LAVAL UNDERGROUND SURVEYS R-CAM 1000 XLT User manual

L A V A L U N D E R G R O U N D S U R V E Y S
R-CAM 1000/1300 XLT
OPERATION MANUAL
LAVAL UNDERGROUND SURVEYS
2476 North Bundy Drive, Fresno Ca. 93727
Phone [phone] · Fax [phone]
www.lavalunderground.com

Table of Content
Operating Checklist......................................................................................................................... 1
Before Starting Setup.................................................................................................................. 1
Connecting the Camera............................................................................................................... 2
System Start Up........................................................................................................................... 3
CAUTION/ATTENTION..................................................................................................................... 4
Maintenance Instructions............................................................................................................... 5
Description of Equipment............................................................................................................... 6
Overall ......................................................................................................................................... 6
Camera ........................................................................................................................................ 6
Reel Assembly ............................................................................................................................. 8
Power Supply............................................................................................................................... 8
Control Unit................................................................................................................................. 9
DVR Guide..................................................................................................................................... 12
Keyboard Functions................................................................................................................... 13
Getting Started.......................................................................................................................... 13
Play Video.................................................................................................................................. 14
View Snapshots ......................................................................................................................... 14
Overlays..................................................................................................................................... 14
File Management ...................................................................................................................... 15
Setup ......................................................................................................................................... 16
Helpful DVR Tips........................................................................................................................ 18
Counter Instructions ..................................................................................................................... 19
Preset Mode.............................................................................................................................. 19
Position Mode ........................................................................................................................... 19
Standard Mode.......................................................................................................................... 20
CAL by Reel Mode ..................................................................................................................... 20
CAL by CNT/REV Mode.............................................................................................................. 20
Status Mode .............................................................................................................................. 21
Water Well Clarification................................................................................................................ 22
Troubleshooting Guide ................................................................................................................. 24
WARRANTY.................................................................................................................................... 26

System Unpack and Check
Carefully unpack the shipment and check the unit for the following:
Centering Bands
(with Collars)
Camera
Camera Case
Winch
Auxiliary Power Cable
Control Cable
Power Cable
12 Volt Battery
Control Unit
Battery Charger
TriLight
Lens Shield
Optional Accessories
(Sold Separately)
See www.lavalparts.com
for more details
Cable Head Repair Kit

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Operating Checklist
Before Starting Setup
1. Remove the 12V Battery Pack (Figure 1 Item 5) and insert the Battery Fuse and Cap
into the Fuse Holder (Figure 1 Item 7) on the battery pack.
2. Connect the 12V Battery Pack to the Battery Charger and charge for a minimum of
24 hours prior to usage. ENSURE THE FUSE IS IN THE BATTERY WHEN CHARGING.
3. Unpack the Reel Assembly (Figure 1 Item 1). To reposition the Boom Arm: remove
the locking pin at the base of the Boom Arm (Figure 2 Item 1), rotate the Boom Arm
180 degrees, place the Boom Arm back on the base, and replace the locking pin.
4. Install the shelf on to the Reel Handle using the included Hardware.
5. Ensure the REEL CONTROL Power (Figure 4 Item 1) and CAM CONTROL Power (Figure
4 Item 2) Switches are in the OFF Position.
6. Position the Reel Control FORWARD-STOP-REVERSE Switch (Figure 4 Item 3) to STOP
and the SPEED Control Dial (Figure 4 Item 4) to MIN.
7. Connect the Reel Control and Power Cable (Figure 1 Item 2) from the Reel Assembly
(Figure 1 Item 7) to the REEL CONTROL (Figure 4 Item 5) and REEL POWER (Figure 4
Items 6) Connectors on the
Control Unit (Figure 1 Item 3).
Connect the Power Cable (Figure
1 Item 4) from the Control Unit 12
VDC input (Figure 4 Item 7) to the
12 VDC Battery (Figure 1 Item 5).
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Connecting the Camera
1. Turn the SPEED Dial (Figure 4 Item 4) all the way to MIN.
2. Place the REEL CONTROL Power Switch on the Control Unit in the ON position (Figure 4
Item 1).
3. Flip the Reel Control FORWARD-STOP-REVERSE Switch (Figure 4 Item 3) to the
FORWARD position and turn the SPEED Dial (Figure 4 Item 4) slowly towards the MAX.
4. Run out enough cable so that the Camera (Figure 1 Item 6) when connected is centered
above the hole.
5. Position the REEL CONTROL Power Switch to OFF (Figure 4 Item 1).
6. Before connecting the Camera to the Cable head (Figure 3 Item 1) inspect the O-rings in
both connectors to be sure they are clear of debris or any contamination. Also check for
any wear or damage. The O-rings should also be re-lubricated on a regular basis. Use a
NEMA-rated O-rings lubricant.
7. Slide the Centering Band Assy (Figure 3 Item 2) and Upper Support Tube (Figure 3 Item
3) beveled end first, over and past the Cable head (Figure 3 Item 1). Connect the Twist
Locking Cable head Connector to the Camera by carefully aligning the keyway on the
connectors together and twisting the lock until seated. The cable head connector
should only be hand tightened.
Never over tighten the connectors
or upper support tube.
8. Thread the Upper Support Tube to
the top of the Camera. Position the
Lower Centering Band Collar on the
Camera Housing (Figure 3 Item 4) at
least ½” above the Side View Port
(Figure 3 Item 5). DO NOT ATTACH
THE CENTERING BAND COLLAR TO
WITHIN ½” OF THE GLASS PORT.
Position the Upper Collar on the
Upper Support Tube so that the
Centering Bands are extended to
approximately ½ inch less than the
diameter of the well or borehole
being inspected.
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