FLIR TG297 User manual

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USER MANUAL
Automotive
Diagnostic
Thermal Camera
Models TG267 and TG297

USER MANUAL
Automotive Diagnostic
Thermal Camera
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Table of contents
1 Advisories ..........................................................................1
1.1 Copyright..................................................................1
1.2 Quality Assurance ...................................................... 1
1.3 Documentation ..........................................................1
1.4 Disposal of Electronic Waste.........................................1
2 Introduction........................................................................2
3 Safety ................................................................................3
3.1 Safety Warnings and Cautions.......................................3
4 Description.........................................................................4
4.1 Product Description.....................................................4
4.2 Control Button Descriptions ..........................................5
4.3 Display Description ..................................................... 5
5 Operation...........................................................................7
5.1 Camera Power ........................................................... 7
5.2 IR Camera and Thermometer ........................................ 7
5.3 High Temperature Switch (TG297).................................. 8
5.4 Type-K Thermocouple Measurements (TG267) .................8
5.5 Visible Spectrum Camera ........................................... 10
5.6 Capturing and Working with Images.............................. 10
6 Programming Menu System ............................................... 12
6.1 Menu System Basics ................................................. 12
6.2 Main Menu.............................................................. 12
6.3 Settings Sub-Menu ................................................... 14
7 Bluetooth® Communication and FLIR Tools™ ...................... 20
7.1 FCC Compliance ...................................................... 20
8 Field Firmware Updates ..................................................... 22
8.1 System Firmware Update ........................................... 22
9 Maintenance..................................................................... 23
9.1 Cleaning................................................................. 23
9.2 Battery Considerations and Service .............................. 23
9.3 Reset the Camera..................................................... 23
10 Specifications................................................................... 24
10.1 Imaging and Optical Specifications............................... 24
10.2 Detector Specifications .............................................. 24
10.3 Image Presentation Specifications................................ 24
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10.4 Measurement Specifications ....................................... 25
10.5 Measurement Analysis Specifications ........................... 25
10.6 Type-K specifications (TG267 only) .............................. 25
10.7 Configuration Specifications........................................ 26
10.8 Image Storage Specifications ...................................... 26
10.9 Digital Camera Specifications...................................... 26
10.10 Flashlight Specifications............................................. 26
10.11 Laser Pointer Specifications........................................ 27
10.12 Data Communication and Interface Specifications ........... 27
10.13 Rechargeable Battery Specifications ............................ 27
10.14 Environmental Specifications ...................................... 27
10.15 Physical Specifications .............................................. 29
10.16 Included Equipment .................................................. 29
11 Appendices ...................................................................... 30
11.1 Emissivity Factors for Common Materials....................... 30
11.2 IR Energy and Imaging Overview ................................. 30
12 2–10 Extended Warranty .................................................... 32
13 Customer Support............................................................. 33
13.1 Corporate Headquarters ............................................ 33
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Advisories
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1.1 Copyright
©2019, FLIR Systems, Inc. All rights reserved worldwide. No parts of the
software including source code may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed
or translated into any language or computer language in any form or by any
means, electronic, magnetic, optical, manual or otherwise, without the prior
written permission of FLIR Systems.
The documentation must not, in whole or part, be copied, photocopied, repro-
duced, translated or transmitted to any electronic medium or machine-read-
able form without prior consent, in writing, from FLIR Systems. 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 property of their respective owners.
1.2 Quality Assurance
The Quality Management System under which these products are developed
and manufactured 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 prod-
ucts without prior notice.
1.3 Documentation
To access the latest manuals and notifications, go to the Download tab at:
https://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.
1.4 Disposal of Electronic Waste
As with most electronic products, this equipment must be disposed
of in an environmentally friendly way, and in accordance with existing
regulations for electronic waste. Please contact your FLIR Systems
representative for more details.
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Introduction
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The FLIR TG267 and TG297 are Automotive Diagnostic Thermal Cameras
which combine non-contact temperature measurement and thermal imaging
into one troubleshooting tool to help you quickly find the source of heat-re-
lated problems and spot potential faults when performing automotive mainte-
nance and repair.
The FLIR TG267 adds Type-K thermocouple contact temperature
measurements.
The FLIR TG297 offers a high temperature range to 1886℉(1080℃).
Visit https://support.flir.com/prodreg to register your instrument and to extend
the standard one-year warranty to the 2-10 Year Warranty.
Features
• See beyond the limitations of single-spot IR thermometers with a 160 x 120
pixel true thermal imager (Lepton® microbolometer with integrated
shutter)
• Visible spectrum 2M pixel digital camera
• Adjustable MSX® (Multi-Spectral Dynamic Imaging) adds key details from
the visible spectrum camera to the IR image to help you diagnose
problems
• 3 presets and 1 custom emissivity setting
• LED Work light
• Laser pointer and cross-hair display for easy targeting of measurement
spot
• Type-K thermocouple contact measurements (TG267)
• High temperature lever switch (TG297) engages high temperature mode
• 4 GB internal memory for storing captured images
• USB–C connectivity for image transfer and charging
• Bluetooth® real-time remote temperature monitoring and camera image
transmission to mobile devices
• Easy to read 320 x 240 2.4” TFT color LCD display
• Intuitive programming menu system translated in more than 21 languages
• IP54 enclosure (with top flap closed) protects from dirt, dust, and oil
• Rechargeable lithium battery
• Auto power off (APO), user adjustable
• Accessory mounting for tripods, extender poles, etc.
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Safety
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3.1 Safety Warnings and Cautions
WARNING
⚠This symbol, adjacent to another symbol indicates the user must refer to the manual for
further information.
WARNING
The instrument’s IP54 rating is only in affect when the top flap (covering the USB-C and
Thermocouple jacks) is completely sealed. Do not operate the instrument with the flap
open, except for charging, PC interface, or Type-K thermocouple use.
CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified
herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
CAUTION
Use extreme caution when the Laser pointer is on.
CAUTION
Do not point the Laser beam toward anyone's eye or allow the beam to strike the eye from
a reflective surface.
CAUTION
Do not use the Laser near explosive gases or in other potentially explosive areas.
CAUTION
Refer to the CAUTION statement label (shown below) for critical safety information.
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Description
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4.1 Product Description
Figure 4.1 Imaging IR Thermometer Description (TG297 pictured)
1. Display area
2. Return button (to back up in the menu system)
3. Laser pointer button
4. Up/Down Navigation buttons and Power button (long press)/Menu button
(short press)
5. Lanyard post
6. Accessory mount
7. High temperature lever switch (TG297)
8. 160 x 120 pixel Lepton® IR camera
9. Laser pointer with circular target-spot assist
10. USB-C and Thermocouple jack compartment
11. Spot thermal sensor
12. Work light (LED)
13. 2M pixel visible spectrum camera
14. Image capture trigger (also used to exit the menu system)
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4.2 Control Button Descriptions
Long press to power ON or OFF
Short press to access the menu system
Return button. Back out to previous screen in menus
Press to scroll upward in the menus
Press to scroll downward in the menus
Press to activate the Laser pointer
TRIGGER
Pull trigger to capture camera image
Pull trigger to exit the menu system
4.3 Display Description
Figure 4.2 Display Description
1. Menu area
2. Date and time
3. Battery status indicators
4. Bluetooth® active
5. Image storage space status indicator
6. USB connection active
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7. Camera image area
8. Center spot cross-hairs
9. Laser Pointer active
10. Center spot temperature measurement
11. Thermocouple measurement (TG267)
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5.1 Camera Power
Power is supplied by a rechargeable lithium battery. Long press the power
button (center) to switch the camera ON or OFF. If the camera does not power
ON, charge the battery by connecting to an AC wall charger using the sup-
plied USB-C cable. The USB-C jack is located in the top compartment. Do not
use the camera while it is charging. When the top flap is closed, the camera is
rated IP54 for encapsulation. See Section 9.2, Battery Considerations and
Service, for more information.
The camera has an Auto Power OFF (APO) utility that switches it OFF auto-
matically if no buttons are pressed for the duration of the selected APO time.
Use the menu system (under Device Settings) To set the APO timer. See Sec-
tion 6, Programming Menu System, for more information.
5.2 IR Camera and Thermometer
Figure 5.1 Combined Thermal and Visible Image (MSX®)
1. Long press the power button to switch the camera ON.
2. If not already selected, choose the Thermal plus Visible Image mode in
the menu system (under Image Adjustments/Image Mode). You can adjust
the MSX® (Multi-Spectral Dynamic Imaging) alignment in the Image
Mode area of the menu.
3. Point the camera toward the test area and scan as desired. View the cam-
era image on the display.
4. Use the cross-hair icon to target a spot. If the cross-hairs are not shown,
enable the center spot in the menu system (under Measurement).
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5. Press the Laser pointer button to switch ON the Laser pointer. The Laser
pointer has a circular spot indicating the area that is being monitored for
temperature. See the Laser pointer image example below in Figure 5.2. If
the Laser beam does not appear when the button is pressed, enable it in
the menu system (under Device Settings).
6. The temperature reading on the display represents the measurement of
the targeted spot. See Figure 5–1.
7. The distance-to-spot ratio is 24:1 (TG267) or 30:1 (TG297) and the mini-
mum target distance is 10.2 in. (26 cm).
8. To measure higher than 752℉(400℃) on the TG297 use the High Tem-
perature Switch, see Section 5.3 below.
9. If a measurement is out of range, the display will show ‘OL’.
10. To adjust the Emissivity, use the menu system (under Measurement).
11. To change the display color palette, use the menu system (under Image
Adjustments/Colors).
Figure 5.2 Laser pointer with temperature measurement spot
5.3 High Temperature Switch (TG297)
1. To access the high temperature mode of the TG297, slide the lever to the
right (to expose the red color code).
2. The lever is located directly below the lens area and above the image cap-
ture trigger.
3. When engaged, the high end of the temperature range (>752℉[400℃])
is accessible.
5.4 Type-K Thermocouple Measurements (TG267)
WARNING
Note the temperature range limit printed on the thermocouple connector (or verify the
range with the manufacturer). The supplied probe cannot be used to measure temperature
through the entire display range listed in the specification section of this manual; measur-
ing temperature beyond the range printed on the thermocouple connector can damage the
probe and the TG267. If the thermocouple does not include a range label, please contact
FLIR technical support.
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WARNING
To avoid electrical shock, do not use this instrument when working near voltages > 24V
AC/DC. Do not allow the thermocouple to touch live circuitry.
WARNING
To avoid damage and burns, do not make temperature measurements in microwave ovens.
CAUTION
Repeated flexing can break the thermocouple leads. To prolong lead life, avoid sharp
bends, especially near the connector.
Figure 5.3 Supplied Type-K Thermocouple
Figure 5.4 Thermocouple temperature readout (33.7℃, in this example)
1. If necessary, enable the thermocouple mode in the menu system (under
Measurement). The thermocouple is enabled when the ‘TC’ label is shown
on the display.
2. Connect a Type-K thermocouple sub-miniature plug (see Figure 5.3) to
the jack in the top compartment.
3. Touch the thermocouple probe tip to the surface under test or hold it in air.
Read the temperature value on the display next to the ‘TC’ label, see Fig-
ure 5–4.
4. Go to General Settings in the menu system to select °C or °F temperature
units.
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5. If the thermocouple is not connected when the Type-K mode is selected,
the display will show dashes in place of a reading. If the measurement is
out of range, the display will show ‘OL’.
6. To find the optimum emissivity setting for a given surface, take an IR tem-
perature measurement and then take a Type-K measurement. Adjust the
emissivity until the IR measurement value equals the Type-K measure-
ment value. Now the emissivity is optimized. Emissivity can be set in the
menu system (under Measurement).
5.5 Visible Spectrum Camera
Figure 5.5 Visible Spectrum Digital Camera Image
1. Long press the power button to switch the camera ON.
2. Select the Visible Image mode in the menu system (under Image Adjust-
ments/Image Mode).
3. Point the camera toward the test area and scan as desired.
4. View the image on the display, see Figure 5–5. Pull the image capture
trigger to save an image. Refer to Section 5.6, Capturing and Working with
Images, (next) for more information.
5.6 Capturing and Working with Images
1. To capture a camera image, pull and release the trigger. Note that an im-
age cannot be saved if a USB cable is connected.
2. After a successful capture, a display confirmation will briefly appear show-
ing the filename for the image.
3. The image is now stored in the internal memory.
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4. To send/view/delete images, access the Gallery mode in the main menu.
In the Gallery, scroll through the stored images with the arrows and open
an image with the MENU button. Once an image is opened, press MENU
again to see the SEND/CANCEL/DELETE/DELETE ALL IMAGES menu.
Select the SEND command to transmit an image, via Bluetooth®, to a
paired mobile device. Select the DELETE or DELETE ALL IMAGES com-
mand to erase the selected image or all of the stored images. Press CAN-
CEL to return to the previous screen.
5. You can send images to a mobile device using Bluetooth® (see Section 7,
Bluetooth®) or you can transfer images to your PC by connecting to a PC
using the supplied USB-C cable. The USB jack is located at the top com-
partment. Once connected to the PC you can use the camera as you
would any external storage device.
Note: Device is not 100% compatible with Mac OS, please do not format its in-
ternal memory via Mac OS.
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Programming Menu System
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6.1 Menu System Basics
Short press the MENU button to access the menu system. Use the MENU
button to switch settings ON or OFF, use the Return button to move to the pre-
vious screen, and use the arrows to scroll. The MENU button is used in some
cases to confirm settings. Use the trigger to exit the menu system.
6.2 Main Menu
•LIGHT: Short press MENU to switch the Work light ON or OFF.
•GALLERY: Press MENU to access the stored images. Use the arrow but-
tons to scroll through the stored images and use the MENU button to open
an image. Press MENU at an opened image to see the SEND/CANCEL/
DELETE/DELETE ALL IMAGES menu. Select SEND to transmit the se-
lected image to a mobile device (see Section 7, Bluetooth® and Section
5.6, Capturing and Working with Images, for more information).
•IMAGE ADJUSTMENTS: Press MENU to access IMAGE MODES (includ-
ing MSX® alignment) and COLORS, see below:
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Programming Menu System
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1. Image Modes: Press MENU at IMAGE MODES and use the arrow buttons
to select VISIBLE IMAGE or THERMAL PLUS VISIBLE IMAGE (MSX®).
2. MSX® Alignment: While at the Image Mode menu you can adjust the
MSX® alignment so that the thermal image and the visible image are
aligned accurately. While viewing the THERMAL PLUS VISIBLE IMAGE
screen in the menu, press MENU to access the MSX® adjustment screen
and then use the arrow buttons to adjust the alignment. Press MENU to
confirm.
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