Boly BG662-W4K/BG636-K Trail Camera User Manual
1. Getting Started
1.1 Product View
The camera's physical layout is detailed across three views:
Front View:
The front of the camera features a prominent lens (2), a PIR (Passive Infrared) sensor (5) located above the lens, and multiple infrared LEDs (1) arranged around the lens for night vision. A lock mechanism (4) is visible on the side.
Inner Panel View:
When opened, the camera reveals an LCD display (17) on the left. To the right of the display are the control buttons: [SHOT Button] (16), [MENU Button] (15), [OK/PLAY Button] (9), [Up/Video Arrow] (8), [Down/Photo Arrow] (12), [Left Arrow] (11), and [Right Arrow] (7). The SD card slot (10) is positioned near the buttons. The power switch (14) is located below the buttons. The battery compartment includes a tray for AA batteries (18) and a separate compartment for an 18650 battery (19). A DC IN port (20) and a USB port (21) are also visible.
Bottom View:
The bottom of the camera has a screw hole (22) for mounting.
| Part Number | Part Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Infrared LED | |
| 2 | Lens | |
| 3 | Microphone | |
| 4 | Lock | |
| 5 | PIR | |
| 6 | Indication LED | |
| 7 | Right | Navigation button |
| 8 | Up/Video | Navigation button |
| 9 | OK/Play | Confirmation/Playback button |
| 10 | SD Card Slot | |
| 11 | Left | Navigation button |
| 12 | Down/Photo | Navigation button |
| 13 | Speaker | |
| 14 | Power Switch | [Power Switch] |
| 15 | Menu | [MENU Button] |
| 16 | Shot | [SHOT Button] |
| 17 | LCD display | |
| 18 | AA Battery Tray | |
| 19 | 18650 Battery Tray | |
| 20 | DC In | Power input port |
| 21 | USB Port | |
| 22 | Screw Hole |
2. Camera Operations
2.1 Power Supply
The camera can be powered by batteries or an external power supply.
2.1.1 Powered by Batteries:
- 4 or 8 AA batteries: High-density, high-performance rechargeable or non-rechargeable Alkaline batteries are recommended. NiMH batteries are also supported, provided each battery is above 1.5V.
- 5 X 18650 batteries: Use Pointed Head 18650 batteries. These can be charged by an external power supply (DC or Solar panel).
2.1.2 Power Supply:
A DC 6-Volt, 2 A external power supply adapter can also be used to power the camera (adapter not included).
2.2 SD Card Information
To ensure optimal performance, use SD cards with fast transfer speeds and long durability. The camera is compatible with Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) PRO cards, which work with SDHC compatible devices. Verify your product's compatibility with SDHC cards.
- Insert the SD card into the camera before turning it on.
This camera supports up to a 64GB capacity SD card and has no built-in internal memory. The camera will not function without an SD card properly inserted.
- Ensure the SD card is unlocked before inserting it into the camera.
- If you encounter issues with an inserted SD card, try reformatting it through the camera's main settings option.
2.3 Camera Modes
The camera operates in three basic modes, controlled by the power switch:
- OFF Mode: Switching the camera to the OFF position powers it down. A small amount of power may still be consumed. For long-term storage, it is recommended to remove the batteries.
- ON Mode: Switching the camera to the ON position activates it. When motion is detected within the monitored region, the camera will automatically capture photos or record videos based on programmed settings. Upon switching to ON, the motion indication LED (red) will blink for approximately 10 seconds, allowing time to position the camera for surveillance.
- SETUP Mode: Switching the camera to the SETUP position allows customization of camera settings and playback of captured images and videos on the LCD display. The camera will automatically shut down after a few minutes of inactivity.
2.4 Manual Image / Video Capturing
In SETUP Mode, press the [SHOT Button] to manually capture a photo or start recording video. Press the [SHOT Button] again to stop video capture.
2.5 Manage Images and Videos
In SETUP Mode, press the Playback/Preview function to view captured images or videos. The latest captured item will be displayed on the LCD screen.
- To view: Press the [Up/Video Arrow] or [Down/Photo Arrow] to navigate through previous or next images/videos.
- To delete: Locate the desired image or video. Press the [Delete Key]. Press the [OK Button] to confirm deletion, or press the [MENU Button] to cancel the deletion.
2.6 Quickly Change Camera Mode
While in SETUP Mode, press the [Up Arrow] or [Down Arrow] to quickly change the camera mode.
2.7 Trigger Modes
The cameras offer three trigger modes:
- PIR trigger: The PIR sensor is continuously active when the camera is on. Photos/videos are captured only when motion is detected.
- Time lapse: The default setting for Time lapse is OFF. If the time lapse interval is manually set to a non-zero value, the camera will begin capturing at preset intervals.
- PIR & Timer trigger: To enable both PIR and Time lapse functions, set the PIR trigger sensitivity (High, Normal, or Low) according to environmental conditions and set the Time lapse to a desired non-zero interval. The camera will capture images/videos at preset intervals regardless of motion, and also capture them when motion is detected.
*Note: Time Lapse and PIR Trigger cannot be set to OFF simultaneously.
Additional PIR settings:
- PIR Interval: This setting determines how long the PIR sensor remains disabled after each camera trigger. During this period, the PIR sensor will not react to any detected motion.
3. Remote Display & Settings
3.1 Basic Key Function & Display
To adjust camera settings, ensure the [Power Switch] is in the ON position.
- MENU: Enter the program menu in Preview Mode.
- Delete or Send: Used for deleting or sending an image/video in Playback mode.
- [Up/Video Arrow] / [Left Arrow] / [Down/Photo Arrow] / [Right Arrow]: Navigate between menu options. Press the [OK Button] to select.
- OK / PLAY: Save parameter settings and play videos.
- SHOT: Capture a photo or record a video manually.
When the camera is on, the screen will activate and display the following information:
The camera's LCD screen displays key information:
- Camera Mode: An icon indicating the current mode.
- Image Size: Resolution of the captured image (e.g., 24M).
- Date: The current date (e.g., 01/02/2018).
- Time: The current time (e.g., 19:53).
- Battery Level: A visual indicator of the remaining battery power.
- SD Card Status: Indicates if an SD card is present and recognized.
- Number of Images recorded: Shows the count of captured photos/videos (e.g., [00005/01874m]).
- Available SD Card Space: Displays the remaining storage capacity on the SD card in Mega Bytes.
3.2 Camera Setup Options
To access the camera settings menu, enter SETUP Mode and press the [MENU Button]. Use the [Up Arrow] or [Down Arrow] keys to select the desired sub-menu. Use the [Left Arrow] or [Right Arrow] keys to select different options. Press the [OK Button] to save the settings.
After changing each setting in SETUP Mode, you must press [OK Button] to save, or the camera will retain the previous setting.
| Menu Options | Descriptions |
|---|---|
| Photo Burst | Choose the number of photos taken after the camera is triggered: 1 Photo, 2 Photos, or 3 Photos. If Pic+Video is selected, Photo burst defaults to 1 photo, regardless of the entered value. Default: 1 Photo |
| Video Length | Choose the duration of the video recording. Valid values extend from 5 to 180 seconds with a one-second delay. Press the [Left Arrow] or [Right Arrow] keys to decrease or increase the video length. Default: 10 seconds |
| Set Clock | Set the camera's date and time. The date format is month/day/year. The time format is hour: minute: second. |
| Time Lapse | The camera can capture images or videos at a preset time interval regardless of motion detection. Changing this setting to a non-zero value turns on Time Lapse mode, and the camera will take photos at the set interval time. Values range from 5 minutes to a maximum of 8 hours. |
| PIR Trigger/ Sensitivity | If PIR Trigger/Sensitivity and Time Lapse options are BOTH OFF, the camera will not capture any photos or videos. Default: OFF This setting is for the sensitivity of the PIR sensor. There are four sensitivity parameters: High, Normal, Low, and Off. It is recommended to use HIGH sensitivity in areas with little environmental interference or warmer, humid temperatures or climates. Use LOW sensitivity for areas that have a lot of interference. The sensitivity of the PIR is affected by temperature; higher temperatures lead to lower sensitivity. If PIR Trigger/Sensitivity and Time Lapse options are BOTH OFF, the camera will not capture any photos or videos. Default: Normal |
| PIR Interval | This setting indicates how long the PIR sensor will be disabled after each camera triggering. During this time, the PIR sensor will not react to any detected motion or scheduled timer functions. The PIR Interval can be set between zero seconds to a maximum of 1 hour. Press [Left Arrow] or [Right Arrow] to decrease or increase the desired PIR Interval time. Default: 5 seconds |
| Work Day | Choose the days of the week you want the camera to work. This setting is only available in Hunting Mode. Default: All |
| Work Hour | This setting allows the camera to be active only during the set period of time per day. If activated, the camera will NOT take pictures or video outside of the specified working hour, regardless of any other setup option settings. The values are set to military time, ranging from 00:00 to 23:59. Default: OFF |
| Camera Name | You can set up to 10 characters for your camera name to distinguish which photo is taken by which camera. Default: OFF |
| Recycle Storage | In hunting mode, when the SD card is full, the first images or videos will be overwritten by new ones. This means you don't need to retrieve your memory card manually. However, in SETUP mode, the SD card cannot recycle storage. Default: OFF |
| Format SD | All information on the SD card will be deleted. Ensure you have made a backup of important data on the SD card before formatting. |
| Default Settings | Restore all settings back to the default values. |
| Version | Shows firmware and IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) information of the camera. |
| Password Set | Set up a power-on password. After setup, you will need to enter your pre-set password to access the camera. The password is composed of four digits. Default: OFF |
4. PIR Detection Zone
The PIR's detection range can reach up to 70ft in an open environment. The following diagrams illustrate this camera's PIR detection range compared to a standard PIR detection range.
The PIR sensor's detection range is visualized in a graph showing angles from 0 to 30 degrees on both sides, with distance markers in feet (e.g., 2M, 4M, 6M, 8M, 10M, 12M, 14M, 16M, 18M, 20M, 22M, 24M) extending outwards. The "Normal PIR" detection pattern is shown as a red curve, while the "NEW PATENTED PIR" pattern is shown as a green curve, indicating a potentially improved or different detection pattern. The maximum detection range is stated as 70ft in an open environment.
An angle diagram visually represents the relationship between the PIR detection angle (labeled 'α') and the camera's Field of View (F.O.V) angle (labeled 'β'). It clarifies that the detection angle 'α' is designed to be smaller than the F.O.V angle 'β'. This design choice aims to reduce the rate of capturing empty frames (where no motion is detected) and maximize the capture of actual motion events.
5. Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Detection Range | 100ft. |
| Illumination Distance | 100ft. |
| LED Type | 940nm |
| LED Number | 4pcs |
| Aperture | f/ 2.4 |
| Memory Card | 64GB Max |
| Display Screen | Built-In 2" LCD |
| Sound Recording | Yes |
| Operating Ambient | -20°C ~ +60 °C |
| Relative Humidity | 5% to 90% Noncondensing |
| Dimensions | 145.1*103.8*82mm |
| Unit Weight | 0.40Kg |
| Power Supply | 4 or 8 AA Batteries 5 Pointed Head 18650 Batteries 6V,2A External Power Supply |
| Standby Power Consumption | <0.3mA(<7mAh/Day) |
| Compliances | FCC, CE, RoHS |
6. Parts List
| Part Name | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Camera | 1 |
| USB Cable | 1 |
| Belt | 1 |
| User Manual | 1 |
| Warranty Card | 1 |
| Mounting Bracket | 1 |
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