PIR v4 Manual
Introduction
The Introduction provides an overview of the Camtraptions PIR Sensor v4 — explaining how passive ...
What is a PIR Motion Sensor?
All objects emit invisible infrared radiation. A Passive Infrared (PIR) sensor detects changes in...
What is New in Version 4?
Version 4 of the Camtraptions Passive Infrared (PIR) Motion Sensor represents a significant upgra...
Overview of the Sensor
The Camtraptions PIR Sensor v4 features a thoughtfully designed layout that balances functionalit...
Getting Started
This section covers the fundamental steps for preparing your PIR Sensor for use — including power...
Powering Your Sensor
The Camtraptions PIR Sensor v4 can be powered in several different ways, offering flexibility for...
Connecting Your Camera
The Camtraptions PIR Sensor v4 can trigger your camera in two ways: wirelessly or via a wired con...
Mounting Your Sensor
The Camtraptions PIR Sensor v4 features two tripod sockets on the underside, providing flexible a...
Controlling the Field of View
The field of view (FOV) of the Camtraptions PIR Sensor determines where an animal will be when th...
Turning Your Sensor On and Off
The Camtraptions PIR Sensor v4 has been designed for maximum reliability in long-term field deplo...
The Home Screen
When the Camtraptions PIR Sensor v4 is powered on, it will display the Home Screen. This is the d...
Front Motion Indicator Light
The Front Motion Indicator Light is a useful tool for testing the sensor’s field of view and dete...
Navigating the Menu
The Camtraptions PIR Sensor v4 features a simple and intuitive menu system that allows you to adj...
Setting the Operating Mode (Stills or Video)
The Set Mode screen allows you to choose whether the sensor operates in Still Mode or Video Mode....
Stills Mode
This section describes all settings specific to still photography. It explains how the sensor con...
Still Mode Menu Overview
When the sensor is set to Still Mode, pressing the right arrow from the Home Screen will cycle th...
Still Mode Settings
When the sensor is set to Still Mode, two additional menu screens become available: Number (NUM) ...
Suggested Camera Settings (Stills)
The following guide provides a recommended starting configuration for your camera when using the ...
Video Mode
The Video Mode section outlines how to configure the sensor for video recording. It details trigg...
Video Mode Menu Overview
When the sensor is set to Video Mode, pressing the right arrow from the Home Screen will cycle th...
Video Mode Settings
When the sensor is set to Video Mode, three additional menu screens become available: Recording T...
Suggested Camera Settings (Video)
When using the Camtraptions PIR Sensor in Video Mode, camera setup will depend largely on creativ...
Global Settings
The Global Settings apply to both Still and Video modes. These settings control the core behaviou...
Wireless Channel
The Wireless Channel menu screen allows you to select which wireless channel the sensor’s built-i...
Wide Sensor
The Wide Sensor menu screen allows you to adjust the behaviour and sensitivity of the wide-angle ...
Far Sensor
The Far Sensor menu screen allows you to adjust the behaviour and sensitivity of the long-range P...
Gap Time
The Gap Time setting controls the delay between triggers, defining how long the sensor will wait ...
Wake Time
The Wake Time setting determines how long the sensor will wait after an initial half-press (wake)...
Set Clock Time
The Set Clock Time screen allows you to configure the sensor’s internal clock, which is required ...
Enable Time Windows
The Time Windows setting allows you to control when the sensor is active during a 24-hour period....
Set On Time
The Window On Time setting defines the time of day when the sensor becomes active — in other word...
Set Off Time
The Window Off Time setting defines the time of day when the sensor becomes inactive, marking the...
External Wake
The Periodic External Wake setting allows the sensor to send a brief half-press (wake) signal to ...
Advanced Configuration
Advanced Configuration provides in-depth control through Custom Variables (C Vars), allowing you ...
Custom Variables
The Custom Variables menu provides access to advanced configuration options that allow the behavi...
Custom Variable 0
The C Var 0 menu screen allows you to adjust how responsive the sensor is to motion across both l...
Custom Variable 1
Using Half-Press Duration for Autofocus (C Var 1) C Var 1 controls the length of the half-press ...
Custom Variables 7 and 8
Wireless Flash Wake and Flash Fire (C Var 7 & C Var 8) C Var 7 and 8 provide advanced control for...
Reset to Defaults
From the Custom Variables (C Var) menu, if you continue scrolling past the last C Var entry, you ...
Maintenance and Care
This section covers best practices for maintaining the sensor’s performance and reliability. Topi...
Reference
The Reference section compiles technical data, timing charts, and specifications. It serves as a ...
Stills Sequence Timings
These flowcharts outline the sequence of operations when the sensor is set to Still Mode, for bot...
Video Sequence Timings
These flowcharts outline the sequence of operations when the sensor is set to Video Mode, for bot...
Battery Voltage Tables
1. NP-F-Type Lithium-Ion Battery (Nominal voltage: 7.4 V) Voltage (V) Approx. Remaining ...
Specifications
Detection Type: Dual PIR (Far and Wide sensors) Field of View: Far ≈ 10° horizontal & vertica...