DRS Technologies Tamarisk 640 User manual
DRS Technologies Tamarisk 640 is a compact, high-performance thermal imaging camera designed for applications where size, weight, and power consumption are critical. It utilizes a 640x480 microbolometer detector sensitive to long-wave infrared radiation (8-14 microns) and offers both digital and analog video outputs. The camera is versatile and can be controlled via RS-232 or USB 2.0 serial commands, making it suitable for integration into various systems.
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Tamarisk ®640
17 μm 640x480 Long Wave Infrared Camera
User Manual
Document No: 1014853
Revision: C
17 μm 640x480 Long Wave Infrared Camera
User Manual
Document No: 1014853
Revision: C
©Copyright 2013, DRS TECHNOLOGIES, Inc. - All rights reserved.
13532 N. Central Expressway
Dallas, TX 75243
877.377.4783
www.drsinfrared.com
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POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Rev History
Revision Number Release Date Description
A 1/21/2013 Initial Revision
B 09/03/2013 Update adding EAR documentation
IAW CR 76427
C 11/15/2013 Prepared for Public Release
Camera Link® is a registered trademark of the Automated Imaging Association.
13532 N. Central Expressway
Dallas, TX 75243
877.377.4783
www.drsinfrared.com
All rights reserved. The contents of this document may not be reproduced in whole or in parts
without the written consent of the copyright owner.
NOTICE
ALL STATEMENTS, INFORMATION, AND RECOMMENDATIONS IN THIS MANUAL ARE BELIEVED TO BE
ACCURATE BUT ARE PRESENTED WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY OTHER
WARRANTY HEREIN, ALL DOCUMENT FILES AND SOFTWARE ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” WITH ALL FAULTS.
DRS DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION,
THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT OR
ARISING FROM A COURSE OF DEALING, USAGE, OR TRADE PRACTICE.
THE SOFTWARE LICENSE AND LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE ACCOMPANYING PRODUCT ARE SET
FORTH IN THE INFORMATION PACKET THAT SHIPPED WITH THE PRODUCT AND ARE INCORPORATED
HEREIN BY THIS REFERENCE. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO LOCATE THE SOFTWARE LICENSE OR LIMITED
WARRANTY, CONTACT YOUR DRS REPRESENTATIVE FOR A COPY.
IN NO EVENT SHALL DRS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR INCIDENTAL
DAMAGES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOST PROFITS OR LOSS OR DAMAGE TO DATA ARISING
OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS MANUAL, EVEN IF DRS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Rev History
Revision Number Release Date Description
A 1/21/2013 Initial Revision
B 09/03/2013 Update adding EAR documentation
IAW CR 76427
C 11/15/2013 Prepared for Public Release
Camera Link® is a registered trademark of the Automated Imaging Association.
Tamarisk ®
640 User Manual
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T A BL E OF C ON T E N T S
Table of Contents .................................................................................................................... i
Acronyms and Abbreviations .................................................................................................. i
Reference Documentation ......................................................................................................ii
Safety Instructions .................................................................................................................. iii
Notifications: Caution, Warning and Note ................................................................................... iii
1 System Description ......................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Introduction ...................................................................................................................... 5
1.2 Available configurations.................................................................................................... 5
1.3 Quick Reference Specification Table ................................................................................ 7
1.4 Quick Reference Range Perfomance ............................................................................... 8
1.5 Unpacking and Handling .................................................................................................. 9
2 Theory of Operation ...................................................................................................... 11
2.1 Infrared Waves and Radiation ........................................................................................ 11
2.2 Microbolometers – Detecting Infrared Energy ................................................................. 11
2.3 Thermal Imaging ............................................................................................................ 12
2.4 Anatomy of a Tamarisk ®640 ............................................................................................. 13
3 Set-up and Operation .................................................................................................... 16
3.1 Mounting ........................................................................................................................ 16
3.2 Power Requirements ...................................................................................................... 16
3.3 Power Connections and Sequence................................................................................. 17
3.4 Electrical Interfaces ........................................................................................................ 19
4 Camera Controls ........................................................................................................... 20
4.1 Camera Functions and Image Optimization Overview .................................................... 20
5 Maintenance and Routine Care .................................................................................... 23
5.1 Maintenance ................................................................................................................... 23
5.2 Routine and Recommended Care .................................................................................. 23
6 Specifications ................................................................................................................ 25
6.1 Detailed Product Specifications ...................................................................................... 25
7 Tamarisk ®640 Quick Start Demonstration Set-up ........................................................... 27
7.1 Installing the Tamarisk ®640 Camera Control Software ..................................................... 27
7.2 Viewing Analog Video on a Separate Display ................................................................. 27
7.3 Viewing Digital Video on a Shared Display ..................................................................... 29
8 Configurations and Accessories .................................................................................... 33
8.1 Part Number Configuration Guide................................................................................... 33
8.2 Available Accessories..................................................................................................... 35
640 User Manual
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T A BL E OF C ON T E N T S
Table of Contents .................................................................................................................... i
Acronyms and Abbreviations .................................................................................................. i
Reference Documentation ......................................................................................................ii
Safety Instructions .................................................................................................................. iii
Notifications: Caution, Warning and Note ................................................................................... iii
1 System Description ......................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Introduction ...................................................................................................................... 5
1.2 Available configurations.................................................................................................... 5
1.3 Quick Reference Specification Table ................................................................................ 7
1.4 Quick Reference Range Perfomance ............................................................................... 8
1.5 Unpacking and Handling .................................................................................................. 9
2 Theory of Operation ...................................................................................................... 11
2.1 Infrared Waves and Radiation ........................................................................................ 11
2.2 Microbolometers – Detecting Infrared Energy ................................................................. 11
2.3 Thermal Imaging ............................................................................................................ 12
2.4 Anatomy of a Tamarisk ®640 ............................................................................................. 13
3 Set-up and Operation .................................................................................................... 16
3.1 Mounting ........................................................................................................................ 16
3.2 Power Requirements ...................................................................................................... 16
3.3 Power Connections and Sequence................................................................................. 17
3.4 Electrical Interfaces ........................................................................................................ 19
4 Camera Controls ........................................................................................................... 20
4.1 Camera Functions and Image Optimization Overview .................................................... 20
5 Maintenance and Routine Care .................................................................................... 23
5.1 Maintenance ................................................................................................................... 23
5.2 Routine and Recommended Care .................................................................................. 23
6 Specifications ................................................................................................................ 25
6.1 Detailed Product Specifications ...................................................................................... 25
7 Tamarisk ®640 Quick Start Demonstration Set-up ........................................................... 27
7.1 Installing the Tamarisk ®640 Camera Control Software ..................................................... 27
7.2 Viewing Analog Video on a Separate Display ................................................................. 27
7.3 Viewing Digital Video on a Shared Display ..................................................................... 29
8 Configurations and Accessories .................................................................................... 33
8.1 Part Number Configuration Guide................................................................................... 33
8.2 Available Accessories..................................................................................................... 35
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640 User Manual
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9 DRS Camera Control Software ..................................................................................... 38
9.1 DRS Camera Control Sowftware Overview .................................................................... 38
10 Contact Information ....................................................................................................... 39
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9.1 DRS Camera Control Sowftware Overview .................................................................... 38
10 Contact Information ....................................................................................................... 39
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Key Features
- 640x480 resolution
- LWIR sensor
- Compact size
- Low power consumption
- Digital & Analog video
- RS-232 & USB control
- Bulkhead mounting
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Frequently Answers and Questions
What is the Tamarisk 640's field of view?
The field of view depends on the lens used. Refer to section 6.1 for detailed specifications.
What is the camera's operating temperature range?
The Tamarisk 640 operates from -40°C to +80°C.
How do I perform a one-point calibration on the Tamarisk 640?
The camera shutter closes briefly during calibration, which can be initiated via an external command.
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