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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual M-Series...
  • Page 2 © FLIR Systems, Inc., 2017. All rights reserved worldwide. No parts of this manual, in whole or in © FLIR Systems, Inc., 2017. 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 part, may be copied, photocopied, translated, or transmitted to any electronic medium or machine readable form without the prior written permission of FLIR Systems, Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents M-Series Overview Additional References ..............6 Documentation Conventions ............7 Warnings and Cautions ................7 System Description ................8 M-Series Gimbal Assembly ............9 Joystick Control Unit (JCU) ............9 Multiple Cameras, JCUs, and Other Devices .......10 Video Display..................11 Thermal Imaging................11 Video Screen Icons ..............11 M-Series Joystick Control Unit JCU Introduction.................14...
  • Page 4 JCU Stndby?.................21 System Stndby?................21 Global Stndby? ................22 Calibrate JCU ................22 Cancel ..................22 Factory Default Settings ..............22 M-Series System Configuration Overview ....................24 Main Menu..................24 Enable (Disable) Only Vertical Stab..........25 Enable (Disable) Vert & Horizontal Stab........25 Video Setup ..................25 Set Thermal Color Default ............25 Set Video Polarity .................25...
  • Page 5 Firmware Update ................47 Accessing the JCU Web Interface..........47 M-Series Reference Information Introduction..................49 Acronyms ...................50 List of Icons ..................51 System Specifications ................52 Feature Comparison of M-Series Models...........53 Troubleshooting Tips ................54 On-Screen Messages.................56 Restoring the Factory Network Settings ..........57 432-0003-60-10 Version 100 May 2017...

  • Page 6: M-Series Overview

    M-Series Overview This manual describes the operation of the M-Series camera. If you need help or have additional questions, please call to speak with our support experts; see the phone numbers listed on the back cover of this manual. This manual includes information about the following topics: •...

  • Page 7: Documentation Conventions

    Be careful not to leave fingerprints on the M-Series camera optics. The M-Series requires a power supply of 12 Vdc to 24 Vdc nominal, 50 watt maximum. Absolute voltage range: 10 Vdc to 32 Vdc. Operating the camera outside of the specified input voltage range or the specified operating temperature range [–25 °C to +55 °C (–13 °F to +131 °F) per...

  • Page 8: System Description

    • The joystick control unit (JCU). The M-Series gimbal and JCU are network devices. In some installations, additional cameras and JCUs will also be used, and networking equipment such as Power over Ethernet (PoE) switches may be used to interconnect these components.

  • Page 9: M-Series Gimbal Assembly

    IR is also available for viewing only the IR video. Ball-Up and Ball-Down Installation In most installations, the M-Series is mounted upright on top of a mounting surface, with the pan/tilt base below the camera; this is known as the ball-up orientation. Optionally, the unit can be hung upside down or ball down (see page 27 for details on configuring this setting).

  • Page 10: Multiple Cameras, Jcus, And Other Devices

    Power over Ethernet (PoE) capability, a PoE injector can be used to provide power to the JCU. FLIR PoE injectors are available from your FLIR authorized dealer or integrator. Contact FLIR for more information regarding available accessories including JCUs, PoE equipment, video distribution amplifiers, cables, connectors, mounting hardware, and so on.

  • Page 11: Video Display

    FLIR Systems, Inc. offers a comprehensive selection of training courses to help you to get the best performance and value from your thermal imaging camera. You can find out more at the FLIR training Web page: http://www.flir.com/training...
  • Page 12 M-Series Overview Enable Only Vertical Stab Enable Vert & Horizontal Stab Video Setup Set Symbology User Programmable Button System Setup About/Help Exit <Press Puck to Select> OSD Menu The OSD menu appears when the MENU button is pressed. Menu entries are selected using the joystick puck.
  • Page 13 M-Series Overview Home Icon The home icon appears momentarily to indicate the camera is in the home position. The icon flashes when a new home position is set. Zoom (to 4X) Pressing and holding the puck causes the thermal camera to digitally zoom in continuously to 4X magnification.

  • Page 14: M-Series Joystick Control Unit

    M-Series Joystick Control Unit JCU Introduction Power/DIM Display The JCU is the primary method of controlling the M-Series camera: move the camera (pan or tilt), User Menu zoom the camera, switch between IR and DLTV camera, adjust image settings, and access the OSD menus.

  • Page 15: User Button

    Night Running Night Docking The M-Series automatically adjusts to changing scene conditions to provide a high-contrast image that is optimized for most conditions. The preset AGC settings for each scene have been optimized to offer the most balance and high quality image for...

  • Page 16: Home Button

    M-Series Joystick Control Unit HOME Button Short Press A short press of the HOME button moves the camera to its home position. The home position is a programmable preset position—by default, straight ahead and level with the horizon—that operators can use as a reference. Home is the position the camera will most likely be in when it is in use.

  • Page 17: Button Summary

    M-Series Joystick Control Unit Button Summary Table 2.1 summarizes the action of each button on the JCU. Summary of Button Actions TABLE 2.1 Button Action COLOR Short Cycle through thermal color options COLOR Long Invert polarity DIM Short Change JCU illumination level...

  • Page 18: Panning The Camera

    M-Series Joystick Control Unit Panning the Camera Use the puck to pan the camera to the left and right. By default, moving the puck left pans the camera to the left, moving the puck right pans the camera to the right.

  • Page 19: M-Series System Startup

    M-Series System Startup System Startup and Shutdown The M-Series camera does not have an on/off switch. Generally, the camera is never completely off but in a standby state waiting for a “wake” command from the JCU. Typically, the M-Series system is connected to its power source through a circuit breaker, which functions as the primary on/off switch for the system.

  • Page 20: Standby Mode

    M-Series System Startup Starting, then Searching.. is shown on the JCU LCD screen. When the last-used camera is found, the message changes to Connecting..., which flashes until the camera is connected. The first time the JCU is used to connect to a camera, you must first associate the JCU with the camera.

  • Page 21: Jcu Power Menu

    M-Series System Startup JCU Power Menu The JCU has an LCD display that shows JCU messages, menu options, and general status information. The various JCU functions are accessed from a set of menus, with each menu entry selectable in the JCU display.

  • Page 22: Global Stndby

    The Cancel option causes the JCU to exit the Power Menu and return to its normal state. Factory Default Settings Table 3.1 shows the factory default settings for the M-Series configuration options and the JCU buttons. M-Series System Configuration, pg. 24 describes how to modify and update settings.
  • Page 23 M-Series System Startup Factory Default Settings TABLE 3.1 Option Factory Default Setting SCENE Button Night Running Stabilization Mode Disabled Stow Position azimuth, -90 elevation Thermal Color Default White Hot USER button (short press) Surveillance Video Polarity White Hot, Black Cold...

  • Page 24: M-Series System Configuration

    Overview This chapter describes configuring the system using on-screen display (OSD) menus. Operating the M-Series camera does not require modifying any of the factory configuration settings. However, the OSD menus let you: • Choose configuration options that match your personal preferences or provide optimal performance under varying conditions, such as a default color scheme.

  • Page 25: Enable (Disable) Only Vertical Stab

    M-Series System Configuration Enable (Disable) Only Vertical Stab When only vertical stabilization is enabled, the icons at the right are shown on the display. The camera’s azimuth position is now locked to the base. Enable (Disable) Vert & Horizontal Stab When you enable full stabilization (horizontal and vertical), the icons at the right are shown on the display.

  • Page 26: Vis Cam Low-Light Mode: Off

    (azimuth) icon and the FLIR logo are always displayed. Hide All Icons Only the FLIR logo, the azimuth (pan position) icon, and icons for special modes: Rearview mode and Stabilization modes are shown at all times. Transitory icons display when selected functions are used, such as pressing the HOME button.

  • Page 27: System Setup Menu

    M-Series System Configuration Use this menu to associate a function with the USER Man-Over-Board settings button. Select one of the choices; Surveillance Mode is Switch Thermal/VIS Video the default selection. The active choice is shown in Hide/Show All Icons black type.

  • Page 28: Enable (Disable) Rearview Mode

    Exit. Exit <Press Puck to Select> Enable (Disable) Defog Mode Turns on the M-Series heater for two minutes to defog the window. About/Help When you select About/Help from the main menu, the Video Icon Help Screens following OSD menu displays.

  • Page 29: Contact Flir

    +1 805 964 9797 (Factory) Restore Factory Defaults +1 877 773 3547 (Sales) Select Restore Factory Defaults to restore the +1 888 747 3547 (Tech Support) M-Series to its factory default settings. The camera will prompt you to confirm before continuing. MaritimeCameraSupport@FLIR.com Exit Confirm Exit <Press Puck to Select>...

  • Page 30: Set Zero Azimuth

    M-Series System Configuration Effect of Twist-to-Pan on Puck Movement TABLE 4.1 Puck Movement Twist-to-Pan Enabled Twist-to-Pan Disabled Push Puck Left Pan Counter Clockwise Push Puck Right Pan Clockwise Twist Counter Clockwise Pan Counter Clockwise Zoom Out Twist Clockwise Pan Clockwise...

  • Page 31: Set Stow Position

    M-Series System Configuration Power Consumption TABLE 4.2 Camera State Camera Setting Dual Payload Single Payload Standby High Power Mode OFF 7.4 W High Torque Mode OFF Awake High Power Mode ON 30 W 19.4 W High Torque Mode ON Awake...
  • Page 32 M-Series System Configuration Wide. The camera scan covers 80 to the left and right of center (160 total). The default scan width is wide. Narrow Medium Wide Note: The center of the scan pattern is determined by the direction the camera is pointing when surveillance is enabled.

  • Page 33: Mechanical Stabilization

    M-Series System Configuration Mechanical Stabilization One of the specialized features that can be enabled or disabled with the OSD menus is mechanical stabilization. This section describes the features available with stabilization. Mechanical Stabilization Icons Mechanical stabilization has four icons that are shown on the screen based on the mode selected.

  • Page 34: Ip Interface And Pc Operations

    IP Interface and PC Operations The M-Series cameras and JCUs are network devices that communicate over an Ethernet network using Internet Protocol (IP). In addition to using the JCU to control and configure a camera, a user or installer can also complete similar operations and more advanced configurations using a Web browser to view the video and control the camera.

  • Page 35: View Camera And Jcu Ip Address

    IP Interface and PC Operations View Camera and JCU IP Address Connect the camera and JCU together through the switch and power on both the camera and the switch. (The JCU is a PoE device getting power from the switch.) On the JCU, press and hold the COLOR button while pushing in the puck.
  • Page 36 The Toolbar page will be displayed, with a virtual joystick and function buttons on the page. Next to the FLIR logo along the top of the screen are some menu choices, including Toolbar (the red text indicates it is selected), Setup, Maintenance, Help, and Log out.
  • Page 37 At the top of the page, the Help menu shows software version information. This page has information about the camera including hardware and software revision numbers, part numbers, and serial numbers. If it is necessary to contact FLIR Technical Support for assistance, it will be helpful to have the information from this page on hand.
  • Page 38 IP Interface and PC Operations Use the OSD menu keypad to navigate through the OSD menus and make selections. Refer to M-Series System Configuration, pg. 24 for descriptions of the menu functions. OSD Menu Keypad Return to Web menu Move up through OSD...

  • Page 39: Setup And Configuration Menus

    Additional configuration options are available that are not described in this manual. For more information on setting or changing these camera parameters refer to the Nexus IP Camera Configuration Guide (FLIR Doc #427-0030-00-28) or contact the local FLIR representative or FLIR Technical Support.
  • Page 40 IP Interface and PC Operations Setup->IR->AGC Scene Presets The AGC parameters affect how the overall IR video image appears. The default Histogram algorithm is suitable for most installations, but in some cases one of the other selections may provide a more appealing image, depending on personal preferences. Be aware the settings that are optimal at one time may be less optimal a short time later, since conditions such as weather and time of day affect the image and are constantly changing.
  • Page 41 IP Interface and PC Operations Setup->Pan and Tilt->Status Reported direction coordinates, updated in real time. To move the camera enter coordinates, click Go to. The Pan and Tilt status shows the azimuth and elevation of the current direction of the camera. The Azimuth “0”...
  • Page 42 IP Interface and PC Operations Setup->Surveillance->Auto Scan To start Auto Scan: select width and speed, then select Start Set Autoscan at Startup: select speed, select limits, click Save The Relative Auto Scan (Surveillance mode) can be started and the settings changed from the OSD menu, JCU (UPB), or the web page.

  • Page 43: Maintenance Menus

    IP Interface and PC Operations Maintenance Menus After making configuration changes, click the Save button at the bottom of the page. After saving, it is also necessary to stop and restart the server. The server has a configuration that is active and running, and another configuration that is saved.

  • Page 44: Changing The Ip Address Of The Camera

    The admin and expert log in accounts can change LAN settings. Maintenance->Server->LAN Settings The M-Series system is shipped with DHCP IP address mode enabled. Some networks may require that a static IP address is set. The camera IP address, mask, and gateway is shown in the figure below.
  • Page 45 IP Interface and PC Operations Maintenance->Server->Security Options Use the Security Options page to restrict access through the camera web server to specific IP addresses and to set and change passwords. • To limit which computers have access to the web browser interface simply enter a computer’s IP address and click Add.
  • Page 46 IP Interface and PC Operations • The expert log in, shown below, can use the Live Video page, the Setup page, the Maintenance page Server menus, and can reset the user password or select to allow the user log in account to change their own password, as well as restrict access to specific IP addresses.

  • Page 47: Firmware Update

    Accessing the JCU Web Interface The JCU communicates through the Ethernet IP protocol just like the M-Series camera does. Changing the IP Address of the JCU On the JCU, the IP address is displayed by pressing the COLOR button and pushing the joystick forward at the same time.
  • Page 48 IP Interface and PC Operations 3. For Network Addressing, select Static. 4. Enter the new value in the IP field. The Network Mask should fill in automatically (255.255.255.0). 5. Click Save to save the changes and exit the Web page. 432-0003-60-10 Version 100 May 2017...

  • Page 49: M-Series Reference Information

    Acronyms, pg. 50 • List of Icons, pg. 51 • System Specifications, pg. 52 • Feature Comparison of M-Series Models, pg. 53 • Troubleshooting Tips, pg. 54 • On-Screen Messages, pg. 56 • Restoring the Factory Network Settings, pg. 57...

  • Page 50: Acronyms

    M-Series Reference Information Acronyms Table 6.1 lists each acronym that is used in this manual and its meaning. Acronyms TABLE 6.1 Acronym/Term Definition Automatic Gain Control ANSI American National Standards Institute Application Programming Interface DLTV Daylight TV, used to reference visible-band cameras...

  • Page 51: List Of Icons

    M-Series Reference Information List of Icons Table 6.2 lists every icon that may display on the screen during various operations, with a brief description of its meaning. Some icons display permanently and some only display briefly. The display of some icons is affected by settings on the Symbology Menu (see page 26). The last four icons in this table display only on the camera model with stabilization.

  • Page 52: System Specifications

    M-Series Reference Information System Specifications Table 6.3 lists details about physical characteristics, power usage, and environmental features of your M-Series camera. Specifications TABLE 6.3 Physical Characteristics Camera Size 17.8 cm (7 in) diameter by under 29.2 cm (11.5 in) tall Camera Weight Under 5.4 kg (12 lb), depending on the camera model...

  • Page 53: Feature Comparison Of M-Series Models

    M-Series Reference Information Feature Comparison of M-Series Models The following table lists each M-Series model and its supported features. Each model is available in four variations, identified by a unique part number: • <9 Hz thermal frame refresh rate (FPS), NTSC video format •...

  • Page 54: Troubleshooting Tips

    If the camera still does not produce an image, contact the FLIR dealer or reseller who provided the camera, or contact FLIR directly (contact information is provided on the rear cover of this manual).
  • Page 55 Image too dark or too light By default, the M-Series thermal camera uses an automatic gain control (AGC) setting that has proven to be superior for most applications. However, a specific environment may benefit from a different AGC setting.

  • Page 56: On-Screen Messages

    5 second countdown. The user should confirm the temperature of the camera is within the allowed operational temperature range. Turn off the power to the camera and allow it to cool down to a temperature within the operating range. If the problem continues, contact FLIR. 432-0003-60-10 Version 100...

  • Page 57: Restoring The Factory Network Settings

    M-Series Reference Information Restoring the Factory Network Settings In some cases, it may be necessary to restore the network settings of the camera to the original factory settings. At each power up, the system transmits a packet and then checks to determine if that same packet has been received.
  • Page 58 PH:+ 1 888 747 3547 Option 5 www.flir.com/maritime Support email: MaritimeCameraSupport@flir.com EUROPE Eurasian Headquarters FLIR Systems CVS BV Charles Petitweg 21 4847 NW Teteringen - Breda Netherlands PH: + 31 (0) 765 79 41 94 FX: + 31 (0) 765 79 41 99 flir@flir.com...

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