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BirdCam

User’s Guide

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WSCA03 - Audubon BirdCam

WSCA02 - BirdCam 2.0 w/ Flash

Summary of Contents for Auduborn BirdCam WSCA03

Page 1: ...BirdCam User s Guide For Models WSCA03 Audubon BirdCam WSCA02 BirdCam 2 0 w Flash...

Page 2: ...ina This product is covered by one or more of the following US Patents 6735387 6768868 6834162 Other patents pending WARNING This product may contain lead a chemical known to the state of California t...

Page 3: ...w wingscapes com support Address Wingscapes 150 Industrial Road Alabaster AL 35007 Photogallery wingscapes com photogallery YouTube youtube com wingscapes Blog wingscapes typepad com wingscapes Facebo...

Page 4: ...t Guide 4 Getting to Know the BirdCam 5 Mounting the BirdCam 12 MODE Menu 17 SETUP Menu 19 AUTO Mode 34 MANUAL Mode 35 TIMELAPSE Mode Model WSCA02 only 36 Accessing Photos and Videos 38 Troubleshootin...

Page 5: ...2 to 4 feet in front of it Weather bird species feeder type feeder placement and other factors all influence BirdCam performance Custom settings allow you to optimize the BirdCam for a variety of con...

Page 6: ...er to the chapter on Mounting the BirdCam for suggestions 4 Using the included tape measure adjust the focus ring to match the distance between the BirdCam and the target 5 Move the BirdCam s power sw...

Page 7: ...ize yourself with the Wingscapes BirdCam What s in the Box BirdCam Stretch cords for mounting 2 USB cable for downloading photos and videos to a computer TV Out cable for viewing photos and videos on...

Page 8: ...infrared sensor display photocell turns BirdCam off at dusk on at dawn loop for aiming Flash WSCA02 only camera lens shutter button in MANUAL mode cutaways for attaching stretch cords latches security...

Page 9: ...or optional SD memory card TV out cable plug mode button menu navigation buttons photocell turns BirdCam off at dusk on at dawn power ON OFF switch plug for optional 12 Volt DC power supply focus ring...

Page 10: ...TV OUT SD Card optional Auto Timelapse Delay Variable No Delay Daily Multiple Shots Event 1 10 Lens multi element glass fixed aperture f 2 8 Lens Field of View 52 degrees roughly equivalent to a 46mm...

Page 11: ...red on the SD card are accessible when the BirdCam is connected to a computer or TV or by using an optional SD card reader IMPORTANT NOTES ABOUT SD MEMORY CARDS a Always turn the unit off when inserti...

Page 12: ...1 3 789 Photo High 2048 x 1536 24 1 480 Video Clip 10 sec 640 x 480 7 430 Memory Capacity for BirdCam 2 0 Model WSCA02 Resolution Internal Memory 32 MB Optional SD Memory Card capacity shown for 2 GB...

Page 13: ...isplay reads B20 or lower replace batteries Photocell The BirdCam is equipped with a light sensitive photo cell which con stantly measures available light In very low light the photo cell forces the B...

Page 14: ...situation e g inside a nest box When mounted the BirdCam should not move e g do not hang the BirdCam Position the BirdCam so there is no obstruction like branches or leaves between the BirdCam and it...

Page 15: ...he warning label on BirdCam before operating the laser To operate the laser aiming device 1 With the BirdCam door open use the MODE button to display ENTER SETUP and press to enter the SETUP menu 2 Wi...

Page 16: ...am This is an excellent way to get close up photos and videos of many birds that do not regularly visit feeders Scenario 2 Mount with Included Stretch Cords The two included stretch cords can be used...

Page 17: ...y are a great option to use with the BirdCam Note Most tripods are NOT weatherproof Shooting through Glass Windows A tripod is a great option for users who want to setup the BirdCam indoors aimed out...

Page 18: ...Arm optional accessory Wingscapes has designed an accessory bracket that makes it easy to mount a BirdCam on any round feeder pole with a diameter of to 1 For more information about this accessory con...

Page 19: ...to enter the MODE menu Navigate the MODE menu To navigate between the three operating modes AUTO MANUAL and TIMELAPSE and the SETUP menu press either the MODE or button Enter your selection From the...

Page 20: ...18 Press MODE or Press MODE or Press MODE or Press MODE or Mode Menu At any of the above screens press to enter your selection...

Page 21: ...and other options that will optimize the BirdCam in different conditions REMEMBER At any time you can reset the BirdCam to its default factory settings by scrolling to RESET TO EASY in the SETUP menu...

Page 22: ...the or button will save that value Exit the SETUP menu Press the MODE button at any time to exit the SETUP menu and return to the MODE menu NOTE If the BirdCam is left in this mode without activity fo...

Page 23: ...when videos are preferred For a chart showing the EASY VIDEO values see the table below EASY PHOTO and EASY VIDEO Settings Setting NO EASY PHOTO EASY VIDEO RESET TO EASY No EASY PHOTO EASY VIDEO PHOTO...

Page 24: ...os or 10 second videos PHOTO Choose this value to take photos VIDEO Choose this value to take videos PHOTO QUALITY NOTE This setting does NOT appear when VIDEO is selected in the PHOTO OR VIDEO settin...

Page 25: ...tail for photo prints larger than 8 x10 Some will prefer to reduce these images on a computer before emailing We recommend using a lager capacity SD card when taking video or high resolution pictures...

Page 26: ...djust the time interval between photos or videos When the BirdCam wakes from a delay in TIMELAPSE mode it will immediately take photos or videos and then re enter a delay Notes about DELAY NO DELAY op...

Page 27: ...25 SETUP Menu DELAY values NO DELAY 30 MIN 30 SEC 45 MIN 1 MIN 1 HR 2 MIN 4 HR 5 MIN 6 HR 10 MIN DAILY 20 MIN 5 MIN is the default setting...

Page 28: ...Cam will take between each delay period choose between 1 10 When the PHOTO OR VIDEO setting is set to VIDEO this setting becomes VIDEOS EVENT Recommendation If you are getting two many images or too m...

Page 29: ...to detect motion for 60 seconds it will re enter a delay without taking the maximum number of photos In TIMELAPSE mode model WSCA02 only when a delay period ends the BirdCam immediately takes the spe...

Page 30: ...MEDIUM value and then adjust to HIGH or LOW accordingly HIGH Use this setting if you think the BirdCam is not triggering often enough with the MEDIUM value selected This value can be useful when the d...

Page 31: ...E TIME and CAMERA NAME 1 Press or to display YES CHANGE 2 Press to enter SETUP DATE TIME 3 Press and to change values for day month year hour minute and AM PM 4 Press and to move between day month yea...

Page 32: ...alue will have no affect on the BirdCam YES To permanently erase all photos and videos stored in the BirdCam s memory select YES and press When DONE is displayed the memory has been erased SD Card ins...

Page 33: ...g has two options NO This option is the default factory value Selecting this value will have no effect on the BirdCam YES Select this option and press to run a diagnostic test When you see the message...

Page 34: ...n BirdCam before operating laser To operate the laser aiming device 1 With the BirdCam door open use the MODE button to display ENTER SETUP and press to enter the SETUP menu RESET TO EASY will display...

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Page 36: ...s infrared sensor can not detect bird activity through a pane of glass Enter AUTO mode From the MODE menu press the or MODE button until the display reads START AUTO Press to enter AUTO mode The BirdC...

Page 37: ...osen in the SETUP menu NOTE The motion sensor is NOT active in the MANUAL mode Enter MANUAL mode From the MODE menu press the or MODE button until the display reads START MANUAL Press to enter MANUAL...

Page 38: ...ODE menu press the or MODE button until the display reads START TIMELAPSE Press to enter TIMELAPSE mode The BirdCam will countdown for 30 seconds before entering TIMELAPSE mode This gives you time to...

Page 39: ...TO OR VIDEO yes yes yes PHOTO QUALITY 1 yes yes yes DELAY yes yes PHOTOS EVENT 2 yes yes SENSITIVITY yes IMPRINT INFO yes yes yes ERASE IMAGES TEST CAMERA 1 PHOTO QUALITY setting does not appear when...

Page 40: ...to the TV OUT jack on the BirdCam 2 Connect the opposite end of the supplied A V cable to a VIDEO IN jack on your TV 3 Turn the BirdCam ON and enter the SETUP MENU 4 Use the and buttons to scroll thr...

Page 41: ...y should appear as new drive in Finder Viewing Images on a Computer Using Optional SD Memory Card and Reader Using an optional SD memory card not only allows you to expand your BirdCam s memory but it...

Page 42: ...is between your target and the infrared sensor DECREASE the DELAY setting INCREASE the PHOTOS EVENT setting INCREASE the SENSITIVITY setting DECREASE distance between BirdCam and your target 2 BirdCa...

Page 43: ...ing DECREASE the PHOTOS EVENT setting Position the BirdCam to minimize open area behind the target eg aim at feeder against a wall or seed on the ground This should reduce the number of fly by trigger...

Page 44: ...until YES appears 3 Press or button to activate your selection 4 When you see the message WAVE HAND NOW wave your hand about 12 inches from the BirdCam s infrared sensor When you see the message TEST...

Page 45: ...tery O V or Battery Low 1 0 IR Sensor Test IR Sensor Passed IR Sensor Failed 3 0 Cam Mod Test Cam Mod Passed Cam Mod Failed 4 0 Clock Test Clock Passed Clock Failed 9 0 Memory Test Memory OK or No SD...

Page 46: ...ease contact Wingscapes BirdCam Mounting Arm Product WSBR01 This accessory bracket makes it easy to mount the BirdCam to most standard bird feeder poles WINGSCAPES 150 Industrial Road Alabaster AL 350...

Page 47: ...nd used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guaran tee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this...

Page 48: ...parts which have been found to be defective in original material or workmanship Should you require in warranty service call our Customer Support Department If your problem cannot be addressed over th...

Page 49: ...rdous to the eyes Do not stare into the beam or direct it toward other people Caution Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazard...

Page 50: ...48 Additional Information This product label can be found inside the battery compartment This yellow laser warning label can be found inside the door on the face of the BirdCam CK70300001...

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Page 52: ...wingscapes com 888 811 WING This product is covered by one or more of the following US Patents 6735387 6768868 and 6834162 Other patents pending 2009 EBSCO Industries Inc All Rights Reserved...

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