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THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING A SPYPOINT PRODUCT The CELL-LINK allows you to connect all your trail cameras (all brands, cellular This User Manual will introduce you to the features of your new CELL-LINK and and non-cellular, with a standard SD card reader) to SPYPOINT’s servers.
Components SPYPOINT CELL-LINK Cable with SD adapter (#CL-CBL) Battery compartment Antenna Slot for mounting strap AA battery holder Port for cable with SD adapter Cable lock hole STATUS light 12 V jack SIGNAL lights (5) ON/OFF switch Locking latch SIM card slot...
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SPYPOINT CELL-LINK CABLE WITH SD ADAPTER (#CL-CBL) AA BATTERY HOLDER Links the CELL-LINK to your camera to allow file transfer from one to Removable device in which the 8 AA batteries are inserted the other. (not included with the device).
Transmission of your photos to your SPYPOINT application by cellular network. VIEWING Photo transmission Visit www.spypoint.com/plans to choose On the SPYPOINT app or on the website www.spypoint.com/en/manage a plan that suits you. POWER SOURCES PHOTO RECORDING Alkaline or lithium AA batteries 8 x AA (not included) Refer to the camera.
NOTE other cable end to the 12 V battery. We recommend using the SPYPOINT #LIT-10 rechargeable lithium battery pack, MANAGING VARIOUS DEVICE POWER SUPPLY sold separately. It provides a long charge time, more than double that of AA batteries.
A memory card is necessary to save the photos and videos that the camera transmits to the CELL-LINK. When your camera is connected to the CELL-LINK, the photos and videos taken by the camera will be saved The CELL-LINK is equipped with continuous file in their original format (defined by your camera) on the microSD card of the CELL-LINK.
When buying the CELL-LINK, the antenna comes in the box and is detached from the device. To attach it, follow the next steps: You have to activate your CELL-LINK before you can use it. To do so, you will need the activation code.
“REGISTER”, fill out the required fields, then log in. 2. Select the + sign on the far right of the page; in the list, select “CELL-LINK” then follow the steps. 3. When complete, a confirmation email with instructions on how to finalize the creation of your account will be sent to you.
Therefore, we recommend that you choose a low-resolution operating mode for your camera. The CELL-LINK is designed to add cellular functionality to a camera (all brands). Cellular transfer functionality of videos is not supported by the CELL-LINK. Therefore, it can’t be used on its own. It must be connected to a camera with...
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X LED are fixed = indicates the cellular signal. This can take a few minutes. strength of the signal. Good to + (1-3) excellent signal Weak signal Insufficient signal The process lasts 30 s, after which the CELL-LINK is operational.
INSTALLING AND CONNECTING THE CELL-LINK 5. Run the cable behind the camera and upwards To connect the SPYPOINT CELL-LINK to your trail camera from any brand, so that the end of the cable sticks out of the follow these steps.
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Run a test to make sure everything works properly. • Make a movement in front of your camera so that it takes a photo. • The STATUS LED should turn green, indicating that the CELL-LINK is communicating with the cellular network.
SPYPOINT CELL-LINK CONFIGURATION Use the SPYPOINT app to configure your device. Allows you to choose the time when the device makes its first transfer of the day. FIRST TRANSFER TIME Note: the device transfers are configured by default with 4-hour intervals, determined from the time you All possible combinations activated your device.
VERIFYING DEVICE STATUS Different tools are available to help you check the status of your Here are the different indicators of the CELL-LINK status you have access to. CELL-LINK and to inform you of any problems that may occur They are accessible on your app or on the SPYPOINT website.
To make sure you use your trail device in an optimal way, that it precisely • View and sort your photos. meets your needs, and that you have better success as a hunter, SPYPOINT For more information, visit offers you a range of very useful additional digital features.
Transferring Files to a Computer SPYPOINT CELL-LINK TRANSFERRING FILES TO A COMPUTER ON A MAC • Turn the device OFF. Click on the search tool in the “Toolbar”. Locate your device under the “Devices” tab and click to access it. Then click on “DCIM” and “100DSCIM”...
CELL-LINK 12 V BATTERY, CHARGER & HOUSING KIT LONG RANGE CELLULAR ANTENNA Compatible with all SPYPOINT devices with a Boosts the cellular signal. 15 feet (4.57 meters) 12 V socket. Case, AC charger, 12 ft (3.6 meters) cable. No external power source necessary.
Issue with taking photos 6. Check if there is a message in your app, in the Photos section. You will receive a notification if your CELL-LINK is active, but has not received photos from the camera. Under these conditions, it is normal that your applica- tion does not contain new photos.
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Troubleshooting SPYPOINT CELL-LINK ISSUES POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS 1. Verify the coverage area of the cellular network to make sure it reaches your area. 2. Move your device to other locations to search for a stronger signal. THE DEVICE IS NOT RECEIVING A CELLULAR SIGNAL 3.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPAIR SERVICES and it should be sent to: CANADA UNITED STATES SPYPOINT will repair the product, free of charge, or replace it at its discretion SPYPOINT DISTRIBUTION CENTER by an equivalent product, if it has a manufacturing defect covered by the warranty described above.
Regulation SPYPOINT CELL-LINK FCC REGULATION DISPOSAL Article 15 of the FCC regulation ONLY USE ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class If, one day, your device has been used so intensively that it has to be replaced,...
Frequency SPYPOINT CELL-LINK FREQUENCY FREQUENCY RANGE: 800/850/900/1900/2100 MHz MAXIMUM TRANSMISSION POWER: FREQUENCY MAX. GSM850 33 DBM ± 2 DB EGSM900 33 DBM ± 2 DB DCS1800 30 DBM ± 2 DB PCS1900 30 DBM ± 2 DB GSM850 (8-PSK) 27 DBM ± 3 DB EGSM900 (8-PSK) 27 DBM ±...
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