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04/19/2017
Version: 5.7.0.36
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Fixed Mount Readers

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  • Page 1 ® DataMan Fixed Mount Readers Reference Manual 04/19/2017 Version: 5.7.0.36...

  • Page 2: Legal Notices

    Copyright © 2017. Cognex Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Portions of the hardware and software provided by Cognex may be covered by one or more U.S. and foreign patents, as well as pending U.S. and foreign patents listed on the Cognex web site at: http://www.cognex.com/patents.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Legal Notices Table of Contents About This Manual Symbols Safety Information Warnings And Notices Mechanical Information DataMan 50 Reader Dimensions DataMan 60 Reader Dimensions DataMan 70 Series Reader Dimensions DataMan 150 Reader Dimensions DataMan 260 Reader Dimensions DataMan 300 Series Reader Dimensions DataMan 360 Series Reader Dimensions DataMan 503 Reader Dimensions...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers Power Requirements DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers Acquisition Triggering DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers High Speed Output Lines DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers High Speed Output Wiring DataMan 503 Discrete I/O Connector DataMan 503 RS-232 Serial Connector DataMan 503 External Light Control DataMan 503 High-Speed Output Wiring...
  • Page 5 Table of Contents DataMan Master/Slave Configuration Master Slaves Data Formatting Limitations Synchronized Acquisition Using C/CS-Mount Lenses Aperture Setting Selecting Optimum Focus Optimizing Performance Read Interval and Timeout Configuration Optimizing Burst Trigger Parameters Reducing DataMan Processing Requirements Avoiding Reflections and Glare Application Guide Understanding Your Application Envelope Tote Scanning...

  • Page 6: About This Manual

    About This Manual About This Manual The DataMan Fixed Mount Readers Reference provides detailed information on the configuration and operation of DataMan fixed-mount readers. It includes the following sections: Safety Information Mechanical Information Electrical Information Optics and Lighting Operation Application Guide Symbols The following symbols indicate safety precautions and supplemental information.

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Do not attempt to service or repair this product - return it to Cognex for service. Do not permit anyone other than Cognex Corporation to service, repair, or adjust this product.

  • Page 8: Mechanical Information

    Mechanical Information Mechanical Information This section provides information on various mechanical features of the DataMan 50, DataMan 60, DataMan 70, DataMan 150, DataMan 260, DataMan 300, DataMan 360 and DataMan 503 series readers, such as dimensions, lens replacement, mounting information, as well as thermal and environmental requirements. DataMan 50 Reader Dimensions...

  • Page 9: Dataman 60 Reader Dimensions

    Mechanical Information DataMan 60 Reader Dimensions...

  • Page 10: Dataman 70 Series Reader Dimensions

    Mechanical Information DataMan 70 Series Reader Dimensions...

  • Page 11: Dataman 150 Reader Dimensions

    Mechanical Information DataMan 150 Reader Dimensions DataMan 150 dimensions in the straight configuration: DataMan 150 dimensions in the angled configuration:...

  • Page 12: Dataman 260 Reader Dimensions

    Mechanical Information DataMan 260 Reader Dimensions DataMan 260 dimensions in the straight configuration: DataMan 260 dimensions in the angled configuration:...

  • Page 13: Dataman 300 Series Reader Dimensions

    Mechanical Information DataMan 300 Series Reader Dimensions M3-5 (4x) mounting holes of the device M3-6 (4x) mounting holes for external illumination Illumination lights Operating buttons S-Mount (M12) Lens version C-Mount Lens version...
  • Page 14 Mechanical Information...

  • Page 15: Dataman 360 Series Reader Dimensions

    Mechanical Information DataMan 360 Series Reader Dimensions DataMan 360 dimensions without lens and with C-mount and S-mount lens options: M3-5 (4x) mounting holes of the device M3-6 (4x) mounting holes for external illumination Illumination lights Operating buttons C-Mount Lens version S-Mount (M12) Lens version...

  • Page 16: Dataman 503 Reader Dimensions

    Mechanical Information DataMan 503 Reader Dimensions...

  • Page 17: Service Procedures

    Mechanical Information Service Procedures DataMan 50 Service Procedures DataMan 50 can operate in one of three distance ranges. Perform the following steps to set the focus position: 1. Remove the screws, the lens cover and the rubber part. 2. Set the focus position using a coin. Do not use a coin thicker than 2 mm. If no coin is available, use the edge of the back cover.

  • Page 18: Dataman 60 Service Procedures

    Mechanical Information DataMan 60 Service Procedures DataMan 60 can operate in one of three distance ranges. Perform the following steps to set the focus position: 1. Remove the lens cover. 2. Set the focus position to 45, 70, or 110: turn the lens cap clockwise (45->70->110) to focus to a larger distance; turn the lens cap counter-clockwise (110->70->45) to focus to a shorter distance.

  • Page 19: Dataman 70 Service Procedures

    Mechanical Information DataMan 70 Service Procedures DataMan 70 can operate in one of three distance ranges. Follow the steps below to set the focus position. 1. Remove the screws and the front cover. 2. Using a flathead screwdriver, set the focus position from the front. Always turn clockwise to focus to a larger distance and counterclockwise to focus to a shorter distance.
  • Page 20 Mechanical Information 3. Remount the front cover. Observing the tightening sequence below, tighten all four screws to 9 Ncm using a torque wrench.

  • Page 21: Dataman 150 And 260 Series Service Procedures

    Mechanical Information DataMan 150 and 260 Series Service Procedures Setting the Focus Position of a DataMan 150 or DataMan 260 Reader DataMan 150 and 260 can operate in one of three distance ranges. Follow the steps below to set the focus position. 1.
  • Page 22 Mechanical Information Changing from a 6.2 mm Lens to a 16 mm Lens on a DataMan 150 or DataMan 260 Reader Perform the following steps to change a 6.2 mm lens to a 16 mm lens on your DataMan 150 or 260 reader. Note: Disconnect the DataMan 150 or 260 reader from power before changing lenses.
  • Page 23 Mechanical Information 4. Attach the 16 mm lens mount. DataMan 150 DataMan 260 5. Fasten the two Phillips head screws to 0.06 Nm using a torque wrench. 6. In the case of a manual focus lens, press the 16 mm lens cap onto the lens. The lens has 12 cutouts so it can be locked in steps of 30 degrees.
  • Page 24 Mechanical Information 8. Attach the extended front cover. Observing the tightening sequence below, tighten all four screws to 9 Ncm using a torque wrench. DataMan 150 DataMan 260 Note: The rib in the front cover must be oriented to the top side.

  • Page 25: Dataman 300 And 360 Series Service Procedures

    Mechanical Information DataMan 300 and 360 Series Service Procedures Replacing a 10.3 mm Lens To remove and replace a 10.3 mm lens of a DataMan 300 or 360 series reader, perform the following steps: WARNING: Disconnect the DataMan reader from power before continuing. CAUTION: Do not leave the image sensor exposed to the environment.
  • Page 26 Mechanical Information DataMan 300 DataMan 360 4. Loosen the lens locking ring and withdraw the module. DataMan 300 DataMan 360 When reinstalling the module, observe the following precautions: Make sure that the liquid lens cable is not pinched, pulled or crimped during installation. 5.
  • Page 27 Mechanical Information Replacing a 16 mm (SHD) Lens To remove and replace a 16 mm (SHD) lens of a DataMan 300 or 360 series reader, perform the following steps: WARNING: Disconnect the DataMan reader from power before continuing. CAUTION: Do not leave the image sensor exposed to the environment. 1.
  • Page 28 Mechanical Information Avoid rotating the lens when you insert it. Press the rubber lens-locking cone into the reader until it snaps into place inside the C-mount threads and around the nose of the 16 mm lens. When reattaching the front cover, tighten the screws in the sequence shown and observe a torque limit of 9 N-cm (0.8 Lb-In).
  • Page 29 Mechanical Information 3. Push the wires into the space behind the lens. 4. Place the spacer over the front of the unit. DataMan 300 DataMan 360 Ensure that the gasket side is toward and lines up with the unit. 5. Blow out the cover with compressed air. 6.
  • Page 30 Mechanical Information 7. Screw in the four 196-1156R screws using a size 2.5 metric torque driver. Tighten the screws in the sequence shown and observe a torque limit of 0.4 N-m. With a DM300-HPIL-RE or DM300-HPIL-RE-P Cover 1. First, attach the liquid lens cable to the unit. 2.
  • Page 31 Mechanical Information 5. Place the spacer over the front of the unit. DataMan 300 DataMan 360 Ensure that the gasket side is toward and lines up with the unit. 6. Screw in the four 196-1156R screws using a size 2.5 metric torque driver. Tighten the screws in the sequence shown and observe a torque limit of 0.4 N-m.
  • Page 32 Mechanical Information 7. Place the cover on the unit. DataMan 300 DataMan 360 8. Screw in the four screws. Tighten the screws in the sequence shown below and observe a torque limit of 9 N-cm. Note: The protection foil must be removed from both light (outer) and lens (center) foils of the polarized cover. Replacing a C-Mount Lens To remove and replace a C-Mount lens of a DataMan 300 or 360 series reader, perform the following steps: WARNING:...
  • Page 33 Mechanical Information 3. Remove the C-Mount cover base. DataMan 300 DataMan 360 4. Remove the lens. DataMan 300 DataMan 360 When replacing the lens, observe the following precaution: When you attach the front cover, align the peg on the reader and the slot on the cover so that the cover locks in place.

  • Page 34: Dataman 503 Service Procedures

    Mechanical Information DataMan 503 Service Procedures Replacing a C, S, or CS-Mount Lens To remove and replace a CS-Mount lens of a DataMan 503 reader, perform the following steps: WARNING: Disconnect the DataMan reader from power before continuing. CAUTION: Do not leave the image sensor exposed to the environment. 1.

  • Page 35: Mounting Requirements

    Mechanical Information Mounting Requirements The DataMan 150, 260, 300, 360 and 503 series readers provide four threaded attachment points, located as shown in the previous sections: DataMan 70 Series Reader Dimensions DataMan 150 Series Reader Dimensions DataMan 260 Series Reader Dimensions DataMan 300 Series Reader Dimensions DataMan 360 Series Reader Dimensions DataMan 503 Reader Dimensions...

  • Page 36: Grounding

    If you want to mount your reader to an electrically isolated bracket, the reader needs to be individually grounded. For this purpose, Cognex recommends that you connect at least one of the 4 mounting holes on the bottom of the device with a minimum 22 gauge grounding wire to system ground (PE).

  • Page 37: Thermal And Environmental Requirements

    Mechanical Information Thermal and Environmental Requirements See the following table for thermal and environmental requirements: Operating temperature 0 ºC — 40 ºC (32 ºF — 104 ºF) Storage temperature -10 ºC — 60 ºC (-14 ºF — 140 ºF) Maximum humidity 95% (non-condensing) DataMan 50, 150, 260, 300, 360 and 503 IP Rating The DataMan 50, 503, and the DataMan 150, 260, 300 and 360 series readers provide IP65 protection against dust and...

  • Page 38: Electrical Information

    Electrical Information Electrical Information DataMan 50 and 60 Discrete I/O Connector The I/O cable provides access to trigger and high-speed outputs. Unused wires can be clipped short or tied back using a tie made of non-conductive material. For RS-232, use the Power Supply return path for ground. Note: GND (Pin 4) is connected to the reader housing, cable shield, and DB15 shell.

  • Page 39: Dataman 50 And 60 Rs-232 & Flying Leads I/O Cable

    Electrical Information DataMan 50 and 60 RS-232 & Flying Leads I/O Cable You can connect a cable with RS-232 & flying leads to the cable that is attached to the device. The following table shows the pinout and color description of the flying leads. Color Signal Black...

  • Page 40: Dataman 50 And 60 External Wiring Examples: Digital Input Lines

    Electrical Information DataMan 50 and 60 External Wiring Examples: Digital Input Lines The following figures show external wiring examples for digital input lines for the DataMan 50. The DataMan 60 has the same characteristics.

  • Page 41: Dataman 50 And 60 Digital Output Lines

    Electrical Information DataMan 50 and 60 Digital Output Lines The digital outputs can be used as either NPN (pull-down) or PNP (pull-up) lines. For NPN lines, the external load should be connected between the output and the positive supply voltage (<26V). The outputs pull down to less than 3V when ON, which causes current to flow through the load.
  • Page 42 Electrical Information...

  • Page 43: Dataman 50 And 60 External Wiring Examples: Digital Output Lines

    Electrical Information DataMan 50 and 60 External Wiring Examples: Digital Output Lines The following figures show external wiring examples for digital input lines for the DataMan 50. The DataMan 60 has the same characteristics.

  • Page 44: Dataman 70 And 150 Discrete I/O Connector

    Electrical Information DataMan 70 and 150 Discrete I/O Connector You can connect a cable with USB & flying leads (DM-USBIO-00) to the cable that is attached to the device. The following table shows the pinout and color description of the flying leads. Note: GND (Pin 4) is connected to the reader housing, cable shield, and DB15 shell.

  • Page 45: Dataman 150 Flying Leads Cable

    Electrical Information DataMan 150 Flying Leads Cable You can connect a cable with flying leads (DM50-PWRIO-05) to the cable that is attached to the device. The following table shows the pinout and color description of the flying leads. Color Signal Green Green/Black Brown/White...

  • Page 46: Dataman 260 Discrete I/O Connector

    Electrical Information DataMan 260 Discrete I/O Connector The I/O breakout cable (CCBL-05-01) provides access to trigger and high-speed outputs. Unused wires can be clipped short or tied back using a tie made of non-conductive material. For RS-232, use the Power Supply return path for ground. The drawing on the left shows the plug on the device.

  • Page 47: Dataman 260 Ethernet Cable

    Electrical Information Signal: PoE Ethernet Model DataMan 260 Ethernet Cable The Ethernet cable (CCB-84901-2001-05) provides Ethernet connection for network communications. The Ethernet cable can be connected to a single device or provide connections to multiple devices via a network switch or router. Note: Cables are sold separately.The wiring for this cable follows standard industrial Ethernet M12 specifications.

  • Page 48: Dataman 260 Acquisition Triggering

    Electrical Information X-coded to RJ45 Cable P1 Pin Number Wire Color Signal Name P2 Pin Number White/Orange TxRx A + Orange TxRx A - White/Green TxRx B + Blue TxRx C + White/Blue TxRx C - Green TxRx B - White/Brown TxRx D + Brown...

  • Page 49: Dataman 260 High-Speed Output Lines

    Electrical Information DataMan 260 High-Speed Output Lines The high-speed outputs can be used as either NPN (pull-down) or PNP (pull-up) lines. Specification Description Voltage 28V maximum through external load 50mA maximum sink current Current OFF state leakage current 100µA External load resistance 240 Ohms to 10K Ohms Each line rated at a maximum 50mA, protected against over-current, short circuits and transients from switching inductive loads.
  • Page 50 Electrical Information To connect to a PNP-compatible PLC input, connect Output 0 or Output 1 directly to the PLC input. When enabled, the output pulls the PLC input up to greater than 21VDC. To connect the high-speed outputs to a relay, LED or similar load, connect the negative side of the load to the output and the positive side to +24VDC.

  • Page 51: Dataman 300 And 360 Series Readers Discrete I/O Connector

    Electrical Information DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers Discrete I/O Connector The I/O cable (CCBL-05-01) provides access to trigger and high-speed outputs. Unused wires can be clipped short or tied back using a tie made of non-conductive material. For RS-232, use the Power Supply return path for ground. The drawing on the left shows the plug on the device.

  • Page 52: Dataman 300 And 360 Series Readers External Light Control

    Electrical Information DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers External Light Control A 4-pin cable is provided for the external light control. The drawing on the left shows the socket on the device. This socket does not work if the external light is connected to one of the outputs on the breakout cable.
  • Page 53 Electrical Information Specification DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers and DataMan 503 Reader Description Voltage 26.4V maximum through external load 50mA maximum sink current Current OFF state leakage current 100µA External load resistance 240 Ohms to 10K Ohms Each line rated at a maximum 50mA, protected against over-current, short circuits and transients from switching inductive loads.

  • Page 54: Dataman 300 And 360 Series Readers High Speed Output Wiring

    Electrical Information DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers High Speed Output Wiring To connect to an NPN-compatible PLC input, connect Output 0, Output 1, Output 2, or Output 3 directly to the PLC input. When enabled, the output pulls the PLC input down to less than 3VDC. To connect to a PNP-compatible PLC input, connect Output 0, Output 1, Output 2 or Output 3 directly to the PLC input.

  • Page 55: Dataman 503 Discrete I/O Connector

    Electrical Information DataMan 503 Discrete I/O Connector The Breakout cable provides access to trigger and high-speed outputs.Unused wires can be clipped short or tied back using a tie made of non-conductive material. The drawing on the left shows the plug on the device. DataMan 503 RS-232 Serial Connector...

  • Page 56: Dataman 503 External Light Control

    Electrical Information DataMan 503 External Light Control A 4-pin cable is provided for the external light control. The drawing on the left shows the socket on the device. This socket does not work if the external light is connected to one of the outputs on the I/O cable.

  • Page 57: Dataman 503 Power Requirements

    Electrical Information To connect the high-speed outputs to a relay, LED or similar load, connect the negative side of the load to the output and the positive side to +24VDC. When the output switches on, the negative side of the load is pulled down to less than 3VDC, and 24 appears across the load.

  • Page 58: Connecting The Encoder To A Dataman

    Electrical Information Connecting the Encoder to a DataMan Encoder is supported on the following DataMan devices and with the following conditions: DM50, DM60, DM70, DM150 unidirectional One input counts encoder ticks • One input counts encoder ticks DM260, DM300, DM503 bidirectional •...

  • Page 59: Optics And Lighting

    Optics and Lighting Optics and Lighting This section contains information about the image formation components of the DataMan 50, 60, 70, 150, 260, 503 and DataMan 300 and 360 series readers. DataMan 50 and 60 Reading Distances and Field of View The following chart shows the horizontal field of view for the DataMan 50 and 60 at a range of working distances, together with the supported range of reading distances at 45 mm focus position.
  • Page 60 Optics and Lighting This chart shows the supported range of reading distances at 110 mm focus position. The following table shows the Field of View widths at various distances. Distances in mm DM50/DM60...

  • Page 61: Dataman 70, 150 And 260 Reading Distances And Field Of View

    Optics and Lighting DataMan 70, 150 and 260 Reading Distances and Field of View DataMan 70, 150 and 260 Readers with a 6.2 mm Lens Short Range (Focused to 105 mm) The following tables show the field of view (FoV) widths of the 6.2 mm lens focused to 105 mm at various distances. DM70, DM150 or DM260 Distances in mm 2D min.
  • Page 62 Optics and Lighting DM72, DM152 or DM262 + 6.2 mm Lens Long Range (Focused to 190 mm) The following tables show the FoV widths of the 6.2 mm lens focused to 190 mm at various distances. DM150 or DM260 Distances in mm 2D min.
  • Page 63 Optics and Lighting The following maps show the field of view (FoV) of the DataMan 150 or DataMan 260 readers with a 6.2 mm lens. The horizontal and vertical field of view is shown for working distances of 150 mm, 190 mm, 225 mm, 375 mm and 500 DM150 or DM260 + 6.2 mm Lens DM152 or DM262 + 6.2 mm Lens...
  • Page 64 Optics and Lighting DataMan 150 or DataMan 260 Readers with a 16 mm Lens The following tables show the field of view (FoV) widths of the 16 mm lens at various distances. DM150 or DM260 Distances in mm 2D min. code 1D min.
  • Page 65 Optics and Lighting DM152 or DM262 + 16 mm Lens...

  • Page 66: Dataman 300 And 360 Series Readers Reading Distances And Field Of View

    Optics and Lighting DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers Reading Distances and Field of View The DataMan 300 and 360 series readers: DataMan 300/360, DataMan 302/362, and DataMan 303/363 have different fields of view because of the different regions of the sensor used by each reader. Scan Map for DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers Using a 10.3 mm Lens The map below shows the field of view of the DataMan 300/360, DataMan 302/362 and DataMan 303/363 readers with a 10.3 mm lens (with or without a liquid lens).

  • Page 67: Scan Map For Dataman 300 And 360 Series Readers Using A 16 Mm Lens

    Optics and Lighting Scan Map for DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers Using a 16 mm Lens This map shows the field of view of the DataMan 300/360, DataMan 302/362 and DataMan 303/363 readers with a 16 mm lens. The FoV values are shown as follows: outer: DM302/362, DM303/363 inner: DM300/360 The reading distances for the DM300/360 and DM302/362 readers are the same.

  • Page 68: Scan Map For Dataman 300 And 360 Series Readers Using A 19 Mm Lens

    Optics and Lighting Scan Map for DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers Using a 19 mm Lens This map shows the field of view of the DataMan 300/360, DataMan 302/362 and DataMan 303/363 readers with a 19 mm lens (with or without a liquid lens). The FoV values are shown as follows: outer: DM302/362, DM303/363 inner: DM300/360...

  • Page 69: Scan Map For Dataman 300 And 360 Series Readers Using A 25 Mm Lens

    Optics and Lighting Scan Map for DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers Using a 25 mm Lens This map shows the field of view of the DataMan 300/360, DataMan 302/362, and DataMan 303/363 readers with a 25 mm lens. The FoV values are shown as follows: outer: DM302/362, DM303/363 inner: DM300/360 The reading distances for the DM300/360 and DM302/362 readers are the same.

  • Page 70: Dataman 503 Readers Reading Distance And Field Of View

    Optics and Lighting DataMan 503 Readers Reading Distance and Field of View The following scan maps show the reading distance and field of view charts for the various lenses that can be used with the DataMan 503 reader. Scan Map for DataMan 503 Series Readers Using a 16 mm Lens Module The following map shows the reading distance and field of view charts for the DataMan 503 reader with a 16 mm lens for 1-D codes.

  • Page 71: Scan Map For Dataman 503 Series Readers Using A 25 Mm Lens Module

    Optics and Lighting Scan Map for DataMan 503 Series Readers Using a 25 mm Lens Module The following map shows the reading distance and field of view charts for the DataMan 503 reader with a 25 mm lens for 1-D codes. The minimum 1-D resolution is at 1.2 pixels per module. The following map shows the reading distance and field of view charts for the DataMan 503 reader with a 25 mm lens for 2-D codes.

  • Page 72: Cs-Mount Lens Characteristics

    Optics and Lighting The following map shows the reading distance and field of view charts for the DataMan 503 reader with a 35 mm lens for 2-D codes. The minimum 2-D resolution is at 2.5 pixels per module. CS-Mount Lens Characteristics This section provides information on using CS-mount lenses.

  • Page 73: Internal Lighting

    Optics and Lighting Internal Lighting This section describes the working mechanism of the built-in lighting of DataMan 50, 60, 70, 150, 260, 503 and DataMan 300 and 360 series readers. DataMan 50 and 60 Internal Lighting All DataMan 50 and 60 readers include built-in (internal) lighting. During operation, the DataMan 50 and 60 automatically regulate image exposure time and imager gain to produce usable image quality at the highest possible frame rate.
  • Page 74 Optics and Lighting...
  • Page 75 Optics and Lighting Tuning By tuning, your DataMan 300 or DataMan 360 series reader automatically selects the best settings for the given reading situation, based on parameters of illumination, camera and decoder properties, and focal distance. Use this feature to create an optimum setting to read your DataMatrix codes.

  • Page 76: External Lighting

    Optics and Lighting External Lighting This section details the external lighting options for DataMan 50, 60, 503 and DataMan 300 and 360 series readers. DataMan 50 and 60 External Lighting The DataMan 50 and 60 readers have a dedicated output for external light control. In addition, the DataMan 60 has an external illumination connector on the front side of the reader.
  • Page 77 Optics and Lighting...

  • Page 78: Dataman 50 And 60 External Load Strobe Output

    Optics and Lighting DataMan 50 and 60 External Load Strobe Output The following image shows the external load strobe output for the DataMan 50. The DataMan 60 has the same characteristics. DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers External Lighting On the back of the reader, there is a socket dedicated to external light control. There are four mounting holes on the front of the reader to mount external illumination.
  • Page 79 Optics and Lighting You can control the intensity output of the external illumination connector if the external illumination you use supports this control. Go to the Light Settings tab of the DataMan Setup Tool’s Light and Imager Settings pane, check the External checkbox and change the intensity according to your needs.

  • Page 80: Dataman 50, 60, 300 And 360 External Lighting Duration

    Optics and Lighting Using coaxial (DOAL) light Using dark field light Using ring light Using spot light DataMan 50, 60, 300 and 360 External Lighting Duration In all cases, as soon as the trigger is detected, external illumination is turned on. There is a 600 µSec pre-charge time before exposure starts;...

  • Page 81: Dataman 503 External Lighting Duration

    Optics and Lighting In non-autoregulation cases, exposure occurs for an amount of time you specify. You can configure this time in the DataMan Setup Tool’s Light and Imager Settings pane. When exposure ends, illumination is turned off. Altogether, the exposure duration equals the exposure time you set and the 600 µSec pre-charge time. If autoregulation is enabled, the duration can vary depending on the maximum allowed exposure value configured and the computed exposure time (which will be different for each acquisition).

  • Page 82: Operations Guide

    Operations Guide Operations Guide This section contains information about configuring and using your DataMan reader. Trigger Modes The fixed-mount DataMan readers provide the following trigger modes: Self-Trigger DataMan fixed mount readers support self-triggered operation. In self-trigger mode, the reader automatically detects and decodes codes in its field of view.

  • Page 83: Package Detection Support

    Operations Guide Presentation mode is similar to manual trigger mode, without using the trigger as a signal to start acquisition. Package Detection Support You can connect your package detection sensor to one of the digital inputs of your DataMan reader. When the reader receives a signal that a package is detected, images that the reader collected are not discarded at the end of the trigger.

  • Page 84: Code Training

    Operations Guide Check Automatic Triggering, and the reader will simulate external triggers at the interval that you specify. This allows you to examine the result of each trigger and images with the configuration used in production but at a slower rate. Because inputs and outputs are disabled, the reader will not interfere with the normal operation of your line.

  • Page 85: Retrieving Buffered Images

    Operations Guide Retrieving Buffered Images You can use the DataMan Setup Tool to view and download images from your DataMan device, or you can configure the DataMan reader to automatically transfer the buffered images to an FTP server that you specify. For more information, see the DataMan Setup Tool Quick Reference Guide.

  • Page 86: Slaves

    Operations Guide cause the master reader to wait for a specified period of time for slave readers to send data before collecting the results and transmitting them. After a read attempt, only the master reader transmits a result. It combines all of the available results from the other readers in the group in the same way that multicode results are combined.
  • Page 87 Operations Guide Connecting DataMan 503 Devices Through the Synchronized Acquisition Cable Plug the synchronized acquisition cable into the dedicated connector on the DataMan 503. If you are connecting more than two DataMan 503 devices, you need a Y connector with female ends to be able to use the synchronized acquisition cables.

  • Page 88: Using C/Cs-Mount Lenses

    Operations Guide Using C/CS-Mount Lenses Aperture Setting Because of the extreme sensitivity of the DataMan image sensor, for most applications, a small aperture (F8 or less) provides sufficient light for full-rate image processing while also maximizing depth of field. Selecting Optimum Focus You can enter live video, but for best focus optimization, place the reader in automatic trigger mode and adjust the focus until the peak read rate is obtained.

  • Page 89: Reducing Dataman Processing Requirements

    Operations Guide Reducing DataMan Processing Requirements The more information that you can provide to DataMan about your application, the less work – and processing time – will be required to decode symbols. Only enable the symbologies that your application uses. Disabling unused symbologies reduces processing time.

  • Page 90: Application Guide

    Application Guide Application Guide This section provides specific recommendations tailored to specific types of applications. Except for the sections about Multi-Reader Configurations and Variable Size Box Conveyer, all sections apply to all the DataMan fixed-mount readers. Understanding Your Application Envelope A wide variety of factors affects the performance and capabilities of the DataMan in a given application.

  • Page 91: Tote Scanning

    Application Guide Parameter Description The degree to which a code may be rotated, tilted, or pitched with respect to a Tilt, pitch, rotation, and package plane perpendicular to the DataMan optical axis. spacing Package spacing means a distance in time. If you use a conveyor that moves very fast, you need more space between the boxes.

  • Page 92: Side Scanning

    Application Guide The following table lists typical values for this application: Parameter Typical Values Line speed 50 FPM Nominal working distance 6-12" Working distance range +/- 5" Working width 6" Tilt, pitch, and rotation +/- 2° Code module size 20 Mil Codes per minute 20-30 Trigger and output signals...

  • Page 93: Print Verification (Carton Coding And Print & Apply)

    Application Guide Parameter Typical Values Nominal working distance 6-12" Working distance range +/- 1" Working width 12-24" Tilt, pitch, and rotation +/- 2° Code module size 20 Mil Codes per minute 100-200 Trigger and output signals Optional Print Verification (Carton Coding and Print & Apply) This configuration reads and verifies codes from packages immediately after they are applied.

  • Page 94: Manual Presentation Scanning

    Application Guide Manual Presentation Scanning This configuration reads codes from objects presented manually. The following table lists the typical values for this application: Parameter Typical Values Line speed Nominal working distance 10-20" Working distance range +/- 10- Working width 10-20 +/- 20°...

  • Page 95: Precautions

    Precautions Precautions Observe these precautions when installing the Cognex product, to reduce the risk of injury or equipment damage: To reduce the risk of damage or malfunction due to over-voltage, line noise, electrostatic discharge (ESD), power surges, or other irregularities in the power supply, route all cables and wires away from high-voltage power sources.
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