Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems BACKSPOTTER User Manual
Bendix™ BackSpotter® Rear
Collision Warning System
User / Installation Guide
Bendix™ BackSpotter® Rear Collision Warning System
BW2768 (Formerly VODR0038)
May 2010
General Information
Warnings and Cautions
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Improper use of this system could lead to a serious accident. Read this
entire Operating Manual/Installation Guide before operating the Bendix™
BackSpotter® system. Pay particular attention to the safety messages below.
This manual should be used in conjunction with proper training.
Limitations of Collision Warning Systems
The Bendix™ BackSpotter® rear collision warning system is intended solely as an
aid for an alert and conscientious professional driver. It is not to be used or relied
upon to operate a vehicle. The system should be used in conjunction with rear view
mirrors and other instrumentation to maintain safe operation of the vehicle, ground
personnel, and adjacent property. A vehicle equipped with the Bendix™ BackSpotter®
system should be operated in the same safe manner as if the system were not
installed. The system is not a substitute for normal safe driving procedures. It will
not compensate for any driver impairment, such as drugs, alcohol, or fatigue. Should
the system become inoperative, it could jeopardize the safety or lives of those who
depend on the system for safety.
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The system will not sense objects if the sensor view is obstructed. Therefore,
do not place objects in front of the system sensor. Remove heavy buildups of
mud, dirt, ice, and other materials.
Proper alignment is critical to correct operation of the system.
Testing and inspection of the system in accordance with these instructions
and record of the results should be listed on the daily maintenance report.
The units on operating vehicles must be tested each day (see the “Testing
and Maintenance” section) prior to the vehicle’s operation. Results of this test
must be recorded in the maintenance log.
People operating this equipment MUST check for proper operation at the
beginning of every shift or safety inspection period.
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General Information
WARNING
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People’s lives depend on the proper installation of this product in
conformance with these instructions. It is necessary to read, understand, and
follow all instructions shipped with the product.
Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result in property
damage, serious injury, or death.
The Bendix™ BackSpotter® system is intended for commercial use. Proper
installation of this system requires a good understanding of truck electrical
systems and procedures, along with profi ciency in the installation.
Store these instructions in a safe place and refer to them when maintaining
and/or reinstalling the product.
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Table of Contents
Warnings and Cautions ..............................................................................................i
Federal Communications Commission ......................................................................1
Product Description ...................................................................................................2
System Operation .....................................................................................................5
Object Detection Capability .......................................................................................6
Installation .................................................................................................................8
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................... 16
Specifi cations ..........................................................................................................18
Limited Warranty .....................................................................................................19
Maintenance ...........................................................................................................20
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FCC Compliance
Federal Communications Commission
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC (Federal Communications
Commission) rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must be able to
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation. Any interference that may be caused should be reported to the local FCC
fi eld offi ce or to the Federal Communications Commission; Enforcement Bureau;
445 12th Street S.W.; Room 7-C485; Washington, DC 20054.
WARNING
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Any changes or modifi cations made by the user to this equipment that are not
expressly approved by Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of all information in this
brochure. However, Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC makes no expressed
or implied warranty or representation based on the enclosed information. Errors or
omissions should be reported to: Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC, 901
Cleveland Street, Elyria, OH 44035 or 1-800-AIR-BRAKE (1-800-247-2725).
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Product Description
The Bendix™ BackSpotter® system is a standalone vehicle radar system specifi cally
designed to alert a driver to objects behind the vehicle when the vehicle’s
transmission is placed in reverse. The system detects both moving and stationary
objects in a pre-defi ned coverage area and warns the driver via visual indicators and
audible warning tones. The system is designed to supplement other safety practices
and is not to be the sole method of collision avoidance.
The Bendix™ BackSpotter® system consists of three components:
1. Rear sensor display mounted in the vehicle cab
2. Pulse-modulated rear mounted radar sensor
3. Interconnect harness
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Operation
Rear Sensor Display
The rear sensor display provides the driver with both visual and audible warnings
with the use of fi ve (5) LED indicators and audible warning tones from the built in
speaker.
A volume control button on the front right of the rear sensor display allows the driver
to adjust the audible signal to three different audible levels (Low, Medium, and High).
An ambient light sensor on the front of the rear sensor display automatically dims
the intensity of the LEDs (light emitting diodes) in low light conditions.
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In the event the system detects a failure, the rear sensor display will continuously
“fl ash” all fi ve LED indicators, as well as an audible warning signal. See the
“Troubleshooting” section in this manual for more information.
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Operation
Sensor Description
The radar sensor transmits and receives a low power 5.8 GHz radar signal. It
processes the returned signal to determine if an object is within the detection area
and reports this to the driver via the rear sensor display. The sensor’s fast response
time allows the driver to respond to dangerous situations immediately.
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The sensor has a maximum detection zone depth of approximately 15 feet (5
meters) from the face of the sensor. When the radar sensor detects an object within
its detection zone, a signal is sent from the sensor to the rear sensor display to warn
the driver of a potential collision.
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The table below shows how object detection is report to and displayed by the rear
sensor display from the sensor.
Condition LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 LED5 Speaker Distance from Object*
No Object off off off off off off More than 15'
Detected
Object off off off off on 1Hz beep Less than 15'
Detected
Object off off off on on 1Hz beep
Detected
Object off off on on on 2Hz beep
Detected
Object off on on on on 4Hz beep
Detected
Object on on on on on 8Hz beep Less than 10'
Detected
*Approximate distance
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