Enjoy Birds More Ltl-5210MC, Ltl-5210MM User Manual

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Remote Digital Cameras

5210M Series

USER GUIDE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

General Information ....................................................................................................................... 2

1.1 Features ............................................................................................................................... 2

1.2 Application .......................................................................................................................... 2

1.3 Illustration ........................................................................................................................... 3

Quick Start....................................................................................................................................... 6

2.1 Insert SIM Card

2.2 Load Batteries ..................................................................................................................... 6

2.3 Insert SD Card..................................................................................................................... 6

2.4 Enter Test Mode .................................................................................................................. 6

2.5 Enter Live Mode ................................................................................................................. 7

2.6 Advantages of Prep Sensors

Advanced Settings ........................................................................................................................... 9

3.1 Parameter Settings............................................................................................................... 9

3.2 File Format ........................................................................................................................ 11

3.3 Set up Camera on PC

3.4 Set up MMS Function on PC

3.5 Camera Working with MMS

3.6 View Local MNOP Name and Signal Strength on TFT display

Ltl-5210M Series Products

4.1 Parts

4.2 Models for Purchase

Important Information

5.1 Prevent From Short-Circuits

5.2 Power Supply and Battery Box

5.3 SD Card

5.4 Auto Adjustment on Video Length

5.5 850nm and 940nm IR LED

5.6 Mount on Tripod

5.7 FAQs on MMS Function

Camera application upgraded

Warranty In formation .................................................................................................................. 12

Appendix I Technical Specifications............................................................................................ 13

Appendix II Package Contents .................................................................................................... 15

Appendix III Instruction on Installing Additional Battery Box................................................ 16

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General Information

GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 Introduction

The M Series (Model Ltl-5210MC and Ltl-5210MM) is the second generation of our
Ltl-5210 scouting camera. Bundled with the MMS-module (Multimedia Messaging Service)
battery box (Part # LTL-MM), the regular scouting camera (Part # Ltl-5210M) can be upgraded
to work as a remote cellular camera. With its highly sensitive Passive Infra-Red (PIR) sensor, the
camera detects the sudden change of ambient temperature caused by moving game in a region of
interest (ROI), triggers to take pictures/videos, and sends the images via GSM network to the
user’s cell phone or email account.

Features:

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Programmable 5 or 12-Megapixel high-quality resolution.

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Infrared night vision LEDs for flash range as far as 65 feet

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In “Cam + Video” mode, camera takes both pictures and video at every trigger event

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Ultra low standby power consumption. Extremely long in-field life (in standby mode, up

to 3 months with 4 x AA batteries and 6 months with 8 x AA batteries)

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Unique side Prep Sensor design provides wider sensing angle and enhances camera’s

response speed

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Perform in the most extreme temperatures from -22°F to 158°F

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Compact size (5 ½ x 3 ½ x 2 ½ inches). Well designed to deploy covertly

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Impressively quick trigger time (1 second)

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In Time Lapse setting, the camera automatically and constantly takes pictures/videos at

specified interval. This is very useful when observing plants flowering, birds building
nest, or when monitoring unattended properties such as parking lots

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With Timer setting on, the camera can be programmed to only work in specified period

every day. This feature can work together with Time Lapse feature

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Backpack-looking tree grabber makes mounting and aiming a snap

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Serial Number setting enables you to code locations in the photos. This helps

multi-camera users identify the location when reviewing the photos

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Built-in 2 ¼” TFT color display to review images and videos

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Date, time, temperature and moon phase can be stamped in the pictures

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Lockable and password protected

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Two MMS image sizes to choose: 640 x 480 or 320 x 240

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Users can configure the Camera and MMS function either by running the enclosed CD

on the computer, or directly on the built-in TFT display.

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Separation of the Camera and the MMS module provides users flexibility: starting with

the value model as a regular scouting camera, and upgrading to the premium model with
MMS function.

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Our Advanced Remote Cellular Technology transmits images to your cell phone and

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General Information

email account constantly at lower battery consumption and shorter transmission time,
compared to products of its kind on the market.

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Automatic text alert when battery power level goes low

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Check cellular signal information on the built-in TFT display in the field

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All MMS pictures saved as well as the original pictures

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Internal antenna emits strong signal

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Operates globally via GSM/GPRS network. Supports four bands: 850 / 900 1800 /

1900MHz.

1.2 Application

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Trail camera for hunting

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Animal or event observation

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Motion-triggered security camera, for home, office and community

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All other indoor/outdoor surveillance where invasion evidence needed

1.3 Illustration

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Figure 1.1 shows the front view of the camera (Part # Ltl-5210M)

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Figure 1.2 shows the bottom view of the camera (Part # Ltl-5210M)

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Figure 1.3 shows the back view of the camera (Part # Ltl-5210M) and front view of

the additional battery box (Part # LTL-BM1 or LTL-MM1)

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Figure 1.1: Front View of Ltl-5210M

Figure 1.2: Bottom View of Ltl-5210M

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The camera provides the following connections for external devices: USB 2.0 port, SD card slot,
TV out jack, and external DC power in jack. The 3-way Power/Mode Switch is used to select the
main operation modes: OFF, ON and TEST.

To supply power, use four NEW high-performance alkaline or lithium AA batteries. FOR
BETTER PERFORMANCE, WE RECOMMEND USING ENERGIZER LITHIUM AA
BATTERIES. To achieve longer in-field life, always install the additional battery box which
contains four more AA batteries. (Please reference Appendix III: Instruction on Installing
Additional Battery Box)

Figure 1.3: Back View of Ltl-5210M and Front View of Battery Box

CAUTION: If you are not using the camera for an extended period of time, it is highly
recommended that you remove the batteries from the camera to avoid possible acid leak
that may damage the camera which would void the warranty.

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Quick Start

QUICK START

2.1 Insert SIM Card (Only for Model Ltl-5210MM)

You need to purchase the SIM card from
your local Mobile Phone Network Operators,
making sure they provide Multimedia
Messaging Service (MMS). Ask them for
the relevant information to configure the
MMS settings on your camera. (Please
reference Figure 2-1)

Open the battery compartment cover, slide
the SIM card in the slot and lock it.

2.2 Load Batteries

Figure 2-1 MMS-module Battery Box

To install batteries on the cam era (Part # Ltl-5210M), please follow the instructions below.

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Open the bottom cover by pulling down the lock hole.

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Push the cover of the battery compartment and release. It will pop out.

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Install 4 AA batteries. Make sure the polarity matches the sign on the cover.

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Replace the cover.

To install the additional battery box (Part # LTL-BM1 or LTL-MM1), please reference Appendix
III: Instructions on Installing Additional Battery Box)

Alternatively the camera can run on an external 6V~12V DC power source (optional). When
both external power and batteries are connected, the camera will be powered by the external one
preferentially. Bundled with our external solar power supply (purchased separately), the camera
can work in the field over one year without changing batt eries.

When battery level gets low, the Motion Indicator in the LED array will flash blue. On Model
Ltl-5210MM, a text alert will be sent automatically to the user’s cell phone or email account.

2.3 Insert SD Card

The camera does not come with internal memory. So it will not work without a SD (Secure
Digital) memory card or SDHC (High Capacity) card. Before inserting the SD card into the card
slot, please make sure the write-protect switch on the side of the SD card is “off” (NOT in the

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Quick Start

“Lock” position). The supported memory capacity is up to 16GB. If you use a card capable of
above 16GB, make sure you test it before putting the camera in use.

Figure 2-2

CAUTION: ALWAYS SWITCH THE CAMERA TO OFF MODE BEFORE YOU INSTALL
OR REMOVE THE BATTERIES OR THE SD CARD.

2.4 Enter Test Mode

Switch to the TEST position to enter the Test mode. In this mode you can take pictures or video
clips like a regular digital camera, or enter the Menu to set up parameters. On the keypad there
are four “shortcut” functional keys (see Figure 2-3) working as below:

Figure 2-3

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Press the key to set the camera to shoot video clips.

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Press the key to set the camera to take still pictures.

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Press the SHOT key to manually trigger the shutter. A photo or video (depending

on the camera setting) will be taken and saved to the SD card. If the display shows
“CARD PROTECTED” when you press the SHOT key, switch the power OFF, remove
the SD card and slide its write-protect switch to off.

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Press the REPLAY key to review/playback photos/videos on the LCD screen, or a

connected TV monitor. Use and key to navigate.

There is another key, MENU, on the keypad that allows you to program the camera to work the
way you want. Please make reference to 3.1 Parameter Settings in the Advanced Operation
section.

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Quick Start

Under the test mode, one useful function you would like is testing the work area of the PIR
(Passive Infrared) sensor, specifically the sensing angle and distance. To perform the test:

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First strap the camera on a tree aiming the region of interest (ROI).

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Walk slowly from one side of the ROI to the other parallel to the camera. Try different

distances and angles from the camera.

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If the Motion Indicator flashes blue, it indicates the position from where you are

detected by one of the side Prep PIR sensors. If the Motion Indicator flashes red, it
indicates the position from where you are captured by the main PIR sensor.

By doing this test, you can find the best placement when mounting and aiming the
camera. In general, you are recommended to place the camera 3 to 6 feet (1 to 2 meters) above
the ground.

To avoid potential false triggers due to temperature and motion disturbances, please do not aim
the camera at a heat source (i.e. the sun) or nearby tree branches and limbs. The ideal direction to
aim at is North or South. Also, remove any limbs close to the front of the camera.

2.5 Enter Live Mode

Switch to the ON position to enter the live mode. The Motion Indicator will flash red for about
10 seconds and the camera starts working by itself without any manual handling. It will at once
shoot pictures or record videos when game or other objects enter the PIR area of the main sensor
directly. If the game enters the PIR area of the prep sensors from the side, the prep sensors detect
the movement and activate the camera. While the game keeps moving into the PIR area of the
main sensor, the camera takes photos/videos immediately. If the game roams away after entering
the PIR area of the prep sensors, the camera will power off and enter standby mode.

2.6 Advantages of Prep Sensors

In general, to save battery power, an Infer-Red camera is in “sleep” mode, with only the PIR
sensor working. When game is detected by the PIR sensor, the camera is powered on and starts
shooting pictures. The time period from being activated to starting firing is called trigger time.
The trigger time varies among different scouting camera brands in the market, generally from 1
to 5 plus seconds. Our scouting camera has an impressive 1 second trigger time.
However, when game passes across very quickly, the picture may only capture the rear part of
the body, and possibly nothing at all.

With the unique side prep PIR sensors design, our camera solves this issue. The combination
of the two side prep sensors and the main sensor comes up with a 100 to 120° angle of induction,
a very wide scope far outweighing the 50 ° angle of the camera lens. When game first crosses the
PIR area of the prep sensor, the camera is activated and ready to shoot after 1 second. If the
game continually enters into the PIR area of the main sensor, the camera takes pictures
immediately, therefore catching the whole body of the game. This split-second process could be
as short as 0.2 second.