ThermovisionFLIR FCSeries Installation Manual

Installation 
Manual
FC-Series
FC-Series S 
FC-Series R 

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Table of Contents
Ta b l e  o f  C o n t e n t s
 Camera Installation
1.1 Warnings and Cautions  ............................................................................................ 1-1
1.2 References  ............................................................................................................... 1-1
1.3 Installation Overview  ................................................................................................. 1-2
1.3.1 Camera...

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 Advanced Configuration
3.1 Setup Menu  .............................................................................................................. 3-1
3.1.1 Thermal Image Setup ....................................................................................... 3-2
IR page  ............................................................................................................ 3-2
3.1.2 Video Analytics Setup...

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This manual describes the installation and initial configuration of the FC-Series IP thermal cameras, 
which includes the FC-Series S and FC-Series R camera models. These camera models are similar in 
design and the physical mounting and installation of both models is the same. The FC-Series R 
cameras have all the features of the FC-Series S plus an additional Radiometry feature that provides 
the ability to issue alarms based on temperature....

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1.3 Installation Overview
The FC-Series camera is an infrared thermal imaging camera intended for outdoor security 
applications, and can be installed in a fixed location or on a pan/tilt mechanism.The 
FC-Series 
camera is intended to be mounted on a medium-duty fixed pedestal mount or wall mount commonly 
used in the security industry. The camera mount must support up to 5 lbs (2.3 kg).
Cables may exit from the back of the camera housing...

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1.3.2 Camera Accessories
The following accessories are available for purchase from FLIR Systems, Inc.
• PoE+ power supply (PN 4132391) - For powering a single FC-Series camera using PoE+. In 
addition to PoE+ power and communications, the power supply provides surge protection. It 
complies with IEEE 802.3at and is backward compatible with the IEEE802.3af standard.
• Concealed Cable Wall Mount (PN 4129742) - Includes camera mount gasket and...

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1.4.1 Bench Testing
Note
Connect the power, Ethernet, and video, and confirm that the video can be displayed on a monitor 
when the power is turned on. For configuration and basic setup information using the onboard web 
server, refer to 
Camera Bench Test, pg. 2-1 for specific details.
1.4.2 Prior to Cutting/Drilling Holes
When selecting a mounting location for the FC-Series camera, consider cable lengths and cable 
routing. Ensure the cables...

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If using two 1/4-20 fasteners in the center of top, the maximum depth of the fastener should not 
exceed 12.5 mm (0.5 in). If the camera is mounted using the top of the camera, the sunshield must be 
removed.
As the diagram below indicates, be sure to allow adequate space for cable egress behind the gland. 
This requirement may vary, depending on the installation. Maintain the bend radius per the 
recommendation of the cable manufacturer. The...

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1.4.4 Camera Mounting with Concealed Cable Wall Mount
The FC-Series camera can be secured to the optional Concealed Cable Wall Mount with four M5 x 
0.8 threaded fasteners to the bottom of the camera. Use Loctite 222 low strength threadlocker for the 
mount fasteners. Refer to 
Concealed Cable Mount Accessory, pg. 1-13 for additional information.
1.4.5 Sunshield
The camera includes a sunshield which should be used for any installation where...