System Overview and Key Components

1. Navigator

The Navigator attaches directly to a firefighter’s helmet using a quick-mount system. It consists of two primary modules:

• Power Module (PM) — houses the power supply and onboard computer.

• Vision Module (VM) — includes the thermal camera, projector, and HUD (Heads-Up Display).

Key functions:

• Mount/dismount in under 20 seconds.

• Power on/off or hard reset using side controls.

• Toggle through five vision modes (Edge/Thermal, Thermal, Edge, Edge/Hotspot, Triple Overlay).

• Send and acknowledge communication signals (PAR, EVAC, Mayday, F2F).

• Adjust HUD brightness and check battery/connection status.

• Built-in taillights display system status and alerts (green = operational, red = Mayday, etc.).

2. Command Console

A tablet-based command and control interface for officers and ICs.

Capabilities:

• Create and manage incidents.

• Attach apparatus and track individual resources.

• Monitor live video feeds from all active Navigators.

• Send tactical messages and receive acknowledgements.

• Toggle between live feeds and “forensics” playback.

• Record and review tactical milestones.

3. Operations Center

A desktop application for administrative and review functions.

Capabilities:

• Review incident recordings and video feeds.

• Add or edit apparatus, users, and devices.

• Assign helmets and seating positions.

• Manage software updates and inventory.

• Generate reports and submit feedback directly to Qwake.

4. Command Hierarchy

C-THRU integrates into your existing fireground structure:

• Firefighters / Operators – deploy and operate the Navigator.

• Company Officers / ICs – monitor operations via the Command Console.

• Training Division / Admins – review and manage data in the Operations Center.

5. Safety Reminder

• C-THRU enhances—but never replaces—core firefighter training and survival skills.
• Always maintain situational awareness, follow department SOPs, and use C-THRU as a decision-support tool, not a substitute for standard tactics.