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User Guide Tensor STB Wireless tool for the Power Focus tightening controller Atlas Copco Tools and Assembly Systems 9836 3043 01 Software version 10.3 Edition 1.9 2010-06...
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Copyright Atlas Copco Tools and Assembly Systems Note! This manual can be altered without further notice. For further information log in to Atlas Copco www.atlascopco.com 2 (30) 9836 3043 01...
See also the Power Focus User guide, 9836 3123 01. Radio Frequency Exposure The Serial Port Adapter and the Tensor STB contain a small radio transmitter and receiver. During communication all IRC products receive and transmit radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic fields (microwaves) in the frequency range for the ISM band (2.4GHz).
System overview System overview Tensor STB is battery powered and communicates with the Power Focus tightening controller system through wireless digital communication built on Industrial Radio Communication (IRC) technology. Figure 1 System overview A Tensor STB system includes the following parts.
The result from up to 25 tightening can be stored in the STB. 2.2.2 Battery Tensor STB is equipped with a Lithium-Ion battery. Figure 4 Number of tightening The capacity is dependent on the battery type and joint, softer joints gives less tightenings. Figure 4 Number of tightening illustrates the number of tightening between re-charge for different tools and different types of joints (rundown angle in degrees) at the maximum torque for the tool.
System overview 2.2.3 The Industrial Radio Communication (IRC) technology operates on the free 2.4 GHz ISM band. The Tensor STB tool is available in two different versions for the different IRC standards: IRC-B IRC-W The table below gives an overview of the different standards.
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System overview IRC-W 13 (22 MHz ) channels. 1 fixed channel used for communication. Frequency planning needed Installation support from IT department needed. Figure 6 IRC-W, three channels occupying the 2.4GHz ISM band. More information at: www.wi-fi.org. 10 (30) 9836 3043 01...
If using a Serial Port Adapter, connect it according to the following instructions. 1. Turn off the Power Focus. 2. Connect an Atlas Copco crossover cable between the Serial Port Adapter and the Power Focus serial port 2, called RS232 (2).
System setup Tool preparation The battery must be charged before proceeding. Power Focus software setup The Power Focus can be programmed from ToolsTalk Power Focus or directly on Power Focus Graph. Power Focus Graph: 1. Press to access the radio and connection parameters. PROG >...
System setup Getting started with IRC-W IRC-W connection requires the following settings. Network settings: The network administrator must open the network for UDP traffic for the MAC address of the STB tool, and submit data to enter in ToolsTalk Service. Supports IEEE 802.11 b/g Encryption and authentication standards supported: WEP: 64...
System setup 7. To the left in the dialog box, click Tool Maintenance Disconnect tool Figure 12 Disconnect tool 8. To disconnect the tool, click , and then click in the dialog box. Disconnect tool Disconnect tool 9. Pair the tool to upload results and/or change standalone configuration. Connecting tool with Power Focus (Pairing) The Power Focus and the tool need to be paired together in order to establish the IRC-B connection.
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System setup 2. Press the soft key marked to confirm the selection. Start 3. Press to exit setup. ToolsTalk Power Focus: • Select Power Focus Map > Tool > Configuration > Radio > IRC pairing Wait a few seconds until the blue connection LEDs on the tool and the Serial Port Adapter (if used) are on.
System setup Connecting tool with ToolsTalk Service (Docking) 1. Connect the tool to the docking station. For instructions on how to connect the tool, see section 6.1 Docking station setup. 2. In ToolsTalk Service, open Options > Settings 3. Select Port device.
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System setup Figure 18 IRC Hardware settings 8. Enter the settings for the parameters. The data for Encryption type and key is submitted by IRC-W the network administrator. Figure 19 IRC-W settings 9836 3043 01 17 (30)
System setup Figure 20 Encryption Key dialog 9. Save the settings and click the icon. Disconnect 10. Remove the tool from the docking station and attach the battery. The tool is automatically connected to Power Focus. 3.10 Other settings Open Power Focus Map >...
Same function as T270, and overrides it when in standalone mode. 30 min timeout Digital outputs (relays) The following outputs are relevant for Tensor STB tools. See the Power Focus user manual for a description of all available inputs/outputs and how to set up. String Set signal / Reset...
If occurring frequently, then controller. reposition the Serial Port Adapter. If reoccurring, then contact your Atlas Copco representative. E553 Pairing attempt with An attempt to pair the Power Focus Set the tool in pairing mode wireless tool failed with a wireless tool failed.
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Battery failure DC voltage too high or too low: battery Contact the Atlas Copco failure. service representative and send back battery to Atlas Copco (do not reuse it!) E721 Tool internal error - Diode (LED) board in ST tool Acknowledge the event.
When connection has been re-established the tightening results are automatically uploaded to the Power Focus. Can I run the Tensor STB on Power Focus Yes, if you install WR7.4 or later release. 3100? •...
Connecting to PC Hardware setup 1. Connect the power supply to the Tensor STB docking station. 2. Connect the Tensor STB docking station to the PC using the USB cable. is displayed. Found New Hardware Wizard Figure 22 Found New Hardware Wizard, first screen 3.
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Appendix Figure 23 Found New Hardware Wizard, second screen 4. Select , and click Install from a list or specific location Next Figure 24 Found New Hardware Wizard, thrid screen 5. Select and click to locate the ToolsTalk Software. Include this location in the search Browse 24 (30) 9836 3043 01...
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Appendix Figure 25 Found New Hardware Wizard, browse for TTS 6. Select the ToolsTalk Service directory, and then click Figure 26 Found New Hardware Wizard, fourth screen 7. Click Continue Anyway 9836 3043 01 25 (30)
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Tensor STB ETP 4. In the main window, select Options > Settings 5. In the window, select from the drop-down list. Select communication Tensor STB Docking Station 6. In the Communication field set to the USB Port device that matches the Tensor STB docking station.
Appendix Connecting STB tool to ToolsTalk Service 1. Place the Tensor STB tool in the Tensor STB docking station. 2. Select or click the Connection button on the toolbar. Connection > Connect The indicator on the docking station marked is lit and ToolsTalk Service opens the main window.
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Appendix 3. Under the tab, select General Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) click Properties Figure 30 LAN properties 4. Click Use the following IP and enter Address IP address to use for this PC, Subnet mask according to the example. is not needed for Default gateway crossover cable connections.
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Appendix Connecting through cross-over Ethernet cable 1. Connect the cross-over Ethernet cable between the PC and the Power Focus. 2. In ToolsTalk, open and check that the Power Focus is present Option > Settings > Power Focus List in the Power Focus list. 3.
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