Ltl Acorn 5210A - User Manual

Ltl Acorn 5210A Trail Camera
Box contents:
trail camera
strap
these instructions
warranty card (for your own records)
Set Up & Recording:
Remove any PIR sensor protectors before using your camera.
Open the hatch at the base of the camera & insert an SD Card (class 10, 16G max) and AA batteries
(at least 4). The camera can hold a maximum of 8 batteries so you can choose to add an extra 4 in
the back pack should you wish to - this would give your camera longer running time in the field.
Please read the section later in these pages about which batteries to use, battery choice is vital
to the performance of your Ltl Acorn trail camera and batteries are always the first place to
start if you think there is a problem with your camera!
Carefully remove back plate from camera body using the clips on each side and hand-tightening
screw on the back. The safest way to do this to avoid putting unnecessary stress on the side clips is
to hold the 2 parts of the camera together firmly with one hand whilst releasing the clips, one at a
time, with the other.
Move the ON/OFF/TEST switch on the bottom of camera to the TEST position.
The LCD screen will come on (will go straight off again if you have not inserted a compatible SD
card).
Push the MENU button & use the arrow keys to select & change settings.
Remember to push OK button after each setting change to save it.
Move the ON/OFF/TEST switch to the ON position, the LCD screen will now switch off & the
camera is now ready to start recording whenever motion/heat change is detected. You will see a red
light blink on the front of the camera for about 10 seconds after switching the camera into ON
mode, this is to give you time to move out of the sensor range to avoid recording yourself.
Close bottom hatch & re-fit back plate before putting camera in chosen location. Use the side clips
and the screw on the back to best seal the camera from the elements. The screw also takes some of
the strain off the side clips.
BATTERIES:
Batteries are not included but battery choice is vital for the performance of your camera.
UK distributor recommends Energizer Ultimate Lithium (for non rechargeables) or Panasonic
Eneloop Pro 2500mA (for rechargeables) but you can also speak to your retailer for advice on
which batteries they recommend.
Power issues can bring about many strange glitches and problems with any trail camera so it’s very
important to use a recommend brand and type before assuming you have a fault with the camera
itself.
IMPORTANT – Do not leave batteries inside the camera if you are not using it, this could
result in acid leak and ruin the camera – this is not covered under warranty!

Summary

Set Up and Recording

Initial Setup and Operation

Guide to inserting SD card and batteries, setting up the camera in TEST and ON modes using the menu.

Battery Recommendations and Safety

Details on recommended battery types for performance and critical safety warnings regarding battery storage.

Menu Settings and Configuration

Navigating and Saving Settings

Instructions on using menu buttons to navigate options, change settings, and save them using the OK button.

Key Menu Options Explained

Explanation of various camera settings including recording mode, resolution, time, intervals, and timers.

Playback and SD Card Management

Playback Options

How to playback recorded files on the camera's LCD screen and navigate through recorded images/videos.

Deleting Recordings

Method to delete individual recordings or all files directly from the playback screen on the camera.

SD Card Usage and Care

Guidelines on using compatible SD cards, formatting, and troubleshooting potential SD card issues.

Advanced Features and Camera Operation

Manual Reset Procedure

Steps to perform a system reset to resolve potential faults or glitches with the camera.

Infrared Features and Adjustments

Information on infrared beam, cut filter, and brightness adjustment for night vision performance.

Language Setting

Instructions on how to change the camera's display language using the menu.

How the Camera Works

Sensor Functionality

Explanation of the three heat sensors (side and central) and how they trigger recording.

Trigger Speed and Placement

Understanding trigger speed and best practices for camera placement for optimal subject detection.

Heat Sensor Sensitivity

How ambient temperature affects sensor sensitivity and recommendations for setting sensitivity levels.

Troubleshooting Tips

Power and SD Card Issues

Common troubleshooting steps focusing on batteries, SD cards, and checking for faulty hardware.

Reset and Moisture Removal

Procedures for system reset and drying the camera if exposed to moisture or damp conditions.

Infrared Cut Filter Test

Steps to test and maintain the infrared cut filter for optimal night vision image quality.

Ltl Acorn 5210A Specifications

General

Brand	Ltl Acorn
Model	5210A
Category	Scouting Camera
Language	English