GE Everest XLG3 VideoProbe Operating Manual Download

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User Manual

Chapter 1 Introduction

Controls, Indicators, Connectors, etc.

This section describes the controls, indicators, connectors, and other key elements for
each main system component:

•

“Handset”

on page 7

•

“Control Buttons”

on page 8

•

“Probe”

on page 9

•

“Base Unit”

on page 10

•

“Case”

on page 14

Handset

The handset is your interface to the XLG3 system.

Item

Description

A. Microphone

Lets you record voice comments for video or still images.

B. Display

Large, bright, high-resolution wide-VGA LCD screen.

C. Control buttons

For details, see

“Control Buttons”

on page 8.

D. Shoulder-strap loops

Strap is an optional accessory.

E. Handset cable

Plugs into the base unit. Powers the handset, enables communication with the base unit,
and conducts light via a fiberoptic bundle from the lamp to the handset.

F. Flashlight LEDs

Provide light for reading or writing. See

“To Turn the Flashlight On and Off”

on page 29.

G. Electrical connector

Enables communication between base unit, handset, and probe.

H. Fiberoptic connector

Couples light to the probe.

I. Trigger

Same functions as the freeze/enter button

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Summary of Contents for Everest XLG3 VideoProbe

Page 1: ...st XLG3 VideoProbe System Operating Manual To buy sell rent or trade in this product please click on the link below http www avionteq com GE Everest XLG3 VideoProbe NDT Video Borescope aspx www avionteq com ...

Page 2: ... the information published in this manual This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation FCC Statement This product has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class...

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Page 5: ...ifying AC Earth Ground Path 24 Grounding With a DC Source Battery 25 Special Grounding Situations 25 3 Setting Up and Putting Away the System 27 Setting Up the System 27 Changing the Probe 30 Changing the Optical Tip 31 Putting the System Away 32 Communicating to a PC Through a Router or Network 34 Manual Entry Wireless Access Point 37 4 Setting Up the Software 39 Reviewing Settings for Audio 39 R...

Page 6: ... Other Computers 73 About the Thumbnail Screen 73 Working With Removable Storage Devices 74 Recalling a File 75 Creating Renaming or Deleting Folders 75 Copying Files 75 Deleting Files 76 Renaming a File 76 Archiving Copying Files to a DVD 77 Using the Desktop 78 Sharing Files or Live Video With a PC 80 7 Measuring Features and Defects 87 About Measuring 87 3D Phase Measurements 91 Stereo Measurem...

Page 7: ...Software 129 DVD Recording 129 Storing Data to USB Thumb Drive 129 A Specifications 131 B Agency Certifications 135 C Chemical Compatibility 137 D Warranty 139 E Menu Trees 141 F Optical Tips 147 6 2mm Internal Working Channel Feature 150 G Environmental Compliance 151 Index 153 ...

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Page 9: ...d practices and who are familiar with basic computer operations such as using a mouse and managing electronic files and folders but who may not have experience with a video borescope The manual provides a product overview step by step procedures and reference information It does not include repair information To ensure operator safety read and understand this manual before using the system Getting...

Page 10: ...s the image into an electronic image and sends it back through the probe The system displays the image on the handset No focusing is required because the XLG3 system contains a fixed focus optical system with a large depth of field If your system is equipped with measurement capability you can measure defects and features The XLG3 system is compatible with various removable storage devices DVD R D...

Page 11: ... on page 47 1 Steer probe until desired view is displayed Position camera by moving joystick toward desired feature 2 Freeze the image When desired image is displayed press 3 Save the image Press Select Return The image is saved Recording Video Summary For details see Working With Videos on page 67 1 Start recording video Press Select Start Recording 2 Stop recording video Press Select Video Recor...

Page 12: ...attery on page 122 About the Image Processing Package The image processing package which lets you enhance images under particular circumstances includes the following features Battery one hour size shown Feature Description Details Distortion correction Flattens image edges when you use a 120 optical tip Correcting Wide Angle Distortion on page 56 Adaptive noise reduction Sharpens images when the ...

Page 13: ...he PC video streaming Note The XLG3 system cannot be connected directly to a PC See page 34 Communicating to a PC Through a Router or Network on page 34 Reviewing Settings for Communications on page 45 Sharing Files or Live Video With a PC on page 80 To Save an Image on page 66 Virtual desktop You can manage files and access other applications via a graphical interface Using the Desktop on page 78...

Page 14: ...irected Inspection MDI software provides an advantage and convenience during the inspection process MDI makes labeling images and videos easier and automatically generates reports from the VideoProbe within a few steps Benefits to using MDI include Standardized Inspection Lists Consistent Report Creation in MS Word format Data Management Decreased reporting time by up to 70 Increased speed and eas...

Page 15: ...on page 8 D Shoulder strap loops Strap is an optional accessory E Handset cable Plugs into the base unit Powers the handset enables communication with the base unit and conducts light via a fiberoptic bundle from the lamp to the handset F Flashlight LEDs Provide light for reading or writing See To Turn the Flashlight On and Off on page 29 G Electrical connector Enables communication between base u...

Page 16: ...D Home Steer and Stay Performs two functions Home press and hold See To Straighten the Bending Neck HOME on page 49 Steer and Stay press quickly See To Hold the Bending Neck in Place Steer and Stay Mode on page 49 E Joystick Moves the probe tip pans around zoomed images moves through menus and navigates the desktop F Menu Opens and exits menus See Navigating the Menus on page 15 G Exit back Exits ...

Page 17: ...F Motor shaft connectors For controlling the articulation cables G Optical tip Removable part containing unique precision optics For a list of available tips see Optical Tips on page 147 H Temperature sensor For 6 1 mm probes only Displays a warning symbol and beeps when temperature at the probe tip approaches or exceeds operating temperature limits For an example of the warning symbol press and s...

Page 18: ...ptional network package B CF card slot For saving images and videos onto a compact Flash card C USB connectors 3 For connecting various devices a keyboard a mouse a memory stick or other removable storage devices All three connectors support USB 2 0 data rates and are compatible with USB 1 1 devices You can connect or disconnect a keyboard or mouse any time D Internal speaker For playback of comme...

Page 19: ...stem on and off M Audio out connector 3 5 mm phone jack for a recording device VCR digital video tape recorder etc or for powered speakers with their own volume control Transmits line level output signals 2V RMS max The menu driven volume control does not affect this output N External microphone connector 3 5 mm phone jack for a headset microphone or standalone microphone An external microphone ha...

Page 20: ...age and frequency of the power available at the AC output is the same as the voltage and frequency applied to the inlet Maximum output is 100 W G Battery DC input For connecting a battery optional H Battery DC fuse Protects the circuitry when using a battery or other DC power source I Internal memory card Card is in the drive behind the access panel This card contains the operating system software...

Page 21: ...ttery connection points For holding the optional battery in place The bracket is part of the battery assembly F Lamp High intensity discharge HID arc lamp behind access panel F Lamp Top Bottom A Funnel D Shoulder strap hooks B Socket for handset holder C Power switch E Battery connection points Item Description A Handset power plug Connects the handset cable to the base unit B Lock screw ring Latc...

Page 22: ...h sides Three handles let you lift case whichever way is most convenient D Front latch Releases lids and front door E Wheels Let you transport case easily F Front door When operating with base unit in the case the front door provides access to base unit s front panel Front door must be left open to provide ventilation and prevent overheating G Handle Allows for easy transportation of system Also s...

Page 23: ...sired Type of Navigation Control Button To open a main menu To highlight an item Joystick To move between a parent menu and submenu or To change the highlighted option Joystick To select the highlighted item To exit menus or Live Add Edit Clear Show Text Preset Arrow Image Menu Directed Inspection Lamp Probe Shut Down Live Annotation Video Record Desktop Flashlight File Manager Setup Menu Example ...

Page 24: ...s Then confirm restoration of factory defaults Performing this action restores the following options Battery Icon On Date Time On Logo On Temperature Icon On Text Color Green Image Format JPG Measurement Accuracy Index On Units of Measurement Inches Note Upon next restart of VideoProbe after restoring factory defaults select the desired language from the initial language selection screen ...

Page 25: ... Symbol Term Meaning WARNING DANGEROUS VOLTAGE WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD PROPER GROUNDING REQUIRED WARNING Warning statements indicate conditions or practices that could result in injury or loss of life Caution Caution statements indicate conditions or practices that could result in damage to this product or other property Caution Surfaces may be hot Symbol Meaning Chassis grounding point Se...

Page 26: ...listed service centers WARNING DANGEROUS VOLTAGE Because the insertion tube is conductive and is connected to the base unit chassis and ground lug do not allow the system or its working tools to come in direct contact with any voltage or current source Prevent all contact with live electrical conductors or terminals Damage to the equipment and or electrical shock to the operator may result WARNING...

Page 27: ... PROPERLY To remove all power from the equipment the disconnect device is the AC mains cord and if equipped the battery connector Caution HANDLE PROBE CAREFULLY Keep the insertion tube away from sharp objects that might penetrate its outer sheath Keep the whole insertion tube as straight as possible during operation loops or bends anywhere in the tube decrease your ability to steer the probe tip A...

Page 28: ...RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE RACCORDEMENT À LA TERRE OBLIGATOIRE AVERTISSEMENT Les avertissements préviennent de situations ou de pratiques risquant de provoquer des blessures voire un danger de mort Attention Les mentions Attention préviennent de situations ou de pratiques risquant d endommager le produit ou d autres biens Attention Les surfaces concernées peuvent être brûlantes Point de retour à la...

Page 29: ...ous adresser aux centres de service indiqués AVERTISSEMENT TENSION DANGEREUSE La gaine est conductrice et reliée au châssis de la base et à la borne de retour à la terre ne laissez pas l appareil ni ses outils entrer en contact direct avec une source de tension ou d intensité électrique Évitez tout contact avec des conducteurs ou des bornes électriques sous tension L équipement risquerait d être e...

Page 30: ... HORS TENSION CORRECTEMENT Pour mettre l appareil totalement hors tension débranchez le cordon d alimentation CA et le connecteur de batterie le cas échéant Attention MANIPULER LA SONDE AVEC PRÉCAUTION Maintenez la gaine de la sonde à l écart d objets pointus ou tranchants qui risqueraient de traverser son fourreau Maintenez toute la gaine aussi droite que possible pendant l utilisation en cas de ...

Page 31: ...safe 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 violation of the product s safe operating requirements WARNING INSPECTION OF ENERGIZED EQUIPMENT If the equipment being inspected could be energized relative to earth ground connect b...

Page 32: ...nnect an external ground wire to the base unit s ground lug then connect the wire to earth ground or to the equipment being inspected A ground wire part number XLG3AGROUND is available from GE Inspection Technologies WARNING Do not use a three prong grounded plug adapter in a two prong wall outlet Doing so could result in a shock WARNING CONNECTING TO A VEHICLE INVERTER If you connect the XLG3 sys...

Page 33: ...ction Technologies 2 Connect the wire to earth ground or to the equipment being inspected Special Grounding Situations Contact GE Inspection Technologies Technical Support for guidance prior to using the XLG3 system in any situation where the probe may come into contact with energized wires or parts For example inspecting buried pipes that are electrically energized to prevent galvanic corrosion m...

Page 34: ...26 Chapter 2 Safe Powering and Grounding GE Inspection Technologies XLG3 VideoProbe System ...

Page 35: ... 3 Verify safe powering and grounding See Safe Powering and Grounding on page 23 4 Connect to AC power or attach battery If using AC power plug the power cord into a grounded 110 or 220 VAC outlet If using battery for powering or backup make sure battery is installed 5 Turn on the power switch 6 If this is the first time the system has been powered on select the desired language Caution If you lea...

Page 36: ... place b Unwrap handset cable and remove handset Slide handset into the holder aligning the grooves in the back of the handset with the holder Swivel the holder into the desired position c Lock the swivel ball in position The lock holds the handset firmly in position while still letting you turn it from side to side 9 Install the desired optical tip Then snap probe end into the clip near the hands...

Page 37: ...s attach them To Use the Base Unit Removed From the Case Leave the handset face down for carrying Install the handset face up for use Slide handset holder into the socket next to the base unit s handle To Turn the Flashlight On and Off While viewing a live image press Select Flashlight On or Off To Turn the Lamp On and Off While viewing a live image press Select Lamp On or Off To maximize the life...

Page 38: ... To Remove a Probe 1 Shut down the probe a While viewing a live or frozen image press b Select Probe Shut Down 2 Open the probe latch The probe pops out slightly 3 Gently slide the probe out of the handset To Install a Probe 1 Open the probe latch 2 Slide the probe into the handset 3 Close the latch Latch partially open ...

Page 39: ... the second set of threads Turn until you can remove it To Attach an Optical Tip 1 Verify that the optical tip is clean 2 Grasp the head of the probe with one hand and with the other gently turn the tip clockwise Turn until it spins freely indicating that it has cleared the first set of threads 3 Gently push the tip in Turn clockwise again engaging the second set of threads Turn until finger tight...

Page 40: ...set and its holder a Pull up on the handset slightly twisting in either direction until it comes free b Push the release button and pull up on the holder 7 Store the insertion tube in the base unit s internal storage reel a Straighten any loops or twists in the insertion tube b Feed the insertion tube as far as it goes into the funnel c Place the handset face down in the base unit s handle Caution...

Page 41: ...he case a Verify that no accessories or cords are installed in any of the connectors on the front panel b Pack components securely into case so that no parts will be pinched in the lids c If you have 6 inch or 12 inch rigidizers insert them into the holes on the back of the case The 6 inch rigidizer rests in the groove The 12 inch rigidizer sticks out at the bottom end d Close the lids Caution If ...

Page 42: ...hernet connector 2 Plug Ethernet cable into a network port The XLG3 Ethernet connector s LEDs light up to indicate that the connection is established 3 Connecting the XLG3 to a PC If a local area network LAN port is not available connect the XLG3 to the PC by placing an Ethernet router between them The router will generate an IP address as described on page 45 4 No additional software is needed to...

Page 43: ...u Communications Wireless Configuration The WiFi Configurations window opens 4 Select Detect Please be patient this may take several minutes If the system detects any network access points they appear now listed under the Auto Detect tab If the system is connected to a network using both an Ethernet connection and a wireless connection the system will use the Ethernet connection by default Note Th...

Page 44: ...are listed see Manual Entry below Under SSID enter the name of the local access point If a pass key is required for security enter the pass key from your network administrator Select Save and Make Default If you want to see or manage the access points that have been saved click the Saved Settings tab You can enter access points manually under the Manual Entry tab Up to five access points may be li...

Page 45: ...y format WEP or WPA Select None when no security encryption is used 3 Selecting WPA encryption will require you to define encryption type as AES or TKIP Contact your local network administrator to define this information 4 When WEP or WPA are selected the appropriate entry field will be enabled Next select Save or Save and Make Default 5 Return to the Setup Menu Communications select Automatic A c...

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Page 47: ...you can do so before you start recording To Review Settings for Audio 1 Press 2 Select Setup Menu Audio 3 Select the desired item Item Description Volume Adjust the volume to the internal speaker and headphone output This control does not affect line level output Mic On muted or disabled When on live audio is sent from the microphone to the line level output and audio is saved during video recordi...

Page 48: ... space is available how many files images and videos need to be stored This table may help you determine the best settings for your situation File Format and Quality Typical File Sizea Storage Capacities Approx Number of Images b 2 7 GB Internal Drivec 512 MB Removable Storage Device BMP Stereo Shadow 900 KB 3000 568 JPEG High Stereo Shadow 200 KB 13 500 2560 JPEG Low Stereo Shadow 60 KB 50 000 85...

Page 49: ... files images and videos need to be stored This table may help you determine the best settings for your situation MPEG Quality Typical File Sizea a File size varies by image content These sizes are based on typical NTSC images PAL images are 10 larger Storage Capacities Approx Number of Seconds b b Audio files which consume approx 300 KB per second of video are saved with video files 2 7 GB Intern...

Page 50: ...lor White Black Green Reviewing Settings for a Logo You can add a logo to the screen You can use any graphics program to create the logo as long as you save it with these attributes Microsoft Windows compatible 24 bit color 200 pixels x 200 pixels maximum file name LOGO BMP transparent background color if desired red 128 green 128 blue 0 The system can store only one logo file To Work With a Logo ...

Page 51: ...s are for factory authorized personnel only Stereo The Cal Info option displays calibration data for the selected stereo tip All other options are for factory authorized personnel only Shadow The Cal Info option displays calibration data for the selected shadow tip All other options are for factory authorized personnel only Units Inches mm Determines which units are displayed Set Min Index Accurac...

Page 52: ...n Only In this mode when you move the joystick in a zoomed live view the probe tip does not articulate The image changes as the system electronically pans the camera s full view MDI Load Unload Load or unload an existing inspection on the XLG3 Annotate On Off If off the menu directed inspection on screen prompts are not saved in the image Update Software For use with the XLG3 Update Software CD RO...

Page 53: ...ddress and lets you select a setting Select the setting recommended by your network administrator Note When establishing communications with a PC the setting must be Automatic Remote File Access Disallow Prevents remote users from accessing files stored on the XLG3 system Allow Read Lets remote users read and copy files stored on the XLG3 system Allow Read Write Lets remote users read and copy fil...

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Page 55: ...ancing Contrast 58 Zooming 58 Inverting an Image 59 Annotating With Text or Arrows 60 Saving an Image 65 Working With Videos 67 Process Overview The process of capturing images and recording videos may be simple or complex depending on what you want to accomplish You can record audio comments for still images or videos using the built in microphone in the handset an external microphone or a headse...

Page 56: ...ing With Videos on page 67 Freezing an Image on page 50 Working With a Recalled Image on page 51 Working With a Split Screen on page 52 Adjusting the Brightness on page 53 Reducing Noise in Dark Images on page 54 Correcting Wide Angle Distortion on page 56 Lengthening Exposure Time on page 57 Enhancing Contrast on page 58 Zooming on page 58 Inverting an Image on page 59 Annotating With Text or Arr...

Page 57: ...ng the bending neck in various ways To Articulate the Bending Neck While viewing a live image move the joystick toward the feature you want to see The bending neck articulates so that the probe tip moves in that same direction To Hold the Bending Neck in Place Steer and Stay Mode Press the button just below the joystick Press quickly do not hold The letters SS appear indicating Steer and Stay mode...

Page 58: ...t When you move the joystick in a frozen view the probe tip does not articulate If you zoom in on a frozen image and then move the joystick the image changes as the system electronically pans the camera s full view To Freeze an Image Press or the trigger The image freezes The letters FF for freeze frame appear To Unfreeze an Image Press or the trigger or Freeze Everest XLG3 ...

Page 59: ... Rename Image Enter a new file name The new name overwrites the old To play recorded audio comments if any press Select Play Audio To record comments press Select Record or Re record Audio Speak into the microphone For information on general tasks adjusting brightness zooming annotating saving etc see Process Diagram Capturing Images and Videos on page 48 Note When viewing a recalled image you can...

Page 60: ...age appears at half screen size If it was previously live it is now frozen 2 Optional Change active sides or temporarily view one image at full size a Press b Select Split Options c Select any items For information on general tasks adjusting brightness zooming annotating saving etc see Process Diagram Capturing Images and Videos on page 48 3 When ready exit the split screen To return immediately t...

Page 61: ...as well as recorded video When viewing live images adjusting the brightness means controlling exposure time and camera gain When viewing still images or recorded video adjusting the brightness means controlling digital gain The brightness saved will be the brightness recalled To Adjust the Brightness 1 Press 2 Select Image Brightness 3 Adjust ...

Page 62: ...is in a dark area the live image is often noisy or grainy crawling pixels You can improve such images by turning on ANR in either of two modes ANR normal Reduces noise without any brightening ANR enhanced Reduces noise and brightens dark areas Does not brighten areas that are already bright Note ANR annotation is saved with image ANR off ANR enhanced Noise is reduced and dark areas are brightened ...

Page 63: ... viewing a live image press 2 Select Image Adaptive Noise Reduction Normal or Enhanced To Turn Off ANR 1 Press 2 Select Image Adaptive Noise Reduction Off Note When ready to capture an image keep the probe head as still as possible When the probe head is moving noise increases ...

Page 64: ... improve such images by turning on distortion correction To Turn On Distortion Correction 1 While viewing a live image with a 120 optical tip installed press 2 Select Image Distortion Correction 120 Deg To Turn Off Distortion Correction 1 Press 2 Select Image Distortion Correction Off Note 120 Deg annotation on image is saved with the image Note If you enter a measurement mode a corrected image re...

Page 65: ...xposure the greater the risk of blurring the image Keep the probe tip as still as possible when capturing an image with a long exposure To Lengthen Exposure Time 1 While viewing a live image press 2 Select Image Long Exposure 3 Select the type of long exposure you want Auto The system sets the exposure time Manual You set the exposure time Move the joystick until the image is as light as you want ...

Page 66: ...image To Turn Inverse On 1 Press 2 Select Image Inverse On To Turn Inverse Off Press Zooming You can zoom in and out for all types of images live frozen and recalled Zooming is digital so pixelation increases as you zoom in The system cycles through the zoom levels in increments up to 3 0x When an image is zoomed its zoom level for example ZM 2 6 appears on the screen To learn about the two zoom m...

Page 67: ...zontally You can invert a live frozen or recalled image You may want to invert images when using a side view optical tip since these tips contain a prism that inverts images causing text to appear backwards To Invert an Image 1 Press 2 Select Image Invert On To Uninvert an Image Press Invert off Invert on Invert ...

Page 68: ... cleared If you anticipate using certain text over and over you may want to create one or more presets ready to use annotations You can create multiple presets for use in either live or still annotations Maximum 100 presets 5 lines per preset 28 characters per line To Annotate a Live Image 1 Press 2 Select Live Annotation 3 Select the desired item Item Choices Description Text Add Create text for ...

Page 69: ...eset manager Recall Select an existing text annotation from the preset manager to place Edit Edit an existing text annotation from the preset manager Delete Delete an existing text annotation from the preset manager Import Load a txt file containing presets see page 61 for details Export Export a txt file containing presets Show On Off Turns still annotation text and arrows on or off Note In addit...

Page 70: ... you want to start a new line highlight If you want to delete a character highlight or 3 Press on the handset to activate the highlighted item 4 Repeat from Step 1 until you are finished creating your annotation 5 Press The text entry screen disappears Your text is displayed 6 Determine what to do next If you have just created an annotation move it to the desired location If you have just created ...

Page 71: ...set must be on a separate line File Type txt Encoding UTF 8 Recommended Program Microsoft Notepad At the time of saving the document select txt as the File Type and UTF 8 as the Encoding as shown below Loading the File 1 Save the Preset txt file onto external media CF Card USB ThumbDrive etc 2 Insert the external media in your XLG3 VideoProbe 3 Press 4 Select Live Annotation 5 Select Preset Load 6...

Page 72: ...ed 2 Use the numbers on the external keyboard to select the desired character from the candidate list 3 Press the enter key on the external keyboard to confirm the selection Japanese The XLG3 VideoProbe supports a text entry method that converts Hiragana to Katakana and Kanji characters For each word or phrase that you wish to enter follow the steps below 1 Using the external keyboard type the Hir...

Page 73: ...t screen or recalled images There are two save modes Normal Saves the image without calibration data When you recall a normal image you cannot take measurements Measurement Saves the image with calibration data for the selected measurement tip When you recall a measurement image you can take measurements Related Information To Save an Image on page 66 Reviewing Settings for Image Format and Qualit...

Page 74: ...ect a save folder before you save the file If you insert a storage device after selecting this menu item select Refresh Drive List to update the list of choices Eject Hardware Applicable only for removable storage devices Ejects the storage device Rename Image Lets you name the file before you save it If you do not name the file before saving it the system assigns a name Record Audio Lets you spea...

Page 75: ...ng measurements managing files and folders etc When you record video the XLG3 system saves everything that appears on the display including menus that you open as well as background sounds and comments made near the microphone unless you turn off the audio You can record video onto the internal drive a DVD or any other removable storage device Related Information About DVDs on page 68 Recording Li...

Page 76: ...recording or archiving to a new DVD that has not been initialized manually the system automatically initializes it before recording or archiving To Initialize a DVD Manually 1 Press 2 Select Video Record DVD Initialize The system initializes the DVD for about 2 minutes After the DVD is initialized you can start recording or archiving whenever you are ready Related Tasks Recording Live Video on pag...

Page 77: ...hout recording MPEG Quality MPEG2 High or MPEG2 Low For decision factors see Reviewing the Setting for Video Quality on page 41 Mic On muted or disabled Select Drives Lets you select the drive or drives to record to When you record to a DVD it is recommended that you select a backup drive for simultaneous recording When you record to a compact flash card special considerations apply If you use a c...

Page 78: ...se symbol appears 2 When ready to resume press again or Press Select Video Record Resume Recording The red dot flashes again Recording resumes To Stop Recording Press and hold or Press Select Video Record Stop Note Each time you pause and then resume video recording the system continues saving to the same MPEG file If you are recording to a DVD the first pause or stop takes about a minute to proce...

Page 79: ...m from the desktop During a menu directed inspection the video file names are determined by the on screen selections which automatically name video files for that inspection YYMMDDXXXX MPG Date year month day Unique identifier from 0001 to 9999 Naming scheme for video files on the internal drive or on removable storage devices XYZ XXXX MPG Determined by menu directed inspection Unique identifier f...

Page 80: ...le Press Playback pauses and the Recalled Video menu appears Select Rename Enter a new file name The new name overwrites the old Select Play to resume playback Note Video files on a DVD cannot be renamed Capture a still image from the video Press Playback pauses and the Recalled Video menu appears Select Save Still Image Enter a file name The paused image is saved as a JPEG or bitmap depending on ...

Page 81: ... way to manage files on the XLG3 system is to use the File Manager menu When you use this menu you select files from a thumbnail screen Here is an example of a thumbnail screen showing an internal drive DriveC that contains the following items a folder named G3 two JPEG files two video files The instructions on a thumbnail screen vary with the task recalling copying deleting etc To learn about an ...

Page 82: ...e based on information on the device itself If no information is available the system uses the name Generic Storage Device To Eject a Storage Device Other than DVD 1 Press 2 Select File Manager Eject Hardware device 3 When you see a message confirming that it is now safe to remove the device remove the device To Eject a DVD Press the button to the left of the DVD drive You do not need to use the E...

Page 83: ...elect and perform the desired task Create Rename Delete Copying Files The Copy menu command lets you copy videos still images and audio files from the internal drive to any removable storage device except a DVD While files are being copied all functions except the File Manager and Setup menus are available To learn how to copy files to a DVD see Archiving Copying Files to a DVD on page 77 To Copy ...

Page 84: ...s 2 Select File Manager Delete 3 Select and perform the desired task Renaming a File You do not use the File Manager menu to rename files To Rename an Image or Video File 1 Recall the desired file 2 Press 3 Select Rename or Rename Image 4 Enter a new file name The new name overwrites the old Item Description Selected Delete selected files All Delete all files from the selected drive Folder Delete ...

Page 85: ...bout DVDs on page 68 To learn how to copy files to other storage devices see Copying Files on page 75 To Archive Files to a DVD 1 Insert a DVD 2 Press 3 Select File Manager Archive 4 Select and perform the desired task If you start archiving to a new DVD that has not been initialized manually the system automatically initializes it before archiving See Initializing DVDs on page 68 Item Description...

Page 86: ...ail service to send e mail with files attached Gives you access other applications for example a PDF reader The time and date icon on the desktop are for display only To learn about changing the time and date see Reviewing Settings for the System on page 44 To Open the Desktop 1 While viewing a live image press 2 Select Desktop To Navigate the Desktop If you do not have a mouse connected to your s...

Page 87: ...mputer desktop To Open the Browser Double click A Firefox browser window opens for Internet access To Exit the Desktop Press or Double click the XLG3 icon on the desktop Note When using the desktop if you copy or delete still images the system does not copy or delete associated audio WAV files Normally when you use the File Manager menu to copy and delete WAV files are treated as part of the image...

Page 88: ...work Package on page 5 If the XLG3 system is connected to a router or network you can send files back and forth between the system and other computers for viewing remeasurement or manipulation You can also view live video on other computers No drivers need to be installed Related Information To Establish Communication With a PC on page 81 To View XLG3 Files at the PC on page 83 To Manage Files Fro...

Page 89: ...e IP address You will need it in Step 4 IP Address Troubleshooting Tips If you do not see an IP address in the XLG3 Communications menu and you are using Windows XP verify your LAN settings as follows 1 At the PC open a browser window 2 Select Tools Internet Options 3 Select the Connections tab 4 Select LAN Settings The Local Area Network LAN Settings screen appears as shown here 5 Verify that the...

Page 90: ...You have now established communication Note The first time this remote browse in feature is accessed your computer will be asked to download a Java application that allows Windows Internet Explorer to perform this remote browse in application An Internet connection will be required to access this Java applet Contact GE Inspection Technologies for this applet on CD ROM if an internet connection is ...

Page 91: ...the PC For details see To Establish Communication With a PC on page 81 2 At the PC select the Thumbnail View tab Thumbnail versions of files stored on the XLG3 system appear If no files appear download the free software Java 1 5 or later at www java com 3 Navigate to the desired location on the XLG3 internal drive or any external drive ...

Page 92: ...echnologies XLG3 VideoProbe System 4 Double click any thumbnail image It becomes enlarged Manipulate it as desired using the buttons at the bottom of the screen Previous Flip horiz Next Zoom in Zoom out Flip vert Rotate left Slide show Rotate right Save to PC Print Original size ...

Page 93: ...red on the PC appear on the right If no files appear download the free software Java 1 5 or later at www java com 3 Navigate to the desired locations on each side and select the desired files or folders 4 Select the desired task button If transfering files to the XLG3 system before you select the Transfer button open the XLG3 folder named Internal or one of the subfolders inside Internal so that y...

Page 94: ...Settings for Communications on page 45 3 At the PC select the Live Video tab If VLC Media Player is not installed on your PC a prompt appears including downloading instructions Download and install this plug in 4 Select Play Live video appears on the PC screen in near real time up to a 10 second lag Live audio is also transmitted 5 Control your viewing by using the buttons to the right of the vide...

Page 95: ...Inspection Technologies cannot guarantee the accuracy of measurements calculated by the XLG3 system Accuracy varies with the operator s ability All measurement images saved using the XLG3 system except for 3D phase images can be remeasured on a PC using remeasurement software from GE s Inspection Technologies business For details see Communicating to a PC Through a Router or Network on page 34 Ste...

Page 96: ...endicular to the probe view The system may be unable to position the matching cursors accurately with any of these conditions in the measurement area Insufficient detail Repeating patterns Glare Smooth straight lines to measure along In some cases you can eliminate the problem by repositioning the probe tip and adjusting the brightness Otherwise try shadow measurement Shadow Over comparison measur...

Page 97: ...o ensure that no mechanical damage has degraded their accuracy verify measurement tips each time you use them See Verifying Measurement Tips on page 112 To learn which tips are available for which probes see Optical Tips on page 147 About the MTD Number The 3D Phase Measurement system will display a number on screen after a measurement is complete While taking the measurement an MTD number will ap...

Page 98: ...easurement cursors the more accurate your results When taking shadow or stereo measurements you magnify the image not by zooming but by moving the optical tip as close as you can to the target To learn about the settings for the accuracy index how to turn it on and off and how to change the minimum value at which it flashes see Reviewing Settings for Measurement on page 43 Index 10 9 The accuracy ...

Page 99: ... to green Large length measurements may be performed with few bars illuminated while still achieving good accuracy In general best accuracy is achieved by getting as close to the surface as possible Accuracy is generally best when viewing a surface from approximately a 45 angle especially on surfaces that are shiny or have a speckled appearance When measuring surfaces with steps or long deep featu...

Page 100: ...Provides a rough idea of feature size from depth map false color mode scale Shows location of high and low points to help profile and depth measurement cursor positioning Show the level of noise relative to the defect size You can then move the probe closer if the defect is hidden in noise bumps on the surface Ripple or waves indicate dirt or oil on the gratings or reflections bouncing off one sur...

Page 101: ...nd dimension indicates the highest or lowest point from the reference surface The profile slice is made perpendicular to the reference surface 3 Once you have placed both reference cursors press and hold the ENTER button to display the Profile View 4 In Profile View you may reposition all cursors and the measurement point by pressing ENTER to toggle between cursors then using the joystick to repos...

Page 102: ...locations Point to Line The perpendicular distance from a point to a line Place the first two cursors to define a reference line Place the third cursor at the perpendicular distance you want to measure Depth The perpendicular distance between a surface and a point above or below it Used to evaluate changes due to wear misalignment and other causes Negative measurements indicate that the point lies...

Page 103: ...ent in a yellow colored area should be avoided if possible Area The surface area contained within multiple cursors placed around a feature or defect Place three or more cursors up to 24 around the edge of the area you want to measure When finished press twice The area closes Multi segment line The length of a nonlinear feature or defect Place two or more measurement cursors up to 24 to create line...

Page 104: ...tion based on these two side by side images You can take stereo measurements on a frozen image or on a recalled image that was saved in measurement mode Related Information Topic Sections Stereo measurement s advantages and disadvantages Types of Measurement on page 88 Matching cursors which make triangulation possible About the Matching Cursors on page 97 How to perform stereo measurements To Pos...

Page 105: ...nfidence and 5 highest confidence If too little detail is present the system simply does not generate a matching cursor Whenever possible you want to achieve a match strength of at least 3 If you can t try capturing another image with less glare or more image details Adjust the tip orientation or brighten the image Even when match strength is 5 and especially when the match strength is lower you n...

Page 106: ...r across a circle the image is oriented so that you can place cursors at left and right edges of the item to be measured not at top bottom or diagonal points The system needs differentiated details to the left and right of each cursor to accurately place the matching cursors in horizontal relationship to the left side cursors For detailed explanation and illustration see About the Matching Cursors...

Page 107: ...on Single View which temporarily eliminates the second image making it easier to aim the camera To Turn On Single View 1 While viewing a live stereo image press 2 Select Image Single View On To Exit Single View Do one of the following To return to the live dual image press To freeze the image and proceed with measuring press Single View ...

Page 108: ...the best results by leaving the matching cursors exactly where the system places them However under certain circumstances such as when a repeating pattern exists you may need to help the system find the correct match For details see About the Matching Cursors on page 97 7 Optional Reposition the left side cursors and the measurement result Reinspect the matching cursors 8 Optional Verify your meas...

Page 109: ... up to five total Press Select Measure Add Clear some or all measurements Press Select Measure Clear measurement Select the correct tip in the software if the selected tip is not the one that you are using Press Select Measure Tip Note Stereo images are saved without zoom windows borders and certain other screen graphics This way more of the image is visible if you recall it for remeasurement ...

Page 110: ...erpendicular distance you want to measure Depth The perpendicular distance between a surface and a point above or below it Used to evaluate changes due to wear misalignment and other causes Negative measurements indicate that the point lies below the plane Positive measurements indicate that it lies above Place the first three cursors to define a reference plane Place the fourth cursor at the perp...

Page 111: ...und the edge of the area you want to measure When finished press twice The area closes Multi segment line The length of a nonlinear feature or defect Place two or more measurement cursors up to 24 to create segments along the feature When finished press twice The line is finalized Type cont Example Matching Cursors on Right Image cont Description cont Cursor Placement On Left Image cont ...

Page 112: ... uses triangulation based on the shadow s location You can take shadow measurements on a frozen image or on a recalled image that was saved in measurement mode Related Information Topic Sections Shadow measurement s advantages and disadvantages Types of Measurement on page 88 How to perform shadow measurements To Position the Probe Tip for a Shadow Measurement Image on page 105 To Take a Shadow Me...

Page 113: ...ed and recessed surfaces Perpendicular surface There are two criteria here 1 The shadow is straight up and down indicating that the surface is vertically perpendicular to the probe view 2 Visual cues such as illumination and perspective indicate that the surface is approximately perpendicular to the probe view horizontally as well Shadow s proximity to item The shadow is near and on the same plane...

Page 114: ...ces so you are unlikely to get an accurate depth measurement Good Example With the tip closer to the surface even though the image becomes blurry the break in the shadow is more significant so you are more likely to get an accurate depth measurement Note For both depth and skew measurements the points that you want to measure must fall in the horizontal center of the shadow Both images were captur...

Page 115: ...ends on all cursors being positioned accurately For best accuracy in cursor placement press to activate the zoom window for a close up view of the image around the active cursor To learn how to place cursors for specific measurement types see Types of Shadow Measurement on page 108 7 Optional Reposition the cursors and the measurement result 8 Optional Perform any of these tasks 9 Save the image P...

Page 116: ... is not perpendicular to the probe view Take a skew measurement only if you cannot obtain a vertical shadow Place cursors in the horizontal center of the shadow Depth The perpendicular distance between a surface and a point above or below it Used to evaluate changes due to wear misalignment and other causes The shadow is further left on the surface that is closer to the probe tip Place cursors on ...

Page 117: ...twice The area closes Multi segment length The length of a nonlinear feature or defect Place two or more measurement cursors up to 24 to create segments along the feature When finished press twice The line is finalized Circle gauge A quick go no go method of determining whether defects fall within allowable limits Place circle on or near the shadow Type cont Example cont Description cont Cursor Pl...

Page 118: ...nufacturer or by the probe The XLG3 processor uses these known dimensions as a reference scale for measuring an unknown target You can take comparison measurements on a frozen image or on a recalled image that was saved in measurement mode Related Information Topic Sections Comparison measurement s advantages and disadvantages Types of Measurement on page 88 How to perform comparison measurements ...

Page 119: ...omparison measurement type 6 Establish the reference distance Place the two reference cursors at the endpoints of a known distance Then adjust the displayed number until it matches that distance 7 Place the cursors for the feature or defect you want to measure To learn how to place cursors for a particular type of comparison measurement follow the same instructions as for Types of Shadow Measureme...

Page 120: ...blocks used with the XLG3 system Each measurement verification block comes with a calibration schedule and a certificate of calibration C of C which notes the calibration date and due date To Verify a 3D Phase ShadowProbe or StereoProbe Measurement Tip 1 Attach the measurement tip securely 2 Insert the tip into the appropriate test chamber 3 Measure the test target that matches the units you use i...

Page 121: ...rget contained in the verification block to ensure that no tip damage has occurred See Verifying Measurement Tips on page 112 Help I m Getting Inaccurate 3D Phase Measurements Be sure to hold the probe still for approximately one second during the surface scan Do not move the probe until after the processing message appears on screen Reposition the probe tip until the range finder bar pattern on t...

Page 122: ...rom a different angle that better reveals details to allow better matching Activate the zoom window to most accurately place the measurement cursors Try shadow measurement instead if there is little detail in the measurement area or if you need to measure along smooth straight lines Review guidelines under To Position the Probe Tip for a Stereo Measurement Image on page 98 Help I m Getting Inaccur...

Page 123: ...hat require evaluation or repair return the system to GE Inspection Technologies Early repair of minor conditions can prevent much more costly repair To Inspect and Clean an Optical Tip 1 Check the optical tip for damage or contamination 2 Clean all external parts of the optical tip Use glass cleaner or 70 alcohol to water solution and a pointed cotton swab 3 Clean only the internal threads of the...

Page 124: ...leaner or 70 alcohol to water solution and a pointed cotton swab 3 Clean the rest of the probe including insertion tube and fiberoptic connector Use a soft cloth dampened with glass cleaner or 70 alcohol to water solution To Inspect and Clean a Dust Filter 1 Check to see if the dust filter has become clogged reducing airflow and preventing proper cooling 2 If necessary remove the filter rinse it w...

Page 125: ...fiberoptic connector Use a soft cloth dampened with glass cleaner or 70 alcohol to water solution To Clean the Insertion Tube Storage Reel 1 Disconnect the AC power cord from the power source 2 Remove the insertion tube from the funnel 3 Loosen the two screws and remove the funnel 4 Wipe inside the funnel and inside the reel Use a soft cloth dampened with glass cleaner or 70 alcohol to water solut...

Page 126: ...n complete its shutdown sequence Then turn it back on The system is not too hot The lamp shuts down in over temperature conditions The power switch s green LED lights up when the switch is on If not see Power on page 128 To Remove the Lamp 1 Disconnect all sources of power If using AC power disconnect the power cord from the power source If a battery is installed disconnect and remove it See To Re...

Page 127: ...the door reseat the lamp 4 Reconnect to power and turn the system on 5 Execute a white balance To Execute a White Balance A white balance corrects the color so that white appears white despite any slight hues that may be present under varying lighting and ambient conditions 1 Press Select Setup Menu White Balance 2 Point the probe at a blank white piece of paper 3 Select the desired item Execute C...

Page 128: ...t the AC power cord and power source are both working properly If not fix the problem If so go to Step 3 3 Squeeze the release tab on the AC fuse block and remove the fuse block 4 Remove the fuses by pulling both out firmly 5 Inspect each fuse If the glass appears cloudy the fuse is blown Replace any blown fuse 6 Reinsert the fuse block Caution If after replacing a fuse the new fuse blows contact ...

Page 129: ...ace the Battery DC Fuse 1 Turn off the power switch 2 Unplug the DC power connector 3 Turn the DC fuse holder counterclockwise 4 Remove the fuse and check it with an ohmmeter If 1 0 ohm the fuse is good If 1 0 ohm replace with a new fuse E F DC fuse holder ...

Page 130: ...ding to the battery s charge level as shown here These two LEDs do not light up until you press the button To Remove the Battery 1 Turn off the power switch 2 Unplug the DC power connector 3 Turn the quarter turn stud counterclockwise 4 Remove the battery LED Status Battery Charge Level Green on 80 Red on 80 Red flashing Very low Both off No charge E F Charge check button Charge level LEDs E F Qua...

Page 131: ...ry bracket Use the provided screws 2 Slide the battery tabs into the bracket slots 3 Align the quarter turn stud with the receptacle hole in the base unit Press the battery to the base unit Turn the stud clockwise 4 Plug in the DC power connector Battery bracket Tabs Quarter turn stud Receptacle hole E F ...

Page 132: ...d to the battery s DC power cord Then plug one end of the AC power cord into the charger and the other end into the AC outlet 2 Wait for the battery to charge The battery s green LED flashes for a few seconds Then it lights up solid and stays lit until the charge is complete When the charge is complete the green LED shuts off A fully discharged one hour battery takes about four hours to charge A f...

Page 133: ...ot user serviceable To Replace the Internal Memory Card 1 Turn off all sources of power Turn off the power switch Unplug AC power cord from power source If a battery is installed unplug the DC power connector 2 Unscrew and remove the access panel 3 Eject the memory card Use a pen to push the button to the left of the drive 4 Slide the new card into the drive Push in gently to seat the card 5 Reins...

Page 134: ...126 Chapter 8 Maintenance GE Inspection Technologies XLG3 VideoProbe System ...

Page 135: ... a Probe on page 116 If the problem occurs in DC operation check battery s charge and its compliance with listed specifications For an illustration of the battery charge indicators see Maintaining the Battery on page 122 Verify that the lamp has been installed properly See To Install a Lamp on page 119 No image appears in the display Green LED on the power switch is lit Various Verify that the pro...

Page 136: ... For an illustration of removing the funnel see To Clean the Insertion Tube Storage Reel on page 117 Condition Causes Actions When plugged into AC power system won t turn on Power switch is on but its green LED is not lit Power interruption Faulty AC power connection Blown AC fuses No AC power Leave the system off for at least 15 seconds so that it can complete its shutdown sequence Then turn it b...

Page 137: ...ct GEIT RVI technical support for the latest listing of validated media and accessories Condition Causes Actions The XLG3 will not record to a USB thumb drive You are not using a validated USB thumb drive The USB thumb drive contains U3 software files This U3 software can cause read write errors on the XLG3 At the time of publication of this manual only specific brands of USB thumb drive have been...

Page 138: ...130 Chapter 9 Troubleshooting GE Inspection Technologies XLG3 VideoProbe System ...

Page 139: ...ystem operating temperature 4 to 115 F 20 to 46 C LCD requires warm up period below 32 F 0 C Tip operating temperature 13 to 176 F 25 to 80 C Reduced articulation below 32 F 0 C Storage temperature 13 to 140 F 25 to 60 C Relative humidity 95 max non condensing Waterproof Insertion tubes are watertight to 1 bar 14 5 psig 10 2 m 33 5 ft of H2O Hazardous Environments Not rated for use in hazardous en...

Page 140: ...enter of the handset Base Unit Dimensions 44 x 22 x 35 cm 17 3 x 8 7 x 13 8 in Weight 7 21 kg 15 90 lb Construction Aluminum chassis with polyurethane bumpers System CPU Intel Pentium M Video Processors Multiple digital signal processors Brightness Control Automatic and variable adjustable auto gain and exposure System Memory Internal CompactFlash card 2 7GB standard Lamp Type 75W High Intensity D...

Page 141: ...ew tip correction Freeze frame live still Inverse enhancement side by side split screen Digital Zoom 1X to 3X Continuous and 5 level stepped User Available Memory 2 7GB internal user supplied external Annotation Text and arrow overlays and custom logos Articulation Controls 360 All Way steering Steer and Stay Home Lamp Control On Off menu controlled Software Updates Field upgradeable via removable...

Page 142: ...134 Appendix A Specifications GE Inspection Technologies XLG3 VideoProbe System ...

Page 143: ... is in conformance with the following standards 2004 108 EEC Declarations of Conformity are held by GE Inspection Technologies GmbH GE Inspection Technologies GmbH Product Service Center Lotzenäcker 4 72739 Hechingen Germany Tel 49 0 74719882 0 Fax 49 0 74719882 16 Safety Mark The XLG3 system is in compliance with the following standards UL61010 1 and CSA C22 2 No 61010 1 Intrinsic Safety The XLG3...

Page 144: ...elevision reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Caution Any ch...

Page 145: ...more common substances and reports the results in the hope that it might be of assistance Whatever the liquid duration of exposure should be minimized and the probe cleaned after each use before storage These substances have no affect on the probe In general if a liquid is relatively clear and safe for your hand it is probably safe for the probe If it is not safe for your hand it is probably not s...

Page 146: ...138 Appendix C Chemical Compatibility GE Inspection Technologies XLG3 VideoProbe System ...

Page 147: ... cover lamps accessories or optional equipment not manufactured by GE Inspection Technologies but these items may be covered by separate manufacturers warranties This warranty extends to the original purchaser and cannot be assigned or transferred to any third party This warranty shall not apply to any damage or product failure determined by GE Inspection Technologies to have been caused by misuse...

Page 148: ...140 Appendix D Warranty GE Inspection Technologies XLG3 VideoProbe System ...

Page 149: ...played Shared Menus File Manager page 144 Setup page 144 Video Record page 145 Video Recording Options page 145 Save page 146 Press Then select the desired menu Image Menu Directed Inspection Lamp Probe Shut Down Live Annotation Video Record Desktop Flashlight File Manager Setup Menu Live image is displayed Press Brightness Adaptive Noise Reduction Distortion Correction Long Exposure Invert Invers...

Page 150: ...ve Annotation Still Annotation Video Record File Manager Setup Menu Frozen image is displayed Press Brightness Invert Inverse Split Screen Split Options Save Image Image Audio Live Annotation Still Annotation Video Record File Manager Setup Menu Split screen is displayed Press Brightness Long Exposure Invert Inverse Appears only if a live image is active ...

Page 151: ...name Image Live Annotation Still Annotation Measure Audio Video Record File Manager Setup Menu Recalled image is displayed Press Brightness Invert Inverse Split Screen Depth Map Point Cloud Press Playback pauses Play Rename Save Still Image File Manager Recalled video is playing Start Over Continue ...

Page 152: ... CF Card Still Save Save Format JPEG Quality Graphics Text Color Logo Measure System Temp Sensor Battery White Balance Audio Communications System Info Language Keyboard Time Date Steering Distortion Values Load MDI Energy Advanced Menu Directed Inspection Feature Update Video Output Format LCD Display Press Select Setup Any type of image is displayed Unit Name IP Address Remote File Access Remote...

Page 153: ...ding Resume Recording Stop Pause DVD Initialize Recording Options Any type of image is displayed Only the items that apply to your task will appear Press quickly or Press Select Video Record Recording Options Start Recording Cancel MPEG Quality Mic Select Drives Select Save Folder Name Video Any type of image is displayed ...

Page 154: ... Inspection Technologies XLG3 VideoProbe System Save Menu Press Any type of image is displayed Save Eject Hardware Rename Image Record Audio Play Audio Delete Audio Normal Measurement Appears only if applicable Select Save Folder ...

Page 155: ...9 in PXT580FN 5 0 Forward Black 100 5 120 mm 0 20 4 72 in PXT5100FG 5 0 Side Green 50 9 160 mm 0 35 6 30 in PXT550SG 5 0 Side Red 80 1 20 mm 0 04 0 79 in PXT580SN 5 0 Side Blue 100 4 100 mm 0 16 3 94 in PXT5100SG 6 1 Forward None 50 50 mm infinity 1 97 in infinity XLG3T6150FF 6 1 Forward White 50 12 200 mm 0 47 7 87 in XLG3T6150FG 6 1 Forward Orange 80 3 20 mm 0 12 0 79 in XLG3T6180FN 6 1 Forward ...

Page 156: ...finity 0 71 in infinity PXT6280SF 6 2 Side Blue 120c 5 mm infinity 0 20 in infinity PXT62120SN 8 4 Forward Gold 20 500 mm infinity 19 69 in infinity XLG3T8420FF 8 4 Forward None 40 250 mm infinity 9 84 in infinity XLG3T8440FFc 8 4 Forward Yellow 80 25 500 mm 0 98 19 69 in XLG3T8480FG 8 4 Forward Black 120c 5 200 mm 0 20 7 87 in XLG3T84120FN 8 4 Side Brown 40 250 mm infinity 9 84 in infinity XLG3T8...

Page 157: ...97 in PXTM54545SG 6 1 Forward Black 60 60 4 80 mm 0 16 3 15 in XLG3TM616060FG 6 1 Side Blue 50 50 2 50 mm 0 08 1 97 in XLG3TM615050SG 6 2 Forward Black 60 60 4 80 mm 0 16 3 15 in PXTM626060FG 6 2 Side White 60 60 2 50 mm 0 08 1 97 in PXTM626060SG 8 4 Forward Black 60 60 4 50 mm 0 16 1 97 in XLG3TM846060FG 8 4 Side Blue 60 60 4 50 mm 0 16 1 97 in XLG3TM846060SG a FOV is specified diagonally b Indic...

Page 158: ...ith forward viewing optical tips to perform a number of measurement and retrieval tasks The tools are designed to be installed from a specified end of the probe depending on the particular tool The following interchangeable tools as shown below are available for 6 2mm probes a 4mm and 8mm magnetic retrieval tools b 3 prong gripper c hook tool d 0 055 inch comparitor gauge e small alligator f large...

Page 159: ...ate cadmium Cd lead Pb or mercury Hg For proper recycling return the battery to your supplier or to a designated collection point What do the markings mean Batteries and accumulators must be marked either on the battery or accumulator or on its packaging depending on size with the separate collection symbol In addition the marking must include the chemical symbols of specific levels of toxic metal...

Page 160: ...lead can cause severe damage to human health Risks include brain damage convulsions malnutrition and sterility Mercury creates hazardous vapors at room temperature Exposure to high concentrations of mercury vapor can cause a variety of severe symptoms Risks include chronic inflammation of mouth and gums personality change nervousness fever and rashes Visit www ge com inspectiontechnologies for tak...

Page 161: ...ill brightness adjusting 53 54 browser 5 78 79 buttons control 8 15 78 C calibration measurement tips 43 89 measurement verification block 112 camera external connector for 10 camera head about 2 9 aiming 49 cleaning 116 case system storage 14 caution definition of 17 See also safety certifications 135 chemical compatibility 137 circle gauge measurements 109 cleaning and inspecting 115 117 color t...

Page 162: ...ing 44 funnel about 12 13 inserting and removing insertion tube 28 32 removing and cleaning 117 fuses See also power checking and replacing 120 121 specifications 131 G gasoline probe s compatibility with 137 grippers 49 grounding 23 25 H handset components of 7 8 inspecting and cleaning 117 using with holder 28 29 32 handset cable about 7 13 unwrapping and wrapping 28 33 hardware See set up heads...

Page 163: ... troubleshooting 113 memory internal See internal drive memory sticks cards See removable storage devices Menu Directed Inspection About 6 menus menu trees 141 146 navigating example 15 microphone external 10 11 location 7 turning on and off 39 mouse USB 10 MPEG quality 41 69 multi segment line length measurements 95 103 109 N name of unit device 45 naming and renaming See also desktop folders 75 ...

Page 164: ... selecting 66 69 save formats for images 40 Save menu 146 saving still images 65 66 service centers iii set up hardware 27 33 software 39 45 Setup menu 144 ShadowProbe See measuring features and defects sharing files See PC communications shoulder strap 7 12 13 Single View 99 skew measurements 108 software updating 44 software See set up sound See audio or volume control speakers 10 11 specificati...

Page 165: ...lity of 41 69 working with 67 72 video input and output connectors 10 11 Video Recording Options menu 145 Video Record menu 145 video streaming 5 45 80 86 virtual keyboard 78 See also text entry screen volume control 39 W warning definition of 17 See also safety warranty 139 water probe s compatibility with 137 WAV files See audio files Web access 5 78 Web site for GE Inspection Technologies iii w...

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