Omega-engineering OMEGASCOPE OS533 User Manual Page 1

OS531, OS532, OS53x-CF, OS533, OS534, OS530L, OS530HROS523, OS524 OMEGASCOPE®Handheld Infrared ThermometerShown withBuilt-in Laser SightingTMomega.com

1-3General Description1FeaturesOS530L OS530HR OS530L-CF OS533-CF OS534-CFAccuracy* ±1% rdg 3°F (1.7 °C) ±1% rdg ±1% rdg ±1% rdgRange -18 to 538°C -30

General Description11-4Distance to Spot Size RatioOS523-1 30:1OS523-2 60:1OS523-3 68:1** OS523 provides three field of views:Features OS523**OS524Accu

1.2 Parts of the Thermometer1.2.1 Front of the ThermometerFigure 1-1. OS530/OS520 Series Handheld Infrared Thermometer Front ViewThe display is sho

General Description11-6Figure 1-2. Displayand Keypad ViewTable 1-2. Display DetailsKey Description➀Display Mode displays one of the following:TC (Th

1-7General Description11.2.2 Rear of the ThermometerFigure 1-3 shows the various jacks that are used to connect arecorder or the ac adapter to the th

General Description11-8Notes

2-1Using the Handheld Infrared Thermometer22.1 How to Power the Thermometer2.1.1 Battery OperationInvert the thermometer and install 4 fresh AA size

Using the Handheld Infrared Thermometer22-22.2 Operating the Thermometer1a. (Without the Laser Sighting) -Aim the thermometer at the target to be mea

Figure 2-4. Field of View OS531, OS532, OS530LFigure 2-5 Field of View OS533, OS530HR2-3Using the Handheld Infrared Thermometer2SPOT DIA. * (IN)SPO

Using the Handheld Infrared Thermometer22-4Figure 2-6 Field of View OS534, OS523-1Figure 2-7 Field of View OS53x-CF.45"11.53"SPOT DIA.* (

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2-5Using the Handheld Infrared Thermometer2Figure 2-8 Field of View OS523-2Figure 2-9 Field of View OS523-32.9"0.9"@ 01.9"22mm @ 01.2

Using the Handheld Infrared Thermometer22-6Figure 2-10 Field of View OS5243. The target temperature and emissivity are displayed on the LCD.Determine

2.2.1 Measurement TechniquesYou can use the IR Thermometer to collect temperature data in anyone of five different ways:• Spot Measurement — Measures

Using the Handheld Infrared Thermometer22-8Figure 2-11 Recorder Hookup• Moving Surface Scan - Measures the Temperature of Points on aMoving Surface:1

2-9Using the Handheld Infrared Thermometer22.3 Real Time Mode (Active Operation)Definition: Real Time Mode is the active operational mode ofthe ther

Table 2-1. Functional Flow Chart when the Trigger is Pulled (Real Time Mode)DISPLAYMODE:Press to...Go to Go to Go to Go to Go to Go to orGo to Go to

Figure 2-13. Visual Function Flow ChartLCKLALATCPRNHALMODE MODEDISPLAY DISPLAY☞☞☞☞☞☞☞☞☞☞☞LCK LCK LCK LCK LCK LCK LCK LCK LCK LCK (Model OS533)LCK (Mo

2.3.1 Adjusting EmissivityRefer to Appendices B and C for information on emissivity.1. Determine the emissivity of the target.2. Aim at the target an

2.3.3 Calculating Temperature ValuesThe thermometer calculates the MAX, MIN, dIF, and AVGtemperatures based on the current temperature.To clear the “

2.3.6 Thermocouple Input (OS532, OS533, OS534)The thermometer accepts thermocouple input. It displaysthermocouple temperature and the target temperat

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2.3.7 Using the Alarm FunctionsThe thermometer provides audible and visible alarmindications.• To set the high alarm value:1. Pull the trigger. Then

NOTE°FLALUsing the Handheld Infrared Thermometer22-16• To set the low alarm value: (OS533, OS534, OS523,OS524):1. Pull the trigger. Then press and hol

2.3.8 Using Ambient Target Temperature Compensation (OS533, OS534, OS523, OS524)Use the Ambient Target Temperature Compensation(AMB) Display Mode whe

°FPRNNOTE°FATCNOTEUsing the Handheld Infrared Thermometer22-188. Press and hold the key until the Emissivity DisplayMode (E) appears.9. Change the em

Figure 2-14. Serial Printer Hookup3. Pull the trigger and press the key to lock the trigger. The icon will appear on the display.4. Press and hold

°FPRN°FPRNUsing the Handheld Infrared Thermometer22-207. After all data is taken, press the key again andthe. icon disappears.8. Press and hold the

How to Install IR_TEMPSOFTPlease follow this installation procedure to installIR_TEMPSOFT:1. Place the supplied CD disk into your CD-ROM drive.Make ce

Using the Handheld Infrared Thermometer22-22program please contact technical support at OmegaEngineering Inc.Connecting the IR-System to the PCMake ce

2-23Using the Handheld Infrared Thermometer2waiting for the thermometer to transmit data through yourRS-232 port. 4. Begin transmitting data from the

Using the Handheld Infrared Thermometer22-242.3.11 Storing the Temperature Data on Command(OS534, OS523, OS524)The thermometer can store up to 100 te

iUnpacking InstructionsNOTERemove the Packing List and verify that you have received all equipment, includingthe following (quantities in parentheses)

2-25Using the Handheld Infrared Thermometer22.3.12 Erasing the Temperature Data from MemoryThe user can erase all 100 temperature data points inmemor

2.4 Recall Mode (Passive Operation)Definition: Recall Mode is the passive operational mode ofthe thermometer. In this mode, you may review the mostr

Table 2-2. Functional Flow Chart (Recall Mode)DISPLAYMODE:Press to...Go to Go to Go to Go to Go to Go to orGo to Go to orGo to Go to Press to...Print

2.4.1 Reviewing the Last ParametersThe thermometer stores the last temperature measured inthe real time mode (refer to Table 2-1). This temperatureca

°FPRN2-29Using the Handheld Infrared Thermometer23. To download stored temperature data points from thethermometer, first make certain that it is not

2.6.3 Reviewing Previously Stored Temperature Data (OS534, OS523, OS524)You can review all 100 stored temperature values on thethermometer display us

3-1Laser Sighting33.1 Warnings and CautionsYou may receive harmful laser radiation exposure if you do not adhere to the warnings listed below:• USE O

Laser Sighting33-23.2 DescriptionThe Laser Sighting is built into the thermometer. It provides a visualindication of the field of view of the thermom

3-3Laser Sighting33.3 Operating the Laser Sighting1. Set the laser power switch to the ON position as shown in Figure 3-2.2. Aim at the target and pu

The Laser Sighting turns on only when used with thethermometer. The module does not turn on by itself.The line of sight of the thermometer does not c

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4-14.1 Sighting ScopeThe Sighting scope is an accessory for the thermometer. It provides a visual indication of the target being measured. Aiming at

Sighting Scope44-2Pair of Mounting ClampsLine of sight ofthe sighting scopeLine of sight ofthe thermometer1 11/16 (42.8 mm)Figure 4-1. Installing the

5-1Maintenance55.1 Replacing the BatteriesWhen you change the batteries, all of the set parameters (i.e. emissivity, high alarm, low alarm, Target Amb

5Maintenance5.2 Cleaning the LensAlthough all lenses are quite durable, take care to prevent scratchingwhen cleaning them. To clean the lens:1. Blow o

Troubleshooting Guide6THERMOMETERProblem SolutionThe thermometer does 1a. Properly install fresh batteries.not turn on (No Display)1b. If operating

Troubleshooting Guide66-2Problem SolutionThe thermometer is Remove and reinstall the batteries or“locked up” (the disconnect and reconnect the ac dis

6-3Troubleshooting Guide6Problem SolutionIf you see an error code, either“ERR1”, “ERR2”, or “ERR3”, recordthe code and call our CustomerService Depart

Troubleshooting Guide61. The line of sight and the center of the target are offset by design.(refer to Figure 3-4 and the explanation above it for how

Specifications7(Specifications are for all models except where noted)THERMOMETERMeasuring: OS530HR, -22°F to 250°F (-30°C to 121°C)Temperature OS531:

Specifications77-2Average Temperature Accuracy Time Period (under continuous operation): 111⁄2 daysEmissivity: 0.10 to 1.00 in 0.01 increments, set vi

TABLE OFCONTENTSPageUnpacking Instructions iChapter 1 General Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11.1 Introduction

7-3Specifications7Analog Output Accuracy: ±2mV reference to temperature displayPower: 4 AA size 1.5 volt batteries (lithium or alkaline)Battery TypesA

Specifications77-4LASER SIGHTINGWavelength (Color): 630-670 nanometers (red)Operating Distance:Laser Dot 2 to 40 ft.Laser Circle 2 to 15 ft.Max. Outpu

Glossary of Key Strokes88-1Key(s) Key(s) Functions• Selects one of the following DisplayModes:E , MAX, MIN, dIF, AVG, TC, HAL, LAL,AMB, PRN or MEM.• L

Glossary of Key Strokes88-2Notes

A-1Appendix: How Infrared Thermometry WorksAThermal RadiationHeat is transferred from all objects via radiation in the form ofelectromagnetic waves o

Appendix: How Infrared Thermometry WorksAA-2BlackbodyWhen thermal radiation falls on an object, part of the energy istransmitted through the object,

A-3Appendix: How Infrared Thermometry WorksAWien’s Displacement Law describes the exact mathematicalrelationship between the temperature of a blackbo

Appendix: How Infrared Thermometry WorksAA-4Optics Field of ViewAccurate measurement of temperature via infrared means dependsstrongly on the size of

B-1Appendix: Emissivity ValuesBTable B-1 provides guidelines for estimating the emissivity of variouscommon materials. Actual emissivity, especially

Appendix: Emissivity ValuesBB-2NONMETALSMaterial Emissivity (ε)Asbestos Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ivAppendix A How Infrared Thermometry Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1Appendix B Emissivity Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C-1Appendix: Determining an Unknown EmissivityCIn Appendix A, we showed how emissivity is an importantparameter in calculating the temperature of an

Appendix: Determining an Unknown EmissivityCC-2Method 31. Use this method to measure objects at temperatures below 500°F(260°C).2. Place a large piec

C-3Appendix - Determining an Unknown EmissivityCMethod 41. Paint a sample of the object material with flat black lacquer paint.2. Set the emissivity t

Appendix: Determining an Unknown EmissivityCC-4Notes

I-1IndexIAac Adapter Input Jack ... 1-6Active Operation ... 2-8Aiming Sight “V Groove” ... 1-4Alarms ...

IndexII-2FField of View: Diagrams ... 2-3, 2-4Positions ... 2-2Fixed Point Monitoring overTime Measur

I-3IndexIMMain Display ... 1-4Modes:Real Time ... 2-8Recall ... 2-23, 2-25Mo

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1-1General Description11.1 IntroductionThe OS530/OS520 series Handheld Infrared (IR) Thermometersprovide non-contact temperature measurements up to 4

General Description11-2The thermometer is easy to use:• Units have standard “V” groove aiming sights.• Integral tripod mount permits hands-free operat