Camera is still kaput

I hadn't checked the camera in some time. I got a break tonight so I thought I"d check it out. It had obviously shut itself off, not taking any pictures but running the batteries down. So I got fresh batteries and tried again tonight. I stood and waited for the camera to activate before putting it in place in the parlor aimed toward the parlor door and front entrance steps. It actually took a picture as I observed it. Maybe next time.