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DataMan® Fixed Mount
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4/24/2015
Version 5.5.0

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  • Page 1 DataMan® Fixed Mount Readers Reference Manual 4/24/2015 Version 5.5.0...
  • Page 2 Copyright © 2015 Cognex Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Portions of the hardware and software provided by Cognex may be covered by one or more of the U.S. and foreign patents listed below as well as pending U.S. and foreign patents. Such pending U.S.
  • Page 3 The following are registered trademarks of Cognex Corporation: acuReader® BGAII® Check it with Checker® Checker® Cognex Vision for Industry CVC-1000® CVL® DataMan® DisplayInspect® DVT® EasyBuilder® IDMax® In-SightIn-Sight 2000® In-Sight® (insignia with cross-hairs) MVS-8000® OmniView® PatFind® PatFlex® PatInspect® PatMax® PatQuick® SensorView®...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents About this Manual ....................... 10 Safety Information ....................... 11 Warnings and Notices ......................... 11 Mechanical Information ....................... 13 DataMan 50 Reader Dimensions ....................13 DataMan 60 Reader Dimensions ....................14 DataMan 300 Series Reader Dimensions ..................15 DataMan 360 Series Reader Dimensions ..................17 DataMan 500 Reader Dimensions ....................
  • Page 5 Contents DataMan 60 IP Rating....................... 31 Electrical Information ......................32 DataMan 50 and 60 Discrete I/O Connector................32 DataMan 50 and 60 USB & Flying Leads I/O Cable ..............32 DataMan 50 and 60 RS-232 & Flying Leads I/O Cable ..............33 DataMan 50 and 60 Digital Input Lines ..................
  • Page 6 Contents Optics and Lighting ......................45 DataMan 50 and 60 Reading Distance and Field of View ............45 DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers Reading Distance and Field of View....... 46 Scan Map for DataMan 300 and 360Series Readers using a 10.3 mm Lens ......46 Scan Map for DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers using a 16 mm Lens ......
  • Page 7 Contents External Lighting.......................... 61 DataMan 50 and 60 External Lighting ..................61 DataMan 50 and 60 Illumination Strobe Output ..............62 DataMan 50 and 60 External Load Strobe Output ..............63 DataMan 300/360 Series Reader External Lighting ..............63 External Light Mounting Brackets ..................64 DataMan 500 High Power Lighting Module ................
  • Page 8 Contents DataMan Master/Slave Configuration ..................75 Overview ..........................75 Master ............................75 Slaves ............................76 Data Formatting ........................76 Limitations ..........................76 Synchronized Acquisition ......................76 Connecting DataMan 503 Devices Through the Synchronized Acquisition Cable ....77 Synchronized Acquisition based on Precision Time Protocol (PTP) ......... 77 Using C/CS-Mount Lenses ......................
  • Page 9 Contents DataMan 500: Variable-Size Box Conveyer ................. 86 DataMan® Fixed Mount Readers Reference Manual 4/24/2015 | Version 5.5.0 P a g e | 9...

  • Page 10: 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  Optical and Lighting ...

  • Page 11: Safety Information

     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 12 Safety Information  Do not operate this device if it is damaged or if the covers or seals are missing or damaged. This Laser Product is designated as Class 2 during all procedures of operation. Wavelength 650 nm Laser power for classification <...

  • Page 13: Mechanical Information

    Mechanical Information Mechanical Information This section provides information on various mechanical features of the DataMan 50, DataMan 60, DataMan 300, DataMan 360, DataMan 500,and DataMan 503 series readers, such as dimensions, lens replacement, mounting information, as well as thermal and environmental requirements.

  • Page 14: Dataman 60 Reader Dimensions

    Mechanical Information DataMan 60 Reader Dimensions DataMan® Fixed Mount Readers Reference Manual 4/24/2015 | Version 5.5.0 P a g e | 14...

  • Page 15: Dataman 300 Series Reader Dimensions

    Mechanical Information DataMan 300 Series Reader Dimensions DataMan® Fixed Mount Readers Reference Manual 4/24/2015 | Version 5.5.0 P a g e | 15...
  • Page 16 Mechanical Information DataMan® Fixed Mount Readers Reference Manual 4/24/2015 | Version 5.5.0 P a g e | 16...

  • Page 17: Dataman 360 Series Reader Dimensions

    Mechanical Information DataMan 360 Series Reader Dimensions DataMan® Fixed Mount Readers Reference Manual 4/24/2015 | Version 5.5.0 P a g e | 17...

  • Page 18: Dataman 500 Reader Dimensions

    Mechanical Information DataMan 500 Reader Dimensions DataMan® Fixed Mount Readers Reference Manual 4/24/2015 | Version 5.5.0 P a g e | 18...

  • Page 19: Dataman 503 Reader Dimensions

    Mechanical Information DataMan 503 Reader Dimensions DataMan® Fixed Mount Readers Reference Manual 4/24/2015 | Version 5.5.0 P a g e | 19...

  • Page 20: Dataman 50 Service Procedures

    Mechanical Information DataMan 50 Service Procedures DataMan 50 can operate in one of three distance ranges. To set the focus position: Remove screws, lens cover, and rubber part. Set 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 21: Dataman 60 Service Procedures

    Mechanical Information DataMan 60 Service Procedures DataMan 60 can operate in one of three distance ranges. To set the focus position: 1. Remove lens cover. Set focus position to 45, 70, or 110. Turn the lens cap clockwise (45 70 110) for larger focus settings; turn the lens cap counter-clockwise (110 70 45) for smaller settings.
  • Page 22 Mechanical Information 4. Remove and retain the four screws at corners of front cover. 5. Remove front cover. The first image shows a reader with a liquid lens attached to the 10.3 mm lens. The second image shows a reader just with a 10.3 mm lens. 6.

  • Page 23: 16 Mm (Shd) Lens Replacement

    Mechanical Information When reinstalling the module, observe the following precautions:  Make sure that the liquid lens cable is not pinched, pulled or crimped during installation. 8. Loosen the locking ring and withdraw the 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 24 Mechanical Information 2. Remove the cover. 3. Remove the rubber lens-locking cone from the lens. 4. Remove the lens. When replacing the lens, observe the following precaution:  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.

  • Page 25: C-Mount Lens Replacement

    Mechanical Information 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). C-Mount Lens Replacement To remove and replace a C-Mount lens, follow these steps. WARNING: Disconnect the DataMan from power before continuing. CAUTION: Do not leave image sensor exposed to the environment.

  • Page 26: Dataman 500 Service Procedures

    Mechanical Information 4. Remove the lens. 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. When reattaching the C-mount cover base, tighten the screws in the sequence shown and observe a torque limit of 9 N-cm(0.8 Lb-In).
  • Page 27 Mechanical Information 2. For the 13.3 mm lens, remove the four screws securing the front plastic cover, and also remove the light baffle, before you remove the screws and the plastic cover beneath it. 3. Carefully disconnect the liquid lens module cable. WARNING: Do not pinch or pull the cable.

  • Page 28: C, S, Or Cs-Mount Lens Replacement

    Mechanical Information 4. Loosen the lens locking ring and withdraw the module. When reinstalling the module, observe the following precautions:  Make sure that the liquid lens cable is not pinched, pulled or crimped during installation.  Make sure that the slot in the liquid lens engages with the key on the DataMan 500 before tightening the locking ring.

  • Page 29: Dataman 503 Service Procedures

    Mechanical Information  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). DataMan 503 Service Procedures C, S, or CS-Mount Lens Replacement To remove and replace a CS-mount lens, follow these steps. WARNING: Disconnect the DataMan from power before continuing.

  • Page 30: 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). Use lock-washers to ensure a permanent and robust connection.

  • Page 31: Thermal And Environmental Requirements

    Mechanical Information Thermal and Environmental Requirements See the following table for thermal and environmental requirements: Operating temperature 0ºC — 40ºC (32ºF — 104ºF) Storage temperature -10ºC — 60ºC (-14ºF — 140ºF) Maximum humidity 95% (non-condensing) DataMan 50, 300, 360, 500, and 503 IP Rating The DataMan 50, 500, 503, 300 and 360 series readers provide IP 65 protection against dust and water intrusion.

  • Page 32: 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 33: 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. DataMan 50 and 60 Digital Input Lines Inputs are not galvanic isolated but need to be referenced to ground.

  • Page 34: 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).

  • Page 35: Dataman 50 And 60 External Wiring Examples: Digital Output Lines

    Electrical Information Applied voltage 26 VDC or less Residual voltage 0.8V or less Maximum sink current 25mA Short-circuit current 50mA or less Short-circuit protection multifuse – 50mA DataMan 50 and 60 External Wiring Examples: Digital Output Lines The following figure shows external wiring examples for digital input lines for the DataMan 50. The DataMan 60 has the same characteristics.

  • Page 36: Dataman 300 And 360 Series Readers Discrete I/O Connector

    Electrical Information DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers Discrete I/O Connector The following figure shows the pin-out numbering on the device, and information about the I/O cable on the DataMan 300 or 360 series reader. This is the I/O cable with part number CCBL-05- The following figure shows the pin-out numbering on the device, and information about the I/O cable on the DataMan 300 or 360 series reader.

  • Page 37: Dataman 300 And 360 Series Readers External Light Control

    Electrical Information DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers External Light Control Current load: average: 500mA, peak: 1A (max. 100µs). NOTE that this socket does not work if the external light is connected to one of the outputs on the I/O cable. 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.

  • Page 38: Dataman 300 And 360 Series Readers 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 +24V. When the output switches on, the negative side of the load is pulled down to less than 3V, and 24 appears across the load. Use a protection diode for a large inductive load, with the anode connected to the output and the cathode connected to +24V.

  • Page 39: Dataman 500 Rs-232 Serial Connector

    Electrical Information DataMan 500 RS-232 Serial Connector DataMan 500 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 3V. To connect to a PNP-compatible PLC input, connect Output 0 or Output 1 directly to the PLC input.

  • Page 40: Dataman 500 Power Requirements

    Electrical Information DataMan 500 Power Requirements For the DataMan 500, power is provided through the Ethernet connection using a Class 3 PoE injector. Maximum power consumption is 5W (internal illumination) or 13W (High-Power Lighting Module). DataMan 503 Discrete I/O Connector The following figure shows the pin-out numbering on the device, and information about the I/O cable on the DataMan 503.

  • Page 41: Dataman 503 Series Readers External Light Control

    Electrical Information DataMan 503 Series Readers External Light Control Current load: average: 500mA, peak: 1A (max. 100µs). NOTE that this socket does not work if the external light is connected to one of the outputs on the I/O cable. DataMan 503 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.

  • Page 42: 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 +24V. When the output switches on, the negative side of the load is pulled down to less than 3V, and 24 appears across the load. Use a protection diode for a large inductive load, with the anode connected to the output and the cathode connected to +24V.

  • Page 43: Dataman 300, 360 And 500 Series Readers High Speed Output Lines

    Electrical Information DataMan 300, 360 and 500 Series Readers High Speed Output Lines The high-speed 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 (<26.4V for the DataMan 300 and 360 series readers, (<28V for the DataMan 500 series readers).

  • Page 44: Connecting The Encoder To A Dataman

    Electrical Information Connecting the Encoder to a DataMan The encoder has four wires. The color coding of the wires is the following: Wire Color Signal Name +24 V Black common- can be connected to either +24V (NPN) or ground (PNP) White the output connected to the input line of the DataMan 500 reader...

  • Page 45: Optics And Lighting

    Optics and Lighting Optics and Lighting This section contains information about the image formation components of the DataMan 50, 60, 500, 503 and DataMan 300 and 360 series readers. DataMan 50 and 60 Reading Distance 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 46: Dataman 300 And 360 Series Readers Reading Distance And Field Of View

    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 DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers Reading Distance 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 region of the sensor used by each reader.

  • Page 47: Scan Map For Dataman 300 And 360 Series Readers Using A 16 Mm Lens

    Optics and Lighting The following table shows the Field of View widths in mm at various distances. distances in mm DM300, DM360 DM302/DM303, DM362/DM363 18.4 36.8 55.3 92.2 184.4 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.

  • Page 48: Scan Map For Dataman 300 And 360 Series Readers Using A 25 Mm Lens

    Optics and Lighting To make sure that your DM303/363 reader is able to decode at the minimum reading distances, use the reader in combination with the extension kit or without the front cover. The following table shows the Field of View widths in mm at various distances. distances in mm DM300, DM360 DM302/DM303,...
  • Page 49 Optics and Lighting  inner: DM300/360 The reading distances for the DM300/DM360and DM302/DM362 readers are the same. The DM303/DM363 feature a higher resolution and more pixels in about the same sensor size. The following table shows the Field of View widths in mm at various distances. distances in mm DM300, DM360 DM302/DM303,...

  • Page 50: Dataman 500 Reading Distance And Field Of View

    Optics and Lighting DataMan 500 Reading Distance and Field of View For the DataMan 500, two liquid lens modules are available:  an 18.8 mm lens (DM500-LLM-188) suitable for reading distant objects, such as on an assembly line or as a high-magnification lens ...

  • Page 51: Scan Map For The 13.3 Mm Liquid Lens Module

    NOTE: Do not connect to the serial line in the Setup Tool when you are setting up a PHS. Cognex supports the use of the following light curtains as PHS: ...
  • Page 52 Optics and Lighting Connect the PHS through RS-232. For more information, refer to the documentation provided by Omron and Baumer. You can use a PHS together with a DataMan 500 reader to read codes printed on the surfaces of boxes of different sizes that are travelling on a conveyer. When a box passes the PHS, the PHS senses the height of the box and transmits this information to the DataMan 500 readers.

  • Page 53: Configuring The Package Height Sensor For Multiple Readers

    Optics and Lighting distance is measured perpendicular to the conveyor. On the DataMan 500 reader, measure from the tip of the liquid lens module. NOTE You have to set this distance individually for each reader in a master/slave group. 6. In addition, specify the beam spacing of the PHS on the Setup Tool’s Height Sensor tab of the System Settings pane.

  • Page 54: Dataman 503 Series Readers Reading Distance And Field Of View

    Optics and Lighting This reader gets height information. If you want this information automatically transmitted to other readers in the master/slave setup, configure the other readers one by one by performing the following steps: 1. Connect to the Setup Tool. 2.
  • Page 55 Optics and Lighting The following map shows the reading distance and field of view charts for the DataMan 503 reader with a 16 mm lens for 2-D codes. The minimum 2-D resolution is at 2.5 pixels per module. DataMan® Fixed Mount Readers Reference Manual 4/24/2015 | Version 5.5.0 P a g e | 55...

  • Page 56: Scan Map For Dataman 503 Series Readers Using A 25 Mm Lens

    Optics and Lighting Scan Map for DataMan 503 Series Readers using a 25 mm Lens 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.

  • Page 57: Scan Map For Dataman 503 Series Readers Using A 35 Mm Lens

    Optics and Lighting 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. The minimum 2-D resolution is at 2.5 pixels per module. Scan Map for DataMan 503 Series Readers using a 35 mm Lens The minimum 1-D resolution is at 1.2 pixels per module.

  • Page 58: Dataman 500 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. DataMan 500 CS-Mount Lens Characteristics This section provides information on using CS-mount lenses.

  • Page 59: Dataman 503 Cs-Mount Lens Characteristics

    Optics and Lighting  The threads must be no more than 4mm deep.  The maximum size lens barrel that fits within the CS-mount lens cover is 30 mm long (measured from lens mount base) and 28 mm in diameter. You can remove the lens (and front) covers from DataMan to fit a larger lens, but the reader will not maintain its IP rating.

  • Page 60: Tuning

    Optics and Lighting Tuning By tuning, your DataMan 300/360 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 codes, both 1-D and 2-D.

  • Page 61: Dataman 500 Internal Lighting

    Optics and Lighting DataMan 500 Internal Lighting This section describes the working mechanism of the built-in lighting of DataMan 500. All DataMan 500 readers include built-in (internal) lighting. During operation, the DataMan 500 automatically regulates image exposure time and imager gain to produce usable image quality at the highest possible frame rate.

  • Page 62: Dataman 50 And 60 Illumination Strobe Output

    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 Setup Tool’s Light and Imager Settings pane, check the External checkbox and change the intensity according to your needs. DataMan 50 and 60 Illumination Strobe Output The strobe output is provided by a diode that is added to the push-pull circuit, with series to the pull-up transistor.

  • Page 63: 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 300/360 Series Reader External Lighting On the back of the reader, there is a socket dedicated to external light control. socket for external illumination There are four mounting holes on the front of the reader to mount external illumination.

  • Page 64: External Light Mounting Brackets

    Optics and Lighting mounting holes for external illumination mounting holes for external illumination You can control the intensity output of the external illumination connector if the external illumination you use supports this control. Go to the Setup Tool’s Light and Imager Settings pane, check the External checkbox and change the intensity according to your needs.
  • Page 65 Optics and Lighting Choose one of the following light options:  Using coaxial (DOAL) light  Using dark field light  Using ring light  Using spot light DataMan® Fixed Mount Readers Reference Manual 4/24/2015 | Version 5.5.0 P a g e | 65...

  • Page 66: Dataman 500 High Power Lighting Module

    Optics and Lighting DataMan 500 High Power Lighting Module Light intensity can also be achieved by mounting the High Power Lighting Module, available as an accessory. This module allows you to work with higher line speeds and greater working distances than the built-in internal illumination. Note: Follow the steps below to install and remove the module.
  • Page 67 Optics and Lighting 3. Attach the lighting module to the reader. Observe the following precautions:  Use the longer screws provided with the lighting module.  Make sure that the liquid lens cable is not pinched or crimped during installation. ...

  • Page 68: Dataman 50, 60, 300 And 360 Series Reader External Lighting Duration

    Optics and Lighting  Tighten the screws in the sequence shown and observe a torque limit of 9 N-cm (0.8 Lb-In). DataMan 50, 60, 300 and 360 Series Reader External Lighting Duration This section provides information that you can use to determine how long external illumination is turned on for different types of configurations.

  • Page 69: Dataman 503 External Lighting Duration

    Optics and Lighting In all cases, as soon as the trigger is detected, external illumination is turned on. There is a 280 uSec pre-charge time before either autoregulation turns on, or exposure starts; the lighting is on during this period. In the Setup Tool’s Light and Imager Settings pane you can select Automatic Exposure (autoregulation) or Manual Exposure (non-autoregulation) according to your needs.
  • Page 70 Optics and Lighting Exposure occurs for the amount of time determined by autoregulation. When exposure ends, illumination is turned off. DataMan® Fixed Mount Readers Reference Manual 4/24/2015 | Version 5.5.0 P a g e | 70...

  • Page 71: Operations Guide

    Operations Guide Operations Guide This section contains information about configuring and using your DataMan. 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. The high-speed image acquisition and processing capabilities of the DataMan allow it to detect and decode codes.

  • Page 72: Presentation

    Operations Guide Presentation Presentation triggering repeatedly scans for a symbol and decodes it whenever one is detected. The reader relies on an internal timing mechanism to acquire images. Presentation mode is similar to manual trigger mode, without using the trigger as a signal to start acquisition.

  • Page 73: Test Mode

    Operations Guide The signal from the sensor tells the reader not to discard the collected images at the end of the trigger event. Test Mode Test mode lets you configure and test a reader that is connected to a production line without needing to slow down or stop your line.

  • Page 74: Automatic Code Training For Dpm Symbols

    Operations Guide Code training is only supported for the following trigger modes:  Burst  Continuous  Self (internal trigger)  Single (external trigger) You can train codes in the following ways:  With an image showing the code or codes to train present in the Setup Tool Results Display pane, click the Train Code button.

  • Page 75: Dataman Master/Slave Configuration

    Operations Guide DataMan Master/Slave Configuration Overview If you have multiple DataMan fixed mount readers connected to the same network, you can configure at least two or more readers to use group triggering. Readers configured to use group triggering all acquire an image simultaneously, and then combine their individual read results to form a composite result.

  • Page 76: Slaves

    Operations Guide 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 77: Connecting Dataman 503 Devices Through The Synchronized Acquisition Cable

    Operations Guide Note that this and other imager settings will not get synchronized by this mechanism - for example, you must configure exposure and gain on each reader individually. This feature only synchronizes the actual image acquisition, triggering happens through the existing master-slave mechanism.

  • Page 78: Using C/Cs-Mount Lenses

    Operations Guide Synchronization allows using one shared strobe illumination to expose all sensors simultaneously. You can synchronize up to 16 readers, with optionally triggering them in a defined sequence to avoid that opposing readers blind each other. Note that this and other imager settings will not get synchronized by this mechanism - for example, you must configure exposure and gain on each reader individually.

  • Page 79: Optimizing Burst Trigger Parameters

    Operations Guide Optimizing Burst Trigger Parameters Since a Burst trigger is ideal for moving applications, it is necessary to determine the correct burst size and interval in order to capture the desired length of the part as it moves under the camera.
  • Page 80 Operations Guide You can avoid this problem by mounting the reader at a 15° angle from vertical. 15° DataMan® Fixed Mount Readers Reference Manual 4/24/2015 | Version 5.5.0 P a g e | 80...

  • Page 81: 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 82: Tote Scanning

    Application Guide Working distance range The range of distances, with respect to the nominal working distance, at which codes may be present. Working width The width of the area in which codes may appear. Tilt, pitch, rotation, and The degree to which a code may be rotated, tilted, or pitched with respect package spacing to a plane perpendicular to the DataMan optical axis.

  • Page 83: 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 84: Side Scanning (Large Field)

    Application Guide Side Scanning (Large Field) Side scanning applications typically involve reading a single barcode at a consistent distance but a variable offset. The following table lists typical values for this application: Parameter Typical Values Line speed 200-300 FPM Nominal working distance 6-12”...

  • Page 85: Manual Presentation Scanning

    Application Guide Tilt, pitch, and rotation +/- 2° (pitch ,tilt, and rotation) Code module size 20 Mil Codes per minute Up to 200 Trigger and output signals Likely 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...
  • Page 86 Application Guide Working distance range (single camera) Working distance range (all cameras) In general, you should observe the following guideline when configuring multiple readers:  At the minimum working distance, the overlap between adjacent cameras’ fields of view should be at least 1.5 times the width of the symbol being decoded. NOTE that for large working distance ranges there may be substantial overlap between cameras at the maximum working distance.
  • Page 87 Application Guide The following table lists the typical values for this application: Parameter Typical Values Line speed 200-300 FPM Nominal working distance 10-20” Working distance range +/- 10-20” Typically tallest box height minus smallest box height. Working width 10-60+ Widths greater than 20” may require multiple readers. Tilt, pitch, and rotation +/- 5°...

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