General Tools DCS100 User Manual

THE SEEKER

USER’S MANUAL

DCS100

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100

WIRELESS USB

VIDEO INSPECTION SYSTEM

Please read this manual carefully and thoroughly before using this product.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Two Main Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 –4

Key Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

System Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 –6

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1. The Seeker

2. The RCV100 USB Wireless USB

Video Receiver Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

3. Anatomy of the RCV100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Setup Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 – 10

Install the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 –9

Install and Sync the Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . 9 – 10

Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 – 14

Normal Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 – 13

Wired Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Using Skype

Shutting Off the Grip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

100 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

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to Stream Video . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Maintenance Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Return for Repair Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the The Seeker™100 Wireless USB Video
Inspection System from General Tools & Instruments. We strongly
suggest that you read this user’s manual carefully before using the
product.

The Seeker 100 is a unique member of General’s award-winning
Seeker family of video inspection system. Its wireless USB connection
and Skype
with the RCV100 Wireless USB Video Receiver) make it uniquely suited
for a wide variety of inspection applications—such as inspecting
buildings for mold, leaks or pests; inspecting ducts and pipelines for
corrosion or leaks; reading parts and serial numbers of equipment in
industrial and manufacturing settings; and inspecting the engines of
motor vehicles, airplanes and marine craft all at a great value. Like its
siblings, the Seeker 100 offers a cost-effective way for technicians,
mechanics, contractors and repairmen—as well as the home DIY
user—to visually inspect inaccessible or hazardous areas and thus
diagnose hidden system problems without the need for a complete
disassembly or teardown.

TWO MAIN COMPONENTS

One component is a compact, ergonomic grip that mates with a high­strength, “flexible-obedient”, 1m (3.28 ft.) long, 12mm diameter
camera-tipped probe with adjustable LED lighting. The grip contains a
wireless transmitter that works with the other main component: a small
wireless receiver— the RCV100. It plugs into, and is powered by, the
USB 2.0 or 3.0 port of any recent computer running Windows
Windows
later and at least 1 GB of RAM). Working in concert, the grip and the
receiver allow “live” (real-time) video to be monitored, stored and
processed on a laptop or desktop computer at a wireless distance up
to 10m (33 ft.). The RCV100’s software also supports streaming of live
video over the Internet via the Skype application, and it can store video
on the user’s computer as well.

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-enabled streaming video function (working in concert

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XP or Windows®Vista (with a Pentium IV microprocessor or

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The Seeker 100 comes in an impact-resistant carrying custom case
that also contains a battery charger, a video cable (for wired connec tion
of the grip and receiver), and several accessories (a mirror, a magnet
and a pick-up hook) that mount on the end of the probe to facilitate
inspections. The unit ships with a 12mm (0.47 in.) diameter probe that
is water, oil and dustproof. However, the grip also can accept 9.0mm
and 5.5mm probes available from General, as well as extensions that
increase the maximum overall probe length to 5m (about 10 ft.).

KEY FEATURES

• The grip’s integrated transmitter wirelessly sends video to the
receiver plugged into a computer up to 10 meters away.

• The RCV100 software is Skype-enabled, allowing streaming of
real-time camera probe-video over the internet.

• The RCV100 has four (4) wireless selectable channels to
maximize video quality.

• 320 x 240 pixel camera resolution and two adjustable-intensity
LEDs yield crisp, clear video; camera’s minimum focal length is
4 in. (102mm).

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• Compatible with Windows

, Windows®Vista*2and Windows

XP*2operating systems.

• Flexible and strong 1 meter long (3.28 ft.), 12mm (0.47 in.)
diameter camera-tipped probe retains configured shape.

• Accepts General’s thinner 9.0mm and 5.5mm camera-tipped
probes as well as the 1, 2 and 3m extensions for the 12mm probe.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The probe is not electrically insulated, so do not bring it into contact
with exposed AC wiring.

Although the probe and camera head are water, dust and oil proof,
refrain from immersing them in liquids. Doing so could increase the
risk of electrical shock.

Because the grip contains a polymer Lithium-ion battery, do not
dispose of it in an incinerator, because that could cause an explosion.

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SYSTEM INTRODUCTION

1. THE SEEKER 100 SYSTEM

The Seeker 100 system (the grip and a 1m long, 12mm diameter
probe) comes fully assembled in a custom carrying case along with
the following components:

• The RCV100 Wireless USB Video Receiver and its components
and user’s manual

• A 5.5VDC adapter for a 110 VAC power supply

• A set of three 12mm probe tip accessories
(a mirror, a magnet and a pick-up hook)

• This user’s manual

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2.

THE RCV100 WIRELESS USB VIDEO RECEIVER
COMPONENTS

The RCV100 ships with an installation
CD, a 3 ft. long USB extension cable

1.

and a video input cable.

1. Wireless receiver

2. Installation CD

3. USB extension cable

4. Video cable

3.

3. ANATOMY OF THE

RCV100 RECEIVER

A. USB plug

E.

B. “Connected” light
C. Black CH button for channel

selection

D. Power/Channel indicator

light; number of flashes
corresponds to channel
numbers from 1 to 4

A.

B.

E. Video in jack

2.

4.

C.

D.

SETUP INSTRUCTIONS

Before using the Seeker 100, make sure it is assembled and fully
charged. If the 1m probe is not already attached to the grip, connect
the two components by inserting the keyed end of the probe into the
connector at the front of the grip, making sure that the alignment key
at the end of the probe lines up with the flat on the connector’s
housing. Then tighten the connection by turning the collar clockwise.
Finally, remove the rubber cap that protects the camera and the LEDs
on the other end of the probe.

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