DLC COVERT II User manual

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Model# COVERT II
INSRTUCTION MANUAL
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1194 Dorris Road
Lewisburg, KY 42256

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CONTENTS
1 Introduction............................................................................................................ 3
1.2 Application ................................................................................................... 3
1.3 Parts ............................................................................................................. 3
1.4 Saving Images or Videos............................................................................... 5
2 Cautions ................................................................................................................. 6
3 Basic Operation...................................................................................................... 7
3.1 Loading Batteries.......................................................................................... 7
3.2 Connection of an External Power.................................................................. 8
3.3 Inserting the SD-card .................................................................................... 8
3.4 Power on and Enter into the LIVE Mode ...................................................... 8
3.5 Connect the Keyboard and Enter into the SETUP Mode................................ 9
3.6 Manual Capture ............................................................................................ 9
3.7 Default Settings and Live Monitoring ........................................................... 9
3.8 Reviewing Pictures or Videos ..................................................................... 10
3.9 Shut Down.................................................................................................. 10
4 Advanced Operation ..............................................................................................11
4.1 Parameters Setting and Operations...............................................................11
4.1.1 Setting the Camera Mode ..............................................................11
4.1.2 Formatting the SD Card................................................................ 12
4.1.3 Setting Pixel Size ......................................................................... 13
4.1.4 Setting Video Size........................................................................ 14
4.1.5 Setting Date and Time .................................................................. 15
4.1.6 Setting Shooting Numbers ............................................................ 18
4.1.7 Setting Video Length.................................................................... 19
4.1.8 Setting Triggering Interval Time .................................................. 20
4.1.9 Setting PIR Sensitivity ................................................................. 21
4.1.10 Setting Time Stamp ...................................................................... 22
4.1.11 Setting Timer ............................................................................... 23
4.1.12 Loading Default Settings .............................................................. 25
4.2 Playback and Deleting Operations............................................................... 26
4.2.1 Playback ........................................................................................... 26
4.2.2 Deleting Operations .......................................................................... 27
4.4 Sensible Angle and Distance Test................................................................ 27
4.5 File System................................................................................................. 28
4.6 File Format ................................................................................................. 28
4.7 Factory Default........................................................................................... 28
5 Mounting ............................................................................................................ 29
Appendix Ⅰ : Technical Specifications..................................................................... 30
Contact Us .............................................................................................................. 31

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1 Introduction
1.1 General Description
The DLC COVERT II is a digital scouting camera, which can triggered by any movement of
animals or humans. Detected by a highly sensitive Passive Infra-Red (PIR) motion sensor and
takes high quality pictures (up to 5 mega pixels) or video clips.
The DLC COVERT II consumes very little power (less than 300µA) during stand-by mode.
This means it can have up to six months stand-by operation time when the device is powered
by eight AA alkaline batteries. Once motion is detected, the digital camera unit will wake up,
(Usually within one second) and then automatically take pictures or videos according to the
programmed settings. DLC COVERT II is equipped with built-in infrared LEDs (no flash), so
that it delivers clear pictures or videos (in black & white) at night. The DLC COVERT II is
designed for outdoor use and is weather resistant.
1.2 Application
The DLC COVERT II can be used as a trail camera in hunting for monitoring of
wildlife. It can be also be used as a surveillance camera.
1.3 Parts
The DLC COVERT II has the following interfaces: USB port, SD card holder, TV out,
external DC power. Fig. 1 shows the front view of the DLC COVERT II and its functional parts.
Figure 1: Front view of the DLC COVERT II

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Fig. 2 shows all the buttons of the remote control keypad and icons in the screen when it is turned off.
Figure 2: Buttons of the remote control keyboard and icons in the screen
The remote control keypad is an input device of the DLC COVERT II and is primarily
used to set operational functions and parameters. As shown in Fig. 2, there are five
keys: UP, DOWN, RIGHT, MENU (in place of “LEFT”) and OK. Except the
“MENU” key that is used for entering or exiting the menu, all other four keys have
another function (for short–cut operations) besides their original function “up, down,
right and ok” The “DOWN” key is also used to set “(still) camera mode” while the
“UP” key to set “video” mode. The “RIGHT” key also serves as the shutter (“SHOT”)
key of the camera and the “OK” key sets the “Playback” mode.

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Fig. 3 shows how to connect the remote control keypad to the DLC COVERT II camera
Figure 3: Connect remote control keypad
1.4 Saving Images or Videos
The DLC COVERT II uses a secure digital memory card (SD card) to save images
(in .jpg format) and videos (in .avi format). Before inserting the SD card into the card
slot by opening the front cover, please make sure that the write-protect switch on the
side of the SD card is in the “Unlocked” position.
The supported card size of your DLC COVERT II is between 8MB and 2GB.
The following shows you how to insert and remove the SD card.
When inserting the SD card, please open the front cover, then insert the SD
card into the card slot with unmarked side upwards. You should hear a slight
clicking sound. That indicates the card is inserted successfully. The SD card
can only be inserted in one direction without forcing it.
To remove the SD card, gently push in on the card. The card is released from
the slot when you hear a slight clicking sound.

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2 Cautions
★ The working voltage of the DLC COVERT II is 6V. Your DLC COVERT II will operate with
either 4 or 8 AA batteries, or using an external 6V DC power supply (inside +, and
outside -).
★ Please insert batteries with shown polarity.
★ Please make sure that the write-protect switch on the side of the SD card is in the
“Unlocked” position.
★ The DLC COVERT II has no internal memory for images or videos. Thus please insert
an SD card with the power OFF before testing the camera. Otherwise, the camera
can’t save images and videos. If there isn’t an SD-card inserted or the
write-protect of the SD card is not in the “Unlocked” position, the camera will
shut down automatically after a long beep.
★ Don’t insert or remove the SD card when the power switch is in the ON position.
★ The DLC COVERT II will be in USB mode when connected to a USB port of a
computer. In this case the SD-card functions as a removable disk, regardless of the
power switch being in the ON or OFF position.
★ It is recommended to format the SD card with the DLC COVERT II before using it for
the first time.
★ Turning the power ON will force the DLC COVERT II into setup mode only when the
remote control keypad is connected to the camera, otherwise, the DLC COVERT II
enters into the Live mode automatically.
★ In the setup mode the DLC COVERT II will shut down automatically after 3.5 minutes
if no key is pressed. Please turn on the power again if you want to continue to
work with the remote control keypad.

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3 Basic Operation
If you are not familiar with the basic operation of the DLC COVERT II , the following
instructions will help you get a quick overview. Before doing any operation, please
make sure you have correctly loaded the batteries into the DLC COVERT II and inserted an
SD card into the card slot. If the SD card is not installed correctly or it’s write-protect
is “locked”, the device will give an alarm with a long beep and then turns off
automatically. The following gives you detailed instructions of different operations.
3.1 Loading Batteries
The first thing to do with a DLC COVERT II is to load the batteries. In fact, there are
two methods to supply power for the device: one is to use eight AA batteries and the
other is to use an external DC power supply. It is recommended to use eight new
high-performance alkaline or lithium AA batteries. Internally the batteries are divided
into two paralleled groups; each group contains 4 batteries and can supply power for
the DLC COVERT II alone (with shorter battery life time). The device has eight battery
slots, as shown in Fig. 4. Slots 1, 2, 3 and 4 form one group, while slots 5, 6, 7 and 8
form the other group
. .
Figure 4: Loading batteries
NiMH rechargeable batteries can also be used, but they might have a shorter life span
due to their bigger capacity leakage with the time and low temperature. Hence, it is
recommended to use high performance alkaline or lithium AA batteries or lead-acid
secondary cell with 6V output.

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3.2 Connection of an External Power
Optionally you can connect an external 6V DC power source to the DLC COVERT II .
It is recommended to use a power source with a current capability greater than
1000mA. However, under sufficient daylight the DLC COVERT II can work with much
less current (>400mA). Please use the power source cable (Optional) to connect the
external DC power source and insert it into the power jack of the DLC COVERT II , be
sure that the polarity is correct.
If both external power source and batteries are connected, the DLC COVERT II will be
powered by the external power source.
When the batteries are low the low-battery indication (blue LED) will be lighted.
Please change the batteries at this time.
3.3 Inserting the SD-card
Next please insert a SD-card into the card slot. Please refer to 1.4 for detailed
instructions.
3.4 Powering on and Entering into the LIVE Mode
Now you can switch on the power after inserting the SD card. The DLC COVERT II
has three basic operation modes:
a. OFF mode: Power switch at OFF position.
b. LIVE mode: Power switch at ON position and the remote control keypad is NOT connected.
c. SETUP mode: Power switch at ON position and the remote control keypad is connected .
In the above three modes the OFF mode is the specified safe mode when any
actions must be taken, e.g., replacing the SD card or batteries, or transporting the
device.
Entering into the LIVE mode: After turning on the DLC COVERT II (power switch
at ON position) it will enter into the LIVE mode. The motion indication LED (red)
will blink for about 10s. This time interval is for you to make the DLC COVERT II
ready for operation, e.g., to close the front cover, to lock it and to walk away.
After entering into the LIVE mode, no manual controls are needed. The DLC
COVERT II will take pictures or videos automatically according to the programmed
settings, when motion is detected into the monitoring region.
If the device is previously in the Setup mode, you just need to disconnect the
remote control keypad from the camera in order to let the camera enter into the
LIVE mode.

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3.5 Connecting the Remote Control Keypad and Entering into the SETUP Mode
Entering into the SETUP mode: Anytime in the LIVE mode, the SETUP mode
is activated when inserting the remote control keypad into the keyboard interface
of the DLC COVERT II (If a picture or a video has just being taken, this action will be
finished first).
In OFF mode you just need to connect the remote control keypad into the
keyboard interface of the DLC COVERT II and power on the DLC COVERT II if the
SETUP mode is needed.
Under the SETUP mode you can change the settings on the DLC COVERT II
manually or set operational parameters with the help of a display, i.e., the built-in
LCD or an external TV monitor.
3.6 Manual Capture
Under the SETUP mode, you just need to aim at the object, and then press the
SHOT key. A few seconds later, you’ll get a picture saved in the SD card. The
number of pictures and video clips at the bottom of the LCD will increase by one.
3.7 Default Settings and Live Monitoring
When the DLC COVERT II leaves the factory, most parameters are set as default.
Please refer to table 1.
Parameter name Default Other settings
Camera Mode Camera Video
Image Size 3M Pixel 5M Pixel
Video Size 64
0× 480 320x240
Capture Number 1 Photo 2 Photo, 3 Photo
Video Length Avi 10 Second 1-60 seconds
Interval 1 Minute 0-59 seconds, 1-60 minutes
Sense Level Normal High, Low
Time Stamp On Off
Timer Switch Off On (00:00 – 23:59)
Table 1: Default settings of the DLC COVERT II

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In the LIVE mode the DLC COVERT II is ready for motion detection. After having
entered into the LIVE mode, the DLC COVERT II will take pictures or videos
automatically according to the settings when it is triggered by detection of activity.
The pictures or videos are saved on the SD card. Every picture or video has its own
file name.
Before entering into the LIVE mode please pay attention to the following:
（ 1 ） The polarities of the power are correct and the power is sufficient.
（ 2 ） The SD card has sufficient space and its write-protection is “Unlocked”.
（ 3 ） Power switch at ON position.
（ 4 ） Remote Control Keypad is disconnected.
（ 5 ） Avoiding temperature and motion disturbances in front of the camera such
as heat sources, tree branches, tall grass and others to prevent false
triggering.
（ 6 ） The height away from ground for placing the device should vary with the
object size appropriately. In general, three to six feet is preferred.
3.8 Reviewing Pictures or Videos
There are two ways to review pictures or videos captured:
a. Use a computer (or a SD card reader with a USB port)
b. Use a TV monitor (or a SD card reader with a TV-in jack)
 Using a PC: When using a PC to view images (or video clips), first connect the
camera to the PC with a USB extension cable. And then run a commercial
program with an image browser or an image browser built in the operating system
to view images saved on the SD card under the directory of \DCIM\100EK113.
Using a TV: First connect a TV monitor to the DLC COVERT II to review by TV.
Next enter into the SETUP mode. The last picture will be shown on the TV
monitor after pressing the OK key. Press the UP key for the previous picture and
the DOWN key for the next one. The index of the picture and the total number is
shown on the monitor when reviewing. At any time pressing the OK key again
will return to the SETUP mode.
3.9 Powering Off
Turn the power switch to the OFF position when you don’t need to use it. Please
note that even in the OFF mode the DLC COVERT II still consumes power but at a very
low level. Therefore, be sure to remove the batteries if the device will not be used for
a long time.

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4 Advanced Operations
After you’re familiar with the basic operations of the DLC COVERT II , you are now
ready for advanced operations. In principle, the advanced operations in this chapter
are very similar to the basic operations, only that the options and parameters of the
DLC COVERT II are explained in more detail.
4.1 Parameters Setting and Operations
In order to change a parameter setting you must enter into the SETUP mode.
Parameter setting starts with pressing the MENU key in the SETUP mode (called
MENU state in this document). In the course of parameter some guide information
will be shown on the LCD. So it is easy to do the next step according to this
information. Generally speaking, certain icons, which indicate which value is going
to be changed, will be shown on the LCD. Except for date and time setting, pressing
the UP or DOWN key enters into the previous or the next menu (UP key for the
previous menu and DOWN key for the next menu), pressing the RIGHT key alters
the value of that specific parameter.
When possible, using a TV makes setup convenient. Otherwise, you may set
parameters with the guide information shown on the LCD step by step. For your
convenience two methods of parameter settings are introduced. In the first case we
number the setting processes with small letters, while Roman numerals are used for
the second case.
4.1.1 Setting the Camera Mode
Two ways are available for setting this parameter. One is to use the shortcut key
and the other is through the MENU. With the shortcut key, you can set camera mode
to “video” by pressing the UP key and set camera mode as “camera” by pressing the
DOWN key in SETUP mode.
The following shows you how to set camera mode to “video”, provided that the
previous value is “camera”:
a) In MENU state its initial state is shown in Fig. 5(a) and 5(1). The value of
“camera” is highlighted.
Figure 5 (a) Figure 5 (1)

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b) This parameter has two values: “camera” and “video”. Pressing RIGHT key
can switch between these two parameters. In this example, after pressing
RIGHT key, “video” will be highlighted, shown in Fig. 5(b) and 5(2).
Figure 5 (b) Figure 5 (2)
c) Press the OK key to save the current setting or MENU key for canceling the
setting operation and exiting. Please note, the parameter will not be saved, and
no parameter is changed if you press the MENU key at any time before
pressing OK key. After pressing OK key, the guide information is shown in
Fig. 5(c) and 5(3).
Figure 5 (c) Figure 5 (3)
4.1.2 Formatting the SD Card
a) The system will delete all files stored in the SD card after formatting.
Therefore you should make sure that you have made a backup of images or
videos on the SD card. In MENU state press UP or DOWN key until the
system enters into the format menu, shown in the Fig. 6(a) and 6(1).
Figure 6(a) Figure 6(1)

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b) Push the OK key. Then the system will ask you to decide whether to format
the SD card or not, shown in the Fig. 6(b) and 6(2).
Figure 6(b) Figure 6(2)
c) If you want to proceed the formatting process, push the RIGHT key to change
the value to 『 YES 』 . 『 YES 』 will be highlighted, shown in the Fig. 6(c) and
6(3).
Figure 6(c) Figure 6(3)
d) Push the OK key to start formatting the SD card. During formatting the guide
information will be changed, shown in the Fig. 6(d) and 6(4). Please note,
you’ll quit the parameter setting without any saving and no parameter is
changed if you press the MENU key at any time before pressing OK key in
step d. After formatting, you can push the UP or DOWN key to set another
parameter, or push the MENU key for leaving the MENU state.
Figure 6(d) Figure 6(4)
4.1.3 Setting Image Size
This parameter has two values: 5 mega pixels (5M Pixel or 5MP) and 3 mega
pixels (3M Pixel or 3MP). The default value is 3 mega pixels. The following shows
you how to set pixel size as “3M Pixel” provided that the previous value is “5M
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a) Push the UP or DOWN key till the parameter “Image Size” appears, shown in
the Fig. 7(a) and 7(1).
Figure 7(a) Figure 7(1)
b) Push the RIGHT key, the value will be changed to “3M Pixel”, shown in the
Fig. 7(b) and 7(2). The value “3M Pixel” is highlighted.
Figure 7(b) Figure 7(2)
c) Press OK key to save the current setting or MENU key for canceling the
setting and quitting. After pressing the OK key the selected value will be no more
highlighted, shown in the Fig. 7(c) and 7(3).
Figure 7(c) Figure 7(3)
4.1.4 Setting Video Size
This parameter also has two values: VGA (64 0× 480 ） and QVGA (320 × 240 ） .
The default value is “640x480” (VGA). The following shows you how to set video
size as “320 × 240” provided that the previous value is at “640x480”:
Push the UP or DOWN key till the parameter “Video Size” appears, shown in the Fig.
8(a) and 8(1).
Figure 8(a) Figure 8(1)

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a) Push the RIGHT key, the value of the parameter will be changed to
“320x240”, shown in the Fig. 8(b) and 8(2).
Figure 8(b) Figure 8(2)
b) Press OK key to save the current setting or MENU key for canceling setting
and exiting. After pressing OK key the selected value will be no more
highlighted, shown in the Fig. 8(c) and 8(3).
Figure 8(c) Figure 8(3)
4.1.5 Setting Date and Time
You can change the date and time of the camera by setting this parameter when
necessary, e.g., after every battery change. It must be pointed out that the function of
some keys is not the same as previous, such as UP/DOWN key is used for changing
the value of date/ time and RIGHT key is used for jumping to the next setting menu.
The format of the date is month/day/year while the time format is hour:minute:second.
And the valid value for year is between 2006 and 2031. Provided that the date and
time are needed to be set to November the fifteenth 2007 and half past ten, in MENU
state the steps are as following:
Push the UP or DOWN key till the parameter “Set Clock” appears, shown in the Fig.
9(a) and 9(1).
Figure 9 (a) Figure 9 (1)

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a) Push the OK key to start to set the month. Then the current date and time will
be shown with the first item month highlighted, shown in the Fig. 9(b) and
9(2).
Figure 9 (b) Figure 9 (2)
b) It doesn’t need to set the month because the current showing month is the
same as the desired setting month 11. So directly push the RIGHT key to
enter into the day setting as shown in the Fig. 9(c) and 9(3).
Figure 9 (c) Figure 9 (3)
c) Press the UP or DOWN key till the day changes to 15 as shown in the Fig.
9(d) and 9(4).
Figure 9 (d) Figure 9 (4)
d) Press the RIGHT key to enter into the year setting as shown in the Fig. 9(e)
and 9(5).
Figure 9 (e) Figure 9 (5)

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e) Press the UP or DOWN key till the year changes to 2007 as shown in the Fig.
9(f) and 9(6).
Figure 9 (f) Figure 9 (6)
f) Press the RIGHT key to enter into the hour setting as shown in the Fig. 9(g)
and 9(7).
Figure 9 (g) Figure 9 (7)
g) Press the UP or DOWN key till the hour changes to 10 as shown in the Fig.
9(h) and 9(8).
Figure 9 (h) Figure 9 (8)
h) Press the RIGHT key to enter into the minute setting as shown in the Fig. 9(i)
and 9(9).
Figure 9 (i) Figure 9 (9)

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i) Press the UP or DOWN key till the minute changes to 30 as shown in the Fig.
9(j) and 9(10).
Figure 9 (j) Figure 9 (10)
j) Press the RIGHT key to enter into the second setting as shown in the Fig. 9(k)
and 9(11).
Figure 9 (k) Figure 9 (11)
k) After the settings of the date and time are all finished, push the OK key to
save them. Please note, you’ll quit the parameter setting without any saving
and no parameter is changed if you press the MENU key at any time only
4.1.6 Setting Photo Burst
This parameter affects the number of pictures taken for each triggering in the
camera mode and is effective and can be adjusted only when the device is set to the
LIVE mode. It has three values: “1 Photo” (take 1 picture after triggered) and “2
Photo” (take 2 pictures with a certain interval after each triggering) and “3 Photo”
(take 3 pictures with a certain interval after each triggering). Its default value is “1
Photo”. The following shows you how to set shooting numbers as “3 Photo” provided
that the previous value is “1 Photo” in MENU state:
In MENU state push the UP or DOWN key till the parameter “Capture Number”
appears as shown in the Fig. 10(a) and 10(1).
Figure 10(a ） Figure 10(1)

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a) Push the RIGHT key for two times. The value of this parameter will be
changed to “3 Photo” and the value “3 Photo” is highlighted as shown in the
Fig. 10(b) and 10(2).
Figure 10(b ） Figure 10(2)
b) Press OK key for saving setting or MENU key for canceling operation and
exiting. After pressing OK key the selected value will no longer be
highlighted, shown in the Fig. 10(c) and 10(3).
Figure 10(c ） Figure 10(3)
4.1.7 Setting Video Length
This parameter is effective and can be adjusted only when the device in the video
mode for the LIVE mode. Its value extends from 1 to 60 seconds with a step of one
second. The default value is 10 seconds. During adjusting (by the UP or Down key),
there is a accelerating function for the RIGHT key: pressing the RIGHT key steadily
for a few seconds, the step length will increase to 5 seconds first, and then to 10
seconds per step a few seconds later.
The following shows you how to set video length to “Avi 5 Second” provided that
the previous value is “Avi 10 Second” in MENU state:
a) Push the UP or DOWN key till the parameter “Video Length” appears as
shown in the Fig. 11(a) and 11(1).
Figure 11(a ） Figure 11 (1)

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b) Push the RIGHT key till the value changes to “Avi 5 Second” as shown in the
Fig.11(b) and 11(2).
Figure 11(b ） Figure 11 (2)
c) Press OK key for saving setting or MENU key for canceling operation and
exiting. After pressing OK key the selected value will no longer be
Figure 11(c ） Figure 11 (3)
4.1.8 Setting Triggering Interval Time
This parameter is only effective in the LIVE mode. It means how long the PIR
will be disabled after each triggering in the LIVE mode. During this time the PIR will
not react to motion. This parameter has 120 values, ranging from 0 to 59 seconds
(with a step of 1 second) and from 1 to 60 minutes (with a step of 1 minute). The
default value is 1 minute. During setting the RIGHT key can also be used as an
acceleration key in the same way described in 4.1.7.
The following shows you how to set triggering interval time to “5 Minute”
provided that the previous value is “1 Minute” in MENU state:
a) Push the UP or DOWN key till the parameter “Interval” appears as shown in
the Fig. 12(a) and 12(1).
Figure 12 (a) Figure 12 (1)