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- Page 1 HM-Series Thermal Night Vision Camera Operator’s Manual Document Number: 432-0004-00-10 Revision: 100 January 2010...
- Page 2 FLIR for proper disposal. This document is controlled to FLIR Technology Level EAR 1. The information contained in this document is proprietary and/or restricted and pertains to a dual use product controlled for export by the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Introduction........... 1 HM-Series Camera Features....... . 2 Cautions . - Page 4 — HM-Series Operator’s Manual January 2010...
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Page 5: Introduction
1 Introduction The HM-Series handheld thermal imaging camera gives every mariner the power to see at night like never before. The HM-Series camera gives you the power to see more—and to see farther—than every other night vision technology around: •... -
Page 6: Hm-Series Camera Features
1—Introduction HM-Series Operator’s Manual 1–1 HM-Series Camera Features • Rugged design—Built to withstand the demands of maritime use. It is fully submersible (IP67). • 240×180 or 320×240 microbolometer sensor for excellent image quality and clarity • Hot Shoe—Provides convenient power input and video output. -
Page 7: Cautions
Only use the auxiliary power adapters provided with your HM-Series camera (car adapter or AC adapter). Connecting the camera to an improper power source may damage the camera and void your warranty. - Page 8 1—Introduction HM-Series Operator’s Manual January 2010...
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Page 9: Getting Started
2 Getting Started The HM-Series cameras shown below are available with the features, options, and accessories described in this manual. 19 mm Lens Configuration Focus Ring × 19 mm Lens with 2 Extender 432-0004-00-10, Revision 100... -
Page 10: Shipping Kits
2—Getting Started HM-Series Operator’s Manual 2–1 Shipping Kits Refer to the packing list enclosed with your camera shipment to determine the actual contents of your camera package. • HM-224 and HM-324 XP Cameras • HM-224 Pro and HM-324 XP+ Cameras •... -
Page 11: Options And Accessories
HM-Series Operator’s Manual 2—Getting Started 2–2 Options and Accessories 2× Optical Extender for 19 mm lens: Note The 2× Optical Extender is not waterproof and should not be used in wet environments. The attachable 2× Optical Extender lens doubles the range of performance when needed, without sacrificing the situational awareness benefits of the wide field of view lens. - Page 12 2—Getting Started HM-Series Operator’s Manual Camera Case Protection for your camera and all accessories. January 2010...
- Page 13 HM-Series Operator’s Manual 2—Getting Started Hardshell Storage Case Protection for your camera and all accessories. 432-0004-00-10, Revision 100...
- Page 14 2—Getting Started HM-Series Operator’s Manual January 2010...
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Page 15: Operating Your Hm-Series Camera
3 Operating Your HM-Series Camera 3–1 Camera Features and Controls × Display White hot/ zoom Power Capture Brightness Black hot Eyepiece Lens cap Adjustable diopter ±2 SD Card door Hot Shoe power contacts Hot Shoe/ Tripod mount Battery cover 432-0004-00-10, Revision 100... -
Page 16: Installing The Batteries And Sd Card
3—Operating Your HM-Series Camera HM-Series Operator’s Manual 3–2 Installing the Batteries and SD Card The batteries must be installed and charged before using your camera. If an SD card is included with your camera package, you can also install it at this time. -
Page 17: Charging The Camera
Only use the auxiliary power adapters provided with your HM-Series camera (car adapter or AC adapter). 1. Connect the Hot Shoe to your camera. 2. Rotate the attachment wheel in the clockwise direction until tight. -
Page 18: Hm-Series Power Management
The HM-Series camera is designed to operate much like your cell phone: •... - Page 19 HM-Series Operator’s Manual 3—Operating Your HM-Series Camera Power States • Three power states: Off, On, and Standby • The initial power-on Bootup process between the Off state and the On state takes about 90 seconds (fast flashing red state LED). During the Bootup process, pressing the Power button again will turn the camera off.
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Page 20: Buttons And Controls
3—Operating Your HM-Series Camera HM-Series Operator’s Manual 3–5 Buttons and Controls Power Button Changing between the Off, On, and Standby power states is controlled by the Power button. The table below describes how the camera moves between states. From Method... - Page 21 Note The stored image will include the thermal image, time and date information, and the FLIR logo. Other icons seen in the display are not stored on the saved image. 432-0004-00-10, Revision 100...
- Page 22 3—Operating Your HM-Series Camera HM-Series Operator’s Manual Still Frame Capture and Store—To capture and store a single still image of what is currently being shown in the display, momentarily press the Capture button. The thermal image will momentarily freeze and...
- Page 23 HM-Series Operator’s Manual 3—Operating Your HM-Series Camera White/Black Hot Button Use this button to toggle between the two video options. In the default White Hot mode, hotter objects appear as white or light grey. In the Black Hot mode, hotter objects appear as black or dark grey.
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Page 24: Batteries
HM-Series Operator’s Manual 3–6 Batteries Your HM-Series camera is equipped with a sophisticated power system that accommodates a wide variety of AA battery types. This includes rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries. The camera is optimized for operation with the 2700 mAh rechargeable NiMh batteries that were supplied with your camera. -
Page 25: Sd Card Door
HM-Series Operator’s Manual 3—Operating Your HM-Series Camera 3–7 SD Card Door The SD Card door is located on the bottom of the camera in front of the battery compartment. The SD card, the USB connector, and the Auto- Standby Enable switch are located under the door. - Page 26 (HM-324 XP+ only) on standard 1-Gb, 2-Gb, and 4- Gb SD cards that are compliant with the SD 1.0 and 1.1 specification. HM-Series cameras are not compatible with SDHC standards. If an SD card is inserted into an HM-224 or HM-324 XP model, it will be ignored unless the camera software detects a valid upgrade file.
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Page 27: Auto-Standby Operation
3—Operating Your HM-Series Camera 3–8 Auto-Standby Operation Auto-Standby is a feature of the HM-Series cameras that helps to guard against draining the batteries prematurely by inadvertently leaving the camera on. Auto-Standby puts the camera into the Standby state if the following three conditions are met: •... -
Page 28: The Hot Shoe
3—Operating Your HM-Series Camera HM-Series Operator’s Manual 3–9 The Hot Shoe Note The Hot Shoe is not waterproof and should not be used in wet environments. The Hot Shoe provides the connections to power the camera for continuous operation or charging the Power batteries;... -
Page 29: Installing The Shuttered Eyepiece
HM-Series Operator’s Manual 3—Operating Your HM-Series Camera 3–10 Installing the Shuttered Eyepiece The shuttered eyepiece keeps light from coming out of the viewfinder display. Pressing your eye up against the eyepiece opens the shutter. The shutter closes automatically. The eyepiece fits into a groove around the display housing. -
Page 30: Bayonet Lens Mounting System
3—Operating Your HM-Series Camera HM-Series Operator’s Manual 3–11 Bayonet Lens Mounting System The HM-Series camera is equipped with a robust bayonet mounting system to allow for field-interchangeable optics options. As shipped, the camera comes with a lens-cover assembly mounted on the bayonet mount. -
Page 31: Extender
The 2× Optical Extender is not waterproof and should not be used in wet environments. The 2× Optical Extender is compatible with all HM-Series camera models and provides the user the ability to see farther and/or enhance the resolution of objects in the field of view. The 2× Optical Extender is mounted on the bayonet mount in front of the existing lens on the camera. -
Page 32: Installing Software Upgrades
3–13 Installing Software Upgrades Software upgrades may become available during the life of your HM- Series camera. The upgrade process requires an SD card loaded with the upgrade file. After receiving the upgrade file from FLIR, load it onto your SD card. Caution! During a software installation, the camera must remain powered on. -
Page 33: Technical Data
4 Technical Data 4–1 HM-Series Camera Model Features The HM-Series cameras are available with either NTSC or PAL video output format and two resolutions. The HM-224 and HM-224 Pro both have video resolution of 240 × 180 pixels, while the HM-324 XP and HM-324 XP+ both have video resolution of 320 ×... -
Page 34: Power
4—Technical Data HM-Series Operator’s Manual 4–2 Power Battery Types 4 AA Batteries; NiMH or Alkaline Battery Life Operating Approximately 5 Hours on NiMH batteries at 25°C, (Stand-By) (120 hours on NiMH batteries) 4–3 Environmental HM-224 and HM-324 XP and HM-224 Pro HM-324 XP+ Operational Temp. -
Page 35: Storage File Formats
HM-Series Operator’s Manual 4—Technical Data 4–6 Storage File Formats HM-324 XP and HM-224 Pro HM-324 XP+ Still Image Storage, SD card, JPEG; SD card, JPEG; × × Format 180 resolution 240 resolution Video Storage, Approx. 8 seconds/Mb Format on SD card, HM-324 XP+ only 4–7... - Page 36 4—Technical Data HM-Series Operator’s Manual January 2010...
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