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Contents 3 3 3 Chapter 1: Introduction What Is the Axon Flex System? Additional Reading 4 4 4 4 6 6 6 6 Chapter 2: Hardware Axon Flex Features Axon Flex Camera Axon Flex Controller Equipment Mounting Options Axon Flex Cables and Connectors Straight-to-Right-Angle Connector USB Cable 8 Chapter 3: Hardware Details 8 Preparing the Axon Flex Camera 10 Preparing the Magnetic Clip Assembly 11 Mounting the Axon Flex Camera to Your Shirt Collar 2 12 12 12 12 13 13 14 Chapter 4: Basic Operations Operating Mo
Introduction 1 What Is the Axon Flex System? The Axon Flex system is a camera system incorporating an audio and video recording device to be worn by you while performing your job duties. Multiple mounting options are available to customize the system to your needs. The components are designed for use in tough environmental conditions. The system is designed to record events in real time for secure storage, retrieval, and analysis via the Evidence.
2 Hardware Axon Flex Features The primary Axon Flex components are the camera and controller. Axon Flex Camera The camera offers high quality video and low-light gathering capabilities. The camera is designed to store at least 4 hours of video (and up to 13 hours based on the video setting). If the camera is full (has reached its storage limit), the camera will not record over previous video but instead stops recording.
NOTE: You can turn off the controller LEDs, if necessary. See Turning off the Controller LEDs in this manual for instructions.
Battery Capacity Battery LED Battery capacity is 41–100 percent Green Battery capacity is 20–40 percent Yellow Battery capacity is less than 20 percent Red during operation; flashing red and yellow during charging Battery critically low Blinking red and yellow When you turn the controller on, the operation LED turns solid red until the system is ready to use. Then the Operation LED blinks green (BUFFERING mode).
For instructions on downloading your Axon Flex camera to a computer, see the TASER Axon End-to-End Deployment Guide.
Hardware Details 3 This chapter describes preparing and using the universal magnetic mount. For additional information on using the universal mount and other mounts, see the instructional videos for assembling Axon Flex hardware at www. TASER.com. If the camera system causes discomfort or headaches, adjust the system for comfort. NEVER wrap cables around the neck. The Axon Flex system uses magnets in many of its mounting systems. The Axon Flex camera and Axon Flex controller both contain batteries.
To Camera To Controller The Axon Flex camera has a circular bump on one side, at the rear of the camera. The cable connector has a round opening that fits around the bump, providing added security when connected. Opening in Connector Protruding Bump on Camera If you do not connect the cable to the camera properly, the connection may not be secure. The controller holster has a cable retention clip that rolls into place to help keep the cable attached.
Preparing the Magnetic Clip Assembly The most basic way to mount the camera to clothing involves two magnetic pieces. The two magnetic clips pictured below are the foundation for many camera mounting options. Each clip features a set of teeth on one side and a ring on the other. The sides with teeth are magnetically attracted to each other. The other clip can be placed inside a shirt collar or cap to hold the camera in place.
Mounting the Axon Flex Camera to Your Shirt Collar 1 Push the two parts of the universal magnetic clip together on each side of your collar. 2 Tug on the parts slightly to confirm the connection is secure. 3 Attach the camera assembly to the magnetic clip on the outside of your shirt. 4 Tug on the parts slightly to confirm the connection is secure. 5 Route the cable to your controller. Ensure that the cable does not obstruct the motion of your head.
Basic Operations 4 Operating Modes The Axon Flex system has two operating modes: 1 BUFFERING 2 EVENT BUFFERING Mode BUFFERING mode is the default mode of operation, and it is activated a few seconds after turning on the controller. The camera must be attached to the controller in order for it to capture video in BUFFERING mode. If the camera is not connected to the controller, you will not capture any video. When BUFFERING begins: • The Operation LED on the controller will blink green.
and attached to the event recording. (Remember, the buffered video will not contain audio.) The moment you double-press the EVENT button, both video and audio will be recorded from the camera and GPS coordinates (if the system is paired to a GPS-capable smart phone) will be recorded. This will continue throughout the duration of the recording until you terminate the recording.
Other than the audio prompt beeps heard on the audio recordings, the volume/pairing button has no effect on the audio recording captured by the camera. Turning off the Controller LEDs For some situations, you may wish to turn off the lights on your controller. 1 Press and hold the Battery button for 10 seconds. • The Operation LED flashes red, yellow, and then green before shutting down the lights.
5 Audio Prompts The Axon Flex system emits beeping sounds called audio prompts to notify you of the system status. These audio prompts usually occur after you perform an action with the Axon Flex system. NOTE: The camera must be connected to the controller for audio prompts to be heard. If the camera and controller are connected and you still do not hear the audio prompts, check the camera’s volume.
Axon Signal Operations 6 An Axon Flex controller equipped with Axon Signal technology is identified with special markings. Its buttons and power switch operate the same way as any other Axon Flex controller. Axon Signal technology takes your Axon Flex system from BUFFERING to EVENT mode automatically after your emergency vehicle’s light bar is activated. NOTE: Your emergency vehicle’s light bar must be equipped with an Axon Signal Unit (ASU) for the camera to go into EVENT mode.
Care and Maintenance 7 Cleaning the Axon Flex System Components Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the surface of the system components. Do not use harsh cleaners or solvents. Do not immerse the system components in water or cleaning solutions. If the Axon Flex camera lens becomes dirty, use a lens blower brush to clean it and then wipe it with a soft cloth if necessary. You may moisten the cloth with isopropyl alcohol. • Do not use Windex or similar type cleaners on the camera lens.
Troubleshooting 8 If you experience difficulty with your Axon Flex devices, first power the device(s) down, disconnect the cables, and then reconnect the cables to ensure a proper connection. If experiencing difficulty with the Axon Mobile application, power down the mobile device, turn the device back on, and re-pair your smart phone with the Axon Flex camera. See the Axon Mobile for Android Devices User Manual or Axon Mobile for IOS Devices User Manual, as appropriate, for more information.
Radio Waves Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the product warranty and the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Your wireless device is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. Government.
Section 7.1.2 of RSS-GEN Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.
Product functions and specifications may change without notice and the actual product may vary from the illustrations in this manual. Android is a trademark of Google, Inc., Flak Jacket is a trademark of Oakley, Inc., IOS is a trademark of Cisco Technology, Inc., and Windex is a trademark of S. C. Johnson & Son, Inc. Axon Signal, Evidence.com, and are trademarks of TASER International, Inc. Axon, Axon Flex, TASER, and © are trademarks of TASER International, Inc., registered in the US and other countries.
