Pulsar QUANTUM LSQ 19, QUANTUM HSQ 19 Instructions Manual

QUANTUM

THERMAL IMAGING SCOPE

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THERMAL IMAGING SCOPE QUANTUM

ТЕПЛОВИЗОР QUANTUM

THERMOVISEUR QUANTUM

WÄRMEBILDGERÄT QUANTUM

TÉRMOVISOR QUANTUM

TERMOVISORE QUANTUM

v.1012

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Max. detection range of an object measuring 1.7x0.5 m

SKU

Optical characteristics

Detector type

Refresh rate
Magnification, x
Digital zoom, x
Resolution, pixels
OLED Display size
Close-up range, m
Exit pupil, mm
Spectral range, µm

Diopter adjustment, D
Max. detection range,

m/ yd*

Operational
characteristics

Start-up time (approx.), sec
Power supply

Battery type

External power supply

Operating time on battery
pack EPS3 / EPS5)

Operating time on a battery
set, approx.

Degree of protection, IP
code (IEC60529)

Video output
Operating temperature
Dimensions, mm

inch
Weight (without/with batteries),
g // oz

from -20 °С to +50 °С, humidity up to 90%

77302

UL 03 16 2

9 Hz

2
384x288

0.31”

2

7.7-13.2

+5/-5

900 / 985

8,4-15 V

IPХ4

UL 03 16 2

Uncooled microbolometer
30 Hz

2
384x288

0.31”

2

7.7-13.2

+5/-5

900 / 985

8,4-15 V

At least two hours

IPХ4

77301

UL 02 15 2

Uncooled microbolometer
30 Hz

n/a
160x120

0.31”

2

8.3-13.6

+5/-5

450 / 490

8,4-15 V

At least two hours

IPХ4

77307

Field of view, degree

- horizontal

- vertical

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DESCRIPTION

Digital thermal imaging scopes Quantum based on IR sensor (uncooled
microbolometer) are represented by a number of models featuring
various resolution, magnification and lens diameter. The scopes are
designed for the use both in the nighttime and in the daylight in inclement
weather conditions (fog, smog, rain) to see through obstacles hindering
detection of targets (branches, tallgrass, thick bushes etc.). Unlike the
image intensifier tube based night vision devices, thermal imaging
scopes Quantum do not require an external source of light and are not
affected by bright light exposure.
Thermal imaging scopes Quantum have a wide range application
including night hunting, observation and terrain orientation, search and
rescue operations.

FEATURES

Detector size 384x288 or 160x120 pixels
Quality OLED display (640x480 pixels)
Magnification 2,1x/2,5x
2x digital zoom (384x288 models only)
High-aperture lens
Wide field of view
External power supply
Video output enabling recording
Modes “White hot” and “Black hot”
Ergonomic body
Two ¼” tripod mounts

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SPECIFICATIONS:

MODEL

Quantum LD 38

Quantum HD 38

Quantum HS 19

77308

Quantum LS 19

UL 02 15 2

9 Hz

n/a
160x120

0.31”

2

8.3-13.6

+5/-5

450 / 490

8,4-15 V

IPХ4

2.1

2.1

2.5 2.5

8

8

8 8

10

10

10 10

4÷6 V
4xАА

4÷6 V
4xАА

4÷6 V
4xАА

4÷6 V
4xАА

9/20

9/20

9/20 9/20

PAL/NTSC

PAL/NTSC

PAL/NTSC PAL/NTSC

470/560//

16.6/19.7

470/560//

16.6/19.7

400/490//

14.1/17.3

400/490//

14.1/17.3

200x86x59

7.9x3.4x2.3

200x86x59

7.9x3.4x2.3

177x86x58
7x3.4x2.3

177x86x58
7x3.4x2.3

PRODUCT NAME LEGEND:
Example: Quantum HD 38
First letter:
“H” – refresh rate 30 Hz;
“L” – refresh rate 9 Hz.
Second letter:
“D” – detector size 384x288;
“S” – detector size 160x120.
Figure “38” or “19” stands for lens focal length - 38 mm or 19 mm

PACKAGE CONTENTS

For improvement purposes, design of this product is
subject to change.

Thermal Imaging Scope
Carrying case
User manual
Video cable
Hand strap
Automotive cigarette lighter adapter
Spare battery container
Cleaning cloth
Warranty card

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COMPONENTS AND CONTROL ELEMENTS

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“ON” button
“CAL” button
“ZOOM/INVERT” button

Lens cap
Encoder
Ring for lens internal focusing
¼” tripod mount
Weaver mounting rail
Second ¼” tripod mount
External power supply jack
Video out
Battery compartment
Eyepiece
LED indicator

Clock
Low battery indicator
Indication for external power

supply
Brightness and contrast
adjustment
White hot / Black hot modes

Clock setup

2x digital zoom

A

Video output signal
selection

B

C

D

E

F

G

H

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00 00

AM

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x2

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DATA PANEL ICONS

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15

Lens cap storage hole

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Turn the lever of the battery compartment (12) 90 degrees in “Open”
position and, pulling by the lug of the cover, remove the battery
container.
Install four AA batteries (or rechargeable batteries) observing polarity
shown on the battery container.
Insert the battery container into the battery compartment and turn the
lever 90 degrees clockwise. ‘

INSTALLATION OF BATTERIES

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Note: to ensure long and reliable operation it is recommended that you use quality
rechargeable batteries with a capacity of at least 2500 mAh. Please do not use batteries of
different types or batteries with various charge levels.

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After this adjustment no further dioptre adjustment should be required,
regardless of distance or other factors. Adjust image quality only with
the ring for lens internal focusing.

Press “ZOOM/INVERT”(3) to activate digital zoom (only in models

).

384x288
Keep “ZOOM/INVERT”(3) pressed for two seconds (in 160x120
models no waiting is needed) to activate colour inversion (functions
“Hot white” and “Hot black”).
When function “White hot ” is used, warm objects are represented in
shades of bright colour;
“Black hot ” represents objects in shades of dark colour.
Press “ON” (1) to switch off the unit.

Other functions

The menu includes two functions:

- Clock;

- Video output signal selection.

MENU

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To enter the menu, keep the encoder (5) pressed until icon shows
up. Press the encoder shortly to confirm the function selected.
Rotate the encoder (5) to select time format (“24” or “AM/PM”)
(editable parameter is flashing).
To pass to minute/hour setup press the encoder (5). Rotate the
encoder to adjust minute/hour parameter.
To exit the menu, keep the encoder (5) pressed for two seconds.

Function “Clock”:

External power supply (AC/DC) is to be connected to “Power” (10)
jack located on the bottom side of the device.
Please note that the central pin of the power supply that you connect to
the “power” jack of the riflescope, must have marking “+”. The power
supply may have marking -

EXTERNAL POWER SUPPLY

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Connection of an external power supply (icon shows up on the data panel)
automatically cuts off power supply from batteries.

External power supply DOES NOT charge the rechargeable batteries in the unit.

Attention! We suggest that you use battery packs EPS3 or EPS5 ensuring from 9 to 20
hours of operation.

The scope can be powered with an external DC power supply (2.1mm
pin) with stabilised voltage ranging from 8.4V to 15V (max. consumption
power 3W) or a 12V vehicle socket.

Press “ON” (1) to switch on the unit. Green LED indicator (14) will light
up. In case of low battery the LED will turn red and battery icon will start
flashing .
Do the calibration of image. Calibration levels background temperature
of the microbolometer and eliminates image flaws. To calibrate, press
“CAL” (2) without opening the lens cap. Image will freeze for 1-2
seconds, message “CALIBRATION” will show up on the data panel,
when the message disappears, calibration is completed.

OPERATION

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Switching on and calibration

Open the lens cap (4) and fix it in the hole (15) in the bottom part of the
unit. Adjust the sharpness of the display icons by turning the eyepiece
ring (13).
To adjust display brightness, rotate the encoder (5). Brightness level
(from 1 to 20) will show up next to the brightness icon on the data
panel.
To adjust display contrast press the encoder (5) (icon will show up)
and rotate it. Contrast level (from 1 to 20) will show up next to the
contrast icon on the data panel.
Point the unit at a warm object located at a certain distance, 100
meters, for example.
Adjust the focus by turning the ring for lens internal focusing (6).

Focusing and image adjustment

Rotate the encoder (5) to select icon and press the encoder to
confirm.
Rotate the encoder (5) to select the required video output signal (PAL or
NTSC).
Press the encoder shortly to confirm.
To exit the menu, keep the encoder (5) pressed for two seconds or wait
10 seconds to enable automatic exit.

Function “Video output signal selection”:

USE OF THE VIDEO OUT JACK

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“Video out” jack (11) is designed to connect external recording devices
and to transmit video signal to monitors, TV sets etc.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

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Listed below are some potential problems that may occur when using the
scope. Carry out the recommended checks and troubleshooting steps in
the order listed. Please note that the table does not list all of the possible

problem

possible cause corrective action

The unit will
not turn on.

The image is blurry, with
vertical stripes and uneven
background.

The image is too dark.

Batteries have been wrongly
installed.

Oxidized contact points in the
battery compartment due to
“leaky” batteries or contact
points becoming exposed to
a chemically reactive solution.

The batteries are fully
exhausted.

Calibration is to be done.

The lowest brightness level
is set.

Reinstall the batteries observing polarity.

Clean the battery compartment,
focusing on the contacts.

Install fresh batteries.

Do the calibration according to section

8 “OPERATION”

Adjust brightness by rotating the
encoder (5).

Select a suitable video output standard - PAL or NTSC (refer to section
9 “MENU”).
Use the included video cable to connect a peripheral device to the
“Video out” jack (11).
Switch on your thermal imaging scope – a peripheral device will show
the image seen through the scope.

Battery packs EPS3/EPS5 (SKU#79111/79112)
CVR640 video recorder (SKU#17044) and others.

ACCESSORIES

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Using the Weaver mounting rail (8), you can attach various accessories to
the Quantum scopes, such as:

The ¼” tripod mounts from both sides of the scope are designed to have
the scope installed on a tripod or have a hand strap (included) attached.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

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The thermal imaging scopes have IPX4 degree of protection (protected
against splash water) but they are not intended for submersion into
water.
Attempts to disassemble or repair the scope will void the warranty!
Clean the scope's optical surfaces only if necessary, and use caution.
First, remove (by blowing with a blower brush or canned air) any dust or
sand particles. Then proceed to clean by using camera/lens cleaning
equipment approved for use with multicoated lenses. Do not pour the

solution directly onto the lens!

The scope can be used in operating temperatures ranging from

-20 °C to +50 °C. However, if it has been brought indoors from cold
temperatures, do not turn it on for three to four hours. This will prevent
external optical surfaces from fogging.
Always store the unit in its carrying case in a dry, well-ventilated space.
Remove the batteries if the scope is not going to be used for an
extended period (longer than one month).
Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire
or the like.

problems. If the problem experienced with the scope is not listed, or if the
suggested action meant to correct it does not resolve the problem,
please contact the manufacturer.

The FPAs (focal plane arrays) by ULIS employed in Quantum thermal scopes feature high
quality but the manufacturer allows a certain amount of non-operating pixels. Such pixels
are not a defect and foreseen in regulations of the array manufacturer.

A non-operating pixel is defined as a black or luminous dot.
A cluster is defined as a group of several non-operating pixels adjacent by side or corner.
Central area A is defined as an area with a size of ¼ of the total length and width of the

image.

Peripheral area B is defined as part of the image excluding the central area.

For the 160x120 array (models Quantum HS19, LS19):

Not more than four non-operating pixels or one cluster consisting of not more than
four non-operating pixels are accepted in the central area.
Not more than nine non-operating pixels or one cluster consisting of not more than
nine non-operating pixels are accepted in the peripheral area.

For the 384x288 array (models Quantum HD38, LD38):

Four single non-operating pixels or not
more than two clusters consisting of
not more than two non-operating
pixels are accepted in the central area.
Ten single non-operating pixels or not
more than two clusters consisting of
not more than ten non-operating pixels
are accepted in the peripheral area.

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B

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Distance max. de la detection du object avec dimensions 1,7x0,5 m.

Caractéristiques optiques

Capteur

Fréquence de renouvellement
d'images

Grossissment optique, fois
Zoom numerique, fois
La résolution, lignes/mm
Diagonale de l'écran OLED

Distance de mise au point
minimale, m

Diamètre de la pupille de sortie,
mm
Gamme spectrale de
sensibilité, µm

Ajustement dioptrique de
l'oculaire, dioptries

Distance maximum de la
detection, m*

Caractéristiques fonctionnelles:

Temps de mise en
fonctionnement, sec

Alimentation externe, V

Temps de fonctionnement avec
le bloc d'alimentation EPS3/EPS5

Temps de fonctionnement continu
du dispositif avec ensemble de
batteries

Classe de protection, code IP
(IEC 60529)

Modèle du signal
Température d'utilisation
Dimensions, mm
Poids (sans/avec batteries), g

-20 °С …+50 °С, humidité 90%

9 Hz

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384x288

0,31”

2

7,7-13,2

+5/-5

900

8,4-15 V

IPХ4

30 Hz

2
384x288
0,31”

2

7,7-13,2

+5/-5

900

8,4-15 V

2 heures au moins

IPХ4

30 Hz

n/a
160x120
0,31”

2

8,3-13,6

+5/-5

450

8,4-15 V

2 heures au moins

IPХ4

Champ angulaire, degré

- horizontal

- vertical

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DESCRIPTION

Les thermoviseurs numériques de la série Quantum, conçus à la base
de la matrice IR (microbolomètre), sont représentés par des modèles qui
se diffèrent par: le pouvoir de résolution, la multiplicité et le diamètre de
l'objectif. Les dispositifs sont destinés à être utilisés pendant la nuit et
aux conditions de l'éclairage normal par mauvais temps (brouillard,
mauvaise visibilité, pluie). Aussi en présence d'obstacles rendant difficile
la détection de cible (branches, herbes hautes, buissons épais etc.). A la
différence des dispositifs de vision nocturne conçus à la base de
transformateurs électroniques-optiques, les monoculaires de
thermoviseurs Quantum ne nécessitent pas de source de lumière
externe et ne craignent pas l'exposition à la lumière.
Les thermoviseurs Quantum peuvent être utilisés au cours de la chasse
nocturne, de l'observation et de l'orientation sportive, ainsi que pendant
les opérations de reconnaissance et de sauvetage.

CARACTERISTIQUES SPECIFIQUES

Matrice 384x288/160x120
OLED afficheur (640x480)
Agrandissement 2,1x/2,5x
Zoom numérique 2x (uniquement pour la matrice 384x288)
Objectif à force lumineuse
Champ angulaire important
Alimentation externe
Sortie vidéo – possibilité d'écriture vidéo sur d'autres dispositifs
Régime «White hot» et «Black hot»
Corps ergonomique
Deux jacks 1/4" pour le montage sur un pied.

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SPECIFICATIONS

9 Hz

n/a
160x120
0,31”

2

8,3-13,6

+5/-5

450

8,4-15 V

IPХ4

2,1

2,1

2,5 2,5

88 8 8

10

10

10 10

9/20

9/20

9/20 9/20

PAL/NTSCPAL/NTSC PAL/NTSC PAL/NTSC

470/560

470/560

400/490 400/490

200x86x59

200x86x59

177x86x58 177x86x58

Nom du dispositif, signification:
Par exemple, Quantum HD 38:
Première lettre:
«H» - fréquence de renouvellement d'images 30 Hz;
«L» - fréquence de renouvellement d'images 9 Hz;
Deuxième lettre:
«D» - taille de matrice 384x288;
«S» - taille de matrice 160x120.
Le chiffre «38» ou «19»: la distance focale de l'objectif de 38 mm ou de 19 mm.

CONTENU DE L'EMBALLAGE

Le design de ce produit pourrait-être amené à changer,
afin d'améliorer son utilisation.

Thermoviseur
Housse
Guide de l'utilisateur
Câble vidéo
Bretelle pour la main
Adaptateur pour auto
Container de batteries de rechange
Chiffonette
Carte de garantie

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SKU

77302

77301

77307

MODÈLE

Quantum LD 38

Quantum HD 38

Quantum HS 19

77308

Quantum LS 19

UL 03 16 2

UL 03 16 2
Microbolomètre non refroidi

UL 02 15 2
Microbolomètre non refroidi

UL 02 15 2

Alimentation du dispositif
Batterie

4÷6 V
4xАА

4÷6 V
4xАА

4÷6 V
4xАА

4÷6 V
4xАА

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