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Summary of Contents for GridSense HighV Camera
- Page 2 Copyright © GridSense Inc 2010-2012 The material presented in this manual is copyright protected by GridSense Inc. Any reproduction in whole or in part for any purpose without the prior written consent of GridSense Inc is strictly prohibited. Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Applications ........................... 3 Approach Limits..........................3 Camera Components ........................5 Specifications ..........................7 Cautions............................7 Using the HighV Camera .......................... 9 Assembly ............................9 Operation ............................ 10 Camera Battery Removal for Charging or Replacement ............... 13 Battery Charging for Camera ....................... 14 Battery Charger LED Status ...................... -
Page 4: General Information
The camera is installed on a hotstick and guided from the ground or bucket truck surveying energized lines or equipment. A live wireless image is transmitted back to an Android® tablet running the GridSense HighV Camera App either attached to the user end of the hotstick or alternatively hand held by supporting personnel. - Page 5 Users must observe hotstick manufacturer’s ratings and standard approach limits when using the HighV Camera. The HighV Camera offers NO user protection. • We advise that users add an additional 300mm/1’ clearance to the standard hotstick approach limits at all times when mounting the screen to the hotstick.
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Page 6: Camera Components
In addition, a high intensity LED light ring is embedded in the camera for use in low light applications. Battery life of the camera is approximately 2 hours from full charge (without LED illumination). Highv Camera Manual -v1Nov7 2012.Docx page 5 of 18... - Page 7 Also included in the kit is a DC Inverter to provide in-vehicle charging of the Android tablet and the Camera battery pack. Carry Case: For safe transport, the camera comes in a fully protective, • watertight, hard cover case. Highv Camera Manual -v1Nov7 2012.Docx page 6 of 18...
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Page 8: Specifications
Image Recording Format JPEG, AVI 1.7 Cautions Rating: The HighV Camera is rated for use on energized equipment up to 345 kV • phase to phase. At no time should it be used around or come into contact with higher voltages. - Page 9 (but not limited to) the hotstick, bucket truck, approved clearances, approach limits and work practice standards. Touch Probe Rod: When operating the HighV Camera, the touch probe MUST be • installed and used at all times. This rod not only ensures the optimum focused distance for viewing equipment, but also protects the lens, lens cover and LED lights from impact damage.
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Page 10: Using The Highv Camera
3. Mount camera to sunrise attachment on hotstick and tighten butterfly nut firmly Android Tablet • Remove Tablet and hotstick attachment from case Attach bracket to hotstick 3. Insert Tablet into mount Highv Camera Manual -v1Nov7 2012.Docx page 9 of 18... -
Page 11: Operation
2.2 Operation To Power Camera On/Off: Press the power button located on the battery module. • To Power Android Table On/Off: Press the power button on the top of the tablet. • Highv Camera Manual -v1Nov7 2012.Docx page 10 of 18... - Page 12 • To begin using the HighV Camera, start the HighV Application from the tablet. Highv Camera Manual -v1Nov7 2012.Docx page 11 of 18...
- Page 13 Recording Images: • Press the snapshot button for a still image or the record button for video. Highv Camera Manual -v1Nov7 2012.Docx page 12 of 18...
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Page 14: Camera Battery Removal For Charging Or Replacement
After capturing images or videos, they can be viewed by pressing the soft menu key and then pressing the browse button. 2.3 Camera Battery Removal for Charging or Replacement 1. Rotate battery module counter-clockwise 2. Gently pull battery out from the camera housing Highv Camera Manual -v1Nov7 2012.Docx page 13 of 18... -
Page 15: Battery Charging For Camera
3. Connect the charger lead to the charge socket on the battery module 4. Switch on the Battery Module 5. Check status light on the charger for charge status 2.5 Battery Charger LED Status Solid Red (Charging) Solid green (Charging complete) Highv Camera Manual -v1Nov7 2012.Docx page 14 of 18... - Page 16 Highv Camera Manual -v1Nov7 2012.Docx page 15 of 18...
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Page 17: Troubleshooting
1. Check that the camera is turned on and that the LED’s are illuminated 2. Re-scan for camera 3.2 Android Tablet is stuck in “negotiating connection” mode 1. Restart the HighV Camera App a. If the problem persists: i. Power the camera on/off ii. -
Page 18: Content Checklist
€ Camera € Battery module € Camera Battery charger € Android tablet/ rugged rubber case € Android charger € Hotstick attachment for tablet € Automotive DC inverter for charging camera and tablet Highv Camera Manual -v1Nov7 2012.Docx page 17 of 18...
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