Defender SENTINEL10 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL V1.0
SENTINEL10
SENTINEL10
www.defender-usa.com
8 CH All-In-One 19" LCD-DVR
Ultra Slim System w/ 4 Indoor/Outdoor Hi-Res Night Vision
Security Cameras
INSTRUCTION MANUAL V1.1

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Please contact a DEFENDER customer support representative rst regarding any additional
information on product features, specications or assistance with set-up. You can contact us via
one of the methods below:
Note: This is manual version 1.0 for this product. You may nd updated versions by
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PRODUCT WARRANTY INFORMATION
Please visit our website at www.defender-usa.com
for information about your product’s warranty.
We take quality very seriously. This is why all of our products come with a one year warranty from the original purchase date
against defects in workmanship and materials. If you have warranty or support issues please contact us using any of the
following methods:
Phone: [phone] DEFENDER Canada DEFENDER USA
Fax: [phone] Montrose Road 2315 Whirlpool St., Unit 333
Email: suppor[email protected] Niagara Falls, ON Niagara Falls, New York
Website: www.defender-usa.com Canada L2H 1J9 USA 14305
Warranty Terms
1. Defender products are guaranteed for a period of one year from the date of purchase against defects in workmanship
and materials. This warranty includes but is not limited to the repair, replacement or refund of the purchase price at
Defender’s option.
2. This warranty becomes void if the product shows evidence of having been misused, mishandled or tampered with
contrary to the applicable instruction manual.
3. Routine cleaning, normal cosmetic and mechanical wear and tear are not covered under the terms of this warranty.
4. The warranty expressly provided for herein is the sole warranty provided in connection with the product itself and
no other warranty, expressed or implied is provided. Defender assumes no responsibilities for any other claims not
specically mentioned in this warranty.
5. This warranty does not cover the shipping cost, insurance or any other incidental charges.
6. You MUST call Defender before sending any product back for repair. You will be sent a Return Authorization form with
return instructions. When returning the product for warranty service, please pack it carefully in the original box with all
supplied accessories, and enclose a copy of your original receipt, a completed RA form, and a brief explanation of the
problem (include RA #).
7. This warranty is valid only in Canada and the continental U.S.
8. This warranty cannot be re-issued.
9. Tearing the tamper-proof sticker on the DVR case will void the product warranty.
WARRANTY INFORMATION

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INTRODUCTION .....................................................................................8
WHAT IS INCLUDED ...............................................................................9
FEATURES .............................................................................................9
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ....................................................................... 10
BUTTONS & CONNECTIONS ................................................................... 11
19" LCD DVR .............................................................................................11
CCD COLOR CAMERA ...................................................................................11
THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE INSTALLATION .......................................... 12
CAMERA INSTALLATION ....................................................................... 12
MOUNTING ...............................................................................................12
WIRING ....................................................................................................12
ADDITIONAL DEVICES TO THE DVR .......................................................... 13
USB DEVICES .............................................................................................13
USB Mouse ............................................................................................ 13
Cd/Dvd Writer, External Hard Drive, Or Usb Flash Drive ............................. 14
ADDITIONAL MONITORING DEVICES .............................................................14
Audio Equipped Cameras (Not Included) ................................................. 14
6 PIN DIN Cameras (Not Included) ........................................................... 14
Microphone (Not Included) For 2 Way Communication ............................. 15
External Speaker (Not Included) ............................................................. 15
Additional Monitor (Not Included) .......................................................... 15
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL FOR ONSCREEN NAVIGATION ...................... 16
CONNECTING AND POWERING ON .......................................................... 17
SHUTTING DOWN ......................................................................................18
To power o the DVR (recording stops) .................................................... 18
To turn o the LCD screen (recording continues) ...................................... 18
LIVE DISPLAY ...................................................................................... 18
MULTI-SCREENS ........................................................................................19
Customize The Multi- Screen Display ....................................................... 19
DIGITAL ZOOM MODE .................................................................................20
Using Zoom Mode .................................................................................. 21
KEY LOCK FUNCTION ..................................................................................21
Locking The Screen ................................................................................ 22
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RECORDING MODES .............................................................................. 22
PLAYBACK MODE ................................................................................. 23
PLAY BACK FOOTAGE ..................................................................................23
Advanced Search ................................................................................... 24
Accessing The Search Menu .................................................................... 24
Searching By Time ................................................................................. 24
Searching By Event ................................................................................ 25
MAIN MENU ........................................................................................ 26
GENERAL MENU.........................................................................................26
Display Menu ........................................................................................ 27
Onscreen Display Menu .......................................................................... 27
Monitor Menu ....................................................................................... 28
Sequence Menu ..................................................................................... 29
Spot-Out Monitor .................................................................................. 32
Spot-Out Menu...................................................................................... 33
Screen Saver Menu ............................................................................... 33
Camera Menu ........................................................................................ 34
Camera Title Menu ................................................................................ 35
Camera Title ......................................................................................... 36
Color Setup Menu .................................................................................. 36
PTZ Setup Menu .................................................................................... 37
Setting Up The PTZ Camera .................................................................... 37
Conguring The PTZ Menu Options ......................................................... 37
Controlling The PTZ Camera Through The Dvr .......................................... 39
Motion Sensor Menu .............................................................................. 40
Adjusting Area Setup ............................................................................. 41
Sound Menu.......................................................................................... 43
Audio Menu .......................................................................................... 43
Buzzer Menu ......................................................................................... 44
System Menu ........................................................................................ 45
Date/Time Menu ................................................................................... 45
Network Menu ...................................................................................... 46
Mail Menu ............................................................................................ 47
User Management Menu ........................................................................ 47
Adding A New User ................................................................................ 48
Editing Existing Users ............................................................................ 49
Deleting Users ....................................................................................... 51
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Logging On To The System With A User Id ................................................ 51
Updating The System Management Menu ............................................... 52
Changing The System Name: .................................................................. 52
Updating The System’s Firmware ............................................................ 53
Saving The System Data ......................................................................... 55
Loading System Data ............................................................................. 55
Control Device Menu .............................................................................. 55
Event/Sensor Menu ............................................................................... 56
HDD Event Menu ................................................................................... 56
Alarm Input Menu ................................................................................. 57
Alarm Out Menu .................................................................................... 57
Buzzer Out Menu ................................................................................... 58
Emaal Notcation Menu ........................................................................ 59
Disk Manage Menu ................................................................................ 60
Making changes to Disk Manage Menu ................................................... 60
Formatting The DVR’s Hard Drive ............................................................ 61
RECORD MENU .................................................................................... 63
Recording Operations Menu ................................................................... 64
Timer/Motion Setup Menu ..................................................................... 65
Size/FPS/Quality/Audio Settings ............................................................. 65
Activation Menu .................................................................................... 67
Alarm Setup Menu ................................................................................. 69
ARCHIVE MENU ................................................................................... 70
Archiving Video Footage To An External USB Device ................................. 70
DVR NETWORKING GUIDE .................................................................... 72
PREPARING YOUR DVR ...............................................................................72
Connecting The DVR To Your Router ........................................................ 73
Accessing The DVR’s Ip Information ......................................................... 73
Conguring Settings ............................................................................. 74
PREPARING YOUR COMPUTER .....................................................................75
Installing The Remote Viewer Software On Your PC .................................. 76
UNDERSTANDING THE REMOTE DVR VIEWER SOFTWARE ................................77
CONNECTING TO AND VIEWING THE DVR REMOTELY (WITHIN YOUR NETWORK) .79
Getting Started ..................................................................................... 79
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Creating A Connection Group.................................................................. 79
Entering The DVR’s Information .............................................................. 80
Adjusting Your Display On Screen ............................................................ 80
Additional Group Settings ...................................................................... 81
Additional Conguration ....................................................................... 81
CONNECTING TO AND ACCESSING YOUR DVR ONLINE ......................................82
Setting Up & Connecting To The Internet................................................. 82
Connecting Via A D-Link Router ............................................................. 83
Finding Your External IP ......................................................................... 84
Testing Your External IP ......................................................................... 84
If Successful .......................................................................................... 85
If Unsuccessful ...................................................................................... 85
Forwarding Outside Your Network .......................................................... 87
Setting Up A Dynamic Dns Account ......................................................... 87
Finalizing Setup .................................................................................... 89
Conguring The DVR’s DDNS Information ................................................ 90
Setting Up Your DVR To Send Email Alerts ................................................ 91
Sending A Test Email ............................................................................. 92
Understanding The Notication E-Mails .................................................. 92
CONFIGURING MAIL SETTINGS ....................................................................93
DVR’S SETTINGS THROUGH THE REMOTE VIEWER ..........................................93
Entering Setup ...................................................................................... 93
Record Menu ......................................................................................... 94
Camera Menu ........................................................................................ 95
Sound Menu.......................................................................................... 96
Event/Sensor Menu ............................................................................... 97
System Menu ........................................................................................ 98
Referring To The Event Viewer For Events And Activity ............................. 99
Using The Remote Software’s Search Mode To Play Back Previously Recorded
Footage ...............................................................................................100
Finding Previously Recorded Footage ....................................................102
Playing Back Previous Footage ..............................................................102
Archiving Footage To Your PC .................................................................102
Saving Still Shots (Screen Caps) To Your PC..............................................103
Sending A Still Image To Your Printer .....................................................104
Searching The Log Viewer For Events .....................................................104
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the SENTINEL10! Use this ultra slim, all-in-one security system to monitor your home or
business, and experience the convenience in viewing video on the built-in 19” LCD screen. Correct installation and use of this
system will greatly increase the security in your home or business. Please read through this manual carefully and follow the
instructions to get the most out of your SENTINEL10 DVR system.
USING THE BACKUP PLAYER TO VIEW ARCHIVED FOOTAGE ON YOUR PC ..........105
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ................................................................. 106
Compatible PTZ Protocal .......................................................................109
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................ 109
19" LCD DVR .........................................................................................109
Outdoor Camera (SPARTAN1) .................................................................110
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FEATURES
Record up to 240 Days
This DVR utilizes the advanced Seagate SV35 hard drive. The 160GB hard drive was designed by Seagate for optimization with DVRs to ensure secure
and consistent recording for years.
Stylishly Integrated 19" LCD
The LCD prole is amazingly slim. View crisp clean video on the 19" screen. The SENTINEL10 instantly transforms your viewing space into a vibrant,
clutter-free, security base station.
View Video Online w/ No Service Fees (Supports DDNS)
View live or recorded footage from any computer with Internet Explorer, anywhere in the world (other web browsers are not compatible). This unit
also features auto time syncing, which makes the time on your video footage consistent with the ocial time.
Email Alerts
This system helps keep you notied of events happening in your monitoring location. You can set the unit to automatically send alerts to your
email inbox whenever motion is detected or when cameras lose power. Up to 7 dierent email addresses can receive these alerts asset interval or
immediately after events happen
USB/DVD/CD Backup
You can transfer video footage to a USB ash drive for archiving or osite viewing. You can also archive/transfer your footage using an external USB
DVD/CD writer.
Auto-Start Recording
The DVR instantly begins recording when you rst power it on. It will resume recording after any power loss, providing you with a stable, worry-free
security system.
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Advanced Motion Activated Recording
You can set the DVR to record only when motion is detected and alert you with an audible alarm. You can even set individual cameras to detect
motion, and only video from those cameras will be recorded. Motion Mask allows you to block areas with constant motion, ensuring that only
suspicious activity is recorded.
Covert Mode
This system oers a covert way of recording so you have the option to keep your camera locations discreet. The DVR will record footage, but the
camera channel will display a blue screen while in live display. This option is customizable for each camera to meet your needs.
Triplex DVR
This DVR gives you the ability to play, record, and remotely view at the same time. Seamlessly play back your video footage or enter menu screens
while recording and viewing over the Internet.
Pre-Event Recording Time
Never miss the events that cause the DVR to begin recording. When the system is in motion activated recording mode, you can set the DVR to store
up to 5 seconds of video footage before the movement actually happened, ensuring that you don’t miss anything.
Password Protection
Ensure that only authorized users can change DVR settings or halt recording.
2 Way Internet Communication
This system comes equipped with audio support and allows 2 way communication between the DVR and a remote PC when connected via the
Internet.
Mouse/Remote Control
Navigate the onscreen menu with the included USB mouse and remote control.
24/7 Scheduled Recording
Set up a weekly recording schedule, and specify which hours of the day you want to continuously record, motion detect record, or not record at all.
All video is time and date stamped for easy searching and playback.
Search by Date, Time, or Event
Finding your recorded footage is easy. Simply choose the desired date and time range, and the requested video clips will appear. Clips are also
labeled by event, which makes it easy to nd footage that was captured by motion detection.
Electroluminescent DVR Control Panel
The buttons on the DVR are backlit blue, allowing you to easily operate the system in the dark.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
• SPARTAN KIT (4 Camera Expansion Pack)
• DF10W (60 ft. camera extension cable)
• SPARTAN1 (additional camera)
For more information please visit: www.defender-usa.com
FEATURES

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19" LCD DVR
1. Monitor Speaker
2. Channel Selection Buttons - Select to display individual cameras in live
display and playback. Can also be used to enter numeric passwords
(when prompted)
3. Pause Button
4. Navigation / Reviews / Control Buttons
• Review / Playback Button
• Changes the Playback Speed
• Changes the Reverse Speed
• Up Button
• Down Button
• Forward Playback Button
5. Enter Button - Conrms selection in navigating onscreen menus
6. Return Button - Returns to the previous screen when navigating onscreen menus
7. Display Button - Selects various display modes in live display and playback
8. Setup Button - Displays the setup menus
9. PTZ Button - Selects PTZ mode in live display
10. Power Button
11. Zoom Button - Selects digital zoom in live display
12. Search Button - Displays the Search menu
13. Sequence Button - Activates sequence mode
14. 6 PIN DIN Video Inputs - Connects 6 PIN DIN cameras to the DVR
15. BNC Video Inputs
16. RCA Audio Inputs - For connecting a microphone/audio supported camera
(not included) to the DVR
17. BNC Spot Video Output - Additional connection to your TV/monitor, only
displays video when motion recording is activated
18. RCA Audio Output -For connection to your TV/monitor
19. VESA Mount - International Standard for safe mounting and cable management.
20. Alarm Sensor Inputs/Outputs
21. PTZ Port (RS-485)
22 . RS-232 Port
23. Ethernet Port - For connection to your local area network and the Internet
24. Power Input
25. USB Inputs
CCD COLOR CAMERA
26. Adjustable Sun Shield - Helps prevent glare from bright lights
27. Infrared (IR) LEDs - Allows the camera to see in the dark up to 15ft away
28. CDS Sensor - Automatically turns on the infrared LEDs when it gets dark out
29. Camera Housing - Made of anodized aluminum to prevent rust
30. Camera Mount - Allows the camera to be desk or wall mountable
31. Connection to Video/Power Wire - 4 PINDIN
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For best performance, follow these simple guidelines:
• Camera(s) should be installed between 8 and 13 feet above the area to be monitored.
• To maximize viewing area, ensure there are no obstructions in the camera’s view.
• Ensure that the sunshade is positioned to avoid glare and position cameras away from direct sunlight.
• Each camera comes with 60 feet of extension wire. Please make sure you mount the cameras no more than 60 feet from the DVR.
• The DVR should be placed on a at, stable surface. Adequate ventilation must be provided, so do not block any of the air vents on the
back of the DVR.
• We recommend using a surge protected power bar and/or an Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) to power the DVR and cameras.
CAMERA INSTALLATION
MOUNTING
1. Decide if the camera will be wall-mounted or sit on a desk/tabletop. The camera can be
adjusted for either mounting scenario by rotating the camera to the required position.
2. Screw each mounting bracket into each camera’s mounting hole, turning it clockwise.
3. Mount each camera in the desired location, no more than 60 feet from the DVR (unless you
have purchased additional wiring).
4. Adjust cameras to the desired viewing angles.
WIRING
Follow these instructions for the installation of each camera:
2. Plug the camera’s power supply into the power jack located on the
60 ft. video/power wire.
3. Plug the camera’s power adapter into an AC outlet. 4. Attach the BNC to RCA connectors to the camera inputs on the
back of the DVR.
1. Plug the 4 PIN DIN female connection on the camera into the
4 PIN DIN male connection on the 60 ft. video/power wire.
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5. Connect the 60ft. video/power wire’s male RCA plug to one of the
VIDEO IN ports for channel 1-8.
CONNECTING ADDITIONAL DEVICES TO THE DVR
This DVR has other ports which allow you to connect additional Defender or third party devices to the system. Please note that there are many
makes and brands of compatible devices, and the instructions below may not always be accurate or applicable. Always refer to your item’s
instruction manual for proper setup and operation.
CONNECTING USB DEVICES
CONNECTING A USB MOUSE FOR ONSCREEN NAVIGATION
Plug in the included USB mouse into one of the USB ports on the side of the DVR for convenient onscreen navigation of menus and display settings.
NOTE: This manual is written with the mouse being the main tool for navigation.
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CONNECTING A CD/DVD WRITER, EXTERNAL HARD DRIVE, OR USB FLASH DRIVE (NOT INCLUDED) FOR ARCHIVING
RECORDED FOOTAGE
You can connect a plug and play CD/DVD Writer to this SENTINEL10 to back up and archive recorded footage that is on the DVR. Simply plug your
external device into the DVR and follow the instructions on pg. 70 to back up your footage to the drive.
NOTE: Only plug and play USB devices are compatible with this DVR.
CONNECTING ADDITIONAL MONITORING DEVICES
CONNECTING AUDIO EQUIPPED CAMERAS (NOT INCLUDED)
Audio equipped cameras can be connected to the system via the AUDIO IN ports. Through the
RECORD menu (refer to pg.63 for detailed instructions) you can set specic schedules for the
cameras to record audio, or set to have them always record sound. You can also adjust the live
audio settings (pg.43) so you can listen in on a specic camera’s live audio at any time you
choose.
NOTE: Only channels 1-4 can transmit and record audio.
Only one audio device can be equipped per channel. For example, you can not
have an audio equipped camera and a microphone plugged in to channel 1 at
the same time.
CONNECTING 6 PIN DIN CAMERAS (NOT INCLUDED)
NOTE: Because 6 PIN DIN cameras have the power travel through the cable, there are
certain safety precautions that should be noted before connecting the camera(s) to the
DVR. This DVR is capable of powering 12V devices with the same pin layout.
Connecting a device that requires any other level of power is dangerous to the camera,
DVR, and yourself, and can run the risk of electric shock. Consult the specications of
your 6 PIN DIN camera before connecting it to the DVR.
Cameras with 6 PIN DIN connections (not included) can be plugged in to the system via the 6 PIN DIN jacks on the back of the DVR. Through the
RECORD menu (refer to pg.65 for detailed instructions) you can set specic schedules for the cameras to record audio, or set to have them always
record sound. You can also adjust the live audio settings (pg.43) so you can listen in on a specic camera’s live audio at any time you choose.
NOTE: Only channels 1-4 can transmit and record audio.
Only one audio device can be equipped per channel. For example, you can not have an audio equipped camera and a microphone
plugged in to channel 1 at the same time.
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CONNECTING A MICROPHONE (NOT INCLUDED) FOR 2 WAY COMMUNICATION
If you connect a microphone to one of the AUDIO IN jacks, you can communicate with computers
that are remotely connected to the DVR. After connecting the microphone, simply enable
live audio and the channel which it is connected to (see pg.43 for more information on audio
settings). Audio will be transmitted to the connected PC until the LIVE AUDIO setting is turned
to OFF, or the microphone is disconnected.
NOTE: Only one audio device can be equipped per channel. For example, you can not have an
audio equipped camera and a microphone plugged in to channel 1 at the same time.
CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL SPEAKER (NOT INCLUDED) FOR LISTENING TO LIVE AUDIO OR 2 WAY COMMUNICATION
Connecting an external speaker to the audio out jack allows you to listen to live audio from one
of your audio-equipped cameras (not included) or to hear audio sent from a computer that is
remotely connected to the DVR and has a microphone connected (microphone not included).
After connecting the speaker, simply enable live audio and the channel which it is connected to
(see pg.43 for more information on audio settings). Audio will be transmitted to the speaker
until the LIVE AUDIO setting is turned to OFF, or the speaker is disconnected.
CONNECTING AN ADDITIONAL MONITOR (NOT INCLUDED)
An additional Spot-Out monitor can be connected to the DVR and congured to show
continuous video, or to display footage only when motion is detected. For detailed instructions
on setting up a Spot-out monitor and conguring settings, refer to pg.32.
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1 POWER BUTTON
Turns the LCD screen or DVR system ON or OFF
2 SETUP BUTTON
Enters the setup screen
3 CHANNEL SELECTION BUTTONS
Select to display individual cameras in live display and playback.
Can also be used to enter numeric passwords (when prompted)
4 ENTER BUTTON
Conrms selection in navigating onscreen menus
5 NAVIGATION / REVIEWS / CONTROL BUTTONS
Up Button
Review/ Playback Button
Changes the Playback Speed
Down Button
Changes the Reverse Speed
Reverse Playback Button
Pause Button
6 MENU BUTTONS
Display Button
Search Button
PTZ Button
Key Lock Button
Sequence Button
Zoom Button
Archive Button
7 RETURN BUTTON
Returns to the previous screen when navigating onscreen menus
8 ID BUTTON
Allows you to select and log on as a specic ID. This is for multiple
systems controlled by one remote.
NOTE: The remote control requires 2 AAA batteries (not included)
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1. Insert the power supply wire into the rear DC 12V port on the DVR
Insert the power cord into the power supply.
2. Plug the power cord from power supply into the power outlet.
We recommend using a surge protected power bar and/or
Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) backup to prevent damage to
your DVR system.
3. The DVR will power on and you will see a startup screen that
detects and checks the status of hard drives.
4. The DVR will begin normal operation and will show the default
display of all 8 channels.
NOTE: When powered on for the rst time, the SENTINEL10 will automatically begin recording if cameras are connected. The DVR will
continue to record on this setting until it is manually changed to a dierent mode.
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SHUTTING DOWN
With this DVR you have the option to shut down the entire unit and stop the DVR from recording, or to turn o the LCD screen but continue
recording. For security reasons, you must enter your password to power o the system and halt recording. In either of these situations, pressing the
button again will turn the DVR or LCD screen back on.
NOTE: Only users with ADMIN permission levels can turn the unit OFF. For more information on permission levels, please refer to MAKING
CHANGES TO THE USER MANAGEMENT MENU, pg.33.
TO POWER OFF THE DVR (RECORDING STOPS)
1. When on the Live Display screen, press and hold the button on the DVR until the password window pops up.
2. You must then log o of the system. Using the Channel Selection buttons (or the number pad on the remote control) to type in your
password and press the ENTER button. (The default password is “1234”)
3. The DVR will turn o, disabling recording and remote viewing of your cameras.
TO TURN OFF THE LCD SCREEN (RECORDING CONTINUES)
1. Press the button on the DVR.
2. The screen will turn o, but recording will still continue and you will still be able to access the DVR remotely.
TIP: You can set up a screen saver so the LCD screen turns o after a certain period of inactivity, but will continue recording. You
can also set the screen saver to activate for a specic period of time (for example, at night when you are asleep). For more
information on screen saver settings, please refer to MAKING CHANGES TO THE SCREEN SAVER MENU,pg.33.
LIVE DISPLAY
Live Display Mode allows you to view your cameras and gives you options of which cameras you want to view, when you want to view them, and
how you want the footage displayed on the screen. This is the default view when you power on the DVR.
A status bar at the bottom of the screen shows you the current date and time, as well as the percentage of hard drive space used.
A title for each camera will be shown, and next to each camera title shows that the camera is continuously recording. For more information on
changing the title for each camera, please see MAKING CHANGES TO THE CAMERA TITLE MENU, pg.35. For more information on dierent recording
modes, please see RECORDING MODES, pg.22.
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MULTI-SCREENS
The SENTINEL10 gives you several dierent viewing options for your cameras. You can choose between Sequence Mode, Single camera, Quad (4
camera), 6 camera, 8 camera, and 8 Camera (Grid).
TO CHANGE YOUR CAMERA DISPLAY
1. To change your camera display, click the right mouse button on the Live Display screen.
2. Click the DISPLAY icon.
3. The Sequence Symbol is displayed and Sequence mode will be activated. In sequence mode, the DVR will show each camera in full screen
for 3 seconds (default time) before switching to the next channel. This sequence will repeat until a dierent display mode is chosen. To
change the default display time, see MAKING CHANGES TO THE MONITOR MENU, pg.25.
4. To choose a dierent Display mode, repeat steps 1 and 2. This time, Single Display mode will be activated.
5. If you do not wish to view in Single Display mode, repeat steps 1 and 2 to view a dierent display option.
6. Continue repeating steps 1 and 2 until you nd a preferred layout.
TIP: To view an individual camera in full screen at any time, simply double click the camera you wish to view. To exit and return
back to your previous viewing mode, double click the screen again.
CUSTOMIZE THE MULTI- SCREEN DISPLAY
Once you have chosen a preferred display mode, you can change the placement of cameras on the screen. Changing camera positions is achieved
in a “remove and replace” method. For example, If you want Camera 6 to be displayed in Camera 1’s frame, you have to Remove Camera 1 from the
display and then set Camera 6 to display in its place. You can then set Camera 1 to display in a dierent frame.
TIP: You can also access the Display menu by clicking the “Display” button on the DVR’s button panel.

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1. To change your camera display, click the right mouse button on the Live Display screen.
2. Click the Display icon
3. Press ENTER on the DVR’s button panel. The status bar at the bottom of the screen will read “LIVE DISPLAY EDIT MODE”.
4. On the DVR’s button panel, press the number of the camera you wish
to replace (for example, if you want an alternate camera to be in the
screen position of camera 3, press the 3 button). The camera channel
will turn blue and the channel will be removed.
5. On the DVR’s button panel, press the number of the camera you wish
to use to replace (for example, if you want camera 1 to be in the screen
position of number 3, press the 1 button).
6. When you have reached a desired layout, press ENTER on the DVR’s
button panel to save your changes. If you wish to cancel your changes
and return to the previous display, press RETURN.
NOTE: All active cameras must be displayed on screen in order to save settings. If you wish to remove a camera from the display screen
(but still want the camera to record), please refer to Covert Camera Mode instructions found in MAKING CHANGES TO THE CAMERA
TITLE MENU , pg.35.
DIGITAL ZOOM MODE
When viewing a camera in full screen, you can zoom in to a particular area and enlarge it up to 8 times its original size on screen to get a closer look
at entrances, movement, or suspicious activity.