Flir ThermovisionNavigator II Operators Manual

							Navigator™ II
OperatOr’S M aNUa L
FO r  S tat Ic  a Nd  pa N /t IL t c O NFI gUr at IO NS  
						

							tab Le OF cON teNtS
1 - c aU tIONS 6 
2 - Operat ION 7-14
   2.1 Navigator II Static Version  9
   2.2 Navigator II p an /tilt Version  10 -14
3 - c arINg FO r yOUr Na VIgat Or  15 -16
4 - F UNda MeN ta LS OF I NFrared 17- 2 4
   4.1 Intro to Infrared t echnology   18
    4.2 e ven More a bout Infrared   20
5 - appeNdI x 26-28
   5.1 Static Version p arts and accessories 19
   5.2 p an /tilt Version p arts and accessories 20
   5.3 Specifications 28 
						

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cON grat ULatIONS  ON  bU yIN g 
y OUr   NaVI gat Or  II…
Welcome to the pioneering world of maritime thermal imaging! The Navigator 
II is a state-of-the-art thermal imager that lets you see at night, through smoke 
and haze, without any lighting at all. FLIR has been building thermal imagers 
for decades, and we are confident that you will see why FLIR is the #1 name 
in infrared around the world. 
Thermal imaging technology has been a staple of military operations for years, 
but FLIR has recently made it available to the public, and only to a select few 
at  that!  By  purchasing  a  FLIR  thermal  imager,  you  have  established  yourself 
as a mariner on the leading edge of technological advancement. Remember to 
register your Navigator II by filling out the Registration card, and we will send 
you a nice “thank you” gift in return.
You  will  find  that  the  Navigator  II  is  simple  to  use.  There  are  two  versions 
of  the  Navigator  II:  a  Static  version  and  a  Pan/Tilt  version.    This  manual 
covers  both  products.  Both  versions  use  the  same  thermal  imaging  camera, 
but the fixed version is simplified in that it offers an “On” switch only, and an 
automatically  optimized  grayscale  video  output.  The  Pan/Tilt  version  allows 
for  360°  viewing,  and  has  a  number  of  added  features  like:  color  palettes,   
on-screen information, running modes and a programmable “home” position. 
We  encourage  you  to  review  the  Fundamentals  of  Infared  section,  which 
will help you to understand and interpret the Navigator II’s thermal images. 
If you have any questions, comments or concerns, give us a call at 888.747.3547 
– we’d love to hear from you. So, plug in your new Navigator II and watch the 
infrared world unfold before your eyes. 
						

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ca UtIONS
In  the  Navigator  II  Operator’s  Manual,  caUtION   notices  indicate 
a  potential  hazard,  which,  if  not  avoided,  may  harm  you,  someone  else, 
or  the  Navigator  II.  For  greater  safety,  and  to  achieve  the  highest  levels  of 
performance  from  your  Navigator  II,  always  follow  these  cautions  when 
handling and operating your Navigator II camera system.
ca UtION !
 
The Navigator II imaging system is controlled by US export laws. There are 
special versions of this system that are approved for international distribution 
and travel. Please contact FLIR Systems if you have any questions. 
ca UtION ! 
Failure to follow the caution may result in damage to the Navigator II.
ca UtION ! 
•	 Do	 not	use	the	Navigator	 II	imaging	 system	as	your	 primary	 navigation	  
  system.  Use  it  in  conjunction  with  other  navigation  aids  and  a  primary   
  manual navigation system.
•	 Do	 not	open	 the	Navigator	 II	camera	 body	for	any	 reason.	 Disassembly 
  of  the  camera  (including  removal  of  the  cover)  can  cause  permanent 
   damage and will void the warranty.
•	 When	 cleaning	your	Navigator	 II,	be	very	 careful	 not	to	leave	 fingerprints 
  on  the  Navigator  II’s  infrared  camera  optics.  They  are  treated  with  a 
  special coating that can be permanently damaged by the oils in your skin. 
  Refer to the Caring For Your Navigator II section for instructions. 
•	 The	 Navigator	 II	runs	 off	of	12	 VDC.	 Plugging	 it	in	 to	any	 other	 power 
  level will damage the system.
•	 Do 	not	use	the	thermal 	imager	to	look 	at	high-intensit y 	radiation	sources	  
  like  the  sun,  lasers,  arc  welders,  etc.,  as  prolonged  exposure  can  damage   
  the imagers.
•	 Navigator	 II	is	designed	 to	withstand	 the	shocks	 and	vibrations	 commonly	  
  encountered  in  the  normal  maritime  environment.  Don’t  expose  the   
  camera to excessive impacts.
•	 Only	 a	qualified	 marine	electronics	 technician	should	install	your	 
  Navigator II. FLIR assumes no responsibilty for improper installation. 
						

							OperatION 
						

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NaVI gat Or II O perat ION
FLIR  makes  two  versions  of  the  Navigator  II:  the  Static  version,  which 
stays pointed in one direction relative to the vessel (usually straight ahead), 
and the Pan/Tilt version that can look up and down (+/- 45° relative to the 
horizon),  and  360°  around.  This  manual  contains  operating  instructions 
for  both  versions.  Make  sure  you  use  the  instructions  that  apply  to  your 
configuration of Navigator II.  
						

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Operating your Navigator II 
(S tat Ic version)
The  static  Navigator  II  is  simple  to  install  and  operate.  (See  the   
Installation  Guide  for  installation  procedures.)  The  system  operates  on 
12  volts  DC,  outputs  standard  composite  video  (NTSC  or  PAL  formats 
are  available),  and  requires  no  camera  adjustments.  Follow  this  simple   
procedure to operate:
•	Turn	on	the	camera	using	the	On/Off	switch.	
•	Turn	on	your	FLIR	display.
Make  sure  you’ve  selected  the  Navigator  II  as  the  source  for  your   
display, and start looking at your Navigator II’s infrared video. (Most multi- 
function  displays  (MFDs)  allow  you  to  select  from  various  available   
inputs. This is a reminder to select the proper input when operating your 
Navigator II.)
The  Navigator  II  is  completely  sealed  and  very  rugged.  The  camera  is 
qualified for operation in all types of weather conditions over the specified 
operating  temperature  range  and  includes  an  automatic  window  heater 
that will prevent icing under most conditions. 
						

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Operating your Navigator II 
( pa N /tIL t version)
The  Pan/Tilt  version  of  the  Navigator  II  is  a  little  more  complicate  to 
use  than  the  Static  version,  but  not  much.  The  qualified  technician 
who  installed  your  Navigator  II  isolated  it  from  vessel  power  with  a   
customer-supplied switch or circuit breaker tied-on to your vessel ’s power 
bus.  Before  you  turn  on  the  Navigator  II,  make  sure  that  this  switch  or   
circuit  breaker  is  turned  on,  then  turn  on  your  display,  and  select  the   
Navigator  II  as  the  video  source  for  your  display.  From  there,  use  the   
controls of the Joystick Control Unit ( JCU) to operate and configure your 
Navigator II.
Dual JCU Operation
You  may  want  to  have  operating  stations  at  two  different  locations  on 
your  vessel.  To  do  this,  you’ ll  need  the  Dual  JCU  Kit  installed  by  a   
qualified technician (see the Installation Manual, FLIR document number 
432-0001-00-12 for installation instructions).
Operating  the  Navigator  II  with  a  dual  JCU  configuration  is  the  same 
as operating it with one JCU. You can run your Navigator II from either 
control  station,  and  the  controls  are  exactly  the  same.  Read  on  to  learn 
more about the JCU.
   
ca UtION ! 
If  you  choose  to  operate  your  Navigator  II  with  your  vessel ’s  engines  off, 
be aware that this may drain power from your batteries unless the vessel is 
connected to shore power and equipped with a suitable battery tender.