Introduction. iphone, ipad, Android Device or Windows Based Laptop to run the software

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1 Instruction Manual

2 Table of Contents Introduction 1 System Components 2 Software / App Installation 3 System Setup 4 Using an iphone, ipad or Android Device 11 Windows Software Operation 12 Optimizing Signal Transmission 24 Frequently Asked Questions 25 Tips and Suggestions 28 Warranty 29 Accessories 30 Contact Us 31

3 Introduction The Bullseye Camera System is extremely easy to use. Requirements iphone, ipad, Android Device or Windows Based Laptop to run the software What s included in the system The Bullseye Camera System comes complete with everything, except the viewing device, that you will need to see your shots and log your shooting sessions. Camera w/night Vision 5 Hour Lithium Ion Battery w/fast Charger Router 1W Booster (Long Range Edition) 9bi High Gain Antenna USB Drive w/windows Based Software Tripod Users Manual Secure Carrying Case Free Software Updates 1

4 System Components Below is a picture and labeling diagram showing the components included in the Bullseye Camera System. Important: The only components you will remove from the carrying case are the Tripod and the Camera. All other components remain in the carrying case during use. The charger for the battery is located underneath the Tripod. 2

5 Software / App Installation We suggest setting up the software, especially for the iphone, ipad and Android devices prior to heading to the range as you will need to be connected to the Internet (via WIFI or cellular) to download the application. This only needs to be done once, and you won t need WIFI or cellular service to use the system. iphone and ipad Visit the Apple App Store and download the application entitled Bullseye Target Manager to your iphone or ipad. The software is a free download and can be installed on as many devices as you wish. Android Device Visit the Google Play Store and download the application entitled Bullseye Target Manager to your Android Device. The software is a free download and can be installed on as many devices as you wish. Windows Based Laptop The Windows Software is supplied on the included USB drive that s located in the carrying case of the Bullseye Camera System. You may run the software directly from the USB drive, or you may copy it to your laptop for convenience. 3

6 Step 1 : Placing the camera on the tripod System Setup Remove the tripod and expand the legs to the desired height. Snap the camera into the tripod base. The tripod has various adjustments to move the camera to your liking. Typically you want the camera at about the same height as the center of your target with the camera set about 6 feet to the side at approximately a 45 degree angle. Please note that the camera can be to the right, left, above or below your target and the angle is not critical the only critical item is that the camera is no further than 6 or 7 feet from the target so that the camera can clearly see the changes in the target (bullet holes). 4

7 Step 2 : Aligning the camera to the target Using the laser on the side of the camera, simply flip the switch on the back of the laser up to turn on the laser. Align the laser to roughly the center of where you want the camera to see. After you have aligned the camera, turn the laser off. The laser is NOT required for the system to operate. For a single target, the laser aim point would be the bullseye of the target. The alignment does not have to be exact. 5

8 If you have multiple targets you wish to view, align the camera to the center of the target area as shown in the picture below. This way the camera can see both targets. Step 3 : Raising the Antenna Raise the antenna into a vertical position as indicated in the picture below. 6

9 Step 4 : Plugging in the system and turning on the power Plug in the green, yellow and red wires as shown in the picture below. Press the power switch located on the right side of the battery to turn on the system. The battery level will be indicated by a series of blue lights. A full charge is represented by 5 blue lights and decreases to 1 or none as the battery discharges. The battery will last approximately 5 7 hours of continuous use and recharge time is between 4 6 hours. When connected to the charger, you will know the battery is fully charged when all the blue lights are illuminated and not flashing or blinking. If you desire to shoot longer, you may purchase an additional battery and fast charger from our website. 7

10 Step 5 : Connecting to the WIFI and starting the software The system will take between 30 seconds and 1 minute to be active and ready for use. Typically by the time you plug everything in and power it on and return to your shooting location the system is ready. If you wish to verify system operation at the target, once the Bullseye Camera Systems WIFI hotspot is activated and visible, the system is ready to use. The Bullseye Camera System works by creating its own WIFI hotspot so that your iphone, ipad, Android Device or Windows Laptop can connect without any additional hardware requirements. Using an iphone or ipad Select your settings icon and then select WIFI to bring up a list of available WIFI networks. The WIFI Network will start with BullseyeCam followed by a number, for example BullseyeCam After you have connected to the WIFI, run the Bullseye Target Manager Application and select New Session then Yes to connect to the camera. You should see what your camera is looking at on your screen. Using an Android Device Select your settings icon and then select WIFI to bring up a list of available WIFI networks. The WIFI Network will start with BullseyeCam followed by a number, for example BullseyeCam After you have connected to the WIFI, run the Bullseye Target Manager Application and select New Session then Yes to connect to the camera. You should see what your camera is looking at on your screen. 8

11 Using a Windows Based Laptop Plug in the USB drive into an open USB port on your laptop. Open my computer and double click on drive labeled BullseyeCam. Double click on the Bullseye Target Manager application. 9

12 Next select Start Live Mode and the system will automatically connect to the Bullseye Camera Systems WIFI network and show you what the camera is seeing downrange. 10

13 iphone, ipad and Android Device App The application for the iphone, ipad and Android Devices operate in the same fashion so it s easy to use any device or a combination of devices to view the Bullseye Camera System. Start a New Shooting Session After you have connected to the Bullseye Camera Systems WIFI, select New Session and select Yes to start a new shooting session. See YOUR Shot After you have taken your shot, or group of shots, press the Show Shot button to see your last shot flash! Reviewing and Saving Shots You may press on the thumbnails to review previous shots, or press and hold on the thumbnail to save the image to your camera roll on your phone. Live Video Press the Video button to turn on live video streaming mode. 11

14 Windows Software Operation Once you have started live mode, the software will appear as follows. You will see a view of YOUR target on the screen. Target Distance Reference You can set the distance to your target on the right side of the screen under Shooting Session. This distance is only for reference for the software and it will save that information with each shot for later review. Wireless Signal Strength You will also see your Wireless Signal Strength as a percentage listed on the right side of the screen. Please note that this number may fluctuate as WIFI signals are not consistent in outdoor environments. The software will operating the same no matter what the signal strength reads meaning at 80% the software works the same as 100%. 12

15 See YOUR Shot In order the see your shot, you must place the software into shooting mode. To place the software into shooting mode, click the Shooting Mode button. You will then see a red bar appear above the toolbar as shown in the picture below. Once you have fired, simply press the SPACEBAR on your keyboard and you will see your last shot flashing on the screen. If you wish to see a group flash, simply fire your 3, 5 or any number of shots, then press the SPACEBAR. You will see your entire group flash. As you fire each shot and press the SPACEBAR you will see a new thumbnail image appear in the filmstrip below the toolbar. These are each of your shots. You may click on them to review previous shots at any time. 13

16 Toolbar Button Overview Marks and numbers a shot on the target. You may mark multiple shots by holding down the CTRL key when marking shots. Turns the marker display on and off. Enters shooting mode. You must be in shooting mode to see your last shot flash. Press the SPACE BAR after shooting to see your last shot. Enters live video mode. You will see a live video stream of everything the camera sees. Starts a new shooting session. Sessions are automatically saved so you may review them later. Defines a target area that you may zoom into. If you are zeroed in there is typically no reason to see outside of the immediate target area. Zooms into the defined target area so you can see additional detail. Zooms out to see the entire view that the camera can see. Toggles the data overlay (information about the shot) view on and off. 14

17 Basic Navigation The following provides a basic overview of the navigation of the Bullseye Target Manager screen. Reviewing Previous Shots You may review any previous shot by clicking the thumbnails below the target view. You will see the shots recorded flashing on the screen for easy identification. Right Clicking Thumbnail Options When you right click one of the thumbnail images you are presented with the following menu. Mark As Favorite Marks a shot with a gold dot so you can easily identify the shot in the future. You may favorite as many shots as you wish. Clear Favorite Clears the favorite marker for the selected shot. Add/Edit Note You may add a note to each shot that can be reviewed in the future. This is useful for adding comments such as Flinched, or Strong Gust of Wind to provide information about the shot. Save Image Saves the shot image to your local computer in JPG picture format. You will be prompted for a location and name to save the shot. 15

18 Shooting Sessions Shooting sessions are simply a way to organize and group your shots for later review. For example if you are testing out a new 7MM REM MAG you can start a new session and shoot the firearm with multiple loads to see what performs best in the firearm. Shooting sessions are automatically saved. To start a new shooting session, click the New Session button on the toolbar. Input a description of the shooting session and any notes that may pertain to the session. These are for your future reference. When loading a previous session the description will be listed in the view so that you can identify previous sessions. 16

19 Managing and Reviewing Previous Sessions You may load and delete previous sessions by selecting the Session menu at the top of the screen and clicking Manage Previous Sessions. Select the session that you wish to load or delete. If you load a previous session you will be able to access all data pertaining to the session including shot time, notes, firearm and ammunition used, and individual shot images. 17

20 Understanding Profiles Profiles are a way to organize your data and different shooters that may share the same computer. Profiles are NOT required to use the software we have a default GUEST profile pre built for your immediate use. Each Profile can have Shooting Locations (geographic) as well as Firearms and Ammunition. Each Firearm will have its own ammunition so you can have different loads, types, etc. for each Firearm. Location # 1 Location # 2 Firearm #1 Profile Ammunition #1 Ammunition #2 Firearm #2 Ammunition #1 Ammunition #2 18

21 Creating a New Profile To create a new shooters profile, click the New link next to the profiles dropdown to the right of the screen. The following screen will appear. The Profile Name and Shooters Name are typically named the same. The Shooters Name will be displayed in the dropdown box. If you wish to password protect your profile so others can t view it if they use your computer, you can enter a password here. The Shooters Marker Color is the default color used to mark your shots when using the marking tool. You can change the marking color at any time. 19

22 Adding a Shooting Location to your Profile You may also add shooting locations (geographic) so that when you are shooting at those locations they are saved with the shot images for later reference. To add a shooting location, select Edit next to the location drop down and the Location Manger will appear. Click Add New to add a new shooting location and the following screen will appear. Fill in the Display Name (shown in dropdown) and the Description of the shooting location. These are for your reference only. 20

23 Adding a Firearm to your Profile You may also add your firearm inventory to the profile as well. The active firearm is saved with the shot image for your reference. To add a new firearm, click the Edit button next to the firearm dropdown. Here you will see a list of your current firearms. As you click each item the information about the firearm will be displayed below. To add a new firearm click the Add New button and the following screen will appear. Enter the information regarding your firearm. 21

24 Adding Ammunition to a Firearm When adding ammunition the ammunition is tied to a caliber of firearm. You may have multiple ammunition descriptions per firearm so that you can pattern loads, test hand loads and keep track of how each performs in your firearm. To add ammunition, click the Edit button next to the ammunition drop down and the Ammunition Manager will appear. You may also add ammunition from the Firearms Manager by clicking the Ammunition button. 22

25 Click the Add New button to add ammunition. Fill out the components of your ammunition. You may add hand load information as well as detailed notes about the ammunition. Once you have filled out the information, you must check one or more boxes to tie the ammunition to a firearm so that when you select a firearm in the dropdown box, only the ammunition available to that firearm is displayed. 23

26 Optimizing Signal Transmission The Bullseye Camera System uses 2.4Ghz WIFI to transmit the signal back to your viewing device. WIFI signal needs clear line of sight to transmit a strong signal over a long distance. Any obstructions such as grass, trees or other objects may diminish the WIFI signal. High power wires such as electrical wires many also diminish or interfere with the signal. Improving Signal Transmission/Reception To improve the signal transmission, raising the system off the ground can greatly improve the signal transmission, even on flat ground. If you have tried raising the system off the ground and you are still having problems, we do offer a YAGI Antenna to help boost the signal as well as a Base Station Receiver to help in signal reception. We recommend using the Base Station Receiver if you are using an iphone, ipad or Android Device as they have much smaller antennas. Every shooting scenario is different. If you have additional questions do not hesitate to call our office or e mail support@bullseyecamera.com 24

27 Frequently Asked Questions How far can the camera be from the target? The camera can be placed approximately 6 8 feet away from the target on a 45 degree (approximately) angle. The camera can be placed on either side of the target, or below or above the target. How many targets can the camera watch at once? The camera can be used to monitor any number of targets that will fit within the field of view of the camera. You may use the software to zoom in/focus on a specific area of the view to watch an individual target. With this technique, two people could be using a single camera to monitor their own individual target of both targets fit within the field of view of the camera. What is the field of view of the camera? With the camera placed about 6 feet back from the camera, you can see approximately 4 5 feet wide by 3 ½ feet tall. How far can I shoot? Can I shoot to 1 MILE or further? We have tested the Long Range Edition to 1790 yards with clear line of sight using a Windows based laptop. If you wish to shoot further, we have our YAGI antenna upgrade which has been tested out past 2500 yards. Please note that unobstructed line of sight is required for long transmission distances. Is the camera bullet proof? What happens if a bullet hits the camera? No, the camera is not bullet proof. We offer our $ year downrange protection plan limited warranty that covers the camera and complete system for 2 years. We will repair and/or replace the system free of charge while the system is under warranty. Can the camera watch the bullet hit the target? The camera is not a high speed camera, and uses still frame imagery and therefor cannot see the bullet hit the target. Can I see live video with the camera? Yes! The software supports a live mode which provides you a direct real time video feed form the camera. The frame will depend on signal quality and distance from camera to viewer. How many shots can the camera track? There is no limit to the number of shots the camera can track. The system measures the difference in the images so as long as there is a change in image, you will be able to see it with the software. How does the system know when I have fired a shot or group of shots? You are in complete control of when the system shows your shots, or group of shots. To see individual shots, simply press the show shot button (space bar if using a laptop) after each shot, to see a group of shots, fire your group, then press the show shot button. Can the camera see shots on a black target? 25

28 Yes. Certain black targets are harder to spot shots on, and we recommend using a white background under the target such as butcher paper or white garbage bag so that there is contract between the bullet hole and background. How long does the battery last? How long does it take to charge? The battery will run the system for 6 8 hours depending on use and transmission requirements. You can fully charge the battery with the supplied charger in 4 6 hours. Do I need WIFI or cellular service to use the system? No. The system generates its own WIFI hotspot so the system can be used at any location. You do not need any cellular or WIFI connections to use our system. Do I need to use special targets? No. You may use any target you wish to use. Higher contrast targets work better than low contrast targets. Can the camera track shots on steel targets? Yes. The camera can easily show shots fired on steel targets. It s best to have non swinging steel so you can easily see the shot impact. If the target is swinging steel, it is advised that you allow the steel to come to a complete stop before pressing the show shot button. Can multiple systems be used at the same time? Yes. Each system has a unique id and thus can be run together at the same time as other systems. Can I use multiple cameras with the system to see targets at different ranges? Yes. Our software allows you to switch between cameras to easily utilize multiple cameras at the same time. Software Can I use my iphone, ipad or Android Device? Yes! Simply download the Bullseye Target Manager from the Apple App Store or Google Play depending on your device, connect to the Bullseye Camera Systems WIFI and run the application. Do you support Mac OSX? Not at this time (August 2014). We are working on a version for Mac OSX. Software updates are free and automatic. The hardware doesn t need to change, so it s simply a software update. What happens when you update the software, do I have to pay for those updates? All software updates are free of charge for the Bullseye Target Manager. We post our updates on our Website, Facebook and Twitter. How do I save a shooting session? Shooting sessions are automatically saved. You don t need to specifically save each session. You may access previously saved sessions by following the load session method for the software you are running (iphone, ipad, Android or Windows). Please refer to the software instruction section of this manual for specific instructions. 26

29 How do I number shots? When you click the Mark Shot tool, when you place the marker, the shots are automatically numbered. Can I measure group size? This is coming in a software update this fall! (2014). Can multiple people run the software at once? Any number of people can run the software and log into a system at once. This is useful for instructor and student situations, or if you wish to display a big screen of the targets or allow spectators to watch the action. 27

30 Tips and Suggestions Securing your target for optimum performance The Bullseye Camera System analyzes the images every time you press the Show Shot button. If the target is not secure, you will see the target moving on the screen which can make it difficult to see your last shot. By securing your target to the backing and/or securing the target stand so it won t move it the wind, you can greatly improve the performance of the Bullseye Camera System. For Steel Targets, securing the target so it doesn t swing will allow you to immediately see your last shot vs waiting of the steel to stop swinging so the Bullseye Camera System can show your last shot. Increasing performance with black targets Black targets can often present challenges for the user to spot a shot and those same challenges apply to the camera. High contract targets work the best, for those of you that require black targets, we have come up with some field tested suggestions to improve the ability to see your last shot with the Bullseye Camera System. Place the camera as close as you feel comfortable in proximity to the target. Put a piece of white butcher/wrapping paper underneath the target so that the white will contract through the black target. Shooting against a thin target backer (cardboard or other board) so that light can come through the target and generate contrast. 28

31 Warranty Standard Limited Warranty. All Bullseye Camera Systems, LLC ( BCS ) products are provided with a 1 year limited warranty from date of purchase, covering flaws or defects in materials or workmanship. Please note that every purchase includes a 1 year limited warranty that is included with your purchase which covers defects in materials or workmanship, but that warranty does not cover damage due to a projectile or other misuse. Optional Downrange Protection Plan Limited Warranty. In addition to the standard 1 year limited warranty, you may elect to purchase a Downrange Protection Plan. Under our 2 year Downrange Protection Plan Limited Warranty we will replace or repair any BCS down range equipment you have purchased (meaning camera, tripod, transmitter and box) if the equipment is damaged during use, even if the damage is caused by a projectile, for a period of 24 months after the date of your purchase. Simply send your damaged equipment back within the 24 month period, with a brief description of what was damaged and how the damage occurred, and we will replace or repair the damaged equipment (at our discretion), and promptly ship the replacement or repaired equipment back to you. You must pay for shipping your damaged equipment to us, we will pay the shipping back. Damaged items received by BCS more than 24 months after the date of your purchase are no longer covered by the 2 year Downrange Protection Plan Limited Warranty. Warranty Service. Our exclusive obligation for breach of the limited warranty provided hereunder is to promptly repair or replace the defective or malfunctioning hardware component, as determined by BCS in its discretion. Under no circumstances will BCS be required to pay cash or provide other property under this warranty except for replacement or repaired equipment or parts, or provide credits for future purchases. Limited Warranty. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY, OR IN ANY ADDITIONAL WRITTEN AGREEMENT BETWEEN BCS AND YOU, ALL PRODUCTS ARE PROVIDED AS IS, AND BCS DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL PROMISES, REPRESENTATIONS, AND WARRANTIES, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES, WITH RESPECT TO THE BULLSEYE CAMERA SYSTEM AND ANY COMPONENTS THEREOF, INCLUDING ITS CONDITION, ITS CONFORMITY TO ANY REPRESENTATION OR DESCRIPTION, THE EXISTENCE OF ANY LATENT OR PATENT DEFECTS, ANY NEGLIGENCE, AND ITS MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE. Limitation of Liability. In no event shall BCS be liable for any damage to your property that is not a component of the camera system provided by BCS, any loss of your data or documentation, any loss of profits, any incidental, special, exemplary, or consequential damages, or any personal injuries to you or others, even if BCS has been advised of the possibility of such damages, claims or demands. This limitation upon damages and claims is intended to apply without regard to whether other provisions of this Agreement have been breached or have proven ineffective. 29

32 Accessories We offer several accessories to further enhance your shooting experience. These can be found online at Extended Range Antenna Shoot out over 2500 yards with our Extended Range Antenna. The Antenna simply attaches via a cable to your existing Long Range Edition and super charges the signal to transmit well over 1 MILE. Base Station Receiver The Base Station Receiver is especially useful and recommended for those shooting long distances and using an iphone, ipad or Android device as these devices have smaller antennas. The Base Station receives and amplifies the signal locally. 30

33 Company Contact Information Bullseye Camera Systems, LLC. P.O. Box Eugene, OR Tel : Fax : Web : E Mail : support@bullseyecamera.com Contacting Us for Assistance Facebook Twitter Youtube Channel Tutorial Videos We also provide tutorial videos of the system and software here: 31