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4.Enter the new value you want to use in  the IP field. The Network Mask should 
fill in automatically (for  example, 255.255.255.0).
5.Click Save to save the changes and exit the control page.
When software updates become available,  it is possible to use the Firmware 
Update field to load the update to the camera. Contact the FLIR dealer where you 
purchased the camera for additional in formation, or contact...

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CHAPTER 6MD-Series Reference 
Information
Introduction
This chapter includes a glossary of acronyms, a list of symbols used in on-screen 
display, and a number of lists and tables that summarize system information and 
show how features vary by camera model.
It also includes a set of ti ps for troubleshooting issues. 
Acronyms 
Table 6.1 lists each acronym that is used in this manual and its meaning. 
TABLE 6.1  Acronyms
Acronym/Term Definition
AGC...

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ICDInterface Control Document
IEC International Electrotechnical Commission
IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
IP Internet Protocol
IR Infrared or thermal
JCU Joystick Control Unit
LCD Liquid Crystal Display
MFD Multifunction display
NMEA National Marine Electronics Association
NTSC National Television System Committee
PAL Phase Alternating Line
PoE Power over Ethernet
SCTE Society of Cable...

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List of Icons
Table 6.2 lists every icon that may di splay on the screen during various 
operations, with a brief description of its meaning. Some icons display 
permanently and some only display briefly.  The display of some icons is affected 
by settings on the Symbology Menu (see page 19). 
TABLE 6.2  Video Display Icons
Icon Name Description
Freeze The IR video has been momentarily paused. Move 
the puck to...

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System Specifications
Table 6.3 lists details about physical  characteristics, power usage, and 
environmental features of the MD-Series camera.
TABLE 6.3  Specifications
Physical Characteristics
Camera Size 5.2 cm (6 in) di ameter, 17.8 cm (7 in) tall
Camera Weight Under 1.4 kg (3 lb), depending on the camera model
Joystick Size 9.1 X 14.2 X 8.13 cm (3.6 X 5.6 X 3.2 in)
3.17 cm (1.25 in) above platform including...

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Feature Comparison of MD-Series Models 
The following table lists each MD-Series model and its supported features. Each 
model is available in four variations, identified by a unique part number:
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Troubleshooting Tips
This section includes information that may help you with common issues that 
may arise during operation of the MD-Series system.
Video not displayed on monitor 
If the camera will not produce an image, check the video connection at the 
camera and at the display. If the connectors appear to be properly connected but 
the camera still does not produce an imag e, ensure that power has been properly...

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Image too dark or too light
By default, the MD-Series thermal camera uses an automatic gain control (AGC) 
setting that has proven to be superior for  most applications. However, a specific 
environment may benefit from a different AG C setting. For example, a very cold 
background (such as the sky) could cause the camera to use a wider temperature 
range than appropriate. You should keep the ocean, and not the sky...

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ambient temperature changes and provide the best possible image. Just prior to 
the FFC, a small green square will appear  in the upper left corner of the screen.
Note:  If you have a JCU, pressing and holding the COLOR button causes the 
thermal camera to do an FFC operation.
Multiple Cameras and/or JCUs on a single network
It is possible to configur e the system with multiple ca meras and multiple JCUs on 
the same...