How to Use a Moultrie Wildlife Camera

All images and illustrations by Daniel Ray

Wildlife cameras operate automatically when wildlife triggers the infrared beam. Mount the camera in an area where wildlife frequent and the camera will photograph any animal that passes by. Although wildlife cameras were developed for photographing big game, they have become popular with non-hunters for the ability to capture great shots of wildlife. Mount a wildlife camera anywhere you want to see what really comes by at night.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

D size alkaline batteries SD card Computer
D size alkaline batteries
SD card
Computer

Step 1

Remove the accessory door. Open the battery compartment on the camera. Install six "D" sized alkaline batteries. Close the battery compartment and reinstall the door.

Step 2

Insert a blank SD card into the memory slot. Turn the "Power" switch to "On" and set the current time and date.

Step 3

Locate an area where the desired species of wildlife is traveling. Find a tree that is in close proximity to the wildlife travel area. Mount the camera on the tree with the provided strap.

Step 4

Turn the "Power" switch to the "Aim" position. Adjust the position of the camera until the "Laser Aim" beam is pointed at the spot you want to photograph.

Step 5

Turn the "Power" switch back to the "On" position. Leave the area and check back on the camera at a later date. Turn the camera off, remove the SD card and view the images on your computer.

Resources

Trail Camera Website

Article Written By Daniel Ray

Daniel Ray has been writing for over 15 years. He has been published in "Florida Sportsman" magazine. He holds an FAA airframe and powerplant license and FCC radiotelephone license, and is also a licensed private pilot. He attended the University of South Florida.

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