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GoMax NX Smart Vision Accelerator
USER MANUAL
Software version: GoPxL 1.0.xx.xx
Document revision: A

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  • Page 1 GoMax NX Smart Vision Accelerator USER MANUAL Software version: GoPxL 1.0.xx.xx Document revision: A...

  • Page 2: Copyright

    LMI Technologies, Inc. Trademarks and Restrictions GoMax™ and Gocator™ are registered trademarks of LMI Technologies, Inc. Any other company or product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners. Information contained within this manual is subject to change.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Safety and Maintenance Electrical Safety Cleaning and Maintenance Environment Hardware Overview Protocol Support Adding GoMax NX to a Sensor System Connecting Power Setting the IP Address Discovering a GoMax NX IP Address Mounting Using DIN Rail Clips Mounting to a Wall or Frame...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    GoMax NX lets you quickly and easily add powerful data processing to a Gocator system, achieving faster cycle times and enhancing overall inspection performance. GoMax NX provides this compute power thanks to its 384-core GPU and 48 Tensor cores—all in a compact, rugged case.
  • Page 5 The web interface on an accelerated sensor is identical to the interface on an unaccelerated sensor. For this reason, after you have configured GoMax NX, you should refer to the GoPxL user manuals, available on LMI's website.

  • Page 6: Interface Overview

    Settings page Contains settings for configuring the network address of the GoMax NX unit. For more information, see Setting the IP Address on page 15. Maintenance Lets you upgrade firmware and perform a factory reset of the GoMax NX unit. For more information, see page Upgrading and Restoring GoMax NX on page 31.
  • Page 7 Element Description Connected Sensors connected to the GoMax NX unit are listed here. The status of connected sensors is listed as sensor or "Connected." sensors Connected sensors are also listed on the Discover page with an "In Use" status. CPU Load and Provides important GoMax NX metrics. The "rocket" icon indicates that the GoMax NX is an accelerating Speed device.

  • Page 8: Safety And Maintenance

    If the power supply or cords get damaged, contact LMI Technologies for a replacement. Use care when handling powered devices Wires connecting to the GoMax NX unit should not be handled while the unit is powered. Doing so may cause electrical shock to the user or damage to the equipment.
  • Page 9 Ensure that ambient conditions are within specifications GoMax NX units are suitable for operation between -15 and 55 degrees Celcius. GoMax NX Smart Vision Accelerator: User Manual Safety and Maintenance • 9...

  • Page 10: Hardware Overview

    Hardware Overview The following illustrates the physical features of a GoMax NX unit. Item Description HDMI IN / OUT Reserved for future use. ETH1 Ethernet port. For direct connection to a PC for the initial configuration and to connect the GoMax unit to the sensor system via a hub. PCs and PLCs should only be connected to this Ethernet port.

  • Page 11: Protocol Support

    Protocol Support GoMax NX supports protocols for communicating with sensors over Ethernet (TCP/IP) and serial output. Protocols available over Ethernet Gocator Modbus EtherNet/IP ASCII PROFINET For an overview of the Ethernet ports used by sensors, see Required Ports in the user manual of your sensor.

  • Page 12: Adding Gomax Nx To A Sensor System

    Adding GoMax NX to a Sensor System LMI recommends adding GoMax NX to a sensor system that is already fully set up and configured. For information on setting up a sensor system, see the user manual of the sensors used in the system.

  • Page 13: Connecting Power

    Power is provided by the included power supply. The plug type depends on the region in which you are using the unit. Use only the provided power supply with the GoMax NX unit. Using a higher voltage power supply will damage the unit.
  • Page 14 An LED indicator on the unit lights when power is applied. The unit is ready for initial configuration (setting an IP address). GoMax NX Smart Vision Accelerator: User Manual Adding GoMax NX to a Sensor System • 14...

  • Page 15: Setting The Ip Address

    If these addresses conflict with sensors in your sensor system, or if your system will contain multiple GoMax NX units, you will have to set the IP addresses of each GoMax NX unit to avoid conflicts. To set the IP address of a GoMax NX unit: Using an Ethernet cable, first connect a computer directly to the ETH1 port on the GoMax NX unit.
  • Page 16 If you can't connect to the GoMax NX unit, or if you don't know what the unit's IP address is, follow the instructions in Discovering a GoMax NX IP Address on page 18. If you haven't already done so, in the lower left of the interface, click the open icon to pin the navigation bar on the left.
  • Page 17 The GoMax NX unit restarts after you confirm you want to continue with the changes. Changing network settings stops the acceleration of any accelerated sensors. After the GoMax NX unit restarts, its IP address is changed. Disconnect the laptop from the GoMax NX unit.

  • Page 18: Discovering A Gomax Nx Ip Address

    Discovering a GoMax NX IP Address If you can't find or connect to a GoMax NX unit, use the GoPxL Discovery tool to find it on your network. You identify a GoMax NX unit by looking for "gomax" in the Application ID column. The tool also lets you launch the GoMax NX interface in your browser.

  • Page 19: Mounting

    Using DIN Rail Clips LMI provides a DIN rail clip plate, a DIN rail clip, and M3 screws to mount GoMax NX on a DIN rail. The plate allows multiple orientations of the unit using different sets of standoffs. Attach the DIN rail clip plate to the back of the unit, and attach the DIN rail clip to the plate in the required orientation.
  • Page 20 GoMax NX Smart Vision Accelerator: User Manual Adding GoMax NX to a Sensor System • 20...

  • Page 21: Connecting Gomax Nx To A Sensor System

    If you do not need to isolate the sensor from the rest of your network, you can use the following layout. In this type of layout, connect the GoMax NX unit to the switch with an Ethernet cable using the ETH1 port. Connect the sensor to the same switch.
  • Page 22 GoMax unit's ETH2 port. You must use a different network ID for each part of the network (sensors vs. PCs/PLCs), for example 192.168.1.x for PCs/PLCs and 192.168.2.x for sensors. GoMax NX Smart Vision Accelerator: User Manual Adding GoMax NX to a Sensor System • 22...

  • Page 23: Using Gomax Nx

    Using GoMax NX The following sections describe how to access and configure GoMax NX using its web interface, how to start and stop sensor acceleration, and more. GoMax NX Smart Vision Accelerator: User Manual...

  • Page 24: Accessing Gomax Nx

    IP Address on page 18. To access a GoMax NX unit: If the GoMax NX unit is not powered up, connect the power supply to the GoMax NX unit and turn it on. For more information, see Connecting Power on page 13. Connect a computer to the switch using an Ethernet cable.
  • Page 25 You are now ready to start accelerating sensors; for more information, see Starting and Stopping Acceleration on the next page. GoMax NX Smart Vision Accelerator: User Manual Using GoMax NX • 25...

  • Page 26: Starting And Stopping Acceleration

    Starting and Stopping Acceleration Accelerating a Sensor You accelerate a sensor through the web interface of the GoMax NX unit, simply by adding the sensor in the Design or Discover page. After you have connected the sensor, GoMax NX automatically accelerates it. To stop acceleration, you remove it from the unit in its user interface.
  • Page 27 In Add New Sensor, choose the scan engine appropriate for your sensor. Choose the sensor you want to add in the Add column in the table, and click Add Sensor. GoMax NX Smart Vision Accelerator: User Manual Using GoMax NX • 27...

  • Page 28: Stopping Acceleration

    The sensor is now added to the GoMax NX unit. GoMax NX automatically accelerates the sensor. You control and configure the sensor through the GoMax interface, and not the sensor's interface. For more information, see the GoPxL user manual. Stopping Acceleration To stop accelerating a sensor, you remove it from the GoMax NX unit it's connected to.
  • Page 29 > Scan page and just need to add a different sensor to the sensor group. With multi-sensor G2 systems, click the three dots menu ( ) in the row containing the sensor you want to remove, and click Remove from group. GoMax NX Smart Vision Accelerator: User Manual Using GoMax NX • 29...
  • Page 30 With G3 sensors, click the three dots menu ( ), and choose Remove. GoMax NX Smart Vision Accelerator: User Manual Using GoMax NX • 30...

  • Page 31: Upgrading And Restoring Gomax Nx

    GoMax NX firmware is available from the LMI Product Downloads page (https://lmi3d.com/product- downloads/). The version of GoPxL running on the GoMax NX unit and the sensors must match in order for you to be able to accelerate a sensor. Upgrading the GoMax NX unit or performing a factory restore stops acceleration.
  • Page 32 GoMax NX Smart Vision Accelerator: User Manual Using GoMax NX • 32...

  • Page 33: Monitoring The Gomax Nx Health Status

    Monitoring the GoMax NX Health Status Use the pages under the Report category to monitor the health status and other statistics. For more information, see the GoPxL user manual. GoMax NX Smart Vision Accelerator: User Manual Using GoMax NX • 33...

  • Page 34: Specifications

    -15 to 55 degrees Celsius Input Voltage (Power) +12 to +24 VDC (15 W) Certifications CE, FCC class A, RoHS, Reach Mounting DIN rail, wall mounting The ETH3, HDMI, and USB ports are reserved for future use. GoMax NX Smart Vision Accelerator: User Manual...

  • Page 35: Gomax Nx

    GoMax NX The ETH3, HDMI, and USB ports are reserved for future use. GoMax NX Smart Vision Accelerator: User Manual Specifications • 35...
  • Page 36 DIN rail mount dimensions GoMax NX Smart Vision Accelerator: User Manual Specifications • 36...
  • Page 37 Wall mount dimensions GoMax NX Smart Vision Accelerator: User Manual Specifications • 37...

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    It is normal for a GoMax NX unit to be warm when powered on. Connection When attempting to connect to the GoMax NX unit with a web browser, the unit is not found (page does not load). Verify that the GoMax NX unit is powered on and connected to the client computer network. The power indicator LED should illuminate when it is powered.

  • Page 39: Return Policy

    For non-warranty repairs, a purchase order for the repair charges must accompany the returning unit. LMI Technologies Inc. is not responsible for damages to a unit that are the result of improper packaging or damage during transit by the courier.

  • Page 40: Software Licenses

    CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM, OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN THE SOFTWARE. jQuery.CopyEvents Website: http://brandonaaron.net License: Copyright (c) 2006 Brandon Aaron Licensed under the MIT License (http://www.opensource.org/licenses/mit-license.php) jQuery.history GoMax NX Smart Vision Accelerator: User Manual...
  • Page 41 Website: http://eric.garside.name License: Scaling 1.0 - Scale any page element Copyright (c) 2009 Eric Garside Licensed under the MIT License (http://www.opensource.org/licenses/mit-license.php) jQuery.scrollFollow Website: http://kitchen.net-perspective.com/ License: Copyright (c) 2008 Net Perspective GoMax NX Smart Vision Accelerator: User Manual Software Licenses • 41...
  • Page 42 Licensed under the MIT License (http://www.opensource.org/licenses/mit-license.php) node Website: https://github.com/nodejs/node License: https://github.com/nodejs/node/blob/master/LICENSE GoMax NX Smart Vision Accelerator: User Manual Software Licenses • 42...

  • Page 43: Support

    +31 45 574 2500 Email support@lmi3d.com For more information on safety and laser classifications, please contact: U.S. Food and Drug Administration Center for Devices and Radiological Health WO66-G609 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Silver Spring MD  20993-0002 GoMax NX Smart Vision Accelerator: User Manual...

  • Page 44: Contact

    LMI (Shanghai) Trading Co., Ltd. Burnaby, Canada Berlin, Germany Shanghai, China +1 604 636 1011 +49 (0)3328 9360 0 +86 21 5441 0711 LMI Technologies has sales offices and distributors worldwide. All contact information is listed at lmi3D.com/contact/locations. GoMax NX Smart Vision Accelerator: User Manual...

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