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User Manual for Acu-Vis 2.0
FT722 - FT742 – FT205 Sensors
TEL: +44 (0) 2089 430 801
FAX: +44 (0) 2089 433 283
WEB: www.fttechnologies.com
E-MAIL: info@fttechnologies.com
January 2020
For Acu-Vis 2.0 software version 2.0.113
The FT and Acu-Res logos are registered trademarks of FT Technologies Ltd
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- Page 1 FT722 - FT742 – FT205 Sensors TEL: +44 (0) 2089 430 801 FAX: +44 (0) 2089 433 283 WEB: www.fttechnologies.com E-MAIL: info@fttechnologies.com January 2020 For Acu-Vis 2.0 software version 2.0.113 The FT and Acu-Res logos are registered trademarks of FT Technologies Ltd...
- Page 2 1 Acu-Vis 2.0 Software Warning: Users should perform a risk assessment and be suitably trained before attempting to use any electrical equipment. Personal injury may result from unsuitable working practices. FT are not responsible for the unsafe configuration and operation of sensors with non-standard settings Warning: Modifying settings may alter the performance of FT wind sensors, ensure the user understands the potential risks FT can provide Acu-Test Evaluation Kits and power supplies to assist users with connection, development and...
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Page 3: Software Installation
Acu-Vis 2.0 software will work on a PC running Microsoft Windows 7, 8, 8.1 and 10. Note: RS485 half-duplex sensors running in Continuous Update (CU) mode can be difficult to communicate with due to the limitations of half-duplex topology. Contact FT Technologies for assistance or disable CU mode using Acu-Vis 2.0 Caution: Live connection/disconnection of the power and/or sensors during live operation, or miswiring of the power leads could damage the Acu-Test cable and is not covered by FT’s standard warranty terms... - Page 4 8. If you need to change the Acu-Test cable it is recommended to press the ‘Disconnect’ button and follow the exit process, close the Acu-Vis program and then disable the power. Remove the USB cable and replace with the required cable In case of technical issues please contact the technical support team at FT Technologies.
- Page 5 Update mode Acu-Vis 2.0 will disable it (and provide an option at the end of the session to re-enable it). Figure 5: The Acu-Vis Home Screen 1. The Acu-Test cable serial number 2. About Window: FT Technologies contact information and software build versions 3. Language selection options: English, French, Chinese, Spanish, Japanese and Korean...
- Page 6 Wind Readings Tab The Wind Readings display includes sensor settings, real-time wind speed and direction data. The temperature gauge on the right-hand side shows the Heater Setpoint and Internal Temperature. Figure 6: Acu-Vis 2.0 Live Display...
- Page 7 This feature will export a file in .fff format that can be forwarded to the FT Technologies support teams • The ‘Unlock Feature’ button is used to unlock advanced features in Acu-Vis 2.0, including the ‘Commands’ and the ‘User Calibration Table’ tabs. Contact FT Technologies for further details...
- Page 8 Commands Tab (RS485 Digital Sensors only) The Command tab allows the user to view and send various software commands: Figure 8: Command Line Terminal Display • Search for commands (for example: BR) or select them from the ‘Sensor Host Command’ menu. Selecting a query will add the command to the ‘Execute Command’...
- Page 9 UCT (‘User Calibration Table’) Tab The UCT window provides the user with a simple method of changing the calibration performance of the sensor. Refer to the UCT commands detailed in the user manual for further information. Acu-Vis 2.0 will download any existing UCT settings and display them on the table and graph. The easiest method of changing the UCT is to use the ‘Standard % Offset”...
- Page 10 Figure 10: Acu-Vis 2.0 Connect Display 1. The Acu-Test cable serial number 2. About Window: FT Technologies contact information and software build versions 3. Language selection options: English, French, Chinese, Spanish, Japanese and Korean...
- Page 11 Analogue Settings Tab The Analogue Settings tab allows the user to modify core settings and run service diagnostics: • Datum Current (direction current centred at 4mA or 12mA) • Error Current (typically 1.4mA) • Wind Speed Scaling Range – Typically 0-50m/s wind scaling (4mA = 0m/s, 20mA = variable) •...
- Page 12 Wind Readings Tab The Wind Readings display includes: • Sensor settings • Serial Number & Software Version • Acu-Test cable details • Real-time wind speed and direction data • Heater Setpoint and Internal Temperature Figure 12: Acu-Vis 2.0 Real-Time Wind Readings Display...
- Page 13 Settings Tab The Settings tab provides an interactive user interface for changing basic sensor settings with point and click operation. Consult the user manual for full software command details. • Heater Settings: On/Off and Heater Setpoint. The typical setting is 30-35°C, particularly in cold-weather regions where harsh snow/de-icing is required •...
- Page 14 PC. The ‘Export Sensor Information’ button creates an encrypted file containing current user settings and diagnostic information. This feature will export a file in .fff format that can be forwarded to the FT Technologies support teams.
- Page 15 Advanced Tab The Advanced Settings tab provides an interactive user interface for changing advanced sensor settings with point and click operation. Consult the user manual for full software command details. • Selective Filter: On/Off, time setting • Overspeed Warning: On/Off Figure 14: Acu-Vis 2.0 Advanced Display...
- Page 16 UCT (‘User Calibration Table’) Tab The UCT window provides the user with a simple method of changing the calibration performance of the sensor. Refer to the UCT commands detailed in the user manual for further information. Acu-Vis 2.0 will download any existing UCT settings and display them on the table and graph. The easiest method of changing the UCT is to use the ‘Standard % Offset”...
- Page 17 1.4 TeraTerm Command Line Terminal (digital RS485HD sensors only) The FT054 Acu-Test cable can also be used to communicate via command line terminal programs, including Hyperterminal and Tera Term. This provides the user with a visible method of communication with digital wind sensors without building an RS485HD network.
- Page 18 Figure 17: Modifying Terminal Settings in Tera Term Tera Term defaults to a baud rate of 9600, it may be necessary to configure this setting via the Setup menu → Serial Port… settings window. With connection enabled with the settings configured as described above, send commands to the sensor to confirm successful connection.
- Page 19 Appendix Differences between FT sensors: • Heater current limit changes are not supported (due to 2A limit on cable) FT742-SM • • No heating commands are included (due to lack of integrated heaters) FT205 • Certain features and commands may have been added at specific software versions. Software version Contact FT if the command for specific advice and requirements features...
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