Sentinel CA52 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

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Safety Precautions

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, st oves, 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 hazard s.
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.

Caution

Before making any connections, disconnect the ground
terminal from the battery to avoid a short circuit.

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The plugs should be full inserted into the connectors or
jack. A loose connection may cause a malfunction with
the unit

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.

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Table of Contents

Safety Precautions……………………………………………………….
Introduction………………………………………………………………..
System Contents…………………………………………………………
Features…………………………………………………………………...
Camera Controls…………………………………………………………
Camera Installation………………………………………………………
Connections………………………………………………………………
Operating Instructions…………………………………………………..
Care & Maintenance…………………………………………………….
Specifications…………………………………………………………….

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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 ro unding 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

• 1/3” CCD Weatherproof Camera

• 65 ft - 2 piece camera extension cable

• Mounting hardware & bracket for camera

Features

• 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

Mounting
Bracket

Lens
Microphone

Camera Connector

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Camera Installation

1.8M, 4 Pin Cable
with mini DIN Plug
(male)

20M, 4 Pin 2-piece
cable with mini DIN
Jack (female)

DescriptionPin Number
Not Connected1
Video Output2
Audio3
DC 12V power4
Ground5

Camera

Washer

Spring
Washer

Screw

1. Connect the 1.8 M cable from the camera to the short 5M piec e 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

Camera Bracket

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Camera Installation

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.

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Connections

Back of Monitor

Power cable lead (Red)

Ground lead (Black)

Reverse power lead
(Green)

L= 1.8 m

Camera A

L= 1.8 m

Camera B

Fuse

3A

DC10-32V

L=15 m

L= 5 m

L=5 m

CAM 2CAM 1

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

L= 15 m

Waterproof Connector

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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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

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

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