Illustration 1 | g01913054 |
The cameras provide the operator with a view of the critical areas around the truck. The cameras are also used for identifying objects that were identified by the radar sensors. The cameras are mounted on brackets at the following locations:
- Front
- Rear
- Sides
The camera is a 12/24V, 115 degree view camera, that supports the NTSC video format. The display does allow the use of the PAL video format that is included with WAVS. All cameras have a four-pin connector. The connector contacts are described in Table 1.
Contact | Function |
1 | Video Signal |
2 | Video Ground |
3 | Power |
4 | Ground |
Note: The 12V cameras that are used with an existing WAVS system must use a regulated 12V supply or the camera will be damaged.
Illustration 2 | g01223051 |
Camera |
Illustration 3 | g02351878 |
Typical example of the proper orientation of the image from front camera on the monitor |
Front camera is set up by the factory or by a Caterpillar dealer to provide the following view from the machine front:
- Partial view of the radiator grill
- Partial view of the stairs
- View of an object on the ground in front of the stairs
Illustration 4 | g02351896 |
Typical example of the proper orientation of the image from rear camera on the monitor The dump body is shown in the lowered position. |
Rear camera is set up by the factory or by a Caterpillar dealer to provide the following view from the machine rear:
- Partial view of the rear of the dump body
- Partial view of the rear frame
- Partial view of the tires
- View of an object on the ground
25 m (82 ft) behind the rear tires
Illustration 5 | g02351899 |
Typical example of the proper orientation of the image from left or right side camera on the monitor |
Left or right side camera is set up by the factory or by a Caterpillar dealer to provide the following view from the machine side:
- Partial view of the front left or right corner of the dump body
- Partial view of the front left or right fender
- Partial view of the front left or right tire
- View of an object on the ground to the right of the front left or right corner of the machine
Prior to operating the machine, ensure the following:
- Proper orientation of the images on the monitor.
- Proper adjustment of the features of the display.
- Brightness and contrast of the display.
Ensure that the brightness and the contrast are adjusted after changes in the conditions for ambient light.
Prior to operating the machine, ensure that the display is positioned in order to provide clear visibility of the display from the operator seat. Do not position the display in a way that will cause the following conditions:
- Cover any safety messages or other important information.
- Impede the entry to the cab or impede the exit from the cab.
- Obstruct the visibility of the operator.
- Obstruct the view of any indicators, gauges, or monitoring system.
- Impair access to any operator controls or impair movement of any operator controls.
Prior to operating the machine, ensure that the camera lenses and the display are clean.
The external lights are mounted close to cameras. The lights are installed on the right side , left side, and rear of the machine. These lights provide illumination for the cameras that are installed on the side of the truck. The lights are tilted to proper orientation in order to provide proper illumination for the side camera views.