manual xlpro english

USERS MANUALUSERS MANUALVersion 4.2

1PREFACECongratulations! You now have the most advanced technology available for remote visual inspection. The VideoProbe XL PRO puts the advantages of video inspection technology into a single, convenient carrying case and is in keeping with our continuing goal to bring you the most current technology in a product that is practical in the work place. Thank you for your business.

Overview of ManualThis manual gives you the information you need to operate and maintain the VideoProbe XL PRO. This manual was developed for users of all levels to learn, operate and maintain their XL PRO.

This manual was designed to make operator referenc-ing easier and quicker, and as such is restricted in scope to instruction on operation of the system. Should you have a question beyond the scope of this manual, please call your local sales representative or our customer service department (listed on back), either of whom will be happy to assist you.

SYSTEM SYMBOL DESCRIPTION

DESCRIPTION DES SYMBOLES

10AF 250V

CAUTION: REFER TO USERS MANUAL

CAUTION: SURFACES MAY BE HOT

FUSE INFORMATION: REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME TYPE AND RATING

ATTENTION : REPORTEZ-VOUS AU MANUEL DE LUTILISATEUR

ATTENTION : LES SURFACES PEUVENT TRE CHAUDES

INFORMATION SUR LE FUSIBLE : REMPLACEZ UNIQUEMENT AVEC LE MME TYPE ET LA MME CAPACIT.10AF 250V

2Table of Contents

System Symbol Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Warnings and Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Helpful Hints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 VideoProbe nomenclature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 VideoProbe XL PRO system components summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Features and Benefits by Model . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 PXL Series - XL PRO Base System . . . . . . . . . . . 11 PXLD Series - XL PRO Digital System . . . . . . . . . 13 PXLA Series- XL PRO Advanced Digital System . 15 PXLM Series - XL PRO Measurement System . . . 16 PLUS Series - XL PRO Enhanced Image & Video . . . Capture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

System Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Accessories Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Attaching Peripheral Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Detachable Probe Tip Optics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Attachment and Removal of Tip Optics . . . . . . 20 7mm Internal Working Channel Feature . . . . . . . 25

How to Operate the XL PRO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .How to Operate the XL PRO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .How to Operate the XL PRO 26 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Processor/Light Source Based Controls . . . . . . . 26 Power On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Brightness Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Audio Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Video Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Keyboard Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 USB Streaming Video Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 CompactFlash Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 3.5 in Floppy Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

VideoProbe XL PRO Handpiece Controls . . . . . . . 29 Joystick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Steer-and-Stay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Image Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Freeze Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Invert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

On-Screen Menu Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Image Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 FlashPath Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Image and Video Storage - XL PRO Plus . . . . 36 Image Save . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Annotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Audio Annotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Text Annotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Still Image Annotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Live Image Annotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Arrow Annotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Main Menu Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Split Screen Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Long Exposure Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Mode Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Singleview Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Video Record Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 File Manager Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Recall Image, Video and audio . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Video Playback Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Copy to A:\ Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Delete Images Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Folder Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Erase A: Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Graphics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Time/Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Measure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Temp Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Lamp Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 System Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Update Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Measurement Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Feature Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Measurement Accuracy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 PROVIEW (Cursor placement aid) . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 ShadowProbe Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Operational Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Distance Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Skew Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Depth Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Point-to-Line Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Area Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Multi-Segment Length Measurements . . . . . . 80 Circle Gauge Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 StereoProbe Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Stereo Measurement Accuracy . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Operational Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Length Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Point-to-Line Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Depth Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Area Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Multi-Segment Length Measurements . . . . . . 91 Comparison Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Length Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Point-to-Line Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Area Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Multi-Segment Length Measurements . . . . . . 94 Circle Gauge Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

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4PC Based iVIEWPC Based iVIEWPC Based iV /PC Re-MeasurementIEW/PC Re-MeasurementIEW . . . . . . . 95

Battery/DC Power Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

User Serviceable Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Changing Arc Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 AC and DC Fuse Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

Storage and Shipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Warranty 103

Appendices

Appendix A Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Appendix B Agency Certifications . . . . . . . . . 108 Appendix C Probe Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Appendix D Optional Accessories & Parts . . . 124 Appendix E Instructions for Measurement Verification Block . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Appendix F Chemical Compatibility . . . . . . . . 128 Appendix G Creating a LOGO Bitmap File . . . 129

5WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

READ: To ensure operator safety, be sure to read and understand this Operators Manual before using the system.

POSSIBLE EXPLOSION HAZARD: Do not use in explosive environments.

ACCESSORIES: The accessories listed in the latest version of this manual are the only accessories that the manufacturer considers to be suitable for use with this product.

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD: The top cover of the Processor Light Source should never be removed. Electrical shock hazard exists due to high internal voltage. There are no user serviceable parts inside the Processor Light Source except for the lamp and fuse, which are accessible through the bottom and back panel, respectively. Refer all service to listed Service Centers (see SERVICE).

VENTILATION: The Processor/Light Source (PLS) must have adequate ventilation to prevent overheating. Do not cover or drape the Processor Light Source. To ensure adequate airflow, be sure to provide a 3 inch (7.6cm) distance between the Light Source chassis and any solid objects. Do not place on a soft surface that can result in the bottom ventilation holes being blocked. Operation with the PLS installed in the ship-ping case is the preferred operational configuration.

FUSES: Replace fuses as marked. See Fuse Replacement section.

LAMP REPLACEMENT: Use caution when replacing the lamp, it may be hot. Only use EverestVIT lamp part number: PXA101 for lamp replacement. Refer to Lamp Replacement section.

DO NOT OPERATE PROCESSOR/LIGHT SOURCE (PLS) WITHOUT LAMP CONNECTED TO LAMP CONNECTOR, DAMAGE TO THE PLS MAY RESULT.

EARTH GROUND REQUIRED / WARNING, ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD: Proper use of this product requires the presence of a protective earth ground path at the A/C power source. Use of two-conductor extension cords or any other action that may result in the loss of this ground path are in viola-tion of the products safe operating requirements.

Warning: ULTRAVIOLET, INFRARED, AND INTENSE VISIBLE RADIATION EMITTED FROM THE LAMP SOURCE. SKIN OR EYE INJURY MAY RESULT. 1. Avoid exposure of eyes and skin to lamp and fiber

bundle output while in operation. 2. Do not operate the light source without the power

plug/fiber optic cable installed. 3. Turn off the light source or turn the brightness con-

trol to minimum when changing the optical tips at the end of the insertion tube.

6 WARNING: Always turn off Processor/Light Source before disconnecting VideoProbe power plug from the Processor/Light Source to reduce Risk of High Intensity Light Exposure To Eyes!

WARNING: Use of any piece of this equipment in a manner not specified by the manufacturer may impair the products ability to protect the user from harm.

WARNING: The VideoProbe XL PRO and its working tools should never come in direct contact with any voltage or current source. Damage to the equipment and/or electrical shock to the operator may result!

The XL PRO may be disconnected from the AC power mains supply by disconnecting the power cord from the mains power source.

AVERTISSEMENTS ET PRCAUTIONS DEMPLOI

LISEZ : Pour assurer la scurit de loprateur, prenez bien soin de lire et de comprendre ce manuel de lutilisateur avant de vous servir de lappareil.

DANGER DEXPLOSION POSSIBLE : Nutilisez pas dans des milieux dflagrants.

ACCESSOIRES : Les accessoires numrs dans le prsent manuel sont les seuls accessoires que le fa-bricant considre appropris lusage de ce produit.

DANGER DE DCHARGE LECTRIQUE : Le couvercle du dessus de la source de lumire et de traitement ne devrait jamais tre enlev. Il existe un danger de dcharge lectrique cause dune tension interne leve. Il ny a pas de parties rparables par lusager dans la source de lumire et de traitement sauf la lampe et le fusible, qui sont accessibles par les faces du dessous et de larrire. Confiez toutes les rparations aux Centres de services mentionns (voir SERVICE).

VENTILATION : La source de lumire et de traitement doit bnficier dune bonne ventilation pour viter la surchauffe. Ne couvrez ou nenveloppez pas la source de lumire et de traitement. Pour assurer un coulement de lair adquat, ne manquez pas de laisser un espace de 3 po (7,6 cm) entre le botier de la source de lumire et tout objet solide. Ne dposez pas sur une surface molle, ce qui pourrait rsulter dans un blocage des trous de ventilation du dessous.

FUSIBLES : Remplacez les fusibles comme cela vous est indiqu. Reportez-vous la section portant sur le Remplacement du fusible.

7 REMPLACEMENT DE LA LAMPE : Faites preuve de prudence au moment de remplacer la lampe, elle pourrait tre chaude. Nutilisez que le n de pice de lampe EverestVIT PXA101 pour son remplace-ment. Reportez-vous la section portant sur le Remplacement de la lampe.

NE FAITES PAS FONCTIONNER LA SOURCE DE LUMIRE ET DE TRAITEMENT SANS AVOIR BRANCH LA LAMPE AU CONNECTEUR DE LAMPE.

MISE LA TERRE OBLIGATOIRE / AVERTISSEMENT, DANGER DE DCHARGE LECTRIQUE : Une utili-sation approprie du prsent produit ncessite la prsence dun trajet protecteur de mise la terre raccord la source de courant alternatif. Lutilisation de cordons rallonge deux conducteurs ou toute autre action qui risque dentraner la disparition de ce trajet de mise la terre enfreint les rgles dusage scuritaire du produit.

ATTENTION : LES MISSIONS DULTRAVIOLETS ET DINFRAROUGE ET LINTENSIT LUMINEUSE DU GNRATEUR DE LUMIRE SONT SUSCEPTIBLES DE CAUSER DES DOMMAGES AUX YEUX ET LA PEAU.1. Ne pas exposer les yeux et/ou la peau lclairage

de la lampe et/ou la fibre optique pendant le fonc-tionnement de lappareil

2. Ne pas mettre en route le gnrateur de lumire sans avoir connect la sonde

3. Eteindre le gnrateur de lumire lorsque vous voulez changer les objectifs de visualisation et/ou de mtrologie lextrmit de la sonde camra

AVERTISSEMENT : teignez toujours la source de lumire et de traitement avant den dbrancher la fiche dalimentation VideoProbe pour rduire le risque dexposition des yeux la lumire haute intensit !

AVERTISSEMENT : Lutilisation de toute pice de cet quipement dune faon non dcrite par le fabricant risque de nuire la capacit du produit de protger lutilisateur contre des blessures.

AVERTISSEMENT : La sonde VideoProbe XL PRO et ses pices dquipement ne devraient jamais entrer en contact direct avec une source de tension ou de courant quelconque. Cela pourrait endommager lquipement, provoquer llectrocution de loprateur ou les deux vnements pourraient sensuivre !

La sonde XL PRO peut tre dbranche de lalimentation secteur en alternatif en dsaccouplant le cordon dalimentation de la source dalimentation secteur.

8HELPFUL HINTS

The electronic joystick has a different feel than the conventional mechanical knobs and a few min-utes practice will enhance your understanding of its advantages. Practice fine tip movements by moving the joystick small amounts and pausing to observe on the monitor the time required for the electronics to respond.

Maximize articulation capability by minimizing the coiling of unused insertion tube length. Bends in the insertion tube decrease the effectiveness of the push-pull steering cable mechanism.

Tip articulation can generally be increased by straightening the probe to its full length, holding the distal end of stiff insertion tube (just before articula-tion section), and shaking it vigorously to loosen clumped lubricant throughout the tube length. Do not stress the articulation section during this operation!

Be sure to notice the view orientation advantage of the monitor compared to an eyepiece. Regardless of how the probe has been rotated or turned, forward movement of the joystick always directs the view on the monitor up. Similarly, a backward movement always looks further down, left looks left and right looks right (Up/Down is reversed when using a side view tip). Understanding this consistent orientation of the joystick to monitor images makes manipulation of the tip much easier than it has been in the past.

Get longer life from your Processor/Light Source lamp by avoiding frequent turning on and off.

If the probe ever becomes difficult to insert into its storage tube, clean out the tube and lubricate the probe with a light silicone oil. This problem can normally be prevented by cleaning the probe before storage each time it is used.

When using the detachable lens optics, always keep them clean and dry. See Cleaning in the Maintenance section.

Clean the window in the tip section (camera head) frequently. Often a fuzzy image is due to dirt on the window.

Articulating Section / Insertion Tube: Avoid pointed objects that can penetrate the tubes outer sheath. Return probe for repair at the first sign of penetration.

NOTE: Articulating Section: Pulling or twisting this section can separate it from the insertion tube. Return the probe for repair at the first sign of separation. Also, reduce the possibility of damage to the articulating tip by repositioning it to a neutral, forward position with the Home feature before withdrawing it from equipment or storing the probe in the case.

VideoProbe

Processor/Light Source

Shipping Case

SYSTEM OVERVIEW

All models of the VideoProbe XL PRO have two primary components: the VideoProbe and a Processor/Light Source (PLS). Both of these items are stored in a single, rugged shipping case.

System Components (All Models)

Figure 1

VideoProbe Nomenclature(All Models)Figure 1 shows the primary components used on all models of the VideoProbe XL PRO product line. The XL PRO may be ordered with either a 3.9mm, 5.0mm, 6.1mm, 7.3mm, or 8.4mm diameter insertion tube and tip, and in various insertion tube lengths. The variations in the hand-piece for each model of VideoProbe XL PRO are shown in the Product Features by Modelsection.

The hand-piece of the VideoProbe controls most of the functions available on the product. The placement of the probes controls ensures that the most frequently used functions are easiest to reach. Some buttons around the joystick are redundant to facilitate right or left-handed operation.

VideoProbe Components Identification

Figure 29

5 LCD Monitor

Data Label

Microphone

Key Pad

Joystick

Power Tube

Push-Release Latch

PowerPlug

Tip Section

Handpiece

Insertion Tube

Articulating Section

Torsional Strain Relief

Microphone

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VideoProbe XL PRO System Components Summary

All VideoProbe XL PRO systems contain the following major components: Storage/Operating Case with telescoping handle

and wheels XL PRO Operators Manual Processor/Light Source (PLS) VideoProbe Power Cord Neck Strap Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Sun Visor Headguard (protective tip installed on end of probe)

VideoProbe XL PRO Model Numbers

Different models of the XL PRO product line contain controls and/or interfaces that support features unique to each model. The following models of the XL PRO product line are currently available:

Model DescriptionPXL Base Model: VideoProbe XL PROPXLD Digital Model: VideoProbe XL PRO with digital storage featuresPXLA Advanced Digital Model: VideoProbe XL PRO with Advanced digital storage and image processing features, and comparison based measurementsPXLM Measurement Model: VideoProbe XL PRO with digital storage, image processing, and shadow and stereo measurement capabilities

VideoProbe XL PRO Model Numbering System

Product Numbering System

Figure 3

PXLD 6 20 A PAL SYSXXXX X XX X XXX XXX

Example:

Model DesignationPXL, PXLD, PXLA, PXLM

Probe Diameter (mm)3, 5, 6, 7, 8

Probe Length (x100mm)*10, 15, 20, 25, 26, 30, 32, 35, 45, 60, 75

Product GenerationA,B, C, D**

Image FormatPAL=PAL No Entry=NTSC

Product Configuration***SYS, SET, UNT

Not all probe lengths are available in each probe diameterProduct Generations C and D apply only to XL PRO PLUS SeriesSYS indicates a full system including VideoProbe, PLS, case and accessories described above.SET indicates a full system with accessories, but without a PLS.UNT indicates a VideoProbe only (no case, PLS, or accessories).

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FEATURES & BENEFITS BY MODEL NUMBERThe following paragraphs and illustrations in this section provide an overview of the primary system components and features & benefits associated with each VideoProbe XL PRO model.

PXL Series - XL PRO Base SystemPXL System Primary Components: PXL VideoProbe

PLS500-A Processor/Light Source

Shipping Case

PXL System Features and Benefits Intuitive, One-handed Operation featuring patented

joystick camera control and All-Way tip articulation for unmatched control of camera orientation

Steer-and-Stay function locks the probe articula-tion and allows for fine articulation control, and holds the tip position when the joystick is released.

Home / Return to Center function allows for re-orientation of probe to a straight direction during probe articulation, and easier withdrawal from insertions.

High-resolution Camera for clear, true-color images (see Specifications section for details).

50 Watt Welch Allyn So50 Watt Welch Allyn So-50 Watt Welch Allyn Solarc Lamp Metal Halide arc lamp for high light output and true colors

Lamp Intensity and Gain Control allows for manual control of probe illumination and image brightness. This provides control necessary to obtain optimal image quality in highly reflective environments.

Image Brightness Control allows image bright-ness shown on the LCD and external monitors to be adjusted. (LCD and LCD buttons)

Video Outputs - Composite & S-Video outputs for external monitors or recording.

Instant, Cableless Setup - plug it in and youre ready to inspect.

Titanium Camera Head construction for superior camera protection.

Torsional Strain Relief - allows insertion tube to be rotated independently from hand-piece.

Portability - single shipping case designed for system; immediate use, no cable connections to be made.

Durable articulation cables are capable of withstanding a force three times greater than the force produced by the internal servo motors.

Internal Working Channel (7mm Series Only) - allows tools to be inserted through the probe to measure, gauge, grasp, hook, or magnetically adhere to target items.

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AC/DC Operation - 100/240 VAC and +12VDC input power connections for international or portable operation.

Upgradeable to PXLD, PXLA or PXLM. Preserves investment in the system by allowing upgrades to higher feature models

Model PXL Hand-piece

Figure 4

Processor/Light Source (PLS500-A) Included With PXL Model Probe

PLS500-A Front Panel

Figure 5

PLS500-A Rear Panel

Figure 6

Brightness Control KnobPowerIndicatorLamp

PowerOn/OffSwitch

Power PlugReceptacle

S-Video OutCompositeVideo Out

PLS 500

DC Fuse (1)

DC Power Input

Fan

AC Power Input

AC Fuses (2)

RS232 Connector(Not for Customer Use)

Model No.Serial No.

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PXLD Series - XL PRO Digital System

PXLD System Primary Components: PXLD VideoProbe PLS500D-A Processor/Light Source PXLD iVIEW Software Platform Shipping Case

PXLD System Features and Benefits (Includes features of PXL Series plus...) Freeze Frame for temporary image capture or

additional image manipulation. Digital Zoom for quick and accurate close-up

inspections up to 3x zoom capability. Pan on Zoomed Image user can select pan-only or

steer-only mode while zoom feature is activated. Image Invert flips image horizontally (corrects for

side view prism inversion). Drop-down menu system to allow easy access to

advanced functions. International Language Support choose language

for all on-screen displays via setup menu. Integrated Software/File Management to create

and name file folders, to capture, store, recall, and delete images from or between the internal system flash memory and the integrated floppy disk drive. Image files may be either .JPG or .BMP file output for personal computer compatibility.

Internal Flash Memory - allows for fast, permanent image storage and retrieval.

3.5 Floppy Disk Drive facilitates ease of file transfer and compatibility with personal computers.

FlashPath Floppy Disk support for high capacity FlashPath Floppy Disk support for high capacity FlashPath Floppy DiskFlashPath floppy disk adapter which uses SmartMedia flash memory cards.

Voice Annotation - voice comments may be record-ed for easy documentation. Audio is recorded using .WAV file format. Playback via speaker or line-out.

Arrow Placement Annotation - allows permanent placement on image to point out areas of interest, i.e.: cracks, defects, etc.

Live Audio Output - menu accessed feature allows live audio to be provided at audio output jack for con-nection to an audio/video recording device.

External Video Inputs - allows use of basic digital system functions with video input from a source other than the VideoProbe.

Text Annotation - allows text to be added to any live, frozen or stored image. Characters may be added by using the joystick, or attaching a PS/2 compatible keyboard.

Logo Bitmap - allows a user supplied logo to appear on live view and captured images.

Text Overlay Recall - allows for up to 40 screens of text to be stored for future use in overlaying onto captured images.

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DC Fuse (1)

DC Power Input

Fan

AC Power Input

AC Fuses (2)

RS232 Connector(Not for Customer Use)

Model No.Serial No.

Fine/Coarse Articulation - user selectable system articulation response. Allows user to choose tip move-ment speed to meet inspection needs.

Tip Position Map - shows current tip position relative to total possible tip positions.

Remote Control - iVIEW Remote allows all functions to be remotely controlled by a PC. Allows live video to be captured on a PC.

Temperature Warning - enables temperature warn-ing when tip operating temperature approaches 80 C (176 F). (Available only on 6.1 mm, 7.3 mm and 8.4 mm diameter VideoProbes).

Upgradeable to PXLA or PXLM.

Model PXLD Hand-piece

Figure 7

Processor/Light Source (PLS500D-A) Included with PXLD, PXLA and PXLM Model Probes

Front Panel

Figure 8

Model PLS500D-A Processor/Light Source Rear Panel

Figure 9

Brightness Control Knob

PowerIndicatorLamp

PowerOn/OffSwitch

Power PlugReceptacle

S-Video OutCompositeVideo Out

Built-in Speaker

S-Video InCompositeVideo In

PS/2 StyleKeyboardConnector

Speaker VolumeControl Knob

Line-Level Audio-Out Jack

3.5 Inch Floppy Disk Drive

PXLA Series - XL PRO Advanced Digital System PXLA System Primary Components: PXLA VideoProbe

PLS500D-A Processor/Light Source

PXLA iVIEW Software Platform

Shipping Case

PXLA System Features and Benefits(Includes features of PXLD Series plus...)

Split screen for fast side by side image comparison. Allows for image pan function on selected active half screen which provides full image access on just half of a screen. Allows storage of split screen images shown on hand-piece display.

Long Exposure Mode for added image brightness in low light inspection target conditions.

Comparison Based Measurements allows measurements to be calculated based upon a comparison to a known reference dimension in a fro-zen or recalled image.

iVIEW PC PC Based Re-Measurement Software allows images captured by PXLA system, or other graphic image capture devices, to be measured based upon a known reference dimension in the stored image. iVIEW PC is available at no charge to VideoProbe PXLA customers through the Everest VIT web site.

PROVIEW - When performing measurements, PROVIEW can be enabled to aid in cursor placement. PROVIEW transforms the onscreen measurement image to invert the brightness and enhance the image; creating a color effect similar to a photo-graphic negative.

Upgradeable System to PXLM containing ShadowProbe and StereoProbe measurement capability.

Model PXLA Hand-piece

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PXLA Processor/Light SourceThe PLS500D-A is included with PXLA Systems.

(See Figures 8 & 9 for PLS500D illustrations) 15

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PXLM Series - XL PRO Measurement System PXLM System Primary Components: PXLM VideoProbe PLS500D-A Processor/Light Source PXLM iVIEW Software Platform Forward and side view measurement tips, using

either ShadowProbe or StereoProbe technology (see Appendix C for part numbers of tips based on probe diameter)

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PXLM System Features and Benefits(Includes features of PXLA Series plus...) ShadowProbe Measurements: Perpendicular

measurements of distance, multi-segment length, area and depth, and skew measurements of length based upon ShadowProbe technology using ShadowProbe tip optics.

StereoProbe Measurements: Length, point-to-line, multi-segment length, area, and depth measure-ments on perpendicular or skewed surfaces using StereoProbe tip optics.

Enhanced Distance Measurement Tools: Circle Gauge (Go/No-Go), Point to Line, and Video Caliper screen based measurements for quick, accurate inspections.

PC Based Re-Measurement Software: iVIEW PC Stored images may be transferred to a PC whichruns iVIEW PC shadow, stereo, or comparisonRe-Measurement software. Allows additionalmeasurements to be performed on stored images. Available at no charge to VideoProbe PXLM Series customers through the Everest VIT website.

Certificate of Conformance: All PXLM systems are shipped with a certificate of Conformance, which indicates that the PLXM system has been tested for measurement accuracy using NIST traceable stan-dards.

Verification Block: All PXLM series XL PROs are shipped with a NIST traceable measurement verifica-tion tool to allow users to verify measurement system accuracy.

Model PXLM Hand-piece

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Model PXLM Processor/Light Source The PLS500D-A is included with PXLM Systems.(See Figure 8 & 9 for PLS500D illustrations)

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XL PRO PLUS Series - XL PRO Enhanced Image and Video CaptureXL PRO Plus System Primary Components: Available ONLY on PXLA and PXLM series PLS500D-C Processor/Light Source Internal CompactFlash Drive USB streaming video cable Shipping Case

XL PRO PLUS System Features and Benefits(Includes features of PXLA or PXLM Series plus...) CompactFlash Data Storage: CompactFlash (Type I)

Video Storage - DVD quality MPEG2-VGA, MPEG1, Still Image Storage, Accepts all Type I CompactFlash cards (any capacity).

Streaming Video: 1/4 VGA Streaming Video via USB port.

Enhanced Internal Flash Memory: 32MB of inter-nal flash memory for image and video storage and retrieval.

Processor/Light Source (PLS500D-C) Included with XL PRO Plus

Figure 12

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SYSTEM SETUPThe VideoProbe XL PRO comes assembled and ready to use. Just open the case, plug it in and turn it on. The system may be operated on AC or DC power, with the Processor/Light Source (PLS) stored or removed from the case. It may be operated as a stand alone system or in conjunction with a VCR, external monitor or other video peripheral equipment. The following setup direc-tions apply to all models.

1. AC Power: If using AC power, connect the AC power cord from the PLS to 110v or 220v AC outlet.

DC Power: If using DC power, remove the PLS from the case and disconnect the AC cord. Connect the DC cable from an XL PRO Battery set or a compatible DC power source to the DC jack on the rear panel of the PLS (see Battery/DC Powered Operation).

2. Verify that the VideoProbes power plug is securely latched into the PLSs Probe Power Plug Receptacle, before removing the VideoProbe from the case. Remove the VideoProbe from the case holding the hand-piece with one hand while positioning the insertion tube with the other.

3. Turn on the power switch located on the PLSs front panel. When system power is on, a green power indi-cator lamp located on the front panel will illuminate.

4. Adjust the Brightness Control knob fully counter-clockwise until it clicks into the Auto position.

5. An image should appear on the units LCD.

Note: LCD may require a 5 to 20 minute warm-up period

in temperatures below 32F (0C). PXLD, PXLA, and PXLM systems contain an embedded

computer system which may take up to 20 seconds to power up before digital image processing and storage features become available.

Accessories SetupAccessory devices may be attached as needed as described below: Probe Neck Strap: Connect the neck strap into the

threaded hole in the bottom of the VideoProbe hand-piece.

Sun Visor: Slides over the hand-piece frame around the LCD.

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Attaching Peripheral Devices: Video Output: All models of the XL PRO provide both

Composite video and S-video output connectors on the front panel of the PLS. Connect to the peripheral devices Video In input connector. Video Cables are available as accessories.

Video Inputs: The PXLD, PXLA and PXLM models pro-vide Composite video and S-video input connectors on the front panel of the PLS, which allow the VideoProbe XL PRO to capture, manipulate and store video from external sources. Use the appropriate composite or S-video cables (available as accessories) to connect to the PLS Video Input connector(see Processor/Light Source Video Inputs).

Audio Output: PXLD, PXLA, and PXLM models provide an RCA jack, which provides line level audio output. The system may be configured to provide continuous live audio from the hand-piece microphone, or just to output audio during stored image audio clip playback operation (see Setup Menu Audio).

USB Cable: The PXLA and PXLM XL PRO Plus models contain a USB connection on the front panel of the PLS, which provides a continuous live video stream from the VideoProbe. (see Processor/Light Source - USB Streaming Video Port).

Detachable Tip Optics (Probe Tips): Specifications: See Detachable Tip Optics section in Appendix C.Appendix C.Appendix C

The VideoProbe XL PRO contains a fixed focus optical system which is designed with a large depth of field and does not require operator focus. Depth of field, field of view and direction of view can be varied by selecting the appropriate optical tip for the probe. See APPENDIX C section for listing of all available optical tips, as well as definitions of the terms depth of field and field of view.

CautionDamage to the tip attachment mechanism may occur if the VideoProbe is operated without a probe tip or protec-tive headguard in place.

NoticeDo not use probe tips from earlier generation VideoProbe products on the XL PRO unless their part number is listed in Appendix C, as they will produce poorer quality images compared to XL PRO tips.

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Attachment & Removal of Tip Optics3.9mm Probes*Please refer to the assembly instructions below for the lens optics corresponding to the table below.

Part Number Color Code PXT480FG NonePXT480FG-T Silver (Tip Tool)PXTM45050FG Black Black Black

Assembly: Grasp head of the probe and push on tip tool assembly. Squeeze knurled tip tool tabs and rotate clockwise until tip tool slips. Pull tool up and off head of probe. Pull on tip gently to ensure tip is securely attached.

Removal: Grasp head of the probe and push on tip tool. Squeeze knurled tip tool tabs and rotate counter clockwise until tip is free of probe. Pull tip tool assembly up and off head of probe.

Part Number Color Code PXT480SG BrownPTX480SG-T Brown (Tip Tool)PXTM45050SG Blue

Assembly: Grasp head of the probe and push on tip tool

assembly. Squeeze knurled tip tool tabs and rotate clockwise until tip tool slips. Pull tool up and off head of probe. Pull on tip gently to ensure tip is securely attached.

Removal: Grasp head of the probe and push on tip tool. Squeeze knurled tip tool tabs and rotate counter clockwise until tip is free of probe. Pull tip tool assembly up and off head of probe.

NOTE: Tip tool assembly (tip tool and tip optic) is stored assembled in the tip case when tip is not in use.Do not use any removal tools other than the supplied EVIT tip tool.

CAUTION: DO NOT FORCE THE DETACHABLE LENS OPTICS ON OR OFF. TWISTING THE BENDING NECK MAY DAMAGE PROBE.

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Part Number Color Code PXT550FF NonePXT5100FG BlackPTXT550FG WhitePXTM56060FG Black

Assembly: Grasp head of probe and rotate the tip clockwise until it engages the first set of threads. Take care not to cross the threads. Continue to rotate the tip, pushing down gently until the second set of threads is engaged. Tighten the tip finger tight, NEVER USE A TOOL TO TIGHTEN THE TIPS. Pull on the tip gently to ensure it is securely attached.Disassembly: Grasp head of probe and rotate the tip counterclockwise until it is free of the first set of threads. Gently pull the tip forward (away from the probe) and rotate it counterclockwise again until it is free of the probe. Take care not to cross the threads when attaching and removing these tips.

Part Number Color Code PXT580SN GreenPTX5100SG BluePXT550SG RedPXTM54545SG Blue

Assembly: Grasp head of probe and rotate the tip clockwise until it engages the first set of threads. Take care not to cross the threads. Continue to rotate the tip, pushing down gently until the second set of threads is engaged. Tighten the tip finger tight, NEVER USE A TOOL TO TIGHTEN THE TIPS. Pull on the tip gently to ensure it is securely attached.Disassembly: Grasp head of probe and rotate the tip counterclockwise until it is free of the first set of threads. Gently pull the tip forward (away from the probe) and rotate it counterclockwise again until it is free of the probe. Take care not to cross the threads when attaching and removing these tips


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Part Number Color Code Part Number Color Code XT650FF None PXT650FF NoneXT650FG White PXT650FG WhiteXT6100FG Black PXT6100FG BlackXT690FF Yellow PXT690FF YellowPXT680FN Orange XTM650FG WhiteXTM650SG Green XTM650SN Blue

Assembly: Align the green dot on the detachable lens optics with the green dot on probe head. Gently push the detacable lens optics onto the probe head. Rotate clockwise until the locking wire snaps in place.Disassembly: Push the locking wire toward the detachable lens optics face. Rotate counterclockwise and remove the detachable lens optics from the probe head.

Part Number Color Code Part Number Color Code XT650SF Brown XT650SG GreenPXT650SG Green XT6100SG BlueXT680SN Red PXT6100SG BluePXT680SN RedAssembly: Align the green dot on the detachable lens optics with the green dot on probe head. Gently push the detachable lens optics onto the probe head, aligning the bayonet slots, and rotate gently clockwise until the lens locks in place.Disassembly: To remove the detachable lens optics, slide the pin away from probe head and gently rotate counterclockwise. Remove the detachable lens optics from the probe head and store in the protective case.

Part Number Color Code PXTM66060FG BlackAssembly: Line up green dots of tip and head. Push tip onto head and rotate tip clockwise approximately 20 degrees. You should feel the tip snap on crisply.Disassembly: Lift up on the removal tab while rotating the tip counterclockwise. (The removal tab is the exposed part of the black inner piece approximately opposite of the green dot.) The tip should come off easily. Do not force it.


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Attachment & Removal of Tip Optics6.1mm Probes continued*Please refer to the assembly instructions below for the lens optics corresponding to the table below.

Part Number Color Code PXTM65050SG BlueAssembly: Line up green dots of tip and head. Push tip onto head and rotate tip clockwise approximately 20 degrees. You should feel the tip snap on crisply.Disassembly: Lift up on the removal tab while rotating the tip counterclockwise. (The removal tab is the exposed part of the black inner piece approximately opposite of the green dot.) The tip should come off easily. Do not force it.

Attachment & Removal of Tip Optics7.3mm Probes *Please refer to the assembly instructions below for the lens optics corresponding to the table below.Part Number Color Code Part Number Color Code PXT750FG White PXT7100FG BlackPXT750FF None PXTM750FG WhitePTXM76060FG BlackAssembly: Grasp head of probe and rotate the tip clockwise until it engages the first set of threads. Take care not to cross the threads. Continue to rotate the tip, pushing down gently until the second set of threads is engaged. Tighten the tip finger tight, NEVER USE A TOOL TO TIGHTEN THE TIPS. Pull on the tip gently to ensure it is securely attached.Disassembly: Grasp head of probe and rotate the tip counterclockwise until it is free of the first set of threads. Gently pull the tip forward (away from the probe) and rotate it counterclockwise again until it is free of the probe. Take care not to cross the threads when attaching and removing these tips.

Part Number Color Code Part Number Color Code PXT750SG Green PXT7100SG BluePXT750SF Brown PXT780SN RedPXTM750SG Green PXTM750SN BluePXTM75050SG Blue

Assembly: Grasp head of probe and rotate the tip clockwise until it engages the first set of threads. Take care not to cross the threads. Continue to rotate the tip, pushing down gently until the second set of threads is engaged. Tighten the tip finger tight, NEVER USE A TOOL TO TIGHTEN THE TIPS. Pull on the tip gently to ensure it is securely attached.

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Disassembly: Grasp head of probe and rotate the tip counterclockwise until it is free of the first set of threads. Gently pull the tip forward (away from the probe) and rotate it counterclockwise again until it is free of the probe. Take care not to cross the threads when attaching and removing these tips.


Part Number Color Code Part Number Color Code XT850FF None XT850FG WhitePXT850FG White XT8100FG BlackPXT8100FG Black XT890FF Yellow

Assembly: Align the green dot on the detachable lens optics with the green dot on probe head. Gently push the detachable lens optics onto the probe head. Rotate clockwise until the locking wire snaps in place.Disassembly: Push the locking wire toward the detachable lens optics face. Rotate counterclockwise and remove the detachable lens optics from the probe head.

Part Number Color Code Part Number Color Code XT850SF Brown PXT850SG GreenPXT8100SG Blue PXT880SN RedXT850SG Green XT8100SG BlueXT880SN RedAssembly: Align the green dot on the detachable lens optics with the green dot on probe head. Gently push the detachable lens optics onto the probe head. Rotate clockwise until the locking wire snaps in place.Disassembly: Push the locking wire toward the detachable lens optics face. Rotate counterclockwise and remove the detachable lens optics from the probe head.


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7.3mm Internal Working Channel Feature (Available in all 4 models: PXL, PXLD, PXLA & PXLM)

The Internal Working Channel

The internal working channel is only available in the 7.3mm model. This channel has a 1.6mm I.D. and allows use of micro tools together with forward-viewing optical tips to perform a number of measurement and retrieval tasks.

Tools must be matched to the length of the insertion tube, because the cable running through the channel to the hand-piece is mated to the tool. Tools are designed to be installed from a specified end of the probe, depending on the particular tool. (See instruction manual supplied with the tools for proper installation of tools.)

The tools available for the 7.3mm probe are: (shown in Figure 13)(a) Small (4mm) and large (8mm) magnet retrieval tools. (Small magnet tool shown installed in probe)(b) 3 prong gripper(c) Hook tool(d) 0.055 inch comparitor gauge(e) Small alligator(f) Large alligator(g) Loop/Snare(h) Brush

Working Channel Tools

Figure 13

For additional information on the 7.3mm working chan-nel tools, refer to the 7.3mm Tool Manual, EVIT part number XA161.

(a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) (h)

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HOW TO OPERATE THE XL PROOverviewThe VideoProbe XL PRO is equipped with the latest in video borescope technology. A fiber-optic bundle illuminates the inspection area with light generated by a new state-of-the-art 50 watt Welch Allyn Soa new state-of-the-art 50 watt Welch Allyn So-a new state-of-the-art 50 watt Welch Allyn Solarc arc lamp in the Processor/Light Source (PLS). A miniature camera assembly in the VideoProbes Tip Section con-verts the optical image into an electronic image. This image is carried back through the probe and displayed on the color LCD, which is built into the probe hand-piece.

WARNING: PROBE IS GROUNDED! Do not allow the Insertion Tube, Probe Tip Section, or working channel tools to come into contact with a source of electrical current/voltage. Doing so may result in personal injury or permanent damage to the VideoProbe or inspected equipment.

Different models of the XL PRO contain controls and support functions that are unique to each model. This section describes the operation of all functions available in all models of the XL PRO product line. The XL PRO models that support each feature are listed in parenthe-ses after each feature. Refer to Features and Benefits by Model Number for a summary of the functions available in each model of the XL PRO.

PROCESSOR/LIGHT SOURCE (PLS) BASED CONTROLS Power On/Off System Power Control:(All VideoProbe models)

Access Switch on Front Panel of PLS

Operation This switch both powers the system and ignites the arc lamp. To prolong lamp life, minimize switching on and off. Also, the lamp requires a cool down period of approximately 10 seconds after shut-off, before being turned on again.

NOTES: If the PLS is turned from on to off, and then immediately back to on, the lamp may not ignite.

The So The So- The Solarc arc lamp requires approximately 90 seconds to reach full intensity and true color temperature from a cold start.

Brightness Control Probe Illumination:(All VideoProbe models)Access Knob on Front Panel of PLS

Operation When the Brightness Control knob is in the Auto position, the system automatically

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adjusts the cameras gain and electronic shutter parameters for optimum image brightness under most conditions. The lamp shutter is set for maximum light output when the knob is set to Auto.

When the knob is rotated clockwise from its detent Auto position to Manual, the image brightness goes from maximum to minimum by initially setting the gain to maximum, and then by attenuating the gain and the mechanical light vane. Turn control fully clockwise for minimal light output before changing optical tips. The Manual position may be preferred under certain conditions such as an inspection of highly reflective surfaces.

Volume Control Internal Speaker:(PXLD, PXLA, PXLM: PLS500D-A and PLS500D-C)Access Knob on Front Panel of PLS

Operation Rotation of knob controls volume of speaker built into PLS. Voice annotation (.wav files) stored previously with cap-tured images may be played back through the speaker. This knob does not affect the signal level of the audio output present on the RCA jack.

Audio Output RCA Jack (PXLD, PXLA, PXLM: PLS500D-A and PLS500D-C)Access RCA jack on front panel of PLS500D.

Operation Line Level audio is supplied on the audio output jack. When stored .WAV files are played, the line level audio signal is pres-ent on the RCA jack.

A setup menu option allows live audio to be picked up on the VideoProbes micro-phone, and be provided as a line level audio signal on the PLS500D audio output jack (see Setup Menu Audio).

Video Inputs Composite and S-Video:(PXLD, PXLA, PXLM: PLS500D-A and PLS500D-C)Access Connectors Located on Front Panel of PLS

Operation Connect an external sources Video Out via composite or S-video cable to the PLS500Ds composite (BNC) or S-Video Video In connector. Most image storage and annotation functions which may be performed on images captured by the XL PRO may also be performed on video input from external devices (such as cameras).

Selection of the external source of video information to be displayed and or stored is determined by automatic sensing

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and switching. When an external input is detected, the PLS500D automatically switches and it will switch to the next input if another is added. The last input connected to Video In will be displayed.

Keyboard Input External Keyboard:(PXLD, PXLA, PXLM: PLS500D-A and PLS500D-C)

Access miniDIN connector on front panel of PLS500D.

Operation Connect a PS/2 compatible keyboard into the miniDIN circular connector receptacle located on the PLS500D front panel.

Text annotation may be added to live or frozen images using an external keyboard or the probes joystick.

On a live or frozen image, press MENU, and select ANNOTATION (see Text Annotation).

USB Streaming Video Port USB Cable:(XL PRO PLUS)

Access USB streaming video port on front panel ofthe PLS500D-C.

Operation Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB streaming video port and the other end to the USB connector on a PC.

Streaming video may be recorded or snapshots may be captured to the PCs hard disk.

Note: Requires video capture software (i.e. MGI VideoWave III SE) or equivalent installed on PC. CD-ROM with video capture software is included with each XL PRO Plus system.

CompactFlash (CF) Drive:(XL PRO PLUS)

Access CompactFlash Type I slot on front panel of the PLS500D-C.

Operation Insert Type I CompactFlash card.

To store still images or video files see Video Record Operation and Switch Drive to select A:\ drive.

3.5 in Floppy Drive:(PXLD, PXLA, PXLM: PLS500D)

Access 3.5 in floppy drive on front panel of PLS500D.

Operation Insert formatted 3.5 in floppy disk or FlashPath adapter disk.

See Image Save to operate

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VIDEOPROBE XL PRO HAND-PIECE CONTROLSThe hand-piece of the more advanced feature models of the XL PRO product line contains additional buttons which directly control features, or which control on-screen menu functions which are not present in the basic models.

Joystick Tip Articulation:(All VideoProbe models)

Access Joystick Movement

Operation An electronic joystick points the viewing tip of the probe right where you need it. Looking at the monitor image, push the joystick forward to steer the view higher, backward to view lower, right to view to the right and left to view to the left. Regardless of how you have rotated the probe or the path the probe has taken through your inspection, the movement of the joystick always has the same effect on the image. You need only watch the moni-tor and steer the joystick in the direction you want to see.

Option Coarse/Fine Option: (PXLD, PXLA, PXLM) An option is available in the Setup Menu which allows the articulation to be set for coarse or fine tracking response to joystick movements. (See Setup Menu Steering Control).

(Up/Down movement is reversed when using a side view tip adapter).

All-Way Articulation

Figure 14

Note: The VideoProbe XL PRO is designed with a high degree of tip articulation. However, as with all flexible borescopes, the degree of articulation will vary with the number of bends placed in the insertion tube. You can maximize the articulation by preventing unnecessary coils or bends in the insertion tube during operation.

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Joystick Zoom Mode OperationThe user can select between two different joystick operating modes for the system operation while the zoom function is activated.

Usage Pan-Only Operation: Whenever the ZOOMfunction is activated, the camera contin-ues to view a full image, but a zoomed subset of the target image is displayed. Moving the joystick will allow otherportions of the image to be viewed by electronically panning the zoomed view throughout the target image. The probe tip will not articulate when the joystick is moved during pan-only.

Steer-Only Operation: Whenever the ZOOM function is activated, movingthe joystick will cause the probe tip to articulate.

Operation The VideoProbe will automatically oper-ate in the users choice of pan-only or steer-only mode whenever the ZOOMfeature is activated. The operational mode is selected using the setup menu. (see Setup Menu Steering Zoom Mode).

Joystick Menu Navigation: (PXLD, PXLA, PXLM: PLS500D-A and PLS500D-C) The joystick is used to navigate through the various menus which are available in the more advanced models. Up/Down joystick movements navigate up and down the menu while Left/Right joystick movements access drop-down menu features which appear on-screen associated with primary menu options.

Menu Access Press MENU button

Menu Navigation Use joystick to move the cursor to desired item

To select a field, move the joystick up or down until it is highlighted (changes color).

To change the values or option in a field, move the joystick left or right until the desired setting is highlighted.

Drop Down Menus If there is a drop-down menu associated with an item in a menu, a character will appear after the menu item. Example: LONG EXPOSURE

To Accept Menu Setting Press the ENTER button (unless screen instructions indicate alternate methods).

To Cancel or Exit Menu Press the MENU button a second time to return to previous operational mode (unless screen instructions indicate alternate methods).

Or, press EXIT button to return to default live viewing mode.

Joystick Text Generator

Usage The joystick may be used to create text for text annotation overlay onto live or frozen images (see Text Annotation).

The joystick may be used to name files or folders (see File Management Folders).

The joystick may be used to set the time and date (see Setup Menu Time/ Date).

STEER-and-STAY:(All VideoProbe models)

Access Steer/Stay Button

Operation The STEER-and-STAY buttons activate a lock function that holds the probe tip (camera) in a chosen position.

When this mode is activated, both STEER/STAY buttons will illuminate.

Moving the joystick while the Steer/Stay mode is active allows for slower articula-tion, making fine articulation easier.

The tip will hold the last position directed by the joystick until either the joystick is moved again or the Steer/Stay mode is turned off.

This mode can be turned off by press-ing the STEER/ STAY button again, or by pressing the HOME button.

Note: The STEER/STAY mode will turn off after 15 consecutive minutes without joystick movement.

IMPORTANT! Never turn system power off with tip articulated.

Assure the tip is straight. Not doing so may result in damage to the articulation mechanism when the insertion tube is removed from the object being inspected.

Be sure the STEER/STAY mode is turned off prior to removing the probe from your equipment.

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HOME Return to Center: (All VideoProbe models) Usage This automatic tip centering feature is

helpful when you want to reorient the probe tip to its neutral straight position, or you want to center the tip for withdrawal from equipment.

Access HOME Button

Operation When activated, the STEER/STAY indicator lights will flash repeatedly until homing has completed. When the indicator lights extinguish, the tip will be in the approxi-mate straight position, and you may begin to articulate again.

Image Brightness: (All VideoProbe models)Access LCD Button Operation The brightness of the image shown on the

LCD can be adjusted up or down with the control button marked LCD. This adjustment will be maintained until the system power is turned off. When turned back on, the image brightness will reset to the default brightness setting.

Fine Adjustments: Press and hold

Large Step Adjustment: Press and release

Note: (PXLD, PXLA, PXLM) Brightness adjustments made while viewing live probe video affect the image characteristics which are presented on the hand-piece LCD, the video output ports, and digital image data which may be stored in memory. Adjustments made while viewing external video or frozen images will not affect the brightness of subsequently stored images.

Freeze Frame Button & Menu(PXLA, PXLD, PXLM: PLS500D and PLS500D-C)

Usage Freezes live image currently displayed on screen

Access Press the ENTER button while any live image is displayed on the LCD.

Menu Access Press MENU while in freeze frame mode to access menu functions

To Exit Menu Pressing MENU again exits this menu and returns you to the frozen image

To Exit FF Press ENTER again or EXIT button to return the system to live mode.

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Freeze Frame Menu

Figure 15

Zoom(PXLA, PXLD, PXLM: PLS500D-A and PLS500D-C)

Usage Magnifies live images up to 3X Since the systems electronics enlarge the image, pixelation will increase as the zoom is increased.

Access Press ZOOM button while in a live video mode (Note: Zoom cannot be performed while viewing video from an external source)

Operation There are two ways to change the zoom level. The zoom will cycle through four levels (1.5x, 2.0x, 2.5x, 3.0x) with each press of the ZOOM button. If the ZOOM button is held down, a continuous zoom up to 3.0x takes place. When the system is in zoom mode, the level of zoom will be displayed in the top right corner.

Steering Moving the joystick while the zoom function is active will either cause an electronic panning (pan-only mode) or the tip to articulate (steer-only mode). (see Joystick Zoom Mode Operation). When the zoom button is first pressed, the joystick mode of operation (pan-only or steer-only) will briefly appear on-screen. The joystick operating mode is selected in Setup Menu Steering Zoom Mode.

Storing Zoomed images may be stored.

Freezing Images can be frozen while zoomed.

Measuring If you press the MEASURE button while in live zoomed image mode, the image will freeze and a message appears on-screen asking if you want to select a shadow- based measurement, stereo-based measurement or a known reference- based measurement.

Steering Zoom Mode

Steering Zoom Mode

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If you select a shadow or stereo- based measurement, the image which appears for measurement will be non-zoomed view.

Exit Press ZOOM button repeatedly until standard view screen returns, or press the EXIT button.

Invert(PXLA, PXLD, PXLM: PLS500D-A and PLS500D-C)

Usage Corrects image inversion caused by prism in right angle probe tips.

Access Press INVERT button while viewing live, frozen, recalled, or split screen images.

Operation Provides a mirror image (flips image left to right) of active image on the display.

If the system is in a invert mode, INVERT will be displayed in the top right corner of the display.

Exit Press INVERT button a second time, or press the EXIT button to return to standard view.

Exit(PXLA, PXLD, PXLM: PLS500D and PLS500D-C)

Usage Terminates current button or menu activated functions.

Access Press EXIT button.

If in an operation from a live view screen, returns operation to basic live view.

If in an operation associated with a frozen image, returns to the FREEZE FRAMEimage screen. A second press on the EXIT button returns to a live view screen.

On-Screen Menu Features:(PXLA, PXLD, PXLM: PLS500D-A and PLS500D-C)

Advanced features are accessed through a combina-tion of button activations and on-screen menu selec-tions, and are only available on the PXLD, PXLA & PXLM models.

On screen menus are accessed by pressing the MENU button.

Each menu appears over the image and temporarily displaces any overlays in the menu region.

Some buttons only work in specific modes. If you press a button that does not have a function for the mode you are in, a message indicating this will be displayed briefly.

Some menu features will appear greyed-out, and are not accessible from certain menu screens.

The highlighted line in any menu may be selected by pressing ENTER (it is not necessary to move the arrow cursor).

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Image StorageOverview (PXLD, PXLA, PXLM: PLS500D-A and PLS500D-C)) The system stores images in folders in either flash

memory, or floppy disk. A default folder name of Main is initially created by the XL PRO. New folders may be created using the file manager menu (see File Manager Folders).

Each image is placed in a folder with an image file name based on date, i.e., YYMMDDXX.BMP or .JPG, where YY is year, MM is month, DD is day, and .bmp and .jpg are file formats.

File names for shadow and stereo images saved with measurement data will start with the letter M for measurement in place of the first year, i.e.,MYMMDDXX.BMP.

X is a letter, automatically entered in sequence from AA to ZZ that differentiates files stored on the same day.

The system saves the last filename used and recalls it at power up so the next file saved on that day has the correct name.

The saved image contains information displayed on the screen at the time the image was saved (i.e., time, date, zoom level, measurement result, mea-surement cursors, accuracy index, measurement tip used and shadow position).

Images may be saved with our without measurement data, using MENU, SAVE or without measurement data using Quick Save by holding down the FREEZE ENTER button.

Storage Media Images captured by the VideoProbe may be stored in

the internal system Flash memory, on a floppy disk, or on a SmartMedia card in a FlashPath adapter.

Images can be copied between internal memory and a FlashPath adapter or floppy disk located in the PLS.

Note: Maximum allowable Smart Media Card is 32MB.

Storage Capacity The number of images that can be stored in internal memory or on a floppy disk or SmartMedia card depends on the image content and the video format option selected from the SETUP MENU. See following tables for typical storage capacities.

Table 1 File Storage Capacity Table Image File Typical File XL PRO/XL PRO Plus 1.44MB 32 MB Format size per Image Storage Floppy Image Smart image Capacity Capacity Media (notes 1,2) (note 3,4) (note 3,4) Card

BMP file 900KB 14/28 1 28JPEG Super High 200KB 70/140 7 140JPEG High 90KB 140/280 14 280JPEG Low 30KB 450/900 48 900

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Image and Video Storage XL PRO Plus Overview (PXLA, PXLM) The system stores images in folders in either flash

memory or on a Type I CompactFlash card. Snapshots may be captured and stored on a PC

using the USB Streaming Video Port.

Table 2 XL PRO Plus File Storage Capacity Table* Image File Typical File XL PRO Plus 256MB 1 GB Format size per Video Storage CF CF image Capacity (32MB) Capacity Capacity (notes 1,2) (note 3,5,6) (note 3,5) (note 3,5)

MPEG 2 high 3.2Mbs 80 secs 10.5 min 41.5 minMPEG 2 low 2.1Mbs 125 secs 16.5 min 65.0 minMPEG 1 high 2.8Mbs 90 secs 12 min 47.5 min

MPEG 1 medium 1.5Mbs 175 secs 23.5 min 92.0 min

MPEG 1 low .8Mbs 320 secs 42.5 min 166.5 min

Notes1. File size varies by image content2. Table is based on NTSC images PAL images will be

10% larger3. All storage capacities are approximate.4. The use of audio files consumes approx. 120KB for

every 15 seconds of audio. Available image memory must be reduced by the amount of audio recorded.

5. Audio files for MPEG videos consumes approx. 300Kbs for every second of video. Audio files are automatically saved with video files.

6. 64MB Type I CompactFlash card included with sys-tem. XL PRO Plus Processor/Light Source contains 64MB Internal Flash memory for storage.

Note: Use 4X or higher speed CompactFlash card for video recording.

Image SaveUsage Saves images displayed on hand-piece

LCD for future reference.

Access Only frozen images may be saved. From live viewing, press FREEZE button.

The image will freeze and FF will appear in the upper right corner of the screen.

Recalled images may be re-saved since they are already frozen.

Split screen images may be saved as long as both half screens contain frozen images.

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Basic From a frozen image screen, press MENU. Operation The menu associated with that frozen screen will appear.

Use the joystick to move the arrow pointer to select the memory location where you would like to store the image.

Saving You have a choice of saving the image in one of two active folders: an internal C:\memory folder, or a floppy FlashPathA:\ folder or CompactFlash A:\ folder or CompactFlash A:\ A:\ folder.A:\ folder.A:\

If the image was captured using a stereo or shadow tip, the MEASURE option will allow the image to be saved with calibra-tion data so that measurements can later be performed using the saved image.

The name of the currently active foldersis shown on the menu screen next to C:\ and C:\ and C:\ A:\.

You may choose to save to a folder in A: or C: which is not currently active by moving the arrow pointer to CHOOSE C:\ FOLDER or CHOOSE A:\ FOLDER and pressing ENTER..

Quick The XL PRO assumes you would like to Save to save the current image to the same drive to Last and folder as the previous save. After you Folder pressed MENU, the menu screen which appears has the path to the last saved folder highlighted. To save to that folder, just press ENTER (you do not need to move the cursor pointer).

If the last SAVE performed was a file type M with measurement calibration data, subsequent SAVE operations will default to the same drive and folder with the same measurement tip data.

Quick You can save images directly from Live Save Video, bypassing MENU steps by pressing from Live and holding the FREEZE/ENTER button. Video The live image is temporarily frozen and automatically saved to the last drive and folder selected through MENU.

If the last SAVE performed was a file type M with measurement calibration data, subsequent SAVE operations will default to the same drive and folder with the same measurement tip data.

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Saved Image Screen

Figure 17

Press ENTER again to save an image and return to FF screen or press EXIT without saving and return to FF screen.

Rename Lets you change the filename.

Use the joystick and press ENTER to select Rename.

(For detailed instruction on the use of the built-in text generator, please see the text annotation section.)

Record Use the joystick and press ENTER to select Audio When Recording appears on the screen, speak into the built-in microphone at the top of the LCD screen. The audio clip can be up to 15 seconds long. Press ENTER when finished. (See AUDIO ANNOTATION for full details

of audio re-recording capabilities.)

Audio Annotation (PXLA, PXLD, PXLM: PLS500D-A and PLS500D-C)

Usage Allows up to 15 seconds of audio infor-mation to be recorded and associated with a stored image file

Access An audio file may be created immediately after storing an image by following the on-screen instructions.

An audio file may be created any time a stored image is recalled.

An existing audio file may be re-recorded any time a stored image with audio is recalled.

Saving At the completion of a successful image save, an on-screen option list appears.

Select RECORD AUDIO to record a 15second audio comment.

Press ENTER to begin.

A recording message will appear and a countdown timer will begin. Speak into the built-in microphone at the top of the LCD screen.

AudioSaving AudioSaving

with NewImages Images

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Press ENTER to end the recording.

After recording, the option list appears again. This time PLAY AUDIO and DELETE AUDIO options are available.

PLAY AUDIO plays through the speaker on the front of the Power and Light Supply.

In a live or FF screen, press MENU, Highlight FILE MGR and press ENTER.

Use the joystick to move the arrow pointer to the A:\ or A:\ or A:\ C:\ memory location and C:\ memory location and C:\press ENTER.

Use the joystick to select and ENTER but-ton to recall an image to full-screen size.

Press MENU.

Highlight AUDIO. A drop-down menu will appear.

Use the arrow pointer to select RECORD AUDIO.

Press ENTER. Recording will begin using the same process as Saving Audio with New Images.

In a live or FF screen, press MENU,highlight FILE MANAGER, and press ENTER.

Use the joystick to move the arrow pointer to the A:\ or A:\ or A:\ C:\ memory location and C:\ memory location and C:\press ENTER.

Use the joystick to select, and the ENTERbutton to recall an image to full screen.

Press MENU. Highlight AUDIO. A drop-down menu will

appear. Use the arrow pointer to select

RE-RECORD AUDIO. Press ENTER. Recording will begin using

the same process as Saving Audio with New Images.

Text AnnotationUsage Allows text characters to be displayed on

live and still (frozen) images and stored with images.

Use to add comments specific to an image to be saved.

Can be added or displayed only while viewing a frozen or recalled image.

It is cleared upon return to live video.

Use to add comments that are relevant to either the entire inspection or a significant portion of the inspection.

Can be added only while viewing live video.

Can be shown or hidden at any time.

Adding Adding Audio to Previously Captured Images

Re-record- Re-recording an Existing Audio File

Still Still Annotation

Live Live Annotation

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Text characters may be created by the joystick or an external keyboard, or a combination of both.

Text may be added to images at any one of the following times:

When an image is frozen, text may be added to the image prior to storing the image by:

- Using the keyboard or joystick - Recalling preset text

Whenever an image is recalled from mem-ory, text may be added and saved with the image by:

- Using the keyboard or joystick - Recalling preset text At any time during live image viewing.

In any screen which requires text generation:

A blinking cursor and a character window appear on screen.

Use the joystick to navigate the cursor through the character window. Highlight the desired character and press ENTER. To create a space, select the right arrow or any location within the character window that is without a character.

When a character is selected the cursor automatically moves to the next char-acter position. To backspace or navigate between lines use the arrows in thecharacter window.

Text Generator Screen

Figure 18

In any screen which requires text generation:

Plug in a PS/2 compatible keyboard into the keyboard connector on the front panel of the PLS (Note: the keyboard may be plugged in or removed after the XL PRO has been turned on.)

Type characters using the keyboard. The arrow keys may be used to locate

the cursor to place text anywhere on the screen.

Use of an External Keyboard to Generate Text

Text Sources

When Text When Text May Be Added to Images

Use of Use of Joystick to Generate Text

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Still Image Annotation When a recalled image is displayed on the

hand-piece LCD monitor, or prior to sav-ing an image to memory, while the frozen image is displayed:

Freeze Frame Annotation Menu

Figure 19

Press MENU. A menu will appear which contains STILL ANNOTATION.

Highlight STILL ANNOTATION.A drop-down menu will appear.

Use the pointer arrow to select ADD TEXT. Press ENTER. You may now use the joystick or external

keyboard to add text to the image. Press MENU when all text has been added. Continue with process to save the image.

Note: To create preset text, see SET-UPMENU PRESETS.

When a recalled image is displayed on the hand-piece LCD monitor, or when a frozen image is displayed:

Press MENU. A menu will appear which contains STILL ANNOTATION.

Highlight STILL ANNOTATION.A drop-down menu will appear.

Use the arrow pointer to select STILL ANNOTATION ADD PRESET.

Press ENTER. The last preset text entered will appear on-

screen. Use the joystick to toggle between the

available preset text options (Note: If you need to create a new preset text press MENU. You can then create, edit, or delete existing preset text screens).

Press ENTER to select a preset text to add to the frozen image.

The position of the two lines of preset text may be chosen by using the joystick to move the text within the image.

ADD TEXT

ADD TEXT

ANNOTATION ADD PRESET




Saving Saving Text with New or Recalled Images

Saving Saving Preset Text with New or Recalled Images

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Press ENTER when the text is positioned properly.

Proceed with the process to save the image.

Prior to saving an image, all current text and arrow annotation may be cleared.

- Press MENU. - Highlight STILL ANNOTATION. - Move the arrow pointer to CLEAR TEXT. - Press ENTER.

Display of text annotation may be turned on or off using the show option.

- Press MENU. - Highlight STILL ANNOTATION. - Move arrow pointer to SHOW (on or off). - Press ENTER.

Live Image AnnotationText and arrow annotation can be created and displayed on the live images shown on the hand-piece display, and provided on the video output connectors of the PLS. Text and arrow annotation shown on live

images will be captured and stored on images which are frozen and stored to internal, floppy disk or CF memory.

Live Annotation Menu

Figure 20

In a live screen, press MENU.

Use the arrow pointer to highlight LIVE ANNOTATION ADD TEXT.

Press ENTER. You may now use the joystick or external

keyboard to add text. Press MENU when all text has been

entered.

In a live screen, press MENU. Use the arrow pointer to highlight LIVE

ANNOTATION ADD PRESET. Press ENTER.

Use the joystick to toggle between the available preset text options (Note: If you need to create a new preset text press

ANNOTATION ADD TEXT

ANNOTATION ADD TEXT

ANNOTATION ADD TEXT

ANNOTATION ADD TEXT

Clearing Clearing Text Annotation

Hiding/ Hiding/ Showing Text Annotation

Creating Creating Live Annotation Text

Recalling Recalling PresetText for Live Annotation Annotation





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MENU. You can then create, edit, or delete existing preset text screens).

Press MENU to select a preset text to add to the frozen image.

The position of the two lines of preset text may be chosen by using the joystick to move the text within the image.

Press ENTER when the text is positioned properly.

Live annotation text may be cleared by: Press MENU. Use the arrow pointer to highlight

LIVE ANNOTATION CLEAR TEXT. Press ENTER.

Display of live text annotation may be turned on or off in any screen using the show option.

- Press MENU. - Highlight STILL ANNOTATION. - Move arrow pointer to SHOW (on or off). - Press ENTER.

Arrow AnnotationUsage Allows arrows to be placed and stored on

live and captured images in order to high-light areas of interest.

Arrow annotation may be added to an image:

- During live image viewing. - When the image is frozen, prior to

storing the image. - On a recalled image.

Access On a live, frozen, or recalled image:

- Press MENU. - Highlight LIVE ANNOTATION or STILL

ANNOTATION. A drop-down menu will appear which includes ADD ARROW.

Move the arrow pointer cursor to ADD ARROW.

Press ENTER.

- An arrow will appear. - Use the joystick to move the arrow to

the desired location. - Press the INVERT button to rotate the

arrow by 90 degrees. - Press ENTER when the arrow is placed

in the desired location. - Additional arrows may be placed on the

image using the above process. - The image may be saved using the

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