Vivax Metrotech vCamDrain User manual

vCamDrain Wireless Reel
User Manual
Vivax-Metrotech Corporation

General Safety & Care Information
Health and Safety
This equipment is primarily used to inspect sewer pipes
by professionals in the sewer and plumbing industry
and is maintained by professionals familiar with the
health risks of maintaining equipment in a sewer.
Such professionals will be protected by their own
company’s recommendations and work practices. If
for any reason they are not or are not familiar with
such practices, please check our website or email
[email protected] for a copy of the Health
and Safety Document used by Vivax-Metrotech for
employees involved in the demonstration, maintenance,
and handling of sewer camera systems.
•Keep all electrical connections dry and off the ground.
•Be aware of your surroundings at all times. Cone off
open utility holes and follow traffic control regulations.
•Use personal protection such as eyewear, rubber
gloves, and non-skid safety shoes.
Worksite Safety
•Use your company’s or other applicable safety code
and rules when using this equipment.
•Do not use this equipment in explosive areas –
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases,
and heavy dust.
Equipment Safety
•Do not open the enclosures (housings) of the reel
or camera heads.
•Opening the housings or camera head will void any
warranty.
•Use only the leads supplied with the control module
for AC or DC operation and charging.
Batteries and the Environment
This Vivax-Metrotech product uses a rechargeable
Lithium-Ion battery and a Lithium metal watch battery.
High-Pressure Water or Pressure Washers
Do not use pressure washers to clean
the reel or other camera system parts.
Do not use pressure washers to clean
the reel or other camera system parts.
Bleach and chemicals - Do not soak the
termination parts or camera heads
Do not soak the spring termination parts
or the camera heads in bleach or other
chemicals.
Intended Use
This product is designed to inspect sewer laterals and
basic indoor and outdoor plumbing. This product is
not designed for and should not be used to inspect oil
or other petrochemical pipes.
FCC & IC Statement
Please note that changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
This device complies with Industry Canada license-
exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of
the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie
Canada applicables aux appareils radioexempts
de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux
conditions suivantes:
(1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
(2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout
brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage
est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio
transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a
type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the
transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential
radio interference to other users, the antenna type
and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent
isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than
that necessary for successful communication.
Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie
Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut fonctionner
avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal
(ou inférieur) approuvé pour l'émetteur par Industrie
Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de
brouillage radioélectrique à l'intention des autres
utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son
gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée
équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l'intensité
nécessaire à l'établissement d'une communication
satisfaisante.
5G WiFi IC Statement
(i) the device for operation in the band 5150-5250 MHz
is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful
interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems;
(ii) the maximum antenna gain permitted for devices
in the bands 5250-5350 MHz and 5470-5725 MHz
shall comply with the e.i.r.p. limit; and
(iii) the maximum antenna gain permitted for devices
in the band 5725-5825 MHz shall comply with the
e.i.r.p. limits specied for point-to-point and non point-
to-point operation as appropriate.
(i) Les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande 5150-
5250 MHz sont réservés uniquement pour une
utilisation à l'intérieur afin de réduire les risques de
brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites
mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux.
(ii) le gain d'antenne maximal autorisé pour les
appareils dans les bandes 5250-5350 MHz et 5470-
5725 MHz doivent respecter le pire limiter; et
(iii) le gain d'antenne maximal autorisé pour les
appareils dans la bande 5725-5825 MHz doivent
respecter le pire limites spéciées pour le point-à-point
et l'exploitation non point à point, le cas échéant.

Table of Content
Table of Contents
1. Service & Support.............................................................................................................................1
1.1 Model and Serial Number Location............................................................................................1
1.2 Firmware Revision Location.......................................................................................................1
1.3 Request for Service...................................................................................................................1
1.4 Worldwide Sales O󰀩ces and Service Centers...........................................................................2
2. Introduction.......................................................................................................................................3
2.1 The vCamDrain Wireless Reel...................................................................................................3
2.2 vCamDrain Wireless Reel Features...........................................................................................4
3. vCamDrain Setup ............................................................................................................................5
3.1 Initial Setup................................................................................................................................5
3.1.1 Charging the Internal Battery............................................................................................5
3.1.2 Check for a Software Update...........................................................................................5
4. Wi-Fi Connection for App..................................................................................................................6
4.1 Wi-Fi Connection for App...........................................................................................................6
4.2 Connect to the VMC App............................................................................................................6
4.3 Check for a Firmware Update....................................................................................................7
4.3.1 Over-the-Air Update Update............................................................................................7
4.3.2 USB Thumb Drive Update................................................................................................7
5. The vCam Mobile Controller App......................................................................................................8
5.1 Introduction................................................................................................................................8
5.2 The Start/Selection Screen........................................................................................................8
5.3 O󰀪ine Access to Files (access les without being connected to the vCamDrain Reel)...............9
5.4 The Main Screen........................................................................................................................9
6. VMC App Settings...........................................................................................................................11
6.1 Setting up the app options........................................................................................................11
6.1.1 Manage Projects...........................................................................................................11
6.1.2 Sonde Frequency..........................................................................................................12
6.1.3 Video Settings...............................................................................................................12
6.1.4 Image Settings..............................................................................................................12
6.1.5 Date and Time...............................................................................................................12
6.1.6 Units..............................................................................................................................12
6.1.7 Language......................................................................................................................12
6.1.8 Regulatory Labels.........................................................................................................12
6.1.9 About.............................................................................................................................13
6.1.10 Logs.............................................................................................................................13
7. Using the vCam Mobile Controller App...........................................................................................14
7.1 Overview..................................................................................................................................14
7.1.1 Connect to the Control Module.......................................................................................14
7.1.2 Making a video recording...............................................................................................14
7.1.3 Capturing JPEG images (taking pictures)......................................................................15
7.1.4 Adding an observation to the screen..............................................................................15
7.1.5 File Managment.............................................................................................................15
7.1.5.1 The Gallary........................................................................................................15
7.1.5.2 Searching the Gallary........................................................................................15
7.1.5.3 Reviewing Files in the Gallery...........................................................................16
7.1.6 Sharing (Export) Files and Projects................................................................................18
7.1.6.1 Sharing an Entire Project..................................................................................18
7.1.6.2 Sharing Single Files..........................................................................................19
7.1.7 Deleting Files.................................................................................................................20
8. Cable Reels....................................................................................................................................21

Table of Content
8.1 Using the Cable Reel...............................................................................................................21
8.1.1 Pushrod Cable...............................................................................................................21
8.1.2 Deployment of the Pushrod Cable..................................................................................21
9. Camera Heads and Terminations....................................................................................................23
9.1 Camera Head..........................................................................................................................23
9.2 Spring Sonde Assembly...........................................................................................................24
9.2.1 Termination Parts List.....................................................................................................24
9.3 Removing and Installing the Camera Head..............................................................................24
9.4 Removing and Installing the Spring Sonde Assembly...............................................................26
10. Troubleshooting............................................................................................................................27

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Service & Support
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1. Service & Support
1.1 Model and Serial Number Location
When requesting product support, always quote your camera system’s model, serial number, and
software revision number. The location of serial numbers is shown below.
1 1
1Serial number location
1.2 Firmware Revision Location
The rmware version of the reel can be found by connecting the vCam Mobile Controller app to the
reel and going to the ABOUT section in the app.
The vCamDrain rmware updates come in a “zip” extension le. The rmware les can be obtained
at www.vivax-metrotech.com, an authorized service center, distributor, or a local Vivax-Metrotech
o󰀩ce.
1.3 Request for Service
If any system components need servicing, the more concise information provided will result in a
quicker turnaround time. You can ll out a “Service Center Request” form on our website, print it and
include it with the unit when shipping. If the unit must be returned, package it well and ship it by a
traceable method.

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Service & Support
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1.4 Worldwide Sales O󰀩ces and Service Centers
Worldwide Sales O󰀩ces and Service Centers
World Headquarters,
United States of America
Vivax-Metrotech Corporation
3251 Olcott Street, Santa Clara,
CA 95054, USA
T/Free: 1-800-446-3392
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Website: www.vivax-metrotech.com
Email: [email protected]
Central/South America
and the Caribbean
Ventas para América Latina
3251 Olcott Street,
Santa Clara, CA 95054, USA
T/Free: 1-800-446-3392
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Website: www.vivax-metrotech.com
Email: [email protected]
Canada
Vivax Canada Inc.
41 Courtland Ave Unit 8,
Vaughan, ON L4K 3T3, Canada
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Website: www.vivax-metrotech.ca
Email: [email protected]
France
Vivax-Metrotech SAS
Technoparc - 1 allée du Moulin Berger,
69130 Ecully, France
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Website: www.vivax-metrotech.fr
Email: [email protected]
Germany
Metrotech Vertriebs GmbH
Am steinernen Kreuz 10a,
D-96110 Schesslitz
Tel: [phone]
Website: www.vivax-metrotech.de
Email: [email protected]
United Kingdom
Vivax-Metrotech Ltd.
Unit 1, B/C Polden Business Centre,
Bristol Road, Bridgwater, Somerset,
TA6 4WA, UK
Tel: [phone]
Website: www.vivax-metrotech.co.uk
Email: [email protected]
China
Vivax-Metrotech (Shanghai) Ltd.
3/F No.90, Lane 1122 Qinzhou Rd.(N),
Shanghai, China 200233
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Website: www.vivax-metrotech.com
Email: [email protected]

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Introduction
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2. Introduction
Please read this section!
Vivax-Metrotech provides technical support for the vCam Mobile Controller (VMC) app, our
vCam series camera systems and our locators.
Vivax-Metrotech can not supply technical support or training for smartphones, tablets or file-
sharing apps on your phones and tablets.
Please refer to the help screens and documentation included with your file-sharing apps and
the operating system on your phone or tablet (Android and iOS Apple).
User Manual Conventions
Read this section – This section is important and should be carefully read.
Stop – Read this section before proceeding.
Safety – Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Note – Important information that will affect the performance of the product.
Tip – This tip may save you time or provide a better response.
2.1 The vCamDrain Wireless Reel
The vCam Drain Wireless Reel connects to a smartphone or tablet by Wi-Fi and streams the video
from the reel into the app. The vCam Mobile Controller app views, records and plays back MP4
videos and image capturing of JPEG pictures. Audio and text commentary can be added to the
videos and text commentary can be added to the captured pictures. The time stamping of the current
time, date, and distance of the pushrod deployed can be added to both video and pictures.
Control Panel Buttons
On/Off Button - Press and release to turn the unit on. When on this button will glow green.
Press and hold to turn the unit off.
Wi-Fi - The Wi-Fi button shows the connection status of the vDamDrain. When the LED is solid
the vCamDRain is ready to connect to. The Wi-Fi button is also used for USB firmware updates.
Battery Status - Press this button to see the reel's internal battery status. The indicator is
shown in four segments, representing 25% of the reel's battery life.

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Introduction
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2.2 vCamDrain Wireless Reel Features
Power/Media Compartment
1
2
3
4
2
2
6
7
5
8 9
1Handle
2Horizontal position feet
3Power button and indicator
4Battery status indicator
5Rubber feet
6Power/Media Compartment
7Wi-Fi status LED
8USB Port
9AC/DC Charging socket
13
14
15
12
11
10
10 Cable drum
11 Brake
12 Serial number/model label
13 Camera head
14 Spring/Sonde assembly
15 Cable guide

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vCamDrain Setup
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3. vCamDrain Setup
3.1 Initial Setup
3.1.1 Charging the Internal Battery
Plug the supplied battery charger into the reel's AC/DC charging socket. The charging icon on
the battery status indicator will glow red while charging and glow green when fully charged.
The typical time to fully charge a completely discharged battery will be approximately six hours
and provide approximately twelve hours of intermittent use.
3.1.2 Check for a Software Update
Please see section 4.3 of this manual.

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Wi-Fi Connection for App
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4. Wi-Fi Connection for App
The vCam Mobile Controller app must be installed to view the camera's images and control all
functions of the vCamDrain Wireless Reel.
Platform Apple Android
Minimum operating system 14.0 or greater 10 or greater
For optimal app performance give the below permissions.
Access and permissions:
Location Allow for Wi-Fi scanning
Bluetooth Allow to search for control modules
Microphone Allow to add audio to recording videos
Gallery Allow for the exporting of pictures and videos
Storage Allow to modify or delete files
4.1 Wi-Fi Connection for App
The vCam Drain Wireless reel has built-in Wi-Fi that broadcasts an SSID (secure network name) and
uses DHCP (the protocol that assigns an IP address needed to connect to the control module) to
assign IP addresses to a tablet or smartphone running the VMC app.
When connected to the VMC app the video stream from the reel will be transmitted. The video
stream will include any text on the app's screen and the on-screen display showing the system time,
distance count and date.
Visit our website at www.vivax-metrotech.com for more information and download links.
vCam Mobile
Controller App icon
VMC Start Screen
4.2 Connect to the VMC App
Press and release to turn the unit on. When on, this button will glow green.
Wait, in approximately 30 seconds for the green light in the center of the Wi-Fi
button to glow. This shows that the unit is now ready to connect to the app.
Launch the vCam Mobile Controller App.
Tap on the vCamDrain icon at the Start Screen.

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Wi-Fi Connection for App
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The app will show any Vivax-Metrotech reels or control modules in range for connection.
In iOS tap on Join, for Android tap on the vCamDrain Serial Number.
“vCamMobileController”
Wants to Join Wi-Fi Network
“vCamDrain_11301190002”?
Cancel Join
iOS
You are now connected to the
vCamDrain Wireless Reel.
Connect to device
vCam Mobile Controller will use a temporary Wi-Fi
network to connect to the device.
Cancel
vCamDrain_11301190002
Android
4.3 Check for a Firmware Update
There are two methods to update the rmware in the vCam Drain reel. The rst is an Over-the-air
update done through the VMC app, and the other uses a USB thumb drive.
4.3.1 Over-the-Air Update Update
Over-the-air updates are done via the vCam Mobile Controller app.
1. Connect to the vCam Drain Reel via Wi-Fi.
2. If the vCamDrain Wireless Reels firmware is out of date a pop-up dialog box will appear advising so.
3. Select OK to proceed with the firmware update or select Cancel to skip the update process.
4. If OK was selected a progress bar indicator will appear and the reels Wi-FI light will blink during
the update.
5. When the update is complete the Wi-Fi light will stop blinking and the unit will reboot itself.
6. After the unit has rebooted and the Wi-Fi light is solid again, you are ready to reconnect to the
reel and use it for your next inspection.
4.3.2 USB Thumb Drive Update
This update method requires the use of a USB thumb drive.
1. Connect to the reel via the VMC app, go to SETTINGS > ABOUT and note the reel's current
firmware version.
2. Go to the DOWNLOADS section on the vCamDrain webpage and download the firmware update.
3. Save the download drain_ota.zip file onto a USB thumb drive. This file can be the only file on the
USB thumb drive during the update.
4. Plug the USB drive into the vCam Drain Reel.
5. Power on the drain reel.
6. Wait for the Wi-Fi LED to turn on. (the LED on the Wi-Fi button).
7. Press the Wi-Fi button for twenty seconds and then release it.
8. The Wi-Fi LED will blink during the firmware update. The update time will vary depending on the
size of the update file and typically should take between 10 and 20 minutes.
9. When the update is complete, the wifi led will turn off and the reel will reboot.
10. Connect to the reel again via the VMC app, go to SETTINGS > ABOUT and check that the
firmware update was successful by noting the new firmware version number.

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The vCam Mobile Controller App
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5. The vCam Mobile Controller App
The vCam Mobile Controller (VMC) controls all the functions of the vCamDrain
Wireless Reel. This manual covers the operation of the vCam Mobile Controller app
when used with the vCamDrain Wireless Reel.
5.1 Introduction
Technical Support
When requesting technical support, quote
your camera system's model number,
tablet/phone model, tablet/phone operating
system, and vCam Mobile Controller (VMC)
app version number.
Note that the product firmware version will
not show unless the app is connected to the
product.
The above information can be found by
entering Settings and then going into About.
vCamDrain Serial Number:
vCamDrain Firmware Version:
App version:
11301190002
6.38
1.6 (19)
Privacy Policy EULA
Email Support
Send Logs
System Information
Support
OK
The Android and iOS About screen
App Icons
An available action or feature will have a yellow background.
An action or feature in use (active) will show the same icon but with a black
background.
Certain actions or features in use (active) will show part of the icon in red and will
be ashing.
All features may not be available for certain products or may still be in development.
When this happens the icon will be greyed out.
The example on the left shows the Picture icon as available while the Microphone
icon is not and is greyed out.
5.2 The Start/Selection Screen
Before launching the app turn
on the vCamDrain Reel and
wait for the Wi-Fi indicator
light to turn green.
The vCam Mobile Controller app starts at the
Selection Screen; select the vCamDrain.
VMC Selection Screen

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The vCam Mobile Controller App
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5.3 O󰀪ine Access to Files (access les without being connected to the
vCamDrain Reel)
All les created in the vCam Mobile Controller app are stored in the app in the Gallery. The Gallery
can be accessed without being connected to a control module.
1. At the Selection screen select the control module used to create the files.
2. Tap on Cancel when the Connect to dialog box appears.
3. Tap on the Gallery icon to enter the Gallery.
5.4 The Main Screen
The Main Viewing Screen is the same for Android and iOS.
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VMC Main Screen While a recording
is in progress
Step Back/Exit – Tapping this icon will
move back one step. Continue tapping to
disconnect and exit the app.
Help – Tap this icon to bring up an on-
screen version of the instruction manual.
Project Name: PODKANO_FRUIT_EXPORTS
Active Project – This shows the project name
in which the les are being saved.
Elapsed Time/Size – This shows the
elapsed time and size of the recording video.
Sonde – Tap this icon to activate the
Sonde. Tap again to turn o󰀨 the sonde.
Record – Tap to Start and Stop
a video recording. While recording this icon
ashes red.
Camera Lights – Tapping this icon will
bring up a slider bar to lower and raise the
camera's lights.
Microphone – Tap to activate the device’s
microphone to add audio comments to the
recording video.
Distance Reset – Tapping this icon will
reset the distance counter to zero.
JPEG Capture – Captures the JPEG
picture to the Project in the Gallery.
Observations – Add and remove text
observations (comments) to the control module
and app screen.
Pause / Resume – Tap to pause
the recording video. Tap the red Play icon to
resume the recording.
Gallery – Access to the Projects video
and picture les.
Connection Status – This shows the
connected Control Module and its battery
status.
Settings – Set the user preferences such
as language, the unit of measure and sonde
frequency.

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The vCam Mobile Controller App
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Recording in progress icons – When a recording is in progress:
1. The inside top portion of the recording icon will blink red.
2. The video elapsed time and size will appear in red above the recording icon.
Pause and resume a video recording – While recording a video:
1. Press the Pause icon and a Recording Paused message will splash on the screen and the
pause icon will change from Pause to a flashing Red Play icon. When the recording is paused
the elapsed length and video size will freeze.
2. Press the flashing red Play icon to resume the video recording.
Pressing the Record icon while a video is paused will end the video recording.
Icons that appear greyed out are not available for the control module.
While on the Main Screen tapping on the screen will hide the icons in the left column and the
top status bar. Tap the screen again to bring them back.
Android = double tap, iOS – single tap.
Default view with all icons View with icons and status bar hidden
Step Back/Exit
Use the Step Back/Exit icon to return to the Start/Selection screen before exiting the app.
Returning to the Start/Selection screen will automatically disconnect the control module
and free up the Wi-Fi to connect to the internet.
Exiting the app in other ways may leave the tablet showing that it is still connected to
the control module by Wi-Fi and produce an error message that there is no internet
connection while trying to share files.

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VMC App Settings
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6. VMC App Settings
Enter the VMC app settings by tapping the Settings icon. To return to the Main Screen tap the
Settings icon again or tap on the Step Back/Exit icon.
6.1 Setting up the app options
At the time of publishing this manual, the Settings menu consists of the following:
Manage Projects Sonde Frequency
Video Settings Image Settings
Date and Time Units
Language About
6.1.16.1.1 Manage ProjectsManage Projects
Projects are folders where videos and JPEG images are stored. The current Project in use will show
in the upper left corner of the Main Screen. All les created in the VMC app are stored in the Gallery
under the Project Name.
The current Project name appears in the upper left of the status bar.
Tap on the Manage Projects line and the manage projects sub-menu will appear.
New – Date and Time: This option will create a project based on the tablet's current date and time.
An example of a project name created on 30 August 2022 at12:26 PM will be "2022_08_30_12_26"
New – Name: This option will create a project you can name using alpha and numeric characters.
Up to 40 alphanumeric characters can be used for a project name.
Android "New-Name" dialog box
iOS New-Name Project
Existing Project – All projects remain in the app until deleted by the user. Select Existing Project to
add new les to an existing project. When this option is selected a list of projects will appear. Tap on
the project name to use the Project.

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VMC App Settings
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6.1.26.1.2 Sonde FrequencySonde Frequency
Set the sonde frequency to use when the sonde icon is selected. Select from 512Hz, 640Hz or
33kHz. Tap the Step Back icon to return to the Settings menu.
6.1.36.1.3 Video SettingsVideo Settings
Set the video quality and frames per second. First select the resolution of 1080p, 720p or 480p. Next
set the resolution by tapping on 30fps (frames per second) or 15fps.
1080p with 30fps will give the highest quality video but it will also be the largest file size. Lower
resolutions will produce a lower-quality video with a smaller le size. Tap the Step Back icon to return
to the Settings menu.
6.1.46.1.4 Image SettingsImage Settings
Set the size and quality of the JPEG pictures. 1920x1080 produces the best image quality and will
have the largest le size. Tap the Step Back icon to return to the Settings menu.
6.1.56.1.5 Date and TimeDate and Time
The date and time used in the app are from the tablet or phone. This option will update the control
module's date and time to match the app's.
6.1.66.1.6 UnitsUnits
Select the distance counter unit of measure. Choose between metric or imperial units. Tap the Step
Back icon to return to the Settings menu.
6.1.76.1.7 LanguageLanguage
Use this drop-down list to change the language.
6.1.86.1.8 Regulatory LabelsRegulatory Labels
This section shows the required FCC and IC information. To access this information do the following:This section shows the required FCC and IC information. To access this information do the following:
1. At the Main screen select the Setting icon.
2. Tap on the Regulatory Labels to find the FCC and IC information.

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VMC App Settings
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6.1.96.1.9 AboutAbout
The About screen contains important
information needed when calling for technical
support. This screen shows the connected
units rmware version, VMC app version and
serial number.
This area also has email support and general
email options.
vCamDrain Serial Number:
vCamDrain Firmware Version:
App version:
11301190002
6.38
1.6 (19)
Privacy Policy EULA
Email Support
Send Logs
System Information
Support
OK
The About Screen Information Box
6.1.106.1.10 LogsLogs
Logs are recorded for troubleshooting problems with the app. If you should call for technical support,
we may ask that you email us a copy of your app's logs using the Log feature.

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Using the vCam Mobile Controller App
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7. Using the vCam Mobile Controller App
7.1 Overview
Now that the initial settings have been saved let's start using the app!
Before launching the app ensure the control module is turned on and the Wi-Fi option
activated.
7.1.17.1.1 Connect to the Control ModuleConnect to the Control Module
1. From the Selection screen select the Control Module to connect.
The Selection Screen
2. Android – Tap on the serial number of the control module to connect.
iOS – Tap on the Join icon of the control module to connect.
Connect to device?
vCam Mobile Controller will use a temporary
Wi-Fi network to connect to the device.
Cancel
vCamDrain-1130119000002
vCamDrain-130119000012
“vCamMobileController”
Wants to join Wi-Fi Network
“vCamDrain1130119000002”?
Cancel Join
Android connection dialog box iOS connection dialog box
After a few seconds the Main Viewing Screen will appear with an icon of the control module and its
battery status in the upper right corner.
7.1.27.1.2 Making a video recordingMaking a video recording
1. Tap the Record icon to start the video recording. If no project is selected the Manage
Project dialog will appear. See section 3.1.1 Manage Projects.
Create a new project or select an existing project to continue.
When a recording is started the record icon ashes red and the elapsed recording time and
le size will be displayed above the icon.
To Pause the recording video tap on the Pause icon.
To resume recording tap on the ashing red Play icon.

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2. To end the recording video tap on the red flashing Record icon again.
7.1.37.1.3 Capturing JPEG images (taking pictures)Capturing JPEG images (taking pictures)
Tap the JPEG button to capture a JPEG image. The screen will momentarily flash yellow
confirming a captured image.
7.1.47.1.4 Adding an observation to the screenAdding an observation to the screen
Observations are text comments added to the screen which appear in videos and pictures.
Tap on the Observation icon to open the Text Box.
The icon will ll with a black background when the text box opens.
Android Enter text in the text box, up to 100 characters, and tap on OK.
iOS Enter text in the text box, up to 100 characters and then tap Return on the keyboard.
Remove the text from the screen by tapping on the black background Observation icon.
7.1.57.1.5 File ManagementFile Management
All recorded videos and pictures are stored in Projects in the Gallery.
7.1.5.1 The Gallery
The Gallery Main Screen
Return to the previous screen Share les or projects
Search_ Search the gallery Delete les or projects
Exit the gallery Help opens the manual to the help topic
Select All les or projects
7.1.5.2 Searching the Gallery
Use the Search feature to find files in the Gallery.
1. Start typing in the search bar to find files and projects in the gallery.
2. Press the X to the far right to clear the search box.