Sentinel HDX User manual

Quick Start Guide and
Installation Manual
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Austin, Texas 78728
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Quick Start Guide
•DownloadAEGIS Software from
website
www.sentinelhdx.com/downloads/
•InstallAEGISSoftware
oInstallAEGIS Software on
an Intel i7 or equivalent
computer running Windows
8/10 64-bit Operating System
and available 16GB memory
and minimum 4TB Hard
Drive. AEGIS requires
Google Chrome 64-bit
(Make sure 32bit Chrome is not
already installed. If so, uninstall
and reinstall 64bit version)
oOpenAEGIS program on desktop
oLogin using Default account settings –
oUsername:admin
oPassword: admin
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•Connect provided wall mounted power supply
to Sentinel
HDxCamera
oPower up camera by simply plugging it in
(green status LED should light up)
oConnect Camera via USB to
desktop or notebook where
AEGIS is 9installed.

•Select: Device Vehicle Management
-Add Device –Vehicle
Aconfiguration profile is
made up of three sections:
1) The configuration of the
camera which triggers
with their associated
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
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-Event Settings
a. Select Profile: Select Sample 1 or Sample 2 from drop down box
b. Customize the thresholds and record time to your preference.
Vehicle will now show up in “Vehicle Records”
•Select: System Configuration
(Located to left side of the menu bar)
a. Enter the minimum
required fields shown
below and any
additional information
requested optionally
b. Vehicle name: Enter a
name you would like
for the vehicle, then
click Save
Once you are logged into the software:

(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.)
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•Video and Storage Settings
•WiFi Settings
oEnter Server IPAddress
oEnter SSID
(Wireless Network Name)
and password, Save
oSave Profile by
clicking on
“Update Profile”
oSelect interior
camera for “ON”
or “OFF” as
desired
oMake sure to
select the
correct time
zone

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•Device List (Top right of Screen)
oCheck box (Select the devices you
would want to apply settings to)
oSelect the “GreenApply” button (This
could take up to 2 minutes for the profile to
update -depending on events on camera, if any to
upload.)
•DisconnectUSB
•The link status LED should
illuminate from green when
sentinel HDx is connected to
AEGIS via wireless interface.
AEGIS dashboard will also
display agreen wireless
connection.This may take a
few minutes to transition.
Verify the profile has been updated
by the Green Check Mark on the
right hand side of the camera and
profilename.

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
attenuation of 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 with 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 geosynchronousorbit 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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4616 West Howard Lane Bldg 5, Suite 550,
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512-651-5277,[e-mail]

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 transferrates are highly dependent on the wireless network’s topology. Access
point locations, antenna geometries,and localized wireless 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 ageneral 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 recommendedthe 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
1. Perform the installation with the vehicle parked on as level of a surface as possible, ideally
with an unimpeded view of the horizon for subsequent camera angle adjustment.
2. Test various 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.
3. Use the provided surface wipe to completely clean the associated mating surface for the
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.
5. If necessary, separate the camera unit from the bracket. Remove the adhesive’s protective
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. Firm 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 always 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 numerousoptions 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 aprofessional 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.
2. Place the cable harness barrel connector into the mating receptacle on the top of the
cameraassembly.
3. Securely route the harness wire behind trim work from the camera down to the vehicle fuse
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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4. Select an appropriate accessory fuse circuit in the panel with enough amperage to safely
accommodate the camera’s load of 1Amp.
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 which 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.
6. Route the positive wire of the camera harness to the red receptacle on the fuse tap
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.
8. 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 a12 volt continuous fused power circuit.It is now time to run atest
recording to confirm proper camera angles and vertical level adjustment.
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 thetest.
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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.
Calibrate the unit as follows:

4. If necessary. The camera mounting screws can be loosened and the camera rotated in
the adjustment slots to provide a better viewing angle.
5. 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
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.
Adjustments to camera angle can prevent poor viewing angles as shown below
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G indicates External GPSConnector
W indicates External WirelessAntennae
Iindicates ExternalInput
SKU Numbers and Production Variations
W
GW G
I
ForExample:
LF-SHDX-32-A = Standard ordering part number with 32 GB card and both antennas internal
GIWI
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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 receivingantenna.
—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 distance of 4 inches (10 cm) between
the radiator and your body.
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Early draft version0.1
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 appearance may differ slightly from the original.
5. Failure to observe the correct installation practices will void the warranty.
Safety and Regulatory Disclaimers
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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 ADATED PROOF OF PURCHASE, TO THE
PLACEOF PURCHASEFOR AFULLREFUND.
Warranty.Camera Vision Solutions, Inc.warrants that the Product (meaning solely the physical Product or parts contained within the
Product kit and excluding any installed or installable software, which is governed by aseparate 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.This Warranty extends only to the Purchaser and not to any
subsequent purchasersorusersoftheProduct.ThisWarrantymaynotbetransferredinwholeor part.
Exclusions.ThisWarrantydoesnot applyto:
•Installationof theProductor failureorinadequateperformanceof theProductdueto improperinstallation(thePurchaser
mustdeterminethe appropriatenessoftheProductfor Purchaser’sapplications);
•Attachments,accessoryitems,andpartsnotmanufacturedby Sentinel;
•Productthathasbeeninstalledwithotheraftermarketpartsor alteredor modifiedin anyway; 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;or failure to install, operate, maintain, or repair the vehicle into which the Product is
installedin accordancewith thevehicle manufacturer’sinstructionsor commonmaintenance practices.
Conditionsof WarrantyCoverage.ThisWarrantyshallnot applyifthe Product:
•Isusedin anapplicationdifferentfromtheone for whichit wasdesignedaccordingto Sentinel’spublishedtechnicaland
promotional materials.
Disclaimer and Exclusion of Other Warranties.The preceding warranties are the exclusive warranties given by Sentinel for the Product
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 APARTICULAR 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.
Somestatesdonotallowlimitationsonhowlongan impliedwarrantylasts,so the abovelimitationmaynotapplyto you.
Exclusive Remedy.If the Product fails to conform to the preceding warranties, the Purchaser must notify Sentinel within areasonable
time and in no event more than fifteen (15)days after the discovery of the nonconformity.Purchaser must obtain aReturn
Authorization Number (RMA) from Sentinel.Purchaser must then deliver the Product, together with proof of date of purchase and
RMAnumber,to Sentinelatthe followingaddress:
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orto anyothersitedesignatedby Sentinel.Purchasershallberesponsibleforandmustprepayanyshippingexpenseforreturnof
the Productto Sentinel.Sentinelwill investigateand,in theeventof a breachof warranty,will provide,as itssoleoptionandwithin
a reasonableperiodoftime:
•Repairof any nonconformingProductorcomponents;
•ReplacementofanynonconformingProductcomponentswithconformingproductor components; or
•If a replacementproductofthesamemodelisnotreasonablyavailable,replacementofanynonconformingProductwith
substantiallysimilar product.
Repairedor replacementproductswillconformtothewarrantyforthe unexpireddurationofthewarrantyperiodforthe original,
nonconformingProduct.Sentinelmayuseusedorrepairedmaterialfor allwarrantyclaims.Thisremedydoesnotcoverany labor
charged ortraveltimeincurredfor diagnosis,removal,orreinstallationoftheProduct;thecostoftransportationof theProductor any
replacement productto or fromPurchaser;or anyothercontingentexpenses.THE REMEDYSELECTEDBY SENTINELIN
ACCORDANCEWITH THISPARAGRAPHSHALL BE THE EXCLUSIVEAND SOLE REMEDYFOR ANY BREACHOF
WARRANTY.
Exclusionof Consequential,Incidental,and OtherDamages.SENTINELAND ITS DISTRIBUTORS,JOBBERS,AND DEALERS
SHALL NOT BE LIABLEFOR ANYINCIDENTALOR CONSEWUENTIALDAMAGESFOR BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY,
WHETHER RESULTINGFROM NONDELIVERYOR FROMTHE USE,MISUSE,OR INABILITYTO USETHE PRODUCT OR
FROMDEFECTSIN THEPRODUCTOR FROMTHE NEGLIGENCEOR OTHER TORT OF SENTINELOR ITS DISTRIBUTORS,
JOBBERS,AND DEALERS. THISEXCLUSIONCOVERS,WITHOUT LIMITATION,DAMAGESFOR LOSS OF USE,REVENUE
ORPROFIT, COSTOFCAPITAL, COSTOF SUNSTITUTEEQUIPTMENT,ADDITIONALCOSTSINCURRED BY PURCHASER,
AND CLAIMSBY PURCHASER’S CUSTOMERSOR OTHERTHIRD PARTIES.
Somestatesdonotallowtheexclusionor limitationofincidentalor consequentialdamages,sotheabovelimitationmaynotapplyto
you.
Indemnification.Purchaseragreestoindemnify,defend,andholdSentineland itsdistributors,jobbers,anddealersharmlessfrom
any claimarisingoutoforrelatedto the Productoritsuse,installation,or service.
ApplicableLaw.ThisagreementwillbegovernedbythelawsoftheStateofTexas,excludingtheapplicationof itsconflictsoflaw
rules. TheU.N.ConventiononContractsfortheInternationalSaleofGoods willnotapplyto thisAgreement.In anyactionor
proceedingarising inwholeorpartfromthisAgreement,the prevailingpartywillbeentitledtorecovercostsandattorney’sfees.
Venueforany suchactionor proceedingshall bein a statecourt ofcompetent jurisdictionlocatedin TravisCounty,Texasor inthe
UnitedStatesDistrictof Texas.
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the invalidprovisionshallbepartiallyenforcedtothe maximumextentpermittedby lawtoeffectuatethepurposeof the Agreement.
EntireAgreement.Thisagreementconstitutestheentireagreementbetweenthepartiesandsupersedesanyandall prioragreements
betweenSentinel(oranyofitsdistributors,jobbers,ordealers)andPurchaserconcerningtheProduct,includinganyoral
representations. AnyPriororextrinsicrepresentationsor agreementsareintendedtobedischargedandnullified.No amendment,
modification,or waiverof thisAgreementwill be validunlesssetforth ina writteninstrumentsignedby Sentineland Purchaser.
Thiswarrantygivesyouspecificlegalrights,andyoumayalsohaveotherrightswhichvaryfrom Stateto State.
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