Agility Technologies FIRSTLOOK360 User Manual

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v.4.0
ADVANCING TECHNICAL SEARCH
www.agilitycorp.com

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    FIRSTLOOK360 Camera User Manual v.4.0 ADVANCING TECHNICAL SEARCH www.agilitycorp.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS............................... 1 OVERVIEW ................................2 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS ............................3 FL360 CAMERA OVERVIEW ............................. 6 FL360 LED INDICATOR – MULTI-FUNCTION ......................7 BATTERY LIDS ................................8 CHARGING PROCEDURES ............................10 PREPARING THE TABLET ............................11 CONNECTING THE CAMERA ..........................12 FL360 APP OVERVIEW ............................
  • Page 3: Overview

    OVERVIEW FIRSTLOOK360 Technical Rescue Camera The FIRSTLOOK360 (hereafter referred to as FL360) is a live-streaming 360° multipurpose technical rescue camera. It is designed to advance rescue capabilities at emergency scenes. FL360 provides a completely new dimension in imaging technology, giving rescuers the ability to harness high- definition, streaming video that can be transmitted via wireless or wired connections to a mobile device.
  • Page 4: General Precautions

    • Please read this manual before using FL360 to ensure safe and proper usage of the device. Note that images may differ in appearance from the actual product, and that content is subject to change without prior notice. Visit www.agilitycorp.com/firstlook360 to view the latest information, downloads, and more concerning FL360.
  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions • Only use the FL360 system in a safe manner. • It is important to understand and follow all standard operating procedures, safety precautions and practices when conducting rescue operations of any kind. • Rescue Personnel should always wear appropriate personal protective equipment when conducting operations.
  • Page 6 The usage of batteries is at your own risk. Before handling, ensure any user has appropriate understanding of the charging, discharging, and installing of lithium ion batteries. Agility Technologies Corporation is not responsible for any damage caused by misuse or mishandling of li-ion batteries and/or chargers.
  • Page 7: Fl360 Camera Overview

    FL360 CAMERA OVERVIEW...
  • Page 8: Fl360 Led Indicator - Multi-Function

    FL360 LED INDICATOR – MULTI-FUNCTION Power Button Press and hold - 4 sec Power ON Power Button Press and hold - 4 sec Power OFF Multi-function LED Multi-function LED Description colour time interval Blue Continuous/Solid Booting up 4 Quick Flashes During boot up, if battery level is too low Blue-Red Alternating...
  • Page 9: Battery Lids

    BATTERY LIDS Environmental Battery Lid (0607-59-003) The Environmental Battery Lid (pictured below) is the go-to lid for the FL360 Camera. This lid is designed to allow the camera to be used for short periods under water at depths of up to 3 meters. ●...
  • Page 10 Speaker Microphone Battery Lid (0607-59-002) The Speaker Microphone Battery Lid (pictured below) incorporates a speaker and microphone to allow the two-way audio functionality of the FL360. This lid is held in place by two captive stainless-steel screws and must be hand-tightened securely and evenly into place. The Speaker Microphone Battery Lid is water resistant for rain, water spray, and accidental dunking (IP67).
  • Page 11: Charging Procedures

    CHARGING PROCEDURES Charging the tablet and power bank Both the tablet and the power bank can be charged with the USB wall charger provided in the kit. The multi- charger provided in the USAR kit also allows for charging of the tablet and power bank via its USB A port. Please refer to the kit-specific manual for more detailed instructions.
  • Page 12: Preparing The Tablet

    PREPARING THE TABLET Turn on the tablet and follow the steps outlined below: Internet Connection When turned on for the first time, the tablet will need to be connected to the Google Play Store to download, install, and access critical updates of the FL360 App. For this first-time configuration, an internet connection is required.
  • Page 13: Connecting The Camera

    CONNECTING THE CAMERA FL360 is has two operational modes: wireless and wired. The wireless mode is the preferred method as it allows the operator(s) more freedom of movement. The wired mode can be used if the signal quality of the wireless mode is adversely affected by interference of structures or competing wireless signals.
  • Page 14 Step 4 Install the Battery Lid back onto the camera. Align the Battery Lid with the camera housing (fig 8) and tighten both screws securely and evenly using the provided FL360 Battery Compartment Tool. Spin the tool until the screws are seated, then turn one additional full rotation.
  • Page 15 Step 8 Once the app is open, tap and hold the red Wi-Fi icon (fig 10) to connect to the FL360 Camera (this process can take a few seconds). Figure 10: Tap and hold the Wi-Fi icon. Select the proper camera (fig 11) (viz. ‘FL360_xxxxx’, making sure the number after “FL360_”...
  • Page 16 Step 9 To start live-streaming, tap the start icon on the bottom right of the screen (fig 13). You will be taken to the Camera Control Screen where the camera will stream full 360°. See FL360 APP OVERVIEW on page 19 for more details.
  • Page 17 Wired Operation (USAR only) Use this mode if the wireless signal between the FL360 Camera and Tablet is compromised. Step 1-6 Repeat steps 1-6 from the wireless mode operation described above. Step 7 Thread the camera onto the FL360 Collapsible/Telescoping Camera Boom. Step 8 To install the coiled cable, collapse the telescoping boom.
  • Page 18 Step 10 Connect the tablet cable to the end of the coiled cable (fig 19). Twist to secure (fig 20). The right-angled connectors naturally route the cable forward on the boom (fig 20 & 21). Plug the right-angled USB connector into the tablet (fig 22).
  • Page 19 Step 11 Open the FL360 App and tap the USB tethering icon (fig 24). The app will take you to the Mobile Hotspot and Tethering Settings section within the tablet. TURN ON the USB Tethering setting in this section (fig 25). Tap the USB tethering icon to finish connecting to the camera.
  • Page 20: Fl360 App Overview

    FL360 APP OVERVIEW Home Screen Camera Control Screen...
  • Page 21 Camera Control Screen Information Overlay Tap the info icon on the top left of the screen (fig 27) to activate the instructional overlays in the Camera Control Screen (fig 28). This will give a quick overview of how to use the application’s features. Figure 27: Tap the info icon to activate the instructional overlays.
  • Page 22 Microphone Mute The Microphone Mute button (fig 30) is displayed on the left side of the Camera Control Screen. Tap the Microphone Mute button to mute the FL360 Camera microphone. This is a useful feature that can be activated during positioning of the camera, so the operator avoids having to listen to scraping noises.
  • Page 23 Record Video The Record Video icon (fig 33) is displayed at the bottom on the Camera Control Screen. This button allows the user to record 360° video with two-way audio, as well as date, time, and GPS coordinates. In addition, all video recorded is overlaid on a map to display the location of the recorded video(s).
  • Page 24 Meridian Line & Forward Pointer The Meridian Line (fig 36) is the division point between the FL360’s two camera lenses. It supplements the FoV indicator (explained below) by providing the operator with an additional guide to orientate oneself within a space.
  • Page 25 FL360 Settings - Slide Out Menu To access FL360 settings, press the hamburger icon (fig 39) located at the top left of the diagnostics screen or simply slide your finger from the left side of the tablet in towards the center of the screen to access the settings menu (fig 40).
  • Page 26 Searching the Spherical image Searching a space can be accomplished in a number of ways: 1. Camera Control Screen In live-streaming mode the FL360 Camera streams what it sees to the tablet (fig 42). Note that you may experience an approximately 0.5 second delay or latency as the Tablet processes, decodes, and stitches together the spherical image.
  • Page 27 3. Map View Multiple videos taken at the same location will appear on the map as a cluster with the number of videos and images recorded. (fig 43) Tap the cluster to view all the videos in the selected location. The cluster will open up into a thumbnail gallery.
  • Page 28 Gallery / Viewer Screenshot images The gallery (found in the setting menu) allows you to preview and scroll through all screenshots taken by using the Screen Shot Button (see pages 22 and 28 for more info). Screenshots are captured images of what is visible on the screen only, not full 360°...
  • Page 29 Gallery Playback Controls While playing back a video, several controls show up in the bottom of the screen (fig 45): 1. Screen Shot button – Allows the user to take a screenshot while playing back a video 2. Information button – Displays stored meta data time date location and device ID 3.
  • Page 30 Diagnostics Page The Diagnostics Page (fig 46) displays automated Checks of major systems onboard the FL360 rescue camera. Figure 46: Diagnostics Page Scroll down for more information such as firmware version number, CPU temperature etc. If any of the Checks show as negative, please contact support (see page 34 for service information).
  • Page 31: Battery Handling

    BATTERY HANDLING FL360 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery with Protection Circuit The FL360 Camera uses lithium-ion protected circuit 18650 batteries. Fully charged FL360 batteries will typically last 4-6 hours, depending on use. Keep batteries away from fire or other sources of heat above 80° C. Storage Temperature: -10°...
  • Page 32: Alternate Power

    ALTERNATE POWER CR123A Lithium Batteries - Adapter Tubes (0607-52-005) The FL360 Camera will operate using four (4) CR123A lithium batteries as an alternative emergency power source. Each kit comes with a set of 2 adapter tubes. Each tube holds two (2) CR123A batteries (fig 49). CAUTION: when putting the CR123A lithium batteries in the adapter tubes, make sure that the batteries are correctly orientated and observe correct polarity.
  • Page 33 CARE & STORAGE Care - FL360 Camera and Tablet Please keep lenses clean and free from dirt and fingerprints to avoid the degrading of picture quality. ● To clean the screen on your tablet, use a soft, lint-free cloth. We suggest you use microfiber cloths. Never ●...
  • Page 34: Fl360 Specifications

    FL360 SPECIFICATIONS Optical Object Distance Approx. 1cm - ∞ from camera lens Exposure Control Individual AE per sensor Image Sensor 3.4 MP 1/3" CMOS sensor (2.2um pixels) Lens f/2.0 (9-Glass) Field of View 360° Effective Coverage 2x200° (HxVxD) General Live-Streaming Resolution 960s HD - Dual 960p @ 30fps (1920x960) Video Frame Rate 30 fps...
  • Page 35: Service

    If your FL360 system requires service, or you have questions about the operation of FL360, please contact Agility Technologies at +1 604 259-1579 or email us at service@agilitycorp.com. Always contact us prior to shipping any items. The information on the Return Authorization Form and the corresponding RMA Number allow us to service you faster.
  • Page 36: Warranty

    WARRANTY All Agility FL360 (FIRSTLOOK360) products and accessories are warranted to be free from any defects in material and workmanship under operational use for a period of 2 years. This does not include damage caused by misuse, negligence, or abuse. No other warranties are expressed or implied. See website for more details.

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