NavLinkz r.LiNK RL2-DVD900 User manual

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r.LiNK Video-inserter
RL2-DVD900
Compatible with Opel, Chevrolet and Buick
with CD500, DVD600, DVD800, DVD900,
CD600intelliLink and DVD950intelliLink infotainment
Video-inserter for rear-view camera
and two additional video sources
Product features
Video-inserter for factory-infotainment systems
2 CVBS video-inputs for after-market devices (e.g. DVD-Player, DVB-T tuner)
FBAS Rear-view camera video-input
Automatic switching to rear-view camera input on engagement of the reverse gear
Activatable parking guide lines for rear-view camera (not available on all vehicles)
Video-in-motion in drive mode (ONLY for connected video-sources)
Video-inputs NTSC compatible

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Contents
1. Prior to installation
1.1. Delivery contents
1.2. Checking the compatibility of vehicle and accessories
1.3. Boxes and connectors
1.3.1. Video-Interface
1.3.2. CAN box
1.4. Dip-switch settings of the video interface
1.4.1. Enabling the interface’s video inputs (dip 2-3)
1.4.2. Rear-view camera setting (dip 5)
1.4.3. Monitor selection (dips 6-8)
2. Installation
2.1. Place of installation
2.2. Connection schema
2.3. Connection video-interface and CAN box
2.4. Connection CAN box - Quadlock
2.5. Connection to the factory monitor
2.6. Connection video sources
2.6.1. After-market rear-view camera
2.6.1.1. Case 1: CAN box receives the reverse gear signal
2.6.1.2. Case 2: CAN box does not receive the reverse gear signal (e.g. Zafira 2017)
2.6.1.3. Video signal connection of rear-view camera
2.6.2. Connection video source 1 and video source 2
2.6.3. Audio-insertion
2.7. Connecting video-interface and keypad
2.8. Picture settings and guide lines
3. Interface operation
3.1. By “hang up” key
3.2. By keypad
4. Specifications
5. FAQ –Trouble shooting Interface functions
6. Technical support

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Legal Information
By law, watching moving pictures while driving is prohibited, the driver must not be
distracted. We do not accept any liability for material damage or personal injury resulting,
directly or indirectly, from installation or operation of this product. This product should only
be used while standing or to display fixed menus or rear-view-camera video when the
vehicle is moving, for example the MP3 menu for DVD upgrades.
Changes/updates of the vehicle’s software can cause malfunctions of the interface. We
offer free software-updates for our interfaces for one year after purchase. To receive a free
update, the interface must be sent in at own cost. Labor cost for and other expenses
involved with the software-updates will not be refunded.
1. Prior to installation
Read the manual prior to installation.
Technical knowledge is necessary for installation. The place of installation must be free of
moisture and away from heat sources.
1.1. Delivery contents
Take down the serial number of the interface and store this manual for support
purposes: ____________________

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Requirements
brand
compatible vehicles
Navi/radio
Buick
LaCrosse, Regal-
DVD800/CD500
Chevrolet
Cruz, Orlando
DVD900/DVD600
Opel
Astra J, Insignia A, Meriva B and
other vehicles till about model year
2011
DVD800/CD500
Astra J, Cascada, GTC, Insignia A,,
Meriva B, Mokka A and other
vehicles, model years 2012-2013
DVD900, DVD600, DVD650,
DVD950 intellilink, CD600
intelliLink
Limitations
Video only The interface inserts ONLY video signals into the infotainment.
For inserting Audio signals either the possibly existing factory
audio-AUX-input or a FM-modulator can be used. If 2 audio
sources shall be connected to the infotainment, an additional
electronic is necessary to switch them.
Guide lines If the CAN-box does not receive the required information from
the vehicle CAN-bus, the guide-lines will not be supported.
Factory rear-view camera Automatically switching-back from inserted video to factory
rear-view camera only while reverse gear is engaged. To delay
the switch-back time, additional electronics is required.
AV input signal only NTSC compatible
1.2. Checking the compatibility of vehicle and accessories
1.3. Boxes and connectors
1.3.1. Video-interface
The video-interface converts the video signals of connected after-market sources in a factory
monitor compatible picture signal which is inserted in the factory monitor, by using separate
trigger options. Further it reads the vehicle’s digital signals out of the vehicle’s CAN-bus and
converts them for the video interface.

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1.3.2. CAN box
The CAN box reads out the digital signals from the vehicle CAN bus and converts them for
the video-interface.
1.4. Dip-switch settings at the video interface
Some settings must be selected by the dip-switches on the
video interface. Dip position down is ON and position up is OFF.
After each Dip-switch-change a power-reset of the Can-box has to be performed!
See following chapters for detailed information.
Dip
Function
ON (down)
OFF (up)
1
No function
-
set to OFF
2
CVBS AV1-input
enabled
disabled
3
CVBS AV2-input
enabled
disabled
4
No function
-
set to OFF
5
Rear-view cam type
after-market
factory or none
6
Monitor
selection
Try all possible combinations of dip 6-8 to find the best
picture (quality and size)
7
8

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1.4.1. Enabling the interface’s video inputs (dip 2-3)
Only the enabled video inputs can be accessed by switching through the interface’s video
sources. It is recommended to enable only the required inputs. So the disabled inputs will be
skipped while switching through the video interfaces inputs.
1.4.2. Rear-view camera setting (dip 5)
If set to OFF, the interface switches to factory picture while the reverse gear is engaged to
display factory rear-view camera.
If set to ON, the interface switches to its rear-view camera input „Camera-IN“ while the
reverse gear is engaged.
1.4.3. Monitor selection (dips 6-8)
Dips 6-8 are for monitor-specific picture settings which cannot be predicted, as even within
the same head-unit version the monitor specifications may vary. It is necessary to try all
possible combinations while a working video source is connected to the chosen input of the
interface, to see which combination gives the best picture quality and size (some may give
no picture). It is possible to first hot plug through the dip combinations, but if you do not
experience any change of picture after trying all options, retry and disconnected the 6pin
power plug of the video-box between every change of the dip setting.
Note: Dip 1 and 4 are out of function and have to be set to OFF.
2. Installation
To install the interface, first switch off the ignition and disconnect the vehicle’s battery.
Please read the owner`s manual of the car, regarding the battery`s disconnection! If
required, enable the car`s Sleep-mode (hibernation mode)
In case the sleep-mode does not succeed, the disconnection of the battery can be done
with a resistor lead.
If the necessary stabilized power supply for the interface is not taken directly from the
battery, the chosen connection has to be checked for being constantly stabile.
The interface needs a permanent 12V source!
Note: Before a final installation, we recommend a test-run to ensure the compatibility of the
vehicle and the interface. Due to changes in the production of the vehicle manufacturer
there’s always a possibility of incompatibility.
2.1. Place of Installation
The interface is performed to be installed on the backside of the factory monitor and on the
backside of the head-unit.

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2.2. Connection schema

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2.3. Connecting video-interface and CAN box
The CAN box reads out the digital signals from the GM-LAN and converts them for the video-
interface. ACC +12V max. 0.5A (red of 6pin) and reverse gear +12V max. 0.5A (green of 6pin)
constant signal. Video-source switching (white of 6pin) as +12V impulse.
Connect the black female 4pin connector of the 4pin cable to the male 4pin
connector of the CAN box.
Connect white female 6pin connector of the 6pin to 8pin cable to the male 6pin
connector of the video-interface.
Connect black female 8pin connector of the 6pin to 8pin cable to the male 8pin
connector of the CAN box.
Connect red-green drilled cable of the 6pin of 8pin cable to the male 4pin connector
of the video-interface.

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2.4. Connection CAN box - Quadlock
GM-LAN –Pin 28
(alternative Pin 14)
The GM-LAN wire of the
vehicle harness is
Usually green.
+12V Battery –Pin 44
Ground –Pin 38
Connect the 4pin cable to +12V Battery, Ground and GM-LAN at the vehicle’s female
Quadlock connector behind the head-unit, as shown in the picture.
Check LEDs on GM-LAN-box after reconnecting the battery, one must be on. GM-LAN
position can be different on certain vehicles
Note: The CAN box is not compatible with all vehicles. If the CAN box does not receive ACC
to pin2 of the video-interface or blocks the vehicle’s CAN bus, it is possible to install the
interface without the CAN box. In this case see also note in chapter “after-market rear-view
camera”how to connect the interface without the CAN box.
Pin definition female vehicle connector

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2.5. Connections to the factory monitor
Remove factory monitor.
Connect female HSD+2pin connector of the picture signal cable to the male HSD+2pin
connector on the rear-side of the interface.
Remove the female GVIF connector from the rear-side of the factory monitor and
connect it to the male GVIF connector of the picture signal cable.
Connect female GVIF connector of the picture signal cable to the male GVIF
connector of the factory monitor.

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2.6. Connecting video sources
It is possible to connect one after-market rear-view camera and two more AV sources to the
video-interface.
Note: Before a final installation, we recommend a test-run to ensure the compatibility of
the vehicle and the interface. Due to changes in the production of the vehicle
manufacturer there’s always a possibility of incompatibility.
2.6.1. After market rear-view camera
Some vehicles have a different reverse gear code on the Can-Bus, which is not compatible
with the CAN-Box included in the scope of delivery. For this reason there are two
possibilities of installation. If the Can-Box receives the reverse gear signal, the green wire of
the 6Pin to 8pin cable is occupied by +12V, as long as the reverse gear is engaged.
Note: Before testing, please don’t forget to shift the Dip 5 of the Video Interface to ON.
2.6.1.1. Case 1: CAN box receives the reverse gear signal
In case the CAN box receives +12V on the green wire of the 6Pin to 8pin cable while reverse
gear is engaged, the interface switches automatically switch to “Camera IN” input when the
reverse gear is engaged.
In addition the power supply of +12V (500mA max.) of the after-market rear view camera
can be realised by the green wire of of 6pin to 8pin cable.

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2.6.1.2. Case 2: CAN box does not receive the reverse gear signal (e.g. Zafira2017)
If the Can box does not does not receive +12V on the green wire of the 6 to 8pin cable when
reverse gear is engaged (not all vehicles are compatible), an external switching signal from
the reverse gear light is required. As the reverse gear light’s power supply isn’t voltage-
stable all the time, an ordinary open relay (e.g AC-RW-1230 with wiring AC-RS5) or filter (e.g.
AC-PNF-RVC) is required. The diagram below shows the connection type of the relay.
Cut the green cable of 6pin to 8pin cable near the black 8pin connector, isolate the
short end (CAN box side) and connect the longer part of that cable to the output
connector (87) of the relay.
Connect the Reverse light’s power-cable to coil (85) and the vehicle’s ground to coil
(86) of the relay.
Connect the output connector (87) of the relay to the rear-view camera’s power-
cable, like you did it with the green cable before.
Connect permanent power +12V to the relay’s input connector (30).

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2.6.1.3. Video Signal Connection to Rear View Camera
Connect the video cable’s female 6pin connector to the 6pin connector of the video
interface
Connect the video-RCA connector of the after-market rear-view camera to the female
RCA port of the video-interface “Camera IN”.

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2.6.2. Connecting video source 1 and video source 2
Connect 6pin male connector of the video cable to the 6pin female connector of the
video interface.
Connect male RCA connector of video source 1 to the white coloured female RCA
connector „Video IN1“ and connect the male RCA connector of video source 2 to
the yellow coloured female RCA connector „Video IN2“ of video Cable.

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2.6.3. Audio-Einspeisung
This interface can only insert video signals into the factory infotainment. If an AV-source is
connected, audio insertion has to be done by factory audio AUX input or FM-modulator. The
inserted video-signal can be activated simultaneously to each audio-mode of the factory
infotainment.
2.7. Connection Video Interface and external keypad
Connect the external keypad’s female 4pin connector to the male 4pin
connector of the video interface

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2.8. Picture settings and guide lines
The picture settings are adjusted by the 3 buttons on the video-interface. Press the MENU
button to open the OSD settings menu or to switch to the next menu item. Press UP and
DOWN change the selected value. The buttons are embedded in the housing to avoid
accidental changes during or after installation. Picture settings must be done separately for
RGB, AV1 and AV2 while the corresponding input is selected and visible on the monitor. AV2
and CAM share the same settings which must be adjusted in AV2.
Note: The OSD menu is only shown when a working video source is connected to the
selected video-input of the video interface.
The following settings are available:
Brightness
Contrast
Saturation
Position H (horizontal)
Position V (vertical)
GVIF year
UI-CNT = activation of guide lines
Note: If the CAN box does not support the vehicle, the guide-lines cannot be used.
Options:
All ON: Guide lines and PDC will be
displayed.
PDC ON: Only PDC displayed.
Guide ON: Only Guide lines displayed.
ALL Off: Guide lines and PDC will not
be displayed.

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3. Interface operation
3.1. By “hang-up” key
The “hang-up”-button on the steering-wheel can be used to execute interface functions.
Press “hang-up”-button on the steering-wheel longer than 1 sec to switch the video-source.
Each press will switch to the next enabled input. Inputs which are not enabled are skipped.
Switchover by vehicle buttons isn’t possible in all vehicles. In some vehicles the external
keypad must be used.
Note: Alternatively the white wire of the 6pin cable can be used with a +5-12V pulse to
switch the video-sources alternatively.
3.2. By keypad
Alternatively or additionally to the factory infotainment buttons the interface’s external
keypad can be used to switch the enabled inputs.
4. Specifications
BATT/ACC range 7V - 25V
Stand-by power drain 3mA
Power consumption 167mA
Video input 0.7V - 1V
Video input formats NTSC
Temperature range -40°C to +85°C
Dimensions video-box 113 x 22 x 107 mm (W x H x D)
Dimensions CAN-box 73 x 22 x 42 mm (W x H x D)

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5. FAQ –Trouble shooting Interface functions
For any troubles which may occur, check the following table for a solution before requesting
support from your vendor.
Symptom
Reason
Possible solution
No picture/black
picture (factory
picture).
Not all connectors have been
reconnected to factory head-
unit or monitor after
installation.
Connect missing connectors.
No power on CAN-bus box (all
LED CAN-bus box are off).
Check power supply of CAN-bus box. Check CAN-bus
connection of CAN-bus box.
CAN-bus box connected to
CAN-bus in wrong place.
Refer to the manual where to connected to the CAN-
bus. If not mentioned, try another place to connect to
the CAN-bus.
No power on video-interface
(all LED video-interface are
off).
Check whether CAN-bus box delivers +12V ACC on red
wire output of 8pin to 6pin cable. If not cut wire and
supply ACC +12V directly to video-interface.
No picture/black
picture/white picture
(inserted picture) but
factory picture is OK.
No picture from video source.
Check on other monitor whether video source is OK.
No video-source connected to
the selected interface input.
Check settings dips 1 to 3 of video interface which
inputs are activated and switch to corresponding
input(s).
LVDS cables plugged in wrong
place.
Double-check whether order of LVDS cables is exactly
connected according to manual. Plugging into head-
unit does not work when the manual says to plug into
monitor and vice versa.
Wrong monitor settings of
video-interface.
Try different combinations of dips 7 and 8 of video-
interface. Unplug 6pin power after each change.
Inserted picture totally
wrong size or position.
Inserted picture double
or 4 times on monitor.
Inserted picture
distorted, flickering or
running vertically.
Video sources output set to
AUTO or MULTI which causes
a conflict with the interfaces
auto detection.
Set video source output fixed to PAL or NTSC. It is best
to set all video sources to the same standard.
If error occurs only after
source switching: Connected
sources are not set to the
same TV standard.
Set all video sources to the same standard.
Some interfaces can only
handle NTSC input.
Check manual whether there is a limitation to NTSC
mentioned. If yes, set source fixed to NTSC output.
Inserted picture b/w.
Inserted picture qual.
bad.
Picture settings have not been
adjusted.
Use the 3 buttons and the interface's OSD to adjust the
picture settings for the corresponding video input.
Inserted picture size
slightly wrong.
Inserted picture
position wrong.
Camera input picture
flickers.
Camera is being tested under
fluorescent light which shines
directly into the camera.
Test camera under natural light outside the garage.
Camera input picture is
bluish.
Protection sticker not
removed from camera lens.
Remove protection sticker from lens.

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Symptom
Reason
Possible solution
Camera input picture
black.
Camera power taken directly
from reverse gear lamp.
Use relay or electronics to "clean" reverse gear lamp
power. Alternatively, if CAN-bus box is compatible
with the vehicle, camera power can be taken from
green wire of 6pin to 8pin cable.
Camera input picture
has distortion.
Camera input picture
settings cannot be
adjusted.
Camera input picture settings
can only be adjusted in AV2
mode.
Set dip 3 of video-interface to ON (if not input AV2 is
not already activated) and connect the camera to AV2.
Switch to AV2 and adjust settings. Reconnect camera
to camera input and deactivate AV2 if not used for
other source.
Graphics of a car in
camera input picture.
Function PDC is ON in the
interface OSD.
In compatible vehicles, the graphics will display the
factory PDC distance. If not working or not wanted, set
interface OSD menu item UI-CNTRL to ALLOFF.
Chinese signs in
camera input picture
Function RET or ALL is ON
(function for Asian market) in
the interface OSD.
Set interface OSD menu item UI-CNTRL to ALLOFF or
PDCON.
Not possible to switch
video sources by OEM
button.
CAN-bus interface does not
support this function for
vehicle.
Use external keypad or cut white wire of 6pin to 8pin
cable and apply +12V impulses for AV-switching.
Pressed too short.
For video source switching a longer press of about 2.5
seconds is required.
Not possible to switch
video sources by
external keypad.
SW-version of interface does
not support external keypad.
Use OEM-button or cut white wire of 6pin to 8pin
cable and apply +12V impulses for AV-switching.
Interface does not
switch to camera input
when reverse gear is
engaged.
CAN-bus interface does not
support this function for the
vehicles.
Cut the green wire of the 6pin to 8pin cable and apply
+12V constant from reverse gear-lamp signal. Use
relay to "clean" R-gear lamp power.
Interface switches
video-sources by itself.
CAN-bus interface
compatibility to vehicle is
limited.
Cut the grey wire of 6pin to 8pin and isolate both
ends. If problem still occurs, additionally cut the white
wire of 6pin to 8pin cable and isolate both ends.
6. Technical Support
Please note that direct technical support is only available for products purchased directly
from NavLinkz GmbH. For products bought from other sources, contact your vendor for
technical support.
NavLinkz GmbH
distribution/tech dealer-support
Eurotec-Ring 39
D-47445 Moers
Tel [phone]
Email [email protected]
10R-03 5384
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