FLIR VS290-2x User manual

USER MANUAL
Thermal
Videoscope Kits
Kit nos. VS290–2x and VS290–3x

USER MANUAL
Thermal Videoscope Kits
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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
2.1 Supplied Items and Accessories ....................................2
2.2 Product Features ........................................................ 3
3 Safety ................................................................................4
3.1 Safety Notes.............................................................. 4
4 Product Description ............................................................6
4.1 Videoscope Display Description.....................................6
4.2 Control Buttons ..........................................................7
4.2.1 Power Button .................................................. 7
4.2.2 Return Button..................................................7
4.2.3 Gallery Button ................................................. 7
4.2.4 Worklight Button .............................................. 7
4.2.5 Navigation Pad ................................................7
4.3 Top Compartment .......................................................8
4.4 VSC-IR21 Thermal Camera Probe.................................. 8
4.5 VSC-IR32 Thermal MSX Camera Probe...........................9
4.6 VSC-IR33 Thermal MSX Camera Probe...........................9
4.7 Display Description ................................................... 10
5 Battery Charging and Use .................................................. 12
6 Quick Steps...................................................................... 13
7 Programming Menus ......................................................... 15
7.1 Basic Navigation ...................................................... 15
7.2 Main Menu.............................................................. 15
7.3 Image Rotation Menu ................................................ 15
7.4 Image Mode Menu.................................................... 16
7.5 Color Palette Menu ................................................... 17
7.6 Measurements Menu................................................. 18
7.7 Temperature Scale Menu ........................................... 20
7.8 Settings Menu Overview ............................................ 20
7.9 Settings Menu.......................................................... 21
7.9.1 Recording Mode Sub-Menu ............................. 21
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7.9.2 Measurement Parameters Sub-Menu ................. 22
7.9.3 Save Options Sub-Menu.................................. 23
7.9.4 Device Settings Sub-Menu............................... 24
8 Taking Measurements ........................................................ 29
8.1 Charge and Install the Battery ..................................... 29
8.2 Power-up Display Configuration ................................... 29
8.3 Programming the Instrument ....................................... 29
8.4 Positioning the Probe into the Test area ......................... 30
9 Isothermal Alarms ............................................................. 32
9.1 Isotherms Overview .................................................. 32
9.2 Isotherm Screen Shots .............................................. 32
10 Working with Images and Video .......................................... 33
10.1 General SD Card Usage Information ............................. 33
10.2 Capturing Images and Video ....................................... 33
10.3 Viewing Images and Video ......................................... 34
10.4 Transferring Images and Video .................................... 34
11 MSX Imaging Technology ................................................... 36
12 Specifications................................................................... 37
13 CUSTOMER SUPPORT ....................................................... 40
14 Firmware Updates ............................................................. 41
15 Warranty and Product Registration...................................... 42
15.1 2–10 Extended Warranty ............................................ 42
15.2 Product Registration.................................................. 42
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Advisories
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1.1 Copyright
©2021 Teledyne FLIR LLC. All rights reserved worldwide.
No parts of the software including source code may be reproduced, transmit-
ted, 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 Teledyne FLIR LLC.
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 Teledyne FLIR LLC. Names
and marks appearing on the products herein are either registered trademarks
or trademarks of Teledyne FLIR LLC and/or its subsidiaries. All other trade-
marks, trade names or company names referenced herein are used for identi-
fication 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 stand-
ard. Teledyne FLIR LLC 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.
1.3 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 Teledyne FLIR
LLC representative for more details.
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Introduction
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Thank you for selecting the VS290–2x or VS290–3x Thermal Videoscope kit.
The kit includes one VS290–00 Videoscope Display, accessories, and one of
the following camera probes:
• VSC–IR21 Thermal Camera Probe with 19 mm diameter Round Tip (For-
ward View).
• VSC-IR32 Thermal MSX®CAT IV Camera Probe with Rectangle Tip (Side
View).
• VSC-IR33 Thermal MSX®CAT IV Camera Probe with 19 mm diameter
Round Tip (Side View).
The Thermal Videoscope kit is the first industrial inspection Videoscope with
Thermal, Visual, and MSX technology. It is a rugged, high quality, and reliable
visual inspection instrument that improves productivity and reduces diagnos-
tic time for facility diagnostics, utilities, manufacturing, public safety, and in-
spection service industries.
Please update the VS290–00 Videoscope Display’s firmware, as explained in
Section 14, before first use and periodically thereafter, to ensure optimum
performance.
Please register your purchases and review the product warranty before use,
see Section 15.
2.1 Supplied Items and Accessories
The kit includes the following:
• Videoscope Display
• Camera probe
• Li ion rechargeable batteries (2)
• Battery charger (two bays)
• AC power supply
• USB-C cable
• SD card
• Software: License card for ‘FLIR Thermal Studio Standard’, 1 Year
Subscription
• Wrist strap
• Hard-shell carry-case for all items
• Printed Quick Start document
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2.2 Product Features
• 160 x 120 IR imaging resolution.
• MSX (Multi-Spectral Dynamic Imaging) on VSC-IR32 and VSC-IR33
probes.
• Thermal IR-only camera on VSC-IR21 probe.
• Probes include flexible points and are low-profile.
• -10℃to 400℃(14℉to 752℉) temperature range.
• 57° x 44° field of view (FOV).
• Automatic hot/cold spotting and Isotherm (color) alarms.
• CAT IV 600 V safety rating (VS290-32 and VS290-33 only).
• IP67 rated camera probe (IP54 rated Videoscope Display).
• LED worklight (VSC-IR32 and VSC-IR33 probes only).
• Longer than five (5) hours of battery operation on one charge.
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Safety
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3.1 Safety Notes
• Before operating the device, you must read, understand, and follow all in-
structions, dangers, warnings, cautions, and notes.
• FLIR Systems reserves the right to discontinue models, parts or accesso-
ries, and other items, or to change specifications at any time without prior
notice.
• This product conforms to UL STD 61010-1 and is certified to CSA STD
C22.2, no. 61010-1.
WARNING
This product is a battery operated digital thermal camera intended for special use. The kit
includes the VS290–00 Videoscope Display, camera probe, and accessories as listed in
the Specifications section.
The VS290-32 and VS290-33 are suitable for use in CAT IV 600 V environments.
The VS290-21 is not intended for use in high voltage (> 600 V AC) environments. Personal
injury, damage to the camera, and damage to external equipment can result.
WARNING
• Do not operate the device if you do not have the correct knowledge. Incorrect operation
of the device can cause damage and injury to persons.
• Do not use the device if it show signs of damage. Injury to persons can occur.
• Be careful working near voltages > 25 V AC or 35 V DC. There is a risk of shock from
these voltages. Injury to persons can occur.
CAUTION
Battery Safety
Do not incinerate or disassemble batteries. Batteries can explode or otherwise release
toxic materials.
Do not short circuit batteries, this may cause burns.
Attention. Ne pas incinérer ni démonter les piles. Les batteries peuvent exploser
ou libérer des matières toxiques.
Ne court-circuitez pas les piles, cela pourrait provoquer des brûlures.
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