AVI Code Reader User Manual
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1. Display unit Extendable Sensing wand Coiled cord pU ope q9 9 volt battery Figure 1 AVI Code Reader as supplied AVI CR User Manual Page 3 of 7 AVI CR MAN A 3 Features and Functions Multiple Code Reception The code reader capable of receiving up to four codes from a single transmitter Each code must be sent a minimum of three times in a row before changing to a different code The display will indicate the number of consecutive reads for each code being received Audible Buzzer The code reader will generate two audible beeps every time a new code is received If a transmitter is transmitting two or more codes at the same time the code reader will generate up to eight beeps two for each code when the codes are first received Battery Voltage Display The code reader will display the actual battery voltage of the 9 volt battery in the display unit When the battery voltage goes below six volts a low battery message will be displayed in the battery voltage display area Extendable Sensing Wand The code reader is provided with an extendable sensing wand When extended it allows the operator to easily position the sensing coil under a vehicle to check an installed transmitter The sensing coil can be retracted and rotated 90 degrees for easy and compact storage Use without Wand The display unit can be used without the sensing wand When using just the display unit get the unit with a foot or two of an oper2. AVI CR Automatic Vehicle Identification Code Reader AVI CR DIABLO AVI CODE READER PRESS AND HOLD BUTTON TO READ CODES Diablo Controls Inc Copyright O 2015 Document AVI CR_MAN_A Released September 3 2015 Pros Who Know Trust Diablo 1 Contents FIZUN CS amic caidas lia iia cas 2 Zi AINTOAUCION eC 3 3 Features and FUNCION m ERR Dm 4 Multiple Code Receptor eisepedenatetad babes taintedenercatnneenuaianons 4 AUD DU aaa 4 Battery Voltase DIS dada 4 Extendable Sensing Wanda iaa 4 USSMITAQULWWANO adi 4 Sel COI tao er aceon 4 Code DIS pla Screen TTD ET 5 4 Operator nn 6 Battery Mincir rz ife ln NT TR OE Tec P 6 Connecting Display Unit to Wand cepe bei todo ia 6 Extending the SENSING WAN oo a fe cP cni PIRE Sedi 6 Rotatine the Sensine Head on the Wanda 6 Adjusting the Angle of the Sensing Head on the Wand ccccoocccnccncccnccnnccnnonanonnnnnaconcnnaronnnononononononnonnncnnnonarnnnonanonnss 6 Reddihg COGOBSs tuse eeu tubus a MI MEC LI I I asaasaabaneveinabes A 7 5 Troubleshooting esesman MESUEN SR ER E UVRSUR NIME eV S UN SEPNE MARE UIS qua ODOVM sues EUM e PURI PUVPEUE SU ee EO PE ePVedUs 7 Nothing Happens When the Button is Pressed ccccccccsseccceessecccsesececceecceceescceceeecesseneceeseesecessunecesseeceetenaeeetas 7 Weak Receptor as 7 The Display IS Hard to Reag use imc HO bri cmo do ibd obe tees TEL EO o rU ee dme EVE ee 7 Figures Figure 1 AVICode Reader as suppli
3. ating transmitter to read the code The actual read distance is dependent on the orientation of the display unit to the transmitter Splash Screen When the power button is first pressed a splash screen will be displayed for one second that will identify the product and the firmware version AVI CR User Manual Page 4 of 7 AVI CR MAN A Code Display Screen The code display screen is composed of several pieces of information Figure 2 Code Display Screen 1 First Code Read The first code that was received by the code reader If no codes are being received this value will be zero 2 Second Code Read The second code that was received by the code reader If a second code is not being received this value will be zero 3 Third Code Read The third code that was received by the code reader If a third code is not being received this value will be zero 4 Fourth Code Read The fourth code that was received by the code reader If a fourth code is not being received this value will be zero 5 Number of Consecutive Receptions of the First Code The number of times that the first code was received in a row before the code being received changed If only one code is being received this count will always be 50 If no codes are being received this count will be zero 6 Number of Consecutive Receptions of the Second Code The number of times that the second code was received in a row before the code being received changed If a s
4. econd code is not being received this count will be zero 7 Number of Consecutive Receptions of the Third Code The number of times that the third code was received in a row before the code being received changed If a third code is not being received this count will be zero 8 Number of Consecutive Receptions of the Fourth Code The number of times that the fourth code was received in a row before the code being received changed If a fourth code is not being received this count will be zero 9 Total number of reads performed The total number of reads that the reader has tried to make This count include time outs where no code was received 10 Battery voltage This is the real time display of the 9 volt battery voltage A low battery message will displayed in this area when the battery voltage drops below six volts AVI CR User Manual Page 5 of 7 AVI CR MAN A 4 Operation Battery Installation The 9 volt battery needs to be installed in the display unit Place the display unit face down and open the battery compartment at the bottom by pressing the retaining clip towards the middle of the display unit and lifting up Install the 9 volt battery with the small post the positive post towards the bottom of the unit as marked inside the unit Place the base of the battery in first then press the top of the battery in to place Replace the battery cover and snap it closed Connecting Display Unit to Wand Connect one end
5. ed 5 dire adi s 3 Heure 2 Code DISPO ii A A eu bu ab dat out dell A 5 Figure 3 Wand Extension Clallipussssistavesit epist ig tunes osbuv esce pst tuin ocu tia 6 AVI CR User Manual Page 2 of 7 AVI CR MAN A 2 Introduction An Automatic Vehicle Identification AVI system consists of an AVI transmitter an optional AVI security device a sensing loop and an AVI receiver The transmitter and receiver must be configured to use the same AVI code Some transmitters are capable of transmitting more than one AVI code at a time or can change codes based on the state of a switch The optional security device can be used to ensure that a transmitter will not work if removed from a vehicle the transmitter and security device are permanently paired The sensing loop is typically a coil of wire embedded in the driving surface The sensing loop can be used as an inductive vehicle detection loop as well Some receivers are capable of receiving more than one AVI code to activate its output The AVI CR is a hand held unit used to verify the operation of AVI transmitters Since most transmitters will already be mounted on a vehicle the code reader is supplied with a sensing wand The sensing wand has an extendable shaft that allows the unit to be compacted for storage The handheld display unit can be used with or without the sensing wand and is capable of receiving up to four codes at once from the same transmitter The AVI CR is delivered as four items
6. of the coiled cord into the modular jack at the top of the display unit Connect the other end in to the modular jack on the side of the extendable sensing wand The coiled cord is a standard telephone handset cord So the operator can easily acquire and use a shorter or longer cord as it suits their purpose Extending the Sensing Wand The sensing wand has a clamp on the shaft that is used to lock the extension in to place To adjust the extension pull up on the clamp handle Adjust the extension to the desired length and press the clamp back down to lock the extension in place Figure 3 Wand Extension Clamp Rotating the Sensing Head on the Wand The sensing head on the wand can be rotated for storage The head only rotates 90 degrees If it does not easily rotate in one direction try the other direction Adjusting the Angle of the Sensing Head on the Wand The angle of sensing head on the wand can be adjusted for better reception sensitivity To adjust the angle loosen the gray plastic finger nut where the sensing head attaches to the wand Adjust the sensing head angle to be parallel to the transmitter to be read then retighten the finger nut AVI CR User Manual Page 6 of 7 AVI CR MAN A Reading Codes To read codes depress the red button on the front of the display unit The splash screen will be displayed for one second and then the code display screen will be displayed Now place the sensing coil on the end of the wand near the
7. transmitter to be read If not using the wand place the display unit near the transmitter within two feet If the transmitter is powered up and functioning correctly the code s that it is being transmitted will be shown on the display unit and the unit will beep to announce that a new code has been read 5 Troubleshooting Nothing Happens When the Button is Pressed Check the battery voltage with a meter if possible If not possible replace the battery with a known good battery to insure that the battery is not the problem If the battery is good open the display unit by removing all six screws from the back of the unit Carefully open the unit to not stress any of the cables between the two case halves There should be a jumper across two pins on a small printed circuit board on the back of the display If it is missing install a new jumper it should be inside the case somewhere if it came off If it is installed remove it and reinstall it Reassemble the unit making sure not to pinch any cables between the two case halves Press the power button If the unit does not operate normally return it to Diablo Controls for service Weak Reception Make sure that the sensing coil on the wand is orientated to be parallel to the transmitter being read The code reader should be able to read codes from one foot away or more Make sure that the transmitter being tested is actually working correctly Check the reception strength with a kno
8. wn good transmitter If the unit does not operate normally return it to Diablo Controls for service The Display is Hard to Read If the battery is good open the display unit by removing all six screws from the back of the unit Carefully open the unit to not stress any of the cables between the two case halves There will be a screen contrast adjustment on a small printed circuit board on the back of the display Using a small screw driver while pressing the power button adjust the contrast for best results AVI CR User Manual Page 7 of 7 AVI CR MAN A
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