The Olympus IPLEX TX (IV8200T) is an industrial videoscope designed for inspecting and observing the interior of machinery, equipment, materials, and other objects without causing damage. It is a portable and user-replaceable scope unit, making it suitable for various industrial inspection tasks.
Function Description:
The IPLEX TX allows users to visually inspect hard-to-reach areas, record still images and moving images, and display PDF files on its LCD monitor. It features angulation control for precise navigation of the insertion tube and adjustable illumination at the distal end. The device supports external monitor output for live image display and allows for post-inspection analysis of recorded images on a PC using IPLEX VIEWER PLUS software.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Optical System:
- Field of view: 80°
- Direction of view: Forward
- Depth of field: 3 mm to 70 mm
- Illumination: White LED light guided from the control unit to the distal end.
- Distal End:
- Outer diameter: Less than ø2.4 mm
- Distal end rigid section length: 10 mm
- Angulation: 135° (in UP and DOWN directions when insertion tube is straight)
- Flexible Section:
- Flexibility: Fixed hard tube from the distal end to the control unit.
- Outer diameter: Less than ø2.4 mm
- Total length: 1.2 m
- Control Unit:
- Dimensions: 49(W) x 59(H) x 334(L) mm (without insertion tube and cable)
- Weight: Approx. 300g (without insertion tube and universal cable)
- LCD Panel: 6.5" TFT full-color low ambient light reflective type
- Input/Output Connector:
- Video signal outputs: One RCA jack output for composite (VBS) video (live image only)
- USB connector: One connector, USB 2.0 compatible
- Power Supply:
- Battery: NC2040NO29 or NC2040OL24 (Nominal voltage: 10.8V). Operating time: Approx. 150 minutes (new battery).
- AC adapter: Input 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz; Output 12V.
- Battery charger: CH5000C or CH5000X (Input 90-260V AC, 50/60Hz).
- Operating voltage range: 7.5V to 12.6V (battery-powered), 11.4V to 12.6V (AC adapter-powered).
- Power consumption: MAX 9 W
- Still Image Recording:
- Resolution: NTSC: H640 x V480 (pixels); PAL: H768 x V576 (pixels)
- Recording format: Compressed JPEG (Exif 2 compliant).
- Storage: USB flash drive (Approx. 300 KB per still image, 3,400 images per 1GB).
- Moving Image Recording:
- Resolution: H640 x V480 (pixel)
- Recording format: AVI MPEG-4 (fixed compression rates).
- Storage: USB flash drive (Approx. 500 KB/sec, 30 minutes per 1GB).
- Operating Environment:
- Insertion tube: Air -25 to 80°C, Water 10 to 30°C.
- Parts other than insertion tube: Air -10 to 40°C (battery), 0 to 40°C (AC adapter).
- Atmospheric pressure: Normal pressure (1,013 hPa) in air; 1,013 to 1,135 hPa in water.
- Humidity: 15 to 90% (relative humidity).
- Liquid resistance: Insertion tube - no trouble with machine oil, light oil, 5% saline solution.
- Waterproofing: Insertion tube - waterproof; Other parts - drip-proof (not watertight if covers/caps are open).
- Carrying Case: 600(W) x 426.5(H) x 133(D) mm, Approx. 3kg (7.4kg with all accessories stowed).
Usage Features:
- Intuitive Operation: The device features a button control unit with clearly labeled buttons for various functions, including power, light, angulation, freeze/record, view, and live/wider.
- Image Display Adjustment:
- Still Image Display (Freeze): Short-press [FRZ/REC] to freeze a live image.
- Zoom: Use [T] and [W] buttons to enlarge (up to 2x) or reduce (down to 0.5x) images. Digital zoom may cause slight coarseness.
- Brightness Adjustment: Use [BRT ▲]/[BRT ▼] buttons to adjust overall image brightness.
- Gain Mode Switching: [LIVE/WIDER] button cycles through AUTO, WIDER1, and WIDER2 gain modes for optimal brightness in various conditions, including high-sensitivity monochrome boost for very dark subjects.
- Image Recording:
- Still Images: Short-press [FRZ/REC] to freeze, then long-press [FRZ/REC] to record.
- Moving Images: Press [FRZ/REC] to record a still image, then select "YES" and short-press [ENT/MENU] to start moving image recording. Short-press [FRZ/REC] to stop.
- File Naming: Automatic sequential numbering. Option to append letters (_A, _B, _C) for categorization.
- On-screen Information: Option to record date, time, title, and logo onto still images.
- Image Playback:
- Retrieve Screen: Short-press [VIEW] to display the newest recorded image in full-screen. Use [T]/[W] buttons for slide retrieval.
- Thumbnail Screen: Long-press [VIEW] to display a multi-image view (nine images per screen). Allows selection of multiple images for moving or deleting.
- PDF File Display: Create a "PDF" folder on a USB flash drive, copy PDF files, and connect to the main unit to display them on the LCD monitor. Features include page navigation, zoom, rotation, and display of file information.
- External Monitor Output: Connects to a commercially available external monitor via RCA pin plug for live image display.
- PC Connectivity: Recorded images can be transferred to a PC via USB flash drive and viewed/analyzed using Olympus IPLEX VIEWER PLUS software.
- Customization:
- Title Input: Enter up to 30 characters using an on-screen keyboard or select from preset titles.
- Language Selection: Choose display language for menus and messages.
- Date and Time Settings: Configure date and time, which is recorded with images.
- Folder Management: Specify folders for image recording and playback. Copy, move, and rename image files.
- USB Flash Drive Formatting: Initialize USB flash drives directly on the instrument.
- Beep Sound: Enable/disable beep sounds.
- Scope Initialization: Initialize scope settings, especially after replacing a scope unit.
- Ergonomics: Handle can be adjusted to serve as a stand for flat surface observation. Can be hung using an S-hook or string, or mounted on a tripod. Optional shoulder belt for hands-free operation.
Maintenance Features:
- Battery Replacement: User-replaceable battery. Instructions provided for safe removal and insertion.
- Cleaning:
- Distal End: Wipe with a clean, soft gauze or cotton swab, using absolute ethanol or isopropyl alcohol if needed, to remove dirt or water from the objective lens and illumination.
- Insertion Tube: Wipe with a soft cloth for dirt. For dirty water, machine oil, or other liquids, use a soft cloth or cotton swab with neutral detergent, then clean water, and dry thoroughly. Immediate cleaning after use is recommended to prevent corrosion. Avoid hard cloths or brushes.
- Control Unit: Wipe with a soft cloth dampened with clean water, then a clean, dry cloth.
- LCD Monitor: Wipe with a soft cloth dampened with clean water, then a clean, dry cloth. Avoid chemically treated cloths, strong detergents, benzene, alcohol, or hard/dirty cloths to prevent damage.
- Main Unit: Wipe with a soft cloth dampened with clean water, then a clean, dry cloth. Clean battery cover, video cap, and AC adapter terminal cap. Avoid rinsing with running water.
- Scope Unit Replacement: The scope unit is user-replaceable if damaged. Instructions detail how to loosen the fastening ring, remove the old unit, and connect/initialize a new one.
- Storage Precautions: Store in normal room temperature and humidity, with power off, battery removed, angulation lock unlocked, and angulation section straight, in the carrying case on a level, clean, dry, and stable surface. Avoid severe bending, pulling, twisting, crushing, or heat exposure for cables.
The IPLEX TX is designed for robust industrial use, emphasizing ease of operation, comprehensive imaging capabilities, and straightforward maintenance.
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