RIDGID SeeSnake CS1000 User manual

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Operator’s Manual
)WARNING!
Read this Operator’s Manual
carefully before using this
tool. Failure to understand
and follow the contents of
this manual may result in
electrical shock, re and/or
serious personal injury.

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Table of Contents
Recording Form for Machine Serial Number..................................................................................1
SafetySymbols....................................................................................................................................2
General Safey Rules............................................................................................................................2
WorkArea Safety...............................................................................................................................2
Electrical Safety................................................................................................................................2
Personal Safety................................................................................................................................2
Equipment Use and Care................................................................................................................ 3
Battery Use and Care...................................................................................................................... 3
Service............................................................................................................................................. 3
Specic Safety Information.............................................................................................................. 3
CS1000 Safety................................................................................................................................. 3
Description, Specications, and Standard Equipment................................................................5
Description....................................................................................................................................... 5
Specications...................................................................................................................................5
Standard Equipment........................................................................................................................ 5
CS1000 Components......................................................................................................................... 6
Icon Legend........................................................................................................................................ 9
Pre-Operation Inspection................................................................................................................. 9
Work Area and Equipment Setup.................................................................................................... 9
Placement......................................................................................................................................10
Tilt Stand........................................................................................................................................ 10
Front Cover.................................................................................................................................... 10
Connecting the CS1000..................................................................................................................11
Powering the CS1000.....................................................................................................................11
Interface Overview........................................................................................................................... 13
Software Overview........................................................................................................................ 13
Operating Instructions.....................................................................................................................17
Starting a Job................................................................................................................................. 17
Capturing and Creating Media....................................................................................................... 18
Adding Job Information.................................................................................................................. 20
Reviewing a Job.............................................................................................................................21
Closing a Job................................................................................................................................. 24
Powering OFF the CS1000............................................................................................................25
Conguring the CS1000..................................................................................................................26
Delivering Reports........................................................................................................................... 28
SeeSnake HQ Software................................................................................................................. 31
Maintenance Instructions................................................................................................................31
Software Updates...........................................................................................................................31
Cleaning......................................................................................................................................... 32
Accessories.......................................................................................................................................32
Transport and Storage.....................................................................................................................32
Service and Repair...........................................................................................................................32
Disposal.............................................................................................................................................32
Battery Disposal...............................................................................................................................33
Troubleshooting............................................................................................................................... 34
Issue Tag Icons and Descriptions.................................................................................................35
Lifetime Warranty............................................................................................................... Back Cover

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Record product serial number below as it appears on the nameplate.
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General Safey Rules
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow
the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock,
re, and/or serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Work Area Safety
yKeep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
yDo not operate equipment in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of ammable liquids, gases,
or dust. Equipment can create sparks which may ignite
the dust or fumes.
yKeep children and bystanders away while operating
equipment. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
yAvoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electrical
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
yDo not expose equipment to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering equipment will increase the risk of
electrical shock.
yDo not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying,
pulling, or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away
from heat, oil, sharp edges, and moving parts. Damaged
or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
yIf operating equipment in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the
risk of electric shock.
yKeep all electrical connections dry and off the
ground. Do not touch equipment or plugs with wet
hands to reduce the risk of electrical shock.
Personal Safety
yStay alert, watch what you are doing, and use
common sense when operating equipment. Do not
use equipment while you are tired or under the inuence
of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention
while operating equipment may result in serious personal
injury.
yUse personal protective equipment. Always wear eye
protection. The appropriate use of protective equipment
such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, a hard hat,
and hearing protection will reduce personal injuries.
yDo not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times. This enables better control of the equipment in
unexpected situations.
yDress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, and long hair can be
caught in moving parts.
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 understanding 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 DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
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 handling or using this equipment
to reduce the risk of eye injury.
This symbol indicates the risk of electrical shock.

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Equipment Use and Care
yDo not force equipment. Use the correct equipment for
your application. The correct equipment will do the job
better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
yDo not use equipment if the power switch does not
turn it ON and OFF. Any equipment that cannot be
controlled with the power switch is dangerous and must
be repaired.
yDisconnect the plug from the power source and/or
the battery pack from the equipment before making
adjustments, changing accessories, or storing.
Preventive safety measures reduce the risk of injury.
yStore idle equipment out of the reach of children and
do not allow persons unfamiliar with the equipment
or these instructions to operate the equipment.
Equipment can be dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.
yMaintain equipment. Check for misalignment or binding
of moving parts, missing parts, breakage of parts, and
any other condition that may affect the equipment’s
operation. If damaged, have the equipment repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained equipment.
yUse the equipment and accessories in accordance
with these instructions; taking into account the
working conditions and the work to be performed.
Use of the equipment for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
yUse only accessories that are recommended by the
manufacturer for your equipment. Accessories that
may be suitable for one piece of equipment may become
hazardous when used with other equipment.
yKeep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
This allows for better control of the equipment.
Battery Use and Care
WARNING
Read the battery charger manual before using the charger
or batteries. Failure to read, understand and follow the
contents of the charger manual may result in extensive
property damage, severe personal injury, or death.
yRecharge only with the charger specied by the
manufacturer. A charger suitable for one type of battery
pack may create a risk of re when used with another
battery pack.
yUse equipment only with specically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk of injury and re.
yDo not probe battery with conductive objects.
Shorting of battery terminals may cause sparks, burns,
or electrical shock. When the battery pack is not in use,
keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects
that can make a connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns
or a re.
yUnder abusive conditions, liquid may eject from
battery; avoid contact. If contact occurs, ush with
water. If liquid contacts eyes, seek medical help. Liquid
ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
yUse and store batteries and chargers in dry,
appropriate temperature areas. Extreme temperatures
and moisture can damage batteries and result in leakage,
electrical shock, re or burns. See charger manual for
more information.
yDo not cover charger while in use. Proper ventilation
is required for correct operation. Covering charger in use
could result in re.
yProperly dispose of batteries. Exposure to high
temperatures can cause the batteries to explode; do not
dispose of in a re. Some countries have regulations
concerning battery disposal. Follow all applicable
regulations.
Service
Ensure a qualied repair person services your equipment
using only identical replacement parts to maintain the
safety of the tool. Remove the batteries and refer servicing
to qualied service personnel under any of the following
conditions:
yIf liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into product.
yIf the product does not operate normally when following
the operating instructions.
yIf the product has been dropped or damaged.
yWhen the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance.
Specic Safety Information
WARNING
This section contains important safety information that is
specic to the CS1000. Read these precautions carefully
before using the CS1000 to reduce the risk of electrical
shock, re, or other serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Keep this manual with the equipment for use by the operator.
CS1000 Safety
yThe equipment is intended for indoor use when used
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protect it from exposure to weather. This product is not
water resistant. Do not expose the equipment to moisture
or rain. Water entering the unit housing can increase
the risk of safety hazards and electrical shock. Only the
camera and cable in a SeeSnake Pipe Inspection Reel
are water-resistant.
yAn improperly grounded electrical outlet can cause
electrical shock and/or severely damage equipment.
Always check work area for a properly grounded electrical
outlet. Presence of a three-prong or GFCI outlet does not
ensure that the outlet is properly grounded. If in doubt,
have the outlet inspected by a licensed electrician.
yPower the CS1000 only with a specically designated
battery or a double insulated power supply. This
minimizes the risk of electrical hazards from moisture or
faulty electrical outlets.
yDo not operate this equipment if operator or CS1000
is standing in water. Operating CS1000 while in water
increases the risk of electrical shock.
yThe CS1000 is not waterproof. It is dust resistant and
splash-resistant. Only the camera and push cable are
waterproof. Do not expose the equipment to water or
rain. This increases the risk of electrical shock.
yDo not use where a danger of high voltage contact is
present. The equipment is not designed to provide high
voltage protection and isolation.
yRead and understand this operator’s manual, the
reel operator’s manual, the instructions for any
other equipment in use and all warnings before
operating the CS1000. Failure to follow all instructions
and warnings may result in property damage and/or
serious personal injury.
yAlways use appropriate personal protective
equipment when handling and using equipment in
drains. Drains may contain chemicals, bacteria, and
other substances that may be toxic, infectious, cause
burns or other issues. Appropriate personal protective
equipment always includes safety glasses and may
include drain cleaning gloves or mitts, latex or rubber
gloves, face shields, goggles, protective clothing,
respirators, and steel toed footwear.
yIf using drain cleaning equipment at the same time
as drain inspection equipment, only wear RIDGID
drain cleaning gloves. Never grasp the rotating drain
cleaning cable with anything else, including other gloves
or a rag. They can become wrapped around the cable
and cause hand injuries. Only wear latex or rubber
gloves under RIDGID drain cleaner gloves. Do not use
damaged drain cleaning gloves.
yPractice good hygiene. Use hot, soapy water to wash
hands and other body parts exposed to drain contents
after handling or using drain inspection equipment. Do not
eat or smoke while operating or handling drain inspection
equipment. This will help prevent contamination from
toxic or infectious material.
The information supplied with this product cannot cover
all possible conditions and situations that may occur,
and should be used in conjunction with appropriate
training, sound judgment, and good work practices.
These factors cannot be built into the product, but must
be supplied by the operator.
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:
yContact SeeSnake Support for questions relating to
SeeSnake HQ software or the CS1000 at HQSupport@
seesnake.com.
yContact your local RIDGID distributor.
yVisit www.RIDGID.com or www.RIDGID.eu to nd your
local RIDGID contact point.
yContact RIDGID Technical Services Department at
[email protected], or in the U.S. and
Canada call 800-519-3456.

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Description, Specications, and
Standard Equipment
Description
The CS1000 is designed to provide a convenient accessible
portal for all your pipe inspection, recording, monitoring,
and report generation needs. Use the CS1000 with RIDGID
SeeSnake reels and cameras to make a complete inspection
system.
The CS1000 will help you organize your inspections by
grouping all the associated still photos, videos, autolog
videos, text notes, job location information, and customer
information into “Jobs.” Jobs give you a convenient way to
transfer inspection data from the CS1000, and they form
the basis for creating “Reports” in the CS1000. As you work
with your CS1000, Jobs are automatically assembled from
the information you collect during the inspection process;
making organization easy to understand.
Your CS1000 is fully compatible with SeeSnake HQ.
SeeSnake HQ is a new report generating software that you
can use to quickly generate customized reports for your
customer that can then be emailed, printed, burned onto
DVD, or exported for viewing online. You can download the
latest version of SeeSnake HQ for free at www.hq.seesnake.
com.
Figure 1 – Complete SeeSnake Inspection System
Specications
Table 1
SeeSnake® CS1000 Specications
Weight:
with two batteries 17.3 lb [7.84 kg]
without batteries 14.65 lb [6.64 kg]
Closed Dimensions:
Length 14.3 in [36.3 cm]
Width 11.9 in [30.2 cm]
Height 12.4 in [31.5 cm]
LCD Display:
Working resolution VGA 640 x 480 pixels
Display size (HxV) 12.1 in [30.7 cm]
Contrast ratio 700:1
Brightness 500 cd/m2
Power Source 100-240VAC/50-60Hz
1.5A or 18 VDC
Battery Type 2x 18 V Li-Ion, 2.2Ah
Operating Environment:
Temperature 32°F to 104°F
[0°C to 40°C]
Storage temperature 14°F to 158°F
[-10°C to 70°C]
Humidity 5% to 95% RH
Altitude 13,120 ft [4,000 m]
Standard Equipment
yCS1000
yOperator’s Manual
yQuick Start Guide
yInstructional DVD

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CS1000 Components
Figure 2 – CS100 Front View
Figure 3 – CS1000 Rear View
Front Cover
Keyboard
LCD Screen
Mini Keypad
Main Keypad
External Power Cord
Optional Batteries
Serial # Label

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Figure 4 – CS1000 Keyboard
Microphone
Keypad
Keyboard Keyboard LED Indicators
Figure 5 – Main Keypad
Photo Tag Key Arrow Keys Menu Key Sonde Key LED Brightness Key
Photo Key
Video Key
Autolog Key
Job Manager Key Job Review Key Select Key Zero Key
Microphone Mute Key
Image Flip Key
Power Key

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Figure 6 – Mini Keypad and Connections
Figure 7 – Keyboard Connections
Zero Key LED Brightness Key Sonde Key Battery Indicators Power Key
Video Out
Keyboard Latch SeeSnake System Connector Cover
(Connector not used)
Transmitter Clip-on
Terminal
USB 1USB 2
Video Out Port
Factory Interface Port
Connector Cover

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Icon Legend
Table 2
CS1000 Keypads and Icons
Main Keypad
Power Key
Select Key
Arrow Keys
Menu Key
Photo Key
Photo Tag Key
Autolog Key
Video Key
Job Review Key
Job Manager Key
LED Brightness Key
Sonde Key
Zero Key
Microphone Mute Key
Image Flip Key
Mini Keypad
Power Key
LED Brightness Key
Sonde Key
Zero Key
Pre-Operation Inspection
WARNING
Before each use, inspect your CS1000 and correct any
problems to reduce the risk of serious injury from electrical
shock or other causes and prevent machine damage.
1. Conrm that the power is OFF, that any external power
and cords are disconnected, and that the battery is
removed. Inspect the cords, cables, and connectors
for damage or modication.
2. Clean any dirt, oil, or other contamination from the
CS1000 to aid in inspection and to prevent the unit
from slipping from your grip during transport or use.
3. Inspect the CS1000 for any broken, worn, missing,
misaligned or binding parts, or any other condition
which might prevent safe, normal operation.
4. Inspect any other equipment being used per its
instructions to make sure it is in good, usable condition.
5. If any problems are found, do not use the equipment
until the problems are corrected.
Work Area and Equipment Setup
WARNING
Set up the CS1000 and work area in accordance with these
procedures to reduce the risk of injury from electrical
shock, re, and other causes and to prevent damage to
the CS1000.
1. Check work area for the following:
yAdequate lighting.
yFlammable liquids, vapors, or dust that may ignite. If
present, do not work in area until sources have been
identied and corrected. The CS1000 is not explosion
proof. Electrical connections can cause sparks.
yClear, level, stable dry place for operator. Do not use
the machine while standing in water.
yClear path to electrical outlet that does not contain
any potential sources of damage for the power cord
when using external power.
2. Inspect the work to be performed. If possible, determine
the drain access points, sizes and lengths. Determine
the presence of drain cleaning chemicals or other
chemicals. If chemicals are present, it is important
to understand the specic safety measures required
to work around the chemicals. Contact the chemical
manufacturer for required information.
3. Determine the correct equipment for the application.
The CS1000 is made to view and record inspections
with a SeeSnake inspection camera. Inspection
equipment for other applications can be found in the
Ridge Tool Catalog or online at www.RIDGID.com or
www.RIDGID.eu.
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5. Evaluate the work area and determine if any barriers
are needed to keep bystanders away. Bystanders can
distract the operator during use. If working near trafc,
erect cones or other barriers to alert drivers.
6. If needed, remove xture (water closet, sink, etc.) to
allow access.
Placement
Place the CS1000 to allow easy access and viewing while
manipulating the camera and push cable for inspection.
Setup the CS1000 so its screen is easy to see. Adjust the
controls so they are easy to reach during use. In brightly lit
areas, point the screen away from bright light sources and/
or use the monitor’s front cover as a sun shade to reduce
glare. Make sure that the location is not wet and will not let
the CS1000 and other equipment get wet during use. The
CS1000 is not waterproof and exposure to wet conditions
can cause electrical shock or equipment damage.
Place camera and reel as instructed in their operator’s
manual. Ensure the CS1000 and cable reel are stable.
Tilt Stand
You can use the tilt stand to customize the viewing angle of
the screen and the positioning of keyboard depending on
the inspection environment and personal preference.
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2
Figure 8 – Placing the CS1000 and Setting Up the Tilt Stand
1. Use the handle (Item 1, Figure 8) on the top of the
CS1000 to place the unit in the desired location.
2. Tilt the unit back slightly and pull forward on the tilt
stand (Item 2, Figure 8) until it locks in place.
3. To store the tilt stand, tilt the unit back slightly, and push
the tilt stand toward the back of the unit until it lays at
against the base of the unit.
Front Cover
The CS1000 front cover serves two purposes: it protects the
unit during transportation and storage, and it acts as a sun
hood to reduce glare during inspections.
Opening the Front Cover
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2
3
4
Figure 9 – Opening the Front Cover
1. Depress the orange Front Cover Release Buttons
(Item 1, Figure 9) on each side of the unit.
2. Raise the front cover (Item 2, Figure 9) to its uppermost
position where it will lock securely into place.
3. Lower the keyboard (Item 3, Figure 9) into its operating
position.
4. (Optional) Use the keyboard latches (Item 4, Figure
9) to adjust and secure the position of your keyboard.
Pull the red T-shaped latches toward you to lock the
keyboard into an upwardly angled position.
Closing the Front Cover
1. Disconnect all connections, including USB.
2. Fold up the keyboard.
3. Keeping ngers clear of the front cover, depress the
orange Front Cover Release Buttons on both sides of
the unit to drop the cover to the lower position. Press
front cover into place until it locks.

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Connecting the CS1000
System Connector
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Figure 10 – Connecting SeeSnake System Cable to CS1000
System Connection
1. Unwrap the SeeSnake System Cable from its holder
and insert the System Cable plug into the SeeSnake
System Connector (Item 1, Figure 10) on the front
edge of the keyboard.
2. To join the connectors, align the guide pin to the guide
socket, push the connector straight in. A guide ridge
(Item 2, Figure 10) molded into the top of the cable
connector will point up when the plug is correctly
aligned.
3. Tighten the outer locking sleeve (Item 3, Figure 10).
NOTICE
When connecting or disconnecting the
System Cable, twist only the locking sleeve! To prevent
damage to pins, never bend or twist the connector or
cable!
Additional CS1000 Ports
There are four ports located behind the red rubber connector
cover on the front edge of the keyboard.
Figure 11 – CS1000 Ports
NOTICE
The areas behind the connector cover,
containing the USB ports, Video Out Port, and Factory
Interface Port are not internally sealed. Keep the connector
cover in place in wet or moist conditions to prevent
damage to the ports.
USB Ports
The two USB ports are suitable for thumb drives or other
storage devices. Use any one USB port at a time.
Video Out Port
The Video Out Port enables you to connect the CS1000
to an external monitor for video display. The Video Out
Port only outputs audio on video playback and not during
recording.
Factory Interface Port
To perform diagnostics the manufacturer will use the Factory
Interface Port. Do not use the Factory Interface Port for
other devices.
Connection Icons
Table 3
Connection Icons
Video Out
Transmitter Clip-on Terminal
Powering the CS1000
The CS1000 can be powered with one or two RIDGID Li-
Ion rechargeable battery or plugged into an outlet using
a AC/DC power converter. Battery power is the preferred
powering method to reduce the risk of electrical shock. The
power converter is not rated for outdoor use. Only use the
CS1000 indoors when powered with the AC/DC converter.
Battery Power
1. With dry hands, insert one or two 18 V Li-Ion batteries
into the battery docks in the back of the unit. The unit
can be tilted forward and rested on the closed face for
convenience.
2. The batteries are rated for 2.2 amp-hours each. Actual
operation time on batteries will vary depending on use.
The CS1000 will run for approximately 1.75 hours with
a single, fully charged battery, and approximately 4.5
hours with two fully charged batteries.
3. Only recharge the batteries with the approved charger.
Attempting to charge batteries with the wrong charger
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Checking Battery Status: Icons
You can monitor your battery levels using the two battery
icons in the bottom left corner of the screen. Table 4 shows
the on-screen battery indicator icons.
Figure 12 – On-Screen Battery Icons
Table 4
On-Screen Battery Icons
Full charge
Partial charge
Battery low
No charge
AC power
Checking Battery Status: LEDs
The CS1000 has four battery indicator LEDs, two for each
battery, located just below the screen.
Figure 13 – Battery Indicator LEDs
When the unit is turned ON and there are batteries in the
battery docks, the LEDs on the CS1000 will reect the state
of each battery as shown in Table 5.
Table 5
Battery Status LED Indicators
LED Behavior Meaning
Left LED is Green
Right LED is OFF Battery full charge
Left LED is Green
Right LED is Red Battery partial charge
Left LED is OFF
Right LED is Red Battery low
Blinking red and
beeps
Replace batteries immediately.
Shutdown in 1 min
Solid red and
continuous tone
Dead batteries.
Shutdown in 5 sec
Slow blink External power in use.
Beeps when disconnected
Outlet Power
NOTICE
The provided external power supply is
intended for indoor use only.
For plug-in operation, a double insulated AC/DC power
cord is supplied to reduce wall outlet voltage to the correct
voltage for the CS1000.
1. To power the system using AC power with the power
cord, locate the power cord on the back of the unit.
Unhook the Velcro® strap and remove the plug from
its holder.
2. With dry hands, plug the power cord into an approved
outlet. If using an extension cord ensure the use of
adequate wire gauge. For cords no greater than 25 ft
[7.6 m] long, use a wire gage of at least 18 AWG is
required. For cords longer than 25 ft [7.6 m], use a wire
gauge of at least 16 AWG.
3. Never power the unit from AC using the power cord in
a wet environment.
Sometimes you may need to move locations during a job. If
you are running your CS1000 using AC power and have at
least one battery in the rear battery docks, you can unplug
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Interface Overview
Software Overview
The on-screen interface has three regions: Live View,
Dashboard, and Status Bar.
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Figure 14 – Live View, Dashboard, and Status Bar
Live View
The largest area of the screen, where the live video feed
appears, is called “Live View” (Item 1, Figure 14).
Dashboard
The Dashboard (Item 2, Figure 14) is visible when you
are viewing live video and in the Menus and Job Manager.
Dashboard icons have two states: default and alternate.
Table 6 explains the Dashboard’s default and alternate
states.
Table 6
Dashboard Icon States and Meanings
Default
State
Alternate
State
Icon
Name Meaning
Photo
Highlights red when a photo
is being taken or when a
photo tag is created. The
on-screen icon will also
briey highlight red at the
beginning of autolog and
video recordings.
Video
Highlights red when a video
recording is in progress. A
splash screen will appear in
Live View, at the beginning
of a video recording.
Default
State
Alternate
State
Icon
Name Meaning
Autolog
Highlights red when an
autolog video recording is in
progress. A splash screen
will appear in Live View.
Microphone
Mute
Highlights yellow when the
microphone is ON. When
muted, the icon will appear
gray with a slash through
it. The Microphone Mute
Key can be used to disable
audio recording during an
inspection or to mute audio
during video or autolog
video playback.
Sonde
Highlights green when
Sonde is activated.
Additionally, when the
sonde is activated, an
overlay will appear on
bottom of the Live Video.
Image Flip
Highlights red and ips
when the screen image
is ipped vertically and
mirrored horizontally.
Status Bar
The Status Bar (Item 3, Figure 14). is located at the bottom
of the screen. The Status Bar lets you keep an eye on your
batteries and internal drive’s storage space. When the
CS1000 is ON, the status bar is visible from every screen
and menu. Figure 16 shows an example of what the Status
Bar can look like on a CS1000.
Figure 15 – Status Bar
Status Bar Folder Icon
In the bottom right corner of the screen you will see a folder.
This folder communicates useful information about the
number of jobs being stored on your internal hard drive and
the status of your current job. Table 7 explains the different
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Table 7
Status Bar Folder Variations
Icon Meaning Details
No Job
open
The number in the icon signies
the number of Jobs stored on your
internal hard drive.
Job open The red dot signies that you
currently have a Job open.
Job paused
The pause symbol signies that you
have a Job open, but it is paused. To
learn more about pausing a Job see
page 25.
Job stopped A black square on the folder signies
that a Job has been stopped.
Keypad Overview
Navigating the Menus and Screens
The CS1000 keypad Arrow Keys and keyboard
arrow keys can both be used to navigate through menus
and screens in the equipment’s interface. Use the Select
Key or the keyboard’s Enter Key to make selections and
to apply changes.
Use the CS1000’s Menu Key or the keyboard’s Esc Key
to move backwards through the various menus and screens.
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Main Keypad
Icon Key Function
Power Key Turns the CS1000 ON or OFF.
Arrow Keys
Used to navigate menus and screens.
The keyboard’s arrow keys can also be
used to navigate menus and screens.
Select Key
Used to select menu items. The
keyboard’s Enter Key may also be
used to make selections and apply
changes.
Menu Key Brings up the Main Menu.
Photo Key Takes a photo.
Icon Key Function
Photo Tag
Key
Takes a photo and opens a form
where custom text or issue tags
can be added. Issue tags are a set
of descriptions and denitions of
common problems encountered during
pipe inspections.
Video Key
Starts and stops video recording.
When a video is recording, the LED
located on the bottom of the Video
Key will be highlighted red.
Autolog Key
Starts and stops autolog video
recording. Autolog videos are made
up of continuous audio recording and
still-image frames taken at regular
intervals and saved in a compressed
format.
Job Review
Key
Allows review of any photos or clips
in the currently open Job. Also allows
editing Report Fields and selecting
clips or photos for inclusion in reports.
A preview of the report can also be
accessed from this screen.
Job
Manager
Key
Opens the Job Manager where you
can choose to close a job, add a
new session, preview the report, edit
job information, or access the Job
Browser.
Sonde Key Toggles the Sonde ON or OFF.
LED
Brightness
Key
Press to step up or down through
various brightness levels or press
once and then use the arrow keys to
step through the brightness levels.
An indicator bar will appear in the
progress bar at the bottom of the
screen.
Zero Key
Press the Zero Key once to reset
a temporary relative zero point for
intermediate measurement. Relative
zero will appear in parenthesis. Press
the Zero Key a second time to stop
relative zero and return to your actual
count. You can also press and hold the
Zero Key to reset the count to zero.
Microphone
Mute Key
Toggles the microphone ON or OFF.
Also mutes audio on video playback.
Image Flip
Key
Flips the image top to bottom, but not
left to right.

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Mini Keypad
Icon Key Function
Power Key
Closely resembles the Power Key on
the Main Keypad. Both can be used
to turn the CS1000 ON and OFF.
The Mini Keypad’s Power Key has
a blue LED to the right that lights up
whenever the unit is powered ON.
LED
Brightness
Key
Press the key to step through the
various levels of brightness. The blue
LED next to the Mini Keypad’s LED
Brightness Key indicates the level of
brightness by blinking. At minimum
brightness the LED will be OFF and
at maximum brightness the LED will
be ON steadily. In between, it will blink
faster the brighter the setting.
Sonde Key
Both this Sonde Key and the one
on the Main Keypad can be used to
toggle the Sonde ON and OFF. The
Mini Keypad’s Sonde Key has a blue
LED to the right that lights up when
the Sonde is ON.
Zero Key
Works exactly the same as the Zero
Key on the Main Keypad despite a
slightly different appearance.
Using the Brightness Key
The Brightness Key modulates the camera’s LED
brightness. The levels of brightness can be selected
gradually by pressing the Brightness Key one step at a
time or selected rapidly by holding the Brightness Key
down until the desired step is reached.
Figure 16 – Adjusting Brightness
When pressed and held down, the Brightness Key
will continue to gradually increase the brightness until it
reaches maximum and will then decrease brightness until
it reaches minimum. At each end of the scale, a beep will
sound; indicating that the progression is changing direction.
Single-step mode (individual key presses) will increase the
brightness step-by-step until it reaches maximum and then
decrease until it reaches minimum.
LED brightness can also be controlled by pressing the
Brightness Key once and then using the keypad Arrow
Keys .
Using the Zero Key
If your SeeSnake has the CountPlus distance counter, the
Zero Key will act in a similar manner as the Zero Key
on the CountPlus.
The Zero Key enables you to measure two things:
1. The distance from the access point to the camera’s
current position.
2. The distance between any two points in the line.
The CS1000 has a Zero Key on the Main Keypad and
a Zero Key on the Mini Keypad located just below the
screen. Though different in appearance, these keys function
in exactly the same way.
Relative Zero
Pressing the Zero Key once will set a temporary “Relative
Zero” point for intermediate measurement. This enables
you to start a distance count from a preferred point such as
the entry to a pipe or a particular branch line within a pipe.
Relative zero will display in parenthesis on the Status Bar.
Press the Zero Key one more time to exit “Relative Zero”
and return to the original count.
Figure 17 – Relative Zero in Parenthesis on Status Bar
Absolute Zero
You can reset the count to absolute zero at any point during
your inspection by pressing and holding the Zero Key
until the display clears to read either 0” or 0 cm. This is a
hard reset and will also zero the temporary counter.

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Using the Image Flip Key
The image on the screen will orient according to the camera’s
position and view. If the camera gets turned, the image will
also turn on the screen. Press the Image Flip Key to ip
the camera image top to bottom for easier interpretation of
the situation in the line.
Using the Sonde Key
Modern SeeSnake cameras have a built-in 512 Hz
transmitter, or Sonde, which can be controlled from the
CS1000. The built-in Sonde is not always activated even
though the system is ON.
Use either the Sonde Key on the Main Keypad or the
Sonde Key on the Mini Keypad to toggle the Sonde ON
and OFF.
When the Sonde is activated you may notice horizontal
lines of interference on the monitor. The sonde symbol will
be appear as an overlay on the video (Item 1, Figure 18).
The Sonde icon on the Dashboard (Item 2, Figure 18) will
appear highlighted green as long as the sonde is active.
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Figure 18 – Sonde Enabled
When the Sonde is ON, the blue LED by the Sonde Key
will be lit up, indicating that the system is sending a signal to
the Sonde. The LED will be lit even if the Sonde is missing
or not operational.
Locating the Camera with the Sonde
For normal camera operation, the Sonde should be turned
OFF to save power until you want to locate the camera head
underground using a locator.
When you are ready to activate the Sonde, press either the
Sonde Key on the Main Keypad or the Sonde Key on
the Mini Keypad.
When you are nished locating the Sonde, press the Sonde
Key again to turn it OFF.
Line Tracing the SeeSnake Push Cable
In addition to being able to locate the Sonde built into the
system camera, it is possible to trace the path of the push
cable underground by using a RIDGID SeekTech locator
such as the NaviTrack II, Scout, SR-20, or SR-60.
To line-trace the SeeSnake push cable:
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Figure 19 – Transmitter Clip-On Terminal
1. Connect a line transmitter with one connector well-
grounded to the grounding stake, and the other
connector clipped to the CS1000’s Transmitter Clip-On
Terminal (Item 1, Figure 19).
2. Press the Sonde Key (Item 2, Figure 19) to activate
the Sonde.
3. Set the line transmitter and the locator to the same
desired frequency and use the locator to trace the line.
The built-in 512 Hz Sonde may be on at the same time. If
your locator is equipped with SimulTrace dual-frequency
capability, you can follow the push cable all the way to the
camera’s location and then detect the Sonde in the camera
as you approach it above ground.
Figure 20 – Line Tracing the Push Cable
Alternatively, use a line transmitter and a locator to line-trace
the push cable. When the signal fades, switch the locator to
Sonde mode. Pick the 512 Hz signal up from where the
line-trace frequency started to weaken and zero in on the
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Because locating frequencies from transmitters can distort
the image on the monitor, turn the Sonde and the line
transmitters OFF while inspecting the interior of a line and
turn them ON only when ready to do a locate.
Operating Instructions
WARNING
Always wear eye protection to protect your eyes against
dirt and other foreign objects.
When inspecting drains that might contain hazardous
chemicals or bacteria, wear appropriate protective
equipment, such as latex gloves, goggles, face shields,
and respirators to prevent burns and infections.
Do not operate this equipment if operator or machine
is standing in water. Operating machine while in water
increases the risk of electrical shock. Rubber soled, non-
slip shoes can help prevent slipping and electric shock,
especially on wet surfaces.
Follow operating instructions to reduce the risk of injury
from electrical shock and other causes.
Starting a Job
Starting Up the CS1000
1. Check that the unit is properly set up.
2. Connect the CS1000 to both a power source and a
SeeSnake camera inspection system.
3. Place the camera head into the inspection start point,
typically the pipe entrance.
4. Power the CS1000 and camera ON by performing one
of the following:
yPressing the Power Key on the Main Keypad.
yPressing the Power Key on the Mini Keypad.
yPressing the Autolog Key on the Main keypad.
This will power on the CS1000 and camera, start a
new Job File, and start recording an autolog video.
5. (Optional) Zero the counter by pressing and holding
the Zero Key .
6. Push the camera head through the line. Proceed with
pipe inspection in accordance with your SeeSnake
operator’s manual.
Starting a New Job
Once ON, there are several ways to begin a new Job. If no
Job le is open at the time, start a new Job by pressing one
of the following keys:
yAutolog Key :Opens a new job and starts recording
an Autolog video.
yVideo Key :Opens a new job and starts a video
recording.
yPhoto Key :Opens a new job and takes a photo.
yPhoto Tag Key :Opens a new job, takes a photo,
and brings up the Issue Tag and Note screen.
yJob Manager Key :Opens the Job Manager screen
where you can use the Select Key to choose “Start
New Job” from the list.
Figure 21 – “Start New Job” from the Job Manager

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Capturing and Creating Media
Recording Autolog Video
Autolog video recording allows the entire inspection to be
captured in a compressed format. The smaller Autolog le
allows faster le exportation over standard video les.
Press the Autolog Key once to start recording an Autolog
video. A splash screen will appear at the start of each
Autolog recording. The Autolog icon on the dashboard will
highlight red to indicate that an Autolog video recording is
in progress.
An Autolog recording saves screen images in a motion
JPEG video format at the rate of 4 frames per seconds. If
no change in position or view is detected from the counter
because the camera is not moving, the CS1000 will stop
adding new frames until the camera moves again.
Figure 22 – Autolog Splash Screen
The CS1000 records audio continuously during autolog
video recording even if the camera is not capturing new
frames. To record an Autolog video without audio, press the
Microphone Mute Key .
You can capture additional photos or higher-quality video
clips while recording an Autolog video by pressing the
Photo Key , the Photo Tag Key , or the Video Key .
To stop the Autolog video recording, press the Autolog Key
one more time.
Recording Video
Press the Video Key to start recording a video. A splash
screen will appear at the start of each video recording. The
video icon on the dashboard will highlight red to indicate
that a video recording is in progress.
To record video without audio, press the Microphone Mute
Key to mute the microphone.
Figure 23 – Video Splash Screen
The CS1000 can record video and Autolog video
simultaneously. The two recordings are independent of
each other so if you start recording a video and then start
recording Autolog video, you can start and stop both video
types without affecting the other.
You can also capture additional photos by pressing the
Photo Key and/or Photo Tag Key . To stop the video
recording, press the Video Key one more time.
Taking Photos
To take a photo, press the Photo Key . A splash screen
containing your photo will appear each time you take
one. The photo icon on the dashboard will highlight red
to indicate that a photo has just been taken. You can add
notes to photos during Job Review or you can annotate your
photos during your inspection process by using the Photo
Tag feature.
Figure 24 – Photo Splash Screen
Adding Notes to Photos
Pressing the Photo Tag Key will take a photo and open
the Issue Tag and Note screen. The note screen has a text
box where you can use the keyboard to add notes for your