Wildgame Innovations SPARK SWTC2 Digital Game Scouting Camera User Manual

SPARK SWTC2 Digital Game Scouting Camera

USER’S MANUAL

Battery Installation

1. Open the door at the bottom of the camera by pulling the latch.

2. Drop the battery tray by sliding the orange EJECT latch to the right.

3. Align the batteries with the positive (+) facing up on the outside, and the negative (-1) facing up on the inside.

NOTE : Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable (ni-cad, ni-mh, etc) batteries.

SD Card Installation

4. Load SD memory card (up to 32GB) into the SD card slot with the notch in first and the metal pins facing you.

IMPORTANT : Make sure the camera is powered off before removing or installing an SD card.

If you are using an 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 ok to use straight from the package.

5. No SD card message will appear after power up if the SD card is missing or corrupted.

Time Zone

1. Slide the TIMEZONE switch to set your time zone first.

P – On behalf of the Pacific region, the time after the camera successfully receives the RCC signal will be reduced by 8 hours from the time set on the signal transmitter; UTC -8hr
M – On behalf of the Mountain region, the time after the camera successfully receives the RCC signal will signal will be reduced by 7 hours from the time set on the signal transmitter; UTC -7hr
C – On behalf of the Central region, the time after the camera successfully receives the RCC signal will signal will be reduced by 6 hours from the time set on the signal transmitter; UTC -6hr
E – On behalf of the Eastern region, the time after the camera successfully receives the RCC signal will signal will be reduced by 5 hours from the time set on the signal transmitter; UTC -5hr

Delay

1. Slide the DELAY switch to select your delay setting.
Delay is the time for the camera to take the next photo or video after 15 seconds, 30 seconds, or 1 minute.

Power

1. Move the MODE switch to Photo or Video mode to turn the camera on.
2. When the camera is powered on for 3 seconds, the LCD will display the factory default (incorrect) time. After 30 seconds, the LCD will turn off and the camera will immediately begin capturing images.

Note: The camera’s test LED will blink on each photo/video trigger for the first 3 minutes of operation. After that time, the test LED will remain off.

Manual Settings – Time

While the camera is switched on, if the OK button is pressed then the LCD will light up.

1. To change time, start by pressing and releasing the OK navigation button to set the hour.

2. Press the + navigation button to go up in sequence.

3. When the hour is set , repeat steps 1 and 2 to set the minutes.

Manual Settings – Date

1. Press the OK navigation button after setting the minute to change the date.

2. Press the + navigation button to go up in sequence.

3. When the month is set , repeat steps 1 and 2 to set the day and year.

Atomic Clock Sync

This camera can automatically acquire the time and date from the atomic clock radio station WWVB. To initiate the sync, press and hold the + button for 5 seconds while powering the camera on.

The camera will then attempt to sync. During this time, the test LED will blink yellow and the LCD screen will display the word SYNC. When the time is acquired, the test LED will blink green and the camera will briefly display the acquired time before capturing photos/videos.

If the camera is not able to acquire the time after 10 minutes of syncing, the LED will blink red and the LCD will display the last saved time. The camera will attempt to sync every 6 hours, but will continue to capture photos/videos during that time.

If the time is successfully acquired or is manually set, the camera will attempt a sync at 1AM every day to ensure that the time is accurate. The test LED will not light up during this sync to avoid alerting animals, but the screen will still display SYNC.

Image

PICTURES DISPLAY:

A- Time
B- Date
C- Moon Phase
D- Photo Count

Mounting

1. When mounting to a tree, first remove the clip from one end of the strap so you can slide the strap through the slots located on the back of the camera. Once the camera is attached, place the clip back on to the strap. Then, wrap the strap around the tree and clip the two ends together. Pull the excess material so that the camera is strapped tightly to the tree.

IMPORTANT TIPS:

• Recommended distance from target area is 25-30 feet for optimal imaging quality.
• To improve the quality of your images, try not to mount the unit facing the rising or the setting sun in order to avoid direct sunlight into the camera lens.
• If mounting to a feeder unit or dusty environment, be sure to clean the camera lens cover, incandescent flash cover, and the PIR sensor cover on a regular basis.
• Periodically check the mounting of the camera to ensure it is not loose.
• Make sure that you securely latch the door closed every time you use the camera, as the moisture seal will not be activated unless closed properly.
• Check batteries frequently to ensure no corrosive build-up, as this may cause harm to the camera.

Retrieving Images (SD Card Reader)

1. First, remove the SD Card from the camera by pressing on it until it automatically ejects.

2. Next, insert the SD card into your SD card reader.
Please refer to your card reader’s owner’s manual for the proper way of viewing the files.

You can also use the WGI SD Card Reader for Apple or Android to access and upload your photos to the cloud using the WGI Huntsmart app on your mobile device.

Format SD Card

Having trouble with your SD card? Try this.
To format your SD card using your camera Press and hold the OK button for 5 seconds while turning the camera on. While the camera is formatting the card, the LCD screen will display DLT (delete).

WARNING: formatting your SD card will delete all files placed on it.

SDXC CARDS ARE NOT SUPPORTED

To format your SD card using your computer
1. Connect the SD card to your computer. If your computer has an SD card slot you can insert the SD card directly into the port.

NOTE : If you are using a MicroSD card, you will need an adapter to allow it to fit into standard SD card ports. If your computer does not have an SD card port built-in, you can use an external USB card reader that plugs into any USB port on your computer.

2. Open (Windows) File Explorer by pressing Win + E on simultaneously your keyboard.

3. Right-click the drive letter associated with your memory device, then select ”Format”

4. Ensure FAT32 is selected under “File System”

5. Ensure “Quick Format” is checked

6. Click “Start”

Limited Warranty

Your Wildga me Innovations scouting camera is covered by a 365 Day 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.

This camera must be registered with Wildgame Innovations via web, email, or customer service phone support, and accompanied with a reciept from the point of purchase, for any Factory Reset options to be available.

Tampering with or altering the unit will void the warranty. Any unauthorized service will void warranty. A copy of your original sales receipt must be produced for any warranty service and a Return Authorization (RA) number must be obtained from customer service at 1.888.508.5922 prior to returning product.

Wildgame Innovations is not responsible for any lost untraceable packages or those without a Return Authorization at the time of return.

Technical Support Email:

Customerservice@gsmorg.com
Please allow 48 hours for email response.

Wildgame Innovations
P.O. Box 535189
Grand Prairie, TX 75053-9504

Customer Service
Toll Free: 877-269-8490
Call Center Hours
Mon – Fri / 8AM – 5 PM (CST)

FCC STATEMENT

Product Name: Digital Game Scouting Camera

Trade Name: Wildgame Innovations

MODEL# WGI-SWTC2

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 the receiver.
• Conned 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.

CAUTION : Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible could void the user’s authority to operate this device. Product specifications are subject to change. Wildgame Innovations is not responsible for any photographic or typographical errors.

IC WARNING

This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s license- exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference. (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. This equipment meets the exemption from the routine evaluation limits in section of RSS-102. It should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and any part of your body.

Product specifications are subject to change. Good Sportsman Marketing, LLC is not responsible for any photographic or typographical errors. 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 / 8,895,926.

GSM, LLC
P.O. Box 535189
Grand Prairie, Texas 75053
Toll-free 877-269-8490
www.gsmoutdoors.com
www.wildgameinnovations.com

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