KeepGuard KG760EB User manual

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Scouting CAM
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Model#s: KG760EB/KG760EV
KG761NB/KG761NV
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE #
Introduction
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General Description
3
Applications
3
Parts and Controls
4
Installing the Batteries and SD Card
6
Loading Batteries
6
Using an External Power Source
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Inserting the SD Card
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Using the KeepGuard CAM
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The OFF,ON and SETUP Modes
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OFF Mode
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ON Mode
10
SETUP Mode
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SETUP Mode Shortcut Keys/Functions
12
Using the SETUP Menu to Change Settings
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Changing Parameter Settings in SETUP Mode
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EXAMPLES-Changing the Settings of Some Common Parameters
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The SETUP Menu-Parameters and Settings List w/Descriptions
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Mounting and Positioning the KEEPGUARD CAM
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Mounting
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Sensing Angle and Distance Test
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Switching ON the Camera
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Playing Back/Deleting the Photos/Videos
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Reviewing on the LCD
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Deleting Photos or Videos
25
Reviewing Images Directly from the SD Card
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Reviewing Images by Connecting the Camera to a Computer
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Downloading the Photos/Videos
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Troubleshooting/FAQs
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Technical Specifications
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INTRODUCTION
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 200mA) 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 one second) and then automatically take photos or videos
according to previously programmed settings. The KeepGuard Cam is
equipped with built-in infrared 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.
Applications
The KeepGuard Cam can be used as a trail camera for hunting or scouting
game. It is also suitable for surveillance usage.

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PARTS AND CONTROLS
The KeepGuard Cam provides the following connections for external devices:
USB port, SD card slot, TV Out and external DC power in (Fig. 1). A three way
power switch is used to select the main operating modes: OFF, SETUP, and
ON (Fig. 2).
A control key interface with six keys is primarily used in SETUP mode to select
operational functions and parameters. As shown in Fig. 2, these keys are: UP,
DOWN, LEFT, RIGHT, OK and MENU. Four of the keys can also perform a
second function (shortcut operations in SETUP mode) in addition to their main
function: The DOWN key can be used to set the Video mode (movie camera
icon), and the UP key can set the camera to Photo mode (still camera icon).
The RIGHT key also serves as the manual shutter ("SHOT") button of the
camera and the OK key switches the camera to the playback ("REPLAY")
mode. These secondary functions are indicated by icons or text above the key
as shown in Fig. 2.

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Fig.1: Connections
FRONT VIEW
Fig .2: Button and Switch Guide
Cable to Battery Compartment
OK/Replay
Menu
Left
Right/Shot
LCD Screen
Up/Camera
Down/Video
Power/Mode Switch
LED IR Flash
Lens
Lock Hole
Motion/Low Battery Indicator
PIR Sensor
Latch
Light Sensor
SD Card Slot
DC In
USB Port
TV Out
JACK

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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. 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 right side 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 (see right), 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 (Energizer brand) or alkaline AA
batteries. NiMh Rechargeable batteries can also be used, but they might have

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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
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.
Note: The power connector is a 4.0 x 1.7mm coaxial DC power plug with
positive ”tip” (inside pin) polarity (Radio Shack P/274-1532 or equivalent). If
both an external power source is connected and batteries are installed, the
KeepGuard Cam will be powered by the external power source. When the
batteries become weak, the low-battery indicator LED will glow blue, indicating
the batteries should be changed.
Inserting the SD Card
The KeepGuard Cams have 32MB internal memory, which can hold only about
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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 SD card 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 make sure that the write-protect switch on the
side of the card is ″off″(NOT in the ″Lock″position). Following describes
how to insert and remove the SD card:
Insert the SD card into the card slot with its label side upwards (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 if the card is 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
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·To take out the SD card, just gently push in the card (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.
USING THE KEEPGUARD CAM
Once you've prepared your KeepGuard Cam by properly installing batteries
and an SD 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 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.

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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. 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.
ON Mode
Any time 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