Dakota Micro AgCam User Manual

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Dakota Micro, Inc.Page 5 of 16 Author: CNRPermanent Mounting:For permanent mounting, it is recommended that you remove the magnet and attach to any solidsurface with two (2) screws.After camera is securely mounted, plug power/video input into AgCam® extension power/video cable. Makesure they are securely attached and locked (¼ turn will lock the cables together).Suggestions for Mounting Camera:When determining the location for the camera it is always best to use a solid surface to minimize vibration.Ladders are not good mounting choices due to lack of stability.If you will be using your AgCam® for assisting in visibility for towing, you will want to position the camera soyou can see the desired area and a portion of the vehicle/trailer in tow; this will give you some reference todistance. You will also want to use the mirrored setting in the monitor menu or remove the magnet in the MIRfunction plug on the camera so as to accurately represent left and right. This will give you the effect of lookingin a rear view mirror.Camera Warnings NEVER RELY ON YOUR AGCAM®AS A SAFETY FEATURE. It is up to your discretion to keep your roadtravel and other operations safe. Your AgCam® will provide you with information only based on whatit sees. Operation of machinery safety guidelines still apply. 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 visionfeature is 1 to 45+ feet and will produce a monochrome image only. Do not attempt to drivemachinery using this feature.c. Cable Installation & MountingThere are two (2) lengths of cable with your camera system: One (1) 20’ and one (1) 60’. If you would like topurchase different or additional cable lengths, please contact your dealer where you purchased your AgCam®.Cable Warnings Cable routing is important. Where you choose to run the cables should not interfere with the normaloperation of the machine or any safety equipment. ALWAYS be aware of any “pinch points” or other potential hazards to the cable. Secure all cables to vehicle/equipment using cable clips, zip ties or other style fastener. If you intend to use your AgCam® for short length PTO operated implement, avoid excess cable lengthsif possible. When you decide on a location you should fix the camera to a permanent bracket using ¼inch bolts, and attach any loose cable securely so there is no chance of entanglement in the PTO orother moving parts. If you use your AgCam® to monitor a combine hopper or other combine operations, take care toremember that combines have many moving parts. Use extreme care when routing cables, and it isstrongly recommended that you use bolts to secure the camera. While it would be sufficient to use themagnetic base for monitoring purposes during road travel, it is advised to secure the camera with boltsduring operation of the combine.