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Edge TP-20 Probe Kit ......................................................................70
Probe Modules for the TP-20 Probe..............................................70
Measuring Software .......................................................................71
Operation.................................................................................... 72
FARO Sensor................................................................... 72
Sensor Probe Kit ..............................................................................72
Measuring Software .......................................................................73
Operation.................................................................................... 73
Custom Probe Compensation..................................... 74
Chapter 5: Accuracy
Compensation and Calibration .................................. 75
Compensation versus Calibration................................................75
Edge Compensation..................................................................... 75
Edge Calibration ........................................................................... 76
Repeatability .............................................................................. 76
Volumetric Accuracy ................................................................ 76
Loss of a Degree of Freedom....................................... 77
Chapter 6: Maintenance and
Troubleshooting
Normal Maintenance ................................................... 79
Edge.................................................................................................79
Host Computer................................................................................79
Mounting Stiffness Test .................................................. 80
Temperature Considerations........................................ 81
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)....................................... 82
ESD Best Practices ..........................................................................82
Troubleshooting ............................................................. 83
Power Issues.................................................................................... 84
Hardware Communication Issues................................................ 85
FARO Wireless Connection Issues ................................................ 85
FARO Wireless FAQ........................................................................ 86
FARO i-Probe FAQ ......................................................................... 88
Edge Performance Verification Checklist .................. 89
Issues That Will Degrade Accuracy..............................................89
Edge Setup......................................................................................90
Probe Setup.....................................................................................91
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