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Summary of Contents for Tactacam DEFEND
- Page 1 DEFEND CAM INSTRUCTION MANUAL TACTACAM.COM...
- Page 2 DOWNLOAD THE DEFEND APP DEFEND BY TACTACAM VISIT YOUR APP STORE TO DOWNLOAD...
- Page 3 INTRODUCTION TROUBLESHOOTING What’s In the Box Camera Sends Pictures of Nothing What You Will Need Camera Stops Taking Images or Won’t Take Images Recommended Camera Accessories Internal Condensation On Lens Camera Overview LIMITED WARRANTY Buttons How Long Does This Coverage Last? Lights What is Covered? SETTING UP THE CAMERA...
- Page 4 • (12) AA Batteries Required - Lithium Batteries recommended in colder temperatures • (1) Mount • Optional Full-size SD card - Class 10, U3, 16GB-32GB RECOMMENDED CAMERA ACCESSORIES (NOT INCLUDED) SD Card Solar Panel Rechargeable No Trespassing Battery Sign VIEW AND PURCHASE ALL ACCESSORIES AT TACTACAM.COM TACTACAM.COM...
- Page 5 INTRODUCTION OVERVIEW Antenna Motion Sensor Day/Night Sensor Microphone Camera Lens Device Status Indicator Device Signal Indicator Mount Test Button Reset Button Power Button Mount Attach Solar Panel/DC Power Port USB-C Port Battery Door Latch...
- Page 6 Short press 1s to boot device and capture picture and send to server Reset Button Setup Mode Long press 10s to perform factory reset *Upon startup, the device will enter Setup Mode for two minutes and automatically enter Work Mode after. TACTACAM.COM...
- Page 7 LIGHTS STATUS SIGNAL INDICATOR GUIDE LED NAME COLOR INDICATION DESCRIPTION When first powered on, the GREEN LED turns on before POWER ON changing BLUE When the battery is low, the GREEN LED will stay on in GREEN LOW BATTERY WORK mode. In SETUP mode, both the GREEN and BLUE LED's will be on.
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Page 8: Setting Up The Camera
3. Install 12 AA Batteries or Optional Power Accessories. • Open the battery compartment. Ensure AA batteries are oriented correctly in the battery trays. If using a Rechargeable Battery for Defend Cam (sold separately), fully charge it before installation. NETWORK SELECTION... -
Page 9: Setting Up Your Account
SETTING UP THE CAMERA SETTING UP YOUR ACCOUNT If this is the first Defend camera you will be activating, please create an account through the mobile app or on the Defend Web Portal at www.defendcellcam.com. Once the account is created, select a subscription plan to be able to receive images to your app. - Page 10 2. When the Signal light is blinking blue, it is ready to pair to your phone or tablet. 3. In the app go to the Account page and click “Connect to Defend Wi-Fi”. 4. Follow the in-app instructions. You can also manually connect in your phone’s Wi-Fi settings, select “Defend”...
- Page 11 (right light). Then, press the test button on the back and check your Defend app to make sure the photo was sent. This could take a minute to transmit through the network.
- Page 12 SD Card Loop Controls Operating Keys (2) 1x Power button; 1 x Test Button Status Indicator 1 LED for Status, 1 LED for Signal Power Battery 12x AA Rechargeable (Optional) 5200 mAh Li-Ion (sold separately) External 12 V, 2 A TACTACAM.COM...
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Page 13: Best Practices
1. 12x AA name-brand alkaline or lithium batteries are recommended. 2. Lithium will offer the longest battery life, especially in cold weather. 3. If connecting the Tactacam External Solar Panel (sold separately), the AA batteries would act as a backup power source. -
Page 14: Troubleshooting
• Set to High, and decrease sensitivity if you’re getting too many false triggers. CAMERA STOPS TAKING IMAGES OR WON’T TAKE IMAGES 1. Make sure your batteries have sufficient power and the camera is on. 2. If using a non-Tactacam brand SD card, connect via Wi-Fi and format the SD card. TACTACAM.COM... - Page 15 The Defend is IP66 rated. This means the camera is water resistant against powerful jets. The only way the Defend Cam can get condensation in or behind the lens is if the antenna is not screwed in all the way, or if there is dirt or debris on the battery door seal.
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Page 16: Limited Warranty
Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may note cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. TACTACAM.COM... - Page 17 DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO YOUR RETAILER For any warranty issues or questions on how to best watch over your property with Defend: CALL 218-282-5650 EMAIL SUPPORT@TACTACAM.COM 1668 Jordan West Rd. | Decorah, Iowa 52101 | www.tactacam.com...
- Page 18 Simple Security. Anywhere. 1668 Jordan West Rd. Decorah, Iowa 52101 support@tactacam.com | 218-282-5650 www.tactacam.com © 2024 DEFEND BY TACTACAM™...
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