Fluke TiX520 User manual

February 2015
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TiX520, TiX560
Expert Series Thermal Imager
Users Manual

LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
Each Fluke product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. The warranty period is two years and begins on the date of
shipment. Parts, product repairs, and services are warranted for 90 days. This warranty extends only to the original buyer or end-user customer of a Fluke authorized reseller, and
does not apply to fuses, disposable batteries, or to any product which, in Fluke's opinion, has been misused, altered, neglected, contaminated, or damaged by accident or abnormal
conditions of operation or handling. Fluke warrants that software will operate substantially in accordance with its functional specifications for 90 days and that it has been properly
recorded on non-defective media. Fluke does not warrant that software will be error free or operate without interruption.
Fluke authorized resellers shall extend this warranty on new and unused products to end-user customers only but have no authority to extend a greater or different warranty on
behalf of Fluke. Warranty support is available only if product is purchased through a Fluke authorized sales outlet or Buyer has paid the applicable international price. Fluke
reserves the right to invoice Buyer for importation costs of repair/replacement parts when product purchased in one country is submitted for repair in another country.
Fluke's warranty obligation is limited, at Fluke's option, to refund of the purchase price, free of charge repair, or replacement of a defective product which is returned to a Fluke
authorized service center within the warranty period.
To obtain warranty service, contact your nearest Fluke authorized service center to obtain return authorization information, then send the product to that service center, with a
description of the difficulty, postage and insurance prepaid (FOB Destination). Fluke assumes no risk for damage in transit. Following warranty repair, the product will be returned to
Buyer, transportation prepaid (FOB Destination). If Fluke determines that failure was caused by neglect, misuse, contamination, alteration, accident, or abnormal condition of
operation or handling, including overvoltage failures caused by use outside the product’s specified rating, or normal wear and tear of mechanical components, Fluke will provide an
estimate of repair costs and obtain authorization before commencing the work. Following repair, the product will be returned to the Buyer transportation prepaid and the Buyer will
be billed for the repair and return transportation charges (FOB Shipping Point).
THIS WARRANTY IS BUYER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. FLUKE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT,
INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES, INCLUDING LOSS OF DATA, ARISING FROM ANY CAUSE OR THEORY.
Since some countries or states do not allow limitation of the term of an implied warranty, or exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, the limitations and
exclusions of this warranty may not apply to every buyer. If any provision of this Warranty is held invalid or unenforceable by a court or other decision-maker of competent
jurisdiction, such holding will not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision.
Fluke Corporation
P.O. Box 9090
Everett, WA 98206-9090
U.S.A.
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P.O. Box 1186
5602 BD Eindhoven
The Netherlands
11/99
To register your product online, visit http://register.fluke.com.

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Table of Contents
Title Page
Introduction.................................................................................................................... 1
How to Contact Fluke .................................................................................................... 2
Safety Information.......................................................................................................... 2
Operation in Extreme Conditions .............................................................................. 3
Radio Frequency Data .............................................................................................. 3
Accessories ................................................................................................................... 5
Before You Start ............................................................................................................ 6
Battery ...................................................................................................................... 7
Two-Bay Battery Charger Base............................................................................ 7
On-Imager AC Power Socket ............................................................................... 7
Optional 12 V Vehicle Charger............................................................................. 8
Features and Controls .............................................................................................. 10
Power On and Off ..................................................................................................... 11
Focus ........................................................................................................................ 11
Image Capture Button............................................................................................... 12
Control Buttons ......................................................................................................... 12
Touch Screen............................................................................................................ 15
How to Use the Menus.............................................................................................. 16
Neck Strap ................................................................................................................ 16
Image Capture............................................................................................................... 17

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IR-PhotoNotes™....................................................................................................... 17
Voice Annotation (Recording) ................................................................................... 18
Listen to a Voice Annotation (Recording).................................................................. 18
Edit Captured Infrared Image.................................................................................... 18
Save Captured Infrared Image.................................................................................. 19
Micro SD Memory Card ................................................................................................. 19
Temperature Measurement ........................................................................................... 19
SmartView

Software .................................................................................................... 20
Menus ............................................................................................................................ 20
Measurement Menu .................................................................................................. 20
Range................................................................................................................... 20
Level/Span ........................................................................................................... 21
Emissivity Adjustment .......................................................................................... 22
Background (Reflected Background Temperature Compensation) ...................... 23
Transmission/Transmittance Adjustment ............................................................. 24
Spot Temperatures............................................................................................... 24
Center Box ........................................................................................................... 24
Markers ................................................................................................................ 25
Image Menu .............................................................................................................. 26
Palette .................................................................................................................. 26
IR-Fusion®Technology ........................................................................................ 27
Color Alarms ........................................................................................................ 27
Display Graphics Presentation ............................................................................. 28
Logo ..................................................................................................................... 29
Distance ............................................................................................................... 29
Camera Menu ........................................................................................................... 29
Auto Focus ........................................................................................................... 29
Backlight............................................................................................................... 30
Video .................................................................................................................... 30
HDMI .................................................................................................................... 31
Auto Capture ........................................................................................................ 31
Wireless Connectivity ........................................................................................... 32
Memory Menu ........................................................................................................... 33
Review Image Files .............................................................................................. 33

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Edit Image Files ................................................................................................... 33
Delete Image Files ............................................................................................... 33
Settings Menu........................................................................................................... 34
Units..................................................................................................................... 34
File Format ........................................................................................................... 34
Auto Off................................................................................................................ 35
Localization .......................................................................................................... 35
Image Storage...................................................................................................... 36
Advanced Settings ............................................................................................... 36
Fluke Connect™ Wireless System............................................................................ 38
Fluke Connect App............................................................................................... 38
Fluke Connect Tools ............................................................................................ 38
Remote Control.............................................................................................................. 39
Maintenance .................................................................................................................. 39
How to Clean the Case ............................................................................................. 40
Battery Care.............................................................................................................. 40
General Specifications................................................................................................... 41
Detailed Specifications .................................................................................................. 43

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List of Tables
Table Title Page
1. Symbols ................................................................................................................................ 4
2. Accessories .......................................................................................................................... 5
3. Bottom Panel ........................................................................................................................ 9
4. Features................................................................................................................................ 10
5. Controls ................................................................................................................................ 13
6. Touch Targets....................................................................................................................... 15
7. Level and Span Settings ....................................................................................................... 22
8. Palettes................................................................................................................................. 26

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List of Figures
Figure Title Page
1. Laser Warning ...................................................................................................................... 2
2. Add-On Lens Installation....................................................................................................... 6
3. Adjustable Neck Strap .......................................................................................................... 16

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Introduction
The Fluke TiX520 and TiX560 Expert Series Thermal
Imagers (the Product or Imager) are handheld, infrared
imaging cameras for use in multiple applications. These
applications include equipment troubleshooting, preventive
and predictive maintenance, building diagnostics, and
research and development.
The lens is able to swivel 180°independently from the
display to take measurements in hard-to-reach areas. With
wireless connectivity, you have several options for how to
manage and share these measurements.
Productivity Features
•Voice Annotation/Reviewable playback on Imager
(requires Bluetooth headset)
•IR-PhotoNotes™
•Fluke Connect™ / WIFI connectivity
•Streaming video
•Remote control and operation
Image Presentation
•Standard Palettes: Red, Grayscale, Inverted
Grayscale, High Contrast, Amber, Inverted Amber, Hot
Metal, Ironbow
•Ultra Contrast™ Palettes: Blue-Red Ultra, Grayscale
Ultra, Inverted Grayscale Ultra, High Contrast Ultra,
Amber Ultra, Inverted Amber Ultra, Hot Metal Ultra,
Ironbow Ultra
•Image Sharpening mode
•Filter mode for improved NETD
IR-Fusion®Technology
•Automatically aligned (parallax corrected) visual and
infrared
•Picture-In-Picture (PIP) infrared
•Full screen infrared
•AutoBlendmode with continuous AutoBlend feature
(TiX560 only)
•Full screen visible
•Color alarms (temperature alarms) for high
temperature and low temperature (user selectable)

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How to Contact Fluke
To contact Fluke, call one of the following telephone
numbers:
•USA: 1-800-760-4523
•Canada: 1-800-36-FLUKE (1-800-363-5853)
•Europe: [phone]
•Japan: [phone]
•Singapore: [phone]
•Anywhere in the world: [phone]
Or, visit Fluke's website at www.fluke.com.
To register your Product, visit http://register.fluke.com.
To view, print, or download the latest manual supplement,
visit http://us.fluke.com/usen/support/manuals.
To download SmartView®software visit
www.fluke.com/smartviewdownload.
To download the Fluke Connectapp, go to iTunes or
Google play and download Fluke Connect.
Safety Information
A Warning identifies conditions and procedures that are
dangerous to the user. A Caution identifies conditions and
procedures that can cause damage to the Product or the
equipment under test.
 Warning
To prevent eye damage and personal injury:
•Do not look into the laser. Do not point the
laser directly at persons or animals or
indirectly off reflective surfaces.
•Do not open the Product. The laser beam is
dangerous to eyes. Have the Product
repaired only through an approved
technical site.
Additional laser warning information is on the inside of the
Product swivel, see Figure 1.
LASER RADIATION DO NOT STARE
INTO BEAM CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT
675nm
RAYONNEMENT LASER NE PAS REGARDER
DANS LE FAISCEAU APPAREIL LASER DE
CLASSE 2
COMPLIES WITH IEC/EN 60825-1:2007
21 CFR 1040.10,1040.11
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Figure 1. Laser Warning

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Warning
To prevent personal injury:
•Read all safety information before you use
the Product.
•Carefully read all instructions.
•Use the Product only as specified, or the
protection supplied by the Product can be
compromised.
•Replace the batteries when the low battery
indicator shows to prevent incorrect
measurements.
•Do not use the Product if it operates
incorrectly.
•Do not use the Product if it is damaged.
•See emissivity information for actual
temperatures. Reflective objects result in
lower than actual temperature
measurements. These objects pose a burn
hazard.
•Do not use the Product around explosive
gas, vapor, or in damp or wet
environments.
Operation in Extreme Conditions
Storage and/or continual operation of the Imager in
extreme ambient temperature conditions can result in
temporary interruption of operation. If this occurs, let the
Imager stabilize (cool down or warm up) before you
resume operation.
Radio Frequency Data
The Imager ships with the radio disabled. See Wireless
Connectivity for instructions on how to enable the radio.
See Imager Information for instructions on how to access
digital copies of the radio licenses on the Imager.

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Table 1 is a list of symbols used on the Imager and in
this manual.
Table 1. Symbols
Symbol Description Symbol Description
Important information. See manual. Warning. Laser.
Connected to ac power. Battery removed. Battery status. Battery charging when animated.
On/Off symbol Conforms to requirements of European Union
and European Free Trade Association.
Conforms to relevant Australian standards. Conforms to relevant North American Safety
Standards.
Conforms to relevant South Korean EMC
standards. Japan Quality Association
This Product contains a lithium-ion battery. Do not mix with the solid waste stream. Spent batteries should be
disposed of by a qualified recycler or hazardous materials handler per local regulations. Contact your
authorized Fluke Service Center for recycling information.

This product complies with the WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC) marking requirements. The affixed label indicates
that you must not discard this electrical/electronic product in domestic household waste. Product Category:
With reference to the equipment types in the WEEE Directive Annex I, this product is classed as category 9
“Monitoring and Control Instrumentation” product. Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste.
Go to Fluke's website for recycling information.

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Accessories
Table 2 is a list of the accessories available for the Imager.
Table 2. Accessories
Model Description Part Number
FLK-TI-SBP4 Smart Battery Pack 4597142
FLK-TI-SBC3B Charging Base/Power Supply with Adapters 4354922
TI-CAR CHARGER 12 V Vehicle Charger Adapter 3039779
FLUKE-TIX5xx Neck Strap 4574715
FLUKE-TIX5xx Hand Strap 4574703
FLK-Bluetooth Bluetooth Headset 4603258
FLK-HDMI Cable HDMI Cable 4388596
FLK-HDMI Adapter HDMI Adapter 4613365
BOOK-ITP Introduction to Thermography Principles 3413459
FLK-LENS/TELE2 2X Telephoto Infrared Lens 4335377
FLK-LENS/WIDE2 Wide-Angle Infrared Lens 4335361
FLK-LENS/4XTELE2 4X Telephoto Infrared Lens 4607058
FLK-LENS/25MAC2 25-Micron Macro Infrared Lens 4607064

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Optional telephoto and wide-angle lenses expand the
flexibility and allow more applications for your infrared
inspection work. See Figure 2 for information about how to
install a lens.
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Figure 2. Add-On Lens Installation
Before You Start
Carefully unpack the items in the shipment box:
•Thermal Imager
•AC Power Supply with Mains Adapters
•Two-Bay Battery Charge Base
•2 Lithium-ion Smart Batteries
•Hard Carrying Case
•USB-to-PC Cable
•HDMI Video Cable
•Removable Memory Card
•Hard Transport Case
•Adjustable Hand Strap (left-hand or right-hand use)
•Adjustable Neck Strap
•Quick Reference Guide
•Users Manual/SmartView®Software (on USB Drive)
•Warranty Registration Card
Fluke recommends the removable memory card that is
supplied with the Imager or available from Fluke. Fluke
does not warrant the use or reliability of aftermarket
memory cards of different brands or capacities.
To request a printed manual, email Fluke at
[email protected]. Specify the product name and
language preference in the subject line.

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Battery
Before you use the Imager for the first time, charge the
battery for a minimum of 2.5 hours. The battery status
shows on the five-segment charge indicator.
Warning
To prevent personal injury, do not put battery
cells and battery packs near heat or fire. Do
not put in sunlight.
Note
New batteries are not fully charged. Two to ten
charge/discharge cycles are necessary before the
battery charges to its maximum capacity.
To charge the battery, use one of the options that follow:
Two-Bay Battery Charger Base
1. Connect the ac power supply to the ac wall outlet and
connect the dc output to the charger base.
2. Put one or two smart batteries into bays of charger
base.
3. Charge batteries until charge indicators show “full.”
4. Remove smart batteries and disconnect the power
supply when batteries are fully charged.
On-Imager AC Power Socket
1. Connect the ac power adapter into an ac wall outlet
and connect the dc output to the Imager’s ac power
socket. flashes on the display while the battery
charges with the ac power adapter.
2. Charge until the charge indicator on the display does
not flash.
3. Disconnect ac power adapter when the smart battery
is fully charged.

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Note
Make sure that the Imager is near room
temperature before you connect it to the charger.
See the charging temperature specification. Do
not charge in hot or cold areas. When you charge
the battery in extreme temperatures, battery
capacity may be decreased.
shows in the lower left-hand corner of the display
when the Imager is connected to ac power and the battery
is removed. When the Imager’s power is off and the ac
power adapter is connected, flashes in the center of
the display to show that the battery charge is in process.
Keep the Imager attached to the charger until the icon
shows a full charge. If you remove the Imager from the
charger before a full charge shows, it may have a reduced
run-time.
Note
When the battery is connected to ac power or the
unit is in video mode, the Sleep Mode/Auto Off
feature is disabled automatically.
Optional 12 V Vehicle Charger
1. Connect the 12 V adapter into the 12 V accessory
socket of the vehicle.
2. Connect the output to the ac power socket of the
Imager.
3. Charge until the indicator until the icon shows a
full charge on the screen.
4. Disconnect the 12 V adapter and Imager when battery
is fully charged.
Caution
To prevent damage to the Imager, remove it
from the 12 V vehicle charger before you start
or jump start the vehicle.

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Table 3 shows the location of the battery and
interfaces.
Table 3. Bottom Panel
6
7
3
2
14
5
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Item Description
Smart Battery Port
Lithium-ion Smart Battery
Anchor for Neck Strap
SD Memory Card Slot
Tripod Mount
2-Bay Battery Charging Base
AC Power Adapter with Universal Adapter

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Features and Controls
Table 4 shows the Imager features.
Table 4. Features
TiX520
THERMAL IMAGER
1
12 9
10
2
34
6
5
8
7
11
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Item Description
Infrared Camera Lens
Focus Control
Laser Distance Finder
Visual Camera and Lens
Laser Distance Finder Button
Image Capture Button
Hand Strap Anchor
AC Adapter/Charger Input Terminal
USB-to-PC Cable Connection
USB Accessory Connection
HDMI Video Connection
LED Light