HighV Camera Manual -v3.0.docx
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1. Safe non intrusive close up inspection of high voltage assets HighV Camera User s Manual Table of Contents Section Page Table of Contents 1 General Information 11 Introduction 2 2 Warranty a3 Applications 2 4 Approach Limits 15 Safety 2 6 Camera Component 2 Using the HighV Camera 21 Assembly 2 2 Operation 2 3 Camera Battery Removal for Charging or Replacement 2 4 Battery Charging for Camera 2 5 Battery Charger LED Statu 3 Troubleshooting 31 Tablet does not find camera 3 2 Tablet is stuck in negotiating connection mod 4 Specifications BBE BGONaar GUN KNBR All trademarks are the property of their respective owners HighV Camera Manual Version 3 0 page 10f23 RIDSENSI 1 General Information a 1Introduction Thank you for purchasing the HighV Camera This manual has been written to help you familiarize yourself quickly and easily with the full range of features and applications that this product has to offer The HighV Camera uses a shielded high resolution wireless camera providing the user with a tool to conduct close up inspections of energized equipment up to 500kV phase to phase The camera is installed on a hotstick and guided from the ground or bucket truck surveying energized lines or equipment A live image is transmitted wirelessly back to an Android tablet running the GridSense HighV Camera App The tablet can be attach2. ed to the user end of the hotstick or alternatively hand held by supporting personnel The live image streaming from the camera can be captured by the touch of a button within the tablet App The images are stored to an SD card within the tablet for further inspection or use ina report 1 2 Warranty The HighV Inspection Camera is covered by a 1 year manufacturer s warranty from the shipping date Please contact GridSense in order to make a warranty claim Please inspect this new product for any damage Report any defects to your supplier or GridSense directly 1 3 Applications The camera can be used for inspecting equipment on up to 500kV transformers The camera can be used on insulated cables and circuits up to 500kV phase to phase On a 500kV phase to phase uninsulated conductor with high corona the camera must be 18 from the conductor to avoid loss of communication with the camera No damage will occur to the camera if lost or if it comes in contact with the conductor but the camera may need to te communication to the android pad The camera has been subjected to fields as high as 930kV phase to phase to verify its integrity in a high voltage circuit 1 4 Approach Limits The HighV Camera is manufactured for safe use on energized equipment up to and including 500kV phase to phase Users must observe hotstick manufacturer s ratings and standard approach limits when using the HighV Camera The HighV Camera offers NO user protection if t
3. he minimum approach distance is encroached We advise that users add an additional 300mm 1 clearance to the standard hotstick approach limits at all times when mounting the screen to the hotstick HighV Camera Manual Version 3 0 20 1 5 Safety e Rating The HighV Camera is rated for use on energized equipment up to 500kV phase to phase At no time should it be used around or come into contact with higher voltages e Inspecting Energized Equipment When using the camera to inspect energized equipment the operator must adhere to all safety requirements and ratings of all equipment including but not limited to the hotstick bucket truck approved clearances approach limits and work practice standards set by the local electric utility Touch Probe Rod When operating the HighV Camera the touch probe MUST be installed and used at all times This rod not only ensures the optimum focused distance for viewing equipment but also protects the lens lens cover and LED lights from impact damage lf you are not an employee of an electric utility or approved contractor please contact your local electric utility for safety training near energized equipment Before using the HighV Camera GridSense recommends that the user becomes familiar with OSHA Standard 1910 269 App B Working on Exposed Energized Parts High Camera Manual Version 3 0 1 6Camera Components Weather proof case Touch probe wand Camera Camera bat
4. ot stick mount Universal Sunrise fitting Transmission frequency 2 4 GHz band license free WiFi Compliant to FCC C Tick and CE standards Transmission range Up to 50 ft 15m line of site Display and image capture Imaging sensor 1 4 Sony Super HAD CCD 400 line resolution Camera power DC 12V 10 3 6W Camera Frequency PAL 50Hz Camera resolution 720 lines 576 lines Video output 1 0Vp p 750hm VBS Noise ratio gt 60dB Zoom 10x Focus control Auto Aperture control Auto Control format On screen menu RS 485 Tablet size 7 Image recording format JPEG AVI Battery Lithium ion rechargeable battery packs Camera battery performance 2 hours without LED illumination Tablet battery performance 7 hours Camera Battery charging 6 hours Construction Camera Dimen Housing material Polymer resin Housing dielectric strength gt 25kV mm Operating temperature 10 C to 50 C Working humidity 0 96 Enclosure Rating NEMA4 IP65 HighV Camera Manual Version 3 0 age 13 of x
5. rd cover case High Camera Manual Version 3 0 GRIDSENS 2 Using the HighV Camera 2 1Assembly Camera 1 Remove camera and touch probe 2 Insert touch probe into hole in mounting bracket 3 Mount camera to sunrise attachment on hotstick and tighten butterfly nut firmly Tighten tery nut imiy Tablet 1 Remove the tablet and hotstick attachment from case 2 Attach bracket to hotstick 3 Insert tablet into mount High Camera Manual Version 3 0 page 6 of x 2 2 Operation Powering the Devices e To Power Camera On Off Press the power button located on the battery module On off button e To Power Tablet On Off Press the power button on the top of the tablet On off button HighV Camera HighV Camera Manual Version 3 0 page 7of 23 RIDSEN To begin using the HighV Camera start the HighV Application from the tablet HighV Camera HighV Camera Click to launch Highv App High Camera Manual Version 3 0 Recording Images 1 Press the snapshot button for a still image or the record button for video Photo mode Snapshot button Q zoom lt O gt Focus Menu 125 a Video mode Record button Q Zoom lt O gt Focus Menu HighV Camera Manual Version 3 0 pageg of13 RIDSENSI 2 After capturing images or videos they can be viewed by pressing the soft menu key and then pressing the b
6. rowse button GRIDSENSE HighV Camera 2 3 Camera Battery Removal for Charging or Replacement 1 Rotate battery module counter clockwise 2 Gently pull battery out from the camera housing Battery Pack High Camera Manual Version 3 0 GRIDSENS 2 4Battery Charging for Camera Remove quick change battery module from camera as shown on previous page Plug supplied charger into wall outlet Connect the charger lead to the charge socket on the battery module Switch on the Battery Module Check status light on the charger for charge status opens gt To power supply 2 5Battery Charger LED Status Solid Red Charging e Solid green Charging complete High Camera Manual Version 3 0 RIDSENSI 3 Troubleshooting 3 1 Tablet does not find camera 1 Check that the camera is turned on and that the LED s are illuminated 2 Re scan for camera 3 2 Tablet is stuck in negotiating connection mode 1 Restart the HighV Camera App a If the problem persists i Power the camera on off ii Verify that camera battery is charged High Camera Manual Version 3 0 RIDSENSI 4 Specifications HighV Camera Technical Specifications Phase to phase rating 500kV Typical kit includes Wireless inspection camera o 7 Android tablet o Rugged case with mounting attachments o Camera and receiver AC chargers Camera and receiver car chargers H
7. tery charger And charger Android tablet syne cable Tablet hotstick attachement e Camera A high resolution camera and transmitter are housed in an insulated case that uses a standard universal spline 32mm sunrise attachment for connection to a hotstick A fiberglass rod touch probe wand attaches to the mounting bracket and is set to the camera s focal length protecting the camera from direct lens damage In addition a high intensity LED light ring is embedded in the camera for use in low light applications e Tablet The tablet is used as the video receiver and image capture device The tablet provides the operator with a live streaming high resolution video from the camera that can be handheld or alternatively for single operator applications attached to the lower part of the hotstick with HighV Camera Manual Version 3 0 page 4 of33 GRIDSENS the supplied bracket The snapshot button within the tablet App records images directly onto the tablet The tablet includes a rechargeable lithium ion battery pack that provides 7 hours continuous use from full charge Battery Chargers The HighV Camera and tablet are supplied with individual charging devices This includes charging at 100 240V 50 60Hz Also included in the kit is a DC Inverter to provide in vehicle charging of the tablet and the HighV Camera battery pack e Carry Case For safe transport the camera comes in a fully protective watertight ha
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