BENDIX BW2798 User's Manual
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1. J2 Deutsch Part Number DT04 6P Ignition Power Chassis Ground J1 Pin3 Installation Procedure Harness Layout Diagram q dl DISPLAY 4 Deutsch Part Number 3 gt o DTO4 4P CONNECTOR FRONT VEHICLE CONNECTIONS TURN SGNL 2 Deutsch Part Nunber 0704 iX CONNECTOR FRONT SENSOR J2 14 Operation Testing Testing System Operation 1 Before testing the system move the vehicle to an area where there are no objects within a minimum of a 15 foot radius of the sensor 2 Turn the vehicle s ignition to the on position do not start vehicle Observe proper safety procedures by making sure the vehicle s parking brakes are set and the engine is off before performing any tests 3 Observe the side sensor display unit s red and yellow indicators and refer to the table below for proper power up and system operation Have an assistant walk within ten feet of the front of the sensor to test for object detection System Status Display Indicator Power up initial display test Red and Yellow lt 5 sec Power up initial sensor test Red only lt 5 sec No Objects Detected Yellow only Object Detected Red only Object Detected turn signal active Red only tone System Failure Red and Yellow 4 To test the audible warning activate the turn signal while testing the object detection The warning tone is only heard once for each activation of the turn signal 5 If the red and yello2. Bend X Bendix BlindSpotter Del Side Object Detection System Installation Guide Bendix BlindSpotter Side Object Detection System BW2798 Formerly VOIG0032 April 2013 Table of Contents General Information Warhings and Cauta a nt our deer dee 2 FCC Compliance Statement Federal Communications Commission 4 System Overview Product Descriptionis i a rt ee 5 System personn aere kee EEN rer te HE RUE DG t eee 6 Side Object Detection Display LLL Rete 7 FallUre uuu uyu D he Sau bc ce re Ae 7 Installation SENSOR NEN 8 Sensor Orientation 9 Mounting the Senso reete cernes ce heb n A nes 9 Side Object Display Mounting icc een 10 Component Connectors tette 11 Harness Connector PIN OUt a uta tis o hein te b nid 12 Harness Layout Diagram iii 13 Operation Testing Testing System Operation 14 Testing Sensor Detechon LLL nai 15 Troubleshooting System Fault Mda asana 16 Red Detection LED Remains Om 17 No Objects Detectled I I 18 No Audib vio a M 19 System Does Not Power Up nannten 20 Wiring Diagrams dae Ro E 21 Specifications TY m 23 Seu M M 23 Regulatory Compliance n nn n annassa 24 Warranty Manufacturer Limited Warranty LLL Si 25 General Information Warn
3. OSINI SJ Ich Ae ds q Ir D 008 zr c Won 0193NN09 2 4 lt D s iu A g m D Josuag dH zr 22 Wee INIYIM ais v HD ET um wa e Pan Avast ano nao z ano nao HOLYYIdO Nmoua s Fl va r lau 00 yosnas HIE 3018 z an9 uma e gt Ka lt Go eb m SAHONI 077 KI NOLLINSI m SIHNI Z AV IdSIG YOSNAS 11083 YOLIINNOI ANOY4 YOLIINNOD 008 er If 23 Specifications Typical Electronics Solid state Sealing Encapsulated to protect from dust moisture and vibration Operating Temperature 40 F to 185 F 40 C to 85 C Sensor Pulsed RF transmitter at 5 8 GHz Material Polycarbonate radome with aluminum back plate Weight 1 25 Ibs 0 57 kg Dimensions 5 25 13 3 cm diameter x 1 375 3 5 cm deep Mounting 3 0 188 4 8 mm diameter mounting holes Operator Display Unit ODU Material Polycarbonate ABS alloy Weight 25 165 11 kg Dimensions 1 00 2 5 cm height x 2 25 5 7 cm width x 2 00 5 1 cm depth Mounting User dependent Electrical Input V
4. aker provides an audible alert if an object is detected when the vehicle s turn signal is activated A button located on the front of the display allows the driver to adjust the volume level Control Button Red Object Detected Indicator lt Ambient Light Sensor Power Standby Indicator System Failure If the system detects a failure and becomes inoperative the display unit will warn the driver by continuously illuminating both the red and yellow LEDs at the same time Refer to the troubleshooting section for more information about system failure Installation Procedure Sensor Location The Bendix BlindSpotter Side Object Detection Sensor should be mounted on the side of the vehicle between 22 and 36 inches from the ground and at least 18 inches rear of the side view mirror see diagram below Note To reduce the possibility of the sensor detecting objects mounted to the vehicle like the steps or fuel tanks make sure the face of the sensor extends out a minimum of 5 16 of an inch further than any other object within six 6 inches of the sensor s body r 1219mm Installation Procedure Sensor Orientation The Bendix BlindSpotter Side Object Detection Sensor should be orientated so the embossed logo is parallel to the ground see diagrams below Orientation is crucial for proper operation due to the radar s polarized beam profile LZ AA Installation Pro
5. cedure Mounting the Sensor The sensor should be mounted to the vehicle using 10 24 6 mm stainless steel hardware Bolts should be installed from the sensor side with flat washers and nylock nuts on the backside Torque hardware to a maximum of 22 Ibs in Do not over torque Mounting Side Sensor Installation Procedure Side Object Display Mounting The Bendix BlindSpotter Side Object Detection Display Unit should be mounted on the inside of the cab to the windshield pillar The display unit should be positioned in line with the side view mirror on the same side of the vehicle as the sensor without obstructing the driver s view A WARNING The Side Object Display Unit is not weather proof and must be mounted on the inside of the cab Failure to observe this warning will result in a void of warranty Vehicles with dual left and right side sensors will have a display mounted on both the left and right windshield pillars Installation Procedure Component Connectors CONNECTOR REAR T SIDE OBJEC DETECTION SENSOR OPERATOR CONNECTOR REAR Installation Procedure Harness Connector Pin Out J2 D IGNITION D GROUND 3 DU comm P 4 LOU DU PWR DU GND DU GND 6 DU COMM 3 TURN SIGNAL D J1 Deutsch Part Number DT04 4P
6. ings and Cautions Improper use of this system could lead to a serious accident Read this entire Installation Guide before operating the Bendix BlindSpotter system Pay particular attention to the safety messages below This guide should be used in conjunction with proper training Limitations of Collision Warning Systems The Bendix BlindSpotter rear collision warning system is intended solely as an aid for an alert and conscientious professional driver It is not to be used or relied upon to operate a vehicle The system should be used in conjunction with rear view mirrors and other instrumentation to maintain safe operation of the vehicle ground personnel and adjacent property A vehicle equipped with the Bendix BlindSpotter system should be operated in the same safe manner as if the system were not installed The system is not a substitute for normal safe driving procedures It will not compensate for any driver impairment such as drugs alcohol or fatigue Should the system become inoperative it could jeopardize the safety or lives of those who depend on the system for safety The system will not sense objects if the sensor view is obstructed Therefore do not place objects in front of the system sensor Remove heavy buildups of mud dirt ice and other materials Proper alignment is critical to correct operation of the system Testing and inspection of the system in accordance with these instructions and record of the resu
7. into an open area away from any objects Power up the system and check for proper operation Troubleshooting No Objects Detected If after the initial system power up the sensor does not appear to detect any objects the radar sensor may have malfunctioned Refer to the Testing System Operation section in this manual 1 Hold and aim a test object six 6 feet out from center directly at the sensor and verify if the side object display indicates the object has been detected 2 Continuing to hold the test object six 6 feet from the sensor refer to the diagram below and move six 6 feet to the right and then to the left of center from the sensor keeping the test object positioned directly at the face of the sensor Verify if the side object display indicates the object has been detected in both extreme positions 3 Hold and aim the test object ten 10 feet out from center directly at the sensor and verify if the side object display indicates the object has been detected 6 Feet 10 Feet _ Troubleshooting No Audible Tone When an object is detected while the vehicle s turn signal is active but the side object display does not emit an audible tone either the system is improperly wired or the side object display has malfunctioned 1 With the vehicle s ignition switch in the off position disconnect the display connector J1 and use an ohm meter to test the continuity between pin 1 and the turn signal source
8. lindSpotter system is typically installed on the side opposite the driver but can be installed on both sides of the vehicle as well Note Up to four sensors can be daisy chained to a single display unit for applications that require an increased area of detection Contact your OEM parts dealer for information on purchasing additional sensors brackets and harnessing System Operation System Operation The Bendix BlindSpotter Side Object Detection System is powered by the vehicle s ignition switch and consists of a pulse modulated radar sensor mounted to the side of the vehicle coupled to a cab mounted display unit that constantly monitors the area within the radar s view for any objects present that may pose a collision hazard during a lane change 6 Feet 10 Feet 1904 9 1984 9 o c ef c The pulse modulated radar utilized in the BlindSpotter system will detect objects stationary or moving while the vehicle is in motion or stopped The radar s effective range is approximately ten feet from the center view of the sensor System Operation Side Object Detection Display The display unit has two bright LED indicators used to display the system status A yellow LED indicates when the system is active and a red LED indicates an object is detected An ambient light sensor automatically controls the intensity of the two status LEDs dimming them in low light conditions The display unit s built in spe
9. lts should be listed on the daily maintenance report The units on operating vehicles must be tested each day see the Testing System Operation section prior to the vehicle s operation Results of this test must be recorded in the maintenance log People operating this equipment MUST check for proper operation at the beginning of every shift or safety inspection period 2 General Information People s lives depend on the proper installation of this product in conformance with these instructions It is necessary to read understand and follow all instructions shipped with the product Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result in property damage serious injury or death The Bendix BlindSpotter system is intended for commercial use Proper installation of this system requires a good understanding of truck electrical systems and procedures along with proficiency in the installation Store these instructions in a safe place and refer to them when maintaining and or reinstalling the product FCC Compliance Statement Federal Communications Commission This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Federal Communications Commission rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must be able to accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Any interference that may be caused sh
10. nsor display 1 Disconnect the sensor and the side object display from the harness and check the connectors for corrosion or damage to the harness 2 Using an ohm meter check the harness for a short to ground by testing the resistance from J1 Pin 3 and J2 Pin 3 to chassis ground This reading should be greater than 100K ohms or infinite 3 Using an ohm meter check the communications link between the sensor and the side object display for continuity by testing the resistance from J1 Pin 3 to J2 Pin 3 see diagram below This reading should be less than 0 9 ohms J1 Display 2 Li I Beg J2 Sensor Troubleshooting Red Detection LED Remains On If after the initial five second system power up test the red detect indicator remains illuminated constantly even when no objects are present in the radar sensors detection zone either the radar sensor is improperly mounted or has malfunctioned 1 Review the sensor installation section in this manual to verify proper sensor positioning orientation and mounting 2 Make sure there are no other surfaces or objects on the vehicle like steps fuel tanks mirrors that extend beyond the face of the radar sensor that may be interfering with the sensor s operation 3 Remove the sensor from the vehicle and inspect it for any damage Inspect the connector for any signs of damage or corrosion 4 Connect the sensor to the harness and hold it away from the vehicle
11. oltage 9 33 volts DC Input Current 0 25 amp maximum fused at 1 amp Polarity Polarity protected Power Connection 2 18 AWG wires Turn Signal Connection 1 18 AWG wire 24 Specifications Regulatory Compliance Compliant with FCC Part 15 249 5725 5875 MHz FCC ID OXZSTDPREVIEW 25 Manufacturer Limited Warranty The Bendix standard warranty specific to retrofit systems is 12 months 100 000 miles when the product is installed on its intended application The limited warranty does not cover defects or damage caused by abuse misuse road debris accidents or improper installation maintenance or service Note Some exclusions do apply Refer to the Bendix Limited Warranty VORAD Collision Warning System BW2759 for complete warranty information visit www bendix com or call 1 800 AIR BRAKE 1 800 247 2725 26 21 Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC 901 Cleveland Street Elyria Ohio 44035 1 800 247 2725 BW2798 2013 Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC a member of the Knorr Bremse Group All Rights Reserved 04 13
12. ould be reported to the local FCC field office or to the Federal Communications Commission Enforcement Bureau 445 12th Street S W Room 7 C485 Washington DC 20054 Any changes or modifications made by the user to this equipment that are not expressly approved by Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of all information in this brochure However Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC makes no expressed or implied warranty or representation based on the enclosed information Errors or omissions should be reported to Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC 901 Cleveland Street Elyria OH 44035 or 1 800 AIR BRAKE 1 800 247 2725 System Overview The Bendix BlindSpotter Side Object Detection System is a pulse modulated radar system capable of detecting the presence of other vehicles along side of the host vehicle aiding the driver s ability to avoid collisions while merging into adjacent lanes of traffic Product Description A visual indicator placed on the windshield pillar near the side view mirror provides the driver with an additional tool for checking lane clearance next to the vehicle before merging When the driver signals to change lanes by activating the vehicle s turn signal the system will provide an audible tone along with a visual indication warning the driver that the lane next to the vehicle is not clear The B
13. point To Turn Signal Source Meus Display 2 Turn the vehicle s ignition switch to the on position and activate the vehicle s turn signal on the same side of the vehicle the side object sensor is located and use a volt meter to check for the turn signal voltage between pins 2 and 4 20 Troubleshooting System Does Not Power Up When the vehicle s ignition switch is turned to the on position and the side object display fails to power up either the system s fuse has blown the harness is wired improperly or damaged or the system has malfunctioned 1 Check the system s inline one amp fuse 2 With the vehicle s ignition switch in the off position disconnect the sensor connector J2 Use a voltmeter to test for ignition voltage between pins 1 and 2 Check the connector pins for corrosion or damage Sensor 3 Re connect the sensor connector J2 to the harness and then disconnect the display connector J1 Use a voltmeter to test for ignition voltage between pins 1 and 2 at the display connector Check the connector pins for corrosion or damage Display 21 GC EE EN E if DXX C XC OC X Ze LA F ER Won YOLIANNOI 1NA A SSINYVH 3 193NNO
14. w LEDs remain on continuously for more than five seconds after the initial power up this is an indication the system has detected a failure Refer to the troubleshooting section for more information Operation Testing Testing Sensor Detection To test the sensor s maximum effective detection capabilities use a flat metallic object with a minimum surface area of one 1 square foot and hold it facing the sensor at the following positions using the diagram below as a reference 1 Six 6 feet out from center 2 Six 6 feet out six feet left from center 3 Six 6 feet out six feet right from center 4 Ten 10 feet from center maximum effective distance 6 Feet 1 3 10 Feet _ 4 4 7 8 A The effective detection zone of the sensor can be drawn as a ten 10 foot arc 45 degrees from center The sensor may detect objects beyond this zone shown in dark grey above but should not be considered reliable Note The ability of the sensor to detect objects in its effective detection zone depends on the object s size composition and its ability to reflect electromagnetic energy Troubleshooting System Fault Indication If both the red and yellow LEDs remain illuminated continuously after five seconds of initial power up or anytime during normal operation this is an indication that the system has detected a failure with the radar sensor or a loss of communications between the sensor and the side se
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