Section 1. Introduction; Purpose Of Equipment - Armasight Prometheus C 336 2-8x25 User Manual

SECTION 1
INTRODUCTION

1.1 PURPOSE OF EQUIPMENT

The Prometheus C is a solid state, uncooled, long-wave infrared, magnified, dedicated handheld thermal
imager intended for day and night engagements. The thermal imaging technology allows you to detect targets
by cutting through snow, dust, smoke, fog, haze, and other atmospheric obscurants. The Prometheus C
demonstrates its operational flexibility for all mission applications.
Its proprietary hyper-image processing (HIP) gives the Prometheus C a robust library of software features
to tailor the image to the needs of the mission. Plus, the operator can record video using the Digital Video
Recorder (DVR) or augment the battery life by attaching to external battery options.
Unlike the use of laser targeting or near-infrared illumination to augment night vision equipment, the
Prometheus C thermal imager is extremely difficult to detect with other devices, as it emits no visible light or
RF energy.
The Prometheus C is available in different versions, with 1x or 2x optical magnifications. Prometheus C series
also provides up to 8x digital zoom for models based on 640x512 cores and up to 4x digital zoom for models
based on a 336x256 core.
The Prometheus C is powered by two CR123A (2×3V) batteries. The Extended Battery Pack or 6VDC/ 600mA
power source can also be used to power the Prometheus C.
The Prometheus C is equipped with a standard NTSC/PAL video input/output function that makes it possible
to connect to an external video display or monitor, or to record thermal images for field documentation or
training purposes. It also allows the transmission of data from one remote display to that of the Prometheus C.
The Prometheus Can be used in conjunction with other equipment such as the Digital Video Recorder or
Extended Battery Pack.
Extremely reliable and versatile, the Prometheus C is a highly useful thermal imaging system.
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