PCE Instruments PCE-VE 500 User manual

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Manual
Videoscope PCE-VE 500
Version 1.0
Date of creation: 15.01.2015
Date of last change: 03.02.2015

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Contents
1Introduction .............................................................................................................3
2Safety notes.............................................................................................................3
3Specification............................................................................................................4
4System description.................................................................................................5
5Instructions..............................................................................................................7
5.1To get started ............................................................................................................................. 7
5.2Control modes ............................................................................................................................ 7
5.2.1Direct control.................................................................................................................................. 7
5.2.2Wireless control.............................................................................................................................. 7
5.3Operation modes........................................................................................................................ 8
5.4Keys............................................................................................................................................ 8
5.5Settings....................................................................................................................................... 8
5.5.1Main menu ..................................................................................................................................... 8
5.5.2To delete all files............................................................................................................................ 8
5.5.3Video output................................................................................................................................... 9
5.5.4To setup date and time.................................................................................................................. 9
5.5.5Language....................................................................................................................................... 9
5.5.6TV system.................................................................................................................................... 10
5.5.7Auto power off.............................................................................................................................. 10
5.6To adjust the channel............................................................................................................... 10
5.7Lights of the handle bar............................................................................................................ 11
5.8Operations................................................................................................................................ 11
5.8.1Power on/off................................................................................................................................. 11
5.8.2To switch from wireless to direct control...................................................................................... 11
5.8.3To take pictures............................................................................................................................ 11
5.8.4Video recording............................................................................................................................ 12
5.8.5To view photos / videos ............................................................................................................... 12
5.8.6To delete a picture or video (in Browse mode only) .................................................................... 12
5.8.7Zoom-In........................................................................................................................................ 12
5.8.8Mirror............................................................................................................................................ 13
5.8.9To re-charge the battery .............................................................................................................. 13
6Disposal.................................................................................................................14
7Contact...................................................................................................................14
7.1PCE Instruments UK ................................................................................................................ 14
7.2PCE Americas .......................................................................................................................... 14

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1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Wireless Video Endoscope PCE-VE 500 from PCE Instruments.
This radio Wireless Video Endoscope with flexible or semi-flexible wire is a professional meter for
workshops and for installation work and also other areas where it is necessary to view the interior of
machines and installations. This is the case in industry, in biological sectors, for instance for the
observation of nests, as well as in the archaeological sector. The device is delivered with a wireless and
removable digital LC display of 3.5“. This serves to connect the videoscope to a TV in case you wish to
view your target on a larger screen. You can also save images or videos on the SD card for further
analysis on your PC or laptop. Both the videoscope and the display are powered by a rechargeable
battery or alternatively by a mains component.
2 Safety notes
Please read this manual carefully and completely before you use the device for the first time. The device
may only be used by qualified personnel and repaired by PCE Instruments personnel. There is no
warranty of damages or injuries caused by non-observance of the manual.
- The device may only be used in approved temperature ranges.
- The case should only be opened by qualified personnel of PCE Instruments.
- The instrument should never be placed with the user interface facing an object (e.g. keyboard side on a
table).
- You must not make any technical changes to the device
- The appliance should only be cleaned with a damp cloth / use only pH-neutral cleaner, no corrosive
liquid such as alcohol.
- This product is designed for industrial use only. Do not use the system for human or any other biological
inspection.
- Do not remove the SD card when capturing photos or video as this may cause loss of data and damage
the SD card.
- Video recording requires an SD card with fast writing speed. We recommend 80 X (or above) writing
speed SD cards for best video quality.
- Do not use this product in a fuel tank or other dangerous environments such as gasoline or alcohol
storage tanks.
- Do not try to disassemble the product as this may cause electric shock and could damage the unit.
- Please use only recommended components or accessories. Unapproved components and accessories
may cause damage.
- Avoid direct exposure to sunlight for a long period of time. Store the system in a cool, dry and well-
ventilated place.
- If the system “freezes” (so that pushing buttons has no effect), push the Reset button on the back of the
system. Check the system description section for the location of the Reset button.
- To avoid danger, do not put the insertion tube into any flammable liquid or gas.
- The insertion tube contains a series of small wires that control the optics and electronics of the camera
tip. To ensure long-term reliability, do not bend the insertion tube more than 90 degrees and always bend
the insertion tube in as large an arc as possible during usage and storage.
- To clean the lens and camera head, use the cleaning liquid and swab provided in the cleaning kit.
This user's handbook is published by PCE Instruments without any guarantee.
We expressly point to our general guarantee terms which can be found in our general terms of business.
If you have any questions please contact PCE Instruments.

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3 Specification
Flexible cable length 2000 mm
Cable type flexible
Cable diameter 5.5 mm
Field of view / angle horizontal 46º vertical 34º
diagonal 56º
Image sensor CMOS
Minimum illumination 0 lx
Size of the display 3.5 " LCD
Pixels 640 x 480
Video PAL / NTSC
Video connection AV-out
Transmitting frequency 2.4 GHz 4 channels
(2414, 2432, 2450 or 2468 MHz)
Image format JPEG
Compression format MPEG4
Image frequency 30 frames per second
Memory 2 GB (SD memory card), expendable to 16 GB
Vision distance 1 ... 6 cm
Light source LED
Operating / storage temperature -20 ... 60 ºC
Power supply
handle bar:
rechargeable Li-Polymer battery 3.7V
LC display:
rechargeable Li-Polymer battery 3.7V
mains component AC 100-240V 50-60Hz
Water resistant IP 67, max. 1.00 m depth oil and fuel resistant
Battery life 4 hours (charging time 2 hours)
Exposure LED infinitely adjustable (0 … 275 Lux / 4 cm)
Audio Integrated microphone
Dimensions handle bar 140 x 35 x 32 mm
LC display 147 x 106 x 70 mm
Weight handle bar 220 g (without insertion tube)
LC display 335 g

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4 System description

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5 Instructions
5.1 To get started
1. Screw the insertion tube into the connector according to the direction of the arrow and tighten the
screw nut. (Figure 1)
2. To activate the handle bar with the insertion tube, turn the LED adjustment wheel clockwise until you
hear a “click” followed by illumination of the green light. (Figure 2)
3. Push and hold the button of the LCD unit for 3 seconds until the image is displayed on the monitor.
(Figure 3)
4. Target the camera at the desired object. Push to capture a .jpg image or to record an .avi
video. (Figure 4)
5.2 Control modes
This device provides two control modes, which are called “direct control” and “wireless control”.
5.2.1 Direct control
Insert the handle bar with the insertion tube into the charging socket located on the back of the LCD unit.
This will activate Direct Control transmission mode. In this mode, all images are transmitted via the wired
socket. This can be helpful when working in areas where other high-frequency wireless equipment is
used as there will be no interference with the video signal.
5.2.2 Wireless control
When you disconnect the handle bar from the LCD unit, the device is automatically operated in Wireless
Control mode.

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5.3 Operation modes
This device has 3 operation modes which are Preview, Browse and Menu mode.
Preview mode Preview mode will be activated as soon as the handle bar is
powered on. When you target the camera tip at an object, the
image will be displayed at the same time. All photo and video
records are made in this mode.
Browse mode The user can view images instantly and carry out basic file
management in this mode.
Menu mode The user can make settings and carry out file management in
this mode.
Note: The system automatically returns from Menu mode to Preview mode after 150 seconds of inactivity.
5.4 Keys
Buttons Preview mode Browse mode Menu mode
Switch to Browse mode
to view images and
videos
Move to previous image
or video Move one line up
Switch to Browse mode
to view images and
videos
Move to next image or
video Move one line down
Switch to Menu mode Play / pause video Execute selected
command
Push briefly to enlarge
target by 100% (2 x
zoom); push and hold to
see mirrored view
Return to Preview mode Return to Preview mode
Capture a .jpg image
Start or stop .avi video
recording Delete the selected image / video
5.5 Settings
5.5.1 Main menu
Push the OK/MENU button in Menu mode to execute desired commands as indicated below
5.5.2 To delete all files
After initiating this command, select “yes” or “no” by pushing the up or down arrow button.
To delete all files, select “yes”. Exit by pushing the OK/MENU button.

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5.5.3 Video output
1. Plug one end of the included AV cord into the AV socket located on the right-hand side of the LCD unit
and plug the other end of the AV cord into the “AV in” socket on the external monitor.
2. Push OK/MENU.
3. Push or to move to the “video output” option.
4. Push OK/MENU
Image status: image will be transmitted to the external monitor.
5.5.4 To setup date and time
Use the arrow buttons to select Year/Month/Day or
Hour/Minute/Second. Push to increase the
number or to decrease. Select “display: yes” to
print the image with the date included.
5.5.5 Language
Select the operating language.

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5.5.6 TV system
Set up your video format (NTSC / PAL).
5.5.7 Auto power off
Set the time after which the device will power off
automatically.
5.6 To adjust the channel
The handle bar and the LCD unit must be on the same channel during wireless transmission. Adjust the
channel by using a small slotted screwdriver, following the direction of the arrows as shown below.
Please refer to the following chart to select a suitable channel.
Channel Arrow indication Frequency
1 9, 1 2414 MHz
2 A,2 2432 MHz
3 C,4 2450 MHz
4 8,0 2468 MHz