VH200B U150 Vigilant Hunter Instruction Manual
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING CAMERA Thank you for Purchasing your UWAY Camera The UWAY Vigilant Hunter is a high quality digital surveillance camera. It has been precisely engineered and tuned to provide you with optimal and consistent performance. This camera will provide high quality digital pictures and sound recording video for applications such as home, cabin, and business surveillance and animal monitoring for hunting and research.
SPECIAL HANDLING PRECAUTIONS CAMERA: The camera has been finely tuned. physical shock. Avoid dropping and The camera is designed for typical weather conditions. It is not waterproof for use underwater. Carefully clean debris from camera lens, PIR, and LED platform. Avoid use of cleaning solvents. The camera contains precise electronic equipment. Do not attempt to open camera case yourself. Condensation may form on lens and electrical components when bringing into warm room from cold.
QUICK START GUIDE The following will get you up and running quickly. We highly recommend you read the complete user manual to maximize the use of your camera. Factory Default Settings: Camera Mode: 5MP Quite Time: 10 sec Temperature: Fahrenheit Photo Burst: 2 Pic PIR Sensitivity: Normal Power Type: Lithium Camera Set-up: 1. Install 12 AA batteries (VH200B) or 8 AA (U150) (Lithium or NiMH) in correct polarity (+/-) 2. Insert SD card into camera with correct orientation (marked side toward camera front) 3.
MOUNTING CAMERA: This camera is designed to use the UWAY Bracket (sold separately) to obtain maximal mounting versatility. Camera can be securely locked with cable lock (through camera, bracket, or both) or security box (with or without bracket). Camera can be mounted with nylon strap (included) or security box (sold separately). It is recommended to mount the camera 3-4 feet high overlooking desired area and 20-30 feet away from target area for maximum sensitivity in most situations.
GETTING STARTED SD MEMORY CARD The camera supports both SD and SDHC memory cards up to 32 GB. The camera does not have any internal memory and will not turn ON without SD card inserted. 1. 2. 3. 4. Open camera Insert SD card with marked side facing front of camera Push gently until card clicks into place Push card again to remove Note 1: Ensure SD card is NOT in locked position. Note 2: Format SD card in camera before using each time.
BATTERIES This camera is designed for Lithium or Nickel Metal-Hydride (NiMH) batteries; alkaline may be used in U150. An AC to DC power cord (sold separately) can be attached to the bottom port of the camera. 1. Insert 12 AA (VH200B) or 8 AA (U150) batteries while ensuring polarity (+ -) is correctly orientated. Note: 6V or 9V (VH200B) DC power can be used with or without batteries inserted. External power bypasses the batteries when 6V or 9V (VH200B) power is connected.
MENU OPERATIONS AND SETTINGS LIVE PREVIEW This option allows the user to view in real time what the camera is capturing. Pictures/videos can be captured using the “OK” button while in this mode. This camera is equipped with a Day Color Mode and Night IR Mode while in Live Preview. It is recommended to minimize the use of Night IR Mode to avoid battery depletion. 1. Highlight “Live Preview” 2. Push OK button or right arrow button to select PHOTO MODE a.
PHOTO / VIDEO PLAYBACK This feature allows the user to view pictures and video stored on the SD card. User can pause, stop, rewind, and fast forward video during playback. 1. 2. 3. 4. Highlight “Photo / Video Playback” Push OK button or right arrow button Scroll through pictures and video using LEFT and RIGHT ARROW buttons a. PLAY VIDEO (video files have a “play symbol” on the bottom left corner of the picture.) i. Push OK button to play video ii. Push OK button to pause video iii.
3. 4. Select VIDEO or PHOTO using UP or DOWN arrow Push OK to SAVE setting PHOTO RESOLUTION (only displayed if PHOTO mode is selected) Photo resolution can be set at 8MP, 5MP, 3MP. 1. 2. 3. 4. Highlight “PHOTO RESOLUTION” Push OK or right arrow button Select desired photo resolution Push OK to SAVE setting PHOTO BURST (only displayed if PHOTO mode is selected) This feature allows the camera to take from 1-3 photos in rapid succession following each trigger. 1. 2. 3. 4.
VIDEO LENGTH (only displayed if VIDEO mode is selected) Video length can be set in 10 sec increments from 10s – 30s (VH200B) or 10 – 60s (U150). 1. 2. 3. 4. Highlight “VIDEO LENGTH” Push OK or right arrow button Select desired video length Push OK to SAVE setting VIDEO SOUND (only displayed if VIDEO mode is selected) Video sound recording can be turned ON or OFF. 1. 2. 3. 4.
PIR SENSITIVITY This feature allows the user to change the PIR motion sensitivity. The user can select High, Normal, and Low. Selecting High will result in the camera being more sensitive to motion. Selecting Low will reduce the sensitivity of the motion sensor. 1. 2. 3. 4.
1. 2. 3. 4. Highlight “TEMPERATURE” Push OK or right arrow button Select Fahrenheit or Celsius Push OK to SAVE setting DATE / TIME STAMP This allows the user to have the date, time, and temperature stamped onto each photo or video. 1. 2. 3. 4. Highlight “Date / Time Stamp” Push OK or right arrow button Select NO or YES Push OK to SAVE setting SET DATE / TIME This feature allows the user to set the display format for date and time, as well as set the current date and time. 1. 2. 3.
4. Set date and time using UP, DOWN, RIGHT, and LEFT arrow and push OK to SAVE Push MENU button to return to menu ACCESS CONTROL This feature allows the user to set a 4-digit password to deter theft and render the camera unusable without the password. 1. 2. Highlight “Access Control” Push OK or right arrow button SET PASSWORD Select desired password using ARROWS and push OK to SAVE DISABLE PASSWORD Select and push OK to disable password POWER TYPE This camera is a precisely tuned instrument.
FORMATTING SD CARD Formatting the SD card removes all files on the memory card and prepares it for use in the camera. It is recommended that the SD card is formatted in the camera prior to each use. 1. 2. 3. 4. Select “Format SD Card” Push OK or right arrow button Select YES to format SD card Push OK to proceed with formatting SD card CAMERA INFORMATION The following information is available: 1. 2.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TRANSFERRING PICTURES AND VIDEO TO A COMPUTER: Pictures and video can be removed in one of two ways: 1. 2. SD memory card can be removed from camera (ALWAYS ensure camera is OFF before removing SD card) and transferred to computer or SD card reader. Connect camera to computer using supplied USB cable. a. Turn camera ON b.
8. Select NO to update and push OK 9. The update file will be removed from SD card 10. Confirm new firmware version by checking ‘Camera Information” (see instructions) TROUBLESHOOTING 1. 2. 3. The camera does not turn ON a. Ensure batteries are inserted properly with correct polarity and fully charged. If possible test each battery with battery tester. Approximately 1.7V for Lithium, 1.5V for Alkaline, and 1.3V for NiMH. b. Ensure SD card is properly inserted and not in locked position c.
b. c. 4. 5. Ensure SD card is not locked SD card is faulty or incompatible; try different SD card and/or brand. Faulty or incompatible SD cards may cause system conflict, system crash, and battery drain. Always format SD card in camera and try different SD cards if problem persists. d. Batteries do not have enough power to activate picture/video sequence Batteries run down quickly a.
6. 7. 8. automatically reduce the number of pictures in burst mode. b. Ensure batteries are fully charged c. Cold temperatures may decrease battery output resulting in reduction in picture count. Lithium batteries will help in colder weather. Video time is cut shorter than what I programmed a. Camera has sophisticated power meter; when weak or low current is detected, camera will automatically reduce the length of video. b. Ensure batteries are fully charged c.
different cameras to avoid possible file system conflicts. 9. Color or brightness is different between pictures at same time of day and during burst mode a. Camera has sophisticated light metering calculations to optimize pictures in all settings; light intensity may change between pictures causing differences in color and contrast. b.
c. Ensure SD card is NOT locked and compatible with camera; take test pictures in ‘Live Preview’ mode. d. Ensure ‘Quiet Time’ is set correctly e. Ensure camera is mounted correctly. Note: hot weather, humidity, and rain will reduce PIR sensing distance; move camera closer if required. f. Typically mounting the camera at a height of 3 feet will maximize detection distance, this will depend slightly on the size of game you are trying to observe. g.
while balancing other interactions such as battery life, trigger speed, and IR lighting distance. 14. Night images are dark a. Ensure batteries are fully charged. Use Lithium or high quality NiMH rechargeable batteries. b. Cold temperature will reduce battery output to IR lights. c. Remove brush, grass, and other debris that may prevent IR light from reaching its potential. 15. Too many empty pictures/video or false triggers a.
SPECIFICATIONS UWAY Vigilant Hunter Camera : VH200B Lens: FOV = 52 Photo resolution: 8MP, 5MP, 3MP (programmable) Photo burst: 1-3 photos per trigger (programmable) Video resolution: 640 x 480 VGA Video length: 10-30 sec Very compact (4 x 5.9 x 2.
SPECIFICATIONS UWAY Vigilant Hunter Camera : U150 Lens: FOV = 52 Photo resolution: 8MP, 5MP, 3MP (programmable) Photo burst: 1-3 photos per trigger (programmable) Video resolution: 640 x 480 VGA Video length: 10-60 sec Very compact (3.4 x 5.2 x 2.
WARRANTY INFORMATION Limited Manufacturer Warranty This UWAY camera is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for 1 year from the original date of purchase when purchased through an authorized dealer. UWAY Outdoors will, at its option, repair or replace your camera with the same or comparable model, free of charge (shipping charges may apply) for a period of (1) one year from the original date of purchase in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship occurring with normal use.
Should your product prove defective during this warranty period, please contact us to obtain a RMA number prior to returning the defective unit. *RMA number is required for all returns. Include $11.95 for return shipping & insurance. (For U.S. customers only. CHECK OR MONEY ORDER ONLY PLEASE, NON-REFUNDABLE). If the product is beyond the warranty period, the price for repairing or replacing may vary. Please allow 6-8 weeks for delivery. International customers pay different amount of shipping & insurance.
problems may be solved easily with help from our dealers or customer service. CAMERA REPAIR Repairs for damages not covered by the warranty will be subject to a charge. Please contact UWAY Outdoors to discuss repair options not covered under warranty.
CUSTOMER SERVICE CONTACT: U.S.A & International Email: sales@hcodealer.com Website: www.uwayoutdoors.com Phone: 1-770-582-0004 UWAY Outdoor Products 3120 Medlock Bridge Rd. Suite H400 Norcross, GA 30071 Canada Only Email: sales@uwaycanada.ca Website: www.uwaycanada.ca Phone: 1-306-241-5513 UWAY Outdoors Canada 210A 12A St. N.
