As of August, 2022 the firmware for the new ATL-200S/201S is models is 5283
The current firmware is 4374 for ATL-200/201 models.
Afidus continues to update the firmware in immediate response to iOS software updates. We thank you for all who provide feedback directly us so that we can continue to make a better product.
This video walks you through step-by step on the process. While this video was created in February for an older firmware the process remains the same.
Afidus recommends doing this process either connected directly to a power source with the manufacturer supplied USB power cord or a fresh set of brand new name brand batteries.
In the event you have upgraded your iOS devise and you may have Wi-fi connection Apple recommends removing the app and reinstalling it.
This mode is best suited for wildlife, backyard monitoring, intruder, basically low frequency movement. Should the built-in PIR sensor be triggered, the camera will record a preset length of footage. You can set the length of video the camera records under “burst mode” in the system settings page. The default burst length is 3 secs. The PIR can sense movement up to approx 10m.
It’s worth noting, in this mode each time the PIR is triggered, every video the camera shoots will be stored as a separate file under the “PIR” folder section of the gallery.
If you want one continuous file for, say, bird watching, the “Hybrid” record mode might be better suited for you.
This video presents a walk through on what to expect when using the P.I.R. mode
March, 2021
For the ATL-200S/201S mdoels the current firmware is 4462.
For the previous ATL-200/201 models, the firmware is 4374
Afidus contiues to update the firmware in immediate response to iOS software updates. We thank you for all who provide feedback directly us so that we can continue to make a better product.
This video instructs you through the step-by step process.
Afidus recommends doing this process connected directly to a power source with the manufacturer supplied USB power cord or a fresh set of brand new name brand batteries. The camera system will alert you if there is not enough power in the batteries for the update.
In the event you have upgraded your iOS devise and you may have Wi-fi connection issue Apple recommends removing the app and reinstalling it.
This video was created and shared in February, 2020. The Firmware update process remains the same.
This mode takes an image capture with the camera.
To operate:
You'll need the patience of a saint to make a stop frame animation movie as 1 second of video contains roughly 24 frames, and 1hr of footage contains approx 3600 seconds, so that’s 86,400 frames / hr in total! That’s a lot of work, effort, and time! Snapshots are stored under the snapshot folder of the gallery.
The app will collect all the capture and save them to one speedy fast .mp4 video file. If desired, you can further edit video into a final video project on your computer. This mode is also known as stop frame animation
This is one of the most challenging creative modes to work with. There is a 1-3 second time delay from when the shutter butten is pressed to when the camera records the photo and is saved to the cameras card.
This video highlights the manual operation it of the camera showing what it takes to the generate the captured video before editing.
The process is very easy. If you see an update notification switch to your local network Wi-Fi or turn off the camera. Tap on the firmware icon on the first app screen and download the firmware to your device. Reconnect to your camera and tap the fly-out menu and the FW Upgrade button will load the firmware onto your camera. After two series of beeps, reconnect your camera and you'll be set with new features.
The process is very easy.
1) If you see an update notification switch to your local network Wi-Fi or turn the camera OFF.
2) Tap on the firmware icon on the first app screen and download the firmware to your device.
3) Turn your camera back on. Reconnect your camera to Wi-fi
4) Select the seltting fly-out menu
5) Select FW Upgrade button will load the firmware onto your camera. After a serties of series of beeps, reconnect your camera and you'll be set with new features.
Have the a micro-USB cable handy...
Step 1: Remove the batteries and SD card. Step 2: Press the power button continuously. Step 3: While holding the power button, plug in external power (micro-USB). Step 4: The camera will begin beeping and the LED will flash, wait until beeping and flash stop Step 5: The reset is complete, you will need to forget the existing camera network from your mobile settings and the default password will work (12345678)
Step 6: Once you launch the app, you will be asked to change the password, make the change
Step 7: Forget the network again and enter the new password
After performing a reset, make sure you double check all of your settings by tapping the (i) info button. Quality, HDR and other configuration options will also have reverted to the factory default.
We recommend changnig the Quality to +4, HDR is High and Time Stamp is off.
This is your standard time-lapse record mode. Choose the interval settings you want to use and off you go. It will record according to the setting you specifiy within the menu flyout.
For most projects remaining within the "Minute-to-Win-it" guidlines covers most of the action for a week up to one month long capturing during working hours Monday-Friday 8 am to 5pm.
For a stalled app. Simply close the App and start it up. This refreshes it
We recommend always starting with a fresh set of brand name batteries; Energizer Max,
Duracell Optimum, or Engerizer Lithium. Establishing a Wi-Fi connection takes a good bit of power from the initial set-up.
Afidus has been very proactive with Firmware updates following any iOS updates. At times, we have observed deleting the app, reinstalling it helps with estatablishing a wi-fi connection helps.
Another solution:
If your camera won't connect to the Wi-Fi from your mobile device please select : Settings > Camera> and "forget" the existing Wi-Fi connection in your Wi-Fi settings
then please try again.
Since October of 2019, Cameras shipped from TimeLapseCameras have their password set to 87654321. If you did not purchase your camera from TimeLapseCameras, try the manufacturer deflat password 12345678. You will be prompted to change to a password of your choice.
For a stalled app. Simply close the App and start it up. This refreshes it
We recommend always starting with a fresh set of brand name batteries; Energizer Max,
Duracell Optimum, or Engerizer Lithium. Establishing a Wi-Fi connection takes a good bit of power from the initial set-up.
Afidus has been very proactive with Firmware updates following any iOS updates. At times, we have observed deleting the app, reinstalling it helps with estatablishing a wi-fi connection helps.
Another solution:
If your camera won't connect to the Wi-Fi from your mobile device please select : Settings > Camera> and "forget" the existing Wi-Fi connection in your Wi-Fi settings
then please try again.
Since October of 2019, Cameras shipped from TimeLapseCameras have their password set to 87654321. If you did not purchase your camera from TimeLapseCameras, try the manufacturer deflat password 12345678. You will be prompted to change to a password of your choice.
Have the a micro-USB cable handy...
Step 1: Remove the batteries and SD card. Step 2: Press the power button continuously. Step 3: While holding the power button, plug in external power (micro-USB). Step 4: The camera will begin beeping and the LED will flash, wait until beeping and flash stop Step 5: The reset is complete, you will need to forget the existing camera network from your mobile settings and the default password will work (12345678)
Step 6: Once you launch the app, you will be asked to change the password, make the change
Step 7: Forget the network again and enter the new password
After performing a reset, make sure you double check all of your settings by tapping the (i) info button. Quality, HDR and other configuration options will also have reverted to the factory default.
We recommend changnig the Quality to +4, HDR is LOW and Time Stamp is off.
Hybrid mode is very useful for recording wildlife, or where the subject matter might occasionally move. It combines the standard time-lapse mode with the PIR sensor mode.
e.g. set Interval at 10 minutes and PIR burst mode set at 3 secs
The above setting will take a shot every 10 minutes, but each time the PIR senses any movement; the camera will take a 3 second burst video, then return to snapping a shot every 10 minutes. This sequence will continue until you finish your recording.
The benefit of this mode is the camera will only produce one video file for the whole project, not individual files as would happen if you used PIR mode. This mode is perfect for recording wildlife. Hybrid video files are stored in the normal time-lapse.
If you are actively recording and the green LED is flashing every five seconds, you must stop the recording to turn on the Wi-Fi. Press and hold the power button until the camera beeps and you have a solid green LED, now you camera's Wi-Fi is active. If you still can't connect to Wi-Fi, the battery level is likely low.
If you are actively recording and the green LED is flashing every five seconds, you must stop the recording to turn on the Wi-Fi. Press and hold the power button until the camera beeps and you have a solid green LED, now you camera's Wi-Fi is active. If you still can't connect to Wi-Fi, the battery level is likely low.
This mode takes short video clips at set intervals. You might want to use this mode instead of the normal time-lapse mode if you prefer to watch your project in short bursts of (near) full motion video. Note that the video “burst” length can set in the “system settings” page. The default video clip length (burst) is 3sec.
E.g. Set capture interval to 2 minutes and burst mode to 5 secs.
The above will produce short 5 second video clips every 2 minutes until you have finished your project.
Video files recorded in this mode are stored in the normal time-lapse folder of the gallery.
Our favorite uses for this feature are used on Drive Lapses or with the camera is positioned in one corner of the room to document the project steping allong rather than one continuous timelapse.
For this video example Ice Out filmed over the course of five days 24/7.
Full Article Here >> https://www.afiduscam.com/post/video-lapse
Battery levels are a common reason for Wi-Fi connection issues. The camera requires 3.8 Volts to establish and maintain a connection.
When there are many networks available maintining a connection may be challenging. Put you phone into Airplane mode before connecting to the camera's Wi-Fi. Airplane mode typically always improves connection stability.
Battery levels are a common reason for Wi-Fi connection issues. The camera requires 3.8 Volts to establish and maintain a connection. When there are many networks available maintining a connection may be challenging. Put you phone into Airplane mode before connecting to the camera's Wi-Fi. Airplane mode typically always improves connection stability.
The factory specifications state 45 days at a one minute capture interval, 80 days at five minute interval (8 hours a day). In our testing this has been proven very accurate. You can achieve longer run times using Energizer Ultimate Lithium AA batteries.
At a capture a minute, during working hours we like to check our cameras monthly. It's better to be safe than sorry by checking the cameras more often. We have seen cameras knocked down, painted over, obscured and covered with protective plastic.
A new set of four AA batteries is around 6.5 volts, the camera requires 3.8 volts or above for the Wi-Fi to function. Batteries which have tested "good" or "ok" may not have enough power to maintain a Wi-Fi connection. We always recommend using new batteries and we change them when the battery indicator within the app starts to dip.
Extreme Testing Scenarios
Running Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries with a capture every minute, 12 hours a day we had a camera survive the polar vortex running for 50 days non-stop. During this period the temperature fluctuation was -40 to +40F. Cold weather greatly affects battery life, standard AA batteries start losing power at around 30F. With temperatures below 30F we recommend lithium batteries and check our cameras more frequently. When the temperature dips below 0F we try to check our cameras after an extreme cold snap.
With Energizer Max alkaline batteries we did a two week project with a capture every 30 seconds, 12 hours a day. After, the batteries hadn't even dipped below 5.4 volts.
Using a 128gb card we had a camera run for 20 days, recording 14 hours each day at a 10 second interval and the batteries were running low.
The factory specifications state 45 days at a one minute capture interval, 80 days at five minute interval (8 hours a day). In our testing this has been proven very accurate. You can achieve longer run times using Energizer Ultimate Lithium AA batteries.
At a capture a minute, during working hours we like to check our cameras monthly. It's better to be safe than sorry by checking the cameras more often. We have seen cameras knocked down, painted over, obscured and covered with protective plastic.
A new set of four AA batteries is around 6.5 volts, the camera requires 3.8 volts or above for the Wi-Fi to function. Batteries which have tested "good" or "ok" may not have enough power to maintain a Wi-Fi connection. We always recommend using new batteries and we change them when the battery indicator within the app starts to dip.
Extreme Testing Scenarios
Running Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries with a capture every minute, 12 hours a day we had a camera survive the polar vortex running for 50 days non-stop. During this period the temperature fluctuation was -40 to +40F. Cold weather greatly affects battery life, standard AA batteries start losing power at around 30F. With temperatures below 30F we recommend lithium batteries and check our cameras more frequently. When the temperature dips below 0F we try to check our cameras after an extreme cold snap.
With Energizer Max alkaline batteries we did a two week project with a capture every 30 seconds, 12 hours a day. After, the batteries hadn't even dipped below 5.4 volts.
Using a 128gb card we had a camera run for 20 days, recording 14 hours each day at a 10 second interval and the batteries were running low.
The cameras ship from us with four AA batteries installed. For project success, we always recommend new brand name batteries. The camera requires 3.8 volts to maintain a Wi-Fi connection. A set of four new batteries is around 6.5 volts. If your batteries test "ok" or "good" please consider setting them aside for the TV remote.
Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries provide longer run time and maintain a charge when the temperature dips. They cost more, but provide better performance, especially if the temperature is sub-zero to 30F. The only catch with lithium batteries is the steep power curve, they are either good or dead, there is little mid-range and they may fail without warning. However, the failure point is longer than standard alkaline batteries.
We have also been testing Energizer Max alkaline batteries which seem to provide better run times. We will report back after more rigorous testing.
We don't recommend discount or rechargeable batteries. Purchase new batteries from a store who would have a decent turnover, if you have to dust off the package shop somewhere else for your critical power supply.
The cameras ship from us with four AA batteries installed. For project success, we always recommend new brand name batteries. The camera requires 3.8 volts to maintain a Wi-Fi connection. A set of four new batteries is around 6.5 volts. If your batteries test "ok" or "good" please consider setting them aside for the TV remote.
Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries provide longer run time and maintain a charge when the temperature dips. They cost more, but provide better performance, especially if the temperature is sub-zero to 30F. The only catch with lithium batteries is the steep power curve, they are either good or dead, there is little mid-range and they may fail without warning. However, the failure point is longer than standard alkaline batteries.
We have also been testing Energizer Max alkaline batteries which seem to provide better run times. We will report back after more rigorous testing.
We don't recommend discount or rechargeable batteries. Purchase new batteries from a store who would have a decent turnover, if you have to dust off the package shop somewhere else for your critical power supply.
Running Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries with a capture every minute, 12 hours a day we had a camera survive the polar vortex running for 50 days non-stop. During this period the temperature fluctuation was -40 to +40F. Cold weather greatly affects battery life, standard AA batteries start losing power at around 30F. With temperatures below 30F we recommend lithium batteries and check our cameras more frequently. When the temperature dips below 0F we try to check our cameras after an extreme cold snap. The manufacturer specifications are -4F - 122F (20C - 50C). We like to base all of our testing on real world examples.
Running Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries with a capture every minute, 12 hours a day we had a camera survive the polar vortex running for 50 days non-stop. During this period the temperature fluctuation was -40 to +40F. Cold weather greatly affects battery life, standard AA batteries start losing power at around 30F. With temperatures below 30F we recommend lithium batteries and check our cameras more frequently. When the temperature dips below 0F we try to check our cameras after an extreme cold snap. The manufacturer specifications are -4F - 122F (20C - 50C). We like to base all of our testing on real world examples.
Using the app; after you have confirmed your settings, selected record and then OK. You will hear two audible beeps. This is the first confirmation your camera is recording. At this time, please watch for a green LED at the top of the camera to blink approximately every five seconds.
Here is the section of our app overview video which covers starting the recording,
The recording section starts at 07:18
This is an optional feature.
Turn this ON when you are recording repeating events and want to recycle your card. The system will record over the oldest content. Useful in surveillance situations when you are limited to using a 16gb card.
TIP: Leave this off we don't want you have content that is written over unless you really want it that way.
Using the app; after you have confirmed your settings, selected record and then OK. You will hear two audible beeps. This is the first confirmation your camera is recording. At this time, please watch for a green LED at the top of the camera to blink approximately every five seconds.
Here is the section of our app overview video which covers starting the recording,
The recording section starts at 07:18
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As of August, 2022 the firmware for the new ATL-200S/201S is models is 5283
The current firmware is 4374 for ATL-200/201 models.
Afidus continues to update the firmware in immediate response to iOS software updates. We thank you for all who provide feedback directly us so that we can continue to make a better product.
This video walks you through step-by step on the process. While this video was created in February for an older firmware the process remains the same.
Afidus recommends doing this process either connected directly to a power source with the manufacturer supplied USB power cord or a fresh set of brand new name brand batteries.
In the event you have upgraded your iOS devise and you may have Wi-fi connection Apple recommends removing the app and reinstalling it.
March, 2021
For the ATL-200S/201S mdoels the current firmware is 4462.
For the previous ATL-200/201 models, the firmware is 4374
Afidus contiues to update the firmware in immediate response to iOS software updates. We thank you for all who provide feedback directly us so that we can continue to make a better product.
This video instructs you through the step-by step process.
Afidus recommends doing this process connected directly to a power source with the manufacturer supplied USB power cord or a fresh set of brand new name brand batteries. The camera system will alert you if there is not enough power in the batteries for the update.
In the event you have upgraded your iOS devise and you may have Wi-fi connection issue Apple recommends removing the app and reinstalling it.
This video was created and shared in February, 2020. The Firmware update process remains the same.
The process is very easy. If you see an update notification switch to your local network Wi-Fi or turn off the camera. Tap on the firmware icon on the first app screen and download the firmware to your device. Reconnect to your camera and tap the fly-out menu and the FW Upgrade button will load the firmware onto your camera. After two series of beeps, reconnect your camera and you'll be set with new features.
The process is very easy.
1) If you see an update notification switch to your local network Wi-Fi or turn the camera OFF.
2) Tap on the firmware icon on the first app screen and download the firmware to your device.
3) Turn your camera back on. Reconnect your camera to Wi-fi
4) Select the seltting fly-out menu
5) Select FW Upgrade button will load the firmware onto your camera. After a serties of series of beeps, reconnect your camera and you'll be set with new features.
Have the a micro-USB cable handy...
Step 1: Remove the batteries and SD card. Step 2: Press the power button continuously. Step 3: While holding the power button, plug in external power (micro-USB). Step 4: The camera will begin beeping and the LED will flash, wait until beeping and flash stop Step 5: The reset is complete, you will need to forget the existing camera network from your mobile settings and the default password will work (12345678)
Step 6: Once you launch the app, you will be asked to change the password, make the change
Step 7: Forget the network again and enter the new password
After performing a reset, make sure you double check all of your settings by tapping the (i) info button. Quality, HDR and other configuration options will also have reverted to the factory default.
We recommend changnig the Quality to +4, HDR is High and Time Stamp is off.
Have the a micro-USB cable handy...
Step 1: Remove the batteries and SD card. Step 2: Press the power button continuously. Step 3: While holding the power button, plug in external power (micro-USB). Step 4: The camera will begin beeping and the LED will flash, wait until beeping and flash stop Step 5: The reset is complete, you will need to forget the existing camera network from your mobile settings and the default password will work (12345678)
Step 6: Once you launch the app, you will be asked to change the password, make the change
Step 7: Forget the network again and enter the new password
After performing a reset, make sure you double check all of your settings by tapping the (i) info button. Quality, HDR and other configuration options will also have reverted to the factory default.
We recommend changnig the Quality to +4, HDR is LOW and Time Stamp is off.
If you are actively recording and the green LED is flashing every five seconds, you must stop the recording to turn on the Wi-Fi. Press and hold the power button until the camera beeps and you have a solid green LED, now you camera's Wi-Fi is active. If you still can't connect to Wi-Fi, the battery level is likely low.
If you are actively recording and the green LED is flashing every five seconds, you must stop the recording to turn on the Wi-Fi. Press and hold the power button until the camera beeps and you have a solid green LED, now you camera's Wi-Fi is active. If you still can't connect to Wi-Fi, the battery level is likely low.
Battery levels are a common reason for Wi-Fi connection issues. The camera requires 3.8 Volts to establish and maintain a connection.
When there are many networks available maintining a connection may be challenging. Put you phone into Airplane mode before connecting to the camera's Wi-Fi. Airplane mode typically always improves connection stability.
Battery levels are a common reason for Wi-Fi connection issues. The camera requires 3.8 Volts to establish and maintain a connection. When there are many networks available maintining a connection may be challenging. Put you phone into Airplane mode before connecting to the camera's Wi-Fi. Airplane mode typically always improves connection stability.
These tips are recommend when your camera has been sitting unsused for a period of time. Most likely your batteries have been depleated within the unit.
Go grab a fresh set of brand new name brand batteries or the supplie USB power cord and connect your camera to a power source.
1) Let's start fresh.
When you update your Apple iOS device this is a great time to update the Afidus app. Simply deleting the app and reinstalling will refresh it.
2) If the app appears sluggish... As we allways say, " if the app takes a nap (aka the response is sluggish) wake it up." a quick close and reopen of the app helps to wake it up and it will become responsive.
3) Turn it off
Turn the Wi-Fi off for three seconds and back on.
4) Quick Close.
A flash close of the Mobile Device Wi-Fi settings and power cycle your device
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