ID Flir , add seems to say 2 different units ? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: KD0CAC John
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: August 25, 2021, 02:24:50 pm
content: I found a local sale , add says Flir E4 , but also says FLIR-E6390 ?Been holding off , shouldn't buy , problem is a have a serious TOOLS JONES , would be used as a retirement hobby , part time work , electronics testing , insulation testing - heat / cold .Followed this thread from a long time ago , but have not for some time , so checking to confirm what is being sold and benefits / differences between either ?Took a closer look , above screen does have E4 , so assuming again the text of the add saying FLIR-E6390 is something else / wrong ?Thanks

author: Fraser
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 25, 2021, 04:28:00 pm
content: E6390 is part of the FLIR E4 SKU and identifies the version of E4https://www.pass-thermal.co.uk/flir-e4-wi-fi-thermal-imaging-camera-9hz?gclid=CjwKCAjw1JeJBhB9EiwAV612y5nTTR20dXtNlmJQ97-sBq_My98GscmVZbohr5ToOIwXzNOjSSlE5hoC0JQQAvD_BwEFraser

author: KD0CAC John
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: August 25, 2021, 05:11:54 pm
content: A newer version , is this still upgradable / hacked ?Can't really afford , but the price seems too good to not break into some savings .Also is this still the better starter for general use - check building insulation & electrical hotspots ?Thanks

author: Fraser
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 25, 2021, 05:29:24 pm
content: It is all to be found here…….https://www.eevblog.com/forum/thermal-imaging/flir-e4-wifi-resolution-and-menu-hack-thread/

author: KD0CAC John
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: August 26, 2021, 06:17:42 pm
content: I am working the deal over the phone at this time , how do I tell him to get the rest of the ser.#I would guess by turning on and ?

author: KD0CAC John
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: August 27, 2021, 02:33:16 pm
content: Finally got a picture of unit running , to check if upgradable ?Then I read somewhere that I can have someone do the upgrade remotely , anyone here doing that and how much ?My TOOL JONES is really itching

author: KD0CAC John
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: August 27, 2021, 10:41:50 pm
content: Hoping to find out about being able to upgrade before tomorrow 11am here central time , going to meet to look at in person .Would like to know to be able to make the deal / buy , or keep looking ?Next is I am not computer savvy enough to be sure not to brick , so looking for someone to do a remote upgrade [ I thought I've read it can be done remotely ?I've seen some say on here that some do it for free [ that would be nice , but I would be happy to pay something ] , I have seen while shopping , some on ebay doing the service for a fee .I am guessing picture of the screen above is enough info to tell if it can be upgraded ?Thanks

author: KD0CAC John
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: August 28, 2021, 08:38:11 pm
content: Ok bought , seems like new , they used once supposedly for a roof leak in a classic car place .Has the 4 ac outlet adapters , but no powersupply , or CD , does have USB cable & hard case .

author: Fraser
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 28, 2021, 09:23:07 pm
content: Most 5V USB power supplies will work with the E4. The original is 5V / 2A rated.All documentation and FLIR Tools software may be downloaded from FLIR.

author: KD0CAC John
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: August 28, 2021, 10:34:16 pm
content: Do you know anyone that would " remotely " upgrade ?

author: Fraser
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 28, 2021, 10:45:28 pm
content: To carrying out the upgrade “remotely” you would need to connect your PC to the E4 camera and provide a ‘stranger’ with full remote access to your PC via the internet. This is not a path that I can recommend unless you operate a sacrificial PC that is rebuilt after the remote operation. You should never give someone full rights remote access to your computer if you do not know and trust them. No other computers should be on the network and I would change any router passwords after the remote session as well.The eBay offers to upgrade your camera are, in my opinion, high risk and expensive for what is required.I strongly suggest you read the E4 upgrade process that Bud has produced and consider doing the upgrade yourself. Bud has made the task reasonably friendlyFraser

author: KD0CAC John
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: August 29, 2021, 12:21:53 am
content: I do have a PC that is basically empty of personal info , and agree to some extent , just thought some one here with a reputation may be around ?I have such a high percentage of screwing up anything like using computer language / terms etc. that I would hate to brick the unit .I've read comments here about some doing for free and vary negative comments about the over charging on ebay .Personally I like the free-market [ not the free part ] but that paying a fair price for a service is a good thing , not that I would turn down a free offer , but I would expect to pay .I have seen $130 , $150 & $200 adds on ebay and that seems like way too much , but again the free-market in this case is when both parties agree , is a good thing .Thanks for all the efforts you do here .How would I go about finding Bud , looked at a page or so of the thermal pages for thread starter , and did not see a name Bud , yet ?Just found the Bud referred to , posting here incase someone else is looking ,https://www.eevblog.com/forum/thermal-imaging/flir-e4-wifi-resolution-and-menu-hack-thread/msg1336326/#msg1336326