About this manual
This manual provides comprehensive operating instructions for the P350 flexitrax
pipeline video inspection system.
Before attempting to operate the P350 flexitrax system it is very important that you read this manual, noting all safety
warnings and procedures.
Once you have read this manual, it is recommended that you retain it for reference purposes. A printed version of this
manual is available on request - please contact your local Pearpoint representative. The rest of the manual is detailed
as follows.
Section 1: Includes annotated illustrations of the command module, powered and manual drums and selected
accessories.
Section 2: Provides a detailed guide to assembling the system ready for conducting inspections.
Section 3: Provides a comprehensive introduction to using and configuring the command module and various system
settings.
Section 4: Introduces the basics of pipeline inspections and describes how to deploy and drive the crawler, create
video recordings and control the camera during an inspection.
Section 5: Introduces the concepts of how to create reports.
Section 6: Introduces how to review your work through the browser windows.
Section 7: Introduces the files browser and general operations.
Section 8: Provides a comprehensive guide to digital video options and settings. Section 8 also includes a guide to
converting and distributing videos for playback on computers and other video equipment.
Appendix: Includes reference and other important information as well as instructions on caring for and maintaining
your P350 system.
Overview
The P350 flexitrax is an advanced pipeline video inspection system that is ideal for a broad range of applications. This
system allows operators to identify and document pipeline faults using digital video recording technology.
The P350 flexitrax is a fully modular system; the command module can drive any combination of drums, cameras and
crawlers and is also compatible with the P340 flexiprobe™ range of pushrod reels and cameras. System components
can be purchased as individual components or as complete systems.
Latest Software updates and information
Pearpoint may have released new system software, user documentation or other information after you purchased your
system.
You can download the latest software, documentation and application notes from www.pearpoint.com. For more
information about checking and upgrading your system’s software, please refer to section 3.9