ZEISS DTI 6-20 Hunter Scope Instruction Manual

ZEISS DTI 6-20 Hunter Scope

Product Information

The ZEISS DTI 6/20 and DTI 6/40 are thermal imaging cameras known for their outstanding optical performance, precision engineering, and long service life. These cameras are designed to provide high-quality thermal imaging and are equipped with various features to enhance user experience.

Scope of Supply

• DTI 6 Thermal imaging camera
• Lens 20 mm or lens 40 mm
• Neoprene strap
• Carrying case shoulder strap
• USB cable
• Optics cleaning cloth
• Lithium-ion battery
• Quick Guide
• Safety notes
• Warranty card
• EULA document

Technical Specifications

| DTI 6/20| DTI 6/40
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Sensor resolution| 1,000 (1,090) px| 2,000 (2,180) px
Sensor pixel pitch| 1.5x mm| 3.0x mm
Frame rate| m Hz| m Hz
Display resolution| 1,024 x 768 px| 1,024 x 768 px
Display type| AMOLED| AMOLED
Battery life| 6.5 h| 6.5 h
Ingress protection rating| IP65 / IP67| IP65 / IP67
Operating temperature range| -20°C to +50°C (-4°F to +122°F)| -20°C to +50°C (-4°F to +122°F)
Charging temperature range| 0°C to +50°C (+32°F to +122°F)| 0°C to +50°C (+32°F to +122°F)
Weight| 690 g (24.3 oz)| 755 g (26.6 oz)

Product Usage Instructions

Power On/Off
To power on the device, press and hold the on/off button (4)  until the LED (3) turns green. To power off the device, press and hold the on/off button (4) until the LED is off. Make sure to release the on/off button (4) only after the OFF symbol appears on the display to ensure the device is fully powered off. Releasing the button before the OFF symbol appears will put the device in standby mode.

Automatic Standby
The device has a built-in proximity sensor (17) on the viewfinder (10) that enables touchless auto standby. When this function is enabled, the device automatically enters standby mode after a few seconds when the viewfinder (10) is removed from the eye. It automatically switches back to observation mode when the viewfinder (10) is placed against the eye again.

To deactivate automatic standby, follow these steps:

1. Select Settings from the main menu.
2. Navigate to Settings Device Menu.
3. Briefly press the menu button (6) to open the submenu.
4. Navigate to Automatic Standby and briefly press the menu button (6).
5. Select a time after which the device switches to standby when the viewfinder (10) is removed from the eye.
6. Briefly press the menu button (6) to confirm the selection.

Instructions for use

ZEISS products are famous for outstanding optical performance, precision engineering, and a long service life.

Please observe the following instructions for use to obtain the best from your thermal imaging camera and to ensure that it remains your constant companion for many years to come.

Scope of supply

ZEISS DTI

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6/20

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527020-9901-000

| DTI 6 Thermal imaging camera Lens 20 mm or lens 40 mm Neoprene strap

Carrying case shoulder strap USB cable

Optics cleaning cloth Lithium-ion battery Quick Guide

Safety notes Warranty card EULA document

ZEISS DTI

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6/40

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527020-9902-000

Installing/removing the battery

To change the battery, pull the grooved slide button (13) towards the tripod thread (15), hold the sides of the cover, and open the cover (14). The cover (14) is permanently connected to the device by a hinge. The battery is inserted at an angle with the contacts facing inwards towards the tripod thread (15). Then press the battery completely into the compartment. Then close the cover (14) and let it snap into place. When closing the cap, make sure that the red removal strap is not caught between the seal and the cover. This ensures the seal tightness of the device.

Observation with and without glasses
Thanks to the extendible eyecup (9), the thermal imaging camera can be used with or without glasses. It offers a full field of view in both cases.

Attaching the carrying strap

TECHNICAL DATA

Detection range

(object size 1.8 m × 0.6 m; 2 yd × 0.7 yd)

| m (yd)| 1,000 (1,090)                              2,000 (2,180)
Subjective angle of view| °|  | 40 (diagonal)|
Field of view at 100 m (field of view at 100 yd)| m (ft)| 38 (114)|  | 19 (57)
Field of view| ° horizontal x vertical| 22 × 16|  | 11 × 8.2
Optical magnification|  | 1.5x|  | 3.0x
Maximum digital zoom|  |  | 10x|
Zoom increments| variable|  | 0.1 – 1.0|
Sensor|  |  |  |
Sensor resolution| px|  | 640 × 480|
Sensor pixel pitch| μm|  | 12|
Frame rate| Hz|  | 50|
Display|  |  |  |
Display resolution| px|  | 1,024 x 768|
Display type|  |  | AMOLED|
Electronics|  |  |  |
 |  |  | USB: charging + data transfer|
Interfaces|  |  | WLAN: data transfer|
 |  |  | Bluetooth: data transfer|
Battery|  |  | Lithium-ion|
Battery life| h|  | 6.5|
External power supply|  |  | 9 V /2 A, 12 V / 1.5 A (USB)|
Internal memory| GB|  | 16|
Video/image/live-streaming feature|  |  | ü|
WLAN frequency| GHz|  | 2.4|
WLAN standard|  |  | IEEE 802.11/b/g/n|
Connection with other devices|  |  | ZEISS Hunting app, USB|
General|  |  |  |
Ingress protection rating|  |  | IP65 / IP67|
Operating temperature range| °C (°F)|  | -20 / +50 (-4 / +122)|
Charging temperature range| °C (°F)|  | 0 / +50 (+32 / +122)|

Subject to changes in design and scope of supply due to technical improvements.

Power on/off

• Press the on/off button (4) for a longer time to switch on the device. The LED (3) is green. The LED (3) lights up red when the charge level is low.
• Press the on/off button (4) for a longer time to switch off the device again. The LED is then off.

Note: The on/off button (4) must be pressed until the OFF symbol appears on the display. Only then can the on/off button (4) be released and the device switches off. If the on/off button (4) is released before the OFF symbol is displayed, the device does not switch off but switches to standby mode.

Navigation

• Press and hold the menu button (6) to show the
• main menu on the display. Look through the viewfinder (10). The rotary wheel (5)
• and the menu button (6) is used to navigate to the main menu.
• Turn the rotary wheel (5) to the right to scroll right or down. Turn the rotary wheel to the left to scroll left or
• Briefly press the menu button (6) to select a menu item. This opens the submenu. Make your settings using the rotary wheel (5). Briefly press the menu button (6) to confirm your selection and return to the main menu.
• Press and hold the menu button (6) to exit the main menu and return to observation mode. Alternatively, navigate to “Exit”. Briefly press the menu button (6) to return to observation mode.

Automatic standby
A built-in proximity sensor (17) on the viewfinder (10) offers a touchless auto standby. When the function is enabled, the standby is activated automatically after a few seconds as soon as the viewfinder (10) is removed from the eye. When the viewfinder (10) is placed against the eye again, the device automatically switches to observation mode. To deactivate automatic standby, select “Settings” from the main menu. Then navigate to “Settings Device Menu”. Briefly press the menu button (6) to open the submenu. Navigate to “Automatic Standby” and briefly press the menu button (6). Select a time after which the device switches to standby as soon as the viewfinder (10) is removed from the eye. Briefly press the menu button (6) to confirm the selection.

Standby
Briefly press the on/off button (4) to switch the device to standby mode. The LED (3) blinks green. Briefly press the on/off button (4) again to switch the device back to observation mode. The LED (3) is permanently green. In standby mode, the LED (3) flashes red when the charge level is low.

Observation mode

• Look through the viewfinder (10) to observe the scene. Turn the diopter wheel (8) to focus the screen.
• Turn the focus ring (2) on the lens (18) to focus on the scene.

Zoom
In observation mode, the rotary wheel (5) can be used to zoom in and zoom out the scene. You can zoom between 1.0x and 10x. The zoom speed can be set via the ZEISS Hunting App. The currently set digital magnification is shown in the upper right corner of the display.

Shooting mode

• You can capture a photo or record a video. Press and hold the Shutter button (7) to switch between the two shooting modes. The symbol at the top left of the display changes to indicate the selected mode.
• Briefly press the Shutter button (7) once to capture a photo or record a video. Briefly
• Press the Shutter button (7) again to stop a video recording in progress

Menu
The main menu offers the following options:

• Exit: Select Exit to get from the menu to observation

• Contrast: Adjust the contrast of the scene There are nine contrast levels to choose from. The contrast is lowest at level 1. The contrast is highest at level 9.

• Brightness: Set the brightness of the display There are nine brightness levels to choose from. The brightness is lowest at level 1. The brightness is highest at level 9.

• Color: Set the color modes for the observation mode here and create a selection for the color mode

• Scene: Select from four different scenes: Universal, Fog, Discover, Identify

• Connectivity: Turn the connectivity “On” or “Off” to enable a connection to another device (e.g. smartphone) through Bluetooth or WLAN if necessary.

• Gallery: View all your captured photos Videos can only be retrieved via the ZEISS Hunting App.

• Settings: Make all system-relevant settings for the device

Color
The scene can be displayed in five pre-defined and three user-defined color modes.

The following color modes can be selected:

• White Hot: Cold areas are displayed here in black and warm areas in
• Black Hot: Cold areas are displayed here in white and warm areas in
• Red Hot: Cold areas are displayed here in black and warm areas in In addition, the warmest areas are shown in yellow to red.
• Rainbow: A varied color palette displays cold areas in black to blue and warm areas in yellow to
• Night Eye: Cold areas are displayed here dark and warm areas
• User 1–3: Select a color mode previously created in the ZEISS Hunting

To change the color modes, select “Color” in the main menu. Then navigate to the desired color mode. Briefly press the menu button (6) to confirm your selection and return to the main menu.

Alternatively, color modes can be created through a shortcut in observation mode. To switch between the color modes, briefly press the menu button (6). The shortcut list can store up to three color modes. The following color modes are preset: White Hot, Black Hot, Red Hot. It is possible to swap the preset color modes as you like.

To swap, select the color mode to be swapped in the observation mode. Then select “Color” from the main menu. Briefly press the menu button (6) to open the submenu. Select the color mode to be added. Briefly press the menu button (6) to confirm the selection. The color mode for the shortcut was changed.

Connectivity
With the ZEISS DTI 6, you can connect your smartphone to your device via Bluetooth, and if needed, additionally via WLAN using the ZEISS Hunting App. To do this, switch on the Bluetooth function on both your smartphone and your device.

To set the Bluetooth function on your device, select “Connectivity” in the main menu. Then select “On” or “Off”. Briefly press the menu button (6) to confirm the selection. Then select “Settings” from the main menu and navigate to “Settings Pairing Menu”. Briefly press the menu button (6) to open the submenu. Here you find a list of the devices already known.

Note: Switch the connectivity on so that the ZEISS DTI 6 is visible for a short time via Bluetooth. Alternatively, switch the connectivity on and navigate to “Settings Pairing Menu”. The ZEISS DTI 6 is visible as long as you are in the submenu “Settings Pairing Menu”.

Use the ZEISS Hunting App on your smartphone to connect with the ZEISS DTI 6.

Note: The Bluetooth connection must only be established when first connecting with a new smartphone. After that, an automatic connection is made if the connectivity is enabled.

With connectivity enabled and a connection to the ZEISS Hunting App, the following functions are now available to you:

• Livestream
• Make device settings via the app
• View captured photos and videos

When transferring data from videos and photos or when transferring a live stream, an additional WLAN function is required. The connection is established automatically by the device as needed. Follow the instructions on your smartphone to connect it to the device

Settings

The “Settings” submenu has the following options:

• Profile: Choose from user-defined profiles
• Calibration: Set automatic calibration or manual calibration
• Location: Set the GPS function “On” or “Off”
• Device: Make all system-relevant settings here, including standby and
• Pairing: Here you find a list of all devices already known for connecting to Bluetooth.
• Reset: Format your device memory here or reset the device to factory settings.
• Information: Here you find information on regulations and current

Settings Profile Menu
With the ZEISS Hunting App, you have the option of creating various user- defined profiles and transferring these to the ZEISS DTI 6. In the profiles, the same settings can be made as on the device. Since the ZEISS DTI 6 can store up to five profiles, several profiles for different ambient conditions and users can be created. In this way, the settings of the device can be quickly adapted to the changing environment with a change of profile.

To store profiles and transfer them to the ZEISS DTI 6, go to the ZEISS Hunting App and follow the instructions.

To set and change the profiles on the ZEISS DTI 6, select “Settings” in the main menu. Then navigate to “Settings Profile Menu”. Briefly press the menu button (6) to open the submenu. Select one of the stored profiles. Here you can choose between storing the current settings on the profile or loading an existing profile. Briefly press the menu button (6) to confirm the selection. Press and hold the menu button (6) to return to observation mode.

Settings Calibration Menu
With this device, you can select two calibration modes: automatic or manual.

In automatic mode, the device automatically performs a calibration by closing and opening an internal shutter when necessary. A gentle click should be heard. In this mode, you also have the option of performing the calibration yourself by pressing the Shutter button (7) and the Menu button (6) simultaneously.

Another option is to select manual mode. Close the lens cap (1) in manual mode. Now press the Shutter button (7) and the menu button (6) simultaneously. The device is now calibrated again.

Note: Always cover the lens with the protective cap when performing a manual calibration. Otherwise, the sensor cannot calibrate correctly and the image will deteriorate, e.g. ghost images. If you forget to cover the lens during a manual calibration, repeat the calibration procedure with the lens covered.

Settings Location Menu

• Set the GPS function “On“ or “Off“ here.

Settings Device Menu Language
To change the language, select “Settings” in the main menu. Then navigate to “Settings Device Menu”. Briefly press the menu button (6) to open the submenu. Navigate to “Language” and briefly press the menu button (6). Choose between one of six languages and confirm your selection by briefly pressing the menu button (6). Press and hold the menu button (6) to return to observation mode.

Date
To set the date, select “Settings” in the main menu. Then navigate to “Settings Device Menu”. Briefly press the menu button (6) to open the submenu. Navigate to “Date” and briefly press the menu button (6). Set the current date and confirm the selection by briefly pressing the menu button (6). Press and hold the menu button to return to observation

Note: The date adjusts itself automatically if GPS is enabled.

Time
To set the time, select “Settings” in the main menu. Then navigate to “Settings Device Menu”. Briefly press the menu button (6) to open the submenu. Navigate to “Time” and briefly press the menu button (6). Set the current time and confirm the selection by briefly pressing the menu button (6). Press and hold the menu button (6) to return to observation mode.

Time Format
The “Time Format” setting allows you to choose between 24-hour and 12-hour displays Be sure to set the current date and time, as your photos and videos will be time-stamped. To set the time format, select “Settings” in the main menu. Then navigate to “Settings Device Menu”. Briefly press the menu button (6) to open the submenu. Navigate to “Time Format” and briefly press the menu button (6). Select the desired time format and confirm the selection by briefly pressing the menu button (6). Press and hold the menu button (6) to return to observation mode.

Settings Pairing Menu

• To pair devices, select “Settings” in the main menu. Then navigate to “Settings Pairing”. Briefly press the menu button (6) to open the submenu. Here you find a list of all devices already known. To switch between the various paired devices, select the desired device and confirm the selection by briefly pressing the menu button (6).
• To connect a device for the first time, go to “Connected Products“ in the ZEISS Hunting App. Select the ZEISS DTI 6 and confirm the “Connect“ displayed on the screen. Compare the PIN on the smartphone and the ZEISS DTI 6. By selecting “Pair“ in the ZEISS Hunting App as well as on the ZEISS DIT 6, you confirm the connection.
• If the smartphone was already paired at an earlier date, no further steps are necessary.
• Press and hold the menu button (6) to return to observation mode.

Note: An active connectivity is required for pairing.

Settings Reset Menu
To format the device memory, select “Settings” in the main menu. Then navigate to “Settings Reset Menu” and briefly press the menu button (6). Navigate to “Format Memory”. Select “Format” and confirm your selection. A second security prompt follows, which must be confirmed with “Yes”. Select “No” if you do not want to perform the formatting.

Note: Formatting deletes all videos and photos saved on the device. The device settings are retained.

To perform a factory reset, select “Settings” in the main menu. Then navigate to “Settings Reset Menu” and briefly press the menu button (6). Navigate to “Reset to Factory Settings”. Select “Reset” and confirm your selection. A second security prompt follows, which must be confirmed with “Yes”. Select “No” if you do not want to perform a factory reset.

Note: When resetting the device to factory settings, the settings and all data saved on the device, including images and videos, are deleted.

Note: After resetting the device to the factory settings, delete the ZEISS DTI 6 from the Bluetooth overview on your smartphone.

Note: If the battery is discharged or if the battery is removed, the device loses the set date and time. Reset the date and time so that your images and videos get the correct timestamp.

Furthermore, the date and time can be received by connection via the Hunting App or GPS.

Troubleshooting

Personal data when you pass on or dispose of your ZEISS device Remember that there may be personal photos and videos on the internal device memory. Before passing on the device to a third party, please perform a factory reset to delete this data and verify it has been deleted. By doing so, you help maintain your privacy and data security.

Participating in IT security
Please take an active role in protecting the IT security of your device by using the ZEISS Hunting App and installing new firmware updates as soon as they become available.

Firmware update
A firmware update can be carried out using the ZEISS Hunting App. Follow the instructions for this in the ZEISS Hunting App.

Note: Make sure that the device is fully charged before updating the firmware. Do not switch off the device during the update, otherwise, it may be damaged.

Note: If you initiate an update via the ZEISS Hunting App, you may need to confirm this again on the device for security reasons.

ZEISS Hunting App
Install the ZEISS Hunting App on your smartphone and open the app. Follow the steps shown there to connect to the ZEISS DTI 6.

The ZEISS Hunting App allows you to transfer images and videos to your smartphone, view live images, make settings, and use other functions. A more detailed description can be found in the help function of the app.

Note: To use the ZEISS Hunting App and its functions, ensure that your smartphone is connected to the ZEISS DTI 6.

Note: Every time you connect to the ZEISS Hunting App, the current date and time are automatically transferred from your smartphone to the device.

Note: Please note that you are not connected via the normal WLAN if you have established a WLAN connection to your ZEISS DTI 6. To return to the normal WLAN, disconnect your ZEISS DTI 6 from your smartphone.

USB port
Use the USB port (16) on the left side to charge your device or to transfer data (photos and videos) to your PC.

The ZEISS DTI 6 functions as a mass storage device here.

Tripod thread
A 1/4-inch standard thread (15) for standard tripods is located on the bottom of the device. Screw the device onto a tripod for more steady shooting.

Status LED
To set the LED display, select “Settings” in the main menu. Then navigate to “Settings Device Menu”. Briefly press the menu button (6) to open the submenu. Navigate to “Status LED” and briefly press the menu button (6). Choose between manual or disabled and confirm the selection by briefly pressing the menu button (6). Press and hold the menu button (6) to return to observation mode.

In the “Manual” mode you can adjust the brightness level of the LED using the App.

Note: To avoid fading in the dark, the brightness of the LED is kept low. The LED may therefore sometimes be only barely visible in daylight.

Charging the device
Charge the device via the USB port (16) when the battery is empty. The battery charge level of the device is shown in the lower right corner of the display. When the charge level is low, the display changes to red. When the device is being charged, the LED (3) lights up red when the device is switched on and off. When the battery is fully charged, the LED (3) lights up green.

Only use chargers that meet the USB-C® and USB Power Delivery specifications.*

Changing the lens
The ZEISS DTI 6 can be used with a lens of 20 mm focal length and with a lens of 40 mm focal length.

The device‘s sensor is very sensitive to dirt. To protect the sensor from contamination, switch off the device before changing the lens (18). Do not clean the sensor yourself as this may easily damage the sensor. The sensor must only be cleaned by ZEISS customer service. Change the lens (18) in a clean environment. Do not leave the device without a lens (18). It is recommended to keep the duration of the lens change as short as possible and to point the open front part down while doing so. To change the lens (18), unscrew the lens (18) by turning it counter-clockwise and remove it from the device. Insert the new lens (18) into the device and attach the lens (18) hand-tight by turning it clockwise.

Then go to the main menu and select “Settings”. Navigate to “Settings Device Menu” and briefly press the menu button (6). This opens the submenu. Navigate to “Lens” and briefly press the menu button (6). Select between 20 mm and 40 mm and confirm the selection by briefly pressing the menu button (6). Press and hold the menu button (6) to return to observation mode.

Replacing the lens cap
The lens cap (1) is attached to the lens (18) and has a tight fit. To replace the defective lens cap (1), pull it off the lens (18) with a little force. Then put the new lens cap (1) on the lens (18) until it is firmly in place.

Care and maintenance of the device

• Do not wipe off coarse dirt particles (e.g. sand) from the lenses, rather blow them away, or use a fine brush to remove them! Over time, fingerprints can corrode the lens surface.
• Breathing on the lens and polishing it with a clean optical cleansing cloth is the easiest method of cleaning the lens surface.
• Dry storage and keeping the outer lens surfaces well-ventilated, especially in the tropics, helps to prevent a possible mold film from forming on the optics.

Care and cleaning of the seal
Please make sure the seal is free from dirt and damage at all times. Use a lint-free cloth for cleaning if needed.

Care and maintenance of the battery

Follow these steps to extend the battery life:

• Avoid storing the device at high temperatures.
• Avoid storing the device with a fully charged battery.
• Avoid complete discharging of the device.

Spare parts
Should you require spare parts for your device, e.g. a lens cap (1), please contact your specialist retailer, your local distributor, or our after-sales service.

For after-sales requests please contact our after-sales service at: www.zeiss.com/cop/service

ZEISS is a byword for reliability and a high level of quality. Therefore, quite independently of the seller’s warranty obligations to the customer, we the manufacturer offer a two-year warranty on this ZEISS product, which can be extended for a further year upon registration of the product if registration is made within four weeks of purchase.

The extended three-year warranty does not apply to the supplied battery. The scope of the warranty can be seen by accessing the following link: www.zeiss.com/cop/warranty

Register your product at: www.zeiss.com/cop/register

Manufacturer’s address

Carl Zeiss AG
Carl-Zeiss-Strabe 22 D-73447 Oberkochen Germany www.zeiss.com/nature and www.zeiss.com/hunting

Subject to changes in design and scope of supply due to technical improvements. No liability for mistakes and printing errors.

Data protection notice
Personal data is processed when using the ZEISS DTI 6.

Our information on data protection and the processing of personal data can be found in our download center: www.zeiss.com/hunting/manuals

This product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for personal and non-commercial use by a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC standard (“AVC VIDEO”) and/or (ii) decode AVC video encoded by a consumer for personal purposes and/or video provided by a licensed video distributor. No license, implied or otherwise, is granted for any other use. Further information is available from MPEG LA, L.L.C., see: http://www.MPEGLA.com

Updates
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References

• Patent List | ZEISS United States
• Product Registration | ZEISS Consumer Products
• ZEISS Support & Service | Tailored Support for Your Needs
• COP Community
• ZEISS Hunting | Confidence in the toughest conditions
• ZEISS Hunting | Manuals
• ZEISS Nature Observation | Always on the lookout for something special

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