TIC

Question 1

How the TIC works

Answer 1

a. Infrared energy is produce by all objects and is based on temperature.
b. Measures infrared energy and converts it into black (cold objects) and white (hot objects). The brighter the hotter. New models have color palettes.
c. Has the ability to measure temperature differences of 0.05F

Question 2

Uses of the TIC

Answer 2

a. Primary search
b. Locating the seat of the fire
c. Overhaul
d. Ventilation
e. Location of plume (HAZMAT ops)
f. Fluid levels in tanks/drums/vessels
g. Non-fire rescue activities
i. Swift water rescue
ii. Auto-ejections
h. Overheated wires, ballasts, circuits, etc.
i. Breaching walls (identifies grout cells)

Question 3

TFD TIC SOG’s

Answer 3

a. Does not allow firefighters to deviate from currently established safety practices
b. Keep the TIC close to the mask to assist with clear vision (dark, heavy smoke can obscure the screen)
c. Should not be used in temperatures above 800F for more than 2 minutes
i. Can cause white out
ii. Can cause dead firefighters….
d. If the TIC is exposed to heat above 250F for 10min, there will be a loss of picture quality and clarity.
e. Periodic reality checks should be done to observe changing fire conditions
f. Six sided approach should be used
i. ^check all 4 walls, the ceiling and the floor
ii. Don’t let the fire sneak around you!
g. When looking at a mirror or glass, you will see a reflection of yourself
h. An object submerged in water will give off the ambient water temp and therefore you will not be able to see the object
i. Can alter depth perception (especially if you are in 2x mode). Use caution when on the stairs.
j. Not to be used as a forcible entry tool.
k. Not intrinsically safe

Question 4

Maintenance of TIC

Answer 4

a. Clean with rag, mild detergent, and warm water
b. Check battery terminals. Clean with terminal cleaner.
c. Check hinges, seals, and carrying strap before and after use.
d. There are no serviceable parts. Any repairs must be made by manufacturer or maintenance staff.
e. Never point at the sun.

Question 5

MSA Evolution 5000 series

Answer 5

a. Newest versions are 5000, 5200HD and 5800.
b. Operates nearly the same way as the 4000
c. Smaller, lighter, and has a longer battery life
d. On all front line trucks.

Question 6

Where do I charge/find the TIC?

Answer 6

The TIC is charged/located by the FF seat behind the engineer.

Question 7

TIC on/off button

Answer 7

i. Press and hold for 1sec to turn on
ii. Press and hold for 4sec to turn off
iii. Press and hold for 2sec to go into standby mode
iv. To exit standby, press any button
v. Automatically shuts down after 15min of standby mode

Question 8

LED lights on the TIC

Answer 8

Thermometer
Power mode indicator
Battery strength indicator

If all the lights are flashing, you haz beeeeeg problems….

Question 9

Thermometer lights on the TIC

Answer 9

1. Flashing Red if TIC exceeds normal operating temperatures
   a. Let’s face it: if the TIC shouldn’t be in there, then neither should you!!!
2. Remove TIC and allow to cool if this occurs.

Question 10

Power mode indicator light on the TIC

Answer 10

Green=on

Question 11

Battery Strength indicator lights on TIC

Answer 11

1. Green=full charge
2. Yellow=15min left
3. Red=less than 15
4. Flashing red= going off now

Question 12

TIC on screen indicators

Answer 12

i. Low sensitivity mode/firefighting mode indicator
ii. Shutter indicator
iii. Quick temp indicator and digital temp scale
iv. 2x digital zoom

Question 13

LoTemp vs HiTemp modes

Answer 13

i. Normal mode (0-320F) has high sensitivity due to the low temperature
ii. Firefighting mode (320-1050F) low sensitivity due to the high temperature.
iii. Automatically switches to firefighting mode when the temperatures read above 320F and goes up to 1050F.

Question 14

Heat indicators

Answer 14

i. Quick Temp indicator
ii. Temperature gauge will read from 0-320F in normal mode
iii. Gauge will read 0-1050F in firefighting mode

Question 15

Heat seeking mode

Answer 15

i. Shows hotter areas in yellow to dark red color
ii. Normal is 257-297-320
iii. FF 845-914-1020

Works in White Hot, Black Hot, and Fire and Ice modes.

Question 16

2x zoom display on TIC

Answer 16

i. Only available on 5200 and 5800
ii. Allows users to magnify image, providing more detail (actually, providing less clarity but more zoomed in detail due to compression loss of digital zoom)
iii. Achieved by pressing the on/off button

Question 17

Selectable palette imagry

Answer 17

i. 5800 only
ii. Maximizes scene information
iii. Provides greater image detail
1. White hot
2. Black hot
3. Fusion
4. Fire and Ice
5. Rainbow
iv. Default is white hot
v. To activate the palette selection, press the palette selection button for 3sec and then keep pressing to scroll through the colors
vi. To deactivate and return to white hot, hold for 5sec

Question 18

Video Streaming on a TIC

Answer 18

a. Can stream video via remote transmitter or video cable attached to laptop computer
b. Video laptops located on
i. BC 1, 2, 3, 4

Question 19

MSA Evolution 4000 series

Answer 19

a. Nearly identical to 5000 except
i. Larger
ii. Heavier
iii. Shorter battery life
b. No longer carried on trucks
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Question 20

Summary of TIC

Answer 20

a. TFD utilizes MSA models 4000, 5000, 5200HD and 5800.
b. All models are similar in operation with different features – it is up to the individual to become familiar with the unit on his/her assigned truck.
c. It is up to the individual to be proficient with the TIC and it will be an excellent tool.
d. Keep the TIC close to the mask to assist with clear vision (dark, heavy smoke can obscure the screen)
e. Never deviate from standard safety practices. Keep in mind that cameras can fail, white out, or lose image quality, placing firefighters in a dangerous position!