FLIR T420-NIST User manual

User’s manual
FLIR Txxx series
T559772Publ. No.
a593Revision
English (EN)Language
March 16, 2012Issue date
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Flir T420-NIST Thermal Imaging Infrared Camera Thermography
Flir T440-NIST Thermal Imaging Infrared Camera Thermography
Flir T420-KIT-15 Infrared Camera With 15 Degree Lens
Flir T420-KIT-45 Infrared Camera With 45 Degree Lens
Flir T440-KIT-15 Infrared Camera With 15 Degree Lens
Flir T440-KIT-45 Infrared Camera With 45 Degree Lens
Flir T420bx-NIST Thermal Imaging Infrared Camera Thermography
Flir T440bx-NIST Thermal Imaging Infrared Camera Thermography
Flir T420bx-KIT-15 Infrared Camera With 15 Degree Lens
Flir T420bx-KIT-45 Infrared Camera With 45 Degree Lens
Flir T440bx KIT 15 Infrared Camera With 15 Degree Lens
Flir T440bx KIT 45 Infrared Camera With 45 Degree Lens
FLIR T620 Kit 15 Infrared camera With 15 Degree Lens
FLIR T620 KIT 45 Infrared Camer With 45 Degree Lens
FLIR T620 Thermal Imager With 45 Degree lens
FLIR T620 NIST Thermal Imager With 25 Degree Lens
Flir T640 Infrared Camera With 15 Degree Lens
Flir T640 Infrared Camera With 45 Degree Lens
Flir T640 Infrared Camera With NIST Calibration And 25 Degree Lens
Flir T640 Infrared Camera With NIST Calibration And 15 Degree Lens
Flir T640 Infrared Camera With NIST Calibration And 45 Degree Lens

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Table of contents
11 Warnings & Cautions .....................................................................................................................
52 Notice to user ..................................................................................................................................
63 Customer help ................................................................................................................................
74 Documentation updates .................................................................................................................
85 Important note about this manual .................................................................................................
96 Quick Start Guide ...........................................................................................................................
107 Parts lists .........................................................................................................................................
107.1 Contents of the transport case .............................................................................................
107.2 List of accessories ................................................................................................................
148 A note about ergonomics ..............................................................................................................
159 Camera parts ...................................................................................................................................
159.1 Rear view ..............................................................................................................................
179.2 Front view .............................................................................................................................
199.3 Bottom view ..........................................................................................................................
209.4 Battery condition indicator ...................................................................................................
219.5 Laser pointer .........................................................................................................................
2310 Screen elements .............................................................................................................................
2411 Navigating the menu system .........................................................................................................
2512 External devices and storage media ............................................................................................
2613 Pairing Bluetooth devices ..............................................................................................................
2714 Fetching data from external Extech meters .................................................................................
2914.1 Typical moisture measurement and documentation procedure ..........................................
3015 Handling the camera ......................................................................................................................
3015.1 Charging the battery .............................................................................................................
31
15.1.1 Using the combined power supply and battery charger to charge the battery
when it is inside the camera .................................................................................
32
15.1.2 Using the combined power supply and battery charger to charge the battery
when it is outside the camera ...............................................................................
3315.1.3 Using the stand-alone battery charger to charge the battery ..............................
3415.2 Inserting the battery ..............................................................................................................
3615.3 Removing the battery ...........................................................................................................
3815.4 Turning on and turning off the camera .................................................................................
3915.5 Adjusting the angle of lens ...................................................................................................
4015.6 Attaching the sunshield ........................................................................................................
4215.7 Using the laser pointer .........................................................................................................
4316 Working with images and folders .................................................................................................
4316.1 Adjusting the infrared camera focus ....................................................................................
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4416.2 Previewing an image ............................................................................................................
4516.3 Saving an image ...................................................................................................................
4616.4 Periodically saving an image ................................................................................................
4716.5 Opening an image ................................................................................................................
4816.6 Adjusting an image manually ...............................................................................................
5116.7 Hiding overlay graphics ........................................................................................................
5216.8 Deleting images ....................................................................................................................
5316.9 Creating an Adobe PDF report .............................................................................................
5417 Working with fusion ........................................................................................................................
5718 Recording video clips ....................................................................................................................
5819 Working with measurement tools and isotherms .......................................................................
5819.1 Setting up measurement tools .............................................................................................
5919.2 Setting up a difference calculation .......................................................................................
6019.3 Setting up isotherms ............................................................................................................
6319.4 Removing measurement tools .............................................................................................
6419.5 Moving measurement tools ..................................................................................................
6519.6 Resizing areas ......................................................................................................................
6619.7 Changing object parameters ................................................................................................
6820 Annotating images ..........................................................................................................................
6920.1 Adding a digital photo automatically ....................................................................................
7020.2 Adding a digital photo manually ..........................................................................................
7120.3 Adding a voice annotation ....................................................................................................
7220.4 Adding a table ......................................................................................................................
7420.5 Adding an text .......................................................................................................................
7520.6 Adding a sketch ....................................................................................................................
7621 Changing settings ..........................................................................................................................
7621.1 Changing camera settings ...................................................................................................
7721.2 Changing preferences ..........................................................................................................
7821.3 Changing connectivity ..........................................................................................................
7921.4 Changing regional settings ..................................................................................................
8022 Cleaning the camera ......................................................................................................................
8022.1 Camera housing, cables, and other items ...........................................................................
8122.2 Infrared lens ..........................................................................................................................
8222.3 Infrared detector ...................................................................................................................
8323 Technical data .................................................................................................................................
8424 Pin configurations ..........................................................................................................................
8825 Application examples .....................................................................................................................
8825.1 Moisture & water damage ....................................................................................................
8925.2 Faulty contact in socket ........................................................................................................
9025.3 Oxidized socket ....................................................................................................................
9125.4 Insulation deficiencies ..........................................................................................................
9225.5 Draft ......................................................................................................................................
9326 About FLIR Systems .......................................................................................................................
9426.1 More than just an infrared camera .......................................................................................
9526.2 Sharing our knowledge ........................................................................................................
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9526.3 Supporting our customers ...................................................................................................
9526.4 A few images from our facilities ...........................................................................................
9727 Glossary ...........................................................................................................................................
10128 Thermographic measurement techniques ...................................................................................
10128.1 Introduction ..........................................................................................................................
10128.2 Emissivity ..............................................................................................................................
10228.2.1 Finding the emissivity of a sample .......................................................................
10228.2.1.1 Step 1: Determining reflected apparent temperature .......................
10428.2.1.2 Step 2: Determining the emissivity ...................................................
10528.3 Reflected apparent temperature ..........................................................................................
10528.4 Distance ................................................................................................................................
10528.5 Relative humidity ..................................................................................................................
10528.6 Other parameters ..................................................................................................................
10629 History of infrared technology ......................................................................................................
11030 Theory of thermography ................................................................................................................
11030.1 Introduction ...........................................................................................................................
11030.2 The electromagnetic spectrum ............................................................................................
11130.3 Blackbody radiation ..............................................................................................................
11230.3.1 Planck’s law ..........................................................................................................
11330.3.2 Wien’s displacement law ......................................................................................
11530.3.3 Stefan-Boltzmann's law .........................................................................................
11630.3.4 Non-blackbody emitters .......................................................................................
11830.4 Infrared semi-transparent materials .....................................................................................
12031 The measurement formula .............................................................................................................
12632 Emissivity tables .............................................................................................................................
12632.1 References ............................................................................................................................
12632.2 Important note about the emissivity tables ..........................................................................
12732.3 Tables ....................................................................................................................................
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1 Warnings & Cautions
WARNING (Applies only to Class A digital devices.) This equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. It
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has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device
pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide
reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial
environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
interference in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take
whatever measures may be required to correct the interference.
■(Applies only to Class B digital devices.) This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular in-
stallation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
■Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
■Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
■Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
■Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
■(Applies only to digital devices subject to 15.19/RSS-210.) NOTICE: This device
complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1this device may not cause harmful interference, and
2this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
■(Applies only to digital devices subject to 15.21.) NOTICE:Changes or modifica-
tions made to this equipment not expressly approved by (manufacturer name)
may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment.
■(Applies only to digital devices subject to 2.1091/2.1093/OET Bulletin 65.) Radiofre-
quency radiation exposure Information: The radiated output power of the device
is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device
shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal
operation is minimized.
■(Applies only to cameras with laser pointer:) Do not look directly into the laser
beam. The laser beam can cause eye irritation.
■Applies only to cameras with battery:
■Do not disassemble or do a modification to the battery. The battery contains
safety and protection devices which, if they become damaged, can cause the
battery to become hot, or cause an explosion or an ignition.
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■If there is a leak from the battery and the fluid gets into your eyes, do not rub
your eyes. Flush well with water and immediately get medical care. The battery
fluid can cause injury to your eyes if you do not do this.
■Do not continue to charge the battery if it does not become charged in the
specified charging time. If you continue to charge the battery, it can become
hot and cause an explosion or ignition.
■Only use the correct equipment to discharge the battery. If you do not use the
correct equipment, you can decrease the performance or the life cycle of the
battery. If you do not use the correct equipment, an incorrect flow of current
to the battery can occur. This can cause the battery to become hot, or cause
an explosion and injury to persons.
■Make sure that you read all applicable MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) and
warning labels on containers before you use a liquid: the liquids can be dangerous.
■If mounting the A3xx pt/A3xx f series camera on a pole, tower or any elevated lo-
cation, use industry standard safe practices to avoid injuries.
CAUTION ■Do not point the infrared camera (with or without the lens cover) at intensive energy
sources, for example devices that emit 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.
■Do not use the camera in a temperature higher than +50°C (+122°F), unless
specified otherwise in the user documentation. High temperatures can cause
damage to the camera.
■(Applies only to cameras with laser pointer:) Protect the laser pointer with the
protective cap when you do not operate the laser pointer.
■Applies only to cameras with battery:
■Do not attach the batteries directly to a car’s cigarette lighter socket, unless a
specific adapter for connecting the batteries to a cigarette lighter socket is
provided by FLIR Systems.
■Do not connect the positive terminal and the negative terminal of the battery
to each other with a metal object (such as wire).
■Do not get water or salt water on the battery, or permit the battery to get wet.
■Do not make holes in the battery with objects. Do not hit the battery with a
hammer. Do not step on the battery, or apply strong impacts or shocks to it.
■Do not put the batteries in or near a fire, or into direct sunlight. When the battery
becomes hot, the built-in safety equipment becomes energized and can stop
the battery charging process. If the battery becomes hot, damage can occur
to the safety equipment and this can cause more heat, damage or ignition of
the battery.
■Do not put the battery on a fire or increase the temperature of the battery with
heat.
■Do not put the battery on or near fires, stoves, or other high-temperature loca-
tions.
■Do not solder directly onto the battery.
■Do not use the battery if, when you use, charge, or store the battery, there is
an unusual smell from the battery, the battery feels hot, changes color, changes
shape, or is in an unusual condition. Contact your sales office if one or more
of these problems occurs.
■Only use a specified battery charger when you charge the battery.
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■The temperature range through which you can charge the battery is ±0°C to
+45°C (+32°F to +113°F), unless specified otherwise in the user documenta-
tion. If you charge the battery at temperatures out of this range, it can cause
the battery to become hot or to break. It can also decrease the performance
or the life cycle of the battery.
■The temperature range through which you can discharge the battery is −15°C
to +50°C (+5°F to +122°F), unless specified otherwise in the user documen-
tation. Use of the battery out of this temperature range can decrease the per-
formance or the life cycle of the battery.
■When the battery is worn, apply insulation to the terminals with adhesive tape
or similar materials before you discard it.
■Remove any water or moisture on the battery before you install it.
■Do not apply solvents or similar liquids to the camera, the cables, or other items.
This can cause damage.
■Be careful when you clean the infrared lens. The lens has a delicate anti-reflective
coating.
■Do not clean the infrared lens too vigorously. This can damage the anti-reflective
coating.
■In furnace and other high-temperature applications, you must mount a heatshield
on the camera. Using the camera in furnace and other high-temperature applica-
tions without a heatshield can cause damage to the camera.
■(Applies only to cameras with an automatic shutter that can be disabled.) Do not
disable the automatic shutter in the camera for a prolonged time period (typically
max. 30 minutes). Disabling the shutter for a longer time period may harm, or ir-
reparably damage, the detector.
■The encapsulation rating is valid only when all openings on the camera are sealed
with their designated covers, hatches, or caps. This includes, but is not limited
to, compartments for data storage, batteries, and connectors.
■(Applies only to FLIR A3xx f/A3xx pt series cameras.)
■Except as described in this manual, do not open the FLIR A3xx pt/A3xx f series
camera for any reason. Disassembly of the camera (including removal of the
cover) can cause permanent damage and will void the warranty.
■Do not to leave fingerprints on the FLIR A3xx pt/A3xx f series camera’s infrared
optics.
■The FLIR A3xx pt/A3xx f series camera requires a power supply of 24 VDC.
Operating the camera outside of the specified input voltage range or the
specified operating temperature range can cause permanent damage.
■When lifting the FLIR A3xx pt series camera use the camera body and base,
not the tubes.
■(Applies only to FLIR GF309 cameras.) CAUTION: The exceptionally wide temper-
ature range of the FLIR GF309 infrared camera is designed for performing highly
accurate electrical and mechanical inspections and can also “see through flames”
for inspecting gas-fired furnaces, chemical heaters and coal-fired boilers. IN ORDER
TO DERIVE ACCURATE TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENTS IN THESE ENVIRON-
MENTS THE GF309 OPERATOR MUST HAVE A STRONG UNDERSTANDING OF
RADIOMETRIC FUNDAMENTALS AS WELL AS THE PRODUCTS AND CONDI-
TIONS OF COMBUSTION THAT IMPACT REMOTE TEMPERATURE MEASURE-
MENT. The Infrared Training Center (itc) offers a wide range of world class infrared
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training for thermography professionals including GF309 operators. For more in-
formation about obtaining the training and certification you require, contact your
FLIR sales representative or itc at www.infraredtraining.com.
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2 Notice to user
Typographical
conventions
This manual uses the following typographical conventions:
Semibold is used for menu names, menu commands and labels, and buttons in
dialog boxes.
■
■Italic is used for important information.
■Monospace is used for code samples.
■UPPER CASE is used for names on keys and buttons.
User-to-user
forums
Exchange ideas, problems, and infrared solutions with fellow thermographers around
the world in our user-to-user forums. To go to the forums, visit:
http://www.infraredtraining.com/community/boards/
Calibration (This notice only applies to cameras with measurement capabilities.)
We recommend that you send in the camera for calibration once a year. Contact
your local sales office for instructions on where to send the camera.
Accuracy (This notice only applies to cameras with measurement capabilities.)
For very accurate results, we recommend that you wait 5 minutes after you have
started the camera before measuring a temperature.
For cameras where the detector is cooled by a mechanical cooler, this time period
excludes the time it takes to cool down the detector.
Disposal of
electronic waste
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As with most electronic products, this equipment must be disposed of in an environ-
mentally friendly way, and in accordance with existing regulations for electronic waste.
Please contact your FLIR Systems representative for more details.
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3 Customer help
General For customer help, visit:
http://support.flir.com
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 knowledge-
base 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 informa-
tion to hand:
■The camera model
■The camera serial number
■The communication protocol, or method, between the camera and your PC (for
example, HDMI, Ethernet, USB™, or FireWire™)
■Operating system on your PC
■Microsoft®Office version
■Full name, publication number, and revision number of the manual
Downloads On the customer help site you can also download the following:
■Firmware updates for your infrared camera
■Program updates for your PC software
■User documentation
■Application stories
■Technical publications
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4 Documentation updates
General Our manuals are updated several times per year, and we also issue product-critical
notifications of changes on a regular basis.
To access the latest manuals and notifications, go to the Download tab at:
http://support.flir.com
It only takes a few minutes to register online. In the download area you will also find
the latest releases of manuals for our other products, as well as manuals for our
historical and obsolete products.
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5Important note about this manual
General 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.
NOTE FLIR Systems reserves the right to discontinue models, software, parts or accessories,
and other items, or to change specifications and/or functionality at any time without
prior notice.
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6 Quick Start Guide
Procedure Follow this procedure to get started right away:
Charge the battery for four hours.1
Insert the battery into the camera.2
Insert an SD Memory Card into the card slot at the bottom of the camera.3
Push the On/Off button to turn on the camera. Allow 45 seconds for the
startup sequence.
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Aim the camera toward your target of interest.5
Push the Preview/Save button halfway down to autofocus the camera.6
Push the Preview/Save button fully down to save an image.7
Do one of the following:
■Remove the SD Memory Card and insert it into a card reader connected
to a computer.
■Connect a computer to the camera using a USB Mini-B cable.
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Move the image from the card or camera using a drag-and-drop operation.9
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7 Parts lists
7.1 Contents of the transport case
■Battery (2 ea.)
■Battery charger
■Bluetooth headset*
■Calibration certificate
■Camera lens cap
■Downloads brochure
■FLIR ResearchIR software*
■FLIR Tools software
■Hard transport case
■Infrared camera with lens
■Memory card
■Neckstrap
■Power supply, incl. multi-plugs
■Printed Getting Started Guide
■Printed Important Information Guide
■Service & training brochure
■Sunshield
■USB cable
■User documentation CD-ROM
■Video cable
■Warranty extension card
* The inclusion of this item is dependent on model.
NOTE: FLIR Systems reserves the right to discontinue models, parts or accessories, and other items, or
to change specifications at any time without prior notice.
7.2 List of accessories
This section contains a list of accessories that you can purchase for your camera.
■1123970 Sun shield
■1124544 Neck strap
■1124545 Pouch
■1196398 Battery
■1196818 Lens cap camera
■1196895 Hard transport case for FLIR T/B2xx-4xx
■1196960 IR lens, f = 10 mm, 45° incl. case
■1196961 IR lens, f = 30 mm, 15° incl. case
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