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The PalmScope

™

COMPACT RUGGED

VIDEO INSPECTION

SYSTEM

USER’S MANUAL

PCS55

Please read this manual carefully and

thoroughly before using this product.

Summary of Contents for PCS55

Page 1: ...The PalmScope COMPACT RUGGED VIDEO INSPECTION SYSTEM USER S MANUAL PCS55 Please read this manual carefully and thoroughly before using this product ...

Page 2: ...age 5 6 Product Overview 6 9 Setup Instructions 9 16 Install Batteries 9 Prepare the Probe 10 15 Attach Thread Protector or Accessory 15 16 Operating Instructions 16 18 Quick Start Procedure 16 18 Specifications 19 Maintenance Tips 20 Warranty Information 21 22 Return for Repair Policy 22 23 2 ...

Page 3: ...lumbing and automotive maintenance and repair not to mention any unusual situations a do it yourselfer might subject it to The unit s thermoplastic rubber TPR housing and integral LCD are certified drop proof to a height of 1m 3 4 ft The system can be operated with one hand leaving the other hand free to use tools The grip and LCD get their input from a camera tipped probe The probe that comes wit...

Page 4: ...om and flip functions make The PalmScope an even more valuable inspection tool Doubling the size of any component in the video frame makes it less likely that any problem will be overlooked The reason to invert video is to align the probe s field of view with its real world surroundings in practical terms this function makes it easier to read upside down labels and serial numbers by flipping them ...

Page 5: ...mm high contrast color LCD Four camera lighting LEDs produce bright crisp video Four screen controls for brightness 1 to 4X zoom 180 image flip Powered by four AAA batteries On screen low battery icon CE and RoHS approved 1 year limited warranty SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not use The PalmScope to inspect environments known or suspected to contain exposed electrical wiring Do not use it in the presence...

Page 6: ...g the four probe tip accessories the 45 mirror pickup hook magnetic pickup and thread protector A nylon pouch with a belt clip This user s manual PRODUCT OVERVIEW Fig 1 shows The PalmScope and its accessories Fig 2 shows the positions of its display controls and physical structures Familiarize yourself with their names and functions before moving on to the Setup Instructions and Operating Instruct...

Page 7: ...e the four probe tip accessories and the nylon pouch with belt clip Inside the pouch is a small plastic bag containing the following probe tip accessories A Pickup hook B 45 mirror C Magnetic pickup D Thread protector 7 ...

Page 8: ...ghts C button Inverts video 180 D button Powers unit on and off E button Enlarges video frame up to 4X Each button press increases zoom level by factor of 0 5 F button Decreases brightness of 4 camera LED lights G Lanyard attachment bar H Lens cap I Camera head J Flexible obedient probe K Probe exit port ...

Page 9: ...he back of the unit To install batteries Use a Phillips head screwdriver to loosen the two screws securing the battery compartment cover Fig 2 Callout N Remove the cover and set it aside Load four AAA batteries into the compartment using the polarity markings within it as a guide Replace the battery compartment cover and secure it by tightening the Phillips head screws 9 N K L M ...

Page 10: ...e latches see figure above The clamshell case will pop open Note that the probe is tightly wrapped within a twisting channel that makes two full turns around the inside of the clamshell The probe can be uncoiled to either of two working lengths see photos at top of next page Unwrapping only one full turn will make the probe 12 5 in long Unwrapping both turns will make the probe 24 in long 10 ...

Page 11: ...to reach most of your inspection targets select that shorter length at 12 5 in the probe is light enough at 12 5 in long to be extended horizontally Whichever probe length you choose before you can use the unit you must re coil the unextended section of probe within the channel inside the clamshell and then squeeze the clamshell shut To protect the internals of the unit from being damaged by a fal...

Page 12: ...Take care that the lanyard does not accidentally get tangled up with the probe as you coil it If you chose the shorter probe length you will not have to wrap the unextended probe section at all All you must do is make sure to wrap that section within the part of the internal channel nearer the front of the unit 12 ...

Page 13: ...hin both semicircular sections of the top of the housing comprising the probe s exit port Fig 2 Callout K Finally squeeze the two halves of the clamshell together to close it The clamshell is not properly closed until you hear the latches snap If you chose the longer probe length you will have to wrap a long section of probe within two turns of the channel inside the clamshell see sequence of six ...

Page 14: ...ithout crossing over the channel boundaries Before squeezing the two halves of the clamshell together to close it check that the entire probe is within the channel and that the camera head is within both semicircular sections of the exit port Finally squeeze the two halves of the clamshell together to close it The 14 ...

Page 15: ...nish wrapping the probe see photo at right you will not be able to squeeze the clamshell shut You must start over ATTACH THREAD PROTECTOR OR ACCESSORY The PalmScope comes with four accessories that screw onto the camera tipped end of the probe Each accessory has a specific purpose The 45 mirror lets the probe see around corners The pickup hook lets you retrieve otherwise inaccessible items seen by...

Page 16: ... use The PalmScope for the first time Remove it before attaching any of the three other accessories Reattach the thread protector after removing an accessory Never expose the threads of the probe tip to the dangers of an inspection session OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS QUICK START PROCEDURE 1 Before you use the PalmScope for the first time carefully peel off and discard the plastic film protecting the LC...

Page 17: ...utton Fig 2 Callout B to increase the brightness of the camera s LEDs 6 Press the button Fig 2 Callout F to decrease the LEDs brightness 7 Press the button Fig 2 Callout C to flip the video rotate it 180 Press the button again to undo the inversion Use the arrow stenciled on the camera head to orient video up and down for example to read text or serial numbers 8 Press the button to enlarge the vid...

Page 18: ...ize 1X viewing To power off The PalmScope press and hold the button for at least 3 seconds The PalmScope is designed to be powered for several hours by the same set of four AAA batteries A low battery icon will appear on screen when the total battery charge drops below an operational threshold To replace the batteries follow the procedure on p 10 of this manual 18 ...

Page 19: ...xible obedient Camera Field of View 60 Camera Depth of Field 1 in 25mm to 10 ft 25mm to 3m Camera Light Source 4 adjustable brightness white LEDs Impact Resistance From height of 1m 39 in Probe Camera Head Water Dust Resistance Level IP67 Battery Life 3 hours typical Operating Temperature Humidity 32 to 113 F 0 to 45 C 5 to 95 RH Dimensions 5 4 x 2 9 x 1 5 in 136 x 73 x 39mm Weight of Grip 9 oz 25...

Page 20: ...ernal cables Remember to power off The PalmScope after each inspection session Do not get water on the LCD Do not bring the camera into contact with acid fire or hot objects by using the probe in a corrosive or extremely hot environment Avoid getting oil or gas on the camera head by shutting off vehicles during inspections If condensation forms inside the camera lens let it evaporate before using ...

Page 21: ...tive in material or workmanship The warranty period begins on the date of purchase You are encouraged to register your product online General will extend your warranty an additional 60 days if you register at www generaltools com ProductRegistry This warranty does not apply to damages that General determines to be from an attempted repair by non authorized personnel or misuse alterations normal we...

Page 22: ...equence of damage due to failure of or defect in any product including but not limited to any claims for loss of profits Register now at www generaltools com ProductRegistry to receive a 60 day extension to your warranty RETURN FOR REPAIR POLICY Every effort has been made to provide you with a reliable product of superior quality However in the event your instrument requires repair please contact ...

Page 23: ...n of our Service Center at this address General Tools Instruments 80 White Street New York NY 10013 212 431 6100 Remember to include a copy of your proof of purchase your return address and your phone number and or e mail address 23 ...

Page 24: ...2 431 6100 FAX 212 431 6499 TOLL FREE 800 697 8665 e mail sales generaltools com www generaltools com PCS55 User s Manual Specifications subject to change without notice 2013 GENERAL TOOLS INSTRUMENTS NOTICE WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS MAN PCS55 10 28 13 ...

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