Bushnell 119986C Solar Panel for Trail Camera Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Model #119986C

Important Note:

Thank you for purchasing the Bushnell Solar Panel.  This panel is compatible with all Bushnell trail cameras that feature an external power port including Trophy Cam HD, Trophy Cam HD Aggressor, Trophy Cam HD Aggressor Wireless, Impulse, Core, CelluCore, and Prime series cameras.
If your Bushnell Solar Panel does not seem to be functioning properly or if you are having any issues, please check the FAQ/Troubleshooting section. If your issue persists after
trying the solutions in the Troubleshooting/FAQ section, please contact:

Bushnell Customer Service800-423-3537

About the Solar Panel

The Bushnell Solar Panel accessory (#119986) is designed to function as a supplemental source of power for all current models of Trophy Cam HD Aggressor, Trophy Cam HD Aggressor Wireless, Impulse, Core, CelluCore, and Prime series cameras. With the Solar Panel mounted near your camera and connected to its external power input jack, you will find that your camera’s batteries last much longer before they need to be replaced. The solar panel has an internal lithium-ion power core, which is continuously charged by the solar cells when they are exposed to the sun. Once connected, the camera will draw its power from the solar panel’s charged lithium battery for as long as possible, switching to its internal batteries only when the Solar Panel’s battery’s charge level is too low. As a result, the camera’s batteries will have a significantly longer life.

Charging the Solar Panel Via USB

The Solar Panel also includes a USB port allowing the internal power core to be “pre-charged” before field use, from a computer’s USB connection or similar available source of USB power. Doing this is NOT required prior to use but will allow it to begin providing supplemental power to your camera immediately, instead of waiting for the
solar cells to build up an adequate charge.
To use this feature, connect a compatible USB Mini cable (not included) from the Solar Panel to your computer or an adequate power source. The charging indicator LED on
the back of the Solar Panel will glow red while charging is in progress, then turn green when charging is complete.

Mounting and Camera Connection

A mounting bracket is provided with the Solar Panel. The bracket should first be screwed into the tree at a point above the camera where the solar panel has an unobstructed exposure to the sun for the longest part of the day. With the swivel head firmly attached to the tree bracket, connect the threaded bolt at the end of the swivel head to the mounting socket (brass ¼” x 20) on the back of the Solar Panel. Loosen the swivel head knob, then the Solar Panel so that the solar cells are aimed at the sun. Once aligned tighten both locking collars. Finally, attached the supplied cable to both the solar panel and the camera and tie up the slack.
Note: There are two cables with different connectors, so choose the connector that fits your model of camera.

FAQ/Troubleshooting

Q : What does a flashing red charge indicator light mean?
A : Excessive output current has been detected, and charging has been shut off. Disconnect the USB cable until the Red light stops flashing then try again. If the indicator continues to flash red, try a different power source or discontinue charging and contact Customer Service at 800-423-3537.
Q: Will the Solar Panel work in the shade? What happens at night?
A: The Solar Panel’s solar cell array will continue to collect and utilize any available or reflected sunlight, but it requires unrestricted, full exposure to the sun to ensure that the internal power core remains fully charged. A fully charged power core is necessary so that the camera can continue to draw supplemental, “booster” voltage from the Solar Panel during overnight hours.

Technical Specifications

Two Year Limited Warranty

Your Bushnell® product is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for two years after the date of purchase. In the event of a defect under this warranty, we will, at our option, repair or replace the product, provided that you return the product postage prepaid.
This warranty does not cover damages caused by misuse, improper handling, installation, or maintenance provided by someone other than a Bushnell Authorized Service Department.

Any return made under this warranty must be accompanied by the items listed below:

• A check/money order in the amount of $10.00 to cover the cost of postage and handling.
• Name, address, and daytime phone # for product return.
• An explanation of the defect.
• Copy of your dated proof of purchase.

Do not send in accessories (batteries, SD cards, cables), only the product for repair. Product should be well packed in sturdy outside shipping, carton to prevent damage in
transit, and shipped to the address listed below:

IN U.S.A. Send To:
Bushnell Outdoor Products
Attn.: Repairs
9200 Cody
Overland Park, Kansas 66214| IN CANADA Send To:
Bushnell Outdoor Products
Attn.: Repairs
140 Great Gulf Drive, Unit # B
Vaughan, Ontario L4K 5W5
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For products purchased outside the United States or Canada please contact your local dealer for applicable warranty information. In Europe you may also contact Bushnell at:

Bushnell Germany GmbH
European Service Centre
Mathias-Brüggen-Str. 80
D-50827 Köln
GERMANY
Tel: +49 221 995568-0
Fax: +49 221 995568-20

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which vary from country to country.
©2021 Bushnell Outdoor Products
Specifications and designs are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT:

FCC Statement
Changes not expressly approved by Bushnell® could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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 receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an output on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Shielded interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. Specifications and designs are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Please note that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment contains electric and/or electronic parts and must therefore not be disposed of as normal household waste. Instead, it should be disposed of at the respective collection points for recycling provided by the communities. For you, this is free of charge.
If the equipment contains exchangeable (rechargeable) batteries, these too must be removed before and, if necessary, in turn, be disposed of according to the relevant regulations (see also the respective comments in this unit’s instructions).
Further information about the subject is available at your community administration, your local waste collection company, or in the store where you purchased this equipment.
For further questions or additional information please contact:

Bushnell Outdoor Products
9200 Cody, Overland Park, Kansas 66214
800-423-3537 • www.bushnell.com
©2021 Bushnell Outdoor Products

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