Argus Mi-TIC-S Thermal Imaging Camera

From MEFD

The department uses the Argus Mi-TIC-S handheld Thermal Imaging Cameras. These cameras have larger screens, higher sensitivity, and more flexibility than the TICs built into the SCBA.

Features

  • 2 Hour Battery Life
  • Built-in Laser Pointer
    • Press and hold the center button.
    • Auto-off after 10 seconds.
  • Still image camera (up to 999 images)
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TIC Operation Modes

For more details on these modes, see the user manual.

FIRE

Used for attack and rescue in large, fully developed fires.

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OVERHAUL

Used for checking for hot spots after the fire is out.

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SIZE UP

Used to easily locate the fire from outside of a structure.

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INSPECTION

Used for predictive maintenance to check equipment and buildings to help prevent fire.

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WHITE HOT

Used for general search, with no colorization.

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MISSING PERSONS

Used for searching for people in landscapes, buildings or traffic accident scenes.

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Camera Operations

Taking a Picture

To take a picture, press the left-most 'Camera' button. A picture is taken and you remain in TIC operations mode.

Viewing Pictures

To view an image press and hold the left-most 'Camera' button. Once in replay mode you can browse between pictures by using the left-most and center buttons.

Return to TIC Mode

Press the right-most, green 'ON/OFF' button to return to TIC operations.

Connecting To a Computer

When placed in its charging cradle, the TIC can be connected to a PC in order to transfer and delete photos. Photos may be taken during an incident, saved to a PC, and then attached to the incident report.

Maintenance Checks

  1. Check that the device is clean and appears undamaged. Clean as necessary.
  2. Power on the device.
  3. Replace battery if battery indicator is at or below 3/4.
  4. Cycle through each mode and confirm that image is clear and heat sources appear as expected (people, computers, engines, etc).
  5. Power off when complete.
  6. If equipped with a retractable tether check that the tether extends and retracts smoothly throughout its full range and supports the weight of the TIC.


Manual

Argus Mi-TIC Manual.pdf