LTI TruAngle User`s Manual 1st Edition
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1. message identifier ZERO refers to Zero the Display lt CR gt carriage return lt LF gt line feed Instrument Reply OK lt CR gt lt LF gt Report Current Angle shown on the LCD Command F ANG lt CR gt lt LF gt where message identifier ANG refers to Report the Current Angle lt CR gt carriage return lt LF gt line feed Example Reply ANG 25 96 lt CR gt lt LF gt Power Down the TruAngle Command PWR lt CR gt lt LF gt where message identifier PWR refers to Power Down the TruAngle lt CR gt carriage return lt LF gt line feed Example Reply OK lt CR gt lt LF gt Time Out Interval The factory default Time Out Interval is 60 minutes Page 8 This command allows you to change the Time Out interval Get TO lt CR gt lt LF gt Reply TO lt CR gt lt LF gt Set TO lt CR gt lt LF gt Instrument Reply OK lt CR gt lt LF gt where message identifier TO refers to the Time Out Interval n 5 5 minute time out 10 10 minute time out 60 60 for 60 minute time out XXXXX XXXXX minute time out any number between 0 and 65534 65535 No Time Out Interval Always on lt CR gt carriage return lt LF gt line feed Example TO 10 lt CR gt lt LF gt Sets the Time Out Interval to 10 minutes LTI MapStar TruAngle User s Manual First Edition right c 2010 Laser Technolo Inc All Rights Reserved Unauthorized duplication in whole or in part is strict Sect2. 40 C to 80 C Size Height to top of bubble level 5 6 in 14 2 cm Diameter 4 55 in 11 6 cm Width with tall side brackets 5 65 in 14 4 cm Width with short side brackets 5 41 in 13 7 cm Short Side Bracket total height 10 43 in 26 5 cm Tall Side Bracket total height 15 08 in 38 3 cm Weight 2 25 Ibs 1 02 kg Weight includes batteries does not include side brackets Construction Fiberglass filled polycarbonate Tripod Mount 5 8 inch threaded insert Data Output RS232 Serial NMEA 0183 format Sensor Type High resolution optical encoder LTI MapStar TruAngle User s Manual First Edition right c 2010 Laser Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Unauthorized duplication in whole or in part is strict Section 8 LTI Limited Warranty Page 19 Section 8 LTI Limited Warranty What is Covered Laser Technology Inc LTI warrants this product to be in good working order Should the product fail to be in good working order at any time during the warranty period LTI will at its option repair or replace this product at no additional charge Parts and products that have been replaced as a result of a warranty claim become the property of LTI What is the Period of Coverage This warranty remains in force for one year from the date of purchase from LTI or an authorized LTI product dealer unless otherwise noted by LTI at the time of sale LTI reserves the right to require written verification of the date of th
3. ind see Figure 9 on Page 7 prompting you to index the encoder 1 2 Rotate the TruAngle clockwise or counter clockwise one complete rotation 360 Once the index has been found the 0 00 LCD characters will flash As you are rotating the TruAngle the index may be found before the unit has been rotated the complete 360 This is not a problem and will not change the calibration Zeroing the Unit Once the encoder is indexed the 0 00 LCD characters will flash to prompt you to zero the unit a Short press the OK button or fire the laser Firing the laser downloads a serial data string to zero the unit The 0 00 LCD characters will be displayed steady instead of flashing Angle measurements and the display will update as the unit is rotated Entering A Non Zero Backsight Shooting a BackSight is the process of pairing a reference angle or BackSight angle with a selected direction and must be done upon every change of station The default is to Zero your backsight angle while this routine allows you to enter a non zero backsight value 1 Power on the TruAngle index the encoder and then short press the OK button to enter the Measurement Mode Short press the BS button to activate the Backsight Mode and start updating the display The display flashes during this process Rotate the TruAngle until the desired Backsight value is displayed Use the Fine Adjust wheel to assist in displaying the correct val
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5. Figure 2 LTI MapStar TruAngle User s Manual First Edition Inc All Rights Reserved Unauthorized duplication in whole or in part is strict Section 3 Using the TruAngle Page 4 Section 3 Using the TruAngle Loading the Batteries Two AA batteries are required to power the TruAngle The Battery Door is located on the left side of the TruAngle Use a flat head screwdriver or coin to remove or secure the battery door 1 Remove the Battery Door by turning the screw counter clockwise Note that Battery Doors tabbed edge serves as the hinge Insert the two batteries as shown in the figure 3 Replace the Battery Door by inserting the tabbed edge of the door into the slot 4 Secure the Battery Door by turning the screw clockwise BATTERY COMPARTMENT AA BATTERIES 2 BATTERY a eel DOOR SCREW Figure 3 Battery Indicator The TruAngle continuously monitors its power source LTI has defined the acceptable battery voltage range to guarantee correct operation Appearance of the Battery Icon Explanation The battery voltage icon is located in the lower right corner of the LCD When the battery voltage becomes too low the unit will automatically power off No indications 2 segments and battery outline lighted Approximately 8 hours of use remain 1 segment and battery outline lighted Approximately 5 hours of use remain Battery outline lighted Approximately 2 hours of use remai
6. LTI MapStar TruAngle User s Manual First Edition Inc All Rights Reserved Unauthorized duplication in whole or in part is strict Section 4 Managing Serial Data Page 15 Error Messages If an error is encountered an error message will be output instead of the OK message ER 7 lt CR gt lt LF gt where message identifier ER Error n 1 Command syntax error unrecognized character etc Try to enter command again 2 Memory checksum failure If you see this code try cycling the power OFF and ON and then repeat the measurement If the error persists please contact Laser Technology Inc for assistance 3 Instrument is in Index Mode Rotate the unit to set the index Page 9 4 Instrument is in Backsight Mode Set the non zero backsight or cancel Backsight Mode Carriage return line feed lt CR gt lt LF gt Example ER 3 lt CR gt lt LF gt Instrument is in Index Mode LTI MapStar TruAngle User s Manual First Edition Inc All Rights Reserved Unauthorized duplication in whole or in part is strict Section 5 Caring for the TruAngle Page 16 Section 5 Caring for the TruAngle Operating Temperature The TruAngle components are rated for a temperature range of 22 to 122 F 30 to 50 C Do not expose the instrument to temperatures outside this range Moisture and Dust Protection The Angle Encoder is sealed to provide protection from normally expected field conditions It is prot
7. TruAngle Dele Ce SP NzDoe w o_ r mm 3 hesre SS DN Dr e e cz yep m 3 Section 2 Quick Start Section 3 Using the TruAngle Loading the Batiel CS canis rrr E 4 Batey MACO aexcaneeevcaceinsceacentatensnsiaeedestsntaaeseatensseeiangineteansaenteecusesimunenctactouisen 4 Attaching the Side Brackets and the Laser s esssssesssssssrsnsnsrnrnsnrrrnernrnrnrnnnennrnrnrnrrennnne S Connec ng the Cables s k a kc aka babek a yaaa kaya kana aandraaien a Kak kara 6 CBC TT Vr r r rs s rrar5ra ra k n 6 Leveling the TruAnGle MK KA_AlllLllulllkll kall kk kk kk kk kak kaka kak kak ka kaka aka a kaka kak kaka aka kak aa kaka aka aka kaka aka aa 6 Fine A dj st and FI CUOT LOCK xy a3 xx54x2 ya sa xid bik a EA ERK raj Ha dak Sk HA Naa a bn k Saki bak d kk a a d n i 7 Button Names and FUNCTIONS cce kk aka kaka kaka kaka ka kaka kak k kk KA kK kk KK kk kk kk kk kak a aa 7 Power ON the TIONS sa i sik siyana Vala na n k na V kaR ka Wak b k ka kk a WAN a VA AHA Waya Va A DA h d ian Waaa 7 Extend the Display Segment Test ccccecccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeseeaeseeaeeeeaeeesaeaeeeeaeeaeaneess 8 Power OFF the TruAngl ik i aus adanak inan bany kana k asa k kk Ak ka ka al Ra nerina daiira daka 8 Display the Firmware Version Number kla kaka akak ka kaka aka aka kk a ka aa aka kal 8 T m the LCD Backlight ON OF Off xi iL yy yasa akla sava ral adak
8. orientation and reference the TruAngle at the value displayed ZERO Long press to activate the Zero Mode Short press to activate the Backsight Mode Press and hold both buttons until the TruAngle Figure 7 powers off This manual simplifies the button names to relate to current function instead of matching the TruAngle s label For example instead of Press the ON BL OK button to activate the backlight7 this manual would state Press the BL button to activate the backlight Power ON the TruAngle To power on the TruAngle long press the ON button Briefly the LCD should look like Figure 8 and the backlight will also be on Next the LCD should look like Figure 9 prompting you to index the encoder Page 9 Figure 8 Figure 9 LTI MapStar TruAngle User s Manual First Edition Inc All Rights Reserved Unauthorized duplication in whole or in part is strict Section 3 Using the TruAngle Page 8 Extend the Display Segment Test Extending the Display Segment Test allows you to verify that all display indicators are working properly 1 Press and hold the ON button The LCD should look like Figure 8 Page 7 and the Backlight should also be on Verify all display segments are lit 3 Release the ON button Upon releasing the ON button the LCD should look like Figure 9 Page 7 Power OFF the TruAngle To power off the TruAngle long press both buttons simultaneously To help save its ba
9. Laser Technology Inc MapStar TruAngle User s Manual 1 Edition MapStar TruAngle User s Manual Part Number 0144849 Copyright Notice Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Laser Technology Inc No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form or by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or information storage and retrieval systems for any purpose other than the purchaser s personal use without the express written consent of Laser Technology Inc Copyright c 2010 Laser Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Unauthorized duplication in whole or in part is strictly prohibited First Edition December 2010 Trademarks Criterion and MapStar are registered trademarks of Laser Technology Inc All other trademarks are the property of their respective owner This product is covered by pending patent applications and the following issued patents 5 859 693 How to Contact LTI Street Address 7070 South Tucson Way Centennial CO 80112 USA Phone 1 303 649 1000 1 800 790 7364 USA and Canada Fax 1 649 9710 Web Site www lasertech com Email service lasertech com LTI MapStar TruAngle User s Manual First Edition Inc All Rights Reserved Unauthorized duplication in whole or in part is strict Table of Contents Page 1 Table Of Contents Precautions Section 1 Introducing the MapStar
10. Stop bit 1 e Parity None Serial Ports Pin out Assignments TRIGGER Figure 13 Serial Commands e Serial commands that start the character pass through the TruAngle to the laser For information about these serial commands please refer to the user s manual that shipped with your laser e Serial commands that start with the character are intercepted and acted upon by TruAngle e 7ruPulse Series Lasers Only Serial commands can be sent to the TruPulse series laser via a PC while cabled to the TruAngle For example the GO command will fire the TruPulse capture a measurement and then download the serial data string from the TruPulse to TruAngle capture the angle measurement and then download the complete serial data string to the PC For more TruPulse commands please refer to the user s manual that shipped with your TruPulse Serial Requests Instrument Identification Command ID lt CR gt lt LF gt where message identifier ID refers to TruAngle Firmware Version lt CR gt carriage return lt LF gt line feed Instrument Reply ID LCAE version number date lt CR gt lt LF gt Example Reply 1D LCAE 1 14 07 28 10 lt CR gt lt LF gt LTI MapStar TruAngle User s Manual First Edition Inc All Rights Reserved Unauthorized duplication in whole or in part is strict Section 4 Managing Serial Data Page 13 Serial Commands Zero the Display Command ZERO lt CR gt lt LF gt where
11. View Right Side View Figure 1 LTI MapStar TruAngle User s Manual First Edition Inc All Rights Reserved Unauthorized duplication in whole or in part is strict Section 2 Quick Start Page 3 Basic Package MapStar TruAngle Laser Cable Download Cable Side Brackets 1 set e Short Impulse TruPulse or e Tall UltraLyte 2 AA batteries User s Manual Padded shipping box LILI OLI gt O O N N O N Laser mounting brackets Tripod Staff Tribrach amp Tribrach adapter Mounting hardware Serial data cable remote trigger option Carrying case Software solutions Data Collectors OOOO To learn more about any of the items listed above please contact LTI LTI Sales Representative or Authorized Dealer Section 2 Quick Start a A m J N Install the batteries Page 4 Mount side brackets laser tripod and then attach cables Pages 5 6 Use the bubble level to level the unit Page 6 Long press the ON button to power on the unit Page 7 Index the encoder Page 9 Zero the unit when 0 00 is flashing by pressing the OK button or firing the laser When the TruAngle is rotated the display not flash and will update with angle measurements Fire the laser to take an angle measurement Laser and angle measurement data is automatically downloaded through the DATA serial port When finished long press both buttons to power off the TruAngle
12. d direction 2 Fire the laser When laser is fired and a measurement is recorded the TruAngle will also record the current angle measurement and display that angle measurement on the LCD The measurement display and backlight will flash three times Then the angle measurement will display steady The flash indicates the measurements are being downloaded through the data serial port automatically The TruAngle is ready for a new angle measurement 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 for each new measurement Error Codes The error code listed below and shown in Figure 11 may be displayed on the LCD Err 2 Memory Checksum Failure If you see this code try cycling the power OFF and ON and then repeat the measurement If the error persists please contact Laser Technology Inc for assistance Figure 11 Additional error codes messages may be output through the serial port See Page 15 for more information LTI MapStar TruAngle User s Manual First Edition Inc All Rights Reserved Unauthorized duplication in whole or in part is strict Section 4 Managing Serial Data Page 11 Section 4 Managing Serial Data The TruAngle s two serial ports are used to communicate with external devices The one labeled LASER to an LTI laser product and the one labeled DATA to a data collector or PC In normal operation the laser s Fire button is pressed and data is automatically downloaded to the TruAngle It then fires inserts the a
13. e Crimp As Figure 6 shows the side bracket design includes a cable Cable crimp You can use the cable crimp to hold the cables and keep them from interfering with your work d Cable Crimp YYY YAZA Figure 6 Leveling the TruAngle The bubble level is used to level the TruAngle 1 Look at the position of the bubble within the bubble level When the bubble is centered inside the circle the TruAngle is level 2 To align the bubble within the circle adjust the tribach or tripod the TruAngle is mounted on Looking at Figure 7 the yellow dot represents the bubble A shows that the TruAngle is not level A B B shows that the TruAngle is level Figure 7 LTI MapStar TruAngle User s Manual First Edition Section 3 Using the TruAngle Page 7 Fine Adjust and Friction Lock e The Fine Adjust wheel lets you precisely control the encoder s rotation Movement of the wheel results in small angle update measurements The Fine Adjust ratio is 66 1 e Tightening the Friction Lock keeps the encoder from rotating by adding friction to the base plate and to the brake shoe which is attached to the chassis Adjust as needed Button Names and Functions Long press powers on the Long press powers on the TruAngle anln BERN the Display Test at power on until the button is released Page 8 BL When the TruAngle is already powered on long press to turn on off the backlight Short press to accept
14. e data strings are not being output The display is updating when rotated but now it is flashing The display reads ind and will not go into the Zero backsight mode Inc All Rights Reserved Unauthorized duplication in whole or in part is strict Section 6 Troubleshooting amp Tips Page 17 Make sure the TruAngle is level before you power it On Page 6 When mounting the TruAngle make sure the base is completely tight to the top of the tripod adapter or staff you are using and does not rotate To aid in this tighten down the friction lock so the entire unit will not rotate Loosen the friction lock until it moves smoothly The ZERO BS button was inadvertently pressed Cycle the Power Off On and re reference the unit and try again Rotate the TruAngle through 360 degrees until the display starts to flash 0 00 LTI MapStar TruAngle User s Manual First Edition right c 2010 Laser Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Unauthorized duplication in whole or in part is strict Section 7 Specifications Page 18 Section 7 Specifications Accuracy 0 19 staff mounted 0 05 tripod mounted Range 0 to 359 99 Display Resolution 0 01 Angle Resolution 0 01 Measurement Units Degrees Power supply 2 AA batteries 8 hours continuous use Environment Water and Dust Resistant IP54 Temperature Operating 22 F to 122 F 30 C to 50 C Storage 40 F to 176 F
15. e original purchase of any product What is Not Covered LTI has no obligation to modify or upgrade any product once sold Any reproduction of software products is strictly forbidden This limited warranty does not include service to repair damage to the product resulting from e Accident e Disaster e Misuse e Abuse e Non LTI modification e Batteries or damage caused by batteries used in our products In no event will LTI be liable to you for any damages including any lost profits lost savings or other incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use such product Furthermore LTI shall not be held responsible if an LTI authorized dealer has been advised of the possibility of such damage or for any claim by any other party What Will We Do to Correct Problems If this product is not in good working order as warranted above your sole remedy shall be repair or replacement as provided above How does State Law Relate to this Warranty LTI hereby disclaims all other express and implied warranties for the product including the warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose Some states do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties so the above limitations may not apply to you LTI MapStar TruAngle User s Manual First Edition right c 2010 Laser Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Unauthorized duplication in whole or in part is strict Section 8 LTI Limited Warrant
16. ected from dust and water and features temporary submersion resistance If water leakage is suspected 1 Power OFF the Angle Encoder 2 Remove the batteries 3 Air dry the encoder at room temperature with the battery compartment open Shock Protection The TruAngle is a precision instrument and should be handled with care It will withstand a reasonable drop shock If the encoder is subjected to a severe mechanical shock you should power on the instrument and index the encoder Page 9 Cleaning and Storage Clean the TruAngle after each use Before returning it to its case check for the following items e Excess moisture Towel off excess moisture and air dry the instrument at room temperature with the battery compartment open and the batteries removed e Exterior dirt Wipe exterior surfaces clean Use isopropanol to remove dirt and fingerprints from the exterior surfaces e Batteries If you do not expect to use the TruAngle again soon remove the batteries before storing it Display Screen It is a good idea to periodically check the display screen to make certain that all display segments are working properly For more information see Extend the Display Segment Test Page 8 LTI MapStar TruAngle User s Manual First Edition Section 6 Troubleshooting amp Tips The angles output by the TruAngle do not appear to be accurate When turning the unit the gears seem to grind After referencing the TruAngle th
17. ics See the required procedure for indexing the encoder Page 9 Do not expose to excessive moisture or dust The TruAngle is rated IP54 water amp dust resistant See Page 16 for information about the care and maintenance of the TruAngle Section 1 Introducing the MapStar TruAngle Congratulations on the purchase of your LTI MapStar TruAngle angle encoder The TruAngle calculates a turned horizontal angle that can be referenced to any desired point or direction It works in conjunction with all our laser rangefinders that have an inclinometer for complete 3D position measurements with X Y and Z coordinates The modular design allows you to pivot the laser a full 90 up or down while maintaining the rotary encoder level providing the greatest possible accuracy and range of motion One of the major advantages of the TruAngle is that it is not affected by local magnetic interference There are so many applications like urban environments for example where you may need to position objects but can not use an electronic compass because your surroundings could compromise your accuracy Features of the TruAngle Simple 2 button interface Friction Lock Mechanism Bubble Level LCD Backlight Serial Interface with Auto Download from laser to data collector Bubble Level Serial Ports Threaded Insert Tripod Mount Fine Adjust Friction Lock Buttons LCD Battery Door O ON AM ESQ N E Top
18. ion 4 Managing Serial Data Page 14 Backlight Status Get BL lt CR gt lt LF gt Instrument Reply BL N lt CR gt lt LF gt Set BL lt CR gt lt LF gt Instrument Reply OK lt CR gt lt LF gt where message identifier BL Backlight Status n 0 Backlight OFF 1 Backlight ON lt CR gt carriage return lt LF gt line feed Example BL 1 lt CR gt lt LF gt Turns the backlight ON Backsight Set BS N lt CR gt lt LF gt Instrument Reply OK lt CR gt lt LF gt where message identifier BS Backsight n 1 Puts instrument in Backsight mode display flashes so display angle can be set 2 Locks Backsight angle in display so instrument can be aimed at target 3 Locked angle is set as current angle display flashes 3 times and normal operation resumes 4 Cancels Backsight operation after a BS 1 or BS 2 command and returns the instrument to normal operation lt CR gt carriage return lt LF gt line feed Example BS 1 lt CR gt lt LF gt Turns on the backlight TruPulse Series Only Serial commands can be sent to the TruPulse series via PC while cabled to the TruAngle For example the GO command will fire the laser and capture a measurement Then the TruPulse will download the serial string into the TruAngle capture the angle measurement and download the data string to the PC For information about additional commands please refer to the user s manual that shipped with your TruPulse
19. light status 14 backsight 9 14 basic package 3 batteries 16 installing 4 battery door 2 battery indicator 4 BL button 7 BS button 7 bubble level 2 positioning 6 buttons 7 C cable connections 5 6 cable crimp side bracket 6 cleaning 16 construction 18 D data output 18 DATA port 6 dirt 16 display resolution 18 display test 8 drop shock 16 dust protection 16 E environmental rating 2 18 error code Err 2 10 error message serial output 15 F features 2 fine adjust 2 7 firmware version 8 friction lock 2 7 G gear noise 7 Impule 5 Impulse ind 7 17 indexing the encoder 9 instrument id 12 L LASER port 6 laser settings 11 LCD 2 16 LTI contact information 20 M maintenance 16 measruement 10 measurement units 18 moisture 16 moisture protection 16 N NMEA compliance non zero backsight 9 removing 9 10 O OFF button 7 OK button 7 ON button 7 P power down 13 power supply 18 powering OFF 8 ON 7 precautions 2 R range 18 remote trigger 11 report current angle 13 S sensor type 18 serial data format parameters 12 serial ports 6 11 pin out assignments 12 side bracket cable crimp 6 side brackets 5 size 18 specifications 18 T temperature range 2 16 1 test LCD 8 threaded insert 2 time out interval 8 13 tripod mount 2 18 troubleshooting 17 TruPulse 5 11 14 U UltraLyte 5 11 V version number views 2 W warranty 19 wiegh
20. n LTI MapStar TruAngle User s Manual First Edition Inc All Rights Reserved Unauthorized duplication in whole or in part is strict Section 3 Using the TruAngle Page 5 Attaching the Side Brackets and the Laser The required laser mounting bracket depends upon which laser you are using Impulse TruPulse or UltraLyte Please contact LTI if you need assistance e When attaching the laser to the side brackets do not over extend the side brackets TruPulse UltraLyte Figure 4 1 Attach the laser mounting bracket to the laser 2 Attach right and left side brackets to the TruAngle e The short side brackets are designed for use with the Impulse and the TruPulse e The tall side brackets are designed for use with the UltraLyte 3 Attach the laser mounting bracket to the side bracket The side bracket should be secure but should not be over tightened LTI MapStar TruAngle User s Manual First Edition Inc All Rights Reserved Unauthorized duplication in whole or in part is strict Section 3 Using the TruAngle Page 6 Connecting the Cables e Connect either end of the supplied laser data cable to the laser s serial port and the other end to the TruAngle s serial port labeled LASER To DATA e Connect one end of the download cable to the data Collector collector and the other end to the TruAngle s serial port labeled DATA Right Side View of the TruAngle Figure 5 Cabl
21. n h wana WAA bA a la W n ha wa VERA D R AA 8 Indexing the Encoder s y a kuyu yan sayan ok keyd b ka can d ka kar na k aba kb ddrk k dwa kad kaya xad da a kani ia 9 ZOOMING Ce VANE O VD _e oe eo_oran r rrr 9 Entering A Non Zero Backsight kK kk kak kkkk kak kak kak aka kaka aka ka aa aka aka ka aka kaka aka kaka aa aa 9 Removing the Non Zero Backsight Value ccsccececeeeeeceeeeeeeetecseeesenetseereeeeestareesenes 10 Taking a Measurement 4L AL llllkllkkkkakkkkkk kk kaka kaka kk kk kake kaka kaka kk kak kk ak a kK A kk KA KA kK kK kK A KA KA kK kk aa 10 ENON Ol OS a parses ne ki E Kn dka be eee n b bawa Seha k ease aw RE A Ka ed A K h k 10 Section 4 Managing Serial Data 11 NMEA COT NCS Zer o oe a ma 11 kaser DOL S ass nan narman kan i akan ne nan dl Ane n Kend l ga san dak kin canli ase bid awan n nea A de aa e nak Pa Rwan nal L Remo dne ale dd ec aasialbicnesiease 1a A AE ands pad NEA 11 Format Pat al T t l S ssori nnn yan Halakan k sadan ee a Ra Wa k l Wa na n n a h WBA ail ban a Sala l k w l nan KAW eba 12 Serial Ports Pin out Assignments Mh khk A lklllldlklkkkkkkkakkkkkkkkkkk kaka aka kay kaka a kak kaka kak kak kaka ka aka kak kak aa 12 zall COMMANA r _ __ a pm vmmiMM 12 aR SUS 5 c e e oe e oroaeeoo mmm ly 12 Instrument TGSNUNCATON s s sis case anaryanyi n aia 12 Na CONNAN S r _ gt p 5
22. n the unit No settings are necessary UltraLyte 200 and 200 LR Select the CR400 message format The UltraLyte will not communicate with the TruAngle if the UL200 download format is active Remote Triggering It is possible to remotely trigger the TruAngle by using an external computer data collector or switch closure Remote triggering uses an open collector closure to ground or an active low TTL or RS232 level Signal to the trigger pin on the serial connector It requires a special order download cable that connects the remote trigger signal from the encoder to the RTS output signal of a computer s serial port When using a serial cable with a remote trigger connection hard wired care must be taken to control the state of the RTS signal from the host computer Often times the default state of the RTS signal will be low causing an inadvertent trigger Since the remote trigger signal is treated the same as a button press on the TruAngle holding the signal low is identical to holding down a button which prevents a response to any additional buttons that are pressed LTI MapStar TruAngle User s Manual First Edition Inc All Rights Reserved Unauthorized duplication in whole or in part is strict Section 4 Managing Serial Data Page 12 Format Parameters The TruAngle serial interface uses RS 232 12V signal levels and data format The format parameters are set to e Baud Rate 4800 BPS e Start bit 1 e Data bits 8 e
23. ngle value into the data string and automatically sends Figure 12 it out the DATA port In addition commands can be sent from the data collector PC to the TruAngle or laser such as parameter change commands Page 13 and a remote trigger command to Fire the laser see below Figure 12 shows the data flow The cables data collectors and software needed for remote operations are available from LTI or an Authorized Dealer NMEA Compliance The TruAngle uses the LTI CR400 data format follows the guidelines of the NMEA 0183 Standard for Interfacing Marine Electronic Navigational Devices Revision 2 0 e NMEA 0183 provides for both standard and proprietary data formats Since none of the standard formats are useful for the data transferred from the Impulse special proprietary formats are used Rules described in the NMEA standard governing general message structure leading and trailing characters numeric values delimiting character checksums maximum line length data rate and bit format are followed exactly e As required by NMEA 0183 the CR400 format does not respond to unrecognized header formats malformed messages or messages with invalid checksums Laser Settings Impulse 200 and 200 LR Select the CR400 message format and the Auto Download option The Impulse will not communicate with the TruAngle if the IP200 download format is active TruPulse Series The CR400 message format with Auto Download is only option offered i
24. t 18 Z ZERO button 7 zero the display 13 zeroing the encoder 9
25. tteries the TruAngle has a factory defined power off interval The instrument will automatically power off if there is no activity for a period of 60 minutes Instrument activity includes button presses and measurements e The power off interval may be changed using the Time Out Interval serial command Page 13 Display the Firmware Version Number The firmware version number provides manufacturing information about your TruAngle It can only be viewed at power on 1 Starting with the TruAngle powered off long press both buttons As an example Figure 10 shows the firmware version number 1 14 Note Your TruAngle may display a different firmware version number Figure 10 2 Upon release of the buttons the LCD Should look like Figure 9 prompting you to index the encoder Page 9 For future reference make note here of the firmware version number Turn the LCD Backlight On or Off When working in low light conditions you may find it easier to read the display screen if the LCD backlight is toggled on Long press the BL button at anytime to toggle the LCD backlight on or off To conserve battery power you should only use the backlight when necessary LTI MapStar TruAngle User s Manual First Edition Inc All Rights Reserved Unauthorized duplication in whole or in part is strict Section 3 Using the TruAngle Page 9 Indexing the Encoder Each time the TruAngle is powered on the LCD will display
26. ue Note that some hundredths values will not display simply stop at the nearest value Short press the BS button to freeze or lock the number in the display The number will remain solid and will not update if the TruAngle is turned Rotate the TruAngle until the instrument is pointing in the desired direction At this point if you want to change the backsight value just short press the BS button The display will be flashing prompting you to enter the new backsight value Press the OK button or fire the laser on the target to accept the measurement The display amp backlight will flash 3 times indicating the new backsight value has been set The display will be steady instead of flashing The unit is ready for the next angle measurement LTI MapStar TruAngle User s Manual First Edition Inc All Rights Reserved Unauthorized duplication in whole or in part is strict Section 3 Using the TruAngle Page 10 Removing the Non Zero Backsight Value There are two ways to remove the Backsight value e Long press of the ZERO BS button This will clear the Backsight value and return the unit to the zeroing mode The 0 00 would begin to flash indicating the unit is ready to be zeroed e Power the unit off and then power the unit on to set the zero Taking a Measurement To measure an angle after zeroing the unit or setting a non zero backsight 1 Rotate the TruAngle until the instrument is pointing in the desire
27. y Page 20 How do You Get Service In the unlikely event that your LTI product should require warranty or repair service contact us to receive a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number before returning your product Laser Technology Inc 7070 South Tucson Way Centennial CO 80112 USA Phone 1 303 649 1000 1 800 790 7364 USA and Canada Fax 1 303 649 9710 Email service lasertech com Web Site www lasertech com If the product is delivered by mail you agree to insure the product or assume the risk of loss or damage in transit In addition the shipping container or equivalent will be sent prepaid and for door to door delivery About the Warranty Validation Card It must be completed and received by LTI in order to benefit from this limited warranty If an LTI software product requires registration this must also be completed to benefit from this limited warranty Receipt of the warranty validation card not only activates the limited warranty it also allows LTI to contact you directly when hardware or software upgrades become available If you prefer to register your LTI product electronically please send an email with all pertinent information to service lasertech com LTI MapStar TruAngle User s Manual First Edition Inc All Rights Reserved Unauthorized duplication in whole or in part is strict Table of Contents Page 21 Index accessories 3 accuracy 18 angle resoution 18 B backlight 8 back
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