INSTRUCTION MANUAL Model #: STC-‐U840IR Toll Free 1-‐877-‐269-‐8490 WWW.STEALTHCAM.NET Version 4.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Camera overview 4 Camera Kit contents 7 General Information 8 Quick Start Guide 9 Battery and Memory Installation 10 Setup and Programming 13 Using the Camera 22 Viewing & Deleting Files 26 Memory Compatib
CAMERA OVERVIEW Front WWW.STEALTHCAM.
Inside Side view with major parts indicated WWW.STEALTHCAM.
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CAMERA KIT CONTENT • Model STC-‐U840IR Digital Scouting Camera • User manual • USB cable • 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.
• 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. If no buttons are pressed after 30 seconds the LCD screen will power down to conserve battery life and enter 1 minute count down to enter PIR detection mode.
Ø • 1 Star (1.3Mp): Select this option to capture a 1.3M pixels image. (Base image quality) (Default) Resolution for Video: Color Daytime / Black & White Nighttime Ø VGA: 640x480 *ONLY resolution* • Time out: To set the amount of time in minutes the camera will sleep between PIR triggering. • Moon phase: Displays the moon phases.
Programming the Stealth Cam Switch the camera to the ON position. LCD screen will display the camera status screen. Press the MENU button within 30 seconds to enter programming mode. If MENU button is not pressed within 30 seconds, camera will automatically enter PIR detection mode.
Setting the Capturing Sequence: 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: Your Stealth Cam can be programmed to record 10-‐180 seconds of video 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.
Set the Digital Zoom: 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. • Press [UP] button THREE times to enter Zoom setting mode.
Setting the Time Out Mode: Your Stealth Cam can be programmed to set the amount of time in minutes the camera will sleep between PIR triggers. • 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 and Date: 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 [DOWN] button TWO times to enter Time and Date mode.
• The DAY digits will be blinking. • Press [UP] or [DN] to increase or decrease the year value. (01 -‐ 31). Press [OK] to save your selection and enter Month setting. • • The MONTH digits will be blinking. • Press [UP] or [DN] to increase or decrease the month value. (01 – 12).
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 Viewing Images & Videos 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. • Press the [DN] button ONCE to enter the delete mode. • You’ll see the word -‐ dEL -‐ blinking.
MEMORY COMPATIBILITY CHART The following cards have been tested and approved for use with the STC-‐U840IR 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. • Capturing Options: 1 -‐ 9 image burst mode or video recording with audio.
IMAGE CAPACITY CHART SD card High Color High B&W Low Color Low B&W Base Color Base B&W AVI Color AVI B&W Based on File size of 5MB 3MB 2.0MB 1MB 1MB 0.5MB 70MB (30sec.) 30MB (30sec.
SD Card Capacity and Compatibility Due to the rapidly changing memory card market please consult www.stealthcam.net for the most up to date information regarding memory cards. MOON PHASE SYMBOL CHART WWW.STEALTHCAM.
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: 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.