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F300 Visual Inspection System (F300-C12E) Specifications and Installation Manual Produced April 1997...
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OMRON. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Moreover, because OMRON is constantly striving to improve its high-quality products, the information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice.
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Please read this manual completely and be sure you understand the information provided before attempt- ing to install and operate an F300 Visual Inspection System. Section 1 presents a brief introduction to the F300 Visual Inspection System, its required Units, and op- tional Units. This section also includes examples of system configurations.
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General Safety Precautions The user must operate the product according to the performance specifications described in this manual and the operation manuals. Make sure that the ratings and performance characteristics of the product are sufficient for the sys- tems, machines, and equipment, and be sure to provide the systems, machines, and equipment with double safety mechanisms.
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Consider environmental factors and ease of operation and maintenance when installing the F300 System in a control box. The operational temperature range of the F300 System is 0°C to 50°C. Take the following measures to maintain the F300 System in this range.
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• In order to avoid voltage drops, use power cables of at least 2 mm (AWG14). • To avoid interference from inductive noise, use twisted-pair cable. • Wire the F300 power supply separately from other devices. In particular, wire it separately from any inductive loads. 5. Protective Conductor (Earth) Wiring To avoid damage to the equipment due to lighting surge, short-circuit the GR and LG terminals using the short-circuiting bar (accessory).
SECTION 1 System Overview and Configuration This section presents a brief introduction to the F300 System, its required Units, and optional Units. It also includes examples of system configurations. System Components ............
1-1-1 Required Units The following Units are essential in the configuration of the F300 System. You will need at least one of each type of Unit to construct an F300 System. F300-Bj Base Unit A Base Unit supplies power to other Units mounted on it, such as Camera I/F Units and I/O Units.
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The Console is connected to the MMI Unit and is used to execute commands and input settings. F300-M09 Video Monitor (100 VAC) The Video Monitor is required to set F300 data and programs, check images, and display measurement results. F309-VM Monitor Cable (2 m)
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Section F300-A2jjj Camera I/F Units A Camera I/F Unit inputs video signals from a camera to the F300. Five types of Camera I/F Unit are available to suit different applications. Two cameras can be connected to each Camera I/F Unit. Order the lens separately.
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The following Strobes can be connected to the Strobe Unit. F300-L12E OVL Unit The F300 can be operated using the OMRON Visual Language (OVL). Com- mands and data are input from a special keyboard connected to an OVL Unit. F300-L12E...
System Configuration Section System Configuration 1-2-1 Basic System A basic F300 System is shown below. F300-C12E/C11E IMP Unit F300-P2/P2E F300-A2jjj F300-FM2 Power Supply Unit Camera I/F Unit MMI Unit F300-KP Console F300-S Camera F300-M09 Video Monitor (100 VAC)
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MMI Unit F300-FM2 F300-B52/ F300-B32 F300-KP Base Unit Console F300-D2 F309-VSR2 Terminal Block Unit Camera Cable F309-VM Monitor Cable F300-S, F200-S Camera F300-S2R/S3DR Shutter Camera F300-S4R Frame Shutter Camera F300-M09 Video Monitor (100 VAC) F309-VR RS-232C Cable Personal computer Strobe...
SECTION 2 Specifications and Features This section describes the basic components and operational specifications of each Unit in a F300 System. Required Units ............
Required Units Section Required Units One or more of each of the following types of Unit is required in any F300 Sys- tem. 2-1-1 F300-B52/-B32 Base Unit The F300-B32 and F300-B52 Base Unit provide hardware slots sharing a com- mon bus line on which all Units are mounted and connected.
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Required Units Section Dimensions and Weight The following diagrams provide the weight, external dimensions, and mounting hole dimensions for the F300-B32 and -B52 Base Unit. Unless otherwise noted, all values are in millimeters (mm). F300-B32 3-slot Base Unit 152.7 37.2 Weight: approx.
Base Unit Mounting Hole Shape 2-1-2 F300-P2/P2E Power Supply Unit The Power Supply Unit takes in AC power supplied to the F300 and converts it to DC power for each unit. The following illustration shows the essential compo- nents of the F300-P2/P2E Power Supply Unit.
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0.1 mA max. Internal output circuits Output terminals Dimensions and Weight The following diagram provides the external dimensions and weight of the F300-P2/P2E Power Supply Unit. Unless otherwise noted, values are in millime- ters (mm). 133.5 84.6 Weight: approx. 1.7 kg...
Required Units Section 2-1-3 F300-C12E/C11E IMP Unit The IMP (Image Processing) Unit is required by the F300 to process measure- ments. The following illustration shows the essential components of the IMP Unit. Components Operation indicators POWER (green): Lit while power is on...
Required Units Section 2-1-4 F300-FM2 MMI Unit The F300-FM2 MMI (Man-Machine Interface) Unit supports key inputs from the Console and image displays on the Video Monitor. The following illustrations shows the essential components of the F300-FM2 MMI Unit. Components Eject button. Press to eject memory card.
Section 2-1-5 F300-KP Console The F300-KP Console is the main F300 input device for menu operations and data input. Connect the Console to the MMI Unit. For information on Console operation, refer to the F300 Visual Inspection System Menu Mode Operation Manual.
Required Units Section 2-1-6 F300-M09 Video Monitor The F300-M09 Video Monitor is an output device of the F300 and used to display input images from the camera, data values that have been set, and measure- ment results. Components Front View...
F300-A22RS Frame Shutter F300-A23RS F300-S4R Frame Shutter Camera Components The following illustration shows the essential components of the F300-A2jjj Camera I/F Units. Operation indicators CAMERA 0 (orange): Lit when camera is connected to camera connector #0 CAMERA 1 (orange): Lit when camera is connected...
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5 m (standard) Weight Approx. 400 g Dimensions and Weight The following diagram provides the external dimensions and weight of the F300-A2jjj Camera I/F Units. Unless otherwise noted, values are in millime- ters (mm). 34.6 133.5 Front cover Base Unit...
Switchable ON/OFF with selector on panel. OFF on delivery. Electronic shutter 1/1,000 s fixed. Switchable ON/OFF with selector on panel. OFF on delivery. Lens mounting C mount Note Use the F300-S Camera with the electronic shutter and AGC set to OFF.
Required Units Section Dimensions and Weight The following diagram provides the external dimensions and weight of the F300-S Camera. Unless otherwise noted, values are in millimeters (mm). 22.75 1/4-20UNC, 6 mm deep Weight: approx. 200 g Two, M5 holes, 6 mm deep 2-1-9 F200-S Camera Takes images of stationary objects or moving objects using strobes.
Minimum: 3 lux; F1.4 Resolution Horizontal: 350 lines (center) S/N ratio 50 dB /rms Electronic shutter Lens mounting C mount Weight Approx. 150 g 2-1-10 F300-S2R Shutter Camera Used for picking up images of high-speed moving objects. Components Camera cable connector...
1/1000 s, 1/2000 s, 1/4000 s, 1/10000 s (Default: 1/2000 s) Shutter trigger input signal Capture timing: falling edge Shutter mode Sync non-reset mode Lens mounting C mount Weight Approx. 200 g 2-1-11 F300-S3DR Shutter Camera Used for picking up images of high-speed moving objects. Components Camera cable connector...
C mount Cable length between the head 2±0.2 m and amplifier Weight Camera head: approx. 220 g (including cable); Body: approx. 510 g 2-1-12 F300-S4R Shutter Camera Used for picking up images of high-speed moving objects. Components Shutter speed setting switch...
C mount Weight Approx. 160 g Expansion Units 2-2-1 F300-FS Strobe I/F Unit The following illustration shows the essential components of the F300-FS Strobe I/F Unit. Components Strobe operation indicators (orange): Light when strobes 0 to 3 flash Strobe connector...
Weight: approx. 400 g 2-2-2 F300-L12E OVL Unit The OVL Unit extends the capabilities of the F300 to allow it to be operated using OVL (OMRON Vision Language). OVL was developed specifically for optical recognition and image measurement to permit more sophisticated measurements with a BASIC-like language.
Base Unit Weight: approx. 350 g 2-2-3 F300-D2 Terminal Block Unit The F300-D2 Terminal Block Unit is connected to a programmable controller or other devices to input measurement commands and output measurement results. The following illustration shows the essential components of the F300-D2 Termi-...
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RESET input: 10 ms max.; other inputs: 0.5 ms max. OFF delay RESET input: 15 ms max.; other inputs: 0.7 ms max. DI 0 to 7 Parallel data inputs RESET Resets the F300 STEP Runs one measurement Requests data output with handshaking Internal circuit COM IN...
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Expansion Units Section Output Specifications Number of outputs Data outputs: 8 AND/OR outputs: 2 12 to 24 VDC ±10% Output voltage Load current 100 mA max. ON residual voltage 2 V max. OFF leak current 0.1 mA max. DO 0 to 7 Parallel data outputs BUSY Disables inputs during measurement...
Front cover Weight: approx. 550 g 2-2-4 F300-DC2 Parallel I/O Unit The F300-DC2 Parallel I/O Unit is connected to a programmable controller or other device to input measurement commands and output measurement results. The following illustration shows the essential components of the F300-DC2 Par- allel I/O Unit.
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Expansion Units Section Input Specifications Number of inputs Data inputs: 8 12 to 24 VDC ±10% Input voltage ON current 3 to 15 mA ON voltage 8.8 V max. OFF current 0.1 mA max. OFF voltage 4.5 V min. ON delay RESET input: 10 ms max.;...
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RESET STEP COM IN (for input) COM IN (for input) Inputs DI 0 to 7 Parallel data inputs RESET Resets the F300 STEP Runs one measurement Requests data output with handshaking Outputs DO 0 to 31 Parallel data outputs BUSY...
Expansion Units Section Dimensions and Weight The following diagram provides the external dimensions and weight of the F300-DC2 Parallel I/O Unit. Unless otherwise noted, values are in millimeters (mm). 69.5 133.5 Front cover Base Unit Weight: approx. 800 g 2-2-5 F300-E2 RS-232C I/F Unit The RS-232C exchanges data with a personal computer or other device via the RS-232C interface.
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CS (CTS) CS (CTS) DR (DSR) DR (DSR) SG (GND) SG (GND) ER (DTR) ER (DTR) Note The F300-VR uses a 25-pin connector. Be sure to check the pin arrangement of the computer before wiring. Use only shielded RS-232C cable.
Weight: approx. 400 g 2-2-6 F300-G Dummy Unit The F300-G Dummy Unit is inserted into empty slots to improve external appearance, protect connectors, and maintain the strength of the Rack. The Dummy Unit plays no role in measurements and consumes no power.
F300 Camera Lenses 2-3-1 Types of Lens The camera used with the F300 System can use a 4.8 to 75 mm CCTV lens or a 2x to 6x magnification lens. The selection of the correct lens between wide-angle and macro from this range allows optimum camera field-of-view and mounting distance.
F300 Camera Lenses Section F300-S Cameras A (mm) t: extension tube thickness L (mm) F300-S2R/S3DR/S4R Cameras A (mm) t: extension tube thickness L (mm)
F300 Camera Lenses Section F200-S Cameras A (mm) t: extension tube thickness L (mm) 2-3-3 CCTV Lens, Field of Vision and Mounting Distance In this table, A = camera distance, WD = working distance, and t = extension tube thickness. The following figures are approximate standards. Allow for some fine adjustment at the time of installation.
3Z4S-LE 2-EX 30. 5 mm 11.5 mm The following diagram provides the external dimensions for the 2-EX Telecon- verter used with the F300 System. Unless otherwise noted, values are in milli- meters (mm). 1° - 32 UN–2 A 30.5 dia.
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F300 Camera Lenses Section Note The focal length and brightness change in proportion to the teleconverter magni- fication. Note that the markings on the lens focus ring and aperture ring are not accurate when the teleconverter is used. These settings must be adjusted to...
SECTION 3 Installation This section describes the operational, installation, and wiring requirements of the F300 System. Installation Environment ...........
Consider environmental factors and ease of operation and maintenance when installing the F300 System in a control box. Temperature The operational temperature range of the F300 System is 0°C to 50°C. Take the Considerations following measures to maintain the F300 System in this range.
Clearance É É É É É É 50 mm min. É É É É Maintain at least 50 mm clearance above and below the F300 System to improve air circulation. É É É É 50 mm min. É É É É...
Base Unit Installation Section Base Unit Installation F300-B52 Base Unit Mounting Hole Dimensions F300-B32 Base Unit Mounting Hole Dimensions 460±0.2 390±0.2 225±0.2 225±0.2 Four, M5 holes Four, M5 holes Finished Dimensions of Base Unit Mounting Holes...
Expansion Units can be mounted of slots 4 to 8 of the 5-slot Base Unit or of slots 4 to 6 in the 3-slot Base Unit. Required Units F300-P2/P2E F300-C12E/C11E F300-FM2 Power Supply Unit IMP Unit MMI Unit F300-B52 Base Unit F300-B32 Base Unit F300-A2jjj F300-FS F300-L12E F300-E2 F300-DC2 F300-D2 F300-G...
3-3-2 Mounting Procedure 1, 2, 3... 1. Turn off the power supply to the F300 System. 2. Align the claw on the top of the Unit with the recess in the Base Unit and correctly align the connectors.
Mounting the Units Section 3-3-3 Attaching the Cover Attach the cover in order to protect connecting cables to Units and peripheral devices, and to guard against malfunctioning. Do not force the cover into place, and do not place any heavy objects on top of the cover.
Important 1. In order to avoid voltage drops, use power cables of at least 2 mm (AWG14). 2. To avoid interference from inductive noise, use twisted-pair cable. 3. Wire the F300 power supply separately from other devices. In particular, wire it separately from any inductive loads.
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Power and Protective Conductor (Earth) Wiring Section F300-P2 Power Supply Unit RUN signal output ERROR signal output 12 VDC DC service power supply 0.3 A max. Protective conductor terminal Line ground terminal Not used (see note) DO NOT USE Short-circuit bar...
The power supply, protective circuit breakers, and cables must have sufficient capacity to prevent a voltage drop at startup. Power supply MCCB F300 MCCB Other equipment 3-4-2 Protective Conductor (Earth) Wiring WARNING In order to prevent electric shock, be sure to wire the protective conductor terminal to the protective earth using a conductor of at least 2 mm (AWG14).
System Setup Section System Setup 3-5-1 Connecting Power Supply Unit I/O Terminals WARNING In order to prevent electric shock, after completing the connection of the Power Supply Unit, be sure to cover the terminal block with the terminal protection cover (attachment) and fasten it using the plastic screw (attachment) and the screw hole of the NC terminal.
F309-VM Monitor Cable). To prevent damage to the Units, turn off the power supply before connecting or disconnecting any cables. MMI Unit F300-KP Console F300-FM2 MMI Unit Video Monitor F309-VM Monitor Cable, 2 m. (Purchased separately.) Note The F309-VM Monitor Cable incorporates a BNC connector, via which NTSC- standard video signals will be output to the Video Monitor.
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System Setup Section 2. To connect a cable, hold the rubber-molded part of the connector, align the notches, and push the connector straight in until it locks. 3. To disconnect the cable, lightly pull the lock ring to unlock the connector and pull the connector straight out.
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Normal Camera I/F Units F300-A20 Normal Camera I/F Unit F300-S Camera F200-S Camera F309-VSR2 Camera Cable, 5 m. (Purchased separately.) When using the F300-S Camera: AGC switch SHT switch Normal/Simultaneously Camera I/F Units F300-A22S Normal/Simultaneously Camera I/F Unit F300-S Camera F309-VSR2 Camera Cable, 5 m.
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System Setup Section Shutter and Shutter/Simultaneously Camera I/F Units F300-A20R Shutter Camera I/F Unit F300-S2R/S3DR Shutter Camera F300-A22RS Shutter/Simultaneously Camera I/F Unit F309-VSR2 Camera Cable, 5 m. (Purchased separately.) Frame Shutter Camera I/F Unit Frame Shutter Camera Unit Frame Shutter Camera...
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System Setup Section OVL Unit Follow the procedure below to connect and disconnect the F300-K Keyboard and the OVL Unit. F300-L12E OVL Unit F300-K Keyboard 1, 2, 3... 1. Holding the connector with the lock lever pointing up, push the connector straight in until it locks.
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System Setup Section Connecting and Use the following procedure to connect or disconnect the F300-FS Strobe I/F Disconnecting the Unit and strobes. F300-FS Strobe I/F Unit 1, 2, 3... 1. Hold the rubber-molded part of the connector, align the notches, and push the connector straight in until it locks.
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Parallel I/O Unit A special L-connector is supplied for the Parallel I/O Unit. Refer to the Connector Pin Allocation diagram on page 34 when wiring and assembling this connector. F300-DC2 Parallel I/O Unit Special L connector Programmable Controller (SYSMAC, etc.)
SECTION 4 Inspection, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting This section explains how to inspect and maintain the F300 System and provides troubleshooting procedures to follow should problems occur. Inspection ............. . .
Maintenance Section Inspection Inspect the F300 System on a daily or regular basis to maintain it in proper work- ing condition. Regular Inspections The majority of components used in the F300 System are semiconductors, which under proper operational conditions require little or no maintenance. Reg- ular inspections are important, however, to prevent problems such as terminal deterioration due to environmental factors.
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Procedure 1, 2, 3... 1. Turn off the F300 System power. If the F300 System is already off, turn it on for 10 seconds then turn it off again. 2. Insert a small flat-blade screwdriver into the cut-out at the top of the battery cover and gently remove the cover.
F300-N512 F300-N2M CR2025 F300-N256/N512 Follow the procedure shown below to replace the battery for an F300-N256 or F300-N512 Memory Card. 1, 2, 3... 1. Using a pointed implement such as a pin, push down the battery cover from the hole in the right side.
Troubleshooting Section F300-N2M Follow the procedure shown below to replace the battery for an F300-N2M Memory Card. 1, 2, 3... 1. Press down the catches and pull out the battery cover. 2. Replace the battery, being careful to insert the new battery in the proper direction.
The Units shown in the following table have been modified to conform to the EC Directives. Unit name New model number Old model number IMP Unit F300-C12E F300-C10EV2 Power Supply Unit pp y F300-P2 (100 to 120 VAC) (see note) F300-P F300-P2E (200 to 240 VAC) F300-PE MMI Unit F300-FM2 F300-FM Base Unit F300-B52...
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Appendix A Comparison of New and Old Models Non-conformance to EC Directives Unit name Model number Power Supply Unit F300-P2 (100 to 120 VAC) Normal Camera I/F Unit F300-A20 Shutter Camera I/F Unit F300-A20R Frame Shutter Camera I/F Unit F300-A23RS...
Revision History A manual revision code appears as a suffix to the catalog number on the front cover of the manual. Cat. No. Z118-E1-1 Revision code The following table outlines the changes made to the manual during each revision. Page numbers refer to the previous version.
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