Larson Electronics ATX-EXPCMR-BP-HH-QXGA User manual

ATEX, IECEx and
MET (Class I, Division
1) Safety Instructions
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation
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Contents
1Safety Instructions............................................................................................... 3
1.1 Storage of this Manual ................................................................................. 3
1.2 Special Conditions for Safe Use................................................................... 3
1.2.1 ATEX, IECEx and MET ......................................................................... 3
1.3 List of Notes ................................................................................................. 3
2User guide ........................................................................................................... 5
2.1 Changing / installing the cells....................................................................... 5
3Structure and Function ........................................................................................ 6
3.1 Intended Purpose Usage.............................................................................. 6
3.2 Transportation and Storage.......................................................................... 6
3.3 Authorized Persons ...................................................................................... 6
3.4 Cleaning and Maintenance........................................................................... 6
3.5 Safety Precautions ....................................................................................... 6
3.6 Cleaning and Maintenance Intervals ............................................................ 7
3.7 Aggressive substances and environments ................................................... 7
3.8 Exposure to external stresses ...................................................................... 7
4Technical Data .................................................................................................... 8
How to Operate the Camera
For instructions on how to operate the camera, please see the Quick Start Guide which is
included with the camera, at the end of this manual.
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1 Safety Instructions
1.1 Storage of this Manual
Keep this user manual safe and in the vicinity of the device. All persons required to work with the
device should be advised on where this manual is stored.
1.2 Special Conditions for Safe Use
1.2.1 ATEX, IECEx and MET
Taken from ITS09ATEX26868X Issue 6 (Amended January 2017) Section 15, IECExITS09.0027X Issue 6
(February 2017) and MET Report 93519 (August 2017)
The conditions of safe use relating to this product:
For Group II and MET applications only, the user shall not carry more than a maximum of two spare
approved AA cells into the hazardous area. Precautions shall be taken to prevent short circuiting of
un-protected battery terminals. Discharged cells shall be removed from the hazardous area.
For Group I applications:
•Duracell MN 1500 and Duracell Industrial ID 1500 are the only type of battery permitted.
•The changing of the batteries in the hazardous area and the transportation of spare batteries
into the hazardous area is not permitted.
The temperature class for the equipment is determined by the type of batteries used:
•T4: Duracell MN 1500, Duracell Industrial ID 1500
•T3: Energizer E91, Panasonic LR6XWA (ATEX and IECEx Group II applications only)
See Table 1.
Please read this Safety Manual for battery types permitted (restrictions are applicable due to
temperature rating). See Table 1.
The end user must not mix different types of cells from different manufacturers when used within
equipment.
The USB port shall only be connected in the non-hazardous area.
If the camera is damaged in any way, it shall be removed from the hazardous area.
Conditions of manufacture relating to the product / routine test: None
1.3 List of Notes
The notes supplied in this chapter provide information on the following.
•Danger! / Warning!
oPossible hazard to life or health.
•Caution
oPossible damage to property.
•Important
oPossible damage to enclosure, device or associated equipment.
•Information
oNotes on the optimum use of the device
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Warning! For ATEX /IECEx GROUP II applications, ONLY Duracell Plus MN1500,
Duracell ID1500, Energizer E91 or Panasonic LR6XWA cells may be used
with the camera (see Table 1).
Warning! For MET applications, ONLY Duracell Plus MN1500, Duracell ID1500
or Energizer E91 cells may be used with the camera (see Table 1).
Warning! For ATEX / IECEx GROUP I applications, ONLY Duracell Plus MN1500
and Duracell ID 1500 cells may be used with the camera (see Table 1).
Warning! For ATEX / IECEx GROUP II and MET applications ONLY, the user shall
not carry more than a maximum of 2 spares of the approved cells listed
above into the hazardous area. Precautions shall be taken to prevent
short circuiting of un-protected cell terminals. Discharged cells shall be
removed from the hazardous area.
Warning! For ATEX / IECEx GROUP I applications, the changing of cells in the
hazardous area or the transportation of spare cells into the hazardous
area is NOT PERMITTED.
Warning! NOTE THE DIFFERENT TEMPERATURE CLASSSIFICATION of T3 /T3C
when Energizer E91 or Panasonic LR6XWA cells are used (see Table 1).
Warning! The user shall NOT mix different cells in ANY application
Warning! For ATEX / IECEx GROUP II applications, note that the rated ambient
temperature range of the equipment is from -20oC to 60oC.
Warning! For ATEX / IECEx GROUP I applications, note that the rated ambient
temperature range of the equipment is from 0oC to 60oC.
Warning! For MET applications, note that the rated ambient temperature range of
the equipment is from -20oC to 55oC.
Warning! Any connection to the camera USB port must NOT be made in a
hazardous area.
Warning! If any damage to the camera is found which may invalidate the required
safety minimum IP rating (IP54 for group I applications), (IP20 for
group II), the camera shall be removed from the hazardous area.
Important Any repairs or replacement of parts MUST be performed by the
manufacturer or its nominated sub-contractor or agent.
Important The camera contains no user serviceable parts. The main part of the
enclosure must not be opened under any circumstances.
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Table 1 cell usage table
2 User guide
2.1 Changing / installing the cells
To change or install the cells in the camera, turn the screw as indicated below to
remove the cover.
Install the cells in the correct orientation (indicated on the enclosure) and close the lid
again.
Application
Duracell
MN1500
Duracell
Industrial
ID1500
Energizer
E91
Panasonic
LR6XWA
ATEX / IECEx
GROUP II
OK, T4 at
60oC
OK, T4 at
60oC
OK, T3 at
60oC
OK, T3 at
60oC
ATEX / IECEx
GROUP I
OK, T4 at
60oC
OK, T4 at
60oC
CANNOT
BE USED
CANNOT
BE USED
MET
OK, T4 at
55oC
OK, T4 at
55oC
OK, T3C at
50oC
CANNOT
BE USED
To close it again, turn the
coin clockwise, the screw
should click into place once
correctly seated.
Use a coin to turn the
screw anti-clockwise, the
lid should then pop up.
To close it again, turn the
coin clockwise, the screw
should click into place
once correctly seated.
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3 Structure and Function
3.1 Intended Purpose Usage
Important Before setting the unit to work, read the technical documentation
carefully.
Important The latest version of the technical documentation or the corresponding
technical supplements is valid in each case.
The camera is built using modern components and is extremely reliable in
operation; however it must only be used for its intended purpose. Please note that
the intended purpose also includes compliance with the instructions issued by the
manufacturer for installation, setting up and service.
Any other use is regarded as conflicting with the intended purpose. If the equipment
is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the
equipment may be impaired. The manufacturer is not liable for any subsequent
damage resulting from such inadmissible use. The user bears the sole risk in such
cases.
3.2 Transportation and Storage
All camera devices must be so transported and stored that they are not subjected to
any excessive mechanical stresses.
3.3 Authorized Persons
Only persons trained for the purpose are authorized to handle the camera; they must
be familiar with the unit and must be aware of the regulation and provisions required
for explosion protection as well as the relevant accident prevention regulations.
3.4 Cleaning and Maintenance
The camera and all its components require no maintenance. All work on the
camera by personnel who are not expressly qualified for such activities will cause
the Ex approval and the guarantee to become void.
3.5 Safety Precautions
Important For the installation, maintenance and cleaning of the units, it is
absolutely necessary to observe the applicable regulations and
provisions concerned with explosion protection (EN 60079-0, EN 60079-
14) as well as the Accident Prevention Regulations.
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3.6 Cleaning and Maintenance Intervals
The cleaning intervals depend on the environment where the system is installed.
3.7 Aggressive substances and environments
The camera is not designed to come into contact with aggressive substances or
environments, please be aware that additional protection may be required.
3.8 Exposure to external stresses
The camera is not designed to be subjected to excessive stresses e.g. vibration,
heat, impact. Additional protection is required to protect against these
external stresses. The camera will require additional protection if it is used in a
location where it may be subjected to damage.
The camera may be fitted with the optional antistatic rubber boot accessory
supplied by Larson. However, this does not guarantee any additional impact
resistance, and due care must still be taken to avoid damage to the unit, and to
inspect it before taking into a hazardous area.
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4 Technical Data
ATEX Certification
II 1 G Ex ia IIB T4/T3 Ga, II 2 G Ex ia IIC T4/T3 Gb, -20°C ≤Ta≤ +60°C
I M1 Ex ia I Ma 0°C ≤Ta≤ +60°C
IECEx Certification
Ex ia IIB T4/T3 Ga, II 2 G Ex ia IIC T4/T3 Gb, -20°C ≤Ta≤ +60°C
Ex ia I Ma 0°C ≤Ta≤ +60°C
MET Certification
Class I, Div 1 Group A-D T4/T3C (USA and Canada)
Compliance
EMC: EN 55022 1998 class B, EN 55024 1999
LV: EN 60950 2002
FCC: FCC: Class A device, compliance through verification route
Dimensions
132mm x 32mm x 22mm (5.20” x 1.26” x 0.87”)
IP Rating
IP65 / NEMA3R
Operating Temperature
ATEX / IECEx Group II -20ºC to +60ºC / Group I 0°C to +60°C / MET -20ºC to +50/55ºC
Weight
Approx 200g including batteries
Housing
Injection moulded antistatic plastic housing, supplied with antistatic silicone rubber
boot for additional shock protection
Relative humidity
95% RH non condensing
Power
2 x Alkaline AA batteries, refer to this Safety Manual (Table 1) for details on range of
approved batteries. Batteries may not be carried or changed in Group I hazardous areas.
Memory
On board 1Gbyte NAND Flash (holds approx 5,000 JPEG images without any audio
recording and additional 960Kbytes per min for audio)
Image
3.1 Mega-Pixel (2048 x 1536 resolution)
Lens
Autofocus lens, effective focal length 3.39mm, F2.8, 68odiagonal field of view
Focal Distance
5cm to infinity
View Finder
Two element optical view finder
Power Modes
Operate and auto power-down (after 3 mins)
Battery Life
Up to 600 shots without flash and up to 100 shots with flash taken one after the other. 170
shots as per the CIPA DC-002 standard (mixed mode shots with and without flash)
Note it is very difficult to be precise about exact numbers as there are many factors that can
influence this such as the ambient temperature, how long the camera is powered up,
number of voice recordings made and the number and length of time it is connected to a PC
for transferring picture and voice data.
Connectivity
USB 1.1 via mini-USB socket for use in the safe area only. Certified for direct connection to
a PC without requiring an external protection barrier
OS Support
PTP imaging device in Windows XP/Vista/7 and most versions of Linux.
USB firmware upgrade utility for Windows XP/Vista/7/10 only.
Flash
4 LED flash giving 131 lux.seconds of energy at 67ms exposure
Audio recording format
wav
Image format
jpeg
Time and Date
Time and date stamping of stored images and filenames
Time and date set via Picture Transfer Protocol (PTP) automatically
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ON OFF
FLASH RECORD
Quick Start Guide
Package Contents
•Camera
• SafetyInstructions
• TwoapprovedAAbatteries
• InternalUSBlead
• 1lanyard
ON OFF
FLASH RECORD
Using the ash
Voice record function
Good Picture
To indicate a good picture
has been taken, all three
lights flash TOGETHER
three times and you will
hear a beep.
Bad Picture
To indicate a bad picture
has been taken, the three
lights flash IN SEQUENCE
three times from right to
left ie. red, blue, green,
red, blue, green and red,
blue, green.
All three
lights flash
TOGETHER
The three
lights flash
IN SEQUENCE
right to left
Good Picture
To indicate a good picture
has been taken, all three
lights flash TOGETHER
three times and you will
hear a beep.
Bad Picture
To indicate a bad picture
has been taken, the three
lights flash IN SEQUENCE
three times from right to
left ie. red, blue, green,
red, blue, green and red,
blue, green.
All three
lights flash
TOGETHER
The three
lights flash
IN SEQUENCE
right to left
Good Picture
To indicate a good picture
has been taken, all three
lights flash TOGETHER
three times and you will
hear a beep.
Bad Picture
To indicate a bad picture
has been taken, the three
lights flash IN SEQUENCE
three times from right to
left ie. red, blue, green,
red, blue, green and red,
blue, green.
All three
lights flash
TOGETHER
The three
lights flash
IN SEQUENCE
right to left
Good Picture
To indicate a good picture
has been taken, all three
lights flash TOGETHER
three times and you will
hear a beep.
Bad Picture
To indicate a bad picture
has been taken, the three
lights flash IN SEQUENCE
three times from right to
left ie. red, blue, green,
red, blue, green and red,
blue, green.
All three
lights flash
TOGETHER
The three
lights flash
IN SEQUENCE
right to left
Good picture
Toindicatea
goodpicturehas
beentaken,all
threelightsash
TOGETHERthree
timesandyouwill
hearabeep
Bad picture
Toindicateabad
picture,thethree
lightsashIN
SEQUENCEthree
timesfromrightto
lefti.e.red,blue,
greenetc.
Picture quality
PicturequalityisindicatedbytheLEDs(below).All
picturesarestoredasoccasionallyconditionsmean
itisnotpossibletogetaperfectpictureandapoor
oneisbetterthannopicture.Howeveritisstrongly
recommendedthatanotherpictureistaken.
Downloading pictures
Simplyturnonthecamera,connecttheUSB
cabletoaWindows7/VistaorXPPCand
followtheon-screeninstructions.
This quick start guide
explains how to use
the camera and its
various functions. For
Safety Instructions
please refer to
instructions enclosed
with your camera.
Presstheashbutton
andtheredLEDwillstart
toash.TheLEDwill
becomesolidindicating
theashisreadyforuse.
ThegreenLEDashing
slowlyindicateslowbattery.
Onceenabled-theash
functionisautomatici.e.will
onlyoperateinlowlight
conditions
Allowsavoicemessage
tobeassociated
withapicture.Press
recordbutton-blue
LEDindicatesfeature
enabled.Takeapicture
intheusualwaybut
CONTINUEtoholdthe
picturebutton.
Whenthebluelight
ashes,recordyour
messageandrelease
picturebuttonwhen
nished.
Plug into
any PC
via the
USB port
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ON OFF
FLASH RECORD Hold the
FLASH &
RECORD
buttons
together
FLASH RECORD
ON OFF
Press and
hold the
large square
button
Inserting the battery
Tochangeorinstallthebatteries,
turnthescrewasindicatedbelow
toremovethecover
Installthebatteriesinthecorrect
orientation(indicatedonthe
enclosure)andclosethelid
again.PLEASE NOTE:Only those
batteries listed in the Safety
Instructions can be used.
Switching the camera
on and off
GreenLEDwillash
rapidlyfor~10
seconds&theBlue
andRedLEDwillash
briey.TheGreen
LEDthengoessolid
whenready.The
greenLEDashing
slowlyindicatesalow
batterylevel
Taking a picture
1. Pressandhold
picturebuttonuntil
greenLEDstarts
ashingrapidly.
2. WaitforgreenLED
tostopashingbefore
moving
Viewfinder
Function Lights
Record Button
Coin operated
access to battery
compartment
and USB port
Flash Button
Shutter Button
NB. When pressed
simultaneously the
Record and Flash
Buttons are also
used to switch the
camera on and off.
Preparing for use
Thecameraisshippedwithaprotectivefilm
fittedtothefrontandrearwindows.Thisshould
becarefullyremovedbeforeuse.
Thecameramaybeusedwiththeprotective
rubberoverbootsupplied.Onlytherubber
overbootsuppliedbyLarsonshouldbeusedas
itismadefromelectrostatically-dissipative
material.
Open the
camera back
with a coin
USB Port
Battery
compartment
PictureButton
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