RATTLER TC35-640 TC50-640 THERMAL IMAGING CLIP-ON USER MANUAL
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FCC INFORMATION Please take attention that changes or modification not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment complies with FCC/IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. FCC compliance: This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
LIST OF CONTENTS TITLE PAGE Safety Summary 5 1. GENERAL INFORMATION 7 1.1 System Description 7 1.2 Standard Components 8 1.3 Optional Equipment 8 1.4 Key Features 9 2. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 10 2.1. Basic Operations 10 2.2 Main Function 19 2.3 Client Software Introduction 26 3. MAINTENANCE 27 3.1 Maintenance 27 3.2 Troubleshooting 28 4. WARRANTY INFORMATION 29 4.1 Warranty Information and Registration 29 5. SPECIFICATIONS 31 5.
SAFETY SUMMARY • • • • Read and follow all instructions Read all warnings Only use the attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer All service must be provided by the manufacturer WARNING: This product contains natural rubber latex, which may cause potentially fatal allergic reactions! If you are allergic to latex, it is important that you strictly avoid exposure to products that contain it. WARNING: Always make sure your firearm is unloaded before you place the scope on the firearm.
WARNING: The external optical surfaces should be clean at all times. Touching the optical surfaces with bare hands is not recommended. WARNING: Sand and sea water can damage the optical coatings! WARNING: Do not point the device directly at the sun! WARNING: Image performance is dependent on scenery and atmosphere conditions. Contrast in the same image may vary as a function of the time of day due to the effect of the sun.
1 GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION The AGM Rattler TC35-640 and Rattler TC50-640 are the compact thermal imaging clip-on systems that allows quick transformation of the day optics into thermal imaging device without any special tools or equipment.
1.2 STANDARD COMPONENTS The Rattler standard components are shown in Figure 1-2 and listed in Table 1-2. The ITEM column indicates the number used to identify items in Figure 1-2. 5 4 1 6 2 3 FIGURE 1-2. STANDARD COMPONENTS TABLE 1-2. STANDARD COMPONENTS ITEM DESCRIPTION QUANTITY 1 Rattler Thermal Imaging Clip-On system 1 2 Objective Lens Cap 1 3 USB Cable 2 4 Lens Tissue 1 5 User Manual 1 6 Carrying Case 1 1.
TABLE 1-3. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO. 1 AGM-2113 ADM Short QR Mount for Rattler 6306LSR1 2 Eyepiece for Rattler TC 6328ERC1 Front Q-R adapter for Rattler TC: ARM52-56 6306RC61 Front Q-R adapter for Rattler TC: ARM52-50 6306RC51 Front Q-R adapter for Rattler TC: ARM52-44 6306RC41 3 Front Q-R adapter for Rattler TC: ARM52-30 6306RC31 4 AGM Power Bank 6308EPB1 5 Hard Case for Storage/Transportation 6610HCS1 1.
2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.1. BASIC OPERATIONS 2.1.1 UNPACKING The following steps must be completed prior to each mission. 1. Open the carrying case, remove the device, and verify that all components are included. 2. Inspect the device for any obvious evidence of damage to the optical surfaces, body, eyecup, operation buttons, etc. Ensure that all optical surfaces are clean and ready for use. Clean all optical surfaces with a lens tissue. 2.1.
2.1.3 SELECT BATTERY TYPE You can change the battery type according to your need. Select the correct battery voltage in the device menu. 1. In the view mode, hold button to show the menu. 2. Select Battery Voltage menu item, and press button to switch the voltage. 2.1.4 CONNECTING THE DEVICE WARNING: Please remove the batteries from the battery compartment before connecting the device to your PC, or it may cause computer damage. 1. Open the cable interface cover. 2.
TABLE 2-1. BUTTON FUNCTIONS BUTTON 2.1.6 FUNCTIONS POWER Press: Sleep Mode/Wake Up Device Hold: Power On/Off MENU / SELECT Press: Enable/Disable OSD Hold: Menu Operation MODE / LEFT Press: Switch Palettes Hold: Enable/Disable PIP CAPTURE / UP Press: Capture Hold: Start/Stop Record Video SHUTTER / RIGHT Press: Correct Non-uniformity of Display CALIBRATION / DOWN Press with Capture button together to launch the Image Calibration menu.
2.1.7 SLEEP MODE In the view mode, press the button. After a few seconds, the display will turn off. Press the button again to exit the Sleep Mode. 2.1.8 THERMAL VIEW OBSERVATION 1. Install the Rattler TC on the weapon with a day scope (refer to part 2.1.15 or 2.1.16). Verify that the Rattler TC is securely mounted. 2. Remove the protective caps. 3. Point the equipment at an object. 4. Activate the Rattler TC. After approximately 4 sec, video of the thermal scene should appear. 5.
2.1.11 SHUTTER RELEASE Press button in the view mode to release the shutter once for correction of the non-uniformity of display. 2.1.12 VIDEO RECORDING / IMAGE CAPTURE Video Recording Hold button in the view mode and start recording. In the upper left corner, the recording time displays. Hold button again to stop recording. FIGURE 2-5. VIDEO RECORDING Image Capturing Press button in the view mode, to capture the image.
NOTE: • The device displays images when you connect it to PC. But functions such as recording, capturing and hot spot are disabled. • When you connect the device to PC for the first time, it installs the driver automatically. 2.1.14 IMAGE CALIBRATION Press and buttons together in the view mode to display the Image Calibration menu. Use Image Calibration to solve the problem of shooting deviation and to achieve better accuracy. For more information on Image Calibration procedures, see Part 2.2.8. 2.1.
2. Insert the reducing ring to the grooves and then turn it clockwise as far as it will go. 3. Rotate the Rattler’s fixing ring (B) clockwise to tighten it on the reducing ring thread. Please note the fixing ring has left-hand thread. Be careful not to overtighten the fixing ring. 4. Screw the front adapter (C) into the reducing ring. NOTE: Different models of front adapters may have different designs. Refer to the user manual for your adapter for correct installation.
FIGURE 2-8. QUICK RELEASE MOUNT INSTALLATION To install the Rattler TC on a Picatinny/Weaver rail, perform the following (Figure 2-9): 1. Unlock the clamping device of the scope mount by pushing down on the lever holder (A) and unlocking the lever (B). 2. Install the scope on the Picatinny/ Weaver rail so that the stop (C) slides into the transverse slot on the rail. 3. Affix the scope to the rail by locking the lever (B). 4. Verify that the clamping device is firmly holding the Rattler.
2.1.17 THERMAL VIEW OBSERVATION 1. Install the Rattler TC on the weapon with a day scope (refer to part 2.1.15 or 2.1.16). Verify that the Rattler TC is securely mounted. 2. Remove the protective caps. 3. Point the equipment at an object. 4. Activate the Rattler TC. After approximately 4 sec, video of the thermal scene should appear. 5. If the day scope includes a focusing ring (i.e., parallax adjustment knob), adjust the focus for a parallax-free image. 6.
2.2 MAIN FUNCTIONS 2.2.1 MENU OPERATION When the device powers on, hold button in the view mode for 4 seconds to display the menu. Press and buttons to move between menu items. The active element is highlighted in orange. Press button to select menu item or change an option. Hold button to save settings and exit the menu. FIGURE 2-11. MAIN MENU TABLE 2-3. MENU FUNCTION MENU ITEM BATTERY VOLTAGE NETWORK SYMBOL OPTION 3.0 V / 3.7 V OFF Hotspot FUNCTION Select the battery voltage.
MENU ITEM SYMBOL OPTION FUNCTION OFF ON Turn on and off the CVBS Output function to view the video on CVBS monitor. DPC --- Correct dead pixel manually. AUTO POWER OFF OFF/30 min/ 45 min Set the automatic shutdown time. CVBS BURN PREVENTION ON OFF Turn on and off the Burn Prevention function. VERSION --- View the firmware version number and serial number. RESTORE --- Restore the device to defaults. LANGUAGE 17 Languages Select the language of interface. TIME SYNC.
3. Turn on the WLAN and connect to the Wi-Fi hotspot. - Hotspot Name: Wlan-IPTS Serial No. - Hotspot Password: Last 9 digits of Serial No. 4. Search T-Vision client software on App Store (iOS System) or Google PlayTM (Android System) to download and install the app. 5. Run the app and connect your phone or tablet with the device. You can view the interface of clip-on on your phone. NOTE: When the power is less than 15%, the Wi-Fi hotspot function will be turned off automatically. 2.2.
2.2.8 FLAT FIELD CORRECTION Flat Field Correction (FFC) function can correct non-uniformity of display. 1. Hold button to show the menu. FFC menu item and press 2. Select button to switch the FFC mode. Auto: The clip-on performs FFC automatically when switching on or rebooting the camera. Manual: Press button in live view to correct the non-uniformity of display. External: Cover the lens cap, then press non-uniformity of display. 3.
2.2.12 BURN PREVENTION You can protect the thermal clip-on under the sun or other bright light with high temperature that could leave a damage to the clip-on. When you point the device directly at the heat, the shutter will be released and cover the sensor to protect it. It resumes once the environment turns to normal. 1. Hold button to show the menu. Burn Prevention menu item and press 2. Select off the Burn Prevention function. 3. Hold button to exit. button to turn on or turn 2.2.
2. Select 3. Hold OSD menu item and press button to enable or disable OSD. button to exit. 2.2.18 DISTANCE MEASUREMENT You can detect the distance between the target and the observation position. NOTE: When measuring the distance, keep your hand and the position steady. Otherwise, the accuracy may be affected. 1. Hold button to show the menu. 2. Select mode. menu item and press button to enter the Distance Measurement 3. Press button to go to the target setting interface.
2.2.20 ELECTRONIC ACCURACY CORRECTION After mounting of clip-on to the weapon with day scope the clip-on optical axis can be offset off scope optical axis. The Image Calibration function supports manually adjusting the position of the live preview window by pressing the buttons up, down, left, and right. The image region could be adjusted in 4 directions in the whole OLED screen area. X=0, Y=0 X=+68, Y=+58 FIGURE 2-13. IMAGE CORRECTION Adjust the electronic accuracy correction as follows: 1.
2.3 CLIENT SOFTWARE INTRODUCTION Install T-Vision client software on your mobile phone first, and then connect your phone to the hotspot of the clip-on. Refer to chapter 2.2.3 for details of hotspot connection. NOTE: The device password is set by user at first activation. If the password was lost or forgotten, it can be reset. To make a reset, provide the following action: 1. When the clip-on is turned on, hold button to activate the OSD menu. menu item and press 2. Select default settings.
3 MAINTENANCE 3.1 MAINTENANCE 3.1.1 CLEANING PROCEDURES 1. Gently brush off any dirt from the body of the device using a clean, soft cloth. 2. Moisten the cloth with fresh water and gently wipe down the external surfaces (except lenses). 3. Dry any wet surfaces (except lenses) using another dry, clean, soft cloth. 4. Using a lens brush, carefully remove all loose dirt from the lenses. 5. Use a high quality lens wipe to remove dirt or smudges from the lens and display window.
6. Turn off the device. 7. Turn on the device. After a while, the firmware update process will start automatically. During the update, the screen will display the inscription “Upgrading ...”. The update process will be completed when the word “Upgrading ...” goes out. Repeat steps 5-7 for each updating file. 3.2 TROUBLESHOOTING Table 3-1 lists the most common malfunctions that may occur with your equipment. This table does not list all the malfunctions that may occur with your device.
4 WARRANTY INFORMATION 4.1 WARRANTY INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION 4.1.1 WARRANTY INFORMATION This product is guaranteed to be free from manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase.
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