Kompernass WK 8 A1 Operating Instructions Manual

GAME/SURVEILLANCE CAMERA WK 8 A1

GAME/SURVEILLANCE CAMERA

Operating instructions

IAN 288238

WILD-/ÜBERWACHUNGS­KAMERA

Bedienungsanleitung

Before reading, unfold both pages containing illustrations and familiarise
yourself with all functions of the device.

Klappen Sie vor dem Lesen die beiden Seiten mit den Abbildungen aus und
machen Sie sich anschließend mit allen Funktionen des Gerätes vertraut.

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Contents

Introduction .................................. 3

Information concerning these operating instructions ...........3

Copyright ............................................3

Intended use ..........................................3

Notes on trademarks ...................................4

Warning notices .......................................4

Safety ....................................... 5

Basic safety guidelines ..................................5

Risk of injury if batteries are improperly handled ..............7

Mishandling memory cards can lead to a risk of injury .........7

Possible infringements of the rights of third parties .............8

Descriptions of components ....................10

Initial operation .............................. 12

Package contents and transport inspection .................12

Disposal of packaging materials .........................13

Set-up location requirements ............................13

Opening and closing the camera .........................14

Inserting the batteries/connecting power supply .............14

Video connection .....................................15

Inserting storage media ................................15

Using an adapter card .................................17

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Handling and operation .......................18

Switching on and off, changing settings ....................18

Attaching with the securing strap .........................28

Using the wall bracket .................................29

Aligning the camera ...................................30

Activating live mode ...................................31

Night exposures ......................................31

Displaying recordings on the screen ......................32

Showing recordings on an external monitor .................35

Transferring recordings to a computer .....................35

Cleaning ....................................36

Troubleshooting .............................37

Fault causes and rectification ............................37

Storage when not in use ....................... 39

Disposal .................................... 39

Disposal of the device .................................39

Disposal of (rechargeable) batteries ......................39

Appendix ...................................40

Notes on the EU Declaration of Conformity .................40

Technical data .......................................40

Kompernass Handels GmbH warranty ....................42

Service .............................................44

Importer ............................................44

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Introduction

Information concerning these operating instructions

Congratulations on the purchase of your new device.
You have selected a high-quality product. The operating instructions
are part of this product. They contain important information on safety,
usage and disposal. Before using the product, familiarise yourself
with all handling and safety guidelines. Use the product only as
described and for the range of applications specified. Keep these
operating instructions as a reference and store them near the product.
Please pass on all documentation incl. these operating instructions to
any future owner(s) if you sell this product or give it away.

Copyright

This documentation is copyright protected.
Any copying or reproduction, including in the form of extracts, or any
reproduction of images (even in a modified state), is permitted only
with the written authorisation of the manufacturer.

Intended use

This device is an information technology device intended only for
recording digital photos and videos, and particularly for observing
wildlife. It is not intended for any other or more extensive use. This
device is not intended for use in commercial or industrial environments.
The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for damage caused by
failure to observe these instructions, improper use or repairs, unau­thorised modifications or the use of unapproved replacement parts.
The risk shall be borne solely by the user.

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Notes on trademarks

- USB is a registered trademark of USB Implementers Forum, Inc.

- The SilverCrest trademark and the retail name are the property of
their respective owner.

All other names and products may be trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective owners.

Warning notices

The following warning notice types are used in these operating
instructions:

DANGER

A warning notice at this hazard level indicates an
imminently hazardous situation.

Failure to avoid this hazardous situation could result in severe
injuries or even death.

► Follow the instructions in this warning notice to avoid the risk

of serious injury or death.

WARNING

A warning notice at this hazard level indicates a
potentially hazardous situation.

Failure to avoid this hazardous situation could result in injury.

► Follow the instructions in this warning notice to prevent injury.

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CAUTION

A warning notice at this hazard level indicates a
potential for property damage.

Failure to avoid this situation could result in property damage.

► Follow the instructions in this warning notice to prevent prop-

erty damage.

NOTICE

► A notice provides additional information that will assist you in

using the device.

Safety

In this section, you will find important safety instructions for using the
device.
The device complies with statutory safety regulations. Improper use
may result in personal injury and property damage.

Basic safety guidelines

To ensure safe operation of the device, follow the safety guidelines
set out below:

■ Check the device for visible external damage before use. Do not

operate a device that has been damaged or dropped.

■ If the cables or connections are damaged, have them replaced

by an authorised specialist or the Customer Service department.

■ Children and people who, due to their physical, intellectual or

motor abilities, are incapable of operating the appliance safely
may only use the appliance under the supervision or direction of
a responsible person.

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■ Allow children to use the device only with supervision. Children

are not always able to correctly recognise potential dangers.
Children must not use the device as a plaything.

DANGER! Packaging material may not be used as a toy.

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Risk of suffocation!

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DANGER! Some of the small parts supplied with this device
could be swallowed accidentally. If a part is swallowed, seek
medical advice immediately.

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WARNING! The device emits infrared radiation.
Never look directly into the infrared LEDs.

■ Do not attach the device to free-standing or extremely tall trees,

since these are particularly susceptible to lightning strikes. If
the tree that the camera is attached to is struck by lightning, the
device may be destroyed.

■ All repairs must be carried out by authorised specialist companies

or by the Customer Service department. Failure to make proper
repairs may put the user at risk. It will also invalidate any war­ranty claims. This device may not be used by children.

■ Repairs to the device during the warranty period may only be

carried out by a customer service department authorised by the
manufacturer. Otherwise no warranty claims can be considered
for subsequent damage.

■ Defective components must always be replaced with original

replacement parts. Compliance with the safety requirements can
only be guaranteed by using these replacement parts.

■ Do not place any objects on the device.

DANGER! Never operate the device in the vicinity of open

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flames (e.g. candles), and do not place burning candles on or
next to the device. This will help to prevent fires.

■ If you notice any unusual noises, smoke or similar unusual situa-

tions, remove the batteries and disconnect any attached mains
adapter from the power supply and contact Customer Service
(see Chapter "Service").

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Risk of injury if batteries are improperly
handled

■ Keep batteries out of the reach of children. Children might put

batteries into their mouth and swallow them. If a battery has been
swallowed, seek medical assistance IMMEDIATELY.

■ Do not throw batteries into a fire. Never subject batteries to high

temperatures.

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WARNING! Risk of explosion! Do not charge batteries unless

they are explicitly labelled as "rechargeable".

■ Do not open the batteries or short-circuit them.

■ Do not mix different types of batteries. Due to increased risk

of leakage, empty batteries should be removed. The batteries
should also be removed from the device if it is not being used for
long periods.

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WARNING! Battery acid leaking from a battery can cause
skin irritation. In the event of contact with the skin, rinse with
plenty of water. If the liquid comes into contact with your eyes,
rinse thoroughly with plenty of water, do not rub and consult a
doctor immediately.

■ The chapter titled "Inserting the batteries/connecting power

supply" describes how to correctly insert and remove batteries.

Mishandling memory cards can lead to a

risk of injury

■ Children must be supervised to ensure they do not play with the

memory card. Seek medical help immediately if the memory card
is accidentally swallowed.

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Possible infringements of the rights of third parties

Please note the following when using the game camera:

Copyright protection

Every person owns the rights to their own image. According to copy­right law, pictures of people may only be published without their
permission if the affected person appears merely as an incidental
feature in a landscape or other location. The question as to whether
a person is merely an incidental feature must be ascertained on a
case by case basis. To avoid any legal uncertainty, a warning notice
about the game camera should be provided in all cases in which
recordings that could feature images of potentially identifiable per­sons are possible (see Chapter "Duty of notification").

Protection of privacy

The privacy of others may not be infringed by any recorded images.
Do not set up the camera so it points to the garden or an entrance
of a neighbouring residence, even if these locations are easily visible
from your own residence or to the general public. This does not a
constitute a right to publish these views.

Personal identifiability

Personal identifiability exists when it can be established that a certain
person was at a certain location at a certain time. This identification
can be made by means of an identifier related to a specific person,
e.g. a car number plate. Personal identifiability must avoided under
all circumstances.

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Surveillance cameras at the workplace

Surveillance at the workplace is subject to particularly strict legisla­tion in Germany. Employers should not use surveillance cameras
in the workplace in any cases where this could lead to a possible
infringement of legal rights.

Road traffic surveillance cameras

In case of surveillance cameras directed at road traffic, it is advis­able that the location of the camera and the framing of the image be
selected so that the road users cannot be identified by means of the
registration plates. Inscriptions/logos on vehicles may also serve as
a means of identifying a road user.

Duty of notification

If it is not possible to preclude the identification of persons, a notifica­tion informing of the presence of the surveillance camera must be
placed at clearly visible locations on all access routes to the area
within the filming range of the camera. Pedestrians must also be
informed that by entering the filming range of the camera they give
their consent to be filmed/photographed and if they do not consent
then they should not access the affected area. The voluntary nature
of this consent must be considered. If the camera is located such
that an affected person must pass by in order to reach a destina­tion (e.g. at the entrance to a place of interest) then the absence of
voluntariness precludes the granting of an effective consent.
The respective legal requirements of the country in which the camera
is being used should always be observed to avoid possible infringe­ments of the rights of third parties.

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Descriptions of components

(For illustrations see fold-out pages)

Figure A:

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Infrared LEDs

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LED display (red, green, blue)

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Camera lens

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Locking eyelet

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Front motion sensor

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Side motion sensors

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Microphone opening

Figure B:

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Tree bracket

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Tripod thread

Figure C:

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Screen

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Battery compartment

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Locking clamps
Mode selector switch (OFF - TEST - ON)

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Speakers

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Control panel buttons

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Figure D:

DC connection socket (for mains adapter; not supplied)

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Figure E:

Memory card slot (microSD)

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Mini USB socket

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AV socket (output)

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Tripod thread

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Figure F:

Tripod screw

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Washer

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Locking washer

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Joint wing screws

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Drill holes

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Wall plug

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Screws

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Figure G:

TV cable (mini jack to cinch; audio/video)

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Mini USB to USB 2.0 connection cable

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Securing strap

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Strap catch

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Storage box

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Adapter card (microSD to SD)

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microSDHC memory card (8 GB) (symbol)

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8x1.5V type AA/Mignon/LR6 batteries (symbol)

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Operating instructions (symbol)

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Initial operation

Package contents and transport inspection

♦ Remove all parts of the device and the operating instructions from

the box.

♦ Remove all packaging materials and the protective film from the

device.

Please check the contents of the package (see fold-out pages).
The following components are included in delivery:

▯ Game/surveillance camera WK 8 A1
▯ Wall bracket
▯ 3 x anchors
▯ 3 x screws
▯ TV cable (miniature stereo phone plug to cinch; audio/video)
▯ Mini USB to USB 2.0 connection cable
▯ Securing strap (2.5cm wide, approx. 190cm long)
▯ Storage box
▯ Adapter card (microSD to SD)
▯ microSDHC memory (8 GB)
▯ 8x1.5V type AA/Mignon/LR6 batteries
▯ Operating instructions

NOTICE

► Check the package for completeness and for signs of visible

damage.

► If the delivery is incomplete or damaged due to defective

packaging or carriage, contact the Service hotline (see the
section Service).

► You will need the following additional parts for assembling

the wall bracket: pencil, drill, 6 mm masonry drill bit, Phillips
screwdriver

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Disposal of packaging materials

The packaging protects the device from damage during carriage.
The packaging materials have been selected for their environmental
friendliness and ease of disposal, and are therefore recyclable.

Returning the packaging to the material cycle conserves

raw materials and reduces the amount of waste that is
generated. Dispose of packaging materials that are no
longer needed in accordance with applicable local
regulations.

NOTICE

► If possible, keep the original packaging of the device during

the warranty period so that the device can be packed properly
for return shipment in the event of a warranty claim.

Set-up location requirements

This device complies with protection class IP54. This means that the
camera is protected from dust and water spray, and can be used
regardless of the weather conditions. However, proper protection
from dust and water spray is only provided if the camera is correctly
closed and all seals are intact and clean.

Please be aware that protection from dust and water spray will be
limited when used with an external mains adapter.

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Opening and closing the camera

The control buttons, connections and the battery compartment are
inside the camera.

♦ Undo both of the side locking clamps
♦ To close the camera, hook the metal bars of the locking clamps

into the brackets and then press the plastic latch downwards.

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There is a locking eyelet
which you can securely close the camera with the help of a padlock.

between the two locking clamps with

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to open the camera.

Inserting the batteries/connecting power supply

♦ To insert batteries 35 in the device, open the camera.
♦ Now, press the latch on the underside of the battery compartment

cover down a little way and lift the battery compartment cover off.

♦ Insert 4 or 8 x 1.5V AA/Mignon/LR6 batteries into the battery

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compartment

NOTICE

► When using 4 batteries, these can either all be inserted in the

upper part or all in the lower part of the battery compartment.
Other combinations are not possible.

♦ Close and secure the battery compartment. Ensure that the bat-

tery compartment cover clicks firmly in place.

♦ If you are operating the device on a mains adaptor (not supplied),

open the rubber seal on the left side of the camera and insert the
plug of the AC adapter cable into the DC socket 16. The mains
adapter must supply a direct-current voltage of 6V with at least

1.5 A. Use a barrel jack whose interior polarity is connected to
the plus pole ( ).

. Ensure that the polarity is correct.

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Operation via a mains adapter is possible even with batteries
inserted. If one power source fails, operation will be maintained
using the other.

CAUTION

► When using an AC adapter, the splash water protection of the

device is no longer given.

Video connection

NOTICE

► The camera can transfer the video signal to an external monitor

or the video/audio input of a television set. Please also follow
the instructions of the respective playback device.

♦ Connect the supplied TV cable

and an AV socket on a suitable external monitor.

to the camera’s AV socket 19

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Inserting storage media

NOTICE

► Since the camera has no built-in memory, it can only work if an

microSDHC memory card

► The device supports microSDHC memory cards with a capacity

of up to 32GB.

► Use a microSDHC card with a speed rating of 10.

Using memory cards with a speed rating of less than 10 can
lead to picture errors during recording.

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CAUTION

► To avoid malfunctions, keep the memory card away from

moisture and avoid strong vibration, dust, heat sources and
direct sunlight.

► Insert the memory card as indicated by the icon on the slot.

Never force the memory card into the slot. Never bend or twist
the memory card.

► After transport, wait until the memory card has reached ambi-

ent temperature before using it for the first time. Major fluctua­tions in temperature or humidity can lead to condensation
which could cause an electrical short-circuit. Keep the memory
card in the storage box

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♦ To insert a microSDHC memory card into the memory card slot

of the device, push it into the slot until it clicks into place. The
electrical contact of the memory card must be facing towards the
front of the camera.

♦ To remove a microSDHC memory card

from the memory card

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slot 17 of the device, press the protruding edge of the memory
card in a little way until it pops out. Then remove the memory card.

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Using an adapter card

The microSDHC memory card 34 is delivered with a useful adapter
card (microSD to SD) 33, so that you can use the microSDHC memo­ry card in any device with an SD card slot and access the data.

♦ Insert the microSD memory card into the adapter card as shown

in the figure.

NOTICE

► The adapter card has a write-protect lock. To protect the

microSDHC memory card from write access, slide the switch
on the side of the card to the "LOCK" position (see figure).

► The write-protect switch protects the microSDHC memory

card only as long as it is in the adapter. As soon as you
remove the microSDHC memory card, the write protection
will no longer be available.

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Handling and operation

In this chapter you will receive important information about proper
handling and operation of the device.

Switching on and off, changing settings

After connecting a power supply, move the mode selector switch 13
to the "TEST" position to adjust the settings described on the follow­ing pages using the control panel buttons 15:

♦ Press the button to switch from video to photo mode. The symbol

shown in the upper right corner of the display shows you the
current mode.

♦ Press the
♦ Press the SHOT button to take a photo/record a video manually.

Pressing the SHOT button again ends the recording.

♦ Press the MENU button to open the settings menu.

button to switch from photo to video mode.

Settings

Mode

Photo resolution
Photo series
Video resolution
Time lapse video res

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♦ Press the

you can then activate with the OK button. If you change settings,
you must always confirm your changes with the OK button.
If you do not confirm the settings with the OK button, they will
not be saved. Use the MENU button to navigate one menu level
backwards.

Mode

To select whether photos or videos will be recorded when motion is
detected. In "Photo & Video" mode, the camera first takes a photo
and then starts filming video.

Photo resolution

Select a photo size: 3MP, 5MP, 8MP (preset), 12MP or 16MP.
The greater the set resolution, the more details can be seen on
captures. However, the memory card will fill up quicker if you use
higher-resolution images.

Photo series

Select the number of photos that are to be taken in succession when
the camera is activated in photo mode. In addition to the single-shot
mode (1 photo), you can take "2 photos in series", "3 photos in series"
or "7 photos in series".

Video resolution

Select the video resolution: 1920×1080P, 1280×720P,
720×480P, 640×480P or 320×240P.
The higher the resolution, the more details can be seen on captures.
At higher resolutions, the capacity of the memory card is exhausted
faster.

buttons to select the desired menu entry which

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Time lapse video resolution

Select the time lapse video resolution: 2592 × 1944P or 2048 ×
1536P. The higher the resolution, the more detailed the recordings.
At higher resolutions, the capacity of the memory card is exhausted
faster. This setting only applies to time lapse recordings.

Video length

buttons to select the length of the video recording

Use the
(between 3–59 seconds or 1–10 minutes) that will be made when
video recording is activated. The longer the recording time selected,
the shorter the operating time. The preset video length is 5 seconds.

Audio recording

If you want the camera to record sound when recording videos,
select "On" here.

Shot lag

Use the
camera should wait before reacting to subsequent activation of the
main sensor after the initial recording. During the selected interval,
the camera will not record any images or videos. This prevents the
memory card from being filled up with too many recordings of the
same event. You can select between 5–59 seconds or 1–60 minutes.

Side motion sensors

The two side motion sensors
If the side motion sensors are being affected by branches blowing
in the wind, for example, select "Off", confirm with the OK button to
deactivate the side motion sensors. Otherwise the moving branches
will trigger recordings. The default setting is "On".

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Sensitivity motion sensors

Set the sensitivity of the front motion sensor 5 here.

For inside spaces
and environments with little interference, such as branches blowing
in the wind, select "High". Select "Medium" for outdoor spaces and
environments with a normal amount of interference, and select "Low"
for environments with a high level of interference. Temperature can
also affect the sensitivity. The "High" setting is suitable for warm
ambient temperatures, whereas "Low" should be selected for cold
environments.

NOTICE

► The sensitivity of the front motion sensor 5 is factory-set to

medium. This setting is suitable for most applications.

► Note that the setting of "high" increases the likelihood of the

camera being triggered unintentionally. The setting "Low" can
lead to small animals not being detected at all.

Target recording time

Select "On" if the camera should only be active during a certain time
period. The recording time set in this menu is also valid for time lapse
recordings. In the screen menu that subsequently appears, you can
then set the start and end time for the active phase:

Set

target recording time

Hr:Min Hr:Min

Stop:Start:

♦ Press the

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♦ Then switch to the next field using the

buttons to set the minutes for the start of the active phase.

♦ Then switch to the next field using the

buttons to set the hour for the end of the active phase.

♦ Then switch to the next field using the

buttons to set the minutes for the end of the active phase.

The settings made here apply every day. The camera will not record
any images outside of the active phase.

♦ Confirm your selection with the OK button. Afterwards, press the

MENU button to close this sub-menu.

Time lapse

With this function the camera automatically takes pictures at an
adjustable interval. This is useful if you want to observe the blooming
of plants or the like, for example.

Use the setting „Normal“ to make individual videos. The setting in the
menu „Video length“ determines the length of the recorded video.
The shot lag set here in the menu is the time gap between the individual
videos. The maximum number of videos recorded will correspond to
the setting in the menu „Target recording time“. If the „Target record­ing time“ is set to „Off“, then individual videos will be recorded until
the memory card is full or until the recording is stopped manually.

Use the setting „Time lapse video“ to put time lapse photos together
to create a video. One second of video consists of five photos.

button. Press the

button. Press the

button. Press the

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Note when setting up the camera that you need at least five photos to
create a video. The recording time set in the menu „Target recording
time” also applies to the time lapse recording.

After you confirm „Normal“ or „Time lapse video“ with the OK button,
you can set the desired shot lag in the on-screen menu that now
appears:

Set time lapse

Hr

Notification: Motion

sensors deactivated

♦ Press the

buttons to set the hour of the desired shot lag.

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♦ Now switch to the next field, "Min", using the

buttons to set the minutes of the desired shot lag.

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♦ Now switch to the next field, "Sec", using the

buttons to set the seconds of the desired shot lag.

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Sec

button. Press the

button. Press the

♦ Confirm your selection with the OK button. Afterwards, press the

MENU button to close this sub-menu.

NOTICE

► When time lapse is activated, the motion sensors are deactivated.

Language

Here you can set English, German, Finnish, Swedish, Spanish, French,
Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Czech or Polish as the menu language.

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Night mode

Select a suitable setting for photos taken in a dark environment. The
setting "Max. Range" creates sharper pictures, washes out the black
areas only slightly and generates quite a lot of noise. The setting
"Min. Blur" creates softer photos, washes out the black areas more
and generates less noise. The setting "Balanced" is preset.

Brightness

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Set the photo and video lighting produced by the infrared LEDs
on the front of the game camera. The infrared LEDs 1 can illuminate
objects at a range of up to 20m. The further an object is from the
camera, the more light is needed. "Low brightness" is suitable for
animals that are close to the camera. "High brightness" is suitable for
animals that are further away from the camera. "Normal brightness"
is the standard preset.

Endless Capture

If the storage capacity of the microSDHC memory card

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you would still like to continue taking pictures or videos, select "On".
When new files are captured, the older files on the microSDHC
memory card 34 are automatically deleted. The oldest saved file is
deleted first. Afterwards, the second oldest is deleted, and so on.
Files will continue to be deleted until the new file can be saved on
the microSDHC memory card 34. You can only overwrite files if the
mode selector switch 13 is set to the "On" position.

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