Barn Owl RangeCam - User Manual

What You’ll Need:
• Camera
• Smart Phone/Computer
• Credit Card
• IMEI and SIM numbers
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SIM NUMBER
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IMEI NUMBER
Quick Setup:
1. Scan the camera QR Code with
your smartphone camera app.
2. Click the link that appears in your
camera app to register your
account and automatically add
your camera.
3. Enter your billing details.
Manual Setup:
1. Unlatch and Open Camera.
2. Identify IMEI/SIM Numbers.
3. Register: Type app.barnowl.tech
in your web browser or scan the QR
code found on your camera box.
4. Type in the IMEI/SIM numbers.
5. Enter your Billing Details.
3: Test & Deploy
1. Attach Antenna(s)
2. Insert SIM and SD Cards
3. Test Data/Camera
4. Deploy
Pro Tip:
Not all cameras are equipped with QR
codes for activation. Check the front
of the box or inside the enclosure door.
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If your camera does not have a QR
code, you must follow the Manual
Setup process.
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Insert SD Card: Bottom
Slot, Label Facing You.
Insert SIM Card:
Gold Facing Camera
Lens. Cut Corner First.
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IMEI NUMBER
45385
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49569
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SIM NUMBER
Test & Deploy: Details
1. Flip Camera Switch to: “Setup.”
2. Wait for “Searching” message
to disappear.
3. Press OK to send Test Image.
Expectation:
1. See: “Send FTP” on Screen.
2. See: “Send Succeed” on Screen.
3. See: Test Image Received.
(Available in your WebApp Gallery)
4. Complete: If image is received,
you can turn your camera to “On”
and begin using your new
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Note:
When camera is switched to “On,”
your camera screen will turn off.
USER GUIDE
RangeCam
Standard Solar Panels:
1. Charge for 3-4 hours
with power adapter via 12V IN Port.
2. Then connect Solar Panel
to Camera via 12V OUT Port.
1. Charge Your Solar Panel:
Premium Solar Panels:
1. Charge for 3-4 hours with USB
connector via 5V IN Port.
2. Then connect Solar Panel
to Camera via 12V OUT Port.
OUT 12V : Connect Solar Panel to Camera
POWER
ADAPTER
DC IN : Power Source DC OUT : To Camera
TEST BUTTON CHARGE INDICATOR
USB Connector
2. Create Account | Activate Camera
Steps

Summary

Solar Panel Charging and Camera Setup

Solar Panel Charging Instructions

Instructions for charging standard and premium solar panels via power adapter or USB.

Account Activation Methods

Steps for activating the camera via quick setup (QR code) or manual setup (IMEI/SIM).

Testing and Deployment Guide

Procedure for testing camera functionality and deploying it, including expected results.

Camera Configuration, Support, and Policies

Camera Settings and Trigger Configuration

Configuration of motion and periodic triggers, including types, examples, and tips.

Product Support, Policies, and Contact

Information on help resources, return policy, warranty, optional care service, and contact details.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Important Technical Specifications
3. Usage Features
4. Maintenance Features

This document serves as a user guide for the Barn Owl RangeCam, a device designed for remote monitoring and image capture, likely for security, wildlife observation, or property surveillance. It details setup, operation, and maintenance procedures.

Function Description

The Barn Owl RangeCam is a remote camera system that captures images based on various trigger settings and transmits them for viewing via a web application. It is designed for outdoor use, powered by a solar panel, and communicates wirelessly using a SIM card. The system allows users to monitor remote locations, receive test images, and manage camera settings through a smartphone or computer. Key functionalities include motion-triggered image capture, periodic image capture, and on-demand image capture.

Important Technical Specifications

• Power Input (Standard Solar Panels): 12V IN Port for charging, 12V OUT Port to camera.
• Power Input (Premium Solar Panels): 5V IN Port via USB connector for charging, 12V OUT Port to camera.
• Connectivity: Requires a SIM card for wireless communication and an SD card for storage.
• Warranty: 2-year Limited Hardware Warranty covering defects in material and workmanship under normal use. An optional Barn Owl Care plan provides a lifetime warranty for theft and accidental damage for a small monthly fee per camera.
• Return Policy: 45-day money-back return policy from the date of delivery.

Usage Features

1. Charging the Solar Panel: * Standard Solar Panels: Charge for 3-4 hours using a power adapter connected to the 12V IN Port. Then, connect the solar panel to the camera via the 12V OUT Port. * Premium Solar Panels: Charge for 3-4 hours using a USB connector connected to the 5V IN Port. Then, connect the solar panel to the camera via the 12V OUT Port. * A "CHARGE INDICATOR" light and "TEST BUTTON" are present on the solar panel for operational checks.

2. Account Creation and Camera Activation: * Quick Setup: * Scan the camera's QR Code with a smartphone camera app. * Click the link that appears to register an account and automatically add the camera. * Enter billing details. * Note: Not all cameras have QR codes; check the box front or enclosure door. * Manual Setup (if no QR code): * Unlatch and open the camera. * Identify the IMEI and SIM numbers. * Register by typing app.barnowl.tech in a web browser or scanning the QR code on the camera box. * Type in the IMEI/SIM numbers. * Enter billing details. * Required Information: IMEI number and SIM number are crucial for activation.

3. Test and Deploy: * Steps: * Attach antenna(s). * Insert SIM and SD Cards:

• SIM Card: Gold facing camera lens, cut corner first.
• SD Card: Bottom slot, label facing you.
  • Test data/camera.
  • Deploy.

*   **Test & Deploy Details:**
    *   Flip the camera switch to "Setup."
    *   Wait for the "Searching" message to disappear.
    *   Press "OK" to send a Test Image.
*   **Expectation:**
    *   "Send FTP" appears on the screen.
    *   "Send Succeed" appears on the screen.
    *   Test Image is received (viewable in the WebApp Gallery).
    *   If the image is received, turn the camera to "On" to begin field use.
    *   *Note:* When the camera is "On," the screen will turn off.

4. Camera Settings (via Barn Owl HQ web app): * Accessing Settings: Select the three dots below an image in the gallery to access camera options, then choose "camera settings." * Trigger Settings: Determine how and when photos are taken. * Motion Trigger: When "ON," the camera automatically triggers on motion. * Trigger Delay: Time delay between motion triggers, displayed as HH:MM:SS. * Periodic Trigger: Time delay between automatically-recurring triggers, regardless of motion, displayed as HH:MM. * Trigger Window: Time window during which the camera operates, displayed as HH:MM-HH:MM.

• Example: For 3 scheduled images per day at 8am, 12pm, and 4pm:
• Set Periodic Trigger to 04:00 (triggers every 4 hours).
• Turn Trigger Window to ON and set for 08:00-16:00 (triggers between 8am and 4pm). * On-Demand Trigger: Click the camera icon below an image in the web app to trigger the camera on-demand. The camera should respond within 30 seconds if it's in the "ON" position and the SMS Setting is set to "Instant." * Group Options: Access group options by selecting the three dots in the camera group label. * Profile Access: Select "Profile" to access billing and account details. * Image Quality: Increase image quality with the "Photo Size" option in the app. Higher quality images use more data.

Maintenance Features

• Troubleshooting:
  • For common questions, visit BarnOwl.tech/Faq.
  • For detailed instructions, visit BarnOwl.tech/instructions.
  • For signal issues, contact Support@BarnOwl.tech.
• Preventing False Motion Triggers: Minimize unnecessary moving objects (e.g., tree branches) directly in front of the camera lens.

Barn Owl RangeCam Specifications

General

Brand	Barn Owl
Model	RangeCam
Category	Scouting Camera
Language	English