ThermovisionFLIR FCSeries Installation Manual

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

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FLIR Systems, Inc.
70 Castilian DriveGoleta, CA 93117
Phone: 888.747.FLIR (888.747.3547)
International: +1.805.964.9797http://www.flir.com
Important Instructions and Notices to the User:
Modification of this device without the express authorization of FLIR Commercial Systems, Inc. may void the user’s 
authority under FCC rules to operate this device.
Note 1: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to 
Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference 
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not 
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. 
However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does 
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off 
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna;
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver;
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that of the receiver; and/or
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
Note 2: This equipment was tested for compliance with the FCC limits for a Class B digital device using a shielded 
cable for connecting the equipment to an analog video output to a monitor and using a shielded USB cable for 
connecting the equipment to a personal computer. When making such connections, shielded cables must be used 
with this equipment.
Industry Canada Notice:  This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Avis d’Industrie Canada: Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
 Proper Disposal of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE)
The European Union (EU) has enacted Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2002/96/EC 
(WEEE), which aims to prevent EEE waste from arising; to encourage reuse, recycling, and recovery of EEE 
waste; and to promote environmental responsibility.
In accordance with these regulations, all EEE products labeled with the “crossed out wheeled bin” either on the 
product itself or in the product literatur e  mus t no t be  d is po se d  o f in r e gul ar r ubbi sh  bin s , mi xe d  w ith r e gula r 
household or other commercial waste, or by other regular municipal waste collection means.
  Instead, and in 
order to prevent possible harm to the environment or human health, all EEE products (including any cables that 
came with the product) should be responsibly discarded or recycled.
To identify a responsible disposal method where you live, please contact your local waste collection or recycling service, your 
original place of purchase or product supplier, or the responsible government authority in your area. Business users should 
contact their supplier or refer to their purchase contract.
Document History
Version Date Comment
100 April 2014 Initial Release
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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 Connection Options ............................................................................ 1-2
General Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) ............................................................. 1-2
PoE+ Power Supplies  ...................................................................................... 1-2
1.3.2 Camera Accessories ........................................................................................ 1-3
1.3.3 Supplied Components  ..................................................................................... 1-3
1.3.4 Required Supplies  ........................................................................................... 1-3
1.4 Location Considerations  ........................................................................................... 1-3
1.4.1 Bench Testing  .................................................................................................. 1-4
1.4.2 Prior to Cutting/Drilling Holes  ........................................................................... 1-4
1.4.3 Camera Mounting for Rear Cable Access  ........................................................ 1-4
1.4.4 Camera Mounting with Concealed Cable Wall Mount  ...................................... 1-6
1.4.5 Sunshield  ......................................................................................................... 1-6
1.5 Removing the Cover  ................................................................................................. 1-7
1.6 Camera Connections  ................................................................................................ 1-7
1.6.1 Configuring the Lens Heater Jumper  ............................................................... 1-8
1.6.2 Analog Video Connections ............................................................................... 1-9
1.6.3 Connecting Power  ........................................................................................... 1-9
1.6.4 Ethernet  ......................................................................................................... 1-10
1.6.5 GPIO Connections  ......................................................................................... 1-10
1.6.6 Camera Grounding  ........................................................................................ 1-11
1.7 Rear Access Cable Gland Sealing  .......................................................................... 1-11
1.8 Concealed Cable Mount Accessory ........................................................................ 1-13
1.9 Camera specifications  ............................................................................................ 1-15
 Basic Operation and Configuration
2.1 Basic Test and Configuration Steps  .......................................................................... 2-1
2.2 Camera Bench Test  .................................................................................................. 2-1
2.3 Web Browser Interface  ............................................................................................. 2-2
2.3.1 Live Video Page  ............................................................................................... 2-3
Temperature—FC-Series R camera only  ........................................................ 2-4
Camera Control and Status  ............................................................................. 2-4
Web Control Panel  .......................................................................................... 2-4
2.4 Basic Camera Configuration  ..................................................................................... 2-6
2.4.1 Setup Menu  ..................................................................................................... 2-6
2.4.2 Server Menu  .................................................................................................... 2-6
Services Menu ................................................................................................. 2-8
2.5 Thermal Imaging Overview  ..................................................................................... 2-12
2.6 Troubleshooting Tips  .............................................................................................. 2-14
2.7 Setting the IP address on a Windows PC ................................................................ 2-19 
						

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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  ...................................................................................... 3-4
Analytics page  ................................................................................................. 3-4
3.1.3 Temperature Monitoring Setup (FC-Series R camera only)  ............................. 3-7
Radiometry Page ............................................................................................. 3-7
3.2 Maintenance Menu  ................................................................................................. 3-11
3.2.1 Sensor Menu  ................................................................................................. 3-11
Communications Menu .................................................................................. 3-11
Devices Menu ................................................................................................ 3-13
Modules Menu ............................................................................................... 3-14
3.2.2 Files Menu  ..................................................................................................... 3-23
3.2.3 Product Info Menu .......................................................................................... 3-25
3.3 Restoring the Factory Settings  ................................................................................ 3-26
Image from a standard camera in low lightImage from a thermal camera in the same 
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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. If you need help during the installation process, 
contact your local FLIR service representative or, call 888-747-3547 inside the US.
All installers and integrators are encouraged to take advantage of the training offered by FLIR; visit 
http://www.flir.com/training for more information.
This manual includes the following topics: 
• Installation overview
• Mounting the camera and its components 
• Connecting the electronics
• Bench testing the camera
• Basic configuration and operation of the camera
• Camera Specifications
For safety, and to achieve the highest levels of performance from the FC-Series camera system, always 
follow the warnings and cautions in this manual when handling and operating the camera.
1.1 Warnings and Cautions
Warning!
Caution!
1.2 References
FLIR Doc # 427-00XX-XX-19S FC-Series S Interface Control Document (ICD), available on the 
documentation CD or from the FLIR website, provides further details regarding mechanical dimensions 
and mounting for the FC-Series camera.
 
FLIR Doc # 427-0030-00-28 Nexus IP Camera Configuration Guide, provides more information on 
setting or changing camera parameters.
 
These documents are provided for reference only.
If mounting the FC-Series camera on a pole, tower or any elevated location, use industry standard 
safe practices to avoid injuries.
Except as described in this manual, do not open the FC-Series camera for any reason. Damage to 
the camera can occur as the result of careless handling or electrostatic discharge (ESD). Always 
handle the camera with care to avoid damage to electrostatic-sensitive components. 
Prior to making any connections, ensure the power supply or circuit breaker is switched off.
Be careful not to leave fingerprints on the FC-Series camera’s infrared optics.   
Operating the camera outside of the specified input voltage range or the specified operating 
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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 through the 
supplied cable gland or from the bottom of the camera housing when 
using the concealed cable wall mount (sold separately). A cable gland 
plug is supplied for the rear of the camera housing when cables are 
routed using the concealed cable wall mount. 
1.3.1 Camera Connection Options
The FC-Series camera can be installed with an analog or digital (IP) video output (or both). Analog 
video will require a connection to a video monitor or an analog video matrix switch. The camera can 
be powered using Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) or with a conventional 24 V (ac or dc) power 
supply. For a PoE+ connection, an accessory PoE+ power supply (PN 4132391, also called a PoE+ 
injector) is available if the camera is not connected to a PoE+ switch. The maximum Ethernet cable 
run is 100 meters including the PoE+ power supply. In installations using PoE+ power and IP video, 
only a single Ethernet cable from the camera is required. 
In installations using analog video and conventional power (24 Vac is commonly used in many 
installations), an RG59U coaxial cable and a three-conductor power cable are installed. It is 
recommended an Ethernet cable should also be installed for camera configuration, operation and 
troubleshooting. The FC-Series camera does not support serial communications.
General Purpose Input/Output (GPIO)
The camera can receive a single external “contact closure” input signal and can provide a single 
internal “contact closure” output signal. Refer to 
GPIO Connections, pg. 1-10.
PoE+ Power Supplies
With PoE+, camera power is delivered to the camera via the normal Ethernet cable via the camera’s 
standard RJ-45 Ethernet connector. The FC-Series camera is a Powered Device compliant with the 
IEEE 802.3at-2009 standard, known as PoE+ or PoE Plus. The FC-Series camera is also backward 
compatible with the older IEEE 802.3af-2003 standard.
When connected to Power Sourcing Equipment compliant with the earlier, lower power IEEE 802.3af-
2003 standard, the limited power available to the FC-Series camera will prevent the formation of frost 
and ice. However, the limited power available from 802.3af-2003 will not fully achieve the camera’s 
stated specification for de-icing from cold start when the external environment temperature is < 0 °C. 
In all other ways the camera will operate normally with Ethernet Powered Sourcing Equipment 
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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 hex wrench for 
adjusting the ball joint controlling the camera’s view angle.
 
The FC-Series camera is attached to the mounting arm using the four M5 threaded bottom 
mounting holes. A cable gland plug is supplied with the camera for the rear of the camera housing 
when cables are routed using the concealed cable accessory. Refer to 
Camera Mounting with 
Concealed Cable Wall Mount, pg. 1-6 for installation instructions.
• Pole Mount Adapter Kit - (PN 4132982) - Adapter kit that allows the Concealed Cable Wall Mount 
to be mounted to a pole (75 mm [3 in] min to 180 mm [7 in]; larger pole diameter requires use of 
customer supplied band clamps)
1.3.3 Supplied Components
The FC-Series camera package includes these standard components:
• Fixed Camera Unit with sunshield and installed cable gland
• Cable gland plug and gland inserts for sealing camera housing
• Power terminal block plug
• Accessory terminal block plug 
• Tools: 3 mm hex wrench (T-Handle), small blade screwdriver
• FC-Series Camera Documentation Package
1.3.4 Required Supplies
The installer will need to supply the following items as required (specific to the installation).
• Power cable if used for system power, 3-conductor, shielded, gauge determined by cable length 
and supply voltage
• PoE+ power supply or PoE+ switch if used for system power
• Cat5e Ethernet cable for digital video and/or PoE+ for system power
• Coaxial RG59U cables (BNC connector at the camera end) for analog video
• Camera grounding strap, camera mount, miscellaneous electrical hardware, connectors, and 
tools
Be sure to use cables that fit in the cable gland holes, as described below. Refer to Rear Access 
Cable Gland Sealing, pg. 1-11 for more information.
1.4 Location Considerations
The camera will require connections for power and video. Ensure that cable distances do not exceed 
the specifications and that cables adhere to all local and industry standards, codes, and best 
practices. The FC-Series camera must be mounted upright, either on top of the mounting surface. or 
underneath an overhanging mounting surface such as eaves or an awning. The unit should not be 
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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 are long enough, given the proposed mounting locations and cable routing 
requirements, and route the cables before you install the components. 
Use cables that have sufficient dimensions to ensure safety (for power cables) and adequate signal 
strength (for video and communications). 
1.4.3 Camera Mounting for Rear Cable Access
The FC-Series camera can be secured to the mount with two in-line 1/4-20 threaded fasteners on the 
top or bottom of the camera. Alternatively the camera can be mounted with four M5 x 0.8 threaded 
fasteners to the bottom of the camera. Use Loctite 222 low strength threadlocker for the top mount 
fasteners (can be used with the bottom mount fasteners also). Refer to the FC-Series ICD for 
additional information.
If using two 1/4-20 fasteners in the center of base, the maximum depth of the fastener should not 
exceed 12.5 mm (0.5 in). If using four M5 x 0.8 fasteners, the maximum depth of the fastener should 
not exceed 10.0 mm (0.4 in).
If the camera is to be mounted on a pole or tower or other hard-to-reach location, it may be a good 
idea to connect and operate the camera as a bench test at ground level prior to mounting the 
camera in its final location. 
Figure 1-1: FC-Series Camera Bottom Mounting Holes 
						

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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 typical cable bend radius is 50-75mm (2-3 in).
Figure 1-2: Top Side Mounting Holes
Figure 1-3: Rear Cable Bend Radius 
						

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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 the camera is 
exposed to direct sunlight or precipitation, If the camera is mounted with the top mounting holes, the 
sunshield is not used. Depending on the needs of the installation, the sunshield can be positioned in 
the neutral (middle) position, or slightly forward or rearward.To change the position of the sunshield, 
temporarily loosen the three 3 mm hex screws on top, slide the sunshield forward or backward, and 
re-tighten the screws. 
Figure 1-4: FC-Series Installed with Concealed Cable Wall Mount and 
Pole Adapter kit
Figure 1-5: Sunshield Mounting
Cover mounting screws (x4) Sunshield mounting screws