Hardware Features
What each part of the OcuTrap R1 does: cellular, camera, door motor, GPS, sensors, battery, accessory port, and the detection system.
Overview of the OcuTrap R1 hardware components and capabilities.
Connectivity
The OcuTrap connects via 4G LTE cellular networks, providing nationwide coverage without the need for Wi-Fi or local network setup. Simply power on and the trap connects automatically.
Camera
The integrated camera provides a clear view inside the trap with:
- Automatic night vision — IR LEDs activate in low-light conditions
- Adjustable image quality — Choose from 6 resolution sizes
- Image rotation — 0°, 90°, 180°, or 270° to match your trap orientation
- Timelapse photos — Periodic images while armed (configurable interval)
Door
The door is powered by a linear motor for fast, reliable operation:
- Close speed: Less than 0.5 seconds
- Open speed: Less than 1 second
- Remote control — Open, close, and lock via the app
- Manual control — Button sequence on the device; see Using the Buttons on the Trap
- Enhanced closing — Optional double-close sequence for secure locking
Location
Track your trap location using the integrated GPS module:
- Satellite positioning — Displays number of satellites connected
- Battery-optimized — Updates every 8 hours by default
- Map view — See trap location on Map or Satellite view in the app
- Automatic updates — GPS triggered on capture events
Sensors
OcuTrap includes multiple sensors for monitoring and capture detection:
| Sensor | Function |
|---|---|
| Distance Sensor | Detects when an animal enters the trap |
| Temperature & Humidity | Monitors internal conditions, sends alerts if thresholds exceeded |
| Ambient Light | Detects darkness to activate night vision automatically |
| Accelerometer | Detects tilt and movement of the trap |
Audio & Haptic Feedback
- Buzzer — Audible beeps for button feedback and status indication
- Vibration motor — Haptic feedback for certain operations
Battery
Rechargeable 12V lithium-ion battery for extended field deployment:
- 10,000 mAh (111 Wh) — Standard for new traps; ~40+ days runtime per charge
- 5,200 mAh (56 Wh) — Canadian shipments (~21 days runtime)
- Battery Type setting — Pick your pack in Settings → Battery Type; alert thresholds adjust automatically
- Low battery alerts — Notifications at 20% and 10% levels
- Auto-hibernation — Protects battery when voltage drops too low
Accessory Port
12V accessory port for powering external devices:
- Connect dispensers, pumps, or other add-on hardware
- Configurable activation duration (0–30 seconds)
- Enable/disable via app settings
Smart Detection
Advanced capture detection with false-trigger prevention:
- Dual-zone verification — Objects must pass through detection zone before triggering
- Rain/debris filtering — Rejects oscillating readings from environmental interference
- Consecutive reading requirement — Prevents single-reading false triggers
- Pre-capture alerts — Optional notification when animals approach
Construction
- Weather-resistant enclosure — Built for outdoor field deployment
- Dimensions: 10" wide × 12" tall. Cage length is 32" without the POD and with the door closed. The POD adds ~5"; with the door fully open, add
4" more (41" total length). See Technical Specifications for details. - Weight: 24 lbs (10.9 kg)
- Target animals: 5–25 lbs (cats, raccoons, opossums)
For detailed specifications, see Technical Specifications.