Settings Reference
This page provides a complete reference of all configurable settings on your OcuTrap, including their ranges, defaults, and descriptions.
Note: After changing settings, a reboot of the trap is recommended to ensure all changes are applied correctly.
Capture & Detection Settings
Capture Distance
125–1000mm (5–39 in)
250mm (10 in)
Distance from sensor that triggers a capture. Objects crossing this threshold will close the door.
Pre-Capture Alerts
On/Off
On
Sends an alert when an animal enters the detection zone (before capture). Includes a 2-minute cooldown between alerts.
Detection Zones Explained
OcuTrap uses two detection zones to verify captures and reduce false triggers:
Detection Zone: 300–450mm from sensor — Object must show 3+ consecutive valid readings here first
Capture Zone: 0–250mm from sensor — Final trigger point that closes the door
This dual-zone system prevents false triggers from rain, debris, or quick movements.
Camera Settings
Camera Time Lapse
0–24 hours
6 hours
How often the camera takes periodic photos while armed. Set to 0 to disable timelapse.
Camera Quality
1–6
2
Image resolution size (1=QVGA smallest, 6=UXGA largest). Higher = better quality but more data/power.
Rotate Image
0°, 90°, 180°, 270°
0°
Rotates captured images. Useful if trap is mounted in non-standard orientation.
Dark Lux Threshold
1–100 lux
25 lux
Light level below which the environment is considered "dark" and IR lighting activates.
Minimum IR Brightness
0–100%
10%
Minimum infrared LED brightness in dark conditions.
Maximum IR Brightness
0–100%
100%
Maximum infrared LED brightness. Lower values reduce glare and save power.
Camera Quality Levels
1
QVGA (320×240)
Fastest transfer, lowest data usage
2
VGA (640×480)
Good balance of quality and speed (default)
3
SVGA (800×600)
Better detail
4
XGA (1024×768)
High detail
5
SXGA (1280×1024)
Very high detail
6
UXGA (1600×1200)
Maximum detail, highest data usage
Battery & Power Settings
Battery Type
5Ah / 10Ah
Varies by region
Must match installed battery for accurate level estimation.
Battery Alerts
On/Off
On
Enables low battery notifications at 20% and 10% levels.
Power-Off Voltage
7.0–12.0V
9.6V
Voltage threshold below which the trap automatically hibernates.
Battery Alert Thresholds
20% Warning
10.4V
Low battery warning sent
10% Critical
~9.5V
Critical battery warning sent
Auto Power-Off
9.6V
Trap enters hibernation to protect battery
Reset Threshold
11.0V
Battery must reach this level to clear low-battery flags
Temperature Alert Settings
Temperature Alerts
On/Off
On
Enables alerts when temperature exceeds thresholds.
High Temperature Limit
Configurable
45°C (113°F)
Alert sent if internal temperature rises above this.
Low Temperature Limit
Configurable
-10°C (14°F)
Alert sent if internal temperature falls below this.
Temperature Alert Interval
0–48 hours
8 hours
Minimum time between temperature alerts. Set to 0 to disable repeat alerts.
GPS & Location Settings
Location (GPS)
On/Off
On
Enables periodic GPS location updates.
GPS Interval
Configurable
8 hours
How often the trap updates its GPS position. Longer intervals save battery.
GPS Behavior Details
First fix delay: 5-minute initial delay after boot before first GPS acquisition
Acquisition timeout: 3 minutes for first fix, 2 minutes for subsequent fixes
Fix requirements: Minimum 5 satellites, 3D fix required for valid position
Automatic updates: GPS automatically triggered on capture events
Accessory Port Settings
Accessory
On/Off
Off
Enables the 12V accessory port for external devices.
Accessory Timing
0–30,000ms
—
Duration the accessory port remains powered when activated.
The 12V accessory port can power external devices like dispensers, pumps, or other add-on hardware.
Capture Alert Settings
Capture Alerts Interval
0–48 hours
8 hours
Minimum time between capture alert notifications. Prevents repeated alerts for same capture.
Hardware & Feedback Settings
User Beeps
On/Off
On
Audible beeps for button presses, state changes, and feedback.
Enhanced Door Closing
On/Off
Off
Performs additional open/close cycle to ensure door is fully locked.
Units
Metric/Imperial
Imperial
Display units for distance and temperature throughout the app.
Image Cropping Settings
These settings remove portions of the image before processing. Values are percentages of the image dimension.
Left Crop
0–50%
0%
Removes left portion of image
Right Crop
0–50%
0%
Removes right portion of image
Top Crop
0–50%
0%
Removes top portion of image
Bottom Crop
0–50%
0%
Removes bottom portion of image
Settings Locations
Settings are accessible in different locations:
App → Trap → Settings → More Settings
Most user settings
App → Trap → Settings → Advanced Settings
Temperature alerts, image cropping
App → Account
Notification preferences, units
Tips for Optimal Settings
For Maximum Battery Life
Set GPS Interval to 8+ hours
Use Camera Quality level 1–2
Set Camera Time Lapse to 6+ hours or disable
Reduce Maximum IR Brightness if images are overexposed
For Best Image Quality
Use Camera Quality level 4–6
Adjust Dark Lux Threshold based on your deployment (lower = earlier IR activation)
Fine-tune IR brightness settings for your environment
For Fastest Response
Keep GPS enabled for accurate location on captures
Enable Pre-Capture Alerts to see animals approaching
Use shorter Capture Alert Intervals if monitoring actively
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