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INTRODUCTORY NOTE

This user’s guide contains operating instructions, as well as a description of the principles of operation, of the
OSP Series portable IR thermometers.
This information covers all models of the instrument, including the basic equipment and its options and
accessories.
This manual is a complete “USER GUID E”, providing st ep-by-step i nstructio ns to operate th e instrum ent in
each of its designed functions.

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OSP portable IR thermometers use sophisticated analogic and digital technologies. Any maintenance
operation must be carried out by qualified personne l
any support requirements.
When Ni-MH rechargea ble batteries are ordered, th e unit can be powered also by 115V
supply using the special power supply module provided.
OSP is fully tested in conformity with the directive n°89/336/CEE Electromagnetic Compatibility. OMEGA
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consequential damages, in connection with, or arising out of the use of this guide.

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Warnings and Cautions – refer to section 8.1

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION...................................................................................................................6

1.1 Instrument codes..............................................................................................................................................7

1.2 Specifications ...................................................................................................................................................8

2 GENERAL FEATURES ........................................................................................................................9

2.1 General.............................................................................................................................................................9

2.2 Optical System .................................................................................................................................................9

2.3 Target pinpointing.............................................................................................................................................9

2.4 Taking measurements......................................................................................................................................9

2.5 Keyboard ........................................................................................................................................................10

2.6 Display............................................................................................................................................................10

2.7 Digital Interface...............................................................................................................................................10

2.8 Self calibration................................................................................................................................................10

2.9 Thermocouple Input........................................................................................................................................10

2.10 Analog Output ................................................................................................................................................10

2.11 Logging Mode.................................................................................................................................................11

2.12 Calculated Measurements..............................................................................................................................11

2.13 Case ...............................................................................................................................................................11

2.14 Logging Data Manager...................................................................................................................................11

3 PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................................12

4 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION ...........................................................................................................13

4.1 Power supply..................................................................................................................................................13

4.2 Keyboard ........................................................................................................................................................13

4.3 Microcontroller................................................................................................................................................14

4.4 Firmware ........................................................................................................................................................14

4.5 Display............................................................................................................................................................14

4.6 Battery charger...............................................................................................................................................14

4.7 Digital interface...............................................................................................................................................14

5 UNPACKING ......................................................................................................................................15

6 PRE-OPERATIONAL CHECK ...........................................................................................................16

7 POWER SUPPLY...............................................................................................................................17

7.1 Rechargeable batteries ..................................................................................................................................17

7.1.1 How to maximize the life span of the battery .............................................................................................17

7.2 Power supply with alkaline batteries...............................................................................................................17

7.3 Power supply from main line AC.....................................................................................................................17

8 WARNINGS & CAUTIONS.................................................................................................................18

8.1 Laser Sight .....................................................................................................................................................18

8.2 Analogue input................................................................................................................................................18

8.3 Danger and Certification Labels .....................................................................................................................18

9 OPERATIONS ....................................................................................................................................20

9.1 Quick Start......................................................................................................................................................20

9.2 How to Operate the instrument.......................................................................................................................20

9.3 Hold ................................................................................................................................................................21

9.4 Laser sighting .................................................................................................................................................21

9.5 Unstable temperature measurement ..............................................................................................................22

9.6 Alarm settings.................................................................................................................................................23

9.7 Thermocouple input........................................................................................................................................24

9.8 Minimum, maximum, average and difference indication.................................................................................25

9.9 Automatic Emissivity Setting ..........................................................................................................................26

10 CONFIGURATION..............................................................................................................................27

10.1 Technical Unit selection..................................................................................................................................27

10.2 Thermocouple input enabled ..........................................................................................................................27

10.3 Temperature Scale selection..........................................................................................................................27

10.4 Date & Real Time clock setting ......................................................................................................................28

10.5 Acquisition settings.........................................................................................................................................28

10.6 Buzzer On/Off.................................................................................................................................................29

10.7 OSP 500/800 decimal point selection.............................................................................................................29

10.8 Ambient Temperature Compensation (TAM)..................................................................................................29

10.9 Firmware revision number..............................................................................................................................30

10.10 Instrument serial number...........................................................................................................................30

10.11 Battery level of charge ...............................................................................................................................31

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11 DATA ACQUISITION OPERATIVE MODE........................................................................................32

11.1 How to operate in data acquisition mode........................................................................................................32

11.2 Recall stored data...........................................................................................................................................34

12 LOGGING DATA MANAGER ............................................................................................................35

12.1 Installation ......................................................................................................................................................35

12.2 Program Architecture.................................................................................................................................35

12.2.1 Toolbars.....................................................................................................................................................37

12.3 Quick starting .................................................................................................................................................38

13 OPTIONS & ACCESSORIES .............................................................................................................42

13.1 Printer operations ...........................................................................................................................................42

13.2 Sighting telescope system..............................................................................................................................42

13.3 Red Point pinpointing system .........................................................................................................................43

14 APPLICATION NOTES ......................................................................................................................45

14.1 Infrared energy ...............................................................................................................................................45

14.2 Applications ....................................................................................................................................................45

14.3 Emissivity...................................................................................................................................................45

14.4 Reflected energy compensation.....................................................................................................................45

15 DIGITAL INTERFACE........................................................................................................................46

15.1 Digital output wiring practice...........................................................................................................................46

15.2 TTL to RS 232 adapter...................................................................................................................................46

15.3 Communication protocol.................................................................................................................................47

15.3.1 Computer data request from OSP to PC ...................................................................................................47

15.3.2 Computer data setting from PC to OSP.....................................................................................................49

15.3.3 Communication programs..........................................................................................................................50

16 MAINTENANCE..................................................................................................................................52

16.1 Faulty operating conditions.............................................................................................................................52

16.2 Storage...........................................................................................................................................................52

APPENDIX.......................................................................................................................................................53

A1 How to determine an object emissivity ...........................................................................................................54

A1.1 Typical Emissivity Values ..........................................................................................................................54

A1.2 Metals - Typical Emissivity Values.............................................................................................................55

A1.3 Non-metals - Typical Emissivity Values .....................................................................................................56

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1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Portable infrared thermometers measure surface temperature without touching the surface. They collect the infrared
energy radiated by a target and compute its surface temperature.

OMEGA OSP Series

enable the monitoring of operating temperatures of mechanical and electrical plants or production equipment without
removing the equipment from the service.
Any temperature variation noticeable in whatever kind of system device should show critical overheating conditions
which may cause malfunctioning to the device itself.
They are also useful to measure product temperatures during manufacturing, to spot problems before they reduce quality
or cause production downtime.
Their principle of operation is very simple, the instrument determines the temperature of an object by measuring the
amount of radiant energy emitted by it.
The detector, installed on each
amount of energy received, and therefore is a function of the temperature of the target. By sampling and manipulating
the output of the detector, the microcontroller-based electronics can display the temperature and the related computed
values such as maximum, minimum, average, and difference temperatures seen during the measurement. The same
information can also be stored and processed via Personal Computer (using electronic spreadsheets e.g. Lotus, Excel,
Paradox, etc.). The displayed value can be printed out directly into an external printer supplied on request.
Thanks to its advanced optical system and electronics,
operate in critical ambient conditions.
To take measurements by using
trigger can be locked on if desired. For more distant targets, hold the unit at arm length and use the sighting notch and
post to aim. This will give a parallel and offset sighting. Also Laser beam is available for sighting target.
Temperature information as well as auxiliary parameter pieces of information are shown on the high contrast liquid
crystal display (LCD).
The case, made in shock-resistant ABS + polycarbonate, is ergonomically designed for an easy practical use.
The instrument is powered by a group of four alkaline or Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (AA type); an external battery
charger module is supplied as a standard accessory.

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portable IR thermometers have been developed using the most advanced microcontroller technique to provide high
accuracy on extended ranges and a powerful operating flexibility.
The calibration uses computerized procedures and the relevant calibration data are memory stored to ensure high
accuracy.

are portable infrared temperature devices designed to ease maintenance operations. They also

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unit, responds by producing a voltage signal which is directly proportional to the

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can be very useful for objects 5mm and larger and can

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thermometers just pull the trigger and then point at the target to be measured. The

General features
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non contact infrared thermometers are designed to simplify temperature measurements at distance from a target
and to identify hot spots, which normally means anomalous operative conditions avoiding costly downtime or processing
problems that lead to rejected products. There is no need to focus as required by photographic equipment. Accurate
measurements result if

Innovative design

This new line of portable instruments represents the most versatile and powerful infrared temperature system.
The most appropriate aiming system at the application can be selected with a twin laser pinpointing or with a combination
of twin lasers and telescope or red point for true universal applications.
An on board data logger is available to store up to 500 data points, an analogue output can drive directly a recorder or a
controller, The real-time temperature can be displayed together with the Maximum, Minimum, Difference and Average
values.
Each model incorporates the following :

• high quality optical system

• high sensitivity infrared radiation detector

• auxiliary input for thermocouple type K and S

• microcontroller circuit

• high contrast LCD display with backlight device

• extended life traditional microswitch keyboard

• four alkaline or rechargeable Ni-MH type AA batteries

• external module for battery charge and/or line operation

• analogue output

• digital interface

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field of view diameter is smaller than the target.

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1.1 Instrument codes

To Order

Model No. Temperature

Range

OSP500-(*)
OSP800-(*)
OSP1000-(*)
OSP1300-(*)
OSP1600-(*)
OSP2000-(*)

* Insert suffix codes B and C and D from options chart above
** See Target spot size diagram

Note

: all accessories and options must be specified at time of order.

Each Pyrometer supplied with

–30 °C to +930 °C

-20°F to +1706°F

–30 °C to +930 °C

-20°F to +1610°F

–30 °C to +1000 °C

-20°F to +1830°F

+300 °C to +1300 °C

+570°F to 2370°F

+600 °C to +1600 °C

+1120°F to 2900°F

+600 °C to +2000 °C

+1120°F to +3630°F

: Alkaline battery, laser, operators manual, and calibration report

Options
Suffix Code Description OSP500 OSP800 OSP1000 OSP1300 OSP1600 OSP2000

-B0

-B1

-C1

-C2

-C3

-C4

-D1

-D2

-D3

-D6

-D7

-D8

-D9

-DA

Alkaline battery std std std std std std
Rechargeable Battery Opt Opt Opt Opt Opt Opt
Single Laser Std No No No No No
Twin crossed Lasers No Std Std Std Std Std
Twin normal Lasers No Std Std std Std Std
Single Laser with Circle Std No No No No No
Vinyl Case Std Std No std Std No
Aluminum Case Opt Opt Std Opt Opt Std
Memory+Software+RS232 Cable Opt Opt Std Opt Opt Std
Sighting telescope No No Opt Opt Opt Opt
Red Point No No No Opt Opt Opt
Alarms Std Std Std std std Std
Analog Output Opt Std std std std Std
Aux Input for Tc K & S Opt std std std std Std
Report of Calibration std std std std std Std

No = Not available Std = Standard at no extra cost

Spectral

Response

8 to 14 µm

8 to 14 µm

8 to 14 µm

1.6 µm

1 µm

1 µm

Target Spot Size

@ Distance **

10mm @ 600mm

0.39 @ 24”

10mm @ 600mm

0.39 @ 24”

10mm @ 1000mm

0.39 @ 39.4”

6mm @ 1000mm

0.236 @ 39.4”

5mm @ 1000mm

0.20 @ 39.4”

5mm @ 1000mm

0.20 @ 39.4”

D/S Optical Ratio

60:1

60:1

100:1

167:1

200:1

200:1

Single laser
Single laser with circle
Twin crossed lasers
Twin normal lasers
Red Point
Sighting Telescope
Software

: General application, target center

: General application, target center plus target dimension with circle (short distance)

: General application, target dimension

(parallel): Long distance application over 5m (16’)

: High temperature over 1250°C 1x

: High temperature over 1250°C 2x tele

(D3): Includes memory up to 500 values. You can divide them by Tag (20 different). Each value includes

temperature value and date&time (built in real time clock). Tag name with 7 characters on instrument
display. Datalogging manual or automatic with sampling time from 1 to 999 sec. Windows 95 software to
download data to PC and cable. You can view, save, print, export to Excel and graph data.

U.S. and international Patents and Patents Pending.

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1.2 Specifications

Target dimensions at different distances

Nominal target diameter at 95% energy

• Temperature measuring ranges:

-30 to 2000°C (-22 to 3632°F)

•

Thermocouple measuring ranges:

type K :

-100°C to +1370°C (-148 to 2500°F) 0.1°C resolution

type S :

•

•

• Repeatability IR:

• Temperature stability IR:

•

•

•

•

• Emissivity:

•

•

• Calculated functions:

•

•

• Laser:

•

•

• Battery low level of charge:

• Line operation:

•

•

• Operating environment temperature range:

• Storage temperature range:

• Case:

• Dimensions:

•

0°C to +1760°C (-32 to 3200°F) 0.1°C resolution

Spectral response:

OSP 500, 800 & 1000 :
OSP 1300 :
OSP 1600 & 2000

Accuracy:

OSP 500, 800 & 1000:
OSP 1300, 1600 & 2000:

OSP 500, P800 & P1000 :
OSP 1300, P1600 & P2000:

for the band exceeding +18°C to +28°C:

Display:

High contrast custom LCD with backlight device

Display resolution:

1°C / °F / K (0.1°C/0.1°F in AVG mode up to 200°C)

Alarms:

Acoustic and visible

Measurement sampling time:

<300 ms

Adjustable from 0.10 to 1.00 in 0.01 steps

Analog output:

1 mV/ °C/ °F/ K

Digital interface:

full bi-directional TTL level port
Optional TTL to RS232 adapter

Hold, average, max, min, ∆T

Data memory:

500 input data structured by tag

Calibration:

self learning technique with automatic procedure

Wavelength
Maximum optical power
FDA Classification

Subchapter J

Safety classi fication
Beam diameter
Beam divergence
Laser indicator

Power supply:

alkaline or rechargeable type AA battery

Battery life:

16 h (with backlight off)

symbol on the LCD display

100, 115, 230 Vac through the external charger

Charger transformer insulation:

2500 V

Battery recharging time:

8 h at 90% (instrument switched off)

from -10°C to +55°C (-14 to 131°F)

from -30 °C to +60 °C (-22 to 140°F) without battery

Injection moulded ABS+ policarbonate

200 x 180 x 80 mm (7.87 x 7.09 x 3.15”)

Weights:

net 0.8 kg (1.76 lb); gross 1.5 kg (3.3 lb)

1.6 µm

: 650nm

: 3mm

: asterisk on display

8 - 14 µm

0.9 µm

±(1% of the reading +1°C/2°F)

±(0.5% of the reading +1°C/2°F)

±0.5% of the reading

±0.25% of the reading

±0.01% of f.s./°C

: <1mW

: Class II, Complies with 21CFR Chapter 1,

: Class 2

: <0.5mrad

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2 GENERAL FEATURES

2.1 General

Temperature measurements of a liquid or gaseous compound have been successfully made with thermoelectric or
expansion thermometers thanks to the good thermal exchange of the sensor with the fluid.
With solid bodies a good thermal exchange is difficult to be obtained and an additional measuring error should be
considered.
A direct contact measurement is impractical when the object being measured is moving, it cannot be touched with a
thermoelectric sensor because of electrical hazard or of other reasons.
A non-contact IR temperature measurement is the best solution to the above application problems.
Also other applications benefit because non-contact thermometers do not add or remove heat or disturb the process in
any way, and there is no wear and tare on the instrument.

2.2 Optical System

The optical system is equipped with a main objective to focus the infrared energy into the infrared detector through a
single lens, a filter and a field stop which defines the visual cone and therefore the target dimensions.
As the detector is placed in the focal point of the measurement portion of the optical system no focusing operations are
required.
A secondary, but extremely important objective, is the correct pinpointing of the target as described below.
The optical diagrams are shown in the previous specification section.

2.3 Target pinpointing

A correct aiming at the target is an important factor of a non-contact thermometer. The immediate evaluation of the
smallest measurable target area is also a positive key factor in many applications.
The following types of pinpointing are available :

• A “V” groove on the up side of the instrument can be used stretching the arm.

• Twin laser pointers to define, at distance, the measurable target dimensions. Two versions are available with crossing

or parallel twin lasers. The twin crossed lasers are suggested for target distance upper than 5 meters.

• Combination of twin lasers and direct telescope viewing for universal applications mainly required for a high distance

targets (more than 10 meters) and high temperature targets (more than 1000 °C) where laser spots are not visible .

• Combination of twin lasers and a red point pinpointing for universal applications mainly required for high temperature

target where laser spots are not visible

With a laser pinpointing the operation of the instrument is extremely simplified. You simply aim at the target and read the
temperature.
The installation procedures for telescope and red point pinpointing, please refers to the dedicated chapters.

2.4 Taking measurements

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portable thermometers are accurate, rugged and compact.
Its modern and practical design allows an easy handling and aiming, either at arm length or using a tripod mount, to
obtain current temperature value, average, minimum, maximum and difference temperature measurement values.
Its analogue to digital outputs allows a continuous documentation on a continuous trace recorder or on a serial printer.

Using the keyboard it is also possible to enable the instrument to measure one of the computed values in addition to the
actual temperature value measurement:

MAX maximum temperature recorded during current measurement
MIN minimum temperature recorded during current measurement
DIF difference between MAX and MlN
AVG average temperature for entire measurement
Tamb ambient temperature

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2.5 Keyboard

Traditional metal-click switches, with a working life of one million operations, are used to enter the operator’s instructions.
The contact closure of the keyboard keys is acknowledged, as a coded signal, directly by the microcontroller.

2.6 Display

The high contrast customised alphanumeric LCD display indicates the measured temperature value.
It is also used for operators’ messages, instrument configuration set-up, special operative modes, etc.
It is equipped with a backlight device to allow easy readings even in poor light conditions.

2.7 Digital Interface

A digital interface with TTL logic levels is available for communication with external units. A serial data port provides
communication capability at a logic level of 0-5 V (four wires: Tx, Rx, GND, Vcc).
A special software set enables the transfer of all the recorded data on a Personal Computer for further statistical
analysis.

2.8 Self calibration

The hardware-firmware design allows the automatic calibration of the instrument. The calibration procedure is protected
by a security code.

2.9 Thermocouple Input

To extend the operative capability the instrument is equipped with an auxiliary input for thermocouple.
This feature, when used with a calibrated thermocouple, can be used to obtain accurate temperature measurements
eliminating the problems of emissivity and the interfering light.
The thermocouple can be used to obtain an accurate temperature reading of the target material and then these data are
used to determine the compensation value for the actual emissivity, including the interfering light, within a range from

0.10 to 1.00.

2.10 Analog Output

An analog output (1 mV/°C/°F/K) is available to drive an external analog input device (eg. a potentiometric or hybrid
recorder) for long term trend profiling and tests.

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In this case the instrument can be powered directly from mains using the external power supply module supplied with the
thermometer.

2.11 Logging Mode

The instrument can be equipped with an internal memory to store up to 500 input data.
Two types of data acquisitions can be selected by the user.

Continuous acquisition

The operator can select the interval time between each acquisition and store progressively the input data in the Tag file
or can manually, step by step, give the acquisition instruction.

Acquisition by dedicated tag

Standard Agencies and Quality Auditors require the collection, organization and availability of traceability documents.
A supporting software is available to transfer a selection of plant inspections from a PC to the internal memory of the
instrument in order to simplify field check and select the appropriate tag number.
Dedicated input data are memory stored and downloaded into a PC to document the inspection activity.
Data can be saved on disks, viewed and printed in a numeric or graphic mode.

2.12 Calculated Measurements

For the measurement of unstable input signals by a progressive averaging with a programmable average weight. In
addition the operator can select average, minimum, maximum, Tmax -Tmin, differential.

2.13 Case

The case of the instrument is ergonomically designed for an easy hand held operation and transport.
The body is injection molded, shock-resistant, flame proof ABS+ polycarbonate.
A vinyl case with shoulder strap and an aluminum case for instrument + printer + accessories are available on request.

2.14 Logging Data Manager

LogMan software allows the OSP series users to set and prepare the infrared thermometers to acquire the data
organized by ‘Tag’. This software also allows to download data from Instrument on document (table) with date, time and
value. You can view table, save table, print table, export table in excel-txt-html and obtain graph. You can also manage
data coping, moving on other tables.

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3 PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION

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portable IR thermometers consist of a rugged, compact and self-extinguishing case ergonomically designed for an
easy practical use.
The instrument can be supplied either with a vinyl protective case with shoulder strap or with an aluminum case to
assure better protection against mechanical knocks or scratches.
The battery container is located on the lower part of the handle, and is accessible through a cover fastened by a metal
screw.

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4 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

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OSP series infrared portable thermometers block diagram is shown below:

Emitted IR energy

Detector

Analog
Output

Measuring

ob

ect

Optical system

•

Filter

•

Detector

•

Amplifier

•

A/D converter

•

Microcontroller

•

LCD display

•

Digital interface

•

Keyboard

•

Tc auxiliary input (optional)

•

Analog output (optional)

•

Filter

Optical system

Amplifier

Tc

Auxiliary

input

A/D

converter

Micro-

controller

Keyboard Digital

LCD

display

interface

The radiated infrared energy is focused by the optical system on an infrared detector sensitive to the required spectral
band. The infrared detector generates a signal proportional to the energy received corresponding to the temperature and
emissivity of the target. See Appendix A for emissivity values.
The output signal of the sensor is then conditioned, converted from analog to digital and transmitted to the
microcontroller. The procedures used to process all the operating functions as well as measure and calculation routines
are stored into the microcontroller memory. Any operator’s instruction, through the trigger and the keyboard is directly
recognized, as a coded signal, by the microcontroller. The actual temperature value and the active operative mode are
indicated on the LCD display.

4.1 Power supply

The instrument is powered, if not otherwise specified with the order, by four internal alkaline batteries or rechargeable Ni­MH type AA (nominal voltage 1.25 V) that can be recharged through an external charger module supplied as a standard
accessory.

4.2 Keyboard

The operative keyboard is designed with a traditional single microswitch per button for long life and high reliability. The
contact closure of the keys is acknowledged as a coded signal by the microprocessor that recognizes the operator’s
instructions.

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4.3 Microcontroller

The microcontroller handles all the logic functions of the instrument, performs the linearization for non linear transducers,
compensates for the reference junction temperature, drives the digital display and acknowledges all the operator’s
instructions.
The core of the circuit is a single-chip microcomputer that utilizes HCMOS technology to provide the low power
characteristics and high noise immunity of CMOS plus the high speed operation of HMOS.
The microcomputer provides highly sophisticated, on- chip peripheral functions including: 256 bytes of static RAM, an 8
channel analog to digital (A/D) converter (used to read the Rj value, the setting of the input comparator, the battery
package voltage and the value of the auxiliary input), a serial communication interface (SCI) subsystem, and a serial
peripheral interface (SPI) subsystem.
The microprocessor works with an 8-bit communication bus to EPROM and EEPROM memories and is interfaced with a
decoder, a latch of address and an inverter-driver.

4.4 Firmware

The operating system firmware handles all the logic instructions to the internal peripheral circuits and performs the
computation of the linearization equations.
The application system firmware is resident on the non-volatile memory (EEPROM) of the microprocessor chip.
It is used to store the installation parameters (autocalibration data, program data, etc.)

4.5 Display

The custom display, placed on an auxiliary board, uses high contrast LCD technologies (STN liquid).
are standard equipped with a backlight device for easy readings in poor light conditions.

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thermometers

4.6 Battery charger

The auxiliary module, supplied as a standard accessory, allows operations from 115 Vac 50/60 Hz.
be operated directly from a line source through the charger.
The plastic case of the battery charger incorporates the line voltage plug and a cable with a connector for
interconnections to the instrument.
The charger circuit is designed with an insulating transformer and a voltage stabilizer circuit. The step-down transformer
reduces the power line 115 Vac to a value of 10 Vac. The above voltage is full wave rectified , filtered and stabilized. The
output voltage of 5.6 Vdc is the ideal value to recharge the internal Ni-MH batteries

OSP

, if needed, can

4.7 Digital interface

The digital interface circuit is essentially based on the serial communication interface subsystem (SCI) on the chip of the
microprocessor at 0 / +5V level. Adapters to convert TTL to RS 232 voltage levels are available from OMEGA.

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5 UNPACKING

Remove the instrument from its packing case and remove any shipping ties, clamps, or packing materials.
Carefully follow any instruction given on any attached tags.
Inspect the instrument from scratches, dents, damages to case corners etc. which may have occurred during shipment.
If any mechanical damage is noted, report the damage to the shipping carrier and then notify OMEGA directly or its
nearest agent, and retain the damaged packaging for inspections.
A label indicates the serial number of the instrument.
Refer to this number for any inquiry for service, spare parts supply or application and technical support requirements.

OMEGA

will keep a data base with all information regarding your instrument.

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6 PRE-OPERATIONAL CHECK

OSP series

portable thermometers are powered either by four alkaline or by Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (optional).
The external battery charger, supplied as a standard , is set for 115Vac power source.
Before using the instrument carefully verify the nominal voltage value of the charger with the available mains power line.
The instrument should be used in environments where the temperature does not exceed the specified limits (from -5°C to
+50°C) and where the relative humidity is lower than 95%.

In case of “low” battery conditions (voltage lower than 4.6 V) the display will show the appropriate symbol. A battery
symbol means that the battery package has enough energy for about 20 minutes operation. In this condition the
instrument batteries must be recharged.

WARNING

U

OSP IR

SE

I

N CASE

T

HIS KIND OF RADIATION CAN BE PRODUCED BY EITHER THE LASER TYPE ND

PORTABLE THERMOMETERS TO MEASURE TEMPERATURE

8-14

AND

IR

THERMOMETER SHOULD MEASURE DIRECT OR REFLECTED HIGH INTENSITY RADIATIONS IN THE ABOVE SPECTRAL BAND

THEY CAN DAMAGE PERMANENTLY THE

(OSP800, OSP1000

µµµµ

M

(

λλλλ

EM

: 0.9 - 1.1

OSP500)

AND

IR

SENSORS INSIDE THE THERMOMETERS

= 10.6

).

µµµµ

M

(OSP1600, OSP2000), 1.6

µµµµ

M

SPECTRAL BANDS

:YAG (

λλλλ

EM

= 1.06

(OSP1300)

µµµµ

M

.

.

µµµµ

M) OR BY THE LASER TYPE

CO

,

2

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7 POWER SUPPLY

The instrument may be powered by alkaline or rechargeable batteries or directly from the main line.
batteries type AA that are located inside the base of the handle.

OSP

uses 4

7.1 Rechargeable batteries

The rechargeable batteries are shipped with an average level of charge. After unpacking, a full charge of the batteries is
recommended. Connect the instrument to the charger module (“OFF” condition) for a period of 10 hours minimum.
The Ni-MH rechargeable batteries do not suffer when used in cyclic operations. The cyclic operation is understood as a
method of operation by which the battery is continually charged and discharged.
Avoid leaving the instrument, with batteries totally or partially discharged, for a long time without recharging them.
To charge the batteries use only the original supplied charging module. The module incorporates protection and current
limiting devices not normally found in other commercial chargers.
The external battery charger is configured, before shipment, for a supply voltage of 115 Vac, upon order specification.
The nominal voltage value is indicated on the front label of the charger.

7.1.1 How to maximize the life span of the battery

Disconnect the ac mains supply when the battery is charged. Use the battery until it is completely discharged. Leaving
the ac mains charger plugged in during operations will decrease the life of the Ni-MH batteries. Keeping the battery
terminal clean will help maximize the operating time. Periodically wipe the positive and negative terminals with a dry
cloth. Removing and replacing the batteries will ensure electrical contact. This should be done when using a battery that
has not been used for a long time.
Note that the operating time decreases at low temperatures. A Ni-MH battery can be recharged about 500 times when
used with the recommended instructions. When replacing the Ni-MH batteries with a new set always replace
simultaneously the four pieces.

7.2 Power supply with alkaline batteries

Power supply with alkaline batteries must be specified with the order.

7.3 Power supply from main line AC

The battery charger module can be used to power the instrument for continuous operations from main line AC.
Rechargeable batteries or alkaline batteries are not required to be removed with AC power supply.

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8 WARNINGS & CAUTIONS

8.1 Laser Sight

You may receive harmful laser radiation exposure if you do not adhere to the warnings listed below:

USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE

•

SPECIFIED HERE MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

• DO NOT LOOK AT THE LASER BEAM COMING OUT OF THE LENS OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL

INSTRUMENTS – EYE DAMAGE CAN RESULT.

• USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN OPERATING THE LASER.

• NEVER POINT THE LASER BEAM AT A PERSON.

• KEEP OUT OF REACH OF ALL CHILDREN.

CAUTION - LASER SAFETY

LASER RADIATION - DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM

CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT CONFORMS TO IEC 823/93

CLASS II LASER PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH 21 CFR CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J.

W

AVELENGTH

: 630-670

– MAX.O

NM

UTPUT

: <1MW

WARNING

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN THE LASER SIGHT MODULE.

(T

HERE ARE NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS IN THE MODULE

).

8.2 Analogue input

Thermocouple input is optional for OSP series thermometers. The sensors are normally linked to electrical potentials
equal or near to the ground potential. However, in some applications, there may be present a common mode voltage to
ground. Check for voltage between input terminals and the ground, as this voltage can be transmitted to other devices
connected to the OSP series temperature indicator.

8.3 Danger and Certification Labels

The laser sight is standard in your thermometer. You can choose between different laser systems as described in section

1.1. Laser provides a visual indication of the field of view of the thermometer. The following figures show the parts and
the labels locations of the Laser sight module.

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