LumaSense technologies MCS640 User manual

MANUAL
MCS640 Thermal Imager

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Part No 564-0001-01
Revision C
August 2018

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Contents
1General .................................................................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Information about the user manual ............................................................................................... 5
1.1.1 Legend ...................................................................................................................................5
1.2 Operator training ........................................................................................................................... 5
1.3 Regulatory information .................................................................................................................. 5
1.3.1 General conditions of operation............................................................................................5
1.4 Limit of liability and warranty ........................................................................................................ 6
1.5 Unpacking the instrument.............................................................................................................. 6
1.6 Service request, repair, or support................................................................................................. 7
1.7 Shipments to LumaSense for repair................................................................................................ 7
1.8 Transport, packaging, storage ........................................................................................................ 7
1.9 Disposal / decommissioning........................................................................................................... 8
2Introduction............................................................................................................................................. 9
2.1 System Overview............................................................................................................................ 9
2.1.1 System Features.....................................................................................................................9
2.1.2 System Configuration ..........................................................................................................10
2.2 Scope of Delivery.......................................................................................................................... 10
2.3 Technical Data.............................................................................................................................. 11
2.4 Dimensions................................................................................................................................... 12
2.5 Optics ........................................................................................................................................... 12
2.6 Camera Interface.......................................................................................................................... 13
2.7 Lenses .......................................................................................................................................... 14
2.8 Environmental Conditions ............................................................................................................ 14
3Getting Started ...................................................................................................................................... 15
3.1 Making the Connections............................................................................................................... 15
3.1.1 Connecting the Power .........................................................................................................15
3.1.2 Connecting the Ethernet Cable............................................................................................15
Connecting the Camera to a Dedicated Computer ................................................................................... 16
Connecting the Camera to a Network Device ........................................................................................... 16
3.2 Installing the Software ................................................................................................................. 17
3.2.1 Optimize the Network Interface Card..................................................................................18
3.2.2 Set the IP Address ................................................................................................................23
3.2.3 Configure the Windows Operating System..........................................................................25
3.2.4 Acquire Images ....................................................................................................................27
4Principle of Thermal Imaging ................................................................................................................. 29
4.1 Infrared Radiation ........................................................................................................................ 29
4.2 Emissivity ..................................................................................................................................... 29
4.3 Blackbody Radiation..................................................................................................................... 30
4.4 Blackbody Type Source and Emissivity ......................................................................................... 32

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4.5 Determining Emissivity................................................................................................................. 33
4.6 Background Noise ........................................................................................................................ 34
4.7 Practical Measurement ................................................................................................................ 34
4.8 Emissivity of Various Materials .................................................................................................... 36
Index............................................................................................................................................................. 41

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1General
1.1 Information about the user manual
Congratulations on choosing this high quality and highly efficient LumaSense MCS640 Thermal Imager.
This manual provides important information about the instrument and can be used as a work of reference for
installing, operating, and maintaining your instrument. It is important that you carefully read the information
contained in this manual and follow all safety procedures before you install or operate the instrument.
To avoid handling errors, keep this manual in a location where it will be readily accessible.
1.1.1 Legend
Note: The note symbol indicates tips and useful information in this manual. All notes should be read
to effectively operate the instrument.
Warnings and Cautions: The general warnings and cautions symbol signifies the potential for bodily
harm or damage to equipment.
1.2 Operator training
To best understand and utilize the measurements and images derived from the operation of this instrument,
the operator should understand the basics of heat transfer and infrared radiation theory. Notes on these
basics can be found in Chapter 4 of this manual. Qualified personnel should provide education and training in
these subjects.
Caution: The MCS640 instrument is a sealed unit. Do not attempt to open the instrument housing as
this will void the LumaSense warranty.
Please refer to the warranty statement found in Section 1.4 of this manual.
1.3 Regulatory information
This section describes how the Infrared camera complies with regulations in certain regions. Any modifications
to the Infrared camera not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the authority to operate the
Infrared camera in these regions.
USA
This Infrared camera generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and may interfere with radio and
television reception. The Infrared camera complies with the limits for a Class B digital device used exclusively
as industrial or commercial test equipment, pursuant to Part 15 Subpart B Sec. 15.103 c. of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
1.3.1 General conditions of operation
Persons operating intentional or unintentional radiators shall not be deemed to have any vested or
recognizable right to continued use of any given frequency by virtue of prior registration or certification of
equipment, or, for power line carrier systems, on the basis of prior notification of use pursuant to Sec. 90.63(g)
of this chapter.
Operation of an intentional, unintentional, or incidental radiator is subject to the conditions that no harmful
interference is caused and that interference must be accepted that may be caused by the operation of an

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authorized radio station, by another intentional or unintentional radiator, by industrial, scientific and medical
(ISM) equipment, or by an incidental radiator.
The operator of a radio frequency device shall be required to cease operating the device upon notification by a
Commission representative that the device is causing harmful interference. Operation shall not resume until
the condition causing the harmful interference has been corrected.
1.4 Limit of liability and warranty
All general information and notes for handling, maintenance, and cleaning of this instrument are offered
according to the best of our knowledge and experience.
LumaSense Technologies is not liable for any damages that arise from the use of any examples or processes
mentioned in this manual or in case the content of this document should be incomplete or incorrect.
LumaSense Technologies reserves the right to revise this document and to make changes from time to time in
the content hereof without obligation to notify any person or persons of such revisions or changes.
All instruments from LumaSense Technologies have a regionally effective warranty period. Please check our
website at http://info.lumasenseinc.com/warranty for up-to-date warranty information. This warranty covers
manufacturing defects and faults which arise during operation, only if they are the result of defects caused by
LumaSense Technologies.
The Windows compatible software was thoroughly tested on a wide range of Windows operating systems and
in several world languages. Nevertheless, there is always a possibility that a Windows or PC configuration or
some other unforeseen condition exists that would cause the software not to run smoothly. The manufacturer
assumes no responsibility or liability and will not guarantee the performance of the software. Liability
regarding any direct or indirect damage caused by this software is excluded.
The warranty is VOID if the instrument is disassembled, tampered with, altered, or otherwise damaged
without prior written consent from LumaSense Technologies; or if considered by LumaSense Technologies to
be abused or used in abnormal conditions. There are no user-serviceable components in the instrument.
1.5 Unpacking the instrument
Before shipment, each instrument is assembled, calibrated, and tested at the LumaSense Factory. When
unpacking and inspecting your system components, you need to do the following:
1. Check all materials in the container against the enclosed packing list.
LumaSense Technologies cannot be responsible for shortages against the packing list unless a claim is
immediately filed with the carrier. Final claim and negotiations with the carrier must be completed by
the customer.
2. Carefully unpack and inspect all components for visible damage. If you note any damage or suspect
damage, immediately contact the carrier and LumaSense Technologies, Inc.
3. Save all packing materials, including the carrier’s identification codes, until you have inspected all
components and find that there is no obvious or hidden damage.
Note: LumaSense encourages you to register your product with us to receive updates, product
information, and special service offers: http://info.lumasenseinc.com/registration.

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1.6 Service request, repair, or support
Contact LumaSense Technologies Technical Support in case of a malfunction or service request. Provide clearly
stated details of the problem as well as the instrument model number and serial number. Upon receipt of this
information, Technical Support will attempt to locate the fault and, if possible, solve the problem over the
telephone.
If Technical Support concludes that the instrument must be returned to LumaSense Technologies for repair,
they will issue a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number.
Return the instrument upon receipt of the RMA number, transportation prepaid. Clearly indicate the assigned
RMA number on the shipping package exterior. Refer to Section 1.7, Shipments to LumaSense for Repair, for
shipping instructions.
Technical Support can be contacted by telephone or email:
Santa Clara, California
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•Email: [e-mail]
Frankfurt, Germany
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1.7 Shipments to LumaSense for repair
All RMA shipments of LumaSense Technologies instruments are to be prepaid and insured by way of United
Parcel Service (UPS) or preferred choice. For overseas customers, ship units air-freight, priority one.
The instrument must be shipped in the original packing container or its equivalent. LumaSense Technologies is
not responsible for freight damage to instruments that are improperly packed.
Contact us to obtain an RMA number (if one has not already been assigned by Technical Support). Clearly
indicate the assigned RMA number on the shipping package exterior.
Send RMA Shipments to your nearest technical service center:
Worldwide customers (except Europe) should
send RMA Shipments to:
Santa Clara, California
European customers should
send RMA Shipments to:
Frankfurt, Germany
LumaSense Technologies, Inc.
3301 Leonard Court
Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA
Telephone: [phone]
[phone]
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LumaSense Technologies GmbH
Kleyerstr. 90
60326 Frankfurt
Germany
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1.8 Transport, packaging, storage
With faulty shipping, the instrument can be damaged or destroyed. To transport or store the instrument,
please use the original box or a box padded with sufficient shock-absorbing material. For storage in humid
areas or shipment overseas, the device should be placed in welded foil (ideally along with silica gel) to protect
it from humidity.

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1.9 Disposal / decommissioning
Inoperable thermal imagers must be disposed of in compliance with local regulations for electro or electronic
material.

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2Introduction
The MCS640 represents another milestone in innovative infrared thermal imaging. Designed with advanced
maintenance-free electronics and industrial protective packing, the MCS640 offers unparalleled accuracy for
demanding industrial and scientific applications. With an unmatched array of protective accessories, the
MCS640 demonstrates LumaSense’s commitment to long-term trouble-free operation of these instruments.
The MCS640 quickly measures temperature without contact in even the most adverse environments. Its
compact design provides for easy integration into standard enclosures for use in harsh environments and its
full array of optional lenses meet the needs of most applications.
The technique of thermal imaging, or thermography, is based on well-established technology and has been
used for a wide variety of applications. However, implementing a systems approach for thermal process
applications requires detailed knowledge of the specific application, available thermal imagers and thermal
scanners, existing controls platform, and software requirements, etc. As such, we have a full staff of
engineering and software specialists available for the design and development of comprehensive turn-key
systems for all customer applications. Experience in many different thermal applications is the backbone of our
designs and short-term turnaround for specialized software and custom camera configurations is our specialty.
2.1 System Overview
The MCS640 is intended to be integrated with the appropriate application-specific imaging components for
use in process control, nondestructive testing, and diagnostic applications. It provides real-time digital image
transfer and control using Gigabit Ethernet and provides an option for remote monitoring through a Local Area
Network. As such, the MCS640 thermal imaging system can be used as a machine vision system, operator-
based temperature monitoring system, fully automatic temperature control system, or stand-alone smart
sensor for alarm temperature control.
Note: The MCS640 is designed to operate on a 32 or 64-bit Windows™ based computer with the
following (minimum) components: Dual Core 1.5 GHz or faster processor, 4 GB RAM (running at
1600 MHz), Dedicated Video Card with 1 GB of 900 MHz DDR3 dedicated RAM, 7200 RPM Hard
Drive with a 16 MB buffer and using a 3.0 GB/sec SATA bus, Gigabit Ethernet card that supports
Jumbo Packets up to 9014 bytes.
2.1.1 System Features
•Rugged MCS640 Thermal Imager described herein
•LumaSpec R/T software (see LumaSpec R/T user manual) including:
oAdvanced image processing core
oImage capture and playback
oHistograms and trending
oRegions of interest and alarm functionality
oIntegration with other devices in the process or other systems (PLCs, computers, SCADA and
Distributed Control Systems (DCSs), other sensing devices, actuators, etc.)
oArchiving and web server
oReport writing

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•Housings and enclosure options, matched to the harsh environment (explosive, hazardous, outdoor,
etc.)
•Communication cable and power supply
•Start-up support
LumaSense engineering staff and sales consultants follow a system approach to online thermal processing
control. They have specific expertise and technical skills required to specify and integrate the appropriate
application-specific imaging components with your existing control platform. LumaSense takes the ultimate
responsibility for the thermal imaging system meeting your design specifications and saving you time, cost,
and allocation of in-house resources.
2.1.2 System Configuration
LumaSense’s thermal imagers offer several configuration options. The system can be set up by connecting the
camera to a network device (switch) or by connecting the camera directly to a dedicated computer using a
cross-over Ethernet cable. Additionally, the camera can be used with a desktop PC or with a notebook PC for a
mobile measuring system.
2.2 Scope of Delivery
2 m Ethernet cable, 2 m power supply cable, power supply unit (100 to 240 VAC, 47 to 63 Hz), mounting
adapter, lens cap, carrying case, quick start guide, and LumaSpec R/T Viewer software.