The Ultimate Victim Location System

SEARCHCAM was the first and is still the finest technical search system to extend the rescuers best search senses (vision and hearing) into the voids of collapsed structures and inaccessible locations.

Nine years of research and development have gone into making the finest technical search system available to extend the rescuer's senses of vision and hearing into the voids of collapsed structures and confined spaces. The SEARCHCAM 2000, "The Ultimate Victim Location System" is a continuation of the same fine quality, functionality, durability, and reliability found in previous SEARCHCAM models and proven in actual operation in nearly all of the world's recent disasters ( New York World Trade Centre bombing; Northridge, California earthquake; Oklahoma City Federal Building bombing; Kobe, Japan earthquake; the Korean department store collapse; the Thredbo, Australia avalanche/mud slide; the U.S. Embassy in Africa; and the earthquakes in Columbia, Turkey, Greece, and Taiwan). The best features of previous models have been integrated with many new electronic and structural enhancements to provide a superb technical rescue system.

Fully portable search system

The SEARCHCAM 2000 is a highly mobile, single operator system for victim location and assessment. Audio and video components have been integrated to operate on a continuous basis in the demanding conditions of a disaster setting. The system consists of a miniature, high resolution, colour, video camera; variable intensity illumination; a sensitive microphone and speaker housed in the remotely controlled articulating camera head affixed to the end of a telescoping probe that can be inserted through a 1.75" (4.4cm) diameter opening.

The variable intensity illumination allows the operator to view high quality images as close as a few inches to a distance of over 20' (6m) in total darkness. Much longer viewing distances are achieved in daylight or low light situations. The operator views the LCD screen and listens through the noise attenuating headphones. The integrated two-way communication system allows the operator to perform acoustical searches as well as communicating directly with located victims. The microphone with variable gain amplification, can detect a whisper from across the room or breathing sounds from a distance of a few feet. The noise reducing headphones provide clear audio output under high noise conditions and are designed to be worn under protective head gear.

The water resistant, articulating camera head can pan right to left 180° providing a viewing angle of 260°. The relative camera position is communicated graphically to the operator on the monitor in 15° increments from centre. The camera head automatically returns to centre when the unit is turned off. The telescoping probe collapses to 41" (104cm) and extends to 92" (233cm). Articulation, illumination and audio are remotely controlled using digital interface rocker switches housed in the ergonomically designed pistol grip control handle. Audio, illumination, battery residual, and relative camera position are all continuously monitored and communicated to the operator via on screen graphic display.

The probe is machined from high strength aluminium and the hard anodised finish protects against corrosion and abrasion. The integrated design allows the rescuer to easily carry the seven pound (3.2kg) unit in one hand and navigate through rubble uninhibited by the system. The sealed, lead acid battery pack weighs six pounds (2.7kg), clips to the operator's belt and will provide in excess of three continuous hours of operation. The video display is detachable via a quick-connect coupling allowing the monitor to be extended in excess of thirty feet (9m) away using the optional extension cables.

The alternating current battery charger is equipped to handle dual voltages with the flip of a switch and will charge a completely discharged battery to 90% in two hours. When the 90% level is achieved, the charger automatically enters a trickle charge mode until the battery reaches a 100% charge. The charger will not overcharge the battery even when it remains attached. A charged battery will retain its charge for months while in storage, losing approximately 5% per month.

The entire system consists of; the probe, video monitor, headphones with boom microphone, sun shield, lanyard, two batteries, battery charger, field maintenance kit, operations and maintenance manual, and carry/storage case. The components are stored in one Pelican®, foam lined, high impact plastic, water and dust tight, carrying case with wheels. The packed unit weighs 59 pounds (26.8kg).

Features

• Color Camera
• Telescoping Probe expands from 41” to 92”
• 180º Articulating Camera Head
• Video Display of Camera’s position
• Two-way Communications with victim
• Video Display shows Camera’s orientation

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Searchcam 2000 Accessories

• Remote Display
• Video Display Extension Cable
• CABLEPROBE, Color Camera, Audio - SC2-CBL-C/A
  Batteries
• 5 AH Battery, Belt Clip/Lanyard - SC2-BAT50
• 2.5 AH Battery, Belt Clip/Lanyard - SC2-BAT25
• Battery Charger - SC2-CHAR

SearchCam 2000 Specifications

Camera Colour	1/4" CCD, 0.4 Lux, 350 lines, auto iris
Interchangeable Camera Heads	No
Probe Articulation	Push button servo control
Illumination	SARLUX™ illumnation
Display Monitor	5" diagonal, flat screen LCD active matrix
Auxiliary Output	YES
Video Standard	NTSC or PAL
Victim Communication	Two way - located at the camera probe
Operator Headset	Noise attenating boom microphone, under helmet style
Modular design	NO

Dimensions

System Length	Telescopes from 41" to 92" (104.3 cm to 234 cm)
Probe Weight	7 lbs. (3.2 kg) - batteries worn on belt
Camera Housing	Diameter 1.7" (4.3 cm)
Minimum Access	Diameter 1.75" (4.4 cm)
Articulation Travel	180° total - right to left
Viewing Distance	20' (6 m) total darkness

Battery

Type and Endurance Sealed lead-acid, 5 Ahr, 3 hours continuous operation

Environmental

Operational Temperatures 14° to 140° F (-10° to 60° C)
Recommended Storage Temp 0° - 80 ° F (4° - 26° C)
Water/Dust Highly water resistant, Not designed for submersion

Storage

Type Pelican® water tight and dust tight