FleetFlix Add-in Guide: Enhance Fleet Safety and Efficiency with Geotab Integration

Introduction to FleetFlix

FleetFlix cameras are powered by cutting-edge AI technology to actively detect risky driving events and unsafe behaviors. They deliver real-time reminders to drivers, mitigating potential risks and serving as a valuable tool for driver training. The cameras seamlessly upload events to the Geotab platform, providing a comprehensive overview for strategic decision-making. FleetFlix Dash Cameras ensure you have the insights needed for effective resource management, offering high-quality Live Streaming and video playback for easier and more efficient fleet management. Elevate your fleet's safety and efficiency standards with FleetFlix Dash Cameras – where innovation meets reliability for a smarter and safer journey.

Add-in Process

The following steps outline the process for integrating the FleetFlix Add-in:

The Support Manager will need to be added to the database that the cameras will be associated with.
Support will add the FleetFlix API and Support User.
Support will associate the database with the FleetFlix cameras.
The FleetFlix Add-in will need to be added:
- Navigate to System Settings > Add-ins > New Add-in.
- Paste the provided FleetFlix ADD-IN CODE below.
- The cameras will automatically populate within their associated database.
If installing without a Telematics device, the Support Manager will add your cameras' unique Geotab SN in the Vehicles Tab in Geotab.
The cameras are ready to install.

FleetFlix Add-in Code

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Logging In

To access your FleetFlix data:

Log into your my.geotab.com database.
You will see the main dashboard for your database.

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Navigating to the FleetFlix Add-In

The FleetFlix Add-In will appear underneath the “Add-Ins” section once it has been added to your database. If it is not present, please contact Fleet Hoster support immediately for assistance.

To access it:

Select “Add-Ins” on the far left of your screen.
Click the drop-down arrow for “FleetFlix AI”.
Select “Cameras”.

Cameras Dashboard

This is the main FleetFlix AI Cameras page where you will see a full list of the FleetFlix devices in your database.

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At the top of this page, you will see different tiles, each detailing the status of your devices:

Total cameras: Lists the total number of devices you have.
Online, Standby, Offline: These list the total number of devices currently in each status.
Require Measurements & Require Calibration: These tiles indicate devices that need measurements entered or calibration. Contact Fleet Hoster support if assistance is needed.
Require Subscription, Require Serial Number, Require Firmware/Software Update, and Data Protection Tiles: These tiles are for Fleet Hoster's internal visibility.

Device Details and Status

Underneath the “Name” column, you will find important status information for each device:

Name of the device: The name assigned to the device.
Serial number or Geotab device: The serial number or the Geotab device the camera is paired with.
Camera Status: There are three types:
- Online: Indicated by green. Means the ignition is on & the vehicle is moving. The camera is actively recording.
- Standby: Indicated by orange. Means the vehicle's ignition has been turned off. The camera stays in standby mode for 30 minutes, allowing time to download/view footage.
- Offline: Indicated by red. Means the camera is not connected to the network and is not actively recording.
IMEI: The IMEI is the number used to identify each device.
Current driver & License plate: You can assign a driver and license plate number to each device.

Live Stream

To the far right of each device, you will see an option to view live stream footage. Clicking the drop-down arrow reveals options:

Front Camera
Driver Camera
Auxiliary Cameras (if installed)

Camera Views

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PLEASE NOTE!: Constant live streaming is not recommended as it will affect data usage for your device.

Individual Device Settings & Calibration Status

Begin by clicking on the name of the device. This leads to a screen with three sections: Profile, Rule Settings, and Measurements. Auxiliary cameras also show Router Settings and Aux. Settings.

Profile

This section lists specific information for each device:

IMEI: The IMEI of the device.
Description: Where you can name the device.
Geotab vehicle: Pair your device with the appropriate Geotab vehicle. If GO9s are not utilized, this can be disregarded.

Measurements

Input vehicle measurements here to accurately calibrate your camera:

Width of vehicle
Height from camera mount to ground
Length from camera mount to front of vehicle

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Rule Settings

This page allows you to configure your camera to capture different events:

5 Options for Capturing Event Data:

Off: No notification will be received for that rule.
Event only: Receive just a notification that an event occurred.
Short video: Receive a short video (3 seconds before, 2 seconds after).
Long video: Receive a long video (5 seconds before, 5 seconds after).
Snapshot: Capture a snapshot/photo.

Types of Events:

Button pushed: Allows the driver to timestamp an important event (e.g., accident). Recommended setting: “Video”.
Camera blocked: Alerts if something obstructs the camera lens (in-cab lens only). Recommended setting: Snapshot.
Collision: Triggers upon collision; sensitivity can be adjusted.
Driver distracted: Triggers when the driver's eyes are off the road for 2+ seconds.
Driver facing camera: Option to disable the in-cab camera based on company policy.
Driver fatigue: Detects head nodding, heavy eyelids, or head rolling back, indicating a need for a break.
Driver Phoning: Triggers if the camera detects a phone in the driver's hands.
Hard brake & hard cornering: Triggered by side-to-side movement; sensitivity is adjustable.
Harsh acceleration: Triggers if the driver accelerates faster than normal; sensitivity is adjustable.
Lane departure: Alerts if the driver switches lanes without turn signals or swerves. Requires wiring to the turn signal (grey and pink wires).
Tailgate warning: Triggers if the driver follows too closely; sensitivity is adjustable based on seconds before impact.
Trip snapshots: Captures snapshots every 2 minutes on a trip (appears in MAPS section). Uses significant data; recommended to disable if not needed.
Record audio: Allows recording of in-cab audio. Audio is only audible on downloaded footage, not during live streaming.
Wakeup Sensitivity: If ignition is off and a G-Force event occurs, the camera wakes up to capture the cause.
Idle time: Configures recording duration when the vehicle is not moving but requires continuous recording (e.g., for concrete trucks).
Standby time: Duration (30 minutes) after the vehicle is turned off to allow access to footage.

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Router Settings

Enter the SSID and password to pair your router with the main dash camera.

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Aux Settings

View specific auxiliary cameras listed, along with a photo of their most recent trip.

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Bulk Editing Rules

Edit rules for all your devices simultaneously. Click on the “FleetFlix AI” drop-down menu and choose “Rules” to access this feature.

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Fleet Rules Settings

This page allows bulk rule editing with slight differences from individual settings:

Types of FleetFlix devices: Select the correct device type (FleetFlix AI+ Pro, FleetFlix Lite Pro, FleetFlix Lite) for your fleet.
Fleet Override: Apply a rule setting to your entire fleet at once.
In CAB Alert: Enable audio alerts to the driver when a rule is broken.
Display in miles per hour in subtitles: Includes M/HR in video text overlay (ONLY FOR FF LITE & FF LITE PRO DEVICES).

Once settings are chosen, click “Save” to apply changes, which will take effect on the device's next trip.

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Geotab Rules

If you have Geotab devices, you can apply your Geotab rules in bulk from the top of the page.

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Events

View all events triggered for your devices. Navigate to the “FleetFlix AI” drop-down menu and choose “Events”.

PLEASE NOTE!: Events are stored on the cloud for 4 months before being overwritten.

Viewing Events

Once desired parameters are selected, click “Apply changes” to populate applicable events.

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Options for Searching Events:

Date period
Group
Camera (name)
IMEI
Event type

Requesting and Viewing Media

Request Media: Select “Request Media” to view an event. The status will show “Queued” during download (takes a few minutes).
View Media: If an event is set to “snapshot” or “short/long video”, you can retrieve media. If set to “event only” or “off”, no media is available.

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Recordings

To view recording footage, navigate to the “FleetFlix AI” drop-down menu and choose “Recordings”.

Populated Media

Once “View Media” is selected, a box displays front and driver camera views with a video text overlay (date, time, longitude/latitude, speed). You can play/pause the video.

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Selecting Recordings

Camera type: Choose Front (road-facing), Rear (in-cab), or All (both).
Date: Select the desired date to view.

Available Time

Bolded times: Indicate available recordings.
Greyed out times: Indicate no available recordings.

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Loading and Downloading Records

Load Records: Select this after choosing parameters to populate available recordings.
Request Media: You will see a “Queued” message while footage downloads (1-2 minutes). Then, an option to “View Media” appears.
Downloading Footage: View and download footage to your computer. In-cab audio is available on downloaded recordings if enabled.

PLEASE NOTE!: Your device must be “online” or in “standby” mode to request and view footage. Offline devices will remain queued until back online.

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Audit Logs

View any changes made within the FleetFlix Add-In. Navigate to the main “Cameras” page and select “Audit Logs” at the top.

This page lists all changes, detailing the device edited, the user, and the date/time stamp. An “Options” filter allows viewing by date range or edit type.

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Alarms Report

Set up notifications for triggered events. Access this under the “Alarms Report” on the main “Cameras” page.

My Notifications

View a list of all existing notifications.

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Notification Rules

Configure desired notifications. Choose “Notification Rules” at the top of the page to see a list of enabled notifications.

Add Rules

To add a notification rule:

Select “Add Rules” at the top of the page.
Type: Camera events or Camera diagnostics.
Rule: Specific rule.
Alarm: ON/OFF.
Email alert: ON/OFF.
Email interval: Frequency of email notifications.
Click “Save” once parameters are selected.

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Email Settings

Email Recipients

To set up email notifications, navigate to the Notification Rules page and choose “Email Settings”. This page lists existing recipients. To add a new email, choose “Add recipients”.

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Adding and Updating Email Recipients

Once “Add recipients” is selected, enter email information and choose specific rules for notifications.
On the “Email Settings” page, next to each email, options include:
- Delete: Removes a recipient.
- Update: Allows applying specific rules to a recipient.
Click “Save” to apply changes.

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Coaching BI

Coaching BI is a FleetFlix exclusive feature enabling fleet managers to coach drivers on behaviors, optimizing fleet safety and efficiency.

Access this by navigating to “Coaching” underneath the FleetFlix Add-In.

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For questions or more information on utilizing this tool, please contact Fleet Hoster support.