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Buckeye RC-5000 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Sy s s s s s t t t t t em a Sy Camer a Sy Camer Camer a Sy Model RC-5000 Owner Owner Owner ’ ’ ’ ’ ’ s Manual s Manual s Manual s Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Explanations of Display Messages ..........35 Antenna & Cable Care Guide ............37 Replacement Parts ................. 37 How to Contact BuckEye Cam ............. 37 9XStream (900 MHz) Approved Antenna List ....... 38 Questions? Contact us at buckeyecam@buckeyecam.com or call (866) 325-8172...

  • Page 3: Warnings

    Save the damaged packing container to substantiate your claim. Contents of your BuckEye Cam A BuckEye Cam system ships with the following items. If you ordered a Camera-Only or Multiple Camera System, items and quantities may vary.

  • Page 4: Overview Of The Buckeye Cam

    “bag the big one” or catch the trespasser. Which ever the case may be, you may be wondering how to begin using your new BuckEye . This manual should give you a good foundation to begin with and hopefully answer some of the remaining questions you have.

  • Page 5: Connecting The Memory Card Reader

    Base to allow the pictures received to be saved to the card. Multiple Camera Abilities A BuckEye Cam’s Base is capable of supporting 14 indi- vidual cameras. This means you can have 14 different cameras taking and transmitting pictures to a single base.
  • Page 6 BuckEye Cam - Wireless Camera System We have placed a sample image on each of the supplied memory cards to allow you to verify that the Memory Card Reader is working properly with your computer. The illustration below shows a simple diagram of connecting the card reader to your computer.

  • Page 7: Pc Base

    PC Base Section PC Base The PC Base software is an application that runs on a computer and communicates with up to 14 cameras via the PC Base Modem. The software allows you to receive pictures, to change settings on camera(s), check the battery status/signal strength of the camera(s), and to take a test picture.
  • Page 8 PC Base Section The computer will detect the new hardware and © display the following dialog screen (the Windows 2000 dialog boxes may differ slightly than the one shown below): Select the “No, not this time” option and click the Next button.
  • Page 9 PC Base Section Now select the “Search for the best driver in these locations” option and select the check box next to “Search removable media” option. Click Next. When the warning prompt below appears, click “Continue Anyway”. When the following screen appears, click Finish to complete the first USB driver installation.

  • Page 10: Pc Base Authentication Code

    PC Base Section After the first driver is installed you will be prompted to install the second driver. Repeat steps 4 through 8 for the second driver. Note: If you connect the PC Base Modem to a different USB port, the Windows software may prompt you to install the drivers again.

  • Page 11: Adding A Camera

    PC Base Section Enter the code that is printed on the label on the PC Base modem and click the Apply button. If the code is entered correctly, the software will be activated. The software will remember the code and will use it every time when it communicates to that modem.

  • Page 12: Controlling A Camera From The Pc Base

    PC Base Section A message will pop up when a camera is successfully registered. Click OK to close the message window. You will now see an additional panel with controls for the camera added to the main software screen. Note: If you have several camera registered, you may have to scroll the window to see all of the cameras.
  • Page 13 PC Base Section Each camera panel contains buttons and status indicators displaying information on the status of the camera. Below is a description of the buttons and status indicators. Buttons This requests a battery status and radio signal from the camera. This may take several seconds. The battery and signal status is displayed as shown to the right.

  • Page 14: Camera Settings Software

    PC Base Section F. Camera Settings Software A feature only found on a BuckEye Camera system is the ability to change camera settings without visiting the camera. Click to change the settings from the PC Base software. This opens the window shown below:...
  • Page 15 PC Base Section The Motion Detector Sensitivity setting allows you to increase or decrease how sensitive the camera is to detecting a change in the motion/heat of the animal or individual. The default factory setting is 82. The Moon Phase is calculated on the current time and date of your computer.

  • Page 16: Setting Up E-Mail Options

    PC Base Section TIP: Right Click on most options to give you the ability to apply the setting for all registered cameras. G. Setting up E-Mail Options The e-mail option gives you the ability to set the software to automatically send pictures and notifications (such as “Low Battery on Camera #1) via e-mail.

  • Page 17: Deleting A Camera From The Pc Base

    PC Base Section CC: If you want to send pictures to additional e-mail addresses, enter the address here and then click the Add button to add the address to the list who will receive the e-mail. If you want to remove a name from this list, select the name to remove and then click the Delete button.

  • Page 18: Using Camera In Stand-Alone Mode

    Stand-Alone Camera Section Using Camera in Stand-Alone Mode Any Camera Unit containing firmware version 298 or higher can be temporarily converted to Stand-Alone Mode. In this mode, the Camera will not attempt to communicate with either type of Base Unit. This mode allows you to insert a SD Card into the Memory Card Slot on the Cam- era and all pictures will be saved to this card.

  • Page 19: Camera Settings In Stand-Alone Mode

    Version. If the version is 298 or higher, the Camera has the Stand-Alone feature. If the version number is below 298, contact BuckEye Cam at (866) 325-8172 to learn more about updating the firmware. D. Camera Settings in Stand-Alone Mode...

  • Page 20: Deleting A Camera

    Portable Base Section • Make sure the camera powers up and the display shows “REG CAM” with a scrolling bar in the upper left hand corner. If REG CAM does not appear, the Camera is either registered to a Base or is in Stand-Alone Mode. •...

  • Page 21: Changing Camera Settings

    Portable Base Section Use the “Up and Down” buttons located to the right of the display to choose the appropriate camera number you want to delete. Example: CA-1 equals camera #1, CA-2 equals camera #2, etc. Once you have chosen the correct camera number press the “Select”...
  • Page 22 Portable Base Section In the open window, click on the camsetup.exe file to open the User-Options software as shown below. Note: Do not worry if you only see camsetup and not camsetup.exe. Your computer is set up to hide the three digit alphanumeric extension and there are no problems with the files.
  • Page 23 Portable Base Section cameras are added, more buttons will appear. By default, the cameras are listed by their index. You can choose to list the camera names or locations by clicking on the button and selecting the corresponding option. To change the camera settings, select the options you want by clicking on the corresponding check box and filling in the fields with the information you want.
  • Page 24 Portable Base Section Burst Mode provides you the ability to capture a preset number of pictures when the camera detects an activa- tion. When you select Burst Mode, you will note that the Minimum Delay Time Between Pictures option is no longer offered.

  • Page 25: Overview Of The Buckeye Cam

    Portable Base Section 10. Overview of BuckEye Cam Controls using the Portable Base The following provides an overview of the BuckEye Cam functions and controls. The graphic below represents the green printed circuit board mounted on the enclosure door of both the Camera and Portable Base. Keep this circuit board as dry and clean as possible for best results.
  • Page 26 Portable Base Section Error This light will turn on when there is an error writing to the memory card. If this light turns on consistently, try a different memory card. Up This button is used to increase a number when setting the date and time.
  • Page 27 Portable Base Section INFO – This selection will display camera information. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to view: 1. Serial number of the unit (-Sn- is displayed in the upper right corner); 2. Version of the firmware installed on the camera; AddCAM –...

  • Page 28: Setting Up The Buckeye Cam Tm

    Contact us or visit our web site at www.buckeyecam.com for more information. 15. Display This displays all messages and menus text. 11. Setting up the BuckEye Cam The following steps apply to the Camera or Portable Base. A. Battery The supplied battery is already mounted inside the Camera and Portable Base.

  • Page 29: Memory Card

    E. Using the Optional Battery Bank The Battery Bank is a weatherproof enclosure that inter- faces with your BuckEye Cam and is designed to give you extended battery life. The Battery Bank can hold up to three additional 6V batteries.

  • Page 30: Setting Time And Date On The Portable Base

    Portable Base Section 12. Setting Time and Date on the Portable Base Note 1: The BuckEye Cam uses Military settings when displaying the time. Note 2: The time and date is maintained with a 3V Lithium battery located next to the On/Off switch.

  • Page 31: Charging The Battery

    6V Wall Charger before the first use (approximately 10 hours). Charging with the Solar Charger {Recommended} When the Solar Charger is attached to your BuckEye system, a “trickle charge” is always applied to the battery. This method of charging will cut down the num- ber of visits to the Camera to charge or switch the battery.

  • Page 32: Taking A Test Picture With A Portable Base

    Portable Base Section Charging with the 6V Wall Charger When using the 6V wall charger, you will need to bring the 6V Battery near an AC outlet. First connect the charger into the wall. Next, clip the Red color-coded alligator clip to the Red color-coded terminal on the battery.

  • Page 33: Tips & Tricks

    Tips & Tricks Section In the My Computer window, double click on the Card Reader drive. It should be labeled “Removable Disk”. This will open a window with the content of the Memory Card. Windows 98SE and 2000 Insert the Memory Card into the Memory Card Reader. Double click the My Computer icon located on the computer’s desktop.
  • Page 34 Picture Range Try and keep the "targets" within range, usually within 30 ft. The BuckEye Cam will detect out past 60 ft with the sensitivity turned up. However, keep in mind that the maximum infrared emitter range is approximately 30 ft.
  • Page 35 Tips & Tricks Section high gain antennas and elevate the antennas 10' to be able to get even a mile range. Here is what we tell our customers: If you know you want to/have to transmit 1 mile keep in mind you may need higher gain antennas to make it happen.

  • Page 36: Explanations Of Display Messages

    Since we offer a wide range of user options it will be difficult to estimate the battery life for every application. Optional: Use the Battery Bank. Contact BuckEye Cam for pricing and additional information. 17. Explanations of Display Messages CA-1 –...
  • Page 37 www.buckeyecam.com No CARD – Cannot detect memory card (insert a card or replace). Ver001 – Firmware version. No Com – No communication between base and camera (weak signal, battery dead, antenna damaged, etc.). Signal – Strength of signal between base and camera. BATT –...

  • Page 38: Antenna & Cable Care Guide

    (866) 325-8172. 20. How to Contact BuckEye Cam If you have any questions while using your BuckEye System, you can contact us via any of the following: E-mail: buckeyecam@buckeyecam.com Website: www.buckeyecam.com Telephone: 1-866-325-8172 Monday through Friday - 8:00 am–5:00 pm E.S.T.

  • Page 39: 9Xstream (900 Mhz) Approved Antenna List

    www.buckeyecam.com 9XStream (900 MHz) Approved Antenna List Antennas approved for use with 9XStream (900 MHz) OEM RF Modules. Questions? Contact us at buckeyecam@buckeyecam.com or call (866) 325-8172 Questions? Contact us at buckeyecam@buckeyecam.com or call (866) 325-8172...
  • Page 40 WARRANTY REGISTRATION ATSI warrants Products (BuckEye Cam ) sold by it and guarantees to correct, by repair or replacement at our option, any defects of material and workmanship which develop under normal and proper use within six (6) months from the date of the original purchase when inspection proves the fault to be of manufacturing.

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