Leica CALONOX SIGHT SE User manual

CALONOX SIGHT SE
Instruction manual

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FOREWORD
Dear Customer,
we wish you a great deal of enjoyment and every success with
your new Leica product.
Please read this manual to familiarize yourself with the full scope
of functions your product has to offer.
Please use this product only as described in this manual. Only
then can safe and easy operation be guaranteed.
All the information you need about your product is available any-
time at:
https://www.leica-calonox.com
Your Leica Camera AG
Please read the chapters “Safety Remarks” and “Import-
ant Information” before using the product for the first
time. Knowledge of the content will prevent inadvertent
damage to the product, possible injuries and other risks.
SCOPE OF DELIVERY
The standard scope of delivery* contains the following:
– Calonox Sight SE
– Cordura case
– Charging cable
– Quick Start Guide
– Lens cleaning cloth
– Lens cap with safety cord
– Test certificate
REPLACEMENT PARTS / ACCESSORIES
Contact Leica Customer Care or your specialist Leica retailer for
details on the latest replacement parts / accessory range:
https://leica-camera.com/en-int/dealer-locator
*The actual scope of delivery may vary depending on model.

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LEGAL INFORMATION
LEGAL INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL
COPYRIGHT
All rights reserved.
All text, images and graphics are subject to copyright and other
laws to protect intellectual property. They must not be copied,
modified or used for any purpose including trade purposes.
TECHNICAL DATA
Product changes with regards to the product or services may have
occurred after the editorial deadline. The manufacturer reserves
the right to effect structural or shape changes, color deviations
and changes to the scope of delivery or service, where these
changes or deviations are reasonably acceptable for the customer,
while taking into consideration the interests of Leica Camera AG.
To that extent, Leica Camera AG reserves the right to changes and
errors. The images in this manual may depict accessory, special
features or other items that are not part of the standard scope
of delivery or service. Some pages may contain model types and
services, which are not offered in specific countries.
BRANDS AND LOGOS
The brand names and logos used in this document are protected
trademarks. These brands or logos must not be used without prior
approval by Leica Camera AG.
LICENSE RIGHTS
Leica Camera AG intends to provide you with innovative and
informative documentation. Due to the amount of creativity that
has gone into its design, we ask for your understanding that
Leica Camera AG must protect its intellectual property, including
patents, trademarks and copyrights, and that possession of the
documentation does not infer any licensing rights of the intellectual
property of Leica Camera AG.

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IMPORTANT NOTES REGARDING THE USE OF
THERMAL IMAGING CAMERAS
LEGAL RESTRICTIONS ON USE
In Germany
• The use of thermal imaging cameras in the form of attachments
is subject to weapons or hunting permits and other restrictions,
which may differ from region to region. Please make sure to
request relevant information about their use from local author-
ities.
Outside of Germany
• The use of thermal imaging devices and associated technologies
may be restricted in some countries or regions. You should there-
fore contact your travel agent or the embassy of your destination
country for relevant information beforehand. Violations will be
prosecuted by local authorities.
REGULATORY INFORMATION
You will find the manufacturing date of your product on the stickers
on the packaging. The date format is year/month/day.
CE MARK
The CE mark on our products documents compliance with the
fundamental requirements of applicable EU guidelines.

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DISPOSAL OF ELECTRICAL AND
ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
(Applies within the EU and for other European countries
with active waste separation policies.)
This device contains electrical and/or electronic components
which must not be disposed of in general household waste.
Instead, it should be disposed of at a recycling collection point
provided by your local authority.
This service is free of charge. Any standard or rechargeable
batteries used in this device must be removed and disposed of
separately in accordance with local regulations.
Please contact your local authorities, waste disposal collection
point or the retailer, from whom you purchased the device for
more information on correct waste disposal.

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SAFETY REMARKS
GENERAL INFORMATION
• Do not use your device in the immediate vicinity of devices with
powerful magnetic, electrostatic or electromagnetic fields (e.g.
induction ovens, microwave ovens, television sets or computer
screens, video game consoles, cell phones, broadcasting equip-
ment). Their electromagnetic fields can interfere with recordings.
• Image recording may be affected if you place the device on a
television set or operate it in close proximity of a TV or near a
cell phone.
• Strong magnetic fields, e.g. from speakers or large electric mo-
tors can damage the stored picture data or disrupt recording.
• Do not use the device in the immediate vicinity of radio trans-
mitters or high-voltage power lines. Their electromagnetic fields
may interfere with recordings.
• Do not attempt to remove parts of the housing (covers) yourself.
Repairs must be done at authorized service centers only.
• The device must not come into contact with insect repellent
sprays or other aggressive chemicals. Petroleum spirit, thinner
and alcohol must not be used for cleaning. Some chemicals and
liquids may damage the device housing or its surface coating.
• Keep the device out of the reach of small children.
• Do not use the device while walking. You might trip and fall.
• Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the device; exposing the
internal electronics may cause damage, injury or electric shock.
EYEPIECE
• An eyepiece can have the effect of a magnifying glass when
exposed to direct frontal sunlight. The device must therefore be
protected against extended exposure to direct sunlight. Storing
the device in the shade or ideally in its case will help prevent
damage to the device interior.
SENSOR
• Cosmic radiation (e.g. during flights) may cause pixel defects.
CARRY STRAP
• Once you have attached the carry strap, please make sure that
the clips are mounted correctly to prevent the device falling.
• The carry strap is usually made of very robust material. You
should therefore keep it out of the reach of children. A carry
strap is not a toy and poses a strangulation risk.
• The carry strap should only be used for their intended purpose.
Any other use poses the risk of injury and may possibly result in
damage to the carry strap and is therefore not permitted.
• Carry straps should never be used for cameras/binoculars
during sports activities that pose a risk of entanglement (e.g.
when mountain climbing and similar outdoor activities).

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Do not attempt to take the device apart yourself. Repairs must
only be carried out in authorized workshops.
• Do not touch the glass surfaces with your fingers, especially if
you have previously applied hand cream, insect repellent, etc.
These substances may contain chemicals that damage or de-
stroy the coatings on the glass surfaces.
• Protect the device against any kind of shocks that are not
caused by the weapon.
• Make a note of the serial number of your device, as this infor-
mation will be extremely important in case of loss.

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WARRANTY
In addition to your statutory warranty rights from your dealer,
Leica Camera AG offers a 3-year warranty for this Leica product in
accordance with the conditions started below. The Leica warranty
does not impact on any statutory consumer rights in accordance
with relevant national law or any consumer rights vis-a-vis the
retailer arising from the purchase contract concluded between
them.
WARRANTY CONDITIONS
By purchasing this Leica thermal imaging camera, you have acquired
a product that is manufactured in compliance with special quality
standards, and which was thoroughly tested at each individual pro-
duction step by experienced specialists. Our three-year warranty for
this product commences on the date of sale by an authorized retailer
under the following conditions:
1. In case of a complaint due to a manufacturing fault, we will
assume all material costs during the warranty period. We shall
decide at our own discretion to repair the faulty product, to
replace faulty parts or to replace the entire product with a
faultless product of the same type. All other claims of any kind
and on whatever legal basis shall not be accepted in connection
with this warranty.
2. Wear parts like eyecups, leather details, armoring, carry straps
and accessories are exempt from the warranty. The same applies
for surface damage.
3. Any warranty claims become void if the defect in question is
a result of improper handling – which also includes the use of
third-party accessories – or if the product was manipulated by
unauthorized persons or workshops or if the serial number of
the product was rendered illegible.
4. Warranty claims can be submitted only in conjunction with the
original proof of purchase – complete with the date of purchase,
as well as the address and signature of an authorized retailer.
5. In case of a warranty claim, please send the Leica product, the
original proof of purchase and a description of the fault to Leica
Camera AG Customer Care or a Leica regional subsidiary.
Leica Calonox models come with splash water protection
coating (IPX5).
The device was tested under controlled laboratory conditions
and is classed as IPX5 in accordance with DIN EN 60529.
Please note: the protection coating is not permanent and will
diminish over time. The warranty does not cover liquid damage.
Any attempt to open the device by an unauthorized retailer or
service partner will result in the immediate expiration of the
warranty.
PICK-UP SERVICE FOR REPAIR SUBMISSIONS
(Applies for EU only)
We will organize the shipping of your device to our Customer Care
department if you should notice a problem with your device during
the warranty period. Please contact our service hotline to make
the necessary arrangements ([phone]). Our pick-up
service will collect your Leica product at the agreed time from
your premises free of charge and transport it to our Customer
Care location for evaluation.
Contact: https://leica-camera.com/en-int/contact

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LEICA HUNTING ETHICS
HUNTING ETHICS AND LEICA THERMAL IMAGING
CAMERAS
– We will only hunt wild boar and predators at night.
– We will hunt wild boar predominantly in areas of agricultural
damage, but not in their habitats and refuge areas in the forest.
– We use the technology for monitoring and documentation pur-
poses, and not just for detection.
– We want to improve the hunt by zeroing in on the game better
and more easily to ensure a clean kill.
– We use these new dynamics driven by technology for exciting
hunting experiences while we track the game, and also help
prevent damage caused by game.

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FOREWORD.........................................................................................2
SCOPE OF DELIVERY .........................................................................2
REPLACEMENT PARTS / ACCESSORIES .........................................2
LEGAL INFORMATION........................................................................3
LEGAL INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL ............................................ 3
IMPORTANT NOTES REGARDING THE USE OF THERMAL IMAGING
CAMERAS......................................................................................................... 4
REGULATORY INFORMATION ....................................................................... 4
SAFETY REMARKS .............................................................................6
IMPORTANT INFORMATION..............................................................7
WARRANTY.........................................................................................8
LEICA HUNTING ETHICS ...................................................................9
TABLE OF CONTENTS ..................................................................... 10
PART DESIGNATIONS ......................................................................12
DISPLAYS ......................................................................................... 14
PREPARATION ................................................................................. 16
ATTACHING THE CARRY STRAP*................................................................ 16
ATTACHING THE SAFETY CORD.................................................................. 16
CHARGING THE BATTERY ............................................................................ 17
ACCESSORY MOUNTING ............................................................................. 17
OPERATION...................................................................................... 19
SWITCHING THE DEVICE ON/OFF ............................................................. 19
POWER SAVE MODE (STANDBY MODE)..................................................... 19
CALIBRATION................................................................................................20
SELECTING A MODE...........................................................................................20
CALIBRATING...................................................................................................... 21
FULL CALIBRATION................................................................................................... 21
QUICK CALIBRATION ................................................................................................ 21
FOCUSING ..................................................................................................... 21
BUTTON FUNCTION OVERVIEW.................................................................22
ICONS MENU................................................................................... 23
MENU CONTROL...........................................................................................23
BRIGHTNESS .................................................................................................23
COLOR MODE................................................................................................23
CONTRAST.....................................................................................................23
LIST MENU....................................................................................... 24
MENU CONTROL...........................................................................................24
VIDEO OUTPUT .............................................................................................25
“FOG AND RAIN” MODE...............................................................................25
HANDHELD MODE........................................................................................26
USER PROFILES ............................................................................................ 26
CORRECTING PIXEL ERRORS...................................................................... 27
CORRECTING THE RETICLE.........................................................................28
SHOW SYSTEM INFORMATION................................................................... 28
RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS...................................................................29
PROCEDURE IN CASE OF MALFUNCTION................................................. 29
CARE/CLEANING ............................................................................ 30
TECHNICAL DATA ............................................................................ 32
LEICA CUSTOMER CARE................................................................. 34
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Definition of the various categories of information found in
this manual
Note
– Additional information
Important
– Non-compliance may result in damage to the device and
accessories
Attention
– Non-compliance may result in personal injury

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PART DESIGNATIONS
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1Lens cap
– Lens protection
– While carrying out complete calibration
2Front lens
– Germanium lens
– Heat signatures is forwarded to the sensor
3Focus ring
– Focusing to the relevant distance
4Eyepiece cap
5Thread
– Mounting of the accessory adapter
– Mounting the eyecup
(optional accessory)
6Locking ring
– Securing of the accessory adapter
7USB interface (USB-C)
– Picture transmission (PAL)
– external power supply
8 [+] button*
– On/Off
– Standby mode
– Menu navigation
9Menu selection button*
– Accessing the menus
– Storing of settings
10 [-] button*
– Menu navigation
– Calibration
11 Tripod thread
– A 1⁄4 DIN 4503 (1⁄4”)
12 Tripod thread
– M5 standard thread
13 Strap lugs
*See p. 22 for a detailed overview of the button functions.

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DISPLAYS
OBSERVATION MODE
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LIST MENU
System information
Pixels defect correction
Factory reset
Video-out
Calibration mode
Gun profiles
Fog and rain mode
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Handheld mode
Reticle correction
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ICONS MENU

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1Color mode
- White Hot (warm appears white)
- Black Hot (warm appears black)
- Red Hot (warm appears red)
- Rainbow (multicolored)
2 Calibration mode
A(Automatic)/B(Background)/M(Manual)
3 User Profiles
4 “Fog and rain” mode
5 Video-out
6 Battery capacity
The battery charge status is displayed in the header line.
7 Brightness
4 selectable increments
8 Contrast
4 selectable increments

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PREPARATION
ATTACHING THE CARRY STRAP*
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Important
• Once you have attached the carry strap, please make sure that
the clips are mounted correctly to prevent the device falling.
* Optional accessory
ATTACHING THE SAFETY CORD
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CHARGING THE BATTERY
A lithium-ion rechargeable battery supplies the device with power.
The battery charge status is displayed in the header line.
▸ Grab and pull the left end of the cover cap
▸ Insert the USB cable (USB-C)
▸ Connect the other end of the USB cable to a suitable power
adapter (min. 1.5 A/5V input for optimal charging time)
• The status LED indicates a correct charging process. The
status LED will switch from red to green, once the battery is
fully charged.
• The icon will be displayed in the header line next to the
battery icon while the battery is charging.
ACCESSORY MOUNTING
A relevant adapter will be needed if the device is to be mounted on
the weapon in conjunction with a rifle scope. Leica generally rec-
ommends the use of adapters by the following manufacturers:
– Recknagel
– Rusan
The following description may vary depending on manufacturer
and model.
Please read the instructions provided with your adapter
before use.
▸ Unscrew the eyepiece cap and store it in a safe place
▸ Screw on the adapter onto the Calonox to the stop
▸ Rotate the attached adapter back until the locking mechanism
is in the desired position
▸ Hand-tighten the locking ring against the adapter
▸ Slide the adapter with the attached Calonox onto the lens area
of the rifle scope to the stop
• Make sure that the adapter slides smoothly. It must have
even contact all around.
▸ Actuate the clamping lever on the rifle scope (comply with man-
ufacturer instructions)
• The adapter and Calonox may have to be aligned to ensure
that the display and reticle are not at an angle to each other.
Once mounted, the screen of the Calonox must be aligned with
the reticle of the rifle scope, see p. 28.
Attention
• Make sure the weapon is not loaded before doing any work and
that the safety is on.

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USE AS HANDHELD DEVICE
MOUNTING THE EYECUP*
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* Optional accessory
A suitable eyecup can be attached for use as a handheld/monocu-
lar (without rifle scope).
▸ Unscrew the eyepiece cap and store it in a safe place
• The locking ring must remain on the device.
▸ Set the eyecup with side light shield to the right position
▸ Hand-tighten the locking ring to fix the position
• Don't use too much force!

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OPERATION
SWITCHING THE DEVICE ON/OFF
SWITCHING ON
▸ Press and hold the [+] button, until the 'Leica' logo appears on
screen
• This switches on the device.
Note
• The device will not automatically power down.
SWITCHING OFF
▸ Press and hold the [+] button
• A countdown appears on screen, which counts down the final
three seconds.
▸ Press and hold the [+] button until the countdown is complete
• The device switches off.
Note
• The device will not automatically power down.
POWER SAVE MODE (STANDBY MODE)
▸ Press the [+] button briefly
• The device switches to standby mode. The power save icon
appears.
Das Wesentliche.
Note
• In standby mode, the device can be activated quickly at any
time by pressing the [+] button.

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CALIBRATION
Calibrations should be done regularly for optimal display perfor-
mance. There are two types of calibration (quick calibration and
full calibration). The calibration to choose depends on the set
operating mode.
Three operating modes are available:
Function Press the [-] button
AAutomatic recalibration
The device recalibrates automatically
during operation.
Quick calibration
MManual calibration
Quick calibration can be triggered
manually whenever necessary. The
settings remain until the next cali-
bration is started.
Quick calibration
BThe device is fully calibrated each
time.
Full calibration
Note
• The lens cap must be mounted for full calibration.
SELECTING A MODE
▸ Press and hold the menu selection button
• The list menu appears.
▸ Press the [+] and [-] buttons to navigate to the menu item
Calibration mode
▸ Press the menu selection button repeatedly, until the desired
setting is displayed
▸ Press and hold the menu selection button
• The setting will now be saved. The device returns to observation
mode.
Note
• The operating modes M or B are recommended where the device
is used as an accessory mount.