Omega Products OSXL-TIC102 Installation Manual

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Thermal Imaging and

Thermal/Visual Imaging Cameras

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Approach Directives. OMEGA will add the CE mark to every appropriate device upon certification.

The information contained in this document is believed to be correct, but OMEGA accepts no liability for any
errors it contains, and reserves the right to alter specifications without notice.
WARNING: These products are not designed for use in, and should not be used for, human applications.

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Sectional Overview

What you should know and do to ensure your safety
and avoid damaging the camera

Read This
First

Illustrations and descriptions of all camera

components and connectors

Product
Overview

How to charge the battery pack; install the mini SD
memory card; power the camera on and off; set the
date and time; and select a language, TV standard
and measurement unit

Setup
Instructions

How to read the display; navigate menus; restore
default settings

Basic
Functions

How to make camera adjustments such as:

 Manual focusing
 Fusing thermal and visual images
 Moving fusion squares and choosing a

palette

 Adjusting camera parameters and image

settings

 Saving and freezing/activating images
 Using analysis tools and changing analysis

settings

 Working with spots, areas, profiles and

isotherms

 Voice-annotating images
 Defining trigger functions

Shooting

Locating, viewing and erasing saved images;
playing back voice memos.

Playback and
Erase

How to: upload images to a computer; charge the
battery directly, connect to a TV monitor or PC; use
the Bluetooth headset

Camera
Connections

Read This First

5

What’s Included

7

Product Overview

8

Front View

8

Keypad & Bottom View

9

Setup Instructions

10

Charging the Battery Pack

10

Installing the Battery Pack and Mini SD Card

11

Powering On and Off

12

Reading the Display

13

Setting the Date and Time

15

Local Settings

16

Basic Functions

18

Selecting Menus and Settings

18

Restoring Default Settings

20

Shooting

21

Using the LCD

21

Making Camera Adjustments

22

Manual Focus

22

Thermal, Visual and BiVision Image Displays

23

BiVision Display Mode

24

Making Image Adjustments

26

Auto Adjust

26

Making Manual Adjustments

27

Palette Settings

28

Image/camera Settings

29

Freezing/Activating an Image

31

Using Analysis Tools

32

Changing Object/Global Settings

32

Setting Analysis Parameters

34

Setting Spot Analysis Parameters

36

Setting Area Analysis Parameters

38

Profile Analysis

40

Isotherm Analysis

41

Removing Analysis Tools

42

Saving Images

43

Attaching Voice Memos to Images

45

Voice Recording

45

Configuring the Trigger

46

Playback and Erase

47

Opening Images

47

Playing Back Voice Memos

50

Erasing Images

51

Uploading Images

52

Camera Connections

53

Connecting to a Computer

55

Installing the Driver

56

Using the Bluetooth Headset

58

Table of Contents

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4

Troubleshooting

60

Appendices

61

1. Using an Optional Lens

61

2. Camera Care and Maintenance

62

3. The Emissivity of Common Materials

63

Specifications

67

Warranty Information

68

Return for Repair Policy

68

Read This First

Practice Makes Perfect

Before attempting to shoot important subjects, shoot several trial images to confirm that the

thermal camera is operating correctly and that you know how to operate it correctly.

Omega Engineering, Inc. and its subsidiaries, affiliates and distributors are not liable for any

consequential damages arising from any malfunction of the camera or any accessory
that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a format that is
machine-readable.

Safety Precautions

Before using the camera, read and understand the safety and precautions described in this section.
They are intended to help you operate the thermal camera and its accessories without 1) risking
injuries to yourself and others or 2) damaging the camera itself.

Avoid damaging eyesight

Warning: Do not aim the laser pointer at any person or animal.
Prolonged exposure may damage eyesight.

Do not disassemble

Do not attempt to disassemble or modify any part of the camera or its accessories.

Stop operating immediately if the camera is dropped, the casing is damaged, or the camera
emits smoke or noxious fumes

Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical shock. Immediately turn the thermal camera’s power off,
remove the battery or unplug the power cord from the power outlet.

Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzene, thinners or other flammable
substances to clean or maintain the thermal camera

The use of these substances may start a fire.

Remove the power cord on a regular periodic basis and wipe away the dust and dirt that
collects on the plug, the exterior of the power outlet and the surrounding area

In dusty, humid or greasy environments, the dust that collects around the plug over long periods of time
may become saturated by humidity and short-circuit, leading to fire.

Do not handle the power cord if your hands are wet

Handling the cord with wet hands may lead to electrical shock. When unplugging the cord, pull on the
plug, rather than the cord. Pulling on the cord may damage or expose wires and insulation, creating the
potential for fires and electric shocks.

Do not cut, alter or place heavy items on the power cord

Any of these actions may cause an short circuit than can lead to fire or electrical shock.

Use only recommended power accessories

Use of power sources not expressly recommended for this thermal camera may lead to overheating,
distortion of the thermal camera, fire, electrical shock or other hazards.

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Do not drop the batteries, place them near a heat source, directly expose them to flame, or

Warning: Do not aim the thermal camera directly at the sun or a
source of intense heat (such as an arc welder). Doing so for more
than a few seconds will permanently damage the camera’s IR
detector and void the camera’s limited warranty.

immerse them in water

Such exposure may damage the batteries and lead to leakage of corrosive liquids, fire, electric shock,
explosion or serious injury.

Do not attempt to disassemble, modify or apply heat to the batteries

Any of the actions may cause an explosion. If any part of your body comes into contact with battery acid
in any form, immediately flush that area with water If your mouth or eyes are involved, immediately flush
with water and seek medical assistance.

Do not short-circuit the battery terminals with metallic objects, such as keys

Doing so could lead to overheating, burns and other injuries.

Before you discard a battery, cover the terminals with tape or other insulators to prevent
direct contact with other objects

Contact with the metallic components of other materials in waste containers may lead to fire or
explosions. Discard the batteries in specialized waste facilities if available in your area.

Use only recommended batteries and accessories

Use of batteries not expressly recommended for this equipment may cause explosions or leaks,
resulting in fire, injury and damage to the surroundings.

Disconnect the compact power adapter from both the thermal camera and power outlet
after recharging and when the thermal camera is not in use

Continuous use over a long period of time may cause the unit to overheat, creating a fire risk.

Exercise caution when detaching or attaching a lens

If the lens falls and breaks as it comes loose, the glass shards may cause an injury.

Use of the camera for prolonged periods may cause its body to become warm

Such heating is normal, and should be considered a minor burn risk

Preventing Damage to the Camera

Avoid damaging the IR detector

Avoid Condensation Related Problems

Moving the thermal camera rapidly between hot and cold environments may cause condensation
(water droplets) to collect on its external and internal surfaces.

If condensation appears, stop using the camera immediately and power it off. If charging the
battery directly, detach the charger from the unit. Then remove the battery and wait until the condensate
evaporates completely before resuming use.

To minimize condensation: 1) store the camera in its protective case when not in use, and 2) give the
camera time to adjust to its new surroundings before using it.

Extended Storage

When you do not expect to use the thermal camera for even a few weeks, remove batteries from the
camera and the compact battery charger, place the camera in its case and store the case in a safe place.
Storing the camera or the compact charger for a long time with a battery inside will completely discharge
the battery, creating a risk of damaging leakage.

What’s Included

Item

Quantity

Thermal camera

Heavy-duty plastic protective case

AC

battery cha

Rechargeable battery (1 installed in camera, 1 in case)

2GB Mini SD memory card

Sun shield

Video cable

USB cabl

Hand

e

strap (on camera)

rger

with

BNC plug

with

shoulder strap

with adaptor (pre-installed in camera)

1

1

1

2

1

1

1

1

1

Lens cap

CD containing: Reporting and analysis software (standard
manual; Camera

Hard copy of calibration certificate

Hard copy of QuickStart guide

Hard copy of packing list

Hard copy of warranty card

Bluetooth headset and charger (OSXL-TIC103)

version); Software user’s

user’s

manual; QuickS t a r t g uide, Warranty card

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1

1

1

1

1

1

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Product Overview

Front View

Torch (Flashlight)

(OSXL-TIC102, 103)

Visual camera

(OSXL-TIC102, 103)

Flip-up LCD

Keypad

IR camera
and lens

Laser pointer

Definable trigger

Battery compartment

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Keypad and Bottom Views

Mini SD card slot

Mini USB jack

Battery compartment latch

Power input jack

Video Out jack

Power Button

Save/Freeze
screen and images

Auto Adjust

Menu Access,
Enter to choose selection

Menu Navigation - Toggle
Up, Down, Left, Right

Menu up 1
level and
Escape

Product Overview

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Setup Instructions

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The light on the charger will glow red while the battery is
charging. It will turn green when charging is complete.

•

After charging, unplug the battery charger and remove
the charged battery.

•

This is a lithium ion battery pack so there is no need to

•

Charging times will vary according to the surrounding
humidity and battery pack charge state.

Charging the Battery

Use the following procedures to charge the battery pack for the first time and
subsequently when the low battery icon appears on the LCD.

1

Plug one end of the power cord into the charger and the other end

2

into a 110VAC outlet.

Position a battery in the
compact battery charger so the
contacts nearly touch. Push the
battery forward until it snaps
into place.

discharge it completely before recharging. It can be recharged
at any time. However, since the maximum number of charge
cycle is approximately 300 (battery life), to prolong battery life
Omega recommends that you only charge the battery pack
after it has been discharged completely.

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Installing the Battery Pack and Mini SD Card

1

Release the battery
compartment latch by
pushing it down and
forward. Lift and
remove the battery
compartment cover.

2

Align the battery’s edge

with the line inside the
compartment. Push the
battery forward until it
click-locks. Replace the
battery compartment
cover and latch it.

3

Replace the battery compartment cover.

4

To insert the Mini SD card, position it with the printed
side up (metal connector side down) in front of the slot
at the bottom of the camera. Push the card in gently with
your fingertip until you feel and hear a click.

Setup Instructions

Install the charged battery into the camera as follows:

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•

Setup Instructions

Powering On and Off

The LED at the upper left of the keypad will be lit whenever the camera is powered on.

To power on:

1

Remove the lens cap and
flip up the LCD to expose
the keypad.

2

Button

3

Press and hold the
button for 3 seconds.

On the OSXL-TIC101 and the
OSXL-TIC102 the LED at the
upper left of the keypad will glow
green. On the OSXL-TIC103, the
LED will toggle between green and
blue, indicating that the camera is
ready for a Bluetooth connection.

After a few seconds, this
System Information startup
screen will appear and take
40 seconds to clear.

To power off:

Press and hold the power button for three seconds. The LED will
extinguish.

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Reading the Display

Battery Status Symbols

The following icons indicate battery status on the LCD.

Sufficient battery charge

Low battery

Replace or recharge the battery

Upper limit of
color scale

Operation
indicator
Battery charge

Time

Color
scale

Reading

Lower limit of
color scale

Activate
/ Freeze

Current
emissivity
setting

Max. temperature

Min. temperature

Setup Instructions

The LCD’s frame is exactly the same size as the thermal camera’s field of view.
The following information is available on-screen.

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About the operation indicator

The operation indicator at the lower left of the LCD shows the
current operating status of the camera.

Camera

operating

status

Menu

Indicates operation in Menu Mode.

Null

Represents operation in a non-menu mode, with
no analysis tools selected.

SP1…9

Indicates that the current analysis tool is
spot 1, spot 2… or up to spot 9.

CAP.

Indicates that the current analysis tool is
auto-tracking spot.

AR1…5

Indicates that the current analysis tool is
area 1, area 2… or up to area5.

PRO.

Indicates that the current analysis tool is profile.

ISO.

E

To enter NULL mode, press the ESC button repeatedly
until you see NULL at the bottom left of the LCD.

Camera status

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Setting the Date and Time

1

Make sure that the thermal camera is in Null mode (see p.14).

2

Press the MENU/ENTER button
to call up the Main Menu. Then
press the UP or DOWN key to
navigate to the System Setup
line. Press the MENU/ENTER
button to open the System
Setup menu.

3

Press the UP or DOWN arrow to select
the Date & Time line, then press the
MENU/ENTER button.

4

a) Use the UP and DOWN arrows to
select an item to change, and the LEFT
and RIGHT arrows to set a new value.
b) Repeat for each date and time
parameter.
c) Press the MENU/ENTER button to
save the change(s), or the ESC button
to return to the System Setup menu
without making any changes.

Setup Instructions

If you intend to record images, you should set the Date and Time when powering ‘ON’ the thermal
camera for the first time.

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1

Make sure that the thermal camera is in Null mode (see p.14).

2

Press the MENU/ENTER
button to call up the Main
Menu. Then press the UP or
DOWN arrow to navigate to
the System Setup line.
Press the MENU/ENTER
button to open the System
Setup menu.

3

Press the UP or DOWN arrow
to select Local Setup, then
press the MENU/ENTER
button.

4

a) Use the UP and DOWN arrows to
select an item to change, and the
LEFT and RIGHT arrows to set a
new value.
b) Repeat for each parameter you
wish to change.
c) Press the MENU/ENTER button to
save the change(s), or the ESC
button to return to the System Setup
menu without making any changes.

Local Settings

Setup Instructions

Using this menu item, you can change the language of menus and messages, select either the NTSC or
PAL TV standard, and choose metric or Imperial units for temperature and distance readouts.

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About Local Settings

Language

Selects the language of the menus and
messages.

Video

output

Sets the format of the video output of the camera
to PAL or NTSC.

Temp unit

Choose °C or °F as the unit of temperature
measurements.

Distance

unit

Chooses meter or foot as the unit of distance
measurements.

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Selecting Menus and Settings

1

Press the MENU / ENTER
button.

2

Press the LEFT or RIGHT
arrow.

3

Press the UP or DOWN
arrow.

4

Press the MENU / ENTER
button.

1 Menu

2 Select a function item using

File

Menu

Analysis

Menu

Manual Adjust

Menu

System

Setup Menu

Basic Functions

You can select the settings by pressing the MENU/ENTER button.

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Displayed menu items will vary according to the operation and setting
contents.

*The menu items may vary among different camera models.

4 Change the settings using

3 Select setting contents using

Exit

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Restoring Default Settings

1

Turn off the thermal camera.

2

Press and hold the power
button and the ESC button for
three seconds.

The data in storage will not be deleted when you reset the menu and
button operation settings to default.

button

ESC
button

Basic Functions

You can reset the menu and button operation settings to default.

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Using the LCD

To use the LCD as your monitor for capturing thermal images,
follow the instructions below.

1

Open the flip-up LCD screen

2

Using the trigger to turn on the laser pointer (see p. 46),
aim the camera at a subject.

1. For the most-accurate temperature measurements, make
sure the target appears in the middle of the LCD.

2. Closing the flip-up screen turns off the LCD and puts the
camera to sleep.

Shooting

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