Fowke Innovation E40G 4G LTE HD Trail Camera User Manual

June 9, 2024
Fowke Innovation

User Manual

E40G 4G LTE HD Trail Camera

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.
Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a 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 communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, 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 measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and 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.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.

Safety and Warning

Incorrect use may damage the camera or cause danger.
Before use, please read and observe the following safety and warning contents carefully.
Hazards to people who are incapable of using cameras

  • It is forbidden for children to use the camera alone, and can only be used by normal adults.

Electric shock and fire hazard

  • If the camera is damaged or foreign objects entered, please power off the camera immediately, otherwise there is a danger of fire or explosion.
  • Using an external power supply may cause electric shock or fire. Please keep the camera and power supply dry and ventilated, and do not cover with any objects.
  • Do not use external power supply during thunder or lightning, otherwise it may cause electric shock or other accidents.

Use safety warnings

  • It is forbidden to drop, hit, squeeze or puncture the camera.
  • It is forbidden to use corrosive chemicals to clean the camera.
  • It is forbidden to be close to high temperature or flammable materials.
  • It is forbidden to disassemble or repair the camera by yourself.

Use, Protection and Storage

  • The camera must be mounted in a firm place.
  • The camera has a rainproof function and can be used outdoors.
  • The camera cannot be submerged. It is forbidden to immerse the camera in water.
  • It is forbidden to use the camera upside down. Before it works, all toggle hasps must be fastened and the waterproof plug must be covered.
  • If the camera is not in use, the batteries must be taken out and placed in a dry place.
  • Man-made damages such as bumps and drops are not covered by the warranty.

Waste disposal

  • It is prohibited to dispose of the camera and its accessories as household waste. Discarding at will is prohibited.
  • Please classify and handle it according to local laws and regulations.

Other warnings

  • Please abide by local policies and regulations on the use of wireless products. Do not use the camera where it is prohibited to use.
  • Please abide by the relevant local policies and regulations on personal privacy protection.

Check before use
To ensure your interests, please take a test shot to check before use.
We will not be liable for additional damages caused by improper use or malfunction of this camera.

About the manual

  • The manual is a general guide for the use of the Trail camera, and the pictures contained in it are for reference only.
  • We do our best to keep the content correct. If the manual does not match the camera due to update or software upgrade, please refer to the actual product without prior notice.
  • Due to the need to improve the user experience, the APP may be upgraded, adjusted or added with menus and functions. Please refer to the actual situation of the APP to operate and use, without prior notice.

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Microsoft and windows are trademarks registered by Microsoft Corporation.
Pentium is a trademark registered by Intel Corporation.
Macintosh is a trademark registered by Apple Inc.
Other names or products referenced in this manual may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

About the Trail camera

Thank you for purchasing this HD Trail camera! If you encounter problems during use, please contact us in time.

1.1 Features

  • This is a 4G-LTE Trail camera that works automatically 24 hours a day.
  • When a person or animal enters the detection range, the camera automatically takes a photo or record a video, and sends a notification to the mobile phone APP.
  • User can enable real-time monitoring, talk duplex on the mobile phone APP.
  • It is widely used in monitoring/ surveillance, Wildlife monitoring and captivating animal shots, hunting, garden security and other application scenarios, especially suitable for outdoor and suburban use without power supply or wired network.

It has the following features:

◆Support 4G-LTE
◆APP operation
◆14MP photo
◆IP66
◆Support dual power supply (internal AA batteries, external power supply)| ◆Remote access
◆Cloud storage
◆2.7K video
◆H.265
◆IR night vision| ◆Two-way mode
◆Live video
◆0.4s trigger
◆ All-weather work automatically
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1.2 Trail camera diagrams

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1.3 Switch & Key function description

Icon Name Function description
【VIDEO/PHOTO/OFF】switch OFF: Power off. Turn off the power and the camera

stops working.
PHOTO: When the camera senses a signal, it will automatically take a photo.
VIDEO: When the camera senses a signal, it will automatically record a video.
| 【RESET】key| Press and hold 【RESET】 for 5 seconds to reset the system and restart the camera

Warning:
Do not charge the camera through the USB port. It is only used for factory debugging and has no functions available to users.

Start to use

This chapter will tell you how to prepare the camera before use, including inserting the Nano SIM card and Memory card, and inserting the batteries.
2.1 Insert Nano SIM card and Memory card
2.1.1 The camera must be inserted into a Nano SIM card and a Memory card to work properly. Before using the camera, please connect your phone and open the APP to format the Memory card.
2.1.2 Unfasten the toggle hasp and open the front cover.
2.1.3 Insert the Nano SIM card into the SIM card slot and push it in until you hear a “click”. As shown below: The missing corner of the Nano SIM card is aimed at SIM card slot with the metal contacts are facing down.

Fowke Innovation E40G 4G LTE HD Trail Camera - card in this
direction

2.1.4 Insert the memory card into the memory card slot and push it in until you hear a “click”. As shown below: The missing corner of the memory card is aimed at memory card slot with the metal contacts are facing down.

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Notice:
Do not remove or insert the Nano SIM card and memory card when the camera is working, otherwise the Nano SIM card or memory card will be damaged. Please use a Nano SIM card that complies with the local 4G-LTE network standard. For details, please consult your local carrier. Please use a qualified CLASS4 or above memory card, the inferior memory card will cause the camera to not work properly.
2.2 Insert batteries
Insert batteries into the camera before use. The camera uses 8 AA batteries.
2.2.1 Unfasten the battery compartment cover toggle hasp as shown, open the cover.
2.2.2 Insert 8 AA batteries according to the polarity marks shown on the battery compartment.
2.2.3 Keep the battery compartment cover clean, close the cover, and fasten the toggle hasp.
2.2.4 Slide 【VIDEO/PHOTO/OFF】switch to “Photo” or “Video”, the network indicator will be on, which shows that the batteries are inserted correctly.

Fowke Innovation E40G 4G LTE HD Trail Camera - Open the
battery

Insert batteries according to the specified polarity marks, and do not mix old and new batteries. Incorrectly placed batteries will not power on and may damage the camera or be dangerous. After the batteries are inserted, the toggle hasp must be fastened, otherwise water or dust will enter and damage the camera. If the camera will not be used for a
long time, please take out all batteries to avoid damage to the camera.
2.3 Install antenna
2.3.1 Remove the dust cap of the antenna base on the top of the camera.
2.3.2 Install the antenna to the antenna base and tighten it clockwise.
Notice:
The antenna can be adjusted in direction and angle. Properly adjust the direction of the antenna to get the best 4G signal.
2.4 Use external power supply
When using the camera for a long time, you can use an external power supply to reduce battery power usage.
2.4.1 Insert the batteries according to Article 2.2, and slide the 【 VIDEO/PHOTO/OFF 】 switch to “PHOTO” or “VIDEO”.
2.4.2 Open the waterproof plug of the DC-IN port, and insert the external power supply output into the DC-IN port.
2.4.3 After the camera detects the external power supply, it will automatically switch to the external power supply.

Fowke Innovation E40G 4G LTE HD Trail Camera - waterproof
plug

Notice:
The qualified specification of external power supply: DC12V/1.5A.
It is not necessary to take out the batteries when connecting to an external power supply,.
When the external power supply is not used, please cover the waterproof plug.
2.5 Mount and fix the camera
To ensure the camera works safely, please mount the camera in a firm place, you can use a strap or bracket to fix the camera.
2.5.1 Using a strap to fix the camera
Pass the strap through the hanging hole on the back of the camera, then fix the strap on a tree or other firm object, adjust the camera’s shooting angle, and tie the strap tightly. As shown below:

Fowke Innovation E40G 4G LTE HD Trail Camera - Strap

2.5.2 Use a bracket to fix the camera
Mount the bracket on a fixed object (such as a wall or a tree), screw the bracket screws into the screw holes on the bottom of the camera, and tighten it. Adjust the camera angle and tighten all the screws. As shown below:

Screw the bracket screw into the tripod screw hole and tighten it clockwise
Notice:
After the camera is mounted, please fasten all the toggle hasps and cover the waterproof plug. If the camera is mounted close to the ground, make sure that the bottom of the camera is more than 20cm from the ground.
2.6 Power on
2.6.1 Slide 【 VIDEO/PHOTO/OFF 】switch to the “PHOTO” or “VIDEO”, the 4G signal indicator and the network indicator will be on, which shows that the camera is powered on.
2.6.2 4G signal indicator can indicate three states, as shown belo

Indicator color Meaning
Red Weak 4G signal
Blue Medium 4G signal
Green Strong 4G signal

2.6.3 The network indicator can indicate two states, as shown below:

Indicator color Meaning
Blue 4G network connection is successful
Flashing red the camera is faulty, please contact customer service
Red and blue flash alternately and rapidly No Nano SIM card detected
Red and blue flash alternately and slowly SIM card runs out of 4G data or out

of service

Notice:
To save power, the indicator will automatically power off after a period of time. Any operation on the APP to activate the camera indicator.
2.7 Change working mode
The camera has two working modes: Video mode and Photo mode.
2.7.1 Slide【VIDEO/PHOTO/OFF】 switch to “VIDEO”, and the camera works in “Video Mode”. In this mode, the camera will automatically record a video when it senses a signal.
2.7.2 Slide 【VIDEO/PHOTO/OFF】 switch to “PHOTO”, the camera will work in “Photo Mode”. In this mode, the camera will automatically take a photo when it senses a signal.
2.8 Reset
If user makes the wrong menu settings and the camera does not work properly, sure can use the camera’s reset function.
2.8.1 Keep the camera on, and keep the【VIDEO/PHOTO/OFF】switch at the “PHOTO” or “VIDEO”.
2.8.2 Use a thin needle to insert the【RESET】key hole, press and hold the 【RESET】 for 5 seconds, the camera can be restored to the factory default settings.
2.8.3 After the reset operation, you must delete the camera in the APP- click “Delete the device”, and then add the camera- click “Add a device” in the APP again, then you can continue to use the camera.
Notice:
After resetting, the camera menus are restored to the factory settings. Saved photo or video files will not be deleted by this action.
2.9 Power off
2.9.1 Slide【VIDEO/PHOTO/OFF】switch to “OFF”, the camera will be powered off.
2.9.2 After the camera is powered off, it needs to wait for 3 seconds before powering it on again.
2.9.3 If the camera will not be used for a long time, please take out all batteries inside the camera.
Notice:
If slide 【 VIDEO/PHOTO/OFF 】 switch while the camera is working, the photo or video is shooting will be automatically saved.
3 Use the camera
This article helps you use the camera and operate on the APP.
3.1 Monitoring shooting
After inserting the SIM card and memory card into the camera, inserting the batteries and powering it on, please check whether the camera is working properly. Mount the camera to the shooting area, adjust the camera height and angle, and aim the lens at the shooting area.
The APP that matches the camera is “UCon”. Please download and install the APP “UCon”, then open the APP “UCON” on your mobile phone, register an account, log in and set the relevant parameters as needed, the camera enters the monitoring state, which can automatically monitor and shoot animals or people that are moving within the field of vision, and can be viewed in real time.
Notice

  1. The lens needs to be aimed at the shooting range.
  2. Battery life will vary in different modes or in different environments.

3.2 Set up and Use APP
3.2.1 Scan the QR code to download and install the APP
Please scan the QR code below with your mobile phone to download and install the APP “UCon”

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https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ucon/id1513302809| http://app.ubianet.com/app/ucon

3.2.2 You can also search for “UCon” APP directly in the APP store, download and install it on your phone Android Phone: Search “UCon” in the Google Play.
IOS Phone: Search “UCon” in the App Store.
3.2.3 Register account
3.2.3.1 Open the APP “UCon” on your mobile phone, click “Register”, and follow the on-screen prompts on the APP to register.
3.2.3.2 Set the login password, enter the verification code, and click “Register”.
3.2.3.3 After successful registration, enter the account name, password, and click “Login” to log in to the account.

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3.2.4 Add the camera
3.2.4.1 Click “Add a device”, then choose and click “Setup 4G Dvice”.

Fowke Innovation E40G 4G LTE HD Trail Camera - Add the
camera3.2.4.2 After the camera’s network indicator turns blue, scan the QR code on the camera.

Fowke Innovation E40G 4G LTE HD Trail Camera - Add the
camera1

Notice:
Please add the camera in a place with good 4G network signal, and make sure both the camera and the mobile phone have good signal.
When the signal is poor, it may cause the failure of adding the camera, or the remote function may not be available.
3.2.4.3 After the scan is successful, wait for the connection. After the connection is completed, you can enter a device name and address, and then click “Next” to complete adding the camera to the APP. After the camera is added successfully, the APP will display the current preview screen of the camera, and “Online” will be displayed in the lower left corner of the screen.

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successfu

Notice:
If the camera is no longer bound to a phone, please reset the camera. Otherwise, the camera cannot be bound to other mobile phones.
3.2.5 Use APP
3.2.5.1 Open the APP on the mobile phone, the display is as follows, please refer to the APP for related operations.

Fowke Innovation E40G 4G LTE HD Trail Camera - related
operations3.2.5.2 Click the screen to enter the preview mode, the APP displays as follows, and you can perform relevant operations:

Fowke Innovation E40G 4G LTE HD Trail Camera - Switch video
resolutions

Click the Cloud video icon to enter the cloud video review, as shown below. Click the Calender icon, select a date to view the cloud video of the day, and you can view videos saved in Cloud video.

Fowke Innovation E40G 4G LTE HD Trail Camera - enter the
cloud

3.2.5.4 Play back local files
Click the local Album icon to enter the local album, as shown above, and you can View photos and videos saved in local album.
3.2.5.5 Click the “Me” icon to enter account management, as shown below, and you can perform relevant operations:

Fowke Innovation E40G 4G LTE HD Trail Camera - change
password

3.3 Matters needing attention
3.3.1 The wake-up times and shooting times of the camera will affect the battery life, and using the 4G function or shooting at night will consume a lot of power.
In order to prolong the battery life, please set the camera parameters reasonably: it is recommended to set the remote Work mode to One-way, PIR Detection sensitivity to Low , and PIR trigger interval to a longer time.
When the battery is low, in the upper right corner of the camera screen of the APP, the notification “Low battery, please charge” will appear, please replace the batteries in time.
3.3.2 If the camera uses 4G for a long time, works at night, or shoots at high frequency, it is recommended to use an external power supply.
3.3.3 Please use the wireless function in a place with a good network signal. If the local signal is weak,.it may cause the camera to be disconnected or unable to operate remotely. If this happens, please adjust the antenna direction or change the location where the camera is installed.
3.3.4 The camera has two remote modes: Dual-way mode and One-way mode.
Dual-way mode: for remote real-time live video viewing and setting. In the dual-way mode, the camera consumes a lot of power. It is recommended to use this mode only for setting, and change it to one-way mode after setting.
One-way mode: The camera automatically senses and captures a photo. When it detects an object, it triggers and takes a photo, and sends a notification to the phone. The one-way mode saves more power.
Notice:
In One-way mode, if the user switches it to Dual-way mode in the Settings, the camera will change to Dual-way mode only when it is triggered again.
3.3.5 The camera supports APP remote wake-up and infrared detection wake-up. After each wake-up work is completed, it will automatically enter the sleep state .
3.3.6 The camera provides a free trial period of the cloud service. If you want to continue using the cloud service, please recharge your account.

Appendix

4.1 Common faults and troubleshooting

Problems Possible reasons Solutions
Camera won’t power on Low battery or wrong batteries Replace with correct

batteries
Batteries are inserted incorrectly| Insert the batteries correctly
There are foreign objects on the contacts of the battery
compartment cover| Check the battery compartment cover and clean up foreign objects if any
External power supply of wrong specification or connection error| Use a suitable external power supply and connect it correctly
Operating temperature is too high or too low| Use in places where the temperature is suitable
Camera powers off suddenly| Low battery| Replace with new batteries or use an external power supply
Normal during the day, photos taken are dark at night| Low battery or wrong external power supply| Replace with new batteries or an external power supply that meets requirements
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Does not read memory card or save files

| Power outage before file storage| Replace with new batteries or use an external power supply
Memory card write speed is too

slow

| Replace with a CALSS4 or above memory card
Memory card is damaged or does not meet specifications| Replace with a memory card that meets the specifications and format it with the camera


Camera freezes while working

| Low battery or wrong external power supply| Replace with new batteries or an external power supply that meets requirements
Damaged or poor quality memory card| Replace with a qualified memory card and format it with the camera, reset and restart the camera






Camera consumes a lot of power

| Camera settings, PIR interval is too short| Choose a longer PIR interval
Camera settings, PIR sensitivity is too high| Choose a lower PIR sensitivity.
too many shots at night| IR LEDs consume a lot of power at night. If you shoot a lot at night, it is better to use an external power supply
Dual-way mode is enabled, or the 4G communication is used for too long| Switch to One-way mode, or reduce the time of of using 4G communication
The above settings are the balance between camera performance and battery life. Please refer to the manual for proper settings to get a better effect and battery life.
**** Water has gotten into the camera or the lens is foggy| The waterproof ring has fallen off or there is a foreign object| Check the waterproof rings, keep the waterproof rings clean, and make sure the waterproof rings are placed correctly
The toggle hasps are not fastened

or waterproof plug is not tightly covered.

| Before using the camera, please check and fasten all toggle buckles and cover the waterproof plug
Improper use, such as putting the camera in water| The camera is rainproof, but it is forbidden to put it in water
Mounting or using the camera incorrectly, such as upside down| To mount the camera correctly, the top of the camera must face up and the camera must be mounted vertically
If the camera lens is foggy, or water gets into the camera but it works, power it off and take out the batteries immediately. Wipe off any water or mist with a dry towel, then open the camera cover and place it upright in a ventilated place, and use it again after it is completely dry
Does not work properly when using an external power supply| Poor power connection| Check each port to make sure each connector is securely connected
Wrong external power supply| Replace with a qualified external power supply
It shows no 4G signal| No nano SIM card inserted| Insert the nano SIM card as required
The contact of nano SIM card is not good| Clean the nano SIM card contacts and reinsert
There is no 4G signal in the area where the camera is located| Move the camera to an area with 4G service
| Carrier do not provide the service| Contact your local carrier
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Slow remote transmission| 4G network signal is poor| Move the camera position, or adjust the antenna direction to maintain a better 4G signal
Carrier network speed is slow| Consult your local carrier
Other issues| The camera can be powered on, but there are other unusual problems| Replace with fully charged batteries
Replace with a qualified memory card and format it with the camera
Reset and restart the camera
If the above methods do not solve the problem, the camera may be damaged, please contact the dealer.

4.2 4G network standard
According to the supported 4G network standard, there are European version and North American version, please choose the version according to the local 4G network.

European version| Applicable to areas (in Europe) that comply with the following 4G frequency bands:
LTE-FDD:B1/B3/B5/B7/B8/B20
GSM/GPRS/EDGE 900/1800MHZ
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North American Version| Applicable to areas (in North America) that comply with the following 4G frequency bands:
LTE-FDD:B2/B4/B5/B12/B13/B14/B25/B26/B66/B71
LTE-TDD:B41

4.3 Technical Specifications

Image sensor CMOS sensor 4.0MP, 14.0MP (interpolation)
Memory Support SD card up to 128GB
Lens F/1.6   f=4mm , FOV: 90°
Trigger time 0.4s
IR LEDs 940nm/38pcs
Detection sensitivity High/ Normal/ Low
Detection distance 0~20m
Detection angle 120°
PIR trigger interval 0 sec~5 min
Working mode Photo mode/ Video mode
Photo JPEG, 14.0MP (5120*2880)
Video MP4, H.265, 2.7K (2560*1440)
Video length 5sec/10sec/20sec/30sec
Microphone Yes, built-in
Speaker Yes, built-in
Remote control Support, mobile phone remote operation, Two-way awake-up
Mobile APP Yes, APP Name: UCon
Live video Support
Cloud storage Support
Operating voltage DC 12V
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Battery 8 AA batteries (not included)
External power supply DC 12V/1.5A (not included)
SIM card Nano SIM card
Language Automatic, change with the phone system language
Standby time 150days (8 AA batteries)
Operating temperature -10℃ ~ 40℃
Storage temperature -20℃ ~ 60℃
Waterproof rating IP66
Dimensions 101(L)86(W)336(H) mm (including antenna)
Weight About 285±5g (without batteries)

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