Brigade BS-7100 - 3.4.4 Mounting Angle; 3.4.5 Offset to Vehicle Centre Line Mounting; 3.5 Cable Management; 3.6 Display Features and Feedback

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3.4.4 Mounting Angle
Brigade recommends mounting the radar on a bracket (available from Brigade, see Section 2
“Kit Contents”), which can have its angle adjusted relative to the horizontal plane to optimise
performance. The table below suggests adjustment angles depending on the sensor
installation height on the vehicle. Note that the angles stated are dependent on the vehicle
face that the bracket is mounted on being 90° relative to the ground.
Depending on the vehicle, working environment, and typical objects to be detected, an
adjustment of a few degrees around the suggested values can improve the detection
performance or avoid false alarms.
Installation height on vehicle
(to sensor centre point)
Adjustment angle in upward direction
from the horizontal plane
[m]
[in]
[°]
0.3m
12
0.5
0.5m
20
0.5
0.7m
28
0.5
0.9m
35
0.5
1.1m
43
0.5
1.3m
51
0
1.5m
59
0
Depending on the required mounting height of the sensor, either the angle needs to be
adjusted or the distance to ground level must be longer than the selected detection length.
3.4.5 Offset to Vehicle Centre Line Mounting
If the Brigade Backsense
®
System is fitted off-centre or at an angle to the vehicle centre line,
the detection area (see section “1.2.1 Detection Pattern”) is likely to be incorrect or misaligned
with the vehicle width or direction of travel.
3.5 Cable
Cables should be run in conduits and along suitable cable runs throughout the vehicle. A
24mm hole is required to pass the connectors through.
Note: ● Allow a reasonable bending radius when folding excess cabling or for the routing of
the cable.
• Avoid tight bends close to the connectors.
• Avoid pulling on the connector.
• Ensure all cables are fitted into a suitable protective conduit
• Ensure cabling and connectors are fitted away from sources of excess heat, vibration,
movement, water, and dirt.
3.6 Display
The display should be mounted so it is clearly visible to the vehicle operator in all
environments and situations. The display should be fixed in a suitable location in line with any
current legislation/regulations.
The base is fixed to the display with a keyway locking method and locked with a machine
screw. The base can be separated from the display by removing the screw and sliding it back
and down if the display is to be flush mounted.
The base has a self-adhesive pad applied for mounting on the dashboard.