Campbell SurfaceVue 10 Product Manual Download

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SurfaceVue 10

Fixed-Location, Non-Invasive Road Surface

Condition Sensor

PRODUCT MANUAL

Summary of Contents for SurfaceVue 10

Page 2: ...9 1 While connected to Campbell Scientific data logger 16 9 2 While connected directly to a computer 16 10 Troubleshooting 17 11 Frequently asked questions 18 11 1 How do I calculate the distance fro...

Page 3: ...ature is the temperature below the road surface at 6 cm 2 4 in depth Road surface condition is determined by the presence and amount of ice or water on the road surface From these measurements the bui...

Page 4: ...ow local regulations See Compliance in Technical specifications p 4 l IMPORTANT The SurfaceVue 10 should be calibrated when the surface is dry and it should be re calibrated after installation if the...

Page 5: ...ice The measuring light is not visible to the human eye The light reflection from the measured surface depends on the surface material and contamination on the window surface The measurement method is...

Page 6: ...s Surface states Dry moist wet slush snow ice Field of view FOV Road surface conditions 2 8 0 5 m at 10 m Road surface temperature 10 1 7 m at 10 m Grip friction Measurement range 0 to 1 0 unitless Ac...

Page 7: ...re Measurement range 500 to 1100 hPa Accuracy 1 0 hPa Resolution 0 1 hPa Wind speed modeled Measurement range 0 to 60 m s 0 to 134 mph Accuracy 10 Resolution 1 m s General specifications Measurement r...

Page 8: ...the distance from the sensor to the measuring area on the road p 18 l Mounting angle is within 30 to 80 The preferred angle is 45 to 80 See How do I calculate the installed angle p 19 l Avoid solar r...

Page 9: ...emperature Surface condition Angle 45 Sensor setback B 3 m 10 ft Sensor height H 3 m 10 ft Field of view FOV 10 2 8 Calculated target dimensions Distance to target D 4 3 m 14 ft Target coverage area A...

Page 10: ...ars to remove any excess strap leaving a small amount for adjustments 5 Using a flathead screwdriver or nut driver tighten the screw clamp 6 Attach the SurfaceVue 10 to the bracket using two bolts Fin...

Page 11: ...rfaces 9 Gently remove the laser pointer from the tube and turn it off Take care to not change the sensor angle 10 Check the rotation of the CS991 sensor in the tube as shown in the following figure T...

Page 12: ...n in the following sections Also see Does the SurfaceVue 10 need to be continuously powered p 19 7 3 1 RS 232 Table 7 1 RS 232 wire color function and data logger connection SurfaceVue 10 Wire color W...

Page 13: ...wire slot Repeat with the other wires TIP Wires with ferrules can be pressed firmly into the wire slot You do not need to open it first Table 7 2 RS485EXT wire color function and data logger connectio...

Page 14: ...rogram The SerialOut SerialIn and SerialInRecord instructions program a data logger to communicate with the SurfaceVue 10 using RS 232 Use SplitStr to separate the returned data NOTE The standard seri...

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Page 16: ...n the sensor refer to the Safety section Study the sections on working at height use of batteries and exposure to radio transmitters CAUTION Before proceeding with any maintenance always retrieve the...

Page 17: ...s tissue Detergents suitable for cleaning glass can be used when necessary l Check the window of the surface temperature sensor Use a bulb air blower to remove any large contaminants from the lens Use...

Page 18: ...practice to recalibrate the sensor after installation 9 1 While connected to Campbell Scientific data logger To calibrate the sensor using the program provided and when the surface is known to be dry...

Page 19: ...ses and solutions Symptom Possible cause Solution The friction value of dry pavement has decreased over time This can indicate that the optics are dirty or the pavement has changed Clean the optics th...

Page 20: ...Frequently asked questions 11 1 How do I calculate the distance from the sensor to the measuring area on the road Figure 11 1 Right triangle Where c distance from the head of the sensor to the measuri...

Page 21: ...ailable See Calibration p 16 11 4 What is the definition of ground temperature Ground temperature is the temperature below the road surface at 6 cm 2 4 in depth 11 5 What type of structure should the...

Page 22: ...Other manufacturer s products that are resold by Campbell Scientific are warranted only to the limits extended by the original manufacturer Refer to www campbellsci com terms warranty for more informa...

Page 23: ...ion or Repair Reference number contact your CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC regional office Please write the issued number clearly on the outside of the shipping container and ship as directed For all returns the...

Page 24: ...tachments to tripods and towers The use of licensed and qualified contractors is highly recommended l Read all applicable instructions carefully and understand procedures thoroughly before beginning w...

Page 25: ...ng facilities Avoiding unnecessary exposure to radio transmitter radiation l Where the equipment includes a radio transmitter precautions should be taken to avoid unnecessary exposure to radiation fro...

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