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The videos/photos 

do not appear on the 

television

 

Verify if the camera is correctly connected to  

 

the television using the HDMI cable.

 

Verify if the memory card contains videos/ 

 

photos.

The computer does 

not recognize the 

camera

 

Verify if the camera is properly connected to  

 

the computer using the USB cable.

 

Verify that camera is turned on.

The computer can’t 

play videos

 

The .MP4 video format requires the use of a  

 

video playback software compatible such as  

 

VLC, Windows Media Player or QuickTime.

ERROR MESSAGES

Error message

Possible solutions

no card

 

There is no memory card in the camera. The use of  

 

a memory card is required to record video and  

 

photos

card ful

 

The memory card is full. Delete the files or use a 

 

 

new memory card.

SD error

The camera can not access the memory card.

 

 

Turn off the camera and turn it on again.

 

 

Remove the memory card and insert it again. 

 

 

Verify if the gold contacts are not dirty.

 

 

Format the memory card.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem

Possible solutions

Impossible to turn on 

the camera

• Verify if there is a battery in the camera.

• Charge the battery.

Impossible to turn on 

the remote control

• Change the batteries.

The screen of the 

camera turns off 

(ENERGY SAVING)

 

The screen turns off in order to preserve the  

 

battery while still recording. To return to the  

 

screen, press the OK button.

The camera turns off

 

Charge the battery.

 

When the remote control option is disabled,  

 

the camera turns off after 2 minutes of inacti- 

 

vity. 

Press and hold the   button a few 

 

 

seconds to turn on the camera.

The camera does not 

respond

 

Remove the battery and reinstall it.

Impossible to take 

videos/photos

 

Verify if there is a battery in the camera.

 

Charge the battery.

 

Memory card is full.

 

Verify if the camera is turned on.

The remote control 

does not communi-

cate with the XCEL HD 

camera

 

Respect the maximum wireless range (40 ft)  

 

between the camera and the remote control. 

 

Change the battery in the remote control.

The remote control 

does not communicate 

with the XCEL HD2 

camera

 

Turn off the camera. 

 

Turn on the camera and make a new synchro- 

 

nization. 

 

Respect the maximum wireless range (40 ft)  

 

between the camera and the remote control. 

 

Change the battery in the remote control.

The camera heats

 

It is possible that the camera warms up during  

 

extended use. (Heat sink located under the  

 

camera) This is normal and does not affect  

 

the life or performance of the camera.

The housing fogs

 

Use anti-fog inserts, sold separately (see 

 

 

AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES section)

 

Apply an anti-drip solution on the lens of the  

 

housing to prevent fogging when using the 

 

 

camera in the rain or underwater.

Troubleshooting/ Error messages

Summary of Contents for XCEL HD

Page 1: ...P INT SPY INT P SPY XCEL ACTION CAMERAS v2 5 USER MANUAL Models XCEL HD XCEL HD2 1 888 779 7646 support spypoint com tech spypoint com ...

Page 2: ...and the involvement of our employees in all stages of development manufacturing and product promotion Our priority is to provide outstanding multilin gual customer service Prosperous and respected GG Telecom is a company that keeps abreast of new technologies and listens to its customers Our XCEL products are constantly being developed Our research and development team works tirelessly to offer hi...

Page 3: ...s and screen depending on selected options 12 Remote control XCEL HD 14 XCEL HD2 15 Charging the battery 17 Memory card 18 Transferring files to a computer 18 Maintenance of the camera 19 Troubleshooting 20 Error messages 20 Available accessories 21 Specifications XCEL HD 23 XCEL HD2 24 Regulation 25 Limited warranty 26 Repair service 26 Table of contents ...

Page 4: ...e mount Flat adhesive mount Lens cleaning cloth Carrying case HDMI and USB cables Lens protector Wrist strap XCEL stickers 3 Camera with slide adaptor XCEL HD Quick release stands with safety ring 2 1 button remote control XCEL HD Lithium ion Polymer battery 2 way remote control XCEL HD2 Camera with slide adaptor XCEL HD2 MOUNTING ACCESSORIES INCLUDED Package contents ...

Page 5: ... BOTTOM VIEW MODE BUTTON ON OFF START STOP BUTTON BACK BUTTON MICRO HDMI PORT WIDE ANGLE LENS MICRO USB PORT MIC IN SLIDE ADAPTOR ANCHORAGE MICROSD SLOT OK BUTTON MIC MICROSD SLOT HEAT SINK MOUNT SYSTEM Components ...

Page 6: ...water use The housing is waterproof up to 160 ft image camera with XHD OHT housing An access screw for the microphone is located at the back of the housing Remove the screw completely to improve sound recording Note that the housing is no longer waterproof if the screw is loosened or removed the water will infiltrate into the housing USING THE CAMERA WITHOUT THE WATERPROOF HOUSING To use the camer...

Page 7: ...N 360 ROLL BAR MOUNT 90 STRAIGHT EXTENDERS CURVED FLAT ADHESIVE MOUNTS HUNTING EDITION BOW MOUNT SCOPE MOUNT HEAD STRAP MOUNT WATERPROOF HOUSING QUICK RELEASE STAND WITH SAFETY RING Included accessories installation ...

Page 8: ...ecording See OPERATION OF THE LED LIGHTS AND SCREEN DEPENDING ON SELECTED OPTIONS section To increase the zoom XCEL HD2 only press OK and to decrease press BACK Refer to the subject distance table in the REMOTE CONTROL sec tion to find which zoom level to use The zoom adjustment can be done while recording a video To stop recording press the button The camera beeps if the sound signal option is en...

Page 9: ...ws to take photos at predefined regular intervals Allows you to see the current configuration of the TIME LAPSE mode 1 Battery level 2 Time lapse mode 3 Time interval between each photo 4 Photo resolution 5 Remote control wireless 6 Zoom 1x to 4x only XCEL HD2 7 Sound signal 8 LED lights 9 Estimated number of photos that can be taken before the card is full To start taking photos press the button ...

Page 10: ...e 3 Number of recorded photos 4 Number of recorded videos VIEWING ON A TELEVISION Allows the user to view videos and photos directly on a television 1 Connect the HDMI cable included to the HDMI port of the TV and to the camera 2 Turn on the camera by pressing the button 3 Navigate on the interface to VIEW mode by pressing the M button 4 Select the VIEW mode by pressing the OK button The last vide...

Page 11: ...a is waiting for the signal from the remote control and flash rapidly during record videos photos See OPERATION OF THE LED LIGHTS AND SCREEN DEPENDING ON SELECTED OPTIONS section for more details Erase Allows the user to erase the last file or all files Allows the user to set the camera options Navigating in the menu The M button to move among the choices The OK button to select an option The BACK...

Page 12: ...s waiting for the signal from the remote control when the video photo or time lapse mode is shown on the screen The screen turns off after 1 minute of inactivity ENERGY SAVING To return to the screen press the OK button Video Time lapse The LED light on the back flashes rapidly The screen turns off after 5 seconds ENERGY SAVING Photo The LED light on the back flash twice DISABLED Enabled The camer...

Page 13: ...the camera goes into sleep after 2 minutes of inactivity to maximize battery life To wake the camera from sleep do one of the following actions 1 Press the RECORD button on the remote control 2 Hold down the ON OFF button on the camera for 3 seconds Configuration modes ...

Page 14: ...s are on the remote control automatically synchro nizes to each camera when the START STOP button is used to take a video or photo This means that the remote control will start recording or taking photos simultaneously on each of these cameras LITHIUM BUTTON BATTERY The light turns on to indicate that the batteries are drained The remote control must be powered by 2 lithium but ton batteries CR203...

Page 15: ...rve battery life 1 Selected mode 2 Zoom selected 3 Recording status 4 Keypad lock Note During a change of mode or zoom the camera screen will be up dated only when the recording starts sync sync ok ok 3 4 1 2 REMOTE CONTROL UTILIZATION Button Allows the user to change the recording mode Video photo or Time Lapse Button Allows the user to start and stop the video and photo recording When a video or...

Page 16: ...Unscrew the 6 screws 3 Open the cover and take out the battery Dispose of properly 4 Install the new battery in as indicated Battery polarity must be respected 5 Close the cover put the screws and the foams back The camera and the remote control will remain synchronized ATTACHING THE REMOTE CONTROL To attach the remote control using the strap included just insert the strap into the slots on each s...

Page 17: ...g recorded and the battery level reaches 0 the camera saves the file before shutting down TO CHARGE THE BATTERY 1 Using the USB cable included connect the camera to a USB power source a computer a booster pack a car charger XHD CUSB a USB adaptor XHD A sold separately sold separately 2 Select CHARGE ONLY with the M button and press the OK button 3 The battery icon displays the loading progress unt...

Page 18: ... MP 3900 7800 Video 480p 60 fps 5h45 11h15 720p 30 fps XCEL HD 4h45 9h45 720p 60 fps XCEL HD2 1h55 3h50 1080p 30 fps 3h45 7h30 TRANSFERRING FILES TO A COMPUTER Allows to transfer or to view videos photos using a computer 1 Connecting the camera to a computer using the USB cable included 2 Select USB TRANSFER by pressing the OK button 3 The USB icon appears on the screen to indicate that the file t...

Page 19: ...tons may rust Note It is important to follow these tips because the warranty does not cover any GG Telecom products which has been subjected to water damage due to user error WARNINGS Never place the camera or the battery inside or above a heating device such as a microwave oven a stove or a radiator This could lead to over heating or the deformity of materials or even cause a fire or explosion Pr...

Page 20: ...rns off in order to preserve the battery while still recording To return to the screen press the OK button The camera turns off Charge the battery When the remote control option is disabled the camera turns off after 2 minutes of inacti vity Press and hold the button a few seconds to turn on the camera The camera does not respond Remove the battery and reinstall it Impossible to take videos photos...

Page 21: ...HD A USB power adaptor XHD CHG Dual battery charger XHD CUSB Dual USB car charger MOUNTING ACCESSORIES XHD CM Cap mount XHD NVG NVG helmet mount XHD BJM Ball joint mount and low quick release stand kit XHD DOG Dog mount XHD PM Pole mount XHD SGM Shotgun mount XHD DM Decoy mount Available accessories XHD HK Helmet kit XHD AM Adhesive mount XHD CHM Chest mount XHD BM Bow mount XHD HSM Head strap mou...

Page 22: ...ICROSD 16GB 32GB PROTECTION AND OTHERS ACCESSORIES XHD LP Lens protector XHD MIC External microphone XHD FOG Anti fog inserts XHD TL Tether leash Available accessories XHD SM Suction mount XHD SSM Sling stud mount MA 360 Camera mount XHD TPM Tripod mount XHD 360RBM Roll bar mount ...

Page 23: ...ne input 2 5 mm input for external microphone optional Memory storage Support Internal memory none External memory microSD card up to 32 GB class 4 or higher not included Viewing TV output Micro HDMI Computer output Micro USB Power source Lithium ion polymer battery Rechargeable lithium ion polymer battery Dimensions 2 4 W x 1 7 H x 1 6 D Weight 2 9 oz camera with battery 5 7 oz camera with batter...

Page 24: ... AAC codec Microphone input 2 5 mm input for external microphone optional Memory storage Support Internal memory no External memory microSD card up to 32 GB class 4 or higher not included Viewing TV output Micro HDMI Computer output Micro USB Power source Lithium ion polymer battery Rechargeable lithium ion polymer battery Dimensions 2 4 W x 1 7 H x 1 6 D Weight 2 9 oz camera with battery 5 7 oz c...

Page 25: ...ed Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Opera tion is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this dev...

Page 26: ...y We will pay the shipping costs only for the return of the products covered by the warranty The shipping costs for an item sent to us will be assumed by the customer Repairs for damages not covered by the warranty will be subject to a reaso nable charge The customer will pay all shipping costs 1 BEFORE sending a product for repair please contact our technical support team at 1 888 779 7646 or tec...

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