Flir ThermovisionTS Scout Operators Manual

Scout
Thermal Night Vision Camera
Operator’s Manual
Document Number:  431-TS00-00-10
Revision: 110
June 2011 

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Table of Contents
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Scout Camera Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Detection Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Getting Started  . . . . . . ....

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1Introduction
FLIR’s Scout handheld thermal imaging cameras give hikers, hunters, 
and outdoorsmen the ability to see clearly in total darkness, providing 
a wealth of valuable information during any nighttime excursion.
The Scout camera enables the outdoorsman to:
• See animals and difficult terrain in reduced visibility and total 
darkness
• See through smoke, dust, and light fog
• See camouflage and foliage in any lighting conditions
• See more—and see farther—than with...

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1–1 Scout Camera Features
• Rugged design—Built to withstand the demands of outdoor 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.
• Choose the 19 mm lens with 24° field of view or include a 
removable 2× optical extender. Or, for longer-range viewing a 65 
mm lens with 7° field of view is available.
• Two-sided Hand...

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1–2 Detection Range1
The illustration below shows the comparative range performance of 
the Scout camera with different lens configurations. The data is based 
on detecting a man 1.8 meters tall (and one-half meter wide).
1. Actual range may vary depending on camera set-up, 
environmental conditions, and user experience.
19 mm 
Lens
19 mm 
Lens with 
2
× 
Extender
65 mm 
Lens
500 yd. (450 m)
863 yd. (790 m)
1586 yd. (1.45 km) 

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1–3 Cautions
Do not disassemble the camera enclosure. Disassembly can 
cause permanent damage and will void the warranty.
Keep the compartment covers closed to avoid exposing the 
cameras electronics to water or debris.
Do not point the camera directly at extremely high-intensity 
radiation sources, such as the sun, lasers, arc welders, etc.
Only use the auxiliary power adapters provided with your 
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2 Getting Started
The Scout cameras shown below are available with the features, 
options, and accessories described in this manual.
19 mm Lens Configuration
TS32r with 65 mm LensFocus 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.
• TS24, TS32, and TS32r Cameras
In addition to the camera, Quick Start card, 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