Outdoor Cameras Australia Swift 3C Series User manual

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1.0 Introduction
The OCA Swift digital motion camera is an extremely versatile unit which you may nd more uses for than your original
intent. It is perfect for surveillance on farms, large commercial premises, illegal roadside dumping, and residential
areas. Due to their exceptional speed they are also great for wildlife monitoring both recreationally and for scientic
studies. They also have a time-lapse function which when combined with their long battery life, and weatherproof
shell make them popular for long term time-lapse photography of construction projects.
Make yourself familiar with the functions of the camera and if you need assistance know that you can contact Outdoor
Cameras Australia Mon-Fri 9-5.
1.1 Power Supply
a. Batteries
The camera runs on 8 AA size batteries (12V power supply to ensure camera performs on all functions). It can
work with high quality alkaline, high-quality NiMH, and high quality Lithium rechargeable batteries. We suggest
running the camera on either NiMH and Lithium batteries only as the performance with alkaline batteries
is much poorer than with NiMH or Lithium batteries -especially for night time photo and video.
Batteries should be inserted as indicated inside the battery case. Upside down batteries may cause a malfunction.
Also, we strongly recommend changing the batteries when the power icon on the camera screen or photo stamp
is empty.
Note: Don’t mix batteries types! Dierent battery types in the camera may cause permanent damage
which also violates warranty policy!
Due to dierent settings, the objects activities within camera detection zone, dierent brands and quality of
batteries, and environment, etc. we’re not able to determine the exact number of photos and videos that the
camera can take.The table below only shows approximate number of photos or videos the camera can take with
8AA alkaline batteries. Better performance can be given by 8 AA rechargeable NiMH and Lithium batteries. We
have found that battery brand signicantly alters the number of images you can get. If you are using alkaline
batteries we highly recommend Duracell or Energizer.
8AA Alkaline Batteries
Photos shot per day Working time Video clips shot per day Working time
IR LEDs 56
Max.Range 100 pics 36 days
10secs video clips 10 clips 37 days
Balanced 100 pics 31 days
Min. Blur 100 pics 21 days
IR LEDs 25
Photo 100 pics 89 days 10secs video clips 10 clips 179 days
Contents
1.0 Introduction............................................................................................................- 3 -
1.1 Power Supply.............................................................................................................................................- 3 -
1.2 SD Card Selection.......................................................................................................................................- 4 -
1.3 USB Connection .........................................................................................................................................- 4 -
1.4 Attention...................................................................................................................................................- 4 -
1.5 Key Features ..............................................................................................................................................- 5 -
2.0 Whole View and Details of Camera..........................................................................- 6 -
2.1 Figure 1: FrontView of Camera; .................................................................................................................- 6 -
2.2 Figure 2: BottomView of Camera;..............................................................................................................- 5 -
2.3 Figure 3: Internal, Side and Back View of Camera.......................................................................................- 6 -
2.4 Function Keys & Other Details....................................................................................................................- 7 -
3.0 Quick Start ..............................................................................................................- 8 -
4.0 Operation List..........................................................................................................- 9 -
4.1 Video/Photo Playback................................................................................................................................- 9 -
4.2 Delete........................................................................................................................................................- 9 -
4.3 Format of SD Card......................................................................................................................................- 9 -
4.4 PIR Test ......................................................................................................................................................- 9 -
4.5 Auto Power O...........................................................................................................................................- 9 -
4.6 Operation Menu.........................................................................................................................................- 9 -
5.0 Specication .........................................................................................................- 13 -
6.0 Trouble Shooting...................................................................................................- 14 -
6.1 Photos Do Not Capture Subject of Interest ...............................................................................................- 14 -
6.2 Camera StopsTaking Images or Won’tTake Images..................................................................................- 14 -
6.3 Night Vision Flash Range Doesn’t Meet Expectation ................................................................................- 15 -
6.4 CameraTakes Too Many Images...............................................................................................................- 15 -
7.0 Warranty ...............................................................................................................- 16 -

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b. Solar Panel
Our engineers have designed this camera to function with most standard 12V/1~2A built in lithium battery solar
panels. However, as rechargeable AA NiMH batteries need a higher voltage for charging, the solar panel cannot
charge the batteries in the camera.
c. Power Adaptor—Security Surveillance Purpose
This camera can also be powered by an external 12V/ 1~2A DC adapter. Remove the AA batteries when the power
adapter is used.
1.2 SD Card Selection
A memory card is required to operate the camera. When the camera is“ON”and no memory card is used, the screen
displays “Pls insert memory card”. The SD slot of the camera has a 32 GB memory capacity. Before inserting or
removing the memory card, the camera must be turned “OFF”. Failing to do so may cause loss of or damage of the
pictures already recorded from the memory card.When the SD card is full, the viewing screen indicates“Memory Full”.
The following data shows an approximate quantity of photos which can be recorded by the camera depending on the
memory card capacity.
The Chart below will show you the approximate capacity of dierent size SD cards. Please check to see which size card
can t your needs best.
4 GB 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB
Photo (pictures)
5MP 3585 7492 15307 30936
8 MP 2294 4798 9794 19795
12 MP 1613 3371 6887 13919
Video (hours)
640x480 00:22:28 00:46:57 01:35:56 03:13:52
HD 00:16:13 00:33:53 01:09:14 02:19:56
FHD 00:08:31 00:17:48 00:36:20 01:13:21
1.3 USB Connection - PC Camera
When the camera is connected via the USB cable; screen display“MSDC”, press“Menu”once,“MSDC”turns to“PC Cam”,
camera now can be used as a PC camera; press“Menu”again, camera exits PC camera mode.
1.4 Attention
1. Insert the SD memory card correctly. The camera must be turned o to have the SD card inserted or removed.
2. Please use high-quality AA batteries to prevent battery leaks. Remove batteries when the camera is not in use.
Battery leaks are not covered under Warranty. Do not put batteries in the wrong way around.as it can damage
the camera.
3. Ensure you use the correct adaptor (12V/1A or 2A )if you use a power supply.
4. In Test mode, the camera will automatically enter PIR Auto mode if there are no buttons pressed within 60 sec.
Please manually turn ON as if you want to do further conguration.
5. Don’t interrupt the power supply during system upgrade, please return it back to Outdoor Cameras Australia if the
device doesn’t work after upgrading.
6. Do not frequently insert or pull out SD card and battery or plug in and out the adaptor when the camera is on.
7. Do not have any oating objects, such as leaves, grass, strings, or ribbons in the motion detection zone of cameras.
8. Do not keep camera next to hot irrelevant objects, air conditioner exhaust vents, and light, etc. to avoid mistaking
photos or videos.
9. The wide angle camera model has a 100° FOV lens which means more ash is needed to get better night time
images than the average 52° FOV lens; that’s why the 56pcs 60° IR LEDs are used on this camera. To ensure these
56pcs IR LEDs can give enough ash for the wide angle lens high quality AA batteries must be used to deliver
enough amperage to power the illuminator consistently in dark environments.
10. Programmed Date/Time can be saved in the camera for 12 hours.
1.5 Key Features
1. 0.35 seconds triggerspeed;
2. Wide lens model: 100 degreeFOV lens; 110degreePIRangle;
3. Regular lens model: 52 degree FOV lens; 52 degree PIR angle;
4. 12MP/1080P@30FPS;
5. Programmable 5/8/12 Megapixel high-quality resolution;
6. 56pcs invisible IR LEDs, oer15metres (50feet)realnightvisiondistance;
7. Crystalclearday&nightphoto/videoquality;
8. 1photosburstwithin1second;
9. Support multiple functions: adjustable PIR sensitivity, Multi-shot (1~5 photos per trigger), programmable delay
between motions, Time Lapse, Timer, Audio Recording, TV out, stamp of (camera ID, date/time, temperature,
moon phase) on every single photo;
10. Available operation temperature: -30°C to 60°C;
11. Built-in 2.0”TFT colour screen;
SD
Size
Capacity

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2.0 Whole View and Details of Camera
2.1 Figure 1: Front View of Camera; 2.2 Figure 2: Bottom View of Camera;
25 IR LEDs
Light Sensor
Lens
PIR Sensor
31 IR LEDs
(Can be turned o)
56 IR LEDS
in Total
SD card slot
TV out
DC in
Battery slot
Push slightly to
open this cover
USB port

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2.3 Figure 3: Internal, Side and Back View of Camera
Power Switch
1. Switch ON to enable camera to work;
Note: indicator light ashes 5 times before camera starts to work on PIR (PIR
Auto Mode)
2. Switch ON, then press“OK”once to wake up camera
LCD screen to enter TEST Mode;
3. Press and hold button“OK”for 3 sec to get back to PIR Auto Mode
4. Switch OFF—Camera stops working.
Video/Photo
Switch
Switch ON to Camera icon—Photo mode, or PIC +Video mode
Switch Down toVideo Camera icon—Video Recording mode
IR LEDs Group
Switch
Switch up: 25—this uses just half of the camera’s IR LEDs
Switch down: 56—uses all 56 of the camera’s IR LEDs
GPRS Switch Switch is disabled for this model
b. Buttons
Display LCD 2”
Camera/Video
IR LEDs
Group Switch
Navigation/Modes
ON/OFF
Battery Slot
Camera/Video switch GPRS switch
Power switch IR LEDs Group switch
Navigation
Menu OK/Photo & Video Record/Test mode
2.4 Function Keys & Other Details
a. Switch Buttons

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3.0 Quick Start
3.1 How to Start the Camera?
Switch ON“Power Switch”
Note: Camera comes pre-programmed with factory default settings. So for test purpose, user only needs
to insert a SD card and batteries to start test by powering on.
3.2 How to Set the Functions?
a. Switch ON “Power Switch”, Press “OK”once to enter Test mode, then press button“Menu”once to enter
camera setting menu;
b. Use navigation buttons“” , “” , “”and“”to obtain favoured settings, press“OK”for conrmation and
save the preferred change, press“Menu”to exit current page;
c. Exit main menu, then press button“OK”for 3 secs to enable camera to work on PIR.
Note: For some settings, user needs to press “Menu” to save and exit the conguration after pressing
“OK”to conrm; (Cam ID, Delay, Time Lapse, Timer, Password)
3.3 Camera Default Settings in Red Letters
4.0 Operation List
4.1 How to View Your Images or Video
Switch ON“Power Switch”, Press“OK”once to enterTest mode, press arrow button“”to enter Playback; press
“”and“”for selection,“OK”to play photo/video.
1. Press button“”again to exit.
2. In Playback Mode, press“Menu”button to delete les, or format SD card; press“Menu”again to exit.
4.2 Delete
a. Delete one: delete selected photo/video;
b. Delete All.
Press“OK” to choose, press“”and “”for selection,“Yes”to conrm,“No”to exit to previous page.
4.3 Format of SD Card
a. No
b. Yes: to format SD card via camera.
Press“” and“”for selection, “Yes”to conrm,“No”to exit to previous page.
4.4 PIR Test
Switch ON“Power Switch”, Press“OK” once to enterTest mode, press arrow button“”to enter PIRTest mode;
screen display“DETECTING”when camera is in this mode.
Red indicator of camera ashes when PIR sensor detects anything in front of camera; but no photos or videos will be
recorded. Press“OK” to exit PIRTest Mode.
Note: Whether the camera detects anything or not, it will enter PIR AUTO MODE 5mins later.
4.5 Auto Power Off
In Test mode, camera will automatically enter PIR Auto mode if no keypad touching within 60 sec. Please manually
turn ON it as if you want to do some further congurations.
Note: camera stays in“Test” mode if camera is in Menu conguration pages.
4.6 Operation Menu
Test mode, Press“Menu”once to enter camera setting menu; to navigate setting interface by pressing“”, “ ”, “ ”,
or“”, press“OK”for selection, and“Menu”to exit to previous page.
Note: For some settings, user needs to press “Menu” to save & exit the conguration after pressing “OK”
to conrm; (Cam ID, Delay, Time Lapse, Timer, Password)
Cam
Cam ID
OFF/ON
Cam Mode
Photo/Pic + Video
PIC + Video/ Video ON Video Size
1080P/720P/D1 Video Length
05~60 Secs
Resolution
5MP/8MP/12MP
Night Mode
Balanced/Min. Blur/Max Range
Multi-shot
1P/2/3/4/5P
Other
Language
English...
Date/Time
Month : Date : Year : Hour : Min : Sec
Time Stamp
OFF/ON
Battery Type
Alkaline/NI-MH
Frequency
50Hz/60Hz
SD Cycle
OFF/ON
Reset
Yes /No
Password
OFF/ON (6 digits)
About
Firware Version
PIR
Sensitivity
High/Middle/Low
Delay
OFF/ON
Time Lapse
OFF/ON
Timer
OFF/ON

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Cam
Settings Programmable Options
Cam ID Select “ON”, press “OK”, to set 4 digits/ letters for each camera. The name is then printed
across the bottom of the image. Used for identifying which camera images are from.
Cam Mode
Photo, PIC+VIDEO, Video
1. Switch ON “Photo/Video Switch” to Pic icon—Photographing mode, or PIC + Video
mode;
2. Select “PIC+VIDEO”, camera shoots photo(s) rst, then video upon same trigger event
based on Video Length and Multi-shot user congured.
3. Switch Down “Photo/Video Switch” to Video icon—Video Recording mode (still has
same options in the menu though)
Image Size 5MP, 8MP, 12MP (5MP recommended)
Night Mode
1. Min. Blur: Short exposure time (1/30 sec) to minimize motion blur for better image
quality; shortened IR ash range; uses more battery because it uses a brighter infra-
red ash.
2. Max. Range: Longer exposure time (1/8 sec) to extend IR ash range for better night
vision; lower image quality; uses less battery.
3. Balanced: combination of above 2 options; (1/15 sec exposure)
Multi-shot Programmable 1~5 photos per trigger (1P-5P)
Video On
Video Size FHD1080P: 1920*1080, HD720P: 1280*720, VGA 640*480
Video length 5~60 Secs (recommended 20-30 seconds)
PIR
Settings Programmable Options
Sensitivity
High, Middle, Low
Higher sensitivity is 1) more sensitive to movements by smaller subjects; 2) longer detection distance; 3)
easier for sensor to detect dierence between body heat and outdoor temperature; 4) easier to trigger
camera to record. In high temperature environment, body heat of subjects and environment temperature
is hard to tell by camera, suggest setting High.
Delay
Select “ON”, press “OK”, to set a time interval that you desire between photos/videos upon motion. This will
reduce the number of images your camera takes..
Example: Camera will wait 1 minute between photo/video recordings with motion if pre-set time interval
is 00:01:00
Congurable delay time: 3 second to 24 hours.
Note: Pls don’t turn ON Time Lapse and Delay simultaneously!
Time Lapse
Select “ON”, press “OK”, to set the interval; PIR sensor of camera will be turned o; camera will shoot pics or
video clips automatically upon the interval user set.
Congurable interval: 3 seconds to 24 hours.
Note: Pls don’t turn ON Time Lapse and Delay simultaneously!
Timer
Select “ON”, press “OK”, to set the beginning time and end time (hour/minute); The camera will then only
work during the time period set.
i.e.: 15:00 – 18:00; camera only works during 15:00 – 18:00

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Other
Settings Programmable Options
Language English…
Date/Time Month : date : year; hour : minute : second
Note: Pls adjust camera date/time to ensure some functions work as expected.
Stamp Imprints of programmed camera ID, moon phase, temperature, date, and time on photo
Battery Type Alkaline/ NI-MH
Choose the correct battery type so the camera performs at its best.
Frequency 50HZ, 60HZ; When viewing the screen inside the camera if it is ickering try changing the HZ setting.
Some electrical objects can interfere with the camera
SD Cycle If“ON”, the camera will write over the oldest image on the SD card if it lls the SD card.
Reset Select “Yes”to reset camera back to factory default settings.
Password
Select “ON”, press “OK”, to enable password protection for your camera; support totally 6 digits/
alphabets long password access. If you forget the password it must be sent back to Outdoor Cameras
Australia to be reset.
About Firmware version in camera
5.0 Specications
Image Sensor 5 Mega Pixels Colour CMOS
Eective Pixels 2560x1920
Day/Night Mode Yes
IR range 20m
IR Setting Top: 25 LEDs, Foot: 31LEDs
Memory SD Card (8MB – 32 GB)
Operating keys 10
Lens (Wide lens model) F=3.0; FOV=100°; Auto IR-Cut-Remove (at night)
Lens (Regular lens model) F=3.0; FOV=52°; Auto IR-Cut-Remove (at night)
LCD Screen 2”TFT, RGB, 262k
PIR Sensitivity 3 sensitive levels: High / Normal / Low
PIR distance 12m – 15m
PIR Angle Wide lens model: 110°; Regular lens model: 52°
Picture size 5MP/8MP/12MP =2560x1920/3264x2448/4000x3000
Picture Format JPEG
Video resolution 1080P (1920x1080): 30FPS, 720P (1280x720), 640x480
Video Format AVI
Video Length 5-60sec. programmable
Shooting Numbers 1-5
Trigger Time 0.35~0.45s
Trigger Interval 4s-7s
Camera + Video Yes
Playback Zoom in 2x, 3x, 4x
Device Serial No. Yes
Time Lapse Yes
SD Card cycle ON/OFF
Operation Power Battery: 12V; DC: 12V
Battery Type 8AA
External DC 12V
Stand-by Current 0.173mA
Stand-by Time 4~6 months (4×AA~8×AA)
Auto Power O auto switch to mode“ON”in 60s without any operations
Power Consumption
IR LEDs 25 Photo: 120mA;Video: 110mA
IR LEDs 56
Regular lens Photo:
Max.Range: 670mA Balanced: 850mA
Min.Blur: 1050mA Video: 670mA
Wide lens Photo:
Max.Range: 850mA Balanced: 1050mA
Min.Blur: 1250mA Video: 670mA
Low battery Alert 8.8V (8.8V: alert; 8.6V: power o)
Interface TV out/USB/SD Card/DC Port

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Mounting Strap; Tripod
Operating Temperature -30°C to 60°C
Storage temperature -30 °C to 70°C
Operation Humidity 5%-90%
Waterproof spec IP54
Dimensions 131.42 x98.72 x77.44mm
Weight 404g
Certication CE FCC RoHs
6.0 Trouble Shooting
6.1 Photos Do Not Capture Subject of Interest
1. Ensure the subject is within 15m of the camera. Smaller animals need to be closer.
2. Try to set your camera up in an area where no heat resources are operating in the camera’s eld of view
(generators, etc).
3. In some cases, if the camera is set near water it may take images with no subject in them. Try to aim the camera
over ground.
4. Try to set camera on stable and immovable objects, i.e.: large trees or posts. If the tree has the slightest movement
it will trigger the camera.
5. At night, motion detector may detect beyond range of the IR illumination. Reduce distance setting by adjusting
sensor sensitivity.
6. Remove any limbs or grass which are in front of the camera and could set o the motion sensor (this is most likely
to occur during the heat of the day).
7. Rising sun or sunset can trigger sensor. Camera must be reoriented.
8. If person/animal/vehicle moves quickly, it may move out of the camera’s eld of view before the photo is taken.
Move camera further back or redirect camera. For capturing vehicles the camera works best facing the back of the
vehicle as it drives away from the camera.
9. Ensure that the motion sensor is not inadvertently covered.
10. Ensure your camera is targeted well capturing the target moving across the middle of the image frame for
bestresults.
6.2 Camera Stops Taking Images or Won’t Take Images
1. Please make sure that the SD card is not full. If the card is full, the camera will stop taking images.You can turn on
the Cycle Recording to avoid such problems.
2. Check batteries to make sure that alkaline, NiMH or lithium AA batteries are well powered. It is always a good idea
to try another set of new batteries.
3. Make sure that the camera power switch is in the“On”position and not in the“O”or “Test”modes.
4. Please format the SD card with camera before using or when camera stops taking images. It is also a good idea
to try another SD card
6.3 Night Vision Flash Range Doesn’t Meet Expectation
1. 4pcs of AA batteries are not able to support camera night vision ability; please install 8pcs of AA batteries;
2. Please check to make sure that batteries are fully charged or well powered;
3. “Max Range”oers better IR ash range. Given IR ash range values are based on Max Range setting; so please
adjust Night Mode to Max Range for better night vision ash range;
4. High-quality 1.5V NiMH or Lithium rechargeable AA batteries can also oer much better IR ash range; alkaline
batteries cannot deliver enough amperage to power the illuminator consistently at night;
5. To ensure accuracy and quality of night time image, please mount the camera in a dark environment without any
obvious light sources (eg vehicle lights);
6. Surroundings (like trees, walls, ground, etc.) within ash range can get you better night time images; please do
not aim camera to an open eld where there is nothing within IR ash range to reect ash back; it’s like shinning
a torch into the night sky, you can’t see anything.
6.4 Camera Takes Too Many Images
1. If the camera is taking images and it appears nothing is setting it o it is usually due to vegetation in front of the
camera blowing in the wind or what the camera is attached to is moving.
2. This can occur if the camera is low to the ground and there are hot conditions. (You will notice more images during
the heat of the day).Try elevating the camera more.

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7.0 Warranty
Based on a strict Quality Control system, we are happy to oer our customers a two year warranty.
Our products are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of
original purchase. If a defect exists, we will, either repair the product at no charge using new or refurbished parts; or
exchange the product with a functionally equivalent product that is new or refurbished.
This warranty excludes damage resulting from abuse, accident, modications or other causes that are not defects in
materials and workmanship, or by someone other than our authorised technicians. This warranty only covers failures
due to defects in materials or workmanship under normal usage. The warranty does not cover damage to the camera
from battery leaks, or insect damage.
To obtain warranty service, please call us to determine the nature of the problem before returning the product under
this warranty (with a written description of the problem and print samples) for repairing or exchanging.