Operation
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F180R MOTION Sensor User and Reference Guide
4 Operation
4.1
Quick Start
The task list that you must follow to configure the F180R System is:
1. Power–on the System
2. Start the MOTION Control software on the host PC
Figure 49: MOTION Control Shortcut
3. Establish a connection with the F180R System by selecting the Ethernet Data Source
4. Ensure the Ethernet System Status is "Green - Connected". If you have a "Yellow - Read
Only" or no connection follow the Network Troubleshooting
5. Run the MOTION Setting Wizard to configure the system parameters
6. Once you have completed both wizards the system is ready for calibration. Please refer
to the calibration section for further details on performing and evaluating the
calibration procedure
7. When the system accuracies have been achieved through calibration, the system is now
fully operational and ready for data logging
8. The system will output the data strings that the COM ports have been configured for
9. To log MCOM data files, including processed iHeave data, select the Log Mode -
Automatic or Manual. See Logging Tab
10.Define a filename for manual logging or a destination directory for automatic logging
11.Select the start logging button
12.The system is now collecting motion data
4.2
Power-on the System
With all the cabling connected, including the Ethernet link to the host PC, start the F180R
System by connecting power to it. Watch the LEDs on the system front panel to determine
when the system is ready for you to begin using it.