S®
VUE
Body-Worn
Video Camera / Recorder
Operator’s Manual
PROPRIETARY – COPYING AND REPRODUCING RESTRICTED
applied concepts, inc.
2609 Technology Drive
Plano, TX 75074
Phone (972) 398-3780
Fax (972) 398-3781
Toll Free Sales 1-800-STALKER
Toll Free Service 1-877-STALKER
www.stalkerradar.com
011-0121-00 Rev D
Dear Valued Stalker Customer:
Thank you for choosing the StalkerVUE Standalone Wearable Digital Camera.
We sincerely appreciate you purchasing the StalkerVUE and giving us the
opportunity to serve. You will find the StalkerVUE to be an invaluable tool in
recording and presenting digital video evidence. Moreover, we care about you,
our customer, and want you to be completely satisfied. Our success as a
company depends upon your satisfaction and experience with the StalkerVUE.
Applied Concepts, Inc. believes that the StalkerVUE offers more than superior
performance and versatility. StalkerVUE is backed 100% with reliable,
professional, and experienced sales and service support, ready to assist you.
Please do not hesitate to let us know if there is anything we may do to add to
your product satisfaction. Thanks again!
Sincerely,
Applied Concepts, Inc.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
THE STALKER VUE WEARABLE CAMERA ....................................................................................................................................... 2
Introduction to Your StalkerVUE .................................................................................................................................................................................. 2
How will you use your StalkerVUE? ............................................................................................................................................................................ 2
WHAT’S IN THE BOX? ........................................................................................................................................................................ 3
Contents and Unpacking Your StalkerVUE ................................................................................................................................................................. 3
COLOR DISPLAY ................................................................................................................................................................................ 4
LCD Panel Information ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 4
CONTROL PANELS ............................................................................................................................................................................. 5
Control Panel Features and Buttons ........................................................................................................................................................................... 5
FRONT AND BACK PANEL COMPONENTS ...................................................................................................................................... 6
LCD Panel ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Camera Panel .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
INSTALLING THE BATTERY ............................................................................................................................................................... 7
Remove Battery Cover ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 7
Insert battery ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 7
Replace Battery Cover ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 7
CHARGING THE BATTERIES ............................................................................................................................................................. 8
Charging the Camera .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 8
Charging the Remote Control ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
TURNING THE CAMERA ON AND OFF .............................................................................................................................................. 9
Powering On the Camera ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 9
Powering Down the Camera ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 9
TIME AND DATE ................................................................................................................................................................................ 10
Setting the Time and Date ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
USING THE IR FILTER AND IR ILLUMINATORS ............................................................................................................................. 11
Daylight Recording .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Night / Low-Light Recording ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
RECORDING VIDEO (VIDEO/AUDIO CAPTURE) ............................................................................................................................ 12
Selecting Video Record Resolution ........................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Start Recording .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Stop Recording .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
TAKING A SNAPSHOT (IMAGE CAPTURE) ..................................................................................................................................... 14
Taking Pictures .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
RECORDING AUDIO ONLY (AUDIO CAPTURE) .............................................................................................................................. 15
Recording Stand-Alone Audio ................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
PLAYING BACK VIDEOS, SNAPSHOTS, AND AUDIO FILES .......................................................................................................... 16
Playing Back Recorded Videos and Snapshots ........................................................................................................................................................ 16
Change the Volume Level During Video Playback .................................................................................................................................................... 18
Fast-forward or Fast-Reverse Playback Video .......................................................................................................................................................... 18
WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL ...................................................................................................................................................... 19
STALKERVUE TO REMOTE SYNC .................................................................................................................................................. 20
Synching the Remote to the StalkerVue .................................................................................................................................................................... 20
USING THE STALKER VUE WITH YOUR COMPUTER ................................................................................................................... 21
General Information and Requirements .................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Minimum Hardware Requirements ............................................................................................................................................................................ 21
The StalkerVUE Computer Connection ..................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Windows Operating Systems .................................................................................................................................................................................... 23
Apple/MAC Operating Systems ................................................................................................................................................................................. 23
Operating System Examples ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Troubleshooting Windows USB Connection Issues: ................................................................................................................................................. 26
Apple/MAC Operating Systems ................................................................................................................................................................................. 27
Troubleshooting Apple/MAC Connection Issues: ...................................................................................................................................................... 27
FILE STORAGE SPACE REQUIREMENTS ...................................................................................................................................... 28
Camera Flash Storage Table .................................................................................................................................................................................... 28
Network or PC Storage Requirements ...................................................................................................................................................................... 28
Sample Calculation @ 1024x768 Video .................................................................................................................................................................... 28
TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................................................................................................................... 29
WARRANTY COVERAGE .................................................................................................................................................................. 30
TECHNICAL INFORMATION ............................................................................................................................................................. 31
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THE STALKER VUE WEARABLE CAMERA
Introduction to your StalkerVUE
Video evidence is important to security and law enforcement agencies. Security cameras are utilized in
buildings, parking lots, highways and in homes. Until recently having a body wearable camera was not
practicable for many reasons. Disk storage, size, weight, battery life, picture quality and reliability are some of
the technical aspects that had to be worked out.
Today is the beginning of a new era of video evidence recording and storage. With the StalkerVUE you have a
unique body wearable camera with features not available on other products.
Built-in 8GB or optional 32GB flash drive.
Record live video/audio.
Take snapshots.
Record audio only feature.
Record in daylight in full color.
Record at night using the built-in IR LEDs and the sliding IR filter.
Wide angle lens allows more information to be recorded.
Play back Video/Audio, Snapshots, and Audio Only recordings using the built-in Color LCD.
Files can only be moved or deleted via your computer, eliminating inadvertent file deletion.
Set Date and Time to your local time zone using the built-in clock.
Date and Time stamp is overlaid onto the Video and Snapshots.
Wear on your shirt or mount on an optional window mount.*
Connect to any computer from Vista/XP to all OSX and Linux variations. No special hardware drivers
are required with across the board compatibility for all modern operating systems.
* See your Sales Representative for the latest options and accessories.
With the excellent video and audio quality you will be able to use this device for applications in security and
law enforcement. In addition, training of officers and security agents is greatly enhanced by using the
StalkerVUE during training sessions.
How will you use your StalkerVUE?
Building Security Personnel Training Body Wearable Busses and Trains
Law Enforcement In-car Video Monitor Insurance Investigators Self-assessment
Evidence Gathering Park Surveillance Accident Investigation Equipment surveillance
Court Cases Night Work with IR Officer Training
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WHAT’S IN THE BOX?
Contents and Unpacking Your StalkerVUE
When you open your StalkerVUE package make sure that it contains the six items shown below:
Wearable Camera Wireless Remote Control Camera Battery
AC Charger Adapter USB Docking Cable CDROM with user manual
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COLOR DISPLAY
LCD Panel Information
* Record Time: Shows the actual time in minutes for each contiguous file recorded. The recording time for each
file is determined by the resolution setting.
For example, if the recording resolution is set for 640x480, each file will be up to ~20 minutes in time.
If you record continuously for one hour, you would have a total of three files approx 20 minutes each.
Each file will have a Date/Time stamp identifying when that file was saved to the Flash Disk.
At 1024x768, the maximum record time per file would be approximately 10 minutes each. If you record
for one hour, there would be 6 files saved to the flash
In essence, this is a function of the MPEG-4 recording codec that is used in throughout the media
industry.
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Remaining Memory
Storage Status
Battery Level
Status
Recording
Resolution
Date and Time Stamp
Year / Month / Date Hours : Minutes : Seconds
Current Time Live Video Image
Camera and
Blinking Dot When
Video Recording
Record Time *
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CONTROL PANELS
Control Panel Features and Buttons
Button 3
Cursor Up OR
Event Playback Menu
Button 2
Photo Capture OR
OK/Select
Button 1
Power OR
Video Capture
Button 4
Cursor Down OR
Time Date Setting
Resolution Select Menu
Right Side Buttons
Button 5
IR Emitter LEDs
On / Off
Microphone
Not used
Left Side Buttons
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FRONT AND BACK PANEL COMPONENTS
LCD Panel
Camera Panel
Speaker360°RotatableClip
ColorLCDMonitor
andUserInterface
USBCover
CameraandDay/Night
Filter
BatteryCover
InfraredLEDsfor
nighttimeimaging
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INSTALLING THE BATTERY
The first step to preparing your StalkerVUE for use is to install the battery. The battery is located underneath
the front cover of the StalkerVUE.
Remove Battery Cover
Place one or both thumbs underneath the IR emitters and apply gentle downward pressure while sliding the
cover downward to remove the cover.
Insert battery
Insert the battery as shown below and ensure that the connectors on the battery match the connectors in the
battery compartment.
TIP: The two notches on the battery slide under the catches in the battery compartment.
Replace Battery Cover
Replace the cover and gently slide it back into place keeping it aligned in the track on the case.
TIP: Charge the battery before using the camera for the first time. See “Charging the Battery” on the next page.
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USB Port
USB Port
CHARGING THE BATTERIES
Before use, the batteries in the camera and remote control must be fully charged.
Charging the Camera
The StalkerVUE battery is charged while in the unit like a cell phone and takes 4 to 5 hours to complete a full
charge the first time. The camera battery can be charged two ways:
1. Use the USB cable to connect to the camera, connect the USB connector into the 110v USB wall adapter.
a. Use this method for initial charging.
2. Alternatively, use the USB cable to connect to the camera and to a computer's USB port. The computer
must be powered on in order to charge the unit.
TIP: Use the AC wall charger unless there is no AC Power available. This will ensure that the StalkerVUE will
get fully charged and independent on whether a computer is powered on or off.
The indicator light will change from slowly flashing red, to a steady red when fully charged.
Step 1- Locate the USB port on the bottom of the camera.
Step 2 - The USB port is protected by a waterproof cover. Pull it back and rotate to expose the USB receptacle.
The cover opens from the side imprinted with “RESET”. If needed, use a small pin knife or a paperclip and pop
it open from the far side, but not from the middle of the flap. Do not try to remove the cover completely.
Step 3 - Insert the USB mini-connector into the StalkerVUE's USB port and the standard USB connector into
the AC adapter.
Charging the Remote Control
The wireless remote control is charged in the same way the camera battery is charged:
Using the USB cable to connect to the remote control, connect the USB connector into the 110v USB
wall adapter.
The indicator light will show blue while charging and go out when it is fully charged.
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Button 1
TURNING THE CAMERA ON AND OFF
Powering On the Camera
To power the camera ON, press the Power button (Button 1.)
The unit will acknowledge with 1 beep while powering on.
The LCD screen will display:
Powering Down the Camera
To power down the StalkerVUE, press and hold the Power button (Button 1) until you hear 3 beeps and
then release.
The LCD screen will display the following message just before the
screen goes blank:
Live Video Image
Powering On
Powering Down
Police Camera RecordPolice Camera Record
Power OffPower Off
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Resolution
System
Date Time Setting
Resolution
System
Date Time Setting
Button 1
Button 4
Button 2
Button 3
TIME AND DATE
Setting the Time and Date
1. Press the Power button (Button 1) to power on the StalkerVUE.
2. Press the Time/Date Menu button (Button 4) to open to the Date Time Setting menu screen.
3. Press Down Arrow button, if needed, to select Date/Time setting
4. Press Button 2 to activate the Date Time settings program.
5. Press Button 3 or 4 to change the Year.
6. Press Button 2 to select the month setting.
7. Press Button 3 or 4 to change the month.
8. Press Button 2 to select the date change.
9. Press Button 3 or 4 to change the date.
10. Press Button 2 to select the hour change.
11. Press Button 3 or 4 to change the hour (time is in 24-hour format (e.g. 3pm = 1500).
12. Press Button 2 to select the minutes change.
13. Press Button 3 or 4 to change the minutes.
14. Press Button 2 for two seconds or until the screen returns to the Date Time Setting – Resolution
selection screen.
TIP: If you remove the battery or the battery is discharged the StalkerVUE will retain its Date Time settings
two days or longer. If this has been the case, you should check and verify the date and time settings before
using the recorder.
Setting:
Date Time
Select
2011 / 12 / 16 09:34
OK
Setting:
Date Time
Select
2011 / 12 / 16 09:34
OK
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USING THE IR FILTER AND IR ILLUMINATORS
Daylight Recording
When recording in daylight or brightly lit environments, position the infrared filter over the lens. The
StalkerVUE automatically adapts to the intensity of lighting.
When working in sunlight and artificially lit areas (such as buildings, street lights, etc.) be sure to keep
the IR filter in front of the camera lens.*
If you can clearly see the image on the LCD, there is no need to move the IR filter or use the IR
Illuminators.
* It is important to keep the IR filter in the daylight position in order to keep bright surfaces, sunlight,
etc from washing out the images.
Night / Low-Light Recording
When recording in nighttime or low light environments, position the infrared filter to the side of the lens, The
StalkerVUE automatically adapts to the intensity of lighting.
The Six Infrared LEDs can also be activated for additional IR illumination.
With the IR Filter moved to the side as shown below, press Button 5 to turn on the IR LEDs.
IR Filter Lens moved to the left
IR LEDs can be turned on for additional nighttime lighting.
TIP: Be sure to turn off the IR LEDs when not needed to extend the battery life.
Button 5
IR Emitter LEDs
On / Off Button
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Button 4
Button 1
System
Date Time Setting
Resolution
System
Date Time Setting
Resolution
RECORDING VIDEO (VIDEO/AUDIO CAPTURE)
Selecting Video Record Resolution
The StalkerVUE includes four video file storage settings from VGA to 1M.
Each higher setting increases the file storage size and uses a greater amount of space.
Use the lowest two settings to achieve maximum storage.
After setting resolution to the desired setting, the camera retains the last selection.
TIP: You will only need to enter the resolution menu if you want to change to another setting.
Resolution Settings
The following files sizes are available:
640x480 @ 1.44 GB/Hour (VGA)
720x480 @ 1.56 GB/Hour (D1-Mode 1)
720x576 @ 1.62 GB/Hour (D1-Mode 2)
1024x768 @ 2.70 GB/Hour (1M)
TIP: Actual recorded file size will vary according to scene content, scene movement, scene detail and sounds
during recording.
IMPORTANT: Video storage requirements could be significant either on your local computer or on your
network drives. See RESOLUTION VS STORAGE Table in the back of this manual to help determine
minimum storage drive space needed for your company or department.
Select Video Resolution
Press Power (Button 1) to power on the StalkerVUE.
Press Button 4 to change to the Date Time Setting – Resolution
selection screen.
Press Button 4, if needed, to select Resolution.
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Button 4
Button 3
Button 2
Press Button 2 to activate the Resolution settings program.
Press Button 3 or Button 4 to the desired resolution setting.
Press Button 2 to select the desired resolution setting.
The camera is now ready to record at the new resolution setting.
TIP: To verify the setting, follow the same steps as above. You can either change the
setting and press Button 2 or leave the setting as is and press Button 1 to exit the
Resolution menu.
Start Recording
To begin recording video, press and release Button 1.
The StalkerVUE will acknowledge with a single beep and begin recording.
The LCD screen will show the live view of what is being recorded.
When recording, a camera icon and a blinking dot will show on the upper left-hand side of the display.
Stop Recording
To stop recording video, press and release Button 1.
The StalkerVUE will acknowledge with two beeps and stop recording.
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Resolution
1024X768
720X480
640X480
720X756
Resolution
1024X768
720X480
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Button 2
Button 1
TAKING A SNAPSHOT (IMAGE CAPTURE)
Taking Pictures
The StalkerVUE takes snapshots with a click of the button.
Press Button 1 to power on the StalkerVUE.
Look at the LCD to determine the object or area you want to take a snapshot of.
Press Button 2 to take the snapshot.
You will hear a “camera click” sound letting you know the picture was
successfully taken.
o A small camera icon will also be seen momentarily.
File Size vs Resolution
The following file size will be stored on the flash drive:
3392x2544 Pixels @ ~800 MB file size per image.
TIP: Actual file size will vary according to scene content and scene detail at the time the snapshot is taken.
IMPORTANT: Photo storage requirements could be significant either on your local computer or on your
network drives. See the RESOLUTION VS STORAGE Table in the back of this manual to help determine
minimum storage drive space needed for your company or department.
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Button 2
Button 1
RECORDING AUDIO ONLY (AUDIO CAPTURE)
Recording Stand-Alone Audio
The StalkerVUE takes snapshots with a click of the button.
Press Button 1 to power on the StalkerVUE.
Press and hold Button 2 to activate audio recording and release after the
“Audio Record” screen is showing.
Press Button 2 to end audio recording.
File Size vs Resolution
The following file size will be stored on the flash drive:
@ 21,666 bits/second or 1.3MB/minute of audio recorded.
TIP: Actual file size will vary according to audio content.
IMPORTANT: Audio storage requirements could be significant either on your local computer or on your
network drives. See the RESOLUTION VS STORAGE Table in the back of this manual to help determine
minimum storage drive space needed for your company or department.
Recorded Time
Audio Record
Select OK
Start Record
Stop Record
00:00:00
Recorded Time
Audio Record
Select OK
Start Record
Stop Record
00:00:00
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Button 4
Button 3
Button 2
Button 1
PLAYING BACK VIDEOS, SNAPSHOTS, AND AUDIO FILES
Playing Back Recorded Videos and Snapshots
The StalkerVUE provides a method to review video and photos taken with the camera.
For security, you cannot delete or move files via the StalkerVUE. You must use a
computer to copy, move and/or delete files from the StalkerVUE.
Power the StalkerVUE on with Button 1.
Press Button 3 to access the Event Playback menu.
Press Button 3 or Button 4 to position the curser on one of the three playback
selections as shown above.
Press Button 2 to select the highlighted playback event you want to review.
In the Video window you will see the dates of all of the files that you have recorded on the StalkerVUE
(below.)
TIP: This is the year/month/date that the videos are recorded on. Each day a new dated folder will be created to
hold the videos that you record on that day. This makes for a quick way to locate particular files.
Photo Files
Event Playback
Record Files
Audio Files
Photo Files
Event Playback
Record Files
Audio Files
Video 1/ 3 Select OK
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20111219
20111219
Video 1/ 3 Select OK
20111219
20111219
20111219
Video
1/ 3 Select OK
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20111219
20111219
Video
1/ 3 Select OK
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Button 4
Button 3
Button 2
Button 1
Playing back files (Continued)
Press Button 3 or Button 4 to move to different dates.
Press Button 2 to select.
You will now see the actual files recorded on the date selected.
Press Button 3 or Button 4 to locate the desired file.
TIP: The Video files are saved as: Year/Month/Day – Hours/Minutes/Seconds
The Photo/Snapshots are saved as: Hour/Minutes/Seconds
Press Button 2 to play back the file.
Each file will play in succession until the last file is played or press Button 1 to stop playing.
Starting Playback Playing Video
To exit the file playback mode, press Button 1 to return to the main screen.
TIP: Any video, photo, and audio file can be played back as described above.
In addition, you can change the audio volume or scan forward and back while playing a video file.
Video
1/ 6 Select OK
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Video
1/ 6 Select OK
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20111219 - 112102
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20111219 - 124802
20111219 - 131246
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Button 4
Button 3
Button 2
Change the Volume Level During Video Playback
Quickly press and release Button 3 to decrease volume (the green bar in the video
will shrink.)
Quickly press and release Button 4 to increase the volume (the green bar in the
video will grow.)
TIP: Do not hold the buttons down as this will switch to the fast-forward or fast-reverse
play modes. You will need to press and release for each step of volume level you want to
change up or down.
Fast-forward or Fast-Reverse Playback Video
Press and hold Button 4 to fast forward the video.
Press and hold Button 3 to fast-reverse the video.
Press Button 2 to resume normal play mode.
TIP: Each time you press and hold these buttons, the fast-forward or fast-reverse rate will change as
follows:
2X to 4X to 8X to 20X and back to 1X (normal play mode)
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