General Information
The FaroArm is a multiple-axis, articulated arm with a spherical working volume. Each joint has a rotary optical encoder. The signals from these encoders are processed, using advanced error coding and temperature compensation technology, and positional data is sent to the host computer using various wired and wireless communication protocols.
The Base Assembly contains the majority of the electronics, including a power on/off button, wireless on/off buttons, status indicators, battery pack bay, and communication ports.
There are five major communications ports on the Quantum located on the Base Assembly:
The FaroArm uses a non-volatile read/write FLASH memory. This memory stores programming and some compensation data for the Quantum. There are proprietary methods that are capable of erasing, reading, and writing the FLASH memory. These methods are used during manufacturing and field updating. Security for the FLASH is limited to the anonymity of the access methods and the unavailability of documentation for the address structure of the FLASH memory.
The only dynamic data stored in the Quantum are settings which relate directly to the operation of the Quantum. Examples include the probe XYZ position, connection settings, etc. The Quantum does not maintain in memory, or cache, measurement data of any type. Measurements recorded with the Quantum are sent directly to the properly connected computer.
The Probe End Assembly is found at the farthest point from the base. It is free to rotate, has two control (red and green) buttons and two circular LED indicators that provide visual feedback to the user. This assembly provides for the attachment of probes and handle accessories.
