Detroit Assurance Vehicle Cameras

Multipurpose Camera 3 (MPC3)

The camera bracket that comes with Detroit Assurance can hold a driver facing camera (DFC), Multipurpose Camera (MPC3), and rain/light sensor (RLS). The unit is mounted against the windshield. See Fig. .

The MPC3 works with the radar system to support multiple Detroit Assurance features. It is important for the driver to keep the windshield clean, unobstructed, and without damage in order for the MPC3 to operate properly.

Lytx Driver Facing Camera (if equipped)

Multipurpose Camera 3

Rain/Light Sensor

Fig. 1, Multipurpose Camera Bracket

Rain Light Sensor (RLS)

The RLS detects rain, snow, or other precipitation on the windshield and can determine the amount of ambient light.

If the windshield wipers are set to intermittent operation, they automatically start clearing the windshield when the RLS detects precipitation. For additional windshield wiper and headlight information, see the Driver Controls chapter.

If the headlight switch is set to automatic or ‘A,’ the low beam headlights and vehicle exterior lights turn on when the RLS registers a low level of ambient light. This could happen due to sunset, fog, smoke, or any other event that decreases light levels.

Lytx Driver Facing Camera, Optional

The Lytx driver facing camera constantly monitors driving behaviors. When certain driving behavior is detected it begins a recording, indicated by a red light in the camera. An audible alert sounds to alert the driver. The alerts can not be muted and continue to occur until the driver corrects the behavior.

Driving behaviors that may be monitored include:

• Driver Smoking

• Food or Drink

• Handheld Device

• Inattentive or Distracted Driver

• No Seat Belt

• Speed (company policy and posted speed)

• Following Distance

• Lane Departure

Vehicles equipped with a Lytx driver facing camera have a switch on the dash as shown in Fig. . Press the VIDEO REC switch to manually initiate a recording for 10 seconds. An amber lamp in the switch illuminates while the recording is in process.

Fig. 2, Lytx Video Record Switch

The Lytx driver facing camera automatically turns on a privacy mode when the parking brake is set. When the vehicle is on, it is indicated by a solid blue LED light on the Lytx camera. This mode cannot be initiated by the driver.

Videos can be viewed on the Lytx account system which requires approval to access.

For more information, access the Lytx SF500 DriveCam System User's Manual by scanning the Lytx QR code shown in Fig. .

Fig. 3, Lytx QR Code Link to Manual