Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems VORAD DRIVER User Manual
Bendix™ VORAD® VS-400
Driver Instructions
Bendix™ VORAD® Collision Warning System
Bendix™ SmartCruise® Adaptive Cruise Control
Bendix™ BlindSpotter® Side Object Detection
BW2769 (Formerly VODR0100)
May 2010
FCC Compliance Statement
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.
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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Warnings and Cautions
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Warnings & Cautions
WARNING
Improper use of this system could lead to a serious accident. Read this entire
Driver Instructions before operating the Bendix
Collision Warning System (CWS), Bendix™ SmartCruise® Adaptive Cruise
Control System or Bendix™ BlindSpotter Side Object Detection System. Pay
particular attention to the safety messages below. This manual should be
used in conjunction with proper training.
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VORAD® VS-400 Forward
Limitations of the Bendix™ VORAD® VS-400 Collision
Warning System
The Bendix™ VORAD® VS-400 Forward CWS, Bendix™ SmartCruise® Adaptive
Cruise Control System and Bendix™ BlindSpotter® Side Object Detection 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™
VORAD® VS-400 Forward Collision Warning 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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Warnings & Cautions
General Information
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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™ VORAD® VS-400 Forward Collision Warning System (CWS),
Bendix™ SmartCruise® Adaptive Cruise Control System or Bendix™
BlindSpotter Side Object Detection System is intended for commercial use.
Proper installation of a backup aid 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
FCC Compliance Statement ......................................................................................i
Warnings & Cautions .............................................................................................ii-iii
Overview ...................................................................................................................1
System Operation .....................................................................................................3
Collision Warning System .........................................................................................5
Vehicle Tracking ......................................................................................................12
User Option Settings ...............................................................................................14
Side Object Detection .............................................................................................19
Calculating Following Distance ................................................................................21
Preventive Maintenance ..........................................................................................22
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................23
Overview
Overview
The Bendix™ VORAD® VS-400 collision warning system is an advanced vehicle
on-board radar system that monitors traffi c conditions, warning the driver of
potentially hazardous driving situations.
The Bendix™ VORAD® VS-400 system can be confi gured with the following features:
• Collision Warning System only
• SmartCruise® Adaptive Cruise Control only
• Collision Warning and SmartCruise
The Collision Warning System tracks vehicles ahead of the host vehicle, warning
the driver with visual and audible indicators from the in-cab Driver Interface Unit
whenever following distances become unsafe.
SmartCruise® adaptive cruise control adjusts the vehicle’s cruise speed in order
to match the speed of detected traffi c ahead allowing the driver to maintain a safe
following distance while in cruise control.
The optional Side Object Detection system warns of unsafe lane changes by
detecting a vehicle that may be diffi cult to see in the adjacent lane.
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as a substitute for safe driving practices.
VORAD® VS-400 system should only be used as a driving aid and not
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System Components
Components
The Bendix™ VORAD® VS-400 system is comprised of two main components, the
Forward Looking Radar (FLR) and the Driver Interface Unit (DIU).
The optional Bendix™ BlindSpotter® Side Object Detection System includes a Side
Sensor (SS) and Side Sensor Display (SSD).
The FLR is located on the forward most position of the vehicle, centered on or near
the front bumper or grill of the vehicle. The DIU is mounted in the dash of the vehicle
within plain view and reach of the driver.
The Side Sensor is typically mounted along the passenger side of the vehicle. The
Side Sensor Display is located on the windshield pillar inside of the cab on the same
side of the vehicle as the sensor.
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System Operation
System Operation
The Bendix™ VORAD® VS-400 collision warning system is powered by the vehicle’s
ignition circuit and becomes active whenever the ignition key is switched to the ‘ON’
position.
Bendix™ SmartCruise® adaptive cruise control is automatically engaged whenever
the vehicle’s cruise control is activated. See Bendix™ SmartCruise® adaptive cruise
control section for more information.
Driver Interface Unit (DIU)
The driver interface unit provides visual and audible following alerts, along with
system status information. The DIU also provides a user interface for changing
system settings.
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System Operation
System Start Up
When the system is fi rst powered on, the DIU will display which features are
currently installed.
Note: Check with your OEM dealer if you are not sure which features are installed
on your system.
Radar Warm-up
During power-up, if the outside air temperature is below 32 degrees (0 degrees
Celsius) the system start up may be delayed for up to one minute until the forward
radar unit reaches operating temperature. During the warm up period, the DIU will
display a warm up message. Collision Warning and SmartCruise® adaptive cruise
control are not operational during warm up.
System Ready
When the system is operational, the DIU will display the status of the installed
functions, indicating which functions are currently active.
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