Coban EDGE User manual

COBAN EDGE
Installation Manual
Revised 3/8/2012
11375 W. Sam Houston Parkway S. #800
Houston, Texas 77031
Tel: [phone] or 281-277-8288
Fax: [phone]
http://www.cobantech.com

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Table of Contents
Introduction.....................................................................................................................................................................3
Warnings and Safety Issues..........................................................................................................................................4
Tools and Electrical Parts List ......................................................................................................................................6
Standard System Components .....................................................................................................................................7
EDGE CPU......................................................................................................................................................................7
EDGE Monitor.................................................................................................................................................................7
EDGE Primary Camera...................................................................................................................................................7
Wireless Microphone.......................................................................................................................................................8
Mobile Drive ....................................................................................................................................................................8
Wireless Microphone Receiver .......................................................................................................................................8
EDGE Smart Power Unit ( SPU )....................................................................................................................................8
Mounts .............................................................................................................................................................................9
CPU Mount......................................................................................................................................................................9
Visor Camera Mount .......................................................................................................................................................9
Monitor Mount .................................................................................................................................................................9
Electrical Hardware ......................................................................................................................................................10
Cables and Extensions - Details .................................................................................................................................11
CPU Installation Prep work..........................................................................................................................................12
Plywood Deck Mount...........................................................................................................................................12
Locate an appropriate space on the Trunk Deck for mounting the Smart Power Module..................................12
Tray Mount ..........................................................................................................................................................13
CPU Installation.............................................................................................................................................................14
Front Camera Installation ............................................................................................................................................16
Ford Crown Victoria Monitor Installation...................................................................................................................18
2010 Dodge Charger Monitor & Camera Installation.................................................................................................19
Tahoe Monitor Installation...........................................................................................................................................24
2012 Chevy Caprice Monitor Installation ...................................................................................................................29
Wireless Microphone Receiver Installation ...............................................................................................................33
Cable Routing................................................................................................................................................................34
Wiring Diagram .............................................................................................................................................................35
Power, Ground and Ignition.........................................................................................................................................36
Tapping to Strobe Pack or Control Head for Light Bar Signal.................................................................................37
Optional COBAN Accessories.....................................................................................................................................38
Drivers License Card Reader........................................................................................................................................38
Crash Sensor ................................................................................................................................................................38
GPS...............................................................................................................................................................................39
Fixed Mount Antenna with Low Loss Cable (for Wireless Upload)...............................................................................39
MDT Integration.............................................................................................................................................................39
Wide Angle Camera......................................................................................................................................................40

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Introduction
COBAN manufactures state-of-the-art Mobile Data Computers and Digital Video Recording Equipment for use in the
Public Safety, Utility and Military community. In addition to innovative mobile computing devices and digital video
technology, COBAN employs the latest communication, database, and storage technologies to deliver complete and
scalable solutions to our customers, regardless of the size of the agency.
Due to variations in vehicles, Agency equipment requirements, and the placement of existing equipment, every
installation in a Public Safety Vehicle is unique. This Manual assumes, and illustrates, installations in Ford Crown
Victoria, Chevy Impala, Silverado, Tahoe, Caprice as well as Dodge Charger and Magnum.
The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. COBAN Technologies reserves the right to
make changes to this product, has no obligation to update or keep current the information contained within, and
assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions that may be present in this document.
Manual Name: COBAN Technologies – EDGE Hardware Installation Manual
Issue Date: March 08, 2012
Company Information: COBAN Technologies®Incorporated
11375 W. Sam Houston Parkway S. #800
Houston, Texas 77031
Tel: [phone] or 281-277-8288
Fax: [phone]
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL COBAN TECHNOLOGIES BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGES
RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS MANUAL.
FOR HELP WITH ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING INSTALLATION OR THE USE OF THIS MANUAL, PLEASE
CONTACT COBAN SUPPORT AT: 281-561-2570

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Warnings and Safety Issues
Failure to properly install, operate, and care for the COBAN System can increase the risk of ELECTRIC
SHOCK or FIRE. Failure to properly install and secure the COBAN System in accordance with this manual
can increase the risk of any component becoming dislodged from its mounting structure and may possibly
result in SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH to the VEHICLE PASSENGERS, or DAMAGE TO THE COBAN SYSTEM.
Do not expose any Component of the COBAN System to Liquid or Moisture.
-Do not install this apparatus near water or expose it to rain, moisture, chemicals, and dripping or splashing
liquids of any type
-Do not clean the COBAN System with water, liquid cleaners, solvents, or aerosols
Prevent the COBAN System from overheating.
-Do not block any Ventilation Openings
-Install in a well ventilated area
-Do not place the COBAN System near any soft surface that may block ventilation openings
-Do not install near any heat sources or any apparatus that produces heat
Stay away from DANGEROUS VOLTAGE inside the COBAN System; DO NOT take the COBAN System Apart.
-Contact with energized parts inside the COBAN System can cause SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from
ELECTRIC SHOCK
-Do not attempt to service, modify, repair, or tamper with the COBAN System
-Refer all Servicing to the COBAN Customer Service Department or COBAN Authorized Service Personnel
Avoid damaging any electrical Wires or Cables.
-Protect the Cables from being stepped on or pinched, particularly at Plugs, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus
-Do not jerk, knot, sharply bend, or otherwise abuse the Cables
-Do not expose Cables or electrical Wiring to sources of Heat
-When connecting and disconnecting Plugs, PULL ON THE PLUGS, DO NOT PULL ON THE CABLE, and be
sure to check the alignment of the Pins for damage prior to plugging them in
-Arrange all Connectors and Cables so that passengers are not likely to trip over them or accidently pull on them
as they move around, or enter and exit the vehicle
-If any Cable or Wire becomes damaged in any way, immediately discontinue use of the COBAN System and call
the COBAN Customer Service Department or COBAN Authorized Service Personnel
Only use COBAN approved and authorized Attachments, Accessories, and Peripherals.
Always disconnect the Vehicle Battery Ground Lead prior to installing any Component.
Always remove the fuse at the 12v positive Battery Terminal before Jump-starting or Charging the Battery
while it is still in the Vehicle
The USER acknowledges and understands that the installation of after-market equipment in motor vehicles
can compromise a vehicle's safety-related design characteristics, including but not limited to:
-Airbags, including but not limited to potential obstruction of airbag deployment;
-Front and Rear Passenger compartments, including but not limited to potential for ergonomic problems, physical
obstacles, etc.
-Trunk/gas tank protection, including but not limited to the potential for trunk-mounted equipment to exacerbate
tank vulnerability in a rear collision.

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COBAN shall bear no liability whatsoever for any claims, expenses, losses or costs relating to the safety of any
equipment provided hereunder or the safety of any installations thereof.
Digital Video Surveillance Systems, including in-vehicle systems, offer new functionality and added convenience, but
they may also introduce some unique security and privacy exposures. These exposures include, but are not limited
to, policies and operating procedures related to: a) the capture, transfer, and management of digital images; b) the
use of these digital images in legal proceedings; and c) the use of these digital images for other purposes.
Numerous techniques are available that may mitigate some of these unique security and privacy risks, including
ensuring that security reliance is not placed solely on the system, and that the system and resulting images are used
only in compliance with comprehensive department policies and standard operating procedures. The USER
acknowledges and understands that the USER is solely responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining
appropriate Security and Privacy Policies and operating procedures for the system(s) described in this SOW, and
ensuring on-going compliance with them.
COBAN shall bear no liability whatsoever for, and the USER hereby fully, irrevocably and unconditionally release
COBAN and its successors and assigns from, any claims, expenses, losses, or costs relating to the USER’s use of
the materials, system or services provided by COBAN hereunder, including any claims based on the content of any
information captured on any video recorder provided hereunder. The USER will be solely responsible for any and all
such claims made against COBAN which are based on the USER’s use of the materials, system or services provided
by COBAN hereunder,
The USER acknowledges and agrees that COBANs performance hereunder does not include any obligation to
provide testimony or other evidence of any kind in any legal, regulatory, administrative or other proceeding excluding
subpoenas issued by judge or court of law. In the event that COBAN is requested by the “Department or the USER”
to be the expert witness to provide testimony or any evidence of any kind in connection with its performance
hereunder, whether required by the USER or any other third party, the USER agrees to pay COBAN’s time and
materials rates plus COBAN’s actual expenses incurred in the provision of such testimony or evidence.

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Tools and Electrical Parts List
COBAN DOES NOT supply Tools and Materials for installations. Due to the uniqueness of every installation, COBAN
cannot predict exactly what tools, electrical connectors, or hardware may be necessary for each individual
installation. COBAN provides a connector kit and hardware kit that includes the basic connectors and hardware for
most installs, however this may not cover every installation. It is recommended that the installing technicians have a
ready supply of these basic tools and supplies on hand:
8” x 12”x 3/4" thick - plywood
Liquid Nail™ adhesive (this brand only)
Power drill (12V minimum)
Drill bits (various sizes)
5/16”driver bit
#20 Torx™ bit
7/16”” socket with ratchet (full socket set is recommended)
7/16”” wrench
Adjustable wrench
Phillips screwdriver
Wire cutters
Wire crimpers
3/4” antenna hole saw
Razor knife
Windproof lighter (for shrink terminals)
Wire fish
Electrical tape
Silicone sealant (to seal grommet in firewall, after wire is run through it)
Assortment of fuses
16AWG stranded primary wire
14AWG stranded primary wire
Various sizes of cable zip ties
Various sizes of wire loom
Various sizes and types of electrical connectors
Note: COBAN requires the use of shrink type connectors only for waterproofing purposes; please remember to apply
heat to shrink the ends of the connectors. Failure to shrink these connectors as prescribed may result in VOIDING
THE COBAN WARRANTY if there is exposure to corrosion or moisture in these electrical connections.
WARNING: The use of “Vampire Clips” and “Scotch Locks” is NOT ALLOWED by COBAN due to frequent failure
and connectivity degradation over time, and said use thereof will VOID THE COBAN WARRANTY, unless the
following criteria are followed explicitly:
-Only allowed when used to tap into the vehicle factory wire harness
-Only 3M™ brand T-taps and spades are allowed
-Allowed for use to tap into only the factory wire harness of the brake sensor circuit, gunlock sensor circuit, and
door sensor circuits
In addition to the installation of these specified taps, each connection will be further secured by wrapping with
electrical tape, cold shrink tape, or heat shrink tubing.

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Standard System Components
EDGE CPU
Physical
Dimensions - 7.0” (w) x 3.0” (H) x 8.0” (D)
Processor - Intel® Atom® processor 1.6 GHz
DRAM - 1GMB RAM
Operating
System - Microsoft Windows Embedded
PCMCIA Slot - None
Serial Port - (2) RS-232 serial ports
GPS, radar gun, magnetic strip reader,
RF modem, fingerprint device, wireless
communication device, etc.
10/100/1000
Network Port: - (2)10/100/1000 BaseT LAN Port
USB Port - (4) USB Ports
Digital I/O - (8) digital inputs and (8) digital outputs
Operating
Temperature - -20°C ~ 60°C
Storage
Temperature - -30°C ~ 70°C
Power Supply - Power supply input range 9V ~ 16V DC
with built-in uninterrupted power supply
(UPS)
EDGE Monitor
Model - 5.7” sun light readable touch screen with
LED
Touch Screen - Glove friendly, touch screen monitor
Max. Color - 32 bits
Pixels - 640 (W) x 480 (H)
Viewing Angle - +/- 45°
Contrast Ratio - > 18
Surface
Treatment - Anti-glare and hard coating
Input - VGA
Operating
Temperature - 0°C ~ 50°C
EDGE Primary Camera
Manufacturer - Sony
Digital Zoom - 10X optical zoom and 4X digital zoom
Communicatio
n - High speed serial communication
Lux 0.25 lux
Operating
Temperature - -20°C
Features - Programmable customer preset function
- Auto iris, real time light compensation
- Optional covert low-lux rearview camera

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Wireless Microphone
Modulation
Mode - Bi-directional digital spread spectrum (DSS)
Frequency - 902 ~ 928MHz
Operating
Range - 1000 ft
Battery - Rechargeable Li-Ion battery
Air Time - 8 ~ 10 hours of continuous operation
Standby Time - 14 ~ 16 days
Microphone - Integrated internal microphone
Channels - 20 channels with automatic
synchronization
Mobile Drive
Removable
Storage - 40GB(Std)/80GB auto grade hard drive 32GB/64GB/128GB industrial grade
solid-state disk (optional)
Vibration - Random 10-2000 Hz 16.3G(X,Y,Z)
Shock 1,500G/0.5ms, 50G/ 11ms
Operating
Temperature - -40°C ~ 85°C
Storage
Temperature - -40°C ~ 100°C
Interface - USB 2.0
Physical
Dimensions - 6” (W) x 5” (H) x 1.75” (D)
Capacity - MPEG1: 600MB/hr 352 X 240
MPEG2: 1.2GB/hr 704 X 480
MPEG4: 300-400 MB/hr
Wireless Microphone Receiver
EDGE Smart Power Unit ( SPU )

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Mounts
CPU Mount
Visor Camera Mount
Monitor Mount

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Electrical Hardware
Closed In-Line ATC Fuse Housing w/15a Fuse
Rated for up to 30a, with no less than 14g
connection wire
Used to Fuse:
12v Power at Battery
Heat Shrink Butt Connectors
(4) 16g-14g Blue
(1) 12g-10g Yellow
Used to Connect:
Inline Fuse
Power Distribution Wire Harness
Splice at Light Bar Control Head
Ring Terminals
(2) 5/16" - 16g-14g
Used to Connect:
12v Battery Power
Battery Ground
9 Pin Power Distribution Wire Harness
(adheres to “MNSTAR Enforcer Harness-C27”)
Note: The installation technician will need to match the above wire type and
color scheme when installing the system.
Pin ID Wire Size
(AWG) Wire Color Wire Marking Circuit Function
#1 14 Red PWR 12V 12V Power
#2 16 Orange IGN 12V Ignition Input
#3 14 Black GND Ground
#4 16 White CAM BRK Auxiliary #1*
#5 16 Green CAM GUN Auxiliary #2*
#6 16 Yellow CAM STR LBR 12V Light bar/Strobe Input*
#7 16 Blue CAM SPR Auxiliary #3
#8 16 White/Black SPKR 12V Sire Speaker Load*
#9 16 White SPKR COM Siren Speaker Common*
*Optional functions (to be determined by Department Fleet Manager

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Cables and Extensions - Details
All Cables and Extensions running between Components are color coded at the plug for easy identification.
Black – CPU to LCD
Blue – CPU to Optional 2nd Detached Camera
Green – CPU to Primary Camera
Red – CPU to Receiver

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CPU Installation Prep work
The CPU and Smart Power Module should be mounted directly on the pullout tray in the trunk. If there is no tray
available; the Components should be mounting on a piece of plywood at least three quarter inch (3/4”) thick, which
could be glued to the Deck above the fuel tank.
Note: COBAN Technologies WILL NOT takes responsibility for a DAMAGED FUEL TANK if units are installed by a
Third Party Contractor or Fleet Personnel.
Plywood Deck Mount
Locate an appropriate space on the Trunk Deck for
mounting the Smart Power Module.
WARNING: The Installation Technician MUST
ensure that the installation of the CPU mount does
not in any way compromise the integrity of the
vehicle’s Fuel Tank. Be sure that the fastening
screws are not longer than the thickness of the
Plywood. Use the recommended glue, as fast drying
glues become brittle, and can easily vibrate loose
from the Deck surface.
1. Remove carpet and apply adequate amount of
Liquid Nail to the mounting surface.
2. Press a piece of plywood (minimum 3/4”thick)
firmly onto the glue.

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3. Replace the carpet over the plywood, and allow
sufficient time for the glue to set.
WARNING: Liquid Nail™ requires 8 hours to set,
and 24 hours to completely cure. It is not
recommended to release the vehicle back into
service before the full curing time has been reached.
LIQUID NAIL™ IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND
SHOULD NOT BE EXPOSED TO OPEN FLAME
OR SPARKS BEFORE THE FULL CURING TIME
HAS BEEN REACHED.
Tray Mount
1. Set the CPU Mount onto the sliding tray and
mark the position for pilot holes.
2. Use a
5/16” metal drill bit to drill the four pilot
holes in the sliding metal tray.
3. Secure the CPU mount to the sliding metal tray
using four (4) ½” self tapping screws.

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CPU Installation
1. Slide the CPU into the CPU Mount and secure it
in place using four ¼ -20 x ½” hex head bolts
with nylon threaded nuts.
2. The four ( 4 ) ¼ -20 x ½” hex head bolts with
nylon threaded nuts slide into the grooves in the
railing of the CPU and secure it to the CPU
Mount.
3. Tighten the four ( 4 )¼ -20 x ½” hex head bolts
with nylon threaded nuts with a crescent wrench
and ensure that the CPU is secured in place.
4. Install the SPM into the bracket located above
the CPU.
5. Install and tighten four (4) ¼ -20 x ½” hex head
bolts with nylon threaded nuts with a crescent
wrench to secure it in place.
6. Plug the red and black wire connector from the
SPU into the UPS connector plug on the back of
the CPU.
7. Plug the 9-pin Molex connector into the 9-pin
connector plug.
8. Plug the CPU Mount fan unit USB into a USB
port located on the front or rear panel of the
CPU.

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Front Camera Installation
The camera mount installation procedure described in the following steps was captured during the installation of the
EDGE system in an overhead/visor orientation in a Ford Crown Victoria. Different installation procedures will need to
be followed for installation of the EDGE system on other types of vehicles. For more information please contact
COBAN Technologies for more details on your specific vehicle type and orientation.
CAUTION: COBAN Technologies will not assume any responsibility or liability in the event that any type of damage is
caused to the windshield by a third party installer during the installation process.
Note:
1. Remove the screw from the passenger side Visor
Clip.
2. Use the passenger side Visor Clip to temporarily
secure the Camera Mount.
3. Secure the Camera Mount to the headliner with
the two (2) provided 1 ¼” self tapping screws.

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4. Secure the Camera to the Camera Mount with
the supplied ¼ - 20 x ½” bolt and washer.
5. Ensure that the zoom switch is correctly situated
in the Camera Mount Arm so it can be activated
by the driver.
6. Ensure there are enough slack on the cable to
allow camera rotation.

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Ford Crown Victoria Monitor Installation
1. Use four (4) provided 10-32 X
3
/
8
” Phillips pan
head screws to secure the monitor mount to the
back of the EDGE monitor.
2. Align Monitor Mount between the two visors;
secure the mount with four (4) provided #10-16
x 1 ¼” self tapping screws.
3. To ensure a solid mount, make sure the monitor
mount is screwed onto the support beam.
4. Secure and zip ties the cable to the mount.
Please ensure there are enough slack on the
cable to allow rotation of the monitor. Ensure
there are enough slack on the cable to allow
monitor rotation.
Note: The monitor mount provides three possible
mounting positions on the camera mount, forward,
middle, and back. Choose the position that best fits
the needs of the vehicle and user when installing.

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2010 Dodge Charger Monitor & Camera Installation
The camera mount installation procedure described in the following steps was captured during the installation of the
EDGE system in an overhead/visor orientation in a Dodge Charger. Different installation procedures will need to be
followed for installation of the EDGE system on other types of vehicles. For more information please contact COBAN
Technologies for more details on your specific vehicle type and orientation.
CAUTION: COBAN Technologies will not assume any responsibility or liability in the event that any type of damage
is caused to the windshield by a third party installer during the installation process.
1. Remove the overhead dome light compartment
by pulling it straight downward.
2. Remove the screw securing the dome light
compartment.

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3. Disconnect the cable to the dome light.
4. Remove both visor clips to release the dome
light compartment.
5. Disconnect the cable and remove the dome light
compartment.
6. Re-install both visor Clips.