TROPHY CAM™ INSTRUCTION MANUAL Model#: 119425C Lit# 98-1573/02-10
IMPORTANT NOTE Congratulations on your purchase of one of the best trail cameras on the market! Bushnell is very proud of this little unit and we are sure you will be pleased with it as well. We appreciate your business and want to earn your trust. Please refer to the notes below and the instructions in this manual to ensure that you are completely satisfied with this product.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Note Table of Contents Introduction General Description Applications Parts and Controls Installing the Batteries and SD Card Loading Batteries Using an External Power Source Inserting the SD Card Using the TROPHY CAM The OFF, ON and SETUP Modes OFF Mode ON Mode SETUP Mode SETUP Mode Shortcut Keys/Functions Using the SETUP Menu to Change Settings Changing Parameter Settings in SETUP Mode How Parameter Settings Are Displayed EXAMPLES-Changing the Settings of Some Common Parameters
TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued) Reviewing Images Directly from the SD Card Reviewing Images by Connecting the Camera to a Computer Downloading the Photos/Videos Troubleshooting/FAQs Technical Specifications Warranty FCC Compliance Statement 4 PAGE # 23 23 24 25-28 29 30 31
INTRODUCTION About the TROPHY CAM The Bushnell Trophy Cam is a digital scouting camera. It can be triggered by any movement of game in a location, detected by a highly sensitive Passive Infra-Red (PIR) motion sensor, and then take high quality pictures (up to 5MP still photos), or video clips. The Trophy Cam consumes very little power (less than 300μA) in a standby (surveillance) state.
camera to Photo mode (still camera icon), and the UP key can set the camera to Video mode (movie camera icon). The RIGHT key also serves as the manual shutter (“SHOT”) button of the camera and the OK key switches the camera to the Playback (“REPLAY”) mode. These secondary functions are indicated by icons or text above the key as shown in Fig. 2. Front View LED IR Flash Motion/ Low Battery Lens Indicator Lock Hole PIR Sensor DC In Fig.
INSTALLING THE BATTERIES and SD CARD Before you begin learning how to use your Trophy Cam, you will first need to install a set of batteries and insert an SD card. Although that may only take you a minute, there are some important notes about both batteries and SD cards you should be aware of, so please take the time to read the following directions and cautions: Loading Batteries After opening the two latches on the right side of the Trophy Cam, you will see that the Trophy Cam has eight battery slots.
power source cable (not provided) to connect the external DC power source with the power input jack of the Trophy Cam, making sure that the polarity is correct. Note: The power connector is a 4.0x1.7mm coaxial DC power plug with positive “tip” (inside pin) polarity (Radio Shack P/N 274-1532 or equivalent). If both an external power source is connected and batteries are installed, the Trophy Cam will be powered by the external power source.
parameter before using it for the first time is recommended, especially when a card has been used in other devices (see “Changing Menu Parameter Settings” for details). • To take out the SD card, just gently push in the card (do not try to pull it out without pushing in first). The card is released from the slot and ready to be removed when you hear the click. WARNING Be sure the camera’s power is switched OFF before inserting or removing SD cards or batteries.
to download your photos/videos. And of course, when you are storing or not using the camera, you will switch it to OFF. Please note that even in the OFF mode the Trophy Cam still consumes power at a very low level. Therefore, it’s a good idea to take the batteries out of the battery compartment if the camera will not be used for a long time. ON Mode Anytime after the batteries and SD card have been inserted, you can switch on the camera.
Fig. 3: SETUP Information Screen SETUP Mode Shortcut Keys/Functions As mentioned earlier in “Parts & Controls”, four of the keys below the LCD have secondary, “shortcut” functions when the camera is switched to SETUP mode (but the MENU key has not been pressed): • Press the UP key to quickly set the camera to shoot video clips. • Press the DOWN key to quickly set the camera to take still photos. • Press the RIGHT key to manually trigger the shutter.
Using the SETUP Menu to Change Settings The main purpose of the SETUP mode is to allow you to change the settings of the camera’s parameters (12-13 different ones are available) so your Trophy Cam operates exactly the way you want it to. You will do this by entering the SETUP Menu and pressing the keys below the LCD display, which will show you each parameter and its setting.
How Parameter Settings Are Displayed Some more detail regarding how the settings for a parameter are indicated on the display: • Only one setting is displayed at a time, starting with the current setting for the parameter when it is first selected (Fig. 4a). To change the setting, use the UP/DOWN keys to display the new setting you want (Fig. 4b), then press OK to “Execute” (make the actual change to this setting).
EXAMPLES-Changing the Settings of Some Common Parameters Following this page, you will find tables listing all of the parameters found in the SETUP Menu, along with their possible settings (or range of settings), and a detailed description of what the parameter controls and what the settings do. If you read the previous section detailing how to select parameters and change their settings, you should be able to dive right in, find the parameter(s) you want, and setup the camera to your preferences.
The SETUP Menu-Parameters and Settings List w/Descriptions Parameter Settings Description Mode Camera or Video Selects whether still photos or video clips are captured when the camera is triggered. Image Size (only affects still photos) 5M Pixel, 3M Pixel Sets resolution for still photos to 3 or 5 megapixels. Higher resolution produces better quality photos, but creates larger files that take up more of the SD card capacity (fills up faster).
The SETUP Menu-Parameters and Settings List w/Descriptions Parameter Settings Description Interval 10S (second) default, with a 60M (minute) to1S (second) range of settings available. Selects the length of time that the camera will “wait” until it responds to any additional triggers from the PIR after an animal is first detected and remains within the sensor’s range. During this user set “ignore triggers” interval, the camera will not capture photos/ videos.
The SETUP Menu-Parameters and Settings List w/Descriptions Parameter Settings Description Format Execute Deletes (erases) all files stored on a card to prepare it for reuse. Always format a card that has been previously used in other devices. Caution! Make sure you have downloaded and backed up any files you want to preserve first! Press OK to execute, press MENU (or select NO then press OK) to exit without formatting. TV Out NTSC, PAL Selects video standard /format for the “TV Out” output jack.
The SETUP Menu-Parameters and Settings List w/Descriptions 18 Parameter Settings Description Default Set Cancel, Execute Select “Execute” and press OK to restore all parameters to the original factory default settings. If the camera is behaving oddly and you think you may have changed the setting for something accidently (but aren’t sure which one), this will reset all parameters to their most commonly used or “generic” settings.
MOUNTING AND POSITIONING the TROPHY CAM Mounting After you’ve set up the camera’s parameters to your personal preferences at home or in your truck, you’re ready to take it outside and slide the power switch to “ON”. When setting up the Trophy Cam for scouting game or other outdoor applications, you must be sure to mount it in place correctly and securely. We recommend mounting the Trophy Cam on a sturdy tree with a diameter of about 6 in. (15cm).
Using the tripod socket: The camera is equipped with a socket at the bottom end to enable mounting on a tripod or other mounting accessories with a standard1/4-20 thread. Two optional mounting accessories, a “Bear Safe” metal camera box (model # 19653C) and Deluxe Tree Bracket (model# 119652C) are also available-please see your Bushnell dealer or website for more details.
and Sensor Level parameters. Please note, the PIR is strongly sensitive to ambient temperature. The greater the temperature difference between the environment and your subject, the farther the possible sensing distance. The average sensing distance is about 45 ft.
Cable from “TV Out” Deleting Photos/ Video Files In SETUP mode, it is possible to delete the photo or video files-just the most recent one, or all of them. This can be useful if an SD card is full but doesn’t have any images you want to keep, and you don’t want to remove the card and insert a new one- or if you trigger a photo during testing that you know you won’t need. Here’s how to delete files: • Switch to SETUP mode if you aren’t already in it. Press OK. • Press MENU.
Reviewing Images Directly From the SD Card This is the most popular method of viewing images. Since unmounting the camera and taking it to your computer isn’t very convenient, you may find it easier to just take the card out.
DOWNLOADING the PHOTOS/VIDEOS To download your photos/videos to a PC or Mac*, first make sure the Trophy Cam power switch is in the OFF position. Connect the supplied cable to the camera’s USB port, then directly to a main USB port on your computer-do not use front panel/keyboard USB ports or unpowered “hubs”. The Trophy Cam will be recognized as a standard “USB Mass Storage” device (this may take several seconds the first time you connect it).
Troubleshooting / FAQ Battery life is shorter than expected 1. Battery life will vary with operating temperature and the number of images taken over time. Typically, the Trophy Cam will be able to capture several thousand images before the batteries die. 2. Check to make sure you have used new alkaline or lithium batteries. Bushnell recommends using 8 Energizer® Lithium AA batteries in all Trophy Cams to obtain maximum battery life. 3.
Troubleshooting / FAQ Camera won’t power up 1. Make sure that you have installed at least 4 batteries (the required minimum #) in the battery compartment, starting at the top, filling battery spaces 1-4 with no “gaps”. Bushnell recommends using 8 Energizer® Lithium AA batteries in all Trophy Cams. 2. Make sure that the batteries are installed correctly, observing proper polarity. Always place the negative (flat) end of each battery in contact with the spring side of its slot inside the camera. 3.
Troubleshooting / FAQ 3. Night photos or videos appear too bright a. You will get the best results when the subject is within the ideal flash range, no closer than 10’ (3m) from the camera. Subjects may appear too light at closer distances. 4. Daytime photos or videos appear too bright a. Make sure that the camera is not aimed at the sun or other light sources during the day. 5. Photos with streaked subject a.
Troubleshooting / FAQ 4. 5. Try to avoid setting the camera up on small trees that are prone to being moved by strong winds. Remove any limbs which are right in front of the camera lens. PIR Sensor LED Flashes/Doesn’t Flash 1. When the camera is in the “Setup” mode, a special LED on the front of the camera will flash when it senses motion. This is for setup purposes only and will help the user aim the camera. 2. During use, the LED will not flash when the camera takes an image.
Technical Specifications Image Sensor 5 Megapixel Color CMOS Maximum Pixel Size 2560x1920 (5MP) Lens F=3.1; FOV=50°; Auto IR-Cut-Remove (at night) IR-Flash Range 36’-45’ (12m-15m) Display Screen B&W Display: 24x32mm(1.
TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Your Bushnell® product is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for two years after the date of purchase. In the event of a defect under this warranty, we will, at our option, repair or replace the product, provided that you return the product postage prepaid. This warranty does not cover damages caused by misuse, improper handling, installation, or maintenance provided by someone other than a Bushnell Authorized Service Department.
FCC Compliance Statement: 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 in a residential installation. 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.
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