ICI T-CAM 300 P Series User manual
USER MANUAL
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1. General Description
2. User Notice
3. Intended Use
4. Safety Information
5. Technical Specifications
6. Structure
7. Package Contents
8. Quick Start Instructions
9. Operation Instructions
10. Cleaning and Maintenance
11. Troubleshooting
12. About ICI
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1. General Description
2. User Notice
and visual images are displayed on the LCD and can be saved to a Micro SD Memory
card. Additionally, the imager provides interval photography allowing inspectors to capture
images for a programmed duration and frequency. Features threshold alarming functions.
Annual calibration to the thermal camera is recommended. Contact customer service to
schedule maintenance.
Our user manual will be updated from time to time. Please contact us to get the latest
version of the manual.
This manual may contain technical inaccuracies
or typographical errors.
3. Intended Use
designed for surface temperature
assessment of energy emitted from the first 1/1000th of an inch of a subject.
Environment of use: industrial and petrochemical buildings, electrical plants, security
rooms, science labs, animal reserves as well as environmental conservatories, and
aerial integrations, among others.
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4. Safety Information
• To prevent eye damage and personal injury, do not look into the light or laser. Do not
point the light or laser directly at people or animals or indirectly off reflective surfaces.
• Do not disassemble or modify the thermal imager.
• Do not point the imager (with or without the lens cover) at intensive energy sources,
e.g. devices that emit laser radiation, or the sun. This can affect the accuracy of the
camera, and cause damage to the detector.
• Do not use the imager in an ambient temperature outside of the operation range. High/
low temperatures can cause damage to the device.
• Only use the correct equipment to discharge the device. Using the incorrect equipment
can decrease the performance or the life cycle of the device. Using the incorrect
equipment can cause the device to become hot or cause an explosion.
• The device contains safety and protection parts which, if they become damaged, can
cause the device to become hot, or cause an explosion or an ignition. If there is a leak
from the device and fluid gets into your eyes, do not rub your eyes. Flush well with
water and immediately get medical care.
• Do not put holes in the device with objects.
• Do not hit the device with a hammer.
• Do not step on the device or apply strong impacts or shocks to it.
• Do not put the device in or near a fire.
• Always charge the battery in the special temperature range. The temperature range
temperatures outside this range can cause the device to become hot or to explode. It
can also decrease the performance or the life cycle of the device.
• Do not submerge the device in water or salt water or leave the device in intense
weather environments.
• Avoid condensation. Taking the imager from cold to hot will cause condensation in
thermal imager. To protect the imager, power on the device and wait until it becomes
warm enough for the condensation to evaporate.
• Clean the case with a damp cloth and a weak soap solution. Do not use abrasives,
isopropyl alcohol, or solvents to clean the case or lens/screen.
• Be careful when cleaning the infrared lens. Do not clean the infrared lens too vigorously.
This can damage the anti-reflective coating.
• It is recommended to calibrate the device(s) annually.
• Storage: If you do not use the imager for a long period of time, put the device in a cool
and dry environment. Device will discharge over time; therefore, you should charge
the device occasionally to prevent damage to the device.
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5. Technical Specifications
256 x 192
Accuracy ± 2 °C (± 3.6 °F) or ± 2%
-20 °C to 550 °C (-4 °F to 1022 °F)
-10 °C to 50 °C (14 °F to 122 °F)
-20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F)
Detector Array UFPA (VOx)
FOV 56° x 42°
IFOV 3.8 mrad
3.2 mm
Focus Automatic
Measurement Distance Settings dependent
< (50 mK) 0.05 °C at 30 °C (86°F)
25 Hz
10% to 95% non-condensing
> 99 %
2 m (6.56’)
237 mm x 75 mm x 92 mm (L x W x D ± 0.5 mm)
(9.33” x 2.95” x 3.62” (L x W x H ± 0.02”))
5 V DC 2 A
Battery Li-ion, built-in rechargeable
Operation Time 11 hours
4 hours
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Adjustable (automatic shutdown,
5 minutes, 10 minutes, 20 minutes)
< 520 g (1.15 lbs)
Interface USB Type-C, MicroSD
JPG (with data)
White hot, black hot, iron, lava, rainbow,
high-contrast rainbow, black red
IR, fusion (ICI Dual Vision), visible, picture-in-picture
Memory
Screen
0.01 to 1.0
Measurement Units °C, °F, °K
IP 54
LED
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6. Structure
1. LED Flashlight
2. Germanium Lens
3. Shutter Trigger
4. Digital Camera
5. USB Slot
6. SD Card Slot
7. Navigation (up, down, left, right)
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6.5.
8. Review
9. Power
10. Confirm/Menu (center)
11. Screen
12. Previous/Cancel
13. LED Power
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MicroSD Card
T-Cam device
USB to Type-C Cable
7. Package Contents
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or
Mount the fully charged T-Cam to a
tripod using the ¼-20 mount located
on the bottom of the device handle.
The T-Cam can be used
as a handheld device.
A.
8. Quick Start Instructions
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B.
Power on device.
A.
To turn on/off the Flashlight
press and hold the LED Flashlight
button for two seconds.
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A.
Insert the Micro-SD Card into the
top of the T-Cam device until a
clicking sound is heard.
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A.
Plug the USB Type-C end
of the USB cable into the
top of the T-Cam device.
B.
Plug the other end of the
USB cable into an available
USB port on a computer.
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Before using the imager for the first time, charge the battery for a minimum of 4 hours. The
battery status is shown by the indicator in the upper-right corner of the screen.
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2. Plug the USB end of the Type-C cable into a computer.
3. Turn computer on to start charging.
1. Select a charger with 5V 1A or 5V 2A output.
2.
3. Plug the USB end of the Type-C cable into the power adapter.
4. Plug the power adapter into a 110v/120V electrical outlet.
9. Operation Instructions
To turn the camera on, push and hold the Power button for two seconds. Repeat and hold for
more than 5 seconds to turn the device off.
To turn the flashlight on, push and hold the LED Flashlight button for two seconds. Repeat
and hold to turn the flashlight off.
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The device interface appearance:
Save images as follows:
1. Find and aim the thermal device at the target.
2. Pull the Shutter Trigger button to take a photo.
3. Press the Confirm button to save the image.+
Center spot
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1. 2.
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7.
1. Date and Time
2. Battery Life
3. Center Point Temperature
4. Temperature Measurement Points*
5. Feature Name
6. Sub-menu
7. Main Menu
8. Temperature Range
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When an image is captured it will be stored to the MicroSD card. Images can be viewed at
any time as follows:
1. Click the Review button to enter the library.
2. Use the Navigation buttons to select the image to review.
3. Press the Confirm button to view the image in full screen.
4. Press the Previous button continuously to exit the menu and return to the thermal
image interface.
1. Click the Review button to enter the library.
2. Use the Navigation buttons to select the image to review.
3. Press the Confirm button to view the image in full screen.
4. Press Up on the Navigation pad to show the toolbar.
5. Select Delete icon.
6. Press the Confirm button.
7. Press the Confirm button again to confirm deletion.
8. Press the Previous button continuously to exit the menu and return to the thermal
image interface.
1. Click the Review button to enter the library.
2. Use the Navigation buttons to select the image to review.
3. Press the Confirm button to view the image in full screen.
4. Press Up on the Navigation pad to show the toolbar.
5. Select Information icon.
6. Press the Confirm button to view image information.
7. Press the Previous button continuously to exit the menu and return to the thermal
image interface.
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The center point measurement is on by default and gives radiometric temperature information
contained in the center of the scene. Measurement results will be displayed in the upper left
corner of the screen. If disabled, enable center point temperature measurement as follows:
1. Press the Menu button to display Main Menu.
2. Select the measurement icon:
3. Press the Confirm button to open Sub-menu.
4. Select Center Point icon:
5. Press the Confirm button to enable center point measurement.
Users can turn on hot spot tracking to identify the highest temperature point in the scene.
Measurement results will be displayed in the upper left corner of the screen. Enable hot spot
tracking as follows:
1. Press the Menu button to display Main Menu.
2. Select the measurement icon:
3. Press the Confirm button to open Sub-menu.
4. Select High Temperature icon:
5. Press the Confirm button to enable hot spot tracking.
Users can turn on cold spot tracking to identify the lowest temperature point in the scene.
Measurement results will be displayed in the upper left corner of the screen. Enable cold
spot tracking as follows:
1. Press the Menu button to display Main Menu.
2. Select the measurement icon:
3. Press the Confirm button to open Sub-menu.
4. Select Low Temperature icon:
5. Press the Confirm button to enable cold spot tracking.
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Disabling temperature measurements disables all measurement points including the center
point which is on by default. This means temperature data will not be collected or displayed
in the upper left corner.
Users can disable radiometric data as follows:
1. Press the Menu button to display Main Menu.
2. Select the measurement icon:
3. Press the Confirm button to open Sub-menu.
4. Select Close icon:
5. Press the Confirm button to disable temperature measurements.
To enable radiometric data, follow the directions listed for the desired temperature
measurement point.
Change the image mode as follows:
1. Press the Menu button to display Main Menu.
2. Select the Image Mode icon:
3. Press the Confirm button to open Sub-menu.
4. Select the image mode desired.
5. Press the Confirm button to enable mode.
There are 5 image modes available:
1. Thermal: infrared image
2. Fusion (ICI Dual Vision): infrared and visible image
3.
4. Digital: visible image only
1. 2. 3. 4.
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Change the polarity (color palette) to enhance temperature differences on the thermal
camera as follows:
1. Press the Menu button to display Main Menu.
2. Select the Color Palette icon:
3. Press the Confirm button to open Sub-menu.
4. Select a new palette: White Hot, Black Hot, Iron, Lava, Rainbow, High-contrast
Rainbow, Black Red
5. Press the Confirm button to switch to the new palette.
When using PIP (picture-in-picture) and fusion modes it is important to ensure the alignment
distance is set correctly to receive the best image. Align the images as follows:
1. Press the Menu button to display Main Menu.
2. Select the Image Mode icon:
3. Press the Confirm button to open Sub-menu.
4. Select the alignment icon:
5. Press the Confirm button to access settings.
6. Adjust the alignment by using the Navigation buttons until images are aligned properly.
7. Press the Confirm button to lock in selection.
8. Press the Previous button continuously to exit the menu and return to the thermal
image interface.
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The correct emissivity value is important in order to receive the most accurate temperature
measurement. Emissivity of a surface can have a large effect temperatures the imager
observes.
To more accurately measure materials with a low emissivity, an emissivity correction is
necessary. Adjusting the emissivity setting will allow the imager to calculate a more accurate
estimate of the actual temperature.
Emissivity is set directly in the imager. The emissivity displays on the LCD screen as E=x.xx
Users can change the emissivity as follows:
1. Press the Menu button to display Main Menu.
2. Select the Settings icon:
3. Press the Confirm button to open Sub-menu.
4. Select Measure parameter.
5. Press the Confirm button to open the Sub-menu’s menu.
6. Select Emissivity.
7. Press the Confirm button.
8. Adjust number using Navigation buttons.
9. Press the Confirm button to set Emissivity.
10. Press the Previous button continuously to exit the menu and return to the thermal
image interface.
All objects radiate infrared energy. The amount of energy radiated varies based on the actual
surface temperature and the surface emissivity of the object. The Thermal imager senses the
infrared energy from the surface of the object and uses this data to calculate an estimated
temperature value.
Many common objects and materials such as painted metal, wood, water, skin, and cloth are
particularly good at radiating energy and it is easy to get relatively accurate measurements.
For surfaces that are good at radiating energy (high emissivity), the emissivity factor is >=0.90.
This simplification does not work on shiny surfaces or unpainted metals as they have an
emissivity of <0.6. These materials are not good at radiating energy and are classified as low
emissivity.
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