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Tesla quietly added this extra Sentry Mode feature to deter vandals
Tesla’s Sentry Mode gets another feature, set to add an extra layer of security against vandalism.
Amidst increased vandalism events against Tesla’s vehicles in recent weeks, the company’s Sentry Mode has increasingly been in the spotlight as a deterrent for criminal activity.As part of an update to its website this week, Tesla has also revealed a subtle addition to the recording system that should help deter vandals caught in the act.
Tesla’s Sentry Mode on Cybertrucks will soon play music at the maximum volume when the vehicle’s cameras detect activity,as detailed on the company’s redesigned Cybertruck web page this week and initially spotted by Not a Tesla App. The detail was quietly added to the Cybertruck web page, as part of the larger Sentry Mode suite of features that lets owners check out the external cameras on their electric vehicles (EVs) even when away.
“Enable Sentry Mode to monitor your unattended vehicle or trailer, and automatically activate the alarm, increase the touchscreen brightness and play music at max volume if a threat is detected,” Tesla writes on the Cybertruck page.
The music feature could use the Cybertruck’s superhorn and external speaker to play the music outside the vehicle for an even louder response to potential threats, though it’s not clear at this point whether the added feature will utilize the external or internal speakers. The music feature is also not detailed on Tesla’s web pages for other vehicles at this point, though it would be surprising to see it only available on the Cybertruck given that Sentry Mode is available across the company’s entire lineup.
When enabled, your vehicle’s cameras remain powered on and ready to record suspicious activity around your vehicle when Cybertruck is locked and in Park. Think of Sentry Mode as an intelligent vehicle security system that alerts you when it detects possible threats nearby.
If a threat is detected or the vehicle sensors determine there is a lot of jerky movement like when getting towed or shaken, Sentry Mode:
✓ Pulses the headlights.
✓ Sounds the alarm.
✓ Displays a message on the touchscreen that indicates cameras may be recording to inform individuals outside of the vehicles.
✓ Alerts you of the alarm on the mobile app.
✓ Saves footage of the event to a USB drive (if installed)
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Sentry Mode
Sentry Mode is a feature that allows you to monitor activities around your Tesla vehicle when it’s parked and locked. When suspicious motion is detected, your vehicle will react depending on the severity of the threat.
If a threat is detected, the cameras on your vehicle will begin recording, and the alarm will activate. If the alarm is activated, you will receive an alert from the Tesla app notifying you that an incident has occurred.
To enable Sentry Mode on your vehicle touchscreen, tap ‘Controls’ ‘Safety & Security’ > ‘Sentry Mode.’ You can also enable Sentry Mode via Voice Command or the Tesla app. Unless at a Supercharger, Sentry Mode will remain active until the vehicle is at or below 20% battery. The Tesla app will notify you if Sentry Mode is disabled due to low battery.
Note: It is your sole responsibility to consult and comply with all local regulations and property restrictions regarding the use of cameras.
With Live Camera, remotely view your vehicle’s surroundings when it’s parked to confirm the safety of the environment before you return to your vehicle. You can also honk your horn, flash your lights and talk through the vehicle’s speaker if you have one equipped. Live Camera is end-to-end encrypted and cannot be accessed by us. This feature is available on iOS and Android devices with the Tesla app version 4.2.1 or later and requires Premium Connectivity. Live Camera is not available on Model S and Model X vehicles produced 2012-2020.
To enable or disable Live Camera access, follow these steps:
On Model S and Model X, tap ‘Controls’ ‘Safety’ > ‘View Live Camera via Mobile App’ on your vehicle’s touchscreen.
On Model 3 and Model Y, tap ‘Controls’ ‘Safety & Security’ > ‘View Live Camera via Mobile App’ on your vehicle's touchscreen.
To access Live Camera from the Tesla app, tap ‘Security’ ‘Sentry Mode’ > ‘View live camera.’
Sentry Mode is designed to add another layer of protection to your vehicle, but it will not prevent all possible threats.
Note: Dog Mode and Sentry Mode cannot be active at the same time.
Note: Sentry Mode will not record if your dashcam is not properly installed and equipped with a USB drive. To install your dashcam, follow these steps.
https://www.tesla.com/support/vehicle-safety-security-features