TOPDON TC005 Handheld Thermal Imaging Camera User Manual
- June 12, 2024
- TOPDON
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TOPDON TC005 Handheld Thermal Imaging Camera
Product Information
TC005 is a handheld thermal imaging camera manufactured by TOPDON. It features a resolution of 256*192 and is primarily used for equipment inspection and maintenance. The camera can be applied in various scenarios including home heating, water leak detection, and agricultural protection. It can be used independently in standalone mode or connected to a Windows-based computer via USB for enhanced functionality.
TOPDON’s TC005 is a 256*192 handheld thermal imaging camera used for equipment inspection and maintenance. You can apply the camera in home heating, water leak detection, and agricultural protection. It can be used either on its own in standalone mode or in USB mode to work with a Windows-based computer.
Cautions
Read all instructions before use.
- Do not point the thermal imaging camera at the sun or other strong energy sources for long periods of time, otherwise there might be damage to the detector in the thermal imaging camera.
- Keep the thermal imaging camera away from water to avoid electricity leakage or short circuits.
- Do not touch the lens with your hands. Do not knock, pry, puncture, or scratch the lens.
- Do not disassemble the thermal imaging camera.
What’s in the Box
Product Overview
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Keyboard
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2.8-Inch Screen
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USB Type-C Port & SD Card Slot
Type-C port is used for charging, screen projecting to PC, and file transfer -
Camera Button
Short press to take a photo, then short press the OK Button to save the photo; long press to start recording a video, short press to stop recording, then short press the OK Button to save the video.
Note: You can also choose to automatically save all the photos taken on your TC005 device. To enable the function, go to Setting > Photo Setting, and turn on Photo Auto Save. -
Visible Light Camera
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Infrared Camera
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Two LED Flashlights
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Screw Hole (1 / 4-20 unc)
Mounts the TC005 onto a tripod
Using TC005
Standalone Mode
While in standalone mode, the TC005 thermal imaging camera can work
independently on its own. To learn more about the operation of each button and
port on the TC005 device, you can refer to Section 2 Product Overview.
USB Mode
Apart from standalone use, your TC005 can also work with a Windows-based
computer. This section illustrates how to configure your TC005 to work with a
Windows-based computer for screen projecting and imagery analysis.
Getting Started
- Download and install the TDView software Go to www.topdon.com/products/tc005, click “Download” to enter the download page. Then download and install the TDView software to your computer.
- Connect TC005 to your computer with the supplied USB cable (see Figure 4.1.1).
Project Your TC005 Screen to PC
- To project your TC005 screen to PC, you need to switch your TC005 to USB mode first (Go to Setting > System Setting, and tap Using Mode to switch to USB mode).
- Open the TDView software and you can screen project your TC005 thermal imaging camera to PC.
Imagery Analysis on PC
Once your TC005 is connected to PC via the supplied USB cable, you can send
files (both JPG and IRG format files required) to the PC and conduct imagery
analysis with the TDView software.
Note: Screen projecting and imagery analysis features cannot be available
at the same time.
Specifications
- Resolution of infrared camera: 256*192
- Spectral range: 8 to 14 μm
- Pixel size: 12 μm
- NETD: < 40 mK
- FOV: 52.5°x 39.5°
- IFOV: 3.85 mrad
- Measurement range: -4° to 1022°F (-20° to 550°C)
- Measurement accuracy: ±2ºC or ±2% of reading, the larger value shall prevail
- Measurement resolution: 0.1°C
- Storage capacity: 2 GB RAM + 16 GB internal storage
- Battery capacity: 5,000 mAh
FAQ
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Q. Can the TC005 detect objects underwater, through glass or a wall?
A. No. Infrared detectors mainly detects 8 to 14 μm long-wave infrared areas, and can only be used to measure surface temperature. -
Q. Why is there a lower temperature reading when the device gets far from the object and a higher reading when the device gets closer to the object?
A. Infrared radiation attenuates when passing through the atmosphere. The longer the distance, the greater the attenuation. Thus, the accuracy of temperature measurement at a distance will decrease.
To ensure accuracy of measurement, go to Setting > Measure Parameter > Distance, and input the actual distance (max: 5 meters) to get the corrected temperature. -
Q. Why is the measured temperature not very precise?
A. The temperature resolution of TC005 is ±2%. And the TC005 provides a normal temperature range of -4 to 302°F (-20 to 150°C), and a high temperature range of 302° to 1022°F (150 to 550°C). Please select the corresponding range in the app before measuring. -
Q. What external factors will affect the infrared temperature measurement?
A. The following factors will have an impact on the measurement results:- Emissivity of the object surface.
- Ambient temperature: The object will reflect the infrared rays emitted by surrounding objects, which affects the temperature measurement of the object itself.
- Atmospheric temperature: The atmosphere itself also emits infrared rays.
- Atmospheric transmittance: the infrared rays emitted by the object are attenuated in the atmosphere.
- Distance: the longer the distance, the greater the attenuation of the infrared rays emitted by the object in the atmosphere.
Warranty
TOPDON’s One Year Limited Warranty
TOPDON warrants to its original purchaser that the company’s products will be
free from defects in material and workmanship for 12 months from the date of
purchase (Warranty Period). For the defects reported during the Warranty
Period, TOPDON will either repair or replace the defective part or product
according to its technical support analysis and confirmation. TOPDON shall not
be liable for any incidental or consequential damages arising from the
device’s use, misuse, or mounting. If there is any conflict between the TOPDON
warranty policy and local laws, the local laws shall prevail.
This limited warranty is void under the following conditions:
- Misused, disassembled, altered or repaired by unauthorized stores or technicians.
- Careless handling and / or improper operation.
Notice: All information in this manual is based on the latest information available at the time of publication and no warranty can be made for its accuracy or completeness. TOPDON reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.
FCC
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Its operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- this device may not cause harmful interference, and
- this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not
occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment on and off, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the antenna.
- Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from the one connected to the receiver.
- Consult a dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.
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