I.R.I.S. 316 - Manual (Page 3)

1.01 Introduction
IRIS216 and IRIS316 Thermal Imaging PTZ cameras convert
heat emitted and reflected from objects into a detailed visual
image. This means they can be used to provide visibility in
absolute zero light conditions.
They provide an incredibly powerful method to help navigate at
night and in low light or poor visibility conditions. Any changes in
temperature greater then 50mK are detected, meaning it's
possible to observe reflections of objects, footprints after a
person has left the area or even the texture of snow and ice.
A powerful sensor known as a Micro-bolometer picks up the long
range infra red waveforms omitted and reflected by all objects
and converts them into electrical signals which are used to build
up a visual screen. The amount of pixels on the sensor and their
proximity to each other determine the sensitivity of the unit and
the resolution of the picture. The IRIS216 has a 384x288
resolution and the IRIS316 has a 640x480 resolution. The
IRIS216 is referred to as a QVGA resolution, although in fact it
has 44% more pixels than a standard QGVA image. The
IRIS316 is referred to as a VGA camera. Both cameras have a
pixel pitch of 17µm.
Iris thermal imaging cameras are perfect additions to both
leisure marine and commercial marine navigational and
situational awareness set-ups. They are also used widely by the
military and emergency services. Iris Thermal cameras are
feature rich, high quality situational awareness and night vision
tools. Because the wavelengths used are twenty times longer
than the wavelengths in the visible part of the spectrum, the
radiation undergoes less scattering by particles in the
atmosphere and as a result, visibility through smoke, mist and
fog can also be improved.
Iris Innovations range of Thermal Imaging cameras employ
cutting edge technology to enhance on board safety and
security in a variety of ways never seen before in the marine
industry. Key features include:
• Continuous ʻSmoothʼ Digital Zoom, up to 36x
• 9 Colour Palettes, each with reverse polarity
• 5 Scene Modes offer contrast and gain settings specially
designed to enhance the image in different circumstances.
• 4 Automatic Scan and Sweep Modes
• Realtime Positional Indicator
• 360˚ Variable Speed Continuous Rotation
• 210˚ Variable Speed Tilt Mode
• Auto-Flip Feature to Automatically Correct the Camera
Orientation when the Tilt Passes itʼs Tilt Azimuth
• Video Freeze Feature
• User Programmable Pattern Tours
• IRIS216 Model features 44% Greater Resolution then
Standard QVGA Cameras
• IRIS316 features 17µm Pixel Pitch for Superior Picture
Clarity.
• Thermal Sensitivity <50mK
• Standard or Hanging Mounting
1.02 Manual Validity:
This manual covers the installation and operation of Iris
Innovations 216 and 316 series Thermal Imaging PTZ cameras,
covering the following models: IRIS216-75 (NTSC Low refresh
rate(7.5Hz)), IRIS216-30 (NTSC High refresh rate(30.Hz)),
IRIS216-83 (PAL Low refresh rate(8.3Hz)), IRIS216-25 (PAL
High refresh rate(25Hz)), IRIS316-75 (NTSC Low refresh rate
(7.5Hz)), IRIS316-30 (NTSC High refresh rate(30.Hz)),
IRIS316-83 (PAL Low refresh rate(8.3Hz)), IRIS316-25 (PAL
High refresh rate(25Hz))
1.03 Detection Ranges
Based on NATO criteria for Human and Typical Vessel targets.
Actual range may vary depending on camera set up,
environmental conditions, user experience and type of monitor
or display used.
Model IRIS216 IRIS316
Resolution & Pitch 384x288~25micron 640x480~17micron
Focal Length
18.5mm 25mm
HFOV 29.1˚ 24.6˚
Person 1.8m H x 0.5m W 1.8m H x 0.5m W
Detection 454 Meters 897 Meters
Recognition 114 Meters 224 Meters
Identification 57 Meters 112 Meters
Boat / Vehicle 2.3m H x 2.3m W 2.3m H x 2.3m W
Detection 1289 Meters 2546 Meters
Recognition 322 Meters 637 Meters
Identification 161 Meters 318 Meters
1.04 Important Warranty Information.
This product is covered by a 1 year return to base warranty valid
from date of purchase. To qualify for an additional year warranty
free of charge beginning at the end of the original warranty
period and learn more about the terms and conditions of the
warranty, register your product at
www.boat-cameras.com
1.04 Conventions:
At various points within this guide, the following icons will be
used to illustrate important or potentially dangerous information:
! ! WARNING
! ! This symbol indicates a risk of damaging the
! ! camera or other items or an important issue that
! ! may effect the operation of the camera.
! ! INFORMATION
! ! This symbol points out important information
! ! pertaining to the installation, operation and
! ! maintenance of the camera.
! ! DANGER
! ! This symbols alerts the user of a serious risk of
! ! damage or personal injury or death.