LJ&L CamoCam III User manual

CamoCam™ Remote Video Surveillance
CamoCam III™
CAMOCAM™
REMOTE VIDEO SURVEILLANCE
Features
•Portable
•Lightweight
•Versatile
•Open Architecture
User’s Guide

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pletely read this manual and all other documentation pertaining to the
unit. Most problems are user error and can be eliminated if the in-
structions are read prior to use.
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CAMOCAM™ REMOTE VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM
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CamoCam™ is a trademark and a product of LJ&L Products, Inc. All other trade-
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Contacting Us
Here is a list of telephone numbers and addresses in the event you need
to contact our office.
HELP LINE — 1-318-894-9490
After hours call: 1-318-894-8451
Customer Service — 1-318-894-9490
Orders or Product Information — 1-318-894-9490
Warranty Information — 1-318-894-9490
Facsimile — 1-318-894-5905
E-mail Address — [email protected]
Website Address — www.camocam.net
Special Requests can be directed at 1-318-894-9490
We can custom tailor our systems for mission specific applications.
This includes different length cables. We have custom designed many
systems to meet many needs. Please inquire with anything that might
aid you in your application.

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Warranty Information
Your CamoCam™ Remote Video Surveillance System is warranted for 1
year—both parts and labor on all components EXCEPT:
The Sony recorder and Camera warranty is 90 days parts & labor.
The warranty does not cover abuse, acts of God, or damage of any
kind resulting from improper care. Contact LJ&L Products prior to
sending the unit back for repair.
1. Read these instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future
reference.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on all of the products.
3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and batteries prior to clean-
ing. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp
cloth for cleaning.
4. Do not use this product near water while charging with the wall out-
let.
5. Do not place this product on an unstable surface which may cause
the product to fall, causing serious damage to the product or persons.
6. This product should be operated by the type of power indicated on
the labels, marked on the product or listed in this manual.
7. Never push objects of any kind into this product through slots or
openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out
parts that could result in a fire or electrical shock. Never spill liquid
of any kind on the inside of this product.
8. Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or remov-
ing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other
risks. Refer all servicing to qualified servicing personnel.
9. Replace batteries with the same type as the product’s batteries we
recommend.
10. WARNING!! Batteries may explode if not handled properly. Keep
away from children and dispose of properly.
Important Safety Instructions
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Table of Contents
Notices 2
Table of Contents 3
Connecting the CamoCam III™
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Connecting the CamoCam III™ Continued 5
Connecting the CamoCam III™ Continued 6
Using the Camera 7
Using the Camera Continued 8
Tips & Tricks 9
Trouble shooting 10
Passive Infrared (PIR) Sensor 11
Seismic Sensor
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Magnetometer 13
Warranty & Safety Information 14
Contacting Us 15

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Connecting the CamoCam III™
Connecting the CamoCam III is easy; just follow these steps:
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*NOTE* Make sure the purge valve is turned counter-clockwise when first
opening the case. The purge valve is located under the handle. After opening
the case, be sure to close the purge valve to ensure the case is watertight.
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1. The connections are quite simple and straight forward. On the top of the
camouflage case you will find labeled connecting ports for the battery, ex-
ternal camera, system receiver and light sensor. The cables for connecting
the system components are located in the accessory case.
Figure A Figure B
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*NOTE* The gel cell battery comes fully charged from the factory. Included
with your CamoCam is a PowerSonic recharger. You may connect the charger
directly to each battery terminal or using the gray cable labeled “External Bat-
tery” you can charge the battery externally. This cable also allows additional 12
volt power sources to be used.
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2. Connect the external battery cable to the port labeled EXT.BATTERY/
CHARGING PORT and the alligator clips to the appropriate battery post. Red
should go to the positive post (red) and the black to the negative post (black).
3. Connect the system receiver cable, Figure C. This cable is labeled “System
Receiver” and is approximately 8 foot long. One end has a Lemo connector and
the other end is connected to the receiver inside the camouflage weather resistant
bag. The receiver should be located above ground so that signals can be received
from the sensors.
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Magnetometer
This sensor is used to detect metal objects such as vehicles.. This
sensor uses two 9 volt batteries located inside the case and will last
approximately 45 days. The sensor and processor is designed to be
buried and is totally water proof. The sensor transmitter is attached
to the cable coming from the processor box and MUST BE LOCATED
ABOVE GROUND.The transmitter cannot send a signal to the cam-
era system if it is buried. The enclosed paperwork contains detailed
instructions about placement and sensor activation.

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Seismic Sensor
The seismic sensor can be used to pick up seismic vibrations on the ground. Things
such as automobiles, ATV’s,or even footsteps cause these vibrations.
1. Install the two 9 volt batteries in the green sensor head. The batteries
will last approximately 45 days.
2. Detailed instructions are included with the sensors and should be read
to become familiar with the different settings. The sensitivity setting is
located on the outside of the box and has 5 different settings. Setting 1
is less sensitive and setting 5 is more sensitive. Adjust as needed.
3. The sensor transmitter plugs into the cable coming from the processor
box. The transmitter in the camouflage bag should not be buried, and
should be hung up from the loop to keep rain from entering into the bag
and short circuiting the transmitter. The transmitter must be above
ground so that it can communicate with the system receiver.
4. The sensor head should be buried and packed in the ground for optimum
performance. Do not hammer the spike into the ground as damage to
the head will occur.
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Connecting—Continued
*NOTE* The system receiver must be
connected for the system to recognize a
signal from one of the sensors.
Figure C
4. After connecting the receiver cable,
find the light sensor cable and plug it into
the port labeled LIGHT SENSOR. This
cable is approximately 12 inches long
with a Lemo connector on one end and a
light sensor on the other. The system uses this sensor to determine the ambient
light level so that the proper camera mode can record the images. The camera will
automatically go to the night-shot mode when light levels below 1 lux are de-
tected. Also, this works in conjunction with the programming switch, forcing the
system to sleep in program modes 1 through 6 when light levels are below 1 lux.
5. If needed, connect the bullet camera and setup monitor (optional) as shown in
Figure D to the external camera cable. This is a very simple procedure that most
people make difficult due to the number of connections that need to be made.
Let’s examine the photo. The external camera cable has 4 connections; on one
end, a power and two video RCA connectors (one male and one female) , and on
the other end, a Lemo connector (yellow ). To connect the monitor all you need to
do is plug in the RCA cable into the female RCA receptacle on the External Cam-
era Cable. The monitor has a power switch that needs to be turned on and that’s
it. The monitor unit has it’s own battery source that will need recharging once in
a while. The cables are all marked accordingly. All we have left is the bullet
camera. You will notice that it
only has two plugs on it, power
and video. The power connector
(red) plugs into the power plug on
the external camera cable, and the
video RCA connector (yellow)
plugs into the male video plug on
the external camera cable.
Figure D

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Connecting—Continued
6. The last connection to make is the Sony night-shot camera. This connector
is located on the lower left hand side of the case. The camera has a 10 foot
cable and connects to the connector protruding from the case. There is extra
cable, approximately 3 foot, that can be used by loosing the strain relief nut
and pulling the cable from the case. Be sure and tighten the nut after pulling
the cable out to seal the connector around the cable. This is very important
to maintain a waterproof seal with the case.
*NOTE* The CamoCam III system is designed for
only one camera to be used at a time. When using
the external bullet camera, be sure to turn off the
Sony Night Shot Camera. The OFF switch is lo-
cated on the camera control panel, Figure E. The
system will then power up the bullet camera and a
picture will be on the recorder display when acti-
vated.
Figure E
7. Let’s turn the unit on and run through a test. Turn on the System Power
switch, Figure F, which is located inside on the panel. In the ON position,
this switch powers up the processor and keeps the system in the run mode.
When the switch is in the OFF position and power is hooked up to a external
battery, power is supplied to the GVD 800 recorder and will allow you to
change tapes and aim cameras without recording .
*NOTE* Be sure to switch the system power to the ON position after setting up
and aiming the system camera. In the OFF position, no power is supplied to the
system receiver or the system processor and the system will not respond to the
sensors or key fob transmitter.
Figure F
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Passive Infrared (PIR) Sensor
The Passive Infrared (PIR) sensor is used to detect motion and heat.
It has a narrow detection range and care must be taken to properly
aim the sensor during installation. The radio link allows the sensor to
be located up to 2600 feet (line of sight) from the camera. For best
results, the sensor needs a solid background, such as the ground, a
building, or dense tree line, to shoot against. As with any PIR sensor,
it must be mounted in such a way that it will not move or vibrate. If
it is mounted in a tree and the wind moves the tree, the sensor will
false trip. It is supplied with two 9 volt batteries located inside the
cap on the case. To remove the cap simple undo the two latches lo-
cated on either side. The batteries should last approximately 45 days
under normal operating conditions.
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Trouble shooting—Continued
4. Date and time not showing on screen.
The digital recorder automatically records the date and time and will
show up on the play back. Digital recorder manual has details and
would be useful reading. Pressing the date and time button on the
recorder will show the date and time on screen.
5. It’s a good idea to put together a “kit” of useful tools and components
when going on a set. Some of the things we believe to be useful are:
a. Camo tape—purchase at sporting goods
b. Cordless drill and paddle bit - use to attach sensors, transmitters,
drill holes, set screws, hide bullet camera, etc.
c. Camo netting—purchase at sporting goods
d. Extra batteries
e. Switch assortment - you never know what you might need to
trigger the camera, and any normally open/closed switch can be
connected to our transmitters
f. Utility knife
g. Screwdriver assortment
h. All of the above can easily be placed in a duffle bag or toolbox
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Using the Camera
1. Figure G represents the wireless
“key fob” that allows you to test your
unit’s sending and receiving capabil-
ity. Once pressed, the key fob LED
flashes, letting you know it is send-
ing multiple signals to the receiver.
After pressing the key fob, please
wait approximately 10 seconds be-
fore pressing again.
Figure G
2. Find the Programming switch, Figure H, located on the right hand side of the
panel below the System Power switch. This feature allows you to select differ-
ent modes of operation for flexibility depending on site application. The dif-
ferent programs are listed on the Top Panel inside the case. Programs 1
through 6 are for different recording times and are for day time use only. In
these 6 modes, the system will shut
down and sleep when light levels fall
below 1 lux. Programs 7 through 9 and
0 will allow the system to operate 24
hours a day. Program 0 is set for 24
hour operation and 10 second motion
interval.
Figure H
3. The 24 hour mode uses the light sensor to automatically switch the Sony Night
Shot camera to Night Shot mode when light levels fall below 1 lux. During
daytime activation the Sony Night Shot camera will record pictures in color
and at night will switch to the Night Shot mode which is black and white.
*NOTE* The Night Shot switch on the camera control panel must always be in the
OFF position. The processor will activate this switch according to the light levels
detected by the light sensor.

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Using the Camera—Continued
4. With the System Power switch in the OFF position you can aim your camera
at the area you want to watch. Make sure you have the recorder switch in the ON
position and the Sony Night Shot camera switch in the ON position. If you are
using the external bullet camera, turn the Sony Night Shot camera switch to the
OFF position and move the System Power switch to the ON position. The exter-
nal bullet camera will come on when the system is activated by the key fob or
any of the sensors that are hooked up and ready to go.
*NOTE* If you are using the internal camera as your only video source, you
can still use the external camera cable for setting up the viewing angle of the
camera. Just use the RCA video connector on the external camera cable and
plug into the video adapter on the setup monitor. Unplug the external camera
cable from the case when finished.
It really is that simple. Try experimenting with different light levels, different
camera angles and different programming configurations BEFORE using on an
actual set. You’ll find that your level of frustration will be minimal if you’ve had
an opportunity to use the camera prior to depending on the camera for evidence.
Amazingly, most people don’t use the camera until it’s needed and then it be-
comes a crash course over the phone with our help line trying to work out the
bugs…..PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT!!
CAUTION!
Inserting a cassette into the recorder is accomplished as follows. Failure to
read the digital recorder operating guide may result in damage which is not
covered under warranty.
1. To use the EJECT function, the power switch must be in the ON position.
2. Press the EJECT button. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up
and opens.
3. Insert a cassette.
4. Gently close the cassette compartment by pressing the “PUSH” mark on the
cassette compartment.
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Tips & Tricks
Here are a few things to remember that will make setting up your system a more
enjoyable experience:
1. Make sure all batteries are fully charged before using the system.
2. Use a checklist to ensure all cables are with the camera before going into the
field.
3. Use FRESH batteries each time you use any sensor.
4. The EXTERNAL CAMERA connector on the case is used to connect ANY
12 volt DC camera, and also provides a means to view the setup monitor
while the case is closed using the “External Camera” cable
5. Make sure the Light Sensor cable is plugged in.
Trouble shooting guide.
1. Recording video in black and white during day time operation.
Light sensor cable not plugged in properly or sensor not capable of
sensing ambient light levels due to obstruction.
2. Will not activate from sensors.
Check that System Receiver is plugged in properly.
Check programming switch to make sure proper program has been
selected. The system sleeps when light levels are below 1 lux and
program 1 through 6 has been selected.
Sensors have fresh batteries and are turned on.
3. Bullet camera has no picture on screen.
Sony Night Shot camera switch in the ON position.
System not activated by either key fob or sensors.