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  • Page 2 Matrix 300N™ Reference Manual Ed.: 06/2015 © 2015 Datalogic Automation S.r.l.  ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.  Protected to the fullest extent under U.S. and international laws. Copying, or altering of this document is prohibited without express written consent from Datalogic Automation S.r.l.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS REFERENCES ......................vi Conventions ......................... vi Reference Documentation ................... vi Support Through the Website ..................vi Patents ......................... vi COMPLIANCE ......................vii EMC Compliance ......................vii Power Supply ....................... vii CE Compliance ......................vii FCC Compliance ......................vii Laser Safety ........................ viii LED Safety ........................
  • Page 4 6.2.5 Manual Adjustable Focus Models 16 mm ..............94 Reading Diagrams ...................... 95 6.3.1 Matrix 300N 4x1 (6 mm models) 1D Codes ..............96 6.3.2 Matrix 300N 4x1 (6 mm models) 2D Codes .............. 102 6.3.3 Matrix 300N 4x3 (9 mm models) 1D Codes .............. 105 6.3.4 Matrix 300N 4x3 (9 mm models) 2D Codes ..............
  • Page 5 7.2.4 Manual Calibration ....................132 7.2.5 Multi Image Acquisition Setups ................. 135 7.2.6 Extending DOF Using Internal Image Settings Selection ......... 136 7.2.7 Extending DOF Using External Image Settings Selection ........137 7.2.8 Image Cropping ......................139 7.2.9 Direct Part Marking Applications ................142 Diagnostics .......................

  • Page 6: References

    Reading Methods, provided as supplementary documentation on the DL.CODE mini-DVD (downloaded .zip file or mini-DVD accessory). SUPPORT THROUGH THE WEBSITE Datalogic provides several services as well as technical support through its website. Log on to www.datalogic.com and click on the Industrial Automation links for further information: ...

  • Page 7: Compliance

    FCC COMPLIANCE Modifications or changes to this equipment without the expressed written approval of Datalogic could void the authority to use the equipment. This device complies with PART 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference which may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 8: Laser Safety

    LASER SAFETY The Matrix 300N internal illuminators contain two aiming Laser LEDs used to position the reader. This product conforms to the applicable requirements of IEC 60825-1 and complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice N° 50, date June 24, 2007. This product is classified as a Class 2 laser product according to IEC 60825-1 regulations.

  • Page 9: Handling

    HANDLING The Matrix 300N is designed to be used in an industrial environment and is built to withstand vibration and shock when correctly installed, however it is also a precision product and therefore before and during installation it must be handled correctly to avoid damage.
  • Page 10  do not weld the reader into position which can cause electrostatic, heat or reading window damage.  do not spray paint near the reader which can cause reading window damage.

  • Page 11: General View

    GENERAL VIEW Matrix 300N™ Software Adjustable Focus (Liquid Lens) Models Figure A Connector block rotates to 90° position Power - Serial Interfaces - I/O Connector Device Class and Warning Labels Ethernet Connector Bracket Mounting Holes (4) No Read LED (red)
  • Page 12 Matrix 300N™ Manual Adjustable Focus Models Figure B Connector block rotates to 90° position Internal Illuminator Device Class and Warning Labels Power - Serial Interfaces - I/O Connector Bracket Mounting Holes (4) Good Read LED (green) Ethernet Connector Lens Cover...

  • Page 13: Rapid Configuration

    External Trigger (photoelectric sensor) when the object enters its reading zone. Host PG6000 CAB-DSxx-S Matrix 300N  Main Serial Interface (RS232 or RS422 Full-Duplex)  External Trigger (for One Shot or Phase Mode) I/O, Aux Figure 1 – Matrix 300N in Stand Alone Layout...
  • Page 14 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL CBX100/CBX500 Pinout for Matrix 300N The table below gives the pinout of the CBX100/CBX500 terminal block connectors. Use this pinout when the Matrix 300N reader is connected by means of the CBX100/CBX500: CBX100/500 Terminal Block Connectors Input Power...

  • Page 15: Step 2 - Mount And Position The Reader

    RAPID CONFIGURATION STEP 2 – MOUNT AND POSITION THE READER 1. To mount the Matrix 300N, use the mounting brackets to obtain the most suitable position for the reader. The most common mounting configuration is shown in the figure below.

  • Page 16: Step 3 - Aim And Autofocus The Reader

    Aim LED will stop blinking and Matrix 300N emits 3 high pitched beeps. If the Autofocus cannot be reached after a timeout of about 3 (three) minutes Matrix 300N will exit without saving the parameters to memory, the Aim LED will stop blinking and in this case Matrix 300N emits a long low pitched beep.

  • Page 17: Step 4 - X-Press Configuration

    Matrix 300N 4x5-0xx 16 mm lens = 320 mm STEP 4 – X-PRESS CONFIGURATION Once Matrix 300N is focused at the correct reading distance, you must configure it for optimal code reading relative to your application. This configuration can be performed either through the X-PRESS Interface or the DL.CODE configuration program.
  • Page 18 X-PRESS push button once. After a short delay the procedure is cancelled. NOTE: If you have used this procedure to configure Matrix 300N go to step The Learn procedure will not recognize the following symbologies: Postal Codes, Pharmacode, MSI, Standard 2 of 5,...
  • Page 19 3 seconds. Release and re-press the button during this LED blinking sequence. The Configuration and Environment parameters are reset. The Matrix 300N emits 3 high pitched beeps and after a few seconds enters run mode. NOTE: If you release the button while the LEDs are all on continuously (after the blinking phase), the reader will enter the Loader program sequence and the LEDs will begin to cycle through various patterns.

  • Page 20: Step 5 - Installing Dl.code Configuration Program

    2. When the installation is complete the DL.CODE entry is created in the Start>Programs bar under “Datalogic” as well as a desktop icon. Double-click the desktop icon to run it. This configuration procedure assumes a laptop computer, running DL.CODE, is connected to a factory default reader through the Ethernet port.
  • Page 21 RAPID CONFIGURATION The discovery feature will also show devices not belonging to the LAN and display them in grey (see Figure 8). 3. First the device must be added to the LAN by aligning its IP Address to the network. The network administrator should provide valid LAN address(es).
  • Page 22 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 8. Double-click on or drag the device icon into the Selected Device Information Area. Details about the device will be displayed in this area. Figure 10 – DL.CODE Opening Window...

  • Page 23: Step 6 - Device Configuration

    RAPID CONFIGURATION STEP 6 – DEVICE CONFIGURATION Image Setup for Software Adjustable Focus Models (Liquid Lens) NOTE: For Manual Adjustable Focus models go to page 16 then continue with Code Setup on page 21. To begin configuration, the reader must be correctly mounted at the correct reading distance for your application so that its Field of View covers the application reading area.
  • Page 24 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 3. Click the Image Auto Setup button to automatically acquire the best exposure time and gain values. Select the Static or Dynamic Self-Tuning option; Start Autolearn and Apply to the Image Setup. NOTE: For applications having multiple lighting or code reading conditions, up to 10 different Image Setups can be configured by adding them with the icon.
  • Page 25 RAPID CONFIGURATION 4. Now click on the Focus Autolearn button. The Reading Distance value is not significant until the Focus Autolearn procedure ends successfully. The Calibrate dialog box opens allowing you to start the procedure. Click Start.
  • Page 26 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL At the end of the calibration you can see the new Reading Distance and Image Density (PPI) values as well as the FOV dimensions. Click Apply. NOTE: To enlarge the visual image of the code view, you can click on the zoom image icon repositioning it on the code.
  • Page 27 RAPID CONFIGURATION NOTE: At this point it is probably a good idea to save the configuration from temporary memory to permanent memory giving it a specific name. 5. Now place an application specific code in front of the reader and repeat the Image Auto-Setup.
  • Page 28 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL Image Setup for Manual Adjustable Focus Models NOTE: For Software Adjustable Focus models go to page 11 then continue with Code Setup on page 21. To begin configuration, the reader must be correctly mounted so that its Field of View covers the application reading area.
  • Page 29 RAPID CONFIGURATION 5. Click the Image Auto Setup button to automatically acquire the best exposure time and gain values. Select the Static or Dynamic Self-Tuning option; Start Autolearn and Apply to the Image Setup. NOTE: For applications having multiple lighting or code reading conditions, up to 10 different Image Setups can be configured by adding them with the icon.
  • Page 30 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 6. Now click on the Focus Calibration tab at the bottom of the window. The oscilloscope view is shown in the bottom panel and can be used for manual focus adjustment. The red line in the image panel above the oscilloscope must pass through the code.
  • Page 31 RAPID CONFIGURATION 6. Click the Acquire PPI button to automatically set Image Density so that Matrix 300N will function correctly and to the fullest extent of its capabilities. This procedure is necessary for first time installations, or if the focal distance is changed.
  • Page 32 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL NOTE: At this point it is probably a good idea to save the configuration from temporary memory to permanent memory giving it a specific name. 7. Now place an application specific code in front of the reader and only click the Image Auto-Setup button to register any changes in lighting or code surface contrast.
  • Page 33 RAPID CONFIGURATION Code Setup 1. Click on the Code Setup button. By default, the Data Matrix ECC 200 symbology is enabled. If this symbology is among those in your application it will be shown in the image display with its code symbology name and a small green box around it indicating it is decoded.
  • Page 34 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL Reading Phase 1. Select your application specific Operating Mode from the icons over the Configuration Parameters tree area: Continuous, One Shot, Phase Mode or PackTrack. 2. Configure the relative Operating Mode parameters from the Reading Phase parameters panel.
  • Page 35 RAPID CONFIGURATION Good Read Setup 1. Select your specific data collection type from the icons over the Configuration Parameters tree area: Code Collection, Code Combination, Presentation or Match Code. Not all data collection types are available for all Operating Modes; for example PackTrack Operating Mode only supports Code Combination.
  • Page 36 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL To create a logical AND condition from a logical XOR, create a new Expected Code box using the icon. Then drag the desired code icon from one box to the other. Data Formatting 1. Configure your application specific Data Formatting Message(s) from the Configuration Parameters tree area: Message 1, Message 2, etc.
  • Page 37 RAPID CONFIGURATION Output Setup 1. Configure your application specific Digital Output(s) and Green/Red Spots (if used) from the Configuration Parameters tree area: Output 1, Output 2, etc. NOTE: Save the configuration from temporary memory to permanent memory, overwriting the previously saved configuration.

  • Page 38: Step 7 - Test Mode

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL STEP 7 – TEST MODE Use a code suitable to your application to test the reading performance of the system. 1. Enter the Test function by pressing and holding the X-PRESS push button until the Test LED is on.

  • Page 39: Advanced Reader Configuration

    RAPID CONFIGURATION ADVANCED READER CONFIGURATION For further details on advanced product configuration, refer to the DL.CODE User’s Guide available in the DL.CODE Help menu. Host Mode Programming The reader can also be partially configured from a host computer using the Host Mode programming procedure.

  • Page 40: Introduction

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 2 INTRODUCTION 2.1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Matrix 300N is a Datalogic industrial compact 2D imager designed and produced to be a high performance affordable solution for both linear and two-dimensional code reading applications. Matrix 300N uses imaging technology and provides complete reading system functions by integrating image capturing, decoding and communicating in a single compact and versatile product.
  • Page 41 INTRODUCTION Standard Application Program A Standard Application Program is factory-loaded onto Matrix 300N. This program controls code reading, data formatting, serial port and Ethernet interfacing, and many other operating and control parameters. It is completely user configurable from a Laptop or PC using the dedicated configuration software program DL.CODE, provided on the DL.CODE mini-DVD...
  • Page 42 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL Ease of Setup  Quick installation without PC by using X-PRESS interface for easy and intuitive setup  Laser pointers for aiming  Automatic Imager calibration and Code Settings  Visual Feedback to verify exact code positioning in the Field of View and to maximize the reading performance ...

  • Page 43: Indicators And Keypad Button

    INTRODUCTION Industrial Strength  Industrial compact 2D reader  Rugged metal construction  Sealed circular M12 connectors  IP67 protection class  50 °C max operating temperature  Supply voltage ranges from 10 to 30 Vdc The reader is particularly suitable for industrial environments where protection against harsh external conditions is required.

  • Page 44: Id-Net

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL In normal operating mode the colors and meaning of the five LEDs are illustrated in the following table: red LED indicates a NO READ result (Figure 13, 3) STATUS yellow LED indicates active communication on the main serial port * (Figure 13, 4)

  • Page 45: How To Setup/Configure The Reader Network

    INTRODUCTION 2.3.1 How To Setup/Configure the Reader Network A complete ID-NET reader network can be easily setup through DL.CODE as follows: Multi Device configurations (also called Master/Slave configurations), are designed to collect data from several devices connected together in an ID-NET network and send data output to the Host system.

  • Page 46: Master Configuration

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 2.3.2 Master Configuration First start with the desired device to assign as ID-NET Master (current default setting is Standalone). Select New Configuration – Multi Device from the Task area. The Net Autoset feature automatically starts to find Slave devices connected to the ID-NET...
  • Page 47 INTRODUCTION When finished, if all the Slaves have been correctly recognized click on the Apply Changes button. If not, verify all device connections and power, then repeat the operation by clicking on the Start Net Autoset button. Repeat Cluster OK...
  • Page 48 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL Click Yes to store the Slave table on the Master. Depending on the application type, click on either the Phase Mode Configuration or the PackTrack Configuration button to start the configuration. This will perform a pre- configuration of the operating mode.
  • Page 49 INTRODUCTION Now save the new configuration (job) to the Master Device using a name relative to the Application (i.e. Station 1) making sure to check the Clone Master Configuration on Slaves. This will save a configuration with the same name and content on each device (Master and all Slaves).

  • Page 50: Slave Configuration

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 2.3.3 Slave Configuration NOTE: When the Slaves are not positioned on the same plane or side as the Master, you must configure the Slave device photometric parameters (Image Setup) in DL.CODE through its Ethernet connection. If Slave devices do not have an individual Ethernet connection you must temporarily (manually) connect them one by one to perform Image Setup.
  • Page 51 INTRODUCTION Open the configuration named “Station 1” from the Slave reader. When the configuration opens, pause run mode and execute the Image Auto-Setup feature to adjust the photometry of the Slave reader.
  • Page 52 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL Verify the focus and decoding with the capture image and Code Setup page. Now save the configuration to the Slave device by overwriting its existing one (i.e. Station 1). Repeat this procedure for each Slave device until the entire network is configured.
  • Page 53 INTRODUCTION Return to the Master device and open the configuration (Station 1). Now Save on device overwriting Station 1 with Clone Master Configuration on Slaves DISABLED!. This step will Save all Master and Slave jobs maintaining the individual settings.

  • Page 54: Verify Master/Slave Setup

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 2.3.4 Verify Master/Slave Setup From the Master Station 1 configuration, run the application and monitor the output data from the DL.CODE Console or a configured channel terminal. You can also temporarily apply the Reading Mask field in place of each Code Content field to verify if all devices are reading.
  • Page 55 INTRODUCTION Run the application and monitor the output data from the DL.CODE Console or a configured channel terminal. Output Data Reading Mask The Reading Mask shows which device reads which Expected Code. The mask is composed of a fixed 32-character string (0=No Read or 1=Read) representing the 32 possible readers in an ID-NET network.

  • Page 56: Backup And Restore Through Dl.code

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 2.4 BACKUP AND RESTORE THROUGH DL.CODE DL.CODE allows Backup and Restore to be performed to/from the configuration PC via file or to an external storage device such as BM100. It can be performed for Stand Alone and Cluster (Master/Slave) configurations.

  • Page 57: Backup

    INTRODUCTION 2.4.1 Backup To perform a Backup: 1. Select either “Backup” (to file on PC) or “Backup to external storage device" from the DL.CODE Device menu. You will be reminded that configuration in temporary memory will not be saved so you should save the configuration to the reader before performing Backup.

  • Page 58: Restore

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 2.4.2 Restore To perform a Restore: 1. Select either “Restore” (from file on PC) or "Restore from external storage device" from the DL.CODE Device menu If restoring an ID-NET network though the Master, this may take a few minutes.

  • Page 59: X-Press Human Machine Interface

    INTRODUCTION 2.5 X-PRESS HUMAN MACHINE INTERFACE X-PRESS is the intuitive Human Machine Interface designed to improve ease of installation and maintenance. Status information is clearly presented by means of the five colored LEDs, whereas the single push button gives immediate access to the following relevant functions: ...
  • Page 60 Setup LED will stop blinking and Matrix 300N emits 3 high pitched beeps. If the calibration cannot be reached after a timeout of about 5 (five) seconds Matrix 300N will exit without saving the parameters to memory, the Setup LED will stop blinking and in this case...

  • Page 61: Diagnostic Indication

    Matrix 300N emits 3 high pitched beeps. If the autolearning cannot be reached after a timeout of about 3 (three) minutes, Matrix 300N will exit without saving the parameters to memory, the Learn LED will stop blinking and in this case Matrix 300N emits a long low pitched beep.

  • Page 62: Lighting System Notes

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 2.6.1 Lighting System Notes The following table shows the Matrix 300N lens/illuminator combinations. For more information see the Application Note on illuminator selection on the DL.CODE mini-DVD (downloaded .zip file or mini-DVD accessory). Matrix 300N Models...

  • Page 63: Application Examples

    95B010011 2.8 APPLICATION EXAMPLES 2.8.1 Document Handling Matrix 300N is profitably used in the omnidirectional reading of 2D, stacked, linear and postal codes for example in automated document handling and mail processing systems (see Figure 14). Figure 14 - Address Coded in Data Matrix Symbology for Automated Mail Processing 2.8.2 Deformed or Overprinted Code Reading...

  • Page 64: Direct Part Marking

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL Figure 17 - Barcode Printed on Curved Surface Readable by Matrix 300N in spite of Image Optical Distortion 2.8.3 Direct Part Marking Matrix 300N is also very powerful in reading low-contrast direct part marked codes (see Figures 20, 21, and 22).

  • Page 65: Ink-Jet Printing Technology

    Figure 22 - Data Matrix Code Directly Marked on PCB Surface by Using Laser Etching Technology CAUTION: If application codes must be read which are produced by Laser Marking in real time, use Matrix 300N models incorporating YAG Filters in order to avoid burning the CMOS sensor.

  • Page 66: Installation

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 3 INSTALLATION 3.1 PACKAGE CONTENTS Verify that the Matrix 300N reader and all the parts supplied with the equipment are present and intact when opening the packaging; the list of parts includes:  Matrix 300N reader ...

  • Page 67: Mechanical Dimensions

    INSTALLATION 3.2 MECHANICAL DIMENSIONS Matrix 300N can be installed to operate in different positions. The four screw holes (M4 x 5) on the body of the reader are for mechanical fixture (Figure 24). The diagram below gives the overall dimensions of the reader and may be used for its installation.
  • Page 68 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 20.5 [0.81] [2.12] [1.69] [1.42] M4 n°4 Optical Axes Figure 25 - Overall Dimensions with Connector at 90°...
  • Page 69 INSTALLATION [1.85] M 4 N°5 17.7 [0.70] [1.42] Ø4.5 [Ø0.18] [0.18] 90° [1.85] [0.18] Ø8.2 [Ø0.32] Figure 26 - Mounting Bracket Overall Dimensions...

  • Page 70: Mounting And Positioning Matrix 300N

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 3.3 MOUNTING AND POSITIONING MATRIX 300N Using the Matrix 300N mounting brackets you can obtain rotation on the various axes of the reader as shown in the diagram below: Skew Tilt Figure 27 –Positioning with Mounting Bracket...
  • Page 71 The Pitch, Skew and Tilt angles are represented in Figure 28. Follow the suggestions below for the best orientation: Position the reader in order to avoid the direct reflection of the light emitted by the Matrix 300N reader; it is advised to assure at least 10° for the Skew angle.
  • Page 72 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL Linear Barcode Reading 2D Code Reading Figure 29 - Tilt Angle Considerations See chp. 6 for FOV vs. Reading Distance considerations.

  • Page 73: Cbx Electrical Connections

    All Matrix 300N models can be connected to a CBX connection box through one of the available CAB-DSxx-S accessory cables. These accessory cables terminate in an M12 17- pin connector on the Matrix 300N side and in a 25-pin male D-sub connector on the CBX side.

  • Page 74: Power Supply

    CBX connection box, verify the jumper positions in the CBX as indicated in its Installation Manual. 4.1 POWER SUPPLY Power requirements and conditions depend on the Matrix 300N model: Standard or PoE (Power over Ethernet). 4.1.1 Standard Models...
  • Page 75 Midspan PSE device is not supported. Figure 32 – Matrix 300N PoE PSE Endspan Alternative A Connections OK Figure 33 – Matrix 300N PoE PSE Midspan Alternative A Connections OK Figure 34 – Matrix 300N PoE PSE Endspan Alternative B Connections NOT SUPPORTED...

  • Page 76: Main Serial Interface

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL Figure 35 – Matrix 300N PoE PSE Midspan Alternative B Connections NOT SUPPORTED CAUTION: For Matrix 300N PoE models, the internal Digital Output circuitry is not powered and supply power is not available to any Input/Output devices (Vdc=0).

  • Page 77: Rs232 Interface

    CBX ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 4.2.1 RS232 Interface The RS232 interface is generally used for Point-to-Point connections. When it is connected to the host computer it allows transmission of code data. The following pins are used for RS232 interface connection: CBX100/500 Function Transmit Data Receive Data SGND...

  • Page 78: Rs422 Full-Duplex Interface

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 4.2.2 RS422 Full-Duplex Interface The RS422 full-duplex (5 wires + shield) interface is used for non-polled communication protocols in point-to-point connections over longer distances (max 1200 m / 3940 ft) than those acceptable for RS232 communications or in electrically noisy environments.

  • Page 79: Id-Net Interface

    125 kbps 250 kbps 500 kbps 1Mbps Cable Length 1200 m 900 m 700 m * Application dependent, contact your Datalogic Automation representative for details. NOTE: The default ID-NET baudrate is 500 kbps. Lower ID-NET baudrates allow longer cable lengths.

  • Page 80: Id-Net Response Time

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 4.3.2 ID-NET Response Time The following figure shows the response time of the ID-NET network. This time is defined as the period between the Trigger activation and the beginning of data transmission to the Host. Max ID-NET Response Time...
  • Page 81 CBX ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Figure 40 – ID-NET Network Connections with isolated power blocks...
  • Page 82 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL Figure 41 - ID-NET Network Connections with Common Power Branch Network...
  • Page 83 CBX ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Figure 42 – ID-NET Network Connections with Common Power Star Network...

  • Page 84: Auxiliary Rs232 Interface

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 4.4 AUXILIARY RS232 INTERFACE The RS232 auxiliary interface is available for Point-to-Point connections. When it is connected to the host computer it allows transmission of code data. The parameters relative to the aux interface (baud rate, data bits, etc.) can be defined through the Reading Phase step (Channels) in DL.CODE.

  • Page 85: Inputs

    CBX ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 4.5 INPUTS There are two optocoupled polarity insensitive inputs available on the reader: Input 1 (External Trigger) and Input 2, a generic input: The External Trigger can be used in One Shot Mode or in Phase Mode. Its main functions are: ...
  • Page 86 Input Device on the +V/-V spring clamps, and does not pass through the Power Switch (ON/OFF) inside the CBX. Disconnect the power supply when working inside the CBX. PH-1 Photocell (PNP) (brown) (black) (blue) Figure 45 – PH-1 External Trigger Using Matrix 300N Power NPN Photocell Power to Input Photocell Signal Photocell...
  • Page 87 Input 2 B (polarity insensitive) Power Reference - Inputs INPUT 2 CONNECTIONS USING MATRIX 300N POWER CAUTION: Power from the Vdc/GND spring clamps is available directly to the Input Device on the +V/-V spring clamps, and does not pass through the Power Switch (ON/OFF) inside the CBX.
  • Page 88 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL Input Device Pulled up to External Input Device Power Input Signal Figure 50 - NPN Input 2 Using External Power INPUT 3 CONNECTIONS (CBX500 Only) RESERVED Figure 51 - Input 3 Using External Power CAUTION: Do not connect to I3A or I34B signals, they are reserved.

  • Page 89: Outputs

    CBX ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 4.6 OUTPUTS CAUTION: When Outputs 1 and 2 are connected through the CBX connection box, they become opto-isolated and polarity sensitive and acquire the electrical characteristics listed below. To function correctly, they require setting the Output Line Type configuration parameters to NPN for the respective output.
  • Page 90 Output device Signal Output device Signal Output device Output device Reference Reference Figure 52 - PNP/Open Emitter Output Using MATRIX 300N Power Output 1 Device Output 2 Device Power to Power to Output device Output device Output device Output device...
  • Page 91 The CBX500 must be used to connect this output. NOTE: For this output, set the Line Type configuration parameter according to the hardware connection to the CBX: NPN, PNP or Push-Pull. OUTPUT 3 CONNECTIONS USING MATRIX 300N POWER (CBX500 Only) Power to Output Device...

  • Page 92: On-Board Ethernet Interface

    LAN or directly to a host PC. There is no need to use a crossover adapter since Matrix 300N incorporates an auto-cross function. A CAB-ETH-M0x cable can be used to connect to a LAN.

  • Page 93: Typical Layouts

    The Ethernet connection is possible in two different layouts. In a Point-to-Point layout the reader is connected to a local host by using a CAB-ETH-M0x cable. There is no need to use a crossover adapter since Matrix 300N incorporates an autocross function.
  • Page 94 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL When using a Local Area Network (LAN), one or more Matrix 300N readers can be connected to the network by using CAB-ETH-M0x cables: Matrix 300N Power Host NETWORK  Ethernet Interface  Auxiliary Serial Interface (RS232 – Data Monitor) ...

  • Page 95: Serial Connection

    When One Shot or Phase Mode operating mode is used, the reader can be activated by an External Trigger (for example a pulse from a photoelectric sensor) when the object enters its reading zone. Host PG6000 CAB-DSxx-S Matrix 300N  Main Serial Interface (RS232 or RS422 Full-Duplex)  Auxiliary Serial Interface (RS232 – Data Monitor) ...

  • Page 96: Fieldbus Connection

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 5.3 FIELDBUS CONNECTION In this layout a single reader functions as a Slave node on a Fieldbus network. The data is transmitted to the Host through an accessory Fieldbus interface board installed inside the CBX500 connection box.

  • Page 97: Id-Net Synchronized Network

    TYPICAL LAYOUTS 5.4 ID-NET SYNCHRONIZED NETWORK NOTE: DL.CODE only supports Master/Slave SYNCHRONIZED ID-NET network configurations. The ID-NET connection is used to collect data from several readers to build a multi-point or a multi-sided reading system; there can be one master and up to 31 slaves connected together.
  • Page 98 Main CAB-AUX03 Figure 64 - ID-NET Synchronized Layout Matrix 300N Master with CBX500 + Matrix 300N Slaves with QL100 If the Backup and Restore function is not required, then a QL300 can be used to connect the master reader. CBL-1496...
  • Page 99 TYPICAL LAYOUTS The same configuration can be made to a Host using the on-board Ethernet interface to the Master. The TCP/IP Ethernet and ID-NET interfaces are connected as shown in the figure below. Power Slave#1 Slave#n CBX100 Master  TCP/IP on-board Ethernet Interface ...

  • Page 100: Reading Features

    Figure 68 and the formula below. Viewing Angle Viewing Angle Viewing Angle Min Reading Distance Model Lens Focus Type Horizontal Vertical Diagonal Matrix 300N 4x1-0xx 6 mm manual 7 mm 66° 55° 80° Matrix 300N 4x2-0xx 9 mm software 14 mm 40° 32° 50°...

  • Page 101: Global Fov Diagrams

    READING FEATURES 6.2 GLOBAL FOV DIAGRAMS NOTE: The following diagrams are given for typical performance at 25°C using high quality grade A symbols according to ISO/IEC 15416 (1D code) and ISO/IEC 15415 (2D code) print quality test specifications. Testing should be performed with actual application codes in order to maximize the application performance.

  • Page 102: Manual Adjustable Focus Models 6 Mm

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 6.2.1 Manual Adjustable Focus Models 6 mm 1D Codes tance 2D Codes Distance...

  • Page 103: Software Adjustable Liquid Lens Models 9 Mm

    READING FEATURES 6.2.2 Software Adjustable Liquid Lens Models 9 mm 1D Codes Distance 2D Codes Distance...

  • Page 104: Manual Adjustable Focus Models 9 Mm

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 6.2.3 Manual Adjustable Focus Models 9 mm 1D Codes Distance 2D Codes Distance...

  • Page 105: Manual Adjustable Focus Models 12 Mm

    READING FEATURES 6.2.4 Manual Adjustable Focus Models 12 mm 1D Codes Distance 2D Codes Distance...

  • Page 106: Manual Adjustable Focus Models 16 Mm

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 6.2.5 Manual Adjustable Focus Models 16 mm 1D Codes DistanceDis 2D Codes Distance...

  • Page 107: Reading Diagrams

    Data Matrix ECC 200 (2D code) from the Test Charts provided with the reader.  Testing should be performed with the actual Matrix 300N using application codes in order to evaluate whether maximizing application performance requires adjustments to the HW/SW configuration with respect to the Reference Conditions given under each diagram.

  • Page 108: Matrix 300N 4X1 (6 Mm Models) 1D Codes

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 6.3.1 Matrix 300N 4x1 (6 mm models) 1D Codes Code 128 0.12 mm (5 mils) -1.5 Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Code 128 Code Resolution 0.12 mm (5 mils) Tilt Angle 0° Skew Angle 15°...
  • Page 109 READING FEATURES Code 128 0.25 mm (10 mils) Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Code 128 Code Resolution 0.25 mm (10 mils) Tilt Angle 0° Skew Angle 15° Focusing Distance (mm) Software Parameters Illuminator Lighting Very High Power Strobed 411-xxx Wide Red Exposure Time (µs) Gain...
  • Page 110 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL Code 128 0.30 mm (12 mils) Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Code 128 Code Resolution 0.30 mm (12 mils) Tilt Angle 0° Skew Angle 15° Focusing Distance (mm) Software Parameters Illuminator Lighting Very High Power Strobed 411-xxx Wide Red Exposure Time (µs)
  • Page 111 READING FEATURES Code 128 0.33 mm (13 mils) Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Code 128 Code Resolution 0.33 mm (13 mils) Tilt Angle 0° Skew Angle 15° Focusing Distance (mm) Software Parameters Illuminator Lighting Very High Power Strobed 411-xxx Wide Red Exposure Time (µs) Gain...
  • Page 112 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL Code 128 0.38 mm (15 mils) Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Code 128 Code Resolution 0.38 mm (15 mils) Tilt Angle 0° Skew Angle 15° Focusing Distance (mm) Software Parameters Illuminator Lighting Very High Power Strobed 411-xxx Wide Red Exposure Time (µs)
  • Page 113 READING FEATURES Code 128 0.50 mm (20 mils) Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Code 128 Code Resolution 0.50 mm (20 mils) Tilt Angle 0° Skew Angle 15° Focusing Distance (mm) Software Parameters Illuminator Lighting Very High Power Strobed 411-xxx Wide Red Exposure Time (µs) Gain...

  • Page 114: Matrix 300N 4X1 (6 Mm Models) 2D Codes

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 6.3.2 Matrix 300N 4x1 (6 mm models) 2D Codes Data Matrix 0.19 mm (7.5 mils) Horizontal Max FOV Reading Width Reading Distance Max FOV +0.6 -0.6 Due to the "fisheye" effect of the wide angle 6 mm lens, the reading area for higher resolution codes is limited to the central zone of the Vertical Field of View.
  • Page 115 READING FEATURES Data Matrix 0.25 mm (10 mils) Horizontal Max FOV Reading Width Reading Distance Max FOV +0.8 -0.8 Due to the "fisheye" effect of the wide angle 6 mm lens, the reading area for higher resolution codes is limited to the central zone of the Vertical -1.5 Field of View.
  • Page 116 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL Data Matrix 0.38 mm (15 mils) Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Data Matrix ECC 200 Code Resolution 0.38 mm (15 mils) Tilt Angle 45° Skew Angle 10° Focusing Distance (mm) Software Parameters Illuminator Lighting...

  • Page 117: Matrix 300N 4X3 (9 Mm Models) 1D Codes

    READING FEATURES 6.3.3 Matrix 300N 4x3 (9 mm models) 1D Codes Code 128 0.25 mm (10 mils) Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Code 128 Code Resolution 0.25 mm (10 mils) Tilt Angle 45° Skew Angle 15° Focusing Distance (mm)
  • Page 118 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL Code 128 0.30 mm (12 mils) Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Code 128 Code Resolution 0.30 mm (12 mils) Tilt Angle 45° Skew Angle 15° Focusing Distance (mm) Software Parameters Illuminator Lighting Very High Power Strobed 423-xxx Medium Red Exposure Time (µs)
  • Page 119 READING FEATURES Code 128 0.38 mm (15 mils) Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Code 128 Code Resolution 0.38 mm (15 mils) Tilt Angle 45° Skew Angle 15° Focusing Distance (mm) Software Parameters Illuminator Lighting Very High Power Strobed 423-xxx Medium Red Exposure Time (µs) Gain...

  • Page 120: Matrix 300N 4X3 (9 Mm Models) 2D Codes

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 6.3.4 Matrix 300N 4x3 (9 mm models) 2D Codes Data Matrix 0.13 mm (5 mils) -0.5 -1.5 Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Data Matrix ECC 200 Code Resolution 0.13 mm (5 mils) Tilt Angle 45°...
  • Page 121 READING FEATURES Data Matrix 0.19 mm (7.5 mils) -0.5 -1.5 -2.5 Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Data Matrix ECC 200 Code Resolution 0.19 mm (7.5 mils) Tilt Angle 45° Skew Angle 15° Focusing Distance (mm) Software Parameters Illuminator Lighting Very High Power Strobed 423-xxx Medium Red Exposure Time (µs)
  • Page 122 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL Data Matrix 0.25 mm (10 mils) Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Data Matrix ECC 200 Code Resolution 0.25 mm (10 mils) Tilt Angle 45° Skew Angle 15° Focusing Distance (mm) Software Parameters Illuminator Lighting...

  • Page 123: Matrix 300N 4X4 (12 Mm Models) 1D Codes

    READING FEATURES 6.3.5 Matrix 300N 4x4 (12 mm models) 1D Codes Code 128 0.25 mm (10 mils) Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Code 128 Code Resolution 0.25 mm (10 mils) Tilt Angle 45° Skew Angle 15° Focusing Distance (mm)
  • Page 124 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL Code 128 0.30 mm (12 mils) Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Code 128 Code Resolution 0.30 mm (12 mils) Tilt Angle 45° Skew Angle 15° Focusing Distance (mm) Software Parameters Illuminator Lighting Very High Power Strobed 434-xxx Narrow Red Exposure Time (µs)
  • Page 125 READING FEATURES Code 128 0.38 mm (15 mils) Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Code 128 Code Resolution 0.38 mm (15 mils) Tilt Angle 45° Skew Angle 15° Focusing Distance (mm) Software Parameters Illuminator Lighting Very High Power Strobed 434-xxx Narrow Red Exposure Time (µs) Gain...
  • Page 126 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL Code 128 0.50 mm (20 mils) Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Code 128 Code Resolution 0.50 mm (20 mils) Tilt Angle 45° Skew Angle 15° Focusing Distance (mm) Software Parameters Illuminator Lighting Very High Power Strobed 434-xxx Narrow Red Exposure Time (µs)

  • Page 127: Matrix 300N 4X4 (12 Mm Models) 2D Codes

    READING FEATURES 6.3.6 Matrix 300N 4x4 (12 mm models) 2D Codes Data Matrix 0.13 mm (5 mils) -0.5 -1.5 Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Data Matrix ECC 200 Code Resolution 0.13 mm (5 mils) Tilt Angle 45° Skew Angle 15°...
  • Page 128 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL Data Matrix 0.19 mm (7.5 mils) Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Data Matrix ECC 200 Code Resolution 0.19 mm (7.5 mils) Tilt Angle 45° Skew Angle 15° Focusing Distance (mm) Software Parameters Illuminator Lighting...
  • Page 129 READING FEATURES Data Matrix 0.25 mm (10 mils) Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Data Matrix ECC 200 Code Resolution 0.25 mm (10 mils) Tilt Angle 45° Skew Angle 15° Focusing Distance (mm) Software Parameters Illuminator Lighting Very High Power Strobed 434-xxx Narrow Red Exposure Time (µs) Gain...
  • Page 130 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL Data Matrix 0.38 mm (15 mils) Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Data Matrix ECC 200 Code Resolution 0.38 mm (15 mils) Tilt Angle 45° Skew Angle 15° Focusing Distance (mm) Software Parameters Illuminator Lighting...

  • Page 131: Matrix 300N 4X5 (16 Mm Models) 1D Codes

    READING FEATURES 6.3.7 Matrix 300N 4x5 (16 mm models) 1D Codes Code 128 0.25 mm (10 mils) Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Code 128 Code Resolution 0.25 mm (10 mils) Tilt Angle 45° Skew Angle 15° Focusing Distance (mm)
  • Page 132 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL Code 128 0.30 mm (12 mils) Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Code 128 Code Resolution 0.30 mm (12 mils) Tilt Angle 45° Skew Angle 15° Focusing Distance (mm) Software Parameters Illuminator Lighting Very High Power Strobed 435-xxx Narrow Red Exposure Time (µs)
  • Page 133 READING FEATURES Code 128 0.38 mm (15 mils) Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Code 128 Code Resolution 0.38 mm (15 mils) Tilt Angle 45° Skew Angle 15° Focusing Distance (mm) Software Parameters Illuminator Lighting Very High Power Strobed 435-xxx Narrow Red Exposure Time (µs) Gain...
  • Page 134 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL Code 128 0.50 mm (20 mils) Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Code 128 Code Resolution 0.50 mm (20 mils) Tilt Angle 45° Skew Angle 15° Focusing Distance (mm) Software Parameters Illuminator Lighting Very High Power Strobed 435-xxx Narrow Red Exposure Time (µs)

  • Page 135: Matrix 300N 4X5 (16 Mm Models) 2D Codes

    READING FEATURES 6.3.8 Matrix 300N 4x5 (16 mm models) 2D Codes Data Matrix 0.19 mm (7.5 mils) 10.5 11.5 Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Code 128 Code Resolution 0.19 mm (7.5 mils) Tilt Angle 45° Skew Angle 15°...
  • Page 136 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL Data Matrix 0.25 mm (10 mils) Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Data Matrix ECC 200 Code Resolution 0.25 mm (10 mils) Tilt Angle 45° Skew Angle 15° Focusing Distance (mm) Software Parameters Illuminator Lighting...
  • Page 137 READING FEATURES Data Matrix 0.38 mm (15 mils) Reading Distance CONDITIONS: Hardware Settings Code Symbology Data Matrix ECC 200 Code Resolution 0.38 mm (15 mils) Tilt Angle 45° Skew Angle 15° Focusing Distance (mm) Software Parameters Illuminator Lighting Very High Power Strobed 435-xxx Narrow Red Exposure Time (µs) Gain...

  • Page 138: Maximum Line Speed And Exposure Time Calculations

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 6.4 MAXIMUM LINE SPEED AND EXPOSURE TIME CALCULATIONS The Exposure Time (or Shutter) parameter defines the time during which the image will be exposed to the reader sensor to be acquired. This parameter depends heavily on the environmental conditions (external lighting system, image contrast etc.).
  • Page 139 READING FEATURES and LS are represented in the graph below as the curved line for X (code exp (max) (max) resolution). Values above the curve result in blurring. In practice, the application values are somewhere below the theoretical line, (in the green area), due to environmental and other conditions.

  • Page 140: Software Configuration

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 7 SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION Software configuration of your Matrix 300N for static reading or simple code reading applications can be accomplished by the Rapid Configuration procedure using the X-PRESS HMI (which requires no external configuration program). This procedure is described in chapter 1 Steps 3-4.

  • Page 141: Restore Configuration

    SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION 7.2.1 Restore Configuration You can load/restore a previously saved configuration from file or external storage device to your reader by using the Restore commands. See par. 2.4. 7.2.2 Restore Defaults The device parameters are divided into two main classes, Configuration and Environment which are affected differently by the Restore Defaults commands.
  • Page 142 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL The same action can be performed from the Device menu >Settings > Restore Defaults > Restore Default Startup Configuration. The Default Configuration will be set to run at startup and the reader will be reset. Any previously saved configurations on the device will remain in memory, but the Default configuration is set as the startup configuration.

  • Page 143: Auto Calibration

    SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION Restore Factory Defaults In order to return a device to its absolute Factory default parameters (for example device replacement) it is necessary to use the Restore Factory Defaults command. You will be prompted to confirm. All Environment parameters will be restored to Factory default values and any existing configurations stored on the device will be erased.

  • Page 144: Manual Calibration

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 7.2.4 Manual Calibration The following examples show some of the typical conditions occurring during the installation and how they can be tuned manually: Under-exposure: To correct this result it is recommended to change the following parameters in their order of appearance: 1.
  • Page 145 SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION Over-exposure: To correct this result it is recommended to change the following parameters in their order of appearance: 1. decrease the Gain 2. decrease the Exposure Time Figure 72 - Example Over Exposure: Too Light...
  • Page 146 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL Moving code out of the Field of View: To correct this result and have the code completely visible in FOV, it is possible to follow one or both the procedures listed below:  reposition the reader ...

  • Page 147: Multi Image Acquisition Setups

    SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION 7.2.5 Multi Image Acquisition Setups When controlled variable conditions occur in the application, Multiple Image Acquisition Setups can be defined to create a database of parameter groups that handle each specific application condition. This database of pre-defined settings functions cyclically and therefore automatically improves system flexibility and readiness.

  • Page 148: Extending Dof Using Internal Image Settings Selection

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 7.2.6 Extending DOF Using Internal Image Settings Selection (Cycle All In Same Phase) for Liquid Lens Models For Liquid Lens models, multiple Image Acquisition Settings can be configured and enabled internally through the application software to extend the reader's depth of field. During each reading phase, decoding will be attempted by applying each enabled Image Acquisition Setting (cyclically).

  • Page 149: Extending Dof Using External Image Settings Selection

    SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION 7.2.7 Extending DOF Using External Image Settings Selection Sequence (Input Select) for Liquid Lens Models For Liquid Lens models, multiple Image Acquisition Settings can be configured and enabled externally through a distance sensor to extend the reader's depth of field. The specific Image Acquisition Setting Sequence is selected prior to the reading phase so that only the correct setting (or group of settings) will be applied to the entire reading phase.
  • Page 150 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL Ext. Trigger Proximity Sensor on Input 2 Figure 74 - Example Extending DOF Using External Image Settings Selection Since many factors and parameters contribute to maximizing the reading process, it is suggested to use the DL.CODE Image Auto-Setup and Focus Autolearn tools to set the different acquisitions settings.

  • Page 151: Image Cropping

    Image cropping is performed from the Image Setup tab by clicking on the Add Cropping Region icon as shown below. In Matrix 300N the frame rate is dependent on the number of rows and columns in the defined window. Image cropping allows reducing the Image processing area from the full FoV to a smaller area where codes are present.
  • Page 152 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL After clicking the Add Cropping Region icon, a blue border appears which by default is equal to the FoV. By dragging the edges with the mouse (resizing) you can crop the image to a specific location where codes are present. The numbers in the blue boxes refer to pixel references.
  • Page 153 SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION The cropped area can be moved by dragging the center. You can also set the cropped image size and position through the Cropping Region Area group of parameters; size = Width and Height, position = Top-Left X,Y coordinates.

  • Page 154: Direct Part Marking Applications

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 7.2.9 Direct Part Marking Applications For Data Matrix family codes the Decoding Complexity parameter is available when Processing Mode is set to Standard and selects the decoding algorithm according to the printing/marking technique used to create the symbol and on the overall printing/marking quality.
  • Page 155 SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION Image Filter Sets the filter to be applied to the image before being processed. This parameter can be used to successfully decode particular ink-spread printed codes (ex. direct part mark codes). A different filter can be applied to each Image Acquisition Setup. The Erode Filter enlarges the image dark zones to increase readability.
  • Page 156 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL The Open filter eliminates white areas (defects) in the dark zones of the image. Before - No Read After - Readable Open The Contrast Stretching filter maximizes image contrast. Before - No Read After - Readable...
  • Page 157 SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION The Histogram Equalization filter makes the gray level distribution uniform. Before - No Read After - Readable Histogram Equalization The Smoothing filter deletes small (insignificant) details in the center of the image. Before - No Read After - Readable Smoothing The Sharpening filter improves out of focus images.
  • Page 158 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL The Deblurring filter improves blurred images. Before - No Read After - Readable Deblurring The Black Enhancement filter produces a nonlinear increase in the black level for light images. Before - No Read After - Readable...

  • Page 159: Diagnostics

    SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION 7.3 DIAGNOSTICS By using the DL.CODE Monitor functions from the File menu (or Monitor icon), you can get information about the state of the ID-NET network. Figure 76 - Diagnostic Alarms...

  • Page 160: Statistics

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL 7.4 STATISTICS Statistics on the reading performance can be viewed by enabling the Statistics panel from the DL.CODE Monitor item selected from the File menu (or Monitor icon). Figure 77 - Reading Statistics The enabled Statistical Counters can be selected from the Device>Settings>Configuration...

  • Page 161: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE 8 MAINTENANCE 8.1 CLEANING Clean the lens cover see Figure A, 4 periodically for continued correct operation of the reader. Dust, dirt, etc. on the lens cover may alter the reading performance. Repeat the operation frequently in particularly dirty environments. Use soft material and alcohol to clean the lens cover and avoid any abrasive substances.

  • Page 162: Troubleshooting

    Connect the device and click on the link to the parameter you’re interested in.  If you’re unable to fix the problem and you’re going to contact your local Datalogic office or Datalogic Partner or ARC, we suggest providing (if possible): Application Program version, Parameter Configuration file, Serial Number and Order Number of your reader.
  • Page 163 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Suggestion  One Shot or Phase Mode On the Reading Phase step check the settings for using serial trigger source: Acquisition Trigger, Reading Phase-ON, the ”TRIGGER” LED is not Reading Phase-OFF parameters.  blinking. Are the COM port parameters (Baud Rate, Parity, Data Bits, Stop Bits) correctly assigned? ...
  • Page 164 The reader Order Number consists of 9 numbers.  Order Number? The reader Order Number can be obtained by comparing the Device Model (in DL.CODE Device Menu > Settings > Settings > About Device) with the product models page on the Datalogic website.

  • Page 165: Technical Features

    TECHNICAL FEATURES 10 TECHNICAL FEATURES ELECTRICAL FEATURES Power 4xx-01x models 4xx-04x models Supply Voltage 10 to 30 Vdc PoE Device 48 Vdc Consumption 0.7 to 0.2 A 13 W max. Communication Interfaces Main - RS232 2400 to 115200 bit/s - RS422 full-duplex 2400 to 115200 bit/s Auxiliary - RS232 2400 to 115200 bit/s...

  • Page 166: Physical Features

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL Connector position 0° Connector position 90° PHYSICAL FEATURES Dimensions 95 x 54 x 43 mm (3.7 x 2.1 x 1.7 in.) 75 x 54 x 62 mm (3.0 x 2.1 x 2.4 in.) Weight about 238 g. (8.4 oz.)

  • Page 167: Aalternative Connections

    The connector pinouts and notes given in this appendix are for custom cabling applications. POWER, COM AND I/O CONNECTOR The Matrix 300N reader is equipped with an M12 17-pin male connector for connection to the power supply, serial interfaces and input/output signals. The details of the connector pins are indicated in the following table: Figure 78 –...

  • Page 168: On-Board Ethernet Connector

    RX -/DC+ Received data (-) DC power (+) CAUTION: Matrix 300N PoE models only accept Alternative A (power over RJ45 pins 1, 2, 3, 6), Class 0 power levels. Use an Endspan or Midspan PSE device that supports this configuration (i.e. PoE switch or Power over Ethernet Adapter).
  • Page 169 ALTERNATIVE CONNECTIONS Figure 81 – Matrix 300N PoE PSE Endspan Alternative A Connections OK Figure 82 – Matrix 300N PoE PSE Midspan Alternative A Connections OK Figure 83 – Matrix 300N PoE PSE Endspan Alternative B Connections NOT SUPPORTED...

  • Page 170: Id-Net Network Termination

    MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL Figure 84 – Matrix 300N PoE PSE Midspan Alternative B Connections NOT SUPPORTED CAUTION: For Matrix 300N PoE models, the internal Digital Output circuitry is not powered and supply power is not available to any Input/Output devices (Vdc=0).

  • Page 171: Outputs

    The output signals are fully programmable being determined by the configured Activation/Deactivation events, Deactivation Timeout or a combination of the two. For further details refer to the Help On Line page for the Output Setup step in DL.CODE. Matrix 300N™ USER INTERFACE 9/8/16 Figure 85 - PNP Output Connection Matrix 300N™...
  • Page 172 MATRIX 300N™ REFERENCE MANUAL CAUTION: For NPN output connections, the external interface voltage (Vext) must not exceed the Matrix 300N power supply source voltage (Vdc) otherwise correct output functioning cannot be guaranteed. Matrix 300N™ USER INTERFACE 9/8/16 Figure 87 - Push-Pull Output Connection...

  • Page 173: User Interface - Serial Host

    The following wiring diagram shows a simple test cable including power, external (push- button) trigger and PC RS232 COM port connections. M12 17-pin female 9-pin D-sub female 11 RX Matrix 300N Power Supply Power GND VS (10 – 30 VDC) Trigger Figure 88- Test Cable for Matrix 300N...

  • Page 174: Glossary

    GLOSSARY (Association for Automatic Identification and Mobility): AIM Global is the international trade association representing automatic identification and mobility technology solution providers. AIM DPM Quality Guideline Standard applicable to the symbol quality assessment of direct part marking (DPM) performed in using two-dimensional bar code symbols. It defines modifications to the measurement and grading of several symbol quality parameters.
  • Page 175 Depth of Field The difference between the minimum and the maximum distance of the object in the field of view that appears to be in focus. Diffused Illumination Distributed soft lighting from a wide variety of angles used to eliminate shadows and direct reflection effects from highly reflective surfaces.
  • Page 176 (International Organization for Standardization): A network of the national standards institutes of several countries producing world-wide industrial and commercial standards. LED (Light Emitting Diode) A low power electronic light source commonly used as an indicator light. It uses less power than an incandescent light bulb but more than a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD).

  • Page 177: Index

    CBX Electrical Connections, 61 Mechanical Dimensions, 55 Connector Model Description, 49 COM, I/O and Power, 155 Mounting and Positioning Matrix 300N, 58 On-board Ethernet, 156 Multi Image Acquisition Setups, 135 Diagnostics, 147 On-Board Ethernet Interface, 80 Direct Part Marking Applications, 142...
  • Page 178 Bologna - Italy declares that the MATRIX 300 ; Compact 2D Imager MATRIX 300N ; Compact 2D Imager and all its models are in conformity with the requirements of the European Council Directives listed below: 2004 / 108 / EC EMC Directive...

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