Page 2 - IMPORTANT NOTE; If your Bushnell Trophy Cam does not seem to be; Trophy Cams to obtain maximum battery life
IMPORTANT NOTE Congratulations on your purchase of one of the best trail cameras on the market! Bushnell is very proud of this little unit and we are sure you will be pleased with it as well. We appreciate your business and want to earn your trust. Please refer to the notes below and the instruction...
Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; Introduction
3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Important NoteTable of Contents Introduction General Description Applications Parts and ControlsInstalling the Batteries and SD Card Loading Batteries Using an External Power Source Inserting the SD Card Using the TROPHY CAMThe OFF, ON and SETUP Modes OFF Mode ON Mode SETUP Mode ...
Page 4 - continued; Reviewing Images Directly from the SD Card; Downloading the Photos/Videos
4 TABLE OF CONTENTS ( continued ) Reviewing Images Directly from the SD Card Reviewing Images by Connecting the Camera to a Computer Downloading the Photos/Videos Troubleshooting/FAQsTechnical SpecificationsWarrantyFCC Compliance Statement PAGE # 23 23 24 25-28 29 30 31
Page 6 - Button
6 camera to Photo mode (still camera icon), and the UP key can set the camera to Video mode (movie camera icon). The RIGHT key also serves as the manual shutter (“SHOT”) button of the camera and the OK key switches the camera to the Playback (“REPLAY”) mode. These secondary functions are indicated b...
Page 7 - INSTALLING THE BATTERIES and SD CARD; read the following directions and cautions; right
7 INSTALLING THE BATTERIES and SD CARD Before you begin learning how to use your Trophy Cam , you will first need to install a set of batteries and insert an SD card. Although that may only take you a minute, there are some important notes about both batteries and SD cards you should be aware of, so...
Page 9 - (see “Changing Menu; USING THE TROPHY CAM
9 parameter before using it for the first time is recommended, especially when a card has been used in other devices (see “Changing Menu Parameter Settings” for details). • To take out the SD card, just gently push in the card (do not try to pull it out without pushing in first). The card is release...
Page 11 - optional, user provided; SETUP Information Screen
11 SETUP Mode Shortcut Keys/Functions As mentioned earlier in “Parts & Controls”, four of the keys below the LCDhave secondary, “shortcut” functions when the camera is switched to SETUP mode (but the MENU key has not been pressed): Press the • UP key to quickly set the camera to shoot video clip...
Page 12 - USING THE SETUP MENU TO CHANGE SETTINGS; (unless you press the
12 USING THE SETUP MENU TO CHANGE SETTINGS The main purpose of the SETUP mode is to allow you to change the settings of the camera’s parameters (12-13 different ones are available) so your Trophy Cam operates exactly the way you want it to. You will do this by entering the SETUP Menu and pressing th...
Page 13 - How Parameter Settings Are Displayed; Only one setting is displayed at a time, starting with the current; OK; to “Execute” (make the actual change to; : Selecting Parameter Settings; Press MENU
13 How Parameter Settings Are Displayed Some more detail regarding how the settings for a parameter are indicated on the display: • Only one setting is displayed at a time, starting with the current setting for the parameter when it is first selected ( Fig. 4a ). To change the setting, use the UP/DO...
Page 15 - Mode; or; Image Size; Pixel; Photo; Please also refer to; Interval; The SETUP Menu-Parameters and Settings List w/Descriptions
15 Parameter Settings (Bold=default) Description Mode Camera or Video Selects whether still photos or video clips are captured when the camera is triggered. Image Size (only affects still photos) 5M Pixel , 3M Pixel Sets resolution for still photos to 3 or 5 megapixels. Higher resolution produces be...
Page 16 - Low
16 Parameter Settings (Bold=default) Description Interval 10S (second) default, with a 60M (minute) to1S (second) range of settings available. (60M-1M are set in one minute increments, 59S-1S are set in one second increments) Selects the length of time that the camera will “wait” until it responds t...
Page 17 - Format; or select NO then press; TV Out
17 Parameter Settings (Bold=default) Description Format Execute 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. Caution! Make sure you have downloaded and backed up any files you want to preserve first! Press O...
Page 18 - Default Set; , Execute Select “Execute” and press
18 Parameter Settings (Bold=default) Description Default Set Cancel , Execute Select “Execute” and press OK to restore all parameters to the original factory default settings. If the camera is behaving oddly and you think you may have changed the setting for something accidently (but aren’t sure whi...
Page 19 - MOUNTING AND POSITIONING the TROPHY CAM; Using the adjustable web belt:
19 Fig. 5 : Attaching the Belt MOUNTING AND POSITIONING the TROPHY CAM Mounting After you’ve set up the camera’s parameters to your personal preferences at home or in your truck, you’re ready to take it outside and slide the power switch to “ON”. When setting up the Trophy Cam for scouting game or o...
Page 20 - Using the tripod socket
20 Using the tripod socket : The camera is equipped with a socket at the bottom end to enable mounting on a tripod or other mounting accessories with a standard1/4-20 thread. Two optional mounting accessories, a “Bear Safe” metal camera box (model # 19653C) and Deluxe Tree Bracket (model# 119652C) a...
Page 23 - Reviewing Images Directly From the SD Card; connected; Reviewing Images by Connecting the Camera to a Computer
23 Reviewing Images Directly From the SD Card This is the most popular method of viewing images. Since unmounting the camera and taking it to your computer isn’t very convenient, you may find it easier to just take the card out. By removing the SD card (swapping it for a new empty card if you like) ...
Page 24 - DOWNLOADING the PHOTOS/VIDEOS
24 DOWNLOADING the PHOTOS/VIDEOS To download your photos/videos to a PC or Mac*, first make sure the Trophy Cam power switch is in the OFF position. Connect the supplied cable to the camera’s USB port, then directly to a main USB port on your computer-do not use front panel/keyboard USB ports or unp...
Page 25 - See note above about short battery life.; Bushnell recommends SanDisk® SD Cards up to 4GB; Troubleshooting / FAQ
25 Battery life is shorter than expected Battery life will vary with operating temperature and the number 1. of images taken over time. Typically, the Trophy Cam will be able to capture several thousand images before the batteries die.Check to make sure you have used new alkaline or lithium 2. batte...
Page 26 - Camera won’t power up; Make sure that the batteries are installed correctly, observing; Still Photo and/or Video Quality Problems; Night photos or videos appear too dark
26 Camera won’t power up Make sure that you have installed at least 4 batteries (the required 1. minimum #) in the battery compartment, starting at the top, filling battery spaces 1-4 with no “gaps”. Bushnell recommends using 8 Energizer® Lithium AA batteries in all Trophy Cams. Make sure that the b...
Page 27 - Date/Time Stamp not appearing on images; Make sure that the “Time Stamp” parameter is set to “On”.; Photos Do Not Capture Subject of Interest; Check the “Sensor Level” (PIR sensitivity) parameter setting. For
27 3. Night photos or videos appear too bright a. You will get the best results when the subject is within the ideal flash range, no closer than 10’ (3m) from the camera. Subjects may appear too light at closer distances. 4. Daytime photos or videos appear too bright a. Make sure that the camera is ...
Page 28 - Try to avoid setting the camera up on small trees that are prone; PIR Sensor LED Flashes/Doesn’t Flash; When the camera is in the “Setup” mode, a special LED on the; LCD Screen Issues; LCD screen powers on but no text is present.; Camera won’t retain settings; Make sure that you have been saving the changes to any parameter
28 Try to avoid setting the camera up on small trees that are prone 4. to being moved by strong winds.Remove any limbs which are right in front of the camera lens. 5. PIR Sensor LED Flashes/Doesn’t Flash When the camera is in the “Setup” mode, a special LED on the 1. front of the camera will flash w...
Page 29 - Technical Specifications
29 Image Sensor 5 Megapixel Color CMOS Maximum Pixel Size 2560x1920 (5MP) Lens F=3.1; FOV=50°; Auto IR-Cut-Remove (at night) IR-Flash Range 36’-45’ (12m-15m) Display Screen B&W Display: 24x32mm(1.5”) Memory Card SD or SDHC Card, Maximum capacity 4GB Internal RAM 32MB Picture Size 5MP = 2560x1920...
Page 30 - or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.
30 TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Your Bushnell ® product is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for two years after the date of purchase. In the event of a defect under this warranty, we will, at our option, repair or replace the product, provided that you return the product pos...
Page 31 - FCC Compliance Statement:
31 FCC Compliance Statement: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. Operation is subj...
Page 32 - ©2009 Bushnell Outdoor Products; For further questions or additional information please contact:
©2009 Bushnell Outdoor Products For further questions or additional information please contact: Bushnell Outdoor Products 9200 Cody, Overland Park, Kansas 66214 (800) 423-3537 • www.bushnell.com