247security Zeus series User manual

ZEUS mDVR Installation

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Zeus Series - Four Channel DVR

Quick Guide - INSTALLATION

Thank you for purchasing a Zeus Series DVR from 247Security Inc. For any

questions regarding the installation procedure, please contact 247Security Inc.

Technical Support at 1-866-693-7492.

Your order will contain the following components (per system):

1. Zeus system (L – no WIFI or W – w/WIFI)

2. One to four cameras, depending on your order

3. One Camera cable per camera

4. Power cable & screws

5. Digital I/O cable

6. Set of keys

7. Event marker & cable

8. WIFI antenna kit (w/ Zeus-W model)

9. Storage media choices

a. SD card (32 or 64GB) w/empty HDD case

b. 320GB Hybrid Drive (10 year warranty)

c. 320GB Hard Disk

Optional Equipment:

1. GPS module & cable

2. G-Force module & cable

3. External WIFI bridge (802.11n)

Additional Equipment Per Order:

1. USB A-to-MiniB cable (Qty 2 w/hybrid drive purchase)

2. CD containing all the software and manuals (part of 247Security INC. GoGreen initiative to reduce paper)

3. Ethernet Network Cable

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The installation of your digital video recorder and components is comprised of the

following five steps:

1. DVR and Camera Placement

2. Cables

3. Connections and On-site Preparations

4. Equipment Test

5. DVRViewer Application and Camera Aiming

1. DVR AND CAMERA PLACEMENT

DVR

The first step is to determine the most appropriate location for the DVR and cameras. Mounting locations will vary

depending on the bus style, body manufacturer and bus year. Mounting orientation can be horizontal, vertical, or at

angles for spatial consideration. Mount the DVR through the affixed mounting base and ensure there is sufficient

space in front and around the DVR for ventilation, free movement on the mounting plate and for easy removal of the

hard drive—approximately 7 inches so the door can open freely. Recommended installation locations include: inside

the front bulkhead, behind the driver’s mirror or other locations where moisture and possible tampering will be at a

minimum.

CAMERAS

Cameras are available in many different lens sizes and most are mounted on an X-Y-Z axis so you adjust the image

to look horizontal even if the camera is mounted on the curve of the ceiling, as is convenient to avoid being a

headroom hazard to occupants. A minimum 1.5 inch hole is recommended for camera mounting and safe cable

pass through. Avoid installing cameras to sections of the ceiling that are exposed to, or are leaking, water.

2. CABLES

All cables for the installation and maintenance of your DVR system are included and consist of the following:

Cables for Installation

Camera Cable

(One per Camera)

Event Marker

Power Cable

Digital I/O Cable

GPS Receiver

Module (Optional)

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CAMERA CABLES

Camera Cables (available in lengths of 15, 35 or 50 feet)use the STP (shielded twisted pair) cable standard. The

camera cables are connected using molded 2x3 Molex interfaces that are keyed to prevent improper mating. Each

connector uses a clip to snap securely to each camera and to the inputs on your DVR. Typical configurations are

such that the passenger cameras connect to inputs 1 and 2; and, if available, door, exterior, or driver cameras

connect to inputs 3 and 4. After the installation, all Camera Cables should be concealed and holes filled with

grommets to protect the equipment from vandalism.

EVENT MARKER

The Event Marker is used for the driver to indicate a critical event during recording, which the DVR will interpret as a

priority video for later review. When the driver presses the event marker button, the DVR will mark all video feeds

from 150 seconds prior to and after the button press. These priority event videos can be retrieved by the technician,

using our USB memory stick, to be viewed on a computer with the DVRViewer application installed, removing the

storage media and bringing inside for review or in conjunction with our Touchdown WIFI system for automatic

upload of the video event. The Event Marker module has one button, to signal an event, and 3 color lights to indicate

three DVR states: green for POWER; amber for RECORDING; and red for VIDEO LOST when a camera signal has

been lost.

POWER CABLE

A three-wire, 12-feet-long Power Cable is used for connecting the DVR directly to the battery power in the vehicle’s

electrical box. The cable uses a large molded 2x2 Molex connector that is keyed, thereby connecting to the DVR in

only one orientation. The cable’s three wires are described in the following table:

POWER CABLE

BUS ELECTRICAL PANEL

DC IN (Red)

Constant LIVE Power Source

(battery side of solenoid, direct current)

GND (Black)

Ground

in bus electrical panel

IGN. ON/OFF (White)

Ignition-switched Power

(live only if ignition is turned to ON/ ACC)

Two screws (#4 thread, 3/8“ long) are included to securely fasten the Power Cable to the DVR. Securing the Power

Cable to the DVR prevents occupants from deactivating the system by disconnecting the Power Cable. NOTE:

MAKE SURE TO FUSE BOTH THE RED AND WHITE POWER LINES WITH A 7.5A FUSE (NOT

INCLUDED)

SENSOR & ALARM CABLE (DIGITAL I/O)

The Digital I/O Cable is used for connecting the DVR to the vehicle’s pertinent electrical functions, such as the turn

signals, brake lights, and the stop-arm. The cable is 15 feet long and connects to the DVR using a molded 2x5 Molex

connector, and to the vehicle’s equipment using 4 twisted pairs of wires. Using the Digital I/O Cable is an optional

function at your discretion.

Digital Input #

Wire Color

Function

DI 1

Brown

TEXT OVERLAY – AMBER

DI 2

Green+White

TEXT OVERLAY – STOP-ARM

DI 3

Green

TEXT OVERLAY – BRAKES

DI 4

Orange+White

TEXT OVERLAY – LEFT SIGNAL

DI 5

Orange

TEXT OVERLAY – RIGHT SIGNAL

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GPS MODULE (OPTIONAL)

The GPS Module is an external GPS receiver and is optional equipment. The module’s cable measures 15 feet long

and uses a 2X3 Molex plug to connect to the DVR. The module has a magnetic base; however, it is recommended

that the module be secured to a surface through its screw holes. To ensure maximum functionality, the GPS Module

must be mounted in direct, unobstructed line-of-sight with the sky, such as the base of the windshield or even on the

roof of the bus. If mounted internally just make sure the device doesn’t have something covering it (ex. Book) as the

device will not be able to connect to the GPS Satellite for a signal.

G-FORCE MODULE (OPTIONAL)

The G-Force Module also known as “Drive-Safe” is an external accelerometer and is optional equipment. The

module’s cable measures 15 feet long and uses a 2X3 Molex plug to connect to the DVR. To work properly the

device must be secured to a solid surface and mounted perfectly vertical and horizontal. The orientation for the X –

Y – Z axis can be adjusted in the system set-up page of the DVR.

When working properly the green power light will be on solid

The red A/D light will be flashing and the amber light will

Illuminate if the G-Force thresholds are exceeded. The device

works in conjunction with the GPS module

EXTERNAL WIFI (OPTIONAL)

The external WIFI bridge can be added to the Zeus system to update a Zeus non WIFI system or update an existing

internal 802.11g system to an external 802.11n system for increased data throughput speed. The bridge is

powered through a 10pin network cable and obtains POE (power over Ethernet) from the LAN connection on the

front of the Zeus DVR. An internal setting on the set-up page of the DVR will need to be checked to then provide

power to the bridge.

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3. CONNECTIONS AND ON-SITE PREPARATIONS

Rear view of a Zeus 4 Channel DVR

Port

Function

WIFI

RP-SMA Jack for connecting WIFI antenna (NOTE: AVAILABLE ON W MODEL ONLY FOR INTERNAL)

GPS

2x3 Molex to connect GPS external module and antenna

GP I/O2

Support digital inputs (6-8) GPIO cable is NOT included

CAN BUS

For future use

C.D.C.

For future use

CELL

MODEM

For future use

POWER

INPUT

10V-

32VDC

Power input for 10V to 32V DC. Includes two #4-threaded screw holes for securing the power

cable. Make sure to install 7.5A in-line fuses on the constant hot (red) and ignition (white) wires.

TAB 101

Connection for optional external Drive-Safe™ G-Force module

EMR

Connection for event marker cable

GP I/O 1

Digital I/O interface is used for connecting the vehicle’s electrical functions to the DVR.

CAM 1 -4

Camera connections

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SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP FOR CONNECTING TO THE DVR

At any point in the installation after power connections are established, the DVR can be connected to a laptop to

provide the installer a live view of the cameras for aiming purposes. Using the included cross-over cable, attach one

end to the LAN 1 port on the DVR, and the other end to the Ethernet LAN port on the laptop. To verify that the

correct type of Ethernet cable is being used, inspect one of the connector ends for the embossed letters “XOVER”.

For Windows XP users, consider the following steps:

1. Right-click on My Network Places and click Properties.

2. Right-click Local Area Connection and click Properties.

3. From the list of protocols, select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click the Properties button.

4. For your convenience, make a record of any values in the number fields on this page. They may be required

to be restored in order to return the laptop to your institute’s private network after the installation.

5. Change the IP Address field to 192.168.1.55

6. Change the Subnet Mask field to 255.255.255.0

7. All remaining fields on this page should be left empty.

8. Click OK on the remaining windows to apply the changes until all of the windows have been closed.

For Windows Vista users, consider the following steps:

1. Right click on the mouse on the Network icon on the desktop

2. Go to properties and left click on the mouse

3. Find Manage network connections under Tasks on the left side and left mouse click

4. Right click mouse on Local Area Connection

5. Go to properties and left click mouse (Screen will go blank for a few seconds)

6. At this point a window appears asking for your permission to continue, left click on the mouse to continue

7. Left click mouse on Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4)

8. Then left click mouse on Properties

9. Record ANY numbers on this screen for your record if needed

10. Left click mouse on Use the following IP Address button

11. In the IP address window type 192.168.1.55

12. Left click mouse on Subnet mask window, the window should display 255.255.255.0

13. There should be NO other numbers in ANY other window in the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties

14. Left click on the mouse on OK

15. Left click on the mouse on OK or Close

For WINDOWS 7 users:

1. Click on the Start button in the lower left corner

2. Select control panel

3. Select and open Network and Sharing Center

4. Select Change adapter settings

5. Right click on Local Area Connection

6. Go to properties and left click

7. Left click on Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)

8. Left click on Properties

9. Record ANY numbers on this screen for your records if needed

10. Left click on Use the following IP Address button

11. In the IP address window type 192.168.1.50

12. Left click on Subnet mask and you should have 255.255.255.0

13. There should be no other numbers in the TCP/IP properties

14. Left click on OK

15. Left click on Close

Note: If the steps in setting up your PC do not work, contact you IT department concerning your PC, this is a one

time setup.

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4. EQUIPMENT TEST

When all of the cameras, cables, and add-on modules have been installed and when the DVR is connected to your

on-site laptop, the completed setup needs to be tested. To begin the test, ensure the DVR’s storage media is

inserted in the DVR and the lock is turned to the locked position and then turn the vehicle’s ignition to ACC, ON or

RUN position. Starting the vehicle’s engine—and, by extension, the alternator to charge the battery—during the test is

not essential. Ensure that you have direct line-of-sight to the front of the DVR to see the LED indicators.

Note: At the first sign of a hazard/malfunction (electrical fire, smoke) immediately turn the vehicle’s ignition OFF.

The Zeus Series DVR normal boot sequence is as follows:

Sequence

Time Elapsed

[minutes : seconds]

Activity