Thermal Imaging Cameras Structural – Session 4 Talisman SpiritEdition 1.1 2013 – PPT – 0
Session 4
Talisman Spirit
Handheld Thermal Imaging Camera (TIC) Operation
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• Components
• Specifications
• Operation
• Microbolometer Shutter
• Accessories
• Battery Changing
• Battery Charging
• Optional features
• When using TICs
• Inspection and maintenance
Topics
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Components
LCD Display
On/OffButton
Battery Release Battery
Lens and Bezel
TransmitButton
Video output
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1.3 kg
Microbolometer (ASi)
90 mm Screen Size
NiMH or alkaline batteries (optional)
Specifications
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Activating the Unit• place a fully charged battery in the
unit
• push in the red On / Off button
• wait for the display to appear
Deactivating the Unit• push in the red On / Off button -
Delayed Off to prevent accidental shut down of the camera
Operation
On/Off Button
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Automated ‘shutter’ auto-calibrates or zeros the unit
‘Shutter’ may ‘fire’ or close approximately every 60 seconds freezing the image on the display for 1-2 seconds.
Microbolometer ‘Shutter’
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Vehicle mount charger
Desk charger
Accessories
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To remove:• push in both battery release buttons
and slide the battery forward
• To reinstall:
• align the battery with the housing groves
• slide the battery back until it locks in place
Battery Changing
Battery Release
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Rechargeable NiMH Batteries - Standard SuperCell Battery - Duration 4 Hrs
Battery Charging• connect the AC or DC power supply to the charger
• place a battery in the charger, the center LED should turn red. Leave until the LED turns green
Charge Times : • 1 battery +/- 90 minutes,
• (direct charge) 2 batteries +/- 90 minutes
Battery Charging
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Built-in Temperature Measurement
Grip - Pistol or Action Grip
Battery - SuperCell Plus (Duration 7 Hrs)
Battery - Alkaline AA
Integral Wireless Transmission Systems: • FM Universal, 2.5 GHz
• Digital Spread Spectrum 2.5 GHz
• TV Standard: – PAL (625/50Hz) or NTSC (525/60Hz) – Monochrome
Optional Features
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Removable handgrips
Two types:• Action Grip: enables you to
simultaneously hold the camera and other things
• Pistol Grip: comfortable grip for prolonged periods of time
Both Grips can be removed in seconds.
Optional Features
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Alkaline Battery Pack
Two NiMH SuperCell batteries and charger
Standard Alkaline AA Batteries with the 'EasyLoad’ cassette.
Insert and remove the 'EasyLoad’ cassette battery in the same way as the NIMH battery
Note: This battery must not be placed into the battery charger
Optional Features
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Video Output
Industry standard ‘BNC’ video output
Optional Features
Video output
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Transmitter On/Off Button
Transmitter On/Off Button (if transmitter fitted)
Press the Transmitter On/Off button to activate the transmitter
Optional Features
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Accidental deactivation
Lens and screen
Carrying strap position
Oversaturation
Superheated sources
Not intrinsically safe
When using TICs
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Checked as part of appliance or equipment inventory:• Cleanliness
• Cracks and damage
• Loose and missing items
• Strap/s
• Optic lens and display screen
• Battery compartment
• Battery
• Controls/systems check
• Return and secure
• Report problems
Inspecting the TIC
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Visually inspect
Battery
Systems check
Neck/carry strap
Protect
Lens and screen
Maintaining TIC During Use
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Clean
Charge batteries
Stow dry
Maintaining TIC After Use
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• Components
• Specifications
• Operation
• Microbolometer Shutter
• Accessories
• Battery Changing
• Battery Charging
• Optional features
• When using TICs
• Inspection and maintenance
Summary
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Questions