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- Page 1 Cellular Security 4G LTE Camera Manual HS2X – General Surveillance HL2X – License Plate Capture Copyright: March 2021...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
XVI. Image Data Information ............34 XVII. Additional Camera Options ..........35 XVIII. Troubleshooting ..............36 XIX. Warranty, FCC, CE, IC, RoHS and Safety Information ..40 XX. Your Information and Camera Warranty Registration ..43 XXI. Copyright & Trademark Information ........43 ©RECONYX, Inc. -
Page 3: Cellular Camera Overview
Passive Infrared (PIR) motion detector and a night- time infrared illuminator; all contained in a secure, rugged and weather-resistant case. ® The simplest and best way to use the RECONYX HyperFire2 Series Cellular Camera is to sign up with the RECONYX ®... - Page 4 Clock based (Fixed) and Solar schedules available. Schedules Motion Sensor can also be assigned to different days of the week. (i.e. different weekday schedule from weekend schedule). Scheduling 12v External Power Jack, Power Options SC10 Solar Charger, AC/DC Power Supply Warranty 5 years ©RECONYX, Inc.
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Page 5: Get Started
(We recommend Energizer Ultimate Lithium or Tenergy NiMH). 3) Install the SD Card. (We recommend SanDisk). 4) Download the “RECONYX CONNECT” App from your App Store. 5) Follow the directions in the RECONYX CONNECT App to… • Setup your account •... -
Page 6: App Install And Setup
App Install and Setup Initial Setup Before you power your camera on for the first time, it is helpful to have the Reconyx Connect App installed on your mobile device. On the mobile device, you will touch “Add Camera”. Then you should follow the on-screen instructions for adding a camera. -
Page 7: Reconyx ® Cellular Plan
1 GB of storage included (approximately 20,000 mobile optimized images). NOTE: Additional storage is available for purchase. Remote Access ® Manage your camera remotely from the RECONYX app: • View and manage images • Check camera status* • Change camera settings* •... - Page 8 NOTE: Each Full Resolution image counts as 10 mobile optimized images. Real-Time Access Optional upgrade for immediate 2-way communication with your camera from the RECONYX Connect app. Enhances standard remote camera access to include: • Request camera to take and send an image right now •...
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Page 9: Controls & Parts Diagram
Controls & Parts Diagram www.reconyx.com... -
Page 10: Batteries & Memory Cards
• Make sure the main gasket is seated properly and is clear of debris. • Be sure that the windows on the front of your camera are clean. • Also be sure the latch is fully seated when closing your camera to ensure a weather-tight seal. ©RECONYX, Inc. -
Page 11: Battery And Power Specifications
TIP: The SC10 Solar Charger is available at www.reconyx.com and is an ideal solution to power your cellular camera via the external power jack. - Page 12 (1.2V, 2600MaH) * High and low temperatures can reduce run time of NiMH batteries by 50% or more. NOTE: Battery life can vary greatly depending on signal strength. TIP: You can purchase 1.5V Lithium batteries as well as RECONYX ® certified NiMH rechargeable batteries and chargers at www.reconyx.com.
- Page 13 (SD, SDHC, SDXC) Card Specifications ® A Secure Digital (SD/SDHC/SDXC) 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.
- Page 14 Step 4: Once the process is completed, take the memory card out and insert it into your Camera. TIP: We recommend that you purchase two memory cards per camera so that you can swap cards in the field. ® You can purchase RECONYX certified memory cards at www.reconyx.com ©RECONYX, Inc.
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Page 15: Camera - Setup & Programming
Most people find it simpler to make these changes using the Reconyx Connect App. This is done by touching the “gear” icon on the camera details page. If this is the first time you’ve used your camera, it will take you through a setup wizard to help you with initial setup. -
Page 16: Connect Tm App Options
Now that you have set up your account and paired 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 Connect app. - Page 17 Signal Strength Explained ® Once a connection to the network is established the Reconyx Connect app will display the cameras dBm rating (signal strength). Less than -113 = Signal is too weak, camera will not attempt to send -96 to -112 dBm...
- Page 18 The camera will then send the photos according to the “Transfer Mode” setting (Fast, Low Volume, or Batch) . ® By default, Mobile Optimized photos will be transmitted to the RECONYX Connect app. If you would like the HD/full resolution photo you can request them within the app.
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Page 19: Camera Programming Menu
Default Settings NOTE: Throughout this manual, default camera settings are shown in red letters. Your RECONYX HyperFire 2™ camera comes pre-programmed with factory default ® settings. By default the HS2X camera will take... - Page 20 MOTION – All settings related to how your camera behaves when motion is detected are grouped under this menu item. 1) Motion Pictures – ON, off 2) Pictures Per Trigger – 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 (HL2X is 5) ©RECONYX, Inc.
- Page 21 If you want to schedule your camera’s operations, there are two ways to define start and stop times for your camera. You can add Solar schedules and/or Fixed schedules. With HyperFire 2™, RECONYX has added a new method for scheduling your camera ®...
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Page 22: Programming Menu Map - Hf2 Cell Security
Programming Menu Map – HF2 Cell Security ©RECONYX, Inc. www.reconyx.com... - Page 24 4) Night Mode - Adjust the nighttime exposure (HL2X – NA) OPTIMIZED – best combination of shutter speed and flash range Fast Shutter – reduced motion blur, reduced flash range Long Range – increased range, reduced image quality ©RECONYX, Inc.
- Page 25 RESOLUTION – Select picture and video aspect ratio. (STANDARD) or (WIDE). (HL2X defaults to WIDE) TIP: HS2X, Standard records full resolution pictures and videos. Wide matches the aspect ratio of widescreen monitors or TVs. HL2X photos are optimized for reading license plates, not for viewing on any particular device. www.reconyx.com...
- Page 26 If you would like to save the settings from one camera so that you can load the same settings to another camera, you can choose Yes. This will create a folder on your SD card called RECONYX, where a config file will be saved (HF2SEC.CFG for the HS2X, and HF2LIC.cfg for the HL2X).
- Page 27 This allows the camera to sync up with your local time when it determines sunrise and sunset. If you are above 65 degrees North or below 65 degrees South, Solar Adaptive Schedules are not available, as length of day/night prohibits their effective use www.reconyx.com...
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Page 28: Mounting Your Camera
Mounting Your Camera Your RECONYX HyperFire 2™ camera can be mounted to a RECONYX Universal ® ® Camera Mount™ or a camera tripod by utilizing the threaded insert on the bottom of the camera housing. The camera can also be mounted to a tree by using the adjustable webbing strap (shown below). -
Page 29: Locking & Securing Your Camera
1) A Python™ cable lock by Masterlock® can be used by threading it through the Lock Tunnel in the camera and securing it to a tree or another object. This will prevent the camera from being opened or easily removed. 2) For increased security, RECONYX offers a custom fit Security Enclosure for the ®... -
Page 30: Aiming Your Camera
(shown in red) (i.e. something warmer or colder than the ambient temperature). 2) That object (with a temperature differential) must move horizontally within the active zone approximately 1/8 of the way across the field of view of the camera. ©RECONYX, Inc. - Page 31 You can also “Show motion zone overlay” to see approximately where motion will trigger the camera. NOTE: These images will not be saved to your photos for viewing later. NOTE: Aim Mode photos count toward your monthly total. www.reconyx.com...
- Page 32 Using the “WalkTest” Mode TIP: Using the “Aim Mode” feature in the Reconyx Connect app is a good way to ensure your camera is mounted and aimed the way you want. While the aim mode on the App is a nice way to preview your camera’s field of view and positioning, using the WalkTest mode on the camera is the most reliable way to make sure your camera will detect motion in the exact areas you want to monitor.
- Page 33 However, wake-up time and the number of photos per vehicle may be reduced when mounted in this manner. www.reconyx.com...
- Page 34 “blow-out” on the plates, you can turn the illumination down to Low output. If you are set-up in such a way that plates are a little dim at night, you can boost the illumination output to High. ©RECONYX, Inc.
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Page 35: Image Data Information
Image Data Information Your RECONYX HyperFire 2™ 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. • The Date and Time are shown in the top data band. -
Page 36: Additional Camera Options
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. ©RECONYX, Inc. -
Page 37: Troubleshooting
Be sure it is not an issue with your device. • Use the device task manager to shut down and restart the app. • Check for updates in the App Store. • Power cycle your phone/tablet • Uninstall the application and reinstall. www.reconyx.com... - Page 38 Image clarity can also be adversely affected by very high temperatures, so it is a good idea to mount your camera where it will not be getting direct sunlight during the heat of the day. ©RECONYX, Inc.
- Page 39 Also, movement directly toward and away from the camera is less likely to trigger the camera than side-to-side movement. And, finally, if the subject is moving very slowly, it will sometimes not produce a strong enough signal within the sensor to trigger the camera. www.reconyx.com...
- Page 40 Fahrenheit. This will not damage your NiMH batteries; their charge just runs down faster. If you notice that nighttime illumination decreases over time, you should change your batteries sooner, or switch to Lithium batteries. If these steps do n resolve the issue, contact us at support@reconyx.com or call at 866-493-6064 ©RECONYX, Inc.
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Page 41: Warranty, Fcc, Ce, Ic, Rohs And Safety Information
® agreement, a copy of the software license is available at our website www.reconyx.com. Repair or Replacement Buyer must obtain a Return Authorization (RA) number from RECONYX before ® returning any product(s) for repair or replacement. If RECONYX concludes that a ®... - Page 42 RoHS and certifies that the processes and materials used to manufacture assemblies are compliant. European Declaration of Conformity We, [Reconyx, Inc] declare under our sole responsibility that the product “HyperFire2” to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following standard(s) or other normative document(s).
- Page 43 High temperatures may also cause deformation of the casing. NOTE: Check your state/local laws concerning the use of this product. www.reconyx.com...
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Page 44: Your Information And Camera Warranty Registration
Other trademarks and registered trademarks referred to in this document: • HyperFire2™, Connect™, MapView™, CodeLoc™, RapidFire™, are trademarks of RECONYX® • iOS®, Android®, Energizer® and RECONYX® are registered trademarks of their respective owners. • Secure Digital® (SD and SDHC) are registered trademarks of the SD Association.
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The Reconyx HYPERFIRE 2 HS2X Security IR Camera has the following features:
- Loop Recording: Overwrites the oldest images when the memory card is full.
- Advanced Multi-Scheduling: Allows programming to operate at specific hours and days.
- 0.25-Second Trigger Speed: Ensures quick capture of motion events.
- High-Quality Motion Sensing: Provides reliable motion detection.
- NoGlow GEN3 High Output Infrared Night Vision: Reaches up to 45 meters for covert night-time recording.
- Pre-Programmed Default Settings: Takes 3 pictures per trigger with a 1-second pause and no delay between triggers.
- FCC, IC, and CE Compliance: Meets regulatory requirements for emissions and interference.
- RoHS Compliance: Manufactured without restricted hazardous substances.
- Retains Settings: Keeps user settings even when powered off or batteries are removed.
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