Norac UC5 Topcon X30 User manual

UC5 Height Sensor, Roll Sensor and
Linear Sensor Testing

Printed in Canada
Copyright 2011 NORAC Systems International Inc.
Reorder P/N: 54645-MAN Revision C
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without notice and without the requirement to update products sold previously. Every effort has
been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this manual. The technical
information in this manual was reviewed at the time of approval for publication.

Contents
1Introduction.........................................................................................1
254645 – UC5 Resource Upgrade Kit .................................................2
354646 – UC5 Resource Kit .................................................................4
4Calibration Stand Assembly and Alignment....................................6
5Height Sensors ....................................................................................9
6Roll Sensors .......................................................................................16
7Linear Sensors...................................................................................19
8Frequently Asked Questions ...........................................................21
9Height Sensor Log Sheet .................................................................22
10Roll Sensor Log Sheet ......................................................................25
11Linear Sensor Log Sheet..................................................................26
12Appendix A – Adjusting 44730 Calibration Stand.........................27

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1Introduction
This manual serves as an instruction manual for testing UC5 height sensors, roll
sensors and linear sensors. This procedure is useful in determining if a product
needs to be returned to NORAC for repairs or if it is possible to continue
using it. This procedure also provides a method for performing some basic
calibration of the UC5 height sensor to improve its performance.
Phone: [phone] Canada (Toll Free)
1-866-306-6722 United States (Toll Free)
(+33) (0)4 26 47 04 42 Europe
1-306-664-6711 all other regions
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: www.norac.ca

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254645 – UC5 Resource Upgrade Kit
2.1 Parts List
Table 1: Items included in the UC5 Resource Kit Upgrade
Item Part Number Name Quantity
C01 44644-08 CABLE BUSMONITOR (DT FEMALE TO AMP MALE) 1
E01 54731 UC5 TOOLSUITE CD 1
E03 43764T UC5 NETWORK COUPLER 2-WAY WITH TERMINATOR REV-A 1
M01 54645-MAN MANUAL UC5 SENSOR TESTING 1
NOTE: This kit must be used in conjunction with the UC4 Resource
Kit (NORAC Part Number 44645).
Table 2: Items included in the UC4 Resource Kit and Available for Re-order from
NORAC
Item Part Number Name Quantity
*M05 106127 ADH RTV 162 WHITE SILICONE - 85mL TUBE 1
M06 44645-02 TRANSDUCER SERVICE KIT 1
M07 44645-03 O-RING SERVICE KIT 2
M08 44645-04 FOAM DISC SERVICE KIT 1
** Item M05 is available for re-order from NORAC, as well as from the
manufacturer:
Item # Description
Manu
f
acturer
Part #
M05 ADH RTV 162 WHITE
SILICONE - 85mL TUBE
MG Chemicals
/Momentive
RTV162-
85mL
2.2 PC Requirements
1. Operating System: Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7.
2. Microsoft .NET Framework: Version 4.0 or higher.
2.3 Software Installation
1. Insert the included UC5 Toolsuite CD into the disk drive.
2. Double-click the UC5 Toolsuite .exe file and follow the prompts to install.
3. A shortcut to the program is placed in the Start Menu.

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2.4 Cable Connections
1. Connect the USB-to-Serial Adapter to the computer.
2. Connect the Bus Monitor’s connector labeled “To CANbus” to the Stand-
Alone Power Cable connector labeled “To Bus Monitor”.
3. Connect the Stand-Alone Power Cable to a 12VDC power supply. The
red banana plug must be connected to the positive terminal and the black
banana plug to the ground.
4. Switch the power supply on, check that the LED on the Bus Monitor is
illuminated and switch off power supply.
5. Connect the 4-pin AMP receptacle (R4) on 44644-08 (C01) to the AMP
connector on the Bus Monitor labeled “To CANbus”.
6. Connect the 2-way terminator (43764T [E03]) to the 6-pin Deutsch plug
on 44644-08 (C01).
Figure 1: NORAC Bus Monitor Connections
Figure 2: 44644-08
Power
Suppl
y
Connect to C01
Serial
–
USB
Adapter
CANbus
Connector
Bus
Monitor
Stand Alone
Power Cable

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354646 – UC5 Resource Kit
3.1 Parts List
Table 3: Items included in the UC5 Resource Kit
Item Part Number Name Quantity
B01 44968 ULTRASONIC SENSOR CALIBRATION FIXTURE TYPE2 1
C01 44644-11 CABLE BUS MONITOR PEAK PCAN TEE (MALE & FEMALE DT) 1
C02 43250-12 CABLE UC5 BATTERY PIGTAIL (ECU AND SIGNAL POWER) 1
E01 106359 CAN BUS MONITOR (PEAK PCAN-USB) 1
E02 54731 UC5 TOOLSUITE CD 1
E03 43764T UC5 NETWORK COUPLER 2-WAY WITH TERMINATOR 1
M01 54645-MAN MANUAL UC5 RESOURCE KIT 1
**M05 106127 ADH RTV 162 WHITE SILICONE - 85mL TUBE 1
*M06 44645-02 TRANSDUCER SERVICE KIT 1
*M07 44645-03 O-RING SERVICE KIT 2
*M08 44645-04 FOAM DISC SERVICE KIT 1
* Items M06, M07 and M08 are available for re-order from NORAC.
** Item M05 is available for re-order from NORAC, as well as from the
manufacturer:
Item # Description
Manufacturer
Part #
M05 ADH RTV 162 WHITE
SILICONE - 85mL TUBE
MG Chemicals
/Momentive
RTV162-
85mL
3.2 PC Requirements
1. Operating System: Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7.
2. Microsoft .NET Framework: Version 4.0 or higher.
3.3 Software Installation
1. Insert the PEAK System CD into the disk drive. After selecting a language,
select the Drivers button. Select the PCAN-USB driver and click Install
Now. Follow the prompts to install.
2. Insert the included UC5 Toolsuite CD into the disk drive. Double-click
the UC5 Toolsuite .exe file and follow the prompts to install.
3. A shortcut to the program is placed in the Start Menu.

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3.4 Cable Connections
1. Connect 44644-11 (C01) to the bus monitor. Connect 43250-12 (C02) to
the 6-pin receptacle on 44644-11. Connect the 2-way terminator (43764T
[E03]) to the 6-pin plug on 44644-11.
2. Connect the pigtail end of 43250-12 to a 12 VDC (2A or greater) power
supply. Ensure the in-line fuse is connected to the positive terminal and
the black wire is connected to the negative terminal.
3. Connect the bus monitor to the computer’s USB port.
Figure 3: PEAK Bus Monitor Connections
To Power
Suppl
y
PEAK
CANbus
Monitor
44644-11
(C01)
43250-12
(C02)
43764T
(E03)

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4Calibration Stand Assembly and Alignment
1. Assemble the two parts of the test stand as shown in Figure 4. Insert the
sheet metal insert into the rectangular hole. Install the spring, flat washer
and wing nut onto the stud. Tighten wing nut until the spring is
approximately half compressed.
Figure 4: Test Stand Assembly
457 mm
(18”)

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2. Insert the alignment tool (44968-2) into the test stand. (Figure 5)
3. Adjust the threaded mount (A) of the golf ball target so the surface of the
ball will touch the tip of the alignment tool (it may be necessary to align
the calibration stand first (Step 4) before this is possible.
4. Using the adjustment screws (B and C), align the tip of the alignment tool
to the center of the golf ball.
To move the tip of the rod upwards, turn both adjustment screws in an
equal amount.
To move the tip of the rod downwards, turn both adjustment screws
out an equal amount.
To move the tip of the rod side to side, turn one screw in and one
screw out an equal amount.
5. Rotate the alignment tool 180 degrees and repeat the alignment process
(Step 4). If after rotating the alignment tool the tip of the rod is not
centered on the ball target, split the difference of the two calibrations.
6. It may be necessary to adjust the threaded mount of the ball target (A)
after Step 5.
Figure 5: Test Stand Alignment

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7. If the test stand is ever disassembled, it must be realigned when
reassembled. Use the alignment tool to check the alignment of the test
stand before each use.
8. Inspect the sensor for visible damage. Inspect the transducer by removing
the foam and looking through the screen. The underlying gold foil should
be clean and free from tears, chemical deposits or wrinkles. Ensure a
clean foam disc is in the sensor before testing.
NOTE: It is advised that a new foam disc is used for sensor testing.
9. Mount the sensor into the sensor test stand. Press the handle towards the
stand and insert the sensor with the transducer facing the golf ball as
shown in Figure 6.
Figure 6: Sensor Mounted in Test Stand

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5Height Sensors
5.1 Testing UC5 Height Sensors
1. Connect a sensor to the 2-way terminator, turn on the power supply and
allow the sensor to run for at least 5 minutes before attempting to test it.
2. Start the UC5 ToolSuite software. In the UC5 Toolsuite Initialization
screen (Figure 7), select the bus monitor being used in the Bus Monitor Port
drop-down list. USB to Serial Adapter is the NORAC bus monitor
(54645) and PCAN USB is the PEAK bus monitor (54646). Select the
units desired for the measurements. Click “OK”.
Figure 7: UC5 Toolsuite Initialization Screen
Figure 8: UC5 Toolsuite Screen with a Height Sensor Connected
3. Click the “Start” button to view and change the sensors settings. (Figure 8)
4. If the sensor is not communicating properly, the settings screen will not
appear after clicking “OK” in the Initialization screen. Ensure that the
power is turned on and the cabling is connected. If the settings screen is
still not shown, there is a problem with the sensor and it should be sent to
NORAC for repair.
5. Verify that the serial number displayed matches the serial number on the
sensor and take note of the sensor’s firmware and hardware versions.

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Figure 9: UC5 Height Sensor Settings
6. Use a thermometer to measure the current room temperature.
7. If the sensor’s temperature reading is not the same as the room
temperature, adjust the temperature using the “up” and “down” arrow
buttons in the Temperature field.
NOTE: The temperature should not be calibrated until the sensor
has been in the room for a minimum of 15 minutes.
Table 4: Temperature Adjustment Results
Test Result Action
Temperature is the
same as room
temperature.
Continue
w
ith testin
g
.
Temperature is different
than room temperature.
A
djust
t
he temperature setting.
If it will not adjust to be within the range, the
thermistor may be damaged and will need to be
replaced.
Temperature cannot be
adjusted to room
temperature.
The sensor’s thermistor is damaged.
The sensor should still function, but its accuracy
and reliability will decrease. The sensor should be
returned to NORAC for repair.
The temperature
measurement displays
zero.
If the temperature will not change, the
thermistor is most likely damaged and the sensor
should be returned to NORAC for repair.
8. Verify changes in measured distance by placing a hand in front of the golf
ball and moving it towards and away from the sensor.

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9. Use the “Automatic Calibration” button (“A”) to adjust the sensor’s
settings. Press and hold the “A” button until the readings stop changing.
10. The distance and signal strength can also be adjusted manually by using the
“up” and “down” arrow buttons in the Signal Strength and Distance fields.
11. The distance reading should be 457mm ±1mm [18” ±0.1”]. The signal
strength reading should be 160 (±10).
Table 5: Results When Adjusting the Signal Strength
Test Result Action
The signal strength is
160 (±10).
The sensor is OK to continue
using.
The signal strength
cannot be adjusted to
160 (±10).
Replace the transducer and retest the senso
r
.
Table 6: Results When Adjusting the Distance Measurement
Test Result Action
The distance
measurement is 457mm
±1mm [18” ±0.1”].
The transducer is performing correctly.
The distance
measurement is not
457mm ±1mm [18”
±0.1”].
If the distance cannot be adjusted to 457mm
±2mm [18” ±0.08”], try replacing the transducer
and retest the sensor.
No measurement is
displayed for the
distance measurement.
If no distance
measurement is displayed, try
replacing the transducer and retest the sensor.
12. Click the “End” button and disconnect the sensor.
NOTE: If testing multiple sensors, connect the next sensor to the
terminator. The software does not have to be reset between
sensors, but the “Start” button must be clicked for each new
sensor.
NOTE: If testing multiple sensors, it is recommended that each
sensor be powered and running for at least 5 minutes prior to
calibration.

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5.2 Replacing Transducers
1. Using a small flat screwdriver, remove the o-ring from around the sensor
transducer.
2. Peel the RTV silicone off the two tabs on the transducer. The spade
connectors on the wires should now slide off the tabs.
Figure 10: Transducer Connector Tabs
3. Attach the spade-end connectors of the wires to the new transducer as
shown in Figure 11.
The flat side of the spade connector should point towards the center of
the transducer.
The black/white striped wire connects to the center metal band
terminal.
The black wire connects to the outer case terminal (screen).
Figure 11: Transducer Wire Connection
4. Position the wires so they lie close to the transducer and have a right angle
bend as shown in Figure 12.
Flat side faces
to center of
transducer
Black/white wire
connected to
the center metal
band terminal
Remove the
silicone from
the two tabs

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Figure 12: Transducer Wire Positioning
5. Add two small beads of RTV silicon to fasten the spade connectors to the
transducer terminals.
CAUTION:
Do NOT allow the RTV to contact any part of the transducer,
except the wire connection tabs. This will affect the transducer
performance.
6. Lay the transducer wires in place so they sit in the two slots cut on the
bottom of the sensor housing (Figure 13).
7. Position the transducer so it sits flat in the sensor casing. The transducer
should not rock back and forth and should be flush with the top edge of
the cut-out once it is properly seated in the casing.
Figure 13: Slots for the Transducer Wires
NOTE: If the existing o-ring is made of black rubber, it is
recommended that it be replaced with an orange silicone o-
ring (See Section 2.1 or 3.1 for ordering information). Follow
the steps in Section 5.3 to replace the o-ring.
Slots for the
wires to lie in

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NOTE: Do NOT use any type of grease or lubricant on the o-ring.
8. Press the o-ring into place.
Insert the o-ring as evenly as possible.
The o-ring cannot have any bulges in it or have any spots that sit higher
than the rest of the o-ring.
Inspect the gold foil on the transducer to ensure there are no wrinkles.
9. The new transducer should now be operational and a recalibration can be
performed as outlined in Section 5.1.

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5.3 Replacing O-Rings
NORAC recommends that all black rubber o-rings be replaced with
an orange silicone o-ring even if the transducer is not being replaced.
See Section 2.1 or 3.1 for ordering information.
1. Using a small flat screwdriver, remove the o-ring from around the sensor
transducer.
2. Thoroughly cleanse the area where the o-ring is installed with Isopropyl
alcohol and allow to dry. If the transducer is not being replaced, also
thoroughly cleanse the outer rim of the transducer where it contacts the
o-ring.
3. Position the transducer so it sits flat in the sensor casing. The transducer
should not rock back and forth and should be flush with the top edge of
the cut-out once it is properly seated in the casing.
NOTE: Do NOT use any type of grease or lubricant on the o-ring.
4. Press the o-ring into place.
Insert the o-ring as evenly as possible.
The o-ring cannot have any bulges in it or have any spots that sit higher
than the rest of the o-ring.
Inspect the gold foil on the transducer to ensure there are no wrinkles.
5. A recalibration should now be performed as outlined in Section 5.1.

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6Roll Sensors
6.1 Testing UC5 Roll Sensors
1. Connect a roll sensor to the 2-way terminator and turn on the power
supply.
2. Start the UC5 ToolSuite software. In the UC5 Toolsuite Initialization
screen (Figure 14), select the bus monitor being used in the Bus Monitor
Port drop-down list. USB to Serial Adapter is the NORAC bus
monitor (54645) and PCAN USB is the PEAK bus monitor (54646).
Select the units desired for the measurements. Click “OK”.
Figure 14: UC5 Toolsuite Initialization Screen
Figure 15: UC5 Toolsuite Roll Sensor Screen
NOTE: The temperature field is only displayed for roll sensors with a
temperature probe (P/N: 43742).
3. If the roll sensor is not communicating properly, the settings screen will
not appear after clicking “OK” in the Initialization screen. Ensure that the
power is turned on and the cabling is connected. If the settings screen is
still not shown, there is a problem with the roll sensor.
4. Verify that the serial number displayed matches the serial number on the
sensor and take note of the sensor’s firmware and hardware versions.

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5. Place the roll sensor on a flat, level, stationary surface with the power
cable to the right. (Figure 16) The Filter 2 angle reading should be 2048
(±3).
6. If the Filter 2 angle reading is not 2048 (±3), ensure that the roll sensor is
completely flat on the level surface and click the “Zero” button.
NOTE: It is very important that the surface is level, flat and
stationary.
Figure 16: UC5 Roll Sensor with the Power Cable to the Right
7. The Filter 2 angle reading should now be 2048 (±3).
8. Test the roll sensor’s functionality by lifting each end and observing the
Filter 2 angle reading. When the power cable end is lifted (Figure 17), the
angle reading should increase. When the opposite end is lifted (Figure 18),
the angle reading should decrease.
Figure 17: Power Cable End Lifted
Figure 18: Opposite End Lifted
Table 7: Roll Sensor Testing Results
Test Result Action
The Filter 2
angle
reading is 2048 (±3).
The roll sensor is OK to continue
using.
The Filter 2
angle
reading cannot be
adjusted to 2048 (±3).
The roll sensor is not working properly and must
be replaced.
The reading does not
increase when the
power cable end is
lifted.
The roll sensor is not working properly and must
be replaced.
The reading does not
decrease when the
opposite end is lifted.
The roll sensor is not working properly and must
be replaced.