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TINY USER MANUAL WIRELESS TRAIL CAMERA Models: TINY-W3 TINY-WBF TINY-PLUS TINY-7 v1.9 support.spypoint.com 1-888-779-7646 tech@spypoint.com ...
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THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING A SPYPOINT PRODUCT. ABOUT US This manual will guide you through all the features of your device GG Telecom’s mission is to offer products that are easy so that you will get optimal use out of your SPYPOINT product. to use, innovative, affordable and of exceptional quality.
We recommend the use of new batteries to ensure a maximum performance of the camera. Rechargeable AA batteries are not devices accept SD/S recommended. 32 GB (not included * TINY-WBF ** TINY-W3 Models: Test light In the minute follow Battery switch position (depending on the power source) Quick start guide...
TINY Components • Camera 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Photos lens Cable lock hole Power button Microphone Battery switch Tripod mount BUSY LED Antenna (TINY-PLUS, TINY-W , TINY-W Access to the time battery Slot for installation strap Navigation buttons Invisible LEDs SD card slot...
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TINY Components • Camera Photo lens Image sensor and infrared filter. Access to the time Battery that keeps the time and date in battery memory. Antenna Allows wireless communication between the (TINY-PLUS, TINY-W camera and a BLACKBOX (receiver/control- SD card slot An SD card is required to record photos/ TINY-W ler).
TINY Components • Receiver (BLACKBOX) Antenna Allows wireless communication between the BLACKBOX and the camera. 12V power jack The receiver can be powered from an exter- nal 12-volt DC input such as a 12V battery or a 12V adapter, each sold separately . Slot for installation Allows the user to install the receiver strap...
TINY Components • Controller (BLACKBOX-D) BUSY LED Lights up when the controller is record. Antenna Allows wireless communication between the BLACKBOX-D and the camera(s). Viewing screen Allows the user to access the main menu, see battery level and view photos. Screen with zoom and pan functions.
TINY Power • Camera The battery level is shown in the REPORT mode (4/4 = full, 1/4= low) and SOLAR PANEL in the bottom right corner of the screen when the camera is in TEST mode. This camera also offers the possibility to connect a solar panel (SP-12V When the battery level shows 2/4 or when a single line remains (see figure sold separately) to maintain the charge of the lithium battery pack (sold below), the camera will continue to take photos but we strongly recommend...
TINY Power • Receiver (BLACKBOX) It is possible to know the battery level of the receiver when it is turned on. The TEST LIGHT stays on for 8 seconds when the batteries are full. When the TEST LIGHT flashes for 8 seconds, the batteries are low and need to be replaced.
TINY Power • Controller (BLACKBOX-D) EXTERNAL (12V) The battery level is shown in the top right corner of the screen. When a single line remains, the controller will continue to receive photos but we The controller can also be powered by an external 12-volt DC input such as strongly recommend to change the AA batteries or charge the lithium bat- a 12-volt battery (KIT-12V, BATT-12V or KIT6V/12V) or a 12-volt adapter tery pack before they are empty.
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TINY Power • Controller (BLACKBOX-D) TIME BATTERY Located inside the battery case, the CR2032 lithium button battery saves the time and date. To replace the battery: 1. Turn off the controller 2. Loose the screw located behind the controller to remove the cover of the battery case.
TINY Memory card • Receiver (BLACKBOX) MEMORY CARD A memory card is required to operate the BLACKBOX receiver. The receiver is compatible with SD/SDHC memory cards, up to 32 GB capacity (sold separately). When the memory card of the receiver is full, the transmission and recor- ding of photos continue by clearing the first recorded photos on the memory card.
TINY Memory card/ «BUSY» LED/ Antenna • Camera MEMORY CARD INSERTING THE MEMORY CARD Insert an SD/SDHC memory card (up to 32 GB A memory card is required to record photos and videos. The camera is capacity) in the card slot, gold contacts facing up. compatible with SD/SDHC memory cards, up to 32 GB capacity.
TINY Settings • Camera Use the and buttons to navigate in the interface and modify the selection, SETTINGS the OK button to select and the button to return to the previous menu. Allows the user to change the different settings. To set the system in English, hold the button ...
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TINY Settings • Camera 1. Turn OFF the camera. Wireless: (TINY-PLUS, TINY-W , TINY-W 2. Press and hold the button and turn ON the camera. (On/Off) 3. "10sec enabled" appears on the screen meaning the minimum delay is Enables or disables the wireless transmission of photos to the BLACKBOX now 10 seconds.
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TINY Settings • Camera Quality: Sensitivity: (Low/Medium/High) (Low/Medium/High) Allows the user to choose the detection sensitivity of the camera. A higher Allows the user to set the photo resolution. The low resolution allows the sensitivity allows the user to take more photos. user to save space on the card and the high resolution allows the user to get a better photo quality.
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TINY Settings • Camera Side sensors: Time lapse: (On/Off) (Off/30s/1m/3m/5m/15m/30m/1h) When the side sensors are activated, a total of 7 zones are covered. The Allows the camera to take photos at regular preset intervals. For example, central sensor covers 5 zones. The side detectors are mainly used to pre- if the option "5m"...
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TINY Settings • Camera Press OK to view the different options available. REPORT The report mode keeps a record of the last period of use of the camera Play: Allows the user to play or pause the video on the screen. and indicates the battery level (4/4=full).
TINY Memory card/ SIM card/ «BUSY» LED • Controller (BLACKBOX-D) «BUSY» DEL MEMORY CARD The «BUSY» light, located above the screen, lights up when the controller A memory card is required to operate the controller. The controller is records a file. compatible with SD/SDHC memory cards, up to 32 GB capacity (sold separate).
TINY Setup • Receiver (BLACKBOX) INSTALLATION WITH THE SUPPLIED STRAP By default, the TINY-W camera is synchronized with its receiver on channel 1 and the icon SYNC is green. (see SIGNAL mode in menu) Channel 1 Sync To change the synchronization channel or to add other sets (TINY-W camera/BLACKBOX receiver) in the same area, refer to the MANUALLY SYN- CHRONIZING ONE OR MULTIPLE SETS IN THE SAME PERIMETER section.
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TINY Setup • Receiver (BLACKBOX) MANUALLY SYNCHRONIZING ONE OR MULTIPLE SETS (TINY-W CAMERA/BLACKBOX RECEIVER) IN THE SAME PERIMETER To change the synchronization channel or to install one or many sets (TINY-W /BLACKBOX receiver) in the same area of transmission, it is necessary to manually synchronize each camera with its receiver on a different channel.
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TINY Setup • Controller (BLACKBOX-D) BLACKBOX-D AND CAMERA INSTALLATION MAIN MENU The strength of the wireless signal varies depending on the orientation of Use the and buttons to navigate in the interface and to modify the the controller. We strongly recommend installing the controller on the same selection.
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TINY Setup • Controller (BLACKBOX-D) REMOTE VIEW Allows the user to see the camera status, to start/stop the camera, to Allows the user to view or delete the recorded photos on the controller verify the quality of the wireless signal and to have an overview of the field screen or on a television.
TINY Setup • Controller (BLACKBOX-D) • Watching on TV: Notes: Allows the user to view or delete the photos directly on a TV. • It’s possible to synchronize up to 10 cameras to a single controller. 1. Turn on the controller. •...
TINY Sound recording/ External triggering • Camera SOUND RECORDING EXTERNAL TRIGGERING The SPYPOINT camera offers the possibility to record sound in VIDEO 1/8" input which triggers the taking of photos or videos using a normally mode. When the VIDEO mode is selected, the camera automatically re- open contact.
TINY File transfer to a computer • Camera To transfer photos/videos to a computer: 1. Turn OFF the camera. 2. Connect the USB cable (supplied) from the camera to a computer 3. The computer will detect the camera and install the driver automatically. 4.
File transfer to a computer • TINY Receiver / Controller (BLACKBOX) (BLACKBOX-D) To transfer photos to a computer, remove the memory card (sold separa- tely) out of the receiver or the controller and insert it into the computer slot. 1. Click on "My Computer" and select "Removable Disk". MEMORY CARD 2.
TINY Troubleshooting • Camera Problem Possible solutions No person/animal • Sunrise or sunset can trigger the sensor. Camera on photos must be re-orientated. Impossible to • Verify if there are batteries in the camera. • At night, the motion detector may detect beyond the turn on the •...
TINY Error messages • Camera Error message Possible solutions Insert memory The use of a memory card is required to record photos card and videos. • Delete the files or use a new memory card. Memory card full • Afterwards, the "Continuous" option can be activated for a continuous recording.
TINY Troubleshooting • Receiver (BLACKBOX) Problem Possible solutions Impossible • Verify if there are batteries in the receiver. to turn on the • Verify if the batteries are correctly installed. receiver • Replace alkaline batteries. The photos are • Synchronise together the BLACKBOX and the camera not transferred to before use.
TINY Troubleshooting/ Error messages • Controller (BLACKBOX-D) TROUBLESHOOTING ERROR MESSAGES Problem Possible solutions Error message Possible solutions Impossible to • Verify if there are batteries in the controller. Insert memory The use of a memory card is required to record photos. turn on the •...
TINY Available accessories • Camera obtain more information available accessories, www.spypoint.com. Here are the main accessories available: POWER Rechargeable 12V battery, Solar panel charger & housing kit #SP-12V, Solar panel with adjus- #KIT-12V, 12-volt 7.0Ah rechar- table steel mounting kit. Maintains geable battery with a water resis- the charge of the lithium battery tant ABS plastic case, AC charger,...
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TINY Available accessories • Camera INSTALLATION AND SECURITY Cable lock Camera mount #CL-6FT, 6 ft cable lock fits all #MA-360, Adjustable mounting SPYPOINT cameras. arm, fits all cameras that have a standard ¼-20" tripod mount. It can rotate 360° and tilt approx +/- 90°.
TINY Available accessories • Receiver (BLACKBOX) obtain more information available accessories, www.spypoint.com. Here are the main accessories available: POWER Solar panel #SP-12V, Solar panel with adjus- table steel mounting kit. Maintains the charge of the lithium battery pack directly into compatible de- vices.
TINY Available accessories • Receiver (BLACKBOX-D) obtain more information available accessories, www.spypoint.com. Here are the main accessories available: POWER Rechargeable 12V battery, Solar panel charger & housing kit #SP-12V, Solar panel with adjus- #KIT-12V, 12-volt 7.0Ah rechar- table steel mounting kit. Maintains geable battery with a water resis- the charge of the lithium battery tant ABS plastic case, AC charger,...
Specifications (TINY-W3) CAMERA Photo recording External (12V jack) battery (KIT6V-12V, KIT-12V, BATT-12V) or 12V adapter (AD-12V) Photo resolution 3 MP, 5 MP, 10 MP Solar panel Solar panel (SP-12V) combined with File format rechargeable battery pack (LIT-09/ Time lapse mode...
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Specifications (TINY-W3) BLACKBOX-D CONTROLLER Memory storage Support • Internal memory : none • External memory : SD/SDHC card (up to 32 GB) Viewing Built-in screen 2.4" LCD TV output Composite video (PAL/NTSC) Power source Accessories sold separately, p.36 Alkaline or lithium batteries...
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Specifications (TINY-WBF) CAMERA Photo recording Solar panel Solar panel (SP-12V) combined with rechargeable battery pack (LIT-09/ Photo resolution 3 MP, 5 MP, 8 MP LIT/C-8) File format Detection system Time lapse mode Predefined intervals from 30 s to 1 h Motion sensor Multi-shot mode Up to 6 photos per detection...
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Specifications (TINY-WBF) BLACKBOX RECEIVER Memory storage Support • Internal memory : none • External memory : SD/SDHC card (up to 32 GB) Power source Accessories sold separately, p.35 Alkaline or lithium batteries 6 x AA External (12V jack) 12V battery (KIT6V-12V, KIT-12V, BATT- 12V) or 12V adapter (AD-12V) Dimensions 2.7"...
Specifications (TINY-PLUS) Photo recording External (12V jack) battery (KIT6V-12V, KIT-12V, BATT-12V) or 12V adapter (AD-12V) Photo resolution 3 MP, 5 MP, 10 MP Solar panel Solar panel (SP-12V) combined with File format rechargeable battery pack (LIT-09/ Time lapse mode Predefined intervals from 30 s to 1 h LIT/C-8) Multi-shot mode Up to 6 photos per detection...
Specifications (TINY-7) Photo recording External (12V jack) battery (KIT6V-12V, KIT-12V, BATT-12V) or 12V adapter (AD-12V) Photo resolution 3 MP, 5 MP, 7 MP Solar panel Solar panel (SP-12V) combined with File format rechargeable battery pack (LIT-09/ Time lapse mode Predefined intervals from 30 s to 1 h LIT/C-8) Multi-shot mode Up to 6 photos per detection...
Regulation FCC REGULATIONS FCC Part l5 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Limited warranty and repair This SPYPOINT product designed by GG Telecom, is covered by a one (1) INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPAIR SERVICE year warranty on material and workmanship starting from the original date GG Telecom will repair the product without charge or replace it at its discre- of purchase.
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