Using Batteries - Bullard Eclipse LDX Bedienungsanleitung

Electronic Thermal Throttle®
Your Eclipse LDXE may be equipped with Electronic Thermal Throttle (ETT), a highly useful and
unique feature available on Bullard firefighting Thermal Imagers. The ETT is ideal for pinpointing
hot spots during overhaul, searching for overheated electrical equipment, or clarifying objects
in ambient temperature situations. To activate the ETT option, locate the rubber cover on the top
of the Eclipse LDXE. Press the left side of the cover, which is the left button on the throttle, to
activate the ETT (Figure 2). The ETT will automatically sense the hottest area in the scene and
color it blue. Additional presses of the left button will further engage ETT and will color more
of the scene blue, eventually coloring even the coolest objects blue.
As the throttle engages more of the scene, the blue will become lighter
in hue to help differentiate objects in the scene. As you cycle through
the scene, you'll see the symbol "TT" and a corresponding number in
the upper left hand corner of the display. The "TT" indicates "Thermal
Throttle" mode. The number (00-99) is a point of reference to indicate the
level of Thermal Throttle engagement; by itself it has no specific meaning.
NOTE
If ETT is engaged during the first minute of startup, you will see a yellow "CAL" indicator
on the bottom right corner of the screen. During this startup period, ETT is calibrating and
you may see variance in the blue color overlay.
Most of the benefits of the ETT are accomplished with the first few presses of the button.
To deactivate the ETT or lessen the amount of blue in the scene, press the right side of the
cover, which is the right button on the throttle. Alternatively, you can quickly deactivate the ETT,
by pressing both buttons simultaneously for one-half second or turning off the Eclipse LDXE
and turning it back on. At startup, the ETT function will not be available for approximately 10
seconds, to allow temperature calibration.
SceneCatcher Digital Video Recorder (DVR)
Your Eclipse LDXE may be equipped with Bullard's SceneCatcher digital video recording
accessory. For the Eclipse LDXE, the SceneCatcher is installed inside the thermal imager so there
are no external attachments. To activate the SceneCatcher, locate the rubber cover on the top of
the Eclipse LDXE. Press and hold the right side of the cover until the red dot appears and begins
to flash in the upper left hand corner of the Eclipse LDXE display. While the red dot is flashing,
the SceneCatcher is being initialized. When the red dot is visible and solid on the display, you are
recording video to the unit's internal memory. If the red dot appears with an "X" through it, the
SceneCatcher is unavailable for use or did not activate. To deactivate the SceneCatcher, press
and hold the right side of the cover until the red dot disappears.
SceneCatcher module (optional)
In the SceneCatcher module, you can
• Manage recorded videos on your Eclipse LDXE or on your PC
• Play back, move, and delete video clips you have recorded with SceneCatcher
• Capture a screen shot
• View, move, and delete captured screen shots
• Synchronize Eclipse LDXE internal clock with PC
• Review operating manuals
NOTE
At startup, the SceneCatcher will not be available for one to eight seconds as the unit
initializes. During this time, the red dot with an "X"
through it will be displayed.

Using Batteries

Locking/Unlocking the battery:
This Eclipse LDXE Thermal Imager is equipped with a mechanism
that enables secure locking of the battery (Figure 3). This locking
mechanism is not needed for battery retention but does prevent
removal of the battery while locked. The unit ships in the unlocked
position. To lock the battery, use a flathead screwdriver and turn
the screw 90°clockwise (Figure 3A). To unlock, turn the screw
90°counter-clockwise to its original position (Figure 3B).
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Loading/Unloading a Battery
To load a battery (Figure 4), depress and then slide the battery release
switch in the direction of the arrow indicated on the button. With
the battery release switch engaged, slide the battery into
the groove in the cavity located at the bottom of the unit. You
will hear an audible "click" when the battery is properly seated.
To unload a battery, depress and then slide the battery release
switch in the direction of the arrow indicated on the switch.
With the battery release switch engaged, grip the battery by its
exposed bottom section and pull it away from the unit (Figure 4).
NOTE
If the battery is inserted without first retracting the battery release switch, the battery
will not fully seat. If this occurs, remove the battery and reload using the instructions
above.
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The battery latch mechanism prevents accidental battery release upon impact.
NOTE
Remove the battery after use and dry off any potential water from the contacts on both
the battery and the camera.
Using the Battery Charger
If you purchased an Eclipse LDXE Powerhouse with your Eclipse LDXE Thermal
Imager, see the enclosed Powerhouse manual for charging instructions.
If you purchased an Eclipse LDXE Thermal Imager only, you received a
charging base. To charge a battery in the charger included with your
Eclipse LDXE, place it in the charging base (Figure 5). A steady red
light will indicate that the battery is charging, while a steady green light
will indicate a full charge. The system will detect the full charge and will not overcharge the
battery. A completely drained battery takes up to two hours to fully recharge.
NOTE
If you do not see the red LED illuminate when you place a battery into the charger, the
battery is not charging.
As with all batteries, your Bullard rechargeable battery will experience a slow drain of its charge
during storage. The amount of drain varies widely based on storage conditions. To ensure
adequate battery life, charge each of your batteries every two weeks or, for best performance,
keep your Eclipse LDXE and spare battery charged in your vehicle in the Eclipse LDXE
Powerhouse truck mount charger accessory (part number: ECLPOWERHOUSE). If you are using
a Powerhouse charger, follow the instructions contained in the accompanying manual.
NOTE
New, fully charged NiMH batteries will provide a run time of more than two hours. This run
time will be less in extreme heat or extreme cold conditions and/or if the SceneCatcher
DVR is in use.
Do not allow the metal contacts on the battery to come in contact with a
conductive surface, such as a metal table or another battery. While the Eclipse LDXE battery is
equipped with protective circuitry to prevent product damage, contact with conductive surfaces
can complete the battery circuit and cause the battery to overheat or melt. Failure to observe this
warning may result in permanent battery damage, property damage and/or serious injury.
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