Thermal Imaging Camera; Before Use / Description; Introduction; Features And Benefits - MSA EVOLUTION 5000 Manual De Instrucciones

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1. Before Use / Description

Fig. 1: The EVOLUTION 5000 TIC

Introduction

Congratulations on the purchase of your new MSA
EVOLUTION 5000 Thermal Imaging System! This hand-held
unit provides advanced thermal imaging technology backed
by years of MSA quality, dedication, and service.
The EVOLUTION 5000 Thermal Imaging Camera (TIC) is
designed to assist fire fighters to see in low visibility
conditions of smoke and darkness. This high definition
thermal imaging camera provides the latest in available
thermal imaging technology for the fire service.

Features and Benefits

The EVOLUTION 5000 Thermal Imaging Camera (TIC) can be
used to aid fire fighting in scenarios such as:
Search and rescue missions.
Initial size-up/Scene assessment.
Locating the seat of the fire.
Locating fire extension.
Identifying potential flashover situations.
Determining entry and ventilation points.
Hazmat situations.
Response vehicle navigation (darkness or heavy smoke)
Preplanning/Fire code inspections.
Overhaul.
Assistance for law enforcement.
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Description

The EVOLUTION 5000 TIC is a highly sophisticated piece of
electronic equipment. The unit was designed to withstand the
fire fighting conditions of heat, driving spray, and frequent
impact normally seen by a fire fighter. Extension beyond these
demands may damage the camera and render it inoperable. It
is not recommended that the camera run for extended
periods in high-heat conditions.
The EVOLUTION 5000 TIC is intended as an aid to fire and
rescue operations in conditions of poor visibility created by
smoke and darkness. It is not a replacement for standard fire
fighting techniques and precautions. Users must ensure that
the fire department's standard operating procedures are
followed while using the camera.

About the Camera

The EVOLUTION 5000 TIC is:
equipped with a state-of-the-art 160 x 120 pixel
microbolometer thermal detector to provide the clearest
high-definition images available in fire and non-fire
environments.
equipped with a large-screen, high definition display to
allow for multiple fire fighters to view the action.
ergonomically designed for the fire fighting environment.
available with desk top and truck mounted charging
options.
designed with the most ergonomically correct balance,
with the centre of gravity located in the users hand.
dust and water-resistant to withstand short-term
immersion in up to 1 meter (3 feet of water) in accordance
with IP67 specifications.
available with multiple carrying and attachment options to
suit user preferences – the EVOLUTION 5000 TIC is a tool.
made to detect thermal energy radiated / generated from
surrounding objects and converts this energy into a visual
image.
Hot objects appear white.
Cold objects appear black.
Fig. 2: EVOLUTION 5000 TIC with retractable lanyard

Thermal Imaging Camera

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