USER GUIDE FLIR TG165 Imaging IR Thermometer
Table of Contents 1 Disclaimer ........................................................................................................................... 4 1.1 Copyright ............................................................................................................................................ 4 1.2 Quality Assurance ............................................................................................................................... 4 1.3 Documentation ............................
7.3 UP and DOWN NAVIGATION ARROW BUTTONS ............................................................................ 14 7.4 TRIGGER BUTTON ............................................................................................................................. 14 8 Operation ......................................................................................................................... 15 8.1 Switch ON the TG165..................................................................................
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2 Safety 2.1 International Safety Symbols This symbol, adjacent to another symbol or terminal, indicates the user must refer to the manual for further information. 2.2 Cautions o o o o o 5 Improper use can damage the meter. Please read and understand all of the information provided in this User Guide and other included documentation before use. Use extreme caution when the laser pointers are on. Do not point the beam toward anyone's eye or allow the beam to strike the eye from a reflective surface.
3 Quick Start Guide 3.1 Basic Steps The TG165 is intuitive and easy to use; here are the basic steps (covered in more detail later in this Guide): 1. Press and hold the Power button for > 2 seconds to power ON. The FLIR logo startup screen will appear followed by the thermal image display. If the battery requires recharging, refer to Section 3.2 below. 2. Point the TG165 toward the area or object of interest and view the thermal image.
3.4 Control Buttons and Trigger Become familiar with the operation of the control buttons and trigger as described below: POWER/BACK BUTTON Press and hold > 2 seconds to cycle the meter power ON or OFF; Short press to exit a menu screen. Also used to discard an image immediately after capturing an image (an ‘X’ will appear on the display above the button for 5 seconds when this option is available).
4 Introduction Thank you for your purchase of the FLIR TG165 Imaging IR Thermometer. The TG165 is a unique IR Thermometer that blends Thermal Imaging capability with traditional IR Thermometer functionality. The TG165 purchase includes a wrist strap lanyard, micro SD memory card, universal AC adaptor/charger, and Quick Start guide. Other accessories are available at www.flir.com/test. This device is shipped fully tested and calibrated and, with proper use, will provide years of reliable service.
4.3 IR Thermometer Distance‐To‐Spot Ratio (24:1) Basics The TG165 Distance‐to‐Spot ratio (D:S) is 24:1. From a distance of 24” the TG165 measures the average temperature of a spot 1” in diameter. From a distance of 48” the spot diameter is 2” and from a distance of 72” the spot diameter is 3”. The temperature is shown at the top left of the TG165 display. Thermometer Lens In Fig 4‐1, the lens’ field of view is represented by the green dotted lines emanating from the thermometer lens.
4.4 IR Imager Field of View Fig 4‐2 shows a top view where the two dashed lines (1) represent the left and right (horizontal) boundaries of the IR Image field of view (38.6o). Fig 4‐3 shows a side view where the dashed lines (1) represent the top and bottom (vertical) boundaries of the IR image field of view (50o). It is important to note that the IR Image is squared (as opposed to round, as in the case of the IR thermometer spot).
5 Descriptions Fig 5‐1 Rear View Fig 5‐2 Front View 5.1 Rear Description 1. TFT Color display 2. POWER‐BACK button 5 1 3. MENU‐OK button 6 6 4. UP‐DOWN arrow buttons 3 2 4 7 8 5.2 Front Description 5. IR Imaging Lens 6. Dual Laser Pointers 7. IR Thermometer lens 8. Trigger 9. Lanyard access 9 5.3 Top Description 10 10. Compartment for Micro USB port and Micro SD card slot Fig 5‐3 Top View 5.4 Bottom Description 11 11. Tripod Mount 12.
5.5 Display Icon and Indicator Descriptions Icon Description Icon Description Settings Menu icon Gray scale palette menu selection Calibration date icon Hot iron palette menu selection Firmware revision icon Matte finish (emissivity preset 0.95) LASER pointers ON icon Semi‐matte finish (emissivity preset 0.80) SD memory card detected Semi‐gloss finish (emissivity preset 0.60) SD card delete (erase) icon Gloss finish (emissivity menu preset 0.
6 Powering the TG165 6.1 Battery Power Press and hold for > 2 seconds to switch the TG165 ON or OFF. The TG165 is powered by a 3.7V Li‐ion rechargeable battery. The Battery status icon, located on the upper right hand corner of the display, shows full white when 100% powered. The white center of the battery icon decreases as the battery power diminishes. The battery status icon appears empty when the battery requires a recharge.
7 Button and Trigger Control The TG165 has four (4) control buttons located directly below the display, in addition to the trigger. Hint: Use the thumb for button control and the index finger for the trigger control. 7.1 POWER/BACK BUTTON Press and hold: Cycle meter power ON‐OFF Short press: Exit a mode or discard an image (when an ‘x’ appears on the display above the button) 7.
8 Operation 8.1 Switch ON the TG165 Press and hold for > 2 seconds to switch the TG165 ON. If the unit is sufficiently charged, the meter will display the FLIR logo start‐up screen as shown below in Fig 8‐1. After the startup period, the TG165 will show a real time IR thermal image along with an IR Temperature reading (in text above the thermal image). If the meter does not switch ON, please refer to Section 6 Powering the TG165, for information regarding battery charging.
8.2 Capture/Save Images using the SD Card The TG165 can store thousands of images on a Micro SD memory card. When connected to a PC via the supplied USB cable, the Micro SD card functions as any external storage drive. To store images, a compatible Micro SD card must be inserted in the Micro SD card slot at the top of the meter (under the protective flap). When a compatible Micro SD card is properly inserted in the TG165 the memory card icon will appear at the top right of the TG165 display.
9 Settings Menu 9.1 Settings Menu Overview The Settings Menu allows the user to configure the TG165 in a variety of ways. Refer to the Table (Fig 9‐1) below for a list of options. Menu settings changed by the user remain saved each time the TG165 is powered OFF and ON. Fig 9‐1 Settings Menu Items Icon Description Image review and delete mode (see Section 9.3) Color (Hot Iron) palette selection Black & White palette selection Toggle using the button Emissivity setting (see Section 9.
9.2 Basic Navigation and Editing Press to enter the Settings Menu (see Fig 9‐2). Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the displayed menu items and pages (not all of the menu items can be seen on one page). The current option will be highlighted. Press to open a menu item or to toggle an option (items that can be toggled using the button are: color palette, laser pointer ON/OFF, Temperature Units C/F, and Crosshairs ON/OFF). Each menu item is detailed in the following sections.
9.3 Image Review and Delete All (SD Card Erase) To review or delete all images stored on the SD memory card: to access the Settings Menu 1. Press 2. Scroll to the SD card 3. Press icon. to open the menu item and two icons will be shown: The Image Review icon (top) and the SD Card Erase icon (bottom) as shown in Fig 9‐3. 4.
9.4 Color Palette Selection The TG165 supports two color palettes, Grayscale and Hot‐Iron. The default palette is Hot‐Iron. 1. Press 2. Use the to access the Settings Menu and use the arrows to scroll to the COLOR PALETTE button to toggle Grayscale icon. selections. and Hot‐Iron 3. When selection is complete, use the arrow buttons to scroll to another menu item. 9.5 Emissivity Selection The emissivity is adjustable in 0.01 steps from 0.01 to 0.99; the default value is 0.95.
9.6 Laser Pointer Toggle ON/OFF 1. Press 2. Use the to access the Settings Menu and use the arrow buttons to scroll to the Laser Pointer icon. button to toggle the laser pointer ON/OFF. 3. The Laser pointers are used to frame the the IR Thermometer measurement ‘spot’. See Section 4.3. 4. When selection is complete, use the arrow buttons to scroll to another menu item or press to return to the normal operating mode. 9.7 Temperature Units oC/oF Toggle The TG165 displays temperatures in °C and °F units.
9.9 AUTO Power OFF (APO) Selection Select the period of time (from the last button‐press) that the meter will wait before automatically switching OFF. 1. Press to access the Settings Menu and use the arrow buttons to scroll to the APO 2. Press icon. to open the menu item. 3. Use the arrow keys to scroll to the desired APO time (OFF, 1 minute, 2 minutes, 5 minutes, and 10 minutes). See Fig 9‐8. 4. Press to save the setting and retun to the Settings Menu. Fig 9‐8 Selecting APO time 9.
9.11 Firmware Information and Calibration Date Viewing The firmware version and calibration date can be viewed (the TG165 supports in‐the‐field firmware updates; contact the local distributor or the FLIR technical support professionals for details). 1. Press 2. Press to access the Settings Menu and use the arrow buttons to scroll to the FIRMWARE icon. to open the menu item. 3. View the firmware revision and release date. 4. Press to retun to the main menu. 5.
10 Maintenance 10.1 Battery Service and Replacement If the battery will not hold a charge and requires replacement, please contact FLIR Systems for details on returning the unit for service. For instructions on charging the battery please refer to Section 6.2 Charging the Battery. 10.2 Calibration The TG165 is calibrated at the factory prior to shipment. If calibration is required please contact a local FLIR service center.
11 Specifications 11.1 General Specifications Display 2.0” Color TFT Display resolution 176 (W) x 220 (H) pixels Laser Pointers Dual diverging system (red); Pull Trigger to activate laser pointers Lasers frame the IR thermometer’s measurement spot Drop‐proof Designed for up to 2 meters Battery power Rechargeable 3.
11.2 IR Thermometer Specifications IR Temperature Measurement range ‐14°F to 716°F (‐25°C to 380°C) Over‐ and under‐ range indication OL IR Temperature Resolution 0.1°F (0.1°C) IR Temperature Accuracy ‐13° ~ +14°F (‐25° ~ ‐10°C): (±5.4°F (±3.0°C) +14° ~ +32°F (‐10° ~ 0°C): ±3.6°F (±2.0°C) +32° ~ +716°F (0° ~ +380°C): ±2.7°F (±1.5°C) or ±1.5% (whichever is greater) Distance to Spot (D:S) ratio 24:1 Field of view angle 0.
11.3 IR Thermal Imaging Specifications Detector type FLIR LeptonTM; Micro‐bolometer Focal Plane Array (FPA) IR Imaging resolution 60 x 80 pixels IR Imaging field of view 50o x 38.6o (vertical x horizontal) IR Imaging spectral response 8 to 14μm IR Image Capture Frequency 9Hz IR Image Presentation Programmable: Hot‐Iron (color) and Gray scale Shutter Integrated, automatic shutter Save image format Bitmap (.bmp) with temperature and emissivity 11.
12 Appendices 12.1 Emissivity Factors for Common Materials Material Emissivity Material Emissivity Asphalt 0.90 to 0.98 Cloth (black) 0.98 Concrete 0.94 Skin (human) 0.98 Cement 0.96 Leather 0.75 to 0.80 Sand 0.90 Charcoal (powder) 0.96 Soil 0.92 to 0.96 Lacquer 0.80 to 0.95 Water 0.92 to 0.96 Lacquer (matt) 0.97 Ice 0.96 to 0.98 Rubber (black) 0.94 Snow 0.83 Plastic 0.85 to 0.95 Glass 0.90 to 0.95 Timber 0.90 Ceramic 0.90 to 0.94 Paper 0.70 to 0.94 Marble 0.
This is why hot objects such as parts on an engines and exhaust pipes appear white, while the sky, puddles of water and other cold objects appear dark (or cool). Scenes with familiar objects will be easy to interpret with some experience. Infrared energy is part of a complete range of radiation called the electromagnetic spectrum. The electromagnetic spectrum includes gamma rays, X‐rays, ultraviolet, visible, infrared, microwaves (RADAR), and radio waves.
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