Dual Laser Video IR Video Thermometer
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1. The meter has four 4 measurement modes Video Infrared Infrared only Dew Point and Datalogging mode When the meter is switched ON the first screen that appears is the mode selection screen Use the A V buttons to highlight the desired mode and then press the ENTER button to access the mode A y Inf Video Infrared mode the meter functions as an IR meter with the O Video Infrared camera capabilities anan El Li Infrared Infrared only mode the meter functions as an IR meter only Dew Point mode the meter shows the Dew Point temperature value Dew Point Datalogging mode the meter functions as a measurement storaqe retrieval device Datalogging J Display Symbols EWI Video IR mode High alarm 1 High alarm triggering Dew Point mode fin J Low alarm IR only mode ie o can Hold rz Ti 4 VIRSO EU EN V2 0 9 11 Laser Video IR mode In the Video IR Mode the meter can measure IR temperature air temperature humidity dew point temperature and wet bulb temperature along with full use of the video camera capabilities The IR Maximum MAX Temperature IR Minimum MIN Temperature IR Differential DIF Temperature and the IR Average AVG Temperature can also be displayed Press and hold trigger to measure the temperature MAX 57 7 MIN 574 AT 76 1 RH 55 Capturing Still Images Photographs A AA In the Video IR mode press the X JI button to take a photograph Press the2. amp button again to save the photo the SAVE soft key will appear above the up arrow button after the photograph is taken Press the W button to cancel the photo Capturing Video In the Video IR mode press the Eh button to enter the video capture mode and then press the Z button again to begin recording video Press the ESC button to exit Use the W button to stop the video 5 VIR50 EU EN V2 0 9 11 IR only mode In the IR only Mode the meter can measure IR temperature air temperature air humidity dew point temperature and wet bulb temperature but without the video camera capabilities The IR Maximum MAX Temperature IR Minimum MIN Temperature IR Differential DIF Temperature and the IR Average AVG Temperature can also be displayed Press and hold trigger to measure the temperature af E EJ MAX 9 8 Al 26 5 RH 55 5 Dew Point Temperature Mode In the Dew Point mode the meter displays the Dew Point temperature measurement along with the li HOE DP 14 3 IR temperature value Press and hold the measurement trigger to take a measurement In the Dew Point mode the percentage bargraph indicates how close the IR temperature is to the Dew Point temperature At 100 the two values are identical 6 VIR50 EU EN V2 0 9 11 Datalogging Mode The datalogger automatically records readings to memory at a programmed interval In the Datalogging mode the high low alarm values low alarm value datalog
3. bulb temperature ON or OFF Press the ESC button to exit and save EJ on fe oFF 13 VIRS0 EU EN V2 0 9 11 Type k Use the A and W buttons to enable or disable the Type k contact thermocouple input Press the ESC button to exit and save Enable Disable NOTE If a Type k probe is inserted into the meter s thermocouple jack in the compartment over the measurement trigger Enable will be selected by default Select the Disable setting to prohibit the LCD from displaying Type k temperature Memory Setting Mode From the Video IR IR only or Dew Point modes press the ENTER button to access the soft key screen The Memory Settings mode is represented by the icon on the right Use the arrow buttons to scroll over to the right icon if it is not already highlighted Press the ENTER button again when the right icon is highlighted to access the Memory Settings mode Ce Th Use the A and W buttons to select Picture Video or Logs and then press the ENTER button to access the selection Use the ENTER button to view a Picture Video or Data log Press the ENTER button to delete a picture video or log Use the A button to confirm a deletion and press the W button to cancel a deletion fad MEMORY SETTINGS Picture Video Logs Description Playback saved videos 14 VIR50 EU EN V2 0 9 11 Transfer files to a PC Connect the USB cable from the thermometer to a USB port on the pc or insert the microSD card into
4. highlighted Press the ENTER button again when the System Tools icon is highlighted to access the System Tools settings mode From the datalogger mode scroll down to the Measure Set parameter and press ENTER to access to the System Tools setting menu Use the A and W buttons to select an item and then press the ENTER button to access it Uo SYSTEM SETTINGS To SYSTEM SETTINGS Date Time Haitat C Fi Unitask 0 F Cursor Cursor Backlight Backlight Auto Power OTT Auto Power OTT screen Timeout screen Timeout Keypress Alert Keypress Alert Memory Status Memory Status Factory Setting Description Date Time Set the current date and time Units C F Select the temperature unit of measure Cursor Switch the cursor ON or OFF Backlight Backlight brightness adjustment Auto Power off Set the auto power off time period Set the screen auto off time period Keypress Alert Enable or disable the Key press Alert Memory Status Display the memory and SD card capacity 8 VIR50 EU EN V2 0 9 11 Setting the Date and Time Use the ENTER key to scroll to the desired digit and then use the A and W buttons to change the number Use the ESC button to exit this mode and save the date and time J e KE Leeni aake SEUA Setting the temperature units C F Use the A and W buttons to select the desired unit of measure press the ESC button to exit and save Setting the Cursor style Use the A and W buttons to select the cursor style
5. 1 27m 2 5 08cm spot 100 2 54m or 0 5 1 27cm spot 25 0 64m lt 50 127cm 16 VIR50 EU EN V2 0 9 11 Emissivity and IR Measurement Theory IR Thermometers measure the surface temperature of an object The thermometer s optics sense emitted reflected and transmitted energy The thermometer s electronics translate the information into a temperature reading which is then displayed on the LCD The amount of IR energy emitted by an object is proportional to an object s temperature and its ability to emit energy This ability is known as emissivity and is based upon the material of the object and its surface finish Emissivity values range from 0 1 for a very reflective object to 1 00 for a flat black finish For the VIR50 the emissivity is adjustable from 0 1 to 1 00 see the Measurement Settings section earlier in this User Guide Most organic materials and painted or oxidized surfaces have an emissivity factor of 0 94 When in doubt set the emissivity to 0 94 Emissivity Factors for Common Materials Emissivity Emissivity Material under test Material under test Asphalt Concrete Cement Sand Soil Water Ice Snow Glass Ceramic Marble Plaster Mortar Brick 0 90 to 0 98 0 94 0 96 0 90 0 92 to 0 96 0 92 to 0 96 0 96 to 0 98 0 83 0 90 to 0 95 0 90 to 0 94 0 94 0 80 to 0 90 0 89 to 0 91 0 93 to 0 96 Cloth black Skin human Leather Charcoa
6. 80 to 100 18 VIR50 EU EN V2 0 9 11 Dew Point Temperature Accuracy Relative Humidity Accuracy General Specifications 2 2 Color TET LCD 320 x 240 pixels Battery life 4 hours continuous approx Weight Dimensions 205 x 62 x 155mm 8 1 x 2 4 x 6 1 Copyright 2011 Extech Instruments Corporation a FLIR company All rights reserved including the right of reproduction in whole or in part in any form 19 VIR50 EU EN V2 0 9 11
7. DUCT VIRS0 EU EN V2 0 9 11 Meter Description LCD Display Push buttons UP Picture ESC and DOWN VIDEO Measurement Trigger Retractable Lens Cover Camera Lasers and IR sensor Compartment for Type K jack USB jack Reset button ot Se eon e Handle Grip and cover for Micro SD memory card slot and Rechargeable Battery Rear Panel 1 Display A and Camera button Power and ESC button ENTER button Vv and Video button O A O N Front View Camera lens IR thermometer lens Measurement trigger Battery Battery cover Laser pointers Micro SD card port N OO E O N gt Note A tripod mount is located on the bottom of the handle 3 VIR50 EU EN V2 0 9 11 Operation Power ON OFF RESET 1 The instrument is powered by one 1 rechargeable battery 3 7V The battery is housed in the compartment in the meter s handle 2 The supplied battery charger connects to the USB port on the instrument in the compartment above the measurement trigger 3 Once the battery is charged Press and Hold the button for 5 seconds to switch the instrument ON 4 Press and Hold the LEs J button to switch the unit OFF 5 Inthe event that the instrument freezes operation no reaction when pressing any button insert a paper clip into the Reset opening to trigger the RESET function 6 For accurate readings wait 30 seconds after powering on to allow the meter to stabilize Measurement Modes
8. User s Manual EXT INSTRUMENTS A FLIR COMPANY Dual Laser Video IR Video Thermometer MODEL VIR50 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Video IR Thermometer This meter is capable of making non contact infrared and contact thermocouple temperature measurements The built in camera offers still image and video capturing functionality for documenting measurement locations The meter includes a micro SD card slot for offloading still images and video The built in laser pointer increases target accuracy while the backlit LCD and handy push buttons combine for convenient ergonomic operation This meter is shipped fully tested and calibrated and with proper use will provide years of reliable service Features 2 2 TFT LCD display 640 x 480 pixels Digital Camera Micro SD memory card Image JPEG and video 3gp Humidity and Air Temperature Measurements Dual laser targeting Type K thermocouple probe for contact measuremnts Adjustable emissivity High accuracy Fast response time Dew point temperature and Wet bulb temperature functions Safety Use extreme caution when the laser pointer beam is on Do not point the beam toward anyone s eye or allow the beam to strike the eye from a reflective surface Do not use the laser near explosive gases or in other potentially explosive areas LASER RADIATION DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM DIODE LASER lt imW Output at 675nm CLASS II LASER PRO
9. alarm is enabled press the ENTER button to adjust its value use the A and W buttons to adjust the value Press the ENTER button to conform and then press the ESC button to exit and save EJ Enable 50 0 C fe Disable Laser Use the A and W buttons to enable or disable the laser pointer press the ESC button to exit and save lad Enable Disable 12 VIRS0 EU EN V2 0 9 11 Auto Mode Measure Lock Use the A and W buttons to enable or disable auto mode press the ESC button to exit and save If auto mode is enabled and the ESC button is then pressed the meter will enter the Measure Lock mode where measurements will be made automatically To cancel the Measure Lock mode press the ENTER button and then press the UP button CANCEL soft key Use the DOWN button to switch the laser ON or OFF Enable f Disable Max Min Use the A and W buttons to set the MAX MIN mode ON or OFF The MAX MIN mode displays the highest MAX and lowest MIN IR temperature Press the ESC button to exit and save CJ on fe OFF Average Dif Use the A and W buttons to switch ON or OFF the Average or Differential IR temperature Press the ESC button to exit and save K on fe OFF Ambient TEMP RH Use the A and VY buttons to switch the air temperature and relative humidity displays ON or OFF Press the ESC button to exit and save on fe oFF Dew point wet bulb temperature Use the A and W buttons to switch the dew point and wet
10. erever batteries accumulators are sold Disposal Follow the valid legal stipulations in respect of the disposal of the device at the end of its lifecycle 15 VIRS0 EU EN V2 0 9 11 IR Measurement Notes 1 The object under test should be larger than the spot target size calculated by the field of view diagram printed on the side of the meter and in this guide Before measuring be sure to clean surfaces that are covered with frost oil grime etc If an object s surface is highly reflective apply masking tape or flat black paint to the surface before measuring Allow time for the paint or tape to adjust to the temperature of the surface it is covering Measurements through transparent surfaces such as glass may not be accurate Steam dust smoke etc can obscure measurements The meter automatically compensates for deviations in ambient temperature However it can take up to 30 minutes for the meter to adjust to extremely wide changes To find a hot spot aim the meter outside the area of interest then scan across in an up and down motion until the hot spot is located Field of View The meter s lasers converge at a distance of 50 inches 127cm which is the optimum measurement distance for this meter At this distance the measurement spot has a 1 inch 2 54cm diameter The Distance to Spot Ratio determines the measured spot size for the distance used For this meter the ratio is 50 1 or 1 2 54cm spot 50
11. ging interval sampling rate time can be configured Once configured press the trigger to start logging The unit will automatically record data at the specified sampling time Press the ESC buttom to exit the DATALOG mode the meter will automatically save the data to a file 5 0 C Lew 20 0 c J Tim 2 S color Orange J Measure Set to start logging Set the high and low alarm values for the datalogger From the Datalogger screen shown above use the arrow keys to select the HIGH or the LOW alarm value parameter and then press the ENTER button Use the A and W buttons to adjust the alarm value then press the ENTER button to confirm Set interval time for the datalogger From the Datalogger screen use the arrow keys to select the interval TIME parameter and then press the ENTER button Use the A and W buttons to adjust the time value logger sampling rate in seconds and then press the ENTER button to confirm Select the line color for the datalogger From the Datalogger screen use the arrow keys to select the COLOR parameter and then press the ENTER button Use the A and W buttons to select a line color and then press the ENTER button to confirm 7 VIRS0 EU EN V2 0 9 11 System Tools Settings From the Video IR IR only or Dew Point modes press the ENTER button to access the soft key screen The System Tools is the icon on the left Use the arrow buttons to scroll over to the System Tools icon if it is not already
12. l powder Lacquer Lacquer matt Rubber black Plastic Timber Paper Chromium Oxides Copper Oxides Iron Oxides Textiles 0 98 0 98 0 75 to 0 80 0 96 0 80 to 0 95 0 97 0 94 0 85 to 0 95 0 90 0 70 to 0 94 0 81 0 78 0 78 to 0 82 0 90 VIR50 EU EN V2 0 9 11 Specifications Infrared Thermometer Specifications 58 to 3992 F 50 to 2200 C 0 1 C F lt 1000 1 C F gt 1000 Accuracy 50 C to 20 C 58 F to 4 F Not specified 19 9 C to 1 C 3 9 F to 30 F 2 rdg 6 F 3 3 C 1 0 rdg 4 F 2 2 C 1001 C to 2200 C 1833 F to 3992 F 3 rdg 9 F 5 C Note Accuracy is specified for the following ambient temperature range 64 to 82 F 18 to 28 C and at 127cm 50 Repeatability 1 5 C 2 7 F 0 5 or 0 5 C 0 9 F D S Approx 50 1 ratio D distance S spot Type K Thermometer Specifications Range Resolution 50 to 1370 C 58 to 2498 F 0 1 C F lt 1000 1 C F gt 1000 Accuracy 0 C to 1370 C 32 F to 2498 F 0 5 2 7 F 1 5 C 50 C to 0 C 58 F to 32 F 2 5C 4 5F Note Accuracy is specified for the following ambient temperature range 64 to 82 F 18 to 28 C _ Air Temperature and Relative Humidity Specifications Air Temperature Range Resolution Dew Point Range Resolution Relative Humidity Range Resolution Air Temperature Accuracy 20 to 40 and 60 to 80 0 to 20 and
13. nd save D No fe reg Measurement Settings From the Video IR IR only or Dew Point modes press the ENTER button to access the soft key screen The Measurement Settings mode is represented by the middle icon Use the arrow buttons to scroll over to the middle icon if it is not already highlighted S W A Press the ENTER button again when the middle icon is highlighted to access the Measurement Settings mode as shown below 17 MEASUREMENT SETTINGS 1 MEASUREMENT SETTINGS Emissivity Dewpo int wetbulb Alarm High Type k Alarm Low Laser Auto Mode Max Min Average Dif Ambient TEMP RH mm oenn SSS Display the highest MAX or lowest MIN IR temperature 11 VIR50 EU EN V2 0 9 11 Emissivity setting Use the arrow buttons to highlight an emissivity setting and then press ENTER to choose it Select emissivity by description concrete glass etc or select g 0 94 to set the emissivity manually using the arrow buttons Press the ESC button to exit and save 0 94 fe Dor nel D Glass Ea Human kin e Ice water D Plastic CI wood Alarm High Use the A and W buttons enable or disable the alarm If the high alarm is enabled press the ENTER button to adjust its value use the A and W buttons to adjust the value Press the ENTER button to conform and then press the ESC button to exit and save J Enable 1000 0 C f Disable Alarm Low Use the A and W buttons enable or disable the alarm If the low
14. off cross or circle press the ESC button to exit and save J Circle Setting the Backlight Brightness Use the A and W buttons to select the backlight brightness level in press the ESC button to exit and save E 100 fe 90 C sos al 70 C coy C 50 Cy 40 bel 30 9 VIRS0 EU EN V2 0 9 11 Setting the Auto Power off time Use the A and W buttons to disable or select an auto power off time press the ESC button to exit and save CJ Disabled Setting the Screen Timeout Use the A and W buttons to disable or select a screen auto off time press the ESC button to exit and save C Disabled fe 30s 1 Min ku 2Min Enable Disable Key press Alert Use the A and W buttons to enable or disable the key press alert feature press the ESC button to exit and save e Enable Disable Memory Status Use the A and W buttons to select the memory internal flash or SD card Press the ESC button to exit and save If an SD card is inserted in the meter the SD card will be selected by default Press the ENTER button to format the internal flash or SD card Press the W button to cancel the formatting and press the A button to confirm the format fe Device Memory EJ sp Card Total l 49 MB Used MB Free 49 MB 100 10 VIRS0 EU EN V2 0 9 11 Factory Default Setting Use the A and W buttons to select either YES revert to the factory default settings or NO cancel Press the ESC button to exit a
15. the SD port on the pc If the USB cable is used the USB symbol will appear in the display and the PC will recognize the unit as a removable drive Open the drive to view the three folders LOGS Text files use the txt files PICTURE Pictures use the jpg files VIDEO Videos use the 3gp files Note other file types are used by the themometer for internal requirements Note If the 3gp video files will not play on any installed media software a software plug in is available on the supplied CD which will allow compatibility with Media Player Battery Charging and Replacement When the battery display symbol appears empty or close to empty recharge the Lithium ion 3 7V 1400mAh rechargeable battery Connect the supplied USB battery cable to the mini USB jack in the compartment above the measurement trigger and then connect the other end of the cable to an AC source Charge time is approx 2 hours The battery is located in the compartment behind the handle panel and beneath the meter s trigger The panel can be released and folded down as shown in the diagram Replace the battery if necessary with one of the same type and specifications and close the battery compartment cover You as the end user are legally bound Battery ordinance to return all used batteries and accumulators disposal in the household garbage is prohibited You can hand over your used batteries accumulators at collection points in your community or wh
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