KLEIN TOOLS ET17 Utility Borescope Instruction Manual
- September 17, 2024
- KLEIN TOOLS
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KLEIN TOOLS ET17 Utility Borescope
ET17 Utility Borescope
- HIGH-RESOLUTION 0.22″ (5.5 mm) CAMERA
- HIGH-RESOLUTION 4.3″ (109 mm) SCREEN
- IP67- Rated 9.8′ (3 m) PVC GOOSENECK WITH 6 LED LIGHTS
ET18 Plumber’s Borescope
- HIGH-RESOLUTION 0.22″ (5.5 mm) CAMERA
- HIGH-RESOLUTION 4.3″ (109 mm) SCREEN
- IP67- Rated 4.9′ (1.5 m) ARMORED GOOSENECK WITH 6 LED LIGHTS
ET19 Pro Borescope
- HIGH-RESOLUTION 0.22″ (5.5 mm) CAMERA
- HIGH-RESOLUTION 4.3″ (109 mm) SCREEN
- IP67- Rated 9.8′ (3 m) ARMORED GOOSENECK WITH 6 LED LIGHTS
- WI-FI CAPABILITY FOR SAVING/ SHARING IMAGES/VIDEOS
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
The Klein Tools ET17 Utility Borescope, ET18 Plumber’s Borescope, and ET19 Pro Borescope are professional-grade instruments equipped with a 0.22″ (5.5 mm) camera encircled by 6 powerful LEDs. The ET17 is equipped with a 9.8′ (3 m) PVC gooseneck, the ET18 features a 4.9′ (1.5 m) armored gooseneck, and the ET19 boasts a 9.8′ (3 m) armored gooseneck with a dual lens. All models feature a 4.3″ color LCD screen with auto-power off functionality.
- Operating Altitude: 6562 ft. (2000 m)
- Charging Temperature: 32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C)
- Operating Temperature: 14°F to 122°F (-10°C to 50°C)
- Storage Temperature: -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C)
- Relative Humidity: 85%
- Battery Type: Internal Li-Ion, 2000 mAh (7.4 Wh)
- Battery Life: 3 Hours (on full charge)
- Charging Requirements: Max 5V DC, Max 1.5 A
- Screen Resolution: 854 × 480 pixels
- Camera Resolution: 1280 × 720 pixels
- Frames Per Second: 15
- Camera Diameter: 0.22″ (5.5 mm)
- Storage: 2GB (up to 20,000 images or 1.2 hours of video)
- Dimensions: Unit: 6.6″ × 3.2″ × 1.5″ (168 × 81 × 38 mm)
- ET17 Gooseneck: 9.8′ (3 m) long
- ET18 Gooseneck: 4.9′ (1.5 m) long
- ET19 Gooseneck: 9.8′ (3 m) long
- Weight: Unit only: 8.64 oz. (245 g)
- ET17 Gooseneck: 4 oz. (113 g)
- ET18 Gooseneck: 5.6 oz. (159 g)
- ET19 Gooseneck: 10.2 oz (289 g)
- Drop Protection: 6.6′ (2 m)
- Standards/Certifications:
- CE, UKCA, ROHS, REACH, DOE/CEC, NRCan. Specifications subject to change.
WARNINGS
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
To ensure safe operation and service of the instrument, follow these instructions. Failure to observe these warnings can result in serious personal injury, fire, or electrical shock.
- The borescope, including the camera end, is NOT insulated. Avoid probing areas where energized conductive elements may be present. Shut off power to nearby work areas before starting work.
- DO NOT probe moving machinery that could catch the borescope and/or camera end, and cause harm to the operator and the Borescope.
- DO NOT expose display unit to moisture, rain, or snow. DO NOT use the borescope for underwater inspections.
- Avoid probing areas where chemicals may be present.
- NOT intended for use on people or animals.
- DO NOT use near sources of heat.
- DO NOT use in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
- DO NOT use the product if it is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion, or injury.
- Risk of fire and burns. DO NOT open, crush, heat above specified maximum temperature or incinerate. Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight can result in elevated temperatures.
- DO NOT subject to impacts or drops greater than 6.6′ (2m). Drops larger than this may not show signs of damage, but internal components may have been compromised. It is advisable to replace the unit if any such severe events occur.
- Keep steady footing at all times, following ladder safety procedures when necessary.
- DO NOT attempt to repair the product or charging cable. There are no user-serviceable parts.
SYMBOLS ON INSTRUMENT
ET19 COMPLIANCE
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry Canada
license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received,including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
NOTE : The grantee is not responsible for any changes or modifications
not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance. Such
modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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 instructions, 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 reception, 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:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
FCC RF EXPOSURE STATEMENTS:
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
ET19 COMPLIANCE
IC NOTICE TO CANADIAN USERS
This device complies with industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device. This device complies with RSS-247 of Industry Canada. Operation is
subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
IC RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT:
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment.
EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Hereby, Klein Tools declares that this product is in compliance with Directive
2014/53/EU and all other applicable EU requirements. The complete declaration
of conformity can be found on this product’s page at
www.kleintools.com.
UKCA DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Hereby, Klein Tools declares that this product is in compliance with the
relevant statutory requirements. The complete declaration of conformity can be
found on this product’s page at
www.kleintools.com.
ET17 & ET18 COMPLIANCE
See this product’s page at www.kleintools.com for
FCC compliance information. Canada ICES-003 (B) / NMB-003 (B)
FEATURE DETAILS
- 4.3″ LCD Screen
- Capture Image / Record Button
- Rotate Image Button
- Image / Video Button
- Camera Light Adjust / Up Button
- Digital Zoom / Down Button
- Enter Button
- Menu Button
- Power / LCD Brightness Button
- Port Cover
- Camera Gooseneck Input
- USB-C Charging / Data Port
- Kickstand
- Mount for Magnetic Hangers Cat. Nos 69417 and 69445 (sold separately)
- Charging Indicator
- Threaded Camera Housing Cap
- ET17 Gooseneck Camera 9.8′ (3 m) (Cat. No. 69462)
- ET18 Gooseneck Camera 4.9′ (1.5 m) (Cat. No. 69464)
- ET19 Gooseneck Camera 9.8′ (3m) (Cat. No. 69473)
- Mirror Attachment
- Magnet Attachment
- Hook Attachment
- USB-A to USB-C Charging Cable
- Carrying Case
- Image / Video Mode Indicator
- Camera LED Brightness Indicator
- Digital Zoom Indicator
- Battery Level Indicator
- Date / Time
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CHARGING
NOTE : Fully charge before first use.
Open the Port Cover 10 from the small end with the battery symbol to access
the charging port. Connect the USB-C side of the included USB cable 23 to the
USB-C Charging Port 12 , and connect the other end into a USB-A computer port,
AC adapter, or other USB power supply (not included.) The Charging Indicator
15 will illuminate red while charging and illuminate green when unit is fully
charged. Normal charge time is about 4 hours. NOTE: DO NOT submerge main unit.
For best protection, keep the Port Cover 10 closed when not in use.
POWER ON / OFF
Press the Power / LCD Brightness Button 9 to power-on. Press and hold the
Power Button for 2 seconds to power-off.
LIVE VIEW MODE
Connect the Camera Gooseneck (17 , 18 or 19 ) into the Camera Gooseneck Input
11 . Press the Power / LCD Brightness Button 9 to power-on the unit. The LCD
Screen 1 will display a live image.
NOTE : If the unit is powered on before the Camera Gooseneck (17 , 18 or
19 ) is inserted, the LCD Screen 1 will display an icon indicating that the
Camera Gooseneck ( 17, 18 or 19) needs to be inserted into the Camera
Gooseneck Input 11.
IMAGE / VIDEO CAPTURE MODE
Press the Image / Video Button 4 to cycle between Image Capture mode and Video
Capture mode. The Image / Video Mode Indicator 25 will indicate which mode is
selected. Press the Capture Image / Record Button 2 to capture a still image
or begin recording video. If recording a video, press the Capture Image /
Record Button 2 again to stop recording.
ROTATE IMAGE
Press the Rotate Image Button 3 to rotate the image 180°.
NOTE : Press and hold the Rotate Image Button 3 to switch between front
and side cameras when using optional dual lens camera (Cat. No. 69473 9.8′ (3
m) Armored Gooseneck included with ET19 or sold separately).
LED BRIGHTNESS
The brightness of the camera’s LED light can be adjusted to 4 levels or turned
off. Press the Camera Light Adjust / Up Button 5 to adjust brightness. Camera
LED Brightness Indicator 26 will indicate brightness level.
DIGITAL ZOOM
The camera can zoom in on the image 1×, 2× or 3×. Press the Digital Zoom /
Down Button 6 to cycle through zoom levels. The Digital Zoom Indicator 27 will
indicate the level of zoom displayed.
SCREEN BRIGHTNESS
The screen can be set to 100% brightness, or dimmed to 75%. Press the Power /
LCD Brightness Button 9 to toggle between brightnesses.
NOTE : Do not hold the Power / LCD Brightness Button 9 , doing so will
power-off the unit.
MENU
NOTE : While in Menu mode, press the Menu Button 8 to return to live view. Press the Menu Button 8 then use the Up 5 and Down 6 Buttons to navigate to the following items:
Gallery : Press the Menu Button 8 then use the Up 5 and Down 6 Buttons to navigate to GALLERY. A list of captured (and saved) still images and videos will be displayed in chronological order. Use the Up 5 and Down 6 Buttons to navigate to the desired image or video and press the Enter Button 7 to view:
To view image options:
Press the Enter Button 7 again to display the options menu. Use the Up 5 and
Down 6 Buttons to navigate to the desired option, then press the
Enter Button 7 to execute:
- Go Back: Closes the Options menu. Press the Menu Button 8 to return to the gallery.
- Info : Displays image/video details.
- Delete : Asks to delete the selected image. Use the Up 5 and Down 6 Buttons to select the green checkmark next to the file, then press the Enter Button 7 to confirm deletion. NOTE: This action CANNOT be undone. Press the Menu Button 8 to return to the main menu screen.
To view video:
While in the Gallery, use the Up 5 and Down 6 Buttons to navigate to the
desired option, then press the Enter Button 7 to execute:
- Go Back: Closes the Options menu. Press the Menu Button 8 to return to the gallery.
- Play : Press the Enter Button 7 to play the selected video. and enter the Play Video menu. While in the Play Video menu, use the Up 5 and nDown 6 Buttons select from the following options, and press the Enter Button 7 to execute:
- Go Back: Returns to options menu.
- Pause : Stops video and returns to play menu.
- Skip Back 5 Seconds: Moves the video backward 5 seconds.
- Skip Forward 5 Seconds: Moves the video ahead 5 seconds.
- Info: Displays video details.
- Delete : Unit asks to confirm deleting the selected video. Use the Up 5 and Down 6 Buttons to select the green checkmark, then press the Enter Button 7 to confirm deletion. NOTE: This action CANNOT be undone.
- NOTE : Saved images and videos can also be exported to a computer via the USB port 12.
Date and Time: Press the Menu Button 8 then use the Up 5 and Down 6 Buttons to navigate to DATE + TIME. Use the Up 5 and Down 6 Buttons to select Date Format and choose the desired format to display, either MM/DD/YYYY or YYYY/MM/DD. Use the Up 5 and Down 6 Buttons to select Time Format to choose the desired format to display either 12hr or 24hr. Use the Up 5 and Down 6 Buttons to select Date + Time. Press the Enter Button 7 to enter Set Date + Time settings. Use Up 5 and Down 6 Buttons to navigate to the desired field and press the Enter Button 7 to select. Use Up 5 and Down 6 Buttons to change the value, then press the Enter Button 7 to confirm changes. When finished, press the Menu Button 8 to return to the Date + Time screen. Press the Menu Button 8 to return to the main menu screen.
- Auto-Power Off: Press the Menu Button 8 , then use the Up 5 and Down 6 Buttons to navigate to Auto Power Off (APO), then press the Enter Button 7 . Use the Up 5 and Down 6 Buttons to set the desired APO time to OFF, 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes. Press the Enter Button 7 to confirm selection.
- Language : Press the Menu Button 8 then use the Up 5 and Down 6 Buttons to navigate to LANGUAGE, then press the Enter Button 7 . Use the Up 5 and Down 6 Buttons to select ENGLISH, SPANISH or FRENCH. Press the Enter Button 7 to confirm selection.
- About : Press the Menu Button 8 then use the Up 5 and Down 6 Buttons to navigate to ABOUT. The screen will display the MODEL #, VERSION, and Battery Temperature. A QR code to download the instruction manual to a smart device will also be displayed. Press the Menu Button 8 to return to the main menu.
Delete All Media
To delete all saved images and videos, press the Menu Button 8 then use the Up
5 and Down 6 Buttons to navigate to DELETE ALL MEDIA, then press the Enter
Button 7 to initiate deletion. Use the Up 5 and Down 6 Buttons to select
Cancel or Confirm, then press the Enter Button 7 .
NOTE : This action CANNOT be undone.
App Setup
Open Google Play or iOS App Store and search for “Wifi Borescope ET19”. Download and install app.
To connect ET19 to mobile device
Power on ET19 Device. Press the Menu Button 8 then use the Up 5 or Down 6
buttons to navigate to WIFI MEDIA TRANSFER then press the Enter Button 7 . On
your mobile device, open the Wifi Borescope ET19 App. Select “Connect” and
choose the “KT-ET19T” network to connect to the device. Note it may take a
minute or two for network to appear.
To Download Images/Videos
Once devices are connected, use app to select Images or Video. Select which
files you want to Save and select SAVE TO PHONE to download. While connected,
files can be remotely deleted from the ET19 device. To delete from the device,
select the files and press the TRASH icon.
NOTE : This action CANNOT be undone.
To delete files from the ET19 app, select the files and then press the TRASH icon. It will prompt you to confirm. This action cannot be undone. To deselect files, select the X icon in the bottom left corner. To go back to the main menu of the app, select the ARROW icon in the bottom right corner.
References
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