PCE Instruments PCE-VE 500 User manual
PCE Americas Inc.
711 Commerce Way
Suite 8
Jupiter
FL-33458
USA
From outside US: +1
Tel: (561) 320-9162
Fax: (561) 320-9176
PCE Instruments UK Ltd.
Units 12/13
Southpoint Business Park
Ensign way
Hampshire / Southampton
United Kingdom, SO31 4RF
From outside UK: +44
Tel: (0) 2380 98703 0
Fax: (0) 2380 98703 9
www.pce-instruments.com/english
www.pce-instruments.com
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
1Introduction .............................................................................................................3
2Safety notes.............................................................................................................3
3Specification............................................................................................................4
4System description.................................................................................................5
5Instructions..............................................................................................................7
5.1To get started ............................................................................................................................. 7
5.2Control modes ............................................................................................................................ 7
5.2.1Direct control.................................................................................................................................. 7
5.2.2Wireless control.............................................................................................................................. 7
5.3Operation modes........................................................................................................................ 8
5.4Keys............................................................................................................................................ 8
5.5Settings....................................................................................................................................... 8
5.5.1Main menu ..................................................................................................................................... 8
5.5.2To delete all files............................................................................................................................ 8
5.5.3Video output................................................................................................................................... 9
5.5.4To setup date and time.................................................................................................................. 9
5.5.5Language....................................................................................................................................... 9
5.5.6TV system.................................................................................................................................... 10
5.5.7Auto power off.............................................................................................................................. 10
5.6To adjust the channel............................................................................................................... 10
5.7Lights of the handle bar............................................................................................................ 11
5.8Operations................................................................................................................................ 11
5.8.1Power on/off................................................................................................................................. 11
5.8.2To switch from wireless to direct control...................................................................................... 11
5.8.3To take pictures............................................................................................................................ 11
5.8.4Video recording............................................................................................................................ 12
5.8.5To view photos / videos ............................................................................................................... 12
5.8.6To delete a picture or video (in Browse mode only) .................................................................... 12
5.8.7Zoom-In........................................................................................................................................ 12
5.8.8Mirror............................................................................................................................................ 13
5.8.9To re-charge the battery .............................................................................................................. 13
6Disposal.................................................................................................................14
7Contact...................................................................................................................14
7.1PCE Instruments UK ................................................................................................................ 14
7.2PCE 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
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5.7 Lights of the handle bar
LED light colour Battery status Note
Green In use Working with full battery
Dark red Low battery Please recharge the battery
when the dark red light appears
during operation
Orange Charging while in use Charging while in use
Red Charging while switched off Charging while switched off
None Full battery (while switched off) The light turns off as soon as the
battery is fully charged
5.8 Operations
5.8.1 Power on/off
To turn on the LCD unit, push and hold the button for 3 … 5 seconds until you see the signs below
on your monitor: SD card memory capacity
Battery capacity
5.8.2 To switch from wireless to direct control
1. Insert the handle bar into the charging socket of the LCD unit as demonstrated in the figure below.
2. The image may look blurry for some time while switching from wireless to direct control.
5.8.3 To take pictures
Push the button during Preview mode to take
a picture. Then push the button to view the
picture you have just taken.
Image status: Returns to preview mode after
picture is taken.
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5.8.4 Video recording
1. Push the button to start video recording.
Image status: Recording time will appear at the
left-hand bottom side of the display
2. Push the button again to stop recording.
Image status: Recording time disappears.
5.8.5 To view photos / videos
1. Push or during preview mode.
Image status: Displaying the photo / video last taken.
2. Push or again to view the last or second last photo / video.
Image status: All files will be saved in chronological order.
Note: Each video will be displayed until it ends and after that, the next video or photo will be displayed.
5.8.6 To delete a picture or video (in Browse mode only)
1. Enter Browse mode and find the picture or video you wish to delete by pushing the or buttons.
2. Push .
3. Push OK/MENU to delete the selected file or push ESC to cancel.
5.8.7 Zoom-In
Push the ESC button once. The display will show 2 x zoom-in view while 2.0 x appears on the right-
hand bottom side of the display.
Press ESC again to return to the original view.
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5.8.8 Mirror
Push and hold the ESC button for 3 seconds to activate mirror view while appears on the right-hand
bottom side of the display. Then push and hold the ESC button for 3 seconds to return to the original
view.
5.8.9 To re-charge the battery
1. To re-charge the LCD unit only, plug the adapter into the outlet and insert the jack plug into the jack of
the LCD unit.
2. To re-charge the LCD unit and the handle simultaneously, insert the handle into the rear slot of the
handle bar.
3. To re-charge the handle bar only, connect the handle bar to a PC or laptop using a standard mini USB
cable.
Caution: Make sure that the LCD unit and the handle bar are turned off during re-charging and that the
PC / laptop is on during re-charging via USB cable. Ignore the “found new hard drive” message.
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6 Disposal
For the disposal of batteries, the 2006/66/EC directive of the European Parliament applies. Due to the
contained pollutants, batteries must not be disposed of as household waste. They must be given to
collection points designed for that purpose.
In order to comply with the EU directive 2012/19/EU we take our devices back. We either re-use them or
give them to a recycling company which disposes of the devices in line with law.
If you have any questions, please contact PCE Instruments.
7 Contact
If you have any questions about our range of products or measuring instruments please contact PCE
Instruments.
7.1 PCE Instruments UK
By post:
PCE Instruments UK Ltd.
Units 12/13 Southpoint Business Park
Ensign Way, Southampton
Hampshire
United Kingdom, SO31 4RF
By phone:
02380 987 035
7.2 PCE Americas
By post:
PCE Americas Inc.
711 Commerce Way
Suite 8
Jupiter
33458 FL
USA
By phone:
561 320 9162
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