Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology H2TP23 Handheld thermography camera User Manual

Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Co., Ltd. Handheld thermography camera Users Manual

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 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  ii User Manual COPYRIGHT ©2018 Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Co., Ltd.   ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Any and all information, including, among others, wordings, pictures, graphs are the properties of Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Co., Ltd. or its subsidiaries (hereinafter referred to be “Hikvision”). This user manual (hereinafter referred to be “the Manual”) cannot be reproduced, changed, translated, or distributed, partially or wholly, by any means, without the prior written permission of Hikvision. Unless otherwise stipulated, Hikvision does not make any warranties, guarantees or representations, express or implied, regarding to the Manual. About this Manual This Manual is applicable to Handheld Thermography Camera. The Manual includes instructions for using and managing the product. Pictures, charts, images and all other information hereinafter are for description and explanation only. The information contained in the Manual is subject to change, without notice, due to firmware updates or other reasons. Please find the latest version in the company website (http://overseas.hikvision.com/en/).   Please use this user manual under the guidance of professionals. Trademarks Acknowledgement and other Hikvision’s trademarks and logos are the properties of Hikvision in various jurisdictions. Other trademarks and logos mentioned below are the properties of their respective owners. Legal Disclaimer TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE PRODUCT DESCRIBED, WITH ITS HARDWARE, SOFTWARE AND FIRMWARE, IS PROVIDED “AS IS”, WITH ALL FAULTS AND ERRORS, AND HIKVISION MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, MERCHANTABILITY, SATISFACTORY QUALITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT OF THIRD PARTY. IN NO EVENT WILL HIKVISION, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR ANY SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR INDIRECT DAMAGES, INCLUDING, AMONG OTHERS, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, OR LOSS OF DATA OR DOCUMENTATION, IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, EVEN IF HIKVISION HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. REGARDING TO THE PRODUCT WITH INTERNET ACCESS, THE USE OF PRODUCT SHALL BE WHOLLY AT YOUR OWN RISKS. HIKVISION SHALL
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  iii NOT TAKE ANY RESPONSIBILITES FOR ABNORMAL OPERATION, PRIVACY LEAKAGE OR OTHER DAMAGES RESULTING FROM CYBER ATTACK, HACKER ATTACK, VIRUS INSPECTION, OR OTHER INTERNET SECURITY RISKS; HOWEVER, HIKVISION WILL PROVIDE TIMELY TECHNICAL SUPPORT IF REQUIRED.   SURVEILLANCE LAWS VARY BY JURISDICTION. PLEASE CHECK ALL RELEVANT LAWS IN YOUR JURISDICTION BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT IN ORDER TO ENSURE THAT YOUR USE CONFORMS THE APPLICABLE LAW. HIKVISION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE IN THE EVENT THAT THIS PRODUCT IS USED WITH ILLEGITIMATE PURPOSES.   IN THE EVENT OF ANY CONFLICTS BETWEEN THIS MANUAL AND THE APPLICABLE LAW, THE LATER PREVAILS.  Regulatory Information FCC Information Please take attention that changes or modification not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. FCC compliance: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: —Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. —Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. —Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. —Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  FCC Conditions This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation  EU Conformity Statement
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  iv This product and - if applicable - the supplied accessories too are marked with "CE" and comply therefore with the applicable harmonized European standards listed under the EMC Directive 2014/30/EU, the RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU. 2012/19/EU (WEEE directive): Products marked with this symbol cannot be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste in the European Union. For proper recycling, return this product to your local supplier upon the purchase of equivalent new equipment, or dispose of it at designated collection points. For more information see: www.recyclethis.info. 2006/66/EC (battery directive): This product contains a battery that cannot be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste in the European Union. See the product documentation for specific battery information. The battery is marked with this symbol, which may include lettering to indicate cadmium (Cd), lead (Pb), or mercury (Hg). For proper recycling, return the battery to your supplier or to a designated collection point. For more information see: www.recyclethis.info.  Industry Canada ICES-003 Compliance This device meets the CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) standards requirements.    This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:   (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radioexempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.  Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour l'émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à l'intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l'intensité nécessaire à l'établissement d'une communication satisfaisante.
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  v  Safety Instruction These instructions are intended to ensure that user can use the product correctly to avoid danger or property loss. The precaution measure is divided into Warnings and Cautions: Warnings: Neglecting any of the warnings may cause serious injury or death. Cautions: Neglecting any of the cautions may cause injury or equipment damage.       Warnings  The device should be used in compliance with local laws and electrical safety regulations. Refer to the appropriate documentation for detailed information.  If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacture, the protection provide by the equipment may be impaired.    The device should be used in the environment within temperature range from -20  °C to 50  °C (-4  °F to 122  °F), and humidity  ≤90%  The input voltage should conform to IEC60825-1 standard: SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) and the Limited Power Source (Input 12 VDC, 1.5A, output 5 VDC, 2A). Refer to the appropriate documentation for detailed information.  Make sure the plug is properly connected to the power socket.  If smoke, odor, or noise arises from the device, immediately turn off the power, unplug the power cable, and contact the service center.  The installer and user are responsible for password and security configuration and its settings.   Cautions  Do not drop the device or subject it to physical shock.  Wipe the device gently with a clean cloth and a small quantity of ethanol, if necessary.  Do not aim the lens at the sun or any other bright light.    When any laser equipment is in use, make sure that the device lens is not exposed to the laser beam, or it may burn out.   Warnings Follow these safeguards to prevent serious injury or death. Cautions Follow these precautions to prevent potential injury or material damage.
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  vi  Do not expose the device to high electromagnetic radiation or extremely hot, cold, dusty, or damp environments.    Place the device in a dry and well-ventilated environment.  Keep non-waterproof devices away from liquids.  Keep the device in original or similar packaging while transporting it.  A few device components (e.g., electrolytic capacitor) require regular replacement. The average lifespan varies, so periodic checking is recommended. Contact your dealer for details.  Improper use or replacement of the battery may result in explosion hazard. Replace with the same or equivalent type only. Dispose of used batteries in conformance with the instructions provided by the battery manufacturer. The battery type is E097-13-1S1P26650.  Never attempt to disassemble the device.  Safety Instruction CAUTION: THE PRODUCT IS BUILT IN A REPLACEABLE BATTERY. RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.  Laser Light Supplement Warning Warning: The laser radiation emitted from the device can cause eye injuries, burning of skin or inflammable substances. Before enabling the Light Supplement function, make sure no human or inflammable substances are in front of the laser lens.  Manufacture address : No.555 Qianmo Road, Binjiang District, Hangzhou 310052, China Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Co.,Ltd
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  vii Table of Contents About This Manual .................................................................................... 1 Overview of Contents .......................................................................................... 1 1 Overview ........................................................................................... 2 1.1 Box Content .............................................................................................. 2 1.2 Product Introduction .................................................................................. 3 1.3 Functions .................................................................................................. 3 2 Appearance ....................................................................................... 5 2.1 Dimensions ............................................................................................... 5 2.2 Components .............................................................................................. 6 3 Basic Functions ................................................................................. 7 3.1 Charging the Device ................................................................................... 7 3.1.1 Charging via the charging base ............................................................. 7 3.1.2 Charging via the USB interface ............................................................. 9 3.2 Power On and Off .................................................................................... 10 3.3 Interface Description ................................................................................. 11 3.4 Focus Lens .............................................................................................. 12 3.5 File Exporting ......................................................................................... 13 3.6 Upgrade .................................................................................................. 14 3.7 Operation ................................................................................................ 14 4 Main Configurations ....................................................................... 16 4.1 Temperature Measurement ........................................................................ 16 4.1.1 Thermometry Settings ........................................................................ 16 4.1.2 Thermometry Rule Configuration........................................................ 18 4.2 Network Configuration ............................................................................. 20 4.2.1 Wi-Fi Settings ................................................................................... 20 4.2.2 WLAN Hot Spot Settings ................................................................... 21 4.2.3 Bluetooth settings .............................................................................. 22 4.3 Storage Settings ....................................................................................... 22 4.3.1 Recording Settings ............................................................................ 23 4.3.2 Capturing Settings ............................................................................. 24 4.3.3 View recorded files ............................................................................ 25 4.4 Image Configuration ................................................................................ 25 4.4.1 Temperature Difference/Range............................................................ 25 4.4.2 Palettes Settings ................................................................................ 27 4.4.3 Thermal/Optical Configuration ........................................................... 28 4.5 Alarm Configuration ................................................................................ 28 4.6 Other Configurations ................................................................................ 30 4.6.1 Digital Zoom .................................................................................... 30 4.6.2 LED Light Supplement ...................................................................... 30 4.6.3 Laser Settings ................................................................................... 30
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  viii 4.6.4 Client Software ................................................................................. 30 5 System Settings ............................................................................... 32 5.1 Unit Settings ........................................................................................... 32 5.2 Display Settings....................................................................................... 32 5.3 Auto Power-off Duration Settings .............................................................. 33 5.4 Device Initialization ................................................................................. 33 5.5 Device Information .................................................................................. 33 6 Appendix ........................................................................................ 34 6.1 Common Material Emissivity Reference .................................................... 34 6.2 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) ........................................................... 35
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  1 About This Manual This document introduces the way to perform and maintain the Handheld Thermography Camera.  It covers what is Handheld Thermography Camera, how to set up alarm and rules for Handheld Thermography Camera, concrete functions and descriptions of the camera. It shows you how to record and capture with the camera, and export the files. It also advices basic handling methods of frequently happened errors.  Overview of Contents This document contains the following chapters, and appendixes:  Chapter 1 Overview introduces the handheld Thermography camera, including the box content, product introduction, and major functions. Chapter 2 Appearance shows the dimensions of the camera and explains the functions of all components. Chapter 3 Basic Functions describes how to charge, power on and off the camera, focus the thermal lens, and export file. It also tells the lens assembling procedure and how to operate it with touch-screen and by buttons. Chapter 4 Main Configurations shows you the way to measure temperature and set temperature alarms. Besides, it describes how to record videos and capture snapshots. You can do Wi-Fi settings, palettes selection, temperature section settings, digital zoom, LED light control, and remote control via client software according to this chapter.   Chapter 5 System Settings indicates the unit settings, display settings, and device initialization, etc.   Chapter 6 Appendix lists the emissivity value of common materials for reference and the frequently asked questions.
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  2 1 Overview 1.1 Box Content See the table below for the box content.  Handheld Thermography Camera (×1)   Charging Base (×1) Box (×1)    power Adapter (x1) USB Cable (×1) Battery (x1)
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  3  DISK User Manual (×1) Disk (×1)  Note: The Handheld Thermography Camera includes one lens cover, one battery and one SD card. 1.2 Product Introduction The handheld Thermography camera is a camera with both optical images and thermal images. It can do thermometry, video recording, snapshot capturing, alarm, and it can connect to Wi-Fi, Hotspot and Bluetooth. The built-in high-sensitivity IR detector and high-performance sensor detects the variation of temperature and measure the real-time temperature. The Picture-in-picture technique of the Thermography camera and the fusion of optical view and thermal view, enhances the details of the images display. It supports multiple palettes and alarm types. When the detected temperature in the scene does not match with the alarm rules, the device alarms by color of the palette mode automatically. It helps the users to find the risky part and lower your property loss. The device supports Wi-Fi connection, live viewing, recording, and capturing, etc. The handheld Thermography camera is easy to use, and adopts ergonomic design. It is widely applied to substations, electricity prevention detection of companies, abnormal circuit temperature detection in industry field, and reconnaissance survey of construction field. 1.3 Functions Thermometry Device detects the real-time temperature, and display it on the screen.   Thermometry Range: -20 °C to 550 °C (-4 °F to 1022 °F) Thermometry Accuracy: Max (±2 °C, ±2%)
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  4 Storage Device is equipped with memory module to store recorded videos, captured snapshots, and important data. Fusion Device can display fusion of thermal view and optical view. Palette and Alarm Device supports multiple palettes, and you can set the palette mode according to the alarm function Wi-Fi Function Device can be connected to Wi-Fi. You can connect the device via Wi-Fi hot spot, and you can view live view, capture, and recording, etc. Digital Zoom Device supports 1×, 2× and 4× digital zoom. LED Light: LED light supplement makes the device a torch in required scenarios. Laser Light Supplement: Long-distance laser light supplement.
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  5 2 Appearance 2.1 Dimensions 244mm (9.6'')100mm (3.94'')104mm (4.1'')
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  6 2.2 Components Touch ScreenLED Indicator AudioLoudspeakerON/OFFLaserLens Sheet BackNavigationUSB InterfaceSD SlotLED Light SupplementLens CoverLaserOptical LensBatteryFocus KnobThermal LensTripod InterfaceTrigger Laser Button Hold  the  Laser  button  to  turn  on  laser,  and release the button to turn off laser. Navigation Button Menu Button: -  Press  the  ▽,  △,  ▷, and ◁  button  to  select parameters.   -  Press the OK button to confirm. Non-Menu Button: -  Press the △ button to turn on/off the LED light supplement.   -  Hold the ▽ button to digital zoom. Lens Sheet Button Cover the lens to perform the correction. Back Button Exit the menu or return to previous menu. Focus Knob Adjust lens focal length, refer to 3.4 Focus Lens
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  7 Trigger Pull  the  trigger  to  record  videos  or  capture snapshots. USB Cover Connect the camera to your PC via USB cable to export files.   Warning:  The laser radiation emitted from the device can cause eye injuries, burning of skin or inflammable substances. Before enabling the Light Supplement function, make sure no human or inflammable substances are in front of the laser lens.  3 Basic Functions 3.1 Charging the Device 3.1.1 Charging via the charging base Note: Please charge the camera with the USB cable and power adapter supplied by the manufacturer (or according to the input voltage from the specifications). Battery  Steps: 1. Hold the camera, and press both battery lock catches of the Thermography camera, see figure below.
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  8  Battery Lock Catch Handheld CameraBattery Base  2. Hold the lock catches, and draw the battery base to take out the battery, see figure below.  3. Insert the battery into the charging base, see figure below. You can see the charging status via the pilot lamp on the charging base.
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  9 Charging BaseBatterySide ViewFront View 4. When the battery is fully charged, draw the battery from the charging base. 5. Align the ribbed piece on battery with the notch of the camera, and insert the battery into the camera, see figure below. Ribbed Piece 3.1.2 Charging via the USB interface Note: Please make sure the battery is installed before charging.  Steps: 1. Open the top cover of the camera. 2. Connect the USB interface and the power adaptor with USB cable. USB Interface
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  10 3.2 Power On and Off  Power On Remove the lens cover, and hold the    button for over three seconds to turn on the device. You can observe the target when the interface of the camera is stable. Power Off When the monocular is turned on, hold the    button for three seconds to power off the device.
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  11 3.3 Interface Description In the observation interface, tap the screen or press OK button to show the menu bar, see figure below. Min. Temperature DisplayMax. Temperature DisplayCenter Temperature DisplayStatus IconsReal-time TemperatureColor-Temperature ScaleMenu Icons For the descriptions of the menu buttons, see the table below.  Settings In  the  Local  Settings  ( )  interface,  you can  set  basic  parameters,  including thermometry units and range, fuse settings.  File You  can  view  the  capture  snapshots  or videos stored in File.
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  12  Thermal/Optical In  the  Thermal/Optical  Settings  ( ) interface,  you  can  set  the  display  to thermal/optical/PIP/combined (fuse) modes.  Thermometry In  the  Thermometry Rule Configuration ( )  mode,  you  can  measure  the  real-time temperature by rules.  Palettes You can set the palettes of the display and the device displays accordingly.  Contrast You  can  adjust  the  contrast  of  display manually or automatically. For the descriptions of the status icons, see the table below.  USB This icon shows whether the device is connected to PC via USB interface.  Wi-Fi This icon shows whether the device is connected to Wi-Fi or not.  Hot Spot This  icon  show  whether  the  device  hot  spot  is enabled or not.  SD Card This icons shows that the device memory card has short free space.  Battery This icon shows the battery status of the device.  Unit This  icon  shows  which  unit  the  device  is  using now: ° C, ° F, or Kelvin.  3.4 Focus Lens Before you start: Adjust the lens focal length properly before you set any other configurations, or it may affect the image display and temperature accuracy. Steps: 1. Power on the handheld Thermography camera. 2. Aim the camera lens to the appropriate scene. 3. Adjust the focus knob clockwise or anticlockwise, see figure below.
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  13 FAR NEAR  Do NOT touch the lens to avoid affecting the display effect.    3.5 File Exporting Purpose: Connect the handheld Thermography camera to your PC with USB cable, you can export the recorded videos and captured snapshots. Steps: 1. Open the USB cover. 2. Connect the camera to your PC with USB cable and open the detected disk. 3. Enter USB > picture and USB > record to view the videos and snapshots. -  Select and copy the videos to PC and play the file with the player. -  Select and copy the snapshots to PC and view the files. 4. Disconnect the device from your PC.
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  14 Note: For the first time connection, the driver will be installed automatically.  3.6 Upgrade Steps: 1. Connect the thermography camera to your PC with USB cable and open the detected disk. 2. Copy the upgrade file and paste it to the root directory of the device. 3. Disconnect the device from your PC. 4. Reboot the device and then it will upgrade automatically. The upgrading process will be displayed in the main interface. Note: After the upgrading, the device automatically reboot. You can view the current version in Local Settings ( )> Device Information.  3.7 Operation The camera supports both touch-screen control and button control. Touch-screen control Tap on the screen to set parameters and configurations.
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  15  Button control Press the navigation buttons to set parameters and configurations.  -  Press the △,  ▽,  ▷, and ◁  button to move the cursor up/down/left/right. -  Press the OK button to confirm.
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  16 4 Main Configurations 4.1 Temperature Measurement Before you start: Go to Settings > Device Settings > Unit Settings to set the temperature unit as K/°C/°F. Refer to 5.1 Unit Settings for details. Purpose: The thermometry (temperature measurement) function provides the real-time temperature of the scene and display it on the left of your screen. The thermometry function is turned on by default. 4.1.1 Thermometry Settings Purpose: The thermometry parameters affect the accuracy of temperature measurement. Steps: 1. Select the Local Settings ( ) from the main menu. 2. In the Local Settings interface, select Thermometry Settings.  1) Set the Thermometry Range, Emissivity, Distance, Background Temperature, Reflection Temperature, Humidity, and Temperature Bias.
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  17   Thermometry Range:   Select the thermometry range.  Emissivity: Set the emissivity of your target as the effectiveness in emitting energy as thermal radiation.   Note: Refer to the 6.1 Common Material Emissivity Reference for Emissivity values.  Distance (m/feet): The straight-line distance between the target and the device.  Background Temperature: The average temperature of the environment.  Reflection Temperature: If any object (not the target) of high temperature is in the scene, and the target emissivity is low, set the reflection temperature as the high temperature to correct the thermometry effect.  Humidity: Set the relative humidity of current environment.  Temperature Bias: The device may have slight deviation of temperature measuring, you can set the Temperature Bias to correct it. 3. Return to previous menu to save the settings.
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  18 4.1.2 Thermometry Rule Configuration Purpose: The thermometry parameters affect the accuracy of temperature measurement. Steps: 1. Select the Thermometry Rule Configuration ( ) from the main menu. 2. Set the point/line/frame rules, see figure below.   For Point Rule: You can set Center Point Thermometry, High-Temperature Point, Low-Temperature Point, and Custom Point Thermometry.  Center Point Thermometry System detects the temperature of the center. Step: Tap    and the temperature (center of view) displays Cen: XX.  High-Temperature Point   System locates the point of the highest temperature. Step: Tap    and the temperature (Highest temperature of view) displays Max: XX.  Low-Temperature Point   System locates the point of the lowest temperature. Step:
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  19 Tap    and the temperature (Lowest temperature of view) displays Min: XX.  Custom Point Thermometry   System detects the temperature of a custom point. Steps: 1) Choose    on the interface. 2) Press OK button.   3) Move the point with the navigation buttons or tap on the touch-screen to select a point. 4) Press OK button to confirm. The temperature of custom point (e.g. P1) displays P1: XX. 5) Repeat step 1 to 3 to set other custom points. Note: At most ten custom points supported. For Frame Rule: Steps: 1) Choose    on the interface. 2) Press OK button to generate a default frame. 3) Press the △,  ▽,  ▷, and  ◁  button to move the frame up/down/left/right. 4) Press    to enlarge the frame, and press    to contract the frame. Or you can drag the corner of the frame on touch-screen to enlarge or contract the frame. 5) Press OK button to confirm. The Max. Temperature, Low Temperature, and Average Temperature of frame (e.g. S1) displays S1 Max: XX  Min: XX    Avg: XX. 6) Repeat step 1) to 5) to set other frames. Note: At most three frames supported.
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  20 For Line Rule: Steps: 1) Choose    on the interface. 2) Press OK button to generate a default line. 3) Press the △,  ▽,  ▷, and  ◁  button to move the line up/down/left/right. 4) Drag points of the line on the touch-screen to extend or shorten the line. 5) Press OK button to confirm. The Max. Temperature, Low Temperature, and Average Temperature of line (e.g. L1) displays L1 Max: XX    Min: XX    Avg: XX. The real-time temperature trend chart will display.   Note: Only one line supported. Delete Rules: Step: Tap    and press OK to clear all temperature rules. Or tap   and choose the single rule you want to delete to delete it. 4.2 Network Configuration The handheld Thermography camera supports both Wi-Fi connection and WLAN hot spot. 4.2.1 Wi-Fi Settings Purpose: Connect the camera to Wi-Fi network, and you can control the camera via mobile client, etc. Steps: 1. Select the Local Settings ( ) from the main menu.
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  21 2. Go to Local Settings > Device Settings > Wi-Fi Settings. 3. Tap on    Connect to Wi-Fi to enable Wi-Fi, and the searched Wi-Fi will be listed below. 4. Select your Wi-Fi and enter password to show the keypad interface.   Note: Do NOT tap enter or space, or the password may be incorrect. 5. Tap Close to hide the keypad. 6. Tap OK to confirm.  4.2.2 WLAN Hot Spot Settings Purpose: Set the handheld Thermography camera as a Wi-Fi AP, and connect your phone to the Wi-Fi. You can set the parameters of the camera via client software. Steps: 1. Select the Local Settings ( ) from the main menu. 2. Go to Local Settings > Device Settings > Wi-Fi Hotspot Settings. 3. Tap on    Hot Spot to enable the WLAN hot spot function. 4. Tap Set Hot Spot to set the WLAN hot spot. The hot spot name and password display automatically. 5. Edit the hot spot name and password, show the keypad interface.   Note: Do NOT tap enter or space, and at least 8 characters, or the password may be incorrect. 6. Tap Close to hide the keypad.
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  22  Result: Connect your phone to the Wi-Fi. Refer to 4.6.4 Client Software. 4.2.3 Bluetooth settings Purpose: After pairing the handheld camera with bluetooth headsets successfully, you can record and hear the sound contained in the videos or images via bluetooth headsets Steps: 1. Select the Local Settings ( ) from the main menu. 2. Go to Local Settings > Device Settings > Bluetooth. 3. Tap on    Bluetooth to enable the bluetooth function. The handheld camera will search the nearby enabled bluetooth headsets and pair them automatically. Note: You can also press    or OK button to quit the pairing. 4. After pairing you can record and hear the sound via the headsets while recording and playing the video or image.  4.3 Storage Settings Insert memory card into the camera, and you can record videos, capture snapshots, and mark and save important data. Notes:   • Thermography camera does not support capturing or recording
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  23 when the menu is shown. • When the Thermography camera is connected to your PC, it does not support capturing or recording. • Go to Local Settings > Device Settings > Filename Header, you can set the filename header for capturing or recording to distinguish the files recorded in a specify scene. 4.3.1 Recording Settings Steps: 1. Select the Local Settings ( ) from the main menu. 2. Go to Local Settings > Camera Settings > Trigger Settings 3. Select the Record.   4. Press OK to confirm.   Note: You can set the Flashlight Setting ON/OFF if required. 5. Press    to exit the setting interface.   6. In the live view interface, pull the trigger to start recording. The recording icon and count down number display in the interface.  7. When you finish, pull the trigger again to stop recording. The recording video will be saved automatically and exit. Note: You can also press OK or    to stop recording.   8. Refer to 3.5 File Exporting to export the videos. Note: in the menu interface, you can pull the trigger to exit, and pull the trigger again to start recording.
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  24 4.3.2 Capturing Settings Steps: 1. Select the Local Settings ( ) from the main menu. 2. Go to Local Settings > Camera Settings > Trigger Settings 3. Select the Capture. 4. Press OK to confirm. Note: You can set the Flashlight Setting ON/OFF if required. 5. Press    to exit the setting interface.   6. In the live view interface, pull the trigger to capture snapshot.    7. The live view freezes and device displays the snapshot editing interface. 1) Set text remark or voice remark.   -  Tap    to add text remarks. Tap the screen to show the keypad interface, enter the comment and confirm. -  Tap    to add voice remarks. Hold the OK button to start recording and release the button to stop recording. 2) Add thermometry data. -  Tap    to add thermometry rules, refer to 4.1.2 Thermometry Rule Configuration for details.
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  25 3) Tap    or pull the trigger to save the snapshot. Note: You can also press    to quit the saving.   8. Refer to 3.5 File Exporting to export the snapshots. Note: in the menu interface, you can pull the trigger to exit, and pull the trigger again to capture snapshot. 4.3.3 View recorded files   Steps:  1. Select the Files ( ) from the main menu. 2. Press the △,  ▽,  ▷, and ◁ button to select the video or , capture snapshot.   3. Press OK to confirm. Note:    When you are viewing the videos or capture snapshots, you can switch the file by tapping    or  .  When you are viewing the capture snapshots, You can tap    to play the sound.  For more information contained in capture snapshots or videos, you can install the thermography client to analyze them. You can get the thermography client software from the disk packed in box.  4.4 Image Configuration Set the image temperature difference and temperature range of the scene. 4.4.1 Temperature Difference/Range Purpose: Set a temperature section and the palette only works for targets within the temperature section. You can adjust the temperature range and set the temperature difference.   Steps:
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  26 1. Select the Temperature Difference/Range Settings ( ) from the main menu.  2. Select Auto ( ) adjustment or Manual ( ). For Auto Adjustment: 1) Select Auto ( ). 2) Press OK to confirm. The device adjusts temperature difference and temperature range parameters automatically. For Manual Adjustment: 1) Select Manual ( ). 2) Press OK to confirm. The color-temperature bar displays. 3) Press  ▷  to enlarge the temperature section range (e.g. temperature range changes from 20° C - 40° C to 19° C - 41° C), or press  ◁  to narrow the temperature range. 4) Press △ to move the temperature section higher (e.g. temperature range changes from 20° C - 40° C to 30° C - 50° C), or press  ▽  to lower the temperature section. 3. Press    to exit the setting interface.
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  27 4.4.2 Palettes Settings Purpose: The palettes allow you to select the desired colors. white hot, black hot, fusion, rainbow, ironbow, red hot, and dark blue are selectable. Steps: 1. Select the Palettes Settings ( ) from the main menu.  2. Tap on the icons to select a palette type.  White Hot: The hot part is light-colored in view.  Black Hot: The hot part is black-colored in view.  Rainbow The  target  displays  multiple  colors,  it’s suitable  for  scene  without  obvious temperature difference.  Ironbow, The target is colored as heated iron.  Red Hot: The hot part is red-colored in view.  Fusion The  hot  part  is  yellow-colored  and  the cold part is purple-colored in view.  Rain The hot part in the image are colored, and the else is blue. 3. Press    to exit the setting interface.
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  28 4.4.3 Thermal/Optical Configuration Purpose: You can set the thermal/optical view of the device. Thermal, Fusion, PIP, Optical are selectable. Steps: 1. Select the Thermal/Optical Settings ( ) from the main menu.    2. Tap on the icons to select a view mode.  Thermal In  thermal  mode,  the  device  displays  the thermal view.  Combined In combined mode, the device displays the combined  view  of  thermal  channel  and optical channel.  PIP Mode In PIP (Picture in Picture) mode, the device displays  thermal  view  inside  the  optical view.  Optical In  optical  mode,  the  device  displays  the optical view. 3. Press    to exit the setting interface.  4.5 Alarm Configuration Before you start: Go to Palettes Settings ( ) to set the palette. Purpose:
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  29 Set the alarm rules and the device will alarm when the temperature triggers the rule. Steps: 1. Go to Palettes Settings ( ) from the main menu.  2. Tap on the icons to select an alarm rule type. 3. (Optional) Press the △ and  ▽  to select between upper limit and lower limit. 4. Press the  ◁  and  ▷  to adjust the rule temperature.  Above Alarm Set  the  alarm temperature, and the  device alarms  when  target  temperature  is  higher than rule temperature.  Below Alarm Set  the  alarm temperature,  and the device alarms  when  target  temperature  is  lower than rule temperature.  Interval Alarm Set  the  alarm  temperature  section  (e.g., 90°C - 150°C), when target temperature is within the section (e.g., 100°C), the device alarms.    Insulation Alarm Set  the  alarm  temperature  section  (e.g., 90°C - 120°C), when target temperature is without the section (e.g., 70 °C or 125°C), the device alarms. 5. Press    to exit the setting interface. Note: Go to Local Settings > Image Settings >Audible Warning, Tap on    to enable audible warning. The device will sound When alarm is triggered.
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  30 4.6 Other Configurations You can set the digital zoom, control the LED indicator and laser, and control the device via client software. 4.6.1 Digital Zoom Purpose: Digital zoom in the view, and you can view the target or scene in larger size. Step: In the live view interface, press the  ▽  button to adjust the digital zoom to 1×, 2×, or 4×.    4.6.2 LED Light Supplement Go to Local Settings > Device Settings >Light Supplement, Tap on   to enable LED light, or press the △ button in the live view interface to enable/disable the LED light.   4.6.3 Laser Settings In the live view interface, hold the    button to enable/disable the laser light.  Warning:  The laser radiation emitted from the device can cause eye injuries, burning of skin or inflammable substances. Before enabling the Light Supplement function, make sure no human or inflammable substances are in front of the laser lens.  4.6.4 Client Software  Task 1. Connect the Camera to Wi-Fi Purpose:
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  31 Connect the camera to Wi-Fi network, and you can control the camera via mobile client, etc. Steps: 1. Connect your device to Wi-Fi network, refer to 4.2.1 Wi-Fi Settings. 2. Download and install the iVMS-4500 client software to your phone. 3. Launch the app. 4. Follow the startup wizard to create, and register an account. 5. Add the handheld Thermography camera to online devices. Result: View the live view, capture snapshots, and record videos via the client.  Task 2. Set the Camera as Wi-Fi AP Purpose: Set the camera as a Wi-Fi AP, and connect your phone to the Wi-Fi. You can set the parameters of the camera via client software. Steps: 1. Set your device as Wi-Fi hot spot, refer to 4.2.2 WLAN Hot Spot Settings. 2. Download and install the iVMS-4500 client software to your phone. 3. Launch the app. 4. Follow the startup wizard to create, and register an account. 5. Connect your phone to the WLAN Hot Spot of the camera. 6. Select Wi-Fi configuration in the software, enter the serial number of camera to add the device. Refer to the manual of client software for details   Result: View the live view, capture snapshots, and record videos via the client.
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  32 5 System Settings In the system settings interface, you can set the display brightness, CVBS output, device initialization parameters, and view the device information. 5.1 Unit Settings Go to Local Settings ( ) > Device Settings > Unit Settings   For Temperature Unit: Set the temperature unit as Degree Celsius (°C)/Degree Fahrenheit (°F)/Degree Kelvin (K). For Distance Unit: Set the distance unit as Meter (m)/Feet (‘). 5.2 Display Settings Go to Local Settings ( ) > Device Settings > Display Brightness   For Screen Brightness: Set the screen brightness as Low/Medium/High. Go to Local Settings ( ) > Image Settings > Display Settings   For Status Icons: Enable/disable the statue icons display. For Time: Enable/disable the date and time display. For Parameters: Enable/disable the parameters display. Parameters means the material emissivity and the temperature unit.
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  33 Go to Local Settings ( ) > Image Settings > CVBS Output For CVBS Output: Enable/disable the CVBS output. Note: Connect the camera to external CVBS display unit before you enable the CVBS Output function. 5.3 Auto Power-off Duration Settings Go to Local Settings ( ) > Device Settings > Auto Power-off Duration Settings to set the automatic shutdown time for device as required.    5.4 Device Initialization Go to Local Settings ( ) > Device Settings > Device Initialize to initialize the device and restore default settings of Measurement Tool, Device Storage, and Restore Default Settings (Restore all parameters).    5.5 Device Information Go to Local Settings ( ) > Device Information to view the device information: Model, Version No., FPGA Version No., Serial No., IP address and so on.
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  34 6 Appendix 6.1 Common Material Emissivity Reference Material Emissivity Human Skin   0.98 PCB 0.91 Cement Concrete 0.95 Ceramics 0.92 Rubber 0.95 Paint 0.93 Wood 0.85 Asphalt 0.96 Brick 0.95 Sand 0.90 Soil   0.92 Cotton 0.98 Cardboard 0.90 White Paper 0.90 Water 0.96
 Handheld Thermography Camera ·  User Manual  35 6.2 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Q:  The charge indicator flashes red. A:  Examine the items below.   1. Examine whether the device is charged with the standard power adapter. 2. Plug and unplug the battery once. 3. Make sure the charging temperature is above 0°C (32°F). Q:  Device image is fuzzy. A:  Refer to 0   Focus Lens to adjust the focus knob clockwise or anticlockwise. Q: Wi-Fi is not found. A:  Examine whether the Wi-Fi function is turned on. If not, refer to 4.2.1 Wi-Fi to turn on Wi-Fi. Q:  Capturing or recording fails. A:  Examine the items below: 1. Whether the device is connected to your PC and disabled the capturing and recording. 2. Whether the storage space is full. 3. Whether the device is low-battery. Q:  The PC cannot identify the camera. A:  Examine whether the device is connected to your PC with standard USB cable.
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