Instruction Manual FLIR FX DRAFT DRAFT Instruction Manual FLIR FX DRAFT
#LX400034; r.16787/16787; en-US iii DRAFT Table of contents 1 2 3 4 Safety Precautions ..............................................................................1 What is included with my FLIR FX camera?.............................................2 How do I set up my FLIR FX camera? .....................................................3 What are the parts of my FLIR FX camera? .............................................5 Front........................................................................................5 4.1 Top..........................................................................................5 4.2 4.3 Left..........................................................................................6 4.4 Right........................................................................................6 4.5 Back ........................................................................................7 4.6 Indoor Stand..............................................................................7 How do I activate manual recording? .....................................................8 How do I view recordings on my computer?............................................9 How do I wall mount my FLIR FX camera? ............................................11 FLIR FX Specifications .......................................................................13 Notices.............................................................................................14 5 6 7 8 9 DRAFT
#LX400034; r.16787/16787; en-US v DRAFT 1 Safety Precautions glass, causing a bright spot in the image. infants. era outdoors or where it will be exposed to moisture. from the elements. Camera is not weatherproof. Use the appropriate outdoor accessory if using the cam-
Make sure that outdoor power outlets and cable connections are properly sheltered Do not use the camera below 32F / 0C or above 104F / 40C. Only use the camera with approved FLIR accessories. Do not use or install the camera near a radiator or heat source. Do not cover the camera with a towel or blanket. Do not point the camera directly towards the sun or a source of intense light. Aiming the camera through a window will cause the nighttime LEDs to reflect off of the Keep the cables at least 3ft / 1m away from baby cribs and out of reach of children and Use the included cable clips to help keep cables away from children. Do not disassemble the product. No user serviceable parts inside. Do not disassemble or do a modification to the battery. The battery contains safety and protection devices which, if damage occurs, may cause the battery to become hot, or cause an explosion or an ignition. If you are not using the product for a prolonged time, charge the battery every 6 months to keep the battery in working condition. Dispose or recycle the product and batteries in accordance with local laws, which may vary by location. If using an accessory with replaceable batteries, only use replacement batteries speci-
fied by FLIR. Use of other types of batteries may damage the product. The camera makes a clicking noise when changing between day and night modes. This clicking is normal and indicates that the camera filter is working. Do not connect more than one USB cable to the product at once. DRAFT
#LX400034; r.16787/16787; en-US 1 2 What is included with my FLIR FX camera?
The standard model FXV101H comes with the following components:
Camera with indoor stand. microUSB cable. 8GB microSD card pre-installed in the camera. Power adapter. Power points for European and UK use. Mounting screws and drywall anchors. Extra mounting / camera ID plate for convenience. Quick start guide and safety information. Note Other models or configurations may come with slightly different components or accessories. DRAFT
#LX400034; r.16787/16787; en-US 2 3 How do I set up my FLIR FX camera?
1. Connect the included USB cable to the power adapter. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the camera and connect the power adapter to a power outlet. DRAFT LED will glow orange. Note The REC LED will glow orange to indicate the camera is charging. It will glow green when the You can connect the power adapter to either the USB cable on the camera or camera stand. Do camera is finished charging. The battery will take 6 hours to fully charge. not connect a USB cable to both the camera and stand at the same time. 2. Press the power button on the camera. The camera will start up and the Direct Mode
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3. Download the FLIR FX app from the App Store or Google Play Store. Start up the app and follow the start up wizard in the app to connect to the camera. DRAFT
#LX400034; r.16787/16787; en-US 4 4 What are the parts of my FLIR FX camera?
4.1 Front Infrared night vision LEDs: Allows the camera to see up to Xft / Xm in total darkness. 1. 2. Lens: Provides a wide-angle 160 degree field of view. 3. Microphone: Allows you to hear the area around the camera. 4. Speaker: Allows you to talk through your camera from your mobile device using 2-
way-talk. DRAFT LED colors:
Flashing red: Camera is recording. Solid orange: Camera is charging. Solid green: Camera is fully charged. 4.2 Top 1. REC button / status LED: Press to start / stop manual recording.
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4.3 Left 1. WPS button: Used to connect the camera to a WPS-compatible router (not included). Press the WPS button on the router and then press the WPS button on the camera to make the connection. 2. Power/WiFi button: Press to turn the camera on. Press to switch the camera between hotspot mode and WiFi mode. Press and hold to turn off the camera. 3. Accessory connector: Allows the camera to slide into compatible accessories. 4.4 Right DRAFT 1. microSD slot: Insert a microSDHC, or microSDXC card between 8GB and 64GB for recording on the camera. It is recommended to use microSD class 10 or higher cards. 2. microUSB port: Connect a microUSB cable to the camera for charging or to save vid-
eo file from the camera to a PC or Mac. Note While the camera is connected to a computer, you will not be able to connect to it on a mobile device. Do not connect a USB cable to both the camera and stand at the same time.
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4.5 Back DRAFT 1. Direct mode LED: Indicates the camera is in Direct (AP) mode. When the camera is in Direct mode, you can connect to the WiFi hotspot created by the camera to connect to it in areas without access to wireless. 2. Cloud mode LED: Glows solid green to indicate the camera is connected to a WiFi network, allows you to connect to the camera from anywhere. Flashing indicates the camera is connecting to a WiFi network. 3. Temperature/humidity sensor (built-in): Senses the temperature and humidity in the room. 4. Accelerometer: Senses the motion of the camera. 4.6 Indoor Stand 1. Connect: Allows the stand to connect to the camera. 2. Ball joint: Provides the camera with a flexible range of motion. 3. Expanded battery: Provides extra battery life for the camera. 4. microUSB port: Connect a microUSB cable to the stand for charging the battery in the camera and stand. Note While the camera is connected to a computer, you will not be able to connect to it on a mobile device. Do not connect a USB cable to both the camera and stand at the same time. 5. Mounting plate: Enables the camera to be mounted to a wall. The mounting plate can be removed from the camera. The camera comes with an additional mounting plate, so you can keep a permanent mounting position while still having the ability to move the camera around. 6. Device ID label: Contains the Device ID and QR code used for initial setup using the mobile app.
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While the camera is on, press the REC button on the top of the camera. The button will be-
gin flashing red to indicate recording is in progress. Press the REC button again to stop recording. DRAFT
#LX400034; r.16787/16787; en-US 8 6 How do I view recordings on my computer?
The easiest way to view video recordings from your FLIR FX camera on a computer is to connect the camera directly to the computer using the included microUSB cable. If your computer has an SD or microSD card reader, you can use it to view the recordings. Note This section covers local recordings saved to the cameras microSD card only. If you have a subscription plan and have recordings saved in the cloud, you will need to use the FLIR FX app to view those recordings. To view video recordings from the camera microSD card on a computer running Windows:
1. Connect a microUSB cable to the camera and connect the large end to a USB port on your computer. This puts the camera into USB storage mode. Note When the camera is in USB storage mode, you cannot connect to the camera using the apps on a smartphone or tablet. You must disconnect the camera from the computer in order to allow connectivity. 2. An AutoPlay window appears. Click Open folder to view files. DRAFT Note If AutoPlay does not appear, click on My Computer and browse to the SD card. If the SD card does not appear, disconnect and reconnect the USB cable to the computer.
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3. The camera saves videos and images onto the microSD card in folders based on the type of recording. For example, the USER folder contains manual video recordings. Double-click on the folders to access the video files. DRAFT open. Note The camera saves video files to the microSD card in .mp4 format and saves images in .jpg format. You can view .mp4 videos using Windows Media Player or VLC Player. To view video recordings from the camera microSD card on a computer running Mac OSX:
1. Connect a microUSB cable to the camera and connect the large end to a USB port on your computer. This puts the camera into USB storage mode. Note When the camera is in USB storage mode, you cannot connect to the camera using the apps on a smartphone or tablet. You must disconnect the camera from the computer in order to allow connectivity. 3. The camera saves videos and images onto the microSD card in folders based on the type of recording. For example, the USER folder contains manual video recordings. Double-click on the folders to access the video files. 2. The cameras microSD card will show up on the desktop (
). Double-click SD to Note The camera saves video files to the microSD card in .mp4 format and saves images in .jpg format. You can view .mp4 videos using Quick Time Player or VLC Player.
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The indoor stand allows you to simply mount the camera to a wall. An extra mounting plate is provided so you can have a permanent mounting place for the camera while still being able to move the camera around when needed. Note Before mounting the camera, determine the best mounting position to get a view of the area you want. Ensure the power cable is long enough to power the camera. Keep the cables at least 3ft / 1m away from baby cribs and out of reach of children and infants. Use the in-
cluded cable clips to help manage the cables. CAUTION DRAFT wise to remove it from the base. To wall mount the FLIR FX:
1. Using a coin, turn the mounting plate on the bottom of the indoor stand counter-clock-
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2. Use a pencil to mark holes for the mounting screws. 3. Drill holes where marked using a drill. 4. Tap the included drywall anchors into the holes with a hammer. 5. Attach the mounting plate to the wall using the included mounting screws. 6. Attach the camera stand to the mounting plate. Make sure the locking mechanism on the plate lines up with the indent in the camera stand. Twist the camera stand clock-
wise to secure it to the mounting plate. DRAFT
#LX400034; r.16787/16787; en-US 12 9 Notices DRAFT FCC Notice: This device complies with Part 15, subpart C, of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthor-
ized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the users authority to operate the equipment. However, it is imperative that the user follows the guidelines in this manual to avoid improper usage which may result in damage to the unit, electrical shock and fire hazard injury. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by FLIR Sys-
tems, Inc. may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment. Radio Frequency Exposure: The radiated output power of the device is below the FCC/
IC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device shall be used in such a man-
ner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. FCC/IC: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Exposition aux radiofrquences : La puissance de sortie rayonne de l'appareil est in-
frieure aux limites d'exposition de radiofrquences de la FCC/IC. Nanmoins, le dispositif doit tre utilis de telle manire que le niveau de contact avec un tre humain soit rduit au minimum pendant une utilisation normale. FCC/IC: Ce dispositif est conforme la section 15 des rglementations de la FCC et la norme RSS-210 d'Industrie Canada. Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes : 1. Ce dispositif ne doit pas causer d'interfrences nuisibles, et 2. Ce dispositif doit accepter toute interfrence reue, y compris les interfrences qui peuvent provoquer un fonctionnement indsirable. CE: This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/
EC. The following test methods have been applied in order to prove presumption of con-
formity with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive:
EMI/EMC Directive 2004/108/EC - Electromagnetic Compatibility WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU - Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment LVD Directive 2006/95/EC - Low Voltage Directive Battery Directive 2006/66/EC - Batteries and accumulators and waste batteries and ErP Directive 2009/125/EC - on the Eco-Design requirements of Energy-related RoHS2 Directive 2011/65/EC - Restriction on the use of certain Hazardous Substances Disposal: As with most electronic products, this equipment must be disposed of in an en-
vironmentally friendly way, and in accordance with existing regulations for electronic waste. Please contact your FLIR Systems, Inc. representative for more details. accumulators Products
#LX400034; r.16787/16787; en-US 14 9 Notices Audio Recording: Audio recording without consent is illegal in certain jurisdictions. FLIR Systems, Inc. assumes no liability for use of its products that does not confirm with local laws. Need Help Visit www.flir.com/fx to access the FLIR FX knowledgebase or contact technical support or customer service. DRAFT
#LX400034; r.16787/16787; en-US 15 DRAFT DRAFT last page Corporate Headquarters FLIR Systems, Inc. 27700 SW Parkway Ave. Wilsonville, OR 97070 USA Telephone: +1-503-498-3547 Website http://www.flir.com Customer support http://support.flir.com Copyright 2014, FLIR Systems, Inc. All rights reserved worldwide. Disclaimer Specifications subject to change without further notice. Models and accessories subject to regional market considerations. License procedures may apply. Products described herein may be subject to US Export Regulations. Please refer to exportquestions@flir.com with any questions. DRAFT LX400034 Publ. No.:
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