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Trotec VSC3008 Operating Manual

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VSC3008
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OPERATING MANUAL
VIDEOSCOPE
TRT-BA-VSC3008-TC-003-EN
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Table of contents

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

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.
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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.
Follow the manual
Information marked with this symbol indicates that the operating manual must be observed.
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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. Do not use the control unit with display underwater. 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.

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
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.
Note
To prevent damages to the device, do not expose it to extreme temperatures, extreme humidity or moisture.
Note
Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents to clean the device.

Information about the device

Device description

The device VSC3008 serves for inspecting concealed machine components and poorly accessible or inaccessible hollows.
A high-resolution camera and a moveable camera head with a very 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.
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.
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.
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Device depiction

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No. Designation
1 Display
2 Probe cable
3 Fully flexible camera head
4 Battery with charger/power adapter connector
5 Operating elements
6 Slot for SD card
7 Audio/video signal output
8 Port for a mini USB cable
9 Connector for the power adapter
Operating elements
No. Designation Meaning
10 Video button Starts or stops video recording.
11 Brightness button Controls the light intensity at the
camera head.
12 Photo button Taking a photo
13 Cursor Controls the camera orientation and
the menu.
14 Padlock button Locking the camera head in the
current position
15 On/ Off/ Menu/
Backbutton
Switching the device on and off, calling up the main menu, leaving a menu
16 Zoom button Zooming in on the screen (1x, 2x, 3x)
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Technical data

Parameter Value
Model
Article number 3.510.009.640
System Type of lighting 6white LEDs (colour temperature 5,000 to
Probe Dimensions length 3m, ø 8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 50,000 lux
White balance 4setting options (automatic, sunlight,
clouded, artificial light)
Brightness control manually adjustable
LCD display 4.3-inch TFT LCD (800x 480px [Wide VGA])
Interfaces USB, analogue video (HDTV)
Memory slot for removable SDcard (max. 32GB)
File formats JPEG image format, AVI video format
Power supply 5V lithium polymer battery pack; power
adapter (input: AC 100V to 240V 50/60Hz,
0.2A, output: DC 5V, 1.0A)
Operating time > 4h
Design exterior: tungsten wire mesh for high
torsional strength, inner layer: polyurethane on steel spiral
Bending up/ down/ left/ right≈ 120°
Type of protection IP67, oil-resistant
Resolution 440,000 pixels
Field of vision 130°
Camera head stainless steel with titanium coating
Zoom 3x digital
navigation via joystick
Available menu languages German, English, French
Software functions system settings, video settings, memory
functions
Humidity <90%RH
Type of protection (housing) IP54
Dimensions 410 x 154 x 80 mm
Weight 960g (incl. batteries)
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Scope of delivery
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• 1 x Videoscope VSC3008
• 1 x Battery pack 5V DC
• 1 x Transport case
• 1 x Power adapter/charger
• 1 x AVcable
• 1 x Quick guide
• 1 x SD card
• 1 x LCD cleaning cloth

Transport and storage

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.

Operation

Inserting the battery pack
Before using the device for the first time, it may be necessary to insert the battery pack.
Note
Make sure that the surface of the device is dry and the device is switched off.
1. Observing the correct orientation, push the battery pack into the device until it engages.
Note
Alternatively, the device can be operated with the power adapter connected. For this purpose, connect the supplied power adapter with the connector(17).
Inserting the SD card

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,
1. Open the rubber tab on the left side of the device.
remove the batteries.
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2. Insert the SDcard in the SDcard slot(6).
ð The printed side of the SDcard should point up and the
rounded corner to the bottom right.
3. Slightly press down the SDcard until it engages.
4. Close the rubber tab.
Switch-on
1. Press the power button(15) for approx. 5s.
ð An acoustic signal will be emitted three times. The
display will be switched on and the device ready for operation.
Aligning/moving/holding the camera
Note
Avoid pulling on the probe cable while the lock is enabled. The camera head and the cable may get damaged! The camera head is held in position by the lock(padlock symbol) and can thus inadvertently become a barbed hook.
Info
If the position of the camera head is maintained for at least three seconds via the cursor, the lock is automatically activated!
1. Use the cursor(13) to move the camera(3) in the desired direction.
2. Hold the cursor in this position and press the padlock button(14).
ð The camera head is fixed in its position. ð A padlock appears on the display. ð The cursor(13) is locked.
3. Press the padlock button(14) to unlock the camera head.
ð The camera head moves back to a neutral position. ð The padlock symbol on the display disappears.
Note
Always carry out this HOME function before pulling the probe cable out of the inspected hollow space to prevent the camera head from getting caught, and thus to avoid damage to the Bowden cables in the probe cable!
Taking a picture
1. Press the photo button(12).
ð The picture is taken and saved.
Recording a video
1. Press the video button(10).
ð The videoscope switches to recording mode. ð The recording is started. ð A video camera symbol appears in the top left of the
display.
2. Press the video button(10) again. ð The recording is stopped.
Viewing recordings
1. Press the cursor for approx. 5s.
ð The browser for recordings opens. ð By moving the cursor up/down or to the right/left you
can navigate through the browser.
2. By moving the cursor to the right/left you can move from
one image/video file to the next.
ð Open the desired file by slightly pressing the cursor. ð Start a video file by slightly pressing the cursor again. ð Stop the video file by pressing the zoom button(16).
3. To return to the live image mode briefly press the power
button(15) once.
Zooming in a recording
1. To magnify a recording, press the zoom button(16). ð In this mode, magnifications of up to three times are
possible.
2. By moving the cursor up/down or to the right/left you can
navigate through the magnified image until reaching the desired spot.
3. To exit the zoom mode briefly press the power button(15)
once.
Cutting an image
1. By pressing the cursor in the zoom mode you can cut out
the selected part of the magnified image.
Deleting a file
1. When the file is open, press the cursor for approx.3s. ð Another submenu opens asking you whether or not to
delete the selected files (YES/NO).
Switch-off
1. Press the power button(15) for approx. 2s. ð The device switches off.
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Software

The device has various setting options which can be accessed via an operator software.
The main menu consists of two submenus allowing to adjust the basic device settings and the photo/video settings.
1. Press the menu/back button(15). ð The photo/video settings submenu is displayed.
2. To switch between the two submenus, move the
cursor(13) to the left or right.
3. To select a menu, press the cursor(13).
4. To leave a menu, press the menu/back button(15).
Photo and video settings submenu
The submenu offers the following options:
Setting Function
White Balance Setting the white balance
AGC Setting the image gain
Exposure Setting the exposure
Image Mode Setting the image mode
FPS Setting the refresh rate
Screen Brightness Setting the display brightness
Screen Contrast Setting the display contrast
Image Proportion Setting the display format
Auto Save Switching automatic saving on or off
Setting the white balance
1. Use the cursor(13) to select the White Balance option.
2. Press the cursor to open the White Balance menu.
3. Select the desired setting using the cursor(13): ð Press Auto to select the setting for an automatic
adjustment.
ð Press TypeA to select the setting for sunny daylight. ð Press TypeB to select the setting for cloudy daylight. ð Press TypeC to select the setting for artificial light.
4. Press the cursor(13) to confirm your selection.
Setting the image gain(AGC)
1. Use the cursor to select the AGC option.
2. Press the cursor to open the AGC menu.
3. Select the desired setting using the cursor(13): ð Press Auto to select the setting for an automatic
adjustment.
ð Press x4 to select the setting 4-fold. ð Press x8 to select the setting 8-fold. ð Press x16 to select the setting 16-fold.
4. Press the cursor(13) to confirm your selection.
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Setting the exposure
1. Use the cursor(13) to select the Exposure option.
2. Press the cursor to open the Exposure menu.
Setting the display brightness
1. Use the cursor(13) to select the Screen Brightness option.
2. Press the cursor to open the Screen Brightness menu.
3. Select the desired setting using the cursor(13).
4. Press the cursor to confirm your selection.
Setting the image mode
1. Use the cursor(13) to select the Image Mode option.
2. Press the cursor to open the Image Mode menu.
3. Select the desired setting using the cursor(13).
4. Press the cursor to confirm your selection.
Setting the refresh rate
1. Use the cursor(13) to select the FPS option.
2. Press the cursor to open the FPS menu.
3. Select the desired value using the cursor(13).
4. Press the cursor to confirm your selection.
Setting the display contrast
1. Use the cursor(13) to select the Screen Contrast option.
2. Press the cursor to open the Screen Contrast menu.
3. Select the desired value using the cursor(13).
4. Press the cursor(13) to confirm your selection.
Setting the display format
1. Use the cursor to select the Image Proportion option.
2. Press the cursor to open the Image Proportion menu.
3. Select the desired setting using the cursor(13).
4. Press the cursor to confirm your selection.
3. Select the desired setting using the cursor.
4. Press the cursor to confirm your selection.
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Setting Auto Save
1. Use the cursor(13) to select the Auto Save option.
2. Press the cursor to open the Auto Save menu.
Setting date and time
1. Use the cursor(13) to select the Date& Time option.
2. Press the cursor to open the Date & Time menu.
3. Select the desired setting using the cursor(13).
4. Press the cursor to confirm your selection.
System settings submenu
The submenu offers the following options:
Setting Function
Date and time Setting the date and time
Language Setting the menu language
Format Formatting the SD card
Power frequency Selecting power frequency 50Hz or
60Hz
Sounds Setting the sounds
TV System Selecting NTSC or PAL
Automatic shutdown Selecting automatic shutdown to
save energy
Firmware Update Updating the system software
3. Move the cursor to the left or right to select the year, date
or time.
ð The current selection is highlighted by a square.
4. Move the cursor(13) up or down to set the value for the
current selection.
5. Repeat steps3 and 4 until the date and time are set as
desired.
6. Press the cursor(13) to confirm the settings.
Setting the menu language
1. Use the cursor(13) to select the Language option.
2. Press the cursor to open the Language menu.
3. Select the desired menu language using the cursor(13).
4. Press the cursor to confirm your selection.
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Formatting the SD card
Note
If you format the SD card, all image data (photos and videos) will be deleted!
1. Use the cursor(13) to select the Format option.
2. Press the cursor to open the Format menu.
3. Select the desired setting using the cursor.
4. Press the cursor to confirm your selection.
Setting the power frequency
1. Use the cursor(13) to select the Power frequency option.
2. Press the cursor to open the Power frequency menu.
Setting the signal sounds
1. Use the cursor(13) to select the Sounds option.
2. Press the cursor to open the Sounds menu.
3. Select the desired setting using the cursor: ð Press Shutter to switch the shutter sound for image
recordings on or off.
ð Press Start_up sound to select or switch off the melody
for system start.
ð Press Beep to switch the button sounds on or off. ð Press Volume to adjust the volume.
4. Press the cursor to confirm your selection.
Setting the TV system
This setting must be made before transferring an image from the device to a monitor. Please note that the monitor must support the PAL or NTSC format.
1. Use the cursor(13) to select the TVSystem option.
2. Press the cursor to open the TVSystem menu.
3. Select the desired setting using the cursor.
4. Press the cursor to confirm your selection.
3. Select the compatible setting for your monitor using the
cursor.
4. Press the cursor to confirm your selection.
5. If necessary, make the required settings at the monitor.
6. Connect the device to the monitor via the supplied
AVcable and the AVoutput(7).
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Selecting automatic shutdown
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In this mode, the device will switch off automatically after a specified period of time if no menu navigations or device activities were carried out during this period.
1. Use the cursor(13) to select the Automatic shutdown option.
2. Press the cursor to open the Automatic shutdown menu.
3. Select the desired setting using the cursor:
ð Press OFF to deactivate automatic shutdown. ð Press 5min to set an automatic switch-off after
5minutes.
ð Press 10 min to set an automatic switch-off after
10minutes.
ð Press 15 min to set an automatic switch-off after
15minutes.
4. Press the cursor to confirm your selection.
Update firmware
Info
The firmware should only be updated after consultation with the dealer or manufacturer. The firmware update must have been loaded onto the inserted SD card beforehand. The firmware update must not be located in a subfolder.
1. Use the cursor(13) to select the Firmware Update option.
2. Press the cursor to open the Firmware Update menu.

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.

Maintenance and repair

Charging the battery

Before using the device for the first time, it may be necessary to charge the battery.
• The battery can either be inserted in the device or removed for charging.
• If the battery is inserted, the device should be switched off during charging.
1. Plug the power adapter into the connector at the battery pack(17).
2. Plug the power adapter into the socket.
ð The battery is charging.
Info
The power adapter may become hot during charging of the battery pack, particularly if the videoscope is operated while the power adapter is connected. This is normal and does not affect its functioning.
Changing the battery
Note
Make sure that the surface of the device is dry and the device is switched off.
3. Select the desired setting using the cursor.
4. Press the cursor to confirm your selection.
1. Press the button(18) at the rear of the battery pack.
2. Hold the button and pull the battery pack out of the device.
3. Push the new battery pack into the device until it engages.
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Cleaning

Li-Ion
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.

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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+49 2452 962-400 +49 2452 962-200
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