MOBA LASERGUIDE MINI User manual

USER MANUAL
LASERGUIDE MINI
○ R.45.TC.PRO
R.45.TC○

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STATEMENT OF LIMITED WARRANTY
MOBA Mobile Automation Australia Pty Ltd (MOBA Australia) warrants all equipment it
manufactures and sells to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period
specified below. This warranty period is from the date of sales invoice. All other components
not manufactured by MOBA Australia and not specified below, such as hydraulic or electrical
components, hoses, fittings and clamps, will carry the original manufacturer's warranty. The
warranty covers only equipment sold by MOBA Australia and it's authorised dealers and does
not cover parallel imports, which are also known as grey or direct imports. Proof of purchase
will be required before claiming warranty.
Warranty period:
The foregoing states the entire liability of MOBA Australia regarding the purchase and use of
its equipment. MOBA Australia will not be held responsible for any consequential loss or
damage of any kind.
MOBA Australia or its authorised service centre will repair or replace, at its option, any
defective part or component of which notice has been given during the warranty period. If
service in the field is necessary to repair machine-mounted equipment under warranty, MOBA
Australia may authorize on-site repairs at no charge for parts and labour. Travel time,
accommodation and other expenses incurred to and from the place where repairs are made
will be charged to the purchaser at the prevailing rates. If warranty service can be done at a
factory authorised service centre, the customer will pay only one-way freight charges.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, except as set forth above,
including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose which are
hereby disclaimed.
The warranty does not cover normal wear and tear or deterioration. Any evidence of
negligence or abnormal use, accident, improper installation or an attempt to repair equipment
by anyone other than factory authorised personnel even when using MOBA Australia's certified
or recommended parts, automatically voids the warranty.
The warranty shall only be in force for the benefit of the Purchaser, not any third parties,
including without limitation the Purchaser's customers, unless warranty transfer has been
approved by MOBA Australia in writing
Warranty
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Products
Laser receiving systems and components, visual guidance
Warranty (months)
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operator.
on the machine.
not running. When working on or near hydraulic lines, protect yourself at all
Warning:
prevent the Laserguide from vibrating excessively or from breaking at the
All mounting bracket welds must be strong and secure enough so as to
operation. It is best to remove any electronic gear near a welding job.
your machine, including safety information, before installing or using your
times and wear protective clothing.
1 Read and become familiar with the manufacturer's operating manual for
adjust the unit while your machine is running.
SAFETY INFORMATION
caution when on a construction site.
3 The Laserguide is externally mounted on your machine. Do not install or
4 Do not let any part of the unit protrude into traffic or limit the visibility of the
2 A construction site can be hazardous and working around heavy
Laserguide receiver.
construction equipment can be dangerous. Always exercise extreme
Please become familiar with the important safety information in this section. Improper use or
installation of the MOBA Laserguide may result in personal injury or damage to the receiver
unit.
5 Always use eye protection when welding, cutting or grinding is being done
6 Hydraulic lines can be under extreme pressure, even when the machine is
Do not weld near any hydraulic line or on any equipment while it is in
Caution:
weld while the machine is operating
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Table of Contents
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2.1 Powering Up ......................................................................................................................8
2.6 LED Brightness ................................................................................................................13
3.1 Communicating with the MCE.R45APP ...........................................................................14
3.3 Configuring BT on DB.UNI.PRO ......................................................................................16
5. Using the DB.UNI.PRO and ANDROID APP-Optional (R.45.TC.PRO only)............................20
2.3 Compensation Range ......................................................................................................12
2.2.2 Setting Up With Tilt Compensation Off ....................................................................11
2.2 Mounting And Setting Up ....................................................................................................8
2.5 Buzzer .............................................................................................................................12
4. CAN Connectivity Setup - Optional (R.45.TC.PRO only) ........................................................17
2. Using the Laserguide ...............................................................................................................8
3. BT Connectivity Setup - Optional (R.45.TC.PRO only) ...........................................................14
1. Features of the Laserguide ......................................................................................................6
2.2.1 Setting Up With Tilt Compensation On ...................................................................10
2.4 Accuracy (Centre Band) ...................................................................................................12
2.7 Low Battery Warning ........................................................................................................13
3.2 Communicating with the DB.UNI.PRO .............................................................................15
4.1 Connecting to the DB.UNI.PRO display panel ..................................................................17
4.2 Connecting to the MOBA XSITE 2D excavator range .......................................................18
6. Technical Specifications ........................................................................................................22
7. Declaration of Conformity ......................................................................................................23
5.2 ANDROID APP ................................................................................................................21
5.1 DB.UNI.PRO ...................................................................................................................20
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CONTENTS

1. FEATURES OF THE LASERGUIDE
1. Magnetic Bracket
2. Receiving Area
3. Top LED Cluster (RED)
4. Centre LED Cluster (GREEN)
5. Power On LED
6. Mounting Reference Mark
7. Bottom LED Cluster (ORANGE)
8. Accuracy Switch (Centre Band)
9. Reference Dial
10. On/Off Switch
11. Battery Compartment (Holding Handle)
12. Battery Cap
13. Magnetic Bracket Protective Plate
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1
3
9
8
10
4
6
13
7
5
11
12
Features
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Figure 1
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R.45.TC
0.25
0.5
2.5 [m]
2.0
1.5
1.0
OFF

1. Magnetic Bracket
2. Receiving Area
3. Top LED Cluster (RED)
4. Centre LED Cluster (GREEN)
5. Power On LED
6. Mounting Reference Mark
7. Bottom LED Cluster (ORANGE)
8. Accuracy Switch (Centre Band)
9. Reference Dial
10. On/Off Switch
11. CAN Connectors
12. Battery Cap
13. Dismounting Lever
14. Magnetic Bracket Protective Plate
2
5
6
11
13
12
1
3
4
7
9
8
10
Features
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R.45.TC.PRO
Figure 2
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0.25
0.5
2.5 [m]
2.0
1.5
1.0
OFF
0.25
0.5
2.5 [m]
2.0
1.5
1.0
OFF
MT.
REF
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Press the On/Off switch (10) for 2 seconds to turn the unit on/off. The small red power-on
LED (5) indicates the mode of operation as determined by the Reference Dial (9) position:
2.1 Powering Up
LED flashing – Tilt compensation feature is on. The unit automatically accounts for the
dipper arm tilt to indicate correct digging depth. Reference Dial (9) not in Off position.
LED solid – Tilt compensation feature is off. The unit does not account for the dipper arm
tilt when indicating correct digging depth. This mode is less accurate. Reference Dial (9) in
Off position.
On power up, the sensor will do an LED test sequence, activating in turn the red, green
and amber LEDs. It will then show the current accuracy selection by briefly flashing the
appropriate LED pattern (see section 2.4).
2.2 Mounting and Setting Up
2. USING THE LASERGUIDE
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Using the Laserguide
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IN-TRENCH SETUP
Figure 3

Using the Laserguide
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compensation).
R.45.TC/R.45.TC.PRO magnetic bracket (relevant only when using tilt
With regard to Figures 3 & 4 refer to section 2.2.1 if intending to use the tilt
compensation feature or to section 2.2.2 if intending NOT to use the tilt compensation
feature.
Setup Length - Distance from bucket pivot pin to 'MT REF' line mark on the side of the
B - Bucket height from bucket pivot pin to ground when the bucket is level
L - Height of the laser instrument referenced to the bottom of the trench.
C - Desired depth of cut or excavation referenced to the benchmark.
HI - Height of the laser instrument referenced to the benchmark.
OUT-TRENCH SETUP
Figure 4

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L = HI + C
2. Set up the laser instrument on a steady tripod.
2.2.1 Setting Up With Tilt Compensation On
4. Determine the Setup Length by measuring the distance between the bucket pivot pin
and the ‘MT REF’ line on the magnetic bracket. This is the same as the mounting
distance L minus the bucket height B:
The Setup Length should lie within the R.45.TC/R.45.TC.PRO’s working range of 0.25-
2.5m. If it is outside of this range, lower or raise the height of the laser instrument (HI)
and readjust the R.45.TC/R.45.TC.PRO mounting position to bring it within range.
5. Turn the Reference Dial (9) to the measured Setup Length value or to the closest
available value.
3. Mount the R.45.TC /R.45.TC.PRO on the dipper arm such that the ‘MT REF’
(Mounting Reference) line mark on the side of the magnetic bracket is at a distance L
from the ground. Distance L equals the height of the laser instrument (HI) plus the
desired depth of excavation (C), both with respect to the benchmark:
6. 'Zero' the setup position by pressing and holding together the Accuracy (8) and
On/Off (10) switches. A successful 'zeroing' is acknowledged by a brief flashing of the
green LED cluster and sounding of the buzzer. An unsuccessful attempt is indicated by
a brief flashing together of the red and amber LED clusters. A failed attempt can be
caused if the R.45.TC/R.45.TC.PRO is angled too far from the vertical or if the
Reference Dial (9) is in the off position.
The long side of the R.45.TC /R.45.TC.PRO body should be parallel with the dipper arm
and in line with the top and bucket pivot pins of the dipper arm. The switchpad should
be orientated to the bottom.
1. Ensure the dipper arm is vertical and the bucket is level.
Setup Length = L - B
For best accuracy, the Setup Length should coincide with one of the selectable values
on the dial, that is, 0.25m, 0.5m, 0.75m, 1m, 1.25m, 1.5m, 1.75m, 2m, 2.25m or 2.5m.
For most applications, a Setup Length as close as possible to one of these values is
adequate.
= HI + C - B

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IMPORTANT NOTE: Whenever the Reference Dial (9) value is changed to indicate
a new Setup Length, 'zeroing' is required for the new value to take effect. Without
'zeroing', the previously 'zeroed' Setup Length remains in effect even though the
dial may be turned to the new value.
The unit is now ready for use. With laser being received, the green LED cluster will
indicate the correct digging depth for any dipper arm angle within the unit’s
compensation range (see section 2.3). Note that as the dipper arm swings, correct
digging depth is achieved when the bucket orientation is in the level position.
1. Ensure the dipper arm is vertical and the bucket is level.
L = HI + C
4. Mount the R.45.TC/R.45.TC.PRO sensor on the dipper arm such that the centre
green LED cluster is at a distance L from the ground. Distance L equals the height of
the laser instrument (HI) plus the desired depth of excavation (C), both with respect to
the benchmark:
2. Set up the laser instrument on a steady tripod.
2.2.2 Setting up With Tilt Compensation Off
3. Ensure the Reference Dial (9) is in the Off position.
The long side of the R.45.TC/R.45.TC.PRO body should be parallel with the dipper arm
and the switchpad oriented to the bottom. After mounting, there is no need to measure
the Setup Length or ‘ZERO’ the setup.

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+/-31 degrees of tilt @ 0.5m Setup Length.
+/-14 degrees of tilt @ 2.5m Setup Length.
When using with tilt compensation, the R.45.TC/R.45.TC.PRO compensates for up to:
2.3 Compensation Range
+/-26 degrees of tilt @ 0.75m Setup Length.
+/-19 degrees of tilt @ 1.5m Setup Length.
+/-17 degrees of tilt @ 1.75m Setup Length.
+/-16 degrees of tilt @ 2.0m Setup Length.
+/-15 degrees of tilt @ 2.25m Setup Length.
+/-42 degrees of tilt @ 0.25m Setup Length.
+/-23 degrees of tilt @ 1.0m Setup Length.
+/-20 degrees of tilt @ 1..25m Setup Length.
If the dipper arm is tilted more than the compensation range whilst the
R.45.TC/R.45.TC.PRO is receiving a laser beam, the indication LEDs and buzzer will
flash/buzz at a slower frequency to alert the user.
2.4 Accuracy (Centre Band)
The R.45.TC/R.45.TC.PRO has three different accuracy or centre band settings - Fine,
Normal and Wide. Each setting is indicated by briefly flashing a different LED cluster
pattern as shown in the table below. The current selection is shown on power up at the
end of the power up sequence or when changing the centre band.
To change the centre band, press and hold the Accuracy Switch (8) until the new
setting’s LED cluster pattern lights up. Repeat multiple times as needed to step through
Fine→Normal→Wide and back again.
Fine
Wide
Normal
+/- 4mm
+/- 12mm
+/- 8mm
Green
Red, Orange & Green
Red & Orange
SETTING ACCURACYLED Cluster Pattern
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When the LED cluster pattern of the new accuracy setting lights up, keep holding the
Accuracy switch (8) and press and release the On/Off switch (10). With each press and
release of the On/Off switch (10) while the Accuracy switch (8) is held, the brightness
level will change to the next setting. Three different brightness settings are available.
Note that after changing the brightness level in this manner, the accuracy setting will
also have changed - revert back to the desired accuracy using the Accuracy switch (8).
If low battery is detected, the power-on LED will flash at a fast rate (not to be confused
with the slower flashing rate indicating compensation mode is switched on). If a laser
beam is on the receiving area at the time of low battery, the flashing frequency of the
indication LEDs will slow and the buzzer will turn off to preserve power.
2.6 LED Brightness
To increase or decrease the brightness of the LEDs, press and hold the Accuracy switch
(8) in the same manner as when changing the accuracy setting.
To turn the buzzer on or off, press and hold the On/Off switch (10) until a single or
double beep is heard - single beep indicates buzzer on, double beep indicates buzzer
off.
2.5 Buzzer
2.7 Low Battery Warning
Using the Laser Guide
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3. BT CONNECTIVITY SETUP - OPTIONAL
(R.45.TC.PRO ONLY)
The R.45.TC.PRO can communicate via BT with either the MOBA DB.UNI.PRO display panel
or with an Android based Smartphone via the MCE.R45APP application.
3.1 Communicating with the MCE.R45APP
devices. The name R45PRO will appear in the found devices list. Select pair with this
to indicate the APP is connected. If the words “NOT CONNECTED” appear repeat the
moba-automation.com.au/downloads or by contacting MOBA Australia. Please note the
2. Ensure the R.45.TC.PRO is in close proximity to the Android device.
4. Go into the Android device’s BT setup, switch on the BT setting and select scan for
5. Open the MCE.R45APP application. At the bottom right hand side “R45PRO” will appear
sounding of 2 long beeps. This will put the R.45.TC.PRO in pairing mode.
1. Download the MCE.R45APP to the Android device from the MOBA downloads page at
MCE.R45APP is designed only for Android devices.
3. Press and hold the On/Off switch (10) on the R.45.TC.PRO for 20 seconds until the
device and enter 1234 when prompted for a password.
above steps.
Figure 5
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> 0-5 mm
R45PRO
ANDROID DEVICE
WITH MCE.R45APP
R.45.TC.PRO

Figure 6
Once the App is connected it will start to mirror the receiver’s height information. If this
does not happen, close the MCE.R45APP and re-open it. If setup fails, switch off the
R.45.TC.PRO, shut down the app and unpair the Android device from the R.45.TC.PRO.
Then repeat steps 2 - 5.
3.2 Communicating with the DB.UNI.PRO
The DB.UNI.PRO will automatically pair with the R.45.TC.PRO and start to mirror its LED
clusters. If the two do not establish communication, switch both off and on again. See
section 3.3 if this does not work.
2. Switch on both the R.45.TC.PRO and DB.UNI.PRO display panel.
1. Ensure the R.45.TC.PRO and DB.UNI.PRO are in close proximity with each other.
BT Connectivity
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DB.UNI.PRO R.45.TC.PRO
FINE
WIDE
MED
Bandwidth
Brightness
Power
ON

beep sounds.
3. Press and hold the On/Off button on the DB.UNI.PRO for 10 seconds until a second
If the setup fails at any stage an X will flash on the DB.UNI.PRO. Repeat the above steps.
If setup fails again, switch off the DB.UNI.PRO and then press and hold the On/Off button
(10) on the R.45.TC.PRO for 20 secs until 2 long beeps sound. Repeat step 3.
Note: These settings will be saved and not required to be repeated once successfully
setup.
1. Ensure the DB.UNI.PRO and R.45.TC.PRO are in close proximity to each other.
The DB.UNI.PRO is normally paired with the R.45.TC.PRO from factory. However in cases
where the two are bought separately or if the two are not communicating, the DB.UNI.PRO
may need to be configured using the following steps.
2. Switch on the R.45.TC.PRO, switch off the DB.UNI.PRO.
3.3 Configuring BT on DB.UNI.PRO
A progressive LED arrow bar indication will begin to flash to indicate the DB.UNI.PRO is in
BT configure mode. After a short period, two LED straight bars will appear and flash in
alternate sequence to show the BT is being setup and that the instrument is in search
mode. Finally two LED straight bars will flash together on the DB.UNI.PRO to show the BT
is setup and an active device has been found and is in progress of pairing. After a short
period, the DB.UNI.PRO will start to communicate with the R.45.TC.PRO.
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4. CAN CONNECTIVITY SETUP - OPTIONAL
(R.45.TC.PRO ONLY)
The R.45.TC.PRO has a CAN interface, meaning it is able to connect with a cable to external
MOBA apparatus via the industry standard “CAN Bus” communication system. It can connect
to either the DB.UNI.PRO display panel or to the XSite excavator system.
4.1 Connecting to the DB.UNI.PRO Display Panel
Power Cables
A.RS.103, 7.5m
A.RS.104, 5m, Free Wires
A.RS.102, 5m
1. Using the supplied CAN cable, connect between the male connector of the DB.UNI.PRO
A.RS.105, 5m, Cigarette Lighter
CAN Cables (DB.UNI.PRO to R.45.TC.PRO)
and the female connector of the R.45.TC.PRO.
Once the units are powered on, the DB.UNI.PRO will automatically start displaying the
receiver’s height information.
2. Using the supplied power cable, connect the ‘12-24V DC’ female connector of the
DB.UNI.PRO to an external 12-24V DC power supply, such as a car or excavator
Cable Options:
3. Press the On/Off button on the DB.UNI.PRO to switch both units on.
battery.
CAN Connectivity
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2. Mount the R.45.TC.PRO on the stick between stick and bucket G2 sensors
3. Connect the R.45.TC.PRO to the stick and bucket G2 sensors using the supplied CAN
Range
1. Disconnect the CAN cable between the stick and bucket G2 sensors, on the excavator.
4.2 Connecting to the MOBA XSITE 2D Excavator
(see Figure 8).
4. Follow the normal calibration procedure in the MOBA XSite manual.
cables.
Please contact MOBA Australia for more detailed mounting instructions.
R.45.TC.PRO
G2 Stick
Sensor
G2 Bucket
Sensor
Figure 7
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Refer to the MOBA XSITE manual on how to use the system as a whole.
If the Laser receiver is not mounted on the line between the bucket pin and the stick pin, Z
offset has to be measured from the pin line to the centre line of the laser receiver. Value is
positive, if the laser receiver is above the boom line.
X offset is measured from the centre line of the laser receiver to the centre line of the stick. X
offset can be calculated by measuring the thickness of the stick, dividing the measure by two
and adding 100mm to the value. Value is negative, because the laser receiver is mounted on
the left side of the stick (Figure 9).
Notes:
Y offset is measured from the stick/boom pin to the top of the laser receiver. Add 95mm to the
value (Figure 9).
Figure 8
CAN Connectivity
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5. USING THE DB.UNI.PRO AND ANDROID APP - OPTIONAL
(R.45.TC.PRO ONLY)
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The receiver’s centreband can be changed via the Centre Band Select button on the
DB.UNI.PRO. The current centreband selection is shown via the lit LED next to one of
‘FINE’, ‘NORMAL’, or ‘WIDE’.
The DB.UNI.PRO’s LED brightness level can be changed via the Brightness Select button.
One of five brightness levels can be selected.
5.1 DB.UNI.PRO
DB.UNI.PRO
Centre Band Select
(Accuracy)
Current Centre Band
Selection
BT Antenna
(not required if using CAN cable)
DB.UNI.PRO
Brightness Select
LED display mirroring
R.45.TC.PRO LED clusters
Power
Connector
CAN connector
(not used if using BT)
Switches off DB.UNI.PRO
when operating via BT.
Switches off both DB.UNI.PRO
and R.45.TC.PRO when
operating via CAN.
Figure 9
FINE
WIDE
MED
Bandwidth
Brightness
Power
ON