Trotec VSC3008 User manual

TRT-BA-VSC3008-TC230423TTRT01-005-EN
VSC3008
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INSTRUCTIONS
VIDEOSCOPE

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Table of contents
Information on the use of this instructions..........................2
Safety .....................................................................................2
Information about the device................................................4
Transport and storage...........................................................7
Start-up..................................................................................7
Operation ...............................................................................8
Software...............................................................................10
Errors and faults..................................................................14
Maintenance and repair ......................................................14
Disposal ...............................................................................14
Information on the use of this instructions
Symbols
Warning of electrical voltage
This symbol indicates dangers to the life and health of
persons due to electrical voltage.
Warning
This signal word indicates a hazard with an average
risk level which, if not avoided, can result in serious
injury or death.
Caution
This signal word indicates a hazard with a low risk
level which, if not avoided, can result in minor or
moderate injury.
Notice
This signal word indicates important information (e.g.
material damage), but does not indicate hazards.
Info
Information marked with this symbol helps you to carry
out your tasks quickly and safely.
Follow the manual
Information marked with this symbol indicates that the
instructions must be observed.
You can download the current version of the instructions and
the EUdeclaration of conformity via the following link:
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https://hub.trotec.com/?id=39601
Safety
Read this manual carefully before starting or using the
device. Always store the manual in the immediate vicinity
of the device or its site of use.
Warning
Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.
• Do not use the device in potentially explosive rooms or
areas and do not install it there.
• Do not use the device in aggressive atmosphere.
• Do not use the device in atmospheres containing oil,
sulphur, chlorine or salt.
• Protect the device from permanent direct sunlight.
• Do not open the device.
• Do not remove any safety signs, stickers or labels from the
device. Keep all safety signs, stickers and labels in legible
condition.
• Insert the battery into the battery compartment according
to the correct polarity.
• Remove the battery from the device if you will not be using
the device for a longer period of time.
• Observe the storage and operating conditions (see
Technical data).

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Intended use
Only use the device for the visualization of objects.
To use the device for its intended use, only use accessories and
spare parts which have been approved by Trotec.
Any use other than the intended use is regarded as misuse.
Reasonably foreseeable misuse
Do not use the device:
• in potentially explosive atmospheres
• in live environments
• in unsuitable liquids, e.g. acids and alkalis
• on people or animals
Do not use the control unit with display underwater.
Any unauthorised modifications, alterations or structural
changes to the device are forbidden.
Personnel qualification
People who use this device must:
• have read and understood the instructions, especially the
Safety chapter.
Residual risks
Warning of electrical voltage
Electric shock due to contact with live parts! Do not
touch any live parts. Secure neighbouring live parts by
covering them or by switching them off.
Warning of electrical voltage
There is a risk of a short-circuit due to liquids
penetrating the housing!
Do not immerse the device and the accessories in
water. Make sure that no water or other liquids can
enter the housing.
Warning of electrical voltage
Work on the electrical components must only be
carried out by an authorised specialist company!
Warning of explosive substances
Do not expose the batteries to temperatures above
60°C! Do not let the batteries come into contact with
water or fire! Avoid direct sunlight and moisture. There
is a risk of explosion!
Warning
Risk of suffocation!
Do not leave the packaging lying around. Children may
use it as a dangerous toy.
Warning
The device is not a toy and does not belong in the
hands of children.
Warning
Dangers can occur at the device when it is used by
untrained people in an unprofessional or improper way!
Observe the personnel qualifications!
Caution
Lithium-ion batteries might catch fire in case of
overheating or damage. Ensure a sufficient distance to
heat sources, do not subject lithium-ion batteries to
direct sunlight and make sure not to damage the
casing. Do not overcharge lithium-ion batteries. If the
battery is not permanently installed in the device, only
use smart chargers that switch off automatically when
the battery is fully charged. Charge lithium-ion
batteries in due time before they are discharged
completely.
Caution
Keep a sufficient distance from heat sources.
Notice
To prevent damages to the device, do not expose it to
extreme temperatures, extreme humidity or moisture.
Notice
To prevent water damages to the device, please
observe the different types of protection of the housing
and the gooseneck probe.
The housing is splash-proof (IP54), the gooseneck
probe can be immersed in water (IP67, 1m/30min).
Notice
Using the device continuously over several hours
causes an increased heat generation in the LEDs in the
probe tip. To increase the lifetime of both the LEDs and
the imaging sensor we recommend allowing the device
to cool down at ambient temperatures for at least 10 to
15 minutes with the power switched off after a long
period of use.
Notice
Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents to clean the
device.

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Information about the device
Device description
The device VSC3008 serves for inspecting concealed machine
components and poorly accessible or inaccessible hollows.
A high-resolution camera and a moveable camera head with a
very bright LED illumination are available for the display and
capturing/recording of images and videos.
The device's functions can be controlled via an integrated
operator software.
The recordings and measurements can be stored on an SD card
and transmitted via a USB interface.
Device depiction
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No. Designation
1Display
2Probe cable
3Fully flexible camera head
4Battery pack with charger/power adapter connector
5Operating elements
6Slot for SD card
7Audio/video signal output
8Port for a mini USB cable
9Connector for the power adapter

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Operating elements
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No. Designation Meaning
10 Video button Starting or stopping a video recording
11 Brightness
button
Setting the light intensity at the camera
head
12 Photo button Taking a photo
13 Joystick Controlling the camera orientation and
the menu
14 Lock button Locking or releasing the camera head in
the current position
15 Power button Switching the device on and off, calling
up the main menu, leaving a menu
16 Zoom button Zooming in (1x, 2x, 3x)
Display
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No. Indication Meaning
17 Battery status Indicates the charge status of the
battery
18 Time stamp Displays date and time
19 Watermark Displays the personalised stamp that
is printed on photos
20 Memory card Displays the available memory space
on the inserted memory card

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Technical data
Parameter Value
Model VSC3008
Article number 3.510.009.640
System Type of lighting 6white LEDs (colour temperature 5,000 to 6,000K)
Luminous intensity 50,000lux
White balance 4setting options (automatic, sunlight, clouded, artificial light)
Brightness control manually adjustable
LCD display 4.3-inch TFT LCD (800x 480px [Wide VGA])
Interfaces USB, analogue video (HDTV)
Memory slot for removable SDcard (max. 32GB)
File formats JPEG image format, AVI video format
Power supply 5V lithium polymer battery pack; power adapter (input: AC100V to 240V,
50/60Hz, 0.2A, output: DC5V, 1.0A)
Operating time > 4 h
Probe Dimensions length 3m, ø 8 mm
Design exterior: tungsten wire mesh for high torsional strength, inner layer:
polyurethane on steel spiral
Bending up/ down/ left/ right≈ 120°
Type of protection IP67, oil-resistant
Camera Image sensor CMOS
Resolution 440,000 pixels
Field of vision 130°
Camera head stainless steel with titanium coating
DOF 15 mm - ∞
Zoom 3x digital
Control software Operator guidance simple interactive menu control, menu navigation via joystick
Available menu
languages
German, English, French, Italian, Dutch, Spanish, Portuguese, Polish, Danish,
Finnish, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean
Software functions system settings, video settings, memory functions
Ambient conditions Temperature -10 °C to +50 °C
Humidity < 90%RH
Type of protection
(housing)
IP54
Physical characteristics Construction ABS housing with integrated bumpers
Dimensions 410x 154x 80mm
Weight 960 g (incl. batteries)

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Scope of delivery
• 1 x Videoscope VSC3008
• 1 x Battery pack 5V DC
• 1 x Transport case
• 1 x Power adapter/charger
• 1 x AVcable
• 1x Quick guide
• 1 x SD card
• 1 x LCD cleaning cloth
Transport and storage
Notice
If you store or transport the device improperly, the
device may be damaged.
Note the information regarding transport and storage of
the device.
Transport
For transporting the device, use the transport case included in
the scope of delivery in order to protect the device from external
influences.
The supplied Li-ion batteries are subjects to the requirements of
dangerous goods legislation.
Observe the following when transporting or shipping Li-ion
batteries:
• The user may transport the batteries by road without any
additional requirements.
• If transport is carried out by third parties (e.g. air transport
or forwarding company), special requirements as to
packaging and labelling must be observed. This includes
consulting a dangerous goods specialist when preparing
the package.
– Only ship batteries if their housing is undamaged.
– Mask open terminals with tape and pack the battery in
a way that it cannot move inside the packaging.
– Please also observe any other national regulations.
Storage
When the device is not being used, observe the following
storage conditions:
• dry and protected from frost and heat
• protected from dust and direct sunlight
• For storing the device, use the transport case included in
the scope of delivery in order to protect the device from
external influences.
• the storage temperature complies with the values specified
in the Technical data
• Battery/Batteries removed during prolonged storage
Start-up
Charging the battery
Before using the device for the first time, it may be necessary to
charge the battery.
• The battery can either be inserted in the device or removed
for charging.
• If the battery is inserted, the device should be switched off
during charging.
1. Plug the power adapter into the connector at the
battery(22).
2. Plug the power adapter into the socket.
ðThe battery is charging.
ðThe voltage of the lithium-ion battery is 3.7–4.2V. It is
charged with a 5Vcharger.
Info
The power adapter may become hot during charging of
the battery, particularly if the videoscope is operated
while the power adapter is connected. This is normal
and does not affect its functioning.
Inserting the battery
Before using the device for the first time, it may be necessary to
insert the battery. The battery can be inserted and, if necessary,
removed as follows:
Notice
Make sure that the surface of the device is dry and the
device is switched off.
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21
1. Observing the correct orientation, push the battery into the
device until it engages.
ðThe battery is inserted.
2. To remove the battery, press the button (21) on the back of
the battery.

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3. Hold the button and pull the battery out of the device.
Notice
Alternatively, the device can be operated with the
power adapter connected. For this purpose, connect
the supplied power adapter with the connector(22).
Inserting the SD card
1. Open the rubber tab on the left side of the device.
2. Insert the SDcard in the SDcard slot(6).
ðThe printed side of the SDcard should point up and the
rounded corner to the bottom right.
3. Slightly press down the SDcard until it engages.
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4. Close the rubber tab.
Operation
Switching the device on
1. Press the Powerbutton(15) for approx. 5seconds.
ðAn acoustic signal will be emitted three times. The
display will be switched on and the device ready for
operation.
Aligning/ moving/ holding the camera
Notice
Avoid pulling on the probe cable while the lock is
enabled. The camera head and the cable may get
damaged!
The camera head is held in position by the
lock(padlock symbol) and can thus inadvertently
become a barbed hook.
Info
If the position of the camera head is maintained for at
least three seconds via the cursor, the lock is
automatically activated!
1. Use the joystick(13) to move the camera(3) in the desired
direction.
2. Hold the joystick in this position and press the
Lockbutton(14).
ðThe camera head is fixed in its position.
ðA padlock symbol appears on the display.
ðThe joystick(13) is locked.
3. Press the Lockbutton(14) again to unlock the camera
head.
ðThe camera head moves back to a neutral position.
ðThe padlock symbol on the display disappears.
Notice
Always unlock the camera head before pulling the
probe cable out of the inspected hollow space to
prevent the camera head from getting caught, and thus
to avoid damage to the Bowden cables in the probe
cable!
Taking a picture
1. Press the Photobutton(12).
ðThe picture is taken and saved.

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Recording a video
1. Press the Video button(10).
ðThe videoscope switches to recording mode.
ðThe recording is started.
ðThe recording symbol(23) appears on the display.
ðThe set watermark and time stamp are displayed.
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2. Press the Videobutton(10) again.
ðThe recording is stopped.
Viewing and editing recordings
1. Press the joystick(13) for approx. 5seconds.
ðThe browser for recordings opens.
2. Move the joystick up/down or to the right/left to navigate
through the files.
3. Press the joystick lightly to open the desired file.
ðThe file is displayed.
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ðThe symbol at the top left(24) indicates whether it is an
image or video file.
ðThe sequence number(25) of the file is displayed at the
top right.
4. Move the joystick to the right/left to move from one
image/video file to the next.
5. Press the joystick lightly again to play a video file.
ðThe video is played back.
6. Use the joystick to control the playback of the video.
ðBy moving the joystick to the right/left you can adjust
the playback speed of the video.
ðBy pressing the joystick lightly you can pause or
continue playback.
7. Briefly press the Power button(15) to terminate playback.
8. To enlarge a section of an image file, press the
Zoombutton(16).
ðIn this mode, magnifications of up to three times are
possible.
9. Move the enlarged section to the desired position in the
image by moving the joystick up/down or to the right/left.
10. Press the joystick to cut out the selected part of the
enlarged image.
11. To exit the zoom mode briefly press the Powerbutton(15).

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12. To delete a file, press the joystick for approx. 3seconds
while the file is open.
ðA confirmation prompt to delete the selected file opens.
You can choose between "OK" and "Cancel".
13. Use the joystick to navigate to the desired option and
confirm by pressing the joystick.
14. To return to the live image mode briefly press the
Powerbutton twice.
Switching the device off
1. Press the Powerbutton(15) for approx. 2seconds.
ðThe device switches off.
Software
The device has various setting options which can be accessed
via an operator software.
1. Briefly press the Powerbutton(15).
ðThe menu will be displayed.
2. Move the joystick(13) up/down to navigate through the
submenus.
3. To select a submenu, press the joystick.
4. To exit a submenu, press the Powerbutton or briefly move
the joystick to the left.
Video setting submenu
The submenu offers the following options:
Setting Function
White Balance Setting the white balance
Exposure Setting the exposure
Image Mode Setting the image mode
B&W Activating/deactivating black and
white mode
Setting the white balance
1. Use the joystick(13) to select the White Balance option.
2. Press the joystick to open the White Balance menu.
3. Select the desired setting using the joystick.
4. Press the joystick to confirm your selection.
Setting the exposure
1. Use the joystick(13) to select the Exposure option.
2. Press the joystick to open the Exposure menu.
3. Select the desired setting using the joystick.
4. Press the joystick to confirm your selection.
Setting the image mode
1. Use the joystick(13) to select the Image Mode option.
2. Press the joystick to open the Image Mode menu.
3. Select the desired setting using the joystick.
4. Press the joystick to confirm your selection.
Activating black and white mode
1. Use the joystick(13) to select the B&W option.
2. Press the joystick to open the B&W menu.
3. Select the desired setting using the joystick.
4. Press the joystick to confirm your selection.