Olympus IPLEX YS User manual

INSTRUCTIONS
INDUSTRIAL VIDEOSCOPE
IPLEX YS
MODEL IV88300Y
Before using the instrument, carefully read the Instruc-
tions and the accompanying Laser Safety Guide.

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Contents
Warning and Rating Plates............................................ 1
1. Rating plate A.......................................................................................... 2
2. Rating plate B.......................................................................................... 2
3. LCD monitor warning plate...................................................................... 3
4. Rating plate C ......................................................................................... 3
5. Laser warning Label................................................................................ 4
6. Laser warning mark................................................................................. 4
7. CO2cartridge warning plate.................................................................... 4
8. Extendable handle warning plate ............................................................ 4
9. CARD warning mark ............................................................................... 5
10. Battery warning plate ............................................................................ 5
11. Cover warning mark.............................................................................. 5
Important Information – Please Read Before Use....... 6
Intended use.............................................................................................. 6
Instruction manual.................................................................................... 6
Combined ancillary equipment................................................................ 6
Light source............................................................................................... 6
Repair and modification .......................................................................... 6
Signal words.............................................................................................. 7
Dangers, warnings and cautions............................................................. 7
Handling of the battery ........................................................................... 11
Chapter 1 Checking the package contents ........... 13
1.1 Checking the package contents ................................................ 13
IPLEX YS package contents..................................................................... 13
Chapter 2 Instrument nomenclature and
functions ................................................. 15
2.1 System nomenclature ................................................................ 15

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2.2 Remote control nomenclature and functions .......................... 17
2.3 Optical adapter nomenclature and functions .......................... 18
2.4 LCD monitor nomenclature and functions............................... 20
Chapter 3 Preparation and inspection
before observation ................................. 21
3.1 Transportation of the instrument .............................................. 21
Towing using the extendable handle......................................................... 22
3.2 Laying down the instrument...................................................... 24
3.3 Preparing the power supply ...................................................... 25
Supplying power from the battery ............................................................. 25
Supplying power from the AC adapter ...................................................... 27
3.4 Inspecting the insertion tube..................................................... 28
Inspecting the external appearance of the insertion tube ......................... 28
Inspecting the insertion tube's distal end .................................................. 28
Inspecting the O-ring................................................................................. 30
3.5 Inspecting the remote control ................................................... 31
3.6 Inspecting the optical adapter................................................... 32
Inspecting the optical adapter optics and connecting screw threads ........ 32
Inspecting the parts of the optical adapter ................................................ 33
Attaching and detaching the optical adapter ............................................. 33
3.7 Inspecting the LCD monitor....................................................... 35
Inspecting the external appearance.......................................................... 35
Inspecting the LCD monitor holding section and LCD cable..................... 35
3.8 Preparing the air supply............................................................. 37
When using piped air ................................................................................ 37
When using a CO2cartridge ..................................................................... 37
Chapter 4 Basic operations .................................... 42
4.1 Turning on the power ................................................................. 42
Turning the power on ................................................................................ 42
Checking the LCD monitor image ............................................................. 43

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Setup of the optical adapter ...................................................................... 43
Indicator display ........................................................................................ 44
How to read the gravity indicator............................................................... 44
Display language setting ........................................................................... 45
Date and time settings .............................................................................. 45
Checking the illumination lighting.............................................................. 45
White balance adjustment......................................................................... 45
Checking the angulation functions ............................................................ 46
4.2 Inserting the insertion tube ....................................................... 47
Pulling out the insertion tube..................................................................... 47
Inserting the insertion tube........................................................................ 48
Angulation operation ................................................................................. 49
Adjusting the LCD monitor brightness....................................................... 49
4.3 Withdrawing the insertion tube ................................................. 50
Releasing the angulation lock ................................................................... 50
Withdrawing the insertion tube.................................................................. 51
Storing the insertion tube .......................................................................... 51
4.4 Disconnecting the air ................................................................. 52
When using piped air ................................................................................ 52
When using a CO2cartridge ..................................................................... 52
4.5 Adjusting the image ................................................................... 54
Still image (freeze) .................................................................................... 54
Zoom......................................................................................................... 55
Adjusting the brightness............................................................................ 56
4.6 Recording the image .................................................................. 58
Image recording preparation..................................................................... 58
Recording a still image.............................................................................. 61
Recording audio with still images.............................................................. 62
Recording a moving image ....................................................................... 64
4.7 Replaying the image ................................................................... 67
Quick replay of most recent image............................................................ 67
Displaying the thumbnail screen and selecting the image
to be replayed ........................................................................................... 67
Stopping playback of still images with audio............................................. 69

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Playing back and pausing of moving images ............................................ 69
Slide retrieval ............................................................................................ 70
Chapter 5 Menu operations and functions ............ 71
5.1 Operating menu .......................................................................... 71
Menu operations ....................................................................................... 71
5.2 Using the live screen/frozen screen ......................................... 73
Live screen/frozen screen menu display and functions ............................ 73
Inputting the title........................................................................................ 78
Inputting the note ...................................................................................... 84
Changing the selection of the optical adapter ........................................... 89
USB settings ............................................................................................. 90
Setting the date and time .......................................................................... 91
Language selection ................................................................................... 92
5.3 Using the thumbnail screen/retrieve screen ............................ 93
Thumbnail screen menu display and functions ......................................... 93
Retrieve screen menu display and functions ............................................ 95
Compare two images (COMPARE)........................................................... 97
Modify/clear title ........................................................................................ 98
Delete image............................................................................................. 98
Move images/copy images...................................................................... 100
Searching images ................................................................................... 101
Add/rename/delete folder........................................................................ 103
Format recording card/internal memory/USB memory............................ 106
Chapter 6 Measurement procedures.................... 107
6.1 Measuring from three dimensional (3D) coordinates
(stereo measurement) .............................................................. 108
Measurement accuracy........................................................................... 108
Flow of stereo measurement................................................................... 109
Attaching the stereo optical adapter........................................................ 110
Stereo optical adapter selection.............................................................. 111
Measurement value check ...................................................................... 111
Notes for capturing measurement images .............................................. 113
Stereo measurement screen................................................................... 113

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Stereo measurement procedures............................................................ 116
In case accuracy cannot be achieved ..................................................... 123
Spot ranging............................................................................................ 124
6.2 Using reference length to measure object length
(scaler measurement)............................................................... 126
Attaching the optical adapter................................................................... 126
Scaler measurement screen ................................................................... 126
Scaler operating procedure..................................................................... 128
Chapter 7 Operations on a computer................... 129
7.1 Using recorded images on a computer .................................. 129
Reading images with a computer............................................................ 129
Chapter 8 Storage and maintenance.................... 130
8.1 Remaining battery power......................................................... 130
8.2 Replacing the battery ............................................................... 132
Replacing the battery .............................................................................. 132
8.3 Changing the CO2Cartridge.................................................... 133
Replacing the CO2cartridge ................................................................... 133
8.4 Attaching and Removing the Extendable Handle.................. 135
To remove the extendable handle........................................................... 135
To attach the extendable handle............................................................. 136
8.5 Cleaning..................................................................................... 137
8.6 Storage precautions ................................................................. 138
Chapter 9 Troubleshooting ................................... 139
9.1 Troubleshooting guide............................................................. 140
Error messages....................................................................................... 140
General troubles during operation........................................................... 144
Messages displayed during stereo measurement................................... 147
9.2 Returning the instrument for repair ........................................ 148

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Chapter 10 Specifications ....................................... 149
10.1 Operating environment ............................................................ 149
10.2 Other specifications ................................................................. 150
10.3 Optical adapter specifications................................................. 160
Appendix..................................................................... 162
System chart.......................................................................................... 162

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Warning and Rating Plates
Safety-related labels and symbols are attached to the instrument at the locations
shown below.
If labels or symbols are missing or illegible, please contact Olympus.
10.Battery warning
plate
5. Laser warning
Label
2. Rating plate B
3. LCD monitor
warning plate
1. Rating plate A
6. Laser warning
mark
4. Rating
plate C
7. CO2cartridge
warning plate
9. CARD warning
mark
11.Cover warning
mark
8. Extendable handle
warning plate

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1. Rating plate A
2. Rating plate B

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3. LCD monitor warning plate
4. Rating plate C

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5. Laser warning Label
6. Laser warning mark
7. CO2cartridge warning plate
8. Extendable handle warning plate
CAUTION : Remove the CO2
cartridge before transporting
the instrument. Open the cartridge
dial and make sure that the pressure
indicator reads 0 before removing
the CO2cartridge.
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■ Be careful you do not catch your hand when storing the handle inside.
■ The extendable handle is used to roll the instrument on the wheels on its lower
ޓside.Do not attempt to lift it by holding the extendable handle.
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9. CARD warning mark
10. Battery warning plate
11. Cover warning mark

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Important Information – Please Read
Before Use
Intended use
This instrument has been designed to be used with IPLEX YS and ancillary
equipment for observation and examination of the insides of a machinery,
equipment or building that cannot be observed directly from the outside.
Do not use this instrument for any purpose other than its intended use,
particularly for observation or examination of the inside of a human or animal
body cavity.
Instruction manual
This instruction manual contains essential information on using this instrument
safely and effectively.
Before use, thoroughly review this manual and the manuals of all equipment
which will be used during the procedure and use the equipment as instructed.
Keep this and all related instruction manuals in a safe, accessible location.
If you have any questions about any information in this manual, please contact
Olympus.
Combined ancillary equipment
Refer to the “System chart” in the Appendix to confirm that this instrument is
compatible with the ancillary equipment being used.
Using incompatible equipment can result in malfunction and/or equipment
damage.
Light source
The instrument is a class 2 laser device.
Before using this instrument, carefully read this document and the Laser Safety
Guide and note the operating precautions.
Repair and modification
This instrument does not contain any user serviceable parts. Do not
disassemble, modify or attempt to repair. User injury and/or equipment damage
can result.
Caution - Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.

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Signal words
The following signal words are used throughout this manual.
DANGER
•Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING
•Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION
•Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices or potential equipment
damage.
NOTE
•Indicates additional helpful information.
Dangers, warnings and cautions
Follow the dangers, warnings and cautions described below when handling this
instrument. The information is to be supplemented by the dangers, warnings and
cautions given in each chapter.
DANGER
•Never use this instrument in observation inside the human and animal cavity. The human
body or animal may be injured.
•Do not use the instrument for procedures or operations not prescribed in this document or in
the Laser Safety Guide because it may result in dangerous exposure to laser light.
WARNING
•Never use this instrument in a flammable atmosphere. Otherwise, an explosion or fire may
result.
•Do not use the instrument in an environment filled with fine particles such as metal dust.
•Except for the insertion tube, the machine is not water resistant. Except for the insertion tube,
never use or store the instrument in any location where it might be submerged in water. An
electric shock may result.
•Never use this instrument on a piece of electrical equipment being energized. Since the
exterior finish of the insertion tube is electroconductive, an electric shock may occur if it is
brought in contact with live current.
•Always turn the [LIGHT] button OFF when discontinuing use of this instrument. Otherwise the
light emitted from the insertion tube may heat a nearby object and cause it to ignite.

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•The distal end of the insertion tube may become hot due to the illumination light or the
internal heating caused by electrical parts. Do not forget to turn off the light source before
attaching or detaching the optical adapter. Touching the distal end immediately after having
turned off the light source may burn your skin.
•Do not allow the light emitted from the insertion tube's distal end to enter your eyes directly.
Otherwise, an eye injury may result.
•Should any abnormality be detected during angulation operation, do not continue the
angulation operation by force. Otherwise, the insertion tube or examination target may be
damaged.
•Do not subject the LCD surface to impact or strong pressure. Doing so could shatter the LCD
screen and cause personal injury.
•Do not allow a metallic object or a fluid such as water enter the battery compartment, DC IN
connector or RECORDING CARD slot. Should any foreign object enter the instrument,
remove the battery and the AC adapter from the instrument and immediately contact
Olympus.
•Do not touch the connectors directly by hand. Otherwise, a malfunction or electric shock may
result.
•Do not allow metallic or foreign objects to enter the device through connectors or any other
openings. Otherwise, a malfunction or electric shock may result.
•In case an irregularity such as smoke, abnormal odor or abnormal noise is detected,
immediately stop using the equipment even when it looks operable, and do not turn it ON
again.
•On connecting this product, some GFCI safety plug may work its safety circuit up to its
threshold. Also, a GFCI safety plug does not prevent electrical shocks if the exterior of the
insertion tube contacts a live current.
•Do not force an air connector that does not fit onto the air supply connector.
•Do not supply air that is over the rating for the air supply connector.
•Supply only air or CO2to the air supply connector, do not supply any liquid or flammable gas.
Otherwise, an explosion or fire may result.
•When using a CO2cartridge, be sure to work only within the operating environment of the
CO2cartridge.
•Always remove the CO2cartridge before transporting (air or land) the instrument.
•Handle the CO2cartridge according to your local regulations.
CAUTION
•The image quality may be deteriorated in high temperature.
•Whenever the red temperature indicator and a temperature warning message appears along
with an audible warning alarm, withdraw it from the observation object immediately.
Otherwise the insertion tube and optical adapter may be damaged, or any other defects such
as malfunction or illumination dim may occur.
•Do not insert the insertion tube in a machine that is running, as this may result in damage to
the insertion tube and/or machine. Also do not run the machine while the insertion tube is
inserted in it.
•The minimum bending radius of the insertion tube is 60 mm. Bending at less than the
minimum bending radius may result in damage to the insertion tube.

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•Do not bring the insertion tube in contact with a liquid other than water, saline, machine oil or
light oil. It may damage the instrument.
•If the O-ring at the tip of the insertion tube or inside the optical adapter is positioned
incorrectly or chips exist on its surface, water can get into the joint area between the insertion
tube and optical adapter which may cause malfunction or damage.
•Do not cover the instrument with a plastic bag or other object during use. If the inside of the
instrument cannot be cooled, the instrument may be damaged.
•Do not use this instrument where it is exposed to direct sunlight.
•The LCD monitor may not display data normally when the instrument is used in an
environment where temperatures are below 0°C. Use the instrument after using a heater to
bring the area to room temperature.
•Bringing the instrument indoor from cold atmosphere subjecting it to sudden temperature
change can cause condensation to form inside the instrument. Using the instrument while
condensation is formed creates the risk of malfunction. Wait until the instrument reaches the
same temperature as the room before using it.
•Never use the instrument in areas where strong radiation is present.
•Supply only pure air with no additives, such as oil from the air supply connector. Also, use an
air filter to remove dust and moisture from the air supply. If dust or moisture gets into the
instrument it may cause a malfunction.
•Do not remove the recording card from the RECORDING CARD slot while playing back or
recording still images, audio and movies. Otherwise, the data recorded in the recording card
may be destroyed.
•The CF card is a static sensitive device and static electricity may cause it to malfunction.
Discharge static electric charges before using a CF card.
•Be careful to not trip on the power cord, insertion tube, or other cords.
•Do not pull the cable of the insertion tube, remote control or other equipment with a strong
force. Otherwise, the insertion tube or cable may be damaged or the instrument may topple
over or fall.
•When opening or closing the LCD monitor, take care that you do not pinch your fingers
between the LCD monitor and the instrument.
•If the USB connector or other connectors become wet, wipe them dry.
Also, if any foreign matter gets into a connector, remove it.
•Accidentally dropping the instrument while cables, a USB memory device, or other device is
attached to a connector can damage the connector or the item that is attached to it.
•Use USB connectors only to connect via a USB cable to a computer, a USB memory, or a
USB keyboard recommended by Olympus. Never connect any other type of USB device.
•Make sure that battery cover, I/F connector cover, slot cover, AC adapter cover are firmly closed.
•Do not open the battery cover, I/F connector cover, slot cover, AC adapter cover with wet
hands, or under damp or dusty environment.
•Do not expose optical lens to the sun or a laser beam during use or at the time of storage.

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NOTE
•The images recorded with the instrument can be displayed on a computer, etc., but it is not
possible to play back images recorded with an image recording device such as a digital
camera or a computer on the IPLEX YS instrument. Also note that the images recorded with
an IPLEX YS instrument cannot be played back if the images are recorded in a different TV
format (NTSC/PAL).
•When using a stereo optical adapter and TIFF is selected from the menu, a TIFF-YC format
uncompressed TIFF image (image with file extension TIF) is generated when images are
recorded. When images recorded with the IPLEX YS are reproduced on a computer, certain
software may be unable to reproduce images in the TIFF-YC format. Use IPLEX VIEWER
PLUS to play back TIFF images from the IPLEX YS on your computer.
•Windows Media Player is either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Inc. in the
U.S. and/or other countries.
•This product uses multilingual Advanced Wnn from Omron Software Co., Ltd., for character
conversion.
Multilingual Advanced Wnn© OMRON SOFTWARE Co., Ltd. 2005-2008 All Rights
Reserved.

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Handling of the battery
Follow the dangers, warnings and cautions described below when handling the
battery. Otherwise, battery fluid leak, excessive heat generation, smoke, battery
burst, electric shock and/or burns may result.
DANGER
•In case of Li-ion operation, be sure to use the battery and battery charger designated for the
IPLEX YS.
•Before use, thoroughly review the instruction manuals for the battery and battery charger to
fully understand the information contained in them, and observe their instructions during use.
•Do not install and use the battery by reversing the polarity. If the battery cannot be installed
properly in the instrument, do not attempt to insert it by force.
•Do not attempt to apply solder directly on a terminal. Otherwise, a hazardous situation such
as destruction of the terminal safety valve or scattering of battery fluid may result.
•Do not interconnect the electrodes of the battery through a metallic object or carry nor store
the battery together with a metallic necklace or hairpin.
•Do not connect the battery directly to a power outlet or the cigar lighter of an automobile.
•Do not throw the battery in fire or heat the battery.
•Penetration of battery fluid in an eye may result in loss of eyesight. Should this occur, rinse
eyes thoroughly with clean water and immediately have a physician’s treatment.
•Do not attempt to open or modify the battery.
•Do not immerse the battery in fresh or sea water, nor moisten the battery.
•Do not recharge the battery near a fire or under direct sunlight.
•Do not pierce the battery with a needle, hit the battery with a hammer or step on the battery.
•Never drop or throw the battery, or subject it to strong impact.
WARNING
•Do not use a battery that is not recommended for the IPLEX YS.
•Do not attempt to recharge a battery that is not designated for IPLEX YS.
•If the battery charger cannot complete battery charging in the specified recharging time, stop
trying to recharge the battery.
•Do not use a battery if it presents an irregularity such as fluid leak, discoloration, deformation
or abnormal condition.
•If the battery fluid gets on your skin or clothes, immediately rinse with clean water such as tap
water. Otherwise, a skin injury may result.
•Do not deform the battery compartment or put a foreign object in it.
•Do not cover the battery charger and battery with clothes or cushion during recharging. Also
avoid any situation in which the covering of the battery charger and battery by such objects is
expectable.

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CAUTION
•Do not soak the battery in or moisten it with water including rainwater and seawater.
•Do not leave the battery in a place subject to moisture, water leak or extremely high or low
temperatures.
•Do not touch the battery terminals with a wet hand.
•Be sure to recharge the battery before using them for the first time after purchase or after
they have not been used for a long period.
•When the battery is not to be used for a long period, be sure to remove them from the
instrument. Otherwise, battery fluid leak and heat build-up may result in a fire or injury.
•Do not use or leave the battery in a place with high temperature, for example under direct
sunlight, in a closed automobile under the sun or in front of heating equipment.
•The battery is hot after long hours of operating the IPLEX YS. Do not take out the battery
immediately after use, as this may result in burning your hand.
•Do not leave the battery in the reach of children.
•When replacing the battery, to not repeatedly remove and load the battery rapidly. Doing so
may make it impossible to turn on power.
NOTE
•Use the battery correctly, as incorrect use may result in fluid leak, excessive heat generation
and/or damage. When replacing the battery, install them correctly by observing the insertion
direction.
•In general, the battery performance drops as the ambient temperature drops. Note that the
battery performance degraded due to low temperatures recovers when the temperature rises
to a normal level.
•Contamination of battery electrodes with sweat or oil will cause contact failures. When the
battery is dirty, wipe it clean with a dry cloth before use.
•The continuous operating time of the IPLEX YS with a fully charged battery is approx. 120
min. (fully-charged new battery). When long hours of battery-powered operation are
expected, it is recommended to prepare charged batteries as spares.
•The E/F slide switch on the side of the battery is a manual switch used to assist you checking
if the battery is empty or fully charged. Set the switch to “F” after fully charging the battery
and to “E” after it has been discharged. (This switch is connected electrically to nothing. It is
exclusively used as a reminder that you have recharged or emptied the battery.)
•The battery is designated as a recyclable product. When discontinuing the use of the battery,
be sure to have it recycled in compliance with your local regulations.
•Recommended temperature range for Li-ion battery operation.
Discharge (when using the instrument): 0°C to 50°C
Recharging : 0°C to 40°C
Storage : -20°C to +50°C
Using the battery under a temperature outside the above temperature range will result in
degradation of the performance and service life. When storing the battery, be sure to remove
it from the instrument.
•The battery is a consumable item.