BRAUN 57649 4K Scouting Camera Instruction Manual

BRAUN Scouting Cam
BLACK500 4K
Instruction Manual

INTRODUCTION

With its highly sensitive 120° passive Infra-Red (PIR) sensor, the camera detects the sudden change of ambient temperature caused by moving game in a region of interest (ROI), and triggers to take pictures/videos, so you don’t miss what is walking in front of your camera.

Features

• Programmable picture resolution 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 16, 20, 24, 30, 48MP high quality resolution.
• Infrared night vision LEDs range 20m.
• In “photo+video” mode, camera takes both pictures and video at every trigger event.
• Impressively quick trigger speed of 0.6 second
• Unique side prep sensor design provides wider sensing angle and enhances camera’s response speed.
• In Time Lapse setting, the camera automatically and constantly takes pictures/videos at specified interval. This is very useful when observing plants lowering, birds building nest, or when monitoring unattended properties such as parking lots.
• With Target recording time “ON”, the camera can be programmed to only work in specified period. This feature can work together with Time Lapse feature.
• Serial Number setting enables you to code locations in the photos. This helps multi-camera users identify the location when reviewing the photos.
• Ultra-low standby power consumption. Extremely long in field life (in standby mode, up to 8 months with 8 x AA batteries).
• Built-in 2 .4″ TFT Color display to review images and videos.
• Date, time, temperature and moon phase can be stamped in the pictures.
• Backpack looking tree grabber makes mounting and aiming a snap. Perform in the most extreme temperatures from -20°C to +60°C.
• Compact size (142x109x72 mm). Well designed to deploy covertly.
• Lockable and password protected.
• IP66 water resistance.

Application

• Trail camera for hunting.
• Animal or event observation.
• Motion-triggered security camera for home, office and Community.
• All other indoor/outdoor surveillance where invasion evidence needed.

CAMERA OVERVIEW

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1. Up button
2. Right button
3. Shot button
4. OK button
5. Left button
6. Menu button
7. Replay button
8. Down button
9. MicroSD card slot| 10. USB jack
11. OFF
12. TEST
13. ON
14. Infrared LEDs
15. Lens
16. Front motion sensor
17. Side motion sensor
18. Display screen

SIMPLE TO USE THIS CAMERA

| ① Install Batteries
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| ② Install micro SD Card
| ③ switch to TEST
| ④ press MENU to setting
| ⑤ Format memory card
| ⑥ Reset to factory setting
| ⑦ set the Date & Time
| ⑧ switch to ON to use

BEFORE OPERATION

Power supply
Batteries Installation
Open the camera by unlocking latch firstly. The battery compartment is the right part of the camera. Open the protective cover of the battery compartment and insert 4 x 1.5v LR6/AA batteries into the battery slots. Make sure to insert each battery with correct polarity (+ and – end against the long spring of each battery slot). To increase the operating time, you can use 8 x 1.5v LR6/AA batteries. When using 4 batteries, they all should be installed in the top4 slots or in the bottom 4 slots.
Note:

• NEVER INSTALL DIFFERENT TYPES OF BATTERIES Or NEW AND OLD BATTERIES in the product at the same time. Rechargeable batteries are not recommended!
• Anytime you load or unload batteries, make sure that the camera is OFF. If using external power source, do not remove internal batteries.

Using an External power source optionally, you can connect an external 6V 1.5A DC power source to the DC connector at the bottom of the camera. The power connector is a 3.5×1.35mm coaxial DC Power plug with positive, ‘tip’, (inside pin) polarity.
Leave internal batteries in the camera during use.

Inserting the microSD Card
The camera uses a microSD (Secure Digital) memory card to save photos (in .jpg format) and/or videos (in .MOV format). MicroSD cards up to a maximum 512GB capacity are supported.
Insert the microSD card (with the camera’s power switch in the OFF position) before beginning to operate the camera. Don’t insert or remove the microSD card when the powerswitch is in the ON position.

• Insert the microSD card into the card slot. A “click” sound indicates that the card is installed successfully. If the wrong side of the card is facing up, you will not be able to insert it without force. There is only one correct way to insert cards.
• To take out memory card, just gently push in the card (do not try to pull it out without pushing in first). The card is released from the slot and ready to be removed when you hear the click.

Note:

• Be sure the camera’s power is switched OFF before inserting or removing the memory cards or batteries.
• Camera will not operate without a memory card installed.

CAMERA OPERATION

Mode Switch
There are three basic operational modes:

• OFF mode: power switch in the OFF Position.
• TEST mode: power switch at TEST Position (LCD screen is on).
• ON mode: power switch in the ON Position (LCD screen turns off after 5 seconds count down).

OFF Mode
The OFF mode is the “safe” mode when any actions must be taken, e.g. replacing the microSD Card or batteries, or transporting the device.

ON Mode
The camera will take photos or videos automatically (according to its current parameter settings) when it is triggered by the PIR Sensor’s detection of activity in the area it covers.

TEST Mode
In the TEST mode you Can check and change the settings of the camera with the help of its built-in LCD display. These settings, found in the TEST Menu, let you change the photo or video resolution, interval between photos, switch the time imprint on/off, etc.

Mode Change Setting on TEST mode
The main purpose of the TEST mode is to allow you to change the settings of the cameras parameters So your trail camera operates exactly the way you set.
|Slide the mode switch to TEST Position to start the test mode.

• Press the Up key, then press SHOT to take video for test.
• Press the DOWN Key, then press SHOT to take photo for test.
• Pressing the MENU button, the setup menu will be shown on the LCD.
• Press the Up or DOWN Key scrolls to the next or previous parameter.
• Press the RIGHT Or LEFT Key to change the setting.
• Press the OK button to save the new setting.
• Press the MENU button to exit the SETUP menu.

Mode
Photo: capture photos with motion detection.
Video: capture videoclips with motion detection.
Photo+Video: capture both photos and video with motion detection.

Photo resolution
set resolution for still photos.
Options: 3MP, 5MP, 7MP, 8MP, 10MP, 12 MP, 16 MP,20MP, 24MP, 30MP, 48MP.

Photo series
Selects how many photos are taken in sequence per trigger.
In addition to single shot mode (1 photo), you can take “2 photos in series” or “3 photos in series”.

Video resolution
Select video resolution.
Options: 4K@30FPS, 2.7K@30FPS, 1080P@60/30FPS, 720P@30FPS, VGA@30FPS

Video Length
Set the length of each video clip recorded each time motion is detected (between 5-30 seconds or 1-5 minutes), The longer the recording time selected the shorter the operating time. The preset video length is 10 seconds.

Cycle Storage
Off/On. Set this function on, the new files will overwrite the oldest files when the memory card is full.

PIR Interval
Set the time period that the camera should wait before reacting to subsequent activation of the main sensor after the initial recording. During the selected interval, the camera will not record any images or videos. This prevents the memory card from being filled up with too many recordings of the same event. You can select between 2-30 seconds or 1-60 minutes.

PIR Sensitivity
Low/Normal/High
The higher sensitivity, the longer detection distance.

IR Brightness
High Light/Normal/Economics.
IR LEDs Luminance can be set for different environment.

Side PIR
The default setting is On. The two side PlR sensors provide wider sensing angle and enhance response time. However, in some situations you have difficulty removing the interfering twigs or avoiding the sunlight. If so, you have the option to turn off the side sensors.

Target recording time1/2
Select “on” if the camera should only be active during a certain period. Two target periods can be set in this camera.
Time can be set at any time from 00:00 to 23:59. Out of the setting time, camera won’t be triggered.

Time lapse
Time lapse mode disables the PIR sensor and instead takes video clip automatically at your choice of intervals. Time can be set with interval 30 seconds, 1-30 minutes and 1-12 hours. This has the advantage for Scouting further distances that out of the PIR sensor’s range, such as big open areas (food plots, fields, etc.) or monitoring the flowering, sunrise and sunset.

Language
English, German, Swedish, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Polish, Japanese, Dutch, Slovak, Czech

System Time
Here you can set the date in yyyy/MM/DD and time in 24 hrs format. Use LEFT and RIGHT to move to next field. Use Up or DOWN to change the setting, press OK to save the setting.

Serial NO.
Select “on” if you want to use a serial number to rank the camera. You can set a 6-digit or alphabet combination. This helps multi-camera users identify the location when reviewing the photos, since each camera will imprint its number on all photos it captures.
Temp. Unit Celsius/Fahrenheit optional.

Beep Sound
Off/On.

Audio recording
Off/On; sound can be recorded in the video when this function is set On.

Stamp
Select Date or Date & time to be printed on each photo and video. When this function is turned on temperature and moon phase will be printed as well. Select OFF for no imprint.

Password protection
Select “on” if you want to use a password to protect the camera. A 4-digit or alphabet password can be set. Once the code is set, the camera will request the password to access.

Format memory card
Deletes (erases) all files stored on a card to prepare it for reuse.
Always format a card that has been previously used in other devices.
Caution! Make sure you have downloaded and backed up any files you want to preserve first! Press OK to format the card, press MENU to exit without formatting.

Reset setting
select ‘yes’ and press ok to restore all parameters to the original factory default settings.

Aligning the camera
In test mode you can work out the optimum exposure angle and the range of the motion sensors.
► During alignment, consider whether the use of the side motion sensors may be useful for attaining the desired observation results.
You can activate/deactivate the side motion sensors using the above-described menu.

Align the camera as follows:
Fasten the camera to a tree or similar object at a height of 0.8-1.3 meters to avoid aligning too much higher than the height of shooting subjects and align the camera in the desired direction.
Then move slowly from area to the other side.
While doing this, monitor the motion display.
If this lights up in blue, you have been detected by one of the activated side motion sensors. If it lights up in red, you have been detected by the front motion sensor. In this way, you can work out the best alignment for the camera.
The motion display only lights up when the operating mode selector switch is in the TEST position and one of the motion sensors has detected movement. During normal operation, there will be no LED display in this case.
To ensure that the camera does not make unwanted recordings of irrelevant movements, it should not be setup in a sunny location or close to branches that can move in the wind. The recording angle of the sensors is about 120° from corner to corner; and the recording field for photos and videos is around 110°.

Switch to ON
AFTER CHANGING TO DESIRED SETTING and SIMPLY SLIDING SWITCHES TO ON POSITION , the camera is active standby mode and will record media according to the settings. Firstly the motion indicator LED will blink red for about 5 seconds. Any motion is detected by the side PIR Sensor the camera will be active without trigger. As soon as the further motion is detected by the central PIR Sensor within 5 minutes the camera will take photos or videos. otherwise, the unit will return to standby state.

VIEWING/DELETING RECORDINGS

• Reviewing images on the Camera LCD
• Put the power switch in TEST position.
• Press the Replay button to enter image review mode.
• Use the UP/DOWN buttons to scroll through your photos or videos.
• Press the OK button to play or pause a video.

Deleting Photos or Videos

• Put the power switch in TEST position.
• Press the Replay button to enter image review mode.
• Press the MENU button, you will see the first Delete screen.
• It lets you select the option to delete only the currently displayed photo/video, or all photos/videos.
• Press OK to Delete.
• Press MENU to cancel the operation without deleting any files.

File protection
Under playback mode, press Menu to find Protect function.
This function can be used to protect individual or all saved recordings from accidental deletion.

◆ Select “Protect Single” to protect current file
◆ Select “Protect All” to protect all saved recordings from accidental deletion.
◆ Select “Unprotect Single” to remove the write protection for the currently selected recording.
◆ Select “Unprotect All” to remove the write protection for all saved recordings.

Reviewing Images Directly from the microSD Card
This is the most popular method of viewing images.
Removing the microSD Card and take it home or campsite to view the images by using a microSD Card “reader” connected to the computer (some computers have a built-in microSD Card slot).

Reviewing Images by connecting to a computer
When using a PC (or Mac*) to view photos (or video clips), firstly connect the device to the computer with the USB Cable (included). It will be recognized as a ‘mass storage’. You can view images and videos in the folder \DCIM\.

TROUBLE SHOOTING/FAQ

Photos Do Not capture Subject of Interest
This is the result of placing the camera in an environment where there is motion associated with tree branches creating motion or an area where there is high heat in the foreground and any motion from wind. Setting a camera up over water is also a potential cause for this issue, To remedy this situation:

1. Try moving the camera to an area that does not have any of these issues.
2. If the camera continues to take images of no interest, try placing the camera in an inside environment and aiming at a location where there is no motion.
3. If the camera continues to show issues, please contact our customer service.

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 alkaline batteries. Make sure that the power switch was turned to the ON position and not in the TEST mode.

Camera won’t take images
Please make sure that the microSD card is not full. If the card is full, the camera will stop taking images, or please turn endless capture ON.
Check the batteries to make sure that they are new alkaline.
Make sure that the camera power switch is in the ON position and not in the OFF or TEST mode.
If you have used a microSD card in another device before, you might want to try formatting the card.

Camera won’t power up
Make sure that you have installed at least a full set of 4 batteries in correct position. Make sure that the batteries are installed correctly, observing proper polarity.
After moving the switch from OFF to TEST or ON make sure that the switch is correctly in position to ensure the proper mode.
Do not move the switch directly from ON to TEST, always move the switch all the way down to OFF first, then back up to TEST.

Still Photo and/or Video Quality Problems
Night photos or videos appear too dark:
Check the battery indicator icon to see if battery power is full.
The flash will stop operating near the end of the battery life.
You will get the best results when the subject is within the ideal flash range, no farther than 20 meters.
Please note that when the Capture Number parameter is set higher than “1 Photo”, or with very short Interval settings, 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.
Daytime photos or videos appear too dark: Make sure that the camera is not aimed at the sun or other light sources during the day.

Night photos or videos appear too bright:
Subjects may appear too bright at closer distances.
Daytime photos or videos appear too bright: Make sure that the camera is not aimed at the sun or other light sources during the day.
Photos with streaked subjects: In some cases with low lighting conditions and fast moving subjects, the 8MP or 12MP resolution settings may not perform as well as the 5MP setting.
If you have multiple images where fast moving subjects produce streaks on the photo, try the 5MP setting instead.
Short video clips-not recording to the length set:
a. Check to make sure that the SD card is not full.
b. Make sure that the camera has good batteries in it. Near the end of the battery life, the camera may choose to record shorter video clips to conserve power.

Date/Time Stamp not appearing on images
Make sure that the Time Stamp parameter is set to ‘ON’ position.
PIR Sensor LED Flashes/Doesn’t Flash
When the camera is in the TEST mode, a special LED on the front of the camera will flash when it senses motion. This is for setup purposes only and will help the user aim the camera. During ON Mode, the LED will not flash when the camera takes an image. This is to help keep the camera hidden from game.

Camera won’t retain settings
Make sure that you have been saving the changes to any parameter settings that you made while in Setup mode, by pressing OK after changing the setting.

Moisture or Ants inside Camera
To ensure humidity or rain is kept out of the camera, secure the DC in 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 In plug is securely attached.

CAMERA SPECIFICATIONS

moonphase and date or date&time
Time Lapse| On/off; Time Lapse programmable
Target recording time 1/2| 2 time periods can be set; 00:00 to 23:59 programmable
Password| 4-digit or alphabet
Built-in Microphone| Yes
Built-in Speaker| Yes
Auto-distinguish images| Color images in daytime/ black & white night images
Auto power off| Auto power of in 2 minutes while no keypad controlling
PC Interface| Mini USB2.0
Power supply| 4XAA; Expandable to 8XAA; External 6V1.5A DC Power
Standby time| Approx. 8 months
Waterproof| IP66
Operating Temperature| -20°C to +60°C
Dimensions| 142x109x72 mm

ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To prevent personal injury or property damage, read and follow all electrical safety instructions before using the product.
Safety of the batteries
Keep all batteries out of the reach of children

• For batteries
  1. Make sure the + and – poles are properly plugged in when you insert the batteries
  2. Do not short the positive (+) and negative (-) poles
  3. Do not charge disposable batteries
  4. Do not mix the old ones with new batteries or different types of batteries
  5. Dispose of all batteries safely. Never burn the batteries as they could explode.
  6. Always remove dead batteries from the product.
  7. Always remove the batteries from the product when not in use for a long time.

Privacy Policy
In every country, legal data protection rules apply. As these rules may vary per country, please contact the appropriate authorities to learn about the latest privacy policy in your country. In any case kindly note:

• Do not observe public areas such as sidewalks, roads, parking lots, etc.
• Never observe your staff.
• Respect the general right of privacy.
• Do not publish pictures showing individuals without having their permission. Do not publish pictures showing identifiable automobile license plates.
• Make aware of the observed areas with a sign and inform your neighbors and visitors if necessary.

CE MARKING
The CE marking complies with the European standards and indicates that the product meets the requirements of the applicable EU directives. The complete declaration of conformity can be found on our website www.braun- phototechnik.de directly on the product page.

BRAUN Photo Technik GmbH
Merkurstr. 8
72184 Eutingen
Germany
www.braun-phototechnik.de
post@braun-phototechnik.de

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