The Spypoint Link-Micro-S is a relatively easy camera to set up and run.
It’s also physically small, which makes it easier to install on fence posts or smaller trees. But one of the biggest assets is the rechargeable battery pack, plus a solar panel assist to power the camera.
This camera breaks some new ground, and is a great option for hunters looking to dip their toes into the world of wireless trail cameras. It has an incredibly affordable subscription plan, too.
Battery
If you see a camera’s status light blinking red rather than going through the normal power ON sequence, it may be indicating that its battery is low. You can try charging the Lit-10 battery pack or inserting 8 new AA non-rechargeable Lithium or Alkaline batteries to resolve this issue.
Spypoint’s Link Micro-S is a compact cellular trail camera with one of the best value propositions in the industry. It’s easy to set up and install, small enough to mount to smaller trees or fence posts, and it transmits pictures via the LTE cellular network.
It also features a rechargeable battery and solar-assist charging panel that should save users a lot of money over the life of the camera. In addition, the company’s data/picture management plan is amazingly reasonable. And if that wasn’t enough, it sends motion-triggered photos straight to your email address.
Network
When the camera is first turned on, a blinking green light indicates that the camera is searching for cellular signals (it flashes +5 LEDs for a few minutes). A steady green light means good signal, an orange light indicates a fair signal and a red light means there’s no signal.
Once a signal is found the device will transmit a picture to the chosen mobile network for storage on your MySpyPoint account online. This is done in real time and can be viewed on your phone or tablet.
You can also configure delay between detection, multi-shot mode and photo resolution settings via the MySpyPoint website. This can make a difference to the amount of images sent each day.
Reset
If you’ve gotten to the point where you haven’t heard from your spypoint camera for a while and are wondering why it’s not communicating with your device, there are a few things you can try before contacting customer service. First, you should make sure that the batteries and SD card are installed correctly and have enough space to save pictures and videos.
If the problem is still persisting, you should try resetting your camera. This is a simple process that involves pressing and holding the reset button on your camera for a few seconds.
The reset button is usually located on the back or bottom of your camera, depending on the model. Pressing and holding this button will return your spypoint camera to its factory settings.
Firmware Update
Firmware updates are important to keep your spypoint camera up-to-date. Manufacturers release these firmware updates to improve their products and give consumers a way to easily upgrade their cameras from their own homes.
A new firmware version can resolve various issues, add support for new features or enhance existing ones, and make the device function more smoothly. However, it’s crucial to follow the instructions for upgrading to avoid damaging your device in the process.
When a firmware update is available, copy the file to a memory card and insert it into your trail camera. You may need to reboot the camera and wait for the update to finish.
If you notice a blinking red light when powering on your spypoint camera, the battery is very low or dead. The red light flashes rapidly when the batteries are low, or it blinks straight to red when the batteries are completely dead.