Moultrie makes highly rated digital game cameras. They rely on two different technologies--no-flash infrared technology and white flash technology. All the new models run on D-cell batteries and use a combination of laser, LED and infrared aiming. The built-in memory ranges from 16MB to 32MB, and they are all memory expandable. The more advanced cameras have biometric pressure readings, time lapse and built-in viewers and can connect to global positioning systems. Problems are easy to fix.
No Animals
Probably the number-one problem that comes up is that the camera takes a picture and there aren't any animals in it. There can be a number of reasons for this. One is that the camera isn't stable enough. It can move in the wind if it's mounted on a thin tree limb, for example. The camera can get tricked into taking pictures by the sun. If the camera is pointed into the sun, it can mistake the heat for that of an animal's body. Make sure the unit points up the trail rather than straight across it. so the animal will stay in the frame longer. Finally, sometimes an animal is in fact in the picture--it's just a very small animal. Look more closely and you might see it. Even a mouse can trip the camera.
Weather
Weather can be a problem for these cameras. Heat will affect the range of the infrared sensor. The cold can affect the batteries. Freezing temperatures will seriously reduce battery life.
Red Glow
The red glow you see on the infrared cameras is in fact normal. It's a kind of flash, but it's not detectable to game so don't worry about it.
Too Many Events
The device can give you an abnormal number of events in comparison the the number of images. This is normal and is because every movement is considered an event, even a movement when the flash is charging and the camera isn't capturing images.
Black Images
Check the flash settings and make sure it's set to Auto. Check the batteries, too.
Memory Card Problems
The game camera's SD card may not be compatible with other cameras. This is normal and you'll find that generally you should work keep a card specific to a device.
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