Hawkray T3 Hunting Camera User Manual

Hawkray T3 Hunting Camera

Packing List

Please unpack the camera carefully and check that the following  accessories are included in the box.

• 1 hunting camera
• 1 data line
• 1 user’s manual
• 1 strap
• 1 bracket
• 1 screw pack (contains 3 screws + 3 expansion rubber plugs)
• 8 batteries
• 1 32G TF card

Product Information
This tracking camera (also called a search or hunting camera) is a search device. It is equipped with a high-sensitivity PIR pyroelectric infrared sensor. When a human (or animal) moves, the temperature change of the external environment will be triggered by induction, and it will automatically capture pictures or record high-definition videos. This camera can achieve more applications by setting the timing, interval interval and other functions.

Main Features of the Camera

• High-sensitivity PIR pyroelectric infrared sensor
• Automatic picture or video capture when triggered by motion
• Timing and interval functions for customized use
• Can be used for hunting, wildlife observation and research, action camera, and surveillance camera

Application

• Hunting and animal activity tracking
• Wildlife observation and research
• Action camera for cycling, driving, camping, or exploring
• Surveillance camera for home, office, and community use

Product Structure

1. Infrared light
2. Photodiode
3. White/red light
4. Lens
5. Microphone
6. PIR sensor
7. Fixed buckle
8. Strap through hole
9. Lock
10. LCD
11. MENU key
12. Up key
13. OK key
14. Left key
15. Down key
16. Switch ON/TEST/OFF
17. USB interface
18. Right key
19. Trumpet
20. TF card slot
21. Battery compartment
22. Battery cover

Illustrate 1: The camera provides the following device connections: USB interface, TF card slot, external DC power socket. Three-speed mode switch to select: OFF/TEST/ON; 2 LED light indication: White and red flashing in TEST mode indicates that PIR triggers monitoring, but does not enter shooting/recording mode; ON mode countdown flashes light.

Quick Start

Battery
In terms of power supply, it is recommended to use LR6 (AA) batteries of the same specification, and do not use old and new batteries at the same time; make sure that the positive and negative electrodes of the batteries match the symbols on the casing. If you do not use the camera for a long time, please remove the battery inside the camera to avoid the camera being damaged by leakage; In addition, the camera can also work with externally provided DC power (6V/2A), solar cells, etc. The interface plug specifications are 3.5MM (outer diameter) and 1.35MM (inner diameter). In TEST mode, Battery Low will appear on the display when the battery is low.
Insert TF Card
This camera has no built-in memory, so it cannot work without a TF card. The TF card supports a capacity of up to 128GB, and it is recommended to use a Class 10 TF card. Before inserting the TF card into the TF slot, please check whether the card capacity exceeds 128GB. It is recommended to format (as described below) and make sure that the card has been tested.

Set TEST Mode
Toggle the switch to the TEST position and enter the setting mode. In this mode, like a normal digital camera, you can take pictures or video, or enter the menu to set parameters. There are six shortcut function keys on the keyboard

Packing List
Please unpack the camera carefully and check that the following accessories are included in the box.

1. hunting camera*1
2. data line*1
3. user’s manual*1
4. straps*1
5. bracket*1
6. screw pack*1（Contains 3 screws + 3 expansion rubber plugs)
7. Battery*8
8. 32G TFCard*1

Product information
This tracking camera (also called a search or hunting camera) is a search device. It is equipped with a high-sensitivity PIR pyroelectric infrared sensor. When a human (or animal) moves, the temperature change of the external environment will be triggered by induction, and it will automatically capture pictures or record high-definition videos. This camera can achieve more applications by setting the timing, interval interval and other functions.

Main features of the camera

1. CMOS sensor, camera lens with 79° viewing angle.
2. Optional 12M, 16M, 20M, 30M pixel high resolution.
3. It takes 0.2~0.6 seconds to trigger the capture to the picture
4. Built-in 2.0-inch TFT color display that can display high-definition pictures and videos.
5. Support TF card with capacity up to 128GB.
6. Waterproof grade: IP65
7. Operating temperature range: -20℃～60℃
8. Built-in 34 850nm infrared lights; up to 15M (about 50 feet) infrared night vision range.
9. Date, time, temperature and moon phase can be imprinted on the picture.
10. In the “Photo + Video” mode, the camera can capture pictures and video at the same time every time it is triggered.
11. By setting the time interval, the camera automatically captures pictures and video at the specified time interval. Useful for watching plants bloom, birds nesting, unattended lots or yards. This feature works with the timer to meet your time requirements.
12. Long battery standby time (6 months in standby mode with 8 AA batteries)
13. The serial number setting feature allows you to imprint a code on your photos, which helps many camera users identify their location when
    browsing through photos.
14. Password lock protection can be set.
15. Automatically switch between day and night, color photos are taken during the day, and black and white photos are taken at night.

Application

• It can be used as hunting, animal activity track or habit tracking.
• It can be used for wildlife observation and research, capturing pictures and videos of wild animals.
• Use as an action camera for cycling, driving, camping or exploring.
• Use as a surveillance camera for home, office and community use.
• It is used for indoor and outdoor places where evidence of intrusion needs to be obtained.

Product Structure

1. 1. Infrared light
   2. Photodiode
   3. white red light
   4. lens
   5. microphone
   6. PIR sensor
   7. Fixed buckle
   8. strap through hole
   9. lock
   10. LCD
   11. MENU Key

1. up key
2. OK key
3. left key
4. donw key
5. switch（ON/TEST/OFF）
6. USB interface
7. right key
8. trumpet
9. TF card slot
10. Battery compartment
11. battery cover

Illustrate

1. The camera provides the following device connections: USB interface, TFcard slot, external DC power socket. Three-speed mode switch to select: OFF/TEST/ON
2. LED light indication: White and red flashing in TEST mode indicates that PIRtriggers monitoring, but doesn’t enters hooting/recording mode; ON mode countdown flashes light.

Quick start

Battery
In terms of power supply, it is recommended to use LR6 (AA) batteries of the same specification, and do not use old and new batteries at the same time; make sure that the positive and negative electrodes of the batteries match the symbols on the casing. If you do not use the camera for a long time, please remove the battery inside the camera to avoid the camera being damaged by leakage In addition, the camera can also work with externally provided DC power (6V/2A), solar cells, etc. The interface plug specifications are 3.5MM (outer diameter) and 1.35MM (inner diameter). In “TEST” mode, “Battery Low” will appear on the display when the battery is low.
Insert TF card
This camera has no built-in memory, so it cannot work without a TF card. The TF card supports a capacity of up to 128GB, and it is recommended to use a Class 10TF card. Before inserting the TF card into the TF slot, please check whether the card capacity exceeds 128GB. It is recommended to format (as described below) and make sure that the card has been tested.

（3）Set “TEST” mode
Toggle the switch to the “TEST” position and enter the setting mode. In this mode, like a normal digital camera, you can take pictures or video, or enter the menu to set parameters. There are six shortcut function keys on the keyboard.

key map
Short press the “M” key to bring up menu options and exit the menu Short press the “▲” key to enter the recording mode, in the menu mode, it is to move up, and in the playback mode, short press the up to turn the page; Short press the “▼” key to enter the photo mode, in the menu mode, short press to move down; in the playback mode, short press to turn the page; “◀”: Short press to take photos/records in the photo/video state; press this key in the menu interface to move left; “▶” In the photo/video state, short press this key to enter the playback mode, in the playback state, short press this key to exit to the photo/video mode, in the menu state when setting parameters, short press this key to move right; “E” key: enter the menu mode to change the setting, short press “E” to confirm the setting change; when in the video file, short press to play the video;
OFF/TEST/ON: Dial to OFF to turn off the machine; Dial to TEST and the machine is in test mode to test various functions of the machine; Dial to ON mode and the machine automatically enters the standby state after 5 seconds, when the PIR detects that there is a pedestrian or object ahead It will work automatically when moving (photo/video), as shown in the figure:

USB: When the machine is turned to OFF and test or ON mode, the machine can be connected to the computer as a U disk mode.

Enter live mode
When the switch is in the “ON” position, it will enter the real-time mode, and it will start working without manual operation of the camera. When the prey or other objects enter the PIR sensing area, it will immediately start taking pictures or recording videos. If the prey wanders away from the PIR sensing area, the camera will power off and go into standby mode.
illustrate:
In general, it is recommended that you place the camera 3 to 6 feet off the ground.

Note: To avoid potential false triggers due to temperature and monitoring interference, do not point the camera at a heat source (eg, the sun) or near tree branches. Ideally facing north or south, move away from branches close to the front of the camera.
Advanced settings
The tracking camera comes with factory settings, you can change the settings according to your needs, please make sure the camera is in the setting mode.

parameter setting

File formatting
The pictures and videos of the camera are stored in the \DCIM\100MEDIA folder in the TF card. picture The file name is saved as IMAG0001.JPG, and the video file name is as IMAG0001.AVI. In the “Open” mode, you can use the provided USB data cable to download these files to the computer, or you can put the TF card in the card reader, and insert it into the computer to browse the files in the U disk. AVI video files can be played on most multimedia devices, such as Windows Media Player, Quick Time, etc.

Guarantee

We take pride in our products. We always keep our word. We offer superior warranties and service. By purchasing our products, you will enjoy a warranty. We warrant our products to be free from defects in material and workmanship from the original date of purchase. This warranty does not cover damage caused by the user, such as misuse, abuse, improper operation or installation, or repairs by unauthorized technicians. During the warranty period, we will repair your camera free of charge or replace it with a camera of the same or similar model at our option. This warranty applies only to original retail buyers of our authorized dealers. Please ask for a warranty card when purchasing. The warranty for any replacement product provided under the original warranty shall be the warranty period applicable to the original product. This warranty applies only to failures resulting from defects in materials or workmanship under normal use. Does not include normal wear and tear of the product. If you return the product within the warranty period, please contact your dealer or our dealer.

Appendix I: Technical Parameters

Appendix II: Frequently Asked Questions and Answers

1. What should I do when I forget the camera power-on password?
   A:You can enter the super password “open” to unlock, and the original setting password will be eliminated
2.  The camera does not take pictures/videos, what should I do?
   A:Check whether the mirco SD card can be used normally, make sure the battery is sufficient, can trigger motion detection within the effective range, and restore the factory settings.