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Instruction Sheet

012-09625B

Motion Sensor

PS-2103A

+1 916-786-3800

[email protected]

Quick Start

1. Connect the Motion Sensor to your PASPORT-compatible

interface (such as the 850 Universal Interface or the SPARK

Science Learning System).

2. If you are using a computer, connect the PASCO interface to

it and start the data acquisition software (such as PASCO

Capstone or SPARKvue).

3. Place an object in front of the sensor at least 15 cm away.

4. Click “Record” or press “Start to begin recording data.

5. Move the object in a straight line directly away from or

toward the sensor.

Introduction

The PS-2103A Motion Sensor works with your PASCO interface

to measure and record position, velocity, and acceleration. It pro-

duces a series of ultrasonic pulses and detects the sound reflect-

ing back from an object in front of it. The interface measures the

times between outgoing pulses and returning echoes. From these

measurements, it determines the position, velocity, and accelera-

tion of the object.

This instruction sheet includes procedures for setting up the hard-

ware and software collecting data, changing the sample rate, cali-

brating the sensor, mounting the sensor on equipment, and

troubleshooting.

Theory of operation is described and specifications are listed at

the end of these instructions.

Note: Essential PASCO Capstone, SPARK SLS, and GLX tasks are

described briefly in this instruction sheet. For more information, refer to

the User’s Guide or the on-line help for the interface and/or the data acqui-

sition software.

Included Equipment Part Number

Motion Sensor PS-2103A

Additional Equipment Required

PASPORT-compatible Interface See PASCO catalog

or www.pasco.com

PASPORT Plug

Range

Switch

Ultrasonic

Transducer

Rotating

Head

Clips for

mounting

on track

Hole for

mounting

on rod

Target

Indicator

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Page 1 - Motion Sensor

®Instruction Sheet012-09625BMotion SensorPS-2103A+1 [email protected] Start1. Connect the Motion Sensor to your PASPORT-compatible in

Page 2

®Motion Sensor PS-2103A2Set-upTo Connect to a PASPORT-compatible Inter-face1. Connect the Motion Sensor's plug to a PASPORT input port of your PA

Page 3 - To Change the Sample Rate

®Motion Sensor PS-2103A3To Aim the Motion Sensor at an Object1. Set the range switch to the short range ( ) or long range ( ) setting.• Select for

Page 4 - Theory of Operation

®Motion Sensor PS-2103A4Equipment MountingMount the Motion Sensor as illustrated on a vertical rod (a) or a horizontal rod (b). Integrated clips allow

Page 5 - Technical Support

®Motion Sensor PS-2103A5SpecificationsTechnical SupportFor assistance with any PASCO product, contact PASCO at:Limited Warranty For a description of

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