Velvac Road-iQ User manual

Road-iQ VideoData Server
Installation Manual

INSTALLATION MANUAL
Road-iQ VideoData Server
Part Number: X3683
Revised 2/27/2015 P a g e | 2
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
The purpose of this Installation Manual is to give you an in depth understanding and installation process of your new
Road-iQ system. It also includes an overview of product specifications information pertaining to the tablet interface.
For more guides or for additional information please visit www.road-iq.solutions/GettingStarted.
© 2016 Velvac Inc. All rights reserved.
Road-iQ Version: 1.0 Published: Februrary 2016
Road-iQ is a registered trademark of Velvac Inc.
Information in this user guide is subject to change without prior notice.

INSTALLATION MANUAL
Road-iQ VideoData Server
Part Number: X3683
Revised 2/27/2015 P a g e | 3
SAFETY NOTES
The DVD video display of the in-dash unit will not operate while the vehicle is moving. This is a safety feature to prevent
driver distraction. Tablet control functions will only operate when vehicle is in Park and the parking brake is engaged. It
is illegal in most states for the driver to view video while the vehicle is in motion.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Ce dispositif est conforme aux Normes établies par la FCC (Partie 15). Cette opération est soumise à deux conditions:
(1) Ce dispositif ne peut causer d’interférences nuisibles.
(2) Ce dispositif doit accepter toutes interférences reçues, même si elles provoquent un dysfonctionnement du
dispositif.
This product complies with Industry Canada RSS-210.
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Under Industry Canada regulations, the radio transmitter(s) in this device may only operate using an antenna of a type
and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference
to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power
(e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.
Cet appareil est conforme aux norme RSS210 d’Industrie Canada.
Cet appareil est conforme aux normes d’exemption de licence RSS d’Industry Canada. Son fonctionnement est soumis
aux deux conditions suivantes :
(1) cet appareil ne doit pas causer d’interférence et
(2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, notamment les interférences qui peuvent affecter son fonctionnement.
Conformément aux réglementations d'Industry Canada, les émetteurs radio de cet appareil ne peuvent fonctionner qu’à
l’aide d'une antenne dont le type et le gain maximal (ou minimal) pour ces émetteurs - transmetteurs sont approuvés
par Industry Canada. Pour réduire le risque d’interférence éventuelle pour les autres utilisateurs, le type et le gain de
l’antenne doivent être choisis de manière à ce que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) minimale
nécessaire à une bonne communication soit fournie.

INSTALLATION MANUAL
Road-iQ VideoData Server
Part Number: X3683
Revised 2/27/2015 P a g e | 4
Information to the User
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful Interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful Interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation.
RF Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with the FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for portable transmitting device operation
in an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions to satisfy RF exposure
compliance.
The equipment should only be used or installed at locations where there is normally at least a 20cm separation between
the antenna and all persons.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment.

INSTALLATION MANUAL
Road-iQ VideoData Server
Part Number: X3683
Revised 2/27/2015 P a g e | 5
The Road-iQ VideoData Server is a video and data display, acquisition, and playback system. The Road-iQ
VideoData Server is designed to collect and record video data from up to six (6) cameras installed on your vehicle, as
well as system parameters from your vehicle-bus communication network and GPS location, all in-sync. Live video can
be displayed on an iPad on the vehicle’s dash in real-time, and recorded video and data can be reviewed on the tablet or
transferred to a personal computer. Further, the Road-iQ VideoData Server allows the definition of triggers, which use
vehicle parameters to define significant events (excessive speed, panic braking, etc…) which are then marked in the
recorded files for easy locating.
Contents
1 System Contents & Requirements .................................................................................................................................. 9
1.1 System Contents ..................................................................................................................................................... 9
1.2 Vehicle, Hardware & Software Requirements...................................................................................................... 10
2 Installation .................................................................................................................................................................... 11
2.1 System Diagram .................................................................................................................................................... 11
2.2 VideoData Server Front Panel............................................................................................................................... 14
2.3 NetHub Ports......................................................................................................................................................... 14

INSTALLATION MANUAL
Road-iQ VideoData Server
Part Number: X3683
Revised 2/27/2015 P a g e | 6
2.4 Required Tools & Equipment ................................................................................................................................ 15
2.5 Warnings ............................................................................................................................................................... 15
2.6 Planning Your Installation ..................................................................................................................................... 15
2.7 Mounting the iPad ................................................................................................................................................ 17
2.7.1 Rosen Mount................................................................................................................................................. 17
2.7.2 RAM Mount................................................................................................................................................... 17
2.7.3 Padholdr........................................................................................................................................................ 17
2.8 Mounting the VideoData Server & NetHub .......................................................................................................... 17
2.9 Powering the Road-iQ VideoData Server.............................................................................................................. 17
2.10 Connecting to the vehicle CAN-bus ...................................................................................................................... 18
2.11 Connecting the NetHub ........................................................................................................................................ 19
2.12 Connecting the GPIO Harness............................................................................................................................... 20
2.13 Connecting the camera(s)..................................................................................................................................... 21
2.14 Installing the GPS antenna....................................................................................... Error! Bookmark not defined.
3 Setup ............................................................................................................................................................................. 22
3.1 Accessing the Installer Control Panel.................................................................................................................... 22
3.2 Control Panel ‘Status’ Screen................................................................................................................................ 23
3.3 Video Setup........................................................................................................................................................... 24
3.4 Cellular Service Setup............................................................................................................................................ 29
3.5 Wi-Fi Setup............................................................................................................................................................ 29
3.6 Hotspot Info & Setup ............................................................................................................................................ 31
3.7 Sensors Info & Setup............................................................................................................................................. 33
3.8 Storage Setup........................................................................................................................................................ 34
3.9 Users Setup ........................................................................................................................................................... 34
3.10 System Updates .................................................................................................................................................... 35
3.11 Installing the Road-iQ app..................................................................................................................................... 36
3.12 Connecting the iPad and the Road-iQ VideoData Server...................................................................................... 36
3.13 App Setup.............................................................................................................................................................. 37
3.14 Verify Operation.................................................................................................................................................... 37
4 Operation ...................................................................................................................................................................... 38
4.1 Getting Started...................................................................................................................................................... 38
4.2 Home Screen......................................................................................................................................................... 39

INSTALLATION MANUAL
Road-iQ VideoData Server
Part Number: X3683
Revised 2/27/2015 P a g e | 7
4.3 Pre-Drive Check..................................................................................................................................................... 41
4.4 Drive-Mode ........................................................................................................................................................... 41
4.4.1 Live Streaming Video..................................................................................................................................... 42
4.4.2 Gauges........................................................................................................................................................... 42
4.4.3 Summary ....................................................................................................................................................... 43
4.4.4 Snapshots...................................................................................................................................................... 43
4.4.5 Map ............................................................................................................................................................... 44
4.5 Vehicle Security..................................................................................................................................................... 44
4.5.1 Remote Access & Control.............................................................................................................................. 44
4.5.2 Remote Video................................................................................................................................................ 44
4.6 Comfort Controls................................................................................................................................................... 45
4.6.1 Lighting.......................................................................................................................................................... 45
4.6.2 Temperature ................................................................................................................................................. 45
4.6.3 Cameras......................................................................................................................................................... 46
4.7 Settings.................................................................................................................................................................. 46
4.7.1 Display Settings ............................................................................................................................................. 47
4.7.2 Navigation Settings ....................................................................................................................................... 47
4.7.3 Software Updates.......................................................................................................................................... 47
4.7.4 Wi-Fi Settings & Password ............................................................................................................................ 47
4.8 Playback ................................................................................................................................................................ 47
4.9 Library ................................................................................................................................................................... 48
4.9.1 Owner’s Manual............................................................................................................................................ 48
4.9.2 Technical Documentation ............................................................................................................................. 48
4.10 Vehicle Setup ........................................................................................................................................................ 48
4.10.1 Vehicle Leveling............................................................................................................................................. 48
4.10.2 Slides ............................................................................................................................................................. 49
4.10.3 Awnings......................................................................................................................................................... 49
4.11 Viewing Recorded Video; recorded video storage location. ................................................................................ 49
4.12 Exporting Video..................................................................................................................................................... 50
4.13 Deleting Video in the ROAD-IQ VIDEODATA SERVER App .................................................................................... 50
4.14 Clearing the iPad Photo Folder ............................................................................................................................. 50
4.15 Upgrading app software ....................................................................................................................................... 50

INSTALLATION MANUAL
Road-iQ VideoData Server
Part Number: X3683
Revised 2/27/2015 P a g e | 8
4.16 Upgrading ROAD-IQ VIDEODATA SERVER firmware ............................................................................................. 50
5 System specifications.................................................................................................................................................... 50
6 Troubleshooting............................................................................................................................................................ 50
7 Glossary of Terms & Acronyms..................................................................................................................................... 52
8 Appendix ....................................................................................................................................................................... 52
8.1 WIRING DIAGRAMS............................................................................................................................................... 52
8.2 HARNESS DRAWINGS ............................................................................................................................................ 53
8.3 Control Panel Screens ........................................................................................................................................... 53
8.3.1 Status Screen................................................................................................................................................. 53
8.3.2 Video ............................................................................................................................................................. 53
8.3.3 Wi-Fi .............................................................................................................................................................. 54
8.3.4 Hotspot.......................................................................................................................................................... 54
8.3.5 Sensors .......................................................................................................................................................... 55

INSTALLATION MANUAL
Road-iQ VideoData Server
Part Number: X3683
Revised 2/27/2015 P a g e | 9
1SYSTEM CONTENTS &REQUIREMENTS
1.1 SYSTEM CONTENTS
Road-iQ VideoData Server (standard equipment)
oRoad-iQ VideoData Server
The Road-iQ VideoData Server is the main component of the
Road-iQ VideoData Server system. The server is responsible
for the collection and management of videos, GPS data, driver
inputs, and vehicle data for display, recording, and playback.
The Road-iQ VideoData Server can also act as a Wi-Fi Hotspot
by way of cellular service through the optional NetHub.
oMounting Hardware
Four (4) ¼ inch self-tapping screws are included for mounting the Road-iQ VideoData Server to a
wooden or plastic surface.
Road-iQ NetHub (optional)
oNetHub
The optional NetHub mounts on the vehicle dash and acts as
an intermediary between the Road-iQ VideoData Server and
the iPad. There are two USB ports on the front of the NetHub
for connection to both the iPad and an external USB mass
storage device. The NetHub also contains the LTE modem,
GPS, antennas, an LED indicator, a warning buzzer, and a SIM
card slot.
oNetHub Cable
The NetHub cable is a 3-meter (approx. 10 feet) long Powered-USB 2.0 cable which connects the Road-
iQ VideoData Server with the NetHub.
oMounting Materials
Adhesive-backed mounting material is included for attaching the NetHub to the vehicle.
Vehicle Harness
The Vehicle Harness provides power and ground for the system, as well as the connection between the
Road-iQ VideoData Server and the vehicle-bus network(s). This connection provides the Road-iQ

INSTALLATION MANUAL
Road-iQ VideoData Server
Part Number: X3683
Revised 2/27/2015 P a g e | 10
VideoData Server with data from one or more of the supported vehicle vehicle-bus network protocols
(J1939, RV-C, OBDII CAN, J1708/J1587, LIN). There are various types of vehicle harnesses available based
on the type of installation.
GPIO Harness (optional)
oThe Road-iQ VideoData Server supports four (4) general purpose inputs and four (4) general purpose
outputs. The inputs can be used as triggers from vehicle systems that aren’t on the vehicle-bus network.
The GPIO (general-purpose input/output) harness serves as the access points for the system’s general
purpose inputs and outputs, as well as secondary connections to the vehicle’s LIN-bus and accessory
signal input.
Velvac Proprietary USB Storage (optional)
User’s Manual
Quick Startup Guide
1.2 VEHICLE,HARDWARE &SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS
Apple iPad Air, iPad Air 2, iPad Mini 2, or iPad Mini 3
oApple iOS 8 or newer.
oAny iPad storage capacity may be used, though storage size will limit the amount of video and data that
can be stored.
For reading and storing vehicle data, a vehicle with one or more of the following supported communication
protocols is required:
oSAE J1939
oRV-C
oOBDII-CAN
oSAE J1708/J1587
oLIN
Data Storage –the Road-iQ VideoData Server system can store video and vehicle data in a number of different
user-selectable locations:
oOn the iPad
oOn a USB mass storage device plugged into the Road-iQ video server
oOn a USB mass storage device plugged into the NetHub
A USB mass storage device must be a Flash or SSD drive, or an in-vehicle qualified hard-drive. In addition to
providing additional storage capacity, a USB mass storage device allows recording of video when the iPad is not
connected to the system, and is required to support remote video retrieval from the web.