Summary of X320
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See the unseen user manual.
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2 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 generates, uses, and can radi...
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3 user manual p/n 5002035-1 ©2013 l-3 communications infrared products. All rights reserved 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; 6,690,014; 6,479,320, 6,879,035, 7,015,074, 7,262,412, 7,375,3...
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4 1. Introduction ............................................................................... 5 welcome to infrared .......................................................... 5 handling & precautions ..................................................... 7 contacting l-3 communications infrared p...
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5 1. Introduction thank you for choosing the x320 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 retain them for future refe...
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6 the x320 was designed to sense differing amounts of long wavelength infrared coming from the various areas of a scene and to convert them to corresponding intensities of visible light on a display. This allows true see–in–the–dark capability, as well as the ability to discern additional informatio...
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7 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...
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8 2. Operation the x320 thermal imaging camera rubber armored construction submersible to 1 meter floats in water standard aa batteries user control switch: rotate for on/off and display brightness short push for electronic zoom long push for white/black hot, hot target level i/ii, and custom color ...
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9 holding the camera the camera can be mounted to a tripod using the 1/4-20 insert. the camera can be held either right-handed, or left-handed. 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 th...
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10 loading the batteries open the battery door unscrew battery door knob counterclockwise open the door to install batteries install 2 aa batteries “+” & “ – “ symbols inside the battery compartment indicate the direction to install batteries notice the raised tab next to the (+) sign, and the sunke...
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11 batteries the camera operates from several battery types – alkaline, nickel-metal-hydride (nimh) rechargeable, or lithium l91 - as long as the batteries are aa size. *l91 batteries recommended for maximum operating time the camera does not have an internal battery charger. If using rechargeab...
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12 turning on the power rotate the user control switch rotate the user control switch clockwise to turn on the camera camera start-up the camera requires approximately 5 seconds of start-up time. During these 1 st 5 seconds after the camera is switched on, a logo will appear in the display. After 5 ...
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13 checking the battery power a battery icon appears in the built-in lcd display, to indicate the approximate amount of charge remaining in the batteries. New alkaline batteries generally provide enough charge for approximately 2 hours of continuous operation, while new lithium l91 batteries provide...
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14 adjusting the display brightness turn the user control switch past the on/off detent, continuing to increase the lcd display brightness. Brighter lcd display: turn clockwise dimmer lcd display: turn counterclockwise to maximize battery life, set the lcd display to the minimum brightness setting p...
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15 function for a long push is to cycle through white/black hot and colorized video modes. extended long push (factory defined) – press and hold user control switch for period longer than 5 seconds. *an extended long push resets the camera to factory defaults. This may be desireable if the user wi...
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16 cleaning do not apply any chemicals to the camera. 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, and if additional cloths are needed, they may be purchased from a...
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17 3. Gui included with the x320 is a graphical user interface (gui) that the user can use to customize the scene display and the functionality of the user control switch. When starting the gui a warning message appears on the computer screen it is recommended that the user insert a fresh set of bat...
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18 the single panel screen shown above provides access to all of the customization options available to the user via 10 separate user zones. First make sure that the x320 is turned on and plugged into external power then connect the camera to a computer usb port using the included cable with the usb...
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19 multi-function button settings this zone configures the operation of the user control switch. Drop box expanded the very long push drop box is a factory defined function that resets the x320 to factory defaults and is grayed out since it cannot be re-assigned to another function. Selecting an opt...
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20 1.00× is always selected and is the default power up setting. Factory defaults select 1.00× and 2.00× and pressing the user control switch cycles between these two settings. Colorization sequence sets the x320 to toggle through the selections made in the colorization sequence zone white hot means...
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21 below is an example of a standard image with hot target level i and ii applied. Standard image hot target level i hot target level ii.
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22 custom colorization colorizes the scene displayed based on the temperature settings selected in the custom colorization zone temperature units selected in the temperature units zone applies to the temperature setting temperatures used in the custom colorization settings. Manual touch-up instructs...
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23 that (32767 seconds). The camera automatically performs a touchup when the camera changes temperature by 2°c. With this setting one of the user control switch functions can be assigned to perform manual touch-up for improved image quality. Display icons turns symbology elements on/off in the disp...
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24 do not disconnect the camera from the computer or remove power while data is being saved by apply changes. If the camera loses power while data is being saved, the camera memory may be corrupted. A message pops up to confirm that you want to save the changes you have made. Once the changes have b...
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25 if you have made changes and would like to return to the original factory settings, or if data has been corrupted restores factory settings to the camera. A warning message appears asking you to confirm that you want to return to factory settings. You may also return to factory defaults without u...
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26 operating with video & external power the x320 external connections are located inside the rear plug. Ac/dc power adapter connect the ac/dc power adapter to the x320 connector labeled “power”, and to ac power (wall outlet). If batteries are installed and the ac/dc adapter is connected, the x320 r...
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27 displayed externally. If the internal display is not being used, the brightness should be set to minimum to extend battery life..
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28 4. Additional information specifications detector type amorphous-silicon microbolometer spectral response 7 to 14 microns thermal performance time to operation ~ 5 seconds contrast/level automatic (electronic image control) image touch-up automatic (mechanical shutter) color modes white/black hot...
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29 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 environmental operating temperature -20°c to +60°c storage temperature -20°c to +80°c* waterproof yes, 1 meter submersion with both doors closed buoyant yes, floats in water s...
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30 * storage temperature does not include batteries – always follow battery manufacturers’ recommendations for battery storage. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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31 frequently asked questions q1 can different battery types be used? A1 as long as the battery is an aa size, the user can install alkaline, nimh rechargeable, or lithium. Q2 why does my camera sometimes behave erratically? A2 when batteries become very low, the camera may behave erratically (i.E. ...
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32 trouble shooting guide problem possible cause possible remedy after waiting the 5 seconds of warm up, the video does not appear and/or the screen is white or flashing blue low battery power replace batteries no image in the lcd display (no logo, no battery icon, and no video or white video) the l...
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33 l-3 communications infrared products warranty product(s) will conform to l-3 irp’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 three (3) years, beginning on the date the product is delivered to t...
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34 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 972-840-5611 (int’l) before returning any product. 2. A return authorization (ra) number will be assigned by the service ...
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35 l-3 communications infrared products customer service department 3414 herrmann drive garland, tx 75041 800-990-3275 (u.S.) 972-840-5611 (international) 5002035 rev c.