IriSys IRI 1011 User Manual

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 2004 InfraRed Integrated Systems Ltd

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IRISYS

Universal Thermal

Imager

Type IRI 1011

User Manual

Safety Warning:

The equipment described in this document uses a Class II laser. Under no account
should anyone look directly into the laser beam or the laser beam exit aperture,
irreversible damage to the eye may occur. The laser should not be operated when
there are personnel in the imager’s field of view.

Caution – use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified in this document may result in hazardous laser radiation exposure.

InfraRed Integrated Systems Ltd

Park Circle, Tithe Barn Way,

Swan Valley,

Northampton,

NN4 9BG

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Conforms to USA 21 CFR

1040.10.
Class II laser product.

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Contents:

1 GETTING STARTED..................................................................................... 3

1.1 UNPACKING .............................................................................................. 3

1.2 POWERING THE IRI 1011 ............................................................................. 3

1.2.1 Using Battery Power .......................................................................... 3

1.2.2 Using AC Mains Power ........................................................................ 4

1.3 CONNECTING THE IRI 1011 TO A ‘POCKET PC’ OR PALM ......................................... 4

2 OPERATING THE IRI 1011 THERMAL IMAGER ............................................ 5

2.1 HARDWARE ............................................................................................... 5

2.2 USING THE LASER POINTER ............................................................................ 6

2.3 USING THE IRI 1011 THERMAL IMAGER WITH A ‘POCKET PC’.................................... 6

2.3.1 Setting up the ‘Pocket PC’ with the IRI 1011 Thermal Imager.................. 6

2.3.1.1 Installing the IRISYS 1011 Imager software onto a ‘Pocket PC’ .........................6

2.3.1.2 Starting the IRISYS 1011 Imager software.....................................................7

2.3.1.3 Reinstalling the IRISYS 1011 Imager software onto a ‘Pocket PC’ from Flash
Memory. 7

2.3.2 Operating the ‘Pocket PC’ with the IRI 1011 Thermal Imager .................. 7

2.3.2.1 Software Button Operations .........................................................................8

2.3.2.2 Navigation/Action Button Operations ...........................................................10

2.3.2.3 Snapshot Transfer from a ‘Pocket PC’ to a PC ...............................................10

2.3.3 Recommended ‘Pocket PCs’ for use with the IRI 1011 ..............................11

2.4 USING THE IRI 1011 THERMAL IMAGER WITH A PALM ...........................................12

2.4.1 Setting up the Palm with the IRI 1011 Thermal Imager .........................12

2.4.1.1 Installing the IRISYS 1011 Imager software onto a Palm ...............................12

2.4.1.2 Switching off the Palm’s automatic shutdown ...............................................13

2.4.1.3 Starting the IRISYS 1011 Imager software...................................................13

2.4.2 Operating the Palm with the IRI 1011 Thermal Imager..........................14

2.4.2.1 Software Button Operations .......................................................................14

2.4.2.2 Navigation/Action Button Operations ...........................................................15

2.4.3 Recommended Palms for use with the IRI 1011....................................16

2.5 USING THE IRI 1011 THERMAL IMAGER WITH A PC ..............................................17

2.5.1 Installation of software on PC.1000 Report Writer note..........................17

2.5.2 Operating IRISYS 1011 Imager software .............................................17

2.5.2.1 Turning off Microsoft ActiveSync:................................................................17

2.5.2.2 Control Panel............................................................................................18

2.5.2.3 Menus .....................................................................................................19

2.5.2.4 Producing a Temperature Graph (live imaging):............................................20

2.5.2.5 Use of PC software with no Thermal Imager connected .................................. 20

3 OPERATING NOTES AND PRECAUTIONS................................................... 21

3.1 TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT.........................................................................21

3.2 GENERAL.................................................................................................21

4 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES......................................................................... 21

4.1 IRI 1011 HANDLE .....................................................................................21

4.1.1 Mounting the imager and Pocket PC onto the Handle.............................21

4.1.2 Preparing the Handle for use with a Palm PC. .......................................25

4.1.3 Removing the Imager from the Handle................................................26

5 CUSTOMER FEEDBACK ................................................................................ 27

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1 Getting Started

This User Manual refers to the IRISYS Universal Thermal Imager system type IRI
1011, for use with a ‘Pocket PC’, Palm or a PC.

1.1 Unpacking

After unpacking the IRI 1011 toolbox, you will find the standard items as shown in
Figure 1.

Figure 1: Contents of the IRI 1011 Universal Thermal Imager

Inspect all the items. If any item is damaged or missing, notify your dealer
immediately.

1.2 Powering the IRI 1011

The IRI 1011 Thermal Imager operates from either 4 standard AA size batteries, or
from AC mains power.

1.2.1 Using Battery Power

1. Make sure the Thermal Imager is turned off. Figure 4, shows where the on/off
button is.

2. Open up the battery compartment on the bottom of the IRI 1011 Thermal
Imager, by sliding the battery cover off.

3. Carefully remove the battery holder and insert 4 AA size batteries. Standard
AA Alkaline batteries or rechargeable batteries can be used. The polarity of the
batteries is shown on the holder.

4. Replace the battery holder, making sure that the connector is positioned so that
it is towards the centre of the imager, and replace the battery cover.

 CAUTION: Do not use a 9V battery.

Figure 2: Inserting 4 AA Size Batteries into the IRI 1011

RS232
Connection
Cable for a

Regional
Mains

Adapters

12V Power
Supply

Toolbox Carry
Case

Battery
Holder With
4 AA Size

Batteries

CD-Rom

IRI 1011
Thermal

Imager

Battery
Compartme

Battery
Cover

Empty Battery
Holder

Battery Holder
with 4 AA size

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NOTE:

• A set of 4 AA batteries will power the IRISYS IRI 1011 Universal Thermal Imager for
approximately 8 hours.

 CAUTION: If the IRI 1011’s red LED starts flashing it means that the

batteries are running low and need to be replaced immediately.

1.2.2 Using AC Mains Power

1. Make sure the Thermal Imager is turned off.

2. Connect the provided 12V power supply into the socket on the side of the IRI

1011 imager, see Figure 4.

3. Attach the appropriate supplied regional adapter to the power supply.

4. Plug the power supply into a mains socket.

5. Switch on the thermal imager.

 CAUTION: When using AC mains, use only the power supply included with

the IRI 1011. Using other power supplies may damage the IRI 1011
Thermal Imager.

NOTE:

• It is recommended that the IRISYS Universal Thermal Imager (not the ‘Pocket PC’/Palm)
should be switched on approximately 2 minutes before use. This is to allow the internal
electronics to warm up and stabilise, so as to achieve optimum performance.

• The mains power supply included with the IRI 1011 is only for powering the IRI 1011; it will
not recharge the batteries.

1.3 Connecting the IRI 1011 to a ‘Pocket PC’ or Palm

• This section tells you step by step how to get the Thermal Imager up and

running with a ‘Pocket PC’/Palm.

1. Make sure the IRI 1011 is powered by either 4 AA size batteries or the 12V
power supply.

2. Make sure the Thermal Imager software has been installed onto the ‘Pocket PC’
or Palm, see Section 2.3.1.1 or Section 2.4.1.1 respectively.

3. Connect the Pocket PC’s/Palm’s RS232 serial sync cable into its socket and the
other end into the IRI 1011 RS232 socket, see Figure 3.

Figure 3: The IRI 1011 Thermal Imager connected to a ‘Pocket PC’,
configured for two handed operation

Pocket PC,
not
supplied
with IRI
1011

IRI
1011
Therm
al
Imager

Pocket PC
Manufactur
er’s RS232
Serial Sync
Cable

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2 Operating the IRI 1011 Thermal Imager

This section provides information for using the IRI 1011 Universal Thermal Imager.

Described in this section are:

• The Hardware

• Using the Laser Pointer

• Using the IRI 1011 Thermal Imager with a ‘Pocket PC’

• Using the IRI 1011 Thermal Imager with a Palm

• Using the IRI 1011 Thermal Imager with a PC

2.1 Hardware

The IRI 1011 system is designed for use with a ‘Pocket PC’, Palm or a PC. For use with
a ‘Pocket PC’ or Palm the imager is connected via an RS232 serial sync cable, see
Section 2.3.3 or Section 2.4.3 respectively for recommended cables.

For a PC or laptop computer use the RS232 serial cable supplied with the imager.

Figure 4: The IRISYS IRI 1011 Universal Thermal Imager.

Safety notice: The laser used in this device is designated Class II.

Under no circumstances should personnel look straight into the laser.

Components of the IRI 1011 Thermal Imager:

• The IRI 1011 Thermal Imager can be connected to a ‘Pocket PC’ or Palm via an
RS232 serial sync cable, see Section 1.3.

• To use the IRI 1011 with an IBM compatible PC, the supplied RS232 serial cable
is inserted into the socket on the bottom of the unit, and the other end
connects into a COM port on the PC. Operation with a PC is independent of the
‘Pocket PC’/Palm.

• The IRI 1011 features an ON/OFF power switch on the front. The ‘Pocket
PC’/Palm has a separate power switch.

Lens

RS232 Socket, for
connecting to a
‘Pocket PC’, Palm
or a PC

Laser Pointer
Button

Laser Pointer
Aperture

Battery
Compartment

Laser Pointer
Button

On/Off switch
and power on
LED Indicator
Off – right
On – left

DC socket, used
for connecting
to mains power

Laser Pointer
Button

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2.2 Using the Laser Pointer

The Laser pointer is used to allow the operator to illuminate and identify the centre of
the scene that the Thermal Imager is viewing.

When the IRI 1011 unit is switched ‘ON’, the laser may be operated by pressing and
holding any of the three red buttons on the Imager, see Figure 4.

The laser pointer illuminates the area of the scene that is viewed by the “default”
temperature measurement pixel. The default temperature measurement pixel is the
central point on the ‘Pocket PC’ or Palm display screen, which is indicated by a red
circle, see Figures 5 or 9 respectively. The length of the laser bar gives an indication
of the pixel dimension. In order for the IRI 1011 to give an accurate temperature
reading the minimum area of the scene being viewed must be a square that totally
encloses the laser bar. The laser pointer is therefore a useful tool for finding the
maximum viewing range of the IRI 1011 in specific applications.

2.3 Using the IRI 1011 Thermal Imager with a ‘Pocket
PC’

Most ‘Pocket PCs’ can be used with the IRI 1011 Universal Thermal Imager. This
section will describe some of the basic functions of ‘Pocket PCs’ with the IRI 1011.
These functions are common to many different available brands of ‘Pocket PC’s.

2.3.1 Setting up the ‘Pocket PC’ with the IRI 1011 Thermal

Imager

2.3.1.1 Installing the IRISYS 1011 Imager software onto a ‘Pocket PC’

The IRI 1011 Thermal Imager can be used with most ‘Pocket PCs’, which have an
RS232 serial port and run Microsoft ‘Pocket PC’ 2000, 2002 or 2003, see Section 2.3.3
for recommended ‘Pocket PC’s. The ‘Pocket PC’ can be used to display, process and
store snapshots of thermal images.

1. Ensure that ActiveSync is installed on your PC from the CD supplied with your
Pocket PC, and that it is communicating with your ‘Pocket PC.’

2. Refer to your ‘Pocket PC’ User Manual for more information on ActiveSync and
synchronising your ‘Pocket PC’ with a PC. It is not necessary to create an
ActiveSync synchronized partnership between the two. If you are given the
option to choose between a “standard” and a “guest” partnership, select
“guest”.
Note: If you are having difficulty connecting, try going into the ActiveSync
connection settings dialog screen and “ticking” both the ‘allow serial’ and ‘allow
USB’ connection boxes.

3. Make sure the ‘Pocket PC’ is switched on, and connected to the PC.

4. Insert the IRISYS 1011 Imager software (supplied on a CD-Rom with your IRI

1011) into your PC’s CD-Rom Drive.

5. Double click on ‘My Computer’ and then on the ‘CD-Drive (D:)’.

6. Double click on the folder “CE Install”

7. Double click on ‘1000 Series CE Setup.exe’ to start the installation.

8. Follow the on screen prompts, to complete the installation.

NOTE:

• While the Thermal Imager may be used solely with the ‘Pocket PC’, access to a PC is
necessary for installing the Thermal Imager’s software to the 'Pocket PC’.

• If the ‘Pocket PC’ has Flash memory or a memory card, the IRISYS ‘Pocket PC’ software will
automatically be saved onto this memory during the initial installation.

• As an alternative to the portable use of the IRI 1011 using a ‘Pocket PC’, the output of the
imager can be displayed and processed in real time using a PC, see Section 2.5 for using the
IRI 1011 with a PC.

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2.3.1.2 Starting the IRISYS 1011 Imager software

1. Check that the ‘Pocket PC’ is charged.

2. Make sure the ‘Pocket PC’ is connected to the IRI 1011 Thermal Imager with an

RS232 serial sync cable. The serial sync cable is either supplied with the
‘Pocket PC’ as a standard item or can be ordered from the ‘Pocket PC’ supplier
as an accessory.

3. Switch on the ‘Pocket PC’ and the Thermal Imager.

4. Using the Stylus pen from the ‘Pocket PC’, select the Start menu and then

select the Programs folder. Select the icon labelled “IRISYS 1000+
Imager”.

5. Operation of the IRISYS 1011 Imager application is by means of the

Navigation/Action button and software buttons. See Sections 2.3.2.2 for
further information.

NOTE:

• The IRISYS Imager program takes a few seconds to load.

• If the ‘Pocket PC’ battery is allowed to fully discharge, the imager software will be lost and

must be re-installed either from memory storage or from the CD again. The ‘Pocket PC’
uses power even when it is switched off. Regular recharging and transferral of images is
therefore recommended.

2.3.1.3 Reinstalling the IRISYS 1011 Imager software onto a ‘Pocket PC’ from
Flash Memory.

2.3.2 Operating the ‘Pocket PC’ with the IRI 1011 Thermal
Imager

Figure 5: Screenshot of IRISYS 1011 Imager ‘Pocket PC’ Software

Pocket PC Battery
Indicator

Selected
Temperature
Range

Temperature
Range

Temperature
difference
between the
two selected
temperature
cursors

Temperature
cursor and
corresponding
temperature
reading

Default
Laser
Pixel

The imager software can be re-installed from flash
memory storage on newer Pocket PC’s using File
Explorer. For example on HP iPAQs, open “File
Explorer”, first select “My Device” from the drop down
menu at the top of the screen, then select “iPAQ File
Store” and finally “1000 Series Imager”. Select “OK” to
confirm re-installation.

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NOTE:

• For optimum performance the imager should be switched ‘ON’ and allowed to settle for about 2 minutes.

• Should the ‘Pocket PC’ lock up you will need to perform a soft reset of the ‘Pocket PC’. The Reset button

for most ‘Pocket PCs’ is located on the side or bottom. Refer to your ‘Pocket PC’ User Manual for more
information on Resets.

2.3.2.1 Software Button Operations

Figure 6: Buttons used within the IRISYS 1011 Imager software.

Grab

Takes a snapshot of the currently displayed image. The user is asked ‘Do you wish to save this image?’ The
user must select ‘Yes’ or ‘No’. Pressing ‘No’ will discard the snapshot and return to ‘Live’ mode. Pressing
‘Yes’ will save the image with the name ‘Snapshot n.snp’, where n is the next available number in the
sequence starting from 1.

NOTE:

• All the setting and cursor functions may be applied to the grabbed image frames.

• Go to ‘Browse’ to view saved snapshots.

Auto

The Auto button can be set in the ‘Tools’ section to operate in two different modes:

Tools

Gives access to the following settings:

• Image Label – The user can enter their own selected name for saved snapshots.

• Image Folder – The user can set the path directory to which snapshot images are saved.

• Ambient (oC) – The user can set the ambient temperature; if the emissivity (see below) is not

given the value of 1 the software compensates for the ambient temperature to give more
accurate temperature readings. Value entered must be within the range -20ºC to 200ºC.

• Calibration – If there is more than one calibration file available for the imager, the user can

select the appropriate file from this box. If there is only one calibration file this selection box
may not be displayed.

Browse

Allows the user to
browse and delete
saved snapshots.

Grab

Takes a
snapshot of
the image.

Exit

Closes down the IRISYS
1011 Imager software.

Tools

Allows the user to set a
number of parameters,
e.g. emissivity.

Auto

Automatically adjusts
the temperature
range and sensitivity.

•

“Ticked box” Continuous Auto - Continuously adjusts the

temperature range and sensitivity of the image for ease of viewing.

In this mode the ‘Auto’ button can be used to switch Continuous Auto
on or off.

• “Unticked box” Continuous Auto - The ‘Auto’ button is used in a one

shot mode i.e. each time the button is pushed it will automatically
adjust the temperature range and sensitivity for the present scene.
With Continuous Auto off, the image can be adjusted in a manual
mode using the Nav/Action button, see Section 2.3.2.2 for more
information.

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• Emissivity – The user can select the emissivity for the material being
imaged. Setting the correct emissivity value is important to achieve the
accuracy of temperature readings, see note 3 in Section 3.1.

• Colour Map – The user can select one of three possible colour
options:

o Greyscale
o Red-Blue
o Green-Blue

• Integration – The number of image frames to be integrated can be set
to ‘Integration OFF’ or up to 10 frames. Note that this function reduces
“noise” on the image; it should be turned off when imaging a moving scene.

• Temp. Units – The user can select the temperature units to be:

o Celsius (

o

C)

o Fahrenheit (oF)
o Kelvin (K)

• Interpolate – The user can select a displayed resolution, of 16x16 pixels or
96x96 pixels.

• 2nd Element – The user can select whether to have the second (SP2)
temperature cursor displayed on the screen.

• Continuous Auto – See section on ‘Auto’ above for further explanation.

Figure 7: Tools menu within the IRISYS 1011 Imager software.

Browse

Gives access to five other buttons:

• Prev – Loads the previously stored snapshot file.

• Next – Loads the next stored snapshot file.

• Delete – Deletes the current snapshot. The user will be asked ‘Are you

sure? Yes/No’.

• Tools – Takes the user back to the ‘Tools’ Menu, (see Tools above).

• Live – Returns the user to Live imaging mode.

Exit

Shuts down the IRISYS 1011 Imager software application.

Integration Toggle

Temperature Units

Image Label

Image Folder

Ambient
Temperature

Emissivity

Calibration File

Colour Map

Interpolate Toggle

2nd Element Toggle

Continuous Auto

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2.3.2.2 Navigation/Action Button Operations

All ‘Pocket PCs’ have a central Navigation/Action button. This is the only physical button used
for operating the IRISYS 1011 Imager software. The remaining buttons on the ‘Pocket PC’ are
used for other applications outside of the IRISYS software. The function of these buttons is
dependant on the brand of ‘Pocket PC’.

The Navigation/Action button can be depressed at five points and has five primary functions ­up, down, left, right and select.

Figure 8: The Navigation/Action button of an HP iPAQ 5000 Series ‘Pocket PC’

With ‘Auto’ adjust toggled OFF, pressing the centre of the Navigation/Action button will cycle
through three options. The selected option is indicated by a flashing red outline surrounding the
box. The three options are:

1. Manual control of the sensitivity and temperature range bar. This can be used in
snapshot mode, or when ‘Auto’ adjust is toggled OFF.

• The Sensitivity and temperature range of the displayed image can be manually
adjusted by use of the Navigation/Action button. Pressing up/down adjusts the
sensitivity and pressing left/right adjusts the temperature range.

2. Selected Temperature Cursor (SP1).

• The SP1 cursor can be moved around the screen on the thermal image by using the
Navigation/Action button, i.e. up/down/left/right.

3. Selected Temperature cursor (SP2).

• The SP2 cursor can be moved around the screen on the thermal image by using the
Navigation/Action button, i.e. up/down/left/right.

When the ‘Auto’ adjust is toggled ON, pressing the Nav/Action button will cycle between the two
temperature cursors, and not the manual control bar.

2.3.2.3 Snapshot Transfer from a ‘Pocket PC’ to a PC

Microsoft ActiveSync must be installed to be able to transfer Snapshot images from the ‘Pocket
PC’ to a PC. Refer to your ‘Pocket PCs’ User Manual for more information on Microsoft
ActiveSync.
In order to transfer a Snapshot file from the ‘Pocket PC’ to the PC follow this procedure:

1. Ensure that ActiveSync is installed on your PC and communicating with your ‘Pocket PC.’

2. Refer to your ‘Pocket PC’ User Manual for more information on ActiveSync and
synchronising your ‘Pocket PC’ with a PC.

3. On the PC, from the File menu in ActiveSync select “Explore”. This will open a “Mobile
Device” window. If the folder appears to be empty, select “Refresh” from the View
menu

4. Double click on “My Pocket PC”.

DOWN

UP

RIGHT

LEFT

Select Option
(Action)

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5. Double click on “My Documents” then select Snapshots, or click on the folder in
which the snapshots have been saved. The folder in which snapshots are saved
can be selected on the ‘Pocket PC’; see Tools in Section 2.3.2.1. The
snapshots will have extensions “.snp”

6. Copy the required Snapshots to a suitable folder on the PC (click and drag; or
right click-copy then right click-paste into the folder).

NOTE:

• It is advisable to periodically download saved Snapshot images from the ‘Pocket PC’ to a PC.

If a ‘Pocket PC’ battery runs flat, all saved images on the ‘Pocket PC’ will be lost, unless they
are saved into Flash memory or onto a memory card (e.g. an SD card).

2.3.3 Recommended ‘Pocket PCs’ for use with the IRI 1011

Table 1, lists some 'Pocket PCs' IRISYS have tested with the IRI 1011.

This table is the current IRISYS view on ‘Pocket PCs’, as of March 2005. For an up to
date list of recommended ‘Pocket PC’s, please see the IRISYS website,

www.irisys.co.uk.

Please note that it is necessary to acquire the appropriate synchronization cable for a
specific ‘Pocket PC’. The URL links provided in Table 1 for cable suppliers are intended
as an example. For more information on synchronization cables it is advisable to
contact your local manufacturer (e.g. HP) or supplier.

Table 1: ‘Pocket PCs’ tested with the IRI 1011, and recommended RS232 serial sync
cable.

‘Pocket PC’ Synchronizing cable (not supplied) Comments

HP RZ1710

Universal Autosync Cable.

HP part number FA122A

EXpansys Code: 101828.

Entry level
system

HP iPAQ

hx2000 series

Universal Autosync Cable.

HP part number FA122A
EXpansys Code: 101828

HP iPAQ H5100
& H5500 series

Universal Autosync Cable.

HP part number FA122A
EXpansys Code: 101828

HP iPAQ H4150

series

Universal Autosync Cable.

HP FA122A#AC3

EXpansys code: 101828

HP iPAQ rx3700

series

Universal Autosync Cable.

HP part number FA122A
EXpansys Code: 101828

HP iPAQ hx

4700 series

Universal Autosync Cable.

HP part number FA122A

EXpansys Code: 101828

Not tested by
IRISYS

HP H2210

Universal Autosync Cable.

HP part number FA122A
EXpansys Code: 101828

O2 XDA

O2 Serial Autosync cable for XDA.

EXpansys Code: 104141.

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2.4 Using the IRI 1011 Thermal Imager with a Palm

A number of Palm models can be used with the IRI 1011 Universal Thermal imager, see Section

2.4.3 for recommended Palms. The system requirements for the Palm are an operating system
of OS® 5.2.1 or above, serial RS232 connectivity and a 320 x 320 display supporting 16 bit
colours. The Palm can be used to display, process and store snapshots of thermal images.

2.4.1 Setting up the Palm with the IRI 1011 Thermal Imager

2.4.1.1 Installing the IRISYS 1011 Imager software onto a Palm

The following is a step by step guide for installing the IRISYS 1011 imager software onto a Palm:

1. Install the ‘HotSync’ software, from the CD supplied with your Palm, on to a PC.
HotSync allows you to transfer and synchronize data on your PC with your Palm, and
vice versa. For more information on HotSync, please refer to your Palm Handbook. The
final part of this will require you to carry out your first ‘HotSync’ operation.
i) Place your Palm in its cradle or connect it to its cable. Make sure the cradle/cable is

connected to your PC
ii) Press the HotSync icon on your Palm display.
iii) A new window will open on your Palm stating whether it is set up for a ‘Local’ or

‘Modem’ connection. Make sure ‘Local’ is selected.
iv) Press the HotSync button on your cradle/cable or on the Palm screen.

2. Insert the IRISYS supplied CD into your PC’s CD-ROM drive.

3. Open the folder ‘CD:\IRI 1011 Palm\1000 Series Palm\’.

4. Double click on the ‘1000 Series Palm Setup.exe’ file, and follow the onscreen prompts.
This can take a while. Please wait until the final complete screen below appears.

5. If there is a window asking you to add one or both of the following files, “1011
ThermalImager” and ‘MathLib.prc’ file to your Handheld Palm, select ‘OK’.

6. Follow the procedure for HotSync.

i) Press the HotSync icon on your Palm display.
ii) A new window will open on your Palm stating whether it is set up for a ‘Local’

or ‘Modem’ connection. Make sure ‘Local’ is selected.

iii) Press the HotSync button on your cradle/cable or on the Palm screen.

7. This completes the installation of the Palm software.

8. In the event that the following message appears “you must finish installing previous

programs before installing more” even though the installation HAS finished. It means
that the list of applications to be installed contains some that are already installed. If the
message persists, remove the programs from the list and rerun the 1000 series Palm
setup.

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9. After you have saved some images on the PALM device, the next time you
HotSync, the images will be automatically transferred to a folder on to your PC.
The default folder is usually C:\Program Files\Palm\TT\IRISYS.

NOTE:

• While the Thermal Imager may be used solely with the Palm, access to a PC is necessary for
installing the Thermal Imager’s software to the Palm.

• As an alternative to the portable use of the IRI 1011 using a Palm, the output of the imager
can be displayed and processed in real time using a PC, see Section 2.5 for using the IRI
1011 with a PC.

2.4.1.2 Switching off the Palm’s automatic shutdown

When the Palm is being used from its batteries, it will automatically shut down after a
short period of time to conserve the battery life. To change, or switch off the time
period for automatic shut down, it is necessary to install the ‘AlwaysOn’ software onto
your Palm. ‘AlwaysOn’ is free software and can be downloaded from the Palm website:

The following is a step by step guide for installing the ‘AlwaysOn V1.2’ software onto
your Palm:

1. Place your Palm in its cradle or connect it to its cable. Make sure the

cradle/cable is connected to your PC.

2. Press the HotSync icon on your Palm display.

3. A new window will open on your Palm stating whether it is set up for a ‘Local’ or

‘Modem’ connection. Make sure ‘Local’ is selected.

4. Press the HotSync icon in the middle of the Palm screen.

5. Download the ‘AlwaysOn’ software from the Palm website:

http://palmsource.palmgear.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=software.showsoftware
&SID=5290900C-CF18-AC90-838C210BE1658BDE&PartnerREF=&prodID=1499

6. Double click on the ‘AlwaysOn.prc’ file.

7. A new window will pop up asking you to ‘Confirm Add’ of the ‘AlwaysOn12.prc’

file to your Handheld Palm, select ‘OK’.

8. Press the HotSync icon on your Palm display.

9. A new window will open on your Palm stating whether it is set up for a ‘Local’ or

‘Modem’ connection. Make sure ‘Local’ is selected.

10. Press the HotSync icon in the middle of the Palm screen. This completes the

installation of the ‘AlwaysOn’ software.
An ‘AlwaysOn’ icon will appear on your Palm’s menu screen. Press the icon to be
shown a list of time periods that can be selected for automatic shut down.

2.4.1.3 Starting the IRISYS 1011 Imager software

1. Check that the Palm is charged.

2. Make sure the Palm is connected to the IRI 1011 Thermal Imager with the

connection cable.

3. Switch on the Palm and the Thermal Imager.

4. Using the Stylus pen from the Palm, select the Thermal Imager icon to

launch the application.

5. Operation of the IRISYS 1011 Imager application is by means of the

Navigation/Action button and software buttons. See Section 2.4.2.2 for further

information.

NOTE:

• The IRISYS Imager application takes a few seconds to load.

• If the Palm battery is allowed to fully discharge, the imager software will be lost and must be

re-installed onto the Palm. The Palm uses power even when it is switched off. Regular
recharging is therefore recommended.

• If for any reason the software locks up, perform a ‘soft reset’ on the Palm. See your Palm
Handbook for more information on resetting.

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2.4.2 Operating the Palm with the IRI 1011 Thermal Imager

Figure 9: Screenshot of IRISYS 1011 Imager Palm Software

NOTE: For optimum thermal imaging performance the imager should be switched ‘ON’ and
allowed to settle for about 2 minutes.

2.4.2.1 Software Button Operations

Figure 10: Buttons used within the IRISYS 1011 Imager software.

Grab

Takes a snapshot of the currently displayed image. The user is asked ‘Do you wish to
save this snapshot?’ The user must select ‘Yes’ or ‘No’. Pressing ‘No’ will discard the
snapshot and return to ‘Live’ mode. Pressing ‘Yes’ will save the image with the name
‘Snapshot n.snp’, where n is the next available number in the sequence. Also the
snapshot will be labelled with the date and time at which it was saved.

NOTE:

• All the settings and cursor functions may be applied to the grabbed image frames.

• Go to Browse to view saved snapshots.

Grab

Takes a
snapshot of
the image.

Tools

Allows the user to set
a number of
parameters, e.g.
emissivity.

Auto

Automatically adjusts
the temperature
range and sensitivity.

Selected
Temperature
Range

Temperature
cursor and
corresponding

Palm
battery
indicator

Default
laser
pixel

Temperature
difference
between the
two selected
temperature
cursors

Temperature
Range

Browse

Allows the user to
browse and delete
saved snapshots.

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Auto

The Auto button can be set in the ‘Tools’ section to operate in two different modes:

• “Ticked box” Continuous Auto - Continuously adjusts the temperature range
and sensitivity of the image for ease of viewing. In this mode the ‘Auto’
button can be used to switch Continuous Auto on or off.

• “Unticked box” Continuous Auto - The ‘Auto’ button is used in a one shot
mode i.e. each time the button is pushed it will automatically adjust the
temperature range and sensitivity for the present scene.

With Continuous Auto off, the image can be adjusted in a manual mode using the Nav/Action
button, see Section 2.4.2.2 for more information.

Tools

Gives access to the following settings:

• Image Label – The user can enter their own selected name for saved
snapshots.

• Ambient (

o

C) – The user can set the ambient temperature; if the emissivity (see
below) is not given the value of 1 the software compensates for the ambient
temperature to give more accurate temperature readings. Limited to 200ºC if value
entered is above 200ºC.

• Calibration – If there is more than one calibration file available for the imager, the
user can select the appropriate file from this box. If there is only one calibration file
this selection box may not be displayed.

• Emissivity – The user can select the emissivity for the material being imaged.
Setting the correct emissivity value is important to achieve the accuracy of
temperature readings, see note 3 in Section 3.1.

• Colour Map – The user can select one of three possible colour options:

o Greyscale
o Red-Blue
o Green-Blue

• Integration – The number of image frames to be integrated can be set to
‘Integration OFF’ or up to 10 frames. Note that this function reduces “noise” on the
image; it should be turned off when imaging a moving scene.

• Temp. Units – The user can select the temperature units to be:

o Celsius (oC)
o Fahrenheit (oF)
o Kelvin (K)

• Interpolate – The user can select a displayed resolution, of 16x16 pixels or 96x96
pixels.

• 2

nd

Element – The user can select whether to have the second (SP2) temperature

cursor displayed on the screen.

• Continuous Auto – See section on ‘Auto’ above for further explanation.

Browse

Gives access to five other buttons:

• Prev – Loads the previously stored snapshot file.

• Next – Loads the next stored snapshot file.

• Del – Deletes the current snapshot. The user will be asked ‘Are you sure? Yes/No’.

• Tools – Takes the user back to the ‘Tools’ Menu, (see Tools above).

• Live – Returns the user to Live imaging mode.

2.4.2.2 Navigation/Action Button Operations

All Palms have a central Navigation/Action button. This is the only physical button used for
operating the IRISYS 1011 Imager software. The remaining buttons on the Palm are used for
other applications outside of the IRISYS software. The function of these buttons is dependant on
the brand of Palm; refer to your Palm Handbook for more information.

The Navigation/Action button can be depressed at five points and has five primary functions ­up, down, left, right and select.

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Figure 11: The Navigation/Action button of aTungstenT3 Palm

With ‘Auto’ adjust OFF; pressing the centre of the Navigation/Action button will cycle
through three options. The selected option is indicated by a flashing red outline
surrounding the box. The three options are:

1. Manual control of the sensitivity and temperature range bar. This can be used
in snapshot mode, or when ‘Auto’ adjust is OFF.

• The Sensitivity and temperature range of the displayed image can be
manually adjusted by use of the Navigation/Action button. Pressing
up/down adjusts the sensitivity and pressing left/right adjusts the
temperature range.

2. Selected Temperature Cursor (SP1).

• The SP1 cursor can be moved around the screen on the thermal image by
using the Navigation/Action button, i.e. up/down/left/right.

3. Selected Temperature cursor (SP2).

• The SP2 cursor can be moved around the screen on the thermal image by
using the Navigation/Action button, i.e. up/down/left/right.

When the ‘Auto’ adjust is ON, pressing the Nav/Action button will cycle between the
two temperature cursors only, and not the manual control bar.

2.4.3 Recommended Palms for use with the IRI 1011

Table 2, lists some of the Palms IRISYS have tested with the IRI 1011.

This table is the current IRISYS view on Palms, as of March 2005. For an up to date
list of recommended Palms, please see the IRISYS website, www.irisys.co.uk.

The URL links provided in Table 2 for cable suppliers are intended as an example. For
more information on synchronization cables it is advisable to contact your local
manufacturer or supplier.

Palm Synchronizing cable (not supplied) Comments

Zire 71

Palm Universal HotSync Cable.

EXpansys Code: 103725. Web site:

http://www.expansys.com/product.asp?code=

M500USBSERY

Works very well.

Tungsten T3

Universal HotSync Cable.

EXpansys Code: 103725. Web site:

http://www.expansys.com/product.asp?code=

M500USBSERY

Works very well.

Table 2: Palms tested with the IRI 1011, and recommended serial sync cable.

RIGHT

LEFT

DOWN

UP

SELECT

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2.5 Using the IRI 1011 Thermal Imager with a PC

The PC should be IBM compatible running MS Windows XP or 2000, with an RS232 serial port,
USB port and 24 bit colour graphics. If a laptop PC is used, a TFT display is recommended. This
application can be used for online imaging with the IRI 1011 connected to the PC or for analysis
of snapshots previously saved on a ‘Pocket PC’ or Palm.

2.5.1 Installation of PC and 1000 series report writer software

NOTE:

• 1000 series report writer software instructions can be found in the user
manual IPU40104

Both software’s are on the supplied CD-Rom.

1. Insert the supplied CD-Rom into the PC’s CD-Drive (D:).

2. Double click on ‘My Computer’ and then on the ‘CD-Drive (D:)’.

3. Double click on the “PC Install” folder.

4. Double click on ‘1000 Series PC Setup.exe’.

5. Follow the on screen prompts to complete the installation.

NOTE:

• The IRISYS 1011 Imager software will by default be installed into the following path:

 C:\Program Files\IRISYS\IRISYS 1000 Series Imager

• The above path and name can be changed during the installation, but it is advisable to leave
it as the default. The installation will also put a ‘Shortcut Icon’ onto your PCs desktop to
allow quick and easy start-up of the software.

• Please note, 1000 series report writer software instructions can be found in user manual
IPU40104.

2.5.2 Operating IRISYS 1011 Imager software

Connect the Thermal Imager to the PC using the RS232 cable provided.

Launch the IRISYS 1011 Imager program from the Desktop icon, or from:

 START/PROGRAMS/IRISYS/IRISYS 1000 Series Imager

When launched, the window obtained will be similar to Figure 12.

On initial launch, if the Thermal Imager is not connected or switched on, the message “NO
INCOMING DATA” will appear in the status box. The image window will contain the last viewed
image, and the temperature displayed will be from the last viewed image.

On connecting the Thermal Imager to the PC and switching it on, the program will make
connection with the imager (this may take several seconds). On some PC’s, after connecting the
imager, it may be necessary to close the IRISYS 1000 Series Imager application, and then
reopen it. This allows the program to detect the COM port that the imager is using. The status
box contains information on the settings of the imager, and the co-ordinates of the selected
cursor whose temperature output is displayed in the temperature window.

2.5.2.1 Turning off Microsoft ActiveSync:

A common problem when communicating with the Thermal Imager is that the Microsoft
ActiveSync program has “taken over” the available COM port. This may be rectified as follows:

1. Open the ActiveSync program (either by the Icon at the bottom right of the PC screen or

from the Desktop).

2. From the File menu select “Connection Settings”.

3. “Un-tick” the “Allow serial cable or infrared connection to this COM port” box, if already

ticked. If not required, the Ethernet box should be “Un-ticked”.

4. ‘OK’ the Connection Settings window, and ‘Close’ the ActiveSync window.

5. Remember to “re-tick” the serial cable connection box after use if it is needed for other

applications.

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Laser Default Pixel

Image Window

2.5.2.2 Control Panel

The Controls in the control panel are as follows:

• Sensitivity – see below for explanation.

• Range – see below for explanation.

• Resolution – sets the level of interpolation from 16 X 16 up to 128 X 128.

• Colour map – sets the display in greyscale, red-blue or blue-green.

• Orientation – the image can be rotated around to different orientations.

• Temperature Graph time scale – sets the temperature graph range.

• Ambient – set the ambient temperature.

• Emissivity – select a value to suit the object under examination, see Note 3

in Section 3.1.

• Calibration Set – The calibration file is displayed in this box.

• Temperature units – choose

o

Celsius, oFahrenheit or Kelvin.

• Integration – sets the number of frames to integrate, up to ten maximum.

Figure 12: Thermal Imager launch window

Adjusting the displayed Thermal Image:

• The sensitivity and range can be automatically adjusted for a single image by

clicking on the ‘Single Auto Gain’ button. For continuous automatic adjustment
the ‘Continuous Auto Gain’ button should be selected, this button is on the tool
bar, see Figure 13.

• To use the manual controls whilst imaging live, it is necessary to first toggle off

the ‘Continuous Auto Gain’ button. The horizontal scroll bars can be used to
manually adjust the displayed image’s sensitivity and range.

• The ‘Sensitivity’ number indicates how many degrees span the image from

black (cold) to white (hot). The range numbers represent the upper and lower
values of temperature from black (cold) to white (hot).

Temperature
Display
Window

Selected
Temperature
Range

Status Box

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2.5.2.3 Menus

Figure 13: Thermal Imager Tool Bar

The File menu allows the following:

• New – opens a new imager window, which may be set up to run under its
own set of controls.

• Open… – opens a previously stored image.

• Close – closes the current window.

• Save – saves the current window as a scene data file.

• Save As… – saves the current window as a new scene data file.

• MS Excel output… – saves data in CSV format from the temperature/time

graph ready for use in a spreadsheet. Output of either the selected pixel(s)
or all pixels can be saved to MS Excel at a suitable up date interval.

• Snapshot n – A list of previously saved snapshots.

• Exit – Exits program.

The Edit menu allows the following:

• Copy (Ctrl C) – takes a copy of the image, it can then be pasted into
another document e.g. MS Word.

• Copy to bitmap – copies image to a ‘.bmp’ file.

• Snapshot – takes a snapshot of the image and saves it as a scene data file.

The View menu allows the following:

• Toolbar - Turn the Tool Bar on and off.

• Status Bar - Turn the Status Bar on and off.

• Control Panel - Turn the Control Panel on and off.

• Temperature Graph - Turn the Temperature Graph on and off.

The Tools menu allows access to:

• Emissivity editor – allows the editing of the emissivity tables.

• Colour map editor –allows the editing of the colour map editor.

• Edit Label – allows the editing of the labels for saving the images.

The Window menu allows access to the running windows and allows the user to
control how they are displayed. The options available are:

• Cascade. – Cascades all open images

• Tile. – Displays all open images simultaneously.

• Arrange Icons. – arranges the Icons of minimised windows.

The About menu displays information about the program, including the software
version number.

Take
Snapshot

Edit
Emissivities

Edit Colour
Map

Toggle
Temperature
Graph

Toggle
Controls

Continuous
Auto Gain

Single
Auto Gain

Live
Display

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2.5.2.4 Producing a Temperature Graph (live imaging):

• Use the ‘temperature graph toggle’ on the Tool Bar, or select Temperature
Graph from the View menu. See Figure 13 for more information on the Tool
Bar.

• The displayed window layout with temperature graph will look like Figure 14.

• The time axis of the graph can be adjusted by selecting values from the

“Temperature Graph time scale” function in the controls window.

Figure 14: Image display, control panel and temperature graph.

The window may be re-sized to optimise viewing of the display and status display.

Temperature measurement cursors can be added (and removed) from the image by
“double clicking” the mouse cursor over the desired part of the image. Up to 10
cursors can be selected and each one is displayed in a different colour. To read the
temperature of a cursor, use the mouse to click on the corresponding oval colour as
displayed in the “temperature display window”, see Figure 14. The temperature
graph plots will also be displayed in the same colour as the selected cursors.

2.5.2.5 Use of PC software with no Thermal Imager connected

The software may be used to examine stored snapshots without the imager connected.
When the program is launched, the image window should be closed. From the File
menu, select “Open” and a list of saved ‘.snp’ files will be available from the last folder
saved to.

Select the required ‘.snp’ file and the image will be presented in a window with all the
status data from when the scene data was recorded. The information in the image
window may be manipulated as for live images, except that a temperature graph will
not be available, integration of multiple images will not be possible and the continuous
auto gain function is not required.

Temperature
graph

Control Panel

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3 Operating notes and precautions

3.1 Temperature measurement

The following should be noted when using the instrument as a temperature indicator:

1. The indicated temperature value is derived from a calibration obtained when

the instrument is in a thermally stable environment. If the instrument is not
thermally stabilised, there may be an error in the indicated temperature.
Thermal stabilisation may take a few minutes – a period of 2 minutes or
longer may be necessary.

2. The calibrated temperature output is the figure in the temperature box; the

temperature scale and display colours are indicators only.

3. Caution should be observed in using the emissivity control – the user should

explore the effect on the observed temperature of an object when different
emissivities are selected. Figures associated with particular materials are
supplied as a guide only.
Low values of emissivity should be used only with extreme caution as large
errors in temperature readings may be obtained with only small errors in
emissivity.

4. Only the central 12 x 12 elements should be used for temperature

measurements. The camera should be positioned so that the item of
interest appears within this area of the display.

 Caution: Do not adjust the lens focus. The lens is fixed focus and factory

set.

3.2 General

The lens and associated holder is not user adjustable. The focal point of the imager has
been set at manufacture according to specification. IRISYS will not be held responsible
for any internal damage should this mount be altered. Behind the lens is the
accurately positioned chopper blade.

4 Optional Accessories

4.1 IRI 1011 Handle

The IRI 1011 Handle is for use with the IRISYS Universal Thermal Imager, allowing
easy one handed operation of the unit. The imager is attached neatly to the front of
the handle, whilst a ‘Pocket PC’ or Palm is securely fixed onto the back of the handle.
The handle is designed to accept the most commonly used ‘Pocket PC’ and Palm
models with the IRI 1011 imager.

The serial synchronization cable, which is used for connecting the imager to the ‘Pocket
PC’/Palm, can be neatly concealed within the handle grip.

4.1.1 Mounting the imager and Pocket PC onto the Handle.

The following is a step-by-step guide to mounting the IRI 1011 imager and a ‘Pocket
PC’ or Palm onto the handle: Please note that if a Palm is used the hooks and cable
cover need changing over. See section 4.1.2.

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1) Squeeze the handle grip on both sides just 2) Open up the handle grip.

below the fastening clips.

3) Un-clip the cable connector cover. 4) Detach the cover and put it to one side.

5) Connect the serial synchronization cable into 6) Thread the other end of the cable from the
the ‘Pocket PC’. back of the handle.

Front View

Back View

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7) Pull the cable through the handle so that the 8) Pull the spring loaded clip up, so that the
‘Pocket PC’ can sit on the back of the handle. ‘Pocket PC’ can be fitted into position.

9) NOTE: The clip can be rotated to 10) Example: with the clip around the wrong
accommodate different Pocket PC models. way it may cover the Pocket PC power button.

11) Example: with the clip around the correct 12a) Note the locators near the bottom of
way the Pocket PC power button is not covered. pocket PC at both ends.

12b) Slide the cable cover put aside earlier in 12c) The bottom end of the cable cover is then
between the locators. slotted into the handle.

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13) Remove the RS232 connector cover from the 14) Plug in the free end of the serial
thermal imager. synchronization connector into the imager.

15) Replace the RS232 connector cover. 16) Line up the holes on the back of the imager
with the pegs on the handle.

17) Push the imager down onto the pegs, so 18) Coil up the serial synchronization cable, so
that it locks down into position. that it will fit into the handle grip.

19) Push the coiled up cable into the handle 20) Close the handle grip, so that it clicks back
grip. into position.

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21) An optional lanyard may be added to the 22) This makes using the imager very simple
bottom of the handle, making it easier to carry. for many applications!

4.1.2 Preparing the Handle for use with a Palm PC.

Pocket PC Palm

Cable cover Cable cover

1) Pocket PC Palm 2) Remove the Pocket PC hooks by unscrewing

Hooks Hooks the two screws from the front of the handle

3) Turn the handle over and remove the Pocket 4) Fasten the Palm hooks by screwing back

PC hooks and replace with the Palm Hooks. the two screws at the front of the handle.

.

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4.1.3 Removing the Imager from the Handle.

1) Locate the release lever. 2) Press the release lever down.

3) Keeping the release lever pressed down remove the imager from the handle.

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5 Customer Feedback

If you have had any technical issues or feedback with regard to your IRI 1011
Universal Thermal Imager, please complete the details below and send it back to
IRISYS at the address on the front page of this manual.

Name:

Company Name and address:

Contact Details:

IRI 1011 Thermal Imager Serial Number:

(This can be found printed on the label near RS232 port)

‘Pocket PC’/Palm and PC Software Version installed:

Software version number can be found whilst software is running from:
PC – Toolbar/About/About Thermal Imager
Pocket PC – Tools Menu/Bottom right corner
Palm – Thermal Imager 1011 (top of display)/About

Description of Technical Fault:

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