INSTRUCTION MANUAL Model #: STC-‐SNX1 Toll Free 1-‐877-‐269-‐8490 WWW.STEALTHCAM.COM Version 1.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Camera overview 5 Camera Kit contents 8 General Information 9 Quick Start Guide 10 Battery and Memory Installation 11 Setup and Programming 14 Using the Camera 27 Viewing & Deleting Files 31 Memory Compati
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CAMERA KIT CONTENT • Model STC-‐SNX1 Digital Scouting Camera • User manual • Strap WWW.STEALTHCAM.
GENERAL INFORMATION Storing conditions • Operating Environment: 14 to 104 deg F (-‐10 to 40 deg C). 20-‐85% relative humidity, non-‐condensing. Special care instructions!! • The camera is designed to be weather resistant. Never attempt to immerse the unit in water or any other liquid. This will damage the unit and void the warranty.
QUICK START GUIDE This guide is designed to get you up and running in a matter of moments. To get the most out of this advanced scouting tools, please read the manual thoroughly before operating the camera.
BATTERY AND MEMORY INSTALLATION WARNING: Do not use different Voltage lead acid battery other than the one specified in this section. Doing so will damage the camera and will void the warranty. WARNING: ALWAYS have the camera in the OFF position when installing or removing batteries and memory card. Removing batteries or memory card while the camera is ON may damage the camera.
• Make sure camera is in the OFF position. • Insert the external battery barrel plug into the DC 12V jack on the bottom of camera housing. • Turn the camera power on. NOTE: Please make sure the voltage and polarity (+/-‐) are correct before connection. Incorrect voltage or polarity (+/-‐) will damage the camera.
Inserting SD memory card NOTE: Make sure camera is in the OFF position whenever adding or removing memory. • Insert SD memory card in to the SD card slot completely and in the correct direction as shown by the sticker located at the side of the housing.
SETUP AND PROGRAMMING When the camera is first turned on, the internal LCD screen displays the camera status. The following information is present on this screen.
Ø Ø • 2 Stars (3Mp): Select this option to capture a 3.0M pixels image. (Low image quality) 1 Star (1.3Mp): Select this option to capture a 1.3M pixels image.
NOTE: When the camera detects low batteries, the camera unit will power off within 30 seconds automatically. Please replace with new batteries; otherwise the camera may not work properly. Setting the Camera’s Operation Mode: Your Stealth Cam can be programmed to operation either in PIR Detection mode or Time Lapse mode.
Setting the Camera’s Resolution in PIR operation mode: Your Stealth Cam can be programmed to 3 different resolutions, High (3 Stars-‐8Mp), Low (2 Stars–3Mp), Base (1 Star–1.3Mp). • Switch the camera to the ON position. Ø LCD screen will display the camera status screen.
Setting the Capturing Sequence in PIR operation mode: Your Stealth Cam can be programmed to shoot 1-‐9 pictures per triggering. • Switch the camera to the ON position. Ø LCD screen will display the camera status screen. • Press the [MENU] button once within 30 seconds to enter the programming mode.
Setting the Video Mode in PIR operation mode: Your Stealth Cam can be programmed to record 5-‐240 seconds of video per triggering. The Video mode is only workable under PIR mode. • Switch the camera to the ON position. Ø LCD screen will display the camera status screen.
Set the Digital Zoom in PIR operation mode: Your Stealth Cam can be programmed to have 3 different zoom levels. • Switch the camera to the ON position. Ø LCD screen will display the camera status screen. • Press the [MENU] button once within 30 seconds to enter the programming mode.
Setting the Time Out Mode in PIR operation mode: Your Stealth Cam can be programmed to set the amount of time in seconds or minutes the camera will sleep between PIR triggers. • Switch the camera to the ON position. Ø LCD screen will display the camera status screen.
Setting the Time and Date in PIR operation mode: Your Stealth Cam uses the 24hr military time format. • Switch the camera to the ON position. Ø LCD screen will display the camera status screen. • Press the [MENU] button within 30 seconds to enter the programming mode.
• Press [OK] to save your selection and enter Day setting. • The Day digits will be blinking. • Press [UP] or [DN] to increase or decrease the Day value. (01 – 31). • Press [OK] to confirm the Date setting and enter Year setting. • The YEAR digits will be blinking.
Setting the Time Lapse Mode: The Time Lapse Default setting value is from 18:00 to 8:00 the next day. When the camera is set to time-‐lapse mode, the program setting will bypass any PIR activation. Instead, the user can set the program for a pre-‐determined time period [such as 6:00 to 18:00].
• The MINUTE digits will be blinking. • Press [UP] or [DN] to increase or decrease the minute value (00 – 59). • Press [OK] to save your selection and enter Hour setting. • The HOUR digits will be blinking. • Press [UP] or [DN] to increase or decrease the hour value (00 – 23).
00:05 with a burst shot of 3P, this means the camera will keep taking burst shots of 3 pictures for every 5 seconds within time interval of 8AM to 8:30PM. Out of the time lapse time, said 20:30 to 08:00, the camera will sleep no matter of activity level. NO capture at all.
USING THE CAMERA Once all program settings have been setup properly, your Stealth Cam is ready for field use. Getting started Listed below are some helpful pointers on how to use your camera to get the best results. • Mount the camera about 4-‐5 feet high with the camera pointed at a slight downward angle.
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Using the camera in PIR detection mode • Mount the camera to the tree or other sturdy object using either a tree screw (optional accessory) or supplied mounting strap. • Open the front housing and move the switch to the ON position. At this point, you have 30 seconds to start making any program changes.
• 30 seconds after you’ve made your adjustments, the camera’s green LED light will begin blinking and enter count down mode. This is your indication to leave the coverage area within one minute.
VIEWING AND DELETING FILES The STC-‐SNX1 cam offers the user different options for viewing their images. You can view images or videos through either a handheld LCD monitor or your home TV that is equipped with and RCA Input jack.
For viewing on your home TV monitor: • Attach the appropriate cable to the TV port on the side of the camera. • Insert the other end into the RCA VIDEO IN jacks on the TV. • Turn on both the camera and the TV monitor. • Make sure to switch to AUX / VIDEO IN mode on your TV.
• Press the [DN] button to set the camera’s TV OUT to PAL. • The word “ tu – P ” will now be blinking. • Press the [OK] to confirm this setting. • The word “ tu -‐ P “ will be blinking and then stops. • Once the blinking stops, power off the camera.
Viewing Video Clips on handheld LCD monitor or home TV monitor • Follow the cable attaching instruction listed in previous section. • You will see a series of thumbnail images on your monitor. • Press the [UP] or [DN] button to choose the video clip you want to watch. • Press the [OK] button to play the video clip.
Viewing files by computer Your Stealth Cam Digital Scouting Camera is a plug and play USB storage device for users of Windows 2000 / ME / XP / Vista / Windows 7 operating systems. This camera is not MAC compatible. Viewing files on your computer via USB connection.
• At this point you have several options: Ø To view your images or play your videos: Click on the Removable Storage device and then drill down to the file you want to see and double click on the file name.
Deleting files in the field • Switch the camera to the ON position. Ø LCD screen will display the camera status screen. • Press the [MENU] button within 30 seconds to enter the programming mode showing either PIR or tLS. • Press the [UP] or [DN] button to enter PIR mode, then press [OK].
MEMORY COMPATIBILITY CHART The following cards have been tested and approved for use with the STC-‐SNX1 model.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS System Requirements and Compatibility • Windows Me/2000/XP/Vista/Windows 7 • Pentium 4, 2GHz or above • 1GB RAM (2GB recommended) • 32 bits color, Resolution 800x600 or above w/ 256MB • 2GB free hard disc space • An available USB 1.1 port (USB 2.0 recommended) • Direct X 9.
Camera Features and Specification • High precision multi-‐layer glass lens with coating. • Built in 1.85” B&W LCD display. • External memory support: SD memory card up to 16GB. • • Resolution Options: 8.0M, 3.0M, 1.3M. Image interpolated from 5M Sensor • Capturing Options: 1 -‐ 9 image burst mode or video recording with audio.
IMAGE CAPACITY CHART STC-SNX1 Memory Card Size Day Res Pixels Data size Resolution 1G 2G 4G 8G 16G Hi 8.0M 5M 3264 x 2448 204 408 816 1,632 3,264 Lo 3.0M 2M 2048 x 1536 512 1,024 2,048 4,096 8,192 Base 1.3M 1M 1280 x 1024 1,024 2,048 4,096 8,192 16,384 AVI VGA 30's VGA 70M 640 x 480 / 30's 14 28 56 112 224 Night Res Pixels Data size Resolution 1G 2G 4G 8G 16G Hi 8.0M 3M 3264 x 2448 340 680 1,360 2,720 5,440 Lo 3.
read "FULL". Images and Videos under each folder will be named from 0001 up to 9999. SD Card Capacity and Compatibility Due to the rapidly changing memory card market please consult www.stealthcam.com for the most up to date information regarding memory cards.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q: What does it mean when I have all 8’s on my LCD screen? A: This usually refers to an incompatible memory card or memory card damaged. Make sure your card has been properly formatted. Q: Is the infrared flash invisible? A: The infrared flash will give off no glow whatsoever.
Q: What are my options if my camera is past it warranty? A: We have an out of warranty program in which you may purchase a refurbished/reconditioned replacement unit for 50% or more off (based on retail price of unit) discount exchange of your old unit.
WARNING: Modification not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void user’s authority to operate. FCC Compliance This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
