FaroArm User Guide
January 2007
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Chapter 1: Introduction to the FaroArm
You may also see a few new words. It is important that you understand
the meaning of these words before proceeding.
General Information
The FaroArm is a multiple-axis, articulated arm with a spherical
working volume. Each joint has a rotary encoder. The signals from
these encoders are processed and positional data sent through the USB
communications cable to the computer.
Precautions
The FaroArm is a precision measuring instrument that is ruggedized for
shop use; however, care must still be exercised in the operating
environment when using the FaroArm. Proper operation and care
includes avoiding:
• Solvents.
• Abuse, such as dropping or twisting at end stops.
digitize To record the XYZ coordinates of a point or
location in 3D space. The word digitize is
the same as the term measure when referring
to points.
choose or select Means that you are initiating an action. For
example, “Select FILE < GRAPHICAL
REPORTS < EXPORT DATA.”
left-click, right-click,
click, or press
Press and release the LEFT (or RIGHT)
MOUSE button. Also used when referring to
the FaroArm buttons. For example, “After
selecting a file from the O
PEN FILE dialogue
box, click OK to open the file” or “Press
ESC at anytime to cancel a command.”
drag Press and hold the LEFT MOUSE button
down and move the mouse. Release the
mouse button to finish. This word is often
used when changing the size of a window or
toolbar.
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