UsoGood TC18 Trail Camera User Manual

TC 18
TRAIL CAMERA
User Manual

TC18 Trail Camera

Activate Warranty

1. Scan the QR code to activate the warranty immediately and extend the warranty to 36 months.

2. Enter the URL: www.usogood.cohttp://qr.hotlnk.cn/url/79861084989
   Watch Operation Video

3. Scan the OR code to watch more operation video about camera, such as video of camera connection, video of how to Insert the SIM Card and the operation video of how to set the motion detection alarm, etc.

4. Search for ““Usogood” subscription on YouTube, click on the playlist, and find the corresponding model to watch installation/operation videos.http://qr.hotlnk.cn/url/79861085029
   Get User Manual

5. Scan the QR code to get the latest version of the PDF manual of Usogood TC18.

6. Visit www.usogood.co, choose the user manual directory, and select the corresponding product model.http://qr.hotlnk.cn/url/79861562016

Important Instructions Before Using

1. Although every effort is made to make the manuals complete and accurate, there may be some discrepancies due to the constant upgrading of products and APP.
   Please refer to the actual receipt.

2. Please insert or pull out the SIM card only when the camera is turned off.

3. In order to ensure that the camera can obtain a good mobile network, it is recommended that you use the SIM card that comes with the camera.

4. The SIM card that comes with the camera only provides 300M of data for free.
   Please add the data plan in the APP in time after adding the camera successfully.

5. To ensure the continuous use of the camera, please ensure that the SIM card has sufficient data, and continue to supplement the data plan for the SIM card.

6. In order to ensure the battery life, it is not recommended to point the camera directly at the road or in a place with a lot of people/vehicles

Charge the Camera
Please use a 5V/2A charger to charge the solar camera so that the camera cannot be started and connected due to power failure

Download and Register APP

1. Download ” UBox” APP
   Search for ‘UBox’ on the App Store or Google Play, or scan the QR code below to download and install it on your smartphone.
   http://app.ubianet.com/app/ubox/
   Download on the App Store
   Note: For old users, please update the APP to the latest version.

2. APP Permission Settings
   When using the application for the first time, please turn on the following 2 permissions.
   ① Allow ” UBox” to access mobile cellular data and WLAN, otherwise you will not be able to add devices.
   ② Allow ” UBox ” to receive messages, otherwise the phone will not receive alert push notifications when motion detection alerts are triggered. * The above is a screenshot of IOS cell
   Phone operation, Android cell phone permissions open method is basically the same as this method.

3. Register Account and Login
   (1) Register: Select your country to register an account with your email.
   (2) Login: Enter your existing account and password to login.
   Note: The camera cannot be shared between different registration regions.

Install SIM Card and TF Card

1. Choose SIM Card
   ① A SIM card is included in the camera box, and this camera only supports this included SIM card.
   It has the advantages of easy installation and use, fast and convenient data recharge, strong network compatibility, strong 4G signal, strong compatibility with the camera, no need to sign an agreement with the operator, etc. It is recommended for you touse it.
   Note: This SIM card is only compatible with this camera, please do not insert it into a smartphone or other electronic products.

2. Insert the SIM Card and TF Card
   ① Activate the SIM card and put it into the card slot. Please remember: the side with the gold contacts is facing up, and you need to push the trimmed notch into the SIM card slot and press it all the way in.
   ② Insert TF card into the camera for recording. This camera supports a maximum of 128G TF card.
   Note: Do not insert the SIM card into the card slot backwards. It will cause the SIM card not to be recognized, and the SIM card will be stuck inside and cannot be pulled out.

Add the Camera On the Phone

After inserting the SIM card, press and hold the power button of the camera for § seconds to turn on the camera. Then open the UBox app and add the camera according to the following figure.

1. Tap’+’to Add a Device
2. Select Setup 4G Camera
3. Power on Camera
4. Scan QR code on the camera
5. Wait for Connection
6. Device Added
   Note: If you have tried to add the camera several times and it still fails, pls reach out to the Usogood after-sales support for further assistance.

PIR Detection and Message Push

In order to obtain the alarm message push function, please enable the push permission of the APP in the mobile phone system.
The camera has a wealth of motion detection setting options, including: “motion detection sensitivity”, “Arming setting”, “Device alarm” and other functions.
The activity detection sensitivity can be selected to meet your specific needs.
Enter the application, select the device, and enter “Device Settings” → ” Activity Detection” to flexibly set the camera’s alarm detection function.

Battery Life and Safety Instructions

The PIR sensor is frequently triggered, repeatedly waking up the camera to work.| ① Reduce the sensitivity of motion detection.
② Avoid the camera facing the roadside or crowded places.
Frequent and long-term remote viewing of videos on mobile phones| Reduce the frequency and time of watching videos remotely.
The network is very poor, causing the camera to search the network frequently and automatically| Determine whether the 4G network signal around the camera is poor, avoid objects that interfere with the signal around, and move the camera to a position with better signal.
In low temperature and cold weather, battery performance will be reduced and solar charging efficiency will decrease| In cold weather, reduce the sensitivity of motion detection and reduce the working time of the camera.
Inefficient or no charging of solar panels| ① Ensure that the solar panel can receive sufficient sunlight
② Check whether the solar panel is faulty
③ Regularly clean the surface of the panel
④ Check whether the charging port is in poor contact or faulty
Camera consumes power faster than solar charging efficiency| Refer to the solution above

Reminder: If the above attempts still cannot solve the problem of short battery life, please reach out to the Usogood after-sales support (support@usogood.co ) for further assistance.

FAQs

For more detailed FAQs, please log in the APP, “Me“-“Frequently sked questions”.

1.Failed to add during network configuration?

Please ensure that the device is installed in a good 4G network environment.

2.After scan adding is still unsuccessful?

Restart the device or power off the device after scan adding is still unsuccessful, and then try to add it again.

3.The device cannot preview normally?

Please check whether the 4G network signal is too weak, and check whether the SIM card data is in arrears. If you still can't preview, reset the camera and add it again.

4.After resetting the device, why is the camera still in the device list?

Resetting the device can only reset the network configuration of the camera, but annot change the configuration on the APP. If you want to delete the camera from the device list, you must log in to the APP and go to Basic Settings and select “Delete device” to delete.

5.If the device comes with a Nano SIM card, can it be used ona mobile phone or other device?

The attached Nano SIM card has been bound by the device, and it is forbidden to insert it into other devices for use, otherwise the Nano SIM card will be locked and cannot be used.

6.The camera drops frequently and cannot be connected?

(1) Please check whether the 4G network signal around the camera is good, and avoid signal interference around. (2) Check whether the SIM card is loose. (3) Check whether the 4G network of your SIM card operator covers the installation location of the camera. It is recommended to try the SIM card that comes with the camera.

7.How much data does the camera consume per month?

The traffic consumed by the camera depends on the resolution you select when viewing. The higher the resolution, the greater the traffic consumption. The longer the preview video and recording playback time, the greater the data consumption. The more times the PIR sensor is triggered, the greater the data consumption.

If you have more questions, pls scan the QR code on the first page to get the latest version of the PDF manual to try to solve or reach out to the Usogood After-sales support (support@usogood.co) for further assistance.

FCC Statement
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 outlet ona circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. (Example- use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices). Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
The equipment complies with FCC Radiation exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body.

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