In the Box
Camera
FLEX Series
Antenna
& Gasket*
*No gasket for FLEX-M
2 SIM cards
Pre-activated and inserted
(do not remove)
Charging
Cable*
*FLEX-S and FLEX-S-DARK only
FLEX series Quick Start Guide
In addition to your camera, you will need:
Power Source
8 AA lithium non-rechargeable batteries or LIT-22 rechargeable lithium battery pack
FLEX-PLUS only:
8-16 AA lithium non-rechargeable batteries
and/or
1-2 LIT-22 rechargeable lithium battery pack
*Optional for FLEX-S and FLEX-S-DARK
Check out all power sources.
Memory Card
Ultra-high speed microSD card 2 to 512 GB • Class 10
Account
Login to the app with your account information or Create an account
Smartphone
with the SPYPOINT APP installed
Available on the latest versions of iOS and Android
Step1 FLEX-S and FLEX-S-DARK only, start by charging the internal battery
While the camera is off, plug the 12V charging cable to the camera for approximately 12 hours. The status light will illuminate red while charging and turn off when fully charged.
Step2 Create an account on the SPYPOINT webapp
Create an account nowStep3 Install the SPYPOINT app and log in.
Step4
Activate
the Camera
Press the "+" button in the Cameras tab. Follow the instructions on the screen to add your cameras.
Step5 Screw in the antenna, then insert the memory card and batteries
Insert the tray(s) following the arrow orientation.
Step6 Turn ON and Format the microSD card
Turn on the camera and immediately hold down the FORMAT button for 5 seconds. Format is complete when the FORMAT light is solid.
Learn how to format
The first-time start-up sequence may take up to 15 minutes. Your camera is ready when all lights have turned off.
What the LED light patterns mean.Step6 Turn ON and Format the microSD card
Turn on the camera and immediately hold down the FORMAT button for 5 seconds. Format is complete when the FORMAT light is solid.
Learn how to format
Step6 Turn ON and Format the microSD card
The first-time start-up sequence may take up to 15 minutes. Your camera is ready when all lights have turned off.
What the LED light patterns mean.Step7 Press the TEST button to receive a photo.
Step8 Select your transmission plan
Enjoy the free 100-photo plan or upgrade it to get 250, 1000 or unlimited detections.
Subscribe on SPYPOINT siteStep9 Turn it off
Keep your camera off until you are ready to install it in the field.
Make sure your camera reports
If your camera hasn't reported within 30 min., follow these support steps or contact us
-
A
Wait for your camera to report. This may take up to 30 minutes.
If your camera hasn't reported within 30 min., follow these support steps or contact us
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B
Once reported, check on the camera’s status.
Step9 Turn it off
Make sure your camera reports
If your camera hasn't reported within 30 min., follow these support steps or contact us
-
A
Wait for your camera to report. This may take up to 30 minutes.
If your camera hasn't reported within 30 min., follow these support steps or contact us
-
B
Once reported, check on the camera’s status.
For more detailed information, refer to the user manual
User manualsFinalize your in-field set-up
Step10 Install your camera
Tips
Use: Installation strap
Orientation: North or South
Height: Subject’s mid-body
Lens sight: No leaves, branches or tall grass in front
For the FLEX-S & FLEX-S-DARK only – install your camera in a location where the solar panel will receive at least four hours of direct sunlight.
Step11 Turn on your camera
to verify communication and signal.
Step12 Test your camera
Move in front of the camera to trigger it. Check your app for the new photo before leaving the area.
Download a copy of the Quick Start Guide
How to Request a Full-length HD Video?
Buy a FULL‑HD PACKAGEStep1
From the gallery view, select the video file you think you want to request. This will show you the animated preview in the single file view.
Step2
If you wish to see the full video, in the top right corner, tap the button that reads “GET FULL‑HD VIDEO.” This will request the full-length video replace the animated preview at the next transmission.
Step3
When you open the gallery view after that transmission you can find that file and go to single file view, or you can filter by full-length videos and select it there.
Step4
Press play on the thumbnail in the single-file view to watch the full-length video.
