Cordex TOUGHPIX EXTREME User manual

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USER
MANUAL
TOUGHPIX
EXTREME

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Congratulations - You are the
owner of a TOUGHPIX EXTREME
CAMERA. A compact pocket sized
digital imaging camera capable
of capturing true 5 megapixel
visual images.
Intrinsically safe version as follows:
• Ex II 2G / Ex ib op is IIC T4 Gb Ta = -10˚C to +40˚C
Whilst in a hazardous area, do not
attempt to change batteries. This
task should only be undertaken
after returning to a safe area.
!
Please ensure that the certification
matches or exceeds the hazardous
area characteristics that will be
clearly displayed on site.
!
Overview 4
Package Contents 4
Getting To Know Your TOUGHPIX EXTREME 6-7
Getting Started 8
Taking Pictures 9-10
Image Review 12
Camera Setup 13
Camera Status 14
Image Example 14
Downloading Files 15
Web Browser 16
Battery Pack 17
CONTENTS
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REGISTER
YOUR CORDEX
PRODUCTS
Visit www.cord-ex.com to
register and receive a 12
month extended warranty.
To register your CorDEX product, click ‘My Account’ on
the CorDEX homepage, login to your existing account or
register, then enter your CorDEX product serial number
and your product will appear with your extended warranty.
Terms and conditions apply.
Professional features in a pocket
sized package. The TOUGHPIX
EXTREME is a ruggedized,
compact, high resolution digital
imaging camera capable of
capturing true 5 megapixel visual
images.
Check the contents of your TOUGHPIX EXTREME, it should include
the following items:
• TOUGHPIX EXTREME
• Mains charger
• Battery charging dock
• User manual
• Access key
• CorDEX memory card
• USB card reader
• Wrist strap
• Global adapters
• Lithium-ion battery
OVERVIEW
PACKAGE CONTENTS
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LED flash1
With two modes of operation; Wide Area Burst
mode and Close-up mode, you have the ability
to control the flash to suit your requirements,
helping prevent image washout.
5MP sensor2
Motorised auto focus, capable of resolving both
fine close up detail and wide area shots without
the need for macro-modes or additional lenses.
WiFi enabled4
No more messy cables, with the TOUGHPIX
EXTREME, wirelessly transfer both infrared
and visual images efficiently, even in th
hazardous area.
2.8” LCD backlit display7
Compact enough to fit into any work pocket but
rugged enough to take the hits, the TOUGHPIX
EXTREME still has a screen big enough to view
images taken in real time; day or night.
Simple joystick navigation8
With its simple joystick navigation, the menus
are quick and easy to navigate, saving time on
the task in hand.
Wrist strap point9
Not only is the TOUHGPIX EXTREME small and
compact we have made it really easy to carry
with our CorDEX wrist strap, which can be worn
on either the right or left hand side of the camera.
Removable rechargeable battery
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Rechargeable lithium ion battery pack providing
a huge four hours runtime plus the ability to
switch packs and keep working if you need to
(only in a safe area).
Ruggedized aluminium body6
Manufactured from lightweight aircraft grade
aluminium, the TOUGHPIX EXTREME is both
rugged and tough with one goal in mind, quality
that’s built to last.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
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Battery Pack
Please ensure the battery pack is
fully charged where possible for
optimum results and maximum
runtime. The battery pack is
removed* and inserted* via the
access door on the base of the
camera. The battery pack is charged
using the docking station supplied.
Refer to the section on battery
pack operation for details.
*Only to be done in a safe area
Turning the Power ON/OFF
Use the power button on the top of
the camera to turn the camera on
and off. The on button is identified
on the top of the camera with the
ON/OFF symbol located next to
the shoot button.
Please refer to Time and Date section
if setup is required before operation.
Camera Interface Menus
All camera settings and features are
navigated and selected using the
joystick:
Short press enters the camera menu
Long press enters the analysis menu
CAMERA MENU
This menu has the following icons:
Visible Imaging
Image Review
WIFI
Time and Date
Firmware
ANALYSIS MENU
This menu has the following icons:
SPOT & BOX Configuration
GETTING STARTED TAKING PICTURES
Visible Imaging
Controls the VISIBLE imaging and capture modes.
• LED: flash operation options.
DISABLED: LED flash turned OFF.
ENABLED: LED flash turned ON.
AUTO: LED flash enabled dependent on ambient light.
• FLASH CHARGE STATUS: the top right of the display shows:
GREEN indicates fully charged.
RED indicates charging in progress.
• SCENE: Sets the auto-modes for a particular situation:
NORMAL: Default exposure using all the image area.
CLOSE-UP: Auto-exposure is determined by the central region of the image with
the edge regions used less. In close-up mode a rectangle is overlaid to show the
central area from which exposure is determined.
Note that the object being imaged doesn’t have to be contained within this area
even though the image exposure is determined by metering this area.
• TIME LAPSE:Sets time period for delay from shoot-button activation.
TIME LAPSE PERIOD: single, 30 sec, 1 min, 2 min, 5 min.
ACTIVATION: Started and stopped by the shoot-button.
INDICATOR (top left): Shows current setting (in seconds).
When running shows the time to next image.
• TL THRESHOLD:Sets the temperature threshold for the time lapse to start.
TEMPERATURE: Sets the threshold temperature (-10˚C disables).
ACTIVATION: Started and stopped by the shoot-button.
• BRIGHTNESS:Adjusts the visible image brightness.
BRIGHTNESS: -4, -3, -2, -1, 0 (default), 1, 2, 3, 4. Normal operation 0.
• CONTRAST:Adjusts the visible image contrast.
CONTRAST: -4, -3, -2, -1, 0 (default), 1, 2, 3, 4. Normal operation 0.

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TAKING PICTURES
• SATURATION:Adjusts the visible image saturation.
SATURATION: -4, -3, -2, -1, 0 (default), 1, 2, 3, 4. Normal operation 0.
To focus an image, point the camera at the target of interest and the camera will
automatically focus. Once the camera is focused and the image is clear, press the
shoot button whilst the camera takes the shot.
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IMAGE REVIEW
Image Review
Displays the stored CAPTURED for review.
• View mode review shows the actual CAPTURED image with overlay
The memory card empty icon is displayed when no memory card is present.
Image identification is shown for the minimised views. Removed on th
full screen views
The joystick is used to navigate the stored images.
• RIGHT and LEFT: moves through the stored images as CAPTURED.
• UP and DOWN: selects either CAPTURED or VISIBLE.
• PRESS (short): selects full screen display of the currently displayed image.
UP and DOWN: selects CAPTURED or VISIBLE
• PRESS (long): enters the Delete Image menu.
CANCEL: re-enter the Image Review.
DELETE: deletes the image from the memory card.
WIFI
WIFI access point activation.
• ENABLE WIFI: select NOW to enable, PRESS (short) to exit WIFI access point.
When WIFI access point is enabled the display shows the following:
• CAMERA SSID IS DISPLAYED: used to identify the camera for selecting WIFI
connection.
• CAMERA IP ADDRESS: used by browser to display web-page.
• FW: WIFI firmware revision
WIFI image review and download can be performed in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas with
certified equipment. Refer to the section on the Web browser for image revie
using a browser.
CAMERA SETUP
Time and Date
Used to setup the cameras date and time.
• YEAR: select current year.
• MONTH: select current month.
• DAY: select current day.
• HOUR: select current hour.
• MINUTE: select current minute.
• SECOND: select current second.
• TIME ZONE: select current time zone offset (hours).
Firmware and Alignment
Both WIFI and camera system firmware are uploaded form this menu
Displays the current FIRMWARE for the camera. See WIFI for the
module firmware
Displays the camera serial number: 8-digit Hexa-decimal number.
• UPDATE FIRMWARE: Camera system firmware update
Press NOW to update firmware
• UPDATE WIFI: WIFI firmware update
Press NOW to update firmware
• ALIGN: VISIBLE image alignment.
Arrows are used to align the VISIBLE images.
Separate instructions for firmware updates will be issued along with the firmwar
update file
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CAMERA STATUS DOWNLOADING FILES
Images can be downloaded from the TOUGHPIX EXTREME via the removable
memory card or via the WIFI access point.
Removable Memory Card
TOUGHPIX EXTREME is supplied complete with a memory card**.
• Open* the Battery Pack door of the camera with the supplied access key.
• Remove* the Battery Pack from the camera.
• Remove* the memory card from the camera.
• Insert* the memory card in to the memory card reader supplied.
• Remove the other end of the memory card reader which will reveal a USB dongle,
insert this in to your PC/Laptop.
* Only to be done in a safe area.
** Only compatible with the TOUGHPIX EXTREME.
WIFI Access Download
TOUGHPIX EXTREME comes complete with built in WIFI to enable users to
wirelessly view and download images directly from the camera.
To access images over the WIFI:
• Activate the EXTREME WIFI access point (refer to the WIFI icon description).
• Access and view files via EXTREME web browser operation or CorDEX EXTREME
application*.
Refer to the section on web browser operation.
* Refer to CorDEX for current camera application support details.
Battery Status
Shows current battery charge status as a percentage.
Calibration Nofication:
Lower right of screen when activated to indicate calibration is due.
Memory Card Empty:
Top left of screen when activated indicates no memory card is present.
IMAGE EXAMPLE
The following is an example of a CAPTURED image with its VISIBLE views
VISIBLE
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WEB BROWSER OPERATION
The integrated EXTREME web browser enables display and download of
on-camera images in the original view-mode via the EXTREME’s WIFI
access point.
Basic Operation
The web browser displays thumbnail images for quick transfer with download
access to the full resolution images. Once downloaded, images can be viewed
and processed in CONNECT Software to adjust the view mode.
• WIFI: Web server enables fast application
and browser access to display images.
• Direct linked full resolution downloads
available as shown in the example.
RIGHT CLICK: the link to download the
VISIBLE.
LEFT CLICK: to open full resolution image.
BATTERY PACK
Removing the Battery Pack*
• Open* the Battery Pack door of the camera with the supplied access key.
• Remove* the Battery Pack from the camera.
Inserting the Battery Pack*
• Open* the Battery Pack door of the camera with the supplied access key.
• Slide* the Battery Pack into the camera.
• Secure the Battery Pack in place using the supplied access key.
• Ensure the access door is securely closed before entering any restricted areas.
Charging the Battery Pack*
• Plug the charger into a wall socket/outlet. The GREEN LED will illuminate showing
mains power is connected and that the charger is ready.
• Insert EXTREME Battery Pack into the charging station. Care must be taken to
ensure that the battery is inserted in the correct orientation, otherwise battery or
charger damage may occur.
• If the battery is properly located in the charging station, the RED LED on the charger
will illuminate to indicate charging. Once the charge cycle is complete, the LED will
change to GREEN.
* Only to be done in a safe area.
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