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  • Page 1 2014 Code Black Covert Scouting Camera Instruction Manual Watch the set up video on our website at: www.covertscoutingcameras.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Troubleshooting: ............45 Tricks and tips on field setup: ........48 Covert Scouting Cameras Warranty: ......50 Covert Warranty Policy and Procedure: ......50 Covert International Warranty Policy and Procedure: .. 52 Code Black Set Up on a MAC: ........58...
  • Page 3 Congratulations on your purchase of the 2014 Code Black Covert Scouting Camera! We truly value your business and will strive to provide you top quality customer service should you ever need help with any of our products. Check out our other products on our website at: www.

  • Page 4: Camera Button Control Diagram

    Camera button control diagram: Antenna Color LCD SIM card slot Delete Menu Figure 1 Select/OK Play Navigation arrows Selector switch Take photo manually Aux battery SD card jack slot...

  • Page 5: Installing The Batteries

    Your Code Black can function short term on 4-AA batteries. Improved battery life on 8-AA, but we suggest you use 12-AA batteries to get the most out of your cameras battery life. Using Covert rechargeable NiMH, 2300mAh, AA batteries can extend the battery life significantly.
  • Page 6 Purchasing your SIM card: The Code Black is designed to send the photos via MMS or DATA through SIM card technology over the cellular network to any phone # or email instantly once the photo is taken. You will have to purchase a texting package from any GSM (WCDMA) provider to set up your wireless feature to send to a phone # as a text.
  • Page 7 phone or email address, you will need to get a standard size SIM card from any 3G GSM (WCDMA) networks that provide a SIM card. *Sprint and Verizon are NOT GSM (WCDMA) providers. Camera will send the pictures to any provider; however the SIM card in the camera must be through a GSM (WCDMA) provider.
  • Page 8 panel towards the top is a small card slot. See Figures 3 & 4 below. Figure 3 Figure 4 Press the card in until it bottoms out and then release. It will snap in place. To remove the SIM card, simply press in on the card until it clicks and then release it.
  • Page 9 Now that you have your SIM card and it has been installed in the camera you will need to install a Covert SD card in the bottom of the camera. See figure 5 below for card orientation. The card installs the same way as the SIM card did. Push in until it clicks and release.
  • Page 10 Setting up the wireless network: 1) Slide selector switch to the right to the SETUP position. Press the MENU button You will see the screen shown below (Fig 6): Figure 6 2) Press the ► button 2 times to highlight the NET tab in yellow.
  • Page 11 unlimited amount of pictures, enter 0 (zero). This is the number of pictures the camera can send you in a 24-hour period. Press the menu button. This will take you back to the home screen. You will need to be patient as the camera does its initial set-up and looks for cellular service.

  • Page 12: Formatting The Sd Card

    Formatting the SD card: Press the menu button, then ►button 3 times to highlight the SYS tab. 3) Navigate down by pressing the ▼ button repeatedly until the FORMAT option is highlighted and press OK. You will see the screen shots shown below (Fig 7 & 8). Press the ◄...
  • Page 13 NET Setup without a Computer Press the Menu button Press the ► button repeatedly until the NET tab is highlighted in yellow. Press the ▼ arrow (4) times to highlight the SMS Switch and press ► button (1) time to turn the SMS Switch ON.
  • Page 14 NET Setup/Download Tool: 4) Next Press the ► or ◄button repeatedly until the NET tab is highlighted in yellow. 5) Press the ▼ arrow (7) times to highlight the DOWNLOAD TOOL and press OK. (Figures 10 & Figure 10 Figure 11 6) Turn the camera off by sliding the selector switch to the OFF position 7) Remove the SD card from your camera and...
  • Page 15 Figure 12 Double click on the GSMSETUP and then double click on the UOV Setup application. 9) You will see a warning box like Fig. 13 below. Choose YES and the UOV set-up program will launch. Figure 13 10) You will see the following screen for setting up the NET options for your camera.
  • Page 16 you add phone numbers and e-mail addresses and control the number of wireless photos sent from the camera each day. (Fig 14) Figure 14 *Make sure to save your path by clicking the 3- dot button to the right of the screen. Selecting your SD card tells the camera where to save the pictures.
  • Page 17 *When you enter your phone number, make sure you do not enter any spaces or dashes. *Enter a 1 before the phone number 11.) Send Mode: a. INSTANT: If you want the camera to send you photos the instant it’s taken, you want to choose this option.
  • Page 18 d. OFF: choose this option if you do not want the camera to send out the photos taken. This will make the camera perform like a traditional trail camera. 11) Operator Parameter: a. Country: Choose your Country or Origin in the drop down menu.
  • Page 19 Recipients: c. Phone: Enter up to 4 different phone numbers in the phone number field. You will need to start every number with a 1 followed by the area code and phone number with no spaces or dashes. d. Email: Enter up to 4 different e-mail addresses in the Email field.
  • Page 20 you will pick the button with the 3 dots on it to the right of the path text bar. This will allow you to choose the SD card from your windows explorer. You must save this information to the SD card for the set up to take place once you put the SD card back into the camera.
  • Page 21 18) Press the OK button to accept the settings and save them to the SD card. You will see the following box pop up (Fig. 16). Pick OK you can then cancel the UOV Setup. Figure 16 19) Remove the SD card from your computer and replace it in the camera.

  • Page 22: Send A Test Photo

    camera. You will know that a photo has been taken because the photo counter on the screen will say 001. Send a test photo: 23) Press the PLAY button to enter the Play mode and then press the MENU button. You will see the following screen.

  • Page 23: Understanding Main Screen Info

    25) The LCD screen will start to count up from step 1 to 10. Once you see Send Successful, you have successfully sent your first photo and your camera is ready to take photos. Understanding main screen info: Mega Pixels chosen Provider Name Cellular service...

  • Page 24: Customizing The Camera Settings

    Customizing the camera settings: Your camera is set to function with the default settings without any further customization. However, you will likely want to at very least set the clock and date. The following information will help you customize your camera settings so you can get the most out of the trail camera experience.

  • Page 25: Setting The Camera Mode

    Setting the camera mode: Press the ▼ button to highlight the Camera Mode option in yellow. Either Photo or Video will show up in a white box to the right. Press the ►button to toggle between Photo or Video until the option you want shows in the white box.

  • Page 26: Video Mode Settings: (Fig 21)

    PHOTO BURST: Your camera can take a 1, 2 or 3 shot burst every time the PIR is triggered to take a photo. The camera will only send the first photo of the photo burst to your phone or e-mail. Press the ▲...
  • Page 27 VIDEO SIZE: You can choose from VGA or QVGA video options. NOTE: The camera will NOT send videos to your phone or e-mail. It will only alert you that a video has been taken. Press the ► button to toggle between the VGA and QVGA options.

  • Page 28: Pir Tab

    PIR tab: Press the ◄ or ► buttons repeatedly until only the PIR tab is highlighted in yellow in the menu. Screen should appear like Figure 22. Figure 22 PIR TRIGGER ON/OFF: The camera is embedded with an automatically adjusting temperature setting.
  • Page 29 TRIGGER INTERVAL: Allows you to customize how often the camera can be allowed to take a photo. Press the ▲ or ▼ arrow to highlight the Trigger Interval option. Repeatedly press the ◄ or ► to adjust the timing. Options are 5-60 seconds (5 second increments) and 1-60 minutes.
  • Page 30 triggered by the PIR. If you already set the Sensitivity to OFF, then the camera will only take photos when the Time-Lapse option is on. If you have the PIR set to LOW, NORMAL, or HIGH, the camera will also take photos when the PIR is triggered.
  • Page 31 is OFF. Press the ► button to toggle the setting to ON and press OK. See Fig 23 & 24 below. Figure 23 Figure 24 Once you press OK you will see the screen in Fig. 24. Use the ▲ and ▼ buttons to set the time in hours (military time) and press the ►...

  • Page 32: Net Tab

    NET tab: Press the ▲ and ▼ buttons until just the PIR tab is highlighted and then use the ► to highlight the NET option. Most of the settings under the NET tab are controlled in the original camera set up. You will not be able to make changes to these settings from the camera.

  • Page 33: Controlling Your Camera Using Sms

    Press the ▼ button repeatedly until you highlight the SMS Switch option. Use the ► button to toggle between ON and OFF. Press the OK button to save the settings. Controlling your camera using SMS: You can control many of the basic functions of your camera from your cell phone by sending it codes via text message.
  • Page 34 switch is the first phone number can delete/add the subordinates of phone numbers 2, 3 and 4. You must have a phone number entered in the setup in order to send commands to the phone. If you only have an e-mail in the setup menu, you cannot use the SMS option.
  • Page 35 Table 1 ITEM SMS Command Order Add phone number #140#1#phone number# Delete phone number #140#0#phone number# Add email address #141#1#email address# Delete email address #141#0#email address# *Set Picture mode #310#p# *Set Video mode #310#v# *Acquire Picture #500# *Location #510# *Set Wireless on #200#on# *Set Wireless off #200#off#...
  • Page 36 You will text the camera phone number that you were given with the SIM card using the codes listed above for the specific function changes. ACQUIRE PICTURE: If you send #500# to acquire picture, the camera will capture a single picture immediately and send it to the email addresses and/or phone numbers listed in the NET settings.
  • Page 37 the code from Table 1 to shut it OFF and back ON. If set to OFF, you will not receive photos or Daily reports to your phone or e-mail and the camera will reject any command code except for #200#on#. Your camera will always still record all the events on the SD card.

  • Page 38: Sys Tab

    SYS tab: The SYS tab controls all the internal system information such as Setting the clock, Time stamp, Flash range, Password, Over Write, and Format. (Fig Figure 25 SETTING THE CLOCK: Scroll over to the SYS tab using the ◄ and ► buttons and then press the ▼ button to highlight the Set Clock option.
  • Page 39 Press the ▲ and ▼ button to set the MONTH, the press the ► button to navigate to the DATE and use the ▼ and ▲ buttons to set the date. Press the ► button to navigate to the year and set that using the ▲...
  • Page 40 12m/40’ option. Press the ▼ button to highlight the Flash Range option. Use the ► button to navigate between the two different settings. Press OK to save the settings. PASSWORD: Press the ▼ button to highlight the Password option. You can password protect your camera with this setting.
  • Page 41 Use the ▲ and ▼ and ► buttons to set the password. Press OK to save the settings. *If you forget your password, please contact Covert Scouting Cameras at support@dlccovert.com or call 877-462-1799 for RA #. We require warranty registration to verify your camera. This must be completed within 10 days after your purchase.
  • Page 42 FORMAT: If you get into the field and forgot to clear your SD card before you went out, you can clear the contents of the card using the Format option. If you have a new SD card, you should always format the card before you use it in the camera.

  • Page 43: Viewing Photos On The Color Display

    Viewing photos on the color display: You can view your photos on the color display when in the field. If you want to do this, make sure the Selector switch is set to SETUP. Press the Play button. You can use the ◄ and ► buttons to toggle through the photos.
  • Page 44 Covert offers an auxiliary cable to extend your battery life with an external 6 or 12 volt battery. In order to use 12 volt, you must use the Covert auxiliary battery cable. We also sell a 2014 Covert Solar Panel to directly hook up to your camera for...

  • Page 45: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting: COMMON ERROR MESSAGES: “LOG IN FAIL” “SEND FAIL” “NETWORK BUSY” Reasons for error: Login Fail: 1. The service in your area in insufficient to run the camera. 2. There is an error when setting up the SIM card with your provider. Be sure to check that the card is not “locked.”...
  • Page 46 1) Contact your GSM(WCDMA) provider and make sure your SIM card is UNLOCKED . 2) If it’s a cellular service issue you may need to purchase a booster antenna from Covert Scouting Cameras to help boost the signal. These can be very effective in boosting the...
  • Page 47 3) If you are still having problems, contact customer service at 877-462-1799 or e-mail them at support@dlccovert.com If you e-mail or have to leave a message, we will get back to you as quickly as we can. 5) An error code like the one below means that you entered spaces and/or dashes in one of you phone numbers.

  • Page 48: Tricks And Tips On Field Setup

    1) This only happens if you don’t have a SD card in the card slot or if the SD card is corrupt. 2) Batteries are too low Suggestions to remedy 1) Install a new SD card 2) Replace the batteries. Tricks and tips on field setup: ...
  • Page 49 AA batteries and “Ni-MH” when using rechargeable Ni-MH rechargeable batteries.  Included in this manual is an extra “O” ring/seal for your Covert Code Black. You don’t need to do anything with this seal; it is an extra one just-in-case. ...

  • Page 50: Covert Scouting Cameras Warranty

    Contact Covert Scouting Cameras Customer service toll free at 877-462-1799 or e-mail us at support@dlccovert.com. Proof of purchase will be required for replacement. Covert also offers a second year warranty. Please visit our website at www.covertscoutingcameras.com for more information.
  • Page 51 2. If you are asked to return your camera to Covert Scouting Cameras, you will be responsible for the cost of shipping to Covert Scouting Cameras. In return, Covert will provide fast and exceptional service as well as incur the cost of shipping back to you.

  • Page 52: Covert International Warranty Policy And Procedure

    1. Outside the US, service is the available through the distributor/reseller of purchase. 2. All returns must have an RA# provided by Covert. Copy of Proof of Purchase is required for all returns. 3. Covert is not responsible for lost or damaged...
  • Page 53 4. Insurance for returns is at the discretion of the customer. Additional charges apply for return shipping. In the maintenance of the product, Covert Scouting Cameras may use new or equivalent, to new parts, assemblies or products for equal or improved quality.
  • Page 54 To repair damage, malfunction, or degradation of performance caused by the use of non-Covert supplies or consumables or the use of Covert supplies not specified for use with this product. d. To repair an item that has been modified or...
  • Page 55 To install replacement items that are not considered customer replaceable. k. To support software not supplied by Covert To provide software or firmware updates or upgrades. Any service identified in the above list and provided by Covert at the Customer’s request shall be...
  • Page 56 ITEMS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. COVERT AND ITS VENDORS DISCLAIM ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR ANY SIMILAR STANDARD IMPOSED BY APPLICABLE LEGISLATION. COVERTS REPONSIBILITY TO REPAIR, REPLACE, FOR DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS...
  • Page 57 COVERT AND ITS VENDORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOSS OF PROFITS) WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY AND IRRESPECTIVE OF WHETHER COVERT OR THE VENDOR HAS ADVANCE NOTICE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH...

  • Page 58: Code Black Set Up On A Mac

    Code Black Set Up on a MAC: 1. With the activated SIM card and SD card in the camera, turn the camera to setup. Press menu then scroll over to the "SYS" tab and go down until you see format, click on it and choose "yes"...
  • Page 59 4. The user needs to click on "Select an Installer" to open that dropdown menu. Within that menu—you're given two options ("Choose Installer File" or "Choose Installer Folder") 5. You will want to select/click the "Choose Installer File" option. 6. A new dialogue box will then pop up, allowing you to locate the SD card within the Finder window, select/click to enter the SD card, and can then select the NET Setup file.
  • Page 60 take the "test photo" and send it to their phone and/or email. If you get a "network busy" message, this usually means two things. 1. When saving the setup, the path was not saved to your SD card. 2. Your SIM card was not setup with the correct plan from your GSM Provider.

  • Page 61: Technical Specifications

    Appendix One: Technical Specifications Picture Resolution 12MP, 8MP (Interpolated)， Real 5MP, 3MP Lens F/NO=3.0 FOV (Field of View)=52° IR-Flash 6m, 12m Display Screen 2.0” LCD Memory Card Up to 32GB Video Resolution VGA； HD: 1080P, 720P, WVGA（HD version ONLY） PIR Sensor Multi Zone PIR Sensitivity Adjustable (High/Normal/Low) Trigger Time 1.2s;...
  • Page 62 Time lapse 5-55 second (in 5 second increments)； 1-59 minutes (in 1 minute increments)； 1-8 hours (in 1 hour increments)； Photo Burst 1–3 Video Length 1–60s Power Supply 4 AA, 8 AA or 12AA × × Stand-by Current < 0.25 (<6mAh/Day) Power Consumption 600 videos (interval=5min, video...

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