Leica CALONOX SIGHT SE Instruction Manual
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  • Page 1 CALONOX SIGHT SE Instruction manual...
  • Page 2: Foreword

    REPLACEMENT PARTS / ACCESSORIES Your Leica Camera AG Contact Leica Customer Care or your specialist Leica retailer for details on the latest replacement parts / accessory range: https://leica-camera.com/en-int/dealer-locator Please read the chapters “Safety Remarks” and “Import- ant Information” before using the product for the first time.
  • Page 3: Legal Information

    Leica Camera AG. To that extent, Leica Camera AG reserves the right to changes and errors. The images in this manual may depict accessory, special features or other items that are not part of the standard scope of delivery or service.
  • Page 4: Important Notes Regarding The Use Of Thermal Imaging Cameras

    IMPORTANT NOTES REGARDING THE USE OF REGULATORY INFORMATION THERMAL IMAGING CAMERAS You will find the manufacturing date of your product on the stickers on the packaging. The date format is year/month/day. LEGAL RESTRICTIONS ON USE CE MARK In Germany The CE mark on our products documents compliance with the •...
  • Page 5 DISPOSAL OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT (Applies within the EU and for other European countries with active waste separation policies.) This device contains electrical and/or electronic components which must not be disposed of in general household waste. Instead, it should be disposed of at a recycling collection point provided by your local authority.
  • Page 6: Safety Remarks

    SAFETY REMARKS SENSOR • Cosmic radiation (e.g. during flights) may cause pixel defects. GENERAL INFORMATION CARRY STRAP • Do not use your device in the immediate vicinity of devices with powerful magnetic, electrostatic or electromagnetic fields (e.g. • Once you have attached the carry strap, please make sure that induction ovens, microwave ovens, television sets or computer the clips are mounted correctly to prevent the device falling.
  • Page 7: Important Information

    IMPORTANT INFORMATION • Do not attempt to take the device apart yourself. Repairs must only be carried out in authorized workshops. • Do not touch the glass surfaces with your fingers, especially if you have previously applied hand cream, insect repellent, etc. These substances may contain chemicals that damage or de- stroy the coatings on the glass surfaces.
  • Page 8: Warranty

    Leica Camera AG offers a 3-year warranty for this Leica product in 5. In case of a warranty claim, please send the Leica product, the accordance with the conditions started below. The Leica warranty...
  • Page 9: Leica Hunting Ethics

    LEICA HUNTING ETHICS HUNTING ETHICS AND LEICA THERMAL IMAGING CAMERAS – We will only hunt wild boar and predators at night. – We will hunt wild boar predominantly in areas of agricultural damage, but not in their habitats and refuge areas in the forest.
  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    SAFETY REMARKS ................6 MENU CONTROL ...................24 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ..............7 VIDEO OUTPUT .....................25 WARRANTY ..................8 “FOG AND RAIN” MODE ................25 LEICA HUNTING ETHICS ..............9 HANDHELD MODE ..................26 TABLE OF CONTENTS ..............10 USER PROFILES ....................26 PART DESIGNATIONS ..............12 CORRECTING PIXEL ERRORS ..............27 DISPLAYS ..................
  • Page 11 Definition of the various categories of information found in this manual Note – Additional information Important – Non-compliance may result in damage to the device and accessories Attention – Non-compliance may result in personal injury...
  • Page 12: Part Designations

    PART DESIGNATIONS...
  • Page 13 Lens cap button*   – Lens protection – Menu navigation – While carrying out complete calibration – Calibration Front lens Tripod thread – Germanium lens – A 1⁄4 DIN 4503 (1⁄4”) – Heat signatures is forwarded to the sensor Tripod thread Focus ring –...
  • Page 14: Displays

    DISPLAYS OBSERVATION MODE LIST MENU Video-out Fog and rain mode Handheld mode Gun profiles Calibration mode Pixels defect correction Reticle correction System information Factory reset ICONS MENU...
  • Page 15 Color mode - White Hot (warm appears white)   - Black Hot (warm appears black)   - Red Hot (warm appears red)   - Rainbow (multicolored)   Calibration mode     (Automatic)/ (Background)/ (Manual) User Profiles   “Fog and rain” mode  ...
  • Page 16: Preparation

    PREPARATION ATTACHING THE SAFETY CORD ATTACHING THE CARRY STRAP* Important • Once you have attached the carry strap, please make sure that the clips are mounted correctly to prevent the device falling. * Optional accessory...
  • Page 17: Charging The Battery

    A relevant adapter will be needed if the device is to be mounted on A lithium-ion rechargeable battery supplies the device with power. the weapon in conjunction with a rifle scope. Leica generally rec- The battery charge status is displayed in the header line.
  • Page 18 USE AS HANDHELD DEVICE A suitable eyecup can be attached for use as a handheld/monocu- lar (without rifle scope). MOUNTING THE EYECUP* ▸ Unscrew the eyepiece cap and store it in a safe place • The locking ring must remain on the device. ▸...
  • Page 19: Operation

    • The device switches to standby mode. The power save icon appears. SWITCHING ON ▸ Press and hold the button, until the 'Leica' logo appears on screen • This switches on the device. Das Wesentliche. Note • The device will not automatically power down.
  • Page 20: Calibration

    CALIBRATION SELECTING A MODE Calibrations should be done regularly for optimal display perfor- ▸ Press and hold the menu selection button mance. There are two types of calibration (quick calibration and • The list menu appears. full calibration). The calibration to choose depends on the set ▸...
  • Page 21: Calibrating

    CALIBRATING FOCUSING Use the focus ring to sharpen the image. FULL CALIBRATION ▸ Select an image section In this calibration mode, the device is fully recalibrated. That ▸ Turn the focus ring to sharpen the desired subject elements makes it much more effective and suitable for e.g. the removal of •...
  • Page 22: Button Function Overview

    BUTTON FUNCTION OVERVIEW Observation mode Menu Correction mode short press Standby/Wakeup To the right/up To the right/up button long press On/Off — To the right/up (quick) Switch active axis short press Access icons menu Setting in the submenu/ Save Reticle correction Menu selection button...
  • Page 23: Icons Menu

    ICONS MENU BRIGHTNESS Brightness can be set to four different levels. MENU CONTROL COLOR MODE Accessing the icons menu There are four color modes to choose from. ▸ Press the menu selection button briefly • The icons menu appears. White Hot Black Hot •...
  • Page 24: List Menu

    LIST MENU The list menu consists of one menu page with a total of 9 settings. Video-out Fog and rain mode MENU CONTROL Handheld mode Gun profiles Calibration mode Accessing the list menu Pixels defect correction Reticle correction System information ▸...
  • Page 25: Video Output

    VIDEO OUTPUT - “FOG AND RAIN” MODE - Calonox allows an output of the screen image to an external screen. In this mode, image contrast can be improved (useful in cloudy, rainy, foggy and other rough weather conditions). Note • Power consumption increases in “Fog and rain” mode, which will reduce battery life accordingly.
  • Page 26: Handheld Mode

    HANDHELD MODE - USER PROFILES - In standard operation, the screen image is designed to be viewed Here we have the option of creating profiles for up to 4 different through a scope with relevant magnification. When used as a rifle scopes or rifles, so that the rifle scope will not have to be handheld device, this option allows larger scaling.
  • Page 27: Correcting Pixel Errors

    Selecting a faulty pixel CORRECTING PIXEL ERRORS - ▸ Place the cross-hair pointer directly over the faulty pixel Pixel errors may occur on the screen from time to time. These can be selected and corrected using a special mode. Controlling the cross-hair pointer Accessing the pixel correction mode Select an active axis / Press the menu selection...
  • Page 28: Correcting The Reticle

    The display section (Clip-on mode) for the reticle of the rifle scope Select an active axis / Press the menu selection must be shifted to align Calonox Sight SE with the point of impact. switch between X and Y axis button briefly...
  • Page 29: Reset To Factory Settings

    PROCEDURE IN CASE OF MALFUNCTION RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS - Should the device no longer function as described, it can be You can delete all manual settings and reset them to their factory switched off using a key combination. All functions should return settings.
  • Page 30: Care/Cleaning

    CARE/CLEANING • Your Leica product requires no special care. • Coarse dirt particles like sand can be removed with a soft brush or simply blown off. • Fingerprints, etc. on front lenses and eyepiece lenses can be pre-cleaned with a damp cloth and then wiped dry with a clean leather or lint-free cloth.
  • Page 32: Technical Data

    Device type Thermal imaging device Type No. 1790 Order No. 50500 Scope of delivery Calonox Sight SE, cordura case, charging cable, quick start guide, lens cleaning cloth, certificate Sensor type Sensor size 384 x 288 pixels Pixel size 17 µm...
  • Page 33 Adjustment reticle correction 1.2 cm/50 m, 2.4 cm/100 m Video output Video recording Video/Picture resolution Cable socket USB-C Internal memory Protection type IP67 Operating temperature -20°C to +50°C Operating temperature (charge battery) +10 to +30°C Battery life approx. 8–11 h Accessory thread M52 x 0.75 Tripod thread...
  • Page 34: Leica Customer Care

    Please contact Leica Camera AG Customer Care for the mainte- nance of your Leica equipment and for help and advice regarding Leica products and how to order them. You can also contact the Customer Care department or the repair service provided by your regional Leica subsidiary for repairs or warranty claims.

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