SPYPOINT Cell-Link Universal Cellular Adapter with LTE-10 Battery User Guide

CELL-LINK
QUICKSTART GUIDE
v.1.2

In the box

• 1x CELL-LINK cellular module
• 1x Memory card adapter cable
• 1x Mounting strap
• 1x Quickstart guide
• 1x MicroSIM card (preactivated and inserted into the CELL-LINK)

NOTE: Memory card and batteries are sold separately.
User manual, latest firmware, and the FAQ available at: SPYPOINT.COM/SUPPORT

Components

1. Memory card adapter cable
2. Slot for mounting strap
3. Cable lock hole
4. signal strength LEDs
5. SIM card slot
6. Battery ‘‘PUSH’’ eject button
7. Battery compartment
8. AA battery holder

| 9 STATUS LED
10 ON/OFF switch
11 MicroSD card slot
12 ¼”-20 tripod mount
13 Antenna
14 Memory card adapter cable port
15 12V jack
16 Locking latch
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PREPARATION

SELECT A POWER SOURCE

• Lithium or alkaline AA batteries
• 12V rechargeable battery (#KIT-12V)
• 3.7V rechargeable battery pack (#LIT-10)

NOTE:
We recommend using the SPYPOINT #LIT-10 rechargeable lithium battery pack, sold separately.
FOR BEST RESULTS AND NO LEAKAGE:

• Use only new lithium or alkaline batteries.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not use rechargeable AA batteries (their lower voltage can generate operational issues).

HOW TO INSTALL AA BATTERIES PROPERLY

• Unlock and open the CELL-LINK door.
• Take the battery holder out and insert the AA batteries into the battery holder following polarity (+) and (-) indications.
• Place the battery holder back into the battery compartment, an audible click should be heard.

FORMATTING YOUR MicroSD CARD
Before inserting the MicroSD card into your CELL-LINK, it must be reformatted via a computer to ensure proper functionality. Memory card is sold separately. Whether you choose to use a MicroSD card you previously used in another device or a brand new one you’ve just bought, its capacity must not exceed 32 GB and it must be reformatted. Do not use the “Quick format” option.
INSERTING A MicroSD CARD

• Ensure the CELL-LINK is turned off and open its door.
• Insert a MicroSD memory card (up to 32 GB capacity) into the MicroSD card slot with the label facing up.
• The card is inserted correctly when a click is heard.

ACTIVATING YOUR CELL-LINK

You must activate your CELL-LINK via the free “SPYPOINTapp” or by logging on to the SPYPOINT.COM website.
FINDING THE ACTIVATION CODE
The activation code is located inside the CELL-LINK battery compartment door. You will need this unique code to activate the CELL-LINK.

SPYPOINT APP
Follow these steps:

1. On Google Play™ or the App Store™, search for “ SPYPOINT”.
2. Download and install the app on your smartphone or tablet.
3. Start the app. Select “ACTIVATE A DEVICE”. In the list, select “ CELL-LINK ” then follow the steps.
4. When complete, a confirmation email with instructions on how to finalize the creation of your account will be sent to you.
5. Log in to the SPYPOINT app using your email and password.

ACTIVATING YOUR CELL-LINK

SPYPOINT website
Follow these steps:

1. On the SPYPOINT website, select “ Log in ” in the top navigation menu. On the displayed page, select “ Register “, fill out the required fields, then log in.
2. Select the + sign on the far right of the page; in the list, select “CELL-LINK ” then follow the steps.
3. When complete, a confirmation email with instructions on how to finalize the creation of your account will be sent to you.
4. On the website, log in to your account using your email and password.

NOTE:
You can activate additional CELL-LINK’s for other cameras and switch between them in the SPYPOINT app or the “MY ACCOUNT” section of the SPYPOINT website.
CHOOSING A PHOTO TRANSMISSION PLAN
Go to https://www.spypoint.com/en/spypoint-experience/plans to read the latest offers and choose the plan that suits you.

CONFIGURING YOUR CELL-LINK

New settings take effect every time the CELL-LINK connects with the SPYPOINT app or website.
First transfer time: This allows you to choose the time when the CELL- LINK makes its first transfer of the day.
Transfer frequency: This allows you to choose the number of daily transfers.
NOTE: Photo transfers are set by default to every 4 hours from midnight.

STARTING YOUR CELL-LINK

1. Open the CELL-LINK door

2. Turn the CELL-LINK ON (ON/OFF switch)

3. All lights flashing – Searching for signal
   The signal search can take a few minutes to process. If only 1 bar is flashing, the network test is unsuccessful. Try moving the CELL-LINK (along with your camera) to another spot in order to maximize signal strength, then restart the cellular module. This operation might need to be repeated as the SPYPOINT SIM card and services are powered by multiple providers. The network modem will maneuver to ensure the strongest signal strength by searching for the best tower available (cellular network).

4. Solid bars – Signal strength
   Once the network test is completed, bars will stabilize showing the signal strength. Note that signal bars displayed on the CELL-LINK can differ from those shown on other cellular devices as there is no industry standard or practice to label DBM values to a specific number of bars.

5. All lights OFF – CELL-LINK ready
   Shut the CELL-LINK door. The CELL-LINK has updated its status in the SPYPOINT app and website with its latest information. The CELL-LINK is now ready to grab the pictures taken by your trail camera and transmit them to you via the SPYPOINT app or website upon its next transmission.

NOTE:
Before starting the CELL-LINK, ensure you have successfully configured your trail camera according to your preferences and that you have done this by following your camera’s user manual.
HERE ARE THE RECOMMENDED CAMERA SETTINGS FOR ENSURING OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE OF YOUR CELL LINK:

• A low-resolution photo format.
• Precisely adjusted date and time
• A delay is no shorter than 1 minute between each detection.
• In time-lapse mode, a delay is no shorter than 1 minute.

NOTE: The CELL-LINK doesn’t support video transfers. However, if you configure your camera for having a photo taken before each video, this photo will be sent out to you from the CELL-LINK.

INSTALLING AND CONNECTING THE CELL-LINK

To connect the SPYPOINT CELL-LINK to your trail camera from any brand, follow these steps (or view our video in the Help section):

1. Open your camera door.

2. Take the CELL-LINK memory card adapter cable and insert the end with the SD card into your camera’s SD card slot.

3. Keeping the SD memory card adapter cable held tightly against the case, direct the adapter cable so that it exits from the bottom of the camera case. The cable should
   hang loosely below the camera.
   (Avoid bringing the cable over any critical components).

4. Shut the camera door and lock the latch.

5. Flip the SD cable upward, sliding it up behind the camera, so that the CELL-LINK connector sticks out from behind the top of your camera.

6. Mount your camera to the tree. (The CELL-LINK SD adapter cable should now be found between the tree and camera)

7. Mount the CELL-LINK cellular module as close to your camera as possible.*

8. Connect the SD card cable connector to the CELL-LINK.

You can now access CELL-LINK photos, configurations, and statuses either via the SPYPOINT app or the SPYPOINT website.
NOTE:
It is strongly recommended to mount your CELL-LINK cellular module directly above your camera leaving as little space as possible between the two. Doing so will reduce the risk of having animals cause damage to the cable.
If your cable memory card adapter gets damaged, replacement cables can be ordered separately.

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 when you return your old appliance to a central collection point.
The WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive ) symbol represents the obligation that the labeled camera be sent to a separate center for the proper recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.

FREQUENCY

FREQUENCY RANGE:
800/ 850/ 900/ 1900/ 2100MHz
MAXIMUM TRANSMISSION POWER:

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.

THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING
FAQ, user manual & latest firmware available at:
SPYPOINT.COM/SUPPORT
Live chat support at
www.spypoint.com
service@spypoint.com
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References

• SPYPOINT
• SPYPOINT SUPPORT
• SPYPOINT
• Photo transmission plans

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