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  • Page 1 Digital Solutions Remote Visual Inspection XL Vu VideoProbe ® ™ Operating Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Long Exposure ............... 32 Inverse + ................33 Invert ..................34 Annotations ................35 Live Main Menu ................. 36 Light Output ................36 Image Control ................. 37 Image Brightness ..............38 Zoom Level ................. 39 Long Exposure ..............40 ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 3 Still Image Setup ..............73 Save Location ..............74 Format ................75 JPEG Quality ..............76 Audio Annotation Setup ............77 Playback Volume ............78 Record Volume ..............79 Steering ................80 Language Setup ..............81 System Tools ............... 82 ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 4 A. Optical Tip Table ..............134 B. Chemical Compatibility............137 C. Warranty ................138 D. Verifying Measurement Tips..........139 E. Environmental Compliance ..........140 F. Agency Certifications ............141 G. Creating a Personalized Logo File........143 ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 5 Table of Contents H. Open Source Software Availability ........144 I....................145 ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 6 Introduction ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 7: About This Manual

    The manual contains complete setup, operating, and maintenance instructions for the XL Vu video borescope system. The manual also provides a product overview, step-by-step procedures, and reference information.
  • Page 8 Introduction ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 9: Indicators, And Connectors

    Introduction Indicators, and Connectors LCD Screen USB2 Port Integrated 2.5 mm Headset/Microphone Jack VGA output Controls 2-hour Lithium Ion Battery Battery Locking Screw Battery Charge Indicator AC Adaptor Input USB1 Bay Insertion Tube Strap Insertion Tube ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 10: Controls

    Introduction Controls The following buttons control basic and advanced operation of the XL Vu VideoProbe. XL Vu ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 11 Activates screen command listed on system LCD. This key will most frequently serve to SELECT active menu choices. This key will also provide an alternative method to access the LIVE MAIN MENU. Press and hold the right soft key labeled GOTO for ~ 3 seconds. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 12: Symbols And Terms

    Do not use this system in explosive environments USE PROPERLY. Using any piece of this equipment in a manner not specified by the manufacturer may impair the product’s ability to protect the user from harm. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 13: General Cautions

    Safety Information General Cautions The following caution statements apply to use of the XL Vu device in general. Caution statements that apply specifically to particular procedures appear in the corresponding sections of the manual. HANDLE PROBE CAREFULLY. Keep the insertion tube away from sharp objects that might penetrate its outer sheath.

  • Page 14: Battery Warnings

    • Do not disassemble or modify the battery. Battery Communication Error: If the XL Vu shows this error message on the display, please contact your nearest customer support center. Using the battery outside its recommended operating range will result in degradation of the performance and service life.

  • Page 15: Symboles Et Termes Employés

    à des procédures particulières sont indiqués dans les sections correspondantes de ce manuel. Le système XL Vu et les outils de travail qui l’accompagnent ne doivent jamais entrer en contact direct avec une source de tension ou de courant. Évitez tout contact avec des conducteurs ou des bornes électriques sous tension.

  • Page 16: Mentions Générales « Attention

    Mentions générales « Attention » Les mentions « Attention » qui suivent s’appliquent à l’utilisation de l’appareil XL Vu en général. Les mentions « Attention » qui s’appliquent spécifiquement à des procédures particulières sont indiquées dans les sections correspondantes du manuel.

  • Page 17: Safety Information

    Lorsque vous stockez la batterie, veillez à la retirer de sa base. Plage de température recommandée pour le fonctionnement de la batterie Lithium-Ion. Décharge (à l’utilisation de l’appareil) : -20˚C à +46˚CRecharge , 0˚C à +40˚CStockage, -25˚C à +60˚C XL Vu™ VideoProbe ®...

  • Page 18: System Removal

    Getting Started System Removal Gently remove the insertion tube from the internal storage reel and lift the handset from the storage case. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 19: System Power On

    The system screen will display live video and screen prompts. The system is now ready for use. XL Vu RECORD GOTO Note: All batteries are shipped with a partial charge. Batteries should be fully charged prior to use. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 20: System Power Off

    System Storage Place the tip of the insertion tube into the orange funnel and gently feed into storage reel. Place the XL Vu handset into the designated foam cutout. LCD screen should face up. ®...

  • Page 21: Mounting Accessories

    Mounting Accessories Assemble the optional mounting accessories by screwing together the mini magic clamp, swivel ball, and handset holder. Secure the XL Vu mini magic clamp and place the XL Vu system in the handset holder. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 22: Battery

    The battery is keyed and may only be installed in the proper orientation. Removing Battery Using a slotted screw driver or coin, turn the locking screw counterclockwise and release the battery. Note: Do not remove battery while system is operating. Battery Locking Screw ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 23: Battery Charge Level

    Charging Battery Plug the included AC to DC power adaptor into a suitable AC power source and connect the DC output of the battery charger into the XL Vu battery. The LED battery lights will illuminate according to the amount of charge attained.

  • Page 24: Keyboard Support

    USB ports. For a list of approved keyboards, contact your sales representative or customer support. The function keys on the keyboard act as the keys on the XL Vu: F1: Menu Function on Joystick F2: Left Soft Key F3: Power/Exit Key F4: Steer &...

  • Page 25: Saving Images And Video

    When the video is stopped, it will automatically save to the default location. Note: See measurement section for instructions on saving images for future remeasurement on the XL Vu or a PC. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 26: Optical Tips

    Do not over tighten. Pull gently on the tip to ensure proper attachment to the probe. NOTE: Never use tools or excessive force to install or remove an optical tip. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 27: Tip Tool Proper Use (3.9 Mm Only)

    Pull gently on tip tool to ensure proper attachment. Remove tip tool and tip will be attached to probe head. NOTE: Never use excessive force to install or remove an optical tip. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 28: Go To Menu

    To enter the file manager, navigate to FILE MANAGER with the joystick and select with the right soft key labeled SELECT. XL Vu GO TO MENU FILE MANAGER EJECT HARDWARE ZOOM LEVEL LIGHT OUTPUT LONG EXPOSURE INVERSE + INVERT ANNOTATIONS BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 29: Zoom Level

    Note: Always use EJECT HARDWARE before removing a USB thumb drive to prevent loss of data. XL Vu GO TO MENU FILE MANAGER EJECT DRIVE USB1 ZOOM LEVEL USB2 LIGHT OUTPUT LONG EXPOSURE INVERSE + INVERT ANNOTATIONS BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 30: Inverse

    Navigate to the right of ZOOM LEVEL and use the joystick to adjust the zoom level. Zoom can be turned off in live video mode by pressing Power/Exit. XL Vu GO TO MENU FILE MANAGER EJECT HARDWARE ZOOM LEVEL LIGHT OUTPUT LONG EXPOSURE INVERSE + INVERT ANNOTATIONS BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 31 LONG EXPOSURE INVERSE + INVERT ANNOTATIONS BACK SELECT Note: Pressing the Freeze Frame key is a convenient way to temporarily turn off the light output and is ideal for changing optical tips and conserving battery charge. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 32 Common Tasks GO TO > Long Exposure The XL Vu system can brighten the image by varying the exposure time. Keep the probe tip as still as possible when capturing an image with long exposure to minimize the risk of blurring.
  • Page 33 Power/Exit key. To activate or deactivate, navigate to INVERSE + and choose ON or OFF. XL Vu GO TO MENU FILE MANAGER EJECT HARDWARE ZOOM LEVEL LIGHT OUTPUT LONG EXPOSURE INVERSE + INVERT ANNOTATIONS BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 34 EJECT HARDWARE ZOOM LEVEL LIGHT OUTPUT LONG EXPOSURE INVERSE + INVERT ANNOTATIONS BACK SELECT Note: Invert is typically used while a side view tip is installed in order to compensate for the inversion caused by this tip. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 35 When Annotations have already been added to the image, user can quickly remove them by choosing ANNOTATIONS > DELETE ALL. XL Vu GO TO MENU FILE MANAGER EJECT HARDWARE ZOOM LEVEL LIGHT OUTPUT LONG EXPOSURE INVERSE + INVERT ANNOTATIONS DELETE ALL BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 36: Live Main Menu

    ANNOTATION EJECT HARDWARE SETUP FILE MANAGER BACK SELECT Note: Pressing the Freeze Frame key is a convenient way to temporarily turn off the light output and is ideal for changing optical tips and conserving battery charge. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 37: Image Brightness

    Zoom Level • Long Exposure • Split Screen • Single View • Inverse + • Invert Note: By pressing the power/exit key twice, any image control features will be turned off and returned to factory default settings. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 38: Invert

    Navigate to IMAGE BRIGHTNESS from the IMAGE CONTROL Menu and use the joystick to adjust the image brightness. XL Vu IMAGE CONTROL IMAGE BRIGHTNESS ZOOM LEVEL LONG EXPOSURE SPLIT SCREEN SINGLE VIEW INVERSE + INVERT BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 39 Digital zoom levels from 1x to 5x may be selected. XL Vu IMAGE CONTROL IMAGE BRIGHTNESS ZOOM LEVEL LONG EXPOSURE SPLIT SCREEN SINGLE VIEW INVERSE + INVERT BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 40 Common Tasks Live Main Menu > Image Control > Long Exposure The XL Vu system can brighten the image by varying the exposure time. Keep the probe tip as still as possible when capturing an image with long exposure to minimize the risk of blurring.
  • Page 41 The left image is frozen and the right image is live. XL Vu IMAGE CONTROL IMAGE BRIGHTNESS ZOOM LEVEL LONG EXPOSURE SPLIT SCREEN SINGLE VIEW INVERSE + INVERT BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 42 Navigate to SINGLE VIEW from the IMAGE CONTROL MENU and select ON or OFF. Pressing the Power/Exit key from live video will disable Single View. XL Vu IMAGE CONTROL IMAGE BRIGHTNESS ZOOM LEVEL LONG EXPOSURE SPLIT SCREEN SINGLE VIEW INVERSE + INVERT BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 43 To alter the contrast of an image, select INVERSE + from the IMAGE CONTROL MENU and select ON or OFF. XL Vu IMAGE CONTROL IMAGE BRIGHTNESS ZOOM LEVEL LONG EXPOSURE SPLIT SCREEN SINGLE VIEW INVERSE + INVERT BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 44 Invert, navigate to INVERT from the IMAGE CONTROL MENU and select ON or OFF. XL Vu IMAGE CONTROL IMAGE BRIGHTNESS ZOOM LEVEL LONG EXPOSURE SPLIT SCREEN SINGLE VIEW INVERSE + INVERT BACK SELECT Note: This feature is most useful when using Sideview Optical Tips. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 45: Annotation

    Common Tasks Live Main Menu > Annotation Annotating an XL Vu image means adding text or arrows to describe or point out areas of interest: cracks, defects, etc. Annotation may be used on live, frozen, and recalled images. To alter the annotation settings, press the joystick to activate the LIVE MAIN MENU and select ANNOTATION.

  • Page 46: Text

    BACK SELECT XL Vu USE JOYSTICK/ENTER TO ENTER TEXT. ^ < > v ENTER SPACE BACKSPACE < > ‘ “ & PRESETS ADD TO PRESETS BACK DONE Note: Maximum number of text annotation characters is 50. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 47: Input Method Editors

    “Input Method -/O” Chinese The XL Vu supports the Pinyin text entry method. For each word or phrase that you wish to enter, please perform the following: 1. Using the external keyboard, type the Pinyin representation of the character to be entered.

  • Page 48: Arrow

    To add, edit or clear arrow on a specific image, select ARROW from the ANNOTATION menu. XL Vu ANNOTATION TEXT ARROW PRESET EDIT HIDE ANNOTATION DELETE DELETE ALL AUDIO BACK SELECT Note: Maximum number of arrow annotations is 25. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 49: Preset

    EDIT DELETE IMPORT EXPORT BACK SELECT Note: • Maximum number of preset annotations is 100 • Preset files must be line-delimited .txt files • The maximum preset length is calculated by character width (approximately 28 characters). ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 50: Loading A Preset

    Common Tasks Live Main Menu > Annotation > Loading a Preset To load a file containing multiple presets onto the XL Vu, a file may be created on a PC. This file must conform to the following: • Line-delimited (each preset must be on a separate line) •...

  • Page 51: Hide Annotation

    Live Main Menu > Annotation > Hide Annotation To hide or unhide an annotation, select HIDE ANNOTATION from the ANNOTATION menu followed by ON or OFF. XL Vu ANNOTATION TEXT ARROW PRESET HIDE ANNOTATION AUDIO BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 52: Eject Hardware

    SELECT. XL Vu LIVE MAIN MENU LIGHT OUTPUT IMAGE CONTROL ANNOTATION EJECT HARDWARE USB1 SETUP USB2 FILE MANAGER BACK SELECT Note: Always use EJECT HARDWARE before removing a USB thumbdrive to prevent loss of data. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 53: Setup

    Live Main Menu > Setup To change default settings, select SETUP. For more information see SYSTEM SETUP Section in the Operation Chapter. XL Vu LIVE MAIN MENU LIGHT OUTPUT IMAGE CONTROL ANNOTATION EJECT HARDWARE SETUP FILE MANAGER BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 54: Screen/Display Setup

    To alter the display setup, press the joystick to activate the LIVE MAIN MENU. Select SETUP followed by SCREEN/DISPLAY. XL Vu SETUP SCREEN/DISPLAY MEASUREMENT SETUP VIDEO RECORD SETUP STILL IMAGE SETUP AUDIO PLAYBACK SETUP STEERING SETUP LANGUAGE SETUP SYSTEM TOOLS BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 55: Battery Icon

    Live Main Menu > Setup > Screen/Display > Battery Icon To enable and disable the battery icon, select BATTERY ICON followed by ON or OFF. XL Vu SCREEN/DISPLAY BATTERY ICON DATE/TIME LOGO TEXT COLOR TEMP ICON WHITE BALANCE BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 56: Date / Time

    Month, Day, Year format and move the joystick up or down to select prefered format. Select OK when finished. XL Vu PLEASE ENTER TIME AND DATE XX/XX/XXXX DD/MM/YYYY 00:00 PM 24HR BACK BACK BACK SELECT LECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 57 To load a logo, or to turn a logo on or off, select LOGO from the SCREEN/DISPLAY menu and select the desired option. XL Vu SCREEN/DISPLAY BATTERY ICON DATE/TIME LOGO TEXT COLOR TEMP ICON LOAD WHITE BALANCE BACK SELECT Note: See Appendix G for details on creating a logo file. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 58: Text Color

    To change the color of the text displayed over images, select TEXT COLOR followed by GREEN, BLACK, or WHITE. XL Vu SCREEN/DISPLAY BATTERY ICON DATE/TIME LOGO TEXT COLOR GREEN TEMP ICON BLACK WHITE BALANCE WHITE BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 59: Temp Icon

    Live Main Menu > Setup > Screen/Display > Temp Icon To enable or disable the temperature icon, select TEMP ICON from the SCREEN/DISPLAY menu. XL Vu SCREEN/DISPLAY BATTERY ICON DATE/TIME LOGO TEXT COLOR TEMP ICON WHITE BALANCE BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 60: White Balance

    To execute white balance, select WHITE BALANCE from the SCREEN/ DISPLAY menu. Options are to set a custom white balance or use the default settings. XL Vu SCREEN/DISPLAY BATTERY ICON DATE/TIME LOGO TEXT COLOR TEMP ICON EXECUTE WHITE BALANCE RESTORE DEFAULT BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 61: Measurement Setup

    To change MEASUREMENT SETUP defaults, press the joystick to activate the LIVE MAIN MENU. Select SETUP followed by MEASUREMENT SETUP. XL Vu SETUP SCREEN/DISPLAY MEASUREMENT SETUP VIDEO RECORD SETUP STILL IMAGE SETUP AUDIO PLAYBACK SETUP STEERING LANGUAGE SETUP SYSTEM TOOLS BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 62: Stereo Tip Utilities

    To access STEREO TIP UTILITIES, press the joystick to activate the LIVE MAIN MENU. Select SETUP followed by MEASUREMENT SETUP followed by STEREO TIP UTILITIES. XL Vu MEASUREMENT SETUP STEREO TIP UTILITIES UNITS ACCURACY INDEX USER PROMPTS BACK DONE ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 63: Cal Info

    CAL INFO ADD TIP BACK DONE The ADD TIP menu feature allows stereo measurement tips to be added to the XL Vu by your local service center. TIPS MUST BE CALIBRATED AT GE INSPECTION TECHNOLOGIES SERVICE CENTER. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 64: Measurement Units

    To change MEASUREMENT UNITS, press the joystick to activate the LIVE MAIN MENU. Select SETUP followed by MEASUREMENT, then MEASUREMENT UNITS followed by INCHES or MM. XL Vu MEASUREMENT SETUP STEREO TIP UTILITIES UNITS X INCHES ACCURACY INDEX USER PROMPTS BACK DONE ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 65: Accuracy Index

    To enable or disable ACCURACY INDEX, press the joystick to activate the LIVE MAIN MENU. Select SETUP followed by MEASUREMENT SETUP, then ACCURACY INDEX. XL Vu ACCURACY INDEX X ON BACK SELECT This feature allows the Accuracy Index to be shown on-screen during Shadow and Stereo measurements. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 66: User Prompts

    XL Vu MEASUREMENT SETUP STEREO TIP UTILITIES UNITS ACCURACY INDEX USER PROMPTS BACK DONE This feature allows advanced users to disable user prompts when in measurement mode. NOTE: Only a trained professional should turn off user prompts. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 67: Video Record Setup

    To change video record defaults, press the joystick to activate the LIVE MAIN MENU. Select SETUP followed by VIDEO RECORD SETUP. XL Vu SETUP SCREEN/DISPLAY MEASUREMENT SETUP VIDEO RECORD SETUP STILL IMAGE SETUP AUDIO PLAYBACK SETUP STEERING LANGUAGE SETUP SYSTEM TOOLS BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 68: Save Location

    Live Main Menu > Setup > Video Record Setup > Save Location Select SAVE LOCATION from the VIDEO RECORD SETUP menu and navigate to the desired location. XL Vu VIDEO RECORD SETUP SAVE LOCATION MPEG QUALITY BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 69: Mpeg Quality

    RECORD SETUP menu followed by LOW or HIGH. XL Vu VIDEO RECORD SETUP SAVE LOCATION MPEG QUALITY HIGH BACK SELECT MPEG Quality Recording Rate 8GB thumb drive ~minutes of video MPEG-4 High 30MB/min ~266 minutes MPEG-4 Low 15MB/min ~532 minutes ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 70: Mic

    Live Main Menu > Setup > Video Record Setup > To turn an external mic on or off, select MIC from the VIDEO RECORD SETUP menu followed by ON, MUTE, or DISABLED. Note: The XL Vu does not have a built in mic. XL Vu MUTE...

  • Page 71: Still Image Setup

    To change still image defaults, press the joystick to activate the LIVE MAIN MENU. Select SETUP followed by STILL IMAGE SETUP. XL Vu SETUP SCREEN/DISPLAY MEASUREMENT SETUP VIDEO RECORD SETUP STILL IMAGE SETUP AUDIO PLAYBACK SETUP STEERING LANGUAGE SETUP SYSTEM TOOLS BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 72: Save Location

    Live Main Menu > Setup > Still Image Setup > Save Location Select SAVE LOCATION from the STILL IMAGE SETUP menu and use the joystick to navigate to the desired location. XL Vu STILL IMAGE SETUP SAVE LOCATION FORMAT JPEG QUALITY BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 73: Format

    JPEG QUALITY BACK SELECT Bitmap images are the highest quality images that can be saved; however, they are also the largest files size. NOTE: Bitmap images are the recommended file format for saving images containing measurements. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 74: Jpeg Quality

    STILL IMAGE SETUP SAVE LOCATION FORMAT JPEG QUALITY HIGH BACK SELECT JPEG images are a compressed file format. They create smaller file sizes than bitmap images. NOTE: JPEG low is NOT recommended for saving images containing measurements. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 75 Note: To PLAY, RECORD OR DELETE AUDIO ANNOTATION, press the Joystick from a frozen image. Select ANNOTATION followed by AUDIO. Note: XL Vu does not have a built in microphone, you must attach an external mic in order to record audio annotation.
  • Page 76 0 to 10. XL Vu AUDIO PLAYBACK SETUP PLAYBACK VOLUME BACK SELECT Note: XL Vu does not have a built in speaker, you must attach an external headset in order to playback audio annotation. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 77 Operation Live Main Menu > Setup > Steering Setup > Steering To manage probe articulation, select the steering increment. Options are COARSE or FINE. XL Vu STEERING SETUP STEERING X COARSE TIP MAP FINE BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 78 Tip Map is a grid that indicates probe-tip position. To turn Tip Map ON or OFF, select STEERING SETUP from the SETUP menu followed by TIP MAP. XL Vu STEERING SETUP STEERING TIP MAP X ON BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 79: Audio Annotation Setup

    LANGUAGE SETUP from the SETUP menu followed by the appropriate language. XL Vu SETUP SCREEN/DISPLAY MEASUREMENT SETUP VIDEO RECORD SETUP STILL IMAGE SETUP AUDIO ANNOTATION SETUP STEERING LANGUAGE SETUP SYSTEM TOOLS BACK SELECT The following options are available: • LOAD • CHANGE • KEYBOARD SETUP ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 80: Language Setup

    To view system information or adjust power management, select SETUP from the LIVE MAIN MENU followed by SYSTEM TOOLS. XL Vu SETUP SCREEN/DISPLAY MEASUREMENT SETUP VIDEO RECORD SETUP STILL IMAGE SETUP AUDIO ANNOTATION SETUP STEERING LANGUAGE SETUP SYSTEM TOOLS BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 81: System Info

    System Info To view system information such as the software version or the amount of free disk space, select SYSTEM INFORMATION from the SYSTEM TOOLS menu. XL Vu SYSTEM TOOLS SYSTEM INFO POWER MANAGEMENT BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 82: Power Management

    15 minutes. Sleep mode is indicated by the push button lights flashing in a rotating circle around the joystick. Auto Off If sleep mode is not interrupted by any button or joystick activation within 15 minutes the system will power off to conserve battery. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 83: File Manager

    Operation Live Main Menu > File Manager To manage files and folders on the XL Vu VideoProbe system, select FILE MANAGER with the joystick. For more details refer to the FILE MANAGEMENT section in the Operation Chapter. XL Vu LIVE MAIN MENU...

  • Page 84: Capturing Images And Video

    To unlock steering, press and release Steering Control again. lock icon will disappear. XL Vu RECORD GOTO Note: While articulation lock is enabled, the XL Vu will steer in fine articulation mode. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 85: Articulation Home

    XL Vu RECORD GOTO Note: It is recommended that a home operation is performed before withdrawing the camera from the asset being inspected, to avoid getting the camera stuck in the asset or damaging the XL Vu. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 86: Freeze Frame

    Freeze/ Enter. An “FF” will appear in the upper right corner of the display to symbolize that the image is frozen. To disable Freeze Frame, press Freeze/Enter again. The “FF” will disappear. XL Vu MEASURE SAVE ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 87: Freeze Frame Menu

    Once Freeze Frame is enabled, press the joystick to enter the FREEZE FRAME MENU. XL Vu FREEZE FRAME MENU SAVE AS ANNOTATION MEASURE SPLIT SCREEN BACK SELECT The following options are available: • SAVE AS • ANNOTATION • MEASUREMENT • SPLIT SCREEN ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 88: Freeze Frame Menu > Annotation

    ANNOTATION from the FREEZE FRAME MENU. XL Vu FREEZE FRAME MENU SAVE AS ANNOTATION MEASURE SPLIT SCREEN BACK SELECT The following options are available: • TEXT • ARROW • PRESET • HIDE ANNOTATION • AUDIO ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 89: Still Image Capture And Playback

    To capture a still image during viedo recording, pause the video using left soft key, press the Freeze/Enter button to capture the image, press right soft key to save the image, and press Exit to resume video recording. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 90: File Manager

    To recall a file, select RECALL. Move the joystick to the right to locate the file(s) and use the right soft key to select. XL Vu FILE MANAGER RECALL COPY DELETE SPLIT SCREEN CREATE FOLDER RENAME STILL IMAGE SETUP VIDEO RECORD SETUP BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 91: Recalled Image Menu

    After recalling an image, press the joystick to activate the RECALLED IMAGE MENU XL Vu RECALLED IMAGE MENU SAVE AS MEASURE SPLIT SCREEN BACK SELECT The following options are available: • SAVE AS • MEASURE • SPLIT SCREEN ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 92: Video Playback Menu

    If navigating a paused video, press the left soft key to resume playback. XL Vu SEEK IN PROGRESS BACK BACK SELECT SELE RESUME EXIT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 93: Copying Files/Folders

    Choose the destination for the copied file. Use the joystick to navigate to the desired folder. Press Freeze/Enter to paste the copied file. XL Vu FILE MANAGER RECALL COPY DELETE SPLIT SCREEN CREATE FOLDER RENAME STILL IMAGE SETUP VIDEO RECORD SETUP BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 94: Deleting Files/Folders

    To delete a file, select DELETE FILE. Move the joystick to the right to locate the file(s) and select. Press Freeze/Enter to delete. XL Vu FILE MANAGER RECALL COPY DELETE SPLIT SCREEN CREATE FOLDER RENAME STILL IMAGE SETUP VIDEO RECORD SETUP BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 95: Creating A Folder

    Freeze/Enter to select each letter. When done, press the right soft key to save the folder name. XL Vu FILE MANAGER RECALL COPY DELETE SPLIT SCREEN CREATE FOLDER RENAME STILL IMAGE SETUP VIDEO RECORD SETUP BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 96: Renaming Files/Folders

    Freeze/Enter to select each letter. When finished, press the right soft key to save the file name. XL Vu FILE MANAGER RECALL COPY DELETE SPLIT SCREEN CREATE FOLDER RENAME STILL IMAGE SETUP VIDEO RECORD SETUP BACK SELECT ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 97: About Measurement

    About Measurement Measurement capability is enabled once measurement tips have been calibrated to the XL Vu system. Features and defects may be measured either before or after saving an image (if the image was saved in measurement mode). Up to five measurements can be saved per image.

  • Page 98: Measurement Procedure

    Capturing Measurement Images for Re-Measurement Stereo or Shadow measurement images can be saved allowing the user to perform the actual measurements at a later time on the XL Vu, Rhythm Review station, or on a PC using the Inspection Manager software...

  • Page 99: Stereoprobe Measurement

    Measurement StereoProbe Measurement Stereo measurements may be taken with the probe perpendicular or not perpendicular to the target. Types of StereoProbe Measurement • Length • Point to Line • Depth • Area • Multi-Segment Line ® XL Go+™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 100: Comparison Measurement

    Measurement Comparison Measurement Comparison measurements are to be taken when an item in the image has a known dimension and that item’s dimension is used as a reference to measure other items. Measurement Advantages Disadvantages Type Stereo Over comparison The system may be measurements: unable to position •...
  • Page 101 Stereo measurements require the use of StereoProbe measurement tips, which capture stereoscopic images of a target — two pictures of the same target from two different angles. To measure the target, the XL Vu processor uses triangulation based on these two side-by-side images.
  • Page 102 When taking stereo measurements, you magnify the image, not by zooming but by moving the optical tip as close as you can to the target. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 103 Verify that the matching cursor appears to be in the same position as selected cursor. A matching cursor that is off even slightly can have a significant impact on the measurement accuracy. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 104 Save the image, or press Freeze/Enter to allow repositioning of any of the cursors or reposition the location of the measurement result. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 105 Add measurements, up to five total • Add annotation • Clear some or all measurements. • Change units • Select the correct tip in the software (if the tip selected is not the one in use). ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 106 Place the first cursor on the left image at the furthermost point of measurement area by pressing the Freeze/Enter button. Place the second cursor at the opposite end of measurement area to determine the length of the feature or defect. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 107 Place the first two cursors to define a reference line. Place a third cursor at the deepest point of the defect or feature. A perpendicular line is generated from the third cursor to the reference line. The measurement displayed is the length of this perpendicular line. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 108 Place first three cursors on an even surface to define a reference plane. Place the fourth cursor at the point of uncertain depth. Note: Negative measurements indicate the point is below the plane. Positive measurements indicate the point is above the plane. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 109 PLACE ITEM. SELECTS NEXT ITEM. SQ INCH 0.0380 INDEX = 3.9 <5> BACK SAVE Place between 3 and 24 cursors at edge of desired measurement area. Press Freeze/Enter twice to close the measurement area. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 110 The length of a nonlinear feature or defect. PLACE ITEM. SELECTS NEXT ITEM. INCH 0.294 INDEX = 1.3 <5> BACK SAVE Place between 2 and 24 cursors along feature or defect to create line segments. To finalize line, press Freeze/Enter twice. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 111 Comparison measurements rely on the known dimensions of an object that have been set in the field of view either by the manufacturer or by the probe. The XL Vu processor uses these known dimensions as a reference scale for measuring an unknown target. Comparison measurements can be taken on a frozen image or on a recalled image.
  • Page 112 Standardized Inspection Lists · Consistent Report Creation in MS Word format · Data Management · Decreased reporting time by up to 70% · Increased speed and ease of sharing data · Reduction of errors with guided inspections ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 113: Inspecting And Cleaning The System

    Maintenance Inspecting and Cleaning the System Inspect and clean the XL Vu system before and after each use with a soft cloth and a 70% alcohol-to-water solution. If using the system in a dirty environment, clean the components more frequently, as needed.

  • Page 114: Troubleshooting Measurement

    Activate the zoom window to most accurately place the measurement cursors. Review guidelines under Positioning the Probe Tip for Maximum Accuracy. XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 115: Service

    Return Materials Authorization number (RMA) will be given along with instructions for shipment to an authorized service center. Always contact an authorized GE Inspection Technologies service center for an RMA prior to returning a product for service and/or repair.

  • Page 116: Technical Specifications

    48.8 x 38.6 x 18.5 cm (19.2 x 15.2 x (Standard Case) 7.3”) System Weight In Case - 6.5 kg (14.3 lbs) Out of Case - 1.7 kg (3.8 lbs) Construction Polycarbonate housing with integrated Versalon bumpers ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 117 Standards Compliance and Classifications MIL-STD-810G Tested to United States Department of Defense Environment Tests Sections 506.5, 507.5, 509.5, 510.5, 511.5, 514.6, 516.6, 521.3 MIL-STD-461F Tested to United States Department of Defense Electromagnetic Interference RS103 - ABOVE DECK ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 118 English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Chinese, and Polish Application Software Menu Directed Inspection (MDI) software digitally guides inspectors through the inspection process, intelligently names files and creates MS Word compatible inspection ® reports. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 119 Insertion Tube Length Articulation 2.0m, 3.0m, and 4.5m Up/Down 160° min, Left/Right 160° min 6.0m Up/Down 140° min, Left/Right 140° min 8.0m and 10.0m Up/Down 120° min, Left/Right 120° min Note: Typical articulation exceeds minimum specifications. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 120: Optical Tip Table

    Forward Black 5-120mm XLG3T61120FG .20-4.72” Forward Orange 3-20mm XLG3T6180FN .12-.79” Forward Yellow 20mm-infinity XLG3T6190FF .79”-infinity Forward Purple 12-80mm XLG3T6150FB Oblique .5-3.2” Side Brown 45mm-infinity XLG3T6150SF 1.77”-infinity Side Green 9-160mm XLG3T6150SG .35-6.30” Side Blue 4-100mm XLG3T61120SG .16-3.94” ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 121 9.84”-infinity Forward Black 5-200mm XLG3T84120FN 020.-.87 Forward White 80mm-500mm XLG3T8440FG 3.15-19.69 Forward Gold 500mm-infinity XLG3T8420FF 19.69”-infinity Forward Yellow 25-500mm XLG3T8480FG .98-19.69” Side Brown 250mm-infinity XLG3T8440SF 9.84”-infinity Side Green 25-500mm XLG3T8480SG .98-19.69” Side Blue 5-200m XLG3T84120SN .16-7.87” ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 122 Forward Black 50/50 5-45mm PXTM45050FG .20-1.77” Side Blue 50/50 4-45mm PXTM45050SG .16-1.77” Forward Black 60/60 4-80mm XLG3TM616060FG .16-3.15” Side Blue 50/50 2-50mm XLG3TM615050SG .08-1.97” Forward Black 60/60 4-50mm XLG3TM846060FG .16-1.97” Side Blue 60/60 4-50mm XLG3TM846060SG .16-1.97” ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 123 (including shipping damage), neglect, improper maintenance, modification or repair by someone other than GE Inspection Technologies or one of its authorized service representatives. These express warranties are in lieu of any other warranties, express...

  • Page 124: Chemical Compatibility

    JP-4 Fuel • Kerosene • Synthetic Turbo Oil • Gasoline • Diesel Fuel • Hydraulic Oil • Inhibited Transformer Oil Subsequent to contact with the above fluids, the insertion tube must be cleaned prior to storage. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 125: Verifying Measurement Tips

    Verify measurement tips each time they are used to ensure that no mechanical damage has degraded their accuracy. Every XL Vu system equipped with measurement tips is shipped with a measurement verification block. This tool allows for verifying the accuracy of measurement tips. It contains optical measurement targets whose accuracy is traceable to the United States National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) measurement standards.

  • Page 126: Environmental Compliance

    Mercury (Hg) over 0.0005% The risks and your role in reducing them Your participation is an important part of the effort to minimize the impact of batteries and accumulators on the environment and on human health. For proper recycling ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 127: Agency Certifications

    7Robert Bosch Str. 3 50354 Huerth Germany Tel: +49 2233 601 111 Ext. 1 E-mail: [email protected] Safety Mark The XL Vu system is in compliance with the following standards: UL 61010-1, IEC 61010-1, EN 61010-1 and CSA-C22.2 No. 61010- ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 128 Le present appareil numerique n’emet pas de bruits radioelectriques depassant les limites applicables aux appareils numeriques de la classe A prescrites dans le Reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le ministere des Communications du Canada. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...

  • Page 129: Creating A Personalized Logo File

    4. Close image editor. 5. Locate the saved file, right click, choose rename. Rename file from logo.png to logo.jpg. This will allow it to be recognized by the XL Vu. 6. Transfer file to the USB ThumbDrive provided with system.
  • Page 130 Appendix ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 131 To request a copy of these open source software packages, please have your product model and serial numbers ready, and call customer support representatives at +1 (315) 554-2000, option 3. ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 132 • Steering Mode - Coarse • Measurement Accuracy Index - On • Measurement Units - Inches NOTE: Upon next restart of VideoProbe after restoring factory defaults, select the desired language from the initial language selection screen ® XL Vu™ VideoProbe...
  • Page 133 All rights reserved. Specifications subject to change without notice. QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., used under licence therefrom. ©2011 VideoLAN Assembled in USA by GE Inspection Technologies XLVUAMAN Rev. D Printed in USA...

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