Acuity AccuRange AR500, User Manual

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AR500 User’s Manual
LLL00xxxx – Rev 1.0 iii
User’s Manual for the
AR500™ Series Laser Sensor
Rev. 1.0
Table of Contents
1. Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 1
1.1 General Overview ....................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Definition of Terms ..................................................................................................... 2
1.3 Quick Start Instructions ............................................................................................... 2
1.3.1 Mounting ................................................................................................................. 2
1.3.2 Serial Data Wires .................................................................................................... 3
1.3.2.1 RS232 serial
.................................................................... 3
1.3.2.2 RS485 serial
.................................................................... 3
1.3.3 Analog Output Signals ............................................................................................ 3
2. General Description ............................................................................................................ 4
2.1 Principles of Operation ............................................................................................... 4
2.2 Mechanical Dimensions .............................................................................................. 4
2.3 Installation .................................................................................................................. 5
2.4 Laser Safety ............................................................................................................... 5
2.5 Sensor Maintenance ................................................................................................... 6
2.6 Sensor Service ........................................................................................................... 6
2.7 Sensor Specifications ................................................................................................. 6
3. Installation and Checkout ................................................................................................... 7
3.1 Mounting ..................................................................................................................... 7
3.2 Cabling for sensor unit ................................................................................................ 7
3.2.1 Standalone Cabling ................................................................................................ 7
3.2.2 Serial Connection to a Host Computer .................................................................... 8
3.3 Power On ................................................................................................................... 8
3.3.1 Serial Communications Check ................................................................................ 8
3.3.2 Sensor Output Check.............................................................................................. 8
4. Signal and Power Interface ................................................................................................ 9