HELP ! PHENIXTAG Laser Rangefinder

Using Arduino Sensors
1

Please I need idea for this laser rangefinder to work found on ebay..
I need atleast library or related sample program.. thanks!

2

According to ebay link, it's just a matter of serial communication. Connect RX/TX to arduino, setup a SoftwareSerial and write those commands (letters)

3

How about transferring it to the arduino micro? Any idea about the code?

I think I found a useful link but i didn't understand well..
LIDAR

Thanks!

4

That code is in python, you need to translate it to C (arduino). Something like this:

#include <SoftwareSerial.h>
SoftwareSerial mySerial(10, 11); // your arduino RX, TX pins
String str= "";


void setup()
{
  // Open serial communications to write to screen:
  Serial.begin(9600);
  Serial.println("Starting program:");

  // set the data rate for the SoftwareSerial port
  mySerial.begin(19200);
}

void loop() // run over and over
{
  Serial.print("Taking measures... ");
  mySerial.println("C");

  if(mySerial.available() > 0)
    {
        str = mySerial.readStringUntil('\n');
    }
   Serial.println(str);
delay(500);
}

I'm curious about this sensor, let me know if is working and reliable

5

I try your code but nothing happen..

Output image attach below..

Please help me.. I don't know anything about phython..

Serial Monitor.jpg

6

I made a mistake on my code, you have to send the letter "D" not "C"
So, replace mySerial.println("C") for mySerial.println("D")

Note that this code is just to guide you, not a perfect receipe...
To work with that module (according with ebay link) you send a command by serial comm and wait for the response. If you are not getting any answer, You can try several things:

  1. swap RX / TX wires
  2. replace mySerial.println("D") for mySerial.print("D\r\n");
  3. put a delay (50) after mySerial.println("D")

Also note that arduino operates normaly on 5V, that module operates at 2,9V. You will need a level shifter or resistor in the arduino TX wire or you could damage the sensor.

7

According with ebay link, there's a USB adapter and a software to test the unit, did you tried it first?

8

Did you made it work? I'm curious about this module...

9

It's working, I follow your instruction, but the measurement is still random code ( i don't know that language like ??///#&blablablaa. I'll try to fix it. But thanks , because from this instruction I can operate this Laser Rangefinder Module, B605B, RS232, 100M distance measurement. . Maybe you can help me?

geologic:
That code is in python, you need to translate it to C (arduino). Something like this:

#include <SoftwareSerial.h>

SoftwareSerial mySerial(10, 11); // your arduino RX, TX pins
String str= "";

void setup()
{
  // Open serial communications to write to screen:
  Serial.begin(9600);
  Serial.println("Starting program:");

// set the data rate for the SoftwareSerial port
  mySerial.begin(19200);
}

void loop() // run over and over
{
  Serial.print("Taking measures... ");
  mySerial.println("C");

if(mySerial.available() > 0)
    {
        str = mySerial.readStringUntil('\n');
    }
  Serial.println(str);
delay(500);
}





I'm curious about this sensor, let me know if is working and reliable
10

ignatius_vito:
It's working, I follow your instruction, but the measurement is still random code ( i don't know that language like ??///#&blablablaa. I'll try to fix it. But thanks , because from this instruction I can operate this Laser Rangefinder Module, B605B, RS232, 100M distance measurement. . Maybe you can help me?

Did you manage to make it work? Can you post the output?

11

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12

Unfortunately the OP asked for help but never help others with his experience... >:(

That module works using serial communication, you send a text command and wait for the response.

The module came with a USB adapter and some software, so try it first to see if it works.
I don't have any module or know the software, but it seems that you have to send a "D" char and wait for module response.

Please share your progress, i would like to know if this sensor is good or not.