Vehicle Data Recorder

• Does it come with a USB interface?
  The VDR itself comes with a Deutsch connector for ease of installation into the vehicle by the OEM. A 3 foot USB cable (0L40-2597-00) is available from Weldon which will plug into the Deutsch connector.
• Do I need another interface product or does it work as a stand alone module?
  Weldon's Vehicle Data Recorder (VDR) will function, in conjunction with the Occupant Restraint Indicator (ORI), as a standalone unit. The VDR may also be installed to work with other vehicle networking systems, including Weldon’s V-MUX system.
• In which type of vehicles may it be installed?
  All custom and commercial truck chassis that have an existing SAE J1939 CAN vehicle network broadcasting information pertaining to Vehicle Speed, Engine RPM, Throttle Position, and ABS Event Status.
• What do I need to add it to my fire truck?
  Four things are required to install this onto a vehicle:

  1. Vehicle Data Recorder (VDR) – This is required to tie the inputs into the system as well as store the data.
     1. If the vehicle will have more than 6 seats, you will need an Expansion Module to add up to an additional 8 seats for a total of 14 seats and belts.
  2. Occupant Restraint Indicator (ORI) - This will display the seat status information as required by NFPA 1901-2009.
     1. If this vehicle has Weldon’s V-MUX system with a Vista III display in the driver’s or commander’s seat positions, then the ORI is not required as the Vista III can be programmed to display the seat status information.
  3. Seats and Belts that contain switches to provide feedback to the system.
  4. Connectors, pins, and wires as shown in the VDR Data Sheet.
• Now that I’ve got my 6444 VDR and 6204 ORI, where are the connectors?
  Connectors are purchased separately.

  • (1) Weldon #0L40-2597-00 communications cable, computer USB port to main VDR port.
  • Additionally:
    Vehicle-side harness connectors (from Ladd):
    • (1) Deutsch DTM06-12SA plug for VDR
    • (1) Deutsch DTM06-12SB plug for VDR
    • (2) Deutsch WM-12S wedge insert
    • (1) Deutsch DTM06-6S plug for ORI
    • (1) Deutsch WM-6S wedge insert
    • (30) Deutsch 0462-201-20141 female socket 20AWG
    • (1) Deutsch HDT-48-00 crimp tool
  • (50ft spool) Weldon # 0L20-1600-51 twisted pair communications wire with shield
  • (user select) 20 AWG stranded hook-up wire

Occupant Restraint Indicator

• Do I need another interface product or does it work as a stand alone module?
  The Occupant Restraint Indicator (ORI) requires Weldon’s Vehicle Data Recorder (VDR) to be used.
• Do I need a special seat or seat belt in my truck for the indicator to work?
  The Seat Occupied and Seat Belted inputs into the VDR can be programmed for either Normally Opened or Normally Closed switches. They can be programmed to read Ground or vBatt signals.
• For this device to work with the VDR do I need a special interface?
  The connector info is on the datasheet

Software

• Does it come with special software to work on PC and MAC?
  Weldon’s VDR PC software runs natively on Windows XP and Windows Vista with .NET Framework 3.5. It may be used on Apple Mac computers with Windows emulator software such as VMWare, Bootcamp, or Parallels.