Formatting the SD card before using it for the first time is recommended, especially when a card has been
used in other devices. This can be done using the camera’s “Format” function (pg. 8, “SD Card Format”). Make
sure
you have backed up (saved to your computer) any files you want to keep on a previously used card, as
formatting erases ALL files.
To take out the SD card, just gently push in the card (do not try to pull it out without pushing in first). The card is
released from the slot and ready to be removed when you hear the click. Be sure the camera’s power is
switched OFF before removing or inserting SD cards.
SETUP MODE
Once batteries are installed and an SD card is inserted, you’re ready to go into the Setup Mode to get the camera
ready to use, with all options set to your preferences. While this can be done in the field (no computer or internet
access is needed), most
users will likely want to setup the camera at home, in advance. There are only a few settings to make, so the
process is quick and easy. To start setting up your Tasco Trail Camera:
To enter Setup Mode, move the Power Switch to the middle (AIM) position (Fig. 1). The display will come on
and show the initial Setup screen (Fig. 5). Note: Don’t worry if you notice the STATUS LED flashing during the
Setup process-this is normal, as the AIM position of the switch has a second function that will be covered later
in this manual.
Press the OK key to begin. When the display flashes, you can use the UP and DOWN keys to change the
setting of the currently selected option or item.
When you finish changing a setting (or leaving it set “as is”), press OK to lock in the setting and move on to the
next option/item. If there is a setting that you don’t need or want to change from the default or current setting,
simply
press OK to confirm and skip to the next item/option. Once you go through the Setup Mode items and change
a few settings, you’ll quickly see how this works.
SETUP MODE
