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FLIR MR176 USER MANUAL                                                                              Document Identifier: MR176-en-GB_AB 

3.

 

Introduction 

 

Thank you for selecting the FLIR MR176 Imaging Moisture Meter. The MR176 integrates high 
quality thermal imaging technology with the best in class moisture detection and measurement. 
The MR176 includes an integrated non-invasive pinless moisture sensor, an external pin moisture 
probe (MR02), and a replaceable temperature and relative humidity sensor (MR01) that provides 
dew point, vapor pressure, and mixing ratio readings in addition to air temperature and relative 
humidity. 

Featuring Infrared Guided Measurement (IGM

TM

) technology, the MR176 helps to quickly scan and 

target moisture issues; visually guiding the user to the spot where measurements can be 
confidently made and where readings can be easily analyzed. The MR176 can save measurements 
and images for later transfer to a PC; reports can be generated with FLIR Tools PC software. Please 
see 

www.flir.com/test

 for additional accessories available for this device.  This device is shipped 

fully tested and calibrated and, with proper use, will provide years of reliable service. 

Please register the FLIR MR176 within 60 days of purchase for extended warranty at the following 
location: 

www.flir.com/testwarranty

 

 

3.1 Key Features 

 

 

FLIR Lepton® microbolometer Focal Plane Array (FPA) with integrated shutter delivers best in 
class thermal imaging 

 

Quickly scan for moisture using the integrated non-invasive pinless moisture sensor  

 

External pin probe (included) for resistive moisture content measurements 

 

Ambient air temperature and relative humidity readings from field replaceable sensor 

 

IGM Custom mode allows user to select which measurements (Moisture and Psychrometrics) 
are displayed with the IR thermal image 

 

IGM Moisture mode displays both the thermal image and moisture readings on one screen 

 

Psychrometrics mode shows ambient air temperature, relative humidity (RH%), dew point, 
mixing ratio, and vapor pressure all on one screen 

 

Moisture mode shows Pin or Pinless moisture readings with large digits and color bargraph 

 

Scale Lock adds precision to thermal image scanning 

 

Capture, view, & delete thermal images and measurements 

 

Nine (9) material group selections for pin‐based readings 

 

Programmable high moisture alarm with audible and color visual alerts 

 

Laser pointer and display crosshairs for targeting of anomalies found on thermal image 

 

Easy to read, color display with intuitive graphical interface and tool tips in local languages 

 

File management, image review, & report generation with free FLIR Tools PC software via USB 

 

Internal rechargeable battery with USB based international charger 

 
 

Register for Extended Warranty: www.Flir.com/testwarranty 

Содержание MR176

Страница 1: ...USER MANUAL FLIR MODEL MR176 IMAGING MOISTURE METER PLUS with IGMTM...

Страница 2: ...4 3 Menu Map and Overview 9 5 OPERATION 10 5 1 Powering the Meter 10 5 1 1 Auto Power OFF APO 10 5 2 Moisture Measurements 10 5 2 1 Moisture Measurement Overview 10 5 2 2 Moisture Displays Overview 1...

Страница 3: ...2 6 2 Battery Charging 22 6 2 1 Disposal of Electronic Waste 22 6 3 Updating the MR176 firmware 23 7 SPECIFICATIONS 24 8 TECHNICAL SUPPORT 26 9 MATERIAL GROUPS 27 9 1 Common Names of Timbers BS888 589...

Страница 4: ...n only and are the property of their respective owners 1 2 Quality Assurance The Quality Management System under which these products are developed and manufactured has been certified in accordance wi...

Страница 5: ...and and follow all instructions dangers warnings cautions and notes FLIR Systems reserves the right to discontinue models parts or accessories and other items or to change specifications at any time w...

Страница 6: ...3 1 Key Features FLIR Lepton microbolometer Focal Plane Array FPA with integrated shutter delivers best in class thermal imaging Quickly scan for moisture using the integrated non invasive pinless mo...

Страница 7: ...apture button 4 Four 4 Navigation buttons ring 5 Select button center 6 Back button 7 Laser Pointer Crosshairs button 8 Power button 9 USB External Probe jack and charge LED 10 Laser pointer lens back...

Страница 8: ...tails Back button Press to back up or return from a menu screen Press to activate laser pointer crosshairs in thermal imaging modes Press to power the meter ON Press and hold to power the meter OFF Pr...

Страница 9: ...Auto Power OFF Temperature units Date Time Help contact screen and Meter Information screen Icons 6 through 9 in Fig 4 2 are available in the Moisture Mode Menu Press icon 3 to view these Moisture mod...

Страница 10: ...or by connecting an external probe A standard external pin probe is included which connects to the MR176 via the jack at the bottom of the meter Other external probes are available please visit www fl...

Страница 11: ...buttons to scroll to the desired mode press Select again to confirm 1 Relative icon and reference value 2 Alarm icon and Alarm Threshold value 3 Mode icon pinless mode selected 4 Moisture reading 5 La...

Страница 12: ...2 IGM Custom mode 3 IGM Moisture mode 3 Psychrometrics mode 4 or Moisture only mode 4 Each mode is described below 1 Image mode icon in the Main Menu 2 IR Thermal Image mode only In the IR mode the m...

Страница 13: ...a Material wood group that best matches the material under test This applies only for external pin based probe use Use the navigation buttons to scroll through the group list and use the Select button...

Страница 14: ...2 Connect the external pin probe to the meter s EXT jack on the bottom of the meter under the protective flap Refer to the FLIR website for information on available external pin moisture probe types 3...

Страница 15: ...isture content the measurement line will show 40 50 10 40 As implied this mode is useful for comparing wet areas to a dry area reference 4 To remove the reference value and exit the mode Remove the me...

Страница 16: ...ser pointer the display crosshairs also switch on for additional targeting flexibility Refer to Fig 5 6 Note that the laser is carefully aimed to align with the crosshairs for easier identifying and t...

Страница 17: ...en two colors might increase from 1 to 10 In this case the user may choose to lock the scale with only the cold or medium temperature object in the frame This would cause the hot object to saturate bu...

Страница 18: ...to computer or other compatible device using the MR176 USB port bottom of meter under flap and supplied USB cable 5 6 Progressive Environmental Stability Indicator The Progressive Environmental Stabil...

Страница 19: ...r are visible Fig 5 9 a 3 While continuing to hold the Capture button aim the laser at the measurement spot 4 Release the Capture button The image will freeze but the moisture reading will flash and c...

Страница 20: ...OFF when the meter is alarming press the Select button and then select SETTINGS from the Main Menu 5 9 SETTINGS Menu Access the SETTINGS menu by pressing the Select button and choosing the Settings ic...

Страница 21: ...able options 1 5 20 minutes or OFF Navigate to another Settings option or press the back button to exit the Settings menu The next items are located on the 2nd page of the Settings menu use the naviga...

Страница 22: ...ted on the bottom of the meter under the protective flap next to the EXT Probe jack 4 While the meter is charging a blue LED bottom of meter under protective flap indicates that charging is successful...

Страница 23: ...loads tab select Software and then select Instrument Firmware Test and Measurement from the drop down menu 3 Select MR176 from the second drop down menu 4 Select and download the updated firmware 5 Tu...

Страница 24: ...Weight 323g 11 4 oz Drop test 3 meter Certification standards EN61326 EMC EN60825 1 Class 2 Laser Agency approvals CE FCC Class B RCM Included accessories MR01 replaceable Temperature and RH Sensor MR...

Страница 25: ...real world accuracy depends on a variety of factors For more information refer to ASTM D4444 section 6 Accuracy spec applies to pin probe moisture measurements taken on wood whose temperature is 20 C...

Страница 26: ...Support Website http support flir com Technical support Email TMSupport flir com Service Repair Support Email Repair flir com Support Telephone number 1 855 499 3662 option 3 toll free Firmware Updat...

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Страница 32: ...of ten 10 years from the Purchase Date Any Product that is repaired or replaced under warranty is covered under this 2 10 Limited Warranty for one hundred eighty days 180 days from the date of return...

Страница 33: ...roduct as a non warranty return FLIR shall not be responsible for any data images or other information that may be stored on the returned Product which was not included in the Product at the time of p...

Страница 34: ...te http support flir com Technical Support Email TMSupport flir com Service and Repair Email Repair flir com Customer Support Telephone 1 855 499 3662 option 3 toll free Firmware Updates To check for...

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