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JDL-201 User Manual Thank you for purchasing our products. This manual addresses the safety guidelines, warranty, and operating instructions. Please review this manual thoroughly before operating your device.
Package Contents .............1 Introduction ................1 1. ABOUT THE CAMERA .............1 2. APPLICATIONS.................2 At a Glance ................2 Installing the Batteries and SD Card ....5 1. LOADING BATTERIES.............5 2. INSERTING THE SD CARD.............6 Using the Camera .............7 The OFF, ON, and SETUP Modes ......7 1.
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Specifications ..............16 Frequently Asked Questions ........16 1. Battery life is shorter than expected........16 2. Camera stops taking images or won't take images....17 3. Still photo and/or video qualify problems........17 1). Night photos or videos appear too dark......17 2). Night photos or videos appear too bright......18 3).
Package Contents 1 × Trail Camera 1 × USB Cable 1 × Mounting Strap 1 × Threaded Tripod 1 × Mounting Plate 3 × Screws 1 × User Manual Note: SD card and batteries are NOT included in the package. SD card (Class 6 or higher up to 32GB) is recommended.
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Battery Slot Menu Key Menu Key Left Key OK Key Replay Key Right Key LCD Screen Inside View Key Functions and Indicators Keys Functions Menu Enter or exit menu Play Review/Stop reviewing photos and videos Left Option up in Menu Mode/Previous file Right Option down in Menu Mode/Next file/ Camera Mode Shot...
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Strap Hole Back View Lock Buckle SD Card Slot Side View - 4 -...
Mini USB Port ON, SETUP and OFF Mode Switch AV Port DC Port Tripod Screw Nut Bottom View Installing the Batteries and SD Card Before using your camera, you need to install a set of batteries and insert an SD card. There are some important notes about both batteries and SD card you should be aware of, so please take the time to read the following directions and cautions: 1.
2. INSERTING THE SD CARD Note: Insert the SD card (with the camera's power switch in the OFF position) before beginning to operate the camera. Don't insert or remove the SD card when the power switch is in the ON position. The camera uses a standard SD memory card to save photos (in .jpg format) and/or videos (in .avi format).
Using the Camera Note: We recommend using a good quality name brand SD card with C6 (or higher) speed. Insert the SD card (with the camera's power switch in the OFF position) before beginning to operate the camera. Don't insert or remove the SD card when the power switch is in the ON position.
Note: When the power switch is set to ON position, the camera requires 30-60 seconds for PIR Sensor to initialize. 3. SETUP MODE In the SETUP mode, you can check and change the settings of the camera with the help of its built-in LCD. These settings, found in the menu by pressing the Menu key, let you change the photo or video resolution, switch the time imprint on, etc.
Notes: If the current file or all files are set Write protect, the file(s) cannot be deleted. If you want to delete the file(s), unlock the file(s) or format the SD card. After deleting a picture or a video file, the deleted files can't be restored! It is also possible to delete all files from the card by using the Format parameter.
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Select video resolution (pixels per 1920×1080 Video frame). Higher resolution produces 1280×720 Resolution better quality videos, but creates 720×480 (affects video larger files that take more of the SD 640×480 clips only) card capacity. Video Videos are in AVI format that can be AVI 5s, optional Length played back on most video players.
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If set On, the camera will automatically take photos/videos according to the set interval, regardless of whether the PIR sensor has detected any game. This is helpful when observing cold-blooded Time Lapse animals like snakes, or the process of flowering, etc. Note: Too small interval set in the Time Lapse Settings will enable taking more pictures, and can...
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Set up a password to protect your camera from unauthorized users. If you forget the password, switch the camera to the OFF mode, press the Menu and Play keys at the same Password time, and then switch the operating Protection mode from OFF to SETUP.
Mounting and Positioning the Camera 1. MOUNTING After you've set up the camera's parameters to your personal preferences, you're ready to take it outside and slide the power switch to "ON". When setting up the camera for scouting game or other outdoor applications, you must be sure to mount it in place correctly and securely.
2. SENSING ANGLE AND DISTANCE TEST To test whether the camera can effectively monitor the area you choose, this test is recommended to check the sensing angle and monitoring the distance of the camera. To perform the test: Switch the camera to the SETUP mode. Make movements in front of the camera at several positions within the area where you expect the game or subjects to be.
Review Photos or Videos The camera stores photos and videos in the folder \DCIM\100MEDIA in the SD card. Photos are saved with file names like DSCF0001.JPG and videos like DSCF0001.AVI. The AVI video files can be played back on most popular media players, such as Windows Media Player, QuickTime, VLC, etc.
Specifications Image Sensor 2.0Mega Pixels CMOS FOV=90 with Auto IR Filter Lens PIR Sensing Angle 90° Photo Resolution 16MP, 12MP, 8MP, 5MP, 3MP, 1MP Video Resolution 1920*1080, 1280*720, 720*480, 640*480 File Format JPEG, AVI Night Vision Range 18M with 22pcs IR LED Trigger Speed 0.4 Seconds 2"...
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2) To take out the SD card, gently push in the card and then it will pop out of the slot. The card is released from the slot and ready to be removed when you hear the click. 3) Be sure the camera's power is switched OFF before inserting or removing SD cards or batteries.
Warranty We strive to build our products with the highest attention to detail and craftsmanship. However, sometimes there are occurrences of defect. We are happy to offer a one-year hassle-free warranty to all our products as we continue to make amazing products. Please contact us if you have any questions about our devices.
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