Armasight TFT263BN0BHSXRP User Manual

BHS-Series Bi-Ocular

Thermal Night Vision Camera

Operator’s Manual

Document Number: 431-BHS0-00-10

Revision: 110

March 2012

BHS-Series Bi-Ocular Operator’s Manual

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information prior to returning a camera.

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93117.

Proper Disposal of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE)

The European Union (EU) has enacted Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE), which aims to
prevent EEE waste from arising; to encourage reuse, recycling, and
recovery of EEE waste; and to promote environmental responsibility.

In accordance with these regulations, all EEE products labeled with
the “crossed out wheeled bin” either on the product itself or in the

mixed with regular household or other commercial waste, or by other regular municipal
waste collection means. Instead, and in order to prevent possible harm to the
environment or human health, all EEE products (including any cables that came with the
product) should be responsibly discarded or recycled.

To identify a responsible disposal method where you live, please contact your local waste
collection or recycling service, your original place of purchase or product supplier, or the
responsible government authority in your area. Business users should contact their
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BHS-Series Bi-Ocular Operator’s Manual

Important Instructions and Notices to the User:

Modification of this device without the express authorization of FLIR Commercial
Systems, Inc. may void the user’s authority under FCC rules to operate this device.

Note 1: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna;

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver;

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that of the receiver;
and/or

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.

Note 2: This equipment was tested for compliance with the FCC limits for a Class B
digital device using a shielded cable for connecting the equipment to an analog video
output to a monitor and using a shielded USB cable for connecting the equipment to a
personal computer. When making such connection s, sh ie l de d c ab le s m us t b e u se d w it h
this equipment.

This Class B digital apparatus comp lies with Ca nadi an ICES-0 03.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Industry Canada Notice:

Avis d’Industrie Canada:

FLIR Commercial Systems, Inc.

70 Castilian Drive

Goleta, CA 93117

Phone: 888.747.FLIR (888.747.3547)

International: +1.805.964.9797

www.flir.com

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Table of Contents

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

BHS-Series Bi-Ocular Camera Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

BHS-Series Bi-Ocular Camera Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Lens Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Operating Your Camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Camera Features and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Installing the SD Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Installing the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Charging the Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

BHS-Series Bi-Ocular Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Buttons and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

SD Card Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Auto-Standby Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

The Hot Shoe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Bayonet Lens Mounting System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Installing Software Upgrades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

BHS-Series Bi-Ocular Camera Model Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Physical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Additional Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Field of View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Range Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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1Introduction

BHS-Series Bi-Ocular Camera

Image Intensified Camera

The BHS-Series Bi-Ocular handheld thermal imaging camera lets law
enforcement officers see clearly in total darkness, giving them the
information they need while making quick decisions, enhancing
mission effectiveness, maximizing operational capabilities, and
improving officer safety.

The Vanadium Oxide (VOx) microbolometer employed in the BHS­Series Bi-Ocular camera provides high-fidelity thermal imagery with
the detail necessary for cutting edge performance. You will see
improved detection and recognition ranges in total darkness, as well
as through smoke, dust, and light fog.

You can see better through camouflage and foliage in any lighting
conditions. You can see more—and see farther—than with other night
vision technologies because BHS-Series Bi-Ocular cameras see
clearly without any light whatsoever. You can see farther at night than
with technologies that need ambient light to work and you can see
heat sources that these other cameras could never find.

With a variety of lens options, on-board image, and video capture
capability all built in to the camera, BHS-Series Bi-Ocular cameras are
the most potent imaging package available today.

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1–1 BHS-Series Bi-Ocular Camera Features

• Micro bolometer
sensor for
excellent image
quality and clarity

• Quick Connect Hot
Shoe—Provides
convenient power
input and video
output.

• Choose from
interchangeable
35 mm, 65 mm, or
100 mm quick-disconnect lenses (purchased separately).

• Two-sided Hand Strap—Accommodates both left-handed and
right-handed users.

• SD Card Slot—Allows for storing captured still images and video
on the removable SD card.

• Software upgrades using SD card in the field.

• USB 2.0 Connection—Rapid transfer of still images and video files
from the camera to a PC.

• Four rechargeable AA NiMH batteries—Provides up to 5 hours of
camera operation on a single charge.

• Battery charging AC adapter is included.

• Rugged design—Built to withstand the demands of day-in, day-out
law enforcement operations.

• Hard Carrying Case—Provides protected storage for your BHS­Series Bi-Ocular camera, lenses, and all accessories.

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1–2 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.

Use only the supplied adapters to power or recharge the camera.

Be careful not to leave fingerprints on the camera’s optics.

Always keep the camera window covered. A lens or the lens cover
should always be installed on the camera to protect the window.

Caution!

Always keep the camera window covered. A lens or the lens cover
should always be installed on the camera to protect the window.

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QD100

QD65

QD35

2 Getting Started

The BHS-Series Bi-Ocular camera with accessories is shown packed
in its Hard Carrying Case. The available lenses are shown in “Lens
Options” on page 7. Refer to the packing list enclosed with your
camera shipment to determine the actual contents of your camera
package and lens or lenses you have purchased.

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Neck Lanyard

Hot Shoe

Video Output Cable

SD Card

AC Power Adaptor

USB Cable

Rechargeable

AA Batteries

Video Jack

2–1 BHS-Series Bi-Ocular Camera Accessories

In addition to the camera and Hard Carrying Case, Quick Start card,
Operator’s manual, and Documentation/Training CD or DVD; the
following items are included in the camera package:

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