FLIR X6530sc Series, User Manual

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Operation
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7.1 Filter wheel
The FLIR X6530sc includes a four-slot filter wheel. Each slot can hold a 1 in. (2.5 cm) di-
ameter filter with a thickness of up to 2.5 mm. An identification system has been imple-
mented so that the camera recognizes the inserted slot and automatically adjusts the
measurement configuration.
7.1.1 Removing an optical filter holder
Note
• This operation is undertaken close to the detector window. Take extreme care not to
touch or scratch the detector window. Contact FLIR service if you require assistance
with this operation.
• The detector is a very sensitive sensor. It must not be directed toward strong light, e.
g., sunlight. It is better to remove filters with the camera turned on, as the detector,
when cooled, is less sensitive to visible light.
• A filter holder tool is provided with the camera.
• Do not touch the filter surface when you install the filter. If this happens, clean the filter
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Follow the procedure below to remove a filter holder from the camera filter wheel:
1. Select the measurement configuration range corresponding to the filter to be used.
This places the filter in front of the detector, allowing access to it.
2. If there is no measurement configuration range corresponding to the filter, switch off
the camera and manually rotate the wheel to place the filter to be removed in front of
the detector.
3. Gently insert the two pins of the filter holder tool into the corresponding holes.
4. Rotate the filter holder counterclockwise to release the holder from the wheel.
5. Gently remove the holder from the camera, and store it in its case.
7.1.2 Installing an optical filter holder
Note
• This operation is undertaken close to the detector window. Take extreme care not to
touch or scratch the detector window. Contact FLIR service if you require assistance
with this operation.
• The detector is a very sensitive sensor. It must not be directed toward strong light, e.
g., sunlight. It is best to remove filters with the camera turned on, as the detector,
when cooled, is less sensitive to visible light.
• A filter holder tool is provided with the camera.
• Do not touch the filter surface when you install the filter. If this happens, clean the filter
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Follow the procedure below to install a filter holder in the camera filter wheel:
1. Select the measurement configuration range using the filter to be used. The corre-
sponding filter slot is placed in front of the detector allowing access to it.
2. If there is no measurement configuration range corresponding to the filter, switch off
the camera and manually rotate the wheel to place the appropriate filter slot in front
of the detector.
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