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YetiCam Control Board Version 1.3

The YetiCam control board is a complete motion sensing camera control board. The board contains PIR (Passive Infrared) circuitry to detect the movement of warm bodied animals and then triggers a camera to take a picture. The YetiCam board is able to trigger many different models of cameras and the on board DIP switch allows the board to be customized by you in the field to meet changing requirements. The board has an on board LED (Light Emitting Diode) that allows the operator to get feedback from the control board. Two external ports can be used to interface with different components like event counters and IR LED arrays. The board can be configured for different cameras with a simple chip change and at 1.5" X 3.5", the board will fit in numerous cases.
 
The YetiCam was designed by an Electrical Engineer with a passion for the outdoors which means you are getting a board that is well built with the outdoor person in mind.
 
Power Specifications  

Front of Board with Front Mounted Controls

  • Wide range of supply voltage levels (5 – 16 Volts) to allow for different battery configurations to be used
  • Increased board battery life with less than 100 micro Amps current draw when board is idle and in 24 hour monitoring mode. Four AA alkaline batteries should last for months.
  • Board includes diode protection against battery being hooked up wrong to board.
Board Configurations
  • Board can be ordered with potentiometers and DIP switch mounted on the front or back of the board for more mounting options.
  • PIR sensor can be mounted to allow for board to be mounted in a vertical position.
RapidPic Mode   Front of Board with Back Mounted Controls

  • When in this mode camera will continue try to rapid pictures as long as there is motion sensed. If no motion is sensed for 30 seconds the camera will power back down.
  • The camera doesn't turn off between events and the board continues to try taking pictures with the limiting factor being the camera's speed to react.
  • Perfect for trail situations and capturing the second, third or fourth deer.
DIP Switch Options
  • Eight different delay times available to control the required time delay between pictures being taken.
  • Ability to not have the LED light up when motion is detected.
  • Movie mode with either a 10 or 20 second movie available on supporting cameras.
  • Ability to take one or two pictures each time motion is detected.
Day/Night Sensor
  • Day/Night Sensor allows for camera to be configured for Day, Night or 24 Hour use.
  • Day/Night Sensor can be adjusted for sensitivity through an on board potentiometer allow for customization of dark/light levels.
PIR Sensor  

Back of Board with Back Mounted Controls

 

  • Detecting range up to 100 feet.
  • PIR Sensor has a sensitivity adjustment for distance control through an on board potentiometer.
  • Sensor can be mounted so board can be used in a horizontal mounting (as shown) or in a vertical mounting. If vertical mounting is required, than please indicate in PayPal purchase form.
PIR Sensor
  • Detecting range up to 100 feet.
  • PIR Sensor has a sensitivity adjustment for distance control through an on board potentiometer.
  • Sensor can be mounted so board can be used in a horizontal mounting (as shown) or in a vertical mounting.
User connections
  • Four conductor connector  with screws to allow for connection to the camera
  • Two accessory connectors for triggering accessories. (IR LED Array, Event Counter, External Light) The cable assemblies must be purchased separately for the accessory ports.
  • Connectors can be reconfigured through solder jumpers

 

   
What's Included (Please read carefully, recent changes):
  • One DIP Switch Settings Sticker

All this for $39.50 plus S&H

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Highly recommended additions to a board purchase!
 
Board Power Source

YetiCam Control Board Power Cable

One 2 conductor cable with quick disconnect ready for connection to the YetiCam board.

$1.00 plus S&H

 

OR

9 Volt battery holder with internal switch

One 9 Volt battery holder with 6" leads and two conductor quick disconnect ready for connection to the YetiCam board. The battery holder has a cover and internal switch for the ultimate in convenience!

$2.25 plus S&H

 

 
Fresnel Lens

.65" Fresnel Lens

One Fresnel Lens with a .65" focal length

$2.50 plus S&H

OR

Wide Angle Fresnel Lens

One Wide Angle Fresnel Lens with .9" focal length

$2.50 plus S&H

 
Board Mounting Bracket or Hardware (screws and standoffs)

Control Board Mounting Bracket Kit Regular Lens

Machined control board mounting bracket for use with a regular Fresnel Lens (ordered separately). Bottom of bracket is machined out to accommodate double sided stick tape and Fresnel lens. Kit comes with bracket, double sided tape, 4 machine screws, four stand offs, and 4 pan head screws. Just cut a 1" hole in the case and glue this down. No external screw holes and the distance from the PIR to the lens is all set for a horizontal mounted board.
(Assembly Document)

 

$10.00 plus S&H

OR

Control Board Mounting Bracket Kit Wide Angle Lens

Machined control board mounting bracket for use with a Wide Angle Fresnel Lens (ordered separately). Bottom of bracket is machined out to accommodate double sided stick tape and Fresnel lens. Kit comes with bracket, double sided tape, 4 machine screws, four stand offs, and 4 pan head screws. Just cut a 1" hole in the case and glue this down. No external screw holes and the distance from the PIR to the lens is all set for a horizontal mounted board.
(Assembly Document)

$10.00 plus S&H

 
Mounting Hardware Not Required with Bracket Above

Four 3/4" standoffs

Four 3/4" nylon standoffs for mounting of board. Other sizes on parts page.
(Reference Document)

$1.00 plus S&H

And

Screws and Nuts

Four 6-32 1 1/4" flat head screws and eight 6-32 nuts for mounting board to case.
(Reference Document)

$.50 plus S&H

 
 

PIC Chip only for replacement and upgrades $5 shipped
(Chip is not required for new board purchase

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