TABLE OF FIGURES. .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Important Safeguards and Warnings. .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
SD Download Kit Plus A ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 9
SD Download Kit Plus B ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 9
System Overview. ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 10
Front View. ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Accessing Video on 508-HD COMRAD™ (Hard Disk Drive). .................................................................................................................................................... 11
Mounting the System. ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Power Connector (CAB0000359) ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Using the Remote Control. ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Setup Menu Navigation: ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
System Configuration .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Recorded Video ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 16
System Settings. .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 18
DATE TIME. .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 18
GENERAL ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 19
REGISTER INFO ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
FORMAT ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 20
USER SECURITY ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 20
SYSTEM LOG ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 21
RECORD ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 22
CAMERA SETTINGS .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 24
RECORD SETTING. ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
SUB STREAM ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
OTHER SETTING ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 25
LOCAL .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 26
SERVER ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 26
MOBILE NETWORK................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 28
CAMERA ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 31
VOLTAGE ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 31
EXT. COM ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 32
SYSTEM INFORMATION. ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 33
SYSTEM .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 33
HISTORY ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 33
Using G4 Viewer. ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 37
Time Bar. ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 40
Calendar or Playback Interface. ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 41
System Settings.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 42
Saving a Clip. ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 42
Exporting a Clip............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 44
Export to an AVI File. ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 44
Playing Back a Video File. ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 46
Blurring an Image. ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 47
Camera Mounting and Connections. ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 49
Camera Installation. .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 49
Suggested Camera Locations. ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 51
FIGURE 9: DATE / TIME SETUP. ................................................................................................................................ 18
Digital Video Recorder; A DVR functions similarly to a VCR, except it uses a disk to record, as opposed to video-tapes.
H.264
H.264 contains a number of features that allow it to compress video much more effectively than older standards and
offers up to twice the compression of the current standards.
OSD
On Screen Display; Is an image superimposed on a screen picture commonly used to display information such as
volume; channel; time; status, etc. and can be used to change the specific values for all configurable options.
UTC
Coordinated Universal Time is a time standard based on International Atomic Time with leap seconds added at
irregular intervals to compensate for the Earth's slowing rotation.
HD
Denotes that the 508-HD system utilizes a state of the art mobile rated internal SATA hard disk drive.
Introduction.
Congratulations on the purchase of the Gatekeeper Systems 508-HD DVR. This Digital Video Recorder offers H.264 compression,
the same compression technique as used in Blue Ray disk players, which produces crystal clear, best in class, video imagery.
The 508-HD records to a removable Hard Disk Drive, The COMRAD™. Utilizing state of the art surface mount components the
508-HD is built to withstand the shock and vibration of vehicle operation. In order to play back the recorded video the 508-HD
utilizes custom video viewing software, “G4 Viewer”, which is a very easy to use application which allows users to quickly find the
video of interest and save a clip. With the press of a button users can print images and then send them to qualified staff.
The battery should be disconnected from the vehicle before working on the electrical system of the vehicle when installing,
servicing or removing Gatekeeper products.
All Gatekeeper employees or contractors who preform electrical work (install, service or remove a DVR, installing a backup
camera system for example) on a customer vehicle shall ensure that the battery in the vehicle is disconnected before work
commences.
Customers shall be responsible for addressing any systems on the bus which require attention as a result of disconnecting the
bus battery. This includes, but is not limited to, entering a radio theft code, programing radio stations etc.
Glossary.
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Remove Main Power Fuse or Disconnect Vehicle Batteries Prior To Any Electrical Work Or Jump Starting The Vehicle.
Firmware updates (available from www.gatekeeper-systems.com when released) are system specific, firmware updates
must only be applied to the 508-HD system. If this firmware is applied to any other Gatekeeper Systems DVR warranty
will be void.
The 508-HD has an operating temperature range of -40° C to +65° C. It is good practice to ensure that the 508-HD is
mounted in an area in which acceptable temperature ranges are experienced.
Do not remove the cover of the 508-HD series as this will void any warranty.
When a system has shipped with a GPS antenna, ensure that the GPS antenna is mounted externally on the roof of the
bus, magnetic side down.
Do not format the COMRAD™ HDD using Microsoft Windows.
Important Safeguards and Warnings.
The battery should be disconnected from the vehicle before working on the electrical system of the vehicle when installing,
servicing or removing Gatekeeper products.
All Gatekeeper employees or contractors who preform electrical work (install, service or remove a DVR, installing a
backup camera system for example) on a customer vehicle shall ensure that the battery in the vehicle is disconnected
before work commences.
Customers shall be responsible for addressing any systems on the bus that require attention as a result of disconnecting
the bus battery. This includes, but is not limited to, entering a radio theft code, programing radio stations etc.
If at any time there is a question about how to proceed, contact Gatekeeper Systems Inc. at 1-888-666-4833 or 604-8646187 immediately for directions.
Technical Bulletins and Product Tutorials can be found in the Gate section of www.gatekeeper-systems.com
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Review all installation documentation, including technical bulletins. Additional Resources;
Package Checklist.
508-HD Digital Video Recorder.
Sensor Cable: P/N: CAB000323
Dual Headed USB Cable
Power Cable: P/N: CAB000359
Power Line Fuse
Ignition Line Fuse
CAB000358
Fastening Screws
Key
CAB000310 Camera Adapter Cable.
CAB000362
4 PIN VIDEO OUT CABLE
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Download Kits
Gatekeeper Systems offers additional Download Kits which enhance the usability of the 508-HD. These download kits
have been designed to assist in the management; configuration and maintenance of the 508-HD.
SD Download Kit
Part Number = G4HDDLK
Contains:
remote control
CD with G4 Viewer
RC150 Cable (single RCA male to male)
CAB 000157 ((Video Alignment Cable)
SD Download Kit Plus A
Part Number = G4HDDLKA
G4HDDLK
Plus a 7” battery powered monitor
SD Download Kit Plus B
Part Number = G4HDDLKB
G4HDDLK
Plus an ICD = Interactive control display and cable.
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System Overview.
Figure 1: 508-HD Front View.
1. Hard Drive (COMRAD™) retention screws.
2. SD Card Cover. Ensure SD card is in correct orientation
for insertion.
3. USB Cover. An external USB stick can be used for
Saving/Uploading configurations; Updating the
system firmware and Downloading of recorded
video/event files.
4. LED Status Indicators.
HDD
When illuminated indicates that a HDD is
present.
SD
Displays if a SD card is present in the
system.
GPS
Illuminated when GPS signal is present
NET
Displays Network activity
HTR
When illuminated HDD Heater is active.
PWR
Illuminated when power present
REC
Illuminated when recording.
VLOSS
Flashes if Video Loss has occurred.
ALM
Signifies the 504HD has received an
Alarm input.
ERR
A Physical Hardware error.
5. IR Receiver. For receiving signals from the Remote
Control.
7. AV Out. Connects to External Display
6. Lock. Allows access to the HDD and can start & stop
recording of video.
8. HDD (COMRAD™)
Front View.
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Rear View.
Figure 2: 508-HD Rear View.
1. External connectors for GPS; 3G and WI-FI.
2. AV. Connects to CAB000358
3. Sensor Connector. Connects to CAB000353
4. USB. Used with the Dual Headed cable to connect
to COMRAD™
5. LAN connection.
6. Panel. Used as connection for Gatekeeper Systems
accessory; ICD.
7. Power Connection. Connects to CAB000359
Using the Dual-Headed USB cable provided attach the COMRAD™ using
its USB Port (2 in Figure 3) to a USB connection on the PC.
A message stating that windows needs to format the drive will appear up
to Three times, click on CANCEL each time.
Once the COMRAD™ has been connected to the computer it will show as
ready for use when the HDD indicator LED (1) is illuminated.
Using G4 viewer Click on the Hard Disk icon and the contents of the
COMRAD™ will be displayed
Accessing Video on 508-HD COMRAD™ (Hard Disk Drive).
Do not format the COMRAD™ HDD using Microsoft Windows.
To access video already recorded on the 508-HD COMRAD™ (hard diskdrive) using a USB connection the COMRAD™ must first
be removed from the 508-HD, ensure that the system has powered down fully prior to removing the COMRAD™.
To remove the COMRAD™ untighten the Two retaining screws, item 1 in Figure 1. Using the supplied Key, item 6 in Figure 1,
unlock the 508HD and then carefully slide out the COMRAD™.
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Figure 3: 508-HD COMRAD™ Rear View
GND (A) Input (Black): Connect to the negative terminal of the battery, -12V.
Ignition (B) (Yellow): Connect to vehicle ignition. +12V signal required to activate the 508-HD. Ensure that the provided 1
AMP In-Line fuse is used
Positive (C) (Red): Connect to the positive terminal of the battery, +12V. Ensure that the provided 15 AMP In-Line fuse is
used
Mounting the System.
Installation / Environmental Requirements.
The 508-HD has an operating temperature range of -40° C to +65° C. It is good practice to ensure that the 508-HD is mounted in
an area in which acceptable temperature ranges are experienced.
Please fully read and understand the following conditions to ensure the Warranty will not be voided.
1. The 508-HD operates between 8V ~ 36V. Please ensure a regulated, consistent power source is available for the 508-HD.
2. DO NOT remove any enclosures/covers associated with the 508-HD as this will void the warranty.
3. Remove the In-Line Power fuse prior to jump starting the vehicle.
4. Select a solid ground connection for the 508-HD.
5. Do Not use any third party accessories, unless approved by Gatekeeper Systems.
6. The 508-HD is designed for interior use only. Do not install in areas which are exposed to excessive moisture / wetness.
7. Mount 508-HD in a location which has good air-flow and is not subject to excessive heat/cold variations. Allow at least 6” of
clearance all around for effective cooling of the system.
8. Ensure that the 508-HD is mounted where it is not easily accessible by non-authorized personnel.
9. Ensure that ALL provided Split Looms are used around exposed cables. Grommets are to be used as directed by install sheet.
Failure to use provided Split Looms and Grommets will void the warranty.
10. Gatekeeper Systems provides Tek Screws with which to mount the 508-HD, these have been tested and are approved for
mounting.
Power Connection.
The supplied fuses MUST be used, failure to protect the system with the correct value fuse may lead to the warranty being voided.
The 1AMP fuse must be installed as close as possible to the source on the Yellow Ignition wire on CAB000359
The 15AMP fuse must be installed as close as possible to the source on the Red (+12V) wire on CAB000359
Power Connector (CAB0000359)
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Figure 4: Sensor Connection Example
SENSORS on CAB000323 have been connected to specific
inputs for activation (SET) when +12v is applied.
In Figure 5: S1, BRAKE, has been set to HIGH (+12V) with
ALARM ON. When BRAKE is activated a signal will be sent to
the designated sensor on CAB000323 (S1) and video will
begin to record and the resulting video will be “Marked”
making retrieval and viewing using G4 Viewer easier.
To set individual Sensors use the remote control to Enable
and then type in the required NAME, please note that there is
a Six character limit for the NAME of a Sensor and a Two
character limit for the OSD (On Screen Display).
Once Sensors have been set, Click SAVE.
Figure 5: Sensor Setup.
CAB000323
Sensor Wire and Color
Sensor
OSD Name
SENSOR_IN1 (Red)
Brake
BK
SENSOR_IN2 (Red)
Warning Lights
WN
SENSOR_IN3 (Red)
Stop Arm
SA
SENSOR_IN4 (Red)
Door
DR
SENSOR_IN5 (Red)
Left Turn
LT
SENSOR_IN6 (Red)
Right Turn
RT
SENSOR_IN7 (Red)
Not Assigned
Blank
SENSOR_IN8 (Red)
Not Assigned
Blank
Sensors
The 508-HD allows for up to six sensor inputs, all of which are user configurable, with Sensor 1, 2 and 3 being pre-configured in
the DVR, see table below. The wire from these Six sensor connections are approximately Five meters long.
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The Driver Alert Panel is connected to CAB000323.
CAB000323 has two bundles of wires labeled 485–3 and 485-4.
Connect the Driver Alert Panel to bundle 485-3.
Connect the Driver Alert Panel to bundle 485-3 as follows:
CAB000323
DRIVER ALERT CABLE
RED +5V
RED 5V
BLACK GND
BLACK GND
BROWN 485A
WHITE 485A
BROWN/WHITE 485B
GREEN 485B
Mode
STANDARD
COM1
NONE (232-1)
COM2
NONE (232-2)
COM3
CONTROL PANEL (485-3)
COM4
ACCELERATION (485-4)
GPS
The 508-HD can be outfitted with an optional GPS module. For optimum results it is recommended that the GPS module be
exterior mounted utilizing the magnetic base with the cable protected by a suitable grommet.
If it is not possible/practical to have the GPS module exterior mounted, the GPS module must be mounted internally with a direct
line of sight vertically skyward.
Driver Alert Button.
A Driver Alert Panel is available as an optional accessory for the 508-HD. The Driver Alert Panel must be installed using the
provide Tek screws. The Driver Alert allows for the driver of the vehicle to press the button and mark the recorded video with an
Alert. This makes searching for Alerts far faster and easier as G4 viewer can be set to display Alarms/Alerts.
The Driver Alert Panel requires setting up in the configuration of the 508-HD. Navigate to System Settings Peripheral
Ext.Com Setup. Select the following options:
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Using the Remote Control.
Use the ARROW keys to move between selections, input fields and icons.
Press ENTER to select.
And EXIT to return. Next and previous is also used to increase or decrease volume
when at live or search screens.
Use the numbers to input Values during system setup, Screen, or switch through the
channels in live and playback.
Plus and Minus are used to increase or decrease setup values one by one.
Figure 6: Remote Control.
Numeric Keypad
[0-9] keys: When used during setup, number keys are used to key in values.
For viewing channels 1, 2, 3 and 4 use 1, 2, 3 and 4 on numeric keypad respectively.
[+], [-] keys: During setup, plus and minus are used to select next or previous values.
Setup Menu Navigation:
▲ ▼: Up, Down directional keys: Moves selection up and down in setup menu.
► ◄: Left, Right directional keys: Moves cursor left or right in setup menu.
[ENTER] key: During setup, used to select and/or save an entry. During Playback ENTER will display the System information via the OSD
overlay menu.
Username = 0 Password =88888888
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Recorded Video menu option allows for the local playback of previously recorded video files, either by
Recorded Search, or, Event Files.
The Second menu, System Settings , involves configuration of Networks/Wireless/Cellular, as well as
advanced settings for Events/Alarms, etc.
The Third menu, System Information, gives detailed information in regards to System Settings; History; GPS
and Wi-Fi Modules (if fitted).
When Record Search has been selected a secondary window will appear with
several options, Figure 7.
1. SOURCE: This can be set to HDD or, if fitted, SD. By default the 508-HD will
search the internal HDD
2. TYPE: Options here are for recorded files. Options are ALL or Alarm.
3. DATE: Use the remote control to enter the required date of the video you
wish to search for. Dates which have recorded video will be highlighted in
Green.
Once the selections have been made highlight SEARCH and press enter on the remote control.
In the window which now appears options and information regarding the recorded
video will be displayed.
1. CHANNEL: Displays the number of channels for which there is recorded
video; 1-4 and 5-8.
2. NO VIDEO; LOCK; NORMAL and ALARM: Displays the status of each
channel in regards to recorded video.
3. TIME: Displays the Start; Intermediate and End time of the recorded video.
4. CH1; CH2; CH3; CH4: Displays which channel currently has the focus for
playback. Use the Down Arrow on the remote control to select the channel
required.
5. START TIME: Enter the Start Time of the required Search.
6. END TIME: Enter the End Time of the required Search.
7. REPLAY; UNLOCK; EXPORT; EXIT: Select the required option using the
Arrow Keys on the Remote Control. Once the selection is highlighted,
press the Enter button on the remote control.
System Configuration
The 508-HD utilizes a simple three option menu system.
Recorded Video
Recorded Video has two sub-menu’s; REC. SEARCH and EVENT FILES.
REC. SEARCH.
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Figure 7: REC Search.
REPLAY: Plays back the selected channels video file(s)
EXPORT: Exports the selected file to an external USB drive. Once selected a progress
dialog window will appear.
UNLOCK: Unlocks the selected video file, this allows the 504HD to over-write previously write protected file(s).
Once Event Files has been selected an Event Search window will appear. This window
allows for the selecting of File Type, e.g. Panic Button (Driver Alert Button) and a
specific date. As with All Files, the Calendar at the top of the screen will have dates
highlighted if they contain Event Markers.
DATE: will always display the current days date. This date can be changed by using the
remote control to enter the required date for the Event File required.
IO ALARM
Displays Alarms triggered by Stop Arm, Warning Lights, Brake, etc. These Alarms are
configured in System Settings Event Sensor.
ACCELERATION
Displays Events generated by the G-Sensor configuration. System Settings Event
Acceleration
SPEED
Displays Events recorded generated by the configuration of System Settings Event
Speed.
TEMP ALARM
Displays Events recorded generated by the configuration of System Settings Event
Temperature.
MD ALARM
Motion Detection. NOT SUPPORTED
BD ALARM
Blind Detection. NOT SUPPORTED
VL ALARM
Displays Events recorded generated by Video Loss. Video Loss needs to be enabled for this
event to be recorded.
PANIC BUTTON
Records and Event based on the drivers pressing of the Driver Alert Panel button. The
Driver Alert Panel can be configured to Mark a specified amount of time prior and after the
Driver Alert Panel button being pressed.
The search was set for ALL and the result of the search displays the
two events VL (Video Loss) and Over Speed. Both of these events have
been selected in this screen as can be seen by the X listed under the
SEL column. With a USB drive connected to the front of the 508-HD
Export can now be selected using the remote control.
A dialog window will appear displaying the status of the Export.
EVENT FILES.
Video files which have had an Alarm Action or Event associated can be exported to an external USB drive by using the Event Files
menu option under Recorded Video. The Event Files search is very similar in use to All Files.
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Figure 8: Event Search.
DATE FORMAT.
Once highlighted press the ENTER key on the remote control. Date Format has to be manually entered. Once
highlighted, press the ENTER key on the remote control and enter the date in the expected format. Once
completed highlight the symbol and press the Enter key on the remote control. Highlight the Save button
and press Enter.
Options: YYYY-MM-DD; MM/DD/YYYY; DD/MM/YYYY.
Default:
MM/DD/YYYY
TIME FORMAT
Time format can be selected between 12HR and 24HR (Military Time). If 12HR is selected the option for
AM/PM must be set to the correct setting to reflect the time of setup, e.g. 3:45 PM for an afternoon setup.
Default:
12HR
TIME SYNC
SOURCE
Determines where the system will get its time from.
NONE: Time has to be manually input.
GPS: An approved GPS module must be connected. Once GPS has been selected and the option SAVED,
there may be a slight time delay as the system sync’s with the GPS satellites.
NTP: Reserved for future development.
Options. NONE; GPS; NTP.
Default:
GPS
TIME ZONE
There are 24 Zones available from the Drop Down menu. Ensure that the correct zone for the location is
chosen at time of installation. Failure to set the correct time zone will lead to the time stamp on the
recorded video being out by X number of hours.
Default:
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DST
Daylight Saving Time will only display if DST has been set to ON. To change the value highlight and use the
ENTER button on the remote control. Once the required option has been set, highlight SAVE and press
Enter.
Default:
ON
DST MODE
Within this menu section there are Two options: Auto and Manual. If Manual is selected the start date and
End date for DST must be entered.
Default:
Auto
When Date Time has been set for 24HR; GPS with DST ON the
dialog window will display as shown in Figure 9. Should different
options be chosen, e.g. NTP for Synchronization, the window will
appear with different user options.
System Settings.
Under System Settings there are Five sub menu each with their own sub-menu system.
DATE TIME.
There are multiple options which the user can select within Date/Time.
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Figure 9: Date / Time Setup.
GENERAL
On/Off Type
Options: Ignition/Timer/Ignition or Timer.
Determines how the 508-HD begins power up.
Default: Ignition
Shutdown Delay
Determines how long the 508-HD will continue to record after the Ignition signal has been
lost. Can be set from 0 to 24 hours in 00:00:00 format. Please note that the onscreen
display will display the shutdown delay in seconds.
Default: 00:00:05
Idle Time
Determines how long the on-screen display will continue to show menu items without any
input from the user. Use the remote control to highlight the input box and use the numeric
keys on the remote to enter the required value. Format 30-300 SEC.
Default: 30
Event Files Auto Export.
Event Files can be automatically download if this menu option is set to ON. Please Note: Only
Event Files for the current day will be downloaded to the USB drive via the 508-HD’s front
connection; e.g. if Todays date is 01/02/2013 then ONLY event files dated 01/02/2013
will be automatically downloaded to the external USB drive.
Once a USB drive has been connected to the front of the 508-HD press the F1 button on
the remote control to initiate auto-download.
Default: OFF
Aspect Ratio
4:3 and 16:9 options are available.
Default: 4:3
Transparency
Options 0%; 25%; 50% or 75%
Determines the level of transparency of the OSD against the underlying live camera view.
Default: 25%
Register Info displays information in regards how the system is currently configured.
Unit S/N: This is the serial number of the 508-HD
and is read from an encrypted chip. This value
cannot be edited.
UNIT ID: User defined Identifier of the 508-HD
system. Numeric values only.
Company Name: The name of company, Press the
arrow key on the remote control and highlight this
Option and then input the name of the company.
Vehicle NO. The designated number of the vehicle.
Driver/Route: The drivers name and route.
Device ID: This is very important for Vehicles which are configured for Wireless. The Device ID is used by network software
to access and talk with a specific 508-HD.
REGISTER INFO
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Use this feature to format devices ready for use with the 508-HD. Use the remote control to
highlight the required option and then press Enter to open the Options drop down window.
Please note that Format will erase all data from the device being formatted. This erased
data cannot be retrieved.
Device:
Options: HDD; USB; Mirror SD
HDD is the internal Hard Disk Drive.
USB: Any USB device connected to the front of the 508-HD
Mirror SD: Reserved for future development.
Function:
Options: Fast Format; Slow Format
Sets the security level for various users. The Password Must be Eight characters/digits.
Please Note: If the Administrator password is Forgotten/Lost retrieval requires a call to Gatekeeper Systems
technical support for reset.
Password Enable
Options: ON / OFF
User Level
Options: Administrator/Power User/User
Determines
Password
Enter the required new Eight character password.
FORMAT
UPGRADE
Important: When updating firmware on a GSI 508-HD system ONLY use the approved and up to date firmware. Once the
firmware has been successfully updated, the system will automatically restart. It is essential for this restart to take place.
Once a firmware update and configuration has been loaded into the DVR, the configuration must be checked for
correctness. If discrepancies are found the necessary changes must be manually made to the configuration.
1. Log In to The Gate section of www.gatekeeper-systems.com and download the correct firmware for the GSI 508-HD
system. Please refer to the appropriate firmware “Release Notes” for specific file information.
2. Save this file to a USB Storage Device. The file must be saved to a folder named dvrupgrade. DO NOT place the firmware
anywhere else or the upgrade will fail. The file will be in a .sw format and should not be renamed or changed in any way.
3. Double check that the file name of the downloaded firmware has not been changed by the internet browser. If additional
characters such as brackets or numbers have been added, manually remove these from the file name.
4. Go to the recorder on the vehicle. Connect a portable monitor (or ICD Assembly) to the GSI 508-HD system. Turn the bus
ignition on. This should power the unit on automatically.
5. Using the remote control or ICD, enter the user name and password. Refer to technical documentation for username and
password information.
6. Insert the USB Storage Device into the front of the GSI 508-HD unit.
7. Using the arrow buttons, go to the System Settings > Config > Export Config > Are You Sure You Want to Export Local
Config (select yes). If this is successful, a window will appear that states “Export Success”. The config will now be saved to
the USB Storage Device.
8. Using the arrow buttons, go to “System Settings > Upgrade”.
9. Arrow down to “Upgrade” and select ENTER. If you see the message “No External Storage”, reseat the USB Storage
Device and try again. During the upgrade the LED’s on the front of the unit will flash all at once for approximately 3
seconds and then go out. This pattern of flashes will repeat until the update is completed. The upgrade may take several
minutes.
10. Once the upgrade has been completed, press EXIT on the remote until you see the unit restarting. At this point, the 508-
HD will restart automatically.
11. Once the system has restarted, go to System Settings > Config > Import. Confirm the import and wait for the message
stating “Import successful”. Exit the system menus and the unit will need to restart once again.
12. Once the unit is restarted, check to ensure that all video channels are still functioning. To check the firmware version, use
the arrow buttons and go to System Settings > Upgrade and check the “Current Version”.
USER SECURITY
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RE-ENTER
Enter the same password exactly as entered in the previous Password input box.
Please Note: When the Password has been entered and prior to the RE-ENTER password
being entered an error message will display stating Password Inconsistent. This message
will remain until the RE-ENTER password box has been completed and the OK button at the
bottom of the screen has been selected.
CONFIG.
Within the Config menu there are options to Reset to Default; Export the current configuration and Import a
previously saved configuration from another 508-HD.
DEFAULT:
Restores the 508-HD to factory default settings.
RESET ALL
HISTORY INFO.
Resets all History. No History information remains after selecting this option and Pressing YES
on the confirmation window.
EXPORT:
Exports the current configuration. Use a USB drive connected to the front of the 508-HD to
download Export the configuration too. The configuration file name will be saved as
MDVRCFG.CFG This file name MUST not be changed or any 508-HDwhich you attempt to Import
this configuration too will not see the file.
IMPORT:
Imports a previously saved configuration from another 508-HD. Use a USB drive connected to
the front of the 508-HD for the Importing of the configuration file.
Config dialog window displays options regarding the configuration files of the 504HD.
Within System Log there are two options; Export System Log and Delete System Log.
Export System Log:
Exports the System log to an external USB drive connected to the front of the 508-HD.
Delete System Log:
Deletes the System Log. If selected a confirmation window will appear.
When selected this will export the Blackbox data to an attached USB drive.
The data contained within the Blackbox is GPS and Sensor information. A
custom program has to be created to display this information.
SYSTEM LOG
BLACKBOX FILE.
GEO FENCING
Reserved for Future development.
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Figure 10: Config Screen
RECORD.
Video Type
Options: NTSC or PAL
Default: NTSC
Record Mode
Options: General; Timer or Event.
General:
The 508-HD will begin recording upon power up.
Timer:
The 508-HD will begin recording at the time specified in the Timer Record menu based
on the schedule
Event:
When an Event has been triggered the 508-HD will record. To set an Event to record
go to System Settings Event to set triggers.
Default: General
Normal Rec Rate
Options: Normal or I Frame.
Normal
The 508-HD will begin to record according to the configuration of the settings in the
Record Setting menu.
I Frame
The 508-HD will begin recording at 1 frame per second to conserve disk space,
however, if an event is triggered the 508-HD will record at the frame rate specified
within the Record Setting menu.
Default: Normal
RECORD FILE TIME (MIN)
Sets the length in minutes of the recorded video file. This cannot currently be changed from the
default of 15 minutes.
ALARM DURATION
Determines the duration for which an Alarm will record.
ALARM POST REC
Determines the duration for how long an Alarm will record for after it has been activated.
BUZZER TIME(SEC)
Can be set to 15, 30, 45, 60 or Always.
There are Two pages of options within the Record Options menu.
Figure 11: Record Settings.
OPTIONS 1.
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OPTIONS 2.
METADATA CAPTURE
Reserved for future development
HDD / SD OVERWRITE
Options: ON / OFF
ON:
When the Hard Disk Drive has less than 8G, the 508-HD will
begin to delete the oldest recorded files until the HDD available
space is equal to, or over 15GB. Alarm files will remain as they
are in a locked state.
OFF:
508-HD will stop recording when HDD is full, (less than 500MB).
You must replace the HDD or delete files manually for the 508HD to begin recording again.
Default: ON
LOCKED FILE RETENTION(DAY)
Options: 7, 10, 15, 20, 30, 45 days.
Determines the length of time, in days, which a recorded file
triggered by an alarm will be “Locked”, Read-Only. Once the specified
amount of time has elapsed the file can be deleted.
Default: 15
PRE-RECORDING SWITCH
Reserved for future development
ALARM PRE-REC. TIME(1-60)MIN
Determines the length of the file before and after an Event has been triggered, e.g.
if Alarm Pre-Rec Time is set to 30 minutes an Event which was triggered at
10:00am would generate a saved file showing video from 9:30am to 10:30am.
MIRROR SD CARD POSITION
Options: External/Internal
INTERNAL: Reserved for future development
EXTERNAL: Reserved for future development
MIRROR REC. TO SD CARD
Options: OFF/MAIN/SUB
OFF No Backup created
MAIN Backs up video files to Internal SD card.
SUB Backs up video files to Internal SD card.
The OSD Overlay options controls what will be displayed on the On Screen Display and Recorded Video. The value can either be
ON or OFF, except for position which has a TOP or BOTTOM option.
LIVEVIEW controls what will be visible when the output of the 508-HD is viewed either via the ICD accessory, or, the RCA output
connection on the front of the Digital Video Recorder.
If IMAGE is set to ON then the recorded video will display this information as part of the playback when viewed via G4 Viewer.
ITEMS
LIVEVIEW
IMAGE
POSITION
DATE/TIME
ON/OFF
ON/OFF
TOP/BOTTOM
ALARM
ON/OFF
ACCEL. DATA
ON/OFF
TEMPERATURE
ON/OFF
FIRMWARE VERSION
ON/OFF
GPS INFO
ON/OFF
CH NAME
ON/OFF
VEHICLE NO.
ON/OFF
ON/OFF
SPEED
FIXED/OFF/TRIGGER
ON/OFF
OSD OVERLAY
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CAMERA SETTINGS
Camera Setting options controls what will be displayed on the On Screen
Display and/or what will be recorded. The Enable value can either be ON or
OFF. If CH1, 2, 3 through to 8 value is set to ON the text entered into the
NAME field will display on the OSD.
If Audio is set to ON recorded video will have associated audio recorded with
that video.
Live controls whether specific channels Video/Audio will be available using Live
View.
IP Intercom is currently reserved for future development.
It is recommended that LIVE AUDIO is left at its default value of OFF.
RES
Options
D1 704×480
HD1 704×240
CIF 352×240
FPS
Options
1 – 30. The maximum frame rate available is
dependent upon the RES setting. With 8 cameras
at D1 maximum frame rate is 15 FPS
Normal
Quality
Options
1 – 8. 1 is best quality.
Alarm
Quality
Options
1 – 8. 1 is best quality. Alarm is for Alarm
recordings
RECORD SETTING.
Figure 12: Camera Settings.
SUB STREAM
RESERVED FOR FUTURE DEVELOPMENT.
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SCHEDULE
DATE
OPTIONS:
Single Day:
EVERY:
WKD:
******:
Select a day of the week for the schedule to run.
Applies a schedule to every day of the week
Runs the schedule based on the days selected in Workday From
Suspends the selected schedule.
SCHEDULE 1
00:00-00:00
Input the Start Time and End time for the scheduled recording.
TYPE
OPTIONS:
BD:
MD:
NORMAL:
ALARM:
Reserved for future development.
Reserved for future development.
The 508-HD will record as normal.
The 508-HD will record Events ONLY during the time specified in
the schedule.
SCHEDULE 2
00:00-00:00
This defines the schedule for a second cycle on the same day if
required.
TYPE
OPTIONS:
BD:
MD:
NORMAL:
ALARM:
Reserved for future development.
Reserved for future development.
The 508-HD will record as normal.
The 508-HD will record Events ONLY during the time specified in
the schedule.
WORKDAY
FROM
OPTIONS:
SUN; MON;
TUE; WED;
THU; FRI;
SAT.
Select the days to START and END a schedule.
BOOT UP DEFAULT LIVE
Options:
Liveview/CP3
Liveview is utilized when a portable
device such as a DVD player is
connected via an RCA connector to
either of the AV Out connectors (front
and rear) on the 508-HD for initial setup
and configuration.
CP3 is an internal name for the ICD
which is an accessory available from
Gatekeeper Systems, also used for initial
setup and configuration.
EXPORT MINI PLAYER
Exports the Mini Player application to an
attached USB drive.
IMPORT TTS FILE
TTS is a voice report system file, used in
conjunction with WCMS. Reserved for
future development.
OTHER SETTING
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1. IP. This is the IP Address for which the 508-HD has
been pre-configured.
2. SUB. The subnet the 508-HD will be using.
3. GATE. When an external Wi-Fi module is being utilized,
Gateway address has been pre-configured to allow
communication between the 508-HD and the
network.
4. Client Port and Web Port. These are the ports which
will be need to be opened to allow communication of
the 508-HD to the network.
5. DNS. Allows communication between the 508-HD
and the host network.
6. MAC Address. The MAC address of the 508-HD
CENTER SERVER 1
OPTIONS
Cable Net
Select this option when a CAT5/6 cable is directly connected from a
PC/Server to the 508-HD, or, when using an external Wi-Fi radio.
Mobile Net
Allows connection to the 508-HD via 2G/3G cellular networks.
Wi-Fi Net
Select this value when the 508-HD is going to use the internal Wi-Fi module for
communications.
MESSAGE SERVER
OPTIONS
Domain Name
If a fully qualified domain name is available, this option can be utilized. Enter the
FQDN in the text entry box below this option.
Static IP
If a dedicated IP address can be assigned this option can be selected. If this
option is selected enter the IP address of the server in the text box below. The
IP address must use all digits contained within the octet. For example, if the
server has an IP address of 10.5.0.100 the digits entered into the IP address
text box would be in the following format: 010.005.000.100
PORT
This should be left at its default value.
NETWORK.
The NETWORK menu is sub-divided into Five sub-menu’s; LOCAL; SERVER; WIFI; MOBILE NETWORK and FTP SETTINGS. Each of
these sub-menu’s are configurable by the user.
LOCAL
Local settings are used to allow the 508-HD to have network connectivity either through an external wi-fi module, or, direct
connection to a network switch/hub.
Please consult with your I.T. department for all required information relating to IP; DNS Server, etc. if connecting the 508-HD
directly to a network
SERVER
The IP address’ shown are for example only. Please consult with your I.T. department for all required information relating to IP;
DNS Server, etc.
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Figure 13: Local Network Settings.
MEDIA SERVER
OPTIONS
Domain Name
If a fully qualified domain name is available, this option can be utilized. Enter the
FQDN in the text entry box below this option.
Static IP
If a dedicated IP address can be assigned this option can be selected. If this
option is selected enter the IP address of the server in the text box below. The
IP address must use all digits contained within the octet. For example, if the
server has an IP address of 10.5.0.100 the digits entered into the IP address
text box would be in the following format: 010.005.000.100
PORT
This should be left at its default value.
CENTER SERVER 2
OPTIONS
Cable Net
Select this option when a CAT5/6 cable is directly connected from a
PC/Server to the 508-HD, or, when using an external Wi-Fi radio.
Mobile Net
Allows connection to the 508-HD via 2G/3G cellular networks.
Wi-Fi Net
Select this value when the 508-HD is going to use the internal Wi-Fi module
for communications.
MESSAGE SERVER
OPTIONS
Domain Name
If a fully qualified domain name is available, this option can be utilized. Enter the
FQDN in the text entry box below this option.
Static IP
If a dedicated IP address can be assigned this option can be selected. If this
option is selected enter the IP address of the server in the text box below. The
IP address must use all digits contained within the octet. For example, if the
server has an IP address of 10.5.0.100 the digits entered into the IP address
text box would be in the following format: 010.005.000.100
PORT
This should be left at its default value.
MEDIA SERVER
OPTIONS
Domain Name
If a fully qualified domain name is available, this option can be utilized. Enter the
FQDN in the text entry box below this option.
Static IP
If a dedicated IP address can be assigned this option can be selected. If this
option is selected enter the IP address of the server in the text box below. The
IP address must use all digits contained within the octet. For example, if the
server has an IP address of 10.5.0.100 the digits entered into the IP address
text box would be in the following format: 010.005.000.100
PORT
This should be left at its default value.
The IP address’ shown are for example only. Please consult with your I.T. department for all required information relating to IP;
DNS Server, etc.
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If Wi-Fi is enabled, I.E. using an internal Wi-Fi card, there are two
options once enable has been selected:
Client:
Sets the 508-HD as a client on the network. Once
selected GET IP Type will become available with two
options; Static IP and Dynamic IP. If Static is chosen
complete the required fields for IP; SUB; and
Gateway.
AP:
When AP is selected only the IP and SUB fields
require population with the required information.
ESSID:
ESSID only becomes active once the PASSWORD
ENABLE option has been chosen. Enter the required
ESSID, network name, for the wireless network.
Figure 14: WI-FI Settings.
PASSWORD ENABLE
Options:
WEP
WPA
Module Type
Options
NONE; CDMA; EVDO; WCDMA; EDGE; TD-SCDMA
If EVDO is chosen, a secondary dialog window will appear with options for 2G3G / 2G / 3G.
Default: None
Active Mode
Options
Always; Call/SMS; Sensor. If Call/SMS is selected a secondary dialog window will appear
where up-to three phone numbers can be entered.
Dial Parameter
Intercom Settings
Reserved for future development.
WIFI
Wi-Fi can be configured for use of an internal Wi-Fi card, if installed, or for when an external Wi-Fi radio is being utilized. If an
external Wi-Fi radio is being used Wi-Fi ENABLE must be set to OFF.
If an internal wireless module is being utilized, please consult with your Information Technology department for all relevant IP; DNS;
Gateway and subnet information.
MOBILE NETWORK.
Please note: This function is currently reserved for future development.
If a mobile network is to be configured, the 508-HD will require the installation of a SIM card, this must be done at time of
purchase of the 508-HD from Gatekeeper Systems as disassembly of the 508-HD in the field will void the warranty.
FTP SETTINGS
Not Supported
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S1; S2 and S3 are pre-defined and factory defaults are set for BRK
(Brakes); WRN (Warning Lights) and STPARM (Stop Arm). S7 and S8
are currently unassigned and reserved for future development.
The OSD setting is limited to two characters.
It is recommended that SET remain at its factory defaults of HIGH.
Alarm determines if the Alarm LED will flash when the Sensor is activated.
LOCK sets if the recorded video file created by the sensor will be protected from being over-written.
On the second page of Sensor Configuration the actions which will
occur when a Sensor Trigger has been activated can be set.
In the example on the right, when SENSOR 1 is activated Channel 3
will be recorded and displayed full screen on playback.
FULL SCREEN options can be set for CH1 through CH8, CH1- CH4;
CH5 - CH8 or NONE.
EVENT.
SENSOR
Sensor setup consists of two pages of options which are user definable.
ALARM OUTPUT
THIS FEATURE IS CURRENTLY NOT SUPPORTED.
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Figure 15: Sensor Settings/Actions.
Once the SPEED menu has been accessed, Speed Source can be selected
as either Vehicle or GPS. If Vehicle is selected please consult the
documentation which came with your vehicle to see how to set up this
connection. Please note: If Vehicle is selected this method is un-supported
by Gatekeeper Systems.
If an approved GPS module has been fitted select GPS as the Speed
Source.
Speed Unit can be set to either MPH or KPH, select the correct Speed
Unit for your location.
To enable Speed check select the Enable menu and set to ON.
Next for either LOWSPEED or OVERSPEED set the THRESHOLD value. Use
the Numeric keypad on the remote control to set the required values.
To have an Alarm be registered when the THRESHOLD value has been
reached or exceeded, set the ALARM option to ON.
Once all selections have been made, highlight the OK button and press
ENTER on the remote control.
If the 508-HD has been fitted with an internal Inertia, G, Sensor this can
be setup with independent values for X, Y and Z axis, these can be set to
the requirements of the individual customer.
The Inertia sensor can be tested by accessing the ACCELERATION
Button, System Sensor Acceleration. Once the 508-HD has been
installed click on the Calibrate button (B).
After the Inertia sensor has been Setup ensure it is enabled by selecting
ON from the Drop down menu (A). Once selected press the SAVE button.
SPEED
There are numerous options available for setting within the Speed option. Some of these options are only available after
other selections have been made. Please Note: An approved GPS antenna is required for the 508-HD to receive satellite signals
for speed.
ACCELERATION.
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Figure 16: Speed.
Figure 17: Acceleration.
TEMPERATURE.
If Temperature is enabled in the configuration of the 508-HD and the
ALARM setting has been set to ON, the output can be viewed as part of the
Device Status within G4 viewer, or, by selecting Event Files within the
Recorded Video menu option.
Motion Detection and Blind are not currently supported.
With Video Loss enabled, if there is a problem with the video feed from
the camera the 508-HD will detect this. With VL Enabled and Alarm set
to ON when there is Video Loss detected the OSD will display an Alarm
warning.
Low Voltage Protection is OFF by default. If Enabled Highs; Lows and
Measurements in-between will be displayed as part of the Device Status
within G4 viewer.
Determines if the Driver Alert Button will activate an alarm when pressed
by the driver of the vehicle.
If Alarm is set to ON a marker will appear as part of the OSD and video
playback file.
LOCK sets if the video file produced will be overwritten when the
COMRAD™ has reached its capacity.
CAMERA
VOLTAGE
EMERGENCY EVENT.
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Figure 18: Emergency Event.
PERIPHERAL.
COM1 and COM2 are reserved for RS232 connections and are
currently not supported.
COM3. This relates to 485-3 (Driver Alert Button) on CAB000323.
PTZ
RESERVED FOR FUTURE DEVELOPMENT.
EXT. COM
SMART BATTERY.
RESERVED FOR FUTURE DEVELOPMENT.
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In the System sub menu the System Info dialog box will display relevant
information in regards to the firmware version currently installed on the 508HD.
HDD/SD information will also be displayed and this will show the total size of
the HDD and the amount of disk space remaining.
Once this information has been viewed highlight and select the OK button to
return back to the menu.
History dialog box Page One display’s the Highest Speed recorded by the
vehicle and also the Total Mileage since the last time this value was cleared.
To Clear a value use the remote control to highlight the word Clear to the
Right of the relevant section and then press Enter on the remote control.
History dialog box Page Two display’s the Highest Shock as registered by the
vehicle and also the Lowest Voltage since the last time this value was cleared.
To Clear a value use the remote control to highlight the word Clear to the
Right of the relevant section and then press Enter on the remote control.
SYSTEM INFORMATION.
There are Five sub-menu’s listed under the System Information Menu.
System; Dial Status; History; Modules; Battery Info.
SYSTEM
Figure 19: System Info.
DIAL STATUS.
Within this informational window Mobile Network information will be displayed, such as; Module Status; Roaming Status; Dial
Status; Data sent and received, etc.
HISTORY
The History informational page is divided into Three separate dialog windows.
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History dialog box Page Three display’s the Highest and Lowest Temperature
as registered by the vehicle since the last time this value was cleared.
To Clear a value use the remote control to highlight the word Clear to the
Right of the relevant section and then press Enter on the remote control.
Modules displays system status information in regards to additional
hardware, I.E. GPS and WIFI Modules
MODULES
BATTERY INFO.
RESERVED FOR FUTURE DEVELOPMENT.
Figure 20: Modules.
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To begin the installation of the G4 viewer from
gatekeeper Systems Inc. double click on the
G4_Viewer_XXXX.exe file (where XXXX = the version
number). Set up will now begin.
Accept the default location for the program install. Click
Next.
Overview.
Gatekeeper Systems G4 Viewer offers un-paralleled video management with the added functionality of image blurring. Targeted
areas of the recorded video can be selected and marked as Blurred, ensuring anonymity of bystanders. Clips can be saved locally,
as AVI, or, exported with a stand-alone mini-player. Video can be viewed by File List or by Event List making finding an incident
easier than ever before.
G4 viewer is compatible with Microsoft Vista; Microsoft Windows 7 and Microsoft Windows 8. Microsoft XP is not supported as
Microsoft has deemed it to be End-Of-Life.
INSTALLATION.
PLEASE NOTE: The installation of G4 Viewer must be completed under an account which has
Administrator rights. For more information on this, please speak with your Information
Technology contact.
This section will describe how to install Gatekeeper Systems Inc. G4 Viewer. Please read before beginning the install.
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In the window which appears next make sure that “Don’t
create a Start Menu Folder” is not checked.
Click Next.
Select “Create a Desktop Icon” and click Next.
A window stating Ready To Install will appear, click on
Install.
An Install Progress window will appear.
Once Setup has completed the Completing The G4
Viewer Setup Wizard will appear.
Ensure Launch G4 Viewer is selected and click on Finish.
G4 Icon will now be placed upon the desktop.
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Using G4 Viewer.
When G4 Viewer is first launched, the opening screen will display these four
initial icons.
1. File List. Allows the video files to be selected in chronological order.
2. Event List. Display available events for playback. Events displayed are
Time / Type / Name, e.g. BK; WN / Information, e.g. Sensor 1; Sensor
2.
3. Log. Displays Logged information. (Reserved for future development).
4. Search. See Figure 22 for more information.
When search is selected Click on the Search button just below the
Search Icon (#4 in Figure 21). This will launch the Filter Settings
dialog window.
1. Enter the required Start and End time of the Search.
2. Select the required items to be included in the Search.
3. Once criteria has been set click on the Search button.
Opening Screen.
Figure 21: Opening Screen Icons.
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Figure 22: Search Filter.
The Search will now begin and results will be displayed in the
results window.
In this example Sensor2 had 3 Events during the specified time
period, denoted by (3).
Click on the Plus sign to the left of the Result and the window will
expand showing information regarding what happened at that
time. If you now double click on an entry, e.g. 08:20:37 22-112012 the video in the playback window will jump to that specified
portion of the video file.
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G4 Calendar Interface.
Figure 23: G4 Calendar Interface.
1
Displays the current version of G4 Viewer and the Current System Date and Time.
2
HDD: Becomes active when an HDD from a 508-HD is detected in the system. Once a HDD has been inserted, click on the
“refresh icon” . (Item 6)
Please Note: When using a HDD from a 508-HD in a Microsoft Windows based system, you will be prompted to format the
HDD, Click CANCEL. If you choose to format the HDD ALL VIDEO will be deleted from the HDD.
3
Directory: Storage area for video clips. Location will automatically populate once a clip has been made (see item 6).
4
Device: Used in conjunction with Gatekeeper Systems Wireless solution.
5
Calendar: Displays the date(s) for which recorded video is available. GREEN Fill is for all video. RED Fill is for video activated by
alarm.
6
Displays options depending upon which view is currently Active, HDD; Directory or Device.
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Event List: Video clip information panel.
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Vehicle Status Panel: View information on Channels; Event; Sensor; Speed and Acceleration.
9
Time Bar.
10
Calendar/Playback Interface selector. If Playback is selected the main display window will display video channels, and if the
508-HD is GPS capable, a Map displaying the route of the vehicle.
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File Playback Information.
12
Playback / Clip Controls.
13
System Settings.
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HDD
When viewing recorded video from a 508-HD using the HDD,
Hard Disk will display the vehicle name. Double click on the listed
vehicle and all available video on the HDD will be displayed in the
Calendar. Double click on one of the highlighted days and the
video for the selected day will begin to play from the earliest
listed file.
The Directory contains all of the previously Clipped video. Once a clip has been
made the Directory automatically updates to reflect the new clip name and
location if the clip is from a new vehicle.
If the clip is from a vehicle which has an existing entry in the directory, when
the vehicle name is double clicked the Calendar view will display all available
clips for that vehicle. If all video clips are going to be stored in the same folder
location, a Default Directory location can be set. This eliminates the need to
navigate to a folder when doing multiple clips.
To set a default directory Highlight the required Directory and then click the
“Set it as the Default Directory” Icon.
A confirmation dialog box will appear.
If this information is correct click the OK button.
The Time Bar (item 9 in Figure 23) displays the current day’s video files
in chronological order. If there is a break in the time line this denotes
that there is no video available for playback during that time frame. In
the example on the right, there are only two video files for the vehicle’s
morning run, these are shown as GREEN in the Time Bar. If the 508HD has been set up for recording Alarms, the video files available will
be displayed as RED.
Directory.
Device.
Device lists all the 508-HD’s which have been configured to utilize Gatekeeper Systems Inc. MeteorMax Wireless System. This
setup and configuration is covered in more depth in a separate document.
Time Bar.
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Calendar or Playback Interface.
Calendar/Playback Interface selector (item 10 in Figure 23) is used to
select either 1 Search Interface, or, 2 Switch to Playback Interface.
If Search Interface is selected the Video Playback window will close and
be replaced with a Calendar with dates with video files available
highlighted.
Playback Details displays information about the currently playing Video
file. The Directory from where the video file has been loaded is located
top left of Playback Details. Top right shows current state of the Video
file and will display Play if the video is actively being played. PAUSE if the
video has been paused and STOP if the video file has been stopped. If
the video has been stopped the Playback indicator will automatically
revert back to the start of the earliest video file. The DATE of the video
file will be displayed as well as the current location of the Playback Indicator. Bottom right shows the current playback speed of
the video file. See Figure 24 for playback controls.
The Playback Controls are very similar to those found on many DVD,
Blu-Ray, and other video playback devices.
Figure 24: Playback Controls.
1. Play Button, Changes to Pause during Playback.
2. Stop Button.
3. Slow Forward. 1/2, 1/4, 1/8
th
and 1/16th speed available. Also used to Slow down payback after Fast Forward has been
selected.
4. Fast Forward. X2, X4, X8 and X16 speeds available. Also used to speed playback back to normal speed after Slow Forward
has been selected.
5. Next Frame. Advances the currently playing video by a single frame.
6. Sound. Controls volume level. Mute is also available.
7. Snapshot. Saves a single BMP image file to the designated folder option 13, Figure 23 . Once a snap shot has been
selected a confirmation window will appear. Select an option from that window for the snapshot.
8. Clip. Creates a Clip or a File for Exporting. See the section Creating a Clip later in this guide.
9. Zoom In. Zooms in on the playback marker in the Time Bar.
10. Zoom Out. Zooms Out on the playback marker in the Time Bar.
11. Directly opens H.264 files.
Playback Details.
Playback Controls.
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Under System Settings the default directory for Snapshots can be
set.
1. Allows a password to be set. Please note if this password is
forgotten, future changes cannot be made without uninstalling
G4 viewer and cleaning the registry.
2. The location of the default directory. Use the Ellipse button … to
navigate to the desired folder.
3. Unit Setup. Choose between MPH; KPH and C; F.
Once settings have been made/changed there will be a need to
restart G4 Viewer.
1. Once the Play indicator is at the required time for the clip, click on the Scissors icon in the
Playback Controls panel.
2. Click on the Zoom in Time Bar icon until a suitable time frame appears.
System Settings.
Figure 25: System Settings.
Saving a Clip.
Using G4 viewer a selection of video can be saved as a clip or exported as a standalone .exe file which includes a mini-player.
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3. Select the Start Point and Click and Drag it to the required
Start point before the required clip.
Next select the End Point and Click and Drag this to the end of
the required clip.
Start Point
End Point
4. Once the desired length of clip has been set, Click on the √ to the right of the Time Bar. This will
confirm the clip length.
5. Once the √ has been selected a confirmation window will appear showing: The clip
Length (1); Required Video Channels (2); Video Clip Directory (3). Ensure that this
information is correct.
Make sure that CLIP (4) is highlighted and click OK. This will begin the Save process.
6. Once the clip has been saved a dialog window will appear. Click OK.
7. If you navigate to the folder setup in G4 System Settings, you will see a folder with
the date of the clip as its title, in this example 2012-11-22: November 22nd 2012.
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To Export a clip follow Steps 1, 2, 3, 4 in “Saving a Clip”. In place of Clip in Step 5 of
“Saving a Clip” select Export, the dialog window will change displaying additional
information about the final exported file.
Click OK to begin the Export process. A Progress dialog window will appear.
Once completed a “Compressing, Please Wait” window will appear. This may show
for several minutes depending upon the length of the exported file.
Once this has completed the dialog window will change stating “Clip Finished”,
when OK is clicked the default Folder will be automatically opened and the
Exported .exe file, BUS13_20121122_135941_140912 in this example, will be
available for play. The Exported file has the Vehicle Name; Date; Start Time and
End Time of the exported clip.
Vehicle #
DATE
START TIME
END TIME
BUS13
20121122
13:59:41
14:09:12
To Export a clip follow Steps 1, 2, 3, 4 in “Saving a Clip”. In place of Clip in Step
5 of “Saving a Clip” select AVI.
Click OK to begin the AVI conversion process. A Progress dialog window will
appear.-
Once completed an “AVI Conversion” window will appear. Click OK.
The AVI file(s) will be saved in the default location as stated in System Settings.
Exporting a Clip.
When a clip is exported a standalone .exe file is created. This allows the clip to be distributed without the need to install G4 Viewer.
Export to an AVI File.
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Figure 26: Export File Definitions.
Figure 27: AVI Conversion.
G4 Playback Interface.
Figure 28: G4 Playback Interface.
1
Displays the current version of G4 Viewer and the Current System Date and Time.
2
HDD: Becomes active when an COMRAD™ from a 508-HD is detected by the system.
Please Note: When using a COMRAD™ HDD from a 508-HD in a Microsoft Windows based system, you will be
prompted to format the COMRAD™, Click CANCEL. If you choose to format the COMRAD™ ALL VIDEO will be deleted
from the COMRAD™.
3
Directory: Storage area for video clips. Location will automatically populate once a clip has been made.
4
Device: Used in conjunction with Gatekeeper Systems Wireless solution.
5
Video playback window. Double click on channel to make it full screen, double click a second time to go back to quadview.
6
Displays options depending upon which view is currently Active, HDD; Directory or Device.
7
Event List: Video clip information panel.
8
Vehicle Status Panel: View information on Channels; Event; Sensor; Speed and Acceleration.
9
Time Bar.
10
Calendar/Playback Interface selector. If Playback is selected the main display window will display video channels, and if
the 508-HD is GPS capable, a Map displaying the route of the vehicle.
11
File Playback Information.
12
Playback / Clip Controls.
13
System Settings.
14
GPS Mapping System. (Download Black Box Data must be selected when opening a video file for GPS information to be
displayed.
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Playing Back a Video File.
To playback a video file, open G4
in Calendar View and from the
HDD or Directory listing doubleclick on an available vehicle ID.
This will bring up all dates for
that vehicle for which there are
available video’s.
Double-click on the Date and a
dialog window will appear. Ensure that All channels are selected and that Downloading Blackbox Data is also selected, click OK.
G4 Viewer will immediately begin playback of the earliest available video file.
To select a different time of the video to playback, use the Zoom In tool on the
Time Bar and then select the time frame you require. As the selection is
made, the GPS map will also update to reflect the change in the vehicles
position.
With Viewer it is possible to view Events;
Sensor or Speed Playback by viewing the Time
Bar.
If Event playback (1) has been Selected, the
Time Bar will display all Events captured during
the vehicle route. If an individual Event is
selected (2) the playback video will jump to that
position and the Event list window will highlight the current Event selection. The Event number, as set up in the 508-HD
configuration, will also be displayed, (3).
When a 508-HD has been set up to record
Sensor / Alarm activations, these will show
in G4 viewer.
Please Note: Downloading Black Box Data
must be checked when video selection for
playback is first made for Sensor / Alarm
activations to show within G4 viewer. In
Figure the SA, Stop Arm, event timed at
06:33:35 has been Double-Clicked (1) the
Time Bar is immediately updated with the
file for playback relating to this time (2).
Figure 29: Playback Sensor/Alarm Activations.
Event Playback.
Sensor / Alarm Playback 1.
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Sensor / Alarm Playback 2.
In playback Mode it is also possible to have the
Time Bar just display Sensor markers rather
than All Channels.
If Sensor is selected the Time Bar will display
Markers for when a Sensor was activated. Use
the Zoom in tool to expand the Time Bar
making it easier to select an individual Sensor
Marker. When this marker is clicked the
Time Bar is immediately updated with the file for playback relating to this Sensor Marker.
If Speed is selected from the vehicle status
panel the Time Bar will show the Lowest and
Highest speed of the vehicle during the trip. In
the example in Figure 30 the highest speed
was 43.0MPH as shown on the right hand side.
The current speed of the vehicle in the video
playback window is shown as 36.0 MPH in a
box just below the Highest speed recorded. The
Current speed of the vehicle in the playback
Figure 30: Speed Playback.
window will fluctuate with this box moving up and down the column matching the peaks and troughs of the Green indicators
in the Time Bar.
G4 Viewer has a Blur feature allowing individual elements in a
video file to be effectively “screened-out” of the playback.
To Blur an area of the playback video first pause the video
playback and then give a single camera the focus in the
playback window.
Next click on the Blur button located at the top right-hand
corner of the playback window, arrowed in the image to the
right.
This will bring up the Mosaic Setting Window.
Vehicle Speed Playback.
Blurring an Image.
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Figure 31: Blurring an Image.
The Mosaic Setting window is divided into a 20 X 20 grid.
Using the cursor click and drag to “Screen-Off” any areas you
do not want to be visible in the final playback video.
Once you have defined the areas click OK to save the options.
If the playback button is now clicked the playback video will
display a blurred image where the blur definition was defined.
Figure 32: Defining a Blur.
Figure 33: Playback Blur.
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The battery should be disconnected from the vehicle before working on the electrical system of the vehicle when
installing, servicing or removing Gatekeeper products.
All Gatekeeper employees or contractors who preform electrical work (install, service or remove a DVR, installing a
backup camera system for example) on a customer vehicle shall ensure that the battery in the vehicle is
disconnected before work commences.
Customers shall be responsible for addressing any systems on the bus which require attention as a result of
disconnecting the bus battery. This includes, but is not limited to, entering a radio theft code, programing radio
stations etc.
Always use grommets when running the harness through sheet metal holes.
Avoid excessively tight bends especially around metal surfaces..
Coil and tie off excess harness in a safe place.
DO NOT disassemble the Camera Ball unless directed to, and under the
direction of, a Gatekeeper Systems support technician
APPENDIX
Camera Mounting and Connections.
Camera mounting locations are to be determined by the district.
Cameras should be mounted to the ceiling whenever possible. Install the rubber pad provided with each camera and cut a
small notch in the rubber pad to accommodate the camera cable. The audio hole on the front of the camera can be used as
an aiming guide for the direction the camera needs to be facing.
All camera harnesses must be carefully routed to the 508-HD unit to avoid pinching or piercing the shielded camera cable.
All cables running through holes in sheet metal (ceiling, bulkhead etc.) must be protected with grommets.
Ensure included gasket is in place between dome base plate and mounting surface.
When installing multiple cameras, mark camera harness wires so the school district knows which camera is front
looking at the marked Molex output connectors,
and back by
Camera Installation.
Routing the Camera Harness(es) ) (GSWHC2N-XX).
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A. Rubber Gasket. B. Base Plate. C. Camera Ball.
D. Camera Collar. E. Retainer Ring
1. Disassemble the camera into its five major parts, A, B, C, D, E and carefully
place all parts in a clean work area.
2. Position the Base Plate (B), in the mounting location. Ensure that there are no
gaps between the Base Plate (B) and the mounting surface. If there are gaps,
relocate the camera to a position where there are no gaps.
3. Note the location where the camera harness will come though the bodywork of
the vehicle. Drill a ¾” hole in this location. This ¾” hole MUST be directly in the
center of the Base Plate (B) to allow for the terminal end of the camera
harness to correctly connect to the Camera Ball (C). When access behind the
camera is not possible, the cable can be routed from the side through one of
the cut out notches B1 in the camera base. The supplied grommets must be
used as part of this procedure.
4. Center the camera over the ¾” hole and mark the location of the 4 screws
used to secure the camera base to the vehicle. Ensure that one of the camera
cut out notches, B1, is aimed at the viewing target. Use the supplied TEK, selftapping, screws to fix the camera base to the vehicle.
5. Connect the Camera Ball Molex connector to the connector at the end of the
camera harness. Hold the Camera Ball firmly against the Base Plate. Position
Camera Collar (D) over Camera Ball (C) with the lens window centered in the
arched cut away in the Camera Collar.
6. Hold Camera Collar (D) securely while threading on the Retainer Ring (E) until
finger tight. Be careful not to cross-thread the components.
7. To aim the Camera Ball (C), video from the camera can be viewed by connecting
a portable LCD/Monitor with an RCA connection to the front of the 508-HD, or,
by use of the ICD accessory available from Gatekeeper Systems.
8. Re-position Camera Collar (D) prior to tightening down the Retainer Ring (E) so that it does not interfere with line of sight of
the camera and IR LED’s in the Camera Ball (C). Ensure the Camera Ball and Harness pigtail are not pinched or trapped
between the Camera Ball (C) or the Base Plate (B), it must be able to move freely.
9. Tighten all accessible set screws on the Retainer Ring (E) and Camera Collar (D). In some installations several of the set
screws will not be accessible due to close proximity of the camera to the vehicles bodywork. In this situation tighten down
the set screws that are accessible.
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Suggested Camera Locations.
Check For:
Ceiling mount recommended.
Do not obstruct walkways.
Avoid contact with abrasive metal to prevent short circuits.
Wire Routing:
Camera harness to be connected through opening in base.
Use existing wire paths wherever possible, radio, speakers, etc.
Avoid excessively tight bends especially around metal surfaces.
Always use grommets when routing through sheet metal holes.
Coil and tie off excess harness or tuck up into ceiling.
Three Camera Configuration
Four Camera Configuration
Alternate Four Camera Configuration.
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CAB000323
Sensor Wire and Color
Sensor
OSD Name
SENSOR_IN1(RED)
Brake
BK
SENSOR_IN2(RED)
Warning Lights
WN
SENSOR_IN3(RED)
Stop Arm
SA
SENSOR_IN4(RED)
Door
DR
SENSOR_IN5(RED)
Left Turn
LT
SENSOR_IN6(RED)
Right Turn
RT
SENSOR_IN7(RED)
Not Assigned
BLANK
SENSOR_IN8(RED)
Not Assigned
BLANK
Parameter
Default
Parameter
Default
Vehicle Number
Blank
Shutdown Delay
5 Minutes
Camera Name
Blank
Date/Time
12HR PST (-8)
OSD (On Screen Display)
See DVR
Speed
Synch from GPS
Reboot DVR
Restarts the DVR
Format Card
Formats the COMRAD™ (HDD).
LED
Color
Status
HDD
BLUE
ON
SD (If fitted)
GREEN
ON
ERR (Hardware Error)
RED
Off
GPS (An Antenna Must Be Connected)
GREEN
Slow Flash
LAN (If Network Is Configured)
GREEN
On
PWR (Power)
BLUE
ON
REC (Recording)
GREEN
ON
VLOSS (Video Loss)
RED
Off
ALM (Alarm)
RED
Off
HTR
ORANGE
Fast Flash
508-HD Quick Install Guide.
The 508-HD must be secured to an interior surface of the vehicle with the Tek Screws provided.
Do Not orient the 508-HD such that the front of the COMRAD™ faces the floor of the vehicle.
Wire the 508-HD into the vehicle as per the table below.
Do No disassemble the 508-HD. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Warranty will be voided.
Quick Configuration Guide.
The 508-HD firmware must be configured before using the DVR. Connect a monitor to the Video Out port on the front of the 508HD. Press the Setup key on the IR Remote Control. Enter the following login information when prompted:
User ID: 0
Password: 88888888
Move the cursor to the System Settings icon and press Enter.
There are Eight Configuration Options which typically require setting. Configure as per customer requirements.
After setting the configuration, format the COMRAD™.
Start the vehicle and wait for the 508-HD to boot up, approximately one minute. Confirm live camera video is visible on small
monitor (small Red R in each camera image – indicates the DVR is recording). Confirm DVR is recording by observing the LED’s as
per the following table:
To access the COMRAD™, turn the provided key to the unlock position. Untighten the retaining screws and remove the
COMRAD™. Ensure that the 508-HD has fully powered down before removing the COMRAD™ or video corruption and/or total
video loss may occur.
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Warranty.
Customer Limited Warranty
GATEKEEPER SYSTEMS INC.
(Company) warrants that any product
manufactured or supplied by Gatekeeper Systems and found in the
reasonable judgment of Gatekeeper Systems to be defective in material
or workmanship will be repaired or replaced by Gatekeeper Systems
without charge for parts and labor.
This warranty shall cover the following periods and equipment:
Gatekeeper System
Interior Cameras - 5 years
Exterior Cameras - 3 years
G series DVR’s – 3 years
Gatekeeper Branded SD Cards – 3 years
Hard Drives – 1 Year
All Accessories and Other Products Not Identified above - 1 year
The warranty periods commence on the date of shipment. During the
period of the warranty the Company, at its discretion will repair and/or
replace all improperly functioning equipment caused by a
manufacturer’s defect.
This warranty does not protect against
accidental or intentional damage, vehicle electrical systems generating
steady state or transients, voltages or currents exceeding product
specification, loss, acts of nature, water damage, or any other event
that did not originate during the manufacturer of the product. DVR’s
must be returned once every twelve months for service otherwise
warranty may be void.
The Gatekeeper Systems product including any defective part must be
returned to Gatekeeper Systems within the warranty period. The
expense of delivering Company product to Gatekeeper Systems for
warranty work will be paid by the customer. The expense of
delivering Company product back to the customer will be paid by
Gatekeeper Systems. Gatekeeper Systems’ responsibility in respect to
claims is limited to making the required repairs or replacements and
no claim of breach of warranty shall be cause for cancellation or
rescission of the contract of sale. Proof of purchase complete with the
serial numbers of the products purchased will be required by the
customer to substantiate any warranty claim. All warranty work must
be performed by an authorized Gatekeeper Systems service
representative.
This warranty does not cover any Gatekeeper Systems’ product
that has been subject to misuse, neglect, negligence, or accident, or
that has been operated in any way contrary to the operating
instructions as specified by Gatekeeper Systems either verbally, in
writing, by instructions written on the product or in the Gatekeeper
Systems Installation and Operating Manual. This warranty does not
apply to any damage to the Gatekeeper Systems product that is the
result of improper maintenance or to any Gatekeeper Systems’
product that has been altered or modified so as to adversely affect
the products’ operation, performance or durability or that has
been altered or modified so as to change its intended use.
Gatekeeper Systems’ is not responsible for lost or missing video.
The warranty does not extend to repairs made necessary by normal wear
or by the use of parts or accessories which are either incompatible with the
Company product or adversely affect its operation, performance or
durability.
Gatekeeper Systems reserves the right to change or improve the design of
any Company product without assuming any obligation to modify any product
previously manufactured.
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE SPECIFIED
PERIOD FOR EACH PRODUCT CATEGORY AS LISTED IN THIS DOCUMENT.
ACCORDINGLY, ANY SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR OTHERWISE,
ARE DISCLAIMED IN THEIR ENTIRETY AFTER THE EXPIRATION OF THE
APPROPRIATE WARRANTY PERIOD. GATEKEEPER SYSTEMS’ OBLIGATION
UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS STRICTLY AND EXCLUSIVELY LIMITED TO THE
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE PARTS, AND GATEKEEPER
SYSTEMS DOES NOT ASSUME OR AUTHORIZE ANYONE TO ASSUME FOR
THEM ANY OTHER OBLIGATION.
GATEKEEPER SYSTEMS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO
THE EXPENSE OF RETURNING THE COMPANY PRODUCT TO GATEKEEPER
SYSTEMS CORPORATE HEAD OFFICE, MECHANIC’S TRAVEL TIME, CUSTOMER
LABOR EXPENSES, TELEPHONE OR TELEGRAM CHARGES, RENTAL OF LIKE
PRODUCT DURING THE TIME WARRANTY SERVICE IS BEING PERFORMED,
TRAVEL, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, LOSS OF TIME OR INCONVENIENCE.
Warranty Service
To obtain warranty service, the purchaser must notify the Company during
the warranty period. The Purchaser will discuss the defect or problem with a
Company technician, and once the problem has been verified the Company will
issue a return material authorization number (RMA) authorizing the purchaser
to return faulty merchandise to the Company for repair or replacement as
determined by the Company. It may be necessary for the customer to assist
Gatekeeper Systems in assessing failed product. Gatekeeper Systems may
require the customer to remove hardware, manipulate software and/or
perform other diagnostic activities. Failure to assist in and allow remote
diagnostic activities may result in a service fee being charged.
Advance replacements will be issued for the first 45 days from the date of
shipment.
This Warranty applies to all Company products manufactured by
Gatekeeper Systems and sold in the United States and Canada.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
USA RECEIVING FACILITY:
Gatekeeper Systems Inc.
446 Harrison Street
Sumas WA 98295
Tel. 1.604.864.6187
Fax 1.604.864.8490
Toll Free (N.A.) 1.888.666.4833
CANADA OPERATIONS:
Gatekeeper Systems Inc.
301-3 1127 Wheel Avenue
Abbotsford BC V2T 6H1
Tel. 1.604.864.6187
Fax. 1.604.864.8490
Toll Free (N.A.) 1.888.666.4833