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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).
See more—and see farther—than with low-light night vision goggles The Scout PS-Series camera makes images from heat, not light, a feat impossible for the naked eye or even image intensified (I night vision devices, which means you can see clearly even without any visible light at all.
1—Introduction Scout PS-Series Operator’s Manual 1–1 Scout PS-Series Camera Features • Rugged design—Built to withstand the demands of outdoor use. • 240×180 or 320×240 microbolometer sensor for excellent image quality and clarity • 19 mm lens with 24° field of view •...
2 Getting Started The Scout PS-Series camera is available with the features, options, and accessories described in this manual. Refer to the packing list enclosed with your camera shipment to determine the actual contents of your camera package. • PS24 and PS32 Cameras In addition to the camera, Quick Start card, and Documentation/ Training CD or DVD;...
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2—Getting Started Scout PS-Series Operator’s Manual • PS24 and PS32 Camera Options The following optional accessories are available for the Scout PS- Series camera Molle-Compatible Belt Holster Floating Lanyard Camera Carrying Pouch October 2011...
3 Operating Your Scout PS-Series Camera 3–1 Camera Features and Controls Power Display Brightness/ × zoom/ (Tasklight On/Off Freeze Frame when Camera in off state) Eyepiece White hot/ Adjustable LED Tasklight USB/Charging Black hot/ Diopter Plug Instalert Lanyard Clip 431-PS00-00-10, Revision 110...
3–2 Charging the Camera Caution! To assure proper charging, Scout PS-Series cameras should be turned OFF throughout the charging cycle. Charging MUST only be done when the camera is at temperatures from 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F) or battery damage may occur.
When the camera is turned on from the Off state, it takes about four seconds to become operational. During the Bootup process, The FLIR splash screen is shown and then the software version is displayed briefly. Pressing the Power button will toggle the camera between On and Off.
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Lowest Highest Note When the Scout PS-Series camera is powered Off, the Display Brightness button, when held on, turns on the LED Tasklight. White Hot/Black Hot/Instalert™ Button Use this button to toggle between the two video and the four Instalert color palettes.
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Scout PS-Series Operator’s Manual 3—Operating Your Scout PS-Series Zoom Button—PS32 models only Use this button to switch the camera between no zoom (full resolution) and 2× zoom. The central part of the image is magnified twice its normal size when 2× is selected.
3–6 Auto Shutdown Operation Auto Shutdown is a feature of the Scout PS-Series camera that helps to guard against draining the battery prematurely by inadvertently leaving the camera on. Auto Shutdown turns the camera off if the following conditions are met: •...
4 Technical Data 4–1 Scout PS-Series Model Features The Scout PS-Series cameras are available with either NTSC or PAL video output format. Scout Model PS24 Scout PS-Series Handheld Thermal Camera with video resolution of 240 × 180 pixels PS32 Scout PS-Series Handheld Thermal Camera with video resolution of ×...
4—Technical Data Scout PS-Series Operator’s Manual 4–3 Environmental PS24 and PS24 Operational Temp. -4°F to 122°F (-20°C to 50°C) Storage Temp. -40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C) Ratings IP-67, 1 meter drop 4–4 Physical PS24, PS32 Weight 12 oz. (340 g) with battery ×...
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