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Contents
Table of Contents
Troubleshooting
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
General Information
Regulatory Information
Bluetooth
Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN 802.11)
Product Environmental Information
Precautions
Chapter 2: Setup
The Edge Packing Contents
Shipping Case
Portable Storage Case
Probe Case
Optional Accessories
Hardware Setup
Mounting the Base
Surface Mount Plate Dimensions
Installing Probes
Handle Storage
7-Axis Handle
Fold-Down Touch Screen Controller
Edge Power Supply
Supplying Power to the Edge
Edge Battery Pack
Installing the Battery Pack
Removing the Battery Pack
Charging the Battery Pack
USB Devices
Auxiliary Port
Packing the Edge
Packing the Edge Shipping Case
Chapter 3: Operation
Numerical and Signal Processing
Handle LED
Edge Handle Buttons
Error and Status Indicators
Referencing the Encoders
Host Computer
Wired Connections
Usb
Ethernet
Wireless Connections
FARO Wireless - Bluetooth
Using Bluetooth - Windows XP
Using Bluetooth - Windows 7
FARO Wireless - WLAN
Wireless Zero Configuration Reference
FARO Ethernet Setup
Chapter 4: Probes
Edge Probes
FARO I-Probe
Custom Probes
Installing Probes
FARO Laser Line Probe
Computer Requirements
Laser Safety
Laser Radiation Emission
Serial Number Label
Servicing
Hardware Installation
Holding the FARO Laser Line Probe
Hardware Controls and Indicators
Buttons
Leds
Range Finder
Software Setup
Compensation
Plane Compensation
Dro
FARO Laser Line Probe Settings
Line Probe Settings
Additional Considerations
Renishaw TP-20 Probe Installation and Operation
Edge TP-20 Probe Kit
Probe Modules for the TP-20 Probe
Measuring Software
Operation
FARO Sensor
Sensor Probe Kit
Measuring Software
Operation
Custom Probe Compensation
Chapter 5: Accuracy
Compensation and Calibration
Compensation Versus Calibration
Edge Compensation
Edge Calibration
Repeatability
Volumetric Accuracy
Loss of a Degree of Freedom
Chapter 6: Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Normal Maintenance
Edge
Host Computer
Mounting Stiffness Test
Temperature Considerations
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
ESD Best Practices
Troubleshooting
Power Issues
Hardware Communication Issues
FARO Wireless Connection Issues
FARO Wireless FAQ
FARO I-Probe FAQ
Edge Performance Verification Checklist
Issues that will Degrade Accuracy
Edge Setup
Probe Setup
Probe Compensation
Mounting
Base Deflection
Tilt
Single Point Articulation Test (SPAT)
User Compensation
Calibrated Artifact
Diagnosing FARO Laser Line Probe Accuracy Problems
FARO Laser Line Probe Compensation
Chapter 7: Software
Screen Layout
Main Menu
New Part
Construct
Part Setup
Right-Hand Rule
Plane Line Line
Plane Plane Plane
Plane Line Circle
Plane Circle Circle
Plane Line Cylinder
Cylinder Cylinder Plane
Lengths
Point to Point
Point to Plane
Point to Line
Plane to Plane
Circle to Circle
Sphere to Sphere
Angles
Plane to Plane
Plane to Cylinder
Line to Line
Apex
Features
Circle: Best Fit
Line: Best Fit
Line: Project to Plane
Line: from 2 Planes
Line: Parallel
Plane: Best Fit
Plane: Parallel
Point: Best Fit
Point: from 2 Lines
Point: from 3 Planes
Point: Line Intersect Plane
Point: Project to Line
Point: Project to Plane
Sphere: Best Fit
Measure
Features
Circle
Cylinder
Line
Plane
Point
Sphere
Check Feature
Review Features
Nominals
Measurement Pictures
Printing
Position Display
Files
File Backup
Load Macro
Save Macro
Transfer Files
Load Parts
Save Parts
Save Report
Using Report Files in Excel
Settings
Application
Connection
Bluetooth
Ethernet
Wifi
Display
Sound
Language
Software Update
Diagnostics
Mount
Tilt
Level
Base Deflection
Temperature
Graph
Stability
Convert Units
Calculator
Event Log
Environment Log
System Information
FARO Edge Compensation
Compensation
Hole Compensation
Sphere Compensation
Compensation Log
Single Point Articulating Test (SPAT)
Best Fit Examples
Chapter 8: Configuring the FARO Edge in CAM2 Measure
Device Control Panel
Add a Device
Change Probe
Hole Compensation
Sphere Compensation
Hardware Configuration
Diagnostics
Temperature
Measurement Mode Setting
Chapter 9: Configuring the FARO Edge in
Cam2 Q
Device Control Panel
Add a Device
Change Probe
Hole Compensation
Sphere Compensation
Hardware Configuration
Diagnostics
Temperature
Measurement Mode Setting
Chapter 10: Configuring the FARO Edge in CAM2 Measure
Device Setup
Hardware Configuration
Probes
Using FARO I-Probes
Edit Probe
Probe Compensation Overview
Compensate Probe
Hole Method - Guidance
Hole Compensation Method
Sphere Compensation Method
View Log
Diagnostics
Temperature
Technical Support
Software License Agreement
Purchase Conditions
FARO Products Service Policy
FARO Service Policy
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F A R O Ed ge a n d F AR O L as er Sc a n Ar m Ma n ua l
September 2012
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Summarization of Contents
Chapter 2: Setup
Hardware Setup
Instructions for physically setting up the Edge system, including mounting.
Mounting the Base
Details on how to properly mount the Edge base for optimal machine accuracy.
Edge Power Supply
Information on connecting and using the Edge power supply for operation.
Packing the Edge
Procedures for safely packing the Edge for transport or storage to prevent damage.
Chapter 1: Introduction
General Information and Precautions
Overview of the FARO Edge's features and essential care guidelines.
Chapter 3: Operation
Controls and Indicators
Explanation of handle indicators and button functions for user feedback and control.
Computer Connections
Guidance on establishing wired and wireless connections between the Edge and a host computer.
Wireless Connections
Details on setting up Bluetooth and WLAN connections for wireless operation.
Chapter 4: Probes
FARO Laser Line Probe
Detailed information on the Laser Line Probe, including requirements and safety.
Software Setup and Compensation
Steps for configuring software to work with the FARO Laser Line Probe.
Chapter 5: Accuracy
Compensation, Calibration, and Accuracy Metrics
Understanding compensation, calibration, and metrics for maintaining Edge accuracy.
Chapter 6: Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Maintenance Procedures
Routine care procedures for the Edge and host computer to ensure optimal performance.
Troubleshooting and FAQs
Guidance for resolving common problems with power, communication, and probes.
Chapter 7: Software
Interface and Navigation
Overview of the Edge software interface, menus, and icons for user interaction.
Feature Measurement
Steps to create coordinate systems and geometric features for part setup.
File Management and Settings
Procedures for saving, loading, and transferring files and configuring settings.
Chapter 8: Configuring the FARO Edge in CAM2 Measure
Device Configuration and Probe Management
Interface for managing devices and configuring probes within CAM2 Measure.
Chapter 9: Configuring the FARO Edge in CAM2 Q
Device Configuration Panel
Interface for managing devices and settings in CAM2 Q.
Probe Compensation Procedures
Steps for performing hole and sphere compensation for probes.
Chapter 10: Configuring the FARO Edge in CAM2 Measure
Device and Hardware Setup
Initial setup for connecting the Edge and configuring hardware settings.
Probe Management and Compensation
Managing probes, including editing, compensating, and viewing logs.
Compensate Probe Methods
Detailed procedures for compensating probes using hole or sphere methods.
Technical Support
Appendix C: FARO Products Service Policy
Appendix D: FARO Service Policy
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