Brigade Backeye 360 Select User manual

Installation Guide 4647B
Backeye®360 Select
Installation Guide
Please be sure to read and understand this manual before you perform any
installation or calibration of this system.

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Table of Contents
1Introduction......................................................................................................................................................................3
1.1 System Functionality................................................................................................................................................3
1.2 Screen layouts.........................................................................................................................................................3
2System Components........................................................................................................................................................4
2.1 BN360-ECU-10........................................................................................................................................................4
2.2 BN360-100C (4 cameras)........................................................................................................................................4
2.3 BN360-10H-01.........................................................................................................................................................4
2.4 BN360-VBV-L4015 ..................................................................................................................................................4
2.5 BN360-CP-01 (Set-Up & View Select Button) .........................................................................................................4
2.6 BN360-100C-FIX (Fitting Kit)...................................................................................................................................4
2.7 BN360-LXXX (Camera Cables) ...............................................................................................................................4
3Calibration Tools..............................................................................................................................................................5
3.1 BN360-CT-01 Brigade SD Calibration tool ..............................................................................................................5
3.2 BN360-CAL-MAT Calibration mats (4 of).................................................................................................................5
3.3 Backeye®360 Select USB.......................................................................................................................................5
4Hardware Installation .......................................................................................................................................................6
4.1 Cameras (4 of).........................................................................................................................................................6
4.1.1 Normal mounting position................................................................................................................................6
4.1.2 Potential increased angle.................................................................................................................................6
4.1.3 Horizontal mounting.........................................................................................................................................7
4.2 Camera mounting Height.........................................................................................................................................7
4.3 Cabling.....................................................................................................................................................................8
4.4 ECU .........................................................................................................................................................................8
4.5 Monitor.....................................................................................................................................................................8
5Initial System Power Up And Test ...................................................................................................................................9
6Calibration......................................................................................................................................................................10
6.1 Calibration Environmental......................................................................................................................................10
6.2 Camera Image Collection ......................................................................................................................................10
6.3 Setting up the SD Card for calibration ...................................................................................................................11
6.4 Running the PC program.......................................................................................................................................12
6.5 Opening the Configuration file ...............................................................................................................................13
6.6 Opening the image files.........................................................................................................................................14
6.7 Calibration Control Points......................................................................................................................................14
6.8 Surround View Preview..........................................................................................................................................15
6.9 Surround View adjustments...................................................................................................................................16
6.10 Loading Vehicle overlay.........................................................................................................................................19
6.11 Camera view adjustment (Standard system only) .................................................................................................19
6.12 Parking Guide (Standard system only)..................................................................................................................20
6.13 LUT Version...........................................................................................................................................................21
6.14 Creating Surround view data for download to ECU ...............................................................................................22
6.15 ECU Upload...........................................................................................................................................................22
7Checking System Functionality......................................................................................................................................24
7.1 Good calibration.....................................................................................................................................................24
7.2 Bad calibration.......................................................................................................................................................24
8DSP Upload...................................................................................................................................................................25
9Version Information Screen ...........................................................................................................................................27
10 System Drawing.............................................................................................................................................................28
11 ECU & Camera Dimensions ..........................................................................................................................................29
11.1 ECU .......................................................................................................................................................................29
11.2 Cameras ................................................................................................................................................................29
11.3 Brackets.................................................................................................................................................................30
11.3.1BN-360-100C-BKT03.....................................................................................................................................30
11.3.2BN360-100C-BKT02......................................................................................................................................30
11.3.3BN360-100C-BKT03C ...................................................................................................................................30
11.3.4BE-360-CD.....................................................................................................................................................30
12 USB Stick Content .........................................................................................................................................................31
13 SW Revision History ......................................................................................................................................................32

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1Introduction
The Brigade Backeye®360 Select Camera Monitor System provides a simulated plan view of the vehicle and its
surroundings, as if a camera were mounted high overhead above the vehicle along with individually selectable
views to the rear, front , left and right. This enables the driver to see all around the vehicle by looking at a single
monitor. However, this ‘surround’ view is formed by cameras mounted on the vehicle. As such, the composite
view is not a true overhead plan view and objects will appear distorted due to the physical locations of the
cameras. Also, in regions where the views from adjacent cameras are combined, objects (pedestrians,
vehicles etc.) may appear distorted, or partial, since the image comes from two cameras pointing in
different directions. Due to the nature of the system, objects may not appear exactly as their real location
with respect to the vehicle; objects may be physically closer than they appear. In particular, objects above
ground level, may be closer than they appear and could be out of view. Drivers should, however, be alerted to
the presence of potential hazards.
It is imperative that Brigade Backeye®360 Select is fitted and commissioned by competent and trained technicians.
The installer is responsible for the fitness for purpose of the overall system and adheres to relevant regulations and
legislation. Operators of the vehicle to which the Brigade Backeye®360 Select system is fitted must be made fully
aware of how to interpret the images provided by the system so they will not be distracted by or rely completely on
it. Distraction can cause accidents.
The system is intended to aid the operator, who must still concentrate on operating the vehicle, obey traffic and
local regulations and continue to use his/her own training, senses and other vehicle aids, such as mirrors, as would
be done if the system were not in place. Nothing removes the responsibility of the operator to operate the vehicle in
a proper and lawful manner.
1.1 System Functionality
The system provides the driver/operator with a synthesized ‘birds-eye’ image of the vehicle using four ~185°
cameras typically mounted on the front, sides and rear of the vehicle.
The Standard System is also capable of presenting different views to the driver. If required these views are shown
automatically without driver initiation, this can be achieved by connecting the ECU’s trigger inputs to suitable
vehicle signals, e.g.: reverse gear, turn signals etc (the speed signal input is not currently used). These can also be
selected manually with the View Select Button (refer to section 2.5).
There is an optional Full Screen version of the system which will display the synthesized ‘birds-eye’ image as a full
screen only (this option requires ECU software to be updated see section 8). When the system is set up for Full
Screen the View Select button and triggers have no functionality.
1.2 Screen layouts
Standard System
Full Screen System
Full screen view only

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2System Components
2.1 BN360-ECU-10
The ECU is the interface between all of the cameras and the
monitor.
2.2 BN360-100C (4 cameras)
The cameras comprise of the camera attached to a mounting bracket
and a camera housing that covers the camera and its bracket.
2.3 BN360-10H-01
The 40 pin system cable includes all inputs and outputs to the
ECU. Trigger inputs are labelled accordingly. See System
Drawing for more information in section 10.
2.4 BN360-VBV-L4015
The video output cable is connected to the 40 pin system cable and
provides connection to the monitor via a Select/Essential connector.
2.5 BN360-CP-01 (Set-Up & View Select Button)
The Set-Up & View Select button is used for calibration and selecting output
image. (The standby button is not used during normal operation, but is
needed for calibration See Calibration process in section 6). The Set-Up &
View Select Button does not have to be mounted for driver to use.
2.6 BN360-100C-FIX (Fitting Kit)
This consist of self-tapping screws, machine screws and
nuts & screw caps
2.7 BN360-LXXX (Camera Cables)
The cables are available in a number of lengths
Length
2.5m
5m
10m
15m
20m
Model No.
BN360-L1025
BN360-L105
BN360-L110
BN360-L115
BN360-L120
Part No.
4499
4498
4496
4495
4493

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3Calibration Tools
3.1 BN360-CT-01 Brigade SD Calibration tool
Used for transferring data between the ECU and PC from data saved on an SD card. (An SD Card reader may be
required)
3.2 BN360-CAL-MAT Calibration mats (4 of)
These mats are aligned around the vehicle for camera calibration.
3.3 Backeye®360 Select USB
The USB contains all documentation, software and support files required to install and calibrate the system. Refer
to section 12 for USB contents. For the latest USB contents please contact Brigade Electronics.
Backeye®360 Select Calibration Software (supplied on the Backeye®360 Select USB)
This is the software used to calibrate the system. The software must be loaded to a PC that the installers will use to
calibrate the system see Calibration process in section 6.

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4Hardware Installation
4.1 Cameras (4 of)
The cameras are mounted flush to the body using the fixing points shown in section 11.2. The fixing kit contains 8
self-tapping screws to mount the cameras; these will need to be replaced with M4 machine screws and nuts on
some heavy duty applications. It is recommended that the cameras are soft mounted (temporarily fixed) to evaluate
the camera view before hard mounting them. The camera cables have grommets fitted to exit the back of the
camera and pass through a 13mm hole drilled in the mounting surface. The cameras are then connected to the
extension cables with IPX7 screw fit connectors. The camera cables are then routed to the ECU.
If it is not possible for the cable to exit from the underside of the camera
housing an exit can be made through the rear of the camera housing
using the camera grommet.
Camera positioning
The cameras are designed to be mounted on a vertical surface to give correct alignment of the image. The vehicle
body should occupy approximately 10% of the image at the bottom in the centre. In some cases the angle of the
cameras will need to be addressed. This will involve either using one of Brigade’s universal mounting brackets see
section 11.3 or fabricating suitable brackets to adjust the angle of the cameras to give the 10% occupancy of the
image. See examples below.
It is recommended that the cameras are fitted as symmetrically as possible, i.e. front and rear cameras central &
inline and the side cameras central & inline. In some cases the cameras cannot be fitted in this way, it will not stop
the system from operating normally after calibration, but may result in distortion of the image at the camera
extremes.
Cameras that are not mounted symmetrically may make the calibration process more difficult.
4.1.1 Normal mounting position
Camera mounted to a vertical surface
Vehicle body occupies approximately 10% of the image
4.1.2 Potential increased angle
camera mounted to angled surface
Vehicle body does not occupy 10% of the image in the
centre

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brackets can be used to correct camera angle
Vehicle body now occupies approximately 10% of the image
in the centre
4.1.3 Horizontal mounting
Cameras can be mounted under slung on a horizontal plane. When mounted in this orientation the camera needs
to be rotated through 180° on its mounting bracket. Additional drain holes should be made in the lower corner of
the camera housing.
Additional drain holes in lower corner
Camera in its default position
Camera rotated through 180° on its bracket (remove two
larger screws rotate the camera and refit)
4.2 Camera mounting Height
The mounting height of the cameras is crucial to the performance of the system. The minimum mounting height will
be dependent on a number of variables i.e. the length of the vehicle, the position of the cameras etc. As long as the
cameras are able to provide a view of the calibration grid see section 6.1 the system will calibrate but the overall
performance may not be deemed suitable. The height of the camera will affect the perspective of objects not at
ground level in the surround view. If the system is calibrated objects at ground level should be displayed correctly
only objects at height are affected by the cameras mounting height.
1m long pole below a camera mounted at 1.8m
Full length of pole seen from a top view perspective
1m long pole in front of a camera mounted at 0.6m
part of pole seen from a side view perspective

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4.3 Cabling
Camera cables should be run in conduit and along suitable cable runs throughout the vehicle. Avoid running cables
with vehicle power cables to prevent possible interference. To prevent cable damage Always Allow a reasonable
radius when folding excess cable and do not over tighten cable ties. Note: 13mm hole required to pass connectors
through.
4.4 ECU
The ECU should be mounted in a location free from moisture and excessive heat.
Note: the ECU body does generate some heat during normal operation.
System connection
Refer to the vehicle manufacturers bodybuilder guidelines for installation procedures and connectivity in all
applications. Ensure the power and ignition connections are fused at source. For system connectivity, refer to
System Drawing section 10. trigger connections are optional and have no function when the system is configured
for full screen use. Note the speed trigger input currently has no function and should be left disconnected.
4.5 Monitor
The monitor should be fixed in a suitable location for the operator and in line with any current
legislation/regulations. Monitors may need to be rotated through 90° when the system is configured for Full Screen
use.
Standard System displayed on a monitor in
Landscape position
Full Screen System displayed on a monitor
in landscape position
Full Screen System with monitor in portrait position

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5Initial System Power Up And Test
Turn on the vehicle ignition and check the image output on the monitor.
Each cameras single view can be checked by pressing the View Select
button on the Set-up & View Select button.
Connecting the calibration tool (without SD card) will put the system into full screen mode, where the cameras can
be viewed better. Scroll through each camera by pressing the view select button on the Set-up & View Select
button to check the views are unobstructed and all calibration grid reference points can be seen. Each camera is
named in the top left corner of the display, Front Camera, Rear Camera etc.
Note: ‘WARNING' will be displayed on the monitor until a calibration has been completed for the first time.

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6Calibration
6.1 Calibration Environmental
A minimum 2m perimeter is needed around the vehicle.
The floor needs to be a flat surface as calibration may not be possible if the ground is uneven.
The calibration pattern is made up of four triangles positioned as shown in Calibration pattern and vehicle
alignment below.
Calibration pattern and vehicle alignment
The calibration mats located to the front and rear of the vehicle should be squared using the crosshairs printed on
each mat and laid horizontal to the front and rear. The pattern should be spaced so that the vehicle is centered.
The image below is for indication purposes only and the dimensions for reference. Note: The more accurately the
pattern is laid the better the results will be. Always make sure the cameras can see the reference points as shown
below. Each camera must see two target mats and all three points of each triangle. The closer the mats are to the
cameras the easier and more acurate the calibration will be.
It is recommended that the mats are positioned approximately on the ground and checked before accurately
aligning the mats.
Recommended alignment tools: Chalk line or Laser.
The calibration specifications may vary depending on vehicle.
G1=G3 & G2=G4
6.2 Camera Image Collection
It is recommended to format the SD card prior to starting each calibration.
With the ignition OFF, connect the calibration tool to the ECU and turn the ignition ON (the monitor will display the
full screen image of the front camera) then insert the SD Card to the calibration tool.
At this point check that you do not have anything blocking the triangle points required for calibration see section
6.1, by scrolling through each full screen camera view see section 5.
Press and hold the View Select button for 3 seconds and release.