SPYPOINT FLEX-S Camera Cellular Solar Trail Camera User Guide

June 13, 2024
SPYPOINT

SPYPOINT FLEX-S Camera Cellular Solar Trail Camera

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Product Information

The product is the FLEX-S Camera, version 1.0, which is a surveillance camera designed for outdoor use. It comes with various components, including a camera, antenna & gasket, charging cable, 2 preactivated SIM cards, installation strap (sold separately), memory card (2 to 512 GB class 10 ultra- high speed new microSD card), and optional accessories like 8 AA lithium non- rechargeable batteries or a LIT-22 rechargeable lithium battery pack.

Components:

  • Microphone
  • IR LED
  • Light sensor
  • Delay light
  • Photo lens
  • Detection lens
  • Battery level indicator
  • Signal level indicator
  • STATUS light
  • FORMAT button
  • TEST button
  • OFF/ON switch
  • Antenna
  • Antenna gasket
  • Antenna O-Ring
  • 12V jack
  • Cable lock hole
  • Locking latch
  • Slots for installation strap
  • Screw thread for the standard battery door
  • microSD card slot
  • Micro SIM card slots
  • Battery tray
  • Solar Panel

The device is compliant with CAN ICES-3(B)/ NMB-3(B) and FCC part 15 rules. It operates on a specific frequency, which can be found on the FLEX-S help web page. The product comes with a 2-year limited warranty.

Product Usage Instructions

  1. Charge the internal battery:
    • Connect the 12Vdc connector (charging cable) to the camera while it is turned off.
    • The status light will turn red, indicating charging. It will turn off when fully charged.
    • It is recommended to charge the battery fully, which may take approximately 12 hours.
  2. Create an account on spypoint.com/activate.
  3. Download the SPYPOINT app and sign in.
  4. In the Cameras tab of the app, press the “Add Camera” button and follow the on-screen instructions to add your camera.
  5. Screw in the antenna and insert the memory card and batteries:
    • Follow the arrow orientation to insert the tray for the memory card and batteries.
  6. Turn your camera ON:
    • All LEDs will begin to blink.
  7. Format your memory card:
    • Immediately hold down the format button until the FORMAT LED blinks green.
    • The format is complete when the LED stops blinking.
  8. Press the TEST button to receive a photo.
  9. Turn your camera OFF until you’re ready to install it in the field.
  10. In the field:
    • Install your camera in a location where the solar panel will receive at least 4 hours of direct sunlight.
    • Ensure the installation strap is oriented north or south, and the camera’s lens sight is clear of leaves, branches, or tall grass.
    • The recommended height for installation is 25 ft (7.5 m).
  11. Turn your camera ON and test it again (follow steps 6 & 8).
  • For more detailed instructions, LED light pattern descriptions, the complete user manual, and other helpful information, you can visit spypoint.com/FLEXS-guide.
  • Note: The installation strap is sold separately, and additional tips for installation can be found in the user manual.
  • For disposal instructions, warranty details, and any additional information, please visit spypoint.com/warranty.
  • Thank you for choosing SPYPOINT!

IN THE BOX

  • FLEX-S Camera ANTENNA & GASKET
  • CHARGING CABLE
  • 2 SIM CARDS
  • Preactivated and inserted (do not remove)
  • INSTALLATION STRAP

REQUIRED (sold separately)

  • MEMORY CARD 2 to 512 GB class 10 ultra-high speed new microSD card
  • 8 AA Lithium non-rechargeable recommended (optional)
  • LIT-22 Rechargeable lithium battery pack (optional)

BEFORE YOU GO TO THE FIELD

Getting ready, first time use

  • Charge the internal battery.
  • While the camera is off, plug the 12Vdc connector (charging cable) to the camera. The status light will illuminate red while charging and turn off when fully charged. It is recommended to charge the battery fully (approximately 12 hours).
  • Create an account on spypoint.com/activate .
  • Download the SPYPOINT app and sign in.
  • In the Cameras tab, press the + button.
  • Follow the instructions on the screen to add your camera.
  • Screw in the antenna & insert a memory card, and batteries.
  • Insert the tray following the arrow orientation. SPYPOINT-FLEX-S-Camera-Cellular-Solar-Trail-Camera-fig-5

Turn your camera ON

  • All LEDs will begin to blink.

Format your memory card

  • Immediately hold down the format button until the FORMAT LED blinks green. The format is complete when the LED stops blinking.
  • Press the TEST button to receive a photo.
  • Turn your camera OFF until you’re ready to install it in the field.

IN THE FIELD

  • Install your camera in a location where the solar panel will receive at least 4 hours of direct sunlight.

Tips

  • Use: Installation strap
  • Orientation: North or South
  • Height: Subject’s mid-body
  • Lens sight: No leaves, branches, or tall grass in front
  • Turn your camera ON & test it. (Steps 6 & 8)

COMPONENTS

  1. Microphone
  2. IR LED
  3. Light sensor
  4. Delay light
  5. Photo lens
  6. Detection lens
  7. Battery level
  8. Signal level
  9. STATUS light
  10. FORMAT button
  11. TEST button
  12. OFF/ON switch
  13. Antenna
  14. Antenna gasket
  15. Antenna O-Ring
  16. 12 V jack
  17. Cable lock hole
  18. Locking latch
  19. Slots for installation strap
  20. Screw-thread for standard ¼”-20 tripod mount
  21. Battery door
  22. microSD card slot
  23. Micro SIM card slots
  24. Battery tray
  25. Solar PanelSPYPOINT-FLEX-S-Camera-Cellular-Solar-Trail-Camera-fig-13

DISPOSAL

  • Only use original spare parts and accessories.
  • If, one day, your camera has been used so intensively that it has to be replaced, or if you no longer have any use for it, you are obliged to dispose of it at a recycling center.
  • Information on return points for your electrical appliance can be obtained from your local waste disposal company or from your local administrative offices.
  • Electrical appliances not only contain valuable recyclable raw materials but also substances that, if disposed of improperly, can affect public health and the environment.
  • Help ensure that valuable raw materials are recycled by returning your old appliance to a central collection point.
  • The WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive) symbol represents the obligation.

FREQUENCY

FCC

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

  1. This device must not cause harmful interference.
  2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

WARRANTY

2-year limited warranty, visit spypoint.com/warranty for complete details.

  • Thank you for choosing SPYPOINT SPYPOINT FLEX-S | Made in India
  • FCC ID: XMR201807EG91NA IC ID: 10224A-2018EG91NA
  • Distribution Center 3000 Gannett Avenue, Des Moines IA 50321 USA
  • SPYPOINT 330 de la Jacques-Cartier, Victoriaville QC G6T 1Y3  Canada EUROHUNT GmbH Harzblick 25,99768 Harztor OT Ilfeld Germany
  • Scan for detailed instructions, LED light pattern descriptions, complete user manual & other helpful information.
  • spypoint.com/FLEXS-guide
  • Need assistance? Just contact us! spypoint.com/support 1-888-779-7646

References

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