High Definition LiDAR Sensor
Velodyne LiDAR, Inc.
©
2019
Appendix J: Troubleshoot
Use the chart below to troubleshoot common problems with the sensor.
Problem
Resolution
Unit doesn’t spin
.
Verify power connection and polarity.
.
Verify proper voltage
—
should be 24 volts drawing about 3.5 to 4
amps.
Unit spins but no data
.
Verify Ethernet wiring.
.
Verify packet output with another tool (e.g. Ethereal/Wireshark).
No serial communication
.
Verify RS-232 connection.
.
Unit must be active and spinning for RS-232 update.
.
It may take several tries for the update to be effective.