Sierra pacific M1-d User manual

M1-D MANUAL

REVISION 1.3.2

SIERRA PACIFIC INNOVATIONS CORP

6620 S. TENAYA WAY 100

LAS VEGAS, NV 89113

702-369-3966

WWW.X20.ORG

[email protected]

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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2.1!FEATURES!..............................................................................................!5!

2.2!FUNCTIONS!............................................................................................!6!

Thermal(Imaging(Sensor(....................................................................(6!

Visual(CCD(Sensor(..............................................................................(6!

Laser(Indicator(...................................................................................(6!

Thermal(Zoom(....................................................................................(6!

Inverted(Operation(.............................................................................(7!

Auto(Tours(..........................................................................................(7!

On(Screen(Display(Symbology(............................................................(7!

2.3!TECHNICAL!SPECIFICATIONS!......................................................................!8!

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3.1!DIMENSIONAL!VIEWS!...............................................................................!9!

3.2!MOUNTING!THE!M1=D!.........................................................................!11!

Mounting(Steps(................................................................................(12!

3.3!ELECTRICAL!CONNECTIONS!.....................................................................!13!

Electrical(Steps(.................................................................................(13!

Electrical(Connections(Overview(Diagram(Fig.(1.6(...........................(15!

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4.1!BASIC!OPERATION!.................................................................................!16!

PelcoKD(Specialty(Command(Mapping(.............................................(16!

Power(On(the(M1KD(.........................................................................(17!

Pan(Tilt(The(M1KD(............................................................................(17!

Select(Video(Source(..........................................................................(17!

Trigger(The(Laser(Pointer(.................................................................(18!

Thermal(Imaging(Sensor(Zoom(........................................................(18!

Thermal(Imaging(Color(Palletes(.......................................................(19!

4.2!ONSCREEN!SYMBOLOGY!.........................................................................!21!

Heading(Indicator(............................................................................(21!

Numeric(Pan(Tilt(Indicator(...............................................................(22!

Cross(Hairs(.......................................................................................(22!

Zoom(Indicators(...............................................................................(22!

Logo(.................................................................................................(22!

Text(String(........................................................................................(22!

Accessing(The(On(Screen(Display(Menu(...........................................(23!

Navigating(The(OSD(Menus(.............................................................(23!

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Symbology(OSD(Menu(......................................................................(24!

Symbology(Crosshair(Menu(.............................................................(24!

Symbology(Zoomer(Menu(................................................................(25!

Symbology(Pan(Position(Menu(.........................................................(25!

Symbology(Numeric(Position(Menu(.................................................(25!

Symbology(Text(Menu(......................................................................(25!

Symbology(Logo(Menu(.....................................................................(26!

Crosshair(Configuration(Menu(.........................................................(26!

Crosshair(Configuration(Fixed(Type(.................................................(26!

Crosshair(Configuration(Adjustable(Type(.........................................(28!

Crosshair(Configuration(Zoomer(Type(.............................................(28!

Crosshair(Adjust(Menu(.....................................................................(28!

Cross(Grouping(.................................................................................(29!

Crosshair(Adjust(Setting(Crosshair(Positions(....................................(29!

Crosshair(Adjust(Reset(All(Submenu(.................................................(30!

4.3!ADVANCED!OPERATION!.........................................................................!30!

Setting(Preset(Positions(...................................................................(31!

Calling(Preset(Positions(....................................................................(31!

Advanced(Preset(Call(Number(Codes(...............................................(31!

Preset(Call(Number(Code(Table(1.5(..................................................(32!

Preset(81(Video(Switch(.....................................................................(33!

Preset(82(Auto(Scan(.........................................................................(33!

Preset(84(Pattern(Scan(1(..................................................................(33!

Preset(85(Pattern(Scan(2(..................................................................(33!

Preset(86(Pattern(Scan(3(..................................................................(34!

Preset(87(Pattern(Scan(4(..................................................................(34!

Preset(89(Clear(Presets(....................................................................(34!

Preset(90(OSD(On/Off(......................................................................(34!

Preset(94(Remote(Reboot(................................................................(34!

Preset(96(180(Degree(Continuous(Scan(...........................................(35!

Preset(97(360(Degree(Random(Scna(................................................(35!

Preset(98(90(Degree(Continuous(Scan(.............................................(35!

Preset(99(OSD(..................................................................................(35!

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1. SAFETY NOTES – IMPORTANT

The following safety precautions must be followed carefully. Please take the

time to review the entire manual before operation.

Before installing the M1-D camera system please read this manual carefully

and familiarize yourself with its features and operations.

The installation of the M1-D must be performed by qualified service or

system integrators and shall comply with all local codes.

Before powering on the camera verify the power voltage, current and polarity

are correct.

Route the power, video and control cables in an appropriate manner to avoid

damage to the cable. Make sure the cable is not a trip hazard.

Do not operate the camera outside of the systems specified environmental

range. The M1-D’s working temperature range is -25°C - 70°C. The ambient

humidity limit is <95% non-condensing.

During transportation avoid violent shock and/or vibration to the camera

system.

To prevent electric shock and avoid permanent damage to the M1-D, do not

remove any screws or attempt to disassemble the system housing. There are

no user serviceable parts inside. Contact SPI Corp for service at 702-369-

3966.

Video and RS-485 control cables should be separated from other cables.

Shielding may be necessary in some cases to avoid interference.

NEVER aim the lens of the M1-D at the sun or extremely hot objects. This

may damage the precision thermal sensor.

To clean the M1-D use a soft cloth. For extreme dirt utilize a weak solution

of water and household dish soap. Use only quality lens care tissue or lens

cloth to wipe the windows of the M1-D.

Do not rotate the camera housing manually. Do not hold the camera module

while in operation or try to stop the rotation while in operation. This may

result in a malfunction of the camera.

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Shield the camera from radiation, X-Ray, Radar or other strong electro-

magnetic sources.

2. ABOUT THE M1-D

The M1-D is an intelligent Pan Tilt Zoom multisensor imaging

platform designed for all weather operation on a variety of

platforms. The M1-D is ideally suited for Vehicle, Vessel or

stationary mounting configurations. The M1-D features a

thermal day/night sensor, a visual light CCD sensor and a laser

indicator. The M1-D PTZ is remotely controlled via optional

accessory keyboards or via user supplied devices that

communicate via RS/485 utlizing the Pelco-D protocol.

2.1 Features

!Fully weatherized housing for outdoor operation, anti-

vibration, anti-corrosion IP66 rated.

!Thermal imaging sensor for detailed imagery in any lighting

condition.

!CCD Visual sensor for target identification.

!Laser indicator for team security and object tracking.

!Continuous 360° pan with 90° tilt range.

!12VDC operation with vehicle cigarette lighter support.

!User adjustable preset positions with auto tour.

!Digital Zoom.

!Compact 4.5” gimbal ball design with a light weight of

approximately 2 lbs. for easy integration into a variety of

platforms.

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2.2 Functions

Thermal Imaging Sensor

The M1-D is equipped with a next generation LWIR (Long Wave

InfraRed) thermal imaging sensor operating in the 8-12 micron

wavelength. This sensor “sees” heat energy not light. This

unique capability allows you to visualize the world around you

regardless of ambient lighting.

Visual CCD Sensor

The M1-D is equipped with a visual imaging sensor that sees in

the visual light spectrum. This sensor is ideally suited for object

identification and for reading vehicle tags, ship or aircraft

numbers.

Laser Indicator

The M1-D is equipped with a red dot visible light laser pointing

device. The laser can be triggered to pin point areas of interest

to other personal working together as a team.

Thermal Zoom

The M1-D incorporates the latest in Digital thermal zoom

technology. The zoom level can be triggered from the remote

control and increases awareness by factors of 2x, 4x, 8x

(depending on model).

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Inverted Operation

The standard orientation for the M1-D is in the upright position

with the base plate resting on a surface below (such as a

vehicle roof). The system is capable of inverted operation

wherin the base plate is mounted above (such as in a UAV or

Aircraft). Inverted operation must be ordered from the factory.

Please contact SPI CORP 702-369-3966 to switch to inverted

operation.

Auto Tours

The M1-D can be configured to automatically scan between

selected preset stops. The user defines the stops so that you

can set the system to continuously scan certain areas of

interest. In addition the M1-D can be setup to automatically pan

90°, 180° or 360°.

On Screen Display Symbology

The M1-D has a variety of user adjustable on screen display

symbols that greatly aid in scene visualization. The symbology

includes multiple crosshairs (boresightable to the laser

indicator), zoom FOV indicators, pan position indicator, user

input text string, laser firing indicator and logos. The symbology

is controlled via the onscreen menu system.

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2.3 Technical Specifications

160x120

320x240

640x480

Thermal Performance

Detector

Microbolometer Long Wave InfraRed

Resolution

160x120

320x240

640x480

Spectral Response

8-12 microns (LWIR)

Thermal Optics

19mm or 25mm

19mm FOV

12° HFOV

24° HFOV

32° HFOV

25mm FOV

9° HFOV

18° HFOV

25° HFOV

Visual Performance

Sensor

1/3” CMOS

Resolution

520 TV Lines

FOV

20° HFOV

Pan Tilt

Pan Range

360° Continuous Rotation

Tilt Range

90° Tilt Range

P/T Speed

PAN:0.05o~240o/sec;TILT:0.03o~160o/sec

Auto Cruise

1-39 preset positions scan in sequential order

Pattern Scans

4 programable routes.

Presets

Up to 100

Interface

Video

Single channel NTSC

Communication

RS/485 2400bps Pelco-D protocol

Environmental

Size

4.5” Gimbal (130mm x 116mm x 163mm)

Weight

2lbs. (19mm system)

Operating Temp.

-25°C to +60°C

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3. INSTALLATION

This section contains basic installation instructions for the M1-D

multi sensor system. Since the M1-D is designed to be mounted

on a wide range of vehicles, vessels and aircraft we cannot

cover every installation scenario possible. This guide offers the

basic instructions for installation in common applications.

Qualified installation personnel in accordance with all local and

federal codes should carry out all installations.

3.1 Dimensional Views

Fig. 1 Outer dimensions (no stabilization plate)

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Fig. 1.2 Outer Dimensions (with stabilization plate)

Fig. 1.3 Bottom mounting holes and magnets.

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Fig. 1.4 Stabilization plate mounting holes

3.2 Mounting The M1-D

First you must decide if the M1-D is to be mounted in the

standard upright position or inverted. In order to mount the

unit inverted you must specify inverted operation at time of

order or send the unit back to SPI Corp for modification.

Inverted operation is normally associated with UAV usage

when mounted to the bottom of Aircraft. M1-D is not aircraft

certified.

The M1-D comes standard with a high strength magnetic base

mount consisting of three high power magnets embedded into

the base of the unit. These magnets are suitable for mounting

the M1-D on metallic surfaces (such as a vehicle roof) for on

road use in non violent conditions. For a more permanent mount

or for use in extreme motion environments you will want to use

the bolt holes on the bottom of the unit to affix the M1-D to a

bracket (of your own fabrication). SPI Corp offers a vibration

mitigation stabilization plate which also acts as a hard mounting

plate for the M1-D. Contact SPI Corp at 702-369-3966 to

purchase this accessory.

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Mounting Steps

1. Find a suitable flat location that is free from obstruction

on all sides. You will want this area to be parallel with the

ground so as not to skew the image as you pan. Make

sure that the area is firm and not flexible since flexing of

the mounting surface will cause jitter in the video image

during use.

2. If using the magnetic mounts carefully tilt the M1-D into

position. DO NOT PINCH YOUR FINGERS. The

magnets will grab with some force.

3. If using the mounting holes first mount the M1-D to your

mounting fixture then mount the fixture to your surface.

We recommend fabricating a “spider” type bracket that

extends out beyond the edge of the M1-D (see Fig.

1.4.1). If you have access to the underside of your

mounting platform you can mark and drill holes to mount

your bolts through the mounting plate and up into the

bottom of the M1-D.

4. Route the main system cable into the vehicle or other

protected area. Be careful to not put undue strain on the

cable or bend the cable severely.

Fig. 1.4.1 Sample spider mount design. Not to scale.

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3.3 Electrical Connections

The M1-D operates on 12VDC power typical of most vehicles.

The M1-D is a negative ground system so verify that your

vehicle outputs the correct voltage and polarity. The M1-D

outputs standard NTSC video signal and responds to

commands via 2 wire RS/485 serial interface utilizizing the

Pelco-D protocol at 2400bps. Electrical connections should

always be performed by qualified personel in accordance with

local and federal codes.

Electrical Steps

1. Review Electrical Connections Overview Diagram (Fig.

1.6)

2. Route main system cable into protected area.

3. Connect the pigtail cable extender (Fig. 1.5) to 12VDC

power. The included pigtail cable extender utilizes a

phono plug type connector and includes a cigarette

lighter adapter. For more permanent installation this

connector can be cut off and hard wired to the vehicle.

OBSERVE POLARITY OR SYSTEM DAMAGE WILL

OCCUR. CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.

4. Connect the RS/485 cables to the appropriate port of

your controller. The RS485 leads are red and black in

color. The red wire is RS485 + and the black wire is

RS485 -.

5. Connect the BNC video plug to a suitable NTSC video

monitor.

6. Connect the pigtail cable extender to the main system

cable. The unit will power on when this connection is

made.

There is no ON/OFF switch on the M1-D main system cable.

The system is powered off by removing power from the cable or

disconnecting the M1-D pigtail cable extender from the main

cable. To install a dash mounted or other power switch make

your connection or relay in line with the 12VDC power

connections after the pigtail cable extender.

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Fig. 1.5 Pigtail Cable Extender.

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Electrical Connections Overview Diagram Fig. 1.6

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4. OPERATION

This section contains the information required to operate the

M1-D mult-sensor pan tilt zoom system. Please read and

familiarize yourself with the entire manual before operating the

M1-D system.

4.1 Basic Operation

The M1-D multi sensor pan tilt zoom system is comprised of the

following subsystems.

1. Thermal infrared imaging sensor with dgital zoom and

fixed focus optics.

2. Visual light CMOS sensor with focus free optics.

3. Laser pointer

4. Pan Tilt remote controlled positioning housing.

The M1-D is a remote controlled imaging system that provides

the user with thermal imaging video, daytime video and laser

pointer technology. The system is controlled via joystick or

keyboard controls allowing the user to operate the system

remotely.

Pelco-D Specialty Command Mapping

The various subsystems are controlled via buttons on standard

Pelco-D compliant controllers, DVR’s or computer software.

Special commands exclusive to the M1-D are mapped to

specific Pelco-D commands in order to maximize compatiblitiy.

The M1-D uses the following Pelco-D commands to directly

access specialized features of the system.

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IRIS OPEN – The [IRIS OPEN] command (typically labelled as

[OPEN] on keyboard controllers) is used to control the thermal

imaging sensor zoom.

IRIS CLOSE – The [IRIS CLOSE] command (typically labelled

as [CLOSE] on keyboard controllers) is used to control the

thermal imaging sensor color palletes.

FOCUS FAR – The [FOCUS FAR] command (typically labelled

as [FAR] on keyboard controllers) is used to activate the laser

pointer.

FOCUS NEAR – The [FOCUS NEAR] command (typically

labelled as [NEAR] on keyboard controllers) is used switch

between the visible and thermal imaging sensors.

Power On the M1-D

To power on the M1-D you need to connect power to the system

by plugging in the cigarette lighter vehicle adapter. If you have

installed a remote power switch use that to turn on the system.

Once turned on the M1-D will begin its self test routine. You will

see the unit spin and tilt as it runs the self test. Once it stops

moving the M1-D will be ready for operation.

Pan Tilt The M1-D

Using a joystick controller you can remotely position the M1-D in

the pan and tilt access by using the joystick on your control

keyboard. Pushing the joystick to the right will cause the unit to

pan to the right. Pushing the joystick up will cause it to tilt

upward. You can invert these operations with a special menu

command (see Advanced Settings Menu Preset Commands).

Select Video Source

The M1-D has both a thermal imaging sensor and a visual light

sensor. Video is output from the M1-D via a single video line. By

sending a command to the M1-D you can switch between the

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visual video and the thermal imaging video being output on the

M1-D video output line. To switch between thermal imaging and

visual video use the FOCUS NEAR command (typically labelled

[NEAR] on keyboard controllers). Each time you push the button

it sill switch between visual and thermal video.

Trigger The Laser Pointer

The M1-D has a visible light red dot laser pointer integrated into

the system. WARNING LASER RADIATION EMITTED FROM

THE FRONT OF THE SYSTEM. DO NOT FIRE LASER WHEN

ANY PERSON IS STANDING IN FRONT OF THE SYSTEM.

DO NOT LOOK INTO LASER APERATURE. DO NOT FIRE

LASER AT ANY PERSONS FACE. The laser is triggered using

the FOCUS FAR command (typically labelled [FAR] on a

keyboard controller). The laser will fire only as long as you send

the command (by computer or by holding the [FAR] button).

While the laser is firing the word LASER will appear on screen

in the top right corner. The cross hair symbology onscreen can

be bore sighted to the laser for your individual application.

Please see Advanced Symbology Menu Settings for more

information.

Thermal Imaging Sensor Zoom

The M1-D has an electronic zoom on the thermal imaging video

channel. You can cycle through the various zoom levels via the

IRIS OPEN command (typically labelled [OPEN] on keyboard

controllers). Each time you push the [OPEN] button the system

cycles to the next zoom level. When you reach maximum

electronic zoom the next push of the [OPEN] button returns to

normal 1x no zoom imaging. The amount of electronic zoom is

dictated by the thermal sensor inside the M1-D. The following

outlines part number and corresponding sensor / zoom levels.

PART #

SENSOR

ZOOM

M1-D-XX-16

160X120

M1-D-XX-32

320X240

2X, 4X

M1-D-XX-64

640X480

2X, 4X, 8X

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Part # Sensor and Zoom level Table 1.3

Thermal Imaging Color Palletes

The M1-D thermal imaging sensor is a full color thermal imager

capable of black and white and multiple thermal color profiles.

You can cycle through the various color profiles in the thermal

imaging sensor by pushing the IRIS CLOSE button (typically

labelled [CLOSE] on keyboard controllers). Each time you push

the [CLOSE] button the M1-D will cycle through color profiles

until you get back around to the original black and white pallete.

The following outlines the available color palletes and the order

(color palletes may change this table is for reference only).

PALLETE

DESCRIPTION

WHITE HOT

BLACK HOT

FUSION

RAINBOW

GLOWBOW

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Polarity/LUT: The Tau 640 camera detects and images the

temperatures in a given scene. Within the camera, these temperatures

are mapped (as determined by the AGC algorithm selected) to a range of

0 to 255 values. In a black and white display mode, this range is

converted to shades of grey with, for example, 0 being totally black and

255 being totally white. The 0 to 255 grayshades range sensed is

referenced to a Look-Up Table (LUT) permanently stored in the camera

to convert the scene to a video image. Different LUTs are available to

change the appearance of the displayed image. The most common

selection is either White Hot (hotter objects appear brighter than cooler

objects in the video display) or Black Hot (hotter objects appear darker

than cooler objects). Since the difference between these two modes

simply reverses the choice of darker or lighter for temperature

extremes, this is sometimes referred to as Polarity. Other color LUTs

are available as shown below.

Figure 3-7 shows each of the LUTs as displayed in Test Pattern Ramp Mode starting with the

upper left: White Hot, Black Hot, Fusion, Rainbow, Globow, Ironbow1, Ironbow2, Sepia, Color1,

Color2, Ice Fire, Rain, Red Hot, and Green Hot. Select one of these LUTs from the pull-down

menu to view your image displayed using the LUT you choose. The setting of the Polarity/LUT

mode will not affect the digital data output.

Simple experimentation with this feature while viewing the video image will give you familiarity.

Remember that you must click the Save Settings button on the Setup tab to save the LUT

settings as the default at power-up.

White Hot

Color1

Globow

Black Hot Fusion Rainbow

Ironbow1 Ironbow2 Sepia

Color2 Ice Fire Rain

Figure 3-7: Look-Up Table Options

Cold

Hot

Cold

Hot

Cold

Hot

Cold

Hot

Cold

Hot

Cold

Hot

Cold

Hot

Cold

Hot

Cold

Hot

Cold

Hot

Cold

Hot

Cold

Hot

Cold

Hot

Red Hot Green Hot