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LASER dISPLACEMENT SENSOR
HL-G1
User's Manual
SEN TRONIC
Rugghölzli 2
Tel. +41 (0)56 222 38 18
mailbox@sentronic.com
AG
CH - 5453 Busslingen
Fax +41 (0)56 222 10 12
www.sentronic.com
Produkte, Support und Service

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  • Page 1 LASER dISPLACEMENT SENSOR HL-G1 User’s Manual SEN TRONIC Rugghölzli 2 Tel. +41 (0)56 222 38 18 mailbox@sentronic.com CH - 5453 Busslingen Fax +41 (0)56 222 10 12 www.sentronic.com Produkte, Support und Service...
  • Page 2 This manual and everything described in it are copyrighted. You may not copy this manual, in whole or part, without written consent of Panasonic Electric Works Europe AG (PEWEU). PEWEU pursues a policy of continuous improvement of the design and performance of its products.
  • Page 3 Important Symbols The following symbols are used in this manual: Warning The warning triangle indicates especially important safety in- structions. If they are not adhered to, the results could be fatal or critical injury. Caution Indicates that you should proceed with caution. Failure to do so may result in injury or significant damage to in- struments or their contents, e.g.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents HL-G1 User's Manual Table of Contents 1. Introduction ................1 Safety Instructions ..................2 1.1.1 Safety Instructions for Laser Handling ............3 1.1.2 Safety Instructions for Installation, Maintenance, and Inspection....3 1.1.3 Safety Instructions for the Power Supply ........... 5 1.1.4...
  • Page 5 Table of Contents HL-G1 User's Manual I/O Circuit Diagrams .................28 Analog Output Circuit ................30 When the Status of the Output Data Is Undefined ........31 Time Diagrams ..................33 4. Functions ................37 Classification of Functions................38 List of Functions and Default Settings............39 Control Panel and Digital Display.............43...
  • Page 6 HL-G1 User's Manual Table of Contents 4.4.4.4 Measurement Value Display on Panel..........65 4.4.5 Analog Functions ..................65 4.4.5.1 Analog Output Selection ..............66 4.4.5.2 Analog Scaling ................67 4.4.6 Alarm Functions ..................68 4.4.6.1 Analog Output at Alarm..............68 4.4.6.2...
  • Page 7 Table of Contents HL-G1 User's Manual 5.2.1.2 Write Command (Format 1) ............95 5.2.1.3 Write Command (Format 2) ............95 5.2.2 Read Status of the Sensor Outputs (Format 3)........96 5.2.3 Read Buffered Data from the Sensor Memory (Formats 4 – 6) ....98 5.2.3.1...
  • Page 8 Mutual Interference Area................ 127 8.2.2 Output Characteristics................130 Sensor Head Dimensions ..............131 8.3.1 Standard Type (HL-G1□□-A-C5)............131 8.3.2 Multifunction Type (HL-G1□□-S-J) ............132 Index...................133 Record of Changes SEN TRONIC Rugghölzli 2 Tel. +41 (0)56 222 38 18 mailbox@sentronic.com CH - 5453 Busslingen Fax +41 (0)56 222 10 12 www.sentronic.com...
  • Page 9 SEN TRONIC Rugghölzli 2 Tel. +41 (0)56 222 38 18 mailbox@sentronic.com CH - 5453 Busslingen Fax +41 (0)56 222 10 12 www.sentronic.com Produkte, Support und Service...

  • Page 10: Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction SEN TRONIC Rugghölzli 2 Tel. +41 (0)56 222 38 18 mailbox@sentronic.com CH - 5453 Busslingen Fax +41 (0)56 222 10 12 www.sentronic.com Produkte, Support und Service...

  • Page 11: Safety Instructions

    Introduction HL-G1 User's Manual 1.1 Safety Instructions The laser is classified in accordance with JIS (JIS C 6802: 2005) and IEC (IEC 60825-1: 2007) standards. Technical specification Laser wavelength 655nm Maximum output Laser class Familiarize yourself with all safety instructions to ensure safe handling of the device. The safety instructions are broken down according to the cause and location of danger.

  • Page 12: Safety Instructions For Laser Handling

     Contact the nearest office of Panasonic Electric Works SUNX Co., Ltd. if the system breaks down. The product is not provided with a function to stop laser beam radiation automatically when the sensor head is disassembled.
  • Page 13 Introduction HL-G1 User's Manual Areas exposed to vibration or shock at levels higher than those speci- fied (see page 124) Areas exposed to contact with water Areas exposed to too much steam or dust  The life of the semiconductor laser depends on the ambient temperature.

  • Page 14: Safety Instructions For The Power Supply

    HL-G1 User's Manual 1.1 Safety Instructions Inspection  Inspect the system regularly to maintain the performance of the system and make it possible to use the system under optimum conditions.  Check that no I/O terminal connections are loose or disconnected.

  • Page 15: Noise Countermeasures

    Introduction HL-G1 User's Manual  The system will be ready to operate approximately 40 to 50 seconds after the system is turned ON, depending on the contents of settings. Note that the status of the outputs is undefined during startup.

  • Page 16: Safety Symbols And Identification

    HL-G1 User's Manual 1.1 Safety Instructions 1.1.5 Safety Symbols and Identification Read the descriptions of the warning stickers carefully before use. The warning sticker (Eng- lish) is affixed to the side of the sensor head. Warning stickers in Japanese, Korean, and Chinese are enclosed.

  • Page 17: Ce Compliance

    Introduction HL-G1 User's Manual 1.2 CE Compliance To ensure compliance with CE regulations, install the product as follows: NOTE  Make sure that the signal and power lines connected to the product are shorter than 30m.  Attach a suitable ferrite core to the head cable as shown below.

  • Page 18: Export To The Us

    HL-G1 User's Manual 1.3 Export to the US 1.3 Export to the US If the laser product is mounted on equipment and exported to the United States, it is subject to the regulation of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). In order to prevent users from in- jury caused by laser products, the FDA specifies PART 1040 (Performance Standards for Light-Emitting Products).
  • Page 19 Introduction HL-G1 User's Manual 2. Required wherever and whenever such human access to laser radiation levels that exceed the limits of Class I is not necessary for the product to perform its intended function. 3. Required at the protective housing which is designed to be removed or dis-...
  • Page 20 HL-G1 User's Manual 1.3 Export to the US The position of the sticker on the product is shown below. Sticker position on the product SEN TRONIC Rugghölzli 2 Tel. +41 (0)56 222 38 18 mailbox@sentronic.com CH - 5453 Busslingen Fax +41 (0)56 222 10 12 www.sentronic.com...

  • Page 21: Fax +41 (0)56 222 10

    SEN TRONIC Rugghölzli 2 Tel. +41 (0)56 222 38 18 mailbox@sentronic.com CH - 5453 Busslingen Fax +41 (0)56 222 10 12 www.sentronic.com Produkte, Support und Service...

  • Page 22: Before Use

    Chapter 2 Before Use SEN TRONIC Rugghölzli 2 Tel. +41 (0)56 222 38 18 mailbox@sentronic.com CH - 5453 Busslingen Fax +41 (0)56 222 10 12 www.sentronic.com Produkte, Support und Service...

  • Page 23: System Configuration

    Before Use HL-G1 User's Manual 2.1 System Configuration This is how you connect the sensor head to other devices. Analog output Analog signal processing devices (A/D board and digital panel) Sensor head (standard type) Every I/O External devices (PLC etc.)

  • Page 24: List Of Items And Accessories

    The touch terminal of the GT series of Panasonic Electric Works SUNX Co., Ltd. are available as a compact console for the HL-G1. Use a touch terminal to display HL-G1 settings and measurement values transmitted over the RS422 and RS485 connection.
  • Page 25 NOTE  You can download screen data and the User’s Manual for the GT terminal from the website of Panasonic Electric Works SUNX Co., Ltd. (http://panasonic-electric-works.net). Setting and monitoring software HL-G1SMI (optional, multifunction type only!) Download the software free or charge from http://panasonic-electric-works.net.

  • Page 26: Parts Description

    HL-G1 User's Manual 2.3 Parts Description 2.3 Parts Description Laser indicator (LASER) Lights up in green during laser emission. Alarm indicator (ALARM) Lights up in orange if an alarm occurs during measurement. OUT1 indicator (OUT1) Lights up in yellow during OUT1 output.

  • Page 27: Notes On Mounting

    Before Use HL-G1 User's Manual 2.4 Notes on Mounting When mounting the sensor, make sure to use the correct method. NOTE  Before installing the sensor, read the safety instructions about the installa- tion environment, noise countermeasures, and the power supply.

  • Page 28: Mounting Direction Of The Sensor Head

    HL-G1 User's Manual 2.4 Notes on Mounting  Do not pull the cable with a force of more than 29.4N when you connect the cable to the mounted sensor head.  In the case of moving and using the sensor head, pay attention not to bend the cables in excess.
  • Page 29 Before Use HL-G1 User's Manual Measurement of rotating targets When measuring a rotating target, mount the sensor head as shown below to minimize the adverse influence of vertical oscillation or displacement. Measurement of targets with level differences When measuring a moving target that has level differences, mount the sensor head as shown below to minimize interferences caused by the edges of the target.
  • Page 30 HL-G1 User's Manual 2.4 Notes on Mounting Mounting the sensor head to a wall Mount the sensor head to the wall as shown below to ensure that the receiver does not re- ceive light reflected from the wall at different angles. If there is a lot of reflection from the wall, paint the wall surface matte black.
  • Page 31 SEN TRONIC Rugghölzli 2 Tel. +41 (0)56 222 38 18 mailbox@sentronic.com CH - 5453 Busslingen Fax +41 (0)56 222 10 12 www.sentronic.com Produkte, Support und Service...

  • Page 32: Inputs And Outputs

    Chapter 3 Inputs and Outputs SEN TRONIC Rugghölzli 2 Tel. +41 (0)56 222 38 18 mailbox@sentronic.com CH - 5453 Busslingen Fax +41 (0)56 222 10 12 www.sentronic.com Produkte, Support und Service...

  • Page 33: Wiring Colors

    24V DC input for power supply Brown Power supply ground Blue NOTE  There are no SD/RD lines available for the HL-G1□□-A-C5 standard types. SEN TRONIC Rugghölzli 2 Tel. +41 (0)56 222 38 18 mailbox@sentronic.com CH - 5453 Busslingen Fax +41 (0)56 222 10 12 www.sentronic.com...
  • Page 34 HL-G1 User's Manual 3.1 Wiring Colors  The input NP acts as a toggle switch. When the input NP is OFF, the sensor head is in NPN mode. When the input NP is ON, the sensor head is in PNP mode.

  • Page 35: Mi Input

    Inputs and Outputs HL-G1 User's Manual 3.2 MI Input The function of the MI (= multi input) signal is determined by the duration of the signal. To select a function, input the MI signal for the corresponding time t as listed in the table.

  • Page 36: Tm Input

    HL-G1 User's Manual 3.3 TM Input 3.3 TM Input The function of the TM (= timing) input is to control the measurement and judgment output. Depending on the timing mode you have selected (see page 77), inputting the TM signal works differently: ...

  • Page 37: I/O Circuit Diagrams

    Inputs and Outputs HL-G1 User's Manual 3.4 I/O Circuit Diagrams PNP type Lead wire color (Brown) +V (Black) OUT1: Output 1 Load 50mA max. (White) OUT2: Output 2 Load 50mA max. (Gray) OUT3: Output 3 Load 50mA max. (Pink/Purple) NPN/PNP...
  • Page 38 HL-G1 User's Manual 3.4 I/O Circuit Diagrams NPN type Lead wire color (Brown) +V (Black) OUT1: Output 1 Load 50mA max. (White) OUT2: Output 2 Load 50mA max. External (Gray) power OUT3: Output 3 Load supply 3 to 50mA max.

  • Page 39: Analog Output Circuit

    Inputs and Outputs HL-G1 User's Manual 3.5 Analog Output Circuit Lead wire color Analog input (Black) device 0 – 11V Analog voltage output: A (V) 100Ω (Shield) AGND Analog ground: AGND (Gray) 3.2 – 22mA 22Ω Analog current output: A (I)

  • Page 40: When The Status Of The Output Data Is Undefined

    HL-G1 User's Manual 3.6 When the Status of the Output Data Is Undefined 3.6 When the Status of the Output Data Is Undefined During the operation of the system it is possible that the status of the output data becomes undefined, i.e.
  • Page 41 Inputs and Outputs HL-G1 User's Manual This is an example of how the status of the output data becomes undefined after a reset sig- nal while the system is starting to measure the distance again. Reset signal (MI signal ON for 80ms) Time during which the output data is undefined, i.e.

  • Page 42: Time Diagrams

    HL-G1 User's Manual 3.7 Time Diagrams 3.7 Time Diagrams Depending on the measurement type and setting of the parameter "Timing Mode" (see page 77), the timing of the sensor is different. NOTE The function of the MI input is determined by the duration (t) of the signal.
  • Page 43 Inputs and Outputs HL-G1 User's Manual Zero-set function Reset function Laser operation Normal measurement with "Timing Mode" = "One-Shot" Zero ON ON Sensor measurement Sensor measurement and output Zero-set signal is ignored becase the output data status is undefined Function of MI input depends on signal duration, see table at the top...
  • Page 44 HL-G1 User's Manual 3.7 Time Diagrams Sensor measurement and output Output data status is undefined Reset function NOTE 1. When "Timing Mode" = "Hold", it is possible to use the set-to-zero function while the input TM is ON. 2. When "Timing Mode" = "Hold" and TM is ON, selecting the reset function with the input MI causes the output data status to become undefined and remain so until TM turns OFF.
  • Page 45 Inputs and Outputs HL-G1 User's Manual Signal processing when more than one signal is ON The table gives an overview of the system behavior when two signals occur at the same time. Behavior when timing signal is input Behavior when reset signal is...

  • Page 46: Functions

    Chapter 4 Functions SEN TRONIC Rugghölzli 2 Tel. +41 (0)56 222 38 18 mailbox@sentronic.com CH - 5453 Busslingen Fax +41 (0)56 222 10 12 www.sentronic.com Produkte, Support und Service...

  • Page 47: Classification Of Functions

    Functions HL-G1 User's Manual 4.1 Classification of Functions In this table, all functions are classified into eight categories. Classification Digital display Function Function settings for controlling the received light intensity of the Sensing functions sensor. Data processing Function settings for processing measurement values.

  • Page 48: List Of Functions And Default Settings

    HL-G1 User's Manual 4.2 List of Functions and Default Settings 4.2 List of Functions and Default Settings There are two types of settings: 1. Settings that can be saved individually per memory (i.e. 4 different sets of settings). To change to a different set of settings, select another memory (see page 50).
  • Page 49 Functions HL-G1 User's Manual Output functions Function name Description Default setting Type of setting Judgment output Selects the output operation of 2-state (OUT1 and selection (see page OUT1 – OUT3. OUT2)  Sets threshold a +(detection range) Displacement judg-  Sets threshold b...
  • Page 50 HL-G1 User's Manual 4.2 List of Functions and Default Settings COM functions These functions are only available for the multifunction type of the sensor. Function name Description Default setting Type of setting Terminating resistor Selects the terminating resistor for a...
  • Page 51 Functions HL-G1 User's Manual Function name Description Default setting Type of setting Sets a delay time for trigger detec- Trigger delay (see tion (only valid if "Buffering Mode" is page 80) set to "Trigger"). Sets the condition which is used to...

  • Page 52: Control Panel And Digital Display

    HL-G1 User's Manual 4.3 Control Panel and Digital Display 4.3 Control Panel and Digital Display The measurement functions of the sensor are controlled via the control panel. The currently selected function or setting is shown in the digital display. NOTE In order to ensure the performance of the system, allow a warm-up time of at least 30 minutes after the system is turned ON.

  • Page 53: Basic Operation

    Functions HL-G1 User's Manual Item Description Sensor type Digital display Alarm status The function "Digital Output at Alarm"  30mm type (see page 69) can be set to a fixed value.  50/80/120mm type 4.3.1 Basic Operation The following section explains how to operate the sensor after you switch it ON.

  • Page 54: Initialize

    HL-G1 User's Manual 4.3 Control Panel and Digital Display Zero set (see page 85) Sets the measurement value in the digital display as zero. Reset (see page 85) Resets the measurement value kept on hold by the sensor. Threshold a (see page 62) Sets an upper limit for judging the measurement value.

  • Page 55: Save

    Functions HL-G1 User's Manual system will operate with the settings valid before the initialization at the next system start.  While the initialization is executed, the output data status may become un- defined temporarily. Procedure + switch power ON After the start-up screen, the digital display shows "Init".
  • Page 56 HL-G1 User's Manual 4.3 Control Panel and Digital Display Run mode Setting mode Sensing Sampling cycle functions Shutter time Light intensity monitor Data processing Average times functions Analysis mode Span Offset Zero set OFF Output Judgment output selection functions Threshold a...
  • Page 57 Functions HL-G1 User's Manual Run mode Setting mode Analog Analog output selection functions Measurement value A Current a (see note 1) Voltage a (see note 2) Measurement value B Current b (see note 1) Voltage b (see note 2) Alarm...

  • Page 58: Shortcuts

    HL-G1 User's Manual 4.3 Control Panel and Digital Display 4.3.3 Shortcuts Some sensor functions can be accessed quickly with the help of a shortcut. This way, you do not have to navigate through the complete function menu to make settings.

  • Page 59: Function Settings

    Functions HL-G1 User's Manual 4.4 Function Settings The following sections provide detailed information on how to set and use the functions. 4.4.1 Memory Selection Selects the memory for editing settings. To perform measurements with the settings saved in the selected memory, you need to switch the sensor head OFF and ON again.

  • Page 60: Sensing Functions

    HL-G1 User's Manual 4.4 Function Settings  After you have changed the settings for a memory, you need to switch the sensor head OFF and then ON again to work with the memory and its changed settings.  Selecting a different memory may result in a status when the output data is undefined (see page 31).

  • Page 61: Shutter Time

    Functions HL-G1 User's Manual Procedure to confirm 4.4.2.2 Shutter Time Controls the receiving light intensity of the sensor. Depending on the properties of the object to be measured, the amount of reflected light dif- fers. If the shutter time is set to "Auto", the light intensity feedback function automatically modifies the light intensity to an optimum level.

  • Page 62: Light Intensity Monitor

    HL-G1 User's Manual 4.4 Function Settings Procedure to confirm 4.4.2.3 Light Intensity Monitor Indicates the currently received light intensity. The peak light intensity will be displayed in a range of 0 to 4095. The light intensity is good when the light intensity monitor displays a value from approximately 1000 to 1300.

  • Page 63: Data Processing Functions

    Functions HL-G1 User's Manual 4.4.3 Data Processing Functions This function menu contains settings for processing measurement val- ues. 4.4.3.1 Average Function Sets the number of measurements needed for the average function. Use the function to stabilize unstable measurement values and to eliminate variations.
  • Page 64 HL-G1 User's Manual 4.4 Function Settings NOTE  Until the moving-average buffer reaches the number of values set here, the output data status is undefined (see page 31).  An alarm will prevent the sensor from storing measurement values in the moving-average buffer.

  • Page 65: Analysis Mode (Measuring Mode)

    Functions HL-G1 User's Manual 4.4.3.2 Analysis Mode (Measuring Mode) Sets the measuring mode. There are 4 measuring modes available. The bold table entry indicates the default setting. Setting Sample measurement Function Digital display NORMAL The measurement value is output in real time.

  • Page 66: Span

    HL-G1 User's Manual 4.4 Function Settings to confirm 4.4.3.3 Span Sets the multiplication factor for the measurement value. The formula for calculating the value to output is: final measurement value = span x measurement value + offset Output Measuring range...

  • Page 67: Offset

    Functions HL-G1 User's Manual to display the current scaling factor The leftmost digit is selected. Press together to select the next digit. to change the selected digit to confirm 4.4.3.4 Offset Sets an offset value to be added to/subtracted from the measurement value.

  • Page 68: Zero-Set Off

    HL-G1 User's Manual 4.4 Function Settings Procedure The leftmost digit is selected. Press together to select the next digit. to change the selected digit to confirm 4.4.3.5 Zero-set OFF Works as a toggle switch for the zero-set function for measurement values.

  • Page 69: Output Functions

    Functions HL-G1 User's Manual Procedure to confirm 4.4.4 Output Functions This function menu contains settings related to output data processing. 4.4.4.1 Judgment Output Selection Selects the output operation of OUT1 – OUT3. NOTE  OUT3 usually serves as the alarm output. If you select the setting "3-state", alarms will not be output, as OUT3 will be used for the third judgment result.
  • Page 70 HL-G1 User's Manual 4.4 Function Settings The bold table entry indicates the default setting. Display Setting OUT1 OUT2 OUT3 Threshold a Threshold b Displacement (+) OUT1 Logic Judg- Judg- Alarm Output status Output status ment 1 ment 2 Output status...

  • Page 71: Displacement Judgment

    Functions HL-G1 User's Manual 4.4.4.2 Displacement Judgment Sets an upper limit (threshold a), a lower limit (threshold b), and the hysteresis for the judg- ment of measurement values. Item Digital display Setting range Threshold a -95000 to +95000 Threshold b...

  • Page 72: Judgment Output Off Delay

    HL-G1 User's Manual 4.4 Function Settings NOTE  Threshold a needs to be larger than threshold b. However, if the user enters the values the wrong way round, the sensor will automatically use the lower value as threshold b. ...
  • Page 73 Functions HL-G1 User's Manual OUT1 OUT2 OUT3 The solid lines shows when the turn-OFF signal is input. The dotted lines show how the time t set with this function delays the switching OFF of the judgment output. NOTE  If an output has not turned OFF yet because the delay time has not elapsed, and the output receives the next ON signal, the delay will be canceled even though it has not been completed.

  • Page 74: Measurement Value Display On Panel

    HL-G1 User's Manual 4.4 Function Settings 4.4.4.4 Measurement Value Display on Panel This function sets the number of rightmost digits to be turned OFF on the digital display. The bold table entry indicates the default setting. Setting Function Digital display...

  • Page 75: Analog Output Selection

    Functions HL-G1 User's Manual 4.4.5.1 Analog Output Selection Selects the output type for the analog output: current or voltage The selected analog output will be accurate. The bold table entry indicates the default setting. Setting Function Digital display Current Output current...

  • Page 76: Analog Scaling

    HL-G1 User's Manual 4.4 Function Settings 4.4.5.2 Analog Scaling This function scales the current or voltage to any value. Any two measurement values can be used for A and B. Set which current or voltage to output for measurement value A and B. The analog output for measurement values between A and B will be interpolated, see figure below.

  • Page 77: Alarm Functions

    Functions HL-G1 User's Manual NOTE  The display limit of the measurement value is ± 95000. Make sure that the setting value does not exceed the display limit.  Before you make a setting, check the input range of your input device, e.g.

  • Page 78: Digital Output At Alarm

    HL-G1 User's Manual 4.4 Function Settings When an alarm has occurred, for example when the sensor cannot measure the distance because it is too dark, the analog output can be kept on hold or set to a fixed value. The bold table entry indicates the default setting.

  • Page 79: Alarm Delay

    Functions HL-G1 User's Manual Procedure to change the setting to confirm 4.4.6.3 Alarm Delay Sets the number of measurement attempts to be made before an alarm is output. When an alarm occurs, for example because measurement was not possible due to lack of light, it will not be output immediately.

  • Page 80: Com Functions (Multifunction Type Only)

    HL-G1 User's Manual 4.4 Function Settings Procedure The leftmost digit is selected. Press together to select the next digit. to change the selected digit to confirm 4.4.7 COM Functions (Multifunction Type Only) This function menu is available only for the multifunction type and is used for serial communication.

  • Page 81: Sensor No

    Functions HL-G1 User's Manual Setting Function Digital display Turn OFF terminating resistors Terminating resistor R1 Terminating resistor R2 Terminating resistor R3 Procedure to change the setting to confirm 4.4.7.2 Sensor No. Sets the number of each sensor head when several sensors have been connected to a host device via RS485.

  • Page 82: Baud Rate

    HL-G1 User's Manual 4.4 Function Settings Procedure to change the setting (see note) NOTE Press together for at least 2s to change the number at high speed. 4.4.7.3 Baud Rate Sets the communication speed. NOTE Lower the communication speed if the communication with the host device is not stable.

  • Page 83: Connection Mode

    Functions HL-G1 User's Manual Setting Function Digital display 38400 38,400bps 115200 115,200bps 230400 230,400bps 460800 460,800bps 921600 921,600bps Procedure to change the setting 4.4.7.4 Connection Mode Selects the transmission settings for measurement data output to the host device. NOTE ...
  • Page 84 HL-G1 User's Manual 4.4 Function Settings  For connection mode RS485, the host device needs to be connected for 1:n communication (see page 90). You can connect up to 16 sensor heads this way. Connection Setting Function Digital display mode...

  • Page 85: Sending Delay Time

    Functions HL-G1 User's Manual 4.4.7.5 Sending Delay Time Sets the delay with which the sensor responds to a serial command sent by the host device. Use this function if "Connection Mode" is set to "RS485 Multiple" (default setting). Setting Function...

  • Page 86: System Functions

    HL-G1 User's Manual 4.4 Function Settings to change the setting to confirm 4.4.8 System Functions This function menu contains system functions for timing and eco mode, laser control, and version information. 4.4.8.1 Timing Mode Determines how the sensor head works when the timing input is ON.

  • Page 87: Laser Control

    Functions HL-G1 User's Manual 4.4.8.2 Laser Control Switches the laser emission ON and OFF. Use this function to stop laser emission when the system is not needed for measuring. The bold table entry indicates the default setting. Setting Function Digital display Emission Laser emission is ON.

  • Page 88: Eco Mode

    HL-G1 User's Manual 4.4 Function Settings 4.4.8.3 Eco Mode Turns OFF the LED indicators on the control panel to save energy while the system is in RUN mode. The bold table entry indicates the default setting. Setting Function Digital display Eco-OFF No Eco mode has been activated.

  • Page 89: View Version

    Functions HL-G1 User's Manual 4.4.8.4 View Version Displays the version of the firmware. Procedure to display the current firmware version 4.4.9 Buffering Functions (Multifunction Type Only) Buffering is a function to accumulate measurement data in the built-in memory of the sensor so that you can load the data to an external control device such as a PC.
  • Page 90 HL-G1 User's Manual 4.4 Function Settings Data buffering The data buffering works as shown below. HL-G1 PC (Host device) Make necessary settings for buffering. • Buffering mode • Buffering rate (1) Send settings • Data amount to be accumulated • Trigger condition •...
  • Page 91 Functions HL-G1 User's Manual With "Trigger", the trigger generation will be on stand-by when buffering the measurement data starts. The measurement data before and after the trigger point occurs will be accumu- lated in the built-in memory of the sensor. Buffering continues until either the amount of data to accumulate has been reached or the sensor receives a stop command.
  • Page 92 HL-G1 User's Manual 4.4 Function Settings setting range is 0 to 65535 (default setting: 0). The status during the trigger delay time is "Ac- cumulating." Trigger condition This function specifies under which condition the trigger is generated when "Buffering Mode"...

  • Page 93: Functions Controlled By The Mi Input

    Functions HL-G1 User's Manual Status Details Buffering is not executed at all after the power supply has Non-buffering been turned on or after initialization or buffering is stopped while waiting for the trigger after buffering has started. Waiting for trigger Buffering has started and the sensor is waiting for the trigger.

  • Page 94: Zero Set

    HL-G1 User's Manual 4.4 Function Settings Function 480ms Save (see page 46) 530ms Laser ON (see page 78) 580ms Laser OFF (see page 78) 4.4.10.1 Zero Set By inputting the MI signal for 30ms you set the current measurement value and the digital display to zero.
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  • Page 96: Serial Communication Via Rs422/485

    Chapter 5 Serial Communication via RS422/485 SEN TRONIC Rugghölzli 2 Tel. +41 (0)56 222 38 18 mailbox@sentronic.com CH - 5453 Busslingen Fax +41 (0)56 222 10 12 www.sentronic.com Produkte, Support und Service...

  • Page 97: Communication Specifications

    Serial Communication via RS422/485 HL-G1 User's Manual 5.1 Communication Specifications The communication specifications of the sensor are listed in the table. Item Description Interface RS422 RS485 Communication method Full duplex Half-duplex 9,600bps, 19,200bps, 38,400bps, 115,200bps, 230,400bps, 460,800bps, 921,600bps Baud rate...

  • Page 98: Connection Example

    HL-G1 User's Manual 5.1 Communication Specifications NOTE The sensor heads produced before December 2010 use different wire colors. Please check the wire colors on the sensor head you are using. 5.1.2 Connection Example Please refer to the examples below for information on how to connect the sensor to an exter- nal device.

  • Page 99: 1:N Communication Via Rs485

    Serial Communication via RS422/485 HL-G1 User's Manual 5.1.2.2 1:n Communication via RS485 Set "Connection Mode" to "RS485 Multiple". Set a unique number for each connecting sensor so that there are no duplicate numbers (see page 72). RS485 host device +SD –SD +RD –RD...

  • Page 100: Serial Commands

    HL-G1 User's Manual 5.2 Serial Commands 5.2 Serial Commands An external device such as a PLC can use serial communication to request different types of data from the sensor or send new parameter settings or setting values to the sensor. All commands used in serial communication are structured in a specific way.
  • Page 101 Serial Communication via RS422/485 HL-G1 User's Manual The communication sequence works as follows: External device needs data from the sensor External device sends command to the sensor to send data Sensor reads External device reads command from the error code sent by...

  • Page 102: Read And Write Settings Or Numerical Values

    HL-G1 User's Manual 5.2 Serial Commands 5.2.1 Read and Write Settings or Numerical Values The following read and write commands can be used by a PLC or other external device to read or write settings or numerical values from or to the sensor.
  • Page 103 Serial Communication via RS422/485 HL-G1 User's Manual EXAMPLE Use this command to read the sampling cycle currently selected for sensor 1. A normal response from the sensor would be as follows: Normal response (format 2) If the command can be interpreted correctly by the sensor, this is the normal response. If the sensor cannot interpret the command correctly, the sensor returns an error code (see page 102).

  • Page 104: Write Command (Format 1)

    HL-G1 User's Manual 5.2 Serial Commands 5.2.1.2 Write Command (Format 1) Request command from the external device Use this command to write 5-digit values for function settings in the sensor. Number of the sensor to which the request is sent Command sent to the sensor.

  • Page 105: Read Status Of The Sensor Outputs (Format 3)

    Serial Communication via RS422/485 HL-G1 User's Manual Number of the sensor to which the request is sent Command sent to the sensor. Select the appropriate command from the command tables (see page 104). Block of data to be written to the sensor. 1 character for +/- and 7 characters for integers (zeros are not suppressed).
  • Page 106 HL-G1 User's Manual 5.2 Serial Commands Number of the sensor to which the request is sent Command to read the status of all outputs Normal response from the sensor If the command can be interpreted correctly by the sensor, this is the normal response. If the sensor cannot interpret the command correctly, the sensor returns an error code (see page 102).

  • Page 107: Read Buffered Data From The Sensor Memory (Formats 4 - 6)

    Serial Communication via RS422/485 HL-G1 User's Manual Measured value =+2.500 [mm] Light intensity = 567 Status of the outputs (0 = OFF, 1 = ON).  OUT1 = OFF  OUT2 = ON  OUT3 = OFF  ALARM = OFF 5.2.3 Read Buffered Data from the Sensor Memory (Formats 4 –...

  • Page 108: Read Differential Data (Format 5)

    HL-G1 User's Manual 5.2 Serial Commands Normal response from the sensor If the command can be interpreted correctly by the sensor, this is the normal response. If the sensor cannot interpret the command correctly, the sensor returns an error code (see page 102).

  • Page 109: Read Buffered Data In Binary Format (Format 6)

    Serial Communication via RS422/485 HL-G1 User's Manual Normal response from the sensor If the command can be interpreted correctly by the sensor, this is the normal response. If the sensor cannot interpret the command correctly, the sensor returns an error code (see page 102).

  • Page 110: Data Output From The Sensor (Format 7)

    HL-G1 User's Manual 5.2 Serial Commands Number of the sensor to which the request is sent Command to read the buffered data from the sensor memory Start point (0001 – 3000) End point (0001 – 3000) Normal response from the sensor If the command can be interpreted correctly by the sensor, this is the normal response.

  • Page 111: Error Response And Error Codes

    Serial Communication via RS422/485 HL-G1 User's Manual 5.2.5 Error Response and Error Codes If the sensor cannot interpret the command it has received, for example because the com- mand did not use the correct structure or was garbled during transmission, the sensor will send an error response containing an error code.

  • Page 112: Bcc Creation

    HL-G1 User's Manual 5.2 Serial Commands 5.2.6 BCC Creation BCC is a horizontal parity check code used to improve the reliability of data communication. The sensor calculates the exclusive OR from the header (%) to the end character of the data.

  • Page 113: Command List

    Serial Communication via RS422/485 HL-G1 User's Manual 5.2.7 Command List The following tables list the serial communication commands available. NOTE  The data consists of a 5- or 7-digit decimal figure (zeroes are not sup- pressed).  The "Command" column is split in two: On the left side, you find the READ commands (starting with the letter "R"), on the right side, you find the...

  • Page 114: Output Settings

    HL-G1 User's Manual 5.2 Serial Commands 5.2.7.3 Output Settings Function name Command Data Setting [unit] Format +00000 Logic +00001 Independent Judgment output selection +00002 2-state +00003 3-state Threshold a -9500000 – -950.0000 – +950.0000 [mm] +9500000 Displacement Threshold b Judgment +0000000 –...

  • Page 115: Alarm Settings

    Serial Communication via RS422/485 HL-G1 User's Manual 5.2.7.5 Alarm Settings Function name Command Data Setting [unit] Format +00000 Hold Analog output at alarm +00001 Fixed value +00000 Hold Digital output at alarm +00001 Fixed value +00000 – +65535 [times] +00000 –...

  • Page 116: Read Commands

    HL-G1 User's Manual 5.2 Serial Commands 5.2.7.7 Read Commands Function name Command Data Setting [unit] Format -9500000 – Read measurement value — -950.0000 – +950.0000[mm] +9500000 Read received light intensity — +00000 – +04095 +00000 – +04095 +00000 Alarm OFF Alarm status —...
  • Page 117 Serial Communication via RS422/485 HL-G1 User's Manual Function name Command Data Setting [unit] Format 5-character head point + 5-character end point Read buffered — — data Specify the head data point and the end data point. 5-character head point +...

  • Page 118: Address List For Mewtocol Communication

    Chapter 6 Address List for MEWTOCOL Communi- cation SEN TRONIC Rugghölzli 2 Tel. +41 (0)56 222 38 18 mailbox@sentronic.com CH - 5453 Busslingen Fax +41 (0)56 222 10 12 www.sentronic.com Produkte, Support und Service...

  • Page 119: Introduction

    HL-G1 User's Manual 6.1 Introduction If you connect the sensor to a Panasonic PLC (FP series) or programmable display (GT se- ries), you can use the data registers (DT registers) for communication. In addition to the DT registers listed here, the data area DT01900–DT01949 is an open area and can be used as desired.

  • Page 120: Write Command

    HL-G1 User's Manual 6.1 Introduction Normal response from the sensor If the command can be interpreted correctly by the sensor, this is the normal response. If the sensor cannot interpret the command correctly, the sensor returns an error code (see page 102).

  • Page 121: Sensing Settings

    Address List for MEWTOCOL Communication HL-G1 User's Manual Lower word Higher word Normal response from the sensor If the command can be interpreted correctly by the sensor, this is the normal response. If the sensor cannot interpret the command correctly, the sensor returns an error code (see page 102).

  • Page 122: Analog Settings

    HL-G1 User's Manual 6.1 Introduction Address Item Data range Write Read Comment DT00066 Displacement judg- (Lo) -9500000 – Data type: 2 word ment threshold b +9500000 DT00067 (Hi) DT00068 Displacement judg- (Lo) -000000 – +9500000 Data type: 2 word ment hysteresis...

  • Page 123: Data Readout

    Address List for MEWTOCOL Communication HL-G1 User's Manual Address Item Data range Write Read Comment DT00108 Initialize 0–1 — DT00109 Save 0–1 — DT00111 Timing 0–1 DT00112 Reset 0–1 6.1.8 Data Readout Address Item Data range Write Read Comment DT00400...

  • Page 124: Settings For Programmable Display (Gt Series)

    HL-G1 User's Manual 6.2 Settings for Programmable Display (GT Series) 6.2 Settings for Programmable Display (GT Series) For more details about these settings, refer to the User's Manual (dedicated Console Version). Address Item Data range Write Read Comment Holds the measure-...
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  • Page 126: Troubleshooting

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  • Page 127: Problems And Remedies

    Troubleshooting HL-G1 User's Manual 7.1 Problems and Remedies If an error occurs during operation or you suspect a system failure, identify the possible cause and carry out the corresponding remedy. Problems can be classified into 5 types: Type Description Problem with the sensor head settings...
  • Page 128 HL-G1 User's Manual 7.1 Problems and Remedies Type Problem Possible cause Remedy The moving average is small. Increase the number of moving average. The light emitter/receiver is dirty. Remove the dirt on the light emitter/receiver. Measurement val- The mounting direction of the Check the mounting direction of sensor head.
  • Page 129 Troubleshooting HL-G1 User's Manual Type Problem Possible cause Remedy Move the position of the beam projection spot The reflected beam from the or change the mounting direction of the sensor beam emitter is blocked. head so the reflected beam should not be blocked.

  • Page 130: Initialize

    HL-G1 User's Manual 7.2 Initialize 7.2 Initialize This function is used to delete all the settings from all the memories and returns them to the default settings.  You need to save the settings after initialization (see page 46), or the sys- tem will operate with the settings valid before the initialization at the next system start.
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  • Page 132: Specifications

    Chapter 8 Specifications SEN TRONIC Rugghölzli 2 Tel. +41 (0)56 222 38 18 mailbox@sentronic.com CH - 5453 Busslingen Fax +41 (0)56 222 10 12 www.sentronic.com Produkte, Support und Service...

  • Page 133: Sensor Head Specifications

    Specifications HL-G1 User's Manual 8.1 Sensor Head Specifications The sensor head specifications are listed in the table below. NOTE The following measurement conditions apply unless otherwise specified: Power voltage: 24V DC Ambient temperature: 20°C Sampling cycle: 500μs Number of measurement values used for averaging: 1024 values...
  • Page 134 Red LED for sign and 5-digit display Digital display  Standard type (HL-G1□-A-C5): IP67 Degree of protection  Multifunction type (HL-G1□-S-J): IP67 (without connector) Pollution degree 20M min. at 250V DC megger (between charged parts and casing) Insulation resistance 1000V AC for 1 min. (between charged parts and casing) Dielectric withstand Endurance: 10 to 55Hz (at 1-minute cycle), 1.5-mm double-amplitude two hours each in...
  • Page 135 Cable length  Standard type (HL-G1□-A-C5): 5m  Multifunction type (HL-G1□-S-J): 0.5m  Standard type (HL-G1□-A-C5): Approx. 70g (without cable), approx. 320g (including Weight cable), and approx. 380g (with packing)  Multifunction type (HL-G1□-S-J): Approx. 70g (without cable), approx. 110g (including cable), and approx.

  • Page 136: Beam Dimensions

    HL-G1 User's Manual 8.2 Beam Dimensions 8.2 Beam Dimensions HL-G103-□-□ (30mm type) HL-G105-□-□ (50mm type) 0.15 0.15 0.75 1.25 0.15 0.15 HL-G108-□-□ (85mm type) HL-G112-□-□ (120mm type) 0.75 1.25 8.2.1 Mutual Interference Area NOTE If you install two or more diffuse reflective sensor heads side by side, mutual interference will occur if the laser spots of the other sensor heads fall within the area shown in gray.
  • Page 137 Specifications HL-G1 User's Manual 30mm type (HL-G103-□-□) 12.5 50mm type (HL-G105-□-□) 12.5 85mm type (HL-G108-□-□) 12.5 SEN TRONIC Rugghölzli 2 Tel. +41 (0)56 222 38 18 mailbox@sentronic.com CH - 5453 Busslingen Fax +41 (0)56 222 10 12 www.sentronic.com Produkte, Support und Service...
  • Page 138 HL-G1 User's Manual 8.2 Beam Dimensions 120mm type (HL-G112-□-□) 12.5 SEN TRONIC Rugghölzli 2 Tel. +41 (0)56 222 38 18 mailbox@sentronic.com CH - 5453 Busslingen Fax +41 (0)56 222 10 12 www.sentronic.com Produkte, Support und Service...

  • Page 139: Output Characteristics

    Specifications HL-G1 User's Manual 8.2.2 Output Characteristics Measurement (R) Measurement center Displacement distance (D) output 21.6mA 10.5V 20mA 20.8mA 12mA Distance (mm) 3.2mA Alarm output NOTE In the figure, the default settings for analog output are used. Standard type Multifunction type...

  • Page 140: Sensor Head Dimensions

    HL-G1 User's Manual 8.3 Sensor Head Dimensions 8.3 Sensor Head Dimensions All dimensions are in mm. 8.3.1 Standard Type (HL-G1□□-A-C5) Digital display (red) OUT1 indicator (yellow) Alarm indicator (orange) OUT2 indicator (yellow) Laser indicator (green) OUT3 indicator (yellow) ENTER key...

  • Page 141: Multifunction Type (Hl-G1□□-S-J)

    Specifications HL-G1 User's Manual 8.3.2 Multifunction Type (HL-G1□□-S-J) Digital display (red) OUT1 indicator (yellow) Alarm indicator (orange) OUT2 indicator (yellow) Laser indicator (green) OUT3 indicator (yellow) ENTER key UP key DOWN key Measurement center 20.4 distance 49.4 Light emission axis θ...

  • Page 142: Index

    Connection cables ......15, 18 Index Connection mode......39, 74 Control panel ......17, 43, 46 Current output........66, 68 1 communication ......74, 89 n communication ......74, 90 Data amount .......39, 80, 96 Decimal point ........43, 93 Default settings ........39 2-state.............60 Differential data format ......99 Digital display........43, 65 3-state.............60 Digital output at alarm.......39, 68...
  • Page 143 Index HL-G1 User's Manual Judgment output selection....39, 60 R3 ............71 Reset........26, 33, 44, 85 Laser class..........2 Rotating targets........19 Laser control ........39, 78 Laser wavelength........2 Last data point ........39, 80 Sampling cycle........39, 51 LEDs ...........17, 43, 79 Saving the settings ......45, 46 Light intensity monitor....39, 52, 53...
  • Page 144 Index HL-G1 User's Manual Undefined output data ...31, 33, 43, 45, 54, USB-RS422/485 converter .....14 Valley ..........33, 56 Version............80 View version ........39, 80 Voltage output........66, 68 Warning label........7, 17 Zero set........26, 33, 44 Zero-set OFF ......26, 39, 59 SEN TRONIC Rugghölzli 2...

  • Page 145: Record Of Changes

    Record of Changes Manual number Date Changes MEUEN-HLG1V1 May 2011 First edition, based on ME-HLG1(02) No. 022-79V MEUEN-HLG1V2 July 2012 Procedure for “Sampling cycle” (see page 51) corrected. SEN TRONIC Rugghölzli 2 Tel. +41 (0)56 222 38 18 mailbox@sentronic.com CH - 5453 Busslingen Fax +41 (0)56 222 10 12 www.sentronic.com Produkte, Support und Service...

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