Keep these operating instructions for future reference. Please note the following safety advice to avoid malfunctions, damage or physical injury: • Never spill liquid of any kind on the video display and the main body of the unit. • Do not immerse the camera and monitor in water. Store it in a dry place. • The image head and the cable are water resistant when the unit is fully assembled. • Do not use the camera if condensation forms inside the lens. Let the water evaporate before use. • Turn off the unit when not in use. • Remove the batteries before storing the unit for a long period of time. • Use only the size and type of battery specified. • Be sure to install the batteries with the correct polarity as indicated. INSTRUMENTS REED-Direct.com info@REED-Direct.com 1.888.610.7664 INSTRUMENTS...
Features • Camera and video functions save high resolution images and video • Comfortable pistol grip design • High resolution 2.5” color LCD monitor • 9mm waterproof (IP67) camera head • Gooseneck cable retains configured shape • Cable expandable up to 30 ft. (~9m) with extensions (optional) • Four high visibility LED lights provide illumination in dimly lit environments • Expandable memory up to 32Gb (SD card sold separately) • 180° mirror rotation function • Low battery indicator and auto shut off • Includes 9mm camera head, magnet, hook and mirror attachments, batteries, USB cable and hard carrying case INSTRUMENTS REED-Direct.com info@REED-Direct.com 1.888.610.7664 INSTRUMENTS...
Rotate Display Yes (180°) Playback Photo (JPEG) and Video (AVI) Digital Zoom Memory SD Card (up to 32Gb) Time and Date Stamp Data Output USB / SD Card LED Brightness Adjustment Yes (4 white LEDs) Low Battery Indicator Power Supply 4 “AA” Batteries Auto Power Off Yes (after 10 minutes) On-Screen Supported Languages English, German, French, Spanish Product Certifications CE, RoHS, IP67 (Camera Head) Operating Temperature 14 to 122°F (-10 to 50°C) Storage Temperature 14 to 113°F (-10 to 45°C) Operating Humidity Range 15 to 85% Dimensions 6 x 3 x 2” (152 x 76 x 51 mm) Weight 12.7oz (359g) INSTRUMENTS REED-Direct.com info@REED-Direct.com 1.888.610.7664 INSTRUMENTS...
Optional Accessories 9mm Replacement Camera Head (R8500-RCH) 3m Cable Extension (R8500-3MEXT) 3.9mm Camera Head (R8500-3.9MM) 9mm Camera with 5m Cable (R8500-5M9MM) 9.8mm Camera on 20m Cable Reel (R8500-20M) 5.5mm Camera with Articulating Head (R8500-ART) Operating Instructions Power On/Off Before using the unit for the fi rst time: • Ensure the time and date have been set • Ensure the SD card is inserted Press the power button to switch the device on. Press the power button to switch the device on. The camera image will appear on the screen. Battery indicator Camera Time/Date stamp To switch the device off press the power button again. To switch the device off press the power button again. INSTRUMENTS REED-Direct.com info@REED-Direct.com 1.888.610.7664...
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Camera Illumination The inspection camera is equipped with 4 dimmable LED lights in the camera head, which can be adjusted using the navigation/brightness keys. Press to increase brightness. Press to increase brightness. Press to reduce brightness. Press to reduce brightness. Rotating the display Press and hold the button for 1.5 seconds to rotate the display by Press and hold the button for 1.5 seconds to rotate the display by 180˚. Zoom function Press and hold the button for 1.5 seconds to increase digital Zoom Press and hold the button for 1.5 seconds to increase digital Zoom from x1 to x4. Menu Options The menu options are accessed by pressing the The menu options are accessed by pressing the MENU/OK button. MENU/OK button. To scroll up/down the menu press keys. press keys. press keys. To select a menu item press the camera button. Select EXIT to return to the previous menu or exit the menu options. INSTRUMENTS REED-Direct.com info@REED-Direct.com 1.888.610.7664 INSTRUMENTS...
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Settings menu map (10 minutes power off ) INSTRUMENTS REED-Direct.com info@REED-Direct.com 1.888.610.7664 INSTRUMENTS...
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Set Date / Time Use the navigation keys Use the navigation keys Use the navigation keys to edit the time and date. Camera & Video Operation Inserting SD card Before using the camera or video function an SD card must be inserted into the card slot. Please note the card must be inserted with contacts facing upwards. INSTRUMENTS REED-Direct.com info@REED-Direct.com 1.888.610.7664 INSTRUMENTS...
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The screen will then show the SD card icon. Camera Press the camera button to take a picture. INSTRUMENTS REED-Direct.com info@REED-Direct.com 1.888.610.7664 INSTRUMENTS...
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Image Management 1. Push “MENU” button. 2. Scroll down and select “ Playback”. 3. Use the navigation keys 3. Use the navigation keys to choose the image you would like to delete. INSTRUMENTS REED-Direct.com info@REED-Direct.com 1.888.610.7664 INSTRUMENTS...
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4. Press then select “Delete Current”. 5. Confi rm by selecting “Yes”. Playback Use the navigation keys to select playback. Use the navigation keys to select playback. Use the navigation keys to select playback. INSTRUMENTS REED-Direct.com info@REED-Direct.com 1.888.610.7664 INSTRUMENTS...
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Formating the SD card Select ‘Yes’ to format all data on the SD card. Select ‘No’ to exit without formatting. Setting frame rate Select between 3 different Frame Rates. Transferring files to a computer Connect the USB cable to the mini USB port and computer USB port. The computer will then detect unit as a removable disk. Files can now be copied to a computer as required. INSTRUMENTS REED-Direct.com info@REED-Direct.com 1.888.610.7664 INSTRUMENTS...
Battery Replacement 1. Remove battery cover. 2. Remove battery compartment and insert new “AA” batteries into battery compartment. Proper battery orientation is indicated on the battery compartment. 3. Reinstall battery compartment, battery cover and screw. For service on this or any other REED product or information on other REED products, contact REED Instruments at info@reedinstruments.com. Notes ______________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ INSTRUMENTS REED-Direct.com info@REED-Direct.com 1.888.610.7664 INSTRUMENTS...
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