Axis Tester

The axis tester enables manual control over the motion system. Use it to test each axis individually or together. This is a great validation tool for use during assembly or to troubleshoot the system.

Open the Devices page and select the motion system. Then press Axis Tester under Tools.

Caution

The motion system may move erratically and unpredictably. It may use its full travel. Make sure there is enough space for the system to move freely. Keep hands and feet at safe positions.

To use the axis tester, start by pressing Enable. This will power up the linear actuators. Expect a small delay if this is the first time. Once powered, the rig will move to its neutral position. In the neutral position all actuators are at the center of their range (halfway extended.)

Then drag a slider to move the system. There is one slider per axis. The text on each side of the slider tells you in which direction the rig should move:

Pitch backward / Pitch forward:

Tilts the rig backwards and forwards.

Roll left / Roll right:

Tilts the rig to the left and to the right.

Heave down / Heave up:

Lowers and raises the rig.

Press Center to return an axis to its neutral position.

Take caution not to crush anything; yourself or equipment.

When you feel confident everything is working as expected you can safely check the Full speed checkbox. This will remove the speed limit; allowing the system to move at full speed. The motion will be smoother and much faster. Any residual jerkiness is due to inconsistent mouse movement.

Press Disable or close the window when you are done.

Note

The axis tester uses default intensity settings. It is not affected by the active profile.