HAMAR LASER A-1519 Series User manual

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Table of Contents
A-1519-2.4ZB/A-1520-2.4ZB Wireless Targets - Overview ........................................................................................ 1
Identifying Target Features .......................................................................................................................................1
Managing the A-1519/A-1520 Battery Capacity....................................................................................................... 2
Resetting the Target ..................................................................................................................................................2
Connecting and Configuring the A-910 Radio Transceiver/R-1307 Readout ...........................................................3
The Model R-1307 Readout............................................................................................................................3
The A-910 Radio Transceiver/Hub .................................................................................................................4
The A-910-2.4ZB and Utility Software...........................................................................................................5
Configuring the R-1307 for a Local Target...............................................................................................................6
Setting the Target Network ID and System ID for the R-1307 Readout .........................................................7
Miscellaneous Display Messages ....................................................................................................................7
Wireless Communications Setup ...................................................................................................................................8
Configuring the A-1519/1520 Target System Group ................................................................................................8
Setting the Target System ID and Target Network ID (A-1519/A-1520 Targets, A-910-900/2.4, A-910-2.4ZB).... 9
Setting the System ID...................................................................................................................................... 9
Installing and Using the Wall-Mounted Charging Station....................................................................................... 10
Charger Specifications ..................................................................................................................................11
Software Installation and Configuration ......................................................................................................................12
Pre-installing the Common USB Port Driver (A-1519/1520 and A-910)................................................................12
Installing the Driver.......................................................................................................................................12
Windows® Hardware Installation (USB Port) ........................................................................................................13
Installing and Using the A-1519/1520 Type II Configuration Utility .....................................................................14
Installation..................................................................................................................................................... 14
Users Database ..............................................................................................................................................14
Initial Setup ................................................................................................................................................... 14
Editing the User Database ............................................................................................................................. 15
Logging In ..................................................................................................................................................... 16
Startup ...........................................................................................................................................................17
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................18
Switching Between Normal Application Mode and Configuration Mode.....................................................18
Diagnostic Readout – Normal Application Mode .........................................................................................19
Diagnostic Readout – Debug Mode .............................................................................................................. 20
Diagnostic Readout – Advanced Functions................................................................................................... 21
Updating the Firmware.................................................................................................................................. 22
Configuration Parameters..............................................................................................................................24
Calibration Table...........................................................................................................................................26
Appendix A – Equipment Specifications.....................................................................................................................27
Appendix B – Interpreting the A-1519/1520 Type II Calibration Reports..................................................................28
Appendix C – Agency Certifications ........................................................................................................................... 30
Appendix D – Dimensional Drawings ......................................................................................................................... 32
A-1519 Type II Universal Wireless Target .............................................................................................................32
A-1519 RS-485 Cable Diagram .............................................................................................................................. 33
Appendix E – Using the A-151945 4-Port Target Communication Wired Hub .......................................................... 34
Appendix F – Programmer’s Reference.......................................................................................................................35
Appendix G – Troubleshooting Guide......................................................................................................................... 39
Appendix H – Care and Cleaning of Target Optics..................................................................................................... 42
Appendix I –A-910-2.4ZB Radio Utility..................................................................................................................... 43
Pre-installing the Common USB Port Driver (A-910-2.4ZB) .................................................................................43
Installing the Driver....................................................................................................................................... 43
Installing the A-910 Utility Software ............................................................................................................ 43
Configuring the Hardware and Utility Settings .............................................................................................44
Manually Selecting the COM Port ................................................................................................................ 45
Appendix J –Installing the A-1519 Light Shield ......................................................................................................... 46

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A-1519-2.4ZB/A-1520-2.4ZB Wireless Targets - Overview
The A-1519-2.4ZB/1520-2.4ZB Wireless Targets incorporate new features and provide greater
capabilities than previous wireless targets offered by Hamar Laser. New features include:
•Built-in radio transceiver, available in either 900 MHz or 2.4GHz ISM band
•Internal Li-Polymer rechargeable battery with twice the capacity of previously offered targets
•Rechargeable through a plug-in power supply or an optional charging station/cradle
•Field-Programmability: System ID and Target Network ID programmable via rotary DIP switches.
Firmware Updates, Calibration and Other Parameters configurable through the USB Port, using the
A-1519/1520 Configuration Utility.
•Three data communication modes: Wireless (Radio), RS-485 and USB
•Auxiliary Port for future expansion, such as a numerical display or external temperature sensor
Improved Background light noise suppression
•Internal dampening by averaging of 2 to 64 laser position scans
Identifying Target Features
(1) Right Side
Auxiliary Ports
(2) Front View
(3) Left Side
ID Switches
(4) Rear View
1-1 Auxiliary Port.
Expansion Port.
1-2 USB Port. Used to
update target firmware,
upload calibration data,
configure operating
parameters and run
diagnostics. Can also
be used as a Data I/O
port, compatible with
standard applications.
2-1 Target Status LEDs.
Steady when the laser
scanner is detected and
all conditions are
normal. Blinks at
different rates when an
abnormal condition is
detected.
2-2 Battery Charging
Indicator.
2-3 Low Battery
Indicator.
2-4 Position Sensor
Aperture Window.
2-5 Optional Light
Shield Mounting Holes
(4x).
3-1 System ID rotary
switch used to set the
System ID Group
Number 0-9.
3-2 Target Network ID.
Used to set the Target
Network ID from 01 to
99.
4-1 Radio regulatory
information.
4-2 RS-488 and plug-in
power supply connector.
4-3 Serial Number
Label.
Figure 1–Target Features Chart

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Managing the A-1519/A-1520 Battery Capacity
The Radio Transceiver Module built into the targets draws a significant amount of power from the
internal battery, particularly when it is transmitting data. To conserve the battery, it is important that the
Data Polling Rate (the number of data requests per second) is as infrequent as possible.
The following plot shows the battery discharge rate of an A-1519-900 Target (A-1519 with 900 MHz
radio transceiver). With a Data Polling Rate of two samples per second, the target can be used for at least
10 hours. Increasing the Data Polling Rate to the fastest rate of three samples per second reduces battery
life by approximately 10 percent.
Note: The shelf life of lithium polymer batteries is 2-3 years under optimal conditions. Expect the battery
capacity to drop to 80 percent after 500 charge/discharge cycles. To extend battery life, keep it away
from heat (for example, inside a closed vehicle in full sun) and for best results,
charge the battery to 100 percent of capacity and then allow it to discharge to 20
percent of capacity before recharging. Hamar Laser recommends replacing the
internal battery every 10-12 months if the target is used daily for at least eight
hours.
Resetting the Target
A target may be reset if it “freezes up” (LEDs don’t blink and the target does not
shut down even when the laser is not powered on) by inserting the tip of a bent
paper clip into the small hole shown in Figure 2.
Figure 2 – Reset hole for target

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Connecting and Configuring the A-910 Radio Transceiver/R-1307 Readout
The Model R-1307 Readout
The Model R-1307 Readouts support both wireless, such as the A-
1519, or cabled (local) targets. The wide choice of configurations (R-
1307C, R-1307-900/2.4, R-1307-2.4ZB, R-1307W-900/2.4 and R-
1307W-2.4ZB) is designed to suit a user’s specific needs, with the R-
1307-2.4ZB and the R-1307W-2.4 ZB models featuring ZigBee® radio
technology.
The readout is available with a radio frequency of either 900 MHz or
2.4 GHz and can be used as the primary readout or as an additional
readout to copy position data captured by another R-1307.
R-1307 Control Panel
Figure 4 shows the features of the R-1307 Control Panel.
Figure 4 -- R-1307 Readout Control Panel Features
Figure 3 – R-1307 Readout

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The A-910 Radio Transceiver/Hub
Front Panel Features
1. Power ON indicator and Low Battery
indicator
2. Internal backup battery charging
indicator and USB LINK
ESTABLISHED indicator
3. TX indicator: blinks when device is
transmitting data to the target(s)
4. RX indicator: blinks when the device is
receiving data from targets or other
transceivers.
5. System ID setting switch: set to the same
number as the R-1307’s CH (Channel)
number.
Rear Panel Features
1. Not used
2. USB/Data I/O Port
3. Power Switch
4. External power supply: required only for
computers that cannot provide adequate
power (5V, 400 mA) through the USB
port.
Note: When using the USB Extender™
cable extension kit, plug the A-910-2.4
into an A/C power supply.
5. Antenna
See Appendix C on Page 30 for radio specification details.
MODEL NUMBER PRIMARY FREQUENCY
A-910-900 900 MHz
A-910-2.4 2.4 GHz
Setting up the A-910 Transceiver
Note: Do not plug the A-910 USB cable into your computer until Step 3. Doing so may cause computer
lockup.
1. Using the CD provided, install the USB Common Driver.
2. Using a small screwdriver, change the System ID on the front panel of the A-910 to 1.
3. Connect the USB cable to the back of the A-910 and to the USB port of your desktop or laptop
computer.
Figure 5 – The A-910 Radio Transceiver/Hub FRONT PANEL
Figure 6 – The A-910 Radio Transceiver/Hub REAR PANEL

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The A-910-2.4ZB and Utility Software
The A-910-2.4 ZB operates with the R-1307-2.4ZB
models and plugs directly into any unused computer
USB port to communicate directly with the targets.
Utility software is provided for driver installation,
setup and configuration. For detailed information, see
Appendix I beginning on Page 43.

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Configuring the R-1307 for a Local Target
Note: Shut off power to the readout before connecting or disconnecting a target from the local port.
1. Connect the cabled target to the local port of the readout
2. Press and hold the MENU button for approximately 2 seconds to enter configuration mode.
3. Set the Measurement Units
Press the MENU button until the upper display shows  . Use the UP and DOWN arrow keys
to select either  for inches or  for millimeters.
4. Set the Dampening Level
Press the MENU button until the upper display shows . Use the UP and DOWN arrow keys to
set the number of averages. Adjust this value as required to suit the application. The default for this
application should be changed to at least 8. For long distance shots, use 16 or 32.
5. Set the Readout Function to Local Target
Press the MENU button until the upper display shows . Use the UP and DOWN arrow keys
to select  .
6. Select the PSD descriptor applicable to your target
Press the MENU button until the upper display shows , where  designates the target
number. Each R-1307 has three target descriptors:
TGT=0 (for HLI use only. Do not use )
TGT = nn, P.10.10 (pulsed beam mode)
TGT = nn, F.10.10 (fixed beam mode)
nn= R-1037 Readout number and Matching Target number
Press the UP or DOWN arrow to select the correct target number and to change the second window.
For example,  .. or  .. for R-1307 #2
WARNING: Targets are matched to specific R-1307 Readouts. For example, Target #1 must be
connected to Readout #1 or the calibration is void.
7. To exit configuration mode, press and hold the MENU button for approximately three seconds
until the display returns to normal mode.
The R-1307 will also return to normal mode automatically after approximately four seconds of
inactivity.

7
Setting the Target Network ID and System ID for the R-1307 Readout
To make the unit visible to all other radio-
enabled devices, you must set the Target
Network ID and the System ID for the readout.
1. Set the Local Readout/Target Network
ID
Press the MENU button until the upper
display shows    (nn is also equal
to the R-1037 number) and the matching
Target number with the current Target ID
() blinking. Use the UP and DOWN
arrow keys to set the Target ID.
Press the MENU button again until the
lower display shows    with the
current Target ID () blinking. Use the
UP and DOWN arrow keys to set the
Target ID to the same value as that of the
upper display’s Target ID.
2. Set the System ID (Radio Channel)
Press the MENU button until the upper
display shows   , with the current
System ID () blinking. Use the UP and
DOWN arrow keys to set the System ID.
Note that nn must be set to the same
number as the channel switch setting of the
A-910 radio transceiver (see Figure 5 , #5).
Miscellaneous Display Messages

 Startup Message. Lower Display shows firmware Revision Number.
. . . 3 moving dots. Wireless target is not responding to a polling request from Readout.
Check ID and Channel settings. Check Target(s).
   3 dashes. Target detected but the laser is not on target. Check laser.

 Radio channel cannot be selected because no Radio is present or detected.
Standard message for R-1307C. For Models R-1307 or R-1307W, this message indicates
a fault in the radio module.

 Indicates a problem with the connection to the Local Target’s Position Sensing Device
(PSD). Check plugs and cable(s).

 Target ‘’ descriptor does not contain target calibration data.
Figure 7 -- R-1307 with Local Target and A-910 Radio Transceiver