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2023 May 04
Revision: 23.2.0.9
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  • Page 1 ® DataMan 8700 Reference Manual 2023 May 04 Revision: 23.2.0.9...

  • Page 2: Legal Notices

    Copyright © 2023. Cognex Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Portions of the hardware and software provided by Cognex may be covered by one or more U.S. and foreign patents, as well as pending U.S. and foreign patents listed on the Cognex web site at: cognex.com/patents.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Buffering Data Summary of Intelligent Base Station Buffering Indicators Changing Communication Module On Intelligent Base Station Connecting to a Bluetooth DataMan 8700 Through an Intelligent Base Station Pairing Wireless Readers to Base Station Through Bluetooth Charging Base Station Changing the Power Source for Charging Base Station...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Using DataMan 8700 Wireless Reader through Wi-Fi Connecting in Access Point Mode Connecting in Infrastructure Mode Wi-Fi Channels Connecting in Bluetooth Direct Connect Mode Connect the Reader using Cognex Applications Connect with Bluetooth Direct Connect of your Mobile Device Bluetooth Application...

  • Page 5: Symbols

    Symbols Symbols The following symbols indicate safety precautions and supplemental information: WARNING: This symbol indicates a hazard that could cause death, serious personal injury or electrical shock. CAUTION: This symbol indicates a hazard that could result in property damage. Note: This symbol indicates additional information about a subject. Tip: This symbol indicates suggestions and shortcuts that might not otherwise be apparent.

  • Page 6: Precautions

    Precautions Precautions To reduce the risk of injury or equipment damage, observe the following precautions when you install the Cognex product: This product is intended for industrial use in automated manufacturing or similar applications. The safety of any system incorporating this product is the responsibility of the assembler of the system.

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    2-D PowerGrid algorithm, robust plastics, easy setup, and communication. The DataMan 8700 readers use the three unique styles of Cognex lighting technology and 2DMax+ algorithms to read even the most challenging Direct Part Mark barcodes. Tri-Lucent Lighting provides flexible lighting control to create polarized, bright field, and diffuse lighting.
  • Page 8 Getting Started You can purchase a charging base station with the DataMan 8700 reader that uses Bluetooth Direct Connect or Wi-Fi. The base station charges the battery in the reader and has no advanced communications. Note: The term wireless refers to the Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or Bluetooth direct communication options.

  • Page 9: Dataman 8700 Accessories

    Getting Started DataMan 8700 Accessories Base Stations Accessory Name Accessory Number Accessory Image DM8700 Base Station with RS-232 Slide-in DMB-8700-RS DM8700 Base Station with USB Slide-in DMB-8700-USB DM8700 Base Station with Ethernet Slide-in DMB-8700-E DM8700 Base Station Charge-Only DMB-8700-CHARGE Power Supplies...

  • Page 10: Miscellaneous Accessories

    Getting Started Accessory Name Accessory Number Accessory Image USB coiled cable with type A connector, 2.5 m DMC-HH-USBA-02C USB cable with type C connector, coiled, 2.5 m DMC-HH-USBC-02C Ethernet coiled cable with RJ45 connector, 5 m DMC-HH-ENET-05C Ethernet straight cable with RJ45 connector, 2.5 m DMC-HH-ENET-02 Ethernet straight cable with RJ45 connector, 5 m DMC-HH-ENET-05...

  • Page 11: Physical Layout Of The Reader

    Getting Started Physical Layout of the Reader Number DataMan 8700 DX Reader LED aimer Trigger (press and hold to read) Cable insertion point (corded readers only) 360° ring light indicator Lanyard hook OLED display OLED input and configuration buttons Diffused light...
  • Page 12 Getting Started Number DataMan 8700 DQ Reader LED aimer Trigger (press and hold to read) Cable insertion point (corded readers only) 360° ring light indicator Lanyard hook OLED display OLED input and configuration buttons Diffused light Number DataMan 8700 LX Reader...

  • Page 13: Oled Display Layout

    Lanyard hook OLED display OLED input and configuration buttons Diffused light OLED Display Layout The OLED display is user interface where you can communicate with the DataMan 8700. Number Screen or Icon Description Main Screen First screen after boot up is complete.

  • Page 14: Physical Layout Of The Base Stations

    Getting Started Physical Layout of the Base Stations DMB8700 Intelligent Base Station (Bluetooth, WiFi, and Bluetooth Direct Connect) Base station status indicators Reader on base station: RED = charging, or indicating contact status with the cradle Reader off base station: BLUE = connected via BT OFF = no connection Connection point with the reader: Pairing reader and base station...

  • Page 15: Setting Up Your Dataman 8700

    2. Download the DataMan Setup Tool from cognex.com/support/dataman and follow the on-screen steps. 3. Connect the DataMan 8700 to your PC. 4. Launch the DataMan Setup Tool and click Refresh. The reader or base station appears under COM ports or Network devices.

  • Page 16: Dataman 8700 Specifications

    Setting up Your DataMan 8700 DataMan 8700 Specifications Specification DataMan 8700 Reader Weight DX Corded: 463g (15.90 oz) + ~132 g (4.60 oz) cables DX Wireless: 548 g (18.70 oz) (battery included) DQ Corded: 395 g (13.90 oz) + ~132 g (4.60 oz) cables DQ Wireless: 479 g (16.90 oz) (battery included)

  • Page 17: Dataman 8700 Imager Specifications

    Cable Lengths 2.5 m + 2.5 m, 5 m total LED Wavelengths for DataMan 8700 Readers Note: The data below refer to the LED Illumination accessory of the reader, not to the LED indicators. The following table shows LED types and the related wavelengths: Reader Model λ...

  • Page 18: Base Station Mounting Options

    Setting up Your DataMan 8700 Base Station Mounting Options You can mount the base station in the following ways: Horizontal mounting: Into wood: use a 10 x 2 inch rounded head screw. Into metal: use a 10 x 1 5/8 inch socket head cap screw.

  • Page 19: Adjusting Base Station Grip Strength

    Setting up Your DataMan 8700 Number Description Maximum Recommended Torque Bottom-side threaded inserts 0.5 Nm Grip strength tuner Adjusting Base Station Grip Strength To adjust the grip of the base station, use the tuning screw on the back. There are three configurations:...
  • Page 20 Setting up Your DataMan 8700 Desktop mode Wall-mount mode Forklift mode Easy grip Medium grip Hard grip Note: You can adjust the grip strength by turning the screw with a flat-head screwdriver or a coin.

  • Page 21: Connection Options

    If you know the IP address of the reader, use the Add Network Device option under Repair & Support. This method allows the DataMan 8700 reader to appear in the list of Network devices so that you can connect to it through the DataMan Setup Tool and your Ethernet connection.

  • Page 22: Keyboard Layout Setup

    Connection Options You can enable HID reports by ticking the checkbox in DataMan Setup Tool. 1. Open the target window. Make sure that the target window is the active window. 2. Start scanning codes with the reader. You can also enable HID reports by the following steps: 1.

  • Page 23: Changing The Communication Module In Dataman 8700 Corded Reader

    US: setxkbmap -display :0 -model us -layout us Changing the Communication Module in DataMan 8700 Corded Reader The communication modularity of the DataMan 8700 reader allows using USB, Ethernet and RS-232 slide-in communication type conversion kits. See the list of serial slide-ins in Miscellaneous Accessories on page 8.
  • Page 24 Connection Options 3. Pull out the end cap assembly with the internal communication slide-in. 4. Separate the internal slide-in from the end cap assembly. 5. Line up the new communication slide-in with the rails on the internal sides of the reader. 6.
  • Page 25 Connection Options 7. Replace the end cap assembly. 8. Insert the screws into the end cap assembly using a Hex 2.0 mm screwdriver. Note: Use 0.6 Nm (5.31 in-lb) torque on the screws and tighten in the sequence shown in the image.

  • Page 26: Using Dataman 8700 Wireless Reader

    Wireless readers require a base station for communication, charging, or both: DataMan 8700 Bluetooth readers transmit data to the intelligent base station and use it to charge batteries. DataMan 8700 Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Direct Connect readers use a charging base station to charge batteries.

  • Page 27: Buffering Data

    Connection Options Buffering Data When you are within the wireless range of the base station, your wireless reader sends decoded data to your host through the base station, just as if you used a corded reader. You can also see the decoded images in the DataMan Setup Tool, if it is running and is connected to the reader.

  • Page 28: Summary Of Intelligent Base Station Buffering Indicators

    Connection Options When the buffer is full, no more codes are read. The reader does not discard the oldest read, the reader beeps and the status indicator changes to WHITE. Summary of Intelligent Base Station Buffering Indicators Condition Status Indicator: Reader Status Indicator: Base Sounds Station...

  • Page 29: Changing Communication Module On Intelligent Base Station

    Connection Options Changing Communication Module On Intelligent Base Station The communication modularity of the DataMan 8700 reader allows using USB, Ethernet, and RS-232 slide-in communication type conversion kits. See the list of serial slide-ins in Miscellaneous Accessories on page 8. Follow the steps to change the communication conversion kit: 1.
  • Page 30 Connection Options 3. Pull the slide-in assembly out. 4. Detach the slide-in from the end cap assembly.
  • Page 31 Connection Options 5. Insert the new slide-in.

  • Page 32: Connecting To A Bluetooth Dataman 8700 Through An Intelligent Base Station

    6. Insert the end cap and lock the yellow latch. Connecting to a Bluetooth DataMan 8700 Through an Intelligent Base Station 1. Open end cap and insert the battery. Make sure you insert the battery into the slot with the metal contact pins pushed in first.
  • Page 33 Connection Options 2. Press the metal tab until you hear a click to close the end cap. 3. Connect the USB or RS-232 cable with external power or the Power over Ethernet (PoE) cable to the base station. 4. Connect the other end of the cable to the computer or to the hub. 5.

  • Page 34: Pairing Wireless Readers To Base Station Through Bluetooth

    Configure wireless communication settings by connecting to the base station. In order for the changed settings to be synchronized between the DataMan 8700 wireless reader and the base station, place your reader in the base station after your changes are saved. To assign a static IP address to the base station when communicating via Ethernet, connect to the base station in the DataMan Setup Tool.

  • Page 35: Charging Base Station

    Connection Options Charging Base Station You can purchase a charging base station with a DataMan 8700 reader that uses Bluetooth Direct Connect or Wi-Fi. The base station charges the battery in the reader and has no advanced communications. Changing the Power Source for Charging Base Station There following table shows the power options for the charging base station.
  • Page 36 Connection Options 1. Power up the reader. 2. Make sure the display of the reader is showing an Access Point icon. Note: If the reader display shows a router icon, the reader is already configured to connect to a Wi-Fi network. If you want to connect to the reader in AP mode, navigate to Settings >...
  • Page 37 Connection Options 3. Navigate to the Communications application step and choose the Wi-Fi tab. 4. Set the Preferred Band to Any. Note: The layout of this dropdown menu can change depending on the country code of your reader.
  • Page 38 Connection Options 5. Enter the Network name (SSID). 6. Select the Authentication mode your network uses. Enter the passphrase if needed.

  • Page 39: Connecting In Infrastructure Mode

    Connection Options 7. Save the changes and reboot the reader by clicking on the triangle icon in the upper-right corner. While the reader reboots, it connects to the Wi-Fi network. You can confirm this on the reader screen, which displays a router icon with signal strength indicator.

  • Page 40: Wi-Fi Channels

    Connection Options Authentication mode Encryption Requirements WPA2-PSK TKIP, AES-CCMP Passphrase EAP-TLS Client certificate CA certificate (optional) Client private key Client identity Password of private key Wi-Fi Channels The following tables include the available channels and bands for each country. The green color means the channel is available, while the red color means the channel is unavailable in that country. Global Specification Applicable for readers with the following product IDs: DMR-8700DX-WIFI-GS...
  • Page 41 Connection Options Wi-Fi Channel Canada Brazil South Japan China Mexico India Rest of Band Region Korea World 2.4 GHz CH 1-11 (11b/g/n) CH 12-13 5 GHz CH36-48 (11a/n/ac) CH52-64 CH100- CH120- CH132- CH144 CH149- US Specification Applicable for readers with the following product IDs: DMR-8700DX-WIFI-US DMR-8700LX-WIFI-US DMR-8700DQ-WIFI-US...

  • Page 42: Connecting In Bluetooth Direct Connect Mode

    Troubleshooting If you have a DataMan 8700 connected to an Android device and cannot see the soft keyboard, you need to adjust the input method settings on your device. Go to the Bluetooth connection screen, select the settings for the DataMan 8700, and disable the input method option, which is enabled by default.

  • Page 43: Connect With Bluetooth Direct Connect Of Your Mobile Device Bluetooth Application

    Connection Options Connect with Bluetooth Direct Connect of your Mobile Device Bluetooth Application 1. Power up the reader. 2. Activate discoverable mode on your reader by either navigating to Settings > Communications > Connect > BT Device on the reader screen, or scanning the reader configuration code. 3.

  • Page 44: Charging

    Connection Options Charging When you are reading codes with your wireless reader, blinking red status indicators and a warning on the OLED display signal a low battery. As the battery discharges, the blink frequency increases. A blinking red status indicator indicates low battery or thermal shutdown mode.

  • Page 45: Changing Batteries

    The battery used in these devices may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if mistreated. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 ºC (140 ºF), or incinerate. Replace battery with Cognex DMA-BATTERY-5000 only. Any other battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
  • Page 46 Connection Options 3. Put the replacement battery into the slot with the metal contact pins pushed in first. Tip: A small triangle on one side of the battery is also indicating the correct placement. Press the metal tab until you hear a click to close the end cap. WARNING: Dispose of the used battery promptly.

  • Page 47: Reading Codes With The Dataman 8700

    Start menu, the Setup Tool Help menu, or the Cognex Documentation Portal. Trigger Types The DataMan 8700 trigger mode determines when the reader attempts to read a code. Use the DataMan Setup Tool or the appropriate reader configuration codes to change trigger types. Supported trigger types:...

  • Page 48: Field Of View And Reading Distances

    Reading Codes with the DataMan 8700 Manual (default): Pressing the trigger button on the reader starts image acquisition. The reader continues to acquire images until thare is a detectable and decoded image or until the release of the trigger button.
  • Page 49 Reading Codes with the DataMan 8700 DM8700 DX Depth of Field Values Distances in mm / 1D min code Distances in mm / 2D min code 0-650 50 MIL 0-650 50 MIL 0-1000 100 MIL 0-1000 100 MIL DM8700 DQ Field of View Values...
  • Page 50 Reading Codes with the DataMan 8700 DM8700 LX Field of View Values Working Distance Horizontal Values Vertical Values = 30 mm (1.2 in) = 11 mm (0.4 in) = 15 mm (0.6 in) = 180 mm (7.1 in) = 116 mm (4.5 in) = 87 mm (3.4 in)
  • Page 51 Reading Codes with the DataMan 8700 DM8700 HD Field of View Values Working Distance Horizontal Values Vertical Values = 20 mm (0.8 in) = 25 mm (0.9 in) = 20 mm (0.8 in) = 45 mm (1.8 in) = 35 mm (1.4 in) = 25 mm (0.9 in)

  • Page 52: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Cleaning and Maintenance Cleaning and Maintenance Cleaning the Reader Housing To clean the outside of the reader housing, use a small amount of mild detergent cleaner or isopropyl alcohol on a cleaning cloth. Do not pour the cleaner on the reader housing. CAUTION: Do not attempt to clean any DataMan product with harsh or corrosive solvents, including lye, methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) or gasoline.
  • Page 53 Cleaning and Maintenance 3. Remove the yellow latch and the gray base. 4. Remove the yellow latch from the gray base by opening it further until it snaps off the connector rod. Once the yellow latch is removed, you can slide the rod out of the gray base. Note: Make sure to keep the connector rod for use with the replacement parts.
  • Page 54 Cleaning and Maintenance 6. Insert the gray base into the reader. Screw the four screws back in. 7. Press the metal tab until you hear a click to close the end cap.

  • Page 55: Compliance Information, Warnings And Notices

    Compliance Information, Warnings and Notices Regulations and Conformity The corded DataMan 8700 LX/HD, DX, and DQ readers have Regulatory Model R00081, R00083, and R00084 respectively. The wireless DataMan 8700 LX/HD, DX, and DQ readers have Regulatory Model R00082, R00085, and R00086 respectively and meets or exceeds the requirements of all applicable standards organizations for safe operation.
  • Page 56 (1) Es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no cause interferencia perjudicial y (2) Este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar cualquier interferencia, incluyendo la que pueda causar su operación no deseada. The following specifications apply to the DataMan 8700 LX, HD, DX and DQ wireless reader: Regulator Specification...
  • Page 57 (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. Brazil Wireless DataMan 8700 LX and HD: Regulatory Model R00082, ANATEL ID: 07649-22-08330 Wireless DataMan 8700 DX: Regulatory Model R00085, ANATEL ID: 12815-21-08330, 07185-22-08330 Wireless DataMan 8700 DQ: Regulatory Model R00086, ANATEL ID: 12815-21-08330, 07188-22-08330 Este produto está...

  • Page 58: Compliance Statements: Dataman Wireless Base Station

    However, as with any electrical equipment, the best way to ensure safe operation is to operate them according to the agency guidelines that follow. Note: For the most current CE declaration and regulatory conformity information, see the Cognex support site: cognex.com/support.
  • Page 59 For Bluetooth and WiFi EN61010-1 EN ETSI 301 489-1/-17 EN ETSI 300 328, EN ETSI 301893, EN ETSI 300440 Safety and Regulatory Cognex Corporation Manufacturer One Vision Drive Natick, MA 01760 USA Intelligent Base Station: Regulatory Model R00090 This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take immediate measures.

  • Page 60: Compliance Statements: Dataman Charging Base Station

    However, as with any electrical equipment, the best way to ensure safe operation is to operate them according to the agency guidelines that follow. Note: For the most current CE declaration and regulatory conformity information, see the Cognex support site: cognex.com/support.

  • Page 61: For European Community Users

    Charging Base Station: Regulatory Model R00090, KC ID: R-R-CGX-R00090 For European Community Users Cognex complies with Directive 2012/19/EU OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 4 July 2012 on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This product has required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production. It may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment, if not properly disposed.

  • Page 62: 中 国 大陆 Rohs (Information For China Rohs Compliance)

    Compliance Information, Warnings and Notices 中 国 大 陆 RoHS (Information for China RoHS Compliance) 根 据 中国大 陆《 电 子信 息产 品污染 控 制管理办法 》 ( 也称为中 国大 陆RoHS)， 以 下部 份 列 出 了本 产品 中 可能 包含 的 有 毒...
  • Page 63 Copyright © 2023 Cognex Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

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