ScoutGuard SG968K-10M User Manual

ScoutGuard SG968K-10M User Manual

Infrared digital scouting camera

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SG968K-10M

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Summary of Contents for ScoutGuard SG968K-10M

  • Page 1 Infrared Digital Scouting Camera User’s Manual SG968K-10M...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Content 1 Instruction ..............1 1.1 General Description ............ 1 1.2 Application ..............1 1.3 Camera Interface ............1 1.4 Saving Images or Videos ........... 4 2 Cautions ................5 3 Easy Operations ............. 6 3.1 Loading batteries ............6 3.2 Insert the SD card ............. 6 3.3 Powering on and Entering into the ON Mode.
  • Page 3: Instruction

    The SG968K-10M has a highly sensitive Passive Infra-Red (PIR) motion sensor. The sensor will detect movements in a long range and trigger the SG968K-10M to take high quality pictures (up to 10 megapixels) and/or video clips as setting. SG968K-10M also has a time lapse function. It allows the user to set the camera to take images or video at any specified time intervals at his/her desire.
  • Page 4: Camera Overview

    SG968K-10M 1 Instruction automatically in digital format. 1.3 Camera Overview 1.3.1 Diagram of camera functional indicators The camera has the following interfaces: a 2.0’’ TFT LCD display screen, operation panel, USB connector, SD card slot, TV output and external DC power connector. Fig.1 shows the front view of the camera and its function parts.
  • Page 5 SG968K-10M 1 Instruction Figure 2: Inner panel view Figure 3: Bottom view 1.3.2 Key Notes “MENU”: to enter the program menu in preview mode. “▲”“▼”“◄”“►”: for parameter settings as described in the user’s manual. “OK”: to save parameter settings and play videos.
  • Page 6: Shooting Information Display

    SG968K-10M 1 Instruction “ ”: to capture a photo or record a video manually. 1.3.3 Shooting Information Display Fig. 4 shows a sample of the LCD Display of the Programming Menu. Fig. 4: LCD Display 1.4 Saving Images or Videos The camera uses a standard SD (Secure Digital) memory card to save images (in .jpg format) and videos (in .avi format).
  • Page 7: Cautions

    SG968K-10M 2 Cautions 2 Cautions  The working voltage of the camera is 6V. The camera is supplied by four AA batteries.  Please install batteries according to shown polarity.  Must insert the SD card before power on camera. The...
  • Page 8: Easy Operations

    SG968K-10M 3 Quick Introductions 3 Easy Operations 3.1 Loading batteries Use 8 or 4 AA batteries or 6V external battery for power supply (Fig. 5). Fig. 5: Battery Configurations of 8 or 4 batteries Please use high-capacity and high-performance alkaline batteries (recommended), rechargeable Lithium batteries or rechargeable NiMH batteries.
  • Page 9: Powering On And Entering Into The On Mode

    SG968K-10M 3 Quick Introductions 3.3 Powering on and Entering into the ON Mode The camera has three basic operation modes: OFF mode: to turn off the camera. 2. SETUP mode: to set up camera or to playback the photos or video clips.
  • Page 10: Advanced Operations

    SG968K-10M 4 Advanced Operations 4 Advanced Operations After you are familiar with the basic operations of the camera, you are now ready for advanced operations,and the options and parameters of the camera are explained in more detail. 4.1 Enter into the SETUP mode...
  • Page 11: Triggering Modes

    SG968K-10M 4 Advanced Operations 4.2 Triggering modes There are 3 triggering modes of the camera: PIR trigger, Time lapse (i.e. Timer trigger) and both PIR trigger & Time lapse. 4.2.1 PIR trigger PIR trigger is the default setting. The camera works only when motions are detected.
  • Page 12: Setting Items

    SG968K-10M 4 Advanced Operations Fig. 6: LCD Display of Settings Menu 4.3.1 Setting Items Setting Items Description Camera Mode There are three camera modes: Photo,Video or Pic+Video. You can enter the Setup interface to set the camera mode or use shortcut key to switch the camera mode.
  • Page 13 SG968K-10M 4 Advanced Operations Photo Size 5MP (megapixels) or 10MP (megapixels). Photo Burst It means the shooting number of each triggering in Camera mode. You can choose from 1 to 6 Photos. Video Size There are two video size: 720P HD (1280×720)...
  • Page 14 SG968K-10M 4 Advanced Operations camera is more easily triggered by motion, taking more pictures or recording more videos. It is recommended to use high sensitivity degree in a room or environment with little interference, and lower sensitivity outdoor environment with lots of interference like hot wind, smoke, near window etc.
  • Page 15: Default Set

    SG968K-10M 4 Advanced Operations distinguish which photo is taken by which camera. Format SD If you choose “Format SD”, the system will delete all images or videos stored in the SD card. So make sure that you have made a backup of important data.
  • Page 16: Firmware Upgrade

    SG968K-10M 4 Advanced Operations 4.4 Firmware upgrade This camera provides an upgrading function for the users. Upgrading is needed only when an improved firmware is available. Page 14...
  • Page 17: Mounting The Camera

    SG968K-10M 5 Mounting the camera 5 Mounting the Camera When using the camera in outdoor environment, such as scouting or monitoring the living habits of wild animals, you need to mount the device on a certain place properly. It is recommended to mount the camera on a tree with diameter about 5.9 inches (15cm).
  • Page 18: Trouble Shooting

    SG968K-10M 6 Trouble shooting Trouble shooting There is something in front of the camera lens. Is the camera broken? Fig. 8: Floating IR-Cut Lens A: The camera is not broken. It’s an IR-Cut filter. When the camera is powered on, the IR-Cut will be reset and cover the lens.
  • Page 19: Appendix I: Pir Detection Zone

    SG968K-10M Appendix I: PIR Detection Zone Appendix I: PIR Detection Zone Fig. 9 shows the detection ranges at different detection angles. When the detection angle is 35°, the detection range is 50ft (15m). When the detection angle is 52°, the detection range is 30ft (9m).
  • Page 20 SG968K-10M Appendix I: PIR Detection Zone Fig. 10: Detection angle vs. FOV angle This camera has a new, patented design of PIR. The new patented PIR’s detection range can reach to 82ft or 25m (in good environments). Fig. 11 shows the comparison of the detection zones between normal PIR and the new patented PIR.
  • Page 21: Appendixⅱ: Technical Specifications

    SG968K-10M AppendixⅡ: Technical Specifications AppendixⅡ: Technical Specifications 5MP Color CMOS;10MP Image Sensor interpolation; F/NO=3.1mm Lens FOV (Field of View)=52° PIR Detection Range Up to 82ft/25m Display Screen 2.0” TFT Memory Card From 8 MB to 32 GB 10MP = 3648× 2736 Picture Resolution 5MP =2560×1920...
  • Page 22: Appendixⅲ: Parts List

    SG968K-10M AppendixⅢ : Parts List AppendixⅢ: Parts List Part Name Quantity Digital Camera USB Cable Belt User’s Manual (Version 1.3) Page 20...

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