INTRODUCTION
The Argus SC is the latest generation of the highly successful Argus Thermal Imaging Cameras (TIC's) from e2v
The Argus SC has been specifically designed to help Police, security and law enforcement officers to detect the heat signatures of people and objects. The camera can be used in conditions of zero visibility including complete darkness and smoke.
The Argus SC offers a simple-to-operate configuration and is a robust, self-contained camera, with fully automatic operation. It is lightweight and ergonomic and capable of withstanding harsh environments.
The ArgusSC uses a high-resolution 320 x 240 pixel, Amorphous Silicon (ASi) Microbolometer Detector. It has been designed using advanced digital imaging technology for a sharper picture and provides superior performance.
CAMERA STANDARD FEATURES
Argus®SC Specialist Search Camera
Introduction
The NEW Argus SC specialist searchcamera is the latest generation of the highly successful Argus thermal imaging camera. It has been specifically designed to help Police and security personel to detect the heat signaturesrequired in specialist search opperations.
The camera can be used in conditions of zero visibility including complete darkness and smoke.The Argus SC offers a simple-to-operate configuration and is a robust, self-contained camera, with fully automatic operation. It is lightweight and ergonomic and capable of withstanding harsh environments.
The ArgusSC uses a high-resolution 320 x 240 pixel, Amorphous Silicon (ASi) Microbolometer Detector. It has been designed using advanced digital imaging technology for a sharper picture and provides superior performance.
Camera standard features
The Argus SC comes with the most advanced features available in any thermal imaging camera. These include:
When selected this clever automatic function helps the user to scan an area (e.g. walls or equipment inside of a room) looking for anything unusual. (E.g. electronic equipment that may have been imbedded, any voids within a wall or any area of a wall that may have been tampered with.)
This mode allows the user to fix the camera's dynamic range to take an image and compare scenes in real time. A house being investigated as a suspected drug factory can be viewed with the camera, then using the image compare mode view a neighbouring house using the same dynamic range setting. If the image is darker, it implys that the first (suspected) house is much hotter therefore contributing to evidence that the house could be a residential drug factory.
Enhanced Dynamic Scene Colourisation (EDSC)
Colourises the thermal image to allow the user to pinpoint the areas of interest within the surveillance scene.
Direct Temperature Measurement (DTM)
Displays the temperature of objects within a defined area of the thermal scene.
SceneSaveTM Digital Image Capture
The Argus SC can capture and store up to 100 images. These can then be viewed or deleted using the on screen menu. Using the software provided, the captured images can be downloaded to a suitable laptop/PC and exported in various formats.
Dimmable LCD Diplay
The Argus SC can instantly turn off the LCD backlight to prevent recognition.
Customisable Start-up Screen
Brigade logos or station names can be added to the start-up screen for asset tracking and/or personalisation of the camera.
X2/X4 Zoom
Allows the user to zoom in on the scene, from a distance, for improved investigation, identification and surveillance of the scene.
Time and Date
The time and date is displayed at the top of the viewing screen.
ON Screen Set-up Menu
The Argus SC allows the end user to adjust various camera settings and review and delete stored images
Power for the Argus SC is provided by an integral battery pack located on the top of the camera. The camera has a single on/off button with a delayed off operation to prevent accidental power-down during use. The camera will display a start-up screen until a useable thermal image is produced.
The Argus SC is constructed from high quality Black Radel, which has been chosen for its strength, resistance to heat, water and impact.
Protection from shock is provided by a combination of rugged components, optimum mechanical design and protective bumpers. The camera is sealed to allow short-term total immersion in water (IP67). The camera is supplied with side straps that provide flexible operation and transfer between users.
No end-user maintenance is required other than recharging of batteries and post-use external cleaning with a soft cloth.
CAMERA STANDARD ACCESSORIES
The Argus SC comes with the following standard accessories:
- Soft carry case
- Side straps
- Two rechargeable battery packs
- Battery charger with mains plug (US, UK, Europe)
- Neck strap
- USB Connection Lead for PC/laptop
- User manual
- End-user software
WARRANTY AND SUPPORT
- The camera is supplied with a 24-month warranty as standard.
- Warranty can be extended for up to an additional three years at the time of purchase.
OPTIONAL CAMERA ACCESSORIES
The Argus SC has a complementary range of accessories. These are:
- Truck Storage Mount and Battery Charge
Provides secure storage with instant access for the camera and charging facilities for the battery pack.
- Transmitter Battery Pack
Allows the transmission of the thermal image from the camera to other personnel outside the fire incident via a radio link.
- Receiver Station and Kit
The Receiver Station is a PC based system that allows the viewing of the thermal image transmitted from the camera. The Receiver Station is available as complete solution (PC and receiving card and antenna) or as a kit (receiving card and antenna).
- External Power and Video Adaptor
A module to replace the battery pack to allow live digital video to be viewed and the camera externally powered.
- Hard Carry Case
An alternative to the soft carry case.
- Mounting Bracket
The Mounting Bracket provides a solution for the permanent fixing of the camera to any flat surface
CAMERA SPECIFICATION
Compliance Data
RFI/EMC Emissions - BS EN 61000-6 3:2001
Immunity - BS EN 61000-6-2:2005
Safety IEC 60950-1 and related national standards
Vibration/Shock BS EN 60721-3-2 Class 2M3.
Restriction of the use of Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS)
All parts of the system are compliant with EU directive 2002/95/EC
Environmental Data
Sealing - The camera is sealed to allow short-term immersion in water (IP67)
Impact - The camera has been designed to withstand a drop from a height of 2 metres (78 inches)
Vibration - The camera has been design to withstand transportation vibration defined by BS EN 60721-3-2 Class 2M3
Storage - The camera can be stored for extended periods. It is recommended that for maximum effective operational life, the storage temperature is kept between –10 and +40 °C (14 and 104 °F) and the camera is retained in its carry case when not in use.
Optical Data
Detector
Sensor type - Uncooled Microbolometer
Sensor material - Amorphous Silicon (ASi)
Resolution - 320 x 240
Spectral response - 8 – 14 mm
MDTD -(Minimum Discernible Temperature Difference)
< 0.1 °C
Dynamic range - -40 to +200 °C (-40 to +392 °F)
Refresh rate - 60 Hz
Spot temperature range - -40 to +200 °C (-40 to +392 °F)
Lens
Lens material - Germanium
Focal length - 8.6 mm
Focal distance - 1 m to infinity, optimised at 4 m(3 feet to infinity, optimised at 13 feet)
Horizontal aperture - f/1.0
Field of view - 50° horizontal
Viewing
Display type - Transflective, active matrix colour TFT
Display size - 90 mm (3.5 inches)
Backlight - White LED
Mechanical Data
Overall dimensions(H x W x D) - 130 x 185 x 185 mm(5.1 x 7.2 x 7.2 inch) (nominal)
Weight without battery - < 1.2 kg (2.6 pounds)
with battery - < 1.5 kg (3.3 pounds)
Materials
Outer camera case - Black Radel
Rear bumper - Multiflex
Front bumper - Multiflex
Neck strap - Nomex
Side straps - Nomex
Handle - Black Radel overmoulded in Santoprene
Electrical Data
Power supply Power consumption - 3 W typical
Start-up time - 5 seconds typical
RECHARGEABLE BATTERY AND
CHARGER SPECIFICATION
Battery
Type - Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery
Capacity - 2300 mAH
Battery life - 4 hours @ ambient temperature (22 °C, 72 °F)
Charge time - 2 hours nominal
Recharge cycles - 500 @ 80% capacity
Length - 125 mm (4.8 inches) nominal
Width - 55 mm (2.2 inches) nominal
Height - 50 mm (2 inches) nominal
Net weight - 220 g (0.1 pounds) nominal
Charging temperature - 0 to +40 °C (32 to 104 °F)
65 °C (150 °F) can be tolerated
Sealing - IP56
Charger
Power requirements - 100 – 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1 A max
Length - 105 mm (4 inches) nominal
Width - 65 mm (2.5 inches) nominal
Height - 35 mm (1.4 inches) nominal
Net weight - 220 g (0.1 pounds) nominal
Operating temperature - 0 to +40 °C (32 to 104 °F)
Protection - Over-voltage and over-temperature protection built into the charger and battery.
Compliance - EMC Directive 89/336/EEC
Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC
BS EN60335 Part 1 and Part 2-29
RoHS - All parts of the system are compliant with EU directive 2002/95/EC
Sealing - IP20
Charging Shoe
Length - 150 mm (5.8 inches) nominal
Width - 70 mm (2.75 inches) nominal
Height - 50 mm (2 inches) nominal
Net weight - 200 g (0.1 pounds)
Operating temperature - 0 to +40 °C (32 to 104 °F)
Sealing - IP20
An Argus SC provides police, security forces and border control personnel with a tool to eliminate any advantage the darkness may provide a criminal. It also provides the user with the ability to assess a scene or search for a suspect from a safe distance.
Fugitive Search 