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iVu BCR
Series Sensor
Gen2
Quick Start Guide
Introduction
The iVu BCR sensor is a barcode reader used to read a variety of barcodes and to optionally compare data to known
values. The sensor has an integrated color touch screen display making installation, setup, and configuration easy without
requiring a PC.
WARNING: Not To Be Used for Personnel Protection
Never use this device as a sensing device for personnel protection. Doing so could lead to
serious injury or death. This device does not include the self-checking redundant circuitry necessary
to allow its use in personnel safety applications. A sensor failure or malfunction can cause either an
energized or de-energized sensor output condition.
CAUTION: Electrostatic Discharge
Avoid the damage that electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause to the Sensor.
Always use a proven method for preventing electrostatic discharge when installing a lens or attaching a
cable.
Original Document
178445 Rev. A
Quick Start Overview
This guide is designed to help you set up and install the iVu BCR. It provides
an overview of the sensor and illustrates how to set up the sensor to read
barcodes. The flow chart to the left provides an overview of the process.
Use of this document assumes familiarity with pertinent industry standards
and practices.
For complete information on programming, performance, troubleshooting,
dimensions, and accessories, please refer to the documentation listed below.
This documentation is available on the Product CD or at
www.bannerengineering.com. Search for the part number to view the
documentation.
iVu BCR Gen2 with Integrated Display (datasheet; P/N 180759)
iVu BCR Gen2 with Remote Display (datasheet; P/N 180760)
iVu BCR Gen2 User's Manual (P/N 178445)
In addition, the sensor includes integrated Help.
23 September 2014
178445

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  • Page 1 iVu BCR Series Sensor Gen2 Quick Start Guide Introduction The iVu BCR sensor is a barcode reader used to read a variety of barcodes and to optionally compare data to known values. The sensor has an integrated color touch screen display making installation, setup, and configuration easy without requiring a PC.
  • Page 2: Installing And Connecting The Sensor

    BCR Gen2 Series Sensor Installing and Connecting the Sensor The iVu BCR sensor requires a bracket for mounting. Three brackets are available from Banner. The brackets allow the sensor to be mounted either perpendicular to the part or at an adjustable angle.
  • Page 3: Sensor Modes

    BCR Gen2 Series Sensor Remote Display Connector Power I/O Connector USB Connector NOTE: Micro video lens model shown. C-Mount model connections are identical. Table 3: Power I/O Connections Pin # Wire Color Description Direction White Output 1 Output Brown...
  • Page 4 BCR Gen2 Series Sensor Output 1 and Output 2 The sensor has two output signals that you can configure for Pass, Fail, Read, No Read, Match, No Match, System Error, and Missed Trigger. The default settings are Pass for Output 1, Fail for Output 2.
  • Page 5: Icon Reference

    BCR Gen2 Series Sensor System Inspection Barcode Type Sensor Mode Save to USB Barcode Count Configuration Load from USB Information Data Compare Compare Reset to Defaults Lock Device Set Data Scan Time Limit Communications Serial I/O Imager Command Channel...
  • Page 6 BCR Gen2 Series Sensor Icon Description The System menu icon is on the Main Menu, and is used to manage the sensor. The Logs menu icon is on the Main Menu, and is used to set up, view, and save Inspection and System Logs.
  • Page 7: Acquiring A Good Image

    • Capture the barcode with lighting that optimizes its contrast and separates it from the background. Depending on the target, this may mean the integral ring light is not the best choice and other Banner lights should be considered. •...
  • Page 8: Adjust The Focus On A Micro Video Lens Model

    BCR Gen2 Series Sensor • Main Menu > Imager > Exposure 4. Go to Main Menu > Imager > Focus to adjust the focus while monitoring the Focus Number: Adjust the Focus on a Micro Video Lens Model 1. Use the supplied 1/16 in. hex key to loosen the Focusing Window locking screw (D), then adjust focus on the iVu Series sensor using the clear Focusing Window (B).
  • Page 9: Adjust The Focus On A C-Mount Lens Model

    BCR Gen2 Series Sensor Micro Video Lens Models Lens Focusing Window Locking Clip Locking Screw Filter Cap (optional) Filter (optional) NOTE: Filter Kits are available separately. Adjust the Focus on a C-Mount Lens Model 1. Remove the Lens Enclosure.
  • Page 10: Setting Up For Data Compare

    BCR Gen2 Series Sensor NOTE: To ensure optimal performance, select only the barcode types for your application. For example, if you use only one of the of the barcode types listed for All Linear, uncheck the box next to All Linear, and select a radio button next to the desired linear barcode type. If you use only DataMatrix, uncheck all the boxes except the one next to DataMatrix.
  • Page 11 BCR Gen2 Series Sensor 2. Go to the Main Menu > Inspection > Data Compare > Set Data, and click Show last read data. 3. Click Yes. 4. Click the Home icon to return to the main screen. For all subsequent triggers, when the sensor reads the barcode data, it will compare it against this reference data.
  • Page 12: Trigger Modes

    Banner Engineering Corp. Limited Warranty Banner Engineering Corp. warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year following the date of shipment. Banner Engineering Corp. will repair or replace, free of charge, any product of its manufacture which, at the time it is returned to the factory, is found to have been defective during the warranty period.

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