PASCO ME-5717A User manual

Standard Smart Cart
PAStrack System
ME-5717A
Product Description
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What's Included
What's Required
• PASCO Capstone or SPARKvue Software
Angle Indicator
ME-9495A
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Cart Mass (set of 2)
ME-6757A
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Friction Block
ME-9807
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Smart Cart (Red)
ME-1240
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Smart Cart (Blue)
ME-1241
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PAStrack
ME-6960
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Super Pulley with Clamp
ME-9448B
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Track End Stop (2 Pack)
ME-8971
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Smart Cart Rod Stand Adapter
ME-1244
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IDS Spring Kit
ME-8999
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Track Rod Clamp
ME-9836
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Equipment Overview
This section provides a brief overview on how to use the equipment included with the
dynamics system. For more detailed information, see the instruction manual included
with each product.
Smart Cart Features
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Rear View
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Accessory Tray
For placing accessories such as cart
masses.
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Accessory Hole
For attaching accessories such as the
fan cart sail.
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Plunger Release
Press to release the plunger at the
rear of the cart.
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Accessory Tray Slot
For attaching accessories such as a
Cart Picket Fence (ME-9804) or
Angle Indicator (ME-9495A).
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Power Button
Press and hold for one second to
power the cart on or off.
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Accessory Port
For connecting Smart Cart
accessories such as the Smart Fan
(ME-1242), Smart Ballistic Cart
(ME-1245), and Vector Display
(ME-1246).
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USB Port
For charging the battery by
connecting the cart to a USB charger
or the Smart Cart Charging Garage
(ME-1243).
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Threaded Hole (M5)
For securing accessories in the tray
such as the Smart Cart Rod Stand
Adapter (ME-1244).
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Upper Tie Point
For attaching string or a spring to
the cart. Springs included with the
IDS Spring Kit (ME-8999) are
designed to be used with carts.
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Force Sensor
For attaching force sensor
accessories such as the included
hook, rubber bumper, and magnetic
bumper. Additional accessories
include spring bumpers and a clay
cup in the Bumper Accessory Set
(ME-9884).
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Lower Tie Point
For attaching string that can run
under an end stop, another cart, or a
Motion Sensor
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Sensor ID
Refer this ID when connecting the
Smart Cart to software.
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Bluetooth Status Light
Indicates the wireless connection
status of the cart.
Red blink Disconnected
Green blink Connected
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Battery Status Light
Indicates the battery charge level.
Red blink Low charge
Green solid Fully charged
Yellow solid Charging
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Velcro® Fastener
Allows cart to attach during
collisions.
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Plunger
Use to launch the cart or to push two
carts apart with three different
forces.
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PAStrack Features
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Connector Screw
For securing the connector to a track
section.
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Release Tab
Press down to release a connector
from a track section.
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Rod Clamp Screw
For securing a rod inserted into the
rod clamp hole.
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Rod Clamp Hole
For inserting a support rod to incline
the track.
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Track Identifier
Write a number in the provided
space to organize a classroom set of
tracks.
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Track foot
Turn to level the track. Use the lock
nut to secure the foot height.
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Attach an End Stop to a Dynamics Track
The Adjustable End Stop is designed to be mounted to the end of a dynamics track to
stop dynamics carts from rolling off the end of the track.
Figure 1. Installing the End Stop to a Dynamics Track.
1. Position the End Stop so that magnets on the End Stop face the track.
2. Insert the square nut and tab on the End Stop into the T-slot of the track.
3. Move the End Stop to the desired position then turn the thumbscrew to secure the
end stop to the track.
Mount a Smart Cart to a Rod
The Smart Cart Rod Stand Adapter allows the PASCO Smart Cart to be suspended from
a rod to use its force sensor to measure forces. The adapter contains two holes that are
perpendicular to each other that allows the Smart Cart to be mounted vertically or
horizontally.
Figure 2. Two ways to mount the Smart Cart to a support rod using the Smart Cart Rod Stand
Adapter.
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Attach the Track Rod Clamp to a Dynamics Track
Figure 3. A Track Rod Clamp attached to a Dynamics Track and support rod.
The Track Rod Clamp is used to elevate a PASCO Dynamics Track to create an incline.
The clamp holds the track to a support rod. To attach the clamp to a track:
1. Insert the square nut on the clamp into the T-slot of the dynamics track.
2. Insert a 0.5 inch rod into the clamp.
3. Adjust the track and clamp until the track is placed at the desired angle.
TIP: Place the clamp as close to the inclined end of the track as possible for
stability.
4. Turn each thumbscrew to secure the clamp to the rod and track.
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Set up the pulley with a cart and track
The Super Pulley is designed to clamp onto the end of a dynamics track. The pulley can
be adjusted so that a string attached to the upper or lower tie point of a cart is parallel
with the track.
Figure 4. Super pulley setup with string attached to the upper and lower tie point on a cart.
1. Place the pulley at the end of the track. Gently turn the thumbscrew to secure the
pulley.
CAUTION: Do not apply excessive force when tightening the thumbscrew
to avoid damaging the screw.
2. Tie a string to the upper or lower tie point on the cart and run the string over the
pulley. Attach a mass to the other end of the string.
TIP: When the string is attached to the lower tie point, the string can be run
under an end stop, another cart, or a Motion Sensor.
3. Adjust the height of the pulley to make the string parallel to the track.
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Attach a Spring to a Cart
Figure 5. A spring attached to a Dynamics Cart and End Stop on a Dynamics Track.
The springs are designed for use with the PASCO Dynamics System by attaching a
dynamics cart to an End Stop. To use the springs with a cart:
1. Attach an End Stop to a track.
2. Attach one end of the spring to the dynamics cart upper tie point.
3. Attach the other end of the spring to the End Stop spring attachment stud.
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Using the Angle Indicator
The Angle Indicator is used for measuring angles from 0 to 90° in two directions and can
attach to lab equipment in a variety of ways.
Attach to a Dynamics Track
Figure 6. Inserting an Angle Indicator into the T-slot of a Dynamics Track.
1. Insert the square nut on the Angle Indicator into the T-slot of the track.
2. Move the Angle Indicator to the desired position on the track.
TIP: When a Motion Sensor is attached to the end of the track, place the
Angle Indicator as close to the sensor as possible. This will help prevent the
indicator from interfering with measurements made by the Motion Sensor.
3. Turn the thumbscrew to secure the Angle Indicator to the track.
Attach to a Dynamics Cart
Figure 7. Inserting an Angle Indicator into the slot of a Dynamics Cart.
Attach the Angle Indicator to a Dynamics Cart by inserting the indicator into the slots on
top of the cart.
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Friction Block Features
The Friction Block is constructed of wood covered with felt on two sides. Each side has a
different surface area to measure the effect of surface area on frictional force. The block
is designed to fit into the tray of a dynamics cart so that the cart can move on its wheels
or turned upside down to move on the Friction Block without changing the mass.
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Felt surface
Two sides of different surface area
are covered with felt to compare the
coefficient of friction to wood.
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Wood surface
Two sides of different surface area
are bare wood to compare the
coefficient of friction to felt.
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Slot
Use the slot to insert a Cart Picket
Fence (ME-9804) or Angle Indicator
(ME-9495A).
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Eye Hook
Tie a string to the eye hook to pull
the block.
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Using the Masses with a Cart
The Cart Masses are designed to be placed in the tray of any PASCO dynamics cart. One
mass has approximately the same mass as a single plastic cart (including the Smart Cart)
and half the mass of a metal cart. The cart tray can accommodate two masses. Add
additional masses by stacking the bars. The built-in grooves on the bottom of the bars
keep the masses in place.
Figure 8. A Smart Cart holding stacked cart masses
Experiments
Print-ready experiment worksheets for this product are available to download from the
PASCO website. Go to www.pasco.com/freelabs and enter ME-5717A to access all
experiments related to this product.
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Appendix
Technical Support
Contact PASCO Technical Support for assistance with this or any other PASCO product.
Address PASCO scientific
10101 Foothills Blvd.
Roseville, CA 95747-7100
Phone [phone] (USA)
1-916-462-8384 (International)
Chat www.pasco.com
email [email protected]
Warranty, Copyright, and Trademarks
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Product End of Life Disposal Instructions
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regulations to ensure that it will be recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment.
To find out where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local waste
recycle or disposal service, or the place where you purchased the product.
The European Union WEEE (Waste Electronic and Electrical Equipment) symbol and on the product or its
packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of in a standard waste container.
Battery Disposal Instructions
Batteries contain chemicals that, if released, may affect the environment and human health. Batteries should be
collected separately for recycling and recycled at a local hazardous material disposal location adhering to your
country and local government regulations. To find out where you can drop off your waste battery for recycling,
please contact your local waste disposal service, or the product representative. The battery used in this product is
marked with the International symbols to indicate the need for the separate collection and recycling of batteries.
FCC Statement
This Class A digital device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CE Statement
This device has been tested and found to comply with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of
the applicable EU Directives.
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