USER MANUAL Compact Borescope
MODEL BR90
Table of contents
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1.1
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for selecting the Extech BR90 Compact Borescope. This device provides real-time video monitoring and is ideal for inspecting the interior of pipelines, conduits, and other narrow spaces. The BR90 is useful in the instal lation of appliances, electronic equipment, fixtures, and is handy for vehicle troubleshooting and maintenance.
We ship this device fully tested and calibrated and, with proper use, it will pro vide years of reliable service. Please visit our website (https://www.extech.
com) for additional information including the latest version of this User Manual and Customer Support.
Features
• Waterproof (IP67) 8 mm (0.3 in.) diameter camera with 77 cm (2.5 ft.) flexi ble goose–neck cable • 640 x 480 pixel resolution camera with four bright LED lamps and dimmer function • Glare-free close-up field of view • Large 109 mm (4.3 in.) colour TFT monitor • 180° image rotation and mirror (flip) features • Adjustable display brightness and 2x digital Zoom • Video output for real-time viewing on external monitor • Low battery status indicator #NAS100023; r. AC/63396/63396; en-GB 1
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Figure 1.1
Product Description 1. Video monitor 2. 180° rotation and image mirror (flip) button 3. Monitor brightness adjust button 4. Camera 5. Power ON/OFF indicator 6. Power ON/OFF button 7. Camera LED brightness adjust button 8. Zoom button 9. Video output signal port Note: Accessories, battery compartment, and camera cable storage are not pictured in Figure 1. These items are pictured in later sections.
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PACKING LIST
The BR90 package contains the following equipment: • BR90 Borescope • User Manual • 4 x AA batteries • Soft carry-case • Magnet accessory • Single hook accessory #NAS100023; r. AC/63396/63396; en-GB 2
• Mirror accessory • Attachment fixture
1.4
OPERATION
1.4.1
Battery Installation
The BR90 is powered by four 1.5V AA batteries. To install the batteries, open the rear battery compartment using the latches as shown Figure 2 (item 1).
Observe correct polarity when installing batteries. Ensure that the battery compartment is completely closed before use. The battery status indicator ap pears on the upper left corner of the video monitor for convenience.
Figure 1.2
Opening tabs for battery compartment (1) and cable storage (2).
Never dispose of used batteries or rechargeable batteries in house hold waste. As consumers, users are legally required to take used batteries to appropriate collection sites, the retail store where the batteries were pur chased, or wherever batteries are sold.
1.4.2
Powering the BR90
To switch the BR90 ON, long press the Power ON/OFF button (top, right) until the power indicator lamp lights. Long press again to switch OFF.
1.4.3
Accessing the Camera Cable
The camera cable is stored in the BR90 housing. To access the cable, press the two compartment tabs, as shown in Figure 2 (item 2). Release a length of #NAS100023; r. AC/63396/63396; en-GB 3
cable as required and snap the housing shut. To store the cable after use: open the housing, coil the cable inside the housing, and snap the housing closed.
1.4.4
Accessory Installation
Place the single hook (B) or mirror (A) into the hole on the camera lens as in dicated by the arrow in the diagram below, and then push the attachment fix ture (C), as shown below, to secure it.
Figure 1.3
Accessory Installation Insert the magnet (E) into the attachment fixture (D), with the pointed end placed in the hole on the lens as indicated by the arrow in the diagram below, and then tighten the attachment fixture, as shown, to secure it.
Figure 1.4
Accessory Installation continued
1.4.5
Camera LED Brightness Adjust
When lighting in the area under inspection is inadequate, use the LED Bright ness Adjust button (middle, right) to adjust the level. Short presses will step through the available brightness levels.
1.4.6
Monitor Brightness Adjust
Use the LED Brightness Adjust button (top, left) to adjust the level. Short presses will step through the available brightness levels.
1.4.7
Zoom Function
To zoom the camera image, use the Zoom button (bottom, right). Press once to zoom 1.5x, press again to zoom 2x, and press again to return to normal view.
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180° Image Rotation and Mirror Image Adjust
Press the Image Rotation/Mirror button (bottom, left) to rotate the image 180°.
Press again to flip the image (mirror mode). Press again to return to normal view mode.
1.5
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
1. Do not forcibly bend the camera cable, the minimum bend radius is 25 mm (1 in.); damage to the instrument can result.
2. The camera cable is waterproof (IP67) but the main instrument is not.
Please protect the main instrument from liquid and moisture.
3. Remove the batteries when the BR90 is to be stored for extended periods.
4. Disposal: Do not dispose of this instrument in household waste. The user is obligated to take end-of-life devices to a designated collection point for the disposal of electrical and electronic equipment.
1.6
FCC COMPLIANCE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc tions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television recep tion, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: 1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
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2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
WARNING
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
1.7
SPECIFICATIONS
Camera diameter Image sensor Effective pixels Focus distance Horizontal viewing angle Cable length Cable dimensions Cable bend radius IP rating Power supply Display type and dimensions Image Zoom ratio Video format LED brightness Power consumption Monitor dimensions Operating temperature Storage temperature Operating humidity Product weight 8 mm (0.3 in.) 1/9”, CMOS 640 x 480 resolution 3~ 8 cm (1.2 ~ 3.1”) approximately 50° 77 cm (2.5 ft.) 4.4 mm (0.2”) diameter; 77 cm (2.5 ft.) length 25 mm (1”) minimum IP67 waterproof (cable only and excluding the cable connection to the main instrument) 4 x 1.5V AA batteries 109 mm (4.3”) Color TFT display 1.5x and 2x NTSC 200 lux (8 cm [3.1”] from camera head to object) and 1300 lux (3 cm [2.1”] from cam era head to object) 1.5 Watts, max.
180 x 36 x 89 mm (7.1 x 3.5 x 1.4”) -10 ~ 50 ℃ (14 ~ 122 ℉ ) -20 ~ 60 ℃ (–4 ~ 140 ℉ ) 15% ~ 85% RH 325g (11.5 oz.) #NAS100023; r. AC/63396/63396; en-GB 6
1.8
TWO-YEAR WARRANTY
FLIR Systems, Inc. warrants this Extech brand instrument
to be free of defects in parts and workmanship for ranty text please visit:
two years
from date of shipment (a six month limited warranty applies to sensors and cables). To view the full war https://www.extech.com/warranty .
1.9
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
Customer Support Telephone: U.S. (866) 477-3687; International +1 (603) 324-7800 Calibration, Repair, and Returns e-mail: [email protected]
Technical Support: https://support.flir.com
Website: https://www.extech.com
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