27 Questions
What is the purpose of the Thermal Imaging Cameras (TIC)?
To provide vision capability in zero light conditions
According to the manual, how many main elements is the thermal imaging camera comprised of?
Four
What type of radiation does the Thermal Imaging Camera (TIC) convert into a visible light picture?
Infrared radiation
How many brands of TICs does the Department use according to the manual?
Two
Which specific element of the TIC focuses the image onto the detector?
Lens
What material are TIC lenses made of?
Germanium metal
What does the detector in the TIC do?
Converts infrared radiation into electrical signals
What do the processing electronics in the TIC do?
Convert signals from the detector into a form for display
What is the purpose of the display in the TIC?
Gives an image in the form of a black-and-white television picture
What type of battery is used in the TIC?
Li-Ion rechargeable
How is the battery status indicated in the Drager TIC?
By a row of three LEDs: one green, one yellow, and one red
What is the battery life of the Drager?
4 hours
What is the battery life of the MSA?
2 hours
What is the maximum high-temperature tolerance for the Thermal Imaging Camera (TIC) for one hour?
177 degrees Fahrenheit
What warning symbol reflects on the screen next to the battery symbol when the camera is exposed to very high temperatures?
Temperature warning symbol
How should the external surfaces of the TIC be cleaned?
Wiping with Windex or a similar cleaner
What may happen if the user ignores the high-temperature warning and continues to operate the Thermal Imaging Camera (TIC) in very high temperatures?
Permanent damage to the unit
What is a limitation of the Thermal Imaging Camera (TIC) mentioned in the text?
It cannot penetrate most construction materials.
Why is it sometimes difficult to differentiate between heat or fire trapped in a wall and radiant heat using the TIC?
The TIC provides a black-and-white display.
What should rescuers keep in mind while conducting a search using the TIC?
Look under and around beds, sofas, and other hidden objects to escape fire.
What can cause a whiteout condition in the Drager TIC?
Aiming the unit at a very hot object or flame.
What is a limitation of the depth perception provided by the TIC?
It provides only a two-dimensional view.
Which materials are mentioned as effective barriers for TICs in the text?
Water, plastic, and glass
What does holding down the arrow button do in the Drager TIC?
Changes the color palette of the screen
What happens if the user depresses the mode button longer than two seconds in the Drager TIC?
The color palette of the screen changes
How can the user activate the thermal scan feature in the Drager TIC?
Pressing and holding the up or down arrow button for approximately one second
What is the maximum range of ambient temperature that can be set in the Drager TIC?
-33 degrees Fahrenheit to 244 degrees Fahrenheit
Test your knowledge about activating and deactivating the thermal scan feature on the Drager TIC, which is used to search for elevated temperatures in a specific range. Learn about the temperature range, activation process, and deactivation process of the thermal scan feature.
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