MTP 1320 Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Infrared Video Thermometer

Model MTP 1320

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Table of Content

1.

Introduction

Page 1

2.

Features

Page 1

3.

Specifications

Page 2

4.

Front panel and button description

Page 3

5.

Menu overview

Page 4

5.1

Measurement modes

Page 4

5.2

CAM mode

Page 5

5.2.1

Capturing picture function

Page 5

5.2.2

Capturing video function

Page 6

5.3

IR mode (only)

Page 6

5.4

Dew point temperature mode

Page 6

5.5

Datalogging mode

Page 7

5.6

Gallery (view stored pictures, videos and logs)

Page 8

5.7

Settings

Page 8

5.7.1

Setting the date and time

Page 9

5.7.2

Setting the temperature units

Page 10

5.7.3

Setting the language

Page 10

5.7.4

Setting the font color

Page 10

5.7.5

Setting the cursor style

Page 11

5.7.6

Setting the backlight brightness

Page 11

5.7.7

Setting the auto power off time

Page 11

5.7.8

Setting the screen timeout

Page 12

5.7.9

Enable/disable key press alert

Page 12

5.7.10

Memory status

Page 12

5.7.11

Factory default setting

Page 13

6.

Measurement settings

Page 13

6.1

Emissivity setting

Page 14

6.2

Enable/disable high alarm and set value

Page 14

6.3

Enable/disable low alarm and set value

Page 14

6.4

Laser

Page 15

6.5

Auto mode (measure lock)

Page 15

6.6

Max/Min IR temperature

Page 15

6.7

Average/differential IR temperature

Page 15

6.8

Ambient temperature / %RH

Page 16

6.9

Dew point and wet bulb

Page 16

6.10

Type K thermocouple input

Page 16

7.

Notes

Page 16

8.

Emissivity values

Page 17

9.

Maintenance

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1) Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the IR Video Thermometer, model MTP 1320 which is
capable of non-contact (infrared) temperature measurements with visual camera at the
touch of a button. The built-in laser pointer increases target accuracy while the
backlight LCD and handy push-buttons combine for convenient, ergonomic
operation.

The IR video thermometer can be used to measure the surface temperature of objects
that are impractical to be measured by a traditional (contact) thermometer (such as
moving objects, a surface with a live electrical current or objects that are out of
reach).

Proper use and care of this meter will provide years of reliable service.

Please read this instruction manual carefully before using the instrument.

2) Features

 2.2 TFT LCD display
 640 x 480 pixels (30 millions pixels)
 Micro SD memory card
 Image (JPEG) and video (AVI)
 Humidity and Air temperature
 Dual laser targeting
 Type K thermocouple probe
 Ajustable emissivity
 High accuracy
 Fast response time
 Dew Point temperature and Wet Bulb temperature

ATTENTION
Laser Radiation
Do not stare into beam
1mW output at 675nm
Class II Laser Product

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Distance and Spot Size

As the distance (D) from the object increases, the spot size (S) of the area measured by
the unit becomes larger. The relationship between distance and spot size for each unit is
listed below. The focal point for each unit is 914 mm (36). The spot sizes indicate 90%
of encircled energy.

3) Specifications
IR temperature measurement
Measurement range : -50 to 1000°C (-58 to 1832°F)
D:S 50 :1
Accuracy: ±1%±1ºC (1.8ºF) 20 to 500ºC (68 to 932ºF)

1.5% 500 to 1000ºC (932 to 1832ºF)

3.5C (6.3F) -50 to 20ºC (-58 to 68ºF)

Resolution : 0.1°C (0.1°F) 1000
1°C (1°F) 1000
Repeatability: 1.5ºC (2.7ºF) -50 to 20ºC (-58 to 68ºF)

0.5% or 0.5ºC (0.09ºF) 20 to 1000ºC (68 to 1832ºF)

Response time : 150ms
Spectral range : 8 ~ 14μm
Emissivity : réglable 0.10 à 1.00

Type-K temperature measurement
Measurement range : -50 to 1370°C (-58 to 1832°F)
Resolution : 0.1°C (0.1°F) 1000°C

1°C (1°F) 1000°C

Air temperature and Relative Humidity measure
Air temperature range : 0 à 50°C (32 to 122°F)
Dew point temp. range : 0 à 50°C (32 to 122°F)
Relative humidity range : 0 à 100% HR

Operating temperature : 0 à 50°C (32 to 122°F)
Storage temperature : -10 à 60°C (14 to 140°F)
Relative humidity : 10 à 90% HR sans condensation
Display : 2,2 320 x 240 colour LCD

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Power
Battery
Battery life : Approx. 4 hours continuous use
Battery charge time : Approx. 2 hours with AC adapter or USB connection
Size : 205mm x 62mm x 155mm
Weight : 410 g

4) Front Panel and Button Description

1) LCD display

2) Buttons

3) Battery cover

4) Measurement trigger

5) Retractable lens cover

6) Visual camera

7) Laser

8) IR sensor

9) Type-K thermocouple socket

10) USB computer interface socket

11) Micro SD card port

12) Battery

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Description of buttons

Mode

Description

CAM mode

Meter measures the IR temperature, air
temperature and air humidy with camera

IR mode

Meter measures the IR temperature, very fast
response time

Dew Point mode

Meter measures the IR temperature and dew
point temperature

Datalog mode

Datalogging

Galery mode

Display picture/datalog and video

Settings

Setting parameters

1) Up () or Picture button

2) ESC button

3) Down () or Video button

4) ENTER

 (MODE) button

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5. Menu overview
Power ON or power OFF

 Press and hold ESC button to switch the instrument ON.
 Press and hold ESC button to switch the unit OFF.

5.1 Measurement Modes

The IR video thermometer has six measurement modes. When the meter is switched

ON, the rst screen that appears is the mode selection screen. Use the  and 

buttons to select the desired mode and then press the ENTER button to access the
mode.

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Symbols

Symbol

Description

Symbol

Description

CAM mode

High alarm

IR mode

High alarm triggering

Dew point mode

Low alarm

Laser

Low alarm triggering

Scanner

Hold

5.2 CAM Mode

In CAM mode , the meter can measure the IR temperature, air temperature, air humidity,
dew point temperature and wet bulb temperature with camera. The IR maximum (MAX)
temperature, IR minimum (MIN) temperature, IR differential (DIF) temperature and the
IR average (AVG) temperature can also be displayed. Press and hold trigger to measure
the temperature. This mode can take picture and video.

5.2.1 Capturing picture function

In CAM mode, press the  button to enter the picture taking mode and then press
SAVE with the  button to save picture or press CANCEL to cancel picture.

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5.2.2 Capturing video function

In CAM mode, press the  button to enter video taking mode, then press START
with the  button to take video, or press ESC button to escape.

Use the  button to stop video.

5.3 IR Mode

In the IR mode, the meter can measure IR temperature, air temperature, air
humidity, dew point temperature and wet bulb temperature but without the video
camera capabilities. The IR maximum (MAX) temperature, IR minimum (MIN)
temperature, IR differential (DIF) temperature and the IR average (AVG)
temperature can also be displayed. Press and hold trigger to measure the
temperature.

5.4 Dew point temperature Mode

In the dew point temperature mode, the meter displays the dew point temperature
measurement along with the IR temperature value. Press and hold the trigger to take
a measurement.

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In the dew point mode, the percentage bargraph indicates how close the IR
temperature is to the dew point temperature. At 100% the two values are identical.

5.5 Datalogging Mode

In the datalogging mode, first set parameters for high alarm value, low alarm value,
interval time and the line color. Once configured, press the trigger to start logging.
The unit will automatically record data. Press the ESC button to exit the

DATALOG mode, the meter will automatically save the data to a file.

Set the datalogger parameters

Set the high alarm value

From the datalogger screen, use the arrow
parameter and then press the ENTER button. Use the  and  buttons to adjust
the alarm value, then press the ENTER button to confirm.

Set the low alarm value

From the datalogger screen, use the arrow keys to select LOW alarm value
parameter and then press the ENTER
alarm value, then press the ENTER button to confirm.

Set the interval time for the datalogger

From the datalogger screen, use the arrow keys to select the interval TIME
parameter and then press the ENTER button. Use the  and  b uttons to adjust
the time value and then press the ENTER button to confirm.

Set the line color

From the datalogger screen, use the arrow keys to select the COLOR parameter and
then press the ENTER button. Use the  and  buttons to select a line color and
then press the ENTER button to confirm.

button. Use the  and  buttons to adjust the

keys to select the HIGH alarm value

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5.6 View stored pictures, videos and logs (GALLERY)

Item

Description

Pictures

Display the saved pictures

Videos

Play the saved videos

Logs

Display the data logs and view

 Press the  and  buttons to select one of the sub-menus

(picture, video, log) and

then press ENTER button.

 In the picture, video or log mode, press the ENTER button to view picture, play

video or view log. Then press the ENTER and the button to delete or press the 
button to cancel.

5.7 Settings

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Item

Description

Date/Time

Set the current date and time

Units (°C/°F)

Select the temperature unit of measure

Language

Select language

Font color

Select font color

Cursor

Switch the cursor ON or OFF

Backlight

Backlight brightness adjustment

Auto power off

Set the auto power off time period

Screen timeout

Set the screen auto off time period

Key press alert

Enable or disable the key press alert

Memory status

Display the memory and SD card capacity

Factory setting

Restore factory settings

Press the  and  buttons to select an item and then press the ENTER button to access
it.

5.7.1 Setting the Date and Time

Use the ENTER button to scroll to the desired digit and then use the  and 
buttons to change the digit. Use the ESC button to exit this mode and save the
date and time.

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5.7.2 Setting the Temperature Units (°C / °F)

Use the  and  buttons to select the desired unit of measure, press the ESC

button to exit and save.

5.7.3 Setting the Language

Press the  and  to select the language, press ESC button to exit and save.

5.7.4 Setting the Font Color

Press the  and  buttons to select the color, press the ESC button to exit and
save.

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5.7.5 Setting the Cursor Style

Use the  and  buttons to select the cursor style ( off, cross or circle), press the
ESC button to exit and save.

5.7.6 Setting the Backlight Brightness

Use the  and  buttons to select the backlight brightness level in %, press the
ESC button to exit and save.

5.7.7 Setting the Auto Power Off Time

Use the  and  buttons to disable or select an auto power off time, press ESC
button to exit and save.

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5.7.8 Setting the Screen Timeout

Use the  and  buttons to disable or select a screen auto o time, press the

ESC button to exit and save.

5.7.9 Enable/Disable Key Press Alert

Use the  and  buttons to enable or disable the key press alert feature, press the

ESC button to exit and save.

5.7.10 Memory Status

Use the  and  buttons to select the memory (internal ash or SD card). Press the

ESC button to exit and save. If an SD card is inserted in the meter, the SD card will be
selected by default. Press the ENTER button to format the internal flash or SD card.
Press the  button to cancel the formatting, and press the  button to conrm the
format.

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5.7.11 Factory Default Setting

Item

Description

Emissivity set

Set the emissivity

High alarm

Set the high alarm ON/OFF and set the alarm limit

Low alarm

Set the low alarm ON/OFF and set the alarm limit

Laser

Enable or disable the laser pointer

Auto mode

Lock to continue measurement

MAX/MIN

Display the highest (MAX) or lowest (MIN) IR temperature

AVG/DIF

Display average temperature or differential IR temperature

Ambient TEMP/% RH

Display the air temperature and relative humidity

Dew point/Wet bulb

Display the dew point and wet bulb temperature

Type K

Enable or disable the type K contact thermocouple input

Use the  and  buttons to select either YES (return to the factory default
settings) or NO (cancel). Press the ESC button to exit and save.

6. Measurement Settings

On any mode, press the ENTER button to access into the menu measurement
settings

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6.1 Emissivity Setting

Use the arrow buttons to highlight an emissivity setting and then press ENTER to
choose it. Select emissivity by description (concrete, glass, etc.) or select  = 0.94
to set the emissivity manually using the arrow buttons. Press the ESC button to
exit and save.

6.2 High Alarm

Use the  and  buttons to enable or disable the alarm. If the high alarm is
enabled, press the ENTER button and then use the  and  buttons to adjust the
value. Press the ENTER button to confirm and then press the ESC button to exit
and save.

6.3 Low Alarm

Use the  and  buttons to enable or disable the alarm. If the low alarm is
enabled, press the ENTER button and then use the  and  buttons to adjust the
value. Press the ENTER button to confirm and then press ESC button to exit and

save.

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6.4 Laser

Use the  and  buttons to enable or disable the laser pointer, press the ESC
button to exit and save.

6.5 Auto Mode (Measure Lock)

Use the  and  buttons to enable or disable auto mode, press the ESC buttons

to exit and save.
If auto mode is enabled and the ESC button is then pressed, the meter will enter
the Measure Lock mode, where measurements will be made automatically.
To cancel the Measure Lock mode, press the ENTER button and then press the

UP button. Use the DOWN button to switch the laser ON or OFF.

6.6 Max/Min

Use the  and  buttons to set the MAX/MIN mode ON or OFF. The
MAX/MIN mode displays the

Press the ESC button to exit and save.

highest (MAX) and lowest (MIN) IR temperature.

6.7 Average/Dif

Use the  and  buttons to switch ON or OFF the average or differential IR

temperature. Press the ESC button to exit and save.

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6.8 Ambient TEMP/% RH

Use the  and  buttons to switch the air temperature and relative humidity
display ON or OFF. Press the ESC button to exit and save.

6.9 Dew Point/ Wet Bulb Temperature

Use the  and  buttons to switch the dew point and wet bulb temperature ON
or OFF. Press the ESC button to exit and save.

6.10 Type K

Use the  and  buttons to enable or disable the Type K contact thermocouple
input. Press the ESC button to exit and save.
Note : If a Type-K probe is inserted into the meter’s thermocouple jack,
Enable will be selected by default. Select the Disable

LCD from displaying Type-K temperature.

 setting to prohibit the

7. Notes

 How it works

Infrared thermometers measure the surface temperature of an object. The unit’s
optics sense emitted, reflected and transmitted energy which is collected and focused

onto a detector. The unit’s electronics translate the information into a temperature

reading, which is displayed on the unit. In units with a laser, the laser is used for
aiming purposes only.

 Field of view

Make sure that the target is larger than the unit’s spot size. The smaller the target is,
the closer you should be to it. When accuracy is c
least twice as large as the spot size.

ritical, make sure the target is at

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 Distance and spot size

Substance

Thermal Emissivity

Substance

Thermal Emissivity

Asphalt

0.90 à 0.98

Cloth (black)

0.98

Concrete

0.94

Human skin

0.98

Cement

0.96

Leather

0.75 à 0.80

Sand

0.90

Charcoal (powder)

0.96

Earth

0.92 à 0.96

Lacquer

0.80 à 0.95

Water

0.92 à 0.96

Lacquer (matt)

0.97

Ice

0.96 à 0.98

Rubber (black)

0.94

Snow

0.83

Plastic

0.85 è 0.95

Glass

0.90 à 0.95

Wood

0.90

Ceramic

0.90 à0.94

Paper

0.70 à 0.94

Marble

0.94

Chromium oxides

0.81

Plaster

0.80 à 0.90

Copper oxides

0.78

Mortar

0.89 à 0.91

Iron oxides

0.78 à 0.82

Brick

0.93 à 0.96

Textiles

0.90

As the distance (D) from the object increases, the spot size (S) of the area measured
by the unit, becomes larger. (See Fig. 1 on page 2).

 Locating a hot spot

To find a hot spot, aim the thermometer outside the area of interest, then scan across
with an up and down motion until you locate the hot spot.

 Reminders

a. Do not use the unit to measure shiny or polished metal surfaces (stainless steel,

aluminum, etc.). (See Emissivity).

b. The unit cannot measure through transparent surfaces such as glass. It will measure

the surface temperature of the glass instead.

c. Steam, dust smoke, etc, can obscure measurements.

 Emissivity

Emissivity is a term used to describe the energy emitting characteristics of materials.
Most (90% of typical applications) organic materials and painted or oxidized surfaces
have an emissivity of 0.95 (pre-set in the unit). Inaccurate readings will result from
measuring shiny or polished metal surfaces. To compensate, cover the surface to be
measured with masking tape or flat paint. Allow time for the tape to reach the same
temperature as the material underneath it. Measure the temperature of the tape or
painted surface.

8. Emissivity Values

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9. Maintenance

MTP Instruments warrants this instrument to be free of defects in parts and

liability is limited to repair or replacement of the product.

 Repairs or service are not covered in this manual and should only be carried out by a

qualified trained technician.

 Periodically wipe the body with a dry cloth. Do not use abrasives or solvents on this

instrument.

MTP WARRANTY

workmanship for one (1) year from date of shipment. This warranty does not apply to
defects resulting from action of the user such as misuse, improper wiring, operation
outside of specification, improper maintenance or repair, or unauthorized
modification. MTP Instruments specifically disclaims any implied warranties or
merchantability or fitness for a specific purpose and will not be held liable for any
direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages. MTP Instruments total

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