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Remote Digital Cameras
5210M Series
USER GUIDE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
General Information.......................................................................................................................2
1.1 Features...............................................................................................................................2
1.2 Application..........................................................................................................................2
1.3 Illustration...........................................................................................................................3
Quick Start.......................................................................................................................................6
2.1 Insert SIM Card
2.2 Load Batteries.....................................................................................................................6
2.3 Insert SD Card.....................................................................................................................6
2.4 Enter Test Mode..................................................................................................................6
2.5 Enter Live Mode .................................................................................................................7
2.6 Advantages of Prep Sensors
Advanced Settings...........................................................................................................................9
3.1 Parameter Settings...............................................................................................................9
3.2 File Format........................................................................................................................11
3.3 Set up Camera on PC
3.4 Set up MMS Function on PC
3.5 Camera Working with MMS
3.6 View Local MNOP Name and Signal Strength on TFT display
Ltl-5210M Series Products
4.1 Parts
4.2 Models for Purchase
Important Information
5.1 Prevent From Short-Circuits
5.2 Power Supply and Battery Box
5.3 SD Card
5.4 Auto Adjustment on Video Length
5.5 850nm and 940nm IR LED
5.6 Mount on Tripod
5.7 FAQs on MMS Function
Camera application upgraded
Warranty Information..................................................................................................................12
Appendix I Technical Specifications............................................................................................13
Appendix II Package Contents ....................................................................................................15
Appendix III Instruction on InstallingAdditional Battery Box................................................16

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General Information
GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 Introduction
The M Series (Model Ltl-5210MC and Ltl-5210MM) is the second generation of our
Ltl-5210 scouting camera. Bundled with the MMS-module (Multimedia Messaging Service)
battery box (Part # LTL-MM), the regular scouting camera (Part # Ltl-5210M) can be upgraded
to work as a remote cellular camera. With its highly sensitive Passive Infra-Red (PIR) sensor, the
camera detects the sudden change of ambient temperature caused by moving game in a region of
interest (ROI), triggers to take pictures/videos, and sends the images via GSM network to the
user’s cell phone or email account.
Features:
• Programmable 5 or 12-Megapixel high-quality resolution.
• Infrared night vision LEDs for flash range as far as 65 feet
• In “Cam + Video”mode, camera takes both pictures and video at every trigger event
• Ultra low standby power consumption. Extremely long in-field life (in standby mode, up
to 3 months with 4 xAA batteries and 6 months with 8 xAA batteries)
• Unique side Prep Sensor design provides wider sensing angle and enhances camera’s
response speed
• Perform in the most extreme temperatures from -22°F to 158°F
• Compact size (5 ½ x 3 ½ x 2 ½ inches). Well designed to deploy covertly
• Impressively quick trigger time (1 second)
• In Time Lapse setting, the camera automatically and constantly takes pictures/videos at
specified interval. This is very useful when observing plants flowering, birds building
nest, or when monitoring unattended properties such as parking lots
• With Timer setting on, the camera can be programmed to only work in specified period
every day. This feature can work together with Time Lapse feature
• Backpack-looking tree grabber makes mounting and aiming a snap
• Serial Number setting enables you to code locations in the photos. This helps
multi-camera users identify the location when reviewing the photos
• Built-in 2 ¼” TFT color display to review images and videos
• Date, time, temperature and moon phase can be stamped in the pictures
• Lockable and password protected
• Two MMS image sizes to choose: 640 x 480 or 320 x 240
• Users can configure the Camera and MMS function either by running the enclosed CD
on the computer, or directly on the built-in TFT display.
• Separation of the Camera and the MMS module provides users flexibility: starting with
the value model as a regular scouting camera, and upgrading to the premium model with
MMS function.
• Our Advanced Remote Cellular Technology transmits images to your cell phone and

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email account constantly at lower battery consumption and shorter transmission time,
compared to products of its kind on the market.
• Automatic text alert when battery power level goes low
• Check cellular signal information on the built-in TFT display in the field
• All MMS pictures saved as well as the original pictures
• Internal antenna emits strong signal
• Operates globally via GSM/GPRS network. Supports four bands: 850 / 900 1800 /
1900MHz.
1.2 Application
• Trail camera for hunting
• Animal or event observation
• Motion-triggered security camera, for home, office and community
• All other indoor/outdoor surveillance where invasion evidence needed
1.3 Illustration
• Figure 1.1 shows the front view of the camera (Part # Ltl-5210M)
• Figure 1.2 shows the bottom view of the camera (Part # Ltl-5210M)
• Figure 1.3 shows the back view of the camera (Part # Ltl-5210M) and front view of
the additional battery box (Part # LTL-BM1 or LTL-MM1)

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Figure 1.1: Front View of Ltl-5210M
Figure 1.2: Bottom View of Ltl-5210M

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General Information
The camera provides the following connections for external devices: USB 2.0 port, SD card slot,
TV out jack, and external DC power in jack. The 3-way Power/Mode Switch is used to select the
main operation modes: OFF, ON and TEST.
To supply power, use four NEW high-performance alkaline or lithiumAA batteries. FOR
BETTER PERFORMANCE, WE RECOMMEND USING ENERGIZER LITHIUM AA
BATTERIES. To achieve longer in-field life, always install the additional battery box which
contains four more AA batteries. (Please reference Appendix III: Instruction on Installing
Additional Battery Box)
Figure 1.3: Back View of Ltl-5210M and Front View of Battery Box
CAUTION: If you are not using the camera for an extended period of time, it is highly
recommended that you remove the batteries from the camera to avoid possible acid leak
that may damage the camera which would void the warranty.

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Quick Start
QUICK START
2.1 Insert SIM Card (Only for Model Ltl-5210MM)
You need to purchase the SIM card from
your local Mobile Phone Network Operators,
making sure they provide Multimedia
Messaging Service (MMS). Ask them for
the relevant information to configure the
MMS settings on your camera. (Please
reference Figure 2-1)
Open the battery compartment cover, slide
the SIM card in the slot and lock it.
2.2 Load Batteries
Figure 2-1 MMS-module Battery Box
To install batteries on the camera (Part # Ltl-5210M), please follow the instructions below.
• Open the bottom cover by pulling down the lock hole.
• Push the cover of the battery compartment and release. It will pop out.
• Install 4 AA batteries. Make sure the polarity matches the sign on the cover.
• Replace the cover.
To install the additional battery box (Part # LTL-BM1 or LTL-MM1), please reference Appendix
III: Instructions on Installing Additional Battery Box)
Alternatively the camera can run on an external 6V~12V DC power source (optional). When
both external power and batteries are connected, the camera will be powered by the external one
preferentially. Bundled with our external solar power supply (purchased separately), the camera
can work in the field over one year without changing batteries.
When battery level gets low, the Motion Indicator in the LED array will flash blue. On Model
Ltl-5210MM, a text alert will be sent automatically to the user’s cell phone or email account.
2.3 Insert SD Card
The camera does not come with internal memory. So it will not work without a SD (Secure
Digital) memory card or SDHC (High Capacity) card. Before inserting the SD card into the card
slot, please make sure the write-protect switch on the side of the SD card is “off” (NOT in the

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“Lock” position). The supported memory capacity is up to 16GB. If you use a card capable of
above 16GB, make sure you test it before putting the camera in use.
Figure 2-2
CAUTION: ALWAYS SWITCH THE CAMERA TO OFF MODE BEFORE YOU INSTALL
OR REMOVE THE BATTERIES OR THE SD CARD.
2.4 Enter Test Mode
Switch to the TEST position to enter the Test mode. In this mode you can take pictures or video
clips like a regular digital camera, or enter the Menu to set up parameters. On the keypad there
are four “shortcut”functional keys (see Figure 2-3) working as below:
Figure 2-3
• Press the key to set the camera to shoot video clips.
• Press the key to set the camera to take still pictures.
• Press the SHOT key to manually trigger the shutter. A photo or video (depending
on the camera setting) will be taken and saved to the SD card. If the display shows
“CARD PROTECTED” when you press the SHOT key, switch the power OFF, remove
the SD card and slide its write-protect switch to off.
• Press the REPLAY key to review/playback photos/videos on the LCD screen, or a
connected TV monitor. Use and key to navigate.
There is another key, MENU, on the keypad that allows you to program the camera to work the
way you want. Please make reference to 3.1 Parameter Settings in the Advanced Operation
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Quick Start
Under the test mode, one useful function you would like is testing the work area of the PIR
(Passive Infrared) sensor, specifically the sensing angle and distance. To perform the test:
• First strap the camera on a tree aiming the region of interest (ROI).
• Walk slowly from one side of the ROI to the other parallel to the camera. Try different
distances and angles from the camera.
• If the Motion Indicator flashes blue, it indicates the position from where you are
detected by one of the side Prep PIR sensors. If the Motion Indicator flashes red, it
indicates the position from where you are captured by the main PIR sensor.
By doing this test, you can find the best placement when mounting and aiming the
camera. In general, you are recommended to place the camera 3 to 6 feet (1 to 2 meters) above
the ground.
To avoid potential false triggers due to temperature and motion disturbances, please do not aim
the camera at a heat source (i.e. the sun) or nearby tree branches and limbs. The ideal direction to
aim at is North or South. Also, remove any limbs close to the front of the camera.
2.5 Enter Live Mode
Switch to the ON position to enter the live mode. The Motion Indicator will flash red for about
10 seconds and the camera starts working by itself without any manual handling. It will at once
shoot pictures or record videos when game or other objects enter the PIR area of the main sensor
directly. If the game enters the PIR area of the prep sensors from the side, the prep sensors detect
the movement and activate the camera. While the game keeps moving into the PIR area of the
main sensor, the camera takes photos/videos immediately. If the game roams away after entering
the PIR area of the prep sensors, the camera will power off and enter standby mode.
2.6 Advantages of Prep Sensors
In general, to save battery power, an Infer-Red camera is in “sleep”mode, with only the PIR
sensor working. When game is detected by the PIR sensor, the camera is powered on and starts
shooting pictures. The time period from being activated to starting firing is called trigger time.
The trigger time varies among different scouting camera brands in the market, generally from 1
to 5 plus seconds. Our scouting camera has an impressive 1 second trigger time.
However, when game passes across very quickly, the picture may only capture the rear part of
the body, and possibly nothing at all.
With the unique side prep PIR sensors design, our camera solves this issue. The combination
of the two side prep sensors and the main sensor comes up with a 100 to 120° angle of induction,
a very wide scope far outweighing the 50 ° angle of the camera lens. When game first crosses the
PIR area of the prep sensor, the camera is activated and ready to shoot after 1 second. If the
game continually enters into the PIR area of the main sensor, the camera takes pictures
immediately, therefore catching the whole body of the game. This split-second process could be
as short as 0.2 second.

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In the case the game browses only in the PIR area of the prep sensors, to avoid the camera being
powered on constantly, the system is designed to work in the following way: If the game does
not enter the PIR area of the main sensor and therefore not trigger the main sensor, the camera
will power off after 3 seconds. If the trigger events consecutively happened twice only in the PIR
area of the prep sensors, the camera will not be activated by the side prep sensors, but only by
the main sensor. So later on when the game enters the PIR area of the main sensor eventually,
since it is not in fast movement, the picture will by all means capture the whole body of the game
based on our standard 1 second response time.

Advanced Settings
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ADVANCED SETTINGS
The trail camera comes with preset manufacturer settings. You can change the settings
to meet your requirements. Please make sure the camera is in the test mode.
3.1 Parameter Settings
Press “MENU” key to enter/exit the menu. Press , to move the marker, , to
change the setting, and to confirm the change. Always remember to press to save
the change. Otherwise you will lose your new setting.
Parameter
Settings
(Bold = default)
Description
Mode
Camera,
Video,
Cam+Video
Select whether still photos or video clips
are taken. In Camera+Video mode,
camera first takes photos and then shoots
videos immediately.
Format
Enter
All files will be deleted after formatting
the SD card. Highly recommend you
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!
Photo Size (affects still
photos only)
5MP, 12MP, 1.3MP
Select desired resolution for still photos
from 1.3 to 12 megapixels. Higher
resolution produces better quality
photos, but creates larger files that take
more of the SD card capacity. Besides,
larger files require longer time to write
to the SD card, which will slightly slow
the shutter speed. 5MP is recommended.
Video Size (affects
video clips only)
640×480,
320×240
Select video resolution (pixels per
frame). Higher resolution produces
better quality videos, but creates larger
files that take more of the SD card
capacity. 640×480 is VGA mode in
standard 4:3 format.
Set Clock
Enter
Press Enter to set up date and time.
Internal capacitor will retain the time for
up to 7 minutes when changing batteries.
Picture No. (affects
still photos only)
01 Photo, 02 Photos,
03 Photos
Select the number of photos taken in
sequence per burst in Camera mode.

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Please also refer to the Interval
parameter.
Video Length (affects
video clips only)
Avi 10 s, optional from
1s to 60s
Videos are in AVI format that can be
played back on most video players.
Interval
1 Min, optional from
1S to 60M
Select the length of time that the camera
will wait from when the last picture was
taken and written in the SD card, until it
responds to any new triggers from the
PIR sensor. During the selected interval,
the camera will not take pictures/videos.
This prevents the SD card from filling up
with too many redundant images.
Sense Level
Normal, High, Low
Select the sensitivity of the PIR sensor.
The High setting suits indoors and
environments with little interference,
while the Normal/Low suits outdoors
and environments with more
interference. Temperature also affects
the sensitivity. The High setting is
suitable when the ambient temperature is
warm, and the Low setting is helpful in
cold weather.
Time Stamp (affects
still photos only)
On, Off
Select On if you want the date & time
imprinted in every photo.
Timer
Off, On
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 18:35 and the ending time
at 8:25, the camera will function from
18:35 the current day to 8:25 the next
day. Outside the time period the camera
will not be triggered or take
photos/videos. This feature can be used
together with Time Lapse feature.
Password Set
Off, On
Set up a password to protect your camera
from unauthorized users.
Serial No.
Off, On
Select On to assign a serial number to
each camera you have. You can use the
combination of 4 digits and/or alphabets
to record the location in the photos (e.g.
YSP1 for Yellow Stone Park). This helps
multi-camera users identify the location
when reviewing the photos.
Time Lapse
Off, On
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take photos/videos at the set interval
(Note: in this mode, the PIR sensor is
disabled). This is helpful when
observing cold-blooded animals like
snakes, or the process of flowering, etc.
This feature can work together with
Timer feature.
Side PIR
On, Off
The default setting is On. The two side
prep PIR sensors provide wider sensing
angle and enhance response time.
(Reference 2.5 Advantages of Prep
Sensors.) In some situations you have
difficulty removing the interfering
branches, or avoiding the sunlight. If so,
you have the option to turn off the side
sensors.
MMS Phone No.
Enter
Press Enter to input the phone number
you want to send MMS to. To input
more phone numbers, or to set up email
accounts, reference 3.4 Set up MMS
Function on PC.
In the submenu, you can set the daily
number of pictures sent via MMS. 0
stands for Unlimited. 1-99/Day gives
you flexibility sending up to 99 pictures
per day
MMS Send
Off, VGA, QVGA
The default setting is Off, which turns
the MMS function off. To turn it on,
choose either VGA=640x480 or
QVGA=320x240, which defines the
resolution size of the MMS picture. If
the original picture’s size too large, its
MMS picture will be converted to
QVGA format to save transmission time
and power consumption.
Default Set
Press OK Enter to return all your
camera settings back to the manufacturer
default. However, all the MMS function
settings will remain except for MMS
Phone No. and MMS Resolution Size.
3.2 File Format
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MMS pictures in the folder \DCIM\MMS\100IMAGE with the same filename. Pictures are saved
with filenames like IMAG0001.JPG and videos like IMAG0001.AVI.
In the OFF mode, you can use the provided USB cable to download the files to a computer. Or
you can put the SD card to a SD card reader, plug in a computer, and browse the files on the
computer without downloading.
The AVI video files can be played back on most popular media players, such as Windows Media
Player, QuickTime, etc.
3.3 Set up Camera on PC
You can set up your camera and/or MMS function on your home PC. Run the Setup.exe file on the
enclosed CD. Or download this program in http://www.sendspace.com/folder/7zd6ic . The
following window prompts:
Left-click on Camera Setup, and you will see the following interface:

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Set up the camera based on your need. Click on to retrieve the computer time.
Click on to define the directory to save the settings, usually under the root directory
of the SD card (You need to insert the SD card in the SD card reader and plug it in your computer.)
Then, click on . A file named menu.dat will be created and saved in the directory
you just selected. If you selected a directory other than the SD card, you need to move the
menu.dat file to the root directory of the SD card ultimately.
If you’d like, you can use the manufacturer default settings by clicking on . Click on
Exit once you are finished.
Insert the SD card in the camera. Switch to the TEST position to enter the TEST mode. A message
will show up on the TFT display, indicating the Camera has been successfully set up. You are set
with the camera. It will work as a standard trail camera from this point.
ATTENTION: THE PASSWORD CAN ONLY BE SET UP ON THE CAMERA, NOT ON
THE PC.
If you purchased Model Ltl-5210MM, or you upgraded from Model Ltl-5210MC to Ltl-5210MM
by purchasing the MMS-module battery box (Part # LTL-MM1), you need to go to the next

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section to set up the MMS function.
3.4 Set up MMS Function on PC
You can set up your MMS function on your home PC. Run the Setup.exe file on the enclosed CD.
Or download this program in http://www.sendspace.com/folder/7zd6ic . The following window
prompts:
Left-click on MMS Setup, and you will see the following interface:

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First, you need to choose how to set up the MMS Mode --Auto or
Manual. If you choose Auto, then you need to choose the country
and the Mobile Phone Network Operator (MPNO).After doing that,
the below section will populate with the parameters pertaining to the selected MPNO, such as
URL,APN, Gateway and Port. Then you can input the phone number and email address you’d
like the MMS pictures sent to. You can enter up to 3 phone numbers.
If you choose Manual to manually input all the parameters, you need to contact your Mobile
Phone Network Operator (MPNO) to have them provide all the required information.
Note: Because each local MPNO has their own settings for their MMS, and those settings can
change over time, we recommend you verify all the settings with your MPNO, even you choose
Auto to let the system to fill out them. We pre-store those settings for each major MPNO in the
software on the enclosed CD. If you find out those settings have changed according to the
information provided by your MPNO, or you have settings from your MPNO that is not on our
Operators list, please notify us so we can update our software.
Click on to define the directory to save the settings, usually under the root directory
of the SD card (You need to insert the SD card in the SD card reader and plug it in your computer.)
Then, click on . A file named menu.dat will be created and saved in the directory
you just selected. If you selected a directory other than the SD card, you need to move the
menu.dat file to the root directory of the SD card ultimately.
Insert the SD card in the camera. Switch to the TEST position to enter the TEST mode. A message
will show up on the TFT display, indicating the MMS function has been successfully set up.
Congratulations! You camera (Model Ltl-5210MM) is all set to send color pictures to your cell
phone and/or email account every time it is triggered.
3.5 Camera Working with MMS
When you have the Model Ltl-5210MM, or you have upgraded your Model Ltl-5210MC by
purchasing the MMS-module additional battery box (Part # LTL-MM1), your camera will work as
a standard trail camera and send pictures to your cell phone and/or email account, when it meets
the following requirements.
• The camera is ON and functions. The SD card has enough space. 8 AA batteries with

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enough power capacity. The camera is in Cam mode and cam+video mode, not Video
mode.
• SIM card is installed. The MMS service is active (some MMS services need pre-paid
balance in the account.) The SIM card is not password-protected.
• Only when the switch is in OFF position, you install the MMS-module additional battery
box.
• The signal is strong in the field. The recipient’s phone number is entered correct. You are
suggested to take the receiving phone with you and do the send-and-receive test on site.
• MMS parameters are set correct.
• The Timer function is OFF. If you have the Timer ON, make sure you are in the specified
time period when expecting incoming MMS pictures.
• Make sure it is not set OFF.
• The setting is “0”, or the
daily limit has not been reached. If the daily limit has been reached, you can reset that
parameter on your computer or on the TFT display. Then the daily limit starts to count
from one.
• The camera is stationary while sending MMS pictures.
3.6 View Local MNPO name and Signal Strength on TFT Display
You can find your local Mobile Phone Network Operator’s name and the signal strength on
the TFT display of the camera, just like you can see the information on a regular cell phone.
Install the SIM card and 8AA batteries. Make sure the camera is switched in OFF position.
Attach the MMS-module additional battery box to the camera. Switch to the TEST position. If
you’d like, you can connect the camera to a TV using provided TV AV IN cable. Wait for 1
minute and then you can view the MPNO name and the signal strength on the TV. If you don’t
have an access to a TV, wait for 1 minute and detach the battery box. Then you can view the
information on the TFT display.

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There are three bars indicating the signal strength. To allow the MMS function to perform, at
least one bar of signal is required.
If a code, instead of the MPNO information, shows on the screen, it indicates something is
wrong, missing, or going on. Specifically,
• SIM: No SIM or installed incorrectly.
• CSQ: No signals.
• CREG: SIM card is password-protected, or deactivated due to past-due balance in the
account, or not able to register with the GSM system.
• CGREG: Not able to register with GPRS network.
• COPS: Searching for the MNPO of the SIM card. Once it is found, the operator’s name
and the signal strength will show on the screen.
If appear below the picture, that means no installation MMS module:

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Attention：The camera MUST be set in OFF position when attaching the MMS-module
battery box to the camera. The battery box needs to be secured by locking up the buckle.
Otherwise, the MMS function may not perform normally. When trying to view the operator’s
name and the signal strength, if you wait less than one minute before detaching the battery
box, you will more than likely see one of the codes aforementioned. You need to switch the
camera to OFF position, install the battery box securely, wait for at least one minute, and then
try it again.
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