MICRO-EPSILON Top-Line User manual

Instruction Manual
Top-Line Video Endoscope

Video endoscope for machines, plants and cavities
MICRO-EPSILON Eltrotec GmbH
Heinkelstraße 2
73066 Uhingen / Germany
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
e-mail [email protected]
www.micro-epsilon.com
Certified acc. to DIN EN ISO 9001: 2008

Top-Line Video Endoscope
Contents
1. Safety ........................................................................................................................................ 7
1.1 Symbols Used ................................................................................................................................................. 7
1.2 Warnings.......................................................................................................................................................... 7
1.3 Notes on CE Indentification............................................................................................................................. 8
1.4 Proper Use....................................................................................................................................................... 8
1.5 Proper Environment......................................................................................................................................... 9
2. Functional Principle, Technical Data ..................................................................................... 10
2.1 Short Description........................................................................................................................................... 10
2.2 Technical Data ............................................................................................................................................... 10
2.3 Endoscope Types .......................................................................................................................................... 11
3. Delivery ................................................................................................................................... 12
3.1 Unpacking...................................................................................................................................................... 12
3.2 Storage .......................................................................................................................................................... 12
4. Description ............................................................................................................................. 13
4.1 Setup of the Video Endoscope ..................................................................................................................... 13
4.2 Flexible Probe ............................................................................................................................................... 14
4.3 Probe Tip ....................................................................................................................................................... 14
4.4 Control Lever ................................................................................................................................................. 15
4.5 Locking .......................................................................................................................................................... 15
4.6 Control Elements ........................................................................................................................................... 16
4.7 Operating Menu............................................................................................................................................. 17
4.8 Inputs /Outputs .............................................................................................................................................. 18
5. Assembly ............................................................................................................................... 19
5.1 Screwing the 90 ° Prism Head....................................................................................................................... 19
5.2 Mounting the Light Source ............................................................................................................................ 20
6. Operation ................................................................................................................................ 23
6.1 Switching On ................................................................................................................................................. 23
6.2 Switching Off.................................................................................................................................................. 23
6.3 Holding the Video Endoscope ...................................................................................................................... 23
6.4 Controlling the Probe Tip............................................................................................................................... 24
6.5 Inserting the Video Endoscope ..................................................................................................................... 25

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6.6 Pulling out the Video Endoscope.................................................................................................................. 26
6.7 Operating Modes........................................................................................................................................... 27
6.7.1 Sequence ..................................................................................................................................... 27
6.7.2 Normal Mode................................................................................................................................ 27
6.7.2.1 Capture Still Photos .................................................................................................... 27
6.7.2.2 Capture Video Clips .................................................................................................... 27
6.7.2.3 Memory & Battery Charge Display ............................................................................. 28
6.7.3 Image Review Mode..................................................................................................................... 29
6.7.3.1 View of Captured Still Images or Video Clips ............................................................. 29
6.7.3.2 Delete Single File ........................................................................................................ 31
6.7.4 Menu Mode................................................................................................................................... 32
6.7.4.1 Display Main Menu...................................................................................................... 32
6.7.4.2 Selection Main Menu................................................................................................... 32
6.7.4.3 Text Annotation............................................................................................................ 33
6.7.4.4 Digital Zoom ................................................................................................................ 39
6.7.4.5 Rotation ....................................................................................................................... 40
6.7.4.6 Mirror ........................................................................................................................... 41
6.7.4.7 Video Output ............................................................................................................... 42
6.7.4.8 Date/Time .................................................................................................................... 43
6.7.4.9 Instant Picture Review................................................................................................. 45
6.7.4.10 Video Format............................................................................................................... 46
6.7.4.11 Language .................................................................................................................... 47
6.7.4.12 Delete All ..................................................................................................................... 48
6.7.4.13 Auto Power Off ............................................................................................................ 48
6.8 Charge Main Battery...................................................................................................................................... 49
6.9 Charge Light Source Battery ......................................................................................................................... 50
6.10 Connecting to an Additional Display............................................................................................................. 51
6.11 Inserting SD Memory Card............................................................................................................................ 52
6.12 Transferring Image Files to a PC ................................................................................................................... 53
6.13 Changing Batteries ........................................................................................................................................ 54
7. Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................... 55
7.1 Unclear and Diffuse Image ............................................................................................................................ 55
7.2 Video Display are not Working Properly ....................................................................................................... 56
7.3 Articulation is Difficult .................................................................................................................................... 56
7.4 Image not Bright Enough .............................................................................................................................. 57

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8. Instructions for Operation...................................................................................................... 57
8.1 SD Memory Card ........................................................................................................................................... 57
8.2 Cleaning......................................................................................................................................................... 57
9. Warranty.................................................................................................................................. 58
10. Service, Repair ...................................................................................................................... 58
11. Decommissioning, Disposal ................................................................................................. 58
Appendix
A 1 Accessories ............................................................................................................................ 59
A 3 Factory Settings ..................................................................................................................... 60

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Safety
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1. Safety
Knowledge of the operating instructions is a prerequisite for equipment operation.
1.1 Symbols Used
The following symbols are used in this instruction manual:
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or seri-
ous injury.
CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or mode-
rate injury.
NOTICE
Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, may lead to property damage.
Indicates a user action.
iIndicates a user tip.
1.2 Warnings
The flexible probe is electrically conductive. Do not allow contact with electrically live objects.
> Death by electric shock
> Danger of injury
Do not look directly into the end of the flexible probe.
> Danger of injury, eye injury from bright light
Do not forcibly twist or elongate the flexible probe or bend it beyond its normal bend radius.
> Damage or destruction of the video endoscope
Avoid a heavy shock on the flexible probe.
> Damage or destruction of the video endoscope, break of the glass window or the video sensor at the
probe tip
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE

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Safety
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Keep the device away from acid or alkaline solutions, oil or gasoline, and do not use it in an atmosphere
containing volatile / flammable vapors.
> Damage or destruction of the video endoscope
1.3 Notes on CE Identification
The following applies to Top-Line Video Endoscope:
- EU directive 2004/108/EC
- EU directive 2011/65/EC, “ROHS“, category 9
Products which carry the CE mark satisfy the requirements of the EMC regulation 2004/108/EC ‘Electromag-
netic Compatibility’ and the European standards (EN) listed therein. The EC declaration of conformity is kept
available according to EC regulation, article 10 by the authorities responsible at
MICRO-EPSILON Eltrotec GmbH
Heinkelstraße 2
73066 Uhingen / Germany
The systems satisfy the requirements if they comply with the regulations described in the instruction manual
for installation and operation.
1.4 Proper Use
The Top-Line Video Endoscope is used for observation and examination of the inner life of machines, plants
and cavities.
- The video endoscope is not suitable for medical use.
- The system may only be operated within the technical data, see Chap. 2.2.
- Use the Video endoscope in such a way that in case of malfunctions or failure personnel or machinery are
not endangered.
- Take additional precautions for safety and damage prevention for safety-related applications.

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Safety
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1.5 Proper Environment
- Protection class: IP 53
- Operating temperature: -10 °C up to +60 °C (+14 up to +140 °F)
- Storage temperature:
Controller: -25 °C up to +45° C (-13 up to +113 °F)
Endoscope probe: -25 °C up tp +80 °C (-13 up to +176 °F)
- Humidity: At 40 °C (+104 °F) up to 95 % (no condensation)
- Ambient pressure: Up to 2 bar
- Fluid resistance: The endoscope probe can be immersed for a short time in following solutions:
Water, salt solution (5 %), kerosene, gasoline, diesel, 70 % alcohol

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Functional Principle, Technical Data
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2. Functional Principle, Technical Data
2.1 Short Description
The Top-Line Video Endoscope consists of a flexible probe with a built-in CMOS image sensor. The flex-
ible probe is attached to the handle, where the probe tip is operated via bowden cables. The portable video
display is on the handle.
The portable video display of the Top-line Video Endoscope is designed for high usability and simple opera-
tion.
2.2 Technical Data
Type Top-Line Video Endoscope
Outer diameter 4 mm 6 mm
Length 1.5 m / 3 m 1.5 m / 3 m / 6 m
Direction of view 0 °
Field of view 70 °
Focal range 15 mm - ∞
Flexible probe tip 2 times 150° up/down; 4 times 150° up/
down; right/left 4 times 150° up/down; right/left
Length of probe tip 14 mm 18,3 mm
Min. bending radius 32 mm 45 mm
Image sensor CMOS
Illumination Mobile adjustable LED light source, Li-Ion battery, approx. 2.5 hours
operating time
Display 5" TFT/LCD display with rubber coat for shock absorption
Interface USB 1.1 / AV output
Image storage SD card (inclusive)
Image resolution 300.000 pixels
Image format JPEG (640x480)
Video format ASF (640x480) playback with Windows Media Player

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Functional Principle, Technical Data
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Type Top-Line Video Endoscope
Firmware
Text generator; digital zoom: 2 times; image rotation; mirroring;
possibility for connection to external monitor; date/time; language selection; auto-
matic power-off
Power supply 5 VDC (power supply included)
Operating temperature -25 °C to +80 °C (-13 °F up to +176 °F)
in water +10 °C to +30 °C (50 °F up to 86 °F)
Storage temperature -30 °C to +60 °C (-22 °F up to 140 °F)
Pressure resistance
in air up to 1 bar
Humidity 5 - 95 % relative humidity
Fluid resistance of the
probe Saline 5 % and most oils (excluding hydraulic fluid)
Resistance to water Probe IP 54
Handle/ Monitor IP 53
Weight Effective length 1.5 m = 0.9 kg
Effective length 3.0 m = 1.0 kg
Effective length 1.5 m = 0.9 kg
Effective length 3.0 m = 1.0 kg
Effective length 6.0 m = 1.3 kg
Protective sheating Protective tube from braided stainless steel with additional special plastic tube
2.3 Endoscope Types
Outer diameter mm Length mm Articulation Order no.
4 1500 2-times 20751776
4 1500 4-times 20752111
4 3000 4-times 20752112
6 1500 4-times 20751756
6 3000 4-times 20751757
6 6000 4-times 20751768
Video endoscope with 4 mm / 6 mm diameter optional with 90° prism head, see Chap. A 1.

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Delivery
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3. Delivery
3.1 Unpacking
1 Top-Line Video Endoscope (1)
1 Top-Line LED light source and 2 batteries (4)
1 LED light source charger (5)
1 Endoscope charger with Li-lon battery (6)
1 Battery for video display (6)
1 USB and video output cable (6)
1 2 GB SD memory card (6)
1 Aluminum protective case (7)
1 Instruction manual
3.2 Storage
- Storage temperature:
Controller:
-25 °C up to +45° C (-13 up to +113 °F)
Endoscope probe:
-25 °C up to +80 °C (-13 up to +176 °F)
- Humidity:
40 °C up to 95 % (no condensation)
The Top-Line Video Endoscope is supplied in a metal case. The case has space for another ELTROTEC En-
dolight FOT Xenon 24 light source, see Chap. A 1
1
4
5
6
7
892
3
Optional accessories:
Eltrotec Endolight FOT Xenon 24 power supply (8)
Eltrotec Endolight FOT Xenon 24 light source (9)
Eltrotec Endolight FOT Xenon 24 power supply cable (2)
Prism head (3)
Further accessories are available, see Chap. A 1
Check for completeness and shipping damages im-
mediately after unpacking.
In case of damage or missing parts, please contact
the manufacturer or supplier.
Fig. 1 Aluminum protective case with contents

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Description
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4. Description
The Top-Line Video Endoscope provides new views into the inner life of machines, plants and cavities without
being dismounted before.
Due to the flexible guide, the articulation and the excellent optics breaking points and problem areas are very
easy and early to identify and preventive tasks can be taken selectively.
The illumination is effected by means of a battery-operated controlled LED light source with high light inten-
sity.
4.1 Setup of the Video Endoscope
Video display
(with battery)
LED light source-
(with battery)
Handle
Flexible probe
Probe tip
Control lever
Fig. 2 Setup of the video endoscope
Locking
Control lever
Fig. 3 Control elements above the handle

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Description
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4.2 Flexible Probe
All types have a stainless steel protective tube to avoid accidental crushing and they also have a coating to
prevent damage while sliding over harsh surfaces.
The flexible probe is electrically conductive. Do not allow contact with electrically living objects.
> Death by electric shock
> Danger of injury
Do not look directly into the end of the flexible probe.
> Danger of injury, eye injury from bright light
4.3 Probe Tip
There is a bending section in the probe tip. This is the most flexible and vulnerable part of the video endo-
scope. This probe must be handled more carefully than the flexible probe.
Do not squeeze or clamp the probe tip.
> Damage or destruction of the probe tip
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE

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Description
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4.4 Control Lever
Maximum bending of the probe tip will be possible when the flexible probe is fully extended.
Do not try to force the probe tip to bend with the flexible probe coiled for storage.
> Damage or destruction of the probe tip
Control lever
Locking
4.5 Locking
When engaged, the locking will prevent the probe tip from bending.
Do not attempt to withdraw the flexible probe from a cavity as long as the locking is activated.
> Damage or destruction of the articulation mechanism
NOTICE

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Description
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4.6 Control Elements
ESC OK
Video capture button
Photo capture button
Power
The control elements are described below, see Chap. 4.7.

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Description
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4.7 Operating Menu
Button Normal mode Image Review mode Menu mode
Switches to Image
Review mode and scrolls
reverse through still im-
ages and videos.
Scrolls to previous still
image or video.
Scrolls up through selections.
Switches to Image
Review mode and scrolls
forward through still im-
ages and videos.
Scrolls to next still image
or video.
Scrolls down through selections.
OK/ Enters main menu. Deletes current image or
video.
Confirms selection.
ESC Displays battery charge
level.
Returns to Normal mode
and displays CAMERA
and battery charge level.
Returns to Normal mode and displays
CAMERA and battery charge level.
Captures a still image
(jpeg). While recording
a video clip, pressing
this button will stop
the recording process
(PHOTO button is dupli-
cate of this).
The current video clip is
played/ paused/ contin-
ued.
Returns to Normal mode.
With this button, the vid-
eo recording is started/
stopped (REC button has
the same function)
Returns to Normal mode
and displays CAMERA
and battery charge level.
Returns to Normal mode.

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Description
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4.8 Inputs /Outputs
SD memory card slot
Composite video USB output
Input charger
The video display shows live video and captured images or videos. The device can output live video to an
external display.
Stored images can be downloaded to a computer via the USB port and included USB cable (Mini USB 1.1
connector) or through the removable SD memory card.

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Assembly
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5. Assembly
5.1 Screwing the 90 ° Prism Head
Unscrew the threaded protective cap.
Shim ring
Screw the knurled part of the prism head, but only on the first set of threads on the probe tip.
Rotate the prism head tip until the inner level of the shim ring engages.
Then continue threading the prism head, until there is no side play on the prism head.
Stop threading at that point.
No side play
A small gap will be present when the prism tip is fully tightened in place.
NOTICE
Tighten by hand
only!
> Damage of the
device
NOTICE
Always let the
threaded protective
cap or the adapter
for protecting the
thread of the probe
tip.
> Damage of the
device

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Assembly
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5.2 Mounting the Light Source
Installing the charged battery into the LED light source:
Install batteries by rotating battery cover dial to position shown, and pulling cover off, see Fig. 4.
Dial
Fig. 4 View on light source from above before battery change
Remove the cap of the light source.
Insert batteries in the correct orientation according to the battery polarity labels on outside and inside of
light source.
Light source Battery Cap
Fig. 5 Opened light source
Replace the cap of the LED light source again.