Konica Minolta GMPC02 User manual

Gas Camera
GMPC02
User’s Guide
This manual is limited to describing camera devices only. For more information, refer to the following
manuals.
・For detailed operating instructions, "Gas Camera System GMP02 User Guide.
・For an overview of how to use the Gas Camera, "Gas Camera System GMP02 Quick Setup Guide".
・Safety and Cautions, "Safety Guide".

Gas Camera / GMPC02 Table of Contents
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Table of contents
Please Read This First........................................................................................................................ 1
1Introduction................................................................................................................................ 2
1.1 Conventions Used in this Manual........................................................................................... 3
1.2 Overview of this System Camera............................................................................................ 3
1.3 Disclaimers........................................................................................................................... 4
2Safety Guide................................................................................................................................ 5
2.1 Safety Warnings .................................................................................................................... 5
2.1.1 Safety Indication and Graphic Symbols ......................................................................... 5
2.1.2 Battery, Environment, and Conditions of Usage ............................................................ 6
2.1.3 Product Handling......................................................................................................... 7
2.1.4 Defects of the Product ................................................................................................. 8
2.2 Precaution for Handling ...................................................................................................... 10
2.2.1 General Precautions when Using the Camera.............................................................. 10
2.3 Export Regulation ............................................................................................................... 11
2.4 Caution on Transport.......................................................................................................... 11
2.5 Camera that is No Longer Needed ....................................................................................... 12
2.6 Disposing of the Product..................................................................................................... 12
3Maintenance of the System Camera ........................................................................................... 13
3.1 Routine Care and Cleaning .................................................................................................. 13
3.2 Battery Charging and Storage.............................................................................................. 13
4Other Matters............................................................................................................................ 14
4.1 Intellectual Property Rights ................................................................................................. 14
4.2 Laws and Regulations.......................................................................................................... 14
4.2.1 Regulation Notices (Camera) ...................................................................................... 14
4.2.2 Air Transportation of Lithium-ion Batteries ................................................................ 16
4.3 Specifications...................................................................................................................... 17
4.3.1 Camera ..................................................................................................................... 17
4.3.2 Battery ...................................................................................................................... 18
4.3.3 AC/DC Adapter ......................................................................................................... 18
4.3.4 Battery Charger ......................................................................................................... 18
4.3.5 Customer Support ..................................................................................................... 18

Gas Camera / GMPC02 Please Read This First
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Please Read This First

Gas Camera / GMPC02 Introduction
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1Introduction
Thank you very much for choosing the Gas Camera.
Please ensure you read this manual before using this camera. To use this camera safely and effectively,
it is important to carefully read this manual and understand the proper usage of the camera. Keep this
manual in a safe place and readily accessible for your future reference.
No part of this manual shall be reprinted, translated into other languages, or cited without permission.
Also, please note that any descriptions of specifications or any other contents are subject to change
without prior notice for modification and/or improvement.
All copyrights of this camera belong to Konica Minolta, Inc., excluding programs and documents that
have a separate copyright notice. The copyrights of such programs and documents belong to their
respective copyright holders.

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1.1 Conventions Used in this Manual
This manual uses the following descriptions:
NOTE
Explains matters requiring attention.
EXPLANATION
Provides extensive technical information.
XXXX
Indicates a certain reference link within this manual.
1.2 Overview of this Camera
The Gas Camera enables visualization of gas leak and records of images relating to gas leak, together
with associated data of inspection conditions and operational data. The camera detects possible gas
leaks in the camera field of view, and outputs images that have been processed using in conjunction
with their associated inspection data.
NOTE
∙This camera is not a gas detector. It is intended to be used in conjunction with existing gas
detectors to assist your conservation efforts.
∙The quality of gas leak visualization varies depending on the external environmental
conditions.
Target gases for this camera is methane and all other hydrocarbon gases.
NOTE
∙Acetylene and cyanide are outside the scope of inspection.

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1.3 Disclaimers
∙This camera has been designed and manufactured for industrial use. Therefore, please refrain from using
it for any purposes that require high stability and reliability, e.g., nuclear control facilities, aviation and
aerospace facilities, medical devices, safety apparatus for movable installations or vehicles, and any other
purposes that might be pose a risk to human lives or injury. Also, never use this camera under
environments that could damage the product or the optical system external materials, e.g., chemically
polluting environments, electromagnetic interference environments, or environments that subject the
camera to shock and vibrations. Konica Minolta assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss caused
by improper use of this camera.
∙Performance of this camera may be hindered under the following circumstances:
∙When there are glass or mirrored objects between the camera and the inspecting area;
∙When there are suspended particles in the atmosphere, such as, rain, snow, mist, smoke,
water vapor and dust;
∙When vibration or shock are applied to the camera;
∙When the camera is subject to static electricity or other electrical charge.
∙This camera is not designed to prevent theft, disasters, or accidents. Konica Minolta assumes no
responsibility for any damage or loss due to theft, disasters, or accidents.
∙This camera does not have an explosion resistant specification. DO NOT use this camera where any
explosion risk may exist.
∙Konica Minolta assumes no responsibility for any data loss that is not attributable to this camera, damage
resulting from being unable to use the camera, or for any other loss when using this camera system for
functions other than those which are offered by this camera.
∙Never use this camera for any purposes other than those authorized by us.
∙Sensors and other electrical components in use with this camera are consumable items. Please provide
periodic maintenance to these components.

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2Safety Guide
2.1 Safety Warnings
The following instructions must be followed to ensure the user’s safety with this camera during daily
operation. Carefully read the safety precautions before you use this camera, and always ensure that this
camera is operated correctly.
Be sure to also read each manual and guide provided with accessories, and use them correctly.
2.1.1 Safety Indication and Graphic Symbols
The following are explanations of matters that must be complied with in order to prevent injuries to the
user and other persons as well as damage to property.
The following precautions are pictured to prevent injuries to the user and other persons as well as
damage to property.
∙The following categories and symbols are used depending on the extent of risk that might be incurred by
mishandling the camera.
Safety indication
Description
If this warning is ignored and the device is used incorrectly, there is a
possibility of human death or serious injury.
If this caution is ignored and the device is used incorrectly, there is a
possibility of human injury or property damage only.
∙The following are examples of the main graphic symbols used.
Graphic
symbol
Description
Graphic
symbol
Description
Graphic
symbol
Description
Caution Prohibition Instruction
IMPORTANT
∙Keep this manual in a safe and readily accessible place for quick and easy future reference.
∙Carefully read the safety precautions when you use this camera, and always ensure that this
camera is operated correctly.

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2.1.2 Battery, Environment, and Conditions of Usage
∙Do not use cables, batteries, battery chargers, AC/DC adapters or other accessories other than
those included in the package or designated options. Using any products that were not included
in the package, nor designated, might cause excessive heat generation, ignition, explosion,
liquid leakage, or failure. Carefully read the contents of the instruction manuals of the battery
and battery charger before use.
∙Do not attempt to forcibly attach or detach the battery from the camera body. Doing so might
cause a fire, burn or personal injury.
∙The AC/DC adapter, battery and battery charger are dedicated parts for this camera. Do not use
them for other products.
Be sure that the battery is properly aligned when the battery is attached to the camera.
Failure to attach the battery correctly might cause the battery to ignite, burst, excessive heat
generation, or leakage, which might result in a fire, burns, or personal injury.
Be sure the interface cover and battery cover are properly secured, and ensure that there is no
dirt on the seal of them. Any water penetration through the interface cover and the battery
cover might cause heat generation, ignition, or failure.
Do not use damaged cables. Also, ensure the cables have not been subjected to forcible
bending, twisting, pulling, trampling, or pinching by a door, etc. Such conditions might cause a
fire or electric shock.
Do not use this camera in an environment that exceeds the operating temperature and
humidity range.
∙Operating temperature and humidity range
When the battery is connected: -20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F) temperature; 30% to 80%
(relative humidity with no condensation)
When the AC/DC adapter is connected: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) temperature; 30% to
80% (relative humidity with no condensation)
Do not leave this camera in an environment that exceeds the storage temperature and
humidity range.
∙Storage temperature and humidity range
Camera alone: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) temperature; 30% to 80% (relative humidity
with no condensation)
Battery: -20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F) temperature (recommended: -20°C to 25°C (-4°F to
77°F)); 30% to 80% (relative humidity with no condensation)
AC/DC adapter: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) temperature; 30% to 80% (relative humidity
with no condensation)
Also avoid sudden temperature change, which might result in burn or personal injury due to a
fire or equipment damage.

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If this camera is used in a location where they are exposed to direct sunlight, the external
metal components might get very hot and cause burns. Be sure to protect yourself by wearing
gloves when touching the external metal parts that are at high temperature.
This equipment is not suitable for use in location where children are likely to be present.
2.1.3 Product Handling
Ensure that no foreign matter penetrates the connector. Such penetration might cause a short
circuit which could result in a fire or camera failure.
Do not place the camera or battery in a fire and do not heat them. Also, do not bring fire such
as candles, etc., close to the camera. This might cause the equipment to ignite, burst, or a fire.
Do not wash the camera in water to avoid the possibility of electric shock.
Do not dismantle or modify the camera. Such acts might cause a fire, electric shock, personal
injury, or equipment failure.
Do not use the camera while it is covered with a cloth or in a hard case.
The excessive heat might cause a fire.
Do not drop the camera, battery, and battery charger.
Dropping them might cause a fire. Also, there is a possibility of personal injury.
Observe the following rules when handling the power plug on the battery charger, as there is a
possibility of fire or electric shock.
∙Do not use starburst connections.
∙Avoid inserting the plug into the socket if it is contaminated with foreign matter (e.g. dust).
∙Do not remove or insert the plug with a wet hand.
∙Do not remove the plug by pulling the cable.
Do not point the optical window or the infrared lens towards the sun or a strong light source.
Doing so may cause a fire or failure.

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Avoid touching the battery terminal or the area around it. Also, before touching the camera or
battery, touch nearby metal to discharge static electricity on your body. Although rare,
touching the battery might cause damage to the battery, or heating due to static electricity. If
you notice heat generation, avoid burn injuries, and contact your dealer.
Do not apply shock or force to the optical windows, or the infrared lens surface of the camera.
Doing so might result in damage to the optical window or the infrared lens, or in personal
injury. Keep the lens capped when it is not in use.
When replacing the battery, make sure that it has sufficiently cooled after turning off the
power. Touching the battery while still hot might cause burns.
Dropping or toppling the camera could cause personal injury. Be sure to place the camera in
the designated hard case when transporting. Avoid carrying the camera by holding its handle
while it is attached to a tripod. The tripod could become a tripping hazard and cause personal
injury.
When using the camera attached to the tripod, securely fix the tripod so that it does not
topple. If the tripod topples, for example due to a gust of wind, it could cause failure of the
camera or injury to the operator.
Be careful when carrying the camera in the hard case. Dropping it on a foot might result in
injury.
When placing the camera on a table, put the rubber foot down for stability.
Placing the camera sideways, upside down, or with the infrared lens down might cause the
camera to topple over, resulting in failure of the camera or personal injury.
2.1.4 Defects of the Product
Avoid using damaged, deformed, or leaky batteries.
Using such batteries might cause a burst, heat generation, ignition, or failure.
Stop charging the battery if it is not fully charged within the specified charging time. Using
such batteries might cause a burst, ignition, liquid leakage, or excessive heat generation.
Do not use the battery if you observe unusual odor, heat, discoloration, or deformation. Using
such batteries might cause a fire, burn or personal injury.