Topdon TC004 SE Manual
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Topdon TC004 SE Manual


Read all instructions before use.

  • Do not point the thermal imaging camera at the sun or other strong energy sources for long periods of time, otherwise there might be damage to the detector in the thermal imaging camera.
  • Keep the thermal imaging camera away from water to avoid electricity leakage or short circuits.
  • Do not touch the lens with your hands. Do not knock, pry, puncture, or scratch the lens.
  • Do not disassemble the thermal imaging camera.

About TC004 SE

TOPDON's TC004 SE is a 256*192 handheld thermal imaging camera used for equipment inspection and maintenance.

You can apply the camera in home heating, water leak detection, and agricultural protection. It can be used either on its own in standalone mode or in USB mode to work with a Windows-based computer.

What's in the Box?

Product Overview

Product Overview

  1. Keyboard
Expert Mode Short press to enter the Album and Vehicle Detection function.
LED Button Short press to turn on/off the LED.
Return Button Short press to return to the previous page.
Power Button Short press to enter the Standby mode; long press to power ON/ OFF.
Move Up / Down / Left / Right Buttons Short press the four buttons to move to the desired direction; press Up to hit the shutter; press Down to change pseudo-color palettes; press Left/Right to set the Zoom level.
OK Button Short press to confirm an action or message.
  1. 2.8-Inch Screen
  2. USB Type-C Port
    Type-C port is used for charging, screen projecting to PC, and file transfer
  1. Camera Button
    Short press to take a photo, then short press the OK Button to save the photo; long press to start recording a video, short press to stop recording, then short press the OK Button to save the video.
  2. Infrared Camera
  3. Two LED Flashlights
  4. Screw Hole (1 / 4-20 unc)
    Mounts the TC004 SE onto a tripod

Using TC004 SE in Standalone Mode

While in standalone mode, the TC004 SE thermal imaging camera can work independently on its own. To learn more about the operation of each button and port on the TC004 SE device, you can refer to Product Overview Section.

Using TC004 SE in USB Mode

Apart from standalone use, your TC004 SE can also work with a Windows-based computer. This section illustrates how to configure your TC004 SE to work with a Windows-based computer for screen projecting and imagery analysis.

Getting Started

  1. Download and install the software
    Go to https://www.topdon.com/products/TC004-SE, click "Download" to enter the download page. Then download and install the software to your computer.
  2. Connect TC004 SE to your computer with the supplied USB cable (see Figure 4.1.1).
    Getting Started
    Figure 4.1.1
  3. Open the software and you can screen project your TC004 SE thermal imaging camera to PC.

Specifications

Resolution of infrared camera 256*192
Spectral range 8 to 14 μm
Pixel size 12 μm
NETD < 40 mK
FOV 56° x 42°
IFOV 3.75 mrad
Measurement range -4° to 1022°F (-20° to 550°C)
Measurement accuracy ±2ºC or ±2% of reading, the larger value shall prevail
Measurement resolution 0.1°C
Storage capacity 32 GB internal storage
Battery capacity 5,300 mAh

FAQ

Q Why dose the device often make a "clicking" sound while the screen freezes?
A
This is a normal occurrence caused by the infrared camera automatically hitting the shutter. During the imaging process, the absorbed scattered infrared light forms an abnormal heat source, causing the image to slowly become blurred. In such cases, refreshing the shutter can make the picture clear, but will produce a "clicking" sound.

The shutter is set to refresh automatically every 30 seconds by default. If you mind the clicks, you can turn off the automatic shutter in the Shutter Setting.

Q Can the TC004 SE detect objects underwater, through glass or a wall?
A
No. Infrared detectors mainly detects 8 to 14 μm long-wave infrared areas, and can only be used to measure surface temperature.

Q Why is there a lower temperature reading when the device gets far from the object and a higher reading when the device gets closer to the object?
A
Infrared radiation attenuates when passing through the atmosphere. The longer the distance, the greater the attenuation. Thus, the accuracy of temperature measurement at a distance will decrease.

To ensure accuracy of measurement, go to Setting > Measurement Parameters > Distance, and input the actual distance (max: 5 meters) to get the corrected temperature.

Q Why is the measured temperature not very precise?
A The tempeature resolution of this device is ±2%, with a normal temperature range of -4°F to 302°F (-20°C to 150°C), and a high temperature range of 302°F to 1022°F (150°C to 550°C).Please select the corresponding range in the Settings before measuring.

Q What external factors will affect the infrared temperature measurement?
A
The following factors will have an impact on the measurement results:

  1. Emissivity of the object surface.
  2. Ambient temperature: The object will reflect the infrared rays emitted by surrounding objects, which affects the temperature measurement of the object itself.
  3. Atmospheric temperature: The atmosphere itself also emits infrared rays.
  4. Atmospheric transmittance: the infrared rays emitted by the object are attenuated in the atmosphere.
  5. Distance: the longer the distance, the greater the attenuation of the infrared rays emitted by the object in the atmosphere.

TOPDON's One Year Limited Warranty
TOPDON warrants to its original purchaser that the company's products will be free from defects in material and workmanship for 12 months from the date of purchase (Warranty Period).

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