Extech Instruments HDV700 User manual

User Manual
HDV700 High Definition
VideoScope Kit

Table of contents
1 Introduction........................................................................1
1.1 Overview ..................................................................1
1.2 Product Features ........................................................1
1.3 Kit Descriptions.......................................................... 1
1.4 Available Probes ........................................................2
1.5 Supplied Equipment (all kits) ......................................... 2
1.6 Supplied Equipment (select probes) ............................... 2
2 Safety ................................................................................3
3 Quick Start .........................................................................5
4 Product Descriptions...........................................................6
4.1 VideoScope .............................................................. 6
4.2 Touch-Screen ............................................................ 7
4.3 Using an External Monitor............................................. 9
5 Connecting the Probe ........................................................ 10
6 Powering the HDV700 ........................................................ 11
6.1 Power the Display Unit ............................................... 11
6.2 Battery Overview ...................................................... 11
6.3 Battery Status Indicators ............................................ 11
6.4 Charging the Battery ................................................. 11
6.5 Power Reset Button .................................................. 12
7 Settings Menu................................................................... 13
7.1 Settings Menu Overview ............................................ 13
7.2 Menu Item Descriptions ............................................. 13
7.2.1 INFO........................................................... 13
7.2.2 IMAGE ........................................................ 14
7.2.3 SESSION..................................................... 14
7.2.4 TAG ............................................................ 15
7.2.5 USB CARD READER...................................... 16
7.2.6 SD CARD..................................................... 16
7.2.7 DATE / TIME ................................................. 17
7.2.8 LANGUAGE.................................................. 18
7.2.9 MICROPHONE ............................................. 18
7.2.10 AUTO POWER OFF ....................................... 18
7.2.11 REGULATORY .............................................. 19
8 Image and Video Recording................................................ 20
8.1 Image and Video Basics............................................. 20
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8.2 Media Gallery .......................................................... 20
8.3 Opened Images ....................................................... 21
8.4 Opened Videos ........................................................ 22
8.5 Recording Audio over Video........................................ 23
8.6 Downloading Media to a PC ........................................ 23
9 PC Interface...................................................................... 24
9.1 PC Interface Overview ............................................... 24
9.2 Connecting to a PC ................................................... 24
9.3 Accessing the HDV700 Directory on the PC ................... 24
10 Firmware Updates ............................................................. 25
10.1 Obtaining the Firmware Update File .............................. 25
10.2 Moving the Upgrade File to the HDV700 ........................ 26
10.3 Executing the Firmware Update ................................... 27
11 Specifications................................................................... 28
12 Limited 2–Year Warranty..................................................... 30
13 CUSTOMER SUPPORT ....................................................... 31
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Introduction
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1.1 Overview
Thank you for selecting the HDV700 High Definition VideoScope kit. The kit is
a rugged, splash proof (IP54 display unit) and waterproof (IP67 probe) video
inspection system that includes the VideoScope, a detachable camera probe,
and accessories.
The display unit works with a variety of camera probes as listed in Sections
1.3 and 1.4 below. The probes are especially designed to perform well in diffi-
cult to reach locations and areas unsafe to approach. The probes provide
sharp video and still images and can be safely submerged in fluids, as speci-
fied in the separate instructions provided with each probe.
Check for firmware updates before putting this instrument in operation to en-
sure full compatibility between the VideoScope and the probe. See Section
10.
The HDV700 is battery operated and its internal lithium battery can be
charged by connecting the HDV700 to an AC source using the supplied USB
AC adaptor/charger (see Section 6).
Still images and videos are stored on the supplied micro SD card, inserted in
the HDV700 right side compartment. Stored media can be downloaded to a
PC using the USB-C port (see Sections 8 and 9).
1.2 Product Features
• Large display monitor shows camera images, touch-screen icons, settings
menu, and other information.
• Image/video recording with micro SD card storage.
• PC interface for downloading images/video and updating firmware.
• Micro HDMI port for viewing images on an external monitor.
• Split screen shows forward/side view images simultaneously when using a
dual camera or a mirror accessory.
• Split-screen also compares live images with stored images.
• Internal rechargeable lithium battery runs 6 hours from a full charge.
1.3 Kit Descriptions
Kits Kit Descriptions
HDV710 General Purpose VideoScope Kit with 5.5 mm × 1 m length probe
HDV720 VideoScope Kit with Dual HD Camera 4.9 mm × 1 m length probe
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HDV730 VideoScope Kit with Two-Way Articulation 3.9 mm × 1 m length probe
HDV740 VideoScope Kit with Four-Way Articulation 6.0 mm × 1 m length probe
HDV750 VideoScope Kit with Plumbing Spool and 28 mm × 30 m length probe
Note: To order the VideoScope display unit only, use part number HDV700.
1.4 Available Probes
Probe part number Description
HDV7C-55–HD-1 HD camera probe 5.5 mm x 1 m length
HDV7C-55–3 Camera probe 5.5 mm x 3 m length
HDV7C-49–dual-1 Dual HD camera probe 4.9 mm x 1 m length
HDV7C-A2–39–HD-1 Two-way articulating HD camera probe 3.9 mm x 1 m length
HDV7C-A2–45–15 Two-way articulating camera probe 4.5 mm x 1.5 m length
HDV7C-A4–60–1 Four-way articulating camera probe 6.0 mm x 1 m length
HDV7C-A4–60–3 Four-way articulating camera probe 6.0 mm x 3 m length
HDV7C-P28–30 Plumbing spool and probe 28 mm x 30 m length
1.5 Supplied Equipment (all kits)
• HDV700 High Definition VideoScope
• Camera probe
• USB-C to USB-A charging and PC interface cable
• Power adaptor with AC plugs (for US, UK, EU, AUS)
• Micro HDMI audio-visual cable
• Micro SD card (32 G)
• Printed Quick Start booklet
• Heavy duty carrying/shipping case
1.6 Supplied Equipment (select probes)
• Side view mirror accessory for HDV7C-A4–60–1 and HDV7C-A4–60–3
probes.
• 100 mm (4 in) brush for plumbing spool probe HDV7C-P28–30.
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Safety
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CAUTION
Please read all user instructions and safety guidelines before proceeding.
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the
protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
The battery is not user-serviceable. DO NOT open the unit to replace the bat-
tery or to perform maintenance. Contact FLIR if the unit needs servicing or a
battery replacement.
WARNING
Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced using an incompatible battery type.
WARNING
Failure to use the device without observing the information provided next to the WARNING
symbol may cause serious injury or loss of life.
CAUTION
Failure to use the device without observing the information provided next to the CAUTION
label may cause damage to the product.
WARNING
HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENTS
DO NOTuse this system in explosive environments including gasoline and alcohol storage
tanks.
FLAMMABLE GASES
DO NOTuse this device near flammable gases.
FOR INDUSTRIAL USE ONLY
AVOID EYE INJURY
DO NOT look into the LED worklight or direct the worklight toward the eyes.
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CAUTION
INCOMPATIBLE SUBSTANCES MAY DAMAGE THE PROBE
See the probe user manual for a list of specified liquids into which the probe can be
inserted.
CAUTION
The IP54 splash proof rating applies to the VideoScope display unit. The IP67 water proof
rating applies to all available probes. The right side compartment flap on the display unit
must be fully sealed for the IP54 rating to apply.
CAUTION
For articulation probes, do not operate the articulating controls with the probe in a coiled
position. This can damage the articulation controls.
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Quick Start
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CAUTION
Before putting the unit into operation, ensure that it is running the latest firmware, as ex-
plained in Section 10.
1. If the battery status icon is showing a low charge, or if the unit will not
power up, connect the unit to an AC power source using the supplied AC
adaptor/charger, the charger connects to the USB port located on right
side compartment (see Section 6).
2. Ensure that a micro SD card is inserted in the slot located in the right side
compartment.
3. Carefully connect the camera probe as detailed in Section 5.
4. Remove the protective lens cap from the camera probe.
5. Long press the HDV700 power button (top of unit, on right), the Extech
logo will appear.
6. The camera image will then appear with touch-screen icons, battery status
icon, and date/time (see Section 4).
7. The power status LED (located next to the power button) is green when
power is on, red while charging, and blinking once per second if the ambi-
ent temperature is > 104℉(40℃) or < 32℉(0℃), indicating that charging
has stopped.
8. Long press the power button to switch off the unit.
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Figure 4.1 VideoScope description. Front view on left, back view on left.
4.1 VideoScope
1. Touch-screen and camera monitor.
2. Power LED. Green when powered, red when charging.
3. Power button. Long press ON/OFF.
4. Reset button (recessed). Press to initialize the unit if it becomes
unresponsive.
5. Micro SD card slot. Supplied card stores images and video.
6. Micro HDMI port for connecting external monitor.
7. USB-C port for PC interface and charging.
8. Microphone for recording audio over video.
9. Probe connection.
10. Lanyard post. Lanyard not supplied.
11. Adjustable tilt stand.
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4.2 Touch-Screen
When powered, the display appears as shown below. A description for each
item is provided below.
Figure 4.2 Touch-screen display.
Items in
Figure 4.1 ICON DESCRIPTION
1Tap to capture an image.
2Tap to start or stop a video recording.
3Tap to open the recorded image and video media gallery.
4Tap to open the Settings menu.
5Brightness control icon. Use the touch-screen slider to ad-
just the display brightness.
6 < > Tap to hide the display icons and view a full screen image.
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7Tap to begin comparing stored images with the live camera
feed on a split-screen. When you tap the icon, the image
gallery opens. Select an image from the gallery to compare
with the live image. The screen will split, showing the
stored image and the live image side by side.
Additional touch-screen icons are active in this mode, see
figure below.
1. Live image (default position: left)
2. Stored image (default position: right)
3. Tap the icon and drag the stored image as desired, tap
icon when done
4. Swap left and right images
5. Return to Gallery to select a different image
6. Selected area of image (see step 3 above)
8Tap to rotate image clockwise (90°, 180°, and 270°).
9Tap to flip the image horizontally.
10
For dual camera models and for single camera models us-
ing mirror accessories, tap this icon to show a split screen
with the forward facing (F) and side facing (S) views shown
on a split screen.
For some probes, when tapped, the worklight toggles di-
rection from side to forward or from forward to side.
11 Tap to switch the exposure compensation filter on or off.
The filter gives detail and brightens dark areas in an image.
12 Battery status icon.
13 n/a Camera image shows here.
14 2022/09/21
12:11 Date and time.
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4.3 Using an External Monitor
The micro HDMI port, inside the right side compartment, can be used to con-
nect the HDV700 to an external monitor’s HDMI port. The external monitor will
then show the camera images and other HDV700 display information.
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Connecting the Probe
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With the display unit powered OFF, connect a probe to the display unit as de-
scribed below. The connection is made at the top of the display unit. The con-
nector location is shown in Section 4.
Each probe is supplied with its own user manual, please refer to the probe
user manual for complete information.
Figure 5.1 Connecting the probe to the monitor unit
1. Align the white dot on the probe connector with the dot on the display
connector.
2. Carefully plug the probe into the display unit.
3. Tighten the connecting collar to secure the probe connection.
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Powering the HDV700
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6.1 Power the Display Unit
Long press the power button to power ON or OFF. The power button is lo-
cated on the top of the HDV700, on the right, as shown in Section 4. Check
the battery status indicator, located on the upper right corner of the display,
and charge the battery if necessary before using the instrument.
6.2 Battery Overview
The HDV700 is supplied with an internal, rechargeable lithium battery. The
battery cannot be replaced or serviced in the field, please contact customer
support for assistance. The HDV700 can operate for 6 hours from a full
charge (at room temperature).
6.3 Battery Status Indicators
The battery status indicator is shown on the display on the top right corner.
Three bars indicates a fully charged battery. When the unit is charging, and
the unit is powered on, a lightning bolt symbol is shown in the indicator.
As shown below, the battery is fully charged in image no. 1. In images 2 and 3
the battery energy is decreasing until it is depleted in image no. 4. Image no.
5 shows the icon’s appearance when actively charging.
Figure 6.1 Battery status icon stages
The power status LED (located next to the power button) is green when power
is on, red while charging, and blinking once per second if the ambient temper-
ature is > 40℃(104℉) or < 0℃(32℉), indicating that charging has stopped.
6.4 Charging the Battery
A USB-C cable is supplied and is used to connect the HDV700 to the supplied
AC adaptor/charger (5V / 3A). The USB port is located in the HDV700 right
side compartment. Connect the adaptor to an AC power source to charge.
Do not attempt to charge the battery if the ambient temperature is > 104℉
(40℃) or < 32℉(0℃).
The AC charger is rated for 100 to 240 V AC (50/60 Hz) and international
power adaptors are supplied (for US, UK, EU, AUS). The HDV700 will also
charge while connected to a PC, but the charge time increases. The time
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required to fully charge the battery, from a low battery condition, is typically
3.5 hours using the AC adaptor.
6.5 Power Reset Button
If the HDV700 display freezes or otherwise malfunctions, open the right side
compartment, and short press the reset button. The button is recessed and
requires a pin or similar tool to reach.
When the reset button is pressed the HDV700 switches off. Power up the
HDV700 to begin using the instrument.
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Settings Menu
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7.1 Settings Menu Overview
Figure 7.1 Settings Menu.
The Settings menu allows you to quickly and easily customize the HDV700.
Tap the Settings touch-screen icon to open the menu. The menu has two
pages, tap the up/down arrow touch-screen icons to scroll. Tap a menu item
to access it.
7.2 Menu Item Descriptions
Each menu item is detailed below.
7.2.1 INFO
Tap to open the Information menu.
Figure 7.2 Information Settings Menu
View the firmware version (2) and serial number (3). Tap FIRMWARE UP-
GRADE (4) to upgrade the firmware. Tap FACTORY DEFAULT (5) to reset all
user programmable settings. See Section 14 for details on firmware upgrad-
ing. Tap the left arrow (1) to return to the main menu.
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7.2.2 IMAGE
Tap to open the Image Brightness and Contrast control menu.
Figure 7.3 Image Settings Menu
Tap and drag the sliders (2) as desired. Tap DEFAULT (3) to reset the image
settings. Tap the left arrow (1) to return to the main menu.
7.2.3 SESSION
In the Session menu you can create folders in which to organize images and
video. You can also rename and delete existing folders.
Figure 7.4 Sessions menu.
1. Tap to return to main menu.
2. Tap to open the TAG menu (see next section).
3. Tap to create a new media folder. Tap the touch-screen keyboard charac-
ters to name the new folder, tap DONE when completed.
4. Tap to rename a highlighted folder. Note that you can only rename folders
that you have created. The MEDIA folder is a system folder and cannot be
renamed.
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5. Tap to delete a highlighted folder. Only folders that you have created can
be deleted.
6. Scroll down to the next page (if any).
7. The top number shows the current page. The bottom number shows the
total number of pages. As you create more folders, pages will be automati-
cally added as needed.
8. Scroll to prior pages (if any).
9. List of folders. In this example, New Folder is selected, which is a folder
created by the user.
7.2.4 TAG
Tags are custom text messages that can be superimposed on images. Tags
can include up to 20 characters. Up to three text strings can be added to im-
ages. You can select on which corner the messages are affixed and how the
messages appear (in a horizontal string or stacked vertically).
Tags are only superimposed on images that are taken AFTER you create the
tags. If you wish to add text to existing images, see Section 8. To stop adding
text tags to images, de-select the currently selected folder (item no. 8 in Fig-
ure below).
Figure 7.5 TAG menu.
1. Tap to return to main menu.
2. Tap to select the folder in which tagged images will be stored. Note that
this will take you temporarily back to the Session menu (see previous
section).
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3. Tap to add, rename, or delete tags. If three tags are already created, you
cannot create a new one. Highlight and delete a tag if you wish to make
room for a new tag. When creating tags, the touch-screen keyboard will
appear. Type the tag text and then tap DONE when completed.
4. Tap the corner that you wish to affix the tag(s).
5. Tap to format the tags so that they are stacked vertically on the selected
corner of the images (see Figure 7.6 below).
6. Tap to format the tags so that they are shown horizontally on the selected
corner of the images.
7. User-created tags.
8. Tap to enable the highlighted folder where the tagged images will be
stored.
9. Folder name where images will be stored.
Figure 7.6 Tags shown horizontally (1) and vertically (2).
7.2.5 USB CARD READER
There are no programmable settings to adjust in this menu. The menu text
turns from grey to white, and the USB icon appears, when the HDV700 is
connected to a PC. While connected, you can move images and video from
the SD card to a PC and update the firmware. See Section 9, for PC interface
information, and Section 10, for firmware updating.
7.2.6 SD CARD
Tap SD CARD to open the menu.
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