B&W RearView Camera Installation & Operation CA52 (Camera) FOR MORE INFORMATION WWW.STRATEGICVISTA.COM BEFORE OPERATING THIS SYSTEM, PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY AND RETAIN IT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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, 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 des cribed 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. 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. -1-
Table of Contents Safety Precautions. Introduction.. System Contents Features... Camera Controls Camera Installation Connections Operating Instructions.. Care & Maintenance. Specifications. 1 3 3 3 4 4 6 7 7 8-2-
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Sentinel Black & White Rearview Cam era. 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 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 -3-
Camera Controls Mounting Bracket Lens Microphone Camera Connector 1 3 2 4 5 Pin Number 1 2 3 4 5 Description Not Connected Video Output Audio DC 12V power Ground Camera Installation 1.8M, 4 Pin Cable with mini DIN Plug (male) Camera Washer Spring Washer 20M, 4 Pin 2-piece cable with mini DIN Jack (female) Camera Bracket 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 -4-
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. -5-
Connections Back of Monitor DC10-32V CAM 1 CAM 2 VIDEO OUT AUDIO Power cable lead (Red) Ground lead (Black) Reverse power lead (Green) Fuse 3A L= 5 m L=15 m L= 15 m L= 1.8 m Camera A L= 1.8 m L=5 m Waterproof Connector Camera B 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. -6-
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. -7-
Specifications Camera Pick-up Device Picture Elements Fixed Focus Lens Viewing Angle Horizontal Resolution Video Output Minimum Illumination Shock Rating Vibration Input Voltage Range Operating Temperature Dimensions Weight 1/3 B&W CCD 270,000 pixels 3.0 mm 120 Diagonal 380 lines 1V p-p, 75 ohms 0.5 lux 6.8 g 0 2000 Hz 12VDC from the monitor -30 C ~ +60 C (-22 F ~ 140 F) 93(W) x 57.5(D) x 56(H) mm 3.7 (W) x 2.3 (D) x 2.3 (H) 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 -8-