ThermovisionFLIR PTSeries Installation Manual

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Analog Video
(monitoring output only)
Camera Power IP NetworkAnalog Visible Video
Analog Infrared Video
Figure 1-3: PT-Series Camera ConnectionsHeater Power
Not used
Serial Connector
for local control
Gland A Camera End
Serial and IP Communications
Main Analog Video
Gland B Camera EndAuxiliary Analog Video and Power
EthernetSerial
Control
Male
BNC
Video
Ethernet
RS232
RS422
20 AWG MAXRX+ TX+
GND
RD(A)-GND
RD(B)+TD(A)-TD(B)+
1 2
3 4...

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1.6.3 Ethernet Connection
The cable gland seal is designed for use with Shielded Category 6 Ethernet cable.
1.6.4 Serial Connection
For serial communications, it is necessary to set the parameters such as the signalling standard (RS-
232 or RS-422), baud rate, number of stop bits, parity and so on. It is also necessary to select the 
communication protocol used (either Pelco D or Bosch) and the camera address. By default, the...

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The figure below shows the locations of dip switches SW102 and SW103. 
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...

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Other Serial Communication Parameters:  The tables below defines the switch locations, bit 
numbering and on/off settings used in controlling the other serial communication parameters.
Ta b l e 1 - 2 :  D i p  S w i t c h  S e t t i n g s — S W 1 0 3
SettingsDescription
Baud rate:  This is the baud rate of the system user serial 
port. The available values are 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 
kbaud.Bit 1 Bit 2
OFF OFF 2400
ON OFF 4800
OFF...

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1.9 PT-Series Camera Specifications
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.
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 (lens/model dependent)24° ×...

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2Basic Operation and Configuration
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
ThePT-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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control the camera with a serial device at the same time as someone does through the software IP 
interface, the serial device takes priority. 
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 
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2.2 Basic Test and Configuration Steps
Assuming the existing network uses IP addresses that are unique and different than the default 
address on the camera, configuring the camera for IP communications generally involves the 
following steps:
Step 1 Connect the Ethernet port to an IP network that is isolated from the existing camera network 
(for example, a standalone switch)
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the serial number, IP address, Pelco address, and the Baud rate. For example:
S/N: 1234567
IP Addr: 192.168.250.116
PelcoD (Addr:1): 9600 SW
2.4 Web Browser Interface
Use a web browser to connect to the camera as described below, and confirm it is streaming video. 
Once the bench test is complete, use the web browser to make configuration changes as needed (for 
example, set the IP address to an address that is compatible with...