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- Page 1 LB-V Covert Scouting Camera Instruction Manual Watch the set-up video on our website at: www.covertscoutingcameras.com...
- Page 2 What you will need to set this camera up: -Internet Access to Choose Your Plan. https://secure.covert-wireless.com -At least 4 AA Batteries -SD Card...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Camera Button Control Diagram ......5 Installing the Batteries ..........7 Downloading the Mobile App ........8 Purchasing Your Plan ..........8 Setting up the Wireless Network ......10 Select and Link to a LC32 Camera ......13 Base Unit Tips………..........15 4G Test Mode ............16 Upload Delay Settings ..........19 Max Number of Images Per Day......20 Troubleshooting ............22... - Page 4 Congratulations on your purchase of the LB-V Covert Scouting Camera! We truly value your business and will continue to provide you top quality customer service should you ever need help with any of our products. Check out our other products on our website at: www.covertscoutingcameras.com...
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Page 5: Camera Button Control Diagram
Camera Button Control Diagram: 4G antenna 2.4G 4G antenna point... - Page 6 SIM card slot SD card slot...
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Page 7: Installing The Batteries
Installing the Batteries: Your LB-V can function short term on 4-AA batteries. Improved battery life on 12-AA, but we suggest you use 12-AA rechargeable batteries paired with a solar panel to get the most out of your camera’s battery life, especially if you do not use the upload delay and connect more than 3 linked cameras. -
Page 8: Downloading The Mobile App
Downloading the Mobile App: Search "Covert Wireless" in your Google Play Store or Apple App Store. Figure 3 Figure 4 Accessing the Web Portal: Open your web browser to: www.covert-wireless.com Purchasing Your Plan: Follow these simple steps to activate or renew a data plan: Open your web browser to: https://secure.covert-wireless.com... - Page 9 3. Login and scroll down to “My Services and Equipment”. 4. Enter the IMEI for your Covert LB-V found on the inside white label of the camera and on the outer packaging. 5. Enter your ICCID number found on the SIM card included in the packaging of your camera.
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Page 10: Setting Up The Wireless Network
Installing the SD card and SIM card: Now that you have activated your data plan, you will need to install a SD card in the side of the base unit, (Covert SD card recommended). Push in until it clicks and release. To remove, repeat that process, the card will pop out enough to remove. - Page 11 Once it is connected, you are ready to move on. Quick Tip: If your camera doesn’t connect successfully, first make sure your SIM card is active on a Covert Wireless plan and then turn the camera OFF then back ON. (Power Cycle.)
- Page 12 Main Screen Interface: Total Number of Linked Base Unit ID Battery Life Cameras Indicator Signal New Round of Photos Received from S1 S1 is the connected camera in which Total the base unit is Number currently of Photos communicating. Received The higher the from S1 number beside...
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Page 13: Select And Link To A Lc32 Camera
Select and Link to an LC32 camera: First, turn the LB-A (base unit) on to setup. Press the M button to go into the menu. Select Choose Linked IDs. Select the IDs you want to use. (For example, if you have 3 linked cameras to attach, then you can choose any 3 IDs out of S1-S9.) Second, turn on the LC32 (linked camera) to the setup mode. - Page 14 Then, type the base unique ID showing on your LB-A main screen and select LoRa linked camera ID here. For example, if you set it as S1, you will see S1 on your LB-A main screen after it is successfully linked.
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Page 15: Base Unit Tips
Base Unit Tips The LoRa system is using the base unit to receive photos via the 2.4G channel and uploading photos by AT&T’s 4G/LTE network. We highly recommend mounting the base unit at the highest elevation point on your property. Then do a 2.4G test on the LC32 camera. -
Page 16: 4G Test Mode
4G Test mode 4G Module Info gives you the IMEI and the module info of the camera. 4G Switch means if you turn this off, it will not send pictures to the Covert app & web-portal. This will turn off the cellular function. Select 4G Test Mode on the menu. - Page 17 the wireless network. The camera will upload a photo to the Covert app & web-portal. You can see the sending progress on the screen. It will show sent successfully when it is done. It is very important to test this before you leave camera there.
- Page 18 Base Unit Name You can edit your camera name via the Covert wireless app, like the photo below:...
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Page 19: Upload Delay Settings
Base Work Mode Upload Delay Settings: Default setting is 30 mins. The base unit will wake up and communicate with LC32 cameras every 30 minutes. If there are 3 linked cameras (S1, S2, S3) connected, the base unit will wake up and check on S1. If there are new photos, it will receive and upload those photos. -
Page 20: Max Number Of Images Per Day
linked cameras, it will upload to the portal & app immediately. We suggest to only use real time if you are using some type of auxiliary battery backup on the base unit. Max Number of Images Per Day This is the total number of photos per day for every linked camera connected to the base unit. - Page 21 Set Clock: The clock is set automatically from the wireless network. You can manually set on camera too. Format the SD Card: This will erase the contents of your SD Card. Default: With a reset to factory settings, all your customized settings will be lost.
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Page 22: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting: COMMON ERROR MESSAGES: Reasons for error: Login Fail: 1. The service in your area is insufficient to run the camera. 2. You need to add money to your Verizon account. 3. Make sure that your antenna is attached securely. Send Fail: 1. - Page 23 Network Busy: 1. The Verizon Network service provider is busy. 2. The camera does not have sufficient service to send the picture. 3. Network busy can also mean you do not have an active plan with Covert Wireless. If it is a cellular service issue you may need to purchase a booster antenna from Covert Scouting Cameras to help boost the signal.
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Page 24: Tricks And Tips On Field Setup
Reasons for issue: 1) SD card not inserted 2) SD card is corrupted 3) Batteries are low Suggestions to remedy 1) Install new SD card 2) Replace batteries Tricks and Tips on Field Setup: • For best results, mount the camera approximately 3 feet off the ground facing straight forward, as level as possible. -
Page 25: Warranty Policy
Covert Scouting Cameras Warranty: Covert Scouting Cameras warranties this product for a period of two (2) years from the date of purchase. This warranty only covers manufacturer’s defects and does not cover damage caused by misuse or abuse of the product. - Page 26 -toll free: 877-462-1799 Please explain to the technician what issues you are having with your camera. 2. If you are asked to return your camera to Covert Scouting Cameras, you will be responsible for the cost of shipping to Covert...
- Page 27 Scouting Cameras. In return, Covert will provide fast and exceptional service as well as incur the cost of shipping back to you. (Only within the Continental United States.) 3. Please include the following information when sending in your camera. -RA# on outside of package -Return address -Telephone and Email address -Brief description of the problem...
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Page 28: International Warranty Policy
Covert International Warranty Policy and Procedure: 1. Outside the US, service is the available through the distributor/reseller of purchase. 2. All returns must have an RA# provided by Covert. Copy of Proof of Purchase is required for all returns. 3. Covert is not responsible for lost or damaged products incurred during the shipping process. - Page 29 These warranties shall not apply to any defect, failure or damage caused by improper use or inadequate maintenance and care. Covert shall not be obligated under these warranties to repair: a. Damage resulting from attempts by personnel other than Covert representatives to install, repair or service the product unless directed by a Covert representative.
- Page 30 the product or degrades performance or reliability. e. To perform user maintenance or cleaning or to repair damage, malfunction. Damage, malfunction, or degradation of performance resulting from use of the product in an environment not meeting the operating specifications set forth in the user manual.
- Page 31 To provide software or firmware updates or upgrades. Any service identified in the above list and provided by Covert at the Customer’s request shall be invoiced to the customer, at Covert’s then current rates for parts, labor, and shipping. THE ABOVE WARRANTIES ARE GIVEN BY COVERT WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT AND ITS RELATED ITEMS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
- Page 32 consequential damages or exclusions or limitation on the duration of implied warranties or conditions, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary by state, province, or country.
- Page 33 FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a 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.
- Page 34 the following measures: -Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. -Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. -Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. -Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
- Page 35 (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: The equipment complies with FCC Radiation exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body.
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