FLIR A6 Series User manual

User’s manual
FLIR A6xx series

Important note
Before operating the device, you must read, understand, and follow all instructions, warnings, cautions, and legal disclaimers.
Důležitá poznámka
Před použitím zařízení si přečtěte veškeré pokyny, upozornění, varování a vyvázání se ze záruky, ujistěte se, že jim rozumíte, a řiďte
se jimi.
Vigtig meddelelse
Før du betjener enheden, skal du du læse, forstå og følge alle anvisninger, advarsler, sikkerhedsforanstaltninger og
ansvarsfraskrivelser.
Wichtiger Hinweis
Bevor Sie das Gerät in Betrieb nehmen, lesen, verstehen und befolgen Sie unbedingt alle Anweisungen, Warnungen,
Vorsichtshinweise und Haftungsausschlüsse
Σημαντική σημείωση
Πριν από τη λειτουργία της συσκευής, πρέπει να διαβάσετε, να κατανοήσετε και να ακολουθήσετε όλες τις οδηγίες,
προειδοποιήσεις, προφυλάξεις και νομικές αποποιήσεις.
Nota importante
Antes de usar el dispositivo, debe leer, comprender y seguir toda la información sobre instrucciones, advertencias, precauciones y
renuncias de responsabilidad.
Tärkeä huomautus
Ennen laitteen käyttämistä on luettava ja ymmärrettävä kaikki ohjeet, vakavat varoitukset, varoitukset ja lakitiedotteet sekä
noudatettava niitä.
Remarque importante
Avant d'utiliser l'appareil, vous devez lire, comprendre et suivre l'ensemble des instructions, avertissements, mises en garde et
clauses légales de non-responsabilité.
Fontos megjegyzés
Az eszköz használata előtt figyelmesen olvassa el és tartsa be az összes utasítást, figyelmeztetést, óvintézkedést és jogi
nyilatkozatot.
Nota importante
Prima di utilizzare il dispositivo, è importante leggere, capire e seguire tutte le istruzioni, avvertenze, precauzioni ed esclusioni di
responsabilità legali.
重要な注意
デバイスをご使用になる前に、あらゆる指示、警告、注意事項、および免責条項をお読み頂き、その内容を理解して従ってくだ
さい。
중요한 참고 사항
장치를 작동하기 전에 반드시 다음의 사용 설명서와 경고,주의사항,법적 책임제한을 읽고 이해하며 따라야 합니다.
Viktig
Før du bruker enheten, må du lese, forstå og følge instruksjoner, advarsler og informasjon om ansvarsfraskrivelse.
Belangrijke opmerking
Zorg ervoor dat u, voordat u het apparaat gaat gebruiken, alle instructies, waarschuwingen en juridische informatie hebt
doorgelezen en begrepen, en dat u deze opvolgt en in acht neemt.
Ważna uwaga
Przed rozpoczęciem korzystania z urządzenia należy koniecznie zapoznać się z wszystkimi instrukcjami, ostrzeżeniami,
przestrogami i uwagami prawnymi. Należy zawsze postępować zgodnie z zaleceniami tam zawartymi.
Nota importante
Antes de utilizar o dispositivo, deverá proceder à leitura e compreensão de todos os avisos, precauções, instruções e isenções de
responsabilidade legal e assegurar-se do seu cumprimento.
Важное примечание
До того, как пользоваться устройством, вам необходимо прочитать и понять все предупреждения, предостережения и
юридические ограничения ответственности и следовать им.
Viktig information
Innan du använder enheten måste du läsa, förstå och följa alla anvisningar, varningar, försiktighetsåtgärder och
ansvarsfriskrivningar.
Önemli not
Cihazı çalıştırmadan önce tüm talimatları, uyarıları, ikazları ve yasal açıklamaları okumalı, anlamalı ve bunlara uymalısınız.
重要注意事项
在操作设备之前，您必须阅读、理解并遵循所有说明、警告、注意事项和法律免责声明。
重要注意事項
操作裝置之前，您務必閱讀、了解並遵循所有說明、警告、注意事項與法律免責聲明。

Table of contents
1 Legal disclaimer................................................................................1
1.1 Legal disclaimer .......................................................................1
1.2 Usage statistics ........................................................................ 1
1.3 Changes to registry ................................................................... 1
1.4 U.S. Government Regulations......................................................1
1.5 Copyright ................................................................................1
1.6 Quality assurance .....................................................................2
1.7 Patents...................................................................................2
1.8 EULATerms ............................................................................2
2 Safety information .............................................................................4
3 Notice to user ...................................................................................5
3.1 Calibration...............................................................................5
3.2 Accuracy ................................................................................5
3.3 Disposal of electronic waste ........................................................ 5
3.4 Training ..................................................................................5
3.5 Documentation updates .............................................................5
3.6 Important note about this manual..................................................5
3.7 Note about authoritative versions.................................................. 6
4 Customer help ..................................................................................7
4.1 General ..................................................................................7
4.2 Submitting a question ................................................................ 7
4.3 Downloads ..............................................................................7
5 Installation (FLIR A6xx cameras).........................................................8
5.1 General information................................................................... 8
5.2 System requirements................................................................. 8
5.2.1 Operating system ........................................................... 8
5.2.2 Hardware .....................................................................8
5.2.3 Software ......................................................................8
5.2.4 More information ............................................................ 8
5.3 Installation...............................................................................8
6 Installation (FLIR A6xx sc cameras)................................................... 10
7 Quick start guide ............................................................................. 11
7.1 Quick start guide, FLIR A6xx series ............................................ 11
7.1.1 Download FLIR software................................................ 11
7.2 Quick start guide, FLIR A6xx sc series......................................... 11
8 Mechanical installation .................................................................... 12
8.1 Mounting interfaces................................................................. 12
8.2 Notes on permanent installation ................................................. 12
8.3 Vibrations.............................................................................. 12
8.4 Further information .................................................................. 12
8.5 Cable strain relief.................................................................... 12
9 Mounting and removing lenses ......................................................... 14
9.1 Removing an infrared lens ........................................................ 14
9.2 Procedure ............................................................................. 14
9.3 Mounting an infrared lens ......................................................... 14
9.3.1 Procedure .................................................................. 14
10 Connectors, controls, and indicators ................................................. 15
10.1 Explanation ........................................................................... 15
11 Example system overviews............................................................... 16
11.1 FLIR A6xx series .................................................................... 16
11.1.1 Figure........................................................................ 16
11.1.2 Explanation................................................................. 16
11.1.3 Figure........................................................................ 17
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11.1.4 Explanation................................................................. 17
11.1.5 Figure........................................................................ 17
11.1.6 Explanation................................................................. 18
11.2 FLIR A6xx sc series................................................................. 18
11.2.1 Figure........................................................................ 18
11.2.2 Explanation................................................................. 18
12 Digital I/O functionality..................................................................... 19
12.1 FLIR A615 and A655sc ............................................................ 19
13 Pin configurations and schematics.................................................... 20
13.1 Pin configuration for camera I/O connector ................................... 20
13.2 LED indicators ....................................................................... 20
14 Technical data.................................................................................21
14.1 Online field-of-view calculator .................................................... 21
14.2 Note about technical data ......................................................... 21
14.3 Note about authoritative versions................................................ 21
14.4 FLIR A615 15° ....................................................................... 22
14.5 FLIR A615 25° ....................................................................... 26
14.6 FLIR A615 45° ....................................................................... 30
14.7 FLIR A615 7° ......................................................................... 34
14.8 FLIR A615 windowing 80°......................................................... 38
14.9 FLIR A655sc 15° .................................................................... 42
14.10 FLIR A655sc 25° .................................................................... 46
14.11 FLIR A655sc 45° .................................................................... 50
14.12 FLIR A655sc 7° ...................................................................... 54
14.13 FLIR A655sc 80° .................................................................... 58
15 Mechanical drawings ....................................................................... 62
16 CE Declaration of conformity ............................................................ 72
17 Network troubleshooting.................................................................. 73
18 Digital I/O connection diagrams ........................................................ 74
19 Cleaning the camera ........................................................................ 76
19.1 Camera housing, cables, and other items..................................... 76
19.2 Infrared lens .......................................................................... 76
19.3 Infrared detector ..................................................................... 76
20 About FLIR Systems ........................................................................ 78
20.1 More than just an infrared camera .............................................. 79
20.2 Sharing our knowledge ............................................................ 79
20.3 Supporting our customers......................................................... 80
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Legal disclaimer
1
1.1 Legal disclaimer
All products manufactured by FLIR Systems are warranted against defective materials
and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the delivery date of the original pur-
chase, provided such products have been under normal storage, use and service, and in
accordance with FLIR Systems instruction.
Products which are not manufactured by FLIR Systems but included in systems deliv-
ered by FLIR Systems to the original purchaser, carry the warranty, if any, of the particu-
lar supplier only. FLIR Systems has no responsibility whatsoever for such products.
The warranty extends only to the original purchaser and is not transferable. It is not appli-
cable to any product which has been subjected to misuse, neglect, accident or abnormal
conditions of operation. Expendable parts are excluded from the warranty.
In the case of a defect in a product covered by this warranty the product must not be fur-
ther used in order to prevent additional damage. The purchaser shall promptly report any
defect to FLIR Systems or this warranty will not apply.
FLIR Systems will, at its option, repair or replace any such defective product free of
charge if, upon inspection, it proves to be defective in material or workmanship and pro-
vided that it is returned to FLIR Systems within the said one-year period.
FLIR Systems has no other obligation or liability for defects than those set forth above.
No other warranty is expressed or implied. FLIR Systems specifically disclaims the im-
plied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
FLIR Systems shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequen-
tial loss or damage, whether based on contract, tort or any other legal theory.
This warranty shall be governed by Swedish law.
Any dispute, controversy or claim arising out of or in connection with this warranty, shall
be finally settled by arbitration in accordance with the Rules of the Arbitration Institute of
the Stockholm Chamber of Commerce. The place of arbitration shall be Stockholm. The
language to be used in the arbitral proceedings shall be English.
1.2 Usage statistics
FLIR Systems reserves the right to gather anonymous usage statistics to help maintain
and improve the quality of our software and services.
1.3 Changes to registry
The registry entry HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Lsa
\LmCompatibilityLevel will be automatically changed to level 2 if the FLIR Camera Moni-
tor service detects a FLIR camera connected to the computer with a USB cable. The
modification will only be executed if the camera device implements a remote network
service that supports network logons.
1.4 U.S. Government Regulations
This product may be subject to U.S. Export Regulations. Send any inquiries to export-
[e-mail].
1.5 Copyright
© 2022 FLIR Systems, Inc. All rights reserved worldwide. No parts of the software in-
cluding source code may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed or translated into any
language or computer language in any form or by any means, electronic, magnetic, opti-
cal, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of FLIR Systems.
The documentation must not, in whole or part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced,
translated or transmitted to any electronic medium or machine readable form without pri-
or consent, in writing, from FLIR Systems.
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Legal disclaimer1
Names and marks appearing on the products herein are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of FLIR Systems and/or its subsidiaries. All other trademarks, trade names
or company names referenced herein are used for identification only and are the prop-
erty of their respective owners.
1.6 Quality assurance
The Quality Management System under which these products are developed and manu-
factured has been certified in accordance with the ISO 9001 standard.
FLIR Systems is committed to a policy of continuous development; therefore we reserve
the right to make changes and improvements on any of the products without prior notice.
1.7 Patents
000439161; 000653423; 000726344; 000859020; 001707738; 001707746; 001707787;
001776519; 001954074; 002021543; 002021543-0002; 002058180; 002249953;
002531178; 002816785; 002816793; 011200326; 014347553; 057692; 061609;
07002405; 100414275; 101796816; 101796817; 101796818; 102334141; 1062100;
11063060001; 11517895; 1226865; 12300216; 12300224; 1285345; 1299699;
1325808; 1336775; 1391114; 1402918; 1404291; 1411581; 1415075; 1421497;
1458284; 1678485; 1732314; 17399650; 1880950; 1886650; 2007301511414;
2007303395047; 2008301285812; 2009301900619; 20100060357; 2010301761271;
2010301761303; 2010301761572; 2010305959313; 2011304423549; 2012304717443;
2012306207318; 2013302676195; 2015202354035; 2015304259171; 204465713;
204967995; 2106017; 2107799; 2115696; 2172004; 2315433; 2381417; 2794760001;
3006596; 3006597; 303330211; 4358936; 483782; 484155; 4889913; 4937897;
4995790001; 5177595; 540838; 579475; 584755; 599392; 60122153; 6020040116815;
602006006500.0; 6020080347796; 6020110003453; 615113; 615116; 664580; 664581;
665004; 665440; 67023029; 6707044; 677298; 68657; 69036179; 70022216;
70028915; 70028923; 70057990; 7034300; 710424; 7110035; 7154093; 7157705;
718801; 723605; 7237946; 7312822; 7332716; 7336823; 734803; 7544944; 7606484;
7634157; 7667198; 7809258; 7826736; 8018649; 8153971; 8212210; 8289372;
8340414; 8354639; 8384783; 8520970; 8565547; 8595689; 8599262; 8654239;
8680468; 8803093; 8823803; 8853631; 8933403; 9171361; 9191583; 9279728;
9280812; 9338352; 9423940; 9471970; 9595087; D549758.
1.8 EULA Terms
• You have acquired a device (“INFRARED CAMERA”) that includes software licensed
by FLIR Systems AB from Microsoft Licensing, GP or its affiliates (“MS”). Those in-
stalled software products of MS origin, as well as associated media, printed materials,
and “online” or electronic documentation (“SOFTWARE”) are protected by internation-
al intellectual property laws and treaties. The SOFTWARE is licensed, not sold. All
rights reserved.
• IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THIS END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (“EULA”), DO
NOT USE THE DEVICE OR COPY THE SOFTWARE. INSTEAD, PROMPTLY CON-
TACT FLIR Systems AB FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON RETURN OF THE UNUSED DE-
VICE(S) FOR A REFUND. ANY USE OF THE SOFTWARE, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO USE ON THE DEVICE, WILL CONSTITUTE YOUR AGREEMENT TO
THIS EULA (OR RATIFICATION OF ANY PREVIOUS CONSENT).
•GRANT OF SOFTWARE LICENSE. This EULA grants you the following license:
◦ You may use the SOFTWARE only on the DEVICE.
◦NOT FAULT TOLERANT. THE SOFTWARE IS NOT FAULT TOLERANT. FLIR Sys-
tems AB HAS INDEPENDENTLY DETERMINED HOW TO USE THE SOFTWARE
IN THE DEVICE, AND MS HAS RELIED UPON FLIR Systems AB TO CONDUCT
SUFFICIENT TESTING TO DETERMINE THAT THE SOFTWARE IS SUITABLE
FOR SUCH USE.
◦NO WARRANTIES FOR THE SOFTWARE. THE SOFTWARE is provided “AS IS”
and with all faults. THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO SATISFACTORY QUALITY, PER-
FORMANCE, ACCURACY, AND EFFORT (INCLUDING LACK OF NEGLIGENCE)
IS WITH YOU. ALSO, THERE IS NO WARRANTY AGAINST INTERFERENCE
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Legal disclaimer1
WITH YOUR ENJOYMENT OF THE SOFTWARE OR AGAINST INFRINGEMENT.
IF YOU HAVE RECEIVED ANY WARRANTIES REGARDING THE DEVICE OR
THE SOFTWARE, THOSE WARRANTIES DO NOT ORIGINATE FROM, AND
ARE NOT BINDING ON, MS.
◦ No Liability for Certain Damages. EXCEPT AS PROHIBITED BY LAW, MS SHALL
HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR IN-
CIDENTAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE
OR PERFORMANCE OF THE SOFTWARE. THIS LIMITATION SHALL APPLY
EVEN IF ANY REMEDY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT
SHALL MS BE LIABLE FOR ANY AMOUNT IN EXCESS OF U.S. TWO HUN-
DRED FIFTY DOLLARS (U.S.$250.00).
◦Limitations on Reverse Engineering, Decompilation, and Disassembly. You
may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the SOFTWARE, except and
only to the extent that such activity is expressly permitted by applicable law not-
withstanding this limitation.
◦SOFTWARE TRANSFER ALLOWED BUT WITH RESTRICTIONS. You may per-
manently transfer rights under this EULA only as part of a permanent sale or trans-
fer of the Device, and only if the recipient agrees to this EULA. If the SOFTWARE
is an upgrade, any transfer must also include all prior versions of the SOFTWARE.
◦EXPORT RESTRICTIONS. You acknowledge that SOFTWARE is subject to U.S.
export jurisdiction. You agree to comply with all applicable international and nation-
al laws that apply to the SOFTWARE, including the U.S. Export Administration
Regulations, as well as end-user, end-use and destination restrictions issued by U.
S. and other governments. For additional information see http://www.microsoft.
com/exporting/.
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Safety information
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WARNING
Make sure that you read all applicable MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) and warning labels on con-
tainers before you use a liquid. The liquids can be dangerous. Injury to persons can occur.
CAUTION
Do not point the infrared camera (with or without the lens cover) at strong energy sources, for example,
devices that cause laser radiation, or the sun. This can have an unwanted effect on the accuracy of the
camera. It can also cause damage to the detector in the camera.
CAUTION
Do not use the camera in temperatures more than +50°C (+122°F), unless other information is specified
in the user documentation or technical data. High temperatures can cause damage to the camera.
CAUTION
Do not apply solvents or equivalent liquids to the camera, the cables, or other items. Damage to the bat-
tery and injury to persons can occur.
CAUTION
Be careful when you clean the infrared lens. The lens has an anti-reflective coating which is easily dam-
aged. Damage to the infrared lens can occur.
CAUTION
Do not use too much force to clean the infrared lens. This can cause damage to the anti-reflective
coating.
CAUTION
Applicability: Cameras with an automatic shutter that can be disabled.
Do not disable the automatic shutter in the camera for a long time period (a maximum of 30 minutes is
typical). If you disable the shutter for a longer time period, damage to the detector can occur.
Note The encapsulation rating is only applicable when all the openings on the camera
are sealed with their correct covers, hatches, or caps. This includes the compartments
for data storage, batteries, and connectors.
CAUTION
Applicability: Cameras where you can remove the lens and expose the infrared detector.
Do not use the pressurized air from the pneumatic air systems in a workshop when you remove dust
from the detector. The air contains oil mist to lubricate the pneumatic tools and the pressure is too high.
Damage to the detector can occur.
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Notice to user
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3.1 Calibration
We recommend that you send in the camera for calibration once a year. Contact your lo-
cal sales office for instructions on where to send the camera.
3.2 Accuracy
For very accurate results, we recommend that you wait 5 minutes after you have started
the camera before measuring a temperature.
3.3 Disposal of electronic waste
Electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) contains materials, components and substan-
ces that may be hazardous and present a risk to human health and the environment
when waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) is not handled correctly.
Equipment marked with the below crossed-out wheeled bin is electrical and electronic
equipment. The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol indicates that waste electrical and elec-
tronic equipment should not be discarded together with unseparated household waste,
but must be collected separately.
For this purpose all local authorities have established collection schemes under which
residents can dispose waste electrical and electronic equipment at a recycling centre or
other collection points, or WEEE will be collected directly from households. More de-
tailed information is available from the technical administration of the relevant local
authority.
3.4 Training
For training resources and courses, go to http://www.flir.com/support-center/training.
3.5 Documentation updates
Our manuals are updated several times per year, and we also issue product-critical notifi-
cations of changes on a regular basis.
To access the latest manuals, translations of manuals, and notifications, go to the Down-
load tab at:
http://support.flir.com
In the download area you will also find the latest releases of manuals for our other prod-
ucts, as well as manuals for our historical and obsolete products.
3.6 Important note about this manual
FLIR Systems issues generic manuals that cover several cameras within a model line.
This means that this manual may contain descriptions and explanations that do not apply
to your particular camera model.
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3.7 Note about authoritative versions
The authoritative version of this publication is English. In the event of divergences due to
translation errors, the English text has precedence. Any late changes are first imple-
mented in English.
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Customer help
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4.1 General
Do not hesitate to contact our Customer Support Center if you experience problems or
have any questions.
For customer help, go to http://support.flir.com.
4.2 Submitting a question
To submit a question to the customer help team, you must be a registered user. It only
takes a few minutes to register online. If you only want to search the knowledgebase for
existing questions and answers, you do not need to be a registered user.
When you want to submit a question, make sure that you have the following information
to hand:
• The camera model.
• The camera serial number.
• The communication protocol, or method, between the camera and your device (e.g.,
SD card reader, HDMI, Ethernet, USB, or FireWire).
• Device type (PC/Mac/iPhone/iPad/Android device, etc.).
• Version of any programs from FLIR Systems.
• Full name, publication number, and revision number of the manual.
4.3 Downloads
On the customer help site you can also download the following, when applicable for the
product:
• Firmware updates for your infrared camera.
• Program updates for your PC/Mac software.
• Freeware and evaluation versions of PC/Mac software.
• User documentation for current, obsolete, and historical products.
• Mechanical drawings (in *.dxf and *.pdf format).
• CAD data models (in *.stp format).
• Application examples.
• Technical datasheets.
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Installation (FLIR A6xx cameras)
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5.1 General information
The following programs are available for download at http://support.flir.com:
• FLIR IP Config: A set-up and configuration program to detect and find FLIR automa-
tion and science cameras on a network and automatically assign or manually set IP
addresses.
• FLIR IR Camera Player: A PC-based remote control and video player for infrared cam-
eras from FLIR Systems.
5.2 System requirements
5.2.1 Operating system
• Microsoft Windows XP Professional, with Service Pack 2 (SP2).
• Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate 32-bit.
• Microsoft Windows 7, 32-bit and 64-bit.
5.2.2 Hardware
• Personal computer with a 2 GHz 32-bit or 64-bit processor.
• 1 GB of RAM or more.
• 20 GB of hard disk space.
• Super VGA (1024 × 768) or higher-resolution monitor.
• Support for DirectX 9 graphics with:
◦ WDDM driver
◦ 128 MB of graphics memory (minimum)
◦ Pixel Shader 2.0 (in hardware)
◦ 32 bits per pixel.
• DVD-ROM drive.
• Audio output.
• Keyboard and Microsoft mouse, or a compatible pointing device.
5.2.3 Software
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 or later.
5.2.4 More information
For specific information about system requirements for the operating systems mentioned
above, visit http://www.microsoft.com/windows/.
5.3 Installation
We recommend that you read the read-me files before you install the programs.
Note
• If you experience problems during the installation, visit our Customer Help at http://
support.flir.com.
• You must be an Administrator or a user with Administrative Rights to install the
programs.
• A complete installation consists of several subinstallations, some of which are from
third-party vendors. Do not abort these subinstallations, as they are needed for the
complete installation.
• A complete installation can take up to 10 minutes to complete.
Follow this procedure:
1. Close down all applications.
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2. Go to http://support.flir.com, navigate to the Download section, and then search for
the following software:
• FLIR IP Config
• FLIR IR Camera Player
3. Download and install FLIR IP Config and FLIR IR Camera Player on the computer
that will interface the camera.
4. Use FLIR IP Config to assign an IP address to the camera. Typically, the camera
should be on the same subnet as the computer. For example, if the computer has IP
address 169.254.123.123, the camera can be assigned IP address 169.254.123.124.
5. Use FLIR IR Camera Player to view the video feed from the camera and control it
from the computer.
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Installation (FLIR A6xx sc
cameras)
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The FLIR A6xx sc cameras are supported by the FLIR ResearchIR software. A download
card for this software is included in the camera package.
To install the software, follow the procedure in the user’s manual for FLIR ResearchIR
available at http://support.flir.com.
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Quick start guide
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7.1 Quick start guide, FLIR A6xx series
Follow this procedure:
1. Connect the power and Ethernet cables to the camera.
2. Connect the power cable to a power supply.
3. Connect the camera to the network, using the Ethernet cable.
4. Use FLIR IP Config to identify the unit in the network and set the IP address if neces-
sary. Download FLIR IP Config from http://tinyurl.com/o5wudd7.
5. Use FLIR Tools to set up and control the camera. For more information, see section
7.1.1 Download FLIR software, page 11.
7.1.1 Download FLIR software
FLIR Systems provides freeware and licensed software for image editing, video process-
ing, thermal analysis, and reporting.
To download FLIR Thermography software, go to http://www.flir.com/support.
7.2 Quick start guide, FLIR A6xx sc series
Follow this procedure:
1. Go to http://support.flir.com/rir4 and download FLIR ResearchIR Max.
2. Install FLIR ResearchIR Max.
3. Start FLIR ResearchIR Max.
When asked for the license key, enter the license key that is printed on the FLIR Re-
searchIR Max download card. The card is included with your camera.
4. Connect the camera to the computer using the provided Ethernet cable.
5. Start the camera. This displays a start-up dialog box in FLIR ResearchIR Max. If the
start-up dialog box is not displayed, go to View >Startup Dialog.
6. In the start-up dialog box, click the camera you want to connect to.
For more information about the installation and connection processes, see the FLIR Re-
searchIR Max manual.
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8.1 Mounting interfaces
The camera unit has been designed to allow it to be installed in any position. The hous-
ing has three mounting interfaces—bottom, left, and right—each with the following
threaded holes.
• 2 × M4 metric threaded holes.
• 1 × UNC ¼-20 standard tripod mount.
8.2 Notes on permanent installation
If the camera unit is to be permanently installed at the application site, certain steps are
required.
The camera unit might need to be enclosed in a protective housing and, depending on
the ambient conditions (e.g., temperature), the housing may need to be cooled or heated
by water or air.
In very dusty conditions the installation might also need to have a stream of pressurized
air directed at the lens, to prevent dust build-up.
8.3 Vibrations
When installing the camera unit in harsh industrial environments, every precaution
should be taken when securing the unit.
If the environment exposes the unit to severe vibrations, there may be a need to secure
the mounting screws by means of Loctite or another industrial brand of thread-locking
liquid, as well as to dampen the vibrations by installing the camera unit on a specially de-
signed base.
8.4 Further information
For further information regarding installation recommendations and environmental enclo-
sures, contact FLIR Systems.
8.5 Cable strain relief
In installations were the camera is subject to vibrations or shocks the power cord may
need an external strain relief arrangement to avoid power port failure.
The following pictures show two examples on how cable strain relief of the power cord
can be solved.
Example 1, cable strain relief with zip ties.
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Example 2, cable strain relief with cable clamps.
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Mounting and removing lenses
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9.1 Removing an infrared lens
Note
• Do not touch the lens surface when you remove an infrared lens. If this happens,
clean the lens according to the instructions in section 19.2 Infrared lens, page 76.
• When you have removed the lens, put the lens caps on the lens immediately, to pro-
tect it from dust and fingerprints.
9.2 Procedure
Follow this procedure to remove an infrared lens:
1. Rotate the lens counter-clockwise 30° (looking at the front of the lens).
2. Carefully pull out the lens from the bayonet ring.
9.3 Mounting an infrared lens
Note Do not touch the lens surface when you mount an infrared lens. If this happens,
clean the lens according to the instructions in section 19.2 Infrared lens, page 76.
9.3.1 Procedure
Follow this procedure to mount an infrared lens:
1. Correctly position the lens in front of the bayonet ring.
2. Carefully push the lens into position.
3. Rotate the lens 30° clockwise (looking at the front of the lens) until a click is heard.
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Connectors, controls, and
indicators
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10.1 Explanation
1. Network cable with an RJ45 connector for Ethernet connectivity and Power over
Ethernet (PoE) (dependent on the camera model).
Note Only CAT-6 Ethernet cables should be used with this camera.
2. Power cable for 12–24 V DC power in.
Note The power connector on the camera is polarity protected.
3. USB cable with a USB mini-B connector for control and image transfer.
4. Digital I/O ports, opto-isolated (six-pole screw terminal).
A. Hardware reset button (for a factory default reset).
Use a straightened paper clip or a similar tool to press the reset button through the
small hole on the back of the camera for 5 seconds, then release the button.
B. Power indicator.
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Example system overviews
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11.1 FLIR A6xx series
11.1.1 Figure
11.1.2 Explanation
1. Computer.
2. CAT-6 Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors.
3. Industrial Ethernet switches with fiber-optic ports.
4. Fiber-optic cable.
5. FLIR A6xx cameras.
6. Industrial process to be monitored, e.g., items on a conveyor belt.
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