Getting Started

In order to help new users begin scanning as quickly as possible, JoeScan provides the application SensorTester with each software release. This program allows an engineer or technician to control a scanner using a graphical user interface for testing and evaluation purposes.

Requirements

Before beginning, make sure the following items are on hand and ready for use.

  • JoeScan JS-50

  • X-Code M12 to RJ45 ethernet cable

  • RJ45 ethernet cable

  • IEEE 802.3 Power over Ethernet (PoE) capable network switch

  • Computer with RJ45 network interface

Other JoeScan devices normally used within a complete scan system, such as the ScanSync, can be left aside for this exercise.

Setup

Hardware Setup

The following steps show how to prepare the hardware for use with SensorTester.

  • Record the JS-50’s serial number found on the side of the body; the serial number is the primary key used to identify and interface with JoeScan JS-50s.

  • Using the X-Code M12 to RJ45 ethernet cable, connect the keyed X-Code M12 connector to the JS-50 and the RJ45 connector to the PoE network switch. Ensure that the port on the network switch is PoE capable and can provide power to the JS-50.

  • Connect the RJ45 ethernet cable to a PoE capable port on the network switch and the desktop computer.

  • Confirm that everything is set up in the manner according to the diagram below. Network Diagram

  • Position the JS-50 such that it is pointed away from all people and aimed at a static non-reflective target approximately 4 feet away.

Computer Setup

After configuring the necessary hardware, the next step is to configure the computer used to run SensorTester.

  • Download the latest software from Developer Portal Release page and unzip the contents. ZIP Extract

  • Temporarily disable Windows Defender firewall following the instructions in the Firewall Settings article. It is possible to allow SensorTester and other JS-50 software applications to be granted access through the firewall, but initially, we will disable the firewall for simplicity’s sake.

  • Temporarily disable any third party antivirus software. If desiring to use antivirus software on a computer that will be running JS-50 software applications, it is recommended to consult with the antivirus software’s documentation to ensure that it does not hinder scanning.

  • Confirm that the network interface going out to the JS-50 has a link local address by referring to the instructions listed in Network Settings article.

Running SensorTester

With hardware and software setup completed, the next step is to launch SensorTester and start scanning.

  • Launch the executable SensorTester.exe located in tools/SensorTester/ within the software release unzipped previously in the Computer Setup instructions.

  • Windows may bring up a security prompt; first select More info. Windows Security 1

  • Then select Run anyway to confirm and launch the application. Windows Security 2

  • In the top left corner, enter the serial number of the JS-50 being used and click the Add button. SensorTester 1

  • Below the area where the serial number was entered are many parameters that can be adjusted to influence the scan data. These can be skipped for now.

  • Click the Connect button to connect to the JS-50. SensorTester 2

  • If connection is successful, indicated by the Connect button changing to Disconnect, then click the Start Scanning button directly below. SensorTester 3

  • The JS-50 should now be scanning and the SensorTester application displaying data in the grid display. SensorTester 3

Troubleshooting

The JS-50 does not power up

Ensure that the JS-50 is plugged into a port capable of delivering power on a Power over Ethernet (PoE) capable network switch.

SensorTester fails to connect

Ensure the firewall and network are configured properly. Use of ping and ipconfig as described in the Network Settings article can be used to test the ability of the client PC to be able to reach a given JS-50.

SensorTester connects but throws a version error

Use the FirmwareUpdate tool and install the JS-50 firmware that came with the software downloaded from the Developer Portal.

Continued difficulties

Contact your JoeScan representative and we'll provide one on one assistance to ensure scanning success.