U-Series Single-Field-of-View Systems

Product catalog summary

Overview
The U-Series Single-Field-of-View Systems by Global Imaging Technologies are uncooled thermal camera systems designed for high reliability and low cost. These systems integrate thermal and electro-optical cameras on a Vector pan-tilt system, suitable for various mission requirements with different focal lengths.

Features

Uncooled 8-14μm infrared sensor
Field-of-view options ranging from 50.3° x 37.7° to 4.3° x 3.2°
Boresighted visible CCTV camera
Multiple color palettes
Environmentally sealed ruggedized design
Integrated pan-tilt system with optional 2-axis gyro-stabilization
Auto and manual focus, remote controlled

System Specifications

Video format: NTSC/PAL/Differential
Serial interface: RS-422
Power requirements: 18-28VDC, 100-240VAC, or 12VDC
Environmental: Sealed unit with dry nitrogen, defroster, operating temperature -30°C to +60°C
Controls: Joystick, tabletop display, or PC via RS-232/422
Weight: Approximately 20 lbs (9.07 kg)

Visible Camera Characteristics

Sensor: Sony Super HAD CCD
Resolution: 550 TV lines
Minimum illumination: <0.2 lux
Signal to noise ratio: > 45dB

Thermal Camera Characteristics

Detector: 320 x 240 uncooled VOx microbolometer
Spectral band: 8-14μm
Type: Motorized remote focus optical system
f/#: 1.0

Vector-15 Pan-Tilt

Pan: 360° continuous
Tilt: -80° to +30° minimum
Accuracy: 0.25°
Repeatability: +/- 0.1°
Position rate: Pan and tilt < 0.1° to >50°/second

Camera Configurations

VU-100: 100mm, 4.3° x 3.2°
VU-75: 75mm, 5.7° x 4.3°
VU-50: 50mm, 8.6° x 6.5°
VU-37: 37.5mm, 11.5° x 8.6°
VU-25: 25mm, 17.1° x 12.9°
VU-13: 13mm, 32.9° x 24.7°
VU-8: 8.5mm, 50.3° x 37.7°

Additional Information
General Dynamics Global Imaging Technologies reserves the right to change specifications without notice. Export is subject to U.S. Government regulations.

Catalog excerpts

Global Imaging Technologies Clarity. Accuracy. Reliability. Features • Uncooled 8-14μm Infrared Sensor • Field-of-View Options from 50.3° x 37.7° to 4.3° x 3.2° • Boresighted Visible CCTV Camera U-Series Single-Field-of-View Systems • Multiple Color Palettes • Environmentally Sealed Ruggedized Design • Integrated Pan-Tilt System Uncooled Short- to Mid-Range Camera Systems Our U-Series uncooled thermal • Auto and Manual Focus applications demanding high • Remote Controlled reliability and low cost of ownership. • Controller and Joystick (Optional) As part of the U-Series, our VU systems are affordable multisensor solutions, integrating an uncooled thermal camera and an electro-optical camera onto one of our Vector pan-tilt systems. The single-field-of-view VU systems are available with a range of focal lengths to meet specific mission requirements. Our U-Series cameras and Vector pan-tilt systems are sealed in a ruggedized housing and protected with an environmental coating to offer precision pointing and imaging in the harshest conditions. The optical system is equipped with an automatically controlled defroster and a proprietary diamond-like hard carbon coating. General Dynamics Global Imaging Technologies designs and manufactures a full portfolio of high-performance cameras and camera systems that provide our customers the clarity, accuracy and reliability to capture the shot that matters and successfully complete their mission.

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System Specifications Thermal Camera Characteristics Video Format Serial Interface Detector 320 x 240 Uncooled VOx Microbolometer Power Requirements 18-28VDC (direct to P/T) 100-240VAC or 12VDC (with DCU) Environmental Unit sealed and dry nitrogen backfilled Front Element Defroster Operating Temperature Range: -30°C to +60°C Non-Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +71°C Controls Controls available on a hand held joystick, on a tabletop display and control unit or through a PC via an RS-232/422 link Proportional Pan and Tilt speed controls Focus (Auto/Manual) Autoscan with 10 tables of 10 userdefined...

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