L-3 Communications X-50 User Manual - 7.  Warranty

Manual is about: Thermal Imaging Camera

Summary of X-50

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    User manual.

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    Page 2 x-50 user manual this equipment has been tested and found 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 protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generat...

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    User manual p/n 1000385-1 ©2007 l-3 communications infrared products. All rights reserved registered trademarks of l-3 communications infrared products patents this product is covered by one or more of the following patents: u.S. Patent nos.: 5,288,649; 5,367,167; 6,267,501; 6,586,831; 6,521,477; 6,...

  • Page 4: Table of Contents

    Table of contents 1. Introduction...............................................................6 welcome to infrared ...................................................6 handling & precautions ........................................9 contacting l-3 communications infrared products..10 2. Operation...

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    Page 5 x-50 user manual ac/dc power adapter ..................................... 26 power cable...................................................... 27 video cable ...................................................... 27 4. Specifications..............................................................

  • Page 6: 1.  Introduction

    Page 6 x-50 user manual 1. Introduction thank you for choosing the x-50 thermal imaging camera. With its small size, rugged design, and simplicity, you can now focus on the job at hand, rather than the camera in your hand. Before using this camera, please read these instructions carefully, and retai...

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    Page 7 x-50 user manual infrared energy, often referred to as infrared or ir, is electromagnetic radiation that travels in a straight line through space, similar to visible light. Although infrared shares some of the properties of visible light, its different wavelength has several unique characteri...

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    Infrared energy is emitted proportionally to the temperature of an object . The warmer the object, the more energy it emits. The infrared energy from the objects is focused by the optics , onto an infrared detector . The information from the infrared detector is passed to electronics for image proce...

  • Page 9: Handling & Precautions

    Handling & precautions all batteries can cause property damage or bodily injury if a conductive material such as jewelry or keys touch exposed terminals. Exercise care when placing batteries inside a pocket, case, or other container with metal objects. Do not replace batteries in a potentially explo...

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    Page 10 x-50 user manual contacting l-3 communications infrared products the customer service department is available to assist with questions about this product. When you contact us, please have the following information available: ⇒ camera part number ⇒ camera serial number part and serial numbers...

  • Page 11: 2.  Operation

    2. Operation x-50 features rubber armored construction submersible to 3 meters floats in water standard aa batteries viewing range – 15ft to infinity. Rotate lens for close range (4ft -15ft). Page 11 x-50 user manual.

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    Single button operation variable brightness display long eye-relief – supports use w/glasses and face shields connect external power or external video (requires optional cables) model & serial number behind the external connections plug tripod mount (1/4-20 thread) battery icon indicates charge page...

  • Page 13: Holding The Camera

    Holding the camera the camera can be mounted to a tripod using the 1/4-20 insert. Tripod mount the camera can be held either right-, or left-handed. Page 13 x-50 user manual.

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    To avoid dropping the camera, attach the strap provided. Both a neck strap, and a wrist strap are provided for your convenience. Attach the strap to the camera by looping it through the attachment point as shown below. The camera can be held in any orientation and the image in the lcd display will r...

  • Page 15: Loading The Batteries

    Loading the batteries opening the battery compartment door unscrew battery compartment door knob counterclockwise. Open the door to install batteries. Page 15 x-50 user manual.

  • Page 16: Installing 2 Aa Batteries

    Installing 2 aa batteries + & – symbols inside the battery compartment indicate the direction to install batteries. Notice the raised tab next to the + sign, and the sunken tab next to the - sign. Use these to install the batteries in complete darkness by feel without having to see the battery symbo...

  • Page 17: Acceptable Battery Types

    Closing the battery compartment door close the battery compartment door by screwing the knob clockwise. Acceptable battery types the camera will operate from the following types as long as they are aa size: ⇒ alkaline ⇒ nickel-metal-hydride (nimh) rechargeable ⇒ lithium the camera does not have an i...

  • Page 18: Replacing Batteries

    Page 18 x-50 user manual replacing batteries when replacing batteries, always replace both batteries. Mixing a fresh battery with a partially discharged battery is potentially hazardous. Never mix battery types (alkaline, rechargeable, lithium, etc). Both batteries must be of the same type. Remove b...

  • Page 19: Turning On The Power

    Turning on the power rotate the power knob clockwise to turn on the camera. Camera warm-up the camera requires approximately three seconds of warm-up time during which a logo appears on the camera display. After three seconds, the logo is replaced by the thermal image. Automatic camera shutter the x...

  • Page 20: Automatic Contrast

    Page 20 x-50 user manual automatic contrast the x-50 constantly adjusts video contrast based upon the informational content in the scene. When viewing people, automobiles, boats, and other warm objects at close range, the video gain is automatically decreased resulting in more detail on facial featu...

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    Determining remaining battery power a battery icon is displayed in the lcd display indicating the approximate amount of charge remaining in the batteries. New alkaline batteries generally provide enough charge for approximately 2 hours of operation, while new lithium batteries typically provide enou...

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    Adjusting the display brightness turn the on/off knob clockwise past the on/off detent to increase the lcd display brightness. Turn counterclockwise to decrease the brightness. On off dim bright to maximize battery life, set the lcd display to the minimum practical brightness setting. Page 22 x-50 u...

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    Focusing for close-up operation the x-50 has overall viewing range from 4 feet to infinity. In the far focus position, objects from 15 feet to infinity are in focus. By rotating the lens, objects as close as 4 feet can be brought into focus. Far focus near focus the lens may feel difficult to turn. ...

  • Page 24: Cleaning

    Page 24 x-50 user manual cleaning do not apply any chemicals to the camera. Clean as follows: ⇒ clean the body of the camera using a water- moistened cloth. ⇒ clean the lens with a cleaner/cloth that has been specially formulated for cleaning camera lenses (one is provided). If additional cloths are...

  • Page 25: 3.  Accessories

    Page 25 x-50 user manual 3. Accessories contact l-3 communications infrared products, for accessories that are approved for use with your x-50 camera. Accessory video and power cables common accessories for the x-50 camera are: ⇒ ac/dc power adapter ⇒ power cable ⇒ video cable ⇒ hard shell carry cas...

  • Page 26: Ac/dc Power Adapter

    Operating with video and power cables the x-50 external connections are located beneath the rear-plug cover. Lift tab to open push to close power video ac/dc power adapter connect the ac/dc power adapter to the x-50 connector labeled power , and the other side an ac power wall outlet. Connecting the...

  • Page 27: Power Cable

    Page 27 x-50 user manual power cable connect the power cable to the x-50 connector labeled power , and to any 12 volt dc power source. Operation of the x-50 will be the same as described in the section ac/dc power adapter. The power supply must be capable of supplying at least 500ma. The supply volt...

  • Page 28: 4.  Specifications

    Page 28 x-50 user manual 4. Specifications detector type amorphous-silicon microbolometer spectral response 7 to 14 microns thermal performance time to operation ~ 3 seconds contrast/level automatic (electronic image control) image touch-up automatic (mechanical shutter) infrared polarity white-hot ...

  • Page 29: Physical Specifications

    Page 29 x-50 user manual physical specifications 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; with 2” eye relief environmental operating temperature 14 0 f to 122 0 f (-10 0 c to +50 0 c) storage temperature -4 0 f to 176 0 f* (-20...

  • Page 30: Features:

    Page 30 x-50 user manual features: • enhanced dsp image processing • on-screen battery-level indicator • left- or right-hand operation with rugged slip-resistant grip • tactile battery loading feature for night-time installations • long eye-relief viewfinder for easy use w/glasses, face shields stan...

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    Page 31 x-50 user manual 5. Frequently asked questions q1 can different battery types be used? A1 you may use alkaline, nickel-metal-hydride (nimh) rechargeable, or lithium batteries as long as they are size aa. With any of these types, when the batteries fully discharge, erratic camera shutdown may...

  • Page 32: 6.  Troubleshooting Guide

    Page 32 x-50 user manual 6. Troubleshooting 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 the lcd display brightness is too low adjust the display brightness by turning t...

  • Page 33: 7.  Warranty

    Page 33 x-50 user manual 7. Warranty l-3 communications infrared products warranty product(s) will conform to l-3 ip’s current drawings and specifications at the time of delivery and be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for twelve (12) months, beginning on th...

  • Page 34: Warranty Registration Card

    Page 34 x-50 user manual no other warranties, express or implied, are made with respect to the product(s) including, but not limited to, any implied warranty of merchantability, non- infringent or fitness for a particular purpose. In no event shall l-3 ip or its licensors be liable for indirect, inc...

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    Page 35 x-50 user manual how to return products for warranty repair 1. Return the product to your authorized dealer. The dealer will notify the service department by telephone at 800–990–3275 (us) or 972-528-1528 (int’l) before returning any product. 2. A return authorization (ra) number will be ass...

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    L-3 communications infrared products customer service department 13532 north central expressway, ms 37 dallas, texas 75243 800-990-3275 (u.S.) 972-528-1528 (international) 1000385-1 rev b.