FLIR Tau Quick Start Guide

Tau Quick Start Guide
102_PS242-01 Rev100
October 2011
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1. Run the FLIR Camera Controller GUI by clicking on the start menu and accessing Start→All
Programs→FLIR Systems→Camera Controller GUI. (The software may take up to 30 seconds to
load the first time.
2. When the GUI first opens, it will display “Not Connected” on the bottom left. The first step is to
connect to the camera.
Figure 5: FLIR Camera Controller GUI Status Tab – Not Connected
3. Connect to the camera by selecting Tools→ Connection
Figure 6: FLIR Camera Controller GUI Connection Window Part 1
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FLIR Tau Specifications

General

Thermal Sensitivity (NEdT)	<50 mK
Pixel Size	17μm
Spectral Band	7.5 - 13.5 µm
Frame Rate	Up to 60Hz
Digital Video Output	14-bit digital
Sensor Type	Uncooled microbolometer
Pixel Pitch	17μm
Output Interface	Camera Link
Lens Options	Wide range of lens options available