SV-LCD50

Installation and User Guide

Thin-Film Transistor (TFT) Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)

Color Rear Vision Monitor

Version 1.00

August 2004

SV-LCD50 Installation and User Guide—TFT LCD Color Rear Vision Monitor

August 2004

Version 1.00

Document No. SVLCD50UG-001

Copyright © 2004 Safety Vision, L.P.

Safety Vision and the Safety Vision logo are trademarks of Safety Vision, L.P.

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Contents

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1.1.

Components and Features................. 1

Overview........................................... 1

1.2.

Components...................................... 2

1.2.1.

Front Panel Components................... 2

1.2.2.

Rear Panel Components.................... 4

1.2.3.

Menu Navigation................................ 6

1.2.4.

Main Menu Items............................... 6

1.3.

Supplied Accessories......................... 8

2.

2.1.

2.2.

2.3.

Installation......................................... 9

Installation Location........................... 9

Installation Procedure...................... 10

Cleaning.......................................... 13

Appendix A.................................................... 14

Appendix B.................................................... 16

Appendix C.................................................... 18

Appendix D.................................................... 20

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Components and Features

This section describes the components and features of the SV-LCD50 TFT LCD Color Rear Vision Monitor and the supplied accessories.

1.1.

Overview

The SV-LCD50 monitor is a TFT (thin-film transistor) LCD (liquid crystal display) monitor designed for the heavy-duty commercial trucking industry.

The monitor features two external triggers with 2.5-second off-time delay and two-camera input capacity. It operates on

10 to 32 volts direct current (VDC) power and turns on automatically when the vehicle transmission is placed in reverse.

When connected to a camera with an integrated microphone, the monitor’s adjustable speaker allows the user to both see and hear activity behind the vehicle. In low-light conditions, monitor buttons are illuminated automatically.

Figure 1 shows the SV-LCD50 monitor.

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FIGURE 1. SV-LCD50 Monitor

1.2.

Components

This section describes the physical components of the SV-LCD50 monitor. It also describes the monitor’s operational features and capabilities.

1.2.1.

Front Panel Components

Figure 2 shows the front panel of the SV-LCD50 monitor. Component descriptions follow.

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FIGURE 2. SV-LCD50 Monitor Front Panel

SV-LCD50 monitor front panel components are as follows:

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POWER BUTTON AND STANDBY LAMP—A red lamp indicates that the monitor is on and in Standby mode. A green lamp indicates that the monitor is on and in Run mode. (Monitor power remains on until the vehicle ignition key is on the Off position.)

2.

CA. SEL (CAMERA SELECT) BUTTON—This button selects input from Camera 1 (CA1) or Camera 2 (CA2).

The on-screen display indicates which camera is currently selected.

3.

MENU BUTTON—The Menu button initiates display of the main menu. If no input signal is detected within five seconds, the main menu is no longer displayed.

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VOL (VOLUME) BUTTONS—These buttons control the volume of the integrated speaker.

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BRIGHT (BRIGHTNESS) BUTTONS—These buttons manually adjust the brightness level of the display.

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LIGHT SENSOR—This sensor detects the available light and automatically adjusts the display brightness level accordingly and illuminates the button backlights in low-light conditions.

Rear Panel Components

Figure 3 shows the rear panel of the SV-LCD50 monitor. Component descriptions follow.

FIGURE 3. SV-LCD50 Monitor Rear Panel

SV-LCD50 monitor rear panel components are as follows:

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BRACKET SLOT—This slot accepts the adjustable mounting bracket.

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INPUT CABLE—Cameras and power and trigger wires are connected to this cable, as shown in Figure 4.

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FIGURE 4. SV-LCD50 Monitor Rear Panel Cabling Connections

NOTE: Connect the camera(s) to the monitor before supplying power.

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1.2.4.

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Menu Navigation

To navigate through the menu, press the BRIGHT (BRIGHTNESS) buttons to select a menu item, and press the CA.

SEL (CAMERA SELECT) button to change the content of a selected menu item.

Main Menu Items

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SCALE—This menu item measures the distance behind the vehicle. The scale is available only during input of the trigger signal. Selectable options are as follows:

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CA1 (Camera 1)

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CA2 (Camera 2)

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All

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None

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CA1 (CAMERA 1)—This menu item selects the image type for Camera 1. Selectable options are as follows:

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Mirror

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Normal

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CA2 (CAMERA 2)—This menu item selects the image type for Camera 2. Selectable options are as follows:

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Mirror

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Normal

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AUTO SCAN—This menu item controls the auto scan function, which automatically switches between input from Camera 1 and input from Camera 2 at selected intervals. (Scan times can be set for each camera in the

SUB MENU.) Selectable options are as follows:

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On

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Off

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COLOR—This menu item controls the color depth of displayed images.

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CONTRAST—This menu item controls the contrast level of displayed images.

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TINT—This menu item controls the color coordination of displayed images.

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SUB MENU—This menu item displays the following sub-menu items:

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TRIG. (TRIGGER) OFF TIME DELAY—This menu item controls the connection to the vehicle’s turn signal. (The delay time is 2.5 seconds.) Selectable options are as follows: o

CA1 (Camera 1) o

CA2 (Camera 2) o

All o

None

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TRIG. (TRIGGER) PRIORITY—This menu item controls camera priority when triggers are received simultaneously. (Images from the selected priority camera are displayed.) Selectable options are as follows: o

CA1 (Camera 1) o

CA2 (Camera 2)

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SCAN TIME CA1—This menu item controls the scan time for the auto scan function for Camera 1. The minimum scan time is zero seconds. The maximum time is 20 seconds. Use the VOL (VOLUME) buttons to change the time settings.

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SCAN TIME CA2—This menu item controls the scan time for the auto scan function for Camera 1. The minimum time is zero seconds. The maximum time is 20 seconds. Use the VOL (VOLUME) buttons to change the time settings.

1.3.

Supplied Accessories

The following accessories are supplied with the SV-LCD50 monitor:

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Adjustable mounting bracket

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Screw kit

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Power cord

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Sun visor

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Installation

This section describes the installation of the SV-LCD50 monitor.

2.1.

Installation Location

The SV-LCD50 monitor can be mounted on the ceiling (as shown in Figure 5) or on the dash or console (as shown in

Figure 6).

FIGURE 5. Ceiling-Mount Installation

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FIGURE 6. Dash- or Console-Mount Installation

2.2.

Installation Procedure

1. Select a suitable installation surface in a protected location that is within easy line-of-sight and easy reach of the user. (For example, select a location that does not obstruct the operator’s view through the windshield or of side- or rear-view mirrors.)

2. Clean the installation surface thoroughly.

3. Remove the protective paper from the bottom of the mounting bracket.

4. Attach the mounting bracket on the installation surface with the screws provided, as shown in Figure 7 (for ceilingmount) or Figure 8 (for dash- or console-mount).

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FIGURE 7. Screw Locations for Ceiling-Mount Installation

FIGURE 8. Screw Locations for Dash- or Console-Mount Installation

5. Adjust the angle of the monitor and tighten the handle screw, as shown in Figure 9 (for ceiling-mount) or Figure 10

(for dash- or console-mount).

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FIGURE 9. Handle Screw Location for Ceiling-Mount Installation

FIGURE 10. Handle Screw Location for Dash- or Console-Mount Installation

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Cleaning

Clean the unit with a slightly damp soft cloth. Use a mild household detergent. To prevent damage to the finish, do not use strong solvents (such as thinner or benzene).

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Appendix A

Abbreviations, Acronyms, and Symbols

kg

LCD mm

NTSC

RGB

RMA

SV

TFT

Abbreviation,

Acronym, or Symbol Definition

ABS

BRIGHT

C acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene brightness

Celsius

CA. SEL

CA1

CA2

F camera select

Camera 1

Camera 2

Fahrenheit kilogram liquid crystal display millimeter

National Television Standards Committee red, green, blue return material authorization

Safety Vision L.P.

thin-film transistor

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Abbreviation,

Acronym, or Symbol

Definition

TRIG.

trigger

V

VDC

VOL volt volts direct current volume

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Appendix B

Specifications

Specifications for the SV-LCD50 monitor are as follows:

Item

Power Input

Maximum Power

Consumption

Monitor Dimensions

(Height x Width x Depth)

Weight

Display Dimensions

(Height x Width)

Resolution

Viewing Angle

Color Configuration

On-Screen Display

Controls

Specification

10 VDC to 32 VDC

10 watts

4.5 inches x 6.75 inches x 1.25 inches

(114.3 mm x 171.45 mm x 31.75 mm)

2.2 pounds (1.0 kg)

3.1 inches x 4.2 inches

78 mm x106 mm

960 x 234 pixels

Top: 35 degrees

Bottom: 15 degrees

Left: 55 degrees

Right: 55 degrees

RGB stripe

Volume, Brightness, Scale On/Off, Image select (Mirror/Normal), Auto scan On/Off, 2 Auto Trigger, Color, Contrast, Tint

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Item

Temperature

Supplied Accessories

Dimmer

Video System

Sync System

LCD Screen Size

Power Connector

Camera Connector

Speaker Impedance

Finish

Operating Temperature

Storage Temperature

Ambient Condition

Impact Rating

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Specification

Operating range:

+14°F to +122°F (-10°C to +50°C)

Storage range:

-13°F to +176°F (-25°C to +80°C)

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One of each of the following:

 Mounting bracket

Screw kits

Power cord

Sun visor

Installation and user guide

Automatic

NTSC signal

Internal

5-inch diagonal

4-pin wire

2 mini-DIN

8 ohm, 0.2 watt maximum

Light black (ABS)

-10°C to +50°C (+14°F to +122°F)

-25°C to +80°C (-13°F to +176°F)

Indoor use only

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Appendix C

Safety Vision Limited Warranty

Safety Vision, L.P. (“SV”) makes the following limited warranty. This limited warranty extends to the original end-user purchase.

Limited One-Year Warranty of Parts and Labor

SV warrants this product against defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one year after the original date of purchase.

During this period, SV will repair or replace a defective product or part without charge to the customer. Customer must send the entire product to an authorized SV dealer. Customer is to pay for all transportation and insurance charges for the unit to the dealer. SV’s total liability is limited to the original product cost.

Installation and User Guide

The customer should thoroughly read this Installation and User Guide before operating this product.

Customer’s Responsibility

The above warranty is subject to the following conditions:

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Customer must notify SV within ten days of discovering the defective product or part and provide a description of the defect and complete information about the manner of its discovery.

All warranty servicing of this product must be made by SV.

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Warranty extends only to defects in material and workmanship as limited above. Warranty does not extend to any product or part that has been lost or discarded by the customer; to damage to products or parts caused by misuse, accident,

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C improper installation, improper maintenance, or use in violation of instructions furnished with the product; to units that have been altered or modified without authorization of SV; to damage to products or parts thereof that have had the serial number removed, altered, defaced, or rendered illegible; or to any failure of the product to function caused by burglary, fired, flood, war, riot, civil commotion, Acts of God, or any other condition beyond the control of SV.

To Obtain Warranty Service

Contact the Safety Vision Service and Warranty Manager at (713) 896-6600 or (800) 880-8855 to report the defective product.

IMPORTANT: PACKING AND SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS

When a product requires service, only the affected component must be returned. Proper packing material must be used to ensure full warranty coverage. Any shipping damage caused by improper packing is not covered under this warranty. A return material authorization (RMA) number and a letter explaining the defect must be enclosed with the product.

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Appendix D

Troubleshooting

This section provides troubleshooting guidelines for certain operational problems you might encounter using the SV-LCD50 monitor.

Before requesting service, check the following.

Ensure that the power supply and ground wires are connected properly.

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Ensure that the video extension cable and video input cable are connected properly to the inline control box.

If only one camera is connected, press the CA. SEL (CAMERA SELECT) button to switch between input from Camera 1 input from and Camera 2 (to determine whether the single camera is connected as Camera 2).

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Confirm that the POWER light is green. (A red POWER light indicates that the monitor is on but is in Standby mode.)

For additional troubleshooting guidelines, contact Safety Vision Technical Support at (713) 896-6600 or (800) 880-8855.

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