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- Page 1 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Stealth Cam STC-V550MTR User’s Manual Toll Free Customer Support 1-877-269-8490 www.stealthcam.net Version 1.1 07/07...
- Page 2 Stealth Cam Limited Warranty Your Stealth Cam scouting camera is covered by a 90 days Limited Warranty on parts and labor from the date of original purchase, and purchases must be made through an authorized dealer. The warranty covers defects in workmanship and materials.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR Manual Contents Camera overview Camera kit contents Battery and memory Installation Set up and programming Camera use Mounting the camera Viewing & Deleting images Using external solar power Memory compatibility chart Technical Specs... -
Page 4: Camera Overview
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR Camera overview Front housing image with major parts indication. For use with Stealth Cam cable or 12V Battery Box. (sold separately) www.stealthcam.net Toll Free 877-269-8490... - Page 5 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR Open view image with major parts indication Side view with major parts indication www.stealthcam.net Toll Free 877-269-8490...
- Page 6 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR Side view For use with Stealth Cam exclusive Monitor / TV sold separately www.stealthcam.net Toll Free 877-269-8490...
- Page 7 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR Picture / Image Capacity SD card High Base 16MB 32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 1696 512MB 1280 3392 1 GB 1728 2560 6784 2 GB 1408 3456 5120 13568 NOTE: Picture / Image Capacity Chart provides approximate number of images or AVI movies based on resolution setting and the size of memory card.
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Page 8: Camera Kit Contents
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR Camera kit contents Model STC-V550MTR Digital Scouting Camera • CDROM (Contains Ulead image editing software and camera • driver) User Manual • USB cable • TV out cable for TV (RCA Jack) •... -
Page 9: Battery And Memory Installation
Doing so will damage the camera and will void the warranty. The Stealth Cam STC-V550MTR Advanced Digital Scouting Camera is designed to operate using two different types of battery power options. - Page 10 (sold separately). Battery cable and complete 12V Lead Acid battery kits are available wherever Stealth Cam scouting cameras are sold or call toll free 877-269-8490. Only Stealth Cam external battery accessories are recommended. Insert the external battery barrel plug into the DC 12V jack on •...
- Page 11 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR Memory Options Your STC-V550MTR camera is equipped with 32MB built in flash memory. The camera is also equipped with an expandable media card slot capable of accepting up to 2GB SD card (sold separately).
- Page 12 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR To remove the SD memory card, depress the SD card and pull • out the card gently. SD cards must be clean (no images from other sources). If you are using the SD card from other cameras, please make sure to format the SD card prior to use in the STC- V550MTR.
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Page 13: Set Up And Programming
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR Set up and Programming When the camera is first turned on the internal LCD screen displays the camera status. The following information is present on this screen. Set Flash Control: Press [UP] button once to turn off the flash. - Page 14 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR Definition Time out: To set the amount of time in minutes the camera will • sleep between PIR triggering. Flash: • Auto – Flash on base on surrounding light conditions. Off – Turn off the flash.
- Page 15 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR o 0.3M: Select this option to capture a 0.3M pixels image. (Base image quality) o Video resolution (320 x 240): This is the resolution during video capturing. Batteries Status: It shows the battery status.
- Page 16 Time out TV system Date and Time Set the Capturing sequence. The Stealth Cam STC-V550MTR can be programmed to shoot 1-3 pictures per triggering or 5~90 seconds of video. The user also has the option to select manual mode to operate camera as a handheld point and shoot camera.
- Page 17 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR Power on the unit, press the [MENU] button to bring up the • menu on the LCD screen. Press [UP] or [DN] to highlight CAPTURE • Then press the [OK] button to enter capture setting.
- Page 18 [MENU] again to exit the SETTING SCREEN. Set TV System: NTSC is the correct setting for all of North America. Your Stealth Cam STC-V550MTR comes pre-programmed for NTSC. Press the [UP] or [DN] button to highlight TV system.
- Page 19 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR Press [OK] again to save the setting. This will return you to the • camera’s status screen. Set Date and Time: This camera uses the 24hr military time format. Press the [MENU] button to bring up the menu on the LCD •...
- Page 20 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR This will bring you to the year setting. Using the [UP] or [DN] buttons to select the appropriate year then press OK. This will return you to the DATE & TIME setting menu.
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Page 21: Camera Use
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR Using the camera Once all program setting has been completed your Stealth Cam is ready for field use. Getting started It is recommended that you mount the camera 4-5 ft off the ground with the camera pointed at a slight downward angle. -
Page 22: Mounting The Camera
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR Mounting the camera Mounting the camera with the supplied Tree Screw Hand twist the screw into the tree or post at the desired • position. Attach the camera to the screw by turning the camera onto the •... - Page 23 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR Attach camera to tree screw. Do not over tighten as this may cause damage to camera housing. Using the nut and washer that came with the tree screw, tighten to the bottom of camera for greater stability.
- Page 24 In order to obtain proper weather resistance, please make sure that both door latches are securely locked in place. Testing the camera coverage area One of STC-V550MTR Cam’s many features is the ability to test the coverage area. After mounting the camera, open front housing and slide the •...
- Page 25 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR Adjust the camera position as needed and repeat testing until • the desired coverage area is achieved. When you have completed testing the coverage area, there are • 2 methods to exit the test mode: a.
- Page 26 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR Using the camera in PIR detection mode Mount the camera to tree or other sturdy object using either a • tree screw (optional accessory) or supplied mounting strap (You may refer to the mounting suggestions section in this manual) Open the front housing and move the switch to the ON position.
- Page 27 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR The flash light will only activate in low light conditions. When the camera is set to AVI capturing, the video clip will only turn out well in good daytime lighting conditions. If...
- Page 28 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR When taking nighttime pictures allow approximately 6 seconds • between shots to allow the flash to charge. In case of low battery power, it will take longer to charge the flash between pictures.
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Page 29: Viewing & Deleting Images
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR Viewing and deleting the images The STC-V550MTR cam offers the user different options for viewing the images. The external LCD display on the front of the housing will show the number of images in memory. - Page 30 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR Using the [UP] and [DN] button you may navigate and select • the image you wish to view. Press [OK] to either display the whole image on the screen or to play the video, if it is a video clip.
- Page 31 [OK] button. Viewing images by computer download The Stealth Cam STC-V550MTR Digital Scouting Camera is a plug and play USB storage device. This means users of Windows 2000 / ME / and XP operating systems need not install the camera driver. This camera is not MAC compatible.
- Page 32 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR contains the camera driver for older operating systems as well as Ulead Photo Explorer 8.0 imaging software for image enhancement and manipulation. Attention: The software CD-ROM packaged with the camera is designed for PC’s only (not MAC compatible).
- Page 33 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR Connect your camera to the PC by the USB cable, the PC will • recognize the new device and set up the configuration of the PC automatically. NOTE: Users of Windows 98 or earlier must install camera driver prior to connecting the USB cable.
- Page 34 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR Operation manual of Ulead Photo Explorer is contained on the • provided CDROM. Viewing the images on your computer using the provided software Please refer to Installation section above to install the software and application program properly.
- Page 35 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR Deleting images At any time while viewing images on the built in LCD, Handheld TV or Home TV you may delete images one at a time or all at once. While viewing images either in thumbnail view or full screen view, •...
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Page 36: Using External Solar Power
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR Using external solar power This Stealth Cam is designed to be used with an optional Stealth Cam solar panel accessory kit. (Sold separately) Make sure the camera is turned to OFF. •... - Page 37 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR correct polarity (+/-). Incorrect voltage or polarity (+/-) will damage the camera. For first time use, please leave the solar panel with camera • power switch turned in OFF position for full daylight charging at least 20 hours.
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Page 38: Memory Compatibility Chart
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR SD Memory Card Compatibility Chart The following cards have been tested and approved for use in the STC-V550MTR model. 32MB, 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB San Disk 32MB, 64MB, 128MB, 512MB, 1GB, 2GB... -
Page 39: Technical Specs
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR Technical Specifications System Requirements and Compatibility Windows 98/98se/2000/Me/XP. • P 450MHz or equivalent processor. • 128MB SDRAM or above. • VGA Video Card with 32MB RAM for minimum, Color 16 bit or •... - Page 40 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR Camera Features and Specification. Image sensor: 2.1 CMOS Color sensor pixel • Built in 2.0” color display. • Built in 32M flash memories for image storage. • External memory support: SD memory card up to 2.0 GB.
- Page 41 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR Effective viewing Angle: 52 deg • PIR detection angle 48 deg • Low power consumption: • Standby current: < 1mA. Capture current <150mA Interface type: USB 1.1. • Power: C size alkaline Batteries x 6 •...
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Page 42: General Information
• neutral detergent. Keep the STC-V550MTR cam in a dry and cool dust-free environment or container when it is NOT used. Take the batteries out, when the STC-V550MTR cam is NOT to • be used over a long period. Avoid dropping the STC-V550MTR cam on to hard ground. Do •... - Page 43 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR cause serious damage to the unit and will void the warranty. This camera is a precision electronic device. Do not attempt to service this camera yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks.
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Page 44: Moon Phase Symbol Chart
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com STC-V550MTR Moon Phase Symbol Chart Product specifications are subject to change. Stealthcam is not responsible for any photographic or typographical errors. WF073 Printed In China www.stealthcam.net Toll Free 877-269-8490...