Watchguard 4RE User manual

Document revision: C

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WatchGuard Video
Attn: Customer Service Department
415 Century Parkway
Allen, Texas 75013
800-605-6734
[e-mail]
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Contents
Contents
Introduction 5
About this document 5
Related documents and information 6
Installation training 6
Preparing for the Installation 7
Overview 8
Before Installing the 4RE System in a Vehicle 9
Standard Parts Lists 10
VISTA WiFi standard parts list 11
Recommended Tools 12
Installation Required Practices 13
Cables 13
HDMI cables 13
Pulling cables 13
Cameras 13
Front camera installation 13
Connections 14
HiFi Microphone antenna 14
Power 14
Wireless radio 14
Installing the 4RE System 15
Overview 16
Recommended Installation Workflow 17
Installing Cameras in the 4RE System 21
Installing the front camera using the puck 21
Panoramic X2 HD 23
Zero Sightline 23
HD Mini Zoom 24
Installing the cabin and other secondary cameras 24
Notes for secondary camera installation 25
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Installing the 4RE DVR Display 26
Installing the 4RE DVR 27
Installing the Wireless Radio 29
Mounting the wireless radio antenna 30
MikroTik Groove 33
Ubiquiti Bullet 34
Installing a PoE adapter 35
Installing a PoE Switch 37
Installing the VISTA WiFi System 39
Installing the Smart Power Switch 40
Installing the Smart Power Switch power cable 41
Installing the VISTAWiFi Base 43
Installing Microphones in the 4RE System 44
Installing the HiFi Microphone 44
Installing the cabin microphone 45
Installing the GPS Antenna 46
Connecting the External Inputs Cable 47
Connecting the System Power Cable to the Vehicle Battery 49
Testing the 4RE System Installation 51
Index 53
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Introduction
Introduction
Welcome to the WatchGuard Video 4RE Vehicle Installation Instructions. This guide is designed
to provide basic information and instructions for installing the WatchGuard Video 4RE DVR and
its related components in a vehicle.
About this document
The 4RE Vehicle Installation Instructions covers the following topics:
lPreparing for a vehicle installation, including:
oPre-install checklist
oStandard installation parts lists and recommended tools
oInstallation best practices
lInstalling WatchGuard Video equipment in a vehicle, including:
oRecommended installation workflow
oCameras
o4RE DVR
oVISTA WiFi
oWireless radio
oMicrophones
oRelated components and cables
lTesting the installation
The images in this document are representative of what you could experience while installing.
They are meant to serve as a guide.
This guide contains general recommended instructions for installing a WatchGuard Video 4RE
system in a vehicle. This document is not an exclusive or comprehensive blueprint for any
particular vehicle installation. If you have a question about installing the system in a particular
vehicle, contact WatchGuard Video Customer Service.
Important! This document assumes knowledge of standard 12-volt vehicle
installation best practices. It is meant to guide a technician through the specifics
of installing WatchGuard Video equipment.
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Related documents and information
For further information related to installing WatchGuard Video equipment in a vehicle that is
not covered by the 4RE Vehicle Installation Instructions, see the following documents:
l4RE Installation Poster
lWatchGuard Video Bracket Guides
lHiFi Microphone User Guide
l4RE In-Car DVR User Guide
lVISTA Wearable Camera User Guide
lEvidence Library 4 Web User Guide
lEvidence Library Express 3.5 User Guide
Installation training
WatchGuard Video holds factory training courses several times per year for installers to become
certified in WatchGuard Video equipment installation. For more information and to register, go
to http://watchguardvideo.com/training.
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Preparing for the Installation
Preparing for the Installation
In this section...
lPre-installation checklist (page 9)
lStandard installation parts list examples (page 10)
lRecommended tools list (page 12)
lInstallation required practices (page 13)
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Overview
This section includes information to help you prepare for the in-vehicle installation of the 4RE
DVR and its related components. The section includes:
lPre-installation checklist: Complete the items on this checklist before starting the
installation (page 9)
lStandard installation parts lists: Contains an example of a parts list for a standard 4RE
vehicle installation (page 10)
lRecommended tools list: Shows a list of tools, including some specialized items, you should
have at hand before beginning the installation (page 12)
lInstallation required practices: Lists a number of best practices that WatchGuard Video
requires you to follow as you perform the vehicle installation (page 13)
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Before Installing the 4RE System in a Vehicle
Before Installing the 4RE System in a Vehicle
You can use the following checklist to help you prepare for a successful 4RE system installation
in a vehicle:
Prepare to document the installation for a first-time vehicle (year and/or model), as applicable
Gather all necessary tools for the installation (page 12)
Remove any old video equipment, as applicable
Verify that you have received all the components for the 4RE system that you are installing
(page 10)
Note: If you have any missing or damaged parts, contact WatchGuard
Video Customer Service.
Make sure the mounting brackets are the correct type for the specific vehicle
Note: When installing brackets, follow the instructions included with the
bracket. If you need a copy of the bracket instructions, contact
WatchGuard Video Customer Service.
Determine the installation locations for all components (including brackets and cables)
Determine the wire connection points, for example, vehicle battery location, emergency
light input, brake input, auxiliary input
Roughly lay out the main components in their installation locations to test positioning
Read through the Installation Required Practices (page 13) and add them to your installation
plan
Tip: Use the 4RE installation overview poster as a reference for the installation.
You can download a copy of the installation poster from the WatchGuard Video
website: http://cs.watchguardvideo.com/downloads/
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Standard Parts Lists
Note: The following parts lists are included as examples. Your installation
equipment order includes the actual parts list for your installation. If you need
additional parts, contact WatchGuard Video Customer Service.
The following table lists the standard parts included for a 4RE system installation (with wireless
upload) in a vehicle:
Qty Part Number Description
1 WGA00428-101 MikroTik Configured Wireless Kit, 4RE In-Car 802.11n (Radio,
Antenna, PoE, 2-10' Ethernet Cables)
1 WGP01394-001 Cable, WiFi Vehicle Antenna Mount, NMO, Drill 3/4" Hole, 17' long
1 WGA00480-101 4RE, HD DVR, Gen 2, 200GB HDD
1 WGA00370-200 4RE, Remote Display Control Panel, Gen 3
1 WGA00496 Front Camera, 4RE, HD Zero Sightline (ZSL)
Or 1 WGA00543 Front Camera, 4RE, HD Panoramic
Or 1 WGA00500 Front Camera, 4RE, HD Mini Zoom
1 WGP01760-200 Camera, Infrared Analog, WMv.2, 114 Degree, 2-Pin Connector
1 WGP01903-001 Cable, 4RE, HDMI, (HD Mini Zoom, Panoramic, ZSL) Straight, 15'
1 WGP01832 Cable, 4RE, HDMI, Port 2 IR Camera, 2-Pin Connect, Straight, 16'
(5000mm)
1 WGP02055-KIT R/A Adapter KIT, HDMI Cables, Dual Mount Bracket, 4RE DVR
1 WGA00382-100 Cable, 4RE, HDMI/Mini, Display ONLY, Straight, 15'
1 WGA00420 Bracket Kit, 4RE, Display, w/ Diamond 1" Ball Mounts & 2" RAM
1 WGP01459-
008-KIT
Bracket Kit, 4RE, Display, Universal Visor Post (Ford PI SUV & Sedan)
1 WGP01443-
001-KIT
Bracket Kit, 4RE, DVR, Universal
1 WGP01487-KIT Bracket Kit, 4RE, DVR, Console Faceplate, 2"
1 WGP362 GPS Antenna, Magnetic Mount
1 WGP02073-
300-KIT
Cable Assembly, DV-1C/4RE, Power/Input, R/A 24'
1 WGA00475-
KIT1-V2
Hi-Fi Microphone Kit 1v.2 (Transmitter, Cradle, Belt clip, Pivot clip, 3'
+ 12' antenna)
1 WGP01475 Bracket, Hi-Fi Microphone, Universal
1 WGA00510-005 Cable Assembly, DVR to Hi-Fi MIC, 180"
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