Suntek HC800LTE User Manual

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1080P FULL HD

SCOUTING CAMERA

HC800LTE

Support 4G LTE /3G WCDMA / 2G GSM &GPRS Network

USER’S MANUAL

Hunting Trail Camera

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Table of Contents

1. General Information…………………………………………………….…….……....3

1.1 Applications …………………………………………..……………………………….…4

1.2 Main Features ………………………………………………………..…….…….…..…4

1.3 Power Supply ……………………………………………………………………..…….5

1.4 Memory card Selection ………………………………………………………...…...….6

1.5 Transmitting picture of 4G /3G/ 2G camera ………………………………………….6

2. Whole View and Details of camera ……………………………………………...7

2.1 Front View of Camera …………………………………….………………………….…7

2.2 Internal, Side View of Camera ……………….………………………………………...8

3. Quick Start …………………………………………………………………………….…9

3.1 Insert SIM Card …………………………………………………………….…………...9

3.2 Load Batteries or Connect to External power ……………………….….………..….9

3.3 Enter to TEST Mode …………………………………………….…………………….10

3.4 Enter to ON Mode ………………………..….………………..……………………….12

4. Advanced Setting ……………………………………….…………………………….12

4.1 How to set camera menu ……………………….………….…………………………12

4.2 Setup Camera on PC ………………………………………………………………….22

4.3 Camera to ON mode ………………………………………………………..………...28

5. SMS Command Code …………………………………………………………………29

6. Trouble shooting ………………………………………………………………………29

6.1 Camera Doesn’t Capture Subject of Interest ……….…………...…………….……29

6.2 Camera stops Taking Images……………………….. ………………………….……30

6.3 Night Vision Flash Range Doesn’t Meet Expectation ……………………...………30

6.4 Camera Take Images but won’t send them to mobile phone /E-mail……………..31

7. Specifications ………………………………………………………….………………31

8. Packing info …………………………………….……………………………………… 33

9. Warranty ………………………………………………………………………………… 33

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1. General Information

Thank you for choosing HC800LTE scouting camera, one of HC800 series camera,
which are easy operation and highly qualified products.

This 1080P FHD digital camera was totally R&D by our diligent and smart engineers
based on feedbacks and requirements from customers globally, with her highly sensitive
Passive Infra-Red (PIR) sensor, HC800LTE can sends original size pictures of 16MP &
1080P FHD video file to your mobile phone and E-mail via high communication speed 4G
LTE network, Furthermore, the latest version HC800LTE supports FTP function, is able to
upload the videos & pictures to the FTP space, so you can download & watch the videos
& pictures via FTP software.

This manual also applies to basic model HC800A (Basic model) / HC800M (2G GSM
model) and HC800G (3G Model).

Please read the user’s manual in details before you start the operation of HC800 series
scouting camera.

Ordering information
Version for Europe Market
HC800LTE-E
Version for U.S. Market
HC800LTE-A
Version for Canada Market
HC800LTE-CA
Version for Australia Market
HC800LTE-AU
Version for Russia Market
HC800LTE-RU

The network frequency bands list in below:

Version for Europe & Australia

4G FDD-LTE frequency: B1 / B3 / B5 / B7 / B8 / B20
3G WCDMA frequency: B1 / B5 / B8
2G GSM Network: 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900

Version for U.S.& Canada

4G FDD-LTE frequency: B2 / B4 / B5 / B12 / B17

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3G CDMA frequency: B2 / B4 / B5

1.1 Applications

This digital camera can be used to take photographs and short time videos automatically,
is an ideal product for wildlife hunting & trail, wireless home &outdoor monitoring,
property’s security etc., with its stealth appearance and mini shape. It is easy to deploy
but hard to find out.

1.2 Main Features

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MMS/SMTP: HC-800LTE supports sending 5/30 seconds 1080P video &
16MP/12MP/8MP original size photos to your mobile phone or E-mail account by 4G
FDD-LTE network.

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FTP function, you can download& watch the videos & full-size pictures of camera via
FTP software.

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Wide lens (120-degree FOV lens),3PIRs up to 120-degree detection angle.

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0.3 Second fast trigger time, easy to capture every amazing moment.

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3 working modes to choose: Camera, Video and Camera+Video.

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42pcs infra LEDs, provide up to 20 meters/65 ft night vision range.

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Tough and water-resistant body design.

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Low power consumption, extremely long time standby life (up to 4~6 months with 8X
AA batteries.)

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ime-lapse recording, period time shooting, with timer setting on, the camera can be

programmed to only work on specified period time every day.

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Built-in 2.0’’ TFT color display and 8 key control panel.

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12 Languages of menu (default is English).

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Date, Time, Temperature and Moon phase stamped on the bottom of pictures and

Videos.

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Lockable and 4-digit password protection.

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SMS code remote control camera to wake up camera or send MMS/SMTP

1.3 Power Supply

HC-800 series need 4X or 8X AA alkaline batteries, also work with NIMH or Lithium
rechargeable batteries.

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Batteries should be inserted as indicated inside of battery case, upside down batteries
electrode may cause device malfunction, Also, we strongly recommend you to change
the batteries when power icon on camera screen or photo stamp is empty.

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Don’t mix batteries types, Different batteries used in camera may cause permanent
damage which also violates warranty policy.

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

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Due to different settings, objects activities within camera detection zone, different
brands and quality of batteries, and working environment, we are not able to list out exact
number of photos or videos that camera can take with 8X AA alkaline batteries, better
performance can be given by 8 AA rechargeable NIMH and Lithium batteries.

To bring you better experience, this camera is able to work with most standard 9V/1~2A
Lithium battery built-in solar panel (solar panel can’t charge the rechargeable batteries of
camera).

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1.4 Memory Card Selection

A memory card(Micro SD card) is required to operate the camera, when the camera
switch is at“TEST” and no memory card is used, the screen will display “no File”. The

memory card slot of camera has 32GB memory capacity. Before insert or remove the
memory card, the camera must be turned to “OFF”. Failing to do so may causes loss of

files or damage the pictures that already recorded in the memory card. When memory
card is full, the screen will indicate “Memory Full”, the following data shows an

approximate quantity of photos which can be recorded by the camera depending on the
memory card capacity.

► The camera has not built-in memory, it only works if a memory card is inserted. Before
memory card inserted, please format the memory card to improve the battery life and
shutter speed.

► The camera max memory cards capacity is 32 GB, 64GB or higher memory card can’t
be recognized by camera.

► 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. don’t force the memory card
into the slot, or bend /twist the memory card.

► After transport, wait until the memory card has reached ambient temperature before you
use it for the first time.

► Major fluctuations in temperature or humidity can lead to condensation which could
cause an electrical short-circuit.

► When the memory card is full, it will automatically stop taking pictures and videos,
camera doesn’t support cycle recording.

► To insert a memory card into the memory card slot of the device, push it into the slot
until it clicks into place.

► To remove the memory card from the memory card slot of the device, press the
protruding edge of the memory card in a little way until it pops out, then remove the card.

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1.5 Transmitting picture of 4G /3G/ 2G camera

MMS SMTP FTP SMS

4G

<100kb(default)

Options:

200kb/100kb/50kb

(depend on the limit of
the mms server)

<40MB (Picture or
Video)

<40MB (Picture
or Video)

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3G

<1MB (Picture only) X √

2G

<100KB (default)
(Picture Only）

Options:
200kb/100kb/50kb

X

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2. Whole View and Details of Camera

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2.1 Front View of Camera

2.2 Internal, Side View of Camera

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3. Quick Starting

3.1 Insert SIM card

A SIM card is needed for HC800LTE (basic model HC800A, does not need SIM card)
Make sure your SIM card supports Short Messaging Service (SMS), Multimedia
Messaging Service (MMS) and data traffic service.

When SIM card recognized by camera, the camera display will show carrier’s icon.

3.2 Load Batteries or Connect to External power

►4X or 8X AA batteries

► External power DC 9V/1.5A, we have a solar panel (optional), which can power
camera 7X24 hours, is very convenient for long-time working.

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3.3 Enter to TEST Mode

After camera connect a power supply, switch camera to the “TEST” position and its
display will light up.

Cautions: Please don’t switch from OFF to ON directly, only from Off to TEST, will the
camera display light up.

There is a control panel with 8 buttons when you open the camera.