Snoop Installation and Operation Manual

Snoop Installation and Operation Manual

Please refer to the printed manual that came with your Snoop to resolve problems or call Carol Products at 800-922-2765. The Snoop manual dialog appears below for your convenience. Thank you.

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SYSTEM COMPONENTS

The following items are included with the Snoop:

1) Snoop unit, including camera, digital recorder and video motion detector, contained in covert enclosure.

2) Plug-in power supply for the Snoop.

3) Remote control and batteries.

4) Snoop software CD.

The following additional items are needed to operate the Snoop:

1) Multi-Media Card (8MB, 16MB, 32MB, 64MB or 128MB).

2) Multi-Media Card reader, including software.

3) If not included with reader, USB cable to connect Multi-Media Card reader to your PC.

4) PC meeting specifications provided on page 3.

I. QUICK START

Follow these steps to quickly implement the Snoop covert surveillance system:

1) Mount or position the Snoop to face the area to be surveilled, connect the power supply to the jack on the Snoop and plug it into a standard AC outlet.

2) Insert your Multi-Media Card into your card reader, connect the reader to your PC and install the reader software following the instructions that accompany it.

3) Insert the Snoop software CD provided into your PC and follow the set-up instructions. You can use the default configuration to expedite your installation.

4) After configuration of the Multi-Media Card is complete, insert it into the slot on the Snoop.

5) To turn the Snoop on, aim the remote control (with batteries installed) at the infrared receiver on the Snoop and press the ON button. The Snoop will now record images (until the Multi-Media Card is full) when there is motion in view of the camera.

6) To view the images, remove the Multi-Media Card from the Snoop by gently pushing and releasing it and put it in the card reader. Then open the Snoop software on your PC. A list of images will appear automatically. Double click an image to begin playing sequentially. If you insert the Multi-Media Card into the reader after the Snoop software is opened, press F5 or select View>Refresh from the menu bar to download images.

II. OVERVIEW

The Snoop is a complete stand-alone digital CCTV system including high performance black-and-white CCD camera and automatic digital recording in a covert enclosure. It features a video compression engine, a removable Multi-Media Card (MMC) and a video motion detector. Events are automatically recorded on the Multi-Media Card when motion is detected.

To analyze the recorded events on a PC, the Multi-Media Card is removed from the Snoop and images are downloaded using a Multi-Media Card reader.

The Snoop In-a-Snap provides the same functionality but is supplied in a black box without the covert enclosure or camera. It allows the user to quickly and easily create a “Snoop” system using a covert enclosure and camera of his choice.

Main Features:
o Stand-alone integrated CCTV system packaged in a covert enclosure.
o Black & white camera.
o Built-in video motion detection.
o Automatic recording upon trigger.
o Automatic setup using the Multi-Media Card.
o User defined image quality, frame rate and recording time per event, delay between frames and more.
o Fixed or cyclic recording modes.
o Pre-alarm recording.
o Image integrity protection.
o Event and ON/OFF scheduler.
o Video out.
o Remote control unit.
o Covert enclosure.

Remote Control Unit:
Each camera can be armed or disarmed using the remote control unit. The remote control unit has the following functions:
o ON (optional code-protected)
o OFF (code-protected).
o SNAPSHOT.
o The FUNCTIONS button is for future use.

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Event Recording

An event results in the recording of one or more frames following a single trigger activation. Each event is recorded according to the Snoop configuration as follows (see page 12 regarding Defining the Recording Method):
o Fixed mode – Recording stops when the Multi-Media Card is full.
o Cyclic mode – When the Multi-Media Card is full, new events are recorded over oldest events in the Multi-Media Card queue.

Image Retrieval

Compressed images can be retrieved from the removable Multi-Media Card using a Multi-Media Card reader connected to a PC via a USB (or Parallel) Card Reader.

System Requirements

Minimum system requirements are as follows:
CPU Pentium II 200Mhz or higher.
RAM 16 Mega bytes or higher.
Graphic adapter Super VGA or higher.
Display resolution 640x480, 16 bit or higher.
Operating systems Windows 95, 98, 2000, ME or XP with
Internet Explorer 5.0TM or higher.
Multi-Media Card reader Multi Media Card (MMC) reader and software

III. INSTALLING THE SNOOP

Mount or stand (depending on the enclosure) the Snoop facing the coverage area.

Avoid the Following Locations:
• Facing direct sunlight or light sources.
• Facing areas with high light contrast.

Connect the Power Supply

Connect the power supply to the jack on the Snoop. Plug the power supply (12VDC, 1A) into a standard AC outlet.

Verify Coverage

To verify that the camera view includes the area you need to cover, make sure the Snoop is turned off and then connect a monitor (powered and turned on) to the Video out BNC connector on the Snoop. Move the Snoop or make mounting adjustments if necessary. Disconnect the monitor.

Alternatively, you can verify coverage by taking a snapshot and viewing the image.

IV. OPERATING THE SNOOP

The Snoop operation is controlled by the parameters that you program into the Multi-Media Card using the Multi-Media Card reader. It is recommended that you configure the card (see page 9) before attempting to operate the Snoop. You can also use the remote control to take a snapshot and to turn the Snoop on and off.

To operate the Snoop, you must:
1) Plug in the power supply.
2) Insert the Multi-Media Card in the Snoop Card slot.
3) Aim the remote control at the infrared (IR) receiver on the Snoop and press the
ON (arm) button.

Audible Signals

The Snoop can be configured to beep when you use the remote control to:
o Turn on the unit – long beep.
o Enter an off (disarm) code – short beep after each button is pressed.
o Turn off the unit – two or three long beeps.

The Snoop can also beep:
o While turned off
o When the Multi-Media Card is not inserted.
o When the Multi-Media Card is not properly configured.

Note: Audible signals must be enabled using the Snoop software (see page 14).

Inserting and Removing the Multi-Media Card

Insert the Multi-Media Card into the card slot. Verify that the card is securely locked into the slot by pulling it slightly.

Remove the Multi-Media Card by pushing it gently into the card slot and quickly releasing it. This will unlock the card from the slot.

Note: The Snoop must be turned off (disarmed) before you remove the Multi-Media Card.

V. REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION

NOTE: Insert batteries into the remote control before attempting to use it.

The Remote Control

The remote control provided with your Snoop is used to turn it on and off and take snapshots (to verify coverage instead of using a monitor, or to synchronize the Snoop’s time and date–see page 22). It has the following buttons:
o 4 digit buttons (1, 2 ,3 and 4)
o ON
o OFF
o FUNCTION (for future use only)
o SNAPSHOT

Turning On the Snoop

To turn on (arm) the Snoop:
1) Make sure the Snoop is plugged in and the Multi-Media Card is properly inserted.
2) Point the remote control at the Snoop’s infrared receiver and press the ON button. The Snoop beeps once (if audible signals are enabled) to inform you that it is on.

You have several seconds to exit (and avoid recording of yourself) before the Snoop activates trigger recording.

Turning Off the Snoop

To turn off (disarm) the Snoop:
1) Point the remote control at the Snoop’s infrared receiver and enter the Off (disarm) Code using the four digit buttons. If you have not programmed an Off Code, use the default Code which is 1234 (see page 14 for programming Off Code).
2) Press the OFF button. The Snoop beeps three times to indicate it is off.

NOTE: The Snoop must not detect any motion when turning off – remain still and out of the view of the camera. If you attempt to turn the Snoop off while it is recording an image, it will beep three times (if audible signals are enabled).

Taking a Snapshot

To take a snapshot:
1) Make sure that the Snoop is not on (not armed) and that the Multi-Media Card is inserted.
2) Point the remote control at the Snoop’s infrared receiver and press the SNAPSHOT button.

VI. INSTALLING THE CARD READER

Install the Multi-Media Card reader as described in the card reader documentation supplied with the reader.

VII. INSTALLING THE SNOOP SOFTWARE

The Snoop software is provided on the enclosed CD-ROM. It has the look and feel of Microsoft ExplorerTM, It allows you to program the Multi-Media Card used with the Snoop, and to download, filter, verify, view, print and export recorded images.

System Requirements

To run the software, you must have the hardware and software described on page 3.

Installing the Software

To install the Snoop software:
1) Switch on your computer and start up Windows. If you are using Windows NT, the Active Desktop feature must be on.
2) Insert the enclosed Snoop software CD into the CD-Rom drive. The Install Shield Wizard starts the installation process and the Setup Wizard screen (shown on right) appears.
3) Click Next to proceed. The Setup Wizard installs program files and then the screen shown below right appears.
4) Select the Restart option and click Finish to complete the setup and exit the Setup Wizard. The computer is re-started.

NOTE: An error message will appear during installation of the Snoop software on Windows 98 First Edition. When you click OK in the message box, Setup Wizard installs an updated version of the OLEAUT32.DLL file and completes the installation.

VIII. USING THE SOFTWARE

The Snoop software allows you to:
o Set Snoop parameters:
o Configure the camera settings.
o Set triggers.
o Define the Off (disarm) code, audible indicators, default viewer and enable image integrity verification.
o Set schedules.
o Adjust the video motion detector area and sensitivity.
o Retrieve, sort, copy, analyze and print images recorded with the Snoop.
o Check the integrity of images.
o Turn the Snoop on.
o Synchronize the time-stamp.
o Rename the Snoop unit.

Before Using the Software

You must format the Multi-Media Card before you can use it with the Snoop software:
1) The Snoop must be powered.
2) Insert the Multi-Media Card into the slot on the Snoop.
3) Wait one minute after inserting the Multi-Media Card into the Snoop, then remove the Multi-Media Card from the Snoop and insert it into the card reader that is connected to your PC.

NOTE: Install the Multi-Media Card reader as described in the card reader documentation supplied with the reader.

Opening the Software

To access the Snoop software, do one of the following:
o Click on the Snoop desktop shortcut.
o Open Microsoft ExplorerTM and enter Snoop in the Address field.

The message “Communicating with Snoop…” (shown on right) is displayed as images download. Download time, which depends on image file size and number of images, can be many minutes. Then the Snoop screen opens, listing the files that reside on the Multi-Media Card.

NOTE: If you do not have a Multi-Media Card in the Multi-Media Card reader or the card is not properly formatted, the Snoop software opens a demo event file containing sample images.

The Snoop lists the files downloaded from the Multi-Media Card (shown below).

The Snoop screen is similar to the normal Windows ExplorerTM screen, but has these unique buttons:

Details–displays a list of the pictures (see page 18).

Thumbnails–
shows thumbnails of pictures
(see page 18).
Configure–
opens configuration screens (see page 9).

Filter button–
to filter pictures shown by date and time (see page 20).

The Snoop software menu also contains the following unique options:

o File>Rename Snoop – Opens the Rename Snoop dialog box (see page 21).
o File>Synchronize Snoop time – Opens the Synchronize Time dialog box (see page 22).
o File>Clear event files – Deletes image files from the Multi-Media Card (see page 22).
o File>Arm Snoop– Turns the Snoop on upon insertion of the Multi-Media Card into the Snoop.
o File>Check image integrity – Opens the integrity check dialog (see page 21).

o Edit>Copy Snoop files – Copies the selected image files to the clipboard (see page 19).
o Edit>Filter – Opens the filter dialog box (see page 20).
o Edit>View – Displays selected file in default image viewer (see page 18).
o Edit>Play – Plays the images in sequence using the default image player (see page 19).
o Edit>Print – Prints selected image file (see page 20).
o Edit>Snoop properties – Opens the Snoop configuration screens (see below).
o Edit>View Details – Provides details about the selected event (see page 19 ).
o View>Details – Displays a list of the pictures (see page 18).
o View>Thumbnails – Displays thumbnails of the pictures (see page 18).

Software Configuration

You can configure the Snoop software from the Snoop Configuration Dialog which allows you to set these Snoop parameters:
o Define recording parameters (see page 10):
o Recording configuration
o Recording method
o Camera settings
o Set triggers–I/O (see page 12).
o Define Advanced parameters (see page 13):
o Off (disarm) code
o Audible indicators
o Picture editor
o Integrity settings
o Set schedules (see page 15).
o Adjust the video motion detector area and sensitivity (see page 17).

Accessing the Configuration Dialog

Before you access the Configuration dialog or attempt to configure the Snoop, insert the Multi-Media Card into the reader and open the Snoop software.

To open the Snoop Configuration Dialog:
o Click on the Configure button in the Snoop software window, or:
o Select Edit>Snoop properties in the Snoop software menu.

The Snoop Configuration Dialog opens. It contains the following tabs:
Recording–defines recording parameters (see page 10).
Triggers (I/O)–defines triggers (see page 12).
Advanced–defines advanced parameters (see page 13).
Schedule–schedules events (see page 15).
VMD–configures the video motion detector (see page 17).

Defining Recording Parameters

Recording parameters are configured from the Snoop Configuration Dialog Recording Tab (shown below right).

NOTE: Before you configure any of the parameters, be sure that the Multi-Media Card is inserted into the Multi-Media Card reader.

NOTE: Camera 2 and 3 configuration controls are not used.

You can configure these recording parameters:
o Picture quality
o Number of post-alarm frames
o Recording rate
o Time between triggers
o Entry delay
o Exit delay
o Recording method
o Brightness and contrast.

Setting Picture Quality

There are four available picture quality settings listed in increasing quality (resolution) and image size:
o Good – 6 to 9 Kbytes
o Excellent – 12 to 15 Kbytes
o Very good – 9 to 12 Kbytes
o Perfect – 15 to 18 Kbytes

The higher quality settings require more memory per image and therefore may limit the amount of images that can be recorded on a Multi-Media Card. The lower quality setting may not provide you with the required image resolution. Choose a quality setting that is appropriate to your requirements.

To set picture quality:
1) Open the Snoop Configuration Dialog Recording Tab.
2) Slide the Recording Quality selector to the required setting. The quality level is indicated by a yellow pop-up window.
3) Click OK to save the settings. The Configure Dialog closes.

Setting Post-Trigger (Post-Alarm) Frames

Post-Trigger (Post-Alarm) frames are the number of image frames that are recorded upon activation of recording by the video motion detector (VMD). The available range for post-trigger frames is 0-100 frames.

0NOTE: The Snoop always records one frame prior to alarm activation.

To set the number of post-alarm frames:
1) Open the Snoop Configuration Dialog Recording Tab.
2) Enter the number of post-alarm frames to record in the Post-alarm frames field.
3) Click OK to save the settings. The Configure Dialog closes

Setting Delay Between Frames

You can set the time-lapse delay between frames that are recorded upon Snoop trigger activation. The available range for delay between frames is 0.3-300 seconds.

To set the delay between frames:
1) Open the Snoop Configuration Dialog Recording Tab.
3) Enter the delay time in seconds in the Recording Rate: time between frames field.
3) Click OK to save the settings. The Configure Dialog closes.

Defining Time Between Triggers

The time between triggers is the interval between on recording trigger and the next. The available range for time between triggers is 0-999 seconds.

To set the time between triggers:
1) Open the Snoop Configuration Dialog Recording Tab.
2) Enter the time in seconds in the Time between triggers field.
3) Click OK to save the settings. The Configure Dialog closes.

Defining Entry and Exit Delays

The exit delay is the time delay between turning on (arming) the Snoop and the time the video motion detector is actually activated. This delay is used to exit the room (detection field) when turning the Snoop on. The default exit delay is 0 and it is recommended that you keep it 0 unless you set a large number of frames to record following each trigger.

The entry delay is the time delay between the first recording trigger and the actual start of image recording. This delay is used for entering the room (detection field) and turning the Snoop off. The available range for both the entry and exit delays is 0-60 seconds. The default entry delay is 0 and it is recommended that you keep it 0.

To define the entry and exit delays:
1) Open the Snoop Configuration Dialog Recording Tab.
2) Enter the Entry Delay time and Exit Delay time in seconds in their respective fields.
3) Click OK to save the settings. The Configure Dialog closes.

Defining the Recording Method

Snoop can record images on the Multi-Media Card in one of two ways:
1) Images are recorded until the Multi-Media Card memory is full.
2) Images are recorded in a cyclic manner – when the Multi-Media Card memory is full, new images are recorded over the oldest ones in the memory.

To define the recording method:
1) Open the Snoop Configuration Dialog Recording Tab.
2) In the “Stop recording when MMC card is full” checkbox, check for stopping of image recording when the card fills up, or uncheck for continuous (cyclic) recording.
3) Click OK to save the settings. The Configure Dialog closes.

Setting Camera Brightness and Contrast

Camera brightness and contrast are usually adjusted after you view some test images and determine that you need to improve the image quality.

NOTE: Only Camera 1 is used.

To adjust video source brightness and contrast:
1) Open the Snoop Configuration Dialog Recording Tab.
2) Slide the brightness and contrast selectors in the required direction.
3) Click OK to save the settings. The Configure Dialog closes.

NOTE: Check test images after changing brightness and contrast settings.

NOTE: The default settings pass the camera video signals through with no change.

Defining Triggers (I/O)

The Snoop Triggers (I/O) tab contains a matrix for numerous inputs and functions. With a basic Snoop installation (which covers 99% of all Snoop users) only the Video motion detection and Remote control snapshot inputs are used, and only the Record Camera 1 function is used. This means that only the bottom two boxes of the first column are important. All of the other boxes should be left alone (marked with an “X”) unless you will be performing an advanced installation requiring
external triggers and/or relays, including Infrared Flashlight relay.

To define the triggers:
1) Open the Snoop Configuration Dialog Triggers (I/O) Tab.

NOTE: Before you configure any of the parameters, be sure that the Multi-Media Card is inserted into the Multi-Media Card reader.

2) Click the bottom box next to Input“Video motion detection” (“Remote control snapshot” should already be checked) in the first column (under Function “Record Camera 1”) so that a check mark (4) appears in it.
3) Click OK to save the settings. The Triggers (I/O) Dialog closes.

NOTE: The Internal PIR must NEVER be selected.

NOTE: Before you click OK, be sure the checked boxes appear as shown on the right.

Defining Advanced Parameters

Advanced parameters are configured from the Snoop Configuration Dialog Advanced Tab shown below.

NOTE: Before you configure any of the parameters, be sure that the Multi-Media Card is inserted into the
Multi-Media Card reader.

Advanced parameters are:
o Off (Disarm) Code
o Use of Off (Disarm) Code for turning Snoop on (Arming) also
o Enable Beep
o Define Picture Editor
o Image Integrity

Defining the Off (Disarm) Code

The Off (disarm) code is used when you turn off (disarm) the Snoop with the remote control. The code consists of four 1-to-4 digits. The default code is 1234.

NOTE: Consecutive numbers in the disarm code must not be identical to each other. For example: 1234 or 4231 are valid codes; 1123 or 4413 are not valid and cannot be defined in the software.

To define an Off (disarm) code:
1) Open the Snoop Configuration Dialog Advanced Tab.
2) In the Disarm code field, individually enter a value from 1 to 4 in each of the value fields. These four numbers make-up the disarm code.
3) If you wish, click the box next to “Use Off (disarm) code also for turning on (arming)” to select it. If checked, the Off (disarm) code is used for turning on (arming) the Snoop as well, thereby preventing unauthorized persons from turning on (arming) the Snoop.
4) Click OK to save the settings. The Configure Dialog closes.

Defining Beep Indicators

These indicators can be activated in your Snoop:
o Beep
o Continuous beeping while off (in disarm mode)
o Continuous beeping while Multi-Media Card is not inserted into the Snoop

To define the indicators:
1) Open the Snoop Configuration Dialog Advanced Tab.
2) Select the desired options by checking the appropriate boxes:
o Enable Beep
o Keep beeping while off (in disarm mode)
o Keep beeping while Multi-Media Card is not inserted into the Snoop
3) Click OK to save the settings. The Configure Dialog closes.

Defining Default Picture Editor

To define a picture editor:
1) Open the Snoop Configuration Dialog Advanced Tab.
2) In the Picture editor applications field, enter the path of the picture editor application that you wish to use. You can also use the browse button to find the picture editor. If you leave the field empty the Snoop uses the default image editor.
3) Click OK to save the settings. The Configure Dialog closes.

Image Integrity

When the image integrity feature is used, each recorded image is digitally signed and protected using a secret key that is known only to the person setting the feature. The integrity is established using a MD5-based encryption security mechanism.

Image integrity guarantees the originator of:
o Image data
o Image creation time and date

To enable image integrity:
1) Open the Snoop Configuration Dialog Advanced Tab.
2) Check the Enable checkbox to enable Image Integrity. Unchecking the checkbox disables the image integrity function.

To set an image integrity key:
1) With image integrity enabled, enter the key using the keyboard, or load the key from a file by using the Load button. Any character string can be used as a key. You can enter a binary key, representing every byte by two hex symbols (for example f303ac639b...). See page 21 for further details.
2) Click the Save button to save the key to a file for later loading.
3) Click OK. The Configure Dialog closes. When the Multi-Media Card is inserted into the unit, the integrity signature is added to new recorded images.

NOTE: To change the integrity key, repeat the process by entering a new key.

Setting Schedules

The Snoop Scheduler is based on a weekly format. You can define the days of the week and times of day you want to turn the Snoop on and off. Only 10-minute intervals are available (for example, you can set 8:40 or 11:50 but not 8:45 or 11:52).

NOTE: Before you configure any of the parameters, be sure that the Multi-Media Card is inserted into the Multi-Media Card reader.

To set a schedule:
1) Open the Snoop Configuration Dialog Schedule Tab (see top of next page).
2) Click on the Add button in the Schedule Tab. The Schedule Event dialog opens (see top of next page).
3) Select an action from the Action drop menu.
4) Enter a time in the Time field.
5) Check all of the days to which the action applies.
6) Click OK. The dialog closes and the new item appears on the Schedule Tab screen.

After you click the Add button, the Schedule Event screen shown below appears. Military time is used (for instance, 18:00 instead of 6:00 PM).

After you set the schedule, the event times appear as shown on the right.

To remove a schedule item:
1) Select the item in the Schedule Tab.
2) Click the Remove button. The event is removed from the Schedule Tab Dialog.

To remove all items:
Click the Clear All button. All schedule items are removed.

NOTE: Be sure that the time is synchronized before using Schedule (see page 22).

NOTE: Be sure you have the proper time zone setting on your PC.

NOTE: When you move the clock back or forth one hour because of Daylight Savings Time, the Snoop will process scheduled events one hour later or ahead of schedule.To synchronize the schedule with the actual current time, remove the Multi-Media Card from the Snoop, open the Snoop software, open the Configuration screen, verify that the schedule configuration is correct and click OK. Re-insert the Multi-Media Card into the Snoop.

NOTE: After power reset and inserting the Multi-Media Card into the Snoop, the Snoop ignores all events prior to the current time.

Video Motion Detector (VMD)

The VMD dialog is used to define the areas and sensitivity of the Snoop’s motion detection function. VMD settings are adjusted from the Snoop Configuration Dialog VMD Tab (shown below after adjustments had already been made). It contains an image display area and two sliders used to control grid size and sensitivity.

NOTE: Before you configure any of the parameters, be sure that the Multi-Media Card is inserted into the Multi-Media Card reader.

Before you access the Snoop Configuration Dialog VMD Tab, select an image of your area of interest in the Snoop image (Details) list. The image will be shown on the VMD Tab image display.

To adjust the grid size:
Slide the grid size slide in the appropriate direction until the desired grid appears in the image display.

To adjust the detection sensitivity:
Slide the Sensitivity slide in the desired direction.

To define detection areas:
Click on the desired grid squares. Detection squares are marked with a red hatch. Non-detection squares are clear.

NOTE: Test your detection area and sensitivity settings by arming the Snoop and entering the VMD field of view before applying the settings for trigger recording.

NOTE: If your Snoop unit is not mounted in a fixed position but is in a movable enclosure such as a radio or stereo speaker, be careful not to allow the unit to be moved after defining detection areas since even slight movement will affect them.

Reverting to Factory Settings

There are cases where you may need to revert to factory settings for the Snoop configuration.

To revert to factory settings:
1) Verify that the Multi-Media Card is inserted into the Multi-Media Card reader and that the Snoop software is opened.
2) Click on the Configure button in the Snoop software window. The Configure Dialog opens.
3) Click on the Factory reset button. A confirmation dialog opens.
4) Click OK to confirm the reset. The dialog closes and the factory default values are saved to the Multi-Media Card.

Viewing Images

There are a number of ways in which you can view the Snoop images:
o As thumbnails.
o As a detailed image list.
o Separately using the default image viewer.

You can also filter images based on date and time recorded prior to viewing.

View a List of Images

To view a list of images:
o Click on the Details button. The list of images appears as shown above right.

Viewing Thumbnails

To view thumbnails of the images on the Multi-Media Card:
o Click on the Thumbnails button. The thumbnail images appear as shown on the right.

Viewing Individual Images

Individual images can be viewed using the default image viewer. These images include a time-stamp that shows the date and time the image was recorded.

To view individual images using the default viewer:
o Right click on an image name or thumbnail and choose View from the pop-up menu.

Viewing Event Details

The Snoop can provide you additional details about an event, including:
o Serial number
o Event number
o Number of frames
o Trigger date and time
o Trigger source (either Video Motion Detector or Snapshot)
o Whether integrity check is enabled or not

To view an event’s details:
1) Select an event in the image name list or thumbnail.
2) Choose Edit>View Details in the Snoop menu. The Details dialog (above) opens.

Playing Consecutive Images

Consecutive images in the Snoop image list can be viewed consecutively using the default image viewer.

To view images consecutively:
Select Edit>Play on the Snoop menu. The default player starts to cycle through the images. You can also double-click on an image in the list and the Snoop will begin cycling from that image.

You can adjust the cycle speed using the slider in the top right corner of the viewer.

Managing Images

Using the Snoop software, you can manipulate image files as follows:
o Copy images.
o Define a loading and back-up file location
o Filter images by date and time
o Print images
o Check an image’s integrity

Copying Images

Snoop images can be copied from the Multi-Media Card to a directory on your PC.

To copy images to the PC:
1) Verify that the Multi-Media Card is inserted into the Multi-Media Card reader.
2) Select the files that you want to copy as you would using Microsoft ExplorerTM.
3) Select Edit>Copy Snoop File(s). The files are copied to the clipboard.
4) Open your target directory using Microsoft ExplorerTM.
5) Select Edit>Paste. The image files are pasted into the target directory.

NOTE: You can also copy files into a new directory using ‘drag and drop’.

Image and Setup Backup

You can save the image list and Snoop configuration in a location other than the Multi-Media Card for later processing.

To save Snoop data files:
1) Select File>Save to... in the Snoop menu. The Directory dialog shown on the right appears.
2) Select drive and directory in which to save the Snoop data and click OK. The data saves to the selected location.

To load Snoop data from any location:
1) Select File>Load from... in the Snoop menu. The Directory dialog appears.
2) Select drive and directory from which to load the Snoop data.
3) Click OK. The image list updates.

To return to default location:
Press F5 or select View>Refresh in the Snoop menu.

Filtering Images

You can filter images by date and time.

To filter the images:
1) Click on the Filter button. The select filter date dialog shown on the right opens.
2) Enter the range of dates and/or times of images you wish to view.
3) Click OK. The dialog closes. The message “Communicating with Snoop…” is displayed as images download. Download time, which depends on image file size and number of images, can be many minutes. Then the Snoop software displays images recorded in the time/date interval that you set.

NOTE: Ignore “Camera number.” The Snoop has only one camera which is set at Camera 1. (Exception for multiple camera smoke detector).

Printing Images

You can print images directly from the Snoop software.

To print an image:
1) Select the image you want to print.
2) Select Edit>Print. The image is printed.

Checking Image Integrity

To check an image’s integrity:
1) In the Image Player panel (Details Screen), select File>Check Image Integrity or click on the key icon. The Integrity dialog shown on the right opens.
2) Enter or load the Integrity Key.
3) Click OK. A message informs you if the image is verified.
4) If the integrity check is not successful, verify that the correct key is entered or that image integrity was enabled.

Snoop and Multi-Media Card Functions

These functions can be performed on the Snoop and Multi-Media Card using the Snoop software:
o Rename the Snoop unit
o Synchronize the time with your PC.
o Turn the Snoop on upon insertion of the Multi-Media Card into the Snoop.
o Delete data from the Multi-Media Card.

Re-naming the Snoop

You may want to re-name a Snoop unit to help you track image files (especially if reading files from more than one Snoop unit on one PC). You can add a descriptive name to the image file name to help you identify the unit (such as lobby, warehouse, reception, etc.).

To re-name the Snoop:
1) Verify that the Multi-Media Card is inserted into the Multi-Media Card reader.
2) Select File>Rename Snoop in the Snoop software menu. The Rename Snoop dialog shown on the right opens.
3) Enter a new name in the name entry field.
4) Click OK. The Snoop name is saved and appears in the Snoop ID field of the image file list.

Synchronizing the Time

You may need to synchronize the time used in the time-stamp when you initially set up the Snoop, or when your local time changes in the Spring or Autumn.

To synchronize the Snoop time:
1) Insert the Multi-Media Card (be sure it has been formatted) into the Snoop.
2) Ensure that the Snoop is not on (not armed). Momentarily press the SNAPSHOT button on the remote control unit and note the time on your watch.
3) Remove the Multi-Media Card from the Snoop.
4) Verify that the Multi-Media Card is inserted into the Multi-Media Card reader and that the Snoop software is opened.
5) Press F5 or select View>Refresh in the Snoop software menu.
6) Select File > Synchronize Snoop Time in the Snoop software menu. The Synchronize time dialog shown on the right opens.
7) Enter the date and time when you clicked the remote unit’s SNAPSHOT button (step 3) in the respective fields.
8) Click OK. The following message, as shown on the right, appears: “Time sync operation has succeeded.”
9) Click OK.
10) Remove Multi-Media Card from the reader and insert it into the Snoop. The time and date are automatically updated.

NOTE: The time on your PC clock has no relationship to the time synchronization of the Snoop. Although the Snoop software enters your PC clock time into the fields when you use the File>Synchronize Snoop Time function, you must edit this to the time at which the last snapshot was taken since that is the point that the Snoop will synchronize to.

Deleting Data from the Multi-Media (MMC) Card

To delete data from the card:
1) Verify that the Multi-Media Card is inserted into the Multi-Media Card reader and that the Snoop software is opened.
2) Select File>Clear Event files. The following message appears: “Are you sure you would like to erase Snoop contents?”
3) Click Yes to delete the data from the card. The following message, shown on the right, appears indicating that event file entries are erased: “Erase procedure has succeeded.”
4) Click OK. The message box closes.

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