SPEC OPS ELITE HP5 ULTRA · 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

QUICK START GUIDE STEP 2 STEP 1 Press the MODE button to enter the programming screen. Select Insert 8 AA Alkaline Batteries CAMERA SETUP and then set the and an SD card into the camera. time and date. Power on the camera using the ON/OFF switch. STEP 3 Return to the home screen. Camera will countdown a 30 second delay and then by ready to capture images.

Package contents and SD cards

Getting Started Package contents: 1- Trail Camera 1- 1.83 m Tree Strap 1- Instruction Manual SD Card Selection Install a good quality memory card. The best brands of SD cards are Browning branded cards, Sandisk or Kingston branded cards. Your camera can operate on standard class 10 or higher SD cards ranging from 8-32 GB. You can also use higher capacity SDXC cards ranging from 64-512GB. Please see page 23 for a graph showing how many photos, videos and timelapse segments can be stored on SDHC or SDXC cards from 8-32GB. Based on your intended camera usage, this table will help you determine what size SD card you need 1 to use in your camera.

Camera diagram

Identify the camera lens, invisible night vision IR LEDs, PIR sensor, microphone, light sensor/aim LED, color TFT screen, programming buttons, MODE button, power switch, 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 tray will eject about 12.7 mm. With a slight pull, the battery tray will completely eject. Install 8 AA Alkaline, Lithium or Rechargeable 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 Battery Eject Button into the closed position. 3

Main screen

Main Screen Turn the camera’s power on by sliding the power switch to the ON position. MODE: TRAIL CAM 00:30 Resolution 4MP Shot 1 The main screen displays the camera operation mode, pictures or videos taken, 100% 102/1500 pictures or videos possible on the SD card, resolution, multi shot count, 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. The possible camera modes displayed are Trail Cam, Video, and Timelapse Plus. When the delay counter counts down to 00:00. The camera is now ready to take a picture or video. The battery life meter shows the percentage of charge left in your batteries. The battery indicator changes to EXT when an external 4 battery is plugged into the external power port.

Date and time

From the HOME screen, press MODE once. Select CAMERA SETUP with Enter (E), highlight SETUP DATE/TIME and press ENTER.

The month is highlighted. Use UP or DOWN to set it, then RIGHT to move to the day. Continue through the date and time fields until all values are correct. After choosing AM/PM, press ENTER to save and return to CAMERA SETUP. The displayed date order is month/day/year.

Operation mode

Highlight OPERATION MODE in CAMERA SETUP and press ENTER. Choose a mode with UP or DOWN, then press ENTER.

TRAIL CAM takes motion-triggered still photographs during the day and night. It is commonly used on trails and feeding areas.

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

VIDEO records Full HD clips during day and night.

Photo quality and video length

Highlight PHOTO QUALITY and press ENTER. Select LOW 4 MP, MEDIUM 8 MP, HIGH 12 MP or ULTRA 46 MP with UP or DOWN, then press ENTER to save.

VIDEO LENGTH offers 5, 10, 20 or 30 seconds, or 1 or 2 minutes. To save battery power, night recordings are limited to 20 seconds. For example, a 30-second setting records 30 seconds by day and at most 20 seconds at night. Sound is recorded automatically; check the computer’s volume when playing clips.

Video quality and photo delay

VIDEO QUALITY offers HIGH at 1920 × 1080 (1080p), 30 fps, or ULTRA at 2560 × 1440 (1440p), 60 fps.

Highlight PHOTO DELAY, select a value with UP or DOWN, and press ENTER to save. Options are 1, 5, 10, 20 or 30 seconds; or 1, 5, 10, 30 or 60 minutes. This controls the timeout between motion-triggered photographs or videos.

Multi shot mode

Highlight MULTI SHOT MODE, select with UP or DOWN and press ENTER to save.

SINGLE is the default and takes one photograph per trigger.

MULTI SHOT takes 2–8 photographs, spaced 3 seconds apart. For example, 4-SHOT STANDARD takes four photographs per trigger.

RAPID FIRE takes 2–8 photographs with 0.3 seconds between images. Available counts are 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 or 8.

Temperature units and camera name

For TEMP UNITS, press ENTER, choose Fahrenheit or Celsius with UP or DOWN, then press ENTER to save. Choose Celsius to show temperatures in °C.

Highlight CAMERA NAME. Use UP or DOWN to change a character and RIGHT to advance to the next. Available characters are capital A–Z, digits 0–9 and a blank space. Press ENTER to save.

Image data strip and motion test

IMAGE DATA STRIP prints temperature, moon phase, date, time, barometric pressure and camera ID beneath each photograph. Press ENTER to edit, select ON or OFF with UP or DOWN, then press ENTER to save.

For MOTION TEST, select ON with UP or DOWN and confirm with ENTER. Walk through the target area; a red LED flashes when motion is detected, helping you aim the camera. Turn MOTION TEST OFF before leaving it in the field.

Detection, battery type and trigger speed

MOTION DETECTION offers NORMAL RANGE or LONG RANGE. Press ENTER and use UP or DOWN to select.

BATTERY TYPE adjusts the battery-level calculation for Alkaline, Lithium or Rechargeable batteries. The default is ALKALINE. Press ENTER and select the installed type with UP or DOWN.

TRIGGER SPEED offers NORMAL (0.7 seconds) or FAST (0.1 seconds). NORMAL is recommended for slower activity such as feeding areas; FAST is generally used on trails.

DEFAULT SETTINGS restores the factory configuration.

Timelapse settings

Timelapse is useful for observing overall activity across a large area such as a field.

TIMELAPSE FREQUENCY offers 5, 10, 20 or 30 seconds; or 1, 2, 5, 10, 30 or 60 minutes.

TIMELAPSE PERIOD controls the daily recording window. ALL DAY records from sunrise to sunset. The 1, 2, 3 or 4 HOUR options record for the selected number of hours after sunrise and before sunset. For example, 2 HOUR records two morning hours and two evening hours. The camera learns day length and adjusts these windows automatically.

Delete all and IR flash range

Highlight a menu option, change it with UP or DOWN, and press ENTER to save.

DELETE ALL erases all images on the SD card and reformats it for the camera. The original recommends using it whenever a card is installed for use. Back up needed files before deleting.

IR FLASH RANGE: Economy uses the least power and suits wooded areas or subjects within approximately 18.3 m. Long Range suits open areas or subjects up to approximately 30.5 m away. Fast Motion suits quickly moving subjects.

Smart IR video and SD management

SMART IR VIDEO continues a daytime recording while movement is detected. When the subject stands still and motion is no longer detected, recording ends. Maximum recording time is 5 minutes. Press ENTER so NO flashes, press UP to change it to YES, then press ENTER to save.

With SD MANAGEMENT ON, the camera erases the oldest photographs or videos as the card fills so that recording can continue. With it OFF, a full card stops new recording until the card is replaced or images are deleted.

Language, capture timer, HDR and firmware

LANGUAGE selects the programming menu language; the default is English.

CAPTURE TIME sets the start and stop times for photographs and videos. The default is 24 hrs. For example, START 7pm (19:00) and STOP 5am (05:00) restricts recording to that overnight period.

HDR enhances night-image illumination, especially with limited subject movement.

FIRMWARE UPGRADE updates the camera firmware. Contact support for available model-specific files 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.

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 We recommend mounting your new trail camera at a height of approximately 0.9 m off the ground. The heavy duty 25.4 mm nylon strap threads through the strap mounting loops in the back of the camera and will secure your trail camera to trees large or small. For optimal trail camera mounting, we recommend using the Browning Trail Camera Tree Mount. This mount has a locking gimbal that can position your trail camera at the optimal angle. The back of your trail camera is also equipped with built in security cable loops. These are perfect for using a locking steel 19 cable or a 7.9 mm Python™cable lock (not included).

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.

Accessories

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

FCC statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to two conditions: it must not cause harmful interference, and it must accept all received interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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.

Shielded cables with ferrite must be used with this unit to ensure compliance with the Class B FCC limits.

Specifications and storage capacity

The original lists a maximum photo resolution of 46 MP but labels the first storage-table row 24 MP. Those figures retain the 24 MP source label and must not be read as 46 MP capacities. Strap length follows the 1.83 m package description; the specification table’s six-inch length is internally inconsistent. The timelapse entries of 60 seconds and one minute denote the same interval.

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.