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99 Washington Street Melrose, MA 02176 Phone 781-665-1400 Toll Free 1-800-517-8431 Visit us at www.TestEquipmentDepot.com Operating manual Color monitor Wöhler VIS 400 The measure of technology...
Contents Contents General Information ......4 Operation Manual Information ....... 4 Notes ............. 4 Proper use ............. 4 Basic features ..........5 Transporting ..........5 Information on disposal ......... 5 Manufacturer ..........5 Important information ......6 Technical data ........8 Design and function ......
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Contents Information displayed on the monitor ..............26 11.1 Displaying the position of the camera head . 26 11.2 Time and date ..........26 Home function........27 Audio and video functions ....28 13.1 Recording ............ 28 13.2 Playback ............28 Capture images ........
Wohler VIS 400 Color Monitor. Please formation keep this manual for your information. The Wohler VIS 400 should be used by trained professionals for its intended use only. Warranty is voided by any damages caused by not following this manual.
General Information Basic features Device Scope of supply Wöhler VIS 400 color Color monitor monitor 12 V rechargeable battery Power pack: 18 V, 1.5 SD memory card 2 GB Protective case with anti-glare visor and carry strap Transporting To prevent damage to the Monitor use the original carrying case when transporting.
Important information Important information Eye protection WARNING! Never point a connected camera head at your own or somebody else's eyes when the monitor is switched on. The LEDs are extremely bright and can cause eye damage. WARNING! When connected, guide the rod with due care and attention.
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Important information Extraneous influences NOTE! Extraneous influences such as static discharges can cause the device to malfunction. If a malfunc- tion occurs, switch the monitor off and on again.
Technical data Technical data Description Details TFT display 7"/ 16:9 format Recording 2 GB SD card (2.5 h recording ca- pacity) Interface Mini USB port Video output FBAS signal Power supply 12 V NiMH recharge- able battery 2000 mAh Battery operating time Max.
Design and function Design and function Monitor 8, 9 8, 9 Fig. 1: Monitor and components Legend Front and side view: Display Loudspeaker Control panel Card slot for memory card Mini USB port Power pack connection Video out Eyelet to secure shoulder strap Eyelet to secure wrist strap 10 Microphone...
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Design and function Fig. 2: Monitor - rear view Legend Rear: 11 Battery compartment 12 Connection socket for camera cable or 13 Cable guide 14 Standard telescopic stand connection Test Equipment Depot - 800.517.8431 - 99 Washington Street Melrose, MA 02176 TestEquipmentDepot.com...
Design and function Control panel Fig. 3: Control panel The keys on the control panel have the following functions: ON/OFF key turns the whole camera system on/off (monitor and connected camera head). NOTE! The ON/OFF key is framed by a green light when the monitor is switched on and the battery is charged.
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Design and function Camera head operating keys (this function is active only if the pan&tilt camera head is connected, see accessories) Tilt the camera head 180° Camera head operating keys (this function is active only if the pan&tilt camera head is connected, see accessories). Rotate the camera head 360°...
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Design and function Camera head Ø 2”: Switch LEDs on and off. MENU key: Make settings PLAY key Playback recorded videos HOME key (this function is active only if the Ø 1 ½”, pan&tilt camera head is connected, see accessories). Aligns the camera head to a straight position –...
Connections Connection options The Wöhler VIS 400 monitor is a component of an expandable modular inspection sys- tem that the user can configure to meet the demands of any working environment. The various connection options are described below; please also refer to the Section “Acces- sories”.
Connections 6.1.1 Camera heads The camera head selected affects the display options on the monitor. It is possible to connect the following camera heads: Diameter Ø 2" Ø 2 " Ø 1 ½ " Ø 1 " Image ...
Connections 6.1.2 Camera cable The most effective method of inspecting things such as chimney and downpipes is from above. For example when standing on the roof. To do so, it is necessary to connect a camera cable to the moni- tor.
Connections Connecting the camera cable and camera head 6.2.1 Connecting the camera cable Flip up the eight-pole female connector lo- cated on the rear of the monitor (Fig 2, part 12). Insert the male connector of the camera cable or rod into the female connector, then turn the locking ring clockwise to secure the connec- tion.
Connections Allow the cable to hang down when you carry the monitor with the shoulder strap over your shoulder. Fig. 10: Carrying the camera in the cam- era case 6.2.2 Connecting the camera head Insert the male cable connector (or male camera rod connector) at the other end into the eight-pole female connector of the camera head, then turn the locking ring clockwise to secure the connec-...
It is only possible to switch on the camera again after the battery has been replaced with a charged battery or a power cable is connected to recharge Fig. 12: Control panel of Wöhler VIS 400 the battery in use. - ON/OFF key framed by flashing light...
Switching on the system and monitor Charging rechargeable batteries To recharge the battery, proceed as follows: Connect the power pack to the charger con- nection of the device and the main power supply. The lower half of the light framing the ON/OFF key flashes red during the recharging process;...
Monitor settings Monitor settings There are four openings on the right hand oft he monitor to adjust the monitor. With a pointed ob- ject press into these openings to adjust the moni- tor settings. Openings for adjusting the moni- tor settings Adjusting the Color With the keys ▼...
Monitor settings Transition from 16:9 Screen to 4:3 Screen The screen format can be changed from 16:9 to 4:3 or vice versa. Switch the monitor off. Press into the right monitor opening (▼☼ reduce brightness) and then press the on/off key of the camera.
Making settings via the menu Making settings via the menu After switching on the device, press the SHIFT The green light framing the SHIFT key lights up and an S is displayed in the middle at the bottom of the monitor. This indicates that SHIFT mode is active and the second functions marked in green on the keys are enabled.
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Making settings via the menu To define "Video 3" settings, proceed as follows: In the menu view, use the up arrow key to navigate to the MENU view and then use the right arrow key to select the Video tab. ...
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Making settings via the menu ter is switched off. This command allows the user to adjust the vol- ume when recorded audio is played back. This command allows the user to switch the mi- crophone ON or OFF. When the microphone is switched on the user is able to add an audio anno- tation, which will be played back together with the recorded video.
Information displayed on the monitor Information displayed on the monitor 11.1 Displaying the position of the camera head The position can only be displayed if a Ø 1 " or Ø 1 ½ " Wöhler camera head is con- nected. Pointer symbol A pointer symbol displayed in the top left corner of the screen always indicates the direction of...
Home function Home function It is only possible to activate the home function when the Ø 1 ½ " Wöhler camera head is connected. The home function ensures the camera head is automatically aligned to a straight position, ensur- ing the camera "looks straight ahead". Moreover, when the user presses the HOME key, the camera head aligns itself so that the display is parallel with the ground above (this function is...
Audio and video functions Audio and video functions 13.1 Recording Record video To begin recording a video, press the Record video key. The RECORD VIDEO key is framed by a red flashing light when recording is in process, and a red dot is displayed on the screen.
Capture images Playing back an audio anno- Any audio annotation will be played back together tation with the video. It is possible to select three differ- ent volume levels via menu item VOL (volume) to adjust the volume of the recording (see also Sec- tion 9).
Transferring images and videos to a PC Transferring images and videos to a PC Two options are available to transfer image files (.jpg) and video files (ASF): Read in the files on a PC from the SD memory card. ...
Play back videos on a PC Play back videos on a PC Put the CD included in the camera system into 17.1 Installing the the CD drive of the PC (the VLC viewer is also VLC viewer available for download free of charge via the VLC web page).
Guide accessories After launching the VLC Media Player, click 17.3 Output directory for "Tools" and then "Preferences". snapshots Select the "Video" symbol on the left. In the "Take video snapshots" area, click the "Browse ..." button and choose the folder in which you wish to store the snapshots.
Guide accessories Guide accessories This section contains some recommendations based on our experience about the se- lection of guide accessories for the inspection in tubes and ducts. As all pipes and chimney systems are different, the user has to decide about the guide accessory in every single case.
Faults Faults Fault description Possible cause To rectify Cannot start monitor. Rechargeable battery has Recharge battery or con- When the ON/OFF key is no charge left. nect monitor to electrical pressed, the light framing power supply. the key briefly lights up red.
Maintenance Maintenance 20.1 Replacing the dome of NOTE! the camera head Wöhler's Ø 1 ½ " pan&tilt camera head is supplied protected by a plastic dome, which can be re- placed if necessary. For example, if it becomes scratched, it is optional to fit this camera head with a glass dome for use in dry working environments.
Wöhler Camera Head Color Ø 1 ½ ", pan and tilt Order no. 8930 Wöhler Miniature Camera Head Color Ø 1 " Order no. 8920 Wöhler Cable Reel Wöhler VIS 400 Order no. 7816 Wöhler Camera Viper 42 with GRP camera rod Order no. 7307 Wöhler VIS Guidance Set 100...
Warranty VIS Video Inspection Systems Warranty VIS Video Inspection Systems WohlerUSA Inc. Warranty – Please read fully! VIS Video Inspection Systems: WohlerUSA Inc. warrants to the original end user (Cus- tomer) that this product will be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use, for one year from the date of original purchase from WohlerUSA Inc.
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Warranty VIS Video Inspection Systems Warranties Exclusive: If this product does not operate as warranted above, the Customer’s sole remedy for breach of that warranty shall be replacement or repair of the product or part. To the full extent allowed by law, the foregoing warranties and remedies are exclusive and are in lieu of all other warranties, terms, or conditions, express or implied, either in fact or by operation of law, statutory or otherwise, including warranties, terms, or conditions of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, satisfactory quality, correspondence with...
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Warranty VIS Video Inspection Systems Limitation of Liability: To the full extent allowed by law, WohlerUSA Inc. also excludes for itself and its suppliers any liability, whether based on contract or Tort (Including Negligence), for inciden- tal, consequential, indirect, special, or punitive damages of any kind for loss of business, profits, information or data or images, or other financial loss arising out of or in connection with the sale, installation, maintenance, use, performance, failure or interruption of this product, even if Woh- lerUSA Inc.
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