Dräger UCF 1600 User manual

In Service Training CD
Dräger UCF 1600 or UCF 3200 Thermal Imaging Cameras
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Thank you for purchasing the Dräger Thermal imaging
Camera. We know you will be delighted with its many
unique capabilities.
This is CD is intended to provide you with information on how to operate,
maintain and get the most out of your new thermal imaging camera.
Thermal Cameras are a tool and should never deviate from departments
Standard operating procedures, fire experiences, training and overall common
sense. Be sure to get refresher courses and train all shifts on the camera and
be sure to debrief after training and incidents requiring the use of the thermal
imaging camera.
Please remember that thermal imaging cameras are very useful in the fire
service and we have made great strides to make the UCF 1600 and UCF 3200
very robust and durable. It is however, an electronic device and should be used
and not abused. For more technical information, please refer to your
“Instructions For Use Manual” that came with the camera.
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction the Infrared Technology
2. Applications
3. Getting to know your Camera
4. Operation of the camera
5. Care and cleaning
6. Battery Procedure
7. Crawling handles and Accessories
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What is Infrared Radiation?
Infrared Radiation is a portion of the
Electromagnetic Spectrum
It is a form of energy which we perceive as
heat
All bodies above the absolute zero ( -273°C)
of temperature absorb and radiate infrared
radiation
Infrared Radiation
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Infrared Band Widths
Infrared Band Widths
The electromagnetic spectrum
The electromagnetic spectrum
ultraviolet
visible light
infrared
micro-
wave
near infrared
.9 to 2
mid infrared
2 to 7
long wave infrared
7 to 14
Long Wave IR 7-14 microns (where thermal imagers operate)
Thermal Imaging Technology
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How does Thermal Imaging works?
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IR Waves IR Detector Signal Processor
Electronic Signal
Display ScreenIR
Lens
Thermal Imaging Technology
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Thermal Imaging Technology
Since thermal imagers sense infrared energy which varies with the temperature of
objects in a scene, the image generated provides a thermal signature of the
scene. This image can be displayed on a standard video monitor.
Infrared energy from objects in a scene is focused by optics onto an infrared
detector. The infrared information is then passed to sensor electronics for image
processing. The signal processing circuitry translates the infrared detector data
into an image that can be viewed on a standard video monitor.
All that means is that IR to a thermal camera is like light to your eyes.
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction the Infrared Technology
2. Applications
3. Getting to know your Camera
4. Operation of the camera
5. Care and cleaning
6. Battery Procedure
7. Crawling handles and Accessories
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Thermal Imaging Applications
•Search and Rescue
•Initial Size-up and Overhaul
•Fire Scene Assessment
•Locating the Source of the Fire
•Identifying Hot Spots
•Identifying Potential Flashover Situations
•Locating Entry, Exit and Ventilation points
•Handling Hazardous Material
•Vehicle Accidents
•Wild Land Fires
•Law Enforcement Procedures
•Training
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction the Infrared Technology
2. Applications
3. Getting to know your Camera
4. Operation of the camera
5. Care and cleaning
6. Battery Procedure
7. Crawling handles and Accessories
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Getting to Know your Camera
Scope of Delivery
•The Dräger UCF 1600/3200 basic device comes with the following components:
–UCF 1600/3200 Thermal Imaging Camera
–Rechargeable Camera Battery
–Hard Shell Pelican Carrying Case
–Instructions for Use Manual
–AC Battery Charger
–AC Charging Cords
–AC Charging Adapter
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Getting to Know your Camera
Additional Options
•The Dräger UCF 1600/3200 has available additional accessories that could
include the following:
–Truck Charger
– ThermalScan™
–Crawling Handle
–Transmit Handle
–Handheld Receiver
–Command Center Receiver
–Video/Picture Capture Handle
–Retractable Lanyard
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Sun Visor
Silicone rubber
D-ring (L&R)
Locking screw for handle
Handle (3 types)
Handle Base
Silicone rubber
Hand straps
Getting to Know your Camera
Different Parts
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ThermalScan buttons
On / OFF/ Stand-by
button
Multi-function button
•On / Off button
•Channel selection
Poly carbonate lens
Polished finish
Anti-scratch coating
Mode Button
•Color Palettes selection
•2 x zoom
Getting to Know your Camera
Different Parts
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Front Nose Protection
(Silicone Rubber)
Battery Housing
Front lens
Charging contacts
Ultem (Camera Body)
High impact strength
Excellent heat and
chemical resistance
Getting to Know your Camera
Different Parts
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Handle Support
Battery Latch
Battery Pac
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction the Infrared Technology
2. Applications
3. Getting to know your Camera
4. Operation of the camera
5. Care and cleaning
6. Battery Procedure
7. Crawling handles and Accessories
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Dräger UCF Thermal Camera
On/Off and Stand-by Button
The UCF 1600 and the UCF 3200
thermal cameras On/Off button is
the black or green button in the
center of the camera.
•To activate the camera press the button and a
solid green LED light will appear along with the
Dräger logo. The thermal image will appear in 8
to 10 seconds.
•To turn Off the camera, press and hold the
On/Off button for 5 seconds or until the camera
LCD screen turns off and green LED light isn’t on.

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Dräger UCF Thermal Camera
On/Off and Stand-by Button
On/Off and Stand-by Button
The UCF 1600 and the UCF 3200 thermal
cameras On/Off button is the black or green
button in the center of the camera.
•To activate the camera press the button and a
solid green LED light will appear along with the
Dräger logo. The thermal image will appear in 8
to 10 seconds.
•To put the camera in stand-by mode, press and
hold the On/Off button for 1 ½ to 2 seconds.
The on screen indicator will appear and release
the button. The On/Off button’s green LED light
will blink, that will indicate that the camera is
now in “Stand-by” mode. Press the on/off
button to take the camera out of “stand-by”
mode and a thermal image will instantly appear.
*Note: The camera will shut off in “stand-by”
mode if no battery life remains.
Hold to turn off
Release for Standby

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Mode Button
Mode Button
The UCF 1600 and the UCF 3200 thermal
cameras mode button is located on the right
side of the camera control panel. The button
that has an “M” on it.
•The mode button performs two operations: 2X
Zoom and changes camera to different color
palettes
•Press and hold the mode button once quickly
will put the camera in to 2X zoom. A zoom icon
will appear in the bottom left side of the screen
to let the user know that they are in 2X zoom.
•To put the camera back into normal mode,
press the “M” button once and will return the
screen to normal mode.