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Stealth Cam STC-WD3MT-RT User Manual

Stealth Cam STC-WD3MT-RT User Manual

Stealth cam stc-wd3mt-rt scouting cameras: user guide
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STC-WD3MT-RT
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Version 1.0
Jan/06

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  • Page 1 Stealth Cam STC-WD3MT-RT User’s Manual Toll Free Customer Support 1-877-269-8490 www.stealthcam.net Version 1.0 Jan/06...

  • Page 2: Warranty

    Stealth Cam Limited Warranty Your Stealth Cam is covered by a One Year Limited Warranty on parts & labor from the date of purchase. The warranty covers defects in workmanship & materials. The warranty does not apply to units, which have been damaged or abused intentionally or unintentionally.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Manual Contents Warranty Camera overview Camera kit contents Battery and memory Installation Set up and programming Using the camera Viewing & Deleting images Using Solar Panel CF Memory Card Compatibility Chart Technical Specs General Information Moon phase symbol chart www.stealthcam.net Toll Free 877-269-8490...

  • Page 4: Camera Overview

    STC-WD3MT-RT Camera overview Front housing image with major parts indication. For use with Stealth Cam cable or 12V Battery Box. (sold separately) www.stealthcam.net Toll Free 877-269-8490...
  • Page 5 STC-WD3MT-RT Open view image with major parts indication www.stealthcam.net Toll Free 877-269-8490...
  • Page 6 STC-WD3MT-RT Side view with major parts indication For use with Stealth Cam exclusive Monitor / TV sold separately www.stealthcam.net Toll Free 877-269-8490...
  • Page 7 Picture / Image Capacity High CF card 3.0M 2.0M 16MB 32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1280 1664 2560 3328 NOTE: Picture / Image Capacity Chart provides approximate number of images or AVI movies based on resolution setting and the size of memory card. These figures may vary depending on the amount of detail in the image.

  • Page 8: Camera Kit Contents

    Camera kit contents • Model STC-WD3MT-RT Digital Scouting Camera • CDROM (Contains Ulead Photo Express 8 and camera driver) • User Manual • 1.5M USB cable • 1.5M TV out cable for TV (RCA Jack) • 1.5M TV out cable for handheld TV (Mini Jack) •...

  • Page 9: Battery And Memory Installation

    Doing so will damage the camera and will void the warranty. The Stealth Cam STC-WD3MT-RT Advanced Digital Scouting Camera is designed to operate using two different types of battery power options.
  • Page 10 (sold separately). Battery cable and complete 12V Lead Acid battery kits are available wherever Stealth Cam scouting cameras are sold or call toll free 877-269-8490. Only Stealth Cam external battery accessories are recommended. •...
  • Page 11 Memory Options Your STC-WD3MT-RT camera is equipped with 32MB built in flash memory. The camera is also equipped with an expendable media card slot capable accepting up to 2GB Compact Flash card (sold separately.) With no memory card inserted into the slot, the camera will use the built in 32MB memory.
  • Page 12 Compact flash cards must be clean (no images from other sources), if you are using the CF card from other cameras, please make sure to format the CF card prior use in the STC-WD3MT-RT. New cards are good to use straight from the package. www.stealthcam.net...

  • Page 13: Set Up And Programming

    Set up and Programming. When the camera is first turned on the internal LCD screen displays the camera status. The following information is present on this screen. If no buttons are pressed after 30 seconds the LCD screen will power down to conserve battery life. To re-power the screen press and hold the UP or DOWN button for at least 5 seconds.
  • Page 14 Flash Off: Turn off flash light • Capture mode: The capture mode that you have selected. 1P: Single image capturing per PIR triggering. 2P: Two images continuous capturing per PIR triggering. 3P: Three images continuous capturing per PIR triggering. Video: Taking 10 seconds video per PIR triggering. Manual: Manual capturing by press manual shutter to operate only.
  • Page 15 • Batteries Status: It shows the battery status. o Full: It shows the batteries are full. o Half: It shows the batteries are half. o Low: It shows the batteries are low and front battery indicator will be on also. When the camera has detected low batteries, (Batteries are lower then 6.6 +/-0.2Volts) the camera unit will power off within 30 seconds automatically.
  • Page 16 System / Date & Time settings are all performed in this menu. Set the Capturing sequence. The Stealth Cam STC-WD3MT-RT can be programmed to shoot 1- 3 pictures per triggering or 10 seconds of video. The user also has the option to select manual mode to operate camera as a handheld point and shoot camera.
  • Page 17 • Power on the unit, press the [MENU] button to bring up the menu on the LCD screen. • Press [UP] or [DN] to highlight CAPTURE • Then press the [OK] button to enter capture setting. • Press the [UP] or [DN] button to select the desired capture setting (number of pictures per triggering) and press the [OK] to save.
  • Page 18 PIR capturing. Set TV System: NTSC is the correct setting for all of North America. Your Stealth Cam STC-WD3MT-RT comes pre- programmed for NTSC. • Press the [UP] or [DN] button to highlight TV OUT.
  • Page 19 • Press the [UP] or [DN] to set the TV output in NTSC or PAL system. • Press [OK] again to save the setting. This will return you to the SETTING SCREEN menu. • Use the UP and DOWN buttons to select additional program settings or press [MENU] again to exit the SETTING SCREEN.
  • Page 20 • Press the [OK] to save the time and this will return you to the TIME & DATE setting menu. • Press [UP] or [DN] to select DATE and press the [OK] • Using the UP or DN buttons select the appropriate month then press OK.
  • Page 21 Flash Strobe Control: The camera is pre-program with Auto Flash setting. • Switch the camera to ON position. • To turn off the flash strobe, press the UP button once within 30 seconds. A icon will appear on the top of the screen. •...

  • Page 22: Using The Camera

    STC-WD3MT-RT Using the camera Once all program setting has been completed, your Stealth Cam is ready for field use. Getting started Mounting the Camera. It is recommended to mount the camera 5-6 ft off the ground with the camera pointed at a slight downward angle.
  • Page 23 STC-WD3MT-RT PIR Coverage Area Diagram www.stealthcam.net Toll Free 877-269-8490...
  • Page 24 Mounting the camera with the supplied Tree Screw • Hand twist the screw into the tree or post at the desired position. • Attached the camera to the screw by turning the camera onto the mounting screw to the desired position. •...
  • Page 25 Wrap the strap around the mounting surface. Secure the strap and tighten the buckle in order to secure the camera. Stealth Cam offers a Security Lock Bracket for uses exclusively with this camera. See included accessory card or call toll free 877-269-8490.
  • Page 26 Select the desired coverage distance. (see PIR Coverage Diagram on page 22 for reference.) Testing the camera coverage area One of STC-WD3MT-RT Cam’s many features is the ability to test the coverage area. • After mounting the camera, open front housing and slide the power to ON.
  • Page 27 • Walk around in the front of the camera to see if you have mounted camera in the proper position. A green indicator light on the front will blink on when you have intruded the coverage area. • Adjust the camera position as needed and repeat testing until the desired coverage area is achieved.
  • Page 28 Using the camera in PIR detection mode • Mount the camera to tree or other sturdy object using either two supplied tree screw or mounting strap (Please refer to the mounting suggestions section in this manual) • Open the front housing and move the switch to the ON position. At this point you have 30 seconds to make any program adjustments.
  • Page 29 When the camera is set to AVI capturing, the 10 seconds clips will only turn out well in good daytime lighting conditions. If the lighting conditions are not enough, unit will switch the AVI to single image capturing automatically. When using the AVI function, the camera cannot use the flash.
  • Page 30 STC-WD3MT-RT • When taking nighttime pictures allow approximately 6 seconds between shots to allow the flash to charge. In case of low battery power, it will take longer to charge the flash between pictures. www.stealthcam.net Toll Free 877-269-8490...
  • Page 31 STC-WD3MT-RT Viewing and deleting the images. The STC-WD3MT-RT cam offers the user four different options for viewing the images. The external LCD display screen on the front housing will show the number of images in memory To wake the camera from PIR detection mode press and hold either the UP or DN button for about 5 seconds.
  • Page 32 Viewing the image on the built in TFT LCD screen • Slide the camera power switch to ON. • Press the OK button. • A thumbnail view of the images in memory will be displayed. • Using the UP and DN buttons select the image you wish to view.
  • Page 33 • A thumbnail view of the images in memory will be displayed on the TV screen. • Using the UP and DN buttons select the image you wish to view this will bring up the whole image on the screen. Then using the UP and DN buttons you may navigate though all the images in memory.
  • Page 34 OK button. Viewing images by computer download The Stealth Cam STC-WD3MT-RT advanced Digital Scouting Camera is a plug and play USB storage device. This means users of Windows 2000 / ME / and XP operating system need not install the camera driver.
  • Page 35 Attention: The software CD-ROM packaged with the camera is designed for PC’s only (not MAC compatible). Playing this CD-ROM on a stereo or CD player may cause damage to it. Software installation • Unplug the USB cable from PC. • Insert the CDROM in CD driver of your PC.
  • Page 36 • NOTE: Users of Windows 98 or earlier must install camera driver prior to connecting the USB cable. • If your computer doesn’t run automatically, please click “Start” button and choose “Run”, and then browse the CD drive and click “Setup”. •...
  • Page 37 Viewing the images on your computer using the provided software Please refer to Installation section on above to install the software and application program properly. • Slide the power switch to OFF location. • To view the images simply plug one end of the USB cable into an available USB port on your computer.
  • Page 38 Deleting images At any time while viewing images on the built in LCD, Handheld TV or Home TV you may delete images one at a time or all at once. • While viewing images either in thumbnail view or full screen press MENU to enter the DELETE &...
  • Page 39 Using the external solar power This Stealth Cam is designed to be used with an optional Stealth Cam solar panel accessory kit. (Sold separately) • Make sure the camera is turned to OFF. • Open the battery cover, • Insert 6 C size rechargeable batteries into battery compartment and close the battery door.
  • Page 40 STC-WD3MT-RT Also make sure to install the rechargeable batteries in correct polarity (+/-). Incorrect voltage or polarity (+/-) will damage the camera. • For first time use, please leave the solar panel with camera power switch turned in OFF position for full daylight charging at least 20 hours.

  • Page 41: Cf Memory Card Compatibility Chart

    CF Memory Card Compatibility Chart The following cards have been tested and approved for use in the Stealth Cam STC-WD3MT-RT model. 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB San Disk 16MB, 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512512MB, 1GB, 2GB Panasonic 64MB, 128MB, 256MB, 512MB, 1GB...

  • Page 42: Technical Specs

    Technical Specifications System Requirements and Compatibility • Windows 98/98se/2000/Me/XP. • P 450MHz or equivalent processor. • 128MB SDRAM or above. • VGA Video Card with 32MB RAM for minimum, Color 16 bit or higher. • An available CDROM driver and an available USB Port. •...
  • Page 43 Camera Features and Specification. • Image sensor: 3.0 mega-pixels RGB color. • Built in 1.8” Color TFT display with backlight. • Built in 32M flash memories for image storage. • External memory support: CF memory card up to 2.0G. • Resolution Options: VGA, 1.3M, 2.0M, 3.0M •...
  • Page 44 • TV out support for NTSC and PAL system. • Focusing: 1.5m min to Infinity. • High precision 6 P glass lens with IR coating. • Effective viewing Angle: 52 deg. • PIR detection angle 48 deg. • Adjustable PIR detection range up to 9 meter. •...

  • Page 45: General Information

    • Remove dirt or stains with a soft cloth dampened with water or neutral detergent. Keep the STC-WD3MT-RT cam in a dry and cool dust-free environment or container when it is NOT used. • Take the batteries out, when the STC-WD3MT-RT cam is NOT to be used over a long period.
  • Page 46 • Do not mix new and old batteries. • Do not open the camera for unauthorized service. This could cause serious damage to the unit and will void the warranty. This camera is a precision electronic device. Do not attempt to service this camera yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks.

  • Page 47: Moon Phase Symbol Chart

    STC-WD3MT-RT Moon Phase Symbol Chart www.stealthcam.net Toll Free 877-269-8490...

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