Wohler VIS 400 User manual

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Operating manual
Colour monitor
Wöhler VIS 400
Best.- Nr. 23666 2018-02-14

Contents
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Contents
1General Information..............................5
1.1 Operation Manual Information....................... 5
1.2 Notes............................................................. 5
1.3 Proper use..................................................... 5
1.4 Basic features ............................................... 6
1.5 Transporting .................................................. 6
1.6 Information on disposal ................................. 6
1.7 Manufacturer................................................. 6
2Important information ..........................7
3Technical data .......................................9
5Design and function ...........................10
5.1 Monitor ........................................................ 10
5.3 Control panel............................................... 12
6Connections ........................................15
6.1 Connection options...................................... 15
6.1.1 Camera heads............................................. 16
6.1.2 Camera cable.............................................. 17
6.1.3 Cable reel.................................................... 17
6.1.4 Camera viper............................................... 17
6.2 Connecting the camera cable and camera
head ............................................................ 18
6.2.1 Connecting the camera cable...................... 18
6.2.2 Connecting the camera head ...................... 19
7Rechargeable battery status and
recharging............................................20
8Switching on the system and monitor..
..............................................................21
9Monitor settings..................................22
9.1 Monitor Menu .............................................. 22
9.2 Submenu „Picture“ ...................................... 22
9.2.1 Selecting the language................................ 22
9.2.2 Setting the picture parameters in the monitor
menu ........................................................... 23

Contents
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9.3 Format .........................................................24
9.3.1 Turning the screen view...............................24
9.3.2 Changing the screen format ........................24
9.3.3 Selecting the video standard .......................24
9.4 Submenu „Option“ - Automatic shutdown ....24
10 Settings via the menu ........................26
10.1.1 SETUP menu...............................................27
10.1.2 CALENDAR menu .......................................29
10.1.3 VIDEO menu................................................30
10.1.4 VIPER menu................................................31
10.1.5 INFO menu ..................................................31
11 Information displayed on the monitor..
..............................................................32
11.1 Displaying the position of the camera head . 32
11.2 Time and date.............................................. 32
11.3 Memory Card Missing.................................. 32
12 Home function.....................................33
13 Audio and video functions ................34
13.1 Recording .................................................... 34
13.2 Playback ......................................................34
13.3 Delete files................................................... 35
14 Capture images................................... 36
15 Delete files........................................... 37
16 Transferring and showing images and
videos................................................... 37
16.1 Transferring to the PC ................................. 37
16.2 Replaying videos on the PC ........................37
17 Guide accessories..............................38
18 Faults ...................................................39
19 Maintenance........................................40
19.1 Replacing the dome of the camera head..... 40
19.2 Monitor......................................................... 40
20 Warranty and service .........................40

Contents
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20.1 Warranty...................................................... 40
20.2 Service ........................................................ 40
21 Accessories.........................................41
22 Declaration of conformity EG ............42
Points of sale and service ............................43

0BGeneral Information
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1 General Information
1.1 Operation Manual In-
formation
This operation manual allows you to safety work
with the Wohler VIS 400 Colour Monitor. Please
keep this manual for your information.
The Wohler VIS 400 should be used by trained
professionals for its intended use only.
Warranty is voided by any damages caused by
not following this manual.
1.2 Notes
WARNING!
Not following this warning can cause injury or
death.
ATTENTION!
Not following this note can cause permanent
damage to the monitor.
NOTE!
Usefull information
1.3 Proper use
The Wöhler VIS 400 color monitor is designed to
be used together with a suitable camera cable or
camera rod and camera head to visually inspect
and document the condition of pipes in shafts, for
example in flue gas systems, chimneys, ventila-
tion systems as well as for inspecting under-
ground drain pipes.
The device is designed to be used by trained pro-
fessionals only. Any other use is considered im-
proper use.

0BGeneral Information
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1.4 Basic features
Device
Scope of supply
Wöhler VIS 400 colour
monitor
Colour monitor
12 V rechargeable
battery
Power pack: 18 V, 1.5
A
SD memory card
4 GB
Protective case with
anti-glare visor and
carry strap
1.5 Transporting
To prevent damage to the Monitor use the original
carrying case when transporting.
The carrying case can be purchased separately.
1.6 Information on disposal
Electronic equipment does not belong in domestic
waste, but must be disposed in accordance with
the applicable statutory provisions.
You may hand in any defective batteries taken out
of the unit to our company as well as to recycling
places of public disposal systems or to selling
points of new batteries or storage batteries.
1.7 Manufacturer
Wöhler Technik GmbH
Wöhler-Platz 1
Bad Wünnenberg, Germany, 33181
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]
www.woehler.com

Important information
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2 Important information
Eye protection
WARNING!
Never point a connected camera head at
your own
or somebody else's eyes when the monitor is
switched on. The LEDs are extremely bright and
can cause eye damage.
WARNING!
When connected, guide the rod with due care and
attention. As the rod is made of flexible material, it
can make whipping movements if it slips. Protect
your eyes in particular.
Operating temperature
CAUTION!
Do not use the camera in temperatures above
40 °C. High temperatures can damage the cam-
era.
Resistance to water
CAUTION!
The colour monitor is not waterproof. Keep the
monitor dry and away from water!
Resistance to impacts
CAUTION!
The colour monitor is not impact resistant. Do not
throw or allow the case to fall!
Accessories
CAUTION!
Use only original Wöhler accessories and spare
parts!
Strong magnetic or electric
fields NOTE!
Do not use the colour monitor near television tow-
ers, mobile radio equipment or other sources of
magnetic or electric fields, as these may impair
the
quality of the displayed image.

Important information
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Extraneous influences
NOTE!
Extraneous influences such as static discharges
can cause the device to malfunction. If a malfunc-
tion occurs, switch the monitor off and on again.

Technical data
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3 Technical data
Description
Details
TFT display
7"/ 16:9 format
Recording
Scope of delivery:
4 GB SD card (2.5 h recording capacity)
Optional memory cards
Max.
32 GB
Technology:
SD or SDHC
Velocity class:
2 - 10
Formatting:
For cards < 4 GB: FAT or FAT32, others: FAT 32
Interface
Mini USB port
Video output
FBAS signal
Power supply
12 V NiMH rechargeable battery, 2000 mAh
Battery operating time
Max. 2 h
(battery status is displayed)
Distance measurement:
Electronic meter counter
Operating temperature
0-40 °C
Storage temperature
-20 °C to 50 °C
Dimensions housing
Without case
199 x 196 x 40 mm
With case
210 x 210 x 60 mm
Weight
Without case
1200 g
With case
1700 g
Standard connection telescopic stand

Design and function
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4 Design and function
4.1 Monitor
Fig. 1: Monitor and components
Legend
Front and side view:
1 Display
2 Loudspeaker
3 Control panel
4 Card slot for memory card
5 Mini USB port
6 Power pack connection
7 Video out
8 Eyelet to secure shoulder strap
9 Eyelet to secure wrist strap
10 Microphone
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
8
9
9
10

Design and function
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Fig.
2: Monitor - rear view
Legend
Rear:
11 Battery compartment
12 Connection socket for camera cable or
rod
13 Cable guide
14 Standard telescopic stand connection
11
12
13
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Design and function
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4.3 Control panel
Fig. 3: Control panel
The keys on the control panel have the following functions:
ON/OFF key turns the whole camera system
on/off (monitor and connected camera head).
NOTE!
The ON/OFF key is framed by a green light
when the monitor is switched on and the battery
is charged.
Functions
The ON/OFF key
Press
Function
Hold 2 seconds
Switch system on/off
Briefly
Reset distance coun-
ter
When menu is acti-
vate (only when using
Ø 26 mm and
Ø 40 mm camera
heads)
Escape
Exit menu

Design and function
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Camera head operating keys
(this function is active only if the pan&tilt camera
head is connected, see accessories)
Tilt the camera head 180°
Camera head operating keys
(this function is active only if the pan&tilt camera
head is connected, see accessories).
Rotate the camera head 360°
VIDEO key
Start/stop recording video
SHIFT key
Activates the key functions depicted by green icons
on the top right corners of the keys.
NOTE!
When SHIFT MODE is activate, the SHIFT key
lights up and an S is displayed in the bottom mid-
dle of the screen.
Illumination key
Camera head Ø 26 mm, 40 mm:
Dimming function to set the brightness of the cam-
era head lighting.
NOTE!
There are three levels of brightness available to
increase or dim the intensity of the camera head
lighting. The brightness is increased each time the
user presses the ILLUMINATION key three times
in sequence. The fourth time the user presses the
key, the lighting returns to the lowest level of
brightness.
Camera head Ø 51 mm:
Switch LEDs on and off.
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Design and function
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If the Additional Illumination, type plug-in, is in-
stalled (article 4194), the LEDs of the camera head
and the pluggable illumination (article 4194) will be
switched on and off at the same time.
MENU key:
Make settings
PLAY key
Playback recorded videos
HOME key
(this function is active only if the Ø 40 mm, pan&tilt
camera head is connected, see accessories).
Aligns the camera head to a straight position –
displays view parallel to the ground above
IMAGE key
Capture image / snapshot
NOTE!
Images are saved in .jpg format; it is possible to
display the images on a PC from the SD card. I
DELETE key
Delete an image or video selected in PLAY mode.
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Connections
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5 Connections
5.1 Connection options
The Wöhler VIS 400 monitor is a component of an expandable modular inspection sys-
tem that the user can configure to meet the demands of any working environment. The
various connection options are described below; please also refer to the Section Acces-
sories.
Fig. 4: Readyto go – monitor complete
with connected camera cable and cam-
era head
To perform inspections, a Wöhler camera rod and a
camera head or a Wöhler camera cable and a
camera head must be connected to the monitor.

Connections
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5.1.1 Camera heads
The camera head selected affects the display options on the monitor. It is possible to
connect the following camera heads:
Diameter
Ø 51 mm
Ø 51 mm
Ø 40 mm
Ø 26 mm
Image
Colour



Light sensitivi-
ty
O.08 Lux
0.4 Lux
0.5 Lux
0.5 Lux
Pan&Tilt



Position indi-
cator


Home function

Integrated
locator trans-
mitter


Resistance to
water
waterproof
IP 67
(30 min / 1 m)
waterproof
nach IP 67
(30 min / 1 m)
waterproof
nach IP 67
(30 min / 1 m)
waterproof
nach IP 68
(30 min/ 30 m)
Application
Chimney in-
spections
Chimney in-
spections
Waste water
lines Ø 70 mm
and larger
House con-
nections up to
Ø 200 mm
Flue gas lines
60 mm and
larger
Waste water
lines Ø 40 mm
and larger
Ventilation
pipes 40 mm
and larger
Flue gas lines
up to approx.
125 mm

Connections
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5.1.2 Camera cable
Fig.
5: Inspections using camera cable
from above
The most effective method of inspecting things
such as chimney and downpipes is from above, for
example when standing on the roof. To do so, it is
necessary to connect a camera cable to t
he moni-
tor.
5.1.3 Cable reel
Fig. 6: Wöhler cable reel with camera
head connected
The Wöhler cable reel can store up to 30 m of
camera cable and proves extremely useful when
working with the cable. The monitor is secured to
the cable
reel using the connection for the telescop-
ic stand.
5.1.4 Camera viper
Fig. 7: Wöhler camera viper
If it is not possible to perform an inspection from
above, it will be necessary to connect a camera
viper
. It is far easier to handle
the camera rod when
used in conjunction with a Wöhler camera viper,
which can store up to 30 m of camera rod.

Connections
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5.2 Connecting the camera cable and camera head
5.2.1 Connecting the camera cable
Fig. 8: Camera cable connection
•Flip up the eight-pole female connector locat-
ed on the rear of the monitor (Fig 2, part 12).
•
Insert the male connector of the camera cable
or rod into the female connector, then turn the
locking ring clockwise to secure the connec-
tion.
Fig. 9: Camera cable fed through guide
•Move the female connector with connected
cable or rod to a suitable working position:
•
Feed the cable through the guide, if you wish
to put down the monitor.

Connections
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Fig. 10: Carrying the camera in the cam-
era case
•Allow the cable to hang down when you carry
the monitor with the shoulder strap over your
shoulder.
5.2.2 Connecting the camera head
Fig.
11: Wöhler Ø 51 mm camera head
connected to a camera cable
Insert the male cable connector (or male camera
rod connector) at the other end into the eight-pole
female connector of the camera head, then turn
the locking ring clockwise to secure the connec-
tion.
CAUTION!
The connection is only waterproof when the con-
nectors are joined together properly.
Tighten the locking ring using your fingers; never
use pliers!

Rechargeable battery status and recharging
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6 Rechargeable battery status and recharging
WARNING!
Risk of injury when handling the rechargeable
batteries improperly!
Never open the rechargeable battery housing.
Do not throw rechargeable batteries into a fire or
expose to high temperatures. There is a risk of
explosion!
If handled improperly, a liquid may emerge from
rechargeable batteries that can cause skin irrita-
tion. Avoid contact with the liquid. Rinse skin with
large amounts of water if it comes into contact
with the liquid. If the liquid comes into contact with
eyes, rinse with water immediately for 10 minutes
and consult a doctor immediately!
WARNING!
Danger of death by electrocution!
Never touch an electrical outlet with wet hands!
Do not expose the power pack to moisture!
Never pull the cable to remove the power pack
from the electrical outlet - it could rip out the ca-
ble!
Operate the power pack only when the mains
power supply is the same as the voltage stated on
the rating plate!
CAUTION!
Switch off the camera system before charging the
battery.
CAUTION!
If the camera is not used regularly, we recom-
mend to discharge the battery by powering on the
camera. After that charge the battery completely.
Repeat this procedure after approx. 6 weeks.