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• e2v argus,  e2v technologies (uk) limited 2013 CR 113590 P7250UM version 4, page 1 THERMAL IMAGING CAMERA SYSTEM SAFETY NOTES Before using this product, the customer shall read and understand all the instructions and warnings. e2v technologies does not accept responsibility for damage or injury resulting from failure to follow the instructions provided. WARNINGS: • The Argus ® F-Type Thermal Imaging Camera System is despatched from e2v technologies in a safe condition. Any unauthorised modifications may compromise safety and invalidate the warranty. • The Argus ® F-Type

• e2v argus,  e2v technologies (uk) limited 2013 CR 113590 P7250UM version 4, page 2 CONTENTS Introduction .................................................................................................... 3 1. Operation and Use ........................................................................................ 4 1.1 System Configuration ......................................................................... 4 1.2 Getting Started ................................................................................... 5 1.3

• e2v argus,  e2v technologies (uk) limited 2013 CR 113590 P7250UM version 4, page 3 INTRODUCTION The Argus ® F-Type is the latest generation of the Argus  Thermal Imaging Camera (TIC) from e2v technologies. With over 25 years experience in thermal imaging, e2v technologies continues to produce high quality, affordable systems designed for heat detection for use with civilian, industrial and military security applications. The Argus ® F-Type has been designed with digital imaging technology for a sharper picture and superior performance and uses the same highly successful Amorphous Silicon (ASi

• e2v argus,  e2v technologies (uk) limited 2013 CR 113590 P7250UM version 4, page 4 1. OPERATION AND USE 1.1 System Configuration 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1. Rear Bumper 5. Battery Release Button 2. Battery 6. Side Strap 3. USB Data Lead Socket 7. Removable Handle 4. Front Bumper 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1. Date 6. Time 2. Spot Temperature Target 7. Battery Bar 3. Pow

• e2v argus,  e2v technologies (uk) limited 2013 CR 113590 P7250UM version 4, page 5 1.2 Getting Started • In the case with a standard camera are the following: o Camera with handle and side straps. o Two rechargeable battery packs. o Battery charger with mains leads. o Battery charging shoe. o Neck strap. o This manual o Customer software. o USB Data lead. Customer configured cameras will only be accompanied by the items specified with the order. • The rechargeable batteries should be fully charged before use (

• e2v argus,  e2v technologies (uk) limited 2013 CR 113590 P7250UM version 4, page 6 1.3 Camera Features • Dynamic Scene Colourisation (DSC) The Argus ® F-Type provides the end-user with a selection of colour palettes, which colourises the thermal image to allow the user to pinpoint the hottest areas within the scene. These can be selected through the menu or via the customer software. These colour palettes are: o Grey Scale (White Hot) Basic white-hot greyscale, expanded to cover t

•  e2v technologies (uk) limited 2013 CR 113590 P7250UM version 4, page 7 • Search & Compare Modes The Argus ® F-Type has two specialist search image processing modes to assist detailed search and detection. These are Search Mode and Compare Mode. Both are available in black or white hot imagery. Search mode is especially suited to the det

• e2v argus,  e2v technologies (uk) limited 2013 CR 113590 P7250UM version 4, page 8 • Direct Temperature Measurement The Argus ® F-Type allows the operator to view the average temperature of the centre spot of the scene (defined by the target markings). The temperature reading is displayed in the bottom right-hand corner of the display. This system is intended to give the operator the ability to detect possible hazards or heat signatures of people or objects. The camera can be configured to give a reading in degrees Celsius or degrees Fahrenheit by using the user software or the on screen menu. Scene temperatures bet

• e2v argus,  e2v technologies (uk) limited 2013 CR 113590 P7250UM version 4, page 9 • Two-Mode Sensitivity The Argus ® F-Type has two levels of sensitivity: High and Low. These levels provide the user with a thermal image over the widest possible temperature range. The Argus ® F-Type will switch to the optimum level of sensitivity automatically. o High Sensitivity Mode The Argus ® F-Type will operate in High Sensitivity mode under normal operating conditions. The image that is produced is clearer and will show more detail. The temperature range for this mode is between –20 °C and 100 °C (-4 °F and 212 °F). o L

• e2v argus,  e2v technologies (uk) limited 2013 CR 113590 P7250UM version 4, page 10 1.4 Display Warning Graphics The Argus ® F-Type is equipped with an advanced microprocessor based control and user warning system. In addition to controlling the automatic operation of the camera to ensure the best possible picture at all times, the control system provides graphics on the display to alert the user to certain conditions as follows: • Over-temperature Warning As the circuitry within the camera approaches its maximum internal operating temperature, a warning sym

•  e2v technologies (uk) limited 2013 CR 113590 P7250UM version 4, page 11 1.5 Operating Notes The following information relates to a “white-hot” image. • Interpreting The Image o Relative Temperatures The image displayed is simply a black and white picture of the infrared energy entering the lens. The camera displays relative temperature

• e2v argus,  e2v technologies (uk) limited 2013 CR 113590 P7250UM version 4, page 12 2. MENU CONTROL FUNCTIONS Some of the Argus ® F-Type features can be adjusted and set up via the on screen menu without the need to connect the camera to a laptop/PC. The on screen menu is controlled by the camera buttons. To activate the menu using the camera buttons, press the centre button on the camera for 3 seconds. To access any function, press the left or right grey buttons to scroll up and down, until the desired

•  e2v technologies (uk) limited 2013 CR 113590 P7250UM version 4, page 13 • Auto Colour Mode The colour palette can be chosen from the following: Grey Scale (WH) Grey Scale (BH) Night Seeker Red (WH) Night Seeker Red (BH) Night Seeker Green (WH) Night Seeker Green (BH) Heat-Finder Red (WH) Heat-Finder (BH) Full Colour 1 Full Colour 2 Full Colour 3 While scrolling through t

•  e2v technologies (uk) limited 2013 CR 113590 P7250UM version 4, page 14 • Temperature Measurement The temperature units can be selected between the following: Temperature Units °C Temperature Units °F Spot Off Select the preferred option to set this in the camera • Language Select the preferred option to set this in the camera. • About… This screen

• e2v argus,  e2v technologies (uk) limited 2013 CR 113590 P7250UM version 4, page 15 3. RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACK AND CHARGER The rechargeable battery system supplied with the Argus ® F-Type camera has been specifically designed to fast-charge the Argus ® 4 Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (P7030R). The charger is to be used with the Argus ® 4 Charging Shoe (P7030CS) and is mains powered. The charger is a fully automatic “smart charger”, monitoring voltage, time and temperature and ensures optimum charge for the battery. 3.1 Rechargeable Battery Pack

• e2v argus,  e2v technologies (uk) limited 2013 CR 113590 P7250UM version 4, page 16 Battery Age Indicator (Yellow Marker) The yellow marker shows the maximum charge capacity of a given battery placed into the camera. This keeps track of the battery condition as the cells age to give the user a guide as to how well the battery can perform. When the battery is charged, the capacity will be approximately the same as the indicator. The image shown right is a fully charged old battery, which shows it will run the camera for around 1½ hours. To maintain the accuracy of the battery charge indicator, e2v recommends that batteries

• e2v argus,  e2v technologies (uk) limited 2013 CR 113590 P7250UM version 4, page 17 • Only use the Argus ® 4 Rechargeable Battery (P7030R) and Charging Shoe (P7030CS) with this charger. • Ensure that the battery charger output lead has been correctly fitted to the charging shoe before connection to the mains. Indications on Charger Normal Charging Operation Wait for yellow before inserting battery Fast Charging (up to 2 hours) Top up charge (2 hours) Battery is at least 80% charged in this state Charging finished. Maintenance mode. To charge another battery Remove charged battery Wait for yellow before inserting nex

• e2v argus,  e2v technologies (uk) limited 2013 CR 113590 P7250UM version 4, page 18 4. SOFTWARE & CUSTOMER CD The Argus ® F-Type camera is supplied with a CD containing current datasheets on both the camera range and the accessories available. The CD also contains the customer software for our range of cameras. Insert the CD in a PC and follow the link and instructions to install the software. The customer software allows the user to perform the following tasks: • View and downl

•  e2v technologies (uk) limited 2013 CR 113590 P7250UM version 4, page 19 5. CLEANING, MAINTENANCE AND REPLACEABLE PARTS • Cleaning After use and prior to stowing, the camera should be cleaned. This is best carried out using a cloth soaked with warm soapy water. Solvents should not be used. If in doubt, contact your supplier. • Maintenanc

• e2v argus,  e2v technologies (uk) limited 2013 CR 113590 P7250UM version 4, page 20 6. SPECIFICATIONS Camera Specification Specialist Search Series Environmental Data Thermal Conditions The camera has been designed to operate continuously between -10 ° C (14 ° F) and +80 ° C (176 ° F) Sealing - IP67, will withstand short-term immersion in water Impact - The camera will withstand a drop from a height of 2 metres (78 inches) onto concrete Storage - It is recommended that for maximum effective operational life, the storage temperature is kept between -10 °C and +40 °C (14 °F and 104 °F) Optical Data Detector Sensor type - U

• e2v argus,  e2v technologies (uk) limited 2013 CR 113590 P7250UM version 4, page 21 Lens window - Germanium (2 mm thick) with durable coating Electrical Data Power consumption - < 3 W typical Start-up time - 5 seconds typical Battery type - Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Battery capacity - 2 AH Battery life - 4 hours @ ambient temperature (22 ° C, 72 ° F) Battery charge time - 2 hours nominal Battery recharge cycles - 500 to 80% capacity, 1000 recharges in total Battery sealing - IP67 Charging temperature - 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F); 65 °C (150 °F) can be tolerated C

• e2v argus,  e2v technologies (uk) limited 2013 CR 113590 P7250UM version 4, page 22 7. WARRANTY TERMS 7.1 Express Warranty e2v technologies ("e2v") warrants that this product is free from mechanical defects or faulty workmanship for two (2) years from the date of shipment, with the exception that the warranty period for the battery charger is one (1) year and for the rechargeable battery pack is six (6) months from that date, provided it is maintained and used in accordance with e2v’s instructions and/or recommendations. This warranty does not apply to expendable or consumable parts who

• e2v argus,  e2v technologies (uk) limited 2013 CR 113590 P7250UM version 4, page 23 APPENDICES Ateme Software Ateme has proprietary rights to elements of software contained within this product. MPEG-4 Visual Patent Notice to Customers This product is licensed under the MPEG-4 visual patent portfolio license for the personal and non-commercial use of a customer for: o Encoding video in compliance with the MPEG-4 visual standard (“MPEG-4 video”); and/or o Decoding MPEG-4 video that was encoded by a customer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed by MPEG LA to provide

• e2v argus, e2v technologies (uk) limited Waterhouse Lane Chelmsford Essex CM1 2QU, UK Telephone: +44 (0)1245 493493 Facsimile: +44 (0)1245 492492 e2v technologies inc. 520 White Plains Road Suite 450 Tarrytown NY 10591, USA Telephone: (914) 592 6050 Facsimile: (914) 592-5148 e2v technologies sas 16 Burospace F-91572 Bièvres Cedex, France Telephone: (0)16019 5500 Facsimile: (0)16019 5529 Internet: www.argusdirect.com

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