Instructions for changing parameters on the prop vane.
There is a problem with the current version of the prop vane sensor bus code,
that prevents easy access to the unit for changing the parameters. First, the
units will not work in sensor bus mode, and second there is some unknown
problem with interactive RS-232 communication, but sensor bus RS-232 works OK.
To get access to the unit and change a parameter at the station, follow these
steps:
1) Unplug the TRH cable from the lower crossarm.
2) On the laptop:
Type Response
==== ========
entersys System EVE#
stop data collection stopped
talk sio port menu
2 Use Sensor BUS?
N USE RS-485
Y BAUD
9600 data bits
8 parity
N connected
ESC-ESC-ESC INTERACTIVE MODE ON
To set the boom alignment, align the tail of the prop vane over the boom.
type: Response:
BA OK
To set the boom direction after shooting the boom
type Response:
BDxxxx OK
xxxx is the Boom direction in tenths of a degree.
To set the prop pitch. A nominal 300 mm/rev prop should have about 308
entered for the pitch.
type Response:
EE OK
prop=xxx prop set to xxx.
To get out of this mess.
type
ESC-ESC-ESC no response is given
ctrl-D to exit talk
start to restart data collection
Don't forget to plug the Trh sensor back in.