FLIR UltraFORCE 350-HD User manual

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Owner’s Manual
(Operation & Maintenance Manual)
(Note: Picture layout is typical. May vary depending on system configuration)

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Table of Content
1UltraFORCE 350-HD Operation .......................................................... 5
1.1 Scope............................................................................................... 5
1.2 1st Line Maintenance......................................................................... 5
1.3 UltraFORCE 350-HD Operation........................................................ 9
1.4 Controls and functionality................................................................ 13
1.5 Screen Symbology.......................................................................... 41
1.6 Auto Tracker Functionality.............................................................. 45
1.7 Laser Range Finder........................................................................ 49
1.8 Laser Pointer and Illuminator.......................................................... 50
1.9 Inertial Measurement Unit............................................................... 51
1.10 Built in Test.................................................................................. 52
1.11 Storage Considerations................................................................ 54
1.12 Operational Performance Considerations .................................... 54
1.13 Fig 1 Screen Symbology –General ............................................. 58
1.14 Fig 2 Hand Control Unit (Front View) ........................................... 59
1.15 Fig 3 Hand Control Unit (Side View) ............................................ 60
2Maintenance...................................................................................... 61
2.1 Scope............................................................................................. 61
2.2 Reference Documents.................................................................... 61
2.3 Functional Description.................................................................... 61
2.4 Service Levels (Line and Base Maintenance)................................. 62
2.5 Tools and Equipment List ............................................................... 64
2.6 Spare Parts..................................................................................... 66
2.7 Repair and Calibration.................................................................... 67
For Operational Limitations;
See Product Specification SYS11000PS.

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Amendment Record:
Date
Revision
Amendment Details
2012-07-05
NC
First Issue
2013-05-03
A
IMU Menu system updated.
New Function: Matched field-of-view added.
2014-04-10
B
Matched field-of-view function removed.
Function changes due to change of cameras.
2014-06-08
C
Spotter overlay and auto iris functionality changed due to
change of camera.
2014-06-18
D
Added polarity button for Hitachi SC-120R.
2014-06-18
E
Adjusted behavior of Spotter Auto functionality.
2014-12-01
F
(Re-written) Numerous editorial changes and various
clarifications added.
2015-07-15
G
1.2.4, 1.2.5, 2.5.1, 2.5.4: Added clarifications and spare part
numbers for desiccant checks and maintenance.
1.3.3: Added instructions for flying the TCU in an unpowered
state.

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Abbreviations
(Used in this Manual)
CW / CCW
Clockwise / Counterclockwise
DC
Direct Current
FOV
Field Of View
GPS
Global Positioning System
HCU
Hand Control Unit
ICD
Interface Control Document
IMU
Inertial Measurement Unit
IR
Infrared
LI
Laser Illuminator
LOS
Line Of Sight
LP
Laser Pointer
LRF
Laser Range Finder
LRU
Line Replaceable Unit
N/A
Not Applicable
NC
No Change
NFOV
Narrow Field Of View
NUC
Non-Uniformity Correction
NVG
Night Vision Goggles
TCU
Turret Camera Unit
TI
Thermal Imager
WFOV
Wide Field Of View
WoW
Weight On Wheels

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1 UltraFORCE 350-HD Operation
1.1 Scope
General
This document details the methods and procedures used to operate the UltraFORCE
350-HD system, operational level maintenance, and storage considerations.
Audience
The expected audience for this document is trained System Operators and Maintenance
Technicians.
1.2 1st Line Maintenance
1.2.1 Pre-flight check/Daily Inspection
Remove the protective hood. (if present/applicable)
Gently move the turret by hand to ensure free movement in the azimuth and
elevation bearings.
If deemed necessary, clean the TCU according to §1.2.2 and 1.2.3.
Check the humidity indication of the two Desiccator Breathers and the Desiccator
Indicator. (See §1.2.4 for desiccant checks and maintenance)
Carefully place the TCU in STOW position by hand before the power-on procedure
is started.
1.2.2 Cleaning
When the TCU surface requires cleaning, a clean damp cloth with a mild solution of
dishwashing soap should be used. Do not wash the optical windows with the same cloth
as used for the TCU surfaces. The windows should be treated as a separate process in
order to prevent general TCU dirt and grit from damaging the optical surfaces.

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1.2.3 Cleaning the external optical surfaces
Although salt deposits, insects and finger prints etc. rarely cause a noticeable loss of
system performance, many substances may accelerate the deterioration of the optical
coatings on the windows, and should therefore be removed. Use a clean non-abrasive
cloth and clean water with a mild dishwashing soap solution (or equivalent) to clean the
optics.
Apply light pressure and always soak and soften any dirt particles that are difficult to
remove. Always consider your actions and avoid the possibility of scratching the
surfaces. It is especially important to remove fuel and oil deposits from the daylight
window since these fluids refract the light, which may cause an out of focus effect in the
image.

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1.2.4 Desiccant checks and maintenance
The TCU is equipped with two Desiccator Breathers to control the internal environment
and to maintain the components in good condition. The desiccators should be checked
before each mission as a part of the pre-flight check.
NOTE: If the TCU recently has been operated in a high humidity environment, the desiccants may require
up to 4 hours for stabilizing and giving a correct humidity reading.
The TCU also has a built in Desiccator Indicator providing a visual indication of the
moisture content. A blue reading is an indication that the internal atmosphere is dry, while
a pink reading indicates that high levels of moisture are present.
A partial blue and pink reading is an indication that a moderate level of moisture is
present, which is considered normal and acceptable.
If just the two Desiccator Breathers (not the Indicator) are indicating that moisture is
present, then just the Breathers needs to be dried using FLIR Systems Polytech AB
GEN00035 Desiccator Dryer Kit or P990024 Refill Kit for Breathers, or replaced with new
P990002 Desiccant Breather(s).
If the Desiccator Indicator indicates moisture (>40%), the drying procedure (purging)
needs to be performed. (See § 1.2.5 and 1.8.8)
After purging, all three (3) desiccators should be replaced or dried using the GEN00035
Desiccator Dryer Kit / P990024 Refill Kit for Breathers.
Desiccator Indicator (1 ea) P/N: P990001
Indicates pink if moisture level is >40%
Desiccator Breathers (2 ea) P/N: P990002
Indicates pink at two moisture levels; 15% and 30%
(Refill Kit P/N: P990024)

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1.2.5 Drying procedure (Purging)
If the level of moisture within the TCU is too high and the Desiccator Indicator is
completely pink, then action should be taken to dry the TCU using a supply of low
pressure dry nitrogen.
A Purging Kit (GEN00035) is available as an option for this purpose.
For detailed instructions regarding the purging process;
See the Maintenance section of this manual. (§ 2.5.2)

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1.3 UltraFORCE 350-HD Operation
1.3.1 Power-on (start-up) procedure:
Ensure that the TCU has mechanical freedom of movement and that no
interference from surrounding objects/obstructions is present.
Ensure that the TCU is placed in STOW position before the system is powered
on.
Ensure that a stable DC power supply is available.
NOTE: Do not power-on the TCU during aircraft engine start-up.
Ensure that a monitor is correctly connected and powered up.
Power-on the system using the HCU. (see § 1.4.1)
Perform a Joystick calibration, as described in § 1.4.7.
Null any Azimuth and Elevation drift, as described in § 1.4.12 and 1.4.13.
NOTE: This action should be performed when the system has warmed up in order to achieve
the best result.
The system will start-up and initialize according to the conditions defined below:
NOTE: The thermal imager will need a cool down period of approx. 7 min before an
image is displayed. The TI display is showing INIT during this period (See § 1.5.6)
Avoid to power-off the TCU during the initialization phase.
Feature
Condition after initialization
Initial Position
Last CAGE setting (or STOW if STOW
switch is selected)
Joystick Sense
Push forward for negative elevation
Auto Tracker Mode
Standby
Selected Sensor
TV camera
TV FOV
Fully wide
TV E-Zoom
No Electronic Zoom selected
TV Iris & Gain
Automatic
TV Focus
Autofocus
TV Freeze
Live image
TV IR Cut off filter
In
TV White Balance
Automatic
TI FOV
Wide
TI E-Zoom
No Electronic Zoom selected
TI Level & Span
Automatic
TI Polarity
White hot
TI Freeze
Live image
TI DDE
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Feature
Condition after initialization
Spotter FOV
Full Narrow
Spotter E-Zoom
N/A
Spotter Iris & Gain
Automatic
Spotter Gamma
Off
1.3.2 Power-off (shut down) procedure:
The system can be powered off from any mode, at any time, without damaging the
system. However, avoid to power-off the system during the initialization phase.
From an operational point of view, it is highly recommended to select STOW prior to
powering off, as the STOW position is important for the protection of the optical windows
during aircraft take-off and landing.
1.3.3 Flying the TCU in an unpowered state
The TCU must be in STOW position if the system is to be flown in an unpowered state
(e.g. during ferry flight.)
NOTE: The TCU can be moved to STOW by hand if the TCU is not in the STOW position, if the
system is unpowered and prior to flight. STOW position is considered +90° lookup (to engage the
STOW magnet) and -180° from the flight path.
1.3.4 Turret Functions
Function
Reference Section/Paragraph
Power ON/OFF
1.4.1
Turret Steering Joystick
1.4.2
Change/Cycle Sensors
1.4.4 (systems with TV and IR)
1.4.11 (systems with TV, IR and Spotter)
Set Azimuth Drift
1.4.12
Set Elevation Drift
1.4.13
Cage
1.4.14
Set Cage position
1.4.14
Zero set Joystick offset
1.4.7
STOW position
1.4.14
Set Time & Date
1.4.11
Set Azimuth Joystick Gain
1.4.8
Set Elevation Joystick Gain
1.4.16
Adjust HCU NVG Backlight
1.4.22
Change Elevation Joystick
Sense
1.4.7
Point Mode
1.4.13