Setup guide

Explorer MX-HD Install and Setup Guide
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Diagnostic Button Installation (Optional)
When installed, press the Diagnostic Button to cause an alarm event to be recorded by the DVR.
To install the Diagnostic Button, see the Diagnostic Button Installation Guide, part number 700-0142.
RGY Illuminator Installation (Optional)
When installed, the RGY Illuminator LED displays DVR status conditions.
To install the RGY Illuminator, see the
RGY Illuminator Installation Guide , document number 700-0139.
For 12 Volt Installations Only
Other Accessories
• GPS Receiver Installation – for more information, see the product documentation.
• XELR-8 Inertia Sensor – for more information, see the product documentation.
• Portable video monitor – for more information, see the product documentation.
• Smart-Reach Wireless Network – contact your sales representative at Seon Design for wireless
network options.
• CAN Network – contact your sales representative at Seon Design to discuss the CAN interface.
CAUTION: Adverse operation of the DVR
Seon does not recommend extending the power cable. Power drops created by additional
wiring can cause adverse operation of the DVR. However, if a power cable extension is
required, ensure that the voltage drop does not exceed 1.0 volt by using the correct cable size.
See Table 2.
Connections for power cables should be soldered and sealed to prevent corrosion and voltage
drop across connections.
Once complete, ensure the DVR’s voltage display is above 11 VDC with the vehicle off and
the DVR recording.
Important:
Both the power and ground wires must be of increased gauge.
Table 2 12 Volt Installation Cable Length and Size
Cable length Cable size Voltage drop
20 ft. extension 12 AWG 0.65 VDC
20 ft. extension 10 AWG 0.50 VDC
40 ft. extension 10 AWG 0.79 VDC
40 ft. extension 8 AWG 0.52 VDC