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  • Page 1 ROMER Absolute Arm User Manual Metrology to go.
  • Page 2 Hexagon Metrology Division ROMER Z.A. des Bois Blanche. F- 41800 MONTOIRE-sur-le Loir France. Tel: +33.2.54.86.40.40 romerfr.service@hexagonmetrology.com Hexagon Metrology Inc. 3536 Seagate Way, Suite 100 OCEANSIDE, California 92056 U.S.A. Tel: +1 760-994-1401 techsupport@romer.com ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 3: Introduction

    (e.g. RDS Data Collector, RDS Service) available on the Romer / DVD. For further information, please contact your local Hexagon Metrology agent. TRADEMARK NOTE Romer® is a registered trademark of HEXAGON AB in the United States and selected other countries. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM™ is a trademark of HEXAGON AB.

  • Page 4: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Information contained in a Notice is not safety related. Failing to heed this advice may result in damage to your ROMER system or in inaccurate measurements. An Information indicates general advice or links to relevant documentation. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 5: Symbols

    Back panel For approved extension SCANNER Back panel For external scanner connection Front of Base For standard head phone jack Back Panel For ROMER Absolute Arm specific USB cable only Manual General danger Manual Electric risk Manual Chemical risk Manual...

  • Page 6: Important Safety Note

    The product should not to be operated until the user has been instructed on correct use. Responsibilities Manufacturer of the product Hexagon Metrology Division ROMER, hereafter referred to as ROMER, is responsible for supplying the product, including the user manual and original accessories, in a complete and safe condition. Manufacturer of non ROMER accessories...
  • Page 7 Arm installation Fall or drop of the device The base of the ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM is designed to provide a reliable measurement platform when placed on a level and stable work surface. The ROMER Mounting Ring also can be fixed on a plate to a rigid support via the fixing holes.
  • Page 8 Failure to properly install the protective battery cover may result in environmental contamination of the battery enclosure, accidental damage to the battery, and / or loss of data if the battery is inadvertently dislodged during arm operation ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)
  • Page 9 NOTICE Arm use Components deterioration  Do not switch on ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM when covers have been removed  Do not use outdoors  Do not remove any axis covers ...

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Symbols ..................5 Pictures in the manual ..............5 Important safety note ..............6 Contents ..................10 A. ROMER Absolute Arm presentation ........13 Overview ..........................13 Levels of ROMER Absolute Arms / Feature Packs .............. 15 A.2.1 Levels and options ..................... 15 A.2.2...
  • Page 11 DOCS ........................... 50 PcDmis ..........................51 E.3.1 Contact probing ....................51 PowerInspect ........................52 E.4.1 Configuration for contact Probe and Hexagon Scanners ........52 Metrolog / µLog ........................53 E.5.1 Configuration for contact Probe ................. 53 PolyWorks ..........................54 E.6.1 Configuration for contact Probe (ImInspect only) ..........
  • Page 12 Arm storage, use and transport ..................101 European Union (and EEA) only recycling ................. 102 Electrostatic discharge ....................... 103 J.4.1 Symptom ......................103 J.4.2 How to diagnose a defective electrical network ..........103 Illustration table ........................105 ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 13: Romer Absolute Arm Presentation

    BSOLUTE RM PRESENTATION VERVIEW The ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM is a portable poly-articulated 3D coordinate measurement device, constructed from high-grade carbon fibre, which is inherently temperature stable. The device duplicates and enhances the movement and reach of the human arm (shoulder, elbow, and wrist).
  • Page 14 Fig. 2 : Arm wrist The ROMER Absolute Arm is managed by RDS, which is the interface server between the arm and the final measurement software. RDS allows to configure the functions of the arm, the communication protocol, to calibrate the probes, verify the system, and perform many other solutions.

  • Page 15: Levels Of Romer Absolute Arms / Feature Packs

    EATURE ACKS A.2.1 Levels and options The ROMER Absolute Arm is available in 2 levels of performance : 73 (good performance) and 75 (high performance). The following table shows standard and optional configurations for each arm level. Description Basic Arm...

  • Page 16: Tube Inspection Arm

    ROMER Absolute Arm presentation A.2.2 Tube inspection arm A specific configuration of ROMER Absolute Arm is designed specifically for the tube control in tube production workshop. This configuration is available only in level 73 in the 2 following sizes: The arm is installed on a raiser, available in 2 heights : small (250mm) and large (500mm).

  • Page 17: Feature Packs

    A.2.3 Feature Packs ROMER Absolute Arm is available in 2 levels of equipment and accuracy: Absolute 73 and Absolute 75 (high accuracy). Feature packs (FP) can be added to any level. It consists in a module added at the back of the base of the arm.

  • Page 18: Identification

    Hexagon Verification and repair, or request to your local agent will refer to it. The serial number is on a label located in two places: on the base of the ROMER Absolute Arm and in the front of the travel case. The serial number can also be found in supporting documents received with the arm, such as the arm certification.
  • Page 19 (null = 6 axis / T = Tube config. / SE = 7 axis for external scanner / SI = 7 axis with integrated scanner) Ex : RA-7325SE : ROMER Absolute Arm, basic level, 2500mm size, SE type (for external scanner)

  • Page 20: Feature Pack Identification

    (FA = Montoire / UC = Oceanside) Ex : 3-0001- FA: Wireless Scanning Feature pack made in Montoire, serial unit 0001 Power Power consumption Content Information about components inside Product conformity Recycling European recycling (see Appendix) ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 21: Components Description

    3. Arm wrist 4. Buttons 5. Contact probe 6. “Zero-G” counterbalance 7. LEDs 8. On/Off button 9. ROMER mounting ring rut 10. Counterbalance cradle 11. Counterbalance lock 12. Handle 13. Base of the arm ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 22: Base Description

    4. Guides for Feature Pack Fig. 8 : Base-Front 1. Error on LED 2. Battery level LED 3. Wi-Fi on LED 4. External speaker plug 5. On-board speaker 6. Temperature sensor 7. On / Off button ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 23: Wrist Description

    4. TKJ lock 5. Camera / Head light (75 only) 6. TKJ probe connector The ROMER Absolute Arm is designed to receive contact probes, touch trigger probes or non- contact probes for tubes. On the handle, one TKJ connector is available.

  • Page 24: Feature Pack Description

    It is possible at any moment to add a feature pack to an arm. Fig. 10 : Feature pack description Guides to the base of the arm. 1. DC power connector 2. External accessory connector 3. Scanner connector 4. USB connector to computer ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 25: Counterbalance Locking System

    Don’t forget to remove it before handling the arm. The counterbalance of the ROMER Absolute Arm contains a smart locking system to prevent the counterbalance to move down. A locking button on the side of the arm is used to lock or unlock the counterbalance.

  • Page 26: Standard Accessories

    Verification Bar (only Absolute 75): tool to check the accuracy of the arm. ROMER Mounting Ring alone : mounting interface for the arm Base Plate (Absolute 73): simple circular plate, with the ROMER Mounting Ring base. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)
  • Page 27 ROMER Absolute Arm presentation Magnetic base (only Absolute 75): support including the ROMER Mounting Ring base, on 3 magnets. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 28: Travel Case

    Fig. 11 : Travel case description 1. RDS driver and documentation disk. 2. Certified calibration sphere 3. Cables and certificates 4. Dust protection cover 5. Verification bar (75 only) 6. ROMER Absolute Arm 7. Probe box 8. Mounting base ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 29: Management Software Installation

    Depending on the connection, a USB port, or a Wi-Fi device is necessary to connect the arm to the computer through RDS. EASUREMENT SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Measurement software (Romosoft, PCDMIS, and any other software) can be installed before or after RDS: please follow the instructions of the measurement software for this installation. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 30: Rds Installation

    3. The following window appears. Click on {next}. 4. Click on {next} 5. Read all the licence contract and click on YES 6. At the end of the installation, click on OK 7. Restart computer ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)
  • Page 31 It is recommended to disable any firewall as it may prevent RDS from functioning properly. Depending on the version of Windows ®, it may be necessary to confirm some message boxes such as Jungo driver installation, ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 32: Arm Installation

    NSTALLATION NSTALL MOUNTING BASE The ROMER Absolute Arm offers several different mounting possibilities. Standard base is a simple ROMER Mounting Ring base either on a plate (Absolute 73) either on a magnetic support. Optional supports are available (Romer circular magnetic base, mobile stand, heavy base, complete worktable, raisers, vertical support …)

  • Page 33: Romer Mounting Ring

    See in appendix the characteristics of the ROMER Mounting Ring base. C.1.2 ROMER mounting ring on standard base-plate Place the plate on a level and stable surface, and fix it in place (using C-Clamps, screws, etc…). Fig. 13 : Mounting plate installation ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 34: Romer Standard Magnetic Base

    Fix the ROMER Mounting Ring on the ROMER circular base, place the complete base on a level and stable magnetic surface, then lock the magnet by turning the key. Fig. 15 : Circular magnetic base installation ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 35: Vacuum Base (Option)

    3. Place the base on the work table 4. Plug into the power supply 5. Switch on the vacuum 6. The base is ready for arm installation. For more information, please read the complete vacuum base manual. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 36: Stands

    Adjust the stand to the desired height and ensure its rigidity, then install the arm on the mounting ring. NOTICE Bad installation or stability Wrong measurements  Read carefully the manual of your stand to ensure it is installed securely Light Tetralock portable stand Adjustable stand Carbon graphite portable stand ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 37: Extract The Arm From The Case

    Arm Installation XTRACT THE ARM FROM THE CASE Hold the handle and the E axis and lift the arm straight from the case Fig. 17 : Extract the arm from the case ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 38: Place The Arm On The Mounting Base

    It is very important that the nut is securely tightened to ensure the accuracy and stability of the arm. It is also important to ensure the 6 screws on the mounting ring are well-tightened. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 39: Mount The Probe On The Arm

    The probe must be mounted with the correct orientation : align the notch of the probe with the TESA® logo 1. Install the probe on the TKJ connector 2. Lock the probe with the key ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 40: How To Place The Arm Back In Its Travel Case

    While holding the arm, unscrew the ROMER mounting ring nut from the base support. 4. Hold the arm by the handle and E axis, then slowly lower the arm into the travel case. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 41: Tube Inspection Arm Installation

    A steel plate can be fixed on the raiser. The arm can then be placed on the plate through the magnetic base. Three magnets can be fixed on the base of the raiser, to be able to place and lock it on a magnetic worktable. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 42: Arm Tube Installation-Uninstallation

    When fixing, the Romer mounting nut, the steel plate or the magnets, make sure that all the screws are tightened securely. C.6.2 Arm Tube installation-uninstallation Due to its stronger counterbalance, the tube inspection arm must be installed or uninstalled by a trained people. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 43: Feature Pack Installation

    Installation 1. Approach the FP to the base of the arm and connect. 2. Introduce each of the 4 pins into the holes on the base 3. Tighten step by step the 4 screws ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 44: Arm Connection

    1. Connect power supply to the arm 2. Connect USB cable from the arm to the computer Fig. 18 : USB connection 3. Power on the arm by holding the power button for at least 1 second. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 45: Wi-Fi (Mobility Pack)

    Arm Connection OBILITY D.2.1 Note about Wi-Fi network SSID: The SSID (identification) of your ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM refers to the Feature Pack and is the following: “T-UN-FF” T: type of Feature Pack UN: serial number of the Feature Pack FF: Factory D.2.2...

  • Page 46: Computer Setup (On Windows Xp And 7 ®)

    2. Enter “Start menu” > type in ”ncpa.cpl” 3. Right-click on “Wireless Network Connection” and select “Properties” : 4. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IPv4), then “Properties” 5. Use the following IP address and subnet mask: 192.168.0.1 and 255.255.255.0 then OK ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)
  • Page 47 You access then to the following window: select then “T-UN-FF”network and click on “Move up” until it becomes at the top of the list. Here, using “Properties”, you can also switch the “T-UN-FF”network as automatic connection if it is not ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 48: Rds Setup

    4. Click on “Modify” 5. Choose the WiFi interface and “Select” 6. Choose the Feature Pack SSID and “Select” 7. Close the Wifi window and save the modifications. 8. Now RDS automatically connects to the arm. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 49: Configuration For End-Software

    Configuration for end-software ONFIGURATION FOR END SOFTWARE The ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM can be used with the following measurement software. Ensure the appropriate version is installed. Some software need special configuration. Please read carefully the corresponding section. Software Min. Settings Button0...

  • Page 50: Romosoft

    3. The following window will appear. Click {Cancel}. 4. Then {Exit}. To access RDS configuration, use the RDS icon in the task bar or access through Menu OPTIONS > CUSTOMISATION > double click in middle tab. DOCS No configuration is necessary. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 51: Pcdmis

    In the Probe Utilities menu, the “Measure” button gives access to probe calibration in RDS Data Collector. To access arm settings, use RDS icon in the task bar. For Demo licences, rename RomerRDS.dll as interfac.dll and add the operator “/portable:ROMERRDS” to the command “pcdlrn.exe” ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 52: Powerinspect

    OWER NSPECT E.4.1 Configuration for contact Probe and Hexagon Scanners At first start of Power Inspect, or through the menu, select the type of measuring system : “Hexagon RDS” To connect PowerInspect to RDS (= the arm), click on the “connect” button.

  • Page 53: Metrolog / Μlog

    “Automatically recall last probes file” then click on “Next”. 4. Finish the configuration by clicking on “Save” 5. Run Metrolog Xg software, the probe is automatically recognized and activated, and the system is ready to use. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 54: Polyworks

    Configuration for end-software ORKS After PolyWorks installation, if necessary, run PolyWorks Plug-ins installation. Then access the Workspace Manager Options In the Plug-ins, select only “Perceptron ScanWorks” and “ROMER Absolute Arm and Scanning peripheral”. E.6.1 Configuration for contact Probe (ImInspect only)

  • Page 55: Reshaper

    The tuning button gives access to a RDS control Panel (Settings) or RDS data collector (Calibration). EOMAGIC E.8.1 Configuration for probing After Geomagic installation, install “Absolute Probing” and “Absolute Scanning” plug-ins In Qualify or Studio ,”Material” tab, select “Hexagon Absolute Probing” ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 56: Quindos7

    If recalibration is needed, the user can execute the Quindos command ReQualifyTool; for detailled usage of the command , please see the Quindos user manual. Please avoid renaming of probes during calibration. Use the predefined names ! ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 57: Aberlink

    Use the ‘Tech…’ button code 2.718) to open the technical details side of the form. Use the default settings you will need to check Tab Scales - set the ‘Romer RDS Arm’ radio button. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)
  • Page 58 Tab Probe Head - 13) Fixed Tab Others - All options unticked - except SPC option is ticked Probe default state is ticked Probe check enabled is ticked Close the setup form then close down and restart Aberlink3D ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)
  • Page 59 Note that this function is generally used to define an approximate alignment frame – with final alignments set by measuring features and setting them as references within the Aberlink 3D measurement software in the usual way. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)
  • Page 60 The window to the left of the Close button displays a history of recent arm events. For measurements, the coordinates are shown and also the approach vector. The most recent event is at the top of the window. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 61: Spatial Analyzer

    Left (B0) Cancel last Measurement Not used Main (B1) Hit Point Multiple points Right (B2) Validate Not used E.11 PATIAL NALYZER Once SA is installed, access “Instrument > Add” and select the appropriate device. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 62: Calypso

    ROMERRDSArm from the dropdown list. For more details see the Calypso User Guide. 4. In the Probe tab select PH FIX ® TPxx as the probing system regardless of what probe you are actually using (Solid probe or TP2). ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)
  • Page 63 6. Define the connection parameters: On the tab Interface you enter the hostname of the computer, on which the CimCoreInterface is installed. Normally you enter "localhost,NONCZCONTROL" in the address field while Control is selected. 7. The settings for Panel don’t need to be changed. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 64: Measure With The Arm

    - An object above the arm hinders vertical movement - The part to probe or scan is very small - To place back the arm in its case Unlocked position : - Standard operating way to use the arm ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 65: Holding The Arm

    The second hands of the user can then be used to hold the part to measure, or guide the ball of the probe precisely. On ROMER Absolute Arm Type 75, the second hand can hold the grips of the arm (Long Spin Grip or Hand Grip) ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1...

  • Page 66: Tube Inspection Arm Handling

    Measure with the arm F.1.4 Tube inspection arm handling ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 67: Carrying Position

    Measure with the arm F.1.5 Carrying position Carry the arm by holding the handle of the arm, and either the B-C axis or D-E axis. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 68: How To Use Contact Probes

    Those probes reduce the effort when the probe is in contact with the surface. This is very useful for soft surfaces, movable parts, etc… The TTP is composed of a TKJ TTP base, on which a M6 TTP sensor (such as TesaStar) can be mounted. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 69: Tips And Tricks

    Tips and tricks Which tip diameter to use Any tip diameter can be used on a ROMER Absolute Arm. The choice of one probe or another one depends mainly on the application of the probing : - What size is the feature to probe ? The tip diameter must be adapted to the feature to probe.
  • Page 70 - To take burst points, the probe must slip easily along the surface: it is misadvised to get the probe perpendicular to the surface, to avoid friction. - Depending on the software and options, the probe must look toward the surface side. (see “Probe radius compensation”) ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)
  • Page 71 For example, a plane should be measure with at least 5 points as the following picture In a generic way the location of the points has to respect a uniform repartition of them, not to favour one area of the feature to the detriment of another one. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)
  • Page 72 Counterbalance The ROMER Absolute Arm is counterbalance, it means that there is no need in holding the elbow of the arm when measuring: let the counterbalance working alone, and simply hold the wrist of the arm to approach the probe to the part and to press the button for points capture.
  • Page 73 …). Most of the software can give the maximum error value, after each new point once the feature is validated. This maximum error value (“best-fit”) gives very useful information to make sure that the feature has been correctly probed. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 74: Contact Probe Change And Calibration

    Absolute Arm it is being used on. Each unique set of probe calibration data is stored in the ROMER Absolute Arm memory. The arm checks each time when a probe is changed. If the new probe has not previously been calibrated with this particular arm, the user will be prompted to proceed with the probe calibration procedure described below.
  • Page 75 RDS Data Collector manual. 1. From the measurement software, access probe calibration 2. Place reference sphere 3. Enter diameter 4. Insert 15mm reference probe 5. Take 9 points on sphere with 15mm probe ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)
  • Page 76 10. At the end of calculation, click on yes Residual deviation value for sphere with reference method is : Best-fit + deviation diameter + deviation center For more details, please refer to RDS Data Collector manual. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 77: Non-Contact Probes For Tube

    Measure with the arm ONTACT ROBES FOR TUBE ROMER Absolute Arm can be used with Non-Contact Probes for tube measurement. This kind of probe is designed only for tube measurement. Please refer to the measurement software for use explanations. Size Recommended tube diameters 4-13 mm (.15-.5 “)
  • Page 78 CLASS 2M LASER PRODUCT CAUTION Laser Product Class 2M Exposure toward the eye can result in eye injury  Pay attention not to expose the eye to the laser guide when laser is on. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)
  • Page 79 - Beam1 is released down - Beam1 is cut up - Beam1 is released up - Beam2 is cut down - Beam2 is released down - Beam2 is cut up - Beam2 is released up ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 80: How To Use The Arm Remote Mouse

    Activate / deactivate remote mouse: - Put F axis at its mechanical stop - Rotate E axis about 90°. The arm remote mouse settings (buttons and switch on/off mouse) can be configured. Please refer to RDS Service manual. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 81: How To Use The Arm Buttons

    Short click Cancel a point Right click (White) Long click Cancel points Middle Short click Take a point Left click (Red) Long click Take burst points Right Short click Validation Middle click (Yellow) Long click ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)
  • Page 82 Burst Pts Validate Scan Validate equivalent DELR Hit Pt. Burst Pts Execute POS- actual line button Leitz jogbox Validate Scan Scan Hit Pt. Validate Scan Start-Stop scan Start-stop Validate Scan Hit Pt. Validate CALYPSO ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 83: How To Interpret The Arm Sounds

    RDS Data Collector has multiple “Quick-check” procedures the user can perform to verify arm and accessories accuracy, and calibration. It also has full certification procedures such as the B89. Please refer to RDS Data Collector manual for full descriptions of each procedure.. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 84: Rds Warnings And Status Messages

    RDS W ARNINGS AND STATUS MESSAGES When using the ROMER Absolute Arm, RDS may display information or error messages on the screen. The messages may appears at the top right of the screen (warning messages) or beside RDS icon in the Windows® task bar of windows (status messages).

  • Page 85: Display Arm Status

    Frequency of reading of the arm. Frequency Reference Position of the arm in case of VPS, position LOK or Leapfrog At any moment, you can check the status of the arm simply overpassing the mouse on RDS icon. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 86: Messages And Sounds

    RDS also shows messages in a window for some events, such as if a new probe is connected. For some events, the arm will emit sounds (mechanical stop, new probe, points taken, long press, etc…) ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 87: Accessories

    Accessories CCESSORIES ATTERY With FP2 Mobility Pack, the ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM can be use indifferently on DC power supply or on battery. It switches automatically to battery as soon as the power supply is switched off and loads the battery when the power supply is on.

  • Page 88: Level Of The Batteries

    Accessories G.1.2 Level of the batteries On the batteries, an indicator shows the level of charge : Battery fully charged Battery half charged Battery low level : plug in the power cable ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 89: Leds

    To use the work light or the camera, please refer to RDS Service manual. The camera works only in USB Mode, not in Wifi mode. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 90: Complete Documentation

    - RDS Service manual - RDS Data Collector manual - Romosoft manual - GPad manual - GTube manual - DOCS Manual - PCDMIS manual - Reshaper manual - Quindos manual - Any other accessories or software manuals ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 91: Troubleshoot The Arm

    Check that the environment light doesn’t emit The points are not taken correctly disturbing infra-red parasites. If the arm stil has problems: Contact a regional agent with the following information : - The following page filled out - RDS.log file ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)
  • Page 92 RDS Wifi IP @ Accessories Scanner CPU IP@ for Scanner LEDs status Boards versions Mother Board Encoders boards Probe Board Diagnostic information Sounds Status of the LEDs Tests with different materials Ping answer Other information ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 93: Appendix

    Appendix PPENDIX ECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS J.1.1 Dimensions and weights: Arm dimensions Fig. 20 : Arm dimensions Arm size Extension C Extension E 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 1050 4000 1200 4500 1350 ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)
  • Page 94 0.07 “ 0.5 ” 0.07 “ -0.93 1.24 ∞ infinite rotation 0.5 ” 0.07 “ 0.5 ” 0.07 “ -1.35 1.22 ∞ infinite rotation 0.5 ” 0.07 “ 0.5 ” 0.07 “ -1.75 1.75 ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)
  • Page 95 Appendix Romer mounting nut Fig. 21 : Mounting ring dimensions Romer mounting plate Fig. 22 : Mounting base dimensions ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)
  • Page 96 Appendix Vacuum mounting base Fig. 23 : Vacuum base dimensions Tube inspection arm raiser Raiser H (mm) Small 237.3 Tall 487.30 Fig. 24 : Tube inspection arm raiser dimensions ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 97: Accuracy Specifications

    All the values refer to the ASME B89.4.22 standard and are displayed in millimetres. All probing specifications are achieved with a ROMER Absolute Arm mounted on a base plate or magnetic base plate and using a 15mm steel ball probe with a length of 50mm under stable environment conditions.

  • Page 98: Ce Compliancy And Other Specifications

    Electrical Rating of the Arm 15 VDC 3.0 Amps Mains supply voltage fluctuations up to ±10% of the nominal Communication Type 2.0 Auxiliary sensor pass through data bus on selected 7 axis models (FP1, FP2) Wifi Built-in antenna ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)
  • Page 99 Do not use if cable is visibly damaged or insulation is worn. Do not plug any other power supply in to the Arm power jack. Replace power supply with Globtek model number 64213 rev C provided by Hexagon Metrology only.
  • Page 100 This product and supplements meet the ROHS guidelines for electronic components and hardware. This complies with the requirements of the EU directive for banned substances: Lead Mercury Hexavalent Chromium Cadmium Polybrominated Biphenyls Polybrominated Diphenyl Ether Pentabromodiphenyl ether (PentaBDE) Octabromodiphenyl ether (OctaBDE) Decabromodiphenyl ether (DecaBDE) ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 101: Arm Storage, Use And Transport

    - It is advised to place the measurement arm and the computer in their respective cases each time they are transported. - Moreover, for any transport by plane, boat, train or truck, pack the products tightly in foam for protection and with shock detectors. ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 102: European Union (And Eea) Only Recycling

    For more information about where to drop off waste equipment for recycling, please contact the local city office, waste authority, approved WEEE scheme or household waste disposal service. (EEE: Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein) ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 103: Electrostatic Discharge

    LECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE J.4.1 Symptom Although the ROMER Absolute Arm is protected against electrostatic discharge, it can still be affected by large electrical discharges (welding system …). In this case, an error appears on the arm and the computer. To avoid that: - Make sure arm power supply is grounded and of proper voltage.
  • Page 104 50-60 Hz +/- 5 % auto select Output frequency 50-60 Hz +/- 1 Hz auto select Protection & filters Voltage pikes : 320 joules, 2 ms EMI-RFI : 10 dB to 0,15 MHz, 50 dB to 30 MHz ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)

  • Page 105: Illustration Table

    Fig. 21 : Mounting ring dimensions ....................95 Fig. 22 : Mounting base dimensions .................... 95 Fig. 23 : Vacuum base dimensions ....................96 Fig. 24 : Tube inspection arm raiser dimensions ................. 96 ROMER ABSOLUTE ARM Manual V2.3.1 (29/05/2012)
  • Page 106 – This is what ROMER stands for in the global Hexagon Metrology network. The portable measuring arms in which ROMER specialises are produced in France and the United States in compliance with stringent quality and environmental standards.

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