User's Guide Video Borescope Models BR200 and BR250
Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of this Extech BR200 (17mm camera head) or BR250 (9mm camera head) Video Borescope. This instrument was designed for use as a remote inspection device. It can be used to peer into tight spots and then supply real-time video and images that can be recorded. Typical applications include HVAC inspection, automotive inspection, cable routing, and automotive/boat/aircraft inspection.
Supplied Equipment 1. Camera 2. LCD Monitor 3. Monitor Adaptor 4. Adaptor cable 5. Accessory Magnet / Hook / Mirror 6. Magnetic mount 7. Flex cable and camera head 8. Software 9. 4 AA Batteries 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 3 BR200-BR250-EN-V6.
Description 1 Signal output 2 Power Indicator 3 Power On/Off, Dimmer 4 Flexible tube 5 Camera head and LED’s 6 OK 7 Up, video or jpg 8 Menu 9 Down. Channel select (4) 1 2 3 4 5 10 Power On/Off 6 7 8 9 11 Power Indicator 12 USB Socket 13 Video output 10 14 SD card socket 15 Power supply socket 11 16 Reset 12 17 Signal input 13 14 15 16 17 4 BR200-BR250-EN-V6.
Installation Install the batteries into the instrument body, charge the monitor battery, connect the camera and flexible tube to the body, insert the micro SD card. Install any accessory as needed. Battery Installation Connect Monitor Power The monitor has a rechargeable battery. Plug in the AC adaptor and connect the cable to the DC5V socket on the monitor.
Connect the camera and flexible tube Connect the camera tube to the instrument body; ensure that the keyed ends are properly aligned. Once aligned, tighten the knurled knob to hold the connection firmly in place. Warning. Permanent damage to the flex tube and loss of operation will occur if the flex tube is subjected to narrow radius or sharp angle bends. Inserting the micro SD card Insert card with arrow pointing toward slot. Gently apply pressure until card locks into the spring loaded slot.
Installing the accessory tools BR200 The included accessories (mirror, hook and magnet) all attach to the camera in the same manner. Refer to the diagrams below: Installing the accessory tools BR250 Hook the attachment into the hole in the head and then slide the rubber sleeve over the attachment shaft Attaching the Monitor to the instrument body 7 BR200-BR250-EN-V6.
Connect the USB Cable Use the USB cable to connect the monitor to a PC. The USB online icon will appear on the PC. Open My Computer on the PC, and locate the Mobile Disk. The Mobile disk can be used and accessed in the same manner as any external hard drive. Video Output Insert the video cable into the VIDEO OUT socket on the monitor. Insert the other end of the cable into the VIDEO IN jack of a TV or other monitor. The LCD Monitor will output a high quality video image.
Operation Basic Operation 1. Turn the ON/OFF dial switch to power the camera. The power indicator will switch on. The switch then acts as a dimmer for the two LEDs on the imager head of the camera. 2. Press and hold the monitor power switch for at least 2 seconds and the power indicator will illuminate green and a Welcome screen will appear. 3. Before attaching the monitor to the instrument body, press the down arrow button to select channel 4. The real time image will appear on the display LCD monitor.
1 1. Battery capacity 2. Function icon (video/photo) 3. Recording in progress 4. Channel 5. Date 6. Time Stamp 7. REC Time remaining 8. SD card 3 2 4 CH 4 2009/07/28 11:12:31 5 6 [0] 8 7 Viewing a Photo or Video 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. In the Real-Time Monitoring mode, press to display a list of dated playback folders Use the ▼▲keys to select the desired folder. Press OK to open the selected folder and view a list of photo or video files.
Delete a Single Video Or Photo 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. In the Real-Time Monitoring mode, press to display a list of dated playback folders Use the ▼▲keys to select the desired folder. Press OK to open the selected folder and view a list of photo or video files. 2009-06-10 13:00:24 VID” 13:00:24 VID” 13:00:24 VID” 13:00:24 VID 0001/0004 Files are listed by time followed by (VID”) for photos or (VID) for videos Use the ▼▲keys to select a file. 7. 8.
Settings Mode Press and hold Mode. for at least two seconds to enter the Settings Language Settings 1. In Settings Mode, use the arrow keys to select SYSTEM SETTING (green icon). 2. Press OK to call up the SYSTEM icon list 3. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Language icon (globe) 4. Press OK and the Language icon list will appear (flags) 5. Use the arrow keys to highlight the desired language 6. Press OK to select the highlighted language and exit Video System Settings 1.
Restoring Factory Default Settings 1. In Settings Mode, use the arrow keys to select SYSTEM SETTING (green icon). 2. Press OK to call up the SYSTEM icon list 3. Use the arrow keys to highlight the DEFAULT icon (red) 4. Press OK and the DEFAULT selection screen will appear (YES, NO) 5. Use the arrow keys to highlight the desired response 6. Press OK to accept the selection and exit View Version 1. In Settings Mode, use the arrow keys to select SYSTEM SETTING (green icon). 2.
Time Stamp ON OFF Setting 1. In Settings Mode, use the arrow keys to select RECORDER SETTING (red icon). 2. Press OK to call up the RECORDER options 3. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Time Stamp icon (purple) 4. Press OK to open the parameter 5. Use the arrows to select ON or OFF 6. Press OK to confirm Date/Time Setting 1. In Settings Mode, use the arrow keys to select DATE-TIME SETTING (yellow icon). 2. Press OK to call up Date and Time Settings window 3. Use OK to tab through the fields 4.
Troubleshooting: Power Reset for the LCD Unit In the event of a power failure in the BR200/250 LCD display unit, follow the steps below to perform a power reset: 1. Un-dock the LCD module from the BR200/250 pistol-grip base unit. 2. Connect the AC adapter to the LCD module and the appropriate AC power source. 3. Locate the Reset port on the reverse side of the LCD module (labeled Reset). 4. Momentarily press the Power Reset button for at least 2 seconds and then release. 5.
Dimensions (W D H) Weight (approx) Camera head Diameter Operating Temperature MONITOR LCD Screen Type Effective Pixels Video System Transmission Frequency Exterior Supply Voltage Consumption Current (Max.) Charge Time Work Time Video Output Level Receiving Sensitivity Dimensions (W x D x H) Weight (Approx) Operating Temperature Operating Humidity (Max.) 186 x 145 x 41(mm) (Exclude Flexible Tube) BR200: 530g BR250: 450g BR200: 0.67” (17mm) BR250: 0.36” (9mm) +14°F~+122°F 10°C~+50°C 3.5” TFT-LCD 320 (R.G.
Warranty (English) EXTECH INSTRUMENTS CORPORATION (A FLIR COMPANY) warrants this instrument to be free of defects in parts and workmanship for one year from date of shipment (a six month limited warranty applies to sensors and cables). If it should become necessary to return the instrument for service during or beyond the warranty period, contact the Customer Service Department at (781) 890-7440 ext. 210 for authorization or visit our website www.extech.com for contact information.
Garantía (Español) EXTECH INSTRUMENTS CORPORATION (UNA EMPRESA FLIR) garantiza este instrumento para estar libre de defectos en partes o mano de obra durante un año a partir de la fecha de embarque (se aplica una garantía limitada a seis meses para los cables y sensores). Si fuera necesario regresar el instrumento para servicio durante o después del periodo de garantía, llame al Departamento de Servicio a Clientes al teléfono (781) 890-7440 ext.
Garantie (Français) EXTECH APPAREILS CORPORATION (Une société FLIR) garantit que cet appareil est exempt de défauts matériels et de fabrication pendant un an à compter de la date d’envoi (une garantie limitée de six mois s’applique aux capteurs et câbles). Si le renvoi de l’appareil pour réparation devient nécessaire durant ou après la période de garantie, contactez le service client au (781) 890-7440 poste. 210 pour autorisation ou visitez notre site Web à l’adresse www.extech.
