ProbeQuest Systems
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ProbeQuest(tm) Systems
The ProbeQuest systems designed for Search and Rescue operations provide video images and sounds into such inaccessible sites as abandoned mines, collapsed buildings and underwater. Each system includes an IR camera probe with microphone and heads-up display for ergonomic use. The gooseneck ProbeQuests (2.3 and 1.0 inch diameter) are manipulated to snake through rubble and other inaccessible locations. The fiberoptic probe is used for even smaller openings of 5/16 inches. The AquaProbe allows viewing of up to 10 feet in fresh or saltwater, depending upon water clarity. The CavityProbe has a 360 degree camera rotation with built-in Mic, and is specifically designed for surveying abandoned mine shafts, wells and other inaccessible disaster sites.
Each system includes
The 7.0 Amp-hr battery pack operates for 10 hours without recharging and includes a charger. The HMD provides images and hands-free, ergonomic use of the probe.
ProbeQuest Extensions
STI video probes are all interchangeable, and each system uses the same battery interface and HMD configuration. Purchase of one system allows the user to acquire additional camera sensor extensions at less than the full system price. The sensors share the same HMD and battery interface. These ProbeQuest video cameras are available as extensions:
- ProbeQuest F/O: 5/16 inch dia., 2 feet long
- ProbeQuest 1: 1.0 inch dia., 3 meters long
- ProbeQuest 2: 2.3 inches dia., 3 meters long
- AquaProbe: 10 feet standard rod length
ProbeQuest F/O (PQ-FO)
This 5/16-inch diameter fiberoptic system is used to locate items in cracks and crevices. The 2-foot long probe attaches to the Head Mounted Display and battery pack for ease of use.
SPECIFICATIONS
Fiberoptic Probe
- 5/16-inch diameter (8.0mm)
- 24 inches insertion length (610mm)
- Near-infrared (880nm or 940nm)
- 60 degrees FOV
- 0 to 4 inches (1 to 102mm) optical working distance
- View direction 0 degrees (forward), 90 degrees (with mirror)
Battery Pack
- 7.0 Amp-hr
- 10-hr. continuous operation
- Single battery charger
ProbeQuest 1 (PQ 1)
This 1.0-inch diameter probe is used by Search and Rescue workers in collapsed buildings and other areas where the 3-meter gooseneck can be used to snake through rubble and other close debris. The optional down-hole microphone can be placed at the tip of the IR camera probe.
SPECIFICATIONS
Video camera probe
- 1.0-inch diameter
- 3-meter gooseneck
- 1/4-inch CCD monochrome camera with f:3.5 lens
- 990nm IR Illuminator
- Near-infrared
- Video resolution: 512 x 492 pixels
- Image in focus from 15mm to infinity
Battery Pack
- 7.0 Amp-hr
- 10-hr. continuous operation
- Single battery charger
ProbeQuest 2 (PQ 2)
This 2.3-inch diameter probe is used by Search and Rescue workers in collapsed buildings and other areas where the 3-meter gooseneck can be used to snake through rubble and other close-fitting debris. The optional down-hole microphone is placed at the tip of the IR camera probe.
SPECIFICATIONS
Video camera probe
- 2.3-inch diameter
- 3-meter gooseneck probe
- 1/3 inch CCD with f:3.5 lens
- 110 degree FOV
- Automatic electronic shutter (1/60 - 1/15,000 sec.)
- Near-infrared
- Video resolution: 512 (H) x 492 (V)
- Focus range 10 mm to infinity
- Built-in brightness infrared illumination source
Battery Pack
- 7.0 Amp-hr
- 10-hr. continuous operation
- Single battery charger
AquaProbe(tm) (PQ-UW)
The AquaProbe Video Camera System is a submersible video camera mounted on a 10-foot fiberglass rod. It allows search specialists to survey saltwater or freshwater habitat and can explore up to 60 feet underwater depending on water clarity. The waterproof PicoCam with onboard IR illumination mounts on the fiberglass rod and sends video images to the Head Mounted Display (HMD).
SPECIFICATIONS
Video Camera Probe
- Near-infrared (880 or 940nm)
- lllumination dispersion patterns available in narrow and wide angles
- Standard 43° FOV; (55°, 78° and 110° FOV avail.)
- 60 feet visibility, depending upon water clarity
- 10-foot fiberglass rod
Battery Pack
- 7.0 Amp-hr
- 10-hr. continuous operation
- Single battery charger
Cavity Probe 360 (PQ-360)
The Cavity Probe Video Camera was designed to help Search and Rescue specialists examine wells, abandoned mine shafts and other extremely inaccessible locations. The probe can be lowered inside most 5.5-inch diameter openings. Once inside, the camera and illumination have a 360° rotation and transmit the video and audio to the wearer of the head mounted display. Wells, mine shafts and collapsed buildings can be surveyed at a safer distance.
SPECIFICATIONS
Video camera probe
- >380 line high resolution b/w camera
- 52° HFOV
- On-board IR illumination
- 360° camera rotation (pan) controlled remotely from the ground.
Battery Pack
- 7.0 Amp-hr
- 10-hr. continuous operation
- Single battery charger
Components/Options
Head Mounted Display
The Head Mounted Display (HMD)(tm) provides a video monitor for each eye while eliminating distracting glare. It can be worn over glasses. Most important, the hands remain free so the operator can manipulate the probe with greater ease. The narrator's headset provides the option of narrating the video on-site. The HMD is used in these STI Search and Rescue video systems: ProbeQuest F/O, ProbeQuest 1, ProbeQuest 2, AquaProbe and Cavity Probe.
SPECIFICATIONS
- LCD display for each eye
- Suncap
- Earphone attached to the headset
- 6-foot cable with Raytheon EN-3 connector
(Custom or client-supplied connectors available at no extra cost.)
- 6-volt (standard) or 12-volt (option) operating voltage (n/c)
- Twin 0.7" Active Matrix LCD
- Adjustable brightness
- Contrast, tint, color and sharpness controls
- Stereo audio
- Weight: 8 oz.
- Accepts composite or S-Video inputs
Audio Pickup
The down-hole microphone placed inside the probe head relays sounds inside the nest to the HMD. This can be documented on the VCR and uses a separate track from the dictation recorded via the Narrator's Headset. This is a standard feature in the Cavity Probe, and an option for the ProbeQuest 2. Not available for smaller probes (PQ1 and PQ-FO).
Narrator's Headset
The Narrator's Headset is attached to the Head Mounted Display (HMD) and allows the user to narrate real-time onto the videotape. This is recorded on a separate track from the audio pickup. Requires Sony GV-D900 Digital VCR Kit and one of these HMD systems: ProbeQuest FO, ProbeQuest 1, ProbeQuest 2, AquaProbe and Cavity Probe.
Gooseneck: Increase to 4 meters
The standard gooseneck length for the ProbeQuest 1 and ProbeQuest 2 is three meters, and can be extended to four meters. This option must be ordered when the probe is ordered.
Color PicoCam(tm)
The Color PicoCam is an option for the AquaProbe
- Color video image
- Resolution of nearly 500 lines
- Includes a visible light source
- Standard 43° FOV, with FOV options of 55°, 78° and 110°
- Dimensions: 1.5-inch cube
- Weight: < 2.0 oz.
- Fully waterproof (to 10 meters)
- Temperature range: 10 to +50° C.
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To order ProbeCam Products call STI at (209)239-7460 or e-mail sales@probecam.com.
