Sentinel HDX Quick Start Manual And Installation Manual

Quick Start Guide and
Installation Manual

Camera Vision Solutions
4616 West Howard Lane Bldg 5, Suite 550,
Austin, Texas 78728
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• Download AEGIS Software from
website

www.sentinelhdx.com/downloads/

• Install AEGIS Software

o Install AEGIS Softwar e on
an Intel i7 or equivalent
computer running Windows
8/10 64-bit Operating Sy stem
and availa ble 16GB memory
and minimum 4TB Hard
Drive. AEGIS requires
Google Chrome 64-bit

Quick Start Guide

(Make sure 32bit Chrome is not
already installed. If so, uninstall
and reinst all 64bitversion)

• Connect provided wall mounted pow er supply
to Sentinel

HDxCamera

o Power up camer a by simply plugging it in

(green status LED shoul d lightup)

o Connect Camera via USB to

desktop or notebook w here
AEGIS is 9installed.

o Open AEGIS program on desktop
o Login using Default account setting s –

o Username:admin
o Password: admin

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Once you are logged into the software :

• Select: Device VehicleManagement

- Add Device –Vehicle

a. Enter the minimum

required fields show n
below and any
additional information
requested optionally

b. Vehicle name: Enter a

name you would like
for the vehicle, then
click Save

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Vehicle will now show up in “Vehicle R ecords”

• Select: System Configuration

(Located to left side of the menu bar)

A configurati on profile is
made up of three sections:

1) The configuration of the

camera which triggers
with their associ ated
record time

2) The status indicator

options

3) The network configuration

settings and the video
and storage settings for
the camera.

Below are the steps
required to modify and
save a new configuration
profile

- Event Settings

a. Select Profile: Select Sample 1 or Sample 2 from drop down box
b. Customize the threshol ds and recor d time to your preference.

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• WiFi Settings

o Enter Server IP Address

(If IP address is unknown: right click the Start button, select network connections,

Select the current network connection, select Details, The IP address will be IPv4 Address.)

o Enter SSID
(Wireless Network Name)
and password, Save

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• Video and StorageSettings

o Select interior

camera for “ON”
or “OFF” as
desired

o Make sure to

select the
correct time

zone

o Save Profile by

clicking on

“Update Profile”

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• Device List (Top right of Screen)

o Check box (Select the devices you
would want to apply settin gs to)

oSelect the “Gre en Apply” button (This

could take up to 2 minutes for the profile to
update -depending on events on camera, if any to
upload.)

 Verify the profi le ha s been updated

by the Green Chec k Mar k on the
right hand side of the camera and
profilename.

• DisconnectUSB

• The link status LED should

illuminate from green when
sentinel HDx is connected to
AEGIS via wireless interface.
AEGIS dashboard will also
display a green wireless
connection. This may take a
few minutes to transition.

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Installation Guide

Operating Environment and Unit Placement Considerations

Prior to installation, some thought must be taken to determine the optimum placement of the
recorder unit in regards to video capture windows, power cable routing, and radio frequency
attenuationof the wireless subsystems.

The recorder unit contains two (2) 140 degree visible angle image sensor capture devices.
Care must be taken to optimize viewing angle both internally and externally in the vehicle. The
large viewing angle grants a great deal of flexibility in mounting locations. Ideally, the internal
capture window will include both the driver and passenger’s torsos. In a passenger vehicle, the
unit is typically placed behind the rear view mirror w ith the rear-facing image sensor protruding
below. In commercial trucking environments, the unit is generally placed where a centerline
again captures both occupants’ torsos. In either installation, it is imperative to generate test
recordings using the panic button to confirm optimum viewing angle.

The Sentinel HDx unit contains 3 distinct radio subsystems including GPS, 802.11 wireless, and
Bluetooth. A common concern across the systems is the Faraday Cage effect the vehicle’s
metal body presents to an RF signal. In general, the more unimpeded a line of sight between
the recorder and the device it is communicating with, the better the signal.

The GPS module is located at the top of the HDx unit. This antenna receives signals from the
Global Positioning Satellite system located in geosynchronous orbit around the earth. Optimum
GPS positioning information relies upon communication with the greatest number of individual
satellites on the horizon. The same locations referenced above, behind the rear-view mirror in
passenger automobiles and similar position of the windshield in commercial trucks, generally
represents the best option for signal reception.

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The 802.11 wireless radio shares many of the same considerations as the GPS unit, the main
difference is the fact that the signal path is terrestrial. Wireless signal strength, integrity, and
associated data transfer rates are highly dependent on the wireless network’s topology. Access
point locations, antenna geometries, and localiz ed wi reless spectrum dynamics all have an
effect on link quality. Detailed guidance in this regard is beyond the scope of this document.
Please consult your IT professional for optimization in your particular environment. In general,
direct line of sight with the access point, the shortest physical distance, and minimizing external
interference represent the best plan. This equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 10 cm between the radiator and your body.

The HDx Bluetooth module is the least sensitive of the 3 radios to unit placement. Following
above considerations will accommodate the requirements of Bluetooth without further
requirements

Installation Procedures

The following instructions represent a general overview of the installation process in most
vehicles. Each and every vehicle environment is unique and it is beyond the scope of this
document to address all possible considerations unique to your setting.

Important: An industry specialist familiar with your specific vehicle should be
consulted at any point that you feel the safety or operating characteristics of the
vehicle will be impacted.

The installation of the Sentinel HDx unit consists of the following major elements:

• Mounting bracket placement

• Electrical harness routing and connection

• Mounting and connecting the recorder

• Test recording and assessment

• Calibration of the Unit

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Mounting Bracket Placement

The two most important factors involved in bracket installation are test fitting the camera unit
and surface preparation of the windshield mating surface. The Sentinel HDx unit utilizes 3M’s
VHB (Very High Bonding) adhesive mounting tape to ensure the best possible result in any
installation.

Important: The ideal temperature for application is between 70ºF to 100ºF (21ºC to
38ºC), it is highly recommended the vehicle’s defroster be used to bring up the
surface temperature where required. Optionally the process can be performed in a
heatedgarage.

Important: DO NOT REMOVE the adhesive’s protective backing strip from the back
of the 3M Tape until you are ready to adhere the bracket to the windshield

Perform the installation with the vehicle parked on as level of a surface as possible, ideally

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with an unimpeded view of the horizon for subsequent camera angle adjustment.

2. Test v arious placements with the camera and bracket to obtain the most optimal position for
your environment based upon the criteria in the first section of this document.

Use the provided surface wipe to completely clean the associated mating surface for the

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bracket’s adhesive pad. Allow the surface to dry completely before proceeding.

4. Once again, place the camera and bracket assembly in the desired final installation position.
Using an Expo or similar felt-tipped marker, trace the bracket outline onto the windshield
itself. Remove the camera and bracket assembly.

If necessary, separate the camera unit from the bracket. Remove the adhesive’s protective

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backing strip. Place the bracket against the mating surface within the traced outline and

apply firm pressure directly in the center of the bracket to ensure thorough adhesive contact.

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Important: Do not apply lateral pressure on the wings of the bracket. Fi rm pressure
should be applied only to the center per the illustration.

6. Mount the camera to the bracket assembly using the provided screws. It is important to
ensure the unit is positioned as perfectly vertical as possibly using the slotted location
notches to ensure proper operation.

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Electrical Harness Routing and Connection

The Sentinel HDx unit is designed to operate directly off of your vehicle’s 12 volt electrical
system via a (2) two wire installation. Most vehicles provide two basic types of 12 volt supply;
switched on and off with the vehicle’ s ignition and alw ay s on. The HDx should always be
connected to the 12 volt always on power source. The basic Sentinel harness DOES NOT
include an inline fuse, so installations should always make connection at the vehicle’s fuse
panel or utilize an optional fuse harness assembly.

There are numerous options for connection to the vehicle’s fuse panel. Sentinel HDx provides a
basic tap for ATC/ATO sized fuses with the harness assembly. Refer to the diagram below to
help determine your fuse type.

Important: If you have any doubt as to your ability to safely install the HDx unit,
please consult a professional familiar with the electrical system of your vehicle’s
manufacturer.

1. Beginning at the mounted camera assembly, work back from the installation site to the
vehicle’s fuse panel.

Place the cable harness barrel connector into the mating receptacle on the top of the

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cameraassembly.

Securely route the harness wire behind trim work from the camera down to the vehicle fuse

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panel. DO NOT remove the two magnetic assemblies from the camera end of the wiring

harness. They are required for EMI reduction. If the harness needs to be trimmed or
extended, do so at the opposite (fuse panel) end of the cable.

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Select an appropriate accessory fuse circuit in the panel with enough amperage to safely

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accommodate the camera’s load of 1 Amp.

5. Remove the ATC/ATO fuse from its socket. Using a voltmeter or 12V test lamp, determine
which leg of the supply socket has 12 volt continuous supply. You will want to use the
opposite leg of the fuse to make the power tap. This allows the vehicle’s fuse protection
system to function normally and blow in the event of an over-current draw. Utilizing the
supply-side leg will provide voltage to the camera even in the event of a blown fuse w hi ch is
highly undesirable and dangerous. Slide the fuse tap over the leg of the fuse opposite the
12 volt continuous supply and reinsert the fuse.

Route the positive wire of the camera harness to the red receptacle on the fuse tap

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assembly and firmly crimp the connector.

7. Route the ground wire of the camera harness to an appropriate grounding location. Crimp
the ring terminal to the ground wire and securely mount at the ground location.

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Secure all loose wiring and reattach any vehicle trim panels removed during the harness

installation.

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Test Recording andAssessment

The Sentinel HDx unit should now be physically mounted in the proper location on the vehicle’s
windshield and powered by a 12 volt continuous fused power circuit. It is now time to run a test
recording to confirm proper camera angles and vertical level adjustment.

Calibrate the unit as follows:

1. Hold the panic button for 6 seconds, then release. The unit will check if it is properly mounted.
If incorrect, then status LED will show magenta. Either unit can be adjusted for better
placement, or you can calibrate unit to this mounting setting if that is the preferred position of
the camera for the installation. To calibrate to this position, press and hold the panic button
again for an additional 6 seconds and the unit will auto calibrate and provide a green status
LED indicating it has been properly configured.

2. Locate and depress the yellow colored Panic Button on the bottom portion of the
camera unit. You will witness the camera status LED illuminate solid Purple,
indicating that an event is being recorded

3. Utilizing the AEGIS software installation, review the video for proper operation and
levelness. If you have enabled the optional audio recording feature, verify proper audio
reproduction of the test.

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If necessary. The camera mounting screws can be loosened and the camera rotated in

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the adjustment slots to provide a better viewing angle.

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Adjustments to camera angle can prevent poor viewing angles as shown below

Verify the following areas before concluding the installation session.

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Is the horizon of the recording centered in the forward-facing video?
Is the rear window (in the case of a passenger automobile) roughly centered in the

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rear-facingvideo?

• Are both the driver and passenger torsos visible with reasonable centering left to
right?

Important: If the vehicle has a very curved or angled windshield, consider the use
of the HDx optional adjustable windshield mount. Ask your Sentinel HDx sales
representative for details.

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SKU Numbers and Production Variations

I

W

GW

G indicates External GPSConnector
W indicates External WirelessAntennae
I indicates ExternalInput

G

GIWI

ForExample:

LF-SHDX-32-A = Standard ordering part number with 32 GB card and both antennas internal

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Service and Repair

Camera unit is not field serviceable. User should not tamper with seal on unit or attempt to open
the unit for any reason. Only qualified personnel should service the camera or install the camera
in a vehicle. Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty
applicable to the device. If Camera is damaged, malfunctions, or is believed to be in need of
repair, please contact your dealer or a Camera Vision Solutions Provider and refer all servicing
to qualified service personnel.

FCC Declaration

FCC ID:2AFS2-SHDX

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1.This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2.This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

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 when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. 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 communications. 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 which the

receiver isconnected.
—Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment
should be installed and operated with minimum di stance of 4 inches (10 cm) betw een
the radiator and your body.

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Safety and Regulatory Disclaimers

Limits of Liability

This device helps fleet owners and individual drivers minimize their liability exposure by providing recorded
video as evidence to events. The owners of the fleet vehicles may then utilize this evidence to improve driver
behaviour and settle claims of improper driving behaviour.

Sentinel HDX will not be held responsible for any of the following:

• Violation of statements written in this user’s manual resulting in malfunctions, loss of data, and/or
damages incurred while in use of this product

• Damages caused to the SD card as a result of improper handling or inconsistent care

• Damages caused by incorrect installation of this product or wilful modification to this product

• Storing recorded steams of video for any period of time

Should the product(s) fails, your sole recourse shall be repair or replacement, as described in the preceding
paragraphs. We will not be held liable to you or any other party for any damages that result from the failure of
this product. Damages excluded include, but are not limited to, the following: lost profits, lost savings, lost data,
damage to other equipment, and incidental or consequential damages arising from the use, or inability to use
this product. In no event will Sentinel HDX be liable for more than the amount of your purchase price, not to
exceed the current list price of the product, and excluding tax, shipping and handling charges. Sentinel HDX
disclaims any other warranties, express or implied. By installing or using the product, the user accepts all

terms described herein.

Product Warranty

The Sentinel HDX camera is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship and to operate
from the date of installation (or the date of manufacture if installation date in not know or unavailable) for a
period of one year, subject to the terms and conditions of sale.

If the product fails to operate for the warranty period, Sentinel HDX will provide a free replacement product.
The benefits provided to the consumer by this warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies available
to the consumer under the law.

Terms and Conditions

1. Proof of purchase must be provided.

2. After contacting Sentinel HDX and receiving a return authorization number, the user shall promptly
return the product to Sentinel HDX after receiving instruction on whether to, when and where to send.

3. Sentinel HDX reserves the right to examine and assess all failed products to determine whether the
products are defective and covered under the terms of this warranty.

4. Due to the rapidly changing technology environment surround in-vehicle use of cameras, Sentinel
HDX reserves the right to replace products with later model upgraded equivalents where in some
cases appearancemay differ slightly from the original.

5. Failure to observe the correct installation practices will void the warranty.

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Limited Warranty

Limited Warranty

READ THESE WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS (the “Agreement”) CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING AND/OR USING
THE ENCLOSED CAMERA (the “Product”). BY INSTALLING AND/OR USING THE PRODUCT, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY
THESE TERMS. IF THESE TERMS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE,YOU MAY RETURN THE PRODUCT WITHING THIRTY (30) DAYS
OF THE DATE OF PURCHASE, IN NEW AND UNUSED CONDITION AND WITH A DATED PROOF OF PURCHASE, TO THE
PLACEOF PURCHASE FOR A FULLREFUND.
Warranty.
Product kit and excluding any installed or installable software, which is governed by a separate Software License) will be free from
defects in material and manufacture for one (2) years from date of purchase by the first purchaser of the Product who puts it into
service (the “Purchaser”), exclusive of Sentinel HDX, jobbers, and dealers. ThisWarranty extends only to the Purchaser and not toany
subsequent purchasersor usersof the Product.ThisWarrantymay not be transferredin wholeor part.

Exclusions. ThisWarranty doesnot applyto:

Camera Vision Solutions, Inc. warrants that the Product (meaning solely the physical Product or parts contained within the

• Instal lation of the Product or failure or inadequate performan ce of the Product due to improper installation (the Purchaser

must determine the appropriatene ss of the Product for Purchaser’sapplications);

• Attachm ents, acces sory items, and parts not manufactured bySentinel;

• Product that has been installed with other afterma rket parts or altered or modified in any way; or

• Normal wear and tear; damage cause by accident, abuse, neglect, misuse, negligence, vandalism, acts of God, improper

storage or handling, or disasters such as flood, fire, or war; failure to operate, maintain, or repair the Product in accordance
with the instructions supplied by Sentinel; orfailure to install, operate, maintain, or repair the vehicle into which the Product is
installedin accordancewith the vehicle manufacturer’sinstructionsor commonmaintenance practices.

Conditionsof WarrantyCoverage.ThisWarranty shallnot applyifthe Product:

• Is used in an application differen t from the one for which it was designe d accordin g to Sentinel’s published technical and

promotional materials.

Disclaimer and Exclusion of Other Warranties.
and supersede any prior, contrary or additional representations, whether oral or written. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIE, INCLUDING
ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN
DURATION TO THE ONE YEAR PERIOD OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY. SENTINEL AND ITS DISTRIBUTORS, JOBBERS,
AND DEALERS DISCLAIM AND EXCLUDE – AND PURCHASER HEREBY WAIVES, RELEASES, AND RENOUNCES – ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES.

Somestatesdonot allow limitationsonhow long an impliedwarrantylasts,so the abovelimitationmay not applyto you.
Exclusive Remedy.

time and in no event more than fifteen (15) days after the discovery of the nonconformity. Purchaser must obtain a Return
Authorization Number (RMA) from Sentinel. Purchaser must then deliver the Product, together with proof of date of purchase and
RMAnumber,to Sentinelatthefollowingaddress:

If the Product fails to conform to the preceding warranties, the Purchaser must notify Sentinel within a reasonable

The preceding warranties are the exclusive warranties given by Sentinel for the Product

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or to any other site designated by Sentin el. Purchaser shall be responsib le for and must prepay any shipping expense for return of
the Product to Sentinel. Sentinel will investigat e and, in the event of a breach of warranty, will provide, as its sole option and within
a reasonable period oftime:

• Repair of any nonconforming Product orcomponents;

• Replac ement of any nonconformin g Product components with conforming product or components ; or

• If a replacemen t product of the same model is not reasonably available, replaceme nt of any nonconformi ng Product with

substantial ly similar product.

Repaired or replacemen t products will conform to the warranty for the unexpired duratio n of the warranty period for the original,
nonconformi ng Product. Sentinel may use used or repaired materia l for all warranty claims. This remedy does not cover any labor
charged or travel time incurred for diagnosis, removal, or reinstallati on of the Product; the cost of transportation of the Product or any
replacement product to or from Purchaser; or any other contingent expenses. THE REMEDY SELECTED BY SENTINEL IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THIS PARAGRAPH SHALL BE THE EXCLUSIVE AND SOLE REMEDY FOR ANY BREACH OF
WARRANTY.

Exclusion of Consequenti al, Incidenta l, and Other Damages.

SENTINEL AND ITS DISTRIBUTORS, JOBBERS, AND DEALERS
SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEWUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY,
WHETHER RESULTING FROM NONDELIVERY OR FROM THE USE, MISUSE, OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT OR
FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT OR FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OR OTHER TORT OF SENTINEL OR ITS DISTRIBUTORS,
JOBBERS, AND DEALERS. THIS EXCLUSION COVERS, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF USE, REVENUE
OR PROFIT, COST OF CAPITAL, COST OF SUNSTITUTE EQUIPTMENT, ADDITIONAL COSTS INCURRED BY PURCHASER,
AND CLAIMS BY PURCHASER’S CUSTOMERS OR OTHER THIRD PARTIES.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or conseque ntial damages, so the above limitati on may not apply to
you.

Indemnification.

Purchaser agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold Sentinel and its distributors, jobbers, and dealers harmless from

any claim arising out of or related to the Product or its use, installation, or service.

Applicable Law.

This agreement will be governed by the laws of the State of Texas, excludin g the applicati on of its conflicts of law
rules. The U.N. Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods will not apply to this Agreement. In any action or
proceeding arising in whole or part from this Agreement, the prevailing party will be entitled to recover costs and attorney ’s fees.
Venue for any such action or proceeding shall be in a state court of competent jurisdictio n located in Travis County, Texasorin the
United States District of Texas.

Severability.

If any part of this agreement is found to be void or unenforceable, then the remainder shall have full force and effect, and

the invalid provision shall be partially enforced to the maximum extent permitted by law to effectuate the purpose of the Agreement.

Entire Agreement.

This agreement const itut es the entire agreem ent between the parties and su persed es any and all prior agreeme nts
between Sentinel (or any of its distribut ors, jobbers, or dealers) and Purchas er conce rnin g the Produc t, including any oral
representati ons. Any Prior or extrinsic representati ons or agreements are intended to be discharged and nullified. No amendment,
modificatio n, or waiver of this Agreement will be valid unless set forth in a written instrument signed by Sentinel and Purchaser.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from State to State.

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