e2v ARGUS 13 Guide

ARGUS
1
3
Firefighters’ Solid-State
Through Smoke
Vision System
User’s Manual and Warranty Terms
Argus
1
- Trademark licensed from Argus Industries, Inc.
#e2v technologies limited 2003 DAS702198AA, Issue 2

SAFETY NOTES
ARGUS
1
3
THERMAL IMAGING CAMERA
and CHARGER/BATTERY PACKS
Please read before use
This product is an aid to fire and rescue operations in smoke and darkness.
It is not intended as a replacement for standard firefighting techniques. Users
must ensure that all established procedures are followed.
This equipment is not certified as intrinsically safe and therefore must not
be operated in flammable or explosive atmospheres.
Neglecting the above may result in injury or death.
An auto-iris adjusts sensitivity allowing very hot scenes to be viewed. This
circuitry also protects the camera from damage.
To avoid damage:
"The camera should be switched on before entering a fire situation and
remain on until after exit.
"When switched off, the camera should not be directed towards very hot
objects, e.g. the sun. We recommend that it is stored in the supplied case or
storage mount.
WARNINGS indicate a hazard. Failure to appreciate the hazard could result in
personal injury or death. Do not proceed until the hazard is understood.
CAUTIONS indicate a hazard. Failure to appreciate the hazard could result in
severe damage to the unit. Do not proceed until the hazard is understood.
Notes provide useful information.

WARNINGS
Electrical hazards
Do not remove the cover of the charger, or disassemble the charger power lead
or rechargeable pack. There are no user serviceable parts within the charger,
charger lead or the rechargeable pack.
Charger misuse
The charger must only be used for the charging of rechargeable packs; do not
insert any other item into the charger. The charger must not be used to charge
primary cells; the charger will not accept the primary cell pack. Do not use a
damaged charger. Do not attempt to charge damaged packs.
Disposal
The Ni-MH cells contained within the pack must be disposed of in accordance
with local regulations. Do not incinerate. Do not attempt to charge damaged
packs.
Environmental
The charger must not be subjected to water spray, rain or immersion.
CAUTION
The Camera and Rechargeable Battery System are despatched from e2v
technologies in a safe condition. Any unauthorised modifications may
compromise safety and invalidate the warranty. The Camera and Rechargeable
Battery System are designed to be safe when used in accordance with the
instructions provided.
e2v technologies does not accept responsibility for damage or injury resulting
from failure to follow the instructions provided.
All matters arising which relate to the safety of products should be reported
immediately, in writing, giving full details to The Product Safety Officer at e2v
technologies.
NOTE
The Argus
1
3 BST thermal image camera contains an export-controlled
component and may not be shipped to another country without the prior
approval of the US Government, which should be requested from e2v
technologies.

Introduction
ARGUS
1
3
Thermal Imager
The Argus
1
3 thermal imager is brought to you by e2v technologies, the world
leader in through smoke vision systems.
e2v technologies, with over 18 years experience in firefighters’ thermal imaging,
continues to produce high quality, affordable systems designed exclusively for
the fire and rescue services.
Argus
1
3 uses the latest high resolution, solid-state FPA detector or
microbolometer technology to provide superb quality images under the most
arduous conditions while retaining the class-leading ergonomics of the previous
Argus
1
systems.
Through the proper use of this Argus
1
3 system, the user will be able to:
.See through dense smoke and darkness.
.Detect and display the relative temperatures of objects within the scene.
.Locate the seat and spread of the fire.
.Move swiftly in search and rescue of casualties.
.See in zero visibility conditions.
.Significantly improve safety and mobility.
Argus
1
3 is designed to withstand the high temperatures, knocks and driving
spray often encountered in the firefighting environment.
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Argus
1
3 has also been designed with the following features:
.Capture of 26 images.
.Time and date.
.2x zoom.
.Ambient temperature measurement.
.Choice of 8 colour palettes.
.Spot temperature (optional).
.Internal video transmitter (optional).
This manual contains information covering operation of the system and
operating techniques, user maintenance and care of the product, complete with
a full technical specification.
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Contents
Page
1 Camera ....................... 4
1.1 GETTING STARTED ..................4
1.2 DISPLAY GRAPHICS ..................6
1.3 OPERATING NOTES ..................8
2 Standard Functions .................. 11
2.1 IMAGE CAPTURE .................. 11
2.2 ZOOM ...................... 11
2.3 TIME AND DATE .................. 11
2.4 AMBIENT TEMPERATURE ............... 12
3 Optional Functions .................. 13
3.1 SPOT TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT .......... 13
3.2 TRANSMITTER ................... 13
3.3 RECEIVER KITS ................... 14
4 Remote Control Functions ............... 16
5 Software ...................... 18
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Cleaning, Maintenance and Replacement Parts ........ 26
7 Specifications .................... 29
8 Battery and Charger .................. 31
8.1 BATTERY ..................... 31
8.2 BATTERY CHARGER ................. 32
9 Warranty Terms ................... 33
9.1 EXPRESS WARRANTY ................ 33
9.2 EXCLUSIVE REMEDY ................ 34
9.3 EXCLUSION OF CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ....... 34
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1 Camera
1.1 GETTING STARTED
.In the case with this manual you
will find the camera, a pair of
handles, a neckstrap, remote
control, two rechargeable battery
packs, battery charger with mains
and DC leads, two AA battery
packs, customer software and
data lead.
.Check that the rechargeable
batteries are fully charged before
use and the battery packs contain
LR6 type batteries (if supplied).
Open battery door and insert the
battery pack as shown. It will fit in
either rotation. Close the door.
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.Turn on the unit using the middle
RED button on the rear. A RED
light will be illuminated in the
position shown. A long (3 second)
press is required to switch the
camera off.
.After switch-on and for
approximately 10 seconds, a
splash screen will be displayed
on the camera screen while the
system performs a self-test
routine. This splash screen is
customer configurable – see
section 5.
.After 10 to 20 seconds
(depending on ambient
temperature and sensor type) the
thermal image, with battery status
display, time and date and
ambient temperature, will
appear. If spot temperature
option is included, the sample
window and spot temperature
will also appear.
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1.2 DISPLAY GRAPHICS
The camera 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:
.Battery Status
The battery status indicator is always visible at the lower left side of the display,
except during the start up/self-test routine. See Charger and Battery section for
operation details.
.Over-temperature Warning
As the circuitry within the camera approaches its maximum designed operating
temperature, a warning symbol in the shape of a thermometer will appear to the
right of the battery status indicator. The camera will continue to operate at this
temperature but the user may see some degradation of the image quality.
If the user ignores this warning and continues to operate the camera in very high
temperatures, a flashing temperature warning statement will appear on the
screen.
When the temperature warning statement is present, the camera is very
close to its absolute operating limit and the image will start to degrade
considerably. The user must remove the unit from the high ambient
temperature at this time; failure to comply may result in permanent
damage to the unit.
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