Support: Taking and Using Snapshots with VSS

Snapshots can be incredibly useful in providing quick visual evidence of a situation without the need to watch live video feeds. This guide will walk you through the process of taking snapshots and utilizing the snapshot report.

1. Ensure Vehicle is Online:

• Green Dot Indicator: Check that the vehicle is online. This is indicated by a green dot next to the vehicle in the monitoring panel. If the green dot is visible, it means:
  • Ignition is On.
  • The GPRS symbol is lit up, indicating the vehicle is connected to the system.

2. Taking a Snapshot:

1. Press the Query Photo Button:
   • Locate the green or black triangle (the query photo button) in the monitoring panel.
2. Select the Camera:
   • Choose the camera from which you want to capture a snapshot:
     • Camera 1: Interior-facing camera.
     • Camera 2: Forward-facing camera.
     • Camera 3: Additional camera (e.g., rear camera or mini dome camera).
3. Press OK:
   • Once you’ve chosen your desired camera, press OK to take the snapshot.
4. Snapshot Confirmation:
   • The camera is ready when the mountain range icon lights up, and/or the picture icon at the bottom of the panel shows the number of available snapshots.
   • If there’s more than one picture, the icon will show a number in red (e.g., "3/3" means three pictures are available).

3. Reviewing and Saving the Snapshot:

1. View Your Snapshots:
   • Use the left arrow button to scroll through previous snapshots (if there are any).
   • The snapshots are displayed with key details, such as vehicle speed, location (latitude/longitude), and address.
2. Download the Snapshot:
   • Click the download button on the snapshot to save the image as a JPEG file to your computer. You can then open the image for review or use.
3. Close the Snapshot Viewer:
   • Once you’ve saved or reviewed the snapshots, close the image viewer by pressing the red X in the top right corner.

4. Accessing the Snapshot Report:

1. Go to Reports:
   • Click on the Reports icon in the monitoring system.
2. Select Snapshot Report:
   • Choose Snapshot Report from the available report types.
3. Choose Vehicle and Timeframe:
   • Select the vehicle (e.g., Van 11) from the dropdown list.
   • Choose the time period for the snapshots (today, this week, this month, etc.).
4. View the Snapshot Report:
   • The report will show all snapshots taken during the selected period. Each snapshot will display the date, time, and other relevant details.

5. Exporting the Snapshot Report:

1. Export the Report:
   • Click on the Export button on the right side of the report window.
   • Select PDF to download the report in PDF format.
2. Save the Report:
   • The PDF will be saved to your Downloads folder for easy access.
3. Use the Report:
   • You can now email the PDF report to relevant parties (e.g., police, customers) or use it for internal documentation purposes.

Benefits of Using Snapshots:

• Efficient Evidence Collection: Snapshots provide a fast, visual record without needing to watch live video.
• Proof of Events: Snapshots can serve as proof of a vehicle’s location, a driver’s actions, or the completion of a delivery.
• Save Time: Instead of reviewing multiple minutes of live footage, you get a quick, clear image of the situation.

Conclusion:

Using snapshots with the BrickHouse video safety system is a practical and efficient way to monitor events, collect visual evidence, and document vehicle activities. Be sure to take full advantage of this feature!

This guide should help users understand and efficiently use the snapshot feature in the system.

Here’s a step-by-step video for taking snapshots using the BrickHouse Video Safety System.

In Video 4, we’ll guide you through the steps to watch live video from your vehicles, customize your display, and manage your data consumption efficiently.