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Becky,
5-6 years ago we paid about $10K for a black and white IR camera. 
The false-color ones were about $50K.  Manufacturer was FLIR, as I 
recall.

I actually preferred the black and white version.  People understand 
b&w just fine, and quickly get the idea the dark is cool and white is 
hot.  Having kids do "face-painting" with ice cubes is always a fun 
activity.  The color camera adds a whole other layer of conceptual 
complexity in my opinion.

Good luck!
Mike Bennett



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>We're looking for a good infrared video camera for an exhibit so
>visitors can see their infrared energy projected in false color images
>on a large screen.  If your science center or museum has such an
>exhibit, please let me know:
>
>1) the camera you use (and its cost if available)
>2) the number of colors it displays
>3) how effective it is
>4) any hints on how to make this exhibit the best experience possible
>
>Thanks!
>Becky
>
>Becky Fox Matthews
>Educator & Special Projects Manager
>Adventure Science Center
>800 Ft. Negley Blvd.
>Nashville, TN 37203
>615-401-5073
>www.adventuresci.com
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