RayTek ThermoView Ti30 user manual Introduction

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Introduction

The Raytek ThermoView• Ti30 imager is a state-of-the-art, lightweight, gun-grip style thermal imaging unit that lets you obtain instant and accurate thermal images and radiometric readings at a remote distance from your target. Ergonomically designed for either left or right-handed use, the ThermoView imager captures thermal images and data with a simple click of the trigger. The unit can store up to 100 images that can then be downloaded to your personal computer where the images can be stored, evaluated further or added to reports and presentations.

The ThermoView’s docking station allows effortless connection to a host computer, and offers rapid data downloading and uploading. The docking station also automatically recharges the (rechargeable) batteries when the unit is not in use.

The companion software application, InsideIR•, included with the imager lets you display, examine, and analyze your images and data to discover qualitative and quantitative trends associated with the target. InsideIR software allows you to define maintenance databases based on your specific equipment condition, monitoring, and asset management needs.

The ThermoView imager contains 100 image storage locations that can also be predefined with unique equipment data and parameters. Notes and comments can also be included for the technician performing the given maintenance routine. Maintenance reports and follow-up actions can be created quickly and accurately using information carried over from image files. Reports can be easily printed or sent electronically.

Using the ThermoView imager’s structured database, maintenance professionals can ensure consistent, repeatable measurements over time. They can efficiently and accurately communicate with co-workers, management, equipment manufacturers, and service providers by incorporating thermal images in emails and reports. In addition, customers can easily create permanent inspection records indicating temperature behavior before and after repairs, and monitor thermal trends over long periods.

We are confident the ThermoView Ti30 imager is both an easy-to-use, yet powerful, thermal imaging tool on the market today. We know you will find it a valuable and indispensable tool for your workplace and for your professional growth.

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Contents User’s Manual ThermoView Ti30Contents Qualitative and Quantitative Temperature Measurements Appendix B Infrared Theory Q&A Glossary Warranty Information Customer Service Contact Information Introduction Netd Quick Specifications TableUnpacking Your New Imager First, the Batteries Removing the Battery PackBattery Packs Normal Charge Cycle Charging the Rechargeable Battery PackDocking Station LED Indicators Attaching the Wrist Strap Getting StartedDisplaying Images Turning the Unit OnInformation Screen Normal Mode Keypad Settings and ControlsThermoView Imager Settings Switches icons not shown Laser On/Off Toggle Button ThermoView Imager Settings SwitchesLaser Aperture and Optical Channel JapaneseCentigrade/Fahrenheit Toggle Button LCD Backlight Illumination SwitchPalette Switch Measurement Mode SwitchLevel point Gain and Level ThumbwheelsFocus Wheel Automatic Semi AutomaticLocation of the Focus Wheel TriggerMain Loop Man Machine Interface Flow ChartsImage Recording Procedure Emissivity Adjustment Procedure July 1 Version Recording an Image Quick Image Fix Procedure Array Recalibration ProcedureRetrieving an Image Retrieve ModeDownloading and Looking at Images Installing the SoftwareHooking Up the Docking Station Connecting the Docking Station to Your ComputerConnecting the USB Connector to the USB Port InsideIR Main Screen at Program Launch Sync button Downloading ImagesDownload Data Screen Saving ImagesContents of Images Folder Setting the Imager ClockJuly 1 Version Looking at Your Downloaded Images Field USB PortViewing Thumbnail Images Viewing a Single Image Obtaining the Best Image Importance of FocusingSelecting the Color Palette Selecting the Measurement ModeLevelGain Min Level  Gain Max Level  Gain Tip Distance to Target Spot Ratio Qualitative and Quantitative Temperature MeasurementsField-of-View Optical DiagramDS ratio D / S = Environmental Conditions Ambient TemperaturesEmissivity Reflected Temperature CompensationReflected Temperature Compensation File Management Organizing Your DataUploading Data to Your ThermoView Ti30 Imager Uploading Data to the ImagerEditing Data Before Upload RTC OFF Single Image Screen Analyzing Your DataScale Limits Sample Image at Original Scale Limits Isotherms Sample Image at Original Isotherm SettingAdditional Image Analysis Tools Temperature Table TabProfile Tab Temperature TableProfile Tab Histogram TabNew Folder Menu BarCelsius ThermoView Imager InfoExit FahrenheitHistogram Export Temperature TableExport Image Create ReportTile Horizontal Copy Profile ChartContents CascadeThermographic Report Reporting Your FindingsAppendix a Technical Reference Imager Accuracy ChartTypical Emissivity Values Imager Reading Error vs Source DSAluminum Unoxidized Ni-Cu Gob Appendix B Infrared Theory Q&A Why use noncontact infrared thermometers?How does IR work? Emissivity How to assure accurate temperature measurement?Field-of-view Distance to spot ratioWhat are the most popular applications? How to take temperature measurement?Glossary Calibration Source Background TemperatureBlackbody CalibrationFar Field Display ResolutionDrift EMI/RFI NoiseGray Body Focus Point or DistanceFull Scale Full Scale AccuracyMinimum spot size LaserLoop Micron or µmPyroelectric Detector Optical ResolutionNon-Gray Body Optical PyrometerRepeatability Reflected Temperature CompensationResolution Relative HumiditySpectral Response Storage Temperature RangeTemperature Temperature Coefficient or Ambient DeratingTransfer Standard Temperature ResolutionThermal Shock Time Constant
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