User Manual
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Alignment Data
Alignment Data
This function, available from the main alignment menu, allows you to make
the raw measurements needed for the calculation of the relative positions
of the shafts. This section gives a brief overview of the available data collec-
tion modes. The next chapter gives an in-depth look at each mode.
Method: to provide data acquisition for varying applications, circum-
stances, and preferences, a number of different data collection methods are
provided. The method to be used is selected by entering the Alignment
Options menu accessed by pressing the Options key and selecting Align-
ment Options. These include:
• Auto Sweep – data is automatically acquired while the shaft is
rotated. The arc of rotation can vary from as little as 45° to a full 360°
(one revolution). This mode is especially useful when the 4 point
measurement technique is impractical or when inconsistencies in
shaft position exist at points in the rotation. Averaging mode allows
many revolutions, see details on page 6-7.
• Manual Sweep – data is measured each time the laser heads are in
alignment and the number keypad is pressed. Data from up to 36
positions may be recorded. This mode is especially useful for per-
forming uncoupled or non-rotational alignments. Functions similarly
to the Auto Sweep mode except that the laser heads, or shafts, are
stopped at each position where data is to be taken and a key pressed
to store a reading.