Tasco Digital Camera 119223C User Manual

Digital Trail Camera  
Instruction Manual  
Model#: 119223C  
Lit# 93-0580/04-10  
 
Page Index  
Introduction  
Parts and Controls  
Camera Setup  
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5
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Setting the Year, Date & Time  
Setting Camera/Video Mode and Resolution  
Formatting SD Cards  
Exiting the Setup Menu  
Camera Operation  
Mount the Camera  
Test the Coverage Area  
Secure the Camera  
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Viewing the Photos and Videos  
Glossary  
Specifications  
Troubleshooting/FAQ  
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INTRODUCTION  
Congratulations on your purchase of the Tasco 119223C digital trail  
camera. This trail camera is designed to record the activity of wildlife in  
the outdoors with its still image and movie modes and weatherproof,  
rugged construction.  
Main Features:  
1.3MP digital sensor  
Compact Size (177mm*137mm*52mm)  
Long Battery Life (Up to 90 Days)  
Trigger Time=1.6 second  
LCD Display  
Xenon Flash  
640*480 at 15 FPS Videos  
Supports up to 8 GB SD Card  
Date, Time & Moon Phase Imprint  
Auto Exposure  
Auto White Balance  
Power Supply: 4 “CCell batteries  
Weatherproof  
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Parts and Controls Guide  
PIR Motion  
Sensor  
Camera  
Lens  
Padlock  
Hole  
PIR  
Indicator  
Xenon  
Flash  
Front of Camera  
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Parts and Controls Guide  
LCD  
Display  
SD Card  
Slot  
Power  
Button  
USB Port  
Battery  
Compartment  
Control Panel  
(Front Opened)  
Control Panel Detail  
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CAMERA SETUP  
Open the Cam by pulling out on the two latches on the right side. Install  
4Ccell batteries (flat base of all batteries contacting springs), and insert  
an SD card (not included, use any capacity from 16MB to 8GB. Do not  
substitute MMC cards.) in the slot to the right of the 5 buttons as indicated  
on the slot cover (upside down, with the notched corner of the card on  
the left and metal contacts of the card facing the back of the slot). Press  
the card down until you hear it click into place. If the Cam is turned on  
without a card in place, it may not turn off-reset it by pulling one of the  
batteries out partway, insert a new or empty SD card, and put the battery  
back in place. Only remove or insert cards with power off.  
1. Date  
2. Time  
3. 4 Digit Display  
4. Still Photo Mode /  
Resolution  
5. Video Mode  
6. SD Card  
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Setup Icons- Display Guide  
1. Setting the Date, Year and Time  
If you are using the camera for the first time, you should set the date and  
time so your photos will be “stampedcorrectly.  
Set Date and Year  
Briefly press the MENU button-the first two digits of the year will  
flash, prompting you to enter the year.  
Use the UP/DOWN buttons to set the current year (2010-2030), then  
press OK. Set the month the same way, and press OK again.  
Set the month the same way, and press OK again. The display will  
then change to let you set the day, with only the last two digits  
blinking.  
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CAMERA SETuP (continued)  
Again use the UP/DOWN buttons to change the day if necessary  
and press OK.  
To set the time, use UP/DOWN to set the hour and minute. The time  
display uses the 24 hr standard, so 2:00 PM is indicated as “1400,  
etc.  
Note: The Date & Time setting will normally be retained for a few minutes  
when the batteries are removed from the camera. However, you may need  
to reset the Date & Time after replacing the batteries, if they have been  
removed for a longer period of time.  
2. Setting Camera/Video Mode and Resolution  
This item allows you to select whether the camera takes still photos  
(and select high or low resolution), or shoots video clips when the PIR is  
triggered (Photo or Video Mode).  
After the date and time have been set, press OK. You will see the  
camera icon and the word “Lowill blink.  
By pressing UP/DOWN, the camera will cycle between Lo resolution  
still photo, Hi resolution still photo, and movie (video) modes.  
Choose the mode that you want and press OK.  
The “Lo” setting will allow you to take lower resolution (1.3MP)  
images and therefore accumulate more images on your card while  
the “HI” setting will give you high resolution (3.0MP via software  
interpolation) images of better quality but fewer images can be  
stored to the card.  
In Movie mode a 14 second AVI file will be recorded to the SD Card  
each time the camera is triggered. The movie length is preset and  
cannot be changed. There are no additional settings or options for  
Video Mode.  
3. Formatting SD Cards  
Pressing OK again after the resolution options will go to the Format  
screen next. Formatting is recommended before you re-use an old  
SD card, and is a quick way to erase all of the photos/videos after  
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CAMERA SETuP (continued)  
you’ve saved any you wish to keep.  
The display will read “FoNo, with “No” and the SD card icon  
blinking. Press OK when “No” is flashing if you don’t want to format  
the card.  
To format the card, press either UP/DOWN button and the “Fo”  
portion will blink. Press OK and the display will change to“Y N”with  
the SD card icon blinking.  
“N” (NO) is the default, so pressing OK will cancel the formatting,  
then pressing and holding MENU will exit menu mode.  
If you are certain that you want to format the card and DELETE all  
data and images on the card, then press either UP/DOWN button to  
select “Y” (YES). With “Y” flashing, press OK- the display will briefly  
change to “SdFr.  
Exiting the Setup Menu  
Press and hold MENU to exit Menu mode at any time once you have  
finished changing any of the menu item settings or using one of the  
menu options.  
In normal operating mode, the display will only show the still photo or  
movie clip icon in the lower left corner, an SD card icon on the lower right,  
and one or more digits that indicate how many photo or movie files have  
been stored on the card.  
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CAMERA OPERATION  
Once your camera has been setup, you are ready to begin using it to  
capture photos of wildlife activity in the area you choose to locate it. Just  
follow these steps:  
1. Mount the Camera  
It is recommended that you mount the camera about 4 or 5 feet (1.2~1.5  
meters) off the ground, with the camera pointed at a slight downward  
angle. It’s best to avoid mounting the camera facing east or west as the  
rising and setting of the sun could produce false triggers and overexposed  
images. Clear branches and other debris away from the front of the  
camera so as not to block the camera lens or PIR sensor.  
To mount the camera in place, insert the strap through the strap slots on  
the rear housing. Wrap the strap around the mounting surface. Aim the  
camera at the area you wish to observe. Secure the strap and tighten the  
buckle in order to secure the camera.  
Make sure that both door latches are securely locked in place, to ensure  
proper weather resistance.  
2. Test the Camera  
To test the camera operation, power on the camera and wave your hand  
in front of the lens and PIR (passive infrared/motion) detector, while  
looking at the LCD display. As long as events are being detected, a new  
still photo or movie clip (as set in the menu) will be recorded every 30  
seconds, indicated on the display by “SnAP, then “SLP(Sleep).  
Note: in Video Mode, the display will stay on “SnAP” for the duration of each  
video clip.  
The red LED lamp (PIR Indicator) on the front of the camera can help you  
determine how large an area is covered, as it will flash anytime anevent”  
is detected while the camera is in MENU mode. To check the coverage  
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CAMERA OPERATION (continued)  
area, press the MENU button, then step away from the camera. Move  
straight back from the camera to find the length (depth) of the sensor  
detection zone, and move left or right to check the width (edges) of the  
detection zone (note that it becomes wider as you move farther back-see  
below). When you no longer see the red PIR indicator flash as you move  
around, you are past the limits of the coverage area. Reposition the  
camera if necessary. When you finish testing the camera, press and hold  
MENU to exit Menu mode.  
3. Set the Camera  
Make sure the camera’s power is turned on, and make sure a new or  
empty SD card has been inserted, then leave the area-there is a 30 second  
delay after power on before the first photo is taken. Batteries typically last  
90 days or more, depending on how often the Cam is activated by events,  
how often the flash fires, ambient temperature, etc.  
4. Secure the Camera  
A standard padlock may be used in the camera’s lock hole to secure it and  
prevent theft.  
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VIEWING THE PHOTOS and VIDEOS  
After your camera has been operating for awhile, you will of course want  
to review the photos and/or videos it has been capturing. This can be  
done by either of two methods, according to your preference or the  
availability of accessory equipment:  
using an SD Card Reader  
Make sure the power is off, and remove the SD card by pushing down  
lightly on the top edge of the card-it will pop up for removal.  
Insert it into an SD card reader (available at most computer, photo, or  
electronics dealers) connected via USB to your PC or Mac to view, copy,  
or delete the photos (standard JPG files) and movies (AVI files) inside the  
“DCIM/100MEDIAfolder on the card. Double click on an individual file to  
see it, or open the files using the photo software of your choice.  
Connect the Camera to PC directly  
Press POWER to turn on the camera, then press the MENU button.  
Connect your camera to your PC with a compatible USB cable. The PC will  
recognize the camera as an external storage device, using the “USB Mass  
Storage” standard (no driver installation necessary-not compatible with  
Windows 98 or earlier). The PC will display a new disk symbol under “My  
Computer” or in Windows Explorer, and you will see a dialog window on  
your desktop with several options to view, move, or copy the photo and  
video files that are stored on the SD card.  
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GLOSSARY  
PIR (Passive Infrared Sensor): Senses motion like a typical security motion  
detector. Requires infrared energy (heat) in addition to motion to trigger  
the sensor to help limit detection to live animals (rather than leaves, etc).  
Xenon Flash: This is a standard electronic flash tube, which fires  
automatically in low light conditions to provide adequate illumination.  
Battery Life: Time that camera will function in the field. Dependent on  
ambient temperature, number of images taken and number of times the  
flash fires. When the battery voltage drops below 4.5v, the flash stops  
firing. When battery voltage is below 3.5v, the camera stops working.  
FULL: When memory capacity (SD Card) is full, the LCD display indicates  
FuLL”  
Mass Storage: Connect the USB cable to a computer, press the “MENU”  
button, and the computer can access the contents of the SD card. The  
camera is automatically recognized as an “external drive, without the  
need to install special drivers. (Win 98 and older operating systems are  
not supported. Mac OS9 and OSX are also compatible-the camera will  
appear on your desktop as an external storage device or “disk”).  
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Technical Specifications  
Model Number  
119223C  
Image Sensor Type  
1/3 Inch CMOS  
Effective Resolution  
Effective Focal Length  
Lens Aperture  
Display  
1.3 Megapixels  
4.4 mm  
f/2.0  
Monochrome LCD  
Yes  
PIR Sensor  
Trigger Speed  
Max Flash Distance  
Storage  
1.6 second  
16 feet (5 meters)  
SD Card up to 8 GB Capacity  
PIR Indicator  
Yes (Setup mode only)  
1.3MP, 3.0MP  
Selectable Image Resolution  
Movie: AVI 640 x 480 pixels @ 15 fps (15  
seconds).  
Video Resolution  
File Format (Image/Video)  
Date Time Imprint  
Moon Phase Imprint  
Exposure  
JPEG/AVI  
Yes  
Yes  
Auto  
Auto  
White Balance Mode  
Power Supply  
4 “CCell batteries (alkaline or NiMh)  
Yes  
Water Resistant  
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Troubleshooting / FAQ  
Battery life is shorter than expected  
1.  
Battery life will vary with operating temperature and the number  
of images taken over time. Typically, the Trail Cam will be able to  
capture several images before the batteries die.  
2.  
Check to make sure you have used new alkaline batteries. Tasco  
recommends using 4 Energizer® Alkaline “C” Cell batteries in  
this Trail Cam to obtain maximum battery life.  
3.  
4.  
Make sure that the Power Button was switched to the “On”  
position, and that the camera was not left in setup mode.  
Make sure that you are using a good quality name brand SD card  
in your camera. Tasco recommends SanDisk® brand SD Cards  
up to 8GB. Our experience indicates that poor quality SD cards  
can sometimes reduce your Trail Cam battery life.  
Camera stops taking images or won’t take images  
1.  
Please make sure that the SD card is not full. If the card is full, the  
camera will stop taking images.  
2.  
Check the batteries to make sure that they are new alkaline “C”  
Cell batteries. See note above about short battery life.  
Make sure that the camera Power Button is switched “On.  
Make sure that you are using a good quality SD card in your  
camera. Tasco recommends SanDisk® SD Cards up to 8GB.  
If the SD card has its write protect switch in the lock position, the  
camera will not take images.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
In some cases, other devices may change the formatting of the  
SD card so that it will not work properly with the Trail Cam.  
Camera won’t power up  
1.  
Make sure that you have installed all 4 batteries in the battery  
compartment. Tasco recommends using 4 Energizer® Alkaline  
“C” Cell batteries in this Trail Cam.  
2.  
Make sure that the batteries are installed correctly, observing  
proper polarity. Always place the negative (flat) end of each  
battery in contact with the spring side of its slot inside the  
camera.  
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Troubleshooting / FAQ  
Still Photo and/or Video Quality Problems  
1. Night photos appear too dark  
a. Try using a set of new batteries. The flash will stop operating  
near the end of the battery life.  
b. You will get the best results when the subject is within the  
ideal flash range, no farther than about 16(5m) from the camera.  
Subjects may appear too dark at greater distances.  
2. Daytime photos or videos appear too dark  
a. Make sure that the camera is not aimed at the sun or other  
light sources during the day, as this may cause the auto exposure  
to produce darker results.  
3. Night photos 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 not aimed at the sun or other  
light sources during the day.  
5. Photos with streaked subject  
a. In some cases with low lighting conditions and fast moving  
subjects, the HI resolution setting may not perform as well as the  
LO setting.  
b. If you have multiple images where fast moving subjects  
produce streaks on the photo, try the LO setting instead.  
6. Red , green or blue color cast  
a. Under certain lighting conditions, the sensor can become  
confused resulting in poor color images.  
b. If this is seen on a consistent basis, then the sensor may need  
servicing. Please contact Tasco customer service.  
7. Short video clips—not recording to the length set  
a. Check to make sure that the SD card is not full.  
b. Make sure that the camera has good batteries in it. Near the  
end of the battery life, the camera may choose to record shorter  
video clips to conserve power.  
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Troubleshooting / FAQ  
Photos Do Not Capture Subject of Interest  
1.  
Try to set your camera up in an area where there is not a heat  
source in the camera’s line of sight.  
2.  
In some cases, setting the camera near water will make the  
camera take images with no subject in them. Try aiming the  
camera over ground.  
3.  
4.  
Try to avoid setting the camera up on small trees that are prone  
to being moved by strong winds.  
Remove any limbs which are right in front of the camera lens.  
PIR Sensor LED Flashes/Doesn’t Flash  
1.  
When the camera is in theSetupmode, the PIR Indicator LED on  
the front of the camera will flash when it senses motion. This is  
for setup purposes only and will help the user aim the camera.  
During use, the LED will not flash when the camera takes an  
image. This is to help keep the camera hidden from game.  
2.  
Camera won’t retain settings  
1.  
Make sure that you have been saving the changes to any parameter  
settings that you made while in Setup mode, by pressing “OK”  
after changing the setting. If you don’t save your new setting after  
changing it, the camera will continue to use the original default  
setting for that parameter.  
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TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY  
Your Tasco® product is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for  
two years aſter 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 postage  
prepaid. is warranty does not cover damages caused by misuse, improper handling,  
installation, or maintenance provided by someone other than a Tasco Authorized Service  
Department.  
Any return made under this warranty must be accompanied by the items listed below:  
1) A check/money order in the amount of $10.00 to cover the cost of postage and handling  
2) Name and address for product return  
3) An explanation of the defect  
4) Proof of Date Purchased  
5) Productshouldbewellpackedinasturdyoutsideshippingcarton,topreventdamageintransit,  
with return postage prepaid to the address listed below:  
IN U.S.A. Send To:  
Tasco  
IN CANADA Send To:  
Tasco  
Attn.: Repairs  
Attn.: Repairs  
8500 Marshall Drive  
Lenexa, Kansas 66214  
25A East Pearce Street, Unit 1  
Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 2M9  
For products purchased outside the United States or Canada please contact your local  
dealer for applicable warranty information. In Europe you may also contact Tasco at:  
Tasco Germany GmbH  
European Service Centre  
Mathias-Brüggen-Str. 80  
D-50827 Köln  
GERMANY  
Tel: +49 221 995568-0  
Fax: +49 221 995568-20  
is warranty gives you specific legal rights.  
You may have other rights which vary from country to country.  
©2010 B.O.P..  
Specifications and designs are subject to change without any notice  
or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.  
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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 subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device  
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any  
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired  
operation.  
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.  
The device does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Repairs should  
only be made by an Authorized Tasco repair center. Unauthorized repairs  
or modifications could result in permanent damage to the equipment,  
and will void your warranty and your authority to operate this device  
under Part 15 regulations.  
The shielded interface cable which is provided must be used with the  
equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant  
to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.  
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For further questions or additional information please contact:  
Tasco  
9200 Cody, Overland Park, Kansas 66214  
(800) 423-3537 • www.Tasco.com  
©2010 B.O.P.  
 

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