AST AL390 User manual

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AST AL390
Non-contact Infrared Pyrometers
We measure accurate temperature in extreme conditions
USER MANUAL
AST - Accurate Sensors Technologies Ltd.
Teradion Industrial Park, Misgav 20173, Israel
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Index
1. Chapter - 1
General information
2. Chapter - 2 ....................................................................................................................... 2
Introduction
2.1 Product Key Features, Application and Range
2.2 Technical specification
2.3 Optics
3. Chapter - 3 ....................................................................................................................... 5
Basics & Installation of Pyrometer
3.1 Basics of Infrared temperature measurement of an object
3.2 Installation
3.3 Location Selection
3.4 Mechanical Accessories
3.5 Electrical Installation
4. Chapter - 4 ....................................................................................................................... 13
Software installation
4.1 Installation
4.2 Parameters in main screen
5. Chapter - 5 ....................................................................................................................... 20
Calculate Spot size
6. Chapter - 6 ....................................................................................................................... 21
Maintenance
7. Chapter - 7 ....................................................................................................................... 22
Serial communication protocol
8. Appendix A ....................................................................................................................... 26
9. Appendix B ....................................................................................................................... 27
10. Appendix C ....................................................................................................................... 28
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We are pleased that you have chosen this high quality and highly efficient AST pyrometer for non-contact
temperature measurement.
Please read this manual carefully, step by step before performing any operation with the Pyrometer. It
contains all the necessary instructions for set up and operation of the pyrometer. When operating the instrument, it
is necessary to follow the general safety instructions.
1.1 Safety Measures
This section provides an overview about important safety regulations.
1.1.1 General
Each person working with the pyrometer must have read the user manual before operation. The Pyrometer
has only to be used for the purpose described in the manual.
1.1.2 Safety Precaution
The Pyrometer works only with a potential-free low voltage of range 24V DC. This voltage is not harmful for
the user.
1.1.3 Maintenance and use of Pyrometer
Pyrometer can be operated by the qualified person who has got instructions from the supervisor. It is strongly
prohibited to do technical modifications of the device without permission of the manufacturer.
1.1.4 Environmental Protection
The lens or its coating may contain harmful materials and hence it should not be disposed of with normal
waste.
1.1.5 Packaging and storage
Always use a shock-proof package for shipment of the pyrometer. It should be sealed to protect it against
humidity. Also protect the lens of the pyrometer with a cover. They should be stored at the temperature ranges from
-20° to +70° C.
1.1.6 Warranty
AST AL390 instruments have a warranty of two years from the invoice date. AST will replace defective parts,
which arises from design errors or manufacturing faults. In case, if pyrometer is opened, disassembled or modified
then the guarantees will loss.
AST does not accept liability for any damage or losses which might occur, including consequential damages
and financial losses, as a result of use of the equipment.
1.1.7 Copyright ©
© All rights reserved. This document may contain proprietary information and shall be respected as a
proprietary document to AST with permission for review and usage given only to the rightful owner of the
equipment with which this document is associated.
Chapter - 1
General Information

2
Chapter-2
Introduction
AST AL390 model provides the advantage of non - contact temperature measurement of non-metallic surfaces
& metal parts in flame heated furnaces i.e. through flames and flue gas. This instrument is designed for easy
integration into standard 4 wire system. This format combines the high accuracy of digital signal processing with the
simple connection. The AL390 pyrometer is used for target temperature ranging from 300°C to 1400°C.The
electronic assembly is protected by IP65 rugged stainless steel housing.
2.1 Application, Range and Working Principle
The AST AL390 pyrometers are especially designed for industrial purposes. They are suitable for high
temperature measurement ranging from 300° to 1400° C.
At a wavelength of 3.9 μm hot furnace gases and clean burning gas flames are quite transparent and therefore
permit temperatures of substances to be measured as well during the heating up process in industrial furnaces when
using AST AL390. This format combines the high accuracy of digital signal processing with the simple connection. The
electronic assembly is protected by IP65 rugged stainless steel housing. These pyrometers have solid body in
stainless steel housing which provides high operation safety even in rough industrial environment, and large
variety of optics with fixed focus which can be easily used in all industrial areas.
AST AL390 has a fast response time of 60msec. Pyrometers have USB 2.0, RS232 or RS485 outputs. Response
time, emissivity, sub range and peak picker selection can be preset ex works or adjusted through available software.
The pyrometer temperature measurement method utilizes the fact that objects emit thermal radiation in an
amount that directly corresponds to their own temperature and surface emissivity.
The pyrometer sensor detects the amount of infrared radiation emitted by the measured object (target). The
infrared signal is analyzed and the temperature it represents is analyzed by built-in microprocessor. AST AL390 work
in 4-wire technology.
Applications
Measurement through flames & combustion without influencing the measurement.
Standard Item supplied with AST AL390 :-
1. AST pyrometer
2. Connection cable 12-core (length - 5 m)
3. Digital cable 3-core (length - 1.5 m)
4. USB Cable
5. AST software CD
6. Manual
7. Certificate of calibration
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2.2 Technical Specifications
Temperature Range
(Analog sub range adjustable)
Photodetector Type
Response Time
Accuracy
Model AST AL390
300°C to 1400°C
(Analog output sub range adjustable)
Spectral Range, µm 3.9 µm
Thermopile
60msec
1.5 % of temperature reading
(The instrument must be at a constant ambient temperature for a
minimum of 25-30min)
Analog output
Power
Operating temperature range
Storage temperature
Dimensions/Weight
Adjustable Parameters via software
Digital output USB 2.0, RS-232 / RS-485 (Isolated) User Selectable.
12V to 28V DC with reverse voltage protection
0°C to 70°C, 0°C to 200°C (with cooling jacket)
-20°to 70°C
Dia.= Ø49.5mm; Length= 118mm / Weight= 0.6 kg
Emissivity, Analog output, Address, Response time, Peak picker, Analog
Output sub range
4-20 mA or 0-20 mA or 0-10 V User selectable
Distance to Spot size Ratio 50 : 1
Emissivity Range 0.1 ……. 1.2 adjustable
Sighting Laser pilot Light
Laser Power <1m W
Protection class IP65
Isolation Power supply and digital output and analog output are galvanically
isolated against each other.
Repeatability 0.5% of reading in °C +1°C
Note: - After power supply initialization, keep pyrometer under stable temperature condition for
25-30 minutes for to get above stated accuracy.
Laser should be used only for targeting purpose. In normal measuring laser should be
turned off to get correct measurements.
118.00 mm
34.50 mm
Ø49.50 mm
Ø48.00 mm
Binder
Connector
AST AL390
14.00 mm
Dimensions
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2.3 Optics
The pyrometer measure temperature by receiving heat radiation from the object whose temperature has to be
measured. This heat radiation is passed through the lens, sensor converted to an electrical signal. The farther the
measured object is from the pyrometer, the larger the area that will be measured by the pyrometer. Depending on
customer need, the pyrometer is designed wit h fixed optics. Some fixed optics focus is as below:-
* Manufactured working distance (WD) mentioned on the pyrometer.
If the pyrometer is not installed at manufactured working distance (WD) then spot size at actual installed
distance should be calculated. For example, if factory made working distance in 500mm (FOV 50 : 1, Optics 500), then
spot size is 10mm (as given in figure). If user installed this pyrometer at 800mm, user have to calculate by the given
method below.
Case-II: If installed working distance is smaller than manufactured working distance
Case-I: If installed working distance is greater than manufactured working distance
Installed Spot Size = Installed working distance (Case I)
WD x (S + A) - A
Installed Spot Size = Installed working distance (Case II)
WD x (S - A) + A
A
WD
(Case I)*
*Installed Working Distance
(Case II)*
Defocused Spot Ø
focused Spot Ø (S)
Pyrometer object
lens
Fig. 2 Spot Size
Where : S= manufactured spot size of pyrometer(mm), A = It shows the value of lens opening (aperture in mm)
21
700
Spot Size (mm)
Distance (mm)
Optics 500
13 10 16 38
300 500 600 1000
45.8
1500
Spot Size (mm)
Distance (mm)
Optics 800
17 24.5
88.3
300 1000
2500
16
800
Spot Size (mm)
Distance (mm)
Optics 300
14 6 22 62
100 300 500 1000
FOV 50 : 1
A=18 mm
A=18 mm
A=18 mm

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Chapter - 3
Basics & Installation of the Pyrometer
3.1 Infrared temperature measurement of an object
Each and every object emit definite amount of infrared radiation and its intensity varies according to the
temperature of object. Wavelength of infrared radiation lies approximately between 0.7 to 1000 µm depending on
the material and properties of object. Infrared radiations are sometimes also referred to as “heat radiations”
depends mostly on the material. This material dependent constant value is known as “emissivity”, have a look at
appendix B for emissivity values.
3.1.1 Emissivity (Ɛ)
Emissivity is the ratio of energy radiated from an object to the exterior and energy radiated from blackbody.
The emissivity varies with the surface condition of the object and also with temperature variation and wavelength. If
this value is not accurate, then the true temperature cannot be measured. In other words a variation or change in
emissivity will cause a change in the measurement.
If the value of emissivity low, your measured results may contain some errors due to interfering infrared
radiations form objects which are behind the target object like heating systems, fireclay brisk etc. Usually such type
of problems occurs while measuring very thin materials like glass, plastic etc or some reflecting surface.
This error can be reduced if the sensor is shielded from reflecting radiation sources and also by properly, carefully
installing the device.
By the application of Kirchhoff's law of thermal radiation “at thermal equilibrium, the emissivity of the body is
equal to its absorptivity (α)”. So for perfect black body, Ɛ is 1 while any real object would have Ɛ less than 1. Also the
transmissivity (т) and reflectivity (ρ) is zero. The sum of absorptivity, reflectivity and transmissivity is always 1.
α + ρ + т = 1
By emissivity factor materials can be categorized as
üMetals
üNon metals
üTransparent materials
3.1.2 Calculation of emissivity of target object
There are various methods to do so but one of most prominently used is Calculate the actual temperature of
target object using a RTD, Thermocouple etc. Measure the object's temperature; and adjust emissivity settings
unless correct temperature value is reached. Hence correct emissivity is measured of the target object.
3.2 Installation
3.2.1 Mechanical installation of pyrometer
After all preparations are completed you can install pyrometer. Installation of pyrometer depends on the type
of bracket you are using and the type of surface.
Basics of

3.2.3 Viewing Angles
The pyrometer can be placed at any angle from the target object up to 30°.indicated in the below diagram.
Fig.3 Proper mounting of pyrometer
Fig. 4 Pyrometer Acceptable Viewing angles
Background
Best critical
Incorrect
Pyrometer
Target greater than
spot size Target equal to
spot size
Target smaller
than spot size
Acceptable
Angles
Pyrometer
Best
90°C to target
Good
30°C to 90°C target
Bad
0°C to 30°C target
Bes
t
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3.2.2 Distance of pyrometer from object
The desired spot size on the target will determine the maximum measurement distance and the focal length
of the optical module. To avoid wrong readings the spot size of target must contain entire field view of the
pyrometer. The pyrometer must be mounted so the entire field of view is the same or smaller than the desired target
size. This is indicated in the below diagram.

3.3 Location selection
Qualified operating person should do the installation. Location should be good enough so that pyrometer
should get continuous infrared radiation.
Pyrometer distance from object is according to below points:-
1. Pyrometer spot size should be small than object size.(read 3.2.2 & 3.2.3)
2. Know your pyrometer spot size according to point 2.3.
3. Pyrometer ambient temperature should be within 0° to 70°C (read 3.3.3).
3.3.1 Correct Positioning of the pyrometer
With pilot light (PL)
A laser targeting light will help to correct the position of the pyrometer. It is recommended that laser should
be switched off while measurement. It will increase the life of laser. To avoid measuring errors caused by a too big
spot size the pyrometer must be fixed in the correct measuring distance, so that the object under measurement fills
the spot size.
Note: The laser spot (PL) is only for indication of measuring spot, not exactly shows the measuring area.
3.3.2 Mounting of pyrometer
To install the pyrometer at the place of measurement a mounting support is supplied as an accessory, after
losing the clamp screws, it can be fastened correctly.
3.3.3 Ambient temperature
The allowed operation temperature for the pyrometer is 0°C to 70°C. But the temperature at fiber optic &
optical head is 250°C max. Therefore if sensor is to be used above 250°C water cooling jacket with built in air purge
unit is used otherwise it may damage the pyrometer. The ambient temperature is dependent on the temperature
and flow rate of cooling water. Details of water cooling jacket & air purge are given in point 3.4.1.
3.3.4 Atmospheric conditions
The pyrometer cannot receive the full infrared energy for the measurement if atmospheric conditions like
smoke, dust or steam are present and hence it result in measuring error. An air purge unit can be helpful to avoid
contamination such as dust and humidity on the lens. The air supplied should be at normal temperature with oil &
moisture free. The air purge generates an air stream shaped like a cone and blows particles from the lens area.
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Fig. 6
(Reference no: 8000-04)
Air Purge Unit
ŸAir pressure : < 0.5 bar
ŸAir consumption : 2...3 m³/h
ŸMetal : Aluminium
ŸWeight : 0.15 Kg
ŸDry, clean air (Oil and dust free)
3.4 Mechanical Accessories
ŸWater pressure : < 10 bar
ŸAir pressure : < 0.5 bar
ŸAir consumption : 2...3 m³/h
ŸAmbient temperature : < 200°C
ŸMetal : Stainless steel
ŸWeight : 2.75 Kg
3.4.1 Water Cooling Jacket
This accessory is very important in order to use pyrometer at higher
temperature. A normal pyrometer can withstand a temperature of 0-70°C. For
higher temperature applications the device must be used with water cooling
jacket upto 200°C.( for mechanical drawing refer Appendix C.)
Fig. 5 Water Cooling Jacket (air purge,
mounting clamp, water jacket combo)
(Reference no: 8000-02 (for PL)
8000-06 (for TL))
3.4.2 Air Purge
This accessory is used to keep dust, moisture, airborne particle and
vapours away from the lens head so that correct sighting of target object can be
done. ( for mechanical drawing refer Appendix C.)
3.4.3 Adjustable mounting stand
This adjustable mounting stand will provide appropriate movement to
the pyrometer. ( for mechanical drawing refer Appendix C.)
Fig. 7 Adjustable Mounting Stand
(Reference no: 8000-07)
ŸMetal : Stainless Steel
ŸWeight : 0.9 Kg
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Fig. 8 Mounting Clamp
(Reference no: 8000-05)
ŸMetal : Stainless Steel
ŸWeight : 0.45 Kg
3.4.4 Mounting Clamp
Mounting clamp can be used to hold the pyrometer.(for mechanical
drawing refer Appendix C.) Fig. 8.

3.5 Electrical Installation
Fig. 12 Power Supply Unit
(Reference no: 9000-02)
24V DC (well stabilized ripple max 50mV).The input power supply is
110/230v AC check the polarity before connecting the device.
Device has following specifications
Power supply I/P : 100 - 240VAC, 0.35A
50/60 Hz
Power supply O/P : +24V DC, 0.625A
Fig. 11 12-Core Cable
(Reference no: 7002-02)
3.5.1 Power Supply
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3.4.5 Combination of Accessoruies
Fig. 9 Adjustable Mounting Stand + L Clamp
+ Water cooling jacket with air purge
(Reference no: 8000-02 or 8000-06 + 8000-07)
Fig. 10 Air purge unit + Mounting Clamp +
Pyrometer
(Reference no: 8000-04 + 8000-05)
Adjustable
mounting
stand
Cooling Jacket
L Clamp
Water inlet/outlet
Air purge
Mounting Clamp
Pyrometer
Air Purge Unit
3.5.2 Connector pin assignment on the back of the pyrometer
For connecting pyrometer with computer via connector pin (on the back of pyrometer) connection diagram is
shown as under .Different colors and their indication is also shown in the table 2. So connections need to be done
according to color, indication, used for particular purpose as in the table2.
RS-232 Connection
Pink
Blue
Black
Ref. No.: 9000-01
Temperature Indicator
230V, AC
AST 12-core cable
AST Pyrometer with
Digital Output RS-232
White
Red
Violet
Yellow
GND
+24 V DC
20
4-20 mA(+)
17
(-)
9
10
Female
RS-232 Connector
Computer
AST Digital Cable
Fig. 13 Connecting pyrometer (RS-232 Converted) with computer

Fig. 14 12-pin Binder connector Fig. 15 RS-232 communication connection
Male Female
L
C
BA
J
K
G
H
M
F
E
D
LC
J
B
A
K
G
H
M
FE
D
D - Type 9 pin Female
Connector
LC
J
B
A
K
G
H
M
FE
D8
3
7
2
4
9
6
1
5
RxD
DGND
TxD
H
Pin
A
G
C
D
F
H
M
J
K
B
Colour
Red
White
Blue
Pink
Black
Yellow
Violet
Brown
Green
Yellow
Grey
Indication
+ 24 V DC In
Ground
TxD (RS-232) / D- (RS-485)
RxD (RS-232) / D+ (RS-485)
RS-232 communication
(-) 4-20mA / 0-20mA
(+) 4-20mA / 0-20mA
Short / Open both wires for laser
ON/OFF
- (0-10V)
+ (0-10V)
Used for
Power supply
RS-232/ communicationRS-485
Analog current output
Laser ON/OFF
Analog voltage output
E Blue-Yellow N/A
L Red-Grey N/A Not used
Table 2 : Color code & Pin specification for pyrometer connections
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3.5.3
USB 2.0 is provided for Parameter Setting and Data Logging. 2Mtr long USB cable is supplied with pyrometer.
While USB 2.0 is connected RS-232 / RS-485 communication is not possible. LED light indicates USB 2.0 operation.
USB 2.0 Connection
Open screw for USB 2.0
LED Light
Note : Power supply +24 V DC required for USB communication.

3.5.4 Power ON Pyrometer
1. Connect the 12-core cable (Supplied with pyrometer) with pyrometer 12-pin binder connector given at the
back side of pyrometer.
2. Connect the 12-core cable supply wire with +24V DC as given in table above.
3. Connect remaining wires as per your requirement (details given in table above).
4. Provide insulation for not used end points of 12-core cable.
5. Now, the pyrometer can be switch ON.
3.5.5 Converter RS-232 ↔ RS-485
The pyrometer can communicate with PC using RS-232 or RS-485.
RS-232 is used only for short distances.
RS-485 is well suited for long distance transmission. Standard on PC
is RS-232, so a converter is used which converts RS-485 to RS-232.
9876
5432 1
9876
5
4
3
21
Fig. 19 Serial Communication Cable Male/Female
(RS-232 Communication Cable)
Female
RS-232 Connector
Male
RS-232 Connector
Fig. 16 Converter RS-232 ↔ RS-485
9000-03)(Reference no:
Fig. 17 RS-485 to RS-232 Connection
Ref. No.: 9000-01
Temperature Indicator
230V, AC
AST 12-core cable
AST Pyrometer with
Digital Output RS-485
White
Red
Violet
Yellow
GND
+24 V DC
20
4-20 mA(+) 17
(-)
9
10 1
2
3
4
5
Earth
D+
D-
Pink
Blue
5 4 3 2 1
9876
Female
RS-232 Connector
Ref. No.: 9000-03
Female
RS-232 Connector
*Serial Communication
Cable Male/Female
(RS-232 Communication
Cable)
Computer
Male
RS-232 Connector
Fig. 18 RS-232 to RS-485 to RS-232 Connection
Ref. No.: 9000-01
Temperature Indicator
230V, AC
AST 12-core cable
White
Red
Violet
Yellow
GND
+24 V DC
20
4-20 mA
17
(-)
9
10
Pink
Blue
Black
(+)
AST Pyrometer with
Digital Output RS-232
1
2
3
4
5
5 4 3 2 1
9876
Female
RS-232 Connector
Ref. No.: 9000-03
*Serial Communication
Cable Male/Female
(RS-232 Communication
Cable)
5
4
3
2
1
98
7
6
Female
RS-232 Connector
Ref. No.: 9000-03
1
2
3
4
5D-
D+
Earth
230 V, AC
Male
RS-232 Connector
Female
RS-232
Connector
Computer
Male
RS-232
Connector
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Fig. 21 Temperature Indicator
(Reference no: 9000-01)
Fig. 22 Display & Parameterizer P-
(Reference no: 9001-01)
120
3.5.7 Display Instrument
To display the measured temperature 7 segment digital
indicator is used. Device has following specifications:
Power supply I/P : 100 to 240 V, AC/DC
Analog I/P : 4….20 mA
Retransmission : 4….20 mA
Power supply O/P : 24V, DC
Display : 4 Digits
Alarm : 2
3.5.8 Display & Parameterizer
AST P-120 is a high precision LED indicator for non contact
temperature measurement. With indication of measured
temperature user can easily parameterize a connected AST digital
pyrometer without any PC.
Device has following specification:
Power supply : 100 – 240V, AC or 24V, DC
DC analog O/P : 0-20 mA or 4-20 mA
Digital interface : RS-232 or RS-485
Pilot light : Pilot light On/Off with keys
Fig. 20 Multi-Pyrometer Connection
Note: For Multiple Pyrometer Communication,
Each pyrometer must have different address.
AST 12-core cable
AST Pyrometer with
Digital Output RS-485
Ref. No.: 9000-01
Temperature Indicator
230V, AC
White
Red
Violet
Yellow
GND
+24 VDC
20
4-20 mA
17
(-)
9
10
(+)
AST 12-core cable
AST Pyrometer with
Digital Output RS-485
Ref. No.: 9000-01
Temperature Indicator
230V, AC
White
Red
Violet
Yellow
GND
+24 VDC
20
4-20 mA
17
(-)
9
10
(+)
Pink
Blue
Pink
Blue
Ref. No.: 9000-01
Temperature Indicator
230V, AC
AST 12-core cable
AST Pyrometer with
Digital Output RS-485
White
Red
Violet
Yellow
GND
+24 VDC
20
4-20 mA(+) 17
(-)
9
10 1
2
3
4
5
Earth
D+
D-
Pink
Blue
5 4 3 2 1
9876
Female
RS-232 Connector
Ref. No.: 9000-03
Female
RS-232
Connector
*Serial Communication
Cable Male/Female
Computer
Male
RS-232
Connector
3.5.6 Connecting Multiple Pyrometers
In order to connect multiple pyrometers (Multiple pyrometer
communication) to computer each pyrometer must have digital
output RS-485 converted. Each pyrometer should be assigned a
different address. For connection assessment have a look on the
diagram below
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Chapter - 4
Software Installation
The provided AST software “InfraSoft” offers digital PC interface RS-232 RS-485. Using this software we can
set all the parameters like response time, analog scale, emissivity, clear time, communication mode. This software
provide all necessary information about pyrometer.
4.1 Installation
Install the pyrometer software using the installation guide file on CD ROM & restart your PC as per guidelines
provided for installation. After installation of the software; Double click the application. It will open the screen of
software.
&
4.2 Parameters in main screen
4.2.1 Communication
Communication between the AST pyrometer and
the software is implemented via a cable connected
between the pyrometer and the PC serial port. This enables
the acquisition and recording of data, as well as the transfer
of commands from the software application to the AST
pyrometer. Communication can be done by clicking on
“Communication panel" and select correct COM Port
address where pyrometer is connected. Also user has to
select address of the pyrometer(Example: Default 01/
printed on the pyrometer sticker). Then click on CONNECT
Button.
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(A)Emissivity settings The emissivity can be set by clicking on
"Parameters” and select or type in the desired emissivity directly
in the description field. The emissivity value will be transferred
to pyrometer by hitting the "TAB " button.
(B)Response time The desired response time can be chosen in
the panel Parameter by clicking the appropriate list box (as per
the values available in the drop box of response time). This
parameter is use to set the analog response time of pyrometer.
(C)Sub Range User can change the sub range of pyrometer in the
panel Parameter. Sub range must be within the basic range of
pyrometer, the minimum span between higher & lower range is
51. Analog output will be automatically set according to the sub-
range by hitting "TAB" button.
(D)Sensor Type It shows pyrometer sensor type. User can
change sensor type from two color to single color and vice versa
(only applicable with two color pyrometer).
(E)Switch off level% ( for two color pyrometer) The switch of
level is the function that is used to avoid measurement errors
caused by signals, which are too low. Although factory default is
set to 15 %, the switch off limit can be adjusted between 2 and
50%.
(F)Unit User can change the measuring unit of temperature from
“Centigrade" to “Fahrenheit" and vice versa.
4.2.2 Temperature
It shows the temperature measured by the pyrometer
4.2.3 Parameter Setting
All user selectable device parameters can be set by using the software in the Panel "Parameter"
For communication of multiple pyrometers, select different com port and address.
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(G) Peak Picker Setting Three Pickers are available in Pickers setting menu
(Auto, tCL, Smart) & user can switch on any as per requirement, one at a time.
(G1) Auto “Auto” mode is used for discontinuous measuring task, such as
object being transported on a conveyer belt in such a case the maximum
value for each object has to be indicated. when the object passes the
measuring beam of the pyrometer, the maximum value is stored until a new
hot object appears in the measuring beam. The temperature which has to
be recognized as “hot” is defined by the low limit of the adjusted sub range. The stored maximum value will be
deleted when the temperature of the new hot object exceeds the low limit “from” of the sub range by at least
1°C. If a lower limit is not entered, the maximum value storage will be deleted whenever the low level of the full
measuring has been exceeded.
(G2) Clear time (tCL) If the peak picker is switched on, the highest last temperature value will always be displayed
and stored. As such, it may be beneficial to periodically clear and reset the stored values in order to obtain new
temperature readings.
Example : If we set the tCl a s “6 sec” the highest last temperature value will be display for 6.0 sec to 12 sec then it
capture next pick.
Clear Time feature is particularly useful when object temperature is not uniform across its dimension or the
pyrometer is not constantly viewing an object to be measured. The peak picker works on two buffer memory to
find maximum value over a defined interval. With the first memory, the highest measured value is held and is
deleted alternately in the time interval set (clear time). The other memory retains the maximum value throughout
the next time interval. The disadvantages of fluctuations in the display with the clock frequency are thereby
eliminated.
The following setting are possible :
OFF : At clear time “OFF” the maximum value storage is switched off and only momentary values are measured.
tCL (10msec...25sec) : Clear Time tCL can be set between 10msec and 25sec. When set, estimates the maximum
values and holds it in two buffer memory. After the entered time, the storage will be deleted.
Note:
The maximum value storage coincides with adjustments made to response time. Therefore:
(I) Clear time<= the adjusted response time is useless
(ii) Clear times must be at least 5 times longer than the response time.
(iii) Only maxima with full maximum value can be recorded, which appear at least 5 times longer than response
time.

(G3) Smart If the smart picker is switched on, the highest last temperature value will always be displayed and
stored. This feature is particularly useful when object temperature is not uniform across its dimension or the
pyrometer is not constantly viewing an object to be measured.
Smart Picker Functions
Smart picker can be turn ON & OFF by using the software. When Peak picker is ON, the peak picker menu is enabled
for setting of the parameters like decay rate function, reset below temperature and peak picker delay.
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(I)Decay rate The Decay rate range is 0.00 to 166.66°C/sec. or 0.00
to 300°F/sec. depending upon °F/°C unit’s selection. The slowest
Decay rate is 0 degrees per sec. This feature helps to eliminate
erratic measurements and allows the peaked value to decay down
to lower process temperature values as they occur. Decay rate is set
to retain peak measured temperature value and ignore momentary
decreases in measured temperature.
(ll)Delay Time This function set the delay time in sec. before peak
picker function starts. The delay time is selectable in the range 0.02
to 10.00 sec. Zero (0) turns delay time OFF. This function is used to
delay the start of peaking action for upto 10 sec. following the
detection of leading edge of a new target.
Temp
Time
Delay Time (sec.)
Temp
Time
Without RBT RBT with Decay Rate
Temp
Time
RBT
Outer
with Peak Picker
Current Measuring
Value
(lll) Reset Below Temperature(RBT) The user can set RBT within the limit of pyrometer sub range. This function sets
the temperature above which peak picker action starts. When the target temperature matches or is below the
selected value, the sensor indicates temperature without picking action.
Temp
Time
Without RBT
Temp
Time
RBT
RBT with Decay Rate
Outer
with Peak Picker
Current Measuring
Value

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4.2.5 Record
Record is for continuous data logging. It
records the measured temperature, emissivity
with current date & time.To start data logging
click on start button. If user wants to record
emissivity, click on record emissivity button.
After Clicking Start button window appears
where user can specify the file name & location.
This screen shows the Model, basic range, serial number, version,
Head temperature, internal temperature, working distance, spot size-
apperture.
(H)Relative energy(for two color pyrometer) The relative energy shows a signal weakening which can be caused by
contaminations of the optics or a viewing window or by dust in the field of view or a too small measuring object.
Relative energy shows the measured intensity compared to the intensity, a black body radiation source would have
at a determined ratio temperature of the pyrometer.
(I)Analog Range User can select the analog range from the option 4-20mA, 0-20 mA & 0-10V.
(J)Comm. Mode User can select the communication mode as per requirement [RS-232 / RS-485].
Note: For connection diagram from RS-232 to RS-485 & RS-485 to RS-232 Refer Page No:-9
To view parameters of multiple devices select the pyrometer name from the drop down list that appears at the top of
the screen.
4.2.4 Device information
Pyrometer specific information will be displayed in the Info Panel
Record will be saved as .txt format and the
name of file will be user define.
To record emissivity, click on Record Emissivity button.
If user wants file in Spreadsheet format, user can export by choosing Excel Spreadsheet in file menu.

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File will be stored in .xls format named as “export”. This “export.xls” file will be saved where the software is installed.
To see previous record open the file by clicking on menu File open.
Screen containing historical trend & historical data will appear.