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Ridgid SeeSnake DVDPak Monitor
February 01, 2010 10:00– by Mark Jones

Ridgid SeeSnake DVDPak
Product: SeeSnake DVDPak Monitor
Manufacturer: Ridgid
Value Rating: Promising
Performance Rating: Professional's Choice
Buy It Now!

Pros: Great way to get a permanent record of an inspection

Cons: A little bulky

Features & Specs
  • Display: 4.3" OLED or 5.7" LCD
  • Resolution: 480 x 272 (OLED) or 320 x 240 (LCD)
  • Power Source: 18V Li-Ion Battery or AC Plug
  • Weight: 9.15 lbs.
  • Length: 3.8"
  • Width: 9.1"
  • Height: 5.3"
  • Input: Composite Video In, Built-In Microphone
  • Media Compatibility: DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD+R DL
 

Ridgid is continuing their efforts to expand the SeeSnake line of drain / sewer inspection equipment with their new SeeSnake DVDPak Monitor which is easy way to have a permanent record of an inspection. Using the recently launched DVDBase recording accessory as a foundation, the DVDPak Monitor gives you the option of a 5.7" LCD or a 4.3" OLED color display.

Ridgid SeeSnake DVDPak The Optional High Contrast  OLED display is supposed to be able to work in really cold weather all the way down to -30 ° F and offers better daylight viewing in very bright conditions. The SeeSnake DVDPak Monitor provides exceptional DVD burning reliability which takes the question out of what DVDs to use and how to finalize correctly. No more miss burns or errors about compatibility. There is a built-in microphone which gives you the option of recording voice-over on your inspection footage which could prove pretty handy if you are taking a lot of film. Being able to take audio notes can be a huge help in future viewing of the DVD's. The unit comes in a fully weatherized case is pretty lightweight and modular in design. The DVDPak Monitor should help to provide a new level of flexibility, reliability and efficiency on the job site. To add additional functionality if AC power isn't available, Lithium-Ion batteries provide hours of untethered operation.

There are a few options and varieties now available, check out this table to see which one best serves you.

Cat. No.

Description

Weight

lbs.

32923

DVDPak Monitor Only – 4.3" OLED (115V)

7.5

33203

DVDPak Monitor w/Battery and Charger – 4.3" OLED (115V)

11.5

32673

DVDPak Monitor Only – 5.7" LCD (115V)

7.5

33198

DVDPak Monitor w/Battery and Charger – 5.7" LCD (115V)

11.5

32708

18V 2.2Ah Li-Ion Battery and Charger Kit (115V)

4

32743

18V 2.2Ah Li-Ion Battery

2

27958

18V Li-Ion Battery Charger (115V)

2

 

Ridgid SeeSnake DVDPak

About Ridgid Tools
Since 1923, RIDGID has remained the symbol of certainty to dedicated professionals of the expert trades. We at the Ridge Tool Company take this heritage seriously. This is why every tool that bears the RIDGID brand is engineered to the same high standards of quality, strength, and endurance as was that first heavy-duty pipe wrench more than 80 years ago.

For more information please visit http://www.ridgid.com/Tools/DVDPak-Monitor/EN/index.htm