Use and Operation
Power
To turn on your TacSight SE35 Thermal Imager, simply depress the large,
dark gray power button under the LCD display
(Figure 2).
Upon pressing
the power button, the thermal imager will initiate a calibration sequence.
During this process, the display will show “TacSight SE35.” The image will
appear in approximately 30 seconds. To turn off power, depress and release
the power button.
The TacSwitch
This switch, located on the top of the thermal imager, allows the user to
alter the brightness of the LCD display. For standard operations, the switch
should be set to the right for “full brightness” on the LCD. In situations
where it is desirable to limit the backlighting of the user from the LCD, the
switch can be moved to the left, or “dim” position, which reduces the output
of light from the LCD.
For clandestine surveillance operations, an optional TacScope monocular
eyepiece can be attached to the bottom of the TacSight SE35. The thermal
image will display wihtin the monocular scope and the user can switch the
TacSwitch into the “LCD Off” position by moving the switch to the center
position.
Note that the position of the TacSwitch does not affect the transmission of
a wireless image via the optional attachable transmitter handle.
Image Controls
Your TacSight SE35 has three buttons on the top of the thermal imager and
a manual turning focus ring on the front of the imager that allow the user
to control specific aspects of the image.
• The button nearest the display activates Zoom mode. By depressing this
button, the user activates 2x digital zoom. Another press of the button
switches the system to 4x digital zoom. A third press of the button brings
the system back to normal. The digital zoom feature can allow the user
to see more detail within an image without getting closer to the scene.
• The center button is the Enhanced mode button. By depressing this
button, the thermal imager gain is increased, enhancing image sensitivity.
When viewing scenes of moderate and similar temperatures, enhanced
mode can improve the ability to discern details.
• The button nearest the lens is the Polarity button. Activating this button
changes the thermal imager from “white hot” to “black hot.” This allows
the user to compare scenes under different polarity schemes, potentially
improving image interpretation. Also, certain agencies may train with
and prefer one polarity system over the other.
• The hardened thermoplastic ring on the front of the thermal imager is
the manual focus ring. Turning the ring form left to right allows the user
to focous clearly on an object a s close as 18" or 1/2 meter.
NOTE
You will periodically observe a momentary freeze in the image as
the unit shutters and self-calibrates. This is a normal function of
your thermal imager and it will occur every one to five minutes,
depending on the calibration needs of the unit.
Using the Battery Charger
The battery should be charged in the battery charger using either the AC or
DC adapter provided
(Figure 3)
. To charge the battery, simply insert
battery into the charger so that the metal connectors on the battery are
aligned with the metal connectors in the charger. A red light will illuminate
on the charger to indicate that the battery is charging. When the light on the
charger turns to green, your battery will be fully charged. You may leave the
battery in the charger indefinitely as the battery will not overcharge. For
maximum battery life and performance, you should remove the battery
from the charger and discharge it on a monthly basis.
Figure 2
Power Button
Figure 3
Figure 4
Figure 5
Battery Locking Buttons
Side Strap
Lens
Power Button
Battery
LCD Screen
Side Strap
Rear Boot
Polycarbonate
Display Cover
Lens Bezel
Figure 1
TACSIGHT SE35
CAUTION
During use avoid pointing the camera directly at the sun as this
may damage the microbolometer detector elements. While not
in use, take precautions to store the camera so that the lens is
protected from direct exposure to the sun or intense radiation
sources.
CAUTION
An AC Adapter is supplied with the unit for powering the battery
charger. When using AC power, do not substitute an adapter
with a different specification. Failure to observe this instruction
may result in equipment and/or property damage.
As with all batteries, the positive and negative contacts for the
TacSight battery are exposed. Connecting the contacts located
on the label side of the battery with a conductive material will
complete a circuit and could cause the battery to overheat or
combust. Do not store the battery with the contacts facing a
conductive surface, such as a metal table top. Failure to follow
this warning can result in property damage, fire or serious
physical injury.
WARNING
Zoom
Image Enhancement
Polarity
Manual Focus
Screen Dimming Switch
