Required tools and parts for a SharpZ3 installation - SharpZ3 | SharpOS 13.7

Tools

AutoVu Installation Kit

Includes several tools that are recommended for AutoVu installations.

For more information, see About the AutoVu Installation Kit.

Electric or battery powered drill and drill bits

Required when running cables through the vehicle roof or body panels.

For more information, see Drilling a camera cable hole.

Multimeter

Required for measuring electrical current in the OEM fuse box.

For more information, see Connecting the ignition signal to the SharpZ3 trunk unit.

Digital level

Used for measuring the camera tilt.

Depth-controlled cable jacket stripper

Recommended for stripping the cable jacket to avoid damage to the internal conductors. The Cyclops stripping tool is included with the AutoVu Installation Kit.

For more information, see Terminating the SharpZ3 camera cable.

Wire stripper

Required for stripping wire insulation.

For more information, see Terminating the SharpZ3 camera cable.

RJ45 crimp tool

SharpZ3 camera cables are pre-terminated with an RJ45 connector. If you shorten the camera cable, you must use the EZ-RJPRO™ HD Crimp Tool and the provided replacement RJ45 connector.

For more information, see Terminating the SharpZ3 camera cable.

Panel removal tool

Use the correct panel removal tools to ensure that the vehicle panels are not damaged during the installation.

NOTE: You might also need a Philips, Torx, or flat blade screwdriver.

For more information, see Preparing the vehicle for a SharpZ3 hardmounted installation.

2.5 mm flat-tip screwdriver

Used for pushing in tension clamps and securing screws.

For more information, see Connecting power to the SharpZ3 base unit.

Hex key wrenches

Required when mounting the cameras on the patrol vehicle.

For more information, see Installing the hardmount on the vehicle for SharpZ3 cameras.

Torque wrench

Required to ensure connections are not over-tightened or under-tightened.

For more information, see Custom SharpZ3 camera mounting.

Wire ferrule crimping tool

Ferrules are included for all wire connections and are recommended, but not mandatory. A crimping tool is included with the AutoVu Installation Kit.

Phillips screwdriver

Required when installing hardware such as expansion modules, and wire racks.

Adjustable wrench

Required when mounting the base unit in the patrol vehicle.

Center punch

Used to mark drilling locations.

For more information, see Preparing the vehicle for a SharpZ3 hardmounted installation.

Hole saw or stepping drill bit

For cable penetrations, you can use a stepping drill bit or you can use a fine-toothed hole saw designed for vehicle body panels which is depth-regulated and includes a pilot drill bit.

For more information, see Drilling a camera cable hole.

Grease pencil

Used to mark support locations on the roof of the vehicle.

Roll of tape

Used for marking a center line on the vehicle. Use tape that will not damage the vehicle.

Digital angle finder

Used to measure the horizontal angle of SharpZ3 cameras.

Laser distance tool or measuring tape

Used to measure the distance from the SharpZ3 camera unit to the target license plate.

Parts

Wires (stranded)

• Base unit 12V power: 14 AWG (red) and 14 AWG (black)
• I/O connector: 22 to 18 AWG
• Ignition signal: 22 to 18 AWG (yellow)
• Navigation expansion module:
  • Reverse signal (REV): 24 to 18 AWG
  • Chassis ground (CGND): 18 AWG (black)
  • VSS (ODO +/-): 24 to 20 AWG shielded, twisted pair
  • Odometry sensor (ODO +/-): 22 to 20 AWG jumper wire

20A ATO/ATC in-line fuse

Required at the source of the vehicle’s 12-24V system tapping point.

0.5A fuse

In-line or in the OEM fuse box using a tap fuse adapter.

Ring terminal

A ring terminal with incorporated internal locking teeth is required at the chassis grounding screw location.

Heat-shrink tubing

Required for the protection of soldered wire connections.

Convolute wire loom

Required to protect cables from potential damage from heat or abrasion.

Cable glands

Required when sealing wire holes drilled in the vehicle’s roof.

NOTE: Cable glands are required for all cable penetrations. Ensure that you have the appropriate glands in installing a cellular antenna or satellite navigation antenna.

Butyl tape and isopropyl alcohol

Required for sealing any cable penetrations that do not use a cable gland.

Base unit mounting screws

Use appropriate screws to attach the bracket to the vehicle: ¼"-20 or M6. The screws must be long enough to secure the hardware, but short enough not to damage any vehicle components under the mounting location.

AutoVu auxiliary PoE cameras

The following tools are required if you are installing AutoVu auxiliary PoE cameras on the patrol vehicle:

Hex key wrench

3mm hex key

Socket wrenches

7mm and 1/4” socket wrenches

Phillips screwdriver

Phillips #1 screwdriver