Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel
Summary of Contents for Savox SearchCam 3000
- Page 1 SAVOX SEARCHCAM 3000 ® TECHNICAL SEARCH AND RESCUE CAMERA OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL www.savox.com...
-
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Power Saving Mode....................25 Quick Start - Single User Preference Settings ............25 Date and Time Settings ....................26 Date/Time ......................26 Information Menu ......................27 Memory Card Information ..................27 Battery Information ....................28 Close Menu ........................28 www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... - Page 3 Post Incident Inspection ....................38 System Packing and Storing ..................38 SC3000 SPECIFICATIONS ....................39 TROUBLESHOOTING......................40 WARRANTY ........................41 Exclusions ........................41 Relief ..........................41 Obtaining Warranty Service................... 41 Disclaimer ........................41 SERVICE ........................... 42 Service Centre ......................42 www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17...
- Page 4 SEARCHCAM 3000 OPERATIONS MANUAL SAVOX ® www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17...
-
Page 5: Overview
– The new XtraCharge firmware allows an operational time of up to 50% when used with the blue Savox batteries (included in this package). The blue batteries can be mixed matched with the previous black batteries but will not lead to any significant increase in operation time. -
Page 6: Searchcam 3000 - Kit 1 Contents
Power Supply for Gang Charger* 1902-26-015 Shoulder Sling 6010-06-003 Tube Strap (Not Shown) 6010-06-004 VOID Orientation Guide VOG-03 6010-90-002 Operation Manual 6010-90-000 Tube of Grease 6010-03-003 Warranty Card (Not Shown) 6010-90-003 Infrared Camera (Optional) 6010-02-002 Varies by country Kit 2 only www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 7: Searchcam 3000 - Kit 2 Contents
SEARCHCAM 3000 OPERATIONS MANUAL OVERVIEW ® SearchCam 3000 — Kit 2 Contents ® 6000-11-002 ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER QTY. SC3000 Kit1 6000-11-001 Long Tube Set 6010-01-001 Extension Tube 6010-01-002 Long Coiled Coax Cable 6010-04-003 Infrared Camera 6010-02-002 www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 8: General Precautions
CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this equipment, not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 9: Safety Precautions
75 feet (23 meters) deep, the Power Module and Video Display Unit are only splash proof. Do not immerse these parts of the system in water, this may result in permanent damage. www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 10: Searchcam® 3000 Configurations
Screw the collars of the Tube Set onto the Camera Head and the Power Module respectively. Make sure both collars are tight. Collars are designed for hand installation. DO NOT use tools to install the collars. COLLAR COLLAR SCREW SCREW www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... - Page 11 Twist the VDU clockwise until the plunger locks securely in place. Connect the cable from the VDU to the back of the Power Module. CONNECT Older versions of the SearchCam 3000 provided a sunshield to protect from a glaring screen when working under bright sunlight. The ClearSearch feature has a transreflective screen that adapts to the environment.
- Page 12 Power Module. Install the caps back onto the battery holders. Make sure the batteries are charged (see page 36). BATTERY CAPS ON/OFF SWITCH BATTERIES Step 5. Adjust the length of the shoulder sling to your comfort. SHOULDER SLING www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17...
-
Page 13: Camera Probe Configuration In Air
Camera Head Rope Coupler and connect it to the back of the Camera Head. EXTENSION CABLE FEED THROUGH CONNECT Step 2. Screw the Camera Head Rope Coupler onto the Camera Head as shown. The Coupler is designed for hand installation. DO NOT use tools to install the Coupler. SCREW ON www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... - Page 14 Lower the Camera Head into an air void by unwinding the Rope from its Reel. Make sure that the weight of the Camera Head is always taken by the rope, NOT the cable. The Reel may be used as an anchor. www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17...
-
Page 15: Camera Probe Configuration In Water
Lower the Camera Head into a void filled with water up to 75 feet (23 meters) deep by unwinding the Rope from its Reel. Make sure that the weight of the Camera Head is always taken by the rope, NOT the cable. The Reel may be used as an anchor. www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 16: Super Probe Configuration In Air
CONNECT AND SCREW ON EXTENSION SCREW ON CABLE Standard Length Tube Set with Extension Tube Reach Limits 82" – 133" (208cm – 338cm) Long Tube Set with Extension Tube Reach Limits 103" – 223" (261cm – 566cm) www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 17: Super Probe Configuration In Water
• Tighten the environmental sleeve until the two red arrows align. • Verify that the environmental sleeve does not move. • If over-tightened (it has been tightened past the red arrows lining up) DO NOT back up, as you will loosen the seal. www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 18: Powering Up The System
The system will take about 15 seconds to “boot up”. During "boot up" the screen may display a warning regarding the Environmental Sleeve. Please read this warning carefully and then press the red button on the VDU to accept and continue. ON/OFF BUTTON www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 19: Shutting Down
ON/OFF button for 3 seconds until the Red LED turns off. The system will take about 10 seconds to shut down. ON/OFF BUTTON Step 2. Wait until the VDU has fully shut down, then switch OFF the Power Module. SWITCH www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 20: Searchcam ® 3000 Controls
SDHC Card (see page 32). This function is also duplicated on the Video Display Unit. By default, this button is inactive to prevent accidental image capture (see page 21). www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 21: Display Controls
Press this button again to stop the reviewing. Note: Only the last picture/video will be shown. Restarting the SearchCam 3000 will disable this function until a new picture is taken. Audio is not available during the SC3000 recorded video playback. When viewing the recorded video on a PC, audio track is available. -
Page 22: Menu
SEARCHCAM 3000 OPERATIONS MANUAL MENU ® Menu Press the Menu button to access the menu or to exit a submenu. Camera Menu Camera Information Note: Press the Menu button to exit a submenu. www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 23: Camera Style
Camera Style This menu displays the type of camera currently in use. Photo File Management This menu allows you to delete all photo files stored on the SDHC Card. Note: Press the Menu button to exit a submenu. www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 24: Pistol Grip Image Capture
SEARCHCAM 3000 OPERATIONS MANUAL MENU ® Pistol Grip Image Capture This menu allows you to make the Pistol Grip Image Capture Button active or inactive. Video Menu Note: Press the Menu button to exit a submenu. www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 25: Video File Management
This menu allows you to delete all video files stored on the SDHC Card. On Screen Display This menu allows you to turn the On-Screen indicators On or Off. Note: Press the Menu button to exit a submenu. www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 26: Lcd Brightness
This menu allows you to set the brightness of the LCD display up or down. LCD Contrast This menu allows you to set the contrast of the LCD display up or down. Note: Press the Menu button to exit a submenu. www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 27: Mode Settings
® Mode Settings Headset Volume This menu allows you to set the default headset volume. Use the left and right arrows to adjust the volume up or down. Note: Press the Menu button to exit a submenu. www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 28: Power Saving Mode
Quick Start - Single User Preference Settings This menu allows you to save the current system settings, restore previous system settings, or revert to factory default system settings. Note: Press the Menu button to exit a submenu. www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 29: Date And Time Settings
This menu allows you to set the current date and time. Use the Up/Down arrow buttons on the VDU to change the parameter settings. Use the Left/Right arrow buttons to move to the next field. Note: Press the Menu button to exit a submenu. www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 30: Information Menu
Information Menu Memory Card Information This menu shows memory card statistics such as total space, used space, minutes of video recorded, number of photos recorded and available recording time. Note: Press the Menu button to exit a submenu. www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 31: Battery Information
Battery Information This menu shows remaining battery life. The top half of the indicator corresponds to right battery and the bottom half to the left battery. Close Menu Note: Press the Menu button to exit a submenu. www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 32: Using The Searchcam ® 3000 Camera
0 degree position. The latter feature is designed to ease the extraction of the Camera Head out of a void or a cavity. FORCED RESULT AWAY POSITION FORCED RESULT AWAY POSITION www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 33: Tube Sets
To disconnect the VDU completely: DO NOT TWIST Pull straight back. Grasp on both sides of the connector. *Connector is spring loaded. Pull straight back to release the locking tabs on connector. www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 34: Connecting The Headset
VDU. The PTT Rocker Switch controls the communication with the victim. Push the switch left or right to talk to the victim. Release the switch to listen to the victim’s response. HEADSET CONNECTION PTT ROCKER SWITCH www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 35: Inserting The Sdhc Or Sd Card
To insert into or remove the SDHC or SD card from the VDU, loosen the SD cover’s thumb screw and open the latch. Close the latch when finished. OPEN THE LATCH IN DRY CONDITIONS ONLY. SD CARD SLOT SD ACTIVITY LED SD CARD SLOT COVER CAPTIVE SDHC OR THUMB SCREW SD CARD www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 36: Camera Quick Disconnect (Qd)
With your right thumb pull the Quick Disconnect Latch away from the camera. With your left hand hold the camera, twist it counterclockwise then pull it away. TWIST AND PULL AWAY MOVE LATCH THIS WAY QUICK DISCONNECT LATCH www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... - Page 37 ...Then, push the camera in and turn it clockwise until the latch “clicks” into place. PUSH AND TWIST “CLICK” Note: If the camera change has been conducted with the SearchCam 3000 being ON but the new camera is not recognized, restart the SearchCam 3000 www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17...
-
Page 38: Using The Camera In A Vertical Orientation
The SearchCam 3000 is equipped ® with an Auxiliary Monitor Port. Any SearchCam 2000, Mongoose and ® Recon II display may be connected to the VDU. Battery life will decrease if a secondary display unit is connected. www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 39: Batteries
100°C [212°F]. Do not incinerate or expose to direct sunlight and high humidity. Do not crush, deform or puncture. Do not submerge in water. Improperly charging may cause the battery to flame. Use only Gang Charger Part No. 6010-05-003 supplied with the equipment. www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 40: Maintenance
General Maintenance Clean all the parts of the system before storing it. Pay attention to the cable connectors, sockets and all threaded connections, including tube set collars. Keeping dirt from the threads is critical for their smooth operation. www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 41: Environmental Considerations
• Clean all the parts of the system before storing it. Pay attention to the cable connectors, sockets and all threaded connections, including tube set collars. Keeping dirt from the threads is critical for their smooth operation. www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 42: Sc3000 Specifications
7.5” (19cm) Pistol Grip Included Weight 2.71lb (1.22Kg) with Batteries Power Two, Lithium Ion Battery Sticks Operating Time 2h Nominal at 60˚F (20˚C) BATTERIES Type Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery Stick Rating 7.2V, 3350 mAh Weight 0.24lb (0.108Kg) www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17... -
Page 43: Troubleshooting
If the system becomes unresponsive, shut the system down (see page 15). System Unresponsive If the VDU buttons are unresponsive, turn OFF the Power Module. If condensation develops inside the camera lens, contact Savox Condensation Behind the Camera Lens (800.546.3410 or 604.244.9323) for assistance. -
Page 44: Warranty
• Damage caused by common carrier or airline. Relief Savox will, at its option, repair or replace a defective unit or unit part that is covered by this warranty. As a matter of warranty policy, Savox will not refund the consumer’s purchase price. -
Page 45: Service
3000, contact Savox at 1-800-546-3405 for assistance. Always contact Savox before returning a system for service. For service outside North America, contact service by phone at 604-244-9323, by fax at 604-270-2138, by email at service@savox.com, or online at www.savox.com. Before you return the SearchCam 3000 for repairs or upgrades: ®... - Page 46 SEARCHCAM 3000 OPERATIONS MANUAL SAVOX ® Thank you for your support. Please visit our website to see how our other search and rescue gear can assist in your searches. www.savox.com www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17...
- Page 47 SEARCHCAM 3000 OPERATIONS MANUAL SAVOX ® www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17...
- Page 48 2025 SOUTH WEST 5TH STREET LINCOLN, NE 68522 USA www.savox.com 6010-90-000 R17 SearchCam , Delsar , EntryLink , and TacTIC are registered trademarks of Savox. ® ® ® ® Specifications subject to change without prior notice. WeatherPak is a registered ®...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the SearchCam 3000 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers