Trotec VSC206 Operating Manual

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OPERATING MANUAL

VIDEOSCOPE

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Table of contents

Notes regarding the operating manual................................. 1

Safety .....................................................................................1

You can download the current version of the operating manual
and the EU declaration of conformity via the following link:

Information about the device................................................3

Transport and storage...........................................................6

Operation ...............................................................................6

Software.................................................................................8

Errors and faults..................................................................10

Maintenance and repair ......................................................10

Disposal ...............................................................................10

Notes regarding the operating manual

Symbols

Warning of electrical voltage

This symbol indicates dangers to the life and health of
persons due to electrical voltage.

Warning

This signal word indicates a hazard with an average
risk level which, if not avoided, can result in serious
injury or death.

Caution

This signal word indicates a hazard with a low risk
level which, if not avoided, can result in minor or
moderate injury.

Note

This signal word indicates important information (e.g.
material damage), but does not indicate hazards.

Info

Information marked with this symbol helps you to carry
out your tasks quickly and safely.

Follow the manual

Information marked with this symbol indicates that the
operating manual must be observed.

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Safety

Read this manual carefully before starting or using the
device. Always store the manual in the immediate vicinity
of the device or its site of use!

Warning
Read all safety warnings and all instructions.

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may
result in electric shock, fire and/ or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.

This appliance can be used by children aged from
8years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and
user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.

• Do not use the device in potentially explosive rooms.

• Do not use the device in aggressive atmosphere.

• Protect the device from permanent direct sunlight.

• Do not remove any safety signs, stickers or labels from the
device. Keep all safety signs, stickers and labels in legible
condition.

• Do not open the device with a tool.

Intended use

Only use the device for the visualization of objects.

To use the device for its intended use, only use accessories and
spare parts which have been approved by Trotec.

Improper use

Do not use the device in potentially explosive areas. Never use
the device on persons or animals. Trotec accepts no liability for
damages resulting from improper use. In such a case, any
warranty claims will be voided. Any unauthorised modifications,
alterations or structural changes to the device are forbidden.

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Personnel qualifications

People who use this device must:

• have read and understood the operating manual, especially
the Safety chapter.

Residual risks

Hazardous electric current

Work on the electrical components must only be
carried out by an electrically skilled person or an
authorised specialist company.

Warning of electrical voltage

There is a risk of a short-circuit due to liquids
penetrating the housing!
Do not immerse the device and the accessories in
water. Make sure that no water or other liquids can
enter the housing.

Warning of electrical voltage

Work on the electrical components must only be
carried out by an authorised specialist company!

Warning of electrical voltage

Before any work on the device, remove the mains plug
from the mains socket and the battery from the device!
Hold onto the mains plug while pulling the power cable
out of the mains socket.

Note

To prevent damages to the device, do not expose it to
extreme temperatures, extreme humidity or moisture.

Note

To prevent water damages to the device, please
observe the different types of protection of the housing
and the gooseneck probe.
The housing is splash-proof (IP54), the gooseneck
probe can be immersed in water (IP67, 1 m / 30 min).

Note

Using the device continuously over several hours
causes an increased heat generation in the LEDs in the
probe tip. To increase the lifetime of both the LEDs and
the imaging sensor we recommend allowing the device
to cool down at ambient temperatures for at least 10 to
15 minutes with the power switched off after a long
period of use.

Note

Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents to clean the
device.

Warning of explosive substances

Do not expose the battery to temperatures above 45
°C! Do not let the battery come into contact with water
or fire! Avoid direct sunlight and moisture. There is a
risk of explosion!

Warning

Risk of suffocation!
Do not leave the packaging lying around. Children may
use it as a dangerous toy.

Warning

The device is not a toy and does not belong in the
hands of children.

Warning

Dangers can occur at the device when it is used by
untrained people in an unprofessional or improper way!
Observe the personnel qualifications!

Caution

Keep a sufficient distance from heat sources.

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Information about the device

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Device description

The device VSC206 serves for inspecting concealed machine
components and poorly accessible or inaccessible hollows.

A high-resolution camera and a moveable camera head with an
adjustable, bright LED illumination are available for the display
and capturing/recording of images and videos.

The device's functions can be controlled via an integrated
operator software.

The recordings and measurements can be stored on an SD card
and transmitted via a USB interface.

Device depiction

No. Designation

1 Display

2 Power button

3 Probe cable

4 Camera head with 4-way articulation

5 Battery compartment with battery holder

6 Operating elements with joystick

7 Photo/OK button

8 USB interface

9 Power adapter connection

10 AV output

11 SD card slot

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Control panel

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No. Designation

12 Play button

13 Video button

14 Zoom button

15 Joystick

16 Brightness button

17 Menu button

18 Up/Down button

Display

No. Display element

19 Image Mode current image mode (photo/video)

20 Battery battery state of charge

21 Zoom current zoom factor

22 Time/date stamp indicates the current date/time

23 SD card SD card inserted

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Technical data

Parameter Value

Model

Article number 3.510.009.630

System Type of lighting 6 white LEDs (colour temperature 5,000 to

Probe Dimensions Length 2 m, ø 6 mm

Camera Image sensor CMOS

Control software Operator guidance Simple interactive menu control, menu

Ambient conditions Temperature -10 °C to +50 °C

Physical characteristics Construction ABS housing with integrated bumpers

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6,000 K)

Luminous intensity 40,000 lux

White balance Default setting ex works

Brightness control Manually adjustable

LCD display 3.5 inch TFT LCD (640 x 480 px [VGA])

Memory Slot for removable SDcard (max. 32GB)

File formats JPEG image format, AVI video format

Power supply 4xLR6AA, 1.5V or 4xNi-MHbatteries,

1.2V; power adapter (input: AC100V to
240V, 50/60Hz, 0.2A, output: DC5V,

1.0A)

Operating time ≤ 2 h

Design Exterior: stainless steel wire mesh for high

torsional stability, inner layer: polyurethane
on steel spiral

Bending up / down / left / right ≈ 120°

Type of protection IP67 (water-proof to 1 m / 30 min)

Resolution 350,000 pixels

Field of vision 90°

Camera head Stainless steel with titanium coating

Zoom 5x digital

navigation via joystick

Available menu languages German, English, French

Software functions System settings, video settings, memory

functions

Humidity < 90 % RH

Type of protection

IP54

(housing)

Dimensions 265 x 100 x 125 mm

Weight 590 g (incl. batteries)

Scope of delivery

• 1 x Videoscope VSC206

• 4 x NI-MH batteries, 1.2 V

• 1 x Transport case

• 1 x Power adapter

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• 1 x Battery charger with mains plug

• 1 x Quick guide

• 1 x SD card

• 1 x LCD cleaning cloth

Transport and storage

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Operation

Note

If you store or transport the device improperly, the
device may be damaged.
Note the information regarding transport and storage of
the device.

Transport

For transporting the device, use the transport case included in
the scope of delivery in order to protect the device from external
influences.

The supplied Li-ion batteries are subjects to the requirements of
dangerous goods legislation.

Observe the following when transporting or shipping Li-ion
batteries:

• The user may transport the batteries by road without any
additional requirements.

• If transport is carried out by third parties (e.g. air transport
or forwarding company), special requirements as to
packaging and labelling must be observed. This includes
consulting a dangerous goods specialist when preparing
the package.

– Only ship batteries if their housing is undamaged.
– Mask open terminals with tape and pack the battery in

a way that it cannot move inside the packaging.

– Please also observe any other national regulations.

Inserting the batteries

Note

Make sure that the surface of the device is dry and the
device is switched off.

1. Remove the cover(24) from the battery compartment by
sliding it in the direction of the arrow.

ð The cover is firmly attached to the battery compartment.

2. Take out the battery holder(25).

ð Remove any used batteries.

3. Insert the batteries in the battery holder with correct
polarity.

Storage

When the device is not being used, observe the following
storage conditions:

• dry and protected from frost and heat

• protected from dust and direct sunlight

• For storing the device, use the transport case included in
the scope of delivery in order to protect the device from
external influences.

• The storage temperature is the same as the range given in
the Technical data chapter.

• When storing the device for an extended period of time,
remove the batteries.

Note

Alternatively, the device can be operated with the
power adapter connected. For this purpose, connect
the supplied power adapter with the connector(9).

Note

Only use the supplied power adapter or a power
adapter with identical specifications! An unsuitable
power adapter can cause damage to the device!

Inserting the SD card

1. Open the rubber tab on the left side of the device.

2. Insert the SD card in the SD card slot(11).

3. Slightly press down the SD card until it engages.

4. Close the rubber tab.

Switching on and off

1. Briefly press the Power button(2).

ð The display is switched on.
ð The device is ready for operation.

2. Press the Power button(2) for approx. 3 seconds.
ð The device switches off.

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Aligning/moving the camera

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Please note that the surface of the netting at the probe
exterior may fray over time depending on the
mechanical stress (e.g. when in contact with sharp­edged objects). This does not constitute a defect of the
device but normal wear and tear, which cannot be
avoided.

1. Use the joystick(15) to move the camera(4) in the desired
direction.

Taking a picture

1. Press the Up/Down button(18) to switch into photo mode.

ð A camera symbol is displayed in the top left corner

while in photo mode(19).

2. Press the Photo/OK button(7).

ð The picture is taken.

Deleting pictures or videos

1. Press the Play button(12).
ð The videoscope switches to picture view.

2. Press the Up/Down button(18) or the brightness

button(16) until the desired recording is displayed.

3. Press the Menu button(17).
ð The submenu Delete will be displayed.

Recording a video

1. Press the Up/Down button(18) to switch into video mode.
ð A video symbol is displayed in the top left corner while

in video mode(19).

2. Press the video button(13).

ð The videoscope switches to recording mode.
ð The recording is started.

3. Press the video button(13) again.
ð The recording is stopped.

Viewing recordings

1. Press the Play button(12).
ð The videoscope switches to picture view.

2. Press the Up/Down button(18).

ð The different recordings will be displayed on the screen.
ð Press the Zoom button(14) to see a preview of up to six

pictures/videos. Press the Zoom button(14) again to exit
the preview mode.

ð Press the Play button(12) to play a video or, if

necessary, to pause.

3. Press the video button(13).

ð The picture view is stopped.
ð The videoscope switches back to recoding mode.

4. Select the desired setting:

ð Press Delete File to delete the file.
ð Press Delete All to delete all files.
ð Press Exit to cancel the process.

5. Press the Photo/OK button(7).
ð The submenu Delete File will be displayed.

6. Confirm the selection by pressing the Photo/OK button(7).

ð The selected action is executed.
ð The videoscope switches to picture view.

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Software

Setting the resolution

1. Press the Menu button(17).
ð The selection menu will be displayed.

2. Select the menu item Resolution by use of the Up/Down

button(18).

3. Confirm the selection by pressing the Photo/OK button(7).
ð The submenu Resolution will be displayed.

Setting the date and time

1. Press the Menu button(17).
ð The selection menu will be displayed.

2. Select the menu item Set Date/Time by use of the Up/

Down button(18).

3. Confirm the selection by pressing the Photo/OK button(7).

ð The submenu Set Date/Time will be displayed.
ð The date is indicated in year/month/day format.

4. Use the Up/Down button(18) to select the desired
resolution:

ð Press QVGA to set a high resolution.
ð Press D1 to set a normal resolution.

5. Confirm the selection by pressing the Photo/OK button(7).

4. Use the Up/Down button(18) or the Brightness button(16)
to select the desired year.

5. Press the Zoom button(14).

ð The field for the month is now enabled.
ð The settings are made as described for the year.

6. Repeat steps 4. and 5. until time and date are set.

7. Press the Photo/OK button(7).

ð The settings will be saved.

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Setting the time stamp

1. Press the Menu button(17).
ð The selection menu will be displayed.

Formatting an SD card

1. Press the Menu button(17).
ð The selection menu will be displayed.

2. Select the menu item Time Stamp by use of the Up/Down
button(18).

3. Confirm the selection by pressing the Photo/OK button(7).

ð The submenu Time Stamp will be displayed.

4. Use the Up/Down button(18) to select the desired setting:

ð Press On to enable the time stamp.
ð Press Off to disable the time stamp.

5. Confirm the selection by pressing the Photo/OK button(7).

ð The time stamp will be set and the selection menu will

be displayed.

2. Select the menu item Format by use of the Up/Down
button(18).

3. Confirm the selection by pressing the Photo/OK button(7).

ð The submenu Format will be displayed.

4. Use the Up/Down button(18) to select the desired setting.

ð If you press Yes, the SD card will be formatted.
ð If you press No, the SD card will not be formatted.

5. Confirm the selection by pressing the Photo/OK button(7).

ð The process will be executed and the selection menu

will be displayed.

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Set language

Li-Ion

1. Press the Menu button(17).
ð The selection menu will be displayed.

2. Select the menu item Language by use of the Up/Down

button(18).

3. Confirm the selection by pressing the Photo/OK button(7).
ð The submenu Language will be displayed.

Maintenance and repair

Charging the battery

Charge the battery when the battery indication(20) flashes red.
Only use the supplied power adapter or a power adapter with
identical specifications for charging the batteries!

Info

You can supply the device with electricity via the power
adapter. To do so, connect the cable of the supplied
power adapter to the corresponding connection(9).

Alternatively, you can use spare batteries (type see technical
data).

Cleaning

Clean the device with a soft, damp and lint-free cloth. Ensure
that no moisture enters the housing. Do not use any sprays,
solvents, alcohol-based cleaning agents or abrasive cleaners,
but only clean water to moisten the cloth.

Repair

Do not modify the device or install any spare parts. For repairs
or device testing, contact the manufacturer.

4. Use the Up/Down button(18) to select the desired

language.

5. Confirm the selection by pressing the Photo/OK button(7).
ð The desired language will be set and the selection menu

will be displayed.

Errors and faults

The device has been checked for proper functioning several
times during production. If malfunctions occur nonetheless,
check the device according to the following list.

For repairs or device testing, contact the manufacturer.

Disposal

The icon with the crossed-out waste bin on waste
electrical or electronic equipment stipulates that this equipment
must not be disposed of with the household waste at the end of
its life. You will find collection points for free return of waste
electrical and electronic equipment in your vicinity. The
addresses can be obtained from your municipality or local
administration. For further return options provided by us please
refer to our website www.trotec24.com.

The separate collection of waste electrical and electronic
equipment aims to enable the re-use, recycling and other forms
of recovery of waste equipment as well as to prevent negative
effects for the environment and human health caused by the
disposal of hazardous substances potentially contained in the
equipment.

In the European Union, batteries and accumulators must not be
treated as domestic waste, but must be disposed of
professionally in accordance with Directive 2006/66/EC of the
European Parliament and of the Council of 6September 2006
on batteries and accumulators. Please dispose of batteries and
accumulators according to the relevant legal requirements.

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