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STOP! READ FIRST!

To use the Solar Video Camera with Spotlight, you need a computer.

This camera is compatible with both Microsoft and Apple computers. You will need a computer to sync the time and

date on the camera as well as view the video files after recording them.

Before using the Solar Video Camera with Spotlight, you must:

1. Connect the solar panel to the video camera spotlight, make sure the switch is in the OFF position, and set the

solar panel outside in the sun for three days to charge the batteries fully.

2. If using a Windows computer, plug the camera module into a USB port on your computer or laptop and run the

Sync program (See “Setting the Date and Time On the Camera Module” on page 4).

ABOUT YOUR SOLAR VIDEO CAMERA WITH SPOTLIGHT

This video camera spotlight requires no electrical wiring and is ideal for recording video at entrance areas, porches,

driveways, carports, garages, and warehouses. It can even be used as a game camera. The video camera spotlight has

a built-in motion sensor which turns on the camera automatically when movement of a heat source (such as people,

animals, or cars) is detected in the area. In sufficient darkness, the 8 Surface Mount LEDs, with an estimated life of

30,000 hours, also activate and provide over 440 lumens of light for you to see and for the camera to record. The

camera remains on while motion is detected. The camera saves the recorded videos to the (included) 8GB Micro-SD

card which can hold up to 2.5 hours of video. When the Micro-SD card is full, the oldest files are overwritten. To access

the videos, the camera module must be disconnected from the light and plugged into a computer’s USB port.

A time control can be adjusted to allow the camera to stay on for 10 - 60 seconds after the motion sensor stops

detecting motion. At night, the time control also controls the spotlight. The light sensitivity can be adjusted to allow the

spotlight to start activating at varying darkness levels.

motion-activated

SOLAR VIDEO CAMERA

with SPOTLIGHT

Model # 44643-CAM-XX

ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Summary of content (16 pages)

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motion-activated SOLAR VIDEO CAMERA with SPOTLIGHT Model # 44643-CAM-XX ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STOP! READ FIRST! To use the Solar Video Camera with Spotlight, you need a computer. This camera is compatible with both Microsoft and Apple computers. You will need a computer to sync the time and date on the camera as well as view the video files after recording them. Before using the Solar Video Camera with Spotlight, you must: 1.
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An included 3.7V 2.6Ah Lithium-ion rechargeable battery pack will need to be replaced when its charging ability decreases. When the batteries are fully charged, the spotlight portion will activate for up to 110 one-minute cycles per night. Low temperatures (14°F/-10°C) can result in limited functionality in the lithium-ion battery pack which may cause irregular activity in the video camera spotlight. Normal operation will return when the temperature rises.
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During the day, the camera will record everything in its field of view. At night, the darkness makes it difficult to see objects more than 16 feet away even if the spotlight has activated. Because of this, if the motion sensor is triggered by a moving object more than 16 feet away, the moving object may not appear on the video. HOW TO INSTALL YOUR SOLAR VIDEO CAMERA WITH SPOTLIGHT: NOTE: INSTALL YOUR VIDEO CAMERA SPOTLIGHT IN A LOCATION WHERE YOU CAN ACCESS THE CAMERA MODULE. Tools Required: 1.
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HOW TO TEST THE COVERAGE AREA This section covers the steps you need to take to ensure your camera module will capture the desired area. This section is important to review anytime you are installing the video camera spotlight in a new location. 1. Remove the camera module as shown in “How To Disconnect the Camera Module/Access the Dials” on page 3. 2. The TIME dial is already set to the minimum (-) position and the LUX dial to the “light” () position.
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SETTING THE DATE AND TIME ON THE CAMERA MODULE (WINDOWS) This section covers the steps you need to take to ensure your camera module has the correct date and time for your time zone; however it is not required and the video camera spotlight will still function and record videos if this section is skipped. You can use a Microsoft or Apple computer. If you are using a computer with Mac OS, please refer to the instructions for Apple computers, beginning on page 7. 1.
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VIEWING THE VIDEOS You must follow the steps in this section anytime you wish to view the videos on the Micro-SD storage card located in the camera module. If the camera is already plugged into the computer, skip to step 3. If not, start with step 1. If the product or Micro-SD card is new and no testing has been done, the card will not have any files. 1. Disconnect the camera module by following the steps in HOW TO DISCONNECT THE CAMERA MODULE on page 3. 2.
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SAVING THE VIDEOS (WINDOWS) 1. 2. 3. 4. Open the folder on your hard drive where you want to store the videos. Go back to the folder view for the Micro-SD card storage and highlight all of the files you wish to save. Click and drag the group of files to the folder on your hard drive where you want to store the files. Once the files have transferred, you can delete the files on the Micro-SD card storage. REMOVING THE CAMERA MODULE FROM THE COMPUTER (WINDOWS) 1.
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USING THE CAMERA MODULE WITH APPLE MAC OS You will need to reference the main manual for other non-Apple specific operations. The instructions in this addendum depict the steps to take when using an Apple computer running MacOS. If you are using a computer with Windows, please refer to the main instructions included with the product.
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VIEWING THE VIDEOS (MAC OS) You must follow the steps in this section anytime you wish to view the videos on the Micro-SD storage card located in the camera module. If the camera is already plugged into the computer, skip to step 3. If not, start with step 1. If the product or Micro-SD card is new and no testing has been done, the card will not have any files. 1.
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SAVING THE VIDEOS (MAC OS) 1. 2. 3. 4. Open the folder on your hard drive where you want to store the videos. Go back to the folder view for the Micro-SD card storage and highlight all of the files you wish to save. Click and drag the group of files to the folder on your hard drive where you want to store the files. Once the files have transferred, you can delete the files on the Micro-SD card storage.
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3. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to remove the screw in the bottom of the cover, then slide the cover off the camera module. You will see the back of the Micro-SD card. 4. Lightly press the Micro-SD card into the camera module until you hear a slight click. Then remove your finger and the Micro-SD card should slowly spring back out of the module. 5. Grab the back end of the Micro-SD card with your fingertips and remove it from the camera module.
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REPLACING THE BATTERY PACK When the charging ability of the battery pack decreases, it should be replaced with a new 3.7V/2.6Ah Lithium-Ion battery pack. Follow the steps below when replacing the battery pack. 1. 2. 3. 4. Move the power switch on the main body to the OFF position. Unplug the solar panel and take the video camera spotlight down from where it is mounted. Remove the four (4) screws on the back of the main unit that hold the halves together.
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Safety Tips Do not immerse the video camera spotlight in water or any other liquid. Storage If you wish to store your video camera spotlight indoors for more than two or three days, turn the power switch to the OFF position. Battery capacity may be reduced during prolonged storage. NOTE: THE DATE AND TIME ON THE CAMERA WILL SLIP IF MORE THAN 4 DAYS PASS WITHOUT CHARGING THE VIDEO CAMERA SPOTLIGHT.
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PROBLEM 14 POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS Night videos show very dark footage • The LUX dial may be pointed too far towards the ( ). This prevents the light from activating unless it is extremely dark. Turn the LUX dial so it is halfway between the () and the ( ). This sets the product so the light activates at dusk. Your videos should now have more light. If the light still does not activate early enough, continue to turn the LUX dial towards the () until it activates at an acceptable time.
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS Light will not switch on when there is movement in the detection area. • Ensure that the power switch on the main body has been turned to the AUTO position. • Ensure that the motion sensor has been positioned to face oncoming movement. • Ensure that the battery has been fully charged in direct sunlight for 3 sunny days. Refer to the “How to Install Your Solar Video Camera with Spotlight” section on page 3.
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ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY MAXSA Innovations, LLC warrants to the original consumer/purchaser that this product shall be free of defects in material and workmanship under normal use and circumstances for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase for use.