GardePro E6 Manual

Introduction

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IN THE BOX

1 x Camera, 1 x Mounting Strap, 1 x Instruction Manual, 1 x Mini USB Cord
Note: Memory card and batteries are not included (user supplied).

IMPORTANT NOTE

About Batteries

Require eight (8) 1.5V AA Alkaline or Lithium batteries. We recommend the use of Energizer AA Lithium batteries in this camera to obtain maximum battery life.
Do not mix old and new batteries.
Do not mix battery type.
Rechargeable NiMH AA batteries can be used, but the lower voltage (generally 1.2V) they produce has short lifetime, you may have to replace them frequently.
Remove batteries when the camera is NOT in use.

About SD Card

Require a standard-size SDHC/SDXC memory card (maximum capacity 256GB, Class 10). Recommend using SanDisk 32GB SDHC Class 10 memory cards in the camera to obtain the best cost-performance.
Before first use, please format your SD card in the camera by using "Format SD Card" in the menu settings.

About App Wi-Fi Connection

For better performance, we recommend that your phone is within 15 meters (45 feet) of your camera. Since there may be interference around, if the signal is not good, please move closer to the camera gradually.

INTRODUCTION

About the Camera

The GardePro E6 is a new generation of Wi-Fi trail camera. The camera has a built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth module, so that you can connect and operate the camera through a dedicated app ("GardePro Mobile"). The Bluetooth module, operating in low power, is used for device discovery, and Wi-Fi is used for preview, image transmission and settings.
The camera features the all-new innovative and ultra-clear imaging technology, encompasses smart night vision, blur reduction, and noise reduction technology to deliver high resolution image quality.

Main Features

• Bluetooth connection for device discovery
• Wi-Fi connection for preview, playback, and settings
• High quality pictures (32MP still photos), 1296P 20fps or 1080P 30fps H.264 video clips with audio
• Clear night vision, flash range 80ft. (25m), the camera is equipped with 36pcs high performance infrared no glow 940nm LEDs that function as a flash (invisible to human and animal eyes)
• Wide view angle - 110°
• Easy to use/program with well-designed operation buttons and built-in 2.4-inch color screen, easy to program, review pictures and videos on the screen
• 3 working modes - Motion detection, Time lapse and Hybrid
• Fast trigger time - approx. 0.2s, Fast recovery time - 0.5s, Long trigger distance up to 75ft. (23m), Detection Angle - 70°
• Info strip on each capture: Date, Time, Temperature & Moon phase
• Operation Hours, Loop Recording, Time Lapse, Password Protected
• Built for any climate - IP66, Operation Temperature: -4~140°F
• Support SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card, max capacity 256GB(not included in the scope of delivery)
• Extremely long in-field battery life up to 8 months in a stand-by state with 8 AA 1.5V batteries(not included in the scope of delivery)

PARTS AND CONTROLS

The camera is equipped with 36pcs high efficiency infrared LEDs, LED Indicators, Lens, PIR Sensors, Lock Holes in front view (Figure 1).
TIP: During use, the black PIR Lens may be dirty or have scratches, however it does not affect the performance due to the reliability design. If you must clean it, please try to blow it off or pick out the dirt very lightly. Please do not try to wipe it, which may cause more scratches.

The camera provides the following connections for external devices: Mini USB port and SD card slot etc. (Figure 2).
Figure 2: Bottom View

The camera has one security cable hole and two strap holes on the back. The strap can be put through the strap holes and fastened securely around a tree trunk by pulling the end of the strap firmly (Figure 3).
Figure 3: Right / Back View

The camera has a 2.4-inch built-in LCD screen, which can be used for reviewing pictures or videos and menu displaying, and exclusive keypad design for easy program and operation, 8 AA batteries slot supported (Figure 4).
Figure 4: Inside View

Figure 5: Operation Buttons

A power switch is used to power on (ON mode) or off the camera (OFF mode). A START button is used to quickly make the camera into the surveillance mode (motion detection) or time lapse per your settings (Figure 5). When the camera is in the surveillance mode, press the START button to wake up the camera.

INSTALLING THE BATTERIES AND SD CARD

Before you begin learning how to use your camera, you will first need to install a set of batteries and insert an SD card. Although that may only take you a minute, there are some important notes about both batteries and SD cards you should be aware of, so please take the time to read the following directions and cautions:

Loading Batteries

After opening the cover of the battery compartment, you will see that the camera has eight battery slots (Figure 6). A full eight batteries must be installed for the camera to operate. Be sure to insert each battery with correct polarity (negative or "flat" end against the long spring of each battery slot).
In ON mode when battery power level gets low, the message "Low Battery" will show on the screen, please replace the batteries. If the battery indicator shows in RED, this does mean the batteries are not able to drive IR LEDs flash at night, however the batteries still work at daytime until "Low Battery". If you want to continue night vision, please replace the batteries.
Figure 6: Loading the Batteries

Inserting the SD Card

Insert the SD card (with the camera powered off), before beginning to operate the camera. Don't insert or remove the SD card when the camera is powered on or in the surveillance mode. (Figure 7).
Figure 7: Inserting the SD Card

The following describes how to insert and remove the SD card:

• Insert the SD card into the card slot with its label side upwards. A "click" sound indicates that the card is installed successfully. If the wrong side of the card is facing up, you will not be able to insert it without force, there is only one correct way to insert cards. If the SD card is not installed correctly, the device will not display an SD card icon on the screen in ON mode. Formatting the SD card by using the camera's "Format SD Card" menu option before first use is recommended, especially when a card has been used in other devices.
• To take out the SD card, just gently push in the card (do not try to pull it out without pushing in first). The card is released from the slot and ready to be removed when you hear the click. Be sure the camera's power is switchedOFF before inserting or removing SD cards or batteries.

USING THE CAMERA

Once you've prepared your camera by properly installing batteries and an SD card, you could simply take it outside, strap it to a tree (or not - according to your application scenario), switch it ON, press START button and leave-and you might get some great photos that are exactly what you wanted. However, we highly recommend that you first spend some additional time indoors with this manual and your camera until you know a bit more about what those control keys do. If nothing else, you'll probably want to at least set the date and time so the camera will imprint them (or not-it's your option) on your photos as they are taken, learn how to set the camera to shoot video clips instead of still photos if you like, and read some tips about mounting it on a tree.

THE OFF, ON, AND SURVEILLANCE MODES

The camera has three basic operational modes:

• OFF mode: Power switch in the OFF position (The camera is powered off).
• ON mode: Power switch in the ON position (The camera is powered on and its screen is on).
• SURVEILLANCE mode: When the camera is powered on, press START button to enter the surveillance mode. When the screen is off, the camera enters standby and will perform according to your settings.

App & Wi-Fi Connection:
You can use the app to connect the camera when the camera is operating in the ON or SURVEILLANCE mode.

OFF Mode

The OFF mode is the "safe" mode when any actions must be taken, e.g., replacing the SD card or batteries, or transporting the device. And of course, when you are storing or not using the camera, you will switch it to OFF. Please note that in the OFF mode the camera still consumes a little power. It's a good idea to take the batteries out of the battery compartment if the camera will not be used for a long time.

ON Mode

In the ON mode you can check and change the settings of the camera with the help of its built-in screen. These settings, found in the menu by pressing MENU key, let you change the photo or video resolution, interval between photos, switch the time imprint on, etc. (See more in Section ADVANCED SETTINGS).
On the screen display, you will see an information screen that shows how many images have been taken, the battery level, camera or video mode, etc.
ATTENTION PLEASE: In the ON mode, the camera will automatically enter SURVEILLANCE mode if there is no operation (key pressing) within 5 minutes. Then the camera will perform as your settings in the menu.
In the ON mode, you can connect the camera to a computer's USB port to download your images.

SURVEILLANCE Mode

Any time after the batteries and SD card have been inserted, you can switch on the camera. When the START button is pressed, the camera will enter into the SURVEILLANCE mode. If the Mode in the settings is set as "Motion Detection", the camera will count down a 30-second delay and then be ready to capture images. If the Mode is set as "Time Lapse", there will be no 30-second counting down, and the camera will be ready to enter Time Lapse.
Once in the SURVEILLANCE mode, no manual controls are needed or possible (the control keys have no effect). The camera will take photos or videos automatically (according to its current parameter settings).
TIP: You can press the START button again to wake up the camera and reprogram your camera if required.

Wi-Fi CONNECTION

Download GardePro Mobile App

Before using the Wi-Fi functionality, please download the "GardePro Mobile" app.

NOTES:
The screenshots shown in this section are indicative only. The actual diagram on different versions of app, iOS and Android may differ.
During the use of the GardePro app (Referred to as app), please grant the app access to Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, storage, location and camera of your device, and enable the Local Network (if on iOS14 or later), which are necessary to take pictures and videos.

Enable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

Enable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth on your mobile phone before opening the app. This step is optional, however it can speed up the connection between app and camera.
Figure 8: Enable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

Add Your Camera

Ensure that your camera is in ON mode and in close proximity to you. To establish a stable connection, move within 45ft of the camera with no obstacles obstructing the signal, such as walls or glass doors.
Open the app, tap Wi-Fi camera (Figure 9).
Figure 9: Tap to add your camera

NOTE: The app is an unified app, supports Wi-Fi camera and cellular camera (sold separately).

Search Your Camera and Link

Figure 10: Select your camera

By default, in the list the camera will be indicated as ID "NONAME_GardePro_E6" if the camera name is not assigned. After you set the camera name in settings, the camera
ID will be updated as "XXXX_GardePro_E6" (XXXX is a 4-character choice, you can set your camera name).
The app automatically searches for all Wi-Fi trail cameras nearby, please make sure your camera is within the Wi-Fi range. This process may take up to 15 seconds. If there is no device shown in the list, please click the Refresh button on the top-right corner.
Tap the one you want to add (Figure 10). The app starts connecting to your camera. It might take up to 15 seconds to build the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connection between the app and camera. There are 4 steps (Illustration omitted):

1. Connecting through Bluetooth...
2. Activating the camera...
3. Searching Wi-Fi... The camera display will turn off during Wi-Fi connecting.
4. Connecting through Wi-Fi...

A system pop-up message will show (Figure 11).
Figure 11: Allow Wi-Fi Connection on iOS Device

Please tap 'Join' to allow Wi-Fi connection. The string "CAM8Z6_E9316A9F2066" is the name of Wi-Fi hotspot on the camera to allow Wi-Fi connection. Among cameras, the prefix CAM8Z6 is fixed, E9316A9F2066 is the internal camera identifier which may vary from different cameras.
NOTE: On Android devices, there might be different system pop-up messages that ask for allowing app connection to camera since different mobile phone manufacturers may modify and customize this system message.
After connected, a pop-up message would show as below:
Tap "Start" to enjoy your app journey (Figure 12).
Figure 12: Connected

App Navigation

The app supplies 4 main features: Camera, Status, Settings and Gallery. See the Table 1 and Figure 13~16 for more details.

Table 1 - App Navigation

Figure 13: Camera

Figure 14: Status

Figure 15: Settings

Figure 16: Gallery

Important Notes on App Wi-Fi Connection

No.	Notes
1	When the camera's Wi-Fi is connected, the camera will stop SURVEILLANCE (motion detecting or time lapse). Disconnect Wi-Fi to enable the camera to go back to SURVEILLANCE mode. TIP: How to re-enable the camera start motion detection? Tap the camera ID "JOHN_GardePro_E6" to disconnect or remove the current camera, or add new camera (refer to the following figures).
2	On the phone device, when the app is closed or runs in the background, there is a maximum of 90-second timeout of Wi-Fi connection between app and camera, before timeout, you can re-open and operate on the app without reconnecting. However, the camera will not work (capture motions) until the Wi-Fi timeout is done. Before timeout, you must disconnect Wi-Fi manually to enable the camera to capture motions.
3	When the app connects to the camera, the RED indicator will flash once.

ADVANCED SETTINGS

The trail camera comes with preset manufacturer settings. You can change the settings to meet your requirements. Once the camera screen is on, press MENU key to enter/exit the menu. Press the UP/DOWN key to move the marker, Press the LEFT/RIGHT key to change the setting, and press the OK key to confirm the change. Always remember to press the OK to save the change. Otherwise, you will lose your new setting.

Table 2 – Camera Settings

MOUNTING AND POSITIONING

Mounting

After you've set up the camera's parameters to your personal preferences at home, you're ready to take it outside. When setting up the camera for scouting game or other outdoor applications, you must be sure to mount it in place correctly and securely. We recommend mounting the camera on a sturdy tree with a diameter of about 6in. (15cm). To get the optimal picture quality, the tree should be about 16-17ft. (5m) away from the place to be monitored, with the camera placed at a height of 2.5-3.5ft. (0.75-1m). Also, keep in mind that you will get the best results at night when the subject is within the ideal flash range, no farther than 75ft and no closer than 10ft. (3m) from the camera.
There are two ways to mount the camera: using the provided adjustable web belt, or the tripod socket.
Using the adjustable strap: To use the strap on the camera, push one end of the strap through the two brackets on the back of the camera. Thread the end of the strap through the buckle. Fasten the strap securely around the tree trunk by pulling the end of the strap firmly so there is no slack left (Figure 17).
Using the tripod socket: The camera is equipped with a socket at the bottom end to enable mounting on a tripod or other mounting accessories with a standard UNC 1/4-20 thread screw (not included).
Figure 17: Mounting the Camera

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 distance of the camera. To perform the test:

• Switch the camera to the ON mode.
• Press MENU button, go to "Motion Test". The camera will count down a max 60-second delay and be ready to capture motion. (Note: The delay time may be less than 60 seconds, depending on the actual time of the motion sensor to be activated. The delay time is 60 seconds minus the power-on time.)
• Close the camera door.
• Make movements in front of the camera at several positions within the area where you expect the game or subjects to be. Try different distances and angles from the camera.
• When the white motion indicator LED flashes in RED, it indicates that the camera is able to sense the position. However, if the LED doesn't blink, it means that the position lies beyond the sensing range.
• l In these sensing tests, the camera will take pictures once motion is captured. When you open the camera, the screen shows the number of times triggered, you can review the pictures on the screen.

The results of your testing will help you find the best placement when mounting and aiming the camera. The height above from the ground for placement of the device should vary with the size of animal you are hoping to see. In general, 3 to 6 feet is preferred.
You can avoid potential false triggers due to temperature and motion disturbances in front of the camera by not aiming it at a heat source or nearby tree branches or bush (especially on windy days).
Do NOT install the camera behind the glass window as that is not possible to sense any motion. Avoid aiming the camera toward to any glass objects.

Starting

The camera supports three working modes, "Motion Detection", "Time Lapse" and "Hybrid", press START button to enter surveillance mode.

1. If you set the camera's working mode as "Motion detection" in the menu, the camera will count down a 30-second delay, and then will be ready to go into standby (surveillance) and capture. Any motion that is detected by it will trigger the capture of an image or video as programmed in the menu. Be sure you have read the descriptions of the Detection Delay, and PIR Sensitivity parameters.
2. If you set the camera's working mode as "Time Lapse" in the menu, the camera will be ready to go into "Time Lapse" mode soon after the START button is pressed, and then will take images periodically according to your preset "Timelapse Interval" parameter, regardless of the settings "Detection Delay".
3. If you set the camera's working mode as "Hybrid" in the menu, the camera will work according to the above two modes.

REVIEW PHOTOS OR VIDEOS

After you have setup, mounted and activated your CAMERA, you will of course be eager to return later and review the images it has captured for you. 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.MP4. The MP4 video files can be played back on most popular media players, such as Windows Media Player, QuickTime, VLC etc.
There are different ways this can be done.
You can review photos or videos directly on the camera screen or in the app's gallery bar.
Or when the camera is powered on, you can use the provided USB cable to download the files to a computer.
Or you can put the SD card into an SD card "reader" (not included), plug into a computer, and browse the files on the computer without downloading.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

TROUBLESHOOTING

If your camera does not seem to be functioning properly or if you are having photo/video quality issues, please run these simple and quick checks:

• Make sure the camera is powered on and in the correct mode
• Format the SD card in the camera or replace the SD card, since the SD card is a storage media and sometimes it might be unstable
• Replace batteries if night vision seems not to be working as expected
• The dark background of night images is usually caused by strong reflections from the obstacles close to the camera. To get the best night image, please remove close-up obstacles (such as walls or tree trunks) in front of the camera as possible, or adjust the installation position of your camera to avoid these obstacles(Figure 18)

Figure 18: Avoid close-up obstacles in front of the camera

If your unit is still having trouble, please contact us, providing us with your order number, or check the website to determine that you are using the latest firmware and app. Please be assured we will make the things right for you.