NUM AXES PIE1048 Trail Camera User Guide
- June 17, 2024
- NUM axes
Table of Contents
- PIE1048 **![NUM AXES PIE1048 Trail Camera](https://manuals.plus/wp-
- Contents of the product
- Presentation of the product
- Quick start
- Power supply
- SD card (or micro SD with adapter)
- Operation
- Setting up the camera
- Technical specifications
- Troubleshooting FAQ
- Troubleshooting
- Guarantee
- Guarantee conditions
- Spare parts
- Collection and recycling of your device at the end of its life
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
**Trail camera
PIE1048 **![NUM AXES PIE1048 Trail Camera](https://manuals.plus/wp-
content/uploads/2024/02/NUM-AXES-PIE1048-Trail-Camera.jpg)PIE1048 Trail Camera
SIMPLIFIED EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
NUM’AXES declares that the radio equipment type PIE1048 is in compliance
with Directive 2014/30/EU (EMC).
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available on the
following website: https://www.numaxes.com
Contents of the product
– 1 PIE1048 trail camera
– 1 wall mount system
– 1 USB cable
– 1 quick start guide
– 1 mounting strap
Presentation of the product
1 – UP navigation button
2 – RIGHT navigation button
3 – Manual capture button (photo or video)
4 – OK button
5 – LEFT navigation button
6 – MENU button
7 – REPLAY button| 8 – DOWN navigation button
9 – SD card slot
10 – Mini USB port (2.0)
11 – Switch OFF position
12 – Switch TEST position
13 – Switch ON position
14 – LCD screen
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15 – Infrared LED (940 nm)
16 – Lens (55°)
17 – Padlock hole
18 – Passive infrared sensor (PIR sensor – detection angle: 90°)
19 – External power port (6V – 1A)
Quick start
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Insert the batteries (8 AA batteries).
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Insert the SD card.
Maximum 32 Gb | Minimum class 10 -
Put the switch in the TEST position.
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Press the MENU button to enter the settings menu.
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Format the SD card.
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Set the time and date.
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Put the switch in the ON position to activate the camera.
Power supply
4.1. Batteries
The camera runs on 8 AA alkaline batteries.
You can purchase AA alkaline batteries at any time on
www.numaxes.com. Before inserting or removing the
batteries, the camera must be turned off (switch in the OFF position).
When inserting the batteries, make sure to follow polarity indicated inside
the battery slots. Upside down batteries may cause device malfunction.
We strongly recommend changing the batteries when the power icon on the screen
is empty.
NOTE: Don’t mix used batteries and new batteries!
4.2. Power adaptor
This camera can also be powered by an external adapter 6V/1A.
The DC port is located at the bottom of the device.
The power connector is a 3.5×1.35mm coaxial DC power plug with positive tip
polarity.
Do not remove the batteries from the device when a power adapter is used.
DC power is recommended if the camera is used for security purposes.
SD card (or micro SD with adapter)
Using a SD or micro SD with adapter memory card (from 4GB up to 32GB – class
10 minimum) is required to operate the camera.
You can purchase micro SD cards with adapter at any time at
www.numaxes.com.
When the camera is in TEST mode and no memory card is inserted, the LDC screen
displays “No SD card”.
Formatting the SD card in the trail camera before using it for the first time
is strongly recommended, especially when the card has been used in other
devices. An SD card formatted in another device may not be compatible.
Before inserting or removing the SD card, the camera must be turned off
(switch in the OFF position). Failing to do so may cause loss of or damage the
files already recorded on the memory card.
When the SD card is full, the LCD screen indicates “Memory full”.
Operation
6.1. Turn ON the camera
Any time after the batteries and SD card have been inserted, you can switch
on the camera.
Put the switch in the “ON” position; the camera is ready to work.
The LCD display will count down 15 seconds. This interval allows you time to
close the camera front cover and leave the monitored area.
Once in the ON mode, the camera will take photos or videos according to its
current parameter settings.
NOTE: the camera comes pre-programmed with factory default settings. In order
to test or use the device, you only need to insert the SD card and AA
batteries then power on the camera (switch in the ON position).
6.2. Turn OFF the camera
Slide the switch to the OFF position to turn off the camera.
Please note that even in OFF mode, the camera still consumes power at a very
low level.
Therefore, please remove the batteries if the camera will not be used for a
long time.
The OFF mode is the “safe mode” for actions such as: replacing the SD card or
batteries, or transporting the camera.
You will also use the OFF mode when you will connect the camera to a
computer’s USB port to download your photos/videos.
6.3. Customizing the settings / TEST mode
In order to check or change the settings, slide the switch to the TEST
position (the LCD screen will light up) then press the MENU button (the
setting menu appears on the LCD screen).
You can navigate the setting interface by pressing the UP and DOWN buttons.
Press the OK button to enter parameters or to save a setting. Press the MENU
button to return to the previous page.
Settings | Programmable options (default settings in bold characters) |
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Mode | Photo / Video / Photo + Video |
– Photo: the camera shoots only photos.
– Video: the camera shoots only videos.
– Photo + Video: upon the same trigger event, the camera shoots a photo first
then a video.
Photo resolution| 16MP (4608×3456) / 12MP (4000×3000) / 8MP (3264×2448)
/ 5MP (2592×1944) / 3MP (2048×1536) / 1MP (1280×960)
Higher resolution produces better quality photos but creates larger files that
take up more of the SD card capacity (fills up faster).
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Multi- shot| 1 photo / 2 photos / 3 photos
You can program 1 up to 3 photos per trigger
Video resolution| FULL HD (1920×1080) / HD (1280×720) / 720×480 /
VGA (640×480) / QVGA (320×240)
Higher resolution produces better quality videos but creates larger files that
take up more of the SD card capacity (fills up faster).
Video length| Default setting: 10 seconds
Programmable from 5 seconds up to 10 minutes
(by 1-second increments from 05 up to 59 seconds / by 1-minute increments from
1 up to 10 minutes)
Audio recording on the videos| ON / OFF
Allows you to activate or deactivate the audio recording on the videos.
PIR interval| Default PIR interval: 20 seconds
Programmable from 5 seconds up to 60 minutes
(by 1-second increments from 05 up to 59 seconds / by 1-minute increments from
1 up to 60 minutes)
Allows you to set the desired time interval between photos/videos when motion
is detected. This function avoids taking too many photos / videos.
Example: if the PIR interval is set to 01 minute, the camera will wait 1
minute between each photo/video recording even if motion is detected.
PIR sensor sensitivity| Low / Medium / High
High sensitivity:
1) is more sensitive to movements by smaller subjects;
2) offers longer detection distance;
3) makes it easier for the PIR sensor to detect a difference between body
heat and outdoor temperature;
4) makes it easier to trigger the camera.
In high temperature environment, subjects body heat and environment
temperature are hard to tell by the camera, the recommended setting is high.
| In environments with lots of interference like hot wind, smoke, near window,
etc., the recommended setting is low.
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Working timer| ON / OFF
The camera can be set to take photos/videos only at a certain time of the
day. Each day, the camera will work only during the user set time period. The
rest of the time, the camera will be in stand-by and will not work.
Select “ON” then press “OK” to set the start time and end time of the desired
working period (HH:MM).
Example: If the “Working timer” is set to 15:00-18:00; each day, the camera
will work only between 15h00 (03:00 PM) and 18h00 (06:00 PM).
This function can be set to “OFF” which means the camera works all day.
The Working timer feature can work together with the Time lapse feature.
Time Lapse| ON / OFF
With “Time Lapse” set to ON, the camera will capture photos or videos
automatically at a preset time interval regardless of whether motions are
detected or not.
WARNING : when the Time Lapse parameter is set to ON, the PIR sensor
is deactivated.
Select “ON” then press “OK” to set the interval between the automatic
captures of photos or videos (Interval programmable from 00 00 03 to 23 59 59
– Default time lapse: 00 00 30 ).
Example: if “Time Lapse” is set to 00 30 00, the camera will automatically
capture photos/videos every 30 minutes.
The Time lapse feature can work together with the Working timer feature.
Language| English / Deutsch / Dansk / Suomi / Svenska / Español /
Français / Italiano / Nederlands / Portugués / Chinois / Japonais
Cycle recording| ON / OFF
Select “ON” then press “OK” to activate the cycle recording function. When
the SD card will be full, the camera will continue to record photos/videos by
deleting the earliest photos or video clips.
Time & Date| Time & Date setting
20/11/2019 15:57
Time format
24 hours 12 hours
| Date format
dd/mm/yyyy ** yyyy/mm/dd mm/dd/yyyy
NOTE : it is important to set the date and time to ensure some functions
work as expected (for example: time stamp on the photos, operation during a
defined time period).
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Time stamp| Time & Date / Date / OFF
Select “Time & Date” or “Date” if you want the date and/or time of the image
capture imprinted on every photo.
The moon phase, current temperature and (user set) camera ID will also be
imprinted on the still photos.
Select “OFF” if you don’t want the date and/or time of the image capture
imprinted on the photos.
Password| ON / OFF
Select “ON” then press “OK” to enable password protection for your camera
(4 characters between 0 and 9 and between A and Z).
Beep sound| ON / OFF
You can choose to hear a beep sound or not when you press a button on the
device.
Format SD card| YES / NO
Formatting the SD card in the trail camera before using it for the first
time is strongly recommended, especially when the SD card has been used in
other devices. An SD card formatted in another device may not be compatible.
WARNING : When you format a SD memory card, the operating system erases
all information and files on the card.
Camera ID| ON / OFF
Select “ON” then press “OK” to set an ID number for the camera (4
characters between 0 and 9 and between A and Z).
If you have several devices, this function can help you identify from where
and from which camera the photos are.
Reset| YES / NO
Select “YES” to reset the camera back to the factory default settings.
WARNING : All your custom settings will be deleted.
Version**| This parameter shows the firmware version information.
6.4. Manual capture of a still photo
– Slide the switch to the TEST position.
– Press the DOWN button then press the SHOT button to take a picture.
6.5. Manual capture of a video clip
– Slide the switch to the TEST position.
– Press the UP button then press the SHOT button to start recording a video
clip.
Press the SHOT button again to stop recording.
6.6. Photo/video playback on the LCD screen
– Slide the switch to the TEST position then press the REPLAY button to
enter the Playback mode.
– Press the UP and DOWN buttons to navigate the recorded photos/videos.
– A Zoom feature is available for the still photos. Press the SHOT button to
zoom in and press the OK button to zoom out.
– Press the OK button to start reading a video then press the OK button again
to stop it.
– Press the MENU button to exit.
6.7. Delete photo/video files on the camera
– Slide the switch to the TEST position.
– Press the REPLAY button to enter the Playback mode then press the MENU
button. A list of options appears on the LCD screen.
– Select “Delete selection” (deletes only the selected photo/video) or “Delete
all files” then press the OK button.
– Select “Cancel” or “Delete” then press the OK button.
– Press the MENU button to exit.
6.8. Write-protection
This function can be used to protect some of the recorded files from
accidental deletion.
– Slide the switch to the TEST position.
– Press the REPLAY button to enter the Playback mode then press the MENU
button. A list of options appears on the LCD screen.
– Select “Write Protection” then press the OK button.
– To protect one or more files, select “Write-protect current file” or “Write-
protect all files” then press the OK button.
– To remove the protection, select “Unlock current file” or “Unlock all files”
then press the OK button.
– Press the MENU button to exit.
6.9. Transfer the photos/videos to a computer
To upload your photos/videos to a computer, connect the supplied USB cable
to the camera’s USB port and then directly to a main USB port on your
computer.
“MSDC” will appear on the LCD screen and your computer will recognize the
device as “removable storage”.
In the removable storage, you will find the photo/video files in “DCIM” and
you will be able to copy them to your computer.
WARNING: Do not disconnect the USB cable or remove the SD card while
copying photos/videos. You could lose files.
6.10. Auto power off
In TEST mode, the camera will automatically power off if you don’t press
the keypad for more than 2 minutes. Slide the switch to OFF then back to TEST
if you want to do some further configuration.
Setting up the camera
– Mount the camera facing north or south, not east or west as the rising and
setting of the sun could produce false triggers and overexposed images.
– If you’re covering a trail, face the camera down or up the trail.
– Clear out any brush or weeds in front of the camera. These can cause false
triggers due to temperature and motions disturbances in front of the camera
(especially in windy days).
– Check the power level of the batteries.
– Make sure the memory card is properly inserted and have sufficient available
space.
– Verify time and date are correct.
– Make sure to turn the camera ON (switch in the ON position).
Technical specifications
Image sensor | 5 Mega Pixels Color CMOS |
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Infrared flash | Wavelength: 940 nm |
Range: approximately 20m / 65ft.
PIR sensor| Adjustable detection sensitivity: Low | Medium | High Range:
approximately 20m / 65ft.
Detection angle: 90°
Lens| F = 7.2mm | Field of view = 55°
Memory| SD card or micro SD card with adapter (from 4GB up to 32GB – class 10
minimum)
| You can purchase micro SD cards with adapter at any time at
www.numaxes.com.
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LCD screen| Built-in 2.4” TFT colour screen
Capture modes| Photo | Video | Photo + Video
Photo resolution| 16MP (4608×3456) | 12MP (4000×3000) | 8MP (3264×1488) | 5MP
(2592×1944) | 3MP (2048×1536) | 1MP (1280×960)
Multi-shot| Programmable from 1 to 3 photos per trigger
Picture files format| JPEG
Video resolution| FULL HD (1920×1080) | HD (1280×720)| 720×480 | VGA (640×480)
| QVGA (320×240)
Video length| Programmable from 5 seconds to 10 minutes
Video files format| AVI
Trigger speed| Between 0.2 and 0.6 second
Camera ID| Programmable (ON | OFF)
Time lapse| Programmable (ON | OFF)
Password| Programmable (ON | OFF)
Operation power| Batteries: 6V | DC: 6V – 1A
Batteries| 8xAA (alkaline or rechargeable Ni-MH)
External power (DC)| 6V – 1A
Stand-by energy consumption| Less than 0.2 mA
Stand-by battery life| Approximately 8 months
Auto power off| In TEST mode, the camera will automatically power off after 2
minutes without any press on the keypad.
Interface| Mini USB 2.0 port | SD card slot | DC port
Operating temperature| -20°C to +60°C | -4°F to 140°F
Operating humidity| 5% to 90%
Watertightness| IP66
Dimensions| 135 x 93 x 69mm | 5.3 x 3.7 x 2.7in
Weight| 263 g (without batteries) – 450 g (with batteries)
Troubleshooting FAQ
The photos do not capture subject of interest
– Check the PIR sensitivity parameter setting. In warm environmental
conditions, set the sensor sensitivity to “High” and in cold weather use, set
the sensor sensitivity to “Low”.
– Try to set your camera up in an area where no heat sources are in the
camera’s field of view.
– In some cases, setting the camera near water will make it take images with
no subject in them. Try aiming the camera over ground.
– Avoid setting the camera up on small trees that are prone to move in strong
winds.
Try to set the camera on stable and immovable objects, i.e. large trees.
– Remove any tree branches which are right in front of the camera lens.
– At night, the PIR sensor may detect beyond the range of the infrared flash.
Reduce the detection distance by adjusting the PIR sensor sensitivity.
– Rising sun or sunset can trigger the PIR sensor. The camera must be
reoriented.
– If a subject moves quickly, it may move out of the camera’s field of view
before the photo has been taken. Move the camera further back or redirect it.
Battery life is shorter than expected
– Battery life will vary with operating temperature and the number of
images taken over time. Typically, the camera will be able to capture several
thousand images before the batteries die.
– Check to make sure you have used new batteries.
– Make sure that the power switch was in the ON position and not in the TEST
position.
The camera stops taking images/videos or won’t take images/videos
– Make sure the SD card is not full. If the memory card is full, the camera
will stop taking photos/videos. To avoid such problem, check that the “Cycle
recording” feature in activated (ON).
– Check the batteries to make sure that there is enough power left for the
camera to work.
– Make sure the camera power switch is in the “ON” position and not in the
“OFF” or “TEST” position.
– Please format the SD card with the camera before using it (especially if the
card has been used in other devices) or when the camera stops taking
images/videos.
– Please make sure that the write-protect switch on the side of the SD card is
not in the LOCK position.
The camera won’t power up
– Make sure the batteries are installed correctly (follow polarity
indicated in the battery compartment).
– After moving the switch from OFF to TEST or ON, make sure the switch is in
the correct position to ensure the proper mode.
– Do not move the switch directly from ON to TEST, always move the switch all
the way to OFF first, then back to TEST.
Still photo and/or video quality problems
– Night photos or videos appear too dark
– Check the battery level icon to see if battery power is full. The flash will
stop operating near the end of battery life.
– You will get the best results when the subject is within ideal flash range,
no farther than 20m.
– Please note that when the multi-shot parameter is set to 2 o 3 photos or
when the PIR interval is very short, some images may appear darker than others
due to the quick response and rapid re-triggering of the camera, allowing less
time for the flash to fully recharge before firing again.
– Night photos or videos appear too bright
– Subjects may appear too bright at closer distances.
– Daytime photos or videos appear too dark
– Make sure the camera is not aimed at the sun or other light sources during
the day.
– Daytime photos or videos appear too bright
– Make sure the camera is not aimed at the sun or other light sources during
the day.
– Photos with streaked subject
– In some cases with low lighting conditions and fast moving objects, the 8MP,
12MP or 16MP resolution settings may not perform as well as the 5MP setting.
– If you have multiple images where fast moving subjects produce streaks, try
using the 5MP setting.
– Short video clips – Not recording to the video length set
– Check to make sure the SD card is not full.
– Make sure the camera has batteries with good level of charge in it. Near the
end of the battery life, the camera may choose to record shorter video clips
to conserve power.
The night vision flash range doesn’t meet expectations
– Please check to make sure the batteries are fully charged or have enough
power left.
– To ensure accuracy and quality of the night time images, please mount the
camera in a dark environment without any obvious light sources.
– Certain surroundings (like trees, walls, ground, etc.) within flash range
can get you better night time images. Please do not aim the camera to total
open field where there is nothing within the IR flash range to reflect the
flash back.
The date/time stamp is not appearing on the photos
– Make sure the time stamp parameter is set to “Time & date” or “Date”.
The PIR sensor indicator light flashes/doesn’t flash
– When the camera is in the TEST mode, a red indicator light on the front
of the camera flashes when the PIR sensor detects motion. This is for setup
purposes only and will help you aim the camera.
– During use, the indicator light doesn’t flash when the PIR sensor detects
motion. This helps keep the camera discreet.
The camera doesn’t retain settings
– Make sure you have been saving the changes to any parameter settings that
you made while in TEST mode, by pressing OK after changing the setting.
Moisture or ants inside the camera
– To ensure humidity or rain is kept out of the camera, secure the DC port
rubber plug firmly in place.
– Ants can be attracted by low level electronic vibrations, and enter through
any gaps between the exterior and interior of the camera. Make sure the DC
port rubber plug is firmly in place.
Troubleshooting
Should your product stop working or develop a fault, first read this guide
over, and then check the batteries and replace them if necessary. Also check
that you are using the product correctly.
If the problem persists, contact your distributor or check out on
www.numaxes.com.
You can also contact NUM’AXES at +33.2.38.69.96.27 or
export@numaxes.com.
Depending on the extent of the malfunction, you may have to return the product
for service and repair.
For all repairs, please supply the following:
– the complete product
– the proof of purchase (invoice or sales receipt)
If you omit one of these items, the after-sales service will have to invoice
you for any repair costs incurred.
Guarantee
NUM’AXES guarantees the product against production defects for two years after
purchase.
All postage and packing charges will be the purchaser’s sole responsibility.
Guarantee conditions
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The guarantee will be valid only if the proof of purchase (invoice or sales receipt), without cancellation, is submitted to the distributor or to NUM’AXES. The guarantee is limited to the original purchaser.
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This guarantee does not cover the following:
– changing the mounting strap, wall mount system or USB cable.
– direct or indirect risks incurred when sending the article back to the distributor or to NUM’AXES
– damage to the product caused by:
– negligence or incorrect use
– use contrary to the instructions or not envisioned therein
– repairs performed by unauthorized persons
– loss or theft -
If the product is found to be defective, NUM’AXES will either decide to repair or to replace it.
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No claim may be advanced against NUM’AXES, particularly in relation to incorrect use or breakdown.
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NUM’AXES reserves the right to modify the characteristics of its products with a view to making technical improvements or to comply with new regulations.
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The information contained in this guide may be subject to amendment without prior notice.
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Photos and drawings are not contractual.
Spare parts
You can purchase spare parts (batteries, SD cards…) at any time on www.numaxes.com.
Collection and recycling of your device at the end of its life
The pictogram ****means that your product can not be thrown with household
refuse.
You have to bring the device to a collection location suitable for treatment,
development, recycling of electronic wastes or bring it back to your
distributor.
Adopting this process, you do something for the environment; you contribute to
the preservation of natural resources and to the protections of human health.
EXPORT
Tél. +33 (0)2 38 69 96 27
Fax +33 (0)2 38 63 31 00
export@numaxes.com
www.numaxes.com
References
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