Dogtrace d-guard 940 User manual

d-guard 940
fotopast • phototrap
d-guard
940

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2 Introduction ................................................14
2.1 Contents of package ........................................14
3 Use .........................................................14
4 Description product .........................................15
4.1 Description of phototraps ...................................15
4.2 Description of display .......................................16
5 Preparation phototraps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5.1 Installing batteries ..........................................17
5.2 Installing a MicroSD memory card ...........................17
6 Switching on/o phototrap .................................. 17
6.1 Switch ON/SETUP/OFF ......................................17
6.2 SETUP mode - Settings ......................................18
6.3 Automatic mode scanning ..................................19
7 Viewing photos and videos ..................................20
8 Technical data ..............................................20
9 Warranty terms and conditions ..............................21
Certicate of warranty . ......................................... 24
1 CONTENTS
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2 INTRODUCTION
3 USE
The d-guard 940 phototrap is an automatic surveillance camera that
monitors an area of interest using a passive infrared (PIR) sensor, which
is triggered when movement of people or animals is detected. When
motion is detected, the photo trap automatically takes pictures or
videos.
The phototrap remains in standby mode and activates independently
within 0.4 s of motion detection. During the day, it takes colour photos
or videos. At night or in low-light conditions, the camera‘s infrared LEDs
activate, acting as an invisible ash to take black and white photos and
videos.
The phototrap is waterproof and snowproof, so it can be left outdoors
for months while automatically saving photos or videos in digital format
to a MicroSD memory card. In standby mode, the battery lasts up to
8 months.
2.1 Contents of package
1×phototrap
1×user manual
1×USB cable
1×fastening strap
1×stand with screw base
The d-guard 940 phototrap is waterproof, durable and can
automatically take photos and videos, making it ideal for:
monitoring animals in the wild or tracking when hunting
monitoring and prevention of intrusions in homes, shops, oces,
agriculture, etc.

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4 DESCRIPTION PRODUCT
4.1 Description of phototraps
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4
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1 – Infrared LED Flash, 2 – Lens, 3 – Padlock Hole, 4 – PIR Sensor,
5 – Screen, 6 – Battery Compartment, 7 – MicroSD Card Slot,
8–Headphone Connector, 9 – USB Port, 10 – ON/SETUP/OFF
Button, 11–Microphone, 12 – DC Input Connector ( 6V DC),
13 – Tripod Socket

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4.2 Description of display
When the d-guard 940 is switched on, the 2“ LCD display shows the
current settings.
Modo Cámara Modo Vídeo
Hora
Tamaño de imagen Resolución de vídeo
Fecha
Tarjeta SD: OK Tarjeta SD: OK
Memoria restante Tiempo de grabación
Estado de batería
Estado de batería
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3.2 INFORMACIÓN DE PANTALLA
Al encender la cámara Sentinel Mini se muestran los ajustes actuales en la pantalla LCD de 2”.
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2 3
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Modo Cámara Modo Vídeo
Hora
Tamaño de imagen Resolución de vídeo
Fecha
Tarjeta SD: OK Tarjeta SD: OK
Memoria restante Tiempo de grabación
Estado de batería
Estado de batería
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3.2 INFORMACIÓN DE PANTALLA
Al encender la cámara Sentinel Mini se muestran los ajustes actuales en la pantalla LCD de 2”.
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1 – Camera mode, 2–Image size, 3–Remaining memory, 4–SD
card: OK, 5–Battery status
1 – Video mode, 2– Video resolution, 3–Recording time, 4–SD
card: OK, 5–Battery status, 6–Date, 7– Time

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6 SWITCHING ON/OFF PHOTOTRAP
6.1 Switch ON/SETUP/OFF
The ON/SETUP/OFF switch has three possible positions:
Position ON: In this position, the phototrap automatically takes
photos and records videos when the motion detector is triggered.
SETUP position: in this position you can use the MENU button to
access the functions listed in the table on this page.
5 PREPARATION PHOTOPASTES
5.1 Installing batteries
The d-guard 940 is powered by a 6V DC adapter (not included) or
4/8× 1.5V AA batteries (not included). For longer operating life, it is
recommended to use 8 batteries.
You can use the following types of 1.5V batteries:
we recommend using high capacity alkaline batteries
rechargeable lithium batteries
rechargeable NiMH battery
5.2 Installing a MicroSD memory card
The d-guard 940 is equipped with a MicroSD memory card slot up to
32 GB (not included). Make sure the ON/SETUP/OFF switch is in the OFF
position before inserting or removing the MicroSD memory card. The
MicroSD card must be empty, i.e. no images from other devices. If the
MicroSD card has previously been used in other devices, format it
before using it from this camera or a computer. Many MicroSD cards
formatted from other cameras have poor compatibility with dierent
brands of cameras. If the card is new, you can use it without formatting.
Before inserting a MicroSD card, you must disable write protection on
the card itself, otherwise the phototrap will not function properly. After
performing the above steps, open the cover of the photo trap and insert
the MicroSD memory card all the way into the slot according to the
orientation indicated by the icon engraved next to the slot.

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Oer Parameters and description
Mode Photo / Video / Photo and video
Photo resolution 20mpx (6144×3456px), 16mpx (5376×3024px),
12mpx (4608×2592px), 8mpx (3840×2160px),
5mpx (3027×1728px), 3mpx (2304×1296px),
1mpx (1280×720px)
Number of photos Select the number of photos taken each time
the phototrap is activated (1, 2 or 3).
If photo+video is selected, only 1 photo will
be taken.
Video resolution High: 1920×1080 px, Medium: 1280×720 px,
Low: 720×480 px, Very Low: 640×480 px
Video resolution 3 seconds - 10 minutes
Sound recording ON/OFF
Shutter delay Adjustable from 5 s to 60 min. Selects how long
the phototrap will„wait“ between each image.
This prevents taking too many pictures that
could overload the memory card capacity.
Motion detector
sensitivity
Low / Medium / High. Medium mode
is recommended. Sensor sensitivity is
temperature dependent. The higher the
ambient temperature, the lower the sensitivity.
Target
recording time
ON/OFF - sets the operating time - after
activation and leaving the phototrap in the ON
mode, the phototrap automatically turns on
and o at the programmed times.
Formatting a
memory card
YES/NO - Select YES to delete all photos and
videos from the card.
OFF position: the phototrap must be switched o when transporting
the phototrap, changing the MicroSD card or batteries. Remove the
batteries if the camera is to be turned o and stored for an extended
period of time.
6.2 SETUP mode - Settings

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Time-lapse images ON/OFF - the phototrap will automatically take
pictures at the specied interval. Note: In this
mode, the PIR sensor will o.
Language English/German/French/Italian/Dutch/Danish/
Finnish/Swedish/Spanish/Portuguese/Chinese/
Japanese
Time and date Date and time settings and format selection.
Stamp on the photo Displays the time or date and time on each
photo taken.
Password protection ON/OFF - Setting the security password.
Acoustic signal ON/OFF - Select ON if you want the sound to
sound when you press the buttons.
Serial number ON/OFF - Select ON if you want all photos to
display the serial number of the phototrap.
Restore the original
settings
YES/NO - Select YES to restore the phototrap to
factory settings.
View Full Version Displays the version number of the phototrap.
6.3 Automatic mode scanning
After conguring the settings in SETUP mode, turn the switch to the
ON position. The display will show a 5-second countdown and then
switch to the sensor auto start mode.
To switch to shooting mode without entering the menu, press the
„down“ arrow. To switch to video mode, press the „up“ arrow.

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7 VIEWING PHOTOS AND VIDEOS
8 TECHNICAL DATA
a) To view images or videos directly in the phototrap, switch the power
switch to SETUP and press the PLAY button to enter gallery mode.
Images can be selected using the left and right arrows, and videos
can be selected using the OK button.
b) To view directly on your computer, turn o the phototrap and
connect it to your computer with a USB cable.
Lens hood ........................................................f/2,0
Lens angle of view ................................................. 80°
Shutter speed ..................................................< 0,4 s
IR ash ....................................................... Invisible
Number of IR LEDs ..................................................42
Display ............................................. 2“ TFT LCD display
Sensor .................................................. 4 mpx CMOS
PIR sensitivity ......................... Adjustable (high/medium/low)
Maximum PIR sensor range ................................. 25 metres
Sound ............................................................. Yes
Memory card .....................................MicroSD up to 32 GB
Power supply ..................4/8× AA 1,5V batteries (not included) or
6V DC adapter (not included)
Weight ..........................................................256 g
Dimensions .......................................... 135×95×55 mm
Attachment .............. Attachment static thread / screw stand / belt
Waterproof ........................... IP65 –water and snow resistance
Optimum operating temperature ........................–20°C to 60°C
Optimum storage temperature ..........................–30°C to 70°C
Optimum operating humidity .................................. 5–95 %

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9 WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS
VNT electronics s.r.o. provides a 2 year warranty on the Dogtrace
products with respect to defects in material and workmanship under
normal use and service from the date of the original purchase.
The limited warranty does not cover the following:
batteries
straps
direct or indirect risks during transportation of the product to the
retailer
mechanical damage of the product caused by user‘snegligence or
an accident (eg. biting, breaking, impacts, excessive pulling of d-ring
etc.).
1. The warranty period commences on the date of purchase. The sales
receipt or your purchase invoice showing the date of purchase of the
product, showing the serial number and date of purchase of the
product, is the proof of the purchase date.
2. The warranty does not cover damage resulting from:
a) improper installation or breach of instructions from the
manufacturer‘suser guide
b)improper use of the product
c) improper storage or maintenance of the product
d)modication by a non authorized person, or arepair made without
manufacturer‘s knowledge
e) natural disaster (wind, earthquake, lightning storm, etc.)
f) alternation of the goods made by the consumer if such an
alternation resulted in adamage of the product
g)due to aconsumer’smechanical damage
h)other customer‘s process, which would be in a contrary to the
Warranty terms and conditions and the User guide
3. The warranty can not be claimed if the goods is not completely paid,
or when purchased on asale.
4. The claimant is obliged to prove the defect and to enable the
manufacturer to check the legitimacy of the product faults and
assess the extent of the product faults. Otherwise is loosing the right
arising from the manufacturer’sresponsibility for product defects.

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5. Consumer demands arising from the producer‘s liability for defects
are regulated in the general legislation.
6. It is required that all items being sent for arepair must be properly
cleaned. Items deemed to be insuciently cleaned will be returned
unrepaired to the customer. Please do not include the strap or any
other accessories if it is not asubject of the warranty.
7. When sending the device to the service with a transport company,
pack the goods adequately to protect it against a damage; it is
recommended to keep the original packaging for this purpose. The
producer is not responsible for aloss of goods during transport.
The information contained in this manual may be subject to change due to
developments without further notice.
Copying of this user guide is strictly prohibited without the prior written
consent of VNT electronics s.r.o.