ROADRECORDER® 8400 NVR
USER GUIDE
Important Notices
Title: RoadRecorder® 8400 NVR User Guide
Firmware Version: 1.6
Document Version: 1
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Contents
Components 3
Front Panel 3
Rear Panel 4
Installation 5
Main Wiring Diagram 5
Flat Mount 7
Storage Media 8
Hard Drive Canister 8
SIM Card 9
Conguration 10
Installing Safety Vision Windows
Application 10
Step 1. Connecting to the NVR 10
Step 2. Installing SV Windows Application 11
Launch the SV Windows Application 12
Help Windows 13
Firmware Conguration 13
Import/Export NVR Conguration 13
Username / Password Conguration 13
Startup & Shutdown 14
Startup 14
Shutdown 14
Ooad 14
Scheduled Reboot 14
PoE Settings 15
PoE Control 15
Sensor Inputs 16
Sensor Inputs 16
Name 16
Action 16
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Relay Outputs 17
Relay Outs 17
Status 17
Relay Bypass 17
Recording Settings 18
Select directory to store metadata le 18
Metadata Files Retention Options 18
Metadata Files Retention Period 18
Select directory to store Archived metadata
le 18
Date / Time Settings 19
Timezone 19
Sync with GPS time 19
Temperature 20
Accelerometer 20
Trigger 1 - Trigger 4 20
Ignition 20
Current Voltage 20
Relay 1 - Relay 4 20
GPS 21
GPS Status 21
Appendix A: Specications 22
Appendix B: Dimensions 23
FCC Compliance Statement 24
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Components
Front Panel
1 - LED Status Lights Displays the status of various NVR
operations (see table below)
2 - Remote Power Switch 2-pin terminal block for distant
power-on/off control
3 - SIM card Slot Externally accessible SIM card slot
4 - LAN Ports 10/100/1000Mbps PoE LAN ports
5 - USB Ports Four USB 2.0 ports
6 - Hard Drive Bay Removable 2.5” storage drive for easy
replacement of the storage
LED COLOR STATUS
HDD status
Flashing Yellow NVR is recording
Solid Green NVR is not recording / HDD is healthy
Solid Red No HDD inserted / HDD not formatted correctly
3G status Not Used Not Used
PoE status
Solid Green PoE power supply is active
Solid Red Poe power supply fault
Power Solid Green NVR is powered ON
WiFi status Not Used Not Used
Ignition status Solid Green Ignition is ON
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Rear Panel
1 - Multiple I/O Connector A 26-pin male connector
configured as followed:
• 4 × DI (5V or 12V TTL selectable)
• 4 × DO (12V TTL, Max. 100mA)
• 2 × DO control Relay support 9 ~ 36V @max 2A each
• 2 × DI to Ignition MCU as remote control (5V TTL)
• Audio MIC input and HD Audio output (w/ 2Watt)
• COM TX RX, for Ignition Microcontroller program/
service purpose
2 - HDMI Port HDMI video/audio output port
3 - DVI-D Port DVI-D port (single link)
4 - VGA Port VGA Display port
5 - DC Output 12V 1 × 2-pin terminal block for DC 12V (1A)
Output
6 - DC Input 9-36V 3-pin power input range +9 ~ +36V,
GND, ignition
7 - CAN Port CAN bus port
8 - LAN Port RJ45 port; Connection for an optional external
WiFi bridge / configuration. Use an Ethernet cable to
connect a computer to access the configuration web
server. The IP address is 192.168.0.10
9 - Serial Ports (from left to right: COM3/COM4)
• COM3 - RS232
• COM4 - RS232/422/485
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Installation
Main Wiring Diagram
COLOR DESCRIPTION
GREEN IGNITION
BLACK GROUND
RED 9~36V
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PIN SIGNAL NOTES
1 AUDIO_OUT_R RIGHT AUDIO MIC INPUT
2 AUDIO_OUT_L LEFT AUDIO MIC INPUT
3 GND_AUD AUDIO GROUND (-)
4 GND_AUD AUDIO GROUND (-)
5 AMPOUT_R RIGHT LINE-OUT/ HD AUDIO OUTPUT (2W)
6 AMPOUT_L LEFT LINE-OUT/ HD AUDIO OUTPUT (2W)
7 GND GROUND (-)
8 N/A NOT USED
9 COM5_SIN RX for Ignition Microcontroller program service purpose.
10 COM5_SOUT TX for Ignition Microcontroller program service purpose.
11 DIGITAL INTPUT 1 +12VDC INPUT
12 DIGITAL OUTPUT 1 +12VDC OUTPUT Max 100mA
13 DIGITAL INTPUT 2 +12VDC INPUT
14 DIGITAL OUTPUT 2 +12VDC OUTPUT Max 100mA
15 DIGITAL INTPUT 3 +12VDC INPUT
16 DIGITAL OUTPUT 3 +12VDC OUTPUT Max 100mA
17 DIGITAL INTPUT 4 +12VDC INPUT/ UPS INPUT
18 DIGITAL OUTPUT 4 +12VDC OUTPUT Max 100mA
19 IGN_DIGITAL INPUT 1 DIGITAL INPUT to Ignition MCU as remote control (5VDC TTL)
20 RELAY1_NOPEN +9 to 36VDC OUTPUT @ Max 2A
21 IGN_DIGITAL INPUT 2 DIGITAL INPUT to Ignition MCU as remote control (5VDC TTL)
22 RELAY1_COMM +9 to 36VDC IN
23 GND GROUND (-)
24 GND GROUND (-)
25 RELAY2_NOPEN +9 to 36VDC OUTPUT @ Max 2A
26 RELAY2_COMM +9 to 36VDC IN
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Flat Mount
Secure the NVR to the surface with self-tapping
screws or rivets.
Ensure that the front panel of the NVR remains
accessible and there is a minimum 2.5 inches of
clearance for cables.
Do not install NVR in an area on the vehicle cabin
that could interfere with the safe operation of the
vehicle.
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Storage Media
Hard Drive Canister
Use the following procedure to remove the hard
drive.
To remove the hard drive from the NVR:
1. Ensure the NVR is powered off.
2. Insert the key into the hard drive lock and
turn it clockwise.
3. Turn the two hard drive thumb screws
counter-clockwise until they are loose.
4. Pull the hard drive firmly straight out.
Once removed, the hard drive can be read
with the hard drive reader connected to a PC.
The computer recognizes the hard drive as an
external storage device.
User the following procedures to reinsert the
hard drive:
1. Push the hard drive firmly all the way into
the NVR.
2. Turn the two hard drive thumb screws
clockwise until they are secure.
Do not over-tighten the thumb screws. Use
finger pressure only!
3. Insert the key into the hard drive lock and
turn it ounter-clockwise.
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SIM Card
Use the following procedures to remove the SIM
card.
1. Remove the two screws on the SIM card
access panel and flip down the panel.
2. Lightly push down on the SIM card until a
“click” is felt, then allow it to spring out of
the slot.
3. Pull the SIM card straight out.
Reinsert the SIM card in the same manner: push
it straight in until a “click” is felt, then release.
WARNING: Do not force the SIM card into the
RoadRecorder 8400 upside down or backwards.
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Configuration
Installing Safety Vision Windows
Application
NOTE: Windows OS and Safety Vision Windows application is
pre-installed prior to deployment, but there are some instances
where the end user will want to do this themselves.
If installing Windows OS yourself, Windows OS needs to be
installed on the mSATA drive [internal SSD].
Windows OS needs to be installed prior to installing the SV
Windows Application and any other applications.
To install the SV Windows Application yourself, see steps
below.
Step 1. Connecting to the NVR
There are two methods for connecting to the NVR:
1. Using Keyboard, mouse, and monitor - (preferred
method)
• NVR supports HDMI, VGA, DVI
• Keyboard and mouse – USB
If using this method, connect keyboard, mouse, and monitor
to NVR, then proceed to Step 2. Installing SV Windows
Application.
2. Using your PC and Windows Remote Desktop
Connection Application - Ethernet cable required.
• NVR contains 5 LAN ports, depending on which LAN
port that your PC will be connecting to, you will need
to use the IP address associated with that LAN port.
To the right are the LAN ports IP addresses based off
Safety Vision Windows LAN configuration.
(If using a different LAN configuration, use the IP address
you created for the LAN port that PC is connected to.)
If using this method, you will need to launch Windows
Remote Desktop Connection. After launching Windows
Remote Desktop Connection, enter the IP address of the
LAN port the PC is connected to. If the PC is connected to
a PoE switch, use the IP address of the LAN port that the
switch is connected to.
LAN PORT IP ADDRESS
LAN (Back of NVR) 192.168.0.10
LAN 1 (Front of NVR) 192.168.0.11
LAN 2 (Front of NVR) 192.168.0.12
LAN 3 (Front of NVR) 192.168.0.13
LAN 4 (Front of NVR) 192.168.0.14
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Step 2. Installing SV Windows
Application
1. After installing Windows OS, download and extract
the SV Windows application from Safety Vision’s FTP
site. (Contact your Safety Vision Account Executive for
URL and login information to access Safety Vision’s FTP
site.)
2. Launch the SV Installer
If prompted by firewall or anti-virus application, allow
the file to install.
3. Follow the steps of the SV Installer Setup window.
4. When you get to the Choose components window:
Enter the Windows Administrator User log in
credentials. (Contact your IT Administrator for
Windows credentials.)
5. Once setup is complete, select yes when prompted
with “Do you wish to reboot the system to apply
changes?”
System will reboot.
6. After system reboot is complete, launch the SV
Windows application (located in the window’s tray) for
NVR configuration menus.
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Launch the SV Windows Application
To access the NVR’s configuration menus, connect to the
NVR and Launch the SV Windows Application.
There are two methods for connecting to the NVR and
launching the SV Windows Application:
1. Using Keyboard, mouse, and monitor - (preferred
method)
• NVR supports HDMI, VGA, DVI
• Keyboard and mouse – USB
If using this method, connect keyboard, mouse, and
monitor to NVR, then launch the SV Windows application
(by clicking on the SV Windows Application icon located in
the window’s tray) for NVR configuration menus.
2. Using your PC and Windows Remote Desktop
Connection Application - Ethernet cable required.
• NVR contains 5 LAN ports, depending on which LAN
port that your PC will be connecting to, you will need
to use the IP address associated with that LAN port.
To the right are the LAN ports IP addresses based off
Safety Vision Windows LAN configuration. (If using a
different LAN configuration, use the IP address you created
for the LAN port that PC is connected to.)
If using this method, you will need to launch Windows
Remote Desktop Connection. After launching Windows
Remote Desktop Connection, enter the IP address of the
LAN port the PC is connected to. If the PC is connected to
a PoE switch, use the IP address of the LAN port that the
switch is connected to.
Once you are connected to the NVR, launch the SV Windows
application (by clicking on the SV Windows Application icon
located in the window’s tray) for NVR configuration menus.
LAN PORT IP ADDRESS
LAN (Back of NVR) 192.168.0.10
LAN 1 (Front of NVR) 192.168.0.11
LAN 2 (Front of NVR) 192.168.0.12
LAN 3 (Front of NVR) 192.168.0.13
LAN 4 (Front of NVR) 192.168.0.14
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Help Windows
Each screen in the RoadRecorder 8400 NVR configuration
interface includes a comprehensive help menu. The help
menus explain the functionality and parameters of each
field.
To access the help menu for a screen, simply click the
Help button at the top right of the screen. The help menu
appears in a new window.
Firmware Conguration
Users can import and export configuration files from
this section. A configuration file saves all of the NVR’s
configuration settings, which can then be duplicated across
multiple NVRs.
Configuration files are interchangeable between NVRs,
however unique fields such as vehicle name and network
information should be updated for each individual NVR.
Import/Export NVR Conguration
Select Configuration File
To import a saved configuration file, click the Browse/
Import button. Navigate to where the appropriate file
is saved and click Open. Confirm the appropriate file is
displayed and click Browse/Import. The configuration
file is uploaded automatically. By importing a
configuration file, the NVR will immediately reboot on its
own.
Select Destination Directory
To save a configuration file, confirm all configuration
settings are set appropriately, then click the Browse/
Export button. Navigate to the destination of your choice
and click Select Folder to save the configuration file.
Username / Password Conguration
Users can update Username and Password from this section
for auto login.
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Startup & Shutdown
The Startup & Shutdown page configures conditions
when the NVR can automatically start and shut down.
Startup
Enable Ignition Boot and Record
If enabled, ignition above threshold value will be
counted as a start-up condition and recording will be
done for user-configurable duration.
Ignition Boot and Record Duration
If NVR is started due to application of ignition, then
recording will be compulsorily done for specified amount
of time.
Restriction: Recording time limit can be configured from 1 to
32767 seconds. Decimal values are not allowed.
Shutdown
Continue Recording After Ignition Off
Recording continues for the specified period, even after the
shutdown event is triggered, provided that vehicle power is
available.
Restriction: Recording time limit can be configured from 1 to
21600 seconds. Decimal values are not allowed.
Offload
Wait for host to offload
After all the data is captured on Primary, Primary is kept
mounted for user to retrieve data.
Restriction: Recording time limit can be configured from 1 to
21600 seconds. Decimal values are not allowed.
Scheduled Reboot
Enable schedule reboot
If enabled, user can schedule the NVR reboot time. NVR will
reboot on the specified day and at a specified time.
Days: User can select the days to schedule the time for
NVR reboot.
Time: User can specify a time for reboot (in 24 hour
format).
Click Apply to save changed entries.
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PoE Settings
The PoE Settings page configures the PoE ports of the
NVR.
PoE Control
If the checkbox is checked, PoE port is active and is
receiving power. If not utilizing a PoE port, uncheck the
checkbox to turn off power to selected port. By default
all PoE boxes are checked.
Click Apply to save changed entries.
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Sensor Inputs
The Sensor Inputs page configures settings for the
sensors.
Sensor Inputs
Select the number of triggers between 1 to 4.
Name
The NVR has trigger inputs, and for easy identification
these trigger inputs can be configured to have user
defined names which can be entered in this field for a
particular trigger input.
Restrictions: The name can contain any alphanumeric value
including single space & “_”. The trigger input name can only be
15 characters max.
Action
User can set action on individual sensor inputs and on
the base of that data will be recorded. For now Metadata
is the only action supported for all events. Only Sensor 4
supports Backup Power. If user selects backup power event
on sensor 4 and trigger is inactive, NVR will shut down after
Timeout(MIN) specified.
Timeout(MIN)
User can select timeout if backup power is selected on
sensor 4. NVR will reboot after specified timeout. Minimum
timeout is 1 min and Maximum is 15 min.
Click Apply to save changed entries.
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Relay Outputs
Relay Outs
Users can select from 1 to 4 Relay Outs to display and
control.
Status
This column shows current state of each Relay out. User
can control state of each Relay out which is ON or OFF.
Relay Bypass
This feature shows current state of each Relay Bypass.
User can control state of each Relay Bypass. Select
Enable RelayBypass1 and/or Enable RelayBypass2 to
enable each Relay Bypass to receive power.
Click Apply to save changed entries.
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Recording Settings
Select directory to store metadata le
Click Browse and select the location to which you want
to store metadata files.
Metadata Files Retention Options
There are two options provided for Metadata file
retention:
• Option 1: Auto Archive after set time Auto
archive metadata files after metadata retention
period, and save it to Archive metadata directory
• Option 2: Overwrite after set time Remove file
from metadata directory after metadata retention
period.
Metadata Files Retention Period
Set metadata retention time to Archive or Remove metadata
file from metadata directory.
NOTE: Users can set time from minimum 1 day to maximum
365 days.
Select directory to store Archived
metadata le
Click Browse and select the location to which you want to
store archive metadata files.
Click Apply to save changed entries.
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