Reveal TACTACAM XPRO User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
REVEALCELLCAM.COM

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
What’s in the Box
What You Will Need
QUICK START
Setting Up the Camera
Setting Up Your Account
Downloading the App
Add Camera to the App
Remotely Change Camera Settings from the App
Sending a Test Picture
Leaving your Camera out in the Field
SETTINGS & SPECIFICATIONS
BEST PRACTICES
Proper Camera Placement
Batteries and Cellular Trail Camera Performance
TROUBLESHOOTING
Camera Sends Pictures of Nothing
Night Vision Flash Range Doesn’t Meet Expectations
Camera Stops Taking Images or Won’t Take Images
Internal Condensation on Lens
Camera Accidentally Submerged in Water
WARRANTY
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• (1) Trail Camera
• (1) Instruction Manual
• (1) Mounting Strap
• (1) Antenna
• (1) SIM Card (May or may
not be pre-installed)
• Full-size SD Card - Class 10, U3, 32GB
• Recommended Brands: Tactacam,
Lexar, SanDisk
(Other brands of low-end SD cards are incompatible
with the REVEAL and will yield unexpected results)
• (12) AA batteries required - Lithium
batteries recommended in colder
temperatures
INTRODUCTION
WHAT IS IN THE BOX? WHAT YOU WILL NEED
RECOMMENDED CAMERA ACCESSORIES (NOT INCLUDED)
SD Card Solar Panel
T-Post MountLockable Security Box
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Adjustable Camera Stake

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INTRODUCTION
Lens
Antenna Port
Camera Working Status Indicator
Microphone
SIMs Slot (do not mix SIM’s with other cameras)
Display Screen
PIR Motion Sensor
IR LEDs
Navigation Arrows
SD Card Slot
Power/Enter
Battery Eject Button
External Battery In/DC Port
USB-C Port
Tripod/Mount Attachment
Cable Lock Holes
1/4-20 Accessory
Strap Holes
Solar Panel Attachment Rails
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SETTING UP THE CAMERA
QUICK START GUIDE
1. Install camera’s antenna.
• Note: Do not over tighten the antenna, once it is secure stop tightening to prevent
antenna port damage.
2. Install a Class 10 U3 SD card (32GB).
• Recommended brands are: SanDisk, Lexar and Tactacam
3. Install 12 AA batteries.
• To eject the battery tray, press the EJECT button on the REVEAL. When inserting
AA batteries correctly orientate + and - on the front and back of the tray.
• See battery details on page 14 under Best Practices.
SIM Card
For cameras with a single SIM, the card may or may not be pre-installed. Cameras
packaged with two SIMs allow you to select a carrier that works strongest in the
area of your camera’s location. NOTE: SIM cards are exclusively paired to a camera
at the time of manufacture, so please do not remove, swap, or replace with a
different SIM card.
Activation of your camera can be done conveniently through the REVEAL mobile
app during setup.
https://www.revealcellcam.com/data-plans
Here is the link to our Data Plans and Coverage Map

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In your Apple or Google Play Store, download the
Tactacam REVEAL app and sign in using the same
email and password you created on the website
(https://account.revealcellcam.com).
DOWNLOADING THE APP
If this is your rst REVEAL that you are activating,
please visit the REVEAL Web Portal at
https://account.revealcellcam.com/activation to
set up your account. Android users can also access
the Web Portal directly from your app, by clicking
My REVEAL on the account page in the app.
If you already have a REVEAL account with
ACTIVE cameras, you can simply log in to
your app and add your camera following the
instructions on page 8.
SETTING UP YOUR ACCOUNT
QUICK START GUIDE

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QUICK START GUIDE
1. Navigate to the REVEAL app on your device and login using
your REVEAL account credentials. Click the home icon.
2. Click the menu in the upper left corner.
3. Select “+ Add a Camera”
4. Select the plan you wish to have and the model of the
camera.
5. Follow the prompts, allow access to the camera of your
phone, and then scan the QR code on the camera.
6. Next, follow the prompts and insert your SIM card (if SIM
is not pre-installed).
7. Complete network selection by following the in-app
prompts.
8. Name your camera and assign a location.
ADD CAMERA TO THE APP

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QUICK START GUIDE
From the camera page click the box under the
camera name. Then choose “Camera Settings”.
Make sure to select “Apply Settings” when done to
save your changes.
Note: In camera’s SETTINGS > Settings Check,
Daily mode will check settings every 24 hours.
Hybrid mode combines the battery saving
benets of Daily mode along with the rapid
update features of Instant mode. Instant mode
will receive settings instantly but will consume
more battery.
X-Pro allows you to fully control your camera settings directly on the screen. Use the
keypad to navigate left, right, up, down, and enter to adjust camera settings. For best
results, we recommend leaving the camera settings in factory mode.
SMS CONTROLS/ON-SCREEN SETTINGS
1. Allow the camera to connect to 4G signal.
Your signal strength will be displayed on
the screen.
SENDING A TEST PICTURE
REMOTELY CHANGE THE CAMERA SETTINGS FROM THE APP.
• After your camera is activated, you will see
the signal status indicator searching, and
then connect showing the signal strength.
• After the camera has connected, push the
power/enter button to send a photograph.

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1. Using the display screen on the REVEAL, position the camera to your
desired focal point.
2. Ensure the antenna is securely tightened.
3. Wipe down the seal, removing any dirt and/or debris.
4. Hit the left navigation arrow to enter work mode or allow the camera
to enter work mode automatically after a short period of time (work
mode means the camera is on and will function correctly). Your
camera will then begin sending you photos.
5. As long as your phone picks up a signal, be sure a motion detected
picture is sent to your phone via the app. This may take a few minutes.
LEAVING YOUR CAMERA IN THE FIELD
START USING THE REVEAL X-PRO
SENDING A TEST PICTURE (CONTINUED)
• When your test picture has been sent successfully, a message is
displayed on the REVEAL screen notifying you.
• If your test picture does not send, a send failure message will display
on the REVEAL screen.
2. As long as your phone picks up a signal, be sure a motion detected
picture is sent to your phone via the app. This may take a few
minutes.

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SETTINGS / SPECIFICATIONS
Camera Mode Photo; Photo+Video
Day/Night Mode Daytime: Color, Nighttime: B+W
IR Range 80+ Feet
PIR Angle 45*
Flash No Glow IR Technology effectively eliminates all
visible ash
Operating Keys (2) 1x Power button; Navigation arrows
Lens F=6mm; F/No=2.0;
FOV=60* Auto IR-Cut-Remove (at night)
SD Card Class 10, U3, 32GB, minimum 90MB/Sec
Status Indicator 1 LED
Picture Format JPEG
Video Optional
Trigger Speed 0.5 seconds
SD Card Loop Optional
Operation Power 9-12V
Battery X = (12)xAA Cartridge
Optional external power source (12V external
battery pack or solar panel)
- Barrel plug reducer size 4x1.7mm
External DC 12V-2A

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SETTINGS / SPECIFICATIONS
Transfer Picture via 4G Thumbnail images sent to app
(Additional data charges may apply)
Request HD Photo and Video
via 4G
Only in supported locations
(Additional data charges may apply)
Upload Frequency/Send Type Instantly (Timely) 4 hours / 12 hours / 24 hours
4G Communication LTE wireless
4G Antenna 1 Antenna
Device Serial No. Yes
Interface LTE, USB, and SD Card
Mounting Strap; Tripod (not included)
Operating Temperature -25*C to 60*C
-13F to 140*F
Operation Humidity 5% to 90%
Waterproof rating IP66
Dimensions 3.62”x4.13”x5.47”
Weight About 0.95lb
Certication FCC RoHs

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BEST PRACTICES
1. Location and placement is critical for optimal camera performance.
2. Avoid hanging the camera on small trees that are prone to moving with
the wind.
3. Place the camera about waist high on the tree or post.
4. We recommend having the camera pointing down about 7 to 15 degrees,
We recommend using shims to achieve the desired angle.
5. To achieve the best lighting conditions, face your camera north. Avoid
facing your camera toward the sun.
6. If the camera is placed too high on a tree and angled down, the eld of
view “window” becomes narrower, this is only a good idea if you plan to
set your camera to watch a bait station or scrape.
7. On a food plot:
8. On a trail:
PROPER CAMERA PLACEMENT
• Camera height and angle is critical to get the widest eld of view. Do not place
camera too high.
• For the best view, place your camera at an angle looking up or down the trail
rather than perpendicular to the trail.

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BEST PRACTICES
1. Use the recommended batteries for the REVEAL:
2. In cold weather, use lithium ion batteries for optimal camera speed and
performance.
3. Expected picture count with the proper batteries (in greater than freezing
temps) are:
4. If connecting the External Solar Panel (sold separately), the lithium
batteries would act as a backup power source.
BATTERIES AND CELLULAR TRAIL CAMERA PERFORMANCE
• Energizer Ultimate Lithium
• Duracell Max Alkaline batteries
• Rayovac UltraPro Alkaline batteries
• Lithium: 4,000+ pictures
• Alkaline: 2,500+ pictures
* Do not mix old and new batteries
* Do not mixalkaline, lithium, standard, or rechargeable batteries
* Ensure the batteries are installed correctly with the regard to polarity (+ and -).
* Always remove batteries if consumed or if product is to be left unused for a long time.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
1. Check to make sure that batteries are fully charged.
2. “Max Range” offers better IR ash range. Given IR ash range values are
based on max range setting; adjust Night Mode to Max Range for better
night vision ash range.
3. High quality 1.2V NiMH rechargeable AA batteries can also offer
improved IR ash range. Note: If your camera will be used in cold
weather, we do recommend lithium batteries to deliver consistent results.
4. Certain surroundings (like trees, walls, ground, etc.) within ash range can
deliver you better night time images. To improve night images, do not aim
camera in an open eld where there is nothing to reect the IR ash back.
NIGHT VISION FLASH RANGE DOESN’T MEET EXPECTATION
Use a protective security box such as the
one listed at www.revealcellcam.com
TO HELP PREVENT THEFT OR DAMAGE
Motion sensors (PIR sensors) are actually heat and motion sensors. This is
why on a hot and windy day, people get false triggers. People and animals
are not the only objects that will trigger your camera; vegetation and
precipitation can act as a moving target as well.
1. Be sure to clear any low hanging tree branches, brush, and weeds from
the eld of view; 5-10 yards in front of the camera.
2. Motion sensitivity recommendations:
• To start, set to High and decrease sensitivity if you’re getting too many false
triggers. (9 being the highest and 1 being the lowest.)
CAMERA SENDS PICTURES OF NOTHING

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1. Make sure that the SD card is not full. If the SD card is full, the camera
will stop taking images. Users can turn on SD Loop to avoid such
problems. This will cause the SD card to overwrite older images.
2. Make sure that alkaline or NiMH-AA batteries have enough power for the
camera to work.
3. Format the SD card with the camera before using or when the camera
stops taking images.
CAMERA STOPS TAKING IMAGES OR WON’T TAKE IMAGES
TROUBLESHOOTING
The REVEAL is IP66 rated waterproof. This means the camera is water
resistant against powerful jets. The only way the REVEAL can get
condensation in or behind the lens is if the antenna is not screwed in all the
way, if there is dirt or debris on the seal. Follow these at home instructions
to alleviate this issue if need be:
• Pull the SD card out and let the camera sit for 3-4 days open, in an area where
there is circulating air (fan or vent).
• You can also place it in a sealed container with rice for 24 hours to draw out the
moisture.
• Clean the seal well and tighten your antenna.
• Place back out in the eld.
1. Do not open the camera right away.
2. Be sure to dry the outer housing of the camera, preventing water from
entering the inside of the camera and causing internal damage.
INTERNAL CONDENSATION ON LENS
IF THE CAMERA HAS ACCIDENTALLY BEEN SUBMERGED IN WATER

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LIMITED WARRANTY
1. One year from the date of purchase.
1. This limited warranty covers manufacturer defects in materials and
workmanship including but not limited to:
2. Covered cameras will either be repaired by a certied camera
technician, or replaced.
1. This limited warranty does not cover any damage caused by
the owner modifying, attempting to x, or otherwise altering the
product.
2. This limited warranty excludes damage caused by people or
animals, including but not limited to: antenna, strap, Fresnel lens,
glass lens, or camera housing.
HOW LONG DOES THIS COVERAGE LAST?
WHAT IS COVERED?
WHAT IS NOT COVERED?
• Defective buttons
• Cracked/chipped glass lens
• Broken SD card or SIM card spring mechanism
• Broken USB port
• If damage is caused to the camera by the owner or animal,
contact customer support for repair options to retain warranty
coverage.

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FCC REGULATIONS
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal
Communications Commission rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
Changes or modications to this equipment not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with
Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may note cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Federal Communications Commission - Part 15

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THIS PRODUCT TO
YOUR RETAILER
For any warranty issues or questions
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