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DW-ESTS
DW-ESTCAM
DW-ESTBLKBD
※ The picture might differ according to the specification and model.
※ Contents of this user manual are protected under copyrights and computer program laws.
Before operating the system, please read this User Manual and retain it for future reference.
※ Important Notice: DW E.S.T. is not designed by DW for the specific intention of human fever detection
nor the diagnosis, mitigation, or prevention of disease or health conditions. Rather, the DW E.S.T. system is
intended for the measurement of surface skin temperature as a supplemental method for thermal detection.
Rev: 09/20, Ver. 1.7
USER MANUAL
Description
Camera + Blackbody Kit
Camera only
Blackbody only
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Summary of Contents for Digital Watchdog E.S.T. DW-ESTS
- Page 1 USER MANUAL Part Numbers Description DW-ESTS Camera + Blackbody Kit DW-ESTCAM Camera only DW-ESTBLKBD Blackbody only ※ The picture might differ according to the specification and model. ※ Contents of this user manual are protected under copyrights and computer program laws. Before operating the system, please read this User Manual and retain it for future reference.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System Contents What’s in the Box ........................... 3 Camera Connection ..........................3 Installation Diagram and Considerations....................4 3.1. Installation Diagram..........................4 3.2. Installation Considerations ........................5 Monitoring PC System Requirements ....................6 4.1. Hardware ..............................6 Installation Environment Before Installation .................. -
Page 3: What's In The Box
DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System 1. What’s in the Box Review and make sure the following is included in the box with your camera: DW-EST: Camera, Blackbody, 2x tripods, 2x DC12V power adapter, QSG. • DW-ESTCAM: Camera, DC12V power, QSG. •... -
Page 4: Installation Diagram And Considerations
DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System 3. Installation Diagram and Considerations 3.1. Installation Diagram The diagram below represents recommended installation settings. 1. Install the camera facing away from the entrance or windows. 2. Place the camera 6.5~16.4ft from the objects (10 feet recommended). 3. -
Page 5: Installation Considerations
DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System 3.2. Installation Considerations When considering where to place your screening station, consider the following: • Avoid placing your camera, Blackbody or people being screened directly under an AC vent or a strong fluorescent light. The air temperature and heat emitted from the light may impact the accuracy of the temperature readings. -
Page 6: Monitoring Pc System Requirements
DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System 4. Monitoring PC System Requirements Below are the hardware recommendations for the PC used for the ‘Elevated Skin Temperature System’ monitoring software. These are the minimum required specifications for proper execution and usage of the software. -
Page 7: Windows Update
DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System 5.2. Windows Update If your Windows 10 version is 1607 or below, you must update Windows. Run "Windows Setup" with the "Windows ( ) + I" shortcut keys. Under "Set up Windows" select "Update and Security” Click "Check for updates"... -
Page 8: Power And Sleep
DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System 5.4. Power and Sleep For proper usage of the software, make sure the PC’s sleep and power settings are configured as below: 1. Click on "Power and Sleep" in the left menu 2. “Screen” → “When plugged in, turn off after” 3. -
Page 9: Software Download And Installation
6. Software Download and Installation 6.1. Download Software and Camera Network Configuration 1. Install the Elevated Skin Temperature System_x.x.x.x_Setup.exe. The software is available on Digital Watchdog’s website. a. Go to http://www.digital-watchdog.com b. Search for ‘EST software’ in the search bar at the top of the page. - Page 10 DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System NOTE: Make sure the PC’s IP address is not overlapping with the camera’s IP address. The PC’s IP setting ranges arbitrarily from 169.254.100.1 ~ 169.254.100.254. Make sure to set the subnet mask to 255.255.0.0. 9.
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Page 11: Install The Software
DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System 6.2. Install the Software Run “Elevated Skin Temperature System_x.x.x.x_Setup.exe” to install. Click “Next” and review the installation information. You can review the components installed and choose a different directory to install the file. Click “Install” to start the installation. The progress bar will show the installation status. If an additional installation window opens for a "Bonjour"... -
Page 12: Program Installation
DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System 7. Program Installation Double-click on the software shortcut on the desktop to launch the software. <Software Login> When launching the software for the first time, select whether your installation includes a Blackbody or not. <Blackbody Selection>... - Page 13 DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System To change your Blackbody selection, press the "Model Reset" button in the top-right of the launch screen. The pop-up window below will appear. Click “Yes” to enter the Blackbody setup screen. Once the thermal camera is connected to the PC via an Ethernet cable, and the visible camera is connected to the PC via the included USB cable, the following screen will show all the cameras currently connected to the monitoring PC.
- Page 14 DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System Note: For better recognition, keep people and objects out of the camera’s field of view for 10 seconds. The initialization process takes 3-10 seconds, depending on the in-image state. Once the "Initializing..." disappears from the monitor, the system is ready to start reading facial skin temperature.
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Page 15: Software Elements
DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System 8. Software Elements <Software’s main view > Elements Description Connection Information Display the thermal and visible camera information. Enable or disable the alarm, capture a JPEG, change palette color, or Function adjust the layout. Show the current recorded temperature. - Page 16 DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System The “Functions” bar includes the software’s settings below: <Function Options> Face Detection Reset If facial detection is not working properly, or the camera’s orientation was changed, use this button to restart the "Initializing..." process. During the process, the "Initializing..." term will appear in the software’s view.
- Page 17 DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System Alarm On/Off Enable or disable the alarm connected to the camera. When the “Alarm On" setting is selected, a JPEG is captured automatically when the temperature above the set threshold is detected. When the “Alarm On” setting is selected, the pixels in the “Alarm Setting Temp.” range are displayed in color.
- Page 18 DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System Layout The E.S.T. thermal and visible camera views can be used in multiple layout options to optimize your user experience. The available options include a split view, PIP mode, visible camera only, and thermal camera only. <Split View>...
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Page 19: Maximum Temperature Indication Window
DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System 8.3. Maximum Temperature Indication Window The temperature section on the left of the software’s view shows the temperature measured currently. During the software’s initializing period, "Initializing..." is displayed in this section. If no people or no faces are detected in the camera’s FOV for skin temperature measurement, the image below will display. -
Page 20: Alarm Setting
DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System 8.4. Alarm setting This section, located on the center-left side of the software is enabled when "Alarm On" is selected in “Function”. To edit any of the settings in this section, “Modify” must be selected first. <Alarm Settings Options>... -
Page 21: History
DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System Set the camera’s two (2) alarm outputs when an alarm is triggered. Alarm port 1 (Digital output port #4 and #5) Alarm port 2 (Digital output port #6 and #7. Assigned to LED strobe). Digital Output 1 and 2 The camera comes with an LED strobe connected to Alarm Port 2. -
Page 22: Top Navigation Bar
DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System 8.6. Top Navigation Bar The top navigation bar, located on the top of the window in orange, includes the settings for Monitor Selection, Software Settings, and Exit the software. The software settings popup window includes the following settings: <General Software Settings>... -
Page 23: Main Display
DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System <Alarm Settings> Setting Description Threshold Time The time, in milliseconds, the alarm start condition should be maintained. The alarm will be triggered only after the threshold time conditions are met. Default : 1000ms (1 second) Delay Time The time, in milliseconds, to delay alarm termination when conditions are not satisfied during alarm occurrence. - Page 24 DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System includes the current date and time. If a Blackbody is installed, it will be detected automatically by the software in the camera’s view and marked with a yellow frame. <Software Main View> <Blackbody Detection> The recommended location for the Blackbody installation: The Blackbody cannot be installed in a crowded location.
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Page 25: Blackbody Status
DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System 8.8. Blackbody Status The Blackbody status bar at the bottom of the software window will display only if Blackbody was selected as part of the solution when installing the software. <Blackbody Detection Success Status> When mounted correctly in the camera’s FOV, the Elevated Skin Temperature Software automatically detects the Blackbody’s location. - Page 26 DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System Once the initializing stage is complete, the facial skin temperature will be displayed when a face is detected. The temperature display will show the highest skin temperature detected. If there is more than one person in the camera’s view, each face detected will be framed in a blue frame, with the skin temperature shown for each person.
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Page 27: Specifications
DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System Specifications Thermal camera Micro-bolometer Uncooled focal plane array Resolution 384 x 288 Sensor Pixel pitch 17µm 8µm to 14µm Response wavelength Thermal sensitivity 50mK@f1.0, 30Hz, 300K Lens type Thermalized lens Focal length 8.13mm f1.16 HFOV/VFOV 47.4°/35.1°... - Page 28 DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System Temperature stability ±0.18°F (±0.1℃) Temperature accuracy ±0.36°F (±0.2℃) Emissivity 0.95 Temperature sensor NTC 0.1% Weight 0.72 lbs. (330 gr.) Dimension (H x W x D) 2.83 x 2.83 x 1.92" (72 x 72 x 49mm) Power supply 110/220 VAC to 12VDC adaptor 36W(3A), 90°...
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Page 29: Faqs
DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System FAQs 11.1. Usability 1. How does thermal imaging technology work? a. Skin temperature pre-screening cameras detect the skin’s heat radiation. When used properly, DW’s E.S.T. cameras can be used as a non-contact pre-screening tool to detect differences in skin surface temperatures. -
Page 30: Hardware Related
DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System false alarms and measurements. b. If an outdoor deployment is the only option, both the camera and Blackbody need to be installed under a shelter. The temperature around the camera and Blackbody should be between 50°F – 95°F (10°C –... -
Page 31: Compliance
DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System 11.4. Compliance 1. Is the solution classified as a medical device? a. No. In the USA, the camera and Blackbody have been designed to meet the U.S. Food & Drug Administration’s April 2020 Enforcement Policy for Thermographic Systems. However, it is NOT classified as a medical device and is not intended to detect or diagnose a disease or any health conditions. -
Page 32: Warranty Information
DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System Warranty Information Digital Watchdog (referred to as “the Warrantor”) warrants the Camera against defects in materials or workmanship as follows: Labor: For the initial two (2) years from the date of the original purchase if the camera is determined to be defective, the Warrantor will repair or replace the unit with a new or refurbished product at its option, at no charge. -
Page 33: Limits And Exclusions
If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the following address: Digital Watchdog, Inc. ATTN: RMA Department 16220 Bloomfield Ave... - Page 34 DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System DW® East Coast office and warehouse: 5436 W Crenshaw St, Tampa, FL USA 33634 DW® West Coast office and warehouse: 16220 Bloomfield Ave, Cerritos, CA USA 90703 PH: 866-446-3595 | FAX: 813-888-9262 www.Digital-Watchdog.com technicalsupport@dwcc.tv Technical Support PH: USA &...
- Page 35 DW E.S.T. (Elevated Skin Temperature) System Revision history Ver. Date Writer Contents 2020.06.15 D. I. Kim First release 2020.07.02 D. I. Kim Modified for adding new features 2020.07.03 D. I. Kim Modified for adding new features 2020.08.13 D. I. Kim Modified for adding new features 2020.08.18 D.