4G LTE Camera Manual Copyright: May 2020
Table of Contents I. II. III. IV. V. VI. VII. VIII. IX. X. 1 Table of Contents ................................................................... 1 Cellular Overview ................................................................... 2 RECONYX® Cellular Plan ....................................................... 3 App Install and Setup ............................................................. 5 Programming Options............................................................
Cellular Overview The simplest and best way to use the RECONYX® HyperFire2TM Series Cellular Camera is to sign up with the RECONYX® Cell Plan. Download and install the RECONYX® ConnectTM app from Google Play or the Apple App Store. You can setup and manage your account, view your photos, change settings, see your camera status, & request a photo, all from the ConnectTM app. If for some reason you cannot use the ConnectTM app, you can send photos via email direct from the camera.
RECONYX® Cellular Plan RECONYX® is your one-stop shop for your camera and cell plan. There is no need to contact a cell carrier for activation or billing and no need to guess which plan option is best for you. Everything is handled directly through the RECONYX® ConnectTM app. Just open the app and tap the Add Camera button to get started. Within minutes you'll be up and running.
Remote Access Manage your camera remotely from the RECONYX® app: • • • • View and manage images Check camera status* Change camera settings* Fetch Full Resolution images* NOTE: * Remote Access functions will be performed the next time the camera connects to the network, which could be up to a day from when you make the request. Our REAL-TIME ACCESS feature allows for these functions to be performed immediately.
App Install and Setup Initial Setup Install the RECONYX® ConnectTM app from Google Play for Android or the Apple App Store for iOS. Once the App is installed you will be prompted to: 1. Setup your account 2. Add/Pair your camera(s) with your device 3. Add your account and billing information 4. Setup optional Image or Data Cost caps 5. Decide what other optional services you would like to include.
Programming Options Now that you have set up your account and programmed your camera, it’s time to set up the camera the way you would like to use it. You have many options for programming your camera’s behavior with the RECONYX® ConnectTM app. Be sure to check the HyperFire2TM User Guide for a complete list of all programming options as well as other tips on how to setup your camera.
Using your Cellular Camera Camera Details Selecting “Cameras” in the app will give you additional information regarding the status of your camera. Including: • • • • • • • • Battery Life Cellular Signal SD Card Percentage Used Last Status, Date and Time Location Model Serial Number Firmware Version Check Signal Strength When you deploy your cellular camera, you will want to check the signal strength to be sure the camera has a strong enough signal to send images.
Request Image Will allow you to take an image of what is in front of your camera and have it saved in your Photos in the app. Aim Mode This feature will allow you to check your cameras placement to be sure it is aimed correctly. If you have “Real Time Access”, you can enter Aim mode in the Connect app any time the camera is on and armed. The app will wake up the camera to start aim mode.
On Camera Error Messages When using the camera, or when selecting the “Check Cellular” option, there are a few error messages that the camera may report on the LCD display.
Battery and Power Specifications Your RECONYX® HyperFire2TM Cellular camera runs on twelve AA-cell batteries. We highly recommend using either Energizer® Ultimate Lithium batteries or high-quality NiMH Rechargeable batteries. You should NOT use alkaline batteries as they do not provide as much power as Lithium or NiMH batteries and are adversely affected by both hot and cold weather.
Battery Performance Because camera settings, subject activity, individual battery performance and temperature all vary, there is no way to precisely predict a camera’s run time, the total number of images that can be taken, or the temperature at which the camera will operate on any given set of batteries. Therefore, the following table shows approximate values to be used as a guide in determining what type of batteries will best suit your needs.
Troubleshooting No Photos Sent: If after setting up your account and programming your camera, it does not send you any photos: • Check to be sure you have adequate signal strength using the “Check Cellular” option onboard the camera. • Make sure that your account is setup properly through the Reconyx® ConnectTM app. New accounts can take up to 2 hours to be active.
Disclaimers: Any attempt to modify the camera from its original configuration will void the warranty. Safety Precautions Before using the camera, please ensure that you read and understand the following safety precautions. The safety precautions noted in this guide are intended to instruct you in the safe and correct operation of the camera and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to yourself, other persons, and equipment.
Your Information and Camera Warranty Registration Record Your Information After you have familiarized yourself with this instruction manual, your camera, and software, you should record some basic information here so that you don’t lose it. It is also a good idea to keep your purchase receipt in case you would need warranty work done on your camera.
Copyright & Trademark Information HyperFire2TM Cellular Camera Manual Copyright May 2020 Other trademarks and registered trademarks referred to in this document: • HyperFire2™, Connect™, MapView™, CodeLoc™, NearVideo™, LFT™, RapidFire™, are trademarks of RECONYX® • Google Maps®, Gmail®, iOS®, Yahoo!®, Energizer® and RECONYX® are registered trademarks of their respective owners. • Secure Digital® (SD and SDHC) are registered trademarks of the SD Association.
