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iVu Plus TG and Color Gen2 Image Sensors

14 Communications Guide

14.1 iVu Plus Communication Summary of Ethernet and Serial

The iVu communicates with other devices via Ethernet or a UART serial communications port (RS-232). To establish an
Ethernet connection to the iVu, configure the external device with the correct IP address and TCP port. To use the serial
communications connection, configure the port settings for baud rate, data bits, parity, and stop bits on the iVu to match
the settings of the external device.

14.1.1 Communication Channels

The iVu supports up to four communications channels. To access the channels, go to Main Menu > System >
Communications.
• Command Channel—A bi-directional communication protocol that currently supports ASCII and enables other
devices to remotely control the iVu and access device information and inspection results
• Industrial Ethernet—A bi-directional communication channel that allows the user to control the device and access
device results using Ethernet/IP
• Data Export—Used to export selected inspection data to a remote device
• Image Export—Used to export inspection images to a remote device
Data export and command channel can be configured for either Ethernet or Serial I/O, but not both. Image export is only
available over Ethernet. The following table summarizes valid communication channel configuration options.
Command Channels

Command Channel

Industrial Ethernet

Data Export
Image Export
14.1.2 Industrial Ethernet
Main Menu > System > Communications > Industrial Ethernet
The iVu device can be controlled or monitored over Industrial Ethernet using Ethernet/IP
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PROFINET protocols. This document will help you to set up the iVu in the desired configuration and provide you with
information you will need to connect to the master device (PLC, HMI, etc.).
14.1.3 Command Channel
The iVu command channel is a bi-directional communication protocol that currently supports ASCII via either Ethernet or
the RS-232 serial interface, and enables other devices to remotely control the iVu sensor and access sensor results.
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