Security Camera Manual Copyright: June 2012
Table of Contents I. II. III. IV. V. VI. VII. VIII. IX. X. XI. XII. XIII. XIV. XV. 1 Table of Contents ................................................................... 1 Camera Overview ................................................................... 2 HyperFireTM Specifications .................................................... 3 HyperFireTM Controls & Parts Diagram ................................. 5 Batteries & Memory Cards ....................................................
Camera Overview Congratulations on purchasing a RECONYXTM Security camera. RECONYXTM has been the leader in motion activated digital surveillance cameras since 2002. Your HyperFire™ camera is a state-of-the-art digital camera, Passive Infrared (PIR) motion detector, and a night time infrared illuminator all contained in a secure, rugged, and weather-resistant case.
HyperFireTM Specifications Purpose SC950 SM750 General Surveillance License Plate Capture Illumination Range at night No-glow Covert Infrared up to 50 feet Images 3.1MP or 1080p HD color images by day; monochrome images by night No-glow Covert Infrared up to 50 feet for License Plates 1.
MapView™ Professional The SC950 and SM750 Cameras include the latest MapViewTM Professional mapping and image management software with Google Maps® technology; allowing you to geographically organize and access your images. Our exclusive "power tagging" will allow you to easily define metadata and tag your images with data specific to your application. For more information, refer to the MapView Professional User Guide, accessible within the software.
HyperFireTM Controls & Parts Diagram Padlock Loop Handle Infrared Illuminator Array IR Mask Latch Camera Lens WalkTest Light Light Meter Padlock Loop PIR Motion Detector Weatherproof Gasket Backlit LCD Status/Menu Panel Battery Bays - Card In Use (Status Light) - Left/Right Menu Buttons - OK Button - Low Battery (Status Light) Breathable Vent SD Card Slot WARRANTY SEAL On/Off Power Switch 5 ©RECONYX, Inc.
Batteries & Memory Cards Accessing Batteries, Memory Card & Camera Controls To install the batteries and memory card, your HyperFireTM camera is easily opened using the latch on the right side of the camera. Grasp behind the latch and flip it toward the front. The camera will open like a book, allowing access to the batteries, memory card and settings. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 NOTE: Security cameras come standard in grey – the camouflage housing is an available option.
Battery Specifications and Installation Your RECONYXTM HyperFireTM camera runs on twelve AA-cell batteries. We highly recommend using either Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries or highquality NiMH Rechargeable batteries in your camera. Alkaline batteries do not provide as much power as Lithium or NiMH batteries and they are adversely affected by both hot and cold weather, so we do not recommend alkaline batteries. NiMH will run at temperatures down to -20°F or colder. Lithium batteries will run to -40°F.
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.
Secure Digital® (SD or SDHC) Card Specifications A Secure Digital (SD/SDHC) card is used to store the pictures your camera captures. These images may be transferred to your computer using standard image viewing software or RECONYX™ MapView™ mapping and image management software. TIP: Many digital cameras, GPS units, and cell phones can be used to view images taken by your HyperFire™ camera. No need to purchase a special purpose viewer! Keep in mind that many of these devices can only use up to 2GB SD cards.
Memory Card - File System Requirements Secure Digital cards have various speeds and capacities. Larger capacity cards are capable of storing more images. Your HyperFire™ camera can accept cards up to 32GB, but most users will find 4GB and 8GB cards to be more than adequate for normal use. Cards with higher speed ratings are capable of reading and writing images faster. This is advantageous when taking RapidFireTM NearVideoTM sequences of images – especially when used in the SM750 for license plate capture.
Setup & Programming With the SD card inserted in the camera, turn your camera on using the On/Off switch. NOTE: If this is the first time you’ve used your camera, it will automatically display the Date/Time setup change option, beginning with Enter Year. Press the << and >> buttons to scroll through settings for each step (year, month, day, hour, minute, temperature type and battery type); pressing the OK button after each step is entered correctly.
HYPERFIRE™ Programming Menu Your camera includes two major levels of options: Level 1: Main menu Level 2: Advanced settings The programming menus are set up so that the most commonly used items are at the top level. Other camera settings that are not as frequently accessed do not show up every time you are setting up or moving your camera.
HYPERFIRE™ Security Camera Programming Diagram 13 ©RECONYX, Inc.
Level 1: Main Menu Items NOTE: Main Menu Items are shown in Yellow on the Programming Diagram (Page 13). Arm Camera – When you select this option, your camera arms in ten seconds, unless you cancel it before the countdown is complete by pressing the “OK” button. WalkTest – When you select this option, your camera flashes an indicator light so that you can test its aim by walking in front of it. The WalkTest mode shows you exactly where the camera’s active motion detection zones are located.
Level 2: Advanced Settings NOTE: “Advanced Settings” are shown in Grey on the “Programming Diagram” (Page 13). Trigger – Turn your camera’s motion sensor on or off, select the sensitivity level of the PIR motion detector, set how many photos you want your camera to take per trigger, the interval between pictures, and the quiet period (the time period after a trigger during which the camera will not respond to motion events). 1. Motion Sensor – ON, off 2.
Level 2: Advanced Settings (continued) Resolution – Set image size to 1080p or 3.1MP (SM750 has 720p and 1.3MP options available). Night Mode - Adjust the night time exposure (SC950 only) These settings will NOT affect daytime images.
Scheduling HyperFire Security Series Cameras You can schedule your security camera to be “On” and “Off” during different times of the day on different days of the week. These settings are available through the Scheduling Software that is included on the CD you received with your camera. The Help file, accessible with the (?), in the Scheduling Software explains your options for scheduling in more detail.
Mounting Your Camera Your RECONYX™ HyperFireTM camera can be mounted to a RECONYX™ VersaMount™, ThunderBolt™, or camera tripod by utilizing the threaded insert on the back of the camera housing. The camera may also be mounted to a tree by using the included adjustable bungee cord (shown below). Simply thread the end without the loop through the “Lock Tunnel” on the camera and then install the included adjustable bungee hook to the length needed and fasten to the tree.
Locking & Securing Your Camera There are a number of options to securely mount your camera. 1) Use a Master Python Lock™ by threading it through the Lock Tunnel in the camera to secure it to a tree or another object. This will prevent the camera from being easily removed. 2) If you would like to secure the camera from being opened, you can use a small padlock in the “Padlock Loop” near the latch.
Aiming Your Camera PIR Motion Detector The Passive Infrared Motion Detector on your HyperFire™ camera is precisely aligned with the camera lens to give you the best chance of capturing subjects that come into the field of view of the camera, while not capturing pictures of anything that is not in the view of the camera. The motion detector can detect movement up to 100 feet away. However, the detection range is dependent on the temperature of the source in relation to the ambient air temperature.
Using the “Walktest” Mode Learning to use the Walktest mode is critical to being as successful as possible with your RECONYX™ camera. The Walktest mode allows you to precisely determine your camera’s active motion detection zones – ensuring your camera is aimed exactly where you want to capture animal activity. 1) Secure the camera to a tree or other object aiming the camera toward where you want it to capture pictures. 2) Put camera in “Walktest” mode, and close the camera.
NOTE: The night-time illumination range of the SM750 is 50 feet. NOTE: The camera may also be mounted higher up on a pole (~10 feet) since most people do not often look up and therefore are less likely to notice the camera if it’s mounted above eye level. However, wake-up time and the number of photos per vehicle may be reduced when mounted in this manner.
Image Data Information Your RECONYX™ HyperFire™ camera stores Image Data along with every picture it takes. Some of this information is displayed in Image Data bands above and below the image. An M or T in the top data band indicates a “motion” or “time-lapse” event. “1/3” indicates the first in a sequence of three pictures for that event.
Additional Camera Options IR Mask If you need to clean the IR Array window, the IR Mask™ is easily removed by carefully inserting a small screw driver in the left or right side to pry it out. Warning: Be very careful not to scratch the IR Array window! To replace the IR Mask™, carefully line up one side of the IR Mask™ with the IR Array window. Then gently push on both sides until the IR Mask™ is completely seated against the window, and snaps into both sides.
Troubleshooting For answers to questions about your RECONYX™ HyperFireTM camera that you cannot find in this Instruction Manual, please check the RECONYX™ web site (www.reconyx.com). Firmware Updates You should also periodically check the RECONYX™ web site for firmware updates for your camera. We periodically release firmware updates with new features and/or performance enhancements.
False Triggers If you seem to be getting false triggers, (i.e. the camera is taking pictures of nothing) first put your camera back to the default settings and try your camera again. This will ensure that you are running with known settings – with the motion detector ON at HIGH sensitivity and with Time-Lapse turned OFF. If, after going back to default setting, you still seem to be getting false triggers, check the physical setup of your camera.
Memory Card Problems If your camera won’t start up properly and/or displays a “card error”, first check to be sure your card is not “Locked”. On most SD cards there is a switch on the side of the card. If the card is locked, you will not be able to save any photos. If you have other issues, you may have to try a different brand of memory card. We have found that some of the cheap memory cards are very slow (even if they say they are fast) and do not always run well.
Warranty, FCC, and Safety Information RECONYX™ Limited Hardware Warranty Security Series cameras have a one (1) year warranty. If during this period, through normal use, a hardware product becomes defective due to defects in materials or workmanship, RECONYX™ will either repair or replace the product. This warranty is void if a product failure results from accident, abuse, improper use by Buyer, disassembly, or unauthorized maintenance and repair.
Safety Precautions Before using the camera, please ensure that you read and understand the following safety precautions. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly. 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. Date Purchased: Place of Purchase: Camera Model: Camera Serial #: CodeLocTM Password: www.reconyx.com Username: www.reconyx.
Copyright & Trademark Information HyperFireTM Instruction Manual Copyright June 2012 Other trademarks and registered trademarks referred to in this document: HyperFire™, MapView™, CodeLoc™, InstaOn™, NearVideo™, LFT™, RapidFire™, IR Mask™, VersaMount™ and ThunderBolt™ are trademarks of RECONYX™ Google Maps® is a registered trademark of Google, Inc.
