BRESSER 9820402 Vogel Small Animal Camera Instruction Manual

BRESSER 9820402 Vogel Small Animal Camera Instruction Manual

General Information

About this Instruction Manual Please read the safety instructions in this manual carefully. To avoid damage to the unit and the risk of injury, only use this product as described in the manual. Keep the instruction manual handy so that you can easily look up information on all the functions.
⚠ DANGER! You will find this symbol before every section of text that deals with the risk of minor to severe injuries resulting from improper use.

❕ ATTENTION! You will find this symbol in front of every section of text which deals with the risk of damage to property or the environment.

General Warnings

⚠ DANGER! This device contains electronic components which operate via a power source (power supply and/or batteries). Only use the device as described in the manual, or you run the risk of an electric shock.
Keep batteries out of the reach of children! Make sure you insert the batteries correctly. Empty or damaged batteries could cause burns if they come into contact with the skin. If necessary, wear adequate gloves for protection.

❕ ATTENTION! Do not disassemble the device. In the event of a defect, please contact your dealer. The dealer will contact the Service Centre and can send the device in to be repaired, if necessary.

Use only the recommended batteries. Always replace weak or empty batteries with a new, complete set of batteries at full capacity. Do not use batteries from different brands or with different capacities. The batteries should be removed from the unit if it has not been used for a long time.

Do not expose the device to high temperatures. Do not short-circuit the device or batteries or throw them into a fire! Excessive heat or improper handling could trigger a short-circuit, a fire or an explosion.

EC Declaration of Conformity
Bresser GmbH has issued a “Declaration of Conformity” in accordance with applicable guidelines and corresponding standards. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address:
www.bresser.de/download/9820402/CE/9820402_CE.pdf

DISPOSAL
Dispose of the packaging materials properly, according to their type, such as paper or cardboard. Contact your local waste-disposal service or environmental authority for information on the proper disposal.

Do not dispose of electronic devices in the household garbage! As per Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament on waste electrical and electronic equipment and its adaptation into German law, used electronic devices must be collected separately and recycled in an environmentally friendly manner.
In accordance with the regulations concerning batteries and rechargeable batteries, disposing of them in the normal household waste is explicitly forbidden. Please make sure to dispose of your used batteries as required by law — at a local collection point or in the retail market. Disposal in domestic waste violates the Battery Directive.
Batteries that contain toxins are marked with a sign and a chemical symbol. “Cd” = cadmium, “Hg” = mercury, “Pb” = lead.

1 battery contains cadmium
2 battery contains mercury
3 battery contains lead

1. Instructions

1.1 General Description

This camera, a digital scouting camera, is a surveillance camera working automatically. It can be triggered at once by any movement of human (or animals) in a certain region of interested (ROI) monitored by a high sensitive Passive Infrared (PIR) motion sensor, and then automatically captures high quality pictures (up to 16 MP interpolated) or records Full HD video clips according to default settings or preset customer settings. It takes color pictures or videos in sufficient daylight. While at dark night, the built-in infrared LEDs function as flash light, the camera then takes clear pictures or videos (monochrome). If the machine is oparated with lithium AA batteries, an operating time of up to 6 month can be achieved in the standby mode. It is resistant against water and snow for outside uses.

1.1 Scope of delivery

1. Digital camera,
2. Flügelschrauben,
3. Unterlegscheiben,
4. mounting rod,
5. Ball head,
6. USB cable,
7. Mounting belt, Instruction manual

1.3 Camera I/O Interfaces

The camera has the following I/O interfaces: Mini USB connector, SD-card slot and external DC power connector. On the head of camera, there is a lock hole for theft-protection.

1.4 External components

1. Objective lens The Camera’s images / video are recorded through the lens. Ensure that this area of the camera is always kept clean.
   Clean the lenses only with a soft, lint-free cloth, (e.g. microfibre cloth). To avoid scratching the lenses, use only gentle pressure with the cleaning cloth.
   To remove more stubborn dirt, moisten the cleaning cloth with an eyeglass- cleaning solution and wipe the lenses gently.

2. Red LED power indicator This LED blinks for approximately 15 seconds when the camera is in switched on. When the blinking stops, the camera has completed its standby time and will now take photographs or videos according to the camera settings.

3. Infrared Lighting The infrared diodes, arranged in arrays, allow images and videos to be taken at night (black and white images). Hence, if night-time operation is envisaged, the camera should be positioned such that these are not obscured by branches or similar when setting up the camera. When set-ting up the camera, it should be ensured that no objects are positioned too close to the camera, as the reflection created at short distances by the infrared lighting can cause overexposure. As a rule, the game will not notice the infrared lighting. The spots illuminated around the camera are also invisible to the naked human eye.

4. Motion Sensor (PIR) The motion sensor is attached to the front of the camera, such that any movements in front of the camera within an angle of 55° can be recorded. When setting up the camera, it should be positioned such that this angle is not obscured by branches or similar, in order to guarantee the operation of the camera. The motion sensor has a range of approximately 2 metres.

5. Padlock eyelet A padlock* can be inserted through this eyelet for additional security.

6. Casing latch The casing of the camera can be opened at the casing latch with its staple, in order to gain access to the operator controls and the battery compartment inside.

7. Connection socket for external 6V DC power supply (power supply unit and mains adapter not supplied)

8. Battery compartment (8x AA batteries) Opened from the inside via the push button.

9. Tripod connection socket Standard 1/4″ tripod thread

10. Display

11. USB connector 1.5 Operator controls The following operator controls are located inside the camera:

12. “MENU”-Key

13. Arrow key UP

14. Arrow key DOWN

15. “OK”-Key

16. “MODE”-Key

17. Power switch (ON, TEST/SETUP, OFF) The Power switch is used to select the 3 operating modes: ON, Test/Setup and OFF.

18. Buckle for mounting belt

19. PUSH-Key for battery compartment

20. Battery compartment tray

21. SD-Card slot

Test/Setup Mode
Settings can only be made in Test/Setup mode. The MENU button is used to enter the setup mode or to exit the setup mode. Press the “OK” key to manually take a photo or to record a video. With the MODE key you can playback photos or videos in the setup mode. To do this, press the MODE button twice to enter Playback Mode.

1.6 Supported formats

Here are some important notices. You don’t need to worry about the file system format of the camera unless you have problems with reading the SD-card with your other equipment. If this happens, please format the SD-card on a computer or inside the camera.

1.7 Description of button functions

1.7 Display

1. Photo mode
2. Picture size
3. Number of photos left to take
4. SD card inserted
5. Battery capacity indicator
6. Video mode
7. Video resolution
8. Video time
9. Date
10. Time
11. Ambient temperature
12. Moon phase (visible on the saved image)

2. Caution!

• The working voltage of the camera is 6V. The camera is supplied by 8 AA batteries*.
• It is also possible to operate the camera with only 4 AA batteries.
• Please install batteries according to shown polarity.
• For camera operation an SD-card* (up to 32 GB) is needed.
• Please unlock the write-protect before inserting the SD-card.
• Please insert the SD-card when the power switch is at OFF position before testing the camera. The camera has no internal memory for saving images or videos.
• Please do not insert or take out the SD-card when the power switch is at ON position.
• It is recommended to use the camera to format the SDcard when used for the first time.
• The camera will be in USB mode when connected to a USB port of a computer. In this case, the SD-card functions as a removable disk.

3. Main operations

3.1 Power supply

The camera operates on 6V DC voltage. Powercan be supplied using batteries (4 or 8 x AA batteries) or via an external power adapter.
NOTE: The camera can be operated simultaneously with batteries and power adapter. The “ON” mode will not work if only power adapter is used, and no batteries are inserted. When operated with batteries and power adpater together, the camera will operate using the power adapter first, with batteries as backup power.
Battery Operation Release the casing latch and open the camera. Press the

PUSH button to eject the battery compartment tray. Insert 4 or 8 AA batteries into the battery compartment. Ensure that the poles of the batteries (+/-) have been correctly positioned, as indicated in the battery compartment. We recommend using high-quality alkaline or lithium batteries. The battery charge is shown by the battery icon at the bottom left of the preview and navigation screen.
ATTENTION! If you are not using the camera, remove the batteries from the battery compartment or disconnect the camera from the external power supply. Remove run-down batteries from the camera immediately.
Operation via a Power Adapter Use only the correct adapter with a suitable jack and the correct operating voltage for the external power supply (AC 100V- 240V/50-60HZ). When used in outdoor areas, this should be weatherproof. When setting up the camera, take particular care with an external power supply that the connection points also do not come into contact with water while in operation. When not in use, disconnect the camera from the power supply.
ATTENTION! The manufacturer accepts no liability or guarantee for damage caused by improperly used adapters or the use of the incorrect operating voltage.

3.2 Insert the SD-card*

Insert an SD card into the camera before you start operating the camera. (Camera’s power switch is in the OFF position). Open the camera. Insert SD- card into the card slot with the unmarked side facing upwards. Please note that the SD-card can only be plugged in in one direction. Make sure that the write-protect switch of the SD-card is in the “write” position; otherwise the camera can not take images or videos.

3.3 Location

1. Use the mounting strap to attach the camera to a tree, for example.
2. Before monitoring, please set functions and parameters in photo/video mode, then press the slide button to “ON”. 5-10 seconds later, the camera will start normal operation in observation mode.

Note: The maximum distance of the IR lights is 1 meter. Avoid direct backlighting.

Mounting at the birdhouse You need: Battery drill, drill attachment

3.4 Power on the Camera

Before switching on, please pay attention to the following:

1. Avoid temperature and motion disturbances in front of the camera such as big leaf, curtain, air-conditioner, air outlet of a chimney or other heat sources to prevent false triggering.
2. The height from ground for placing the camera should vary with the object size appropriately.
3. Slide the power switch to the ON position to power on the camera.

After switching on the camera, the indicator LED (red) will blink for about 15s. The 15s is a buffering time before autonomic capturing of photos or videos, e.g. for closing and locking the bottom cover, fixing the camera on a tree and walk away.

3.5 Enter into the TEST/SETUP Mode

To make custom settings, the TEST/SETUP mode of the camera must be activated. Slide the Power/Mode Switch from the position “OFF” to the “TEST” position.

Various functions such as user-specific settings or manual recording can then be controlled via the inside keypad.
NOTE: Always move the power switch from the “OFF” position to the “TEST” position. The camera may not switch to TEST/ SETUP mode if you move the switch from the “ON” position to the “TEST” position. If this occurs, move the switch to the “OFF” position and slide it back to the “TEST” position.

3.5.1 Manual capturing

In TEST/SETUP mode it is easily possible to capture pictures or videos manually. Take a picture: Press the MODE button to switch to Photo mode. Then press the OK button to take a photo. Record a video: Press the MODE button to switch to video mode. Then press the OK button to record a video. Press the OK button again to stop recording.

3.5.2 View images or videos

In TEST/SETUP mode: Press MODE key two times, to enter playback mode. Use the UP or DOWN keys to view photos. Select video files and press the OK key to playback.

On a Computer: In ON mode connect the camera with a computer using the supplied USB cable. The device will be shown as a flash drive and you can easily start viewing images on the computer’s screen.

3.6 Power off

Switch the ON/OFF lever to OFF position to power off the camera. Please note that even in the OFF mode, the camera still consumes certain power at A level. Therefore, please remove the battery if the camera will not be used for a long time.

4. Advanced operations

From the basic operations of the camera in the previous chapter, we know that the camera has three basic operation modes:

1. OFF Mode: Power switch is in OFF position.
2. ON Mode: Power switch is in ON position.
3. TEST/SETUP
   Mode: Power switch is in “SETUP” position

The OFF mode is the specified safe mode for replacing the SD-card or batteries and transporting the camera.

ATTENTION: Replace SD-card only in OFF mode!

4.1 Settings

To make any specific settings, an SD-card must be inserted. Then, change into the TEST/SETUP mode as explained before.
Below the display are the function keys with the following functions:

• Press the menu key to switch between status mode or Setup mode.
• In Status mode, the OK button is used to manually take photos or videos, in the setup mode, confirm the setting by pressing the OK button.
• In Setup mode the keys or are used to select submenus, set values for date / time value.

4.2 Default Settings

List of menu items and their settings:

4.3 How to delete images or videos

CAUTION: Performing this action will erase all data irrevocably on the card! Perform a backup of your data first.
a) Switch to the TEST mode.
b) Press MODE repeatedly to enter playback mode.
c) Press MENU to display the menu.
d) Choose between “Delete One” and “Delete All”. In this menu you can also protect files from accidental deletion (Protect, Unprotect). Does not protect against formatting! Press OK to confirm.
e) Press OK to perform the operation and return to the playback mode.

4.4 Format SD card

Connect the camera via the supplied USB cable to your computer. The content of the memory card is displayed as an external hard disk on the computer.

• Normally, there is no reason to change the file format. Unless your equipment has problems reading the SD card. When this happens, reformat the SD card directly on the camera or on your computer. Then insert the card into your camera and try again.
• The default file format of the camera is FAT32, which can be read by most computers. When you format an SD card for your camera with your computer, you should choose the FAT32 file format.

4.5 Save Photos or Videos to your computer

Connect the camera via the supplied USB cable to your computer. The contents of the memory card is displayed as an external hard disk on the computer. Look for the “DCIM” folder. In the menu that appears, there is another folder “100MEDIA”. You can copy or cut selected files and transfer them to your hard disk.

The camera supports 3 kinds of file formats, FAT12, FAT16 and FAT32. The default value is FAT32 to save pictures and videos. Here are some related notes:

4.6 Mounting and positioning of the camera

Once you have set the camera parameters, you can mount the camera at a suitable position. In order to obtain optimal image quality, the camera should be placed about 0,5 meters (1.6ft) away from the subject. The best results at night can be achieved if the subject is within the flash range of the camera, ideally between 0 m (0ft) and 1 m (3.2ft).
There are different ways to mount the camera: With the included Mounting bracket, the mounting strap or with the tripod thread.
Using the mounting bracket: See ,,Mounting at the birdhouse” on page 36.
Using the adjustable belt: Slide one end of the belt through the two brackets on the back of the camera. Fasten the belt securely around the tree trunk with a diameter of about 15 cm (6 in.).

Using the tripod mount: The camera is equipped with a threaded socket on the rear for mounting on a tripod or other mounting accessories with a 1/4″ tripod thread.
Privacy PROTECTION! The device is intended for private use. Please heed the privacy of other people. Do not use the camera to look into apartments, public spaces, along walking or hiking trails or heavy frequented locations.

Appendix: Technical specifications

Troubleshooting

Warranty & Service

The regular warranty period is 2 years and begins on the day of purchase. To benefit from an extended voluntary warranty period as stated on the gift box, registration on our website is required. You can consult the full warranty terms as well as information on extending the warranty period and details of our services at www.bresser.de/warranty_terms.

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References

• Bresser | Startseite | Expand Your Horizon mit BRESSER
• Bresser | FREEK VONK Vogel-/Kleintier-Kamera | Expand Your Horizon

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