Super Circuits 940-GSM6 User manual

940-GSM6 940 nm IR GSM
Field Surveillance Camera
User Manual
Please read this manual before using your camera, and always follow the instructions
for safety and proper use. Save this manual for future reference.
940-GSM6_CM
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CAUTION
Operate this device only in environments where the temperature or humidity is within the recommended range. Operation
in extreme temperatures or humidity levels may cause electric shock and shorten the life of the product.
LEGAL NOTICE
Supercircuits products are designed to meet safety and performance standards with the use of specic
Supercircuits authorized accessories. Supercircuits disclaims liability associated with the use of non-Supercircuits
authorized accessories.
The recording, transmission, or broadcast of any person’s voice without their consent or a court order is strictly
prohibited by law.
Supercircuits makes no representations concerning the legality of certain product applications such as the
making, transmission, or recording of video and/or audio signals of others without their knowledge and/or
consent. We encourage you to check and comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations
before engaging in any form of surveillance or any transmission of radio frequencies.
Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks
and names or their products. Supercircuits, Inc. disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names
other than its own.
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Table of Contents
SECTION 1 Features ...........................................................................1
1.1 Function of the PIR sensors and image capture ...........................................2
1.2 Application .........................................................................2
1.3 What’s in the box ....................................................................2
1.4 Camera and MMS module .............................................................3
1.5 Camera module features ..............................................................4
1.5.1 Camera module controls..........................................................6
1.5.2 Keypad control panel.............................................................6
SECTION 2 Setup .............................................................................7
2.1 Prepare the camera module ...........................................................7
2.1.1 Installing an SD card .............................................................7
2.1.2 Installing batteries in the camera module ...........................................8
2.2 Prepare the MMS module .............................................................9
2.2.1 Installing a SIM card .............................................................9
2.2.2 Installing batteries in the MMS module ............................................10
2.3 Conguration setup .................................................................11
2.3.1 Conguration setup using the keypad control buttons................................11
2.3.2 Camera setup with a PC .........................................................13
2.3.3 MMS Setup with a PC ...........................................................15
2.3.4 Smtp Setup with a PC ...........................................................17
2.4 Mount and activate the camera .......................................................19
SECTION 3 Using your camera .................................................................20
3.1 ON mode ..........................................................................20
3.2 Using MMS.........................................................................20
3.2.1 View Local MNPO name and signal strength ........................................21
3.2.2 SMS remote control .............................................................22
3.3 Important notes ....................................................................23
3.3.1 SD cards.......................................................................23
3.3.2 Auto adjustment of video length..................................................24
SECTION 4 Specications .....................................................................25
APPENDIX A MMS Troubleshooting ..............................................................27

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SECTION 1
Features
The 940-GSM6 Field Surveillance Camera is a rugged, water-repellent outdoor camera for use in extreme temperature conditions. It
includes the MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service) module for transmitting video and pictures to a phone or email address. With its
highly sensitive passive infra-red (PIR) sensors, the camera detects the sudden change of ambient temperature caused by moving
objects in a region of interest (ROI), triggers to take pictures/videos, and sends the images via a GSM network to the user’s cell
phone or email account. It includes:
• Selectable photo resolution: 1.3, 5 or 12 megapixel
• Selectable video size: 320 × 240, 640 × 480, or 1280 × 720 pixels
• SMS Remote Control program (RCP) for conguring camera settings remotely
• No-glow 940 nm IR LEDs with 65 foot illumination
• Infrared night vision LEDs for ash range as far as 30 feet
• Operates in either camera only, camera + video, or video only modes. In camera + video mode, camera takes both pictures
and video at every trigger event
• Ultra-low standby power consumption. Extremely long in-eld life (in standby mode, up to 6 months with 8 × AA batteries)
• Unique side-prep sensor design provides wider sensing angle and enhances the camera response speed
• Perform in the temperatures from -22°F ~ 158°F
• Compact size (5 ½ x 3 ½ x 2 ½ inches). Designed to deploy covertly
• Quick trigger time (camera power on, 0.6 second)
• Time Lapse photo/video recording for taking pictures/videos at a specied interval
• Timer setting can program the camera to only work in specied periods every day. Work together with Time Lapse settings.
• Easy mounting on a tree or post. Easy to aim.
• Serial Number setting enables you to code locations on the photo. This helps multi-camera users identify the location when
reviewing the photos
• Built-in 2¼” LCD color display to review images and videos
• Date, time, temperature and moon phase can be stamped on the photo
• Lockable and password protected
• MMS image size: 640 x 480 pixels
• If the local mobile signal is poor and MMS cannot be sent, camera includes an SMS backup feature that transmits picture
time and camera serial number.
• Congurable with the MMS function either directly on the built-in LCD display or by using the enclosed media with a
computer
• Advanced Remote Cellular Technology transmits images to your cell phone and email account constantly at low battery
consumption and short transmission time
• Automatically sends text alert when battery power level is low
• Checks cellular signal information on the built-in LCD display in the eld
• MMS pictures saved on a removable SD card
• Operates globally via GSM/GPRS networks. Supports four bands: 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz.

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1.1 Function of the PIR sensors and image capture
The device includes both side prep infra-red (PIR) sensors, to detect a heat generating object nearing the cameras region of interest
(ROI), and a main PIR sensor to detect motion in the ROI, where a photo or video can taken. This combination of the two side prep
sensors and the main sensor provides a 100° to 120° angle of induction, out spanning the 55° angle of the camera lens.
To save battery power, the camera is normally in “sleep” mode, with only the side prep PIR sensors active. When an object that
generates heat is detected by a prep PIR sensor, the camera powers on (0.6 seconds, trigger time). When motion is detected in the
ROI by the main PIR sensor, a picture or video is recorded.
If a heat object remains only in the PIR area of the prep sensors, the system is designed to work in the following way to save power:
• If the heat object does not enter the PIR area of the main sensor, and therefore does not trigger the main sensor, the camera
will power o after 3 seconds.
• If two trigger events occur consecutively in the PIR area of the prep sensors, the camera will not be activated by the side
prep sensors, but only by the main PIR sensor. When the object enters the PIR area of the main sensor, the picture will likely
capture the whole body of the object because of the 0.6 trigger time.
1.2 Application
• Trail camera for hunting
• Animal or event observation
• Motion-triggered security camera for home, oce and community
• Other indoor/outdoor surveillance where invasion evidence is needed
1.3 What’s in the box
• Camera module
• MMS unit
• MMS unit antenna
• System Utility media (CD)
• Strap for attaching the camera to a post
• USB extension cable
• RCA to 2.5 mm video extension cable.
This product does not include batteries
(capacity of either 4 or 8) or a SIM card. Tie-down strap
USB extension
cable
RCA to 2.5 mm video
extension cable

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1.4 Camera and MMS module
The 940-GSM6 Field Surveillance Camera includes two modules: a camera module and an MMS module. These modules are usually
latched together. To separate them, loosen the captive thumb screw on the back of the unit, undo the buckle on the side, then
carefully remove the tab of the camera module from the slot on the side of the MMS module.
Thumb Screw
Buckle
Thumb Screw on Back Camera and MMS Modules
Tab/Slot
Camera (left) sand MMS (right) Modules Unbuckled

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1.5 Camera module features
The camera module features a built-in infra-red (IR) array for taking photos up to 30’ away in dark environments, and built-in
passive IR (PIR) sensors for detecting objects moving into the region of interest (ROI).
IR Array
Flash
Camera
Lens
Light Sensor
Motion
Indicator
Main
PIR
Sensor
Prep PIR
Sensors Bottom
Cover Latch
and
Lock Ring
LCD display and keypad on the back of the camera module are for setup, programming, and viewing recorded video and photos.
Setup, programming, and viewing recorded videos and photos can also be performed through a USB connection to a computer.
Thumb
Screw Hole
Contact
Pads for
MMS
Module
LCD
Display
Keypad
Bottom
Cover
Latch
CAUTION
When batteries are installed in the camera, do not touch the Contact Pads with any electrically conductive material.

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The camera external interface connectors are located Inside the cover on the bottom of the camera module. To open the bottom
cover, turn the latch on the lower corner so it points toward the body of the camera, then push it down to open the cover.
Latch
Alignment
Latch
Alignment
Cover Latched Unlatched
Battery Bay Cover
(Press here to open)
TV Out Jack
6 - 12 VDC Power
Adapter Socket
SD Card Slot
USB 2.0 Connector
OFF - ON - TEST
Power Switch
The external interface connectors include a video out jack, USB 2.0 port, 6 Vdc power adapter socket, and SD card slot.
NOTE
Always set the power switch to OFF when installing a ash memory card.
When installing a ash memory card, make certain that the card is NOT congured for write protection.
A power adapter, TV out cable, batteries, and ash memory card are not included.

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1.5.1 Camera module controls
The camera module includes two control components: an ON - OFF - TEST power switch, and a keypad control panel. The switch is
accessible when the bottom cover is open. These controls function as follows:
Position Function
OFF Unit is powered o.
ON Unit is in normal operating mode.
TEST Camera module is in setup mode. In this mode you can take pictures or video clips like you would with a regular digital camera, or enter the
Menu to set up the system conguration.
The keypad is on the back side of the camera module.
1.5.2 Keypad control panel
The keypad control panel us used for conguration setup, manual camera operation, and for viewing and playing back recorded
photos and video.
Button Function
MENU Press to enter the conguration menu system to program the camera.
tPress when needed to navigate in the menu system.
p(video) Press to shoot a video segment.
u(shot)
Press SHOT to manually trigger the shutter. A photo or video (depending on the camera setting) will be taken and saved to the SD card.
NOTE: If the display shows CARD PROTECTED when you press the SHOT key, power o the camera, remove the SD card and slide its write-
protect switch to OFF, reinstall the card, and then power on the camera.
q(photo) Press to take a still picture.
REPLAY / OK Press REPLAY to review/playback photos or videos on the LCD screen or a connected TV monitor. Use and pand qkeys to navigate.