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Trail Camera
Model: H8PLUS

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  • Page 1 User Manual Trail Camera Model: H8PLUS...
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  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents  PACKAGE INCLUDES ..........1  CAMERA OVERVIEW ........... 2  QUICK START ..............3  INSTALLATION .............. 4  CAMERA OPERATION ..........7  PARAMETER SETTINGS ..........9  USING THE WALL BRACKET ........18  REVIEWING YOUR PHOTOS/VIDEOS ....20 ...

  • Page 6: Package Includes

    PACKAGE INCLUDES Trail Camera 32GB Micro SD Card USB Cable User Manual Fixed Bracket Screw Plug Kit Allen Wrench Mounting Strap Card Reader dsoonservice@hotmail.com...

  • Page 7: Camera Overview

    CAMERA OVERVIEW dsoonservice@hotmail.com...

  • Page 8: Quick Start

    QUICK START dsoonservice@hotmail.com...

  • Page 9: Installation

    INSTALLATION Before you begin learning how to use your trail camera, you will first need to install a set of 1.5V alkaline AA batteries and insert a micro SD card. Please take the time to read the following directions and cautions: Loading Batteries 1.Open the two latches on the right side of the camera, and then open the battery protection cover.
  • Page 10 Using an external power source you can connect an external 6V DC power source with at least 1.5A to the DC Port at the bottom of the camera. The power connector is a 3.5x1.35 mm coaxial DC power plug with positive tip (inside pin) polarity. Leave internal batteries in the camera during use.
  • Page 11 2.Formatting the micro SD card before using it for the first time is recommended, especially when a card has been used in other devices. This can be done in “Format memory card” in the camera menu. Make sure you have backed up (saved to your computer) any files you want to keep on a previously used card, as formatting erases all files.

  • Page 12: Camera Operation

    CAMERA OPERATION Once you’ve prepared your trail camera by properly installing batteries and micro SD card, you could take it outside, switch it ON mode and you might get some great photos that are exactly what you wanted(The camera works with factory default settings). NOTE: ►Please remove the protective foil from the camera before use for not affecting the camera effect.
  • Page 13 ● ON Mode Switch the Mode Button to ON, the camera will take photos or videos automatically (with its current settings) when it is triggered by the PIR sensor’s detection of activity in the area it monitors. ● TEST Mode Switch the Mode Button to TEST to turn on the camera.

  • Page 14: Parameter Settings

    PARAMETER SETTINGS Mode Options:[Photo]: Capture photos with motion detection. [Video]: Capture videos with motion detection. [Photo & Video]: Capture both photos and videos with motion detection. Photo resolution Set resolution for still photos. The higher resolution, the better image quality, but takes more power and storage space.
  • Page 15 Video resolution Set the video resolution. The higher resolution, the better video quality, but takes more power and storage space. Options:[3840x2160P]/[2688x1520P-20FPS]/[1920x10 80P]/[1280x720P]/[1280x720P-60FPS]/[848x480P]/[7 20x480P]/[640x480P]/[320x240P]. TL video resolution Set the resolution of time lapse video. Options:[5200x3900P]/[4608x3456P]/[4416x3312P]/[4 000x3000P]/[3648x2736P]/[3264x2448P]/[3072x2304 P]/[2592x1944P]/[2048x1536P]. Video length Set the length of each video clip recorded each time when motion is detected.
  • Page 16 Shot lag 1.The Shot lag is referring to is the time delay between one shot and the next. It is different from the trigger speed of a trail camera(the trigger speed is the amount of time it takes for the trail camera to take and record the photo once the camera detects an animal).
  • Page 17 removing the interfering twigs, or avoiding the sunlight. If so, you'll have an option to turn off the side sensors. Options:[On]/[Off]. Sensitivity motion sensors This refers to how sensitive the camera is to objects that pass in front of it. For interior areas and environments with little interference, select High.
  • Page 18 Target recording time You can set the camera to start recording at a specific clock time(Make sure you set the date and time of the camera accurately before using this setting). Select ON and set the Start and End time for the active phase. The settings made here apply to every day monitoring.
  • Page 19 PIR. Such as big open areas or monitoring the flowering, sunrise and sunset. Options:[Normal]: Set the interval for taking photos or videos regularly(According to the "mode/resolution/photo series" you set). For example, set the interval time to 1 hour, the camera will take a photo every hour.
  • Page 20 Endless Capture Memory Full Action: If you turned ON, trail cameras will automatically delete the oldest photos and videos once the micro SD card is full, and recording continues as expected. If you turned OFF, your camera will stop saving new data to your micro SD card once it is full. Options:[On]/[Off].
  • Page 21 Options:[Time&date]:stamped time, date, moon phase and temperature. [Date]:stamped time, moon phase and temperature. [Off]:no stamp. Password protection Set password of the trail camera. From "0-9" and "A-Z". If you forget password, proceed as follows to unlock the camera and to reset it to its factory default settings: Press and hold the UP button and the OK button, and then turn the power button below to the TEST mode to turn on the camera, after about 5 seconds the camera...
  • Page 22 Serial NO. Set the unique serial number for the camera.From "0-9" and "A-Z", Up to 4 character. Options:[On]/[Off]. Reset settings Restore all camera settings to the factory default settings except time and date. Options:[Yes]/[No]. Version Look up the Firmware information of the camera. dsoonservice@hotmail.com...

  • Page 23: Using The Wall Bracket

    USING THE WALL BRACKET You can mount the camera on a wall or tree using the supplied wall bracket. Before mounting the wall bracket you should ensure that all existing screws are tight.The best installation height distance from the ground is about 3 ft.
  • Page 24 ► The supplied wall plugs are only suitable for mounting on concrete and stone. Before starting the installation, please check your installation location carefully for its suitability for the plugs. The assembly material used must be suitable for the respective location. If in doubt, consult a professional. Install Steps 1.

  • Page 25: Reviewing Your Photos/Videos

    REVIEWING YOUR PHOTOS/VIDEOS Reviewing on the Camera Screen ● Press the PLAY key to enter image review mode. ● Press the UP/DOWN key to scroll through your photos or videos. ● Press the MENU key to enter the playback menu, you can select "Delete current file", "Delete all files", "Activate slide show", "Write protect".
  • Page 26 ● Delete all files: Delete all photo and video files in the memory card. Note:Press MENU to cancel the operation without deleting any files. ● Activate slide show:This function can be used to play back photos stored memory card automatically. Each photo is shown for about 3 seconds. Press the OK button to stop the slide show and stay at the current image.
  • Page 27 computers may use different drives to locate external SD cards. 3. You will have a DCIM folder under the drive your SD card is located in. Right click on your mouse and select copy. This action copies your folder to the dashboard of your computer, and then you are able to go directly to your desktop, and right click on your mouse again and select paste.

  • Page 28: Trouble Shooting/Faq

    TROUBLE SHOOTING/FAQ After the battery and micro SD card are installed correctly, most of the problems can be solved by the following methods: 1. Reset camera settings: Press the "MENU" key> Press the "UP/DOWN" key to find "Reset settings"> Press "OK"...
  • Page 29 Camera Won’t Power Up 1. Check switch. Move the camera switch to “OFF” mode wait 15-20 seconds to allow the camera to properly turn itself off, then turn the camera back on. Do not move the switch directly from OFF to ON, always move the switch all the way right to TEST first, then switch to ON.
  • Page 30 pictures. If there are pictures of you walking back and forth, the problem is indeed the LCD screen. Camera Stops Taking Won’t Take Photos/Videos 1. Check Micro SD Card. a. Wrong type of micro SD card. Micro SD/SDHC/SDXC class 6 or higher speed, up to 512GB are supported. b.
  • Page 31 3. Placement Issues. If you place the camera too high and don’t angle it down enough (or angle it down too much), then that might be why it’s not taking pictures. 4. Perform a self-test by either walking or wave in the cameras detection area for several minutes.
  • Page 32 3. In some cases, setting the camera near water will make it take images with no subject in them. Try aiming the camera over ground. 4. Avoid setting up the camera on small trees that are prone to move in strong winds. Try to set up the camera on stable and immovable objects, i.e.
  • Page 33 Too Many Photos If your trail camera False Triggers, check the following: 1. Check your camera mount. Ensure that If your camera is strapped to a tree, make sure the tree is large enough to not sway in the wind as this can cause a false trigger. 2.
  • Page 34 6. Shot lag(Trigger delay). Shot lag is a setting that tells the camera to ignore any further movement after an initial trigger. To stop an SD card from taking pictures of the same subject too many times. Battery Life is Shorter Than Expected 1.
  • Page 35 c. Please note that when the Photo series is set higher than 1 Photo, or with very short Shot lag, some images may appear darker than others due to the quick response and rapid re-triggering of the camera, allowing less time for the flash to fully recharge before firing again.
  • Page 36 b. Make sure that the camera has good batteries in it. Near the end of the battery life, the camera may choose to record shorter video clips to conserve power. Date/Time Stamp Not Appearing on Images Make sure that the Time Stamp is set to ON. PIR Sensor LED Flashes/Doesn’t Flash 1.
  • Page 37 changing it, the camera will continue to use the original default setting for that parameter. Moisture or Ants Inside Camera 1. To ensure humidity or rain is kept out of the camera, secure the DC Port plugged firmly in place. 2.
  • Page 38 2. LCD screen shows a faint black line after turning from TEST to ON The LCD will turn off when you slide the switch to the ON position. In some cases, this black line will appear and then fade in about 1second. This is normal and the camera will function properly.
  • Page 39 AVI video files can be troublesome when played back on an Apple mac. A dedicated media player such as VLC installed on your Apple Mac should play back smoothly any AVI type video files. If your problem continues please contact Dsoon ● Customer Service: Email: dsoonservice@hotmail.com...

  • Page 40: Technical Specifications

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Photo Resolution [32MP:6480x4860P]/[20MP:5 200x3900P]/[16MP:4608x345 6P]/[12MP:4000x3000P]/[8M P:3264x2448P]/[5MP:2592x1 944P]/[3MP:2048x1536P]/[1 MP:1280x960P] Video Resolution [3840x2160P]/[2688x1520P-2 0FPS]/[1920x1080P]/[1280x7 20P]/[1280x720P-60FPS]/[84 8x480P]/[720x480P]/[640x48 0P]/[320x240P] File Format JPG/AVI Lens f=3.3; F/NO=2.0; FOV=105; Auto IR filter Display Screen 2.4" TFT LCD External Memory micro SD card up to 512GB, class 6 above Range of IR flash 65ft...
  • Page 41 Temperature Compensation Triggering Time 0.2s Trigger Interval 3-59 seconds or 1-60 minutes, programmable Shooting Numbers 1-3 or 10, programmable Video Length 3-59 seconds or 1-2 minutes Power Supply 4xAA; Expandable to 8xAA ， external 6V power supply,at least 1.5A Operating Temperature -4°F-140°F Standby Time Approx.

  • Page 42: Fcc Compliance Statement

    FCC COMPLIANCE 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. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,...
  • Page 43 and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of 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 •...

  • Page 44: Warranty And Disclaimers

    1 year after the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover damages caused by misuse, improper handling and installation. In the event warranty service is needed, please contact Dsoon at dsoonservice@hotmail.com Disclaimers We hare no representations or warranties, either...
  • Page 45 not responsible if you use the trail camera for illegal purposes. We shall not be obligated to perform preventative maintenance, installation, reinstallation, or maintenance. The illustrations in this manual are for instructional purposes only and may not represent actual product exactly. dsoonservice@hotmail.com...
  • Page 46 Dsoon Customer Service: Email: dsoonservice@hotmail.com Facebook messenger WhatsApp Web：www.dsoonhunt.com dsoonservice@hotmail.com...

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