Flir ThermovisionHSeries Operators Manual

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2 Getting Started
The H-Series cameras shown below are available with the features, 
options, and accessories described in this manual.
HS-307 with 65 mm Lens
HS-324 with 19 mm Lens
Focus Ring
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2–1 Shipping Kits
Refer to the packing list enclosed with your camera shipment to 
determine the actual contents of your camera package.
• HS-324/HS-307 (Patrol version) Camera
In addition to the camera, Quick Start card, Operator’s manual, and 
Documentation/Training CD or DVD; the following items are included 
in the camera package:
Neck Lanyard
Hot Shoe
Video Output CableUSB Cable
AC Power Adaptor SD Card
Rechargeable
AA Batteries...

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• HS-324/HS-307 Pro (Command version) Camera
In addition to the camera, Quick Start card, Operator’s manual, and 
Documentation/Training CD or DVD; the following items are included 
in the camera package:
Neck Lanyard
Carrying Pouch
Hot Shoe
Video Output CableUSB Cable
AC Power Adaptor SD Card
Rechargeable
AA Batteries
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2–2 Options and Accessories
2× Optical Extender for 19 mm lens:
Note
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.
Camera Case
Protection for your 
camera and all 
accessories (standard on 
all Pro models). 
The 2× Optical Extender is not waterproof and should not be used 
in wet environments.
2× Optical Extender...

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3 Operating Your H-Series Camera
3–1 Camera Features and Controls
Power 2× zoom White hot/ Display 
Black hot
Adjustable
DiopterEyepiece
Lens capCapture
Brightness
SD Carddoor
Battery
door Hot Shoe/
Tripod mount
Hot Shoe 
power contacts
19 mm only
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3–2 Installing the SD Card and Batteries
The batteries must be installed and charged before using your 
camera. Also install the SD card at this time.
1.  Remove the small SD card 
door. No tools are required. 
This will help when removing 
the battery cover. 
2.  Loosen the four captive screws 
securing the battery cover.
3.  Pry off the battery cover by 
grasping the front edge 
exposed where the SD card 
cover was removed.
4....

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3–3 Charging the Camera
The batteries in the camera must be fully charged prior to use. If not 
fully charged or if the recommended batteries are not installed, the 
battery status indicator may not accurately reflect the remaining 
battery life.
1.  Connect the Hot Shoe to your camera.
2.  Rotate the attachment wheel in 
the clockwise direction until tight. 
3.  Plug the power adapter provided 
with the camera...

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3–4 H-Series Power Management
Your H-Series camera is equipped with a power management system 
that provides up to five hours of continuous operation and up to five 
days of standby time between battery charges. To make the best use 
of the camera and to assure it is always ready when you need it, it is 
important to understand the basic power states of the camera.
The H-Series camera is designed to operate much like your cell...

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Power States
• There are 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. After the camera finishes its 
power-on Bootup process, it is in the On state (state LED is off). 
After the camera is On, pressing...

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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.
To shut off the camera completely press and hold the Power button 
for eight seconds.
After holding the Power button for three 
seconds this message will be shown in 
the display and the camera will enter the 
Off state if the countdown...