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ZX-T Series
Smart Sensors
OPERATION MANUAL

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  • Page 1 Cat. No. E346-E1-04 ZX-T Series Smart Sensors OPERATION MANUAL...
  • Page 2 The following are some examples of applications for which particular attention must be given. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible uses of the products, nor is it intended to imply that the uses listed may be suitable for the products: •...
  • Page 3: Performance Data

    FOR THE INTENDED USE WITHIN THE OVERALL EQUIPMENT OR SYSTEM. PERFORMANCE DATA Performance data given in this document is provided as a guide for the user in determining suitability and does not constitute a warranty. It may represent the result of OMRON’s test conditions, and the users must correlate it to actual application requirements.
  • Page 4 Introduction, Contents, Precautions for Safe Use, Preface Precautions for Correct Use, and How to Use This Manual Features Section 1 Preparations for Measurement Section 2 Basic Operation Section 3 Main Applications and Setting Methods Section 4 Detailed Settings Section 5...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Thank you for purchasing an OMRON ZX-T-series Smart Sensor (High-precision Con- tact Type). This manual describes the functions, performance, and application methods for the ZX-T-series Smart Sensor. Observe the following items when using the Sensor • To ensure safety, please read and understand this manual before using the Sensor.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    PREFACE Contents Introduction Contents Precautions for Safe Use Precautions for Correct Use How to Use This Manual Section 1 Features ZX-T Features Section 2 Preparations for Measurement Basic Configuration Part Names and Functions Installing the Amplifier Unit Installing Sensor Heads...
  • Page 7 Flow of Operation Basic Knowledge for Operation Function Transition Charts Section 4 Main Applications and Setting Methods Measuring Thickness Measuring the Height of a Step and Flatness Measuring Depth Other Measurements Section 5 Detailed Settings Setting Number of Samples to Average...
  • Page 8 PREFACE Section 6 Auxiliary Functions Changing the Number of Display Digits Reversing the Display Adjusting Display Brightness (ECO Display) Key Lock Function Correcting the Distance Display (Span Adjustment) Initializing Settings Data Appendices Actuators Troubleshooting Error Messages and Countermeasures Q&A Glossary...
  • Page 9 PREFACE ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 10: Precautions For Safe Use

    • Do not impose voltages exceeding the rated voltage (12 to 24 VDC ± 10%). • When supplying power to the Sensor, make sure that the polarity of the power is cor- rect, and do not connect to an AC power supply.
  • Page 11: Precautions For Correct Use

    Installation and Handling of Components Power Supply and Wiring • Do not extend the Sensor Head cable by more than 8 m. Use a ZX-XC@A Extension Cable (order separately) to extend the cable from the Sensor. • Use a shielded cable to extend the Amplifier cable. The shielded cable must have the same specifications as that of the Amplifier cable.
  • Page 12: Sensor Head

    PREFACE Sensor Head • The Sensor Head is a high-precision device. Do not drop it or otherwise expose it to shock. • Do not expose the plunger to forces exceeding the limits in the following diagram. Doing so may damage the plunger.
  • Page 13: How To Use This Manual

    Output Settings (Monitor Focus) Sub-heading A linear output refers to a measurement result that is converted and output as a current between 3 and 21 mA or a voltage between -5 and +5 V. Index Label Using the Zero Reset Function Zero reset is canceled when the monitor focus setting is set.
  • Page 14 Procedures The order for the procedures is indicated by numbered steps. Visual Aids Provides information on important operating procedures, gives advice on how to use functions, and highlights important performance information. Indicates pages with relevant information. Indicates useful information for when problems arise.
  • Page 15 PREFACE ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 16: Section 1 Features

    Section 1 FEATURES ZX-T Features ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 17: Zx-T Features

    Section 1 FEATURES ZX-T Features The ZX-T-series Smart Sensor measures the height of sensing objects and minute steps (i.e., height differences). Example: Measuring Electronic Components Dimensions Measured value output Judgement output ZX-TDA ZX-TDA ZX-TDA The small-diameter Sensor Heads enable multiple-point measurements on...
  • Page 18 FEATURES Many, Simple Functions Measurement Ready at Power ON The Smart Sensor can be used simply by installing and wiring it. Simply turn ON the power and it’s ready to operate. The measurement distance is displayed on the Amplifier Unit.
  • Page 19 Section 1 FEATURES Compatibility between Sensor Heads and Amplifier Units Amplifier Units do not need to be changed when Sensor Heads are changed for main- tenance or to switch to new products. Extendable Sensor Head Cables An extension cable with a maximum length of 8 m can be connected. The ZX-XC-A Extension Cable is required to extend the Sensor Head cable.
  • Page 20 Convenient Notification Functions Preventing Malfunctions Caused by Excessive Pressing Force Malfunctions caused by excessive plunger pressing force for unexpected measure- ments can be detected in advance and a signal can be output to stop the measurement or otherwise prevent malfunction. p. 37.
  • Page 21 Monitoring Measurement Status Confirm Measurement Status on a Personal Computer Use an Interface Unit and Smart Monitor V3 to view measurement waveforms and log measurement data on a personal computer. This function is useful for making on-site measurement adjustments and for day-to-day quality control.
  • Page 22: Preparations For Measurement

    Section 2 PREPARATIONS FOR MEASUREMENT Basic Configuration Part Names and Functions Installing the Amplifier Unit Installing Sensor Heads Connections Wiring Output Cables Confirming Warm-up Completion Pressing Force Alarm ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 23: Basic Configuration

    The basic configuration of the ZX-T-series Smart Sensors is shown below. ZX-L-series Smart Sensors (Laser Type), ZX-E-series Smart Sensors (Linear Proximity Type), and ZX-W- series Smart Sensors (Microwave Type) are not compatible. Do not use ZX-L-series, ZX-E-series, or ZX-W- series Smart Sensors together with ZX-T-series Smart Sensors.
  • Page 24: Part Names And Functions

    81 (3) The connectors connect Calculation and Interface Units. (4) The output cable connects to the power supply and external devices, such as sync sensors or programmable controllers. (5) The Power ON indicator lights when the power is turned ON.
  • Page 25 Sensor Head Preamplifier Connects to Amplifier Unit. Rubber boot Plunger Calculating Units Display (*) Connectors (one on each side, two total) Connects to Amplifier Unit. Connector indicators Display Detail Light when Calculating Unit is connected to Amplifier Units. ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 26 (1) The communications connector connects the communications cable to the Programmable Controller. (2) The Amplifier Unit connector connects to the Amplifier Unit. (3) The power supply indicator lights when the power is turned ON. (4) BUSY: Lights during communications with the Smart Sensor. ERR: Lights if an error occurs during communications with the Smart Sensor.
  • Page 27: Installing The Amplifier Unit

    End Plates (order separately) PFP-M Installation Hook the connector end of the Amplifier Unit on the DIN Track and press in at the bot- tom until the Unit locks into place. Hook on the connector end Always hook the connector end of the Amplifier Unit on the DIN Track first. Mounting strength may decrease if the output cable end is hooked on the DIN Track first.
  • Page 28 Section 2 PREPARATIONS FOR MEASUREMENT Removal Method Push the Amplifier Unit up and pull out from the connector end. ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 29: Installing Sensor Heads

    This section describes how to install Sensor Heads and Preamplifiers. Secure the connector so that it is not subjected to vibration or shock. Sensor Heads Installation Do not clamp the Sensor Head directly on the end of the screw. Otherwise, the Sensor Head may be damaged. Mounting Jig ZX-TDS01T/TDS04T-@ Mount the Sensor Head using M3 screws and a mounting torque between 0.6 and...
  • Page 30 Section 2 PREPARATIONS FOR MEASUREMENT • Mounting Jig for an 8-diameter Stand Material: Brass ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 31 Unit: mm B (8) A (41.6) B (8) A (63.4) Check to see how the plunger moves after the Sensor Head is fastened in place. It will not move properly if the Sensor Head is fastened too tightly. ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 32 Use the enclosed Preamplifier Mounting Bracket. The Preamplifier can also be mounted to 35-mm DIN Track. Use the ZX-XBT2 Preamplifier DIN Track Mounting Bracket (order separately) when mounting the Preamplifier to DIN Track. Use M3 screws to fix the enclosed Preampli- fier mounting bracket.
  • Page 33: Connections

    When disconnecting the Sensor Head, hold the connector ring and the Amplifier Unit connector and pull them straight out. Do not pull only on the connector ring, because the input cable of the Amplifier Unit may be dam- aged. Connector ring All settings on the Amplifier Unit will be cleared when the Sensor Head is replaced with a differ- ent model.
  • Page 34 Use Calculating Units to connect Amplifier Units when making calculations between Amplifier Units. A maximum of 8 Amplifier Units can be connected using Calculating Units. Provide power to all connected Amplifier Units. Connect the linear grounds of all Amplifier Units to each other.
  • Page 35 Section 2 PREPARATIONS FOR MEASUREMENT Channel Numbers of Amplifier Units The following diagram shows the channel numbers when multiple Amplifier Units are connected. ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 36 Slide and connect the Interface Unit to the Amplifier Unit connector. Perform the above operation in the reverse order to remove Interface Units. When multiple Amplifier Units are used, connect the Interface Unit to the Amplifier Unit with the highest channel number.
  • Page 37: Wiring Output Cables

    (i.e., the DC side). (2) The GND terminal is the 0-V power supply terminal. When using an Amplifier Unit with an NPN output, the GND terminal is also the common I/O terminal for all I/O except for the linear output.
  • Page 38 Section 2 PREPARATIONS FOR MEASUREMENT (10) The timing input is for signal input from external devices. Use it for hold function timing. (11) The reset input resets all measurement processing and outputs. I/O Circuit Diagrams NPN Amplifier Unit Brown 12 to 24 V DC...
  • Page 39: Confirming Warm-Up Completion

    PREPARATIONS FOR MEASUREMENT Confirming Warm-up Completion When the power is turned ON in RUN or T Mode, the sub-display will flash W-UP to show that the Sensor is warming up. Warm-up requires approximately 1 to 15 minutes. When warming up has been completed, the normal display will be shown.
  • Page 40: Pressing Force Alarm

    When the pressing force of the plunger exceeds the rated measurement distance by 1% or more, OVER will be displayed on the main display to indicate that the plunger is pressing too hard. (The HIGH and LOW indicators will also light.) Too much pressing force will cause damage.
  • Page 41 Section 2 PREPARATIONS FOR MEASUREMENT ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 42: Section 3 Basic Operation

    Section 3 BASIC OPERATION Flow of Operation Basic Knowledge for Operation Switching Modes Reading Displays Key Operations Setting Conditions Inputting Numerals Function Transition Charts ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 43: Flow Of Operation

    Reading Displays and Operating p. 42 Basic Knowledge for Operation Setting and Changing Measurement Data Making Settings for the Application p. 70 Setting Number of Samples to Average p. 52 p. 71 Using Hold Functions Measuring Thickness Inverting Positive and p. 75...
  • Page 44 If Problems Occur Error Messages Abnormal Operation p. 116 Error Messages and p. 115 Troubleshooting Countermeasures Unknown Terms Meaning of Digital Display p. 119 Glossary Quick Reference for Digital Displays p. 132 Using ECO Display Function Calculating Measured Values p. 105 p.
  • Page 45: Basic Knowledge For Operation

    Section 3 BASIC OPERATION Basic Knowledge for Operation Switching Modes The ZX-T has three modes. Use the Mode Switch on the Amplifier Unit to switch between modes. Switch to the desired mode before starting operation. Mode Description Normal operation mode Mode for setting the threshold values Mode for setting measurement conditions.
  • Page 46: Reading Displays

    Section 3 BASIC OPERATION Reading Displays The data displayed on the main and sub-displays depends on the mode currently selected. When the power is first turned ON after shipment, RUN mode data is dis- played. Main display Sub-display Mode Main Display...
  • Page 47: Key Operations

    Section 3 BASIC OPERATION Key Operations Use the Control Keys to change the display and set measurement conditions. Control Keys The mode currently selected determines the key functions. Switching Modes, p. 42 Function RUN Mode T Mode FUN Mode LEFT Key...
  • Page 48: Setting Conditions

    Display the target function on the main display and select the desired value from the sub-display to set measurement conditions. This section uses the example of setting a peak hold as the hold condition to explain how to set measurement conditions.
  • Page 49: Inputting Numerals

    Section 3 BASIC OPERATION Inputting Numerals This section describes how to input numeric values for threshold and output settings. The example of direct input of the low threshold value will be used. Changing the low threshold from 0.200 to 0.190 Changing to T Mode Set the mode switch to T.
  • Page 50: Function Transition Charts

    The numerals shown in the above diagram are an example only. The actual display may be different. In RUN and T modes, the position of the threshold switch will determine whether the HIGH or LOW threshold will be displayed. Threshold switch...
  • Page 51: Fun Mode

    FUN mode. Special functions Linear output correction p. 85 Display digit limit p. 102 Zero reset Error Output memory erout p. 98 p. 95 When all is selected, all special functions are displayed. ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 52 SB-H is selected for the hold nected, 2-sensor operation is displayed condition. on all but the CH1 Amplifier Unit. p. 90 When <l%se is selected, the special functions will not be displayed and the display will return to 1nU Span adjustment Monitor focus p. 81 p.
  • Page 53 Section 3 BASIC OPERATION ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 54: Section 4 Main Applications And Setting Methods

    Section 4 MAIN APPLICATIONS AND SETTING METHODS Measuring Thickness Measuring the Height of a Step and Flatness Measuring Depth Other Measurements ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 55: Measuring Thickness

    The following configuration will be used to describe the procedure for measuring thickness. When making settings while still connected to an external device, set the Amplifier Unit’s judgement output hold input to ON so that the output to the external device remains unchanged.
  • Page 56 CH2 output cable to the external device to enable external control. Connections, p. 30 The CH1 Amplifier Unit will display (output) the measurement result for the CH1 Sensor Head only. Mounting the Sensor Head to the Inspection Device Refer to the following diagram and prepare the mounting jigs. Mount the Sensor Heads facing each other.
  • Page 57 Adjusting the Detection Position Set a reference sample with a known thickness (T) between the Sensor Heads. With the reference sample in place, adjust the Sensor Heads until the respective Ampli- fier Units display as close to zero as possible.
  • Page 58 The relationship between the positions of the CH1 and CH2 Sensor Heads will be reg- istered at the same timing that was used when the zero reset was executed. (The dis- play value here is 1 mm.) Thickness is measured based on the relationship of the Sensor Heads, and the measurement result is displayed on the CH2 Amplifier Unit.
  • Page 59 MAIN APPLICATIONS AND SETTING METHODS Setting Tolerance Judgement Values Set the upper and lower limits (the HIGH and LOW threshold values) for the PASS (OK) judgement on thickness. The HIGH, PASS, and LOW judgement results will be output based on the threshold values set here.
  • Page 60: Measuring The Height Of A Step And Flatness

    The following configuration will be used to describe the procedure for measuring flatness. When making settings while still connected to an external device, set the Amplifier Unit’s judgement output hold input to ON so that the output to the external device remains unchanged.
  • Page 61 CH2 output cable to the external device to enable external control. Connections, p. 30 The CH1 Amplifier Unit will display (output) the measurement result for the CH1 Sensor Head only. Mounting Sensor Heads to the Inspection Device Refer to the following diagram and prepare mounting jigs. Mount the Sensor Heads parallel to each other.
  • Page 62 Adjusting the Detection Position Set a flat reference sample between the Sensor Heads. With the reference sample in place, adjust the Sensor Heads until the respective Ampli- fier Units display as close to zero as possible. Measurement distance, p. 119...
  • Page 63 Amplifier Unit to perform this setting. Set a flat reference sample under the Sensor Heads. Check to see if the zero reset offset value (ZRDSP) on the CH2 Amplifier Unit is set to zero before you reset to zero. (Zero is the default setting.) Setting Offset Values, p.
  • Page 64 MAIN APPLICATIONS AND SETTING METHODS Setting Tolerance Judgement Values Set the upper and lower limits (the HIGH and LOW threshold values) for the PASS (OK) judgement on height difference/flatness. The HIGH, PASS, and LOW judgement results will be output based on the threshold values set here.
  • Page 65: Measuring Depth

    The following configuration will be used to describe the procedure for measuring depth. When making settings while still connected to an external device, set the Amplifier Unit’s judgement output hold input to ON so that the output to the external device remains unchanged.
  • Page 66 Adjusting the Detection Position Set a reference sample with a known depth (D) under the Sensor Head. With the reference sample in place, adjust the Sensor Head until the Amplifier Unit dis- plays as close to zero as possible. POWER...
  • Page 67: Inverting Positive And Negative Values

    (OFF is the default set- ting.) For the default setting (OFF), the display value increases when the Sensor Head plunger is pressed. If a mea- surement is taken with this setting, the display value will increase as the sensing object becomes thinner.
  • Page 68 Press and hold the ENT Key for at least 1 s to reset to zero. Press for 1 s min. The Sensor Head position will be registered at the same timing that was used when the zero reset was executed. (The display value here is 3 mm.) Depth is measured based on this positional relationship of the Sensor Head.
  • Page 69 Section 4 MAIN APPLICATIONS AND SETTING METHODS Setting Tolerance Judgement Values Set the upper and lower limits (the HIGH and LOW threshold values) for the PASS (OK) judgement on depth. Measurement result Judgement Measurement result > HIGH threshold HIGH LOW threshold ≤ Measurement result ≤ HIGH threshold PASS LOW threshold >...
  • Page 70: Other Measurements

    For the default setting (OFF), the display value increases when the Sensor Head plunger is pressed. If a measurement is taken with this setting, the display value will increase as the gap size decreases. Large gap = Lower display value Small gap = Higher display value Changes are inverted if the Scale Inversion Function (INV) is set to ON.
  • Page 71 The procedure is the same one used to measure height difference/flatness. Set all Amplifier Units starting from the CH2 to the same CH2 settings used to measure height difference and flatness. Measuring the Height of a Step and Flatness, p. 57...
  • Page 72: Section 5 Detailed Settings

    Section 5 DETAILED SETTINGS Setting Number of Samples to Average Using Hold Functions Inverting Positive and Negative Values (Scale Inversion) Entering Threshold Values Linear Output Calculating Measured Values Using the Zero Reset Function Error Output Function ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 73: Setting Number Of Samples To Average

    DETAILED SETTINGS Setting Number of Samples to Average The number of samples to average is the number of data points used to average data measured by the Sensor. The average value will be output. Use the number of samples to average function to ignore sudden variations in measured values.
  • Page 74: Using Hold Functions

    Using Hold Functions The hold functions hold data for specific points during the measurement period (sampling period), such as the maximum or minimum value, and output those values at the end of the measurement period. The value that will be held during the sampling period is selected here.
  • Page 75 Hysteresis width (for self trigger) Set the hysteresis based on fluctuations in the measured values around the trigger level. When set, hysteresis will be applied from the start of the sampling period and will prevent timing input chatter- ing. ZX-T...
  • Page 76 Press the ENT Key to confirm the selection. The setting will be registered. The following settings are performed only if SP-H or SB-H is the selected hold condi- tion. Setting Trigger Levels Use the RIGHT or LEFT Key to display H- LVL on the main display.
  • Page 77 Press the ENT Key to confirm the settings. The trigger level will be registered. Setting Hysteresis Width (for Self Trigger) Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to display H- HYS on the main display. Press the UP or DOWN Key.
  • Page 78: Inverting Positive And Negative Values (Scale Inversion)

    Inverting Positive and Negative Values (Scale Inversion) This function changes the amount that the measured value on the display changes as the amount of displacement changes. For the default setting, the display value increases when the Sensor Head plunger is pressed.
  • Page 79 Section 5 DETAILED SETTINGS Select the display. Press the ENT Key to confirm the setting. The setting is registered. ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 80: Entering Threshold Values

    When making settings while still connected to an external device, set the Amplifier Unit judgement’s output hold input to ON so that the output to the external device remains unchanged. The judgement outputs in T mode will be the same as in RUN mode, i.e., HIGH, PASS, and LOW.
  • Page 81 Inputting Threshold Values Directly The threshold values can be set by directly inputting the numeric values. Direct input is useful when the dimensions for an OK judgement are known beforehand or when fine-tuning threshold values after teaching. Moving to T Mode Set the mode switch to T.
  • Page 82 LOW threshold value sample sample (upper limit) (lower limit) Hold, zero reset, and scale inversion settings that have been made before teaching are reflected in the teaching measurements. Moving to T Mode Set the mode switch to T. Setting Threshold Values...
  • Page 83: Hysteresis Setting

    Section 5 DETAILED SETTINGS Hysteresis Setting Set the hysteresis width for the upper and lower limits of judgements when the HIGH, PASS, or LOW judgements are unstable near the threshold values Hysteresis (hysteresis width) HIGH threshold value Measured value Operating value...
  • Page 84: Linear Output

    Only the current output or voltage output can be changed. Example: Setting − 0.5 mm to a 16-mA output and 0.5 mm to a 8-mA output (for current output) Output current (mA) Output current (mA) Measured −0.5...
  • Page 85 This section describes how to set the output range, using an example of current output with a range with the following conversions: − 0.5 mm to 16 mA and 0.5 mm to 8 mA. Change the values in the example to suit the voltage output as required.
  • Page 86 If scaling or calculation has been set, set a value that ment the numeric value. reflects those settings. The flashing digit, i.e., the digit for which a value can be set, will change as shown in the diagram. POWER ZERO...
  • Page 87 ZERO ENABLE (mm) Confirming Completion of Monitor Focus Settings The display will read OK if monitor focus has been set correctly. The display will be NG if the settings are incorrect. If the settings are incorrect, check the following points and execute the monitor focus again.
  • Page 88 Discrepancies may occur between the linear output current (or voltage) values set on the Amplifier Unit and the actual current (or voltage) values measured due to the condi- tions for the connected external device or other factors. The linear output correction function can be used to correct this discrepancy.
  • Page 89 Press the ENT Key. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to display L-ADJ on the main display. The units for the monitor focus settings (mA or V) will be shown on the sub-display. Press the ENT Key. The display will change to the settings for the first point (A).
  • Page 90 Confirming Setting Results If linear output correction has been registered correctly, the sub-display will show OK. If the correction is not registered correctly, the display will show NG. Check that the current (or voltage) value for the two points are not the same and execute again.
  • Page 91 • For voltage output: -5 to 5 V or maximum (approx. 5.5 V) For Hold Measurements Even if KEEP is set, the output before the first hold value is obtained will be the same as CLAMP. Moving to FUN and SPCL Set the mode switch to FUN.
  • Page 92 Selecting Output Status for Non-measurement Press the UP or DOWN Key. The sub-display will flash. Use the UP and DOWN Keys to select either KEEP or CLAMP. Press the ENT Key to confirm the selection. The output status will be registered.
  • Page 93: Calculating Measured Values

    The response time for CH2 Amplifier Units to which expressions have been set is increased by 1.0 ms. The response time is also influenced by the setting for the number of samples to average, so the response time will be the response time based on the set number of samples to average +1.0 ms.
  • Page 94 DETAILED SETTINGS Finding the Height Difference Use the expression A - B. Perform the setting at all Amplifier Units starting from the one at CH2. The following describes the procedure for finding the height difference using the CH2 Amplifier Unit as the example.
  • Page 95: Using The Zero Reset Function

    DETAILED SETTINGS Using the Zero Reset Function When the zero reset function is used, the reference value “0” is registered as the height and the measured value can be displayed and output as a positive or negative deviation (tolerance) from the reference value.
  • Page 96 Section 5 DETAILED SETTINGS Example: Measuring the Height Difference of the Sensing Object for Reference (Setting 1.0 for the offset value) − 1.2 (LOW threshold) (Reference value) 1.0 1.2 (HIGH threshold) Sensing object ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 97 Section 5 DETAILED SETTINGS Setting Offset Values Set an offset value when the reference value for zero reset is a value other than 0. Moving to FUN and ZRDSP Set the mode switch to FUN. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to display...
  • Page 98 Zero reset memory, p. 96 Linear Output The measured value when zero reset is executed will be the center value in the linear output range. When monitor focus is set, the measured value will be the center value between the two points set Output Settings (Monitor Focus), p.
  • Page 99 Zero reset Operation Even if zero reset memory is set to OFF, the zero reset level will be saved if threshold values or other functions have been changed. Zero reset will continue after startup when these functions have been changed.
  • Page 100 Selecting Whether or Not to Enable Zero Reset Memory Press the UP or DOWN Key. The sub-display will flash. Use the UP and DOWN Keys to select ON or OFF. ON: Zero reset memory enabled (default) OFF: Zero reset memory disabled Press the ENT Key to confirm the selection.
  • Page 101: Error Output Function

    If a short-circuit is detected in the judgement outputs(E-sht),the outputs will be stopped to protect the judgement output circuits,and the HIGH/LOW outputs will not turn ON even if the Error Output Function is turned ON. Error Messages and Countermeasures, p. 116 Moving to FUN and SPCL Move the mode switch to FUN.
  • Page 102 Setting the Error Output Function Press the UP or DOWN Key . The sub-display will flash. Select the output method to use when an error is detected. Press the ENT Key to confirm the setting . The setting will be registered. ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 103 Section 5 DETAILED SETTINGS ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 104: Section 6 Auxiliary Functions

    Section 6 AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS Changing the Number of Display Digits Reversing the Display Adjusting Display Brightness (ECO Display) Key Lock Function Correcting the Distance Display (Span Adjustment) 107 Initializing Settings Data ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 105: Changing The Number Of Display Digits

    Select the number of digits for the main and sub-displays in RUN mode. The default setting is 5 digits. When 4 or less digits are set, the digits are disabled from the rightmost digit first. Moving to FUN and SPCL Set the mode switch to FUN.
  • Page 106: Reversing The Display

    AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS Reversing the Display The main and sub-digital displays can be reversed, i.e., be turned upside down. The Cursor Key operation will also be reversed. This function is useful when mounting the Amplifier Unit upside down on a device.
  • Page 107 The sub-display will flash. Select either OFF or ON. OFF: Display not reversed (default) ON: Display reversed Press the ENT Key to confirm the selection. The display setting will be registered. When ON is selected, the display will be reversed. ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 108: Adjusting Display Brightness (Eco Display)

    Section 6 AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS Adjusting Display Brightness (ECO Display) When the ECO display function is used, the digital displays are not lit, reducing current consumption. Moving to FUN and SPCL Set the mode switch to FUN. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to display...
  • Page 109: Key Lock Function

    AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS Key Lock Function The key lock function disables all Amplifier Unit keys. Once the keys have been disabled, no key input will be accepted until the lock is released. This function is useful to prevent inadvertent changes to settings.
  • Page 110: Auxiliary Functions

    The displacement discrepancy ranges from 0 to 0.5 mm and is 0.002 mm here. In a range from 0 to − 0.5 mm, a discrepancy of 0.002 mm is about what you would expect. If the total discrepancy is 0.004 mm (4.0 µ m), then set the correction to 4.0.
  • Page 111 Section 6 AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS Moving to SPAN Press the UP or DOWN Key. The sub-display will flash. Use the UP and DOWN Keys to display SET or ALL. Press the ENT Key. Use the LEFT and RIGHT Keys to display POWER...
  • Page 112: Initializing Settings Data

    Section 6 AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS Initializing Settings Data This function resets all settings to their default values. SPAN adjustment settings are not initialized. Default Values Function Default Value Scale inversion No. of samples to average Hysteresis width Sensor Head resolution specification...
  • Page 113 Section 6 AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 114: Appendices

    APPENDICES Actuators Troubleshooting Error Messages and Countermeasures Q&A Glossary Specifications and Dimensions Characteristic Data Quick Reference for Displays ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 115: Actuators

    APPENDICES Actuators Actuators are replaceable (order separately). Select the correct actuator for the sensing object. Replace worn actuators for more precise measurements. The ZX-TDS10T-@@ can be used only with the D5SN-TN1 and D5SN-TF1. Replacing Actuators, p. 113 Selecting Actuators Ball type...
  • Page 116 APPENDICES The following commercial actuators can be mounted using the D5SN-TA conversion adapter. Model Appearance Application Measurements on slip- Measuring film- pery surfaces with rela- like sensing ob- tively minor height jects while sliding differences. Bowl-shaped over the side of the sensing ob- jects.
  • Page 117 APPENDICES (Only when mounting a commercial actuator) Mount the commercial actuator to the con- version adapter. • Tighten the actuator securely, and ensure that there is no looseness. • If necessary, apply a screw-locking agent. ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 118: Troubleshooting

    129 • Is the connector pin arrangement correct? Strange linear output lev- • Is the switch on the bottom of the Amplifier Unit set to the correct position? els. p. 81 • Has the correct selection (voltage/current) been made in the monitor focus settings? p.
  • Page 119: Error Messages And Countermeasures

    APPENDICES Error Messages and Countermeasures This section outlines the error messages displayed on the main display and the countermea- sures for those messages. Display Error Countermeasure Pages E-CHL There are two Sensors but only one • If two Amplifier Units have been connected, turn OFF the p.
  • Page 120 The set numeric value is too small. Input an appropriate numeric value. p. 46 OVER The plunger pressing force is excessive. Adjust the detection position of the Sensor Head and p. 37 the position of the sensing object. ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 121 Smart Sensors (Linear Proximity Type)? Is the ZX-SF-11 Interface Unit used with the ZX- Yes, if the Interface Unit is version 2.0 or later. If the Interface Unit L-series Smart Sensors (Laser Type), ZX-W- is an earlier version, contact your OMRON representative.
  • Page 122: Glossary

    71 Linear output The linear output is analog data output from the linear output line. Either a current or voltage output can be selected. The linear output is made based on the display value and monitor focus settings.
  • Page 123: Specifications And Dimensions

    APPENDICES Specifications and Dimensions ZX-TDA11/ZX-TDA41 Amplifier Units (Unit: mm) 67.3 Vinyl-insulated round cable, Vinyl-insulated round cable, 5.2 dia., 10 conductors 5.1 dia., 10 conductors 36.8 (cross-sectional area of conductor: (cross-sectional area of 0.09 mm conductor: 0.09 mm Insulator diameter: 0.7 mm) Insulator diameter: 0.7 mm)
  • Page 124 (See note 1.) Current output: 4 to 20 mA/F.S., Max. load resistance: 300 Ω Linear output Voltage output: ± 4 V ( ± 5 V, 1 to 5 V, See note 3.), Output impedance: 100 Ω (See note 2.) Judgement outputs...
  • Page 125 The response speed of the judgement outputs is calculated as the measurement period x (No. of samples to average setting + 1). 2. The output can be switched between current output and voltage output using a switch on the bottom of the Amplifier Unit.
  • Page 126 APPENDICES ZX-TDS@@T Sensor Heads (Unit: mm) Sensor Heads ZX-TDS04T/04T-L ZX-TDS01T Measurement range: Measurement range: SR1.5 SR1.5 14.9 to 18.9 (TYP) 11.2 to 12.2 (TYP) 57.1±1 86±1.5 ZX-TDS10T Right-angle Adapter 84.5 12.5 SR1.5 6.8 dia. ZX-TDS10T-V 129.5 84.5 22.17 9.5 7.3 SR1.5...
  • Page 127 APPENDICES Preamplifier (Same for all models) Round vinyl-insulated shielded coaxial cable, 3 cores, 3.7 dia. Standard length: 2 m ± Round vinyl-insulated coaxial cable, 19 cores, 5.1 dia. Standard length: 0.2 m Preamplifier (with Mounting Bracket) 16.8 84.8 ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 128 APPENDICES Preamplifier Mounting Bracket ZX-XBT1 Four, R1.6 Two, M3 27± Mounting Holes (91.1) (16.4) (28.1) (11.8) 84.8 ZX-XBT2 (for DIN Track mounting) M3x8 Pan-head screw (with M3 spring washer) (28) (11.8) 35.3 11.4 84.8 ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 129 ZX-XBT1 Preamplifier Mounting Bracket, Instruction Sheet F.S.: Full scale of measurement distance Notes: 1. The minimum value that can be read when the ZX-TDA11/41 Amplifier Unit is connected (No. of samples to average: 256). 2. The value at Ta = 20 ° C 3.
  • Page 130 Accessories Instruction Sheet, ZX-XBT1 Preamplifier Mounting Bracket, Right-angle Adapter (*6) 1. This indicates the deviation width ( ± 3 σ ) in the linear output (i.e., voltage output) when the Sensor is con- Notes: nected to the ZX-TDA. This is the value 30 minutes after turning ON the power supply with the average number of operations set to 1024.
  • Page 131 ZX Series Current consumption 12 mA max. (supplied from the Smart Sensor Amplifier Unit) Operating: 0 to 50 ° C, Storage: − 15 to 60 ° C (with no icing or condensation) Ambient temperature Ambient humidity Operating and storage: 35% to 85% (with no condensation)
  • Page 132 APPENDICES ZX-SF11 Interface Unit (Unit: mm) Vinyl-insulated round cable, 5.2 dia. Average length: 0.5 m Connector pin arrangement Pin No. Name ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 133 (red) Protection circuits Reverse power supply wiring protection Operating: 0 to 50 ° C, Storage: − 15 to 60 ° C (with no icing or condensation) Ambient temperature Ambient humidity Operating and storage: 35% to 85% (with no condensation)
  • Page 134: Characteristic Data

    Center 4 mA −0.5 mm 0 mm +0.5 mm (−2 mm)*1 (+2 mm)*1 (−5 mm)*2 (+5 mm)*2 Measurement distance (F.S.) *1 The value for the ZX-TDS04T/TDS04T-@. *2 The value for the ZX-TDS10T/TDS10T-@@. *3 Displacement direction (Released) (Pushed) ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 135: Quick Reference For Displays

    APPENDICES Quick Reference for Displays Using the Quick Reference Items in the Display column marked with an asterisk (*) appear on the sub-display. All other items appear on the main display. Display Details Pages A20mA The meaning of this display item depends on the selected functions.
  • Page 136 Special, monitor focus, and voltage output setting p. 81 W-UP Displayed during warm-up p. 36 ZRDSP Offset value input for zero reset p. 94 ZRMEM Setting to save or clear measured values at zero reset p. 95 ZX-T Operation Manual...
  • Page 137: Index

    Index alphabet display format...... 43 ground line ......... 34 Amplifier Units dimensions........120 installation........24 HIGH judgement output line ....34 measuring with multiple Units ..102 hold part names........21 bottom ..........71 specifications ......... 121 functions .......... 71 peak..........
  • Page 138 .......... 34 troubleshooting ........ 115 output cable ........34 output compensation......85 output settings........81 warming up ....9, 17, 36, 37, 133 wiring ..........34 PASS judgement output line ....34 position teaching ........ 79 zero reset........... 92 Power ON indicator......
  • Page 139: Revision History

    Revision History A manual revision code appears as a suffix to the catalog number at the bottom of the front and back covers of this manual. Cat. No. E346-E1-04 Revision code Revision code Date Revised contents Jan. 2004 Original production June 2004 Page 38: Diagram added for PNP Amplifier Unit.
  • Page 140 OMRON EUROPE B.V. Sensor Business Unit, Carl-Benz-Str. 4, D-71154 Nufringen, Germany Tel: (49)7032-811-0/Fax: (49)7032-811-199 OMRON ELECTRONICS LLC 1 East Commerce Drive, Schaumburg, IL 60173 U.S.A. Tel: (1)847-843-7900/Fax: (1)847-843-8568 OMRON ASIA PACIFIC PTE. LTD. 83 Clemenceau Avenue, #11-01, UE Square, 239920 Singapore Tel: (65)6835-3011/Fax: (65)6835-2711 OMRON (CHINA) CO., LTD.

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