Flir ThermovisionMDSeries Installation Manual

							MD-Series
432-0010-00-12
Revision 100
Apr 2013
Installation Guide 
						

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CHAPTER 1 Installing MD-Series Systems ............................. ........................ 3
Additional References .................................................................................................................... 4
Documentation Conventions .......................................................................................................... 4
Warnings and Cautions............................................................................................... 4
System Overview. ....................................................................................................... 5
MD-Series Dome Assembly ........................................................................................................... 6
Configuring and Controlling the Camera ........................................................................................ 6
Installation Overview................................................................................................... 7
Installation Planning. ................................................................................................... 9
Installation Options ......................................................................................................................... 9
Location Considerations ............................................................................................................... 10
Camera Settings ............................................................................................................................11
Physical Installation. .................................................................................................. 12
Remove the Camera Unit Dome .................................................................................................. 13
Mount the Camera Unit ................................................................................................................ 13
Route Camera Cables .................................................................................................................. 16
Complete Electrical Connections ................................................................................................. 23
Adjust Camera Position ................................................................................................................ 24
Replace the Dome Cover ............................................................................................................. 26
Installing Optional Components. ............................................................................... 26
Connecting Optional Components ................................................................................................ 27
Installing a Joystick Control Unit (JCU) ........................................................................................ 28
CHAPTER 2 MD-Series Reference .................................................. ............. 33
Introduction............................................................................................................... 33
MD-Series Maintenance. ........................................................................................... 33
Cleaning the Camera Optics ........................................................................................................ 33
Cleaning the Camera Body .......................................................................................................... 34
Cleaning the JCU ......................................................................................................................... 34
MD-Series Specifications. ......................................................................................... 35
External Standards. ................................................................................................... 36
Acronyms. ................................................................................................................. 37
Feature Comparison of MD-Series Models. .............................................................. 38
Troubleshooting Tips. ................................................................................................ 39
On Screen Messages ................................................................................................................... 41
Restoring the Factory Network Settings ....................................................................................... 42
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CHAPTER 1Installing MD-Series 
Systems
This manual describes the installation of the MD-Series camera. If you need help 
or have additional questions, please call to speak with our support experts; see 
the phone numbers on the back cover of this manual. 
This manual includes information about the following topics:
• System overview
• Installation overview and planning
• Detailed installation instructions including mounting the camera, routing the  cables, connecting power, and  adjusting the camera position
• Installing optional  components for controlling the camera
• Maintaining the camera
• Camera specifications and other reference information  
						

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Additional References
The MD-Series camera comes with a complete documentation set on a CD (FLIR 
Doc. # 432-0010-50) that includes this manual as well as others. All documents 
are in PDF format and can be viewed with Adobe Acrobat Reader:
•MD-Series Operator’s Manual  (FLIR Doc. # 432-0010-00-10) contains 
information about how to configure, use, and operate the camera
• MD-Series Quick Start Guide  (FLIR Doc. # 432-0010-00-QS) shows the on-
screen icons and their meaning
• MD-Series Interface Co ntrol Document (ICD) (FLIR Doc. # 432-0010-00-19) 
is an extensive set of CAD drawings with detailed component dimensions, 
wiring schemes, mounting dimensions,  and several possible connectivity 
options
This manual frequently refers to the ICD drawings for details during the 
installation steps. Ensure these drawin gs are available before beginning the 
installation.
The ICD drawings are also available from the FLIR Web site:
http://www.flir.com/cvs/americas/en/maritime/ae/
Refer to the Resources Web page for up-to-date documentation: http://www.flir.com/cvs/americas/en/maritime/resources/
Documentation Conventions
For safety, and to achieve the highest levels of performance from the MD-Series 
system, always follow the  warnings and cautions in this manual when handling 
and operating the MD-Series camera system.
Warning:  Warning notices are used to em phasize that hazardous voltages, 
currents, temperatures, or other conditions that could cause personal injury or 
death exist with this equipment, or may be associated with its use. 
Caution:  Caution notices are used where equipment might be damaged if care is 
not taken or an operation migh t have an unexpected outcome.
Note: Notes call attention to information  that is especially significant to 
understanding and operating the equipment.
Warnings and Cautions
Warning:  Do not use the MD-Series imaging system as the primary navigation 
system. Use it in conjunction with ot her navigation aids and a primary manual 
navigation system. 
						

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 Installing MD-Series Systems
Warning: Use extreme caution when installing th e product in elevated locations, 
such as on top of a boat or on a mast. Do not perform the installation in wet 
conditions when surfaces could be slippery. Follow local codes and observe 
standard maritime electronic installation best practices.
Warning:  Use of insufficient wire gauge can result in fire. Follow local codes and 
observe standard maritime electronic practices for wiring electronic systems.
Caution:  Do not open the camera ball assembly for any reason. The outer 
enclosure (dome) can be removed during installation but should remain in place 
during normal use. Disassembly of the camera ball assembly can cause 
permanent damage  and will void the warranty.
Caution:  Be careful not to leave fingerprints on the camera optics. Also, if the 
camera dome is removed, do not touch the gore vent on the back of the camera. 
Oil and other debris will clog  the vent and prevent it from functioning properly. 
Caution:  The MD-Series requires a Power over Ethernet (PoE) power source 
compliant to IEEE802.3af. The PoE injector (PN 4113746) supplied with the unit 
can accept 12 – 24 VDC nominal, and has an absolute range 10 – 32 VDC 
(–10%/+30% per IEC60945). The camera system comprising the PoE injector 
connected to the MD-Series camera requires less than 2.5 A. Operating the 
system outside of the specified input voltage range to the injector or the specified 
operating temperature range can cause permanent damage.
Caution:  During installation, ensure the cables exiting the bottom of the camera 
are not in contact with sharp edges, do not bend at sharp angles, and are not 
pinched between the bottom of the camera and the mounting surface. Do not pull 
on the cables with excessive force. 
System Overview
MD-Series is a maritime thermal imaging system for use on most types of 
vessels. The system has a single thermal imaging camera and is available in two 
models:
• Model MD-324 has a standard resolution camera that supports 2X zoom.
• Model MD-625 has a higher resolution camera that supports either 2X or 4X  zoom.
Details for each model are listed in “Fea ture Comparison of MD-Series Models” 
on page 38. 
The infrared (IR) thermal camera provides night-time imagery, even in total 
darkness, based on temperature differences.  It provides a clear video image even 
under completely dark conditions because  it is sensitive to thermal infrared 
energy.  
						

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The MD-Series consists of a fixed dome assembly, also known as the camera 
unit. The camera supplies an analog video output through a standard F-type 
connection and receives power from its Power over Ethernet (PoE) interface.
The MD-Series dome camera is an IP network device. In some installations, 
additional cameras, joystick control units (JCU), video equipment, personal 
computers, or wireless devices can optionally be used, and networking 
equipment such as switches and router s can be used to interconnect these 
components.
The MD-Series camera provides an analog video output, which can be 
connected to a video monitor, a multi-function display, or a 3rd-party IP video 
encoder. The camera does not provide IP video streaming natively, but the video 
stream from certain 3rd-party encoders can be integrated with the camera, and 
viewed through the camera’s web interfac e, the FLIR Mobile app, or with FLIR 
Sensors Manager (FSM) software. Refer to the  MD-Series Operator’s Manual for 
details on configuring the camera.
MD-Series Dome Assembly
The MD-Series thermal camera is contained in the ball of the dome assembly, 
which has a
 removable cover to protect the camera assembly inside. The outer 
dome is not intended to provide camera sealing. 
When the cover is removed at the time of  installation, the camera assembly can 
be mechanically positioned to allow the ca mera to point in the optimal direction. 
The assembly can be rotated up to 30° to either side, and can be tilted -27° to 
+34° (see “Adjust Camera Position” on page 24 for details). The entire camera 
can also be mounted upside down, known as ball-down installation. 
The sealed camera within the dome is rated IPX6 per IEC 60529. The outer 
enclosure dome is not a sealed volu me; it provides enhanced water-jet 
protection. With the outer enclosure dome  attached, the camera as a whole is 
rated IPX6 per IEC 60945. 
Configuring and Controlling the Camera
Typically, the camera is installed using  default settings and operated with those 
defaults without making any changes. The camera generates a video image to a 
monitor so long as it has power. In this  scenario, it is not necessary to make any 
changes to the camera settings and no camera control is needed.
Some of the default settings can be modified at the time of installation and the 
new settings can be used whenever the came ra is powered on. In this scenario, it 
is necessary to have camera control duri ng installation, but no camera control is 
needed while it is operating
If a PC or laptop or iOS device (iPhone or iPad) is on the network, the camera 
settings can be controlled while it is operating, in or der to zoom in/out or to 
modify the image settings in response  to changing conditions or personal 
preferences. 
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Since the MD-Series is a fixed camera, it is not possible to move (pan/tilt) the 
camera remotely while the camera is operati ng. Control of the camera is limited to 
making adjustments to the image and to accessing an on-screen configuration 
menu.The possible control functions or image adjustments are described in 
MD-Series Operator’s Manual .
Depending on how much control is needed  and what devices are available, there 
are several options for controlling the camera, including the following:
• Use a web browser running on a PC, laptop, smartphone or PDA through a  wireless connection or an Ethernet cable. Refer to the  MD-Series Operator’s 
Manual  for details on the web interface.
• Use the FLIR Mobile app available free through the iTunes store on an Apple  iOS device such as an iPad or iPhone. The app supports basic camera 
functions but not all configuration options. 
• Use a Multi-Function Display (MFD) from  Raymarine or other vendor. Refer to 
the MFD manufacturer to determine if co ntrol of the FLIR device is supported.
• Use a FLIR Maritime Joystick Control Un it (JCU), available as a separately-
purchased accessory. The JCU can be used to control the camera and/or 
access the on-screen menus  and configuration choices. 
If the MD-Series system is installed on  a network with other FLIR cameras (such 
as M-Series or Voyager III) that are op erated with the Maritime JCU, the existing 
JCU can be used to control  the MD-Series as well. Installing a JCU is described in 
“Installing Optional Co mponents” on page 26. 
Installation Overview
The MD-Series includes these standard components:
• Camera unit 
• O-ring for base (Part Number AS568-251)
• 7.7 meter (25-foot) double-shielded low smoke zero halogen (LSZH) Ethernet 
cable
• 7.7 meter (25-foot) coaxial cable for video output
• FLIR PoE injector (Part Number 4113746)
• RJ45 weatherproof coupler (Part Number 4115028) and various other video  adapters
• Female-to-female F-type video connectors (Part Number 4115330)
• Mounting hardware kit that includes six  M6 x 60 stainless steel-threaded studs 
with washers, nylock nuts, and acorn nuts, for attaching the MD-Series camera 
body
• Zip ties for use during installation
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• MD-Series documentation package 
Note: Only four studs are required to mo unt the camera; two are extra. For 
installations with special r equirements, substitute other mounting hardware as 
needed since the length required depends on the mounting platform thickness. 
It may be necessary to  supply the following items:
• Camera grounding strap. The required le ngth varies depending on the boats 
configuration. A ring terminal may be  needed for attaching the strap to the 
camera’s dedicated stud. This is typically made for16-14 gauge wire and #6 or 
M3 stud.
• Tools including the following:  Wrenches . 13-mm socket wrench, 10-mm wrench, 7/16 inch wrench, large 
adjustable wrench.
Cutters . Two types of cutters may be needed: one to remove the rubber boot 
from the Ethernet cable and one for stripping and terminating the wires for the 
PoE injector.
Drill . The drill size depends on how the  camera is mounted. When mounted 
from below using the M6 studs, a 6.4-mm diameter drill is required. When 
mounting from above by drilling thoug h the base, drill diameter depends on 
the choice of fastener size and type. 
• If drilling holes in the mounting plate for a top-down installation, 4 bolts of the  appropriate size and marine grade sealant (3M 4200 or equivalent).
• Loctite 242 or equivalent thread locker.
• Maritime grade sealing tape.
If one of the optional methods for cont rolling the camera will be used, additional 
components and steps may be required. See “Installin g Optional Components” 
on page 26 for more details. 
If an optional JCU was purchased with the camera, it includes: 
• JCU (Part Number 500-0385-00) 
• A second FLIR PoE injector (Part Number 4113746)
• 1 foot Ethernet cable
• 5 foot Ethernet cable
• Clamshell ferrite (Part Number 4134175)
Contact FLIR (phone numbers listed on the back cover of this manual) for more 
information regarding available access ories including JCUs, PoE equipment, 
video distribution amplifiers, cables,  connections, and mounting hardware.