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General Tools Instruments TM<br />
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE<br />
“It’s your job…General Tools make it easier”<br />
Contacts:<br />
Sue Minichiello<br />
SpaceAge Media Communications<br />
617-232-0767<br />
sue@spaceage-media.com<br />
Peter Harper VP Strategic Marketing<br />
General Tools & Instruments<br />
212-431-6100, ext. 267<br />
p.harper@<strong>general</strong><strong>tools</strong>.com<br />
New Product Introduction<br />
General Tools & Instruments Introduces New Seeker TM Line <strong>of</strong> Video<br />
Inspection Systems for HVAC/R Applications at 2010 AHR Expo<br />
(New York) – Designed for a wide variety <strong>of</strong> applications in the HVAC/R industry—such<br />
as detecting leaks, inspecting corrosion and deposit buildup, and reading hidden part<br />
and serial numbers—General Tools & Instruments’ <strong>new</strong> <strong>line</strong> <strong>of</strong> Video Inspection<br />
Systems <strong>of</strong>fers the technician and contractor a cost-effective way to visually inspect<br />
inaccessible or hazardous areas and thus diagnose difficult system problems without<br />
the necessity <strong>of</strong> complete system disassembly. Advanced units allow the user to record<br />
and transfer still images and <strong>video</strong>.<br />
Starting at $189.00, Seeker TM Video Inspection Systems provide technicians with<br />
powerful inspection <strong>tools</strong> designed to see into hard-to-reach areas. All three models<br />
come equipped with a high-strength, “obedient”, 1m (39.4 in) camera-tipped probe with<br />
built-in, adjustable LED lighting; a mirror, magnet and pick-up hook that can mount on<br />
the end <strong>of</strong> the probe; batteries; a detailed instruction manual and an impact-resistant<br />
carrying case. Probes start from 9.5mm in diameter, and are water, oil and dust-pro<strong>of</strong>.<br />
The Seeker TM 200 Video Inspection System ($189.00) <strong>of</strong>fers the least expensive way to<br />
add <strong>video</strong> inspection capability to your tool kit. The unit features a 2.4 in. (70mm) color<br />
LCD monitor for real-time viewing, with a slim, 12mm (0.47 in.) flexible camera-tipped<br />
probe that retains its configured shape for inspecting hard-to-reach areas such as heat<br />
exchanger tubing. The camera features a 60° field <strong>of</strong> view and a depth <strong>of</strong> field ranging<br />
from 1.0 to 11.8 inches (25 to 300mm). Optional 1m, 2m or 3m probe extensions can be<br />
added to extend the probe length up to 5m (16.4 ft).<br />
General Tools & Instruments Co., LLC ● 80 White Street ● New York, NY 10013-3567<br />
Tel.: 212.431.6100 ● Fax: 212-431-6499 ● www.<strong>general</strong><strong>tools</strong>.com
General Tools Instruments TM<br />
The Seeker TM 300 Video Inspection System ($219.00) has all the features <strong>of</strong> the Seeker<br />
200 System in addition to a larger, 3.5 in. (89mm) color LCD monitor.<br />
The Seeker TM 400 Wireless, Data Logging Video Inspection Systems ($299.00 and<br />
$399.00) includes two models: the DCS400 and the DCS495. Both models feature the<br />
same specifications. The difference is in the type <strong>of</strong> probe included. Each system is a<br />
fully-featured <strong>video</strong> scope that includes a detachable, 3.5 in. (89mm) color LCD monitor<br />
designed for remote viewing as far as 32.8 ft. (10m) away. The monitor includes a<br />
magnetic base for easy mounting on a metallic surface. The Seeker 400 series allows<br />
the user to record either still images (jpeg) or up to 3 hours <strong>of</strong> <strong>video</strong> (avi) in either NTSC<br />
or PAL format. Images and <strong>video</strong> are stored on the included 1GB micro SD card and<br />
can be outputted to a remote monitor or computer via the included <strong>video</strong> and USB<br />
cables. A choice <strong>of</strong> 10 menu languages is provided. The DCS400 features a 17mm<br />
(0.67 in.) flexible, camera-tipped probe with built-in, adjustable, high intensity, LED<br />
lighting. Probe extensions 2.9 ft. (.9m) long are optionally available to extend the unit’s<br />
reach up to 18 ft. (5.5m). For applications that require a slimmer probe, an optional<br />
9.5mm diameter 3.2ft. long probe with camera and LED lighting imbedded in the tip is<br />
available for $199.00. The DCS495 system comes complete with the 9.5mm diameter<br />
instead <strong>of</strong> the 17mm probe and lists for only $399.00.<br />
For more information about General Tools & Instruments Video Inspection Systems,<br />
visit http://www.<strong>general</strong><strong>tools</strong>.com/camerascopes.<br />
About General Tools & Instruments Company<br />
Headquartered in New York City for more than 87 years, General Tools & Instruments is<br />
the industry leader in specialty <strong>tools</strong> and <strong>instruments</strong>. Its recent acquisition <strong>of</strong> Mannix<br />
Instruments, a manufacturer <strong>of</strong> high-quality handheld electronic test and measurement<br />
equipment, has expanded General’s product <strong>line</strong> to include over 2,000 precision <strong>tools</strong><br />
and <strong>instruments</strong>. This vast array <strong>of</strong> products is widely used by pr<strong>of</strong>essionals in HVAC/R,<br />
Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Maintenance, and Home Inspection.<br />
For additional product information and photography, contact Sue Minichiello at SpaceAge<br />
Media Communications. To learn more about General Tools & Instruments and its<br />
products, visit www.<strong>general</strong><strong>tools</strong>.com, or call Customer Support at 1-800-697-8665.<br />
Attn. Publishers: Please send all sales leads to Peter Harper, VP Strategic Marketing<br />
General Tools & Instruments ● 80 White Street ● New York, NY 10013-3567 ● USA<br />
Phone: 212-431-6100 x267; Fax: 212-431-6499 Email: p.harper@<strong>general</strong><strong>tools</strong>.com<br />
“It’s your job…General Tools make it easier”<br />
General Tools & Instruments Co., LLC ● 80 White Street ● New York, NY 10013-3567<br />
Tel.: 212.431.6100 ● Fax: 212-431-6499 ● www.<strong>general</strong><strong>tools</strong>.com
General Tools Instruments TM<br />
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“It’s your job…General Tools make it easier”<br />
General Tools & Instruments Co., LLC ● 80 White Street ● New York, NY 10013-3567<br />
Tel.: 212.431.6100 ● Fax: 212-431-6499 ● www.<strong>general</strong><strong>tools</strong>.com
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