Sentinel HDX Quick Start Manual And Installation Manual - page 8
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
heated garage.
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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