Futura MCR3 Operator's Manual
Laser Receiver
Model MCR3
Operator's Manual
Thank you for purchasing a Futtura product. Your receiver is a premium
quality tool that has been designed and manufactured to provide years
of precise and reliable performance. The system has been specifically
designed for use in harsh construction environments.
This manual is an important part of your purchase as it will familiarize
you with the unit and explain the numerous features that have been
designed into it. Please read this manual thoroughly before using your
receiver.
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applications or if you require additional information.
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there are any questions regarding warranty or service.
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Contents
Machine Control / Display Laser Receiver
Contents ....................................................................................... 1
Safety ........................................................................................... 2
System Description ...................................................................... 3
Controls and Displays ................................................................... 4
Battery Installation / Charging ...................................................... 6
Operation - Primary Functions ..................................................... 8
Installation
General ...........................................................................11
Grading .......................................................................... 12
Excavating ..................................................................... 13
Operation - Secondary Functions ............................................... 19
Maintenance and Care ............................................................... 21
Specifications ............................................................................. 22
Warranty ..................................................................................... 23
P/N 040078 Rev D
Safety
Meaning of Symbols:
WARNING: Indicates a potential hazardous situation, which
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which
could result in a minor or moderate injury and/or material,
financial, or environmental damage.
NOTE: Important information to enable the product to be used
in a correct and efficient manner unrelated to safety.
The user of this product is expected to follow all operating
and safety instructions of this manual and of the machinery
operator's manual. Perform periodic checks of the product's
performance. The manufacturer or its representatives assume
no responsibility for results of the use of this product including
any direct, indirect, consequential damage, and loss of profits.
Check your work frequently.
WARNING: When working near construction or agricultural
machinery, follow all safety precautions as described in the
machinery's user manual.
WARNING: When excavating, follow all excavation and trench
safety regulations and practices
CAUTION: Be aware of all overhead obstructions and electrical
power lines. The receiver and mast may be higher than the
machinery. Remove when transporting machinery.
CAUTION: Do not disassemble any part of the receiver other
than to replace batteries. The receiver is to be serviced by
authorized service center personnel only.
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System Description
The laser receiver is a rugged, multipurpose, electronic receiver that detects
laser light generated by rotating laser transmitters. The unit works with nearly
all models of rotating lasers and will detect both visible and invisible beams.
When installed, the operator is given visual indication of the reference plane of
laser light’s position relative to the cutting edge or digging depth of the machine.
The receiver can also be installed with a Control Box for automatic control on
certain grading machines.
The operator can adjust the settings of the receiver to meet job site requirements.
Settings are provided for adjusting the dead-band size or accuracy, on-grade
location for grading or excavation, display brightness and more.
The ultra-bright, built-in LED display provides up to 8 channels of grade
elevation position, plus high and low lost beam indications.
Built in plumb indication allows for quick and accurate grade checks. The new
Angle Compensation for Excavators (ACE) mode also allows grade checking
at extended dipper arm swing angles once a simple set-up procedure
completed.
A tough sealed waterproof housing is designed to work in the tough machine
mounted environment. The electronics are isolated from the rest of the unit
by internal rubber shock-mounts, protecting the unit from shock and vibration
damage.
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Controls and Displays
1. Aluminum cast upper and lower
housings.
2. Polycarbonate housing - protects
the electronics.
3. Receiving Windows - four sets of
photocells equally spaced to allow 360
degree reception.
4. Ultra-bright LED array - highly visible,
graphically displays blade or bucket
position. Green on-grade LED's and
red off-grade LED's for quick visual
indication.
5. Set-up length scale - used for initial
set-up in wide Angle Compensation for
Excavation (ACE) mode.
6. Power Switch - turns the unit on and
off. Also operates as a "shift" key for
secondary receiver functions.
7. Liquid Crystal Display - Indicates
current receiver settings and battery
status.
8. Touchpanel Switches - allow adjustment of settings.
9. Mounting Knobs - large knobs attached to stainless steel clamps allow
for quick and easy installation to mast or magnetic mount.
10. Access screws - allow easy access to battery compartment for
replacement of batteries.
11. Accessory Connector and Dust Cap - connector accepts the cable
to the optional remote display, machine power cable, or automatic
control box. Connector also accepts Ni-MH battery charger. Dust
cap helps keep the connector clean.
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Controls and Displays
Power Switch
Averaging
Selection
Laser Out
of Level
Selection
Plumb Selec-
tion
Center / Offset
On-Grade
Selection
Out of Level,
RPM Indication
Averaging
1-2-4
Touch Panel
LCD
Touch Panel
Lock
LCD
Accuracy
(Deadband)
Selection
Touch Panel
Lock
Communication
Link (Not Used)
Display
Brightness
Selection
Accuracy
(Deadband)
Selection
Communication
Radio Link
(Not Used)
Plumb
Selection -
Standard,
Wide (ACE), Off
Center or
Offset
On-Grade
Battery Status
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Display
Brightness
Selection
Battery Installation / Charging
Battery Installation: Remove the BULLSEYE from its carrying case. Hold the
unit so the accessory connector is pointing upwards. Remove the dust cap
from the accessory connector. Loosen the two thumb screws and remove
the battery access cover. Install four batteries as shown on the label diagram
inside the battery compartment noting the (+) and (-) terminals.
Battery installation diagram /
Serial number label
Replace the battery access cover. Firmly tighten the two thumbscrews. Ensure
the battery access cover is aligned and fully engaged into the battery housing.
Use a screwdriver if necessary. Replace the accessory connector dust cap.
Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) Batteries: Batteries are initially shipped fully
charged but the charge may decrease over time prior to first use. They may
require 2 or 3 charging cycles to obtain maximum battery life. To charge, remove
the dust cap from the accessory connector. Insert the cannon adapter into the
receiver accessory connector aligning the slot and connector key. Insert the
charger female barrel connector into the cannon adapter.
Assure the proper AC prongs are on the charger. To change the prong
configuration, press the tab release in the arrow direction and remove the existing
prong adapter. Insert proper adapter and release the tab.
Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet. Do not operate the receiver when
it is charging.
Cannon
Adapter
Tab
Prongs
Release
Charger
The batteries may also be charged with a 12-volt auto lighter adapter.
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