To produce clean, clear recordings, hold the pen as steady as possible during recording sessions.
Be sure that the camera lens (see illustration) remains unobstructed during the recording session.
It should not attract attention during a recording session.
Once recording begins the indicator light dims to a slow and steady blink.
The light will blink several times to indicate that recording is about to begin.
From READY MODE start recording by pressing the On/Off Button for 2‐3 seconds.
READY MODEmeans you can start taking videos/photos.
A SOLID GREEN indicator light will show the pen is on and in READY MODE.
Check the indicator light to ensure the pen has powered up properly.
(To power off, press On/Off Button for 6 seconds.)
Power up your pen by pressing the On/Off Button on the top of the pen (see illustration) for 2‐3 seconds.
(See “Recharging Your Cam Pen instructions, above.)
Recharge your pen as needed, usually takes approximately 15 minutes.
Your pen has a rechargeable lithium battery that can hold about 1.5 hours of recording time for both videos and photos.
Your SD card’s memory capacity (2GB ‐ 4GB ‐ 8GB ‐ 16GB) will determine how much data can be recorded while using the pen.
(This typically means the SD card is inserted improperly.)
The indicator light will blink red to indicate an SD card error.
Ensure the micro SD card is pushed in completely or it will not collect data from the recording session.
All recordings/photos are stored on the SD card.
Note: The Cam Pen will not work without the micro SD memory card.
About 1/8” of the SD card will show when it’s inserted correctly. You should feel solid resistance when the SD card is fully inserted into the pen.
Gently, but firmly, slide the micro SD card into your pen slot (see illustration).
Your pen’s indicator light will blink while recharging, but once fully charged, it will shift from a blinking light to a constant solid light.
Recharge your pen as needed - only takes approximately 15 minutes to recharge your pen.
A fully charged pen will have about 1.5 hours of recording time.
Disconnect the pen from your USB cable/port once the charge is complete.
Plug the USB cable into the pen’s camera USB port and plug the other end into your computer USB port (see illustration).
Charging Your Cam Pen (First time only, charge for 4 hours-thereafter, it’s usually a 15‐minute recharge) Do not force things with the spy pen, instead take gentle, yet firm measures when using your spy pen and it will perform wonderfully for years of fun!Ī. Your Sherlock Hones Cam Pen will last a LONG time with care and TLC!Ī little TLC goes a long way! The spy camera pen is a delicate instrument.
Do not “force” the USB Cable or SD Memory Card in/out of your pen.
Try not to drop it or allow water to get inside your pen.
Your new Cam Pen is a sensitive piece of equipment.
These instructions and tips will show you how easy it is to “master” your Sherlock Cam Pen. The Cam Pen is an innovative gadget that is perfect for kids (age 7+) and adults. It is also a fully functional ballpoint pen. This compact camera pen (Cam Pen/pen) produces high‐definition videos and high‐quality photos.