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13.3 Category 2: Diagnostics (support tool)
In this chapter all of Category 2 menu items will be explained.
13.3.1 2.1 Start
Press the OK button to run the on-board diagnostic test suite to sense the electrical and
mechanical condition of the searchlight. (contact Colorlight for help with this feature).
T1
. Measurement of voltage and current
when the searchlight is in “non operating mode”
T2 (HCW).
Measurement of current drawn by the horizontal motor; motor rotates clockwise for
30 seconds.
T3 (HCCW).
Measurement of current drawn by the horizontal motor; motor rotates
counterclockwise for 30 seconds.
T4 (VCW).
Measurement of current drawn by the vertical motor; motor rotates clockwise for 30
seconds.
T5 (VCCW).
Measurement of current drawn by the vertical motor; motor rotates
counterclockwise for 30 seconds and the value is temporary stored.
T6 (Rfoc).
Measurement of current drawn by the right focus motor; runs for 30 seconds.
T7 (Lfoc).
Measurement of current drawn by the left focus motor; runs for 30 seconds.
T8 (H MAG).
Test of horizontal magnetic sensor; the horizontal motor is running at full speed for
a predetermined time and number of triggers is recorded.
T9 (V MAG).
Test of vertical magnetic sensor; the vertical motor is running at full speed for a
predetermined time and number of triggers is recorded.
T10 (Lights).
Lamp test; both lights should ignite and be lit for 30 seconds.
To avoid burning anything with the bright light the test is performed with both axis rotating in half
speed. The result is temporary stored.
13.3.2 2.2 View Results
Displays the result of the last run diagnostics test suite.
Use the Down button to cycle through the tests results.
Use the Right button to cycle through different test result information for the selected test. Only
applicable for test “T1” and test “T10”.
