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Mounting the PlotWatcher Pro
A tree strap is included for mounting your PlotWatcher Pro to a tree. The strap
should be snug, but not too tight. The larger the tree you choose, the less
wind sway you will have in your time-lapse video. It is sometimes helpful to
use a small stick between the top of the camera and the tree to adjust the
angle of the camera. Many game camera mounting accessories that work with
the PlotWatcher Pro are available, such as tripods, stakes, and adjustable tree-
mount devices. If you wish to use a mounting accessory, select one that uses
¼-20 thread to mount into the base of the camera.
If theft is a concern, note that you can place the PlotWatcher Pro high into a
tree, generally out of sight, because it does not rely on motion triggering. You
can also use a padlock on the access door of your PlotWatcher, and/or a
security cable such as the Masterlock Python brand can be passed through the
housing to secure your camera to a tree. Check
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these and other PlotWatcher Pro accessories.
Collecting Video
To start your camera, insert your memory card, slide the POWER switch to ON,
and wait for the status screen to display. Select your preferred settings with
the slide switches, and/or the screen-based settings pages. (See “User
Interface” section for more details.) When the camera says “Close to Start” in
the top line of the status display, you can shut and latch the door to being
capturing time-lapse video.
