Vernier LSHB-OEK Quick Start Manual

Light Sensor Holder for
Optics Expansion Kit
Order Code (LSHB-OEK)
The Light Sensor Holder is part of the Optics Expansion Kit
(order code OEK). It is designed to accommodate either
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Go Direct Light and Color (order code GDX-LC) or the
Vernier Light Sensor (order code LS-BTA) when used with the Combination 1.2
m Track/Optics Bench (order code TRACK). The Light Sensor Holder is used to
position a light sensor to investigate light intensity or for color mixing
investigations in combination with Go Direct Light and Color and the Color Mixer
Kit (order code CM-OEK). Attach the sensor as described in the Assembly
Instructions section.
The sensor bracket (order code GDX-MOUNT) is designed to hold any Go Direct
box-style sensor. In addition to mounting on the Light Sensor Holder, it has a
threaded nut to attach the accessory rod (order code ACC-ROD) and connect to a
ring stand. It can also be set on top of a cart.
What's Included
Base
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Sensor Bracket for Go Direct
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Vernier Light Sensor Holder
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Assembly Instructions
1. Snap the base of the Light Sensor Holder into the side channels of the track.
Go Direct Light and Color mounted on the holder
2. Use the four pegs and three holes at the top of the Light Sensor Holder base to
connect either the Sensor Bracket for Go Direct or the Vernier Light Sensor.
If using Go Direct Light and Color, attach the sensor using the pair of
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posts labeled "A" or "B". The posts "A" align the light sensor with the
center of the base. The "B" posts align the RGB color sensor with the
center of the base.
If using the Vernier Light Sensor, use the three holes labeled "C" to attach
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the sensor holder to the base.
Posts and holes for connecting the light sensor holder
Securing Go Direct Light and Color
Snap Go Direct Light and Color into the sensor bracket. Note: Use the pair of
posts noted in the Assembly Instructions to align the sensor with the center of the
track.
Using posts to align with the center of the track
Securing Vernier Light Sensor
1. Use two thumb screws to secure the Light Sensor Holder to the base.
Securing the Light Sensor Holder
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