ThermovisionFLIR FSeries Installation Manual

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1.6.2 Video Connection
The analog video connection on the back of the camera is a BNC connector. The camera also 
provides an RCA video connector that can be used to temporarily monitor the video output, without 
disconnecting the BNC connection.
The video cable used should be rated as RG59U or better to ensure a quality video signal. 
1.6.3 Ethernet Connection
The cable gland seal is designed for use with Shielded Category 6 Ethernet...

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1.7 Serial Communications Overview
The installer must decide if the serial communications settings will be configured via hardware (DIP 
switch settings) or software. If the camera has an Ethernet connection, then generally it will be easier 
(and more convenient in the long run) to make configuration settings via software. Then configuration 
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If the Software Override DIP switch is set to the software position (as it is by default), all of the other 
DIP switches will be ignored, and configuration changes must be made through software. If the switch 
is set to the hardware position, all configuration settings related to serial communications are made 
with the DIP switches, and changes that are made via software (with a web browser) will be ignored.
The following image shows the...

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Camera Control Protocol:  This is the communication 
protocol selected for the system when operating over the 
serial port. The available protocols are Pelco-D and Bosch.
Bit 3 Bit 4
Off Off Pelco-D
On Off NA
Off On Bosch
On On NA
Serial Communication Standard:  This determines the 
electrical interface selected for the user serial port. The 
available settings are RS422 and RS232.Bit 5 Bit 6
Off Off NA
On Off RS422
Off On RS232
On...

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1.8 F-Series Camera Specifications
Note
Power consumption is independent of the input voltage when the heater is off. The power drawn by 
the heaters increases with the input voltage to a maximum at 30 Volts.
13 mm, 25 mm, 35 mm, Resolution
THERMAL CAMERA SPECS
Detector TypeLong-Life, Uncooled  
VO× Microbolometer
Pixel Pitch25 μm
Focal Length (lens/model dependent)9 mm, 13 mm, 19 mm 9 mm, 13 mm, 19 mm, 
35 mm, 65 mm, 100 mm
Field Of View...

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This chapter provides basic information on how to operate a new camera that has not yet been 
configured. A bench test can be used to verify camera operation before the camera is configured for the 
local network. This chapter also provides basic configuration information.
2.1 Nexus IP Camera
TheF-Series camera is an IP camera with Nexus capabilities, which means there is a microprocessor 
inside that runs the Nexus Server...

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Not all parameter settings are described in this manual. If you need help during the configuration 
process, contact your local FLIR representative or, call 888-747-3547 inside the US. 
2.1.3 Serial Communications 
Cameras that have a serial interface support a limited set of pan/tilt/zoom and focus commands over 
RS-422 or RS-232 serial communications using common protocols (Pelco D or Bosch). By default, 
the camera is...

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Even if using analog video and serial communications in the final installation, it is a good idea to test 
the IP communications when performing the bench test. If any image adjustments are necessary, they 
can be done using a web browser over the IP connection, and saved as power-on default settings. 
With the camera powered up, analog video can be tested at the BNC connectors. Connect the 
camera video output to a video monitor...

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2.3.1 Log into the Camera Web Page
Step 1 Open a web browser and enter: http:\\
.168.250.116. The login screen with a picture of 
the camera will appear. 
Step 2 Enter user for the User Name and user for the Password, and click Login.
The Live Video page will be displayed, with a live image from the camera on the left part of the 
screen. Next to the FLIR logo along the top of the screen are some menu choices, including Live...