FLIR ThermaCAM PM575, Operator'S Manual

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[ 2 — Introduction ]
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2 Introduction
2.1 System overview
The ThermaCAM™ PM575/595 infrared condition monitoring system consists of
an IR-camera with a built-in 24° lens, a removable battery pack and a range of
accessories. The IR-camera measures and images the emitted infrared radiation
from an object. The fact that radiation is a function of object surface temperature
makes it possible for the camera to calculate and display this temperature.
The ThermaCAM™ PM575/595 camera is dust- and splash-proof and shock- and
vibration-tested for use in the most demanding field conditions. It is a handheld,
truly portable camera, which is lightweight and operates for more than 1.5 hours
on one battery pack. A high-resolution colour image is provided in real-time either
in the integral viewfinder or on an external monitor.
The camera is very easy to use and is operated by using a few buttons which are
conveniently placed on the camera, allowing fingertip control of major functions. A
built-in menu system also gives easy access to an advanced, simple-to-use cam-
era software for increased functionality.
To document the object under inspection it is possible to capture and store
images onto a removable PC-card. It is also possible to store, together with every
image, voice comments and/or text comments, including information such as the
object’s ID data, field conditions etc. This is achieved by making use of the head-
set connected to the camera.
The images can be analysed either in the field by using the real-time measurement
functions built into the camera, or in a PC by using the
AGEMA ™ Report soft-
ware.
The PC-card is moved from the camera to the PC. In the PC the images cannot
only be viewed and analysed, but the voice comment can also be played back.
AGEMA ™ Report makes it very easy to create complete survey reports (contain-
ing numerous IR images, photos, tables etc.) from the inspections.
2.2 Unpacking and assembly
On receipt of your ThermaCAM™ PM575/595 remove each component from the
carrying case and inspect them all against the delivery note.