FLIR Exx series, User Manual

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Handling the camera 10
Note It is very important to adjust the focus correctly. Incorrect focus adjustment affects
how the image modes Thermal MSX , Thermal , and Picture-in-picture work. It also affects
the temperature measurement.
10.5 Autofocusing the infrared camera
10.5.1 General
When autofocusing, the infrared camera can use one of the following focus methods:
• Contrast : The focus is based on maximizing the image contrast.
• Laser : The focus is based on a laser distance measurement. The laser is used when
the camera is autofocusing.
The focus method is configured by a setting. Select ( Settings ) > Device settings > Fo-
cus > Auto focus .
10.5.2 Figure
10.5.3 Procedure
WARNING
Do not point the camera at the face of a person when you use the autofocus function. You can set the
camera to use a laser distance measurement for the focus adjustment. The laser beam can cause eye
irritation.
Follow this procedure:
1. To autofocus the infrared camera, push the Autofocus button.
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