AEMC 1950 User manual

Model 1950
ENGLISH
User Manual
THERMAL CAMERA

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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................................................5
1. GETTING STARTED ......................................................................................................................................6
1.1. Safety Precautions .................................................................................................................................6
1.2. Battery Installation..................................................................................................................................6
1.3. SD Memory Card Installation..................................................................................................................6
1.4. Camera Display......................................................................................................................................7
1.4.1. Main Screen ...................................................................................................................................7
1.4.2. Battery Management....................................................................................................................10
1.5. Configuring the Camera .......................................................................................................................10
1.5.1. Language......................................................................................................................................11
1.5.2. Date and Time..............................................................................................................................11
1.5.3. Units of Measure (Temperature and Distance) ............................................................................12
1.5.4. Trigger Function............................................................................................................................12
1.5.5. Automatic Camera Shutdown Time..............................................................................................12
1.5.6. Screen Brightness........................................................................................................................13
1.5.7. Image Storage Directory ..............................................................................................................13
1.5.8. Color Palettes...............................................................................................................................14
2. BASIC OPERATION.....................................................................................................................................15
2.1. Measurement Cursor............................................................................................................................15
2.1.1. No Measurement Cursor..............................................................................................................15
2.1.2. MinMax.........................................................................................................................................15
2.1.3. Point .............................................................................................................................................16
2.1.4. Square..........................................................................................................................................16
2.1.5. Profile ...........................................................................................................................................16
2.1.6. Isotherm........................................................................................................................................16
2.2. Freezing Palette Colors........................................................................................................................16
3. ADVANCED OPERATION ............................................................................................................................17
3.1. Best Practices.......................................................................................................................................17
3.2. Compensating for Environmental Factors............................................................................................17
3.2.1. Default Compensation Settings....................................................................................................17
3.2.2. Custom Compensation Settings...................................................................................................18
3.3. Tripod....................................................................................................................................................18
4. SAVING AND RECALLING IMAGES............................................................................................................19
4.1. Image Files...........................................................................................................................................19
4.1.1. Naming Conventions....................................................................................................................19
4.1.2. Directories ....................................................................................................................................19
4.2. Saving an Image...................................................................................................................................19
4.3. Voice Recording....................................................................................................................................20
4.3.1. Creating a Voice Recording..........................................................................................................20
4.3.2. Changing the Voice Recording for an Existing Image..................................................................20
4.3.3. Playing Back a Voice Recording ..................................................................................................21
4.4. Recalling an Image...............................................................................................................................21
4.4.1 Derived Files from Recalled Images .............................................................................................22
4.5. Deleting an Image ................................................................................................................................22
4.6. Downloading an Image to a Computer.................................................................................................22
4.6.1. Downloading Directly from the Micro SD Memory Card...............................................................22
4.6.2. Via USB Cable..............................................................................................................................23
4.7. CAmReport Image Analysis and Report Generation............................................................................23
5. SETUP FILES...............................................................................................................................................24
5.1. Creating a Setup File............................................................................................................................24
5.2. Recalling a Setup File...........................................................................................................................24
5.3. Deleting a Setup File............................................................................................................................24
5.4. Restoring Original Default Settings ......................................................................................................25
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6. BLUETOOTH................................................................................................................................................26
6.1. Bluetooth Activation/Deactivation.........................................................................................................26
6.1.1. Activating Bluetooth......................................................................................................................26
6.1.2. Deactivating Bluetooth..................................................................................................................26
6.2. Headset ................................................................................................................................................26
6.2.1. Headset Connection.....................................................................................................................26
6.2.2. Changing Headsets......................................................................................................................27
6.2.3. Headset Disconnection ................................................................................................................27
6.3. Measurement Peripherals ....................................................................................................................27
6.3.1. Peripheral Connection..................................................................................................................27
6.3.2. Replacing Peripherals ..................................................................................................................28
6.3.3. Peripheral Polling Period..............................................................................................................28
6.3.4. Peripheral Measurements Display ...............................................................................................28
6.3.5. Using a Measurement to Compensate for Environmental Factors ..............................................29
7. FIRMWARE UPDATES.................................................................................................................................31
8. TROUBLESHOOTING..................................................................................................................................32
8.1. IR Image is a Single Solid Color...........................................................................................................32
8.1.1. Color Palette Frozen.....................................................................................................................32
8.1.2. Inconsistent "User" Influencing Parameters.................................................................................32
8.2. Contrast of IR Image is Incorrect..........................................................................................................32
8.3. Unable to Save Current Image.............................................................................................................32
8.4. Slow Opening of Files...........................................................................................................................32
8.5. Headset Cannot Connect to Camera ...................................................................................................32
8.6. Bluetooth Peripheral Cannot Connect to Camera................................................................................32
8.7. Bluetooth Measurements Not Displayed/Refreshed ............................................................................33
9. MAINTENANCE............................................................................................................................................34
9.1. Camera Cleaning..................................................................................................................................34
9.2. Infrared Optics Cleaning.......................................................................................................................34
APPENDIX A: MENU TREE.............................................................................................................................35
APPENDIX B: EMISSIVITY TABLE..................................................................................................................38
APPENDIX C: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS...............................................................................................39
REPAIR AND CALIBRATION............................................................................................................................40
TECHNICALAND SALES ASSISTANCE.........................................................................................................40
LIMITED WARRANTY......................................................................................................................................40
Warranty Repairs.........................................................................................................................................41
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INTRODUCTION
Do not aim the camera at the sun or other sources of powerful thermal radiation.
Thank you for purchasing a Model 1950 thermal camera.
For best results with your camera:
Read these operating instructions carefully.
Comply with the precautions for use.
Symbols:
WARNING: Risk of damage to the instrument.
Information or useful tip.
The CE marking indicates compliance with the European "Low Voltage" and "Electromagnetic
Compatibility" directives (2006/95/EC and 2004/108/EC).
In the European Union, this product is subject to selective collection and recycling at end-of-life
as waste electrical and electronic equipment under directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE): this equipment
must not be treated as ordinary household waste. The spent batteries must not be treated as
household waste. Take them to the appropriate collection point for recycling.
This product is designed to allow recovery and recycling of most of its constituents.
Receiving Your Shipment
Upon receiving your shipment, make sure that the contents are consistent with the packing list. Notify your
distributor of any missing items. If the equipment appears to be damaged, file a claim immediately with the
carrier and notify your distributor at once, giving a detailed description of any damage. Save the damaged
packing container to substantiate your claim.
Ordering Information
Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950…………………………………………………………...... Cat. #2121.40
Includes carrying case, external battery charger, USB cable, four NiMh rechargeable batteries, SDcard,
Bluetooth headset,quick start guide, and a USB thumb drive containing the user manual, analysis software,
and software manual.
Replacement Parts:
Case – Carrying Case with Foam Insert..................................................................................... …Cat. #2121.60
Adapter – US External Battery Charger .........................................................................................Cat. #2121.64
Cable – USB (Type A to 5-pin Mini-B)............................................................................................Cat. #2126.49
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1. GETTING STARTED
1.1. Safety Precautions
Never aim the camera at the sun or other strong source of thermal radiation.
Direct exposure to sunlight or other strong thermal radiation can impair camera operation and/or damage
its infrared sensor. To avoid accidental exposure, close the lens flap when the camera is not in use.
Avoid exposure to dust with the lens flap open.
Dust on the lens can absorb thermal flux and cause spurious diffusion. It can also degrade image
sharpness. To clean the lens, refer to § 9.2.
Do not touch the lens with your fingers.
Acids from human skin can damage the lens and its coatings.
Avoid jolting or dropping the camera.
1.2. Battery Installation
The camera accepts AA batteries of two types:
Alkaline
NiMH rechargeable
The latter must be recharged with an external charger.
When the batteries are removed, the internal clock has enough power for 15 hours. The
batteries are inserted through the end of the handle. Open the cover using a coin while
pressing down on the locking tab:
1.3. SD Memory Card Installation
Camera files (images, audio, and setup) are stored in the micro SD
memory card located on the left side of the head (see photo on left). If this
card is not installed, an error message appears when the camera attempts
to access it. (This card is provided with the product package.)
Before installation, the memory card must be formatted in one of the
following:

FAT16

FAT32
To insert the card, open the rubber flap and push the card into its slot. If the
card cannot be inserted, ensure that:
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The card is facing in the correct direction

The card slot is empty
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1.4. Camera Display
In normal operation, the camera starts up:
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at the Main screen (see below)
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in continuous acquisition mode
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with the configuration setup loaded when it was last turned OFF
1.4.1. Main Screen
The Main screen is organized as shown below:
1.4.1.1. Status Bar
Normal operation:
Battery (see § 1.4.2)
no display
(Default Battery Management mode only) Batteries OK
(Advanced Battery Management mode only) Batteries OK
(Advanced Battery Management mode only) Batteries low
Batteries discharged
Bluetooth (§ 6)
Bluetooth enabled
no display
Bluetooth disabled
Trigger function (§ 1.5.4)
TA
TF
TS
Aim
Freeze
Save
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SD Card (§ 1.3)
Card detected
Card not detected
Emissivity correction (§ 3.2)
User-defined correction in effect
Default correction in effect
Date/time (§ 1.5.2)
Date and time of acquisition of the current image
Acquisition status
Continuous acquisition
Acquisition stopped (image frozen)
When an image is recalled from memory and displayed:
Battery (§ 1.4.2)
no display
(Default Battery Management mode only) Batteries OK
(Advanced Battery Management mode only) Batteries OK
(Advanced Battery Management mode only) Batteries low
Batteries discharged
Bluetooth (§ 6)
Bluetooth enabled
no display
Bluetooth disabled
Trigger function (§ 1.5.4)
TA
Aim
Image recall (§ 4)
IR image recall in progress
Visible image recall in progress
Emissivity correction (§ 3.2)
no display
User-defined correction in effect
Default correction in effect
Image filename (§ 4.1.1)
Name of currently displayed image file
1.4.1.2. Image
The central part of the Main screen displays the image. This can be either infrared (thermogram) or visible light.
At the bottom of the image area is the color palette. This identifies the temperatures of colors in the thermogram.
By default, temperature/color assignment is performed automatically as a function of the minimum (black) and
maximum (red) temperatures detected in the image. In this mode the palette appears as follows:
You can also “freeze” the palette by defining minimum and maximum temperatures (see § 2.2). When the palette
is frozen, it appears as follows:
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1.4.1.3. Measurements Display
Below the image area the Main screen displays the temperature measurement for the point or region in the image
defined by the cursor(s). If there is sufficient space, this area also shows the measurement(s) currently being
detected by the peripheral(s) (if any) connected to the camera via Bluetooth (see § 6.3).
1.4.1.4. Function Buttons (F1, F2, and F3)
The camera includes three function buttons, labelled F1, F2, and F3. The functions performed by these buttons
depend on the camera mode. The current function for each button is identified by an icon that appears on the
display screen just above the button. Several icons represent multiple tasks, depending on mode:
Opens the Main configuration menu
Re-opens the last menu opened
Closes all open menus
Selects the highlighted item
Closes a message
Adds the selected character
Closes a menu
Cancels an entry
Freezes the image
Restarts continuous acquisition (unfreezes image)
Saves the current image
Validates the entry in the text editor or the selection in the working directory
Deletes the selected file or folder
Opens the selected file or folder
Exits from image recall
Displays information for the displayed file
Freezes the color palette
Edits the minimum or maximum value of the palette
Restores automatic mode
Displays the infrared image
Displays the visible image
Plays back the vocal message
Records a new vocal message
Stops playing or recording the vocal message
Searches for new Bluetooth peripherals
Connects all Bluetooth peripherals in the current list
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1.4.2. Battery Management If the batteries have been replaced, the Battery Management screen appears
when the camera starts up. This menu can also be displayed by pressing
and holding down the F2 button when the camera is powered ON.
In battery management mode, the function buttons perform the following:
F1 confirms the information entered, closes the window, and initializes
the battery manager with the settings.
F2 edits and confirms entry of the selected item.
F3 cancels an entry or closes the window without resetting the battery
manager.
The battery manager can operate in one of two modes:
Advanced Off (Default) is display-only; you cannot change any settings in this mode. In default mode, the
battery indicator only appears when battery power is low. When this indicator appears, the camera will
operate for approximately 30 minutes and then shut down automatically.
Advanced On allows more precise tracking of battery energy consumption, including the type of batteries used
and their estimated capacity. In Advanced mode, the battery icon indicates how much charge is left in the
batteries. Initially this icon is green: . When the remaining charge is low the icon appears yellow: . When
30 minutes of charge remains, the icon appears as it does in Default mode: .
If you consistently use the same set of rechargeable batteries, we recommend operating the camera
until it automatically switches off due to low batteries. This automatically recalculates and adjusts the
estimated capacity of the batteries. The new capacity is displayed by default the next time the Battery
management menu is displayed.
1.5. Configuring the Camera
When the camera is first started up, all parameters are set to their default values. You can modify these settings.
The changes can be stored in the camera’s memory; these settings will then be used every time the camera is
subsequently turned ON. Note that configuration settings can be saved in a Setup file. This file can then be
recalled and applied (see § 5).
To enter configuration mode, press F1 in the Main screen. This displays the Main configuration menu. The
Main configuration screen displays six options. Each option displays a submenu:

Display sets options that control how the display of data appears on
the camera screen.

Files displays options for storing, recalling, and working with images
and other files.

Setup saves and recalls configuration files.

Target sets parameters associated with the camera’s target, such as
distance and temperature.

Parametersconfigures camera settings such as language,
date/time, and others.

About displays information about the camera.
Use the camera’s arrow buttons to navigate through the menu options.
Selected options appear highlighted in yellow. (See Appendix A for the
camera’s complete configuration menu tree.)
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