Use and Care Manual

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• In Menu mode, you use familiar up/down scrolling motions and responses to dialog boxes to navigate a main menu with

eight submenus. Collectively, the menus and submenus let you:



Browse and select video and photo files stored on the SD card in chronological order or reverse chronological order, or

as thumbnails in an “album-style” display.

 Perform the following “housekeeping” functions: 1) Bulk-erase or format the SD card, and break down its stored

content by media type; 2) Set the current time and date (together known as system time) and choose whether or not to

display media time stamps on-screen; 3) Choose any of 27 languages for menu and on-screen text; 4) Select an

analog video out format; 5) Adjust the triggering time of the console’s Auto Power Off function, or disable APO

altogether; 6) Enable viewing of stored photos and video clips on a PC without having to remove the SD card; 7)

Quickly display all stored media files as thumbnails in 3 x 3 grids; and 8) Enable "Repeat recording" of sequential,

short video clips instead of one long clip.

KEY FEATURES

• 7 in. (178mm) diagonal LCD with high-definition 800 x 480 pixel resolution

• 39 in. (1m) long, 0.22 in. (5.5mm) diameter soft metal probe with 640 x 480 pixel (VGA) resolution camera lit by six LEDs—four

facing forward and two at an angle, to provide glare-free indirect lighting in any environment

• Light boost, anti-reflection and 90° image rotation buttons on probe handle maximize visibility of any inspection target

• Probe and stainless steel camera head are IP67 water, oil and dust-proof. Console is IP57 water, oil and dust-proof as well as drop-

proof from height of 1m (39 in.)

• Console is also compatible with five optional VGA resolution probes from General: two VGA probes of 2m and 3m length, three VGA

articulating probes of 1m, 2m and 3m length, and a VGA resolution pipe and duct inspection probe that is 72 ft. (22m) long

• LCD can show side-by-side front and side views from split mirror probe tip attachment (requires purchase of optional VGA

Resolution Articulating Probe and split mirror)

• Records VGA resolution video clips (with voice annotation) and still images using familiar menu-driven user interface. Saved video

and photo files incorporate real-time brightness and zoom adjustments made prior to recording or “on the fly” to optimize target

clarity and detail

• Easy-to-navigate album-style (3 x 3 grid) display of all stored media files

• Different areas of interest on saved photos can be selected for extreme close-up viewing

• Field of view can be enlarged up to 5X, mirrored horizontally, or rotated 90°, 180° or 270° • 4GB SD memory card

• Analog video out/headphone jack • USB cable for uploading/viewing media on SD card to PC without ejecting card

• 110° mirrored probe viewing tip • Adjustable Auto Power Off triggering time • Choice of 27 menu languages

• Custom airtight hard plastic carrying case • Hand strap and tripod mount • Powered by rechargeable Lithium-polymer battery

• 1 year limited warranty

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION!

Never insert a probe attached to the DCS2000 into a structure or space known or suspected to contain live electric wiring

• The DCS2000 is intended for industrial applications only. Do not use it for human or any other biological inspections.

• Never insert an attached probe into any ﬂammable gas or liquid (including fuels in an oil, gasoline or diesel tank).

• Do not disassemble the instrument. Doing so creates a potentially fatal electrical hazard (and voids the warranty as well).

WHAT’S IN THE PACKAGE

The DCS2000 comes in a custom airtight hard plastic carrying case. Inside the case are:

• The DCS2000 console. The console integrates a 7 in. diameter LCD, a connector for attaching the included probe or an optional

VGA resolution probe from General, a microphone, dedicated front-panel buttons for capturing videos and photos, and several

multi-function buttons.

• The P16181HP—a high-performance 5.5mm diameter VGA resolution probe with light boost, anti-reflection and 90° image

rotation buttons on the probe handle

• A 110° mirror that screws onto the tip of the included probe as well as the optional 2m and 3m VGA Resolution probes

• A 4GB full-size SD memory card

• A USB cable with a mini-USB plug on one end and a full-size USB plug on the other

OPERATING, MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS

•

The probe contains thin wires running along its entire length. Accordingly, never insert or bend it by force, and never over-bend

any part of the probe. Specifically (see figure below right):

앩 Do not bend the probe more than 90° anywhere along its length.

앩 Do not bend it more than 70° within 1 to 2 inches (25 to 50mm) of its camera tip.

앩 Do not bundle the probe into a tight circle to store it.

앩 Never use the camera head end to modify surroundings or clear pathways or clogged areas.

앩 Do not overtighten the collar that secures the probe to the console.

• Never remove the SD card while taking a picture or recording a video. Doing so may damage

the card and erase or corrupt the photo or video.

• If the LCD suddenly goes dark, the first two things to check are the integrity of the console’s

connection to the probe and the charge of the console’s battery. The reason for the failure also

could be that you have forgotten to remove the rubber cap protecting the probe tip.

• If live video begins to look spotty, streaky or intermittent, the likely reason is an undercharged

battery.

• Avoid using corrosive liquids such as alcohol to clean either the display unit or the probe. To clean the camera’s lens and LEDs,

use a cotton swab and a small amount of household cleaning liquid. To clean the LCD, use a soft cloth, cotton swabs and

liquid. To clean the housing of the console, use a soft, dry cloth.

• Operate and store the DCS2000 only in a cool (under 140ºF or 60ºC), dry, well-ventilated place. Avoid exposing the unit to

sunlight for long periods of time.

• To avoid damaging the console’s probe connector, use only compatible probes.

• The camera head, LEDs and thread protector ring are waterproof, but not acid-proof or fireproof. Do not touch acidic, corrosive

or hot materials or they will ruin the head.

• Cover the camera-tipped end of the probe with the protective rubber cap when not using it.

• Unless you wish to install the mirrored viewing tip, do not unscrew the thread protector ring from the camera head.

• When inspecting a vehicle, shut off the engine. Metal and liquid under the hood may be hot. Do not get oil or gas on the

camera head.

• If condensation forms inside the camera lens, let it evaporate before using the probe again.

• Do not try to disassemble any part of the probe. Doing so creates an electrical hazard, could damage the probe, and voids the

limited warranty.

OPTIONAL PROBES & ACCESSORIES

The table below lists and describes all probes and accessories compatible with the DCS2000.

Model No. (SKU) Description Camera Head Diameter Probe Length Depth of Field

P16HPART VGA Resolution 6.0mm (0.23 in.) 1m (3.28 ft.) 0.25 to 12 in.

P16HP2ART Articulating Probe 2m (6.6 ft.) (6.4 to 300mm)

P16HP3ART 3m (9.8 ft.)

P16181HP 5.5mm (0.22 in.) 1m (3.28 ft.)

(included with

DCS2000)

P16182HP 2m (6.6 ft.)

P16183HP 3m (9.8 ft.)

P16PIP Pipe & Duct Inspection 28mm (1.1 in.) 22m (72 ft.) 0.4 in. (10mm)

Probe & Reel Set to infinity

PSM16 Split mirror for VGA ---------- --------- -----------

Resolution Articulating Probes

SDRD1 USB SD Card Reader ---------- --------- ------------

User Guide

1 to 2 in.

(25 to 50mm) from tip

in. (50mm)

r more from tip

VGA Resolution

Articulating Probe

VGA Resolution

Probe

P16181HP

(included with

DCS2000)

0.25 to 12 in.

(6.4 to 300mm)