Trail Camera Instruction Manual Model #: 119239C 07-14
Page Index Introduction 5 Parts & Controls Guide 6-7 Battery and SD Card Installation 8 Date & Time Imprint Feature 9-10 Power On 10 Set Up 10-11 Viewing the Photos 12 Glossary 13 Technical Specifications 14 Troubleshooting/FAQ 15-17 3
IMPORTANT NOTE Congratulations on your purchase of one of the best trail cameras on the market! Simmons is very proud of these cameras and we are sure you will be pleased with yours 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.
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of a Simmons Digital Trail Camera. This camera, with its weatherproof, rugged construction, is designed to record animal activity in the outdoors. Your Trail Cam features a compact, portable size and an extra long battery life. Main Features: • 1.3 MP digital sensor, 2MP image resolution • Compact Size • Trigger Time=1.
Parts and Controls Guide PIR Motion Sensor Latch Camera Lens Padlock Hole Infrared LED Array Front of Camera Light Sensor/ PIR Indicator IR LED Array Detail 6
Parts and Controls Guide + - - + Battery Compartment (note orientation for correct polarity) - + + - Power Switch SD Card Slot 7
BATTERY INSTALLATION To maximize battery life, you should install a full set of 8 AA lithium (for longest life) or alkaline batteries. The camera may also be powered by just four batteries installed in the first slots only (see photo). Battery life will be shorter with 4 batteries, but the camera will operate normally. NOTE: Always set the power switch to the OFF position when installing or removing batteries.
DATE AND TIME IMPRINT FEATURE Your Digital Trail Camera will automatically imprint the date, time and moon phase on each photo it captures, based on the initial date and time data in a text file you can generate and save on the SD card, as described below. If no text file with date/time is found on the card when the camera is turned on, only “Simmons” will be imprinted on the photos. Requirements: • A PC computer with an internal SD card slot, or an external USB card reader.
5. 6. Once the date/time data is correct and you’ve selected your SD card location, click OK to save the text file. Remove the SD card (eject it first if necessary) and insert it into your Trail Cam (label side up as previously described). The date and time data will be automatically loaded into the camera, and the text file (txt) will be deleted. It is important to get the card from computer to camera as soon as possible to ensure the initial time is still accurate.
camera so as not to block the camera lens or PIR sensor. To mount the camera in place, insert the strap through the strap slots on the rear housing. Wrap the strap around the mounting surface. Secure the strap and tighten the buckle in order to secure the camera. Make sure that both of the camera’s latches are securely locked in place, to ensure proper weather resistance. 2.
4. Secure the Camera A standard padlock may be used in the camera’s lock hole to secure it and prevent theft. VIEWING THE PHOTOS After your camera has been operating for awhile, you will of course want to review the photos it has been capturing. This can be done by either of two methods, according to your preference or the availability of accessory equipment: Using an SD Card Reader 1. Push the SD card in slightly to release it, then pull it out of the camera gently. 2.
GLOSSARY PIR (Passive Infrared Sensor): Senses motion like a typical security motion detector. Requires infrared energy (heat) in addition to motion to trigger the sensor to help limit detection to live subjects (rather than leaves, etc). Moon Phase: The trail cams have a feature which imprints a moon phase stamp on each photo for reference. IR Flash: Also called IR LED Array. This is a “night vision” feature, which emits a burst of infrared light, invisible to the human eye.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 119239C Image Sensor Type 1/4 Inch CMOS Sensor Resolution 1.3 Megapixels Effective Focal Length 7.6 mm Lens Aperture IR Filter f/2.0 Automatic IR Filter PIR Sensor Yes Trigger Speed Number of IR LED <1.
Troubleshooting / FAQ Battery life is shorter than expected 1. Battery life will vary with operating temperature and the number of images taken over time. 2. Check to make sure you have used new alkaline or lithium batteries. Simmons recommends using 8 Energizer® Lithium AA batteries in this Trail Cam to obtain maximum battery life. 3. Make sure that you are using a good quality name brand SD card in your camera. Simmons recommends SanDisk® brand SD Cards up to 16GB.
Troubleshooting / FAQ battery in contact with the spring tab side of its slot inside the camera. Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix battery types-use ALL lithium or ALL alkaline. Rechargeable batteries are not recommended. Still Photo and/or Video Quality Problems 1. Night photos appear too dark a. Try using a set of new batteries. The flash will stop operating near the end of the battery life. b.
Troubleshooting / FAQ 3. 4. camera over ground. 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. For the first three minutes after the camera is switch on, the PIR Indicator LED on the front of the camera will flash for 3 seconds whenever it senses motion. This is for setup purposes only and will help the user aim the camera. 2.
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Your Simmons® product is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for one year 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 Simmons 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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