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The system displays a warning as it restarts the network:
When the IP address is changed, the browser window opened under the old IP 
address is no longer valid. Type the new static IP address into the browser 
address field, or return to Network (Win 7/Vista) or My Network Places (Win XP) 
to find the camera. UPnP broadcast is never disabled for M-Series cameras, even 
when using a static IP address.
When the camera is in static mode, clicking on the Factory IP Defaults link results 
in the following warning. 
						

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Changing the IP Address of the JCU
The JCU communicates through the Ethernet IP protocol just like the M-Series 
camera does. Each JCU is configured by default to obtain an IP address 
dynamically from the system.
On the JCU, the IP address is displayed by pressing the COLOR button and puck 
at the same time. The IP is displayed for 3 seconds and then the display returns 
to the camera name or other the state it was in before the IP request was made. 
On networks with specific requirements, you may need to assign the JCU a static 
IP address.You do this using steps similar to the way you changed the camera IP 
address:
1.Determine the JCU IP address by pressing the COLOR button and puck at the 
same time. The IP address displays on the JCU screen.
2.Type the JCU IP address into the address bar of the browser.
The JCU control page displays, with a picture of the JCU.
3.For Network Addressing, select Static.
4.Enter the new value you want to use in the IP field. The Network Mask should 
fill in automatically (255.255.255.0).
5.Click Save to save your changes and exit the control page.
When software updates become available, you can use the Firmware Update 
field to load the update to the camera. Contact the FLIR dealer where you 
purchased the camera for additional information, or contact FLIR directly. 
						

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Custom Network Applications
Programmers/Integrators
In more advanced/sophisticated installations where other devices such as radars 
are present on the network, the use of a PC allows more complicated 
configuration, flexibility and customization. This interface is primarily intended to 
give installers, dealers or even system integrators direct access to low-level 
configuration options and to the actual network commands as they are being 
processed.
For specialized applications, FLIR offers the Nexus Software Developers Kit 
(SDK) that lets a marine electronics integrator write custom software programs 
based on the Nexus communication protocol. The SDK is a tool that helps 
integrators deploy FLIR M-Series thermal imaging cameras and other marine 
electronics such as radar in advanced networks. The SDK accelerates any 
application programming with FLIR Systems thermal imaging cameras and lets 
integrators combine camera functionality with other sensors and detection 
devices to take full advantage of this advanced technology. 
Nexus implements a text-based common gateway interface (CGI) using a simple 
grammar to format commands going from a client to a camera sensor system, 
which may include multiple devices such as IR/DLTV cameras, GPS, or radar. 
Responses from the sensor to a client are formatted in Java Script Object 
Notation (JSON). A subset of Nexus CGI commands have been tested and 
validated on the M-Series product. A listing of validated commands for use with 
M-Series is provided in FLIR document number 432-0003-00-70. 
The SDK is available for download at no charge from the FLIR Network Systems 
Web site. The SDK helps software developers create SDK-based applications 
that make use of the rich features in the Nexus application. It provides a step-by-
step guide for the creation of applications to control the pan/tilt motion of cameras, 
individual camera settings such as zoom and gain control, and many other 
powerful features that allow integration of Nexus-enabled cameras into on-board 
control systems.
You can find the SDK for download on the FLIR Developers Network tab: 
http://ns.flir.com/ 
If you are a new user, you must register as a developer before you can download 
the SDK. Register and create an account on the FLIR Web site before 
downloading any files. You can purchase optional software support packages at 
the same location. Contact your FLIR dealer where you purchased the camera for 
additional information, or contact FLIR directly using the contact information 
printed on the back of this manual.  
						

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Command Strings
For programmers and integrators, the actual command strings that are sent back 
and forth with the camera are displayed in the Command Strings fields at the 
bottom of the M-Series control page. The transmitted commands are displayed in 
the TX field and the received commands are displayed in the RX field. 
The commands sent back and forth are part of a communication protocol known 
as the FLIR Network Application Programming Interface (API). For custom 
network applications, this protocol can be used by software developers to 
integrate a FLIR camera with other marine electronic devices and other software 
applications. 
Resources Available
If you would like more information about thermal imaging cameras and about 
integrating FLIR products with other marine electronics, please visit our Web site 
or call to speak with an Applications expert, using the contact information 
available on the back cover of this document.
Training
If you are interested in learning about thermal imaging cameras FLIR offers 
complimentary training courses at the Infrared Training Center:
http://www.flir.com/training 
						

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CHAPTER 6M-Series Reference 
Information
Introduction
This chapter includes a glossary of acronyms, a list of symbols used in on-screen 
display, and a number of lists and tables that summarize system information and 
show how features vary by camera model.
It also includes a set of tips for troubleshooting issues. 
Acronyms 
Table 6.1 lists each acronym that is used in this manual and its meaning. 
TABLE 6.1  Acronyms
Acronym/Term Definition
AGC Automatic Gain Control
ANSIAmerican National Standards Institute 
API Application Programming Interface
DLTV Daylight TV, used to reference visible-band cameras
EAR Export Administration Regulations
EMI Electromagnetic Interference
FFC Flat Field Correction
FLIRForward Looking Infrared
FoV Field of View
FPS Frames per Second (refresh rate) 
						

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HFoV Horizontal Field of View
ICD Interface Control Document
IECInternational Electrotechnical Commission
IEEEInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
IP Internet Protocol
IR Infrared or thermal
JCU Joystick Control Unit
LCD Liquid Crystal Display
MFD Multifunction display
NMEANational Marine Electronics Association
NTSC National Television System Committee
PAL Phase Alternating Line
P/T Pan/Tilt
PoE Power over Ethernet
SCTESociety of Cable Telecommunications Engineers 
SDK Software Developer’s Kit
UPnP Universal Plug and Play
VDC Volts, Direct Current
VIS Visible (visible band camera reference)
TABLE 6.1  Acronyms
Acronym/Term Definition 
						

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List of Icons
Table 6.2 lists every icon that may display on the screen during various 
operations, with a brief description of its meaning. Some icons display 
permanently and some only display briefly. The display of some icons is affected 
by settings on the Symbology Menu (see page 35). The last four icons in this table 
display only on the camera model with stabilization.
TABLE 6.2  Video Display Icons
Icon Name Description
Azimuth (Position) Shows the azimuth (or direction) of the camera 
relative to the vessel. The shaded triangle shows 
the approximate camera field of view (FOV).
Freeze The IR video has been momentarily paused. Move 
the puck to resume the display. On the M-618CS 
model, the DLTV video will also freeze.
Home
Indicates the camera is in the home position; 
the icon flashes when a new home position is 
set.
JCUIndicates a single JCU is connected to the 
camera
.
Multiple JCUs Indicates more than one JCU is connected to the 
camera.
PC
Indicates a PC on the network has a 
connection with the camera. You can use the 
PC to control the camera.
Rearview Mode Indicates camera is in rearview mode so that 
images are flipped horizontally.
Scene: Night Running One of four preset automatic gain control settings 
optimized for use on the open water at night.
Scene: Night Docking One of four preset automatic gain control settings 
optimized for use when the boat is docking at night.
Scene: Day Running One of four preset automatic gain control settings 
optimized for use on the open water during the day.
Scene: Man Overboard One of four preset automatic gain control settings 
optimized for providing visibility to small moving 
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Icons Used with Mechanical Stabilization
Lock Indicates that Point Mode is enabled and pan 
motion is not stabilized.
Lock Off  Indicates that Point Mode is disabled and pan 
motion is stabilized.
Stabilization Off Indicates the stabilization setting, which improves 
camera image stability, has been disabled. This 
icon remains on the screen. 
Stabilization On Indicates the stabilization setting, which improves 
camera image stability, has been enabled. This 
icon flashes momentarily on the screen. 
TABLE 6.2  Video Display Icons
Icon Name Description 
						

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System Specifications
Table 6.3 lists details about physical characteristics, power usage, and 
environmental features of your M-Series camera.
TABLE 6.3  Specifications
Physical Characteristics
Camera Size  17.8 cm (7 in) diameter by under 29.2 cm (11.5 in) tall
Camera Weight Under 5.4 kg (12 lb), depending on the camera model
Joystick Size 9.1 X 14.2 X 8.13 cm (3.6 X 5.6 X 3.2 in)
3.17 cm (1.25 in) above platform including joystick
Joystick Weight .45 kg (1 lb)
Power
Camera Input Power 12 – 24 V DC nominal, 5 A Max
Absolute range 10 – 32V DC
(–10%/+30% per IEC 60945)
Camera Output Power (to 
JCU)Power Over Ethernet (PoE) per IEEE 802.3af
48V mode B PoE, RJ45
JCU Input Power Power over Ethernet (PoE) per IEEE 802.3af
Consumption 25W Nominal
42W Max (dual payload) 
Environmental
Operating temperature 
range–25° C to +55° C (–11° F to +131° F)
Storage temperature range –40º C to +85º C (–38º F to +185º F)
Automatic Window defrost Standard (automatic at unit power-up)
Sand/dust Mil-Std-810E
Automatic Window de-icing Standard (automatic at unit power-up)
Water Ingress IPX 6
Shock 15 g vertical, 9 g horizontal
Vibration  IEC 60945; MIL-STD-810E
Lightening Protection  Standard
Salt Mist  IEC 60945
Wind  100 knot (115.2 mph)
EMI IEC 60945 
						

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Feature Comparison of M-Series Models 
The following table lists each M-Series model and its supported features. Each 
model is available in four variations, identified by a unique part number:
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