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  • Page 1 User’s manual FLIR A6xx series...
  • Page 2 Important note Before operating the device, you must read, understand, and follow all instructions, warnings, cautions, and legal disclaimers. Důležitá poznámka Před použitím zařízení si přečtěte veškeré pokyny, upozornění, varování a vyvázání se ze záruky, ujistěte se, že jim rozumíte, a řiďte se jimi.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    More information ............8 Installation................8 Installation (FLIR A6xx sc cameras)........... 10 Quick start guide ................11 Quick start guide, FLIR A6xx series ..........11 7.1.1 Download FLIR software..........11 Quick start guide, FLIR A6xx sc series......... 11 Mechanical installation ..............12 Mounting interfaces..............
  • Page 4 FLIR A6xx sc series..............18 11.2.1 Figure ................ 18 11.2.2 Explanation..............18 Digital I/O functionality..............19 12.1 FLIR A615 and A655sc ............19 Pin configurations and schematics............ 20 13.1 Pin configuration for camera I/O connector ........20 13.2 LED indicators ............... 20 Technical data .................
  • Page 5: Legal Disclaimer

    Products which are not manufactured by FLIR Systems but included in systems deliv- ered by FLIR Systems to the original purchaser, carry the warranty, if any, of the particu- lar supplier only. FLIR Systems has no responsibility whatsoever for such products.
  • Page 6: Quality Assurance

    1.8 EULA Terms • You have acquired a device (“INFRARED CAMERA”) that includes software licensed by FLIR Systems AB from Microsoft Licensing, GP or its affiliates (“MS”). Those in- stalled software products of MS origin, as well as associated media, printed materials, and “online”...
  • Page 7 Legal disclaimer WITH YOUR ENJOYMENT OF THE SOFTWARE OR AGAINST INFRINGEMENT. IF YOU HAVE RECEIVED ANY WARRANTIES REGARDING THE DEVICE OR THE SOFTWARE, THOSE WARRANTIES DO NOT ORIGINATE FROM, AND ARE NOT BINDING ON, MS. ◦ No Liability for Certain Damages. EXCEPT AS PROHIBITED BY LAW, MS SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR IN- CIDENTAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE SOFTWARE.
  • Page 8: Safety Information

    Safety information WARNING Make sure that you read all applicable MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) and warning labels on con- tainers before you use a liquid. The liquids can be dangerous. Injury to persons can occur. CAUTION Do not point the infrared camera (with or without the lens cover) at strong energy sources, for example, devices that cause laser radiation, or the sun.
  • Page 9: Notice To User

    3.6 Important note about this manual FLIR Systems issues generic manuals that cover several cameras within a model line. This means that this manual may contain descriptions and explanations that do not apply to your particular camera model.
  • Page 10: Note About Authoritative Versions

    Notice to user 3.7 Note about authoritative versions The authoritative version of this publication is English. In the event of divergences due to translation errors, the English text has precedence. Any late changes are first imple- mented in English. #T559950; r. AE/83475/83477; en-US...
  • Page 11: Customer Help

    • The communication protocol, or method, between the camera and your device (e.g., SD card reader, HDMI, Ethernet, USB, or FireWire). • Device type (PC/Mac/iPhone/iPad/Android device, etc.). • Version of any programs from FLIR Systems. • Full name, publication number, and revision number of the manual. 4.3 Downloads...
  • Page 12: Installation (Flir A6Xx Cameras)

    5.1 General information The following programs are available for download at http://support.flir.com: • FLIR IP Config: A set-up and configuration program to detect and find FLIR automa- tion and science cameras on a network and automatically assign or manually set IP addresses.
  • Page 13 For example, if the computer has IP address 169.254.123.123, the camera can be assigned IP address 169.254.123.124. 5. Use FLIR IR Camera Player to view the video feed from the camera and control it from the computer.
  • Page 14: Installation (Flir A6Xx Sc Cameras)

    Installation (FLIR A6xx sc cameras) The FLIR A6xx sc cameras are supported by the FLIR ResearchIR software. A download card for this software is included in the camera package. To install the software, follow the procedure in the user’s manual for FLIR ResearchIR available at http://support.flir.com.
  • Page 15: Quick Start Guide

    2. Connect the power cable to a power supply. 3. Connect the camera to the network, using the Ethernet cable. 4. Use FLIR IP Config to identify the unit in the network and set the IP address if neces- sary. Download FLIR IP Config from http://tinyurl.com/o5wudd7.
  • Page 16: Mechanical Installation

    8.4 Further information For further information regarding installation recommendations and environmental enclo- sures, contact FLIR Systems. 8.5 Cable strain relief In installations were the camera is subject to vibrations or shocks the power cord may need an external strain relief arrangement to avoid power port failure.
  • Page 17 Mechanical installation Example 2, cable strain relief with cable clamps. #T559950; r. AE/83475/83477; en-US...
  • Page 18: Mounting And Removing Lenses

    Mounting and removing lenses 9.1 Removing an infrared lens Note • Do not touch the lens surface when you remove an infrared lens. If this happens, clean the lens according to the instructions in section 19.2 Infrared lens, page 76. •...
  • Page 19: Connectors, Controls, And Indicators

    Connectors, controls, and indicators 10.1 Explanation 1. Network cable with an RJ45 connector for Ethernet connectivity and Power over Ethernet (PoE) (dependent on the camera model). Note Only CAT-6 Ethernet cables should be used with this camera. 2. Power cable for 12–24 V DC power in. Note The power connector on the camera is polarity protected.
  • Page 20: Example System Overviews

    Example system overviews 11.1 FLIR A6xx series 11.1.1 Figure 11.1.2 Explanation 1. Computer. 2. CAT-6 Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors. 3. Industrial Ethernet switches with fiber-optic ports. 4. Fiber-optic cable. 5. FLIR A6xx cameras. 6. Industrial process to be monitored, e.g., items on a conveyor belt.
  • Page 21: Figure

    Example system overviews 11.1.3 Figure 11.1.4 Explanation 1. Computer. 2. CAT-6 Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors. 3. Industrial Ethernet switch. 4. FLIR A6xx cameras. 5. Industrial process to be monitored, e.g., a gasifier. 11.1.5 Figure #T559950; r. AE/83475/83477; en-US...
  • Page 22: Explanation

    7. Industrial Ethernet switch. 8. FLIR A6xx cameras. 11.2 FLIR A6xx sc series 11.2.1 Figure 11.2.2 Explanation 1. Computer. 2. CAT-6 Ethernet cable with RJ45 connectors. 3. Laboratory set-up with a FLIR A6xx sc camera. #T559950; r. AE/83475/83477; en-US...
  • Page 23: Digital I/O Functionality

    Digital I/O functionality 12.1 FLIR A615 and A655sc • The state (high or low voltage) on an input pin is used to mark images for use by an application. • The state (high or low voltage) on an output pin is controlled by an application.
  • Page 24: Pin Configurations And Schematics

    Pin configurations and schematics 13.1 Pin configuration for camera I/O connector Function Data IN 1 opto-isolated, 0–1.5 V = low, 3–25 V = high IN 2 opto-isolated, 0–1.5 V = low, 3–25 V = high OUT 1 opto-isolated, ON = supply (max. 100 mA), OFF = open OUT 2 opto-isolated, ON = supply (max.
  • Page 25: Technical Data

    14.2 Note about technical data FLIR Systems reserves the right to change specifications at any time without prior notice. Please check http://support.flir.com for latest changes.
  • Page 26: Flir A615 15

    Rev.: 83392 General description The FLIR A615 has features and functions that make it the natural choice for anyone who uses PC soft- ware to solve problems and needs 640 × 480 pixel resolution. Among its main features are GigE Vision and GenICam compliance, which makes it plug-and-play when used with software packages such as IMAQ Vision and Halcon.
  • Page 27 Ethernet, standard IEEE 802.3 Ethernet, connector type RJ-45 Ethernet, communication TCP/IP socket-based FLIR proprietary and GenI- Cam protocol Ethernet, image streaming 16-bit 640 × 480 pixels @ 50 Hz 16-bit 640 × 240 pixels @ 100 Hz 16-bit 640 × 120 pixels @ 200 Hz •...
  • Page 28 Base mounting 2 × M4 thread mounting holes (on three sides) Housing material Aluminum Comments to physical data Outline dimensional drawings and STEP files can be found at http://support.flir.com Shipping information Packaging, type Cardboard box List of contents • Infrared camera with lens •...
  • Page 29 • 4220646; FLIR Research Studio, Standard Edition - Perpetual License (USB dongle) • 24971-010; FLIR Research Studio, Standard Edition - USB dongle only • 4232591; FLIR ResearchIR to Research Studio, Professional Edition - 1 Year License Upgrade #T559950; r. AE/83475/83477; en-US...
  • Page 30: Flir A615 25

    Rev.: 83392 General description The FLIR A615 has features and functions that make it the natural choice for anyone who uses PC soft- ware to solve problems and needs 640 × 480 pixel resolution. Among its main features are GigE Vision and GenICam compliance, which makes it plug-and-play when used with software packages such as IMAQ Vision and Halcon.
  • Page 31 Ethernet, standard IEEE 802.3 Ethernet, connector type RJ-45 Ethernet, communication TCP/IP socket-based FLIR proprietary and GenI- Cam protocol Ethernet, image streaming 16-bit 640 × 480 pixels @ 50 Hz 16-bit 640 × 240 pixels @ 100 Hz 16-bit 640 × 120 pixels @ 200 Hz •...
  • Page 32 Base mounting 2 × M4 thread mounting holes (on three sides) Housing material Aluminum Comments to physical data Outline dimensional drawings and STEP files can be found at http://support.flir.com Shipping information Packaging, type Cardboard box List of contents • Infrared camera with lens •...
  • Page 33 • 4220646; FLIR Research Studio, Standard Edition - Perpetual License (USB dongle) • 24971-010; FLIR Research Studio, Standard Edition - USB dongle only • 4232591; FLIR ResearchIR to Research Studio, Professional Edition - 1 Year License Upgrade #T559950; r. AE/83475/83477; en-US...
  • Page 34: Flir A615 45

    Rev.: 83392 General description The FLIR A615 has features and functions that make it the natural choice for anyone who uses PC soft- ware to solve problems and needs 640 × 480 pixel resolution. Among its main features are GigE Vision and GenICam compliance, which makes it plug-and-play when used with software packages such as IMAQ Vision and Halcon.
  • Page 35 Ethernet, standard IEEE 802.3 Ethernet, connector type RJ-45 Ethernet, communication TCP/IP socket-based FLIR proprietary and GenI- Cam protocol Ethernet, image streaming 16-bit 640 × 480 pixels @ 50 Hz 16-bit 640 × 240 pixels @ 100 Hz 16-bit 640 × 120 pixels @ 200 Hz •...
  • Page 36 Base mounting 2 × M4 thread mounting holes (on three sides) Housing material Aluminum Comments to physical data Outline dimensional drawings and STEP files can be found at http://support.flir.com Shipping information Packaging, type Cardboard box List of contents • Infrared camera with lens •...
  • Page 37 • 4220646; FLIR Research Studio, Standard Edition - Perpetual License (USB dongle) • 24971-010; FLIR Research Studio, Standard Edition - USB dongle only • 4232591; FLIR ResearchIR to Research Studio, Professional Edition - 1 Year License Upgrade #T559950; r. AE/83475/83477; en-US...
  • Page 38: Flir A615 7

    Rev.: 83392 General description The FLIR A615 has features and functions that make it the natural choice for anyone who uses PC soft- ware to solve problems and needs 640 × 480 pixel resolution. Among its main features are GigE Vision and GenICam compliance, which makes it plug-and-play when used with software packages such as IMAQ Vision and Halcon.
  • Page 39 Ethernet, standard IEEE 802.3 Ethernet, connector type RJ-45 Ethernet, communication TCP/IP socket-based FLIR proprietary and GenI- Cam protocol Ethernet, image streaming 16-bit 640 × 480 pixels @ 50 Hz 16-bit 640 × 240 pixels @ 100 Hz 16-bit 640 × 120 pixels @ 200 Hz •...
  • Page 40 Base mounting 2 × M4 thread mounting holes (on three sides) Housing material Aluminum Comments to physical data Outline dimensional drawings and STEP files can be found at http://support.flir.com Shipping information Packaging, type Cardboard box List of contents • Infrared camera with lens •...
  • Page 41 • 4220646; FLIR Research Studio, Standard Edition - Perpetual License (USB dongle) • 24971-010; FLIR Research Studio, Standard Edition - USB dongle only • 4232591; FLIR ResearchIR to Research Studio, Professional Edition - 1 Year License Upgrade #T559950; r. AE/83475/83477; en-US...
  • Page 42: Flir A615 Windowing 80

    Rev.: 83392 General description The FLIR A615 has features and functions that make it the natural choice for anyone who uses PC soft- ware to solve problems and needs 640 × 480 pixel resolution. Among its main features are GigE Vision and GenICam compliance, which makes it plug-and-play when used with software packages such as IMAQ Vision and Halcon.
  • Page 43 Ethernet, standard IEEE 802.3 Ethernet, connector type RJ-45 Ethernet, communication TCP/IP socket-based FLIR proprietary and GenI- Cam protocol Ethernet, image streaming 16-bit 640 × 480 pixels @ 50 Hz 16-bit 640 × 240 pixels @ 100 Hz 16-bit 640 × 120 pixels @ 200 Hz •...
  • Page 44 Base mounting 2 × M4 thread mounting holes (on three sides) Housing material Aluminum Comments to physical data Outline dimensional drawings and STEP files can be found at http://support.flir.com Shipping information Packaging, type Cardboard box List of contents • Infrared camera with lens •...
  • Page 45 • 4220646; FLIR Research Studio, Standard Edition - Perpetual License (USB dongle) • 24971-010; FLIR Research Studio, Standard Edition - USB dongle only • 4232591; FLIR ResearchIR to Research Studio, Professional Edition - 1 Year License Upgrade #T559950; r. AE/83475/83477; en-US...
  • Page 46: Flir A655Sc 15

    General description The FLIR A655sc is an excellent choice for those working in R&D but don't need the highest frame rates but do require 640 × 480 pixel resolution. When using the camera in R&D, it is highly recommended to use the FLIR Research Studio software from FLIR Systems.
  • Page 47 Ethernet, standard IEEE 802.3 Ethernet, connector type RJ-45 Ethernet, communication TCP/IP socket-based FLIR proprietary and GenI- Cam protocol Ethernet, image streaming 16-bit 640 × 480 pixels @ 50 Hz 16-bit 640 × 240 pixels @ 100 Hz 16-bit 640 × 120 pixels @ 200 Hz •...
  • Page 48 Shipping information Packaging, type Cardboard box List of contents • Infrared camera with lens • Ethernet cable • FLIR Research Studio 1-Year Subscription (li- cense only) • Hard transport case • Mains cable • Power cable, pig-tailed • Power supply •...
  • Page 49 • T198731; FLIR ResearchIR Standard 4 (hardware sec. dev.) • T199012; FLIR ResearchIR Standard 4 (printed license key) • T199042; FLIR ResearchIR Standard 4 Upgrade (printed license key) • 4232591; FLIR ResearchIR to Research Studio, Professional Edition - 1 Year License Upgrade #T559950; r. AE/83475/83477; en-US...
  • Page 50: Flir A655Sc 25

    General description The FLIR A655sc is an excellent choice for those working in R&D but don't need the highest frame rates but do require 640 × 480 pixel resolution. When using the camera in R&D, it is highly recommended to use the FLIR Research Studio software from FLIR Systems.
  • Page 51 Ethernet, standard IEEE 802.3 Ethernet, connector type RJ-45 Ethernet, communication TCP/IP socket-based FLIR proprietary and GenI- Cam protocol Ethernet, image streaming 16-bit 640 × 480 pixels @ 50 Hz 16-bit 640 × 240 pixels @ 100 Hz 16-bit 640 × 120 pixels @ 200 Hz •...
  • Page 52 Shipping information Packaging, type Cardboard box List of contents • Infrared camera with lens • Ethernet cable • FLIR Research Studio 1-Year Subscription (li- cense only) • Hard transport case • Mains cable • Power cable, pig-tailed • Power supply •...
  • Page 53 • T198731; FLIR ResearchIR Standard 4 (hardware sec. dev.) • T199012; FLIR ResearchIR Standard 4 (printed license key) • T199042; FLIR ResearchIR Standard 4 Upgrade (printed license key) • 4232591; FLIR ResearchIR to Research Studio, Professional Edition - 1 Year License Upgrade #T559950; r. AE/83475/83477; en-US...
  • Page 54: Flir A655Sc 45

    General description The FLIR A655sc is an excellent choice for those working in R&D but don't need the highest frame rates but do require 640 × 480 pixel resolution. When using the camera in R&D, it is highly recommended to use the FLIR Research Studio software from FLIR Systems.
  • Page 55 Ethernet, standard IEEE 802.3 Ethernet, connector type RJ-45 Ethernet, communication TCP/IP socket-based FLIR proprietary and GenI- Cam protocol Ethernet, image streaming 16-bit 640 × 480 pixels @ 50 Hz 16-bit 640 × 240 pixels @ 100 Hz 16-bit 640 × 120 pixels @ 200 Hz •...
  • Page 56 Shipping information Packaging, type Cardboard box List of contents • Infrared camera with lens • Ethernet cable • FLIR Research Studio 1-Year Subscription (li- cense only) • Hard transport case • Mains cable • Power cable, pig-tailed • Power supply •...
  • Page 57 • T198731; FLIR ResearchIR Standard 4 (hardware sec. dev.) • T199012; FLIR ResearchIR Standard 4 (printed license key) • T199042; FLIR ResearchIR Standard 4 Upgrade (printed license key) • 4232591; FLIR ResearchIR to Research Studio, Professional Edition - 1 Year License Upgrade #T559950; r. AE/83475/83477; en-US...
  • Page 58: Flir A655Sc 7

    General description The FLIR A655sc is an excellent choice for those working in R&D but don't need the highest frame rates but do require 640 × 480 pixel resolution. When using the camera in R&D, it is highly recommended to use the FLIR Research Studio software from FLIR Systems.
  • Page 59 Ethernet, standard IEEE 802.3 Ethernet, connector type RJ-45 Ethernet, communication TCP/IP socket-based FLIR proprietary and GenI- Cam protocol Ethernet, image streaming 16-bit 640 × 480 pixels @ 50 Hz 16-bit 640 × 240 pixels @ 100 Hz 16-bit 640 × 120 pixels @ 200 Hz •...
  • Page 60 Shipping information Packaging, type Cardboard box List of contents • Infrared camera with lens • Ethernet cable • FLIR Research Studio 1-Year Subscription (li- cense only) • Hard transport case • Mains cable • Power cable, pig-tailed • Power supply •...
  • Page 61 • T198731; FLIR ResearchIR Standard 4 (hardware sec. dev.) • T199012; FLIR ResearchIR Standard 4 (printed license key) • T199042; FLIR ResearchIR Standard 4 Upgrade (printed license key) • 4232591; FLIR ResearchIR to Research Studio, Professional Edition - 1 Year License Upgrade #T559950; r. AE/83475/83477; en-US...
  • Page 62: Flir A655Sc 80

    General description The FLIR A655sc is an excellent choice for those working in R&D but don't need the highest frame rates but do require 640 × 480 pixel resolution. When using the camera in R&D, it is highly recommended to use the FLIR Research Studio software from FLIR Systems.
  • Page 63 Ethernet, standard IEEE 802.3 Ethernet, connector type RJ-45 Ethernet, communication TCP/IP socket-based FLIR proprietary and GenI- Cam protocol Ethernet, image streaming 16-bit 640 × 480 pixels @ 50 Hz 16-bit 640 × 240 pixels @ 100 Hz 16-bit 640 × 120 pixels @ 200 Hz •...
  • Page 64 Shipping information Packaging, type Cardboard box List of contents • Infrared camera with lens • Ethernet cable • FLIR Research Studio 1-Year Subscription (li- cense only) • Hard transport case • Mains cable • Power cable, pig-tailed • Power supply •...
  • Page 65 • T198731; FLIR ResearchIR Standard 4 (hardware sec. dev.) • T199012; FLIR ResearchIR Standard 4 (printed license key) • T199042; FLIR ResearchIR Standard 4 Upgrade (printed license key) • 4232591; FLIR ResearchIR to Research Studio, Professional Edition - 1 Year License Upgrade #T559950; r. AE/83475/83477; en-US...
  • Page 66: Mechanical Drawings

    Mechanical drawings [See next page] #T559950; r. AE/83475/83477; en-US...
  • Page 76: Ce Declaration Of Conformity

    CE Declaration of conformity The full text of the Declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: http://support.flir.com/resources/6kb4. #T559950; r. AE/83475/83477; en-US...
  • Page 77: Network Troubleshooting

    Network troubleshooting Try one of the following if you experience network problems: • Reset the modem and unplug and replug the Ethernet cable at both ends. • Reboot the computer with the cables connected. • Swap your Ethernet cable with another cable that is either brand new or known to be in working condition.
  • Page 78: Digital I/O Connection Diagrams

    Digital I/O connection diagrams [See next page] #T559950; r. AE/83475/83477; en-US...
  • Page 80: Cleaning The Camera

    Cleaning the camera 19.1 Camera housing, cables, and other items Use one of these liquids: • Warm water • A weak detergent solution Equipment: • A soft cloth Follow this procedure: 1. Soak the cloth in the liquid. 2. Twist the cloth to remove excess liquid. 3.
  • Page 81 Cleaning the camera Note • This section only applies to cameras where removing the lens exposes the infrared detector. • In some cases the dust cannot be removed by following this procedure: the infrared detector must be cleaned mechanically. This mechanical cleaning must be carried out by an authorized service partner.
  • Page 82: About Flir Systems

    • Extech Instruments (2007) Figure 20.1 Patent documents from the early 1960s FLIR Systems has three manufacturing plants in the United States (Portland, OR, Boston, MA, Santa Barbara, CA) and one in Sweden (Stockholm). Since 2007 there is also a manufacturing plant in Tallinn, Estonia.
  • Page 83: More Than Just An Infrared Camera

    20.1 More than just an infrared camera At FLIR Systems we recognize that our job is to go beyond just producing the best infra- red camera systems. We are committed to enabling all users of our infrared camera sys- tems to work more productively by providing them with the most powerful camera–...
  • Page 84: Supporting Our Customers

    20.3 Supporting our customers FLIR Systems operates a worldwide service network to keep your camera running at all times. If you discover a problem with your camera, local service centers have all the equipment and expertise to solve it within the shortest possible time.
  • Page 85 Disclaimer Specifications subject to change without further notice. Models and accessories subject to regional market considerations. License procedures may apply. Products described herein may be subject to US Export Regulations. Please refer to exportquestions@flir.com with any questions. Publ. No.: T559950...

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