FLIR LS-X, LS-XR Operator's Manual

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LS-Series

Operator’s Manual

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contained herein are subject to disclosure restrictions as a matter of law. Diversion contrary to US law is prohibited.
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Names and marks appearing on the products herein are either registered trademarks or trademarks of FLIR
Surveillance and/or its subsidiaries. All other trademarks, trade names, or company names 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 Surveillance customer
support for additional information prior to returning a camera.

Phone: [phone], select option 2 at the prompt (“Handheld Products”)
Email: [e-mail]

This documentation is subject to change without notice.

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”

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

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

FLIR Surveillance
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N. Billerica, MA 01862

Phone: [phone], select option 2 at the prompt (“Handheld Products”)
Email: [e-mail]

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Table of Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

LS Series Camera Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Charging the Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

LS Series Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Using USB/Analog Video Adapter Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Scout II/LS-X/LS-XR/Ocean Scout End User Tool. . . . . . . . 9

Operating Your LS Series Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Camera Features and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Control Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Auto Shutdown Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

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;

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Important Safety Instructions

• DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE DEVICE.

• 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.

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.
Refer to “Laser Emission Parameters” on page 15 for laser specifications.

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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1 Introduction

Thermal Camera Image

Image Intensifier Image

1 Introduction

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, high­fidelity 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.

You can see better through camouflage and foliage in any lighting conditions. Because LS-Series
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 (I2) night vision devices, which means you can see clearly even without any
visible light 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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1 Introduction

1–1 LS-Series Camera Features

Ca m e ra 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

• LS-X: 336×256 pixel resolution, 19 mm lens with 17° field of view

• LS-XR: 640×512 pixel resolution, 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

• USB/Video Adapter Cable for analog video output to a monitor or video recorder.

• 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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