INSTRUCTION MANUAL EN OutbackCam 1
Overview Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with your new Swann OutbackCam.
Bottom Battery compartment TV Out port 12V DC-in power jack (optional) SD Card slot USB port Back Battery Pack port Up/Down/ Left/Right buttons Menu button ON/OFF switch Video/Photo Mode switch LCD screen OK button GPRS Data switch (Feature is not available on this model) IR LED Mode switch • 19 - upper IR LEDs • 40 - upper and lower IR LEDS Peel off the clear film protecting the LCD screen before use.
Battery Pack Battery cover latch Connector socket Locking latch Mounting Strap 4 USB Cable
Batteries and Storage Media Let's learn how to install batteries and storage media in your OutbackCam. First, release the bottom cover of the OutbackCam by twisting the locking screw anti-clockwise, and then follow the instructions below. Always switch off the OutbackCam before inserting or removing batteries or memory cards. Install batteries For optimal battery life in cold weather climates, we recommend using lithium batteries. Do not use rechargeable batteries. 1.
Battery Pack Enclosed in an integrated cradle, the Battery Pack provides your OutbackCam the extra juice to help it stay powered for even longer - great for long-term observations in the field. Install batteries 1. Release the latch on the sides of the Battery Pack, and then gently separate the battery pack from the OutbackCam. 2. Open the battery cover, and then insert four fresh "AA" alkaline or lithium batteries into the battery compartment by following the polarity (+ and -) markings shown inside. 3.
Basics Let's learn how to use your OutbackCam. Turning the OutbackCam on and off • To turn on the OutbackCam, set the ON/OFF switch to ON. The status light blinks five times to indicate the OutbackCam is ready to monitor and capture motion triggered events. • The LCD screen only turns on when the OutbackCam is in preview mode. Press the OK button to go into preview mode. The status light illuminates to indicate the OutbackCam is in preview mode.
• The OutbackCam automatically exits preview mode if there is no button press for 60 seconds (except when the menu is displayed). Taking photos and recording videos • Set the Video/Photo mode switch to the desired mode for capturing motion events. • You can configure settings, such as the quality and amount of video recorded, and the size and number of photos taken for a motion event, via the menu.
• Playback a selected video by pressing the OK button. To stop playback, press the Menu button. • Delete a single file, or the entire collection of photos and videos by pressing the Menu button, and then selecting Delete. You can also format the memory card by selecting Format. • Note that deleted files cannot be recovered. Be sure to transfer valuable photos and videos to a computer before proceeding. • To exit the Playback screen, press the Up button again.
Menu Let's explore the camera settings available in the menu so you can get the most out of your OutbackCam. Option 10 To do this... Camera ID Assign a 4-digit numerical ID for the OutbackCam, which will appear on your photos. This setting is useful if you own more than one OutbackCam and placed them in different locations. Camera + Video Select whether also to capture photos or videos when the camera is in Video or Photo mode. (i.e.
Option To do this... Digital Zoom Get nearer to the action on the screen with up to 4 times digital zoom. You need to toggle the Photo/Video mode switch for this setting to take effect. Video Length Set the duration of each video recording from 5 to 60 seconds. Note that the longer the video, the more space will be used on the SD card as well as more battery consumption. PIR Sensitivity Adjust the motion detection sensitivity level (Low/Middle/High).
Option 12 To do this... Audio Recording Select whether to turn on or off sound recording with the built-in microphone. TV Out Select the appropriate TV video standard (NTSC or PAL) if you are outputting the monitor screen to your television via the TV Out port. Stamp Imprint the time and date on the bottom of your photos so you can quickly tell when they were captured. Frequency Select the AC power frequency in your area. Some devices (such as TV screens) flicker if this is not set correctly.
Option To do this... Camera Password Create a password for your OutbackCam to prevent any unauthorized operation. You will need to switch the OutbackCam off, then on again for this setting to take effect. Trigger Logs Turn this on if you want the OutbackCam to only log the times and dates it was triggered.
Compliance Information FCC Statement 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.
Warranty Limited Warranty Terms & Conditions Swann Communications warrants this product against defects in workmanship and material for a period of one (1) year from its original purchase date. You must present your receipt as proof of date of purchase for warranty validation. Any unit which proves defective during the stated period will be repaired without charge for parts or labour or replaced at the sole discretion of Swann.
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