Page 1 Ranger HRC MS™ Operator’s manual Publ. No. TM 614 006 699 Rev B – ENGLISH (EN) – Oct 30. 2008...
Page 2 FLIR Systems will, at its option, repair or replace any such defective product free of charge if, upon inspection, it proves to be defective in material or workmanship and provided that it is returned to FLIR Systems within the said one-year period.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents System overview ........................1 Main features .....................1 Applications ......................2 General Safety Warnings ....................3 System description ......................4 Cameras and sensors ..................4 3.1.1 IR Camera ....................4 3.1.2 TV Camera ...................5 3.1.3 LRF .......................5 3.1.4 GPS ......................5 3.1.5 Digital Magnetic Compass ..............6 System components ..................7 3.2.1 Pan/Tilt ....................7...
Page 4 6.2.2 AUTOSCAN mode ................37 6.2.3 PARK mode ..................38 6.2.4 LRF mode ...................39 6.2.5 MENU mode ..................40 6.2.6 PROG POSITION mode ..............41 System software .......................43 System information ..................43 7.1.1 Status text ...................45 7.1.2 Show/hide system information ............45 Menu system ....................46 7.2.1 Navigation in menu system ..............46 7.2.1.1 Example................47...
Page 5 8.3.3.3 Image save ..............96 8.3.3.4 Date/time .................96 8.3.3.5 Local settings..............98 8.3.3.6 System................99 8.3.3.7 Network ................99 8.3.3.8 Real Time Protocol (RTP) ..........100 8.3.3.9 Camera info ..............100 8.3.3.10 Access code ..............101 8.3.3.11 Save settings ..............101 8.3.3.12 Factory default ...............101 8.3.4 Tools menu ..................101 8.3.4.1 Defroster On / Defroster Off ..........102 8.3.4.2...
Page 6 10.4 Miscellaneous settings ...................132 10.4.1 Preset focus distance ...............132 10.4.2 Slave mode ..................132 10.5 Save settings ....................133 10.6 Default settings ....................133 System operation ......................134 11.1 System on/off ....................134 11.1.1 Starting up the system ..............134 11.1.2 Turning off the system ..............135 11.1.3 Remote power control ..............136 11.2 Basic features ....................137...
Page 7 12.1.5 Adjustment mode ................165 12.1.7 Color Distribution ................166 12.1.7 Save settings ..................167 12.2 Advanced procedures ..................168 12.2.1 Select scene ..................168 12.2.1.1 Digital zoom ..............169 12.2.1.2 Optical zoom..............169 12.2.2 Focus ....................170 12.2.2.1 Focus area..............170 12.2.2.2 Auto focus..............171 12.2.2.3 Fixed focus ..............172 12.2.3 Range selection ................173 12.2.4 NUC ....................173 12.2.4.1...
Page 8 15.6.7 Basic dimensions – Mount plate ............220 15.7 Diagnostic tools ....................221 15.8 Trouble shooting ....................223 15.9 IP network solution ..................225 15.9.1 Equipment ......................226 15.9.2 FLIR Nexus application ..................227 Publ. No. TM 614 006 699 Rev B – ENGLISH (EN) – Oct 30. 2008...
Page 9 History of Infrared technology ..................231 Theory of thermal imaging ....................236 17.1 Introduction ....................236 17.2 The electromagnetic spectrum ...............236 17.3 Blackbody radiation ..................237 17.3.1 Planck’s law ..................238 17.3.2 Wien’s displacement law ..............240 17.3.3 Stefan-Boltzmann’s law ..............241 17.3.4 Non-blackbody emitters ..............242 17.4 Infrared semi-transparent materials ...............245 Abbreviations........................246 Index ..........................247...
Page 11: System Overview
Ranger HRC MS is a high performance, long range surveillance system with multiple sensors. Ranger HRC MS is a modular system that can be equipped with IR and TV cameras and additional sensors such as Laser Range Finder, Digital Magnetic Compass and GPS unit. The IR and TV cameras are available in a number of versions, with different range and field-of-view capabilities.
Page 12: Applications
Ranger HRC MS is designed to meet the needs of the operator. The sys- tem offers the following operator benefits:  Advanced and high performance thermal imaging enables situational awareness in the wide field-of-view, while maintaining detailed recog- nition capabilities in the narrow field-of-view.
Page 13: General Safety Warnings
General Safety Warnings Before switching the power ON make sure that: • All connectors are fastened properly • All personnel is in a safe distance from moving parts • The Pan/Tilt is free from obstacles Before starting work on system components: •...
Page 14: System Description
3.1 Cameras and sensors The Ranger HRC MS is a modular system, which can be equipped with IR and TV cameras and additional sensors; such as Laser Range Finder, Digital Magnetic Compass and GPS unit. Both the IR and TV camera are available in a number of versions, with different range and field-of-view capabilities.
Page 15: Tv Camera
The TV Camera is a sensitive, high-magnification, color quality daylight camera, used for additional target identification when conditions permit. The TV Camera is a standard item mounted in a rugged FLIR housing. 3.1.3 The Laser Range Finder (LRF) unit is an optional system component.
Page 16: Digital Magnetic Compass
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System description three signals are needed to provide a position or “GPS fix” (latitude and longitude) for vehicle navigation systems. The GPS unit is an advanced device for GPS based geomapping, which is used to determine the exact position of the system. The GPS unit consists of two parts, the external antenna and the internal electronics.
Page 17: System Components
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System description 3.2 System components In addition to the cameras and sensors, the system includes components for pan/tilt, signal distribution, power supply, etc. For part numbers of the cables, please refer to the Parts list in section 15.2.
Page 18 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System description Pan/Tilt connections Callout Description TV camera cable The TV Camera cable is connected to the X3 connector on the Pan/Tilt unit and to the TV Camera. IR camera cable The IR Camera cable is connected to the X2 connector on the Pan/Tilt unit and to the IR Camera. GPS antenna cable The GPS antenna cable is connected to the X4 connector on the Pan/Tilt unit and to the GPS unit. DMC cable The DMC is connected to the X5 connector on the Pan/Tilt unit and to the DMC unit. LRF cable The LRF cable is connected to the X6 connector on the Pan/Tilt unit and to the LRF unit. System cable The System cable is connected to the X1 connector on the Pan/Tilt unit and to the PTH connector (J15) on the JPC2 unit. Publ. No. TM 614 006 699 Rev B – ENGLISH (EN) – Oct 30. 2008...
Page 19: Junction Protocol Converter (Jpc2)
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System description 3.2.2 Junction Protocol Converter (JPC2) The Junction Protocol Converter (JPC2) is the system control unit. The System Software is executed from the JPC2 unit. The JPC2 can be confi- gured for stand-alone operation or configured into an IP network. Figure 3.2 JPC2 connections.
Page 20 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System description JPC2 connections Callout Description Video cable The Video cable is used to connect a video monitor directly to the JPC2 unit. The Video cable is connected the VIDEO 1 connector (J3) on the JPC2 unit. NOTE: The VIDEO 1 connector (J3) corresponds to the J6 connector on the Junction Box. Video cable The Video cable is used to connect a video monitor directly to the JPC2 unit. The Video cable is connected to the VIDEO 2 connector (J11) on the JPC2 unit. NOTE: The VIDEO 2 connector (J11) corresponds to the J7 connector on the Junction Box. Ethernet cable The Ethernet cable is used to connect a LAN switch in an IP network to the JPC2 unit. The Ethernet cable is connected to the IP connector (J14) on the JPC2 unit. NOTE: The maximum cable distance between the JPC2 and the LAN switch is 100 m/ 328 ft. NOTE: The possibility to connect the system an IP network is an extra option. The IP connector (J14) is only available if the IP network option has been chosen.
Page 21: Junction Box
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System description 3.2.3 Junction Box The Junction Box is the central power and signal distribution hub for the system. Through this unit, power (+28VDC) is distributed to the main sub systems. Command, data and control signals are distributed to the appropriate sub systems for processing.
Page 22 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System description Junction Box connections, front side Callout Description Video cable The Video cable is connected to the J7 connector on the Junction Box and to an external video monitor. NOTE: The J7 connector corresponds to the VIDEO 2 connector (J11) on the JPC2 unit. Figure 3.4 Junction box connections, rear side Junction Box connections, rear side Callout Description System cable...
Page 23: Power Supply
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System description 3.2.4 Power Supply The Power Supply unit converts AC mains (85–264 VAC, 47–440 Hz) to +28 VDC, which is used by all sub systems. The Power Supply unit is either connected to the Junction Box or directly to the JPC2 unit. Figure 3.5 Power Supply connections Power Supply connections Callout...
Page 24: Power Box
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System description 3.2.5 Power Box The Power Box is the Junction Box and the Power Supply unit integrated in a 19” case. Figure 3.6 Power Box connections. Power Box connections Callout Description Host cable The Host cable is used when the system is controlled from an external computer. The Host cable is connected to the J8 connector on the Power Box. Video cable The Video cable is connected to the J7 connector on the Power Box and to an external video monitor.
Page 25 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System description Power Box connections Callout Description Video cable The Video cable is connected to the J6 connector on the Power Box and to an external video monitor. NOTE: The J6 connector corresponds to the VIDEO 2 connector (J11) on the JPC2 unit. AC Mains cable The AC Mains cable is connected to the power inlet on the Power Box and to the AC mains supply. The Power cable is shipped either with a European or a US standard AC power plug. NOTE: The three power outlets can be used to connect for instance the video monitors and other equipment. Publ. No. TM 614 006 699 Rev B – ENGLISH (EN) – Oct 30. 2008...
Page 26: Joystick Control Unit
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System description 3.2.6 Joystick Control Unit The Joystick Control Unit (JCU), with its joystick and keypad buttons, is used to control the system. The joystick provides continuously variable cross-coupled (X to Y axis) control of the system’s azimuth and elevation position.
Page 27: Remote Power Controller
JPC2 unit. With the IP network configuration, a standard PC running a security and surveillance application – such as the FLIR Nexus application – is used to control the Ranger HRC MS systems. The Joy- stick Control Unit can be used in both configurations.
Page 28: System Configurations
System Configurations The Ranger HRC MS is a modular system, which can be equipped with IR Camera, TV Camera, optional sensors and system components. IR cameras: Ranger HRCU Ranger HRCS TV cameras: LRTV URTV SRTV Sensors: Laser Range Finder (LRF) Digital Magnetic Compass (DMC) System components: JPC2 Pan/Tilt For detailed technical data of the cameras, sensors and system compo- nents, see section 15.1.
Page 29 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System Configurations Figure 4.2 Ranger HRC-U, UR-TV, LRF, DMC, GPS, JPC2 and Pan/Tilt. Figure 4.3 Ranger HRC-U, SR-TV, DMC, GPS, JPC2 and Pan/Tilt. Publ. No. TM 614 006 699 Rev B – ENGLISH (EN) – Oct 30. 2008...
Page 30 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System Configurations Figure 4.4 Ranger HRC-S, LR-TV, LRF, DMC, GPS, JPC2 and Pan/Tilt. Figure 4.5 Ranger HRC-S, UR-TV, LRF, DMC, GPS, JPC2 and Pan/Tilt. Publ. No. TM 614 006 699 Rev B – ENGLISH (EN) – Oct 30. 2008...
Page 31 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System Configurations Figure 4.6 Ranger HRC-S, SR-TV, DMC, GPS, JPC2 and Pan/Tilt. Publ. No. TM 614 006 699 Rev B – ENGLISH (EN) – Oct 30. 2008...
Page 32: Functions And Features
Ranger HRC MS system. 5.1 Operating modes The Ranger HRC MS system operates in six different operating modes; NORMAL, AUTOSCAN, PARK, LRF, MENU and PROG POSITION mode. Each mode is a combination of settings and functions designed to assist the operator in performing a particular task.
Page 33: Park Mode
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Functions and features the autoscan from the currently selected autoscan point (if the scan was previously stopped or if the operator has used the LEFT/RIGHT buttons to step through the different positions). When AUTOSCAN mode is ente- red from the menu system, autoscanning will start with the first autoscan point in the current autoscan list.
Page 34: Lrf Mode
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Functions and features 5.1.4 LRF mode When the system is in LRF mode, the Laser Range Finder (LRF) unit is active and can be used to measure the distance to a target. For instructions on how to measure distances with the LRF unit, see sec- tion 11.5.
Page 35: Ir Image Optimization
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Functions and features 5.2 IR image optimization The quality of the IR image depends on many factors, such as target tem- perature, ambient temperature, distance to target, etc. The IR Camera has a number of functions – automatic and manual – that are used to control the image quality.
Page 36 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Functions and features Figure 5.1 Adjust Area 1. Figure 5.3 Adjust Area 2. Figure 5.2 Adjust Area 3. Figure 5.4 Adjust Area 4. Figure 5.5 Adjust Area 5. Publ. No. TM 614 006 699 Rev B – ENGLISH (EN) – Oct 30. 2008...
Page 37: Adjustment Modes
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Functions and features 5.2.3 Adjustment modes There are four adjustment modes selectable via the IR Camera menu sys- tem; Auto Level, Auto Level-Span, DDE and Manual.  In Auto Level mode, level is automatically adjusted.  In Auto Level-Span mode, both level and span are automatically adjusted.
Page 38: Color Distribution
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Functions and features 5.2.5 Color Distribution There are two Color Distribution modes; Linear and Histogram.  In Linear mode, the colors are distributed linearly from the darkest to the brightest pixel in the image.  In Histogram mode, the colors are distributed based on the contents of the image.
Page 39: Dde Filter
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Functions and features Figure 5.6 DDE turned off. Figure 5.7 DDE turned on. 5.2.7 DDE filter The DDE filter enables control of details, separated from the control of the dynamic range of the background. The filter operates as a powerful noise filter at one end and as very strong detail enhancing filter at the other end.
Page 40 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Functions and features The DDE Control setting under normal conditions is a matter of personal taste. In low contrast scenes, for example in rainy and foggy weather, a low DDE Control value is recommended (0–20). In high contrast scenes, for example a sunny day in the desert, a high DDE Control value is recom- mended (60–100).
Page 41: Filter
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Functions and features Figure 5.11 DDE set to 100%. The filter functions as an extreme detail booster. 5.2.8 Filter Filter is a function that reduces the noise visible in the image in low cont- rast scenes. Low and high filtering is available Normally the Filter shall be set to Off.
Page 42: Zoom Interpolation
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Functions and features 5.2.10 Zoom interpolation Zoom interpolation is a function that has effect when the digital zoom is used. Interpolation is a mathematical process used to estimate values between known point observations. The camera software interpolates the resolu- tion by mathematically analyzing what would be the most plausible value of the closest neighbor of a pixel.
Page 43: Joystick Control Unit
Joystick Control Unit The Joystick Control Unit (JCU), with its joystick and keypad buttons, is used to control the Ranger HRC MS system. 6.1 Overview The main parts of the Joystick Control Unit are the joystick (with a rota- ting collar and a push button) and the keypad with push buttons. All but- tons are back-lit for operator convenience.
Page 44: Joystick And Keypad Buttons
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Joystick Control Unit Joystick Control Unit Callout Description INV button C button/CANCEL button Backlight control. Turn the control left/right to increase/decrease the backlight of the push buttons. NUC button Status indicator for communication between the Joystick Control Unit and the imaging unit. At start up, the indicator has a flashing light. During normal use, the light is steady. System heater indicator. If the system heaters are on, the indicator is lit. PRK button Navigation keypad FRZ button ENTER button 6.2 Joystick and keypad buttons...
Page 45 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Joystick Control Unit JCU joystick and keypad – NORMAL mode Feature ORIGINAL setting ALTERNATIVE setting Joystick Move the joystick to the left/right to pan the system left/right. Move the joystick forwards/backwards to tilt the system up/down. NOTE: The default tilt behavior (above) can be inverted in the Setup -Pan/Tilt dialog box, see section 7.6.1.3. Joystick collar Turn the joystick collar to the Turn the joystick collar to the left/right left/right to focus near/far.
Page 46 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Joystick Control Unit JCU joystick and keypad – NORMAL mode Feature ORIGINAL setting ALTERNATIVE setting Press the PRK button < 1 second to send the system to the home position. If the PRK button is pressed < 1 second again when the system is in home position, the lens cover of the IR Camera will be closed and PARK mode will be entered, see section 5.1.3. Press the PRK button > 1 second to send the system to the mechanical home position, close the lens cover of the IR Camera and enter PARK mode, see section 5.1.3. NOTE: At system start up, the PRK button has to be pressed for more than 3 seconds to activate the Pan/Tilt unit. When the adjustment mode is set to Press the button to zoom in. DDE (linear or full), see section 11.3.2: Press the button to zoom out. Press and hold down the button to increase the DDE value. Press and hold down the button to decrease the DDE value.
Page 47: Autoscan Mode
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Joystick Control Unit 6.2.2 AUTOSCAN mode The AUTOSCAN mode is entered by pressing the SCN button in NOR- MAL or PARK mode. (If no autoscan points have been defined, the system will stay in NORMAL or PARK mode when the SCN button is pressed.) JCU joystick and keypad –...
Page 48: Park Mode
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Joystick Control Unit JCU joystick and keypad – AUTOSCAN mode Feature Description Press the button to go to previous active autoscan point position and then enter NORMAL mode. Press the button to go to next active autoscan point position and then enter NORMAL mode. NOTE: This function of the buttons can be disabled in the Setup-Pan/Tilt dialog box, see section 7.6.1.3. Press the FRZ button to freeze/unfreeze the image. No function in AUTOSCAN mode. ENTER 6.2.3 PARK mode The PARK mode is entered by pressing the PRK button in NORMAL, AUTOSCAN or PROG POSITION mode.
Page 49: Lrf Mode
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Joystick Control Unit 6.2.4 LRF mode The LRF mode is entered by pressing the FCN + INV buttons simultan- eously in NORMAL mode. In LRF mode, most buttons are disabled. These are not included in the table below.
Page 50: Menu Mode
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Joystick Control Unit 6.2.5 MENU mode The MENU mode is entered by pressing the ENTER button in NORMAL or PARK mode. In MENU mode, certain keypad buttons are used to navigate in the Sys- tem Software menu system. The other buttons are disabled and are not included in the table below.
Page 51: Prog Position Mode
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Joystick Control Unit JCU joystick and keypad – MENU mode Feature Description Press the NUC button < 1 second to perform an Internal NUC. Press the NUC button > 1 second to perform a oneshot auto focus adjustment. Press the FCN + NUC buttons < 1 second to perform an External NUC against the lens cover. Press the FCN + NUC buttons > 1 second to go to the fixed focus position. Press the C + NUC buttons < 1 second to perform an External NUC against the scene. Press the C + NUC buttons > 1 second to perform a oneshot auto focus a djustment. NOTE: The default behavior (above) of the NUC, FCN + NUC and C + NUC but tons can be inverted in the Setup Image dialog box, see section 7.6.1.1. 6.2.6 PROG POSITION mode The PROG POSITION mode is entered by pressing the FCN button in AUTOSCAN mode.
Page 52 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Joystick Control Unit JCU joystick and keypad – PROG POSITION mode Feature Description Press the INV button to toggle between White hot and Black hot IR palette. Press the C button to quit programming and enter NORMAL mode. Press the NUC button < 1 second to perform an Internal NUC. Press the NUC button > 1 second to perform a oneshot auto focus adjustment. Press the FCN + NUC buttons < 1 second to perform an External NUC against the lens cover. Press the FCN + NUC buttons > 1 second to go to the fixed focus position. Press the C + NUC buttons < 1 second to perform an External NUC against the scene. Press the C + NUC buttons > 1 second to perform a oneshot auto focus adjustment. NOTE: The default behavior (above) of the NUC, FCN + NUC and C + NUC but tons can be inverted in the Setup Image dialog box, see section 7.6.1.1. Press the PRK button < 1 second to send the system to the home position. If the PRK button is pressed < 1 second again when the system is in home position, the lens cover of the IR Camera will be closed and PARK mode will be entered, see section 5.1.3.
Page 53: System Software
System software The System Software is used to control the Ranger HRC MS system. The System Software menus give access to the system features and make it possible to enter or change system constants and values. The software also provides the operator with information about the system.
Page 54 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software System information Callout Description The Autoscan point number indicator (1 through 32) shows the locations of any c urrently set autoscan points. The FOV brackets indicator shows the image area that will be covered by the next field- ofview (FOV). When the next FOV is the widest FOV, no FOV brackets are shown. The Crosshair reticle indicator shows the center of the current field-of-view. When autoscan points are being set, the Crosshair reticle shows the location of the point to be entered.
Page 55: Status Text
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software 7.1.1 Status text A status text is displayed when the function it represents is trigged. The status text is displayed in the upper left corner of the monitor, except for “Parked” and “Press PRK > 3 sec”, which are displayed in the center of the monitor.
Page 56: Menu System
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software 7.2 Menu system The System Software menu system gives access to the system features. The menu system is displayed when the system is in MENU mode. The MENU mode is entered by pressing the ENTER button on the Joystick Control Unit (JCU).
Page 57: Example
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software  The ENTER button is used to activate selected features and to con- firm actions.  The CANCEL button is used to exit without changing. The functions of the keypad buttons in MENU mode are described more in detail in section 6.2.5.
Page 58: Main Menu
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software 7.3 Main menu The menu bar gives access to the Main menu of the System Software. The options and features of some of the menus are somewhat different, depending on if IR or TV is selected. Figure 7.4 Main menu.
Page 59: Pan/Tilt Menu When Ir Is Selected
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software 7.4.1 Pan/Tilt menu when IR is selected Figure 7.5 Pan/Tilt menu when IR is selected. Pan/Tilt menu when IR is selected Feature Description Start autoscan The Start autoscan feature is used to enter the system into AUTOSCAN mode. Go to next The Go to next feature is used to move the system as fast as possible to the next point in the currently active scan routine. Go to previous The Go to previous feature is used to move the system as fast as possible to the previous point in the currently active scan routine.
Page 60: Go To Position
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software Go to position 7.4.1.1 The Go to position dialog box is used to move the system to the position of the selected autoscan point (1 to 32). It is possible to select also autoscan points that are defined as inactive in the Route sequence dialog box, see section 7.4.1.3.
Page 61 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software 7.4.1.2.1 New pos # The New pos # dialog box is used to define the Speed and Dwell settings of new autoscan points. The New pos # dialog box is opened as a part of the procedures Creating autoscan lists and Appending autoscan points, see section 11.4.2.4.
Page 62 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software 7.4.1.2.2 Edit pos # The Edit pos # dialog box is used to edit autoscan point settings. The Edit pos # dialog box is opened as a part of the procedures Editing auto scan points settings and Moving autoscan points, see section 11.4.2.5.
Page 63: Route Sequence
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software 7.4.1.3 Route sequence The Route sequence dialog box is used to define the sequence in which the autoscan points in the currently loaded autoscan list shall be scanned. The Route sequence dialog box is also used to inactivate autoscan points; that is, to exclude the point from the currently loaded autoscan list.
Page 64 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software Figure 7.11 Store/recall position list dialog box. Store/recall position list dialog box Feature Description Action The Action feature is used to select which action to apply to the selected List no. The procedures for storing, recalling and deleting autoscan lists are described in section 11.4.2.7. • Store: Stores the currently loaded autoscan list, with the list name dis played in the List no item. • Recall: Recalls and loads the autoscan list with the list name displayed in the List no item. • Delete: Deletes the autoscan list with the list name displayed in the List no item. List no The List no feature shows the currently selected list name (A, B, C or D) and the list status.
Page 65: Pan/Tilt Menu When Tv Is Selected
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software 7.4.2 Pan/Tilt menu when TV is selected Figure 7.12 Pan/Tilt menu when TV is selected. Pan/tilt menu when TV is selected Feature Description Start autoscan The Start autoscan feature is used to enter the system into AUTOSCAN mode. Go to next The Go to next feature is used to move the system as fast as possible to the next point in the currently active scan routine. Go to previous The Go to previous feature is used to move the system as fast as possible to the previous point in the currently active scan routine.
Page 66: Image Menu
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software 7.5 Image menu The Image menu is used to manage the appearance of the image on the monitor. The Image menu options and features are somewhat different, depending on if IR or TV is selected. 7.5.1 Image menu when IR is selected Figure 7.13 Image menu when IR is selected.
Page 67 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software Image menu when IR is selected Feature Description Declutter The Declutter feature is used to temporarily remove the system information from the monitor. When the ENTER button is pressed, the system informa tion is shown again. Invert palette The Invert palette feature is used to invert the current IR palette: • Gray (white hot) to Inv Gray (black hot) or vice versa. • Rainbow to Inv Rainbow or vice versa. • Rainbow HC to Inv Rainbow HC or vice versa. • Iron to Inv Iron or vice versa. NOTE: The IR palette can also be inverted in the Setup menu, see section 7.6.1.1.
Page 68: Man. Level/Span
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software Slave mode on/off The Slave mode on/off feature is used to activate/deactivate Slave mode. When Slave mode is active, changes in field-of-view will apply to both the IR and TV camera. Defrost The Defrost feature is used to activate the lens defroster. When Defrost is selected, the lens defroster is turned on for 10 minutes. The defroster is automatically turned off after 10 minutes or when the joystick is moved. The Defrost feature is only enabled at freezing ambient temperature. Power on/off The Power on/off feature is used to turn on/off the IR camera. When the IR camera is turned off, a colored image is displayed on the moni tor and all features in the Image menu, except Power on, are disabled. 7.5.1.1 Man.
Page 69: Image Menu When Tv Is Selected
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software 7.5.2 Image menu when TV is selected Figure 7.15 Image menu when TV is selected. NOTE: For features with on/off alternatives, the displayed feature (for example Power off) is the action that will be performed if the feature is selected, and not the current status. For example, Power off means that the power is currently On and that it will be turned Off if the feature is selected. Image menu when TV is selected Feature Description Declutter The Declutter feature is used to temporarily remove the system information from the monitor. When the ENTER button is pressed, the system informa tion is shown again. Auto focus The Auto focus feature is used to execute a oneshot auto focus adjustment. (Continuous auto focus is not provided, because of the risk for mechanical wear.) NOTE: The Auto focus feature is not supported by all TV cameras.
Page 70: Setup Menu
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software Freeze/Live The Freeze/Live feature is used to change the monitor from live to frozen image or vice versa. When the image is frozen, the text Frozen is displayed on the monitor. Back light on/off The Back light on/off feature turns on/off the backlight compensation. If an object appears in front of a very light background – or if the object is very dark – the backlight will increase the image quality. Power on/off The Power on/off feature is used to turn on/off the TV camera. When the TV camera is turned off, a colored image is displayed on the monitor and all features in the Image menu, except Power on, are disabled. Slave mode on/off The Slave mode on/off feature is used to activate/deactivate Slave mode. When Slave mode is active, changes in field-of-view will apply to both the IR and TV camera.
Page 71: Setup - Image
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software Setup menu when IR is selected Feature Description Image… The Image…feature opens the Setup – Image dialog box, see section 7.6.1.1. Symbology… The Symbology…feature opens the Setup – Symbology dialog box, see section 7.6.1.2. Pan/tilt… The Pan/tilt…feature opens the Setup – Pan/tilt dialog box, see section 7.6.1.3. IR menu The IR menu feature is used to open the menu system of the IR Camera, see chapter 8. To exit the IR Camera menu system, press the CANCEL button. If not in use for a while, the IR Camera menu system is automatically exited. Local adapt… The Local adapt…feature opens the Setup – Local adapt dialog box, see section 7.6.1.4.
Page 72 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software Setup – Image dialog box Feature Description Color scale The Color scale feature is used to select IR palette: • Gray • Gray inv (inverted) • Rainbow • Rainbow inv (inverted) • Iron • Iron inv (inverted) • Rainbow HC • Rainbow HC inv (inverted) Level/Span The Level/Span feature is used to select adjustment mode.
Page 73 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software Setup – Image dialog box Feature Description Nuc button • AF/NUC: Press button NUC < 1 second to perform a onshot auto focus adjust ment Press button NUC > 1 second, to perform an Internal NUC and Press buttons FCN + NUC < 1 second to go to the fixed focus position. Press buttons FCN + NUC > 1 second to perform an External NUC. and Press the C + NUC buttons < 1 second to perform a oneshot auto focus adjustment. Press the C + NUC buttons > 1 second to perform an External NUC against the scene.
Page 74: Setup -Symbology
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software 7.6.1.2 Setup –Symbology The Setup – Symbology dialog box is used to define how the overlaid symbology (system information indicators) is displayed on the monitor. The Setup – Symbology dialog box is the same for IR and TV, except for the FOV brackets and Scan points features which are not available when TV is selected.
Page 75 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software Setup – Symbology dialog box Feature Description Status background The Status background feature is used to control the appearance of the background of the status text, which is displayed in the upper left corner when the functions they represent are trigged. • Solid: Puts a solid background behind the additional system information, which makes them more visible. • Transparent: No background behind the additional system information. Pos indicator The Pos indicator feature is used to control the appearance of the analog azimuth and elevation indicators. • On: The analog azimuth and elevation indicators are always shown. • Off: The analog azimuth and elevation indicators are always hidden. • When changed: The analog azimuth and elevation indicators are only shown when the position of the system is changed. Focus indicator The Focus indicator feature is used to control the appearance of the focus position indicator.
Page 76 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software 7.6.1.2.1 Setup – GUI Size dialog box The Setup – GUI size dialog box is used to select GUI size. The crosshair reticle, the FOV brackets and the autoscan point indicators are not affected by the change of GUI size. Figure 7.20 Setup –...
Page 77: Setup - Pan/Tilt
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software 7.6.1.3 Setup – Pan/tilt The Setup – Pan/tilt dialog box is used to define settings and control func- tions of the Pan/Tilt unit. The Setup – Pan/tilt dialog box is the same for IR and TV. Figure 7.21 Setup –...
Page 78 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software Setup – Pan/tilt dialog box Feature Description Joystick polarity The Joystick polarity feature is used to select the operational mode of the joystick. • Normal: When the operator moves the joystick towards himself, the Pan/Tilt unit will move downwards. • Pilot: When the operator moves the joystick away from himself, the Pan/Tilt unit will move downwards. P/T-Speed relative The P/T-Speed relative zoom feature is used to control the speed of the zoom Pan/Tilt unit in relation to the current field-of-view. • On: The panning and tilting speeds are lower for narrower fields-of-view. • Off: The panning and tilting speeds are the same for all fields-of-view.
Page 79: Setup - Local Adapt
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software 7.6.1.4 Setup – Local adapt The Setup – Local adapt dialog box is used to select language and the date and time formats. The Setup – Local adapt dialog box is the same for IR and TV. Figure 7.22 Setup –...
Page 80: Setup - Date & Time
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software 7.6.1.5 Setup – Date & time The Setup – Date & time dialog box is used to set the system date and time. The Setup – Date & time dialog box is the same for IR and TV. Figure 7.23 Setup –...
Page 81: Setup - Maintenance
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software 7.6.1.6 Setup – Maintenance The Setup – Maintenance dialog box is used to define system constants. The Setup – Maintenance dialog box is the same for IR and TV. Figure 7.24 Setup – Maintenance dialog box. If a password other than the default system value 0000 has been set, the Enter password dialog box will appear before the Setup –...
Page 82 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software Setup – Maintenance dialog box Feature Description Baudrate The Baudrate feature is used to set the communication speed. • 1200 bps • 2400 bps • 4800 bps • 9600 bps • 19200 bps The new Baudrate value will take effect immediately. NOTE: If the Baudrate is changed, it will take a few button presses or joystick movements before the JCU is in sync again. Device ID The Device ID feature is used to set the device ID: • 01-31 NOTE: If the 5x0 protocol (see the Protocol feature below) is selected, the Device ID feature is disabled.
Page 83 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software Setup – Maintenance dialog box Feature Description IR/TV video swap The IR/TV video swap feature is used to control the video signal. • Yes: The active video signal is swapped between the two video outputs on the JPC2 when the operator toggles between IR and TV. If two moni tors are used, the TV and IR images will move between the monitors. • No: Only the indicator for active channel will move between the monitors. Default settings The Default setting feature is used to reset parameters, except for example lists of autoscan points, Baudrate and Protocol, to factory settings. • Yes: The default settings are reset. • No: No action. Detect devices The Detect devices feature is used to check for system changes and make required adjustments. • Yes: Opens the Detect devices dialog box, see section 7.6.1.6.4.
Page 84 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software 7.6.1.6.1 Enter password The Enter password dialog box appears before the Setup – Maintenance dialog box is opened, if a password other than the default system value 0000 has been set. Figure 7.25 Enter password dialog box. Enter password dialog box Feature Description...
Page 85 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software 7.6.1.6.2 New password The New password dialog box is used to set a password. Figure 5.27 New password dialog box. 7.6.1.6.3 Change password The Change password dialog box is used to change an existing pass- word.
Page 86: System Information
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software 7.6.1.7 System information The System information dialog box displays information about the system. The System information dialog box is the same for IR and TV. Figure 7.30 System information dialog box. System information dialog box Feature Description Video mode...
Page 87: Setup Menu When Tv Is Selected
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software 7.6.2 Setup menu when TV is selected Figure 7.31 Setup menu when TV is selected. Setup menu when TV is selected Feature Description Image… The Image…feature opens the Setup – Image dialog box, see section 7.6.2.1. Symbology… The Symbology…feature opens the Setup – Symbology dialog box, see section 7.6.2.2. Pan/tilt… The Pan/tilt…feature opens the Setup – Pan/tilt dialog box, see section 7.6.1.3. Local adapt… The Local adapt…feature opens the Setup – Local adapt dialog box, see section 7.6.1.4.
Page 88: Setup - Image
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software 7.6.2.1 Setup – Image The Setup – Image dialog box is used to control the appearance of the TV image. NOTE: The features in the Setup – Dialog box are not supported by all TV cameras. Figure 7.32 Setup – Image dialog box when TV is selected. Setup –...
Page 89: Gps Menu
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software 7.7 GPS menu The GPS menu is used to control the GPS (Global Positioning System) unit. Figure 7.33 GPS menu. NOTE: For features with on/off alternatives, the displayed feature (for example Power off) is the action that will be performed if the feature is selected, and not the current status. For example, Power off means that the power is currently On and that it will be turned Off if the feature is selected. GPS menu Feature Description Power on/off The Power on/off feature is used to turn the GPS unit on/off. Publ.
Page 90: Lrf Menu
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software 7.8 LRF menu The LRF menu is used to control the LRF (Laser Range Finder) unit. The procedures for measuring distances with the LRF unit is described in section 11.5. Figure 7.34 LRF menu. NOTE: For features with on/off alternatives, the displayed feature (for example Power off) is the action that will be performed if the feature is selected, and not the current status.
Page 91: Dmc Menu
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software 7.9 DMC menu The DMC menu is used to control the DMC (Digital Magnetic Compass) unit. Figure 7.35 DMC menu. NOTE: For features with on/off alternatives, the displayed feature (for example Power off) is the action that will be performed if the feature is selected, and not the current status. For example, Power off means that the power is currently On and that it will be turned Off if the feature is selected. LRF menu Feature Description Calibrate… The Calibrate feature opens the DMC Calibration mode dialog box, see section 7.9.1.
Page 92 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System software NOTE: The IR Camera shall be turned off before the DMC calibration starts, since it may interfere with the magnetic measurements. Figure 7.36 DMC Calibration mode dialog box. DMC Calibration mode dialog box Feature Description Magnetic north The Magnetic north reading item displays the magnetic north reading repor reading ted by the DMC unit. True north The True north correction feature is used to enter a known deviation correction between magnetic north and true north. A negative number corrects towards west and a positive number towards east.
Page 93: Ir Camera Software
IR Camera software The IR Camera software is used to control the IR Camera directly. The IR Camera menu system gives access to all the functions that are used to control the IR image quality. The software also provides the operator with information about the IR Camera.
Page 94 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – IR Camera software IR Camera information Callout Description Top line status indicator: OFF, LO or HI (current noise filter) Top line status indicator: FOV xx.x (current field of view angle) Top line status indicator: X2, X4 or X1 (zoom indicator; ‘X1’ will not be displayed) Top line status indicator: • AUTO = automatic adjustment mode • AUTO* = contrast (span) and/or brightness (level) adjusted with an offset of ± 50 % • AUTO L = automatic level adjustment mode • AUTO L* = brightness (level) adjusted with an offset of ± 50 % • MANUAL = manual adjustment mode...
Page 95: Ir Camera Menu System
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – IR Camera software 8.2 IR Camera menu system The IR Camera menu system gives access to the features of the IR Cam- era. The IR Camera menu system is opened from the System Software, with the IR menu feature in the Setup menu. When the IR menu feature is selected, a menu bar with the currently selected IR Camera menu and feature highlighted is displayed.
Page 96: Main Menu Bar
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – IR Camera software 8.3 Main menu bar Figure 8.1 Main menu bar. NOTE: Setup and Tools have no arrow, which means that you can not access these sub menus without entering an access code. 8.3.1 Image menu Figure 8.2 Image menu. Menu choice Possible choices Explanation Zoom in – The camera has four fixed zoom positions. Press the ENTER button on Zoom in or Zoom Zoom out out, to select the nearest fixed zoom position.
Page 97 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – IR Camera software Menu choice Possible choices Explanation Zoom… – Press the ENTER button to display the Zoom dialog box. • To change the zoom position, select the top button and then press the navigation pad left/right. • To change the zoom speed (0100) select Speed and use the navigation pad to adjust the speed value. Select the Digital Zoom button and press the ENTER to show the Digital Zoom dialog box. • To change the digital zoom factor (1x, 2x, or 4x), select the top button and then press the navigation pad left/right. • To move the image area that will be covered select Pan X or Pan Y and use the navigation pad to move the area. Publ. No. TM 614 006 699 Rev B – ENGLISH (EN) – Oct 30. 2008...
Page 98 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – IR Camera software Menu choice Possible choices Explanation Focus… – Press the ENTER button to display the Focus dialog box. • To change the focus, select the top but ton and then press the navigation pad left/right • To autofocus the camera, select the Auto button and press the navigation pad left/right • To set the camera to the fixed focus position, select the Fix button and press the navigation pad left/right • To leave the dialog box, press ENTER – Press the ENTER button to make the camera perform a NUC, i.e. a nonuniformity correc...
Page 99 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – IR Camera software Menu choice Possible choices Explanation Freeze – Press the ENTER button to freeze the image. When the image is frozen, this menu item will be displayed as Live. Manual adjust – To switch between manual adjustment and automatic adjustment of the image, press Automatic adjust ENTER. The current adjustment mode will be dis played in the top line status indicator. Adjust image... – Select Adjust image and press ENTER to display the Adjust image dialog box. In this dialog box you can change level and span, or the corresponding brightness and contrast. The appearance of this dialog box depends on the settings for Adjust mode and Color distribution in the Image Setup dialog box.
Page 100: Things To Consider
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – IR Camera software Menu choice Possible choices Explanation Adjust image... If Level and Histogram or Linear are (continue) selected in the Image setup dialog box, you can change span and brightness by using the navigation pad.You can also carry out an one shot autoadjust maneuver. Palette... • Rainbow Use the navigation pad to select different IR palettes. • Rainbow HC Press the ENTER button to confirm. • Gray (white hot) • Iron Invert Palette –...
Page 101: File Menu
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – IR Camera software 8.3.2 File menu Figure 8.3 File menu. Menu choice Possible choices Explanation Save – Press the ENTER button to save the current image to the camera’s internal file system. Open – Press the ENTER button to open an image from a file list in the camera’s internal file system Directories –...
Page 102: Image
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – IR Camera software 8.3.3.1 Image Figure 8.5 Image Setup dialog box. Menu choice Possible choices Explanation Adjust mode • Manual Press the navigation pad left/right to select the image adjustment mode. • Level DDE= Digital Detail Enhancement. This image • Level-Span processing option is primarily used to enhance the visibility of details in difficult scene condi •...
Page 103 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – IR Camera software Menu choice Possible choices Explanation Filter • Low Use the navigation pad to select the filter type – Low, High or Off (no filter). • High Press the ENTER button to confirm. •...
Page 104: Graphical User Interface (Gui)
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – IR Camera software Menu choice Possible choices Explanation Adjust area • A1 Press the ENTER button and use the navigation pad to select what area the camera should use • A2 when adjusting the image with regards to level and span. • A3 • A4 • A5 Focus area • A1 Press the ENTER button and use the navigation pad to select what area the camera should use • A2 when focusing. • A3 8.3.3.2 Graphical User Interface (GUI) Figure 8.6 GUI Setup dialog box.
Page 105 • Off Press the ENTER button to confirm. Temp range • On Use the navigation pad to display or hide the bottom status line. • Off Press the ENTER button to confirm. FLIR logo • On Use the navigation pad to display or hide the bottom status line. • Off Press the ENTER button to confirm. Calib cross • On Use the navigation pad to display or hide a calibration crosshair in the image.
Page 106: Image Save
JPEG: Joint Photographic Experts Group – A compression algorithm named after the commit tee that defined it. Use this file format when no, or a thirdparty software, will be used for image postprocessing. FFF: FLIR File Format – FLIR Systems’ propriety file format. Use this file format when FLIR Systems’ software will be used for image post processing. Press the ENTER button to confirm. Overlay • On...
Page 107 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – IR Camera software Menu choice Possible choices Explanation Year 1970 thru 2036 Change the year by pressing the navigation pad left/right. Press the ENTER button to confirm. Month 1 thru 12 Change the month by pressing the navigation pad left/right. Press the ENTER button to confirm. 1 thru 31 Day Change the day by pressing the navigation pad left/right. Press the ENTER button to confirm. Hour 1 thru 24 Hour Change the hour by pressing the navigation pad...
Page 108: Local Settings
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – IR Camera software 8.3.3.5 Local settings Figure 8.9 Local settings dialog box. Menu choice Possible choices Explanation Language English + custom choices Use the navigation pad to select the langu age. Press the ENTER button to confirm. NOTE: The change will take effect and the graphical user interface will be restarted when pressing the ENTER button. Temp unit • °C Use the navigation pad to select degrees Celsius or degrees Fahrenheit.
Page 109: System
• Sentry Press the ENTER button to confirm. For more information on using the Sentry JCU, contact FLIR Systems. 8.3.3.7 Network Figure 8.11 Network Setup dialog box. This dialog box specifies the IP Address, Net Mask and Gateway and affects how the camera works in a network.
Page 110: Real Time Protocol (Rtp)
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – IR Camera software 8.3.3.8 Real Time Protocol (RTP) Figure 8.12 RTP Setup dialog box. RTP stands for Real Time Protocol. It is a streaming protocol where data is broken up into a number of smaller packages, appropriately sized with regard to the current bandwidth between the server (in this case the RTP server inside the infrared camera) and the client (a computer in a net- work).
Page 111: Access Code
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – IR Camera software 8.3.3.10 Access code Figure 8.13 Access code dialog box. This dialog box specifies the access code. To enter a new access code, use the navigation pad to change the values and press the ENTER button to confirm the new code.
Page 112: Defroster On / Defroster Off
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – IR Camera software 8.3.4.1 Defroster On / Defroster Off By selecting Defroster On, the defroster (front lens heater) is activated. When defroster is active the menu selection will be Defroster Off. To turn off the defroster select Defroster Off. 8.3.4.2 Ext Shutter On / Ext Shutter Off By selecting Ext Shutter On, the external shutter is moved to cover the...
Page 113: Bit Result
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – IR Camera software 8.3.4.5 BIT result Figure 8.16 BIT result log. When you select BIT Start, the camera performs a number of built-in tests. This log file displays the results of those tests. 8.3.4.6 BIT start Figure 8.17 Start BIT dialog box.
Page 114: Test Image
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – IR Camera software 8.3.4.7 Test image To display an image test pattern, select Test image and press the ENTER button. You can use this image test pattern to calibrate your video moni- tor or computer screen. Depending on the settings in the System Setup dialog box, this image test pattern will be displayed as a grayscale image or a color image.
Page 115: Hardware Installation
Hardware installation This chapter describes the installation of the Ranger HRC MS system. 9.1 Mechanical installation The top housing (optionally with LRF, GPS and/or DMC units) is moun- ted on the Pan/Tilt unit when the system is delivered. NOTE: Do not over torque when tightening screws (max 10 Nm). 9.1.1 JPC2 Ranger HRC MS is a high performance surveillance system, including a very small field-of-view optical device.
Page 116: Ir And Tv Camera
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Hardware installation Mounting the Pan/Tilt unit Step Action Position the Pan/Tilt unit on the JPC2 unit. NOTE: The connector at the bottom of the Pan/Tilt must be on the same side as the connectors on the JPC2 unit. Tighten the four M8 x 20 screws, Figure 9.1, item (1). 9.1.3 IR and TV Camera The Pan/Tilt unit is equipped with a left and a right mounting plate, whe- re the IR and TV cameras are mounted. Seen from the front side, the IR Camera shall be mounted on the left mounting plate;...
Page 117 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Hardware installation Figure 9.3 Holes to use when mounting the cameras The TV cameras and the Ranger HRC-U camera is mounted with M6 x 20 screws. The Ranger HRC-S camera is mounted with UNC ¼ x ¾ screws. Mounting the cameras Step Action...
Page 118: Cable Connections
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Hardware installation 9.2 Cable connections Always ensure that the system is disconnected from the AC power before connecting or disconnecting any cables. The connectors shall be sealed with protective caps when not in use. For connections with bayonet sockets, the connector shall be fastened un- til it is locked (a click sound is heard).
Page 119: Pan/Tilt Unit
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Hardware installation 9.2.1 Pan/Tilt unit The IR and TV cameras and the LRF, DMC and GPS units shall be con- nected to the Pan/Tilt unit. The Pan/Tilt unit shall be connected to the JPC2 unit. Figure 9.5 Camera and sensor connections Pan/Tilt connections Callout Denomination...
Page 120: System Components
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Hardware installation 9.2.2 System components The Ranger HRC MS system can be configured for stand-alone opera- tion or for operation in an IP network with multiple systems. Cable con- nections for three typical stand-alone configurations are described in the sections below.
Page 121: Jpc2 Configuration
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Hardware installation 9.2.2.1 JPC2 configuration With this configuration, the JCU and monitors are connected directly to the JPC2 unit. The system is powered from the Power Supply unit. Figure 9.6 JPC2 configuration. JPC2 configuration Callout Denomination Part number Connections...
Page 122: Junction Box Configuration
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Hardware installation 9.2.2.2 Junction Box configuration With this configuration, the Junction Box is used for connections of the JCU, Power Supply unit and monitors. The system is controlled and powered via the System Cable, connected to the JPC2 unit. Figure 9.7 Junction Box configuration.
Page 123 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Hardware installation Junction Box configuration Callout Denomination Part number Connections AC Mains cable From AC mains supply to Power Supply. Power cable 194 628 From J4 connector on Junction Box to Power Supply. Video cable 908 929 From J6 connector on Junction Box to monitor. NOTE: If only one monitor is used, it shall be connected to the J6 connector. Video cable 908 929 From J7 connector on Junction Box to monitor. JCU cable 194 612 From J9 connector on Junction Box to J10 connector on JCU. System cable 1 196 215 From J5 connector on Junction Box to JCU connector (J1) on JPC2. 614 006 015 Host cable 614 005 140...
Page 124: Power Box Configuration
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Hardware installation 9.2.2.3 Power Box configuration With this configuration, the Power Box is used for connections of the JCU and monitors. The system is controlled and powered via the single Sys- tem Cable, connected to the JPC2 unit. The Power Box has integrated power supply functionality.
Page 125 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Hardware installation Power Box configuration Callout Denomination Part number Connections AC Mains cable From AC mains supply to power inlet on Power Box. Video cable 908 929 From J7 connector on Power Box to monitor. NOTE: If only one monitor is used, it shall be con nected to the J7 connector. Video cable 908 929 From J6 connector on Power Box to monitor. JCU cable 194 612 From J9 connector on Power Box to J10 connector on JCU. System cable 1 196 215 From J5 connector on Power Box to JCU connector (J1) on JPC2. 614 006 015 Host cable 614 005 140 From J8 connector on Power Box to external computer.
Page 126: Alignment
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Hardware installation 9.3 Alignment Alignment of the Ranger HRC MS system is performed by FLIR before delivery of the system. There is no need to change the alignment during normal operation or after normal disassembling and remounting of the system.
Page 127: Alignment With Camera As Reference
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Hardware installation 9.3.2 Alignment with camera as reference If the TV camera has been replaced, the IR camera is used as reference and vice versa. If both cameras have been replaced and the system is not equipped with an LRF unit, either the IR camera or the TV camera is used as reference.
Page 128: Alignment With Lrf Unit As Reference
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Hardware installation 9.3.3 Alignment with LRF unit as reference If the LRF unit or both cameras have been replaced, the LRF unit is used as reference. A distant alignment object with sharp horizontal and vertical edges is re- quired.
Page 129 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Hardware installation Alignment with LRF unit as reference Step Action Press the TV/IR button to select the camera that has the best visibility for the present conditions. Use the joystick to direct the system towards the alignment object. Use the optical zoom and zoom in maximally, see section 11.2. (Do not use the digital zoom.) Use the joystick to direct the system outside the alignment object. Use the LRF unit to measure the distance to the object, see section 11.5. By estimating the distance to the object and comparing with the LRF result, it should be possible to determine if it was a hit or a miss. If it was a hit, move the system a little bit more away from the object. Return to step 5. If it was a miss, move the system a little bit towards the vertical edge of the object and measure the distance again. Repeat until a hit is registered. The edge of the laser lobe should now be at the vertical edge of the alignment object and in best case the crosshair reticle is in the middle of the laser lobe, as shown in the right part of Figure 9.9. Use the joystick to direct the system to the other side of the alignment object, see figure 9.10.
Page 130 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Hardware installation Alignment with LRF unit as reference Step Action If the elevation alignment is not correct, as in Figure 9.12, adjust the position of the camera according to the elevation adjustment procedure in section 9.3.4.2. Repeated distance measurements and elevation adjustments may be needed before the elevation alignment is correct.
Page 131: 9.3.4 Camera Adjustments
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Hardware installation 9.3.4 Camera adjustments 9.3.4.1 Azimuth adjustment Figure 9.13 Azimuth adjustment screws Azimuth adjustment Step Action Loosen the four screws that are marked with rings in Figure 9.13 a bit. Adjust the camera position with the azimuth adjustment screw, which is marked with an arrow in Figure 9.13. Loosen the screw to turn the camera towards the center of the system, and tighten the screw to turn the camera away from the center. When the position of the camera is correct, crosstighten the four screws that are marked with rings in Figure 9.13. (Do not tighten the azimuth adjustment screw.) Publ. No. TM 614 006 699 Rev B – ENGLISH (EN) – Oct 30. 2008...
Page 132: Elevation Adjustment
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Hardware installation 9.3.4.2 Elevation adjustment Figure 9.14 Hexagon head bolt Figure 9.15 Hexagon head bolt Publ. No. TM 614 006 699 Rev B – ENGLISH (EN) – Oct 30. 2008...
Page 133 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Hardware installation Figure 9.16 Elevation adjustment screws Elevation adjustment Step Action Loosen the two hexagon head bolts a bit, see Figure 9.14 and Figure 9.15. Raise the IR Camera by loosening the rear elevation adjustment screw and tighten the front screw, see Figure 9.16. Lower the IR Camera by loosening the front elevation adjustment screw and tighten the rear elevation adjustment screw. Raise the TV Camera by loosening the front elevation adjustment screw and tighten the rear screw, see Figure 9.16. Lower the TV Camera by loosening the rear elevation adjustment screw and tighten the front elevation adjustment screw. When the position of the camera is correct, tighten the two hexagon head bolts, see Figure 9.14 and Figure 9.15. Tighten the two elevation adjustment screws, see Figure 9.16. Publ.
Page 134: Basic Settings
Basic settings This chapter provides instructions for basic settings in the System Soft- ware. For detailed information about all system settings, see chapter 7. 10.1 Video signal setting The IR/TV video swap feature is used to control the video signal. The recommended IR/TV video swap setting depends on the number of con- nected video monitors.
Page 135: Ir/Tv Video Swap Setting
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Basic settings 10.1.3 IR/TV video swap setting IR/TV video swap setting Step Action Press the ENTER button to enter MENU mode. Select Maintenance …from the Setup menu and press the ENTER button. The Setup – Maintenance dialog box is displayed. Select IR/TV video swap. If one video monitor is connected, use the LEFT/RIGHT navigation buttons to select Yes. If two video monitors are connected, use the LEFT/RIGHT navigation buttons to select Press the ENTER button to confirm and to exit MENU mode. 10.2 Joystick Control Unit settings The functionality of the Joystick Control Unit (JCU) depends to some ex- tent on settings in the System Software.
Page 136: Nuc Button
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Basic settings 10.2.2 NUC button The NUC button has two operational modes:  NUC/AF (this is the default setting): Press button NUC < 1 second to perform an Internal NUC. Press button NUC > 1 second to perform a one-shot auto focus adjustment.
Page 137: Joystick Polarity
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Basic settings NUC button setting Step Action Select Nuc button. Use the LEFT/RIGHT navigation buttons to select the desired NUC button setting; NUC/AF or AF/NUC. Press the ENTER button to confirm and to exit MENU mode. 10.2.3 Joystick polarity The joystick has two operational modes:  Normal: When the operator moves the joystick towards himself, the Pan/Tilt unit will move downwards.
Page 138: Autoscan Point Selection
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Basic settings 10.2.4 Autoscan point selection The Left/Right scanpoint selection feature is used to control the function of the buttons:  On: The buttons are used to move the system to the pre- vious/next autoscan point. This is the default setting.  Off: The buttons can not be used to move the system to the previous/next autoscan point.
Page 139: Home Position
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Basic settings 10.3 Home position There are two positions to park the system at, the home position and the mechanical home position. The home position is defined by a DMC calibration or by manual set- ting. The DMC calibration is used to set the home position to true north. Manual setting is used to set the home position to a specific target, for example a gateway or an entrance door.
Page 140 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Basic settings Preparations Step Action Ensure that the system is placed away from any magnetic interference, to ensure cor rect readings from the DMC unit. Ensure that IR is selected. If not, press the TV/IR button to select IR. Press the ENTER button to enter MENU mode. Select Power off … from the Image menu and press the ENTER button to turn off the IR Camera. Setting home position to true north Step Action Press the ENTER button to enter MENU mode. Select Calibrate … from the DMC menu and press the ENTER button. The DMC Cali- bration mode dialog box is displayed. Select True north correction and use the LEFT/RIGHT buttons to enter the magnetic declination value. A negative number corrects toward west and a positive number towards east. NOTE: Hold down the LEFT/RIGHT button for a while to decrease/increase the Azimuth value with larger increments.
Page 141: Manual Setting
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Basic settings If the calibration is repeatedly unsuccessful, it may be necessary to find a new geographical position of the system. If the geographical location cannot be changed and/or the source of deviation is not possible to locate or minimize, a manual calibration method may have to be used.
Page 142: Miscellaneous Settings
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Basic settings 10.4 Miscellaneous settings 10.4.1 Preset focus distance The preset focus distance is the position to which the system is set when the Focus to fixed position feature is performed, see section 11.2. Setting Preset focus distance Step Description Press the ENTER button to enter MENU mode.
Page 143: Save Settings
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Basic settings Setting Slave mode On/Off Step Description Press the ENTER button to enter MENU mode. Select Slave mode On from the Image menu and press the ENTER button to activate Slave mode. Select Slave mode Off from the Image menu and press the ENTER button to deactivate Slave mode. 10.5 Save settings When a setting is changed, it will apply as soon as the ENTER button is pressed to confirm the change.
Page 144: System Operation
System operation This chapter describes the procedures for normal system operation. There are two different settings for the JCU – Original and Alternative – with somewhat different functions for the joystick and the keypad but- tons. The setting is made in the Setup – Maintenance dialog box, see sec- tion 7.6.1.6.
Page 145: Turning Off The System
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System operation Figure 11.1 Test pattern. 11.1.2 Turning off the system Turning off the system Step Action Press the PRK button > 1 second to send the system to the mechanical home position. The system settings will automatically be saved. NOTE: Do not turn off the system while “Saving” is displayed on the monitor. Verify that the lens cover is closed. If not, close it manually with the handle on top of the camera. Turn off the system with the ON/OFF switch on the Power Box or Power Supply unit. Publ. No. TM 614 006 699 Rev B – ENGLISH (EN) – Oct 30. 2008...
Page 146: Remote Power Control
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System operation 11.1.3 Remote power control The JCU can be used to remotely control the power. If the system is equip- ped with a Remote Power Controller unit, the entire system will be turned on/off. Otherwise, the IR and TV cameras and the LRF, DMC and GPS units will be turned on/off.
Page 147: Basic Features
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System operation 11.2 Basic features Basic features can be executed with the JCU or via the System Software menu system. Basic features Feature ORIGINAL setting ALTERNATIVE setting TV/IR Press the TV/IR button to toggle between TV imaging and IR imaging. FOV (alt. 1) second Press the joystick button < 1 to go to the next preset field-of-view.
Page 148 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System operation Basic features Feature ORIGINAL setting ALTERNATIVE setting second Focus Press the FCN + NUC buttons > 1 to go to the fixed focus position. to fixed position NOTE: If the default setting for the FCN + NUC buttons has been changed (Setup- Image dialog box, see section 7.6.1.1), the FCN + NUC buttons shall be pressed <...
Page 149: Ir Image
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System operation 11.3 IR image Frequently used features for control of the IR image can be executed with the Joystick Control Unit (JCU) or via the System Software menu system, as described in the sections below. Detailed instructions for optimization of the IR image are provided in chapter 12.
Page 150: Adjustment Mode
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System operation External NUC against lens cover Step Action second Press the FCN + NUC buttons < 1 to perform an External NUC against the lens cover. NOTE: If the default setting for the NUC button has been changed (Setup- Image dialog box, see section 7.6.1.1), the FCN + NUC buttons shall be pressed > 1 second to perform an External NUC against the lens cover. External NUC against scene Step Action Direct the camera towards a surface with an even temperature. The temperature of the reference surface shall preferably be the same as the temperature of the target. A clear sky can, even if it is cold, be used as an acceptable reference surface. second Press the C + NUC buttons < 1 to perform an External NUC against the scene. NOTE: If the default setting for the NUC button has been changed (Setup Image dialog box, see section 7.6.1.1), the C + NUC buttons shall be pressed > 1 se cond to perform an Internal NUC. 11.3.2 Adjustment mode There are five combinations of Adjustment mode and Color Distribution mode selectable via the System Software menu system.
Page 151: Manual Adjustment
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System operation With color distribution in Linear mode, the colors are distributed linearly from the darkest to the brightest pixel in the image. With Color Distribu- tion in Histogram mode the colors are distributed based on the contents of the image.
Page 152: Dde Adjustment
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System operation As an alternative to using the JCU as described above, the System Soft- ware menu system can be used: Adjusting level and span Step Action Press the ENTER button to enter MENU mode. Select Man. level/span from the Image menu and press the ENTER button. The Man. level/span dialog box is displayed. Select Level and use the UP/DOWN navigation buttons to move the center of the span. Select Span and use the UP/DOWN navigation buttons to decrease/increase the width of the span.
Page 153: Ir Palette
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System operation As an alternative to using the JCU as described above, the System Soft- ware menu system can be used: Manual adjustment Step Action Press the ENTER button to enter MENU mode. Select Image… from the Setup menu and press the ENTER button. Select Adjust DDE. Use the LEFT/RIGHT navigation buttons to select Yes. The DDE dialog box is displayed. Use the UP/DOWN navigation buttons to increase/decrease the DDE Control value. Press the ENTER button to confirm and to exit MENU mode. 11.3.5 IR palette There are four different IR palettes:...
Page 154: Auto Scanning
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System operation Selecting palette Step Action Press the ENTER button to enter MENU mode. Select Image… from the Setup menu and press the ENTER button. Select Color scale. Use the LEFT/RIGHT buttons to select IR palette, normal or inverted. Inverting palette Step Action Press the INV button to toggle between White hot and Black hot IR palette. 11.4 Auto scanning Auto scanning is used to automatically move the system from point to point in a preset autoscan list. The time that the system stays on the target, the speed with which the system moves to next autoscan point, the focus and the field-of-view for each autoscan point are fully programmable.
Page 155: Autoscan Lists
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System operation 11.4.2 Autoscan lists Autoscan lists can be created, saved, reloaded and deleted. Autoscan points can be edited and moved. The procedures for managing autoscan lists apply to the currently active autoscan list. To be able to manage a stored autoscan list, the stored list must first be recalled.
Page 156: Adjustments Of Fov And Focus
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System operation 11.4.2.2 Adjustments of FOV and focus When defining autoscan points, the JCU is used to make adjustments of field-of-view and focus, as described in the sections below. Adjusting FOV and focus second Press the joystick button < 1 to go to the next preset field-of-view.
Page 157: Creating Autoscan Lists And Appending Autoscan Points
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System operation 11.4.2.4 Creating autoscan lists and Appending autoscan points This section describes how autoscan lists are created and how new auto- scan points are appended to the currently active autoscan list. To be able to append autoscan points to a stored list, the stored list must first be recalled, see section 11.4.2.7.
Page 158: Editing Autoscan Points Settings And Moving Autoscan Points
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System operation 11.4.2.5 Editing autoscan points settings and Moving autoscan points This section describes how the speed and dwell settings of the autoscan points are edited and how the position of an autoscan point is moved. Editing settings and Moving autoscan points Step Action...
Page 159: Storing/Recalling/Deleting Autoscan Lists
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System operation Managing the route sequence Step Action Ensure that IR is selected. If not, press the TV/IR button to select IR. Press the ENTER button to enter MENU mode. Select Route sequence… from the Pan/Tilt menu and press the ENTER button. The Route sequence dialog box is displayed. Use the LEFT/RIGHT and UP/DOWN navigation buttons to select the autoscan point to be affected. NOTE: The system will move to the position of the selected autoscan point. Press the FCN button to allow changes of the selected autoscan point. Use the LEFT/RIGHT navigation buttons to move the point within the autoscan list. Use the UP/DOWN navigation buttons to move the point from active to inactive status, or vice versa. Press the FCN button to accept the changes. A new autoscan point can now be selected. Repeat from step 4. Press the ENTER button to accept the changes and to exit MENU mode. 11.4.2.7 Storing/recalling/deleting autoscan lists This section describes how autoscan lists are stored, recalled and dele- ted.
Page 160: Saving Current Autoscan List
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System operation Storing/recalling/deleting autoscan lists Step Action Ensure that IR is selected. If not, press the TV/IR button to select IR. Press the ENTER button to enter MENU mode. Select Store/recall… from the Pan/Tilt menu and press the ENTER button. The Store/ recall position list dialog box is displayed. Select the List no item. Use the LEFT/RIGHT button to select the desired list name. Select the Action item. Use the LEFT/RIGHT button to select the desired action. Press the ENTER button to execute the Store, Recall or Delete action. When storing: If the list name is already used, the Overwrite list dialog box will be displayed. Select Yes to overwrite the list and to exit MENU mode. Select No to return to the Store/recall position list dialog box. When recalling: The Overwrite active list dialog box will be displayed. Select Yes to overwrite the currently active autoscan list and to exit MENU mode. Select No to return to the Store/recall position list dialog box. When deleting: The Delete list dialog box will be displayed and to exit MENU mode.
Page 161: Distance Measurements
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System operation 11.5 Distance measurements The LRF (Laser Range Finder) unit is used to measure the distance to a target. The LRF unit determines the distance by measuring the time it takes for a laser pulse to go the target and back again. The LRF unit is charged after every laser pulse shot.
Page 162: Activate
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System operation 11.5.1 Activate Activating LRF unit Step Action Press the FCN + INV buttons to activate the LRF unit and enter LRF mode. “Laser ready (6)” is displayed on the monitor. As an alternative to using the JCU as described above, the System Soft- ware menu system can be used: Activating LRF unit Step Action Press the ENTER button to enter MENU mode.
Page 163: Deactivate
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System operation Measuring the distance Step Action Use the joystick to direct the system towards the target. Press the FCN + SCN buttons to fire a single shot. NOTE: It is not possible to fire a shot if the image is frozen or if the IR and/or TV camera is turned off. The distance to the target is displayed on the monitor. If multiple targets are found, both the shortest and the longest distance will be displayed. If no target is found, “No target detected” will be displayed.
Page 164: Cold Weather Conditions
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System operation 11.6 Cold weather conditions The Ranger HRC MS system is designed and manufactured to comply with demanding requirements. The system can be used under the most challenging weather conditions. In addition to protections such as seal- ing, bearings and encapsulation, there are also built-in heaters that pro- tect the electronics and defrost the lens in low temperatures.
Page 165: Pan/Tilt Wake-Up
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – System operation 11.6.2 Pan/tilt wakeup If the ambient temperature is below freezing point, an automatic wake- up movement sequence is started when the Pan/Tilt unit is activated at system start up. The wake-up procedure takes a couple of minutes. It is recommended to let the whole wake-up procedure take its time, but if it is necessary the procedure can be interrupted by pressing the PRK button.
Page 166: Optimizing The Ir Image
Optimizing the IR Image The quality of the IR image depends on many factors, such as target tem- perature, ambient temperature, distance to target, etc. The IR Camera has a number of functions – automatic and manual – that are used to control the image quality.
Page 167: Display Indicators
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image justments have been made, the system may need to be set to the starting point manually before the optimizing procedure starts. 12.1.1.1 Display indicators The top line status indicators and the temperature range indicator for the IR Camera provide a quick overview of the current settings.
Page 168: Filter Off
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image Figure 12.3 IR Camera top line status indicator. At the starting point, the top line status indicator 1 (Filter type) shall be OFF and indicator 3 (Digital zoom factor) shall be blank. 12.1.1.2 Filter Off Filter is a function that reduces the noise visible in the image in low cont-...
Page 169: No Digital Zoom
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image 12.1.1.3 No digital zoom The digital zoom has no effect on the image adjustments. However, the digital zoom factor shall be 1x when the image is optimized When the digital zoom factor is 1x, the top line status indicator 3 is blank.
Page 170: Adjustment Area
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image 12.1.1.4 Adjustment area The IR Camera automatically adjusts the image based on the scene con- tents. By selecting different adjustment areas, it is possible to control which part of the scene that shall be used when adjusting the image. For basic optimization of the image, the camera shall be set to use the largest adjustment area;...
Page 171: Select Scene
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image 12.1.2 Select scene The camera uses the scene as viewed on the monitor as basis for image adjustments. The target scene, including zooming and focusing, shall be selected before adjustments are made to optimize the image. 12.1.2.1 Optical zoom Optical zooming...
Page 172: Auto Focus
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image 12.1.2.2 Auto focus Auto focus is a feature that is frequently used whenever the scene is chan- ged. The camera uses an area in the center of the image when auto focusing, as shown in Figure 12.5.
Page 173 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image Auto focusing Step ORIGINAL setting ALTERNATIVE setting Verify that the target is in the center of the image. Keep the camera steady when auto focusing. second second Press button NUC > 1 to perform Press the joystick button < 1 a oneshot auto focus adjustment. to perform a oneshot auto focus adjustment. NOTE: If the default setting for the The NUC button can also be used to auto focus, as for the Original setting. NUC button has been changed (Setup- Image dialog box, see section 7.6.1.1), the NUC button shall be pressed < 1 second to auto focus.
Page 174: Range Selection
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image 12.1.3 Range selection When the IR Camera is turned on, the temperature range is automatically selected, but may have to be adjusted. When the environmental condi- tions change, the range selection may also need to be changed. NOTE: The range selection shall reflect the temperature of the scene (not the place where the camera is positioned).
Page 175: Adjustment Mode
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image Internal NUC Step Action second Press button NUC < 1 to perform an Internal NUC. NOTE: If the default setting for the NUC button has been changed (Setup-Image dialog box, see section 7.6.1.1), the NUC button shall be pressed > 1 second to perform an Internal NUC. As an alternative to using the JCU as described above, the IR Camera menu system can be used: Internal NUC Step Action Press the ENTER button to enter MENU mode.
Page 176: Color Distribution
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image Selecting Adjustment mode Step Action Select Setup and press the ENTER button. Select Image… and press the ENTER button. The Image Setup dialog box is displayed. Select Adjust mode. Use the LEFT/RIGHT navigation buttons to select Level-Span. Press the ENTER button to confirm. Press the CANCEL button to exit the IR Camera menu system. Figure 12.6 Top line status indicator. Top line status indicator 4 indicates the selected adjustment mode (AUTO).
Page 177: Save Settings
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image Selecting Color Distribution mode Step Action Press the ENTER button to enter MENU mode. Select IR menu from the Setup menu and press the ENTER button. The menu system of the IR Camera is opened. Select Setup and press the ENTER button. Select Image… and press the ENTER button. The Image Setup dialog box is displayed. Select Color distribution. Use the LEFT/RIGHT navigation buttons to select Histogram or Linear. Press the ENTER button to confirm. Press the CANCEL button to exit the IR Camera menu system. Figure 12.7 Top line status indicator. Top line status indicator 5 indicates the selected color distribution mode (LIN or HIST).
Page 178: Advanced Procedures
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image Saving settings Step Action Press the ENTER button to enter MENU mode. Select IR menu from the Setup menu and press the ENTER button. The menu system of the IR Camera is opened. Select Setup and press the ENTER button. Select Save settings and press the ENTER button. The Save settings dialog box is displayed. Select OK and press the ENTER button to confirm. Press the CANCEL button to exit the IR Camera menu system. 12.2 Advanced procedures This section describes how the advanced user can make use of automatic and manual features and settings to optimize the image quality.
Page 179: Digital Zoom
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image 12.2.1.1 Digital zoom The digital zoom has no effect on the image adjustments. However, the digital zoom factor shall be 1x when the image is optimized. Digital zooming Step Action Select Setup/IR menu to open the IR Camera menu system. Select Image/Zoom…/Digital Zoom/Factor.
Page 180: Focus
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image 12.2.2 Focus Focus is a feature that is frequently used whenever the scene is changed. Auto focusing and focusing to a fixed position can be performed, followed by manual adjustments if needed. 12.2.2.1 Focus area The camera normally uses a vertically and horizontally centered 80x60...
Page 181: Auto Focus
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image 12.2.2.2 Auto focus The system performs a one-shot auto focus adjustment, which can be tu- ned manually. NOTE: When the image has low contrasts between different areas, the IR Camera will have difficulties to auto focus. Auto focusing and manual adjustments Step ORIGINAL setting ALTERNATIVE setting...
Page 182: Fixed Focus
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image 12.2.2.3 Fixed focus Focusing to a fixed position is used when there are low contrasts between different areas in the image, which makes it difficult for the camera to auto focus. The Fix function may also be used when the object of interest is outside the focus area, or to focus on a scene containing an object of interest at a known distance.
Page 183: Range Selection
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image 12.2.3 Range selection When the camera is turned on, the temperature range is automatically selected, but may have to be adjusted. When the environmental condi- tions change, the range selection may also need to be changed. NOTE: The range selection shall reflect the temperature of the scene (not the place where the camera is positioned).
Page 184: Internal Nuc
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image 12.2.4.1 Internal NUC Internal NUC Step Action second Press button NUC < 1 to perform an Internal NUC. NOTE: If the default setting for the NUC button has been changed (Setup-Image dialog box, see section 7.6.1.1), the NUC button shall be pressed > 1 second to perform an Internal NUC. As an alternative to using the JCU as described above, the IR Camera menu system can be used: Internal NUC Step Action...
Page 185: External Nuc Against Scene
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image As an alternative to using the JCU as described above, the IR Camera menu system can be used: External NUC against lens cover Step Action Select Setup/IR menu to open the IR Camera menu system. Select Setup/Image…/Shutter. Use the LEFT/RIGHT navigation buttons to select External. Press the ENTER button to confirm. Press the ENTER button to reopen the IR Camera menu system.
Page 186: Adjustment Area
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image As an alternative to using the JCU as described above, the IR Camera menu system can be used: External NUC against scene Step Action Select Setup/IR menu to open the IR Camera menu system. Select Setup/Image…/Shutter. Use the LEFT/RIGHT navigation buttons to select Off. Press the ENTER button to confirm. Press the ENTER button to reopen the IR Camera menu system.
Page 187: Adjustment Mode
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image 12.2.6 Adjustment mode There are four adjustment modes selectable via the IR Camera menu sys- tem; Auto Level, Auto Level-Span, DDE and Manual.  In Auto Level mode, level is automatically adjusted.  In Auto Level-Span mode, both level and span are automatically adjusted.
Page 188: Adjust Image
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image Selecting Adjustment mode Step Action Select Setup/IR menu to open the IR Camera menu system. Select Setup/Image…/Adjust mode. Use the LEFT/RIGHT navigation buttons to select adjustment mode. Press the ENTER button to confirm. Press the CANCEL button to exit the IR Camera menu system. Figure 12.9 Top line status indicator Top line status indicator 4 indicates the selected mode (AUTO L, AUTO, MANUAL or DDE).
Page 189: Adjustments In Auto Level-Span And Dde Mode
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image 12.2.7.1 Adjustments in Auto Level-Span and DDE mode In Auto Level-Span and DDE mode, level and span are automatically ad- justed. The Adjust image feature makes it possible to tune the automatic values, by adjusting brightness and contrast with a percentage offset.
Page 190: Adjustment In Manual Mode
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image 12.2.7.3 Adjustment in Manual mode In Manual mode, both level and span are adjusted manually. Frequent adjustments and fine-tuning are needed to achieve a good image quality. Adjusting image in Manual mode Step Action Select Setup/IR menu to open the IR Camera menu system.
Page 191: Dde Control
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image Selecting Color distribution Step Action Select Setup/IR menu to open the IR Camera menu system. Select Setup/Image…/Color distribution. Use the LEFT/RIGHT navigation buttons to select Histogram or Linear. Press the ENTER button to confirm. Press the CANCEL button to exit the IR Camera menu system. Figure 12.10 Top line status indicator Top line status indicator 5 indicates the selected color distribution mode (LIN or HIST).
Page 192: 12.2.10 Filter
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image Adjusting the DDE Control value Step Action Press and hold down button to increase the DDE value. Press and hold down button to decrease the DDE value. As an alternative to using the JCU as described above, the IR Camera menu system can be used: Adjusting the DDE Control value Step Action Select Setup/IR menu to open the IR Camera menu system.
Page 193: 12.2.11 Palette
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image 12.2.11 Palette There are four different IR palettes:  Rainbow  Rainbow HC  Gray  Iron 12.2.11.1 Select palette The default IR palette is Gray. Changing the palette from Gray to Rain- bow may improve the perception of details in low contrast scenes. Please refer to section 12.3.
Page 194: 12.2.12 Zoom Interpolation
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image As an alternative to using the JCU as described above, the IR Camera menu system can be used: Inverting Palette Step Action Select Setup/IR menu to open the IR Camera menu system. Select Image/Invert palette. Press the ENTER button to invert the palette. Press the CANCEL button to exit the IR Camera menu system. 12.2.12 Zoom interpolation Zoom interpolation is a function that has effect when the digital zoom is used, see section 5.2.10.
Page 195: 12.2.13 Save Settings
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image 12.2.13 Save settings The Save settings feature saves the current IR Camera settings, for ex- ample Adjustment mode, Color distribution, Shutter and Adjustment area. The saved settings will be loaded when the system is switched on next time.
Page 196: Adjustment Mode
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image A typical situation with high thermal contrast is a sunny day in the desert. The DDE (Digital Detail Enhancement) function, tuned to a high value, makes it possible to for example read texts on signs or view details such as people even against strong sunlight.
Page 197: Dde Control Value
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image 12.3.2.2 DDE Control value DDE Control is a feature that controls the level of detail enhancement and noise reduction. Please refer to section 12.2.9. Typical settings:  Low contrast 0-20 (noise reduction)  Normal contrast 40-65 (normal detail enhancement)  High contrast...
Page 198: Focus
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image Selecting Filter type Step Action Select Setup/IR menu to open the IR Camera menu system. Select Setup/Image…/Filter. Use the LEFT/RIGHT navigation buttons to select Low, High or Off. Press the ENTER button to confirm. Press the CANCEL button to exit the IR Camera menu system. 12.3.2 Focus Typical settings:  Low contrast Manual focus  Normal contrast Auto focus  High contrast Auto focus 12.3.2.1 Manual focus Manual focusing...
Page 199: Palette
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Optimizing the IR Image 12.3.3 Palette The default IR palette is Gray. Changing the palette from Gray to Rain- bow may improve the perception of details in low contrast scenes. Please refer to section 12.2.11. Typical settings:  Low contrast 1.
Page 200: Maintenance And Cleaning
Maintenance and cleaning 13.1 Camera body, cables & accessories The camera body, cables and accessories may be cleaned by wiping with a soft cloth. To remove stains, wipe with a soft cloth moistened with a mild detergent solution and wrung dry, then wipe with a dry soft cloth. NOTE: Do not use benzene, thinner, or any other chemical product on the camera, the cables or the accessories, as this may cause deterioration.
Page 201: Technical Support
• imagingboston.support@flir.com (US / North American customers only) • imagingsweden.support@flir.se For telephone numbers to FLIR Systems offices, see the back cover of this manual. Publ. No. TM 614 006 699 Rev B – ENGLISH (EN) – Oct 30. 2008...
Page 202: Technical Appendices
Technical appendices 15.1 Technical specifications 15.1.1 Thermal imager specifications Ranger HRC-S Ranger HRC-U Ranger HRC 614005703/1 614005703/2 614005703/3 614005704/2 614005704/3 Spectral range 3.6 4.9 µm Continuosly variable 12.5 x between NFoV and WFoV Optical zoom Wide field of view, WFoV 18.75° x 14° 14.1° x 10.5° 14.1° x 10.5° 9.4° x 7.0° 9.4° x 7.0° Narrow field of view, 1.5° x 1.1° 1.1° x 0.8° 1.1° x 0.8°...
Page 203: Image Specifications
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices 15.1.3 Image specifications Ranger HRC-S Ranger HRC-U Ranger HRC 614005703/1 614005703/2 614005703/3 614005704/2 614005704/3 composite video PAL or NTSC Video output Palette Rainbow, Rainbow HC (High Contrast), Iron, Gray (White hot). All palettes can be inverted 15.1.4 Optics specifications Ranger HRC-S Ranger HRC-U Ranger HRC 614005703/1 614005703/2 614005703/3 614005704/2 614005704/3 Optical zoom time bet...
Page 204: Laser Range Finder
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices TV-Option SR-TV UR-TV LR-TV Horizontal resolution NTSC>470 TVL 480 TVL 540 TVL PAL>460 TVL S/N (signal to noise) >50 dB >50 dB >50 dB ratio Contrast/Brightness Auto Auto/Manual Auto/Manual Auto adjust Automatic (iris, gain Automatic Automatic and shutter) Palettes Color/Black and white Color/Black and white Color/Black and white Close focus, Wide 0.32m 2.5m 5.0m...
Page 205: Pan/Tilt
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices 15.1.8 Pan/Tilt Pan angle 360° continuous Pan Speed 0.03°/sec to 65°/sec Max pan acceleration 1 rad/sec² Tilt angle 35° to +35° Tilt speed 0.03°/sec to 30°/sec Max tilt acceleration 0.5 rad/sec² Accuracy ±0.5 mrad Repeteatability ±0.1 mrad 15.2 Parts list Denomination Description JCU cable 3 m (10 ft.) 194 612 J9–J10. 23S + 23S connectors System cable 15 m (50 ft.) 1 196 215 J1–J5. 23S + 23P connectors, dual video System cable 61 m (200 ft.) 614 006 524 J1–J5. 23S + 23P connectors, dual video, on reel System cable WSTI 61 m (200 ft.) 614 006 015 J1–J5. 23S + 23P connectors, dual video Power cable 3 m...
Page 206: Document List
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices Denomination Description Cable PTH to HRC G007 678 X3 to IR camera Cable PTH/B10 to LRTV G008 096 X2 to LRTV Cable PTH to URTV 614 007 038 X2 to URTV Cable PTH to SRTV 614 006 302 X2 to SRTV Cable PTH to LRF G007 887 X6 to LRF housing Cable PTH to DMC G007 706 X5 to DMC MSO2 Pan/Tilt 614 005 724/5xx Side mounted ThermoVision™ Sentry JB 194 782 Junction box JPC2 614 005 412 System controller Power Box 614 006 013 19 inch IP30 CTemp ThermoVision™ Sentry JCU 194 783 Joystick Control Unit Power supply DC THV Sentry...
Page 207: Connector Overview
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices 15.4 Connector overview 15.4.1 Connectors Name Type Function Location Mating connector D38999/24WB98PN, System JPC2 D38999/26WE99SN, 23pin 23pin J2 D38999/24WB98PN, Local power in JPC2 D38999/26WB98SN, 6pin 6pin BNC, standard config Video 1 JPC2 BNC, standard config. D38999/24WB98PN, Power in Junction Box D38999/26WB98SN, 6pin...
Page 208: Connector Placement General
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices 15.4.2 Connector placement General Publ. No. TM 614 006 699 Rev B – ENGLISH (EN) – Oct 30. 2008...
Page 209: Connector Placement Ip Network Option
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices 15.4.3 Connector placement IP network option Publ. No. TM 614 006 699 Rev B – ENGLISH (EN) – Oct 30. 2008...
Page 210: Pin Configurations
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices 15.5 Pin configurations 15.5.1 Pin configuration – JPC2 15.5.1.1 J1 – 23-pin connector NOTE: Pin designations are printed on connector. Signal name Wire type Reserved Reserved TV Video negative Coax 75 Ω TV Video positive Coax 75 Ω Reserved RS485CONSRX_A AWG 26 twisted pair RS485CONSRX_B AWG 26 twisted pair RS485CONSTX_A AWG 26 twisted pair RS485CONSTX_B AWG 26 twisted pair Reserved Reserved Reserved...
Page 211: 15.5.1.2 J2 - 6-Pin Connector
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices 15.5.1.2 J2 – 6-pin connector NOTE: Pin designations are printed on connector. Signal name Wire type 28 VDC return AWG 20 28 VDC return AWG 20 28 VDC AWG 20 28 VDC AWG 20 RXD test AWG 24 TXD test AWG 24 15.5.1.3 J3 – BNC connector Standard configuration. 15.5.1.4 J11 – BNC connector Standard configuration.
Page 212: 15.5.1.5 J14 - 10 Pin Connector
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices 15.5.1.5 J14 – 10 pin connector Conductor Type Signal Name Wire type AWG 26 twisted pair CAT5E AWG 26 twisted pair Tx CAT5E AWG 26 twisted pair CAT5E RESERVED RESERVED AWG 26 twisted pair Rx CAT5E RESERVED RESERVED 15.5.1.6 J15 – 26 pin connector NOTE: Pin designations are printed on connector. Signal name Wire type TPIN AWG 26 twisted pair TPON...
Page 213: 15.5.1.7 J16 - 10 Pin Connector
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices Signal name Wire type Reserved REZ1 AWG 24 REZ2 AWG 24 REZ3 AWG 24 REZ4 AWG 24 TPIP AWG 26 twisted pair AWG 20 AWG 20 AWG 20 Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved AWG 20 Reserved 15.5.1.7 J16 – 10 pin connector NOTE: Pin designations are printed on connector. Signal name Wire type Reserved Reserved...
Page 214: Pin Configuration - Joystick Control Unit (Jcu)
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices Signal name Wire type TXPOS_HOSTUP AWG 26 twisted pair TXNEG_HOSTUP AWG 26 twisted pair Signal GND AWG 26 twisted pair 15.5.2 Pin configuration – Joystick Control Unit (JCU) 15.5.2.1 J10 – 23-pin connector NOTE: Pin designations are printed on connector. Signal name Wire type Reserved Reserved TV Video negative Coax 75 Ω TV Video positive Coax 75 Ω...
Page 215: Pin Configuration - Jb
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices Signal name Wire type Heater on AWG 26 28 VDC return AWG 20 TV Video negative Coax 75 Ω Video GND AWG 26 28 VDC AWG 20 15.5.3 Pin configuration – JB 15.5.3.1 J4 – 6-pin connector NOTE: Pin designations are printed on connector. Signal name Wire type 28 VDC return AWG 20 28 VDC return AWG 20 28 VDC AWG 20...
Page 216: J6 - Bnc Connector
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices Signal name Wire type RS485CONSTX_A AWG 26 twisted pair RS485CONSTX_B AWG 26 twisted pair Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved RS485TX_EN_A AWG 26 twisted pair RS485TX_EN_B AWG 26 twisted pair Video positive Coax 75 Ω Signal GND AWG 26 Remote present AWG 26 Heater on AWG 26 28 VDC return AWG 20 Video negative Coax 75 Ω Video GND AWG 26 28 VDC AWG 20 15.5.3.3 J6 –...
Page 217: J8 - 10-Pin Connector
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices 15.5.3.5 J8 – 10-pin connector NOTE: Pin designations are printed on connector. Signal name Wire type 5 V pullup 28 VDC AWG 20 Screen connec Terminator disable RXPOS_HOSTUP RXNEG_HOSTUP TXPOS_HOSTUP TXNEG_HOSTUP Signal GND 15.5.3.6 J9 – 23-pin connector NOTE: Pin designations are printed on copnnector. Signal name Wire type Reserved Reserved TV Video negative Coax 75 Ω...
Page 218: J12 - 10-Pin Connector
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices Signal name Wire type RS485HOSTRX_B AWG 26 twisted pair RS485HOSTTX_A AWG 26 twisted pair RS485HOSTTX_B AWG 26 twisted pair RS485TX_EN_A AWG 26 twisted pair RS485TX_EN_B AWG 26 twisted pair Video positive Coax 75 Ω Signal GND AWG 26 Remote present AWG 26 Heater on AWG 26 28 VDC return AWG 20 Video negative Coax 75 Ω Video GND AWG 26 28 VDC AWG 20 15.5.3.7 J12 – 10-pin connector NOTE: Pin designations are printed on connector.
Page 219: Basic Dimensions
Ytjämnhet/Roughness Ytbehandling/Surface treatment J. HALLBERG µm Där ej annat anges/Unless otherwise stated Benämning/Denomination Skala/Scale ISO 2768-mK Gen tol Utdrag ur/Excerpt from ISO 2768-m MONTERING RANGER HRC MS Doc-Type Hålkälsradier 0,5-6 ±0,1 (6)-30 ±0,2 Fillet radii (30)-120 ±0,3 Ritn nr/Drawing No...
Page 220 Där ej annat anges/Unless otherwise stated Benämning/Denomination Blad/Sheet Skala/Scale (400)-1000 ±0,8 Edges broken 4(6) ISO 2768-mK Gen tol Utdrag ur/Excerpt from ISO 2768-m MONTERING RANGER HRC MS Doc-Type Size Hålkälsradier 0,5-6 ±0,1 (6)-30 ±0,2 Fillet radii (30)-120 Ritn nr/Drawing No ±0,3...
Page 221 Ytbehandling/Surface treatment J. HALLBERG µm Där ej annat anges/Unless otherwise stated Benämning/Denomination Skala/Scale Blad/Sheet 6(6) ISO 2768-mK Gen tol Utdrag ur/Excerpt from ISO 2768-m MONTERING RANGER HRC MS Doc-Type Size 0,5-6 Hålkälsradier ±0,1 (6)-30 ±0,2 Fillet radii (30)-120 ±0,3 Ritn nr/Drawing No...
Page 222 Ändrad/Modified Ytbehandling/Surface treatment J. HALLBERG µm Där ej annat anges/Unless otherwise stated Benämning/Denomination Skala/Scale ISO 2768-mK Gen tol Utdrag ur/Excerpt from ISO 2768-m MONTERING RANGER HRC MS Doc-Type Hålkälsradier 0,5-6 ±0,1 (6)-30 ±0,2 Fillet radii (30)-120 ±0,3 Ritn nr/Drawing No...
Page 223 Benämning/Denomination Skala/Scale Blad/Sheet (120)-400 ±0,5 Kanter brutna ISO 2768-mK 2(6) (400)-1000 ±0,8 Gen tol Edges broken Utdrag ur/Excerpt from ISO 2768-m MONTERING RANGER HRC MS Doc-Type Size 0,5-6 ±0,1 Hålkälsradier (6)-30 ±0,2 Fillet radii (30)-120 ±0,3 Ritn nr/Drawing No 614006699 (120)-400 ±0,5...
Page 224 Benämning/Denomination Skala/Scale 0,5-6 Blad/Sheet ±0,1 ISO 2768-mK (6)-30 5(6) ±0,2 Fillet radii Gen tol (30)-120 ±0,3 Utdrag ur/Excerpt from ISO 2768-m MONTERING RANGER HRC MS (120)-400 Size ±0,5 Kanter brutna Doc-Type (400)-1000 ±0,8 Edges broken 0,5-6 Hålkälsradier ±0,1 (6)-30 ±0,2...
Page 225: Basic Dimensions - Joystick Control Unit (Jcu)
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices 15.6.2 Basic dimensions – Joystick Control Unit (JCU) Figure 15.8 Basic dimensions – Joystick Control Unit (JCU) (Basic dimensions in mm). Figure 15.9 Basic dimensions – Joystick Control Unit (JCU) (Basic dimensions in mm). Publ. No. TM 614 006 699 Rev B – ENGLISH (EN) – Oct 30. 2008...
Page 226: Basic Dimensions - Junction Box (Jb)
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices 15.6.3 Basic dimensions – Junction box (JB) Figure 15.10 Basic dimensions – Junction box (JB) (Basic dimensions in mm). Publ. No. TM 614 006 699 Rev B – ENGLISH (EN) – Oct 30. 2008...
Page 227: Basic Dimensions - Power Supply (Ps)
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices 15.6.4 Basic dimensions – Power supply (PS) Figure 15.11 Basic dimensions – Power supply (PS) (Basic dimensions in mm). Publ. No. TM 614 006 699 Rev B – ENGLISH (EN) – Oct 30. 2008...
Page 228: Basic Dimensions - Power Box
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices 15.6.5 Basic dimensions – Power box 19MM 27.94 44MM 326MM 483.38 449.58 MM OFF ON 88.90 76.20MM 465.88MM MOUNTING PLATE AND HANDLES CAN BE REMOVED SYSTEM HOST COMPUTER VIDEO VIDEO Figure 15.12 Basic dimensions – Power box (Basic dimensions in mm). 326MM SYSTEM HOST COMPUTER...
Page 229: Basic Dimensions - Jpc2
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices 15.6.6 Basic dimensions – JPC2 Figure 15.13 Basic dimensions – JPC2 (Basic dimensions in mm). Publ. No. TM 614 006 699 Rev B – ENGLISH (EN) – Oct 30. 2008...
Page 230: Basic Dimensions - Mount Plate
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices 15.6.7 Basic dimensions – Mount plate Figure 15.14 Mount plate (Basic dimensions in mm). Publ. No. TM 614 006 699 Rev B – ENGLISH (EN) – Oct 30. 2008...
Page 231: Diagnostic Tools
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices 15.7 Diagnostic tools The Ranger HRC MS system has an integrated series of diagnostic tests. The Setup – Diag tool dialog box is used to run the Focus, FOV, Pan/Tilt, GPS, LRF and DMC diagnostic tests.
Page 232 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices Running diagnostic test Step Action The results of the diagnostic tests are displayed, see example below. Press the ENTER or CANCEL button to exit MENU mode. Figure 15.16 Example of diagnostic tests results. Publ. No. TM 614 006 699 Rev B – ENGLISH (EN) – Oct 30. 2008...
Page 233: Trouble Shooting
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices 15.8 Trouble shooting The table below is a guide for actions to take to correct simple operational faults that may occur during normal use of the Ranger HRC MS system. Trouble shooting guide Symptom Action No image appears on the monitor at power • Verify that the video cable is correctly connect...
Page 234 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices Trouble shooting guide Symptom Action The video image is displayed, but the Pan/Tilt Press and hold down the PRK button for 3 unit does not operate after power on. seconds to activate the Pan/Tilt unit. Pressing the buttons on the JCU does not give Check the JCU settings in the System Software; the expected effect. for example, the MMI Control mode, Nuc button and Left/Right scanpoint selection features. The TV image looks strange. Check the TV settings in the System Software; the Back light comp, Image effect and Near IR sensitive features. Publ. No. TM 614 006 699 Rev B – ENGLISH (EN) – Oct 30. 2008...
Page 235: Ip Network Solution
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices 15.9 IP network solution Ranger HRC MS with an IP network configuration is an extra option. With the IP network configuration, a standard PC running a security and surveillance application – such as the FLIR Nexus application – is used to control multiple Ranger HRC MS systems.
Page 236: 15.9.1 Equipment
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices The Ranger HRC MS systems are connected to a LAN switch via the JPC2 units. Each system is powered from its own Power Supply unit. The JCU can be connected to the PC with an adapter cable, which also includes an AC converter.
Page 237: 15.9.2 Flir Nexus Application
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices 15.9.2 FLIR Nexus application The FLIR Nexus application can be used to control the Ranger HRC MS systems in an IP network. For more information about the FLIR Nexus application, please refer to the Nexus manual.
Page 238 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices Changing the video server startup options Step Action To change the video server startup options, do one of the following: • To make the server start automatically when the Ranger HRC MS system starts, select Yes in the Start Server On Boot list box and then click Save in the bottom of the page. • To make the server not start automatically when the Ranger HRC MS system starts, select No in the Start Server On Boot list box and then click Save in the bottom of the page. Publ. No. TM 614 006 699 Rev B – ENGLISH (EN) – Oct 30. 2008...
Page 239 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices Changing the IP address Step Action Connect a standard PC to the Ranger HRC MS system, using one of the following methods: • Directly to the JPC2 unit, using a crossover FTP/STP cable. • Via the LAN network, using a noncrossover FTP/STP cable. Start your web browser of choice and enter the following address in the address field: http://192.168.250.100/main.php Click on LAN settings in the left pane. Publ. No. TM 614 006 699 Rev B – ENGLISH (EN) – Oct 30. 2008...
Page 240 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Technical appendices Changing the IP address Step Action Enter a new IP address in the IP Address text box. You can also change Host name and Net mask. Host name can be set freely, but Net mask may need to be set to 255.255.255.0. When all changes are made, click Save in the bottom of the page and start using the new IP number. Publ. No. TM 614 006 699 Rev B – ENGLISH (EN) – Oct 30. 2008...
Page 241: History Of Infrared Technology
History of Infrared technology Less than 200 years ago the existence of the infrared portion of the electro- magnetic spectrum wasn’t even suspected. The original significance of the infrared spectrum, or simply ‘the infrared’ as it is often called, as a form of heat radiation is perhaps less obvious today than it was at the time of its discovery by Herschel in 1800.
Page 242 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – History of Infrared technology violet end to the red end. This was not entirely unexpected, since the Italian researcher, Landriani, in a similar experiment in 1777 had obser- ved much the same effect. It was Herschel, however, who was the first to recognize that there must be a point where the heating effect reaches a maximum, and that measurements confined to the visible portion of the spectrum failed to locate this point.
Page 243 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – History of Infrared technology in large enough natural crystals to be made into lenses and prisms – is remarkably transparent to the infrared. The result was that rock salt be- came the principal infrared optical material, and remained so for the next hundred years, until the art of synthetic crystal growing was mastered in the 1930’s.
Page 244 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – History of Infrared technology Figure 16.4 Samuel P. Langley (1834–1906). The improvement of infrared-detector sensitivity progressed slowly. An- other major breakthrough, made by Langley in 1880, was the invention of the bolometer. This consisted of a thin blackened strip of platinum con- nected in one arm of a Wheatstone bridge circuit upon which the infrared radiation was focused and to which a sensitive galvanometer responded.
Page 245 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – History of Infrared technology greatest attention by the military, because it enabled an observer for the first time in history to literally ‘see in the dark’. However, the sensitivity of the image converter was limited to the near infrared wavelengths, and the most interesting military targets (i.e.
Page 246: Theory Of Thermal Imaging
Theory of thermal imaging 17.1 Introduction The subjects of infrared radiation is still new to many who will use an infrared camera. In this section the theory behind thermal imaging will be given. 17.2 The electromagnetic spectrum The electromagnetic spectrum is divided arbitrarily into a number of wavelength regions, called bands, distinguished by the methods used to produce and detect the radiation.
Page 247: Blackbody Radiation
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Theory of thermal imaging The infrared band is often further subdivided into four smaller bands, the boundaries of which are also arbitrarily chosen. They include: the near infrared (0.75–3 μm), the middle infrared (3–6 μm), the far infrared (6–15 μm) and the extreme infrared (15–100 μm).
Page 248: Planck's Law
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Theory of thermal imaging By providing such an isothermal cavity with a suitable heater it becomes what is termed a cavity radiator. An isothermal cavity heated to a uni- form temperature generates blackbody radiation, the characteristics of which are determined solely by the temperature of the cavity.
Page 249 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Theory of thermal imaging Planck’s formula, when plotted graphically for various temperatures, produces a family of curves. Following any particular Planck curve, the spectral exitance is zero at l = 0, then increases rapidly to a maximum at a wavelength l and after passing, it approaches zero again at very long wavelengths.
Page 250: Wien's Displacement Law
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Theory of thermal imaging 17.3.2 Wien’s displacement law By differentiating Planck’s formula with respect to l, and finding the maximum, we have: 2898 λ µ This is Wien’s displacements law (after Wilhelm Wien, 1864–1928), which expresses mathematically the common observation that colors vary from red to orange or yellow as the temperature of a thermal radia- tor increases.
Page 251: Stefan-Boltzmann's Law
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Theory of thermal imaging 1000 K Figure 17.6 Planckian curves plotted on semi-log scales from 100 K to 1.000 K. The dotted line represents the locus of maximum radiant exitance at each temperature as described by Wien’s displacement law.
Page 252: Non-Blackbody Emitters
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Theory of thermal imaging Figure 17.7 Josef Stefan (1835–1893) and Ludwig Boltzmann (1844–1906). Using the Stefan-Boltzmann formula to calculate the power radiated by the human body, at a temperature of 300 K and an external surface area of approx.
Page 253 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Theory of thermal imaging The sum of these three factors must always add up to the whole at any wavelength, so we have the relation: α ρ τ λ λ λ For opaque materials t = 0 and the relation simplifies to: α...
Page 254 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Theory of thermal imaging For highly polished materials ε approaches zero, so that for a perfectly reflecting material (i.e. a perfect mirror) we have: ρ λ For a graybody radiator, the Stefan-Boltzmann formula becomes: = εσ Τ...
Page 255: Infrared Semi-Transparent Materials
Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Theory of thermal imaging 17.4 Infrared semitransparent materials Consider now a non-metallic, semi-transparent body – let us say, in the form of a thick flat plate of plastic material. When the plate is heated, radiation generated within its volume must work its way toward the sur- faces through the material in which it is partially absorbed.
Page 256: Abbreviations
Abbreviations ºC Degrees Celsius ºF Degrees Fahrenheit Alternating Current Builtin test Digital Detail Enhancement Digital Magnetic Compass FLIR File Format Fieldofview Global Positioning System Graphical User Interface High HIST Histogram IANA Internet Assigned Numbers Authority Interface Control Document Internet Protocol Infrared Junction Box Joystick Control Unit JPC2 Junction Protocol Converter 2 JPEG Joint Photographic Experts Group Linear Laser Range Finder Man Machine Interface NonUniform Correction Power Box POST Poweron selftest Power Supply Remote Power Controller Ranger HRC MS Ranger High Resolution Camera MultiSensor Real Time Protocol Publ. No. TM 614 006 699 Rev B – ENGLISH (EN) – Oct 30. 2008...
Page 257: Index
Index Short cable ........195 System cable ......195 Abbreviations .........246 Video cable .......195 Access code ....85, 90, 101 Calibration, DMC ......129 Adjust area ........94 Camera body .......190 Adjust image ......27, 89, 90 Cameras and sensors .....4 Adjustment area ......25 Clock ..........95 Adjust mode ........92 Color distribution Adjustment mode...
Page 258 Image menu, TV ......59 Save ..........91 Image specifications ....193 Filter ....31, 93, 182, 186, 187 Infrared technology, history ..231 FLIR Nexus application Interface .........94 Changing the IP address ..229 Invert Palette .........90 Changing the video server ..228 IR Camera .........4, 83 Starting the video server ...
Page 259 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Index Setup menu Access code ......101 Network .........99 Camera info ......100 Nexus application ......227 Date/time ........96 Non-Uniformity Correction (NUC) 25, 88 Factory default ......101 NORMAL mode .......22, 34 Graphical User Interface (GUI) ...94 NUC, external ......174, 175 Image ..........92 NUC, internal .........174 Image save .........96...
Page 260 Ranger HRC™ operator´s manual – Index Thermal imager ......192 Time format ........98 Tools menu ........101 BIT result ........103 BIT start ........103 Defroster ........102 Ext Shutter ........102 POST result ......102 Reset Optics ......102 System restart ......104 Turning off the system ....135 TV Camera ........

FLIR Ranger HRC MS Operator's Manual

System Overview

General Safety Warnings

System Description

System Configurations

Functions and Features

Joystick Control Unit

System Software

IR Camera Software

Hardware Installation

Basic Settings

System Operation

Optimizing the IR Image

Maintenance and Cleaning

Technical Support

Technical Appendices

History of Infrared Technology

Theory of Thermal Imaging

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