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Need Help trying to find Camera Type/Module of Doogee S98 Pro rugged phone? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Altair8800
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: July 30, 2023, 07:01:23 am
content: To anybody who has a Doogee S98 Pro phone I'm trying to find what Camera Type/Module from InfiRay it uses.I think the way to determine this is go to theInfiRay Appthen go to>>Menu>>Help&About>>Thermal ModuleAnd what does the PN Code give you in the S98 Pro?In the Doogee V20 Pro it gives... Tiny1_CxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxSo I'm pretty sure that it uses InfiRay's Tiny1-C Infrared camera module...Can anybody help?Thanks in advance.

author: Helio_Centra
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: July 30, 2023, 01:45:35 pm
content: It must have a newer version of the app, "About" and "Help" are two separate menu items. Neither have a "Thermal Module" heading."About" does have the serial number of the module. That might have a part code in it. "Help" just leads to a generic manual as a PDF.

author: Altair8800
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: July 31, 2023, 02:31:32 am
content: Thanks Helio_Centra,I might have a different version of the InfiRay APP. If I go to help&about it does not tell me the version of the APP software but goes to a User Manual listed as V2.1.1 (assume version 2xx).If I go to the InfiRay Android App, hold down on the icon, it displays (App Info). and if I select it does display way at the bottom version 2.1.15.2306160904.133 (assume that is a CCYYMMDD date stamp so 16 Jun 2023 and likely at 9:04AM) ...Note the V20Pro also have the very annoying issue of misalignment in MIX mode. Although you can adjust this in calibration mode the calibration is NOT saved, therefore in effect always misaligned.Thanks for the reply and trying.

author: gamerpaddy
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: July 31, 2023, 04:33:24 pm
content: IIIF150 Raptor here (counterpart to the Dooggy s98 pro)It has the Thermal Module section, in this case :Software version: 2.1.26.2305261512.2500 so apparently 26 of may but later revision than your younger version?!Firmware 3.14.01.08PN-Code Tiny1_C25603211XSWRXSN 2023054xxxxxi can try extract the APK (com.infisense.infiray) and send it to you if you want.theres also a programm called InfiRayDLP (com.infisense.infiraydlp version 1.2.12_2500) installed, must be a service or a lib. its not an app.

author: Helio_Centra
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: August 22, 2023, 11:18:50 pm
content: Quote from: Altair8800 on July 31, 2023, 02:31:32 amThe calibration only affects your vertical alignment in MIX mode. (while phone is held portrait)If you want to fix the horizontal alignment you just drag this slider:
Infray P2 Pro - 3D printed insert for SD card case - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: mikeselectricstuff
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 21, 2023, 03:07:31 pm
content: I originally bodged an insert to fit the P2 into this very nice JJC memory card case.I've now done a 3D printable soft TPU insert for this.You could probably do one in a hard plastic using flexure spring inserts for grip but I was already looking for something to try TPUThe case is very nice, far better than anything you could 3D print.Available herehttps://www.printables.com/model/532567-p2insert

author: Fraser
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 21, 2023, 04:42:13 pm
content: Excellent work. Thank you Mike.I have yet to try printing TPU but this will be on the list to do if I get into that material.Fraser

author: cynfab
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: July 22, 2023, 05:30:45 pm
content: Fraser, MikeThanks for the great reviews, teardown and discussion of the P2Pro. I got myself one and am very happy with it.I saw the great idea that Mike had regarding the JJC uSD card case, so I got one of those too. Unfortunately I really didn't like putting the cable inside on top of the P2Pro's window. I also didn't want to carve up the original foam inserts.After a few hours with OpenSCAD and several meters of PLA, I now have an insert the fits inside the JJC case after removing the uSD card inserts. A bit of isopropyl alcohol was used to help remove the inserts and seperate the two parts, cut away 1/4 of the result and glue it back into the top.Now the P2Pro, its Macro lens and a few USB C adapters all fit safely inside the case, the cable does not.Attached is the OpenSCAD source. Not pretty or elegant as some OpenSCAD projects tend to be,...ugly but effective...OpenSCAD:https://openscad.org/downloads.htmluSD card case:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B76BDXN8?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_detailsUSB C female to USB A male (USB 2 high speed only):https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07LF72431?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_detailsUSB C female to USB C male 180 degree:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09ZHFWZR9?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_detailsUSB C female to uUSB male:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GH5KJH2?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

author: Fraser
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 22, 2023, 07:41:48 pm
content: Cynfab,Nice work. Thank you for sharing.That little P2 Pro is certainly a useful little thermal cameraFraser
UTi690B Teardown - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Wi_Zeus
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: June 17, 2022, 01:46:49 pm
content: I recently purchased theUTi690Bthermal camera for 314€ and am quite amazed by it's performance.This model seems awfully similar to the UTi260B and some of the product images on banggood look like somebody has edited in the new product name over the old text...On the PCB there is some silkscreen spelling UTi260K - so there is certainly some common aspect to both models, as you would expect.But we all know Dave's motto, so I decided to take it apart (even though I had already turned it on)!I have attached some images to this post, including the specs of this model and the UTi260B.I have compiled all the images on my website:https://wizeus.de/teardown-of-the-uni-t-pro-uti690b-thermal-camera/.

author: Wi_Zeus
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: June 17, 2022, 01:51:35 pm
content: some more thermal images...the last one is captured by the visible light camera

author: Fraser
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 17, 2022, 02:43:07 pm
content: Wi-Zeus,Thanks for the teardown. You have confirmed my suspicions regarding which core is used in this cameraFor those who do not recognise it, the thermal imaging core is an Infrasys Tiny-1Bhttps://www.infiray.com/products/tiny1-b-micro-lwir-thermal-module.htmlFraser

author: AlexP.
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: July 10, 2022, 11:51:35 am
content: So does it differ from the UTi260B in the end?

author: keenox
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: August 31, 2022, 10:09:38 am
content: The board seems identical to my UTi260Bhttps://www.eevblog.com/forum/thermal-imaging/uni-t-uti260b/msg4389421/#msg4389421

author: siamak
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: July 15, 2023, 10:26:24 am
content: Do we need this level of teardown to replace the battery?

author: Veteran68
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: July 15, 2023, 01:17:23 pm
content: As I recall the 690B is just a white-labeled 260B exclusively for sale by Banggood. That’s why it doesn’t appear on Uni-T’s website. And when you Google for it you only see it for sale on Banggood, eBay, or a couple of small shops that are likely using Banggood as a wholesaler.
Diagnostic Instruments Spot Insight PCI Camera Software  - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: super7800
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: July 13, 2023, 02:57:27 pm
content: So not necessarily thermal imaging related, but definitely camera and vision related.I have 7 diagnostic instruments spot insight cameras, 6 PCI and one firewire camera. I have 3 PCI cards aswell. They are very nice cameras despite their age (they are just abit physically big). However, the base software to make them work again is 700$!! Honestly, id consider if i had a guarantee the cameras i have even work, which i don't. These cameras are early to mid 2000 era.https://webstore.diaginc.com/SPOT-5-2-Advanced-and-Basic-Software-License-p/wsn-spot52a.htmThis is probably a longshot, but does anyone know of software i can interface to these? Better yet anyone have a dongle they can clone or sell me? Or even just screenshots and/or personal experience of this version of the software to make sure its worth the investment? I'd hate to just have to get rid of perfectly good cameras just because of software issues. I think TWAIN may work with these?I'm planning on using them for my BGA rework station to inspect the BGA balls as they solder. These cameras seem a good fit for that.
Where to get cheap Flir Tau logic board/spare parts? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: hap2001
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: July 08, 2023, 02:15:30 pm
content: Hi.I got several working Tau sensors, and almost one complete Tau without the logic board, is it possible to get it somewhere for cheap, or even other Taus with dead sensor?Thanks.

author: ArsenioDev
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: July 09, 2023, 03:46:18 pm
content: The main issue will be the dead pixel maps, those are per-FPGA burned in at factory during acceptance testing.

author: hap2001
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: July 09, 2023, 11:57:47 pm
content: Thank you.But there is a section in Flir GUI that controls the bad pixel map, won't that help?

author: Logan
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: July 10, 2023, 01:42:50 pm
content: I think you may need to worry more about gain calibration.I tried cross-mating sensors with TAU boards, some of them have strange lines/pixels, others ONLY show strange patterns without usable picture.However you can calibrate by yourself.
Tinkering with an Ophir varifocal LWIR lens - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: ArsenioDev
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: July 08, 2023, 03:05:37 am
content: Recently made an acquisition of a proper varifocal zoom lens in support of a specific project, went out of my way and wallet to obtain a unit from Ophir as I know they're very supportive in sending documents, as soon as I had the secondhand purchase complete I sent over an email to their support line and by next day had a full communication ICD, electrical details and a STEP file.Watch this space for some tinkering with making it work on a bench.Specifically the Ophir SupIR 15-100mm, a fantastic match for my variety of cameras.
Flir T335 camera with losing RTC-data: worth opening?? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: PaulPVS
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: July 06, 2023, 11:56:21 am
content: Hi, I have a FLIR T335 camera (>10years old) working fine: only the date & time-data are lost every time I change batteries. So I expect a backup battery powering the RTC has become end of life.Is it easily replaceable in the T335?Should I take the risk of opening the T335 (although I'm an professional electronics engineer, opening such high-tech devices is always a risk), I'm planning of using the T335 in the future as it is a very decent camera and I also have the macro-lens. If I have to replace it by a new FLIR-version, it will cost a lot. i'm also waiting for a price offer from FLIR to resolve the RTC problem.Does someone has a service manual of the T335?Are there other 'sweet' ways to tackle the RTC-problem (renaming files and changing file-info afterwards must be possible)What do you advise?

author: Fraser
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 06, 2023, 12:28:07 pm
content: FLIR cameras are not difficult to work on and replacing the RTC battery is not a challenge for anyone with electronics knowledge. The most delicate part of the camera is the microbolometer/optical block assembly and on your camera that is a separately cased item. RTC battery change is a relatively low risk job if you just treat the camera gently and approach disassembly methodically. You will not find a service manual for FLIR cameras, or any other modern thermal cameras for that matter, in the public domain.FLIR tend to charge a fixed price for repairs, no matter what the fault(providing it is not the microbolometer or lens). Last time I checked it was $400 for minor work. The camera would have to go to a service centre and that involves risk of loss in transit and sometimes Customs paperwork if shipped across borders to outside the EU.Fraser
Low cost material for large window tranparent to both LWIR and visible light? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: hap2001
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: June 04, 2023, 06:39:42 am
content: ZnSe seems to be good except it cost to much for my desire.I want something like 50*40cm and still inexpensive. Any ideas?

author: mikeselectricstuff
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 04, 2023, 09:00:15 am
content: Polyethylene is probably about the best you'll get

author: CatalinaWOW
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 04, 2023, 10:27:02 am
content: Windows always have other needs than transparency. Simple salt (NaCl) meets the transparency requirement, but obviously fails in the presence of water. Polyethylene is good for transparency but can't stand much heat or abrasion and can suffer over time from dirt imbedded in the outside surface. Several other plastics do ok on transparency and are a bit better for abrasion and heat.What else do you need? Water resistance, mechanical etc? Are you imaging through the window, or just measuring radiation quantity?

author: hap2001
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: June 05, 2023, 12:06:21 am
content: Thank you all!Quote from: CatalinaWOW on June 04, 2023, 10:27:02 amI want it to actually replace one of the window glass in my house, so I can imaging through it without let insects in.

author: CatalinaWOW
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 05, 2023, 04:46:08 am
content: Quote from: hap2001 on June 05, 2023, 12:06:21 amI think that there are no inexpensive materials that would work for a permanent replacement for a home window. But if you make the window easily replaceable (similar to the glass panes termed storm windows that are often used in the US, installed in winter to add a layer of insulation, and then removed in summer to allow operation of the normal window), you would find polyethylene a good choice.Perhaps the best option would be the film used for wrapping food, which could be stretched over a frame. The material varies, often a polyvinyl, but has decent transmission in the LWIR. You would just substitute this frame for the glass pane whenever you where using your thermal camera. Durability isn't much of an issue because it is so cheap and easy to replace.

author: Berni
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 05, 2023, 06:05:54 am
content: Plastic Seran wrap.It is nicely transparent to visible light. The material might not be super transparent to LWIR but because it is so thin there is not enough material to stop all that much LWIR. Makes a slight shadow, but perfectly usable.If you are looking for a solid pane of material that is perfectly transparent to LWIR... that is going to be very very very expensive at such a size.

author: hap2001
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: June 09, 2023, 11:54:54 am
content: Thanks everyone.

author: nick liu
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: June 26, 2023, 01:23:02 am
content: thanks everyone
PiP format of FLIR cam - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: RémyClaverie
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: July 05, 2023, 07:01:22 am
content: Hello,I'm trying to understand how Flir can make Pip with some of its thermal cameras. I've read the threads on the exiftool forum (https://exiftool.org/forum/index.php?topic=4898.msg24156#msg24156), where I've found some valuable information. I have applied the various command lines withexiftoolandimagemagickto the files in this thread. But I do not understand the principle of matching the IR image to the visible image from the metadata. For example, in the lastconvertcommand, where do the270x270xand240xvalues come from?Is there a document explaining this principle ? If not, could one of you explain it to me?Thank you so much!Rémy
(solved) What's inside MSA Evolution 6000? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Logan
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: April 30, 2023, 02:07:45 pm
content: I've checked they have 320x240 resolution and 40mk NETD, but nowhere mentioned which core it uses. Anyone knows?

author: angelortega
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: April 30, 2023, 09:26:00 pm
content: I just got another form ebay this week . They have a flir tau2 with 9mm lens

author: Logan
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: May 01, 2023, 04:58:29 am
content: Quote from: angelortega on April 30, 2023, 09:26:00 pmThank you so much!

author: Logan
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: July 02, 2023, 02:05:23 pm
content: I just got one recently, yes it's a TAU inside.TAU 324 v2.1.1 (from controller software)On sticker:46324009H-FPMS40171520DC1614The firmware have minor differences from other TAU cores, but nothing notable to me.

author: Fraser
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 02, 2023, 03:21:38 pm
content: Not just any Tau, a fast frame rate Tau

author: Logan
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: July 03, 2023, 10:44:23 am
content: Quote from: Logan on April 30, 2023, 02:07:45 pmI forgot to mention this is MSA's lie, the core is 50mk...
3D printing files of Flir Photon enclosure - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: hap2001
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: June 21, 2023, 06:57:46 pm
content: Maybe useful to someone.

author: Logan
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: June 29, 2023, 03:47:22 pm
content: Thank you OP!I modified it to remove the bottom tripod mounting holes, the back DB9 holes, and the notches on the edges.(Because I don't need them, so printing without them is a better choice, plus using DB9 for 3.3v TTL may cause confuse)In case someone need it, I'm also sharing the STL file here.
Question about Flir Boson Camera Link Accessory Kit - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: hap2001
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: June 18, 2023, 01:12:03 pm
content: Hi.I see this page:https://store.groupgets.com/products/boson-cameralink-kitWhich says "......the Camera Link Module includes a mini-USB connector for power and communications, and an MCX connector for analog video. ...... The Camera Link accessory outputs both analog and digital video simultaneously. Digital data is available at the Mini-Camera Link connector. The NTSC / PAL analog video signal is available at the MCX connector."But where is that MCX connector? I cannot see it in the photo.Also anyone have manual for it?Thanks.

author: Fraser
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 18, 2023, 02:04:11 pm
content: The pictured PCB is the standard FLIR camera link adapter PCB as detailed on the FLIR web site and on page 119 of the cores manual. That adapter does not have an MCX connector and does not provide composite video output. Either the Groupgets text is wrong or they are not showing the correct PCB images. I think Groupgets has combined the descriptions of the Cameralink and VPC modules in error.https://www.elimec.co.il/_Uploads/dbsAttachedFiles/Boson.pdfhttps://www.flir.com/products/421-0063-00_boson-cam-link-accy-kit/?vertical=lwir&segment=oemhttps://flir.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/3228/~/flir-boson-camera-linkFraser

author: hap2001
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: June 19, 2023, 01:50:30 am
content: Thank you Fraser, I'm clear now.
Thoughts on TOPDON TC001? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: SnakesAndStuff
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: June 29, 2023, 04:45:46 pm
content: I'm looking for a (hopefully) inexpensive IR camera solution. I would like to keep the budget under $300. Primary use would be finding bee hive locations (warm hives in wall) while doing bee removal/cutouts.I have looked at the stats on the topdon TC001 and it looks promising.Does anyone have here have any experience with this, or similar models? I was looking at the FLIR gen3 vs FLIR pro recently and the stats on them do not look as good. It also seems that the FLIR models now limit custom temperature range to the "pro" model. It seems this option was available on the lower models previously.Is there any huge drawback to having a phone-attached IR camera vs a stand alone unit? I'm also fine with the camera using the phone's battery so that is not a huge con for me on some models.

author: Bill W
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 30, 2023, 10:01:35 am
content: It is a standard Chinese sensor (256x192) dongle camera, branded up for Topdon with some design and price point choices made.Topdon are primarily a supplier of car mantenance equipment.No battery is probably a good thing.You are right to consider if dongle-attach is right for you. It mainly comes to breakage risk and whether you'd get your phone into those situations. Clearly there are build cost savings as a fulll camera needs processing and display, which is being provided by the phone.Fixed focus has been an issue as some brands are not actually focussing the cameras at build, just screw the lens in and hope.Assume you have found:https://www.mbreviews.com/topdon-tc001-thermal-camera-review/I do wonder how well 'auto' mode would work, you would not want to be fiddling about with range / span settings while rummaging about in a loft looking for bees.For that money one other option would be a decent condition ex fire-service camera - which were built like a tank of course. They are fully automatic and usually 320x240.Bill

author: robca
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: July 03, 2023, 10:55:38 pm
content: I have one, used quite a few times. It's much better than any of the FLIR attached phone cameras I used before. Software on Android is more than decent, and the price is pretty low.More opinions herehttps://www.reddit.com/r/HomeImprovement/comments/zvpqo9/thermal_camera_for_general_homeowner_use/Now you can find other cameras base don what looks like the same sensor, with a clip-on macro lens, which would be good for PCB workhttps://www.amazon.com/InfiRay-P2-Pro-Smartphones-Resolution/dp/B0BG72B2RJ.But some of the reviews complain about the poor softwareI'm definitely a happy TC001 user
New polymer lens research. - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: aargee
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: June 11, 2023, 11:33:45 am
content: Interesting article.https://techxplore.com/news/2023-06-weve-lens-thermal-cameras-spy.html

author: Vipitis
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: June 12, 2023, 09:08:29 am
content: Here is the actual paperhttps://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/adom.202300058And I fail to see it's significance. I haven't read all of it, but skimmed through it a week ago when some news article put this front of me.It does sound to me like they figured out that some plastics are transmissive in the LWIR spectrum and the refractive index is different than air so it can be used as a lens. It's not news to me and we have had several forum posts on this subforum that explore similar ideas. Even fresnel lenses were shown to be kinda working.One of their takes is that it's optically opaque and could therefore be used as a LWIR only window, to hide cameras. And that's already the case with several other materials. And it doesn't seem to be optically any good.All their experiments use this as a supplemental lens Infront of the Ge lens. Low cost lenses for thermal cameras have been in use for a while, for example moulded silicon.Please someone help me understand how this work introduces something novel. It just looks like more sophisticated than the "experiments" done on this forum.

author: Bill W
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 12, 2023, 03:19:09 pm
content: The significance is that they are loading plastics with sulphur to get a reasonable, numerically real, IR refractive index in 3-5µm.ZnS is a common 3-5µm optical material in crystal form.LWIR transmission is not 'high' to me at 9% even if it is a bit better than their previous attempts.A window of 0.8mm is not strong either.

author: Hydron
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 13, 2023, 08:50:55 am
content: Yeah I also stopped reading once I saw 9% being touted as good
Female charging adapter socket for Flir - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Ugur
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: June 08, 2023, 06:29:25 pm
content: Hi guys,It needs a female charging socket, can you help me find a name or code for it?

author: railrun
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: June 08, 2023, 06:42:16 pm
content: It is a OEM connector for FLIR, you couldn’t purchase the right one.Here is the non-OEM product:MQ172X-4SA-CV(31)

author: Ugur
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: June 09, 2023, 06:14:25 am
content: Thank you for your answer. yes, the image of this product is slightly different, the adapter input may not fit this socket.

author: Fraser
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 09, 2023, 03:14:14 pm
content: I found the nearest possible equivalent for the original FLIR part and it is the one detailed by Railrun. At the time I discovered it, I suggested that FLIR had a custom connector produced using the MQ172 series as a start point in the design. The MQ172 series are smaller than the FLIR part and the ‘keying’ of the connector is different. I have not been able to find a supplier of the FLIR connector and they have to be robbed from parts donor charging docks and original FLIR power adapters. In some cases, users elect to have a MQ172 series connector installed in the camera and charging docks so that a standard connector is present for adaptions. The plug on the power adapter must also be changed, of course.Fraser
Indigo/Flir core controller clients for Windows on archive.org - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: hap2001
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: May 26, 2023, 01:25:45 pm
content: Indigo Omega/Flir Micron/ThermoVision A10:https://archive.org/details/indigo_202211Flir/Indigo Photon:https://archive.org/details/flirindigophotonFlir Quark, TAU, newer Photon:https://web.archive.org/web/20230526131558/https://flir.netx.net/file/asset/40775/original/attachmentFlir Boson:https://web.archive.org/web/20230905131551/https://support.flir.com/SwDownload/Assets/Cores_GUI/Boson_GUI_v3.0.0.zip
Need help broken firmware by a Flir Tau 640  - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Matthias80
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: May 22, 2023, 11:22:43 am
content: Hello,I have a Flir Tau2 640 (46640001X) in the 8.3Hz version. The camera core is from a Flir E-Series (PL-626E). Unfortunately, due to a firmware update using unsuitable firmware, the Tau core is no longer functional. Do you happen to have a firmware that can restore functionality to my Tau core? I would greatly appreciate your assistance.
Infiray T2S+ flipped image - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: gaminn
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: June 13, 2023, 03:15:14 pm
content: Hi, I purchased Infiray's T2S+, got their app but the app displays flipped image (upside down and also left to right) of the real word. Anytime I move my camera to the left side the image moves to the right side and vice versa. It is impossible to use the camera.Is there any settings for that?
Doogee S98 Pro rugged phone - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Helio_Centra
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: May 14, 2023, 04:47:49 pm
content: I bought a Doogee S98 Pro specifically because it has a thermal camera. I bought mine for about $450 CAD (which would be about the same in AUD) The price has gone up more recently because several tech YouTubers have reviewed them and they are gaining popularity. If you shop around the third party sellers you might find a deal.https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005004160807214.htmlCheap-ish phone (cheap for rugged for sure).The thermal camera is decent, but one issue I've run into is if you shift the image in the thermal camera app so the visible light and infrared images line up it never stays even though it says the config is saved.Is there a way in the InfiRay app to force it to save or some third party app that might work better?

author: Fraser
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 14, 2023, 05:44:16 pm
content: Have you tried contacting Dodger for advice or a firmware update ? With a mobile phone you need the OEM for updates as the Infiray core will be integrated into the host phones operating system.Fraser

author: Helio_Centra
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: May 14, 2023, 06:28:07 pm
content: Quote from: Fraser on May 14, 2023, 05:44:16 pmTheir website is in English, but lots of the text is poor grammar, like most Chinese companies. I did contact their support but not hopeful.And no cellphone company has firmware you can just download. It is always sent through OTG updates. And I already went to the System updates App and installed everything to the latest. Also checked on GooglePlay, I have the latest version of the InfiRay app.
isc0901b0 connector - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: dmendesf
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: July 15, 2023, 02:51:50 am
content: Does anybody know exactly what's the name/spec of the isc0901b0 connector?I bought this cable:https://pt.aliexpress.com/item/1005005057940423.htmlSpecifically the HSD A M to A F90, 2M but it doesn't fit. Any better ideas?Daniel
Flir TK Scout image issue - help - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: taggart_lumpy
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: May 01, 2023, 12:34:33 am
content: My scout just recently started having an issue with the image. The loading screen is clear, when the thermal image is displayed everything is scrambled. Any ideas on how to diagnose?

author: taggart_lumpy
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: May 01, 2023, 12:35:14 am
content: Boot screen

author: Fraser
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 02, 2023, 10:17:03 am
content: First steps would be to open the scopes casing and reseat the Lepton core in its socket, reseat the ribbon cable to the main PCB and check for improvement. If none, check power supply to Lepton core for noise with an oscilloscope.Fraser

author: Airborne51
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: May 05, 2023, 01:58:32 am
content: Did you find a solution? mine just started doing this as well, and my thermal experience is limited to the three times I have turned this thing on.Cheers,Mack

author: taggart_lumpy
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: May 05, 2023, 04:47:20 am
content: Yes mine actually ended up being pretty simple. I disassembled the unit. Readjusted the ribbon and reassembled and it started working fine again. Must have just been a poor connection.
Nice collection of Flir software downloads - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: _Wim_
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 12, 2023, 09:31:31 am
content: This site has a nice collection of older Flir software downloads:http://www.nbn.at/service-support/downloads/Many probably need a licence key, but this might be useful for some members here.

author: termodiagnose
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: April 07, 2023, 02:19:30 pm
content: Thanks for your willingness to help. I look for a software called FLIR BUILDER. Do you know who could share with our team? We are researchers in medical thermography and this app can help a lot in our work! Thank you very much!

author: _Wim_
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: April 08, 2023, 07:00:32 am
content: Quote from: termodiagnose on April 07, 2023, 02:19:30 pmI suspect you are looking for BuildIR. I do not have this software, but according to Flir this has been replaced by Flir Reporter. A 30 day trial of flir reporter can be downloaded from the Flir suport page:https://flir.custhelp.com/app/account/fl_download_software

author: termodiagnose
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: May 08, 2023, 11:12:58 pm
content: Thank you _Wim_ by your attention. We've saw thatin FLIR website. But we would like to work with BuildIR. Anyway, thank you for your help
HT-301 Software Issues - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: user717
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: May 02, 2023, 05:43:03 pm
content: I have been using an HT-301 camera with HTI Image app on an Amazon Fire for a while with no problems, but I can't simultaneously charge the tablet and use the camera since there is only one USB-C port. My supervisor ordered a Chromebook to solve this issue. However, the HTI Image app is not available on the play store for Chromebooks. So I tried installing the app via Linux. Install worked and the app opens, but the camera will not connect with the app. Also installed Thermviewer via Linux, but it crashes every time it's opened. Does anybody have any suggestions on how I should go about this?
DIY-Thermocam: The Affordable and Easy-to-Build Thermal Camera for Everyone - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: maxritter
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: June 10, 2021, 08:55:07 am
content: DIY-Thermocam V3The DIY-Thermocam V3 is a low-cost, do-it-yourself thermal imager, based on the popular radiometric FLIR Lepton sensor and an open-source ecosystem.It gives private persons, educational institutes and companies access to a portable, affordable and customizable thermal imaging platform that is based on open-source software and hardware. It is constructed as a self-assembly solution, that can be build at home by only using some standard tools.There are various applications like finding heat leaks in the insulation of buildings, the analysis of electrical or mechanical components, the detection of persons / animals or even mounting it on a drone and recording continuous or time-lapse images.The device has a large ecosystem of software around it, that allows to extend the functionalities of the device beyond the firmware itself. You can use the Thermal Analysis Software to edit raw data files on your PC and save them in various file formats. In addition to that, the Thermal Live Viewer can stream live thermal images to your PC, change settings on the fly and record images or videos. The Thermal Data Viewer provides another way of editing raw files, and with the Video Converter you can convert series of captures images to movie files.The Device Firmware provides a lot of functionalities, that can be accessed over the 3.2" TFT LCD touch screen. Flashing the firmware is easy and can be done without any programming knowledge on any operating system over the command line interface. Once the Thermocam is connected to the PC, it will show up as a mass storage device and allows you to transfer thermal images from or to the device.The DIY-Thermocam offers a wide range of features, like adding temperature points, changing temperature range limits, displaying hot or cold temperatures only, saving single images or a series of images (video or timelapse) to the integrated storage, changing the color scheme, etc. It can also communicate to the PC over the USB serial protocol, in order to stream thermal images or change settings remotely.In case you want to extend the existing featureset with your own functionality, that's possible too. The firmware of the DIY-Thermocam is completely open-source and written in C/C++. Just download Visual Studio Code and the PlatformIO extension, and you are ready to go!For more information about the project, check out:https://www.diy-thermocam.net/

author: maxritter
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: July 05, 2021, 04:59:01 pm
content: Round 2 is now live on GroupGets:https://groupgets.com/campaigns/949-diy-thermocam-v3-round-2

author: maxritter
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: May 07, 2023, 07:46:29 am
content: The Kit is now back in Store at GroupGets:https://store.groupgets.com/products/diy-thermocam-v3
Infiray C200 fake or night production without QC - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: nike75
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: February 10, 2022, 08:14:36 pm
content: I focused on buying a Infiray C200Pro thermal camera and looked at the offers on aliexpress.I found offers of thermal camera model RX-680 offered as brand A-BF. In photos this is a complete copy of C200 with removed brand labels. The description is exactly the same as that of the C200.https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005003779845124.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.0.0.60d550a8KVWGNU&algo_pvid=f203eec9-c7fe-4f62-846a-21ddf5366f7b&algo_exp_id=f203eec9-c7fe-4f62-846a-21ddf5366f7b-0&pdp_ext_f=%7B%22sku_id%22%3A%2212000027139123276%22%7D&pdp_pi=-1%3B408.8%3B-1%3B378%40salePrice%3BUSD%3Bsearch-mainSearchThe same brand also offers rebranded models of the uni-t UTi260B marked as RX-600, as well as other models of Infiray.https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005001531518215.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.0.0.60d550a8KVWGNU&algo_pvid=f203eec9-c7fe-4f62-846a-21ddf5366f7b&algo_exp_id=f203eec9-c7fe-4f62-846a-21ddf5366f7b-3&pdp_ext_f=%7B%22sku_id%22%3A%2212000026317620443%22%7D&pdp_pi=-1%3B396.0%3B-1%3B1137%40salePrice%3BUSD%3Bsearch-mainSearchThe descriptions of Uni-t and Infiray thermal imagers are also very similar, both brands are sold in single offers and it is easily to conclude that the companies have a common things.Does anyone have any idea what is really going on and what to trust.

author: thermalengineer
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: February 18, 2022, 01:37:42 am
content: Actually my colleague is also on the edge of getting UNI T and infiray. I will keep following your thread and align with him once there is something useful.

author: jorgemef
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: November 07, 2022, 08:27:03 am
content: Hello,Any update on this topic?I see AB-F RX-600 are under the price in Aliexpress from UTI-260B but I am not sure if it is the same thing.For less 30-40 euros I would opt for it instead if this is confirmed.Thanks,Jorge

author: c00kemon
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: November 13, 2022, 07:55:28 pm
content: AB-F, UNI-T is OEM manufacturer which use the thermal cores or whole products of Infiray or Guide.

author: Honusnap
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: April 27, 2023, 07:37:00 am
content: Do not buy from A-BF, this seller is bad. I ordered a C200 Pro and received a Chinese only model while all description of the item is in english (pictures included) and that descrpition say that C200 is English/Chinese.The seller got a bad attitude and do not accept is own mistakes.I opened a dispute, asked for 60€ partial refund, seller refused but Aliexpresse accepted this offer.I asked Infiray and they replied that those device are not supposed to be sold abroad.
Victor 328B video recording problem - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Nisei
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: April 29, 2023, 09:25:53 am
content: I've just received my Victor 328B and was happy to see it works great with its dedicated app as well as the P2Pro and Topdon apps.However, I'm having trouble recording video on my Pixel 4a phone (Android 13).The Victor app looks to record but the resulting file is often way shorter than what I recorded and skips entire parts of the video. The P2Pro app only gives me an unwatchable garbled video with horizontal lines and a green part at the bottom of the screen. The Topdon app also skips frames and parts of the video.I've also tried it on my Samsung Tab A8 (Android 13) but the Victor app only shows a messed up picture. The P2Pro app gives a good image but also problems recording video.Any idea if this is device or Android version related? It's working perfectly fine in all other modes on my Pixel phone so it doesn't look there's anything wrong with the camera hardware as the thermal image looks perfectly fine during the recording.Perhaps anyone with more knowledge could take a look at the video files the 3 apps produce and tell what's wrong with them?
Which way round should my lens be? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: HobGoblyn
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: April 13, 2023, 01:56:29 pm
content: Bought a 50.8mm lens, one side is flat, one side is convex.I initially thought the flat side would be facing the camera and the convex side facing my PCB.But on the Aliexpress site, while the example is for a laser, it clearly says “Convex side to laser”Can anyone confirm this please?Thanks

author: Kleinstein
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: April 20, 2023, 07:08:39 am
content: The direction of the light does no matter. The question is more how parallel / focussed the ligh is. It looks like the flat side is more suitable for the more parallel light / larger distance. This effects the lens errors.With a thermal camera the resolution of the sensor is often limited by the sensor and not that much with the lense distortion. So other criteria (which side is more robust, easier to clean) can be relevant as with a laser.

author: Fraser
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: April 20, 2023, 11:17:58 am
content: Some of my commercial thermal imaging close-up lenses have the concave size of their front meniscus lens facing the thermal scene. This is indeed to be expected and confirmed by the ray diagrams. That said, we are working with a cheap single element laser focus lens in this thread. Such lenses are not intended for high imaging performance and are usually bi convex or Plano convex, not meniscus. Thankfully the lenses do prove adequate for less demanding close-up thermal imaging tasks at the low resolutions at which we often work. The best image quality will normally be at the centre of the produced image, with optical issues getting progressively worse towards the edge of the lens, and so the edge of many users images. This is why it is an advantage to use a larger diameter lens than that required for a particular cameras field of view. By using the larger diameter lens you are operating within the better central region of the lens.As to which way the lens should be positioned in front of the camera and orientation…. Position the lens as close to the cameras objective as reasonably possible. The orientation is not so simple. Logic says the concave or Plano face should face the thermal scene, HOWEVER practical tests by members of this forum proved that you need to test your lens in the real world and not rely on theory. Most users of budget cameras and Plano convex lenses found that the convex side should face the thermal scene for best imaging performance. You cannot beat a practical test when using a lens in a scenario for which it was not designed ! The optical path when using such a lens is far from optimal as the ZnSe lens should really be a meniscus type in this application…. But it still works fine for most usersDo some tests with your lens and image the same PCB or other close target with the lens in its two possible orientations. Then compare the images to see which produces the least image distortion/blur. The issues will normally be most noticeable towards the edges of the displayed thermal image.Fraser
Guide PC210 Hidden/Secret Menu! - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Penguin36
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: June 25, 2022, 12:21:32 pm
content: Today I played with my Guide PC210 thermal camera and found a secret hidden menu with many settings, including RAW Y16 recording, paralax compensation setting, change FPS (25 or 9), …To access the hidden menu:- set language to Englisch- select the last option ‚Camera Info‘- when the camera infos with SN, … are shown- press ‚Up‘ for 3 sec- press ‚Down‘ for 3 sec- Hidden menu shows upParalax compensation settings under ‚SetFusiong‘, there you can set ZoomH, ZoomW, UpDown and LeftRight in PIP Mode.Make sure to write down the values before making changes to revert back if needed.Lets find out about the other parameters. If you find any please post your findings here.Disclaimer: Use at your own risc! I‘m not responsible for any damage of your camera!

author: Fraser
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 25, 2022, 03:09:46 pm
content: Nice discoveryFraser

author: IAmBack
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: June 28, 2022, 12:39:22 pm
content: Nice finding. Hopefully they can "pull" some features to regular menu.

author: serenkiy515
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: April 18, 2023, 02:29:40 am
content: Здравствуйте. Удалось понять что этими значениями можно изменить или откорректировать?

author: Martin72
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: April 18, 2023, 09:51:51 pm
content: Пожалуйста, пишите на английском языке.Please write in english language.

author: serenkiy515
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: April 19, 2023, 02:32:48 pm
content: Quote from: Martin72 on April 18, 2023, 09:51:51 pmИзвиняюсьHello. Was it possible to understand that these values can be changed or corrected?
Uni-T UTi165K or UTi260K-J, worth buying or hackable? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: TERRA Operative
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: April 06, 2023, 09:57:33 am
content: Hi all,I came across these two Uni-T thermal cameras today in a local store. They are selling the UTi260K-J (J is for Japanese version, whatever that entails, maybe charger voltage and language setting) for 11,000Yen (about US$85) and the UTi165K for 16,500yen (about US$125)I'm interested in them for electronics diagnostic work, but they have a stated temperature range of 30-45 degrees C.What is the utility of this sort of temperature range for electronics work and are these software limited and hackable to expand the temperature range by chance?https://thermal.uni-trend.com/product/uti165k/https://thermal.uni-trend.com/product/uti260k/

author: nvmR
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: April 06, 2023, 10:00:50 am
content: the 260k-j looks like a steal at that price. I have the Infiray c200 pro with same sensor, and it is great.Grab a macro lens, and you're gold

author: TERRA Operative
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: April 06, 2023, 11:04:59 am
content: I think I might just grab one tomorrow. It's within the impulse buy price range and I have been thinking of getting a thermal camera for a while now.At the very least it will be something fun for my son to play with, help keep his interest in electronics and stuff.

author: ygi
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: April 07, 2023, 06:13:07 pm
content: Those are thermal cameras with a firmware tailored for COVID checkpoints. In other words fever detectors, that's why the t° range's so narrow (and stuck on emisivity of human skin). While you might be able to flash it with the firmware of a general purpose model (UTI165 or 260B - assuming you could find a dump of said firmware), it's very likely full calibration data isn't there to begin with.I guess you could still use it as-is for short detection even with the displayed t° completely off.

author: Honusnap
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: April 15, 2023, 09:49:26 am
content: Quote from: ygi on April 07, 2023, 06:13:07 pmI Got a C200 Pro and emisivity is a parameter that can be changed température goes up to 500°C.
Battery Charger for FLIR E76, E86 & E96 available from Uho :) - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Fraser
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: April 12, 2023, 01:23:02 pm
content: I have just seen that forum member Uho is offering a desktop charger of his own design for the FLIR E76, E86 & E96 thermal imagers. He correctly mentioned it in the Buy & Sell area of this forum.The FLIR desktop chargers can be very expensive so I thought it worth highlighting this units availability in case anyone needs such a unitUho is asking a very reasonable $40 delivered for the unit.https://www.eevblog.com/forum/buysellwanted/i-will-sell-the-charger-for-the-flir-e76-e86-e96-thermal-imager/Fraser

author: Uho
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: April 12, 2023, 07:35:28 pm
content: A short video about this charger.https://youtu.be/S5YR-hxeCDg