MobileLink Handheld Receiver
User Manual
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MobileLink Receiver Use and
Operation
Bullard offers the MobileLink handheld receiver as a
field-use accessory to receive transmitted thermal
imaging video from the Bullard Wireless Remote
Video Transmitter (sold separately). Used together,
these products enable Incident Commanders the
opportunity to monitor up to four different thermal
imagers being used at the same location by toggling
between signals (depending on the transmitter
system installed). The mobility of the MobileLink is
unique in that the user can monitor the scene from
various strategic locations, without being grounded
at one particular place. The MobileLink is compatible
with all Bullard transmitter and thermal imager
models and is also compatible with other
manufacturers’ thermal imager models. Call Bullard
to ensure compatibility with your thermal imager, if
it is not a Bullard manufactured unit.
Setting up the MobileLink
The MobileLink
(Figure 1)
operates with one 10V
NiMH battery
(Figure 2)
, the same battery that
powers the Bullard T3 series and TACSIGHT Thermal
Imagers. When replacing the battery, it must be
inserted so that the lettering on the label is upright
and facing the unit. Slide the top of the battery into
the allotted slot, and then press the bottom of the
battery until the unit snaps into place. For battery
removal, simply pull down the handle underneath
the battery and pull out the battery. Nominal
continuous operating time for a fully charged
battery is 2 hours. Use the standard charger or the
spare battery charger on the Powerhouse charging
system (sold separately) to charge the battery.
Changing Channels
To change channels, turn the channel selector on
the top of the unit corresponding to the channel on
the transmitting thermal imager you wish to receive
(Figure 3)
. The image from that thermal imager
will appear. For a two channel receiver, turn the
channel selector to either A or B.
Connecting a recording device
Next to the channel selector, the MobileLink has a
BNC connector as a video output source. For
convenience, Bullard has supplied a BNC to RCA
adapter in order to record using a standard RCA
video component.
Connecting the antenna
A 2.4GHz “rubber duck” antenna is shipped with the
MobileLink. Other types of antennas with a TNC
connector may be used, such as external omni
directional and directional antennas (50 Ohms
impedance). For best performance, ensure that the
antenna is connected.
Signal quality may vary considerably depending
upon location. Composition and construction of
interior walls and barriers will affect range.
Likewise, outdoor operation could be affected by
large metallic objects, structures, fences, and
dense foliage. Repositioning of both transmitter and
MobileLink may be necessary to optimize
performance. Do not expose receiver equipment to
water.
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3
Channel selector
