Reed Instruments R2020 User manual

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Video
Infrared
Thermometer
Instruction
Manual
R2020

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Table of Contents
Introduction ................................................................................................ 4
Product Quality........................................................................................... 4
Safety ......................................................................................................... 4
Features...................................................................................................... 4
Specications..........................................................................................5-6
Included...................................................................................................... 7
Instrument Description ............................................................................... 7
Operating Instructions...........................................................................8-17
Main Menu.............................................................................................8-11
IR Camera Mode .................................................................................. 8
IR Measurement Mode......................................................................... 9
Dew Point Measurement Mode............................................................ 9
Data Logger Mode ............................................................................... 9
Media Gallery ................................................................................10-11
Viewing Saved Pictures................................................................... 10
Viewing Videos................................................................................ 10
Viewing Logs................................................................................... 11
Transfer files to a PC .......................................................................... 11
System Settings ..............................................................................12-14
Setting the Language ......................................................................... 12
Setting the Date and Date Format.................................................12-13
Setting the Time and Time Format ..................................................... 13
Selecting the Temperature Unit of Measure....................................... 13
Setting the Memory to Flash or Micro SD .......................................... 13
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Enable or Disable the Audible Beep................................................... 14
Enable or Disable the Auto-Screen off Function................................ 14
Enable or Disable the Auto-Power off Function ................................. 14
Restoring Default Settings.................................................................. 14
Measurement Settings ....................................................................15-17
Adjusting Emissivity............................................................................ 15
Setting the High Alarm Value.............................................................. 16
Setting the Low Alarm Value .............................................................. 16
Laser Indicator.................................................................................... 16
Automatic Measurement Mode.......................................................... 16
Max/Min Temperature Values ............................................................. 16
Average/Differential IR Temperature Values ....................................... 17
Dew-point/Wet Bulb Temperature Values .......................................... 17
Type K Input ....................................................................................... 17
Color................................................................................................... 17
Battery Charging and Replacement ......................................................... 17
Applications.............................................................................................. 17
Appendix: Emissivity Chart .................................................................18-19
Accessories and Replacement Parts ....................................................... 20
Product Care ............................................................................................ 20
Product Warranty ..................................................................................... 21
Product Disposal and Recycling .............................................................. 21
Product Support....................................................................................... 21

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing your REED R2020 Video Infrared Thermometer.
Please read the following instructions carefully before using your instru-
ment. By following the steps outlined in this manual your meter will
provide years of reliable service.
Product Quality
This product has been manufactured in an ISO9001 facility and has been
calibrated during the manufacturing process to meet the stated product
specications. If a certicate of calibration is required please contact the
nearest authorized REED distributor or authorized Service Center. Please
note an additional fee for this service will apply.
Safety
Never attempt to repair or modify your instrument. Dismantling your
product, other than for the purpose of replacing batteries, may cause
damage that will not be covered under the manufacturer's warranty.
Servicing should only be provided by an authorized service center.
Features
• Duallasersassistwithtargetareaidentication
• 50:1distancetospotsizeratio
• Takephotosandrecordvideowithbuilt-incamera
• Dataloggingcapabilitiesincludeon-screengraphingwithtimeand
date stamp
• Digitallyadjustableemissivity
• TypeKthermocoupleinputforcontactmeasurement
• Ambientairtemperature,humidity,dewpointandwetbulbtemperature
measurement
• Max,min,avganddifferentialreadings
• Highandlowalarms
• Triggerlockfeatureforcontinuousmonitoring
• ExportdatatoPCwithincludedUSBcable(nosoftwarerequired)

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Specifications
IR Temperature
Range: -58to3992°F(50to2200°C)
Accuracy: -58to68°F(-50to-20°C):±6.3°F(3.5°C)
68to932°F(20to500°C):
±1%rdg.+1.8°F(1.0°C)
932to1832°F(500to1000°C):±1.5%rdg.
1832to3992°F(1000to2200°C):±2.0%rdg.
Resolution: 0.1°F(0.1°C)
Contact Type K T/C Temperature
Range: -58to2498°F(-50to1370°C)
Accuracy: -58to32°F(-50to0°C):±4.5°F(2.5°C)
32to2498°F(0to1370°C):
±0.5%rdg.+2.7°F(1.5°C)
Resolution: 0.1°F(0.1°C)
Ambient Temperature
Range: 32to122°F(0to50°C)
Accuracy: 50to104°F(10to40°C):±0.9°F(0.5°C)
>104°F(40°C):±1.8°F(1.0°C)
Dewpoint and Wet Bulb Temperature
Range: 32to122°F(0to50°C)
Accuracy: <40°C:±0.9°F(0.5°C)
>40°C:±1.8°F(1.0°C)
Relative Humidity
Range: 0to100%RH
Accuracy: 0to20%:±5%
20to40%:±3.5%
40to60%:±3%
60to80%:±3.5%
80to100%:±5%
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General Specifications
OpticalResolution(D:S): 50:1
Dual Laser: Yes
Spectral Response: 8 to 14µm
Emissivity: 0.1to1.0(Adjustable)
Response Time: 150ms
Display Size/Type: 2.2" TFT Color LCD
Backlit Display: Yes
DisplayHold: Yes
High/LowAlarms: Yes(Audible(beep)andvisual(on-screen))
Max/Min: Yes
Average and Differential: Yes
Datalogging Capabilities: Yes
F/C Switchable: Yes
Trigger Lock: Yes
Autoshutoff: Yes(adjustable3,15,60mins)
InternalMemory: Yes(72mb),ExpandablewithmicroSDcard
Thermocouple Input: Yes
TripodMountable: Yes
Laser Class: Class II
Low Battery Indicator: Yes
Power Supply: Li-Ion rechargeable battery
Battery Life: Approx. 4 hours continuous use
Battery Charge Time: Approx. 2 hours
ProductCertications: CE,RoHS
OperatingTemperature: 32to122°F(0to50°C)
StorageTemperature: -4to140°F(-20to60°C)
OperatingHumidityRange:
10to90%
Dimensions: 8.1x2.4x6.1"(205x62x155mm)
Weight: 14.5oz(410g)

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Included
• TypeKThermocoupleProbe
• ACAdapter
• USBAdapter
• Mini-Tripod
• HardCarryingCase
• Li-ionRechargeableBattery
Instrument Description
1. Lens Cover
2. LCD Display
3. Front Panel
4. Trigger
5. Battery Cover
6. Camera
7. Laser
8. IR Sensor
9. Type-KThermocoupleJack
10.USBComputerInterfaceJack
11.MicroSDMemoryCardSlot
12. Battery
13.Up/PictureButton
14. Power/ESC Button
15. Down/Video Button
16. Enter Button

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Operating Instructions
Main Menu
1. When you turn the meter on you will enter the main menu screen
by default.
2. Press the and buttons to scroll through the following parameters.
IRCameraMode DataLoggerMode
IRMeasurementMode MediaGallery
DewPointMeasurementMode Settings
3. Once the appropriate parameter has been selected follow the asso-
ciated instructions below.
IR Camera Mode
The IR Camera mode measures IR temperature, air temperature, relative
humidity, dew point, temperature, and wet bulb temperature while having
the video camera on.
1. Press the ENTER button when "IR Camera" is highlighted to enter IR
camera mode.
2. Oncethemeasurementsettingsarecongured(see"Measurement
Settings"fordetails),pressandholdthetriggertotakea
measurement.
Note: This mode allows a user to take pictures and videos.
3. Press the picture button to take a picture of the current image and
readings displayed on the screen.
4. Save the picture by pressing the button or delete the picture by
pressing the button.
5. To take a video, press the Video button to begin recording.
6. The meter will record video while continuously taking readings.
7. When complete, press the Video button again to stop recording.
8. Press the ESC button to exit IR camera mode and return to the main
menu screen.
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IR Measurement Mode
TheIRMeasurementmodemeasuresIRtemperature,airtemperature,
relative humidity, Dew point temperature, and wet bulb temperature
without the video camera capabilities.
1. Press the ENTERbuttonwhen"IRMeasure"ishighlightedtoenter
IR measurement mode.
2. Oncethemeasurementsettingsarecongured(see"Measurement
Settings" fordetails),pressandholdthetriggertotakea
measurement.
Note: This function is best suited for quick measurements.
Dew Point Measurement Mode
TheDewPointMeasurementmodemeasuresIRtemperature,airtemper-
ature, relative humidity, Dew point temperature, and wet bulb temperature.
The bottom gradient bar displays the current temperature/dew point
percentage ratio.
1. Press the ENTER button when "DEWPOINT" is highlighted to dew
point measurement mode.
2. Oncethemeasurementsettingsarecongured(see"Measurement
Settings"fordetails),pressandholdthetriggertotakea
measurement.
Data Logger Mode
The data logger mode automatically records IR Temperature readings
and high/low alarms to memory at user programmable intervals. See
"Measurement Settings" for details.
1. Press the ENTERbuttonwhen"DATALOGGER"ishighlightedto
enter data logger mode.
2. Once the measurement settings are congured, press the trigger to
start logging at the set interval.
3. When completed, press the ESC button to exit the data logger mode
which will automatically save the data to a le.
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Media Gallery
The media gallery mode allows a user to view the saved pictures, videos
or logs.
1. Press the ENTERbuttonwhen‘GALLERY'ishighlightedtoenterthe
saved media gallery.
2. Press the and buttons to scroll through the media gallery folders
(Video,Pictureorlogs)
3. Once the appropriate folder has been selected follow the associated
instructions below.
Viewing Saved Pictures
1. Press the ENTER button when "Picture" is highlighted to enter the
saved pictures gallery.
2. Press ENTER again to view the picture thumbnails.
3. Press the and buttons to scroll through the picture thumbnails.
4. Press the ENTER button to view the selected picture in full screen
Note: A user can also scroll through the pictures by pressing the or
buttons when viewing a picture in full screen.
5. To delete a picture, press the ENTER button twice when viewing a
picture in full screen.
6. Press the and buttons to select between Yes or No and press
the ENTER button to conrm selection
7. Press the ESC button twice to exit the picture thumbnails and return
to the media gallery folders.
Viewing Videos
1. Press the ENTER button when ‘Video‘ is highlighted to enter the
saved videos gallery.
2. Press ENTER again to view the video thumbnails.
3. Press the and buttons to scroll through the video thumbnails.
4. Press the ENTER button to play the selected video
Note: A user can also scroll through the saved videos by pressing the
or buttons twice when playing a video.
5. To delete a selected video, press and hold the ENTER button while
in video thumbnails.
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6. Press the and buttons to select between Yes or No and press
the ENTER button to conrm selection
7. Press the ESC button twice to exit the video thumbnails and return
to the media gallery folders.
Viewing Logs
1. Press the ENTER button when 'Logs' is highlighted to enter the
saved logs gallery.
2. Press the and buttons to scroll through the logs thumbnails.
3. Press the ENTER button to display the selected log in graphical form.
4. To delete a log, press and hold the ENTER button while in the logs
thumbnails.
5. Press the and buttons to select between Yes or No and press
the ENTER button to conrm selection
6. Press the ESC button to exit the logs thumbnails and return to the
media gallery folders.
Transfer files to a PC
Youcansavedatadirectlyontothemeter(Flash)oronamicroSDcard
(See"Setting the Memory to Flash or Micro SD" in system settings for
details).TotransfertheinformationtoaPCyoucandosobytheincluded
USBcableoryoucaninserttheoptionalmicroSDcardintoacomputer.If
theUSBcableisused,theUSBsymbolwillappearinthedisplayandthe
computer will recognize the unit as a removable drive.
Once installed, open the drive to view the three folders:
1. LOGS:Logswillbesavedas*.txtles
2. PICTURE:Pictureswillbesavedas*.jpgles
3. VIDEO:Videoswillbesaveas*.MP4les
Note: No software is necessary to view the saved data, simply click and
drag your data from the device on to your desktop or open directly from
any of the folders.
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System Settings
1. While in the main menu screen, press the ENTER button when
"Settings" is highlighted to enter system settings.
2. Press the and buttons to scroll through the following parameters.
Parameter Description
Languages Set the language
Date/Format Setting the date and date format
Time/Format Setting the time and time format
Units Selecting the temperature unit of measure
Memory Setting the memory to Flash or micro SD
Beeper Enable or Disable the audible beep
Auto screen-off Enable or disable the auto-screen off function
Auto power-off Enable or disable the auto-power off function
System Default Setting Restores the R2020 to its default settings
3. Once the appropriate parameter has been selected follow the
associated instructions below.
Setting the Language
1. Press the ENTER button when "Languages" is highlighted to enter
the appropriate function.
2. Press the
and
buttons to scroll through the list of languages
3. Press the ENTER button to conrm selection.
4. Press the ESC button to exit the Languages function and return to
system settings.
Setting the Date and Date Format
1. Press the ENTER button when "Date/Format" is highlighted to enter
the appropriate function.
2. Press the
and
buttons to select the desired format for the date
3. Press the ENTER button to conrm selection.
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4. Once the format has been chosen, press the
and
buttons to
select the day, month and year while pressing the ENTER button to
conrm each entry.
5. Press the ESC button to exit the date/format function and return to
system settings.
Setting the Time and Time Format
1. Press the ENTER button when "Time/Format" is highlighted to enter
the appropriate function.
2. Press the
and
buttons to select the desired format for the time.
3. Press the ENTER button to conrm selection.
4. Once the format has been chosen, press the
and
buttons to
selecttheminute,hour,andAM/PM(ifapplicable)whilepressingthe
ENTER button to conrm each entry.
5. Press the ESC button to exit the date/format function and return to
system settings.
Selecting the Temperature Unit of Measure
1. Press the ENTERbuttonwhen"Units"ishighlightedtoenterthe
appropriate function.
2. Press the
and
buttons to select between °C and °F.
3. Press the ENTER button to conrm selection.
4. Press the ESC button to exit the temperature unit of measure
function and return to system settings.
Setting the Memory to Flash or Micro SD
1. Press the ENTERbuttonwhen"Memory"ishighlightedtoenterthe
appropriate function.
2. Press the
and
buttons to select between Flash and SD Card.
3. Press the ENTER button to conrm selection.
4. Press the ESC button to exit the memory function and return to
system settings.
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Enable or Disable the Audible Beep
1. Press the ENTER button when ‘Beeper' is highlighted to enter the
appropriate function.
2. Press the
and
buttons to select between On or Off
3. Press the ENTER button to conrm selection.
4. Press the ESC button to exit the audible beep function and return to
system settings.
Enable or Disable the Auto-Screen off Function
1. Press the ENTER button when "Auto Screen-Off" is highlighted to
enter the appropriate function.
2. Press the
and
buttons to select between Disable, 20 seconds,
1 minute or 3 minutes
3. Press the ENTER button to conrm selection.
4. Press the ESC button to exit the auto screen-off function and return
to system settings.
Enable or Disable the Auto-Power off Function
1. Press the ENTER button when "Auto Power-Off" is highlighted to
enter the appropriate function.
2. Press the
and
buttons to select between Disable, 3 minutes,
15 minutes, or 60 minutes
3. Press the ENTER button to conrm selection.
4. Press the ESC button to exit the auto power-off function and return
to system settings.
Restoring Default Settings
1. Press the ENTER button when "System Default Settings" is
highlighted to enter the appropriate function.
2. Press the
and
buttons to select between Yes or No.
3. Press the ENTER button to conrm selection.
4. Press the ESC button to exit the restoring default settings function
and return to system settings.
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Measurement Settings
1. While taking a measurement, press the ENTER button to open the
"MeasurementSettings"menu.
2. Press the and buttons to scroll through the following parameters.
Parameter Description
Emissivity Adjustingtheemissivityvalue
AlarmHigh Setting high temperature alarm
Alarm Low Setting low temperature alarm
Laser Enable or Disable the laser indicator
AutoMode Enable or disable automatic measurement mode
Max/Min EnableordisableMax/MinTemperaturevalues
Average Dif Display air temperature and relative humidity values
Ambient Temp Display the dew point and wet bulb temperature values
Type k EnableordisablethetypeKthermocoupleinput
Color Setting the font color
3. Once the appropriate parameter has been selected, follow the
associated instructions below.
Adjusting Emissivity
1. Press the ENTER button when ‘Emissivity' is highlighted to enter the
appropriate function.
2. Press the
and
buttons to scroll through the pre-set list of
emissivity matching the material being measured or select =0.94
to set the emissivity manually using the
and
buttons.(referto
"Emissivity Chart"details)
3. Press the ENTER button to conrm your pre-set selection value or
press the ESC button to exit and save the manual emissivity value
(ifapplicable).
4. Press the ESC button to exit the emissivity function and return to
measurement settings.
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Setting the High Alarm Value
1. Press the ENTERbuttonwhen"AlarmHigh"ishighlightedtoenter
the appropriate function.
2. Press the
and
buttons to enable, disable or set the alarm value.
3. Press the ENTER button to conrm selection.
4. Press the
and
buttonstoadjustthevalue.(ifapplicable)
5. Press the ESC button to save and exit the high alarm value
(ifapplicable).
6. Press the ESC button to exit the high alarm function and return to
measurement settings.
Setting the Low Alarm Value
1. Press the ENTER button when "Alarm Low" is highlighted to enter
the appropriate function.
2. Press the
and
buttons to enable, disable or set the alarm value.
3. Press the Enter button to conrm selection.
4. Press the
and
buttonstoadjustthevalue.(ifapplicable)
5. Press the ESC button to save and exit the low alarm value
(ifapplicable).
6. Press the ESC button to exit the low alarm function and return to
measurement settings.
Laser Indicator
While "Laser" is highlighted in measurement settings, press the ENTER
button to enable or disable the laser.
Automatic Measurement Mode
While"AutoMode"ishighlightedinmeasurementsettings,pressthe
ENTER button to enable or disable automatic measurement mode.
Max/Min Temperature Values
While"Max/Min"ishighlightedinmeasurementsettings,pressthe
ENTERbuttontosettheMAX/MINmodeONorOFF.TheMAX/MINmode
displaysthehighest(MAX)andlowest(MIN)IRtemperaturevalues.
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Average/Differential IR Temperature Values
While "Average/Dif" is highlighted in measurement settings, press the
ENTER button to set the average and differential IR temperature values
ON or OFF.
Dew-point/Wet Bulb Temperature Values
While"AmbientTemp/%RH"ishighlightedinmeasurementsettings,
press the ENTER button to set the dew point and wet bulb temperature
values ON or OFF.
Type K Input
While"TypeK"ishighlightedinmeasurementsettings,presstheENTER
button to enable or disable the Type k contact thermocouple input.
Color
1. Press the ENTER button when "Color" is highlighted to enter the
appropriate function.
2. Press the
and
buttons choose a font color.
3. Press the ESC button to save the selection and return to
measurement settings.
Battery Charging and Replacement
When the battery is empty, recharge the Lithium ion 3.7V/1400mAh
rechargeablebattery.ConnecttheUSBbatterycabletotheminiUSBjack
located above the measurement trigger and then connect the other end of
the cable to an AC source or computer.
Applications
• Verifymechanical(bearings,motors)orelectrical(circuitbreakerboxes)
equipment
• Calibrationandcontrolofheaterandoventemperatures
• Monitoringmaterialsinprocessesinvolvingheatingand/orcooling
• Qualitycontrolmonitoring
• Researchanddevelopmentapplications
• Automotivediagnostics
• ConductHVACenergyauditstodetermineleaks,inltration

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Appendix: Emissivity Chart
Emissivity is a term used to describe the energy-emitting characteristics
ofmaterials.Most(90%oftypicalapplications)organicmaterialsand
painted or oxidized surfaces have an emissivity of 0.95.
Inaccurate readings will result from measuring shiny or polished metal
surfaces. To compensate, cover the surface to be measured with masking
tape or at black paint. Allow time for the tape to reach the same temper-
atureasthematerialunderneathit.Measurethetemperatureofthetape
or painted surface.
Measured Surfaces Emissivity
Metal
Aluminum: Oxidization 0.2-0.4
A3003 Alloy: Oxidization, Rough 0.3, 0.1-0.3
Brass: Burnishing, Oxidization 0.3, 0.5
Copper: Oxidization, Electric Temrinal Board 0.4-0.8, 0.6
Hastelloy:Alloy 0.3-0.8
Inconel: Oxidization,
Sand-Blasting, Electro Burnishing 0.7-0.95, 0.3-0.6, 0.15
Iron: Oxidization, Rusting 0.5-0.9, 0.5-0.7
Iron(Casting):Oxidization,
Non-Oxidization, Casting 0.6-0.95, 0.2, 0.2-0.3
Iron(Forging):Passivation 0.9
Lead: Rough, Oxidization 0.4, 0.2-0.6
Molybdenum:Oxidization 0.2-0.6
Nickel: Oxidization 0.2-0.5
Platinum: Black 0.9
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Measured Surfaces Emissivity
Steel: Cold Rolling, Steel Plate Burnishing,
Steel Plate Rubbing 0.7-0.9, 0.4-0.6, 0.1
Zinc: Oxidization 0.1
Non-Metal
Asbestos 0.95
Asphalt 0.95
Basalt 0.7
Carbon:Non-Oxidization,Graphite,
Silicone Carbide 0.8-0.9, 0.7-0.8, 0.9
Ceramics 0.95
Clay 0.95
Concrete 0.95
Cloth 0.9
Glass:Convex,Smooth,
Lead-Boron
0.76-0.8, 0.92-0.94,
0.78-0.82
Plates 0.96
Stone Products 0.93
Plaster 0.8-0.95
Ice 0.98
Limestone 0.98
Paper 0.95
Plastics 0.95
Water 0.93
Soil 0.9-0.98
Wood 0.9-0.95

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Accessories and Replacement Parts
R8888DeluxeHardCarryingCase
R1500 Lightweight Tripod
SD-MINI(8GB)MicroSDMemoryCard
TP-01 Beaded Thermocouple Wire Probe
R2920 Surface Thermocouple Probe
R2930 Right Angle Thermocouple Surface Probe
R2940Air/GasThermocoupleProbe
R2950 Immersion Thermocouple Probe
R2960 Needle Tip Thermocouple Probe
Don't see your part listed here? For a complete list of all accessories and
replacement parts visit your product page on www.reedinstruments.com.
Product Care
To keep your instrument in good working order we recommend the following:
• Storeyourproductinaclean,dryplace.
• Changethebatteryasneeded.
• Ifyourinstrumentisn'tbeingusedforaperiodofonemonthorlonger
please remove the battery.
• Cleanyourproductandaccessorieswithbiodegradablecleaner.Donot
spraythecleanerdirectlyontheinstrument.Useonexternalpartsonly.
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