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1. cards NOT listed above WWW STEALTHCAM NET Toll Free 877 269 8490 29 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS System Requirements and Compatibility Windows Me 2000 XP Vista Windows 7 Pentium 4 2GHz or above 1GB RAM 2GB recommended 32 bits color Resolution 800x600 or above w 256MB 2GB free hard disc space An available USB 1 1 port USB 2 0 recommended Direct X 9 0 or above Should come with your operating system already Optional Windows compatible sound card and speaker NOTE If you have any questions regarding your PC specifications please contact your PC manufacturer WWW STEALTHCAM NET 30 Toll Free 877 269 8490 Camera Features and Specification High precision multi layer glass lens with coating Built in 1 85 B amp W LCD display External memory support SD memory card up to 16GB Resolution Options 8 0M 3 0M 1 3M Capturing Options 1 9 image burst mode or video recording with audio Image format Standard JPEG Auto white balance and auto expose Auto IR emitter light control Effective Range for Still picture up to 50 ft Effective Range for Video clip up to 50 ft Real time clock for date and time stamping 4 digits LCD Image counter Low Battery LED indicator Green TEST LED indicator Focusing 5 ft to infinity Effective viewing angle 50 degrees PIR detection angle 48 degrees Interface type USB 1 1 Power AA size alkaline or lithium Batteries x 8 Exte2. when subject is 20ft or closer WWW STEALTHCAM NET 19 Toll Free 877 269 8490 Setting the Time and Date Your Stealth Cam uses the 24hr military time format Switch the camera to the ON position gt LCD screen will display the camera status screen Press the MENU button within 30 seconds to enter the programming mode Press DOWN button TWO times to enter Time and Date mode The word TIME will be blinking Press OK to enter Minute setting first The MINUTE digits will be blinking Press UP or DN to increase or decrease the minute value 00 59 Press OK to save your selection and enter Hour setting The HOUR digits will be blinking Press UP or DN to increase or decrease the hour value 00 23 Press OK to save your selection and enter Year setting WWW STEALTHCAM NET 20 Toll Free 877 269 8490 e The DAY digits will be blinking e Press UP or DN to increase or decrease the year value 01 31 e Press OK to save your selection and enter Month setting The MONTH digits will be blinking e Press UP or DN to increase or decrease the month value 01 12 e Press OK to confirm the month setting and enter Date setting e The YEAR digits will be blinking e Press UP or DN to increase or decrease the date value 00 99 e Oncethis is all done press OK e You ll then see the word dEL blinking e Press MENU button to exit the program setting and
3. will receive a Warning message press OK Then CLOSE to exit NOTE Make sure before you FORMAT you are certain it is the Removable Storage device for the camera Once you re done simply unplug the cable from both your computer and the camera The camera will turn OFF automatically WWW STEALTHCAM NET 27 Toll Free 877 269 8490 Deleting files in the field e Switch the camera to the ON position gt LCD screen will display the camera status screen e Press the MENU button within 30 seconds to enter the programming mode e Press the DN button ONCE to enter the delete mode e You ll see the word dEL blinking e Press OK button to enter the DELETE amp FORMAT menu e Press UP or DN button to select the desired function gt NO dL No Delete No images get deleted gt d ONE Delete One Only the last file will get deleted gt d ALL Delete ALL Deletes ALL images on the SD card Ft Format Deletes all files and reformats the SD card CAMERA X CAMERA X MR CAMERA X M CAMERA x 8 RA Hid d oi Ft Press OK to confirm your selection e Press MENU button to exit the program setting and back to the status screen WWW STEALTHCAM NET 28 Toll Free 877 269 8490 MEMORY COMPATIBILITY CHART The following cards have been tested and approved for use with the STC U840IR model PNY NOTE Proper camera operation cannot be guaranteed when using memory
4. 9 or 30 WWW STEALTHCAM NET 33 Toll Free 877 269 8490 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q What does it mean when I have all 8 s on my LCD screen A This usually refers to an incompatible memory card or memory card damaged Make sure your card has been properly formatted Is the infrared flash invisible A The infrared flash will give off a low glow red light it is not invisible 15 my game camera Mac compatible A This camera model is not compatible with Mac computers Can I use rechargeable batteries in the camera A Rechargeable batteries are fine for the unit regular alkaline batteries designed for digital electronics are recommended for best performance Q When I use a memory card can I view the pictures on my personal digital camera A We do not recommend viewing memory card images taken in your game camera on any other digital camera you may experience compatibility issues Q Will lose my images and setting when the batteries die A The images are stored on your external SD memory card so your images will be intact only on your card However you will need to reset your settings WWW STEALTHCAM NET 34 Toll Free 877 269 8490 Q What are my options if my camera is past it warranty A We have an out of warranty program in which you may purchase a refurbished reconditioned replacement unit for 50 or more off based on retail price of unit discount exchange of your old unit Can 1 use my game c
5. STEALTH CAM INSTRUCTION MANUAL Model STC U840IR Toll Free 1 877 269 8490 WWW STEALTHCAM NET Version 4 0 11 10 IMPORTANT NOTE First congratulations on purchasing one of the finest scouting cameras on the market today We appreciate your business and want to prove to you we are committed to providing you the best product and support in the field By giving our customers a new state of the art web interface which provides you with video tutorials and instruction on how to use the product in the most effective way TECHNICAL SUPPORT CUSTOMER SERVICE EMAIL stealthcam gsmorg com CONTACT amp HOURS Please allow 48hrs for response Toll Free 1 877 269 8490 Stealth Cam LLC Call Center Hours P O Box 539504 Mon Fri 8 AM 6 PM CST Grand Prairie TX 75053 9504 www stealthcam net Stealth Cam Limited Warranty Your Stealth Cam scouting camera is covered by a One Year Limited Warranty on parts and labor from the date of original purchase and purchases must be made through an authorized dealer The warranty covers defects in workmanship and materials The warranty does not apply to units which have been damaged or abused intentionally or unintentionally A purchase from individuals or unauthorized internet sites such as eBay voids the warranty Tampering with or altering the unit will void the warranty Any unauthorized service will void warranty A copy of your original sales receipt must be produce
6. TEALTHCAM NET 25 Toll Free 877 269 8490 VIEWING AND DELETING FILES Viewing Images amp Videos Your Stealth Cam Digital Scouting Camera is a plug and play USB storage device for users of Windows 2000 ME XP Vista Windows 7 operating systems This camera is not MAC compatible PC with USB Port Viewing files on your computer via USB connection Make sure the camera s power switch is in the OFF position e Plug the larger end of the USB cable into an available USB port on your computer e Plug the smaller end of USB cable into the camera s side panel camera will automatically power ON and display the word USb on the display screen T ch e At the same time your computer will recognize the camera as a Removable Storage device You will find it under MY COMPUTER WWW STEALTHCAM NET 26 Toll Free 877 269 8490 e Atthis point you have several options gt view your images or play your videos Click on the Removable Storage device and then drill down to the file you want to see and double click on the file name Tosave your images and videos Highlight the file or files you want to save and drag them to your hard drive gt To delete your images and videos Highlight the files or files you want to delete and press the DELETE button To erase all files and reformat you SD memory card Right click on the Removable Storage device under My Computer and select FORMAT then click START You
7. amera through a window or glass door A Glass may disrupt your sensor beam we don t advise using the camera in this fashion Do need to recharge my 12V Battery Kit during the seasons it s not in use A The 12V Battery Kit should be recharge at least every 3 months regardless if it is being used or not in order to preserve the working condition of the battery inside the unit NOTE For the latest updates and information please check our website regularly WWW STEALTHCAM NET 35 Toll Free 877 269 8490 WARNING Modification not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void user s authority to operate FCC Compliance This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for 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 or television receptions 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 measure gt Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna gt Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver gt Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dif
8. back to the status screen WWW STEALTHCAM NET 21 Toll Free 877 269 8490 USING THE CAMERA Once all program settings have been setup properly your Stealth Cam is ready for field use Getting started Listed below are some helpful pointers on how to use your camera to get the best results Mount the camera about 4 5 feet high with the camera pointed at a slight downward angle Mount the camera facing north or south NOT east or west due to the rising and setting of the sun could produce false triggers and overexposed images If you re covering a trail face the camera down or up the trail Most commercial cameras take 1 3 seconds to sense motion heat and take a picture Clear out any brush or weeds in front of camera This will cause false pictures caused wind or high temperature days Double check battery before turning on the camera for use Make sure to insert the memory card after setting up the game camera Make sure to turn the camera ON or take out of Test Mode before you leave Verify time and date is correct WWW STEALTHCAM NET 22 Toll Free 877 269 8490 Example Mounting EFFECTIVE DISTANCE 30 FEET HORIZONTAL Example Trail Setup Incorrect 8 Trail v 5 Correct 16 feet Trail WWW STEALTHCAM NET Toll Free 877 269 8490 23 Using the camera in PIR detection mode Mount the camera to the tree or other sturdy object using either tree screw optional accessory or s
9. d for any warranty service and a Return Authorization RA number must be obtained from customer service at 877 269 8490 prior to returning product WWW STEALTHCAM NET 2 Toll Free 877 269 8490 TABLE OF CONTENTS Camera overview Camera Kit contents General Information Quick Start Guide Battery and Memory Installation Setup and Programming Using the Camera Viewing amp Deleting Files Memory Compatibility chart Technical Specifications Image Capacity chart Moon Phase chart Frequently Asked Questions FAQs FCC Compliance WWW STEALTHCAM NET Toll Free 877 269 8490 N A 13 22 26 29 30 32 33 34 36 CAMERA OVERVIEW Front 00000000 LOW i 00000000 Test Indicator TEST BAT Low Battery Indicator 00000 Infrared LED Front Housing 00000000 7 Microphone D Camera Lens Passive Infrare Sensor PIR EE LCD Display Screen S E A WWW STEALTHCAM NET 4 Toll Free 877 269 8490 DOU Inside Confirm Button Test Mounting Strap Slot es LCD Display Button IR control Switch f Down Butt
10. de of the housing To remove the SD memory card depress the SD card and pull out the card gently 50 cards must be clean no images from other sources If you are using the SD card from other cameras please make sure to format the SD card in your computer prior to use in your camera New cards are good to use straight from the package FORMAT Definition When you format a SD memory card the operating system erases all information and files on the card Then it creates an internal address tables that it later uses to locate information and files Formatting also removes all Hidden System files as well Basically it cleans your SD memory card just like if it was brand new Please make sure to follow the guidelines listed below SD Card size 2Gb or below format using File System type FAT SD Card size 4GB or above format using File System type FAT32 Do not use File System type NTFS or exFAT these formats are not supported WWW STEALTHCAM NET 12 Toll Free 877 269 8490 SETUP AND PROGRAMMING When the camera is first turned on the internal LCD screen displays the camera status The following information is present on this screen CAMERA X VIDEO xf Z00M DATE TIME OUT If no buttons are pressed after 30 seconds the LCD screen will power down to conserve battery life and enter 1 minute count down to enter PIR detection mode To re power the display screen press and hold the UP or DOWN button until you se
11. e the status screen Definition Day and Time Displays the date and time that you have set e Capturing Sequence mode gt 1P 9P 1to 9 burst mode image capturing per PIR trigger gt Video 10 to 180 seconds adjustable video per PIR trigger Resolution for Images Color Daytime Black amp White Nighttime gt SStars 8Mp Select this option to capture an 8 0M pixels image High image quality gt 2 3Mp Select this option to capture 3 0M pixels image Low image quality kk WWW STEALTHCAM NET 13 Toll Free 877 269 8490 gt 1Star 1 3Mp Select this option to capture a 1 3M pixels image Base image quality Default X Resolution for Video Color Daytime Black amp White Nighttime gt VGA 640x480 ONLY resolution Time out To set the amount of time in minutes the camera will sleep between PIR triggering Moon phase Displays the moon phases e Zoom Digital enhancement to different zoom level gt 1X Normal the word ZOOM will not display gt 2X Two times zoom the word ZOOM will display gt Four times zoom The word ZOOM will blink e Battery Status Shows the battery status Full The battery is full EN gt Low The battery is low Front Low Battery indicator will also blink NOTE When the camera detects low batteries the camera unit will power off within 30 seconds automatically Please replace with new batteries otherwise the came
12. ery kits are available wherever Stealth Cam scouting cameras are sold or call toll free 877 269 8490 Only Stealth Cam external battery accessories are recommended e sure camera is in the OFF position WWW STEALTHCAM NET 10 Toll Free 877 269 8490 e Insert the external battery barrel plug into the DC 12V jack on the bottom of camera housing e Turn the camera power on NOTE Please make sure the voltage and polarity are correct before connection Incorrect voltage or polarity will damage the camera When both internal and external batteries are connected the camera will draw power from the higher voltage source first Memory Options The camera is also equipped with an expandable media card slot capable of accepting up to 16GB SD card sold separately The front counter display will show the number of images stored on the SD card If no SD card is inserted the front counter display will show NOSd WARNING The above camera will not accept any High Speed memory cards Common verbiage that will indicate High Speed includes but is not limited to Extreme Ultra Optima Micro Platinum Store and Shoot WWW STEALTHCAM NET 11 Toll Free 877 269 8490 Inserting SD memory card NOTE Make sure camera is in the OFF position whenever adding or removing memory Insert SD memory card in to the SD card slot completely and in the correct direction as shown by the sticker located at the si
13. ferent from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Product specifications are subject to change Stealth Cam is not responsible for any photographic or typographical errors May be protected by one or more U S Patent numbers 6 735 387 6 768 868 6 834 162 7 149 422 7 308 196 7 593 632 7 710 457 WWW STEALTHCAM NET 36 Toll Free 877 269 8490
14. on Up Button Menu Button ON OFF Switch C D Lock Hole Warning To ensure proper water resistance be sure both doorlatches are firmly closed 877 269 8490 www stealthcam net U U 4 Battery Compartment Cover Tree Screw Mount WWW STEALTHCAM NET 5 Toll Free 877 269 8490 Side amp Bottom view SD Card Slot USB Port Tree Screw Mount 12V 12V DC Port For use with Stealth Cam Cable and or 12V Battery Box sold separately WWW STEALTHCAM NET Toll Free 877 269 8490 CAMERA KIT CONTENT e Model STC U840IR Digital Scouting Camera e User manual e USB cable e Strap WWW STEALTHCAM NET Toll Free 877 269 8490 GENERAL INFORMATION Storing conditions Operating Environment 14 to 104 deg F 10 to 40 deg C 20 85 relative humidity non condensing Special care instructions The camera is designed to be weather resistant Never attempt to immerse the unit in water or any other liquid This will damage the unit and void the warranty Use a soft lens cloth for cleaning lens Avoid touching lens with fingers Remove dirt or stains with a soft cloth dampened with water or neutral detergent Keep your camera in a dry and cool dust free environment or container when it is NOT used Take the batteries out when camera is NOT to be used over an extended period of time Avoid dropping y
15. our camera on to a hard surface Do not disassemble your camera Do not mix new and old batteries Do not open the camera for unauthorized service This could cause serious damage to the unit and WILL void the warranty NOTE This camera is a precision electronic device Do not attempt to service this camera yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks WWW STEALTHCAM NET Toll Free 877 269 8490 QUICK START GUIDE This guide is designed to get you up and running in a matter of moments To get the most out of this advanced scouting tools please read the manual thoroughly before operating the camera If you would like to modify any of the factory Default Settings except for the Time amp Date please see manual for instructions FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS Time Out 1 Minute Video Mode 10 Seconds Resolution Still Image 1 3Mp Video VGA Burst Mode 1 Still Image Camera Set up 1 Install 8 AA cell batteries in correct polarity as indicated in battery compartment 2 Insert SD card into the camera 3 Turn power on to adjust Time and Date Set Time amp Date 1 Switch the camera to the ON position 2 Press the MENU button to enter menu settings screen 3 Press the UP or DN button to scroll through different setting modes until the word TIME blinking 4 Press the OK button to choose the Time settings 5 Press the UP or DN button to adj
16. ra may not work properly WWW STEALTHCAM NET 14 Toll Free 877 269 8490 Programming the Stealth Cam Switch the camera to the ON position LCD screen will display the camera status screen Press the MENU button within 30 seconds to enter programming mode If MENU button is not pressed within 30 seconds camera will automatically enter PIR detection mode NOTE At the end of each program set up selection you may press the MENU button to exit and return to camera status ready screen Setting the Still image Resolution Your Stealth Cam can be programmed to 3 different resolutions High 3 Stars 8Mp Low 2 Stars 3Mp Base 1 Star 1 3Mp e Switch the camera to the ON position gt LCD screen will display the camera status screen e the MENU button once within 30 seconds to enter the programming mode e The word CAMERA and the STARS will be blinking e Press the OK button ONCE to choose the selection e Press the UP or DN button to select the desired resolution e Press OK to save your selection e Press MENU button to exit WWW STEALTHCAM NET 15 Toll Free 877 269 8490 Setting the Capturing Sequence Your Stealth Cam can be programmed to shoot 1 9 pictures per triggering e Switch the camera to the ON position gt LCD screen will display the camera status screen e the MENU button once within 30 seconds to enter the programming mode e Press the UP button ONE time
17. rnal power 12 volts battery pack WWW STEALTHCAM NET 31 Toll Free 877 269 8490 IMAGE CAPACITY CHART High High Low Low Base Base AVI AVI SDcard Color B amp W Color B amp W Color B amp W Color B amp W Based on 70MB 30MB 3MB 20MB 1MB 1MB age 1GB 204 340 512 1024 1024 2048 14 34 2GB 408 680 1024 2048 2048 4096 28 68 4GB 816 1360 2048 4096 4096 8192 56 136 8GB 1632 2720 4096 8192 8192 16384 112 272 16GB 3264 5440 8192 16384 16384 32768 224 544 Subject to card compatibility under different brands NOTE Image Capacity Chart provides approximate number of images or AVI movies based on resolution settings and the size of the memory card These figures may vary depending on the amount of detail in the image When the SD card is NOT FULL but camera s front counter already reaches 9999 the camera will create a new folder to save the next data Camera s front counter will reset to 0000 On the other hand when SD card is full camera s counter will then change the display to read FULL Images and Videos under each folder will be named from 0001 up to 9999 WWW STEALTHCAM NET 32 Toll Free 877 269 8490 SD Card Capacity and Compatibility Due to the rapidly changing memory card market please consult www stealthcam net for the most up to date information regarding memory cards MOON PHASE SYMBOL CHART Symbol Lunation from to D Q q 2
18. the zoom level number will now blink Press the UP or DN button to select the desired zoom level setting 1 1X Normal 2 2X Zoom 4 4X Zoom Press OK to confirm your selection Press MENU button to exit NOTE The use of the digital zoom feature may degrade image amp video quality as this tells the camera to focus on a specific are of the image and increase its size This will cause dithering of the image WWW STEALTHCAM NET 18 Toll Free 877 269 8490 Setting the Time Out Mode Your Stealth Cam can be programmed to set the amount of time in minutes the camera will sleep between PIR triggers e Switch the camera to the ON position gt LCD screen will display the camera status screen e the MENU button once within 30 seconds to enter the programming mode e Press UP button FOUR times to enter Time Out setting mode The word TIME OUT will be blinking e Press OK button and the time out time will now blink e Press UP or DN button to increase or decrease the time value in minutes from 1 to 59 minutes in 1 minute increments e Press OK to save your selection e Press MENU button to exit Setting the IR emitter selection This camera is equipped with an IR selection toggle switch Make sure camera is in the OFF position before making any changes e 38 Full illumination Ideal for subject matter beyond 20ft B 30IR Reduced illumination Good for use
19. to enter the Capturing Sequence setting mode e The word CAMERA will be blinking e Press OK button and the current number of burst mode images will blink e Press the UP or DN button to select the desired burst mode setting or number of pictures per triggering e Press OK to save your selection e Press MENU button to exit WWW STEALTHCAM NET 16 Toll Free 877 269 8490 Setting the Video Mode Your Stealth Cam can be programmed to record 10 180 seconds of video per triggering e Switch the camera to the ON position gt LCD screen will display the camera status screen e the MENU button once within 30 seconds to enter the programming mode e Press UP button TWO times to enter Video setting mode e The word VIDEO will be blinking e Press OK button and the video length in seconds will be blinking e Press UP or DN button to select the desired video length from 10 to 180 seconds in 5 second increments e Press OK to save your selection e Press MENU button to exit WWW STEALTHCAM NET 17 Toll Free 877 269 8490 Set the Digital Zoom Your Stealth Cam can be programmed to have 3 different zoom levels Switch the camera to the ON position gt LCD screen will display the camera status screen Press the MENU button once within 30 seconds to enter the programming mode Press UP button THREE times to enter Zoom setting mode The word ZOOM will be blinking Press OK button and
20. upplied mounting strap e Open the front housing and move the switch to the ON position At this point you have 30 seconds to start making any program changes To Capture Videos make sure display reads VIDEO e If display does not read VIDEO then Press the MENU button once The word CAMERA will blink Press the UP button TWO times to toggle to Video mode Press the OK button TWO times Press the MENU button once to exit To Capture mages make sure display reads CAMERA e If display does not read CAMERA then gt Press the MENU button once gt The word CAMERA will blink gt Press the UP button ONE time to toggle to Camera mode Pressthe OK button TWO times Pressthe MENU button once to exit WWW STEALTHCAM NET 24 Toll Free 877 269 8490 e 30 seconds after you ve made your adjustments the camera s green LED light will begin blinking and enter count down mode This is your indication to leave the coverage area within one minute e After one minute the camera will enter either image burst mode or adjustable video mode based on your program setting The camera will then time out between 1 59 minutes depending on your program setting NOTE The time between motion detection and the camera taking the pictures may vary due to lighting conditions program settings and battery power level The IR Emitter will only activate in low light conditions WWW S
21. ust the Minute setting and press OK to confirm and move to the Hour setting 6 Repeat to set Hour and then press OK to confirm and move to Date 7 Adjust the Date Month and Year by using UP or DN button Each time you finish an adjustment you must press the OK button to confirm and move to the next field for adjustment 8 Once done the word dEL will be blinking 9 Press the MENU button to exit and start using WWW STEALTHCAM NET 9 Toll Free 877 269 8490 BATTERY AND MEMORY INSTALLATION WARNING Do not use different Voltage lead acid battery other than the one specified in this section Doing so will damage the camera and will void the warranty WARNING ALWAYS have the camera in the OFF position when installing or removing batteries and memory card Removing batteries or memory card while the camera is ON may damage the camera Your Stealth Cam Advanced Digital Scouting Camera is designed to operate using two different types of battery power options Batteries cell The internal battery compartment accepts 8 AA cell batteries Be sure to use high quality brand name alkaline batteries Install batteries with correct polarity as noted inside the battery compartment 12V Lead Acid external battery The camera is equipped with an external power jack designed to accept a barrel plug cable attached to a sealed lead acid battery Sold separately Battery cable and complete 12V Lead Acid batt
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