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1. PRIMOS H UNT Instruction Manual Model 63053 12 14 nos 65053 BulletProof Cam_1LIM indd 1 12 16 14 11 46 A nos 65053 BulletProof Cam_1LIM indd 2 12 16 14 11 46 A CLEANING CAMERA Do not use window or any chemical cleaner to clean any part of the camera especially the LED array as it will remove camo black coating on the filter Only use water dampened cloth and wipe gently DO NOT COVER UP PIR LED LIGHT ON THE FRONT OF THE CAMERA HOUSING This light also detects light conditions for camera exposure Use this light to verify PIR sensor activity after installing on tree After 3 minutes in active state the camera will no longer illuminate this LED for ultimate stealth during operation IMPORTANT For your protection please carefully read these warnings precautions and safety operating instructions completely before operating this product Follow these instructions closely and keep this manual for future reference WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or product damage failure Do not expose unit with the battery door open to rain moisture dripping or splashing Do not open or close the battery door with wet hand Completely wipe off water on unit and door before opening Do not lay product on moist ground or submerge in water this unit is designed for upright outdoor use DO NOT OPEN CASE HOUSING UNINSULATED DANGEROUS VOLTAGE WITHIN PRODUCTS ENCLOSURE DO2. ON position The PIR indicator LED below the lens will glow for 3 seconds when you trigger the PIR by entering the coverage area Adjust the camera position as needed and repeat the test until the desired coverage area is achieved After three minutes the PIR indicator will not glow when you are in the coverage area to avoid being seen by animals or potential thieves The camera is now sleeping and waiting for the PIR sensor to trigger the an image capture Maximum PIR sensor range is approx 13 meters 42 ft Camera view zone Sensor detection zone 13 nos 65053 BulletProof Cam_1LlM indd 13 12 16 14 11 46 A 4 Secure the Camera A standard padlock may be used in the camera s lock hole to secure it and prevent theft VIEWING THE PHOTOS After your camera has been operating for awhile you will of course want to review the photos it has been capturing This can be done by either of two methods according to your preference or the availability of accessory equipment Using an SD Card Reader 1 Push the SD card in slightly to release it then pull it out of the camera gently 2 Put the SD card into a USB connected SD card reader either a dedicated SD card reader or multi card reader that features slots for different types of memory cards including SD or the SD card slot on your computer if it has one 3 The SD card or card reader should appear on your desktop or list of conne
3. 15 nos 65053 BulletProof Cam_1LlM indd 15 12 16 14 11 46 A TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 63053 Image Sensor Type 1 4 Inch CMOS Sensor Resolution Effective Focal Length Lens Aperture 1 3 Megapixels 7 6 mm f 2 0 IR Filter Automatic IR Filter PIR Sensor Yes Trigger Speed lt 1 3 seconds Number of IR LED 14 LEDs Max Night Vision Lighting Distance 30 feet Storage SD Card up to 16 GB Capacity PIR Indicator Yes Image Resolution 6 MP File Format JPEG Date Time Imprint Yes initial data input via text file on SDI card Moon Phase Imprint Yes Exposure Auto White Balance Auto Power Supply 4 or 8 AA cell batteries alkaline or lithium Power Consumption lt 200ma lt 600ma w LED flash Average Continuous Running Time approx 2 mo 1 mo depending on off photos using LED flash Water Resistant Yes 6MP resolution via software interpolation 16 nos 65053 BulletProof Cam_1LIM indd 16 e 12 16 14 11 46 A e Troubleshooting FAQ Battery life is shorter than expected ils Battery life will vary with operating temperature and the number of images taken over time Check to make sure you have used new alkaline or lithium batteries Primos recommends using 8 Energizer Lithium AA batteries in this BULLET PROOF Game Camera to obtain maximum battery life Make sure that you are using a goo
4. NOT REMOVE HOUSING COVER THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO PRIMOS CUSTOMER SERVICE Only use batteries as specified in this user manual and install according to correct polarization Failure to follow may result in leaking or exploding batteries damage to product fire or personal injury Do not handle damaged or leaking batteries Do not expose to extreme heat Do not leave product and or batteries exposed in direct sunlight inside a vehicle or other contained environment for a long period of time Only use accessories as recommended in this manual DO NOT install internal batteries and connect an external rechargeable battery at the same time Failure to follow this warning may result in premature battery drain leaking or exploding batteries damage to product fire or personal injury Do not handle damaged or leaking batteries nos 65053 BulletProof Cam_1LIM indd 3 12 16 14 11 46 A CARE amp CAUTION e Transport and handle with care Do not strongly shake bump hit drop or otherwise cause impact to the product can result in product malfunction or damage to key components Additionally damage to the case could result in imperfections to water resistant properties e Take extra care when handling or using product in places with sand and dust Sand dust and foreign substances exposed to product especially in extreme proportions may result in poor speaker quality damage to the extern
5. al jacks or internal components and could cause malfunction of the product If exposed to any of these elements please carefully wipe off completely before continued use MODIFICATION WARNING You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your warranty of this equipment OPERATING TEMPERATURE Recommended storage temperature range 10 F to 140 F Recommended operating temperature range 20 F to 120 F WARNING To avoid possible product damage and or injury NEVER INSTALL DIFFERENT TYPES OF BATTERIES in the product at the same time Failure to follow may result in leaking or exploding batteries damage to product fire or personal injury Do not handle damaged or leaking batteries QUESTIONS Feel free to contact Primos Customer Service Team with any comments questions problems or return requests Call 601 879 9323 or e mail service primos com nos 65053 BulletProof Cam_1LlM indd 4 12 16 14 11 46 A Page Index Introduction 7 Parts 8 Controls Guide 8 9 Battery and SD Card Installation 10 Date amp Time Imprint Feature 11 12 Power On 12 Set Up 12 13 Viewing the Photos 14 Glossary 15 Technical Specifications 16 Troubleshooting FAQ 17 19 nos 65053 BulletProof Cam_1LIM indd 5 12 16 14 11 46 A IMPORTANT NOTE Congratulations on your purchase of one of the best Game Cameras on the market Primos is very proud of this camera and we are sure you will be please
6. amp date the camera will think the current date is still the same as it was two days ago and the imprint on your photos will be off by that much 19 nos 65053 BulletProof Cam_1LlM indd 19 12 16 14 11 46 A WARRANTY You MUST register your BULLET PROOF Cam online within 30 days of receipt to receive the 1 Year warranty AND present a Proof of Purchase to receive warranty protection If neither of these are presentable we will not replace your item Up to 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Primos Hunting Primos warrants the BULLET PROOF Cam to be free from defects in workmanship and materials under normal use and conditions for the time periods and terms as set forth below According to this Limited Warranty Primos will at its discretion a repair the production using new or refurbished parts or b replace the product with a new or refurbished product product that has been returned to its original specifications In the event of a defect these are the exclusive remedies available to the original consumer purchaser only and is not assignable or transferable Terms You must register your BULLET PROOF Cam and keep the Proof of Purchase to receive warranty protection on your Camera Go online to www primos com registration and complete the Online Registration You have 1 month from date of purchase to register your BULLET PROOF Cam online visit primos zendesk com for FAQ PDF manuals camera support or t
7. cted drives Double click it to view or download the photo files jpg on the SD card 14 nos 65053 BulletProof Cam_1LlM indd 14 12 16 14 11 46 A GLOSSARY PIR Passive Infrared Sensor Senses motion like a typical security motion detector Requires infrared energy heat in addition to motion to trigger the sensor to help limit detection to live subjects rather than leaves etc Moon Phase The BULLET PROOF Game Camera has a feature which imprints a moon phase stamp on each photo for reference IR Flash Also called IR LED Array This is a night vision feature which emits a burst of infrared light invisible to the human eye Especially useful for night photos when a visible flash may be undesirable Battery Life Time that camera will function in the field Dependent on ambient temperature number of images taken and number of times the IR flash fires When the battery voltage drops below 4 5v the IR flash stops firing When battery voltage is below 3 5v the camera stops working Mass Storage Connect the camera with a USB cable to a computer press the SETUP button and the computer can access the contents of the SD card The camera is automatically recognized as an external drive without the need to install special drivers Win 98 and older operating systems are not supported Mac OSX is also compatible the camera will appear on your desktop as an external storage device or disk
8. d quality name brand SD card in your camera Primos recommends SanDisk brand SD Cards up to 16GB Our experience indicates that poor quality SD cards can sometimes reduce your BULLET PROOF Game Camera battery life Camera stops taking images or won t take images Ts Please make sure that the SD card is not full If the card is full the camera will stop taking images Check the batteries to make sure that they are new alkaline or lithium AA batteries See note above about short battery life Make sure that the camera power switch is in the ON position and not in the OFF position Make sure that you are using a good quality SD card in your camera Primos recommends SanDisk SD Cards up to 16GB If the SD card has its write protect switch in the lock position the camera will not take images If you have used an SD card in another device before inserting it in your BULLET PROOF Game Camera you might want to try formatting the card on your computer make sure you have backed up any important files first as formatting will erase all previous files In some cases other devices may change the formatting of the SD card so that it will not work properly with the BULLET PROOF Game Camera nos 65053 BulletProof Cam_1LIM indd 17 o 17 12 16 14 11 46 A Troubleshooting FAQ Camera won t power up 1 Make sure that you have installed at least 4 batteries in the battery compartment Primos recomme
9. d with yours as well We appreciate your business and want to earn your trust Please refer to the notes below and the instructions in this manual to ensure that you are completely satisfied with this product If your Primos BULLET PROOF Game Camera does not seem to be functioning properly or if you are having photo video quality issues please check the Troubleshooting FAQ section on pages 17 19 Problems are often due to something simple that was overlooked or require only changing one setting to solve If your problem continues after trying the solutions in the Troubleshooting FAQ section please call Primos Customer Service at 601 879 9323 Primos recommends using 8 Energizer Lithium AA batteries in this BULLET PROOF Game Camera to obtain maximum battery life Do Not Mix Old and New Batteries Do not mix battery types use ALL lithium or ALL alkaline Rechargeable batteries are not recommended Primos recommends using SanDisk SD and SDHC Cards up to 16GB capacity in this BULLET PROOF Game Camera nos 65053 BulletProof Cam_1LIM indd 6 12 16 14 11 46 A INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of a Primos BULLET PROOF Game Camera This camera with its weatherproof rugged construction is designed to record animal activity in the outdoors Your BULLET PROOF Game Camera features a compact portable size and an extra long battery life Main Features 6MP image resolution Compact Size Trig
10. ger Time 1 3 seconds or less Automatic IR Filter 14 Night Vision LEDs Supports up to 16 GB SD Card Date Time amp Moon Phase Imprint Auto Exposure Auto White Balance Power Supply 4 or 8 AA batteries lithium or alkaline Mounting Strap Supplied Weatherproof nos 65053 BulletProof Cam_1LIM indd 7 12 16 14 11 46 A Parts and Controls Guide PIR Motion Sensor Latch Camera Padlock Lens Hole Infrared LED Array Front of Camera Light Sensor PIR Indicator IR LED Array Detail 8 nos 65053 BulletProof Cam_1LIM indd 8 12 16 14 11 46 A Parts and Controls Guide Battery Compartment note orientation for correct polarity Power Switch SD Card Slot nos 65053 BulletProof Cam_1LIM indd 9 12 16 14 11 46 A BATTERY INSTALLATION To maximize battery life you should install a full set of 8 AA lithium for longest life or alkaline batteries The camera may also be powered by just four batteries installed in the first starting on the left near the padlock hole slots only Battery life will be shorter with 4 batteries but the camera will operate normally NOTE Always set the power switch to the OFF position when installing or removing batteries Please make sure the batteries are inserted correctly as indicated inside the battery compartment Incorrect voltage or polarity will damage the camera Do not mix old and new batteries Do not mix battery types use ALL lit
11. hium or ALL alkaline Rechargeable batteries are not recommended SD CARD INSTALLATION Memory Your BULLET PROOF Game Camera has a memory card slot to accept SD cards up to 16 GB max capacity not included When the SD card is full the camera will stop capturing images Inserting an SD card Make sure the power switch is in the OFF position whenever adding or removing memory Insertan SD card into the card slot completely and oriented correctly as shown by the icon above the slot label up contacts facing down and notched corner on the right To remove the SD memory card depress the SD card and pull out the card gently Using a new blank SD card is recommended If the SD card has been used in another device please make sure to format it FAT16 using your computer before you set the camera to capture photos New cards are ready to use straight from the package 10 e nos 65053 BulletProof Cam_1LlM indd 10 12 16 14 11 46 A DATE AND TIME IMPRINT FEATURE Your Digital BULLET PROOF Game Camera will automatically imprint the date time and moon phase on each photo it captures based on the initial date and time data in a text file you can generate and save on the SD card as described below If no text file with date time is found on the card when the camera is turned on only Primos will be imprinted on the photos z py oF Requirements A PC computer with an internal SD card slot or an e
12. matically loaded into the camera and the text file txt will be deleted It is important to get the card from computer to camera as soon as possible to ensure the initial time is still accurate Note for Mac OSX users although the Timetool software is Windows only you can create a compatible file using any application that supports plain text files txt format Using this app type the current date and time using this format TIME YYYYMMDDHHMM Include the word TIME with quote marks Do not add spaces hyphens or slashes For example TIME 201407171038 represents July 17th 2014 at 10 38 AM Save this as a txt file to your SD card naming the file TIMESYNC e POWER ON After inserting batteries and an SD card w date amp time file at your option slide the power switch to the On position The PIR indicator red LED is used to warn of problems with the SD card or battery Ifthe red light flashes rapidly for 10 seconds there is a problem with the SD card Check the card make sure it s inserted correctly and protect switch is not locked or try a different card Ifthe red light stays on for 20 seconds the battery level is low insert fresh batteries To capture photos of activity in the area you choose to locate your Primos BULLET PROOF Game Camera follow the steps listed below in SET UP SET UP 1 Mount the Camera It is recommended that you mount the camera about 3 or 4 feet 0 9 1 2 meters
13. nds using 8 Energizer Lithium AA batteries in this BULLET PROOF Game Camera 2 Make sure that the batteries are installed correctly observing proper polarity Always place the negative flat end of each battery in contact with the spring tab side of its slot inside the camera Do not mix old and new batteries Do not mix battery types use ALL lithium or ALL alkaline Rechargeable batteries are not recommended Still Photo and or Video Quality Problems 1 Night photos appear too dark a Try using a set of new batteries The flash will stop operating near the end of the battery life b You will get the best results when the subject is within the ideal flash range no farther than 30 from the camera Subjects may appear too dark at greater distances 2 Daytime photos appear too dark a Make sure that the camera is not aimed at the sun or other light sources during the day as this may cause the auto exposure to produce darker results 3 Night photos appear too bright a You will get the best results when the subject is within the ideal flash range no closer than 10 3m from the camera Subjects may appear too light at closer distances 4 Daytime photos appear too bright a Make sure that the camera is not aimed at the sun or other light sources during the day 5 Red green or blue color cast a Under certain lighting conditions the sensor can become confused resulting in poor color images b If thi
14. o open a troubleshooting ticket Limitations This warranty is valid only if the product is used for the purpose for which it was designed It does not cover 1 products which have been damaged by negligence misuse including but not limited to improper storage battery leakage and water damage caused by submersion accident or which have been modified or repaired by unauthorized persons 2 cracked or broken housing of units damaged by excess heat or impact force 3 damage caused by wild animals 4 the cost of shipping this product to the factory for service and its return to you Instructions In the event warranty service is needed please contact Primos Customer Service service primos com to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number Once you have secured a RMA number you will be required to 1 Write RMA number in large visible print on outside of package 2 Remove SD memory card and batteries from product and pack in well padded or highly protective box Primos Hunting will NOT be responsible for damage incurred in returning product for repair 3 Include Return Form and Proof of Purchase in with return 4 Send product prepaid to Primos Camera Returns Repairs 9200 Cody Overland Park KS 66214 20 e nos 65053 BulletProof Cam_1LIM indd 20 12 16 14 11 46 A Primos makes no representations or warranties either expressed or implied by or concerning any content of these written materials or sof
15. off the ground with the camera pointed at a slight downward angle It s best to avoid mounting the camera facing east or west as the rising and setting of the sun could produce false triggers and overexposed 12 e nos 65053 BulletProof Cam_1LlM indd 12 12 16 14 11 46 A images Clear branches and other debris away from the front of the camera so as not to block the camera lens or PIR sensor To mount the camera in place insert the strap through the strap slots on the rear housing Wrap the strap around the mounting surface Secure the strap and tighten the buckle in order to secure the camera Make sure that both of the camera s latches are securely locked in place to ensure proper weather resistance 2 Power On the Camera If both SD card and batteries are good the camera will begin taking photos 10 seconds after you move the switch to ON whenever it is triggered by the PIR sensor s heat motion detection Each time the PIR sensor is triggered the camera will take a new photo following a 10 second delay For the first three minute of operation the PIR indicator will glow for about 3 seconds when it senses animal or human activity within the PIR coverage area See Test the Coverage Area below 3 Test the Coverage Area One of the BULLET PROOF Game Camera s most useful features is the ability to test the coverage area After mounting the camera open the front housing and slide the Power switch to the
16. ption 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 on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help The device does not contain any user serviceable parts Repairs should only be made by an Authorized Primos repair center Unauthorized repairs or modifications could result in permanent damage to the equipment and will void your warranty and your authority to operate this device under Part 15 regulations The shielded interface cable which is provided 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 Fe C 21 e nos 65053 BulletProof Cam_1LIM indd 21 12 16 14 11 46 A PRIMOS HUNT For further questions or additional information please contact Primos Customer Service 601 879 9323 service primos com 2014 B 0 P e nos 65053 BulletProof Cam_1LlM indd 22 12 16 14 11 46 A
17. s is seen on a consistent basis then the sensor may need servicing Please contact Primos customer service 18 e nos 65053 BulletProof Cam_1LlM indd 18 12 16 14 11 46 A Troubleshooting FAQ Photos Do Not Capture Subject of Interest 1 Try to set your camera up in an area where there is not a heat source in the camera s line of sight 2 In some cases setting the camera near water will make the camera take images with no subject in them Try aiming the camera over ground 3 Try to avoid setting the camera up on small trees that are prone to being moved by strong winds 4 Remove any limbs which are right in front of the camera lens PIR Sensor LED Flashes Doesn t Flash 1 For the first three minutes after the camera is switch on the PIR Indicator LED on the front of the camera will flash for 3 seconds whenever it senses motion This is for setup purposes only and will help the user aim the camera 2 During use the LED will not flash when the camera takes an image This is to help keep the camera hidden from game Time Date Imprint is Not Accurate 1 If you let any significant amount of time elapse between setting and saving the current time on the SD card using your computer following the Timetool directions on pg 11 and inserting it back into the camera the time will be off by that amount If you don t put the card back into the camera until two days after you saved the text file on it with the time
18. tware or for damages resulting from the use of the information contained therein Primos reserves the right to alter the features and contents of this publication hardware or software without obligation or advance notice Warranty does not extend to any accessories used with the camera Primos is not responsible if you use the BULLET PROOF Cam for illegal purposes Primos shall not be obligated to perform preventative maintenance installation deinstallation or maintenance The illustrations in this manual are for instructional purposes only and may not represent actual product exactly FCC Compliance 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 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 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 rece
19. xternal USB card reader The Timetool application Windows only which is provided by the camera see details below Steps T 1 Switch the BULLET PROOF Game Camera to ON 5 Insert a new SD card in the camera s card slot The MIES Timetool exe software will El tinetoot co be automatically saved tothe card Wara 2 Turn off the camera and Fee ame remove the SD card Insert o a the card in your computer s a gt SD card slot or a compatible USB connected card reader a pu View the SD card contents a Patt double click to open the file Dey timetool exe Hour 3 Click Update in the Timetool Minute are window to automatically fill in the date and time from las 3 your computer s clock If this is not the correct date and 4 ox Comcel time click Edit and make changes as needed 4 Click the button above Cancel and select the SD card location drive letter Or if you know the drive letter for the SD card e g 11 e nos 65053 BulletProof Cam_1LlM indd 11 12 16 14 11 46 A D change the A in the white box to the correct letter 5 Once the date time data is correct and you ve selected your SD card location click OK to save the text file 6 Remove the SD card eject it first if necessary and insert it into your BULLET PROOF Game Camera label side up as previously described The date and time data will be auto
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