Quick Setup Guide for the Traffic Counter Tester II
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7.
Set the
Output Dial
to a value of 10. This dial adjusts the strength of
the air pulse that is generated. This can be used to test the functionality of
the air switches in the counter. A more in-depth discussion on this can be
found in chapter 3.
8.
The TCTII is now ready for use. The chosen settings have been saved,
and will remain set in the future. Additional information on using the sup-
plied software to configure tube spacing and classification can be found
later in this manual.
Operating modes
A,B
Simulates a Class 2 vehicle with 9’ wheelbase. For speeds of 35 MPH and
above, 1 vehicle will be simulated every second. For speeds below 35 MPH,
the time between vehicles will increase to allow the counter to recognize
the new vehicle. Vehicles travel in the direction of A to B.
A to B, B to A
Simulates a Class 2 vehicle with 9’ wheelbase. For speeds of 35 MPH and
above, 1 vehicle will be simulated every second. For speeds below 35 MPH,
the time between vehicles will increase to allow the counter to recognize the
new vehicle. Vehicles alternate directions. The vehicle count will increment
after every second vehicle, to show the total for each direction.
Note:
The
tube spacing for this mode is fixed to 4.5 inches.
Classify
Simulates each of the FHWA classes traveling at the selected speed. Vehicles
will be simulated at a rate of 1 vehicle every 6 seconds, or 10 vehicles per
minute. The scheme simulates all 13 FHWA scheme F classes, with classes
2 and 3 repeated for a total of 15 vehicles. Vehicles travel in the direction
of A to B.
Speeds
Simulates a Class 2 vehicle with 9’ wheelbase traveling at speeds from 35
to 80 MPH. Vehicles will be simulated at the rate of 1 vehicle every six
seconds, with each vehicle increasing speed by 5 MPH. Vehicles travel in
the direction of A to B.