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O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S Ruler3000 3D vision...
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Original document This document is an original document of SICK AG. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Transport inspection................. Storage...................... Mounting..................... 26 Mounting instructions................Required parts..................8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
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Control bar................9.1.4 Parameter settings pane............9.1.5 Log section................O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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Accessories..................93 Glossary....................94 15.1 Terms and abbreviations................Annex....................95 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
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16.4 Connecting encoders................115 16.5 EU declaration of conformity/Certificates..........117 O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
… highlights useful tips and recommendations as well as information for efficient and trouble-free operation. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
NOTICE Modifications and conversions to the device may result in unforeseeable dangers. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Knowledge of the software and hardware environment for the ■ particular application 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
Install the grounding for the product and the system in accordance with national ■ and regional regulations. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
2M. Please observe the national regula‐ tions in relation to this. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
The encoder, photoelectric switch and connection module are optional accessories. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK...
Stream Setup software until the image result is satisfactory. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
You also have several options to visualize the 3D image. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK...
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GETTING STARTED Figure 6: Getting the 3D image. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK...
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3D image of the object. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
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The reflectance values are saved as a grayscale image, with 8-bit resolution corresponding to each point in the range dataset O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK...
On-Chip Calculation. For technical details, see "Technical data", page 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
Ruler3000 complies with the GenICam™ and the GigE Vision® standards. For detail on supported versions see the Device Control feature. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK...
The most basic C++ code to grab an image: 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
AppEngine firmware you will run. This information is found on supportportal.sick.com. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK...
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Event available when camera disconnects. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
Avoid mechanical shocks. ■ Storage temperature: see "Technical data", page ■ O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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For storage periods of longer than 3 months, check the general condition of all ■ components and packaging on a regular basis. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
When the Ruler3000 is turned on, the emitted laser line must always cover the entire object width and should also extend a little on each side. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK...
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Y direction, see table 6 where different triggering modes are described. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
"Visualizing 2D data", page O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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8 µm / 15 µm Laser wavelength 660 nm 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
Closed current loop with equalizing currents via cable shield Ground potential difference 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
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Within the islands, a stable equipotential bonding prevents equalizing currents on the cable shields. Measures for small system installations O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Never connect a powered Power-I/O terminal or powered I/O signals to a camera. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
Connector Gigabit Ethernet (GigE): M12, 8-pin female, X-coded Connector Power I/O: M12, 17-pin male O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK...
When using a single-channel encoder, connect it to Encoder Input A+/A- (pin 5 and 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
A 2A fuse is included in the CDB. If another connection method is used, a 2A fuse needs to be added to the installation. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK...
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5/24 V input Encoder A+ 5/24 V input ß 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
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Signal in Ruler3000 Voltage CDB650 Power supply 24 V input à O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Follow the instructions in the setup wizard to install Stream Setup. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
The new value is saved automatically when you leave the input field or press Enter on your keyboard. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
(if to the right or the left of the ROI) or treated as missing data (if above or below the ROI). O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK...
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OffsetX, OffsetY, Width, and Height as shown in the figure below. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
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3D extraction For a rectified image the width is equal to Rectification width. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
For a rectified image the width is equal to Rectification width. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
Laser profile extraction Figure 31: Laser profile extraction GUI reference O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Figure 33: Normal exposure time: Laser line bright but not saturated. No background visible. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
The Search direction is only relevant when FirstLocalMax is used as Search Mode 3D. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK...
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Search mode 3D. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
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Pixel value Light intensity Maximum pixel value Linear (non-HDR) mode O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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In 3D mode, the maximum exposure time for PresetSoft, PresetMedium and PresetAg‐ gressive is about 4,10 and 26 ms, respectively. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
Setting exposure time using reflectance Tabs: 2D Image, 3D Image O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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Select the Scatter checkbox to add scatter data to the image data. The sampling window is defined by the following parameters: 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
Examples: Crushed stone, grain, sawdust. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
Encoder mode to be able to set Exposure time to your wanted value. Select Free-running or Encoder using the radio buttons. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK...
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PositionUp: "Forward" is defined as the positive direction. PositionDown: "Forward" is defined as the negative direction. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
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High-resolution encoder: The trigger point occurs for every single rising or falling edge on any channel. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK...
Select the Image trigger checkbox to enable image triggering. If Image trigger is not selected, the camera acquires images continuously. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
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57) section to acquire profiles with a regular time interval. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
For more information, see table 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
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"Rectification", page Set the Rectification spread, a value between 1 and 10. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Cameras, 2D Image, 3D Image and Evaluation. In the following sections, each of these tabs is explained. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
This information is useful, for example when you define the detection threshold, "Detection threshold", page O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK...
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Select the correct camera and click on the three dots to the right. Select IP settings. ✓ A new window opens. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
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You also have several options to visualize the 3D image. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK...
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Replaces each entry with the median of neighboring entries. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
Recording a set of images, the button turns red when recording is in progress. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK...
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Add the current image to loaded images in the Evaluation tab. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
At the bottom of the main window, there is a section where log messages are available. The messages can be hidden and shown by clicking the Log button. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK...
Find and select the parameter file and click Open. ✓ The parameter settings are loaded. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
Click Save. You also have the option to enter a description of the Camera configura‐ tion in the Description field. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK...
The orange line shows the region guaranteed to be covered by the device. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
For more information about light adjustments, see "Light settings", page O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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Suitable to show large variations in depth together with surface details. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
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Can only be changed for PCs with certain graphics board proper‐ ties. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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In the Log level drop-down list, select which type of log messages you want to see and search for. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
✓ The Firmware update window opens and the firmware update starts automatically. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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Reconnect to the device, see "Connecting the camera", page 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
Please note the accompanying production documenta‐ tion. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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At higher ambient temperatures the expected lifetime for the laser diode will decrease according to the Arrhenius equation. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK...
SICK AG. Interruptions or modifications to the device by the customer will invalid‐ ate any warranty claims against SICK AG. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
Description of the application ■ Description of the fault that occurred ■ O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Separate the recyclable materials by type and place them in recycling containers. ■ 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
Global-Shutter "Field of view diagram", page Red bandpass filter. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
The maximum line rate as a function of the number of used sensor rows for Ruler3000 is shown in figure 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
Dimensions (L x W x H) 245 mm x 65 mm x 108 mm 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
Fastening threads (M5 x 9 mm deep) Position and alignment hole for dowel pins (Ø 5 mm) O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK...
Accessories and where applicable mounting information can be found online at: • www.sick.com/Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
When the laser cannot properly illuminate parts of the object. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
When the coordinates from the sensor image are used as 3D data, a high value of the v-coordinate will give a high range value. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK...
Firmware update and Acquisition control. These groups can be used by a configuration GUI to show the parameters in a user-friendly way. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
SensorBoard MainBoard Laser ZpmSoc Zpm1 Zpm2 Zpm3 Zpm4 Filter O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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(C) measured at the location selected by DeviceTemperature‐ Selector. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
Height of the image provided by the device (in pixels). R(W) O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Value: Scan3dExtraction1 Scan3dCoordinateSelector[Scan3dEx‐ enum Values: tractionSelector] CoordinateA CoordinateB CoordinateC 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
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Reference tor] system. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
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A distance of 0 includes the center pixel. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
Controls the acquisition rate (in Hertz) at which the frames are captured. Valid if DeviceScanType is Areascan. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Values: LineTriggerInput FrameTriggerInput FrameSynchronizationOutput LaserStrobe1Output LaserStrobe2Output EncoderAInput EncoderBInput EncoderResetInput 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
Select the laser or sensor trigger output to configure. Values: LaserStrobe1Timer LaserStrobe2Timer FrameSynchronizationTimer O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Selects the Activation mode of the Encoder Reset Source signal. Value: RisingEdge 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
It is only possible to load user sets that are created for the currently running firmware version. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK...
FileSize[FileSelector] The size of the selected file, in bytes. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
ChunkWidth The width of the image included in the payload. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Normally, the user must not edit this feature. It is only intended for standard compli‐ ance testing. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
SCCFGx register for testing. GevMACAddress MAC address of the logical link. O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Recommended setting >4200 Default setting disabled Maximum setting 16128 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
Figure 89: Wiring example Camera #1 SICK Stegmann encoder (RS-422) Camera #2 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
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ANNEX Phase2 RS-422- Phase1 RS-422+ Phase1 RS-422- Phase2 RS-422+ O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 8026049//2021-04 | SICK Subject to change without notice...
Printed copies of the license texts are also available on request. 8026049//2021-04 | SICK O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S | Ruler3000 Subject to change without notice...
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