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940-GSM6 940 nm IR GSM
Field Surveillance Camera
User Manual
Please read this manual before using your camera, and always follow the instructions
for safety and proper use. Save this manual for future reference.
940-GSM6_CM
6/22/15
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CAUTION
Operate this device only in environments where the temperature or humidity is within the recommended range. Operation
in extreme temperatures or humidity levels may cause electric shock and shorten the life of the product.
LEGAL NOTICE
Supercircuits products are designed to meet safety and performance standards with the use of specic
Supercircuits authorized accessories. Supercircuits disclaims liability associated with the use of non-Supercircuits
authorized accessories.
The recording, transmission, or broadcast of any person’s voice without their consent or a court order is strictly
prohibited by law.
Supercircuits makes no representations concerning the legality of certain product applications such as the
making, transmission, or recording of video and/or audio signals of others without their knowledge and/or
consent. We encourage you to check and comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations
before engaging in any form of surveillance or any transmission of radio frequencies.
Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks
and names or their products. Supercircuits, Inc. disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names
other than its own.
No part of this document may be reproduced or distributed in any form or by any means without the express written
permission of Supercircuits, Inc.
© 2015 Supercircuits, Inc. All rights reserved.
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Table of Contents
SECTION 1 Features ...........................................................................1
1.1 Function of the PIR sensors and image capture ...........................................2
1.2 Application .........................................................................2
1.3 What’s in the box ....................................................................2
1.4 Camera and MMS module .............................................................3
1.5 Camera module features ..............................................................4
1.5.1 Camera module controls ..........................................................6
1.5.2 Keypad control panel .............................................................6
SECTION 2 Setup .............................................................................7
2.1 Prepare the camera module ...........................................................7
2.1.1 Installing an SD card .............................................................7
2.1.2 Installing batteries in the camera module ...........................................8
2.2 Prepare the MMS module .............................................................9
2.2.1 Installing a SIM card .............................................................9
2.2.2 Installing batteries in the MMS module ............................................10
2.3 Conguration setup .................................................................11
2.3.1 Conguration setup using the keypad control buttons ................................11
2.3.2 Camera setup with a PC .........................................................13
2.3.3 MMS Setup with a PC ...........................................................15
2.3.4 Smtp Setup with a PC ...........................................................17
2.4 Mount and activate the camera .......................................................19
SECTION 3 Using your camera .................................................................20
3.1 ON mode ..........................................................................20
3.2 Using MMS .........................................................................20
3.2.1 View Local MNPO name and signal strength ........................................21
3.2.2 SMS remote control .............................................................22
3.3 Important notes ....................................................................23
3.3.1 SD cards .......................................................................23
3.3.2 Auto adjustment of video length ..................................................24
SECTION 4 Specications .....................................................................25
APPENDIX A MMS Troubleshooting ..............................................................27
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Features
The 940-GSM6 Field Surveillance Camera is a rugged, water-repellent outdoor camera for use in extreme temperature conditions. It
includes the MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service) module for transmitting video and pictures to a phone or email address. With its
highly sensitive passive infra-red (PIR) sensors, the camera detects the sudden change of ambient temperature caused by moving
objects in a region of interest (ROI), triggers to take pictures/videos, and sends the images via a GSM network to the user’s cell
phone or email account. It includes:
• Selectable photo resolution: 1.3, 5 or 12 megapixel
• Selectable video size: 320 × 240, 640 × 480, or 1280 × 720 pixels
• SMS Remote Control program (RCP) for conguring camera settings remotely
• No-glow 940 nm IR LEDs with 65 foot illumination
• Infrared night vision LEDs for ash range as far as 30 feet
• Operates in either camera only, camera + video, or video only modes. In camera + video mode, camera takes both pictures
and video at every trigger event
• Ultra-low standby power consumption. Extremely long in-eld life (in standby mode, up to 6 months with 8 × AA batteries)
• Unique side-prep sensor design provides wider sensing angle and enhances the camera response speed
• Perform in the temperatures from -22°F ~ 158°F
• Compact size (5 ½ x 3 ½ x 2 ½ inches). Designed to deploy covertly
• Quick trigger time (camera power on, 0.6 second)
• Time Lapse photo/video recording for taking pictures/videos at a specied interval
• Timer setting can program the camera to only work in specied periods every day. Work together with Time Lapse settings.
• Easy mounting on a tree or post. Easy to aim.
• Serial Number setting enables you to code locations on the photo. This helps multi-camera users identify the location when
reviewing the photos
• Built-in 2¼” LCD color display to review images and videos
• Date, time, temperature and moon phase can be stamped on the photo
• Lockable and password protected
• MMS image size: 640 x 480 pixels
• If the local mobile signal is poor and MMS cannot be sent, camera includes an SMS backup feature that transmits picture
time and camera serial number.
• Congurable with the MMS function either directly on the built-in LCD display or by using the enclosed media with a
computer
• Advanced Remote Cellular Technology transmits images to your cell phone and email account constantly at low battery
consumption and short transmission time
• Automatically sends text alert when battery power level is low
• Checks cellular signal information on the built-in LCD display in the eld
• MMS pictures saved on a removable SD card
• Operates globally via GSM/GPRS networks. Supports four bands: 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz.
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1.1 Function of the PIR sensors and image capture
The device includes both side prep infra-red (PIR) sensors, to detect a heat generating object nearing the cameras region of interest
(ROI), and a main PIR sensor to detect motion in the ROI, where a photo or video can taken. This combination of the two side prep
sensors and the main sensor provides a 100° to 120° angle of induction, out spanning the 55° angle of the camera lens.
To save battery power, the camera is normally in “sleep” mode, with only the side prep PIR sensors active. When an object that
generates heat is detected by a prep PIR sensor, the camera powers on (0.6 seconds, trigger time). When motion is detected in the
ROI by the main PIR sensor, a picture or video is recorded.
If a heat object remains only in the PIR area of the prep sensors, the system is designed to work in the following way to save power:
• If the heat object does not enter the PIR area of the main sensor, and therefore does not trigger the main sensor, the camera
will power o after 3 seconds.
• If two trigger events occur consecutively in the PIR area of the prep sensors, the camera will not be activated by the side
prep sensors, but only by the main PIR sensor. When the object enters the PIR area of the main sensor, the picture will likely
capture the whole body of the object because of the 0.6 trigger time.
1.2 Application
• Trail camera for hunting
• Animal or event observation
• Motion-triggered security camera for home, oce and community
• Other indoor/outdoor surveillance where invasion evidence is needed
1.3 What’s in the box
• Camera module
• MMS unit
• MMS unit antenna
• System Utility media (CD)
• Strap for attaching the camera to a post
• USB extension cable
• RCA to 2.5 mm video extension cable.
This product does not include batteries
(capacity of either 4 or 8) or a SIM card.
Tie-down strap
USB extension
cable
RCA to 2.5 mm video
extension cable
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1.4 Camera and MMS module
The 940-GSM6 Field Surveillance Camera includes two modules: a camera module and an MMS module. These modules are usually
latched together. To separate them, loosen the captive thumb screw on the back of the unit, undo the buckle on the side, then
carefully remove the tab of the camera module from the slot on the side of the MMS module.
Thumb Screw
Buckle
Thumb Screw on Back Camera and MMS Modules
Tab/Slot
Camera (left) sand MMS (right) Modules Unbuckled
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1.5 Camera module features
The camera module features a built-in infra-red (IR) array for taking photos up to 30’ away in dark environments, and built-in
passive IR (PIR) sensors for detecting objects moving into the region of interest (ROI).
IR Array
Flash
Camera
Lens
Light Sensor
Motion
Indicator
Main
PIR
Sensor
Prep PIR
Sensors
Bottom
Cover Latch
and
Lock Ring
LCD display and keypad on the back of the camera module are for setup, programming, and viewing recorded video and photos.
Setup, programming, and viewing recorded videos and photos can also be performed through a USB connection to a computer.
Thumb
Screw Hole
Contact
Pads for
MMS
Module
LCD
Display
Keypad
Bottom
Cover
Latch
CAUTION
When batteries are installed in the camera, do not touch the Contact Pads with any electrically conductive material.
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The camera external interface connectors are located Inside the cover on the bottom of the camera module. To open the bottom
cover, turn the latch on the lower corner so it points toward the body of the camera, then push it down to open the cover.
Latch
Alignment
Latch
Alignment
Cover Latched Unlatched
Battery Bay Cover
(Press here to open)
TV Out Jack
6 - 12 VDC Power
Adapter Socket
SD Card Slot
USB 2.0 Connector
OFF - ON - TEST
Power Switch
The external interface connectors include a video out jack, USB 2.0 port, 6 Vdc power adapter socket, and SD card slot.
NOTE
Always set the power switch to OFF when installing a ash memory card.
When installing a ash memory card, make certain that the card is NOT congured for write protection.
A power adapter, TV out cable, batteries, and ash memory card are not included.
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1.5.1 Camera module controls
The camera module includes two control components: an ON - OFF - TEST power switch, and a keypad control panel. The switch is
accessible when the bottom cover is open. These controls function as follows:
Position Function
OFF Unit is powered o.
ON Unit is in normal operat ing mode.
TEST Camera module is in setup mode. In this mode you c an take pictur es or video clip s like you would wit h a regular digital camera, or enter the
Menu to se t up the system conguration.
The keypad is on the back side of the camera module.
1.5.2 Keypad control panel
The keypad control panel us used for conguration setup, manual camera operation, and for viewing and playing back recorded
photos and video.
Button Function
MENU Press to enter the conguratio n menu system to program the camera.
t
Press when needed to navigate in the menu system.
p (vid eo)
Press to shoot a video segment.
u (shot)
Press SHOT to manually trigger the shutter. A photo or video (depending on the c amera setting) will be taken and save d to the SD card.
NOTE: If the display shows CARD PROTEC TED when you press t he SHOT key, power o the c amera, remove the SD card and slide i ts write-
protect switch to OFF, reinstall t he card, and then power on t he camera.
q (ph oto)
Press to take a still pic ture.
REPLAY / OK
Press REPLAY to review/playb ack photos or videos on the LCD screen or a connec ted TV monitor. Use and
p and q keys to navigate.
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Setup
Setup of the 940-GSM6 includes preparing the Camera module, inserting an SD card and installing batteries, and preparing the
MMS module, installing a SIM card (if using MMS) and batteries. After these steps are complete, the Camera module must be
congured for the application you are using it for. Conguration setup can be performed with either the keypad control panel on the
camera module or using a computer.
2.1 Prepare the camera module
2.1.1 Installing an SD card
The camera will accommodate an SD or SDHC ash memory card up to 16 GB. To install an SD (ash memory) card:
CAUTION
Always set the power switch to OFF before installing or removing an SD card.
1. Set the power switch to o.
2. Slide the card into the SD card slot as shown below. The card should slide in smoothly.
Power Switch
SD Card
3. Push the SD card in until it latches into place.
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The camera stores pictures and videos on the SD card in the folder \DCIM\100IMAGE, and all MMS pictures in the folder
\DCIM\MMS\100IMAGE with the same lename. Photo lenames are similar to IMAG0001.JPG, and video lenames are similar to
IMAG0001.AVI.
In OFF mode, you can use the USB cable provided to download the les to a computer, then browse and play les without
downloading them. AVI les can be played back on most popular media players, such as Microsoft® Windows Media® Player,
Apple® QuickTime®, etc.
NOTE
The SD card must be formatted before use. Refer to “2.3.1 Conguration setup using the keypad control buttons” on page
11 for more information.
2.1.2 Installing batteries in the camera module
To open the battery bay, press down the triangle icon on the battery bay cover. Use four new Energizer® Lithium or better AA
batteries for best performance.
CAUTION
Always set the power switch to OFF o before installing or removing batteries.
Battery Bay Cover
Insert 2 AA Batteries Here,
“–” Ends toward Base.
Insert 2 AA Batteries Here,
“+” Ends toward Base.
After installing batteries, fold the battery bay cover up, then press it in until it latches.
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CAUTION
If you are not using the camera for an extended period of time, remove the batteries from the camera to avoid possible acid
leak that may damage the camera and void the warranty.
When battery level gets low, the Motion Indicator in the LED array will ash blue. If using the MMS module with a SIM card, a
Battery Low text alert will be sent automatically to the user’s cell phone or email account.
2.2 Prepare the MMS module
The MMS module provides two functions: expanded power capacity, and access to Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS). To use
the MMS module for transmitting images or messages, you must acquire a SIM card from a local Mobile Phone Network Operator
(MPNO) that provides MMS (use either AT&T or T-Mobile). Use the parameters suggested by your provider when conguring MMS
features.
To access the SIM card holder and battery compartment, open the cover by pushing up on the tab, then folding the cover up.
Tab
Push tab to
unlock
2.2.1 Installing a SIM card
To install a SIM card, open the card holder and slide the card all the way into the card holder as shown below. Then fold the card
holder onto the contacts, and slide the card holder towards the bottom of the unit to lock it into place.
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SIM Card
Card
Contacts
SIM Card
Holder
Lock
SIM Card Inserted SIM Card Installed
2.2.2 Installing batteries in the MMS module
When installing batteries in the battery compartment, follow the (sardine) orientation order shown below. Use four new Energizer®
Lithium or better AA batteries for best performance.
Put Positive Terminals Here
For These Batteries
Put Positive Terminals Here
For These Batteries
Camera module
Contact Pins
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After installing batteries, close the battery compartment cover.
CAUTION
When batteries are installed in the MMS module, do not touch the Camera Module Contact Pins with any electrically
conductive object.
2.3 Conguration setup
Conguration setup can be performed by either using the keypad control buttons on the camera module, or using a computer (PC)
with the device utility on the media provided.
Some functions must be performed with the keypad control on the camera module. These include:
• A camera password, which protects the camera from unauthorized access, must be setup using the camera keypad control
buttons. It cannot be setup using a PC connected to the camera module.
• Formatting the SD card. If you installed an SD card in the camera, it must be formatted by the camera before use.
2.3.1 Conguration setup using the keypad control buttons
Before performing this procedure, ensure that the SD card and batteries are installed in the camera module.
To enter camera setup mode:
1. Separate the camera module from the MMS module. See “1.4 Camera and MMS module” on page 3 for more
information.
2. Set the power switch to TEST.
3. Press the MENU button on the keypad, then use the p, q, t, and u buttons to navigate through the menu system and
select parameters. After specifying the preferred parameters, press OK to save the settings exit the menu system. Menu
system parameters are described below.
Menu system parameters
Parameter Setting Description
Mode
Camera, Video,
or Cam + Video
Selec t whether still photos or video clips are taken. In Cam+Video mo de, the camera rst shoots a
photo, th en records video.
Format Enter
Selec t to format the SD card. All les on t he card are deleted dur ing formatting. It is highly
recomm end that you for mat the SD card before use, especially if it has been us ed in another device.
Caution: Make sure all impor tant les on the SD card have been b acked up before formatting.
Photo Size
(aects st ill photos only)
1.3, 5, or 12 MP
Selec t preferre d resolution for still photos from 1.3 to 12 megapixels. Higher resolution pr oduces
better quali ty photos, but create s larger les that use more space on the SD card. Also, large le s
requir e longer time to write to the card, w hich will slow the shutter speed. 5 MP is recommended.
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Parameter Setting Description
Video Size
(aects vid eo clips only)
1280 × 720,
640 × 4 80,
320 × 240
Selec t video resolution (pixels per frame). Higher reso lution produces better qualit y videos, but
create s larger les that use more of the SD card capacit y.
640 × 4 80 is VGA mode in standard 4:3 for mat.
Set clock Enter
Press Enter to set up date and time. An internal capaci tor will maintain the clock for up to 7 minutes
when changing batteries.
Picture no.
(aects st ill photos only)
01 Photo, 02 Photos,
03 Photos
Selec t the number of photos taken in sequence p er burst in Cam era mode.
Also refer to the Inter val parameter.
Video Length
(aects vid eo clips only)
AVI 10 seconds,
optional fro m 1 second
to 60 seconds
Video s are in AVI format that can be played back on mos t media players.
Interval
1 minute, o ptional from
1 second to 60 minutes
Selec t the length of t ime that the cam era will wait between the time of the last pic ture was written
in the SD card, until it responds to any new triggers from the PIR s ensor. During the sele cted inter val,
the camera will not take pictures/v ideos. This prevent s the SD card fro m lling with redundant
images.
Sense Level Normal, High, Low, O
Selec t the sensitivit y of the PIR senso r. The High setting is best for indoors and environment s with
little inter ference. Normal or Low work s well when outdo ors and in environment s with more
interference. O disables this feature.
NOTE: Temperature also aects the sensitiv ity. The High setting is suit able when the
ambient temper ature is warm, and the Low setting works be tter in cold weat her.
Time Stamp
(aects st ill photos only)
On, O Selec t On if you want the date and t ime to appear on every photo.
Timer 1 O, On
Selec t On if you want the camera to work within a specied time perio d every day. For ins tance,
if the starting time is set at 18:35 and the ending time at 8:2 5, the camera will func tion only from
18:35 the cur rent day to 8:25 the next day. Outside the time period the camera will not trigger or
take photos or videos. This feature can be use d together wi th Time Lapse f eature.
Timer 2 O, On
Selec t On if you want the camera to work within a specied time perio d every day. For ins tance,
if the starting time is set at 18:35 and the ending time at 8:2 5, the camera will func tion only from
18:35 the cur rent day to 8:25 the next day. Outside the time period the camera will not trigger or
take photos/vi deos. This feature can be used toge ther with Time Lapse feature.
Password set O, On Set up a password to pr otect your camera f rom unauthor ized users.
Serial No. O, On
Selec t On to assign a number to each c amera you have. You can u se a combination of 4 digits and/or
alphabets to record the location in t he photos (e.g. YSP1 for Yellow Stone Park 1). This helps multicamera users identify the loc ation when reviewing photos .
Time Lapse O , On
If On, the camera will automatically take photos/videos at th e set interval (Note: in t his mode, the
PIR sens or is disabled). This is helpful w hen observing cold-blooded animals like snakes, the process
of owering, etc . This feature c an work together wit h Timer feature.
Side PIR On, O
Set to On by default. The two side prep PIR sensors provide a very wide sensing angle and enhance
response time. In loc ations where yo u cannot removing inter fering object s or avoid sunlight, you
can tur n o the side sens ors to improve performance.
MMS Phone No. On
Press Enter to input the p hone number you want to sen d MMS to. To input more ph one numbers or
to set up email accounts, reference the MMS Func tion setup on a P C. Set the number of pic tures sent
in one day via MMS. Select 0 for unlimited, 1 .. 99/day to set a limited number.
MMS Status O, VGA, SMS
The def ault setting, O, di sables this feature. To turn it on, selec t either VGA or SMS. VGA will send
640 x 4 80 pictures; SMS will send te xt messages.
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Parameter Setting Description
SMS remote control 0, 1 ~ 24, O
Value represent s the SMS receipt time, “0 ” indicates 10 minutes, “1 ~ 24” indicate s the interval time
1 .. 24 hours to receive SMS, O disables this f eature.
Default Set
Press OK and then Enter to rever t all camera set tings to the manufactur er default values. MMS
func tion sett ings remains as congured except for MMS Phone No. and MMS Status.
2.3.2 Camera setup with a PC
You can set up your camera, SMS and/or MMS function with a PC.
1. Insert the media provided into a Microsoft Windows PC, then open it in a le explorer.
2. In the MMS Setup subdirectory, nd and run the Setup.exe le. The following window will open:
3. In the Ltl Acorn window, open the Select Language drop-down list, and then select the language you prefer.
4. Open the Camera Model drop-down list, and then select Ltl 6310MG.
5. Click the Camera Setup button to open the camera interface shown below.
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6. In the camera setup menu, do the following. Refer to the Menu system parameters table above for more information.
a. Select the Mode, Image Size, Video Size, etc. options you prefer from the drop-down menus.
b. Set the Timer, Serial No., and Time Lapse menu setup as needed.
c. Click the GetTime button to set the camera’s date and time to your computer’s date and time.
7. Power o the camera if necessary, then connect the camera USB interface to the computer using the USB cable provided.
Wait for the computer to recognize the USB device (your SD card).
8. Click Select, then choose the root directory of the SD card (in the camera) for the location for saving your settings. Normally,
the USB device appears an the E drive (E:/ ).
9. Click Generate. A le named menu.dat will be written to the root directory of your SD card.
10. Click Exit.
NOTE
To return settings to the manufacturers default values, click Default.
11. If you need to setup the MMS features of the device, skip the following steps in camera setup procedure, and go to “2.3.3
MMS Setup with a PC” on page 15.
12. Eject the USB device (the SD card) from the Windows operating system, then disconnect the USB cable from the computer
and the camera.
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13. Set the camera ON - OFF - TEST power switch to the TEST position. Wait for a message to appear on the LCD display that
the camera has been successfully setup.
14. Set the ON - OFF - TEST power switch to OFF.
15. Close the bottom cover and turn the latch to lock the cover closed.
16. If you are not setting up or using MMS functions with your camera:
a. Install batteries in the MMS module.
b. Connect the MMS module to the camera module. Reverse the instructions above for separating the two modules.
2.3.3 MMS Setup with a PC
After performing the Camera Setup and clicking Exit, the Setup Menu screen will reappear on your computer. If the Setup Menu
screen is not open, repeat the step above in the Camera function setup procedure to open the window.
To setup the MMS functions, do the following:
1. In the Ltl Acorn window, open the Select Language drop-down list, and then select the language you prefer.
2. Open the Camera Model drop-down list, and then select Ltl 6310MG.
3. Click MMS Setup. The MMS window will open.
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4. Open the MMS Mode drop-down list and select either Auto or Manual.
Auto: If you selected Auto, open the Country drop-down list and select your country and the Mobile Phone Network
Operator (MPNO) for your SIM card. The section below will populate with parameters pertaining to the selected MPNO,
including URL, APN, Gateway and Port. APN, Gateway and Port. Enter up to three phone numbers (format: 10 digits of area
code plus phone number, ex.
8003359777) and email address where you want pictures sent.
NOTE
Settings for each major MPNO are pre-stored on the enclosed CD. But, because each MPNO has specic
settings for their service, and those settings can change over time, we recommend you verify all settings with
your MPNO.
Manual: If you selected Manual, contact your MPNO for the required information to use their service, then enter the
parameters in the elds below.
5. Power o the camera if necessary, then connect the camera USB interface to the computer using the USB cable provided.
Wait for the computer to recognize the USB device (your SD card).
6. Click Select, then choose the root directory of the SD card (in the camera) for the location for saving your settings. Normally,
the USB device appears an the E drive (E:/ ).
7. Click Generate. A le named setup.dat will be written to the root directory of your SD card.
8. Click Exit.
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9. If you need to setup the SMTP features of the device, skip the following steps in this MMS setup procedure, and go to “2.3.4
Smtp Setup with a PC” on page 17.
10. Eject the USB device (your SD card) from the Windows operating system, then disconnect your camera USB cable from the
computer and camera.
11. Set the camera ON - OFF - TEST power switch to the TEST position. Wait for a message to appear on the LCD display that
the camera has been successfully setup.
12. Set the ON - OFF - TEST power switch to OFF.
13. Close the bottom cover and turn the latch to lock the cover closed.
14. Install batteries in the MMS module, then connect it to the camera module. To connect the camera and MMS modules,
reverse the instructions above for separating the two modules.
2.3.4 Smtp Setup with a PC
After performing the Camera Setup and clicking Exit, the Setup main menu window will reopen. If the main menu window does not
open, repeat the step above in the Camera Setup procedure to open the window.
1. In the Ltl Acorn window, open the Select Language drop-down list, and then select the language you prefer.
2. Open the Camera Model drop-down list, and then select Ltl 6310MG.
3. Click Smtp Setup to open the Smtp menu.
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4. Select the Smtp Mode:
— In Auto mode, select the Country and Operator.
— In Manual mode, enter an APN, Account and Password. These parameters should be provided by your mobile
operator.
5. In the Sender frame, enter your Email server, port, sender Email and Password.
6. In the Recipients frame, enter, and the recipient’s email address.
7. In the SMS Remote Control frame, the value selected represents the SMS receipt time.
— “0” indicates 10 minutes
— “1~24” indicates the interval time 1~24 hours to receive SMS,
— “O” closes SMS remote control.
Select the related value based on your own need.
8. Power o the camera if necessary, then connect the camera USB interface to the computer using the USB cable provided.
Wait for the computer to recognize the USB device (your SD card).
9. Click Select, then choose the root directory of the SD card (in the camera) for the location for saving your settings. Normally,
the USB device appears an the E drive (E:/ ).
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10. Click Generate. A le will be written to the root directory of your SD card.
11. Eject the USB device (your SD card) from the Windows operating system, then disconnect your camera USB cable from the
computer and camera.
12. Click Exit to close the setup utility.
13. Disconnect the USB cable connecting the camera and the PC.
14. Set the camera ON - OFF - TEST power switch to the TEST position. Wait for a message to appear on the LCD display that
the camera has been successfully setup.
15. Set the ON - OFF - TEST power switch to OFF, and then close bottom cover.
16. Disconnect the USB cable connecting the camera and the PC.
2.4 Mount and activate the camera
1. Reconnect the camera module to the MMS module.
2. Attach the antenna to the MMS module. Ensure that the connection is snug. Although the antenna is not used without MMS
functionality, it will protect the antenna connector from contamination.
3. Use the strap provided or an other suitable means to attach the camera to a stationary object pointing at your region of
interest (ROI). Consider the following:
— For most applications, the camera should be positioned about 3 to 6 feet above the ground.
— To avoid false triggers, do not aim the camera at a heat source (i.e. the sun) or nearby tree branches and limbs.
— If possible, aim the camera either North or South.
4. Open the bottom cover, and then set the OFF - ON - TEST power switch to TEST.
5. While observing the Motion Indicator LED, walk slowly through the area sensed by the side prep PIR sensors, and then walk
past the camera lens. Verify that the Motion Indicator ashes blue when you are in the region near one of the side prep PIR
sensors, and ashes red when you are in front of the lens.
6. Repeat the previous step while approaching the camera from the opposite direction.
7. Repeat the previous two steps at dierent distances from the camera. The camera can detect motion up to 30 feet away.
8. Open the bottom cover, and then set the OFF - ON - TEST power switch to ON. The Motion Indicator will ash red for about
10 seconds, and then the camera will start functioning as congured.
9. Close the bottom cover.
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Using your camera
3.1 ON mode
Set the power switch to the ON position to enter the normal operating mode. The Motion Indicator will ash red for about 10
seconds and the camera starts working as programmed without any manual handling. If the camera is setup to record on motion
detection, it will wait in standby (low power) mode, and power up to shoot pictures or record videos when objects enter the PIR
area of the main sensor as follows:
• When an object enters the PIR area of the side prep sensors, the prep sensors detect the movement and fully powers up the
camera.
• When object moves into the PIR area of the main sensor, the camera takes photos/videos immediately. If the object moves
away after entering the PIR area of the prep sensors, the camera will revert to standby mode to conserve power.
• If the object is not detected in the PIR area of the main sensor after being detected by a prep sensor, the camera reverts to
standby mode in 3 seconds. If an object(s) is detected a second time by the prep sensor, without being detected by the PIR
area of the main sensor, the camera will not wake from standby mode until the object is detected by the main sensor (1.2
seconds later).
When the camera is powered on, you can also make photos and video using the buttons on the keypad control panel. Refer to “1.5.2
Keypad control panel” on page 6 for more information.
3.2 Using MMS
After your camera is setup for MMS functionality, it can transmit photos to your email and phone if the following conditions are met:
• The camera is ON and functions normally.
• The SD card has enough space.
• Four batteries are installed in the camera module and four batteries are installed in the MMS module. The batteries must
have sucient power capacity.
• The camera mode is set to Camera mode or Cam+Video mode. It cannot be set to Video mode.
• SIM card is installed and the MMS service is active. (NOTE: Some MMS services require pre-paid balance in the account.)
• The SIM card is not password protected.
• MMS function setup is correct.
• The Timer function is OFF. If the Timer ON, expect to receive photos through MMS only during specied time period.
• Ensure that the MMS Status parameter is NOT set to OFF or SMS.
• The Picture No./day parameter is set to “0” (unlimited) or the maximum number of pictures sent per day (1 ~ 99) has not
been reached.
• The camera is stationary while sending MMS pictures.
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3.2.1 View Local MNPO name and signal strength
WIth the camera and MMS modules connected and an antenna attached:
Using a TV monitor:
1. Open the bottom cover, than attach a video cable between the TV OUT connector on the camera and a composite video input
on a TV monitor.
2. Set the power switch on the camera to TEST.
3. Wait for 1 minute, or until you can see the MNPO name and the signal strength on the monitor. The MNPO signal strength
must be at one bar or more for MMS functionality.
MNPO Service Provider Signal Strength
4. Set the power switch on the camera to OFF.
5. Disconnect the cable between the camera and the monitor.
Without a TV monitor:
1. Set the power switch on the camera to TEST.
2. Wait for 1 minute.
3. Without powering o the unit, separate the camera module from the MMS module.
4. View the LCD screen. The MNPO name and signal strength will appear on the screen. The MNPO signal strength must be at
one bar or more for MMS functionality.
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5. Set the power switch on the camera to OFF.
6. Reattach the MMS module to the camera module.
NOTE
If a code, instead of MPNO information, appears on the screen, an exception condition occurred:
- SIM: No SIM card or installed incorrectly.
- CSQ: No signals.
- CREG: SIM card is password-protected, deactivated due to zero balance in the account, or not able to register with a GSM system.
- CGREG: Not able to register with GPRS network.
- COPS: Searching for the MNPO of the SIM card. When found, the MNPO name and signal strength will appear.
- No MM1: MMS module is not found (installed). The buzzer will issue three short tones (“di di di”).
3.2.2 SMS remote control
You can congure the camera using Short Messaging Service (SMS). The DSP SMS receipt content format appears as follows:
• All the SMS content starts with LTL, ends with AA.
• All order codes which needs to be changed are indicated by 2 gures.
Table 1. SMS Order Code denitions
Order code Function code Example Meaning
01 Mode - 0: C amera mode, 1: Vide o mode, 2: Camera + video mode 01*1# Set to video mode
02 Image size - 0: 5 MP, 1: 12 MP, 2: 1.3 MP 02*1# 12 MP
03 V ideo size - 0: VGA, 1: QVGA, 2:720P 03*1# QVGA
04 Picture number - 0: 1 ph oto, 1: 2 photos, 2: 3 photos 04*2# 3 photos
05 Video length - 1 ~ 60 indicates leng th in seconds 05*59# 59 seconds
06 Inter val beginning with S (s repres ents second), with M
(m represents minutes 1 .. 60)
06*s30# Interval: 30 seconds
07 Serial nu mber - 0: O, 1: take came ra setting for ref erence gure+
letter
07*1AbC D# Serial number: AbCD
08 PIR sense level - 0: Low, 1: Normal, 2: High, 3: O 08* 1# Normal
09 Time St amp - 0: O, 1: On 09*0# O
10 Side PIR - 0: O, 1: On 10*1# On
11 MM S status - 0: O, 1: VGA, 2: SMS 11*2 # SMS
12 Phone No 2 or Email Maximum 48 charac ters. This code is not
func tional in SMTP mo de.
12*15197611542 # Phone numb er: 15197611542
13 Phone No 3 or Email Maximum 48 charac ters. This code is not
func tional in SMTP mo de.
13*info@ ltlacorn.com# Email: [email protected]
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Order code Function code Example Meaning
15 Maximum photo number setting. 0: no limit 15*0# No limit
16 Time lap se - 0: O, 1: Time indic ated with 2 bytes. E xample - 1 hour,
33 minutes, 2 seconds is indicate d by 013302.
16*10133 02# 1 hour, 33 minutes, 2 seconds
shooting a set of specied image
17 Timer 1 - 0: O, 1: On. Time indicated w ith 2 bytes. E xample - 1 hour,
33 minutes is indic ated by 0133.
17*101330200# 1 hour, 33 minute s ~2 hour s
18 Timer 2 - 0: O, 1: On. Time indic ated with 2 bytes. E xample - 1 hour,
33 minutes is indic ated by 0133.
18*1013302 00# 1 hour, 33 minutes ~2 hours
19 SMS re ceipt time - 0-24 hours. 0: No limit, 25: O 19*25 # O
60 Shooting or not shoot ing for this tim e - 0: O, 1: On. (After the
receipt of the order by the camera module, a pict ure will be shot and
sent to your phone/MMS or email/GPR S).
60*1# Shoot an d send
Example
• The Order code ends with “*” and the value ends with “#”.
Example - the string: LTL01*0#02*2#06*S30#07*10A3Z#AA
is interpreted as: Camera mode, 1.3 MP, interval: 30 seconds, serial number: 0A3Z
• For SMS remote control setting, dierent value with dierent extra power consumption, “0” the highest, “o” zero.
• Maximum 60 bytes for all the SMS content. For multiple parameters setting, send additional messages.
Do not send SMS continuously. Conrm the success of the last message before sending an additional message.
• When an SMS is received by the module and the phone number is identied, the module will respond immediately
indicating the success or failure of the parameter setting.
CAUTION
SMS parameter 0 ~ 24 is the interval time on SMS text detection. If you use parameter “00”, the camera will check
automatically and frequently for a message received. This behavior will cause a signicant increase in power consumption,
which can result in no PIR detection during this period. Advice: use parameter “1 ~ 24”.
When you use Order code 12 or 13 to set phone number or email address, code 12 must be set rst. If you set code 13 without
setting code 12, the code 13 order will not work.
3.3 Important notes
3.3.1 SD cards
Several dierent SD card brands were tested and found to be compatible with the camera. However, some brands and models may
not function well. If you encounter a problem with an SD card, reformat the card and try it again. If it still does not work, try another
brand or a card with a dierent capacity.
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3.3.2 Auto adjustment of video length
When battery power gets low, this camera automatically shortens the video length to take more video clips of surveillance targets,
which can provide more useful information. To extend the battery life, we suggest that you install 8 AA alkaline batteries when
using the camera in Video mode or Cam+Video mode.
Very cold environments can signicantly reduce battery power capacity, reducing the length of video clips accordingly.
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Specications
Item Specication
Image sensor 5 Mega Pixels Colo r CMOS
Maximum pixel size 2560 x 1920
Lens FOV = 52°; auto IR-c ut
IR Flash 30 ft (9.14 m)
LCD screen 2.36” (48 x 35.69 mm); 480 (RGB)*234 dots; 16.7 M colors
Keypad 6 keys
Memory SD card (8 MB ~16 GB)
Picture size 5 MP (2560 x 1920) / 12 MP (4000 x 30 00) / 1.3 MP (1280 x 960)
Video size 640 x 4 80 @ 30 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 f ps, 1280 x 720 @ 20 fps
PIR sensitivity High / nor mal / low
PIR sensing distance 65 ft (20 m) (< 77° F (25°C) at nor mal level)
Prep PIR sensing angle High / normal / low / o.
Main PIR sensing angle 35°
Operation mode Day / night
Trigger time 0.6 second (when using a 2G SD card)
Trigger interval 0 sec ~ 60 min, programmable
Shooting numbers 1 ~ 3
Video length 1 ~ 60 sec , programmable
Cam + Video Take picture rs t, then record video
Playback zoom in 1x ~ 16x
Time stamp On / O, inc ludes serial number, temp erature and moon phas e
Timer On / O , programmable
Password 4-digit numbers
Device s erial no. 4 digit s of 26 alphabet characters, user set
Periodic photo On / O, 1 se c ~ 24 hr apar t, programmable
MMS pic ture size VGA = 640 x 48 0 / OFF programmable
MMS number 0 = unlimited or 1 ~ 99 / day, prog rammable
Mobile phone no. 1 ~ 3 pho ne numbers, programmable
MMS email 0 or 1 email addresses, programmable
Low bat tery SMS aler t “Battery Low” text alert sent
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Item Specication
Power supply 1 x 4 or 2 x 4 AA batteries
External DC power adapter Plug Size: 4.0 x 1.7; Voltag e: 6 ~ 12 Vdc (1 ~ 2 A)
Standby current 0.4 mA
Standby time 3 ~ 6 months (with 4 or 8 x A A batterie s)
Auto power o Auto power o after 2 minutes of no keypad input
Power consumption 150 mA (add 650 mA when IR LED s are on)
Low battery alert 4.2 ~ 4.3 Vdc
Interfaces T V out, USB, SD card slot, 6 Vdc ex ternal adapter input
Mounting Strap, tripod, nail
Weather rating IP54
Operating temperature -22°F ~ +158°F (-30°C ~ +70°C)
Operating humidity 5% ~ 95%
Certications FCC, CE, RoHS
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APPENDIX A: MMS TROUBLESHOOTING
APPENDIX A
MMS Troubleshooting
Following are some common MMS problems and suggested solutions.
Q I set up a new receiving phone number, but MMS pictures are still being sent to the old number.
What should I do?
A Switch the camera OFF. Wait for two minutes, then switch it ON. Or, switch the camera OFF, take one battery out of the
MMS module battery bay, and then reinstall them.
Q Why did it take so long to receive MMS pictures / why didn’t I receive any MMS pictures?
A The signal is too weak or the batteries need to be replaced.
Q I programmed the camera to constantly take pictures, but some pictures were not sent to my phone.
Why?
A The camera can send MMS pictures to the recipient’s phone continuously. However, if the signal is weak, it may not work
consistently.
Q Why did I receive some pictures with partial image, and some with a red “X”?
A The camera was in motion when sending pictures. Or the signal was unstable.
Q I was sure the battery was quite low. But I didn’t get any text alert. Why?
A The camera assumes that you install new batteries when you start the camera. It tracks the usage of the batteries and texts
you when the power is low. If you replace the batteries with weak ones before receiving a text alert, the camera may not
send the alert.
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