X80 Wireless Camera System Users Manual
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1. 40 Omni at Base Yagi at Cameras e Mount Omni as high as possible e Use 400 series cable e Mini Yagi or 56 Yagi at cameras e Point Yagi antennas to the Base 40 Omni at Base It may be possible to increase transmission distance to many miles This will usually require an advanced antenna setup For assistance in selecting the right antenna for your application contact Buckeye Cam at www buckeyecam com or by phone at 866 325 8172 A Installing antenna masts may present a serious life threatening risk due to potential falls or contact with power lines Installation should only be done by a qualified professional in accordance with all appropriate codes X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 23 of 35 11 Repeaters 11 Repeaters Any X80 camera can act as a repeater camera This feature is very useful for extending transmission distance or transmitting over large hills or obstacles Transmit over hills using a repeater In this example camera 1 and camera 2 cannot get a signal to the Base due to a large hill blocking the line of sight Camera 3 has a clear line of sight to the Base and is able to get a good signal so camera 1 and camera 2 are routed through it Camera 3 receives all of the images from camera 1 and camera 2 and transmits them to the base it also acts as a normal camera Camera 4 transmits directly to the Base Extend transmission distance using repeaters In this example camera 32. Base Control Panel Done Choose your Base Type USB Connected NetBase CellBase CellBase 2 Base and Network Information System Type not defined Status Not Connected Serial Number N A Radio Firmware N A Channel ID Group 0 918 3151043 Cancel NetBase Connection Setup Connect to NetBase via network IP Address Domain Name Authentication Code Use default port number 10001 Check connection every Cm When connection is lost attempt to reconnect every 1 min eon Connect 13 of 35 6 Connecting to a Net Base Net Base Enter the Authentication Code from the Net Base 9 Information Sheet Cancel NetBase Connection Setup BuckEye Cam X80 NetBase Information Sheet This sheet contains login and authentication information and should be guarded to prevent somebody else from connecting to your CellBase unit Your CellBase Serial Number is 830 Te Connect to NetBase via network The following IP Address Domain Name will need to be entered into the X Series Network Manager IP Address Domain Name software under CellBase NetBase Connection Setup When connecting to the CellBase for the first time the user will be prompted to enter an Authentication pe ge m Code This code is listed below Authentication Code Additional information Communication Port Number 10001 Use default port number 10001 Configuration Port Number gt Password AirLink Modem Identification Information C
3. Use default configuration port 2332 These should be checked for normal use Use default configuration password ei Cell Base Enable or Disable Low Battery Detection B Enable Low Battery detection Cellular 1 0 If this box is checked the cellular connection will connection will be shut down to preserve be turned off when the battery is low This will L prevent battery damage It will be automatically turned back on if the battery charges back up to a sufficient level e g by solar charger It is recommended to check this box if the Cell Base is powered with a battery Cell Base Select the check connection and lost PG Gea Caras 4 4 connection times The connection to the Cell Base may be lost due When connection is lost attempt to reconnect every to a temporary Internet outage or a dropped cell 6 signal X Series Network Manager will periodically check the connection and try to reconnect if it is lost Shorter time settings will result in less down time but will use slightly more battery power Cell Base Click the Connect button Done Base Cell Base Click the Done button Control Panel 1 4 A Base and Network Information System Type X80 Status Connected to CellBase via IP Address c83 cellbase eairlink com Data Port 12345 Cfg Port 2332 RF Encryption Key Assigned View Connect Battery 100 12 84V Cellular Signal 64dBm Serial Number B830 Base firmware V
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5. 2 8 Radio Firmware 8070 Channel ID Group 6 827 3150497 Cell Base Close the enclosure lid Edit Connection Disconnect 15 X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 11 of 35 6 Connecting to a Net Base 6 Connecting to a Net Base Net Base Connect the pigtail to the AC DC wall adapter 1 Net Base Connect the AC DC wall adapter to the Net Base 2 Net Base Plug the AC DC wall adapter into an AC power outlet 3 A The AC DC wall adapter is for indoor use only Net Base Open the enclosure lid 4 Net Base Move the toggle switch down to the ON position 5 X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 12 of 35 Net Base 6 Net Base l Net Base 8 6 Connecting to a Net Base Connect to the network with an Ethernet cable Start X Series Network Manager and click on the Net Base icon Enter the IP Address Domain Name In order for X Series Network Manager to connect to a Net Base it must know the IP address that has been assigned to it The IP address is assigned to the Net Base by a DHCP server running on the local network The DHCP server may be running on a gateway or router You will need to access the client list table and find the IP address that matches the MAC address that is on the sticker inside of the Net Base You may need to refer to the gateway or router documentation for instructions on how to access the client list table X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0
6. can get a good signal to the base Camera 2 and camera 1 cannot get a signal to the base because they are too far away Camera 2 can get a signal to camera 3 so it is routed through camera 3 Camera 1 can get a signal to camera 2 so it is routed through camera 2 Camera 3 receives all of the images from camera 1 and camera 2 and transmits them to the base it also acts as a normal camera Notes on using cameras as repeaters e Repeating through cameras will cause some transmission delays e When a camera is acting as a repeater it can still function as a normal camera e f a camera has multiple cameras routed through it upgrading the antenna to a high gain Omnidirectional antenna may improve performance see Chapter 10 Antennas X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 24 of 35 11 Repeaters Setting up a repeater network with multiple cameras Repeaters Install cameras in their permanent location and check the signal to the Base see Chapter 9 Camera Installation For best results route cameras directly to the base when possible To setup a repeater network there must first be at least one camera that can get a signal directly to the base Repeaters Push the NEXT button until the display shows how the camera is currently routed HOME NEXT CHANGE ENTER Repeaters To change the routing push the CHANGE button The camera will now search for any other devices that it can get a signal from HOME NEXT CHANGE E
7. down O a O BRAG i Cancel Camera 1 Text 1 Show on pictures Text 2 QED G show on pictures Also add the following stamps to the picture Time Date Moon Phase Temperature Image format 1 3 Megapixel Picture gt Beasia Delay between motion triggers 5 seconds gt Motion sensor High Sensitivity gt Pictures per motion trigger 1 picture p Blink LED when motion detected No Camera Schedule ff Camera 1 Camera 3 Camera 1 Camera 3 Transmit latest picture first ff Automatically delete files Add Time Lapse X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 17 of 35 8 Camera Settings Stamps on pictures Time Date Moon Phase and Temperature may be added to pictures by checking the appropriate box Custom text may be entered in the Text 1 and Text 2 fields This text may be added to pictures by checking the box next to each field Image format Click on the arrow to select the image format Select the picture resolution or video Delay between motion triggers Click on the arrow to select the delay between motion triggers If a camera receives a motion trigger it will not respond to another trigger until the delay time has elapsed Motion sensor Click on the arrow to select the motion sensor sensitivity To disable the motion sensor set the sensitivity to Off Pictures per motion trigger Click the arrow to select the pictures per motion trigger value When the value is set to 1 the camera wil
8. try to connect again Can t connect to a Cell Base with X Series Network Manager Make sure the power supply is connected properly either a 12 V battery or AC DC wall adapter Make sure the Off On toggle switch is in the On position Make sure you have an active cellular data account Make sure you have entered the IP Address Domain name and Authentication code correctly from the Information Sheet Disable any anti virus or firewall software that my be blocking the connection Make sure that there is a good cell signal in the area where the Cell Base is Does your phone have good service Can t connect to a Net Base with X Series Network Manager Make sure the AC DC wall adapter is plugged in properly Make sure the Off On toggle switch is in the On position Make sure you are connected to the local network with an Ethernet cable Make sure you have the correct IP address Domain name entered Make sure you have the authentication code entered correctly from the Information Sheet Camera can t get a signal to the PC Base from a camera using standard antennas Make sure the antenna is connected properly There must be a limited amount of obstructions between the camera and the PC Base There should be few trees no large hills buildings or structures Make sure the distance between the PC Base and the camera is less than 2 miles Try moving the PC Base Do not put the PC Base in a basement If possible move it to a window that
9. 1 of 35 1 Warnings 1 Warnings Contains FCC ID MCQ XBEEO9P The enclosed device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions this device may not cause harmful interference and ii this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation If the camera is used with any antenna other than the portable antenna supplied with the X Series Camera Unit or PCBase Unit the system may not comply with the FCC regulation Part 15 247 Operation within the license free band 902 928 MHz Contact manufacturer regarding use of optional high gain antennas with the X80 Wireless Camera System To satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements for mobile transmitting devices a separation distance of 20 cm or more should be maintained between the antenna of this device and persons during device operation To ensure compliance operations at closer than this distance are not recommended The antenna used for this transmitter must not be co located in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter This product should not be used in any application where product failure may cause injury to persons loss of life or catastrophic property damage X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 2 of 35 2 Overview 2 Overview When a camera detects motion a picture or video is taken and transmitted to a base receiver Up to 254 cameras can be assigned to
10. 2 Motion detector range may be affected by camera mounting angle and ambient temperature 3 Approximately the center of camera field of view 4 Time from the moment motion is detected until the picture or video is captured An optional LiveCam account requires a paid subscription Email and LiveCam are available with Cell Base and PCBase only 6 Transmission range and speed will depend on the type of antennas that are used the surrounding terrain and amount of interference received X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 28 of 35 13 Camera Base 13 Camera Base lf a computer is not available to connect to a Base a camera may be configured to act as a base In this mode the Camera Base will receive images from other cameras and save them to an SD card To setup a Camera Base network follow the steps shown below Camera Connect the camera antenna i Base 1 alti Install a UB1270 battery into the battery pack 2 The red wire connects to battery The black wire connects to battery Camera Close and latch the battery pack and connect Base f it to the camera 3 Camera Open the camera enclosure and wait for the LCD mane display to show Not Registered Waiting for Base 4 POWER NEXT CHANGE ENTER X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 29 of 35 13 Camera Base Camera Push the NEXT button until the display shows pase Camera Mode f OKOKO Camera Push the CHANGE button until the display s
11. NTER C Repeaters When the search is complete push the NEXT button to the view all of the devices that were found if any NEXT CHANGE ENTER Repeaters Push the ENTER button when the display shows the camera that you would like to route through HOME NEXT CHANGE ENTER Repeaters If the camera is able to contact the base through the node that you have selected the display will show OK HOME NEXT CHANGE ENTER X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 25 of 35 12 Camera Technical Specifications 12 Camera Technical Specifications The X80 camera contains a 5 Megapixel image sensor When the camera is triggered by motion a picture or video is immediately taken If there is enough available light the camera will take color images If there is not enough available light a black and white infrared image will be taken For infrared images the scene is illuminated with an infrared flash that is invisible to the human eye The parts of the camera are shown below 1 Antenna Infrared flash Images sensor Motion detector Latch 2 3 4 Light sensor 5 6 7 Battery connector The camera may be opened using the latch to access the status display and control panel buttons If battery power is properly connected pushing any button will activate the status display The camera is watertight when the latch is closed and sealed properly However when the camera housing is opened it is NOT wate
12. ckeyecam com LiveCam Images that are received by X Series Network Manager may be automatically uploaded to an optional LiveCam account Images that are uploaded to LiveCam may be viewed from any computer that has an Internet connection by logging into your LiveCam account The account may be public or private The LiveCam service requires a yearly subscription fee To setup a LiveCam account visit www buckeyecam com Other X80 Series Wireless Devices The Buckeye Cam X80 Series also includes auxiliary sensors repeaters actuators and game feeder controllers All of the available devices work seamlessly together and may be controlled and monitored with the X Series Network Manager software application Visit www buckeyecam com for the latest product information X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 34 of 35 16 Warranty and Service 16 Warranty and Service For service or repair contact ATSI Buckeye Cam at ATSI 8157 US Hwy 50 Athens OH 45701 866 325 8172 740 592 2874 Fax 740 594 2875 www buckeyecam com Athens Technical Specialists Inc ATSI warrants Products BuckEye Cam sold by it and guarantees to correct by repair or replacement at our option any defects of material and workmanship which develop under normal and proper use within six 6 months from the date of the original purchase when inspection proves the fault to be of manufacturing Circuit board components only receive a twelve 12 month warra
13. e PCBase icon Choose your Base Type ei USB Connected NetBase Cellbase PC Base Click the Connect button X80 PCBase SN B83014C3 ai Connect PC Base Click the Done button Done Base Control Panel i A Base and Network Information System Type X80 Status Connected to PCBase Serial Number BB3014C3 Radio Firmware 8070 Channel ID Group 6 918 3151043 Disconnect X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 6 of 35 5 Connecting to a Cell Base 5 Connecting to a Cell Base Cell Base Make sure your Cell Base has an active cellular data account 1 If you need assistance setting up an account contact Buckeye Cam Service at 866 325 8172 ex 1195 or www buckeyecam com Cell Base Connect the power source lf you are using the AC DC wall adapter provided proceed to step A1 If you are using an external battery not provided proceed to step B1 Connect the pigtail to the AC DC wall adapter Connect the AC DC wall adapter to the Cell Base D wi Plug the AC DC wall adapter into an AC power outlet A The AC DC wall adapter is for indoor use only t3 Proceed to Cell Base step 2 X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 7 of 35 5 Connecting to a Cell Base Connect the battery cable to the battery Use the provided battery cable to connect to a 12 Volt 27DP DL marine battery or equivalent Battery is not provided RED BLACK Connect optional sola
14. ennas two options are available high gain antennas and or using cameras as repeaters This chapter will discuss high gain antennas Two types of high gain antennas are available omnidirectional and directional Yagi High Gain Omnidirectional Antennas e Transmit and receive equally in all directions i e 360 Should be mounted vertically e Mount high to avoid obstructions Typical Uses for Omnidirectional Antennas e Base antenna typically 40 Omni e Repeater camera antenna 26 Omni High Gain Yagi Directional Antennas e Transmit and receive mostly in one direction NS ay e Should be pointed at the receiver gt ee e Mount high to avoid obstructions Va at inl is ees e Provides the highest gain ii SEEN VE SR Typical Uses for Yagi Directional Antennas R N AIS e Camera antenna for improved signal Mini Yagi e Camera antenna for very long distances 56 Yagi e Camera antenna when transmitting through trees or brush wad X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 22 of 35 10 Antennas The following illustrations show examples of the most common antenna setups Transmission distances may vary due to many factors such as terrain trees brush or various types of radio frequency interference 40 Omni at Base Standard at Cameras e Most common antenna upgrade e Mount Omni as high as possible e Use 400 series cable e Typical transmission range up to 2 miles 40 Omni at Base
15. heck connection every Modem SN 002 E em gt 2 Raven ESN dec 00000000000 COT LL imin min i Raven ESN hex 00000000 TT TT When connection is lost attempt to reconnect every Cm For questions or comments ATSI BuckEye Cam Connect 8157 US Hwy 50 Athens OH 45701 USA Phone 740 592 2874 Toll free 866 325 8172 Fax 740 594 2875 8301226 Keep the Net Base Information Sheet in a safe place You may need it again if you need to re enter the connection setup or if you need to contact Buckeye Cam tech support Net Base Set the Check connection and lost connection times 1 0 The default time of 1 minute is adequate for most applications Net Base Click the connect button Net Base 12 Close the enclosure lid X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 14 of 35 7 Register Cameras 7 Register Cameras Register Connect the camera antenna i Register Install a UB1270 battery into the battery pack 2 The red wire connects to battery The black wire connects to battery Register Close and latch the battery pack and connect it to the camera i Register Open the camera enclosure and wait for the LCD 4 display to show Not Registered Waiting for Base POWER NEXT CHANGE ENTER X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 15 of 35 Register 5 Register 6 Register T Register 8 7 Register Cameras In X Series Network Manager 3k X Series Ne
16. hows pane Change mode to Base 6 NEXT CHANGE ENTER Push the ENTER button Base OKO Wait for the camera to reboot Base i OKO po Repeat Camera Base steps 1 through aes 4 for all other cameras that will be in the 9 Network Camera Push the NEXT button until display cad shows Add Camera and press ENTER 1 0 NEXT CHANGE ENTER Repeat until all un registered cameras are found Camera Push the NEXT button until the display shows Bae Camera Mode 11 X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 13 Camera Base Camera To change camera settings download the Camera Base ious software at www buckeyecam com and save it to an SD 1 2 card Camera Double click on the Camera Base software Boon Change settings if desired and insert the 1 3 card into the Camera Base HOME NEXT CHANGE ENTER Camera Install cameras Base 1 4 Follow the steps given in Chapter 9 Camera Installation X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 31 of 35 14 Troubleshooting 14 Troubleshooting Can t connect to PC Base with X Series Network Manager Make sure the computer meets the minimum requirements Windows XP or later 128 MB RAM 1 5 GB disk space USB port Make sure the USB drivers are installed on the computer They can be downloaded at http www buckeyecam com site support html Try closing X Series Network Manager and unplug the USB cable Plug the USB cable back in start X Series Network Manager and
17. ime If it is set to Never X Series Network Manager will never delete pictures from your computer Stamps on pictures Click the Add Time Lapse button to setup a time lapse schedule X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 18 of 35 9 Camera Installation 9 Camera Installation Attach camera to a solid structure The supplied spring buckle strap may be used to attach the camera to a tree vertical post or other solid structure Alternatively it may be attached with a screw or nail using the hole in the top of the mounting bracket The best height for the camera will depend on the primary target of interest Usually the camera should be placed at about the height of the center of mass of the primary target of interest For maximum motion trigger distance the face of the camera should be perpendicular to the ground lf maximum motion trigger distance is not critical the camera may be placed at an angle Connect battery pack If you have not done so already install the battery see Chapter 7 The supplied spring buckle strap may be used to attach the battery pack to the same solid structure as the camera It may also be attached with a screw or nail using the hole in the top of the bracket Alternatively the battery pack may be placed on the ground This may make it easier to conceal The battery pack is watertight however it should not be submerged Once the battery pack is in place connect
18. ion Detector Type Passive Infrared PIR Motion Detector Range 2 User adjustable Up to 100 feet Motion Detector Detection Angle 3 Approximately 10 degrees Reaction Time 4 0 2 Seconds Delay Between Pictures User selectable 1 second to 2 hours Stamps on Picture User selectable Date Time Temperature Moon Phase and 2 custom text fields Additional Optional Settings Custom camera schedules Time lapse photography Pictures or video emailed or uploaded to secure LiveCam Web site RF Transmission Range 2 miles standard antennas Distance may be increased with high gain antennas and or repeaters Transmission Speed Up to 8 kilo bytes per second Approx 6 sec for 0 3Mp picture Maximum allowable antenna gain 15 1 dBi including cable losses Number of Cameras Assigned to One Up to 254 Base Operating Temperature 40 to 140 F Battery Type 12V SLA UB1270 sold separately Solar Panel Optional solar panels sold separately Communication Frequency Band 902 to 928 MHz software selectable channel mask for interference immunity Transmitter Output Power Up to 250 mW Spread Spectrum FHSS Regulatory Approvals FCC USA MCQ XB900HP IC Canada 1846A XB900HP C Tick Australia Yes Anatel Brazil Pending 1 Specifications are subject to change and may not be available in all firmware or software versions
19. is facing the direction of the camera Upgrade the PC Base antenna to a 40 Omnidirectional mounted as high as possible using 400 series cable available from Buckeye Cam X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 32 of 35 14 Troubleshooting Can t get a signal to the PC Base from a camera using a Yagi Directional antenna Make sure the antenna is pointed in the direction of the PC Base see Chapter 10 The antenna cable should be 400 series cable from Buckeye Cam Raise antenna higher if possible Upgrade the PC Base antenna to a 40 Omnidirectional mounted as high as possible using 400 series cable available from Buckeye Cam Can t get a signal to the Cell Base from a camera using standard antennas If the Cell Base is installed outdoors try moving it closer to the camera or to a more central location if multiple cameras are registered to it There must be a limited amount of obstructions between the camera and the Cell Base There should be few trees no large hills buildings or structures Try mounting the antenna higher If longer cable is required use 400 series cable from Buckeye Cam Upgrade the antenna at the camera to a Yagi Directional antenna The Yagi antenna at the camera should be pointed in the direction of the Cell Base X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 33 of 35 15 Additional Information 15 Additional Information Video Tutorials X Series Network Manager video tutorials are available at www bu
20. it to the camera with the supplied cable X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 19 of 35 9 Camera Installation Make sure the Base is installed and powered up and the camera is registered i e PC Base Cell Base Net Base or Camera Base Open the camera enclosure and push the NEXT button until the LCD display shows the following message Signal to Base measuring If the camera can get a signal to the Base the LCD display will show the signal strength If the camera cannot get a signal to the Base it will show the following no response Transmission distance may be up to 1 2 miles line of sight using the standard antennas This distance may be reduced if there are obstructions between the camera and the Base If the camera cannot get a signal to the Base you can try moving it to a different location If that is not an option refer to Chapter 10 Antennas and Chapter 11 Repeaters Close the camera enclosure Do a walk test Make sure that the Blink LED when motion detected option is set to Yes and Delay between motion triggers is set to 1 in X Series Network Manager Walk in front of the camera and verify that the visible LED triggers To get the get the maximum trigger distance the face of the camera should be perpendicular to the ground lf maximum distance is not critical the camera may be placed at an angle X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 20 of 35 9 Ca
21. l take 1 picture each time it is triggered To take multiple pictures with each trigger set the value greater than 1 For example if the value is set to 3 the camera will take 3 pictures as fast as possible each time it is triggered Blink LED when motion detected Click the Yes No toggle button to enable or disable a blinking LED when the camera detects motion This is a visible red LED on the front of the camera It is very useful for doing a walk test in front of the camera to verify that it is triggering correctly Note If camera concealment is important this option should be set to No after the camera is installed in the permanent location Camera schedule Click the On Off toggle button to turn the camera schedule on or off Using the camera schedule the camera may be disabled at certain times of the day or use different settings a different times of the day Transmit last picture first Click the On Off toggle button to turn on transmit last picture first This setting controls how the camera transmits pictures when there is more than one picture waiting to be transmitted If this button is set to Off the pictures will be transmitted in the order they were taken If it is set to On they are transmitted latest picture first Automatically delete files Click the arrow to change this setting This can be used to have X Series Network Manager automatically delete pictures from your computer after a certain period of t
22. le charge Optional solar panel chargers are available to extend battery life indefinitely The camera and battery pack are housed in watertight weatherproof enclosures for reliable outdoor operation X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 4 of 35 3 Getting Started 3 Getting Started lf you are using a PC Base Cell Base or Net Base follow the steps below to set up your system lf you are using a Camera Base go to chapter 13 Getting Started 1 Getting Started 2 Getting Started 3 Getting Started 4 Getting Started 5 Install X Series Network Manager and USB Modem Driver for Windows Use the supplied installation CD or download at www buckeyecam com site support html Connect to a Base For PC Base refer to chapter 4 For Cell Base refer to chapter 5 For Net Base refer to chapter 6 Register cameras Refer to chapter 7 Adjust camera settings Refer to chapter 8 Install cameras in their permanent location Refer to chapter 9 X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 5 of 35 4 Connecting to a PC Base 4 Connecting to a PC Base PC Base Attach antenna The PC Base is for indoor use only If optional high gain antenna will be used refer to Chapter 10 PC Base Connect PC Base to computer with USB cable Minimum computer requirements are Windows XP or later 128 MB RAM 1 5 GB disk space USB port i PC Base Start X Series Network Manager and click th
23. mera Installation Adjust camera position if necessary If necessary adjust the positioning of the camera until the visible LED triggers in the desired range Small changes in the angle can have a significant affect on the trigger distance Install Repeat these steps for all cameras T Don t forget to return the camera settings to the desired values The Blink LED when motion detected option may be left on permanently but if camera concealment is important you may want to turn it off X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 21 of 35 10 Antennas 10 Antennas The standard antennas provided with X80 cameras are small omnidirectional antennas that attach directly to the camera The type of wireless transmission used is radio frequency RF line of sight Generally speaking this means that you need to have a limited amount of obstructions between the transmitting and receiving devices in order to get an acceptable transmission signal Standard antennas WILL transmit through e Most types of trees e Wood frame walls Standard antennas WILL NOT transmit through e Think pine trees conifers e Metal buildings or structures e Earth or large hills For many applications the standard antennas will work well The transmission distance with standard antennas may be up to 1 2 miles under ideal conditions i e very few obstructions For applications where a good signal to the Base cannot be obtained using the standard ant
24. nty All such Products must be returned to our service center transportation charges prepaid This warranty does not apply to any of our Products which have been repaired or altered by unauthorized persons or service centers in any way so as in our judgment to injure their stability or reliability or which have been subject to misuse negligence or accident or which have had their serial number altered effaced or removed We will not assume any expense or liability for repairs made by other parties without our written consent ATSI is not responsible for damage to any associated equipment or apparatus nor shall we be held liable for loss of profit or other special damages There is no other guarantee or warranty except as herein stated The Buyer his employees or others assumes all risks and liabilities for the operation the use and the misuse of the product described herein and agree to defend and to save the seller harmless from any and all claims arising from any cause whatsoever including seller s negligence for personal injury incurred in connection with the use of the said product ATSI reserves the right to discontinue models at any time or change specifications price or design without notice and without incurring any obligation The express warranties are in lieu of all other warranties guarantees promises affirmations or representations express or implied which would be deemed applicable to the goods sold hereunder No express war
25. one base Four different base options are available Transmission distance may be up to 1 2 miles with standard antennas Transmission distance can be increased by using high gain antennas or repeaters Computer with high speed Internet Cell Tower E j Cell Base k Computer with network connection a Net Base a Shy a las i LJ i Wa f pe X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 PC Base Connects to computer with USB e Lowest cost base option Cell service is NOT required Cell Base e Connects to computer over Internet e One cellular data plan is required e Works with most cell providers Net Base e Connects to computer with Ethernet e Uses existing network Cell service is NOT required Camera Base e Computer is NOT required e Camera acts as base with SD card Cell service is NOT required 3 of 35 2 Overview Images are received and all of the camera settings are controlled using the X Series Network Manager software application 2g X Series Network Manager I es Add Remove Device X80 PCBase Sh BaSO014C3 m Camera 1 Camera 2 Echo 3 Camera 2 Echo 3 m Images can be viewed from X Series Network Manager or automatically emailed or uploaded to your account at livecam buckeyecam com making them easily accessible from smartphones or tablets The cameras are powered with rechargeable lead acid batteries and can take thousands of pictures on a sing
26. r charger if used Use Buckeye Cam part number 997 0014 only RED RED BLACK Battery charging may produce potentially explosive gas Do not charge battery in a sealed enclosure Connect the battery cable to the Cell Base X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 8 of 35 5 Connecting to a Cell Base Cell Base Connect the antennas 3 Cell Base Open the enclosure lid 4 CellBase Move the toggle switch down to the ON position 5 Cell Base Wait for the first LED to blink slowly and the second 6 to be on solid This may take several minutes X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 9 of 35 5 Connecting to a Cell Base Cell Base Start X Series Network Manager and Base Control Panel 7 click on the Cell Base icon e a tae USB Connected NetBase CellBase CellBase A Base and Network Information System Type not defined Status Not Connected Serial Number N A Radio Firmware N A Channel ID Group 6 918 3151043 Cell Base Enter the IP Address Domain Name and Authentication 8 Code from the Cell Base Information Sheet Information Sheet BuckEye Cam X80 CellBase p Z va Cancel CellBase Connection Setup This sheet contains login and authentication information and should be guarded to prevent somebody else from connecting to your CellBase unit Your CellBase Serial Number is C8300 zzz The following IP Address Domain Name will need to be entered into the X Se
27. ranties and no implied warranties whether of merchantability fitness for any particular use or purpose against infringement or otherwise except as to title other than those expressly set forth herein shall apply X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 35 of 35
28. ries Network Manager Connect to CellBase via network IP software under CellBasc NetBase Connection Setup IP Address Domain Name IP Address Domain Name c830 ME cellbase eairlink com E S g When connecting to the CellBase for the first time the user will be prompted to enter an Authentication SA Code This code is listed below Authentication Code Authentication Code amm Pam F ma a mF o o St Additional information Use default port number 12345 Communication Port Number 12345 Configuration Port Number 2332 Use default configuration port 2332 Password lt SE AirLink Modem Identification Information Use default configuration password Modem SN C Modem P amp Enabled Low Battery detection Cellular Raven ESN dec O GEMME ooo connection willbe shut down to preserve Raven ESN hex G GHEE battery when voltage get too low Check connection every When connection is lost attempt to reconnect every ATSI BuckEye Cam age 8157 US Hwy 50 Athens OH 45701 USA For questions or comments Phone 740 592 2874 Toll free 866 325 8172 Fax 740 594 2875 C8301 20 Keep the Cell Base Information Sheet in a safe place You may need it again if you need to re enter the connection setup or if you need to contact Buckeye Cam tech support X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 10 of 35 5 Connecting to a Cell Base Use default port number 12345 Cell Base Set connection default options
29. rtight The camera should not be opened when it may be exposed to rain snow or other sources of water The function of each of the control panel buttons is as follows HOME Push to return the display to the first status message NEXT Push this button to go to the next status message CHANGE Push to change one of the parameters shown in the status message ENTER Push to select one of the adjustable parameters in a status message execute a function or apply a change If no buttons have been pressed for several minutes the display will go blank to save power X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 26 of 35 12 Camera Technical Specifications Power is supplied to the camera from an external battery pack The battery pack contains a 12 Volt sealed lead acid type battery Camera 5 25 4 ob Battery Pack The camera and battery pack are watertight and weatherproof when the latches are closed and sealed properly The standard color of the camera and battery pack is matte black Optional camo finishes are available in both desert and woodland patterns X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 2 of 35 12 Camera Technical Specifications Camera Specification Table 1 Picture Format User Selectable 5 Megapixel Mp 3 Mp HD 3Mp 1080 HD 1 Mp 720 HD 0 3 Mp Video Format 640 x 360 pixels Video Frame Rate Up to 15 frames per second Video Length 5 to 60 seconds Mot
30. twork Manager oS click Add Remove Device mamm Bdssikisiskii we X80 PCBase SN B83014C3 Drag the camera icon and drop xSeries Network Manager Sec it into the network view prap ee i og 5 Drag the device to register or unregister Camera Feeder Done Drop the Device here to register g X Series Network Manager fo le ls Add Remove Device Ha sss Repeat for all cameras Click Done when finished Drag the device to register or unregister Camera Feeder Done LARI Close the camera enclosure s After a camera is successfully registered the LCD display will show the camera number X80 Wireless Camera User s Manual v2 0 16 of 35 8 Camera Settings 8 Camera Settings To access the camera settings for any camera click on the camera icon in the network view to open the camera Control Panel S O BAE Camera 1 Control Panel Done A Picture Preview Click to open v EE AE TE Control Panel SN B83014C3 A Commands amp Check Status V Manual Trigger 0 Discard Pictures Disable Sensor gt Enable Sensor i Settings Restart Camera Camera 1 Camera 3 Camera 1 Camera 3 OAU E gt A Status Information Click on the Settings button from the camera Control Panel Note The X Series Network Manager window is re sizable If you do not see the Settings button you may need to use the scroll bar on the right side of the window to scroll
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