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 What do the icons listed in the Camera User Guide mean?
Information displayed on the LCD Monitor (p.18)
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  • Page 1 Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. •Other names and products not mentioned above may be registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies. Copyright © 2014 SATIR. LTD. All rights reserved 800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...
  • Page 2 Thumb Index Introduction of camera components and battery Preparing the IR Camera loading. Describes basic functions, learning how to turn Basic function on/off the IR camera and work with the control panel and LCD monitor. Describes working with the camera, from each Shooting analysis settings to using the camera‟s various analysis tools.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Read This First ..........................5 Front View ..................11 Back /Bottom View ................12 Preparing the IR Camera ....................... 12 Charging the Battery Pack ............... 13 Installing the Battery Pack / TF Card ..........15 Connecting and Installing the TF Card ..........16 Turning the Power On / Off ..............
  • Page 4 Checking the emissivity table ............42 Fulfill the Analysis Function ............. 43 Setting object/global settings ............43 Restore the default settings ............45 Spot analysis tools................46 Area analysis ..................47 Line analysis ..................49 Isotherm analysis................50 Setting the Alarm temperature ............51 Setting the comparing temperature ..........
  • Page 5: Read This First

    IR camera is operating and being operated correctly.  Please note that SATIR, its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction of an IR camera or accessory that...
  • Page 6 Warnings Read on to learn about using IR camera properly.  Avoid damaging eyesight .Warning: Do not trigger the laser pointer in human or animal eyes. Exposure to the laser produced by the laser pointer may damage eyesight  Do not disassemble Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment that is not expressly described this guide.
  • Page 7 dirt that collects on the plug, the exterior of the power outlet and the surrounding area In dust, humid or greasy environments, the dust that collects around the plug over long periods of time may become saturated with humidity and short-circuit, leading to fire. ...
  • Page 8  Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries This is serious risk of injury due to an explosion. Immediately flush with water any area of the body, including the eyes and mouth, or clothing, that comes into contact with the inner contents of a battery.
  • Page 9 not in use to avoid fires and other hazards Continuous use over a long period of time may cause the unit to overheat and distort, resulting in fire.  Do not use the battery charger or compact power adapter if the cable or plug is damaged, or if the plug is not fully inserted into the power outlet The battery charger varies according to region.
  • Page 10 Storing the IR camera for extended periods with battery installed will run down the battery.  Right Reserved SATIR reserves the right to change the functions and configurations of our products without prior notice. 800.561.8187 information@itm.com www.
  • Page 11: Front View

    Component Guide Front View Figure Explanation This table explains the figure above Laser pointer Visual Camera Illuminator IR lens Focus ring Definable trigger LCD Display Micro USB TF Card 10 Battery 800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...
  • Page 12: Back /Bottom View

    Component Guide Back /Bottom View Figure Explanation This table explains the figure above Power Indicator Cancel Auto adjust Enter Power switch Freeze/Active Omni selector Video output 800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...
  • Page 13: Preparing The Ir Camera

    Preparing the IR Camera Charging the Battery Pack General Use the following procedures to charge the battery pack for the first time and subsequently when the low battery icon appears on the Display Panel. The following icons indicate the battery status on the LCD display.
  • Page 14 The other way : Install Battery Pack into the camera first,then plug a USB cable into the USB interface on the host and recharge the camera directly. NOTE This is a lithium ion battery pack so there is no need to discharge it completely before recharging.
  • Page 15: Installing The Battery Pack / Tf Card

    Preparing the IR Camera Installing the Battery Pack / TF Card General Charge the battery pack before using it for the first time Procedure Follow this procedure to install/ takeout the Battery Pack Insert the battery pack: Fit the battery pack into the slot, and then push down the battery pack until it‟s fixed.
  • Page 16: Connecting And Installing The Tf Card

    Connecting and Installing the TF card Connecting and Installing the TF Card Figure Explanation This table explains the figure above Micro USB TF card Video output NOTE The TF card must be formatted in FAT32. Otherwise, the IR camera may not recognize the TF card 800.561.8187 information@itm.com www.
  • Page 17: Turning The Power On / Off

    Preparing the IR Camera Turning the Power On / Off General The power indicator is lit while the power of the camera is on. Procedure Follow this procedure to turning the power on /off Press and hold the power switch for 3 seconds. •The power indicator will be on After a while, a startup image will appear on the screen...
  • Page 18: Checking The Information On The Lcd Monitor

    Main interface: Explanation: This table explains the figure above Power and time display Level(click to modify) Color scale Span(click to modify) Temperature unit;Emissivity;Distance; Environment temperature;Humidity; Shortcut tools 7 SATIR trademark (Click to bring up the main menu) 800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...
  • Page 19: Setting The Date And Time

    Preparing the IR Camera Setting the date and time General You need to set the Data / Time when the IR camera is turned on for the first time. Procedure Follow this procedure to set the Date/time 1 Press the [C] key or click the icon Press the LEFT and RIGHT arrow to select the [Settings] menu and press ENTER key...
  • Page 20: Local Settings

    Preparing the IR Camera Local Settings Language setting General In this menu item, you can display style of the built-in menu system. Procedure Follow this procedure to set language Press the [C] key or click the icon Press the LEFT and RIGHT arrow to select the [Settings] menu and press Enter key.
  • Page 21 About the You can set the follow options in the system setting local Language Selects the language of the menus and settings messages. Update update / backup / restore thermal imager operating system Set the system date and time display ,set Date &...
  • Page 22: Unit Setting

    Preparing the IR Camera Local Setting Unit setting Procedure Follow this procedure to set unit. Press the [C] key or click the icon Press the RIGHT arrow on the omni selector to select [Settings], then press the ENTER key. Press the DOWN arrow on the omni selector to select [System] then click [Unit Setting].
  • Page 23: Tv-Out Modes Setting

    Preparing the IR Camera Local Setting TV-OUT modes Setting Procedure Follow this procedure to set the TV-OUT modes Press the [C] key or click the icon. Press the RIGHT arrow on the omni selector to select [Settings] then press ENTER key Press the DOWN arrow on the omni selector to select [System] then click [Control].
  • Page 24: Update/Backup/Recover

    Preparing the IR Camera Update/Backup/Recover Update/Backup/Recovery Procedure Follow this procedure to update/backup/recovery the operating system of the IR Camera. Copy the installation package to the TF Card. Turn off the IR Camera and insert the TF Card. Turn on the IR Camera. Press the [C] key or click the icon.
  • Page 25: Basic Functions

    Basic Functions Using the LCD Monitor Using the LCD Monitor General If you wish to use the LCD monitor for shooting, playing back thermal images and adjusting menu settings, follow the instructions below. Figure Procedure Follow this procedure to use the LCD Monitor Open the LCD displayer in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 26: Selecting Menus And Settings

    Basic Functions Selecting Menus and Settings General The camera comes with two methods of control, keypad and touch screen. The user can control the camera depending on their preference and application. keypad Press the [C] key Press the LEFT or RIGHT arrow on the omni selector Press the UP or DOWN arrow on the omni selector.
  • Page 27: Resetting The Settings To Default

    Basic Functions Resetting the Settings to Default General You can reset the menu and button operation settings to default. Procedure Follow this procedure to reset the settings to default Press the [C] key or click the icon. Press the LEFT and RIGHT arrow keys to select [Settings], press the ENTER key.
  • Page 28: Shooting

    Shooting IR Camera Adjustment Focus Manual Focus and digital zoom Figure Procedure Follow this procedure to Aim that the IR camera at the subject. Turn the focus ring to focus on the target. Do not stop turning until the image is clear. NOTE You can press LEFT +UP/DOWN to realize the digital zoom.
  • Page 29 Shooting IR Camera Adjustment Display Modes DuoVision Display modes Thermal, Visual and DuoVision image display General This IR camera records visual images with its built-in digital camera. You can capture a visual image as a reference to the thermal image. Procedure Follow this procedure to switch the display mode Click the icon...
  • Page 30 Shooting IR Camera Adjustment In DuoVision display mode, you can see the thermal images ‘fuse’ into the visible images. Explanation This table explanation the different display mode In this mode, you can use the analysis tools to analyze the target. But what you see is the image with pseudo color.
  • Page 31 Figure Explanation In DuoVisiondisplay mode, you can move the fusion area via the combination keys. NOTE 1.Sets the ratio of IR images and Visual images. The value is from 1% to 100%. 2.The items above are activated only in [Duo-Vision] mode.
  • Page 32: Image Adjustment

    Shooting IR Camera Adjustment Image adjustment General You can adjust the Level (brightness) and Span (contrast) of the image captured by IR camera, manually or automatically. Explanation Auto adjust The IR camera will automatically adjust the brightness and / or contrast and calibrate when you press the A key Manual Adjustment Click the left showed L:xx and S:xx of the main...
  • Page 33: Palette Settings

    Shooting IR Camera Adjustment Palette settings Procedure Follow this procedure to set palette mode Press the [C] key or click the icon Press the LEFT or RIGHT arrow on the omni selector to select the [Image], press the ENTER key to call the image toolbar. Click [Palette].
  • Page 34: Shutter Automatically

    Shooting IR Camera Adjustment Shutter automatically Procedure Follow this procedure to set the Shutter automatically Press the [C] key or click the icon Press the RIGHT arrow on the omni selector to select [Settings] and then press ENTER key. Press the DOWN arrow on the omni selector to select [Image] then click [Shutter Interval].
  • Page 35: Turning The Led And Laser On/Off

    Shooting IR Camera Adjustment Turning the LED and Laser on/off Warning Do not trigger the laser pointer in human or animal eyes. Exposure to the laser produced by the laser pointer may damage eyesight. Procedure Follow this procedure to turn the LED and Laser on/off Press the [C] key or click the icon Press the RIGHT arrow on the omni selector to...
  • Page 36 About control This table explains the function of control Click to turn on and press the UP TV-OUT and DOWN arrow on the omni selector to close TV-OUT Mode Slide to select the NTSC or PAL mode. Click to turn on when using CCD in darkness Click to mount/unmount the TF SDcard...
  • Page 37: Usb Mode Setting

    Shooting IR Camera Adjustment USB Mode Setting Procedure Follow this procedure to set the USB mode Press the [C] key or click the icon Press the RIGHT arrow on the omni selector to select [Settings] and then press ENTER key. Press the DOWN arrow on the omni selector to select [System] and click [Control], slide UP the list and click [USB Mode]...
  • Page 38: Setting The Multifunction Key

    Shooting IR Camera Adjustment Setting the multifunction key General You can set the multifunction key with different functions such as shutter , freeze and snapshot through the system Procedure Follow this procedure to set the multifunction key Press the [C] key or click the icon Press the LEFT or RIGHT arrow on the omni selector to select the [Settings] menu , then press...
  • Page 39: Bluetooth Setting

    Shooting IR Camera Adjustment Bluetooth setting Procedure Follow this procedure to set the Bluetooth. Press the [C] key or click the icon Press the RIGHT arrow on the omni selector to select [Settings], then press the ENTER key. Press the DOWN arrow on the omni selector to select the [System] then slide UP and click [Bluetooth].
  • Page 40: Measurement Range

    Shooting IR Camera Adjustment Measurement range Procedure Follow this procedure to set the measurement range Press the [C] key or click the icon Press RIGHT arrow on the omni selector to select the [Settings] then press the ENTER key Press the UP arrow on the omni selector to select the [Analysis] then click the [Temp.
  • Page 41: Freezing / Activating An Image

    Shooting IR Camera Adjustment Freezing / Activating an image General You can activate / freeze a thermal image by pressing the S key on the keypad Procedure Follow this procedure to Freezing / Activating an image Press the [S] key, then the image is freezing Press the [S ] key again then the image is active 800.561.8187 information@itm.com...
  • Page 42: Checking The Emissivity Table

    Shooting IR Camera Adjustment Checking the emissivity table Procedure Follow this procedure to Check the emissivity table Press the [C] key or click the icon Press LEFT or RIGHT arrow on the omni selector to select [Settings] then press the ENTER key. Press UP arrow on the omni selector to select [Analysis], then click [Emiss Table] Press LEFT or RIGHT arrow on the omni selector...
  • Page 43: Fulfill The Analysis Function

    Shooting Fulfill the Analysis Function Setting object/global settings Procedure Follow this procedure to Set object/global settings Press the [C] key or click the icon Press the RIGHT arrow on the omni selector to select the [Settings] then press the ENTER key. Press the UP arrow on the omni selector to select the [Analysis] then click the [Global Param.].
  • Page 44 NOTE About the analysis parameters Selects the object of which you want to Object set the parameters. Different material has different emissivity. Use different emissivity to Emissivity measure different material Different object has different distance to the IR camera. Use different Distance distance to measure different object.
  • Page 45: Restore The Default Settings

    Shooting Fulfill the Analysis Function Restore the default settings Procedure Follow this procedure to Restore the default settings Press the [C] key or click the icon Press the RIGHT arrow on the omni selector to select [Settings] then press ENTER key. Press the DOWN arrow on the omni selector to select [Analysis] and click [Restore].
  • Page 46: Spot Analysis Tools

    Shooting Fulfill the Analysis Function Spot analysis tools Genneral This topic briefly explains how to set the analysis tools on the thermal image. Procedure Follow this procedure to set Spot analysis Press the [C] key or click the icon Press the LEFT or RIGHT arrow on the omni selector to select the [spot] menu.
  • Page 47: Area Analysis

    Shooting Fulfill the Analysis Function Area analysis About changing the shape of the analysis area. Figure Procedure Follow this procedure to fulfill Area analysis Press the [C] key or click the icon Press the LEFT or RIGHT arrow on the omni selector to select the [Area] menu.
  • Page 48 to change area. •Then, the menu bar of this area will pop up ,you can click the Options what you want to be changed directly on the screen Moving the area •Select the area you want to move by click the area. •One way:Press the UP, DOWN,LEFT, RIGHT arrow on the omni selector to move the area.
  • Page 49: Line Analysis

    Shooting Fulfill the Analysis Function Line analysis Procedure Follow this procedure to fulfill Line analysis Press the [C] key or click the icon Press the LEFT or RIGHT arrow on the omni selector to select the [Line] menu Moving the line. •Select the line you want to move by click the line.
  • Page 50: Isotherm Analysis

    Shooting Fulfill the Analysis Function Isotherm analysis Procedure Follow this procedure to fulfill Isotherm analysis Press the [C] key or click the icon Press the LEFT or RIGHT arrow on the omni selector to select the [ISO] menu Setting isotherm range. •...
  • Page 51: Setting The Alarm Temperature

    Shooting Fulfill the Analysis Function Setting the Alarm temperature Procedure Follow this procedure to set the Alarm temperature Press the [C] key or click the icon Press LEFT arrow on the omni selector to select [Spot], press the ENTER key to add a spot and press the ENTER key again to call the setting window of the spot.
  • Page 52: Setting The Comparing Temperature

    Shooting Fulfill the Analysis Function Setting the comparing temperature Procedure Follow this procedure to set the comparing temperature Press the [C] key or click the icon Press LEFT or RIGHT arrow to select [Spot] or [Area]. Press the ENTER key to add spot or area analysis tools.
  • Page 53: Remove Analysis Tools

    Shooting Fulfill the Analysis Function Remove analysis tools General This topic briefly explains how to remove analysis tools you place on the screen. Procedure Follow this procedure to remove analysis tools. Click the icon on the screen. In the pop-up menu bar on the right side click [Clear] key to clear all the analysis tools.
  • Page 54: Saving The Image

    Shooting Saving the Image Ganeral After you freeze an image, you can Click the icon on the screen In the pop-up menu bar on the right side, click [snapshot] key to save the image , or you also can save the image with the next steps.
  • Page 55: Attaching Voice Memos Images

    Shooting Attaching Voice Memos Images Voice recording General You can introduce an image with voice recording. Procedure Follow this procedure to attach voice memos images Install the Bluetooth headset. Press the [C] key, then Press the LEFT or RIGHT arrow on the omni selector to select the [Media] menu, then press the Enter key.
  • Page 56: Snapshot And Edit The Image

    Shooting Snapshot and Edit the image Snapshot/Edit Procedure Follow this procedure to snapshot and edit the image Press the [C] key or click the icon Press the LEFT or RIGHT arrow on the omni selector to select the [Media] menu, then press the Enter key.
  • Page 57: Record/Replay The Video

    Shooting Record/Replay the Video Record/Replay the Video Procedure Follow this procedure to Record/Replay the Video Press the [C] key or click the icon Press the LEFT or RIGHT arrow on the omni selector to select the [Media] menu, then press the Enter key.
  • Page 58 About the Replay toolbar NOTE Play or pause the playing. Play Stop playing the video. Stop Playing the last video. Last Playing the next video. Next Playing the video full screen. Full Screen Select File Select a video. Back to the [Media] menu. Back 800.561.8187 information@itm.com...
  • Page 59: Playback And Erase

    Playback and Erase Opening Images General You can view and analyze the recorded images on the LCD monitor. Procedure Follow this procedure to playback the images Press the [C] key or click the icon Press the LEFT or RIGHT arrow on the omni selector to select the [Media] menu, then press the Enter key.
  • Page 60 Selecting the file path Procedure Follow this procedure to select the file path Press the [C] key or click the icon Press the LEFT or RIGHT arrow on the omni selector to select the [Media] menu, then press the Enter key. Press the LEFT or RIGHT arrow on the omni selector to select the [File], then press the ENTER key.
  • Page 61: File Manager

    Playback and Erase File Manager File manager Procedure Follow this procedure to deal with the file Press the [C] key or click the icon Press the LEFT or RIGHT arrow on the omni selector to select the [Media] menu, then press the Enter key.
  • Page 62: Connection And Download

    Connection and Download Download the images via TF card General You can get the TF card out of camera, and download the images to the computer via the supplied card reader. Open the battery / card cover Press the TF card lightly, and then the TF card will pop-up automatically.
  • Page 63: Connecting To A Monitor

    Connection and Download Connecting to a monitor General A video-compatible monitor connected via the video cable (supplied) can be used to view and analyze images you shoot. Figure To the video in jack Picture1 picture2 Procedure Follow this procedure to connect to a monitor Attach video cable to the video out terminal on bottom of camera.(picture1) Plug the other end of the video cable to the...
  • Page 64: Connecting To A Computer

    Connection and Download Connecting to a computer Connection Connect the USB cable to the computer‟s USB port and General the camera USB port. • You do not need to turn off the computer or camera NOTE when making this connection. •...
  • Page 65: Use The Bluetooth Headset

    Connection and Download Use the Bluetooth headset Procedure Follow this procedure to install the Bluetooth headset for the first time Turn off the camera and Bluetooth headset. Turn on the Bluetooth headset first. Press and hold the power button about 4 seconds.
  • Page 66 Troubles Shooting Problem Cause Solution • Turn on the camera. See Camera will Power is not turned on Turning the Power On / Off not operate (p.17). • Fully charge the battery. Insufficient battery voltage • Wipe the terminals with a clean, Poor contact between camera and battery terminals dry cloth.
  • Page 67: Appendix

    Appendix How to setup for optional Lens General There are various lenses for HotFind series available, from tele-lens to close-up lens. When an optional lens is installed, please enter “ Manual Adj.” to setup the correct mode for lens Procedure Follow this procedure to setup the optional lens.
  • Page 68: Camera Care And Maintenance

    Appendix Camera Care and Maintenance Care and Use the following procedures to clean the camera body, maintenance lens, LCD monitor and other parts. Camera Wipe the body clean with soft cloth or Body eyeglass lens wiper. First use a lens blower to remove dust and dirt, then remove any remaining dirt by Lens wiping the lens lightly with soft cloth...
  • Page 69: Emissivity Table

    Appendix Emissivity table Emissivity Material Temperature(° C) approximation Metal Aluminum Polished aluminum 0.09 Commercial aluminum 0.09 foil Electrolytic 25~600 0.55 chromeplate alumina Mild alumina 25 ~ 600 0.10 ~ 0.20 Strong alumina 25 ~ 600 0.30 ~ 0.40 Brass Brass mirror (highly 0.03 polished) Brass oxide...
  • Page 70 Appendix Emissivity table (continue) Emissivity Material Temperature(° C) approximation Iron Polished cast iron 0.21 Processed cast iron 0.44 Polished tempered 40 ~ 250 0.28 Iron Polished steel ingot 770 ~ 1040 0.52 ~ 0.56 Raw welded steel 945 ~ 1100 0.52 ~ 0.61 Surface ferric oxide 0.69...
  • Page 71 Appendix Emissivity table (continue) Emissivity Material Temperature(° C) approximation Lead Pure lead (Non- 125~225 0.06~0.08 oxidization) Mildly oxidized 25 ~300 0.20 ~ 0.45 Magnesium Magnesia 275 ~ 825 0.55 ~ 0.20 Magnesia 900 ~ 1670 0.20 0 ~ 100 0.90 ~ 0.12 Nickel Electroplate polishing 0.05...
  • Page 72 Appendix Emissivity table (continue) Emissivity Material Temperature(° C) approximation Stainless steel 18-8 0.16 304(8Cr,18Ni) 215 ~ 490 0.44 ~ 0.36 310(25Cr,20Ni) 215 ~ 520 0.99 ~ 0.97 Commercial tin plate 0.07 Strong oxidization 0 ~ 200 0.60 Zinc Oxidizing at 400° C 0.01 galvanized shining 0.23...
  • Page 73 Appendix Emissivity table (continue) Emissivity Material Temperature(° C) approximation Carbon piece 0.85 Isolation piece 0.91~0.94 Sheet metal 0.88 ~ 0.90 Glass pipe 0.90 Loop type 0.87 Porcelain enamel 0.90 products Porcelain enamel 0.83~0.95 designs Solid materials 0.80 ~ 0.93 Ceramics (vase type) 0.90 Film 0.90 ~ 0.93...
  • Page 74 Appendix Emissivity table (continue) Emissivity Material Temperature(° C) approximation Electric materials 0.86 Epoxy glass plate Epoxy 0.80 hydroxybenzene plate Gilded sheet copper 0.30 Solder-coated copper 0.35 Tin-coated lead wire 0.28 Brass wires 0.87 ~ 0.88 Block talcum terminal 0.87 800.561.8187 information@itm.com www.
  • Page 75: Specification

    Specification All data is based on SATIR‟s testing standard. Subject to change without notice. Type HotFind-S Image performance FOV/Min.focus distance 24° x18° /0.15m Spatial resolution 1.3 mrad ≤0.05° C@30° C Thermal sensitivity UFPA Detector type Resolution 384 x288 Spectral range...
  • Page 76 8 movable spots, auto hot/cold spot, profile, 2 area Measurement mode boxes, isotherm Emissivity, ambient temperature, distance, relative Correction humidity Alarm Image storage Type 16GB removable TF card File format .JPG(thermal/Visual) Annotation Voice annotation Battery system Working voltage DC 4V-4.8V Battery operating time 5 hours Environment specification...
  • Page 77 Additional features Illuminator Laser pointer Built-in memory Video record Ports USB port , Analog video output 800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...
  • Page 78 Manufacturer information Manufacturer: SATIR Europe (Ireland) Company Limited Factory address: First Floor, Building 2 Finnabair Business Park Dundalk Co. Louth Ireland TEL: 353 42 9341540 URL: www.satir-eu.com service@satir-eu.com E-mail: 800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...

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