Scout Thermal Night Vision Camera Operator’s Manual Document Number: 431-TS00-00-10 Revision: 110 June 2011
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Table of Contents Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Scout Camera Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Detection Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
— Scout Operator’s Manual iv June 2011
1 Introduction FLIR’s Scout handheld thermal imaging cameras give hikers, hunters, and outdoorsmen the ability to see clearly in total darkness, providing a wealth of valuable information during any nighttime excursion.
1—Introduction 1–1 • • • • • • • • • Scout Operator’s Manual Scout Camera Features Rugged design—Built to withstand the demands of outdoor use. It is fully submersible (IP67). 240×180 or 320×240 microbolometer sensor for excellent image quality and clarity Hot Shoe—Provides convenient power input and video output. Choose the 19 mm lens with 24° field of view or include a removable 2× optical extender. Or, for longer-range viewing a 65 mm lens with 7° field of view is available.
Scout Operator’s Manual 1–2 1—Introduction Detection Range 1 The illustration below shows the comparative range performance of the Scout camera with different lens configurations. The data is based on detecting a man 1.8 meters tall (and one-half meter wide). 19 mm Lens 19 mm Lens with 2× Extender 500 yd. (450 m) 863 yd. (790 m) 65 mm Lens 1586 yd. (1.45 km) 1. Actual range may vary depending on camera set-up, environmental conditions, and user experience.
1—Introduction 1–3 Scout Operator’s Manual Cautions Do not disassemble the camera enclosure. Disassembly can cause permanent damage and will void the warranty. Keep the compartment covers closed to avoid exposing the cameras electronics to water or debris. Do not point the camera directly at extremely high-intensity radiation sources, such as the sun, lasers, arc welders, etc. Only use the auxiliary power adapters provided with your Scout camera.
2 Getting Started The Scout cameras shown below are available with the features, options, and accessories described in this manual.
2—Getting Started 2–1 Scout Operator’s Manual Shipping Kits Refer to the packing list enclosed with your camera shipment to determine the actual contents of your camera package.
Scout Operator’s Manual • 2—Getting Started TS24 Pro, TS32 Pro, and TS32r Pro Cameras In addition to the camera, Quick Start card, and Documentation/ Training CD or DVD; the following items are included in the camera package: Neck Lanyard Carrying Pouch USB Cable Hot Shoe SD Card Rechargeable AA Batteries AC Power Adaptor Video Output Cable 431-TS00-00-10, Revision 110 7
2—Getting Started 2–2 Scout Operator’s Manual Options and Accessories 2× Optical Extender for 19 mm lens configurations: Note The 2× Optical Extender is not waterproof and should not be used in wet environments. The attachable 2× Optical Extender lens doubles the range of performance when needed, without sacrificing the situational awareness benefits of the wide field of view lens.
3 Operating Your Scout Camera 3–1 Camera Features and Controls Display Brightness White hot/ Black hot/ Instalert 2× zoom Capture Power Eyepiece Lens cap Adjustable diopter ±2 SD Card door Hot Shoe power contacts Hot Shoe/ Tripod mount Battery cover 431-TS00-00-10, Revision 110 9
3—Operating Your Scout Camera 3–2 Scout Operator’s Manual Installing the Batteries and SD Card The batteries must be installed and charged before using your camera. Also install your SD card at this time. 1. To aid in removal of the battery cover, remove the SD card door first. No tools are needed. Battery cover 2. Loosen the four captive screws securing the battery cover. 3. Remove the battery cover by grasping the front edge, this will be exposed when the SD card door is removed. 4.
Scout Operator’s Manual 3–3 3—Operating Your Scout Camera Charging the Camera The batteries in the camera must be fully charged prior to use. If not fully charged or if the recommended batteries are not installed, the battery status indicator may not accurately reflect the remaining battery life. Only use the auxiliary power adapter provided with your Scout camera. 1. Connect the Hot Shoe to your camera. 2. Rotate the attachment wheel in the clockwise direction until tight. 3.
3—Operating Your Scout Camera 3–4 Scout Operator’s Manual Scout Power Management Your Scout camera is equipped with a power management system that provides up to five hours of continuous operation and up to five days of standby time between battery charges. To make the best use of the camera and to assure it is always ready when you need it, it is important to understand the basic power states of the camera.
Scout Operator’s Manual 3—Operating Your Scout Camera Power States • • Three power states: Off, On, and Standby The initial power-on Bootup process between the Off state and the On state takes about 90 seconds (fast flashing red state LED). During the Bootup process, pressing the Power button again will turn the camera off. After the camera finishes its power-on Bootup process, it is in the On state (state LED is off).
3—Operating Your Scout Camera 3–5 Scout Operator’s Manual Buttons and Controls Power Button Changing between the Off, On, and Standby power states is controlled by the Power button. The table below describes how the camera moves between states. From State To State Method Off On Press the Power button for 1 second. (This will put the camera in power-on bootup for about 90 seconds before going to On.
Scout Operator’s Manual 3—Operating Your Scout Camera Capture Button—Pro models only Use this button to capture snapshots (in JPEG format) or video clips (in AVI format). The files are stored on the integrated SD card. AVI files are viewable via the FLIR Viewer Utility included on the H-Series resource CD. • • Momentarily pressing the button captures a single snapshot. Pressing and holding the capture button for three seconds puts the camera in video record state.
3—Operating Your Scout Camera Scout Operator’s Manual Still Frame Capture and Store—To capture and store a single still image of what is currently being shown in the display, momentarily press the Capture button. The thermal image will momentarily freeze and the following icons will appear in the display: The SD Card Memory Gauge indicates how much memory is left on the SD card. The camera icon with the green lens indicates that a single frame was successfully stored to the SD card.
Scout Operator’s Manual 3—Operating Your Scout Camera White Hot/Black Hot/Instalert™ Button Use this button to toggle between the two video and the four Instalert modes. In the default White Hot mode, hotter objects appear as white or light grey. In the Black Hot mode, hotter objects appear as black or dark grey. In the Instalert™ modes the hottest objects in the scene are highlighted in red to simplify detection of animals, people, and objects.
3—Operating Your Scout Camera Scout Operator’s Manual Display Brightness Button Use this button to cycle through the five levels of display brightness. Each press of the button advances to the next level of brightness. When the highest brightness level is reached, subsequent button presses advance to the next lower brightness levels. When the lowest brightness level is reached, subsequent button presses advance to the next higher brightness levels.
Scout Operator’s Manual 3–6 3—Operating Your Scout Camera Batteries Your Scout camera is equipped with a sophisticated power system that accommodates a wide variety of AA battery types. This includes rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries. The camera is optimized for operation with the 2700 mAh rechargeable NiMh batteries that were supplied with your camera. It is recommended that you use these batteries in all but emergency situations.
3—Operating Your Scout Camera 3–7 Scout Operator’s Manual SD Card Door The SD Card door is located on the bottom of the camera in front of the battery compartment. The SD card, the USB connector, and the AutoStandby Enable switch are located under the door. See “Auto-Standby SD Card door Operation” on page 22. Auto-Standby Enable switch SD Card Lanyard USB Note The Hot Shoe must be removed to access the SD Card door.
Scout Operator’s Manual 3—Operating Your Scout Camera SD Card Capacity and Type The TS24 Pro and TS32 Pro model cameras support storing images and video on standard 1-Gb and 2-Gb SD cards or up to 32-Gb on SDHC cards. If an SD card is inserted into a non-Pro model, the SD card will be ignored unless the camera software detects a valid upgrade file. In order to store images and video on the SD card, non-Pro model cameras must be upgraded to a Pro model camera: TS24 Pro, TS32 Pro, or TS32r Pro.
3—Operating Your Scout Camera 3–8 Scout Operator’s Manual Auto-Standby Operation Auto-Standby is a feature of the Scout cameras that helps to guard against draining the batteries prematurely by inadvertently leaving the camera on. Auto-Standby puts the camera into the Standby state if the following three conditions are met: • • • The camera is in the On state. The Auto-Standby switch (STBY) is set to ON. No buttons have been pressed for three minutes.
Scout Operator’s Manual 3–9 3—Operating Your Scout Camera The Hot Shoe Note The Hot Shoe is not waterproof and should not be used in wet environments. The Hot Shoe provides the connections to power the camera for continuous operation or charging the Power batteries; and for accessing the analog video output. The Hot Shoe attaches to the bottom of the camera and is secured via the tripod mount. The following steps are recommended for quick and easy attachment of the Hot Shoe. Video 1.
3—Operating Your Scout Camera Scout Operator’s Manual 3–10 Installing the Shuttered Eyepiece The shuttered eyepiece keeps light from coming out of the viewfinder display. Pressing your eye up against the eyepiece opens the shutter. The shutter closes automatically. The eyepiece fits into a groove around the display housing. Groove for eyepiece When pressing the eyepiece into position, ensure that the diopter lever is free to move.
Scout Operator’s Manual 3—Operating Your Scout Camera 3–11 Bayonet Lens Mounting System All TS24 and TS32 camera models are equipped with a robust bayonet mounting system to allow for field-interchangeable optics options. As shipped, the camera comes with a lens-cover assembly mounted on the bayonet mount. Operation of the Lens-cover Assembly The lens cover is a simple flip-to-open lens cover that provides protection for the camera lens when not in use.
3—Operating Your Scout Camera Scout Operator’s Manual 3–12 2× Extender (19 mm only) Note The 2× Optical Extender is not waterproof and should not be used in wet environments. The 2× Optical Extender is compatible with all Scout camera models and provides the user the ability to see farther and/or enhance the resolution of objects in the field of view. The 2× Optical Extender is mounted on the bayonet mount in front of the existing lens on the camera.
Scout Operator’s Manual 3—Operating Your Scout Camera 3–13 Installing Software Upgrades Software upgrades may become available during the life of your Scout camera. The upgrade process requires an SD card loaded with the upgrade file. After receiving the upgrade file from FLIR, load it onto your SD card. Caution! During a software installation, the camera must remain powered on.
3—Operating Your Scout Camera Scout Operator’s Manual 3–14 Checking Software Version To check the current installed version of software, place the camera in standby, then turn on the camera while looking in the upper right corner of the display for the software version number.
4 Technical Data 4–1 Scout Camera Model Features The Scout cameras are available with either NTSC or PAL video output format and two resolutions. The TS24 and TS24 Pro both have video resolution of 240 × 180 pixels, while the,TS32, TS32r, TS32 Pro, and TS32r Pro both have video resolution of 320 × 240 pixels.
4—Technical Data 4–2 Scout Operator’s Manual Power Battery Types 4 AA Batteries; NiMH or Alkaline Battery Life Operating (Stand-By) Approximately 5 Hours on NiMH batteries at 25°C, (120 hours on NiMH batteries) 4–3 Environmental TS24 and TS24 Pro TS32 and TS32 Pro TS32r and TS32r Pro Operational Temp. 32°F – 122°F (0°C – 50°C) -4°F – 140°F (-20°C – 60°C) -4°F – 140°F (-20°C – 60°C) Storage Temp.
Scout Operator’s Manual 4–5 4—Technical Data Lens Choice TS24, TS24 Pro, TS32, and TS32 Pro FOV 24° × 18° FOV (w/Optional 2× Extender) 12° × 9° TS32r, TS32r Pro FOV 4–6 7° × 5° Storage File Formats TS24 Pro TS32 Pro and TS32r Pro Still Image Storage, Format SD, SDHC card, JPEG; 240 × 180 resolution SD, SDHC card, JPEG; 320 × 240 resolution Video Storage, Format SD, SDHC card, 240 × 180 AVI SD, SDHC card, 320 × 240 AVI 431-TS00-00-10, Revision 110 31
4—Technical Data 4–7 Scout Operator’s Manual Range Detection 1 TS24, TS24 Pro Detect Man (1.8 m × 0.5 m) 350 yd. (320 m) Detect Vehicle (2.3 m × 2.3 m) 980 yd. (900 m) TS32, and TS32 Pro/with 2× Optical Extender Detect Man (1.8 m × 0.5 m) 500 yd. (450 m)/863 yd. (790 m) Detect Vehicle (2.3 m × 2.3 m) 1400 yd. (1.2 km)/1.3 mi. (2.15 km) TS32r, TS32r Pro Detect Man (1.8 m × 0.5 m) 1586 yd. (1.45 km) Detect Vehicle (2.3 m × 2.3 m) 4265 yd. (3.9 km) 1.
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