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ENGLISH
Thermal Imaging
IR Camera
Model 1950
THERMAL IMAGING CAMERAS
WITH AEMC
INSTRUMENTS
®

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  • Page 1 User Manual ENGLISH Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 THERMAL IMAGING CAMERAS WITH AEMC INSTRUMENTS ®...
  • Page 2 Copyright Chauvin Arnoux , Inc. d.b.a. AEMC Instruments. All rights reserved. © ® ® No part of this documentation may be reproduced in any form or by any means (including electronic storage and retrieval or translation into any other language) without prior agreement and written consent from Chauvin Arnoux , Inc., as governed by United States and International copyright laws.
  • Page 3 For recalibration, please use our calibration services. Refer to our repair and calibration section at www.aemc.com/calibration. Serial #: Catalog #: 2121.40 Model #: 1950 Please fill in the appropriate date as indicated: Date Received: Date Calibration Due: Chauvin Arnoux , Inc. ®...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION ..............7 1.1 INTERNATIONAL ELECTRICAL SYMBOLS ......7 1.2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............8 1.3 RECEIVING YOUR SHIPMENT ..........8 1.4 ORDERING INFORMATION ............. 8 1.4.1 Replacement Parts ............. 8 2. GETTING STARTED ............9 2.1 BATTERY INSTALLATION ............9 2.1.1 Battery Management ............
  • Page 5 4. ADVANCED OPERATION ..........23 4.1 BEST PRACTICES ..............23 4.2 COMPENSATING FOR INFLUENCING PARAMETERS ..23 4.2.1 Default Compensation Settings ........24 4.2.2 Custom Compensation Settings........24 4.3 TRIPOD ..................25 5. SAVING AND RECALLING IMAGES ......26 5.1 IMAGE FILES ................26 5.1.1 Naming Conventions ............
  • Page 6 7.2.2 Changing Headsets ............36 7.2.3 Headset Disconnection ............ 36 7.3 MEASUREMENT DEVICES ............ 37 7.3.1 Peripheral Connection ............37 7.3.2 Replacing Devices ............38 7.3.3 Device Polling Period............38 7.3.4 Device Measurements Display ......... 39 7.3.5 Using a Measurement to Compensate for Environmental Factors ..................
  • Page 7: Introduction

    The product has been declared recyclable. In the European Union, this product is subject to a separate collection system for recycling electrical and electronic components in accordance with directive WEEE 2012/19/EU. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    Case – Carrying Case with Foam Insert .......... Cat. #2121.60 Cable – USB (Type A to 5-pin Mini-B) ..........Cat. #2126.49 The rechargeable batteries supplied with the camera can be charged with any commercially available AA charger. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 9: Getting Started

    In default mode, the battery icon only only appears when battery power is low. When this icon appears, the camera will operate for approximately 30 minutes and then shut down automatically. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 10: Micro Sd Memory Card Installation

    In normal operation, the camera starts up: ■ at the Main screen (see 2.3.1) ■ in continuous acquisition mode ■ with the configuration setup loaded when it was last turned OFF Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 11: Main Screen

    (Both modes) Batteries discharged Bluetooth (§ 7) Bluetooth enabled no icon Bluetooth enabled Trigger Function (§ 2.4.4) Freeze Save Micro SD Card (§ 2.2) Micro SD Card detected Micro SD Card not detected Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 12 Micro SD Card not detected Emissivity correction (§ 4.2) no icon User-defined correction in effect Default correction in effect Image Filename (§ 5.1.1) Date and time of acquisition of the displayed image Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 13: Image

    Freezes the image Restarts continuous acquisition (unfreezes image) Saves the displayed image Validates the entry in the text editor or the selection in the working directory Deletes the selected file or folder Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 14: Configuring The Camera

    ■ Target sets parameters associated with the camera’s target, such as distance and temperature. ■ Parameters configures camera settings such as language, date/time, and others. ■ About displays information about the camera. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 15: Languages

    5. Use the up and down buttons to scroll through the available languages. When the desired language is highlighted, press . All menus will now appear in the selected language. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 16: Date And Time

    Both the infrared and visible images are frozen; you can toggle between them by pressing F3. When this option is selected, the TF icon is displayed in the status bar. Pressing the trigger again restarts continuous acquisition. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 17: Automatic Camera Shutdown Time

    (15, 25, 50, 75, or 100) %. 3. When the desired setting is displayed, press F2 to select it. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 18: Image Storage Directory

    256 entries are available in the root (any combination of 256 files and directories). The card will therefore very quickly be considered full, even though its full capacity has not been reached. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 19: Color Palettes

    Choices are Steel (black, purple, yellow to white), Grayscale (black to white), and Rainbow (blue, green, yellow, to red). Steel is the default. 3. Select the desired palette and save it by pressing F2 Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 20: Basic Operation

    In other words the mean of the minimum and maximum temperatures of the palette. If the color lies in the 1st quartile: + (T ) / 4 …and so on. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 21: Locating Hot And Cold Spots In An Image (Minmax)

    In addition, the palette graphically displays the temperature range. All points in the image whose temperature falls within this defined range are displayed in the selected color. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 22: Freezing Palette Colors

    ■ Not in edit mode: press F2 or F3 twice while the icon is displayed. ■ Edit mode: Press F2 or F3 once while the icon is displayed. ■ Open the Parameters menu and select . Then select Automatic. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 23: Advanced Operation

    These are set through the Target menu (see 4.2.1). WARNING: Incorrect settings can produce results less accurate than results obtained with the default settings. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 24: Default Compensation Settings

    You can also use measurement data provided by compatible Metrix ASYC IV Multimeters to compensate for environmental factors (see § 7.3.5). This requires connecting the meter to the camera via Bluetooth (see § 7.3). Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 25: Tripod

    ¼ in mounting head. Attach the camera to the tripod by screwing the tripod mounting screw into the threaded receptacle in the battery compartment cover on the base of the camera handle (see below). Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 26: Saving And Recalling Images

    (see § 2.4.7). The working directory must be located on the micro SD card installed in the camera. If the card is missing, an error message appears when you attempt to save an image. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 27: Saving An Image

    (§ 4.3) for the derived image. 3 files are created when you save a new image with the headset attached, and you create a voice recording (IR image, visible image, and voice). Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 28: Vocal Message

    Closes the window (without creating a file if the button is pressed before or during the recording) Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 29: Changing The Vocal Message For An Existing Image

    (see § 5.4). Then press F3 to open the About file screen (shown left). The F2 button then performs the following functions: plays back the recording stops play back Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 30: Recalling An Image

    The status bar changes (see § 2.3.1.1) and includes the image file name, which appears in red. When viewing a recalled image, pressing the trigger toggles between the IR and visible light versions of the image. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 31: Derived Files From Recalled Images

    (shown left) asking you to confirm the deletion. This action deletes the: ■ selected IR file ■ associated audio file (if any) ■ visible light image (if there are no more IR images associated with image) Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 32: Downloading Images To A Computer

    5.7 CAMREPORT IMAGE ANALYSIS AND REPORT GENERATION CAmReport Image Analysis software is included and enables you to analyze and create reports of saved images. For instructions on how to use CAmReport, consult the CAmReport User Manual. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 33: Setup Files / Recalling Configurations

    A message appears informing you that the file has been successfully saved. 8. The file will now be listed when you open the Main/Setup/User menu and select Files. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 34: Recalling A Setup File

    1. Open the Setup menu, select Factory and press F2 2. Select the Default setup file by pressing 3. All camera configuration parameters are reset to their original default settings. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 35: Bluetooth

    To connect a headset, Bluetooth must be activated on the camera (see 7.1.2). The procedure for connecting a Bluetooth headset differs depending whether or not the headset is a known device that has already been connected to the camera. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 36: First Time Connection

    Disconnect. ■ No other device is connected to your camera. We recommend deactivating Bluetooth as explained in § 6.1.2. Deactivating Bluetooth significantly reduces energy consumption and prolongs battery life. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 37: Measurement Devices

    This includes the device’s: ƒ Icon identifying instrument type ƒ Bluetooth address ƒ Polling period Use the up and down buttons to select the desired device. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 38: Replacing Devices

    2. Use the up and down buttons to select a new polling period. Options range from 1 s up to 50 min. 3. When the desired polling period is highlighted, press F2 to save. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 39: Device Measurements Display

    In the preceding illustration, measurement type is set to current (A). Temperature (degrees F/C) impedance (ohms) Current (amps) capacitance (farads) power (watts) relative humidity (%) voltage (volts) target distance (feet/meters) frequency (hertz) other measurement Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 40 If you change a device configuration setting, all measurements from this device are changed to type Hidden . You must open the Measurements menu and change the measurement type to resume display of the device’s measurements. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 41: Using A Measurement To Compensate For Environmental Factors

    Bluetooth measurements (with the index letter after the measurement number). NOTE: Ensure all measurements designated as Influence are consistent with the uses to which they will be applied. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 42: Firmware Updates

    AEMC Instruments site. ® WARNING: The firmware update process should not be interrupted. Before starting the update, ensure the instrument batteries are fully charged. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    We suggest regularly uploading your images to a host computer via the USB cable or a card reader. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 44: Headset Cannot Connect To Camera

    2. Wait until this disconnection is detected on the camera. 3. Turn the peripheral back ON (with Bluetooth mode activated). 4. Go to the Peripherals menu (§ 7.3.1) and press F2 to attempt reconnection. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 45: Maintenance

    (603) 742-2346 • E-mail: repair@aemc.com (Or contact your authorized distributor.) Contact us for the costs for repair, standard calibration, and calibration traceable to N.I.S.T. NOTE: You must obtain a CSA# before returning any instrument. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 46: Technical Assistance

    Fax: (603) 742-2346 • E-mail: repair@aemc.com Caution: To protect yourself against in-transit loss, we recommend that you insure your returned material. NOTE: You must obtain a CSA# before returning any instrument. Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 47: Appendix A: Menu Tree

    APPENDIX A: MENU TREE Display, Files, and Setup Menus Target, Parameters, and About Menus Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 48 Recall Menus Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 49: Appendix B: Emissivity Table

    Mercury 32~212 (0~100) 0.09~0.12 Nickel Polished by anodizing 77 (25) 0.05 Electrolyzed 68 (20) 0.01 Nickel wire 365~1850 (185~1010) 0.09~0.19 Nickel foil (oxidized) 388~1112 (198~600) 0.37~0.48 Nickel oxide 1202~2291 0.59~0.86 (650~1255) Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 50 68 (20) T : total spectrum 0.90 Zinc Oxidation at 752 °F (400 °C) 752 (400) 0.01 Shiny plate of galvanized iron 82 (28) 0.23 Oxidized zinc powder 77 (25) 0.28 Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 51: Appendix C: Technical Specifications

    NiMH, low self-discharge, 1.2 V, 2500 mA·h Type Alkaline Battery System Life 9 h typical, 7 h minimum Electromagnetic compatibility EN61326-1 Conformity Safety IEC 60825-1 : 2014 – IEC 61010-1-Ed. 02 Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 52 Impact resistance 25 G Vibration resistance Protection IP54 Weight 24.7 oz (700 g) with batteries Physical characteristics Dimensions (8.86 x 4.92 x 3.27) in (225 x 125 x 83) mm Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
  • Page 53 NOTES: Thermal Imaging IR Camera Model 1950 - User Manual...
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  • Page 56 01/24 99-MAN 100432 v04 AEMC Instruments ® 15 Faraday Drive • Dover, NH 03820 USA Phone: +1 (603) 749-6434 • +1 (800) 343-1391 • Fax: +1 (603) 742-2346 www.aemc.com © 2019 Chauvin Arnoux , Inc. d.b.a. AEMC Instruments. All Rights Reserved. ®...

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