Tips and Tricks

Powering Off the Trap

When you're not using the trap, it's important to power it down properly. To do this, hold the power button until the device powers off. This ensures a clean disconnection from the network and helps protect the electronics for future use. Proper shutdown also prevents unnecessary drain on the battery and extends the trap's overall lifespan.

Animal Sensor

Testing the trap

This video shows how your OcuTrap works once it’s set up and ready to catch animals.

1. Arming the Trap: Using the mobile app, you’ll place the trap into “armed” mode, which activates the sensor system.

2. How the Sensor Works: The sensor projects a 20-degree field of view from the center of the pod into the trap, constantly monitoring for movement.

3. Trigger and Detection: When an animal moves through this detection zone, the system waits a few seconds to confirm the reading. This helps avoid false triggers.

4. Trap Activation: Once confirmed, the door closes automatically to capture the animal.

Trigger Settings for OcuTrap R1

For optimal performance, position the trigger sensor 6-10 inches inside the cage to ensure the animal is fully inside before the door closes in armed mode.

Trigger Timing

• The timing cannot be adjusted at this time.

• The sensor must register a continuous presence for 2 seconds before the trap activates.

• Testing confirms that this timing reduces false triggers while ensuring the animal is fully enclosed before the door shuts.

Sensor-Based Triggering

Unlike traditional traps that use a mechanical trip pan, OcuTrap R1 utilizes a distance sensor to detect the animal’s position inside the trap. This method improves accuracy and minimizes unintended activations.