Home Sentinel OS1444 Use And Care Manual

WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL

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T-IN QUAD OBSERVATION SYSTEM

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

USE AND CARE GUIDE

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN.

CAUTION

WARNING

CAUTION

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
DO NOT INSERT ANY METALLIC OBJECT THROUGH VENTILATION GRILLS.

Explanation of Graphical Symbols

This symbol is intended to alert the user the presence of uninsulated, dangerous voltage within the product's
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO
NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. FOR SERVICING REFER TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PROFESSIONAL

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

1. READ INSTRUCTIONS-All the safety and operating instructions should
be read before the appliance is operated.

2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS-The safety and operating instructions should
be retained for future reference.

3. CLEANING-Unplug this television from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning.

4. ATTACHMENTS-Do not use attachments not recommended by the
television equipment manufacturer as they may result in the risk of fire,
electric shock or injury to persons.

5. WATER AND MOISTURE-Do not use this television equipment near
water-for example, near a bathtub,washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub,
in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or the lake.

6. ACCESSORIES-Do not place this television equipment on an unstable
cart, stand or table. The television equipment may fall, causing serious
injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the equipment. Wall or
shell mounting should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should
use a mounting kit approved by the manufacturer.

6A. Television equipment and cart combinations should be moved with care.

Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
equipment and cart combination to overturn.

7. VENTILATION-Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom
are provided for ventilation, and to ensure reliable operation of the
television equipment and to protect it from overheating. These openings
must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by
placing the television equipment on a bed,sofa, rug. or other similar
surface. This television equipment should never be placed near or over
a radiator or heal register. This television equipment receiver should not be
placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase unless proper ventilation
is provided.

8. POWER SOURCES-This television equipment should be operated only
from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not
sure of the type of power supplied to your home. consult your television
dealer of local power company. For television equipment designed to
operate from battery power refer to the operating instructions.

9. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION-This television equipment is provided
with a polarized alternating-current line plug(a plug having one blade wider
then the other). The plug will fit into the power outlet only one way . This is a
safety feature. If you, are unable to Insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized plug.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

10. POWER CORDS-Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord.

11. HEED WARNINGS-Follow all instructions marked on the television
equipment.

12. LIGHTNING-For added protection for this television equipment during
a lighting storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the video
product due to lightning and power-line surges.

13. OVERLOADING-Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as
this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

14. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTR Y-Never push objects of any kind into
television equipment through openings as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or
electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

15. SERVICING-Do not attempt to service this television equipment
yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel.

16. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE-Unplug this television equipment
from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:

A. When the power supply cord or the plug has been damaged.
B. If liquid has been spilled,or objects have fallen into the video

product.
C. If the video product has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the video product does not operate normally by following the

operating instructions, adjust only those controls that are covered

by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other

controls. may result in damage and will often require extensive

work by a qualified technician to restore the video product to its

normal operation.
E. If the video product has been dropped, or the cabinet damaged.
F. When the video product exhibits a distinct change in performance -

this indicates a need for service.

17. REPLACEMENT P AR TS-When replacement parts are required, be
sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by
the manufacturer or that have the same characteristics as the
original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock or other hazards.

18. SAFETY CHECK-Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
video product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the video product is in proper operating condition.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

NOTE:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to

Part 15 of the FCC Rules, These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation This equipment generates. Uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communication.
However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to witch the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help.

FCC CLASS B NOTICE

The users manual or instruction manual for an intentional or unintentional radiator shall caution the used that
changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user'authority to operate the equipment.

WARNING:TO PREVENT DAMAGE WHICH MAY RESULT
IN FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

FCC CLASS B NOTICE

CERTIFICATION:

This unit complies with
DHHS rules 2 cfr
subchapter J and FCC
rules 47 cfr part is
applicable at date of
manufacture.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN.

CAUTION

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction 3
Features 3
Precaution Before Installing or Using the System 3
Description of Controls

Monitor Unit 4-9
Camera Unit 10

Installation

Camera Unit 11
Monitor Unit 12-13

Wiring Diagram

14

Trouble shooting guide

15

Specifications

Monitor Unit

16

Camera Unit

17

Accessories

18-19

Care and Maintenance

20

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This OBSERVATION MONITOR will give you added security and comfort for many years. It is easy to install in almost
anywhere you need audio/video surveillance. Please read the installation and operating instruction in the manual, and keep it
for future reference.

FEATURES

12" Black/White monitor with built-in QUAD processor, and 2 cameras.
Availability of up to 4 camera connections.
Easy to install and operate.
Compact, lightweight,and versatile.
High resolution monitor.
Low, minimum lighting requirement.
Manual or auto camera selection switchable, just on full screen.
3 to 60 second adjustable auto camera switching.
2 way audio, on full screen. only
VCR Recordable.
Alarm function.
Slave monitor output.
Wide range of accessories.
Main / Stand by monitor power switches
DIN connector as well as BNC connector
Remote control provides convenient function access.

Read the following precautions before installing or using the system

1. Choose an ideal location for the camera so that the lens won't be exposed to any direct light source.
The camera unit must also be protected against moisture and vibration.

2. The monitor should only be operated with the correct power source indicated on the specification.

3. Check the system for operation prior to installing the unit.

4. Be extra careful not to scratch the camera lens.

INTRODUCTION

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