BlazeVideo T326 User manual

TRAIL CAMERA
MODEL: T326
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
V1.0

TABLE OF CONTENT
1. IN THE BOX ....................................................................... 1
2. IMPORTANT NOTE ........................................................... 1
3. INTRODUCTION ................................................................2
3.1. About The Camera ...................................................2
3.2. Applications ............................................................. 3
4. PARTS AND CONTROLS ..................................................3
5. INSTALLING THE BATTERIES AND SD CARD ...........7
5.1. Loading Batteries .................................................... 7
5.2. Inserting The SD Card .............................................8
6. USING THE CAMERA .......................................................9
7. THE OFF, ON, AND SURVEILLANCE MODES ............. 9
7.1. OFF Mode ............................................................. 10
7.2. ON Mode ................................................................10
7.3. SURVEILLANCE Mode .........................................11
8. ADVANCED SETTINGS ................................................. 12
9. MOUNTING AND POSITIONING THE CAMERA ....... 17
9.1. Mounting ................................................................17
9.2. Sensing Angle and Distance Test ...........................18
9.3. Starting .................................................................. 19
10. REVIEW PHOTOS OR VIDEOS ................................... 20
11. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .................................. 21
12. TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................23
13. WARRANTY ...................................................................24

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1. IN THE BOX
1 x Camera, 1 x Mounting Strap,
1 x Instruction Manual, 1 x Mini USB Cord
Note: Memory card and batteries are not included (user
supplied).
2. IMPORTANT NOTE
Require eight (8) 1.5V AA Alkaline or Lithium batteries.
We recommend the use of Energizer AA Lithium batteries
in this camera to obtain maximum battery life.
Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix battery type.
Rechargeable NiMH AA batteries can be used, but are NOT
recommended as the lower voltage (generally 1.2V) they
produce can cause night recording issues, and you also may
have to replace them frequently.
Require a standard-size SD memory card (max capacity
128GB, Class 10). We recommend using SanDisk 32GB
SDHC/Class10 memory cards in the camera to obtain the
best cost-performance.
Remove batteries when the camera is NOT in use.
Before first use, please format your SD card in the
camera.
Before first use, please gently remove the protective films
on the front of the camera to get the best performance,
especially the protective films on the PIR lens may cause
motion detection performance downgrades, eve no captures.

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3. INTRODUCTION
3.1. About The Camera
The trail camera is a new generation of digital scouting
camera, it can be triggered by any movement of game in a
location, detected by a highly sensitive Passive Infra-Red
(PIR) motion sensor, and then take high quality pictures ,
video clips.
The Camera features the all new innovative imaging
technology. The camera encompasses all-new software
innovations, smart illumination technology, blur reduction
technology, auto noise reduction and dynamic exposure
technology to deliver high resolution image quality.
Main features:
High quality pictures (up to 32MP still photos), 1440P/2k
30fps or 1296P 30fps H.264 video clips with audio.
Clear night vision, flash range 100ft. The camera is
equipped with 40pcs high performance infrared no glow
940nm LEDs that function as a flash.
Wide view angle - 70°.
Easy to use/program with well-designed operation
buttons and built-in 2.4-inch LCD color screen, easy to
review pictures and videos on the screen.
Two working modes – Motion detection and Time lapse.
Fast trigger time approx. 0.2~0.75 second (pre-activated
technology with 3 PIR sensors designed), Fast recovery
time of less than 0.5 second, Long trigger distance up to
90ft.
Date Stamp on each capture: Date, Time, Temperature &
Moon Phase.
Monitoring Period, Loop Recording, Time Lapse,

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Password protected.
Built for any climate - IP66 Waterproof designed for
outdoor use and resistant against rain and snow.
Operation Temperature -4~140°F.
Support SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card, max capacity
128GB (user supplied).
Extremely long in-field battery life up to 8 months in a
stand-by state with 8 AA 1.5V batteries (user supplied).
3.2. Applications
The camera can be used as follows:
For hunting and tracking animals’ trace or habits
For wildlife observing and researching, captures pictures
and videos of wild animals
As a motion-triggered security camera, for home, farm,
office and community
All other indoor & outdoor surveillance where invasion
evidence needed
4. PARTS AND CONTROLS
The camera is equipped with 40pcs built-in high efficiency
infrared LEDs, LED Indicators, Lens, PIR Sensors, Lock
Holes in front view (Figure 1).
TIP: During use, the black PIR Lens may become dirty or
have scratches, however it does not affect the performance
due to the reliability design of the PIR lens. If you must
clean it, please try to blow it off or pick out the dirt very
lightly. Do not try to wipe it, which may cause more
scratches.

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Figure 1: Front View
The camera provides the following connections for external
devices: Mini USB port and SD card slot etc. (Figure 2).
IR LEDs
Lock
Hole
Optical
Lens
Central
PIR Lens
Light
Sensor
Indicator
Lock
Buckle
Side
PIR Lens
Side
PIR Lens

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Figure 2: Bottom View
The camera has two strap holes on the back. The strap can
be put through the strap holes and fastened securely around
the tree trunk by pulling the end of the strap firmly (Figure
3).
Figure 3: Back View
Tripod Base
1/4" - 20
SD Card
Holder
DC 12V/1A
Plug
4.0x1.75mm
Mini
USB Port
Microphone
Security
Cable
Hole
Lock
Buckle
Strap
Hole

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The camera has a 2.4-inch built-in LCD screen, which can
be used for reviewing pictures or videos and menu
displaying, and unique keypad design for easy program and
operation, 8 AA batteries slot supported (Figure 4).
Figure 4: Inside View
Figure 5: Operation Buttons and Shortcut
A 2-way power switch is used to select the main operating
modes: OFF and ON(Figure 5).
A power switch is used to power on (ON mode) or off the
camera (OFF mode). A START button is used to quickly
make the camera into the surveillance mode (motion
SHOT Key as
Manual Shutter
Replay Key as
Playback Mode
Power Switch
Color
Screen
Battery
Compartment
and Cover
Operation
Buttons
START Key as
Surveillance
Mode

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detection or time lapse) per your settings(Figure 5). When
the camera is in the surveillance mode, press the START
button to wake up the camera.
5. INSTALLING THE BATTERIES AND SD CARD
Before you start learning how to use your camera, you will
first need to install a set of batteries and insert an SD card.
Although that may only take you a minute, there are some
important notes about both batteries and SD cards you
should be aware of, so please take the time to read the
following directions and cautions:
5.1. Loading Batteries
After opening the cover of the battery compartment, you
will see that the camera has eight battery slots (Figure 6). A
full eight batteries must be installed for the camera to
operate. Be sure to insert each battery with correct polarity
(negative or "flat" end against the long spring of each
battery slot).
In the ON mode when battery power level gets low, the
message "Low Battery" will show on the screen, please
replace the batteries. If the battery indicator shows in RED,
this does mean the batteries are not able to drive IR LEDs
flash at night, however the batteries still work at daytime
until "Low Battery". If you want to continue night vision,
please replace the batteries.

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Figure 6: Loading the Batteries
5.2. Inserting The SD Card
Insert the SD card (with the camera's power switch in the
OFF position) before beginning to operate the camera. Don't
insert or remove the SD card when the camera is powered
on or in the surveillance mode. The camera uses a
standard-size memory card to save photos (in .JPG format)
and/or videos (in .MP4 format). SD and SDHC (High
Capacity)/SDXC cards up to a maximum 128GB capacity
are supported (Figure 7).
Figure 7: Inserting the SD Card
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The following describes how to insert and remove the SD card:
Insert the SD card into the card slot with its label side upwards.
A "click" sound indicates that the card is installed successfully.
If the wrong side of the card is facing up, you will not be able to
insert it without force, there is only one correct way to insert
cards. If the SD card is not installed correctly, the device will
not display an SD card icon on the screen in ON mode.
Formatting the SD card by using the camera's "Format SD
Card" menu option before first use is recommended, especially
when a card has been used in other devices.
To take out the SD card, just gently push in the card (do not try
to pull it out without pushing in first). The card is released from
the slot and ready to be removed when you hear the click. Be
sure the camera's power is switched OFF before inserting or
removing SD cards or batteries.
6. USING THE CAMERA
Once you've prepared your camera by properly installing batteries
and an SD card, you could simply take it outside, strap it to a tree
(or not-according to your application scenario), switch it ON, press
START button and leave-and you might get some great photos that
are exactly what you wanted. However, we highly recommend that
you first spend some additional time indoors with this manual and
your camera until you know a bit more about what the 2-way
switch and those control keys do. If nothing else, you'll probably
want to at least set the date and time so the camera will imprint
them (or not-it's your option) on your photos as they are taken,
learn how to set the camera to shoot video clips instead of still
photos if you like, and read some tips about mounting it on a tree.
7. THE OFF, ON, AND SURVEILLANCE MODES
The camera has three basic operational modes:
OFF mode: Power switch in the OFF position(The camera is
powered off.).

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ON mode: Power switch in the ON position(The camera is
powered on and its screen is on).
SURVEILLANCE mode: When the camera is powered on,
press START button to enter the surveillance mode. When the
screen is off, the camera enters standby and will perform
according to your settings.
7.1. OFF Mode
The OFF mode is the "safe" mode when any actions must be taken,
e.g., replacing the SD card or batteries, or transporting the device.
And of course, when you are storing or not using the camera, you
will switch it to OFF. Please note that in the OFF mode the
camera consumes little power. It's a good idea to take the batteries
out of the battery compartment if the camera will not be used for a
long time.
7.2. ON Mode
In the ON mode you can check and change the settings of the
camera with the help of its built-in screen. These settings, found in
the menu by pressing MENU key, let you change the photo or
video resolution, interval between photos, switch the time imprint
on, etc. (See more in Section 8 ADVANCED SETTINGS).
Moving the power switch to the ON position will turn on the
screen display, you will see an information screen that shows how
many images have been taken, the battery level, camera or video
mode, etc.
Attention please: In ON mode, the camera will automatically enter
DORMANCY mode if there is no operation (key pressing) within
5 minutes. Then the camera will perform as your settings in the
menu.
In the ON mode, you can connect the camera to a computer's USB
port to download your images.

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As mentioned earlier in "Parts & Controls", the keypads
have secondary, "shortcut" functions when the camera is
switched to ON mode:
Press the UP key to quickly set the camera to shoot video
clips.
Press the DOWN key to quickly set the camera to take
still photos.
Press the SHOT key to manually trigger the shutter. This
is useful for testing the camera. The "number of images
taken" counter on the top right of the screen will increase
by one.
Press the REPLAY key to playback. Then press UP or
DOWN key to navigate the history photo or video if you
want. Press LEFT key to delete. Finally press the
MENU key to exit playback.
7.3. SURVEILLANCE Mode
Any time after the batteries and SD card have been inserted,
you can switch on the camera. When the START button is
pressed, the camera will enter into the SURVEILLANCE
mode. If the Mode is set as “Motion Detection”, the camera
will countdown 5-second delay and then be ready to capture
images. If the Mode is set as “Time Lapse”, there will be
5-second counting down, and the camera will be ready to
enter Time Lapse.
Once in the SURVEILLANCE mode, no manual controls
are needed or possible (the control keys have no effect). The
camera will take photos or videos automatically (according
to its current parameter settings).
TIP: You can press the START button again to wake up the
camera and reprogram your camera if required.

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8. ADVANCED SETTINGS
The trail camera comes with preset manufacturer settings.
You can change the settings to meet your requirements.
Please make sure that the camera is turned on. Once the
camera screen is on, press MENU key to enter/exit the
menu. Press the UP/DOWN key to move the marker, Press
the LEFT/RIGHT key to change the setting, and press the
OK key to confirm the change. Always remember to press
the OK to save the change. Otherwise, you will lose your
new setting.
Parameter
Settings
(Bold =
default)
Description
Photo or
Video
Photo
Video
Photo+Video
Select whether still photos or video
clips are taken.
Working
mode
Motion
mode,
Time Lapse
In Motion Detection mode, the
camera would take photos or videos
once triggered. In Time Lapse mode,
the camera would take photos or
videos periodically according to your
preset “Timelapse Interval”
parameter.
Image Size
32MP
24MP
16MP
12MP
8MP
4MP
2MP
Select desired resolution for still
photos. Higher resolution produces
better quality photos, but creates
larger files that take more of the SD
card capacity. Larger files require
longer time to write to the SD card,
which will slightly slow the shutter
speed.

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Picture No
01, 02, 03,
04, 05
Select the number of photos taken in
sequence per trigger.
Resolution
1440P/2K
1296P
1080P
720P
Select video resolution (pixels per
frame). Higher resolution produces
better quality videos, but creates
larger files that take more of the SD
card capacity.
Video
Length
10 seconds,
Optional
from
5s to 3m
Select video recording length.
Note: It is highly recommended to set
the night video length to less than 30
seconds as the IR LEDs will consume
more battery power.
Record
Audio
ON
Off
Selecting On will record video with
sound.
Video File
Format
MP4
MOV
MP4 is the mainstream format in the
video industry, more compatible with
any player. Select MOV in case some
legacy digital camera software must
be working with videos in MOV
format.
PIR Interval
10 seconds,
optional
from 0s to
59m59s
Select the shortest length of time that
the camera will wait until it responds
to any subsequent triggers from the
PIR sensor after a game is first
detected. During the selected interval,
the camera will not take
pictures/videos. This prevents the SD
card from filling up with too many
redundant images.
Note: this option is invalid if Mode is
set as “Time Lapse”.

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PIR
Sensitivity
High
Medium
Low
Select the sensitivity of the PIR
sensor. Temperature affects the
sensitivity. The High setting is
suitable when the ambient
temperature is warm or you want to
capture distant object or capture more,
and the Medium/Low setting is
helpful in cold weather.
Note: this option is invalid if Mode is
set as “Time Lapse”.
Side PIR
Setup
On
Off
Selecting On will activate the side
PIR setup .It brings faster trigger
speeds and helps capture fast moving
animals. When any of the two side
motion sensors detects a motion
event, the camera will be
pre-activated. While the animal enters
the detection area of the center motion
sensor, the camera will start taking
photos or videos. Select Off to save
batteries power.
PIR Test
This feature helps you aim the camera
at your target area. Please refer to the
details in Section 9.2.
Timing
Interval
30seconds,
optional
from 5s to
23h59m59s
Setting time lapse interval. It takes
effect ONLY when Mode is set as
Time Lapse, the camera will
automatically take photos/videos
according to the set interval,
regardless of whether the PIR sensor
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when observing cold-blooded animals
like snakes, or the process of
flowering, etc.
Note: This option is invalid if Mode is
set as “Motion mode”.
Monitoring
Period
On
Off
Select On if you only want the camera
to work within a specified time period
every day. For instance, if the starting
time is set at 18:30 and the ending
time at 8:20, the camera will function
from 18:30 the current day to 8:20 the
next day. Outside the time period the
camera will not be triggered or take
photos/videos.
L
Loop
Recording
On
Off
Selecting On option will cause the
oldest files to be overwritten with new
captures when the SD card reaches its
capacity. With Off option selected,
the camera will stop capturing images
once the SD card reaches capacity.
Date Time
Setup
D/M/Y
hh:mm:ss
AM/PM
D – Day, M – Month, Y – Year
hh – Hour, mm – Minute, ss-Second
Note: Use "LEFT/RIGHT" key to
switch settings, use "UP/DOWN" to
set current date and time.
Date input format may change. Please
refer to “Date Format” parameter
settings accordingly.
Date Format
YY/MM/DD
MM/DD/YY
DD/MM/YY
Select date format which will be
shown on the screen and each capture.
Time
Format
12H
24H
Select time format which will be
shown on the screen and each capture.

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12h - AM/PM
Camera
Name
Select OK to assign a 12-character
long in the form of Capital A-Z, a-z,
0-9 to record the location in the
photos (e.g. A123 for Yellow Stone
Park). This helps multi-camera users
identify the location when reviewing
the photos.
Password
Setting
On
Off
Set up a 4-digit password to protect
your camera from unauthorized users.
If the code is lost, you can contact
customer support to reset the
password.
Date Stamp
On
Off
Select On to show date, time,
temperature, moon phase on each
capture.
Frequency
50Hz
60Hz
Select the light source frequency
when shooting.
SD Card
Format
Ok
Cancel
All files will be deleted after
formatting the SD card. We highly
recommend you to format the SD card
if it has been used previously in other
devices. Caution: make sure wanted
files on the SD card have been
backed up first!
Default
Setting
Ok
Cancel
Selecting Ok will return all your
previous settings back to the
manufacturer default.
Version Info
Defined
Display the version of the camera.

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9. MOUNTING AND POSITIONING THE CAMERA
9.1. Mounting
After you've set up the camera's parameters to your personal
preferences at home, you're ready to take it outside. When
setting up the camera for scouting game or other outdoor
applications, you must be sure to mount it in place correctly
and securely. We recommend mounting the camera on a
sturdy tree with a diameter of about 6in. (15cm). To get the
optimal picture quality, the tree should be about 16-17ft. (5
meters) away from the place to be monitored, with the
camera placed at a height of 2.5-3.5ft. (0.75-1m). Also, keep
in mind that you will get the best results at night when the
subject is within the ideal flash range, no farther than 100
ft.(30m) and no closer than 10ft. (3m) from the camera.
There are two ways to mount the camera: using the provided
adjustable web belt, or the tripod socket.
Using the adjustable strap: Use the strap on the camera as
illustrated.Push one end of the strap through the two
brackets on the back of the camera.Thread the end of the
strap through the buckle. Fasten the strap securely around
the tree trunk by pulling the end of the strap firmly so there
is no slack left (Figure 8). Note: it is not possible to use a
cable lock (in the upper part of the bracket) and the strap at
the same time.
Using the tripod socket: The camera is equipped with a
socket at the bottom end to enable mounting on a tripod or
other mounting accessories with a standard UNC 1/4-20
thread screw (user supplied).

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Figure 8: Mounting the Camera
9.2. Sensing Angle and Distance Test
To test whether the camera can effectively monitor the area
you choose, this test is recommended to check the sensing
angle and monitoring distance of the camera.To perform the
test:
Switch the camera to the ON mode.
Select “PIR Test” in the Menu. The camera will
countdown a max 60-second delay and be ready to
capture motions. (Note: The delay time may be less than
60 seconds, depending on the actual time of the motion
sensor to be activated. The delay time is 60 seconds
minus the power-on time.)
Close the camera door.
Make movements in front of the camera at several
positions within the area where you expect the game or
subjects to be. Try different distances and angles from the
camera.
If the motion indicator LED light (RED light) blinks, it
indicates that position can be sensed. If it does not blink,
that position is outside of the sensing area. (Note: The red