DARK OPS PRO DCL NANO · User manual

Before use

Thank you for purchasing a Browning Trail Camera. Built with carefully selected materials and workmanship, these cameras help you observe and record activity in the field. Read this manual before use. For setup and operating assistance, contact local support.

Quick start

Press the battery eject button; the tray extends approximately 12.7 mm. Install six AA alkaline batteries and an SD card. Set the date and time using the control pad. Press MODE once; after a 10-second countdown the camera is ready to capture images.

Package contents and SD cards

Package contents: one trail camera, one 1.83 m tree strap and one instruction manual. Use a good quality SD card; the original recommends Browning, SanDisk or Kingston. The camera accepts Class 10 or higher 4–32 GB SD cards and 64–512 GB SDXC cards. The storage table gives approximate counts for 8, 16 and 32 GB cards.

Camera diagram

Identify the PIR sensor, dual camera lens, IR LEDs, light sensor, aim LED and microphone. Inside are the programming buttons, power switch, color screen, SD card slot, battery eject button and 12 V external power port.

Battery installation

Battery Installation Release the battery tray by pressing the Battery Eject button. The battery tray will eject about 12.7 mm. To completely remove the battery tray, simply pull the tray with a bit of force. Install 6 AA Alkaline or Lithium batteries in the battery tray. Make sure you install the batteries with the correct polarity, following the markings on the battery tray. For optimal performance we recommend using Browning branded batteries, Energizer™ or Duracell™. Slide the battery tray into the closed position.

Main screen and on-camera playback

Main Screen Turn the camera’s power on by sliding the power switch to the ON position. The main screen displays the camera operation mode, pictures or videos taken, pictures or videos possible on the SD card, camera delay countdown and battery life percentage. The background will show a live image from the camera. This can be used to help position the camera in the field. • T he battery life meter shows the percentage of charge left in your batteries. • When the delay counter counts down to 00:00. The camera is now ready to take a picture or video. To playback images or videos on the SD card on the color screen, simply press the RIGHT arrow key while the Main Screen is displayed. Your first image or video will be displayed on screen. The RIGHT and LEFT arrow keys will advance forward or reverse through the SD card contents. Press the MODE button to exit the preview mode.

Date and time

From HOME, press MODE once. SETUP opens with DATE selected. Press OK to highlight the month, then use UP or DOWN to set it. Use RIGHT to move to the day and year, setting each with UP or DOWN. Press OK when finished.

Press DOWN to select TIME. Set the time with the arrow keypad, including the correct AM/PM, then press OK to save. The date display is in month/day/year order.

Capture mode

Use DOWN to highlight MODE. Select with RIGHT or LEFT and press OK to save.

STILL PICTURES captures motion-triggered photographs during day and night and is commonly used on trails and feeding areas.

TIMELAPSE PLUS records timed images during daylight and also captures motion-triggered photographs during day and night.

VIDEO records HD clips during day and night.

Capture delay and picture size

Capture Delay The capture delay sets the "timeout" in between motion activated images or videos. Highlight the CAPTURE DELAY option and use the RIGHT or LEFT buttons select the delay. Capture Delay options are 1, 5, 10, 20, 30, 60 seconds and 2, 5, 10, 30 or 60 minutes. Picture Size To select the Picture Size, highlight the PICTURE SIZE. Use the RIGHT or LEFT arrow keys to make your selection. OPTIONS: LOW 4MP MEDIUM 10MP HIGH 16MP ULTRA 46MP TIP- A 4MP picture size works for almost any 7 application. You can store more 4MP images on an SD card as well.

Multi shot modes

Multishot Modes To program the MULTI SHOT mode, use the DOWN arrow button to highlight the Multishot option. Use the RIGHT or LEFT buttons to highlight a Multishot option. Your Browning Trail Camera can take multiple shots each time the camera is triggered. The default setting is 1 picture. Your options are as follows: MULTI SHOT This is the default setting. Your camera OFF will only take 1 picture when triggered. MULTI SHOT The selections available are 2-8 shots in STANDARD this mode. If you select 4-SHOT STANDARD, your camera will take 4 pictures, spaced 2 seconds apart. RAPID FIRE This selection allows rapid image capture. When triggered, your camera will take 2-8 RAPID FIRE shots,with only 0.3 seconds between pictures. Your available options are 2,3,4,5,6,7, or 8 8 RAPID FIRE shots.

Video quality and length

Video Quality VIDEO RESOLUTION The video options for your Browning trail camera are as follows: Video Quality: High 1920 x 1080 @60fps Ultra 3840 x 2160 @23fps Video Length VIDEO LENGTH You can select the length of your video clip as well in the VIDEO LENGTH window. Your options are: 5, 10, 20, 30 seconds, 1 minute or 2 minute lengths. NOTES: To conserve battery power, your night videos are limited to a maximum time of 20 seconds. For example, if your video length is set at 30 seconds, your camera will take 30 second videos during the day, and your night videos will be limited to 20 seconds.

Smart IR and adjustable IR flash

SMART IR VIDEO keeps a daytime video recording while movement is detected. If the subject stops moving and the camera no longer detects motion, the clip ends. Maximum recording time is 2 minutes. Use RIGHT or LEFT to turn this feature ON.

For BTC-6DCLN (Invisible IR), POWER SAVE is the most economical setting, suited to wooded areas and subjects within approximately 15.2 m. LONG RANGE is suited to open areas and subjects up to approximately 30.5 m. FAST MOTION uses a very fast exposure for trails and quickly moving subjects. The shared original also lists different ranges for BTC-5DCLN; those are not the BTC-6DCLN ranges.

Timelapse settings

Timelapse Settings Your Browning Trail Camera has the ability to function as a timelapse camera. This is useful if you want to view the entire activity in a given area such as a large field.

TIMELAPSE FREQUENCY Your trail camera can be set to take timelapse pictures at the following frequencies: 5, 10, 20, 30, 60 seconds; 1, 2, 5, 10, 30 and 60 minutes.

TIMELAPSE DURATION The timelapse duration can be set as well for the cameras. The timelapse duration controls how many hours per day the camera captures timelapse images. In some locations you may want to take timelapse images all day, while in other locations you may need to only take images for 2 hours in the morning and 2 hours before sundown. Your available

TIMELAPSE DURATION options are: - ALL DAY Camera takes images from sunrise to sunset. - 2, 3 or 4 HOUR These Durations limit the camera to taking images either 2, 3 or 4 hours after sunrise and 2,3 or 4 hours prior to sunset. 11

Note: Your trail camera learns the length of a day and constantly adjusts the 2,3 or 4 hour durtion modes automatically.

Temperature, info strip and SD management

Temperature Units Your temperature units can be displayed on the picture’s info bar in Fahrenheit or Celsius. To change the selection, Press the RIGHT arrow key to make your selection. Info Strip Your trail camera has an information bar that is printed at the bottom of each photo taken. This info strip shows the following information: time, date, moonphase, temperature, camera ID, and Barometric pressure. This option can be turned on or off, using the RIGHT or LEFT arrow buttons. SD Card Management By turning the SD Card Management feature ON, the camera will erase the oldest pictures or videos on the SD card when the SD card becomes full. This allows your camera to continue taking pictures if you cannot get to the field to swap out a full SD card. If the SD Card Management feature is turned off, when your SD card fills up, the camera will not record any additional pictures or videos when triggered until you change out the SD card or delete the images.

Motion test and camera name

Motion Test Your trail camera is equipped with a MOTION TEST feature. This feature helps you aim the camera at your target area. With the motion test turned on, simply walk around in your target area. When your presence is detected, a red LED on the front of the camera will flash. Simply press the OK button, the red LED will flash when motion is detected. Make sure you turn OFF the MOTION TEST function before leaving the camera in the field by pressing the OK button to stop the test. Camera Name You can add a custom name for your camera if needed. To name your camera, Press the OK button once. This will highlight the first character in the camera name. Use the UP and DOWN arrows to change the field. Press the RIGHT ARROW button to move to the next letter. Your available characters are Capital A-Z, 0-9 or a blank space. When finished, press the OK button to save your selection.

Defaults, delete and software upgrade

Press OK to highlight an option, change it with RIGHT or LEFT, and press OK to save. Use DOWN to move to the next setting.

DEFAULT SETTINGS restores the factory selections. DELETE ALL permanently erases all images on the SD card and reformats it. The original recommends formatting each time a card is installed for use; back up needed files first.

SOFTWARE UPGRADE updates the camera software. Contact support for available model-specific updates and instructions.

Image retrieval

Photographs can be viewed on Windows PCs and Macs. Insert the SD card into the computer’s card slot, or use a separate SD card reader. Open the card drive, then DCIM → 100_BTCF to find the photographs. The original START / MY COMPUTER path refers to older Windows versions; use File Explorer or Finder to locate the card in a current system.

You can also view images and videos on the camera’s color screen: from the Main Screen press RIGHT, browse with RIGHT or LEFT, then press MODE to exit.

Timelapse viewer installation

Buck Watch Timelapse Viewer is required for timelapse files. Ordinary photographs and video clips can be opened with the image and video programs on your computer. The original manual lists Windows XP or later; compatibility with current operating systems needs separate confirmation. Check the download library for software and contact support for installation or compatibility assistance. After installation, click HELP in the viewer for full operating instructions.

Field installation

Field Installation TENSION KNOB Your camera has a built in adjustable tree mount bracket. After securing the camera to a tree, loosen the tension knob on the side of the camera. Position the camera at the correct angle, and re-tighten the tension knob. We recommend mounting your new trail camera at a height of approximately 0.9 m off the ground. For best results, use the MOTION TEST feature after mounting the camera. This ensures the camera is pointed at the correct location. The adjustable steel mounting bracket is also equipped with built in security cable loops. These are perfect for using a locking steel cable or a 7.9 mm Python™ cable 17 lock (not included).

Accessories

The original lists AA batteries, SD cards, steel security boxes and battery packs. Contact support for model compatibility and local availability.

US source limited warranty

The following describes the one-year limited warranty in the original US manufacturer manual. It does not establish local warranty terms. Contact local support to confirm the coverage and service process for your purchase.

The US manual warrants the camera against defects in workmanship and materials under normal use and conditions for one year. At its discretion, the manufacturer may repair it or replace it with a new or refurbished unit.

Exclusions: (1) neglect or abuse, including submersion, battery leakage or improper storage; (2) unauthorized modifications or repairs; (3) cracked or broken outer cases due to excessive impact, heat or mishandling; and (4) damage caused by wild animals.

For US warranty service, the original instructs users to contact support first for troubleshooting and return instructions. An original receipt or proof of purchase is required. It assigns packaging and shipping costs to the US warranty center to the customer. Confirm local return arrangements and costs with local support.

FCC statement

This equipment has been tested to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device under Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. The equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and may interfere with radio communications if not installed and used as instructed. There is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If switching the equipment off and on confirms interference to radio or television reception, reorient or relocate the receiving antenna, increase separation between equipment and receiver, connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit from the receiver, or consult a dealer or experienced radio/TV technician.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance may void the authority to operate this device.

Specifications and storage capacity

The info-strip chapter includes barometric pressure although the original specification list omits it. Refer to that chapter for the operating setting.

Counts and durations are approximate source examples and vary with recorded content and conditions. Video counts assume 20-second clips; timelapse durations assume ALL DAY at one-minute intervals.