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Part No: U2E15012-SP
Ver 1.0 Date: Oct 28, 2022

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  • Page 1 User Manual Part No: U2E15012-SP Ver 1.0 Date: Oct 28, 2022...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents 01 - Important information ..................5 1.1 For your safety ..........................5 1.2 Notices ............................6 02 - Introduction ......................7 2.1 Document information ....................... 7 2.2 What’s in the package ....................... 8 2.3 Installation tools requirements ....................9 2.4 Getting to know the camera ....................10 03 - Installation &...
  • Page 4 6.2 Video Tracking ..........................32 6.3 Night Mode ........................... 33 6.4 System Settings ........................... 34 6.4.1 Gyro Calibration ......................... 35 6.4.2 Adjust Home Position ..................... 36 6.4.3 Factory Default ......................... 36 6.4.4 NMEA Baud Rate ......................37 07 - Maintenance ......................38 7.1 Caring for the camera ........................
  • Page 5: Important Information

    This product is intended for use on marine vessels not covered by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Carriage Regulations. Using the supplied cables as is Do not cut or extend all Omnisense Systems supplied cables unless doing so is detailed in the installation manual.
  • Page 6: Notices

    Omnisense Systems will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product. While every effort has been made to ensure that the information in these manuals is accurate and complete, we would appreciate it if you were to bring any errors or omissions to the attention of the Omnisense Systems representative in your area.
  • Page 7: Introduction

    02 - Introduction Thank you for choosing the Ulysses. The Ulysses system comes with all the components ready to install in most cases, and operate making it the most user-friendly marine thermal camera system available. The camera system is designed to integrate with many popular Multi-function Displays (MFDs), please check on our website support page for the latest supported brands and models.
  • Page 8: What's In The Package

    2.2 What’s in the package Ulysses system includes the following items: 4X (M8 X 50mm) studs, 8 X Cable Ties Junction Box Camera Turret washers, spring washers and nuts for Turret Camera Harness NMEA Cable USB Cable Analog Video Out...
  • Page 9: Installation Tools Requirements

    2.3 Installation tools requirements The following are additional tools and items required for installation that are not included in the package. 1. Drill 2. Drill bit - 0.35in (9mm) 3. Hole Saw - at least 3.15in (80mm) 4. Jig Saw 5.
  • Page 10: Getting To Know The Camera

    2.4 Getting to know the camera Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with camera controls and displays. You may find it helpful to bookmark this section and refer to it as you read through the rest of the manual. Camera (tilt +90˚...
  • Page 11: Installation & Setup

    03 - Installation & setup 3.1 Installation checklist The installation of the system will include the following tasks: 1. Planning your system setup 2. Prepared all required tools and items 3. Site the individual equipment 4. Route the cables 5. Create the opening for the Joystick Controller 6.
  • Page 12: Layout & Location

    The diagram should include the location of all components, cable types, routing and length. This is the layout plan (Fig. 1) of how your Ulysses system will be set-up. Camera Turret Fig.
  • Page 13 • Omnisense Systems products conform to the appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) regulations. To minimize electromagnetic interference between equipment, we recommend that wherever possible, Ulysses equipment and cables connected to it are: • at least 3ft (1m) from any equipment transmitting or cables carrying radio signals. e.g.
  • Page 14: Mounting The Camera Turret

    3.4 Mounting the Camera Turret The Camera Turret holds the imaging module, optics and Pan/Tilt platform. The Camera Turret can be only be configured to be installed ball-up (upright) position. Identify and select a position with a clear line of sight to the intended observation area. The mounting area should also be secure and free from excessive vibration.
  • Page 15: Installing The Junction Box

    3.5 Installing the Junction Box The Junction Box is the main interface that handles communication between the components and it also distributes the power supply to the Camera Turret. Please note that the Junction Box is not weatherproof and should be installed in an area protected from the elements.
  • Page 16 7. NMEA 0183 – For Camera functions that require NMEA data input, connect the provided Ulysses NMEA cable to a NMEA 0183 data source. Ulysses NMEA cable color code...
  • Page 17 Junction Box connectors Refer to the table for the connectors for power source, video signal output, and communication port are stated below. Port Description 24V input to EOS HDMI out Video display to a compatible 16:9 aspect ratio display / monitor Standard USB touch input from a touch monitor.
  • Page 18: Connecting To Your Display

    3.6 Connecting to your Display You can choose to display the video output of your Ulysses via a standard touchscreen monitor or an MFD with HDMI input & USB touch output. Camera harness HDMI cable 24V DC power supply USB cable...
  • Page 19: Operations

    04 - Operations 4.1 Powering-up The Ulysses camera system automatically powers up when connected to your vessel’s power. Before powering up your camera system: 1. Ensure that the Junction Box is connected to your vessel’s power. 2. Ensure that the Camera turret is connected to your Junction Box.
  • Page 20: Graphical User Interface (Gui)

    4.3 Graphical User Interface (GUI) Upon powering up, the Graphical User Interface (GUI) menu will appear on your display. Below are the functions accessible via the GUI. Radar Target Track Button Pan Bearing Ring Radar Slave Button Active Camera Quick Pan Button Camera Focus Control Active Color Palette Current Pan Bearing...
  • Page 21 The display screen comprises of the following icons: Icon Description Active Camera Indicator Displays current camera selection - DAY TV for color camera and IR CAM for thermal view. Camera Zoom Status Displays current level of magnification. Active Color Palette Displays active color mode for thermal view only.
  • Page 22: Multi-Touch Gesture

    4.4 Multi-Touch gesture Use Multi-Touch gesture to perform to pan (turn left or right) and tilt (up or down) the camera to search and acquire a visual on your target. Single tap Double tap Pinch in Pinch out Tap with one finger to select Target selection for video Pinch with two fingers Pinch with two fingers...
  • Page 23: Color Palette

    4.5 Color palette When the IR camera mode is on, the active color palette is shown on the left corner of the display. Select your preferred color scheme from the 6 different color modes available. Tap on the color palette bar to toggle between color mode. Color Feature White Hot...
  • Page 24: Camera Controls

    4.6 Camera controls 4.6.1 Quick Pan The Quick Pan function allows you to command the turret to pan to the desired compass bearing quickly. To activate Quick Pan, select [PAN] then double-tap on the bearing ring. The turret will immediately move to the selected bearing. 1.
  • Page 25: Focus

    4.6.2 Focus Tap [FOCUS] to reveal focus button options: [FAR] and [NEAR]. To focus manually, tap on [FAR] to adjust the camera focus to the far end and tap on [NEAR] to adjust the camera focus to the near end. Tap either one of the buttons until the subject/image on the screen is in focus. 1.
  • Page 26: Radar Target Track

    4.6.4 Radar Target Track The Radar Target Track mode allows your camera to slew to and track the target you selected on the radar. The [Radar Target Track] button will turn to black when TTM sentence is applied. To activate Radar Target Track mode, tap the [Radar Target Track] button.
  • Page 27: Menu

    If you wish to set a new user-defined home position (see section 6.4.2). 5.3 Stabilization/ Heading Lock STABILISATION / STABILISATION / The Ulysses offers two-axis stabilization that enhances overall image HEADING LOCK HEADING LOCK STABILISATION STABILISATION...
  • Page 28: Menu Tree

    5.5 Menu tree The figures below show the menu tree of the Ulysses for quick understanding and ease of navigating the menu items on the side panel. Menu Tree for Day Camera Functions accessible in [DAY CAM] mode only...
  • Page 29 Menu Tree for IR Camera Functions accessible in [IR CAM] mode only The difference between the Day Camera and IR Camera menus is the Camera settings. In the Day Camera mode, the [DAY CAM] button allows you to set the white balance and focus, while in [IR CAM] mode, you can access NUC and Contrast/Brightness control.
  • Page 30: Settings

    06 - Settings The [SETTINGS] menu allows you to access the functions stated below. At any point, you may tap on the [EXIT] button to return to [MAIN] menu. 1. Day Cam (White balance & focus modes) 2. IR Cam (NUC & Contrast and brightness settings) 3.
  • Page 31: Nuc (Ir Camera)

    6.1.3 NUC (IR Camera) In the IR Cam mode, you can activate the camera NUC function manually. Non-Uniformity Correction (NUC) function corrects for slight detector drift that occurs due to changes in the surrounding temperature and environment. As the heat emitting from the camera can interfere with its performance, the NUC function allows the camera to adjust the image based on its own IR radiation readings.
  • Page 32: Video Tracking

    6.2 Video Tracking The Video Tracking function enables you to actively track any objects or vessels that appear on your display screen. To activate/reactivate video tracking: • Double tap on the desired object on the screen. • To cancel tracking, perform a swipe on any area on the screen. The tracking box is highlighted in different colors to reflect the tracking status.
  • Page 33: Night Mode

    6.3 Night Mode The Night Mode feature provides you the option of decreasing the images luminosity for a better viewing experience in low-light conditions. When activated, the outline of each button changes from white to deep red. To activate Night Mode, tap on [NIGHT MODE]. RADAR RADAR TARGET...
  • Page 34: System Settings

    6.4 System Settings The System Settings menu allows you to access the advanced functions stated below. Alternatively, you may select [EXIT] to return to the Main Menu. 1. Gyro Calibration 2. Adjust Home Position 3. Factory Default 4. NMEA 0183 Baud Rate RADAR RADAR FOCUS...
  • Page 35: Gyro Calibration

    6.4.1 Gyro Calibration Ulysses features an auto-drift control that eliminates the need for manual tuning. Gyro calibration is required when a “Gyro Cal Required” message is shown on your display screen. For best performance, it is highly recommended that you perform a Gyro Calibration for a newly installed Ulysses on your vessel.
  • Page 36: Adjust Home Position

    6.4.2 Adjust Home Position The system has a function that allows you to preset your preferred offset pan and tilt position of the camera when the [Home] option is activated. The system has a function that allows you to preset your preferred offset pan and tilt position of the camera when the [PARK / HOME] option is activated.
  • Page 37: Nmea Baud Rate

    6.4.4 NMEA Baud Rate You can set the NMEA baud rate to either 4800, 9600, 19200, or 38400 to complement your existing electronic navigational equipment, such as your radar, GPS and/or AIS. To set NMEA baud rate, tap on [NMEA BAUDRATE] and tap on the desire baud rate. The baud rate will turn to green.
  • Page 38: Maintenance

    • exposed to temperatures above 185°F (85°C) or below 185°F (40°C) 7.3 Service and maintenance This product contains no user-serviceable components. With the exception of regular cleaning, please refer all maintenance and repair to Omnisense Systems. Unauthorized repair will void the manufacturer’s warranty.
  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    08 - Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Omnisense Systems representative. Problem/Error Possible causes Possible solution Indications Junction Box - No power to the Check that the power is switched on.
  • Page 40: Specifications

    09 - Specifications General Thermal Camera Color Camera Sensor Type 17um Uncooled Microbolometer LWIR FPA 8.5 MP 1/2.5 CMOS Thermal Resolution 640 x 480 Sensitivity 50 mk 1 lux (0.5 enhanced) Field of View 12°(H) x 9° (V) 23° x 13° (Wide) / 7° x 4° (Tele) Stabilization Focal Length 50mm f1...
  • Page 44 Omnisense Systems USA Inc 1881 West State Road 84, Bldg. 1 Unit 102 Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33315, United States T: +1 (954) 316-6230 E: enquiries@omnisense-systems.com omnisense-systems.com...

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