The camera shall be a long wave Forward Looking Infrared (FLIR) video type enclosed in a compact housing suitable for fixed mounting or for attachment to a movable turret to provide enhanced visibility for low light or smoky conditions. Cold Start to video image shall be 30 seconds or less.  A wide-angle field of view shall be provided approximately 46° horizontal x 35° vertical.  The range to detect a person shall be 175 meters or more.  The camera shall be able to operate in open ambient air temperatures from -30°C to +66°C.  The thermal imaging camera shall include a selectable polarity system (white objects cold or hot) that displays a black and white picture.  Contrast and brightness control shall be automatic.

Digital signal processing shall be provided for low noise levels and increased sensitivity.  Operating voltage shall be 9 to 28 VDC.  Over-voltage protection shall be provided from –12 to 40 VDC.  Video output shall be NTSC or PAL (factory setting).  The resolution shall be 320 x 240 pixels.  The camera lens shall be germanium for maximum clarity.  The detector shall be thermoelectric cooled for temperature stabilization.  Camera and housing shall be approximately 150 mm wide x 180 mm high x 140 mm deep with a weight not to exceed 2 kg.