AXON T00504 Signal Vehicle User Manual

: June 6, 2024
: AXON

Table of Contents

AXON T00504 Signal Vehicle
Introduction
Characteristics and Specifications
LED Indicators
Installation
Troubleshooting and Other Information
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AXON T00504 Signal Vehicle

LED indicator

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Introduction

Axon Signal Vehicle is part of a communications platform that transmits an alert when hardware is activated. When that hardware is used, Axon Signal Vehicle transmits a message recognizable by Axon Signal compatible equipment. For example, Axon Signal Vehicle can be set up to work with an emergency vehicle’s light bar. When the vehicle light bar is activated, all properly equipped Axon systems within range begin recording. Axon systems that work with Axon Signal Vehicle currently include the Axon Body 2 camera, Axon Flex 2 system, and Axon Fleet 2 system.

Additional Reading

If Axon Signal Vehicle is part of an Axon Fleet 2 installation, refer to the Axon Fleet 2 Installation Manual for addition information and guidance. See the Axon Evidence.com User and Administrator Reference Guide and Axon Help Center for information on Signal Configuration and Axon Body Camera Settings for use with Axon Signal products. See the Axon Signal Vehicle section of the Axon Help Center for additional troubleshooting information.

Characteristics and Specifications

Characteristics
Secure Bluetooth transmission (30 seconds).
Alerts enabled cameras in range (30+ feet/9.1+ meters).

Electrical Specifications

Operation Input Voltage: 5.0 VDC – 14.4 VDC
Ignition Enable Voltage: 3.6 VDC – 14.4 VDC
Trigger Input Voltage: 3.6 VDC – 14.4 VDC

Stand-by Current

Ignition On: 25 mA (typ)
Ignition Off: 25 μA (typ)

Trigger Input Timing (positions J2-5 thru J2-10)

Low to High Transition: 200 ms
High to Low Transition: 200 ms

Trigger Input Timing (positions J2-11 and J2-12)

Low to High Transition: 200 ms
High to Low Transition: 2.5 s*

*This feature is intended to reduce the likelihood of nuisance videos from extraneous triggers caused by some progressive slide switch control modules. These controllers can cause the input voltage of Axon Signal Vehicle to drop below 3.6 VDC when transitioning between switch positions.

Wiring Reference

Position Description
J2-1 +12VDC (Fuse @ 1A)
J2-2 Ground
J2-3 Ignition Enable
J2-4 Auxiliary Enable
J2-5 thru J2-10 Trigger Input
J2-11 and J2-12 Trigger Input – Delayed Turn Off

LED Indicators

There are two LED indicators on Axon Signal Vehicle that show information about the

Power Indicator LED:

LED	Information
Solid green (on)	Axon Signal Vehicle is powered and enabled
Off	Axon Signal Vehicle is either not powered or not enabled

Status Indicator LED:

LED	Information
Solid green (on)	Operational State (successful boot-up)
Off	Check the Power LED:

· Off, check power connections.

· On, re-boot the device (see Testing and Troubleshooting)

Blinking green*| Axon Signal Vehicle is transmitting a detected input signal

Axon Signal Vehicle must have firmware version 4.2.1 or later for this Status LED functionality.

Installation

This section provides guidance and warnings for installing Axon Signal Vehicle.

Installation Warnings

Failure to follow the instructions in this manual may result in Axon Signal Vehicle not working properly or cause damage to the device or the vehicle. Save these instructions.
The technician who installs Axon Signal Vehicle must be qualified to work with automotive electronics.
If mounting Axon Signal Vehicle requires drilling holes, ensure that drilling will not damage the emergency vehicle’s equipment or other vital parts. Remove all burrs and debris after drilling. Install grommets into all wire passage holes.
Ensure there is a good electrical ground to the vehicle chassis.
If Axon Signal Vehicle is installed in the cab of the vehicle (in a location other than under the center console), it should be permanently mounted to avoid injury.
Do not install Axon Signal Vehicle anywhere that will interfere with airbag deployment.
Do not install Axon Signal Vehicle where it will be exposed to the elements or extreme heat.
Do not install Axon Signal Vehicle in the vehicle’s engine compartment.

Installation Guidelines

Axon Signal Vehicle is typically installed near the siren or light bar controller (trunk or console).
Axon Signal Vehicle can be installed using robust double-sided tape, VELCRO® type hook and loop fastener, or by bolting the device through its mounting flanges (mounting hardware and electrical supply wiring not included). If using an adhesive to mount the equipment, thoroughly clean the surface with a 50/50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol and water before installation.
Axon recommends using size 18 American Wire Gauge (AWG) wires.
All wires should be connected to the GPIO terminal block interface.
Axon recommends that a 1A fuse is installed, either inline or on a fuse block, for the J2-1 position.
No programming of Axon Signal Vehicle is required for operation. However, it is recommended that the input settings are reviewed by an Axon Evidence.com administrator. See the Axon Evidence.com User and Administrator Reference Guide and Axon Help Center for information on Signal Configuration.

Wiring Instructions

System Power (positions 1 and 2)
Note : Axon recommends using a red wire for the power connection and a black wire for ground connection.

Using an 18 AWG red wire, connect J2-1 to a Positive (+) 12 VDC source from the vehicle battery. Axon recommends that a 1A fuse is installed, either inline or on a fuse block, for this position.
Using an 18 AWG black wire, connect J2-2 to the vehicle’s chassis ground. This is typically adjacent to the battery.

Ignition Enable (position 3)
• Connect J2-3 terminal to the vehicle’s ignition voltage. This will allow Axon Signal Vehicle to be turned on with the ignition switch.

Optional Auxiliary Enable (position 4)

The J2-4 input is used to provide an alternate signal to Axon Signal Vehicle for enabling the system.
Note : Either the Ignition Enable or Auxiliary Enable input on Axon Signal Vehicle must be used for the device to turn on. Both inputs may be used simultaneously to allow for greater flexibility in enabling options, but at least one must be utilized. Axon Signal Vehicle must be wired in a manner such that voltage for Ignition and Auxiliary Enable is removed prior to removal of system power (system power and enable nodes must not be wired from the same source). Trigger Input (positions 5 through 12)

1. Turn on the trigger source (e.g. light bar control signal).
2. Using a voltmeter, verify the wire that is connected to the trigger source has 3.6–14.4 VDC present while the trigger is enabled.
3. Turn the trigger off and verify that the voltage drops to zero. For Axon Signal Vehicle to work optimally, the trigger should provide a constant voltage to the device when it is activated.
4. Connect the trigger source to one of the input terminals on the Axon Signal Vehicle J2 connector.
5. Up to eight independent trigger sources can be wired directly to Axon Signal Vehicle. It is recommended that inputs that originate from progressive slide switches are wired to J2-11 or J2-12.

Troubleshooting and Other Information

Testing and Troubleshooting

Verify Axon Signal Vehicle has power and turn on the ignition or alternate enabling source.
Monitor the diagnostic LED indicators:
- A green Power light indicates Axon Signal Vehicle is powered up.
- A green Status light indicates a successful startup.
- If both lights are illuminated, Axon Signal Vehicle is ready and working properly. If neither light is on, use a voltmeter to verify that there is voltage present at the system power input J2-1 and the enabling source(s) J2-3 and/or J2-4. If only the Status LED is not illuminated, turn off Axon Signal Vehicle by removing the enabling signal (ignition or auxiliary). Verify the Power LED turns off when this action is performed. Reactivate the enabling signal and allow the system to boot for a few seconds. If this does not cause the Status LED to turn on, remove power from Axon Signal Vehicle by disconnecting system power at J2-1 and reconnecting it. If either light remains off, contact Axon Technical Support.
Turn on the trigger (for example, activate the vehicle’s light bar).
Verify the Status LED is blinking. Axon Signal Vehicle must have firmware version 4.2.1 or later for this Status LED functionality.
Listen for the two beeps that indicate the Axon camera system now is in EVENT (recording) mode. If you do not hear the beeps:
- The camera may not be enabled for Axon Signal activation. See the Axon Evidence.com User and Administrator Reference Guide and Axon Help Center for information on Signal Configuration and Axon Body Camera Settings for use with Axon Signal products.
- The camera might be in stealth mode. See the camera’s user manual or the Axon Help Center for instructions on deactivating stealth mode.

Note : Axon Signal Vehicle is thoroughly tested prior to shipment. However, should an issue be encountered during installation or during the life of the product, follow the steps above for information on repair and troubleshooting.

Updating Axon Signal Vehicle Firmware
Axon Signal Vehicle firmware can be updated using Axon Device Manager (ADM) for Android.
Note : Axon Device Manager for iOS does not support Axon Signal Vehicle firmware updates.

Axon periodically releases updates for the firmware of all Axon devices. Maintain the latest firmware on your Axon Signal Vehicle devices to achieve optimal performance and device stability.

Open the ADM app.
Log in to your agency’s Evidence.com account.
In ADM, tap the Settings menu in the upper left.
Under Firmware Updates, tap Device.
Tap Axon Signal Unit in the device list.
Place the phone near an enabled Axon Signal Vehicle device and tap Start Scan. Select the device from the list of available devices and tap Connect. This will initiate the Bluetooth pairing of the device to the phone.
If the Axon Signal Vehicle device’s firmware is out-of-date, an update will automatically begin after pairing. The update can be monitored by the progress bar at the top.
When the firmware update is complete, tap Clear Completed. ADM disconnects from the Axon Signal Vehicle device. You can connect again to send the device logs to Axon Evidence, if needed.
- Tap Send Logs to upload the Axon Signal Vehicle device’s logs to Axon Evidence. A status bar will appear showing the progress of the log uploads.
- Tap Disconnect to disconnect from the Axon Signal Vehicle device.

Technical Support
Visit www.axon.com to view the Support options or call 1-800-978-2737.
Warranty Policy
Axon Enterprise warranty provisions are applicable on Axon Signal Vehicle products. See Axon Enterprise’s website, www.axon.com, for detailed warranty information.
Warnings
For a full list of the warning associated with this product, see www.axon.com.

Radio Waves

An Axon Signal Vehicle system transmission is in the frequency range of 2402 – 2480 MHz. Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the product warranty and the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Your wireless device is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. Government. These limits are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish permitted levels of RF energy for the general population. The guidelines are based on standards that were developed by independent scientific organizations through periodic and thorough evaluation of scientific studies. The standards include a substantial safety margin designed to assure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health. Before a device model is available for sale to the public, it must be tested and certified to the FCC that it does not exceed the limit established by the government-adopted requirement for safe exposure.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult Axon Enterprise Technical Support for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference, and
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

To comply with FCC RF exposure limits for general population / uncontrolled exposure, the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Section 8.4 of RSS-GEN

This Device complies with Industry Canada License-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

this device may not cause interference, and
this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Section 8.3 of RSS-GEN

Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be chosen so that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not greater than necessary for successful communication. To comply with IC RF exposure limits for general population/uncontrolled exposure, the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Section 6.8 of RSS-GEN

This radio transmitter IC: 8803A-S00831 has been approved by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada to operate with the antenna type listed below, with the maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna types not included in this list that have a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for any type listed are strictly prohibited for use with this device. Axon Signal Vehicle uses a Surface Mount Chip Antenna. Antenna gain is <0.5dBi. The required impedance for this antenna is 50 ohms.

Declaration of Conformity
Axon declares that this Axon system is compliant with the requirements of the Radio Equipment Directive (RED) 2014/53/EU. A copy of the original Declaration of Conformity can be found at www.axon.com.

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