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Troubleshooting Tips and Instructions

SD Card Format

Formatting an SD memory card may be needed to resolve card corruption, card errors, or image transmission errors. We recommend formatting the card if your camera displays the below errors or behavior. This is not a comprehensive list and is an exampl

What is an Incomplete Transmission?

An incomplete transmission is a photo that was not fully transmitted. This results in a partial image that cannot be fully viewed. In many cases, this is the result of a temporary dip in cellular signal from the nearest tower, which will rebound in 2

Solar Panel & AA Battery Troubleshooting

How often should my camera need AA batteries?Based on average camera activity and settings, you should replace the camera's AA batteries based on the below guidelines.Low Maintenance Panel: AA replacements roughly every 6-12 months.Zero Maintenance P

Send A Test Photo

Sending a test photo is recommended when setting up a new camera or troubleshooting a camera performance issue. The result will either be Send Succeeded or Send Failed, and if the test photo fails an error code (such as 403, 201, etc) will follow. Ra

RangeCam 2 and RangeCam Live Status Indicator Lights

RangeCam 2 Status LightsYour RangeCam2 offers status indicator lights instead of an LCD screen. This greatly simplifies troubleshooting camera concerns while offering greater reliability. Here is a breakdown of the five status lights and what they me

Remove ReachCam Solar Connector Ring

There is a small rubber ring on the cable connector which should be removed to correct the power concern with your camera. The below images will assist with identification and removal of this ring. Special tools are not needed, but a thin bladed scre

Factory Reset for RangeCam 4G and 4P Model Cameras

Several factors may prevent your camera from transmitting normally. A factory reset can eliminate many of these factors and should restore your camera to normal operation. RangeCam 4G and 4P Model CamerasPlease note the below image. If your camera ap

Factory Reset for RangeCam Mini & Mini 5.8

Several factors may prevent your camera from transmitting normally. A factory reset can eliminate many of these factors and should restore your camera to normal operation. RangeCam Mini and Mini 5.8Please note the below image. If your camera appearan

Factory Reset for ReachCam Model Cameras

Several factors may prevent your camera from transmitting normally. A factory reset can eliminate many of these factors and should restore your camera to normal operation. ReachCamPlease note the below image. If your camera appearance does not match,

Factory Reset for EdgeCam Model Cameras

Several factors may prevent your camera from transmitting normally. A factory reset can eliminate many of these factors and should restore your camera to normal operation.EdgeCamPlease note the below image. If your camera appearance does not match, p

Factory Reset for RangeCam 2 Model Cameras

Several factors may prevent your camera from transmitting normally. A factory reset can eliminate many of these factors and should restore your camera to normal operation. RangeCam 2Please note the below image. If your camera appearance does not matc

Factory Reset for RangeCam Live Model Cameras

Several factors may prevent your camera from transmitting normally. A factory reset can eliminate many of these factors and should restore your camera to normal operation. RangeCam LivePlease note the below image. If your camera appearance does not m