Datalogic Matrix 200 manual

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    MA TRIX 200™ Reference Manual[...]

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    Datalogic Automation S.r.l. Via S. Vitalino 13 40012 - Lippo di Calderara di Reno Bologna - Italy Matrix 200™ Reference Manual Ed.: 08/2008 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Datalogic reserves the right to make modificati ons and improvements without prior notification. Datalogic shall not be lia ble for technical o r edit orial errors or omissions contained h[...]

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    CONTENTS REFERENCES ............................................................................................................ vi Conventions ................................................................................................................. vi Reference Documentation .................................................................[...]

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    4.3.3 ID-NET™ Network Termination .................................................................................. 44 4.4 Auxiliary RS232 Interface ........................................................................................... 44 4.5 Inputs ............................................................................................[...]

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    11 TECHNICAL FEATURES ......................................................................................... 104 GLOSSARY .............................................................................................................. 106 INDEX ........................................................................................................[...]

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    REFERENCES CONVENTIONS This manual uses the following conventions: "User" refers to anyone using a Matrix 200™ reader. "Reader" refers to the Matrix 200™ reader. "You" refers to the System Administrator or Technical Support person using this manual to install, configure, operate, maintain or troubleshoot a Matrix 2[...]

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    COMPLIANCE For installation, use and maintenance it is not necessary to o pen the reader. EMC COMPLIANCE In order to meet the EMC requirements: • connect reader chassis to the plant earth gr ound by means of a flat copper braid shorter than 100 mm; • for CBX connections, connect the pin "Earth" to a good Earth Ground; • for direct c[...]

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    HANDLING The Matrix 200™ 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. • avoid that the readers are dropped (exceeding shock limits). • [...]

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    • 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. ix[...]

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    GENERAL VIEW Matrix 200™ 3 5 4 1 3 2 1 Figure A 1 2 3 5 Mounting Holes (4 ) "POWER ON" LED Device Class L abels Reading W indow 4 HMI X-PRESS™ Interface x[...]

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    RAPID CONFIGURATION 1 1 RAPID CONFIGURATION STEP 1 – CONNECT THE SYSTEM 25-Pin Models To connect the system in a Stand Alone configu ration, you need the hardware indicated in Figure 1. In this layout the data is transmitted to the Host on the main serial interfa ce. Data can also be transmitted on the RS232 auxiliary interface independently from[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 1 CBX100/CBX500 Pinout for Matrix 200™ 25-Pin Models The table below gives the pinout of the CBX100/CBX500 terminal block connectors. Use this pinout when the Matrix 200™ reader is connected by means of the CBX100/CBX500: CBX100/500 Terminal Block Connectors Input Power Outputs Vdc Power Supply Input Voltage + +V [...]

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    RAPID CONFIGURATION 1 25-Pin Connector P inout for Matrix 200™ 25-Pin Models The table below gives the pinout of the 25-pin male D-sub connector for connection to the power supply and input/output signals. Use this pinout when the Matrix 200™ reader is connected by means of the 25-pin connector: 13 25 14 1 Figure 2 - 25-pin Male D-s ub Connecto[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 1 USB Models NOTE Before connecting the reader to the USB Port, Install the USB Virtual COM Port Driver from the Support FilesUSB Virtual COM Port Drivers directory on the VisiSet CD-ROM. The USB Virtual COM Port Driver allows sending serial data using the Matrix 200™ USB port. A different virtual COM Port will be [...]

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    RAPID CONFIGURATION 1 6. From the "Advanced Settings for COMx" dialog: • Expand the "COM Port Number" menu and select a new COM Port number if desired (optional). • Set the "BM Options" -> "Latency Timer" (msec) parameter to 1. You are now ready to use the new COM Port. Matrix 200™ USB models can be [...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 1 STEP 2 – MOUNT AND PO SITION THE READER 1. To mount the Matrix 200™, use the mounting brackets to obtain the most suitable position for the reader. Two of the most common mounting configurations are shown in the figures below. Other mounting solutions are provided in par. 3.3. Tilt Pitch Figure 4 –Positioning [...]

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    RAPID CONFIGURATION 1 3. Refer to the Reading Features table in chp. 7 to determine the distance your reader should be positioned at. NOTE Rapid Configuration of the Matrix 200™ reader can be made either thr ough the X-PRESS™ interface (steps 3-4) which requires no PC connection, or by using the VisiSet™ Autolearning Wizard (steps 5-6). Selec[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 1 STEP 4 – X-PRESS™ CONFIGURATION Onc e M at rix 200™ is po si ti oned with respect to the code (step 3), you can configure it for optimal code reading relative to your application. This configuration can be performed either through the X-PRESS™ Interface or the VisiSet™ configura tion program. Setup 1. Ente[...]

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    RAPID CONFIGURATION 1 STEP 5 – INSTALLING VISISE T™ CONFIGURATION PROGRAM VisiSet ™ is a Datalogic reader configuration tool providing several important advantages: • Autolearning Wizard for rapid configuration and new users; • Defined configuration directly stored in the reader; • Communication protocol independent from the physical in[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 1 Set the communication parameters from the "Options" menu. Then select "Connect", the following window appears: Figure 12 - VisiSet™ Main Win dow After Connection STEP 6 – CONFIGURATION US ING AUTOLEARNING WIZARD The Autolearning Wizard option is advised for rapid configuration or for new user[...]

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    RAPID CONFIGURATION 1 2. Press the "Positioning" button. The reader contin uously acquires images and gives visual feedback in the view image window. Move the reader (or code) to center it. Press the Positioning button again to stop posit ioning. 2 3. Select a Calibration Mode choice and press the "Calibrate" button. The reader [...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 1 4. Select a Code Setting Mode choice and press the "Code Setting" button. The Autolearning Result section of the Autolearning Wizard window shows the code type results and the parameter settings. 4 Autolearning Result 5. Select a Saving Options choice and press the "Save" button. 6. Close the Aut[...]

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    RAPID CONFIGURATION 1 STEP 7 – TEST MODE Use a code suitable to your application to test the reading performance of the system. Alternatively, you can use the Datalogic 1D/2D Test Chart (Code 39, Data Matrix ECC 200). 1. Enter the Test function by pressing and holding the X-PRESS™ push button until the Test LED is on. 2. Release the button to e[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 1 ADVANCED READER CONFIGURATION For further details on advanced product configuration, refer to the VisiSet™ Help On-Line. The following are alternative or advanced reader configuration methods: Advanced Confi guration Using VisiSet™ Advanced configuration can be performed through the VisiSet™ program by selecti[...]

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    INTRODUCTION 2 2 INTRODUCTION 2.1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Matrix 200™ is the new Datalogic 2D reader offering excellent reading performance, ultra compact size and extreme ease of use. Thanks to innovative optical features, advanced software functions and complete connectivity options, Matrix 200™ is the cost effectiv e solution for applications wh[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 2 Matrix 200™ has been developed for use in numerous industries like: Electronics:  PCB Board Tracking  Electronics Product Tracking Pharmaceutical & Chemical:  Medical Devices Traceability  Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing OEM:  Chemical & Biomedical Analysis Machines  Access Cont[...]

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    INTRODUCTION 2 Some of the main features of this reader are given below: • Ultra Compact Dimensions • Direct and 90° window models for smart mounting • Outstanding decoding capability on 1D, 2D, Stacked and Postal symbologies • High performance on dynamic reading applications • X-PRESS™ for easy and intuitive setup • Optical Aiming S[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 2 2.2 INDICATORS AND KEYPAD BUTTON 2 3 4 5 6 1 7 Figure 16 - Indi cators The following LED indicators are located on the reader: PWR blue LED indicates that the reader is conn ected to the power supply (Figu re 16, 1) In normal operating mode the colors and meaning of the five LEDs a re illustrated in the following ta[...]

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    INTRODUCTION 2 2.3 ID-NET™ The ID-NET™ network is a built-in high-speed interface dedicated for high-speed reader interconnection. ID-NET™ is in addition to the Main and Auxiliary serial interfaces. The following network configurations are available:  ID-NET™ M/S Synchronized: Single station – multiple readers ID-NET™ interface allow[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 2  ID-NET™ M/S Multidata: Multiple stations – single reader ID-NET™ interface allows connection of readers reading objects placed on independent conveyors. All readers are typically locat ed far away from each other and they use a dedicated presence sensor. At the end of each reading phase, each reader transm[...]

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    INTRODUCTION 2 7. Configure the other device parameters via VisiSet™ [Operating Mode, Calibration, Data Collection parameters, etc.]. 8. If using the CBX connection box equipped with a BM100 Backup module, perform Device Backup at the Slave. The Slave device is now Configured. Repeat t hese steps for each Slave reader i n the ID- NET™ network. [...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 2 2.4 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: ?[...]

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    INTRODUCTION 2 green green yellow yellow red green green yellow yellow red green green yellow yellow red  Release button to enter Setup Mode  Release button to enter Learn Mode  (cycle) Release button to Exit Test Mode (Function 1) Once entered, the Bar Graph on the five LEDs is activated and if the imager starts readin g codes the Bar-Gra[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 2 Setup (Function 3) Onc e e nt ere d, the im ag er aut om ati ca ll y pe rf or ms Image Acquisition parameter calibration fo r the specific code presented to it. The Setup LED will blink until the procedure is completed. The Setup procedure ends whe n the Image Acq uisition parameters a re successfully saved in the r[...]

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    INTRODUCTION 2 2.6 ACCESSORIES The following accessories can be used with the Matrix 2 00™ reader. Order No. Accessory Description 93A301067 CBX100 Compact Connection Box 93A301068 CBX500 Modular Connection Box 93ACC1808 BM100 Backup Module for CBX100/500 93ACC1809 BM150 Display Module for CBX500 93ACC1810, 93ACC1811 BM300/BM310 Profibus Module S[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 2 Matrix 200™ assures the reading of deformed and / or overprinted codes, even though damaged or printed on high reflective surfaces (see Figures 18, 19, 20). Figure 18 - Unido se Flow-Pack with PDF417 Code Figure 19 - Over printed Barcode Readable by Matrix 200™ also Thro ugh the Envelope Window Film Figure 20 - [...]

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    INTRODUCTION 2 Figure 22 - Dot Peening Marking on Metal Surface w ith Multi-dot per Code Element Figure 23 - Directly Marked Do t Matrix Code Characteriz ed by Outstanding Separation Distan ce between Adjacent Code Elem ents Figure 24 - DataMatrix Code Directl y Marked on PCB Surface by Using Laser Etch ing Technology Figure 25 - Dot Matrix Code Di[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 3 3 INSTALLATION 3.1 PACKAGE CONTENTS Verify that the Matrix 200™ reader and all the parts supplie d with the equipment are present and intact when opening the packaging; the list of parts inclu des:  Matrix 200™ reader  Quick Reference Guide  Test Chart  Matrix family CD-ROM  Mounting Kit • Mount[...]

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    INSTALLATION 3 3.2 MECHANICAL DIMENSIONS Matrix 200™ can be installed to operate in different positions. The four screw holes (M3 x 4) on the body of the reader are for mechanical fixture (Figure 27). The diagram below gives the overall dimensions of the reader and may be used for its installation. Refer to par. 3.3 for various mounting solutions[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 3 64 39 [1.54] [2.52] 2 [0.08] 90° 19 [0.75] 12.5 [0.49] 25 [0.98] 19 [0.75] 60° 30° 12.5 [0.49] 25 [0.98] 60° 30° Ø 6.2 n°3 n ° 4 S L O T 3 . 1 Figure 29 - ST-336 Mounting Br acket Overall Dimensions 38 22 [0.87] [1.50] 2 [0.08] 10 [0.39] 30° 60° 60° 30° n ° 4 S L O T 3 . 1 Ø 6.2 n°2 10 [0.39] 18.5 [0.[...]

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    INSTALLATION 3 3.3 MOUNTING AND POSI TIONING MATRIX 200™ Using the Matrix 200™ mounting brackets you can obtain rotation on the various axes of the reader as shown in the diagrams below: Tilt Pitch Figure 31 –90° Model with ST-337 Mountin g Bracket - Internal Positioning Tilt Pitch Figure 32 –Straight Model with ST -336 Mounting Bracket - [...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 3 Matrix 200™ is able to decode code labels at a variety of angles, however significant angular distortion may degrade reading performance. When mounting Matrix 200™, take into consideration these ideal label position angles: Pitch or Skew 10° to 20° and Tilt 0° . Note: Since Matrix 200™ is omni-directional o[...]

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    CBX ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 4 4 CBX ELECTRICAL CONNECTIO NS All Matrix 200 ™ 25-pin models can be di rectly connected to a CBX connection box. We recommend making system connections through one of the CBX connection boxes since they offer the advantages of easy connection, easy device replacement and filtered reference signals. NOTE If you require[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 4 NOTE To avoid electromagnetic interference when th e reader is connected to a CBX connection box, verify the jum per positions in the CBX as indi cated in its Installation Manual. 4.1 POWER SUPPLY Power can be supplied to the reader through the CBX100/500 spring clamp terminal pins as shown in Figure 37: V+ in Earth[...]

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    CBX ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 4 4.2.1 RS232 Interface The RS232 interface can be used for Point-to-Point, Pass Through or Master/Slave connections. When it is connected to the host computer it allows both tr ansmission of code data and reader configuration by VisiSet™. The following pins are used for RS232 interface connection: CBX100/500 Function T[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 4 4.2.2 RS485 Full-Duplex Interface The RS485 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. The CBX pinout follows: [...]

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    CBX ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 4 4.2.3 RS485 Half-Duplex Interface NOTE This interface is provided for backw ard compatibility. We recommend using the more efficient ID-NET™ network for Master/Slave or Multiplexer layouts. The RS485 half-duplex (3 wires + shield) interface is used for p olled communication protocols. It can be used for Multidrop conn[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 4 Figure 43 - Matrix 200™ Multidrop Connection to a Multiplexer 38[...]

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    CBX ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 4 4.3 ID-NET™ INTERFACE CBX100/500 Function Shield Network Cable Shield ID+ ID-NET™ network + ID- ID-NET™ network - REF Network Reference 4.3.1 ID-NET™ Cables The following instructions are referred to Figure 45, Figure 4 6 and Figure 47. • The general cable type specifications are: CAT5 twisted pair + additiona[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 4 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 240 220 200 180 160 140 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 Response Time (ms) Numbe[...]

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    CBX ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 4 Figure 45 – ID-NET™ Netw ork Connections w ith isolated power blocks 41[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 4 Figure 46 - ID-NET™ Netw ork Connections with Co mmon Power Branch Netw ork 42[...]

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    CBX ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 4 Figure 47 – ID-NET™ Netw ork Connections with Common Power Star Network 43[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 4 4.3.3 ID-NET™ Network Termination The network must be properly terminated in the first and last reader of the network. This is done by setting the ID-NET™ Termination Resistance Switch in the CBX100/500 to ON. 4.4 AUXILIARY RS232 INTERFACE The RS232 auxiliary interface is available for Point-to-Point, Pass Throu[...]

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    CBX ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 4 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: • acquisition trigger in One Shot Mode • reading phase-ON/reading phase-OFF co[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 4 EXTERNAL TRIGGER INPUT CONNECTI ONS USING MATRIX 200™ POWER CAUTION Power is available directly to the Input Device, independently from the Power Supply Switch inside the CBX. (brown) (black) (blue) PH-1 Photocell (PNP) Figure 50 – PH-1 External Trigger Us ing Matrix 200™ Power Power to Input Photocell Sig nal[...]

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    CBX ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 4 CBX100/500 Function +V Power Source - Inputs I2 A Input 2 A (po larity insensit ive) I2 B Input 2 B (po larity insensit ive) -V Power Reference - Inputs INPUT 2 CONNECTIONS USING MATRI X 200™ POWER CAUTION Power is available directly to the Input Device, independently from the Power Supply Switch inside the CBX. Power[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 4 Pulled up to Ex ternal Input Device Power Input Signal Input Device Figure 55 - NPN Input 2 Using Ex ternal Power 4.6 OUTPUTS Two optocoupled general purpose outputs are available. The meaning of the two outputs Output 1 and Output 2 can be defined by the user. They are t ypically used either to signal the data coll[...]

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    CBX ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 4 OUTPUT CONNECTIONS USI NG MATRIX 200™ POWE R CAUTION Power is available directly to the Output Device, independently from the Power Supply Switch inside the CBX. Power to Output Output device Signal Output device Reference Output Device Figure 56 - Open Emitter Output Using Matrix 200™ Power Power to Output device O[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 4 4.7 USER INTERFACE - HOST The following table contains the pinout for standard RS232 PC Host interface. For other user interface types please refer to their own manual. RS232 PC-side connections 1 5 9 6 9-pin male connector 13 25 14 1 25-pin male connect or Pin Name Pin Name 2 RX 3 RX 3 TX 2 TX 5 GND 7 GND 7 RTS 4 R[...]

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    25-PIN CABLE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 5 5 25-PIN CABLE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 5.1 25-PIN CONNECTOR The Matrix 200™ reader is equipped with a 25-pin male D-sub 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: 13 25 14 1 Figure 60 - 25-pin[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 5 5.2 POWER SUPPLY Power is supplied to the reader through the p ins provided on the 25- pin connector (see Figure 61): Earth Ground CHASSIS VGND V+ (10 - 30 Vdc) 13 25 1 Vdc GND CHASSIS POWER SUPPLY Matrix 200™ Figure 61 - Power Supply Connection The allowed supply voltage range is 10 to 30 Vdc. It is recommended t[...]

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    25-PIN CABLE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 5 5.3.1 RS232 Interface The RS232 interface can be used for Point-to-Point, Pass Through or Master/Slave connections. When it is connected to the host computer it allows both tr ansmission of code data and reader configuration by VisiSet™. The following pins of the 25-pin connector are used for RS232 interface [...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 5 5.3.2 RS485 Full-Duplex Interface The RS485 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. The following pins of th[...]

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    25-PIN CABLE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 5 5.3.3 RS485 Half-Duplex Interface NOTE This interface is provided for backw ard compatibility. We recommend using the more efficient ID-NET™ network for Master/Slave or Multiplexer layouts. The RS485 half-duplex (3 wires + shield) inte rface is available for polled communication protocols. It can be used for [...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 5 The figure below shows a multidrop configuration with Matrix 200™ readers connected to a Multiplexer. CA UTIO N This is an example of multidrop wiring. Consult the multiplexer m anual for complete wiring instructions. Figure 67 - Matrix 200™ Multidrop Connection to a Mutiplexer 56[...]

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    25-PIN CABLE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 5 5.4 ID-NET™ INTERFACE Pin Name Function 23 ID+ ID-NET™ network + 24 ID- ID-NET™ network - 7 GND Ground 5.4.1 ID-NET™ Cables The following instructions are referred to Figure 69, Figure 7 0 and Figure 71. • The general cable type specifications are: CAT5 twisted pair + additiona l CAT5 twisted pair, sh[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 5 5.4.2 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 240 220 200 180 160 140 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 Response Time (ms) Numbe[...]

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    25-PIN CABLE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 5 Figure 69 – ID-NET™ Netw ork Connecti ons with isolated power blocks 59[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 5 Figure 70 - ID-NET™ Netw ork Connectio ns with Common Pow er Branch Network 60[...]

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    25-PIN CABLE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 5 Figure 71 – ID-NET™ Netw ork Connectio ns with Common Pow er Star Network 61[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 5 5.4.3 ID-NET™ Network Termination The network must be properly terminated by a 120 Ohm resistor at the first and last r eader of the network. 5.5 AUXILIARY RS232 INTERFACE The RS232 auxiliary interface is available for Point-to-Point, Pass Through or Master/Slave connections. When it is connected to the host compu[...]

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    25-PIN CABLE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 5 5.6 INPUTS There are two optocoupled polarity insensitive inputs available on the 25-pin connector of 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: • acquisition trigger in One Shot Mode • read[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 5 EXTERNAL TRIGGER INPUT PNP PH-1 Vdc GND I1A I1B PNP PH-1 w ires Matrix 200™ 18 19 7 (brown) +10-30 Vdc (black) NO (blue) 0 V V CC ~ ~ + - 9 Figure 73 - PH-1 Phot ocell (PNP) External T rigger Using Matrix 200™ Power EXTERNAL TRIGGER INPUT CONNECTIONS USING MATRIX 200™ POWER EXTERNA L TRIGGER Matrix 200™ 18 1[...]

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    25-PIN CABLE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 5 Matrix 20 0™ EXTERNAL TRIGGER Vext 30 Vd c max. 18 19 Signal V V CC ~ ~ + - I1A I1B Figure 77 - NPN External Trigger Using Exte rnal Power Pin Name Function 9 Vdc Power Supply input voltage + 6 I2A Input 2 A (polarity insen sitive) 10 I2B Input 2 B (polarity insensitive) 7 GND Power Supply input voltage - INP[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 5 INPUT 2 CONNECTIONS USING EXTERNAL POWER Matrix 20 0™ INPUT DEVICE Vext 30 Vdc max. I2A 6 10 I2B V CC ~ ~ + - V Signal Figure 80 - PNP Inpu t 2 Using External Pow er Matrix 20 0™ INPUT DEVICE Vext 30 Vd c max. I2A 6 10 Signal V I2B V CC ~ ~ + - Figure 81 - NPN Input 2 Using Ex ternal Power 5.7 OUTPUTS Two opto-c[...]

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    25-PIN CABLE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 5 The output signals are fully programmable being determined by the configured Activation/Deactivation events, Deactivation Timeout or a combination of the two. Refer to the Digital I/O folder in the VisiSet™ Help On Line for further details. USER INTERFA CE O+ 8/11 22/12 O- Matrix 20 0™ V ext 30 Vdc max. C E[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 5 5.8 USER INTERFACE The following table contains the pinout for standard RS232 PC Host interface. For other user interface types please refer to their own manual. RS232 PC-side connections 1 5 9 6 9-pin male connector 13 25 14 1 25-pin male con nector Pin Name Pin Name 2 RX 3 RX 3 TX 2 TX 5 GND 7 GND 7 RTS 4 RTS 8 CT[...]

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    TYPICAL LAYOUTS 6 6 TYPICAL LAYOUTS The following typical layouts refer to system hardware configurations . However, they also require the correct setup of the software configuration parameters. Dotted lines in the figures refer to optional hardware configurations within the particular layout. 6.1 POINT-TO-POINT In this layout the data is transmitt[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 6 In this layout a single scanner 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. Reader configuration can be accomplished thro ugh the Auxiliary interface using the VisiSet™ configuration p[...]

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    TYPICAL LAYOUTS 6 6.2 PASS-THROUGH Pass-through mode allows two or more devices to be connected to a single external serial interface. Each reader transmits the messages received by the Auxiliary interface onto the Main interface. All messages will be passed through this chain to the host. When One Shot or Phase Mode operating mode is used, the rea[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 6 6.3 ID-NET™ 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. The slave readers are connected together usin g t he ID-NET™ interface. Every slave reader must have an ID-NET?[...]

  • Page 83

    TYPICAL LAYOUTS 6 For a Master/Slave Multidata layout each reader has its own reading phase independent from the others; each single message is sent from the master reader to the Host computer. 1 4 Master Slave#1 Slave#n 2 Terminal 3 Power Host  Main Seri al Interface (RS232 or RS485)  Auxiliary Serial Interf ace (Local Echo) (RS232)  Exte[...]

  • Page 84

    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 6 Alternatively, the Master scanner can communicate to the Host as a Slave node on a Fieldbus network. This requires using an acce ssory Fieldbus interface board installed inside the CBX500 connection box. System configuration can be accomplished through the Auxiliary interface of the Master reader (internal CBX500 9-[...]

  • Page 85

    TYPICAL LAYOUTS 6 6.4 RS232 MASTER/SLAVE NOTE This interface is provided for backw ard compatibility. We recommend using the more efficient ID-NET™ network for Master/Slave or Multiplexer layouts. The RS232 master/sla ve connection is used to col lect data from several readers t o build either a multi-point or a multi-sided rea ding system; there[...]

  • Page 86

    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 6 6.5 MULTIPLEXER NOTE This interface is provided for backw ard compatibility. We recommend using the more efficient ID-NET™ network for Master/Slave or Multiplexer layouts. Each reader is connected to a Multiplexer (for example MX4000) with the RS485 half-duplex main interface through a CBX connection box. Before p[...]

  • Page 87

    TYPICAL LAYOUTS 6 6.6 USB CONNECTION (MATRIX 200 XXX-X2X MODELS ONLY) For Matrix 200 XXX-020 models, the USB connection is possible in two different layouts. The default baud rate is 115200. To maximize data transfer you can set it up to 921600 by configuring the reader though the Communication parameters via VisiSet™. For further details, see th[...]

  • Page 88

    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 78 7 7 READING FEATURES Reading Distance (3) mm (in) MODELS Focus Distance mm (in) Field of View (1) mm (in) PPI (2) Typ . Linear and Stacked Code Resolution mm (mils) 2D Code Resolution mm (mils) min. max. Max. 0.13 (5) 41 (1.61) 54 (2.13) Matrix 200 211-xxx 45 (1.77) 35 × 22 (1.38 × 0.87) 546 0.10 (4) Typ . 0.19 ([...]

  • Page 89

    READING FEATURES 7 7.1 MAXIMUM LINE SPEED CALCULATION The Exposure Time (or Shutter ) parameter defines the time during which the image will b e exposed to the reader sensor to be acquired. This parameter depends heavily on the environmental conditions (external lighting, image contrast etc.). In general, a longer time corresponds to a lighter imag[...]

  • Page 90

    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 7 The Internal Lighting Mode parameter allows to set the operating mode of the internal lighting system. The possible values are: • Disabled : the built-in lighting system is turned off all the time. This option can be useful only if external lighting is sufficient; • Always ON : the built-in lighting system is tu[...]

  • Page 91

    SOFTWARE CONFIGURA TION 8 8 SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION Software configuration of your Matrix 200™ 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 confi guration program) or by using the VisiSet™ Autolearning Wizard for easy setup. T[...]

  • Page 92

    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 8 8.3 STARTUP After completing the mechanical and electrical connections to Matrix 200™, you can begin software configuration as follows: 1. Power on the Matrix 200™ reader. Wait for the reader startup. The system bootstrap requires a few seconds to be completed. The reader automatically enters Run Mode. 2. Run th[...]

  • Page 93

    SOFTWARE CONFIGURA TION 8 8.3.1 VisiSet™ Options The Options item from the VisiSet™ menu (see Figure 96) presents a window allowing you to configure: − the logging function ( Log ) − VisiSet™ window properties ( Environment ) − VisiSet™ communication channel ( Communication ) Figure 97 - Options - Log Figure 98 - Options - Environment[...]

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    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 8 Figure 99 - Options – Communication 84[...]

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    SOFTWARE CONFIGURA TION 8 8.4 CONFIGURATION Once connected to Matrix 200™ as described in par. 8.3, you can modif y the configuration parameters as follows: 1. Press the Calibration Tool button f rom the Main Menu. Matrix 200™ will download its permanent memory configuration parameters with the default values (if it is the first time) to VisiSe[...]

  • Page 96

    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 8 8.4.1 Edit Reader Parameters The Parameter Setup window displays the configuration parameters grouped in a series of folders. Each parameter can be modified by selecting a different item from the prescribed list in the box , or by typing new values directly into the parameter box . By right clicking the mouse when p[...]

  • Page 97

    SOFTWARE CONFIGURA TION 8 Parameters to verify/modify:  Operating Mode Sets the parameters which customize the reader operating mode starting from three main modes: One Shot: acquires a single image based on the selected value for the Acquisition Trigger and Acquisition Trigger Delay. Continuous: continuously acquires images with a rate up to th[...]

  • Page 98

    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 8 When all the configuration parameters are set correctly, save them to the Matrix 200™ reader by pressing the Send button. See Figure 100. For successive configuration of other readers or for backu p/archive copies, it is possible to save the configuration onto your PC by selecting the Save Configuration File optio[...]

  • Page 99

    SOFTWARE CONFIGURA TION 8 Environmental Parameters regard the device Identity and Position in a Network (ID-NET™, Master/Slave RS232, MUX 32) and are not infl uenced by the "Send Default Configuration" and "Send Configuration" commands. This allows individual devices to be configured differently without affecting their recogni[...]

  • Page 100

    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 8 For device replacement it is necessary to se nd the previously saved configuration (both Configuration and Environmental parameters) to the new device. To do this select "Send Configuration with Options" from the Device Menu and check the Environmental Parameters checkbox: In order to return a device to it[...]

  • Page 101

    SOFTWARE CONFIGURA TION 8 8.4.3 Calibration VisiSet™ provides a Calibration Tool to maximize the reading performance by tuning the acquisition parameters and the time of the delayed triggers. By selecting the Calibration Tool from the VisiSet™ Main Menu ( F ), the following window appears together with the Parameter Setup window: Figure 101 - C[...]

  • Page 102

    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 8 The following examples show some of the typical conditions occurring during the inst allation: Under-exposure: To correct this result it is recommended to chan ge the following parameters in their order of appearance: 1. increase the Exposure Time 2. increase the Gain NOTE In general, a longer exposure time correspo[...]

  • Page 103

    SOFTWARE CONFIGURA TION 8 Over-exposure: To correct this result it is recommended to chan ge the following parameters in their order of appearance: 1. decrease the Gain 2. decrease the Exposure Time Figure 103 - Example O ver Exposure: Too L ight 93[...]

  • Page 104

    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 8 Moving code out of the Field of View: To correct this result and have the code completely visible in F.O.V., it is possible to follow one or both the procedures listed below: • reposition the reader • use the Acquisition Trigger Delay by tuning the Delay Time (x100 µ s) Figure 104 - Exampl e out of FOV 94[...]

  • Page 105

    SOFTWARE CONFIGURA TION 8 8.4.4 Multi Image Acquisition Settings When controlled variable conditions occur in the application, Multiple Image Acquisition Settings (up to 10), can be defined to create a database of parameter groups tha t handle each specific application condition. This database of pre-de fined settings functions cyclically and there[...]

  • Page 106

    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 8 8.4.6 Region Of Interest Windowing In order to satisfy very high throughput applications, higher frame rates can be achieved using the powerful Region Of Interest Windowing parameters in the Calibration parameter setup menu. Region Of Interest Windowing allows defining a region or window within the reader FOV. The T[...]

  • Page 107

    SOFTWARE CONFIGURA TION 8 8.4.7 Direct Part Marking Applications Decoding Method: Direct Marking For DataMatrix and QR code the Decoding Method parameter selects the decoding algorithm according to the printing/marking technique used to create the symbol and on the overall printing/marking quality. The Direct Marking selection improves the decode r[...]

  • Page 108

    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 8 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 Setting . The Erode Filter enlarges the image dark zones to i[...]

  • Page 109

    SOFTWARE CONFIGURA TION 8 8.5 IMAGE CAPTURE AND DECODING By using the Capture Image and Decode Last Image functions fro m the VisiSet™ Main menu, you can get info rmation about the imag e decodable codes in terms of Symb ology, encoded Data, Position and Orientati on, Decode Time and Code Quality Assess ment Metrics. Figure 105 - Captu re and Dec[...]

  • Page 110

    Matrix 400™ Reference Manual 5 9 MAINTENANCE 9.1 CLEANING Clean the reading window (see Figure A, 1) periodically for continued correct operation of the reader. Dust, dirt, etc. on the window may alter the reading performance. Repeat the operation frequently in particularly dirty environments. Use soft material and alcohol to clean the window and[...]

  • Page 111

    TROUBLESHOOTING 10 10 TROUBLESHOOTING 10.1 GENERAL GUIDELINES • When wiring the device, pay care ful attention to the signal name (acronym) on the CBX100/500 spring clamp connectors (chp. 4). If you are connecting directly to the Mat ri x 2 00 ™ 25-pin male D-sub connector p ay at ten ti on to the pi n n umb er o f t he si gnals (chp. 5). • I[...]

  • Page 112

    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 10 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Suggestion One Shot or Phase Mode using serial trigger source: the ”TRIGGER” LED is not blinking. • In the Operating Mode folder check the settings for Reading Phase-ON, Acquisition Trigger and Reading Phase-OFF parameters. • Are the COM port parameters ( Baud Rate, Parity, Dat[...]

  • Page 113

    TROUBLESHOOTING 10 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Suggestion Communication: data transferred to the host are incorrect, corrupted or incomplete. • Are the host serial port settings the same as the reader serial port settings? • In VisiSet ™ Communication folder check the settings of Header and Terminator String parameters. • In VisiSet™ Da[...]

  • Page 114

    MATRIX 200™ REFERENCE MANUAL 104 11 11 TECHNICAL FEATURES ELECTRICAL FEATURES Matrix 200 21x-x0x models Matrix 200 21x-x2x models Power Supply Voltage 10 to 30 Vdc 5 Vdc Consumption 0.32 to 0.12 A, 3.6 W max. 0.5 A, 2.5 W max. 0.29 to 0.10 A, 3.0 W typ. 0.4 A, 2.0 W typ. Communication Interfaces Main - RS232 - RS485 full-duplex - RS485 half-duple[...]

  • Page 115

    TECHNICAL FEATURES 11 SOFTWARE FEATURES Readable Code Symbologi es 1-D and stacked 2-D POSTAL • PDF417 Standard and Micro PDF417 • Code 128 (EAN 128) • Data Matrix ECC 200 (Standard and Direct Marking) • Australia Post • Royal Mail 4 State Customer • Code 39 (Standard and Full ASCII) • Interleaved 2 of 5 • QR Code (Standard and Dire[...]

  • Page 116

    GLOSSARY AIM (Association for Automatic Identification and Mobility): AIM Global is the international trade association representing automatic identificat ion 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 [...]

  • Page 117

    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 a nd direct reflection effects from highly reflective surfaces. Direct Part Mark (DPM) A symbol marked on a[...]

  • Page 118

    ISO (International Organization for Standardization): A network of the national standards institutes of several countries producing world-wide industria l 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 Li[...]

  • Page 119

    INDEX 2 25-Pin Connector; 51 25-Pin Direct Connections; 51 A Accessories; 25 Application Examples; 25 Auxiliary RS232 Interface; 44; 62 C Calibration; 91 CBX Electrical Connections; 33 Compliance; vii E Edit Reader Parameters; 86 G General View; x Glossary; 106 H Handling; viii I ID-NET™; 72 ID-NET™ Cables; 39; 57 ID-NET™ Interface; 39; 57 ID[...]

  • Page 120

    DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 08 Datalogic Automation S.r.l. Via S. Vitalino 13 40012 - Lippo di Calderara Bologna - Italy dichiara che declares that the déclare que le bescheinigt, daß das Gerät declare que el Matrix 2XX YYY-ZZZ e tutti i suoi modelli and all its models et tous ses modèles und seine Modelle y todos sus modelos sono conformi alle D[...]

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