InfraTec VARIOCAM HD User manual

InfraTec GmbH
Infrarotsensorik und Messtechnik
Gostritzer Straße 61 – 63
01217 Dresden/GERMANY
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
Email [email protected]e
www.InfraTec.de
© InfraTec 2016
(All mentioned product names and trademarks remain the
property of their respective owners.)
VarioCAM
®
HD
User Manual
State: March 2016
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents .........................................................................................................................I
1Introduction ...................................................................................................................4
2Equipment safety-related instructions........................................................................6
3Technical description ...................................................................................................8
3.1 Functional principle ........................................................................................................................8
3.2 Description of the functional units ..................................................................................................8
3.3 Technical data..............................................................................................................................12
4Unpacking and control ...............................................................................................13
5Denomination of the camera components................................................................14
6Quick guide..................................................................................................................15
6.1 Preparation...................................................................................................................................15
6.2 Start..............................................................................................................................................16
6.3 Display..........................................................................................................................................16
6.4 Setting the focus ..........................................................................................................................17
6.5 Setting the temperature range .....................................................................................................17
6.6 Saving images..............................................................................................................................18
6.6.1 Saving with "check"......................................................................................................................18
6.6.2 Quick saving.................................................................................................................................19
6.7 Menu functions.............................................................................................................................19
6.8 Shutdown and Standby................................................................................................................19
6.9 Data transmission to the computer ..............................................................................................20
6.10 Analysis using the analysis software IRBIS®3 ............................................................................20
7Start-up.........................................................................................................................21
7.1 Adaptation of the shoulder belt ....................................................................................................21
7.2 Adaptation of the hand strap........................................................................................................21
7.3 Using a tripod*..............................................................................................................................21
7.4 Connecting a power supply..........................................................................................................21
7.5 Inserting a memory card ..............................................................................................................22
7.6 Replacing the lens........................................................................................................................22
7.7 Operation using the gigabit Ethernet (GigE) interface*................................................................22
7.8 Operation using breakout box (connection via RS232)*..............................................................23
7.9 Trigger functionality VarioCAM®HD*...........................................................................................24
7.9.1 Trigger function ............................................................................................................................24
7.9.2 SyncOut........................................................................................................................................25
8Operation .....................................................................................................................26
8.1 Controls........................................................................................................................................26
8.2 User interface...............................................................................................................................28
8.2.1 Elements of the user interface .....................................................................................................28
8.2.2 Setting the temperature scale ......................................................................................................29
8.2.3 Focus............................................................................................................................................30
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8.2.3.1 Manual and automatic focus (without laser range finder) ........................................................... 30
8.2.3.2 Automatic focus with laser range finder*..................................................................................... 30
8.2.3.3 Permanent automatic focus with laser range finder* .................................................................. 31
8.2.3.4 Focus setting of digital images (VIS focus)................................................................................. 31
8.2.4 Spot editor ....................................................................................................................................32
8.2.5 Saving ..........................................................................................................................................32
8.2.5.1 Saving with check........................................................................................................................ 33
8.2.5.2 Quick saving................................................................................................................................ 33
8.2.5.3 Vorschaubild................................................................................................................................ 33
9The main menu............................................................................................................ 35
9.1 Menu "Image"...............................................................................................................................36
9.1.1 Menu item "Manual" .....................................................................................................................36
9.1.2 Menu item "Mode" ........................................................................................................................37
9.1.3 Menu item "Zoom"........................................................................................................................40
9.1.4 Menu item "Palette"......................................................................................................................41
9.1.5 Menu item "Elements"..................................................................................................................43
9.1.6 Menu item "Isotherms" .................................................................................................................43
9.1.7 Menu item "Filter" .........................................................................................................................45
9.2 Menu "File" ...................................................................................................................................46
9.2.1 Directory structure of the VarioCAM®HD ....................................................................................46
9.2.1.1 Automatic directory structure (default setting) ............................................................................ 46
9.2.1.2 Individual directory names .......................................................................................................... 47
9.2.2 Menu item "Load" .........................................................................................................................47
9.2.2.1 Loading individual files from file list or gallery............................................................................. 47
9.2.2.2 Loading and Playing Sequence Files.......................................................................................... 50
9.2.2.3 Loading and Playing Video Files................................................................................................. 51
9.2.3 Menu item "Save".........................................................................................................................51
9.2.3.1 Real-time saving.......................................................................................................................... 51
9.2.3.2 Video saving................................................................................................................................ 52
9.2.3.3 Automatic save (Autosave) ......................................................................................................... 53
9.2.4 Menu item "Directories"................................................................................................................54
9.2.5 Menu item "Comment" .................................................................................................................54
9.2.6 Menu item "Format SD"................................................................................................................55
9.2.7 Menu item "Saving format"...........................................................................................................55
9.3 Menu "Measure"...........................................................................................................................56
9.3.1 Menu items "Maximum" and "Minimum" ......................................................................................56
9.3.2 Menu item "Measurement definitions"..........................................................................................56
9.3.2.1 Measuring point P ....................................................................................................................... 58
9.3.2.2 Line L* ......................................................................................................................................... 58
9.3.2.3 Rectangle R................................................................................................................................. 59
9.3.2.4 Ellipse E* ..................................................................................................................................... 59
9.3.2.5 Polygon PG*................................................................................................................................ 60
9.3.2.6 Polyline PL* ................................................................................................................................. 60
9.3.3 Analogue output *.........................................................................................................................61
9.3.4 Menu item "Correction" ................................................................................................................63
9.3.5 Menu item "Difference"* ...............................................................................................................64
9.3.6 Menu item "GPS" .........................................................................................................................65
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9.3.7 Menu item "WLAN"* .....................................................................................................................65
9.3.8 Menu item "Laser"........................................................................................................................66
9.3.9 Menu item "LRF - AF"* (Laser range finder supported autofocus)................................................67
9.3.10 Menu item "LRF - PAF"* (Permanent LRF supported autofocus)................................................67
9.3.11 Menu item "Light" .........................................................................................................................67
9.4 Menu item "Settings"....................................................................................................................68
9.4.1 Menu item "Calibration"................................................................................................................68
9.4.2 Menu item "Subframes"* ..............................................................................................................69
9.4.3 Menu item "Extras"* .....................................................................................................................69
9.4.4 Menu item "Compensation"..........................................................................................................71
9.4.5 Menu item "Buttons".....................................................................................................................72
9.4.6 Menu item "Alarm" .......................................................................................................................73
9.4.7 Menu item "Configuration" ...........................................................................................................74
9.4.8 Menu item "System".....................................................................................................................75
9.4.8.1 "Display" Setting.......................................................................................................................... 76
9.4.8.2 "Regional" Setting ....................................................................................................................... 76
9.4.8.3 "Date/Time" Setting..................................................................................................................... 77
9.4.8.4 "Menu layout" Setting.................................................................................................................. 77
9.4.8.5 "Menu control"............................................................................................................................. 78
9.4.8.6 Network*...................................................................................................................................... 78
9.4.8.7 Info .............................................................................................................................................. 79
10 Software installation ...................................................................................................83
10.1 Installation instructions.................................................................................................................83
10.2 Installation of WinPcap.................................................................................................................83
10.2.1 Setting the network adapter .........................................................................................................86
10.2.2 Setting the IP address..................................................................................................................86
10.2.3 Configuration of the network card ................................................................................................88
11 Establishing a connection to the IRBIS®3* software...............................................89
12 Maintenance of the device..........................................................................................90
12.1 Cleaning .......................................................................................................................................90
12.2 Calibration ....................................................................................................................................90
13 Protection of the environment ...................................................................................91
14 Service..........................................................................................................................92
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1Introduction
Dear user,
we would like to congratulate you on purchasing your new VarioCAM®HD thermography system.
Please carefully read this user manual before initial start-up. This is the only way to ensure that you are
able to fully take advantage of the performance capability of your thermography system. Please
particularly observe the notes on device safety in accordance with chapter 2 in order to avoid damages to
the thermography system.
All information provided within the framework of this user manual describe a completely equipped
VarioCAM®HD thermography system of the “research” series. Depending on the selected model and the
individual customisation, technical data, scope of functions and supplied accessories of your
thermography system may deviate from the version described herein. Equipment-dependent features are
identified accordingly by means of an *within this user manual.
As a matter of principle, the descriptions of the technical data and the specific scopes of functions and
delivery in the corresponding shipping documents are decisive (order confirmation/bill of delivery).
This product is subject to further developments within the meaning of technical progress.
Jenoptik ESW GmbH
07745 Jena / GERMANY
InfraTec GmbH
01217 Dresden / GERMANY
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Note:
Without the written consent of Jenoptik and InfraTec GmbH, no part of this user manual must be
reproduced or edited, copied or distributed using electronic systems in any form (print, copy, microfilm or
any other procedure). This user manual was developed applying due diligence. No liability shall be
assumed for any damages caused by the non-observance of the information contained in this user
manual.
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The VarioCAM®HD is a state-of-the-art thermography system designed for precise, quick and non-
contact measurement of the surface temperature of objects.
The VarioCAM®HD was designed for universal application and can be used both as a mobile and as a
stationary device for measuring and storing temperature values. The compact and resilient design and a
high degree of protection allow for industrial application even in unfavourable external conditions. The low
weight of the device as well as the long operating time of the rechargeable battery allow for efficient use
in this.
High measurement accuracy, precision optics with extraordinary image quality as well as the universal
interface concept for digital real-time thermography data collection using GigE-Vision* allow for using the
VarioCAM®HD in the most different fields of application.
The VarioCAM®HD is equipped with a digital color video camera in order to document the measuring
situation on photos. Infrared (IR) and visual (VIS) image, as well as frame rates can be saved to SD and
SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) cards. For the purposes of visualisation, the thermography system
is equipped with a swivel-mounted color TFT viewfinder* and a pivot- and swivel-mounted active colour
TFT display.
Diverse accessories and different software packages for preprocessing and further processing the
recordings turn VarioCAM®HD to a universal thermography system for a broad range of applications.
Typical fields of application of the thermography system are amongst other things:
■Thermographic inspection of electrical and mechanical systems and aggregates
■Optimisation of components and assemblies
■Material inspections
■Control of process temperatures
■Quality assurance
■Construction thermography
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2Equipment safety-related instructions
General
The VarioCAM®HD is a high-quality, carefully calibrated optical measurement device. Please handle it
with the corresponding care. Avoid contaminations, particularly in the lens areas.
The device is equipped with degree of protection IP54.
Please observe the conditions for use, storage and transportation of the device mentioned within the
framework of the technical data (see chapter 3 Technical description – page 8).
Only use the supplied transport box in order to transport the VarioCAM®HD.
Only the manufacturer is allowed to open the camera housing. Any intervention performed by other
persons is inadmissible and will result in the forfeiture of any warranty claims.
Only use accessories or spare parts expressly recommended by the manufacturer regarding the
VarioCAM®HD. Otherwise, malfunctions or damages may occur. Any warranty claims are excluded for
such damages.
Standards, directives
VarioCAM®HD meets the requirements of the following standards:
■EN 60950-1:2006 + Einrichtungen der Informationstechnik – Sicherheit – Teil 1: Allgemeine
A11:2009 + A1: 2010 Anforderungen (IEC 60950-1:2005, modifiziert + Cor.: 2006 + A1: 2009
modifiziert) /
Information technology equipment – Safety – Part 1: General requirements
(IEC 60950-1:2005, modified + cor.: 2006 + A1:2009, modified)
■EN 61326-1:2006 Elektrische Mess-, Steuer-, Regel- und Laborgeräte - EMV-Anforderungen -
Teil 1: Allgemeine Anforderungen (IEC 61326-1 :2005) /
Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use – EMC
requirements – Part 1: General requirements (IEC 61326-1 :2005)
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Handling
The VarioCAM
®
HD is equipped with a highly sensitive uncooled microbolometer detector. The object
radiations occurring in thermographic practice do not induce any changes to the detector. However,
overloads exceeding a black body radiation of 1,000°C in the measuring ranges 1 and 2*, as well as
2,000°C in measuring range 3* may result in irrevocable damages and thus, must be avoided.
The VarioCAM
®
HD must not be pointed directly into the sun or other high-radiation sources (e.g.
lasers) neither during operation nor when switched off, because this may result in irrevocable
changes to the microbolometer detector, the origins of which can be unambiguously demonstrated.
The manufacturer does not assume any warranty for damages caused this way.
For measurements in conjunction with CO2 lasers, the laser protection filters offered by InfraTec as
accessories should be use. Even when using other laser, the use of appropriate protective filter is
recommended to prevent damage from VarioCAM
®
HD. Please note that even a small - even diffuse -
reflection of laser radiation can cause damage to the detector. The manufacturer takes no
responsibility for damages caused in this way.
It is also absolutely necessary to prevent the sun or other high-energy radiation sources from
indirectly coming into the field of view of the VarioCAM
®
HD using reflecting surfaces!
When the VarioCAM
®
HD is not used, the supplied protective lens cap must be attached at all times.
Only use SD and/or SDHC memory cards in the SD drive of the VarioCAM
®
HD. Otherwise, damages to
the thermography camera or the memory card may occur, which no liability will be assumed for.
As a matter of principle, use the supplied battery charger in order to charge the supplied rechargeable
lithium-ion batteries. The battery charger is only suitable for indoor operation. In order to avoid the
risk of fire and/or electrical shocks, the battery charger must not be exposed to rain or moisture.
The lens should not be replaced in rooms with high amounts of dust or moisture, because the degree
of protection IP54 is not provided for when the lens is removed.
On the front of the device, the VarioCAM
®
HD is equipped with a laser range finder* (LRF) and/or lase
r
pointer* generating a visible laser beam. Avoid looking directly into the laser beam and do not point
the laser beam to other persons. This may damage their eyes.
When installing the thermography system to machines and systems in a stationary manner, it must be
ensured that the laser beam is not located at eye level.
The VarioCAM
®
HD is equipped with an LED light in order to illuminate the color camera’s image.
Avoid any direct eye contact and do not point the LED light to other persons. This may damage thei
r
eyes.
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3Technical description
3.1 Functional principle
The VarioCAM®HD is a thermography system designed for the long-wave infrared spectral range
(LWIR) of (7.5 ... 14) µm. The lens reproduces the object scene to a microbolometer array with
(1,024 x 768) and/or (640 x 480) pixels. The electrical signal of the detector array is processed further by
the internal electronics. In this, the electronics comprises all functions required for camera operation, such
as actuation of the microbolometer array, A/D conversion, offset and gain correction, pixel correction as
well as actuation of the different interfaces.
Operation is optionally performed directly using the integrated keyboard (joystick, focus rocker switch,
function buttons) or using optional interfaces. RS232*, Ethernet* (GigE Vision)*, WLAN (IEEE802.11
a/b/g)*, Bluetooth 2.1/3.0 (IEEE802.15.1 class2)* or USB2.0* are available as interfaces. Specific
software packages are required in order to use these interfaces present depending on the equipment.
3.2 Description of the functional units
Lens
The camera lens collects the IR radiation in the field of view emitted by the measuring object and
reproduces this IR radiation on the detector array. Field of view (FOV, Field of View) and
resolution/measuring spot size (IFOV, Instantaneous Field of View) are determined at the same distance
to the focal distance f of the used lens.
The following standard lenses are available:
Thermography system with resolution of (1,024 x 768) IR pixels
Lens Focal distance (mm) Min. focus (m) IFOV (mrad) FOV (°)
Super wide-angle lens 7.5 0.2 2.3 (98.5 x 82.1)
Wide-angle lens 15 0.2 1.1 (60.3 x 47.0)
Normal lens 30 0.3 0.57 (32.4 x 24.6)
Telephoto lens 60 2.0 0.28 (16.5 x 12.4)
Super telephoto lens 120 4.0 0.14 (8.3 x 6.2)
Macro Focal distance (mm) Focus (mm)
Field of view (mm²) Resolution (μm)
Close-up 0.2x for 30 max. 137 (85 x 63) 81
min. 70 (54 x 40) 51
Close-up 0.5x for 30 max. 47 (34 x 25) 32
min. 33 (30 x 22) 29
Close-up 0.5x for 60 max. 100 (35 x 27) 35
min. 78 (29 x 22) 28
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Thermography system with resolution of (640 x 480) IR pixels
Lens Focal distance (mm) Min. focus (m) IFOV (mrad) FOV (°)
Super wide-angle lens 7.5 0.2 3.3 (93.7 x 77.3)
Wide-angle lens 15 0.2 1.7 (56.1 x 43.6)
Normal lens 30 0.3 0.83 (29.9 x 22.6)
Telephoto lens 60 2.0 0.42 (15.2 x 11.4)
Super telephoto lens 120 4.0 0.21 (7.6 x 5.7)
Macro Focal distance (mm) Focus (mm)
Field of view (mm²) Resolution (μm)
Close-up 0.2x for 30 max. 137 (78 x 58) 119
min. 70 (49 x 37) 75
Close-up 0.5x for 30 max. 47 (31 x 23) 47
min. 33 (27 x 21) 42
Close-up 0.5x for 60 max. 100 (32 x 24) 50
min. 78 (26 x 20) 42
Detector
The VarioCAM®HD is equipped with an uncooled microbolometer FPA detector (uncooled Focal Plane
Array) with a resolution of (1.024 x 768) or (640 x 480) IR pixels. The individual elements of the detector
are microscopically small thin-film resistors on extremely thin diaphragms arranged a few micrometers
above the silicon read-out circuit in an unsupported manner. The lens of the thermography system
reproduces the thermal radiation from the scene onto these detector elements and these detector
elements absorb this radiation. The temperature change of the detector elements resulting thereof results
in signals that can be analysed electronically, read-out line-by-line and column-by-column using a read-
out circuit.
The use of an uncooled detector ensures the quick availability of the camera function upon start-up
(starting time < 30 seconds) and a long mean time to failure (MTTF) in continuous operation.
Detector electronics
The detector electronics supplies the BIAS voltages and further actuation signals required for detector
operation and ensures that the analogue output signal of the detector is pre-processed and digitalised.
Image processing electronics
With the help of an FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) and up to two* processors, real-time image
processing with the following essential functions (depending on the equipment) is implemented:
■Detector electronics interface
■Gain and offset correction
■Defect pixel treatment
■Low-pass filtration
■Zoom generator
■Graphics overlay
■VIS/IR/graphics mixer
■GigE-Vision interface*
■PC interfaces* (USB2.0/WLAN/Bluetooth)
■Video image interfaces (DVI-D. FBAS)
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Optomechanics
With the help of an optomechanic assembly, the following functions are implemented:
■Focus (motor focus)
■Measuring range switch-over (apertures)*
■Internal NUC (Non-Uniformity Correction) with shutter
Furthermore, this assembly optionally comprises a module for hardware-based increase of the geometric
resolution of the thermography system to (2.048 x 1.536) IR pixels (detector with [1.024 x 768] pixels) and
(1.280 x 960) IR pixels (detector with [640 x 480] pixels) in “Resolution Enhancement”* mode.
Controls
The VarioCAM®HD is controlled by means of a focus rocker switch with center function for
autofocus. the function buttons Automatic. Temperature, Start/Stop/Save, and the multi-function
buttons and at the right top. On the backside of the camera, a power button for right-thumb
operation, a joystick with center function (Enter), and the button (Cancel) can be found. The
controls of the VarioCAM®HD are arranged for single-hand operation with the right hand. Another multi-
function button can be found at the top of the handle*. When carrying the camera on its handle, it can
be operated using the thumb of your right hand.
Specific modes of camera operation and presettings can be configured using menus. Chapter 8
Operation – page 26 contains a detailed description of how to operate the thermography system as well
as a detailed description of the menu structure.
The VarioCAM®HD can be controlled remotely via the RS232, GigE-Vision, Bluetooth or WLAN
interfaces*. The related control software is described in separate manuals of the corresponding software*.
Power supply
Optionally,
■an external 15 V wall plug transformer (accessories)* or
■a rechargeable lithium-ion battery 7.2 V (accessories)
can be used to supply the VarioCAM®HD with power.
The wall plug transformer is connected to the 14-pin (right-hand side) LEMO socket on the backside of
the housing. The rechargeable battery is inserted vertically into the designated position on the backside of
the thermography system (see chapter 6.2 Start – page 16).
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Interfaces
The thermography system is equipped with the following interfaces:
■Drive for SD/SDHC card (behind the cover on the left side of the camera. unfold the display)
■RS232* (LEMO 14-pin)
■DVI-D (HDMI socket) behind the cover on the backside of the camera, composite video
(LEMO 14-pin)
■2 x digital E/A for external trigger input/trigger output* (TTL level, LEMO 14-pin)
■2 x analogueue output* 0-5V (LEMO 14-pin)
■GigE-Vision* (LEMO 8-pin)
■USB2.0* (mini-AB, behind the cover on the backside of the camera)
■WLAN* (external antenna*)
■Bluetooth* (external antenna*)
Simultaneously using several interfaces on the 14-pin LEMO socket is allowed for by means of a
breakout box*. In this case, the breakout box* is also used for external power supply.
As an alternative to the digital high-resolution DVI-D image data on the HDMI socket, the analogue image
data (4:3 PAL/NTSC) is available as FBAS signal (composite) on the 14-pin LEMO socket. The HDMI
socket can be used to connect screens processing a resolution of (1.280 x 768) or (1.280 x 800) in
accordance with the VESA standard.
In connection with the software packages IRBIS®3 remote* and IRBIS®3 online*, the GigE-Vision
interface* allows for remotely controlling the thermography system, as well as for transmitting digital
image information to a PC in real time*.
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3.3 Technical data
Spectral range (7.5 ... 14) µm
Temperature measuring range (-40 ... 1.200) °C. optionally > 1.200°C
Temperature resolution @ 30°C Better than 0.05 K. optionally 0.03 K according to camera/detector type
Measurement accuracy ± 1.5 K or ± 1.5 %
Emissivity Adjustable between 0.1 and 1.0 in increments of 0.01
Image format (pixels) (1.024 x 768). resolution enhancement to (2.048 x 1.536)
(640 x 480). resolution enhancement to (1.280 x 960)
Detector Uncooled Microbolometer Focal Plane Array
IR frame rate 30Hz (1.024 x 768); 60Hz (640 x 480)
Normal lens (field of view) 1.0/30mm (32.4 x 24.6)° at (1.024 x 768)
1.0/30mm
(29.9 x 22.6) ° at (640 x 480)
Zoom function up to 32-fold digital
A/D conversion 16 bit
Image storage SDHC card. GigE-Vision 30 Hz and/or 60 Hz
Voice recording/text comment Image-integrated
Interfaces DVI-D*. PAL/NTSC-FBAS*. GigE-Vision*. RS232*. USB2.0*. SDHC
card. WLAN*/Bluetooth*. 2 x digital E/A*. 2 x analogue Out*
Integrated digital color video camera 8 Megapixels. LED video light
Power supply Rechargeable lithium-ion battery. wall plug transformer*
Rechargeable battery system Lithium-ion, fast-chargeable, with status display, mains and passenger
vehicle charging adapter
Rechargeable battery-based operation Up to approx. 3 h
Working temperature range (-25 ... 50) °C; activation temperature > -15°C
Storage temperature range (-40 ... 70) °C
Moisture during operation and storage Relative humidity 5% to 95%. non-condensing
Dimensions (with normal lens) (210 x 125 x 155) mm
Weight (with normal lens) 1.7kg
Tripod connection 1/4" photo thread
A
ttention: observe max penetration depth of 4.5mm!
(DIN 4503)
Display Daylight-compatible, digital 5.6" TFT display with 1280 x 800 pixels
Viewfinder* Swivel-mounted colour viewfinder with (800 x 600) pixels and diopter
compensation
Controls Multi-function joystick, focus rocker switch, up to 10 function buttons
Range finder, laser Semi-conductor laser red, laser protection class 2
Display functions Thermogram, VIS, merge, operator guidance, menu, results, status,
temperature range
Measuring functions Max. 8 freely selectable ROI, auto hot/cold spot display, isotherms
Automatic functions Autofocus, autoimage, autolevel, autorange, alarm*, auto-NUC, auto
lens detection, premium snap*, resolution enhancement*
Degree of protection during operation IP54, IEC
60529
Impact strength 25 G,
ISO 60068-2-27
Vibration strength during operation 2 G,
ISO 60068-2-27
* (Properties and technical specifications, depend on the camera configuration and vary within the equipment packages of VarioCAM
®
HD,
Design and specification are subject to continuous further development; subject to changes within the meaning of technical progress.)
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4Unpacking and control
Upon receipt of the VarioCAM®HD, please check the components for completeness and integrity.
Possible damages must be reported to the supplier immediately.
The VarioCAM®HD system is delivered in a transport box.
The basic package contains the following components
■Thermography camera VarioCAM®HD with lens and 5.6" TFT display
■Integrated digital colour video camera
■Depending on the equipment, laser rangefinder/laser pointer. GPS
■2 x rechargeable lithium-ion battery NP-QM91D (Sony)
■Battery charger
■SDHC card
■Card adaptor for SD card
■Protective lens cap
■Shoulder strap
■User manual VarioCAM®HD
■Quick user guide
■Transport box/transport packaging
Optional accessories*
■Wall plug transformer (15) with 14-pin LEMO connector
■Replacement lenses, macro attachments
■Protective window for lenses, laser protection filter
■Breakout box
■Bluetooth headset
■Gigabit Ethernet card
■Ethernet cable with 8-pin LEMO connector
■Device tripod
■Thermography software of the IRBIS®3 program family
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5Denomination of the camera components
Fig. 1 View from the side
Fig. 2 Front view
USB
p
ort
SD-card slot
Colour TFT dis
p
la
y
Rechargeable lithium-ion
batter
y
Lens
LEMO socket 8-pin:
for GigE-Vision interface
(
blue mark
)
LED video li
g
ht
WLAN/Bluetooth
Laser rangefinder*
Color TFT viewfinder
(for diopter compensation
turn eyecup)
Carrying handle
LEMO socket 14-pin:
power supply,
trigger, FBAS
DVI
p
ort
Colour video
camera
GPS-Antenna
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6Quick guide
The procedure described below is intended to make your first operation of the VarioCAM®HD easier. In
order to achieve professional results, we recommend reading the entire manual.
Multi-function butto
n
Power-on LED
"ESC" button
Power button
Joystick
Focus rocker switch
with autofocus function
"Temperature"
"Auto"
Multi-function button
Multi-function button
Save
All buttons can be used for multiple functions triggered either by
■Half or full pressing: and and/or
■Short or long pressing: , , , and .
The button function can be changed by changing the settings in menu "Settings" Buttons
6.1 Preparation
You will need the following equipment:
■VarioCAM®HD
■Rechargeable lithium-ion battery or wall plug transformer* with LEMO connector
■IRBIS®3 software
■SDHC-card
■Card reader for SD-/SDHC-cards
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6.2 Start
■Provide for power supply by inserting the charged rechargeable lithium-ion battery or by connecting
the wall plug transformer* to the VarioCAM®HD (plug the 14-pin connector into the right LEMO
socket with the red dot pointing to the top).
■Remove the cover of the SD-card slot, insert the SD-card into the card slot, and re-attach the cover.
■Remove the protective cap from the lens.
■Push the Power button . The camera is switched on and the Jenoptik logo is displayed during the
process of booting. Upon system initialisation, the power-on LED initially flashing green and then
illuminated permanently in green indicates that the VarioCAM®HD is ready-to-operate in Live mode.
Fig. 3 Camera start: system initialisation indication
6.3 Display
Fig. 4 Arrangement of the image elements
■Initially, you must select a motif with a contrasty scene (e.g. an active electrical device) and point the
VarioCAM®HD towards this scene.
■When using the viewfinder*, fold the display to the side of the camera. The viewfinder is switched on
by doing so. You must initially adapt the viewfinder to your eye using the diopter compensation. For
this, the eyecup on the viewfinder is rotated. In order to find the ideal setting, you can use the
sharpness of the letters initially.
Temperature unit
Camera menu
Information field for
system information
Help line
Date/time
Camera status (mode)
Color range with
upper and lower limit
of the shown
temperature range
Logo
Status rechargeable battery
Status SDHC-card
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6.4 Setting the focus
■Push the focus rocker switch: middle button for autofocus or to the left or to the right in order
to set the focus for longer or shorter distances to the measuring object. If the autofocus function is
used, a rectangle will be displayed in the center of the screen. The distance setting is optimised
taking the distance of the objects contained in the rectangle.
Fig. 5 Display when using autofocus Fig. 6 Display after autofocus
6.5 Setting the temperature range
■Push the button (shortly). The thermography system will automatically set a temperature scale of
the false colour image corresponding to the current scene:
Fig. 7 Overloaded and underloaded
thermal image Fig. 8 Image after temperature range adaptation
■The required temperature scale can also be set by means of joystick . For this, please select the
following: Menu Image Manual:
Fig. 9 Menu selection for
manually setting
level/range
Fig. 10 Menu selection for
manually setting
maximum/minimum
Fig. 11 Menu selection for
numerical temperature
input
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■Depending on the selected input variant, the joystick can be used in order to set the temperature
level and the temperature range (Level/Range) or the upper and lower limits (Max/Min) and the
values can be input numerically as well. In this, the respective joystick and button functions are
displayed to the left of the thermal image. The respective input dialog for numerical input is displayed
in the center of the field of view:
Fig. 12 Menu for manually
setting level/range Fig. 13 Menu for manually setting maximum/
minimum
Fig. 14 Dialog fields for
numerical temperature
input
If the options Level/Range and Maximum/Minimum are set manually, the temperature scale can be
adapted automatically once by shortly pushing the Enter button. If the Enter button is pushed
longer, the scale is permanently adapted automatically. The AUTO mode will then be displayed by
on the right side of the image above the color palette. The AUTO mode is terminated by any manual
setting of Level/Range/Max/Min.
6.6 Saving images
In order to save the thermal image, the button is required. The following variants are possible:
6.6.1 Saving with "check"
■Push the button halfway down the live image will be frozen: .
■The frozen image can initially be “checked” on the display or viewfinder.
■If the image is not to be saved, push the button: .
■Push the button completely the image is saved.
The process of writing the data is indicated by the changing color of the map symbol (in the line below
the image, right-hand side): . Upon saving, the camera control automatically activates the Live
mode: .
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