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Third-Party Cameras

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Written by Cynthia Fleischer
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Note

The Samsara Camera Connector is available in the US and Canada only.

The Samsara Camera Connector (ACC-CM-ANLG) allows you to expand your current Samsara Dash Cam configuration to connect up to four compatible third-party cameras to your Samsara dashboard.

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The following detection types are supported with the a Samsara Dash Cam and Camera Connector configuration:

Note

Policy Violations are not supported with the Camera Connector.

Tip

Use the following detailed workflow in addition to the Camera Connector Install Guide PDF.

Third-Party Camera Requirements

Compatible third-party cameras must have:

Compatible Feature Type

Required Third-Party Feature

Connection Type

  • RCA (yellow, 1 pin)

  • GX12 (4 pin)

Video Signal

CVBS (NSTC or PAL)

To install the Samsara Camera Connector, you will need:

Category

Manufacturer

Part No.

Description

Backup Cameras and Monitors

ECCO

EC7003-K

ECCO Monitor

Camecho

CM00-K008396

Camecho Display

Camecho

CM00-R0030A1

Camecho camera

Zone Defense

‎ZD.323.1.4

ZD Cameras and Monitor

ZD-M-302

ZD monitor

CAM-313C-1

ZD backup camera

CAM-313MS

ZD Side camera

Multiplexer

MUL-604

Multiplexer

Backup Cameras and Monitors

Brigade

N/A

DVS

DVR

JOINLGO

N/A

JOINLGO Camera, display, DVR

Install a Samsara Camera Connector to Connect Third-Party Cameras

To connect a third-party camera using the Samsara Camera Connector, you will need:

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Important

Secure all video connectors using heat shrink or electrical tape.

Mount all video connections securely to vehicle.

Failure to secure connectors may cause poor video quality.
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Perform the following workflow to install your Samsara Camera Connector:

  1. Connect the VG54-NA to the diagnostic port using the vehicle-appropriate cable, VG light will turn green after cellular connectivity is established.

    Camera_Connector_Install1.jpg

  2. Connect USB plug from CM31 or CM32 to one of the USB ports on the VG54-NA.

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  3. Mount the camera on the vehicle’s windshield.

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  4. Connect both USB plugs from the ACC-CM-ANLG to two additional USB ports on the VG54-NA.

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  5. Connect the included isolator to the yellow RCA pin coming from ACC-CM-ANLG.

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  6. Securely mount VG54-NA and ACC-CM-ANLG using provided fasteners, zip ties, and adhesive. Installation location and style will vary by vehicle depending on available space.

    Note

    Secure mounting of the VG is required for accelerometer based harsh event detection to function.

  7. If the installation uses an RCA connection, connect isolator directly to third-party camera cable.

  8. If the installation uses a GX12 connection or has an in-cab monitor, connect the isolator to the included Y-cable, GX12 connections as pictured below.

    Camera_Connector_Install8.jpg

  9. If installation includes multiple cameras and a multiplexer, connect all cameras to the multiplexer, then connect the isolator to video out on the multiplexer.

  10. To complete the Camera Connector Setup, proceed to Enable Camera Connector Functionality.

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