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ABSOLUTE ARM

USER MANUAL

February 2019

Contents

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ABSOLUTE ARM

User Manual

Information, support:

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CONTENTS 
 
A.1 Overview ......................................................................................................................10 
A.2 Levels & Features of Absolute Arm..............................................................................13 
A.3 Identification.................................................................................................................17 
B.1 Arm description ............................................................................................................21 
B.2 Base –Control Pack.....................................................................................................26 
B.3 Cables - Communication..............................................................................................35 
B.4 6 Axes Wrist description...............................................................................................38 
B.5 7 Axes Wrist description...............................................................................................39 
B.6 Standard Probes ..........................................................................................................52 
B.7 Counterbalance............................................................................................................57 
B.8 Travel Case..................................................................................................................61 
B.9 External Laser scanners...............................................................................................64 
C.1 Presentation.................................................................................................................66 
C.2 Software setup .............................................................................................................66 
C.3 RDS Agent ...................................................................................................................69 
D.1 Mounting base..............................................................................................................72 
D.2 Arm installation.............................................................................................................83 
D.3 Tube inspection arm installation...................................................................................90 
E.1 Common features.........................................................................................................91 
E.2 USB Connection (Arm only).........................................................................................95 
E.3 USB Connection (Arm + Integrated Scanner)..............................................................96 
E.4 Wireless connection (Arm / scanner)...........................................................................98 
E.5 Ethernet Connection (Arm / Scanner)........................................................................102 
E.6 External scanners connection....................................................................................105 
F.1 How to use the arm....................................................................................................115 
F.2 Wrist feedback............................................................................................................125 
F.3 Quick Access Menu....................................................................................................126 
F.4 How to use contact probes.........................................................................................127 
F.5 How to use NC-Probes for tube .................................................................................140 
F.6 How to use Scanners.................................................................................................145 
G.1 Bluetooth wireless accessories..................................................................................164 
G.2 Wi-Fi Chipset configuration........................................................................................165 
G.3 Mounting Ring kit (1.2 series - option) .......................................................................166 
H.1 10 years Serviceability...............................................................................................168 
H.2 Arm storage, use and transport..................................................................................169 
H.3 Cleaning.....................................................................................................................170 
H.4 Standard maintenance...............................................................................................172 

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H.5 Accuracy verification / calibration...............................................................................173 
H.6 WLAN Connection......................................................................................................174 
H.7 Others.........................................................................................................................177 
I.1 Terminology, Symbols................................................................................................180 
I.2 Configuration for end-software...................................................................................181 
I.3 Technical specifications .............................................................................................202 
I.4 Hexagon®scanners specifications.............................................................................220 
I.5 Bluetooth certified equipment.....................................................................................228 
I.6 European Union (and EEA) only recycling.................................................................230 
I.7 Patents details............................................................................................................231 
I.8 Illustration table..........................................................................................................232 
 

Introduction

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INTRODUCTION

Dear customer, thank you for purchasing a HEXAGON®product. Before you start using your new

HEXAGON®3D measuring arm, please read these instructions.

This guide describes best practices for installing, configuring, and using your measuring arm.

For any other device or option not described in this manual please refer to other HEXAGON®product

manuals (e.g. RDS Data Collector, RDS User) available on the provided media.

For further information, please contact your local Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence agent.

TRADEMARK NOTE

Intelligence is part of Hexagon.

HEXAGON®and ABSOLUTE ARM™are trademarks of HEXAGON AB.

Windows® is a trademark of Microsoft Inc.

Wi-Fi®and the Wi-Fi logo are trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance.

The Bluetooth®word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any

use of such marks by Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence is under license.

Other brands and product names are trademarks of their respective owners.

IMPORTANT NOTE

All information contained in this document is subject to be modified without any notification and does not

represent any engagement from HEXAGON AB. The software described in this manual is furnished under

licence agreement and must be used only in conformity with the terms of this licence. No part of this manual

may be reproduced or transmitted under any form or by any way, electronic or mechanical, including

photocopy or recording, for any purpose without Hexagon AB formal authorisation.

DISCLAIMER NOTE

All non-authorised modification, repair or bad use of the HEXAGON®system will automatically void the

original manufacturer’s guaranty. The manufacturer is not responsible for damages to the software or

hardware caused by unauthorised handling, or use, of this material. For information regarding the warranty,

repair, technical assistance, latest updates and current information prices, please contact your local

Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence agent.

PATENT NOTICE

Products described in this manual may be covered by one or more of the following U.S. patents 5,829,148;

6,598,306; 7,003,892; 7,568,293; 7,779,548; 7,908,757; D643,319; 8.174.682; 8,151,477; 8,407,907;

8,701,299 and other U.S. and foreign patents pending.

AVAILABILITY OF THE PRODUCTS ON THE MARKETS

All the products described in this manual may not be available in all the countries. Please refer to your

Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence agent.

Introduction

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Conventions used in this guide

This manual uses the following conventions to alert you to information that varies from optional to critical in

nature. These guidelines are used to distinguish the difference between these passages:

WARNING

A Warning indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

A Caution, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE

A Notice indicates useful advice about operation of your HEXAGON®system or its sub-parts.

Information contained in a Notice is not safety related. Failing to heed this advice may result in damage

to your HEXAGON®system or in inaccurate measurements.

Information indicates general advice or links to relevant documentation.

Moreover, the present document mostly respects the following international standard: ISO 8601 (format of

the dates),

Pictures in the manual

Pictures presented in this manual are not contractual, especially regarding the colours that may change

depending on the arm version or type.

Complete documentation

For more detailed information, please read complete manuals:

RDS

RDS manuals (RDS User, RDS Data Collector, RDS What’s New)

Maintenance

Technicians manuals (Absolute Arm Technician, RDS Technician, RDS DC

Technician)

Accessories

Accessory guide

Application software

Software user manual (TubeShaper, Romosoft, GPad, GTube, DOCS,

Pc-Dmis, Pc-DmisTouch, 3DReshaper, Quindos, Spatial Analyzer…)

Important safety note

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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE

The following directions should enable the person responsible for the product and the person using the

product to anticipate and avoid operational hazards.

The person responsible for the product must ensure that all users understand these directions and adhere

to them.

The user of the product must read carefully all notes regarding mechanical and electrical safety, battery

operation, correct use of the product and all other safety information before unpacking the system.

WARNING

Incorrect use can lead to personal injury, equipment malfunction and/or damage. The person

responsible for the product should inform the user about hazards and how to counteract them. The

product should not to be operated until the user has been instructed on correct use.

Responsibilities

Manufacturer of the product

Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, is responsible for supplying the product, including the

user manual and original accessories, in a complete and safe condition.

Manufacturer of non-HEXAGON® accessories

The manufacturer of non-HEXAGON®accessories for the product is responsible for

developing, implementing and communicating safety concepts for their products, and is also

responsible for the effectivenessof those safety concepts in combination with the HEXAGON®

product.

Person in charge of the product

The person in charge of the product has the following responsibilities:

•To understand the product's safety instructions and user manual instructions.

•To be familiar with local regulations relating to safety and accident prevention.

•To inform Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence immediately if the product and the

application becomes unsafe.

•To ensure that the national laws, regulations and conditions for the operation of radio

transmitters are respected.

WARNING

The person responsible for the product must ensure it is used in accordance with these instructions.

This person is also accountable for the training and the deployment of personnel who use the product

and for the safety of the equipment in use.

Environment

The product is suitable for use in an atmosphere appropriate for permanent human habitation. The product

is not suitable for use in harsh or explosive environments.

WARNING

The person in charge of the product should contact local safety authorities and safety experts before

working in any hazardous areas or near electrical installations.

AC power supplies are suitable for use in dry environments only and not under adverse conditions.

Important safety note

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Mechanical safety

CAUTION

Mechanical closing locations: Danger of pinch points

While the risk of personal injury is low, for your personal safety, avoid handling the areas of the device

shown in the following diagram while operating the device

CAUTION

1.2 counterweight: Heavy part

►When handling, mounting or removing the counterweight, pay attention to the

heaviness of the component.

NOTICE

Arm installation: Fall or drop of the device

The base of the ABSOLUTE ARM is designed to provide a reliable measurement platform when placed

on a level and stable work surface. The Mounting ring also can be fixed on a plate to a rigid support via

the fixing holes.

►Always ensure that the arm is correctly and strongly fixed to the base

►Always ensure that the base is correctly and strongly fixed to the support

NOTICE

Arm use: Accuracy deterioration

►Before any use, always ensure nothing adverse happened on the arm (accuracy verification,

counterbalance pressure, buttons response)

►When moving the arm, always pay attention to obstacles that may damage the device.

►The arm and the computer should be put in their respective cases when not in use or during

transportation to avoid any damage that may affect the precision

►Moreover, for any transport by plane, boat, train or truck, the product should be packed in foam for

protection, with shock detectors

►Do not modify counterbalance pressure or strength as this will affect the arm calibration

Important safety note

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Battery safety

WARNING

Battery parts: Risk of chemical injury!

►Do not attempt to service or open the battery

►Do not short-circuit the battery

►Do not try to load with any other battery loader other than the Arm Control Pack

WARNING

Transport: Fire Hazard

During the transport, shipping or disposal of batteries it is possible for inappropriate mechanical

influences to constitute a fire hazard.

Before shipping the product or disposing it, discharge the batteries by the product until they are flat.

When transporting or shipping batteries, the person in charge of the product must ensure that the

applicable national and international rules and regulations are observed. Before transportation or

shipping contact your local passenger or freight transport company.

WARNING

High mechanical stress, high ambient temperatures or immersion into fluids can cause leakage, fire

or explosions of the batteries.

►Protect the batteries from mechanical influences and high ambient temperatures.

►Do not drop or immerse batteries into fluids.

NOTICE

Battery parts: Risk of damage to the system!

The arm should only be operated with the battery cover properly installed Failure to properly install the

protective battery cover may result in environmental contamination of the battery enclosure, accidental

damage to the battery, and / or loss of data if the battery is inadvertently dislodged during arm operation

Power safety

WARNING

The plug on the power supply cord is the disconnect device. Do not position the plug where it is difficult

to disconnect.

WARNING

If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, the

protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

WARNING

Power supply parts: Risk of electric shock!

►Do not attempt to service or open DC power supply

►Do not short-circuit the power supply

►Do not use if cable is visibly damaged or insulation is worn

►Do not plug any other power supply into the arm power jack

►Use the product only in dry environments, such as buildings or vehicles. Indoor only.

►Protect the product against humidity. If the product becomes humid, it must not be used!

CAUTION

Power Supply parts: Risk of electric shock!

►Do not attempt to service or open the power supply

►Do not short-circuit the power supply

►Do not use if cable is visibly damaged or insulation is worn

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NOTICE

Low quality power supply: Components deterioration

►Use of a UPS

►In case of a very low-quality power supply (current or voltage pikes, no ground …), it is recommended

to use a Universal Power Supply device, to ensure the protection of the components of the arm (Arm

power supply, electronic boards).

Laser safety

CAUTION

Laser Scanner RS5: Laser Guide Product Class 2M

Exposure toward the eye can result in eye injury

►Pay attention not to expose the eye to the laser guide when laser is on.

CAUTION

Non-Contact Tube Probe (Laser Guide Product Class 2M): Risk of eye injury!

►Do not stare into laser guide beam or view directly with optical instruments

Other safety care

WARNING

Transport: Risk of body injury!

►Use proper posture when lifting the arm from the case, placing the arm in the case, or moving the

case

WARNING

Servicing

►Only Hexagon certified service centres are allowed to service the Absolute arm or its accessories.

►Do not open any part of the arm of its accessories.

NOTICE

Arm use: Components deterioration

►Do not switch on ABSOLUTE ARM when covers have been removed

►Do not use outdoors

►Do not remove any axis covers

►Do not cut or twist any cable

►Always carefully plug and unplug each connector

►When using the arm, always pay attention to obstacles that may damage the device

►Do not store the arm, computer, or case in a place where there is risk of:

•Significant heat or cold

•Significant moisture

•Electromagnetic or vibratory disturbance

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