American Aimers VIIPRO Image Processor Headlight Aimer - Manual (Page 24)

Vision II Pro TM Manual
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SECTION SIX
6.1 GLOSSARY LISTING
Activation Code - The numeric sequence used to activate the aiming unit.
Activation Screen - The screen in which the activation code is entered into the aiming unit.
Aerodynamic Headlamps - The type of headlamps that are specifically designed to fit the finished
design of the front of the vehicle. These lamps are typically sloped away at the center and the
bottom of the lamp. These lamps commonly have replaceable bulbs.
AIM OK Window - The “AIM OK” window defines the maximum allowable plus (+) or minus (-)
measurement from zero of the horizontal and vertical aim axis at twenty-five (25) feet. Lamps
which measure within the allowable limits will register an AIM OK indicator at the bottom of the
screen.
Aim Point - A predetermined point of placement within the projected light pattern measured at 25’
from the light source.
Aimer Head - The portion of the aiming unit that contains the video monitor, aimer lens, aimer
computer, lasers and housings.
Aimer Housing - The portion of the aiming unit that contains the aimer lens, and aimer computer.
Aimer Lens - The optical lens in front of the aimer housing. This lens allows the aimer to optically
simulate twenty-five feet within the confines of the aimer housing.
Aimer Preparation - The process of entering all pertinent information into the aimer at the time of
the aimer setup.
Aiming Bays - The area in which the aiming unit is to be used.
Aiming Method - A predetermined process of how the computer will calculate aim of a particular
beam pattern.
Lamp Alignment Laser - The laser mounted inside the aimer housing, to align to the optical center
of the headlamps.
Alignment Track - The floor track designed to aid the operator in keeping the aiming unit aligned
with the vehicle.
Anti-Static Video Cleaner - A spray cleaner available in most computer supply areas.
Area/Vehicle Setup - The process of preparing the aiming area and the vehicle for the aiming
process.
Auxiliary Lamps - Extra lamps on a vehicle. Also commonly called driving lamps.
Base Wheels- The wheels on the base of the aiming unit.
Beam Pattern - The image of light as it projects from a lamp.
Candela- The increment of measure for the brightness of a light.