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 e2v technologies (uk) limited 2013 

CR 113590 

P7250UM version 4, page 11 

1.5 

Operating Notes 

 

The following information relates to a “white-hot” image. 

 

 

Interpreting The Image 

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Relative Temperatures 

The image displayed is simply a black and white picture of the infrared 
energy entering the lens. The camera displays relative temperature 
differences between individual objects and their surroundings irrespective of 
overall ambient temperature. 

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Image Clarity 

The sharpness and clarity of the image provided is related to the 
temperature of the scene and objects in view. A cold room provides little 
infrared energy and less detail is detected than in a warm environment 
where objects give off significant energy. In general, the warmer the scene, 
the more thermal contrast and hence the greater detail in the picture. 

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Temperature Differences 

The camera is set up to display objects at various shades between black for 
cooler items and white for hotter bodies, e.g. in a room at 20

°

C a cold drink 

would appear black whilst a hot radiator would appear white. However, in a 
room at 250 

°

C, it is possible that the same hot radiator may appear darker 

than, for example, burning materials. 

 

 

Search for Persons and Objects 

The camera is not restricted to locating fugitives. In many cases, the user will be 
using the camera to search for hidden suspects, guard dogs, dangerous 
obstacles, evidence, and drug interdiction operations. 
 

 

Search and Rescue 

The camera can view large areas of land and water, searching rapidly.  
Searches can be preformed during darkness or full sunlight and in a variety of 
weather conditions. 
 

 

Covert Surveillance 

Thermal imagers can immediately highlight if a vehicle has recently been moved 
(hot tyres, brakes, engine compartment) and is advantageous in urban areas. 
The camera can also investigate between homes, buildings and see into dark 
garages and entranceways. 

 

 

Windows and Polished Surfaces 

Glass is not transparent to long wavelength infrared energy and it is not possible 
for the operator to use the camera to look through a window. A white window 
would indicate that the window itself is relatively warm. Just as we see 
reflections in glass under normal circumstances, it is possible that the camera 
can detect infrared reflections in glass, mirrors and polished or painted surfaces. 
Care must be taken to ensure that the image seen is not simply a reflection. 
Experience will give the operator added confidence. 

Summary of Contents for argus

Page 1: ...the camera at a source of extreme temperature e g the sun as this can damage the detector e2v technologies recommends that the Argus F Type is stored in the supplied case or storage mount Failure to...

Page 2: ...1 3 Camera Features 6 1 4 Display Warning Graphics 10 1 5 Operating Notes 11 2 Menu Control Functions 12 3 Rechargeable Battery Pack and Battery Charger 15 4 Software 18 5 Cleaning Maintenance and Re...

Page 3: ...n be used for Search and rescue of casualties and fugitives Seeing in zero visibility conditions and significantly improving safety Detecting someone penetrating a border even under the cover of darkn...

Page 4: ...iguration 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 Rear Bumper 5 Battery Release Button 2 Battery 6 Side Strap 3 USB Data Lead Socket 7 Removable Handle 4 Front Bumper 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 Date 6 Time 2 Spot Temperature Target...

Page 5: ...ill bring up the on screen menu while a long 8 second press will go through the menu and turn off the camera After switch on and for approximately 5 seconds a start up screen will be displayed on the...

Page 6: ...hot objects appear green o Night Seeker Green Black Hot Colourises the picture using a green tint where hot objects appear black o Night Seeker Red White Hot Colourises the picture using a red tint w...

Page 7: ...range Note that with this mode the image may contain large areas of black and white if the whole current image has large areas that differ widely from the central spot especially in the 1 C range sett...

Page 8: ...ing surface emissivities which will produce variations in the temperature readings Variations can also be caused by the distance from the object This temperature measurement must be regarded as an ind...

Page 9: ...range for this mode is between 20 C and 200 C 4 F and 392 F Zoom A short press on the right hand button operates the zoom function Each press of the button changes the zoom status The zoom will scroll...

Page 10: ...g temperature warning is present the camera is very close to its absolute operating limit and the image will start to degrade considerably The user must remove the unit from the high ambient temperatu...

Page 11: ...hot radiator may appear darker than for example burning materials Search for Persons and Objects The camera is not restricted to locating fugitives In many cases the user will be using the camera to s...

Page 12: ...as been selected press the centre button to access further actions described below Pressing the centre button again will perform or set the action and return to the previous menu Scrolling down to the...

Page 13: ...ch Mode White Hot Search Mode Black Hot Compare Mode White Hot Compare Black Hot Selecting off returns to the previous chosen colour scheme in standard automatic mode Display Stored Images The stored...

Page 14: ...emperature Units F Spot Off Select the preferred option to set this in the camera Language Select the preferred option to set this in the camera About This screen shows a number of diagnostic items Pr...

Page 15: ...ttery pack provides an output to the battery status Indicator on the camera display This battery status indicator provides a continuous colour display of the remaining charge allowing the user to avoi...

Page 16: ...rechargeable battery Disposal of batteries should be in line with local procedures and they should be segregated from domestic waste Alternatively the batteries may be returned to e2v technologies fo...

Page 17: ...ing finished Maintenance mode To charge another battery Remove charged battery Wait for yellow before inserting next battery 30 seconds Other indications Battery cold 0 C 32 F slow charging Fast charg...

Page 18: ...tware The customer software allows the user to perform the following tasks View and download images to the PC and save them in standard formats bmp and jpg Save images for later manipulation Delete im...

Page 19: ...d will invalidate the warranty THERE ARE NO OTHER USER SERVICEABLE PARTS Handle P7250HA To remove the handle spin the large thumbwheel anti clockwise until the handle detaches from the camera body Ref...

Page 20: ...200 C 40 F to 1832 F via 2 ranges with auto switching Refresh rate 60 Hz Spot temperature range 40 C to 1000 C 32 F to 1832 F Lens Lens material Germanium Focal length 8 6mm P7250 series 19mm P7225 s...

Page 21: ...ling IP67 Charging temperature 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F 65 C 150 F can be tolerated Charger input voltage 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 1 A max Charger operating temperature 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F Video Ou...

Page 22: ...is contract THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS IMPLIED OR STATUTORY AND IS STRICTLY LIMITED TO THE TERMS HEREOF e2v SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF F...

Page 23: ...t was encoded by a customer engaged in a personal and non commercial activity and or was obtained from a video provider licensed by MPEG LA to provide MPEG 4 video No license is granted or shall be im...

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