Summary of Contents for JAMAR Technologies TRAX Totalizer
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There is a 90 day warranty on the rechargeable battery of the TRAX. In no event shall JAMAR Technologies, Inc. be liable for any damages arising from the use of this product including damages arising from the loss of information.
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If you have any questions about the use of the TRAX Totalizer, please call the following number: 1-215-491-4899 Monday — Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern time You may also contact us by e-mail at: sales@jamartech.com For more information on our products, or for the latest news in product development, visit our web site at: www.jamartech.com...
..............ii Quick Setup Guide ..............v Introduction to the TRAX Totalizer............. 1-1 What is the TRAX Totalizer? ..............1-2 How is the TRAX Totalizer Powered?............. 1-3 ON/OFF, DO and TAB Functions ............1-3 Operation of the TRAX Totalizer ..............2-1 Start-up Screens ..............
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Quick Setup Guide for the TRAX Totalizer 1. Turn the TRAX Totalizer ON. 2. Once the Main Menu appears, press the DO key while ‘Start’ is flashing. START VIEW SETUP 3. To view your totals as they are recorded, press TAB until View_Count is flashing then Press DO.
The counter is designed to al- low the collection of volume information without the need to download to a computer. There are two models of the TRAX Totalizer — one that collects data using road tubes, a second that collects data using loops.
Chapter 1 — Introduction to the TRAX Totalizer How is the TRAX Totalizer Powered? The TRAX Totalizer is powered by a rechargeable lead gel, with optional solar panel. For loop Totalizers with external power, the loop cable provided with the unit will contain a power jack.
TRAX Totalizer User’s Manual Start-up Screens When you power on the TRAX Totalizer, the counter will display several screens with information on the current status of the unit. After the initial sign on, the version number of the firmware is displayed.
Chapter 2 — Operation of the TRAX Totalizer Main Menu START VIEW SETUP The Main Menu of the Totalizer can be used to access the setup information for the counter, view an existing count or start a new count. Setup To access the Setup menu, in the Main Menu press the TAB key until Setup is flashing then press the DO Key.
TRAX Totalizer User’s Manual *Note that the 24-hour totals begin from when you start the count. If you start the count at 3 pm on Monday, your first 24 hour totals will be from 3 pm Monday to 3 pm Tuesday, etc.
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EXAMPLE: As a car approaches and both front and rear axles pass over the “A” or “B” tube, the TRAX Totalizer will record one (1) count. As a four axle truck approaches, and all four axles pass over the “A” or “B”...
TRAX Totalizer User’s Manual L3 - Two Channels with Lane Separation A to B, B to A In this layout, both tubes (A and B) are extended completely across the road. Channel A and channel B record independent of each other.
Chapter 2 — Operation of the TRAX Totalizer Starting a Count To start a new count with the Totalizer, press DO while Start is flashing on the Main Menu. The Totalizer will begin recording information and the following screen will be displayed:...
TRAX Totalizer User’s Manual The first two digits (01 in the previous example) list what 24-hour (or hourly) totals you are viewing. To go to the next 24-hour (or hourly) totals, press the TAB key. 02:000244 0000197 After the last 24 hour (or hourly) totals have been displayed, pressing the TAB key will bring up the End of Count screen.
Installing Road Tube Proper road tube installation is very important for collecting accurate data with your TRAX Totalizer. The road tube and the Totalizer’s air switches comprise the sensing device for the unit. As with all receivers, the sensor has to be functioning properly to record reliable information. With this in...
Chapter 3 — Road Tube Installation Installation Round Tube (.25 ID x .60 OD) Round tube should be stretched one foot for every ten feet of roadway when being installed. Each tube should be secured at each end of the roadway by using a galvanized C-Clamp, Chinese Finger, Figure 8 Grip or an End Plate.
TRAX Totalizer User’s Manual Mini Tube (.187 ID x .365 OD) Since mini tube is smaller and lighter than standard round tube, less hardware is required to install the tubes. Also, mini tube should not be stretched when installed, just placed on the road.
TRAX Totalizer User’s Manual Connecting to the Loop The Totalizer is connected to the Loop using the loop cable (shown to the right) that was supplied with the counter. This cable contains wires for connecting one or two loops to the totalizer.
TRAX Totalizer User’s Manual Battery Care The following information regarding battery care is furnished to assist you in the use and maintenance of rechargeable batteries. Battery life is dependent on the user’s preventative maintenance procedures. Establish regular routines for all of your batteries regardless of their usage.
Chapter 5 — Battery Care After a battery has been charged, allow it to sit for at least 8 hours and check the voltage again to determine if the battery maintained its charge. Some decay is acceptable; however, if the battery falls below 6.1 volts, recharge it for a longer period of time.
Chapter 6 — Menu Tree & Specifications TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Size — 11” x 7” x 4.5” Weight — approximately 7 lbs. Sensor Inputs — Road Tube, Loop. Memory — 4K internal. Power — rechargeable battery, with optional solar panel. Temperature Range — Minus 40 F (-40 C) to 165 F (72 C). Recording Volumes —...
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TRAX Totalizer User’s Manual We are pleased that you have chosen the JAMAR TRAX Totalizer for your traffic analysis needs. We have strived to develop a unit that is easy to use and has the options that our customers require. The TRAX Totalizer has undergone extensive testing to verify the accuracy of its operations, and each unit is tested before it leaves our facility.