VDRO User`s Manual - Accurate Technology, Inc.
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1. A warning message will be presented as shown below Warning Part Deletion Delete Part Test Part Warning This operation cannot be undone Clicking OK deletes the part from the database Cancel will abort the operation NOTE Deleting a part cannot be undone The part record will need to be re created if accidently deleted ProScale VDRO PC Software Users Manual Page21of36 Accurate Technology Inc SECTION 4 OPERATION Main User Screen The image below illustrates the main user interface EI ProScale VDRO Virtual Digital Readout File Axis Configuration System Configuration Database art Tools Help o X Error X 1 036 O e 0 036 Y Error Y 1 894 Part Data Hart ID Test Part o Inches t Part 1 Millimeters O an l X Axis Data Y Axis Data Part Nominal 1 000 Nominal 2 000 Search Upper 1 100 Upper 2 100 Lower 0 900 Lower 1 900 Data Sample Recording Not Enabled The real time measurements for X and Y provided by the hardware input device ProRF receiver or ProMUX 3 NOTE When the VDRO application is launched the initial X and Y positions are shown as NO DATA when using the ProRF receiver When position data is received for each axis the fields will automatically update Datum buttons for X and Y axes Clicking the associated button forces the displayed axis position to a preset value The measurement error for axes X and Y The background color is gr2. As each measurement sample is completed the measurement error for each axis is calculated and compared to each defined tolerance group If the measurement error falls within a particular error range group the count for that group is increased by one Each column of error tolerance provides the total number have fallen into each group This number is displayed above the column Bell Curve of measurement samples that A second graphical representation of the measurement error data is shown as a black curve that tracks each column of measurement error distribution This curve helps to outline the measurement error distribution in addition to the bar graph Histogram Limits The rightmost and leftmost columns of the histogram define measurement error value acceptable control limits Like the other tolerance columns these areas track the cou s that were outside the nt of the number of measurement errors that fall within their defined ranges The main difference is that these columns have no upper and lower range limits respectively These columns are easily identified by their color ProScale VDRO PC Software User s Manual Accurate Technology Inc Page 29 of 36 Tools Menu This menu controls general tool options for the VDRO software Clear Part Data Use this option to clear the currently displayed part data This will also terminate the writing of measurement data to the current measurement file if active This will al
3. Administration The VDRO software has two levels of operation e User Level The standard mode of operation for the software Allows the user to open available part files for measurement use and if configured create and build measurement sample files e Administrator Level A supervisory mode of operation for the software This mode allows a supervisor to configure the software This includes adding editing and deleting parts from the database and setting parameters for software operation First Time Software Configuration All steps in this section should be completed prior to initial use Entering Administrator Operation To access the software administration click on the System Configuration menu and select Enable Administration A dialog box will be shown EI ProScale VDRO Virtual Digital Readout File Axis Configuration System Configuration Database Help X 26 68 Datum X Y 0 00 X Error EI Administration Password M Enter Password Inches o Millimeters Save Part Measurement Search No Data Sample File Active h Y Axis Data Nominal Nominal Upper Upper Lower Lower Enter the current administrator password followed by clicking OK The default password is 1234 Itis strongly recommended that the default password be changed after the software is initially configured This will help to prevent unauthorized tampering with part data and software
4. either case the electronics interface acquires measurement data from one or more ProScale measuring systems and relays the measurement data to the VDRO software The measurement data can then be compared to part geometry data stored in a database Each part record in the database consists of e Part ID Part number text and or numeric data e Part description up to 50 characters long e A and Y measuring parameters including o Nominal Value o Upper Limit o Lower Limit e An image file name This is used when searching for a part to provide the correct part selection verification e A PDF file name that can contain user defined part information such as prints specifications etc Measurements of individual parts can optionally be stored to a data file on the computer This data file includes the part parameters from the database plus the recorded results from each part measured Each part is identified by a part number and includes Time the measurement was recorded Actual measurements for X and Y Error between the actual measurement and the nominal measurement In specification result for X and Y based on the defined upper and lower limits The stored data file is in CSV format that can be easily E 9011025 0011022200810431 imported by Microsoft Excel or other spreadsheet software such as Open Office Calc Once imported to a spreadsheet the data can be manipulated as required 901 1025 001 Con
5. Folders folder path is now stored Wi Mu Web Sites on MSN KE Network E Control Panel Recycle Bin Make New Folder Cancel ProScale VDRO PC Software Users Manual Page23of36 Accurate Technology Inc Loading a Part File Prior to recording part measurement samples the user must first load an existing part from the part database Clicking this button opens the part search dialog shown below E ProScale VDRO Virtual Digital Readout Sa File Axis Configuration System Configuration Database Charts Tools Help X 23 63 ESO Y 62 60 Datum Y Part Data Part ID Inches o Milimeters l BEE X Error Y Error Number of Samples X Axis Data Y Axis Data Save Part Nominal Nominal Measurement Search Upper Upper Lower Lower No Data Sample File Active As a part ID is entered the software starts to find the closest match in the available list The user can also scroll through the list to locate the desired part name Once a part has been selected the software will determine if an image file has been associated with the part If so the associated image will be displayed to the right If no image file has been defined for the part the message No image file available will appear j r EI Part Search S EI Part Search Part ID No image file available Creating a Part Measurement File After a part has been located and s
6. If the computer does not have Microsoft NET Framework 3 5 installed the user has two options to obtain the required files A Ifa high speed Internet connection is available to the computer the VDRO Setup program will automatically download and install the NET files prior to the software installation B A copy of NET framework 3 5 is included on the Virtual DRO installation CD and can be manually installed prior to running the setup program The user can also download a copy of the NET framework from Microsoft at http download microsoft com For the remainder of this section it will be assumed that the target computer has access to a high speed Internet connection The VDRO software is distributed in two formats CD ROM Installation Insert the CD ROM into the CD drive The setup program will automatically start If the setup program does not start navigate to the CD ROM drive and double click setup exe Archive File Installation Open the archive with WinZip or other archive software Double click on setup exe The setup program will start Common Installation Steps Once setup has started the program will automatically check if the latest version of NET is installed on the computer If not the NET Framework will be downloaded from the Microsoft site and installed This operation may require the computer to be restarted Once the NET framework is installed setup will install the Virtual DRO software and add a shortcut f
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8. Virtual Digital Readout on this machine To deactivate click the Deactivate button WARNING Deactivating your license from this machine may prevent you from re installing the software on this machine Please consult your licensing agreement for license usage and restrictions before continuing Get Help Tellme more about Activation Deactivate _ a Validation Notice A second warning is displayed as shown 7 y Are you sure you want to deactivate ProScale Click Yes to continue VDRO Virtual Digital Readout from this The software will deactivate the license on the existing machine You will no longer be able to use it on machine and provide a deactivation code as shown below this machine k amp ProScale VDRO Virtual Digital Readout It is STRONGLY recommended that you record this deactivation code in a text file email or other document Your license has been de activated Please retain this This is your ONLY proof that the software was ey ean onda aa reek E yan anad nan be deactivated from the current machine You will be required to provide this code to Accurate Technology BPR WL4Y6 NQ9FM 76RWw QNPX3 KANAH 19YE prior to receiving a new activation code for installation on another computer IF YOU CANNOT PROVIDE THIS CODE YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO PURCHASE ANOTHER COPY OF THE SOFTWARE FOR INSTALLATION ON ANOTHER MACHINE Once the software has been deactivated the
9. configuration 8 EI Change Password mesm Changing the Default Password It is highly recommended to change the default password This helps to protect the configuration of the software from accidental or malicious changes Enter New Password To change the password click on the System Configuration Change Enter New Password Again Password Enter the old password and click OK A new window opens Enter the new password on the first line Re enter it again on the second line If both entries match the new password is saved and a message is displayed indicating the password change has been Cancel successful Manual Part Number 800 1140 001 Rev A Nov 2008 Page 12 of 36 2008 Accurate Technology Inc Software Configuration Selecting the Interface Hardware The first step in configuring the software for operation is to configure the type of Interface Hardware that will be used To do this select the System Configuration menu then the Input Device Type Set Input Device item The following dialog will be shown EI Select Input Device Input Device ProRF Receiver ProMUX3 Select the input device Click OK Selecting a Serial Port The application must be configured with the appropriate serial port to be used to communicate with the interface hardware NOTE When the application is first installed the serial port is undefined and a warning may be displayed Configuration War
10. connected to the computer an entry should be displayed entitled ProScale ProRF receiver COMX where X is the COM port number This is the port that should be used for the VDRO software ProMUX 3 or ProRF using the DB 9 Connector If you are using a hardware communications port that is built into the computer this will typically have an ID of COM1 to COM4 If only COM1 is shown in the list then that is likely the correct port to be used RS 232 to USB Adapter In some cases an RS 232 to USB adapter can be used to provide a DB 9 type serial port connection for devices such as the ProMUX 3 In this case a virtual communications port is created like that used by the ProRF USB installation In this scenario a software driver needs to be installed to provide the serial port connection Viewing the Ports icon in the Device Manager can indicate what COM port is assigned to the RS 232 to USB adapter Choosing the Number of Axes to be Active The user must decide on the number of axes to be used in conjunction with the VDRO application By default the VDRO is installed for two dimensional 2D operation If you are using a ProTable CAB or other two dimensional measuring system no other configuration is necessary for this parameter If you are using a single axis ProTable or other single axis measuring gauge the VDRO application should be configured for single axis operation Click on the System Configuration menu then select the Number of Axe
11. final notice shown will be displayed Upon clicking the OK button The software has been deactivated You may install it on another machine the VDRO software will terminate ProScale VDRO PC Software User s Manual Page 35 of 36 Accurate Technology Inc Thank you for choosing an AMERICAN MADE PRODUCT a a zt zt Accurate Technology Inc 2 0 Rutledge Rd Unit E Fletcher NC 28732 USA 828 654 7920 Please register this product at htto www proscale com registration htm This manual is available online at www oroscale com P N 800 1140 001 Rev A Copyright 2008 Accurate Technology Inc All rights reserved Manual Part Number 800 1140 001 Rev A Nov 2008 Page 36 of 36 2008 Accurate Technology Inc
12. for details To upgrade the currently registered product complete the following e Contact Accurate Technology to purchase the required upgrade and receive a new Serial number for the product upgrade e Enable Administration from the System Configuration menu and then click on the Helo Upgrade Product menu item The registration dialog will appear Enter the new serial number and click on the Register button The product will require re activation Manual Part Number 800 1140 001 Rev A Nov 2008 Page 34 of 36 2008 Accurate Technology Inc Appendix D Deactivate Product The VDRO software is hardware locked to a particular computer once the product has been purchased and installed This security feature does allow the software to be deactivated on the current machine and reinstalled on another machine Note that once the software is deactivated it cannot be executed on the original machine without reactivating the product NEEN K To deactivate the product Enable Administration from Deactivate Your Software the System Configuration menu and then click on the Deactivating will permit you to install ProoScale VDRO Virtual Digital Help De Activate Product menu item The followi Ng Readout on a different machine You do not need to de activate to re secu rity m essage appears f install on the same machine if you have not changed any of the hardware Once deactivated you will no longer be able to use ProScale VDRO
13. license on this machine may prevent you from installing the software on additional machines Please consult your licensing agreement for license usage and restrictions before continuing 4 Click on the Activate manually by entering a code button This will bring up the next screen ProScale VDRO Virtual Digital Readout Activate Manually To activate ProScale VDRO Virtual Digital Readout on this machine you must enter an activation code To obtain a code please contact customer service and provide them with the information displayed below Serial Number STD 299AD HGUDY N111 Machine Code TALUV JPQW7 EGX2Y HAN3T VV33F Activation Code Machine lD Any WARNING Activating your license on this machine may prevent you from installing the software on additional machines Please consult your licensing agreement for license usage and restrictions before continuing 5 Click on the Copy to Email button if you use Microsoft Outlook or another email software This will launch a new email message with the necessary information already embedded into the body of the message If you use a web based email tool click on the Copy to Clipboard button This will store the Serial Number and Machine Code to the Windows clipboard Open your web browser navigate to your email page and create a new email message Paste the data from the clipboard into your email message as shown Manual Part Number 800 1140 001
14. Accurate Proscate vvRo Virtual Digital Linear Digital Measuring Systems TECHNOLOGY INC Readout PC Software f EI ProScale VDRO Virtual Digital Readout Axis Configuration System Configuration Tools Help File Database Charts X 1 002 Y 1 981 Part Data Hart ID Test Part o Inches eae Desc Test Part 1 O Millimeters E Gescht X Axis Data Y Axis Data Nominal 1 000 Nominal 2 000 1 100 Upper 2 100 Lower 1 900 Upper Lower 0 900 Data Sample Recording Not Enabled WARRANTY Accurate Technology Inc warrants this product against defective parts and workmanship for 1 year commencing from the date of original purchase Upon notification of a defect Accurate Technology Inc shall have the option to repair or replace any defective part Such services shall be the customer s sole and exclusive remedy Expenses incidental to repair maintenance or replacement under warranty including those for labor and material shall be borne by Accurate Technology Inc Including freight or transportation charges during the first 30 days Except as expressly provided in this warranty Accurate Technology Inc does not make any warranties with respect to the product either expressed or implied including implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose except as expressly provided in this agreement Accurate Technology Inc shall not be liable for any special incidental or consequ
15. My Sharing Folders Make New Folder Cancel ProScale VDRO PC Software Users Manual Page1t7of36 Accurate Technology Inc Readout Precision The VDRO application can display positional information in various resolutions The default resolution for the software is e 3decimal place for inch measurement e 2 decimal place for millimeter measurement To change the precision click the System Configuration Display Precision menu item EI Precision Places to right of decimal point n Existing Value New Value No Units Cancel Enter the new resolution value and click the OK button to accept The software will immediately update the position readout fields including the active part dimension fields Note that the maximum highest resolutions for the measuring units are as follows Inches 4 decimal places X XXXX Millimeters 2 decimal places ax Precision values of 3 or 4 result in 2 decimal place resolution in millimeters The minimum resolution for either measuring unit is 1 decimal place Manual Part Number 800 1140 001 Rev A Nov 2008 Page 18 of 36 2008 Accurate Technology Inc Database Configuration Once the VDRO software has been configured an administrative user will need to start entering and maintaining part data in the database The following sections outline the procedures for part database maintenance Creating a New Part All software configurations incl
16. OR to selecting the part from the database When the file header is written the part data is displayed in the selected units Subsequent measurement samples will be recorded in the defined units regardless of the current units setting on the user interface e The raw measurement data information is stored in the file using the precision defined in the software configuration Your spreadsheet software may override this precision based in the column definition e When each measurement sample is completed the data file is opened written to and closed The number of rows of data is limited to 64 000 total e Measurement samples are written to the same data file sequentially until one of the following events occurs o Anew part is loaded from the part database o The part data is cleared when the Tools Clear Part Data menu item is selected o The number of input axes is changed o The VDRO program is closed e The In Spec entry is determined to be true yes if the recorded measurement is greater than or equal to the lower limit AND is less than or equal to the upper limit Otherwise it is false no Manual Part Number 800 1140 001 Rev A Nov 2008 Page 26 of 36 2008 Accurate Technology Inc Measurement Acquired Message In certain situations particularly when using an Accurate Technology ProRF SPC transmitter it may be beneficial to provide the user with a message that a measurement sample has been saved This feature can be ena
17. Printer Configuration i b gt f v Printer Enabled Serial Port v l Width X Pos 10 Height X Pos 10 Width Y Pos 10 Height Y Pos 40 ID X Pos 10 Timestamp X Pos 10 ID Y Pos 70 Timestamp Y Pos 100 Barcode X Pos 10 Use Barcode Barcode Y Pos 130 Human Readable Barcode Height 60 i OK Test Print Cancel Configure the Printer Serial Port Click on the pull down list for the Serial Port field The list is populated with all of the available serial communications ports on the computer Locate the serial port that is connected to the printer Built in serial ports are typically COM1 to COM4 Virtual COM ports used with USB serial converters are typically higher COM prot numbers If you are using a USB serial converter examine the Control Panel System Device Manager tool and expand the Ports icon The virtual COM port with its port number should be listed Field X and Y Locations The four printable fields can be configured to print anywhere on the label The user may choose a different label size to meet their particular needs Barcode Printing Option The user may choose to print a barcode which encodes the Part ID To enable this feature check the Use Barcode checkbox The position of the barcode on the label may also be defined by the user in both X and Y In addition the height of the barcode may be altered The barcode used is Code128 The type of barcode used is not configurable If the Human Readable checkbox is active the enc
18. ProScale readout To allow the VDRO software to automatically save the measurement sample data when this event occurs the user should enable the Auto Save on New Data feature To enable or disable this feature click on the System Configuration Sample Measurement menu item The sub menu show below will appear e Enable Sample Measurement Enable Auto Save on New Data Change Target Directory Show Sample Acquired Message If Auto Save is enabled a checkmark will be shown next to the menu item Otherwise it is disabled It is recommended that the Show Sample Acquired Message also be enabled in this scenario This provides an easily identifiable confirmation that the measurement was recorded Note that this feature is only functional when a part has been selected AND a measurement sample file has been created The user SHOULD NOT enable the Auto Save feature when utilizing Accurate Technology Encoder Transmitter devices These devices provide new position data when the encoder position changes Enabling this feature would cause measurement samples to be automatically saved while positioning the measuring axis This is typically an undesired operation and also causes the measurement sample file to grow excessively large very quickly If the VDRO software is configured for ProMUX 3 operation the Auto Save feature is not available Manual Part Number 800 1140 001 Rev A Nov 2008 Page 28 of 36 2008 Accurate Technology Inc Graphi
19. Rev A Nov 2008 Page 10 of 36 2008 Accurate Technology Inc BA VDRO Activation code Message aoa Eile Edit View Insert Format Tools Table Window Help 08 4 V 3 Options HTML 3 iJ Send Accounts WTo engineering proscale com Oca Subject VORO Activation code L A dl Anal Serial Number STD 992AL HGUEY NE1C i Machine Code Reference ID TA1UV JPQW7 EGX2Y HAN3T VV33F 1 Any 6 Emailthe message to engineering proscale com An activation code will be emailed back to you within 48 hours or sooner Highlight and copy the activation code to the clipboard using Control C and paste it into the activation field as shown on the previous page Press the Activate button If all is correct the VDRO application will launch and the registration process is complete NOTE The software is now licensed to the specific machine on which it was installed You will not be able to install the application permanently on another machine unless you complete either of the following Purchase an additional copy of the software for use on another machine 2 Deactivate the software from the current machine and re install it onto another machine Note You must follow the procedure in Appendix D to properly transfer the license from the current machine to a new d machine Page 11 of 36 ProScale VDRO PC Software User s Manual Accurate Technology Inc SECTION 3 ADMINISTRATION amp CONFIGURATION
20. atabase and the measurement sample file is created a csv file is generated for the associated part sample The format for the file name is Part D month day year hours minutes seconds csv For example measurement sample file Test Part 9222008 144523 csv is based on the following attributes Part ID Test Part Date 9 22 2008 Time 14 45 23 2 45 PM 23 seconds local time Note that the time and date values are based on the time and date the file was initially created This occurs when the user chooses Yes from the Create Measurement Sample File dialog shown on the previous page Measurement File Header When the measurement sample file is initially created a predefined set of data is written to the file called the file header This information consists of the following Start Date The date that the file was created Start Time The time when the file was created Part ID Part Description Nominal X dimension Upper X limit Lower X limit Nominal Y dimension Upper Y Limit Lower Y Limit Column headings for each measurement sample Measurement Data Format Each time the Save Measurement button is pressed the measurement sample data is recorded to the file The data recorded consists of the following information Sample recorded time Sample number X measurement recorded X measurement error X in specification yes or no Y measurement recorded Y measurement error Y in specification yes or no ProScal
21. bled or disabled via the software configuration To enable or disable the message feature choose the System Configuration Sample Measurement menu item The Sample Measurement will be displayed as shown below Enable Sample Measurement Enable Auto Save on New Data Change Target Directory D Show Sample Acquired Message If a checkmark is shown next to the Show Sample Acquired Message menu item the feature is enabled Click the Show Sample Acquired Message menu item to toggle its status If the Show Sample Acquired Message feature is enabled a timed dialog shown below will be displayed whenever a measurement sample is recorded to the data file r EI ProScale VDRO Virtual Digital Readout File Axis Configuration System Configuration Database Charts Tools Help A 23 30 Datum X Y 59 06 eet EI Measurement Sample Acquired Inches o Millimeters Save Part Measurement Search Measurement Acquired X Axis Data Nominal 25 40 Nominal 50 80 Upper 27 94 Upper 53 34 Lower 22 86 Lower 48 26 Data Sample File Test Part 1092008 132918 csv Measurement Sample Saved 1 29 21 PM ProScale VDRO PC Software User s Manual Accurate Technology Inc Page 27 of 36 Auto Save on New Data When using the ProRF wireless receiver with an Accurate Technology SPC transmitter measurement data is only received by the VDRO software when the user presses the SEND button of the
22. cal Charting The VDRO Professional Version software provides the option of representing measurement data in graphical form In many cases quality control issues regarding the manufacturing process can interpreted using graphical models Measurement Error Distribution Histogram more easily represented and When utilizing the Measurement Sampling feature of the VDRO software the software records the measurement error of each sample taken and stores the data in the form of a histogram This histogram represents the distribution of measurement error in X and or Y over the defined acceptable measurement tolerance The measurement error range is based on the nominal dimension of an axis with the upper and lower tolerance limits defining the boundaries of the graph An example chart is shown below EI Histogram of Measurement Error Distribution ii X Axis Measurement Error Distribution Tolerance 2 54 2 54 Pe IERRREN Pitti tt tty HHH all CIR GE d G EL EEE SS SG SS SS zs SR BRB SR SB 40 20 Measurement Count ba Ce A Ly GL GOU HK C Lt Y Axis Measurement Error Distribution Tolerance 2 54 2 54 20 Measurement Count The graph is divided in horizontal tolerance groups with the nominal measurement be chart Each tolerance group except for the center is labeled by a starting tolerance r ing located in the center of the ange i e gt 56 gt 1 41 lt 85
23. d version of the software at 800 233 0580 Toll free in the U S or at 1 828 654 7920 or by email sales proscale com We accept Visa MasterCard American Express or Discover 2 After the payment has been completed a serial number will be provided by email Click on the Register button The following screen will be shown Ze ProScale VDRO Virtual Digital Readout Register Your Software To unlock the full capabilities of ProScale VDRO Virtual Digital Readout you must register otherwise you can continue in trial mode to evaluate the software Indicates that you must fill in the field ProScale VDRO PC Software User s Manual Page 9 of 36 Accurate Technology Inc 3 Enter a user name into the Name field Cut and paste the serial number from the email you received from Accurate Technology into the Serial Number field Click the Register button The form below will be displayed ProScale VDRO Virtual Digital Readout DI bk wm Activate Your Software In order to continue you must activate your license Activation verifies that you are using a fully licensed version of ProScale VDRO Virtual Digital Readout and are eligible for updates and support 11 of 15 days remaining mem GZ You have 11 of 15 days remaining toactivate ProScale VDRO Virtual Digital Readout H you do not complete activation some features may not work until you complete activation NARNING Activating your
24. dard This version provides basic measurement capabilities parts database cataloging Y and measurement sample file generation It does not support charting barcode scanning or El label printing B rem re Ho ah tee KEN Y Error Deeg Part Data Nominal Nominal Professional Charting This version includes all of the features of the Standard version and adds Charting capability It does not support barcode scanning or label printing Professional Barcode This version includes all of the features of Standard version and adds Charting and Barcode Scanning This package includes a Symbol LS2208 handheld barcode scanner This version does not include label printing Professional Printer This version includes all of the features of Standard version and adds Charting and Label Printing This package comes with a Zebra LP 2844 direct thermal label printer standard 2 25 x 1 25 adhesive labels This version does not include barcode scanning capabilities Professional Full This package includes Charting Barcode Scanning and Label Printing capabilities along with the necessary hardware to scan barcodes and print labels Symbol LS2208 handheld barcode scanner and Zebra LP 2844 thermal printer VDRO can be purchased initially with the options desired or can be upgraded at a later date to add a desired option See Purchasing the Software
25. e VDRO PC Software Users Manual Page 25 FBG Accurate Technology Inc Measurement File Example The following is an example of a measurement sample file that has been imported by Microsoft Excel BJ File Edit View Insert Format Tools Data Window Help BF ed FEI Nre NE SF SL A E 100 Start Date 9 18 2008 Start Time 3 07 29 PM Part ID Test Part Description Test Part 1 Nominal X 1 Inches Upper Limit X 1 1 Inches Lower Limit X 0 9 Inches Nominal Y 2 Inches Upper Limit Y 2 1 Inches Lower Limit Y 1 9 Inches Time Sample Number X Measurement X Error XIn Spec Y Measurement Y Error Y In Spec 3 07 53 PM 1 1 033 0 033 YES 1 682 0 318 NO 3 07 57 PM 2 1 033 0 033 YES 1 587 0 413 NO 3 08 03 PM 3 1 033 0 033 YES 1 983 0 017 YES 3 08 11 PM 4 1 033 0 033 YES 1 978 0 022 YES 3 08 17 PM 5 1 033 0 033 YES 1 985 0 015 YES 3 08 46 PM 6 1 033 0 033 YES 1 972 0 028 YES 3 08 56 PM D 1 033 0 033 YES 1 955 0 045 YES 3 09 03 PM 8 1 033 0 033 YES 1 974 0 026 YES 3 09 12 PM 9 1 033 0 033 YES 2 026 0 026 YES 3 10 14 PM 10 1 033 0 033 YES 1 999 0 001 YES 3 10 16 PM 11 1 033 0 033 YES 1 999 0 001 YES 3 10 18 PM 12 1 033 0 033 YES 1 999 0 001 YES 3 10 38 PM 13 1 033 0 033 YES 2 012 0 012 YES 3 10 40 PM 14 1 033 0 033 YES 2 012 0 012 YES 3 11 04 PM 15 1 033 0 033 YES 2 011 0 011 YES Notes regarding Measurement Sample Files e The measuring units that are used for measurement sample recording must be chosen PRI
26. e desired file Maximum length is 255 characters This field is optional Axis Nominal The desired target value for the dimension This represents the ideal dimension for the part i e 6 000 inches This field is required Axis Upper The largest dimension that is considered within tolerance i e 6 010 inches This field is required Axis Lower The smallest dimension that is considered within tolerance i e 5 990 inches This field is required ProScale VDRO PC Software Users Manual Paget9of36 Accurate Technology Inc NOTES 1 The VDRO application verifies that the upper limit is greater than or equal to the nominal and that the lower limit is less than or equal to the nominal 2 lf apart ID is already in the database the software will not allow a duplicate 3 Dimensions are in the current measurement units that were active when the part editor was activated DO NOT add unit text to the dimension data i e mm or in as an error will be detected Editing an Existing Part To edit an existing part in the database the user must first enter the administration mode of operation To access the part database management menu click System Configuration System Administration Enter the password into the password field and click OK If the password was accepted the Database menu items should now be active and available Select the Database Edit Part menu item The Part Search dialog will be presented Select the desired ex
27. eeeeseeeeeseeseeseeeeeseeeeeseeees 31 Recommended Barcode Scanner nnoennnsennennernrnnenrernrrsrrrnnnrrnnrrrnnrrsnrrnnnrennni 31 Recommended Barcode Symbology n nnns1nnoennnnnnnnennnnnensrnrennnnsnrnnnnrrsrrrennrennni 31 Barcode Scanner INStallatiO Te EE 31 Barcode Scanner Opera thon E 31 User Supplied Barcode SCANNED arose E a a a a EN Unsupported Barcode Scanners arerin a a R 31 Unauthorized Barcode Scanner EE 31 Appendix B Label Printer OPIO te 32 Recommended Label brmter 32 Label Printer Hardware Installation cccccccceccceeeseeeeseeeseeeeeeeeseeeteeesseeeeeeeees 32 abel Printer GORMNOUI AL OM E 32 Contigure the Printer senal E 33 PIGIO X ANa VOCE OMS irsi nA a TR i E AT A ATAR TNT 33 Barcode PINUNO ODIOM EE 33 LabelConfigurati n TE 33 Belle Eet gl Cabe EE 33 WEE ENEE 33 Appendix C Product Upgrade EE 34 SE Lee BEE 34 PPOLES SIO Kal Er Le dn Te EE 34 PROCS SION ali lee 34 Roetern 34 Protessionak F Ul wus ai 34 APPENA D We AGIV E ele erini 35 Manual Part Number 800 1140 001 Rev A Nov 2008 Page 4 of 36 2008 Accurate Technology Inc SECTION 1 GENERAL INFORMATION Introduction The ProScale Dual Input Virtual DRO software is designed to provide a cost effective solution for QC measuring applications where one or two axes of part measurement must be checked and or recorded This software is designed to be used with either the ProRF wireless PC receiver or the ProMUX 3 multiplexer In
28. een if the current measurement is within the upper and lower limits for the axis Itis red if the current measurement is outside the limit tolerance NOTE This feature is only active after a part has been loaded from the database The data for the currently loaded part This data includes the part ID a description and X and Y axis data Axis data consists of a nominal value plus upper and lower tolerance limits User selectable measurement units display Click on either the Inches or Millimeters button to change the displayed units Note that changing the current units changes all numeric fields that hold measurement data Part Search button Clicking this button opens the part search dialog 000 00 Manual Part Number 800 1140 001 Rev A Nov 2008 Page 22 of 36 2008 Accurate Technology Inc Measurement Sampling Measurement sampling allows the user to store the recorded measurements of individual part samples to a CSV data file This file can later be opened and read by a spreadsheet software or other application Upon initial installation of the VDRO software measurement sampling is disabled To enable measurement sampling the user must first enable administration by selecting the System Configuration Enable Administration menu item Enter the administration password and click OK Click on the System Configuration Sample Measurement menu item A secondary pop up menu appears Click on the Enable Sample Measurement menu item The m
29. elected the Create Measurement Sample File dialog will be displayed as shown below New Measurement Sample File Jn ts eh Create Measurement Sample File Click Yes to create the part measurement sample file Click No if no measurement samples are to be recorded Note You MUST choose yes prior to allowing individual part measurement samples to be recorded See Part Measurement Sample File Format for details of the measurement sample file structure Manual Part Number 800 1140 001 Rev A Nov 2008 Page 24 of 36 2008 Accurate Technology Inc Making a Measurements Complete the following procedure to record a measurement sample 1 Place the part to be measured on the measuring table Move the X and or Y axis to measure the part Click on the Save Measurement button on the main user screen The status bar at the bottom of the application will indicate that the measurement was saved and indicate the time when it was recorded Note that the Number of Samples field in the Part Data section has increased by 1 count Each time the Save Measurement button is pressed the status bar will update to reflect the sample recording time and the Number of Samples field will be incremented Optionally the VDRO software can be configured to momentarily show a Measurement Recorded message dialog whenever a sample is recorded See Measurement Acquired Message configuration Measurement File Format When a part is selected from the d
30. ential damages or for loss damage or expense directly or indirectly arising from the customer s use of or inability to use the equipment either separately or in combination with other equipment or for personal injury or loss or destruction of other property or from any other cause To request repair work either warranty qualified parts or not contact Accurate Technology Inc directly by phone fax or e mail A Returned Merchandise Authorization RMA number is required before returning a product for repair 2008 Accurate Technology Inc The contents of this document are protected by the copyright laws of the United States of America The contents of this document may not be reproduced by any means electronic or otherwise without the expressed written permission of Accurate Technology Inc IMPORTANT NOTICE The software described in this document is protected by an encryption method that limits the operation of the software to the hardware of one computer after purchase Be sure to choose the desired computer hardware prior to purchase and final installation of the software Accurate Technology Inc 1 828 654 7920 800 233 0580 828 654 8824 F www proscale com info accurate technology com P N 800 1140 001 Rev A Copyright 2008 Accurate Technology Inc All rights reserved Table of Contents nS cl lat E GENERAL INFORMATION ssvsiiscvssicesvwasexeciuassuiavenscudsinsvewaciesvedasvesbadsuweneeedecusieecsuscsvine 5
31. enu disappears and the general user interface changes to the format shown below EI ProScale VDRO Virtual Digital Readout belak File Axis Configuration System Configuration Database Charts Tools Help X 23 03 Datum X i Y 62 60 DaumY Part Data Inches o Millimeters Save Part Measurement Search Part ID Desc Number of Samples Nominal Upper Lower A new button appears next to the Part Search labeled Save Measurement In addition a new field is added in the Part Data section labeled Number of Samples The software is now ready to recall parts from the database and save measurement samples Measurement File Directory Prior to creating measurement sample files for the first time the user should define a default directory location where measurement sample files are stored To complete this choose System Configuration Sample Measurement Change Target Directory The VDRO application will provide the following dialog Browse For Folder Select folder to store measurement sample data ai Floppy Disk Drive i 7 Locate a folder on the computer or use a network share by expanding Local Disk CH the drive locations in the folder explorer If the desired folder does not 3 DVD RW Drive D exist use the Make New Folder button to create a new folder under the a My Book E current drive or directory When completed click on the OK button The 5 My Sharing
32. et the Y axis datum preset select the Axis Configuration Y Axis Datum Preset menu item Use the same procedure as used for X axis NOTE The current datum preset values shown are in the current unit of measure New values should be entered using the same units IN or MM For single axis ProTable applications the datum preset should always be 0 0 since any datum would be applied by the ProScale digital readout NOT by the VDRO software Manual Part Number 800 1140 001 Rev A Nov 2008 Page 16 of 36 2008 Accurate Technology Inc File Location Configuration Several additional parameters need to be configured prior to utilizing the VDRO application For each of these configurations the user must have already enabled the administration mode of operation Default Part Image Directory Each part in the database may have an image file associated with the part This image file is displayed when a part is selected from the list of available parts in the part search dialog Part image files can be stored anywhere on the computer but Ree a A a the VDRO application allows the user to define a default directory location where the files can be stored This allows Select folder to store part images the user to quickly locate the image files in the default directory when a part record is created or edited BR Desktop To set the default image directory choose Database Default ET Mark Ehrnsberger Part Image Directory The folder dialog w
33. ill be displayed d Public ab Computer oo SCH e Floppy Disk Drive A The initial default directory is C Any existing folder can be By sek Cs ew Local Disk C used or a new folder can be created on any available drive DVD RW Drive D Navigate to the desired folder that will be used as the default me WEE image folder and click OK E NAS t y Sharing Folders B My Sh Fold Make New Folder Default Part Information PDF directory Each part in the database may have an Adobe Acrobat Reader file PDF associated with it The PDF file can be used to provide user defined data relating to the part such as a saved CAD image PDF files can be stored anywhere on the computer but the application allows the user to define a default directory where PDF files can be stored This allows the user to quickly locate the PDF files starting at the default directory when a part record is created or edited To set the default PDF directory choose Database Default Part Info PDF Directory The folder dialog will be displayed EE Select folder to store part PDF files The initial default directory is C Any existing folder can be used or a new folder can be created on any available drive Navigate to the desired folder that will be used as the default EC Desktop PDF folder and click OK IEE Mark Ehrnsberger Ji Public i a jE Computer el Floppy Disk Drive 4 E Local Disk C va DVD RW Drive D cow My Book E E
34. ing the Interface Hardware 15 Initial Axis CGonfguraton 16 File LOCAUON r elt Lellgen E 17 ice le 6 U0 ag 2161 ee 18 Database GOMMGUI AT ON wcvecessveresayevevexexteevents ee cvexeeteeuexeebecncreueeeyerauteeuceesteeeeeeeeeeseeet 19 re atin NEW AU E 19 Editing AN Existing Hart 20 Delo ing AN EXISUNG gcc eee ore eee et rere ER E E ER eer eee 21 SECTION 4 OPERATION ME 22 Main USET TOON EE 22 WEE Et ele Le E 23 Measurement File Directory ccceccceccceeeceeenececeeeceueeneeeseeeseueeseeeseeeseneeneeenaess 23 LOSAN a PAN FIO a cue aeatdi tect atcudicnatcudeenaid as 24 Creating a Part Measurement Elie 24 Making WEE EE 25 Measurement File Format 25 Measurement File Header 25 Measurement Data Format 25 ProScale VDRO PC Software User s Manual Page 3 of 36 Accurate Technology Inc Measurement File Example EE 26 Measurement Acquired Message 2sccceeccceececeseeceeeceuceceuceceuseseusesusessueesaees 27 Auto SWE on INGW RE CR 28 gele al ere Ee de Le DE 29 Measurement Error Distribution Histogram cccceeeeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeseeeeceeeeseneesaaees 29 PCG DIE 29 Slteieleiup Bu IC 29 i ole oa la EE 30 Sy ere tall cae ace cl tc ener nen ee ane ee eee eee ee see eee en eee nee nee ern none 30 Pint TeSt EADE eenaa tac stane facut ote tae sta iit seb tafot ai needes soon tas slased aia iaeneoect x 30 E HIN Oot 7 ue EEE 30 Appendix A Barcode Scanner Option cccccseececeeeeece
35. isting part from the list or type in the part ID When a valid part is selected the software will show the associated part picture if defined as illustrated below EI Part Search Part ID To accept and edit this part click the OK button The Part Editor will be displayed with the current part data shown CH Edit Part Data kd l SNE bat ID Test Pari Description Test Part 1 Pict i C Virtual DRO Datalstandard moulding jpg File Name K Part Info PDF ia File Name te X Axis Y Axis Nominal 12 0000 Nominal 2 0000 Upper 12 1500 Upper 2 1000 Lower 11 9500 Lower 1 9000 Cancel Manual Part Number 800 1140 001 Rev A Nov 2008 Page 20 of 36 2008 Accurate Technology Inc Deleting an Existing Part To delete an existing part from the database the user must first enter administration mode To access the part database management menu click System Configuration System Administration Enter the password into the password field and click OK If the password was accepted the Database menu items should now be active and available Select the Database Delete Part menu item The Part Search dialog will be presented Select the desired existing part from the list or type in the part ID When a valid part is selected the software will show the associated part picture if defined as illustrated below EI Part Search ez Part ID
36. nector link Sample Number Measurement X Error X in Spec 10 43 09 AM 1 0 1799 NO 10 43 11 AM 2 H 0 135 NO 10 43 13 AM 3 0 0683 YES 10 43 15 AM UILLH YES 10 43 18 AM 5 El 0 022 YES 10 43 21 AM D 0 0533 YES 10 43 23 AM H 9929 0 0071 YES 10 47 23 AM g 0 166 NO 10 47 26 AM D 0 0728 YES at MAOL 1025 001 10222008 10431 lt Dan Lg Autoshepess Yo w IO zl co 8 al On a A Mag ProScale VDRO PC Software Users Manual Pageboi ig Accurate Technology Inc Hardware Requirements The following equipment is required to use the Virtual DRO software and perform part measurements e Aone or two axis precision measuring system such as the Accurate Technology ProTable or ProTable CAB measuring system e Either an ProRF wireless PC receiver OR ProMUX 3 multiplexer e A Pentium class or greater computer running Microsoft XP or Vista The computer must have a serial port or utilize a USB to Serial port converter when using the ProMUX 3 mulitplexer The ProRF can utilize either a serial port or USB port directly The computer must have Internet access during the software installation to receive any necessary support upgrades from Microsoft Note If the measuring system is an in house design and NOT a ProTable product it is the customer s responsibility to assure the measuring accuracy of the system Software Features Standard features of the Virtual DRO software e One or two axes of operation e Programmable posi
37. ning eS Communications port not yet assigned Proper system operation requires a valid communication port to be assigned To select a serial port click on the System Configuration menu then the Inout Device Type Communications Port menu item The following will be displayed oO Communications Port Selection my Som Available Com Ports z COM2 COM8 Click on the down arrow in the Available Com Ports field The field will expand to show all of the available serial ports on the computer Choose the port associated with the interface that is used and click OK The dialog will automatically close NOTE See next page if the correct port is unknown ProScale VDRO PC Software Users Manual Page1t3of36 Accurate Technology Inc Choosing the Correct Serial Port Selecting the correct serial port can sometimes be hit or miss depending on your particular computer This will mostly depend on the interface device connected and the type of serial port being used ProRF Receiver using USB When using the USB port on the ProRF receiver a virtual communications port is installed on Windows This will typically be defined as COM4 or higher depending on your machine You can verify the actual port used by launching the Windows Control Panel Go to the System icon click the Hardware tab and open the Device Manager In the Device Manager locate the Ports icon and expand it to show all COM ports If the ProRF receiver is
38. oded value of the barcode is printed directly below the barcode Label Configuration Values The X and Y values shown in the printer configuration dialog are in units of dots The origin 0 0 of the label is in the upper left corner of the label Printing a Test Label Click on the Test Print button to print a label with the pre defined data to test the positioning of the fields on the label User Supplied Printer The user may purchase a label printer from a SE party vendor No special printer hardware configuration needs to be completed NOTE The user must still purchase the label printer upgrade option from Accurate Technology Inc for the label printer to operate with the VDRO software ProScale VDRO PC Software Users Manual Page33of36 Accurate Technology Inc Appendix C Product Upgrade The Accurate Technology VDRO software is distributed in full feature demo form and is limited to 15 days of operation from its date of installation The product can then be purchased and converted into registered software to run on a single machine There are five registered versions available for purchase Each version provides a different set of options The customer may choose to purchase only the options required for their application The five registered versions are Standard Professional Charting Professional Barcode Professional Printer VORO Virtual Digital Readout E e Professional Full S Ki 23 6 ema OO Stan
39. on of a ProRF receiver uses a USB port This installation procedure is outlined in the ProRF user s manual A summary of the process is given below 1 Install the supplied USB drivers on the target computer BEFORE connecting the ProRF receiver 2 After the drivers are installed plug the ProRF receiver into a USB port The computer will finalize the driver installation of the ProRF receiver When using the ProRF receiver with a USB port no external power supply is required If the user desires to use the serial port interface follow the procedure outlined in the ProRF user s manual Note The ProRF is configured by default for USB operation If the serial port interface is used the internal jumpers JP2 and JP3 must be positioned on pins 1 and 2 for proper operation In addition an external power supply must be used to power the receiver See the ProRF user s manual for details ProMUX 3 Wired Multiplexer The ProMUX s is a hard wired multiplexer typically used to interface ProScale ABS encoders directly with a computer In the case of the Virtual DRO software a maximum of two encoders are used one for X and one for Y Connect the ProMUX 3 to the computer as described in the ProMUX 3 user s manual using the provided DB 9 cable and power supply Connect the X encoder to Port 1 and the Y encoder to port 3 VDRO Software VDRO requires Microsofts NET Framework version 3 5 to be installed on the target computer prior to installation
40. or the software to the Start menu ProScale VDRO PC Software Users Manual Page7of36 Accurate Technology Inc Evaluation Screen Demonstration versions of VDRO are full featured all options included software The software is fully operational for a period of 15 days from initial installation The user can purchase the software at any time during the trial period After the trial period has expired the software will not execute When the demo version of VDRO is launched the screen shown below is displayed amp ProScale VDRO Virtual Digital Readout TECHNOLOGY INC 10 of 15 days remaining g Virtual Digital Readout Accurate Technology Inc 270 Rutledge Rd Unit E Fletcher NC 28732 1 828 654 7920 www proscale com L Ze 1 This screen provides the following information and options A Time remaining in the evaluation period B The option to register the software after purchase by clicking Register C Continue the evaluation period by clicking Try D Abort the software by clicking Cancel To run the software in DEMO mode click on the Try button Manual Part Number 800 1140 001 Rev A Nov 2008 Page 8 of 36 2008 Accurate Technology Inc Purchasing the Software There are five registered versions available for purchase Each version provides a different set of options The customer may choose to purchase only the options required for their application The five registered ve
41. rsions are Standard Professional Charting Professional Barcode Professional Printer Professional Full Standard This version provides basic measurement capabilities parts database cataloging and measurement sample file generation It does not support charting barcode scanning or label printing Professional Charting This version includes all of the features of the Standard version and adds Charting capability Professional Barcode This version includes all of the features of Standard version and adds Charting and Barcode Scanning This package includes a Symbol LS2208 handheld barcode scanner Professional Printer This version includes all of the features of Standard version and adds Charting and Label Printing This package includes a Zebra LP 2844 direct thermal label printer Professional Full This package includes Charting Barcode Scanning and Label Printing capabilities along with the necessary hardware to scan barcodes and print labels Symbol LS2208 handheld barcode scanner and Zebra LP 2844 thermal printer NOTE The software is licensed to the specific machine on which it is installed You will not be able to install the software permanently on another machine until it is removed from the primary computer See Appendix D To purchase the software and register it for permanent operation on a specific computer complete the following 1 Contact Accurate Technology Inc to purchase the desire
42. s menu item The dialog box shown below will be displayed Number of Axes Number of Axes X Axis Only A and Y Axes ES Click on the X Axis Only button and then click OK The user interface will change to reflect only A axis data Manual Part Number 800 1140 001 Rev A Nov 2008 Page 14 of 36 2008 Accurate Technology Inc Configuring the Interface Hardware The interface hardware ProRF or ProMUX must be configured prior to its initial use This operation has been automated for the user and is activated by clicking the System Configuration menu and selecting the Input Device Type Auto Configure Device menu item After selecting Auto Configure Device the VDRO software will show the progression of the auto configuration process In the case of the ProMUX 3 hardware the process is fully automatic When using the ProRF receiver some user interaction is required ProRF Receiver Configuration with two Encoder Transmitters ProTable CAB When configuring a ProRF receiver for operation with the VDRO software the auto configure dialog box will eventually stop with the message Press Transmitter X Learn Button The user will need to open the enclosure on the X axis transmitter and press the LEARN button on the circuit board The picture below illustrates its location on the transmitter circuit board When the X axis transmitter has been learned or associated to the receiver the auto configure dialog will stop
43. so clear all plot data and disable the graphing function Print Test Label If a label printer is installed see appendix B selecting this menu item will print a test label on the label printer This option is to provide a print test of the label printer Part Info PDF Selecting this menu item opens an internal version of Adobe Acrobat Reader and displays the associated PDF file for the selected part This option is only available if a part is selected AND the part has a PDF filename defined in the part s database record Manual Part Number 800 1140 001 Rev A Nov 2008 Page 30 of 36 2008 Accurate Technology Inc Appendix A Barcode Scanner Option The Accurate Technology VDRO software can be purchased with an option to use a barcode scanner for automatic selection of parts from the database This option can be purchased initially or as an upgrade at a later date Pricing options include the barcode scanner hardware software upgrade or software upgrade only Recommended Barcode Scanner Accurate Technology recommends the use of a Symbol LS2208 handheld barcode scanner This scanner can read various 2D technology barcodes and utilizes a USB interface It is a mid priced and robust scanner This unit is currently the only scanner tested and certified to work with the Accurate Technology VDRO software Recommended Barcode Symbology Although the LS2208 can scan various barcode symbologies the recommended barcode symbolog
44. th the VDRO software is a Zebra LP 2844 direct thermal printer This printer has been tested with and is certified to work with the VDRO software Label Printer Hardware Installation The Zebra label printer communicates with the VDRO software using an RS 232 serial port Many new computers do not have a standard serial port If this is your situation a USB to serial port converter can be purchased from most office supply or electronics stores to provide this capability Connect a 9 pin male female serial cable between the printer s DB 9 serial port connector and the computer s DB 9 serial port connector If using a USB to serial port adapter install the drivers FIRST then connect the cables to the printer and computer Connect the power supply to the printer and plug the power supply into a wall outlet Install the roll of labels in the printer as outlined in the printers user manual Label Printer Configuration The label printer must be configured prior to its initial use To configure the printer enable the administration in the System Configuration menu Then select System Configuration Label Printer Configuration The dialog shown below will be displayed SJ Label Printer Configuration din Printer Enabled OK Cancel Manual Part Number 800 1140 001 Rev A Nov 2008 Page 32 of 36 2008 Accurate Technology Inc Click the Printer Enabled checkbox to access the other fields of the form a Label
45. the scanner to operate with the software Unsupported Barcode Scanners Accurate Technology only certifies the Symbol LS2208 barcode scanner for use with the VDRO software Other barcode scanners may operate with the software but their operation is not guaranteed nor supported by Accurate Technology Unauthorized Barcode Scanner If a barcode scanner is installed for use with the VDRO software but the barcode option has not been purchased the VDRO software will detect the unauthorized scanner An error message will be displayed and the software will immediately terminate To continue to use the software either e Remove the unauthorized barcode scanner from the computer e Purchase and install the barcode scanner upgrade from Accurate Technology ProScale VDRO PC Software Users Manual Page3tof36 Accurate Technology Inc Appendix B Label Printer Option The Accurate Technology VDRO software can optionally support a label printer Labels that include the actual part measurements can be printed when a measurement sample has been completed This option can be purchased initially or as an upgrade at a later date Pricing options include the label printer hardware software upgrade or software upgrade only Part labels include the following information Part Width Part Height if X and Y axes used Part ID Date and time of measurement Optional barcode of Part ID Recommended Label Printer The recommended label printer for use wi
46. tion datum preset for each axis e Programmable axis direction for each axis e Parts database for storage of part geometry parameters Parts can be created edited or deleted e Administration user code Prevents unauthorized changes to the software parameters or database The user code can be reprogrammed from the default value e Programmable measurement display precision 1 to 4 decimal places in inches 1 to 2 decimal places in millimeters e Programmable communications port e Programmable input device selection ProRF or ProMUX 3 e Part measurement recording to csv file e Show associated part image when a part is selected e Display a PDF document associated with the part Optional Features e Histogram charting of recorded measurements e Selection of a part from the database using a barcode scanner e Print an adhesive label for the measured part consisting of o Part dimensions L x W o Part ID o Time and date of measurement o Optional barcode of part ID Manual Part Number 800 1140 001 Rev A Nov 2008 Page 6 of 36 2008 Accurate Technology Inc SECTION 2 INSTALLATION Interface Hardware The VDRO software will support either the ProRF wireless receiver OR the ProMUX 3 wired multiplexer The following section describes the required hardware configuration for each Only one setup procedure must be completed based on the hardware interface used ProRF Wireless Receiver A typical computer installati
47. uding the part database management are password protected To access the part database management menu click System Configuration System Administration Enter the password into the password field and click OK If the password was accepted the Database menu items will now be active and available To create a new part in the database select the Database Add Part menu item The part editor shown below will be displayed Le EI Add New Part PartID Description Picture File Name Part Info PDF File Name ED e X Axis Y Axis Nominal Nominal Upper Upper Lower Lower Cancel Part ID The name or identifier of a part This must be unique for each part The field can contain letters numbers and spaces This field is required Maximum length is 100 characters Description A free form description of the part Maximum length is 100 characters This field is optional Picture File Name The file name and path that point to an optional image file of the part Click on the image folder icon at the end of the field to navigate to the desired file Maximum length is 255 characters This field is optional Part Info PDF File Name The file and path name that point to an optional Adobe Acrobat PDF file that contains user defined part data information This information could include drawings specifications materials etc Click on the PDF icon at the end of the field to navigate to th
48. with the following message Press Transmitter Y Learn Button Open the Y axis transmitter and press the LEARN button The configuration process will continue automatically and when completed the configuration dialog will close The transmitter covers can now be reinstalled ProRF Receiver Configuration with a single SPC Transmitter Standard Single Axis ProTable When using the VDRO application with a single axis ProTable the ProScale digital readout will be equipped with a ProRF SPC transmitter instead of an Encoder Transmitter The same operation is completed as above except that the software will only configure a single transmitter for operation X Axis After initiating the Auto Configure Device item from the configuration menu the configuration dialog will appear as related in the previous section When the configuration message shows Press Transmitter X Learn Button the LEARN button on the SPC transmitter must be pressed Using a bent paperclip insert the end of the paperclip into the PGM hole in the face of the SPC transmitter A small pushbutton is located below the hole Press on the button until it is activated and the MSG SENT LED flashes The auto configuration will continue and will close the dialog box when complete MSG LOW SENT BAT o gt SHORT OK LONG FAIL PGM ProScale VDRO PC Software Users Manual Page1t5of36 Accurate Technology Inc Initial Axis Configuration Each axis can be independentl
49. y configured for e Axis Direction Axis Direction allows for changes in the sign of an axis measurement based on a particular direction of travel e Datum Preset The Datum Preset allows the axis to assume a specific position reading when the axis Is moved to a particular known location and the Datum X or Datum Y buttons are pressed Axis Direction To change the direction for the X axis click on the Axis Configuration X Axis Encoder Direction menu item This will bring up the parameter editor shown below X Encoder Direction L The available choices are 0 or 1 The top line shows the current value If the current value is 0 set the new value to 1 If the current value is 1 set the new value to 0 Press the OK button to save the changes Existing Value U New Value No Units To change the Y axis direction choose the Axis Configuration Y Axis Encoder Direction menu item and follow the same procedure Axis Datum Preset To change the datum preset for the X axis select the Axis Configuration X Axis Datum Preset menu item The parameter editor shown below will be presented The existing datum preset is displayed on the top Uz Datum Preset line To change the datum preset enter a new value and click the OK button Existing Value Whenever the Datum X button is pressed on the 0 000 IN main user interface screen the current X position being displayed will change to this datum preset New Value No Units To s
50. y for use with the VDRO software is Code128 This symbology supports alpha numeric data and reads barcodes of various lengths Barcode Scanner Installation The LS2208 is easy to install 1 Be sure that your version of the VDRO software has the barcode scanner option installed This can be completed either during initial installation or as an upgrade at a later time 2 Plug the LS2208 into an available USB port on the computer Windows will automatically install the appropriate drivers Since the scanner connects to the USB port no external power supply is required Barcode Scanner Operation Point the scanner at a barcode that is encoded with the ID of a part in the database Squeezing the trigger scans the barcode and causes the VDRO software to search the database for the specified part If the part is found it will be loaded into the software If Measurement Sampling is enabled the software will ask if a measurement sample file should be created If the specified part is not located in the database an error message will be displayed that indicates the part does not exist User Supplied Barcode Scanner If the user wishes to purchase a barcode scanner from a 3 party the barcode scanner must be configured for proper operation Contact engineering at Accurate Technology for the necessary information regarding the scanner configuration NOTE The user must still purchase the barcode scanner option from Accurate Technology Inc for
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