levenhuk FC300 Trail Camera User Manual

levenhuk FC300 Trail Camera

Product description

1. LCD screen
2. UpNideo button
3. SHOT button
4. Right button
5. OK button
6. Speaker
7. MENU button
8. Left button
9. PLAY button
10. Down/Photo button
11. micros □ card slot
12. AV port
13. USB port
14. Power/Mode button
15. IR LEDs
16. Objective lens
17. Front PIR sensor
18. Side PIR sensor
19. Indicator light
20. Night camera*

• Only for FC400 models

PC300

PC300

Levenhuk FC300/FC400 Trail Camera

Never, under any circumstances, look directly at the Sun, another bright source of light, or at a laser through this device, as it may cause PERMANENT RETINAL DAMAGE and may lead to BLINDNESS.

The kit includes: trail camera, card reader, 32GB microSD card, lashing strap, swivel mounting bracket and screws, mini USB cable, DC cable, user manual, and warranty.
Install batteries Remove the protective film from the camera. Open the battery compartment cover and insert the batteries according to the correct polarity marks. Close the cover.

OR

Connect a 6V external power source to a corresponding input on the camera.

if you use an external power source, do not remove the batteries.
Installing/removing the memory card llnsert the microSD card into the microSD card slot (11). Make sure the direction is right. Do not force the card in. Format the microSD card before starting, as it will improve its compatibility with the device. To remove the card from the slot, press the edge of the memory card in gently, and the card will pop out. Then, remove the card.
When the memory card is full, the camera will stop recording. However, if the “Endless capture” option is selected, the camera will continue capturing, and the previously saved files will be replaced by the recent files.

Getting started

Shift the Power/Mode switch (14) to the ON-position to turn the camera on and to proceed with the default settings. In ON mode, the camera will automatically capture the image by motion detection using the motion sensors (17, 18).
OR
Shift the Power/Mode switch (14) to the TEST-position to turn the camera on and to change the camera settings (language, time and date, memory card settings, photo and video settings). In the TEST mode, the camera enables you to take photos, record videos and playback the photo and video files manually.
Shift the Power/Mode switch (14) to the OFF-position to turn the camera off.
Always turn the camera off before removing or replacing the batteries or the memory card, and prior to transporting the device.
You can mount the camera on a wall or a tree using the swivel mounting bracket (included) or you can fix the camera to an appropriate object using the lashing strap (included). The recommended height for camera mounting is 1 m above the ground.

Swivel mounting bracket

1. Camera screw, thread ¼”
2. Lock nut
3. Pivot bolts
4. Holes in the bracket base
5. Hexagonal screw
6. Dowels
7. Screws
   
   Prior to drilling the holes in a wall, make sure that there is no electric wiring or pipes inside the wall in this area.

Camera settings

1. Press the Menu button (7) to enter the settings menu.

2. Press the UpNideo button (2) and Down/Photo button (10) to scroll the menu.

3. Press the OK button (5) to enter the options interface and to confirm the actions.

4.  Press the MENU button (7) to exit the menu

   • Target recording time: On I Off The timer option enables you to set the start time and the end time for capturing.

   • Time lapse: Normal I TL Video I Off Normal. The camera will capture photos automatically in a set time interval, for example, once per hour.
     TL Video. The camera will capture photos automatically in a set time interval, for example, once per hour; and the camera will convert these captured images into a video.

   • Endless capture: On I Off With this option on, the camera will record video in loop. If this option is off, the camera will stop recording the video when the memory card is full.

Using

In the TEST-mode:

Taking a photo

1. Press the Down/Photo button (10) to enter the photo mode.
2. Press the SHOT button (3) to take a picture.

Recording a video

1. Press the UpNideo button (2) to enter the video mode.
2. Press the SHOT button (3) to start recording a video, and then press again to stop the video recording.
    A low battery in the camera may affect the camera stability and deteriorate the video. Do not record long videos in the evening and in the night if the camera battery is low.

Playback

1. Press the PLAY button (9) to enter the playback mode.
2. For scrolling through your pictures and videos, use the UpNideo (2) and the Down/Photo (10) buttons.
3. Press the OK button (5) to playback a video file, and then press again to pause; press the MENU button (7) to stop the playback.
4. Press the PLAY button (9) again to exit the playback mode

Playback using TV

You can playback the files on the TV screen, for this, proceed as follows:

1. Connect the switched-off camera to the TV set using the AV cable (included).
2. Turn the TV on and switch the TV set to the AV mode.
3. Shift the Power/Mode switch (14) of the camera to the TEST-position.
   The camera screen will become dark, and the camera images will be displayed on the TV screen.

Copying files

You can transfer files from the device to your smartphone, tablet, or PC directly.

• Insert the memory card into a card reader; or
• Connect the device to your computer with a USB cable.

| FC300| FC400|
---|---|---|---
IR distance| 20m| 35m|
IR illumination| 2 IR LEDs| 38 IR LEDs|
IR wavelength| | 850 nm|
Trigger time| | 0.2 s|
Camera resolution| 8MP| 8MP & 2MP starlight level NIR sensor|
Focal length| 3.3mm| day: 3.3mm / night: 4.0mm|
Aperture| f/2.0| day: f/2.0 / night: f/1.4|
Angular field of view| | 110°|
IR distance| near (12 m) / middle (15 m) / far (18 m)|
Motion sensor sensitivity| low (below 25°C) / middle (about 25°C) / high (above 30°C)|
Daytime recording without IR| | color image|
Recording at night (in the dark) with IR| black and white image|
Photo resolution| 32MP (6480x4860px) / 20MP (5200x3900px), 16MP (4608x3456px / 12MP (4000x3000px) / 8MP (3264x2448px) / 5MP (2592x1944px) / 3MP (2048x1536px) / 1 MP (1280x960px)| day: 32MP (6480x4860px) / 20MP (5200x3900px) / 16MP (4608x3456px) / 12MP (4000x3000px) / 8MP (3264x2448px) / 5MP (2592x1944px) / 3 3MP (2048x1536px) / 1MP (1280x960px) night: 2MP (1920x1080px) / 1 MP (1280x720px)|
Video resolution| 3840x2160px®10fps / 2688x1520px®20fps / 1920x1080px®30fps / 1280x720px®60fps / 1280x720px®30fps / 720x480px®30fps / 640x480px®30fps / 320x240px®301ps| day: 3840x2160px®10fps / 2688x1520px®20fps / 1920x1080px®30fps / 1280x720px®60fps / 1280x720px®30fps / 848x480px®30fps / 720x480px®30fps / 640x480px®30fps / 320x240px®30fps night:1920x1080px / 1280x720px / 640x480px
Time lapse video resolution| 5200x3900px /4608x3456px / 4416x3312px / 4000x3000px / 3648x2736px / 3264x2448px / 3072x2304px / 2592x1944px / 2048x1536px| day: 5200x3900px / 4608x3456px / 4416x3312px / 4000x3000px / 3648x2736px / 3264x2448px / 3 072x2304px / 2592x1944px / 2048x1536px night:1920x1080px / 1280x720px
Video length| 3-59 $ / 1-10 min
Triggering interval| 5 s to 60 min
Language settings| English, Chinese Simplified, Chinese Traditional, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish
Storage| class 10, microSD up to 512GB
LCD screen| TFT2.4°
Tripod adapter thread| 1/4″
Operating temperature range| -20…+50°C / -4…+122°F
Power supply| 4 AA alkaline batteries, expandable to 8 AA; external 6V power supply, at least 1.5A

The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the product range and specifications without prior notice.

Care and maintenance

the batteries before cleaning the device! Use only dry, lint-free cloths to wipe the outer parts of the device. Do not use cleaning fluid to avoid the electronics damage. To avoid scratching the lenses, only use a soft cloth and do not press too hard. Keep the device away from dust and water. Keep the device in a bag or a box. Remove the batteries from the device if it has not been used for a long time.

Battery safety instructions

Always purchase the correct size and grade of battery most suitable for the intended use. Always replace the whole set of batteries at one time; taking care not to mix old and new ones, or batteries of different types. Clean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior to battery installation. Make sure the batteries are installed correctly with regard to polarity(+ and-). Remove batteries from equipment that is not to be used for an extended period of time. Remove used batteries promptly. Never short-circuit batteries as this may lead to high temperatures, leakage, or explosion. Never heat batteries in order to revive them. Do not disassemble batteries. Remember to switch off devices after use. Keep batteries out of the reach of children, to avoid risk of ingestion, suffocation, or poisoning. Utilize used batteries as prescribed by your country’s laws.

Levenhuk International Lifetime Warranty

All Levenhuk telescopes, microscopes, binoculars, and other optical products, except for their accessories, carry a lifetime warranty against
defects in materials and workmanship. A lifetime warranty is a guarantee on the lifetime of the product on the market.
All Levenhuk accessories are warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for six months from the purchase date.
The warranty entitles you to the free repair or replacement of the Levenhuk product in any country where a Levenhuk office is located if all the warranty conditions are met. For further details, please visit: www.levenhuk.com/warranty If warranty problems arise, or if you need assistance in using your product, contact the local Levenhuk branch.

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