Carlson Void Scanner User manual

Void Scanner Wi-Fi box user manual H-5914-8502-02-A September 2018
Void Scanner Wi-Fi box
user manual

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Contents
1Customer information.............................................................................................................................................................................5
1.1 Dear customer .............................................................................................................................................................................5
1.2 User manual ................................................................................................................................................................................5
2Introduction............................................................................................................................................................................................6
2.1 The Void Scanner........................................................................................................................................................................6
2.2 Void Scanner Wi-Fi box ...............................................................................................................................................................7
3Hardware components...........................................................................................................................................................................8
3.1 Void Scanner Wi-Fi box ...............................................................................................................................................................8
3.2 Battery charger ............................................................................................................................................................................9
3.3 Power/data cable.......................................................................................................................................................................11
3.4 External lithium ion battery (optional accessory).........................................................................................................................12
4Hardware care and maintenance .........................................................................................................................................................14
4.1 Operation...................................................................................................................................................................................14
4.2 Cleaning ....................................................................................................................................................................................14
4.3 Maintenance..............................................................................................................................................................................14
4.4 Storage and transportation.........................................................................................................................................................14
4.5 Environmental conditions...........................................................................................................................................................15
5Power management.............................................................................................................................................................................16
5.1 Internal power............................................................................................................................................................................16
5.2 External power...........................................................................................................................................................................16
5.3 Hot swapping power sources.....................................................................................................................................................17
6Data communication............................................................................................................................................................................19
6.1 Data channels............................................................................................................................................................................19
6.2 IP address .................................................................................................................................................................................22
7Using the Void Scanner Wi-Fi box........................................................................................................................................................23
7.1 First-time use – Power...............................................................................................................................................................23
7.2 First-time use – PC compatibility................................................................................................................................................23
7.3 First-time use – PC set-up..........................................................................................................................................................23
7.4 Connection with PC ...................................................................................................................................................................25
7.5 Cavity Profiler – VS....................................................................................................................................................................26
7.6 On-site use................................................................................................................................................................................27
8Troubleshooting guide .........................................................................................................................................................................29
9Technical details..................................................................................................................................................................................32

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9.1 Specifications.............................................................................................................................................................................32
10 Product Information..............................................................................................................................................................................33

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1 Customer information
1.1 Dear customer
The Void Scanner Wi-Fi box is designed to be easy to operate. However, we would ask you to take the time to read
these operating instructions carefully before using the system, and to keep the manual with the equipment at all
times.
For any feedback or comments, or if there are questions about the Void Scanner system which are beyond the
scope of this manual, contact the product support department at Carlson, or your local Carlson representative.
Alternatively, for information on your local Carlson-approved service centre, visit our website at
www.carlsonsw.com.
To ensure best service, please make a note of the serial number. This can be found on a label inside the WiFi box.
1.2 User manual
It is important that you read this manual carefully before using the instrument.
There are three manuals available with the Void Scanner system:
1. This Void Scanner Wi-Fi box manual;
2. A Void Scanner hardware manual which describes the Void Scanner probe and all accessories supplied
with a standard system;
3. A Cavity Profiler – VS software and operations manual.
It is essential that you read and understand all of the accompanying Void Scanner manuals before using the system
with the Void Scanner Wi-Fi box.
This manual has been compiled with care. However, should you discover any errors, we would be grateful if you
could contact Carlson directly.
Reproduction in whole or in part, without the express written permission of Carlson, is prohibited. Reverse
engineering is also prohibited.
The information in this document is subject to change without notice.

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2 Introduction
2.1 The Void Scanner
The Void Scanner is a ruggedised field instrument designed to produce fast, efficient 3D laser scans of underground
voids where access is limited, dangerous or prohibited. The instrument can be mounted on booms, tripods or user-
customised deployment devices. The small, lightweight size of the Void Scanner gives flexibility in the nature of the
deployment and means that volumes and dimensions which have previously been guessed or estimated can be
accurately quantified.
The Void Scanner’s laser employs the ‘time of flight’ technique to measure ranges to rock faces and other objects
without the need to place reflectors on the target. This allows measurements to be taken from a safe distance. Two
hundred such measurements are made every second, up to a range of 150 m.
Data from the internal pitch and roll sensors are collected in addition to the scan data. This means that all points
collected can be accurately geo-referenced and multiple scans can be stitched together. The output data can then
be plotted against design drawings or as-built data to help build an invaluable picture of the project site.
The Void Scanner is controlled remotely from a PC or handheld device running Cavity Profiler – VS software which
plots the data on-screen in real time. Cavity Profiler – VS allows the finished scan to be analysed, edited,
transformed, combined with other datasets and exported to third-party software.
The Void Scanner is just one of many laser systems that have been designed by Carlson. Other products such as
the C-ALS (Cavity Auto-scanning Laser System), Quarryman and Boretrak have all been proved over many years
of demanding use around the world. These products complement the Void Scanner and provide a wide range of
advanced measurement solutions within the mining, quarrying and geotechnical industries.
Figure 1 Void Scanner unit

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2.2 Void Scanner Wi-Fi box
The Void Scanner Wi-Fi box houses a rechargeable battery and wireless module. It negates the need for a separate
battery pack, power cable, PC data cable and interface box.
The Void Scanner Wi-Fi box can be used with the Void Scanner to allow personnel to retreat further from the unsafe
or inaccessible area which is being scanned. The Void Scanner may be attached to a boom that is extended into
the unsafe area, or placed on an unmanned vehicle that is remotely driven into the unsafe area. For more details
on attaching the Void Scanner to deployment devices, see the Void Scanner hardware manual. Scanning operations
can then continue without having to route a data cable or power cable to the scan site. The operator can be situated
in a safe area over 50 m away, receiving scan data wirelessly on a PC.
The Void Scanner Wi-Fi box connects to the Void Scanner probe via the standard 13.6 m power/data cable, or via
the 1.5 m power/data cable supplied with the Void Scanner Wi-Fi box. Connection to the PC is then via wireless
data communications so no cables are required between the Void Scanner Wi-Fi box and the PC.
Once the PC connects to the Void Scanner system’s Wi-Fi network, the Void Scanner can be controlled from Cavity
Profiler – VS software in exactly the same way as if it were connected to the probe with a cable.
The Void Scanner Wi-Fi box is compatible with all Void Scanner units from Mk3 onwards.

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3 Hardware components
This section outlines the various hardware components that are included with the Void Scanner Wi-Fi box Mk4
system.
Details of the operation and care of the system are detailed in subsequent sections.
3.1 Void Scanner Wi-Fi box
The Void Scanner Wi-Fi box is housed in a ruggedised Peli case enclosure.
When the lid of the Peli case is closed, the Void Scanner Wi-Fi box is resistant to water and dust.
With the lid open, the internal panel is visible and the environmental protection IP rating is invalid.
The internal panel incorporates product markings, a 4-pin connector for the battery charger and two fuse holders.
Written information on the internal panel includes details of the internal battery and power requirements.
The serial number is also printed on the internal panel. Please refer to this serial number when contacting your local
Carlson service centre.
There are two fuse holders on the internal panel:
•‘Fuse (Int)’ for the internal battery circuit, and
•‘Fuse (Ext)’ for the external battery circuit.
Figure 2 Void Scanner Wi-Fi box internal panel
Connector for
battery charger
Power and
safety
information
Output power
light
Serial number
information
Fuse holders
for internal and
external power
sources

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The battery is charged through the black, 4-pin female connector labelled ‘Battery charger’.
See section 5, for details of the internal and external power requirements, internal battery charging and fuses.
A green ‘Output power’ light illuminates when the Void Scanner Wi-Fi box is powered up and able to output power
to the Void Scanner probe.
During most field operations, the lid of the Peli case should remain closed. This is recommended to ensure the
highest level of environmental protection.
The side panel of the Void Scanner Wi-Fi box houses connectors for external power and the Void Scanner probe
itself, as well as ON/OFF power buttons.
The yellow, power/data Void Scanner cable runs from the Void Scanner probe to the green, 4-pin female connector
on the side panel labelled ‘Probe In’. The locking mechanism for this connector is different from the ‘Battery Charger’
connector on the inside panel, so the battery charger and the main Void Scanner cable cannot be connected to the
wrong connectors.
A cable running to a Carlson external lithium-ion battery can be connected to the green, 2-pin male connector
labelled ‘Battery In’ on the side panel.
The two red power buttons on the side panel toggle the Void Scanner Wi-Fi box ON and OFF. One button controls
power from the internal battery, the other controls power from an external battery.
See section 5, for further details on supplying power to the Void Scanner Wi-Fi box.
3.2 Battery charger
A battery charger is supplied with the Void Scanner Wi-Fi box to charge the internal lithium-ion battery.
Connect the battery charger to the 4-pin connector on the inside panel labelled ‘Battery Charger’. Plug the battery
charger itself into a mains power supply. The battery charger is supplied with a selection of plug types to fit mains
sockets around the world.
Figure 3 Wi-Fi box side panel

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The battery charger only charges the internal battery if the ‘Int. Power Source’ power button on the side panel is
toggled OFF.
The battery charger can also be used to charge an external battery. In this case connect the battery charger directly
to the connector on the external battery.
An LED on the battery charger shows the status of the charging process:
Figure 5 Battery charger
Figure 4 Battery charger plugged into the Void Scanner Wi-Fi box