Spypoint BF-7 User Manual
Digital Surveillance Camera
Système de surveillance photographique
Fotografisches Überwachungs system
IR-7 or BF-7 model / Modèle IR-7 ou BF-7 /
Modell IR-7 oder BF-7
User manual / Manuel d'utilisation /
Bedienungsanleitung
www.spypoint.com
IR-7 BF-7
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Thank you for choosing one of our excellent
SPYPOINT products. You can now enjoy many benefits of a
full feature and easy to use digital surveillance camera. This
7 MP digital camera was developed and designed by our team
of highly qualified engineers and can take sharp and clean
photos or videos either day or night without using any flash.
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FEATURES
Photo recording:
Photo resolution 7 MP
File format JPG
Multi-shot Up to 4 pictures per detection
Stamp Date, time, temperature and moon
phase
Capture mode Color by day, black and white by
night
Video recording:
Video resolution 640 x 480
File format AVI
Sequence length Adjustable from 10 to 90sec
Capture mode Color by day, black and white by
night
Sound recording:
Automatically recorded in video
mode
Memory storage:
SD/SDHC card up to 32 GB (No
internal memory)
Viewing:
TV output Composite video (PAL/NTSC)
Computer output USB 2.0
Power supply: (accessories sold separately, see “Options”)
Alkaline or lithium
batteries
6x AA
Lithium battery pack Rechargeable battery pack
(LIT-09/LIT-C8)
External (12V jack) 12 volt battery
(KIT-12V/BATT-12V) /
12 volt adapter (AD-12V)
Solar panel Solar panel (SP-12V) combined
with rechargeable battery pack
(LIT-09)
Detection system:
Motion sensor PIR
Detection angle 30°
Detection range Adjustable from 5 to 50ft
Delay between each
detection
Adjustable from 1 to 15min
*Additional 10 sec. setting
(see DELAY)
Night time illumination system:
Infrared LEDs 46 infrared LEDs (IR-7 model)
46 Black infrared LEDs (BF-7
model)
Optical field of view:
50°
Recommendations:
Operating temperature (-20 °C to + 50 °C)
(-4 °F to +122 °F)
Storage temperature (-30 °C to + 75 °C)
(-22 °F to +167 °F)
CONTENTS
• SPYPOINT IR-7 or BF-7
• Installation strap
• USB cable
• Video cable
• User manual
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POWER
The battery level is shown on the LCD screen. When a single
line remains, the camera will continue to take pictures but we
strongly recommend changing the batteries before they are
empty. (See figure below)
AA batteries
This camera requires the use of 6 AA batteries (1.5V). The use
of alkaline or lithium batteries is strongly recommended. Also
note that the voltage of rechargeable AA batteries (1.2V)
is insufficient to power your SPYPOINT camera. During
the installation of AA batteries, place the switch inside the
battery case to «ALKALINE». Insert the batteries as indicated
inside the battery case. Exact polarity must be followed. We
also recommend the use of new batteries to ensure maximum
performance of your camera.
Lithium battery pack
The camera SPYPOINT IR-7 or BF-7 can be powered by a
rechargeable lithium battery LIT-09/LIT-C-8 (sold separately,
refer to the section «OPTIONS»). This type of battery is less
affected by cold temperatures and lasts up to 3 times more then an
alkaline battery. During the installation of lithium battery, place
the switch inside the battery case to «RECHARGEABLE».
External (12V)
The camera can be powered from an external 12 volt DC
input such as a 12 volt battery (KIT-12V/BATT-12V, sold
separately) or a 12 volt adapter (AD-12V, sold separately).
When using a 12 volt connection, we recommend removing the
AA batteries to prevent surcharges. During the installation of a
12 volt connection, place the switch inside the battery case to
«ALKALINE». If combined with a lithium battery pack, slide
the switch to «RECHARGEABLE». To find the accessories
available for the 12 volts, refer to the section «OPTIONS».
Solar panel
This model also offers the possibility of a connection to
a solar panel SP-12V (sold separately, refer to the section
«OPTIONS») to maintain the charge of the lithium battery
(sold separately, refer to the section «OPTIONS») or the 12
volt battery (sold separately, refer to the section «OPTIONS»).
During the installation of the rechargeable lithium battery or
12 volt battery, slide up the switch inside the battery case up
to «RECHARGEABLE» to activate the charging system of
the solar panel.
MEMORY CARD
Using a memory card is required to operate the camera
SPYPOINT IR-7 or BF-7. When the camera is « ON » and no
memory card is used, the LCD panel displays « CArd » meaning
to insert one. The SD slot of the camera can accept memory
cards up to 32 GB capacity. Before inserting or removing the
memory card, the camera must be turned « OFF ». Failing to do
so may cause loss of or damage the pictures already recorded
from the memory card. When the SD card is full, the LCD panel
indicates « FULL ». The following data shows an approximate
quantity of photos which can be recorded by the camera
depending on the memory card capacity.
RESOLUTION 2.0 GB 4.0 GB 8.0 GB 32 GB
6 MP
7 MP
8 MP
10 MP
12 MP
1900
1580
1190
950
790
3800
3160
2380
1900
1580
7600
6320
4760
3800
3160
30400
25280
19040
15200
12640
VIDEO RESOLUTION
320 x 240
640 x 480
45 min
30 min
1h30
1h
3h
2h
12h
8h
« BUSY » LED
The « BUSY » light, located next to the screen, lights up when
the camera is recording.
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SETTINGS
Date, Time, Temperature and Picture Quality
Turn « OFF » your camera; set switch « MODE » to « SET/
TEST » and turn « ON » the camera. Press « MENU/OK ».
An « H » will flash on the screen indicating that the camera
is in High Resolution (7 MP). Use the « DOWN » button
if you want to reduce the resolution to « L » (3 MP). Press
« MENU/OK » to set the date and time (mm/dd/yy, hh/mm).
Use « UP » and « DOWN » to change the blinking digit. Choose
« F » or « C » to display the temperature in Fahrenheit (°F) or
Celsius (°C). Press « MENU/OK » to go to the next option.
Once finished, press « MENU/OK » and turn « OFF » the
system to save the changes.
MODE
When the « PHOTO » or « VIDEO » mode is selected, the
test light in the front of the camera flashes for 60 seconds to
allow the user to leave without being photographed or filmed.
When the « SET/TEST » mode is selected, no picture or video
is recorded.
Walk perpendicularly in front of the camera.
When
the camera detects movement, the light winks to indicate that
normally, a photo or video would be recorded.
If the system does
not detect the movement, increase the distance detection using the
wheel
« DIST ANCE »
or realign the system differently . When you
understand how the device responds to detections, you can better
adjust the direction or the height of the installation.
When the
switch is set to « VIEW », you can view the recorded pictures
or videos on television.
DELAY
To select the time interval before the camera records another
photo or video.
Additional setting: it is possible to decrease the delay between
detections to 10 seconds (instead of 1 minute) by using the
following procedure. Note that the battery life will be
affected.
10_5
10 sec. delay 1 min. delay
Turn OFF the camera. Press and hold the « UP » button, turn
the camera on. « 10_S » appears on the screen meaning the
1 minute delay has been replaced by a 10 second delay. To
reset the camera to 1 minute delay, follow the same procedure.
« 1_M » appears on the screen (see figure below).
MULTI-SHOT
To take up to 4 consecutive shots at each detection, with a 10
second delay between each photo. This option is available in
« PHOTO » mode.
VIDEO LENGTH
Allows you to select the recording duration when the camera is
set in « VIDEO » mode.
DISTANCE
Turn the dial to the right to increase distance.
The «
DISTANCE » dial (placed on the side of the camera) can
adjust the sensitivity of the detector. The camera is equipped
with a detector sensitive to infrared. The system detects only heat
source in motion. The greater the mass of heat, more sensitive is the
system. Range of detector is between 5 and 50 feet. The best way
to adjust the distance is to set the camera in « SET/TEST » mode
(see above). Make sure to have the least possible objects in front of
the camera during the positioning. This prevents picture taken by
the camera when oriented towards the sun while an object moves in
front of the camera (eg. a branch)
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SOUND RECORDING
The SPYPOINT IR-7 or BF-7 offers the possibility to record
the sound in « VIDEO » mode. When the « VIDEO » mode is
selected, the camera automatically records the sound. Under the
camera, you can find a rubber cap with the inscription MIC. If
the user does not want to record the sound, the rubber cap needs
to stay in place. If the sound recording is required, the user must
lift the rubber cap and turned it slightly so that the microphone
receiver is completely cleared (See figure below).
DOWNLOAD TO A COMPUTER
To transfer or view photos and videos on a PC, you must first
turn the camera « OFF » and connect the USB cable (supplied)
from the camera and to your computer. The computer will
recognize the camera and install the software itself. Click on
« My Computer » and select « Removable Disk ». Then click
« DCIM » and « 100DSCIM » to find all your photos
and videos.
Taking the SD card out of the camera and inserting it into the
computer port will achieve same results. If no SD slot is built
into the computer, a multi-card reader RD25-1 (sold separately)
must be used.
TELEVISION
To see photos and videos directly on a TV screen, turn
«
OFF
» your camera and select « VIEW ».
Connect the yellow
end of the cable (supplied) into the
«
VIDEO IN
»
of the TV and
the other end into the
«
TV OUT
»
of the camera
. Turn «
ON
»
the camera. You will see the last picture or video recorded by
your system. To change the picture or the video, use the key
« UP » or « DOWN ». If you press « MENU/OK », the
following options will appear:
View Date/Time:
To increase the view of the date and
time imprinted on the picture.
Erase one:
To erase the photo or the video on the
screen.
Erase All:
To erase all stored photos and videos,
with the exception of protected photos
and videos.
Format:
To format memory card and to erase all
protected photos and videos.
Protect:
To protect the photo or video on the
screen.
Language:
To select language.
Exit:
To return to viewing screen.
Full moon:
New moon:
First quarter:
Last quarter:
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OPTIONS
See your local dealer or visit www.spypoint.com to find
available products. The following items are popular options
that can be added to a SPYPOINT camera model IR-7 or BF-7:
SD Memory card, SD-8GB
Allows the user to record photos and
videos.
Multi-card reader RD25-1
Allows the download of photos and videos
directly into a personal computer, without
using the SPYPOINT camera. This reader
works with 25 different types of memory
cards and is compatible with SD card.
Picture viewer, PV-2.4
Digital camera. Picture viewer, SD card
slot, 2.4" viewing screen, 2GB internal
memory, MP3, radio, headphone, leather
transport pocket, rechargeable lithium
battery, charger and USB cable included.
Photo and video viewer, PV-9
Photo and video viewer. 2.5" viewing
screen.
Rechargeable lithium battery pack
including charger, LIT-C-8
Rechargeable lithium battery pack for
camera, to replace alkaline batteries. This
type of battery is much less affected by
cold temperatures and lasts up to 3 times
the alkaline batteries.
Additional lithium battery pack,
LIT-09
An additional lithium battery pack is a
handy spare.
TROUBLESHOOTING
No person / animal on photos
1. Rising sun or sunset can trigger sensor. Camera must
be reoriented.
2. At night, motion detector may detect beyond range
of the IR illumination. Reduce distance setting.
3. Small animal may be triggering unit. Reduce
distance setting and/or raise height of camera.
4. Motion detector may sense animals through foliage.
5. If person/animal moves quickly, it may move out
of the camera’s field of view before photo is taken.
Move camera further back or redirect camera.
Camera must be set on a stable and immovable
object i.e. large tree.
6. Make sure the mounting post or tree is stable and
does not move.
Red light in front of camera winks
1. « MODE » switch is in « SET/TEST ».
2. « MODE » switch is in « PHOTO » or
« VIDEO ». Red light on the front of the camera
flashes for 60 seconds to allow the user to leave
without being photographed or filmed.
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Secure Metal Box, SB-91
Metal Box to secure the camera against
theft. It also protects it from breakage that
can be caused by bears or other animals.
Mouting arm, MA-360
Adjustable mounting arm, compatible
with standard 1/4-20" tripod mount screw.
Cable lock, CL-6ft
6 feet long locking cable with key used for
maximum theft protection.
Water resistant battery box, KIT-12V
Water resistant battery box. Includes a 12
volt rechargeable battery, charger, 12 feet
power cable and carrying strap.
12ft power cable, PW-12FT
Spare 12 ft power cable, fits with KIT12V.
12 volt rechargeable battery and
charger, BATT-12V
To allow using external rechargeable
battery to power the camera.
12 volt power cable, CB-12FT
A 12 ft. cable allows connecting the
camera to an external 12 volt DC power.
12 volt adapter, AD-12V
12 volt adapter for wall outlet,
fits all Spypoint cameras.
Solar Panel, SP-12V
Solar panel with an aluminum tripod.
It can be used to maintain the charge of
the lithium battery pack directly into the
camera. The solar panel can also be used
to recharge all type of 12 volt battery,
including the KIT-12V (sold separately).
IR-Booster, IRB-W
100 LED wireless infrared module that
allows the user to amplify the infrared
lights at night for clearer shots.
Black LEDs IR-Booster, IRB-W-B
100 invisible LEDs (completely invisible to
the naked eye) wireless infrared module that
allows the user to amplify the infrared lights
at night for clearer shots.
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