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INTRODUCTION
The Argus
TM
4 is the latest generation of the Argus
TM
Thermal Imaging Camera
(TIC) from e2v technologies. With over 25 years experience in fire-fighters’ thermal
imaging, e2v technologies continues to produce high quality, affordable systems
designed for fire and heat detection for use with civilian, industrial and military
rescue services.
The Argus
TM
4 has been designed with digital imaging technology for a sharper
picture and uses the highly successful Amorphous Silicon (ASi) Microbolometer
Detector that is in use by many of the world’s fire brigades.
The Argus
TM
4 is simple to operate. It is a robust, self-contained camera, which has
fully automatic operation; no control or adjustment is required in use. The Argus
®
4
is a small, lightweight, ergonomic camera and through proper use, the user will be
able to:
•
See through dense smoke and in darkness.
•
Detect and display the relative temperatures of objects within the scene.
•
Locate the seat and spread of the fire.
•
Move swiftly in search and rescue of casualties.
•
Have the ability to see in zero visibility conditions.
•
Significantly improve safety and mobility.
•
Monitor temperatures for preventive maintenance and condition monitoring of
equipment.
The Argus
TM
4 is designed to withstand the high temperatures, knocks and driving
spray often encountered in the fire-fighting environment and has many features that
can be customised by the end user. These features include:
•
Capture of 100 images.
•
Direct Temperature Measurement.
•
Choice of colour palettes.
•
Ambient Temperature Measurement.
•
Customisable Start-up Screen.
•
2x Zoom (Argus
TM
4 HR320: 2x and 4x Zoom).
•
Time and Date.
•
Removable Handle.
This manual contains information covering operation of the system and operating
techniques, user maintenance, care of the product and a full technical specification.
Note: The P7030 and P7130 Series of thermal imaging cameras are subject to
export controls. An export licence will be required if exported outside
the EU.
