GE Mentor Visual iQ User manual

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Visual iQ VideoProbe
User’s Manual
MVIQAMANUAL Rev. B
Mentor

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Table of Contents
Introduction 4
About this Manual 4
Getting Help 4
System Overview 4
Safety Information 6
Informations sur la sécurité 8
Start Up 10
 ComponentIdentication 10
Touchscreen and Keys – Dual Control Systems 11
Unpacking, Assembling, and Powering the Visual iQ 12
Unpacking and Putting Away the System (Small Case) 12
Unpacking and Putting Away the System (Large Case) 13
About the Battery 14
Supplying Power to the Visual iQ 15
 PoweringtheVisualiQOnandO 15
Changing Probes and Optical Tips 16
Setting Up the Visual iQ Operating System 17
 WorkingwithProles 18
System Setup 19
Screen & Display Setup 21
Connectivity Setup (WiFi, Bluetooth, PCs, and Networks) 22
Image & Video Setup 24
Measurement & Annotation Setup 25
Capturing and Adjusting Images 26
Steering the Probe 26
Freezing the Image 27
Selecting a View 28
Saving Image Files 29
Working with a Recalled Image 30
Zoom to Magnify 31
Image Transformation Settings 32
Working with Preset Image Transformation Settings 34
Working with a Split Screen 35
Annotating with Text and Arrows 36
Adding Audio Notes to an Image 37
Working with Video 38
Recording Live Video 38
Working with a Recalled Video 38
Measuring Features and Indications 39
3D Phase Measurements (3DPM) 41
Stereo Measurements 46
Comparison Measurements 52
Troubleshooting Measurements 53
Managing Files 54
Working with Removable Storage Devices 54
Editing Files and Folders/Creating Folders 55
MDI 56
Loading and Unloading Menu Directed Inspections 56
Starting a Menu Directed Inspection 57
Entering Study Level Information 57
Selecting an Inspection Point 58
Saving an Image or Video in an MDI Inspection 59
Viewing Reference Material 60
Stopping and Resuming an Inspection 60
Generating an MDI Report 61
Customizing an MDI Report 62
Maintenance and Troubleshooting 63
Inspecting and Cleaning the System 63
Troubleshooting Guide 65
Appendices 68
 AppendixA.TechnicalSpecications 68
Appendix B. Optical Tip Table 71
Appendix C. Chemical Compatibility 72
Appendix D. Warranty 72
Appendix E. Verifying Measurement Tips 73
Appendix F. Environmental Compliance 74
Appendix G. Regulatory Compliance 75
Appendix H. Creating a Personalized Logo File 79
Appendix I. Open Source Software Availability 80
Appendix J. Restoring Factory Settings 80
Index 81

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Introduction
About this Manual
This manual and the related equipment is intended for visual inspection technicians with a basic understanding of inspection principles and practices, and who are familiar with
basic computer operations, but who may not have experience with a video borescope system.
The manual contains safety, compliance, and basic operating and maintenance instructions for the Visual iQ VideoProbe™ system.
To ensure operator safety, please read and understand this manual prior to using the system.
Getting Help
For additional assistance, go to www.ge-mcs.com for a complete listing of contact information. Technical Support contact information follows:
Global Phone: [phone]
Email: IT[email protected]
Website: http://www.geittechsupport.com
System Overview
The rugged and dependable Mentor Visual iQ® system is an advanced exible video borescope used for remote visual inspection.
Working through access passages, the Visual iQ system delivers high-resolution images of internal details of turbine engines, airframes, automotive engines, piping, vessels, wind-
turbine gear boxes, underwater structures, etc.
The probe’s beroptic bundle illuminates the inspection area with light generated by an advanced Light Engine in the probe. At the end of the probe, a miniature camera assembly
converts the image into an electronic image, and sends it back through the probe. The system displays the image on the handset. No focusing is required, because the Visual iQ
system contains a xed-focus optical system with a large depth of eld.
Measurement capabilities allow your system to analyze and measure indications and features.
The Visual iQ system is compatible with USB thumb drives, USB keyboards, USB portable drives, and most other USB-based storage devices.
With our QuickChange™ interchangeable probes, you can quickly recongure the system for maximum productivity.

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Standard Equipment
Visual iQ
2-hour Li-Ion Battery
Visual iQ Storage Case
AC Adapter/Battery Charger
Optical Tip Storage Case
USB Thumbdrive Containing Documentation, including User's Manual
Safety and Essential Use Hard Copy
Quickstart Card
Optional Accessories
Display Port Video Cable
Insertion Tube Gripper
Insertion Tube Rigidizer
Handset Holder
Headset (wired or wireless)
Cables
Belt Clip
Keyboard (wired or wireless)
Optical Tips
Measuring Optical Tips
Mini-Magic Arm Clamp Kit
Magic Arm Kit
External Monitor
Large Visual iQ Case
Optional Software
Menu Directed Inspection (MDI)—Intelligent le naming, image management, and post-
inspection reporting.
Inspection Manager (Re-measurement PC Application)

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Safety Information
Note: Before using or servicing the system, read and understand the following safety information.
Symbols and Terms
The following symbols appear on the product: , .See accompanying documentation.
General Warnings
The following warning statements apply to use of the system in general. Warning statements that apply specically to particular procedures appear in the corresponding
sections of the manual.
Do not allow the conductive insertion tube, system or its working tools to come in direct contact with any voltage or current source. Prevent all contact with live electrical
conductors or terminals. Damage to the equipment and/or electrical shock to the operator may result.
Do not use this system in explosive environments.
USE PROPERLY. Using any piece of this equipment in a manner not specied by the manufacturer may impair the product’s ability to protect the user from harm.
General Cautions
The following caution statements apply to use of the Visual iQ device in general. Caution statements that apply specically to particular procedures appear in the corresponding
sections of the manual.
Before using the camera system, install an optical tip or the head guard, which prevents damage to the tip-attachment mechanism. Keep the head guard on whenever no
optical tip is in place.
Handle the Probe Carefully: Keep the insertion tube away from sharp objects that might penetrate its outer sheath. Keep the whole insertion tube as straight as possible during
operation; loops or bends anywhere in the tube decrease its ability to steer the probe tip. Avoid bending the insertion tube sharply.
Note: Always use the Home function to straighten the bending neck before withdrawing insertion tube from an inspection area or putting probe away. Never pull, twist, or
straighten the bending neck by hand; internal damage may result. At the rst sign of damage, return the probe for repair.
Certain substances may damage the probe. For a list of substances that are safe for the probe, see “Chemical Compatibility” in the Appendix.

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Battery Warnings
Only use the battery and power supply specied for use with the system. Before use, thoroughly review the instructions in this manual for the battery and battery charger to
fully understand the information contained in them, and observe the instructions during use.
WARNING
• Do not place the battery in re or exceed the battery operating temperature.
• Do not pierce the battery with nails, strike the battery with a hammer, step on the battery, or otherwise subject it to strong impacts or shocks.
• Do not expose the battery to water or salt water, or allow the battery to get wet (IP55 – Disassembled, IP67 – Assembled).
• Do not disassemble or modify the battery.
• The instrument contains a Lithium Ion battery and magnesium in its case. Should the instrument be involved in a re, use an extinguisher approved for use on electrical and
ammable metal res. Water must not be used.
Battery Communication Error: Exists when the Visual iQ shows this message on the display. If the problem persists, please contact your nearest customer support
center.
Using the battery outside its recommended operating range will result in degradation of the performance and service life. When storing the battery, be sure to remove it from
the handset.
Recommended ambient temperature range for Li-ion battery operation:
Discharge (when using the instrument): -20°C to 46°C
Recharging: 0°C to 40°C
Storage: -25°C to +60°C

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Informations sur la sécurité
Remarque: avant l’utilisation ou l’entretien du système, vous devez lire et comprendre les informations de sécurité qui suivent.
Symboles et termes employés
Les symboles suivants sont apposés sur le produit: , . Voir la documentation jointe.
Avertissements généraux
Les avertissements suivants s’appliquent à l’utilisation du système en général. Les avertissements qui s’appliquent spéci quement à des procédures particulières sont indiqués
dans les sections correspondantes de ce manuel.
Le système Visual iQ et les outils de travail qui l’accompagnent ne doivent jamais entrer en contact direct avec une source de tension ou de courant. Évitez tout contact
avec des conducteurs ou des bornes électriques sous tension. L’équipement risquerait d’être endommagé, ou l’opérateur de subir un choc électrique.
N’utilisez pas ce système dans un environnement à risque d’explosion.
UTILISER CORRECTEMENT. Si un élément de cet équipement est utilisé d’une manière non indiquée par le fabricant, l’utilisateur peut ne plus être protégé des risques de
blessure.
Mentions générales « Attention »
Les mentions « Attention » qui suivent s’appliquent à l’utilisation de l’appareil Visual iQ en général. Les mentions « Attention » qui s’appliquent spéci quement à des procédures
particulières sont indiquées dans les sections correspondantes du manuel.
MANIPULER LA SONDE AVEC PRÉCAUTION. Maintenez la gaine de la sonde à l’écart d’objets pointus ou tranchants qui risqueraient de traverser son fourreau. Maintenez toute
la gaine aussi droite que possible pendant l’utilisation : en cas de boucle ou de courbure, il est plus dif cile de piloter le bout de la sonde. Évitez de trop courber la gaine.
Remarque : utilisez toujours le bouton de rangement pour redresser le béquillage avant de rétracter la gaine de la zone d’inspection ou de ranger la sonde. Ne manipulez
jamais le béquillage à la main pour le tirer, le courber ou le redresser : vous risqueriez de l’endommager à l’intérieur. Envoyez la sonde en réparation au premier signe
d’endommagement.
Certaines substances risquent d’endommager la sonde. Pour consulterla liste des substances sans danger pour la sonde, voir Compatibilité Chimique en annexe.
L’appareil comporte une batterie lithium ion et du magnésium à l’intérieur de son boîtier. En cas d’incendie de l’appareil, servez-vous d’un extincteur agréé pour une utilisation
sur les incendies électriques et les métaux inammables. En aucun cas, n’utilisez de l’eau.

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Avertissements liés à la batterie
Utilisez uniquement la batterie et l’alimentation spéci ées pour être utilisées avec le système Visual iQ. Avant utilisation, lisez attentivement les instructions contenues dans ce
manuel relatives à la batterie et au chargeur de batterie pour bien les comprendre, et respectez ces instructions pendant l’utilisation de l’appareil.
AVERTISSEMENT
• Ne jetez pas la batterie au feu et ne dépassez pas sa temperature de fonctionnement.
• Ne percez pas la batterie avec des clous, ne la frappez pas avec un marteau, ne marchez pas dessus et ne la soumettez pas à des impacts ou des chocs violents.
• N’exposez pas la batterie à l’eau douce ou salée, et évitez de la mouiller.
• Ne désassemblez pas la batterie et ne la modi ez pas.
Erreur de communication de la batterie. Veuillez contacter le Service clientèle au numéro [phone].
L’utilisation de la batterie en dehors de la plage de fonctionnement recommandée entraînerait une dégradation de ses performances et de sa longévité. Lorsque vous stockez la
batterie, veillez à la retirer de sa base.
Plage de température recommandée pour le fonctionnement de la batterie Lithium-Ion.
Décharge (à l’utilisation de l’appareil) : -20°C à +46°C Recharge , 0°C à +40°C Stockage, -25°C à +60°C

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Start Up
ComponentIdentication
1– LCD Touchscreen
2– DisplayPort Output (2.1), USB 3.0 Client Micro B Port (2.2), Two USB 3.0 Host Type A
Ports (2.3), 3.5 mm Headset/Microphone Jack (2.4).
3– Two-hour Lithium Ion Battery
4– Battery Release Button
5– Battery Charge Indicator
6– AC Adaptor Input
7– Function (or Soft) Keys (four total)
8– Back Button: short press moves back one screen, long press moves to live screen. This also serves
as the POWER ON button.
9– Save Button: short press launches a Quick Save, long press opens or closes the Save Options Menu.
10– Joystick Controls Articulation and Menu Navigation (push the joystick left/right/up/down to navigate
menus and sub-menus).
11 – Enter Button: short press toggles between frozen and live frames and selects Done / Accept, a
long press performs a 3DPM Capture.
12 – Menu Button: short press opens or closes the Global Menu, long press toggles between rst and
second level soft button rows.
Note: Follow the selection sequence shown here to
navigate the Global Menu and select the Operating
Language.
13 – Trigger Button 1 (Upper): provides the same
function as the Enter Button. Trigger Button 2 (Lower):
short press toggles articulation mode between steer-
and-stay and steering modes. When in steer-and-
stay mode, a Lock icon appears. Long press returns
the articulation system to the neutral (home) position.
14 – Insertion Tube/Camera assembly
15 – Interchangeable VideoProbe (Note: Includes
Insertion Tube/Camera assembly)