FLIR Scout II Series Thermal Imager

1 Introduction

FLIR's Scout II Series thermal handheld cameras provide hikers, hunters, and outdoorsmen with the ability to see clearly in total darkness, offering valuable information during any nighttime excursion.

The Scout II Series camera enables users 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 farther than with low-light night vision goggles.

The Scout II Series camera creates images from heat, not light, a capability beyond the naked eye or image-intensified (I²) night vision devices. This allows clear visibility even in the complete absence of visible light. People, animals, and objects generate their own heat, creating contrast that is clearly visible with the Scout II Series camera under even the most adverse conditions.

Image Description: Comparison of a standard visible light image and a thermal image, showing how the Scout II Series camera reveals heat signatures, such as deer in darkness.

1-1 Scout II Series Camera Features

The FLIR Scout II Series cameras offer a range of features designed for rugged outdoor use:

• Rugged design: Built to withstand demanding outdoor conditions.
• Microbolometer sensor: Provides excellent image quality and clarity.
• Resolution: Scout II 320 features 336x256 pixel resolution with a 17° horizontal field of view. Scout II 240 features 240x180 pixel resolution with a 24° horizontal field of view.
• Portability: Palm-sized and lightweight, weighing only 12 ounces.
• Embedded LED Task Light: For illumination when needed.
• USB Cable: For battery charging.
• USB/Video Adapter Cable: Enables video output (Scout II 320 only).
• Rechargeable Internal Li-Ion battery: Offers up to 5 hours of camera operation on a single charge.

Caution!

• Do not disassemble the camera enclosure, as this can cause permanent damage and void the warranty.
• Avoid pointing the camera directly at extremely high-intensity radiation sources such as the sun, lasers, or arc welders.
• Handle the camera carefully to avoid leaving fingerprints on the infrared optics. Clean only with low-pressure fresh water and a lens cloth.

2 Getting Started

The Scout II Series camera is available with various features, options, and accessories. Refer to the packing list included with your camera shipment to confirm the exact contents of your package.

In addition to the camera and a Quick Start card, the following items are typically included in the camera package:

• Lens Cover
• Wrist Strap
• USB Cable
• USB/Video Adapter Cable (Scout II 320 only)
• Molle-Compatible Belt Holster
• USB Power Adapter Set

Image Description: Illustration of included camera accessories: lens cover, wrist strap, USB cable, USB/Video adapter cable (Scout II 320 only), belt holster, and power adapter set. Optional accessories: floating lanyard, carrying pouch.

The following optional accessories are available for the Scout II Series cameras:

• Floating Lanyard
• Camera Carrying Pouch

2-1 Charging the Camera

Caution!

For proper charging, the Scout II Series camera should be turned OFF. Charging should only be performed when the camera temperature is between 0°C and 40°C (32°F to 104°F) to prevent battery damage.

The camera battery should be fully charged before its first use. To charge the camera, lift the cover from the USB port, connect the provided USB cable, and plug the other end into a USB power source.

• When charging correctly, the charging indicator light will be orange.
• When fully charged, the charging indicator light will turn solid green. The initial charge time is approximately 5 hours.

Image Description: Diagram of the camera's USB port and charging indicator light, showing orange for charging and green for fully charged.

2-2 Using USB/Analog Video Adapter Cable—Scout II 320 only

To obtain analog video output, insert the adapter cable into the USB connector. The camera will detect the adapter cable and provide the video stream. Use an RCA cable to connect to a monitor or a video recorder.

Image Description: Diagram of the USB/Video adapter cable connected to the camera, with an RCA cable for video output.

When using the USB/Analog Video Adapter cable to record video or supply video to a remote monitor, it may be beneficial to disable the camera's Auto Shutdown feature.

2-3 Scout II Series Power Management

Your Scout II Series camera features a power management system providing up to five hours of continuous operation. When left in the Off state, the battery can hold a charge for up to two months. Understanding the camera's basic power states is key to maximizing its use.

• When turning the camera on from the Off state, it takes approximately five seconds to become operational. During boot-up, the FLIR splash screen appears, followed briefly by the software version. Pressing the Power button toggles the camera between On and Off.
• The camera automatically shuts down after approximately five minutes of inactivity (no buttons pressed). The display will show "Auto shutdown 30s," and after a 30-second countdown, the camera will power off.

Camera States:

2-4 Scout II/LS-X/LS-XR/Ocean Scout End User Tool

The Scout II/LS-X/LS-XR/Ocean Scout end user tool is a graphical user interface (GUI) designed for use with FLIR handheld thermal imaging cameras, including the Scout II Series, LS Series, and Ocean Scout. These cameras are often referred to collectively as "Cayman" cameras.

This software allows users to make minor configuration adjustments, such as enabling or disabling camera sounds or changing the automatic shutdown timer. It can also be used for camera firmware upgrades when available.

To download the GUI, visit the FLIR website and navigate to the Software section to download the end user tool.

The tool allows users to read camera settings and modify available camera features by selecting the "Configuration" tab.

Image Description: Screenshots of the FLIR End User Tool GUI, demonstrating configuration options and software upgrade features.

3 Operating Your Scout II Series Camera

3-1 Camera Features and Controls

Image Description: Diagram labeling the controls on the FLIR Scout II Series camera, including Power, Brightness, Zoom, Freeze Frame, and Eyepiece.

3-2 Buttons and Controls

Power Button

Turns the camera On and Off.

Display Brightness Button

Cycles through five levels of display brightness. Each press advances to the next level. When the highest level is reached, subsequent presses cycle back to lower levels, and vice versa. An icon indicating the current brightness level is displayed for approximately 3 seconds after pressing the button.

Note: When the Scout II Series camera is powered Off, holding the Display Brightness button turns on the LED Task Light.

White Hot/Black Hot/InstAlert™ Button

Toggles between two video palettes (White Hot, Black Hot) and four InstAlert™ color palettes. In White Hot, hotter objects appear white/light grey. In Black Hot, hotter objects appear black/dark grey. InstAlert™ palettes highlight the hottest objects in red for easier detection of people and animals. All InstAlert™ palettes are based on the White Hot palette.

White Hot is the most common and intuitive method. Black Hot can improve contrast in certain conditions. The selected palette icon is displayed for approximately 3 seconds during switching.

Image Description: Icons for color palettes (White Hot, Black Hot, InstAlert™) and zoom/freeze frame functions. Diagram of the adjustable diopter control.

Zoom Button—Scout II 320 only

Switches between full resolution (no zoom) and 2x digital zoom. The central part of the image is magnified when 2x zoom is selected. The zoom status icon is continuously displayed when zoom is active.

Freeze Frame Button—Scout II 240 only

Freezes the video to allow close inspection of a single frame.

Diopter Controls

The adjustable diopter lever allows for optimum image sharpness in the eyepiece. The neutral position is when the lever points straight away from the front of the camera. Adjust the diopter for the sharpest image in the viewfinder.

3-3 Battery

Your Scout II Series camera uses a rechargeable internal Li-Ion battery.

Battery Status Indicator: While the camera is On, a battery status indicator is displayed in the corner of the screen, estimating the remaining battery charge.

Image Description: Battery status indicator icons: full charge, half charge, and charging.

3-4 Auto Shutdown Operation

Auto Shutdown is a feature designed to prevent premature battery drain by automatically turning the camera off when left idle.

Auto Shutdown activates if the following conditions are met:

• The camera is On.
• No buttons have been pressed for approximately five minutes.

When these conditions are met, the display will show "Auto shutdown 30s," and the camera will shut down after a 30-second countdown. Pressing any button during this countdown will cancel the shutdown and resume normal operation, but the button's normal function will not be executed.

4 Technical Data

4-1 Scout II Series Model Features

Environmental

Physical

Field of View

Range Detection

1. Actual range may vary depending on camera set-up, environmental conditions, and user experience.

Legal and Disposal Information

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This documentation is subject to change without notice.

Proper Disposal of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE)

The European Union (EU) enacted the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) to promote responsible disposal, reuse, recycling, and recovery of EEE waste. Products labeled with the "crossed out wheeled bin" symbol must not be disposed of with regular household or commercial waste. Instead, they should be responsibly discarded or recycled to prevent harm to the environment or human health. Contact your local waste collection service, original place of purchase, or government authority for disposal methods. Business users should consult their supplier or purchase contract.

Important Instructions and Notices to the User

Modification of this device without FLIR Commercial Systems, Inc.'s express authorization may void the user's authority under FCC rules to operate this device.

Note 1: 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 radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used according to instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. If interference occurs, users are encouraged to try correcting it by:

• Reorienting or relocating the receiving antenna.
• Increasing the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connecting the equipment to a different circuit than the receiver.
• Consulting the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician.

Industry Canada Notice

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Avis d'Industrie Canada: Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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