Introduzione
Thank you for choosing the UNI-T UTI260A Thermal Imager. This manual provides detailed instructions for the safe and correct use of your device. Please read it thoroughly before operation and keep it in an easily accessible place for future reference.
The UTI260A is a professional thermal imager designed for various applications, including repairs, floor heating pipe testing, circuit board inspection, transmission pipeline inspection, and car engine inspection. It features a 256x192 pixel IR resolution, a wide temperature measurement range, and robust construction with IP65 rating and 2-meter drop proofing.
Istruzzioni di sicurità
To ensure accurate and safe operation, please adhere to the following guidelines:
- Leghjite attentamente l'istruzzioni prima di utilizà u pruduttu.
- Do not use the product in flammable, explosive, steamy, wet, or corrosive environments.
- Stop using the product if it is damaged, dropped, or modified, as this may lead to inaccurate measurement results.
- When the LED light is on, please do not point it at the eyes of people or animals.
- Use the correct emissivity to obtain accurate temperature readouts.
- Warm up the product for 20 minutes before measuring if it has not been used for a long time.
- Avoid taking measurements during or immediately after charging, as the internal temperature rise can lead to inaccurate readings.
- Wait for readings to stabilize if they are fluctuating.
Product Overview
The UNI-T UTI260A is a handheld thermal imager with a 2.8-inch TFT LCD display. Key components and features are illustrated below:
Image: Labeled diagram of the UTI260A Thermal Imager showing its components.
Componenti principali:
- C superioreasing
- Bassa casing
- Interfaccia USB Type-C
- slot per carta SD
- Copertura di l'interfaccia
- Foru di montaggio di u tripode
- torcia
- Lente di càmera infrarossa
- Trigger
- LCD
- buttone Up
- Pulsante di putenza
- buttone di torcia
- U buttone manca
- Buttone falà
- buttone dritta
- Image viewbuttone ing
- buttone di ritornu
- buttone SET
Specificazioni
The following table details the technical specifications of the UTI260A Thermal Imager:
Image: Detailed technical specifications of the UTI260A.
| Parametru | Specificazione |
|---|---|
| Mudellu | UTI260A |
| Sensore | Oxidu di vanadiu micca rinfriscatu |
| Gamma | -20°C~400°C (-4°F~752°F) |
| Emissività | 0.95 (default) 0.01 ~ 1.00 |
| Accuratezza | Range: -10°C~400°C, ±2°C/±2% (whichever is greater) |
| Tempu di risposta | <500 ms |
| Risoluzione IR | 256*192 (49152) |
| Dimensione pixel | 12μm |
| Palettes | Iron, Rainbow, White Hot, Red Hot, Black Hot, Lava, Rainbow HC |
| Larghezza di banda spettrale infrarossa | 8 ~ 14 µm |
| Campu di view (FOV) | 56 ° * 42.2 ° |
| Campu istantaneu di view (IFOV) | 3.8 mrad |
| Sensibilità termale | <50mK @25°C |
| Frequenza di quadru | <25 Hz |
| Display di temperatura | Center point temperature, high/low temperature tracking (default), ROI |
| Format d'imaghjini | BMP |
| Puntu di misurazione di a temperatura | In più di u puntu centru, 3 punti ponu esse aghjuntu |
| Software di analisi per PC | ✓ (real-time image, photo download and analysis) |
| A cumunicazione di dati | USB Type-C |
| Dimensione di u produttu | 236 mm * 75.5 mm * 86 mm |
| Mostra | LCD TFT di 2.8" |
| Risoluzione di visualizazione | 320 * 240 |
| Batteria | 5000mAh (18Wh) |
| Spegnimentu automaticu | 5 minutes/10 minutes/30 minutes (default)/Off |
| Tempu di funziunamentu | 7-9 ore |
| Tempu di carica | <5 ore |
| Carica voltage/current | 5V/2A |
| Almacenamiento d'imaghjini | carta Micro SD |
| Temperature di almacenamiento | -20°C~60°C (-4°F~140°F) |
| Temperature di funziunamentu | -10 ° C ~ 50 ° C (14 ° F ~ 122 ° F) |
| Umidità operativa | 10%~95%Rh (non-condensing) |
| Classificazione IP | IP54 |
| A prova di caduta | 2m |
| Certificati | CE FCC |
| Accessori | Manuale d'utilizatore, cavu USB Type-C, carta TF 32GB |
Istituisci
1. Charging the Battery
The device is powered by a 5000mAh (18Wh) fixed Li-ion battery. Before first use, or if the battery is low, charge the device using the provided Type-C USB cable.
- Connect the Type-C USB cable to the device's USB Type-C interface (3).
- Connect the other end of the cable to a safety-certified 5V/1A or 5V/2A power adapter.
- Charging time is typically less than 5 hours.
- Nota: Do not turn off the product during charging. If shutdown or restart is needed, unplug the Type-C power cord and disconnect the power supply first.
Image: The thermal imager connected to a power source via Type-C USB for charging.
2. Inserimentu di a carta SD
The UTI260A supports a Micro SD card (TF card) for image storage. A 32GB TF card is included with the accessories.
- Locate the SD card slot (4) on the device, usually protected by an interface cover (5).
- Carefully insert the Micro SD card into the slot until it clicks into place.
- Nota: To avoid affecting operating speed or causing abnormal data, regularly copy backup data and clean up the SD card. Do not insert or remove the SD card repeatedly.
3. Powering On / Off
- Per accende: Long press the Power button (12) for 3 seconds.
- Per spegne: Long press the Power button (12) for 3 seconds.
- Nota: If the product has not been used for a long time or the measurement environment has changed, turn it on and leave it for 20 minutes before measuring to ensure accuracy. Powering off takes 5 to 6 seconds; avoid repeated power cycles.
Istruzzioni di funziunamentu
1. Misurazione di basa
In the main interface, the device displays real-time thermal images. You can adjust measurement parameters via the menu.
- Press u SET buttone per apre u menu principale.
- Aduprà u Manca / Destra buttons to select "Measurement".
- Press SET to open its submenu.
- Aduprà u Up / Down buttons to select options like "Center spot", "Hi/Lo spot", or "ROI" (Region of Interest).
- Press u Ritorna button to go back to the previous interface.
2. Point Temperature Measurement
The device allows adding up to three specific temperature measurement points.
- From the main menu, select "Point temperature".
- Press SET per apre u sottumenu.
- Aduprà Up / Down to select a point (e.g., Point 1, Point 2, Point 3).
- Press SET to add the point to the main interface.
- Aduprà Manca / Destra / Su / Bas buttons to move the point, then press SET to confirm its position. The temperature of the point will be displayed.
- Press SET again to close the point.
- Press Ritorna per esce.
Image: Examples of Focus Area (ROI) and three temperature measurement points on the display.
3. Palette Selection
Choose from 7 color palettes to visualize thermal images.
- From the main menu, select "Palette".
- Press SET per apre u sottumenu.
- Aduprà Up / Down to select a desired palette (e.g., White Hot, Black Hot, Red Hot, Iron Bow, Lava, Rainbow, Rainbow HC).
- Press SET to apply the selected palette.
- Press Ritorna per esce.
Image: Visual representation of different color palettes available on the UTI260A.
4. Temperature Unit and Scale
Configure the temperature unit and measurement scale.
- From the main menu, select "Settings", then navigate to "Temperature unit" or "Temperature scale".
- For "Temperature unit", select °C or °F and press SET per cunfirmà.
- For "Temperature scale", select "Low gain" (-15°C~150°C) or "High gain" (150°C~550°C) and press SET per cunfirmà.
- Nota: Switching between low and high gain may take 30-40 seconds.
Image: Screenshots showing options for language and temperature unit/scale selection.
5. Allarme di temperatura alta/bassa
Set alarms for temperatures exceeding defined thresholds.
- From the main menu, select "Settings", then navigate to "HI/LO Alert".
- Select "On" or "Off" for HI (high) or LO (low) alert.
- Press SET to set the alert value. Use Up / Down per aghjustà u valore.
- Press Ritorna per esce.
- When enabled, the LED light will flash if the temperature exceeds the set range.
Image: Display showing high and low temperature alarm settings and the LED light flashing as an alarm.
6. Cattura d'imagine è Viewing
- To Capture an Image: Press u Trigger (9) button. Use Manca / Destra to choose "Save" or "Not Save", then press SET per cunfirmà o Ritorna to cancel. In auto-save mode, images are saved automatically to the SD card.
- À View Images: Press u Image viewing (17) button. Use Su / Bas / Manca / Destra to select an image, then press SET à view lu. Press SET torna à view image information and delete images.
- Nota: Images can only be saved if an SD card is inserted. Do not remove or insert the SD card when saving or viewing imagine.
7. Funziunamentu di a torcia
- Press longu u buttone di torcia (13) for 3 seconds to turn the flashlight on or off.
- The flashlight also functions as an alarm indicator, flashing when the HI/LO alert is triggered.
8. PC Software Functionality
The UTI260A supports PC software for image analysis and real-time projection.
- Installazione di u software: Download and install the UTI-Live Screen software and real-time image projection upper computer software. Refer to the Software User Manual (available on the official Uni-Trend website) for detailed instructions.
- Modalità U Disk:
- From the main menu, select "Settings", then "USB mode", and choose "USB disk".
- Connect the device to your PC using the Type-C USB cable.
- In U disk mode, you can browse pictures, analyze image data, and generate/export PDF analysis reports.
- USB Camera Mode (Real-time Projection):
- From the main menu, select "Settings", then "USB mode", and choose "USB camera".
- Connect the device to your PC using the Type-C USB cable.
- Use the image projection host computer software to achieve real-time image projection.
- Nota: Do not unplug the USB cable during image projection. Close the PC software before unplugging the USB cable.
Image: Screenshots illustrating PC software functions for U disk mode (infrared image analysis, PDF report generation) and USB camera mode (real-time projection).
9. Spegnimentu automaticu
Configure the device to automatically power off after a period of inactivity to save battery.
- From the main menu, select "Settings", then "Auto power off".
- Choose from 5 minutes, 10 minutes, 30 minutes (default), or Off.
- Press SET per cunfirmà.
10. Mustrà Luminosità
Ajustà a luminosità di u schermu per una qualità ottimale viewing in diverse cundizioni d'illuminazione.
- From the main menu, select "Settings", then "Display brightness".
- Choose from Low, Medium, or High.
- Press SET per cunfirmà.
11. Language and Date/Time Settings
Customize the device's language and set the correct date and time.
- From the main menu, select "Settings", then "Language" or "Date and Time".
- For "Language", select English or Chinese and press SET.
- For "Date and Time", select the desired format (e.g., 24H/12H) and adjust year/month/day/hour/minute using Up / Down i buttoni. Press SET per salvà.
12. Montaggio di un tripode
The device includes a 1/4-inch tripod mounting hole for stable, hands-free operation.
- Locate the tripod mounting hole (6) at the bottom of the device.
- Attach the thermal imager to a standard tripod using a 1/4-inch screw adapter.
Image: The UTI260A thermal imager mounted on a tripod, highlighting the tripod screw hole.
Mantenimentu
- Pulizia: Use a wet cloth or weak soap solution to clean the outer shell of the device. Do not use abrasives, isopropyl alcohol, or solvents to clean the outer shell, lens, or windows.
- Gestione Card SD: Regularly copy backup data from the SD card to a computer and clean up the card to maintain optimal operating speed and prevent data corruption. The number of saved images should not exceed 1000.
- Conservazione: Store the device within the specified storage temperature range of -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F).
Compensazione di temperatura è calibrazione
The device supports temperature compensation to adapt to different environments. Manual calibration can also be performed to improve measurement stability. Refer to the "Measurements" section (8.9 in the full manual) for specific settings. Press the Return button in the main interface to calibrate.
Risoluzione di prublemi
- Letture inaccurate:
- Ensure the correct emissivity is set for the target material. Refer to the "Common Emissivity" table below.
- Allow the device to warm up for 20 minutes if it hasn't been used for a long time.
- Avoid taking measurements immediately after charging.
- Wait for readings to stabilize if they are fluctuating.
- U dispositivu ùn si accende micca:
- Check battery level and ensure it is sufficiently charged.
- Assicuratevi chì u buttone di accensione sia premutu è tenutu premutu per 3 secondi.
- Imagine micca salvate:
- Verify that an SD card is properly inserted into the device.
- Check if the SD card is full; if so, transfer images to a PC and format the card.
Tavula di Emissività Cumuna
Using the correct emissivity setting is crucial for accurate temperature measurements. Adjust the emissivity value (0.01-1.00) based on the material being measured.
| Materiale | Emissività | Materiale | Emissività |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legnu | 0.85 | Carta nera | 0.86 |
| Acqua | 0.96 | Policarbonate | 0.8 |
| Brick | 0.75 | Béton | 0.97 |
| Inossidabile | 0.14 | Oxidu di cobre | 0.78 |
| Tape | 0.96 | ghisa | 0.81 |
| Piastra d'aluminiu | 0.09 | Ruggine | 0.8 |
| Piastra di rame | 0.06 | Gesso | 0.75 |
| Alluminiu neru | 0.95 | Pittura | 0.9 |
| A pelle umana | 0.98 | Gomma | 0.95 |
| Asfaltu | 0.96 | Terra | 0.93 |
| PVC | 0.93 |
Cunsiglii per l'Usuariu
- For quick inspections, utilize the "Center spot" measurement mode.
- When analyzing complex thermal patterns, use the "ROI" (Region of Interest) and add up to three "Point temperature" markers for detailed analysis.
- Experiment with different "Color palettes" to highlight specific temperature variations relevant to your application. "Iron" and "Rainbow" are often good general-purpose palettes, while "White Hot" and "Black Hot" can be useful for high contrast.
- Always ensure your SD card has sufficient free space before starting a new inspection session to avoid losing data.
- For long-duration monitoring or detailed analysis, connect the imager to a PC in "USB camera mode" for real-time projection or "U disk mode" to generate comprehensive reports.
- The "Three-proof design" (dustproof, waterproof, drop-resistant) makes this device suitable for harsh environments.
Image: The UTI260A demonstrating its dustproof, waterproof, and drop-resistant capabilities.
Scenari d'applicazione
The UTI260A is versatile and can be used in various professional settings:
- Motor Detection: Identify overheating in motors and mechanical components.
- Power Distribution Cabinet Inspection: Detect hot spots and potential failures in electrical systems.
- Car Engine Inspection: Diagnose engine issues by observing thermal signatures.
- Circuit Board Inspection: Pinpoint faulty components on PCBs.
- Transmission Pipeline Inspection: Locate leaks or blockages in pipelines.
Imagine: Visual examples of the UTI260A being used for motor detection, power distribution cabinet inspection, and car engine inspection.
Garanzia è Supportu
Garanzia Limitata è Responsabilità
Uni-Trend guarantees that the product is free from any defect in material and workmanship within one year from the purchase date. This warranty does not cover damages caused by accident, negligence, misuse, modification, contamination, and improper handling. The dealer is not authorized to provide any other warranty on behalf of Uni-Trend.
If you require warranty service within the warranty period, please contact your seller directly. This warranty is the only compensation you can obtain. Uni-Trend will not be responsible for any special, indirect, incidental, or subsequent damage or loss caused by any reason or speculation. Some areas or countries do not allow limitations on implied warranties and incidental or subsequent damage, so the above limitation of liability and stipulation may not apply to you.
Risorse supplementari
A comprehensive user manual in PDF format is available for download. This manual contains more detailed information on advanced features and troubleshooting.
Scaricà u manuale in PDF: UNI-T UTI260A Professional Thermal Imager User Manual (PDF)
