Table 2: Camera screen information explained
Note:
You must tap the ‘Battery Level’ and ‘Status information’ icons to
view additional information.
Camera settings
The camera settings are configured using a device profile in the Illustra
body worn camera application. If the default device profile is used, then
the camera button functions will be as shown in the Figures 1 and 2. For
more information on customising the camera settings using the device
profile, refer to the Illustra Body Worn Camera Configuration Guide.
Software updates
Software updates must be applied to the Illustra body worn camera
before using it for the first time. To update the Illustra body worn camera,
follow the software update instructions in the Illustra Body Worn Camera
Configuration Guide.
Description
1
Recording Status
– Not Recording, Pre Recording or
Recording
2
Wi-Fi Status
– Signal strength
3
Signal Status
– 2G / 3G or 4G
4
Live Server Connection State
– Online / Offline
5
Battery Level
– % of battery left in the camera
6
Status Information
– Identifies the server that the camera
is connected to, the Live stream account name and current
active network profile
Security
Mounting the camera (continued)
Figure 3
Inserting a SIM card into the camera
The Illustra body worn camera requires a nano-SIM card. The front
case panel and battery must be removed to access the SIM card slot.
1. Remove the battery as per steps 1 to 6 in the ‘
Replacing the
Illustra body worn camera battery’
procedure.
Note:
The SIM card slot has a locking tray.
2. Slide the tray (Figure 4) to the right and lift it upward to access the
SIM card slot.
Figure 4
3. Insert the SIM card into the SIM card slot and then place the tray
down on top of the SIM card and gently push the tray downward
onto the SIM card.
4. Slide the tray to the left until it locks into place.
5. Insert the battery as per steps 7 to 10 in the ‘
Replacing the Illustra
body worn camera battery’
procedure.
Status LED’s explained
The status LED’s and flashlight are identified in Figure 1. The LED
light sequences in Table 1 below apply when the camera is
docked. The LED light sequences used when the camera is
assigned and operational are configured from the Illustra body
worn camera application. Please refer to the Illustra Body Worn
Camera Configuration Guide for more information on configuring
the device profiles.
Table 1: Status LED’s explained
Docked
Status
Left
LED
Middle
LED
Right
LED
Flashlig
ht
Charging
Red
Off
Off
Off
Downloading
recordings
Red
Flashing
Green
Off
Off
Ready for
use
Red
Green
Off
Off
Camera
assigned
Red
Green
Off
Flashing
Error
(check
camera
screen)
-
-
Flashing
Blue
-
Camera screen information
The ‘CAMERAVIEW’ screen (Figure 5) is visible when the camera is
operational. The information in Figure 5 is visible on screen.
Figure 5
Battery Charging Guidance
This section outlines guidance for charging camera batteries and correct
operation to maximise battery life.
Usage of the equipment outside of the guidelines may result in
shortened battery life, or battery failure.
A failing battery can be identified by its failure to hold charge, or by signs
of swelling - this can be seen by closely examining the camera case
without having to open it.
In either scenario, remove the battery from the device and contact
https://illustracameras.com/technical-support/
. Do not use or
charge the device.
Battery Lifespan
Rechargeable Lithium-Ion batteries have a rated lifespan of 500 full
charge and discharge cycles. With age, batteries will gradually lose their
capacity to hold a charge. This loss of capacity (aging) is irreversible. As
the battery loses capacity, the length of time it will power your device (run
time) decreases. Additionally, lithium-ion batteries continue to slowly
discharge (self-discharge) when not in use or while in storage. It is
advised that you routinely check the battery’s charge status. The device
should be recharged regularly to maintain the internal chemistry of the
battery.
Charging Guidance
•
DO charge the battery in an environment that is below 25°C.
Charging above this temperature range may harm the
performance of the battery or reduce the battery’s life expectancy.
•
DO recharge a depleted battery as soon as reasonably possible. If
the camera is operated until it shuts down due to low battery, it
should ideally be recharged within a day.
