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  • Page 1 User’s manual FLIR Kx5 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

    12.5.2 Explanation of the different camera modes ......24 12.6 Saving an image ..............28 12.7 Recording a video clip (FLIR K55 and FLIR K65) ......28 12.8 Continuous video recording (FLIR K55 and FLIR K65) ....29 12.9 Freezing the image..............29 12.10 Connecting the camera to a computer .........
  • Page 4 Maintenance, inspection, and service ..........50 17.1 Maintenance................50 17.2 Inspection ................50 17.3 Service ................. 50 About FLIR Systems ................ 51 18.1 More than just an infrared camera ..........52 18.2 Sharing our knowledge ............52 18.3 Supporting our customers............53...

  • Page 5: Disclaimers

    1.7 Copyright © 2022 FLIR Systems, Inc. All rights reserved worldwide. No parts of the software in- cluding source code may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed or translated into any language or computer language in any form or by any means, electronic, magnetic, opti- cal, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of FLIR Systems.

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    Applicability: Cameras with one or more batteries. Do not attach the batteries directly to a car’s cigarette lighter socket, unless FLIR Systems supplies a specific adapter to connect the batteries to a cigarette lighter socket. Damage to the batteries can occur.
  • Page 7 Safety information CAUTION Applicability: Cameras with one or more batteries. Do not hit the battery with a hammer. Damage to the battery can occur. CAUTION Applicability: Cameras with one or more batteries. Do not put your foot on the battery, hit it or cause shocks to it. Damage to the battery can occur. CAUTION Applicability: Cameras with one or more batteries.
  • Page 8 CAUTION Do not use the FLIR K series camera without the correct training. If the persons that operate the camera do not have the correct training, an incorrect analysis of the infrared images can occur. Thus, incorrect decisions during the firefighting can be made.

  • Page 9: Label Affixed To The Camera

    Safety information CAUTION Only use with batteries that have the part number T199368 on them (that FLIR Systems AB supplies). Damage to the equipment can occur if you do not obey this. WARNING Make sure that you only change the batteries in a known safe area. If you do not obey this, an explosion can occur.

  • Page 10: Notice To User

    To register the camera, go to www.flir.com/register. To access the registration form, you must log in to your FLIR account or sign up for a new account. You will also need the serial number of your camera. You can find the serial number by doing the following: •...

  • Page 11: Training

    For training resources and courses, go to https://www.flir.com/support-center/training. 3.5 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 12: 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 13: Important Information About Flir Kx5 Series Service

    Such residues include—but are not limited to—chemical fire-extinguishing com- pounds, radioactivity, biohazardous materials, and residues from chemical fires. • FLIR Systems reserves the right to charge the full cost for the decontamination and disinfection of contaminated cameras that are shipped to our service department.

  • Page 14: Starting The Camera For The First Time (Flir K65)

    3. To register the camera, use a computer or other device with internet access and go http://support.flir.com/unlock. 4. To access the registration form, log in to your FLIR account or sign up for a new account. 5. To find the serial number of your camera, push the Mode button. The serial number (S/N) is displayed at the top of the screen.
  • Page 15 Starting the camera for the first time (FLIR K65) 7. On the camera, do the following to enter the code: • Push the Mode button repeatedly to change a digit. • Push the Zoom button to navigate to the next digit.

  • Page 16: Quick Start Guide

    Quick start guide Follow this procedure to get started right away: 1. Charge the battery for 4 hours before starting the camera for the first time, or until the blue battery condition LED glows continuously. 2. Push the on/off button to turn on the camera. 3.

  • Page 17: Accessories And Services

    Accessories and services Please check the FLIR Kx5 product page on www.flir.com for offered accessories and services. #T559946; r. BG/87484/87484; en-US...

  • Page 18: System Configuration Overview

    4. FLIR P/N: T198457ACC, Tripod Adapter, Kxx 5. FLIR P/N: T198125, Battery charger, incl. power supply with multi plugs 6. FLIR P/N: T198509, Cigarette lighter adapter kit, 12 VDC, 1.2 m/3.9 ft 7. FLIR P/N: T199368ACC, Li-Ion Battery pack 3.6 V 16 Wh 8.

  • Page 19: System Parts

    System parts 10.1 Camera (FLIR K45, FLIR K55) 1. USB Mini-B connector. 2. Attachment point for the lanyard strap/neck strap (left and right sides). 3. Eccentric latch to secure the battery. 4. On/off button. This button has three functions: • Push the on/off button to turn on the camera.

  • Page 20: Camera (Flir K65)

    System parts 10.2 Camera (FLIR K65) 1. USB Mini-B connector. The USB Mini-B connector is protected by a plastic cover that is fastened with a Torx screw (T20). CAUTION Make sure that you do not use a torque value that is more than 80 Ncm on the Torx T20 screw.

  • Page 21: Lanyard Strap And Retractable Lanyard

    System parts 10.3 Lanyard strap and retractable lanyard 10.4 Handle strap and retractable lanyard #T559946; r. BG/87484/87484; en-US...

  • Page 22: Neck Strap

    System parts 10.5 Neck strap #T559946; r. BG/87484/87484; en-US...

  • Page 23: Screen Elements

    Screen elements 1. Basic mode (FLIR K45, FLIR K55). TI Basic NFPA mode (FLIR K65). A multipurpose mode for the initial fire attack with life-saving operations and control of the fire. 2. Black and white firefighting mode. A multipurpose mode for the initial fire attack with life-saving operations and control of the fire.

  • Page 24: Battery Condition Indicator

    Note • The spotmeter, spotmeter temperature, and temperature bar are not displayed in TI Basic NFPA mode (FLIR K65). • The green icon color indicates that the camera automatically switches between the high-sensitivity range and the low-sensitivity range, depending on the object.

  • Page 25: Operation

    Operation CAUTION Do not use the FLIR K series camera without the correct training. If the persons that operate the camera do not have the correct training, an incorrect analysis of the infrared images can occur. Thus, incorrect decisions during the firefighting can be made.

  • Page 26: Removing The Battery (Flir K65)

    Operation 12.2 Removing the battery (FLIR K65) Note The battery must only be removed by qualified service personnel. Follow this procedure: 1. Unscrew the Torx T20 screw and pull up the latch. CAUTION Make sure that you do not use a torque value that is more than 80 Ncm on the Torx T20 screw.

  • Page 27: Selecting Camera Modes

    12.5 Selecting camera modes The camera features five different camera modes. You select the camera mode by push- ing the Mode button. The camera modes for FLIR K45 and FLIR K55 cameras are: 1. Basic mode. 2. Black and white firefighting mode.

  • Page 28: Explanation Of The Different Camera Modes

    Note To go to Basic mode from any other mode, push and hold the on/off button for less than 1 second. 12.5.2.2 TI Basic NFPA mode Note TI Basic NFPA mode is applicable to NFPA 1801-2021 certified FLIR K65 cameras. #T559946; r. BG/87484/87484; en-US...
  • Page 29 Operation Figure 12.2 TI Basic NFPA mode. TI Basic NFPA mode is the default mode of the camera. It is a multipurpose mode for the initial fire attack with life-saving operations and control of the fire. The camera automati- cally switches between the high-sensitivity range and the low-sensitivity range, to main- tain an optimal infrared image while at the same time maintaining a safe and consistent heat colorization of the fire scene.
  • Page 30 • High-sensitivity range: –20 to +150°C (–4 to +302°F). • Low-sensitivity range: 0 to +650°C (+32 to +1202°F). 12.5.2.5 TI Basic PLUS NFPA mode Note TI Basic PLUS NFPA mode is applicable to NFPA 1801-2021 certified FLIR K65 cameras. Figure 12.5 TI Basic PLUS NFPA mode.
  • Page 31 Operation • Automatic range. • Colorization of heat: +150 to +650°C (+302 to +1202°F). • High-sensitivity range: –20 to +150°C (–4 to +302°F). • Low-sensitivity range: 0 to +650°C (+32 to +1202°F). 12.5.2.6 Search and rescue mode Figure 12.6 Search and rescue mode. Search and rescue mode is optimized for maintaining high contrast in the infrared image while searching for people in landscapes, buildings, or traffic accident scenes.

  • Page 32: Saving An Image

    Follow this procedure: 1. Aim the camera toward an object of interest. 2. To save an image, pull the trigger. 12.7 Recording a video clip (FLIR K55 and FLIR K65) You can record video clips and save them to the camera’s archive.

  • Page 33: Continuous Video Recording (Flir K55 And Flir K65)

    • With the Rec. on/off setting, pull the trigger. • With the Record video setting, release the trigger. 12.8 Continuous video recording (FLIR K55 and FLIR K65) You can configure the camera to start a continuous video recording when you turn on the camera.

  • Page 34: Procedure (Flir K45, Flir K55)

    Operation • Move the images and video clips from the camera’s archive to the computer. 12.10.1 Procedure (FLIR K45, FLIR K55) Follow this procedure: 1. Fold up the rubber cover at the top of the camera. 2. Hold the metal ring firmly.

  • Page 35: Procedure (Flir K65)

    Operation 12.10.2 Procedure (FLIR K65) Follow this procedure: 1. Fold up the rubber cover at the top of the camera. 2. Fold up the metal ring. 3. Unscrew the Torx T20 screw. CAUTION Make sure that you do not use a torque value that is more than 80 Ncm on the Torx T20 screw.
  • Page 36 Operation 5. Connect the USB cable to the USB Mini-B connector in the connector bay. 6. Move the images to the computer using a drag-and-drop operation in Microsoft Win- dows Explorer. Note Moving an image using a drag-and-drop operation does not delete the image in the camera.

  • Page 37: Viewing Saved Images

    Operation 12.11 Viewing saved images When you save an image, the image is stored in the camera’s archive. To display the im- age again, you can recall it from the archive. Follow this procedure: 1. Push the Mode and Zoom buttons at the same time. This displays the main menu. 2.

  • Page 38: Viewing Saved Video Clips

    Operation 12.12 Viewing saved video clips When you save a video clip, it is stored in the camera’s archive. To view the video clip, you can recall it from the archive. Follow this procedure: 1. Push the Mode and Zoom buttons at the same time. This displays the main menu. 2.

  • Page 39: Changing Settings (In The Camera)

    Operation 12.13 Changing settings (in the camera) Note You can also use the FLIR K-series camera configurator to change the camera settings. For more information, see section 12.14 Configuring the camera. 12.13.1 General You can change a variety of settings. These settings include the following: •...

  • Page 40: Restore Factory Default Settings

    Operation 12.13.2 Restore factory default settings You can restore all camera settings to the factory defaults. Note This will also restore settings that have been changed using the FLIR K-series camera configurator. Follow this procedure: 1. Push the Mode and Zoom buttons at the same time. This displays the main menu.

  • Page 41: Configuring The Camera

    Operation 12.14 Configuring the camera The FLIR K-series camera configurator is a Windows application used to configure the camera. 12.14.1 Installation 1. Go to https://support.flir.com. Find the software download area and search for FLIR K-series camera configurator. 2. Download the FLIR K-series camera configurator installer package.

  • Page 42: The User Interface Tab

    Nothing will happen when you press the trigger momentarily. • No action, Record video (not applicable to the FLIR K45): Select to make the camera start a recording when you press and hold the trigger. The recording will stop when you release the trigger.
  • Page 43 Operation scene. However, the disadvantage is lower sensitivity and a higher level of signal noise. Temperature unit area: To select a different temperature unit, click Celsius or Fahrenheit. Thermal indication area: • Digital readout only: Select to display the thermal information in the image as the tem- perature of the spotmeter only.

  • Page 44: In-Truck Charger (Optional Accessory)

    The in-truck charger can also be powered using a standard FLIR Systems power supply, and has a battery charger located at the lower front of the unit.

  • Page 45: Choosing A Suitable Position

    3. Hole for attaching the charger housing to the metal bracket. 4. Connectors in the cradle. 5. Connector to power the charger using a standard FLIR Systems power supply. 6. Hole for attaching the charger housing to the metal bracket.

  • Page 46: Charging The Camera

    The charging of the camera has now started, and is finished when the blue light glows continuously. Charging a fully depleted camera takes approximately 4 hours. 13.7 Charging a battery separately FLIR Kx5 series batteries can be charged separately using the battery charger at the lower front of the unit. Follow this procedure: 1.

  • Page 47: Mechanical Drawings

    Mechanical drawings [See next page] #T559946; r. BG/87484/87484; en-US...
  • Page 50 6,02 7,08 ±0,04 ±0,04 ±1 ±1 Mounting hole 10x ø5,0 Mounting hole 6x ø6,3 Konstr/Drawn Datum/Date Kontr/Check Material P. MARCUS 2013-04-08 MABR Ytjämnhet/Roughness Ändrad av/Modified by Ändrad/Modified Ytbehandling/Surface treatment P. MARCUS 2013-04-08 µm Skala/Scale Blad/Sheet Där ej annat anges/Unless otherwise stated Benämning/Denomination 1(1) ISO 2768-mK...

  • Page 51: 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/v362. #T559946; r. BG/87484/87484; en-US...

  • Page 52: Cleaning, Decontamination And Disinfection

    Cleaning, decontamination and disinfection 16.1 Cleaning 16.1.1 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.
  • Page 53 Cleaning, decontamination and disinfection • FLIR Systems reserves the right to charge the full cost for the decontamination and disinfection of contaminated cameras that are shipped to our service department. #T559946; r. BG/87484/87484; en-US...

  • Page 54: Maintenance, Inspection, And Service

    5. Verify the function of all buttons and triggers. 6. Inspect the attachment point for the lanyard strap/neck strap, and the attachment point for the retractable lanyard. 17.3 Service For contact details to our service departments, use the following link: http://support.flir.com/service #T559946; r. BG/87484/87484; en-US...

  • Page 55: About Flir Systems

    • Extech Instruments (2007) Figure 18.1 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 56: More Than Just An Infrared Camera

    18.1 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 57: Supporting Our Customers

    18.3 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 58 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.: T559946...

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