Infrared Radiometer Support
Attention: The wiring colors for connecting our sensors to dataloggers have changed as of March 2018. Please consult the appropriate manual, VIEW our new wiring guide, or CLICK HERE for a downloadable version.
Helpful Articles and Links
FOV & Canopy Fraction Calculators
Estimating the Canopy Fraction in your IR FOV
Excel sheet programed to calculate target area
Design and Calibration of Infrared Radiometer
IR SI Radiation Shield: More Information
Horizontal FOV Infrared Radiometer: More Information
Apogee Meter Tips and Troubleshooting
Protecting Your Instruments from Spiders, Wasps, and Other Pests
Emissivity Correction for Infrared Radiometer Sensors
LoggerNet Short Cut Instructions
How to take IR Temperature Measurements without a Datalogger
Minimize Losses from Frost Using Direct Measurements - Campbell Scientific Blog Post
Infrared Thermometers for Monitoring Plant Temperatures in Greenhouses
FAQ's
Why is my infrared sensor giving low or erratic readings?
What resolution in microvolts is required to get precise readings?
What field of view do I need for my application?
How often should I recalibrate the sensor?
Can I add additional cable to the sensor?
How can I use a voltmeter to verify my sensor is working?
How can I use a voltmeter to determine readings from my infrared radiometer sensor?
How do I get data off my meter?
Do I need to order a sensor to go with my meter?
I received an error code on my meter. How do I fix it?
What kind of battery does my meter take?
What should I do if my meter becomes non-responsive or experience anomalies?
Is each logged or sampled reading time stamped?