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# Thermal imaging camera

## Quick set-up:

1. Charge the battery for approximately 1.5 hours, using the FLIR power supply.
2. Push the On/off button to turn on the camera.
3. Aim the camera toward your target of interest.
4. Push the Save button to save an image.

## Advanced (optional steps):

1. Download FLIR Tools from <http://support.flir.com/tools>.
2. Install FLIR Tools on your computer.
3. Start FLIR Tools.
4. Connect the camera to your computer, using the USB cable.
5. Import the images into FLIR Tools.
6. Create a PDF report in FLIR Tools.

For a full user manual [click here](https://www.flir.com/globalassets/imported-assets/document/flir-c2-user-manual.pdf).&#x20;