FLIR LS32, LS64 Operator's Manual

LS-Series

Operator’s Manual

Document Number: 431-LS00-00-10

Revision: 110

Aug 2012

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referenced herein are used for identification only and are the property of their respective owners.

This product is protected by patents, design patents, patents pending, or design patents pending.

If you have questions that are not covered in this manual, or need service, contact FLIR Commercial Systems,
Inc. customer support at 805.964.9797 for additional information prior to returning a camera.

This documentation is subject to change without notice.

Proper Disposal of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE)

TThe 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

rubbish bins, 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 supplier or refer to their purchase contract.

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.

Industry Canada Notice:

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Avis d’Industrie Canada:

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

bin” either on the product itself or in the product literature must not be disposed of in regular

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

LS-Series Camera Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Charging the Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

LS-Series Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Operating Your LS-Series Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Camera Features and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Control Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Auto Shutdown Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

LS-Series Model Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Physical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Field of View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Range Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Laser Emission Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

CLASS 3R LASER SAFETY STATEMENT

LASER LIGHT
AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE
CLASS 3R LASER PRODUCT
<5mW 635-660nm CW
EN/IEC 60825-1 2007

This laser device complies with International Standard EN/IEC 60825-1: Ed. 2, 2007-3, Class 3R Laser Product
and also complies with FDA performance standards for laser products except for deviations pursuant to Laser
Notice No. 50, dated June 24, 2007.

1. Emission of a parallel beam of visible light;

2. Maximum Power of <5mW CW, wavelength 635-660 nanometers;
DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE DEVICE.

Important Safety Instructions

•Read and follow all instructions

•Heed all warnings

• Only use the attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer

• All service must be provided by the manufacturer

• Use extreme caution when the laser pointer is on

• Do not point the beam toward anyone's eye or allow the beam to strike the eye from a
reflective surface

• Do not use the laser near explosive gases or in other potentially explosive areas

• Do not modify or remove the front end cap that encloses the camera lens and laser
assembly

• Do not operate the laser if the unit is defective or the cover or seal is damaged.

• Caution – use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

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Laser Safety Information

The LS-Series camera includes a built-in laser pointer. As with any laser pointer, it is important to
adhere to the following warnings and safety instructions to prevent injury. If the included instructions
are not followed, there is a potential hazard of eye exposure to laser radiation. A beam reflected off
mirror-like surfaces can act like a direct beam on the eye.

Never shine a laser pointer into a person’s eyes, or stare into the laser beam. Pointing a laser pointer
into a person’s eyes, or staring directly at the laser beam, can cause instant temporary vision
dysfunction such as flash blindness, disorientation or glare.

In some states and provinces, it is illegal to aim a laser pointer on a law enforcement officer or on any
other person. The purchaser/user is responsible for ensuring that his or her use of the laser pointer
conforms with all applicable federal, state or local laws.

This Laser Product is designated as Class 3R during all procedures of operation.

Laser Emission Parameters:

Wavelength 635-660nm

Laser Power for classification <5mW CW (3.5mW typical)

Beam Diameter <3mm at aperture

Divergence <1mrad

Tr a n s v e r s e B e a m M o d e T E M 0 0

Battery Safety Information

The LS-Series camera is a sealed unit with sensitive electronics and contains no user-serviceable
parts. Service or repair is to be performed only by the manufacturer. The camera unit must not be
opened or modified by the user or owner in any manner or for any reason.

The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if mistreated. Do not
disassemble the camera, store above 60°C, or incinerate. The battery is factory replaceable only;
return the camera to the manufacturer for battery replacement.

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Thermal Camera Image

Image Intensifier Image

1Introduction

The FLIR LS-Series thermal handheld camera gives law enforcement personnel the ability to 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 LS-Series camera provides a Vanadium Oxide (VOx) micro bolometer giving excellent, high-fidelity
thermal imagery with the detail necessary for cutting edge performance. You will detect and recognize
threats at improved distances, in total darkness, as well as through smoke, dust, and light fog.

Yo u c a n s e e b e t t e r t h r o u g h c a m o u f l a g e a n d f o l i a g e i n a n y l i g h t i n g c o n d i t i o n s . B e c a u s e L S - S e r i e s
cameras see heat, not light, they are not fooled by suspects wearing dark clothes or hiding in bushes.

You can see more—and see farther—than with other night vision technologies because LS-Series
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.

The LS-Series camera makes images from heat, not light, a task not possible for the naked eye or even
image intensified (I
at all. People, animals, and objects all make their own heat and their own contrast, and are clearly seen
by the LS-Series camera in even the most adverse conditions.

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) night vision devices, which means you can see clearly even without any visible light

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1–1 LS-Series Camera Features

1.0.1 Camera Features

•Rugged design—Built to withstand the demands of outdoor use.

• Advanced microbolometer sensor array with 320×240 resolution for excellent image
quality and clarity, or 640x480 resolution for superior image quality and clarity

•LS32: 19 mm lens with 17° field of view

•LS64: 35 mm lens with 18° field of view

• Palm-Sized Portability and Light Weight—Only 12 Ounces

• Embedded Laser Pointer

•USB Cable for battery charging

• Rechargeable Internal Li-Ion battery—Provides up to 5 hours of camera operation on a
single charge.

Caution!

Do not disassemble the camera enclosure. Disassembly can cause permanent damage
and will void the warranty.

Do not point the camera directly at extremely high-intensity radiation sources, such as
the sun, lasers, arc welders, etc.

Be careful not to leave fingerprints on the camera’s infrared optics. Clean only with low
pressure fresh water and a lens cloth.

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USB Cable

Wrist Strap

Soft Carrying Pouch

Lens Cover

USB Power Adapter

The following optional accessories are available for the LS-Series camera:

Mobile-Compatible Belt Holster

Floating Lanyard

Camera Carrying Pouch

2Getting Started

The LS-Series camera is available with the features, options, and accessories described in this manual.
Refer to the packing list enclosed with your camera shipment to determine the actual contents of your
camera package.

In addition to the camera, Quick Start Guide, and Documentation CD; the following items are included in
the camera package:

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Plug in USB Charger

Charging indicator orange

Charging indicator green

when charging

when fully charged

2–1 Charging the Camera

Caution!

To assure proper charging, LS-Series cameras should be turned OFF throughout the
charging cycle. Charging MUST only be done when the camera temperature is from 0 to
40°C (32 to 104°F), or battery damage may occur.

The camera battery should be fully charged prior to use. To charge
the camera, lift the cover from the USB port, plug in the USB cable
provided with the camera, and plug other cable end into a USB power
source.

•When charging correctly, the charging indicator will be lit orange.

•When fully charged, the charging indicator will light solid green.
The initial charge time is approximately 5 hours.

2–2 LS-Series Power Management

Your LS-Series camera is equipped with a power management system that provides up to five hours of
continuous operation. When left in the Off state the battery will hold a charge for up to two months. To
make the best use of the camera it is important to understand the basic power states of the camera.

•When the camera is turned on from the Off state, it takes about four seconds to become
operational. During the Bootup process, the FLIR splash screen is shown and then the software
version is displayed briefly. Pressing the Power button will toggle the camera between On and
Off.

• The camera shuts down after about five minutes if no buttons are pushed. Auto shutdown 30s,
is shown in the display, and after counting down for 30 seconds the camera will shutdown.

Camera

Stat e

Off

On

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The display is off and the Laser Pointer comes on when the
Brightness button is pressed.

The display is on. If the image appears blank, make sure the
lens cover is removed.

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Power

Zoom

White hot/

Display Brightness;

Black hot/

Eyepiece

USB/Charging

Laser On/Off

Adjustable
Diopter

Instalert

Plug

Laser Aperture

3Operating Your LS-Series Camera

3–1 Camera Features and Controls

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HighestLowest

Instalert™

Black hotWhite hot Instalert™ 1 – 4

3–2 Control Buttons

Power Button

Press and hold to turn the camera On or Off.

Display Brightness Button / Laser Pointer

When the camera is on, use this button to cycle through the five levels of display
brightness. Each quick 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 level. One of the following icons is displayed for
approximately 3 seconds after the button is pressed indicating the current brightness level:

When the camera is Off, press and hold this button to turn on the laser p ointer. If the camera is On,
press and hold to turn on the laser symbol in the viewfinder, followed by the laser pointer turning on
approximately1 second later. When the button is released, the laser pointer is turned off and the laser
symbol is removed from the display.

White Hot/Black Hot/Instalert™ Button

Use this button to toggle between the two video and the four Instalert color palettes. In
the default White Hot palette, hotter objects appear as white or light grey. In Black Hot,
hotter objects appear as black or dark grey. In the Instalert™ palettes the hottest
objects in the scene are highlighted in red to simplify detection of an imals, people, and
objects. There are four pre-set levels of Instalert that you can select based on the
specific scene being viewed. All of the Instalert palettes are based on the white hot palette.

While white hot is the most commonly used and visually intuitive
method of viewing thermal imagery; black hot can often enhance
contrast of certain objects or provide better visual perspective in some
conditions. When switching between palettes, the appropriate icon is
displayed for approximately 3 seconds.

Zoom Button

Use this button to switch the camera between no zoom (full resolution), 2x, and 4×
zoom (Note: 4x zoom available on LS64 models only). The central part of the image is
magnified twice its normal size when 2× is selected and four times it normal size when
4x is selected.

When zoom has been selected the appropriate icon is continuously shown in the
display:

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full charge

half charge

plugged in

battery low

Continuous E-zoom (LS64 models only)

When the zoom button is pressed momentarily (quick press), it behaves as described
above. On LS64 models, a Continuous E-zoom feature is enabled by pressing and
holding the zoom button (long press). Once the Continuous E-zoom mode is enabled,
the camera will zoom in gradually, until the button is released or until the 4X
magnification is reached.

When the button is pressed again, the camera will zoom out continuously until the button is released or
until the normal size (no magnification) is restored.

When Continuous E-zoom has been selected the E-zoom icon is continuously shown in the
display. The Continuous E-zoom mode can be disabled by pressing any of the other buttons.
When the Continuous E-zoom mode is disabled, the camera will stay at the last zoom setting
until the zoom button is used again.

Diopter Controls

The diopter adjustment lever allows you to adjust for optimum image sharpness in the eyepiece. When
the diopter adjustment lever is pointing straight away from the front of the camera, it is in the neutral
position.
Adjust the diopter setting for the sharpest image in the viewfinder.

3–3 Battery

Your LS-Series camera is equipped with a sophisticated power system using a rechargeable internal
Li-Ion battery.

Battery Status Indicator

While the camera is On, a battery status indicator is always shown in the
corner of the display image. This indicator provides an estimation of the
remaining battery charge.

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3–4 Auto Shutdown Operation

Auto Shutdown is a feature of the LS-Series camera that helps to guard against draining the battery
prematurely by inadvertently leaving the camera on. Auto Shutdown turns the camera off if the
following conditions are met:

• The camera is On

•No buttons have been pressed for about five minutes.

Once these conditions are met you will see the following message in the display: Auto shutdown 30s,
and after counting down for 30 seconds the camera will shutdown. Press any button during this
countdown to terminate Auto Shutdown and resume normal operation.

Note

Pressing any button during an Auto Shutdown countdown will only terminate the countdown
and abort the shutdown. The normal function of the button will not occur.

3–5 Maintenance

The LS-Series camera requires no maintenance, other than charging the batteries. If necessary, it is
possible to gently clean the lens with a soft lens cloth and water or isopropyl alcohol. Avoid scratching
the lens and/or leaving fingerprints on the optics.

No maintenance is needed or allowed on the laser pointer. If the laser pointer appears damaged, do not
operate the laser as exposure to laser emissions can occur. Immediately return the camera to FLIR for
repair.

3–6 Service

The LS-Series camera is a sealed unit with sensitive electronics and no user-serviceable parts.
Service or repair is to be performed only by the manufacturer. The camera unit must not be opened or
modified by the user or owner in any manner or for any reason.

The battery present in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if mistreated. Do not
disassemble the camera, store above 60°C, or incinerate.

The camera battery carries a 3 year warranty from the date of purchase. After expiration of the
warranty, it may be possible for FLIR to replace the batteries at the factory for a nominal fee. Contact
your FLIR dealer or distributor for information about battery replacement.

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4Technical Data

4–1 LS-Series Model Features

The LS-Series cameras are available with either NTSC video output format.

Camera

Model

LS32 LS-Series Handheld Thermal Camera with video resolution of

LS64

Included
with
all camera
models

320x240 pixels and 2

LS-Series Handheld Thermal Camera with video resolution of
640x480 pixels and 2

Lens Cover, USB Cable, USB Power Adapter, Wrist Strap, Quick
Sta rt Gui de, D ocu men tatio n C D, a nd Soft C arr yin g Pou ch

× digital electronic zoom.

× or 4x digital electronic zoom.

Feature

Start up fro m
stand-by

Thermal Sensitivity,
Waveband

Detector Type VOx Microbolometer

Resolution / Dis­play

Image Processing FLIR Proprietary Digital Detail Enhancement

Focus, Zoom Fixed focus; 2x electronic zoom (and 4x on LS64 models

Display Palettes White Hot, Black Hot, Instalert

<5 seconds

<50 mK @ f/1.0,

7.5 - 13.5 µm

320x240 pixels LS32, NTSC 60hz or 7,5 Refresh

640x480 pixels LS64, NTSC 30hz or 7,5 Refresh

only)

4–2 Power

Battery Types Internal Li-Ion

Battery Life Operating
(Stand-By)

Approximately 5 Hours at 25°C,
(120 hours)

4–3 Environmental

Camera Operational Temp. -4°F to 122°F (-20°C to 50°C)

Laser Operational Temp. 14°F to 122°F (-10°C to 50°C)

Sto rag e Tem p. -40°F to 140°F(-40°C to 60°C)

Ratings IP-67, 1 meter drop

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4–4 Physical

LS32, LS64

Weigh t 1 2 oz . (34 0 g) with b attery

Size (L

× W × H) 6.70” × 2.31” × 2.44”

(172

× 58.7 × 62 mm)

4–5 Field of View

LS32, LS64

Field of View (FoV)

4–6 Range Detection

Detect Man (1.8 m × 0.5 m)

LS32 570 yd. (521 m)

LS64 1140 yd. (1042 m)

PS24: 17°
LS64: 18° × 14°

1

× 13°

4–7 Laser Emission Parameters

Wavelength 635-660nm

Laser Power for classification <5mW CW (3.5mW typical)

Beam Diameter <3mm at aperture

Divergence <1mrad

Tr a n s v e r s e B e a m M o d e T E M 0 0

1. Actual range may vary depending on camera set-up, environmental conditions, and user
experience.

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USA
PH: + 1 805.964.9797
PH: + 1 877.773.3547 (Sales)
PH: + 1 888.747.3547 (Support)
FX: + 1 805.685.2711

www.flir.com

Corporate Headquarters
FLIR Systems, Inc.
27700 SW Parkway Ave.
Wilsonville, OR 97070
USA
PH: +1 503.498.3547
FX: +1 503.498.3153
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Date: Aug 2012

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