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Cognex In-Sight VC200 Reference Manual

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In-Sight
Vision Controller
Reference Guide
2018 March 29
Revision: 7.8.0.7
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  • Page 1 ® In-Sight VC200 Vision Controller Reference Guide 2018 March 29 Revision: 7.8.0.7...

  • Page 2: Legal Notices

    Copyright © 2017 - 2018. 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 Open Source Libraries Table of Contents Symbols Regulations/Conformity China RoHS For European Community Users Precautions Introduction Support Standard Components Accessories Mounting Brackets Power Supply Terminal Block Kit HDMI Cable Connectors and Indicators Installation Mount the Vision Controller Install the Accessory Wall Mounting Brackets...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Vision Controller Dimensions Wire Inputs and Outputs Input from PLC - Current Sinking Input from PLC - Current Sourcing Output to PLC - Current Sinking Output to PLC - Current Sourcing Output to Pilot Light - Current Sinking Output to Pilot Light - Current Sourcing Connect a Single DS900 Sensor with Encoder Connect Two DS900 Sensors...

  • Page 5: Symbols

    Symbols Symbols The following symbols indicate safety precautions and supplemental information. WARNING: This symbol indicates the presence of a hazard that could result in death, serious personal injury or electrical shock. CAUTION: This symbol indicates the presence of a hazard that could result in property damage. Note: Notes provide supplemental information about a subject.

  • Page 6: Regulations/Conformity

    Regulations/Conformity Regulations/Conformity Note: For the most up-to-date CE declaration and regulatory conformity information, please refer to the Cognex online support site: http://www.cognex.com/Support. Safety and Regulatory Cognex Corporation Manufacturer One Vision Drive Natick, MA 01760 USA Regulatory Model 1AAL FCC Part 15, Class A This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 7: China Rohs

    表示用于本部件的至少一种均质材料中所含的危害物质超过GB / T26572 - 2011 的限制要求。 For European Community Users Cognex complies with Directive 2012/19/EU OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 4 July 2012 on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This product has required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production. It may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment, if not properly disposed.

  • Page 8: Precautions

    The vision controller is intended to be supplied by a NRTL listed power supply with a minimum output rated 24VDC, 3.5A and must be used with the Cognex-supplied 24VDC power connector. Any other voltage creates a risk of fire or shock and can damage the components. Applicable national and local wiring standards and rules must be followed.

  • Page 9: Introduction

    DIN-rail mountable. Support Several resources are available to assist you in using the vision controller with the connected Cognex device: The ISC-7000 Series Camera Reference Guide, included with In-Sight VC Explorer software. The ISC-8000 Series Camera Reference Guide, included with In-Sight VC Explorer software.

  • Page 10: Standard Components

    The vision controller is shipped with the components listed below. Note: If any of the standard components appear to be missing or damaged, immediately contact your Cognex Authorized Service Provider (ASP) or Cognex Technical Support. The number and type of cameras or sensors included with the vision controller will vary based on the product kit.

  • Page 11: Accessories

    Introduction Accessories The following components can be purchased separately. For a complete list of options and accessories, contact your local Cognex sales representative. Mounting Brackets Description Part Number BKT-WALL-VC200-01 Brackets for wall-mounting the vision controller. Description Part Number Bracket for mounting the vision controller to a 35 x 15mm DIN rail.

  • Page 12: Terminal Block Kit

    Introduction Terminal Block Kit Description Part Number Terminal block kit includes replacement terminal blocks and connectors for the vision controller: 820-10138-1R INPUTS terminal blocks OUTPUTS terminal blocks 24VDC power connector HDMI Cable The shielded HDMI cable provides connection to a display device. The pin-outs for the cable are listed in the HDMI Cable Specifications on page 36.

  • Page 13: Connectors And Indicators

    In-Sight cameras, DS900 sensors and DS1000 sensors. These ports also provide power and LEDs to Cognex industrial devices that support Power over Ethernet (PoE). The green LED is solid when the connected device is running at 1000 Mbps; the green LED is off when the connected device is running at 10/100 Mbps.
  • Page 14 Introduction Connector/Indicator Function VIDEO OUT The VIDEO OUT port is a locking HDMI port that provides connection to a display device. VIDEO OUT Port on page 31 Port For more information, refer to SD Card Slot The SD card slot is used to save images, run time files and results. LEDs PWR LED: The green PWR LED illuminates to indicate that the vision controller is powered on.

  • Page 15: Installation

    Note: The vision controller may be optionally mounted using the accessory wall mounting bracket (BKT-WALL- VC200-01) or to a 15mm DIN rail, using the accessory DIN rail mounting bracket (BKT-DIN-VC200-01).The DIN rail mounting bracket accessory is not suitable for a 7.5mm profile DIN rail. Please contact your Cognex sales representative for more information.

  • Page 16: Install The Accessory Wall Mounting Brackets

    Installation Install the Accessory Wall Mounting Brackets The accessory wall mounting bracket kit (BKT-WALL-VC200-01) includes two wall mounting brackets and M4 screws (quantity 4) to secure the controller to a mounting surface. CAUTION: The vision controller must be mounted in a vertical orientation with the top of the controller up, and cannot be mounted in a horizontal orientation.

  • Page 17: Install The Accessory Din Rail Mounting Bracket

    Installation Install the Accessory DIN Rail Mounting Bracket The accessory DIN rail mounting bracket kit (BKT-DIN-VC200-01) includes the DIN rail bracket and M4 screws (quantity 4) to secure the controller to a 35 x 15mm DIN rail. Note: The DIN rail mounting bracket accessory is not suitable for a 7.5mm profile DIN rail. CAUTION: The vision controller must be mounted in a vertical orientation with the top of the controller up, and cannot be mounted in a horizontal orientation.

  • Page 18: Connect The Isc-7000 Series Camera

    Series Camera Reference Guide for complete camera installation steps and specifications. CAUTION: Cognex recommends only cold-plugging the camera; turn the vision controller power off when connecting or disconnecting the camera. 1. Connect the Ethernet cable’s M12 connector to the camera's ENET connector.

  • Page 19: Connect The Isc-8000 Series Camera

    The screws must be tight to ensure a reliable connection. CAUTION: The Ethernet cable must be shielded. For the In-Sight 8405 camera, Cognex strongly recommends Cat 6 or Cat 7 Ethernet cables with S/STP shielding.

  • Page 20: Connect The Ds900 Series Sensor

    Please refer to the DS900 Series and DS1000 Series Sensor Reference Guide for important instructions on their safe use. CAUTION: Cognex recommends only cold-plugging the sensor; turn the vision controller power off when connecting or disconnecting the sensor. The vision controller's CAM ports provide Power over Ethernet (PoE) to supported Cognex devices;...

  • Page 21: Connect The Ds1000 Series Sensor

    Cognex software determines how those lines are used. Cognex recommends unused encoder connections be tied to ground. If encoder signal inputs are left unconnected and your Cognex software is configured to use an encoder, the behavior of the encoder counter is undetermined.

  • Page 22: Connect The Inputs And Outputs Terminal Blocks

    Installation Connect the INPUTS and OUTPUTS Terminal Blocks The vision controller is shipped with four terminal blocks for connecting inputs and outputs. Note: It is recommended that all terminal blocks be installed to the vision controller, even if no devices are wired to the terminal block connectors.

  • Page 23: Connect To An Ethernet Network

    HDMI cable and display; turn the vision controller power off when connecting or disconnecting the HDMI cable. Note: To avoid electromagnetic interference, the HDMI cable must be shielded. A shielded Cognex accessory HDMI cable (CCB-HDMI-VC200-05) is available for purchase separately.

  • Page 24: Connect Usb Devices (Optional)

    If connecting a USB mouse, keyboard or storage device to the vision controller, connect the USB device to one of the vision controller's USB ports. CAUTION: Cognex recommends only cold-plugging USB devices; turn the vision controller power off when connecting or disconnecting USB devices. Note: When using the vision controller in an electrically noisy environment, it is important to use USB devices that are rated for industrial use in the same environment.
  • Page 25 Installation 3. Insert the power supply's +24VDC (Power) wire to Pin 1 and the -24VDC (Return) wire to Pin 2 on the power connector. Connect a frame ground wire from Pin 3 to frame ground. Recommended wiring is 14 - 18 AWG, solid or stranded wire.

  • Page 26: Vision Controller Specifications

    4 RJ-45 dedicated Ethernet ports for connecting directly to supported Cognex devices, additionally CAM Ports supplying power to Cognex industrial cameras and sensors that support Power over Ethernet (PoE). LAN Port 1 RJ-45 Ethernet port, 10/100/1000 BaseT with auto MDIX. IEEE 802.3 TCP/IP Protocol. Dedicated port for connecting to wide area network.
  • Page 27 Vision Controller Specifications Specifications Vision Controller Operating 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) Temperature Storage -30°C to 80°C (-22°F to 176°F) Temperature Humidity 10% - 85%, non-condensing (Operating and Storage) Altitude 2,000m (6565ft) Protection IP30 Shock 30 G, per IEC 60068-2-7EA. (Storage and Shipment) Vibration...

  • Page 28: Inputs

    Vision Controller Specifications Inputs The vision controller features eight independent inputs (INPUTS 0 - 7), which can be used to trigger vision controller events. The inputs are optically isolated and typically connected (directly or indirectly) to a PLC or photoelectric sensor. The vision controller will respond to an event when the voltage difference between the INPUT and INPUT COMMON exceeds 10VDC.

  • Page 29: Outputs

    Vision Controller Specifications Outputs The vision controller features sixteen independent outputs (OUTPUTS 0 -15), which are optically isolated. Refer to Wire Inputs and Outputs on page 38 for common wiring configurations. OUTPUTS 0 - 7 provide up to 50mA current (maximum). These outputs are typically connected (directly or indirectly) to an input, such as a trigger input or PLC input.

  • Page 30: Port And Terminal Block Specifications

    CAM Ports The four CAM ports (CAM 0 - CAM 3) are RJ-45 ports that provide Ethernet connectivity to In-Sight cameras, DS900 sensors and DS1000 sensors. These ports also provide power to Cognex industrial devices that support Power over Ethernet (PoE).

  • Page 31: Video Out Port

    Vision Controller Specifications VIDEO OUT Port The VIDEO OUT port is a locking HDMI port that provides connection to a display device. Pin Number Signal Name D2 + D2 - Shield D2 - D1 + D1 - Shield D1 - D0 + D0 - Shield D0 - CLK +...

  • Page 32: Usb 2.0 Ports

    Vision Controller Specifications USB 2.0 Ports The two USB 2.0 ports can be used to connect mouse, keyboard or mass storage device. Pin Number Signal Name USB 3.0 Port The USB 3.0 port can be used to connect mouse, keyboard or mass storage device. Pin Number Signal Name VBUS...

  • Page 33: Inputs Terminal Block Assignments

    Vision Controller Specifications INPUTS Terminal Block Assignments The INPUTS terminal blocks provide access to a total of 8 inputs and 2 common connections. Recommended wiring is 16 - 26 AWG, solid or stranded wire. CAUTION: The maximum torque that can be applied to the I/O terminal connectors is 0.25 Nm (2.2 in-lb). Applying torque above this limit can damage the connectors.

  • Page 34: Outputs Terminal Block Assignments

    Vision Controller Specifications OUTPUTS Terminal Block Assignments The OUTPUTS terminal blocks provide access to a total of 16 outputs and 2 common connections. Recommended wiring is 16 - 26 AWG, solid or stranded wire. CAUTION: The maximum torque that can be applied to the I/O terminal connectors is 0.25 Nm (2.2 in-lb). Applying torque above this limit can damage the connectors.

  • Page 35: 24Vdc Power Connector Terminal Assignments

    Vision Controller Specifications 24VDC Power Connector Terminal Assignments The 24VDC power connector is used to connect an external power supply to the vision controller. Recommended wiring is 14 - 18 AWG, solid or stranded wire. CAUTION: The maximum torque that can be applied to the 24VDC power connector is 0.6 Nm (5.3 in-lb). Applying torque above this limit can damage the connector.

  • Page 36: Hdmi Cable Specifications

    Vision Controller Specifications HDMI Cable Specifications The shielded HDMI cable provides connection to a display device. P1 Pin Number Signal Wire Color P2 Pin Number D2 + White D2 - Brown D2 - Shield Drain D1 + White D1 - D1 - Shield Drain D0 +...

  • Page 37: Vision Controller Dimensions

    Vision Controller Specifications Vision Controller Dimensions Note: All dimensions are in millimeters [inches] and are for reference purposes only. All specifications are for reference purpose only and may be changed without notice.

  • Page 38: Wire Inputs And Outputs

    Wire Inputs and Outputs Wire Inputs and Outputs The following figures show basic wiring for some of the more common I/O configurations. Input from PLC - Current Sinking To configure the input as a sinking input, connect INPUT COMMON (for example, C1) to the high voltage reference (+24VDC) and connect one of the INPUTS on the same terminal row (for example, INPUT 0) to the OUTPUT of the photoelectric sensor or PLC.

  • Page 39: Input From Plc - Current Sourcing

    Wire Inputs and Outputs Input from PLC - Current Sourcing To configure the input as sourcing input, connect INPUT COMMON (for example, C1) to the low voltage reference (24V COMMON) and one of the INPUTS on the same terminal row (for example, INPUT 0) to the OUTPUT of the photoelectric sensor or PLC.

  • Page 40: Output To Plc - Current Sinking

    Wire Inputs and Outputs Output to PLC - Current Sinking To configure the output as a sinking output, connect OUTPUT COMMON (for example, C1) to the low voltage reference (24V COMMON) and connect one of the OUTPUTS on the same terminal row (for example, OUTPUT 4) to the INPUT of the PLC.

  • Page 41: Output To Plc - Current Sourcing

    Wire Inputs and Outputs Output to PLC - Current Sourcing To configure the output as a sourcing output, connect OUTPUT COMMON (for example, C1) to the high voltage reference (+24VDC) and connect one of the OUTPUTS on the same terminal row (for example, OUTPUT 4) to the INPUT of the PLC.

  • Page 42: Output To Pilot Light - Current Sinking

    Wire Inputs and Outputs Output to Pilot Light - Current Sinking To configure the output as a sinking output, connect OUTPUT COMMON (for example, C2) to the power supply's low voltage reference (24V COMMON) and connect one of the OUTPUTS on the same terminal row (for example, OUTPUT 12) to the pilot light's low voltage reference (24V COMMON).

  • Page 43: Output To Pilot Light - Current Sourcing

    Wire Inputs and Outputs Output to Pilot Light - Current Sourcing To configure the output as a sourcing output, connect OUTPUT COMMON (for example, C2) to the power supply's high voltage reference (+24VDC) and connect one of the OUTPUTS on the same terminal row (for example, OUTPUT 12) to the pilot light's high voltage reference (+24VDC).

  • Page 44: Connect A Single Ds900 Sensor With Encoder

    Wire Inputs and Outputs Connect a Single DS900 Sensor with Encoder CAUTION: The Multifunction cable's PWR (Red) and GND (Blue) flying lead wires must not be connected to any external point or to each other. Unused wires can be clipped short or tied back using a tie made of non-conductive material.

  • Page 45: Connect Two Ds900 Sensors

    Wire Inputs and Outputs Connect Two DS900 Sensors CAUTION: The Multifunction cable's PWR (Red) and GND (Blue) flying lead wires must not be connected to any external point or to each other. Unused wires can be clipped short or tied back using a tie made of non-conductive material.

  • Page 46: Connect Two Ds900 Sensors With Encoder

    Wire Inputs and Outputs Connect Two DS900 Sensors with Encoder CAUTION: The Multifunction cable's PWR (Red) and GND (Blue) flying lead wires must not be connected to any external point or to each other. Unused wires can be clipped short or tied back using a tie made of non-conductive material.

  • Page 47: Connect A Single Ds1000 Sensor With Single-Ended Encoder

    Wire Inputs and Outputs Connect a Single DS1000 Sensor with Single-Ended Encoder Connect PhA+ and PhB+ to the encoder outputs. Derive PhA- and PhB- from the encoder voltage source and make them equal to 50% of the encoder reference voltage. For example, if the encoder is connected to 24V, set PhA- and PhB- to 12V.

  • Page 48: Connect Two Ds1000 Sensors - Current Sinking

    Wire Inputs and Outputs Connect Two DS1000 Sensors - Current Sinking Note: For the Power and I/O cable pin assignments, refer to the DS900 Series and DS1000 Series Sensor Reference Guide.

  • Page 49: Connect Two Ds1000 Sensors - Current Sourcing

    Wire Inputs and Outputs Connect Two DS1000 Sensors - Current Sourcing Note: For the Power and I/O cable pin assignments, refer to the DS900 Series and DS1000 Series Sensor Reference Guide.

  • Page 50: Connect Two Ds1000 Sensors With Encoder - Current Sinking

    Wire Inputs and Outputs Connect Two DS1000 Sensors with Encoder - Current Sinking Note: For the Power and I/O cable pin assignments, refer to the DS900 Series and DS1000 Series Sensor Reference Guide. The frequency of encoder pulses must not exceed 50 kHz.

  • Page 51: Connect Two Ds1000 Sensors With Encoder - Current Sourcing

    Wire Inputs and Outputs Connect Two DS1000 Sensors with Encoder - Current Sourcing Note: For the Power and I/O cable pin assignments, refer to the DS900 Series and DS1000 Series Sensor Reference Guide. The frequency of encoder pulses must not exceed 50 kHz.

  • Page 52: Cleaning/Maintenance

    Cleaning/Maintenance Cleaning/Maintenance Cleaning the Vision Controller Use a cleaning cloth or brush to remove dirt, dust and smudges from the vision controller. Keep all liquids away from the vision controller connectors and openings. CAUTION: Cleaning chemicals should not be used on the vision controller.

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