FLIR PTU-5 User manual

High-Performance
Pan-Tilt Unit
User Manual
MODEL: PTU-5
VERSION: 1.00
REVISION DATE: March 31, 2017

PTU-5 User Manual
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PTU-5 User’s Manual, version 1.00 (03/2017)
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Table of Contents
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1 - Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 1
1.1 - General PTU Features ........................................................................................................................ 1
1.2 - PTU-5 Features .................................................................................................................................. 2
1.3 - Applications ....................................................................................................................................... 2
1.4 - What’s Different About the PTU-5 .................................................................................................... 3
1.5 - About This Manual ............................................................................................................................ 3
1.5.1 - Formatting Conventions ........................................................................................................... 3
1.6 - Model Number .................................................................................................................................. 4
1.7 - PTU Package Contents ...................................................................................................................... 4
1.8 - Related Documentation .................................................................................................................... 5
1.9 - Additional Resources ......................................................................................................................... 5
1.10 - Technical Support ............................................................................................................................ 5
2 - Safety ........................................................................................................................................... 7
2.1 - Overview ........................................................................................................................................... 7
2.2 - Safety Warnings and Cautions ........................................................................................................... 7
3 - Quick Start ................................................................................................................................... 9
3.1 - System Overview ............................................................................................................................... 9
3.2 - Installation Components ................................................................................................................. 10
3.3 - Basic Setup ...................................................................................................................................... 10
3.4 - Ethernet Connection ....................................................................................................................... 11
3.5 - Serial Connection ............................................................................................................................ 13
4 - Installation & Setup .....................................................................................................................15
4.1 - Mounting the Unit ........................................................................................................................... 15
4.2 - Wiring and Connectors .................................................................................................................... 16
4.2.1 - Mechanical Overview ............................................................................................................. 16
4.2.2 - Wiring ..................................................................................................................................... 16
4.3 - Power Sources ................................................................................................................................. 17
4.4 - Fusing .............................................................................................................................................. 17
4.5 - Shielding .......................................................................................................................................... 17
4.6 - Interface and Host Settings ............................................................................................................. 18
4.6.1 - Ethernet Connection .............................................................................................................. 18
4.6.2 - RS-485 Electrical Connection .................................................................................................. 18
4.7 - Initial Power-Up and Test ................................................................................................................ 19
4.7.1 - Web Interface ......................................................................................................................... 19
4.7.2 - Terminal Interface .................................................................................................................. 19
4.8 - Payload Mounting ........................................................................................................................... 20
4.8.1 - Side Bracket Attachment ........................................................................................................ 20
4.8.2 - Payload Attachment ............................................................................................................... 21

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5 - Configuring & Programming ....................................................................................................... 25
5.1 - Range of Motion .............................................................................................................................. 25
5.1.1 - Default Limits ......................................................................................................................... 26
5.2 - Resolution and Step Modes ............................................................................................................ 26
5.2.1 - Resolution ............................................................................................................................... 27
5.3 - User-Programmable Settings .......................................................................................................... 27
5.3.1 - High-Speed Operation ............................................................................................................ 27
5.3.2 - Heavy-Payload Operation ....................................................................................................... 28
5.3.3 - Battery Powered Operation ................................................................................................... 29
F - Electrical Specifications ................................................................................................................. 1
6.1 - 26-Pin Base Connector ...................................................................................................................... 2
6.2 - 12-Pin Payload Connector ................................................................................................................. 3
6.3 - 26-Pin Breakout Cable ....................................................................................................................... 4
6.4 - PTU-5 Internal Wiring ........................................................................................................................ 5
G - Mechanical Drawings ................................................................................................................... 1
H - Networking .................................................................................................................................. 1
8.1 - Ethernet ............................................................................................................................................. 1
8.2 - Serial .................................................................................................................................................. 1
8.2.1 - Serial Networking Connections ................................................................................................ 2
8.2.2 - ASCII Command Syntax ............................................................................................................ 3
8.2.3 - Serial Command List ................................................................................................................. 4
I - Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................ 1
9.1 - Mechanical ........................................................................................................................................ 1
9.2 - Power ................................................................................................................................................ 1
9.3 - Networking ........................................................................................................................................ 1
9.4 - Technical Support .............................................................................................................................. 2
J - Regulatory & Warranty Information .............................................................................................. 1
10.1 - Regulatory Information ................................................................................................................... 1
10.2 - About FLIR Systems, Inc. ................................................................................................................. 2
10.3 - Limited Warranty ............................................................................................................................ 3

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1 - Introduction
The PTU-5 provides the fastest, most accurate pan-tilt unit in its size class that allows you to mount and
aim cameras, antennas, lasers, and other payloads. This User Manual contains setup, general
configuration, wiring, and mechanical interface information that is intended for use by design engineers
and integrators who are configuring, installing, and programming the PTU. Please see “Related
Documentation” on page 5 for a list of other documents related to FLIR PTUs.
1.1 - General PTU Features
The PTU-5 offers the following general features:
• Extra small, rugged, portable MIL-spec design with low weight and high performance
• Turn on and begin slewing to track moving targets in seconds (<5 seconds startup time)
• Reduced calibration movement (PTU-5 does not need to home to 0,0).
• Programmable ranges of motion
• Output shaft encoders ensure reliability and accuracy
• High holding torque with no “droop” on power off
• MIL-STD shock and vibration tested
• Flexible design supports a wide range of applications and sensors
• Shared common firmware and command set with other FLIR PTUs
• 26-pin base connector for simplified wiring with direct connections to power and the host PC
• Slip ring for continuous 360° pan operation with no external payload cables.
• Serial communication capability via terminal or computer
• Simple ASCII command mode
• High-speed binary command interface
• Constant-current motor drives for increased performance and control
• Flexible connectivity options
• Unregulated 12-30 VDC power input