Caldwell Long Range Target Camera
- Thread starter Endyo
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Please report on image quality and reliability of connection at 1000 yards.
Ok initial impressions. Carrying case seems cheaply made but sturdy and well compartmented. The units measure 11" h x 3" w x 4" d. They aren't real heavy and each has a 1/4" x 20 mounting hole on the bottom. Each has an indicator light for power, wlan, and lan. This package seems very sturdy and compact. After charging both the transmitter and receiver units, btw it comes with two chargers so you can charge both simultaneously, I set it up on my patio.
Did I mention it has a night vision camera?
This is at about 20 feet in pitch dark.
Next week I will be able to test at distances of 300, 500, 600 and 1,000 yds and will post pics. The app is pretty straight forward. Until later,
-Darrell
Did I mention it has a night vision camera?
This is at about 20 feet in pitch dark.
Next week I will be able to test at distances of 300, 500, 600 and 1,000 yds and will post pics. The app is pretty straight forward. Until later,
-Darrell
Does the camera have a zoom feature?
At 1000yds, putting the gear near the target may make the lifespan shorter then desired
Jerry
At 1000yds, putting the gear near the target may make the lifespan shorter then desired
Jerry
Dusty Stevens
Shiner
Do they offer a downrange warranty that replaces it if somebody shoots it? That was a selling point for bullseye for me to buy
I wonder if a higher quality ip camera can be used. Does it connect to the supplied router via a "lan network cable"? Or is Caldwell using a proprietary cable?
CaptainMal
Silver $$ Contributor
Oh man I want one ... If it works.
Looks like a high end camera can be adapted! I also assume everything is running on 12v?
May have to purchase one to play with since my setup isn't as pretty and involves more hardware.
May have to purchase one to play with since my setup isn't as pretty and involves more hardware.
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if I had one I would set it up behind a IPSC AR500 steel plate,,
I must have lost track of this thread. Fotohunt has done a good job answering the above questions.
I got mine today. It took about 30 minutes to figure out. It's actually really simple and actual set up is less than 5 minutes.
I can verify it works perfectly at 1,000 yards. I had clear line of sight. Picture is great, adjustability is easy. You can check video in real time during the process.
The app is simple and straight forward. Not as nice as Bullseye's appears to be, but you can easily record video or snap a picture. If you're using the APP on your phone it saves directly to phone.
Warranty is 1 year on manufacturer defects. I imagine if you shoot it it's on you.
Appears to be a LAN cable as others have mentioned. There's an upgrade for an external battery pack. Battery life is quoted at 6 hours. Don't know about voltage.
No zoom feature on the camera. You presumably can zoom in on your device to get a close up of the target.
Good value buy. I was informed today that the first 400 units are the ones that shipped so it is a very new product. Fotohunt and myself got the first batch.
I got mine today. It took about 30 minutes to figure out. It's actually really simple and actual set up is less than 5 minutes.
I can verify it works perfectly at 1,000 yards. I had clear line of sight. Picture is great, adjustability is easy. You can check video in real time during the process.
The app is simple and straight forward. Not as nice as Bullseye's appears to be, but you can easily record video or snap a picture. If you're using the APP on your phone it saves directly to phone.
Warranty is 1 year on manufacturer defects. I imagine if you shoot it it's on you.
Appears to be a LAN cable as others have mentioned. There's an upgrade for an external battery pack. Battery life is quoted at 6 hours. Don't know about voltage.
No zoom feature on the camera. You presumably can zoom in on your device to get a close up of the target.
Good value buy. I was informed today that the first 400 units are the ones that shipped so it is a very new product. Fotohunt and myself got the first batch.
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Alexander-M
Gold $$ Contributor
Endyo,
How far from the target and at what angle did you set up the camera?
Thank you for posting!
Nando (Alex)
How far from the target and at what angle did you set up the camera?
Thank you for posting!
Nando (Alex)
The target is elevated from the pits. I had to put the camera on the hill in front of the target so it would be level and for a clear line of sight.
Distance to target. 6' in front of target and 3' to the right.
I just pointed the camera towards the target. I'd say roughly a 30deg angle.
Distance to target. 6' in front of target and 3' to the right.
I just pointed the camera towards the target. I'd say roughly a 30deg angle.
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Seems like 6 inches in front and 3 inches to the right of the target is really close.
Endyo,
What is the range of that target from your shooting position???
That is a very nice and clear picture and we want to know how far you are transmitting the signal so we can know what to expect. Thanks.
Side note: Might want to get you a sheet of plywood and pull that backer paper tight in case the wind kicks up
What is the range of that target from your shooting position???
That is a very nice and clear picture and we want to know how far you are transmitting the signal so we can know what to expect. Thanks.
Side note: Might want to get you a sheet of plywood and pull that backer paper tight in case the wind kicks up
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