Omega engineering thermometer user manual (14 pages)
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Shown with Built-in Distance Measuring Option and Digital Video Camera Attachment OS530LE, OS532E, OS53xE-CF, OS533E, OS534E, OS530HRE, OS523E, OS524E OMEGASCOPE Handheld Infrared Thermometer User’ s Guide Shop online at omega.com e-mail: info@omega.com For latest product manuals: omegamanual.info ®...
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2.3.9 Thermocouple Input (OS532E, OS533E, OS534E) 2.3.10 Using the Alarm Functions 2.3.11 Using Ambient Target Temperature Compensation (OS533E, OS534E, OS523E, OS524E) 2.3.12 PC Interface Software (OS533E, OS534E, OS523E, OS524E) 2.3.13 PC Interface Commands 2.3.14 Storing Temperature Data on Command (OS533E, OS534E, OS523E, OS524E) 2.3.15 Logging Temperature Data in Real Time...
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Turning Camera ON/OFF Menu Selection Chapter 6 Maintenance Replacing the Batteries Cleaning the Lens Calibrating the Thermometer Servicing the Laser Sighting Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Guide Chapter 8 Specifications Chapter 9 Glossary of Key Strokes Appendix A How Infrared Thermometry Works...
• Food Processing: Taking accurate temperature readings without direct contact with the food or packaging material. The IR thermometer provides information at a glance — the custom backlit dual digital LCD displays both current and minimum, maximum, average or differential temperatures. This versatile instrument provides: •...
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• Sealed keypad display. • Convenient trigger operation. • Soft carrying case and wrist strap, for safety and ease of carrying. • Rubber boot around the lens and the display. Table 1-1. OS530 Series Handheld Infrared Thermometer Features Features Accuracy* Range...
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Features OS530HRE Accuracy* 3°F (1.7 °C) Range -22 to 250°F -30 to 121°C Emissivity Adjustable Display Resolution 0.1°For 0.1°C Backlit Dual Display Field of view 20:1 Differential Temperature Min/Max Temperature Average Temperature High Alarm Low Alarm Audible Buzzer & Indicator Ambient Target Temp Compensation...
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Analog Output RS-232 Output Thermocouple Input Data Storage Built-in Laser Sighting Trigger Lock Last Temperature Recall Distance Measurement Digital Camera ** OS523E provides three field of views: OS523E-1 OS523E-2 OS523E-3 OS523E ** ±1% rdg 0 to 2500°F (-18 to 1371°C) adjustable...
Door Tripod Mount Figure 1-1. OS530E/OS520E Series Handheld Infrared Thermometer Front View The display is shown in more detail in Figure 1-2 and described in Table 1-2. There are no user-serviceable parts in the thermometer. Refer to Chapter 3 for Laser Sight information.
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General Description Figure 1-2. Display and Keypad View Table 1-2. Display Details ➀ Display Mode displays one of the following: E (Emissivity) d_F (distance in Feet) (Distance in Meters) LSR (Laser either flashing or continuous) LAL (Low Alarm Setpoint) MAX (Maximum Temperature) MIN (Minimum Temperature) dIF (Differential Temperature) LOG (Log Temperature Data)
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Figure 1-3 shows the various jacks for analog output, thermocouple input and the ac adapter to the thermometer. The figures also show the location of the Laser Power Switch, Dot-Circle Switch, and Laser Beam Aperture. More details are provided in Section 2.2.1.
2.1 How to Power the Thermometer 2.1.1 Battery Operation Invert the thermometer and install 4 fresh AA size batteries as shown in Figure 2-1. Make sure the batteries’ polarities are correct, the batteries are not put in backwards, and are of the same type.
Refer to Chapter 3 for more details on the Laser Sighting. The field of view of the thermometer should fall within the area of the target being measured as shown in Figure 2-2. Figures 2-3 through 2-9 show the field of view vs distance for the various thermometers.
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2.5cm @ 51cm 10.0 *SPOT DIAMETER MEASURED 12.2 AT 90% ENERGY DISTANCE: SENSOR TO OBJECT (CM) Figure 2-4 Field of View OS533E, OS530HRE ** Measurement distance is from the outside surface of the rubber boot. Figure 2-5 Field of View OS534E, OS523E-1...
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DISTANCE: SENSOR LENS TO OBJECT (cm.) Figure 2-6 Field of View OS53xE-CF DISTANCE: SENSOR TO OBJECT (FT) 1.2" 1.0" 22mm @ 0 AT 90% ENERGY DISTANCE: SENSOR TO OBJECT (M) Figure 2-7 Field of View OS523E-2 15" 12" 1.17" .78" D:S = 40:1 19.9 29.9 38.1...
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1.6" .9" .8" 9mm @ 610mm *SPOT DIAMETER MEASURED AT 90% ENERGY DISTANCE: SENSOR TO OBJECT (M) Figure 2-8 Field of View OS523E-3 DISTANCE: SENSOR TO OBJECT (FT) 0.5"@ 0 1.5" 0.9" 13mm @ 0 *SPOT DIAMETER MEASURED AT 90% ENERGY...
In order to conserve battery life, the thermometer goes into sleep mode and the Laser Sighting turns off. 2.2.1 Measurement Techniques You can use the IR Thermometer to collect temperature data in any one of five different ways: • Spot Measurement — Measures the temperature of discrete objects such as motor bearings, engine exhaust manifolds, etc.:...
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• Moving Surface Scan - Measures the Temperature of Points on a Moving Surface: Mount the thermometer on a camera tripod and aim at a fixed point on the moving surface. Pull the trigger and press the If necessary, adjust the emissivity. The thermometer is now set up for measuring the temperature of a moving surface.
Using the Handheld Infrared Thermometer Mount the thermometer on a camera tripod and aim at the target. Connect the analog output of the thermometer to a strip chart recorder as shown in Figure 2-11. Pull the trigger and press the If necessary, adjust the emissivity.
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Using the Handheld Infrared Thermometer Table 2-1. Functional Flow Chart when the Trigger is Pulled (Real Time Mode) OS530LE, OS530HRE OS532E OS533E OS534E, OS523E, OS524E...
(MAX, MIN, dIF, AVG). 2.3.3 Using the Trigger Function Besides turning on the thermometer by pulling the trigger, you can lock the trigger electronically by pressing the trigger button twice. icon is displayed. You can unlock the trigger by pressing the trigger button twice again.
The thermometer provides distance measurement as an option. This function is either built-in or field mountable. The field mountable version (HH-DM) mounts on top of the thermometer and is a stand-alone device. It operates independently of the thermometer. Model HH-DM operates from a 9Vdc battery.
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The built-in version (-DM) is an integal part of the thermometer, and distance measurment is made using the thermometer's keypad. Go to the d_F or d_M display menu. There is a slide power switch on the side of the distance module housing. Make sure the power switch is ON.
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Using the Handheld Infrared Thermometer 0.5"@ 0 1.2 @ 0 Figure 2-17. Field of View of Distance Meter HH-DM Distance Meter HH-DM Figure 2-18. Line of Sight of the Infrared Thermometer 2-14 DISTANCE METER TO OBJECT (FT) 10.0" 6.0" DISTANCE METER TO OBJECT (M) 2"...
Flashing (FLS) or continuous (on). Pressing the change the status from flashing to continuous and vise versa. There is a slide laser power switch on the left side of the thermometer's case. Set the power switch to ON position, and pull the trigger. The laser beam will turn on (either flashing or continuous depending on the status) as long as the trigger is pulled.
2.3.7 Changing the Temperature from °F to °C (or vice versa) During the time the thermometer displays either d_F, d_M, MAX, MIN, dIF, AVG or thermocouple temperature, press the change all the temperatures from °F to °C or vice versa.
2.3.10 Using the Alarm Functions The thermometer provides audible and visible alarm indications. • To set the high alarm value: °F Pull the trigger. Then press and hold the the High Alarm Display Mode (HAL) appears. Press the Press the...
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Using the Handheld Infrared Thermometer • To set the low alarm value: (OS533E, OS534E, OS523E, OS524E): °F 2-18 NOTE The high alarm setpoint does not change when the thermometer is turned off. However, when the batteries are replaced, it is reset to the default value...
2.3.11 Using Ambient Target Temperature Compensation (OS533E, OS534E, OS523E, OS524E) Use the Ambient Target Temperature Compensation °F AT C (AMB) of these conditions are required: • The target has a low emissivity. • The ambient temperature around the target is much...
Using the Handheld Infrared Thermometer °F AT C 2.3.12 PC Interface Software (OS533E, OS534E, OS523E, OS524E) Software Installation: In order to install the PC interface software (IRTM), the PC should have the following minimum requirements: Operating System: Windows 98SE, 2000, NT4.0, XP...
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2. Check the RS232 connection between the infrared thermometer and the PC. Select your serial COM Port number from the Communication Port Setting menu on the menu bar. Turn on the infrared thermometer by pulling & locking the trigger. From the program screen, click the Start button.
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• Run the IRTM program. • If you are already in the IRTM program and sending temperature data from the thermometer to the PC in real time, click the Stop button to stop data transmission. • Go to Tool menu, and click on Download stored temperature data.
10 temperature data points. View All Show the data table and parameter settings Shrink All Hide the data table and parameter settings Using the Handheld Infrared Thermometer Do you want to save your Cancel Exit the program...
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Change Temperature Display between °F<-> °C You can change the temperature display from °F to °C or vise versa. It gets reflected on the thermometer's display as well. Reset MAX, MIN, DIF, and AVG Temperatures Reset the MAX, MIN, DIF, AVG temperatures which will get reflected on the thermometer's display.
Start to download stored data from IR thermometer memory Erase the data from the IR thermometer memory Here is a typical data strings from the infrared thermometer to the PC when the “T” command is activated: OS534; E:95; MAX:78; MIN:65; DIF:13; AVG:72; DIS:1144; HAL:900; TC:74;...
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Using the Handheld Infrared Thermometer String Description E:95; Emissivity is 0.95 MAX:78; Maximum temperature is 78 MIN:65; Minimum temperature is 65 DIF:13; Differential temperature is 13 AVG:72; Average temperature is 72 DIS:1144; Distance is 11.44 feet (always in feet) HAL:900;...
2.3.14 Storing Temperature Data on Command (OS534E, OS523E, OS524E) The thermometer can store up to 800 temperature data points on command. This data is stored in the non-volatile °F memory, so removing the batteries will not affect or erase this data. To store temperature data:...
Using the Handheld Infrared Thermometer 2.3.15 Logging Temperature Data in Real Time (OS523E, OS524E,OS534E) The thermometer can log temperature data in real time. The logged data is stored in the non-volatile memory, so °F removing the batteries will not affect or erase the data. The data is logged based on the data recording interval (PRN) which can be set anywhere from 1 to 1999 seconds.
Ambient Target Temperature compensation After all data is erased from memory, double click trigger to unlock the trigger. Using the Handheld Infrared Thermometer key until reaching the MEM or LOG FUNC then keys in rapid sequence. The...
Using the Handheld Infrared Thermometer 2.4 Recall Mode (Passive Operation) Definition: Recall Mode is the passive operational mode of the thermometer. In this mode, you may review the most recently stored temperature data and parameters. Pull Trigger Real Time (Table 2-1) Mode (Active) Figure 2-19.
You can review all 800 stored temperature values on the thermometer display using the following procedure: °F If no keys are pressed, the thermometer goes into sleep mode in approximately 5 seconds. 2-32 key to review the most recently stored FUNC •...
• NEVER POINT THE LASER BEAM AT A PERSON. • DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN THE THERMOMETER. THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. • KEEP OUT OF REACH OF ALL CHILDREN. Refer to the inside back cover for product warning label.
OS53x-CF and OS523-3 — Thermometer with built-in Laser Dot All other models — Thermometer with built-in Laser Dot/Circle Switchable Figures 3-1 and 3-2 show the side and front view of the thermometer with the built-in laser sighting. Laser Dot/Circle Switch Figure 3-1.
Flashing (FLS) or continuous (on). Pressing the change the status from flashing to continuous and vise versa. There is a slide laser power switch on the left side of the thermometer's case. Set the power switch to ON position, and pull the trigger. The laser beam will stay on (either flashing or continuous depending on the status) as long as the trigger is pulled.
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The Laser Sighting turns on only when used with the thermometer. The module does not turn on by itself. The line of sight of the thermometer does not coincide with that of the Laser Sighting, as shown in Figure 3-4. The two lines of sight become less critical when measuring distant targets.
4.1 Sighting Scope The Sighting scope is an accessory for the thermometer. It provides a visual indication of the target being measured. Aiming at distant targets (up to 200 feet) becomes much easier by using the Sighting scope. 4.2 Installing and Operating the Sighting Scope 1.
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Sighting Scope Line of sight of Pair of Mounting Clamps the sighting scope 1 11/16 (42.8 mm) Line of sight of the thermometer Figure 4-1. Installing the Sighting Scope...
5.1 Camera Parts (1) Shutter (2) Lens (3) Focus (4) Mirror (5) Microphone (6) View finder LCD display (8) LED light (9) Record button (10) MENU button (11) USB port (12) CF memory card slot (13) AV-out port (14) Eject ( CF Card) (15) Strap-holder (16) Speaker (17) Battery cover...
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Digital Video Camera For additional information please refer to the Digital Video Camera's manual available on the accompanying CD. Exit MENU Playback Voice Record Picture Resolution Picture Quality Self-Timer Erase All Format CF card A/V out setting (10) Battery Indicator LCD Preview LCD Preview Screen Page 1...
BEFORE replacing the batteries. The thermometer is powered by 4 standard AA size lithium batteries. To replace the batteries: 1. Invert the thermometer and open the cover of the battery compartment. 2. Remove the old batteries. 3. Install 4 fresh AA size (lithium or alkaline) batteries as shown in Figure 2-1.
Do not wipe the surface dry, as this may cause scratching. 6.3 Calibrating the Thermometer The thermometer can not be calibrated by the user. For precise calibration of the thermometer, call our Customer Service Department. It is recommended that the Infrared Thermometer to be sent to the factory once a year for recalibration.
THERMOMETER Problem The thermometer does not turn on (No Display) - The icon flashes. - The thermometer beeps intermittently. - The thermometer flashes in the Main Display. Troubleshooting Guide Solution 1a. Properly install fresh batteries. 1b. If operating under ac power, check...
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You can expect to see and hear the following: Solution Remove and reinstall the batteries or disconnect and reconnect the ac adapter. 1. Clean the thermometer lens. Refer to Section 4.2. 2. Activate the Diagnostic routine of the thermometer as follows (while looking at room temp): a.
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The Laser "line of sight" does not coincide with the center of the target. Troubleshooting Guide Solution 1. The thermometer has to stabilize before taking temperature measurements. It takes up to 30 minutes for the thermometer to stabilize. 1. The thermometer has to stabilize before taking temperature measurements.
-30°C to 121°C (-22°F to 250°F) OS530LE, OS533E,OS532E: -23°C to 538°C (-10°F to 1000°F) OS534E -23°C to 871°C (-10°F to 1600°F) OS523E -18°C to 1371°C (0°F to 2500°F) OS524E 538°C to 2482°C (1000°F to 4500°F) ±1% of reading or 3°F whichever is greater (2% Rdg for temp >...
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High alarm standard, with audible and visual indication OS533E, OS534E Low alarm standard, with OS523E, OS524E: audible and visual indication OS534E, OS523E Up to 800 temperature data OS524E: points. ”V” groove on top of the thermometer or use Laser Sighting 1 mV/°F or 1 mV/°C, set via keypad...
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2.5 Days, continuous operation 4 Days, continuous operation 8 Days, continuous operation 15 Hours, continuous operation 1.5x ⁄ "-20 UNC Attached to the thermometer case Standard 218.4 x 167.6 x 50.8 mm (8.6" x 6.6" x 2.0" ) 0.585 kg (1.3 lbs) Specifications...
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Operating Temperature: Operating Relative Humidity: 95% or less without condensation Power Switch: Power Indicator: Power: Identification Label: Warning & Certification Label: Located on the left side of the thermometer DISTANCE MEASURING (Model HH-DM) Range: Accuracy: Units of Measure: Sensor: Power:...
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0.9 to 9 m (3' to 30') 1% of Rdg or 3 cm (0.1') whichever is greater Meter or Feet – switchable via keypad Ultrasonic transducer From infrared thermometer 4 hours, continuous (Alkaline Battery) 15 hours, continuous (Lithium Battery) 0 to 50°C 1.4"...
°C or vice versa (only in MAX, MIN, dIF, TC or AVG Display Modes). • Allows you to go to the Diagnostic Routine. • Allows you to erase all 800 stored temperature data from the memory. • Reset the thermometer. It sets all parameters to default values.
Figure A-1 shows a block diagram of an infrared radiation thermometer. Energy from the object is focused by the lens onto the detector. As the detector heats up, it sends out an electrical signal, which in turn is amplified and sent to the circuitry of the thermometer.
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Appendix: How Infrared Thermometry Works Blackbody When thermal radiation falls on an object, part of the energy is transmitted through the object, part is reflected and part is absorbed. A blackbody is defined as an ideal object that absorbs all the radiation incident upon it.
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T = temperature of object in Kelvin = temperature of ambient surroundings in Kelvin The infrared thermometer uses this equation directly in calculating the temperature of an object. The incident power is measured by the infrared detector. The emissivity of the object is determined by the user.
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FOV, within which they see all objects. In particular, the thermometer will measure a fixed proportion of the energy radiated by all objects within its FOV. The user must guarantee that the distance between the thermometer and the object is defined so that only that object fills the FOV of the instrument.
Appendix: Emissivity Values Table B-1 provides guidelines for estimating the emissivity of various common materials. Actual emissivity, especially of metals, can vary greatly depending upon surface finish, oxidation, or the presence of contaminants. Also, emissivity or infrared radiation for some materials varies with wavelength and temperature.
Heat the object (or at least a sample of the object material) on top of a heating plate to a known temperature. Make sure the thermometer and the air surrounding the heating plate are at the same temperature. Measure the temperature of the object material with the thermometer.
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FOV of the thermometer. Area 'A' Target Aim the thermometer at Area ‘B’ as shown in Figure C-1 Make sure that Area ‘B’ is as close as possible to Area ‘A’. Adjust the emissivity of the thermometer until the temperature reading equals the temperature found in Step 3.
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C-1. Make sure that the painted area of object material fills the FOV of the thermometer. Aim the thermometer at another spot on the target - Area ‘B’ in Figure C-1. Adjust the emissivity of the thermometer until the temperature reading equals the temperature found in Step 2.
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Appendix: Determining an Unknown Emissivity Notes...
ac Adapter Input Jack ... 1-7 Active Operation ... 2-9 Aiming Sight “V Groove” 1-2, 1-5 Alarms ... 2-16, 2-17 Alkaline Batteries ... 2-1, 5-1, 6-1 Ambient Target Temperature Compensation ... 2-18, 2-19, 2-28 Analog Output Jack ... 1-7 Backlighting Icon ... 1-5 Battery(s): Compartment ...
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Line of Sight ... 3-4 Power Button ... 2-2, 3-2 Problems ... 7-1 to 7-3 Power Indicator LED... 2-2, 3-3 Removing from Thermometer ... 3-4, 3-5 Status ... 2-15 Warnings and Cautions ... 3-1 LCD, Backlit ... 1-5 to 1-7 Lens Cleaning ... 6-2 Lines of Sight of the Module and Thermometer ...
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Storing Temperature Data ..2-20, 2-26, 2-27 Temperature Data: Erasing ...2-28 Storing ... 2-26, 2-27 Thermal Radiation ... A-1 Thermometer: Front View...1-5 Various View ...1-7 Tripod Thread Mount ... 1-5 “V” Groove Aiming Sight 1-5, 4-1 Wein’s Displacement Law ... A-3 Wrist Strap ...
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OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC. warrants this unit to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 25 months from date of purchase on the base unit and 13 months from date of purchase on Laser Sight Module. OMEGA Warranty adds an additional one (1) month grace period to the normal product warranty to cover handling and shipping time.
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