Bullard TACSIGHT User manual

TACSIGHT™ Thermal Imager
User Manual
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Congratulations
Congratulations on the purchase of your new TACSIGHT Thermal
Imager from Bullard. The TACSIGHT Thermal Imager combines
advanced thermal imaging technology with our expertise in high,
impact-resistant engineered materials to bring you the most
durable thermal imager on the market.TheTACSIGHT’s innovative,
compact design and logical, easy-to-use interface presents the
first truly personalized thermal imaging tool for law enforcement
tactical and patrol applications.
Some of the many uses for your TACSIGHT 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 ready to 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 your TACSIGHT Thermal Imager.
Read all instructions and warnings before using this product.
Failure to observe this information could result in death or
serious injury.
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Use and Operation
Power
To turn on your TACSIGHT 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 5 seconds. To turn off power, depress the power
button.
NOTE
You will periodically observe a momentary freeze in the
image as the unit shutters and self-calibrates.
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.
Loading/Unloading the Battery
Loading and unloading the battery on the TACSIGHT is easy
(Figure 4). To install 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
only be loaded one way, the battery is easily replaced in the dark.
Additionally, as with all batteries, your rechargeable battery will
experience a slow 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 8 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.
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
To remove 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 5). 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
Figure 3
Figure 4
Figure 5
Battery Locking Buttons
Side Strap
CAUTION
A 15 volt 2 amp 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.
Lens
Power Button
Battery
LCD Screen
Side Strap
Rear Boot
Polycarbonate
Display Cover
Lens Bezel
Figure 1
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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.

TACSIGHT Thermal Imager
User Manual
Care Instructions
TheTACSIGHT Thermal Imager requires very little maintenance.
For best results, after each use:
•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.
•Store your TACSIGHT in the vehicle mount, or in the rugged
hard case.
Cleaning the Lens
The TACSIGHT 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 (Figure 7) 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 TACSIGHT Thermal Imager is not performing properly,
please contact Bullard Technical Support at 877-BULLARD (285-
5273).
Describe the problem to the technical support representative as
completely as possible. For your convenience, your representative
will try to help you correct the problem over the phone, or will
transfer you to the Bullard Service Center. Before returning your
TACSIGHT Thermal Imager:
1. Verify with your representative that the product should be
returned to Bullard. The Bullard Technical Support/Service
Center will provide you with written permission and a return
authorization number.
2. Before returning the product, decontaminate and clean your
Thermal 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.
3. Ship returned products, including those under warranty, with all
transportation charges pre-paid. Bullard cannot accept returned
goods on a freight-collect basis.
4. Returned products will be inspected upon return to the Bullard
facility. The Service Center will telephone you with a quote for
required repair work that is not covered by warranty. If the cost
of repairs exceeds stated quote by more than 20%, your
Technical Support Representative will call you for authorization
to complete repairs. After repairs are completed and the goods
have been returned to you, Bullard will invoice you for actual
work performed.
Optional Display Brightness Control Switch
If your TACSIGHT has the optional display brightness control
switch (Figure 8), you will find it 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 3 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 theTACSIGHT transmitter installed, is available in all
three display switch positions.
CAUTION
Do not use solvents or paint thinners to clean your TACSIGHT
Thermal 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
CAUTION
The TACSIGHT Thermal Imager should not be stored in sub-
freezing environments. Failure to observe this instruction may
result in equipment damage.
WARNING
Do not attempt to disassemble the sealed case of your
TACSIGHT Thermal Imager. If the unit is not functioning
properly, return it to Bullard for evaluation. Disassembling the
unit voids all warranties.
The TACSIGHT Thermal Imager is not certified as intrinsically
safe.
Failure to observe these warnings could result in death or
serious injury.
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Warranty
Bullard warrants to the original purchaser that the TACSIGHT
Thermal Imager and transmitter 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 Bullard’s option, articles that are returned within the warranty
period and that, after examination, are shown to Bullard’s
satisfaction to be defective, subject to the following limitations:
a) Article must be returned to Bullard with shipping charges
prepaid.
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
•Battery chargers
•Display covers
•AC/DC adapters
•All accessories except transmitter
Bullard provides a limited lifetime warranty on the TACSIGHT
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 Bullard’s
option, articles that after examination are shown to Bullard’s
satisfaction to be defective, subject to the following limitations:
a) Article must be returned to Bullard with shipping charges
prepaid.
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 directly from Bullard or through any
authorized Bullard distributor. The extended warranty must be
purchased within 30 days of the original order.