Wingscapes BirdCam Pro User Manual

BirdCam Pro®

User’s Guide

For Models:

WCB-00116 - BirdCam

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Pro

6/6/13

Customer Support

Phone: 888.811.WING (9464)

Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Web: www.wingscapes.com/support

Address: Wingscapes

150 Industrial Road

Alabaster, AL 35007

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Table of Contents

Introduction
Important Care & Caution Information
Important Battery Information
Wingscapes Limited Warranty

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Quick Start Guide

Mounting Your BirdCam Pro

Default Settings

Specifications

Product Overview

Definitions

Camera Setup

Setup and Programming

1. Playback

2. Setup

3. Motion

4. Timelapse

5. Motion+T.L.

Memory & Storage
Warnings & Regulations

Downloading & Viewing Images
Connecting to a Computer

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Introduction

Thank you for your purchase of the Wingscapes BirdCam PRO Camera.

Your BirdCam camera is a compact high performance digital camera that uses infrared detection.
Your BirdCam uses an infrared detector to sense heat changes in the surrounding environment.
When movement from a heat source such as people or animals is detected, the camera will
trigger and take a picture or video clip. The BirdCam also features Time Lapse photography.
It is a rugged camera that is an ideal tool for spotting animals. Please enjoy this quality product
and follow these simple instructions, to keep your camera working properly and pay attention
to the following care and caution information:

Important Care & Caution Information

- Do not attempt to open the camera for any unauthorized service. This will void
the warranty.

- Keep the memory card out of the reach of children in order to avoid any risk of
it being swallowed.

- When the camera is not in use, please remove the memory card and batteries.

- Please don’t subject this camera to a strong shock or pressure. lt can cause a
loss in the weather resistant performance.

- Do not touch the lens with fingers. Use a soft lens cloth to clean lens.

Important Battery lnformation

- Only use Alkaline batteries. We recommend the use of Duracell or Energizer batteries.

- Do not mix old and new batteries. Always replace ALL the batteries at the same time.

- When the camera is not in use, please remove the batteries.

Wingscapes Limited Warranty

This product has been thoroughly tested and inspected before shipment. It is guaranteed
from defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase for 1 year. Under this
limited guarantee, we agree to replace or repair free of charge, any part or parts which
have been found to be defective in original material or workmanship. Should you require
in-warranty service, call our Customer Service Department. If your problem cannot be
addressed over the telephone, we may need you to send us your defective product, plus
proof of purchase.

IMPORTANT:
You must activate your warranty online at: www.wingscapes.com/warranty to be covered.

Customer Service Contact Information

Our Service Department will gladly answer any questions you may have.

Call: Toll Free: [phone]

Address: WINGSCAPES • 150 Industrial Road • Alabaster, AL 35007
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm CST

Register Online: www.wingscapes.com/warranty

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Quick Start Guide

Use the steps below as a guide to quickly set up your camera so it will function using the
factory default settings.

STEP 1

Open camera cover. Press the Battery Chamber Release button. Install 6 C-cell alkaline
batteries. Recommended for use: Duracell
Chamber into the camera until you hear an audible click.
Rechargeable batteries are not recommended.

Do not use lithium batteries.

STEP 2

Insert SD Memory Card (label side up) until you hear an audible click. Camera will not
operate without SD Card. Slide the power switch to ON. Move the Rotary Dial switch to
the SETUP position and set the time and date by pressing the LEFT button until TIME/
DATE appear on screen. Press OK to begin entering the Time and Date, using +/- buttons
to adjust the values and LEFT/RIGHT to move between fields.

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or Energizer® batteries. Reinsert the Battery

STEP 3

Mount Camera in desired location using a mounting
strap or other accessories offered by Wingscapes
(visit www.wingscapes.com for more information on
mounting accessories). Switch the camera to Laser
Aim by sliding the power switch to the corresponding
position. Aim camera using laser projection to
determine target location.

STEP 4

Slide the power switch to the ON position. Turn the
Rotary Dial to the mode of operation desired and
close the cover. The camera will operate using default
settings for the respective mode selected. You may
also customize the settings if desired. Press the Right
(>) button to begin filming.

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Mounting your BirdCam Pro

The key to taking great BirdCam Pro photos
and videos is proper mounting and placement
of the BirdCam Pro. One reason the BirdCam
Pro captures such unique images is that it can
be positioned very close to wild birds without
frightening them. Most BirdCam photos are
taken within three feet of their subjects.
BirdCam users aim their BirdCams at a wide
variety of targets: bird feeders, bird houses,
nests, bird baths, common perches, etc.
Accordingly, we designed the BirdCam Pro so
that it can be mounted many different ways.
Take a moment to learn more about mounting
your BirdCam properly, and you will quickly
see improvement in your images.

Basic Principles

1. Stability - Mount the BirdCam securely

so that it does not move. It should never be
hung from above or mounted to an object
that moves in the wind. If the BirdCam is
moving, it will cause the motion sensor to
trigger incorrectly.

2. Focus - Note that the BirdCam Pro lens
can be focused manually. This is a snap. Use
the included measuring tape to measure the
distance between the BirdCam Pro and its
target. Set the lens accordingly.

3. Lighting - As with all cameras, it is best to
avoid aiming the BirdCam at the source of
light (for instance, the sun). Ideally during
daytime, position the BirdCam Pro so it is
facing its target, e.g. a bird feeder, but facing
away from the sun.

On the Ground

For ground-loving birds, set up is simple.
Just position your BirdCam directly on the
ground. If you’re concerned about it falling
over, use the included Stretch Cords to secure
the BirdCam to the base of a tree, a post, or
other solid feature (a brick works great).

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Tripods

For very precise placement and aiming,
no mounting method will beat a camera
tripod. A standard threaded tripod mount
(¼”-20) is
rear of the BirdCam Pro
to attach the
or any of thousands
mounting accessories – providing users
with a world of creative opportunities
through angle and height adjustment.

embedded into the bottom and

. This allows users

BirdCam Pro to any tripod

of 3rd-party camera

Mounting Strap

The BirdCam Pro comes with a Mounting

to facilitate mounting. You will find

Strap
slots in the rear of the BirdCam Pro

which a strap can be threaded.

through
Many users will tighten the BirdCam Pro to
a tree, then wedge a stick or piece of bark
between the BirdCam Pro and the tree to
facilitate aiming.

Mounting Arm Accessories

Wingscapes offers two optional mounting
accessories for the BirdCam Pro:

BirdCam Mounting Arm

(WSBR01)

and

Outdoor Camera Mounting Bracket

(WSBR02)

Both accessories allow you to easily mount
the BirdCam to a common bird feeder
pole, a post, a stake, a wall, or a tree. The
primary difference between these two is
that the BirdCam Mounting Arm is longer.
Numerous angle settings and 360° rotation
make these mounting arms one of the
most versatile setup options.

Your Wingscapes BirdCam Pro offers
nearly limitless mounting opportunities,
allowing you to capture images of wildlife
in practically any situation.

To read more about attracting birds to
your feeder and BirdCam Pro, visit our
website at www.wingscapes.com.

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Default Settings

Factory Settings

SETUP MENU DEFAULT

TAKE PHOTO, VIDEO OR BOTH: PHOTO

PHOTO RESOLUTION: WideHD 1920 x 1080

VIDEO LENGTH: 10 SECONDS

FLASH: AUTO 50%

LIGHT SOURCE: OTHER

IMPRINT INFO: YES

DATE/TIME: 01/01/99 12:00am

CAMERA NAME: BIRDCAM

RESET IMAGE NUMBERING: NO

WIFI SD CARD: NO

ERASE ALL MEMORY: NO

UPGRADE FIRMWARE NO

MOTION DETECT SETTINGS DEFAULT

RESET MOTION DECTION OPTIONS: NO

SENSITIVITY: MEDIUM

NO. OF SHOTS PER DELAY: 4

DETECTION DELAY: 10 MINUTES

TIME LAPSE SETTINGS DEFAULT

RESET TIMELAPSE OPTIONS: NO

TIMELAPSE INTERVAL: 1 MIN

T.L. PROGRAMS PER DAY: 1 PROGRAM

T.L. PROGRAM 1-START: 6 AM

T.L. PROGRAM 1-STOP: 6PM

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