KeepGuard CAM User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE #
Introduction
General Description
Applications
Parts and Controls
Installing the Batteries and SD Card
Loading Batteries
Using an External Power Source
Inserting the SD Card
Using the KeepGuard CAM
The OFF,ON and SETUP Modes
OFF Mode
ON Mode
SETUP Mode
Using the SETUP Menu to Change Settings
Changing Parameter Settings in SETUP Mode
EXAMPLES-Changing the Settings of Some Comon Parameters
Set Timed Scan
GPRS Setting
Set Work Mode
Net Setting
Send to setting
Quick Start MMS Setting
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General Description
About the KeepGuard CAM
The KeepGuard Cam is a 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 (up to 12MP still photos),
or video clips.
The KeepGuard Cam consumes very little power (less than
0.28mA) in a stand by (surveillance) state. This means it
can deliver up to six months stand-by operation time when
the device is powered by eight AA alkaline batteries, and up
to twelve months utilizing lithium AA batteries. Once motion
in the monitored area is detected, the digital camera unit will
be triggered at once (typically within 0.7 second) and then
automatically take photos or videos according to previously
programmed settings. The KeepGuard Cam is equipped
with built-in infrare LEDs that function as a flash, so that it
delivers clear photos or videos (in black & white) even in the
dark, and it can take color photos or videos under sufficient
daylight. The KeepGuard Cam is designed for outdoor use
and is resistant against water and snow.
Your trail camera is one of the latest generation of the
KeepGuard Cams, and includes many new or improved
features, including:
*Auto PIR Sensitivity-the camera monitors ambient
temperature conditions and automatically adjusts the
sensor/trigger signal to be more sensitive to slight variations
in temperature on hot days, less sensitive on cold days.
Quick Start GPRS Setting
MMS/GPRS Sending Testing
Password Setting
Coordinate Input
The SETUP Menu-Parameters and Settings List
w/Descriptions
Mounting and Positioning the KeepGuard CAM
Mounting
Sensing Angle and Distance Test
Switching ON the Camera
Playing Back/Deleting the Photos/Videos
Reviewing Images on the KeepGuard Cam LCD
Reviewing Images on an External Video Monitor
Deleting Photos or Videos
Reviewing Images Directly from the SD Card
Reviewing Images by Connecting the Camera to a Computer
Downloading the Photos/Videos
Troubleshooting/FAQs
Technical Specications
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*Hyper Night Vision-the IR LED Flash array now has
increased range, brighter output and better coverage for
improved nighttime images.
*Timed Scan is a revolutionary new feature for the
KeepGuard Cam, which allow you to monitor your food plots
or field edges with time lapse image or video.
*Send MMS-the camera can send the pictures instantly to
your mobile device and E-mail via GSM network. You'll be
alerted just when something has happened.
Applications
The KeepGuard Cam can be used as a trail camera for
hunting or scouting game. It is also suitable for surveillance
usage.
PARTS AND CONTROLS
The KeepGuard Cam provides the following connections for
external devices:
USB port, SD card slot,SIM card slot, TV Out and external DC
power in.
A three way power switch is used to select the main operating
modes: OFF, SETUP, and ON .
A remote is primarily used in SETUP mode to select
operational functions and parameters.
LED IR Flash
FRONT VIEW
Fig.1: Connections
USB Port
TV Out
SD Card Slot
SIM Card Slot
Low Battery
Indicator
Latch
Lens
Motion/Low
Battery Indictator
PIR Sensor
Color LCD
Lock Hole
Video Mic
Power/Mode
Switch
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Fig.2: Remote
Down/Send
INSTALLING THE BATTERIES and SD CARD
Before you begin learning how to use your KeepGuard Cam, you
will first need to install a set of batteries and insert an SD card and
SIM 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:
Loading Batteries
After opening the two latches on the bottom
of the KeepGuard Cam, you will see that the
KeepGuard Cam has eight battery slots.
Starting at the top of the battery compartment,
slots 1, 2, 3 and 4 form one group, while slots
5, 6, 7 and 8 form the other group, each
providing 6 volts in parallel. For maximum
battery life, you should install a full set of eight
batteries. The KeepGuard Cam may also be operated by
just four batteries installed in the top group only, starting at slot 1.
Battery life will be shorter with 4 batteries, but the camera will
operate normally. Whether you use 4 or 8, be sure to insert each
battery with correct polarity (negative or "flat"end against the
long spring of each battery slot). KeepGuard recommends using
eight new lithium AA or alkaline AA batteries. NiMh
Rechargeable batteries can also be used, but they might have a
shorter life span due to their reduced efficiency over time and at
low temperature. It is also possible to use a lead-acid external
battery cell with 6V output or suitable AC adapter-see below for
more details.
Using an External Power Source (optional, user provided)
Optionally, you can connect an external 6V DC power source to
the "DC In" jack at the bottom of the KeepGuard Cam. It is
recommended to use a power source with a current output
greater than 1000mA. However, during bright daytime operation
when no flash is required, the KeepGuard Cam can function
Menu/Exit
UP
Shot
OK
Right
Left
Video/Photo
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with much less current (>400mA). Please use a compatible
power source cable (not provided) to connect the external DC
power source with the power input jack of the KeepGuard Cam,
making sure that the polarity is correct.
Inserting the SD Card
The KeepGuard Cams have 32MB internal memory, which can
hold only about 18 photos (12MP resolution). This is handy for
testing and getting familiar with the camera, but you will no doubt
want to leave the camera unattended for longer than a day, so
using an SD card is recommended. 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 SDcard when the
power switch is in the ON position. The KeepGuard Cam uses a
standard SD (Secure Digital) memory card to save photos (in
.jpg format) and/or videos (in .asf format). SD and SDHC (High
Capacity) cards up to a maximum 32GB capacity are supported.
Before inserting the SD card into the card slot after opening the
camera's front cover, please makesure that the write-protect
switch on the side of he card is″off″ (NOT in the″Lock″position).
Following describes how to insert and remove The SD card:
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• Insert the SD card into the card slot with its label side
downwards (see above). 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 LCD
in SETUP mode (the SD card icon displayed after switching to
SETUP mode will have a″lock″ symbol inside it in it if the caris
locked). Formatting the SD card by using the KeepGuard Cam's
"Format" parameter before using it for the first time is
recommended, especially when a card has been used in other
devices (see ″Changing Menu Parameter Settings″for details) .
• To take out the SD card, just gently push in (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.
WARNING
Be sure the camera′s power is switched OFF before
inserting or removing SD cards or batteries.
Once you've prepared your KeepGuard Cam by properly install
-ing batteries and SD/SIM card, you could simply take it outside,
strap it to a tree, switch it on and leave-and you might get some
great photos that are exactly what you wanted. However, we
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ON Mode
Anytime after the batteries and SD card have been inserted, you
can switch on the camera. When the power switch is moved to the
top position, the camera will enter into the ON (Live) mode. The
motion indicator LED will blink red for about 10 seconds. This
interval allows time for you to close the KeepGuard Cam′s front
cover, lock it, and leave the monitored area. Once in the ON mode,
no manual controls are needed or possible (the control keys have
no effect). The KeepGuard Cam will take photos or videos
Motion/Low Battery Indicator automatically (according to its current
parameter settings) when it is triggered by the PIR sensor′s
detection of activity in the area it covers.
You can either move the power switch directly from OFF to ON
mode, or stop at the SETUP position first to change one or more
settings, then move the switch to ON after you have finished doing
so.
SETUP Mode
In the SETUP mode you can check and change the settings of the
KeepGuard Cam with the help of its built-in LCD (or a monitor
connected to the TV out jack). These settings, found in the SETUP
Menu, let you change the photo or video resolution, interval
between photos, switch the time imprint on, etc. Moving the power
switch to the SETUP position will turn on the LCD display, and you
will see an information screen that shows how many images have
been taken, the battery level, camera or video mode, etc (see Fig.
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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 3-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.
THE OFF, ON, AND SETUP MODES
The KeepGuard Cam has three basic operational modes:
•OFF mode: Power switch in the OFF position.
•ON mode: Power switch in the ON position (LCD screen is off.)
•SETUP mode: Power switch at SETUP position (LCD screen is
on).
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.
You will also use OFF mode if you connect the camera to a
computer′s USB port later to download your photos/ videos. And of
course, when you are storing or not using the camera, you will
switch it to OFF. Please note that even in the OFF mode the
KeepGuard Cam still consumes power at a very low level.
Therefore, 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.

NOTE: Always move the power switch from OFF to SETUP
mode. It is possible that the camera could lock up if it is
switched from ON to SETUP mode. If this occurs, simply move
the switch to OFF and then push it up to SETUP again..
Fig. 3: SETUP Information Screen (standard display model
shown)
USING THE SETUP MENU TO CHANGE SETTINGS
The main purpose of the SETUP mode is to allow you to change
the settings of the camera′s parameters (16 different ones are
available) so your KeepGuard Cam operates exactly the way you
want it to. You will do this by entering the SETUP Menu and
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Changing Parameter Settings in SETUP Mode
A wide range of options or “parameters” are provided to allow you
to set the KeepGuard Cam to your operational preferences. To
change the setting of any parameter you must first switch to the
SETUP mode. Once in SETUP mode, pressing the MENU button
will allow you to select any parameter and change its setting. The
name of the parameter and its current setting will be shown on the
LCD. Pressing the RIGHT or LEFT key scrolls to the next or
previous parameter (RIGHT key to move on to the next parameter
and LEFT key to go back to the previous parameter), and pressing
the UP or DOWN key lets you select a different setting for the
currently displayed parameter. Once you have selected your
preferred new setting for a parameter, press the OK button to save
the new setting (actually change it). When have are finished
changing the settings of one or more parameters, press MENU
again to exit the SETUP menu. MENU can also be pressed
anytime you want to cancel changing a parameter's setting after a
new setting has been selected (but OK has not been pressed yet).
After setting the parameters to your preferences, be sure to move
the switch to ON to begin actually taking photos or videos. No
images will be captured if the switch is left in the SETUP position
(unless you press the RIGHT/Shot key after exiting the menu)-in
fact, the camera will power of automatically after a few seconds
with no key pressed.
Fig.4: Selecting Parameter Settings
pressing the keys on the remote. which will show you each
parameter and its setting.

Press MENU (4a) Press DOWN (4b)
Press OK (4c)
EXAMPLES-Changing the Settings of Some Common
Parameters
Following this page, you will find tables listing all of the parameters
found in the SETUP Menu, along with their possible settings (or
range of settings), and a detailed description of what the parameter
controls and what the settings do. If you read the previous section
detailing how to select parameters and change their settings, you
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should be able to dive right in, find the parameter(s) you want, and
setup the camera to your preferences. But maybe you'd rather walk
through an example or two first:
To change any parameter's setting, always start with the power
switch in the SETUP position. After the LCD comes on, press the
MENU key.
The first parameter you will when you first enter the SETUP Menu
is ＂Mode＂. To change it from its default setting of ＂Camera＂
(still photos) to ＂Video＂(shoot video clips), press the DOWN key
to highlight＂Video〞(color viewer models). Press the OK key to
＂execute〞(Set) the new setting you′ve selected for this
parameter.
Now press the RIGHT key to move to another parameter in the
Menu. Pressing it four times will take you to″Video Length″. Try
using the UP and DOWN keys to scroll through the range of
settings, then press OK to lock in your setting for the length of each
video clip the camera shoots.
Pressing the RIGHT key several more times will get you to
the″Default Set″parameter. Highlight or select″Execute″(using UP
or DOWN) and press OK to restore all parameters (including the
Mode and Video Length parameters you changed a minute ago)
back to their original factory default settings. The default settings
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Be sure to set the current date and time, using the ″Set Clock″
parameter if you choose to change the″Time
Stamp″parameter
setting to″On″since that will tell the camera to imprint the date and
time on each of the images it captures.
Set Timed Scan
Timed scan is a revolutionary new feature for the KeepGuard
Cam, which allows you to monitor your food plots or field edges
with time lapse image or video. When set to "on",the cam will take
photo (or record a video clip) automatically at your choice of
intervals (for examples, once five minutes ) during a block of time
you set up for each day, without requiring a trigger from an
active animal. This has the advantage of giving you the ability to
monitor the edge of a field that might be 50 or 150 yards away from
the camera out of the PIR sensor's range. The result is en effective
range much greater than it would normally be, with the dependent
on triggers generated by nearby animals. This is a great tool for
hunter to scout an entire field with only one camera.
If an animals does enter the area covered by the PIR sensor and
generate a trigger event during a time in between the Timed Scan
intervals you set, the camera will capture an image or video just as
it normally would, based on your other menu setting. Here's how to
setup and use Timed Scan :
1. Move the main switch to SETUP, then press MENU.
2. Keep pressing the RIGHT key,stepping through the Setup Menu
until you reach Timed Scan.
3. Press the UP key to select On, and press OK. This takes you to
the screen to set Start and Stop times, which determines the clock
times when the first block of Timed Scan recording will begin and
end for each day. You can set these times to the exact hour and
minute you want, for a recording "Window" that lasts anywhere
from just a minute to a full 24 hours.
4. Set the [Start] and [Stop] times,beginning with the Start hour,
using the UP/DOWN keys to change the setting. The hour setting
is based on a 24-hour clock, with "00" hours=midnight, "12"
hours=noon, "23" hours=11PM,etc. To move to the next setting,
press the RIGHT key, change the minute for the start time with
UP/DOWN, then on to the hour and minutes setting for the stop
time.
5. After you finish setting the Stop minutes, press OK to confirm
your settings for the block of Timed Scan recording.
6. After setting Start/Stop time to define Timed Scan block, press
OK, then press the UP or DOWN key to select "Interval" and press
OK. The Timed Scan "Interval" setting lets you control how often a
photo or video clip is recorded during the block of time you defined
with the Start and Stop settings. Your options are 60 minutes, 30
minutes, 15 minutes, 5minutes (this is the default), or 1 minute (still
photo mode only). Use the UP/DOWN keys to select your
reference, then press OK to save it. Note that for videos, "interval"
is independent of the length of each video recording - it's how often
videos are recorded, not how long each one lasts.
7. Here's an example of how the camera would operate, based on
the following Timed Scan setting:

Timed Scan: On
[Start]: 6:00
[Stop]: 8:00
Interval :15M
These settings would cause the cam to capture a photo (or video, if
the camera is set to that mode) once every 15 minutes, beginning at
6:00AM, until the Timed Scan recording block stops at 8:00AM.
The next day, the camera would again record an image or video
once every 15 minutes between 6:00AM and 8:00AM. Remember,
Timed Scan recording is independent of normal triggers due to
animal activity - even if no animals enter the IR sensor coverage
zone, an image or video will still be captured every 15 minutes
during the block of time. If an animal triggers the camera"in
between" the 15minute intervals, it will be recorded, same as it
would if you has setup the camera with Timed Scan turned Off.
Note: Timed Scan setting of frequent intervals and/or long periods
between start and stop time can reduce battery life.
This camera can send pictures instantly to your mobile device via
GSM/GPRS network. You’ll be alerted just when a picture or video
has been taken. The camera sends MMS message through GPRS
network, so before using this function, you need to open GPRS
service from your service provider. It supports four band 850MHz,
900MHz, 1800MHz and 1900MHz. For related information, please
refer to section 4.1.14 MMS settings.
Set Work Mode
Work modes inlude Text report,Daily report,Send image size,
Send interval,Dail Report and Select GPRS Send.
The following shows how to set the Work mode:
Make sure the power Switch putted in the SETUP position.
After the LCD comes on,
1. Press MENU to display the setting menu.
2. Press RIGHT or LEFT until reach the “GPRS Setting” menu.
3. Press UP or DOWN to select Work mode. Press OK into 
submenu(Press MENU to exit.).
4.Press UP or DOWN to select ON or OFF. Select ON, the camera
will enter into the Send setting menu automatically. Select OFF to
close the Work mode.
As is shown in the following charts:
5. If you select ON, you can press UP or DOWN to select one Work
mode from four. Press OK to enter the submenu.
Take “Send image size” for example.
Press UP and DOWN to select the “Send image size”. Then press
OK enter into the submenu. Press UP and Down to select VGA,
CIF or QVGA. Press OK to save this setting and return to the
previous menu. Press MENU to exit.
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GPRS SETTING

NOTE: If you choose daily report, you need to set the daily report
time:**H, **M.
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TIPS:We have pre-set the parameters of some operators into the
camera. You just needs to select one of the operators, and the
camera will work and send MMS information according to the
preset phone number or email address. If the operator’s information
is not included in the camera, you must fill in the information. You
must select manual setting and set the parameters for the URL,
APN, IP and Port according to the settings the service provider
makes available. Please contact the network service provider if you
are not familiar with the settings.
Enter into “Send to” setting, you can set 5 phone numbers and 5 email
addresses.
The following shows how to set the Sent to setting:
1. Press MENU to display the setting menu.
2. Press Right or Left until reach the “GPRS Setting” menu.
3. Press UP or DOWN to select the “Send to”. Press OK to enter
submenu
4. Press UP or DOWN to select Phone No or Email address.
4.Press OK to enter into submenu. Press MENU to exit.
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4. Press number button to key in the digits, Press # or * to switch
between digits,letters or punctuations.
Press “ ← ” to delete. Press OK to save all the current setting and return
to info display.
As is shown in the following charts:
The following shows how to set the Net Setting:
1. Press MENU to display the setting menu.
2. Press Right or Left until reach the “GPRS Setting” menu.
3. Press UP and DOWN to select the Net setting. Press OK to enter
into the Net Set Mode.Press UP and DOWN to select between Auto
Setting and Manual Setting. Press OK to enter into the Net setting
menu.
4.Press UP or DOWN to select Auto Setting or Manual Setting.
5.Press OK to save current setting.Press MENU to exit.
Net setting
Send to setting
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The camera can send MMS message through GSM network, so
before using this function, you need to open GSM/GPRS service
from your service provider. It supports four bands 850MHz,
900MHz, 1800MHz and 1900MHz.
To set any parameters,always start with the power switch in the
SETUP Position. After the LCD screen comes on,press the MENU
key.
1.Press RIGHT or LEFT until reach the GPRS Setting menu item.
2.Press UP or DOWN to select Work mode.Press OK to enter into
submenu.
3.Press UP or DOWN to select ON.
4.Press OK to save this setting and reach Send Set item.You can
set these items according to the concrete requirement.
Attenion:Please don’t select Select GPRS Send as ON if you
want camera to sends MMS message via GSM network.
5. Press RIGHT or LEFT until return to the “GPRS Setting” menu.
6. Press UP and DOWN to select the Net setting. Press OK to enter
into the Net Set Mode.Press UP and DOWN to select between Auto
Setting and Manual Setting. Press OK to enter into the Net setting
menu.
7.Press UP or DOWN to select Auto Setting or Manual Setting. (If the
operator’s information is not included in the camera, you must
select Manual Setting and set the parameters for the URL, APN, IP
and Port according to the settings the service provider makes
available,Please contact the network service provider if you are
not familiar with the settings.).
9.Press RIGHT or LEFT until return to the GPRS Setting menu.
10.Press UP or DOWN to select Send to.
11.Press OK to enter into submenu.
12.Press UP or DOWN to select Phone No.
13.Press OK to enter into Phone NO input
screen.You can input 5 phone numbers. Use
the remote control to key your phone number.
Press or *to switch between digits, letters
and punctuations.Press number buttons to
key in the digits. Press “←” to delete.
14.Press OK to set the current setting and
return to the Send to menu.Press MENU to exit.
15.Press UP or DOWN to select Email address.
16.Press OK to enter into the Email address input screen.
17.After input the Email address,press OK to save all of these
settings and finish the Quick Start MMS Setting.
The camera sends image through GPRS network with SMTP
protocol to a Email address. Use this way the communication cost
will be much cheaper in many countries.
To set any parameters,always start with the power switch in the
SETUP Position. After the LCD screen comes on,press the MENU
key.
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11.Press UP or DOWN to select GPRS Email Setting.
12.Press OK to enter into submenu.There are four inputs,
press or * to switch between digits, letters
and punctuations.Press number buttons to
key in the digits.Press “←” to delete.
Below is the details about these parameters.
[GPRS Email Setting]
ServerSending email server name.
For example:smtp.126.com;
PortSending email server port.
For example: 25;
Sender: Sending email account. For example:[email protected]
Password: Sending email password. For example: 123456
13.Press OK to save the cureent setting and return to the Net Set
Mode menu.
GPRS Email Address(Email Inbox) Setting.
14.Press Right or LEFT to return to the GPRS
Setting Menu.
15.Press UP or DOWN to select Send to,press
OK to enter into submenu.
16.Press UP or DOWN to select GPRS Email
address.Press OK enter into its input screen.
17.Press OK to save all current setting and
return to info display to complete the Quick Start
GPRS Setting.
Attention:
If email via GPRS is chosen, please be sure to
• Confirm the Net Setting such as URLAPNIPPORT；
• Confirm the SMTP parameters,such as SeverPortSender
Password；
• Fill in at least one email address in the GPRS Emial Address
column.
1.Press RIGHT key or LEFT key until reach the GPRS Setting
menu item.
2.Press UP or Down to select Work Mode,
press OK to enter into submenu.
3.Press UP or Down to select ON.
4.Press OK to save this setting and reach
the Send set item. Press UP or DOWN until
reach Select GPRS Send,then press OK to
enter into its submenu.
5.Press UP or DOWN to select between ON
and OFF. Press OK to save this setting.(Press MENU to cancel
setting and to return to previous menu. )
6.Press RIGHT or LEFT two times to return the GPRS Setting
Menu.Press UP to highlight the Net setting.Press OK to enter into
the Net Set Mode item.
7.Press UP or DOWN to select Auto Setting.Press OK into the
Country Select item.Press UP or DOWN to seclect related country
and press OK enter into the Provider Select item (If the operator’s
information is not included in the camera, you must select manual
setting and set the parameters for the URL, APN, IP and Port
according to the settings the service provider makes available).
8.Press UP or DOWN to select related provider.
9.Press OK to save this setting.
10.Press RIGHT or LEFT to return to the Net Set Mode menu.
GPRS Email Setting
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MMS/GPRS Sending Testing
After completing the MMS/GPRS Setting,Please test it first before
using this function.
1.Put the power switch in OFF position,then put the power switch
in SETUP position.
2.Waiting for the mobile phone signal mark displays on the screen
and ensuring the signal enough strenth.
3.Press DOWN key to shot a photo, then it will enter into the
GPRS Testing menu and begin to send this photo to your email /
mobile phone.
4.It will take 1~3 minutes to complete the testing.
If the screen displays “GPRS texting Over, Communication
Err!”,it means that GSM/GPRS sending failed. Please ensure the
right MMS/GPRS setting,then follow steps and try it again.
If the sending is successfull,its screen will display “GPRS Testing
Over, Send Success”. It means the camera MMS/GPRS function
works well and the photo have been successfully sent to your
email / mobile phone.
For safety purposes, enter a password each time when entering into
SETUP mode. You could choose OFF to stop this function.The following
shows how to set the Password Setting.
1. Press MENU to display the setting menu.
2. Press Left or Right until reach
the “Password Set” menu. As is
shown in the right chart;
3. Press UP or DOWN to Select
ON or OFF.OFF is the default setting.
4.Press OK to set, press MENU to exit.
As is shown in the right chart;
5. If you select ON, you will enter the submenu---Password. Press
the UP, DOWN, Left, or Right to switch the digits or numbers from
the virtual keyboard. Press OK to key in one digit or number. Press
“←” to delete. You can key maximum 6 digits, numbers or alphanumeric
combinations.
6.Press MENU to save yourself password and return to info display.
As is shown in the following charts:
After selecting the Coordinate Input parameter,press UP or DOWN
to select the ON setting and press OK.
The Latitude and longitude for any location where you plan to place
the camera can be obtained at many websites, for example:
http://itouchmap.com/latlong.html. You can enter a nearby street
address,just zip code,or use the various types of maps to locate the
opproximate position.
The format you will need to use to enter the coordinates in the
KG860 menu screen is shown below:
N=North
S=South
Degrees
Latitude
(3 digits) Minutes Seconds
W=West
E=East
Degrees
Longitude
(3 digits)
Minutes Seconds
Latitude-----(La)N000,00’00”
Longitude--(Lo)W000,00’00”
Note: You may see
“Negative” latitude or
longitude coordinates
online. These designate
South latitudes and
West longitudes.
US/Canada locations
will have North (+)
latitude coordinates and
West (-) longitude.
Coordinate Input
Password Setting

10S (second)
default, with a
60M (minute)
to1S (second)
range of settings
available.
(60M-1M are set
in one minute
increments,
59S-1S are set in
one second
increments)
Selects the length of time that the
camera will"wait"until it responds to
any additional triggers from the PIR
after an animal is first detected and
remains within the sensor′s range.
During this user set"ignore triggers"
interval, the camera will not capture
photos/videos.
This prevents the card
from filling up with too many redundant
images. Settings begin with 10 second
default when parameter is first
selected.
Note:after setting down past ″1S″,
settings start over at ″60M″.
Sensor Level
Low,
Normal,
High,
Selects the sensitivity of the PIR
sensor. The″High″setting will make the
camera more sensitive to infrared
(heat) and more easily triggered by
motion, and the″Low″setting makes it
less sensitive to heat and motion. The
High setting can be useful when he
ambient temperature is warm(making it
more difficult for the sensor to detect
animals), and the Low setting may help
in cold weather if the camera is being
triggered too often by anything warmer
than the surroundings.
Off, On
Select ″On″ if you want the date&time
(that the photo was captured) imprinted
on every photo, select ″Off″ for no imprint.
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Interval
Time Stamp
(only afects
still photos)
The SETUP Menu-Parameters and Settings List w/Descriptions The SETUP Menu-Parameters and Settings List w/Descriptions
Parameter
Settings
(Bold=Default) Description
Mode
Camera,
Video,
Dual
Selects photos,video or photos&video
clips are captured when the camera is
triggered.
Image Size
(only affects
still photos)
12M Pixel
8M Pixel
5M Pixel
3M Pixel
Selects resolution for still photos from
3 to 12 megapixels. Higher resolution
produces better quality photos, but
creates larger files that take up more
of the SD card capacity (fills up
faster). 8M is a good compromise
between quality and file size.
Capture
Number
(only affects
still photos)
1 Photo
2 Photo
3 Photo
Selects how many photos are taken in
sequence per trigger in Camera
mode. Please also refer to the Interval
parameter.
Video Size
(only affects
video clips)
1280x720
640x480
320x240
Selects video resolution (in pixels per
frame). Higher resolution produces
better quality videos, but creates larger
files that take up more of the SD card
capacity (fills up faster). The 1280x720
setting provides “wide screen” format
HD video.
Video Length
(only affects
video clips)
Sets length per captured video clip.
Settings begin with 10 second default
when parameter is first selected. After
stepping down to 5S, video length
settings start over at 60S.
10S (second)
default, with
5S to 60S
possible range

On,Off
On,Off
Set Video Sound
Selcte "on" to recorder audio along with the Video
when camera is set to video when the camera is set
to video mode(saved file sizes will be slightly larger).
Password Set
Default Cancel,
Execute
Select ″Execute″ and press OK to restore all
parameters to the original factory default settings. If the
camera is behaving oddly and you think you may have
changed the setting for something accidently (but
aren′t sure which one), this will reset all parameters to
their most commonly used or “generic〞settings.
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Allows the user to input latitude and
longfitude coordinates for the camera’s
location.This data will be embedded in the
files saved on the camera’s SD cards,(If ON
is selected). This makes it possible to see
each camera’s Location as a “pushpin”on
Google Earth maps reviewing a folder full of
photos from multiple cameras or use other
“geotag” capable software(Picassa,etc.)
Coodinate
Input
On,Off
The SETUP Menu-Parameters and Settings List w/Descriptions
Deletes (erases) all files stored on a card to
prepare it for reuse. Always format a card that
has been previously used in other devices.
Caution! Make sure you have downloaded
and backed up any files you want to
preserve first! Press OK to execute (then
select Yes and press OK again on color viewer
models), press MENU (or select NO then
press OK) to exit without formatting.
Format
Execute
(following by
an addtional
NO)
Selects video standard /format for the″TV
Out″output jack．The video standard is NTSC
for the United States,Canada, Mexico, Asia
and South America. PAL is used primarily in
Europe.
NTSC, PALTV Out
Press OK and use the UP/DOWN keys(to change
the setting) and LEFT/RIGHT keys ( to move to the
next ield) to set the hour (24-hr format only,
″00″=midnight,″12″=noo and minute, and then (on
the lower row), the year, month and date.
Set Clock Set
Turns Timed Scan recording mode on/off.
When activated, Timed Scan forces the camera to
take photos or videos even when it is not triggered
by a nearby live animal, useful for constant
monitoring of an area that might be far away from
the camera. The user can set the start and stop
times for an independent block of Timed Scan
recording, as well as the interval time between each
photo/video.
Set Timed Scan
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For safety purposes, enter a password each
time when entering into SETUP mode.
You could choose OFF to stop this function.

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Mounting
After you′ve set up the camera′s parameters to your personal preferences at
home or in your truck, you′re ready to take it outside and slide the power
switch to″ON″. When setting up the KeepGuard Cam for scouting game or
other outdoor applications, you must be sure to mount it in place correctly
and securely. We recommend mounting the KeepGuard Cam on a sturdy
tree with a diameter of about 6 in. (15cm). To get the optimal picture quality,
the tree should be about 16-17 ft. (5 meters) away from the place to be
monitored, with the camera placed at a height of 5-6.5 ft. (1.5~2 m). Also,
keep in mind that you will get the best results at night when the subject is
within the ideal lash range, no farther than 45′(14m) and no closer than 10′
(3m) from the camera.
There are two ways to mount the KeepGuard Cam: using the provided
adjustable web belt, or the tripod socket.
Using the adjustable web belt: Fig. 5 illustrates using the web belt on the
KeepGuard Cam. Push one end of the belt through the two brackets on the
back of the KeepGuard Cam. Thread one plastic buckle part onto each end
of the belt. Fasten the belt securely around the tree trunk by clicking the
buckle ends together after tightening the belt so there is no slack left.
Fig.5: Attaching the Belt
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 1/4-20 thread.
Sensing Angle and Distance Test
To test whether the KeepGuard Cam can effectively monitor the area you
choose, this test is recommended to check the sensing angle and monitoring
distance of the KeepGuard Cam. To perform the test:
• Switch the KeepGuard Cam to the SETUP mode.
• Make movements in front of the camera at several positions within the area
where you expect the game or subjects to be. Try diferent distances and
angles from the camera.
• If the motion indicator LED light blinks, it indicates that position can be
sensed. If it does not blink, that position is outside of the sensing area.
The results of your testing will help you find the best placement when mounting
and aiming the KeepGuard Cam. The height away from the ground for placing
the device should vary with the animal size appropriately. In general, 3 to 6 feet
is preferred.You can avoid potential false triggers due to temperature and
motion disturbances in front of the camera by not aiming it at a heat source or
nearby tree branches or brush (especially on windy days).
Switching ON the Camera
Once you switch to the ON mode, the motion indicator LED (red) will blink for
about 10 seconds. This gives you time to close and lock the front cover of the
KeepGuard Cam and then walk away. During this time, the motion indicator
LED will blink red continuously. After it stops blinking, the PIR is active, and
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motion that is detected by it will trigger the capture of photos or videos as
programmed in the SETUP Menu. Be sure you have read the descriptions of
the Capture Number, Video Length, Interval and Sensor Level parameters.
Please note, the PIR is strongly sensitive to ambient temperature. The greater
the temperature diference between the environment and your subject, the
farther the possible sensing distance. The average sensing distance is about
45 ft.
Before leaving the camera unattended, please check for the following:
• Are the batteries or DC power supply inserted/connected with correct polarity
and is the power level is sufficient?
• Does the SD card have sufficient available space and is its write-protection
(lock) switch off?
• Is the Power switch in the ON position? (Do not leave it in SETUP).
PLAYING BACK/DELETING the PHOTOS/VIDEOS
After you have setup, mounted and activated your KeepGuard Cam, you will
of course be eager to return later and review the images it has captured for
you. There are several diferent ways this can be done.
Reviewing Images on the KeepGuard Cam LCD (Models with Color
Viewer only)
• Put the power switch in SETUP mode (switch to OFF first).
• Push the OK(Replay) key to enter image review mode.
• Use the UP/DOWN keys to scroll through your photos or videos. The right
corner of the display will indicate″JPG″for still photos,and a film icon for video
iles. Press the RIGHT(Shot) key to review a video.
• Push MENU to delete an image. Image delete mode works as described
below. To exit image review mode, press the OK key.
Reviewing Images on an External Video Monitor
A TV monitor can also be used to play back pictures (or videos) from the
device. Connect a TV monitor or a viewing device (such as a digital picture
frame) that has a standard composite video input (RCA jack) to the
KeepGuard Cam′s ″TV Out″mini jack using the supplied cable. Then:
• Put the power switch in SETUP mode (switch to OFF first).
• Press the OK key. The most recently
captured image will be shown on the
video monitor. For video clips, press
the SHOT (RIGHT) key to start playing,
press again to stop.
• Press the UP key for the previous
photo or video and the DOWN key
for the next one. When viewing images,
the total number of all images in the SD card and the index of the displaying
image are shown in the center of LCD and at the bottom of the video monitor
respectively.
• Press the OK key to return to live preview state (SETUP mode) when
playback is finished.
Deleting Photos or Videos
If you see a photo or video during playback on the LCD or video monitor that
you want to delete, it can be done easily without leaving SETUP mode:
• Press the MENU key. You will see the first″Delete″screen, which lets you
selects the option to delete only the currently displayed photo/video, or all

photos/videos (see below).
• Highlight the″Delete Current″ or ″Delete All″option, then press OK.
• Next, select ″Yes″ and pres OK to erase only the last displayed photo or video
(if you selected″Delete Current″), or every photo and video file on the card (if
you selected ″Delete All″ or select ″No″ and press OK to cancel the operation
without deleting any files.
NOTE: After deleting a picture or a video file, the deleted files can′t be
restored! It is also possible to delete all files from the card by using the
Format parameters.
Reviewing Images Directly From the SD Card
This is the most popular method of viewing images. Since
unmounting the camera and taking it to your computer isn′t very
convenient, you may find it easier to just take the card out. By
removing the SD card (swapping it for a new empty card if you like)
and taking it to your home or campsite to view the images by using
an SD card″reader″(user supplied) connected to your computer
(some computers and TVs have a built in SD card slot), you can
leave the camera in place ready to capture more images. Once
connected, the card reader works the same way as described
below-please read that section if you have any problem finding
your files.
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Reviewing Images by Connecting the Camera to a Computer
You can always unmount the entire camera from the tree and
connect its USB port to a computer-it will be recognized as
a″removable disk″,without the need to install any drivers or
software. When using a PC (or Mac*) to view photos (or video
clips), first connect the device to the computer with the supplied
USB cable. Then use commercial software with an image browser
feature, or an image browser included with the PC′s operating
system to view images saved on the SD card in the folder DCIM
100EK113. Each new image or video will be numbered
incrementally in order of the time it was captured. For example, you
will see file names such as ″PICT0001.JPG″or″PICT0001.ASF″.
Through the file format suffix you can distinguish whether the file is
a still photo (with suffix .jpg) or a video (with suffix .asf).
*″ASF″video iles may require additional software for viewing
on a Mac
The KeepGuard Cam supports 3 kinds of file system formats,
FAT12, FAT16, and FAT32.
The default value is FAT16 to save photos and videos. Here are
some related notes:
• You don′t need to be concerned about the file system format of
the KeepGuard Cam unless your equipment has problems
reading the SD card. If this happens, please format the SD card
with the KeepGuard Cam or in your computer first and then insert
the card into your KeepGuard Cam and try again.

•The default file system format of the KeepGuard Cam is FAT16,
which most computers can read. If you format an SD card for the
KeepGuard Cam in your computer, you should choose the file
system format FAT16. Normally FAT16 is recommended unless
you have another image viewer that uses FAT12 or FAT32 format.
DOWNLOADING THE PHOTOS/VIDEOS
To download your photos/videos to a PC or Mac, first make sure
the KeepGuard Cam power switch is in the OFF position. Connect
the supplied cable to the camera′s USB port, then directly to a main
USB port on your computer-do not use front panel/keyboard USB
ports or unpowered ″hubs″The KeepGuard Cam will be
recognized as a standard″USB Mass Storage″device (this may
take several seconds the first time you connect it). If you would
rather leave your camera in the woods and just pull its SD card out,
an SD card reader works the same way as described in this section
once the card is inserted and the reader is connected to your
computer.
With Windows XP or later, you can then
simply use the options in the pop-up
window to copy, view, or print your
photos (right).
On all Windows OS, the KeepGuard Cam
will also be listed as a″Removable Disk″if
you open the″My Computer″window (on Macs, an icon will appear
on your desktop). The KeepGuard Cam′s photo files are named
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″PICT0001.JPG″ etc,and are located in the ″DCIM\100EK113″
folder on this″Removable Disk″.Video file names will end
with″.ASF″.You may copy the photos/videos to your hard drive as
you would any file-just copy/paste or drag the file names or icons to
your drive or desktop.
After the photos are copied to your hard drive, you can disconnect
the KeepGuard Cam. (On Mac computers, drag the"disk"that
appeared on your desktop when the camera was connected into
your Trash to"eject"it before disconnecting.) The .jpg standard files
from the KeepGuard Cam may be viewed and edited with any
photo software you choose to use. The .asf video files may be
viewed with Windows Media Player (version 7 or later) as well as
other video playback programs that may have been supplied with
your computer, or are available online.
*".ASF"video files may require additional software for viewing
on a Mac.
Battery life is shorter than expected
1. Battery life will vary with operating temperature and the number
of images taken over time. Typically, the KeepGuard Cam will be
able to capture several thousand images before the batteries die.
2. Check to make sure you have used new alkaline or lithium
batteries. KeepGuard recommends using 8 Energizer Lithium AA
Troubleshooting / FAQ