Super Circuits 940-GSM Operation & User’s Manual

Field Surveillance Camera User Manual Product: 940-GSM Please read this manual before using your camera, and always follow the instructions for safety and proper use. Save this manual for future reference. 940-GSM_CM 9/13/13 ...

in extreme temperatures or humidity levels may cause electric shock and shorten the life of the product. ...

Table of Contents SECTION 1 Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 1.1 Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

SECTION 1 Features The 940-GSM Field Surveillance Camera is a rugged, water-repellent outdoor camera for use in extreme temperature conditions. It includes the MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service) module for transmitting video and pictures to a phone or email address. With its highly sensitive passive infra-red (PIR) sensor, the camera detects the sudden change of ambient temperature caused by moving objects in a region of interest (ROI ...

SECTION 1: FEATURES 1.2 Camera unit The 940-GSM Field Surveillance Camera includes two modules: a camera module and an MMS module. These modules are usually latched together. To separate them, loosen the thumb screw on the back of the unit, undo the buckle on the side, then carefully remove the tab of the camera module from the slot on the side of the MMS module. Thumb Screw Buckle Thumb Screw on Back Camera and M ...

1.3 Camera module setup The camera module features a built-in infra-red (IR) array for taking photos up to 30’ away in dark environments, and built-in passive IR (PIR) sensors for detecting objects moving into the region of interest (ROI). IR Array Camera Lens Light Sensor Motion Indicator Main PIR Sensor PIR Sensors Bottom Cover Latch and Lock Ring TFT display and keypad on the back of the camera module are for setup, programming, ...

SECTION 1: FEATURES The camera external interface connectors are located Inside the cover on the bottom of the camera module. To open the bottom cover, turn the latch on the lower corner so it points toward the body of the camera, then push it down to open the cover. Latch Alignment Latch Alignment Cover Latched Unlatched Battery Bay Cover (Press here to open) TV Out Jack 6 - 12 VDC Power Adapter Socket SD Card Slo ...

1.3.1 Installing an SD card To install an SD (flash memory) card: 1. Set the power switch to off. 2. Slide the card into the SD card slot as shown below. The card should slide in smoothly. Power Switch SD Card 3. Push the SD card in until it latches into place. The camera stores pictures and videos on the SD card in the folder \DCIM\100IMAGE, and all MMS pictures in the folder \DCIM\ MMS\100IMAGE with the same filename. Photo filenam ...

SECTION 1: FEATURES Battery Bay Cover Insert 2 AA Batteries Here, “–” Ends toward Base. Insert 2 AA Batteries Here, “+” Ends toward Base. After installing batteries, fold the battery bay cover up, then press it in until it latches. To perform software setup for the camera, refer to Section 2 of this manual. CAUTION  If you are not using the camera for an extended period of time, remove the batteries fr ...

Keypad control panel The keypad control panel us used for configuration setup , manual camera operation, and for viewing and playing back recorded photos and video. Button Function MENU Press to enter the configuration menu system to program the camera. t Press when needed to navigate in the menu system. p (video) Press to shoot a video segment. u (shot) Press SHOT to manually trigger the shutter. A photo or video (depending on the ca ...

SECTION 1: FEATURES Tab Push to unlock 1.4.1 Installing a SIM card To install a SIM card, open the card holder and slide the card all the way into the card holder as shown below. Then fold the card holder onto the contacts, and slide the card holder towards the bottom of the unit to lock it into place. SIM Card Card Contacts SIM Card Holder Lock SIM Card Inserted SIM Card Installed ...

1.4.2 Installing batteries in the MMS module When installing batteries in the battery compartment, follow the (sardine) orientation order shown below. Put Positive Terminals For These Batteries Here. Put Positive Terminals For These Batteries Here. Camera module Contact Pins After installing batteries, close the battery compartment cover. CAUTION  When batteries are installed in the MMS module, do not touch the Camera Module Cont ...

SECTION 2: ADVANCED SETTINGS SECTION 2 Advanced Settings Advanced settings can be configured using the TFT display and keypad control buttons, or through a computer. 2.1 Camera setup using the keypad control buttons To enter camera setup mode: 1. Separate the camera and MMS modules. 2. Install batteries in the camera module. 3. Set the power switch to TEST. 4. Install an SD card in the camera module. 5. Press the ...

Parameter Setting Description Interval 1 minute, optional from 1 second to 60 minutes Select the length of time that the camera will wait between the time of the last picture was writ- ten in the SD card, until it responds to any new triggers from the PIR sensor. During the selected interval, the camera will not take pictures/videos. This prevents the SD card from filling with redundant images. Sense Level Normal, High, Low ...

SECTION 2: ADVANCED SETTINGS In the MMS Setup subdirectory, find and run the Setup.exe file. The following window will open: 2.2.1 Camera function setup Click the Camera Setup button to open the camera interface shown below. In the camera setup menu, do the following. Refer to the Menu system parameters table above for more information. ...

1. Select the Mode, Image Size, Video Size, etc. options you prefer from the drop-down menus. 2. Set the Timer, Serial No., and Time Lapse menu setup as needed. 3. Click the GetTime button to set the camera’s date and time to your computer’s date and time. 4. Power off the camera if necessary, then connect the camera USB interface to the computer using the USB cable provided. Wait for the computer to recognize the USB de ...

SECTION 2: ADVANCED SETTINGS To setup the MMS functions, do the following: 1. Click MMS Setup. The MMS window will open. 2. Open the MMS Mode drop-down list and select either Auto or Manual. Auto: If you selected Auto, open the Country drop-down list and select your country and the Mobile Phone Network Operator (MPNO) for your SIM card. The section below will populate with parameters pertaining to the selected MPN ...

Manual: If you selected Manual, contact your MPNO for the required information to use their service, then enter the parameters in the fields below. 3. Power off the camera if necessary, then connect the camera USB interface to the computer using the USB cable provided. Wait for the computer to recognize the USB device (your SD card). 4. Click Select, then choose the root directory of the SD card for the location for saving y ...

SECTION 3: USING YOUR CAMERA SECTION 3 Using your camera 3.1 Aiming the camera With the power switch in TEST mode, you can test the working area of the PIR (passive infrared) sensor sensing angle and distance. Using this test you can find the best placement for mounting and aiming the camera. To perform the test: • Attach the camera to a tree or tripod, aiming it at the region of interest (ROI). Supercircuits r ...

• SIM card is installed and the MMS service is active. (NOTE: Some MMS services require pre-paid balance in the account.) • The SIM card is not password protected. • MMS function setup is correct. • The Timer function is OFF. If the Timer ON, expect to receive photos through MMS only during specified time period. • Ensure that the MMS Status parameter is NOT set to OFF or SMS. • The Picture No./day parameter is s ...