Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product X200xp L-3 Communications
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3 This equipment has been tested and fo und to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable pr otection against harm ful interference in a residential installation.
4 User Manual P/N 7070431 ©2005 L-3 Communications Infrared Products. All Rights Reserved Patents This product is covere d by one or more of the following patents: U.S. Patent Nos.: 5,288,649; 5,367, 167; 6,267,501; 6,5 86,831; 6,521, 477; 6,690,014; 6,479,320 and unde r license to 5,196,703.
5 1. Intr oduct ion .............................................................................. 6 • Welcome to Infr ared .......................................................... 6 • Handling & Pr ecautions.................................
6 1. Introduc tion Thank you for choosing the X200xp Thermal Imaging Camera. With its small size, rugged desi gn, and simplicity, you can now focus on the job at h and, rather th an the camera in your hand. Before using this camera, p lease read these instr uctions carefully, and retain them for future ref erence.
7 The X200xp was designed to sens e differing amounts of long wavelength infrared coming from the various areas of a s cene and to convert them to corresponding intensities of visible light on a display.
8 • Handling & Precautions ⇒ All batteries can cause property damage or bodily injury if a conductive material such as je welry or keys touch exposed terminals. Exercise care when placing b atteries inside a pocket, case, or other cont ainer with metal ob jects.
9 2. Operation • The X200xp Thermal Imaging Camera Rubber Armored construction Submersible to 3 meters Floats in water Standard AA Batteries Viewing Range – 15ft to Infinity Rotate Lens for clos e range (4ft -15ft) Single Button Operation Variable Brightness Dis p la y Long eye-relief – can be used w/glasses, face s hields, etc.
10 • Holding the Camera ⇒ The Camera can be mounted to a tripod using the 1/4-20 ins ert. ⇒ The Camera can be held either right-handed , or left-handed. ⇒ To avoid dropping the camera, atta ch the strap provided. Bo th a neck strap, and a wrist st rap are provided for your convenience.
11 • Loading the Batteries Open the battery Door Unscrew Battery Door knob Counterclockwise Open the door to install batteries Install 2 AA Batterie s “+” & “ – “ symbols inside the batter y compartment indicate th e direction to install batteries Notice the Raised Tab next to the (+) sign, and the Sunken Tab next to the (-) sign.
12 Close the battery Door Close the Batter y Door Screw Battery Door Knob Clockwise Batteries ⇒ The camera will operate from several b attery types – Alkaline, Nickel-Metal-Hydride (NiM h) rechargeable, or Lithium - as long as the Batteries are AA size.
13 Batteries ⇒ When replacing batteri es, always replac e BOTH batteries. Mixing a fresh battery with a p a rtially discharged battery is potentially hazardous. ⇒ Never mix battery types (Alkaline, rechargeable, Li thium, etc). Both bat teries must be of the same t ype.
14 camera will shutter only if i t’s internal temperatur e changes by 10 0 c or more. Automatic Contrast Video contrast is constantly adjusted either higher or lower, based upon the informational content in the scene.
15 • Adjusting the Display Brightness Turn the on/off knob past the on/off deten t, continuing to increase the LCD display brig htness. Brighter LCD Display: Turn Clockwise Dimmer LCD Display: Turn Counterclockwise To maximize battery life, set th e LCD Display to the minimu m brightness setting practical.
16 • Focusing for Close-up Operation The X200xp has overall viewing range from 15ft to infinity. In the Far Focus position, objects from 15ft to infinity will be in focus. By rotating the Lens, objects as close as 4ft can be brought into focus. The Lens may feel difficult to turn.
17 3. Accessories Contact L-3 Communications Infrared Products, for accessori es that are approved for use with your X200xp Camera. • Accessory Video & Po wer Cables Common accessories for the X200xp cam era are: AC/DC Power Adapter Power Cable Video Cable These may appear the same as common power/video cables.
18 AC/DC Power Adapter Connect the AC/DC Power Adapter to the X200xp Connector labeled “Power”, and to AC powe r (wall outlet). Connecting the AC/DC Power Adapter will disable the batteries, and the X200xp will receive its power from this outlet .
19 4. Additional Inform ati on • Specifications Detector Type Amorphous-Silicon Microbolometer Spectral Response 7 to 14 microns Thermal Performance Time to Operation ~ 3 seconds Contrast/Level Auto.
20 Physical Size 5 ¼ x 4 ½ x 2 (inches) 13.4 x 11.4 x 5.1 (cm) Weight 13oz. (381g) with batteries Eye Cup Integral to camera; wi th 2” eye relief Environmental Operating Temperature -20 0 C to +60.
21 • Frequently Aske d Questions Q1 Can different battery types be used? A1 As long as the battery is an AA size, the us er can install Alkaline, NiMh Recharg eable, or Lithium . Q2 Why does my c amera sometim es behave errati cally? A2 When batteri es become very low, the cam era may behave erratically ( i.
22 • Trouble Shooting Guide Problem Possible Cause Possible Remedy After waiting the 3 seconds of warm up, the video does not appear, but the logo keeps flashing Low Battery Power Replace Batteries .
23 Problem Possible Cause Possible Remedy The Battery Gauge show s empty External power is connected to the camera. When external power is connected, the battery gauge will indicate empty, regardless of the condition of the batteries installed The internal display is “flickering/ flashing”, has a “ghost-image”, or has horizontal lines.
24 L-3 Communications Infr ared Products • Warranty Product(s) will conform to L-3 IP’s current drawings and specifications at the time of deliver y and be free from defects i n material and workm.
25 IN NO EVENT SHALL L-3 IP OR ITS LICEN SORS BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENT AL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF USE OR DATA OR INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS, WHET HER UNDER THEORIES IN TORT, CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE, EVEN IF L-3 IP OR ITS LICENSORS HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
26 HOW TO RETURN PRODUCTS FOR WARRANTY REPAIR: 1. Return the product to your Authorized Dealer. The Dealer will notify the servic e department b y telephone at 800–990–3275 (US) or 972-528-1528 (Int’l) before returning any product. 2. A Return Authorization (RA) number will be assigned by the service department.
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28 L-3 Communications Infrared Products Customer Serv ice Departm ent 13532 North Centr al Expressway, MS 37 Dallas, Texas 75 243 800-990-3275 (U.S.) 972-528-1528 (Internatio nal) 7070431 Rev B.
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