The Observer 384x288 25mm Thermal Imager from Night Optics is more compact and lightweight observation tool than its peers. It is intended for observing livestock and wildlife, surveillance, security, or search and rescue. The 384x288 uncooled ASI FPA microbolometer and 25mm f/1.0 lens system enables a maximum detection range out to 500 yd. Images are viewed through a 1x eyepiece on a 640x480 OLED display with a 2x digital option. Three reticles, nine selectable color schemes and two polarities provide customizable viewing to suit the situation or personal preferences. An on-board SD memory card slot enables video and still images to be captured, stored, and viewed on the Observer. A video-out port allows the use of an external monitor or recording device.
The Observer also offers several power options. It comes with a rechargeable battery pack with a 3hr maximum runtime. Included with the imager is a 12VDC car adapter and a 110VAC US wall plug. Rubberized armor protects the weatherproof housing from impacts and drops. A wide -4 to 122°F operating temperature allows it to be used in most locations. The Observer is just 7.1" long and weighs just over a pound.
- Uncooled ASI FPA microbolometer: 384x288
- 25mm f/1.0 fixed focus lens system
- 1x optical magnification, 2x digital zoom
- 9.2°x6.9° field of view
- 16' minimum focus distance
- Detection range: 500 yd maximum
- Display: 640x480 OLED
- Brightness and contrast control: full auto, semi-auto or manual
- Calibration: auto and manual
- Still-image and video capture capabilities
- Video signal types: NTSC and PAL
- Video out serial port at 320x240 resolution
- Three selectable crosshairs
- Crosshair: A conventional crosshair reticle with thin hairs on both axes
- Broken-center crosshair: Thin hairs on the outside, stopping near the center to provide an unobstructed view of the center aiming area
- Broken-center with aiming point: Thin hairs on the outside, stopping near the center with a small center aiming point
- Real Time Tracking places a bracket around the 'hottest' point and tracks it as it moves through the field of view
- Polarity options: Black Hot, White Hot
- Nine selectable color schemes
- SD memory card slot with 4GB card included
- In-view OSD battery status indicator in 25% increments
- Runs on the included battery pack, 12VDC or 110VAC external power
- Playback stored files and view on OLED display
- Protective rubberized armoring
- Weatherproof housing
- Wide operating temperature range: -4 to 122°F
- Lightweight: 16.6 oz