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Configuration for Motor Graders (1) Display (2) Rear Camera (3) Left Rear Medium Range Object Detection Sensor (4) Right Rear Medium Range Object Detection Sensor | |
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Configuration for Wheel Loaders (1) Display (2) Rear Camera (3) Medium Range Object Detection Sensor | |
Note: Wheel Loaders can have up to three medium range object detection sensors.
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Configuration for Articulated Truck (1) Display (2) Rear Camera (3) Rear Center Medium Range Object Detection Sensor | |
Small Off-Highway Truck System
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Configuration for Off-Highway Truck (1) Front Medium Range Object Detection Sensor (2) Left-Hand Side Medium Range Object Detection Sensor (If equipped) (3) Front Camera (4) Right-Hand Side Medium Range Object Detection Sensor (If equipped) (5) Left Camera (If equipped) (6) Display (7) Right Camera (If equipped) (8) Left External Light (If equipped) (9) Rear Camera (10) Right External Light (If equipped) (11) Rear Medium Range Object Detection Sensor | |
Note: Refer to your local Cat dealer for information on installation and adjustment of the cameras and object detection sensors.
Note: Functioning of this system is not required for this machine to be safely operated. The operator can still use the other means. Use the following examples to verify that the area is clear or provide warning before the machine is moved: direct vision (from cab and ground), mirrors, spotters, and warning horns.
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The Object Detection System is designed to enhance the operators awareness of the operators surroundings. Use of this system does not replace basic safety precautions and procedures for operating the machine. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual of the machine for additional information. |
The Object Detection System uses object detection sensors and video to provide the operator with additional information about the work area around the machine. The display interfaces with the object detection sensors that are mounted on the rear of the machine. The object detection sensors increase perimeter awareness.
Recognition of an object is dependent upon the material composition and the geometry of the object. The system may detect an object that is smaller than a standing adult human. However, due to the limited number mounting areas for the object detection sensors on the machine, there are gaps in the object detection sensor coverage that would allow the system to miss these smaller objects.
The Illustrations below show the approximate coverage that is provided by the object detection sensors when sensors are properly adjusted and the system is in an active state. The coverage will vary by model.
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Motor Grader | |
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Wheel Loader | |
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Articulated Truck | |
Objects are most likely to enter the areas of limited visibility of the machine when the machine has been stopped. To help prevent objects from entering an area of limited visibility unnoticed, the Object Detection System activates when the key switch is turned to the ON position. The system remains in the active state until the machine transitions to a forward gear. The system remains in the active state anytime the machine is traveling in reverse.
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Identify the object and the location of the object before you move the machine. Failure to identify the object and the location of the object prior to moving the machine can result in product damage, personal injury, or death. |
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Object Detection Sensor information will not be used to determine the exact position of the object. Only the general area of the object relative to the machine will be displayed. The operator must use the camera for the designated machine quadrant to determine if the object is in the path of the machine and if evasive action is required. |
Any critical zone indication will trigger an audible alarm if the following condition is true:
- If the operator has placed the machine in reverse gear, and attempts to move in the direction that an object is detected. This situation applies to the rear of the machine only.
Small Off-Highway Truck System
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The Object Detection System is designed to enhance the operators awareness of the operators surroundings. Use of this system does not replace basic safety precautions and procedures for operating the machine. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual of the machine for additional information. |
The Object Detection System uses object detection sensors and video to provide the operator with additional information about the work area around the machine. The display interfaces with the object detection sensors that are mounted on the machine. The object detection sensors increase the perimeter awareness in the coverage areas.
Recognition of an object is dependent upon the material composition and the geometry of the object. The system may detect an object that is smaller than a standing adult human. However, due to the limited number mounting areas for the object detection sensors on the machine, there are gaps in the object detection sensor coverage that would allow the system to miss these smaller objects.
Illustration 8 below shows the approximate coverage that is provided by the object detection sensors when sensors are properly adjusted and the system is in an active state. The coverage will vary by model. This is the coverage provided by a four radar system.
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Objects are most likely to enter the blind spots of the machine when the machine has been stopped. To help prevent objects from entering a blind spot unnoticed, the Object Detection System activates when the key switch is turned to the ON position. The system remains in the active state until the machine transitions from a stopped state. The system remains in the active state anytime the machine is traveling in reverse. The system will return to the active state automatically after the operator has brought the machine to a complete stop and has remained stopped for the reactivation delay time that has been configured. The reactivation delay is used to stop the system from transitioning from the standby state to the active state while making short stops.
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Identify the object and the location of the object before you move the machine. Failure to identify the object and the location of the object prior to moving the machine can result in product damage, personal injury, or death. |
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Object Detection Sensor information will not be used to determine the exact position of the object. Only the general area of the object relative to the machine will be displayed. The operator must use the camera for the designated machine quadrant to determine if the object is in the path of the machine and if evasive action is required. |
Any critical zone indication will trigger an audible alarm if either of the following conditions are true:
- The operator places the machine in gear and attempts to move in the direction of a detected object. For front and rear critical zones only.
- The operator places the machine in gear and attempts to move in any direction. For left and right side critical zones only.
The operation of the system can be affected by any of the following factors.
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Personal injury or death could result without observing the following information. Environmental conditions, installation, and topographical factors can effect the proper operation of the Cat Integrated Object Detection System. The following information must be taken into consideration. |
Environmental - Weather conditions such as rain, snow, and sleet can create road conditions that may cause mud to build up on the face of the object detection sensor. The moisture in the mud can reduce the effectiveness of the coverage of the object detection sensors. The mud absorbs the RF energy that is emitted by the object detection sensors. If an accumulation of mud is observed on the object detection sensors, then clean the surface of the sensor. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Object Detection Sensor - Clean/Inspect" section of this manual for addition information on how to clean the sensors.
Note: The object detection sensors have blockage detection diagnostics. These diagnostics will display a message to the operator via the display when mud or other substances block the object detection sensors. The event will remain active until the sensor has been cleaned or the blockage is removed.
Installation - Incorrect sensor bracket installation and or alignment may cause the object detection sensors to give nuisance warnings to the operator or prevent the detection of objects. The system may sense the ground or the machine that the system is installed on if the object detection sensors are not set to the correct angle. Incorrect sensor bracket installation and or alignment will not provide in the advertised areas.
Note: The brackets may become misaligned over time because of shock and vibration the machine is subjected to during normal operations. The condition of the object detection sensor brackets should be inspected as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual.
Topographical - The system may sense objects even though no objects are present. These detections may occur if the grade of a haul road, a loading area, or a ready line are significant enough to reflect RF energy in the same way as a vehicle or berm would. One or more false targets are possible when a V-ditch is utilized when parking the machine. The V-ditch can cause a false indication at the front or sides of the machine.
Machine Attachments - Machine attachments can impact system performance. If and attachment blocks or interferes with the cameras or sensors field of view, system performance will be negatively impacted.
Machine with Water Distribution Systems - Water will block the systems field of view and system performance will be negatively impacted. If installed on a machine with a water distribution system, the distribution system should not be activity spraying in the direction of travel while the Object Detection system is active. The water from the distribution system will cause the sensors to trigger blockage events and the system will fault.
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Identify the object and the location of the object before you move the machine. Failure to identify the object and the location of the object prior to moving the machine can result in product damage, personal injury, or death. |
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Operating the machine while distracted can result in the loss of machine control. Use extreme caution when using any device while operating the machine. Operating the machine while distracted can result in personal injury or death. |
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Object Detection Sensor information will not be used to determine the exact position of the object. Only the general area of the object relative to the machine will be displayed. The operator must use the camera for the designated machine quadrant to determine if the object is in the path of the machine and if evasive action is required. |
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Object Detection as the system feature set. | |
Power is supplied to the system when the operator turns the machine keyswitch to the ON position. A screen similar to Illustration 9 appears. The screen contains the CAT logo and the system feature set available with the software installed. The system feature set will read either "Vision" or "Object Detection".
If the feature set reads "Vision", the system is a vision system. Vision systems use only the camera component to provide visual information to the operator. The proximity detection bar is not active with the Vision system and the software does not provide detection-based information to the operator.
If the feature set reads "Object Detection", the system is a vision and detection system. Object Detection system uses Object Detection sensors and the camera components to provide visual information to the operator. The proximity detection bar is active with the Object Detection system and the software will provide detection information to the operator.
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After the splash screen containing the logo and feature set has appeared, the disclaimer screen will be shown. After the disclaimer has been read and understood, press the "OK" button to advance to the self-test.
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System Status Indicator | |
During the power-up process, the display will perform a self-test. During the self-test, the display will ensure that all the components are communicating and the alarm on the display will sound momentarily. When the self-test is complete, the following occurs:
- The system status indicator will turn green.
- The cameras will be active.
- The proximity bar will be active.
Note: Ensure that the model of machine listed to the right of the "Zone Directional Radar Indicator" matches the machine that is being operated. If the correct machine does not appear, contact your Cat dealer. Refer to Illustration 11.
If the self-test fails, the system status indicator will turn red, the camera screens will be active, and the object detection sensor screen will be disabled. If the self-test fails, contact your Cat dealer.