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Power Supply
1.4 Power Supply
Batteries
The Watcher1 series trail camera runs on 4 or 8 or 12 pieces AA size batteries (12V power supply to ensure camera well performance of
all functions); It is able to work with alkaline, high-quality NiMH, and Lithium rechargeable batteries. But we suggest to run camera with
NiMH and Lithium batteries only as performance of alkaline batteries is much poorer than either NiMH or Lithium batteries.
NOTE: Don’t mix batteries types! Different batteries to be used in camera may cause permanent damage which also violates warranty
policy!
CAUTION: 1.Please note that even in the OFF mode, the camera still consumes a small amount of battery power. If you are not using
the camera for an extended period of time, we highly suggest users to remove the batteries from the camera to avoid possible acid leak
that may damage the camera and void the warranty.
2.Always have the camera in the OFF position when installing or removing batteries and memory card. Removing batteries or memory
card while the camera is ON may damage the camera
Solar Panel
To bring better using experience for our users, the Watcher1 series are designed to be able to work with most standard 12V/1~2 A
lithium battery build-in solar panel, that means the working time of camera can be greatly extended.
Power Adaptor—Security Surveillance Purpose
This camera can also be powered by an external 12V/ 1~2A DC adapter. Recommend to remove the AA size batteries when power
adapter is used. Electrical power is recommended for security purposes.
1.5 SD Card Selection
Using a memory card is required to operate the camera. When the camera is "ON" and no memory card is used, the screen displays
"Please insert memory card". The SD slot of the camera has a maximum 64GB memory capacity. Before inserting or removing the
memory card, the camera must be turned to "OFF". Failing to do may cause the loss or damage the pictures already recorded from the
memory card. When the SD card is full, the viewing screen indicates "Memory Full". The following data shows an approximate quantity
of photos which can be recorded by the camera depending on the memory card capacity.
Chart below will show you the approximate capacity of different size SD cards. Please check to see which size card can fit your needs
best.
1.6 Attention
1. Insert the SD memory card correctly, camera does not support SD card hot swap (insertion).
2. Please use high-quality AA batteries in order to prevent battery cells from corrosion of leaked acid.
3. Use right adaptor (12V/1A or 2A) of this camera to supply power, and do not invert the electrode when put in batteries.
4. In Test mode, camera will automatically enter PIR Auto mode if no keypad touching within 60 sec. Please manually turn ON it as if you
want to do some further configuration.
5. Don’t interrupt power supply during system upgrade, please deliver it back to factory if the device doesn’t work after upgrading.
6. Do not frequently insert or pull out SD card and battery or plug in and out the adaptor when the camera is on.
7. Do not have any floating objects, such as leaves, strings, or ribbons in the 3M motion detection zone of cameras, to avoid mistaking
photograph or videos.
8. Keep camera away to hot irrelevant objects, air conditioner exhaust vents, and light, etc. to avoid mistaking photos or videos.
9. Programmed Date/Time can be saved in camera for 12 hours once camera was powered 1 hour above.
10. Slide the power switch to OFF position to turn off the camera, Please note that even in the OFF mode, the camera still consumes a
small amount of battery power. Therefore, please remove the batteries if the camera is not in use for a long time
