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Summary of Contents for JAMAR Technologies Traffic Engineering II
- Page 1 Traffic Engineering II Radar User’s Manual JAMAR Technologies, Inc.
- Page 2 Traffic Engineering II Radar User’s Manual...
- Page 3 There is a 90 day warranty on the rechargeable battery of the Traffic Engineering II Radar. 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.
- Page 4 Traffic Engineering II Radar User’s Manual If you have any questions about the Traffic Engineering II Radar that you cannot find answers for in this manual, there are several ways to get ad- ditional information. On the Hardware Support section of our web site at: www.jamartech.com...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Technical Support ..............iv Quick Setup Guide for the Traffic Engineering II Radar ......vi Chapter 1 – Introduction ..............1-1 What is the Traffic Engineering II Radar? ......... 1-2 How is the Traffic Engineering II Radar Powered? ......1-2 Before You Begin .............. -
Page 6: Quick Setup Guide For The Traffic Engineering Ii Radar
Chapter 2. Use the LiveView feature of the software to check that data is being recorded properly. 5. Leave the Traffic Engineering II Radar to record data for the time period you would like. A fully charged battery will record data for up to 8 days. -
Page 7: Chapter 1 - Introduction
Chapter 1 — Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction... -
Page 8: What Is The Traffic Engineering Ii Radar
14 days before needing to be recharged. The battery voltage can be seen when the unit is connected to the STARnext Software. Note that when the Traffic Engineering II Radar is first shipped to you the battery is disconnected and will need to be connected before first use. -
Page 9: Before You Begin
Before you attempt to collect important data with the Traffic Engineering II Radar we strongly recommend that you familiarize yourself with both the operation of the Traffic Engineering II Radar, and the software that is used with it, by reading all the documentation that came with the equipment. - Page 10 Traffic Engineering II Radar User’s Manual...
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Page 11: Chapter 2 - Site Installation
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Page 12: Installation
Traffic Engineering II Radar User’s Manual Installation Before going to the site to install the Traffic Engineering II Radar, check that you have the following items from the installation kit: Clamp Kit Three locks with keys Pole mounting bracket Chain You will also need a standard flat-head screwdriver or 5/16 inch nut driver (not included with kit) to tighten the mounting clamp. -
Page 13: Mounting The Traffic Engineering Ii Radar
Chapter 2 — Site Installation Mounting the Traffic Engineering II Radar Once a site has been selected, the Traffic Engineering II Radar can be easily mounted using the installation kit. Step #1 - Thread the SnapLock clamp bands through the openings on the pole bracket. - Page 14 Traffic Engineering II Radar down to secure it in place. Note that it is the front of the Traffic Engineering II Radar that you are aiming toward the road at a 45 degree angle.
- Page 15 Step #5 - Lock the unit into the mounting bracket using the hole at the bottom of the bracket. Once the Traffic Engineering II Radar has been setup using the STARnext software (refer to the next chapter), close and lock the lid. If you wish to add further security to the installation, the chain that was provided with the recorder can be used.
- Page 16 Traffic Engineering II Radar User’s Manual Step #6 - Depending on how high you mount the TE II Radar, you may need to tilt the unit so it is facing down into the traffic lane. This is done by adjusting the bracket on the back of the Radar. Loosen the top bolt on the bracket (there is one on each side) using the provided hex head allen wrench.
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Page 17: Chapter 3 - Programming The Radar Head
Chapter 3 — Programming the Radar Head Chapter 3 Programming the Radar Head... - Page 18 Connecting to the Traffic Engineering II Radar – USB Once you have the Traffic Engineering II Radar installed, it needs to be programmed to record the data you want. To do this, open the case of the Traffic Engineering II Radar and connect your computer to the USB port of the Traffic Engineering II Radar Head unit.
- Page 19 Chapter 3 — Programming the Radar Head Start the STARnext software on your computer and select Setup from the Actions section of the Quick Start screen. You'll then see a screen showing the different devices for setup. Select TE II Radar at the bottom left. On the Setup screen, make sure the radio button for Com Port is selected and that the correct COM port number has been selected from the drop down box.
- Page 20 Traffic Engineering II Radar User’s Manual STARnext will attempt to connect to the Traffic Engineering II Radar and, if successful, show the current status of the unit.
- Page 21 Once connected, the middle of the screen will show the Counter Info, which includes: • Main Battery – the current voltage of the external battery. A fully charged battery should be around 13V or higher. • Firmware Version – The current version of the firmware revision found in the unit.
- Page 22 Connecting to the Traffic Engineering II Radar – Wireless Bluetooth Traffic Engineering II Radars have wireless Low Energy Bluetooth capa- bility which allows you to connect without a hard wire USB connection. The STARnext software will automatically search for, and display, any units it find powered on within its range.
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Page 24: Setting Up A Study
Traffic Engineering II Radar User’s Manual Setting Up a Study To setup a study, click the Edit Setup & LiveView button on the Radar Setup screen. - Page 25 Chapter 3 — Programming the Radar Head The Site Templates fields can be used to save location details of where the data is being collect. Click the Load button to open a previously saved template, or click the Save button to save the current settings as a new template.
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Page 26: Liveview
IMPORTANT: We highly recommend that you use the LiveView to verify that the Traffic Engineering II Radar is correctly recording ve- hicles before you leave the site. If the LiveView is not showing vehicles as they pass, the recorder is not getting good data. Double check all setup settings and refer to the Troubleshooting chapter for more items to check. -
Page 27: Chapter 4 - Downloading Data
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Page 28: Downloading Data
Traffic Engineering II Radar User’s Manual Downloading Data Once the data collection is complete, you can retrieve the data from the Radar Recorder using your computer and the STARnext software. To do this you will need to connect the Radar to the STARnext software, using one of the methods found in Chapter 3 of this manual. - Page 29 Chapter 4 — Downloading Data Click the Connect button and STARnext will then attempt to connect to the TE II Radar. If the connection is successful, once the download is complete you'll see the list of files available to download from the TE II. Select the file(s) you would like to download then click the Download Selected button.
- Page 30 Traffic Engineering II Radar User’s Manual Once the download is completed, you will be prompted to assign a file name to your file. Click Save once this is done and your data will appear. From this point, refer to the STARnext manual for information on how to...
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Page 31: Chapter 5 - Battery Care
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Page 32: Maintaining Your Battery
NOCO Genius 2 Battery Charger that came with the unit. Battery Charging Monitor your battery voltage by checking the Traffic Engineering II Radar Setup screen of the STARnext software. We recommend that the battery be recharged to its highest charge level (usually 13.2... - Page 33 Usually, a battery of 11.2 volts can be charged to its highest potential in 12 hours or less. To charge the battery, first remove it from the Traffic Engineering II Radar. Plug the NOCO Genius 2 Battery Charger (shown below) into an outlet, then connect it to the terminals of the battery.
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Page 34: Additional Notes
Traffic Engineering II Radar User’s Manual After a battery has been charged, allow it to sit for several hours then check the voltage to determine if the battery kept its charge. Some re- duction in voltage is acceptable. However, if the battery falls below 13.0 volts, recharge it for a longer period of time. -
Page 35: Chapter 6 - Troubleshooting
Chapter 6 — Troubleshooting Chapter 6 Troubleshooting... - Page 36 When using LiveView, no vehicles are displayed as they pass the site. What's wrong? There may be a problem with either how the Traffic Engineering II Radar was installed or one of the settings that was entered during set up.
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Page 37: Appendix
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Page 38: Specifications
Traffic Engineering II Radar User’s Manual Specifications Sensor: Microwave 24.2 GHz, power output 32 mW Speed Range: 8-120 Mph Radar Range: Up to 100 Feet Setup Range: Up to 80 Feet Size: 11.5” x 13” x 7” Weight (Battery Installed): 12 lbs. - Page 39 We are pleased that you have chosen the Traffic Engineering II Radar for your traffic data collection needs. We have strived to develop a unit that is easy to use and has the options that our customers require. The Traffic En- gineering II Radar has undergone extensive testing to verify the accuracy of its operations, and each unit is tested before it leaves our facility.
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