Flir ThermovisionPS Scout Operators Manual

							Scout PS-Series
Thermal Imager
Operator’s Manual
Document Number:  431-PS00-00-10
Revision: 110
October 2011
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ii October 2011 © 2011 FLIR Commercial Systems, Inc. All rights reserved worldwide. No 
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Table of Contents
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Scout PS-Series Camera Features  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Getting Started  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Operating Your Scout PS-Series Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Camera Features and Controls  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Charging the Camera  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Scout PS-Series Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Buttons and Controls  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Battery  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  10
Auto Shutdown Operation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  10
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11
Scout PS-Series Model Features  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11
Power  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11
Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  12
Physical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  12
Lens Choice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  12
Range Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  12
Important Safety Instructions
• Read these instructions!
• Follow all instructions!
• Heed all warnings!
• Only use the attachments/accessories specified by the 
manufacturer!
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Caution!
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. return the 
equipment to the manufacturer for battery replacement.
The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical 
burn if mistreated. Do not disassemble the camera, store above 
60°C, or incinerate. The battery is factory replaceable only and 
must be replaced with the identical battery pack.
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1Introduction
FLIR’s Scout PS-Series thermal handheld cameras give 
hikers, hunters, and outdoorsmen the ability to see clearly 
in total darkness, providing a wealth of information during any 
nighttime excursion.
The Scout PS-Series camera enables 
the outdoorsman to:
• See animals and difficult terrain in reduced visibility 
or total darkness
• See through smoke, dust, and light fog
• See camouflage and foliage in any lighting conditions
• 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
2) 
night vision devices, which means you can see clearly even without 
any visible light at all. People, animals, and objects all make their 
own heat and their own contrast, and are clearly seen by the 
Scout PS-Series camera in even the most adverse conditions.
Scout PS-Series Camera Image  Visible Image
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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
• Palm-Sized Portability and Light Weight—Only 12 Ounces
• Embedded LED Tasklight
• USB Cable for battery charging
• Rechargeable Internal Li-Ion battery—Provides up to 5 hours of 
camera operation on a single charge.
Caution!
Do not disassemble the camera enclosure. Disassembly can cause 
permanent damage and will void the warranty.
Do not point the camera directly at extremely high-intensity 
radiation sources, such as the sun, lasers, arc welders, etc.
Be careful not to leave fingerprints on the camera’s infrared optics. 
Clean only with low pressure fresh water and a lens cloth.
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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; the following items are included in the camera 
package:
USB Cable Soft Carrying Pouch
Wrist StrapLens Cover
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• PS24 and PS32 Camera Options
The following optional accessories are available for the Scout PS-
Series camera
Floating LanyardMolle-Compatible Belt Holster
Camera Carrying Pouch
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3 Operating Your Scout PS-Series 
Camera
3–1 Camera Features and Controls
Power
2× zoom/
White hot/ Display Brightness/ 
Black hot/Eyepiece
USB/Charging(Tasklight On/Off
Adjustable
diopter ±2
Instalert Plug
LED Tasklight
Lanyard Clip
when Camera in off state)Freeze Frame
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3–2 Charging the Camera
Caution!
The battery in the camera should 
be fully charged prior to use.
To charge the camera, lift the 
cover from the USB port, plug in 
the USB cable provided with the 
camera, and also plug it into a USB 
power source.
• When charging correctly, the charging indicator will be lit orange.
• When fully charged, the charging indicator will light solid green. 
The initial charge time is approximately 5 hours.
To assure proper charging, Scout PS-Series cameras should be 
t u r n e d  O F F  t h r o u g h o u t  t h e  c h a r g i n g  c y c l e .   C h a r g i n g  M U S T  o n l y  b e  
done when the camera is at room temperature; 0 to 40°C (32 to 
104°F) or battery damage may occur.
Plug in USB Charger
Charging indicator orange
Charging indicator greenwhen charging
when fully charged
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