FLUKE TiR105 CCF Thermal Camera User Manual

FLUKE TiR105 CCF Thermal Camera

Product Information

The TiR105 is a rugged and rechargeable lithium-ion smart battery-powered Imager. It has a focus-free system with a large depth of field that keeps the image in good focus at distances more than four feet. The Imager also has a laser pointer, a torch/flashlight, and a visual camera and lens. The two-part trigger is located in the standard trigger position for a pistol-grip device. The larger, green trigger is the primary trigger, and the smaller, black trigger is the secondary trigger that operates the laser and torch.

Safety Information

To prevent eye damage and personal injury, do not look into the laser. Do not point the laser directly at persons or animals or indirectly off reflective surfaces. Additional laser warning information is on the inside of the product lens cover.

Table 1 – Symbols

How to Charge the Battery

1. Connect the AC power adapter into an AC wall outlet and connect the DC output to the Imager’s AC power socket. The battery charge indicator flashes in the upper left-hand corner of the display while the battery charges with the AC power adapter.
2. Charge until the charge indicator on the display does not flash.
3. Disconnect the AC power adapter when the smart battery is fully charged.

Note: The Imager shows “AC Power Connected” in the upper left-hand corner of the display when connected to AC power and the battery is removed. When the Imager’s power is off and the AC power adapter is connected, “Battery Charge In Process” flashes in the center of the display to show that the battery charge is in process. Keep the Imager attached to the charger until the battery condition icon shows a full charge. If you remove the Imager from the charger before a full charge shows, it may have a reduced run-time.

Power On and Off
To turn the Imager on or off, push and hold the green power button above the LCD for two seconds. When the Auto Off feature is on, the Imager goes into Sleep Mode after five minutes of inactivity and shows “Sleep Mode” on the display. Press any key to restart the Imager. After 20 minutes of inactivity, the Imager turns off.

Focus

The TiR105 uses a large depth of field focus-free system. The focus-free system can focus at a minimum distance of 122 cm (48 in). Images closer than that will be blurred. Beyond that to infinity, hold the camera still and images should be sharp, with no adjustment. Correct focus is important in all imaging applications.
Correct focus makes sure that the infrared energy is correctly directed onto the pixels of the detector. Without the correct focus, the thermal image can be blurry, and the radiometric data will be inaccurate. Out-of-focus infrared images are frequently unusable or of little value.

Product Usage

1. To charge the Imager’s smart battery, connect the AC power adapter into an AC wall outlet and connect the DC output to the Imager’s AC power socket. Charge until the charge indicator on the display does not flash, and then disconnect the AC power adapter.
2. To turn on the Imager, push and hold the green power button above the LCD for two seconds. To turn off the Imager, push and hold the green power button above the LCD for two seconds.
3. Use the focus-free system to keep the image in good focus at distances more than four feet. The focus-free system can focus at a minimum distance of 122 cm (48 in). Images closer than that will be blurred. Beyond that to infinity, hold the camera still and images should be sharp, with no adjustment.
4. Use the two-part trigger to operate the Imager. The larger, green trigger is the primary trigger, and the smaller, black trigger is the secondary trigger that operates the laser and torch.
5. To prevent eye damage and personal injury, do not look into the laser. Do not point laser directly at persons or animals or indirectly off reflective surfaces. Additional laser warning information is on the inside of the product lens cover.

TiR105 ­ CCF Thermal Camera User Manual
Extracted from: Ti100, Ti105, Ti110, Ti125, TiR105, TiR110, TiR125 Users Manual Oct 2014 PN 3889825 February 2012, Rev.1, 2/13 © 2012-2013 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved. Specifications are subject to change without notice. All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.

Introduction

The Fluke TiR105 Thermal Imager is a handheld, infrared imaging camera for use in many applications. These applications include equipment troubleshooting, preventive and predictive maintenance, and building diagnostics. The TiR105 is optimized for building inspection and diagnostics applications. All Imagers display thermal images on a high-visibility LCD screen and can save images to an SD memory card. Saved images and data can be transferred to a PC via the SD memory card or by a direct USB connection to the PC. The Imager includes SmartView® software. This software is a highperformance, professional software suite that allows for analysis and reporting. Infrared images display in different color palettes on each Imager. The temperature measurement range is: -20 °C to +150 °C
A rugged, rechargeable lithium-ion smart battery provides power to the Imager. Direct AC power is accessible with the included AC power adapter. The TiR105 uses a focus-free system with a large depth of field that keeps the image in good focus at distances more than four feet.

Safety Information
To prevent eye damage and personal injury, do not look into the laser. Do not point laser directly at persons or animals or indirectly off reflective surfaces. Additional laser warning information is on the inside of the Product lens cover.
Table 1 is a list of symbols used on the Imager and in this manual.

How to Charge the Battery
1. Connect the ac power adapter into an ac wall outlet and connect the dc output to the Imager’s ac power socket. flashes in the upper left- hand corner of the display while the battery charges with the ac power adapter.
2. Charge until the charge indicator on the display does not flash.
3. Disconnect ac power adapter when the smart battery is fully charged.
Note
Make sure that the Imager is near room temperature before you connect it to the charger. Charging temperature spec: 0 °C to 40 °C When you charge in extreme temperatures, battery capacity may be decreased.
shows in the upper left-hand corner of the display when the Imager is connected to ac power and the battery is removed. When the Imager’s power is off and the ac power adapter is connected, flashes in the center of the display to show that the battery charge is in process. Keep the Imager attached to the charger until the battery condition icon shows a full charge. If you remove the Imager from the charger before a full charge shows, it may have a reduced run-time.
Note
When the battery is connected to ac power, the Sleep Mode/Auto Off feature is disabled automatically.

Power On and Off

To turn the Imager on or off, push and hold the green

power button

above the LCD for two seconds. When the Auto Off feature is on, the Imager

goes into Sleep Mode after five minutes of inactivity and shows ……..

on the display. Press any key to restart the Imager.

After 20 minutes of inactivity, the Imager turns off.

Note
All thermal imagers need sufficient warm-up time for the most accurate temperature measurements and best image quality. This time can often vary by model and by environmental conditions. Although most imagers are fully warmed up in 3-5 minutes, it is always best to wait a minimum of 10 minutes if the most accurate temperature measurement is very important to your application. When you move an Imager between environments with large differences in ambient temperature, more adjustment time can be required.

Features and Controls

TiR105

1 LCD Display 2 Power On/Off 5 Function Buttons (F1, F2, F3) 6 Arrow Buttons 7 Hand Strap 8 SD Memory Card Slot 9 USB Cable Connection 10 AC /Charge Input Terminal 11 Retractable Lens Cover 12 Torch/Flashlight 13 Visual Camera and Lens 14 Infrared Camera Lens 15 Laser Pointer 16 Secondary Trigger 17 Primary Trigger 18 Hand Strap Anchor Posts 20 Lithium-ion Smart Battery 22 AC Adapter, Socket Adapters

Focus
The TiR105 uses a large depth of field focus-free system.
The focus-free system can focus at a minimum distance of 122 cm (48 in) Images closer than that will be blurred. Beyond that to infinity, hold the camera still and images should be sharp, with no adjustment.
Correct focus is important in all imaging applications. Correct focus makes sure that the infrared energy is correctly directed onto the pixels of the detector. Without the correct focus, the thermal image can be blurry and the radiometric data will be inaccurate. Out-of-focus infrared images are frequently unusable or of little value.

Primary and Secondary Triggers
The two-part trigger is located in the standard trigger position for a pistol- grip device. The larger, green trigger is the primary trigger. The smaller, black trigger is the secondary trigger. The secondary trigger operates the laser and torch.

How to Use the Control Buttons
The function of the primary trigger is to capture a thermal image for possible storage to memory by the user.
How to Use the Menus
Image Capture
Point the imager at the object or area of interest. Make sure that the object is in focus. Pull and release the primary trigger. This will capture and freeze the image. Save it by pressing F1. NB! To cancel the captured image, pull the primary trigger again or
to return to the Live view.

SD Memory Card
To eject an SD memory card, push in on the exposed edge of the card and then release. The card should pop partially out after you release it. Carefully pull the card out of the slot.
To use the SD memory card, make sure that the write-protect lock is open. See Figure 3. Carefully push the card into the slot with the card label facing away the LCD. Push the card in until it catches.

Menus

Image Menu
The Image menu has controls for different features used in the presentation of the infrared image on the Imager’s LCD and some saved image files. Data saved as .is2 format can easily be modified within SmartView software. .bmp or .jpg format will retain image settings at the time of capture and save.
Palette
The Palette menu lets you change the false-color presentation of the infrared images on display or capture.
IR-Fusion®
IR-Fusion® makes it easier to understand infrared images through the use of an aligned visible image and infrared image.

Settings Menu
The Settings menu has adjustments for user preferences such as units of temperature measurement, file format of stored data, auto off settings, date, time, and language. This menu also has a section that displays information about the Imager such as model number, serial number, and firmware versions.
Units
To change the temperature units:
File Format
Data can be saved to the SD memory card in different file formats. Image format selections are .bmp, .jpg, and .is2 These selections remain valid when you turn the Imager off or on. To change the file format:

Images saved in the .is2 file format have the consolidation of all data into a single file and are more flexible for analysis and modification in the included SmartView software. This file format consolidates the infrared image, radiometric temperature data & visible image into one location.
For situations where a smaller file size with maximum resolution is needed and modification is not, choose the .bmp file format. For the smallest file size where modification is not needed and image quality and resolution are not as important, choose the .jpg file format.
The .bmp and .jpg files can be emailed and then opened on most PC and MAC systems without special software. These formats do not allow full analysis capabilities or modification.
The .is2 file format can be emailed and then opened with SmartView Software. This format has the maximum versatility. Visit the Fluke website to download SmartView software at no charge.
Auto Off
Auto Off is set as off or on. When set to on, the Imager goes into the Sleep mode after 5 minutes of inactivity. After 20 minutes of inactivity the Imager turns off
Note
When the battery is connected to AC Power, or the unit is in video mode, the Sleep Mode/Auto Off feature is automatically disabled.

Memory Menu
The Memory Menu allows the user to review captured images as thumbnails.
Review Data Files
To view stored images on the SD memory card:

The Following sections are quite SPECIALIST:
In Building surveys we’re mainly interested in temperature differences, rather than accurate temperature measurements.
Temperature Measurement
All objects radiate infrared energy. The quantity of energy radiated is based on the actual surface temperature and the surface emissivity of the object. The Imager senses the infrared energy from the surface of the object and uses this data to calculate an estimated temperature value. Many common objects and materials such as painted metal, wood, water, skin, and cloth are very good at radiating energy and it is easy to get relatively accurate measurements. For surfaces that are good at radiating energy (high emissivity), the emissivity factor is 90 % (or 0.90). This simplification does not work on shiny surfaces or unpainted metals as they have an emissivity of <0.60. These materials are not good at radiating energy and are classified as low emissivity. To more accurately measure materials with a low emissivity, an emissivity correction is necessary. Adjustment to the emissivity setting will usually allow the Imager to calculate a more accurate estimate of the actual temperature.
Note
Surfaces with an emissivity <0.60 make reliable and consistent determination of actual temperatures problematic. The lower the emissivity, the more potential error is associated with the Imager’s temperature measurement calculations, even when emissivity and reflected background adjustments are attempted and performed properly.
More information is available on emissivity. We recommend the study of this topic to get the most accurate temperature measurements.
SmartView Software
SmartView® software is supplied with the Imager. This software is intended for Fluke Imagers and contains features to analyze images, organize data and information, and make professional reports. SmartView® is used to export IR and visible images as .jpeg, .jpg, .jpe, .jfif, .bmp, .gif, .dip, .png, .tif, or .tiff formatted files.
Images can be rotated in SmartView.

Emissivity Adjustment
The correct emissivity values are important for you to make the most accurate temperature measurements. Emissivity of a surface can have a large effect on the apparent temperatures that the Imager observes. Understanding the emissivity of the surface being inspected can, but may not always, allow you to obtain more accurate temperature measurements.
Adjust by Number

Reflected Background Temperature Compensation
Compensation for reflected background temperature is set in the Background tab. Very hot objects or very cold objects can affect the apparent temperature and measurement accuracy of the target or object of interest, especially when surface emissivity is low. Adjustment of the reflected background temperature can make the temperature measurement better in many situations. For more information, see Emissivity Adjustment.
Transmission/Transmittance Adjustment
When you do infrared inspections through infrared-transparent windows (IR windows), not all of the infrared energy emitted from the objects of interest is transmitted through the optical material in the window. If the transmission percentage of the window is known, you can adjust this percentage in the Imager or in the SmartView software. Adjustment of the transmission correction can make the accuracy of the temperature measurement better in many situations.
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Laser Pointer
The laser pointer is a sighting aid and is offset from the infrared camera. As a result, it may not always represent the exact center of the infrared or visible image. no Laser on TiR
The laser dot does not appear on an infrared-only image, but does on visibleonly or AutoBlend images. The laser dot cannot be seen in the visible channel of the IR-Fusion image if obscured by the center point marker graphic.
The laser pointer selections are Trigger Laser, Trigger Torch, and Laser/Torch. When set, pull the secondary trigger to turn on, release the secondary trigger to turn off.
Warning
To prevent eye damage and personal injury, do not look into the laser. Do not point laser directly at persons or animals or indirectly off reflective surfaces.
To set:

Torch
The torch illuminates darker work areas. When set, pull the secondary trigger to operate.
Note When the torch is on and an image is captured, the torch momentarily shines brighter and functions as a visible camera flash. To set:
Backlight
The backlight level control is set to low, medium, and high. To set the backlight:

Maintenance
How to Clean the Case
Clean the case with a damp cloth and a weak soap solution. Do not use abrasives, isopropyl alcohol, or solvents to clean the case or lens/window.
Battery Care Warning
To prevent personal injury and for safe operation of the Product: · Do not put battery cells and battery packs near heat or fire.
Do not put in sunlight. · Do not disassemble or crush battery cells and battery packs. · Remove batteries to prevent battery leakage and damage to the
Product if it is not used for an extended period. · Connect the battery charger to the mains power outlet before
the charger. · Use only Fluke approved power adapters to charge the battery. · Keep cells and battery packs clean and dry. Clean dirty
connectors with a dry, clean cloth.
To get the best performance from the battery, use the guidelines that follow:
· Do not store the Imager on the charger for more than 24 hours as reduced battery life may result.
· Charge the Imager for a two-hour minimum at six-month intervals for maximum battery life. Without use, the battery will self-discharge in approximately six months. Batteries stored for long periods will need two to ten charging cycles for full capacity.
· Always operate in the specified temperature range.

Specifications

Temperature

Operating ……………………………………………………-10 °C to 50 °C (14 °F to 122 °F)

Charging……………………………………………………. .0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Relative Humidity …………………………………………..10 to 95 % non-condensing Power
Battery ………………………………………………………. Lithium-ion rechargeable smart battery
Battery Life…………………………………………………. 4+ hours (50 % LCD brightness) Battery Charge Time……………………………………. 2.5 hours to full charge Power Saving……………………………………………… Sleep Mode activated after 5 minutes of
inactivity Automatic Power Off after 20 minutes of inactivity Drop ………………………………………………………………2 meter Weight……………………………………………………………726g (1.6 lb) Enclosure Rating ……………………………………………IP54 Warranty ………………………………………………………..2 years Calibration Cycle ……………………………………………2 years (assumes normal operation and normal aging) Temperature Measurements

Temperature Range

-20 °C to +150 °C

Accuracy……………………………………………………..±2 °C or 2 % (whichever is greater) at 25 °C

Imaging Performance Field of View………………………………………………..31 ° x 22.5 °

For a broad scene hold imager on its side & rotate image in SmartView Spatial Resolution (IFOV)………………………………3.39 mRad

Minimum Focus Distance

122 cm (4 ft) Focus-free

Image Capture or Refresh Rate …………………. 9 Hz

Detector Type …………………………………………….. 160 X 120 Focal Plane array, uncooled microbolometer

Thermal Sensitivity (NETD)

80 mK (0.08 °C at 30 °C target temp)

Minimum Span (in manual mode)……………….. 2.0 °C, 2.5 °C (auto mode)

File Formats …………………………….. Non-Radiometric ( .bmp, .jpg) or Fully-Radiometric (.is2)
No analysis software required for NonRadiometric ( .bmp, .jpg) files

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