User manual VAISALA TCI100 DATASHEET

[. . . ] www. vaisala. com Vaisala Nu-Metrics NiteStar Distance Measuring Instrument TCI100 Benefits Vaisala Nu-Metrics NiteStar Distance Measuring Instrument TCI100 is designed to accurately record distances and survey coordinates as you drive. [. . . ] Options to enhance usage of NiteStar include: Survey Data Management (SDM) software and a GPS receiver that records coordinates for surveying and mapping data. SDM software allows you to easily organize, view and report information collected during surveys. The optional GPS receiver provides latitude and longitude data, allowing you the ability to plot the data on GIS-based mapping software. Convenient way to gather accurate distances Easy to install and use Measurements are displayed right in your vehicle Stores location data for later review or inventory Applications Roadway or railway lengths Paint line or guardrail lengths Cable or pipeline lengths Pole or sign spacing Inventory of signs, guardrails, etc. Truck, bus or postal routes Material calculation for construction or repair E-911 address mapping Accident reconstruction Passing/no passing zones Optional SDM Software SDM software is designed specifically for use with the TCI100, and allows you to easily organize, view and report information collected during surveys. Data is stored in a standard database for future processing or analysis. Features include: · Englishandmetricinterfaces · InventorydataandGPScoordinates stored in a single file · Customizablekeydefinitionsfor each user or application · Remotecontroltooperatethe TCI100 Features Accurately measures distances at ± 1 foot per mile Converts distances to miles, feet or kilometers Capable of detecting bidirectional distance (up/down) Displays distance intervals between points of interest Extensive internal memory for storing data Optional power adapter cable to derive 12 VDC from the cigarette lighter or auxiliary power socket Technical data General Models Power Accuracy Speed Sensor GPS Receiver GPS Accuracy Resolution Display TCI100; TCI101 9 to 16 VDC, negative ground 90 mA at 12 VDC (max) ±1 foot per mile (±0. 19 meters per kilometer) SS-10 speed sensor WAAS enabled USB GPS receiver* ±2 meters 1 foot (1 meter) Back lighted liquid crystal panel (3 brightness level adjustments and off), 6-digit distance (mi, ft, km), 4-digit interval distance, 3-digit speed (mph, kph, fps) Up/Down arrow, AEC, Code, Mark, Count Hold, Display Hold, Calibrate LED back lighted (3 brightness adjustments and off), 15 key, touch-tell silicon rubber Displays vehicle speed 0 to 199 (mph, kph, fps) Four vehicle memory Auto Distance Conversion Feet, miles, kilometers Pre-distance Capable of starting at a known distance Output Pulse 0 to 5 VDC (low going high) Automatic Error Correction Compensates for sensor error due to vehicle's dynamic motion Material Calculation Area, volume, tonnage, cost Interval Counts Elapsed distance from last mark, *begin/end accumulation Memory 0 to 99 memory locations, *unlimited with laptop computer, *20 preset plain language events Communications *RS-232 in/out, selectable baud rate (300-600-1200-2400-4800-9600) Input Channel One 8-bit 0 to 5 VDC analog, one 0 to 5 VDC digital Output Channel One 0 to 5 VDC digital Dimensions 19 cm x 5. 7 cm x 2. 2 cm (7. 5 inches x 2. 25 inches x 0. 88 inches) Operating Temperature 0 ºC to 70 ºC (32 ºF to 158 ºF) Instrument Warranty One year parts and labor, 90 days on install and sensor kit *Available on model TCI101only Indicators Keypad Speed Calibration For more information, visit www. vaisala. com or contact us at sales@vaisala. com Ref. [. . . ] All specifications -- technical included -- are subject to change without notice. [. . . ]