WingScapes BirdCam User manual

BirdCam
User’s Guide

This product is covered by one or more of the following US Patents:
6735387, 6768868, and 6834162. Other patents pending.
© 2007 Ebsco Industries, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Customer Support
Phone: 888.811.WING (9464)
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.wingscapes.com/support
Address: Wingscapes
150 Industrial Road
Alabaster, AL 35007

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Table of Contents
How to reach Wingscapes 3
Welcome 5
Quick Start Guide 6
Getting to Know the BirdCam 7
Mounting the BirdCam 14
MODE Menu 19
SETUP Menu 21
AUTO Mode 36
MANUAL Mode 37
TIMELAPSE Mode 38
Accessing Photos and Videos 40
Troubleshooting 42
BirdCam Accessories 46
Warranty 48
Additional Information 49

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Welcome
Using technology to automatically detect wild birds is a science that
requires some artfulness on the part of the user. Wingscapes has
designed the BirdCam to be simple for beginning users, but also to be
flexible enough to work in a variety of conditions.
The easiest way to get started is to...get started. Refer to the “Quick
Start Guide” in the following pages and begin experimenting with
a simple setup. (We think the best way to get started is to setup the
BirdCam at ground level — with bird seed scattered 2 to 4 feet in front
of it.)
Weather, bird species, feeder type, feeder placement, and other factors
all influence BirdCam performance. Custom settings allow you to
optimize the BirdCam for a variety of conditions. Finding the correct
combination of settings and BirdCam placement for a given situation
may require some experimentation and practice. At any time, you can
reset the BirdCam to its factory default settings in the SETUP menu.
Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with this guide and the
basics of operating the BirdCam. If at any time you need assistance or
have questions about the BirdCam’s operation, please visit the support
section of our website (www.wingscapes.com) or contact us via e-mail
or phone.

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Quick Start Guide
The following steps outline the quickest way to begin using your
BirdCam. We strongly recommend that you read the remainder of this
user’s guide before using your new BirdCam.
1. Remove BirdCam from packaging.
2. Remove rear battery compartment door and insert four new
D-cell batteries.
3. Mount the BirdCam so that it is aimed where a bird will
land (preferably within 4 feet). Secure the BirdCam with the
included stretch cords.
4. Adjust the focus ring to match the distance between the
BirdCam and the target.
5. Move the BirdCam’s power switch to the ON position.
6. Close the door and secure the latches of the BirdCam.
What Happens Then?
The BirdCam will be in the MODE menu. After a 30-second countdown,
the BirdCam enters AUTO mode using the factory default, EASY-PHOTO
settings. After another 30-second countdown, the BirdCam will watch
for and photograph birds until either the memory is depleted or the
batteries are drained.

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Getting to Know the BirdCam
The following sections will help you familiarize yourself with the
Wingscapes BirdCam.
What’s in the Box
• BirdCam
• Stretch cords for mounting (2)
• USB cable for downloading photos and videos to a computer
• TV Out cable for viewing photos and videos on a TV
• User’s Guide
• Warranty Registration Card

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Getting to Know the BirdCam
infrared sensor
display photocell (turns BirdCam
off at dusk / on at dawn)
loop for mounting and/or aimingcamera lens
shutter button
(in MANUAL mode)
cutaways for
attaching
stretch-cords
latches
security hasp
for padlock
(not included)

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focus distance settings
shutter button (in MANUAL mode),
laser ON/OFF (in SETUP menu)
slot for optional
remote control card
USB out cable plug
slot for optional SD memory card
TV out cable plug
easy start guide
mode button
menu navigation buttons
photocell (turns BirdCam off
at dusk / on at dawn)
power ON/OFF switch
plug for optional 12 Volt
DC power supply
focus ring and camera lens
laser aiming device
(READ LASER
WARNINGS FIRST)
Getting to Know the BirdCam

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Getting to Know the BirdCam
Wingscapes BirdCam Specifications
Operational Modes AUTO, MANUAL, or TIMELAPSE
Housing Weather-resistant and lockable
LCD Status Display Operating Mode, Photos/Video taken,
Photos/Videos remaining, Battery strength,
BirdCam status
CMOS Sensor 3.1 Megapixel
Built-in Memory 32 MB
Memory Card Up to 4 GB SD card (optional)
Format JPEG (Photos), AVI (Videos)
Image Output USB OUT, TV OUT, SD Card (optional)
Auto/Timelapse Delay Variable: No Delay - Daily
Multiple Shots / Event 1-10 for Photo; 1-3 for Video
Lens multi-element glass, fixed aperture f/2.8
Lens Field of View 52 degrees (roughly equivalent to a 46mm
focal length in film camera)
Shutter Speed 1/8 - 1/4000
Focus 18 inches - infinity
Infrared Sensor Passive
Max. Detection Distance 8’ for birds, 32’ for humans
Detection Field of View 22 degrees
Weight with batteries – 2 lbs. 8.4 oz
without batteries – 1 lb. 4 oz
Power Supply 4 D-cell Batteries
Duty Cycle 4 weeks average
Laser Aim Class II (READ WARNINGS)
Size 9” H x 3 5/8” D x 5 1/2” W
Optional Accessories Mounting Bracket, AC Power adaptor,
Remote Control