Dakota Micro, Inc.
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9MQ(‐C2) User Manual
Rev: 06/26/17 Page 4 of 12
Author: CNR
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When determining the location for the camera, it is always best to use a solid surface to minimize vibration.
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Important‐
Ladders are not good mounting choices due to lack of stability.
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If you will be using your AgCam® for assisting in visibility for towing, you will want to position the camera so you
can see the desired area and a portion of the vehicle/trailer in tow; this will give you some reference to distance.
You will also want to use the mirrored setting in the monitor menu or remove the magnet in the MIR function
plug on the camera so as to accurately represent left and right. This will give you the effect of looking in a rear
view mirror.
V. CAMERA WARNINGS
A.
NEVER RELY ON YOUR AGCAM® AS A SAFETY FEATURE.
It is up to your discretion to keep your road travel and other operations safe. Your AgCam® will provide you with
information only based on what it sees. Operation of machinery safety guidelines still apply.
B.
The AgCam® is equipped with an array of infrared light emitters which are invisible to the human eye. This feature will
aid in low light conditions but has limitations. The effective range of the night vision feature is 1 to 45+ feet and will
produce a monochrome image only.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DRIVE MACHINERY USING THIS FEATURE.
VI. CABLE ROUTING TIPS & WARNINGS
There are two (2) lengths of cable that come standard with our AgCam® camera kits: One (1) 20’ and one (1) 60’. If you would like
to purchase different, or additional, cable lengths, please contact your local AgCam® dealer.
A.
Cable routing is important; where you choose to run the cables should not interfere with the normal operation of the
machine or any safety equipment.
B.
ALWAYS
be aware of any “pinch points” or other potential hazards to the cable(s).
C.
Secure all cables to vehicle/equipment using cable clips, zip ties or other style fasteners.
D.
If you intend to use your AgCam® for short length PTO operated implement, avoid excess cable lengths, if possible.
When you decide on a location, you should fix the camera to a permanent bracket using ¼ inch bolts, and attach any
loose cable securely so there is no chance of entanglement in the PTO or other moving parts.
E.
If you use your AgCam® to monitor a combine hopper or other combine operations, take care to remember that
combines have many moving parts. Use extreme care when routing cables, and it is strongly recommended that you
use bolts to secure the camera. While it would be sufficient to use the magnetic base for monitoring purposes during
road travel, it is advised to secure the camera with bolts during operation of the combine.
VII. MONITOR INSTALLATION & MOUNTING
A.
Mounting Precautions
Remove your monitor carefully from packaging and inspect all mounting hardware. Mounting location is the most
important part of the monitor installation as it ensures you the maximum visual benefit from your AgCam®
system.
With that said, when installing your monitor, ensure to follow these three (3) precautions:
1.
The monitor is out of direct sunlight. This will prolong the life of the unit as well as ensure optimum visibility.
2.
The monitor does not obstruct view.
3.
The monitor does not interfere with the normal operation of equipment.
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