NATURESPY NS-URSTC User manual

Ursus Trail Camera Manual
MODEL: NS-URSTC
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Ursus noun
Ur·sus | \ˈərsəs \
: a genus (the type of the family Ursidae) of bears
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Thank you for purchasing the NatureSpy®Ursus Trail Camera!
NatureSpy
®
is a social enterprise and all profits from each sale goes to
wildlife
conservation
projects worldwide. We aim to provide the very best equipment, expertise
and support to help people and animals
live a wild life®.

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Notes Before Use
This manual has all the information needed to get the most from your new camera, as well as some
troubleshooting tips and warranty information.
You can also
scan the QR code
at the front of this booklet to go to the Ursus Trail Camera support
page for set-up help and hints and tips or visit
naturespy.org/support.
Handy First Use Tips:
1. To set the camera parameters and arm the camera, turn the camera switch to the ON position.
2. When replacing the batteries and SD card ensure the camera switch is in the OFF position.

3. The color of the LED Indicator;
①The LED flashes red when in setup mode and the PIR is activated, or when ready for operation.
The LED goes off when the camera in armed.
②When battery is too low, the indicator light turns blue.
③When left in standby / setup mode for a long period, the indicator flashes purple.
④During a firmware update, the indicator light flashes green.
4. Only use Alkaline or Lithium batteries.
5. When inserting the SD card into the camera, make sure that the SD card lock switch is not in the
Lock position.
6. When using an external power supply, make sure that voltage is 12V.
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Notes Before Use

8. Before storing or a long period of non-use, remove the batteries.
9. The camera cannot be submerged in water.
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Notes Before Use

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1. Load 6x lithium AA (non rechargeable) or alkaline AA batteries
2. Insert the SD card
3. Move the switch to the On position
4. Press the MENU button
5. Press the UP / DOWN button to select Photo, Video or Dual Mode
6. Press the OK button to select desired option
7. Press MENU to return the main screen. Camera will eventually display a
countdown – at the end, the screen will turn off and the camera will be
armed and ready to go!
Quick Start

Camera Overview
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PIR
Mic
LED Indicator
Lens
IR LEDs
SD Card slot
ON / OFF
Switch
Controls Battery
Compartment
2.4” Display
Screen

SD Card
Once opened, you will see the 6 slot for AA batteries. For maximum battery
life, we recommend using 6x lithium AA (non-rechargeable), but the camera
can also run on alkaline batteries.
Please be sure to insert each battery with correct polarity to avoid damage.
Insert the SD card with the camera switched off. We recommend that
you format the SD card in the camera on first use. The camera supports
up to amaximum 256GB SD card capacity.
Power Supply
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We recommend mounting the camera on a sturdy tree or post. To get the optimal picture quality,
the tree should be about 10-15 ft (3-4m) away from the place you want to monitor, with the camera
placed at a height of 1-2ft (30-60cm) off the ground. Also, keep in mind that you will get the best
results at night when the subject is within the ideal flash range, no farther than 60ft (19m).
There are two ways to mount the camera: using the provided adjustable strap or the tripod socket
on the base.
Mounting
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To test whether the camera can effectively monitor the area you choose, you can check the sensing
angle and monitoring distance of cam. To perform the test:
1. Switch cam to ON mode.
2. Move / wave your hands in front of the camera at several positions within the area where you
expect the wildlife to be. Try different distances and angles from camera.
3. If the LED indicator blinks red, it indicates that the movement has been detected.
The results of your testing will help you find the best place where mounting and aiming the camera.
You can reduce potential false triggers due to temperature and motion disturbances in front of the
camera by avoiding any heat sources and by ensuring there a no branches / waving grass
immediately in front of the camera.
Sensing Angle and Distance Test
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You can check and change the settings of the camera using the display screen. Moving the power
switch to the ON position will turn on the LCD display and you will see the screen as below
(depending on camera mode). Press the MENU button to access the camera settings.
Operational Modes
TT
3M 1080P
00000/00888 00:00:00
Camera Mode
Time Stamp ON
Time Scan ON
SD Card
Battery Level
Video Mode
Image Resolution Photos Taken Audio Rec ON Video Resolution
Available Video
Recording Time
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Video Mode
Photo Mode
Time Scan ON
Time Stamp ON
Battery Level

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Clock
Mode
Image Size
Set Exit
Set Clock
OK
Set
MENU
Press OK and use UP/DOWN keys (to change the setting )and
LEFT/RIGHT keys (to move to the next field )to set the hour (24-
hr format only, “00”=midnight,“12”=noon) and minute, then
move to the next row to set the year, month and date
accordingly.Once all settings are made, press OK to save.
Set Exit
Mode
OK
Video
MENU
Dual
Camera Select photos or video mode. Camera means Photo
mode,“Dual”=Camera +Video
Set Exit
Image Size
OK
16M
MENU
30M
5M Select image resolution. Higher resolution produces better
quality images but creates larger files that will occupy more space
on the SD card.
Settings

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Capture Number
Camera Name
Interval
Selects howmany photos are taken in sequence per trigger in
Camera mode.This setting affects photos taken in Field Scan
mode as well.
Set Exit
Capture Number
OK
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MENU
Set Exit
Camera Name
OK
Input
MENU
Allows the user to set acustomised name for the camera.This is
useful for identification purpose when multiple cameras are used
at the same time since the camera will imprint its name on all
photos (but not videos) it captures.
Set Exit
Interval
OK MENU
10s
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 interval, the camera will not capture photos/videos.
Settings

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Sensor Level
Flash Mode
Work period
Set Exit
Sensor Level
OK
High
MENU
Four options:Auto, Low, Normal, High.We recommend leaving on
High, and changing if you get too many false triggers.
Set Exit
Flash Mode
OK
Fast Motion
MENU
Low
Long Range
Three options:Low, Fast Motion, Long Range.We recommend Fast
Motion as default, but Long Range if you need to light abigger area,
and Low if you are closer to the subject.
Press OK on the On option and use UP/DOWN keys (to change the
setting )and LEFT/RIGHT keys (to move to the next field )to set
time.Once all settings are made, press OK to save.The camera will
then only trigger during the set period.
Set Exit
Active Period
OK MENU
off
on
Settings

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Format
Time Stamp
Time-lapse
Set Exit
Format
OK
Execute
MENU
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.
Make sure you have downloaded and backed up all files you want to
preserve first. Press OK to execute, press MENU (or select NO then
press OK) to exit without formatting.
Select “ON” if you want the infobar imprinted on every photo and
video. Select “OFF” for no infobar.
Set Exit
Time-lapse
OK MENU
OFF
ON
When activated, Time-lapse forces the camera to take photos or
videos even when it is not triggered.This is useful for constant
monitoring of an area or for reptile /amphibian monitoring.You
can set start and stop times for two independent ‘blocks’ of time.
The camera will still trigger independently if the PIR is activated.
Note:two time blocks can not overlap –if set this way, the time-
lapse will fail.
For example: A 8:00-12:00 B13:00-23:00 is ok.
A 8:00-12:00 B11:00-23:00 would fail.
Time Stamp
Set Exit
OK MENU
OFF
ON
Settings

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Coordinate Input
Language
Default
Set Exit
Coordinate Input
OK
OFF
MENU
ON This option allows user to input latitude and longitude
coordinates for camera's location. This data will be embedded in
photo files saved on the camera’s SD card.
Set Exit
Language
OK
English
MENU
Set your preferred language.
Set Exit
Default
OK MENU
Execute Select“Execute”and press OK to restore all parameters to the
original factory default settings.
Settings

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Version
Set Exit
Version
OK MENU
561NC2Dx19XXX
This shows firmware version being currently used in this camera.
Settings

Model Number
KW561
Max Pixels
30MP
Lens
lens: f=7.36mm F/NO:2.8 FOV=55
°,HOV=42°
IR
-Flash Range
48*940nm LEDS
Display Screen
2.4 inch HD Color Display
Image Size
30MP;16MP;5MP
Video Size
1920*1080; 1280*720 ; 640*480
PIR Sensitivity
PIR with 4 sensitivity levels:High/ Normal/ Low/Auto
Response Time
Picture trigger: < 0.25 s, Video trigger: <0.6s
Triggering Interval
1sec
-60min programmable
Capture Number
1
-9 programmable
Video Length
5
-60sec. programmable
Power Supply
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×AA recommended；DC 12V
Operating Temperature
-20
-60℃（Storage temperature:-30-70℃）
Operating Humidity
5%
-90%
Waterproof
IP67
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Specification

2 year limited warranty
Your NatureSpy product is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for
two years from the date of purchase. In the event of a defect under this warranty, we will, at
our option, repair or replace the product. To claim under this warranty, contact us using the
email address above.
This warranty does not cover damages caused by misuse (including, but not limited to, water
damage caused by submersion, unsuitable power supplies, battery leakage or improper
storage) improper handling or installation (including, but not limited to, cracked or broken
outer cases due to excessive impact, heat or mishandling), damage caused by wild animals or
maintenance provided by someone other than a NatureSpy authorised service department.
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If you have any questions regarding your Ursus Trail Camera, get in touch with us by
emailing
[e-mail]
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Warranty and Service