Installing a Semios Camera Trap
Steps:
Install in HUB from planned node, or drop a new node.
Insert batteries (or use a magnet to reset the trap).
Install lure and liner in trap.
Attach a hook.
Hang in the desired location.
Take a confirmation image in HUB and finalize installation.
Installing a Device from a Planned Node
Navigate to the planned node you wish to install in Hub. Click on the node, then click "Install."
Confirm the device location. You may drag the pin if necessary, and then click "Confirm," and then click "Activate Trap" in the next window.
Enter the Node ID
The node ID can be entered in three different ways: By scanning the trap's NFC tag, scanning the QR code, or entering the ID manually.
Scan Node will activate your phone's NFC function. Click "Scan NFC," then hold the back of the phone close to the side of the trap with the NFC icon. The phone will read the NFC tag and enter it into the Node Identifier field.
Scan QR Code will open your phone's camera. Point the camera at this QR code and it will read the node ID.
Manual entry can be used if preferred or if one of the other methods is not available.
Click Submit when finished, and then Configure Trap on the next screen.
Configure the Pest and Lure
Double-check that the pest and lure types are correct, and press Configure in the bottom corner. The camera orientation will be set automatically for the pest type.
When finished, press Review on the next screen.
Insert Batteries or Magnet Reset the Trap
Insert the batteries into the sliding tray, then close it and hand-tighten the thumbscrew. Be sure that the door is pushed all the way closed.
If batteries are already installed, use a strong magnet to magnetically reset the device by swiping the magnet over the magnet icon on the trap. The trap will boot and begin connecting to cell towers.
While waiting for service and connection confirmation, finish preparing the trap by installing the lure and liner.
Fold the edges of the liner tray up and close the coroplast doors, attach a tree hook through the center mounting hole, and hang the trap in the desired location.
Take a Picture and Finalize the Installation
In the Review screen, Press Use Camera to take a picture of the installation for the record, then press Finish. Hub will start uploading the data to the server. When it is complete, the message at the top of the screen will read, "Offline synchronization completed."
The map icon will turn yellow, indicating the trap is installed and awaiting its first report. The icon should turn green within 10-15 minutes if it was recently reset with a magnet or new batteries. (Note that by default, traps connect every 3 hrs. If the trap has not been reset recently, it may take up to 3hrs before its next report.)
Dropping a New Node (without a planned node)
Dropping a node without a previously-planned node is a similar process, but you will also be also be prompted to select the property, enter a name for the trap, and select the pest and lure type.
Click on the Semios menu icon in the top left corner to open the sidebar.
Make sure Equipment Status is checked, then scroll down and click on "Install New Equipment."
Drag the location pin to the desired location and click "Confirm."
Click "Activate Equipment."
Select the property the equipment will be installed on from the dropdown list.
Enter a name for this device, for example, "Block 22 Camera Trap."
Scan the node with either the QR scanner or NFC tag.
Click on "Configure Trap," then select the target pest and lure types. Click "Configure" in the bottom right when done.
Click "Review."
Cellular Camera Trap Boot Sequence LED Status Indicator
The trap will beep once when it powers on, and the status LED and buzzer will flash and beep according to the following table:
Blue flashing - Booting and looking for service.
Green flashing - Good cell signal, hang with confidence.
Yellow flashing - Poor cell signal, wait for solid green LED to confirm successful image transmission.
Red flashing - Bad or no cell signal, trap image success unlikely. Look for a better location and retry.
White camera LEDs flash - Trap is taking test image.
Green solid - Trap is connected and image sent successfully.
3 quick beeps, LED turns off - Trap connection sequence complete.
16 quick beeps, LED flashing red - No cell service or critical trap error.
Setting Lures and Liners
There are a wide variety of lure types on the market. The images above show how some lure types can be installed on liner cards or hung on the trap door, but are included for reference only.
Please follow the manufacturer's recommendation for placement of lures.
Hanging a Nutmeal Lure
Nutmeal lures can be hung on the inside of trap doors using a short length of wire, as pictured. In this position they are out of view of the camera, but still receive adequate airflow to attract pests. Feed the wire through the small holes in the door and through the sides of the mesh bag, then twist the wire over on itself to secure the lure.
Inserting a Liner
Peel the cover paper off the liner and place the liner in the tray with the sticky side facing up. In windy areas, it can be beneficial to secure the liner to the base of the trap with a pushpin. Close the coroplast doors after installing the lure and liner.
Installation Tips
Hanging with a Pole
Trap hooks are designed to fit in the end of a hollow pole for ease of hanging in trees. Insert the long part of the hook into the pole, then hang in the desired location.
Hanging on Trellis Wire
To prevent sliding on trellis wire, a trellis adapter clip can be used. Thread the end of the hook through the holes and slide the clip into place on the hook. Bend the top of the clip up and hang on the trellis wire as pictured.
Trap Placement
Placement guidelines will vary depending on the crop and pest being targeted.
Please refer to your regional IPM guidelines for recommended placement of traps.