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Original operating instructions AMS 304 Optical laser measurement system – PROFIBUS / SSI We reserve the right to make technical changes EN 2021/04/30 - 50113335...
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AMS 304 The main menus Device information - main menu AMS 304i 120 Leuze electronic This menu item contains detailed informa- tion on GmbH & Co. KG • Device type SW: V 1.3.0HW:1 • Manufacturer SN: ----------------------- • Software and hardware version •...
Note! The Declaration of Conformity for these devices can be requested from the manufacturer. The manufacturer of the product, Leuze electronic GmbH & Co. KG in D-73277 Owen, possesses a certified quality assurance system in accordance with ISO 9001. Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
With its AMS 3xx product series, Leuze makes available a wide range of internationally rele- vant interfaces. Note that each interface version listed below corresponds to a different AMS 3xx model.
Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG is not liable for damages caused by improper use. Read the technical description before commissioning the device. Knowledge of this ...
Exemption of liability Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG is not liable in the following cases: • The device is not being used properly. • Reasonably foreseeable misuse is not taken into account.
The device must not be tampered with and must not be changed in any way. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the device. Repairs must only be performed by Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG. NOTE Affix laser information and warning signs! Laser information and warning signs are attached to the device (see figure 2.1).
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Safety A Laser aperture B Laser warning sign C Laser information sign with laser parameters Figure 2.1: Laser apertures, laser warning signs AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
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18 μs 18 μs Wavelength: 655 nm 655 nm CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT IEC 60825-1:2014 Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 IEC 60825-1:2014 Figure 2.2: Laser warning and information signs – supplied stick-on labels Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
Fast commissioning / operating principle Fast commissioning / operating principle Note! Below you will find a short description for the initial commissioning of the AMS 304i. Detailed explanations for the listed points can be found throughout the handbook. Mounting the AMS 304...
Store the slave address for the AMS 304 in the PROFIBUS manager. Ensure that the address is the same as the address configured in the device. Detailed information can be found in Chapter 9. Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
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This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference, in which case the operator may be required to take adequate measures. The AMS 304 is designed in accordance with protection class III for supply with PELV (protective extra-low voltage). Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
M5 screw for alignment Knurled nut with WAF4 hexagon socket and M5 nut for securing Optical axis Zero point of the distance to be measured Figure 4.1: AMS 304 dimensioned drawing AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
Note! Please note that the shown name plate is for illustration purposes only; the contents do not correspond to the original. Save the original packaging for later storage or shipping. AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
AMS 304 and the reflector. Use M5 screws to fasten the laser measurement system. Secure the screws with a lock washer to protect against loosening caused by vibrations. Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
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). Knurled nut and nut must not be tightened until alignment Figure 5.2 has been completed. Attention! The device must not be opened. Failure to comply will render the guarantee void. Warranted features cannot be guaranteed after the device has been opened. AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
A mounting bracket for mounting the AMS 304 on a flat, horizontal surface is available as an optional accessory. Type designation: MW OMS/AMS 01 Part no.: 50107255 Laser beam Figure 5.3: Optional mounting bracket Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
Measurement distance up to 120m: minimum parallel spacing X ≥ 600mm Measurement distance up to 200m: minimum parallel spacing X ≥ 750mm Measurement distance up to 300m: minimum parallel spacing X ≥ 750mm AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
Depending on the size of the used reflector, the DDLS can be mounted with a minimum parallel spacing of 100mm to the AMS 304 . The parallel spacing is independent of the distance. Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
Use the M5 screws to mount the deflector unit. Secure the screws with a lock washer to protect against loosening caused by vibrations. Figure 5.5: Mounting variants of the US AMS 01 laser beam deflector unit AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
Installation and mounting 5.3.2 Dimensioned drawing of US AMS 01 deflector unit Laser beam Figure 5.6: Dimensioned drawing of US AMS 01 deflector unit Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
Height of the spring in non- preloaded state A Mirror Figure 5.7: Photo and dimensioned drawing of the US 1 OMS deflector unit The laser light spot is aligned with the reflector as described in Chapter 5.2. AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
Reflectors General information The AMS 304 measures distances against a reflective tape specified by Leuze. All technical data given for the AMS 304 , such as the operating range or accuracy, can only be achieved with the reflective tape specified by Leuze.
Do not use any abrasive agents. A conventional household detergent Cleaning can be used as a cleaning agent. Rinse with clear water and dry the surface. Reflector storage Store in a cool and dry place. AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
Do not use any abrasive agents. A conventional household Cleaning detergent can be used as a cleaning agent. Rinse with clear water and dry the surface. Reflector storage Store in a cool and dry place. AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
Depending on the system design, the reflector can be mounted so that it moves with the vehicle or it can be mounted at a fixed location. Attention! The reflector sizes shown below are a recommendation from Leuze for on-vehicle mounting of the i. For stationary mounting of the...
For this purpose, use the alignment elements provided on the AMS 304 … (see chapter 5.2 "Mounting the AMS 304i"). If necessary, remove the protective film from the reflector. Attention! The "TOP" label on the reflectors should be aligned the same as the connections of the...
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Direct reflection due to the triple structure Deflected surface reflection due to the pitch of the reflective tape Figure 6.3: Mounting the reflector Pitch approx. 1° Spacer sleeves Figure 6.4: Pitch of the reflector AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
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Direct reflection due to the triple structure Deflected surface reflection due to the pitch of the reflective tape Figure 6.5: Mounting of heated reflectors Pitch approx. 1° Spacer sleeves Figure 6.6: Pitch of the heated reflector Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
Reliable operation of the and, thus, max. operating range and accuracy can only AMS 304 be achieved with the reflective tape specified by Leuze. Correct operation cannot be guar anteed if other reflectors are used! AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
The laser measurement systems are designed in accordance with protection class III for sup ply by PELV (protective extra-low voltage with reliable disconnection). Note! Degree of protection IP65 is achieved only if the connectors and caps are screwed into place! Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
RS232-RX Receiving line RS 232/service data RS232-RX Not used M12 socket (A-coded) Thread Functional earth (housing) Table 7.5: Pin assignment - Service Note! The service interface is designed only for use by Leuze! AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
Display and control panel AMS 304i Display and control panel AMS 304 Structure of the control panel Status indicator Bus/interface info Bar graph Distance measurement value Control buttons Figure 8.1: Structure of the control panel using the AMS 304 PROFIBUS device variant as...
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Display and control panel AMS 304i Warning - laser prefailure message: Laser diode old, device still functional, exchange or have repaired. Warning - temperature monitoring: Internal device temperature above/below permissible range. Plausibility error: Implausible measurement value. Possible causes: light beam interruption, outside of measurement range, permissible internal device temperature considerably exceeded or traverse rate >10m/s.
Display and control panel AMS 304i 8.2.2 LED status indicators PWR LED Device OFF - No supply voltage Flashing green Power LED flashes green - No measurement value output - Voltage connected - Self test running - Initialization running - Parameter download running...
Display and control panel AMS 304i Green continuous light BUS LED green - AMS 304 PROFIBUS communication active, bus Flashing green BUS LED flashes green - AMS 304 not on the bus Flashing red BUS LED flashes red - Configuration failed ("parameter failure")
Display and control panel AMS 304i Use the buttons to set the desired value. An accidental, incorrect entry can be corrected by selecting <-| and then pressing Then use the buttons to select save and save the set value by pressing...
Display and control panel AMS 304i Parameter - main menu Parameter Parameter handling • Configuration of the AMS. PROFIBUS See "Parameter menu" on page 46. Position value Language selection - main menu Language selection o Deutsch • Selection of the display language.
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Display and control panel AMS 304i Table 8.1: Parameter handling submenu Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Selection/configuration option Standard Description Parameters to By pressing the enter button after selecting default Parameters to default, all parameters are reset to their standard settings without any further security prompts.
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Display and control panel AMS 304i Tabelle 8.3: SSI submenu Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Selection/configuration option Standard Description Error bit func- The error bit can be assigned the following status messages: Plausibili- tion Overflow / Intensity (ATT) / Temperature (TMP) / ty (PLB) Laser (LSR) / Plausibility (PLB) / Hardware (ERR).
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Display and control panel AMS 304i I/O submenu Table 8.5: I/O submenu Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Selection/configuration option Standard Description I/O 1 Port con- Input/Output Output figuration Defines whether I/O 1 functions as an output or input. Switching...
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Service Baud rate 57.6kbit/s / 115.2kbit/s 115.2kbit/ RS232 The service interface is only available to Leuze personnel. Format 8,e,1 / 8,n,1 8,n,1 The service interface is only available to Leuze personnel. AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
Display and control panel AMS 304i 8.3.3 Language selection menu Language selection o Deutsch English o Español o Français o Italiano 5 display languages are available: • German • English • Spanish • French • Italian The AMS 304 is delivered from the factory with the display preset to English.
Display and control panel AMS 304i Operation An operating process is described here using parameter enable as an example. Parameter enable During normal operation parameters can be viewed only. If parameters are to be changed, the ON menu item in the Parameter -> Parameter handling -> Parameter enable menu must be activated.
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Note! Parameters which are defined in a GSD file have priority. After deactivation of parameter enable on the AMS 304i, the parameters defined in the control are reactivated. The address setting is not overwritten. For the SSI interface, communication between the control and the AMS 304 is also active when parameter enable is active.
(see ). The active inter Chapter 8.3.2 face is shown in the display; if PROFIBUS is active, the set address is visible in the display. AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
If the laser measurement system is the last subscriber in the network, the BUS OUT con nection must be connected to a terminator plug; see "Accessories – Terminating resistor" on page 108. Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
If these values are not changed by the user, the device operates with the default settings set by Leuze electronic on delivery. Please refer to the following module descriptions for the default settings of the device.
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Outputs (O) described are outputs of the control. Parameters (P) described are parameters of the GSD file in the control. Note! You can find the current GSD file for the AMS 304i on our homepage at: www.leuze.com. Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
The parameters and input/output data within a module are labeled from … Example Preset parameter in module 2 becomes active only when the preset teach occurs via module 2 , 4 or 5 . AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
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SSI inter- face. In this case, the value 0 is output on the SSI interface. An appropriate offset must be selected such that only positive values are transmitted. Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
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Unit CR to addr type module Metr. Inch sign Output of the current position. -999999 … +999999 – Scaled Position 32 bits value Input data length: 4 bytes consistently Output data None AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
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Metr. Inch Read in the preset value. 01 Preset teach – – Preset teach Preset value is deactivated. 01 Preset reset – – Preset reset Output data length: 1 byte Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
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The output data affects all inter- sign – -999999 … +999999 in/100 faces. The resolution of the preset 32 bits Preset value is independent of the reso- lution selected in module 1. Output data length: 5 byte AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
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0 = OFF Laser (LSR) – Laser prefailure message. 1 = ON Plausibility (PLB) 0 = OFF If implausible measurement val- – ues are diagnosed, the output is 1 = ON set. Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
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If the laser beam hits the reflector at a later point in time while switched on, the AMS 304i 200 returns valid measurement values after the following time span: t = (measurement distance / 20m) sec. AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
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The corre- signal level sponding release is performed in – – State module 4, output parameter 1: Output active at sig- bit 2.0. nal level Output data length: 1 byte Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
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0 = OFF Laser (LSR) – Laser prefailure message. 1 = ON Plausibility (PLB) 0 = OFF If implausible measurement val- – ues are diagnosed, the output is 1 = ON set. AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
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If the laser beam hits the reflector at a later point in time while switched on, the AMS 304i returns valid measurement values after the following time span: t = (measurement distance / 20m) sec. Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
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The corre- signal level sponding release is performed in – – State module 5, output parameter 1: Output active at sig- bit 2.1. nal level Output data length: 1 byte AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
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1. 1: Value less than limit 0: OK Signals that the value is greater Upper positi- – – – on limit value than upper limit value 1. 1: Value greater than limit Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
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Description Rel. Data Value Default Unit CR to addr type module Metr. Inch 0: Laser ON Actuation of the laser. – – – Laser 1: Laser OFF Output data length: 2 bytes AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
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Hex code of the "Position limit value range 1" parameter The value listed in the table shows the hex coding of the default settings: 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 Input data None Output data None Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
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Hex code of the "Position limit value range 2" parameter The value listed in the table shows the hex coding of the default settings: 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 Input data None Output data None AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
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0: OFF Suppress event of an error or if it is sup- – – velocity sta- pressed for the configured 1: ON velocity suppression time. Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
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Hex coding of the "Error handling procedures" parameter (position and velocity) The value listed in the table shows the hex coding of the default settings: 00 64 00 C8 Input data None Output data None AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
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100=4: 32 101=5: 64 110=6: 128 Parameter length: 2 bytes Hex coding of the "Velocity" parameter The value listed in the table shows the hex coding of the default settings: 00 19 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
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Rel. Data Value Default Unit CR to addr type module Metr. Inch sign Current velocity. -999999 … +999999 Scaled – Velocity 32 bits Input data length: 4 bytes consistently Output data None AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
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32 bits range end Parameter length: 13 bytes Hex coding of the "Static velocity limit value 1" parameter The value listed in the table shows the hex coding of the default settings: Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
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32 bits range end Parameter length: 13 bytes Hex coding of the "Static velocity limit value 2" parameter The value listed in the table shows the hex coding of the default settings: Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
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32 bits range end Parameter length: 13 bytes Hex coding of the "Static velocity limit value 3" parameter The value listed in the table shows the hex coding of the default settings: Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
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32 bits range end Parameter length: 13 bytes Hex coding of the "Static velocity limit value 4" parameter The value listed in the table shows the hex coding of the default settings: Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
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32 bits range start The velocity limit value is moni- sign … -999999 … +999999 – Limit value tored up to this position. 32 bits range end Output data length: 13 bytes consistently Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
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1: Comparison active Limit value 2 0: Comparison not ac- Signals whether the current tive Velocity com- velocity is compared with this limit – – – parison value. Limit value 3 1: Comparison active AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
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0: Comparison not ac- Signals whether the current Dynamic tive velocity is compared with this limit – – – velocity com- value. parison 1: Comparison active Input data length: 2 byte Output data None Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
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If the SSI interface is not configured via module 17 (SSI interface) in PROFIBUS operation, the SSI interface is operated with the default parameters. If the SSI interface is operated without PROFIBUS (PROFIBUS OFF/SSI ON), configuration is performed via the display. AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
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Laser (LSR) – – Laser prefailure message. 1: ON 0: OFF Plausibility (PLB) – – Plausibility error. 1: ON 0: OFF Hardware (ERR) – – Hardware error. 1: ON Parameter length: 2 bytes Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
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67,108 in 1,704m ≈ 26 bits; resolution 0.01 671m 6,710 in 170m ≈ 26 bits; resolution 0.001 671 in Figure 9.19:SSI interface - resolution and maximum position value which can be represented AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
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< 30°C: heating on amb. This parameter is available as > 35°C: heating off amb. standard, but functions only for devices with integrated heating (AMS 304 … H). Parameter length: 4 bytes Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
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PROFIBUS interface Hex coding of the "Other" parameter The value listed in the table shows the hex coding of the default settings: Input data None Output data None AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
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3333mm gives an output value of "1111". The resolution of the "Offset", "Preset" and "Limit values" pa- rameters is not affected by the free resolution. Parameter length: 4 bytes Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
The SSI interface can only represent positive distance values. If negative output values are ascertained due to the offset or counting direction, a zero value is output at the SSI interface! In the event of a number overflow, all data bits are set to "1". AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
Note! The data can be read out at a clock rate between 80kHz and 800kHz. Attention! Updating the measurement values on the SSI interface of the AMS 304i: The measurement value on the SSI interface of the AMS 304i is updated approx. every 1.7ms (default) irrespective of the clock frequency.
Position output: 0 Suppress position status: active Position suppression time: 100ms Display language English Display illumination OFF after 10min. Display contrast Medium Password protection Password 0000 Table 10.2: Default settings of the SSI interface Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
For basic operation of the display, please refer to Chapter 8.2.3. In order to change the parameters, please activate parameter enable. The SSI interface remains active even during parameter enable. Changes to parameters have an immediate effect. AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
(always "1" because no summation occurs) The status messages within the ring memory are selected with the up/down buttons Use the enter button to call up detailed information about the respective status message: Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
Use the up/down buttons to scroll in the bottom half between various displays. The contents of the scrollable pages are intended solely for Leuze for internal evaluation. The diagnostics have no influence on communication with the host interface and can be acti- vated during operation of the AMS 304 11.1.3 Expanded diagnosis...
Plausibility error Traverse rate >10m/s. Hardware error For error description, see display, PWR LED "static red" It may be necessary to send in the device. Table 11.1: General causes of errors Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
Send in device at next possible opportunity to have laser diode replaced. Have replace- Laser diode warning ment device ready. Indicates an uncorrectable error in the Send in device for repair. Hardware error hardware AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
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• Reason for requesting support together with a description For this purpose, please register the merchandise concerned. Simply register return of the merchandise on our website www.leuze.com under Contact & Support -> Repair Service & Returns: To ensure quick and easy processing of your request, we will send you a returns order with the returns address in digital form.
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N.C. B (P) M12 socket Thread Functional earth (housing) (B-coded) A (N) N.C. N.C. N.C. B (P) M12 connector (B-coded) Conductor with insulation red Conductor with insulation green Drain wire Fibrous fleece Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
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KB PB-10000-BA M12 socket for BUS IN, axial connector, open cable end, 50104179 cable length 10m KB PB-15000-BA M12 socket for BUS IN, axial connector, open cable end, 50104178 cable length 15m AMS 304 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG...
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KB SSI/IBS-25000-BA M12 socket, B-coded, for SSI/Interbus, axial connector, 50108447 open cable end, cable length 25m KB SSI/IBS-30000-BA M12 socket, B-coded, for SSI/Interbus, axial connector, 50108446 open cable end, cable length 30m Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
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Contact your Leuze distributor or service organization should repairs be required. The addresses can be found on the inside of the cover and on the back. Note! When sending laser measurement systems to Leuze for repair, please provide an accurate description of the fault. 13.3 Disassembling, packing, disposing Repacking For later reuse, the device is to be packed so that it is protected.
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Electrical connection ....37 Language selection menu ... . 51 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG AMS 304...
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Menu structure AMS 304 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Selection/configuration option Detailed infor- mation on : Selection : Selection : Selection : Selection : Selection : Selection : Back : Back : Back : Back : Activate : Back Device information...
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Deutsch / English / Español / Français / Italiano Page 51 Service Status messages Number of readings, reading gates, reading rate / non-reading rate etc. Page 51 Diagnosis Only for use by Leuze personnel for service purposes Expanded diagnosis Only for use by Leuze personnel for service purposes...
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