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- Page 1 PathFindIR Aftermarket User Manual 334-0001-00-10, Version 130 October 2009...
- Page 2 This equipment must be disposed of as electronic waste. Contact your nearest FLIR Commercial Vision Systems, Inc. representative for instructions on how to return the product to FLIR for proper disposal. This document is controlled to FLIR Technology Level EAR 1. The information...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
2.1 Overview ..........................3 2.2 Thermal Imaging Driver Vision Enhancement System ........3 2.3 What is Thermal Imaging? ................... 5 2.4 Vehicles that use PathFindIR Systems ..............5 2.5 PathFindIR Camera Model Numbers ..............6 2.6 Full Feature PathFindIR Camera ................7 3 Getting Started 3.1 Using your PathFindIR Camera .................. - Page 4 October 2009...
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Page 5: Warnings And Cautions
1.1 Cautions Caution! This guide uses the term Caution to indicate a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in injury, damage to the vehicle or PathFindIR system, or other property damage. Caution! The PathFindIR thermal imaging system is designed for commercial, over the road, automotive applications. -
Page 6: General Information
1.2 General Information Caution! The PathFindIR thermal imaging system is not intended to be used as the primary navigation system. The PathFindIR system should not to be used as a substitution for headlights or headlight assisted human vision during vehicle operation. -
Page 7: Introduction
Many serious accidents occur at night because the driver is not able to see the cause of the accident in time to prevent the collision. PathFindIR systems directly address this problem, allowing drivers to see farther ahead on nighttime roadways and identify potential problems earlier. - Page 8 The above images show comparisons of typical night time driving compared to using the PathFindIR thermal imager. The image on the left is from an ordinary digital camera and shows the amount of visible light; the image on the right is a thermal image created by the PathFindIR thermal imaging camera.
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Page 9: What Is Thermal Imaging
With our eyes, we see visible light. With a thermal imager, we can see infrared—a form of light just beyond the visible spectrum. Thermal imagers show subtle differences in temperature; with a PathFindIR camera in the standard configuration, warm objects appear white and cooler objects appear black. -
Page 10: Pathfindir Camera Model Numbers
United States Government. Models with video frame rates at or below 9Hz do not require licensing but do require compliance with other export requirements. Please contact FLIR for details concerning export compliance for your application or geographic area. -
Page 11: Full Feature Pathfindir Camera
The Full Feature PathFindIR camera is provided for OEMs and installers who want to utilize custom features for their applications. The additional features available on the Full Feature PathFindIR camera are selected and set via a LIN (local interconnect network) communications channel. The white wire in the standard PathFindIR System Cable (308-0159-00) provides the means to send the LIN commands to the PathFindIR camera. - Page 12 2 – Introduction October 2009...
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Page 13: Getting Started
3.1 Using your PathFindIR Camera The PathFindIR camera is easy to use, but you should take a moment to carefully read this section so you fully understand what you are seeing on your display monitor. While the imagery you will see on the monitor may look like black and white daylight video, it isn’t! A few tips on how to interpret some of... -
Page 14: Heater Element
3.5 In Case of Difficulty The PathFindIR camera comes with a 24 month limited warranty from the date of purchase. DO NOT OPEN, MODIFY, or ALTER the PathFindIR camera or accessories. Doing so will void any warranty and may cause system malfunction, loss of performance, fire, or bodily harm. -
Page 15: Troubleshooting
3.6 Troubleshooting No Video but the system is running and has power supplied to it. Place your ear next to the PathFindIR camera. If you hear the mechanical shutter (clicking noise, see section 3.2 “Initial System Startup” on page 9) but you are not getting an image, check the video connections. - Page 16 Splash Screen, check the power input and video output. If you see the Splash Screen but no image afterwards, it is possible the mechanical shutter is stuck in the on position. Contact FLIR customer service for additional help.
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Page 17: Caring For Your Pathfindir System
Rinse the camera housing with low pressure fresh water to keep it clean. If the front window of the PathFindIR camera gets water spots, wipe it with a clean soft cotton cloth dampened with fresh water. -
Page 18: Maintenance
If you have problems do not attempt to repair the PathFindIR system yourself. The PathFindIR camera is a water-tight sealed unit and can not be opened or serviced in the field. Consult your installation dealer or FLIR Systems Inc. for repair information. -
Page 19: Options And Accessories
The standard 20-foot system cable ensures a sealed connection to the PathFindIR camera—a requirement for harsh vehicle environments. The cable has a sealed PathFindIR connector at one end; two power leads (red and black), a communications lead (white), and a BNC video connector at the other end. - Page 20 5 – Options and Accessories PathFindIR Universal Mounting Bracket: 261-1470-00 The Universal Mounting Bracket is shown below with the PathFindIR camera inserted, but not secured. The bracket has mounting holes on all four sides providing flexibility in choosing a mounting location. The camera has two pivot posts that are inserted into slots allowing about 45°...
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Page 21: Aftermarket Installation Kit
The kit will work with any PathFindIR camera, which while included and shipped in the kit must be selected and purchased separately. The kit contains: •... - Page 22 5 – Options and Accessories The following schematic shows how to connect the PathFindIR system using the cables in the Aftermarket Installation Kit. PathFindIR Camera 4105734 (sold separately) Monitor Monitor Cable (part of 4105734) System Cable 308-0159-00 green - not used...
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Page 23: Bench Top Kit
5.3 Bench Top Kit The optional FLIR Bench Top Kit, part number 421-0027-00, is made available for those who want to operate the PathFindIR system from a 110/240VAC power source, for lab testing or for applications where standard AC power is available. - Page 24 5 – Options and Accessories The following schematic shows how to connect the PathFindIR system using the cables in the Bench Top Kit. AC Power PathFindIR Source Camera (sold separately) Power Supply Bench Top Cable 206-0001-20 308-0142-00 BNC Video out Please contact FLIR or your local dealer/installer for the latest information on PathFindIR system accessories.
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Page 25: Installation
It can be ordered as a camera module alone, with a commercial grade cable, mounting bracket, or as part of a complete installation kit. The PathFindIR camera must be mounted in a location where it is not obstructed by the windshield or other glass materials. Although glass is transparent to the human eye, it is opaque in the infrared spectrum. -
Page 26: Installation
6 – Installation It is recommended that power to the monitor be supplied separately from power to the PathFindIR camera to assure clean (low noise) power to both components. Otherwise the video image may appear to have interference, ghosting, or undesirable video artifacts. - Page 27 Do not install in areas of high moisture, dust or air intake paths. Doing so may hinder the performance of the PathFindIR unit and cause image degradation or window damage. Use only authorized parts and accessories. Doing so helps assure proper mounting and connectivity and limits external issues associated with poorly secured mounting and wiring.
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Page 28: Installation Assistance
The following are some general guidelines which will assist your professional service and installer with good mounting positions and connections. The PathFindIR camera is a thermal imaging system. As such, it will not “see through” windows or obstructions. The camera should be mounted outside the vehicle's cabin (interior) and in such a location to assure a similar driving field of view as normal headlights and human vision. -
Page 29: Technical Data
Impact protection High-impact resistant window with heating element Weather Resistance Hermetically sealed, pressurized enclosure For additional information, contact FLIR. Dimensions and Weight Dimensions (Width × 58 mm × 57 mm × 72 mm (2.3” × 2.2” × 2.8”) Height × Length) excluding connector Connector adds 25.7 mm to height... -
Page 30: Side Views
7 – Technical Data 7.2 Side Views October 2009... -
Page 31: Front View
7 – Technical Data 7.3 Front View 334-0001-00-10, version 130... - Page 32 7 – Technical Data October 2009...
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