My camera was attacked by a bear--Why?
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Bears are inquisitive by nature (just like raccoon's). Especially this time of year when they start their feeding frenzy. Anything that looks like food or something that could contain food is going to get their curiosity up. You could raise the height of the camera and angle it and at least it will be out of their line of sight. They will still climb a tree to investigate but I have found that less interaction happens (with bears, racoon's, and squirrels) at a higher camera level. Just make sure you have the proper angle to capture the deer, etc. Hope this helps.
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he thought it was lunch... about the only thing these cameras are good for.
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I just got back from South Dakota where I dropped the camera onto the snowy ground from about 2-3 feet. I wiped off the snow but some of it melted on the camera and I was very worried. However, there were no problems. I carry the camera around in a pocket in my knapsack where it gets bounced around a lot---no problems so far.--Max Molinaro
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Well thanks a whole lot. I was having the same problem and was prepared to buy another camera since I have had mine for a few years and read how much it was going to cost to evaluate the problem. I smacked mine as well and it works. Will blow out with a can of air as well.
2165673
I thought my camera had a red light visible at night. Sometimes the animals are looking straight into the lens even though the camera is well hidden in a tree. I will double check and update tomorrow.
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These cameras are not vandal proof. If you mount them in a manner that is accessible by miscreants, they will be vulnerable and likely vandalized.
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All I know is that my Griffin Survivor case has a cover over the camera that is attached and you have to hold it (the flap) while you take your pics. I suppose i could cut it but then it would guarantee that I would catch it and it would come off and be lost as I wouldn't realize it at the time so i put up with holding it back when taking pics. Like the case alot otherwise.
850671
That second "stick", as you put it, should be spring loaded and depress when you put the camera on. It should not be an issue.
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My only experience with this occurred yesterday. The warning appeared while attempting to record. Immediately thereafter, the camera shut down. With my camera there seems to be little or no actual warning time. Carry the spare battery with you for such situations.
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We do not recommend any of our chargers to deter bears. When touching a fence, they may become angry and violent. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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No. Just to clarify. This isn't a real camera. It's meant to just look like a camera to scare away potential threats.
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Yes it will fit. I highly recommend the box! First as a deterrent to other "less honorable" people and second to protect your investment against game and Mother Nature. I've had both black and brown bears come up and lick/chew a little on the box but have not taken any damage to the camera itself. I've used them for the past four years and I only had to replace 1 box from damage! NO CAMERAS!
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Sorry I did not have that problem... Are you perhaps using cameras that are beyond the recommended weight?
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REMEMBER TO CHECK FOR HEATERS!!! if the camera doesn't have built in heaters they can lock up in extremely cold weather!!!!
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You have disengaged the Auto Focus on your camera? The pin motor might still be engaged. Pushing it could do significant damage to the lens and the camera.
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John, I am unsure of the early issues you speak of. This camera is new for 2013 and we have not had any complaints yet. Thanks for the question, X-Treme Wildlife
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Keep your gun and several mags in the bag with you... If your "quadriped" is a bear, you might be better off staying in the bag and staying quiet and still. The bear would likely ignore you after a few sniffs and snout pokes. Far better to let a bear get bored and wander off than to irritate it by shooting at it. Even if the bear decides to nip at you, the sleeping bag will offer some protection.
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thanks for the suggestion!! i dropped mine on a kitchen floor and thought it was broken for good! i tried doing what you did and i fixed it!! thanks so much! i thought i was gonna have to buy another camera!!