PCE Instruments PCE-VE 330N, PCE-VE 340N, PCE-VE 360N, PCE-VE 320N, PCE-VE 380N Users guide

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Manual

Video endoscope PCE-VE 3xxN Series

Version 2.3

Date of creation: 21.04.2016

Date of last change: 09.08.2021

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Contents

1 Safety notes......................................................................................................................................... 3

2 Specifications...................................................................................................................................... 4

2.1 Technical specifications .............................................................................................................. 4

2.2 Delivery contents ........................................................................................................................ 6

3 System description ............................................................................................................................. 6

4 Getting started .................................................................................................................................... 7

5 Operation ............................................................................................................................................. 7

5.1 Take a picture ............................................................................................................................. 7

5.2 Record a video ........................................................................................................................... 7

5.3 View data .................................................................................................................................... 7

5.4 Settings ....................................................................................................................................... 8

6 HR camera cable (PCE-VE 3xxHR or optional) ................................................................................ 9

7 Articulating camera cable (PCE-VE 350N / HR / N3 / HR3 only or optional) ............................... 15

8 HR camera cable with 360° articulating camera head (PCE-VE 370HR3 or optional) ............... 18

9 PCE-VE 380N ..................................................................................................................................... 22

9.1 Safety notes .............................................................................................................................. 22

9.2 Technical specifications ............................................................................................................ 22

9.3 System description ................................................................................................................... 23

9.4 Getting started .......................................................................................................................... 24

9.5 Operation .................................................................................................................................. 26

9.6 Locator PCE-VE-LOC (optional or PCE-VE 380N-LOC) ......................................................... 29

10 PCE-VE 390N ..................................................................................................................................... 34

10.1 Safety instructions .................................................................................................................... 34

10.2 Technical specifications ............................................................................................................ 35

10.3 System description ................................................................................................................... 36

10.4 Getting started .......................................................................................................................... 36

11 Disposal ............................................................................................................................................. 38

12 Contact ............................................................................................................................................... 38

12.1 PCE Instruments UK ................................................................................................................ 38

12.2 PCE Americas .......................................................................................................................... 38

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Thank you for purchasing a video endoscope from PCE Instruments.

1 Safety notes

Please read this manual carefully and completely before you use the device for the first time. The device
may only be used by qualified personnel and repaired by PCE Instruments personnel. There is no
warranty of damages or injuries caused by non-observance of the manual.

• This device may only be used in the way specified in this manual. If used otherwise, this may
cause dangerous situations.

• Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, extreme air humidity or
moisture.

• The case should only be opened by qualified personnel of PCE Instruments.

• Do not touch the instrument with wet hands.

• Do not expose the device to shocks or strong vibrations.

• You should not make any technical changes to the device.

• The appliance should only be cleaned with a damp cloth / use only pH-neutral cleaner without

solvents or abrasives.

• The device must only be used with original PCE accessories or equivalent.

• Before each use, please inspect the case for damage. In case of any visible damage, please do

not use the device.

• The device must not be used be used when the environmental conditions (temperature, air
humidity,…) are outside the limit values stated in the specifications.

• Do not expose the instrument to explosive atmospheres.

• Do not use the endoscope near uninsulated current-carrying conductors.

• The instrument should never be placed with the user interface facing an object (e. g. keyboard

side on a table).

• This product has been produced for industrial use only. Do not use it for medical or any other
biological purposes.

This user's handbook is published by PCE Instruments without any guarantee.
We expressly point to our general guarantee terms which can be found in our general terms of business.
If you have any questions please contact PCE Instruments.

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2 Specifications

2.1 Technical specifications
General specifications

Sensor

CMOS

Resolution videos / pictures

640 x 480

Frame rate

30 fps

Lighting

Automatic

White balance

Fixed

Field of view

67 °
PCE-VE 380N / PCE-VE 390N: 150.8 °

Depth of field

1.5 … 10 cm
PCE-VE 380N / PCE-VE 390N:10 … mm

Bending radius

90 mm
PCE-VE 380N / PCE-VE 390N: Ø 30 cm

Display

3.5 “ (88.9 mm) TFT display

Interface

Mini-USB 1.1
AV out

Memory

8 GB SD card

Compression format

MPEG4

Video format

ASF

Video output system

NTSC / PAL

Picture format

JPEG

Power supply

Rechargeable 3.7 V Li-ion battery

Environmental conditions

0 … +60 °C
PCE-VE 350N: -10 … +50 °C
PCE-VE 380N: -10 … +60 °C

Weight

450 g (incl. carrying case)

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Camera cable specifications

Model

Cable

length

Cable type

Cable

Ø

Boost

function*

Lighting

Articulation

camera head

PCE-VE
320N

1000 mm

Semi-

flexible

5.5 mm

No

4 LEDs

Front view only

PCE-VE
320HR

1000 mm

Semi-

flexible

5.5 mm

Yes

4 LEDs on the
front
2 LEDs on the side

Front view only
PCE-VE
330N

2000 mm

Semi-

flexible

5.5 mm

No

4 LEDs

Front view only

PCE-VE
333HR

3000 mm

Semi-

flexible

5.5 mm

Yes

4 LEDs on the
front
2 LEDs on the side

Front view only
PCE-VE
340N

10000

mm

Flexible

5.5 mm

No

3 LEDs

Front view only

PCE-VE
350N

1000 mm

Flexible

6.0 mm

No

4 LEDs

2-way
articulation

PCE-VE
350N3**

3000 mm

Flexible

6.0 mm

No

4 LEDs

2-way
articulation

PCE-VE
350HR

1000 mm

Flexible

6.0 mm

Yes

4 LEDs on the
front
2 LEDs on the side

2-way
articulation

PCE-VE
350HR3

3000 mm

Flexible

6.0 mm

Yes

4 LEDs on the
front
2 LEDs on the side

2-way
articulation

PCE-VE
355N

1500 mm

Flexible

4.5 mm

No

5 LEDs

2-way
articulation

PCE-VE
355N3

3000 mm

Flexible

4.5 mm

No

5 LEDs

2-way
articulation

PCE-VE
360N

1000 mm

Semi-

flexible

3.9 mm

No

3 LEDs

Front view only

PCE-VE
370HR

1000 mm

Semi-

flexible

6.0 mm

Yes

3 LEDs

4-way
articulation

PCE-VE
370HR3

3000 mm

Flexible

6.0 mm

Yes

3 LEDs

4-way
articulation

PCE-VE
380N

30000

mm

Semi-

flexible

28 mm

No

8 LEDs

Front view only

PCE-VE
390N

10000

mm

Semi-

flexible

28 mm

No

8 LEDs

Front view only

*The boost function improves the quality of pictures and videos in dark environments.
**This model is no longer available.

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2.2 Delivery contents

1 x endoscope PCE-VE 3xxN or HR (one of the models)
1 x 8 GB SD card
1 x USB cable
1 x mains adaptor
1 x carrying case (PCE-VE 390 N: + carrying belts)
1 x instruction manual

3 System description

Function keys

A power button
B photo button
C video button

D up button ▲
E down button ▼
F OK button OK
G escape button ESC

H illumination switch
I SD card slot
J AV out
K USB interface

L mains connection
M Display
N camera cable/tube
O reset button

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4 Getting started

Connect the camera cable to the display unit and screw it tightly. Make sure that the indication on the
connector is on the upper side (see picture above).

After that, press and hold the power button for approx. 5 seconds to turn on the device.
Now the display shows the following:

SD card capacity

Battery status

To turn off the device, press and hold the power button for 3 to 5 seconds.

5 Operation

5.1 Take a picture

To take a picture of the current image on the display, simply press the photo button .
The picture is stored on the SD card. After saving the picture, the device returns to the standard viewing
mode.
You can press the escape button ESC to zoom in (2x digital zoom).
If you press and hold the escape button ESC for a few seconds, the image on the screens gets mirrored.

5.2 Record a video

To start recording a video, press the video button . An indication appears on the display showing that
video recording is in progress. Press the video button again to stop the recording. The video is stored

on the SD card automatically.
You can press the escape button ESC to zoom in (2x digital zoom).
If you press and hold the escape button ESC for a few seconds, the image on the screens gets mirrored.

5.3 View data

To view the stored pictures and videos, press the up ▲ or down ▼button in standard viewing mode. Now
you can use these buttons to navigate through all pictures and videos. The data is sorted by date of
recording.
To delete a file, select it and press the OK button. A confirmation window appears on the display. Use the
up ▲ or down ▼button to choose “Yes” if you want to delete the file or choose “No” to cancel. After
selecting the desired option, press the OK button to confirm.

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5.4 Settings

Press the OK button in standard viewing mode to enter the settings menu. Here you have the following
options:

• DELETE ALL FILES

• AV OUTPUT

• DATE / TIME

• LANGUAGE

• TV SYSTEM

• AUTO POWER OFF

Reset

To set the device back to factory default settings, press the reset button on the back of the device.

Delete all files

To delete all files, select the “DELETE ALL FILES” option in the settings and press the OK button. After
that, use the up ▲ and down ▼ button to select “Yes” if you want to delete all files or select “No” to
cancel. After selecting the desired option, press the OK button to confirm.

AV output

Connect the AV out to an external display unit, choose the “AV OUTPUT” option and press the OK
button. The display of the endoscope turns black and the image is shown on the external display unit. To
exit this mode, press the OK button again.

Date / Time

To adjust the time and date settings, select the “DATE / TIME” option and press the OK button. Now you
can use the up ▲ and down ▼ button to move between the parameters year, month and day, as well as

hours, minutes and seconds. Move to the desired parameter and use the photo and video button
to adjust the value.

If you want the date and time to be displayed on each picture and video, move to the “Display” option and

choose “Yes”. Choose “no” if you do not want date and time to be shown on each picture and video.

Language

To change the language of the device, select the “LANGUAGE” option and press the OK button. Now you
are in the language selection screen. Use the up ▲ and down ▼ button to select the desired language
and press the OK button to confirm.

TV system

To change the TV system / video output format, select the “TV SYSTEM” option and press the OK button.
Here you can choose between “PAL” and “NTSC”. Use the up ▲ and down ▼ button to select the

desired option and press the OK button to confirm.
Auto power off

To adjust the auto power off settings, select the “AUTO POWER OFF” option and press the OK button.
Now you can choose between different time settings. Select the desired option by using the up ▲ and
down ▼ button and press the OK button to confirm.

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6 HR camera cable (PCE-VE 3xxHR or optional)

6.1 Safety notes

In addition to the general safety notes of the PCE-VE 3xxN device, please mind the following safety notes
to prevent damage and injuries when using the HR camera cable.

• To avoid dangerous situations, make sure that the probe does not get in touch with
inflammable liquids or gases.

• The HR cable includes various small cables which control the optics and electronics of the
camera tip. To ensure high reliability, do not bend the cable to an angle of more than 90 ° and
store the cable as little bent as possible.

• Do not disassemble the device as this can cause damage and electric shocks.

• Do not expose the device to direct sunlight and store it in a cool, dry, sufficiently ventilated

place.

• To protect the camera module, make sure the protection ring is on the camera head as long as
no accessories are in use.

• Do not apply force to the end of the cable and
do not bend it. This can deteriorate your vision
and even damage the probe.

• When you roll up the cable, the inner diameter
must be at least 15 cm.

• Put the protection ring back on and tighten it
when not using the device for a longer period
of time.

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• Do not crash the probe head.

• Make sure that the camera does not get in

contact with the following liquids:
lead-free petrol, diesel oil, machine oil, brake
fluid, transmission oil and water.

• Do not screw the accessories on too tightly.
Only screw it slightly until it is fixed.

• To clean the camera head, use the
cleaning liquid and the swabs provided in
the cleaning kit.

6.2 Technical specifications

Length of camera head

20 mm

Diameter with protection ring

6 mm

Depth of field

10 … 60 mm

Field of view

60.7 °

Protection class

IP67

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6.3 System description

1. Probe: to guide the camera

2. Camera head: for illumination and capturing

3. Assembly ring: to attach accessories

4. Protection ring: to protect the thread

5. Red cap: protects the camera when not in use

6. Boost key: for better illumination in dark environments

7. Rotation key: Press once to turn the display counter-clockwise by 90 °. The red LED will light up.
The LED will stop glowing when the original position has been reached.

8. Light key: This key activates a mirror which enables particle-free vision.

9. Connector

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6.4 Getting started
Connection

Step 1: Connect the main unit with the connector and fix it with the screw mechanism.
Step 2: Switch on the system. You should now see a picture in the display.

Attachment of the accessories
Mirror

Step 1: Unscrew the thread protection ring.
Step 2: Screw the assembly ring down to the bottom.
Step 3: Screw the mirror attachment onto the thread until the thread is completely covered.

Step 4: Align the lateral LED opening of the mirror attachment in a way that the LEDs are uncovered.
Step 5: Turn the assembly ring upwards in order to fix the mirror attachment.

Step 6: Press the light key to activate the lateral light.
Step 7: Adjust the light intensity as required to ensure ideal vision to the side.

(Steps 4-5 must be repeated until the right position is reached)

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Magnetic hook

Step 1: Turn the assembly ring down to the bottom.
Step 2: Screw the magnetic hook on until it snaps in.

Climbing ball

Step 1: Remove the assembly ring.
Step 2: Screw the climbing ball on until it snaps in.

6.5 Operation

Boost key

Use this key in a dark environment. The red LED indicates that the Boost function has been activated.
The image will be lightened up.
Note: Hold the probe steady.

Before “boosting”

After “boosting”

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Rotation key

You can use this key to turn the image by 90 ° four times, for instance, when trying to read an inscription
completely.

Light key

When using the mirror attachment, this key improves the vision which will not be impeded by particles,
dust, etc.

Without “particle free” function

With “particle free” function

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7 Articulating camera cable (PCE-VE 350N / HR / N3 / HR3 only or optional)

7.1 Safety notes

In addition to the general safety notes of the PCE-VE 3xxN device, please mind the following safety notes
to prevent damage and injuries when using the pivoting camera head.

• Do not bend the pivoting camera head by hand. Only use the rotary switch to adjust the angle.

• Do not try to rotate the rotary switch any further when it has already been rotated all the way to

the stop.

• Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, extreme air humidity or
moisture. Only use the pivoting camera head at temperatures between 0 and +55 °C.

• If you coil up the camera cable for storing, make sure the diameter is at least 15 cm and that the
camera head is in a straight position.

• Do not expose the camera head to mechanical strains and stresses.

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7.2 System description

1. Camera cable

2. Camera head

3. Gooseneck

4. Operating unit

5. Rotary switch for gooseneck

6. Connecting cable

7. Connector

8. Locking lever

7.3 Getting started

Connect the connecting cable to the display unit of the endoscope and screw it tightly. Make sure that the
indication on the connector is on the upper side.

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7.4 Operation

1. By using the rotary switch, you can pivot the camera head. Turn the switch in a clockwise motion
to pivot the camera head to the right or in a counter-clockwise motion to pivot the camera head to
the left.

2. You can lock the pivoting angle of the camera head by using the red locking lever. To lock the
camera head, carefully push the lever clockwise all the way to the stop. To unlock the camera
head carefully push the lever counter-clockwise, until it reaches its starting point.

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8 HR camera cable with 360° articulating camera head (PCE-VE 370HR3 or

optional)

8.1 Safety notes

In addition to the general safety notes of the PCE-VE 3xxN device, please mind the following safety notes
to prevent damage and injuries when using the HR camera cable with 360° articulating camera head.

• To avoid dangerous situations, make sure that the probe does not get in touch with
inflammable liquids or gases.

• Do not disassemble the device as this can cause damage and electric shocks.

• To protect the camera module, make sure the protection ring is on the camera head as long as

no accessories are in use.

• Do not bend the articulating camera head by hand. Only use the joystick to adjust the angle.

• Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, extreme air humidity or

moisture. Only use the device at temperatures between 0 and +60 °C. Store it in a cool, dry,

sufficiently ventilated place.

• If you coil up the camera cable for storing, make sure the diameter is at least 15 cm and that
the camera head is in a straight position.

• Do not expose the camera head to mechanical strains and stresses.

8.2 Technical specifications

Camera head diameter

6 mm

Camera cable

Length: 3 m; water proof

Swivel mechanism

Camera head can be swivelled by 110° in all
directions

Illumination

3 LEDs

Operating and storing temperature

0 … +60 °C

Weight

800 g

8.3 System description

1. Joystick

2. Rotation key

3. Light key

4. Boost key

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8.4 Getting started
Attachment of the accessories

Mirror

Step 1: Unscrew the thread protection ring.
Step 2: Screw the assembly ring down to the bottom.
Step 3: Screw the mirror attachment onto the thread until the thread is completely covered.

Step 4: Align the lateral LED opening of the mirror attachment in a way that the LEDs are uncovered.
Step 5: Turn the assembly ring upwards in order to fix the mirror attachment.

Step 6: Press the light key to activate the lateral light.

(Steps 4-5 must be repeated until the right position is reached)

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8.5 Operation

Hold the device with one hand and use your thumb for operating the joystick and the function keys. With
your index finger, you can use the boost key.

Use the joystick to adjust the swivelling angle and direction of the camera head.

Boost key

Use this key in dark environments to lighten up the image.
Note: Hold the camera cable steady to get a clear image.

before “boosting” after “boosting”

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Rotation key

Use this key to rotate the image by 90 °, for instance, when trying to read an inscription completely.

Light key

Use this key in combination with the mirror attachment to improve the vision which will not be impeded by
particles, dust, etc.

without “particle free” function with “particle free” function

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9 PCE-VE 380N

9.1 Safety notes

In addition to the general safety notes of the PCE-VE 3xxN device, please mind the following safety notes
to prevent damage and injuries when using the camera cable and the accessories of the PCE-VE 380N.

• When rolling the camera cable out or in, be very careful to prevent mechanical damage due to
tensile or compressive strain.

• You can move the camera cable around corners from 90° upwards. If the corner is narrower than
90°, this might interfere your measurement and even cause damage to the product.

• Do not use the camera cable to inspect fuel tanks or other environments with explosive or
inflammable atmospheres.

• To clean the whole set, wash it with water and dry it with a cloth or let it dry. Do not sluice it with a
hose or a high-pressure cleaner.

• Do not expose the device to direct sunlight and store it in a cool, dry, sufficiently ventilated place.

9.2 Technical specifications
Cable drum

Diameter

300 mm

Operating temperature

-10 … +60 °C

Weight

3.5 kg

Cable

Diameter

6 mm

Length

30 m

Bending radius

150 mm

Weight

100 g/m

Camera head

Camera diameter

28 mm

Camera length

24.3 mm

Depth of field

10 mm … ∞

Field of view

150.8 ° (diagonal)

Lighting

8 LEDs (white)

Operating temperature

-10 … +60 °C

Fitting pipe diameters

Ø 40 … 100 mm

Cable measuring device

Measuring units

m / ft

Counting

Forward / backward

Accuracy

±0.4 m (±1.3 ft)

Display

3 digits (1 decimal place)

Protection class

IP 55

Power supply

2 x 1.5 V AAA batteries

Battery life

≥ 90 hours

Dimensions

62 x 110 x 24 mm

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9.3 System description

PCE-VE 380N

1. Connection to display unit

2. Support for display unit

3. Handle

4. Camera head

5. Support for camera head

6. Cable measuring device

7. Power button for transmitter

Cable measuring device

1. ON/OFF/RESET button

2. m/ft button

3. Display backlight button

4. Battery compartment

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Camera cable

1. Camera head

2. Semi-flexible camera cable

3. Connection

4. Camera cable

5. Mounting ring

9.4 Getting started

Battery replacement
Transmitting unit

The battery compartment of the transmitting unit is located at the back of the unit. To open it, you have to
loosen a screw first. After that, you can open the battery compartment and replace the batteries.

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Cable measuring device

The battery compartment of the cable measuring device is located at the front, right below the function
keys. To open it, you have to loosen a screw first. After that, you can open the battery compartment and
replace the batteries.

Installation

1. Place the display unit in the support.

2. Connect the camera cable to the display unit and screw it tightly.

You can adjust the angle of the display support at any time, but do not use angles smaller than 90° cause
this might damage the support.

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The PCE-VE 380N can also be used in horizontal position.

9.5 Operation

Pulling out the cable

1. Before pulling out the camera cable, loosen the cable drum fixing first.

2. Pull out the camera cable horizontally. Do not pull it out in an angle larger than 45° to the
camera head support.

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3. Once you have reached the desired cable length, fix the cable drum to prevent it from rolling
out any further.

Coiling up the cable

1. Hold the camera head horizontally and carefully coil up the cable.

2. When the camera cable is coiled up completely, place the camera head in the camera head
support.

4. Fix the cable drum to prevent the cable from rolling out.

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Cable measuring device

To turn on the device, press and hold the OF/OFF button for 3 seconds.
You can reset/restart the device at any time by pressing and holding the ON/OFF button for 1 second.

To switch the measuring unit between m and ft, press the “m/ft” button.

Press the backlight button to activate the display backlight. The display backlight is active for 10
seconds.

To turn off the device, press and hold the ON/OFF button for 3 seconds.
The device also has an automatic power-off function which turns it off automatically after 1 hour of idling
time.

If the display shows a battery indication , please replace the batteries.

Centring star

1. Put the camera head in the centring star attachment and align the mounting ring with the screw
holes.

2. Put the screws in the screw holes and fasten the camera head.

Screw hole

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Cleaning

1. Remove the display unit from the support.

2. Put the protecting hood on the connector of the camera cable.

3. Wash the cable drum with water and let it dry for a few minutes.

4. If necessary, dry the cable drum with a dry cloth before putting it back into the carrying case.

9.6 Locator PCE-VE-LOC (optional or PCE-VE 380N-LOC)
Safety notes

• This product is designed for industrial use only. Do not use the system for human or biological
inspection.

• Do not use the camera cable to inspect fuel tanks or other environments with explosive or
inflammable atmospheres.

• Do not try to disassemble this product to avoid damage or electric shocks.

• Only use original or recommended components or accessories. Unapproved accessories and

components may cause damage.

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Product description

1 DC jack 5 Depth measurement key
2 Backlight key 6 On / Off key
3 Reset key 7 Buzzer key
4 Handle 8 Unit key (m / ft)

1

2

4

5

6 7 8

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DC jack

To connect mains adaptor for charging

Backlight key

Backlight can be switched on or off

Reset key

Reset, e. g. when depth measurement failed

Handle

Depth measurement
key

To identify the depth of the transmitter
On / Off key

To switch on / off

Buzzer key

To switch on / off buzzer sound that occurs when locator is switched on and
when moving closer to the transmitter

Unit key (m / ft)

To switch the units of depth measurement

Mounting

1 Main system connector 4 Camera head stopper
2 Handle 5 Meter
3 Camera head 6 Power button for transmitter

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Display

1 Detection icon 2 Signal strength 3 Low battery alert
The battery must be charged whenever the low battery alert appears on the screen.

Icon

Description

Weak signal, hard to verify directions

You can follow the directions of the arrow to move on

Depth measurement icon: appears when you are within the measurable range
(horizontal 4.5 m / 15 f, vertical 1.8 m / 5.9 f), i. e. a depth measurement can be
made and the reading is displayed along with peak signal strength

Depth measurement failed. Reset and wait a few seconds for the reading to
stabilise. A stable reading is indicated by an icon.

Operation

• Turn on the borescope as well as the locator.

• Before placing the transmitter in the target location, move the locator to check the signal strength

(see “Quick calibration”). Also check the depth measurement icon as well as the battery level.

• The lamp next to the power button for the transmitter should glow in green. If the lamp glows in
red, the battery voltage is insufficient and the instrument is not ready to work. The battery will last
no longer than 15 minutes when the red lamp starts glowing.

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• Move the locator carefully and do not change the height, if possible.

• Localisation every 5 m is recommended.

• To find the best signal strength, follow the arrows on the screen.

• When you come closer to the transmitter, the intervals of the beeping sound will become shorter.

• When you have reached the signal peak, turn the locator counterclockwise until the depth

measurement icon pops up. Then press the depth measurement key to get the result.

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Quick calibration

• Place the antenna of the locator approx. 100 cm / 3 f away from the transmitter.

• Check the signal strength.

• If the signal strength is below 60 %, press the reset key. Repeat these steps until the signal

strength is sufficient.

Technical specifications

Locator PCE-VE-LOC

Dimensions

L : 293.5 mm
W : 144 mm
H : 486.5 mm

Weight

2 kg

Power supply

3.7 V / 2000 mA Li battery

Power consumption

282 mA

Charging duration

3 … 4 h

Battery life

6 … 7 h

Power adaptor

5.5 V, 1.8 A

Humidity

95 % RH, non-condensing

Working temperature

-10 … 60 °C

Storage temperature

-20 … 80 °C

Drop resistance

60 cm

IP protection

IP55

Transmitter

Power supply

2 x AAA batteries

Power consumption

3.4 V / 230 mA

Battery life

Approx. 3 … 4 h

10 PCE-VE 390N

10.1 Safety instructions

• Do not use the camera cable to inspect fuel tanks or other environments with explosive or
inflammable atmospheres.

• When bending or rolling up the camera tube make sure that the bending diameter is more than
30 cm. Otherwise it can cause damage to the tube.

• Pay attention when pushing the camera tube in the object to be inspected or when pulling it back
out. The camera tube is a high-strength structure which can be used for pushing obstacles in
pipes. However, due to its rigidity, it might unwind from the carrying system when pulling it out.

• Do not expose the device to direct sunlight and store it in a cool, dry, sufficiently ventilated place.

• The display unit is not waterproof. Remove the display unit and the connector before cleaning the

camera tube and the carrying system.

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10.2 Technical specifications
Carrying system

Dimensions

490 x 450 x 60 mm

Weight

1222 g (without display unit and camera tube)

Camera tube

Length

10 m

Diameter

6 mm

Bending diameter

30 cm

Weight

100 g / meter

Camera head

Diameter

28 mm

Length

24.3 mm

Depth of field

10 mm … ∞

Field of view

150.8 °

Illumination

8 LEDs (white)

Environmental temperature

-10 … +70 °C

Protection class

IP 68 (10 m)

Pipe diameter

Ø 40 mm … Ø 100 mm

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10.3 System description

Carrying system

1. Neck strap

2. Carrying system

3. Hip belt

10.4 Getting started

Inserting the display unit

Insert the display unit into the carrying system as seen in the picture above.
Use the connecting cable to connect the display unit to the camera tube,
Roll up the camera tube on the carrying system.

Attaching and wearing the carrying straps

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Step 1 / 2:

• Attach the neck strap to one of the upper supports, put it around your neck and attach the other
end to the other upper support of the carrying system.

• Attach the hip belt to one of the lower supports, put it around your hip and attach the other end to
the other lower support of the carrying system.

Step 3:

• Turn on the device.

Step 4:

• Unwind the camera tube until you have reached the desired length.

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11 Disposal

For the disposal of batteries, the 2006/66/EC directive of the European Parliament applies. Due to the
contained pollutants, batteries must not be disposed of as household waste. They must be given to
collection points designed for that purpose.

In order to comply with the EU directive 2012/19/EU we take our devices back. We either re-use them or
give them to a recycling company which disposes of the devices in line with law.

If you have any questions, please contact PCE Instruments.

12 Contact

If you have any questions about our range of products or measuring instruments please contact PCE
Instruments.

12.1 PCE Instruments UK
By post:

PCE Instruments UK Ltd.
Unit 11 Southpoint Business Park
Ensign Way, Southampton
Hampshire

United Kingdom, SO31 4RF
By phone:

02380 987 035

12.2 PCE Americas
By post:

PCE Americas Inc.
711 Commerce Way
Suite 8
Jupiter
33458 FL
USA

By phone:
561 3209162