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Installing the Mobile Camera System
Installing the Side-View Camera
(CAMCCD-SIDENTSC/CAMCCD-SIDEPAL)
Before the installation, find an appropriate location for the side-view cam-
era with these considerations in mind:
• Although the camera is waterproof, repeatedly exposing it to direct,
high-pressure streams of water (as from a pressure washer) is not
recommended.
• The material properties and thicknesses of vehicle bodies vary widely.
The included hardware can accommodate many different vehicle
installations. However, it is recommended that you exercise judgment
when drilling holes into vehicle surfaces.
• This camera is recommended for installation on either the left or right
side of a vehicle. Typically, the trigger wire for the camera is connected
to the turn-signal circuit of the vehicle for automatic viewing when the
vehicle is turning. The camera is also equipped with night-vision and
audio capability.
• When drilling into a vehicle structure, be sure that both sides of the
surface are clear of anything that could be damaged. Remove all burrs
from drilled holes. To prevent electrical shorts, grommet all drilled
holes through which wiring passes (all Federal Signal cameras include
grommets). Also, ensure that the mounting screws do not cause
electrical or mechanical damage to the vehicle.
• If the camera is to be used in a typical side-view camera application,
the camera should be positioned so that the driver can obtain a wide,
unobstructed field of vision of the left or right side of the vehicle.
To install the side-view camera, follow these steps:
Preparing to Install the Side-View Camera
1. Open the camera mounting hardware kit, which has:
• four self-tapping screws
•
four machine screws with matching lock washers, flat washers,
and nuts
• an Allen wrench for adjusting the orientation of the camera
cover (left or right side of vehicle)
• waterproofing tape
