Bullard TacSight S2 User manual

TacSight™ S2 Thermal Imager
User Manual
Congratulations
Congratulations on the purchase of your newTacSight S2Thermal Imager
from Bullard.TheTacSight S2Thermal Imager combines advanced thermal
imaging technology with our expertise in impact and element resistant
engineered materials to bring you the most durable thermal imager on the
market. The TacSight S2's innovative, compact design and logical, easy-to-
use interface presents the latest innovation in thermal imaging for law
enforcement, tactical, patrol and surveillance applications.
Some of the many uses for your TacSight S2 Thermal Imager
include:
•Vehicle Pursuits and Fugitive Searches
•Perimeter Surveillance
•Search and Rescue
•Hidden Compartments in Vehicles
•Marine and Ground Surveillance
•Environmental Law Enforcement
•Officer Safety
Bullard stands readyto support your department with industry leading
thermal imager training materials and Law Enforcement Thermographers
Association (L.E.T.A.) certified instructors.
NOTE
To help us better serve you, please fill out the warranty card
enclosed with yourTacSight S2Thermal Imager.
Read all instructions and warnings before using this product. Failure to
observe this information could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Lens
Power Button
Battery
LCD Screen
Side Strap
Rear Boot
Polycarbonate
Display Cover Lens Bezel
Figure 1
Display Brightness
Control Switch

Use and Operation
Power
To turn on theTacSight S2 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 short calibration sequence.
The image will appear in approximately five seconds. To turn off power,
depress the power button.
NOTE
You will periodically observe a momentary freeze in the image.
This is normal and is a function of the self-calibration shutter.The
shutter will activate every 30 seconds to three minutes
depending on the environment.
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 is fully charged. You may leave the
battery in the charger indefinitelyas the battery will not overcharge. For
maximum battery life and performance, you should remove the battery
from the charger and completely discharge it on a monthly basis.
Loading/Unloading the Battery
Loading and unloading the battery on theTacSight S2 is easy (Figure 4).
Toinstall a battery,slide the battery into the groove on the bottom of the
unit and ensure that the battery is properly seated. To remove a battery,
depress both battery locking buttons simultaneously and slide the battery
out of the unit. Since it can onlybe loaded one way,the battery is easily
replaced in the dark.
Additionally, as with all batteries, your rechargeable battery will experience
aslow drain of its charge during storage.The amount of drain varies widely
based on storage conditions. For best performance, charge each of your
batteries every week.
NOTE
Bullard provides an optional AA Alkaline Battery case which can
be used as an alternative to the standard 10 volt NiMH
rechargeable batteries. The AA alkaline battery case requires
eight AA alkaline batteries. Once the batteries are installed, the
case loads into the unit in the same manner as the standard
NiMH battery.
Due to the unique way that alkaline batteries disperse power to
the unit, the LED indicators will report battery levels that are not
necessarily indicative of the the battery's actual remaining
charge.
Display Brightness Control Switch
TacSight S2 has a display brightness control switch (Figure 5).It is
located on the left side of the camera housing, just above the hand strap,
toward the rear of the housing, close to the display frame.This is a three
position switch. The top position allows a full bright display. The middle
position results in a full off display. The bottom position allows a dimmed
display.Full detail image transmission to a remote receiver,with the
TacSight S2 transmitter installed, occurs in all three display switch
positions.
Lens Options
TacSight S2 is available with an 11 degree field of view (FOV) lens generally
desirable for longer-distance viewing such as surveillance and patrol
applications or a 50 degree FOV lens for close-up operations, such as
tactical use.TheTacSight S2 logo on the exterior of the unit will include the
designation “WA” for “wide-angle” if theTacSight S2 is equipped with the
50 degree FOV lens.
Side Straps
The side straps are designed to be field replaceable.Users can order
replacements and install them without having to return the thermal imager
to the factory.
Removing/Installing the Side Straps
Toremove either of the right or left side straps, loosen the strap and pull it
through the strap loop located on either side of the LCD display (Figure
6).Remove the screw that holds the strap to the imager.To install, fasten
the strap to the unit using the screw provided. Feed the strap through the
strap loop and adjust to the desired length.
Adjusting the Side Straps
To adjust a side strap, loosen the hook and loop and set to the desired
length.
Figure 2
Power Button
Figure3
CAUTION
An ACAdapter is supplied with the unit for powering the battery charger.
When using ACpower,do not substitute an adapter with a different
specification. Failure to observe this instruction may result in equipment
and/or property damage.
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 heat sources. Failure to observe this
instruction may result in equipment damage.
Figure 5
Figure 4
Figure 6
Battery Locking Buttons
Side Strap

TacSight S2 Thermal Imager
User Manual
Care Instructions
TheTacSight S2Thermal Imager requires little maintenance. For best
results, periodically:
•Clean the outside of the unit with mild soap or detergent.
•Wipe the lens with a soft cloth.
•Clean the display with a soft cloth.
•Check screw tightness on side straps and display cover.
•Store yourTacSight S2 in the vehicle mount, or in the rugged hard case.
Cleaning the Lens
TheTacSight S2 lens is recessed in an impact resistant bezel.The lens can
be cleaned with a soft cloth and soapy water as required.
Replacing the Video Display Cover Window
The display cover (Figure7) has a scratch resistant hard coating to
minimize marring. However, if heavy scratching or gouging does occur, the
cover window can be replaced. To do this, simply remove the four screws
along the top and bottom of the window.Remove the plastic display cover
window and replace with a new one making sure that the countersink slots
around the mounting holes are facing outward.
Service
If your Bullard Thermal Imager is not performing properly, please contact
Bullard Customer Service at 877-BULLARD (285-5273). Outside the US &
Canada, call 1-859-234-6611. Describe the problem to the Bullard
representative as completely as possible. For your convenience, your
representative will try to help you diagnose or correct the problem over the
phone. Before returning your Bullard thermal imager, you should verify with
your representative that the product should be returned to Bullard. Bullard
Customer Service will provide you with written permission and a return
authorization number.
If the return is a non-warranty repair, a Bullard Customer Service
Representative or your local distributor will provide you with a repair invoice
estimate. To authorize repair, you must provide a purchase order to your
distributor for the amount of the estimate. Once Bullard receives
authorization from your local distributor, we will issue you a return
authorization number so that you can return the unit to Bullard. Bullard will
repair the unit and ship it from our factory within 48 business hours (two
business days). If the cost of repairs exceeds the stated quote by more than
15% or by more than $100, a Bullard representative will re-estimate your
repair and your local distributor will contact you for authorization to
complete repairs. After repairs are completed and the goods have been
returned to you, your distributor will invoice you for the actual repair
amount.
NOTE
Do not attempt to disassemble the sealed case of your Bullard
TacSight S2Thermal Imager. If the unit is not functioning properly,
return it to Bullard (as described in the Service section) for
evaluation. Disassembling the unit voids all warranties.
Prior to retruning, decontaminate and clean yourThermal Imager to remove
any hazardous or contaminated materials that may have settled on the
product during use. Laws and/or shipping regulations prohibit the shipment
of hazardous or contaminated materials. Products suspected of
contamination will be professionally decontaminated at the customer's
expense.
Returned products will be inspected upon return to the Bullard facility.If the
repair is under warranty, Bullard will repair the unit and ship it from our
factory within 48 business hours.
CAUTION
Do not use solvents or paint thinners to clean yourTacSight S2Thermal
Imager as they could permanently mar the surface or degrade the
properties of the outer shell. Failure to observe this instruction may
result in equipment damage.
Figure 7
WARNING
The TacSight S2 Thermal Imager is not certified as intrinsically safe.
Vapors from organic solvents and high dust concentrations can
create potentially explosive atmospheres that can be triggered
byaspark from equipment such as a thermal imager.
Failure to observe this warning could result in death or serious injury.

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Warranty
Bullard warrants to the original purchaser that the TacSight S2 Thermal
Imager, transmitter, MobileLink, Mobile Command Center, Powerhouse and
Battery Chargers if applicable, are free of defects in materials and
workmanship under intended use and service for a period of one (1) year
from date of manufacture. Bullard’s obligation under this warranty is
limited to repairing or replacing, at the Company’s option, articles that are
returned within the warranty period and that, after examination, are shown
to the Company’s satisfaction to be defective, subject to the following
limitations:
a) Article must be returned to Bullard with shipping charges prepaid.
Bullard’s repair policy may cover inbound freight charges.
b) Article must not be altered from its original configuration.
c) Articles must not have been misused, abused, or damaged in transport.
d) Maintenance and field replaceable items, if defective, are covered under
warranty for a ninety (90) day period.
These items include:
•Batteries
•Straps
•Display covers
• AC/DC adapters
•All accessories except transmitter, MobileLink, Mobile Command Center
and Powerhouse
Bullard provides a limited lifetime warranty on the TacSight S2 Thermal
Imager outer shell. This warrants that the outer shell is free of defects in
materials and workmanship under intended use and service for the original
purchaser. Bullard’s obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or
replacing, at the Company’s option, articles that after examination are
shown to the Company's satisfaction to be defective, subject to the
following limitations:
a) Article must be returned to Bullard with shipping charges prepaid.
Bullard’s repair policy may cover inbound freight charges.
b) Article must not be altered from its original configuration.
c) Article must not have been misused, abused, or damaged in transport.
d)When the outer shell is obsolete and Bullard no longer stocks the part,
the limited lifetime warranty will be terminated.
In no event shall Bullard be responsible for damages, loss of use, or other
indirect, incidental, consequential or special costs, expenses or damages
incurred by the purchaser, notwithstanding that Bullard has been advised
of the possibility of such damages.
Any implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness
for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to one (1) year from the date
of manufacture of this product.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages or allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights
which vary from state to state.
Extended Warranty
The extended warranty has all the same terms and conditions as the one-
year warranty, except it is for the period of two years.This warranty can be
purchased directlyfrom Bullard or through anyauthorized Bullard
distributor.The extended warranty must be purchased within 30 days of the
original order.
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