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 Re: New flir thermal scope
[Re: SkyPup]
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03/28/14 06:46 PM
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"We often see dealers nowadays comparing thermal vids vs. this or that which is REALLY a bad thing to do"
Amen to that.
An NTSC recording really really doesn't do justice to the beauty of what is displayed on a thermal scopes screen. In almost all cases the recorder is capturing a lower quality image of what is really displayed on the eyepiece LCD and then it is even further crapified during compression etc.
Amen to that, on top of it all, the dealers take pre-palanned professional setup videos in a parking lot somewhere under ideal weather conditions and then do not even mention temp, humidity, objective lens size, microbolometer pixel size, etc. and wax eloquently how much more "clarity, resolution, and range their unit has compared to a competitiors" it is a virtual PR picnic and no relation to real life applications except that it is a sham... Just wanted to repeat and emphasize the entire post I made for all the non-dealers to read! 
I spend my money on dogs, hunting, racing, women, and whiskey - the rest I waste.
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Re: New flir thermal scope
[Re: Wburke2010]
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03/29/14 08:34 PM
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You guys are fortunate you purchased a genuine FLIR RS product as there is excellent service after the purchase, a software update to correct the problem of starting up with the same 100% shutdown configuration in all modes will soon be released... Here is the download software update from FLIR for the RS scopes: Sorry but it is only good for PC and not Mac.... https://flir.app.box.com/s/5bzbdkaz0uqsem9hjkfoDownload both files to desktop and plug RS scope into USB to the PC, it will recognize it as any external drive, then simply follow the instructions included in the zip file....
I spend my money on dogs, hunting, racing, women, and whiskey - the rest I waste.
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Re: New flir thermal scope
[Re: SkyPup]
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04/01/14 05:53 PM
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For the Current Software and Future Software/Firmware Upgrades on the PS/LS/RS thermals, go here: http://www.flir.com/cvs/americas/en/personalvision/view/?id=53129Those of you who own FLIR PS/LS/RS thermals should bookmark this page.The current new RS upgrade corrects the RS so that it starts up exactly as it was shut down in all modes, not just B&W. The PS 24/32 software upgrade is also available.
I spend my money on dogs, hunting, racing, women, and whiskey - the rest I waste.
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Re: New flir thermal scope
[Re: SkyPup]
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04/05/14 02:49 PM
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For the Current Software and Future Software/Firmware Upgrades on the PS/LS/RS thermals, go here: http://www.flir.com/cvs/americas/en/personalvision/view/?id=53129Those of you who own FLIR PS/LS/RS thermals should bookmark this page.The current new RS upgrade corrects the RS so that it starts up exactly as it was shut down in all modes, not just B&W. The PS 24/32 software upgrade is also available. We are pleasantly surprised to say the least with the customer support from FLIR. Remember this scope just came out (we received some of the very first units), and FLIR has already started optimization for the scopes. They have been top notch and another reason they lead the pack, they back up a product with incredible support and do not leave the consumer hanging. That's what it's all about. Vic
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Re: New flir thermal scope
[Re: Wburke2010]
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04/07/14 01:32 AM
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I spend my money on dogs, hunting, racing, women, and whiskey - the rest I waste.
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Re: New flir thermal scope
[Re: SkyPup]
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04/07/14 12:23 PM
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Re: New flir thermal scope
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04/07/14 01:39 PM
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I spend my money on dogs, hunting, racing, women, and whiskey - the rest I waste.
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Re: New flir thermal scope
[Re: Wburke2010]
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04/15/14 07:08 AM
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Here is a comparison video of the FLIR RS64-35mm scope and the FLIR RS32-35mm scope of a couple of deer in my backyard. Heavy cloud cover, 100% humidity, 70*F and about to rain.... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8mQzEoPb5dU&feature=youtu.be
I spend my money on dogs, hunting, racing, women, and whiskey - the rest I waste.
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Re: New flir thermal scope
[Re: Wburke2010]
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04/15/14 03:29 PM
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Sorry guys, i changed it to private for the time being as the RS-64 that I was using for the video is a preproduction original prototype, while the RS32 I used is an actual commercial model.
The video drivers for the two systems are different (the new production models have newer improved video drivers) and the output through the video channel out to the DVR is different for the different brightness and presets, so I am going to have to get a newer production RS64 model to be able to give them an adequate comparison when both are setup exactly the same way.
I was very impressed with the RS32-35mm though, it is a strong unit and I took out my old mil-spec FLIR GS T-50 with the older 25 micron core and 60mm lens to compare side by side to it and they match up very well out to 250 yards, covering my entire stand was a piece of cake with both units.
The RS32 has a bit lower resolution and would make for a more difficult positive ID out past 225 yards, but as far as targeting goes, not a problem. Very nice unit for the bucks IMHO.
I spend my money on dogs, hunting, racing, women, and whiskey - the rest I waste.
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Re: New flir thermal scope
[Re: Wburke2010]
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04/17/14 02:39 AM
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Got a nice pic of a deer out of the RS32-35mm last night in the backyard: 
I spend my money on dogs, hunting, racing, women, and whiskey - the rest I waste.
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Re: New flir thermal scope
[Re: Wburke2010]
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05/03/14 10:14 PM
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Just put my order in for the RS32-35! Can't wait to use it!
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Re: New flir thermal scope
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05/07/14 02:01 AM
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Any idea what the lead time is on the orders? I place my order on April 3 through Opticsplanet and its still not even shipped...talked to FLIR but all they say is there is a big backlog...no ETA.
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Re: New flir thermal scope
[Re: Wburke2010]
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05/07/14 02:20 AM
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We will have a few units unaccounted for on our next shipment this week. These will go within 24 hrs of arriving. Shoot me a pm for details. Thanks
Tyler
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Re: New flir thermal scope
[Re: Wburke2010]
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05/12/14 06:24 PM
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FLIR RS scope firmware upgrades are located here for all of you who own RS scopes: http://www.flir.com/cvs/americas/en/personalvision/view/?id=53129Bookmark this site for future upgrades too... Ver 01.17.00 May 06 2014 1. Fixed bug that prevented RS24 models from adjusting zero. 2. Modified algorithm to support equal MOA adjustments for a specific model. 3. Lowered continuous zoom speed to Improve lag between zoom and reticle position update.
I spend my money on dogs, hunting, racing, women, and whiskey - the rest I waste.
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Re: New flir thermal scope
[Re: Wburke2010]
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05/19/14 02:52 PM
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We went again last might. I love the new FLIR! We didn't see any hogs, but I did shoot a rabbit. It really is a great scope!
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Re: New flir thermal scope
[Re: ChadTRG42]
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05/19/14 04:18 PM
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We went again last might. I love the new FLIR! We didn't see any hogs, but I did shoot a rabbit. It really is a great scope! The new 60mm is due out at the end of next month, they also look VERY promising. Vic
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Re: New flir thermal scope
[Re: Wburke2010]
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05/22/14 12:10 AM
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We now have 1-piece custom video cables for the FLIR RS thermal scope line! 
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Re: New flir thermal scope
[Re: Wburke2010]
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05/22/14 12:53 AM
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Awesome! 1 piece so there is no extra connection to be an issue, eliminates the RCA jack that has been known to be flaky and the USB connector is right handed instead of left in order to lead the cable away from the majority of users. 
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Re: New flir thermal scope
[Re: Wburke2010]
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05/22/14 01:38 AM
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¿Cuánto cuesta? 
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Re: New flir thermal scope
[Re: Wburke2010]
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05/22/14 02:10 AM
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^^^^^ Si I think I want one 
Last edited by Texas buckeye; 05/22/14 02:12 AM.
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Re: New flir thermal scope
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05/22/14 05:16 AM
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¿Cuánto cuesta? Cable or scope?
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Re: New flir thermal scope
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05/28/14 04:12 PM
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¿Cuánto cuesta? Just saw I never responded to this. 30 bucks.
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Re: New flir thermal scope
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05/28/14 04:14 PM
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Excellent price - You can never have enough spare cables at camp, at home, in the blind, in the go-bag, etc...
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