Radio Engineering Industries Digital BUS-WATCH SD40 User manual

Digital BUS-WATCH®
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Digital
BUS-WATCH®
SD40
710292
Hardware User Manual
Hardware Installation Manual

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents.............................................................................................................. 2
List of Figures.................................................................................................................... 4
Introduction....................................................................................................................... 6
System Overview............................................................................................................ 8
Front and Back Panels .................................................................................................... 9
Remote Control............................................................................................................. 11
Initial Set Up................................................................................................................. 14
Removable SD Card ..................................................................................................... 14
DVR Loading and Unloading............................................................................................... 14
SD Card Record Times......................................................................................................... 16
Long Term Storage............................................................................................................... 17
Installation....................................................................................................................... 18
System Wiring –Power and Camera Cables................................................................ 18
External Record Indicator / Event Mark Button Harness............................................. 20
GPS Antenna Module Harness ..................................................................................... 21
Vehicle Sensor Options Harness................................................................................... 22
Speedometer Harness Wiring Instructions ........................................................................... 23
Vehicle Sensor Options Harness Vehicle Connections........................................................ 23
On-Screen Information with Vehicle Sensor Options Harness ............................................ 24
Accelerometer Module Harness................................................................................. 25
Physical Mounting Requirements ............................................................................. 26

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L Bracket Mounting.............................................................................................................. 26
Security Cover Mounting ..................................................................................................... 27
Camera Placement ........................................................................................................ 28
Typical Camera Lens Viewing Angles................................................................................. 31
Recording & Playback.................................................................................................... 33
System Start-Up............................................................................................................ 33
System Shut-Down ....................................................................................................... 33
Playback Options .......................................................................................................... 34
Menu Configuration ....................................................................................................... 35
Installers Mode Page..................................................................................................... 35
Main Menu Page........................................................................................................... 36
Setup Menu........................................................................................................................... 37
System Setup Menu .............................................................................................. 37
Video Setup........................................................................................................... 46
Input Setup............................................................................................................ 52
Network................................................................................................................. 60
Play Back.............................................................................................................................. 64
Video Search......................................................................................................... 65
DVR Firmware Upgrading ............................................................................................ 71
Front Panel USB Firmware Upgrade............................................................................ 71
Ethernet Firmware Upgrade.......................................................................................... 71
Specifications................................................................................................................... 72

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List of Figures
Figure 1: SD40 Expanded System Overview ..................................................................... 8
Figure 2: Front Panel Layout.............................................................................................. 9
Figure 3: Rear Panel Layout............................................................................................. 10
Figure 4: DVR Remote Control........................................................................................ 11
Figure 5: Remote Control Button Description.................................................................. 12
Figure 6: Remote Control Navigation Arrows.................................................................. 12
Figure 7: Remote Control Numeric Input Keys................................................................ 13
Figure 8: Removable Hard Drive Module Loading and Unloading................................. 15
Figure 9: System Wiring –Power and Camera Cables..................................................... 19
Figure 10: External Record Indicator / Event Mark Button Harness Connection............ 20
Figure 11: GPS Antenna Module Harness Connection .................................................... 21
Figure 12: Vehicle Sensor Options Harness Connection.................................................. 22
Figure 13: Accelerometer Module Harness Connection................................................... 25
Figure 14: 3 Axis Inertia Sensor Directions ..................................................................... 25
Figure 15: L Bracket Mounting ........................................................................................ 26
Figure 16: DVR Dimensions ............................................................................................ 26
Figure 17: Security Cover Mounting................................................................................ 27
Figure 18: Camera Connection and Placement................................................................. 28
Figure 19: Potential Single and Two Camera Placement Options.................................... 29
Figure 20: Potential Multiple Camera Placement Options ............................................... 30
Figure 21: 4mm Lens Angles............................................................................................ 31
Figure 22: 8mm Lens Angles............................................................................................ 32
Figure 23: Connecting to the DVR with a Computer through the Ethernet Connection.. 34
Figure 24: Installers Mode................................................................................................ 35
Figure 25: Main Menu...................................................................................................... 36
Figure 26: System Setup................................................................................................... 37
Figure 27: Device Info...................................................................................................... 38
Figure 28: Device History................................................................................................. 39
Figure 29: System –Time/Date........................................................................................ 40
Figure 30: Custom DST Triggers ..................................................................................... 41
Figure 31: Operating Mode............................................................................................... 42
Figure 32: Schedule Menu................................................................................................ 43
Figure 33: System –Utility Menu .................................................................................... 44
Figure 34: System –Password Protection ........................................................................ 45
Figure 35: Video Setup..................................................................................................... 46
Figure 36: Camera –Record Settings............................................................................... 47
Figure 37: Custom Record Settings.................................................................................. 48
Figure 38: Sub-streaming.................................................................................................. 49
Figure 39: System –Live Video Settings......................................................................... 50
Figure 40: OSD Settings................................................................................................... 51
Figure 41: Input Setup ...................................................................................................... 52
Figure 42: Sensor Input..................................................................................................... 53
Figure 43: Auto-download Settings.................................................................................. 54

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Figure 44: Accelerometer Threshold................................................................................ 55
Figure 45: Temperature Threshold ................................................................................... 56
Figure 46: Speed Threshold.............................................................................................. 57
Figure 47: Alarm Settings................................................................................................. 58
Figure 48: Audible Settings .............................................................................................. 59
Figure 49: Network........................................................................................................... 60
Figure 50: Ethernet Settings.............................................................................................. 61
Figure 51: Wi-Fi Settings.................................................................................................. 62
Figure 52: 3G Network Settings....................................................................................... 64
Figure 53: Play Back Function ......................................................................................... 64
Figure 54: Video Search Page........................................................................................... 65
Figure 55: Files List Page................................................................................................. 66
Figure 56: Files List Page Extra Function ........................................................................ 67
Figure 57: Event Search Function..................................................................................... 68
Figure 58: Event List Page................................................................................................ 69
Figure 59: Event List Page Extra...................................................................................... 70

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Introduction
All of us at Radio Engineering Industries, Inc. would like to thank you for
purchasing a Digital BUS-WATCH® surveillance system. This manual is intended to
provide the user with the information required for proper installation, initial setup and
explanation of the individual programming options. If you have any questions, or need
assistance, please call:
SERVICE HOT LINE
USA & CANADA
1-877-726-4617 Toll Free
1-402-339-2200
The SD40 is a cost effective, fanless, embedded mobile DVR solution supporting
up to 4 camera inputs. This system features a unique compact rugged design engineered
to meet the demands of harsh mobile environments. The SD40 mobile DVR features the
latest technologies including H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Compression, dual
streaming technology, and all solid state construction.
Features
●Ultra compact extruded aluminum housing, low weight, high temperature
and vibration resistant
●Low-voltage, low-current architecture designed for harsh mobile environments
●Removable SD Cards with tamper-resistant lock and secure controls
●All DVRs fully support NTSC and PAL, Fahrenheit and Celsius, KM/H and
MPH
●Communications are supported through a TCP / IP network interface and a
USB connection to PCs
●Each DVR comes with a hand-held IR remote control with on-screen display
(OSD) for configuration and control of the DVR
●4 channels for video input, full-motion (30 FPS / camera) continuous video
recording and display. 4 channels for high-fidelity, digitally recorded, 4
independent synchronized audio channels matched to 4 independent video
channels
●Secure, constant recording while system is powered with event bookmarks for
easy event searching
●Utilizes H.264/MPEG-4 Advanced Video Compression for high video quality,
low storage requirements, and long record times
●User-selectable settings for quality and audio record enable / disable for each
video channel
●Multi-level password protection for settings, playback, remote access, and more

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●Integrated and filtered power supply for cameras, sensors, relays and other
accessories
●Selectable idle frame rate with event-triggered burst recording speeds up to
30fps / camera
●Multiple alarm inputs with selectable pre-alarm and post-alarm recording
●Full event logging of every operation controlled by the DVR
●TV output channel for recorded and live videos
Video Viewing
●DVD-quality steaming audio / video channel with independent NTSC or PAL
television output
●Convenient SD card, USB, or TCP / IP media updating and status file
downloading
●Award winning Live View and Play Back PC Software
Video Retrieval and Archiving
●Ethernet port on the rear panel for easy video retrieval on the vehicle with a
notebook computer
●Two sets of video and audio outputs for monitor viewing on the vehicle
●USB 2.0 connection for fast file transfer utilizing USB flash drives
●Easy to use PC-based software application for playback, file transfer, archiving
management, and video file format conversion
●Vehicle management PC software interprets audio, video, and vehicle data for
driver and vehicle use assessment
●Video event search software allows intelligent searching of video based on
event information
Supplemental Data and Driver Management Modules
●External GPS antenna module for embedded digital information of GPS
location, speed, heading, and time
●External 3-axis inertia sensor for embedded digital information or trigger of
video-matched motion events for accident reconstruction

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System Overview
VIDEO
AUDIO
VIDEO MONITOR
750207 COLOR
VARIOUS LENS
SIZES AVAILABLE
COMPUTER
(OPT)
*CAMERA CABLES
SD40 MOBILE DVR SYSTEMS
OUTDOOR WEDGE
OR
DOME
OR
CAMERAS
INDOOR WEDGE
SD40 DVR
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DIGITAL BUS-WATCH System Diagram
(VARIOUS LENGTHS AVAILABLE)
HR-SERIES
OR
VEHICLE SENSOR HARNESS (OPT)
ALARM/PANIC CABLE
511986 - 20 FT.
512209 - 20 FT.
GPS RECEIVER
POWER
TRIGGER SENSORS
GPS
USB
FLASH
DRIVE
REAR
VIEW
R
REMOTE
(OPT)
530068 3 FT.
ETHERNET CABLE (OPT)
512359
512023 - 40 FT.
512208- 50 FT.
512025 - 40 FT.
512024 - 20 FT.
AFTERMARKET
OEM
2.4 GHz
210121
WIRELESS BRIDGE
710163
802.11G
DVR
530073
ANTENNA CABLE
ANTENNA
750243
FRONT CAP KIT
(OPT) (OPT)
REAR CAP KIT
750244
VIEW
FRONT SD CARDS
16 GB - 690632
32 GB - 690633
530068
NETWORK
CABLE
AUDIO CABLE
(OPT)
ADAPTOR
110468
690565
4.5 INCH
530018
CABLE 3FT.
PROTABLE
MONITOR
CAM
1
**ADD CAMERA SWITCH DEVICE (710030)
IF MORE CAMERA INPUTS NEEDED
750252 SD40 BRIDGE KIT
KIT (OPT)
17 FT.
832101
MB1
3 FT.
POWER
TRIGGER SENSORS CA M 1 CAM2 CAM 3 CAM 4 ETHERNET
POWER 12V OUT GPS ACC
UseREI Approved SD Card Only
BUS-WATCH
SD
LOSS
VID
ALM
OUT
VIDEO
UNLOCK
R
HTR REC
PWR SD
USB2.0
FULL
SD
AUDIO
FAULT
OUT
REI APPROVED SD CARDS
AUD
IN
710277
ACC
710143
ACCELEROMETER MODULE
710214
POWER CABLE
16-1/2 FT.
512378
BUS-WATCH DVR, SD40
ETHERNET CABLE
(COMES w/832101)
POWER CABLE
(COMES w/832101)
832200
ANT
IGN
12V SW
GROUND
CELL 1
2
CAM 3 CAM 4 CAM
Figure 1: SD40 Expanded System Overview

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Front and Back Panels
7SD CARD DOOR LOCK
REMOTE I.R. SENSOR
LED STATUS INDICATORS, (8 INDICATORS)
USB 2.0 CABLE CONNECTION
SD CARD SLOT (DOOR CLOSED)
VIDEO OUTPUT CONNECTOR
AUDIO OUTPUT CONNECTOR
3
5
6
4
1
2
FRONT PANEL LAYOUT
4
13
2
Use REI Approved SD Card Only
BUS-WATCH
SD
R
UNLOCK
7
AUDIO
OUTOUT
VIDEO
LOSS
VIDHTR REC FULL SD
ALMPWR SD
USB 2.0
FAULT
5
6
Figure 2: Front Panel Layout

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SENSORS (VEHICLE SENSOR CABLE CONNECTION)
TRIGGER (ALARM/PANIC CABLE CONNECTION)
ETHERNET CABLE CONNECTION
CAMERA INPUTS (CAM 1-4 )
VIDEO OUTPUT CONNECTION
GPS (GPS RECEIVER CONNECTION)
ACC (ACCELEROMETER MODULE CONNECTION)
ACCESSORY POWER
POWER CABLE CONNECTION
AUDIO OUTPUT CONNECTION
11
15
17
16
13
14
12
9
10
8
11
ACCPOWER
8 9 10
12V OUT GPS
1312
15
REAR PANEL LAYOUT
1617
TRIGGER CAM 2CAM 1
SENSORS
14
CAM 4CAM 3 ETHERNET
Figure 3: Rear Panel Layout

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Remote Control
REMOTE
7
1
2
8
3
4
5
9
10
11
12
6
Figure 4: DVR Remote Control

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1POWER Turn DVR On/Off
LABEL FUNCTIONI.D.
2"1" through "4" Select Camera
3NEXT Volume UP
4REW Playback Function, X2, X4
5PREV Volume DOWN
6
LOGIN/LOCK Access Menu
7
"0" Quad Screen
8
ENTER Installers Mode
9
FWD Playback Function, X2, X4
10
SETUP Menu
11
EXIT Exit
Numeric
12
Playback Functions
Figure 5: Remote Control Button Description
Use the ARROW keys to
move between selections,
input fields and icons. Press
ENTER to select and EXIT to
return. NEXT and PREV is
also used to increase or
decrease volume.
NAVAGATION ARROWS
Figure 6: Remote Control Navigation Arrows

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NUMERIC INPUT KEYS
Use the numbers to input
values in the system setup
screen or switch through the
channels in live and playback
modes.
Figure 7: Remote Control Numeric Input Keys

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Initial Set Up
The Digital BUS-WATCH® system will operate prior to any user setup with the
default settings. However, it may not show the correct time and date (factory set to
Central Standard Time). To set the correct date and time, and program the system
operation to your requirements, please refer to the Menu Configuration section of this
manual.
When accessing the menu, it is necessary to connect a video monitor to the video
jack on the front or back of the unit. REI recommends our battery-powered 7-inch Color
LCD monitor, P/N 690554.
Removable SD Card
DVR Loading and Unloading
Inserting the SD Card: Turn the SD card key to the unlocked and off position. Slide
the SD card door to expose SD card slot. Insert the SD card into the slot all the way,
release, and verify it is locked in place. Close SD card door and turn the SD card key
to the locked and on position, as shown in Figure 8 on Page 15.
Removing the SD Card: Turn the SD card key to the unlocked and off position. Slide
the SD card door to expose SD card slot. Eject SD card by pressing it all the way then
release. Gently remove the SD card from the slot.
Note: The Digital BUS-WATCH® SD40 will not function properly if the SD card key
is in the unlocked or off positions. If there is no SD card present in the slot but the key
is in the locked and on position, the Digital BUS-WATCH® will still power up
normally, the menus can be accessed, etc.; however, the unit will not be able to record
any video.

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Unlock door
Use REI Approved SD Card Only
BUS-WATCH
SD
R
UNLOCK
Slide door open
to access Card slot
Figure 8: Removable Hard Drive Module Loading and Unloading

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SD Card Record Times
1 Camera with a 32GB SD Card (in Hours)
D1
FPS
Quality
30
15
8
4
2
1
1
30
60
112
225
451
902
2
40
80
150
300
601
1202
3
50
100
187
375
750
1501
4
60
120
225
451
902
1804
5
68
136
256
513
1026
2052
6
76
153
288
577
1154
2309
7
85
171
320
641
1282
2565
8
96
192
360
721
1443
2886
HD1
FPS
Quality
30
15
8
4
2
1
1
48
96
180
360
721
1443
2
64
128
240
481
962
1924
3
80
160
300
601
1202
2405
4
96
192
360
721
1443
2886
5
109
219
412
824
1649
3295
6
123
246
461
923
1847
3694
7
136
273
513
1026
2052
4105
8
153
307
577
1154
2309
4618
CIF
FPS
Quality
30
15
8
4
2
1
1
76
153
288
577
1154
2309
2
102
205
384
769
1539
3078
3
128
256
481
962
1924
3848
4
153
307
577
1154
2309
4618
5
175
351
659
1319
2639
5278
6
197
394
740
1480
2960
5950
7
219
439
824
1649
5920
6597
8
246
492
923
1847
3694
7389
7389 hours = 307 days of constant 24 hour recording

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Long Term Storage
Although the Digital BUS-WATCH® systems draw very little current in the
stand-by mode, if the systems are installed but not used for an extended period of time
(longer than 2 weeks) it is recommended that the power be disconnected from the
DVR to avoid draining the vehicle battery. The DVR internal clock will hold time and
date for up to 10 years sitting on a shelf, and the daylight saving time functions will
kick in upon re-initialization when power is applied.

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Installation
System Wiring –Power and Camera Cables
Note: All cables should be hidden from view.
For the basic system (shown in Figure 9 on Page 19), there are five cables,
one power (P/N 512002 –16 Feet, or 512001 –35 Feet) and 4 camera (P/N 510993
or any different length cable). For external record indication and alarm/event
marking, the record indicator / event mark button harness (P/N 511986) is available
(shown in Figure 10 on Page 20). The GPS harness (P/N 710144) is used for
satellite location and movement information (shown in Figure 11 on Page 21). For
additional vehicle monitoring, the BUS-WATCH® vehicle sensor options harness
(P/N 512008) is available.
Connect the camera(s) using cable P/N 510781, or equivalent. There is no specific
orientation for camera cables to be installed. If multiple types of cameras are installed in
a single system, be careful to note which cameras are located where. Use lenses with
more magnification (8mm) to bring objects closer. Use lenses with less magnification
(4mm) for wide angle viewing.
Connect power using cable P/N 512002, or equivalent. The black wire connects to
the negative terminal of the battery. The white wire (labeled 12V Battery) connects
directly to the positive terminal of the battery. The white wire should be fused at 10
Amps see Figure 9.
WARNING
DISCONNECT VEHICLE BATTERY VOLTAGE BEFORE INSTALLING
System WIRING
WARNING
DISCONNECT POWER TO THE DIGITAL BUS-WATCH® BEFORE
JUMP STARTING VEHICLE
WARNING
INSTALL DVR HORIZONTALLY. USE EXTERNAL SHOCK AND
VIBRATION DAMPENING IF NEEDED.

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Connect Camera Switching Devices (P/N 700462 or 710030) as needed for
multiple camera systems.
If the System operates in the Manual Record Mode, connect the red wire (labeled
12V SW), to the switched side of the ignition switch. The red wire should be fused at 1
A. The red wire does not need to be connected if the system is in Timer Record Mode,
however, best practices should include this connection in case DVR configuration is
changed in the future.
POWER
TRIGGER
VIEW
REAR
ETHERNETCAM 4CAM 3CAM 2CAM 1
SENSORS
ACCGPS12V OUTPOWER
IGN
VIA IGN SWITCH
TO BATTERY
TO BATTERY
(UNSWITCHED)
YEL
BLK
RED
512359 SD40 DVR POWER CABLE 16-1/2 FT.
SWITCH MAY BE VEHICLE IGNITION
OR USER INSTALLED TOGGLE SWITCH
CAM
1
BUS-WATCH DVR, SD40
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HR-SERIES
EXTERIOR
DOME
WEDGE
INTERIOR
WEDGE
CAM
2CAM
3CAM
4
*Connect WHITE wire DIRECTLY to the positive
terminal of the battery.
*Connect BLACK wire DIRECTLY to the negative
terminal of the battery.
System Wiring
Note: White wire fused @ 7A (1-6 Cameras), 10A for more cameras; Red wire fused @ 1A.
Figure 9: System Wiring –Power and Camera Cables

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External Record Indicator / Event Mark Button Harness
TRIGGER
BUS-WATCH DVR, SD40
VIEW
REAR
ACC12V OUTPOWER GPS
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ETHERNET
SENSORS CAM 1 CAM 3CAM 2 CAM 4
TRIGGER
ALARM/PANIC CABLE
OEM
512024 - 20 FT.
512025 - 40 FT.
512023 - 40 FT.
511986 - 20 FT. AFTERMARKET
Figure 10: External Record Indicator / Event Mark Button Harness Connection
The optional Digital BUS-WATCH® external record indicator / event mark
button harnesses come in 2 different types of switches, both in 2 different lengths. The 2
types of switches are OEM and aftermarket. The OEM switch is rectangular and fits into
a standard size dashboard knockout. The aftermarket switch is round, for easier
installation in vehicles without spare switch knockouts. All of the cables plug into the
same port on the back of the DVR. See Figure 10 for connection illustration.