RIDGID micro CA-300 User manual
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micro CA-300 Inspection Camera
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micro CA-300
Inspection Camera
WARNING!
Read this Operator’s Man-
ual carefully before using
this tool. Failure to under-
stand and follow the con-
tents of this manual may
result in electrical shock,
re and/or serious per-
sonal injury.
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Contents
Safety Symbols.................................................................................................................................................3
General Safety Information.......................................................................................................................3
Work Area Safety........................................................................................................................................... 3
Electrical Safety ............................................................................................................................................. 3
Personal Safety .............................................................................................................................................. 3
Equipment Use and Care...........................................................................................................................4
Service............................................................................................................................................................... 4
Specic Safety Information....................................................................................................................... 4
micro CA-300 Inspection Camera Safety............................................................................................4
Description, Specications and Standard Equipment ............................................................... 5
Description......................................................................................................................................................5
Specications.................................................................................................................................................5
Standard Equipment................................................................................................................................... 6
Controls ............................................................................................................................................................6
FCC Statement.................................................................................................................................................. 6
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC).................................................................................................7
Icons....................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Tool Assembly................................................................................................................................................... 7
Changing/Installing Batteries.................................................................................................................. 7
Powering with the AC Adapter ..............................................................................................................8
Installing the Imager Head Cable or Extension Cables ................................................................8
Installing Accessories.................................................................................................................................. 8
Installing SD™ Card......................................................................................................................................8
Pre-Operation Inspection .......................................................................................................................... 9
Tool and Work Area Set-Up........................................................................................................................9
Operating Instructions ..............................................................................................................................10
Live Screen ....................................................................................................................................................11
Image Adjustment ....................................................................................................................................11
Image Capture.............................................................................................................................................12
Menu................................................................................................................................................................12
Time Stamp...................................................................................................................................................13
Image Quality...............................................................................................................................................13
Video Quality................................................................................................................................................13
Language ......................................................................................................................................................13
Date/Time .....................................................................................................................................................13
TV-Out ............................................................................................................................................................13
Storage ...........................................................................................................................................................13
Speaker ..........................................................................................................................................................13
Auto Power O ...........................................................................................................................................13
Factory Reset ...............................................................................................................................................13
About ..............................................................................................................................................................13
Transferring Images to a Computer....................................................................................................13
Connecting to TV........................................................................................................................................14
Using with SeeSnake®Inspection Equipment.................................................................................14
Maintenance....................................................................................................................................................15
Reset Function.............................................................................................................................................15
Accessories.......................................................................................................................................................15
Storage...............................................................................................................................................................15
Service and Repair........................................................................................................................................15
Disposal..............................................................................................................................................................15
Troubleshooting............................................................................................................................................16
Battery Pack/Battery Charger Safety.................................................................................................16
Description and Specications..............................................................................................................17
Charger Inspection and Set-Up.............................................................................................................17
Charging Procedure/Operating Instructions.................................................................................18
Cleaning Instructions .................................................................................................................................18
Accessories.......................................................................................................................................................19
Storage...............................................................................................................................................................19
Service and Repair........................................................................................................................................19
Disposal..............................................................................................................................................................19
Lifetime Warranty.......................................................................................................................Back Cover
*Original Instructions - English
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Safety Symbols
In this operator’s manual and on the product, safety symbols and signal words are used to
communicate important safety information. This section is provided to improve understand-
ing of these signal words and symbols.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in mi-
nor or moderate injury.
NOTICE indicates information that relates to the protection of property.
This symbol means read the operator’s manual carefully before using the equipment.
The operator’s manual contains important information on the safe and proper operation
of the equipment.
This symbol means always wear safety glasses with side shields or goggles when han-
dling or using this equipment to reduce the risk of eye injury.
This symbol indicates the risk of hands, ngers or other body parts being caught or
wrapped in gears or other moving parts.
This symbol indicates the risk of electrical shock.
General Safety
Information
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instruc‑
tions may result in electric shock, fire and/
or serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Work Area Safety
Keep your work area clean and well
lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite acci-
dents.
Donotoperateequipmentinexplosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence
of ammable liquids, gases or dust.
Equipment can create sparks which may
ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep children and by-standers away
while operating equipment. Distrac-
tions can cause you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
Avoid body contact with earthed or
groundedsurfacessuchas pipes,radi-
ators, ranges and refrigerators. There
is an increased risk of electrical shock if
your body is earthed or grounded.
Do not expose equipment to rain or
wet conditions. Water entering equip-
ment will increase the risk of electrical
shock.
Personal Safety
Stay alert, watch what you are doing
and use common sense when oper-
ating equipment. Do not use equip-
ment while you are tired or under
the inuence of drugs, alcohol or
medication. A moment of inattention
while operating equipment may result
in serious personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper foot-
ing and balance at all times. This en-
ables better control of the power tool
in unexpected situations.
Contents
Safety Symbols.................................................................................................................................................3
General Safety Information.......................................................................................................................3
Work Area Safety........................................................................................................................................... 3
Electrical Safety ............................................................................................................................................. 3
Personal Safety .............................................................................................................................................. 3
Equipment Use and Care...........................................................................................................................4
Service............................................................................................................................................................... 4
Specic Safety Information....................................................................................................................... 4
micro CA-300 Inspection Camera Safety............................................................................................4
Description, Specications and Standard Equipment ............................................................... 5
Description......................................................................................................................................................5
Specications................................................................................................................................................. 5
Standard Equipment................................................................................................................................... 6
Controls ............................................................................................................................................................6
FCC Statement.................................................................................................................................................. 6
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC).................................................................................................7
Icons....................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Tool Assembly................................................................................................................................................... 7
Changing/Installing Batteries.................................................................................................................. 7
Powering with the AC Adapter ..............................................................................................................8
Installing the Imager Head Cable or Extension Cables ................................................................ 8
Installing Accessories.................................................................................................................................. 8
Installing SD™ Card......................................................................................................................................8
Pre-Operation Inspection .......................................................................................................................... 9
Tool and Work Area Set-Up........................................................................................................................9
Operating Instructions ..............................................................................................................................10
Live Screen ....................................................................................................................................................11
Image Adjustment ....................................................................................................................................11
Image Capture.............................................................................................................................................12
Menu................................................................................................................................................................12
Time Stamp...................................................................................................................................................13
Image Quality...............................................................................................................................................13
Video Quality................................................................................................................................................13
Language ......................................................................................................................................................13
Date/Time .....................................................................................................................................................13
TV-Out ............................................................................................................................................................13
Storage ...........................................................................................................................................................13
Speaker ..........................................................................................................................................................13
Auto Power O ...........................................................................................................................................13
Factory Reset ...............................................................................................................................................13
About ..............................................................................................................................................................13
Transferring Images to a Computer....................................................................................................13
Connecting to TV........................................................................................................................................14
Using with SeeSnake®Inspection Equipment.................................................................................14
Maintenance....................................................................................................................................................15
Reset Function.............................................................................................................................................15
Accessories.......................................................................................................................................................15
Storage...............................................................................................................................................................15
Service and Repair........................................................................................................................................15
Disposal..............................................................................................................................................................15
Troubleshooting............................................................................................................................................16
Battery Pack/Battery Charger Safety.................................................................................................16
Description and Specications..............................................................................................................17
Charger Inspection and Set-Up.............................................................................................................17
Charging Procedure/Operating Instructions.................................................................................18
Cleaning Instructions .................................................................................................................................18
Accessories.......................................................................................................................................................19
Storage...............................................................................................................................................................19
Service and Repair........................................................................................................................................19
Disposal..............................................................................................................................................................19
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Use personal protective equipment.
Always wear eye protection. Protective
equipment such as dust mask, non-
skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing
protection used for appropriate condi-
tions will reduce personal injuries.
Equipment Use and Care
Do not force equipment. Use the cor-
rect equipment for your application.
The correct equipment will do the job
better and safer at the rate for which it
is designed.
Do not use equipment if the switch
does not turn it ON and OFF. Any tool
that cannot be controlled with the
switch is dangerous and must be re-
paired.
Disconnect the batteries from the
equipment before making any ad-
justments, changing accessories, or
storing. Such preventive safety mea-
sures reduce the risk of injury.
Store idle equipment out of the reach
of children and do not allow per-
sons unfamiliar with the equipment
or these instructions to operate the
equipment. Equipment can be danger-
ous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain equipment. Check for miss-
ing parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may aect the
equipment’s operation. If damaged,
have the equipment repaired before
use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained equipment.
Use the equipment and accessories in
accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working con-
ditionsand the worktobeperformed.
Use of the equipment for operations
dierent from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.
Use only accessories that are recom-
mended by the manufacturer for your
equipment. Accessories that may be
suitable for one piece of equipment may
become hazardous when used with oth-
er equipment.
Keep handles dry and clean; free from
oil and grease. Allows for better con-
trol of the equipment.
Service
Have your equipment serviced by a
qualied repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the tool is main-
tained.
Specific Safety
Information
WARNING
This section contains important safety in‑
formation that is specific to the inspection
camera.
Read these precautions carefully before
using the RIDGID® micro CA‑300 Inspec‑
tion Camera to reduce the risk of electrical
shock or other serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
A manual holder is supplied in the carrying
case of the micro CA-300 Inspection Camera
to keep this manual with the tool for use by
the operator.
micro CA‑300 Inspection Camera
Safety
Do not expose the display unit to
water or rain. This increases the risk
of electrical shock. The micro CA-300
imager head and cable are waterproof
to 10’(3 m). The hand-held display unit
is not.
tion Camera anywhere that may con-
tain a live electrical charge. This in-
creases the risk of electrical shock.
tion Camera anywhere that may con-
tain moving parts. This increases the
risk of entanglement injuries.
inspection or medical use in any
way. This is not a medical device. This
could cause personal injury.
protective equipment while han-
dling and using the micro CA-300
inspection Camera. Drains and other
areas may contain chemicals, bacte-
ria and other substances that may be
toxic, infectious, cause burns or other
issues. Appropriate personal pro-
tective equipment always includes
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safety glasses and gloves, and may
include equipment such as latex or
rubber gloves, face shields, goggles,
protective clothing, respirators and
steel-toed footwear.
Use hot, soapy
water to wash hands and other body
parts exposed to drain contents after
handling or using the micro CA-300 In-
spection Camera to inspect drains and
other areas that may contain chemi-
cals or bacteria. Do not eat or smoke
while operating or handling the micro
CA-300 Inspection Camera. This will
help prevent contamination with toxic
or infectious material.
Do not operate the micro CA-300 In-
spection Camera if operator or device
is standing in water. Operating an elec-
trical device while in water increases
the risk of electrical shock.
The EC Declaration of conformity (890-011-
320.10) will accompany this manual as a
separate booklet when required.
If you have any question concerning this
RIDGID® product:
– Contact your local RIDGID distributor.
– Visit www.RIDGID.com or www.RIDGID.eu
to nd your local RIDGID contact point.
– Contact RIDGID Technical Services De-
partment at rtctechservices@emerson.
com, or in the U.S. and Canada call (800)
519-3456.
Description, Specifications
and Standard Equipment
Description
The RIDGID micro CA-300 Inspection Camera
is a powerful handheld digital recording de-
vice. It is a complete digital platform that al-
lows you to perform inspections and record
pictures and videos in hard to reach areas.
Several image manipulation features such
as image rotation and digital zoom are built
into the system to ensure detailed and accu-
rate visual inspections. The tool has external
memory and TV-Out features. Accessories
(hook, magnet and mirror) are included to
attach to the imager head to provide appli-
cation exibility.
Specifications
Recommended Use Indoor
Viewable Distance... 0.4" (10 mm) to ∞
Display.......................... 3.5" (90 mm) Color TFT
(320 x 240 Resolution)
Camera Head............. 3/4" (17 mm)
Lighting........................ 4 Adjustable LEDs
Cable Reach................ 3' (90 cm), Expand-
able to 30' (9 m) with
Optional Extensions,
Imager and Cable
are Waterproof to 10'
(3 m), IP67
Photo Format............. JPEG
Image Resolution..... Good [640 x 480],
Better [1024 x 768],
Best [1600 x 1200]
Video Format............. AVI
Video Resolution...... Good [320 x 240],
Best [640 x 480]
Frame Rate.................. up to 30 FPS
TV-Out......................... PAL/NTSC
User selectable
Built-In Memory...... 235 MB Memory
External Memory.... SD™ Card 32 GB max
(4 GB supplied)
Data Output.............. USB Data Cable and
SD™ Card
Operating
Temperature.............
32°F to 113°F
(0°C to 45°C)
Storage
Temperature.............
-4°F to 140°F
(-20°C to 60°C)
Power Supply............ 3.7V Li-Ion Battery AC
Adapter 5V, 1.5 Amp
Weight......................... 5.5 lbs (2,5 kg)
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Standard Equipment
The micro CA-300 Inspection Camera comes
with the following items:
Figure 1 - micro CA-300 Inspection Camera
Controls
Power
Menu
Select/Confirm
Return
Shutter
Figure 2 - Controls
Rotate
Image
Arrows
Figure 3 - Right Side Port Cover
Integrated Microphone
AC Adapter
Headset
Jack
Speaker
Figure 4 -Left Side Port Cover
Reset
Button
TV-Out
Mini-B USB
SD™ Slot
FCC Statement
This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reason-
able protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interfer-
ence will not occur in a particular installa-
tion.
If this equipment does cause harmful in-
terference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the
equipment OFF and ON, the user is encour-
aged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
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Tool Assembly
WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury during
use, follow these procedures for proper as‑
sembly.
Changing/Installing Batteries
The micro CA-300 is supplied without the
battery installed. If the battery indicator dis-
plays , the battery needs to be recharged.
Remove the battery prior to long term stor-
age to avoid battery leakage.
1. Squeeze the battery clips (See Figure 5)
and pull to remove battery compart-
ment cover. If needed, slide battery out.
Figure 5 - Battery Compartment Cover
Factory Reset – Restore factory
defaults.
Language – Choose between,
English, French, Spanish, German,
Dutch, Italian, etc.
Save – Indicates image or video
has been saved to memory.
Speaker – Keep the speaker on or
o during video playback.
Trash – Delete conrmation icon.
TV – Chose between NTSC and PAL
to enable TV out video format.
LED Brightness – Press right & left
arrows to change the LED bright-
ness.
Zoom – Press up & down arrows to
change the zoom from 1.0x to 3.5x
-
ment and receiver.
TV technician for help.
Electromagnetic
Compatibility (EMC)
The term electromagnetic compatibility is
taken to mean the capability of the prod-
uct to function smoothly in an environment
where electromagnetic radiation and elec-
trostatic discharges are present and without
causing electromagnet interference to other
equipment.
NOTICE The RIDGID micro CA-300 Inspect-
ion Camera conforms to all applicable EMC
standards. However, the possibility of it caus-
ing interference in other devices cannot be
precluded.
Icons
Battery Life Indicator – Fully
charged battery.
Battery Life Indicator – Less than
25% of battery charge remains.
SD™ Card – Indicates an SD card
has been inserted into the device.
Still Camera – Indicates device is
operating in still camera mode.
Video Camera – Indicates device is
operating in video camera mode.
Playback Mode – Pressing select
on this icon allows you to view and
delete previously saved images and
video.
Menu – Push select on this icon to
be taken to the menu screen.
Select – Pressing select from the
live screen will take you to the
primary settings screen.
Automatic Power O – Device will
automatically shut down after 5, 15
or 60 minutes of inactivity.
About – Displays software version.
Time and Date – Enter this screen
to set time and date.
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Figure 6 - Removing/Installing Battery
2. Insert contact end of battery into the in-
spection tool, as shown in Figure 6.
3. Replace battery compartment cover.
Powering with the AC Adapter
The micro CA-300 Inspection Camera can al-
so be powered using the supplied AC Adapt-
er.
1. Open the right side port cover (Figure 3).
2. With dry hands, plug the AC adapter into
the outlet.
3. Insert the AC adapter barrel plug into the
port marked “DC 5V”.
Figure 7 - Powering the Unit with AC
Adapter
Installing the Imager Head Cable
or Extension Cables
To use the micro CA-300 Inspection Camera,
the imager head cable must be connected to
the handheld display unit. To connect the ca-
ble to the handheld display unit, make sure
the camera socket key and display unit sock-
et slot (Figure 8) are properly aligned. Once
they are aligned, nger tighten the knurled
knob to hold the connection in place.
Figure 8 - Cable Connections
3’ (90 cm) and 6’ (180 cm) cable extensions
are available to increase the length of your
camera cable up to 30 feet (9 meters). To in-
stall an extension, rst remove the camera
head cable from the display unit by loosen-
ing the knurled knob. Connect the extension
to the handheld as described above (Figure
8). Connect the keyed end of the camera
head cable to the slotted end of the exten-
sion and nger tighten the knurled knob to
hold the connection in place.
Installing Accessories
The three included accessories, (Hook, Mag-
net, Mirror) all attach to the imager head the
same way.
To connect, hold the imager head as shown in
Figure 9. Slip the semicircle end of the acces-
sory over the ats of the imager head. Then
rotate the accessory a 1/4 turn to retain.
Figure 9 - Installing an Accessory
Accessory
Installing SD™ Card
Open the left side port cover (Figure 4) to ac-
cess the SD card slot. Insert the SD card into
the slot making sure the contacts are facing
towards you and the angled portion of the
card is facing down (Figure 10) . SD cards can
only be installed one way – do not force.
When an SD card is installed, a small SD card
icon will appear in the bottom right hand
portion of the screen, along with the num-
ber of images or length of video that can be
stored on the SD card.
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Figure 10 - Inserting the SD Card
Pre‑Operation Inspection
WARNING
Before each use, inspect your Inspection
Camera and correct any problems to reduce
the risk of serious injury from electric shock
and other causes and prevent tool damage.
1. Make sure the unit is OFF.
2. Remove the battery and inspect it for
signs of damage. Replace battery if nec-
essary. Do not use Inspection Camera if
the battery is damaged.
3. Clean any oil, grease or dirt from the equip-
ment.This aids inspection and helps prevent
the tool from slipping from your grip.
4. Inspect micro CA-300 Inspection Camera
for any broken, worn, missing or binding
parts or any condition which may pre-
vent safe and normal operation.
5. Inspect the camera head lens for con-
densation. To avoid damaging the unit,
do not use the camera if condensation
forms inside the lens. Let the water evap-
orate before using.
6. Inspect the full length of the cable for
cracks or damage. A damaged cable
could allow water to enter the unit and
increase the risk of electrical shock.
7. Check to make sure the connections be-
tween the handheld unit, extension ca-
bles and imager cable are tight. All con-
nections must be properly assembled for
the cable to be water resistant. Conrm
unit is properly assembled.
8. Check that the warning label is present,
rmly attached and readable (Figure 11).
Figure 11 -Warning Label
9. If any issues are found during the inspec-
tion, do not use the inspection camera
until it has been properly serviced.
10. With dry hands, re-install the battery.
11. Press and hold the Power Button for one
second. The imager lights should come
on, then a splash screen will appear.
Once the camera is ready, a live image of
what the camera sees is displayed on the
screen. Consult the Troubleshooting sec-
tion of this manual if no picture appears.
12. Press and hold the Power Button for one
second to turn camera OFF.
Tool andWork Area Set‑Up
WARNING
Set up the micro CA‑300 Inspection Cam‑
era and work area according to these pro‑
cedures to reduce the risk of injury from
electrical shock, entanglement and other
causes and prevent tool damage.
1. Check work area for:
may ignite. If present, do not work in area
until sources have been identied and
corrected. The micro CA-300 Inspection
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Camera is not explosion proof and can
cause sparks.
Do not use the inspection camera while
standing in water.
2. Examine the area or space that you will
be inspecting and determine if the micro
CA-300 Inspection Camera is the correct
piece of equipment for the job.
The minimum opening the camera head
can t through is approximately 3/4”
(19 mm) in diameter for the 17 mm cam-
era head.
inspected. Extensions can be added to
the camera to reach up to 30’(9 m).
would require very tight turns in the
cable. The inspection camera cable can
go down to a 5” (13 cm) radius without
damage.
supplied to the area to be inspected. If
so, the power to the area must be turned
OFF to reduce the risk of electric shock.
Use appropriate lock out procedures to
prevent the power from being turned
back on during the inspection.
-
tered during the inspection. The cable
and imager head are waterproof to a
depth of 10’ (3 m). Greater depths may
cause leakage into the cable and imager
and cause electric shock or damage the
equipment. The handheld display unit is
water resistant (IP65) but should not be
submerged in water.
especially in the case of drains. It is im-
portant to understand the specic safety
measures required to work around any
chemicals present. Contact the chemical
manufacturer for required information.
Chemicals may damage or degrade the
inspection camera.
and items in the area. The working tem-
perature of the inspection camera is be-
tween 32°F to 130°F (0°C to 55°C). Use
in areas outside of this range or contact
with hotter or colder items could cause
camera damage.
-
ent in the area to be inspected. If so,
these parts must be deactivated to pre-
vent movement during inspection to
reduce the risk of entanglement. Use
appropriate lock out procedures to pre-
vent the parts from moving during the
inspection.
If the micro CA-300 Inspection Camera is
not the correct piece of equipment for the
job, other inspection equipment is available
from RIDGID. For a complete listing of RIDGID
products, see the RIDGID catalog, online at
www.RIDGID.com or www.RIDGID.eu.
3. Make sure the micro CA-300 Inspection
Camera has been properly inspected be-
fore each use.
4. Install the correct accessories for the ap-
plication.
Operating Instructions
WARNING
Always wear eye protection to protect your
eyes against dirt and other foreign objects.
Follow operating instructions to reduce the
risk of injury from electrical shock, entan‑
glement and other causes.
1. Make sure that the Inspection Camera
and work area have been properly set up
and that the work area is free of bystand-
ers and other distractions.
2. Press the Power Button for one second.
The imager lights should come ON, then
a splash screen will appear. This screen
tells you the device is booting up. Once
the product is fully powered up, the
screen will automatically switch to the
live screen.
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Figure 12 - Splash Screen
Live Screen
The live screen is where you will do most of
your work. A live image of what the cam-
era sees is displayed on the screen. You can
zoom, adjust LED brightness and take im-
ages or video from this screen.
The screen has a status bar at the top show-
ing the tool mode, battery status, and an
SD™ card icon if inserted, and the bottom in-
formation bar shows information about the
Time and Date.
Figure 13 - Live Screen
Information Bar
Status Bar
When the Inspection Camera is turned ON,
the default mode is for capturing still im-
ages.
Pressing the menu button at any time will ac-
cess the menu. The menu will overlay on the
LIVE Screen. Use the right and left arrow
buttons to switch to the MODE category. Use
the up and down arrows to navigate be-
tween menu items and press select as
desired.
Figure 14 - Screen Shot of Mode Selection
3. If the other inspection camera settings
(such as time stamp, image quality, lan-
guage, Date/Time, TV out, and Storage
device) need to be adjusted, see Menu
Section.
4. Prepare the camera for inspection. The
camera cable may need to be pre-formed
or bent to properly inspect the area. Do
not try to form bends less than 5”(13 cm)
radius. This can damage cable. If inspect-
ing a dark space, turn the LEDs on before
inserting the camera or cable.
Do not use excessive force to insert or
withdraw the cable. This may result in
damage to the inspection camera or
inspection area. Do not use the cable
or imager head to modify surroundings,
clear pathways or clogged areas, or as
anything other than an inspection de-
vice. This may result in damage to the
inspection camera or inspection area.
Image Adjustment
Adjust LED Brightness: Pressing the right
and left arrow button on the button pad
(In live screen) will increase or decrease the
LED brightness. A brightness indicator bar
will be displayed on the screen as you adjust
brightness.
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Figure 15 - Adjusting LED
Zoom: The micro CA-300 Inspection Camera
has a 3.5x digital zoom. Simply press the up
and down arrows while in the live screen
to zoom in or out. A zoom indicator bar will
be displayed on the screen as you adjust
your zoom.
Figure 16 - Adjusting Zoom
Image Rotation: If needed, the image/video
seen on the screen can be rotated in 90 de-
gree increments counter clockwise by press-
ing the rotate image button .
Image Capture
Capturing a Still Image
While in the live screen, make sure the still
camera icon is present at the top left
portion of the screen. Press the shutter but-
ton to capture the image. The save icon
will momentarily appear on the screen. This
indicates the still image has been saved to
the internal memory or SD™ card.
Capturing a Video
While in the live screen, make sure the video
camera icon is present at the top left
portion of the screen. Press the shutter but-
ton to start capturing video.When the device
is recording a video, a red outline will ash
around the video mode icon and the re-
cording duration will show at the top of the
screen. Press the shutter button again to stop
the video. It may take several seconds to save
the video if saving to the internal memory.
The micro CA-300 features an integrated micro-
phone and speaker for recording and playback
of audio with video. A headset with integrated
microphoneisincluded andmaybeusedinstead
of the integrated speaker and microphone. Plug
the headset into the audio port on the right side
of the camera.
5. When the inspection is complete, care-
fully withdraw the camera and cable
from the inspection area.
Figure 17 -Video Recording Screen
Menu
Pressing the menu button at any time
will access the menu. The menu will overlay
on the LIVE Screen. From the menu, the user
will be able to change to the various modes
or enter the settings menu.
There are dierent setting categories to
choose from (Figure 18) while in the settings
screen. Use the right and left arrow buttons
to switch from one category to the next.
Use the up and down arrows to navi-
gate the menu items. The selected category
will be highlighted with a bright red outline.
Once the desired setting is reached, press
select to change to the new selection. The
changes are automatically saved when they
are changed.
While in menu mode, you can press the re-
turn button to return to the previous
screen or hit the menu button to exit
the menu and return to the live screen.
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Figure 18 - Settings Screen
Playback Mode
1. Press the Menu button , use the
down arrow to select Playback mode
icon and use the Select button to
enter play-back mode. Select either Im-
age or Video to playback the desired le.
The playback mode is the interface into
saved les. It will default to the last le
recorded.
2. While reviewing the image the user will
be able to cycle through all saved im-
ages, delete an image and display le
information.
3. While reviewing a video, a user will be
able to navigate through videos, pause,
seek forward, restart, add bookmark and
delete.
Deleting Files
Press menu button while in play-
back mode to delete the image or video.
The delete conrmation dialog allows
the user to delete unwanted les.The ac-
tive icon is outlined in red. Navigation is
done with the arrow buttons .
Time Stamp
Enable or Disable the display of the Date and
Time.
Image Quality
Select the desired image quality. The higher
the image quality, the more space that will
be used for each le. The approximate re-
maining number of images that can be saved
will be shown.
Video Quality
Select the desired image quality. The higher
the video quality the more space that will be
used for each le. The approximate remaining
time that can be recorded will be shown.
Language
Select the “Language” icon in the menu and
press Select. Select dierent languages with
up/down arrow buttons , then press Se-
lect to save the language setting.
Date/Time
Select Set Date or Set Time to set the current
date or time. Select Format Date or Time to
change how the date/time is displayed.
TV‑Out
Select the “NTSC” or “PAL” to enable the TV-
Out for the video format required. Select OFF
to Disable the TV-Out.
Storage
Select the storage icon in the menu and
press select to format the SD™ memory card.
This feature is normally only needed if there
is an issue with the SD™ card.
Speaker
Select the speaker icon in the menu and
press select . Select ON or OFF with up/
down button to keep the speaker ON or
OFF during video playback.
Auto Power Off
Select the auto-power o icon and press
select . Select disable to turn OFF the
automatic shut down function. Select the 5
Minutes, 15 Minutes or 60 Minutes to turn
OFF the tool upon 5/15/60 minutes of non-
operation. Automatic shut down setting will
not be activated when recording or playing
video.
Factory Reset
Select the reset icon and press select .
Conrm the reset function by selecting Yes
and press Select again. This will reset
the tool to the factory set up.
About
Select the about function to display the rm-
ware revision of the micro CA-300 as well as
the software copyright information.
Transferring Images to a
Computer
Connect the micro CA-300 to a computer us-
ing the USB cable.The USB connected screen
is displayed on the micro CA-300 screen and
the camera is accessible as a standard USB
storage device.
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14
The copy and delete options are available
from computer operation.
Connecting to TV
The micro CA-300 Inspection Camera can be
connected to a television or other monitor
for remote viewing or recording through the
included RCA cable.
Open the right side port cover (Figure 3). In-
sert the RCA cable into theTV-Out jack. Insert
the other end of the cable into the Video-In
jack on the television or monitor. Check to
make sure the video format (NTSC or PAL)
output is set properly. The television or
monitor may need to be set to the proper
input to allow viewing.
Using with SeeSnake®Inspection
Equipment
The micro CA-300 Inspection Camera can
also be used with various SeeSnake Inspec-
tion Equipment and is specically designed
to be used with the microReel, microDrain™
and the nanoReel Inspection Systems. When
used with these types of equipment, it retains
all of the functionality described in this man-
ual.The micro CA-300 Inspection Camera can
also be used with other SeeSnake Inspection
Equipment for viewing and recording only.
For use with SeeSnake Inspection Equip-
ment, the imager head and any cable exten-
sions must be removed. For the microReel,
microDrain, nanoReel and similar equip-
ment, see the operator’s manual for informa-
tion on proper connection and use. For other
SeeSnake Inspection Equipment (typically a
reel and monitor), an adapter must be used
to connect the micro CA-300 Inspection
Camera to a Video-Out port on the SeeSnake
Inspection Equipment. When connected in
this manner, the micro CA-300 Inspection
Camera will display the camera view and can
be used for recording.
When connecting to SeeSnake Inspection Equip-
ment (microReel, microDrain™, or nano -Reel),
aligntheinterconnectmoduleconnectedtoyour
reelwith thecableconnectoronthe microCA-300
InspectionCamera,andslide itstraightin,seating
it squarely. (See Figure 19.)
Figure 19 - Camera Connector Plug Installed
NOTICE Do not twist the connector plug to
prevent damage.
Locating the Sonde
If used with a sonde (In-Line Transmitter),
the sonde can be controlled two ways. If the
reel is equipped with a sonde key, that can
be used to turn the sonde ON and OFF. Oth-
erwise, the sonde is turned ON by decreas-
ing LED brightness to zero. Once the Sonde
has been located, the LEDs can be returned
to their normal brightness level to continue
the inspection.
A RIDGID locator such as the SR-20, SR-60,
Scout, or NaviTrack® II set to 512 Hz can be
used to locate features in the drain being in-
spected.
Figure 20 - Locating the Reel Sonde
To locate the Sonde, turn the locator ON and
set it to Sonde mode. Scan in the direction of
the Sonde’s probable location until the loca-
tor detects the Sonde. Once you have detect-
ed the Sonde, use the locator indications to
zero in on its location precisely. For detailed
instructions on Sonde locating, consult the
Operator’s Manual for the locator model you
are using.
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Maintenance
WARNING
Remove batteries before cleaning.
after use with mild soap or mild deter-
gent.
clean dry cloth. Avoid rubbing too hard.
cable connections.
with a clean, dry cloth.
Reset Function
If the unit stops functioning and does not
operate, press the Reset Button (under the
left side port cover – Figure 4). The unit may re-
cover to normal operation when restarted.
Accessories
WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury, only use
accessories specifically designed and rec‑
ommended for use with the RIDGID micro
CA‑300 Inspection Camera such as those
listed below. Other Accessories suitable
for use with other tools may be hazardous
when used with the micro CA‑300 Inspec‑
tion Camera.
Catalog
No. Description
37108 3’(90 cm) Cable Extension
37113 6' (180 cm) Cable Extension
37103 Imager Head and 90 cm Cable -
17 mm
37098 1m length 6 mm diameter imager
37123 17 mm Accessory Pack (Hook,
Magnet, Mirror)
40028 AC Adapter
40623 Headset Accessory with
Microphone
micro CA-300 Inspection Camera
Accessories
Further information on accessories specic to
this toolcanbefoundinthe RIDGIDCatalogand
online at www.RIDGID.com or www.RIDGID.eu.
Storage
The RIDGID micro CA-300 Inspection Camera
must be stored in a dry secure area between
-4°F (-20°C) and 158°F (70°C) and humidity
between 15% and 85% RH.
Store the tool in a locked area, out of the
reach of children and people unfamiliar with
the micro CA-300 Inspection Camera.
Remove the battery before any long period
of storage or shipping to avoid battery leak-
age.
Service and Repair
WARNING
Improper service or repair can make the
RIDGID micro CA‑300 Inspection Camera
unsafe to operate.
Service and repair of the micro CA-300 Inspec-
tion Camera must be performed by a RIDGID
Independent Authorized Service Center.
For information on your nearest RIDGID In-
dependent Service Center or any service or
repair questions:
to nd your local RIDGID contact point.
partment at rtctechservices@emerson.
com, or in the U.S. and Canada call (800)
519-3456.
Disposal
Parts of the RIDGID micro CA-300 Inspection
Camera contain valuable materials and can
be recycled. There are companies that spe-
cialize in recycling that may be found locally.
Dispose of the components in compliance
with all applicable regulations. Contact your
local waste management authority for more
information.
ForECCountries: Do not dispose of
electrical equipment with house-
hold waste!
According to the European Guide-
line 2002/96/EC for Waste Elec-
trical and Electronic Equipment
and its implementation into na-
tional legislation, electrical equipment that
is no longer usable must be collected sepa-
rately and disposed of in an environmentally
correct manner.
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Troubleshooting
Battery Pack/Battery
Charger Safety
WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury, read
these precautions carefully before using
the battery charger or battery
Battery Charger Safety
Chargeonly theRIDGIDrechargeable
battery listed in the Accessories Sec-
tion with the RIDGID Battery Char-
ger. Other types of batteries may burst
causing personal injury and property
damage.
Do not probe battery charger with
conductive objects. Shorting of bat-
tery terminals may cause sparks, burns
or electrical shock.
Do not insert battery into charger if
charger has been dropped or dam-
aged in any way. A damaged charger
increases the risk of electrical shock.
Charge battery in temperatures above
32°F (0°C) and below 122°F (50°C).
Store charger in temperatures above -4°F
(-20°C) and below 104°F (40°C). Storage
for a long time at temperatures above
104°F (40°C) can reduce the capacity of
the battery. Proper care will prevent se-
rious damage to the battery. Improper
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTION
Display turns ON, but
does not show image. Loose cable connections. Check cable connections, clean if re-
quired. Re-attach.
Imager is broken. Replace the Imager.
Imager head covered by debris. Visually inspect imager head to make
certain it is not covered by debris.
LEDs on imager head
are dim at max bright-
ness, display switches
between black and
white, color display
turns itself OFF after a
brief period.
Battery low on power. Replace battery with charged bat-
tery.
Unit will not turn ON. Dead battery. Replace with charged battery.
Unit need to be reset. Reset unit. See “Maintenance” Sec-
tion.
care of the battery may result in battery
leakage, electrical shock and burns.
Use an appropriate power source.
Do not attempt to use a step-up trans-
former or an engine generator, doing
so may cause damage to the charger
resulting in electrical shock, re or
burns.
Do not allow anything to cover the
charger while in use. Proper ventilation
is required for correct operation of the
charger. Allow a minimum of 4”(10 cm) of
clearance around the charger for proper
ventilation.
Unplug the charger when not in use.
This reduces the risk of injury to chil-
dren and untrained persons.
Unplug the charger from outlet be-
fore attempting any maintenance or
cleaning. Reduces the risk of electrical
shock.
Do not charge battery in damp, wet
or explosive environment. Do not
expose to rain, snow or dirt. Contami-
nants and moisture increase the risk of
electrical shock.
Do not open the charger housing.
Have repairs performed only at autho-
rized locations.
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Do not carry charger by power cord.
Reduces the risk of electrical shock.
Battery Safety
Properly dispose of the battery. Expo-
sureto high temperaturescan cause the
battery to explode, so do not dispose of
in a re. Place tape over the terminals
to prevent direct contact with other ob-
jects. Some countries have regulations
concerning battery disposal. Please fol-
low all applicable regulations.
Do not insert the battery with cracked
case into charger. Damaged batteries
increase the risk of electrical shock.
Never disassemble battery.There are
no user-serviceable parts inside the
battery. Disassembling batteries may
cause electrical shock or personal in-
jury.
Avoid contact with uids oozing from
defective battery. Fluids may cause
burns or skin irritation. Thoroughly rinse
with water in case of accidental contact
with uid. Consult doctor if uid comes
into contact with eyes.
Description and
Specifications
Description
The RIDGID Battery Charger (Catalog Num-
ber 37088), when used with appropriate bat-
teries (Catalog Number 37083) listed in the
Accessories section, is designed to charge a
3.7V Li-Ion RIDGID battery in approximately
4 - 5 hours. This charger requires no adjust-
ments.
Figure 21 - Battery and Charger
Charger Inspection and
Set‑Up
WARNING
Before use, inspect the charger and batter‑
ies and correct any problems. Set up char‑
ger according to these procedures to reduce
the risk of injury from electrical shock, fire,
and other causes and prevent tool and sys‑
tem damage. Always wear eye protection
to protect your eyes against dirt and other
foreign objects.
1. Make sure the charger is unplugged. In-
spect the power cord, charger and bat-
tery for damage or modications, or bro-
ken, worn, missing, misaligned or binding
parts. If any problems are found, do not
use charger until the parts have been re-
paired or replaced.
2. Clean any oil, grease or dirt from the equip-
ment as described in the Cleaning Instruc-
tions section, especially handles and con-
trols.This helps prevent the equipment from
slipping from your grip and allows proper
ventilation.
3. Check to see that all warning labels and
decals on the charger and battery are in-
tact and readable. (See Figures 22 & 23.)
Specifications
Input.............................. 100 - 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
Output.......................... 4.2V DC
BatteryType................ 3.7V Li-Ion
Weight.......................... 0.4 lbs (0,02kg)
Charging Time........... 4 to 5 Hrs
Cooling......................... Passive Convection
Cooling (No Fan)
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Figure 22 - Label on Charger
Figure 23 - Label on Battery
4. Select an appropriate location for the char-
ger before use. Check work area for:
Do not use the device in wet or damp
areas.
The charger and battery must both be
between 32°F (0°C) and 122°F (50°C) for
charging to begin. If the temperature
of either is outside of this range at any
point during charging, the operation
will be suspended until brought back
to the correct temperature range.
see that the plug ts correctly into the
desired outlet.
clearance of at least 4”(10 cm) on all sides
to maintain a proper operating tempera-
ture.
5. Plug cord into charger.
6. With dry hands, plug charger into the appro-
priate power source.
Charging Procedure/
Operating Instructions
WARNING
Always wear eye protection to protect your
eyes against dirt and other foreign objects.
Follow operating instructions to reduce the
risk of injury from electrical shock.
NOTE! New batteries reach their full capacity
after approximately 5 charging and
discharging cycles.
1. Set up charger according to the Charger
Inspection and Set Up section.
2. The charger conducts a 1-second life test
during which the LED blinks from red to
green. The charger then goes into stand-
by mode in which the LED is OFF.
3. With dry hands, insert the battery pack
onto the charger. The battery pack will
begin charging automatically. While the
battery is charging, the red LED will glow
solid.
4. When the battery is fully charged, the
green LED glows solid. Remove the bat-
tery. Once the battery is charged, it may
remain on the charger until it is ready to
be used.There is no risk of over-charging
the battery. When the battery has been
fully charged, the charger automatically
switches to retention charging.
5. With dry hands, unplug the charger from
the outlet once charging is complete.
Cleaning Instructions
WARNING
Unplug the charger before cleaning. Do not
use any water or chemicals to clean charger
or batteries to reduce the risk of electrical
shock.
1. If present, remove battery from charger.
2. Remove any dirt or grease from the ex-
terior of the charger and battery with a
cloth or soft non-metallic brush.
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