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Trail Camera M15 User Manual
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Overview......................................................................................................................1
1.1 Device Description.................................................................................................................1
1.2 Main Function........................................................................................................................1
1.3 Appearance............................................................................................................................2
1.3.1 Component .................................................................................................................2
1.3.2 Indicator......................................................................................................................4
Chapter 2 Preparation ..................................................................................................................5
2.1 Install Battery ........................................................................................................................5
2.1.1 Battery Instruction .....................................................................................................5
2.1.2 Battery Installation.....................................................................................................5
2.2 Install SD Card........................................................................................................................5
2.3 Reinstall SIM Card (Optional) ...............................................................................................6
2.4 Install Antenna ......................................................................................................................7
2.5 Install HIKMICRO Sight..........................................................................................................7
2.6 Add Device.............................................................................................................................8
2.7 Firmware Upgrade.................................................................................................................8
2.8 Mount Device ........................................................................................................................8
2.8.1 Mount Device with Strap ...........................................................................................9
2.8.2 Mount Device on Tripod (Optional) ..........................................................................9
Chapter 3 Device Settings...........................................................................................................10
3.1 Remote Control ...................................................................................................................10
3.2 Set Camera Mode ................................................................................................................10
3.3 Working Time ......................................................................................................................11
3.4 Scheduled Shot ....................................................................................................................11
3.5 Shot Settings........................................................................................................................12
3.5.1 Burst Shot .................................................................................................................12
3.5.2 Delayed Shot ............................................................................................................12
3.6 PIR Sensitivity ......................................................................................................................12
3.7 Flash Output ........................................................................................................................13
3.8 Max. Pics to Upload/Day ....................................................................................................13
3.9 Edit Device Name ................................................................................................................13

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Chapter 4 System Settings..........................................................................................................15
4.1 GPS Service ..........................................................................................................................15
4.2 Set Date Format...................................................................................................................15
4.3 SD Overwriting Cycle...........................................................................................................15
4.4 View Device Information ....................................................................................................15
4.5 Restore Device.....................................................................................................................16
4.6 Delete Device.......................................................................................................................16
Chapter 5 File Management ....................................................................................................... 17
5.1 View Files.............................................................................................................................17
5.2 Edit Files...............................................................................................................................17
5.3 Filter Files.............................................................................................................................18
5.4 Export Files ..........................................................................................................................19
Chapter 6 Appendix.................................................................................................................... 20
6.1 Device Command.................................................................................................................20
6.2 Device Communication Matrix ...........................................................................................20
Safety Instruction....................................................................................................................... 21
Legal Information.......................................................................................................................23
Regulatory Information.............................................................................................................. 24

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Chapter 1 Overview
1.1 Device Description
HIKMICRO Trail Camera M15 is a powerful and robust 4G cellular trail camera. It can be triggered
by the movement of animals with a highly sensitive Passive Infrared (PIR) motion sensor. It takes
true living color photos or video clips during the day and super clear black and white images or
video clips at night. The captured photos and video clips can be transmitted to smart phones
through the 4G cellular network anytime anywhere.
1.2 Main Function
●Convenient 4G network reception and transmission: M15 supports 4G cellular network, viewing
captured photo directly via HIKMICRO Sight app.
●Photo browsing and category management: Browse and manage the captured images and
videos in the album.
●Rich yet ease-to-use functions via HIKMICRO Sight app: M15 supports managing camera settings
and checking camera status.
●Remote Control: Set the interval of receiving captured pictures and videos on app, or
synchronizing settings. See Remote Control.

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1.3 Appearance
1.3.1 Component
Figure 1-1 Components of Trail Camera

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Table 1-1 Component Description
No.
Component
Function
1
PIR Sensor
Detects movements of targets and triggers captures.
2
Lens
Views targets.
3
Infrared Light
Helps to view targets clearly in dark environment.
4
Light Sensor
Senses ambient brightness.
* Device works normally in setup mode if the indicator stays
solid red.
5
Microphone
Records sound.
6
SD Card Format
Hold to format the SD card.
7
On/Off/Setup
Switch
On/Off: Turn on/off the device.
Setup: Switch to this status to start app configuration.
8
Indicators
Green: In good working status.
Yellow/Red: Exception occurs.
* For detailed explanations, see Indicator.
9
SD Card Slot
To install SD card in it.
10
Synchronization
Button
Press to synchronize the settings on app and trigger
manual capture in setup mode.
11
Release Button
Releases the battery compartment.
12
Reset
To restore default settings.
13
Power Interface
To connect to the external power source (12 VDC).
14
Type-C Interface
To transmit data with a type-C cable.
15
Tripod Mount
For standard 1/4” tripod mount.
16
Battery
Compartment
Holds batteries.
17
Protective Cover
Protects buttons and components.
18
Cover Latch
Locks the protective cover.
19
Lock Hole
To lock the protective cover with a strap.
20
Antenna Interface
To connect the antenna.
21
SIM Card Slot
To install the SIM card in it.
22
Strap Attachment
Points
To thread the strap through the holes.

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Note
In setup mode, if you do not operate the device for more than 3 min, the device will automatically
enter working mode.
1.3.2 Indicator
The indicator description of the device is explained as follows.
Table 1-2 Indicator Description
Icon
Description
Status
SD Card Indicator
Solid Green: SD card in good status.
Flashing Green: In debug mode or firmware upgrade.
Yellow: SD card exception.
Red: No SD card.
Off: SD card format.
Battery Indicator
Green: Battery level is higher than 80%.
Yellow: Battery level is between 20% and 80%.
Red: Battery level is lower than 20%.
Flashing Red: Device powers off after 5 s.
Signal Indicator
Solid Green: Optimal signal.
Yellow: Acceptable signal.
Red: Insufficient signal.
Flashing Red: No SIM card/not Mega SIM card/
communication exception.
User Account Indicator
Flashing Green: Connecting to server.
Solid Green: User account bound, and connects to
server communication successfully.
Flashing Red: User account bound, but connecting to
server communication failed.
Solid Red: User account not bound.
Note
If all indicators turn green first and then off, it means the device is performing resetting.

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Chapter 2 Preparation
2.1 Install Battery
2.1.1 Battery Instruction
●Make sure your batteries can work normally in the temperature range of -20 °C to 55 °C (-4 °F to
131 °F).
●Remove batteries if you aren’t making use of the device for a long time.
●Device supports rechargeable or dry AA batteries. The required battery voltage is 1.5 V to 2 V.
●The battery life varies according to different function settings.
2.1.2 Battery Installation
Figure 2-1 Install Batteries
Steps
1. Press the battery compartment release button.
2. Pull out the battery compartment.
3. Install six or twelve AA batteries according to the positive and negative marks.
4. Insert the battery compartment until it clicks into the locked position.
2.2 Install SD Card
Note
●Pay special attention to the installation direction, or the SD card will be stuck in the slot.
●The SD card space shall not exceed 32 GB, or the device cannot detect the SD card status
accurately.

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Steps
1. Make sure the installation direction of the SD card is correct (as shown in the picture).
2. Insert the SD card until it clicks into the locked position.
Figure 2-2 Install SD Card
2.3 Reinstall SIM Card (Optional)
Note
●The SIM card has been installed in the device. DO NOT reinstall the SIM card if unnecessary.
●Pay special attention to the installation direction, or the SIM card will be stuck in the slot.
Steps
1. Push the SIM card inwards and release it until you hear a click. Remove the SIM card as it pops
up.
2. Make sure the installation direction of the SIM card is correct (as shown in the picture).
3. Insert a SIM card until it clicks into the locked position.

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Figure 2-3 Install SIM Card
2.4 Install Antenna
Install the antenna to magnify the signal in outdoor environment, such as forest.
Steps
1. Align the thread hole on the antenna to the antenna holder.
2. Rotate the antenna clockwise to fix it to the device.
Figure 2-4 Install Antenna
2.5 Install HIKMICRO Sight
Search HIKMICRO Sight on App Store (iOS System) or Google Play™ (Android System) to download
it, or scan the QR code to download and install the app.
Android System
iOS System

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2.6 Add Device
Before You Start
●Register a user account and log in according to prompts.
●Check the indicators and switch device status to Setup before you add your device.
Steps
1. Tap at the right top corner, and select trail camera.
2. Find the QR code on the trail camera.
Figure 2-5 Find QR Code
3. Tap Scan QR Code to scan the QR code to add the device.
Start configuring parameters on your app after the user account indicator stays green.
Note
Each device can just be bound to one user account. If you want to rebind it to another user
account, please contact technical support for help.
2.7 Firmware Upgrade
The trail camera supports remote firmware upgrade. After connecting to the server, the device
will obtain the latest firmware version on the server and perform upgrade automatically.
Note
●When the battery level is lower than 40%, the firmware upgrade is not supported.
●If the upgrade fails, the device will reboot and try the upgrade again.
●The device will reboot after upgrade.
2.8 Mount Device
You can install the device on a tree or pole by strap, or install it on a tripod.

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2.8.1 Mount Device with Strap
Steps
1. Thread the strap through the strap attachment points.
2. Fasten the strap on a tree trunk or pole.
Figure 2-6 Install Device Outdoors
2.8.2 Mount Device on Tripod (Optional)
Install the device on a tripod. Adjust the device position as needed.
Note
The tripod is not included in the package. Please purchase it separately. The size of the tripod
mount interface is 1/4”.

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Chapter 3 Device Settings
You can configure parameters such as work time, PIR sensitivity, scheduled shot, delayed shot, etc.
for the device.
3.1 Remote Control
After configuring the parameters on the app, you can set the interval of receiving captured
pictures and videos on app, or synchronizing settings in real time or after a certain period.
Real-Time
The configuration takes effect and the app receives files in real time. Real-Time is set by
default.
Delay
You can select Delay 0.5 H, Delay 1 H, Delay 2 H, etc. The configuration will take effect and
the app receives files after the set time.
Note
In Setup mode, if you want to capture images or synchronize the configuration immediately to the
trail camera, press SYNC.
3.2 Set Camera Mode
You can set the camera mode as photo, video, or photo and video.
Photo
Device captures images and sends them to the server. You can set the capture resolution in
Image Resolution.
Video
Device records videos and sends them to the server. You can set the video resolution and
duration in Video Resolution.
Photo and Video
Device captures images first and then records videos. After the device finishes recording, it
sends the pictures and videos to the server. You shall set both Image Resolution and Video
Resolution.
Note
●You can set burst shot for photo or photo and video mode. See Burst Shot.
●The videos and images you receive on HIKMICRO Sight are thumbnail ones.

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3.3 Working Time
You can set two real-time working periods for the PIR and scheduled shot.
Steps
1. Tap Working Time 1 to enter the setting interface.
2. Tap to enable this function.
3. Set the Start Time and End Time, and tap Confirm.
Figure 3-1 Set Working Time
4. Repeat above steps to set the other working time, Working Time 2.
Result
The device will trigger PIR and scheduled shot during the set time, for example, from 18:41 to
20:07.
3.4 Scheduled Shot
You can set the interval of taking pictures or videos automatically no matter the PIR is on or off.
Steps
1. Tap Scheduled Shot to enter the setting interface.
2. Tap to enable this function.
3. Set the scheduled capture or recording time, and tap Confirm.
Figure 3-2 Set Scheduled Shot

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Result
Device will capture images or record videos automatically after the set period.
3.5 Shot Settings
Several shot modes such as burst shot and delayed shot can be configured for trail camera.
3.5.1 Burst Shot
Device captures one, two, or three images continuously, and sends the first captured images to
the server.
Note
This function is not supported when the camera mode is set as Video.
3.5.2 Delayed Shot
Delayed shot allows you to set the time interval between each detection before the camera
records the next photo or video.
Steps
1. Tap Delayed Shot to enter the setting interface.
2. Tap to enable this function.
3. Set the delayed time for capturing or recording, and tap Confirm.
Figure 3-3 Set Delayed Shot
Result
The capture and video recording will be triggered again after a certain period. For example, the
device captures images again after 5 s.
3.6 PIR Sensitivity
PIR refers to Passive Infrared, which can detect target movements. PIR sensitivity allows you to set
the detection sensitivity of the device. The higher the value is, the easier the device can detect
targets.

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3.7 Flash Output
Adjust the power of the infrared light.
3.8 Max. Pics to Upload/Day
Set the max. number of pictures that can be uploaded to the cloud album per day.
Steps
1. Tap Max. Pics to Upload/Day to enter the setting interface.
2. Enter the number of pictures (1 to 99) to be uploaded per day.
3. Tap Confirm.
Figure 3-4 Set Max. Pics to Upload/Day
What to Do Next
For viewing the uploaded files, see View Files.
3.9 Edit Device Name
You can change name for your device.
Steps
1. Tap Device Details to enter the setting interface.
2. Tap Camera Name.
3. Enter a new name for your camera, and tap Confirm.

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Figure 3-5 Edit Device Name

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Chapter 4 System Settings
4.1 GPS Service
You can enable GPS Service to get the real-time device location. If you turn off GPS service, the
location coordinates for pictures/videos and real-time device location will be unavailable.
Zoom in the map by tapping , and zoom out the map by tapping .
4.2 Set Date Format
Go to Device Settings and tap Date Format. MM-DD-YY and DD-MM-YY are selectable.
4.3 SD Overwriting Cycle
SD Overwriting Cycle helps to manage the SD card capacity. Tap to enable this function.
On
The earliest files stored in the SD card will be deleted automatically when the SD card
capacity will be full.
Off
The device will shut down if the SD card capacity is full.
4.4 View Device Information
Tap Device Details to enter the device information interface, then you can view the device
information such as release date, SIM ID, remote control mode, SD card capacity, etc. You can also
view some of the information on home page.
Figure 4-1 View Device Information

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4.5 Restore Device
Go to Device Settings and tap Restore Defaults at the bottom of the page. Select a date format as
required.
You can also press the Reset button on the device with an ejection pin to reset the device. See
Reset button in Appearance.
4.6 Delete Device
Steps
1. Tap on the left top of the interface.
2. Tap Delete Device.
3. Tap Confirm to delete the device, or tap Cancel to cancel the operation.
Figure 4-2 Delete Device
Note
All data on the device (pictures, videos, purchase plan, etc.) will be synchronously deleted.

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Chapter 5 File Management
5.1 View Files
You can view the captured pictures and recorded videos in cloud album on your phone.
Tap Cloud Album on home page to enter the cloud album.
Or tap Media at the bottom of the home page to enter the cloud album.
Figure 5-1 Enter Cloud Album
5.2 Edit Files
The captured images and recorded videos are saved in the cloud album. You can view file
information, attach tags for files, download files to local albums, delete files, etc.
Task
Operations
View File Information
1. Tap to open a file.
2. Tap to view file information, such as file size, received
time, and tag.
Note
You can edit the tag here for the file.
Attach Tags
1. Tap to open a file.
2. Tap to enter the tag interface.
3. Select tags for the file. At most five tags can be attached.
Note
You can customize tags for your files.
Download Files
1. Tap , and tap to select one or multiple files to be
downloaded.
2. Tap . A prompt box appears on the interface.
3. Tap OK to download the selected files.