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Are there any that are true black flash, what pic quality and flash range look like. I have a Reveal X and hate how it alerts deer.
Thanks
 
New reveal Xbox and sk are black flash.

They definitely notice the red flash first few times.
 
Many specific models from various brands are true invisible black flash.

Black flash is the only way to go over scrapes, and imo, anywhere in the woods.

If you're stuck with some "red" flash cams (most are),
you can minimize the game spooking aspect of them
by setting the flash as "low" as it will go.

IMO, the best overall value going now in true black flash cell cams
is the Ridgetec Lookout
www.trailcampro.com

Ridgetec Lookout 4G LTE (Cellular)

This Ridgetec Lookout 4G LTE trail camera comes with a modem that supports both Verizon and AT&T networks. Order this cellular camera from Trailcampro.
www.trailcampro.com www.trailcampro.com

This particular cam is the most feature-rich in my arsenal,
and, surprisingly, has the lowest cost ongoing monthly user fees, i.e. less than Browning & Tactacam.

Also, don't be fooled by megapixel ratings,
as most brands are "interpolating" a 3 to 6 mp image,
then calling it an 18 to 24 mp image.
 
TheLBLman said:
Many specific models from various brands are true invisible black flash.

Black flash is the only way to go over scrapes, and imo, anywhere in the woods.

If you're stuck with some "red" flash cams (most are),
you can minimize the game spooking aspect of them
by setting the flash as "low" as it will go.

IMO, the best overall value going now in true black flash cell cams
is the Ridgetec Lookout
www.trailcampro.com

Ridgetec Lookout 4G LTE (Cellular)

This Ridgetec Lookout 4G LTE trail camera comes with a modem that supports both Verizon and AT&T networks. Order this cellular camera from Trailcampro.
www.trailcampro.com www.trailcampro.com

This particular cam is the most feature-rich in my arsenal,
and, surprisingly, has the lowest cost ongoing monthly user fees, i.e. less than Browning & Tactacam.

Also, don't be fooled by megapixel ratings,
as most brands are "interpolating" a 3 to 6 mp image,
then calling it an 18 to 24 mp image.
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Can you plug a solar charger into it and will it only run on the solar during day?
 
U can.
www.trailcampro.com

Ridgetec Solar Power Pack Kit

This Ridgetec Solar Power Pack includes a battery box with a solar controller, a solar panel, and a mounting bracket. Find it online at Trailcampro today.
www.trailcampro.com www.trailcampro.com

I'm not using a solar charger myself, and see little need so long as it's not inconvenient to replace batteries @ every 4 to 6 months.
 
Every different brand of trail cam will have some variances in how their software works, as well as the setup process for getting connected to their cell server. Some brands/models have more features, more abilities to do certain things, while others are more limited in what they can do.

IMO, it's not that any of them are that much more "difficult" or "easier" than others,
but more a case of each having differences, and just how familiar you've become to using them.

Apparently, there are some high tech people in R&D who "think" a particular way is easier (for them), yet to most low-tech users, may be counter-intuitive and actually more difficult to figure out.

I have come to overall like the Browning website & software best,
probably because it's what I've used the most with the most cams.
And have had no problems in setting up a new cell cam.

When I attempted to set up the 1st Ridgetec,
took me a while, but 2nd was a piece of cake.
Now that I've used the Ridgetec software a while,
am appreciating its different & more advanced features more & more.

Best thing we low-tech users have going for us is
competition between the various brands
vying for our business & repeat business.

It is truly amazing what we have now available in both cell & non-cell cams.
 
TheLBLman said:
Best thing we low-tech users have going for us is
competition between the various brands
vying for our business & repeat business.

It is truly amazing what we have now available in both cell & non-cell cams.
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That is a fact! How far we've come in 20 years.
 
jetwrnch said:
I've had some better luck when the cams were placed higher in the tree and facing more down. Don't seem to spook as much.
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For red-glow or low-glow cameras, that is absolutely true. Put them high, angling somewhat downward, and deer don't see or react to them as much.
 
Does anyone beside me ever use the old style rubber "door stoppers" behind trail cams to help set downward angles? These are great for that because (1) they are usually made from a very soft rubber, (2) are usually a subdued color (brown, black, od green), (3) are normally very quiet, (4) can conform somewhat to odd shapes, and (5) are usually very inexpensive. They are certainly much cheaper than the wedges offered by some of the trail cam manufacturers for the same purpose.
 
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utvolsfan77 said:
Does anyone beside me ever use the old style rubber "door stoppers" behind trail cams to help set downward angles? These are great for that because (1) they are usually made from a very soft rubber, (2) are usually a subdued color (brown, black od green), (3) are normally very quiet, (4) can conform somewhat to odd shapes, and (5) are usually very inexpensive. They are certainly much cheaper than the wedges offered by some of the trail cam manufacturers for the same purpose.
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After screwing around with sticks and rocks and just about everything else jammed behind cameras, I got smart and have been slowly adding these to my camera inventory. They work fantastic. More expensive than a doorstop, but they will last forever. I now have one for every camera.

www.trailcampro.com

Slate River Stealth Game Camera Mount

The Slate River Stealth EZ-Aim game camera mount is simple and easy to use. Mount your camera in seconds to a tree & take the perfect angled wildlife shot.
www.trailcampro.com www.trailcampro.com
 
Bucket said:
Been making the DIY version for a few years - only a couple bucks in hardware!

https://www.deerassociation.com/build-diy-trail-camera-mount/
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I make a altered version of this. Instead of using a short bolt to connect the two eye bolts together, I use a machine threaded eye bolt with a wing nut. This allows me to hand tighten without having to have two wrenches. I also use lock washers and neoprene washers. A few cents more but unless I lose them or they get stolen, I should have them from here on.
 
BSK said:
. . . . but they will last forever.

www.trailcampro.com

Slate River Stealth Game Camera Mount

The Slate River Stealth EZ-Aim game camera mount is simple and easy to use. Mount your camera in seconds to a tree & take the perfect angled wildlife shot.
www.trailcampro.com www.trailcampro.com
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I also love these mounts, but they will not last forever.
Squirrels will sometimes chew them, and looks like plastic is prone to getting brittle with age.
I just broke one right off in my hand.

They should last at least 3 years.
 
Wow, I've had no problems with mine. Other than tightening down the big ball-mount screw too tight!
 

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