FLIR FC-Series T Installation Manual

Installation
Manual

FC-Series T
Tra f f i c C a m e ra

© 2012 FLIR Systems, Inc. All rights reserved worldwide. No parts of this manual, in whole or in part, may be
copied, photocopied, translated, or transmitted to any electronic medium or machine readable form without
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FLIR Systems, Inc.

70 Castilian Drive
Goleta, CA 93117
Phone: 888.747.FLIR (888.747.3547)
International: +1.805.964.9797
http://www.flir.com

Important Instructions and Notices to the User:

Modification of this device without the express authorization of FLIR Commercial Systems, Inc. may void the
user’s authority under FCC rules to operate this device.

Note 1: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
purs uant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna;

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver;

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that of the receiver; and/or

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
Note 2: This equipment was tested for compliance with the FCC limits for a Class B digital device using a

shielded cable for connecting the equipment to an analog video output to a monitor and using a shielded USB
cable for connecting the equipment to a personal computer. When making such connections, shielded cables
must be used with this equipment.

Industry Canada Notice:
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Avis d’Industrie Canada:
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Proper Disposal of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE)

came with the product) should be responsibly discarded or recycled.

To identify a responsible disposal method where you live, please contact your local waste collection or recycling service, your
original place of purchase or product supplier, or the responsible government authority in your area. Business users should
contact their supplier or refer to their purchase contract.

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The European Union (EU) has enacted Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2002/96/EC
(WEEE), which aims to prevent EEE waste from arising; to encourage reuse, recycling, and recovery of EEE
waste; and to promote environmental responsibility.

In accordance with these regulations, all EEE products labeled with the “crossed out wheeled bin” either on the
product itself or in the product literature must not be disposed of in regular rubbish bins, mixed with regular
household or other commercial waste, or by other regular municipal waste collection means. Instead, and in
order to prevent possible harm to the environment or human health, all EEE products (including any cables that

Table of Contents

1 FC-Series T Camera Installation

1.1 Warnings and Cautions 1-1

1.2 References 1-1

1.3 Installation Overview 1-2

1.4 Installation Components 1-2

1.5 Location Considerations 1-2

1.5.1 Prior to Cutting/Drilling Holes 1-3

1.5.2 Sunshield 1-3

1.6 Camera Mounting 1-4

1.7 Removing the Cover 1-5

1.8 Cable Gland Sealing 1-6

1.8.1 Cable Gland Seal Inserts 1-6

1.9 Camera Connections 1-7

1.9.1 Connecting power 1-7

1.9.2 Video Connection 1-8

1.9.3 Camera Grounding 1-9

1.10 Bench Testing 1-9

2 Basic Operation

2.1 Troubleshooting Tips 2-3

2.1.1 Image freezes momentarily 2-3

2.1.2 No video 2-3

2.1.3 Noisy image 2-3

2.1.4 Image too dark or too light 2-4

2.1.5 Performance varies with time of day 2-4

2.1.6 Eastern or Western Exposure 2-5

2.2 Camera specifications 2-6

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Figure 1: Image from a standard camera

Figure 2: Image from a thermal camera

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1 FC-Series T Camera Installation

1FC-Series T Camera Installation

This manual describes the installation of the FC-Series T cameras. If you need help during the
installation process, contact your local FLIR service representative or, call 877-773-3547 inside the US.

All installers and integrators are encouraged to take advantage of the training offered by FLIR; visit
http://www.flir.com/training for more information.

This manual includes the following topics:

• Installation overview

• Mounting the camera and its components

• Connecting the electronics

• Bench testing the camera

• Basic configuration and operation of the camera

• Camera Specifications

For safety, and to achieve the highest levels of performance from the FC-Series T camera system,
always follow the warnings and cautions in this manual when handling and operating the camera.

1.1 Warnings and Cautions

Warning!

If mounting the F-Series camera on a pole, tower or any elevated location, use industry standard safe
practices to avoid injuries.

Caution!

Except as described in this manual, do not open the FC-Series T camera for any reason. Damage to
the camera can occur as the result of careless handling or electrostatic discharge (ESD). Always
handle the camera with care to avoid damage to electrostatic-sensitive components.

Prior to making any connections, ensure the power supply or circuit breaker is switched off.

Be careful not to leave fingerprints on the FC-Series T camera’s infrared optics.

The FC-Series T camera requires a power supply of 90-240 VAC. Operating the camera outside of
the specified input voltage range or the specified operating temperature range can cause permanent
damage.

1.2 References

FLIR FC-Series T ICD, Doc # 427-00XX-XX-19 - The FC-Series T Interface Control Document (ICD),
available on the documentation CD or from the FLIR website, provides further details regarding
mechanical dimensions and mounting for the FC-Series T cameras. These documents are provided for
reference only.

NEMA Standards Publication TS 2-2003 v02.06 Traffic Controller Assemblies with NTCIP Requirements

UL 60950 Safety of Information Technology Equipment (ITE)

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FC-Series T Camera Installation

1.3 Installation Overview

The FC-Series T Camera is an infrared thermal imaging camera intended for outdoor traffic
applications, and can be installed in a fixed location or on a pan/tilt mechanism.The FC-Series T
camera is intended to be mounted on a medium-duty fixed pedestal mount or wall mount commonly
used in the Traffic industry. Cables will exit from the back of the camera housing. The mount must
support up to 5 LBS (2.3 KG).

The camera requires a power connection and a video connection, both of which enter the camera via
conduit or a cable gland on the back of the camera. In order to access the electrical connections and
install the cables, it is necessary to temporarily remove the top cover of the camera housing. The
camera has an external ground connection on the outside back of the camera.

The power connects to a screw terminal block and the camera operates on 90-240 VAC single phase
50-60 Hz. The camera automatically adjusts to the input voltage - it is not necessary to set the input
voltage with a dip switch or other mechanism. The camera accepts an unterminated coax video
connection, which is clamped in place, or optionally a BNC-terminated video cable.

The FC-Series T is an analog camera and the video from the camera can be viewed over a traditional
analog video network. Analog video will require a connection to a video monitor or an analog video
matrix switch.

1.4 Installation Components

The FC-Series T camera includes these standard components:

• Fixed Camera Unit with sunshield and cable gland

• FC-Series T Camera Documentation Package

The installer will need to supply the following items (cable lengths are specific to the installation.)

• Electrical wire, for system power; (3-conductor, shielded, gauge determined by cable length and
supply voltage; Refer to paragraph 1.8.1 “Cable Gland Seal Inserts” on page 1-6 for additional
information)

• Camera grounding strap

• Coaxial RG59U video cables (unterminated cable at the camera end, or alternatively BNC
connector can be used) for analog video

•Camera mount

• Miscellaneous electrical hardware, connectors, and tools, including 3mm hex wrench (T-Handle),
small blade screwdriver, coax wire strip tool

1.5 Location Considerations

The camera will require connections for power and video. Ensure that cable distances do not exceed
the specifications and that cables adhere to all local and Industry Standards, Codes, and Best
Practices. The FC-Series T camera must be mounted upright, either on top of the mounting surface.
or underneath an overhanging mounting surface such as eaves or an awning. The unit should not be
mounted upside down.

Note

If the camera is to be mounted on a pole or tower or other hard-to-reach location, it may be a good
idea to connect and operate the camera as a bench test at ground level prior to mounting the camera
in its final location.

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1.5.1 Prior to Cutting/Drilling Holes

When selecting a mounting location for the FC-Series T camera, consider cable lengths and cable
routing. Ensure the cables are long enough, given the proposed mounting locations and cable routing
requirements, and route the cables before you install the components.

Use cables that have sufficient dimensions to ensure safety (for power cables) and adequate signal
strength (for video and communications). Allow space behind the camera so each cable does not
exceed its recommended minimum bend radius.

1.5.2 Sunshield

The camera includes a sunshield which should be used for any installation where the camera is
exposed to direct sunlight or precipitation, If the camera is mounted with the top mounting holes, the
sunshield is not used. Depending on the needs of the installation, the sunshield can be positioned in
the neutral (middle) position, or slightly forward or rearward.To change the position of the sunshield,
temporarily loosen the three 3mm hex screws on top, slide the sunshield forward or backward, and
retighten the screws.

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