Whistler WIC-1750 User manual

WIC-1750
User Guide
WIC-1750
INSPECTION CAMERA
MULTI-PURPOSE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ........................................................... 3
Feature Descriptions ............................................ 4
Installation.........................................................5 - 7
Operation ........................................................8 - 16
FCC Information.................................................. 16
Troubleshooting ...........................................17 - 18
Warranty Information..................................19 - 22
Specifications....................................................... 23

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INTRODUCTION
Dear Whistler Customer,
Thank you for choosing a Whistler product. We are dedicated to
providing products that represent both quality and value. Please
read the user guide carefully before using this product.
If you have any question concerning the operation of this
Whistler product please FAQ page on our website or call:
Customer Service
1-800-531-0004
Monday - Friday • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CT
or visit our website
www.whistlergroup.com
Sincerely,
The Whistler Group, Inc.

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FEATURES DESCRIPTIONS
Magnet
Accessory
Clip
Mirror
Accessory
Clip
Hook
Accessory
Clip
Accessory
Collar
Video
Cable
9mm Waterproof
Camera Assembly
USB Port
Micro SD Card Slot
Video Out
Power Switch/Image
Rotation
Delete File/Zoom In
Play Back
Record Video
Take Photo
LED Power Indicator
Menu
OK
Down
Up
2.7 in Color LCD
Monitor
Flexible Tube
Interface
3.3 ft. Flexible Tube
9mm Camera Lens
USB
Cable

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INSTALLATION
Installation
Install Batteries
1. Remove the cover.
2. Insert four (4) new AA batteries into the appropriate slots.
Proper battery orientation is indicated on the battery
compartment.
3. Replace battery cover.
Install the Camera with Flexible Tube
When connecting the camera tube to the handheld unit, make
sure that the keyed ends are properly aligned. Once they are
lined up, finger tighten the knob to hold the connector in place.
Keyed end plugs into socket Finger tighten the knurled knob

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INSTALLATION
To Insert Micro SD Card
After card is inserted into the card slot successfully, an SD card
icon will appear on the monitor screen; otherwise, the ‘no SD
card’ icon will show.
NOTE: If the device fails to read the card due to late insertion
or some problem of the card, the screen displays “FORMAT SD
CARD”. If the card is in normal condition, press OK; otherwise,
press YES to format the card.
Install the Accessories
The three (3) included accessories (mirror, hook and magnet) are
all attached to the tube in the same way as illustrated below:
Place hook into hole at end of tube. Place rubber ring around
camera head and hook.

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INSTALLATION
Video Out
Insert the video cable into the Video Out jack on the side of the
unit. Insert the other end of the video cable to a video in on a TV
or other video monitor system. The unit will provide high quality
video to an external monitor.
Video
Cable
To Connect USB Cable
Use a USB cable to connect the product to any PC with a USB
slot. Your computer should automatically recognize the new
hardware, which you may browse by double-clicking on the My
Computer icon on your desktop, and then navigating into the
Mobile Disk directory.

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OPERATION
Operation
1. Press and hold the power switch to turn the camera on
(refer to Fig 1).
2. The power indicator will illuminate and the LCD will
become viewable.
3. If the image on the LCD is unclear, try adjusting either
the brightness or mirror controls on the monitor.
4. LEDs Brightness Control: The 5 levels of LED
brightness can be adjusted. Refer to the LED’s
brightness control section of this guide.
5. To rotate the orientation of the image displayed on
the LCD refer to the Image Rotation section of this
guide.
6. When in use, the tube should easily maneuver itself
into position (refer to Fig 3). Do not apply excessive
force.
7. The accessories included with the unit can be used
to retrieve small items like dropped rings, screws or
grabbing wires (refer to Fig 4).

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OPERATION
TIP: The flexible tube can be bent to accommodate
exploration in a variety of locations.
IMPORTANT: Do not immerse the monitor in water.
Store in a dry place. Such measures reduce the risk of
electric shock and damage. Only the lens and tube are
water resistant when the unit is fully assembled.
Image Rotation/Mirror
To rotate the orientation of the image displayed on the
LCD by 180º, quickly press the rotate button (same as
Power Switch button).
There are four possible image orientations that you can
toggle through by pressing this button.
NOTE: Please just use a quick press (less than 1 second);
pressing button longer will power off unit.
Fig 2
LEDs Provide Illumination
Fig 4Fig 3
Fig 1
Power On Switch

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Zoom in Picture
In real-time monitoring mode,
press the button to zoom
in (1.0X, 1.5X, 2.0X, 2.5X, 3X) the
picture.
LEDs Brightness Control
The 5 levels of LED brightness
can be adjusted by pressing the and button in real-
time monitoring or recording video mode.
Recording Video
1. In real-time monitoring
mode, press the button
to begin recording.
2. Press again to stop
recording and save video.
NOTE:
The video will be automatically saved as an individual file
every 30 minutes. “Memory Full” appears on the LCD
screen to indicate that the SD card memory is full.
Taking photos
In real-time monitoring mode, press the button to
take a photo.
NOTE: “Memory Full” appears on the LCD screen to
indicate that the SD card memory is full.
OPERATION

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OPERATION
Playback Video/Picture
1. In real-time monitoring mode,
press the button to toggle
to the video/picture folder
2. Press the and buttons to
select your desired folder, and
then the press OK button to
toggle to the right interface:
NOTE: Icon next to a file name indicates that the file
is a video. Icon next to a file indicates that the file is a
picture.
3.For playback video:
Press the or button to select
your desired video, and then
press OK button to playback.
Pause: press the OK button
once to pause, press again to
resume play;
Fast Forward: press and hold on
the button until the Current Playback Mode Icon switch
to ;
Rewind: press and hold on the button until the Current
Playback Mode Icon switch to ;
Stop/Exit: press the MENU button.
4.For viewing images:
Press the or button to select your desired image,
press OK or MENU button to view and press again to exit.

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OPERATION
Deleting Video/Picture
1. In real-time monitoring
mode, press the button
to toggle to the video/
picture folder.
2. Press the or button to
select your desired folder,
and then press OK button.
3. Press the or button to
select your desired file, and then press the button.
4. Press the or button to
toggle between and ,
that is, to cancel or delete.
Once you have highlighted
your desired selection,
press the OK button.
Deleting Folder
Deleting a folder is done in
the same way as deleting a
single file.
How to enter the Setting
Mode
In real-time monitoring mode,
press the MENU button:

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Language Setting
1. In the setting mode, press
the or button to select
‘SYSTEM SETTING’, and
then press OK button.
2. Press the or button
to select ‘Language’, and
then press OK button, the
following interface will appear:
3. Press the or button to select your desired language
4. Press OK button to confirm and press MENU button to
exit
Video System Setting
1. In the setting mode, press the or button to select
‘SYSTEM SETTING’, and then press OK button.
2. Press the or button to select ‘Video System’ and
then press OK button.
3. Press the or button to toggle between NTSC and
PAL. Once your desired system is selected, press OK
button to confirm and press the MENU button to exit.
OPERATION

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Formatting
1. In the setting mode, press the or button to select
‘SYSTEM SETTING ’, and then press the OK button.
2. Press the or button to select ‘Format’, and then
press OK button.
3. Press the or button to toggle between YES and
NO, that is, to format or cancel. Press the OK button to
confirm and press the MENU button to exit.
Default Setup
1. In the setting mode, press the or button to select
‘SYSTEM SETTING ’, and then press OK button.
2. Press the or button to select ‘Default Setup’ and
then press OK button.
3. Press the or button to toggle between YES and
NO, that is to restore default or cancel.
4. Press the OK button to confirm and press the MENU
button to exit.
View Version Information
1. In the setting mode, press the or button to select
‘SYSTEM SETTING’, and then press OK button.
2. Press the or button to select ‘Version’ and then
press OK button. You will now be able to view the
version details of your product.
OPERATION

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Date/Time Setting
1. In the setting mode, press
the or button to select ‘Date/
Time’ and then press OK
button, The right interface
will appear:
2. Press OK button to select
Date or Time; Press the or
button to adjust selection; Press the MENU button to
confirm and exit.
Frame Rate Setting
1. In the setting mode, press the or button to select
‘RECORDER SETTING’, and then press the OK button.
2. Press the or button to select ‘Frame Rate’ and then
press the OK button.
3. Press the or button to toggle between different
frame rates. Once your desired rate is selected, press
OK button to confirm and press the MENU button to
exit.
OPERATION

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Time Stamp Setting
1. In the setting mode, press the or button to select
‘RECORDER SETTING’, and then press OK button.
2. Press the or button to select ‘Time Stamp’ and then
press OK button.
3. Press the and buttons to toggle between On and
Off. Once your desired selection is made, press the OK
button to confirm and press the MENU button to exit.
Event Playback
1. In the setting mode, press the or button to select
‘EVENT PLAYBACK’, and then press the OK button.
2. For other operations see Playback of Video/Picture,
Deleting Video/Picture, and Deleting Folder section for
guidance.
OPERATION
FCC Information
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;
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation. Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC INFORMATION

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Why won’t the monitor turn on?
• Make sure that the monitor has been charged at least
overnight before first use. Press the reset button on the
unit.
Message on monitor says to “See User Guide for
Troubleshooting“.
• Make sure that the handheld unit is turned on and that
the camera tube is properly attached to the handheld
unit.
The power light comes on but nothing shows on the
screen?
• This could be due to weak batteries in the handheld.
Replace batteries.
• Is the camera tube fully inserted to the handheld unit?
When connecting the camera tube to the handheld
unit, make sure the keyed ends are properly aligned.
Once they are lined up, press in firmly and then finger
tighten the knob to hold the connector in place.
Why is my picture upside down?
• Simply press the image orientation button or move the
camera tube to properly orient the image.
What is the maximum depth the waterproof camera
can be submerged?
• Approximately 12 feet - the camera extension limit of
the unit. Camera tube has a rating of IP67.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Why does the video look “Scrambled”?
• There are two video formats that the inspection camera
can be set to: NTSC format which is used in North
America. The PAL format is used in Europe and other
overseas countries. Enter the menu selection and
check the video format to make sure the monitor is in
NTSC format.
What format are the pictures and movies saved as?
• Still images are saved in a .jpg format. Movies are
saved in a .avi format, with video resolution at 640 x 480
pixels.
Video Output, will display live video or will it only
display playback of recorded video?
• When connected to a different monitor the unit will
display live video as well as picture and recorded
playback.

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WARRANTY INFORMATION
Consumer Warranty
This Whistler product is warranted to the original purchaser for
a period of one year from the date of original purchase against
all defects in materials and workmanship. This limited warranty
is void if the unit is abused, modified, installed improperly,
if the housing has been removed, or if the serial number is
missing. There are no express warranties covering this product
other than those set forth in this warranty. All express or
implied warranties for this product are limited to the above time.
Whistler is not liable for damages arising from the use, misuse, or
operation of this product.
NOTE: Units that cannot be repaired will be replaced with the
same or similar model. Replacement unit’s warranty will be based
on the original unit’s purchase date.
Service Under Warranty
During the warranty period, defective units will be repaired
without charge to the purchaser when returned with a dated
store receipt to the address below. Units returned without a
dated store receipt will be handled as described in section
“Service Out-Of-Warranty.”

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WARRANTY INFORMATION
Due to the specialized equipment necessary for testing, there are
no authorized service stations for Whistler products other than
Whistler.
When returning a unit for service, please follow these
instructions:
Ship the unit in the original carton or in a suitable sturdy
equivalent, fully insured, with return receipt requested to:
Whistler Repair Dept.
1412 South 1st St.
Rogers, AR. 72756
Please allow 3 weeks turnaround time.
IMPORTANT: Whistler will not assume responsibility for loss
or damage incurred in shipping. Therefore, please ship your
unit insured with return receipt requested. CODs will not be
accepted!
1. Include with your unit the following information, clearly
printed:
• Your name and street address (for shipping via UPS), a daytime
telephone number and an email address, if applicable.
• A detailed description of the problem (e.g.,“device will not
power ON”).
• A copy of your dated store receipt or bill of sale.
2. Be certain your unit is returned with its serial number.