FLIR GFx320 User Manual

User’s manual FLIR GFx3xx series
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Table of contents
1 Disclaimers ......................................................................................1
1.1 Legal disclaimer ....................................................................... 1
1.2 U.S. Government Regulations......................................................1
1.3 Copyright ................................................................................ 1
1.4 Quality assurance ..................................................................... 2
1.5 Patents...................................................................................2
1.6 EULA Terms ............................................................................ 2
1.7 EULA Terms ............................................................................ 3
2 Safety information ............................................................................. 4
2.1 Cautions and warnings related to a classified (hazardous)
2.2 General cautions and warnings ....................................................5
3 Notice to user ................................................................................. 11
3.1 User-to-user forums ................................................................ 11
3.2 Calibration............................................................................. 11
3.3 Accuracy .............................................................................. 11
3.4 Disposal of electronic waste ...................................................... 11
3.5 Training ................................................................................ 11
3.6 Documentation updates ........................................................... 11
3.7 Note about authoritative versions................................................ 12
4 Customer help ................................................................................ 13
4.1 General ................................................................................ 13
4.2 Submitting a question .............................................................. 13
4.3 Downloads ............................................................................ 14
5 Conditions of Use for Ex Equipment .................................................. 15
6 Important note about training and applications ................................... 16
6.1 General ................................................................................ 16
7 Important information about FLIR GFx3xx series service ..................... 17
8 List of accessories and services ....................................................... 18
9 Introduction.................................................................................... 21
10 Example images .............................................................................. 22
10.1 General ................................................................................ 22
10.2 Images ................................................................................. 22
11 Quick start guide ............................................................................. 23
11.1 Starting the camera for the first time............................................ 23
11.2 Detecting a gas leak ................................................................ 27
11.3 Detecting a temperature ........................................................... 28
12 FLIR GFx3xx series general instrument check .................................... 31
13 A note about ergonomics ................................................................. 32
13.1 General ................................................................................ 32
area.......................................................................................4
2.2.1 Table of entity parameters ................................................ 8
2.2.2 Battery warning label ......................................................8
2.2.3 Laser warning label......................................................... 9
2.2.4 Laser rules and regulations .............................................. 9
2.2.5 Compliance marking ....................................................... 9
2.2.6 Applicable markings ..................................................... 10
2.2.7 Certifications............................................................... 10
2.2.8 Explosive (hazardous) environment ................................. 10
2.2.9 Safety........................................................................ 10
11.2.1 Procedure .................................................................. 27
11.2.2 Related topics ............................................................. 28
11.3.1 Procedure .................................................................. 28
11.3.2 Related topics ............................................................. 29
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13.2 Figure .................................................................................. 32
13.3 Related topics ........................................................................ 33
14 Camera parts .................................................................................. 34
14.1 View from the left .................................................................... 34
14.1.1 Figure........................................................................ 34
14.1.2 Explanation................................................................. 34
14.2 View from the right .................................................................. 35
14.2.1 Figure........................................................................ 35
14.2.2 Explanation................................................................. 35
14.3 View from the rear................................................................... 36
14.3.1 Figure........................................................................ 36
14.3.2 Explanation................................................................. 36
14.4 View from the rear with open cover ............................................. 37
14.4.1 Figure........................................................................ 37
14.4.2 Explanation................................................................. 37
14.5 Battery condition LED indicator .................................................. 38
14.5.1 Figure........................................................................ 38
14.5.2 Explanation................................................................. 38
14.6 Power LED indicator ................................................................ 38
14.6.1 Figure........................................................................ 38
14.6.2 Explanation................................................................. 38
14.7 Laser pointer ......................................................................... 39
14.7.1 General...................................................................... 39
14.7.2 Figure........................................................................ 39
14.7.3 Laser warning label....................................................... 39
14.7.4 Laser rules and regulations ............................................ 39
14.8 Serial number ........................................................................ 40
14.8.1 General...................................................................... 40
14.8.2 Figure........................................................................ 40
15 Screen elements ............................................................................. 41
15.1 Mode selector ........................................................................ 41
15.1.1 Figure........................................................................ 41
15.1.2 Explanation................................................................. 41
15.2 Result table and measurement tools ........................................... 41
15.2.1 Figure........................................................................ 41
15.2.2 Explanation................................................................. 41
15.3 Toolbox, indicators, and other objects.......................................... 41
15.3.1 Figure........................................................................ 42
15.3.2 Explanation................................................................. 42
16 Achieving a good image ................................................................... 43
16.1 General ................................................................................ 43
16.2 Adjusting the infrared camera focus ............................................ 43
16.2.1 Figure........................................................................ 43
16.2.2 Procedure .................................................................. 43
16.3 Adjusting an image.................................................................. 43
16.3.1 General...................................................................... 43
16.3.2 Explanation of the adjustment methods ............................. 44
16.3.3 Procedure (Auto).......................................................... 44
16.3.4 Figure........................................................................ 44
16.3.5 Procedure (HSM) ......................................................... 44
16.3.6 Procedure (Manual)...................................................... 44
16.4 Selecting a suitable temperature range ........................................ 44
16.4.1 About temperature ranges.............................................. 44
16.4.2 Understanding the temperature scale ............................... 45
16.4.3 Changing the temperature range ..................................... 46
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16.5 Selecting a suitable color palette ................................................ 46
16.5.1 Procedure .................................................................. 46
16.6 Enabling or disabling histogram mode ......................................... 46
16.6.1 General...................................................................... 46
16.6.2 Procedure .................................................................. 46
16.7 Enabling or disabling inverted color palette................................... 46
16.7.1 Procedure .................................................................. 46
16.8 Changing object parameters ..................................................... 47
16.8.1 General...................................................................... 47
16.8.2 Types of parameters ..................................................... 47
16.8.3 Recommended values................................................... 47
16.8.4 Procedure .................................................................. 47
16.8.5 Related topics ............................................................. 48
17 Connecting external devices............................................................. 49
17.1 General ................................................................................ 49
17.2 Figure .................................................................................. 49
17.3 Explanation ........................................................................... 49
17.4 Formatting memory cards ......................................................... 49
18 Handling the camera ........................................................................ 51
18.1 Charging the camera battery ..................................................... 51
18.1.1 Charging the battery using the power supply cable .............. 51
18.1.2 Charging the battery using the stand-alone battery
charger ...................................................................... 51
18.2 Installing and removing the camera battery................................... 52
18.2.1 Installing the battery...................................................... 52
18.2.2 Removing the battery .................................................... 52
18.3 Turning on the camera ............................................................. 53
18.3.1 Procedure .................................................................. 53
18.4 Turning off the camera ............................................................. 53
18.4.1 Procedure .................................................................. 53
18.5 Adjusting the viewing angle of the viewfinder................................. 54
18.5.1 General...................................................................... 54
18.5.2 Figure........................................................................ 54
18.5.3 Procedure .................................................................. 54
18.6 Adjusting the viewfinder’s dioptric correction ................................. 54
18.6.1 General...................................................................... 54
18.6.2 Figure........................................................................ 54
18.6.3 Procedure .................................................................. 55
18.7 Adjusting the camera grip ......................................................... 55
18.7.1 General...................................................................... 55
18.7.2 Figure........................................................................ 55
18.7.3 Procedure .................................................................. 55
18.8 Opening the display................................................................. 55
18.8.1 Figure........................................................................ 55
18.9 Adjusting the viewing angle of the display..................................... 56
18.9.1 General...................................................................... 56
18.9.2 Figure........................................................................ 56
18.9.3 Procedure .................................................................. 56
18.10 Adjusting the infrared camera focus ............................................ 56
18.10.1 Figure........................................................................ 56
18.10.2 Procedure .................................................................. 57
18.11 Using the zoom function ........................................................... 57
18.11.1 General...................................................................... 57
18.11.2 Procedure .................................................................. 57
18.12 Operating the laser pointer........................................................ 58
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18.12.1 Figure........................................................................ 58
18.12.2 Procedure .................................................................. 58
18.13 Laser warning label ................................................................. 58
18.14 Laser rules and regulations ....................................................... 58
18.15 Assigning functions to the programmable button............................ 59
18.15.1 General...................................................................... 59
18.15.2 Procedure .................................................................. 59
19 Working with views and images......................................................... 60
19.1 Saving infrared images............................................................. 60
19.1.1 General...................................................................... 60
19.1.2 Image capacity ............................................................ 60
19.1.3 Saving an infrared image directly to an SD Memory
Card.......................................................................... 60
19.1.4 Previewing and saving an infrared image to an SD
Memory Card .............................................................. 60
19.2 Opening an image................................................................... 61
19.2.1 General...................................................................... 61
19.2.2 Procedure .................................................................. 61
19.3 Changing settings related to image presentation............................ 61
19.3.1 General...................................................................... 61
19.3.2 Procedure .................................................................. 61
19.4 Editing a saved image.............................................................. 62
19.4.1 General...................................................................... 62
19.4.2 Procedure .................................................................. 62
19.5 Deleting a file ......................................................................... 62
19.5.1 Procedure .................................................................. 62
20 Working with measurement tools ...................................................... 63
20.1 Laying out a measurement tool .................................................. 63
20.1.1 General...................................................................... 63
20.1.2 Procedure .................................................................. 63
20.2 Moving or resizing a measurement tool........................................ 63
20.2.1 General...................................................................... 63
20.2.2 Procedure .................................................................. 63
20.3 Creating & setting up a difference calculation ................................ 63
20.3.1 General...................................................................... 63
20.3.2 Procedure .................................................................. 63
20.4 Changing object parameters ..................................................... 64
20.4.1 General...................................................................... 64
20.4.2 Types of parameters ..................................................... 64
20.4.3 Recommended values................................................... 65
20.4.4 Procedure .................................................................. 65
20.4.5 Related topics ............................................................. 65
21 Programming the camera ................................................................. 66
21.1 General ................................................................................ 66
21.2 Procedure ............................................................................. 66
22 Recording video clips ...................................................................... 67
22.1 General ................................................................................ 67
22.2 Procedure ............................................................................. 67
23 Changing settings ........................................................................... 68
23.1 General ................................................................................ 68
23.2 Procedure ............................................................................. 68
24 Technical data................................................................................. 69
24.1 Online field-of-view calculator .................................................... 69
24.2 Note about technical data ......................................................... 69
24.3 Note about authoritative versions................................................ 69
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24.4 FLIR GFx320 14.5° fixed lens .................................................... 70
24.5 FLIR GFx320 24° fixed lens....................................................... 75
25 Mechanical drawings ....................................................................... 80
26 EU Declaration of conformity ............................................................ 83
27 MET Compliance Data Report (truncated)........................................... 85
28 IEC/IECEE/Intertek Test Report (truncated)......................................... 88
29 IEC/IECEE/Intertek CB Test Certificate ............................................... 91
30 MET Laboratories Test Certificate (truncated) ..................................... 94
31 MET Laboratories Letter of Certification ............................................. 96
32 Element Type Examination Certificate (truncated) ............................... 98
33 IECEx Technical Report: GB/EMT/ExTR16.0015/00 ............................ 100
34 IECEx Quality Assessment Report: GB/EMT/QAR16.0003/00 .............. 102
35 Cleaning the camera ...................................................................... 104
35.1 Camera housing, cables, and other items................................... 104
35.1.1 Liquids..................................................................... 104
35.1.2 Equipment................................................................ 104
35.1.3 Procedure ................................................................ 104
35.2 Infrared lens ........................................................................ 104
35.2.1 Liquids..................................................................... 104
35.2.2 Equipment................................................................ 104
35.2.3 Procedure ................................................................ 104
36 Cooler maintenance....................................................................... 105
36.1 General .............................................................................. 105
36.2 Signs to watch for ................................................................. 105
37 Detectable gases........................................................................... 106
37.1 General .............................................................................. 106
37.2 Gases that can be detected by FLIR GFx3xx .............................. 106
38 Why do some gases absorb infrared energy? ................................... 109
39 About FLIR Systems ...................................................................... 112
39.1 More than just an infrared camera ............................................ 113
39.2 Sharing our knowledge .......................................................... 113
39.3 Supporting our customers....................................................... 114
40 Terms, laws, and definitions............................................................ 115
41 Thermographic measurement techniques ........................................ 117
41.1 Introduction ........................................................................ 117
41.2 Emissivity............................................................................ 117
41.2.1 Finding the emissivity of a sample.................................. 117
41.3 Reflected apparent temperature............................................... 121
41.4 Distance ............................................................................. 121
41.5 Relative humidity .................................................................. 121
41.6 Other parameters.................................................................. 121
42 About calibration ........................................................................... 122
42.1 Introduction ......................................................................... 122
42.2 Definition—what is calibration? ................................................ 122
42.3 Camera calibration at FLIR Systems ......................................... 122
42.4 The differences between a calibration performed by a user and
that performed directly at FLIR Systems..................................... 123
42.5 Calibration, verification and adjustment...................................... 123
42.6 Non-uniformity correction........................................................ 124
42.7 Thermal image adjustment (thermal tuning) ................................ 124
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43 History of infrared technology......................................................... 125
44 Theory of thermography................................................................. 128
44.1 Introduction ......................................................................... 128
44.2 The electromagnetic spectrum................................................. 128
44.3 Blackbody radiation............................................................... 128
44.3.1 Planck’s law .............................................................. 129
44.3.2 Wien’s displacement law.............................................. 130
44.3.3 Stefan-Boltzmann's law ............................................... 131
44.3.4 Non-blackbody emitters ............................................... 132
44.4 Infrared semi-transparent materials........................................... 134
45 The measurement formula.............................................................. 135
46 Emissivity tables ........................................................................... 139
46.1 References.......................................................................... 139
46.2 Tables ................................................................................ 139
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Disclaimers

1.1 Legal disclaimer

All products manufactured by FLIR Systems are warranted against defective materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the delivery date of the original pur­chase, provided such products have been under normal storage, use and service, and in accordance with FLIR Systems instruction.
Uncooled handheld infrared cameras manufactured by FLIR Systems are warranted against defective materials and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the deliv­ery date of the original purchase, provided such products have been under normal stor­age, use and service, and in accordance with FLIR Systems instruction, and provided that the camera has been registered within 60 days of original purchase.
Detectors for uncooled handheld infrared cameras manufactured by FLIR Systems are warranted against defective materials and workmanship for a period of ten (10) years from the delivery date of the original purchase, provided such products have been under normal storage, use and service, and in accordance with FLIR Systems instruction, and provided that the camera has been registered within 60 days of original purchase.
Products which are not manufactured by FLIR Systems but included in systems deliv­ered by FLIR Systems to the original purchaser, carry the warranty, if any, of the particu­lar supplier only. FLIR Systems has no responsibility whatsoever for such products.
The warranty extends only to the original purchaser and is not transferable. It is not appli­cable to any product which has been subjected to misuse, neglect, accident or abnormal conditions of operation. Expendable parts are excluded from the warranty.
In the case of a defect in a product covered by this warranty the product must not be fur­ther used in order to prevent additional damage. The purchaser shall promptly report any defect to FLIR Systems or this warranty will not apply.
FLIR Systems will, at its option, repair or replace any such defective product free of charge if, upon inspection, it proves to be defective in material or workmanship and pro­vided that it is returned to FLIR Systems within the said one-year period.
FLIR Systems has no other obligation or liability for defects than those set forth above. No other warranty is expressed or implied. FLIR Systems specifically disclaims the im-
plied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. FLIR Systems shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequen-
tial loss or damage, whether based on contract, tort or any other legal theory. This warranty shall be governed by Swedish law. Any dispute, controversy or claim arising out of or in connection with this warranty, shall
be finally settled by arbitration in accordance with the Rules of the Arbitration Institute of the Stockholm Chamber of Commerce. The place of arbitration shall be Stockholm. The language to be used in the arbitral proceedings shall be English.

1.2 U.S. Government Regulations

This product may be subject to U.S. Export Regulations. Please send any inquiries to ex­portquestions@flir.com.

1.3 Copyright

© 2016, FLIR Systems, Inc. All rights reserved worldwide. No parts of the software in­cluding source code may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed or translated into any language or computer language in any form or by any means, electronic, magnetic, opti­cal, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of FLIR Systems.
The documentation must not, in whole or part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated or transmitted to any electronic medium or machine readable form without pri­or consent, in writing, from FLIR Systems.
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Names and marks appearing on the products herein are either registered trademarks or trademarks of FLIR Systems and/or its subsidiaries. All other trademarks, trade names or company names referenced herein are used for identification only and are the prop­erty of their respective owners.

1.4 Quality assurance

The Quality Management System under which these products are developed and manu­factured has been certified in accordance with the ISO 9001 standard.
FLIR Systems is committed to a policy of continuous development; therefore we reserve the right to make changes and improvements on any of the products without prior notice.

1.5 Patents

000439161; 000653423; 000726344; 000859020; 001707738; 001707746; 001707787; 001776519; 001954074; 002021543; 002021543-0002; 002058180; 002249953; 002531178; 002816785; 002816793; 011200326; 014347553; 057692; 061609; 07002405; 100414275; 101796816; 101796817; 101796818; 102334141; 1062100; 11063060001; 11517895; 1226865; 12300216; 12300224; 1285345; 1299699; 1325808; 1336775; 1391114; 1402918; 1404291; 1411581; 1415075; 1421497; 1458284; 1678485; 1732314; 17399650; 1880950; 1886650; 2007301511414; 2007303395047; 2008301285812; 2009301900619; 20100060357; 2010301761271; 2010301761303; 2010301761572; 2010305959313; 2011304423549; 2012304717443; 2012306207318; 2013302676195; 2015202354035; 2015304259171; 204465713; 204967995; 2106017; 2107799; 2115696; 2172004; 2315433; 2381417; 2794760001; 3006596; 3006597; 303330211; 4358936; 483782; 484155; 4889913; 4937897; 4995790001; 5177595; 540838; 579475; 584755; 599392; 60122153; 6020040116815;
602006006500.0; 6020080347796; 6020110003453; 615113; 615116; 664580; 664581; 665004; 665440; 67023029; 6707044; 677298; 68657; 69036179; 70022216; 70028915; 70028923; 70057990; 7034300; 710424; 7110035; 7154093; 7157705; 718801; 723605; 7237946; 7312822; 7332716; 7336823; 734803; 7544944; 7606484; 7634157; 7667198; 7809258; 7826736; 8018649; 8153971; 8212210; 8289372; 8340414; 8354639; 8384783; 8520970; 8565547; 8595689; 8599262; 8654239; 8680468; 8803093; 8823803; 8853631; 8933403; 9171361; 9191583; 9279728; 9280812; 9338352; 9423940; 9471970; 9595087; D549758.

1.6 EULATerms

• You have acquired a device (“INFRARED CAMERA”) that includes software licensed by FLIR Systems AB from Microsoft Licensing, GP or its affiliates (“MS”). Those in­stalled software products of MS origin, as well as associated media, printed materials, and “online” or electronic documentation (“SOFTWARE”) are protected by internation­al intellectual property laws and treaties. The SOFTWARE is licensed, not sold. All rights reserved.
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LIMITED TO USE ON THE DEVICE, WILL CONSTITUTE YOUR AGREEMENT TO THIS EULA (OR RATIFICATION OF ANY PREVIOUS CONSENT).
GRANT OF SOFTWARE LICENSE. This EULA grants you the following license: ◦ You may use the SOFTWARE only on the DEVICE.
NOT FAULT TOLERANT. THE SOFTWARE IS NOT FAULT TOLERANT. FLIR Sys-
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and with all faults. THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO SATISFACTORY QUALITY, PER­FORMANCE, ACCURACY, AND EFFORT (INCLUDING LACK OF NEGLIGENCE) IS WITH YOU. ALSO, THERE IS NO WARRANTYAGAINST INTERFERENCE
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WITH YOUR ENJOYMENT OF THE SOFTWARE OR AGAINST INFRINGEMENT.
IF YOU HAVE RECEIVED ANY WARRANTIES REGARDING THE DEVICE OR THE SOFTWARE, THOSE WARRANTIES DO NOT ORIGINATE FROM, AND ARE NOT BINDING ON, MS.
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SOFTWARE TRANSFER ALLOWED BUT WITH RESTRICTIONS. You may per-
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export jurisdiction. You agree to comply with all applicable international and nation­al laws that apply to the SOFTWARE, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations, as well as end-user, end-use and destination restrictions issued by U. S. and other governments. For additional information see http://www.microsoft. com/exporting/.

1.7 EULATerms

Qt4 Core and Qt4 GUI, Copyright ©2013 Nokia Corporation and FLIR Systems AB. This Qt library is a free software; you can redistribute it and/or modify it under the terms of the GNU Lesser General Public License as published by the Free Software Foundation; ei­ther version 2.1 of the License, or (at your option) any later version. This library is distrib­uted in the hope that it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY; without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. See the GNU Lesser General Public License, http://www.gnu.org/licenses/lgpl-2.1.html. The source code for the libraries Qt4 Core and Qt4 GUI may be requested from FLIR Systems AB.
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2.1 Cautions and warnings related to a classified (hazardous) area

WARNING
Do not connect the camera to an external device while the camera is in a classified (hazardous) area. An explosion can occur. This can cause injury or death to persons and damage to the equipment.
WARNING
Do not replace the memory card while the camera is in a classified (hazardous) area. An explosion can occur. This can cause injury or death to persons and damage to the equipment.
WARNING
Do not open the cover for the connector and battery compartment while the camera is in a classified (hazardous) area. An explosion can occur. This can cause injury or death to persons and damage to the equipment.
WARNING
Do not replace the battery while the camera is in a classified (hazardous) area. An explosion can occur. This can cause injury or death to persons and damage to the equipment.
WARNING
Only connect ATEX/IECEx-approved intrinsically safe equipment to the USB mini-B and HDMI ports. If you do not obey this, an explosion can occur. This can cause injury or death to persons and damage to the equipment.
WARNING
Do not charge the battery in a classified (hazardous) area. An explosion can occur. This can cause in­jury or death to persons and damage to the equipment.
WARNING
Do not take the following items (that FLIR Systems supplies) into a classified (hazardous) area. An ex­plosion can occur. This can cause injury or death to persons and damage to the equipment.
Product name Item part number Sales part number
Battery charger, incl. power supply with multi plugs
Cigarette lighter adapter kit, 12 VDC, 1.2 m/3.9 ft.
Hard transport case T199466
HDMI to DVI cable 1.5 m T910816 T910816ACC HDMI to HDMI cable 1.5 m T910815 Screwdriver TX20 Power supply, incl. multi plugs T910814 T910814
USB cable Std A <-> Mini-B
1196210 T197692
1910490 T198509
T199466ACC
T910815ACC
T911309
1910423 1910423
T911309ACC
CAUTION
You must only use this charger when you charge the battery: Manufactured by Ten Pao industrial Co. Ltd., IECEE CB reference certificate No. JPTUV-035588-M1 (supplied by TUV Rheinland Japan Ltd.), FLIR item part number 1196210 (FLIR sales part number T197692). FLIR Systems supplies the charger and the battery packs with the camera equipment. If you do not obey this, damage to the equipment can occur and the protection that the equipment gives can become unsatisfactory.
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CAUTION
Only use the camera with a battery that has the item part number T199183 on it (that FLIR Systems supplies). If you do not obey this, damage to the equipment can occur and the protection that the equip­ment gives can become unsatisfactory.
CAUTION
Only use the camera with the following accessories (that FLIR Systems supplies). If you do not obey this, the protection that the equipment gives can become unsatisfactory.
Product name Item part number Sales part number
Hand strap T129728 T129728ACC
Neck strap T129729
Lens cap T129739 T129739ACC
Lens cap strap T129867
T129729ACC
T129867ACC
CAUTION
Do not connect a power supply to the battery while the battery is in the camera. Damage to the camera can occur.
CAUTION
Inside a classified (hazardous) area, only use the camera in a temperature range between –20°C to +40°C (–4°F to +104°F). This is the certification temperature range for explosive atmospheres.
Outside a classified (hazardous) area, do not use the camera in temperatures more than +50°C (+122° F). High temperatures can cause damage to the camera.
CAUTION
Do not remove the infrared lens. If you do not obey this, the protection that the equipment gives can be­come unsatisfactory.
CAUTION
Do not make markings on the camera. Markings include labels, engravings, printing, melting, and so forth. If you do not obey this, the protection that the equipment gives can become unsatisfactory.
CAUTION
Make sure that you do not use a torque value that is more than 80 Ncm on the Torx T20 screw. Damage to the camera can occur if you do not obey this.
Note The encapsulation rating is only applicable when all the openings on the camera are sealed with their correct covers, hatches, or caps. This includes the compartments for data storage, batteries, and connectors.

2.2 General cautions and warnings

WARNING
Applicability: Class A digital devices.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever meas­ures may be required to correct the interference.
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WARNING
Applicability: Cameras with one or more laser pointers.
Do not look directly into the laser beam. The laser beam can cause eye irritation.
WARNING
Applicability: Cameras with one or more batteries.
Do not disassemble or do a modification to the battery. The battery contains safety and protection devi­ces which, if damage occurs, can cause the battery to become hot, or cause an explosion or an ignition.
WARNING
Applicability: Cameras with one or more batteries.
If there is a leak from the battery and you get the fluid in your eyes, do not rub your eyes. Flush well with water and immediately get medical care. The battery fluid can cause injury to your eyes if you do not do this.
WARNING
Applicability: Cameras with one or more batteries.
Do not continue to charge the battery if it does not become charged in the specified charging time. If you continue to charge the battery, it can become hot and cause an explosion or ignition. Injury to per­sons can occur.
WARNING
Applicability: Cameras with one or more batteries.
Only use the correct equipment to remove the electrical power from the battery. If you do not use the correct equipment, you can decrease the performance or the life cycle of the battery. If you do not use the correct equipment, an incorrect flow of current to the battery can occur. This can cause the battery to become hot, or cause an explosion. Injury to persons can occur.
WARNING
Make sure that you read all applicable MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) and warning labels on con­tainers before you use a liquid. The liquids can be dangerous. Injury to persons can occur.
CAUTION
Do not point the infrared camera (with or without the lens cover) at strong energy sources, for example, devices that cause laser radiation, or the sun. This can have an unwanted effect on the accuracy of the camera. It can also cause damage to the detector in the camera.
CAUTION
Applicability: Cameras with one or more batteries.
Do not attach the batteries directly to a car’s cigarette lighter socket, unless FLIR Systems supplies a specific adapter to connect the batteries to a cigarette lighter socket. Damage to the batteries can occur.
CAUTION
Applicability: Cameras with one or more batteries.
Do not connect the positive terminal and the negative terminal of the battery to each other with a metal object (such as wire). Damage to the batteries can occur.
CAUTION
Applicability: Cameras with one or more batteries.
Do not get water or salt water on the battery, or permit the battery to become wet. Damage to the bat­teries can occur.
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CAUTION
Applicability: Cameras with one or more batteries.
Do not make holes in the battery with objects. Damage to the battery can occur.
CAUTION
Applicability: Cameras with one or more batteries.
Do not hit the battery with a hammer. Damage to the battery can occur.
CAUTION
Applicability: Cameras with one or more batteries.
Do not put your foot on the battery, hit it or cause shocks to it. Damage to the battery can occur.
CAUTION
Applicability: Cameras with one or more batteries.
Do not put the batteries in or near a fire, or into direct sunlight. When the battery becomes hot, the built­in safety equipment becomes energized and can stop the battery charging procedure. If the battery be­comes hot, damage can occur to the safety equipment and this can cause more heat, damage or igni­tion of the battery.
CAUTION
Applicability: Cameras with one or more batteries.
Do not put the battery on a fire or increase the temperature of the battery with heat. Damage to the bat­tery and injury to persons can occur.
CAUTION
Applicability: Cameras with one or more batteries.
Do not solder directly onto the battery. Damage to the battery can occur.
CAUTION
Applicability: Cameras with one or more batteries.
Do not use the battery if, when you use, charge, or put the battery in storage, there is an unusual smell from the battery, the battery feels hot, changes color, changes shape, or is in an unusual condition. Speak with your sales office if one or more of these problems occurs. Damage to the battery and injury to persons can occur.
CAUTION
Applicability: Cameras with one or more batteries.
The temperature range through which you can charge the battery is 0°C to +45°C (+32°F to +113°F), except for the Korean market: +10°C to +45°C (+50°F to +113°F). If you charge the battery at tempera­tures out of this range, it can cause the battery to become hot or to break. It can also decrease the per­formance or the life cycle of the battery.
CAUTION
Applicability: Cameras with one or more batteries.
The temperature range through which you can remove the electrical power from the battery is -15°C to +50°C (+5°F to +122°F), unless other information is specified in the user documentation or technical data. If you operate the battery out of this temperature range, it can decrease the performance or the life cycle of the battery.
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CAUTION
Applicability: Cameras with one or more batteries.
When the battery is worn, apply insulation to the terminals with adhesive tape or equivalent materials before you discard it. Damage to the battery and injury to persons can occur if you do not do this.
CAUTION
Applicability: Cameras with one or more batteries.
Remove any water or moisture on the battery before you install it. Damage to the battery can occur if you do not do this.
CAUTION
Do not apply solvents or equivalent liquids to the camera, the cables, or other items. Damage to the bat­tery and injury to persons can occur.
CAUTION
Be careful when you clean the infrared lens. The lens has an anti-reflective coating which is easily dam­aged. Damage to the infrared lens can occur.
CAUTION
Do not use too much force to clean the infrared lens. This can cause damage to the anti-reflective coating.
CAUTION
Applicability: Cameras with a viewfinder.
Make sure that the beams from the intensive energy sources do not go into the viewfinder. The beams can cause damage to the camera. This includes the devices that emit laser radiation, or the sun.
Note The GPS module cannot retrieve GPS data when the camera is used inside build­ings. Further, displaying GPS data is dependent on many factors, such as terrain, high buildings around the camera, and the number of detected satellites.

2.2.1 Table of entity parameters

The table shows the maximum input parameters for each port of the camera.
Table 2.1 Table of entity parameters
Parameter (see note) USB mini-B HDMI Battery pack charge
U
i
I
i
U
m
6 V 4 V 5 mA 25 µA
__ __
port
__ __
100 V
Ui= the maximum input voltage.
= the maximum input current.
I
i
= the maximum r.m.s. AC or DC voltage.
U
m

2.2.2 Battery warning label

The following warning label is affixed to the inside of the back cover:
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2.2.3 Laser warning label

A laser warning label with the following information is affixed to the camera:

2.2.4 Laser rules and regulations

Wavelength: 635 nm. Maximum output power: 1 mW. This product complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant
to Laser Notice No. 50, dated June 24, 2007.

2.2.5 Compliance marking

2.2.5.1 Figure
A marking with the following information is laser-etched into the bottom of the camera housing:
2.2.5.2 Explanation
1. Ex = Explosion protection.
2. Protection Type Codes: ic = intrinsic safe, nC = sealed device.
3. Inherently safe optical device.
4. Gas Group: IIC = acetylene, hydrogen, ethylene, and propane.
5. Temperature Classification Code: T4 = <135 (<275 ).
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6. Equipment Protection Level (EPL): EPL is linked to the intended use and zones. Gc
is linked to Gas Group II, Zone 2 and constitutes minimum protection level of either n, ic or pz.
7. Equipment Group: Group I = Mines, Group II = Other.
8. Equipment Category: 3 = Equipment suitable for use in Zone 2.
9. G = Gas.

2.2.6 Applicable markings

2.2.7 Certifications

• ATEX/IECEx, Ex ic nC op is IIC T4 Gc II 3 G
• ANSI/ISA-12.12.01-2013, Class I Division 2
• CSA 22.2 No. 213, Class I Division 2

2.2.8 Explosive (hazardous) environment

Standards related to explosive (hazardous) environment that the camera complies with:
• IEC 60079-0:2011
• IEC 60079-11:2011
• IEC 60079-15:2010 (partial)
• IEC 60079-28:2015
• BS EN 60079-0:2012
• BS EN 60079-11:2012
• BS EN 60079-15:2010
• BS EN 60079-28:2015
• ANSI/ISA-12.12.01-2013
• CSA 22.2 No. 213
• ATEX directive 2014/34/EU

2.2.9 Safety

Standards related to safety that the camera complies with:
• EN/UL/IEC 60950-1
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Notice to user

3.1 User-to-user forums

Exchange ideas, problems, and infrared solutions with fellow thermographers around the world in our user-to-user forums. To go to the forums, visit:
http://forum.infraredtraining.com/

3.2 Calibration

Gas detection: no re-calibration recommendation. The ability to detect gases is not influ­enced by the calibration and will not degrade over time.
Temperature measurement: annual re-calibration recommended.

3.3 Accuracy

For very accurate results, we recommend that you wait 5 minutes after you have started the camera before measuring a temperature.
For cameras where the detector is cooled by a mechanical cooler, this time period ex­cludes the time it takes to cool down the detector.

3.4 Disposal of electronic waste

As with most electronic products, this equipment must be disposed of in an environmen­tally friendly way, and in accordance with existing regulations for electronic waste.
Please contact your FLIR Systems representative for more details.

3.5 Training

To read about infrared training, visit:
• http://www.infraredtraining.com
• http://www.irtraining.com
• http://www.irtraining.eu

3.6 Documentation updates

Our manuals are updated several times per year, and we also issue product-critical notifi­cations of changes on a regular basis.
To access the latest manuals, translations of manuals, and notifications, go to the Down­load tab at:
http://support.flir.com It only takes a few minutes to register online. In the download area you will also find the
latest releases of manuals for our other products, as well as manuals for our historical and obsolete products.
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3.7 Note about authoritative versions

The authoritative version of this publication is English. In the event of divergences due to translation errors, the English text has precedence.
Any late changes are first implemented in English.
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Customer help

4.1 General

For customer help, visit: http://support.flir.com

4.2 Submitting a question

To submit a question to the customer help team, you must be a registered user. It only takes a few minutes to register online. If you only want to search the knowledgebase for existing questions and answers, you do not need to be a registered user.
When you want to submit a question, make sure that you have the following information to hand:
• The camera model
• The camera serial number
• The communication protocol, or method, between the camera and your device (for ex­ample, SD card reader, HDMI, Ethernet, USB, or FireWire)
• Device type (PC/Mac/iPhone/iPad/Android device, etc.)
• Version of any programs from FLIR Systems
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• Full name, publication number, and revision number of the manual

4.3 Downloads

On the customer help site you can also download the following, when applicable for the product:
• Firmware updates for your infrared camera.
• Program updates for your PC/Mac software.
• Freeware and evaluation versions of PC/Mac software.
• User documentation for current, obsolete, and historical products.
• Mechanical drawings (in *.dxf and *.pdf format).
• Cad data models (in *.stp format).
• Application stories.
• Technical datasheets.
• Product catalogs.
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Conditions of Use for Ex Equipment

WARNING
Do not connect the camera to an external device while the camera is in a classified (hazardous) area. An explosion can occur. This can cause injury or death to persons and damage to the equipment.
WARNING
Do not replace the memory card while the camera is in a classified (hazardous) area. An explosion can occur. This can cause injury or death to persons and damage to the equipment.
WARNING
Do not open the cover for the connector and battery compartment while the camera is in a classified (hazardous) area. An explosion can occur. This can cause injury or death to persons and damage to the equipment.
WARNING
Do not replace the battery while the camera is in a classified (hazardous) area. An explosion can occur. This can cause injury or death to persons and damage to the equipment.
WARNING
Only connect ATEX/IECEx-approved intrinsically safe equipment to the USB mini-B and HDMI ports. If you do not obey this, an explosion can occur. This can cause injury or death to persons and damage to the equipment.
CAUTION
You must only use this charger when you charge the battery: Manufactured by Ten Pao industrial Co. Ltd., IECEE CB reference certificate No. JPTUV-035588-M1 (supplied by TUV Rheinland Japan Ltd.), FLIR item part number 1196210 (FLIR sales part number T197692). FLIR Systems supplies the charger and the battery packs with the camera equipment. If you do not obey this, damage to the equipment can occur and the protection that the equipment gives can become unsatisfactory.
CAUTION
Only use the camera with a battery that has the item part number T199183 on it (that FLIR Systems supplies). If you do not obey this, damage to the equipment can occur and the protection that the equip­ment gives can become unsatisfactory.
Note The encapsulation rating is only applicable when all the openings on the camera are sealed with their correct covers, hatches, or caps. This includes the compartments for data storage, batteries, and connectors.
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Important note about training and applications

6.1 General

Infrared inspection of gas leaks, furnaces, and high-temperature applications—including infrared image and other data acquisition, analysis, diagnosis, prognosis, and reporting —is a highly advanced skill. It requires professional knowledge of thermography and its applications, and is, in some countries, subject to certification and legislation.
Consequently, we strongly recommend that you seek the necessary training before car­rying out inspections. Please visit the following site for more information:
http://www.infraredtraining.com
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Important information about FLIR GFx3xx series service

• Service must only be performed by an authorized FLIR service department.
• Contact the service department before shipping the camera. Many problems can be resolved on the phone—if so, the camera does not need to be shipped.
• If the camera has been subject to shock or vibration, it should be sent to an authorized FLIR service department for control.
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List of accessories and services

Product name Item part number Sales part number
Battery T199183 T199183ACC
WARNING
Do not replace this item inside a classi­fied (hazardous) area. An explosion can occur. An explo­sion can cause death or injury to persons and dam­age to the equipment.
Battery charger, incl. power supply with multi plugs
Cigarette lighter adapt­er kit, 12 VDC, 1.2 m/
3.9 ft.
FLIR IR Camera Player N/A DSW-10000
FLIR Reporter Profes­sional (license only)
FLIR ResearchIR Max + HSDR 4 (hardware sec. dev.)
FLIR ResearchIR Max + HSDR 4 (printed li­cense key)
FLIR ResearchIR Max + HSDR 4 Upgrade (printed license key)
FLIR ResearchIR Max 4 (hardware sec. dev.)
FLIR ResearchIR Max 4 (printed license key)
FLIR ResearchIR Max 4 Upgrade (printed li­cense key)
1196210 T197692
1910490 T198509
N/A T198586
N/A T198697
N/A
N/A
N/A T198696
N/A
N/A T199043
T199014
T199044
T199013
WARNING
Do not take this item into a classified (hazardous) area. An explosion can occur. An explosion can cause death or injury to persons and damage to the equipment.
WARNING
Do not take this item into a classified (hazardous) area. An explosion can occur. An explosion can cause death or injury to persons and damage to the equipment.
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Product name Item part number Sales part number
FLIR ResearchIR Standard 4 (hardware sec. dev.)
FLIR ResearchIR Standard 4 (printed li­cense key)
FLIR ResearchIR Standard 4 Upgrade (printed license key)
FLIR Tools N/A T198584 FLIR Tools+ (download
card incl. license key)
FLIR VideoReport N/A T198585
Hand strap T129728
Hard transport case T199466 T199466ACC
N/A T198731
N/A T199012
N/A
N/A
T199042
T198583
T129728ACC
HDMI to DVI cable 1.5mT910816 T910816ACC
HDMI to HDMI cable
1.5 m
T910815 T910815ACC
WARNING
Do not take this item into a classified (hazardous) area. An explosion can occur. An explosion can cause death or injury to persons and damage to the equipment.
WARNING
Do not take this item into a classified (hazardous) area. An explosion can occur. An explosion can cause death or injury to persons and damage to the equipment.
WARNING
Do not take this item into a classified (hazardous) area. An explosion can occur. An explosion can cause death or injury to persons and damage to the equipment.
Lens cap T129739 T129739ACC
Lens cap strap T129867
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Product name Item part number Sales part number
Memory card SDHC 4 GB
T911650 T911650ACC
WARNING
Do not replace this item inside a classi­fied (hazardous) area. An explosion can occur. An explo­sion can cause death or injury to persons and dam­age to the equipment.
Neck strap T129729
Power supply, incl. mul­ti plugs
Screwdriver TX20
ThermoVision™ Lab­VIEW® Digital Toolkit Ver. 3.3
ThermoVision™ Sys­tem Developers Kit Ver.
2.6 USB cable Std A <->
Mini-B
T910814 T910814
T911309
N/A T198566
N/A
1910423 1910423
T129729ACC
WARNING
Do not take this item into a classified (hazardous) area. An explosion can occur. An explosion can cause death or injury to persons and damage to the equipment.
T911309ACC
WARNING
Do not take this item into a classified (hazardous) area. An explosion can occur. An explosion can cause death or injury to persons and damage to the equipment.
T198567
WARNING
Do not take this item into a classified (hazardous) area. An explosion can occur. An explosion can cause death or injury to persons and damage to the equipment.
Note FLIR Systems reserves the right to discontinue models, parts or accessories, and other items, or to change specifications at any time without prior notice.
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Introduction

Thank you for choosing a FLIR GFx3xx series camera from FLIR Systems. The FLIR GFx3xx series camera is an infrared camera for optical gas imaging (OGI) in
explosive atmospheres that visualizes and pinpoints leaks of methane and other volatile organic compounds (VOCs), without the need to shut down the operation. The portable camera also greatly improves operator safety, by detecting emissions at a safe distance, and helps to protect the environment by tracing leaks of environmentally harmful gases.
The FLIR GFx3xx series camera is used in industrial settings such as oil refineries, natu­ral gas processing plants, offshore platforms, chemical/petrochemical industries, and bi­ogas and power generation plants.
Main features:
Certified for use in an explosive atmosphere.
Improved efficiency: The FLIR GFx320 reduces revenue loss by pinpointing gas leaks quickly and efficiently, and from a distance. It also reduces the inspection time by allowing a broad area to be scanned rapidly and without the need to interrupt the industrial process. The FLIR GFx320 is also used for temperature measurement, which makes it even more useful for predictive maintenance.
Increased worker safety: OGI allows gas leaks to be detected in a non-contact mode and from a safe distance. This reduces the risk of the user being exposed to in­visible and potentially harmful or explosive chemicals. With a FLIR GFx320 gas imag­ing camera it is easy to scan areas of interest that are difficult to reach with conventional methods. The camera is ergonomically designed, with a bright LCD and tiltable viewfinder, which facilitates its use over a full working day.
Protecting the environment: Several VOCs are dangerous to human health or cause harm to the environment, and are usually governed by regulations. Even small leaks can be detected and documented using the FLIR GFx320 camera.
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Example images

10.1 General

This section contains example images from various applications. Note Gas leaks are easier to see in live image mode, which is the reason the leaks are
indicated with a red dot in the images below.

10.2 Images

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Quick start guide

11.1 Starting the camera for the first time

The first time you start the camera, you need to unlock the camera by entering a camera unique code. The code is based on the serial number of the camera. To get the camera unique code, you must log in with a FLIR Customer Support account and register the camera. If you already have an existing FLIR Customer Support account, you can use the same login credentials.
Follow this procedure:
1. Before operating the camera, you must read, understand, and follow the warnings,
cautions, and notes in sections , page and 5 Conditions of Use for Ex Equipment, page 15.
2. Charge the battery for four hours, or until the green battery condition LED glows
continuously. Note Do this at room temperature.
3. Put the battery into the battery compartment.
4. Insert a memory card into the card slot.
5. Close the cover and tighten the Torx T20 screw to 80 N cm.
6. Push the
Note When the camera is turned on, a mechanical cooler will begin cooling down the infrared detector. The mechanical cooler has a sound that resembles a subdued motor. This sound is normal. When the cooling procedure is completed, there is a distinct change of the sound.
7. Use a computer or other device with internet access and go to the following website:
http://support.flir.com/unlock
This displays the following dialog:
button to turn on the camera. This displays the following dialog box:
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8. To log in with your existing FLIR Customer Support account, do the following:
8.1. Enter your Username and Password.
8.2. Click Log In.
9. To create a new FLIR Customer Support account, do the following:
9.1. Click Create a New Account.
9.2. Enter the required information and click Create Account.
10. On the camera, push the joystick. This displays a dialog box. The serial number (S/
N) of the camera is displayed at the top of the screen.
Note The serial number is also available on a label in the battery compartment, see section 14.8 Serial number, page 40.
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11. On the computer, enter the serial number of the camera and click Validate.
12. When the serial number is validated, click Continue.
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13. Enter the required information and click Register Product.
14. When the registration is completed, the four-digit code is displayed.
Note
• The code is also sent by e-mail to the address registered with your FLIR Customer Support account.
• The code is also displayed in your FLIR Customer Support portal under My Stuff > Products.
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15. On the camera, do the following to enter the code:
• Move the joystick up/down to select a digit.
• Move the joystick left/right to navigate to the previous/next digit.
• When all digits have been entered, move the joystick right to select joystick to confirm.
16. Depending on the entered code, one of the following will happen:
• If the entered code is correct, box closes.
• If the entered code is incorrect, log is zeroed and you can enter the code again.
17. The camera is now fully operational and, depending on the status of the cool-down procedure, a progress bar or a video image is displayed.
18. To turn off the camera, push and hold the displayed on the screen reaches the end.
Note The next time you turn on the camera, it will be fully operational from its start-up. You do not have to go through the unlock procedure again.
is momentarily displayed. Then the unlock dialog
is momentarily displayed. Then the unlock dia-
button until the progress bar that is
. Push the

11.2 Detecting a gas leak

11.2.1 Procedure

Follow this procedure:
1. Before operating the camera, you must read, understand, and follow the warnings, cautions, and notes in sections , page and 5 Conditions of Use for Ex Equipment, page 15.
2. Charge the battery until the green battery condition LED glows continuously. Note Do this at room temperature.
3. Put the battery into the battery compartment.
4. Insert a memory card into the card slot.
5. Close the cover and tighten the Torx T20 screw to 80 N cm.
6. Push the down the infrared detector. A test image and a progress bar are displayed during cool-down. When the cooling procedure is completed, a video image will be displayed.
Note
• The mechanical cooler has a sound that resembles a subdued motor. This sound
is normal. When the cooling procedure is completed, there is a distinct change in the sound.
• The cooling procedure typically takes 7 minutes. At high ambient temperatures
the cooling time may increase 30% or more.
button to turn on the camera. A mechanical cooler will begin cooling
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7. Wait until the cooling procedure is completed. Then turn the mode wheel to enter video mode.
8. Push the temperature range button, then do the following:
8.1. Move the joystick up/down to choose a suitable temperature range for your
object.
8.2. Push the temperature range button to confirm and leave the setup mode.
9. Aim the camera toward the target of interest.
10. Adjust the infrared camera focus by doing the following:
• For far focus, rotate the focus ring counter-clockwise (looking at the front of the
lens).
• For near focus, rotate the focus ring clockwise (looking at the front of the lens).
11. If there is a gas leak, and the gas is one of the gases that the camera can detect, you will now see the leak on the screen. The leak will resemble a smoke plume emanating from the point of the leak.
12. To start recording a video clip, push the
13. To stop recording a video clip, push the dialog box.
14. To save the video clip, move the joystick to select
15. To move the video clip to a computer, do one of the following:
• Remove the memory card and insert it in a card reader connected to a computer.
• Connect a computer to the camera using a USB Mini-B cable.
Note To enable file transfer via the USB port, the USB mode setting must be set
button.
button again. This will display a preview
and push the joystick.
to
to Mass Storage Device. The setting is made in setup mode tab. Select USB mode > Mass Storage Device.
16. Move the video clip from the card or camera using a drag-and-drop operation.
17. To turn off the camera, push and hold the displayed on the screen reaches the end.

11.2.2 Related topics

• 18.1.1 Charging the battery using the power supply cable, page 51
• 18.1.2 Charging the battery using the stand-alone battery charger, page 51
• 18.2.1 Installing the battery, page 52
• 17 Connecting external devices, page 49
• 20.1 Laying out a measurement tool, page 63
• 19.1 Saving infrared images, page 60
• 22 Recording video clips, page 67
• 37 Detectable gases, page 106
button until the progress bar that is
in the Camera

11.3 Detecting a temperature

11.3.1 Procedure

Follow this procedure:
1. Before operating the camera, you must read, understand, and follow the warnings, cautions, and notes in sections , page and 5 Conditions of Use for Ex Equipment, page 15.
2. Charge the battery until the green battery condition LED glows continuously. Note Do this at room temperature.
3. Put the battery into the battery compartment.
4. Insert a memory card into the card slot.
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5. Close the cover and tighten the Torx T20 screw to 80 N cm.
6. Push the
button to turn on the camera. A mechanical cooler will begin cooling down the infrared detector. A test image and a progress bar are displayed during cool-down. When the cooling procedure is completed, a video image will be displayed.
Note
• The mechanical cooler has a sound that resembles a subdued motor. This sound
is normal. When the cooling procedure is completed, there is a distinct change in the sound.
• The cooling procedure typically takes 7 minutes. At high ambient temperatures
the cooling time may increase 30% or more.
7. Wait until the cooling procedure is completed. Then turn the mode wheel to enter camera mode.
8. Push the temperature range button, then do the following:
8.1. Move the joystick up/down to choose a suitable temperature range for your
object.
8.2. Push the temperature range button to confirm and leave the setup mode.
9. Aim the camera toward the target of interest.
10. Adjust the infrared camera focus by doing the following:
• For far focus, rotate the focus ring counter-clockwise (looking at the front of the
lens).
• For near focus, rotate the focus ring clockwise (looking at the front of the lens).
11. Add a spotmeter by doing the following:
to
11.1. Push the
button to display a menu.
11.2. Move the joystick left/right to the Edit tab.
11.3. Move the joystick up/down to Add spot.
11.4. Push the joystick. A spotmeter is now displayed in the middle of the screen.
The spotmeter temperature is displayed in the result table in the top left corner of the screen.
11.5. Move the joystick up/down/left/right to move the spotmeter on the screen.
11.6. Push the
12. To save an image directly, push and hold the
button to leave the setup mode.
button for more than one second.
13. To move the image to a computer, do one of the following:
• Remove the memory card and insert it in a card reader connected to a computer.
• Connect a computer to the camera using a USB Mini-B cable.
Note To enable file transfer via the USB port, the USB mode setting must be set
to Mass Storage Device. The setting is made in setup mode
in the Camera
tab. Select USB mode > Mass Storage Device.
14. Move the image from the card or camera using a drag-and-drop operation.
15. To turn off the camera, push and hold the
button until the progress bar that is
displayed on the screen reaches the end.

11.3.2 Related topics

• 18.1.1 Charging the battery using the power supply cable, page 51
• 18.1.2 Charging the battery using the stand-alone battery charger, page 51
• 18.2.1 Installing the battery, page 52
• 17 Connecting external devices, page 49
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• 20.1 Laying out a measurement tool, page 63
• 19.1 Saving infrared images, page 60
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FLIR GFx3xx series general instrument check

The following general instrument check process ensures that the camera can detect the intended gas compounds with the same sensitivity as when originally manufactured.
1. Make sure that the camera powers on.
2. Make sure that the camera completes the cool-down process and produces a live in­frared image.
3. Make sure that the camera does not report any error messages on startup.
4. Make sure that the camera focuses properly.
5. Make sure that the camera is able to engage HSM mode.
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A note about ergonomics

13.1 General

To prevent overstrain injuries, it is important that you hold the camera ergonomically cor­rect. This section gives advice and examples on how to hold the camera.
Note Please note the following:
• Always tilt the viewfinder to fit your work position.
• Always adjust the viewing angle of the display to fit your work position.
• Always adjust the camera grip to fit your work position.
• When you hold the camera, make sure that you support the camera housing with your
left hand too. This decreases the strain on your right hand.

13.2 Figure

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13.3 Related topics

• 18.5 Adjusting the viewing angle of the viewfinder, page 54
• 18.7 Adjusting the camera grip, page 55
• 18.9 Adjusting the viewing angle of the display, page 56
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Camera parts

14.1 View from the left

14.1.1 Figure

14.1.2 Explanation

1. Programmable button for one of the following functions:
• Change the zoom factor.
• Hide/show graphics.
• Change the polarity.
• Change the palette.
You program the button in setup mode
2. Temperature range button.
3. Mode wheel
• Camera mode: Save images.
• Video mode: Record video clips and video sequences.
• Archive mode: View saved images, video clips, and video sequences.
• Program mode: Set up periodical saving of images.
• Setup mode: Change the general settings.
4. Laser button.
5. Button to go between infrared mode and digital camera mode.
with the following modes:
in the Preferences tab.
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14.2 View from the right

14.2.1 Figure

14.2.2 Explanation

1. Camera handle.
2. Digital camera lamp. When you are in digital camera mode, you turn on the lamps by pushing the joystick.
3. Digital video camera.
4. Laser pointer.
5. Digital camera lamp. When you are in digital camera mode, you turn on the lamps by pushing the joystick.
6.
button (Preview/Save).
Function in camera mode:
• To preview an image before saving it, push and release the button.
• To save an image directly, push and hold the button for more than 1 second. Function in video mode:
• To start recording a video clip, push the button.
• To stop recording a video clip, push the button again.
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7. A/M button (Auto/Manual). Function:
• Push and release the button to change the image adjustment method between Au-
to, Manual, and HSM.
• Push and hold down the button for more than 1 second to perform a non-uniform-
ity correction (NUC).
Note
◦ Performing an NUC is typically not needed during normal operating procedures. ◦ The NUC should be performed against a uniform temperature scene. Other-
wise, the present image will create an artifact that will appear as a superim­posed ghost image. If this occurs, restart the camera.
◦ When an NUC has been performed, an asterisk (*) is displayed in the result ta-
ble, indicating that the measurement may be affected. The asterisk disappears when the camera is restarted.
◦ For more information, see section 42 About calibration, page 122.
8.
9. Hand strap.
10. Focus ring on the infrared lens.
11. Infrared lens.
button.
Function:
• When an image is in preview or archive mode, push the button left/right to adjust
the zoom.
• When an image is in live mode, the button has no function.

14.3 View from the rear

14.3.1 Figure

14.3.2 Explanation

1. Viewfinder.
2. Adjustment knob for the viewfinder’s diopter correction.
3. Cover for the connector and battery compartment. The cover is fastened with a Torx screw (T20).
4. Power LED indicator.
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5. button (On/off). Function:
• To turn on the camera, push and release the button.
• To turn off the camera, push and hold the button until the progress bar that is dis-
played on the screen reaches the end.
6. Joystick. Function:
• To navigate in menus and dialog boxes, move the joystick up/down/left/right.
• To change values, move the joystick up/down/left/right.
• To select or confirm choices, push the joystick.
7.
button (Menu/Back).

14.4 View from the rear with open cover

14.4.1 Figure

14.4.2 Explanation

1. USB Mini-B cable (to connect the camera to a computer).
2. HDMI cable (for live video output).
3. Memory card slot.
4. Battery release button.
5. Battery.
WARNING
Do not open the cover for the connector and battery compartment while the camera is in a classified (hazardous) area. An explosion can occur. This can cause injury or death to persons and damage to the equipment.
CAUTION
Make sure that you do not use a torque value that is more than 80 Ncm on the Torx T20 screw. Damage to the camera can occur if you do not obey this.
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CAUTION
Only use the camera with a battery that has the item part number T199183 on it (that FLIR Systems supplies). If you do not obey this, damage to the equipment can occur and the protection that the equip­ment gives can become unsatisfactory.

14.5 Battery condition LED indicator

14.5.1 Figure

14.5.2 Explanation

This table gives an explanation of the battery condition LED indicator:
Type of signal Explanation
The LED is red and glows continuously. The battery needs to be charged..
The LED is green and flashes. The battery is being charged.
The LED is green and glows continuously. The battery is fully charged.
The LED is off. The power supply or the stand-alone battery
charger is disconnected from the battery.

14.6 Power LED indicator

14.6.1 Figure

14.6.2 Explanation

This table gives an explanation of the power LED indicator:
Type of signal Explanation
The LED is off. The camera is off. The LED is green. The camera is on.
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14.7 Laser pointer

14.7.1 General

The camera has a laser pointer. When the laser pointer is on, you will see a laser dot ap­proximately at the target.

14.7.2 Figure

This figure shows the difference in position between the laser pointer and the optical cen­ter of the infrared lens. The laser pointer and the optical axis are parallel.
WARNING
Do not look directly into the laser beam. The laser beam can cause eye irritation.
Note The symbol is displayed on the screen when the laser pointer is on.

14.7.3 Laser warning label

A laser warning label with the following information is affixed to the camera:

14.7.4 Laser rules and regulations

Wavelength: 635 nm. Maximum output power: 1 mW. This product complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant
to Laser Notice No. 50, dated June 24, 2007.
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14.8 Serial number

14.8.1 General

The serial number of the camera is provided on a label in the battery compartment.

14.8.2 Figure

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Screen elements

15.1 Mode selector

Note To select the mode, turn the mode wheel on the left side of the camera.

15.1.1 Figure

15.1.2 Explanation

1. Camera mode.
2. Video mode: Record video clips (*.mp4) and video sequences (*.seq).
3. Archive mode: View saved images and video sequences.
4. Program mode: Set up periodical saving of images.
5. Setup mode: Change the general settings.

15.2 Result table and measurement tools

15.2.1 Figure

15.2.2 Explanation

1. Status bar.
2. Result table.
3. Area (measurement tool).
4. Spotmeter (measurement tool).
5. Line (measurement tool).
6. Adjustment method indicator.
7. Temperature scale.

15.3 Toolbox, indicators, and other objects

Note To display the menu, push the button.
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15.3.1 Figure

15.3.2 Explanation

1. Menu tab.
2. Mode indicator.
3. Menu tab name.
4. Menu item.
5. Status indicators:
• Time.
• Date.
• GPS indicator.
• USB indicator.
• Power indicator.
• Memory card indicator. The indicator shows the amount of free space on the
memory card. As a warning, the indicator will turn yellow and then red as the amount of free space decreases.
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Achieving a good image

16.1 General

A good image depends on several different settings, although some settings affect the image more than other.
These are the settings you need to experiment with:
• Adjusting the infrared camera focus.
• Adjusting the image, using Auto, Manual, or HSM (= High Sensitivity Mode).
• Selecting a suitable temperature range.
• Selecting a suitable color palette.
• Enabling or disabling histogram mode.
• Enabling or disabling inverted color palette.
• Changing object parameters.
This section explains how to change these settings.

16.2 Adjusting the infrared camera focus

Note Do not touch the lens surface when you adjust the infrared camera focus. If this
happens, clean the lens according to the instructions in 35.2 Infrared lens, page 104.

16.2.1 Figure

16.2.2 Procedure

Do one of the following:
• For far focus, rotate the focus ring counter-clockwise (looking at the front of the lens)
• For near focus, rotate the focus ring clock-wise (looking at the front of the lens)

16.3 Adjusting an image

16.3.1 General

Depending on camera model, an image can be adjusted in several different ways.
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16.3.2 Explanation of the adjustment methods

Auto An adjustment method that will automatically adjust the image for best brightness
HSM HSM = High Sensitivity Mode.
Manual An adjustment method where you manually set the suitable temperature level and
and contrast.
An adjustment method that is specifically designed for gas detection applications. Working in this mode, you can change the sensitivity to optimize the image quality.
temperature span according to the temperature of the objects in the scene. For gas detection applications, this mode lets you center on the temperatures
around the background of the gas, so as to make the gas appear more clearly.

16.3.3 Procedure (Auto)

Follow this procedure to adjust an image using the Auto method:
1. Turn the mode wheel to
or .
2. Push the A/M button to select Auto. The image will now be continuously adjusted for best image brightness and contrast.

16.3.4 Figure

This figure shows the HSM slider:

16.3.5 Procedure (HSM)

Follow this procedure to adjust an image using the HSM method:
1. Turn the mode wheel to
or .
2. Push the A/M button to select HSM. To change the sensitivity, move the joystick left/ right. You will need to experiment with this setting until you get a clear image of a verified gas leak.

16.3.6 Procedure (Manual)

Follow this procedure to adjust an image using the Manual method:
1. Turn the mode wheel to
or .
2. Push the A/M button to select Manual, then do one of the following:
• To change the temperature level, move the joystick up/down.
• To change the temperature span, move the joystick left/right.

16.4 Selecting a suitable temperature range

16.4.1 About temperature ranges

16.4.1.1 General
The camera has three different types of ranges. Within each type of range, there are sev­eral subranges. You must choose a suitable range for your object.
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16.4.1.2 Types of temperature ranges
Type
1
2 Temperature range +10°C to +50°C (+50°F
3 Temperature span
Name
Characteristic tempera­ture range
Example Explanation
–40°C to +350°C (–40° F to +662°F)
to +122°F)
+23.8°C to +25.9°C (+74.8°F to +78.6°F)
All temperatures the camera can register.
This range is the total sum of the temperature ranges (type no. 2 below).
The span of tempera­tures that the camera can register with the current settings.
This type of range is a subrange to type no. 1 above.
The range of tempera­tures that the camera registers when aimed at a particular scene with a particular tem­perature range set.

16.4.2 Understanding the temperature scale

16.4.2.1 Figure
16.4.2.2 Explanation
1. Currently set minimum temperature in the temperature span (= range of type 3 in the table 16.4.1.2 Types of temperature ranges, page 45).
2. Currently set maximum temperature in the temperature span (= range of type 3 in the table 16.4.1.2 Types of temperature ranges, page 45).
3. Currently set maximum temperature in the range that the camera can register with the current settings (= range of type 2 in the table 16.4.1.2 Types of temperature ranges, page 45).
4. Indicator that represents the temperature range (= range of type 2 in the table
16.4.1.2 Types of temperature ranges, page 45).
5. Indicator that represents the temperature span (= range of type 3 in the table
16.4.1.2 Types of temperature ranges, page 45).
6. Currently set minimum temperature in the range that the camera can register with the current settings (= range of type 2 in the table 16.4.1.2 Types of temperature ranges, page 45).
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16.4.3 Changing the temperature range

16.4.3.1 Procedure
Follow this procedure to change the temperature range:
1. Do one of the following:
• Push the temperature range button on the left side of the camera.
• Push the
2. Move the joystick up/down to choose a suitable temperature range for your object.
3. Push the temperature range button to confirm and leave the setup mode.
button, then select Adjust temp. range.

16.5 Selecting a suitable color palette

16.5.1 Procedure

1. Turn the mode wheel to
2. Push the
3. Move the joystick left/right to go to the Image tab.
4. Move the joystick up/down to go to select Color palette.
5. Push the joystick to enable the list of palettes.
6. Move the joystick up/down to select a new palette.
7. Push the joystick.
8. Push the
button to display a menu.
button to leave the setup mode.
or .

16.6 Enabling or disabling histogram mode

16.6.1 General

Histogram mode is an image-displaying method that evenly distributes the color informa­tion over the existing temperatures of the image.

16.6.2 Procedure

1. Turn the mode wheel to
2. Push the
3. Move the joystick left/right to go to the Image tab.
4. Move the joystick up/down to go to select Histogram.
5. Push the joystick to enable/disable the setting.
6. Push the
button to display a menu.
button to leave the setup mode.
or .
16.7 Enabling or disabling inverted color
palette

16.7.1 Procedure

1. Turn the mode wheel to
2. Push the
3. Move the joystick left/right to go to the Image tab.
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4. Move the joystick up/down to go to select Invert palette.
5. Push the joystick to enable/disable the setting.
6. Push the
button to leave the setup mode.

16.8 Changing object parameters

16.8.1 General

For accurate measurements, you must set the object parameters. You can do this locally or globally. This procedure describes how to change the object parameters globally.

16.8.2 Types of parameters

The camera can use these object parameters:
Emissivity, i.e., how much radiation an object emits, compared to the radiation of a
theoretical reference object of the same temperature (called a “blackbody”). The op­posite of emissivity is reflectivity. The emissivity determines how much of the radiation originates from the object as opposed to being reflected by it.
Reflected apparent temperature, which is used when compensating for the radiation
from the surroundings reflected by the object into the camera. This property of the ob­ject is called reflectivity.
Object distance, i.e., the distance between the camera and the object of interest.
Atmospheric temperature, i.e., the temperature of the air between the camera and the
object of interest.
Relative humidity, i.e., the relative humidity of the air between the camera and the ob-
ject of interest.
External optics temperature, i.e., the temperature of any protective windows etc. that
are set up between the camera and the object of interest. If no protective window or protective shield is used, this value is irrelevant.
External optics transmission, i.e., the optical transmission of any protective windows,
etc. that are set up between the camera and the object of interest.

16.8.3 Recommended values

If you are unsure about the values, the following values are recommended:
Emissivity 0.95
Distance 1.0 m (3.3 ft.)
Reflected appa­rent temperature
Relative humidity 50%
Atmospheric temperature
+20°C (+69°F)
+20°C (+69°F)

16.8.4 Procedure

Follow this procedure to change the object parameters globally:
1. Turn the mode wheel to
2. Push the
button to display a menu.
or .
3. Move the joystick left/right to go to the Edit tab.
4. Move the joystick up/down to select Object parameters.
5. Push the joystick to display a dialog box.
6. Move the joystick up/down to select the parameter you want to change, then push the joystick.
7. Move the joystick up/down to change the value, then push the joystick.
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8. Push the
button to confirm and leave the setup mode.
Note
• Of the seven parameters above, emissivity and reflected apparent temperature are
the two most important to set correctly in the camera.
• To change object parameters locally, first select a measurement tool in the toolbox,
then select Use local parameters. Change the local parameters by selecting Edit local parameters, then edit them in the same way as for global object parameters.

16.8.5 Related topics

• For in-depth information about parameters, and how to correctly set emissivity and re-
flected apparent temperature, see 41 Thermographic measurement techniques.
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Connecting external devices

17.1 General

You can connect the following external devices to the camera:
• A video monitor or projector, connected using an HDMI cable.
• A computer, to move images and other files to and from the camera.
• An SD memory card.
• An SDHC memory card.
The connectors for the external devices are protected by the connector and battery com­partment cover. The cover is fastened with a Torx screw (T20).
Note Before operating the camera, you must read, understand, and follow the warn­ings, cautions, and notes in sections , page and 5 Conditions of Use for Ex Equipment, page 15.

17.2 Figure

17.3 Explanation

1. To connect a computer to the camera to move images and files to and from the cam­era, use a USB Mini-B cable and this connector.
2. To play live video from the camera on an external video monitor using the HDMI pro­tocol (High Definition Multimedia Interface), use an HDMI cable and this connector.
3. To insert a memory card, use this card slot.
Note The connectors on the card must face down when inserting the card.

17.4 Formatting memory cards

For best performance, memory cards should be formatted to the FAT (FAT16) file system. Using FAT32-formatted memory cards may result in inferior performance. To format a memory card to FAT (FAT16), follow this procedure:
1. Insert the memory card into a card reader that is connected to a computer running Microsoft Windows.
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2. In Windows Explorer, select My Computer and right-click the memory card.
3. Select Format.
4. Under File system, select FAT.
5. Click Start.
Note
• SDHC memory cards that are 4 GB or larger can only be formatted to the FAT32 file
system.
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Handling the camera

18.1 Charging the camera battery

WARNING
Make sure that you install the socket-outlet near the equipment and that it is easy to get access to.
Note
• You must charge the battery for 4 hours before starting the camera for the first time.
After that, you must charge the battery whenever a warning message for low battery power is displayed on the screen.
• The battery has a battery condition LED indicator. When the green LED glows contin-
uously, the battery is fully charged.
• Charge the battery at room temperature.

18.1.1 Charging the battery using the power supply cable

18.1.1.1 Procedure
Follow this procedure to charge the battery using the power supply cable:
1. Before operating the camera, you must read, understand, and follow the warnings, cautions, and notes in sections , page and 5 Conditions of Use for Ex Equipment, page 15.
2. Remove the battery from the camera.
3. Connect the power supply cable plug to the connector on the battery. The connector is protected by a rubber cover.
4. Connect the power supply wall plug to a mains supply.
5. When the green LED of the battery condition indicator glows continuously, discon­nect the power supply cable.
18.1.1.2 Related topics
• For information about the battery condition LED indicator, see 14.5 Battery condition
LED indicator, page 38.
• For information on how to install and remove the battery, see 18.2.1 Installing the bat-
tery, page 52 and 18.2.2 Removing the battery, page 52.

18.1.2 Charging the battery using the stand-alone battery charger

18.1.2.1 Procedure
Follow this procedure to charge the battery using the stand-alone battery charger:
1. Before operating the camera, you must read, understand, and follow the warnings, cautions, and notes in sections , page and 5 Conditions of Use for Ex Equipment, page 15.
2. Put the battery in the stand-alone battery charger.
3. Connect the power supply cable plug to the connector on the stand-alone battery charger.
4. Connect the power supply wall plug to a mains supply.
5. When the green LED of the battery condition indicator glows continuously, discon­nect the power supply cable.
18.1.2.2 Related topics
• For information about the battery condition LED indicator, see 14.5 Battery condition
LED indicator, page 38.
• For information on how to install and remove the battery, see 18.2.1 Installing the bat-
tery, page 52 and 18.2.2 Removing the battery, page 52.
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18.2 Installing and removing the camera
battery

18.2.1 Installing the battery

Note Use a clean, dry cloth to remove any water or moisture on the battery before you
install it.
18.2.1.1 Procedure
Follow this procedure:
1. Before operating the camera, you must read, understand, and follow the warnings, cautions, and notes in sections , page and 5 Conditions of Use for Ex Equipment, page 15.
2. Unscrew the Torx T20 screw and open the battery compartment cover.
3. Push the battery into the battery compartment. The battery makes a click when it locks in place.
4. Close the cover and tighten the Torx T20 screw to 80 N cm.

18.2.2 Removing the battery

18.2.2.1 Procedure
Follow this procedure:
1. Before operating the camera, you must read, understand, and follow the warnings, cautions, and notes in sections , page and 5 Conditions of Use for Ex Equipment, page 15.
2. Turn off the camera.
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3. Unscrew the Torx T20 screw and open the battery compartment cover.
4. Push the release button for the battery.
5. Pull out the battery from the battery compartment.

18.3 Turning on the camera

18.3.1 Procedure

To turn on the camera, push and release the
Note
• The mechanical cooler has a sound that resembles a subdued motor. This sound is
normal. When the cooling procedure is completed, there is a distinct change in the sound.
• The cooling procedure typically takes 7 minutes. At high ambient temperatures the
cooling time may increase 30% or more.
button.

18.4 Turning off the camera

18.4.1 Procedure

To turn off the camera, push and hold the played on the screen reaches the end.
button until the progress bar that is dis-
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18.5 Adjusting the viewing angle of the
viewfinder

18.5.1 General

To make your working position as comfortable as possible, you can adjust the viewing angle of the viewfinder.

18.5.2 Figure

18.5.3 Procedure

To adjust the viewfinder, tilt the viewfinder up or down.
18.6 Adjusting the viewfinder’s dioptric
correction

18.6.1 General

The viewfinder’s dioptric correction can be adjusted for your eyesight.

18.6.2 Figure

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18.6.3 Procedure

To adjust the viewfinder’s dioptric correction, look at the displayed text or graphics on the screen and rotate the adjustment knob clockwise or counter-clockwise for best sharpness.
Note
• Maximum dioptric correction: +2
• Minimum dioptric correction: –2

18.7 Adjusting the camera grip

18.7.1 General

To make your working position as comfortable as possible, you can adjust the angle of the camera grip.

18.7.2 Figure

18.7.3 Procedure

To adjust the camera grip, rotate the camera grip clockwise or counter-clockwise.

18.8 Opening the display

18.8.1 Figure

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18.9 Adjusting the viewing angle of the display

18.9.1 General

To make your working position as comfortable as possible, you can adjust the viewing angle of the display.

18.9.2 Figure

18.9.3 Procedure

To adjust the viewing angle of the display, rotate the display clockwise or counter­clockwise.

18.10 Adjusting the infrared camera focus

Note Do not touch the lens surface when you adjust the infrared camera focus. If this
happens, clean the lens according to the instructions in 35.2 Infrared lens, page 104.

18.10.1 Figure

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18.10.2 Procedure

Do one of the following:
• For far focus, rotate the focus ring counter-clockwise (looking at the front of the lens)
• For near focus, rotate the focus ring clock-wise (looking at the front of the lens)

18.11 Using the zoom function

18.11.1 General

You can zoom in on infrared images in preview or archive mode. This enables you to view details in an image.

18.11.2 Procedure

Do one of the following:
• To zoom into or out of a live image, choose Zoom on the second tab in the menu sys-
tem, then use the joystick.
• To zoom into or out of an image in preview or archive mode, push the
left/right.
button
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18.12 Operating the laser pointer

18.12.1 Figure

18.12.2 Procedure

Follow this procedure to operate the laser pointer:
1. To turn on the laser pointer, push and hold the laser button.
2. To turn off the laser pointer, release the laser button.
WARNING
Do not look directly into the laser beam. The laser beam can cause eye irritation.
Note The symbol is displayed on the screen when the laser pointer is on.

18.13 Laser warning label

A laser warning label with the following information is affixed to the camera:

18.14 Laser rules and regulations

Wavelength: 635 nm. Maximum output power: 1 mW. This product complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant
to Laser Notice No. 50, dated June 24, 2007.
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18.15 Assigning functions to the
programmable button

18.15.1 General

The camera has a programmable button. You can assign one of the following functions to the programmable button:
• Change the zoom factor.
• Hide/show graphics.
• Change the polarity.
• Change the palette.

18.15.2 Procedure

Follow this procedure:
1. Turn the mode wheel to
2. Select the Preferences tab and push the joystick.
3. Select Programmable button and push the joystick.
4. Select one of the functions and push the joystick.
5. To leave the setup mode, turn the mode wheel and select another mode.
to enter setup mode.
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Working with views and images

19.1 Saving infrared images

19.1.1 General

You can save one or more images to an SD Memory Card.

19.1.2 Image capacity

The approximate number of images that can be saved on an SD Memory Card is 2,000 per GB.

19.1.3 Saving an infrared image directly to an SD Memory Card

19.1.3.1 General
You can save an image directly to an SD Memory Card, without previewing the image first.
19.1.3.2 Procedure
Follow this procedure to save an image directly to an SD Memory Card:
1. Turn the mode wheel to
2. To save an image without previewing, push and hold the one second.

19.1.4 Previewing and saving an infrared image to an SD Memory Card

19.1.4.1 General
You can preview an image before you save it to an SD Memory Card. This lets you do one or more of the following tasks before you save the image:
• Edit measurements.
• Adjust the image.
• Add a digital photo.
• Delete an image.
19.1.4.2 Procedure
Follow this procedure to preview and save an image to an SD Memory Card:
1. Turn the mode wheel to
2. Push and release the
3. You can now do one or more of the following tasks before you save the image. Move the joystick to go to a task and push the joystick to select the task.
• Select
to edit measurement tools.
.
button for more than
.
button. This will display a preview dialog box.
• Select
• Select
lamps by pushing the joystick. Push the
• Select
• Select
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to add a digital photo to the image. You turn on the digital camera
to delete the image.
to save the image.
button to take a digital photo.
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19.2 Opening an image

19.2.1 General

When you save an image, you store the image on an SD Memory Card. To display the image again, you can open it from the SD Memory Card.

19.2.2 Procedure

Follow this procedure to open an image:
1. Turn the mode wheel to view or an image at full size.
2. In the archive overview, you can do the following:
• Move the joystick up/down/left/right to select the image you want to view.
• Push the joystick. This displays the selected image at full size.
3. When an image is displayed at full size, you can do the following:
• Push the joystick or the
delete the image. This displays a menu.
• Move the joystick left/right to view the previous/next image.
• Move the joystick up to return to the archive overview.
4. To leave the archive mode, turn the mode wheel and select another mode.
to enter archive mode. This displays the archive over-
button to edit the measurements, adjust the image, or
19.3 Changing settings related to image
presentation

19.3.1 General

In live mode, you can enable/disable a variety of settings relating to image presentation. These settings include:
• Zoom, i.e., zoom into or out of images.
• Hide/show graphics, i.e. hide or show the on-screen graphics.
• Change the color palette, i.e. the colors that are used to display the temperatures in
the infrared image.
• Invert polarity, i.e. change the image polarity from white = hot to black = hot.
• Histogram equalization, i.e., an image-displaying method that evenly distributes the
color information over the existing temperatures of the image.
Note In preview and archive mode, you can do the following related to image presentation:
• Push the
• Depending on the function you have assigned to the programmable button, you can
hide/show graphics, change the polarity, or change the palette. For more information, see section 18.15 Assigning functions to the programmable button, page 59.

19.3.2 Procedure

1. Turn the mode wheel to
2. Push the
3. Move the joystick left/right to go to the Image tab.
4. Move the joystick up/down to go to select the setting that you want to change.
5. Push the joystick to enable/disable the setting. (If you select Zoom you can change the zoom factor by moving the joystick up/down.)
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6. Push the
button to leave the setup mode.

19.4 Editing a saved image

19.4.1 General

You can edit a saved image. You can do one or more of the following tasks:
• Edit measurements.
• Adjust the image.
• Delete the image.

19.4.2 Procedure

Follow this procedure:
1. Open the image at full size in the archive. For more information, see section 19.2 Opening an image, page 61.
2. Push the joystick or the
3. You can now do one or more of the following tasks. Move the joystick to go to a task and push the joystick to select the task.
• Select
• Select
Note You can only adjust an image that has been saved in Auto or Manual mode. An image saved in HSM mode cannot be adjusted. For more information, see sec­tion 16.3 Adjusting an image, page 43.
to edit measurement tools.
to adjust the image.
. This displays a menu.
• Select
• Select
to delete the image.
to save any changes and exit edit mode.

19.5 Deleting a file

19.5.1 Procedure

Follow this procedure to delete an image file, a video clip, or a video sequence:
1. Turn the mode wheel to view or an image at full size.
2. If an image is displayed at full size, move the joystick up to go to the archive overview.
3. Move the joystick up/down/left/right to select the image you want to delete.
4. Push the
5. Move the joystick up/down to select one of the following:
Delete
Delete all
6. Push the joystick.
7. Confirm the deletion and push the joystick.
button to display a menu.
to enter archive mode. This displays the archive over-
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Working with measurement tools

20.1 Laying out a measurement tool

20.1.1 General

To measure a temperature, you use one or several measurement tools, such as a spot­meter, a box, etc.

20.1.2 Procedure

Follow this procedure to lay out measurement tool:
1. Turn the mode wheel to
2. Push the
3. Move the joystick left/right to go to the Edit tab.
4. Move the joystick up/down to select the measurement tool you want to lay out.
5. Push the joystick. The measurement tool has now been created on the screen.
button to display a menu.
or .

20.2 Moving or resizing a measurement tool

20.2.1 General

You can move and resize a measurement tool.

20.2.2 Procedure

Note This procedure assumes that you have previously laid out a measurement tool on
the screen. Follow this procedure to move or resize a measurement tool:
1. Turn the mode wheel to
2. Push the
3. Move the joystick left/right to go to the Edit tab.
4. Move the joystick up/down to select the measurement tool that you want to move or resize.
5. Push the joystick to display a menu.
6. Move the joystick up/down to select Move or Resize.
7. Move the joystick up/down and left/right to move or resize the measurement tool.
8. Push the joystick to confirm.
button to display a menu.
or .
9. Push the
button to leave the setup mode.
20.3 Creating & setting up a difference
calculation

20.3.1 General

A difference calculation returns the difference between the values of two known meas­urement results, or between the value of a measurement result and the reference temperature.

20.3.2 Procedure

Note This procedure assumes that you have previously laid out at least two measure-
ment tools on the screen.
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Follow this procedure to create and set up a difference calculation:
1. Turn the mode wheel to
2. Push the
3. Move the joystick left/right to go to the Edit tab.
4. Move the joystick up/down to select Add difference.
5. Push the joystick to display a dialog box.
6. Do the following and push the joystick to confirm each choice:
6.1. To select the first function in the difference calculation, select Function 1 and
6.2. (Not applicable if there is only one measurement tool.) To select the ID of the
6.3. (Not applicable to spotmeter and reference temperature.) To select the result
7. Do the following and push the joystick to confirm each choice:
7.1. To select the second function in the difference calculation, select Function 2
7.2. (Not applicable if there is only one measurement tool.) To select the ID of the
7.3. (Not applicable to spotmeter.) To select the result type of the measurement
button to display a menu.
push the joystick. Move the joystick up/down to select the measurement tool you want to use for this function.
measurement tool, select Id and push the joystick. Move the joystick up/down to select the ID.
type of the measurement tool (Min., Max., Avg.), select Type and push the joy­stick. Move the joystick up/down to select the result type of the measurement tool.
and push the joystick. Move the joystick up/down to select the measurement tool you want to use for this function.
measurement tool, select Id and push the joystick. Move the joystick up/down to select the ID.
tool (Min., Max., Avg.), select Type and push the joystick. Move the joystick up/down to select the result type of the measurement tool.
or .
8. Push the
button to confirm and leave the setup mode.

20.4 Changing object parameters

20.4.1 General

For accurate measurements, you must set the object parameters. You can do this locally or globally. This procedure describes how to change the object parameters globally.

20.4.2 Types of parameters

The camera can use these object parameters:
Emissivity, i.e., how much radiation an object emits, compared to the radiation of a
theoretical reference object of the same temperature (called a “blackbody”). The op­posite of emissivity is reflectivity. The emissivity determines how much of the radiation originates from the object as opposed to being reflected by it.
Reflected apparent temperature, which is used when compensating for the radiation
from the surroundings reflected by the object into the camera. This property of the ob­ject is called reflectivity.
Object distance, i.e., the distance between the camera and the object of interest.
Atmospheric temperature, i.e., the temperature of the air between the camera and the
object of interest.
Relative humidity, i.e., the relative humidity of the air between the camera and the ob-
ject of interest.
External optics temperature, i.e., the temperature of any protective windows etc. that
are set up between the camera and the object of interest. If no protective window or protective shield is used, this value is irrelevant.
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External optics transmission, i.e., the optical transmission of any protective windows,
etc. that are set up between the camera and the object of interest.

20.4.3 Recommended values

If you are unsure about the values, the following values are recommended:
Emissivity 0.95
Distance 1.0 m (3.3 ft.)
Reflected appa­rent temperature
Relative humidity 50%
Atmospheric temperature
+20°C (+69°F)
+20°C (+69°F)

20.4.4 Procedure

Follow this procedure to change the object parameters globally:
1. Turn the mode wheel to
2. Push the
button to display a menu.
or .
3. Move the joystick left/right to go to the Edit tab.
4. Move the joystick up/down to select Object parameters.
5. Push the joystick to display a dialog box.
6. Move the joystick up/down to select the parameter you want to change, then push the joystick.
7. Move the joystick up/down to change the value, then push the joystick.
8. Push the
button to confirm and leave the setup mode.
Note
• Of the seven parameters above, emissivity and reflected apparent temperature are
the two most important to set correctly in the camera.
• To change object parameters locally, first select a measurement tool in the toolbox,
then select Use local parameters. Change the local parameters by selecting Edit local parameters, then edit them in the same way as for global object parameters.

20.4.5 Related topics

• For in-depth information about parameters, and how to correctly set emissivity and re-
flected apparent temperature, see 41 Thermographic measurement techniques.
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Programming the camera

21.1 General

You can program the camera to save images periodically.

21.2 Procedure

Follow this procedure to make the camera save images periodically:
1. Turn the mode wheel to
2. Move the joystick up/down to select Setup.
3. Push the joystick. This will display the following dialog box:
4. Push the joystick.
5. Use the joystick to set the following:
• The type of images to save (IR image, Digital photo, IR and digital).
• The time period between which the camera will save an image (hours, minutes,
seconds).
• The stop condition (timer, counter, manual)
• The timer or counter settings, if you selected one of these as stop condition.
. This will display the following dialog box:
6. Push the
7. Move the joystick up/down to select Start.
8. Push the joystick to start the periodic saving.
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Recording video clips

22.1 General

You can record infrared or visual video clips (*.mp4), as well as radiometric video se­quence files (*.seq). In this mode, the camera can be regarded as an ordinary digital vid­eo camera. The video clips can be edited and played back in FLIR VideoReport.
*.seq video clips can also be handled and edited in FLIR Reporter.

22.2 Procedure

1. Turn the mode wheel to .
2. Push the the screen displays the elapsed recording time.
3. To stop the recording, push the
4. You can now do one or more of the following tasks before you save the video clip.
• Select
lamps by pushing the joystick. Push the
• Select
• Select
back counter to the beginning of the video clip.
• Select
• Select
• Select
button. The recording has now begun. A timer in the top right corner of
button. This will display a preview dialog box.
to add a digital photo to the video clip. You turn on the digital camera
button to take a digital photo.
to play the video clip.
to stop the playback of the video clip. This will also reset the play-
to pause/resume the playback of the video clip.
to discard the video clip.
to keep the video clip.
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Changing settings

23.1 General

You can change a variety of settings for the camera:
• Regional settings, such as language, date, time, etc.
• Camera settings, such as digital camera color, display intensity, etc.
• Preferences, such as user-configurable buttons, image overlay information, text size,
etc. Here you can also set the camera to stamp the temperature scale into the image.
• Camera information, such as serial number, part number, used and free memory, etc.
No changes are possible here, only presentation of information.

23.2 Procedure

Follow this procedure to change settings:
1. Turn the mode wheel to
2. Move the joystick left/right to go to the desired tab.
3. Move the joystick up/down to select the desired menu item.
4. Push the joystick. This will highlight a setting (or display a submenu, depending on the context).
5. Move the joystick up/down to change the setting.
6. Push the joystick to confirm the choice.
7. (To close a submenu, push the
8. To leave the setup mode, turn the mode wheel and select another mode.
to enter setup mode.
button.)
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Technical data

Table of contents
24.1 Online field-of-view calculator........................................................... 69
24.2 Note about technical data................................................................. 69
24.3 Note about authoritative versions...................................................... 69
24.4 FLIR GFx320 14.5° fixed lens............................................................. 70
24.5 FLIR GFx320 24° fixed lens ............................................................... 75

24.1 Online field-of-view calculator

Please visit http://support.flir.com and click the photo of the camera series for field-of-
view tables for all lens–camera combinations.

24.2 Note about technical data

FLIR Systems reserves the right to change specifications at any time without prior notice. Please check http://support.flir.com for latest changes.

24.3 Note about authoritative versions

The authoritative version of this publication is English. In the event of divergences due to translation errors, the English text has precedence.
Any late changes are first implemented in English.
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24.4 FLIR GFx320 14.5° fixed lens

P/N: 74902-0101 Rev.: 41315
General description
The FLIR GFx320 is an infrared camera for optical gas imaging (OGI) in explosive atmospheres that visualizes and pinpoints leaks of methane and other volatile organic compounds (VOCs), without the need to shut down the operation. The portable camera also greatly improves operator safety, by detect­ing emissions at a safe distance, and helps to protect the environment by tracing leaks of environmen­tally harmful gases.
The FLIR GFx320 is used in industrial settings such as oil refineries, natural gas processing plants, off­shore platforms, chemical/petrochemical industries, and biogas and power generation plants.
Benefits:
• Certified for use in an explosive atmosphere.
• Improved efficiency: The FLIR GFx320 reduces revenue loss by pinpointing gas leaks quickly and efficiently, and from a distance. It also reduces the inspection time by allowing a broad area to be scanned rapidly and without the need to interrupt the industrial process. The FLIR GFx320 is also used for temperature measurement, which makes it even more useful for predictive maintenance.
• Increased worker safety: OGI allows gas leaks to be detected in a non-contact mode and from a safe distance. This reduces the risk of the user being exposed to invisible and potentially harmful or explosive chemicals. With a FLIR GFx320 gas imaging camera it is easy to scan areas of interest that are difficult to reach with conventional methods. The camera is ergonomically designed, with a bright LCD and tiltable viewfinder, which facilitates its use over a full working day.
• Protecting the environment: Several VOCs are dangerous to human health or cause harm to the en­vironment, and are usually governed by regulations. Even small leaks can be detected and docu­mented using the FLIR GFx320 camera.
Detects the following gases: benzene, ethanol, ethylbenzene, heptane, hexane, isoprene, methanol, MEK, MIBK, octane, pentane, 1-pentene, toluene, xylene, butane, ethane, methane, propane, ethylene, propylene.
Imaging and optical data
IR resolution 320 × 240 pixels
Thermal sensitivity/NETD <15 mK @ +30°C (+86°F)
Field of view (FOV)
Minimum focus distance 0.5 m (1.64 ft.)
Focal length 38 mm (1.49 in.)
F-number 1.5 Focus Manual focus Zoom 1–8× continuous, digital zoom
Digital image enhancement
Detector data
Detector type Focal plane array (FPA), cooled InSb
Spectral range
Detector pitch 30 µm
Sensor cooling Stirling Microcooler (FLIR MC-3)
Detects following gases Benzene, Ethanol, Ethylbenzene, Heptane, Hex-
Electronics and data rate
Full frame rate 60 Hz
14.5° × 10.8°
Noise reduction filter, high sensitivity mode (HSM)
3.2–3.4 µm
ane, Isoprene, Methanol, MEK, MIBK, Octane, Pentane, 1-Pentene, Toluene, Xylene, Butane, Ethane, Methane, Propane, Ethylene, Propylene
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Image presentation
Display Built-in widescreen, 4.3 in. LCD, 800 × 480 pixels
Viewfinder Built-in, tiltable OLED, 800 × 480 pixels
Automatic image adjustment Continuous/manual; linear or histogram based
Manual image adjustment
Image presentation modes
Image modes IR image, visual image, high sensitivity mode
Measurement
Temperature range
Accuracy
Measurement analysis
Spotmeter
Area 5 boxes with max./min./average
Profile 1 live line (horizontal or vertical)
Difference temperature Delta temperature between measurement func-
Reference temperature Manually set or captured from any measurement
Emissivity correction Variable from 0.01 to 1.0 or selected from editable
Reflected apparent temperature correction Automatic, based on input of reflected
Measurement corrections Reflected temperature, distance, atmospheric
Level/span
(HSM)
–20°C to +350°C (–4°F to +662°F)
±1°C (±1.8°F) for temperature range (0°C, to +100°C, +32°F to +212°F) or ±2% of reading for temperature range (>+100°C, >+212°F)
10
tions or reference temperature
function
materials list
temperature
transmission, humidity, external optics
Set-up
Menu commands
Color palettes
Set-up commands
Storage of images
Storage media Removable SD or SDHC memory card
Image storage capacity 2000 images (JPEG) with post process capability
Image storage mode
• Level, span
• Auto adjust continuous/manual/semi­automatic
• Zoom
• Palette
• Start/stop recording
• Store image
• Playback/recall image
• Iron
• Gray
• Rainbow
• Arctic
• Lava
• Rainbow HC
1 programmable button, overlay recording mode, local adaptation of units, language, date and time formats
per GB on memory card
• IR/visual images
• Visual image can automatically be associated with corresponding IR image
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Storage of images
Periodic image storage Every 10 seconds up to 24 hours
File formats Standard JPEG, 14 bit measurement data
Geographic Information System
GPS Location data automatically added to every image
Video recording in camera
Radiometric IR video recording *.seq video clips to memory card (7.5 and 15 Hz).
Non-radiometric IR video recording
Visual video recording
included
from built-in GPS
• MPEG4 (up to 60 minutes/clip) to memory card.
• Visual image can automatically be associated with corresponding recording of non-radiomet­ric IR video.
MPEG4 (25 minutes/clip) to memory card
Video streaming
Radiometric IR video streaming Full dynamic to PC using USB cable. PC software
Non-radiometric IR video streaming
Digital camera
Built-in digital camera 3.2 Mpixels, auto focus, and two video lamps
Laser pointer
Laser Activated by dedicated button
Laser classification Class 2 Laser type Semiconductor AlGaInP diode laser, 1 mW, 635
USB
USB USB Mini-B: Data transfer to and from PC USB, standard USB Mini-B: 2.0 high speed
Composite video
Video out Digital video output (image)
Power system
Battery type Rechargeable Li ion battery
Battery voltage 7.2 V
Battery capacity 4.4 Ah
Battery operating time
Charging system In camera (AC adapter or 12 V from a vehicle) or
Charging time
Charging temperature 0°C to +45°C (+32°F to +113°F), except for the
capable of displaying the video stream include the following:
• FLIR IR Camera Player
• FLIR ResearchIR
• FLIR Tools
RTP/MPEG4
nm (red)
> 3 hours at 25°C (+68°F) and typical use
2-bay charger
2.5 h to 95% capacity, charging status indicated
by LED's
Korean market: +10°C to +45°C (+50°F to +113° F)
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Power system
External power operation
DC operation 8 to 15.3 V DC, polarity protected (proprietary
Power 8.5 W typically
Start-up time Typically 7 min. @ 25°C (+77°F)
Environmental data
Operating temperature range –20°C to +50°C (–4°F to +122°F)
Ambient temperature range (certification range for explosive atmospheres)
Storage temperature range –30°C to +60°C (–22°F to +140°F)
Humidity (operating and storage) IEC 68-2-30/24 h 95% relative humidity +25°C to
Explosive (hazardous) environment
Low voltage
RoHS 2011/65/EU WEEE EMC
Encapsulation
Shock 25 g (IEC 60068-2-27)
Vibration 2 g (IEC 60068-2-6)
Safety EN/UL/IEC 60950-1
AC adapter 90–260 VAC, 50/60 Hz or 12 V from a vehicle (cable with standard plug, optional)
protected)
–20°C to +40°C (–4°F to +104°F)
+40°C (+77°F to +104°F) (2 cycles)
• IEC 60079-0:2011
• IEC 60079-11:2011
• IEC 60079-15:2010 (partial)
• IEC 60079-28:2015
• BS EN 60079-0:2012
• BS EN 60079-11:2012
• BS EN 60079-15:2010
• BS EN 60079-28:2015
• ANSI/ISA-12.12.01-2013
• CSA 22.2 No. 213
• ATEX directive 2014/34/EU
73/23/EEC
2012/19/EU
• The Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Di­rective 2014/30/EU
• EN61000-6-4 (Emission)
• EN61000-6-2 (Immunity)
• FCC 47 CFR Part 15 class A (Emission)
• EN 61 000-4-8, L5
IP 54 (IEC 60529)
Physical data
Camera weight, incl. battery 2.80 kg (6.18 lbs.)
Camera weight, excl. battery 2.59 kg (5.71 lbs.)
Battery weight 0.21 kg (0.47 lbs.)
Camera size (L × W × H) 245 × 166 × 164 mm (9.6 × 6.5 × 6.4 in.)
Battery size (L × W × H) 141 × 43 × 28 mm (5.5 × 1.7 × 1.1 in.)
Battery charger size (L × W × H) 158 × 122 × 25 mm (6.2 × 4.8 × 1.0 in.)
Tripod mounting
Housing material Aluminum, magnesium, silicone
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Certifications
Compliance
Shipping information
Packaging, type
List of contents
EAN-13 7332558012574 UPC-12
• ATEX/IECEx, Ex ic nC op is IIC T4 Gc II 3 G
• ANSI/ISA-12.12.01-2013, Class I Division 2
• CSA 22.2 No. 213, Class I Division 2
Cardboard box
• Battery charger
• Battery, 2 ea.
• Hand strap
• Hard transport case
• HDMI-DVI cable
• HDMI-HDMI cable
• Infrared camera with lens
• Lens cap (mounted on lens)
• Lens cap strap
• Memory card
• Neck strap
• Power supply, incl. multi-plugs
• Printed documentation
• Screwdriver TX20
• USB cable
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Course organization
ITC ITC Trainers and Licensed Trainers
• T197692; Battery charger, incl. power supply with multi plugs
• T910814; Power supply, incl. multi plugs
• T911650ACC; Memory card SD Card 8 GB
• 1910423; USB cable Std A <-> Mini-B
• T198509; Cigarette lighter adapter kit, 12 VDC, 1.2 m/3.9 ft.
• T910815ACC; HDMI to HDMI cable 1.5 m
• T910816ACC; HDMI to DVI cable 1.5 m
• T129739ACC; Lens cap
• T129867ACC; Lens cap strap
• T129729ACC; Neck strap
• T129728ACC; Hand strap
• T911309ACC; Screwdriver TX20
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24.5 FLIR GFx320 24° fixed lens

P/N: 74902-0102 Rev.: 41314
General description
The FLIR GFx320 is an infrared camera for optical gas imaging (OGI) in explosive atmospheres that visualizes and pinpoints leaks of methane and other volatile organic compounds (VOCs), without the need to shut down the operation. The portable camera also greatly improves operator safety, by detect­ing emissions at a safe distance, and helps to protect the environment by tracing leaks of environmen­tally harmful gases.
The FLIR GFx320 is used in industrial settings such as oil refineries, natural gas processing plants, off­shore platforms, chemical/petrochemical industries, and biogas and power generation plants.
Benefits:
• Certified for use in an explosive atmosphere.
• Improved efficiency: The FLIR GFx320 reduces revenue loss by pinpointing gas leaks quickly and efficiently, and from a distance. It also reduces the inspection time by allowing a broad area to be scanned rapidly and without the need to interrupt the industrial process. The FLIR GFx320 is also used for temperature measurement, which makes it even more useful for predictive maintenance.
• Increased worker safety: OGI allows gas leaks to be detected in a non-contact mode and from a safe distance. This reduces the risk of the user being exposed to invisible and potentially harmful or explosive chemicals. With a FLIR GFx320 gas imaging camera it is easy to scan areas of interest that are difficult to reach with conventional methods. The camera is ergonomically designed, with a bright LCD and tiltable viewfinder, which facilitates its use over a full working day.
• Protecting the environment: Several VOCs are dangerous to human health or cause harm to the en­vironment, and are usually governed by regulations. Even small leaks can be detected and docu­mented using the FLIR GFx320 camera.
Detects the following gases: benzene, ethanol, ethylbenzene, heptane, hexane, isoprene, methanol, MEK, MIBK, octane, pentane, 1-pentene, toluene, xylene, butane, ethane, methane, propane, ethylene, propylene.
Imaging and optical data
IR resolution 320 × 240 pixels
Thermal sensitivity/NETD <15 mK @ +30°C (+86°F)
Field of view (FOV)
Minimum focus distance 0.3 m (1.0 ft.)
Focal length 23 mm (0.89 in.)
F-number 1.5 Focus Manual focus Zoom 1–8× continuous, digital zoom
Digital image enhancement Noise reduction filter, high sensitivity mode (HSM)
Detector data
Detector type Focal plane array (FPA), cooled InSb
Spectral range
Detector pitch 30 µm
Sensor cooling Stirling Microcooler (FLIR MC-3)
Detects following gases Benzene, Ethanol, Ethylbenzene, Heptane, Hex-
Electronics and data rate
Full frame rate 60 Hz
24° × 18°
3.2–3.4 µm
ane, Isoprene, Methanol, MEK, MIBK, Octane, Pentane, 1-Pentene, Toluene, Xylene, Butane, Ethane, Methane, Propane, Ethylene, Propylene
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Image presentation
Display Built-in widescreen, 4.3 in. LCD, 800 × 480 pixels
Viewfinder Built-in, tiltable OLED, 800 × 480 pixels
Automatic image adjustment Continuous/manual; linear or histogram based
Manual image adjustment
Image presentation modes
Image modes IR image, visual image, high sensitivity mode
Measurement
Temperature range
Accuracy
Measurement analysis
Spotmeter
Area 5 boxes with max./min./average
Profile 1 live line (horizontal or vertical)
Difference temperature Delta temperature between measurement func-
Reference temperature Manually set or captured from any measurement
Emissivity correction Variable from 0.01 to 1.0 or selected from editable
Reflected apparent temperature correction Automatic, based on input of reflected
Measurement corrections Reflected temperature, distance, atmospheric
Level/span
(HSM)
–20°C to +350°C (–4°F to +662°F)
±1°C (±1.8°F) for temperature range (0°C, to +100°C, +32°F to +212°F) or ±2% of reading for temperature range (>+100°C, >+212°F)
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tions or reference temperature
function
materials list
temperature
transmission, humidity, external optics
Set-up
Menu commands
Color palettes
Set-up commands
Storage of images
Storage media Removable SD or SDHC memory card
Image storage capacity 2000 images (JPEG) with post process capability
Image storage mode
• Level, span
• Auto adjust continuous/manual/semi­automatic
• Zoom
• Palette
• Start/stop recording
• Store image
• Playback/recall image
• Iron
• Gray
• Rainbow
• Arctic
• Lava
• Rainbow HC
1 programmable button, overlay recording mode, local adaptation of units, language, date and time formats
per GB on memory card
• IR/visual images
• Visual image can automatically be associated with corresponding IR image
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Storage of images
Periodic image storage Every 10 seconds up to 24 hours
File formats Standard JPEG, 14 bit measurement data
Geographic Information System
GPS Location data automatically added to every image
Video recording in camera
Radiometric IR video recording *.seq video clips to memory card (7.5 and 15 Hz).
Non-radiometric IR video recording
Visual video recording
included
from built-in GPS
• MPEG4 (up to 60 minutes/clip) to memory card.
• Visual image can automatically be associated with corresponding recording of non-radiomet­ric IR video.
MPEG4 (25 minutes/clip) to memory card
Video streaming
Radiometric IR video streaming Full dynamic to PC using USB cable. PC software
Non-radiometric IR video streaming
Digital camera
Built-in digital camera 3.2 Mpixels, auto focus, and two video lamps
Laser pointer
Laser Activated by dedicated button
Laser classification Class 2 Laser type Semiconductor AlGaInP diode laser, 1 mW, 635
USB
USB USB Mini-B: Data transfer to and from PC USB, standard USB Mini-B: 2.0 high speed
Composite video
Video out Digital video output (image)
Power system
Battery type Rechargeable Li ion battery
Battery voltage 7.2 V
Battery capacity 4.4 Ah
Battery operating time
Charging system In camera (AC adapter or 12 V from a vehicle) or
Charging time
Charging temperature 0°C to +45°C (+32°F to +113°F), except for the
capable of displaying the video stream include the following:
• FLIR IR Camera Player
• FLIR ResearchIR
• FLIR Tools
RTP/MPEG4
nm (red)
> 3 hours at 25°C (+68°F) and typical use
2-bay charger
2.5 h to 95% capacity, charging status indicated
by LED's
Korean market: +10°C to +45°C (+50°F to +113° F)
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Power system
External power operation
DC operation 8 to 15.3 V DC, polarity protected (proprietary
Power 8.5 W typically
Start-up time Typically 7 min. @ 25°C (+77°F)
Environmental data
Operating temperature range –20°C to +50°C (–4°F to +122°F)
Ambient temperature range (certification range for explosive atmospheres)
Storage temperature range –30°C to +60°C (–22°F to +140°F)
Humidity (operating and storage) IEC 68-2-30/24 h 95% relative humidity +25°C to
Explosive (hazardous) environment
Low voltage
RoHS 2011/65/EU WEEE EMC
Encapsulation
Shock 25 g (IEC 60068-2-27)
Vibration 2 g (IEC 60068-2-6)
Safety EN/UL/IEC 60950-1
AC adapter 90–260 VAC, 50/60 Hz or 12 V from a vehicle (cable with standard plug, optional)
protected)
–20°C to +40°C (–4°F to +104°F)
+40°C (+77°F to +104°F) (2 cycles)
• IEC 60079-0:2011
• IEC 60079-11:2011
• IEC 60079-15:2010 (partial)
• IEC 60079-28:2015
• BS EN 60079-0:2012
• BS EN 60079-11:2012
• BS EN 60079-15:2010
• BS EN 60079-28:2015
• ANSI/ISA-12.12.01-2013
• CSA 22.2 No. 213
• ATEX directive 2014/34/EU
73/23/EEC
2012/19/EU
• The Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Di­rective 2014/30/EU
• EN61000-6-4 (Emission)
• EN61000-6-2 (Immunity)
• FCC 47 CFR Part 15 class A (Emission)
• EN 61 000-4-8, L5
IP 54 (IEC 60529)
Physical data
Camera weight, incl. battery 2.72 kg (6.00 lbs.)
Camera weight, excl. battery 2.50 kg (5.51 lbs.)
Battery weight 0.21 kg (0.47 lbs.)
Camera size (L × W × H) 245 × 166 × 164 mm (9.6 × 6.5 × 6.4 in.)
Battery size (L × W × H) 141 × 43 × 28 mm (5.5 × 1.7 × 1.1 in.)
Battery charger size (L × W × H) 158 × 122 × 25 mm (6.2 × 4.8 × 1.0 in.)
Tripod mounting
Housing material Aluminum, magnesium, silicone
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Certifications
Compliance
Shipping information
Packaging, type
List of contents
EAN-13 7332558012567 UPC-12
• ATEX/IECEx, Ex ic nC op is IIC T4 Gc II 3 G
• ANSI/ISA-12.12.01-2013, Class I Division 2
• CSA 22.2 No. 213, Class I Division 2
Cardboard box
• Battery charger
• Battery, 2 ea.
• Hand strap
• Hard transport case
• HDMI-DVI cable
• HDMI-HDMI cable
• Infrared camera with lens
• Lens cap (mounted on lens)
• Lens cap strap
• Memory card
• Neck strap
• Power supply, incl. multi-plugs
• Printed documentation
• Screwdriver TX20
• USB cable
845188013714
Course organization
ITC ITC Trainers and Licensed Trainers
• T197692; Battery charger, incl. power supply with multi plugs
• T910814; Power supply, incl. multi plugs
• T911650ACC; Memory card SD Card 8 GB
• 1910423; USB cable Std A <-> Mini-B
• T198509; Cigarette lighter adapter kit, 12 VDC, 1.2 m/3.9 ft.
• T910815ACC; HDMI to HDMI cable 1.5 m
• T910816ACC; HDMI to DVI cable 1.5 m
• T129739ACC; Lens cap
• T129867ACC; Lens cap strap
• T129729ACC; Neck strap
• T129728ACC; Hand strap
• T911309ACC; Screwdriver TX20
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© 2012, FLIR Systems, Inc. All rights reserved worldwide. No part of this drawing may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise,
without written permission from FLIR Systems, Inc. Specifications subject to change without further notice. Dimensional data is based on nominal values. Products may be subject to regional market considerations. License procedures may apply.
Product may be subject to US Export Regulations. Please refer to exportquestions@flir.com with any questions. Diversion contrary to US law is prohibited.
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© 2012, FLIR Systems, Inc. All rights reserved worldwide. No part of this drawing may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise,
without written permission from FLIR Systems, Inc. Specifications subject to change without further notice. Dimensional data is based on nominal values. Products may be subject to regional market considerations. License procedures may apply.
Product may be subject to US Export Regulations. Please refer to exportquestions@flir.com with any questions. Diversion contrary to US law is prohibited.
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TEST STANDARD IEC/EN 60079-15
SAFJ TDS-103A Blank Test Data Sheets 6-17-2013 Page 1 of 10 Issued by: Department Manager or designee
Clause
Test
22.5.2
Before Seal Test Voltage Test (Component)
22.5.1
Conditioning (Component)
22.5.3.2
Seal Component Test (Component) Method 3
22.5.3.3
After Seal Test Dielectric Test (Component)
N/A
Critical Drawings
TEST STANDARD IEC/EN 60079-15
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Compliance
Test Data Report
Manufacturer/Applicant:
FLIR Systems AB
Antennvägen 6, 187 66 Täby, Sweden
/Element Materials Technology
Century Court Tolpits Lane Walford, Herts, UK WD18 9RS
Product description: IDCA Component within the FLIR George Camera, Model GFx320.
Note: Testing will be with respect to EN/IEC 60079-15:2010 clause 22.5 as this testing is more onerous
than ANSI/ISA 12.12.01:2012 and CSA/CAN C22.2 No. 213 (reaffirmed 2013) requirements.
CEIT# 17072-1: SB4293v2 (500-0525-00-07) CEIT# 17072-2: SB4310v2 (500-0525-00-07) CEIT# 17072-3: SB4275v2 (500-0525-00-07)
MET Laboratories, Inc.
13501 McCallen Pass
Austin, Texas 78753
(512) 287-2500
© Copyright 2016
The data in this report shall not be reproduced except in full, without the express written consent of MET Laboratories, Inc. Continued compliance or engineering data may not be used, interpreted, or presented as proof of compliance
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