Abtus ABT4650 RouteScan User manual

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ABT4650
RouteScan
Instruction Manual

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1.0Index
1.0 Index 1
2.0 Item List 2
3.0 Specification 2
4.0 Getting Started 3
4.1 Overview 3
4.2 Assembly 4
4.3 Bluetooth Connection 4
4.4 Single Point Measurement 6
4.5 Recording Data 7
5.0 Software Features 9
5.1 Settings 9
5.2 View Results 9
5.3 File Types 10
5.4 Transferring Recorded Data Files to a PC 10
6.0 Target Pole 11
7.0 Maintenance 13
7.1 Before Each Use 13
7.2 Every 3 Months 13
7.3 Annual 13
8.0 Measurement Characteristics 14
8.1 Point Co-ordinates 14
8.2 Gauge 14
8.3 Super-Elevation 14
9.0 Trouble shooter 15
9.1 Tips for Good Recording 15
9.2 No Power 15
9.3 Cannot Connect 15
9.4 Cannot Save Data 15
9.5 Measurement Takes a Long Time 15

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2.0Item List
1. RouteScan
2. Control Unit
3. Carry Case
4. Instruction Manual
5. RouteScan Charger
6. Control Unit Charger
7. Optical Cleaning Kit
8. Target Pole (if purchased separately)
3.0Specification
Weight
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On track(RouteScan)
(Control Unit)
In Box
9.5kg
0.2kg
25kg
Physical Dimensions
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-On Track(RouteScan) In Box 1655 x 250 x190 mm
Length:1755 mm
Height:373 mm
Width:385 mm
Operating
Temperature - -10°C to + 50°C (-4°F to 122°F)
Environmental
Rating - IP54
Battery Life
- -RouteScan Control Unit Up to 6 hours Up to 6 hours
Operating System -
PC Connectivity - USB Bluetooth
Wireless LAN

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4.0Getting Started
4.1 Overview
The RouteScan has been developed to provide quick, accurate structure
clearance measurements relative to the Permanent Way. With the RouteScan in
position on the track, the operator is able to control, from a position of safety, the
measurement laser using the Control Unit via a Bluetooth connection.
The unit is a lightweight (9.5kg) and is provided with a protective box for easy
transportation to and from site. All data is shown on a colour screen and is stored
on an SD Memory Card for easy transfer to a PC, where the files can be opened
and viewed in MS Excel.
The use of wireless technology in the RouteScan means that there are two
separate batteries in the ABT4650:
•RouteScan
•Control Unit
The unit has been designed to be user-friendly with only limited training required.
RouteScan is approved for use in the UK in areas of 3rd rail. The following
guidelines should be adhered to when using RouteScan in an area of live 3rd rail:
1. Never touch any part of RouteScan against the electrified 3rd rail
2. When carrying RouteScan on the track, take extra care to avoid tripping.
Carry RouteScan on the opposite side of your body to the 3rd rail
3. When lifting RouteScan on or off the rail, ensure you have a firm footing
and that you are standing between the running rails
4. When pointing the laser dot at a specific point, never place yourself or
others in a position of danger. Wherever possible, control the position of
the laser dot using the PDA from a safe position
Before Use:
Make sure there are no stains or marks on the optical window and
that the optical window is NEVER touched directly.
For cleaning instructions see Section 7.1
RouteScan produces a visible (635nm wavelength) laser beam which emerges
from the Laser Housing (Figure 2)

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It is a Class II laser product in accordance with:
1) IEC60825-1 (2001) “Radiation safety of laser products”
2) EN60825-1 (2001) “Radiation safety of laser products”
3) FDA 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 (US department of health and human
service, Code of federal Regulations)
Laser Class II products:
Do not stare into the laser beam or direct it towards other people unnecessarily.
Eye protection is normally afforded by aversion responses including the blink
reflex.
CAUTION
Looking into the laser beam may be hazardous to the eyes.
Laser may turn on without warning.
Do not allow water droplets to fall on the lens of the laser housing as this may
compromise accuracy. If water does drop on the lens, carefully blot away using
the lens tissue provided. Follow the instructions in Section 7.1 to clean the lens if
necessary.
Please review Section 9.1 prior to using your ABT4650 for the first time.
4.2 Assembly
Upon receipt of your ABT4650 no assembly is required.
4.3 Bluetooth Connection
Before recording can start, a Bluetooth connection must be made between the
Control Unit and the ABT4650 – imagine this step is like plugging in the cable:
1. Turn on the Control Unit (Please refer to manufacturers own operating
manual for details of operation as Control Unit models may vary) – wait
until the Windows operating system has fully loaded
2. Load the Abtus Gauge Interface software from the Start Menu (as shown
in Figure 1) – the software launches directly to the ‘Connection’ screen