New Scanning Probe

[BradJulian]

Hello All,
I received my new Scanning Probe today, boy was I excited. I read all the paperwork that came with it. I registered the software, put the scanner probe in the machine, attached the the head connector to the machine on the left hand side and the probe cable to that. Used the keypad just like the directions said. Pushed "0" for the Configuration Menu, pushed 7 for the Sensor check and nothing happened. The directions say that when you deflect the probe the displayed state will change from Closed to Open. I could never get that to happen. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

Brad

I have read more on the forum and so far I have taken the probe apart to make sure everything was connected - it was, I blew out the connector - that did not help.

[ChrisAlb]

Hi Brad and Welcome,

Make sure your CW is set up right for your type of scanner connection.

Press 0, 5, down arrow twice, press Enter to change.

If your scanner plugs into the cover, make it (Cover)
If it plugs into the Ztruck, make it (Ztruck)

Hope that helps

[SawdustSteve]

I also have a new scanning probe. I am running Designer software 1.131.
I followed the directions... I let the machine know that I have the "Cover" connection for my probe... I did the sensor check.

When I do the sensor check, it always shows "Closed".

If I check the sensor with a multimeter, it responds as I expect... "closed" contact when the tip is not deflecting; "open" contact if the tip is deflected (even slightly).

However, it will not respond when plugged in.

I read one entry about removing the homing sensor... but I cannot find the post again.

My question is... is this the solution or is there another approach I should be taking?

Thanks,

Steve

[Amonaug]

I also have a new scanning probe. I am running Designer software 1.131.
I followed the directions... I let the machine know that I have the "Cover" connection for my probe... I did the sensor check.

When I do the sensor check, it always shows "Closed".

If I check the sensor with a multimeter, it responds as I expect... "closed" contact when the tip is not deflecting; "open" contact if the tip is deflected (even slightly).

However, it will not respond when plugged in.

I read one entry about removing the homing sensor... but I cannot find the post again.

My question is... is this the solution or is there another approach I should be taking?

Thanks,

Steve

if you have the old Z-truck (which I imagine you do if you still have the homing sensor) then try plugging it into the z-truck and set the CW to look there instead of cover.

[ChrisAlb]

However, it will not respond when plugged in.

I read one entry about removing the homing sensor... but I cannot find the post again.

My question is... is this the solution or is there another approach I should be taking?

Thanks,

Steve

Hi Steve,

If you do indeed have the cover hookup, be sure the plug isn't in upside down. It is keyed but anything is possible. When I installed the upgraded Z-Pack, I didn't have to remove the homing sensor for the probe to work. Quite frankly, I don't even know where the homing sensor is...LOL

All I had to do was tell the CW it was now plugged into the cover instead of the Z truck.

[SawdustSteve]

Amonaug - I was mistaken... I believe I have the new style z-truck as I am not able to find a "homing sensor" or a place to plug in the probe. I just remembered what I had read before I took the time to check the machine.

I found the thread I was referring to below.

http://forum.carvewright.com/showthr...ghlight=closed

Gman_Ind had a similar problem. The solution is not posted. It seems he sent the unit to Tx for a little tender loving care. It would be nice to know what they found.

ChrisAlb - Yes, I do have the cover hook-up... and yes it is keyed... its interesting that you bring that up though. The key and the clip were on the bottom side of the plug, making it nearly impossible to release without damaging something. I took the cover off and swapped it to "key side up". It's much easier to plug and unplug, but so far, no success with getting the indication to change states.

I am not desperate to get this going, but I do need to get it fixed. I am still hanging on to hope that someone has found a solution to this problem that does not require shipping the unit to Texas.

Thanks guys for the suggestions.

Steve

[Amonaug]

Amonaug - I was mistaken... I believe I have the new style z-truck as I am not able to find a "homing sensor" or a place to plug in the probe. I just remembered what I had read before I took the time to check the machine.

I found the thread I was referring to below.

http://forum.carvewright.com/showthr...ghlight=closed

Gman_Ind had a similar problem. The solution is not posted. It seems he sent the unit to Tx for a little tender loving care. It would be nice to know what they found.

ChrisAlb - Yes, I do have the cover hook-up... and yes it is keyed... its interesting that you bring that up though. The key and the clip were on the bottom side of the plug, making it nearly impossible to release without damaging something. I took the cover off and swapped it to "key side up". It's much easier to plug and unplug, but so far, no success with getting the indication to change states.

I am not desperate to get this going, but I do need to get it fixed. I am still hanging on to hope that someone has found a solution to this problem that does not require shipping the unit to Texas.

Thanks guys for the suggestions.

Steve

My next suggestion would be to make sure no dust or chips are stuck in the plug and the pins aren't bent. Also make sure that the plug is plugged into the circuit board in back, it's the same plug as the keypad-side cover switch. Then call LHR.

[Kenm810]

Same Here,

The key and the clip are on the bottom side of the plug,
making it nearly impossible to release, --- If it weren't for bad luck, I wouldn't -------

[SawdustSteve]

My next suggestion would be to make sure no dust or chips are stuck in the plug and the pins aren't bent. Also make sure that the plug is plugged into the circuit board in back, it's the same plug as the keypad-side cover switch. Then call LHR.

Kevin,

Thanks. Yep, checked and double-checked both the pins and debris in the plug... but it doesn't hurt to check again.

I checked the plug in the circuit board without taking the cover off, so I didn't have good access. I'll do some disassembly tonight and check it thoroughly. While I'm at it, I can do a pin-out of the plug and wires end to end.

It's funny, most problems like this are only a 5 minute fix... it just may take 2 weeks to find WHAT needs to be fixed!

I've got an e-mail to LHR, referencing the Gman_Ind issue. If I can find out what they did to fix his problem, it may give me a clue how to proceed here.

Keep the suggestions coming... we'll nail it down eventually!

Thanks,

Steve

[liquidguitars]

Press 0, 5, down arrow twice, press Enter to change.

one more thing, you need to turn off the Carvewright after
telling it what probe you have selected to flash the eprom..

So its..

Press 0, 5, down arrow twice, press Enter to change, then power off, wait a few and power up..

LG