FLIR mariner Operator's Manual
MARINER
Operator’s Manual
Document # 427-0010-00-10
Version 120, October 2006
Mariner Operator’s Manual
© FLIR Inc., 2006. All rights reserved worldwide. No parts of this manual,
in whole or in part, may be copied, photocopied, translated, or transmitted
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FLIR Inc.
Indigo Operations
70 Castilian Drive
Goleta, CA 93117
Phone: 1-888-747-FLIR
www.flir.com
www.corebyindigo.com
Warnings and Cautions
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Introduction
Getting Started
Caring for your new ThermoVision® Mariner
Options and Accessories
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Technical Data
Mounting Templates
Infrared Technology
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Mariner Operator’s Manual
Table of Contents
1 Warnings and Cautions
2 Introduction
3 Getting Started
3.1 Parts List ................................................................................5
3.2 Operational Overview ...............................................................6
3.3 Installation .............................................................................8
3.3.1 Camera Mounting ...........................................................8
3.3.2 Joystick Control Unit (JCU) Mounting ...............................9
3.4 Using your new ThermoVision
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Mariner ...................................11
4 Caring for your new ThermoVision
4.1 Troubleshooting .....................................................................15
4.2 Replacing the fuses ...............................................................16
4.2.1 Cleaning ......................................................................17
5 Options and Accessories
5.1 Mariner Dual Control Station Accessory Kit ..............................19
5.2 Dual Control Selector Mounting ..............................................20
5.3 Optional Extension Cables ......................................................22
6 Technical Data
6.1 Performance Specification ......................................................23
7 Mounting Templates
7.1 Camera Mounting Template. ...................................................25
7.2 Joystick Mounting Template ...................................................27
9 Infrared Technology
9.1 History of Infrared ................................................................29
9.2 How do Infrared Cameras Work? ..............................................34
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1 Warnings and Cautions
This guide uses the term Caution to indicate a potentially hazardous
situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor injury, damage to the
Mariner, or other property damage.
Caution! Failure to follow, may result in damage to the equipment.
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Mariner Warnings and Cautions:
For best results and user safety, the following warnings and cautions
should always be followed when handling and operating your camera.
Caution!
The ThermoVision
intended to be used as the primary navigation system.
It should be used in conjunction with other navigation
aids and a primary manual navigation system.
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Mariner imaging system is not
Do not open the camera body for any reason.
Disassembly of the camera (including removal of the
cover) can cause permanent damage and will void the
warranty.
Great care should be exercised with your camera
optics. They are delicate and can be damaged with
improper cleaning. Refer to paragraph 4.2.1
“Cleaning” on page 17.
Operating the camera outside of the specified input
voltage range or the specified operating temperature
range can cause permanent damage.
Do not image extremely high intensity radiation
sources, such as the sun, lasers, arc welders, etc.
The camera is a precision optical instrument and
should not be exposed to excessive shock and/or
vibration. Refer to Chapter 6 “Technical Data” on page
23 for detailed environmental requirements.
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2 Introduction
Congratulations!
You have purchased one of the most sophisticated and important
instruments that you will have on your vessel. The FLIR ThermoVision
Mariner is a state-of-the-art thermal imaging system that will provide you
with excellent night visibility and situational awareness without any form
of natural or artificial illumination.
The ThermoVision® Mariner system is designed for simple, intuitive
operation. The basic system includes a pan and tilt camera assembly and
a remote joystick for steering the camera. It uses standard 12V battery
power and provides a composite video output compatible with standard
display systems. Imagery from the camera can be displayed on a variety of
video monitors, including most multi-function plotter/displays (MFDs)
used with electronic navigation charts. The output is NTSC or PAL, the
same format used on standard televisions and VCRs. It features a wide
field of view and is capable of providing an image even in absolute
darkness.
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Figure 2-1: Mariner Makes the Difference
The upper image represents what the human eye sees during clear weather
night-time navigation. The lower image is a screen capture from a
ThermoVision
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Mariner captured at the same moment as the visible image
above.
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3 Getting Started
3.1 Parts List
The ThermoVision® Mariner camera and its accessories are delivered in a
box which contains the items below.
Description FLIR PN
Mariner camera white color, NTSC 427-0010-01-00
black color, NTSC 427-0010-03-00
white color, PAL 427-0010-04-00
black color, PAL 427-0010-06-00
Joystick control unit 333-0016-00-01
8’ Adapter cable—6 pin to 9 pin 308-0018-00
Mounting gasket
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#8 x 1″ Stainless Steel Mounting Screws
#8 x ¼″ Stainless Steel Sheet Metal Screws
1 bag of electrical terminals, Joystick mounting
screws, and cable clips
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Figure 3-1: Contents of the box
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3.2 Operational Overview
The ThermoVision® Mariner is easy to install and operate. The system
operates on 12 volts DC, and the joystick control for panning and tilting
the camera is very intuitive; there are no camera adjustments. The thermal
imaging camera inside the ThermoVision
and extremely rugged. The camera has been qualified for operation in all
types of weather conditions over the specified operating temperature range
and includes an automatic window heater that will prevent icing under
most conditions.
Mariner Camera
with Pan/Tilt (supplied)
(not supplied)
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Monitor
Mariner is completely sealed
BNC connector
75 ohm cable
(not supplied)
″ and 1/4″ spade
3/16
crimp connectors
(supplied)
Joystick Control
(supplied)
8’ cable
(included)
±12 Vdc, 20W
18 GA power wires
(not supplied)
Figure 3-2: Schematic of Standard Configuration
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Figure 3-2 defines the configuration for installations using one monitoring
station. Power is supplied to the Joystick Control Unit (JCU) and the
system is turned on and manipulated from this station. Locate the JCU in
an ergonomic position near the customer provided display. The JCU has a
small footprint and will accommodate a variety of installation
configurations. For most navigation needs, the ThermoVision
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Mariner
pan/tilt head will face forward, and won’t be adjusted very often. But for
some applications, such as sport fishing, law enforcement, surveillance, or
fire fighting, extra consideration should be given to placement based on
the application and deck layouts.
The main sensor cable that links the JCU and the monitor is terminated on
both ends, but the installer is required to terminate the power cable at the
power source (ideally the fuse panel). This is the only electrical
termination required for a single monitor configuration.
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3.3 Installation
3.3.1 Camera Mounting
Caution! The ThermoVision
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Mariner is intended to be mounted with the
pedestal flat and sealed to a horizontal surface with the camera above
the mounting plane. Any other type of installation is not appropriate and
could result in undesirable operation and will void the warranty.
Mount the camera with the front of the base facing the intended viewing
direction. The camera base mounts with three #8 x 1″ flat head screws
which are provided.
Step 1 Drill the screw mounting holes and 1.125″ cable through hole per
the installation template provided in Chapter 7 “Mounting
Templates” on page 25. A sketch is shown in Figure 3-4.
Step 2 With the gasket under the base, feed the cables through the hole
and fasten the camera in place using the three #8 x 1″ flat head
screws or three #8 x ¼″ sheet metal screws.
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Figure 3-3: Mariner Outline
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Figure 3-4: Base Mount Template for Mariner Camera
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3.3.2 Joystick Control Unit (JCU) Mounting
Caution! Changing the wiring configuration between the Joystick Control
Unit and the ThermoVision
or wiring harnesses other than the ones supplied by FLIR may cause
permanent damage to the unit and will void the warranty.
The unit may be mounted on any flat surface in any orientation.
Step 1 Cut a 3″ diameter hole in the surface where the control is to be
mounted using the template provided in Chapter 7 “Mounting
Templates” on page 25. A sketch is shown in Figure 3-5.
Caution! Do not connect the Mariner unit to anything other than 12V
power. Operating the camera outside of the specified input voltage
range or the specified operating temperature range can cause
permanent damage.
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Mariner or attempting to utilize controllers
Caution! The ThermoVision
be used as the primary navigation system. It should be used in
conjunction with other navigation aids and a primary manual navigation
system.
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Mariner imaging system is not intended to
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