Problem
Possible Cause
Possible Solution
Sensor gives
inaccurate data
Inappropriate step size
Adjust the step size
Dirty lenses
Check lenses for dirt; clean if
necessary
Inaccurate sensor
model and serial
numbers
Check the model and serial number
in the Sensor Information box (in the
Sensor Settings window) to see if
they match the sensor on your
system; adjust if necessary
Unable to obtain
readings
Loose laser sensor
cable connection
Tighten connection
Dirty sensor lenses
Check lenses for dirt; clean if
necessary
Faulty sensor
Swap suspected faulty sensor for
known good one; replace if
necessary
Sensor does not turn
on and/or the laser
indicator does not light
Loose laser sensor
cable connection
Tighten connection
Computer power is off
Power up computer
Cobra power is off
Power up Cobra
Sensor will not collect
data
Sensor is not focused
Focus sensor
Loose laser sensor
cable connection.
Tighten connection
Sensor arm will not
move
Arm has reached its
end of travel limit
Move the arm in the opposite
direction
Cobra power is off
Power up Cobra
Troubleshooting
6-3
T
roubleshooting
Summary of Contents for Cobra DRS-2000
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