ZEISS DTI 1/19 | 1/25 - Thermal Imaging Camera Manual

Instructions for use

Please note the safety instructions and regulatory information.
ZEISS products are famous for outstanding optical performance, precision engineering and a long service life. Please observe the following instructions for use in order to obtain the best from your thermal imaging camera and to ensure that it remains your constant companion for many years to come.

Scope of supply

Function test

• Before use, please ensure that your thermal imaging camera has no visible damage.
• Test to see if the thermal imaging camera displays a clear, undisturbed image.
• Check that the settings for the thermal imaging camera are correct. See the notes in the section Observation mode.

Installing/removing the battery

The ZEISS thermal imaging camera DTI 1 is equipped with a permanently installed battery. To replace the battery, please contact our Service. The battery can be separated from the device for recycling purposes. Please refer to the paragraph "Disposal of batteries" in the safety instructions.

Observation with and without glasses

Thanks to the flexible eyecup, the thermal imaging camera can be used with or without glasses. It offers a full field of view in both cases.

Attaching the carrying strap

TECHNICAL DATA

Observation mode

Look through the viewfinder (8) to observe the scene. Turn the diopter adjustment (9) on the side to focus the screen. Turn the focus ring (1) on the lens to focus on the scene.

Zoom

In observation mode, the arrow buttons (6) can be used to zoom in (right arrow button) and zoom out (left arrow button) the scene. Zoom in increments of 0.5 between 1.0x and 4.0x. The zoom function is circular, i.e. if you press the right arrow button (6) again after a 4.0x zoom, you will return to 1.0x. The currently set digital magnification is shown on the display. Under the system menu item "Max. Zoom Level" you can set the maximum desired zoom level.

Color modes

The scene can be displayed in different color modes. Briefly press the menu button (7) to change the observation mode. When changed, the selected mode is shown on the display as text for about 2 seconds. You can activate or deactivate the desired modes under the system menu item "Color Modes". When changing with the menu button (7), only the active modes are changed. The following color modes are available:

• White Hot: Cold areas are displayed here in black and warm areas in white.
• Black Hot: Cold areas are displayed here in white and warm areas in black.
• Red Hot: Cold areas are displayed here in black and warm areas in white. In addition, the warmest areas are shown in yellow to red.
• Rainbow: A varied color palette displays cold areas in black to blue and warm areas in yellow to white.
• Red Hue: Cold areas are displayed here in black and warm areas in red.
• Green Hue: Cold areas are displayed here in black and warm areas in green.
• Dark Hue: Cold areas are displayed here in a sepia tone and warm areas in violet.
• Night Eye: This is a combination of White Hot and Black Hot. Cold areas are displayed here in black to dark brown and warm areas in sepia to light brown.

Shooting mode

You have the possibility to take photos and make videos. Briefly press the shutter button (5) once to capture a photo; a photo symbol appears on the display. Press and hold the shutter button (5) to record a video; a video symbol appears on the display. During a video recording, photos can also be taken by briefly pressing the shutter button (5); to confirm, the video symbol briefly switches to the photo symbol.
Note: Longer video recordings are automatically split into several smaller files of 10 minutes each when saved.

Menu

Press and hold the menu button (7) to show the main menu on the display. Look through the viewfinder (8). The main menu offers the following options:

• Brightness: Set the brightness of the display here. There are ten brightness levels to choose from. The brightness is lowest at level 1. The brightness is highest at level 10.
• Contrast: Adjust the contrast of the scene here. There are ten contrast levels to choose from. The contrast is lowest at level 1. The contrast is highest at level 10.
• Hot Tracking: In observation mode, select "Hot Tracking" to highlight the warmest point in the scene with a small red square.
• Auto Calibration: Set manual (Auto Calibration = Off) or automatic calibration (Auto Calibration = On) here.
• Scene Mode: Choose from two different modes. Universal – Standard mode for general observation. Detect – The Detect mode generates a high-contrast image to make thermal signatures more visible.
  

You can also cycle through the different modes by simultaneously pressing the right arrow button (6) and the menu button (7).

• P.I.P. (Picture in Picture): A central section of the image is enlarged by a factor of 2 and shown in a small magnification window on the display.
• WLAN: Switch WLAN on/off. When WLAN is switched on, the device creates a hotspot that allows another device (e.g. smartphone) to make a connection.
• System: Make all system-relevant settings here, including language, time and factory settings.

The arrow buttons (6) and the menu button (7) are used to navigate in the main menu. Press the right arrow button (6) to scroll down. Press the left arrow button (6) to scroll up. Briefly press the menu button (7) to select a menu item. This opens the submenu. Make your settings using the arrow buttons (6). Briefly press the menu button (7) to confirm your selection and return to the main menu. Press and hold the menu button (7) to exit the main menu and return to observation mode.

System

The "System" submenu has the following options:

• Factory Reset: Select "Factory Reset" to reset the device to the factory settings. This also deletes all data saved on the device, including images and videos.
• Reset Settings: Select "Reset Settings" to reset all settings to the default values for the device.
• Language Settings: Select a menu language here.
• Date / Time: Set the date and time of the device here.
• Pixel Correction: Remove defective pixels for a perfect field of view.
• Auto Off: Activate or deactivate the automatic switch-off function.
• Max. Zoom Level: Here you can specify the maximum zoom value.
• Color Modes: Activate or deactivate the desired color modes here. You can also view the following information:
• WLAN SSID: The name of the WLAN hotspot is displayed here.
• WLAN Password: The currently used WLAN password is displayed here.
• Firmware: The current firmware version is displayed here.

Factory Reset

To perform a factory reset, select "System" in the main menu. Then navigate to "Factory Reset". Select "Yes" and confirm your selection. A second security prompt follows, which must also be confirmed with "Yes".

Resetting the settings

To reset the settings, select "System" in the main menu. Then navigate to "Reset Settings". Select "Yes" and confirm your selection.
Note: The device must be restarted for the reset of the settings to be completed successfully.

Personal data when you dispose of or pass on your ZEISS device

Remember that there may be personal photos and videos on the internal device memory. Before passing on the device to a third party, please perform the factory reset to delete this data and verify it has been deleted. By doing so, you help maintain your privacy and data security.

Participating in IT security

Please take an active role in protecting the IT security of your device by using the ZEISS Hunting App and installing new firmware updates as soon as they become available.

Date / Time

Select "System" in the main menu to set the date and time. Then navigate to "Date / Time". You can now set the year, month, day, hour and minute individually. The "Time Format" setting allows you to choose between 24-hour and 12-hour display. Be sure to set the current date and time, as your photos and videos will be time stamped. At the very bottom in the menu item you can activate or deactivate the display of the time on the main screen.

Note: If the battery is completely discharged, the device loses the set date and time. Reset the date and time so that your images and videos get a correct timestamp.

Pixel Correction

If individual pixels fail, you can locate them here and fix the error. Select "System" in the main menu to start the correction. Navigate to "Pixel Correction" and start the correction by briefly pressing the menu button (7). Crosshairs appear, which you use to capture the affected pixel. For more precise detection, the area around the crosshairs is displayed enlarged in an additional window. To set the X axis: press the left arrow button (6) for minus and the right menu button (6) for plus. Every time you press the button, you move one pixel further. To jump several pixels further, press and hold the arrow button (6). Confirm the setting by briefly pressing the menu button (7). Now make the settings for the Y axis in the same way. Switch between the setting for the X and Y axis by briefly pressing the menu button (7). To save the settings, press and hold the menu button (7). Confirm the prompt whether you would like to save or discard the calibration by briefly pressing the menu button (7).

Auto Off

The ZEISS DTI 1 switches off automatically after a time of inactivity in order to save battery power. The switch-off duration can be adjusted in the menu item "System" under "Auto Off".

Firmware update

A firmware update can be carried out using the ZEISS Hunting App. Follow the instructions for this in the ZEISS Hunting App.
Note: Make sure that the device is fully charged before updating the firmware. Do not switch off the device during the update, otherwise it may be damaged.
Note: If you initiate an update via the ZEISS Hunting App, you must confirm this again on the device for security reasons.

WLAN

This device is equipped with a WLAN function. Go to the menu and switch on the WLAN function. When activated, WLAN is indicated by a WLAN symbol in the lower right corner of the display. You can now connect your smartphone to the device via WLAN.
Note: When first used, the preset password for the WLAN connection to the device needs to be changed to prevent unauthorized access by third parties. The ZEISS Hunting App is required to change the password. Default password: 12345678
To increase user comfort, the ZEISS Hunting App synchronizes your password on all logged-in devices.
To increase the security of the connection, we recommend that you change your password.
To extend battery life, we recommend that you only switch on the WLAN function in the device when the device needs to establish a data connection to the ZEISS Hunting App.

ZEISS Hunting App

Install the ZEISS Hunting App on your smartphone and open the app. Follow the steps shown there to connect to the ZEISS DTI 1.
The ZEISS Hunting App allows you to transfer images and videos to your smartphone, view the live image, make settings and use other functions. A more detailed description can be found in the help function of the app.
Note: To use the ZEISS Hunting App and its functions, ensure that your smartphone is connected to the ZEISS DTI 1 WLAN network.
Note: Please note that you are not connected via the normal WLAN if you have established a WLAN connection to your ZEISS DTI 1. To return to the normal WLAN, disconnect your ZEISS DTI 1 from your smartphone.

USB port

Use the USB port (11) on the bottom to charge your device or to transfer data (photos and videos) to your PC. The WLAN function must be switched off in order to transfer data.
The ZEISS DTI 1 connects as an MTP device using the USB port. The device is automatically recognized and can be used immediately on computers with Microsoft Windows 10 operating system software or later. For computers with Apple Mac OS operating system software, you need to install additional third-party software to access the data stored on the device, such as "AndroidTM File Transfer". ZEISS assumes no responsibility or guarantee for third-party software.
Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corp. in the United States and/or other countries. Apple and Mac OS are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the USA and other countries. Android is a trademark of Google LLC.

Tripod thread

A 1/4-inch standard thread (10) for standard tripods is located on the bottom of the device. Screw the device onto a tripod for more steady shooting.

Charging the device

Charge the device via the USB port (11) when the battery is empty. An LED is located under the cover that indicates the current charge level. The battery charge level is shown in the upper right corner of the display. When the charge level is low, the display changes to red. In the following graphic you can see what percentage of your battery charge is still available.

Replacing the lens cap

To replace the lens cap (3), first remove the focus ring (1). This is additionally fixed with double-sided adhesive tape. Now unscrew the hexagon socket screw (2) with an Allen key (M1.5). Remove the defective lens cap (3). Fit the new lens cap (3). Now retighten the screw (2) with an Allen key. Replace the double-sided adhesive tape on the lens with a new one and place the focus ring (1) back over the lens.

Troubleshooting

Manufacturer's address

Carl Zeiss AG
Carl-Zeiss-Straße 22 D-73447
Oberkochen
www.zeiss.com/nature and www.zeiss.com/hunting
Subject to changes in design and scope of supply due to technical improvements. No liability for mistakes and printing errors.

Documents / Resources

References

• COP Community
• Product Registration | ZEISS Consumer Products
• ZEISS Nature Observation | Always on the lookout for something special
• ZEISS Hunting | Confidence in the toughest conditions
• App Store - Apple
• Google Play

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