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Zetta Z16 Wide Angle 720p HD
Intelligent Security Camcorder-
SpyTec User Manual
Last Modified on 06/09/2016 4:02 pm EDT
SPYTEC Z16 WIDE ANGLE 720P
HD INTELLIGENT SECURITY
CAMCORDER USER GUIDE
T hank you for choosing the SpyT ecZ16 Wide Angle 720p HD Intelligent Security Camcorder. T he
granola bar-size video camera weighs only 2.3 ounces and is easily hidden. T he multi-trigger, time-
programmed recording device captures high-definition (720p) video. T he lens housing rotates
vertically 180° for flexible image framing from a hidden vantage point. Recordings can be triggered
automatically by motion, vibration or voice, and videos are date-time stamped. T he camera's microSD
slot accommodates up to a 200GB microSD card. T he camera can be set for loop recording so that it
never runs out of memory. With a vibration standby time of up to 90 days and the capability to power
recording for up to 10 hours from its internal battery, the camera is extremely flexible to place and
operate. Using the electrical outlet adapter and a 200GB card, the camera can achieve looped
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- Page 1 Zetta Z16 Wide Angle 720p HD Intelligent Security Camcorder- SpyTec User Manual Last Modified on 06/09/2016 4:02 pm EDT SPYTEC Z16 WIDE ANGLE 720P HD INTELLIGENT SECURITY CAMCORDER USER GUIDE T hank you for choosing the SpyT ecZ16 Wide Angle 720p HD Intelligent Security Camcorder. T he granola bar-size video camera weighs only 2.3 ounces and is easily hidden.
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Page 2: What's In The Box
Charging the Battery T he fastest way to charge the Z16 is by plugging the AC adapter into a wall outlet or power strip while the other end of the cable is connected to the USB port on the right side of the camera (with the lens facing you). - Page 3 T he easiest type of memory card to use with the Z16 contains a capacity of 32GB or less, while cards with more memory must be properly formatted to be recognized by the camera. See the T roubleshooting section (pg.
- Page 4 Using the Z16 Zetta Widget Software T o adjust the date and time in your camera and to customize the Z16’s range of features, you must first download and install the Widget software on your Windows or Macintosh computer. Use your computer browser to go to: http://support.spytecinc.com/help/article/link/zetta-widget...
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Page 5: Setting The Date And Time
Setting the Date and Time In order to superimpose the correct date and time in videos recorded with the Z16, you must first use the Zetta Widget software. With the plug icon shown in green and labeled “DVR Connected,” click on the clock in the left icon. -
Page 6: Recording A Video
Customizable Features T he Z16’s self-starting flexibility become evident when you take advantage of the camera’s programmable features using the Zetta Widget software. T o see the Custom selection screens, change the Setting Mode from Express to Custom, then click... -
Page 7: Video Quality
Video Quality You can choose one of three video qualities by using the Zetta Widget software. T hey are High, Medium, and Low. High Quality means that the video is saved with the least amount of file compression;... -
Page 8: Frame Rate
Resulting video will appear upside down on your computer unless you choose the Up- side-down option in the Zetta Widget software. Make sure to click on Sync Settings to DVR and keep the camera’s three- position switch in Custom Mode. T he default is Normal orientation. -
Page 9: Circular Recording
Note: You cannot change the time stamp format. Circular Recording Also called loop recording, circular recording means that the camera will automatically overwrite the oldest video file with the newest video so that you don’t have to keep changing memory cards or transferring files to your computer. - Page 10 Managing your recordings is made easier from shorter-length files. T hat way, you can review snippets instead of epics and upload incidents without a lot of irrelevant video. You can set the software to have the camera save video into discrete files every 10-, 15- or 20 minutes. So, for instance, if you selected the latter interval, a 3-hour recording will be automatically saved as nine 20-minute files.
- Page 11 Once triggered, a recording will continue for 2 minutes, then return to standby until triggered again. After choosing a voice-sensitivity trigger in the Zetta Widget software, make sure to click on Sync Settings to DVR and keep the camera’s switch in Custom mode. Voice triggering is disabled in Surveillance and On-the-go modes.
- Page 12 Once triggered, a recording will continue for 2 minutes, then return to standby until triggered again. After choosing a vibration-sensitivity trigger in the Zetta Widget software, make sure to click on Sync Settings to DVR and keep the camera’s three- way switch in Custom mode. T he Vibration trigger is disabled in Surveillance and On-the-go modes.
- Page 13 VEHICULAR USE T he Z16 can be used to automatically trigger video recording in a variety of ways in a vehicle: Car-Activate Recording for video capture when the engine is turned on Car-Stop Recording for when the engine is turned off Car-Activate &...
- Page 14 Using the Zetta Widget software, first click on the Disable setting under Motion- T rigger Sensitivity. T hen, choose one of the following: Car-Activate Recording: T o capture video while driving, the camera will automatically power on and start recording when the car’s ignition is started. T he camera will automatically shut down when the car is turned off.
- Page 15 Most times, you’ll want to leave the camera unattended so that it starts and stops recordings on its own. Using the Zetta Widget software, you have the flexibility to schedule the camera to shoot video at various times on a weekly schedule. You set each block of recording time in one-hour increments.
- Page 16 T urn on the camera, click on Settings on the left side of the Zetta Widget software, then scroll all the way down to the Auto On/Off selection. Click on Scheduled Recording, then the Edit link. You’ll see the Schedule Settings screen showing a 7-day, 24-hour calendar. Move your mouse to a particular time slot.
- Page 17 T o activate your designated Schedule Settings on the Z16, make sure to click OK on the Schedule Settings screen. T hen, in the Settings screen, make sure to click on the Sync Settings to DVR button.
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Page 18: Specifications
Green/Red intermittent flashing: recording in progress but battery is low While Powered from Electrical Outlet or Car Adapter Orange: camera is charging Red steady: no card, card fail or card full (and not set for circular recording) Orange/Green intermittent flashing: charging and recording in progress Green flashing: charging complete and recording in progress LED off: charging complete and no recording While Connected to Computer... -
Page 19: Troubleshooting And Faqs
64- to 200GB microSD card support If a high-capacity card is not recognized by the Z16, you’ll need to properly format it. If the card has not been used before, formatting it won’t wipe out any data. But if the card has been in use, keep in mind that any data stored on the card will be lost during formatting. -
Page 20: Windows Users
How do I check card memory? If you’re not sure how much free space the memory card in your camera contains, connect the Z16 to your computer using the USB cable. T he device will pop up on a Windows computer as a removable disk followed by a letter. - Page 21 Schedule Settings. How Can I Make the Camera More Secure? You can purchase the optional adjustable mount for the Zetta Z16. It enables covert and secure Mounting. See views of the mount on next page.
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Page 22: Firmware Upgrades
No. T hough the camera can be oriented 180° when you choose the Up-side-down option in the Zetta Widget software, it will not correct a 90° orientation. Use a program such as MPCST AR or VLC player to rotate the video by 90° on playback. - Page 23 not exceed one year from the date of sale.