InfraTec VARIOCAM HD User manual

InfraTec GmbH
Infrarotsensorik und Messtechnik
Gostritzer Straße 61 – 63
01217 Dresden/GERMANY
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Fax [phone]
Email [email protected]e
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(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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Thermography System VarioCAM®HD
1. Introduction
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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
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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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2. Introduction
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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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