Description.................4 Product Description............. 4 Control Button Descriptions .......... 5 Display Description ............. 5 Operation ................6 Powering the K1 ............6 Thermal Camera ............6 Visible Spectrum Digital Camera ........7 Capturing and Working with Images........ 7 Programming Menu .............9 Menu System Basics ........... 9 Main Menu ..............
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Table of contents Image Storage Specifications ........21 Flashlight Specifications..........21 9.10 Battery Power System Specifications ......22 9.11 Environmental Specifications ........22 9.12 Physical Specifications ..........23 9.13 List of Package Contents..........23 Appendices ..............24 10.1 Emissivity Factors for Common Materials ....... 24 10.2 IR Energy and Imaging Overview .........
The K1’s bright, integrated flashlight illuminates the scene to help steer and manage your crew more effectively. You can carry the K1 in your pocket, hang it on your belt, or base it in your vehicle for investigations in and around build- ings, industrial settings, traffic accidents, wilderness calls, or search and res- cue activities.
Safety 3.1 Safety Warnings and Cautions WARNING ⚠ This symbol, adjacent to another symbol indicates the user must refer to the manual for further information. #NAS100007; r. AA/59809/59809; en-US...
Pull and release to capture images and to exit the menu system. TRIGGER 4.3 Display Description Figure 4.2 K1 Display Description 1. Thermal MSX® Camera image 2. Low Sensitivity range indicator (see Temperature Scale menu) 3. Center spot for targeting measurement areas 4.
The K1 is powered by a rechargeable lithium battery. Long press the power button (center) to switch the K1 ON or OFF. If the K1 does not power ON, charge the battery by connecting the K1 to an AC charger using the supplied USB-C cable.
2. A display confirmation will briefly appear showing the filename. If the inter- nal memory is full, an error will display; free up space by deleting images in the Gallery mode or by connecting the K1 to a PC and moving images out of the K1 memory as explained below.
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Operation 4. Transfer images to your PC by connecting the K1 to a PC using the sup- plied USB-C cable. The USB jack is located at the top of the K1 under the flap. Once connected to the PC you can use the K1 as you would any ex- ternal storage drive.
• GALLERY: Press MENU to access the stored images and use the arrows to scroll through them. Press MENU to open an image and press it again to see the DELETE/CANCEL menu. Connect the K1 to a PC via USB to transfer images (as explained in Section 5.4, Capturing and Working with Images).
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Programming Menu 1. Image Modes: Press MENU at IMAGE MODES and use the arrow buttons to select THERMAL PLUS VISIBLE IMAGE (MSX®) as shown below on left, or Visible Image only (as shown on right). #NAS100007; r. AA/59809/59809; en-US...
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Programming Menu 2. MSX® Alignment: While at the Image Mode menu you can adjust the MSX® alignment so that the thermal image and the visible image are superimposed accurately. While viewing the THERMAL PLUS VISIBLE IMAGE screen in the menu, press MENU to see the MSX® adjustment screen (shown below) and then use the arrow buttons to adjust the alignment.
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Programming Menu 3. Colors: Press MENU at the Colors menu and use the arrow buttons to se- lect a color palette: Iron, White hot, and T1 Basic (default). Note the differ- ences in the bar graph scale for each display type. Press MENU to confirm selection.
Programming Menu • SETTINGS: Press MENU to access the Settings sub-menu (see below): 6.3 SETTINGS Sub-Menu • MEASUREMENT 1. Center Spot: Press MENU to enable/disable the target icon. When the center spot is on, you can easily pinpoint objects in the field of view in which to measure temperature.
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Programming Menu 2. Emissivity: Press MENU to open the Emissivity adjustment utility. Use the arrows to scroll through the presets (0.95, 0.80, and 0.60) and use the MENU button to select one. Choose the Custom Value utility (last selec- tion on the list) to select a specific emissivity value. At the Custom Value setting, press MENU and then use the arrows to select the emissivity val- ue;...
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Programming Menu 2. Flashlight settings: You can set the default intensity for the HIGH and LOW flashlight. Press MENU at the Flashlight settings option and then press MENU at the HIGH or LOW option. Then use the arrows to select the desired default intensity in percent (%).
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Programming Menu 2. Time & Date: Use the arrows to scroll and the MENU button to set TIME, DATE, TIME FORMAT (12- or 24-hour clock), and DATE FORMAT. 3. Language: Use the arrows to scroll and the MENU button to select a language.
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The K1 includes a USB-C port in the top compartment. The USB port allows the user to update the System firmware by first downloading an update file from the FLIR website and then connecting the K1 to a PC to transfer the file. Firmware updates are available from: https://support.flir.com.
The rechargeable lithium battery is not user-serviceable. Please contact FLIR support for service instructions: https://support.flir.com. If the K1 is not to be used for an extended period (> 3 months), it should be charged to 70% then stored at room temperature and recharged every 6 months.
Specifications > 71° Field of View Intensity 300 Lumens 9.10 Battery Power System Specifications Battery type Internal Lithium-ion (not user-serviceable) Battery voltage 3.7 V Battery capacity 3000 m Ah Battery operation time MSX® mode: 5.5 hours Flashlight only: 3.8 hours 4 hours to 90% Charging time 6 hours to 100%...
8.2 x 3.3 x 2.6 in. (208 x 85 x 65 mm) Accessory mounting ¼”-20 threaded mount 9.13 List of Package Contents • K1 Camera • Printed Quick Start document • Wrist-strap lanyard • USB-C to USB-A cable • Carry pouch...
It may take some time to get used to the thermal im- agery. Having a basic understanding of the differences between thermal and daylight cameras can help with getting the best performance from the K1. One difference between thermal and daylight cameras has to do with where the energy comes from to create an image.
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Appendices puddles of water and other cold objects appear dark (or cool). Scenes with fa- miliar objects will be easy to interpret with some experience. Infrared energy is part of a complete range of radiation called the electromag- netic spectrum. The electromagnetic spectrum includes gamma rays, X-rays, ultraviolet, visible, infrared, microwaves (RADAR), and radio waves.
Otherwise, the standard one-year warranty will be in affect from date of purchase. The 2–10 warranty covers parts and labor for the cam- era for 2 years and coverage of the detector for 10 years. Register your prod- uct at https://support.flir.com/prodreg. #NAS100007; r. AA/59809/59809; en-US...
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