Sentinel CA52 Installation & Operation Manual

Brand: Sentinel

Model: CA52

Type: Installation & Operation Manual

B&W RearView Camera

Installation & Operation

CA52 (Camera)

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BEFORE OPERATING THIS SYSTEM, PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL

THOROUGHLY AND RETAIN IT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Before using this unit please read these operating instructions carefully. Take special

care to follow th warnings indicated on the unit itself as well as the safety suggestions

listed below. Keep them handy for future reference.

Power source – The unit should be connected to power supply only of the type

described in the operating instructions or as marked on the unit.

Water and Moisture – Do not use this unit near water.

Heat – Do not install the unit near heat sources such as radiators, stoves, heat

registers, or other appliances that produce heat.

Ventilation – The unit should be situated so that its location or position does not

interfere with its proper ventilation.

Foreign material– Care should be taken so that objects do not fall into liquids or not

spilled into the unit.

Surface – Place the unit on a flat, level surface.

Damage Requiring Service - The unit should be serviced by qualified service

personnel when:

- The power cord or the plug has been damaged: or

- Object have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the unit: or

- The unit has been exposed to rain: or

- The unit dos not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change

in performance: or

- The unit has been dropped. Or the enclosure damaged.

Replacement Parts – Use only manufacturer specified parts. Unauthorized

substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

Service – The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in

the operating instructions. All other servicing should be refferred to an authorized

service personnel.

Safety Precautions

Warning: This Rear View Camera is to be used with, not instead of, other viewing

aids in your vehicle such as front, rear, and side mirrors. Safe driving practices,

alertness, and visual and physical fitness are prerequisites for your driving safety.

The Manufacturer shall not be held liable for any accidents which may occur while

operating this system.

Caution

Before making any connections, disconnect the ground

terminal from the battery to avoid a short circuit.

The plugs should be full inserted into the connectors or

jack. A loose connection may cause a malfunction with

the unit

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Table of Contents

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Safety Precautions……………………………………………………….

Introduction………………………………………………………………..

System Contents…………………………………………………………

Features…………………………………………………………………...

Camera Controls…………………………………………………………

Camera Installation………………………………………………………

Connections………………………………………………………………

Operating Instructions…………………………………………………..

Care & Maintenance…………………………………………………….

Specifications…………………………………………………………….

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Sentinel Black & White Rearview Camera . This

camera promotes and prevents backing-up and parking accidents, where you

can view or check on the traffic behind your vehicle, or when rounding corners

(blind spot prevention).

This camera can be used in combination with the Sentinel monitor for waste

trucks, RV campers, vans & cars.

To learn more about this camera, or to find out more about our products, please

visit our website at:

www.strategicvista.com

System Contents

Features

• 1/3” CCD Weatherproof Camera

• 65 ft - 2 piece camera extension cable

• Mounting hardware & bracket for camera

• Automatic switching of camera when gear is shifted into reverse

• Built-in microphone on camera (One-way audio). .

• Waterproof, light sensitive, CCD sensor camera in a compact die-cast housing

• Wide Field of View: 96° Horizontal 72° Vertical 120° Diagonal

• 2 piece Waterproof Camera connecting cable (prevents corrosion & resistant to

weathering) with 4 pin Mini DIN connector

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Camera Controls

Lens

Microphone

Mounting

Bracket

Camera Connector

Ground5

DC 12V power4

Audio3

Video Output2

Not Connected1

DescriptionPin Number

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Camera Installation

Camera

Camera Bracket

Washer

Spring

Washer

20M, 4 Pin 2-piece

cable with mini DIN

Jack (female)

1.8M, 4 Pin Cable

with mini DIN Plug

(male)

Screw

1. Connect the 1.8 M cable from the camera to the short 5M piece of the

20M (15M + 5 M) 2-piece extension cable provided.

2. Connect the other end of the 5M cable to the 15M piece, which connects

to CAM A or CAM B on the back of the monitor

1. At the desired camera mounting position, fit the camera mounting bracket

into position using the supplied screws on the center hole and slide hole.

2. Turn the bracket left and right to a correct direction and then tighten the

screws.

3. Fit the camera to the bracket using the supplied washers, spring washers

and screws.

4. Rotate the camera up and down to a position that you can see the picture

you want clearly and then tighten the screws.

5. Drill a cable entry hole through the wall or a door or a window frame just

below the mounting bracket.

6. Pull the cable fully through the hole. Inside the protected property, attach

the extension cable to the cable from the camera. Run the extension

cable to the monitor position. Then shield the hole that you made.

IMPORTANT : Do not connect any camera to

the monitor while the monitor is switched on.

Camera Installation

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Connections

Connect the RED wire to the (10V–32V DC) power terminal, which is

energized with the ignition key.

Connect the BLACK wire to the metal point of the vehicle or the negative

battery post.

Connect the GREEN wire to the switched power output terminal of the “R”

(reverse) gear.

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VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

CAM 2CAM 1

DC10-32V

Back of Monitor

Waterproof Connector

Camera B

L= 1.8 m

L=5 m

L= 15 m

Power cable lead (Red)

Ground lead (Black)

Reverse power lead

(Green)

Fuse

Camera A

L= 1.8 m

L= 5 m

L=15 m

Operating Instructions

• When you turn the ignition key to the Accessory or ON position, power is

supplied to the monitor and the monitor is in standby (If the Power button

is not pushed in)

• When you push the power button you can view the picture from the

camera manually

• When the system is in stand-by, and you shift the gear into

reverse, the monitor will automatically display the picture on Camera 1

Care & Maintenance

• If your vehicle has been parked in direct sunlight resulting in a

considerable rise in temperature inside the vehicle, allow the unit to

cool before operating

• Clean the unit with a slightly damp soft cloth.Use a mild household

detergent. Never use strong solvents such as a thinner or benzine as

they might damage the finish of the unit.

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Specifications

Camera

Pick-up Device 1/3” B&W CCD

Picture Elements 270,000 pixels

Fixed Focus Lens 3.0 mm

Viewing Angle 120° Diagonal

Horizontal Resolution 380 lines

Video Output 1V p-p, 75 ohms

Minimum Illumination 0.5 lux

Shock Rating 6.8 g

Vibration 0 – 2000 Hz

Input Voltage Range 12VDC from the monitor

Operating Temperature -30°C ~ +60°C (-22°F ~ 140°F)

Dimensions 93(W) x 57.5(D) x 56(H) mm

3.7”(W) x 2.3”(D) x 2.3”(H)

Weight 0.73 lbs

As our products are subject to continuous improvement, SVII and its subsidiaries reserve the right to modify

product design, specifications and prices, without notice and without incurring any obligation. E&OE

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Sentinel CA52 Installation & Operation Manual

Sentinel CA52 Installation & Operation Manual

Sentinel CA52 Installation & Operation Manual

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