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- Page 1 Code Reader CF37 User's Manual -CF37-SR -CF37-LR This product is designed and manufactured by Cognex Corporation. *Note that the warranty and general specifications of this product differ from that of programmable controller products.
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Page 3: Precautions Regarding Warranty And Specifications
PRECAUTIONS REGARDING WARRANTY AND SPECIFICATIONS Code readers are designed and manufactured by Cognex Corporation. Note that the warranty and general specifications of code readers differ from that of programmable controller products. • Warranty Item Description Free warranty period 18 months after delivery or 24 months after manufacture Repair period after discontinuation of 7 years manufacture... -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Read these precautions before using this product.) Before using this product, please read this manual and the relevant manuals carefully and pay full attention to safety to handle the product correctly. The precautions given in this manual are concerned with this product only. For the safety precautions for other modules, refer to their respective user's manuals. -
Page 5: Precautions For Use
[Wiring Precautions] CAUTION ● Use only 24 VDC and observe the indicated polarity. Otherwise, fire or damage may result. [Startup and Maintenance Precautions] CAUTION ● Do not clean the code reader with highly irritating or corrosive solvent such as caustic alkali solution, methyl ethyl ketone (MEK), and gasoline. -
Page 6: Conditions Of Use For The Product
Notwithstanding the above restrictions, Mitsubishi Electric may in its sole discretion, authorize use of the code reader in one or more of the Prohibited Applications, provided that the usage of the code reader is limited only for the specific applications agreed to by Mitsubishi Electric and provided further that no special quality assurance or fail-safe, redundant or other safety features which exceed the general specifications of the code readers are required. -
Page 7: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Mitsubishi Electric FA sensor, MELSENSOR. This manual describes the specifications, functions, system configuration, system construction, installation, maintenance and inspection, and troubleshooting to use the code readers listed below. Before using the product, please read this manual and relevant manuals carefully, and develop familiarity with the functions and performance of the code reader to handle the product correctly. -
Page 8: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS PRECAUTIONS REGARDING WARRANTY AND SPECIFICATIONS ........1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . - Page 9 Replacement of a Lens and Lens Cover ........... . . 40 Detaching a lens and lens cover .
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Page 10: Relevant Manuals
Basic operations of DataMan Setup Tool for MELSENSOR e-Manual [BCN-P5999-1258] e-Manual refers to the Mitsubishi Electric FA electronic book manuals that can be browsed using a dedicated tool. e-Manual has the following features: • Required information can be cross-searched in multiple manuals. -
Page 11: Terms
TERMS Unless otherwise specified, this manual uses the following terms. Term Description 1DMax A 1-D code reading algorithm optimized for omnidirectional code reading. It can handle variation in contrast, blur, damage, poor print quality, specularity, low resolution, quiet zone violation, and perspective distortion. - Page 12 Term Description SLMP An abbreviation of SeamLess Message Protocol. The protocol to access the programmable controller connected from the external device to the SLMP corresponding device, or connected to the SLMP corresponding device. Stacked code A code display system which consists of 1-D codes being piled on top of one another, and contains information vertically and horizontally Two-dimensional code (2-D code) A code containing information both horizontally and vertically.
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Page 13: Chapter 1 Product Overview
PRODUCT OVERVIEW A code reader CF37 is a compact code reader for quality control in an inspection process and inventory control in a shipment process. Engineering tool Code Reader setup tool Ethernet cable Programmable controller USB cable Ethernet cable Switching Code Reader CF37 24 VDC power supply... - Page 14 MEMO 1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW...
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Page 15: Chapter 2 Part Names
PART NAMES Standard components The following shows the two main modules of a code reader CF37. Name Description Main module Sensor, CPU, power supply, I/O, RS-232 connector, Ethernet connector Optics module Liquid lens, lights, front cover (ESD Safe) 2 PART NAMES... -
Page 16: Connectors And Indicators
Connectors and indicators The following shows the built-in lighting system and other features of a code reader CF37. (10) (12) (11) Name Lens LEDs for lighting Mounting holes (M3 5 mm) (Page 39 Installation of a Code Reader CF37) Indicator light ring Rating plate [TRIG] button (Page 20 [TRIG] Button Operational Specifications) -
Page 17: Chapter 3 Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS This chapter shows the specifications of a code reader CF37. General Specifications The following shows the general specifications of a code reader CF37. Item Specifications Ambient operating temperature 0 to 40 Ambient storage temperature -20 to 80 Maximum humidity Less than 95% RH, non-condensing Vibration resistance IEC 60068-2-6: A vibration of 10 G (10 to 500 Hz at 100 m//15 mm) was applied to each of the three main axes... -
Page 18: Performance Specifications
Performance Specifications The following shows the performance specifications of a code reader CF37. Item CF37-SR CF37-LR Supported codes 1-D code Code 128, Code 25, Code 93, Code 39, Codabar, Interleaved 2 of 5, UPC/EAN, MSI 2-D code Data Matrix (ECC 0, 50, 80, 100, 140, 200), QR Code, Micro QR Code, MaxiCode, AztecCode Stacked code PDF 417, Micro PDF 417 Reading direction for 1-D code... -
Page 19: Working Distance And Field Of View
Working distance and field of view The distance from a lens to an inspection target is referred to as 'working distance', and an area where a code reader can see at that distance is referred to as 'field of view.' As the working distance increases, so does the field of view. - Page 20 Code reader CF37-LR (24 mm lens) The following shows the minimum code sizes that can be read in each working distance. Unit: mm Working distance for 1-D code Working distance for 2-D code Code cell size 1029 0.1524 (6 mil) 1370 0.2032 (8 mil) 1711...
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Page 21: Indicator Display Specifications
Indicator Display Specifications The following shows the display specifications of indicators. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Indicator name Display specification Power indicator Green: Powered ON Registration status indicator • Green: Code registered • Yellow: Code not registered Read success/fail indicator •... -
Page 22: Trig] Button Operational Specifications
[TRIG] Button Operational Specifications A code reader can capture images manually by setting the operation of the [TRIG] button. The operation of the [TRIG] button can be set in DataMan Setup Tool for MELSENSOR. The [Inputs/Outputs] button the [Basic] tab the [TRIG Button] tab Item Description 3 second button press action... -
Page 23: Tune] Button Operational Specifications
[TUNE] Button Operational Specifications The operations of the [TUNE] button varies depending on the way to press. How to press Description Press one time The ON/OFF status of LED aimer guides is inverted. Press one time for three seconds The light and image acquisition of a code reader CF37 is adjusted. The operation of a code reader when pressing the [TUNE] button can be set in DataMan Setup Tool for MELSENSOR. -
Page 24: I/O Specifications
I/O Specifications This section shows the specifications of image acquisition trigger inputs and outputs. For details of breakout cables, refer to the following: Page 26 Breakout cable (COGNEX product) For the connection example of a breakout cable, refer to the following: Page 46 Connection example of RS-232 Image acquisition trigger Input... - Page 25 Output Outputs can be set for both sink type and source type. Specifications Description Voltage 26.4 VDC maximum through external load Current • Rated current: Max. 50 mA • Leakage current in OFF status: Max. 100 A • External load resistance: 240 to 10 k ■...
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Page 26: Output Wiring
Output wiring To connect 'Output 0' to 'Output 3' of the 'Output lines' to a relay, LED, or similar load, connect the negative side of the load to the 'Output lines' and the positive side to 24 VDC. When the 'Output lines' are turned ON, the negative side of the load is pulled down to 3 VDC or less, then 24 VDC is applied to the load. -
Page 27: Cable Specifications
Cable Specifications This section shows the specifications of an Ethernet cable and breakout cable to be connected to a code reader CF37. Ethernet cables and breakout cables are sold separately. Ethernet cable (COGNEX product) Ethernet cables are used for directly connecting a code reader CF37 to one device, or connecting the code reader to multiple devices via a switching hub or a router. -
Page 28: Breakout Cable (Cognex Product)
Breakout cable (COGNEX product) A breakout cable is used for supplying 24 VDC to a code reader CF37. It can also be used for RS-232 connection and I/O connection. Precautions • For RS-232 connection, use the power supply return path for the ground. •... -
Page 29: Chapter 4 Functions
FUNCTIONS This chapter explains the functions that can be used for a code reader CF37. Each function can be set in DataMan Setup Tool for MELSENSOR (code reader setup tool). Function List The main functions of a code reader CF37 are listed below. Function name Description Application Type... - Page 30 MEMO 4 FUNCTIONS 4.1 Function List...
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Page 31: Chapter 5 System Configuration
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Ethernet Connection This section shows the system configuration when a code reader CF37 and a programmable controller are connected with an Ethernet. For the settings of CC-Link IE Field Network Basic connection, EtherNet/IP connection, and SLMP scanner connection, configure the system using Ethernet. Ethernet Triggers are sent to a code reader, and character strings read by the code reader are received in a programmable controller via Ethernet. -
Page 32: Ethernet + I/O
Ethernet + I/O Triggers are sent to a code reader with signals of an output module, and characters read by the code reader are received in a programmable controller via Ethernet. Engineering tool Code Reader setup tool Ethernet cable Programmable controller USB cable Ethernet cable Switching... -
Page 33: Rs-232 Connection
RS-232 Connection This section shows the system configuration when a code reader CF37 and a programmable controller are connected with an RS-232 connection. RS-232 • DMCC commands or trigger commands are sent to a code reader from a serial communication module via RS-232 serial communication. -
Page 34: Rs-232 + I/O
RS-232 + I/O • Trigger signals from an output module are sent to a code reader in I/Os, and the character strings read by the code reader are received in a programmable controller via RS-232 serial communication. Engineering tool Code Reader setup tool Ethernet cable Programmable controller USB cable... -
Page 35: Hardware Components
Hardware Components The following shows the hardware components of the system configuration. Component name Remarks Reference Personal computer Required for setting a programmable controller and a code reader Code reader Code reader CF37 Page 34 Configurations and Optional Items of a Code Reader CF37 Programmable controller Required for using code readers... -
Page 36: Configurations And Optional Items Of A Code Reader Cf37
Configurations and Optional Items of a Code Reader CF37 This section shows the configurations and optional items of a code reader CF37-SR or a code reader CF37-LR. Configuration of a code reader CF37-SR The following shows the configuration of a code reader CF37-SR. Product name Remarks Lens... -
Page 37: Items To Prepare As Needed
Items to prepare as needed Preparation of the products listed below is required as necessary. Optional items for CF37-SR Preparation of the products listed below is required as necessary. Product name Model (COGNEX model) Remarks Liquid lens DMLN-10LL-SMT Liquid lens module and pre-focused (10.3 mm, with wrench) Lens cover with lights DM360-HPIL-RE-P Polarized red LED HPIL and ESD-safe cover for a 10.3 mm... -
Page 38: Available Modules And Configuration Tools
Available Modules and Configuration Tools This section shows the configuration tools and modules that are available for connecting to a code reader CF37. For the method of setting a programmable controller, refer to the following: Code Reader Connection Guide Modules The following shows the modules and versions supported by a code reader CF37. -
Page 39: Configuration Tools
Configuration tools The following shows the configuration tools and versions supported by a code reader CF37. Engineering tool Version *1*2 GX Works3 1.035M or later *2*3 GX Works2 1.565P or later FX3U-ENET-L Configuration tool GX Works2 Version 1.20W or later EtherNet/IP Configuration Tool for RJ71EIP91 EtherNet/IP Configuration Tool for RJ71EIP91: Ver.1.00A or later GX Works3 Version 1.072A or later... -
Page 40: Chapter 6 System Construction
SYSTEM CONSTRUCTION This chapter shows how to install optional items to a code reader CF37. Installation Environment Before installing a code reader CF37, check that the installation environment complies with the precautions for use and general specifications. 2 PRECAUTIONS FOR USE Page 15 General Specifications 6 SYSTEM CONSTRUCTION 6.1 Installation Environment... -
Page 41: Installation Of A Code Reader Cf37
Installation of a Code Reader CF37 This section shows the example of installing a universal mounting bracket to a code reader CF37. Installing a code reader at the angle (15) can reduce reflections and improve performance. 15° 4×M3×5 DIN 965 6 SYSTEM CONSTRUCTION 6.2 Installation of a Code Reader CF37... -
Page 42: Replacement Of A Lens And Lens Cover
Replacement of a Lens and Lens Cover This section shows the procedure for replacing a 10.3 mm or 24 mm liquid lens that is attached to a code reader CF37-SR/LR. Precautions • Turn OFF the power of a code reader CF37 in advance. •... - Page 43 Detach the liquid lens or liquid lens module, and pull out the liquid lens cable from the code reader. • 24 mm lens: Detach the liquid lens from the front side of the lens, and pull out the liquid lens cable from the code reader. •...
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Page 44: Attaching A Lens And Lens Cover
Attaching a lens and lens cover Attach the lens to the code reader. • 24 mm lens: Attach the lens to the code reader by using the screw thread on the metal ring. • 10.3 mm lens: Insert an S-mount adopter, thread the lens into the code reader, and tighten the locking ring. Insert the liquid lens cable into the connector of the code reader. - Page 45 Attach the liquid lens or liquid lens module to the lens. • 24 mm lens: Attach the liquid lens to the front side of the lens. • 10.3 mm lens: Attach the liquid lens module onto the nose of the lens. Attach the lens cover on the code reader.
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Page 46: Connection Of An Ethernet Cable (Cognex Product)
Connection of an Ethernet Cable (COGNEX Product) This section shows the procedure for connecting an Ethernet cable. Precautions • The Ethernet cables are designed to connect with their key aligned with the keyway of the connector on a code reader CF37. -
Page 47: Connection Of A Breakout Cable (Cognex Product)
Connection of a Breakout Cable (COGNEX Product) This section shows the precautions and the procedure for connecting a breakout cable. Breakout cable: CCB-PWRIO-**(**: 05, 10, or 15) Cable length (5 m, 10 m, or 15 m), shielded twisted-pair cable, straight connector Precautions •... -
Page 48: Connection Example Of Rs-232
Connection example of RS-232 The following shows an example of connecting a breakout cable to an RS-232 connector (D-sub 9 Pin). Breakout cable: CCB-PWRIO-**(**: 05, 10, or 15) Cable length (5 m, 10 m, or 15 m), shielded twisted-pair cable, straight connector Precautions •... -
Page 49: Connection Example Of An I/O Module
Connection example of an I/O module The following shows examples of connecting a breakout cable to input/output modules. Sink type Breakout cable: CCB-PWRIO-**(**: 05, 10, or 15) Cable length (5 m, 10 m, or 15 m), shielded twisted-pair cable, straight connector Input module (positive/negative common shared type): RX40C7 Output module (sink type): RY40NT5P RY40NT5P... -
Page 50: Source Type
Source type Breakout cable: CCB-PWRIO-**(**: 05, 10, or 15) Cable length (5 m, 10 m, or 15 m), shielded twisted-pair cable, straight connector Input module (positive/negative common shared type): RX40C7 Output module (source type): RY40PT5P RX40C7 RY40PT5P Input 0 (Orange) Input 1 (Violet) Output 0 (Blue) Output 1 (Grey) -
Page 51: Chapter 7 Installation
For details on how to register an EDS file, refer to the following: MELSEC iQ-R EtherNet/IP Network Interface Module User's Manual (Application) MELSEC iQ-F FX5-ENET/IP User's Manual The EDS file for a code reader CF37 can be downloaded from the Mitsubishi Electric FA website. www.MitsubishiElectric.co.jp/fa 7 INSTALLATION... - Page 52 MEMO 7 INSTALLATION 7.3 Registration of an EDS File...
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Page 53: Chapter 8 Maintenance And Inspection
MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION Cleaning a Code Reader CF37 Housing • To clean the outside of the code reader CF37 housing, apply a small amount of mild detergent cleaner or isopropyl alcohol on a cleaning cloth. • Do not attempt to clean the code reader with harsh or corrosive solvents, including lye, methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) or gasoline. - Page 54 Replacement procedure for a microSD card Turn OFF the power of a damaged code reader. Remove the screws on the microSD card cover to open the microSD card slot. Remove the existing SD card from the slot. Insert the SD card into the microSD card slot of a new code reader to create a clone of the old code reader. 8 MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION 8.3 Replacing an SD card...
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Page 56: Chapter 9 Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Error Checking Method If an error indicator turns ON or a code reader CF37 does not work properly, check the error in the "Device Log" screen of DataMan Setup Tool for MELSENSOR. [System] in the menu [Device Log] "Buffer Overflow"... - Page 57 MEMO 9 TROUBLESHOOTING 9.1 Error Checking Method...
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Page 58: Appendix
The EMC Directive sets requirements for emission (conducted and radiated electromagnetic interference emitted by a product) and immunity (the ability of a product not to be influenced by externally generated electromagnetic interference). This section describes the precautions for machinery constructed with the MELSENSOR CF37 models to comply with the EMC Directive. -
Page 59: Measures To Comply With The Low Voltage Directive
• 70%, 25/30 periods (50/60 Hz) Measures to comply with the Low Voltage Directive The MELSENSOR CF37 models are out of the requirement for conformance to the Low Voltage Directive. UL/cUL This section shows the standards that comply with UL. -
Page 60: Appendix 2 External Dimensions
Appendix 2 External Dimensions CF37-SR/LR The following figures show the dimensions of a code reader CF37-SR/LR. 20mm 17.8mm 54mm M3-5(4X) C-mount (1''-32tpi) Optical axis 19.8mm 3.7mm 27mm 44mm 91.4mm APPX Appendix 2 External Dimensions... - Page 61 MEMO APPX Appendix 2 External Dimensions...
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Page 62: Revisions
Japanese manual number: SH-082324-C This manual confers no industrial property rights or any rights of any other kind, nor does it confer any patent licenses. Mitsubishi Electric Corporation cannot be held responsible for any problems involving industrial property rights which may occur as a result of using the contents noted in this manual. -
Page 63: Warranty
WARRANTY Please confirm the following product warranty details before using this product. 1. Gratis Warranty Term and Gratis Warranty Range If any faults or defects (hereinafter "Failure") found to be the responsibility of Mitsubishi occurs during use of the product within the gratis warranty term, the product shall be repaired at no cost via the sales representative or Mitsubishi Service Company. -
Page 64: Trademarks
TRADEMARKS The following are registered trademarks of Cognex Corporation: Cognex, 2DMAX, Advantage, AlignPlus, Assemblyplus, Check it with Checker, Checker, Cognex Vision for Industry, Cognex VSOC, CVL, DataMan, DisplayInspect, DVT, EasyBuilder, HotBars II , IDMax, In-Sight, Laser Killer, MVS-8000, OmniView, PatFind, PatFlex, PatInspect, PatMax, PatQuick, SensorView, SmartView, SmartAdvisor, SmartLearn, UltraLight, Vision Solutions, VisionPro, VisionView The following are trademarks of Cognex Corporation:... - Page 66 Cognex Corporation www.cognex.com SH(NA)-082325ENG-C(2105)KWIX MODEL:CF37-U-E MODEL CODE:13JX4C HEAD OFFICE : TOKYO BUILDING, 2-7-3 MARUNOUCHI, CHIYODA-KU, TOKYO 100-8310, JAPAN NAGOYA WORKS : 1-14 , YADA-MINAMI 5-CHOME , HIGASHI-KU, NAGOYA , JAPAN When exported from Japan, this manual does not require application to the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry for service transaction permission.
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