FLIR Navigator II Operator's Manual
Navigator™ II
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
FOR STATIC AND PAN / TILT CONFIGUR ATI ON S
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CONGRATULATIONS ON BUYING YOUR
N AV I G AT O R II …
Welcome to the pioneering world of maritime thermal imaging! e Navigator II is a stateof-the-art thermal imager that lets you see at night, through smoke and haze, without any
lighting at all. FLIR has been building thermal imagers for decades, and we are confi dent
that you will see why FLIR is the #1 name in infrared around the world.
ermal imaging technology has been a staple of military operations for years, but
FLIR has just recently made it available to the public, and only to a select few at that!
By purchasing a FLIR thermal imager, you have established yourself as a mariner on the
leading edge of technological advancement. Remember to register your Navigator II by
fi lling out the Registration card, and we will send you a nice “thank you” gift in return.
You will fi nd that the Navigator II is simple to use. ere are two versions of the Navigator
II: a Sta tic ver sion an d a Pan /T ilt ver sion . is ma nu al cov er s bot h pr oducts . Bo th v er sion s
use the same thermal imaging camera, but the fi xed version is simplifi ed in that it off ers
an “On” switch only, and an automatically optimized grayscale video output. e Pan/Tilt
version allows for 360° viewing, and has a number of added features like: color palettes, onscreen information, running modes and a programmable “home” position. We encourage
you to review the All About Infrared section that will help you to understand and interpret
the Navigator II’s thermal images.
If you have any questions, comments or concerns, give us a call at 877.747.3547 – we’d love
to hear from you. So, plug in your new Navigator II and watch the infrared world unfold
before your eyes.
CAUTION!
e Navigator II imaging system is not 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.
WARNING! e Navigator II imaging system is controlled by US export laws. ere
are special versions of this system that are approved for international distribution and
travel. Please contact FLIR Systems if you have any questions.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 CAUTIONS 5
2 OPERATION 6
2.1 Navigator II Static Version 7
2.2 Navigator II Pan/Tilt Version 8
3 CARING FOR YOUR NAVIGATOR 10
3.1 Care and Maintenance 11
3.2 Replacing the fuses 11
3.3 Cleaning 11
4 FUNDAMENTALS OF INFRARED 12
4.1 All About Infrared Technology 13
4.2 Even More About Infrared 14
5 APPENDIX 18
5.1 Parts 19
5.2 Accessories 20
5.3 Specifi cations 21
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CAUTIONS
In the Navigator II Operator’s Manual, CAUTION notices indicate a potential hazard,
which, if not avoided, may harm you, someone else, or the Navigator II. For greater safety,
and to achieve the highest levels of performance from your Navigator II, always follow these
Cautions when handling and operating your Navigator II camera system.
CAUTION!
Do not use the Navigator II imaging system as your primary navigation system. Use it •
in conjunction with other navigation aids and a primary manual navigation system.
Do not open the Navigator II camera body for any reason. Disassembly of the camera •
(including removal of the cover) can cause permanent damage and will void the
warranty.
When cleaning your Navigator II, be very careful not to leave fi ngerprints on the •
Navigator II’s infrared camera optics. ey are treated with a special coating that can be
permanently damaged by the oils in your skin. Refer to the Caring For Your Navigator
II section for instructions.
e Navigator II runs off of 12 VDC. Plugging it in to any other power level will •
damage the system.
Do not use the thermal imager to look at high-intensity radiation sources like lasers, arc •
welders, the sun, etc., as this can damage the imager.
Navigator II is designed to withstand the shocks and vibrations commonly encountered •
in the normal maritime environment. Don’t expose the camera to excessive impacts.
Only a qualifi ed marine electronics technician should install your Navigator II. FLIR •
assumes no responsibilty for improper installation.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow the caution may result in damage to the Navigator II.
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OPERATION
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Operating Your Navigator II
(STAT I C ve r sion )
e static Navigator II is simplicity itself to install and operate.
(See the Installation Guide for installation procedures.) e
system operates on 12 volts DC, outputs standard composite
video (NTSC or PAL formats are available), and requires no
camera adjustments. Follow this simple procedure to operate:
Turn on the camera using the On/Off switch. •
Turn on your FLIR display.•
Make sure you’ve selected the Navigator II as the source for •
your display, and start looking at your Navigator II’s infrared
video. (Most multi-function displays (MFDs) allow you to
select from various available inputs. is is a reminder to
select the proper input when operating your Navigator II.)
e Navigator II is completely sealed and very rugged. e
camera is qualifi ed for operation in all types of weather
conditions over the specifi ed operating temperature range and
includes an automatic window heater that will prevent icing
under most conditions.
NAVIGATOR II OPERATION
FLIR makes two versions of the Navigator II: the Static version, which stays pointed in one
direction relative to the vessel (usually straight ahead), and the Pan/Tilt version that can
look up and down (+/- 45° relative to the horizon), and 360° around. is manual contains
operations instructions for both versions. Make sure you use the instructions that apply to your
confi guration of Navigator II.
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Opera ting Your Nav iga tor II
(PAN/ TILT version)
e Pan/Tilt version of the Navigator II is a little more
complicated to use than the Static version, but not much. e
qualifi ed technician who installed your Navigator II isolated
your Navigator II from vessel power with a customer-supplied
switch or circuit breaker tied-on to your vessel’s power bus.
Make sure that this switch or circuit breaker is turned on,
then turn on your display and select the Navigator II as the
video source for your display. From there, use the controls on
the Joystick Control Unit (JCU) to operate and confi gure
your Navigator II. If you choose to operate your Navigator
II with engines off , be aware that this may drain power from
your batteries, unless connected to shore power and equipped
with a suitable battery tender.
On/Off – turns the Navigator II on and off . When the
On/Off switch is turned to the On position, 2 FLIR
splash screens will display for 5 seconds each. After this,
the infrared image will display, and the system is ready for
operation. Note that the Navigator II will still draw a small
amount of power when off .
Joystick – allows the operator the control where the
Navigator II is looking. Move the Joystick to the left or right
to rotate the camera in the corresponding direction; tilt it
forward and back to tilt the camera up and down.
DIM – controls the brightness of the JCU panel; this
control is active any time power is on. Dimming the control
helps to protect the operator’s night vision. Simply press the
button to cycle through the four pre-set brightness levels.
HOME – e Home position is a user-programmable set of
pointing angles, usually 0°-0° (straight ahead and level with
the horizon), that operators can use as a reference, and as a rest
position when navigating for long periods. To set the Home
position, use the Joystick
to point the camera’s line
of sight to the position you
want to set as “Home,” press
and hold for the HOME
button for 4 seconds, and
the Navigator II save this
position as Home. (When
the Home symbol fl ashes,
the new Home position has been saved in memory.) When
you want to drive the camera to this Home position, press and
release the HOME button.
NAVIGATOR II OPERATION
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