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1. Setup 1.1. Connect the laser connection kit(s) to the port(s) on the bottom of the TPD labeled “Port A” or “Port B” with a DB-9 cable. Ensure the laser is powered up. When using a single laser, either port can be used. Figure 1: Identification of TPD ports and power button.
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1.5. Configure the number of decimal places or smallest fraction to display from the Decimals or Smallest fraction dropdown. When using foot fraction or inch fraction units, the dropdown menu displays the smallest fraction to round to (down to 1/64 of an inch). When using foot decimal or inch decimal the dropdown will display the smallest decimal number to round to (1- 1.6.
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2. Settings Explanation 2.1. Averaging: Averaging will steady the display of measurements. The default setting is a rolling average of 25 measurements. The rolling average will add the latest reading to the back of the averaging list and remove the first reading from the front of the averaging list so that the averaging list always contains the latest 25 measurements.
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value of the first calibration block. Typically sampling a single calibration block is sufficient. If greater accuracy is required, sample two calibration blocks. 3.3.2. Difference function mode 3.3.2.1. Press the Calibrate button in the measurement pane. 3.3.2.2. Point the both lasers at the zero position and press OK. 3.3.2.3.
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5.3.1. Connect the TPD unit to a wired network with access to acuitylaser.com. 5.3.2. Press Update to update the Acuity Laser UI software via the internet. 5.3.3. If a newer version is available, instructions will be displayed regarding how to update.
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6. Troubleshooting 6.1. A range error indicates the subject is beyond the lasers range. Adjust the position of the laser relative to the subject and zero point. Use the range indicator to ensure that maximum subjects and the zero point are well within the lasers range. 6.2.
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