Stealth Cam STC-U838NXT User Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Version 3.0_1628 2/13

Model #: STC-U838NXT

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First, congratulations on purchasing one of the finest scouting cameras on

the market today. We appreciate your business and want to prove to you we

are committed to providing you the best product and support in the field.

By giving our customers a new state of the art web interface, which provides

you with video tutorials and instruction on how to use the product in the

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Your Stealth Cam scouting camera is covered by a One Year Limited Warranty on parts and labor from the date of original purchase, and purchases must be made through an authorized dealer. The warranty covers defects in workmanship and materials. The warranty does not apply to units, which have been damaged or abused intentionally or unintentionally. A purchase from individuals or unauthorized internet sites such as eBay voids the warranty.

Tampering with or altering the unit will void the warranty. Any unauthorized service will void warranty. A copy of your or iginal sales receipt must be produced for any warranty service and a Return Authorization (RA) number must be obtained from customer service at 877-269-8490 prior to returning product.

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** IMPORTANT NOTE **

TRIAD equipped cameras include FREE Image Scan Software

download at: www.stealthcam.net/sc_image_scan.html

Stealth Cam Image Scan provides sophisticated motion searches based on targeted zones within a selected series of time-lapse images. Additional features include:

• Watch days of video in minutes with variable speed playback

• Import Time Lapse Photo sets from SD card to your

computer

• Open existing Time Lapse Photo sets on your computer

• Process Photo Sets into high speed motion video

• Quickly jog through the time lapse frames, forwards and

backwards

• Step frame forwards and backwards

• Create videos that you can watch, email or upload

To ensure optimum performance; your Stealth Cam (Wildview)

camera may be eligible for periodical free software updates.

Please check http://stealthcam.net/sc_downloads_d.html for the

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Camera overview 5

Camera Kit contents 8

General Information 9

Quick Start Guide 10

Battery and Memory Installation 11

Setup and Programming 14

Using the Camera in PIR detection mode 25

Using the Camera in Time Lapse mode 27

Viewing & Deleting Files 28

Memory Compatibility chart 33

Technical Specifications 34

General Features 35

Image Capacity chart 36

Moon Phase chart 37

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) 38

FCC Compliance 40

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CAMERA OVERVIEW

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Front

Inside

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Side & Bottom view

CAMERA KIT CONTENT

1. Model STC-U838NXT Digital Scouting Camera

2. User manual

3. Strap

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GENERAL INFORMATION

WARNING

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.

• Use a soft lens cloth for cleaning lens. Avoid touching lens with fingers.

• Remove dirt or stains with a soft cloth dampened with water or neutral

detergent. Keep your camera in a dry and cool dust-free environment or container when it is NOT used.

• Take the batteries out, when camera is NOT to be used over an extended

period of time.

• Avoid dropping your camera on to a hard surface.

• Do not disassemble your camera.

• Do not mix new and old batteries.

• Do not open the camera for unauthorized service. This could cause

serious damage to the unit and WILL void the warranty.

NOTE: This camera is a precision electronic device. Do not attempt to service this camera yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks.

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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. If you would like to modify any of the factory Default Settings, except for the Time & Date, please see manual for instructions.

FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS:

Time Out: 30 Sec Burst Mode: 1 Still Image (1.3Mp Resolution) Operation Mode: PIR Video Mode: 10 Seconds (720P Resolution) Time lapse setting: 18:00-8:00 (Next day)

Initial Camera Set-up:

1. Install 8 “AA” cell batteries in correct polarity (+/-) as indicated in battery

compartment.

2. Insert SD card into the camera.

3. Turn Power/Preset switch to Preset A to adjust the Time and Date.

4. The internal LCD screen displays TIME blinking.

5. Press the [OK] button to start the Time settings.

6. Press the [UP] or [DN] button to adjust the Minute setting and press [OK]

to confirm and move to the Hour setting.

7. Repeat to set the Hour and then press [OK] to confirm and move to Date.

8. Adjust the Month, Day, and Year by using [UP] or [DN] button. Each time

you finish an adjustment you MUST press the [OK] button to confirm and move to the next field for adjustment.

9. Once done, the word - dEL - will be blinking, this stands for Delete menu

and will allow you to format your SD Card. (This will delete ALL images).

10. Press the [OK] button, press the [UP] or [DN] button till you see the

blinking Ft, then press [OK]. This will return you to the PIR screen.

11. Press the [MENU] button to exit and to start using the Preset A settings.

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BATTERY AND MEMORY INSTALLATION

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.

Your Stealth Cam Advanced Digital Scouting Camera is designed to operate using two different types of battery power options.

Batteries “AA” cell

The internal battery compartment accepts 8 “AA” cell batteries. Be sure to use high quality brand name alkaline batteries. Install batteries with correct polarity (+/-) as noted inside the battery compartment.

12V Lead Acid external battery

The camera is equipped with an external power jack designed to accept a barrel plug cable attached to a sealed lead acid battery. (Sold separately). Battery cable and complete 12V Lead Acid battery kits are available wherever Stealth Cam scouting cameras are sold or call toll free 877-269-8490. Only Stealth Cam external battery accessories are recommended.

• Make sure camera is in the OFF position.

• Insert the external battery barrel plug into the DC 12V jack on the bottom

of camera housing.

• Turn the camera to a Preset or Manual switch setting.

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Do not use different Voltage lead acid battery other

NOTE: Please make sure the voltage and polarity (+/-) are correct before connection. Incorrect voltage or polarity (+/-) will damage the camera. When both internal and external batteries are connected, the camera will draw power from the higher voltage source first.

Memory Options

The camera is also equipped with an expandable media card slot capable of accepting up to 32GB SD card (sold separately). The front counter display will show the number of images stored on the SD card. If no SD card is inserted the front counter display will show “NOSd”.

IMPORTANT SD CARD NOTICE

use a known good SD card from a reputable brand (including Stealth Cam memory cards.) Beware of "low cost" memory cards often sold on discount websites such as eBay as they could be manufactured to poor standards. Use of a low quality memory card could result in camera lock up and / or shut down, video corruption issues or premature battery drain.

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: Stealthcam recommends that you

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.

• To remove the SD memory card, depress the SD card and pull out the card

gently.

• SD cards must be clean (no images from other sources). If you are using

the SD card from other cameras, please make sure to format the SD card in your computer prior to use in your camera. New cards are good to use straight from the package.

FORMAT – Definition:

system erases all information and files on the card. Then it creates an internal address tables that it later uses to locate information and files. Formatting also removes all Hidden System files as well. Basically it cleans your SD memory card just like if it was brand new. Please make sure to follow the guidelines listed below:

SD Card size: 2Gb or below, format using File System type “FAT”. SD Card size: 4GB or above, format using File System type “FAT32”. DO NOT USE File System type: “NTFS” or “exFAT”, these formats are not supported.

When you format a SD memory card, the operating

SETUP AND PROGRAMMING

When the camera is first turned in the Manual setting, the internal LCD screen displays the camera status. The following information is present on this screen.

( Passive Infrared Mode ) ( Time-Lapse Mode )

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. To re-power the display screen, press and hold the UP or DOWN button until you see the status screen.

Definitions

• Day and T ime: Displays the date and time that you have set.

• Operation mode:

 PIR (Passive Infrared): Camera takes Image/Video per PIR trigger.  Time Lapse (tLS): Camera takes the still image per preset time.

• Capturing Sequence mode / Burst mode:

 1P - 9P: 1 to 9 burst mode image capturing per PIR trigger.  Video: 10 to 180 seconds’ adjustable video per PIR trigger.

• Resolution for Images: Color Daytime / Black & White Nighttime

 3 Stars (8Mp): Select this option to capture an 8.0M pixels

image. (High image quality interpolated from 5M sensor)

 2 Stars (3Mp): Select this option to capture a 3.0M pixels

image. (Low image quality)

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 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  HD: 1280 x 720

• T ime out: Sets the amount of time in Seconds / Minutes the camera will sleep between PIR triggering or Time Lapse.

• Temp stamp: Temperature stamp will display on all still images and video files.

• Moon phase: Displays the moon phases.

• Zoom: Adjusts the digital zoom enhancement level.

 1X: Normal – the word “ZOOM” will not display.  2X: Two times zoom – the word “ZOOM” will display.  4X: Four times zoom – The word “ZOOM” will blink.

• Battery Status: Shows the battery life status. Icon is always present.

 FULL: The battery is full; the battery icon shows full.  HALF: The battery is half; the battery icon shows full but blinking.  LOW: The battery is low; the battery icon is off.

Icon on Icon blinking Icon off

NOTE: When the camera detects low batteries, the camera unit will power off within 30 seconds automatically. Please replace with new batteries; otherwise the camera may not work properly.

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Setting the Preset Program Selection Mode:

This camera is equipped with 4 Program selection toggle switch settings. Make sure camera is in the OFF position BEFORE changing any toggle switches.

NOTE: If you choose one of the Preset settings, your camera will only function in PIR mode not Time Lapse mode.

• PRESET A - This bypasses all user defined settings and uses the following

settings: (PIR mode / Resolution: 1.3MP / Burst: 3P / Time out: 30 seconds).

• PRESET B- This bypasses all user-defined settings and uses the following

settings: (PIR mode / Resolution: 1.3MP / Burst: 6P / Time out: 30 seconds).

• PRESET C - This bypasses all user-defined settings and uses the following

settings: (PIR mode / HD Video: 720P / Video clip: 10s / Time out: 30 seconds).

• MANUAL - This allows the user to define what setting the camera will use.

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Programming the Stealth Cam using MANUAL mode

Setting the Camera’s Operation Mode:

Your Stealth Cam can be programmed to operation either in PIR Detection mode or Time Lapse / PIR mode.

• Switch the camera to the Manual position.  LCD screen will display the camera status screen.

• Press the [MENU] button once within 30 seconds to enter the programming mode, the word PIR or tLS will be blinking.

• Press the [UP] or [DN] button to select PIR mode.

• Press [OK] to save your selection.

• Press [MENU] button to exit.

Setting the Resolution in PIR mode:

Your Stealth Cam can be programmed to 3 different resolutions: High (3 Stars-8Mp), Low (2 Stars–3Mp), Base (1 Star–1.3Mp).

• Switch the camera to the Manual position.  LCD screen will display the camera status screen.

• Press the [MENU] button once within 30 seconds to enter the programming mode.

• The word PIR will be blinking, press [OK] to confirm the camera’s

operation

• The word CAMERA and the STARS will be blinking.

• Press the [OK] button ONCE to choose the selection.

• Press the [UP] or [DN] button to select the desired resolution.

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is PIR detection.

• Press [OK] to save your selection.

• Press [MENU] button to exit.

Setting the Capturing Sequence in PIR mode:

Your Stealth Cam can be programmed to shoot 1-9 pictures per triggering.

• Switch the camera to the Manual position.  LCD screen will display the camera status screen.

• Press the [MENU] button once within 30 seconds to enter the programming mode.

• The word PIR will be blinking, press [OK] to confirm the camera’s operation is PIR detection.

• Press the [UP] button ONE time to enter the Capturing Sequence setting mode.

• The word CAMERA will be blinking.

• Press [OK] button and the current number of burst mode images will

blink.

• Press the [UP] or [DN] button to select the desired burst mode setting or number of pictures per triggering.

• Press [OK] to save your selection.

• Press [MENU] button to exit.

Setting the Video in PIR mode:

Your Stealth Cam can be programmed to record 10-180 seconds of video per triggering. The Video mode is only workable under PIR mode.

• Switch the camera to the Manual position.  LCD screen will display the camera status screen.

• Press the [MENU] button once within 30 seconds to enter the programming mode.

• The word PIR will be blinking, press OK to confirm the camera operation by PIR detection.

• Press [UP] button TWO times to enter Video setting mode.

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• The word VIDEO will be blinking.

• Press [OK] button and the video length in seconds will be blinking.

• Press [UP] or [DN] button to select the desired video length from 10 to

180 seconds in 5-second increments.

• Press [OK] to save your selection.

• Press [MENU] button to exit.

Set the Digital Zoom in PIR mode:

Your Stealth Cam can be programmed to have 3 different zoom levels.

• Switch the camera to the Manual position.  LCD screen will display the camera status screen.

• Press the [MENU] button once within 30 seconds to enter the programming mode.

• The word PIR will be blinking, press OK to confirm the camera operation by PIR detection.

• Press [UP] button THREE times to enter Zoom setting mode.

• The word ZOOM will be blinking.

• Press [OK] button and the zoom level number will now blink.

• Press the [UP] or [DN] button to select the desired zoom level setting 1

(1X Normal) / 2 (2X Zoom) / 4 (4X Zoom).

• Press [OK] to confirm your selection

• Press [MENU] button to exit.

NOTE: The use of the digital zoom feature may degrade image & video quality, as this tells the camera to focus on a specific are of the image and increase its size. This will cause dithering of the image.

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Setting the Time Out in PIR mode:

Your Stealth Cam can be programmed to set the amount of time in seconds or minutes the camera will sleep between PIR triggers.

• Switch the camera to the Manual position.  LCD screen will display the camera status screen.

• Press the [MENU] button once within 30 seconds to enter the programming mode.

• The word PIR will be blinking, press [OK] to confirm the camera operation by PIR detection.

• Press [UP] button FOUR times to enter Time Out setting mode.

• The word TIME OUT will be blinking.

• Press [OK] button and the MINUTES digits will be blinking.

• Press [UP] or [DN] button to increase or decrease the time value in

minutes from 00 to 59 minutes in 1-minute increments.

• Press [OK] to save the seconds setting and the SECONDS digits will be blinking.

• Press [UP] or [DN] button to increase or decrease the time value in seconds from 05 to 59 seconds in 1-second increments.

• Press [OK] to save the seconds setting.

• You’ll then see the word TIME blinking.

• Press [MENU] button to exit.

Setting the Time and Date in PIR operation mode:

Your Stealth Cam uses the 24hr military time format.

• Switch the camera to the Manual position.  LCD screen will display the camera status screen.

• Press the [MENU] button within 30 seconds to enter the programming mode.

• The word PIR will be blinking, press OK to confirm the camera operation by PIR detection.

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• Press [DOWN] button TWO times to enter Time and Date mode.

• The word TIME will be blinking.

• Press [OK] to enter Minute setting first.

• The MINUTE digits will be blinking.

• Press [UP] or [DN] to increase or decrease the minute value (00 – 59).

• Press [OK] to save your selection and enter Hour setting.

• The HOUR digits will be blinking.

• Press [UP] or [DN] to increase or decrease the hour value (00 – 23).

• 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 (1 - 12).

• Press [OK] to save your selection and enter Day setting.

• The Day digits will be blinking.

• Press [UP] or [DN] to increase or decrease the Day value (01 – 31).

• Press [OK] to confirm the Date setting and enter Year setting.

• The YEAR digits will be blinking.

• Press [UP] or [DN] to increase or decrease the Year value (01 – 99).

• Once this is all done, press [OK].

• You’ll then see the word - dEL - blinking.

• Press [MENU] button to exit the program setting and back to the status

screen.

Setting the Time Lapse Mode:

The Time Lapse default setting value is from 18:00 to 08:00 the next day. When the camera is set to use the Time-Lapse mode (tLS), the program settings will follow the T ime Lapse settings. Outside of the T ime Lapse time frame; the camera will follow the user defined PIR settings. The user can set the program for a pre-determined time period [such as 18:00 to 08:00]. The user then sets the frequency of still images only (video function not available in Time Lapse mode). The camera will remain in Time Lapse mode until the user has changed the program setting.

• Switch the camera to the Manual position.

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 LCD screen will display the camera status screen.

• Press the [MENU] button once within 30 seconds to enter the programming mode.

• Press [UP] button until you see the word tLS blinking.

• Press [OK] to confirm and go into TLS Mode

"Start Time" setting.

• The display will show TIME + S 88:88 (S = Start, 88:88 = time in HH:MM)

• Press [OK] to set the “Start Time” setting. At this

point you can adjust the time from 00:00 to 23:59.

• The MINUTE digits will be blinking.

• Press [UP] or [DN] to increase or decrease the

minute value (00 – 59).

• Press [OK] to save your selection and enter Hour setting.

• The HOUR digits will be blinking.

• Press [UP] or [DN] to increase or decrease the hour value (00 – 23).

• Press [OK] to save the “Start Time” setting and move to the “End Time”

setting.

• After completing the start time setting, camera will go into TLS Mode "End Time" setting.

• The display will show TIME + E 88:88

• (E = End, 88:88 = time in HH:MM)

• At this point you can adjust the time from 00:00

to 23:59 by pressing the [UP/DN/OK] buttons same as Start T ime settings.

• Press [OK] to save the “End Time” settings and move directly to the TIME OUT setting.

• Please complete the TIME OUT, Still image resolution, Burst Mode, Zoom settings like the settings on the PIR operation mode.

• Then press [MENU] button to exit.

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EXAMPLE: #1: If a user selected the Time Lapse mode, and sets the Start Time to

07:00 and End Time at 20:30, then selects the Timeout to be 3 mins with a Burst mode of 3 pictures, this means that the camera will keep taking 3 pictures for every 3 minutes within the time frame of 7:00AM to 8:30PM. When not within the Time Lapse time frame, the camera will follow the normal PIR detection settings. #2: If a user selected the Time Lapse mode setting as Start Time 00:00 and End Time 00:00, then selected the Timeout to be 5 mins with a Burst mode of 3 pictures, this means the camera will keep taking 3 pictures for every 5 minutes, 24 hours a day non-stop.

TIME LAPSE SETUP RECOMMENDATIONS:

We recommend that if your using the Time Lapse feature and what to extend your battery life and get the most pictures possible, use the following settings:

Batteries: Energizer Lithium Batteries Resolution: Base (1 Star–1.3Mp) Time Out: 15 seconds

Setting up the camera in the field:

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.

• Mount the camera facing north or south NOT east or west due to the

rising and setting of the sun could produce false triggers and overexposed images.

• If you’re covering a trail, face the camera down or up the trail. Most

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commercial cameras take 1-3 seconds to sense motion/heat and take a picture.

• Clear out any brush or weeds in front of camera. This will cause false pictures caused wind or high temperature days.

• Double check battery before turning on the camera for use.

• Make sure to insert the memory card after setting up the game camera.

• Make sure to turn the camera to Preset or Manual mode (or take out of

Test Mode) before you leave.

• Verify time and date is correct.

(Example: Mounting)

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(Example: Trail Setup)

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 either one of the Preset

modes or Manual mode. At this point, you have 30 seconds to make any mode selection changes before camera is ready to use.

• If you chose Manual mode then make sure your camera is in the PIR

mode and not T ime Lapse (tLS). If your not sure, please follow the “Setting the Camera’s Operation Mode” above to set the camera into the proper mode.

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To Capture Images, make sure display reads CAMERA:

• Once in Manual mode, if the display does not read CAMERA then,

 Press the [MENU] button once.  Press the [OK] button once.  The word CAMERA will blink.  Press the [UP] button ONE time to toggle to Camera mode.  Press the [OK] button TWO times.  Press the [MENU] button once to exit.

To Capture Videos, make sure display reads VIDEO:

• Once in Manual mode, if display does not read VIDEO then,

 Press the [MENU] button once.  Press the [OK] button once.  The word CAMERA will blink.  Press the [UP] button TWO times to toggle to Video mode.  Press the [OK] button TWO times.  Press the [MENU] button once to exit.

• 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.

• After one minute, the camera will enter either Burst mode or V ideo mode based on your program setting. The camera will then time out between 05-59 seconds or 1-59 minutes, depending on your program setting.

NOTE: The time between motion detection and the camera taking the pictures may vary due to lighting conditions, program settings, and battery power level. The IR Emitter will only activate in low light conditions.

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USING THE CAMERA IN TIME LAPSE 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 Manual mode.

• Make sure your camera is in Time Lapse (tLM) mode and not PIR mode. If

your not sure, please follow the “Setting the Camera’s Operation Mode” above to set the camera into tLM mode.

• 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. After one minute, the camera will enter T ime Lapse mode.

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VIEWING AND DELETING FILES

The STC-U838NXT cam offers the user different options for viewing their images. You can view images or videos through either on your computer, a handheld LCD monitor or even your home TV that’s equipped with an RCA Input jack. The external LCD display on the front of the housing will show the number of images stored on the SD memory card.

NOTE: The instructions below are based on starting with a camera that’s power is turned off.

Viewing files by computer

Your Stealth Cam Digital Scouting Camera is a plug and play USB storage device for users of Windows 2000 / ME / XP / V ista / W indows 7 operating systems. This camera is MAC compatible.

Viewing files on your computer via USB connection.

• Make sure the camera’s power switch is in the OFF position.

• Plug the larger end of the USB cable into an available USB port on your

computer.

• Plug the smaller end of USB cable into the camera’s side panel.

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• The camera will automatically power ON and

display the word USb on the display screen.

• At the same time, your computer will recognize

the camera as a Removable Storage device. You will find it under MY COMPUTER.

• At this point you have several options:  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.

 To save your images and videos: Highlight the file or files you want

to save and drag them to your hard drive.

 To delete your images and videos: Highlight the files or files you

want to delete and press the [DELETE] button.

 To erase all files and reformat you SD memory card: Right click on

the Removable Storage device under My Computer and select

FORMAT then click START. You will receive a Warning message press [OK]. Then CLOSE to exit.

NOTE: Make sure before you FORMAT you are certain it is the Removable Storage device for the camera.

• Once you’re done, simply unplug the cable from both your computer and the camera. The camera will turn OFF automatically.

For viewing on handheld LCD monitor:

• Attach the appropriate cable to the TV port on the side of the camera.

• Insert the other end into the VIDEO IN jack on the handheld LCD video

monitor.

• Turn on both the camera and the monitor.

• You will see a series of thumbnail images on your monitor.

• Press the [UP] or [DN] button to navigate though your thumbnail images.

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• On the upper left hand corner of your TV monitor, it will either display the

image OR the image with a video icon which indicates it’s a video clip.

• To view in full screen, press the [OK] button.

• Press the [OK] button again, it will return to the thumbnail view from the

full screen image.

For viewing on your home TV monitor:

• Attach the appropriate cable to the TV port on the side of the camera.

• Insert the other end into the RCA VIDEO IN jacks on the TV.

• Turn on both the camera and the TV monitor.

• Make sure to switch to AUX / VIDEO IN mode on your TV.

 (See your TV owner’s manual for directions).

• The camera’s TV OUT is set to NTSC by default. (NTSC – Standard North

American TV format)  If the TV monitor doesn’t flicker, then you do not need to change

your camera’s TV OUT setting. Proceed to the next section called Thumbnail Images.

 If the TV monitor does flicker, then you will need to proceed to the

next step to change your camera’s TV OUT from NTSC to PAL (Standard European TV

• Press the [MENU] button once.

• The word “ tu ” on the camera’s internal screen

• Press the [OK] once and now you’ll see “ tu – n

• Press the [DN] button to set the camera’s TV

• The word “ tu – P ” will now be blinking.

• Press the [OK] to confirm this setting.

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format).

will be blinking.

“ blinking.

OUT to PAL.

• The word “ tu - P “ will be blinking and then stops.

• Once the blinking stops, power off the camera. Wait for 5 seconds and

then power up your camera again.

Viewing Video Clips on handheld LCD monitor or home TV monitor

• Follow the cable attaching instruction listed in previous section.

• You will see a series of thumbnail images on your monitor.

• Press the [UP] or [DN] button to choose the video clip you want to watch.

• Press the [OK] button to play the video clip.

• You may pause the video clip by pressing the [OK] button during the

playback. Press [OK] button to resume playing.

• At the end of the video clip, press the [UP] or [DN] button to proceed to the next video or image. If it is a video clip file, then it will automatically start to play. If it is still image file then it will show the image in full screen.

• When you view still images in full screen, you can return to thumbnail image selection view by pressing the [OK] button.

NOTE: All videos are recorded with audio but only have sound when viewing playback on a PC.

Deleting files in the field

• Switch the camera to the ON position.

 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.

• Press [OK] button to enter the DELETE & FORMAT menu.

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• Press [UP] or [DN] button to select the desired function.

 NO-dL (No Delete) - No images get deleted.  d-ONE (Delete One) - Only the last file will get deleted.  d-ALL (Delete ALL) - Deletes ALL images on the SD card.  Ft (Format) - Deletes all files and reformats the SD card.

• Press [OK] to confirm your selection.

• Press [MENU] button to exit the program setting and back to the status

screen.

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MEMORY COMPATIBILITY CHART

The following cards have been tested and approved for use with the STCU838NXT model.

Kingmax 2GB

Sandisk 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB

Toshiba 2GB

PNY 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB

Kingston 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB

First Champion 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB

Digilux 1GB, 2GB

Lexar 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB

DANE-ELEC 4GB, 8GB, 16GB

Kodak 16GB, 32GB

Delkin 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, 16GB

Lexar 8GB

Transcend 8GB, 16GB

NOTE: Proper camera operation cannot be guaranteed when using memory cards NOT listed above.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

System Requirements and Compatibility

• W indows 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 9.0 or above – Should come with your operating system already.

• Optional: W indows compatible sound card and speaker.

NOTE: If you have any questions regarding your PC specifications please contact your PC manufacturer.

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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 32GB.

• Resolution Options: 8.0M, 3.0M, 1.3M.

• Image interpolated from 5M Sensor

• Capturing Options: 1 - 9 image burst mode or video recording with audio.

• T ime Lapse Mode: Sets the frequency of pictures during a time period.

• Hybrid mode: PIR capture and Time Lapse mode auto changing.

• T ime Out Feature: 5 secs – 59:59 mins

• Image format: Standard JPEG

• Auto white balance and auto expose.

• Auto IR emitter light control.

 Effective Range for Still picture (up to 50 ft).  Effective Range for Video clip (up to 50 ft).

• Real time clock for date and time stamping.

• 5 digits LCD Image counter.

• Low Battery LED indicator.

• Green TEST LED indicator.

• Focusing: 5 ft to infinity.

• Effective viewing angle: 50 degrees

• PIR detection angle: 48 degrees

• Interface type: USB 1.1

• Power: AA size alkaline or lithium Batteries x 8

• External power: 12 volts battery pack

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IMAGE CAPACITY CHART

High

Low

Base

AVI

SD card

Based on

File size of

Color

B&W

Color

B&W

Color

B&W

5MB 3MB 2.0MB 1MB 1MB 0.5MB

1GB 204 340 512 1024 1024 2048 11 16

2GB 408 680 1024 2048 2048 4096 22 32

4GB 816 1360 2048 4096 4096 8192 44 64

8GB 1632 2720 4096 8192 8192 16384 88 128

16GB 3264 5440 8192 16384 16384 32768 176 256

32GB 6528 10880 16384 32768 32768 65536 352 512

(30sec.)

**Subject to card compatibility under different brands.

NOTE: Image Capacity Chart provides approximate number of images or AVI movies based on resolution settings and the size of the memory card. These figures may vary depending on the amount of detail in the image.

When SD card is NOT FULL, but front counter reaches 99999, the camera will reset the front counter to 00000. A new folder will be created and the image and video file within each folder will be named from 0001 up to 9999. When SD card is full, camera’s front counter will change the display to read “ FULL “ .

SD Card Capacity and Compatibility

Due to the rapidly changing memory card market please consult www.stealthcam.com for the most up to date information regarding memory cards.

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Color

90MB

AVI

B&W

60MB

(30sec.)

MOON PHASE SYMBOL CHART

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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: Is the infrared flash invisible? A: No, the infrared flash is visible.

Q: Is my game camera Mac compatible? A: Yes, This camera model works with 10.6 and above.

Q: Can I use rechargeable batteries in the camera? A: Rechargeable batteries are fine for the unit, regular alkaline batteries

designed for digital electronics are recommended for best performance.

Q: When I use a memory card can I view the pictures on my personal digital camera? A: We do not recommend viewing SD memory card images taken in your game camera on any other digital camera. You may experience compatibility issues.

Q: Will I lose my images and setting when the batteries die? A: The images are stored on your external SD memory card so your images will

be intact only on your card. However you will need to reset your settings.

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.

Q: Can I use my game camera through a window or glass door? A: Glass may disrupt your sensor beam we don’t advise using the camera in

this fashion.

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Q: Do I need to recharge my 12V Battery Kit during the seasons it’s not in use? A: The 12V Battery Kit should be recharge at least every 3 months, regardless if

it is being used or not, in order to preserve the working condition of the battery inside the unit.

NOTE: For the latest updates and information please check our website regularly.

WARNING: Modification not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void user’s authority to operate.

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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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television receptions, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measure:

 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.  Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected.

 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  Shield USB cable with ferrite must be used with this unit to ensure

compliance with the Class B FCC limits.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Product specifications are subject to change. Stealth Cam is not responsible

May be protected by one or more U.S. Patent numbers: 6,735,387 / 6,768,868 / 6,834,162 / 7,149,422 / 7,308,196 / 7,593,632 / 7,710,457 / 7,873,266 / 8,254,776 / 8,350,915

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for any photographic or typographical errors.

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