Independence of Motion Accessory (IOM-VPL)
Specifications and User Guide
TROUBLESHOOTING
Primary Tests:
- Does the Vernier Projectile Launcher or Go Direct Projectile Launcher launch a projectile when the Independence of Motion Accessory is not atta...
As projectile launchers are used, the projectiles (balls) may transfer some dirt to the inner surface of the barrel. The design of the launchers depend on a close fit between the ball and the barrel, so any additional material will cause friction and...
If you are not getting consistent launch speeds for a specific launch angle and range setting, check the following:
- Be certain the projectile ball is pushed back and seated against the air port before launch.
When...
When using the Time of Flight Pad with the Vernier Projectile Launcher or Go Direct Projectile Launcher, each successful launch that hits the pad will show 6 events (3 blocked and 3 unblocked) in the data table. If that is not happening, check the fo...
Follow these steps to level the Vernier Projectile launcher:
Vernier Projectile Launcher (VPL)
1. Position the launcher on a flat surface, with the launch chamber positioned horizontally.
2. Place the level on top of the launch chamber.
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The most common cause to this problem is unsupported software. The first thing to try would be upgrading to the newest version of the software you are using. Most updates are free and available at:https://www.vernier.com/downloads/
Vernier Projec...
Follow these steps to use the Vernier Projectile Launcher:Vernier Projectile Launcher (VPL)
Place the launcher on a flat surface and secure using table clamps.Level the launcher and adjust the launch angle indicator if necessary.For detailed inst...
Go Direct® Projectile Launcher (GDX-PL)
Specifications and User Guide
Troubleshooting
General: Connect your sensor as described in the Getting Started instructions for your device.
Primary Test: Verify that the Project...
It is possible that when using the Cart Picket Fence (PF-CART), a photogate will detect the edges of the (clear) plastic picket fence and not just the black bars. We have done some testing and here is what we found:
We see this problem sometimes...
Spectrum Tubes (ST-AIR)
Spectrum Tubes (ST-AR)
Spectrum Tubes (ST-CO2)
Spectrum Tubes (ST-H)
Spectrum Tubes (ST-HE)
Spectrum Tubes (ST-NE)
Spectrum Tubes (ST-N)
TROUBLESHOOTING
- Primary Test: Insert the spectrum tube in the Power Supply (Single or ...