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The FLIR TG267 and TG297 are Automotive Diagnostic Thermal Cameras which combine non-contact temperature measurement and thermal imaging into one troubleshooting tool to help you quickly find the source of heat-related problems and spot potential faults when performing automotive maintenance and repair.
The FLIR TG267 adds Type-K thermocouple contact temperature measurements.
The FLIR TG297 offers a high temperature range to 1886℉ (1080℃).
Visit https://support.flir.com/prodreg to register your instrument and to extend the standard one-year warranty to the 2-10 Year Warranty.
Figure 1
Imaging IR Thermometer Description (TG297 pictured)
![]() | Long press to power ON or OFF Short press to access the menu system |
![]() | Return button. Back out to previous screen in menus |
![]() | Press to scroll upward in the menus |
![]() | Press to scroll downward in the menus |
![]() | Press to activate the Laser pointer |
TRIGGER | Pull trigger to capture camera image Pull trigger to exit the menu system |
Figure 2
Display Description
Power is supplied by a rechargeable lithium battery. Long press the power button (center) to switch the camera ON or OFF. If the camera does not power ON, charge the battery by connecting to an AC wall charger using the supplied USB-C cable. The USB-C jack is located in the top compartment. Do not use the camera while it is charging. When the top flap is closed, the camera is rated IP54 for encapsulation. See Battery Considerations and Service Section for more information.
The camera has an Auto Power OFF (APO) utility that switches it OFF automatically if no buttons are pressed for the duration of the selected APO time. Use the menu system (under Device Settings) To set the APO timer. See Programming Menu System Section, for more information.
Figure 3
Combined Thermal and Visible Image (MSX®)
Note the temperature range limit printed on the thermocouple connector (or verify the range with the manufacturer). The supplied probe cannot be used to measure temperature through the entire display range listed in the specification section of this manual; measuring temperature beyond the range printed on the thermocouple connector can damage the probe and the TG267. If the thermocouple does not include a range label, please contact FLIR technical support.
To avoid electrical shock, do not use this instrument when working near voltages > 24V AC/DC. Do not allow the thermocouple to touch live circuitry.
To avoid damage and burns, do not make temperature measurements in microwave ovens.
Repeated flexing can break the thermocouple leads. To prolong lead life, avoid sharp bends, especially near the connector.
Figure 5
Supplied Type-K Thermocouple
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Thermocouple temperature readout (33.7℃, in this example)
Figure 7
Visible Spectrum Digital Camera Image
Note: Device is not 100% compatible with Mac OS, please do not format its internal memory via Mac OS.
Short press the MENU button to access the menu system. Use the MENU button to switch settings ON or OFF, use the Return button to move to the previous screen, and use the arrows to scroll. The MENU button is used in some cases to confirm settings. Use the trigger to exit the menu system.
To connect to a mobile device running the FLIR Tools™ Mobile App, turn on the mobile device and start the FLIR Tools™ Mobile App (download the mobile App from the Google Play™ store, the Apple App store, or here:
https://www.flir.com/products/flir-tools-app/).
Select INSTRUMENTS from the drop-down menu in the App and search for the model number of your camera (the camera must be ON). Tap in the App to connect. When connected to a device running the App, the camera (using the METERLiNK® protocol) continually sends readings for live display on the remote device. You can also send captured images to your mobile device (see Capturing and Working with Images Section).
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
The camera includes a USB-C port in the top compartment. The USB port allows you to update the System firmware by first downloading an update file from the FLIR website and then transferring the file to the camera via USB. Connect to a PC using a USB-C cable. Firmware updates are available from https://support.flir.com.
NOTE
This camera is not 100% compatible with USB-C to USB-C cables. Use only USB-C to USBA cables. The supplied cable is USB-C to USB-A type. To update the firmware, you will need:
Wipe the housing with a damp cloth as needed. Do not use abrasives or solvents. Clean the lenses with a high-quality lens cleaner.
The rechargeable lithium battery is not user-serviceable. Please contact FLIR support for service instructions: https://support.flir.com.
For best results, charge the battery immediately after seeing a low battery indication using the supplied USB-C cable (with an AC wall charger, not supplied). If the battery is allowed to fully drain, allow 2~3 hours before the charging display appears after connecting to an AC charger. a full charge (100%) requires 6 hours, a charge to 90% power requires 4 hours. Charging through a PC USB port is not recommended.
If the camera is not going to be used for an extended period (> 3 months), it should be charged to 70% then stored at room temperature and recharged every 6 months. Failure to do so may result in a battery that cannot be recharged and that therefore will require service.
If the camera display freezes or if the camera in any way stops operating normally, press and hold the up and down buttons for at least 10 seconds. Release the buttons when the camera switches OFF. After the device switches OFF, switch it back ON again to resume use. No data will be lost by resetting the camera. If problems persist, contact FLIR for support.
IR resolution | 160 x 120 pixels |
Digital image enhancement | Included |
Thermal Sensitivity /NETD | < 70 mK |
Field of View (FOV) | 57° x 44° |
Minimum focus distance | 0.89 ft. (0.3 m) |
Distance-to-Spot ratio | 30:1 |
Dual range operation (TG297) | Range 1: < 752℉ (400℃) Range 2: > 752℉ (400℃) For Range 2, the high temperature lever must be engaged |
Focus | Fixed |
Image frequency | 8.7 Hz |
Focal plane array /Spectral response range | Uncooled microbolometer /7.5 ~ 14 μm |
Detector pitch | 12 μm |
Display resolution | 320 x 240 pixels |
Screen size | 2.4 in. (portrait) |
Viewing angle | 80° |
Color depth | 24 bit |
Aspect ratio | 4:3 |
Display type | TFT technology |
Image adjustment | Automatic |
Image modes |
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Object temperature range | TG267: –13 ~ +716℉ (–25 ~ +380℃) TG297: –13 ~ +1886℉ (–25 ~ +1030℃) |
Accuracy at ambient temperature: 15 ~ 35℃ (59 ~95℉) | -13℉ ~ 32℉ (-25℃ to 0℃): ± 7.0℉ (3.0℃) |
32℉ ~ 122℉ (0℃ ~ 50℃): ± 5.0℉ or ± 2.5% (±2.5℃ or ± 2.5%) whichever is greater | |
122℉ ~ 212℉ (50℃ ~ 100℃): ± 3.0℉ or ± 1.5% (± 1.5℃ or ± 1.5%) whichever is greater | |
213℉ ~ 932℉ (100℃ ~ 500℃): ± 6.0℉ or ± 2.5% (± 2.5℃ or ± 2.5%) whichever is greater | |
933℉ ~ 1022℉ (500℃ ~ 550℃): ± 7.0℉ or ± 3.0% (± 3.0℃ or ± 3.0%) whichever is greater | |
IR Temperature resolution | 0.2℉ (0.1℃) |
Reading repeatability | ± 1% of reading or ± 2℉ (1℃), whichever is greater |
Response time | 150 ms |
IR thermometer measurement | Continuous scanning |
Minimum measurement distance | 0.85 ft. (0.26 m) |
Spot meter | Center spot (cross-hairs); Programmable ON/OFF |
Color display palettes | Iron, Rainbow, White-hot, Black-hot, Arctic, and Lava |
Type-K Temperature range of camera | -22℉ ~ 734℉ (-30.0℃ ~ +390.0℃)1 |
Over- and under- range indication | OL or —OL display (dashes display if thermocouple is not connected) |
Type-K Temperature Resolution | 0.1℉ (0.1℃) |
Type-K Temperature Accuracy | ± (1% of reading + 5.4℉ [3℃]) |
Maximum voltage at Type-K input | 60V DC or 24V AC rms |
Note that this is the temperature range of the camera NOT the range for the supplied thermocouple. Please do not exceed the specified range printed on the thermocouple label. To measure higher or lower than the range of the supplied thermocouple, please use a Type-K thermocouple rated for the desired range. Contact FLIR for additional information
Set-up commands | Local adaptation of units, language, date and time formats |
Emissivity adjustment | 3 presets plus a custom adjustment utility (0.1 ~ 0.99) |
Languages | Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, simplified Chinese, Spanish, Swedish, traditional Chinese, Turkish |
Firmware upgrades | User manageable (instructions included in this user manual) |
Storage media | eMMC 4G |
Image storage capacity | 50k images |
Image file format | JPEG with spot temperature meta-data tag |
Resolution | 2M pixels |
Focus | Fixed |
Field of View (FOV) | 71° x 56° (adapts to IR lens) |
Flashlight type | Bright LED |
LED CCT | 6500° K |
LED CRI | 70 |
Beam angle | ± 20° |
Rated power | 0.5 W |
Light output | 100 Lumens |
Laser type | DOE (Diffractive optical elements) |
Laser function | Indicates the size of the measurement area (circular target) |
Laser class | Class I |
Interfaces | USB 2.0 and Bluetooth® |
USB | USB Type-C for data transfer and battery charging Not 100% compatible with USB-C to USBC cables. Use only a USB-C to USB-A cable. |
USB standard | USB 2.0 High Speed |
Bluetooth® | BLE (Bluetooth® Low Energy) |
Battery type | Rechargeable Lithium ion |
Battery voltage | 3.7 V |
Battery operating time | 5 hours scanning (medium brightness setting) 4.5 hours with Laser ON (medium brightness setting) |
Battery charge life | 30 days minimum |
Charging system | Battery is charged inside the camera |
Charging time | 4 hours to 90% and 6 hours to 100% |
Power management | APO adjustable 5/15/30 minutes. Can be disabled. |
Pollution degree | ft. (2000 m) |
Altitude | 2 |
Operating temperature | 14 ~ 113℉ (-10 ~ 45℃) |
Storage temperature | -22 ~ 131℉ (-30 ~ 55℃) |
Humidity (operating and storage) | 0 ~ 90% Relative Humidity (RH) 32 ~ 98.6℉ (0 ~ 37℃) 0 ~ 65% RH 98.6 ~ 113℉ (37 ~ 45℃) 0 ~ 45% RH 113 ~ 131℉ (45 ~ 55℃) |
EMC | EN 61000–6–3 EN 61000–6–2 FCC 47 CFR Part 15 Class B |
Magnetic fields | EN 61000–4–8 Class 3 |
Radio spectrum | ETSI EN 300 328 FCC Part 15.249 RSS-247 Issue 2 EN 301 489–1:2011 EN 301 489–17:2009 |
Encapsulation | IP 54 (IEC 60529) |
Shock | 25 g (IEC 60068–2–27) |
Vibration | 2 g (IEC 60068–2–6) |
Drop | Designed for 6.56 ft. (2 m) |
Safety | CE/CB/EN61010/UL |
Environmental safety | REACH Regulation EC 1907/2006 RoHS 2 Directive 2011/65/EC WEEE Directive 2012/19/EC JIS C 6802:2011 laser directive IEC 60825–1 class I laser directive FDA laser directive |
Humidity requirements | IEC 60068–2–30 for operation and storage |
Weight | 13.9 oz. (0.39 kg) |
Size (L x W x H) | 8.3 x 2.5 x 3.2 in. (210 x 64 x 81 mm) |
Accessory mount | UNC ¼"-20 |
Standard equipment | Camera, USB-C cable, printed Quick Start Guide, Lanyard, Carry Pouch |
Material | Emissivity | Material | Emissivity |
Asphalt | 0.90 ~ 0.98 | Cloth (black) | 0.98 |
Concrete | 0.94 | Skin (human) | 0.98 |
Cement | 0.96 | Leather | 0.75 ~ 0.80 |
Sand | 0.90 | Charcoal (powder) | 0.96 |
Soil | 0.92 ~ 0.96 | Lacquer | 0.80 ~ 0.95 |
Water | 0.92 ~ 0.96 | Lacquer (matt) | 0.97 |
Ice | 0.96 ~ 0.98 | Rubber (black) | 0.94 |
Snow | 0.83 | Plastic | 0.85 ~ 0.95 |
Glass | 0.90 ~ 0.95 | Timber | 0.90 |
Ceramic | 0.90 ~ 0.94 | Paper | 0.70 ~ 0.94 |
Marble | 0.94 | Chromium Oxides | 0.81 |
Plaster | 0.80 ~ 0.90 | Copper Oxides | 0.78 |
Mortar | 0.89 ~ 0.91 | Iron Oxides | 0.78 to 0.82 |
Brick | 0.93 ~ 0.96 | Textiles | 0.90 |
This symbol, adjacent to another symbol indicates the user must refer to the manual for further information.
The instrument's IP54 rating is only in affect when the top flap (covering the USB-C and Thermocouple jacks) is completely sealed. Do not operate the instrument with the flap open, except for charging, PC interface, or Type-K thermocouple use.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Use extreme caution when the Laser pointer is on.
Do not point the Laser beam toward anyone's eye or allow the beam to strike the eye from a reflective surface.
Do not use the Laser near explosive gases or in other potentially explosive areas.
Refer to the CAUTION statement label (shown below) for critical safety information.
Here you can download full pdf version of manual, it may contain additional safety instructions, warranty information, FCC rules, etc.
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