FLIR Voyager III User manual

Voyager III
432-0005-00-10
Revision 100
September 2011 Operator’s Manual

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CHAPTER 1 Voyager III Overview .................................................................. 5
Additional References .....................................................................................................................5
Documentation Conventions ...........................................................................................................6
Warnings and Cautions................................................................................................6
System Description......................................................................................................7
General Operation ...........................................................................................................................7
Specialized Modes of Operation .....................................................................................................7
System Components. ..................................................................................................9
The Voyager III Camera Body .........................................................................................................9
Voyager III Bulkhead Box ..............................................................................................................10
Cables ...........................................................................................................................................10
Joystick Control Unit (JCU) ...........................................................................................................11
Multiple JCUs and Other Devices .................................................................................................11
Video Display. ............................................................................................................12
Thermal Imaging ...........................................................................................................................12
Video Screen Icons .......................................................................................................................13
CHAPTER 2 Voyager III Joystick Control Unit ............................................... 15
JCU Introduction. .......................................................................................................15
JCU Buttons...............................................................................................................15
Power/DIM Button .........................................................................................................................16
MENU Button ................................................................................................................................16
USER Button .................................................................................................................................16
SCENE Button ..............................................................................................................................17
COLOR Button .............................................................................................................................17
HOME Button ................................................................................................................................18
Special Button Functions ...............................................................................................................18
Button Summary ...........................................................................................................................19
JCU Puck...................................................................................................................19
Tilting the Camera .........................................................................................................................20
Panning the Camera .....................................................................................................................20
Zooming the Camera ....................................................................................................................20
Focusing the Camera ....................................................................................................................21
JCU Display. ..............................................................................................................22
CHAPTER 3 Voyager III System Startup ....................................................... 23
System Startup and Shutdown. .................................................................................23
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The Bootup Process.................................................................................................. 23
Standby Mode. .......................................................................................................... 25
JCU Power Menu. ..................................................................................................... 26
Factory Default Settings............................................................................................ 28
CHAPTER 4 Voyager III Firefighter Mode and Tracking ................................ 31
Overview. .................................................................................................................. 31
Using Firefighter Mode.............................................................................................. 31
Using Voyager III Tracking. ....................................................................................... 33
Setup for Tracking ........................................................................................................................ 36
How Tracking Affects Other System Features .............................................................................. 36
Tracking Concepts ........................................................................................................................ 37
Tracking Algorithms ...................................................................................................................... 38
Joystick Operation for Tracking .................................................................................................... 39
CHAPTER 5 Voyager III System Configuration ............................................. 43
Overview. .................................................................................................................. 43
Main Menu. ............................................................................................................... 44
Firefighter Menu. ....................................................................................................... 45
NMEA Menu.............................................................................................................. 45
NMEA Mode ................................................................................................................................. 47
RSD Message .............................................................................................................................. 47
BWC Message ............................................................................................................................. 48
TTM Message .............................................................................................................................. 48
Target Dwell .................................................................................................................................. 49
Mounting Height ........................................................................................................................... 49
Mounting X and Y Offset .............................................................................................................. 49
Mounting Angle ............................................................................................................................ 49
Video Setup Menu..................................................................................................... 49
Set Thermal Color Default ............................................................................................................ 50
Video Polarity ............................................................................................................................... 50
Color Thermal Video ..................................................................................................................... 50
Test Pattern .................................................................................................................................. 51
Set Symbology Menu. ............................................................................................... 52
PC Icon and JCU Icon .................................................................................................................. 52
Icon Display Mode ........................................................................................................................ 52
Elevation Icon ............................................................................................................................... 53
User Programmable Button Menu............................................................................. 53
Long Press ................................................................................................................................... 53
Short Press ................................................................................................................................... 54
System Setup Menu.................................................................................................. 54
Align Thermal Images .................................................................................................................. 55
Foveal View .................................................................................................................................. 55
Gyro Stabilization .......................................................................................................................... 55
Joystick Mode ............................................................................................................................... 56
Twist-to-Pan Mode ....................................................................................................................... 56

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Webcam ....................................................................................................................................... 57
Surveillance Menu ........................................................................................................................ 57
Analog Video Menu ...................................................................................................................... 58
Tracker/PIP Menu ......................................................................................................................... 59
About Help Menu .......................................................................................................................... 60
Point and Park........................................................................................................... 61
Point ............................................................................................................................................. 61
Park .............................................................................................................................................. 61
CHAPTER 6 Voyager III Webcam Interface ................................................... 63
Voyager III Webcam Introduction. ............................................................................. 63
Basic Webcam Configuration.................................................................................... 64
Browser Requirements ................................................................................................................. 64
Configuration Steps ...................................................................................................................... 64
Using the Webcam Interface..................................................................................... 66
Controlling Camera Position ......................................................................................................... 67
Image Mode Control ..................................................................................................................... 68
Contrast Mode .............................................................................................................................. 68
IR Video Controls ......................................................................................................................... 68
DLTV Controls .............................................................................................................................. 68
Web Browser Configuration. ..................................................................................... 69
Browser Security Settings ............................................................................................................ 69
Installing the VLC Player .............................................................................................................. 69
Advanced Configuration Topics................................................................................. 71
Changing Voyager III Camera Static IP Address .......................................................................... 72
Changing the IP Address of the JCU ........................................................................................... 74
Enabling Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) .................................................................................... 75
Using the Webcam Feature Remotely .......................................................................................... 77
Configuring the Camera to Output to a Remote Device ............................................................... 78
Custom Network Applications. .................................................................................. 80
Programmers/Integrators ............................................................................................................. 80
Resources Available ..................................................................................................................... 81
Training ......................................................................................................................................... 81
CHAPTER 7 Voyager III Reference ............................................................... 83
Introduction. .............................................................................................................. 83
Acronyms. ................................................................................................................. 83
List of Icons............................................................................................................... 85
System Specifications. .............................................................................................. 87
Parts and Accessories .................................................................................................................. 87
System Overview ......................................................................................................................... 89
Troubleshooting Tips................................................................................................. 90

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CHAPTER 1 Voyager III Overview
This manual describes the operation of the Voyager III camera. If you need help
or have additional questions, please call to speak with our support experts; see
the phone numbers on the back cover of this manual.
This manual includes information about the following topics:
• System description
• Using the joystick control unit (JCU)
• System startup and shutdown
• Using firefighter mode and tracking
• Configuring your Voyager III system
• Using your Voyager III as a webcam, remotely and locally
• Helpful reference information such as acronyms, parts lists, a table of icons,
and troubleshooting tips
Additional References
The Voyager III camera comes with a complete documentation set on a CD (FLIR
Doc. # 432-0005-00-16) that includes this manual as well as others. All
documents are in PDF format and can be viewed with Adobe Acrobat Reader.
•Voyager III Installation Guide (FLIR Doc. # 432-0005-00-12) includes
information about electrical connections and physical installation.
•Voyager III Quick Start Guide (FLIR Doc. # 432-0005-00-11) is a set of double-
sided cards that show the functions executed by the various JCU buttons,
puck movements, and on-screen symbols.

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•Voyager III Interface Control Document (ICD) is an extensive set of CAD
drawings with detailed component dimensions, wiring schemes, and mounting
dimensions.There are three separate ICD documents:
• FLIR Doc. # 500-0385-09 contains dimensions of the maritime multi-
product JCU and a template to use while installing it.
• FLIR Doc. # 432-0005-XX-19 contains drawings related to the Voyager III
camera body and the interconnections among system components.
• FLIR Doc. # 500-0483-19 contains the drawings for the bulkhead box,
including over all dimensions, component locations, and wiring.
You may also refer to the Resources Web page for up-to-date documentation:
http://www.flir.com/cvs/americas/en/maritime/resources/
Documentation Conventions
For safety, and to achieve the highest levels of performance from the Voyager III
system, always follow the warnings and cautions in this manual when handling
and operating the Voyager III camera system.
Warning: Warning notices are used in this publication to emphasize that
hazardous voltages, currents, temperatures, or other conditions that could cause
personal injury or death exist with this equipment, or may be associated with its
use.
Caution: Caution notices are used where equipment might be damaged if care is
not taken or an operation might have an unexpected outcome.
Note: Notes call attention to information that is especially significant to
understanding and operating the equipment.
Warnings and Cautions
Warning: Do not use the Voyager III imaging system as the primary navigation
system. Use it in conjunction with other navigation aids and a primary manual
navigation system.
Warning: Use of insufficient wire gauge can result in fire.
Caution: Do not open the Voyager III camera unit for any reason. Disassembly
of the camera (including removal of the cover) can cause permanent damage
and will void the warranty.
Caution: Be careful not to leave fingerprints on the Voyager III camera optics.
Caution: The Voyager III requires a power supply of 24V DC nominal, 10
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outside of the specified input voltage range or the specified operating temperature
range can cause permanent damage.
This equipment must be disposed of as electronic waste. Contact your nearest
FLIR representative for instructions on how to return the product to FLIR for
proper disposal.
System Description
Voyager III is a stabilized maritime thermal and visible-light camera system for
use on most types of vessels. Its state-of-the-art thermal imaging system provides
excellent night visibility and situational awareness, without any form of natural or
artificial illumination.
General Operation
Voyager III’s two thermal imagers are capable of producing both wide-angle and
zoomed-in images. The wide field of view imager is ideal for navigation and
overall situational awareness, and its long-range thermal camera can detect
hazards and other vessels out to the horizon. Both cameras provide clear imagery
regardless of lighting conditions.
In addition to two thermal imagers, Voyager III is also equipped with a color
daylight/low-light camera capable of covering an extended field of view—from
narrow to wide. Included with your Voyager III system is a sensitive video tracking
device that automatically tracks a target such as another vessel after you identify
it.
The Voyager III includes a camera body to install on the deck house or mast
location of your choice, a bulkhead box for installation below deck, and one or
more joystick control units (JCU) for installation at the primary pilot station and
any other location where you want to be able to operate the camera. Each of
these components is designed for years of rugged, trouble-free use.
The Voyager III system supports multiple control stations onboard. The video can
be displayed on virtually any multi-function display or video monitor. The video
can also be displayed on a computer screen when the webcam interface is
configured.
Specialized Modes of Operation
The Voyager III system is equipped with a broad range of features that can be
used to support a variety of specialized needs. You can use these features alone
or in combination.
For example, you can enable surveillance mode so that the camera regularly
scans a defined area. You can also use the system as a webcam from a remote
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Internet connection, letting you view what is happening near your vessel even
when you are miles away.
The Voyager III easily integrates with other navigation equipment such as radar
or GPS and communicates through the standard National Marine Electronics
Association (NMEA) 0183 protocol.
Two features are especially useful in rescue operations.
Firefighter Mode. In this mode, the Voyager III system indicates the estimated
temperature of a target point and highlights areas that fall within a target
temperature range. In a fire situation, this feature can help rescue personnel
identify the type of fire they are dealing with, since different types of fires burn at
different temperatures. For example, the estimated temperature could help
firefighters distinguish between a fire fueled by oil and a structure fire fueled by
wood and help assess the risk to personnel so they can use the correct methods
and tools in fighting the fire. See “Using Firefighter Mode” on page 31 for details.
Tracking. When tracking is enabled, you manually identify an area on the screen
that you want to track and then engage the tracker. The tracker keeps the
camera pointed toward that target area. You can fine-tune the target area and
make other manual adjustments. This feature can be useful when rescue
personnel are attempting to contact a vessel in distress or a person overboard.
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You can use firefighter mode and tracking mode together to provide
comprehensive support for rescue operations. In the man-over-board scenario,
you can use color coding associated with a temperature range to identify where
the person is located and then engage the tracker to keep the camera focused on
the person until the completion of a successful rescue operation.
System Components
The Voyager III system includes the following components, each of which is
described briefly in this section:
• Camera body
• Bulkhead box
• Connector cables
• Joystick control unit (JCU) and weather cover
This manual describes how the Voyager III system operates. It assumes that your
system is installed and ready to use. For details about installing the system, see
the Voyager III Installation Guide.
The Voyager III Camera Body
The camera body’s pan/tilt mechanism allows the operator to look 360° in
azimuth, and +/– 90° in elevation. The camera body houses all three imaging
sensors: wide-angle infrared, long-range infrared, and zoom color daylight/low-
light camera.
Each of the infrared cameras uses an uncooled vanadium oxide (VOx) detector
sensitive to long-wave infrared (LWIR) energy. The wide-angle camera uses a 35
mm lens, and the long-range camera uses a 140 mm lens.

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In its default setting, Voyager III zooms digitally from the wide field of view (FOV)
camera to the narrow FOV camera. At the point when the wide FOV reaches 2X
zoom, the system switches over to the narrow FOV camera and zooms digitally
to its maximum magnification.
The Voyager III camera body is sealed at the factory against humidity,
suspended particulates, and other contaminants. The camera body should not be
opened for any reason, as it will compromise the seal and possibly damage the
unit. Opening the camera body will void the manufacturer’s warranty.
Voyager III Bulkhead Box
The bulkhead box is the central hub for all other Voyager III system components.
It accepts vessel power in (24 VDC), and provides power to the JCU and camera
body. The bulkhead box also passes command signals from the JCU to the
camera body, and supplies up to six analog signals for viewing around the ship.
Two independent video paths connect from the camera body to the bulkhead
box. These video signals are received by the bulkhead box and each is routed
through a video amplifier/distributor that creates four outputs. One of the video
channels is labeled primary and the other secondary.
Note: The physical configuration of the box supports a maximum of six cables at
one time. These can be any combination of primary and secondary output.
The bulkhead box includes a slot for a communication option known as the
NMEA interface board, which you can use to communicate with devices such as
radar and GPS (see page 45 for details on the NMEA interface). It also contains
the video tracking module used to support the Voyager III automatic tracking
capabilities.
Cables
The camera cable connects the Voyager III camera body to the bulkhead box.
The cable length varies, depending on what is ordered. The cable provides
power to the camera from the bulkhead box and relays control commands
between the camera body and the JCU. The cable also provides the standard
RS-170 video signals from the camera to the bulkhead box.
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This cable connects to the back of the camera body base with a circular
connector. To avoid damaging the cable, it is important not to bend it too tightly.
Detailed instructions for connecting the cable to the bulkhead box are included in
the Voyager III Installation Guide.
Joystick Control Unit (JCU)
The JCU is the primary control device for the Voyager III system. The JCU is used
to power up the camera or put it in a standby state, to operate the pan (rotation)
and tilt movement of the camera, to control the Voyager III tracking features, and
to configure the camera settings by means of on-screen menus. The JCU
connects to the bulkhead box using an Ethernet network connection, and that
same connection provides power to the JCU.
The JCU has various buttons, an LCD display, and a joystick “puck” that is used to
control the pan/tilt movement and to navigate through the on-screen menus. The
puck can be rotated in either direction, moved left and right or forward and back,
and pushed in (like a button) and pulled up. Chapter 2, "Voyager III Joystick
Control Unit," on page 15 describes the features of the JCU in detail.
The Voyager III uses on-screen symbols to indicate the camera position (azimuth)
and tilt (elevation). Other symbols indicate various system settings that have been
enabled or camera settings such as whether wide or narrow field of vision is being
used. These symbols are explained throughout this manual in the discussion of
the related activities. You can also review a full list of on-screen icons in Table 7.1
on page 85.
Multiple JCUs and Other Devices
In some installations, the system includes additional components, such as
additional JCUs, video equipment, or network equipment. When the system
installation includes more than one JCU, the camera can respond to commands
from any of them. You can also use more than one device to display the video and
when you are using tracking, you can use a picture-within-picture mode that lets
you see two camera views on one screen.
Note: While it is possible for a single JCU to control more than one camera, this
configuration of a Voyager III system is unlikely and not discussed in this manual.
If you have a need to configure a system with more than one camera, contact
FLIR support for details.
Typically, the JCU and the video monitor are mounted in close physical proximity
so you can immediately see the changes on the video screen when you use the
JCU to change the camera position (pan or tilt).
The Voyager III bulkhead box provides a single PoE Ethernet output. If a single
JCU is used with the system, it is connected to this location with the supplied
double-shielded Ethernet cable and the JCU draws its power directly through the
bulkhead box. If you need to connect an additional JCU or a computer to the
system, you will need to provide an Ethernet switch or equivalent. If the network
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switch does not have Power over Ethernet (PoE) capability, a PoE injector can be
used to provide power to the JCU. FLIR PoE injectors are available from your
FLIR authorized dealer or integrator. See the Voyager III Installation Guide for
connection diagrams.
You can also connect a computer to the system either directly or remotely
through the Internet. When the webcam feature is enabled, you can control the
camera from the computer, as well as view video output on the computer. See
Chapter 6, "Voyager III Webcam Interface," on page 63 for details.
Contact FLIR for more information regarding available accessories including
JCUs, PoE equipment, video distribution amplifiers, cables, connectors,
mounting hardware, and so on. Contact information is listed on the back of this
manual.
Video Display
The two thermal imagers that are part of the Voyager III system do not produce
images from visible light like an ordinary camera does or like the human eye
does. Rather, they use thermal infrared energy to produce images by sensing
subtle differences in temperature and generating images based on those
differences.
Thermal Imaging
The thermal imaging camera relies on the fact that all objects, even very cold
objects like ice, emit thermal energy in the portion of the infrared spectrum that
this camera can see, the long wave infrared (LWIR). Therefore, unlike an
illuminated infrared camera, the thermal imaging camera does not need an
additional active illumination source and images are based on directly radiated
energy rather than reflected energy.
When the thermal camera is in white-hot mode, the warm objects in the scene
display as white, or lighter shades of grey, and cold objects display as black or
darker shades of gray. When you switch the video polarity, this is reversed.
This is why you will see hot objects such as parts on an outboard motor that
appear white (or black, or red depending on the video image mode selected),
while the puddles of water and other cold objects appear dark (or cool). Scenes
with familiar objects will be easy to interpret with some experience. The camera
automatically optimizes the image to provide you with the best contrast in most
conditions.
FLIR Systems, Inc. offers a comprehensive selection of training courses to help
you to get the best performance and value from your thermal imaging camera.
You can find out more at the FLIR training Web page:
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Video Screen Icons
Depending on the camera settings and the JCU buttons that have been pressed,
various symbols display on the screen. Some of these icons always display on the
screen, and some appear momentarily or only when certain functions are enabled
or executed. In addition, many icons only display when the thermal cameras are
used, not when the daylight camera is active.
The display of icons can be modified by using several configuration settings. See
“Set Symbology Menu” on page 52 for a description of menu options relation to
symbol display.
The following image of a screen illustrates some of the possible icons displayed
by the system, as well as an example of the on-screen menu that displays when
you press the MENU button. Using the menus is described in Chapter 5,
"Voyager III System Configuration," on page 43.
A complete list of all of the icons used in the system and a brief description of how
they are used can be found in Table 7.1 on page 85.
On-Screen Menu
Position Icon JCU Icon
Elevation Icon
Scene Icon
PC Icon
Firefighter Menu
NMEA Menu
Video Setup Menu
Set Symbology Menu
User Programmable Button Menu
System Setup Menu
About Help Menu
Point: Disabled
Park
Press MENU to exit
Joystick Up/Down to select
Joystick Left/Right to change

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CHAPTER 2 Voyager III Joystick
Control Unit
JCU Introduction
The JCU is the primary method of controlling the Voyager III camera. You use it to
move the camera (pan or tilt), electronically zoom the camera in and out, switch
between infrared and visible-light cameras, adjust the image quality, enable or
disable the video tracker, and access the on-screen menus.
This chapter describes how to use the JCU buttons to operate the camera
features. Some of these features vary depending on the specific way your system
has been configured. The various configuration settings and how they affect
operation are discussed in Chapter 5, "Voyager III System Configuration," on
page 43. When specific settings affect a particular button, you can refer to that
chapter for additional details.
JCU Buttons
All of the buttons on the JCU perform multiple functions. In most cases, each
performs one function when it is pressed briefly (short press) and a different
function when it is pressed and held (long press). This flexibility enables a simple
device to support a set of complex, rich features.
In the following discussion, the short-press action is described first, followed by
the long press. In addition, enabling some system features such as firefighter
mode and tracking can change how the buttons work. Table 2.1 on page 19
summarizes the two actions for each button and the effects of other modes on
how the buttons operate.
Puck
Power/DIM Display
Home
Scene
User
Menu
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Power/DIM Button
Short Press. A short press of the Power/DIM button cycles through the four
levels of brightness for the JCU display. The JCU controls are backlit to make
them easier to see at night. Use this button to adjust the brightness of the JCU
backlighting for your comfort.
Long Press. Pressing and holding the Power/DIM button is used to “wake up”
the camera, causing it to go from standby mode to powered on. It is also used to
put the camera back in standby mode as well as complete other system functions
such as calibrating the JCU and associating the JCU with a camera. These
functions are described in more detail on page 23.
MENU Button
In many cases, you will not need to modify the factory default configuration
settings of your Voyager III system. However, the system gives you many options
that you may want to tailor to your own needs. These settings are available
through on-screen menus. Use the MENU button to turn these menus on or off.
When the on-screen menu is displayed, use the joystick puck to navigate through
the menus and select various menu entries. Each menu item is discussed in
detail in Chapter 5, "Voyager III System Configuration," on page 43, which
explains how to navigate using the menus in more detail.
The MENU button supports additional features when tracking is enabled. In this
mode, holding down the MENU button and using the joystick lets you manage
tracking features. See “Joystick Operation for Tracking” on page 39 for details.
USER Button
The USER button is a programmable one-touch button that lets you quickly
access the most common or favorite settings or functions. Both the short press
and the long press action of this button can be configured from the User
Programmable Button Menu (see page 53).
Short Press. A short press of the USER button is initially configured to invert the
Video Polarity setting from white-hot to black-hot, but you can set it to perform a
number of other functions.
Long Press. Pressing and holding the USER button initially displays the on-
screen menu for programming the button. The menu can also be accessed by
pressing the MENU button and then scrolling down to the User Programmable
Button Menu entry. You can change the long press action to initiate tracking.
Note: When you are tracking, the short-press function associated with the
USER button is ignored. Instead, a short press of the USER button alternates the
primary display between the on-screen display (OSD) and direct analog. See
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SCENE Button
Short Press
A short press of the SCENE button cycles through four preset automatic gain
control (AGC) settings, which change the image gain and level settings:
• Night Running
• Night Docking
• Day Running
• Man Overboard
The preset AGC settings for each scene have been optimized to offer the most
balance and high quality image for specific conditions. Which setting to use
depends on personal preference and environmental conditions. You may like the
way the Night Docking setting looks, even though you are running on open water
during the daytime. Experiment with the different settings, and find out for yourself
which settings works best in different conditions.
Long Press
Pressing and holding the SCENE button switches between the thermal and
visible-light cameras for any video channel set to OSD (on-screen display). The
type of video to display is set using the options on the Analog Video Menu. Two
separate video channels are supported: primary and secondary (see “Analog
Video Menu” on page 58 for details).
If both the primary and the secondary video channels are set to OSD, then
pressing and holding the SCENE button changes the video on both channels. By
default, the secondary video is set to display unprocessed analog. If this is the
way your system is configured, then pressing and holding the SCENE button
changes only the primary channel.
COLOR Button
Short Press
Pressing the COLOR button switches the thermal camera video display. The way
the button works depends on the setting of Color Thermal Video on the Video
Setup Menu (see page 50).
• When Color Thermal Video is disabled, pressing the COLOR button lets you
choose between white/black or red/black display options.
• When Color Thermal Video is enabled, pressing the COLOR button cycles
through four preset color pallets.
The default color scheme is red/black since the equipment is often used at night
in the darkness and the red-hot image can help preserve the user’s night vision.
Based on personal preferences, one of the other color settings (or color palettes)
can be chosen as a default.
Night Running
Day Running
Night Docking
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Note: The USER button is configured to invert the video polarity setting by
default, so it changes the infrared imagery from white-hot (red-hot) to black-hot.
Long Press
Press and hold the COLOR button to calibrate the thermal cameras, also called
flat field correction. This process can improve the quality of the digital image by
removing distortions and calibrating a more uniform output, letting you see real
images more clearly.
HOME Button
Short Press. A short press of the HOME button moves the camera to its home
position. The Home position is a programmable preset position—usually straight
ahead and level with the horizon—that operators can use as a reference. Home
is the position the camera will most likely be in when it is in use.
Long Press. Pressing and holding the HOME button sets the home position.
First use the puck to point the camera’s line of sight to the position you want to
set as home. Press and hold the HOME button for 3 seconds; the Home symbol
will flash on the screen when the new Home position is set. When you want to
move the camera to this position, press and release the HOME button. When you
press the HOME button, the Home icon appears on the screen briefly.
Special Button Functions
You can use combinations of buttons to perform a few additional less common
functions.
JCU Reset
Occasionally it may be necessary to reset the JCU. Simultaneously pressing and
holding the MENU and USER buttons causes the JCU to reset. Unplugging and
plugging the Ethernet cable will also cause the JCU to lose power temporarily
and reset. When it resets, it will reacquire the network IP address and display
various messages on the display.
Global Standby
When the system is put into global standby, all cameras and JCUs found on the
network are powered down at the same time. This function is used to properly
shut down all cameras (return to park position) and JCUs prior to removing power
with the system breaker.
While this option can be selected from the JCU Power Menu, you can also
achieve global standby by pressing and holding the SCENE, COLOR, and
HOME buttons in unison.
Note: This button sequence is essentially a hard shutdown. The JCU does not
go into a countdown mode or display the Power Menu. The system immediately
goes into global standby mode.