576Precision Infrared Thermometer Users ManualMarch 2005© 2005 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved.All product names are trademarks of their respe
576Using the CameraIn addition to the thermometer functionality the Model 576 comes with a digital built-in camera to documentate the measured places.
11576signals: “Flash has charged”. The flash willnow fire automatically.7. For the next measurement, repeat points 5 and 6.8. Once you have taken all
12576Make sure that the target is larger than the unit’s spot size. The smaller the target, the closer you should be to it.Field of View
13576STANDARD MODELOptical Chart30001201.00024SPOT DIA. (IN)SPOT DIA. (mm)DISTANCE: SENSOR TO OBJECT (mm)DISTANCE: SENSOR TO OBJECT (IN)FOCUS POINT D:
14576Emissivity - ExplanationReflected energyEmitted energyTransmitted energyEMISSIVITYTargetThe amount of infraredenergy radiated by anobject depends
576EmissivityTochoose the emissivity of a mate-ial, press EMISS.The display shows a materialname, an emissivity value, and thecalculated temperature v
16576Emissivity - Unknown ValueToadjust the unit’s emissivity value for a material with unknown emissivity, plug in theprobe.Pull the unit’s trigger.
17576Emissivity Table (Selected Values)Aluminum* 0.30Asbesto 0.95Asphalt 0.95Basalt 0.70Brass* 0.50Brick 0.90Carbon 0.85Ceramic 0.95Concrete 0.95Coppe
18576IMPORTANT! Before you install the software you must connect the unit with the PC to confi gure the USB interface.Proceed as follows:Connect the u
19576For the software installation follow the information on the screen.Start the software with a double-click on the IRGraph icon on the desktop.The
2576LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITYThis Fluke product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of
576DisplayThe last ten measurements areshown in the bar graph on theunit’s display. Auto Range of thebar graph is automatically definedbythe measured
21576DataPress Data once to activate the logmode of the thermometer and thecamera. With the appropriate log-ger file configuration, you can storetempe
22576SetupHigh alarm (HiAl) generates an audible and visual(flashing LED and laser) alarm ifthe temperature is above the setpoint.Low alarm (LoAl) gen
23576This function is used with a selectedemissivity to add or subtract an offsetlue (±10°C/±18°F) to the temperatureThe OFFSET feature allows thetemp
24576Mode Toactivate the MAX mode, pressMODE until the MAX symbolappears . The measured maximumtemperature is displayed as longas the trigger is pulle
25576...MIN, DIF, AVG,Toactivate the MIN mode, pressMODE until the MIN symbolappears. The measured minimumtemperature is displayed as longas the trigg
26576Mode - Thermocouple SettingsLockC/FAuto/AllLaserflashLtd. AccessSet DefaultBacklightBuzzerTC-J/TC-KNTC/TCTime/DatePhotoflashONOpen the battery
27576DIP SwitchesSome functions of the unit be changed by usingthe DIP switches. These switches are located inthe Battery compartement of the unit.Loc
28576TroubleshootingSymptomDisplay Code Problem ActionCamera cannot Driver installation Open send photos failed Harware Manager on to the PC the P
29576SymptomDisplay Code Problem ActionPhoto quality Light is insufficient for photo Use Photoflash diminished with without flash always on (Dip sw
3576 WarningA Warning identifies conditions and actions that pose ha-zards to the user. To avoid electrical shock or personal injury, follow t
30576MaintenanceLens Cleaning:Blow off loose particles using clean compressedair. Brush remaining de-bris away with a camel’s hair brush.Wipe the surf
31576This instrument conforms to the followingstandards:EMC: - EN 61326-1:1997+A1:1998+A2:2001Safety: - EN 61010-1:2001 - EN 60825-1:2001This produ
32576SpecificationsTemp. Range - 30 to 900°C (- 25 to 1600°F)Display Resolution 0.1°C (0.2°F)Accuracy (Infrared)at 25°C (77°F) ambient temperature± 0.7
33576Specifications of the CameraMaximum Picture Number640x480 Pixels (VGA)26Maximum Picture Number320x240 Pixels (1/4 VGA)100Recharge Time for Flash a
4576Table of ContentsIntroduction ... 5Symbols and Safety Markings ...
576The Fluke Model 576 Infrared Thermometer (the thermometer) is for non-contact temperature measurement. This thermometer determines an object‘s surf
6576Symbol Explanation Risk of danger. Important information. See Manual. Risk of danger. Important information. See Manual. Risk
7576Laser Warning and Serial Number Labels
8576 • The unit • Getting Started • Two AA batteries • Manual on CD • Thermocouple type K probe • Windows-based software on CD • USB cab
9576Batteries and MeasurementTo open the battery compartment, press gently on the top part ofthe handleto releasethe catch and pivot thegrip as shown
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