Fluke Ti50, Ti45, Ti55, Ti40 User Manual

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Table of Contents

Chapter Title Page

1 Introduction .............................................................................. 1-1

Introduction .......................................................................................... 1-1

Contacting Fluke................................................................................... 1-2

Safety Information................................................................................ 1-2

Standard Accessories............................................................................ 1-4

Charge and Insert Battery ..................................................................... 1-6

Power Camera On................................................................................. 1-7

Insert Memory Card.............................................................................. 1-8

Focus..................................................................................................... 1-9

Set Temperature Level and Span .......................................................... 1-10

Set IR Fusion Blend Level - Ti45, Ti50, Ti55 with Fusion................... 1-10

Capturing an Image............................................................................... 1-11

SmartView Software for Your PC ........................................................ 1-13

2 Camera Overview ..................................................................... 2-1

Introduction .......................................................................................... 2-1

Camera Parts......................................................................................... 2-2

Camera Display Screen......................................................................... 2-6

Programming Function Buttons............................................................ 2-10

Using Display Screen Menus................................................................ 2-12

Inserting and Removing Memory Card................................................. 2-13

3 Basic Operation........................................................................ 3-1

Acquiring and Reviewing Images......................................................... 3-1

Scan Target ....................................................................................... 3-1

Pause/Save Image ............................................................................. 3-1

View Saved Image............................................................................ 3-2

Delete Saved Image .......................................................................... 3-2

Electronic Zoom ................................................................................... 3-3

Saved Image Information...................................................................... 3-4

4 Analyzing and Enhancing Images .......................................... 4-1

Setting Emissivity and Background Temperature................................. 4-1

Fixed Image Function ....................................................................... 4-2

Changing Color Palettes ....................................................................... 4-3

Setting Temperature Level and Span.................................................... 4-3

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Manual Level and Span.................................................................... 4-3

Automatic Level and Span ............................................................... 4-4

Arbitrary Fixed Temperature Level and Span.................................. 4-5

Using Palette Saturation Colors............................................................ 4-6

Creating an Isotherm Temperature Band.............................................. 4-8

Using Display Screen Temperature Markers........................................ 4-9

Annotations .......................................................................................... 4-11

Adding Annotations to Saved Images .............................................. 4-11

Creating Annotations Lists in SmartView........................................ 4-14

5 Visible Light Camera Module (VLCM) .................................... 5-1

Enabling/Disabling Visible Light Camera Module .............................. 5-1

Using Image Alignment ....................................................................... 5-2

Focusing ............................................................................................... 5-2

Adjusting IR-VL Fusion Blend Level .................................................. 5-2

Using Full Screen or Picture-in-Picture View...................................... 5-3

Adjusting Brightness and Color Controls............................................. 5-4

Using Torch Control............................................................................. 5-5

Using Visible Light Flash..................................................................... 5-5

Recording Visible Light Images........................................................... 5-6

Using Laser Pointer.............................................................................. 5-7

Using Thumbnail Browser ................................................................... 5-7

Using Color Alarms ............................................................................. 5-7

Using Menu to Adjust Color Alarm Ranges..................................... 5-8

Using Palette Bar to Adjust Color Alarm Ranges ............................ 5-10

6 Camera Setup........................................................................... 6-1

Adjusting Display Screen Brightness ................................................... 6-1

Hiding Display Screen Task Bar.......................................................... 6-2

Hiding Display Screen Color Palette.................................................... 6-2

Setting Temperature Units.................................................................... 6-3

Setting Temperature Calibration Range ............................................... 6-3

Changing Lens Selection...................................................................... 6-4

Setting Date and Time.......................................................................... 6-4

Saving and Reloading Camera Settings................................................ 6-6

Naming Image Files ............................................................................. 6-7

Changing Image File Name Prefix....................................................... 6-7

Resetting Image File Name Sequence Number .................................... 6-8

Selecting Video Output Options........................................................... 6-9

7 Advanced Operation................................................................ 7-1

Enhancing the Image............................................................................ 7-1

Using Auto Capture.............................................................................. 7-2

Using User-Defined Display Screen Temperature Markers ................. 7-4

Using Internal Recalibration................................................................. 7-7

8 Camera Care............................................................................. 8-1

Cleaning the IR Lens, VLCM, Display Screen, and Body ................... 8-1

Using Other Lenses .............................................................................. 8-2

Viewing Camera and Battery Information............................................ 8-2

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Charging the Batteries .......................................................................... 8-3

Recalibrating the Batteries.................................................................... 8-4

Conserving Battery Power.................................................................... 8-5

Appendices

A Glossary........................................................................................ A-1

B Troubleshooting............................................................................ B-1

C Emissivity Values ......................................................................... C-1

D Camera Specifications and Dimensions ........................................ D-1

E Resources and References............................................................. E-1

F Camera Default Settings ............................................................... F-1

Index

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List of Tables

Table Title Page

1-1. Standard Accessories ..................................................... 1-6

2-1. Camera Parts--Descriptions............................................ 2-4

2-2. Display Screen--Descriptions......................................... 2-8

2-3. Programmable Functions................................................ 2-10

4-1. Standard Saturation Colors............................................. 4-7

8-1. Remaining Battery Charge Indicators ............................ 8-3

8-2. Battery Charging Status ................................................. 8-4

B-1. Troubleshooting Tips ..................................................... B-1

C-1. Emissivity Values of Common Materials ...................... C-1

D-1. Camera Specifications, Ti45 and Ti40........................... D-1

D-2. Camera Specifications, Ti50 and Ti55 Models .............. D-7

F-1. Default Settings, Ti45 and Ti40 Models ........................ F-1

F-2. Default Settings, Ti55 and Ti50 Models ........................ F-7

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List of Figures

Figure Title Page

1-1. Standard Accessories ..................................................... 1-5

1-2. Inserting the Battery....................................................... 1-7

1-3. Turning the Power On and Off....................................... 1-8

1-4. Inserting a Memory Card ............................................... 1-9

1-5. Focusing the Camera...................................................... 1-9

1-6. Setting the Level and Span............................................. 1-10

1-7. Setting the Fusion Blend Level ...................................... 1-11

1-8. Capturing an Image ........................................................ 1-12

2-1. Camera Back View ........................................................ 2-3

2-2. Camera Front and Top View.......................................... 2-3

2-3. Camera Bottom View..................................................... 2-3

2-3. Camera Bottom View..................................................... 2-3

2-4. Camera Display Screen--Example 1 .............................. 2-6

2-5. Camera Display Screen--Example 2 .............................. 2-7

2-6. Camera Display Screen--Example 3 .............................. 2-7

2-7. Inserting and Removing a Memory Card....................... 2-13

B-1. Serial/Part Number and Laser Certifiction Location...... B-4

D-1. Camera Dimensions ....................................................... D-13

D-2. Camera Dimensions - Height and Width ....................... D-13

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Chapter 1

Introduction

Introduction

Thank you for choosing the IR FlexCam® portable infrared camera (hereafter,
“Camera”). This award-winning Camera offers some of the most advanced yet
most intuitive, fully-radiometric solutions available. The visible light camera
module (VLCM) and IR Fusion functions (on select models only) make it
easier than ever to manage and analyze images captured with this system and
improve reporting abilities. The unique control image and IR Fusion
technology enables you to combine visible light images—like a normal digital
camera—and infrared images together to create a single image with greatly
enhanced detail. This is especially helpful in low contrast scenes where the
temperature differential is minimal and the infrared image appears to be all one
color.

The IR FlexCam is available in 4 models. The Ti40 and Ti45 cameras uses a
detector with 160 x 120 resolution. The Ti50 and Ti55 cameras use a detector
with 320 x 240 resolution. Refer to Appendix D for specific features available
on your camera.

Your Camera is powerful and easy to use in a wide range of applications
including:

Predictive Maintenance

• Electrical Systems—Identify circuit overloads before they happen.

• Mechanical Systems—Reduce downtime and prevent failures.

• Utilities—Monitor substations, transmission lines, etc. efficiently and

accurately.

Building Science

• Roofing—Detect and isolate water saturation quickly and efficiently.

• Building Envelope—Perform commercial and residential infrared energy

audits.

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• Moisture Detection—Get to the source of moisture and mold growth.

• Restoration—Evaluate remediation work to make sure area is completely

dry.

Research and Development

• Visualize and quantify generated heat patterns to improve products and the

processes used to create them.

Process Monitoring

• Monitor and observe temperatures of processes in real-time.

To quickly take advantage of the many functions your Camera offers, we
recommend that you carefully read this manual. It is designed to familiarize
you with the most important aspects of your camera and guide
you in using the features of this system. This manual provides instruction on
how to capture high quality images; however, thermography is a sophisticated
field often requiring special training that is not covered in this manual. If you
would like information on thermography training, contact Fluke Corporation .

Safety Information

Use your Camera only as specified in this manual.
A WWarning identifies hazardous conditions and actions that could cause

bodily harm or death.

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Safety Information

A WCaution identifies conditions and actions that could damage the camera
or cause permanent loss of data.

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WCaution

• To avoid damaging your Camera, treat it with care as you

would any type of precision equipment.

• Your infrared camera is a precision instrument that uses a

sensitive infrared (IR) detector. Pointing your camera
towards highly-intense energy sources—including devices
that emit laser radiation and reflections from these
devices—may adversely affect camera accuracy and may
harm or permanently damage your camera’s IR detector.

• Your camera was calibrated prior to shipping. We

recommend that you have your camera checked for proper
calibration every two years. Some ISO 9000 programs
require more frequent checks for certification. Contact
Fluke for details.

• Your camera requires three minutes to warm up before

accurate measurements are available.

*WWarning

• Your camera contains a Class 2 laser pointer. See diagram

in Appendix B for laser aperture location.

• To avoid eye damage, do not point laser directly at eye or

indirectly off reflective surfaces.

• Use of controls or adjustments or performance or

procedures other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous laser radiation exposure.

• Do not use camera in a manner not specified in this

manual or the protection provided by the equipment may
be impaired.

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/ Note

This camera contains a lithium battery.

Do not mix with the solid waste stream. Spent batteries should be
disposed of by a qualified recycler or hazardous materials handler.

Contact your authorized Fluke Service Center for recycling
information.

Standard Accessories

If any of the standard accessories shown in Figure 1-1 and described in Table
1-1 are missing or damaged, contact a Fluke customer service representative.

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10

5

7

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Table 1-1. Standard Accessories

Number Description

A Portable Infrared Camera with Lens Cap

B Camera Carrying Case

C LCD Cleaning Cloth

D AC adapters (2)

E Auxiliary AC Power Supply (Ti45 and Ti55 only)

F AC Patch Cord

G Neck Strap

H Video Cable

I AC Power Supply

J Battery Charger

K Compact Flash Memory Card with PCMCIA Adapter

L Two Rechargeable Batteries

M Compact Flash Memory Card Reader with USB Adapter

N Getting Started Guide

O SmartView Software CD with complete users manuals

P Compact Flash Software CD

Charge and Insert Battery

Charge the batteries for 3 hours before use. Use only the rechargeable batteries
supplied. A battery is fully charged when the green LED light on the charger
remains solid.

Insert the charged battery into the slot on the bottom of the camera as shown in
Figure 1-2.

Note

You may use the auxiliary AC power supply to connect the camera to
a working AC outlet until at least one of the batteries is charged.

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Power Camera On

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Figure 1-2. Inserting the Battery

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Power Camera On

With a charged battery inserted, or AC power supply connected, press D as
shown in Figure 1-3. D lights up green, and the start-up screen appears after
approximately 10 seconds.

Note

After powering on your camera, the camera requires a boot up and
warm up period of approximately 30 seconds in order to maintain a
crisp, clear, real-time image. Three minutes after powering on the
camera, the temperature measurement accuracy will be within the
specification requirements.

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On/Off

F2

F3

Figure 1-3. Turning the Power On and Off

Insert Memory Card

1. Pull cover up and rotate as shown in Figure 1-4.

2. Insert the Compact Flash memory card into the slot with the card’s

connection end pointed at the camera and the label with MB size facing
the back of the camera.

3. Look for the “Compact Flash Card inserted” message on the camera

display screen.

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4. Close the cover.

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Focus

Figure 1-4. Inserting a Memory Card

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Focus

Remove the lens cap, point the lens at the target, and manually rotate the lens
with your finger, as shown in Figure 1-5, until the image is in focus.

Figure 1-5. Focusing the Camera

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Set Temperature Level and Span

1. Press G as shown in Figure 1-6 to automatically set the camera’s

temperature level and span.

2. Press G again as needed to properly scale the image.

Level & Span

Figure 1-6. Setting the Level and Span

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Set IR Fusion Blend Level - Ti45, Ti50, Ti55 with Fusion

1. Press and hold G until the IR Fusion blend level control box appears on

the display screen.

2. While continuing to press G, use the MOUSE controller shown in

Figure 1-7 to slide the IR Fusion blend level bar in the control box to the
desired setting.

3. Tap the TRIGGER button to retain settings.

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Capturing an Image

Mouse Controller

F2

F2

F3

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Level & Span

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Figure 1-7. Setting the Fusion Blend Level

Capturing an Image

1. Tap the TRIGGER button once (shown in Figure 1-8) to pause the

live image.

2. Review the image and camera settings.

3. Press and hold the TRIGGER button for 2 seconds to capture (save) the

image. The image file name appears in the upper left-hand corner of the
display screen indicating the image is saved on the memory card.

Note

The memory card must be inserted into the camera to save and store
images.

4. Tap the TRIGGER button to return to scan target mode.

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Figure 1-8. Capturing an Image

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SmartView Software for Your PC

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SmartView Software for Your PC

Your system includes a CD containing SmartView™ software that you install
on your personal computer. SmartView, together with your Camera, enables
you to:

• Transfer thermographic images to a computer and efficiently manage them

• Optimize and analyze your infrared and visible light control images

• Create and print detailed, professional reports containing important

image data

SmartView image analysis software is compatible with any personal computer
running Microsoft Windows 98/ME/2000/XP. This software is provided on the
SmartView CD-ROM disk included with your camera.

To install SmartView software on your computer:

1. Start your computer and close any open applications.

2. Insert the CD-ROM disk containing the SmartView software in the

CD-ROM drive.
After a moment, the installation program should start automatically. If the
installation program does not start automatically, use Windows explorer to
locate the file named “setup.exe” on the CD-ROM disk. Start the
installation by double clicking the “setup.exe” file.

3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

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Chapter 2

Camera Overview

Introduction

Your Camera is a compact, lightweight system that offers a generous five-inch
display module you can position for optimal viewing. You can also rotate the
lens module to easily capture target images on ceilings, hidden above high
objects, under low obstacles, or in other hard-to-reach places. In addition, you
can position the camera for comfortable desktop image analysis and can mount
the system on a standard tripod to continuously monitor a single location.
Although your Camera
functions, it is easy to operate using buttons, mouse-controlled menu options,
or a combination of both.

The visible light camera module (VLCM), available on select Camera systems,
adds a 1.3 mega pixel visible light sensor that improves your ability to identify
and analyze thermal anomalies and to provide visible light control images for
your reports.

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Camera Parts

Camera features and controls are shown in Figures 2-1, 2-2, and 2-3 and
described in Table 2-1.

1 2

3

4

5

6

7

F1

F2

F3

8

9 10 11 12

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Figure 2-1. Camera Back View

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21

2

20

1

17 18

Figure 2-2. Camera Front and Top View

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Figure 2-3. Camera Bottom View

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Table 2-1. Camera Parts--Descriptions

Mouse controller—Used to control the pointer position in images and

A

text menus.
E button—Performs mouse click, or “enter” function, for

B

the pointer.
F button—Used to access display screen menus. Note: Tap F once

C

and a popup menu appears.
A Programmable function button—Can be programmed to perform

D

different menu functions, see Programming Function Buttons later in this
Chapter.

B Programmable function button—Can be programmed to perform

E

different menu functions, see Programming Function Buttons later in this
Chapter.

C Programmable function button—Can be programmed to perform

F

different menu functions, see Programming Function Buttons later in this
Chapter.

D button—Used to power camera on and off and to place the camera

G

in a low-power standby mode to conserve battery power.
Solid green = power is on; Blinking green = standby mode enabled.

Auxiliary power port—Connection port for AC to DC power adapter.

H

Reset—Hidden switch to reset camera. Can be accessed with a paper

I

clip. See, Appendix B—Troubleshooting.
Battery latch—Used to remove battery.

J

Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) screen—Sunlight-readable color display

K

for viewing images and accessing camera menu functions.
G LEVEL & SPAN button—Used to rescale the color palette to the

L

maximum and minimum temperatures in current image and to adjust IR
Fusion level.

Infrared lens—Infrared Germanium lens with manual focus.

M

Torch/Flash—When enabled, the torch illuminates darker work areas.
When enabled, the flash lights the target object during image capture for

N

better-quality visible light images. The torch and flash can be enabled at
the same time.

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Table 2-1. Camera Parts--Descriptions (cont.)

O Visible light lens—Captures visible light control images.

P Laser—Used to point out the object you are aiming the camera towards.

Trigger button—Used to pause and/or save an image frame. Also used

Q

to accept a setting change (i.e., OK click), close a menu page, and to
return to scan target mode.

Video port—RCA video jack used to connect camera to a TV or video

R

monitor.

CompactFlash memory card slot—Ejection button and slot for

S

CompactFlash memory card.

T Hand strap—Adjustable strap for added stability when capturing images.

U Neck strap mount—Pins for attaching neck and/or shoulder strap.

Tripod mount—Standard 1/4-20 threaded hole for mounting camera on

V

tripod.

W Battery—Fluke 7-volt lithium-ion battery for primary power.

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Camera Display Screen

Display screen features and controls are shown in Figures 2-4, 2-5, and 2-6 and
described in Table 2-2.

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Figure 2-4. Camera Display Screen--Example 1

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Figure 2-6. Camera Display Screen--Example 3

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Table 2-2. Display Screen--Descriptions

Color palette—Palette used in displayed image; click to change color

A

palette options.

Level and Span—Maximum, center, and minimum temperatures of the

B

color palette. Click temperatures to change limits of a fixed temperature
range.

Center point temperature—Average temperature of the center-most

C

group of four pixels.

Mouse pointer and temperature—Temperature at the location of the

D

mouse pointer.

Image name—Image name created from an assignable prefix, the date

E

image was taken, and a sequencing number. Appears only when viewing
saved images.

Browse image arrows—Appear when Browse Image function is

F

enabled. Click to scroll to the next or the previous image.

Programmable button icons—Icons for the three programmable

G

buttons: A, B, and C. Click icon to change button function.

Emissivity—Used by camera to calculate target temperatures and

H

location; click number to change the emissivity value.

Background temperature—Used by camera to calculate target

I

temperatures and location; click number to change background
temperature.

J Date—Current date; click to change date.

K Time—Current 24-hour time; click to change time.

Temperature units—Used to display camera temperature units; click to

L

change the temperature units.

Power source—Icon indicating either AC power or battery level; click to

M

identify remaining time available from current battery charge.

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Table 2-2. Display Screen--Descriptions (cont.)

Center box with temperatures—Center 50 by 50 pixel box with the

N

maximum, average, and minimum temperatures in the box (when
enabled).

Hot cursor temperature—Temperature and location of the hottest

O

temperature in the image; always in red (when enabled).

Cold cursor temperature—Temperature and location of the coldest

P

temperature in the image; always in blue (when enabled).

Analysis point—Temperature of marker point in the image. You can add

Q

up to three marker points (when enabled).

Analysis area—Min., avg., and max. temperatures of the marker area in

R

the image. You can add up to three marker areas (when enabled).

Picture-in-picture (PIP)—The fused, or blended, infrared/visible light

S

image appears in the center quarter of the display screen and the visible
light image appears in the rest of the display screen (when enabled).

IR Fusion blend level control box—Used to change the IR Fusion

T

blend level from full infrared (IR) to full visible light (VL) or some
combination in between (Only Ti45, Ti50, Ti55 IR Fusion models).

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Programming Function Buttons

You can assign any of the functions described in Table 2-3 to any one of three
programmable buttons: A, B, C (see Appendix F for a list of default
settings). See programming instructions on the next page.

Table 2-3. Programmable Functions

Centerpoint/Centerbox—Used to cycle the centerpoint on, then

centerpoint and centerbox on, then the centerpoint and centerbox
both off.

Zoom—Used to quickly cycle between 2x, 4x, 8x zoom, and normal
display settings (zoom options vary by camera model; see
Appendix D).

Brightness—Used to quickly cycle through the display screen
brightness settings: “Dim,” “Normal,” and “Bright.” Each time you
press the function button, the next setting takes affect.

Annotation—Used to quickly access the image annotation editor
(available on Ti45 and Ti55 models only).

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Browse Images—Used to immediately recall the last saved or last
viewed image.

Browse Thumbnails—Used to quickly browse thumbnails of images
stored on the CompactFlash memory card.

Palette Visible—Used to quickly cycle the color palette bar on or off
the display screen.

Marker Toolbar Visible—Used to show or hide the marker toolbar
for adding extra visible marker points or areas to the image and
displaying temperatures near them.

Torch—Used to quickly switch the LED light on or off (IR Fusion
models only). When on, light shines continuously to brighten up dark
work areas; light automatically times out after 60 seconds.

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Table 2-3. Programmable Functions (cont.)

Laser—Used to help you correlate what is on the camera display

screen with what you are looking at (IR Fusion models only). The
laser spot is visible in the control image and can be a valuable
reference point for later image review.

Start Sequence—Used to quickly start the Auto Capture sequence.
(Auto Capture is available on Ti45 and Ti55 models only.)

Stop Sequence—Used to quickly stop the Auto Capture image
capture sequence.
(Auto Capture is available on Ti45 and Ti55 models only.)

Image Enhancement—Used to quickly cycle through the image
enhancement settings: “Off,” “Normal,” “Medium,” and “High.” Each
time you press the function button, the next setting takes affect.

Picture-in-Picture—Used to quickly switch between full screen view
and picture-in-picture view (IR Fusion models only).

Recalibrate—Used to manually trigger an internal calibration
adjustment.

To program buttons A, B, and/or C:

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1. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over the function icon

on the display screen task bar (A, B, C) you wish to program.

2. Tap E. A popup menu with list of programmable tasks appears.

3. Position the pointer over the desired task and select.

4. Repeat Steps 1-3.

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Using Display Screen Menus

Your camera is user-friendly and easy to operate and mirrors the way you use a
personal computer in that it has a mouse controller and select button you use to
select task bar items on the camera display screen and access and navigate
through on-screen menus. In many cases, you can perform the same task either
of two ways: by clicking on a display screen task bar item and/or opening a
display screen menu to reveal additional options.

To select task bar items:

1. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over the task bar item

you wish to choose.

2. Tap E to select the desired item.

3. Follow the steps indicated in the section of this manual that corresponds to

the selected task bar item.

To use the display screen menu options:

1. Tap F. The first level popup menu appears:

• Camera Info

• Camera Settings

• Browse Images

• Image Settings

• Annotate Image

• Start Sequence

• Save Image

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over the menu item you

wish to choose.

3. Tap E to select the desired menu item.

4. Use the MOUSE controller and E to position the pointer and then select

desired option from the tabs displayed.

5. Use the MOUSE controller and button to select the functions you want

within the tab.

6. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

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Inserting and Removing Memory Card

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Inserting and Removing Memory Card

Your Camera comes with a removable, reusable CompactFlash memory card
capable of storing hundreds of images. Inserting and removing a memory card
is shown in Figure 2-7.

Figure 2-7. Inserting and Removing a Memory Card

Note

The card must be inserted into the camera to save and store images.
Use only SanDisk-brand CompactFlash memory cards with a 2003 or
newer copyright date. Do not use other memory card brands.

WCaution

To avoid loss of images in the event of a technical problem
with either the Camera or the memory card, be sure to
regularly transfer the images you save on the
CompactFlash memory card to a computer hard drive
and/or other back-up storage device (e.g., CD-R disc).

WCaution

To avoid damaging the memory card or your camera, be
sure to insert the card properly. The card can be inserted
only one way; forcing it may damage your camera.

To insert a memory card:

1. Lift memory card slot cover.

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2. Insert the SanDisk-brand CompactFlash memory card into the slot with

the card’s connection end pointed at the camera and the label with MB
size facing the back of the camera.

Note

If the camera is powered on, the message, “Compact Flash Card
inserted” is displayed.

To remove a memory card:

Note

Camera can be on or off when removing a memory card.

WCaution

To prevent data loss or corruption, do not remove the
memory card while saving an image.

1. Lift memory card slot cover.

2. Firmly press the memory card ejection button. The card partially slides out

of the slot.

3. Remove the memory card from the slot and close the cover.

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Basic Operation

Acquiring and Reviewing Images

Your Camera has three operating modes: scan target, pause/save, and
view/delete images.

Scan Target

To scan target area of interest:

1. Press D to power on the camera.

2. Remove lens cap and point the lens at the target area.

3. Focus and view the target area on the display screen.

4. Tap G to set the camera’s temperature level and span; tap G again as

needed to quickly bring the target area into view.

5. Move the camera or lens module as necessary to view various scenes.

Pause/Save Image

To pause and then save a target area image, follow the Scan Targe procedure,
then quickly tap the TRIGGER button. The word “Paused” appears in the
upper left corner of the display, and the live target area image is paused
enabling you to analyze the image and determine if it is acceptable enough to
save. If not, quickly tap the TRIGGER button again to return to scan target
mode. If image is acceptable, you can save it for future reference.

To save an image for future reference, make sure CompactFlash memory card
is inserted (see Chapter 2) and follow the procedures under Scan Target. When
an area of interest is visible on the display screen, press and hold the
TRIGGER button until the hour glass is displayed (approximately 2-3
seconds). The image is now saved and stored on the CompactFlash memory
card. See Naming Image Files in Chapter 6.

The image name is displayed in the upper left corner of the display screen.

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Tap the TRIGGER button to return to scan target mode.

View Saved Image

To view images saved on the memory card:

1. Make sure memory card is inserted (see Chapter 2), then tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Browse Images on

the popup menu and tap E.

3. Position the pointer over the thumbnail view of the image you want to

open, and double-click E to open.
If the image you want is not on the first page, position the pointer over the
right/left arrows at the bottom of the display screen and tap E as many
times as needed to scroll to the page you want, then follow Steps 3-4.

4. Tap the TRIGGER button to close the open image and return to scan

target mode.

5. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

Delete Saved Image

To delete images saved on the memory card one at a time:

1. Make sure memory card is inserted (see Chapter 2), then tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Browse Images on

the popup menu and tap E.

3. Position the pointer over the thumbnail view of the image you want to

delete; the image is highlighted. Tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the Delete button at the bottom of the display

screen, tap E. A new dialog box appears; select Yes to delete the image,
No to keep the image, or Cancel to cancel the operation and return to the
thumbnail screen.
If the image you want to delete is not on the first page, position the pointer
over the right/left arrows at the bottom of the display screen and tap E
as many times as needed to scroll to the page you want, then follow
Steps 3-5.

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5. Tap the TRIGGER button to close the thumbnail screen and return to scan

target mode.

To delete all images saved on the memory card at the same time:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Camera Settings

on the popup menu.

3. Tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the Files tab and tap E.

5. Position the pointer over Delete all images and tap E.

6. Select Yes (if you do not want to delete all images, select No or Cancel).

7. Tap the TRIGGER button to return to scan target mode.

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Electronic Zoom

From normal view, you can zoom to up to 8x (depending on the camera model;
see camera specifications in Appendix D), which correspondingly enlarges the
image.

To activate the electronic zoom feature:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Image Settings in

the popup menu and tap E.

3. Position the pointer over the Display tab and tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the Zoom Image up/down arrows and tap E as

needed to select zoom setting.

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Saved Image Information

Opening the Info tab within the Image Settings menu window enables you to
view a variety of information about a saved image, including: the name of the
camera manufacturer, camera model number, lens focal length and f-number,
lens model and serial number, and camera calibration date of the camera used
to capture the image. This window/tab also contains the capture date and time
for the selected saved image, as well as software versions used to manage the
camera operation (OCA) and to perform image data processing (DSP).

To view a saved image’s information:

1. Make sure memory card is inserted (see Chapter 2), then tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Browse Images on

the popup menu and tap E.

3. Position the pointer over the thumbnail view of the image you want to

open and double-click E to open.
If the image you want is not on the first page, position the pointer over the
right/left arrows at the bottom of the display screen and tap E as many
times as needed to scroll to the page you want, then follow Steps 3-7.

4. On the open image, tap F.

5. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Image Settings on

the popup menu and tap E.

6. Position the pointer over the Info tab and tap E.

7. Tap the TRIGGER button to return to scan target mode.

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Chapter 4

Analyzing and Enhancing Images

Setting Emissivity and Background Temperature

Setting your camera with correct emissivity and background temperature
values is critical to making accurate temperature measurements.

Emissivity values on your camera and saved images are adjustable between

0.01 and 1.00 with increments of 0.01. This value, along with the background
temperature and target radiation measured by the camera, is used to calculate
target temperatures. Use the table in Appendix C, which lists the emissivity
values of some common materials, as a guide to setting correct emissivity
values.

To set the emissivity value for an image in the camera:

1. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over the emissivity

value on the task bar and tap E. (See Chapter 2 for emissivity value
location on the task bar.)

2. Use the up/down MOUSE action to raise or lower the value.

3. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to the open

image.

4. Tap the TRIGGER button again to return to scan target mode.

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To set the background temperature for an image in the camera:

1. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over the background

temperature value on the task bar and tap E. (See Chapter 2 for
background temperature value location on the task bar.)

2. Use the up/down MOUSE action to raise or lower the value.

3. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to the open

image.

4. Tap the TRIGGER button again to return to scan target mode.

Fixed Image Function

You can also set the emissivity and background temperature values by opening
the Image Settings menu and clicking the Emissivity tab. From here, you can
enable or disable the Fixed Image function. When this function is enabled, the
palette minimum and maximum are adjusted as you change the emissivity, and
the image appearance remains the same. When this mode is disabled, the
palette minimum and maximum stay fixed, while the color rendering in the
image changes accordingly.

To enable/disable the Fixed Image function:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Image Settings on

the popup menu and tap E.

3. Position the pointer over the Emissivity tab and tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the Fixed Image box; tap E to add or remove a

check mark. A check mark indicates the function is enabled.

5. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

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Changing Color Palettes

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Changing Color Palettes

Although all of your camera’s color palettes can be used with any image, you
may find that some color palettes work better than others for analyzing images
depending on the situation.

You can change the color palette prior to capturing images and can change the
color palette of images already saved on the memory card.

Two methods are available to change the color palette. Use the MOUSE
controller to position the pointer over the color palette on the display screen
and repeatedly press E to cycle through the 8 color palette options.

Or, use the menu system as follows:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Image Settings on

the popup menu and tap E.

3. Position the pointer over the Palette tab and tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the Palette down arrow and tap E to reveal the

pull down menu.

5. Position the pointer over desired color palette option and tap E.

6. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

Setting Temperature Level and Span

The color palette is available to help you visualize the relation between
temperature and color. Setting the span to the narrowest range possible
provides the highest quality images.

When using the manual or automatic level and span function, if the center box
function is enabled, the temperature updates are done based on the
temperatures in the box, not the entire image. Using this feature, you can
exclude an area in the image that is very hot or very cold but of little interest.

Manual Level and Span

When you press the LEVEL & SPAN button, your camera takes the current
coldest and hottest temperatures from the scene and sets the palette range

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minimum and maximum limits so that everything in the scene is scaled
between the minimum and maximum temperature if the target temperatures are
within the camera’s currently selected calibration temperature range. If the
target temperatures are outside the currently selected calibration temperature
range, the target is displayed in the saturation color for the current color palette
(see Using Palette Saturation Colors later in this chapter).

Note

Be sure the temperature calibration range is set properly. See Setting
the Temperature Calibration Range in Chapter 6). If you have enabled
the center box marker (see Chapter 4), the color palette is adjusted
based on the minimum and maximum temperatures in the center box,
not those in the rest of the image.

To manually adjust the color palette temperature span, tap G as needed. Be
sure the “Manual” function is enabled (refer to the procedure under Automatic
Level and Span).

Automatic Level and Span

When you enable the automatic level and span function, the color palette
temperatures are regularly updated to the current maximum and minimum
temperatures in the image at a time interval you set (from 1/4 second to 10
seconds).

To enable automatic adjustments of the color palette temperature span:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Image Settings on

the popup menu and tap E.

3. Position the pointer over the Palette tab and tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the Adjustment Interval down arrow, tap E.

5. Use the MOUSE controller to scroll to the interval you want, and tap E.

Select “Manual” rather than an interval to enable the Manual function.

6. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

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Setting Temperature Level and Span

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Arbitrary Fixed Temperature Level and Span

This feature allows you to adjust the level and span “on the fly,” while
scanning targets of special interest and creating high contrast in the
temperature ranges of those targets.

Note

Be sure the temperature calibration range is set properly. See Setting
the Temperature Calibration Range in Chapter 6. If you have enabled
the center box marker (see Chapter 4), the color palette is adjusted
based on the minimum and maximum temperatures in the center box,
not those in the rest of the image.

To set the level and span to an arbitrary fixed temperature span:

1. With the color palette showing on the display screen, highlight any one of

the three palette temperature values (minimum, maximum, center point).

• If you highlight the minimum or maximum temperature, use the

up/down mouse action to change palette range (span). The center
point (level) temperature also changes accordingly.

• If you highlight the center point (level) temperature, use the up/down

mouse action to move the center point temperature accordingly, while
keeping the range (span) constant. Use the left/right mouse action to
change the palette range (span), leaving the center point (level)
unchanged.

2. Tap the TRIGGER button to select to accept setting change and return to

scan target mode.

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You can also the level and span by using the menu system.

To set the level and span using the menu system

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Image Settings on

the popup menu and tap E.

3. Position the pointer over the Palette tab and tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the Adjustment Interval down arrow and tap

E.

5. Use the MOUSE controller to scroll to “Manual” and tap E.

6. Position the pointer over either:

• The Palette Range maximum temperature right/left arrows (repeat to

change minimum temperature).

or

• The Palette Range center point temperature (repeat to change the span

width temperature).

7. Use the MOUSE controller to scroll to the temperature settings you want.

8. Tap the TRIGGER button to select to accept setting change and return to

scan target mode.

Using Palette Saturation Colors

The palette colors of your Camera are mapped to temperature measurements.
When you set the color palette level and span, the full color range is used to
display the image. This same temperature color mapping is maintained until
you set the level and span again.

After setting the level and span, if the camera measures a temperature greater
than the palette maximum temperature and/or a temperature lower than the
palette minimum temperature, the image pixels with these temperature
extremes are displayed at the ends of the color palette. These pixels are called
saturation colors. The standard saturation colors, described in Table 4-1,
appear on the ends of the color palette bar and enable you to quickly see when
temperatures are outside of the current range.

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Table 4-1. Standard Saturation Colors

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Color Palette Standard High

Temperature

Saturation Color

Grayscale Red Blue

Grayscale Inverted Red Blue

Blue-red White Black

High-contrast Blue-green Dark Brown

Hot Metal White Black

Ironbow Green Tan

Amber Red Blue

Amber Inverted Red Blue

Note

With saturation colors OFF, the temperature extremes are displayed
using the next-to-extreme colors in each palette.

To change, enable, or disable the saturation colors function:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Image Settings on

the popup menu and tap E.

Standard Low

Temperature

Saturation Color

3. Position the pointer over the Palette tab and tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the Saturation Colors down arrow, then tap E.

5. Use the MOUSE controller to scroll to the setting you want (Off,

Standard, White/Black, Red/Blue), and tap E.

6. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

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Creating an Isotherm Temperature Band

Note

This feature is available only on Ti45 and Ti55 cameras without
IR Fusion.

You can add an isotherm temperature band to an image to highlight areas of
equal temperature. The image pixels that fall within the isotherm span you set
appear in a color different from the palette colors. You can specify the span
using either the maximum and minimum temperatures or the center point
temperature and span width.

To create an isotherm temperature band:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Image Settings on

the pop up menu.

3. Tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the Iso. tab and tap E.

5. Position the pointer over the Enable Isotherm box and tap E. A check

mark indicates the feature is enabled.

6. Position the pointer over either the Max/Min or Center/Width left/right

and tap E repeatedly as needed to increase/decrease the isotherm span
settings.

7. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

Note

The isotherm’s temperature limits are indicated next to the color
palette on the display screen. To adjust these isotherm temperature
limits:

1. Position the pointer on over the isotherm temperature limit you want

to change, then tap E to highlight the value.

2. Use the MOUSE controller up/down action to change the value.

3. When you reach the desired temperature, tap the TRIGGER button to

accept setting change and return to scan target mode.

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Using Display Screen Temperature Markers

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Using Display Screen Temperature Markers

You can annotate images with various types of markers to help you interpret or
analyze images. For example, you can highlight particular areas of interest in
an image or highlight critical objects whose minimum, maximum, or average
temperatures must be in a particular range.

Use the following basic marker options:

• Four standard spot temperatures: hot, cold, and center points each marked

with a crosshair and the mouse pointer location, marked by the tip of the
pointer.

• Maximum, minimum, and average temperatures for the center box.

You can enable these markers to appear on the display screen in scan target
mode and/or on a saved image you open. With the mouse pointer marker
enabled, you can move the pointer around the display screen to reveal the spot
temperatures at any place on the image.

Note

To add advanced markers, see Chapter 7, User-Defined Temperature
Markers.

Movable points and boxes and automatic hot and cold point detection
functions are available on Ti45 and Ti55 models only.

The pointer may change orientation as it approaches the edge of the
display screen.

“Unchecking” the mouse temperature removes the pointer
temperature digits only; the pointer itself still appears on the display
screen.

To enable/disable spot temperature marker functions from either scan target
mode or from an open image:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Image Settings on

the popup menu and tap E.

3. Position the pointer over the Display tab and tap E.

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4. Position pointer over one of the temperatures you want to appear in the

image (Center Point, Center Box, Hot Cursor, Cold Cursor) and tap E.
A check mark indicates the function is enabled.

5. Repeat Step 4 as needed to choose additional temperature reading options

and/or to “uncheck” options you do not want to appear on the image.
In scan target mode, you can also select Onscreen Logo. A check mark
indicates the Fluke logo will appear on the display screen in scan target
mode.

6. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode or to the open image. From an open image, tap the TRIGGER
button again to return to scan target mode.

To cycle the center point and center box temperature readings on and off from
either scan target mode or from an open image:

1. Enable Center Point/Center Box functions following the procedures to

enable/disable spot temperature markers under Using Display Screen
Temperature Markers.

2. Assign the Center Point/Center Box function to a programmable button

(see Chapter 2).

3. Tap A, B, or C as needed to cycle Center Point on, then Center

Point and Center Box on, then Center Point and Center Box both off.

To hide or rename the Center Point, Center Box, and/or Hot or Cold cursors
from either scan target mode or from an open image:

1. Use the MOUSE controller to position the MOUSE pointer over the

desired marker; tap E.

2. Tap F; a pop up menu appears. Use the MOUSE controller to position

the pointer over the desired option: Hide or Rename.

• If you select hide, the marker is hidden from the display screen.

• If you select rename, the Edit Marker Name keyboard appears.

Enter a new marker name using the MOUSE controller to position the
pointer over the appropriate letter and/or function, then press E.
Repeat as needed.

3. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept the setting change and return to scan

image mode or to an open image. From an open image, tap the TRIGGER
button again to return to scan target mode.

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Annotations

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Annotations

Note

This feature is available on Ti45 and Ti55 models only.

Adding Annotations to Saved Images

Your Camera enables you to add notes, or annotations, to your infrared images.
An annotations file named “notations.txt” is located in the camera memory. If
you store an annotations file on the memory card, your camera recognizes the
annotations file on the memory card first. The “notations.txt” file contains a
predefined list of available annotations and annotation categories.

An annotation is a textual description that can be attached to an image. You
can use annotations to store extra information with an image such as where the
image was captured, what equipment is represented in the image, and who
captured the image. All annotations must be a member of an annotation
category. An annotation category is a grouping of similar annotations. For
example, the annotation category “Equipment” may contain the annotation
items “Fuse,” “Breaker,” and “Disconnect.”

When you insert the memory card into your Camera, the annotation file tells it
what annotations can be applied to an image captured with the camera. You
can add the categories and annotations to saved images.

To add an annotation to a saved image:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Browse Images on

the popup menu.

3. Tap E to select and open image thumbnails.

4. Position the pointer over the right or left arrow key to scroll to the page

containing the image you want to annotate; position pointer over the
image and double click E to open.

5. In the open image, tap F, then select Annotate Image from the popup

menu.

6. Position the pointer over the annotation category you want to select on the

left side of the annotation editor window and tap E. The available

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annotation items for the selected category appear on the right side of the
annotation editor window.

7. Position the pointer over the box next to the annotation item you want to

select and tap E. Repeat as needed to select additional annotation items.

8. Repeat Steps 6-7 as needed to select additional annotation categories.

9. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to the open

image. An annotation icon appears in the upper part of the image.

10. Tap the TRIGGER button once more to return to scan target mode.

To delete, change, or add a new annotation category to a saved image:

1. Open the image you want, then tap F and select Annotate Image from

the popup menu.

2. Position the pointer over the annotation category you want to change or

delete on the left side of the annotation editor window and tap E.

3. Tap F.

• To delete, position the pointer over Delete Category, then tap E.

The category is deleted.

• To change, position the pointer over Change Category Name, then tap

E. A keyboard window opens.

• Position the pointer over the current category name and double

click E to highlight the name. Click “Del” on the keyboard to
delete.

• Enter the new name by positioning the pointer over the

appropriate letter, then tapping E. Repeat as needed.

• Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to

the annotation editor.

• To add a new category, position the pointer over either the New

Single-Select Category or New Multi-Select Category, then tap E.
A keyboard window opens.

• Enter the new category name by positioning the pointer over the

appropriate letter, then tapping E. Repeat as needed.

• Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to

the annotation editor. The new name appears on the left side.

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Annotations

4. Tap the TRIGGER button to return to the open image; tap the TRIGGER

button again to return to scan target mode.

To add a new annotation item to a saved image:

Note

Multi-Select annotations (meaning you may select more than one at a
time) have a check box next to the item name; single-select
annotations (meaning you may select only one at a time) have a radio
button (circle) next to the item name.

1. Open the image you want, then tap F and select Annotation Image from

the popup menu.

2. Position the pointer over the annotation category to which you want to add

the new item and tap E.

3. Position the pointer on the right side of the annotation editor and tap F.

4. Position the pointer over Add New Item, then tap E. A keyboard

window opens.

5. Enter the new annotation item by positioning the pointer over the

appropriate letter, then tapping E. Repeat as needed.

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6. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to the

annotation editor..

7. Repeat Steps 3-6 as needed to select additional annotation items for the

selected category.

8. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to the open

image.

9. Tap the TRIGGER button once more to return to scan target mode.

To set the annotation function to start automatically when saving a new image:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Camera Settings

on the popup menu.

3. Position the pointer over the Files tab and tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the “Auto-Start Annotation Wizard When Saving

New Image” box and tap E. A check mark appears in the box indicating
the feature is enabled.

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5. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

Creating Annotations Lists in SmartView

In addition to managing your annotations using the annotation editor in the
camera, you can change the predefined list and create your own annotations
categories and items using the SmartView annotations editor (see the
SmartView software CD that came with your Camera). After you install the
SmartView software onto your computer (see Chapter 1), refer to the
software’s online Help menu for instructions on how to create and/or edit
annotations lists.

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Chapter 5

Visible Light Camera Module (VLCM)

Note

This Chapter applies only to cameras with IR Fusion.

Enabling/Disabling Visible Light Camera Module

To enable/disable the visible light camera module:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Camera Settings

on the popup menu and tap E.

3. Position the pointer over the VLCM tab and tap E.

You may need to position the pointer over the right or left arrow and tap
E to scroll to the VLCM tab.

4. Position the pointer over the Enable Visible Light Camera box; tap E to

add or remove a check mark. A check mark indicates the function is
enabled.

5. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

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Using Image Alignment

Image alignment is an automatic adjustment that occurs as you focus the
infrared camera lens. The visible light image and the infrared image are lined
up based on the focusing distance of the infrared lens so that they may be
combined for viewing and analysis. The visible light image and the infrared
image are lined up for distances greater than 50 cm (approximately 2 ft).

Focusing

Prior to capturing images using the visible light module and IR Fusion, it is
important to make sure the target object is in focus. As you rotate the infrared
(IR) lens to focus the camera, if the IR blend is less than 50%, the IR Fusion
blend level changes to 50% infrared and 50% visible light (VL). Once you
have the target object in focus and stop rotating the IR lens, the IR Fusion level
returns to your setting. You can focus the infrared portion of the image only;
the focus of the VL portion is set at the factory.

To focus the camera, remove the IR lens cap, point the lens at the target, and
manually rotate the infrared lens with your finger. Focus by aligning the edges
of the IR and VL images.

Adjusting IR-VL Fusion Blend Level

Note

This feature is not available on the Ti40.

You can change the IR Fusion blend level from full infrared (IR) to full visible
light (VL) or some combination in between. When the IR Fusion blend level is
set to full IR, 100% of the image is IR. When the IR Fusion blend level is set
to full VL, 100% of the image is VL. When the IR Fusion blend level is set
somewhere in the middle of full IR and full VL, an appropriate amount of the
image is IR and an appropriate amount is VL, thus displaying a fused—or
blended—image.

To adjust the IR-VL Fusion blend level using the level & span button and
mouse controller:

1. Press and hold G until the IR Fusion level dialog box appears near the

bottom of the screen.

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2. While continuing to hold G, move the MOUSE controller left or right to
desired setting, or use E to position the pointer over the Full IR or Full
VR text to quickly move to 100% infrared or 100% visible light
respectively.

3. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan
target mode.

To adjust the IR-VL Fusion blend level from the popup menu:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Camera Settings
on the popup menu and tap E.

3. Position the pointer over the VLCM tab and tap E.
You may need to position the pointer over the right or left arrow on the tab
bar and tap E to scroll to the VLCM tab.

4. Position the pointer over the Full IR/Full Visible bar; press and hold E
and then move the MOUSE controller left or right to desired setting.

5. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan
target mode.

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Using Full Screen or Picture-in-Picture View

In the full screen view, the infrared (IR) target object image takes up the entire
display screen using the IR Fusion blend setting you have selected. For
example, if the IR Fusion blend setting is Full IR, then the infrared image is
displayed. If the IR Fusion blend setting is Full Visible, then the visible light
(VL) image is displayed. If the IR Fusion blend setting is somewhere in
between, this image blend is displayed. Temperature values are available on all
areas of the display screen. The centerpoint, centerbox, and hot and cold points
are available in full screen view, and user-defined point and box markers are
fully editable in this view.

In the picture-in-picture view, the fused, or blended, infrared/visible light
image appears in a rectangle in the center quarter of the display screen. The
visible light image appears in the rest of the display screen. The centerpoint,
centerbox, and hot and cold points are available in the picture-in-picture view.
User-defined point and box markers are fully editable in this view.

Temperature readings are available only within the infrared image area. The
visible light image field of view is larger than the infrared field of view, thus

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enabling the infrared picture to fit inside the visible light picture (picture-in­picture).

To choose full screen or picture-in-picture view:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Camera Settings

on the popup menu and tap E.

3. Position the pointer over either the Full Screen or Picture-in-Picture radio

button as desired.

4. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

Or, assign the Picture-in-Picture function to a programmable button (see
Chapter 2). Then, to cycle between full screen and picture-in-picture views, tap
A,B, or C as needed.

Adjusting Brightness and Color Controls

Use the brightness and color controls to adjust the visible light image
according to your personal preference.

To enable high brightness and/or vivid color:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Camera Settings

on the popup menu and tap E.

3. Position the pointer over the VLCM tab and tap E.

You may need to position the pointer over the right or left arrow and tap
E to scroll to the VLCM tab.

4. Position the pointer over the High Brightness box; tap E to add or

remove a check mark. A check mark indicates the function is enabled.

5. Position the pointer over the Vivid Color box; tap E to add or remove a

check mark. A check mark indicates the function is enabled.

6. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

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Using Torch Control

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Using Torch Control

When working in darker areas, you can enable the torch function to provide
better lighting. If the flash is not enabled, but the torch function is, the torch
remains on during image capture. The torch operates at approximately 50%
power continuously; the flash operates at full power the instant the image is
captured.

Note

The torch can be enabled at the same time the flash is enabled. If both
functions are enabled, the torch operates continuously, while the flash comes
on during the image capture. The torch enabled function times out after 60
seconds. Limit torch use to save battery power.

Assign the Torch function to a programmable button (see Chapter 2). Then, to
cycle between torch on and torch off, tap A,B, or C as needed.

Using Visible Light Flash

When working in darker areas, you can enable the flash function to light the
target object and capture better-quality visible light images. When the flash is
enabled, it operates with one burst of light when an image is captured (the
moment the image is paused).

Note

The flash can be enabled at the same time the torch is enabled. If both
functions are enabled, the torch operates continuously, while the flash
comes on during the image capture. The torch function times out after
60 seconds, and it can also be turned off by pressing the assigned
function button again. The flash does not time out.

To enable the flash:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Camera Settings
on the popup menu and tap E.

3. Position the pointer over the VLCM tab and tap E.
You may need to position the pointer over the right or left arrow and tap
E to scroll to the VLCM tab.

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4. Position the pointer over the Flash Enabled box; tap E to add or remove

a check mark. A check mark indicates the function is enabled.

5. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

Recording Visible Light Images

With the visible light camera module, you can simultaneously save both an
infrared image and the corresponding visible light control image. However,
you may not want to save the visible light image along with every infrared
image you capture; a visible light image captured with the infrared image takes
up much more space on the CompactFlash memory card. You can enable or
disable the record control image function as needed.

With this function enabled, both the visible light and the infrared images are
captured. You can view the images using the Full IR or Full Visible settings or
blended in between. With the record control image function disabled, only the
infrared image is saved.

Note

The setting to either record or not record control images is governed
by the setting to enable or disable the visible light camera module
(VLCM). The VLCM must be enabled to capture a visible light control
image; see Enabling/Disabling Visible Light Camera Module earlier
in this Chapter).

To enable the record control image function:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Camera Settings

on the popup menu and tap E.

3. Position the pointer over the VLCM tab and tap E.

You may need to position the pointer over the right or left arrow and tap
E to scroll to the VLCM tab.

4. Position the pointer over the Enable Visible Light Camera box; tap E to

add or remove a check mark. A check mark indicates the function is
enabled.

5. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

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Using Laser Pointer

XWWarning

*To avoid injury, use your camera’s Class 2 laser pointer

only as instructed.

Use the laser function to help you point out the object you are aiming
the camera towards. For example, use the laser to show a colleague where
a problem is physically located. Using appropriate IR Fusion blend levels and
color palette settings allows the red laser dot to be in the visible
light image only.

Assign the Laser function to a programmable button (see Chapter 2). Then,
press and hold A,B, or C to use the laser; release when finished. An
icon appears on the display screen to indicate the laser is activated.

Using Thumbnail Browser

Assign the Thumbnail Browser function to a programmable button
(see Chapter 2).

Use the radio buttons on the thumbnail browser window to switch between IR­only, fused, and VL-only image thumbnail displays. Selecting one of these
views does not change the image file; fused images are rendered according to
the blend level setting for each image file.

Using Color Alarms

Note

This feature is not available on the Ti40 or Ti50.

The color alarm function allows you to highlight target object areas of thermal
interest by selectively fusing the visible light image with portions of the
infrared image. For example, you can specify a temperature range. Then, any
target object temperatures either inside or outside of the range, depending on
what you set, are highlighted in the infrared color that corresponds to that
temperature (based on the color palette settings).

You can choose to highlight temperatures either inside or outside of the range
specified. You can also choose to highlight only temperatures above or below a
threshold setting.

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Color alarm thresholds and range limits can be adjusted using the display
screen menu.

Note

Color alarms work in both full screen and picture-in-picture view.
With the onscreen alarm disabled, the entire infrared image is
blended with the visible light image according to the IR Fusion blend
setting and palette selection. The IR Fusion blend setting should
include some IR (i.e., not full VL) so that the color alarm is visible on
the display screen, provided objects in the scene meet the color alarm
criteria. The color alarm function replaces the isotherm function on
models with the visible light camera module.

Using Menu to Adjust Color Alarm Ranges

To enable/disable onscreen alarm:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Image Settings on

the popup menu and tap E.

3. Position the pointer over the Color Alarms tab and tap E. You may
need to position the pointer over the right or left arrow and tap E to
scroll to the Color Alarms tab.

4. Position the pointer over the Enable Onscreen Alarm box; tap E to add
or remove a check mark. A check mark indicates the function is enabled.

5. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan
target mode.

To set color alarms for temperatures either inside or outside of the specified
temperature range:

6. Follow steps 1-4.

7. Position the pointer over the “Temperatures Are Inside Specified Range”
checkbox; tap E. A check mark indicates that temperatures within the
range will be used.

8. If you have selected “Alarm Outside Range,” position the pointer over the
Max or Min box as desired; tap E to add or remove a check mark. A
check mark indicates the function is enabled.

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If you selected “Temperatures are Inside Specified Range,” you cannot
change the Max or Min check boxes.

9. Continue to Step 10 to set the alarm temperature range, or go to Step 12 if

finished.

To set color alarm temperature range (maximum and minimum temperatures):

10. Follow steps 1-4.

11. You can increase or decrease values rapidly to get near the value you

want:

• Position the pointer over either the Max or Min temperature value; tap

E; the box becomes highlighted. Use the MOUSE controller
up/down action to quickly adjust the value in large increments. Tap
E again to enter the selected value.

• Increase or decrease values slowly one digit at a time to hit the exact

value you want, position the MOUSE pointer over the value’s
corresponding right/left arrows, then tap E as needed until you
reach value you want.

12. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

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Using Palette Bar to Adjust Color Alarm Ranges

If you have enabled color alarms, the color alarm temperature limits are
indicated next to the color palette on the display screen.

To adjust the color alarm temperature limits from the color palette:

1. Position the pointer over the color alarm temperature limit you want to
change, then tap E to highlight the value.

2. Use the MOUSE controller up/down action to change the value.

3. When you reach the desired temperature, tap the TRIGGER button to
accept setting change and return to scan target mode.

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Adjusting Display Screen Brightness

You can adjust the display screen brightness for better viewing options in
various lighting conditions.

Note

For maximum battery life, use the dimmest setting possible that still
enables you to clearly see the display screen images.

To adjust the display screen brightness and high brightness timeout time:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Camera Settings

on the popup menu and tap E.

3. Position the pointer over the Power tab and tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the Display Brightness down arrow and select.

Then position the pointer over the desired brightness level from the pull
down menu and select.

5. If you select “bright,” you can also select a “high brightness timeout”

time: Position the pointer over the High Brightness Timeout down arrow
and select the time you wish.

6. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

You can also assign the Brightness function to a programmable button (see
Chapter 2). Then, tap the programmable button as needed to adjust the display
screen brightness.

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Hiding Display Screen Task Bar

For more image viewing area, you can hide the display screen task bar.
Specifically, you can set the task bar to automatically disappear within 3
seconds when the mouse pointer is moved off the bottom row of the camera
display screen or if the pointer remains stationary on the task bar (above the
bottom row) for 4 seconds.

To enable the Auto-Hide Task Bar function:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Image Settings on
the popup menu.

3. Tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the Display tab and tap E.

5. Position the pointer over the Auto-Hide Task Bar box and tap E. A
check mark indicates function is enabled.

6. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan
target mode.

To make the task bar reappear while the Auto-Hide function is enabled, use the
MOUSE controller to position the pointer on the bottom row of the display
screen. As long as the pointer remains on the bottom row of the display screen,
the task bar stays on, even if the Auto-Hide Task Bar function is enabled.

To hide the task bar while the Auto-Hide function is enabled, use the MOUSE
controller to move the pointer off of the bottom row of the camera display
screen.

Hiding Display Screen Color Palette

For more image viewing area, you can hide the display screen color palette.

To hide the color palette:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Image Settings on
the popup menu.

3. Tap E.

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4. Position the pointer over the Display tab and tap E.

5. Position the pointer over the Temperature Scale box and tap E. A check

mark indicates function is enabled.

6. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

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Setting Temperature Units

To set or change temperature units to Celsius, Fahrenheit, or Kelvin:

1. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over the temperature

unit mark (ºF, ºK, ºC) on the task bar and tap E.

2. Repeat until the desired unit is selected.

Setting Temperature Calibration Range

You can change the temperature calibration range as needed: the narrower the
range the better the image quality, which enables you to see smaller
temperature variances. The wider the range the lower the image quality;
however, you are able to see a greater range of temperature variances.

To set the temperature calibration range:

Note

Calibration range cannot be changed on a paused or saved image. Be
sure to select the correct calibration range prior to pausing or saving
an image. See Appendix D to determine the calibrated temperature
ranges available for your camera model.

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Camera Settings

on the popup menu and tap E.

3. Position the pointer over the Lens tab and tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the calibration range radio button you want and

tap E.

5. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

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Changing Lens Selection

To change the lens selection to match the installed lens:

Note

Lens selection cannot be changed on a paused or saved image. Be
sure to select the correct lens prior to pausing or saving an image.

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Camera Settings
on the popup menu and tap E.

3. Position the pointer over the Lens tab and tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the Lens down arrow and select, then position the
pointer over the appropriate lens from the pull down menu and select.

5. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan
target mode.

Setting Date and Time

Your Camera has an internal calendar and clock. The calendar is used in
naming saved images. The date and time are recorded within an image when
the image is saved (see Chapter 3).

To change the date:

1. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over the date field on
the task bar.

2. Tap E.

3. Position the pointer over the Date down arrow and select. A monthly
calendar appears.

• To change the month and day:

• Position the pointer over the left/right arrows and tap E as

needed to scroll one month at time until you reach the month
you want.

• Position pointer over the desired day and tap E.

• To change the year:

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• Position the pointer over the year and tap E.

• Position the pointer over the up/down arrows and tap E as

needed to scroll one year at a time until you reach the year
you want.

4. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

To change the time:

1. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over the time field on

the task bar.

2. Tap E.

3. Position pointer over the Time field you are changing (hour, minute, or

second if available) and tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the up or down arrow next to the time field and

tap E repeatedly to scroll to the desired time.

5. Repeat Steps 3-4 to change other fields.

6. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

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To change the date format:

1. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over the date field on

the task bar.

2. Tap E.

3. Position the pointer over the Locale tab and tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the Date down arrow and select.

5. Position pointer over either the up or down arrow and tap E as needed

to scroll to the desired date format.

6. Position pointer over the desired format and tap E.

7. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

To change the time format:

1. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over the time field on

the task bar.

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2. Tap E.

3. Position the pointer over the Locale tab and tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the time down arrow and select.

5. Position pointer over the desired format and tap E.

6. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan
target mode.

Saving and Reloading Camera Settings

You can save your current camera settings to a Compact Flash card
(recommended if using a shared camera to access your custom settings on
multiple cameras) or to the camera’s internal memory (recommended if there is
only one user). When you power on your Camera, settings such as the color
palette, temperature units, programmed function buttons, etc., that you
previously saved are loaded from the memory card into the camera operating
memory. If you are not using a memory card or if the memory card has no
stored settings, camera factory settings are loaded first followed by any
internal camera settings you previously saved. Internal camera settings
override the factory settings. Visible light camera module (VLCM) settings are
saved and loaded just as other settings are.

To save current camera settings to the camera’s internal memory or to a
Compact Flash card:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Camera Settings
on the popup menu.

3. Tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the Save tab and tap E.

5. Position the pointer over either Compact Flash or Internal in the Save
Settings To row and tap E.

6. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan
target mode.

To reload camera settings from the memory card or to load camera settings
from a different card without powering off the camera:

1. Tap F.

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Naming Image Files

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Camera Settings

on the popup menu.

3. Tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the Save tab and tap E.

5. Position the pointer over Compact Flash in the Load Settings From row

and tap E.

6. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

To restore factory settings:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Camera Settings

on the popup menu.

3. Tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the Save tab and tap E.

5. Position the pointer over Restore Factory Settings and tap E.

6. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

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Naming Image Files

When you save an image, its name is added to the upper left corner of the
image display.

An image name looks like this: IR00020060515_0001

• IR is prefix (The prefix assigned to the image is based on the prefix last

assigned and stored in the camera settings.)

• 20060515 is the eight-digit date

• 0001 is the four-digit sequencing number

Changing Image File Name Prefix

To change the prefix used in the saved image name:

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Note

This change affects only new images saved to the memory card and
does change the prefix of previously saved images.

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Camera Settings
on the popup menu.

3. Tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the Files tab and tap E.

5. Position the pointer over Edit and tap E to open the Prefix Editor.

6. Select and click on up to five alphanumeric characters one at a time. Tap
the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to Camera
Settings window.

7. Tap the TRIGGER button again to return to scan target mode.

Resetting Image File Name Sequence Number

To change the file sequence number used in the saved image name:

Note

If a file sequence number you want to use for image B is already used
for image A, the camera automatically selects the lowest possible
sequence number for image B and does not override, or delete,
image A.

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Camera Settings
on the popup menu.

3. Tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the Files tab and tap E.

5. Position the pointer over Reset and tap E to reset the sequence numbers
back to 0000.

6. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan
target mode.

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Selecting Video Output Options

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Selecting Video Output Options

Using the video port and video cable, you can display the live, paused, or
saved images on a TV, video projector, or video monitor. You can also record
images on a video recorder.

Video output can be set to NTSC, PAL, or disabled.

Note

Disable the video output function when not in use to save
battery power.

To select NTSC or PAL signal and enable/disable video output:

1. Plug the video cable (the end with the cylindrical noise suppressor) into

the camera video port; plug the other end of the cable into the TV,
projector, monitor, or video recorder.

2. Tap F on the camera.

3. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Camera Settings

on the popup menu.

4. Tap E.

5. Position the pointer over the Locale tab and tap E.

6. Position the pointer over either the PAL or NTSC video signal radio

button and select. The black circle indicates setting is enabled.

7. Position the pointer over the Power tab and select.

8. Position the pointer over the Video Output Enabled button and select. A

check mark indicates function is enabled. When not in use, disable this
function to conserve battery power.

9. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

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Enhancing the Image

You can use the image enhancement function to improve image clarity in live
scan targets and images saved while this function is enabled. Image quality
improves with each increase in image enhancement; however, response times
are reduced accordingly, for example, images set to “Normal” image
enhancement refresh a screen at a faster update rate than images set to “High.”

Note

Higher settings are more likely to show blurring on moving targets.
Image enhancement cannot be applied to images after they are
paused or saved. To use image enhancement, be sure to enable the
function prior to scanning target areas and saving images.

To adjust the image enhancement level:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Image Settings on

the popup menu and tap E.

3. Position the pointer over “None,” “Normal,” “Medium,” or “High” and

tap E.

4. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

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Using Auto Capture

Note

This feature is available on Ti45 and Ti55 models only.

With the Auto Capture function, you can record a sequence of one or more
images by specifying the number of images to be captured and the time
interval between images. Use the Auto Captue function to scan multiple target
areas and quickly save the images.

Note

Actual number of saved images depends on the capacity of your
memory card.

You can set the Auto Capture sequence to be either manually or temperature
triggered. When manually triggered, the camera begins capturing images
immediately after you activate the function. Or, you can choose a single
camera temperature measurement point (such as the hot and cold cursors,
center point, mouse point, and up to three user-defined points) or the
minimum, maximum, or average temperatures of any of the area markers
(center box plus up to three user-defined areas) to trigger the image capturing
sequence.

Note

When using the Auto Capture function with the visible light camera
module (VLCM), the rate at which images are captured is slowed
considerably if you include visible light images. Turning off the
VLCM will keep the rate of images captured at approximately one
image per 1 to 2 seconds for 160 x 120 cameras and one image per 2
to 3 seconds for 320 x 240 cameras. When the VLCM is enabled, the
rate of images captured is approximately seven seconds.

To manually trigger the Auto Capture function:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Image Settings on
the popup menu and tap E.

3. Position the pointer over the PIC tab and tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the right or left arrows next to Max Images to set
the number of images you want to capture in the sequence.

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5. Position the pointer over the right or left arrows next to Interval (sec) to

set the number of seconds between images.

6. Position pointer over the Manual radio button and select.

7. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

To trigger the Auto Capture function using a temperature setting:

1. Tap F, then use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over

Image Settings on the popup menu.

2. Tap E.

3. Position the pointer over the PIC tab and tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the right or left arrows next to Max Images and

tap and hold E as needed to set the number of images you want to
capture in the sequence.
Click Check Space to see how many more images you can fit on the
memory card.

5. Position the pointer over the right or left arrows next to Interval (sec) and

press and hold E as needed to set the number of seconds between
images.

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6. Position the pointer over the Temperature radio button and select.

7. Select the measurement point from the pull-down menu (Mouse,

CenterPoint, CenterBox, Hot cursor, Cold cursor, and user-defined points
and areas from pull-down list; for areas, select from Min. Avg., Max.).

8. Select the Over or Under radio button.

9. Use the right/left arrows to set the temperature trigger point.

10. Select the “Save all images after trigger” box if you want to save all

images after the initial trigger, or, leave the box unchecked to save only
images that meet the trigger criteria. (When the “Save all images after
trigger” box is checked, an image is captured after each time interval
following the initial trigger, even if the temperature condition changes. If
the box is unchecked, images are captured after each time interval only
when the specified temperature condition is true.)

11. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

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Using User-Defined Display Screen Temperature Markers

Note

This feature is available on Ti45 and Ti55 models only.

In addition to basic display screen temperature markers (see Chapter 4), the IR­FlexCam offers the following advanced marker options available in scan target
mode and/or on a saved image you open:

• Up to three user-defined spot temperatures each marked with a crosshair.

• Up to three user-defined area markers each indicated by a custom-sized

box.

To enable the user-defined spot temperature and area markers:

1. Assign the Marker toolbar visible function to a programmable button (see
Chapter 2).

2. From scan target mode or from an open image, tap the programmable
button; the Marker toolbar appears in the upper left corner of the display
screen.

To add spot temperature markers to the display screen from either scan target
mode or from an open image:

1. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over the crosshair icon
in the Marker toolbar.

2. Tap E.

3. Use the MOUSE controller to position the mouse crosshair over the image
spot desired.

4. Tap E to place a spot temperature marker. The marker name, followed
by the temperature of that spot appears on the display screen.

5. Repeat Steps 3-4 to add up to two additional spot temperature markers.

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6. Select the rectangle icon from the Marker toolbar to add area markers (see

the next set of procedures), or tap the programmable button to close the
Marker toolbar and return either to scan target mode or to the open image.
From an open image, tap the TRIGGER button again to return to scan
target mode.

To add area markers to the display screen from either scan target mode or from
an open image:

1. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over the rectangle icon

in the Marker toolbar.

2. Tap E.

3. Use the MOUSE controller to move the pointer to the image area desired.

4. Tap E to place the starting point, then use the MOUSE controller

up/down/left/right action to drag the rectangle marker over the desired
area. Continue moving the MOUSE controller as needed to create the
desired rectangle size and shape.

5. Tap E to complete the area marker; the marker name, followed by the

minimum, average, and maximum temperatures of that area, appear on the
display screen.

6. Repeat Steps 3-5 to add up to two additional area markers.

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7. Select the crosshair icon from the Marker toolbar to add spot temperature

markers (see the procedures earlier in this Chapter), or tap the
programmable button to close the Marker toolbar and return either to scan
target mode or to the open image. From an open image, tap the TRIGGER
button again to return to scan target mode.

To change the emissivity or background temperature value of spot temperature
and/or area markers from either scan target mode or from an open image:

1. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over either the crosshair

or rectangle icon in the Marker toolbar; tap E.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over the up/down

arrows in the Marker toolbar; tap E as necessary to scroll to the desired
spot temperature or area marker name.

3. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over the emissivity

value (left box next to the up/down arrows) or the background temperature
value (right box next to the X close window button); tap E.

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4. Use the MOUSE controller to adjust the value up or down as desired; tap
E.

5. Repeat Steps 1-4 as needed.

6. Tap the programmable button to close the Marker toolbar and return either
to scan target mode or to the open image. From an open image, tap the
TRIGGER button again to return to scan target mode.

To remove, rename, or annotate spot temperature and/or area markers from
either scan target mode or from a open image:

1. Use the MOUSE controller to position the MOUSE crosshair/pointer over
either the crosshair or the rectangle icon; tap E.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over either the spot
marker point or area marker point you want to remove.
The MOUSE crosshair can be positioned anywhere on or near the spot
marker; for area markers, the MOUSE pointer tip must be touching the
area marker.

3. Tap F; a pop up menu appears. Use the MOUSE controller to position
the pointer over the desired option: Remove, Rename, or Annotate.

• If you select remove, the marker is removed from the display

screen.

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• If you select rename, the Edit Marker Name keyboard appears.

• Enter a new marker name using the MOUSE controller to

position the pointer over the appropriate letter and/or
function, then pressing E. Repeat as needed.

Advanced Operation
Using Internal Recalibration

• If you select Annotate, the Annotations editor appears.

• Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over the

desired annotations (see Chapter 4) and press E.

4. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept the setting change and return to scan

image mode or to the open image. From an open image, tap the TRIGGER
button again to return to scan target mode.

To move point and area markers:

1. Use the MOUSE controller to position the MOUSE pointer over the label

text for a marker. The pointer arrow changes to a “pointing hand.”

2. Press and hold E while using the MOUSE controller to “drag” the

marker to a new location.

To resize area markers:

1. Use the MOUSE controller to position the MOUSE pointer over an area

edge or corner. The pointer arrow changes to a “pointing hand.”

2. Press E while using the MOUSE controller to adjust the size of the area

marker as desired.

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Using Internal Recalibration

Your Camera has an internal calibration feature that automatically adjusts the
camera electronics as needed to maintain a high quality image even when the
camera senses a significant change in either internal temperature or
temperature at the target object. During an internal calibration, you may hear a
faint “double click” sound from the camera and see the word “Calibrating”
appear on the display screen. The image is frozen for approximately 1-2
seconds during the calibration process.

You may also want to manually trigger an internal calibration to adjust for
changing environmental conditions, for example, you move from an extremely
cold environment to a hot environment (see Programming Function Buttons in
Chapter 2).

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Chapter 8

Camera Care

Cleaning the IR Lens, VLCM, Display Screen, and Body

For optimal performance, your Camera should be treated with care and gently
cleaned as needed. You should always take great care whenever you touch the
lens or display screen. The lens elements are made from Germanium crystal
and easily can shatter or be scratched and chipped, and the liquid crystal
display (LCD) screen is sensitive to excess pressure. To protect your Camera,
replace the lens cap and store the camera in the case when you are not using
the camera.

WCaution

To avoid damaging your camera, use compressed air to
remove large particles and dust prior to using a cloth.

To clean the IR lens and the VLCM lenses and windows:

• Lightly rub the lens with a soft cotton cloth slightly moistened (not

dripping) with a non-abrasive solution marked for lens cleaning or a mild,
diluted dish soap solution (never use solvents).

To clean the display screen:

• Lightly rub the display screen with a clean computer monitor cleaning

cloth.

To clean the camera body:

• Lightly rub the camera body with a clean, slightly damp cloth. Dampen

the cloth in a solution of water and a small amount of mild soap if needed.

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Using Other Lenses

Your Camera comes standard with an f 0.8 20 mm focal length lens, which is
appropriate for most applications. The lens is made of Germanium crystal and
is antireflection coated for high transmission in the 8 to 14 micron wavelength
band. Two additional lenses are available: a wide angle f 0.8 10.5 mm focal
length lens to capture larger targets at short distances and a narrow angle f 1.0
54 mm focal length lens to capture small targets at long distances.

When you change lenses, you must change the lens selection setting
accordingly as described in Chapter 6.

For more information on ordering additional lenses or other accessories, visit
www.fluke.com.

Viewing Camera and Battery Information

The Info tab within the Camera Info window contains the camera serial
number, software versions, lens descriptions of each lens used (if more than
one), calibration range, number of image files on the memory card, and the
used and free space on the memory card.

To view the Info tab information:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Camera Info on the
popup menu and tap E.

3. Position the pointer over the Info tab and tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the up/down arrows to scroll and see additional
details.

5. Tap the TRIGGER button to return to scan target mode.

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Camera Care
Charging the Batteries

The Battery tab within the Camera Info window shows the power source,
remaining battery charge level, and battery manufacturer, serial number, and
number of discharge cycles.

To view the Battery tab information:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Camera Info on the

popup menu and tap E.

3. Position the pointer over the Battery tab and tap E.

4. Tap the TRIGGER button to return to scan target mode.

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Charging the Batteries

Your Camera comes with a battery charger that works with 100 to 240 V AC
input voltage and 50 or 60 Hz input frequency. The charger has a recalibration
feature to maintain correct capacity monitoring. When using battery power, a
battery symbol appears in the far right side of the camera display screen task
bar. The remaining charge capacity is indicated as shown in Table 8-1.

Table 8-1. Remaining Battery Charge Indicators

Indicator Battery Power Remaining

Green 25% to 100%

Yellow Less than 25%

Flashing/Solid Red Approximately 5 minutes until camera

powers off.

Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over the battery icon. Press
E to obtain an estimate of the remaining battery charge and camera runtime.

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To charge camera batteries:

Note

Charge at least one battery for 3 hours before use. Two batteries
charge sequentially. The second battery remains in standby mode
until the first battery is charged.

1. Connect battery charger AC power supply to a power outlet. An outlet
adapter may be necessary outside of the United States.

2. Connect the power supply to the dual-bay battery charger.

3. Insert one battery into one of the battery charger bays; insert the second
battery—if available—into the second charger bay.

The LED indicator in front of each bay indicates the charging status as shown
in Table 8-2.

Table 8-2. Battery Charging Status

LED Indicator Charging Status

Off No battery detected

Green Flashing Fast charging

Green Solid Fully charged

Yellow Flashing Recalibrating

Yellow/Green Recalibrated

Yellow Solid Standby

Red Flashing Error

Recalibrating the Batteries

You should recalibrate your camera batteries periodically to maintain the
accuracy of the battery gauge. If a battery requires recalibration, a warning
popup window appears on the camera display screen when you power on your
camera.

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Camera Care
Conserving Battery Power

Note

Recalibration may take up to 16 hours. You can charge a battery in
the right charging bay while recalibrating a battery in the left bay.

To recalibrate a battery:

1. Insert the battery into the left bay of the battery charger.

2. Press the recalibrate button on the front of the charger.

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Conserving Battery Power

To conserve battery power (when the camera is running on battery power, not
AC power), the display screen automatically powers off and the system goes
into standby mode when the system has been idle for 5 minutes (you can
change this time). The camera automatically powers off when the system has
been in standby for 10 minutes (you can change this time). You can manually
switch to standby mode as well.

To manually switch from full power to standby mode, tap D once. D
flashes green.

To switch from standby mode to full power, tap D once again. D
remains solid green.

To power on or off, press and hold D for 4 seconds. D remains solid
green when power on; no light when power off.

To change the standby timeout time:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Camera Settings

on the popup menu.

3. Tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the Power tab and tap E.

5. Position the pointer over the Standby Timeout down arrow and press E.

6. Position the pointer over the time you want and press E

7. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan

target mode.

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To change the standby to off timeout time:

1. Tap F.

2. Use the MOUSE controller to position the pointer over Camera Settings
on the popup menu.

3. Tap E.

4. Position the pointer over the Power tab and tap E.

5. Position the pointer over the Standby To Off Timeout down arrow and
press E.

6. Position the pointer over the time you want and press E.

7. Tap the TRIGGER button to accept setting change and return to scan
target mode.

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Appendices

Appendix Title Page

A Glossary....................................................................................... A-1

B Troubleshooting........................................................................... B-1

C Emissivity Values ........................................................................ C-1

D Camera Specifications and Dimensions....................................... D-1

E Resources and References ........................................................... E-1

F Camera Default Settings .............................................................. F-1

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Appendix A

Glossary

Background Temperature
The temperature of the surroundings, as seen by the target object. In practical
terms, this is often considered to be the ambient or room temperature. When
outdoors, this can be a very difficult value to estimate, due to the effects of
very hot (the sun) and cold (clear sky) objects. By paying careful attention to
the location of and direction from which an object is photographed, the effects
of very hot and cold objects in the background can often be minimized.

Blackbody
A blackbody is a theoretically ideal radiator and absorber of energy at all
electromagnetic wavelengths, i.e., a completely non-reflective object. The term
comes from the fact that a cold blackbody appears visually black.

Color Palette
Color representation of the temperatures (temperature scale) in a displayed
image.

Electro Static Discharge (ESD) event
A single-event, rapid transfer of electrostatic charge between two objects,
usually resulting when two objects at different potentials come into direct
contact with each other. ESD can also occur when a high electrostatic field
develops between two objects in close proximity.

Emissivity
The ratio of the actual emitted radiance to that of an ideal blackbody at the
same temperature. In practical terms, this means that objects with lower
emissivity will be more affected by background radiation.

FAT or FAT16 file format
Stands for File Allocation Tables. Most computer operating systems store
computer files by dividing the file into smaller pieces and storing those pieces
in separate clusters of a hard disk, floppy disk, or Compact Flash memory card.
The FAT file system allows an operating system to keep track of the location
and sequence of each piece of a file, and also allows the operating system to
identify which clusters are unassigned and available for new files. When a
computer user wants to read a file, the FAT file system also reassembles each
piece of the file into one unit for viewing.

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Infrared Spectrum
The portion of the electromagnetic spectrum immediately adjacent to visible
light; approximately from 0.7µm to microwave.

Infrared Camera
Electronics, lens, and detector combinations that give the user an image, that
can be viewed or recorded, of energy in the infrared spectrum.

Infrared, Thermal
The portion of the infrared spectrum from which the majority of heat energy is
recorded. This portion of the electromagnetic spectrum is defined as 3µm to
microwave. However, the majority of infrared imaging occurs between 3µm
and 14µm.

Isotherm
In general scientific terminology, an isotherm is set of lines on a thermogram
that marks points that are of the same temperature. Your Camera modifies this
definition somewhat to mean: an image that highlights the set of all pixels that
lie within a specified range of temperatures.

Level
The center value of the color palette (temperature scale).

NTSC
The National Television Standards Committee (NTSC) sets the analog
television standard for the United States; this format itself is also informally
called “NTSC.” While a standard for the United States, NTSC format has been
adopted in other countries as well, including Korea and Japan.

PAL
Phase Alternating Line is the analogue video format used in television
transmission in most of Europe—except France, Bulgaria, Russia, Yugoslavia,
and some other countries in Eastern Europe, where SECAM is used—Australia
and some Asian, African, and South American countries.

Palette Temperatures
Maximum, center, and minimum temperatures (temperature scale) of the color
palette.

Radiometric
The ability to measure thermal energy—or temperature—and display it back to
the camera user.

Reflected energy
Any energy that does not radiate directly from the target object.

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Saturation Colors
The ends of the color palette used to display temperature extremes, for
example., a temperature greater than the palette maximum temperature and/or
a temperature lower than the palette minimum temperature.

Span
The temperature range across which the color palette (temperature scale) is
mapped.

Target
An object being thermally photographed.

Temperature Scale – The temperatures represented by the color palette
(palette temperatures).

Thermography – The use of infrared thermography whereby temperatures of
a wide variety of targets can be measured remotely and without contact. This is
accomplished by measuring the infrared energy radiating from the surface of
the target and converting this measurement to an equivalent surface
temperature.

Thermogram – An infrared image.

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Appendix B

Troubleshooting

For troubleshooting help, see the tips in Table B-1.

Table B-1. Troubleshooting Tips

Symptom Possible Reason Possible Solution

Camera will not
power on.

The battery is not
inserted.

The battery is not
charged.

An improper
Compact Flash
memory card is
inserted.

Insert a charged battery.

Charge the battery. See Chapter 8.

Use SanDisk-brand Compact Flash
memory card with a 2003 or newer
copyright date.

WCaution

To avoid problems saving
images, do not use other
memory card brands.

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Table B-1. Troubleshooting Tips (cont.)

Symptom Possible Reason Possible Solution

Camera will not
power on.

The Compact
Flash memory
card is corrupt.

Reformat* the memory card: Insert
the Compact Flash card into a
memory card reader installed on your
computer. Use “Windows Explorer”
or “My Computer” to view the
memory card drive location. Right
click on the drive and select the FAT
or FAT16 file format.

WCaution

To prevent image data loss, do not
use FAT32 format. Do not change
any other settings.

WCaution

To prevent image data loss, be
sure to transfer the images saved
on the Compact Flash card to a
computer hard drive and/or other
back up storage device (e.g., CD-R
disc) before reformatting the
memory card. Reformatting the
memory card will erase all images
stored on the card.

Camera will not
save an image.

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An electrostatic
discharge (ESD)
event has taken
place.

A Compact Flash
memory card is
not inserted or an
unauthorized card
is inserted.

Use a paperclip to press reset. See
Chapter 2.

Insert only a SanDisk-brand
Compact Flash memory card with a
2003 or newer copyright date.

WCaution

To prevent image saving errors,
do not use other memory card
brands.

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Table B-1. Troubleshooting Tips (cont.)

Symptom Possible Reason Possible Solution

Troubleshooting B

Camera will not
save an image.

The approximate
sign (~) appears
in front of a
temperature
reading.

The Compact
Flash memory
card is full.

The temperature
reading is outside
the selected
calibration range
and the accuracy
may not be within
the specified
accuracy of the
camera.

Insert new SanDisk-brand Compact
Flash memory card, delete
unnecessary images from the card
(see Chapter 3), or transfer the
images saved on the card to a
computer hard drive and/or other
back up storage device (e.g., CD-R
disc).

Change the temperature calibration
range; See Setting Temperature
Calibration Range, in Chapter 6.

If you are unable to solve the problem using the possible solutions in the
Troubleshooting table:

Reboot the camera by pressing D to power off the camera, then pressing
D again to power on the camera.

If this still does not correct the issue:

Contact Fluke as described in Chapter 1.

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Before You Contact Us

To better assist you and to minimize your call time, please have the following
information ready to share with a customer service representative before
contacting Fluke Corporation:

OCA Version, DSP Version, and MSP Version
You will find this information in the Camera Info menu, Info tab
(see Chapter 8).

Serial Number and Part Number (twist lens module, then see label on the side
of the camera body as shown in Figure B-1).

1

2

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COMPLIES

AND EN 60825-1/01

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TO BEAM

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Figure B-1. Serial/Part Number and Laser Certification Location

Test Equipment Depot - 800.517.8431 - 99 Washington Street Melrose, MA 02176

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FAX [phone] - TestEquipmentDepot.com