Rear view safety RVS-77540 User manual

BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM
Installation and
User Guide
RVS-77540

BIRD'S EYE VIEW CAMERA SYSTEM
Contents
Introduction..........................................................................................................................................41.
Installation Principles...........................................................................................................................42.
2.1. Installer Qualifications..........................................................................................................4
2.2. Positive Switch Signals Required ........................................................................................4
2.3. Reverse Wiring.....................................................................................................................4
2.4. Turn Signal Wiring................................................................................................................4
System Package..................................................................................................................................83.
3.1. Component List....................................................................................................................8
3.2. Optional Shrouds for Specific Mounting Requirements.......................................................8
Installation Diagram............................................................................................................................114.
Electronic Control Unit (ECU)........................................................................................................... .125.
5.1. ECU Installation Locations................................................................................................ 10
5.1.1. ECU Installation Requirements............................................................................ 11
5.1.2. Installing the ECU ................................................................................................ 12
Installing the Push-button Remote Control (optional) ...................................................................... 157.
Installing Cameras............................................................................................................................ 168.
8.1. Determining Camera Locations ........................................................................................ 16
8.2. Installing Side Cameras Below Mirrors............................................................................. 17
8.2.1. Selecting Symmetrical Side Camera Locations................................................... 18
8.2.2. Under Mirror and Door Mount Option .................................................................. 19
8.2.3. Removing Mirror Glass ........................................................................................ 20
8.2.4. Mounting Cameras on Doors............................................................................... 21
8.3. Camera Installation Procedure ......................................................................................... 23
8.3.1. Camera Assembly................................................................................................ 24
Connecting to Signals and Power.................................................................................................... 259.
Testing and Calibration .................................................................................................................... 2510.
Connecting to a DVR (optional)........................................................................................................ 2611.
Installing in Fleet Vehicles................................................................................................................ 2712.
12.1. Conventional School Buses.............................................................................................. 28
12.2. Conventional Transit Buses.............................................................................................. 29
12.3. Para Transit or Short School Buses ................................................................................. 30
12.4. Fire Trucks........................................................................................................................ 31
Using the System ............................................................................................................................. 3213.
Specifications ................................................................................................................................... 3414.
Warranty........................................................................................................................................... 3515.
Contact Rear View Safety................................................................................................................. 3616.
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1. Introduction
This guide describes how to install and use the inView 360 Around Vehicle Monitoring
system. inView 360 provides drivers with a real-time, 360-degree picture of the area around
their vehicle to eliminate blind spots, help improve pedestrian safety, prevent vehicle
damage, and avoid liability costs.
For a description of how the system works, please see section 13 “Using the System” on
page 32.
2. Installation Principles
2.1. Installer Qualifications
Installation of the inView 360 Around Vehicle Monitoring system is for certified personnel
only. For more information, contact Seon Service and Support (please see the back page of
this guide for details).
The installation process involves drilling into the exterior of a vehicle to mount cameras.
Ensure you read this document carefully, and verify the correct mounting locations prior to
drilling.
Important: The installed system will not operate correctly until it has been calibrated. For
more information, see the inView 360 Calibration Guide included with the
product Installation and Calibration kit.
Check that you received all system components (for more information, see section 3.1 on
page 6), and inspect the units for any scratches or damage before installing.
2.2. Positive Switch Signals Required
The three signal attachments must be positive switching inputs, the Electronic Control Unit
(ECU) cannot accept a negative switching signal. The signals must be clean and not multi-
purpose. In many new commercial fleet vehicles the body control module (BCM) decides
when vehicle lighting turns on and off. While this has some efficiency in the scheme of
things, it does alter how we test for the correct wire.

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2.3. Reverse Wiring
The reverse signal is typically straightforward: connect to the wire that shows 12v when the
reverse lever is activated and reverse lights come on.
We highly recommend that a vehicle operator assists whenever testing the reverse signal to
ensure control of the vehicle.
2.4. Turn Signal Wiring
The left and right turn signal wiring can be somewhat different in newer commercial
vehicles. There is no longer a requirement to have the rear turn signals a different color
(amber) than the brake lights (red) - they may all simply be red. This fact, combined with the
addition of a Body Control Module, allows the vehicle manufacturer to use the left and right
turn wires to display a brake signal, simply by activating them both at the same time. This
also allows the use of a single bulb and a single wire to do both. The ECU can detect and
ignore when both left turn and right turn signals are active at the same time, but it cannot
detect either turn signal independently.
Therefore, when applying the brake and activating a turn signal while navigating a turn, the
turn would go undetected, as the brake has already applied 12v to both left turn and right
turn:

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The correct attachment point to a vehicle wired in this manner is to the front turn signal
lights, as there is no brake output to those lights:

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3. System Package
The typical contents are shown below (actual contents for your system may vary, depending
on the options selected):
3.1. Component List
This identifies the components in the image that follows:
1. Electronic Control Unit (ECU), 4screws
(SD Card for calibration not included)
2.
3. Power connection cables,fuses and fuse holders (1A, 3A)
4. Monitor video-incable toconnect toECU
5. Reverse signal wire
6. Left and right signal wires
7. INTERFACE harness
8. VIDEO harness
9. POWER harness
10. Remote controller button and extension cable (optional)
11. Video output cables to monitor and DVR (optional)

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12. Camera extension cables (x4)
13. Camera, mounting plates, covers, drill template and screws (x4)
14. Screw covers (2 per camera)

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3.2. Optional Shrouds for Specific Mounting Requirements
While the inView 360 Around Vehicle Monitoring system ships with a standard commercial
kit as shown above, the following shrouds may be used in particular installations.
These mounting shrouds are special order only and do not come as part of the standard
package.
The optional shrouds are plastic, while the shrouds included in the standard commercial kit
are all metal.

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4. Installation Diagram

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5. Electronic Control Unit (ECU)
5.1. ECU Installation Locations
When deciding on a mounting location for the ECU, ensure you take into account that the
calibration process will require access to each side of the unit:
•to insert and remove the SD card
•to plug and unplug the power connector
Install it in a covered, dry, but accessible location. Also consider cable lengths when laying
out the location of the unit.
Keep in mind the length of the monitor cable, as it isn’t shipped with a video cable extension,
and the supplied video cable will need to reach the ECU from the monitor position.
Here are a few ideal locations:

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5.1.1. ECU Installation Requirements
Ventilation
Install the ECU away from any sort of heat outlet, heater, or AC
blower.
Do not operate the ECU in a closed-in area or restrict ventilation in
any way.
The ECU requires air circulation to maintain optimum operating
temperature and provide best performance.
Do not expose the ECU to moisture.
Secure surfaces
Do not mount the ECU to a plastic panel or other surface that
cannot support the ECU’s weight or is subject to constant
vibration.
Mounting
orientation
The ECU can be installed horizontally, vertically, or upside down.
Clearance around
the ECU and
(optional) DVR
Allow sufficient clearance: at least six (6) inches in front of the ECU
and two (2) inches on each side for removal of the security front
cover and easy access to the hard drive and USB ports.
Allow sufficient clearance behind the DVR for power, signal, and
camera cables.
Power, Signal,
Camera cables
Provide enough slack on the power cable to prevent any force
from being exerted on the connectors.
A single 4-inch diameter loop is sufficient.
Avoid right angle bends in the Ethernet cables.

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5.1.2. Installing the ECU
Install with SD card (UPDATE) slot accessible, and leave room to connect cables in the back.
1. Choose a location as described above, and use the unit to mark drill positions.
2. Drill screw holes.
3. Mount the ECU with 4 screws, supplied with an optional install plate for easier
removal if needed.

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7. Installing the Push-button Remote Control (optional)
The remote controller has a blue button and a 1x2 connector for the extension cable, which
then connects to the BUTTON (1x4 male) connector on the INTERFACE harness.
1. Choose a location on the switch panel.
2. Drill a 7/16” hole.
3. Thread the switch through the hole.
4. Tighten the nut to the underside of the switch.
5. Connect to the extension cable.
6. Run the extension cable to the ECU.
7. Connect the cable to the 1x4 BUTTON connector on the ECU INTERFACE harness.

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8. Installing Cameras
8.1. Determining Camera Locations
Important: Confirm that camera positions will capture the required video before drilling
holes in the vehicle.
1. Attach the cameras temporarily with tape or velcro.
2. Connect them to the ECU and power on the system.
3. Calibrate the camera views in the Seon Calibration software (for details, see the
inView 360 Calibration Guide included with the product Installation and
Calibration kit).
4. When positions are confirmed, install the cameras.
The cameras see a 150 degree range of video. They need to be mounted as high up and as
close to the centers of the vehicle sides as possible for maximum view overlap during the
calibration stage.

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8.2. Installing Side Cameras Below Mirrors
All four cameras in the Seon package are the same, and require 150 degrees of unimpeded
view from a parallel perspective of the vehicle. The view must not include side mirrors.
This is critical in placing the cameras, as shadowing can occur if the camera image that would
typically capture the ground is catching the protruding side mirrors, as in the case shown
below. The effect tends to produce parallel lines (shadow lines) in the calibrated software,
and it gives an undesirable appearance.
The first step in understanding camera placement for a 360-degree view system is to
recognize the range of the cameras being installed: the effective angle range of the inView
360 cameras is 150 degrees parallel to the side of the vehicle.
Imagine inverting a protractor and placing it on top of the vehicle image. This will give a close
estimate to help you choose where to look for an acceptable place to mount the camera.
As a rough template, we recommend you make a simple template similar to the pink version
pictured above, cut it out and simply lay it on an image of the vehicle. If you do not have an
image, you can take a picture on your smart phone.
This isn’t meant to be an exact measurement of where to place the camera to avoid mirrors -
it is to give you an idea of the areas that should work.

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When working on a new vehicle for the first time, the cameras should be temporarily
attached to the vehicle, and the side images examined to determine if the camera image can
see the side mirrors. The rule of thumb is typically that the shorter a vehicle is, the lower the
cameras may need to be to avoid the mirrors in the image.
Once potential areas for side camera placement are established, the next step is to look at
both sides of the vehicle and find areas that are an option.
8.2.1. Selecting Symmetrical Side Camera Locations
Side camera locations must be symmetrical to calibrate the system.
While the driver’s side of the van pictured above appears to have a lot of options, the
passenger side has far fewer. The passenger side has a sliding door, and all electrical
connections are made into this door by contacts when the door is closed.
The section beyond this door toward back is also unacceptable as a mounting location, as
the door slides over this area, and would likely hit a camera mounted there. Therefore, the
only symmetrical position available would be somewhere on or within the forward green
section, or underneath the mirrors.

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All four cameras must be mounted at the furthest point toward the outside of the vehicle
body as possible while minimizing image capture of the vehicle itself or protruding
equipment, to avoid shadowing.
8.2.2. Under Mirror and Door Mount Option
While the under-mirror mount does appear to solve some shadowing issues created by body
panel mounting, it is not for a novice installer.
It requires disassembling the door panel, removing and disassembling mirror housings,
running wiring through the door into the vehicle, and in some cases dealing with moles in
the doors.
Do not attempt the above, unless you are experienced at this level.
This application is not possible in all types of power or standard mirrors: the mirror itself
should meet the criteria below before it is determined that placement is viable:

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•The mirror must have adequate extra space inside the mirror housing.
•The mirror must be flat on the bottom, and have enough surface area to
allow for mounting the cover. A 1 1/8” (28mm) diameter hole is required to
accommodate the camera.
•The mirror housing must have a pathway to run the camera cable wiring.
•Some door wiring is connected at the jam with a large Molex; the customer
must be OK with an alternate (possibly less attractive) routing for this cable.
The first step in installing cameras in mirrors is to remove the glass from the mirrors.
This can be a daunting task, and rarely are two models alike. It is glass that is being
unclipped, and it can be broken care is not taken.
The mirror glass will be attached most often with 4-6 tiny clips, similar to what is
pictured above. These clips are plastic and can be broken easily. It is recommended
that attempting to pry the glass off not be done in a cold environment, as the plastic
is far more brittle at lower temperatures.
8.2.3. Removing Mirror Glass
1. Get under the mirror and tilt the glass all the way in at the top, exposing as much
area as possible; if you can, identify a small rectangular area between the glass
and the round plastic turret that the clips are hanging on to.
2. Using a large flat head screwdriver, slide the tip in the rectangular area and
attempt to gently pry the mirror free. Be sure to hold the mirror as you are doing
this.

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If the mirror does not pop free easily, do not force it.
3. Examine the mechanism further and consider if a different pry location might be
better.
4. Once the glass has been detached, proceed to removing the interior door panel
and the outside mirror housing.
5. If there is adequate room to drill the hole and mount the camera into the bottom
of the housing without impeding the motor, tilt mechanism, or manual cable,
then proceed with mounting the camera into the mirror.
The camera itself must be parallel to the side of the vehicle.
A common mistake is thinking screw holes in the under-mirror mount are 90
degrees perpendicular to the side of the vehicle – they are not.
8.2.4. Mounting Cameras on Doors
If you determine that under-mirror mounts are not an option and the side cameras must go
on the front door area, the standard industrial shrouds can be used to do this.
A thorough examination of the inside of the door, the window, window travel, and door
mechanism must be made when choosing a location for the side cameras.
An incorrect location can very easily lead to windows being ruined and/or scratched,
mechanisms being impeded, and wires being frayed or just snapped off all together. We
recommend plugging window switches back in and testing the up and down motion with the
door panel off prior to drilling any holes.
Regardless of whether the camera is mounted under the mirrors or in the door body, the
wiring must feed into the vehicle.

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Typically this is done through the existing rubber door boot. While it is typically not easy to
get extra wiring through this boot, it can usually be done. A more significant challenge often
comes at the door side of the boot. Many domestic manufacturers have opted to install a
Molex plug at this end.
Determine if there is enough empty space available in the plug to drill and slide the camera
wiring through. If not, you must find an alternate location to run the wiring into the vehicle.
This could mean drilling a new hole in the door jam to accommodate the wire entry.
It is imperative to find a location to minimize the frequent motion stress this wire will be
under. It is also very important that any wiring entering the vehicle body drop below the
entry point of the vehicle. If the wire strings into the vehicle downward without a ‘drip loop’,
water will follow the wire into the vehicle.
Upon reassembly of the Molex back into the vehicle, ensure all electrical door items are
operational.