Hawkeye Fourth Generation Hardware Installation Guide v.2.0

HAWKEYE RADAR INSTALLATION AND
MAINTENANCE GUIDE WITH

FOURTH-GENERATION HARDWARE
v2.0
www.hawkeyeradar.com
Hawkeye Radar Installation and
Maintenance Guide with
Fourth-Generation Hardware v2.0
The installation and maintenance guide has been designated as an overview and
explanation of the Hawkeye radar sensor, system components and accessory parts
for traffic engineers, signal technicians and contractors.
The document covers the installation of the Hawkeye Radar sensor at the intersection
and post-installation network requirements so that the solution can operate
as expected.
Note: It is important that the parties responsible for the installation and
maintenance of the Hawkeye radar carefully read through the details of this
manual prior to installing, maintaining or monitoring the system.
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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1 – Introduction 1
CHAPTER 2 – Tools and Equipment 2

Tools and Equipment Needed 2
Network Cable Terminations 2
CHAPTER 3 – Networking Needs for Infrastructure 3

Networking Bandwidth 3
Networking Requirements 4
CHAPTER 4 – Prerequisites: Prior to Mounting the Radar Sensor 5

Determine Where to Mount the Radar Sensor 5
Install Extension Arms 5
Pull Network Cable 5
CHAPTER 5 – Mounting the Radar Assembly 6

Pole Bracket 7
Base Bracket 7
Middle Bracket 7
The Radar and Holding Bracket Assembly 8
Mount the Bracket Sub-Assembly 9
Attach Radar Bracket to Bracket Sub-Assembly 9
CHAPTER 6 – Network Connections and Surge Protection 11

Extending Connections by Installing Ethernet Repeater 11
Terminate Network Connections and Mount Ethernet Surge Protector 16
CHAPTER 7 – Radar Grounding 19
CHAPTER 8 – Connecting the Equipment in the Cabinet 20

Install the Equipment Panel and Connect Network Cables 20
Ground the Equipment Panel 22
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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 9 – Installing the Processing Unit 23
CHAPTER 10 – Radar Alignment 24

Radar Alignment 24
Roll 24
Elevation 25
Azimuth or Rotation Angle 26
CHAPTER 11 – Adjustments and Validation 27

Disable Snap-to-Lane 27
Mounting Bracket Sensor Rotation Adjustment Bolts 28
Rotate Sensor for Fine-Tuned Adjustment 30
Adjusting Sensor on the Map 30
Adjusting Sensor to Presence and Advance Zones 31
Adjusting Sensor to Lanes 32
Enable Snap-to-Lane 33
Save Configuration 34
CHAPTER 12 – Manual Alignment via Inclinometer 35
Examples of Digital Bevel Boxes and Levels 35
Measuring Angles Manually 36
Measure and Set Roll Angle 36
Measure and Set Tilt/Pitch Angle 38
CHAPTER 13 – Verifying Communications 39

Radar Communication 39
Context Camera Communication 40
CHAPTER 14 – Installation Checklist 43
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CHAPTER 1 - Introduction
Hawkeye is a third generation 3D-UHD UMRR with unprecedented detection and

data collection capabilities. The radar can detect vehicles not only at the stop bar, but
also up to 1000 feet away from it. It provides separation in speed, range and angle
with nearly 100% accuracy, and utilizes high-speed modulation of adaptive beams to
achieve those results.
To take full advantage of the technology, the traffic professionals and any deployment
project parties must ensure that the solution components and adjacent parts
are properly assembled and installed. Rhythm has been partnering with top
manufacturers with proven track record of development and innovation in the field of
traffic and overall detection technologies.
The Hawkeye hardware solution components and physical parts have been approved
for quality by Agency Standards: UL497B and UL508A. They are compliant and
compatible with NEMA TS1, TS2, and ATC traffic cabinets and controllers via industry
standard connections. The Hawkeye radar solution has been devised to integrate
well with both Rhythm-owned deployments and with new, brand-agnostic solutions.
Tip: For information on utilizing the Hawkeye data analytics software, refer to the
Hawkeye ASPM/AFPM User Guide.
Hawkeye Radar Installation and Maintenance Guide with Fourth-Generation Hardware v2.0 PAGE 1
CHAPTER 2 - Tools
and Equipment
Tools and Equipment Needed
• 1/2” (13mm) socket and socket wrench or combination wrench

• Slotted screwdriver
• Band straps and fastening tool
• Network cable tester
• Shielded Cat6 RJ45 connectors and crimping tool
• 12 AWG copper wire; wire strippers
Network Cable Terminations
1. All network cable terminations should be pinned according to EIA/

TIA T568B specifications.
Fig. 1 Wiring with RJ45 Pinouts per T-568B Standard
2. Test the network cable terminations using a Fluke Micro Scanner or a similar device,
before plugging in the equipment. Required data shown on the tester is Length,
Resistance, Frequency, and Insertion Loss Margin.
Note: If cabling is connected to the camera and/or radar before being

properly terminated and tested, warranty is null and void.
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CHAPTER 3 – Networking Needs
for Infrastructure
The following requirements are valid for both stand-alone (without In|Sync) and
integrated solutions (with In|Sync)
Networking Bandwidth
To operate successfully following the installation, the Hawkeye radar solution requires
network connection within steady networking bandwidth. This chapter provides an
overview of the available communication methods.
Communication Bandwidth under Ideal

Limitations
Methods Conditions*
Fiber Optic 10 Gbps (10,240 Mbps) @ 30

miles /50 km
Ethernet 1 Gbps (1024 Mbps) @ 325ft

/100 m
Twisted-pair 25 Mbps @ 2000ft/600 m Hardware must be in good condition

to achieve higher throughput
Copper Cabling
Wireless 54 Mbps Throughput varies depending on

distance and amount of vegetation/
buildings between antennae; typical
speeds range from 5 to 20 Mbps;
throughput also is dependent on the
WiFi standard being used; currently
standard 802.11n offers up to 300
Mbps
DSL/Cable Modem ** 128 Kbps - 1.5 Mbps DSL lines are not available everywhere;
throughput is strongly dependent on
the distance between the DSL modem
and the telephone central office switch
“Bandwidth” is the amount of network communication traffic that can flow through a
given point. Think of bandwidth as plumbing and water as traffic. A small copper pipe
allows a small stream of water to flow, but to get more water to the other end faster,
you need a larger diameter pipe. Similarly, if you need more network traffic to get to
the other end faster, you need more bandwidth. Water traffic can be measured in cups
or gallons; network traffic is measured in “bits” and “bytes.” A byte equals eight bits.
* All bandwidth speeds are raw throughput speeds and do not count networking overhead, which can use up
to 30+% of the bandwidth.
** DSL and cable modem connections typically advertise their speeds as something like 1.5 to 10 Mbps.
However, this is the download speed. Hawkeye radar communication is more dependent on upload speeds.
CHAPTER 3 – Networking Needs Post-Installation
Tip: Be careful when reading specifications that mix bits per second (bps) with Bps
(bytes per second). For example, a 100 Mbps connection is slower than a 50 MBps
connection (50 MBps = 400 Mbps). There is also confusion regarding the definition of
“kilo.” In some computing contexts, it means 1024; in others it means 1000. Similarly,
“mega” can mean either 1,000,000 or 1,048,576 (1024 x 1024). However, these
numbers are close enough in practical terms to not matter.
Note: Rhythm Engineering requires a minimum of 2 Mbps download and

1 Mbps upload speed. It is recommended that customers consult their
Communications department and Rhythm Engineering for finding an optimal
networking solution for their specific deployment.
Networking Requirements
The Rhythm system uses Internet Protocol (IP) address labels to communicate. IP
communication is a robust and proven technology that has allowed the Internet
to evolve.
The word “Internet” in Internet protocol can be a little misleading – it is not
necessary for the network to be open to the public internet. Typically, the network
used by Rhythm products is either sequestered behind firewalls or totally isolated.
Municipalities with an existing networking plan can often just incorporate the traffic
network into their broader networking scheme. However, it is required that Rhythm
Engineering can connect to the existing network by means of a VPN tunnel, to
provide remote support and maintenance to Hawkeye system units.
Before installing Hawkeye, be sure to have the following

networking items in place:
• A fully configured and installed router with VPN and firewall capabilities
• Ports 5000 and 5001 to be opened so that the processor can broadcast the
Hawkeye UI
• VPN access for at least four unique Rhythm users
• Static IP address assignments for each device processing unit, with designated
subnet/gateway
• Minimum bandwidth of 2 megabits per second (Mbps) download speed and
1 Mbps upload speed
Note: The only networking equipment provided by Rhythm Engineering is the

network switch that resides on the equipment panel (for communications at the
intersection). All other networking equipment must be purchased separately.
CHAPTER 4 – Prerequisites:
Prior to Mounting the Radar Sensor
Determine Where to Mount the Radar Sensor
The radar sensor will need to be mounted to a rigid pole, mast arm, or extension arm.
If mounting on a mast arm, the radar sensor should be mounted in front of on-coming
traffic, but no more than 1/3 of the length of the mast arm from the upright.
Install Extension Arms
When installing from a vertical pole, extension arms can be used to provide a more
direct view of the on-coming traffic for the radar sensor. Any extension arm must be at
least 2“ nominal diameter.
Pull Network Cable
Outdoor, shielded, 23 AWG solid copper, direct burial rated Cat6 or better cable
needs to be run to the location where the radar sensor will be installed. Each Cat6
cable run must be under 328 feet (100 m). If the run exceeds this length, Ethernet
repeaters (approved by Rhythm Engineering or procured from Rhythm Engineering)
must be used.
CHAPTER 5 – Mounting the
Radar Assembly
The mounting bracket consists of four major components. Some assembly will occur
during mounting. The part underpinning the assembly is the radar bracket, which
needs to be adjoined to three additional parts.
The unit, when bolted together, allows mounting of the radar directly on a mast
arm or vertical pole. Band straps are used to attach the assembly to the pole. This
assembly supports alignment adjustments in three directions.
A context camera and an Ethernet surge protector will need to be mounted

separately and each of them fastened to the same pole. For instructions on installing
the context camera, check the Axis M2026 - Large FV Camera Installation Guide.
Fig.2 All Brackets Assembled Fig.3 Radar Bracket
Fig.4 The Pole Bracket Fig.5 The Base Bracket
CHAPTER 5 – Mounting the Radar Assembly
Pole Bracket (P/N: 19000174 Rev. 2)
This bracket connects the radar assembly to the pole. The pole bracket can be
mounted directly to a vertical or horizontal pole, by detaching and rotating the
bracket 90 degrees.
Base Bracket (P/N: 19000167 Rev. 3)
Attach the base bracket to the pole bracket using a 1/2” (13mm) wrench to tighten
the four M8 bolts, with bolt caps protruding to the back of the base bracket. The
latter is the primary holding facility for attaching the pole bracket to the middle
bracket. It allows for roll angle adjustments.
Middle Bracket (P/N: 18020104 Rev 6)
The middle bracket connects the base bracket to the radar and holding bracket
assembly. Four M8 bolts need to be fastened from the top and bottom using a 1/2”
(13mm) wrench. It supports adjustments for the radar to be rotated (left/right) and
tilted (up/down).
Fig. 6 The Middle Bracket
Radar Bracket
(P/N: 18020103_07)
The Radar Bracket is designated to hold the radar

sensor, attached at the front, using four M3x5/16”
(8mm) screws.
This bracket is attached to the Middle Bracket using

four M8 bolts, fastened on the sides using a 1/2”
(13mm) wrench.
Fig. 7 The Radar Bracket
The Radar and Bracket Assembly

(P/N: 800-00079)
The radar and bracket assembly contains the

radar sensor and a single holding bracket.
The radar and camera are mounted separately,

but connected together via Ethernet cables
which pass through the Junction Box (JBOX)
mounted to the back of the radar sensor.
Fig. 8 The Radar Assembly
Mount the Bracket Sub-Assembly
The Pole Bracket, Base Bracket, and Middle Bracket will ship assembled. This sub-
assembly can be mounted to the pole, prior to attaching the radar bracket.
Determine if the bracket sub-assembly will attach to a vertical or horizontal pole, and
if needed, disconnect the pole bracket by removing the four M8 bolts and rotate the
pole bracket so that the band strap slots can be used to fasten the bracket to the pole.
Attach the sub-assembly to the pole using three 5/8“ or 3/4“ band straps.
If mounting on a horizontal pole, mount the sub-assembly as level as possible.
Fig. 9 Bracket Sub-Assembly Fig. 10 Sub-Assembly Mounted to

Horizontal Mast Arm
Attach Radar Bracket to Bracket Sub-Assembly
The Middle Bracket of the sub-assembly attaches to the Radar bracket using four
M8x5/8” (16mm) bolts. These bolts are used to adjust the tilt/depression angle of
the radar sensor.
Feed the network cable from the Radar unit through the hole in each of the brackets
of the sub-assembly so that it comes out the side of the Pole Bracket near where the
cabinet Cat6 field cable or Ethernet Surge Protector will be mounted.
Note: Use a 1/2” (13mm) wrench to tighten the bolts.
Fig. 11 Radar Network Cable Fed through the Brackets
Fig. 12 Radar Bracket Attached to the Sub-Assembly
CHAPTER 6 – Network Connections
and Surge Protection
Extending Connections by Installing Ethernet Repeater
In instances where the distance between the camera/radar and the equipment
panel is more than 328ft. (100m), Rhythm Engineering recommends installing
an Ethernet extender a.k.a. repeater, and a PoE injector. The Ethernet repeater
boosts the Ethernet signal strength. The PoE injector is installed in the traffic
cabinet, as shown on Fig. 37.
While the market offers different makes and models of extenders, we

recommend Veracity Outreach Max XT. The instructions below pertain to the
recommended model.
7 3/16”
2 23/64”
OUT
9/3
1 31/32”
2”
Fig. 13 Ethernet extender dimensions
Dimensions and Mounting Holes
• The mounting plate is 2 33/64” x 2 29/32” x 5/64” (64mm x 74mm x 2mm).

The enclosure is 3 15/16” x 1 31/32” x 1 3/16” (100mm x 50mm x 30mm).
• Warning exposure to strong direct sunlight may heat the product beyond
its operating specification, shade where possible.
• Do not mount the product within a second outdoor enclosure. Thermal

insulation combined with solar heating may result in high internal
temperatures.
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CHAPTER 6 – Network Connections and Surge Protection
Cable Gasket Sizes
Check the cable gasket fit. For wider cables, the gasket can be
removed and replaced. Two alternative-size gaskets are included. Fig. 14 Cable gasket
Fig. 15 Matching
TOO TIGHT GOOD FIT TOO LOOSE
cable size to gasket
Cable Gasket Cable Diameter Example Cable
Black (fitted)
3/16” - 1/4” Cat 5e UTP, Cat 6 UTP
(4.7 - 6.5mm)
Green
15/64” - 5/16” Cat 5e, Cat 6 STP, Cat 6a
(6.0 - 7.8mm)
Red
9/32” - 23/64” Double Shielded, older Cat 6a
(7.0 - 9.0mm)
Fitting the Mounting Plate
1. Attach the product to the 2. The plate can be attached in two

mounting plate using the two different orientations to suit the
screws supplied. installation.
Fig. 16 Extender with mounting accessories Fig. 17 Plate mounting variations
3. Mount the product horizontally where possible.

Note: Ensure nothing can push on the connectors & that the cables are
supported and not in tension.
Fitting Connectors
1. Fit the cable cover parts over the cable, loosely assembled or separately in
the order shown:
• Fit a standard (shielded or unshielded) RJ45 plug to the cable and
connect it to the product;
• OUTREACH Max XT should be connected to PoE-compatible
equipment only.
2. Connect the RJ45 plug to the product.

• Check the RJ45 plug clicks into place securely;
• Fit the cable casket into the connector nut
if it is not already in place;
• Check the cable gasket Is fully inserted;
• Check the red O-ring is present.
Fig. 18 Physical connection components
3. Tighten the connector nut firmly 4. Tighten the cable nut firmly by hand.
by hand. The cable nut should contact the
connector when tightened.
• The connector nut should
nearly contact the enclosure • The cable gasket should compress
when fully tightened. firmly around the cable without bulging
or rippling.
Fig. 19 RJ45 connector attached to extender Fig. 20 Cable nut fastened to connector
LED Indicators
OUTREACH MAX XT is transparent to PoE and will power up when both the PoE and
powered device are ports connected.
Fig. 21 LED lights schematic
OUT
POWER (Green) LINK/Activity (Yellow)
ON Power good ON Link
OFF No PoE FLASH Activity
Ethernet and PoE Extension
To extend Ethernet with PoE, use OUTREACH Max XT to connect cable sections of up
to 328ft. (100m).
• OUTREACH devices use standard Cat 5e/6 type Ethernet cable and RJ45
connectors, and auto-detect rate and crossover.
• OUTREACH Max XT should be connected to PoE-compatible equipment

only.
IP CAMERA
VOR-ORM-XT
PoE NETWORK
SWITCH
< NETWORK DATA > ETHERNET AND PoE
POWER
Fig. 22 Connection schematic with one extender
Increasing Range and Power
Two or more OUTREACH Max XT devices may be used to create full-bandwidth

connections over 656ft. (200m) repeater, by joining multiple cable sections of up to
328ft. (100m) each.
IP CAMERA
100m 100m
VOR-ORM-XT VOR-ORM-XT
< 100m >
PoE NETWORK
SWITCH
> PoE >
POWER
<NETWORK DATA >
Fig. 23 Connecting to power schematic with two extenders (100m = 328ft.)
IP CAMERA
100m
VOR-OS/VOR-OSP VOR-ORM-XT
< 100m >
NETWORK
OUTSOURCE
SWITCH
> PoE >
POWER POWER OVER ETHERNET
<NETWORK DATA > ETHERNET DATA ONLY
Fig. 24 Connecting to power schematic with two extenders (100m = 328ft.)
Maximum Range
Maximum range for camera power up to (Watts) is given in the table below:
PoE SOURCE No PoE 5W 10W 15W 20W 25W
1640ft. 984ft. 656ft.

1 EEE 802.af switch N/A N/A N/A
(500m) (300m) (200m)
1640ft. 1,312ft. 984ft.
OUTSOURCE N/A N/A N/A
(500m) (400m) (300m)
1640ft. 984ft. 984ft. 656ft. 656ft.
1 EEE 802.at switch N/A
(500m) (300m) (300m) (200m) (200m)
1640ft. 1,312ft. 1,312ft. 984ft. 984ft. 656ft.
OUTSOURCE PLUS
(500m) (400m) (400m) (300m) (300m) (200m)
Terminate Network Connections and Mount Ethernet Surge Protector
SURGE PROTECTION AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTK-MRJPOEX
1. Pull the Ethernet cable to the IN port of

the Ethernet surge protector and provide
enough excess for a drip loop.
2. Terminate the burial rated CAT6 (or better)
field Ethernet cable using a shielded RJ45
connector.
3. Open the Ethernet surge protector
enclosure by removing the four Philips-
head screws.
Fig. 25 Surge Protector
Tip: The screws are captive, so they do not need to be removed from the cover completely.
4. Remove the cable gland caps and pull out or push through the split ring sealing
insert. The PCB for the Ethernet surge protector is labeled with ports IN and OUT.
5. Install the cable gland cap over the network
cable, insert the sealing ring, and connect
the network cable from the traffic cabinet
to the IN port inside the Ethernet surge
protector enclosure. Ensure the beveled
side of the sealing ring faces out.
6. Pull slightly on the Ethernet cable to ensure
it is locked into the Ethernet port.
7. Insert the sealing ring into the gland
completely and then attach the cap.
8. Perform the same process for the radar
network cable. The network cable from
the radar is already terminated with a
shielded RJ45 connector. Pull it through the
holes in the middle bracket and insert it into Fig. 26 Ethernet Cable Fitted into
the OUT side of the Ethernet surge protector. the Surge Protector
9. Install the cover on the enclosure.
Fig. 27 Remaining Network Fig. 28 Cover Installed

Cable Installed
SURGE PROTECTION AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR AXIS T8061
1. Unscrew the cable gland caps from each end (1) as shown on Fig. 19.
2. Pull out the sealing components and discard the white insert (2).
Do not lose the o-ring (5) from the plastic claw insert (4).
Note: Ethernet Surge Protectors are directional - “Line” end is for the Cat6 run
and “Equip” is for the radar/camera unit.
3. Feed the radar network cable through the cable

gland cap (1).
4. Insert the split sealing ring grommet onto the cable (3).
5. Feed the network cable through the plastic
claw insert (4).
6. Insert the shielded Ethernet connector from the Fig. 29 Ethernet Surge
radar into the Equip (6) side of the surge protector. Protector
7. Insert the plastic claw insert (4) into the surge protector.
It is a keyed insert and must line up.
8. Insert the split sealing ring grommet (3) into the plastic claw insert (4).
9. Install the cable gland cap (1) and fully tighten.
10. Once all network cables have been installed, fasten the surge protector to the
pole or mast arm, via bolts or a band strap.
Fig. 30 Surge protector with cable fasteners pulled out
Fig. 31 Cable inserted into the surge protector
Fig. 32 Cable gland tightened
Fig. 33 Bolt Installation Fig. 34 Strap Installation
CHAPTER 7 – Radar Grounding
GROUNDING THE DTK-MRJPOEX
1. Connect a 12 AWG or thicker copper wire to the internal grounding lug.

2. Run the wire to the base of the pole and attach it to the ground rod. If a
ground rod is not available, attach the ground wire to the mast arm or
extension arm directly.
GROUNDING THE AXIS T8061
Connect the grounding strap to the mast arm or pole using a screw.
Fig. 35 Grounding the surge protector
CHAPTER 8 - Connecting the
Equipment in the Cabinet
This installation guide exhaustively describes a stand-alone installation of the

Hawkeye radar. It does not cover connecting the In|Sync processor or other
Processing Unit to the traffic cabinet or connecting various other modules that
are used to interface the Processing Unit to vehicle detection, ped detection, and
controller in- and outputs.
Tip: Refer to the In|Sync SDLC Installation and Maintenance Guide for information.
Install the Equipment Panel and Connect Network Cables
1. Make sure that the equipment panel contains the following components:
• 24 VDC power supply

• 48 VDC power supply
• 10/100 unmanaged non-PoE network switch
• 4x single port passive PoE injector and Ethernet surge protectors
• Fuse Block
Fig. 36 Connecting Network Cables to Equipment Panel
Note: The context cameras will be powered separately by a dedicated TP-POE-48 PoE Injector from Tycon Sys-
tems, as described in the Axis M2026 - Large FV Camera Installation Guide
CHAPTER 8 – Connecting the Equipment in the Cabinet
2. Mount the Power Supply Unit:
• Single-sensor deployment – the PSU is mounted along with the rest of the
components of the equipment panel;
Fig. 37 Equipment Panel with a PSU for One-sensor Installation
• Multiple-sensor deployment – PSU is mounted separately.
Fig. 38 Equipment panel with a PSU for One-sensor Installation
Tip: Slide the PSU unit along the DIN rail by means of the manufacturer applied DIN rail
bracket, attached to the back of the PSU unit case.
3. After installing the equipment panel to a side wall or shelf, plug the two AC power
cables into the surge protected AC power strip provided. This will power the 24 VDC
and 48 VDC power supplies.
CHAPTER 8 – Connecting the Equipment in the Cabinet
4. Next, connect the field network cables for the radar sensors to the 4x single
port 48 VDC passive PoE injector and Ethernet surge protectors. The ports are
labelled Radar. The radar devices should be connected to the ports in this order
for simplicity:
• Port 1: North Bound radar
• Port 2: South Bound radar
• Port 3: East Bound radar
• Port 4: West Bound radar
Note: These are passive PoE/always-on PoE network ports. Do not connect
anything except the radar sensors to these ports or you will risk damage to
your network port or device.
5. The four DIN rail mounted fuses are 1 A slow blow and protect the sensor from a
power circuit short or other accident.
6. Numbers 1-4 correspond to the labelled PoE injector ports.
Ground the Equipment Panel
1. Connect a 12 AWG or thicker gauge copper wire to the ground lug or ground bar.
2. Connect the other end of the wire to the traffic cabinet earth ground bus bar.
Fig. 39 Fastening the Ground Wire to the Traffic Cabinet
CHAPTER 9 – Installing
the Processing Unit
Installing the Processing Unit
1. Position the processing unit on a shelf or install with rack mount brackets.
2. Connect the green 3-conductor 24 VDC power cable from the equipment
panel’s 24 VDC power supply to the processing unit.
3. The processing unit has two network ports,

each with a specific purpose. The LAN port
is designated to be connected to the traffic
network via the cabinet network switch used
to provide communications between all the
traffic cabinets on the corridor. Connect the
LAN port to an available port on the cabinet
network switch.
Only the processing unit will be connected to the

traffic network.
Fig. 40 Connecting the LAN Port to the Network
4. Connect the SENSOR port on the processing unit

to an available port on the network switch on the
equipment panel.
Fig. 41 Sensor Port on Processing Unit
CHAPTER 10 - Alignment of
Camera and Radar
Radar Alignment
After verifying successful communications, use the Hawkeye Configuration Software

to assist in adjusting the alignment of the radar sensor.
Tip: Another person is required to assist in the alignment adjustments. One person
will adjust the radar sensor and the other person will need to be connected to the
processing unit and use the Hawkeye Configuration Software to verify alignments.
Roll
In the Elevation and Roll menu, the Roll angle should be at 0 degrees, however,
anything within +/- 1 degree is acceptable.
Adjust the roll angle by loosening the four bolts with a 1/2” (13mm) wrench.
Fig. 43 Bolts of the Base Bracket Tightened to Allow Roll
CHAPTER 10 – Alignment of Camera and Radar
Elevation
1. Select the Elevation and Roll menu item under the Guided Alignment menu
section on the left. Select the Sensor in the drop-down box.
• The recommended Pitch is listed in the top box. This is the configured Pitch
angle which was determined to provide good coverage of the detection
zones.
• The current Pitch angle is listed in the bottom box.
Fig. 44 Setting up Radar Pitch
2. Adjust the radar sensor Pitch down/

up using the four bolts which attach
the Radar and Camera Bracket to the
Middle Bracket, so that it is as close
as possible to the configured Pitch.
Use a 1/2” (13mm) wrench to make
the adjustment.
Fig. 45 Pitch/Tilt Adjustment Bolts
CHAPTER 10 – Alignment of Camera and Radar
Fig. 46 Low Pitch Detection Fig. 47 High Pitch Detection

Incorrect – Angle Too Much Declined Incorrect – Angle Too Much Inclined
If the angle is too far negative, tilt the If the angle is too far positive, tilt the
sensor up toward the sky until it is within sensor down toward the ground until
0.5 degrees of the desired pitch angle. it is within 0.5 degrees of the desired
pitch angle.
Correct – Angle Close to Configured

Value The angle is correctly set.
Fig. 48 Correct Pitch Detection
Azimuth or Rotation Angle

To verify the Azimuth or Rotation Angle of the radar sensor, live vehicles must be present
and moving through the intersection. As vehicles are detected, they will be displayed in
the map/intersection view of the Hawkeye Configuration Software.
Prior to adjusting the rotation angle of the radar sensor, the Snap-to-Lane feature of the
radar sensor must be disabled.
Tip: See Chapter 11 – Adjustments and Validation, for instructions on how to disable
Snap-to-Lane, and how to adjust the rotation of the radar for accurate vehicle detection.
CHAPTER 11 – Adjustments
and Validation
Disable Snap-to-Lane
1. Open the Command dialog by going to the Views > CAN Data Views > Command
option from the main title bar menu.
Fig. 49 Disabling Snap-to-Lane
2. Select the IP Address of the sensor

from the CAN drop-down menu, and
enter the following settings:
• ParNo: 54
• Value: 0 (off)
• Action: 214
3. Click the Send button to turn off

snap-to-lane.
Fig. 50 Snap-to-Lane Settings
CHAPTER 11 – Adjustments And Validation
Mounting Bracket Sensor Rotation Adjustment Bolts
1. Locate the sensor rotation angle adjustment bolts.
2. If an adjustment is necessary, loosen the four bolts using a 1/2” (13mm) wrench or
socket and make the adjustments.
Fig. 51 Adjusting Sensor Rotation Position
3. Then, check the result in the Hawkeye Configuration Software.
• From the perspective of the radar facing the approaching traffic, if the vehicles
are being detected to the left of the detection zones, the radar sensor must be
rotated to the left;
• If the vehicles are being detected to the right of the detection zones, the radar
sensor must be rotated to the right.
4. The adjustment will not be noticed unless the vehicles are moving. A vehicle that
is stopped will not show the adjustment. After rotating the sensor, verify the view
with newly arriving vehicles.
Vehicles on the left – rotate left
Fig. 52 Sensor Adjustment to the Left
Vehicles on the right – rotate right
Fig. 53 Sensor Adjustment to the Right
Alignment is within tolerance - fine-tune in the software
The vehicles are still not aligned perfectly with the detection zones, but the sensor
rotation is within acceptable tolerance. Use the software tools to rotate the radar
sensor within the map to align the vehicles to their lanes and detection zones.
Fig. 54 Sensor Aligned with Approach
Rotate Sensor for Fine-Tuned Adjustments
Adjusting Sensor on the Map
1. Select the Sensor Positions menu item under the Site Plan section on the left in the
Installation Wizard.
2. Select the radar sensor to adjust on the map or select it from the drop-down list.
Fig. 55 Positioning UMRR-1 on the Map
Adjusting Sensor to Presence and Advance Zones
The vehicles arriving are not perfectly aligned to the lanes and detection zones. The
vehicles further away from the radar sensor appear to the top of the lanes. This means
that the radar sensor will need to rotate down. However, as the vehicles get closer to
the stop bar, they are aligned within the lane well. This means that after rotating the
sensor down for vehicles far away, we will need to make additional adjustments for
closer vehicles.
1. Select the red arrow that is protruding from the radar sensor and drag it (down for
this example) on the map to rotate where the sensor is facing.
2. Rotate it so that the arriving vehicles are perfectly aligned to the lanes.
3. You can also manually enter the Azimuth angle to make fine-tuned adjustments.
Fig. 56 Entering Azimuth Angle for UMRR-1
Adjusting Sensor to Lanes
After we rotated the sensor down, the vehicles further away are aligned correctly, but
now the vehicles close to the stop bar are at the edge of the lane on the bottom.
1. We will need to move the radar sensor to pull those vehicles up.
2. To do this select the red circle that represents the radar and drag up
(in this example).
3. This will modify the X and Y position of the radar which can manually be entered
as well.
Fig. 57 Lane Edge Manual Adjustment
4. The vehicles are now perfectly aligned into the lanes and the zones.
Vehicles furthest away and closest to the stop bar travel within the lanes and are
aligned to the detection zones.
Fig. 58 Accurate Alignment with Field of Detection
Enable Snap-to-Lane
1. Open the Command dialog by going to the Views > CAN Data Views > Command
option from the main title bar menu.
2. Select the IP Address of the sensor from the CAN drop-down menu, and enter the
following settings:
• ParNo: 54
• Value: 1 (on)
• Action: 214
3. Click the Send button to turn on snap-to-lane.
Fig. 59 Enabling Snap-to-Lane
Save Configuration
Lastly, save the configuration to the radar sensor.
1. Select the Save Configuration menu item under the Guided Alignment section.
2. Uncheck the box for All Sensors and select the sensor from the drop-down menu.
3. Click the Apply Settings button.
Fig. 60 Saving Radar Configuration
CHAPTER 12
Manual Alignment via Inclinometer
The UMRR-0C Type 42 radar model 0406 will not have an accelerometer. This means
that the TMConfigurator software cannot provide the tilt and roll angle. A digital incli-
nometer, bevel box, or level with degree reading may need to be procured and used
when installing the radars, to set the correct roll and tilt angle. Contractors should
be aware of this notice and procure correct tools to install radars!
Examples of Digital Bevel Boxes and Levels
Here are a couple different options from Amazon:

1) GemRed Digital Level Box Protractor Angle Finder Level Gauge Bevel Gage
Inclinometer with Backlight and Magnetic Base: https://www.amazon.com/dp/
B078GHV14C/ref=sspa_dk_detail_7
2) Digital Light Weight Bevel Box Gauge Angle Protractor Magnetic Angle
Gage Level/Protractor/Bevel Gauge fo Handyman, DIY tools: https://www.amazon.
com/Digital-Bevel-Gauge-Angle-Protractor/dp/B00M9ZHSPE/
3) CO-Z Digital Level and Angle Finder, Angle Gauge and Protractor, Incli-
nometer, Box, Magnetic Base and Backlight, Easy Two-Button Operation: https://
www.amazon.com/dp/B0797R51WX/ref=sspa_dk_detail_0
4) Home Depot has a nice digital level as well:

9 in. Magnetic Digital Torpedo Level: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Em-
pire-9-in-Magnetic-Digital-Torpedo-Level-em105-9/310152658?storeSelec-
tion=2202,2213,2203,3021,2201
Fig. 61 Samples of level and bevel boxes
CHAPTER 12 – Aligning the Radar with a Digital Bevel Box/Inclinometer
Measuring Angles Manually
The housing and brackets are aluminum, so magnets won’t help hold the digital bev-
el boxes to the unit.
The top edge of the radar is not completely flat. The radome material (black) on the
front of the radar creates a lip along the edges of the unit. When you position the
digital bevel box to measure the radar angles, be sure it is against the flat most edge
of the radar.
Fig. 62 Choose a flat edge to use for leveling
Measure and Set Roll Angle
To measure the roll angle the digital bevel box needs to be parallel to the face of the
radar.
1. Place the digital bevel box above the radar and on the flat surface of the
edge as shown below. The roll angle should read 0.00 degrees when aligned prop-
erly.
Fig. 63 Roll set to 0.00 degrees
2. Alternatively, if a flat object is available (ruler or small piece of wood), it can

be placed over the back of the mounting bracket for a larger surface for the digital
bevel box to rest on.
Fig. 64 Supplementary tools used for precision of roll setting
Measure and Set Tilt/Pitch Angle
To set the tilt angle, the digital bevel box needs to be positioned perpendicular to the
face of the radar.
1. The tilt angle needs to be set to the same value that is programmed in the
radar.
2. Refer to the configurations for each radar/approach. Usually, the value is
2.00 degrees pitched down, but could be 4.00 or 6.00, if the stop bar is close to the
radar.
Fig. 65 Elevation set to 2.00 degrees
Again, a flat object may be used with the mounting bracket to assist.
Fig. 66 Supplementary tools used for precision of roll setting
CHAPTER 13
Verifying Communications
After the connections are made to the equipment at the pole, verify that
communications are available to the equipment.
Radar Communication
Verifying communication requires another person at the traffic cabinet or remote,

connected to the processing unit.
1. Open the Hawkeye Radar Configuration software from the Kiosk Home menu
and select the configuration provided for the intersection.
2. If the configuration file is not already open, click the Wizard button in the
lower right.
Fig. 67 Radar Configuration Kiosk Home Page
3. In the Installation Wizard dialog, select the radio button for Existing, then click
the ‘…’ button and enter the location of the configuration file. The configuration
is found in C:\hawkeye\conf\radar-config.tisf.
Fig. 68 Wizard Button to Configuration Panel
CHAPTER 13 – Verifying Communications
4. The connected unit will show the detection zones in green and the green Data
Transfer OK icon will be illuminated.
5. Communication can also be verified from the Installation Wizard by selecting
the Test menu under the Communication menu on the left-hand side.
Fig. 69 Installation Wizard Landing Page
• A green indication for the bars and an OK message indicates successful

communication with the radar sensor.
Fig. 70 Visualizing the Connected Intersection
• Additionally, the radar sensor in the map will show green bars.
Context Camera Communication
To verify communications with the context cameras, open the Camera Config Tool
from the Kiosk Settings menu.
1. Click on the Device Config icon in the menu on the left.
Fig. 71 Connection Validation Attributes
2. Then, select the Search setting link at the top to open the Settings dialog.
3. Enter the Start IP as 192.168.12.10 and the End IP as 192.168.12.20.
4. Set the Username and Password as admin/travis123 respectively.
5. Click the OK button. Click the blue circular refresh icon at the top.
Fig. 72 Hawkeye Kiosk Settings Menu
6. If the cameras are online, they will be displayed in the IPC list on the left. Double-
click on one of the cameras and select the Image tab to verify communications.
Fig. 73 Camera Search by IP Address
Fig. 74 Online Camera Settings
42 PAGE 42 Hawkeye Radar Installation and Maintenance Guide with Fourth-Generation Hardware v2.0
CHAPTER 14
Installation Checklist
The following checklist is designed to aid you in your installation of a Hawkeye system
and help you maintain it as long as possible. Feel free to tear this checklist out of your Download
manual or to download a printable copy that you can keep handy for reference.
INSTALLATION GUIDE
STEP # INSTALLATION STEPS DATE COMPLETED
REFERENCE
1 Provide IP addresses to Rhythm Engineering
Receipt of Shipment
2 a) Check packaging upon arrival (if damaged take pictures)
b) Report missing/damaged items within 30 days of receipt
Chapter 3 - Networking
3 Networking Needs for the infrastructure are met Needs for Infrastructure > p.
3-4
Chapter 4 - Prerequisites > p.
4 All Hawkeye camera/radar units mounted at designated locations 5 and Chapter 5 - Mounting
the Radar Assembly > p. 6-10
Communications to the cabinet are in place
Chapter 4 - Prerequisites >
a) Cat6 cable is run and terminated
p. 5
b) Cat6 cable run is tested with Fluke Micro Scanner or similar device
Chapter 2 - Tools and Equip-
Note: If cabling is connected to the camera and/or radar
ment > p.2
5 before being tested, the warranty is null and void
c) Power and Ethernet cables are run
Brand can vary - refer to the
d) Rhythm approved Ethernet repeaters installed, if needed repeater product manual for
installation instructions
Chapter 6 – Network Connec-

Ethernet surge protectors installed in Cat6 line and grounded
tions and Surge Protection >
6 Note: Ethernet Surge Protectors are directional - “Line” is for the Cat6 run
p. 11-18 and Chapter 7 - Radar
and “Equip” is for the radar/camera unit
Grounding > p. 19
Cabinet materials are in the cabinet
Chapter 8 - Connecting the
a) Equipment Panel - mounted Equipment in the Cabinet >
p. 20-22
Chapter 9 - Installing the
b) Processor - mounted & connected
Processing Unit > p. 23
c) C1-Y, ABC-Y, SDLC, or ATC cable unconnected
7
d) Intercept Module - mounted (if applicable)
e) DIN Relay IV - mounted (if applicable)
f) If SDLC connection include the following:
SDLC Module - mounted & unconnected
SDLC Power Cable
SDLC Cable to BIU 1
SDLC Serial Cable or Dual Serial Cable
CHAPTER 14 – Installation Checklist
g) If ATC connection include the following:

SDLC Module - mounted & unconnected
SDLC Power Cable
7
SDLC Serial Cable
ATC/ITS Input Cable
ATC/ITS Output Cable
Chapter 10 - Alignment of
8 Radar configured and aimed remotely - roll, pitch etc.
Camera and Radar > p. 24-26
9 Test camera and radar communication is working
Chapter 12 –Verifying Com-

10 Test radar communication is working
munications > p. 35-38
11 Phasing within the controller must coincide with signal plans provided
Verify completion of readiness with Rhythm

12 a) email PMO@rhythmtraffic.com for project planning
b) email support@rhythmtraffic.com for assistance and troubleshooting
14019 W 95th St
Lenexa, KS 66215
913-674-9846
support@rhythmtraffic.com

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HAWKEYE RADAR INSTALLATION AND

MAINTENANCE GUIDE WITH

CHAPTER 2 – Tools and Equipment 2

CHAPTER 3 – Networking Needs for Infrastructure 3

CHAPTER 4 – Prerequisites: Prior to Mounting the Radar Sensor 5

CHAPTER 5 – Mounting the Radar Assembly 6

CHAPTER 6 – Network Connections and Surge Protection 11

CHAPTER 7 – Radar Grounding 19

CHAPTER 8 – Connecting the Equipment in the Cabinet 20

CHAPTER 9 – Installing the Processing Unit 23

CHAPTER 10 – Radar Alignment 24

CHAPTER 11 – Adjustments and Validation 27

Adjusting Sensor to Presence and Advance Zones 31

Adjusting Sensor to Lanes 32

CHAPTER 12 – Manual Alignment via Inclinometer 35

Examples of Digital Bevel Boxes and Levels 35

Measuring Angles Manually 36

Measure and Set Roll Angle 36

Measure and Set Tilt/Pitch Angle 38

CHAPTER 13 – Verifying Communications 39

CHAPTER 14 – Installation Checklist 43

Hawkeye is a third generation 3D-UHD UMRR with unprecedented detection and

Tools and Equipment Needed

• 1/2” (13mm) socket and socket wrench or combination wrench

Network Cable Terminations

1. All network cable terminations should be pinned according to EIA/

Fig. 1 Wiring with RJ45 Pinouts per T-568B Standard

Note: If cabling is connected to the camera and/or radar before being

Communication Bandwidth under Ideal

Fiber Optic 10 Gbps (10,240 Mbps) @ 30

Ethernet 1 Gbps (1024 Mbps) @ 325ft

Twisted-pair 25 Mbps @ 2000ft/600 m Hardware must be in good condition

Wireless 54 Mbps Throughput varies depending on

Note: Rhythm Engineering requires a minimum of 2 Mbps download and

Before installing Hawkeye, be sure to have the following

Note: The only networking equipment provided by Rhythm Engineering is the

Determine Where to Mount the Radar Sensor

Install Extension Arms

Pull Network Cable

A context camera and an Ethernet surge protector will need to be mounted

Fig.2 All Brackets Assembled Fig.3 Radar Bracket

Fig.4 The Pole Bracket Fig.5 The Base Bracket

Pole Bracket (P/N: 19000174 Rev. 2)

Base Bracket (P/N: 19000167 Rev. 3)

Middle Bracket (P/N: 18020104 Rev 6)

Fig. 6 The Middle Bracket

The Radar Bracket is designated to hold the radar

This bracket is attached to the Middle Bracket using

Fig. 7 The Radar Bracket

The Radar and Bracket Assembly

The radar and bracket assembly contains the

The radar and camera are mounted separately,

Fig. 8 The Radar Assembly

Mount the Bracket Sub-Assembly

Fig. 9 Bracket Sub-Assembly Fig. 10 Sub-Assembly Mounted to

Attach Radar Bracket to Bracket Sub-Assembly

Note: Use a 1/2” (13mm) wrench to tighten the bolts.

Fig. 11 Radar Network Cable Fed through the Brackets

Fig. 12 Radar Bracket Attached to the Sub-Assembly

Extending Connections by Installing Ethernet Repeater

While the market offers different makes and models of extenders, we

Fig. 13 Ethernet extender dimensions

Dimensions and Mounting Holes

• The mounting plate is 2 33/64” x 2 29/32” x 5/64” (64mm x 74mm x 2mm).