RIDGID SeeSnake CS1000 User manual

Original Instructions – English – 1
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Record product serial number below as it appears on the nameplate.
Serial
No.
Operator’s Manual
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,
fire and/or serious person-
al injury.

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Table of Contents
Recording Form for Machine Serial Number ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 1
Safety Symbols����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������3
General Safety Rules
Work Area Safety ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������3
Electrical Safety ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������3
Personal Safety���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������3
Equipment Use and Care������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������3
Battery Use and Care������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������4
Service����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������4
Specific Safety Information
CS1000 Safety ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������4
Description, Specifications, and Standard Equipment
Description����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������5
Specifications������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������5
Standard Equipment �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������6
Components ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������6
Pre-Operation Inspection���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 7
Work Area and Equipment Setup
Placement ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������8
Connecting the CS1000 ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������9
Powering the CS1000 �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������9
Interface Overview
Software Overview ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 10
Keypad Overview ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 12
Operating Instructions
Starting a Job���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 15
Capturing and Creating Media �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 15
Adding Job Information ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 18
Reviewing a Job������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������18
Adding a New Session ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������19
Closing a Job ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 21
Powering OFF the CS1000 �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������22
Configuring the CS1000
Customizing Settings ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������23
Delivering Reports ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������25
SeeSnake HQ Software ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 27
Maintenance Instructions
Software Updates����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������28
Cleaning������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������28
Accessories ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������28
Transport and Storage �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������28
Service and Repair �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������28
Disposal���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������29
Battery Disposal ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������29
Troubleshooting�������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������29
Issue Tag Icons and Descriptions�����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������30
Lifetime Warranty ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������Back Cover

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General Safety Rules
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to fol-
low the warnings and instructions may result in electric
shock, re, and/or serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Work Area Safety
• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents�
• Do not operate equipment in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases,
or dust. Equipment can create sparks which may ignite
the dust or fumes�
• Keep children and bystanders away while operating
equipment. Distractions can cause you to lose control�
Electrical Safety
• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded sur-
faces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigera-
tors. 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 equipment will increase the risk of elec-
trical shock�
• Do 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�
• If operating equipment in a damp location is un-
avoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the
risk of electric shock�
• Keep 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
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use com-
mon sense when operating equipment. Do not use
equipment while you are tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol, or medication� A moment of inattention
while operating equipment may result in serious person-
al injury�
• Use 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�
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times� This enables better control of the equipment in
unexpected situations�
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewel-
ry� Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from mov-
ing parts� Loose clothes, jewelry, and long hair can be
caught in moving parts�
Equipment Use and Care
• Do 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�
• Do not use equipment if the power switch does not
turn it ON and OFF. Any equipment that cannot be con-
trolled with the power switch is dangerous and must be
repaired�
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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• Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or
the battery pack from the equipment before making
adjustments, changing accessories, or storing. Pre-
ventive safety measures reduce the risk of injury�
• Store idle equipment out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the equip-
ment or these instructions to operate the equipment.
Equipment can be dangerous in the hands of untrained
users�
• Maintain equipment. Check for misalignment or bind-
ing 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 be-
fore use� Many accidents are caused by poorly main-
tained equipment�
• Use 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�
• Use 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�
• Keep 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.
• Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger suitable for one type of battery
pack may create a risk of fire when used with another
battery pack�
• Use equipment only with specifically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may cre-
ate a risk of injury and fire�
• Do not probe battery with conductive objects. Short-
ing 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 anoth-
er� Shorting the battery terminals together may cause
burns or a fire�
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may eject from bat-
tery; avoid contact. If contact occurs, flush with water� If
liquid contacts eyes, seek medical help� Liquid ejected
from the battery may cause irritation or burns�
• Use and store batteries and chargers in dry, appro-
priate temperature areas. Extreme temperatures and
moisture can damage batteries and result in leakage,
electrical shock, fire or burns� See charger manual for
more information�
• Do not cover charger while in use. Proper ventilation
is required for correct operation� Covering charger in use
could result in fire�
• Properly dispose of batteries. Exposure to high tem-
peratures can cause the batteries to explode; do not dis-
pose of in a fire� Some countries have regulations con-
cerning battery disposal� Follow all applicable regulations�
Service
Ensure a qualified 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-
fied service personnel under any of the following conditions:
• If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into product�
• If the product does not operate normally when following
the operating instructions�
• If the product has been dropped or damaged�
• When the product exhibits a distinct change in perfor-
mance�
Specic Safety Information
WARNING
This section contains important safety information that is
specic 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 ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!
Keep this manual with the equipment for use by the operator�
CS1000 Safety
• The equipment is intended for indoor use when used
with the AC power supply. When powered by battery
protect it from exposure to weather� This product is not
water resistant� Do not expose the equipment to mois-
ture 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�
• An improperly grounded electrical outlet can cause
electrical shock and/or severely damage equipment.
Always check work area for a properly grounded elec-
trical 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�
• Power the CS1000 only with a specifically designat-
ed battery or a double insulated power supply. This
minimizes the risk of electrical hazards from moisture or
faulty electrical outlets�

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• Do not operate this equipment if operator or CS1000
is standing in water. Operating CS1000 while in water
increases the risk of electrical shock�
• The 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�
• Do not use where a danger of high voltage contact is
present. The equipment is not designed to provide high
voltage protection and isolation�
• Read and understand this operator’s manual, the
reel operator’s manual, the instructions for any
other equipment in use and all warnings before op-
erating the CS1000. Failure to follow all instructions and
warnings may result in property damage and/or serious
personal injury�
• Always use appropriate personal protective equip-
ment when handling and using equipment in drains.
Drains may contain chemicals, bacteria, and other sub-
stances 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�
• If 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�
• Practice 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 in-
spection 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 appro-
priate training, sound judgment, and good work prac-
tices.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�
Description, Specications, and
Standard Equipment
Description
The CS1000 is designed to provide a convenient accessi-
ble 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 inspec-
tion 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 cus-
tomer 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�
Specications
Table 1
SeeSnake CS1000 Specifications
Weight:
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 18 V Li-Ion Rechargeable
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]

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Standard Equipment
• CS1000
• Operator’s Manual
• Quick Start Guide
• Instructional DVD
Components
Figure 1 – CS1000 Front View
Figure 2 – CS1000 Rear View
Figure 3 – CS1000 Keyboard
Figure 4 – Keyboard Connections
Figure 5 – Mini Keypad and ConnectionsIcon
Legend
LCD Screen
Keyboard
Main Keypad
Mini Keypad
Tilt Stand
SeeSnake System Connector
Front Cover
Serial Number Label
External Power Cord
Optional Batteries
Microphone
Keyboard LED Indicators
Battery Indicator LEDs
Video OutKeyboard Latch
SeeSnake System Connector
Cover (Connector Not Used)
Transmitter Clip-on
Terminal
USB Ports Video Out Port
Factory Interface PortConnector Cover

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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
Table 3
Connection Icons
Video Out
Transmitter Clip-on Terminal
Pre-Operation Inspection
WARNING
Before each use, inspect your CS1000 and correct any
problems to reduce the risk of serious injury from electri-
cal shock or other causes and prevent machine damage.
1� Confirm that the power is OFF, that any external power
and cords are disconnected, and that the battery is re-
moved� Inspect the cords, cables, and connectors for
damage or modification�
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, mis-
aligned or binding parts, or any other condition which
might prevent safe, normal operation�
4� Inspect any other equipment being used per its instruc-
tions to make sure it is in good, usable condition�
5� If any problems are found, do not use the unit 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 electri-
cal shock, re, and other causes and to prevent damage
to the CS1000.
1� Check work area for the following:
• Adequate lighting�
• Flammable liquids, vapors, or dust that may ignite�
If present, do not work in area until sources have
been identified and corrected� The CS1000 is not
explosion proof� Electrical connections can cause
sparks�
• Clear, level, stable dry place for operator� Do not use
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• Clear 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, deter-
mine the drain access points, sizes and lengths� Deter-
mine the presence of drain cleaning chemicals or other
chemicals� If chemicals are present, it is important to
understand the specific safety measures required to
work around the chemicals� Contact the chemical man-
ufacturer 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�
4� Make sure all equipment has been properly inspected�
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 traffic,
erect cones or other barriers to alert drivers�
6� If needed, remove fixture (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�
1� Use the handle (See Item 1,Figure 6) 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 (See Item 2, Figure 6) 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 flat
against the base of the unit�
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Figure 6 – Placing the CS1000 and Setting Up the
Tilt Stand
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
1� Depress the orange Front Cover Release Buttons (See
Item 1, Figure 7) on each side of the unit�
2� Raise the front cover (See Item 2, Figure 7) to its up-
permost position where it will lock securely into place�
3� Lower the keyboard (See Item 3, Figure 7) into its op-
erating position�
4� (Optional) Use the keyboard latches (See Item 4, Fig-
ure 7) to adjust and secure the position of your key-
board� Pull the red T-shaped latches toward you to lock
the keyboard into an upwardly angled position�
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Closing the Front Cover
1� Disconnect all connections, including USB�
2� Fold up the keyboard�
3� Keeping fingers clear of the front cover, depress the or-
ange 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�
Connecting the CS1000
System Connector
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!
1� Unwrap the SeeSnake System Cable from its holder
and insert the System Cable plug into the SeeSnake
System Connector (See Item 1, Figure8) 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
(See Item 2, Figure 8) molded into the top of the cable
connector will point up when the plug is correctly
aligned�
3� Tighten the outer locking sleeve (See Item 3, Figure8)�
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Figure 8 – Connecting SeeSnake System Cable to
CS1000 System Connection
Additional CS1000 Ports
There are four ports located behind the red rubber connec-
tor cover on the front edge of the keyboard�
NOTICE
The areas behind the connector cover,
containing the USB ports, Video Out Port, and Factory
Interface Port are not internally sealed. Keep the con-
nector cover in place in wet or moist conditions to pre-
vent damage to the ports.
Figure 9 – CS1000 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 Fac-
tory Interface Port� Do not use the Factory Interface Port for
other devices�
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
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 converter�
When fully charged, one 18 V Li-Ion battery rated at 2�2Ah
will power the CS1000 for approximately 1�75 hours; and
two batteries will power the CS1000 for approximately 4�5
hours� Actual battery operation time will vary with battery
rating and use�
Battery Power
• 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�
• 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 10 – 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 11 – Battery Indicator LEDs
When the unit is turned ON and there are batteries in the
battery docks, the LEDs on the CS1000 will reflect 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 continu-
ous tone
Dead batteries�
Shutdown in 5 sec
Slow blink External power in use�
Beeps when disconnected
Outlet Power
NOTE: The provided external power supply is intended for
indoor use only.
For plug-in operation, a double insulated AC 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� Un-
hook 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 ad-
equate 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
the CS1000 to move it without powering it OFF�
Interface Overview
Software Overview
The on-screen interface has three regions: Live View, Dash-
board, and Status Bar�
Live View
The largest area of the screen, where the live video feed
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Dashboard
The Dashboard (See Item 2, Figure 12) is visible when
you are viewing live video and in the Menus and Job Man-
ager� Dashboard icons have two states: default and alter-
nate� Table 6 explains the Dashboard’s default and alternate
states�
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Figure 12 – Live View, Dashboard, and Status Bar
Table 6
Dashboard Icon States and Meanings
Icon Name and State Meaning
Photo Default
Highlights red when a photo is
being taken or when a photo
tag is created� The on-screen
icon will also briefly highlight
red at the beginning of Autolog
and video recordings�
Photo Alternate
Video Default Highlights red when a video
recording is in progress� A
splash screen will appear in
Live View, at the beginning of a
video recording�
Video Alternate
Autolog Default Highlights red when an Autolog
video recording is in progress�
A splash screen will appear in
Live View�
Autolog Alternate
Sonde Default Highlights green when Sonde
is activated� Additionally, when
the sonde is activated, an over-
lay will appear on bottom of the
Live Video�
Sonde Alternate
Microphone Mute
Default
Highlights yellow when the
microphone is ON�When muted,
the icon will appear gray with
a slash through it� The Micro-
phone Mute Key can be used to
disable audio recording during
an inspection or to mute audio
during video or Autolog video
playback�
Microphone Mute
Alternate
Table 6
Dashboard Icon States and Meanings
Icon Name and State Meaning
Image Flip Default Highlights red and flips when
the screen image is flipped ver-
tically and mirrored horizontally�
Image Flip
Alternate
Status Bar
The Status Bar (See Item 3, Figure 12) 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 13 shows an example of what the
Status Bar can look like on a CS1000�
Figure 13 – 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
Status Bar Folder Variations
Icon Meaning Details
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No Job open
The number in the icon signifies
the number of Jobs stored on your
internal hard drive�
Job open The red dot signifies that you cur-
rently have a Job open�
Job paused The pause symbol signifies that you
have a Job open, but it is paused�
Job stopped A black square on the folder signi-
fies that a Job has been stopped�

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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�
Table 8
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 key-
board’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�
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 definitions 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 record-
ing� 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�
Table 8
Main Keypad
Icon Key Function
Sonde Key Toggles the Sonde ON or OFF�
LED Bright-
ness Key
Press to step up or down through vari-
ous brightness levels or press once
and then use the arrow keys to step
through the brightness levels� An indi-
cator 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 inter-
mediate 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�
Table 9
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 when-
ever the unit is powered ON�
LED Bright-
ness Key
Press the key to step through the vari-
ous 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 Key-
pad’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
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Using the Brightness Key
The Brightness Key modulates the camera’s LED bright-
ness� The levels of brightness can be selected gradually by
pressing the Brightness Key one step at a time or select-
ed rapidly by holding the Brightness Key down until the
desired step is reached�
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�
Figure 14 – Adjusting Brightness
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:
• The distance from the access point to the camera’s cur-
rent position�
• 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 “Rela-
tive 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 15 – 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�
Using the Image Flip Key
The image on the screen will orient according to the cam-
era’s position and view� If the camera gets turned, the image
will also turn on the screen� Press the Image Flip Key to
flip the camera image top to bottom for easier interpretation
of the situation in the line�
Using the Sonde Key
Many SeeSnake cameras have a built-in 512 Hz transmit-
ter, 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 (See Item1, Figure 16)�
The Sonde icon on the Dashboard (SeeItem2, Figure 16)
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Figure 16 – 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 finished 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 locator such as the
NaviTrack II, Scout, SR-20, or SR-60�
To line-trace the SeeSnake push cable perform the following:
1� Connect a line transmitter with one connector well-
grounded to the grounding stake, and the other con-
nector clipped to the CS1000’s Transmitter Clip-On Ter-
minal (See Item 1, Figure 17)�
2� Press the Sonde Key (See Item 2, Figure 17) to ac-
tivate the Sonde�
3� Set the line transmitter and the locator to the same de-
sired frequency and use the locator to trace the line�
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Figure 17 – Transmitter Clip-On Terminal
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 18 – 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
in-line Sonde�
Because locating frequencies from transmitters can distort
the image on the monitor, turn the Sonde and the line trans-
mitters 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 equip-
ment, such as latex gloves, goggles, face shields, and res-
pirators to prevent burns and infections.
Do not operate this equipment if operator or machine is
standing in water. Operating machine while in water in-
creases the risk of electrical shock. Rubber soled, non-slip
shoes can help prevent slipping and electric shock, espe-
cially on wet surfaces.
Follow operating instructions to reduce the risk of injury
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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:
• Pressing the Power Key on the Main Keypad�
• Pressing the Power Key on the Mini Keypad�
• Pressing 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 op-
erator’s manual�
Starting a New Job
Once ON, there are several ways to begin a new Job� If no
Job file is open at the time, start a new Job by pressing one
of the following keys:
• Autolog Key :Opens a new job and starts re-
cording an Autolog video�
• Video Key : Opens a new job and starts a video
recording�
• Photo Key :Opens a new job and takes a photo�
• Photo Tag Key :Opens a new job, takes a photo,
and brings up the Issue Tag and Note screen�
• Job Manager Key : Opens the Job Manager
screen where you can use the Select Key to
choose “Start New Job” from the list�
Figure 19 – “Start New Job” from the Job Manager
Capturing and Creating Media
Recording Autolog Video
Autolog video recording allows the entire inspection to be
captured in a compressed format� The smaller Autolog file
allows faster file exportation over standard video files�
Press the Autolog Key once to start recording an Auto-
log 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 20 – 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
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Figure 21 – Video Splash Screen
The CS1000 can record video and Autolog video simultane-
ously� The two recordings are independent of each other so
if you start recording a video and then start recording Auto-
log video, you can start and stop both video types without
affecting the other�
You can also capture additional photos by pressing the
Photo Key or the 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 indi-
cate 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 22 – 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
customer� Notes entered here will be included in reports
alongside its associated photo�
Figure 23 – Issue Tag and Note Screen
To add a note, perform the following:
1� Press the Photo Tag Key �
2� Use the keyboard to type a note about the photo�
3� Press the the Select Key on the keypad to save your
note and to return to Live View�
Adding Issue Tags to Photos
The CS1000 has a built-in library of “Issue Tags” which can
be attached to images� The Issue Tags describe common
conditions found during pipe inspections such as cracks,
root intrusions, and collapsed pipes� Refer to Table 13 in
this Operator’s Manual for a chart containing the Issue Tags
in your CS1000’s library�
To add an Issue Tag perform the following:
1� Press the Photo Tag Key �
2� Use the left Arrow Key to navigate to the “Add Issue
Tag” button� When the blue highlight is around the “Add
Issue Tag” button , press the Select Key to open
up the Issue Tag Library�
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3� Use the Arrow Keys to find the Issue Tag
that describes the problem in the photo� The name of
the Issue Tag will appear below the photo and the de-
scription will show up in the text box�
4� When the blue highlight is around the Issue Tag you
want to choose, press the Select Key �
Figure 25 – Issue Tag Library
NOTE: Some of the Issue Tags allow you to specify a
second level of detail. For example, the Issue Tag for
“crack” allows you to further specify if the crack is lon-
gitudinal, circumferential, or if there are multiple cracks
visible in the photo.
5� Add details to Issue Tag�
Figure 26 – Adding Specific Details with Issue Tags
• To skip this step and to save the Issue Tag without
any additional details, press the Select Key �
• To include specific details, use the up and down
Arrow Keys on the keypad to navigate to your
choice and then press the Select Key to save it�
6� From the Confirm Issue Tag screen you can save the
Issue Tag as is, customize it, add a note, or add addi-
tional Issue Tags�
• To save the Issue Tag as is, press the Select Key �
The “Save” button will be selected automatically,
so pressing the Select Key will quickly save the
Issue Tag without any additional details and return
you to Live View�
Figure 27 – Confirm Issue Tag Screen
• To customize or to add to an Issue Tag’s description,
use the right Arrow Key to navigate into the text
box� Use the keyboard to make edits� After making
changes, press the Select Key to save the edited
Issue Tag and to return to Live View�
• Multiple Issue Tags can be added to a single photo�
After selecting the first Issue Tag, instead of press-
ing the Select Key again to save it and return to
Live View, press the up Arrow Key to navigate
from the “Save” button to the Add Issue Tag button
� Press the Select Key to add additional Issue
Tags to the photo� Issue Tags appear in reports in
the order added�
Figure 28 – Adding a Text Note to an Existing Issue
Tag
Photos can be saved to the job without adding a note or
issue tag by simply pressing the Select Key when you
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You can also exit the Issue Tag and Note Screen without
saving the photo, any notes, or tags by using the down
Arrow Key to move to highlight the “Cancel” button
and then pressing the Select Key �
Annotating an Inspection by Voice
When the CS1000 microphone is ON, the screen icon for
the microphone will highlight gold�
The Microphone Mute Key will mute and unmute the mic
and toggle the screen icon ON and OFF to indicate the state
of the microphone�
Figure 29 – Microphone on Keyboard
When the microphone is ON, comments made during Auto-
log or video capture will be recorded and attached to the
video clip in the report�
You can mute the microphone at any point during a video or
Autolog recording without affecting the video� This enables
you to turn the sound recording off during portions of the
video when you are not speaking directly to the customer;
thus eliminating unwanted sounds or remarks from becom-
ing part of the report or job file�
Adding Job Information
Job information can be added, edited, and deleted from
either the Job Manager screen or the Job Review screen�
Figure 30 – Job Manager Screen
Job Manager
Add, edit, or remove a job’s information by opening the
Job Manager and choosing from the five categories of
information�
1� Press the Job Manager Key �
2� Use the Arrow Keys and Select Key to
pick which of the five categories of job data you want to
edit in the right column�
3� Use the keypad’s Arrow Keys to navigate
between fields on each page�
4� After entering the information, use the down Arrow Key
to navigate to “Save” and select it by pressing the
Select Key �
Table 10
Job Manager Categories and Fields
Categories Available Fields
Job Information
Job Name
Job ID
Inspection Type
Purpose
Customer
Name
Company Name
Street Address, City, State, Zip code
Phone Number (Home/Cell)
Email Address
Inspector
Your Name
Your Company Name
Company Website
Street Address, City, State, Zip code
Phone Number (Work/Cell)
Email Address
Job Address Street Address, City, State, Zip code
Job Results
Summary
Recommended Action
Quote
Reviewing a Job
Playback videos and Autolog videos in the Job Review
screen� Pressing the Job Review Key during an inspec-
tion will open this screen with the most recent capture
(photo, video, or Autolog video) highlighted�
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Playback Video
To watch a recently recorded video from the Job Review
screen, use the right Arrow Key to navigate from the
thumbnail of the video you want to play to the “Play” button
and then press the Select Key �
Figure 32 – Video and Autolog Playback Controls
You can mute the audio on video or Autolog video playback
by pressing the Microphone Mute Key � From the play-
back screen you can use the left and right Arrow Keys
to move between the playback controls�
Job Review Status Bar
During video or Autolog video playback, the appearance of
status bar will change as follows:
• The time and date on the status bar will change to re-
flect the video date and frame time stamp� To indicate
playback time and date instead of current time and
date, the text will appear as red instead of green�
• The count value displayed on the status bar will also
change during playback to reflect the distance cov-
ered in the video or Autolog video you are watching�
The text will appear as red instead of black to indicate
that it is reflecting playback distance count�
Figure 33 – Status Bar Changes during Video Playback
Adding and Editing Notes and Issue Tags
You can also add notes and edit Issue Tags from the Job
Review screen�
To edit a note or Issue Tag’s description, press the right
Arrow Key to navigate to the text box� After editing, use
the down Arrow Key to navigate to the “Save” button and
press the Select Key �
Figure 34 – Editing Notes from the Job Review Screen
Use the Photo Key to add notes to photos by following
the same steps you would take to edit notes or Issue Tag
descriptions�
Adding a New Session
It will sometimes occur that you want to do more than one
inspection for the same job� For example, you may want to
inspect a kitchen drain, basement drain, and roof vent all in
one visit to discover the cause of a problem�
To add a new session to a job perform the following:
1� Press the Job Manager Key �
2� Use the down Arrow Key to navigate to “New
Session�”
3� When the blue highlight appears around “New Session,”
press the Select Key �
Figure 35 – Adding a New Session

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Excluding Media from Reports
From the Job Review screen you can choose which media
elements you want to include and exclude in reports� Use
the Select Key to check or uncheck the box of a selected
media element in the left column�
Figure 36 – Included (left) and Excluded (right) Elements
Excluded media elements will remain in the job file, but will
not show up in reports you create for your customer�
Editing Job Information During Job Review
Add, edit, and delete job information from the Job Review
screen by performing the following:
Figure 37 – Report Fields in Job Review Screen
1� Press the Job Review Key �
2� Use the up Arrow Key to navigate to the top of the
left column where it says “Report�”
3� When “Report” appears highlighted in blue, press the
right Arrow Key to navigate to the first information
field in the list�
4� Move between fields as you add and/or edit informa-
tion using the Arrow Keys �
Previewing Reports
To preview a report from the Job Review screen, use the
down Arrow Key to move to the bottom of the left column
to “Preview Report” and press the Select Key to generate
a preview of your customer report�
Figure 38 – “Report Preview” from Job Review Screen
You can also preview your report anytime from the Job Man-
ager screen by pressing the Job Manager Key and then
using the down Arrow Key to navigate to “Preview Report”
and pressing the Select Key �
Figure 39 – Preview Report in Job Manager
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