Third-Party Camera Integration Using the HD Samsara Camera Connector

The HD Samsara Camera Connector enables you to expand your current Samsara Dash Cam configuration to connect up to four compatible third-party cameras to your Samsara dashboard.

For a comparison of Samsara Camera Connector features and to view the features available using the connector, see Feature Support by Dash Cam Model. Using the Samsara Dash Cam and Camera Connector configuration, the following detection types will include footage from third-party cameras:

• VG detected harsh events (such as harsh brake and crash)

• Forward Collision

• Following Distance

• Rolling Stop

Note

Policy Violation detection is not supported with the Camera Connector.

Feature Support by Dash Cam Model

The following table lists the features supported by each dash cam model. A green checkmark ( ) indicates a supported feature; a red x ( ) indicates the feature is not supported.

Note

For legal and privacy reasons, audio recording for a third-party system is not available using the Samsara Camera Connector.

		Model
Feature	Samsara CM3X-Series Dash Cam	Standard Samsara Camera Connector	HD Samsara Camera Connector
Video with safety events
Trip stills
Video retrieval
Hyperlapse retrieval
Blurring support
Dash Cam Health Report
Audio recording
AI Event Detection
Secondary extended video
Resolution	HD	Up to SD[a]	Up to HD[a]
Parking mode			[a]
On-device storage			[b]
Mirror and flip the camera stream	N/A
Disconnected alerts
Live Streaming
Installation flow for mobile devices
[a] Availability is dependent on third-party camera options [b] AHD1 will support high res storage (equivalent to CM 60/80/100 hrs)

Third-Party Compatible Camera Options

The following table summarizes the compatible third-party features. If your camera has a connection type or video signal not listed here, you will need to purchase an adapter from a supported third-party vendor.

Component	Options
Connection Type	Video Input: Female GX12 (4-pin) Video Output: Male GX12 (4-pin)
Video Signal	CVBS (NSTC or PAL) AHD

Consult with the manufacturer for options. The following table lists compatible equipment for the Samsara Camera Connector equipment. This list is not a comprehensive list. Always verify connector and signal compatibility.

Category	Manufacturer	Model No.	Description
Cameras	Brigade	VBV-790C	Backup Camera
	Brigade	VBV-300C	Side Camera
	Pro-Vision	CAM-313C-1	PV Backup Camera
	Pro-Vision	IA-DVR-912	HD Low-Profile Camera
	Pro-Vision	IA-DVR-920	HD Standard Camera
	Pro-Vision	CAM-313MS	PV Side Camera
	Rear View Safety	RVS-770-AHD	Backup Camera
	Rear View Safety	RVS-775-AHD	Side Camera
	Rear View Safety	RVS-ARM	Side Camera
	Rosco	STSC168	Front Camera
	Rosco	STSC167	Front Camera
	Rosco	STSK7433	Camera and Monitor Kit
	Safety Vision	SV-625B-KIT	Camera Kit
	Zone Defense	CAM-313C-1	Backup Camera
	Zone Defense	CAM-313MS	Side Camera
Monitors	Brigade	VBV-770M	Brigade Monitor
	Pro-Vision	IA-PM-1980S	7" Touchscreen Quad
	Rear View Safety	RVS-3710-DVR	Monitor / DVR
	Safety Vision	SV-LCD-56BA	5.6" Monitor
	Zone Defense	IA-PM-1970s	Monitor
Multiplexer	Pro-Vision	MUL.604	PV Multiplexer, 4 Channel
	Pro-Vision	MUL.802	PV Multiplexer, 2 Channel
	Pro-Vision	MUL.804	PV Multiplexer, 4 Channel
	Rosco	STSS1000A	Multiplexer, 4 Channel
DVR	Pro-Vision	IA-DVR-906T0-128	10-Channel Hybrid HD DVR
	Brigade	MDR-504GW-1-G2-CMR	4 Channel Mobile Digital Recorder

Install an HD Samsara Camera Connector

Tip

Use the following detailed workflow or the Install Guide (PDF).

Before you begin installation of the HD Samsara Camera Connector, complete the following tasks:

• Verify that your third-party camera equipment is compatible with the Samsara Camera Connector. For compatible requirements, see Third-Party Compatible Camera Options.

• Gather the following equipment:

  	VG54/H VG cable AHD1 with three cable connectors: 1m/3ft USB cable 15cm/0.5ft male GX12 cable (CAM) 15cm/0.5ft female GX12 cable (DISPLAY) CM3x 1m/3ft USB cable
  Depending on your configuration, you may also require a GX12 extension cable (not provided).

• Install your VG54-NA.

• Install your CM31/CM32.

To connect a third-party camera using the HD Samsara Camera Connector:

1. Connect the USB from the HD Camera Connector to the VG54-NA.

   If the distance between the AHD1 and the VG is greater than 10ft/1m, you can order a USB extension cable (CBL-CM-B3AU) from Samsara.

2. Use the provided zip ties to securely mount the HD Camera Connector with the logo facing outward.

   

   The installation location and style vary by vehicle depending on available space.

3. Complete the mounting:

   • Without an in-cab display: Mount the HD Camera Connector near the VG, but ensure both units have adequate ventilation to dissipate heat.

     Warning

     Do not stack the unit on top of the VG as that will hinder the thermal dissipation and cause the unit to overheat.

     If your installation includes multiple cameras and a multiplexer, connect all cameras to the multiplexer.

     

   • With an in-cab display:

     1. Loop the USB cable through the back of the cab.

     2. If possible, mount the HD Camera Connector near the in-cab monitor to ensure the GX12 cable length is adequate to connect. No extension cables should be required.

4. Connect the camera system to the HD Camera Connector male GX12 cable.

5. Connect the HD Camera Connector female GX12 cable to the in-cab monitor video input.

6. To confirm that the cameras are positioned appropriately, first verify that the VG has power, the CM3X is recording, and the third-party cameras have power. Then, proceed to Test Dash Cam Positioning.