Camera Mounting; Location Requirements; Mounting The Camera - FLIR M100SERIES Nstallation & Operation Instructions

5.1 Camera mounting

Location requirements

When planning the installation location, consider the following points:
• The camera is waterproof, and appropriate for above decks mounting.
• When mounting the camera in a ball-down position, ensure that the camera is
installed with adequate drainage so that standing water does not collect in the base.
• Ensure the camera is installed in a location that will allow it to be accessed for
regular periodic cleaning (fresh-water rinse), inspection of mounting point integrity and
mechanical soundness, and preventative maintenance.
• The underside (inside) of the compartment or deck on to which the camera is
mounted must be weather-tight. You must ensure protection from water ingress to
cables and connections.
• The mounting surface must be horizontal.
• If you cannot access both sides of the mounting surface, then you will need to mount
the camera "top down" using the top-down riser supplied with the camera (also
available as a separate accessory: part number A80509).
• The right-angled RayNet and power cables supplied are suitable for use with a
mounting surface up to 25.4 mm (1 in) thick. A thicker surface may require the use
of straight-connector cables (available separately).
• Fixings are supplied for a mounting surface up to 41 mm (1.6 in) thick. A thicker
surface will require the installer to provide alternative fixings.
• The camera should be mounted as high as practical, but without interfering with any
radar, navigational or communications electronics.
• Choose a location that will provide the most unobstructed view in all directions.
• Choose a location as close to the vessel's center line as possible. This provides a
symmetrical view when looking forward or aft.
• Select a location for the camera that is at least 1 m (39.4 in.) from any magnetic
compass.
• Select a location that is at least 1 m (3 ft) from devices that may cause interference,
such as motors, generators and radio transmitters / receivers.
• If installing an optional JCU, select a location for the JCU that is at least 1 m
(39.4 in.) from any magnetic compass.
Note: If you want to make cable connections to the camera before mounting it to
your vessel (for example, to test the camera), first attach the three threaded studs to
the base (see Mounting the
on the base of the camera, and also provides a stable platform, helping to prevent
damage caused by the unit rolling off the edge of the work surface.

Mounting the camera

Use these instructions to mount the camera unit in position.
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camera). This will help to protect the cable connectors