och vriga relevanta best mmelser som framg r av direktiv 1999 5 EG Danish Undertegnede DriveCam Inc erkl rer herved at f lgende udstyr DriveCamII overholder de v sentlige krav og vrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999 5 EF German Hiermit erkl rt DriveCam Inc dass sich dieser diese dieses DriveCamlII in bereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Vorschriften der Richtlinie 1999 5 EG befindet BMWi Hiermit erkl rt DriveCam Inc die bereinstimmung des Ger tes DriveCamIII mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Festlegungen der Richtlinie 1999 5 EG Wien Greek ME THN ITAPOYSA DriveCam Inc AHAQNEI OTI DriveCamIH SYMMOP QNETAI ITPOX TIX OYXIQA EIX ATAITHXEIS KAI TIX AOIES XXETIKEX AIATASEIX THX OAHTIAX 1999 5 EK Italian Con la presente DriveCam Inc dichiara che questo DriveCamIII conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999 5 CE Spanish Por medio de la presente DriveCam Inc declara que el DriveCamIII cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999 5 CE Portuguese Drive
12. voltage will have changed The orange wire must be connected to the terminal that changed voltage Connecting the Orange Wire A Connect the orange wire to the switch Make sure you are connecting to the correct side of the circuit as measured above i e the terminal that changed voltage Testing the Connection Use the green light on the top of the UMO5 to test the connection A Close all vehicle doors and wait about one minute B Turn or press the secondary switch ON The test light should light for about two seconds before going out If you re using a momentary pushbutton press ON release OFF press and hold the button for this step B then release the button for the next step C C Turn or press the secondary switch OFF There should be no indication from the test light e Ifthe test worked as described the secondary trigger input is functioning correctly Continue to the section below e Ifthe UMOS5 Test Light did not light when the switch was turned ON then the secondary SEC switch setting on the UMOS5 is incorrect Change the switch setting and repeat the test e Ifthe UMO5 Test Light did not light at all check the power ground secondary wire and switch connections If this is all you re planning to install proceed to page 18 to finish up e UMO5 Output Connections are described on pages 14 15 e GPS Antenna Installation is on page 16 e Remote Pushbutton Installation is on page 17 DC3
13. 5 Port HUB Installation with Universal Module 305 A 13 How To DRIVECAM Using the UMO5 Output Feature Blue amp Yellow Wires Optional The DC3 Video Event Recorder VER has the ability to control other devices within the vehicle The VER has an output signal that will change from its normal state whenever an event is triggered After saving that event the output returns to its normal state With the UMO5 device this function is greatly enhanced The user has the ability to determine the voltage level of the output as well as whether the output s normal state is high or low The output can provide TTL level logic signals or it can be used to operate loads drawing up to 2 Amperes of current These loads can be either resistive lights or inductive relays or motors Due to the wide variety of ways that this output may be used it is impossible to cover all potential applications The instructions and examples contained here should be considered a general guide Your particular application will determine the actual wiring configuration NOTE Due to variety of ways the Output feature may be used we recommend that wiring be done by a qualified automotive electrician CAUTION Although every effort has been made to prevent it incorrect wiring of the Output feature may cause damage to your UMO5 General Operation The Output feature of the UMO5 acts like a switch One side of this switch is permanently connected to the black wir
14. C3 5 Port HUB Installation with Universal Module 305 A 12 wr How To DRIVECAM UM05 Switch Cable Orange Wire Connections The Secondary Trigger Input Orange Wire can be connected to one of several different electronic devices in the vehicle e g taxi meter car alarm horn button or switch The VER will then record an event each time the device is activated In most cases it is connected to a concealed switch that can be manually triggered by the driver in an emergency Most standard constant state switches toggles push on push off or momentary pushbuttons may be used Before making the connection you must first determine the type of circuit switched power or switched ground and make the appropriate secondary SEC switch settings on the UMOS5 Determine the circuit type for connections to a switch A Install the switch If the voltage is high 12V or 24V then the circuit uses switched power B Turn the switch ON Set the SEC switch to the left SW PWR C Measure the voltage at either of the switch terminals If the voltage is low ground then the circuit uses switched ground Set the SEC switch to the right SW GND D Set the SEC switch on the UMO5 as described in this image gt gt Determine where to make the connection A Turn the switch OFF B Measure the voltage at each of the switch terminals One terminal voltage will remain the same as measured in step C the other terminal
15. Cam Inc declara que este DriveCamlII est conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposi es da Directiva 1999 5 CE Suppliers Declaration of Conformity We DriveCam hereby declare that the product listed below to which this Declaration of Conformity relates is in conformity with the Standards and other Normative Documents listed below Manufacturer s Name amp Address DriveCam Inc 8911 Balboa Ave San Diego CA 92123 USA Declares that the following product Product Name Video Event Recorder Product Model DCIII The product specified above carries the marking by complying with the essential requirements and provisions Conformity is based upon the following standards Manufacturer s Contact DriveCam Inc 8911 Balboa Ave San Diego CA 92123 USA Phone Number 858 430 4000 Fax Number 858 430 4001 Safety IEC 60950 1 2001 EN 60950 1 2001 Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC EMC amp Radio CFR Title 47 FCC Part 15 Subpart B and C Class B Industry Canada ICES 003 Issue 4 2004 Class B Industry Canada RSS Gen Issue 1 2005 Industry Canada RSS 210 Issue 6 2005 EN 301 489 1 v1 4 1 2002 08 RTTE Directive 1999 5 EC EN 301 489 17 v 1 2 1 2002 08 RTTE Directive 1999 5 EC EN 300 328 v1 6 1 2004 11 RTTE Directive 1999 5 EC EN55022 1998 A1 2000 A2 2003 EN55024 1998 A1 2001 A2 2003 EN61000 3 2 2000 A2 2005 EN61000 3 3 1995 A1 2001 Australia New Zealand AS NZS CISPR 22 2006
16. DRC 305 A July 2009 www drivecam com D ean How To DRIVECAM DC3 5 Port HUB Installation with Universal Module How to install the DC3 Video Event Recorder VER through the 5 Port HUB Connector with the optional GPS Antenna Remote Trigger and or Universal Module UMO5 Connection Diagram ccccccecsesessecescesceseeseeeeees 3 VER HUB OPTIONS VER amp HUB Installation Start Here nenecese 4 E DC3 UMO5 Power amp Ground Connections 7 lt GPS Antenna UMOS Trigger Connections ssssssesssessessessesseeee 11 ina lt Remote Trigger GPS Antenna amp Remote Trigger 66 16 17 KO mO j Additional Information ceccecseeesesecerseeneees 18 bc a Moeule Hardware provided Hardware ordered separately DC3 Kit GPS Kit e DC3 Video Event Recorder e DriveCam GPS Antenna with Attached Cable 10 ft e Windshield Mounting Bracket Remote Trigger Kit e Torx Screws 2 Torx Wrench Alcohol Wipe DriveCam Remote Trigger Pushbutton 5 Port HUB Kit e Pushbutton Collar e DriveCam 5 Port HUB Connector with Cover e Pushbutton Cable 4 ft e HUB Interconnect Cable 14 ft Universal Module UMO5 Kit e HUB Power Cable 18 in e UMOS Additional items you may need not provided e UMOS5 Interconnect Cable 18 in UMO5 Ignition Sense Cable 18 in e UMO5 Switch Cable 6 wire bundle e Felt tip marker e Voltmeter e Wire cutter crimper Extended Mounting Bracket e Wire connectors
17. G RISK OUT OF DRIVING Remote Trigger Installation DriveCam s Remote Trigger enables drivers to trigger Remote Manual Event recordings through a conveniently mounted button The button comes with a 4 foot cable that plugs into the RT Port on the HUB see diagram on page 3 Make sure the mounting location allows for connection and easy routing of the cable Note Universal Module installations do not typically use the setup below for Remote Triggers Instead a button or switch is connected through the UMO5 Switch Cable s White or Orange input wires Use the procedures below to install the button and connect the cable to the RT Port on the HUB if you want to record Remote Manual Events instead of Safety Events through the Universal Module Contact DriveCam Technical Support for additional information A Select a location to mount the button The button is designed to be mounted in a fixed panel It should be a location where the driver will not have to reach to press the button Nor should it be placed where the driver may accidentally press the button The Pushbutton Collar see below may be fitted over the button to help prevent accidental triggers This is optional B Using the proper bit size about 1 inch drill a hole into the panel The button mounting hole diameter must be between 15 16 17 16 24 27 mm and the panel thickness between 1 32 1 8 1 3 mm which is about the thickness of a nickel It c
18. adhesive is very sticky Once the bracket is attached it will not easily come off A Make sure the glass is clean and dry and the air temperature is at least 50 F 10 C B Remove the backing from the adhesive side of the bracket C Make sure the large plastic washer is on the left side of the bracket see image below or next page D Start by placing the top edge of the bracket against the windshield aligned with the marks and make sure it s level E Press the bracket firmly against the windshield starting at the top and pressing the sides downward Do not apply excessive pressure as it may cause the windshield to break F Check from outside the vehicle to make sure there are no large air bubbles under the bracket You may need to carefully apply additional pressure to the bracket and remove any large air bubbles Use a small pin to create an escape path for the air if the problem is persistent Larger plastic washer left Smaller plastic washer right See step 5 Start with the top edge on the glass Then press the sides downward DC3 5 Port HUB Installation with Universal Module 305 A 5 How 10O DRIVECAM TAKING RISK OUT OF DRIVING 5 Mount the VER in the bracket Larger plastic washer on the left side A Plug the HUB Interconnect Cable 14 ft into the VER Smaller plastic washer on the right side B Place the VER in the bracket C Adjust the VER so that it hangs vertically plumb D Secure the
19. ally closed when an event is triggered It should be noted that the switch can also change states if the voltage to the VER drops below 9 Volts When this happens the switch will behave the same as if there was an event on the VER Black Wire Always Connected to Ground Wiring Options There are many ways the output of the UMO5 can be used The following section shows some sample applications Your particular application will determine the actual wiring configuration These examples should only be considered a general guide Example 1 Triggering a secondary electronic device Generally it is very easy to connect your UMO5 to trigger a secondary electronic device These types of devices typically require voltage levels but very low current The yellow wire is connected to 12V so that the voltage at the blue wire will go up whenever the switch opens When the switch is closed the voltage at the blue wire will be low The yellow wire can be tied to a constant or switched voltage source When tied to a constant voltage source there will be approximately 0 007A 7mA of current drawn at all times If the yellow wire is tied to a switched voltage source the voltage at the blue wire will never go up when the switched voltage source i e ignition switch is off Table 1 shows the UMO05 s approximate output level of the blue wire for a VER during an event or during normal non event operation If the GPS requires the voltage to go high to Table 1
20. an be installed in a thicker panel but the button will not snap into place C Route the Pushbutton Cable through the hole and connect the two wires to the tabs on the bottom of the button It does not matter which tab the wires are connected D w Route the other end of the cable to the 5 Port HUB through the rubber shell page 9 and then plug it into the RT Port E Verify correct operation by pressing and releasing the button to trigger an event recording The right status light on the VER should begin to flash for several seconds If not recheck the wiring F Following verification press the button firmly into the mounting hole Note If needed a second Remote Trigger may be installed and plugged into the UM RT Port on the HUB Mounting the Pushbutton Collar optional Adhesive tape on the bottom of the collar holds it in place Make sure to clean the mounting surface thoroughly before attaching the adhesive collar The tabs around the ring may be trimmed off if space is needed or to provide a better appearance We recommend keeping at least 2 tabs on the collar Remote Trigger Pushbutton Pushbutton in Collar Pushbutton in Collar 17 4x 1x1 in I w h 4 Tabs untrimmed 2 Tabs trimmed DC3 5 Port HUB Installation with Universal Module 305 A 17 wr How To DRIVECAM Installation Complete Follow these steps to finish up A Make sure the cables are tucked safely under the trim and cannot get pinched in the
21. der a clear section of the glass On the front of the dashboard Use the magnet on the back of the GPS Antenna to attach it to a flat metal surface The GPS Cable should be secured just below the antenna to keep it in place Route the cable neatly under the dashboard for connection Velcro or tape may also be used to secure the antenna in place Attached to the inside of a window Use a strong adhesive tape to attach the GPS Antenna to the windshield a side or back window or the sunroof The GPS Cable can be routed along the edge if the window or tucked under the trim or headliner then under the dashboard for connection Do not place the antenna under a dark or tinted section of the glass Concealed under the dashboard The GPS Antenna can be placed under any non metal object and still receive excellent GPS signal reception This means you can mount the antenna directly under the dashboard on an air vent or under a removable plastic panel or trim piece Make sure there are no large metal pieces between the GPS Antenna and the sky Even small metal brackets or pipes can deteriorate the signal depending on the size of the holes openings or spacing between the metal components The upper portion of the dashboard is often an ideal place to conceal the antenna as it is usually composed only of plastic or foam through which GPS signals can easily penetrate DC3 5 Port HUB Installation with Universal Module 305 A 16 How TIO DRIVECAM TAKIN
22. e ground of the UMO5 switch cable The other side of the switch is connected to the blue wire Also connected to the blue wire is a 1 800 Ohm 1 8KQ resistor whose opposite side is connected to the yellow wire This yellow wire needs to be wired to a voltage source if you want the voltage at the blue wire to go up when the switch is open Figure 1 shows a block diagram of the UMO5 output Yellow Wire circuit ae 1 800 Ohms If the OUT switch on the UMOS is set to NORM LO the output switch will be closed all the time unless 1 2 Watt an event has been triggered in the VER When an event is triggered the output switch will open Blue Wire while the VER is recording and saving the event When that is complete the switch will close again If the OUT switch is set to NORM HI the switch will work in the opposite way i e open normally Control closed when an event is triggered It should be noted that the switch can also change states if the voltage to the VER drops below 9 Volts When this happens the switch will behave the same as if there was an event on the VER If the OUT switch on the UMOS5 is set to NORM LO the output switch will be closed all the time unless an event has been triggered in the VER When an event is triggered the output switch will open while the VER is recording and saving the event When that is complete the switch will close again If the OUT switch is set to NORM HI the switch will work in the opposite way i e open norm
23. e load OFF close all doors to turn off the dome light Set the PRI switch to the left SW GND A Remove the dome light cover leaving the bulb in place C Measure the voltage at either of the bulb terminals If the voltage is low ground then the circuit uses switched power Set the PRI switch to the right SW PWR D Set the PRI switch on the UMOS5 as described in this image gt gt Determine where to make the connection A Turn the load ON open a door to turn on the dome light B Measure the voltage at each of the bulb terminals One terminal voltage will remain the same as measured in step C the other terminal voltage will have changed The white wire must be connected to the terminal that changed voltage DC3 5 Port HUB Installation with Universal Module 305 A 11 How TIO DRIVECAM TAKING RISK OUT OF DRIVING Connecting the White Wire The best place to keep the UMO5 is usually under the dashboard This requires several feet of the white wire routed up the window trim typically alongside the HUB Interconnect Cable then under the headliner to the dome light See page 6 for information about routing wires A Unscrew the dome light fixture from the ceiling to expose its wiring and provide an entry point under the headliner B Route white wire from the location where you will mount the UMO5 e g under the dashboard to the dome light A coat hanger can often be used to hook and pu
24. er s view of the road is blocked Mounting Options Refer to the DriveCam Mounting Guidelines DRC 340 if you re installing in a vehicle without a standard rear view mirror The document provides additional details and diagrams about VER mounting in various vehicle types including instructions for using the Extended Bracket Government restrictions regarding the mounting of objects on the vehicle windshield and U S Department of Transportation exemptions are also covered DC3 5 Port HUB Installation with Universal Module 305 A How To DRIVECAM 3 Mark the mounting location on the glass CAUTION Do not peel the backing from the adhesive strips until the next step A Hold the assembly in place and trace the outline of the bracket on the windshield with a marker B Remove the VER from the mounting bracket C Check the fit of the bracket against the windshield If the windshield is curved you may gently bend the bracket so it will lie flush against the glass Final Location Check Before attaching the bracket in the next step take a moment to verify that you have selected a good mounting location Hold the assembly in place and sit in the driver s seat Make sure the VER does not block the driver s view of the road Rotate mirrors sun visors wipers and other objects near the VER to make sure those items do not block or interfere with either lens 4 Attach the bracket to the windshield CAUTION The
25. gured for hibernation mode meaning it will automatically switch off status lights will go dark after the vehicle ignition has been off for a certain amount of time 15 minutes several hours Switch on the vehicle ignition or press one of the VER buttons to wake up the VER from hibernation See page 18 for more information A Wait about 30 seconds after connecting power red and ground black B Turn the key to the Ignition Switched On position The status light to the left of the lens will light solid green for about 30 seconds after power is first applied and then switch OFF The status light to the right of the lens should then switch ON and stay on see note above Other status light behaviors that are commonly seen e Left light blinking green Searching for a wireless signal e Right light blinking red Data transfer in progress e Right light blinking red amp green Event recording in progress e Both lights blinking red amp green Firmware upgrade in progress C These behaviors may continue for several minutes All of them indicate ni h Sone that the VER is properly powered Go to step 9 tatus Light tatus Light Errors If the status lights did not light at all check the wiring and fuses If you see any other status light behaviors contact DriveCam Technical Support at 866 910 0403 9 Test the BROWN WIRE connection ignition switched power Underneath the translucent cover surrounding the interio
26. his example could be high enough to cause a serious drain Control Black Wire on the vehicle battery The 12V to the external resistor should be switched off Always Connected to Ground with the ignition switch or the blue line should not be configured so that it is normally low when the ignition switch is off Example 5 Linking two or more VERS in series Multiple VERs can be connected in series so that when one is triggered all will be triggered Contact DriveCam for detailed instructions NOTE Anyone attempting a type of installation like example 4 or 5 should have a thorough understanding of electrical systems and electricity Incorrect implementation of this could damage the UMO5 and or create a fire hazard for the vehicle DC3 5 Port HUB Installation with Universal Module 305 A 15 e How To DRIVECAM TAKING RISK OUT OF GPS Antenna Installation DriveCam s GPS Antenna must be mounted in an area of the vehicle that receives good GPS satellite signal reception The antenna has an attached 10 foot cable that plugs into the GPS Port on the HUB see diagram on page 3 Make sure the mounting location allows for connection and easy routing of the cable The GPS Antenna is not required for event recorder modules configured with internal GPS receivers A Select a location to mount the GPS Antenna see mounting guidelines below B Route the GPS Cable to the 5 Port HUB through the rubber shell page 9 and then plug it int
27. in passenger carrying vehicles as part of DriveCam s Safety Enhancement Mode SEM UMOS5 Switch Cable White Wire Connections The Primary Trigger Input White Wire is typically set up to monitor the vehicle s doors The VER will then record an event each time a door is opened or closed Tip In many cases the dome light circuit is the best place to make this connection as it is usually connected to all of the vehicle s doors Some vehicles use a common door switch circuit connecting all doors and the dome light while other vehicles use an individual door switch circuit connecting each door to a controller and the controller to the dome light Refer to the vehicle wiring schematics for information If you can find the dome light circuit under the dashboard you won t have to route the wire up to the dome light If not simply make the connection at the dome light described here Before making the connection you must first determine the type of bulb circuit switched power or switched ground and make the appropriate primary PRI switch settings on the UMOS O lt UMOS Test Light SW GND SW PWR ER f lt UMOS DIP Switches 1 Primary Input PRI Switch 2 Secondary Input SEC Switch 3 Output Out Switch DriveCam Universal Module UM05 Determine the circuit type for connections at the dome light If the voltage is high 12V or 24V then the circuit uses switched ground B Turn th
28. l up UMO5 Ignition Sense Cable to ignition switched power source Fuse __ UM RT connections for the UMOS5 and event recorder to function The Black Red amp Brown wires are the three required to 5 Port HUB The remaining connections are optional Black Step 1 Connect the black wire to a clean CHASSIS GROUND Red Connect the red wire to a 12V 24V power source that is ALWAYS ON White Connect the white wire to the primay TRIGGER mechanism doors via dome light Orange Connect the orange wire to the secondary TRIGGER mechanism switch or button Blue amp Yellow Output trigger signal to activate another device see output section Brown Connect the brown wire to a 12V 24V power source that is IGNITION SWITCHED Connecting the RED WIRE to a 12V 24V power source that is ALWAYS ON The VER requires a power source that is not controlled by the key nor any other device or switch This connection is usually made just after the fuse box on the battery side of any vehicle control modules Use a voltmeter to make sure the circuit provides continuous 12V or 24V power when the key is removed from the ignition and all lights devices and switches are off Test this connection in Step 9 Current Draw If you re tapping into an existing vehicle wire make sure it can handle the additional current draw of the VER A wire that reads 12V on a voltmeter may not necessarily be able to supply enough current to the existing circuit and
29. le 18 in UMO5 Ignition Sense Cable 18 in UMO5 Switch Cable 6 wires UM05 Switch Cable UMO05 Ignition Sense Cable 18 in UMO05 Interconnect Cable 18 in Ignition Sense If you re NOT installing the Universal Module use the other DC3 5 Port HUB Installation Guide DRC 304 GPS Antenna The GPS Cable plugs into the GPS Port on the HUB See page 16 for installation instructions e GPS Kit DriveCam GPS Antenna with Attached Cable 10 ft Note The GPS Antenna is not required for event recorder models configured with internal GPS receivers page 18 Remote Trigger The Pushbutton Cable plugs into the RT Port on the HUB See page 17 for installation instructions e Remote Trigger Kit DriveCam Remote Trigger Pushbutton Pushbutton Collar amp Pushbutton Cable 4 ft Not e UMOS5 installations typically use the UMO5 Switch Cable for Remote Triggers instead page 13 See page 18 for additional information DC3 5 Port HUB Installation with Universal Module 305 A e How TIO DRIVECAM TAKING RISK OUT OF DRIVING 1 Thoroughly clean and dry the glass The following steps describe installation using the Windshield Mounting Bracket This is the most common installation method and applies to most sedans and light vehicles with sloped windshields and standard rear view mirrors See note below for available options CAUTION This step is critical to prevent the bracket from falling off A Select a loca
30. ll the wire under the headliner C Connect the white wire to the dome light Make sure you are connecting to the correct side of the dome light circuit as measured above i e the terminal that changed voltage A CAUTION You may need to remove the window and door trim to route the wire underneath These typically snap on and off using special clips In vehicles with side and curtain airbags the clips are often one time use and may need to be replaced after removal Please refer to the vehicle service manual for information A WARNING When installing the cable in a vehicle with side or curtain airbags be certain that neither the cable nor your installation activities interferes with any airbag related mechanisms or otherwise risks affecting airbag deployment Testing the Connection Use the green light on the top of the UMO5 to test the connection A Open a vehicle door The test light should be lit solid green B Close all vehicle doors The test light should go out at the same time as the dome light e Ifthe test worked as described the primary trigger input is functioning correctly Continue to the next section e If the UMO5 Test Light was reversed i e lit when the doors were closed and off when a door was opened then the primary PRI switch setting on the UMO5 is incorrect Change the switch setting and repeat the test e If the UMOS5 Test Light did not light at all check the power ground and primary wire connections D
31. location where the 5 Port HUB will be mounted and the electrical connections will be made Secure the Cable Make sure the cable is secured and cannot come loose We recommend using cable ties every few inches along the route to secure it in place Keep the cable clear of any sharp edges moving parts and cannot get pinched in the door jam Be very careful working around vehicle airbags DC3 5 Port HUB Installation with Universal Module 305 A 6 How 10O DRIVECAM TAKING RISK OUT OF DRIVING 7 DC3 UMO5 Power amp Ground Connections The black red and brown wires are the three required connections for the VER to function The red wire provides primary power and must be connected to a continuous power source The brown wire is an ignition sense used by the VER to activate the IR Illuminator page 18 when the vehicle ignition is switched on The black wire is ground A Find a suitable location to make electrical connections usually under the dashboard or vehicle electrical panel B Connect the wiring to the vehicle as described below C Plug the UMO5 cables into the UMO5 see diagram on page 3 D Test the connections in steps 9 and 10 before finalizing the connections UMO5 Switch Cable i Black to chassis ground Red to continuous power source Fuse s White to primary trigger doors page 11 Orange to secondary trigger switch Page 12 to UMO5 Blue to output page 14 Yellow to output pul
32. nse Cable e UM RT Port UMO5 Interconnect Cable The sleeve should fit tightly around each cable to ensure maximum protection from corrosion The smaller opening however may make it difficult to push the cable connectors through The silicone sleeves will stretch but you may need to apply a lubricant such as dielectric grease to the connectors allowing them to slip through more easily C Press the sleeves down through the shell invert them inside out D Push the HUB Interconnect Cable UMO5 Ignition Sense Cable and UMOS5 Interconnect Cable through the inverted sleeves until they poke through the other side See notes below E Pull the sleeves back up through the shell F Plug the cables to the HUB G Proceed to the next page to test the connections HUB Interconnect Cable UM05 Interconnect Cable UMO05 Ignition Sense Cable Note If you re planning to install the GPS Antenna page 16 and or Remote Trigger page 17 you may connect those cables into the HUB at this time as well Repeat the steps above for the GPS and or RT Ports on the HUB DC3 5 Port HUB Installation with Universal Module 305 A How TIO DRIVECAM TAKING RISK OUT OF DRIVING 8 Test the RED WIRE connection continuous power Once the power and ground connections are made and the vehicle ignition is switched on the status light to the right of the interior facing lens should be lit either a red or green light Note VERs are confi
33. o the GPS Port C Test the GPS Antenna to make sure it s in a good location and receiving a GPS signal The light on the antenna will blink red after it is plugged into the HUB and powered It will blink slowly about one second on and one second off when searching for a GPS signal and then blink rapidly when a signal is found Searching for a GPS Signal Receiving a GPS Signal Flashing Red Light Flashing Red Light Z gt cll she 4 il Da 212i 2 2 One Second Interval Half Second Interval D Secure the antenna and cable in place Make sure the cable is secured out of the way and will not come loose GPS Antenna Mounting Guidelines e The ideal mounting location allows line of sight reception from the GPS satellites in orbit above e GPS signals will not penetrate metals of any kind Coated tinted windows may also block signals e GPS signals will penetrate glass uncoated plastic Styrofoam fiberglass wood carpet and upholstery e The GPS Antenna is not designed for external use it must be mounted inside the vehicle On the top of the dashboard Secure the GPS Antenna flat on the dashboard with tape Velcro or magnet Tuck the GPS Cable into the gap between the dashboard and the windshield wrap with tape for a snug fit if necessary then route the cable across and under the dashboard for connection to the HUB This location usually provides the best signal reception Make sure the GPS Antenna is positioned un
34. ornia Minnesota New Jersey and Florida currently prohibit or limit the mounting of objects including DriveCam event recorders on windshields You are responsible for complying with any such laws and DriveCam does not accept responsibility for your failure to do so If you plan to operate your vehicle in a jurisdiction where windshield mounting is prohibited contact DriveCam for assistance with any issues related to how or where VERs should be mounted 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 DriveCam Inc could void the user s authority to operate this equipment Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installa
35. r facing lens are six small infrared lights These are the VER s Infrared IR IIluminators providing infrared light for recording video in low light situations These lights can only be seen when they are lit and they are only lit when power is being sensed through the brown wire i e when the engine is running or when the key is turned all the way forward to the ignition ON position A Turn the key to the Ignition Switched On position B Look closely for the six red lights underneath the translucent cover C Turn the key to the OFF position The six red lights should go out D Ifthe test worked as described the brown wire has been connected properly Go to the next page If the test did not work as described try it again in a darker area or cup your hands around the cover the lights can be difficult to see Next check the wiring and fuses It may have been connected to a modulated circuit page 8 Infrared IR IIluminators Look closely for 6 red lights underneath the cover DC3 5 Port HUB Installation with Universal Module 305 A 10 How To DRIVECAM UMO5 Trigger Connections DriveCam s Universal Module UMO5 provides multiple input and output connections allowing you to configure the VER to record events through a variety of additional methods doors switch taxi meter horn alarm lights others The output enables the VER to control other devices in the vehicle The Universal Module is typically used
36. the VER The gauge of wire being tapped into provides a good indication A larger gauge wire is often the best choice but make sure to test it with a load DC3 5 Port HUB Installation with Universal Module 305 A 7 How TIO DRIVECAM TAKING RISK OUT OF DRIVING Connecting the BROWN WIRE to a 12V 24V power source that is IGNITION SWITCHED This connection senses when the ignition is switched on This requires a power source that is on only when the key is turned all the way forward to the on position and when the engine is running It s very important that this is connected properly Test this connection in Step 10 Common Error This connection is often mistakenly made to a modulated circuit one that comes out of a computer control module running some subsystem in the vehicle which can give false ignition on off signals To avoid this make sure to connect this wire to a circuit that is on the battery side of any modules Consult the vehicle wiring schematics or a local authorized dealership to obtain this information Extending Wires If wires need to be extended extend the ground wire first If you must extend the red or brown wires keep them as short as possible If the extended length exceeds 16 inches place an inline fuse 1 3 Amp between the extended wire and the power connection The gauge of wire used for the extension must be the same gauge as the power cable wires or larger Fuses The red and
37. tion The FCC with its action in ET Docket 96 8 has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to radio frequency RF electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment This device meets the Human Exposure limits found in OET Bulletin 65 2001 and ANSI IEEE C95 1 1992 Proper operation of this radio according to the instructions found in this manual will result in exposure substantially below the FCC s recommended limits To comply with the FCC and ANSI C95 1 RF exposure limits this device has been evaluated for compliance with FCC RF Exposure limits in the typical configuration It is recommended that the antenna must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or radio transmitter During operation the transmitter shall be separated at least 20cm 8 inches from any human contact Note The radiated output power of this wireless device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless this device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized Canada Industry Canada 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 accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device must
38. tion on the windshield behind the rear view mirror on the Thoroughly CLEAN amp DRY passenger side of the vehicle this area of the windshield B Using the alcohol wipe provided thoroughly clean the mounting area C Using aclean dry cloth thoroughly dry the mounting area 2 Carefully select a mounting location The VER needs to be mounted in a location that provides an unobstructed view of the interior and exterior front of the vehicle Ideally the interior facing lens should capture a view from the outside shoulder of the driver to the outside shoulder of a front seat passenger The exterior facing lens should capture a clear view of everything in front of the vehicle beginning as close to the front of the vehicle as possible without cutting off the horizon CAUTION An improperly positioned VER can significantly reduce the effectiveness of the DriveCam Program A Loosen the Torx screws so the VER can rotate in the bracket B Adjust or move the mirror down to its lowest position C Temporarily position the assembly VER bracket behind the mirror about one inch to the right of the post providing access to the Torx screw and power connection V Just Right The bottom of the mirror when adjusted to its lowest position is aligned with the top of the Illuminator cover Torx screw blocked by mirror post 4 Too High Lens amp Illuminator cover are blocked Illuminator see step 9 Too Low Driv
39. upplied to them by the blue wire will be very close to the voltage supplied to the yellow wire Voltage V Example 2 Triggering devices that use up to 2 Amps and have a separate ground wire There are many auxiliary devices for vehicles that fit into this category Auxiliary lights warning buzzers and relays are some of the possible devices If the total current draw is less than 2 Amps and the device has a separate ground wire not chassis grounded this method can be used In this situation the yellow supply wire is not used Instead the device to be operated has its positive wire connected to a 12 Volt source and the Current mA negative wire is connected to the blue wire as shown in figure 5 In example 2 because we are switching the ground wire operation of the device may seem backwards l I lt 2 Amps To turn the device ON we need the UMO5 switch to turn ON which will make the voltage at the blue wire go LOW Lamp or other Load Table 2 shows how to set the UMO5 OUT switch to achieve the desired function 1 800 Ohms lt at the load Table 2 Operating a Load UMS Switch Setting from the Blue Wire 1 2 Watt i Blue Wire During an Event Yellow Wire No Connection Cont i onra o Black Wire Always Connected to Ground Example 3 Triggering heavy current or chassis ground devices 12V Example 3 is actually very much like example 2 but the load that is operated 1 lt 2 Amps by the UMOS5 is a relay
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