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DX6400

Reference Manual

Datalogic Automation S.r.l. Via S. Vitalino 13 40012 - Lippo di Calderara di Reno Bologna - Italy

DX6400 Reference Manual

Ed.: 10/2007

Datalogic shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein, nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the use of this material.

Product names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks and or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

02/10/07

REFERENCES .............................................................................................................v

Reference Documentation............................................................................................ v

Services and Support ...................................................................................................v

Patents.......................................................................................................................... v

COMPLIANCE.............................................................................................................vi

Electrical Safety........................................................................................................... vi

Laser Safety................................................................................................................. vi

Power Supply...............................................................................................................vii

CE Compliance...........................................................................................................viii

WEEE Compliance .....................................................................................................viii

GENERAL VIEW..........................................................................................................x

GUIDE TO INSTALLATION ....................................................................................... xii

Point-to-Point Installation.............................................................................................xii

Master/Slave Lonworks Installation ............................................................................xiii

1 INTRODUCTION ..........................................................................................................1

1.1 Product Description ......................................................................................................1

1.2 Applications ..................................................................................................................2

1.3 Model Description.........................................................................................................3

1.4 Indicators ......................................................................................................................3

1.5 Accessories ..................................................................................................................4

2 INSTALLATION ...........................................................................................................5

2.1 Package Contents ........................................................................................................5

2.2 Mechanical Mounting....................................................................................................6

2.2.1 Mounting the Scanner...................................................................................................6

2.2.2 Mounting the Scanner with Accessories.......................................................................8

2.3 Electrical Connections ..................................................................................................9

2.3.1 Main/Aux. Serial Interface and I/O Connector ............................................................11

Main Interface.............................................................................................................12

Auxiliary Interface .......................................................................................................14

Inputs..........................................................................................................................15

Outputs .......................................................................................................................17

2.3.2 Lonworks Input/Output Connector..............................................................................20

Network Termination...................................................................................................21

Lonworks Interface .....................................................................................................21

2.3.3 Ethernet Connector.....................................................................................................23

Ethernet Interface .......................................................................................................24

2.3.4 Power Supply..............................................................................................................25

2.4 User Interface .............................................................................................................26

2.5 Typical Layouts...........................................................................................................27

2.5.1 Point-to-Point..............................................................................................................27

2.5.2 Pass Through .............................................................................................................29

2.5.3 RS232 Master/Slave...................................................................................................30

2.5.4 Multiplexer ..................................................................................................................32

2.5.5 Local Lonworks Network.............................................................................................33

Small Synchronized Network......................................................................................34

Large Synchronized Network...................................................................................... 36

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Multidata Network.......................................................................................................37

2.5.6 Fieldbus Network........................................................................................................38

2.6 DX6400 FLASH™ Dynamic Focus.............................................................................39

2.6.1 Fixed Mode.................................................................................................................39

2.6.2 Continuous Mode........................................................................................................ 39

2.6.3 Triggered Mode ..........................................................................................................40

2.6.4 D-FLASH™ Mode.......................................................................................................40

2.7 Keypad and Display....................................................................................................41

2.7.1 Internal Net .................................................................................................................41

2.7.2 Test Mode...................................................................................................................42

3 SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION................................................................................43

3.1 Genius™ Installation...................................................................................................43

3.2 Guide to Rapid Configuration .....................................................................................43

3.2.1 Wizard for Quick Reader Setup..................................................................................43

Test Operating Mode..................................................................................................44

On Line Operating Mode ............................................................................................45

Automatic Operating Mode.........................................................................................45

3.2.2 Genius™ Network Setup Through Master..................................................................46

Net-Autoset.................................................................................................................48

Express Network Setup ..............................................................................................48

Network Wizard ..........................................................................................................49

3.2.3 Alternative Slave Address Assignment.......................................................................51

3.3 Advanced Genius™ Configuration .............................................................................51

3.4 Parameter Default Values...........................................................................................52

4 READING FEATURES...............................................................................................56

4.1 Advanced Code Reconstruction (ACR™ 4)................................................................ 56

4.1.1 Tilt Angle for Advanced Code Reconstruction............................................................56

4.2 PackTrack™ ...............................................................................................................57

4.2.1 PackTrack™ Calibration for DX6400..........................................................................59

Scanner Direction .......................................................................................................60

4.2.2 Overwriting PackTrack™ Calibration for DX6400....................................................... 62

4.3 Performance ...............................................................................................................63

4.4 Reading Conditions ....................................................................................................64

4.5 Reading Diagrams......................................................................................................65

5 MAINTENANCE .........................................................................................................67

5.1 Cleaning......................................................................................................................67

5.2 Automatic Scanner Replacement ...............................................................................67

5.2.1 ASR Network Configuration........................................................................................67

5.2.2 Scanner Replacement Procedure............................................................................... 68

6 TROUBLESHOOTING ...............................................................................................69

7 TECHNICAL FEATURES........................................................................................... 72

GLOSSARY................................................................................................................ 74

INDEX.........................................................................................................................77

REFERENCES

REFERENCE DOCUMENTATION

The documentation related to the DX6400 management is listed below:

• C-BOX 100 Installation Manual

• INT-30 20 mA Current Loop Interface Board for C-BOX 100

• PWR series power supply unit Installation Manuals

• PWO power supply unit Installation Manual

• SC6000 Controller Reference Manual

• Document about the Ethernet connectivity

• Help On-Line in PDF format

SERVICES AND SUPPORT

Datalogic provides several services as well as technical support through its website. Log on to www.automation.datalogic.com and click on the including:

•

PRODUCTS

links indicated for further information

Search through the links to arrive at your product page where you can download specific

Manuals and Software & Utilities including:

- Genius™ a utility program, which allows device configuration using a PC. It provides

RS232 interface configuration.

SERVICES & SUPPORT

•

Datalogic Services – Warranty Extensions and Maintenance Agreements

Authorised Repair Centres

•

E-mail form and listing of Datalogic Subsidiaries

PATENTS

This product is covered by one or more of the following patents:

U.S. patents: 5,483,051; Re. 36,251; 6,049,406; 5,992,740; 6,347,740B1; 6,629,639B2; 6,394,352B1; 6,742,710B2; 7,161,685B1; 6,688,524B1; 6,443,360 B1; 7,195,162B2.

European patents: 652,530B1; 786,734B1; 789,315B1; 851,376B1; 1,363,228B1; 959,426B9; 1,300,798B1.

Additional patents pending.

COMPLIANCE

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

This product conforms to the applicable requirements contained in the European Standard for electrical safety EN-60950-1 at the date of manufacture.

This symbol refers to operations that must be performed by qualified personnel only. Example: opening the device.

WARNING

LASER SAFETY

The following information is provided to comply with the rules imposed by international authorities and refers to the correct use of the DX6400 readers.

Standard Regulations

This scanner utilizes up to 2 low-power laser diodes. Although staring directly at the laser beam momentarily causes no known biological damage, avoid staring at the beam as one would with any very strong light source, such as the sun.

Avoid that the laser beam hits the eye of an observer, even through reflective surfaces such as mirrors, etc.

This product conforms to the applicable requirements of both EN60825-1 and CDRH 21 CFR1040 at the date of manufacture. The reader is classified as a Class 2 laser product according to EN60825-1 regulations and as a Class II laser product according to CDRH regulations.

Disconnect the power supply when opening the device during maintenance or installation to avoid exposure to hazardous laser light.

There is a safety device, which allows the laser to be switched on only if the motor is rotating above the threshold for its correct scanning speed.

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in exposure to hazardous visible laser light.

WARNING

The laser light is visible to the human eye and is emitted from the window on the head of the reader (Figure A, 7).

Warning labels indicating exposure to laser light and the device classification are applied onto the head of the reader (Figure A, 1 & 3):

LASER RADIATION IS EMITTED FROM THIS APERTURE

AVOID EXPOSURE

Laser Safety Label for Oscillating Mirror and Standard Models

AVOID EXPOSURE – LASER LIGHT

IS EMITTED FROM THIS APERTURE

CAUTION-CLASS 3B

LASER LIGHT WHEN OPEN

AVOID EXPOSURE

TO BEAM

LASER LIGHT – DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM

CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT

MAX. OUTPUT RADIATION 1 mW

EMITTED WAVE LENGTH 630 ~ 680 nm

EN60825-1:2001

Warning and Device Class Label

The identification label is applied onto the bottom part of the scanner (Figure A, 2):

DATALOGIC S.p.A. Via Candini, 2 40012 LIPPO DI CALDERARA DI RENO (BO) ITALY MANUFACTURED VOLT Amp. JANUARY 2002 15-30 DC 1.2-0.6 MODEL No.

SERIAL No.

This product conforms to the applicable requirements of 21CFR 1040 at the date of manufacture.

Device Identification Label

N2468

The laser diode used in this device is classified as a Class 3B laser product according to EN60825-1 regulations and as a Class IIIb laser product according to CDRH regulations. Any violation of the optic parts in particular can cause radiation up to the maximum level of the laser diode (35 mW at 630~680 nm).

POWER SUPPLY

- This product is intended to be installed by Qualified Personnel only.

- All DX6400 Models:

This device is intended to be supplied by a UL Listed Power Unit marked “Class 2” or LPS power source, which supplies power directly to the scanner via the 25/26-pin connector.

This scanner must be supplied by a Class II Power Supply Unit conforming to the EN 60950 safety regulation.

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CE COMPLIANCE

Warning:

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

WEEE COMPLIANCE

ENGLISH

Information for the user in accordance with the European Commission Directive 2002/96/EC

At the end of its useful life, the product marked with the crossed out wheeled wastebin must be disposed of separately from urban waste.

Disposing of the product according to this Directive:

• avoids potentially negative consequences to the environment and human health which otherwise could be caused by incorrect disposal

• enables the recovery of materials to obtain a significant savings of energy and resources.

For more detailed information about disposal, contact the supplier that provided you with the product in question or consult the dedicated section at the website www.automation.datalogic.com.

ITALIANO

Informazione degli utenti ai sensi della Direttiva Europea 2002/96/EC

L’apparecchiatura che riporta il simbolo del bidone barrato deve essere smaltita, alla fine della sua vita utile, separatamente dai rifiuti urbani.

Smaltire l’apparecchiatura in conformità alla presente Direttiva consente di:

• evitare possibili conseguenze negative per l’ambiente e per la salute umana che potrebbero invece essere causati dall’errato smaltimento dello stesso;

• recuperare materiali di cui è composto al fine di ottenere un importante risparmio di energia e di risorse.

Per maggiori dettagli sulle modalità di smaltimento, contattare il Fornitore dal quale è stata acquistata l’apparecchiatura o consultare la sezione dedicata sul sito www.automation.datalogic.com.

DEUTSCH

Benutzerinformation bezüglich Richtlinie 2002/96/EC der europäischen Kommission

Am Ende des Gerätelebenszyklus darf das Produkt nicht über den städtischen Hausmüll entsorgt werden. Eine entsprechende Mülltrennung ist erforderlich.

Beseitigung des Produkts entsprechend der Richtlinie:

• verhindert negative Auswirkungen für die Umwelt und die Gesundheit der Menschen

• ermöglicht die Wiederverwendung der Materialien und spart somit Energie und Resourcen

Weitere Informationen zu dieser Richtlinie erhalten Sie von Ihrem Lieferanten, über den Sie das Produkt erworben haben, oder besuchen Sie unsere Homepage unter www.automation.datalogic.com.

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FRANÇAIS

Information aux utilisateurs concernant la Directive Européenne 2002/96/EC

Au terme de sa vie utile, le produit qui porte le symbole d'un caisson à ordures barré ne doit pas être éliminé avec les déchets urbains.

Éliminer ce produit selon cette Directive permet de:

• éviter les retombées négatives pour l'environnement et la santé dérivant d'une élimination incorrecte

• récupérer les matériaux dans le but d'une économie importante en termes d'énergie et de ressources

Pour obtenir des informations complémentaires concernant l'élimination, veuillez contacter le fournisseur auprès duquel vous avez acheté le produit ou consulter la section consacrée au site Web www.automation.datalogic.com.

ESPAÑOL

Información para el usuario de accuerdo con la Directiva Europea 2002/96/CE

Al final de su vida útil, el producto marcado con un simbolo de contenedor de bassura móvil tachado no debe eliminarse junto a los desechos urbanos.

Eliminar este producto de accuerdo con la Directiva permite de:

• evitar posibles consecuencias negativas para el medio ambiente y la salud derivadas de una eliminación inadecuada

• recuperar los materiales obteniendo así un ahorro importante de energía y recursos

Para obtener una información más detallada sobre la eliminación, por favor, póngase en contacto con el proveedor donde lo compró o consultar la sección dedicada en el Web site www.automation.datalogic.com.

GENERAL VIEW

DX6400

Figure A – DX6400

Laser Safety Label Identification Label

Warning and Device Class Label

Service Cap

Connector Panel Display and Keypad Panel

Laser Beam Output Window

Figure B – Display and Keypad Panel

Programming Keypad

TX Data LED

Phase On LED

Power On LED

LCD Display

Figure C – Connector Panel for Master/Slave Models

Main/Aux. Interface 25-pin D-Sub male connector

Lonworks 9-pin male connector

Lonworks 9-pin female connector

Figure D – Connector Panel for Ethernet Models

Main/Aux. Interface 26-pin D-Sub male connector

RJ45 modular connector for Ethernet Interface

Lonworks 9-pin female connector

GUIDE TO INSTALLATION

POINT-TO-POINT INSTALLATION

The following can be used as a checklist to verify all the steps necessary to complete installation of the DX6400 scanner.

1) Read all information in the section “Safety Precautions” at the beginning of this manual.

2) Correctly mount the scanner according to the information in par. 2.2 and position the reader at the correct reading distance according to the reading diagrams in par. 4.5.

3) Make electrical connections to your DX6400 scanner by:

a) Connecting the DX6400 scanner to the C-BOX 100 by means of one of the cables

provided as accessory (see par. 1.5).

b) Providing correct and complete system cabling through the C-BOX 100 according to

the signals (trigger, inputs, outputs) necessary for the layout of your application.

• Layout: Point-to-Point, RS232 Master/Slave, Lonworks, Fieldbus. See sub-

paragraphs under 2.5 for reference.

• Cabling: Power, Main Serial Interface – RS232, RS485 Half Duplex, RS485 Full

Duplex, 20 mA Current Loop, Auxiliary Interface, Inputs, Outputs, etc -. For further details, see all sub-paragraphs under par. 2.3.

4) Configure the DX6400 scanner by installing and running the Genius™ configuration program from the CD-ROM provided. The main steps are:

• Select the codes to be read

• Set-up the communication parameters

• When PackTrack™ is required, set the PS Offset and Position parameters

• Define data formatting parameters

Fine tuning of the scanner position for barcode reading can be accomplished by performing a test through the SPY configuration tool

NOTE

in Genius™.

5) Exit the configuration program and run your application.

The installation is now complete.

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MASTER/SLAVE LONWORKS INSTALLATION

The following can be used as a checklist to verify all the steps necessary to complete installation of the DX6400 scanner in a Master/Slave Lonworks network.

1) Read all information in the section “Safety Regulations” at the beginning of this manual.

2) Correctly mount the scanner according to the information in par. 2.2 and position it at the correct reading distance as shown in par. 4.5.

3) Make electrical connections to your DX6400 scanner by:

a) Connecting the DX6400 Master scanner to the C-BOX 100 by means of one of the

cables provided as accessory (see par. 1.5).

b) Correctly inserting the BTK-6000 terminator in the DX6400 Master reader according

to the information given under “Local Lonworks Network” in par. 2.3.2 and par. 2.5.5.

c) Completing the system wiring adding as many slave scanners as required by your

system layout (refer to par. 2.5.5).

d) Correctly inserting the BTK-6000 terminator in the last DX6400 Slave reader of the

network according to the information given under “Local Lonworks Network” in par.

2.3.2 and par. 2.5.5.

4) Install and run the Genius™ configuration program from the CD-ROM provided. Configure the Local Lonworks Network using one of the procedures given below:

a) Configure the entire network through the Master as described in par. 3.2.2. b) Configure the Master as described in par. 3.2.2 and locally define each slave scanner

address as described in par. 3.2.3.

c) Define each scanner, master and slaves (with their addresses), by using the scanner

keypad according to the information given in par. 2.7.1.

5) Configure the Master scanner through the Genius™ program. The main steps are:

• Select the codes to be read

• Set-up the communication parameters

• When PackTrack™ is required, perform PackTrack™ calibration, see par. 4.2.1.

• Define data formatting parameters

6) Configure each Slave scanner through the Master scanner using Genius™. The main steps are:

• Select the codes to be read

• When PackTrack™ is required, perform PackTrack™ calibration, see par. 4.2.1.

Fine tuning of the scanner position for barcode reading can be accomplished by performing a test through the SPY configuration tool

NOTE

in Genius™.

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7) Send the configuration to the Master.

8) Optionally, perform the ASR Network Configuration procedure for system backup purposes (see par. 5.2.1).

9) Exit the configuration program and run your application.

The installation is now complete.

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INTRODUCTION

1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The DX6400 is a high performance laser scanner in a complete range of industrial bar code readers offering an innovative and modular solution in terms of reading performance, connectivity and maintenance, in addition to a completely new hardware and software platform.

The DX6400 has been specifically designed for simple installation, easy use and flexibility. An innovative mechanical design together with the Datalogic patent pending Step-a-Head independently from each other. Step-a-Head the ideal position, by modifying the orientation of the connector panel while leaving the laser window in the desired position. The need for space is minimized and installation is easier.

The DX6400 has an innovative linear motor designed to control the focus position of the scanner via software. This dynamic system, called FLASH position rail to rail, from the minimum position to the maximum position, in less than 10 msec. In typical applications, where a DOF <1 meter is required, the focus position is adjusted in 4 msec.

The DX6400 can read all most popular barcodes even in the most difficult conditions, thanks to a new generation decoder with Intel XScale CPU and code reconstruction technology (ACR™ 4).

Great attention has been given to built-in connectivity for market standards. Lonworks, and Ethernet bus have been integrated in dedicated versions of the decoder base.

Some of the main features of DX6400 are listed below:

• scanning speed up to 750 scans/sec per scan line (total 1500 scans/sec);

• 2 serial communication interfaces

• reading all popular codes;

• supply voltage from 15 to 30 Vdc;

• electrical connection through connectors;

• high speed Lonworks connectivity for Master/Slave layout;

• built-in connectivity for Ethernet;

• programmable in 5 different operating modes to suit the most various barcode reading

system requirements;

• light source: solid state laser diode; the light emitted has a wavelength between 630~680nm.

• IP64 protection class of the enclosure (for Master/Slave models).

feature make it possible to rotate the reader head and the decoder base

enables the DX6400 to always be installed in

TM,

is able to move the focus

DX6400

1.2 APPLICATIONS

The DX6400 barcode reader is specifically designed for industrial applications and for all cases requiring high reading performance such as:

• omni-directional reading

• code reconstruction

• reading of codes covered by plastic film

• reading of codes with a wide depth of field

• reading of high resolution codes positioned at medium distances from the reader

• code reading on fast moving objects

DX6400 is designed for both single-reader layouts and multi-reader layouts. For typical layouts see paragraph 2.5.

Feature

Modular solution with separated head and base and Step-a-Head

feature

Reading on pallets or big objects where a large reading distance / wide reading field are needed

Reading parcels on conveyors • DX6400 implements the Packtrack

Master working as a multiplexer on a high speed Lonworks bus

Genius™ Configurator SW • Reduced learning time, with an easy wizard

Benefit

• Possibility to select the combination of head and

base that best fits the needs of the application.

• Great scalability of the offer.

• Down time cost reduction, since the decoder base

works even if the head has been removed.

• Easy maintenance. In case of replacement of the

head, all the configuration parameters are stored in the base, and the scanner is automatically configured.

• Easy installation with the minimum room needed.

• DX6400 with FLASH

dynamic focusing system.

functionality, which leads to an increase of the plant production as a result of the augmented system throughput.

• Great competitiveness of the offer, since the cost

of an external multiplexer is saved.

• High data transfer on a industrial, reliable bus

running at 1,2 Mbit/sec.

approach.

• Multilanguage platform.

• All the configuration parameters stored into the

scanner.

• Not dependent on the Physical interface.

INTRODUCTION

1.3 MODEL DESCRIPTION

The DX6400 scanner is available in versions that differ in regard to the Decoder Model (Base):

DX6400 - 100 - 0YY

Decoder Model (Base)

10 = Master/Slave 12 = Ethernet

1.4 INDICATORS

The DX6400 decoder base provides an LCD display for system messages and configuration menus. The three keys present on the side of the display allow configuration menu navigation (Figure B, 1). See par. 2.7 for details. The three LED indicators have the following functions:

POWER ON PHASE ON TX DATA

(red) Indicates the reader is turned on (Figure B, 4). (yellow) Indicates the external presence sensor is active (Figure B, 3). (green) Indicates the main serial interface is operating correctly during

data transmission (Figure B, 2).

DX6400

1.5 ACCESSORIES

The following accessories are available on request for DX6400:

Name Description Part Number

BTK-6000 CAB-6001 25-pin scanner to C-BOX100 cable 1 m 93A051190 CAB-6002 25-pin scanner to C-BOX100 cable 2 m 93A051200 CAB-6005 25-pin scanner to C-BOX100 cable 5 m 93A051210 CAB-6010 25-pin scanner to C-BOX100 cable 10 m 93A051271 CAB-6011 26-pin scanner to C-BOX100 cable 1 m (Ethernet version) 93A051221 CAB-6012 26-pin scanner to C-BOX100 cable 2 m (Ethernet version) 93A051222 CAB-6015 26-pin scanner to C-BOX100 cable 5 m (Ethernet version) 93A051223 CAB-6101 CAB-6102 9-pin scanner/scanner connection cable 2 m CAB-6105 9-pin scanner/scanner connection cable 5 m 93A051240 CAB-6112 9-pin scanner to scanner no power cable 2 m 93A051224 CAB-6115 9-pin scanner to scanner no power cable 5 m 93A051225 CAB-6305 25-pin power cable Fam 6k 5 m 93ACC1768 CAB-6310 25-pin power cable Fam 6k 10 m 93ACC1752 CAB-6502 Fam 6K-8K cross cable 2.5 m 93A051288 CAB-6505 Fam 6K-8K cross cable 5 m 93A051289 C-BOX 100 C-BOX 300 C-BOX 310 C-BOX 400 C-BOX 410 FBK-6000 Fast bracket kit (2 pcs) 93ACC1721 INT-30 20 m.A. C.L. interface board for C-BOX 100 93A151022 PH-1 Photocell kit – PNP 93ACC1791 MEP-543 Photocell kit – NPN 93ACC1728 PG6002 PG6001 PG6000 Single unit power supply (EU) 93ACC1720 PWR-120 PWR-240 PWR-480 OEK-2 OEK-1

Bus terminator kit (5 pcs) 93ACC1710

9-pin scanner/scanner connection cable 1 m

Passive connection box 93ACC1510 Profibus-DP connection box 93A301000 Profibus-DP connection box with display 93A301030 Devicenet connection box 93A301010 Devicenet connection box with display 93A301040

Single unit power supply (US) 93ACC1718 Single unit power supply (UK) 93ACC1719

J-box power unit 110/230 VAC 24 V 120 W J-box power unit 110/230 VAC 24 V 240 W J-box power unit 110/230 VAC 24 V 480 W Optical encoder (10 m cable + spring) Optical encoder kit + 10 m

93A051220 93A051230

93ACC1530 93ACC1070 93ACC1080 93ACC1770 93ACC1600

INSTALLATION

2 INSTALLATION

To install the system follow the given procedure:

1. Select the mounting location for DX6400;

2. Mount the DX6400 scanner;

3. Position the scanner with respect to the barcode;

4. Proceed with system electrical connection;

5. Install the Genius™ program on the PC and configure the scanner;

6. Set the Flash™ dynamic focus by means of the Genius™ software tool.

When installing several scanners, take care to position them correctly so that no laser beam enters the reading window perpendicularly and at the same level of the output beam of the other scanners. This condition could occur more frequently for side mounted applications. If these precautions are not followed, it may occur that the laser of the blinded scanner starts blinking due

WARNING

to an internal circuit which temporarily turns the laser off when detecting a power anomaly. To resolve this problem, it is sufficient to slightly change the inclination and position of one of the two scanners involved.

Refer to the Reference Documentation for details on connecting your

NOTE

DX6400 reader to other devices in the system (i.e. C-BOX 100 etc.).

2.1 PACKAGE CONTENTS

Verify that the DX6400 reader and all the parts supplied with the equipment are present and intact when opening the packaging; the list of parts includes:

• DX6400 reader

• Installation Quick Reference + barcode test chart

• DX6400 configuration CD-ROM

• Mounting bracket and screws

Figure 1 – DX6400 Package Contents

DX6400

2.2 MECHANICAL MOUNTING

2.2.1 Mounting the Scanner

The DX6400 reader can be positioned and installed in the best way possible as a result of the Step-a-Head™ feature. Thanks to the separation between Head and Base, you can modify the orientation of the decoder base, and therefore display-keypad and connector panels, while keeping the optic head in the correct reading position. The reading head and the decoder base can be rotated independently from each other allowing the installation even in the most critical locations.

Head Screws

Fixing S

cre

(4)

Figure 2 - Step-A-Head™ Feature

To rotate the head follow the given procedure:

1. detach the head from the base by unscrewing the four fixing screws;

2. rotate the head in the desired position;

3. loosen but don't remove the two screws on top of the head;

4. affix the head onto the base carefully aligning the four fixing screws and progressively tightening them about half-way;

5. completely tighten the two screws on top of the head;

6. completely tighten the four fixing screws.

INSTALLATION

The following diagrams give the overall dimensions of the reader and mounting brackets. They may be used for their installation.

29.9 [1.18]

[2.36]

[3.35]

71.8 [2.83]

116.8

[4.60]

16.5

[0.65]

96.9 [3.82]

115.9

[4.56]

225.9

[8.89]

125.3

[4.93]

149.8

[5.90]

113.1

[4.45]

Figure 3 - DX6400 Overall Dimensions

0.71 N°2

0.98

3.22 50

0.78

1.96

1.65

0.4 22

0.86

1.96

3.22

1.37

106°

0.1

5.12

130

1.96

2.83 100

3.93

73.2

2.88

1.41

inch

Figure 4 – ST-237 Mounting Bracket Overall Dimensions

DX6400

Mount the scanner using the ST-237 mounting bracket which assures an angle of 16°, as indicated in the figure below, in order to obtain an angle of 90° between the two scan lines. This guarantees an omni directional reading of the barcode, if the code label satisfies the ACR™ 4 conditions (see par. 4.4 for details).

Figure 5 – Mounting Position

Refer to par. 4.5 for correct positioning of the scanner with respect to the reading zone and scanner orientation. See par. "Scanner Direction" for scanner direction relative to the conveyor.

2.2.2 Mounting the Scanner with Accessories

The following accessories allow installing the DX6400 reader in the most suitable position for your network layout:

- ST-237 mounting bracket;

- FBK-6000 fast bracket.

The ST-237 is a 106° mounting bracket to be mounted on the reader as displayed in the image below:

Figure 6 – Mounting the ST-237 Mounting Bracket

INSTALLATION

The FBK-6000 is a fast bracket kit allowing a quick and easy mounting of the scanner on the ST-237 bracket.

First, it is necessary to fix the FBK-6000 to the DX6400 scanner by means of the mounting screws:

Figure 7 – Mounting the FBK-6000 on the Scanner

Then, attach the assembly to the mounting bracket by slipping the hook into the bracket hole. Finally, fix it by means of the 2 fixing screws:

Figure 8 – Mounting the Assembly on the Bracket

2.3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

All the connectors available for each scanner model are the following:

Scanner Model Connectors

Master/Slave 25-pin male serial interface and I/O connector

9-pin male Lonworks connector* 9-pin female Lonworks connector

Ethernet 26-pin male serial interface and I/O connector

9-pin female Lonworks connector RJ45 modular connector

* Do not connect an RS232 port to the 9-pin Lonworks Connector. This may damage your Laptop PC.

CAUTION

DX6400

The table below gives the pinout of the C-BOX 100 terminal block connectors. Use this pinout when the DX6400 reader is connected in a network by means of the C-BOX 100:

C-BOX 100 Terminal Block Connectors

Power

1, 3, 5 VS 2, 4, 6 GND

7, 8 EARTH GROUND

20, 40 Reserved

Inputs

27 EXT TRIG/PS A (polarity insensitive) for PS 28 EXT TRIG/PS B (polarity insensitive) for PS 29 IN 2/ENC A (polarity insensitive) for Encoder

30 IN 2/ENC B (polarity insensitive) for Encoder 31, 33 IN 3A (polarity insensitive) 32, 34 IN 4A (polarity insensitive)

36 IN 3B/IN 4B Reference (polarity insensitive)

Outputs

21 OUT 1+

22 OUT 1-

23 OUT 2+

24 OUT 2-

25 OUT 3A (polarity insensitive)

26 OUT 3B (polarity insensitive)

Auxiliary Interface

35 TX AUX

37 RX AUX 38, 39 GND

Main Interface

RS232

RS485

Full-Duplex

RS485

Half-Duplex

20 mA C.L.

(with INT-30 only)

11, 15 TX232 TX485+ RTX485+ 12, 16 RTS232 TX485- RTX485-

17 RX232 * RX485+

18 CTS232 * RX485-

10, 14, 19

9, 13

SGND Main Isolated SGND Main Isolated SGND Main Isolated

RS485 Cable Shield RS485 Cable Shield

see INT-30

instructions

* Do not leave floating, see par. "RS485 Full-Duplex Interface" for connection details.

INSTALLATION

2.3.1 Main/Aux. Serial Interface and I/O Connector

The DX6400 master/slave model is equipped with a 25-pin male D-sub connector for connection to the host computer, power supply and input/output signals. The DX6400 Ethernet models adopt a 26-pin male connector instead of the 25-pin one.

The details of the connector pins are indicated in the following table:

Figure 9 - 26-pin Connector Figure 10 - 25-pin Connector

DX6400 25-pin/26-pin D-sub connector pinout

Pin Name Function

1 CHASSIS

Chassis - internally connected to GND

Cable connected to chassis 20 RXAUX Receive data of auxiliary RS232 (referred to GND) 21 TXAUX Transmit data of auxiliary RS232 (referred to GND)

8 OUT 1+ Configurable digital output 1 - positive pin 22 OUT 1- Configurable digital output 1 - negative pin 11 OUT 2+ Configurable digital output 2 - positive pin 12 OUT 2- Configurable digital output 2 - negative pin 16 OUT 3A Configurable digital output 3 - polarity insensitive 17 OUT 3B Configurable digital output 3 - polarity insensitive 18 EXT_TRIG/PS A External trigger (polarity insensitive) for PS 19 EXT_TRIG/PS B External trigger (polarity insensitive) for PS

6 IN 2/ENC A Input signal 2 (polarity insensitive) for Encoder 10 IN 2/ENC B Input signal 2 (polarity insensitive) for Encoder 14 IN 3A Input signal 3 (polarity insensitive) 15 IN 4A Input signal 4 (polarity insensitive) 24 IN_REF Common reference of IN3 and IN4 (polarity insensitive)

9,13 VS Supply voltage - positive pin

23,25,26 GND Supply voltage - negative pin

Main Interface Connector Pinout

RS232

RS485

Full

Duplex

RS485

Half Duplex

20 mA C.L.

(INT-30 with C-BOX 100 only)

2 TX TX485 + RTX485 +

3 RX * RX485 +

4 RTS TX485 - RTX485 -

see INT-30 instructions 5 CTS * RX485 - 7 GND_ISO GND_ISO GND_ISO

Pin 26 is only available for Ethernet models.

* Do not leave floating, see par. "RS485 Full-Duplex Interface" for connection details.

DX6400

Main Interface

The main serial interface is compatible with the following electrical standards:

RS232 RS485 full-duplex RS485 half-duplex (20 mA current loop)

The 20 mA Current Loop interface is available by using the C-BOX 100 with the optional INT-30 accessory installed in it. The scanner communicates to the C-BOX 100 through the RS232 interface and the INT-30 converts the signals.

The main serial interface type and its relative parameters (baud rate, data bits, etc.) are selected via software using the Genius™ utility program. For more details refer to the section "Main Serial Port" in the Genius™ Help On Line.

Details regarding the connections and use of the main interface selection are given in the next paragraphs.

RS232 Interface

The main serial interface is used for communication with the Host computer and allows both transmission of code data and configuring the reader. The overall maximum cable length should not exceed 15 m (50 ft).

The following pins of the 25-pin and 26-pin connector are used for RS232 interface connection depending on the reader model:

Pin Name Function

2 TX Transmit 3 RX Receive 4 RTS Request to send 5 CTS Clear to send 7 GND_ISO Main signal ground

The RTS and CTS signals control data transmission and synchronize the connected devices.

If the RTS/CTS hardware protocol is enabled, the DX6400 activates the RTS output to indicate a message can be transmitted. The receiving unit must activate the CTS input to enable the transmission.

DX6400

USER INTERFACE

RTS

CTS

GND_ISO

CHASSIS

RXD

TXD

SGND Main Isolated

Earth

Ground

Figure 11 - RS232 Connections

INSTALLATION

RS485 Full-Duplex Interface

The RS485 full-duplex interface is used for non-polled communication protocols in point-to-point connections over longer distances than those acceptable for RS232 communications or in electrically noisy environments. The overall maximum cable length should not exceed 1200 m (3937 ft).

The following pins of the 25-pin and 26-pin connector are used for RS485 full-duplex interface connection:

Pin Name Function

2 TX485 + RS485 output (+) 3 RX485 + RS485 input (+) 4 TX485 - RS485 output (-) 5 RX485 - RS485 input (-) 7 GND_ISO Main signal ground

DX6400

USER INTERFACE

TX485+

RX485+

TX485-

RX485-

RX485+

TX485+

RX485-

TX485-

GND_ISO

CHASSIS

SGND Main Isolate

Earth

Ground

Figure 12 - RS485 Full-Duplex Interface Connections

For applications that do not use RX485 signals, do not leave these lines

NOTE

floating but connect them to GND_ISO as shown below.

DX6400

TX485+

TX485-

RX485+

RX485-

GND_ISO

CHASSIS

USER INTERFACE

RX485+

RX485-

SGND Main Isolated

Earth

Ground

Figure 13 - RS485 Full-Duplex Interface Connections Using Only TX Signals

DX6400

RS485 Half-Duplex Interface

The RS485 half-duplex interface can be used for multidrop connections with a Datalogic multiplexer or it can also be used for a master/slave layout. The overall maximum cable length should not exceed 1200 m (3937 ft).

The following pins of the 25-pin and 26-pin connector are used for RS485 half-duplex interface connection:

Pin Name Function

2 RTX485 + RS485 input/output (+) 4 RTX485 - RS485 input/output (-) 7 GND_ISO Main signal ground

DX6400

RTX485+

RTX485-

GND_ISO

CHASSIS

MULTIPLEXER

RTX485+

RTX485-

RS485REF

Earth

Ground

Figure 14 – RS485 Half-Duplex Interface Connections

Auxiliary Interface

The auxiliary serial interface is equipped with RS232 full-duplex interface connections. The interface type is exclusive and is selectable through the Genius™ configuration program. The overall maximum cable length should not exceed 15 m (50 ft).

The following pins of the 25-pin and 26-pin connector are used for RS232 full-duplex interface connection:

Pin Name Function

20 RXAUX Receive data 21 TXAUX Transmit data 23 SGND AUX Auxiliary signal ground

DX6400

RXAUX

TXAUX

GNDAUX

CHASSIS

USER INTERFACE

TXD

RXD

GND

Earth

Ground

Figure 15 - RS232 Auxiliary Interface Connections

INSTALLATION

Inputs

The inputs of the reader are on the 25-pin and 26-pin connector of the DX6400.

These inputs are called EXT_TRIG/PS, IN2/ENC, IN3 and IN4.

Pin Name Function

18 EXT_TRIG/PS A External trigger (polarity insensitive) for PS 19 EXT_TRIG/PS B External trigger (polarity insensitive) for PS

6 IN2/ENC A Input signal 2 (polarity insensitive) for Encoder 10 IN2/ENC B Input signal 2 (polarity insensitive) for Encoder 14 IN3A Input signal 3 (polarity insensitive) 15 IN4A Input signal 4 (polarity insensitive) 24 IN_REF Common reference of IN3 and IN4 (polarity insensitive)

IN2/ENC is normally used for the Encoder input. In PackTrack™ mode, it detects the conveyor speed. The maximum Encoder frequency is 2 KHz.

EXT_TRIG/PS is the main presence sensor. When active, this input tells the scanner to scan for a code and that decoding can take place. The yellow LED (Figure C,3) indicates the EXT_TRIG/PS is active.

IN3 and IN4 can be used as the stop signal for the reading phase.

All inputs are optocoupled, polarity insensitive, and driven by a constant current generator; the command signal is filtered through an anti-disturbance circuit which generates a delay which can be set to 5 ms or 500 µs. In particular, EXT_TRIG/PS, IN3 and IN4 share the same value which usually corresponds to 5 ms when using a photoelectric sensor, while IN2/ENC has a different value which is set to 500 µs when this input is used for the Encoder.

DX6400

A/B

+ 5V

B/A

Vext

EXTERNAL TRIGGER/ENCODER

Ground

Figure 16 – PNP Command Input Connection using External Power

+ 5V

DX6400

A/B

B/A

GND

EXTERNAL TRIGGER/ENCODER

Ground

Figure 17 - PNP Command Input Connection using Scanner Power

DX6400

A/B

+ 5V

B/A

EXTERNAL TRIGGER/ENCODER

Vext

Ground

Figure 18 - NPN Command Input Connection using External Power

DX6400

EXTERNAL TRIGGER/ENCODER

+ 5V

A/B

B/A

GND

Ground

Figure 19 - NPN Command Input Connection using Scanner Power

DX6400

+ 5V

IN3A

IN4A

INREF

Vext

EXTERNAL DEVICE

Ground

Figure 20 – IN3/IN4 PNP Input Command using External Power

INSTALLATION

+ 5V

DX6400

INREF

IN3A

IN4A

GND

EXTERNAL DEVICE

Ground

EXTERNAL DEVICE

Ground

Figure 21 - IN3/IN4 NPN Input Command using Scanner Power

Input devices can be supplied by either scanner power (VS and GND) or external power supplies (Vext).

Electrical isolation between the input command logic and the scanner is maintained when powering the input devices from an external supply voltage (Vext).

The driving logic of the input signals may be powered, for convenience, with the voltage supply between pins 9 (VS) and 23 (GND) of the 25-pin or 26-pin I/O connector. In this case, however, the device is no longer electrically isolated.

The voltage available on the 25-pin or 26-pin I/O connector, is physically the same as used to power the scanner.

The electrical features of these inputs are:

Maximum voltage 30 V Maximum current 10 mA

Outputs

Three general purpose outputs are available.

Pin Name Function

8 OUT 1+ Configurable digital output 1 – positive pin 22 OUT 1- Configurable digital output 1 – negative pin 11 OUT 2+ Configurable digital output 2 – positive pin 12 OUT 2- Configurable digital output 2 – negative pin 16 OUT 3A Configurable digital output 3 – polarity insensitive 17 OUT 3B Configurable digital output 3 – polarity insensitive

The function of the three outputs OUT1, OUT2 and OUT3 can be defined by the user. Refer to Genius™ Help On-Line for further details.

DX6400

By default, OUT1 is associated with COMPLETE READ event, which activates when the code has been read correctly. In case the reader has been programmed to read several codes within the same reading phase, the event activates when all codes have been read.

OUT2 is associated with NO READ event, which activates when no code has been read.

OUT3 is associated with NONE, which means that the output is always in line state.

The OUT1 and OUT2 electrical features are given below:

Collector-emitter voltage 30 V Max. Collector current (pulse) 130 mA Max. Collector current (continuous) 40 mA Max. Saturation voltage (VCE) 1 V at 10 mA Max. Maximum power dissipation 90 mW at 50°C (Ambient temperature).

The limit requested by the maximum power dissipation is more important than that of the maximum collector current: if one of these outputs is continuously driven, the maximum current must not be more than 40 mA although 130 mA may be reached in pulse conditions.

DX6400

USER INTERFACE

30 Vdc max

Vext

Figure 22 – Output 1 and Output 2 Interface

When the load is powered by an external power supply, the voltage must be less than 30 V.

OUT3 has different electrical features, since it is a bi-directional solid state relay with a built-in current limit protection. If this output is continuously driven, the maximum current must be not more than 200 mA although more than 300 mA may be reached in pulse conditions for an ambient temperature of 25°C. At the maximum ambient temperature of 50°C the maximum respective current is 150 mA continuous and 240 mA pulse.

The OUT3 electrical features are given below:

Maximum voltage ± 100 V Collector current (pulse) 240 mA Max. Collector current (continuous) 150 mA Max. R on 6 – 15 Ω R off > 500 Ω Off-state leakage current < 1 µA Maximum power dissipation 550 mW at 50°C (Ambient temperature).

INSTALLATION

DX6400

A/B

B/A

USER INTERFACE

100 Vdc max

Vext

Figure 23 – Output 3 Interface

The command signal is filtered and generates a delay of about 50 µs for OUT1 and OUT2 and 1 ms for OUT3.

DX6400

2.3.2 Lonworks Input/Output Connector

Do not connect an RS232 port to the 9-pin Lonworks Connector. This may damage your Laptop PC.

CAUTION

The local network used by DX6400 exploits a Lonworks standard communication system requiring only two wires (polarity insensitive) to enable a connection. The connector also provides a positive and a negative supplying wire. In this way, all the slave readers can be powered by the master through the Datalogic standard cables.

When working in applications requiring enhanced synchronization capabilities, the DX6400 master reader (output) transmits two system signals named Sys_I/O and Sys_Enc_I/O to the slave readers (input). For example, when working with applications requiring an encoder the signal is received by the master and directly transmitted to the slaves through the cable. The internal circuits generating the system signals are externally supplied by means of the VS_I/O and REF_I/O pins and are isolated from the reader supply voltage.

The use of these system circuits is not required in all the operating modes (see par. 2.5 for details). Anyway, for correct system functioning it is suggested to use Datalogic cables and accessories and follow the description of the typical layout (see par. 2.5 for details).

Female (all models)

Figure 24 – 9-pin Local Lonworks Connectors

Male (Master/Slave model)

DX6400 9-pin Lonworks connector pinout

Pin Name Function

1 CHASSIS Cable shield internally connected by capacitor to chassis 9 VS Supply voltage - positive pin 2 GND Supply voltage - negative pin 6 VS_I/O Supply voltage of I/O circuit 3 Ref_I/O Reference voltage of I/O circuit 4 SYS_ENC_I/O System signal 5 SYS_I/O System signal 7 LON A Lonworks line (polarity insensitive) 8 LON B Lonworks line (polarity insensitive)

INSTALLATION

Network Termination

When building a Lonworks system the network must be properly terminated by positioning BTK-6000 terminator in the DX6400 master reader and in the last DX6400 slave reader.

Each side of the terminator provides a different connector; thus, it can be inserted either into the Lonworks 9-pin male connector of the master reader or in the Lonworks 9-pin female connector of the last slave reader:

Slave

Master

Female

Male

Female

Figure 25 - BTK-6000 Network Terminator

For Fieldbus models no terminator must be inserted in the reader, since it

NOTE

is internally integrated.

Lonworks Interface

The Lonworks network is used for both input and output connection to build a multi-sided or omni-station system connecting several readers.

The DX6400 master usually employs the 9-pin female connector for output connection to the first slave, while the 9-pin male connector is terminated by inserting the BTK6000 terminator (see par. Figure 25 for details). If creating a T network configuration, it is necessary to use both connectors to create the double branch line of slave readers.

Both connectors are always employed when connecting together the slave readers. In particular, the 9-pin female connector is used for output connection and the male one for input connection. The female connector in the last slave reader is always terminated to close the system network.

The following diagram represents the connection between a DX6400-XXX-010 working as master and a DX6400-XXX-010 working as a slave reader.

The cable shield for LON A/B is connected to pin 1 - CHASSIS.

DX6400

Master

VS_I/O

REF_I/O

CHASSIS

LON A

LON B

GND

AWG 16

Slave

CHASSIS

= male connecto = female connecto

Figure 26 – DX6400-XXX-010 Master/Slave Lonworks Connection

The maximum current to be propagated to the slave readers through the master is 2 A. For this reason, it is suggested the use of a 24 V power supply allowing to

CAUTION

supply up to three readers (master + 2 slaves).

The following diagrams represent different network terminations using the BTK-6000 terminator. In each diagram the terminator is indicated by the

element, while the figure

below shows its electrical circuit in details:

Figure 27 – BTK-6000 Electrical Circuit

The diagram below represents the termination of a DX6400-XXX-010 working as master by means of the BTK-6000 terminator.

BTK-6000 Female Side

Master

VS_I/O

LON A

LON B

GND

REF_I/O

= male connecto = female connecto

Figure 28 – DX6400-XXX-010 Master Termination

INSTALLATION

The diagram below represents the termination of a DX6400-XXX-010 working as slave by means of the BTK-6000 terminator.

Slave

LON A

LON B

= male connecto = female connecto

Figure 29 – DX6400-XXX-010 Slave Termination

BTK-6000 Male Side

The diagram below represents the connection between a DX6400 Fieldbus model, which always works as master, and a DX6400-XXX-010 working as a slave reader.

Fieldbus Master

VS_I/O

Slave

REF_I/O

LON A

LON B

CHASSIS

GND

AWG 16

= male connecto = female connecto

CHASSIS

Figure 30 – DX6400-XXX-010 Master/Slave Lonworks Connection

The Fieldbus master is internally terminated.

2.3.3 Ethernet Connector

This connector is only available for DX6400 Ethernet models and allows the Ethernet connection between the host and the reader.

Figure 31 – Cable RJ45 Male Modular Connector

DX6400

Figure 32 – DX6400 RJ45 Female Modular Connector

This interface and the connector pinout (see the following table) are IEEE 802.3 10 BaseT and IEEE 802.3u 100 Base Tx compliant.

RJ45 Modular Jack Pinout

Pin Name Function

1 TX + Transmitted data (+) 2 TX - Transmitted data (-) 3 RX + Received data (+) 6 RX - Received data (-)

4, 5, 7, 8 N.C. Not connected

In order to meet EMC requirements:

• use Eth shielded cable

• connect the Ethernet interface cable shield to the plant earth ground

The cable shield must be connected to the chassis of both connectors. A ferrite (type Stewart 28A2029-0A0) may also be applied on the scanner

NOTE

side of the Ethernet cable to reduce electrical noise.

Ethernet Interface

The Ethernet interface (NIC) can be used for TCP/IP communication with a remote or local host computer by connecting the scanner to a LAN. It can also be connected directly to a host PC.

INSTALLATION

The following is an example of a connection to a LAN through a Hub using a straight through cable:

DX6400

HUB / SWITCH

TX+

TX-

RX+

n. c.

RX-

n. c.

n. c. = not connected

Figure 33 – Straight Through Cable

The following is an example of direct connection to a PC using an inverted cable:

DX6400

TX+

TX-

RX+

n. c.

HOST PC

RX-

n. c.

n. c. = not connected

Figure 34 – Inverted Cable

For further details refer to the “Ethernet Service Guide” document provided as reference documentation.

2.3.4 Power Supply

The supply voltage for correct operation of the scanner must be between 15 and 30 VDC. The max. power consumption is 24 W including startup current.

Datalogic strongly recommends a minimum 24 VDC supply voltage when using a master/slave configuration. Several accessory power supplies are available to power the DX6400 models and reading station components. See par. 1.5.

A security system allows the laser to activate only once the motor has reached the correct rotational speed; consequently, the laser beam is generated after a slight delay from the power on of the scanner.

DX6400

Note than GND is internally connected to chassis. The cable shield is also connected to pin 1 – CHASSIS.

DX6400

USER INTERFACE

9/13

23/25

Chassis

GND

CHASSIS

V+ (15 – 30 Vdc)

V- (Ground)

Earth Ground

Figure 35 – Power Supply Using the 25/26-pin Connector

2.4 USER INTERFACE

RS232 PC-side connections

9 6

9-pin male connector

25-pin male connector

Pin Name Pin Name

2 RX 3 RX 3 TX 2 TX 5 GND 7 GND 7 RTS 4 RTS 8 CTS 5 CTS

How To Build A Simple Interface Test Cable:

The following wiring diagram shows a simple test cable including power, external (push-button) trigger and PC RS232 COM port connections.

25 14

DX6400

25-pin D-sub female

Trigger

TXAUX

RXAUX

GND

EXT TRIG A

EXT TRIG B

9-pin D-sub female

Power Supply

VS (15 – 30 VDC) Power GND

GND

Test Cable for DX6400

INSTALLATION

2.5 TYPICAL LAYOUTS

The DX6400 scanners can be connected in a variety of layouts depending on the number of scanners used and the required complexity of the reading station. These layouts range from Single Stand Alone to Complex Lonworks Networks.

Several power supplies are available to power the reading stations. Photoelectric sensors used as code presence sensors and optical encoders to signal conveyor speed are also available accessories.

The following typical layouts refer to the system hardware configurations, but they also require the correct setup of the software configuration parameters (see par. 3.2 for details).

The accessories and cables indicated in the following figures are Datalogic products. We suggest their use to guarantee the correct system functioning.

2.5.1 Point-to-Point

Using a Point-to-Point layout, the data is transmitted on the Main interface as well as on the Auxiliary interface. The Main interface can be selected for RS232 or RS485 full-duplex communications. Two different layouts are available according to the DX6400 reader model used for the connection.

Master/Slave Models

When On-Line operating mode is used, the reader is activated by an External Trigger (photoelectric sensor) when the object enters its reading zone. In the following case, the signal is passed to the DX6400 by the C-BOX 100, which also supplies the system.

DX6400

CAB-600X

P.S.*

C-BOX 100

Local Host

PG6000

* P.S. (Presence Sensor) connected to External Trigger/PS input.

Figure 36 – Point-to-Point for Master/Slave Models

DX6400

Fieldbus Models

In this case no External Trigger is used and the C-BOX 100 only supplies the reader. The DX6400 Ethernet model is connected to a fieldbus remote Host. It can be activated by a signal generated by the remote Host or always be active if working in Automatic operating mode.

Fieldbus

Network

Remote Host

DX6400

CAB-601X

C-BOX 100

PG6000

Figure 37 – Point-to-Point for Fieldbus Models

INSTALLATION

2.5.2 Pass Through

When Pass Through is activated on the Auxiliary interface, the DX6400 reader (all models) can be integrated in a network consisting of different scanners not provided with a Lonworks interface.

This connection mode allows two or more devices to be connected to a single external serial interface. The DX6400 transmits the messages received by its auxiliary interface (RS232 only) onto its main interface.

In this configuration a series of scanners can be connected together using RS232 on the main interface and all messages will be passed through this chain to the host. The reading phase of each scanner is independent from the others. In Pass Through connections each scanner is provided with its relative External Trigger (multi P.S.).

Applications can be implemented to connect a device such as a hand-held reader to the Auxiliary port for manual code reading capability.

For the RS232 connections the maximum cable length is 15 m (50 ft).

The DS4600A scanners represented in the following figures are configured in Pass Through mode.

P.S.*

DX6400

DS4600A

CAB-600X

C-BOX 100

P.S.*

PWR-120

C-BOX 100

AUX

MAIN

Local Host

Main Serial Interface

uxiliary Serial Interface

* P.S. (Presence Sensor) connected to External Trigger/PS input.

Figure 38 – Pass Through Connection for DX6400 Master/Slave Models

Gryphon

DS4600A

C-BOX 100

Remote Host

Fieldbus

Network

P.S.*

DX6400

P.S.*

DS4600A

DX6400

P.S.*

Gryphon

DS4600A

CAB-601X

PWR-120

C-BOX 100

AUX

C-BOX 100

uxiliary Serial Interface

Main Serial Interface

* P.S. (Presence Sensor) connected to External Trigger/PS input.

Figure 39 – Pass Through Connection for Fieldbus Models

2.5.3 RS232 Master/Slave

The RS232 master/slave connection is used to integrate a DX6400 reader (all models) in a network consisting of different scanners not provided with a Lonworks interface.

The Slave scanners use RS232 only on the main and auxiliary interfaces. Each slave scanner transmits the messages received by the auxiliary interface onto the main interface. All messages will be transferred towards the master.

The master scanner is connected to the Host PC on the main RS232 serial interface through the C-BOX 100 (20 mA C.L. can be used if the INT-30 accessory is installed).

In RS232 Master/Slave connections the External Trigger signal is unique to the system (single P.S.).

The DX6400 master/slave scanner model (DX6400-10X-010 only),

NOTE

working as Master in an connected to a

Lonworks network consisting of DX6400 slave scanners. Be careful when assigning the slave address, since the number of the first Lonworks slave must be a progressive number with respect to the address number defined for the last slave scanner of the RS232 network. For example, if the RS232 network consists of Slave 1 and Slave 2, the address to be assigned to the first Lonworks slave scanner will be Slave 3 (not Slave 1).

RS232 network, may be simultaneously

INSTALLATION

DS4600A

Slave 1

DX6400

Master

P.S.*

CAB-600X

C-BOX 100

AUX

MAIN

Local Host

C-BOX 100

DS4600A

Main Serial Interface

Slave 2

C-BOX 100

uxiliary Serial Interface

PWR-120

* P.S. (Presence Sensor) connected to External Trigger/PS input.

Figure 40 – RS232 Master/Slave for DX6400 Master/Slave Models

CAB-601X

PWR-120

C-BOX 100

AUX

Fieldbus

DX6400

Maste

Network

Remote Host

DS4600A

Slave 1

P.S.*

C-BOX 100

DS4600A

Slave 2

C-BOX 100

Main Serial Interface

uxiliary Serial Interface

* P.S. (Presence Sensor) connected to External Trigger/PS input.

Figure 41 – RS232 Master/Slave for DX6400 Fieldbus Models

DX6400

2.5.4 Multiplexer

The Multiplexer connection is used to integrate a DX6400 network consisting of different scanners not provided with a Lonworks interface.

Each scanner is connected to a Multiplexer (MX4000) with the RS485 half-duplex main interface.

P.S.*

slave reader in a Multidrop

DS4600A

PWR-120

MX4000

Local Host

DX6400

CAB-600X

C-BOX 100

#31

RS485 HD Main Interface

* P.S. (Presence Sensor) connected to External Trigger/PS input.

C-BOX 100

Figure 42 – Multiplexer for DX6400 Master/Slave Models

DS4600A

C-BOX 100

The auxiliary serial interface of the slave scanners can be used to visualize collected data or to configure it using the Genius™ utility.

When On-Line operating mode is used, the scanner is activated by an External Trigger when the object enters its reading zone.

INSTALLATION

2.5.5 Local Lonworks Network

A local Lonworks network allows logically connecting a DX6400 master reader with up to 31 DX6400 slaves. Actually, the maximum number of readers to be employed in the network depends on the system operating conditions; that is adopted operating mode and amount of data stream.

When creating your network, always keep in mind the following guidelines:

• the Lonworks network logically supports a maximum number of 32 devices (master + slaves);

• it is recommended to adhere to the 8-in-16 rule (not more than 8 devices in any 16 meter bus segment;

• for DX6400 scanners the total bus length may extend up to 130 m (426 ft);

• the maximum number of DX6400 readers supported also depends on the type of power

propagation adopted by the system (see the specific power supply installation manual for details).

Typically the layouts can be divided into Synchronized (single P.S.) or Multidata (multi P.S.) networks. They can be small (up to 10 scanners) or large (more than 10 scanners).

Contact Datalogic Automation S.r.l. if your network requires a higher number of readers or in case the application throughput is very high.

For further information on Lonworks network cabling and connections see the “LonWorks® TPT Twisted Pair Transceiver Module User’s Guide”, available from the website: www.echelon.com.

NOTE

For some DX6400 Lonworks Network layouts power is propagated through the scanners. For these layouts a special setting is required in C-BOX 100 to pass scanner power to the presence sensor, encoder, etc.

DX6400

Small Synchronized Network

When building a small local Lonworks network (less than 10 scanners), the DX6400 master reader must be connected to a local host computer or a C-BOX 100 by means of a CAB60XX cable connected to the 25-pin or 26-pin D-sub male connector.

The master reader connects to the first slave reader of the system through the local Lonworks 9-pin female connector. For Master/Slave models, the local Lonworks 9-pin male connector must be properly terminated by inserting the BTK-6000 Lonworks terminator. Fieldbus models are provided with an internal Lonworks terminator.

The slave readers are connected together through the local Lonworks connectors. Only the 9-pin female connector of the last slave reader must be terminated by the BTK-6000 terminator.

The presence sensor is connected and powered through the C-BOX 100 by the scanner and is unique to the system. There is only a single reading phase and a single message from the master reader to the Local Host. The On-Line operating mode is used for this layout.

CAB-610X

BTK-6000

Master

CAB-60XX

C-BOX 100**

Slave 1

P.S.*

BTK-6000

CAB-63XX

PWR-120

* P.S. (Presence Sensor) connected to External Trigger/PS input.

** C-BOX 100 modified to accept scanner power.

*** Encoder connected to IN2/ENC input.

Figure 43 – Small Synchronized Network with 2 Readers

Encoder***

Local Host

INSTALLATION

The following image shows a system consisting of six readers where:

• the system is powered by the PWR-240

• the master and all slaves are connected together through the CAB-610X cables

• the external signals (trigger, encoder, serial to host, etc.) are connected to the master

through the C-BOX 100

• one or more slaves are connected through CAB-63XX. The last slave must be terminated with the BTK-6000

Slave 2

Slave1

Master

BTK-6000

CAB-60XX

Slave 3

CAB-610X

BTK-6000

Slave 5

CAB-610X

Slave 4

CAB-63XX

* P.S. (Presence Sensor) connected to External Trigger/PS input.

** C-BOX 100 modified to accept scanner power

*** Encoder connected to IN2/ENC input.

Figure 44 – Small Synchronized Network with more than 2 Readers and Single Power Unit

C-BOX 100**

PS*

Encoder***

Host

CAB-63XX

PWR-240

NOTE

If a single power source is used, it is not necessary to separate groups of scanners with "no power" cables (CAB-611X).

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Large Synchronized Network

When building a large local Lonworks network (more than 10 scanners), an SC6000 Controller must be used together with a PWO power supply/junction box unit. In this case the SC6000 unit acts as the system master and is connected to the host through one of its interfaces.

All scanners act as slaves and are connected to the SC6000 through the PWO power supply/junction box. For DX6400 scanners, a single branch connector provides Lonworks communications between the scanners and the SC6000 unit. Power is distributed evenly by connecting groups of up to 4 Slave scanners through CAB-63XX cables. The last scanner on the line requires a Termination connector.

The allowed maximum bus length is 130 m.

External devices such as a presence sensor and an encoder are all connected to the PWO.

* P.S. (Presence Sensor) connected to External Trigger/PS input. ** Encoder connected to ENC input.

Figure 45 – Large Synchronized Network with DX6400 and DS6XXX Scanners

INSTALLATION

Multidata Network

In this layout, one master and up to 7 DX6400 slave readers have their own P.S. and therefore multiple reading phases. Each P.S. is connected through a C-BOX 100, which in turn is connected to its relative scanner through a CAB-60XX cable.

The master sends all the individual messages collected from the Lonworks interface as well as its own to the Local Host through its C-BOX 100.

The following image shows a system consisting of five readers, which are all connected together using CAB-611X cables and each scanner is individually powered by PG6000 through C-BOX 100.

C-BOX 100

P.S.*

C-BOX 100

P.S.*

C-BOX 100

P.S.* P.S.*

C-BOX 100

Host

P.S.*

BTK-6000

PG6000

CAB-611X

No powe

Slave 4 Slave 3 Master

PG6000

CAB-611X CAB-611X

No powe

Slave 2

PG6000

No powe

* P.S. (Presence Sensor) connected to External Trigger/PS input.

Figure 46 – Multidata Network

Slave 1

PG6000

CAB-611X

No powe

PG6000

BTK-6000

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2.5.6 Fieldbus Network

The Fieldbus Ethernet model offers connectivity without any converter or adapter needed.

The DX6400 master Fieldbus communicates with a remote host (for ex. remote PC connected via Internet) by means of a cable connected to the Fieldbus connector provided. It can be activated by a signal generated by the remote Host or by a physical presence sensor.

The external signals (trigger, encoder) are connected to the master through the C-BOX 100.

The master reader connects to the first slave reader of the system through the local Lonworks 9-pin female connector. Fieldbus models are provided with an internal Lonworks terminator.

The slave readers are connected together through the local Lonworks connectors. Only the 9-pin female connector of the last slave reader must be terminated by the BTK-6000 terminator.

The example below shows a system powered by the PWR-240 where multiple slaves are connected through CAB-63XX power cable. The master and all slaves are connected together through the CAB-610X cables.

The same network layouts are available as for the DX6400 standard model.

Remote Host

Fieldbus Network

CAB-610X

BTK-6000

Slave 2***

CAB-610X CAB-610X

Slave 5***

Slave1***

Slave 4***

CAB-63XX

Master

C-BOX 100**

CAB-60XX

Encoder****

CAB-63XX

Slave 3***

* P.S. (Presence Sensor) connected to External Trigger/PS input.

** C-BOX 100 modified to accept scanner power.

PS*

PWR-240

*** The Slave scanners are Master/Slave models, which allow Lonworks network propagation.

**** Encoder connected to IN2/ENC input.

Figure 47 – Fieldbus Small Synchronized Network

INSTALLATION

2.6 DX6400 FLASH™ DYNAMIC FOCUS

The DX6400 has an innovative linear motor designed to control the focus position of the scanner via software. This dynamic system, called FLASH™,

is able to move the focus

position rail to rail, from the minimum position to the maximum position.

The FLASH™ functionalities are programmed via the GENIUS™ tool (refer to the GENIUS™ Help On-Line for details) and can operate in the following modes:

• Fixed Mode

• Continuous Mode

• Triggered Mode

• D-Flash™ Mode

2.6.1 Fixed Mode

In Fixed mode, the focus is set to the desired position via software (expressed in cm). This mode represents the basic Flash™ function, in which the focus is adjusted in software for a given installation and its position is stored in the scanner decoder. This function is similar to the focus adjustment available for the DS6300 scanner with the great difference that the adjustment is performed via software through the Genius™ tool and not through the physical adjustment of an external screw.

Figure 48 – Flash™ Fixed Mode

2.6.2 Continuous Mode

In Continuous mode, the focus position is continuously moving from a minimum position to a maximum position with a defined frequency (f1 in the figure below). This Flash™ function allows exploiting the whole reading range of the current DX6400 when the object to be detected is large and slow moving. Typical examples of applications for the Continuous mode are front side reading of big pallets, or reading on a fork lift truck.

Figure 49 – Flash™ Continuous Mode

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2.6.3 Triggered Mode

In Triggered mode, the focus position can be set depending on the received external input (photocell, barrier, serial message…). This mode represents the most traditional Flash™ function, since it requires photocells, barriers or a dedicated interface to the Host (PC or PLC).

Figure 50 – Flash™ Triggered Mode

2.6.4 D-FLASH™ Mode

In D-Flash™ mode, the focus position can be set depending on the measured distance (Dn in the figure below) between the scanner and the scanned object. This is the most innovative and flexible function, that makes different software implementations possible. The D-FLASH™ apply to the provided according to the specific application needs.

development has been based on the minimum distance detected. Thus, it can

widest variety of applications. Further developments of D-FLASH™

will be

Figure 51 – Flash™ D-Flash™ Mode

INSTALLATION

2.7 KEYPAD AND DISPLAY

The DX6400 keypad allows entering a menu for selection of one of the following functions:

• Welcome: shows the current software release and operating mode;

• Autolearn: starts the procedure making it possible to obtain an automatic, accurate and

fast configuration of DX6400 without the necessity of directly checking/modifying the relevant parameters;

• Internal Net: defines scanner function within the network (see below);

• Ethernet Mode: allows setting the scanner IP address to be used within the network;

• LCD Contrast: sets the LCD contrast;

• Bus: allows setting the scanner address (value range 0-125) to be used in a Profibus

network;

• Test Mode: allows verifying the scanner reading position and features (see below).

The same settings may be performed by using the Genius™ program (see chapter 3 for details).

2.7.1 Internal Net

This submenu can be used as an alternative to configuration through Genius™, to assign the DX6400 scanner within a master/slave network. It allows defining the scanner function (slave/master) within the network and, if configured as Slave, its address. To enter the Internal Net submenu and configure the scanner follow the given procedure:

1) Press and hold both the ▲ (up arrow) and ▼ (down arrow) keys for about 2 seconds to enter the Main menu;

2) Use the ▲ (up arrow) or ▼ (down arrow) key to select the “Internal Net” item, then press the ENT (enter) key to confirm;

3) Use the ▲ (up arrow) or ▼ (down arrow) key to select the “LonWAddrSel”” item, then press the ENT (enter) key to confirm;

4) Use the ▲ (up arrow) or ▼ (down arrow) key to select your scanner function among “Master”, “Slave n”, “Slave jolly”, “Disabled”; then, press the ENT (enter) key to confirm;

5) Use the ▲ (up arrow) or ▼ (down arrow) key to select the “Exit” item, then press the ENT (enter) key to confirm. Repeat this step again to exit the Main Menu and return to the scanner current operating mode.

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2.7.2 Test Mode

Test Mode is particularly advised during the installation phase, since it causes the reader to be continuously activated allowing to verify its reading features and its reading position with respect to the barcode. To enter the Test Mode submenu and configure the scanner follow the given procedure:

1) Press and hold both the ▲ (up arrow) and ▼ (down arrow) keys for about 2 seconds to enter the Main menu.

2) Use the ▲ (up arrow) or ▼ (down arrow) key to select the “Test Mode” item, then press the ENT (enter) key to confirm. The reader enters Test Mode.

3) Press the ▲ (up arrow) key to exit the Test Mode.

4) Use the ▲ (up arrow) and ▼ (down arrow) key to select the “Exit” item, then press the ENT (enter) key to confirm. The scanner exits the Main Menu and returns to its current operating mode.

SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION

3 SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION

3.1 GENIUS™ INSTALLATION

Genius advantages:

• Wizard approach for low skilled users;

• Multi-language version;

• Defined configuration directly stored in the reader;

• Communication protocol independent from the physical interface allowing to consider the

To install Genius™, proceed as follows:

1) Turn on the PC that will be used for configuration, running either Windows 98, 2000/NT or

2) Insert the Genius™ CD-ROM;

™

is a new Datalogic scanner configuration tool providing several important

reader as a remote object to be configured and monitored.

XP;

3) Wait for the CD to autorun and follow the installation procedure.

3.2 GUIDE TO RAPID CONFIGURATION

3.2.1 Wizard for Quick Reader Setup

After installing the Genius™ software program (see par. 3.1) the following window appears asking the user to choose the desired configuration level:

Figure 52 - Genius™ Wizard Opening Window

The Wizard option is advised to low skilled users, since it shows a step by step scanner configuration. The parameters to be defined are the following:

- Barcode selection and definition;

- Operating mode selection and definition (see sub-paragraphs for further details);

- Digital Inputs/Outputs configuration;

- Hardware interface selection;

- Output data format configuration.

DX6400

After defining the parameter values the following window appears allowing to complete the reader configuration as follows:

- Saving the configuration to disk;

- Switching to Advanced mode;

- Sending the configuration to the scanner.

Figure 53 - Genius™ Wizard Closing Window

Test Operating Mode

This operating mode is not available when DX6400 works as Slave.

NOTE

Figure 54 - Test Mode Selection

This operating mode causes the reader to be continuously activated allowing to verify its reading features and its reading position with respect to the barcode. For this reason, it is particularly advised during the installation phase of the reader.

After 100 scan, the values relative to an internal counter and the decoded code are displayed and transmitted on the serial interface. The counter reports the percentage of good reads of the label.

SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION

On Line Operating Mode

Figure 55 - On Line Mode Selection

This operating mode causes the reader to be connected to an external Presence Sensor using EXT TRIG/PS A and EXT TRIG/PS B inputs. During the active phase of the presence sensor, the DX6400 reader tries to acquire and correctly decode the code. In case the decoding phase is successful, the barcode characters are transmitted on the serial interface. Otherwise, a no read message is sent.

Automatic Operating Mode

Figure 56 - Automatic Mode Selection

This operating mode does not require the connection to an external Presence Sensor. When working in this mode the reader is continuously scanning, while the reading phase is activated each time a barcode enters the reading zone. The reader stops reading after an N number of scans without a code. Barcode characters are transmitted on the serial interface. In case of a failed reading phase no message is sent to the host computer.

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3.2.2 Genius™ Network Setup Through Master

Network Setup allows configuring your Local Lonworks Network through the Master using Genius™.

Three different procedures are available to define the number of network slave scanners, their label and address according to two main conditions:

Condition Available Procedure Feature

Unknown Slave Addresses Net-Autoset

Known Slave Addresses

Network Wizard

Express Network Setup

automatically assigns random addresses to slave or Stand Alone scanners.

customizes the network (slave label and address definition and of a specific slave within network), updates configuration to a file and makes it ready to be sent to the Master.

automatically performs all the operations of the Network Wizard apart from the identification of a specific slave scanner.

physical identification

physical

The Network Setup procedure as described requires Genius™ software version 1.06 or later. In addition, the Net-Autoset procedure requires

NOTE

scanner software version 6.40 or later.

The first operation to perform is the configuration of your scanner as "Master" from the Local Device Network Settings item in the Device Menu, see figure below:

Figure 57 – Local Device Network Settings

SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION

The following dialog box appears asking whether to send the configuration to the Master or not:

2. Click the "Yes" button, then click on the

icon available on the Toolbar to make the

“Devices” area appear next to the Parameter Explorer window. By repeatedly clicking the icon this area will be displayed or hidden.

Figure 58 – Cluster Configuration

Each scanner of the cluster is indicated by the following graphical objects:

• check box allowing to select/deselect a specific scanner to perform the desired

operations (i.e. program downloading);

• icon representing the scanner status;

• a label reporting information transmitted by the scanner when connected (the scanner

address, generated errors, scanner description).

Then, proceed with the network setup by using one of the icons available on the Tool

Bar according to the procedure to follow:

DX6400

= Network Wizard procedure

Net-Autoset procedure

Express Network Setup procedure

Net-Autoset

This procedure is to be used when all scanner addresses and labels are unknown (typically when configuring the network for the first time or whenever a network reconfiguration is required).

By clicking the Net-Autoset procedure is started allowing automatic assignment of random addresses to all slave or Stand Alone scanners connected within the network. Once the procedure has been completed, it is possible to:

• define customized addresses and labels through the Network Wizard;

• display the scanner default labels through the Express Network Setup.

icon or selecting the "Net_Autoset" option from the right-click menu, the

Express Network Setup

Before performing this procedure, a Lonworks address must be assigned to each slave scanner. The most practical method is through the alternative address assignment methods.

Once all addresses have been assigned, the Express Network Setup is to be used when all scanner addresses and labels

do not need to be modified.

Net-Autoset procedure. See par. 3.2.3 for

By clicking on the procedure is started which automatically performs the following operations:

- opening the wizard;

- polling the network to discover connected scanners;

- transferring all scanners found to the "Requested Devices" area of the wizard where

your network customization is defined;

- saving the new network configuration;

Once the procedure has been completed, a dialog box will appear asking whether to send the configuration to the Master. Choose the “Yes” option to start this procedure.

icon or by choosing the related option from the right-click menu, the

SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION

Network Wizard

Before performing this procedure, a Lonworks address must be assigned to each slave scanner. The most practical method is through the alternative address assignment methods.

Once all addresses have been assigned, the Network Wizard is to be used when one or more scanner addresses and labels

need to be modified.

Net-Autoset procedure. See par. 3.2.3 for

1. Click on the

a. if the

the Autodetect button to start a polling procedure of the current network. All slave scanners found will be represented in the “Current Devices” area. Then, select the

button to open the Network Wizard dialog box:

slave scanners have already been configured and wired to the network, click on

desired slave scanner from the “Current Devices” area and click on the drag and drop) to transfer it to the “Requested Devices” area where your network customization is defined. The following dialog box will appear allowing (if necessary) to change the slave address ("Available Device" field) and label ("Description" field):

b. if the slave scanners have not been configured and wired to the network, click on the

icon to add a new device defining its address and model. The added slave scanner will be displayed in the “Requested Devices” area. This option in any case requires that all slave scanners have their address set before the network can function.

icon (or

2. If desired, select a slave scanner within the "Current Devices" area and click on the

icon (or select the "Show Device" option from the right-click menu) to make the

dialog box appear as follows:

DX6400

The "Show Device" option is particularly useful after the Net-Autoset procedure or whenever it is necessary to know which address is assigned to a specific slave scanner. Indeed, it activates the following signals which physically indicate the scanner corresponding to the one selected, in particular:

• in Network Wizard the icon corresponding to the selected slave scanner starts

blinking red;

• in the Physical Network all slave scanner lasers turn off except the one of the

selected scanner which turns on.

3. If desired, select the transferred/added slave scanner within the “Requested Devices”

area and click on the

icon to customize the scanner label and address.

4. Once your network has been customized, close the network wizard. Before closure, the program will show a dialog box asking whether to send the new configuration to the Master. Choose the “Yes” option to start this procedure.

SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION

3.2.3 Alternative Slave Address Assignment

As alternatives to Network Setup through the Master, each Slave scanner can be assigned an address through the following methods:

• address setting through the Local Device Network Settings item in the Device Menu

with the slave scanner connected to Genius™

• manual address setting through slave scanner keyboard (see par. 2.7.1 for details)

3.3 ADVANCED GENIUS™ CONFIGURATION

The ADVANCED selection available when starting the Genius™ program is addressed to expert users being able to complete a detailed scanner configuration. By choosing this option it is possible either to start a new scanner configuration or to open and modify an old one. The desired parameters can be defined in the following window, similar to the MS Explorer:

Figure 59 - Genius™ Parameter Explorer Window

The procedure for setting the scanner parameters is supported by a help on-line, which is displayed in an HTML browser. It can be selected from the Configuration Help option available in the Help menu. In addition, a context-sensitive help can be enabled by pressing the <F1> key after selecting the desired parameter.

DX6400

3.4 PARAMETER DEFAULT VALUES

The following table contains the list of the factory default settings for the DX6400. Genius™ also allows checking the parameter default values by selecting the "Compare parameters" option available in the Tools menu and comparing the current scanner configuration to the default one.

Parameter Default Setting Code Definition

Code Combination Single Label No read Message

No Read String <CAN> Multiple Read Filters Disabled (unchecked) Code Label Settings #1 Code Symbology Interleaved 2 of 5 Label Length 8 Min Code Position 0 Max Code Position 255 Check Digit Disabled (unchecked) Decoding Safety 1 Decoding Severity 3 Match String Rule Match Pattern Match String Empty Match Direction Rule Disable Code Label Settings #2 Code Symbology Code 39 Label Length Variable Minimum Label Length 1 Maximum Label Length 60 Min Code Position 0 Max Code Position 255 Check Digit Disabled (unchecked) Decoding Safety 1 Decoding Severity 3 Match String Rule Match Pattern Match String Empty Match Direction Rule Disable Operating Modes Operating Mode Selection On Line On Line Options On Line 1 Input Start Input Number 1 Start Input Active Level Active Closed Reading Phase Timeout Disabled Verifier Enable Disabled (unchecked)

Reading System Layout

Device Assignment Alone Modify&Backup Lon Slave Configuration Disabled (unchecked)

Global No Read Message

SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION

Parameter Default Setting Reading System Layout

Enable A.S.R. Disabled (unchecked) Reading Parameters

Beam Shutter Disabled Overflow Start Ratio 5 Overflow Stop Ratio 5 Reading Mode Reconstruction Reading Condition Standard Reconstruction Parameters Enable Stacked Codes Disabled (unchecked) Extended Min Match 0 Position Tolerance 50 Duration Tolerance 50 Min Start/Stop Number 2 Inter Char Gap 8 Addon Overflow Ratio 2 Scan Line Amplitude Amplitude Settings Enable Disabled Flash Flash Mode Fixed Fixed Distance 60 PackTrack Calibration Direction 0 (Forward) PS Offset 0 Data Communication Settings Host Application Protocol Type Standard Data Format Header TX Start With data Termination After No Read Message Enabled (checked) Message Tx Trigger Selection On Decoding Format Type Standard Tx Max Delay After Phase Off Disabled Code Identifier Disabled Parameters Header String <STX> Code Position Disabled (unchecked) Code Direction Identifier Enable Disabled (unchecked) Termination String <CR><LF> Data Packet Separators <CR><LF> Code Field Length Setting Variable Length Main Serial Port Data Tx Enabled (checked) Heartbeat Disable Parameters Main Port Communication Mode Standard

DX6400

Parameter Default Setting

Parameters Main Port Electrical Interface RS232 Handshake None Baud Rate 9600 Parity None Data Bits 8 Stop Bits 1 Auxiliary Serial Port Data Tx Enabled (checked) Heartbeat Disable Pass Through Disabled (unchecked) Parameters Baud Rate 115200 Parity None Data Bits 8 Stop Bits 1 Digital I/O Setting Digital Input Lines Setting Debouncing For Input 1, 3 and 4 5ms Debouncing For Input 2 500 µs Input 1 Active Level Overridden by Op. Mode Active Closed Input 2 Active Level Overridden by Op. Mode Active Closed Input 3 Active Level Overridden by Op. Mode Active Closed Input 4 Active Level Overridden by Op. Mode Active Closed Output 1 Line State Normally Open Activation Event Complete Read Alternative Activation Event Multiple Read Deactivation Event Timeout Alternative Deactivation Event None Deactivation Timeout (ms) 50 Output 2 Line State Normally Open Activation Event No Read Alternative Activation Event Partial Read Deactivation Event Timeout Alternative Deactivation Event None Deactivation Timeout (ms) 50 Output 3 Line State Normally Open Activation Event None Alternative Activation Event None Deactivation Event None Alternative Deactivation Event None

SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION

Parameter Default Setting System Information Section

User Information Section End User Name Empty Device Name Empty Line Name Empty

Diagnostics

PackTrack Debug Message Tx Disabled (unchecked) Enable Unchecked

Statistics

Disabled (unchecked)

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4 READING FEATURES

4.1 ADVANCED CODE RECONSTRUCTION (ACR™ 4)

The traditional way of barcode reading could be called “Linear Reading”. In this case, the laser beam crosses the barcode symbol from its beginning to its end as shown in the following figure:

Laser Beam

Figure 60 – Linear Reading

In Advanced Code Reconstruction mode it is no longer necessary for the laser beam to cross the label from the start to the end. With just a set of partial scans on the label (obtained using the motion of the label itself), the DX6400 is able to “reconstruct” the barcode. A typical set of partial scans is shown in the figure below:

Code Direction

Figure 61 – Partial Scans

None of the partial scans contains the whole label. The decoder aligns each partial scan correctly and combines them in order to obtain the entire code.

The alignment is performed by calculating the time difference from one partial scan to another using a reference code element.

4.1.1 Tilt Angle for Advanced Code Reconstruction

The most important parameter in Advanced Code Reconstruction is the value of the maximum tilt angle (α maximum) under which the code reconstruction process is still possible.

Laser Beam

0° toαmax

= tilt angle

Figure 62 – Tilt Angle

READING FEATURES

KOKOKOK

KOK

The decoder will be able to read the label with a tilt angle between + α max and - α max as shown in the following figure:

0°

No Read

-α+

No Read

Laser Beam

Conveyor

Figure 63 – Reading Zones with α Max

The formulas to calculate α maximum depend on various parameters such as: label height, number of scans per second, code motion speed, etc.

DX6400 scanners provide omni-directional reading by dividing the scan line into two legs which produce a cross pattern where angle α is fixed for each leg (see figure below). Since code reconstruction is used, minimum label heights at different conveyor speeds are given in the tables in par. 4.4 which guarantee omni-directional reading for your application.

Conveyor

Laser Beams

Figure 64 – Omni-Directional Reading with α Max

4.2 PACKTRACK™

PackTrack™ is a patented operating mode for Datalogic Omni-Directional Reading Stations used to read and correctly assign codes read on different packs when placed in the scanner Reading Area at the same time.

In fact, in the following example, the codes of two or more consecutive packs are found at the same time in the scanner reading area. Therefore, the condition occurs where, in the sequence of the two packs, the code of the second pack is read first, just before the code of the previous pack. A system without PackTrack™ would assign the code of the second pack to first pack and vice versa, thus causing a gross error in sortation.

DX6400

Figure 65 – PackTrack™ System Layout

Working in PackTrack™ mode requires the presence of an encoder and a presence sensor to track the moving packs.

All PackTrack™ functionalities are programmed via the Genius™ tool (refer to the Genius™ Help On-Line for details).

PackTrack uses a right-handed reference system (right hand with thumb = X axis; forefinger = Y axis; middle finger = Z axis) where the X axis coincides with the PS line, the Y axis coincides with the conveyor direction and the Z axis is oriented upwards from the conveyor (see figure below).

This coordinate system is absolute for the reading station, i.e. is valid for all the scanners independently from their position or orientation with respect to the conveyor. The arrows point in the positive direction.

Conveyor direction

Conveyor

PS Line

Figure 66 – DX Scanner PackTrack™ Reference System

READING FEATURES

For DX scanners the zero coordinate references are located on the scanner.

PackTrack™ Coordinate Reference Point where x, y, z = 0

Figure 67 – DX6400 Coordinate Reference Point

4.2.1 PackTrack™ Calibration for DX6400

The DX6400 scanner calibration is already made at the factory and it is not recommended to overwrite it. By means of the Genius™ software tool SPY, the user can

set the Direction and PS Offset parameters.

Select the “SPY” option from the Tools menu or click on the related icon on the Genius™ toolbar to open the following dialog box:

Note: When selecting a slave scanner through the Master, click on the slave in the Devices window, then click the SPY icon.

SPY ICON

Figure 68 – Opening the Spy Window

DX6400

Once the Spy window has been opened, select the “PackTrack™ Calibration” option from the Tools menu:

Figure 69 – Selecting PackTrack™ Calibration Option

The following window will open:

Figure 70 – PackTrack™ Calibration Window

Set the PS Offset and Direction parameters.

Scanner Direction

The different scanner orientations are illustrated in the following figures:

Top View

Conveyor Direction

DX6400 Scanner Direction 0° Forward

READING FEATURES

Top View

Conveyor Direction

DX6400 Scanner Direction 90°

Top View

Conveyor Direction

DX6400 Scanner Direction 180° (Reverse)

Top View

Conveyor Direction

DX6400 Scanner Direction 270°

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4.2.2 Overwriting PackTrack™ Calibration for DX6400

Only necessary for special circumstances, it is possible to overwrite the factory scanner

calibration by clicking on the “Calibrate DX” button shown in the figure above.

The PackTrack™ Calibration window will expand and appear as shown in the following figure:

Position 1

Position 2

Position 3

Position 1

Position 2

Position 3

Figure 71 – Performing the PackTrack™ Calibration

To overwrite the factory scanner calibration, follow the procedure below for Leg 1:

1. Place the code at the desired position on the laser beam (Position 1).

2. Measure the X, Y and Z coordinates relative to the center of the code and enter them into the corresponding edit boxes.

3. Press the Calibrate button for Position 1 to start the calibration.

4. Repeat the same procedure for Position 2 and Position 3.

5. Press the “Validate Calibration” button to validate the calibration settings.

6. Repeat the whole procedure for Leg 2.

Before closing the dialog box, press the Run Test button to test the calibration results and efficiency.

READING FEATURES

Figure 72 – DX6400 Scan Legs

In the vast majority of systems the x and z data are not necessary. For

NOTE

these cases set x = 0, z= 0 during the calibration procedure.

4.3 PERFORMANCE

The standard scan rate is 1200 scans/sec (600 scans on each leg).

Refer to the diagrams in par. 4.5 for further details on the reading features. These diagrams are taken on various resolution sample codes at a 25 °C ambient temperature depending on the conditions listed under each diagram.

If standard models do not satisfy specific requirements, contact your nearest Datalogic distributor, supplying code samples, to obtain complete information on the reading possibilities.

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4.4 READING CONDITIONS

• ANSI Grade B minimum

• 600 scans/sec per leg

The following tables describe the requirements for standard applications.

Minimum Code Height for Omnidirectional Reading (mm)

Conveyor Speed (m/s) 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3

2/5 Inteleaved

Code Resolution

(mm)

0.38

0.50

0.60

1.00

Minimum Code Height for Omnidirectional Reading (mm)

Conveyor Speed (m/s) 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3

Code 39

Code Resolution

(mm)

0.38

0.50

0.60

1.00

14 16 18 20 22 24 18 19 21 23 25 27 21 22 24 26 28 30 34 35 36 37 39 41

Table 1

12 13 15 17 19 21 15 16 17 19 21 24 18 19 20 21 23 26 28 29 30 31 32 34

Table 2

Minimum Code Height for Omnidirectional Reading (mm)

Conveyor Speed (m/s) 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3

Code 128 – Ean 128

Code Resolution

(mm)

0.38

0.50

0.60

1.00

10 12 14 16 18 20 12 13 16 18 20 22 14 15 17 19 21 24 22 23 24 26 28 30

Table 3

Minimum Code Height for Omnidirectional Reading (mm)

Conveyor Speed (m/s) 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3

Codabar

Code Resolution

(mm)

0.38

0.50

0.60

1.00

16 18 20 22 24 26 20 22 24 26 28 30 23 25 27 29 31 34 36 38 40 42 44 47

Table 4

Minimum Code Height for Omnidirectional Reading (mm)

Conveyor Speed (m/s) 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3

EAN 8-13, UPC-A

Code Resolution

(mm)

0.38

0.50

0.60

1.00

11 12 13 15 17 19 13 14 15 16 18 20 15 16 17 18 19 22 24 25 26 27 28 29

Table 5

READING FEATURES

4.5 READING DIAGRAMS

DX6400-100-0XX Resolution: 0.38 mm/15 mils

The diagram shows a global reading area, which includes all possible focus positions with barcode density of 0.38 mm (15 mils).

-10

0 -20 -60

-40

-30

-20

-10

-60 -70

-50

-40

-80

-40-30

-90 -100 -110

-50

-120 -130

-140

-150 -160 -170

-70

-180

(cm)

(in)

(cm)

Figure 73 – DX6400 Reading Diagram 0.38 mm / 15 mils

Note: x = 0 and z = 0 correspond to the edge of the DX6400 scanner as shown in the figure above.

CONDITIONS

Code = Interleaved 2/5 or Code 39 PCS = 0.90

DX6400

DX6400-100-0XX - Resolution: 0.50 mm/20 mils

The diagram shows a global reading area, which includes all possible focus positions with barcode density of 0.50 mm (20 mils).

(in)

-70

-180

(cm)

-10

0 -20 -60

-40

-30

-20

-10

-50

-60 -70

-80

-40-30

-90 -100 -110

-50

-120 -130

-140

-150 -160 -170

(in)

(cm)

Figure 74 – DX6400 Reading Diagram 0.50 mm / 20 mils

Note: x = 0 and z = 0 correspond to the edge of the DX6400 scanner as shown in the figure above.

CONDITIONS

Code = Interleaved 2/5 or Code 39 PCS = 0.90

MAINTENANCE

5 MAINTENANCE

5.1 CLEANING

Clean the laser beam output window periodically for correct operation of the scanner (see Figure A in chapter "General View").

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 avoid any abrasive substances.

Clean the window of the DX6400 when the scanner is turned off or at least when the laser beam is not active.

WARNING

5.2 AUTOMATIC SCANNER REPLACEMENT

The Datalogic Automatic Scanner Replacement (ASR) procedure allows restoring system functioning automatically after one or more scanners are replaced in a Master/Slave Lonworks network.

The ASR procedure is principally used for PackTrack™ configurations, since it restores the PackTrack™ calibration from the slave scanner to be substituted to the new scanner.

The Master must be prepared at the time of installation in order for this procedure to work correctly.

5.2.1 ASR Network Configuration

1. On the Master scanner, check the Modify & Backup Lon Slave Scanner Configuration parameter in Genius™ and configure the Lonworks Slave Scanner

Common Parameters (Code and Reconstruction Parameters).

2. Enable the ASR procedure through the Enable A.S.R. parameter in the Master configuration.

3. Send the configuration to the Master EEPROM to force the Slave Operating Mode, Code Reading Symbologies, Reconstruction parameters and store all the Slave PackTrack™ calibration tables.

Now the Slave scanners are configured through the Master and the ASR procedure is implemented.

4. Save this configuration to file (.ddc).

5.2.2 Scanner Replacement Procedure

The ASR procedure requires replacing one scanner at a time.

NOTE

Slave

1. Power down the entire system.

2. Replace the Slave scanner with a new one (default settings).

3. Power up the system and wait for initialization.

Master

1. Load the saved configuration from file (.ddc) to the new Master.

2. Power down the entire system.

DX6400

3. Replace the Master scanner with the new one.

4. Power up the system and wait for initialization.

The ASR works only if both the Master and Slave devices have software

NOTE

6.40 or later.

TROUBLESHOOTING

6 TROUBLESHOOTING

Before contacting your local Datalogic office or Datalogic Partner or ARC, it is suggested to save the device configuration to a *.ddc file by means of

NOTE

Problem Suggestion Power On:

the “Power On” LED is not lit.

On Line Mode:

the Master’s “Phase On” LED is not lit (when external trigger activates).

On Line Mode:

the Master’s “Phase On” LED is correctly lit but nothing happens (no reading results).

Serial On Line Mode:

the reader is not triggered (no reading results).

the Genius™ software configuration program and check the device exact model and serial number.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

• Is power connected?

• If using a power adapter (like PG6000), is it

connected to the AC source?

• If using rail power, does rail have power?

• If using C-BOX 100, does it have power

(check switch and LED)? Check if you are referring to the 25/26-pin connector or to the C-BOX 100 spring clamp connectors.

• Measure voltage at pin 13 and

25 (for 25/26-pin connector) or at spring clamp 1 and 2 (for C-BOX 100).

• Check carefully if you are referring to the

25/26-pin connector or to the C-BOX 100 spring clamp connectors.

• Is sensor connected to EXT TRIG/PS input?

• Is power supplied to photo sensor?

• Is power supplied to one out of the two EXT

TRIG/PS (NPN output)?

• Is one out of the two EXT TRIG/PS grounded

(PNP output)?

• Are the photo sensor LEDs (if any) working

correctly?

• Is the sensor/reflector system aligned (if

present)?

• Is the software configuration consistent with

the application condition (operating mode, etc.)? In the Genius™ software configuration program select the OPERATING MODES folder and check for related parameters.

• In the Genius™ program select the

OPERATING MODE folder and check if serial on line is enabled as “On Line options” parameter value.

• Are the Start-Stop strings correctly assigned?

• Is the serial trigger source correctly

connected and configured?

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Problem Suggestion On Line Mode and Serial On Line

Mode:

the reader does not respond correctly to the expected external signal end.

Reading:

it is not possible to read the target barcode (always returns No Read)

• In the Genius™ software configuration

program select the OPERATING MODES folder and check the “Reading Phase Timeout” parameterization.

• Check synchronization of reading pulse with

object to read.

• Place barcode in the center of scan line and

run TEST MODE (selectable by Genius™ as Operating Modes). If you still have troubles, check the following:

• Is the reading distance within that allowed

(see reading diagrams)?

• Choose the CODE tab and enable

different code types (except Pharmacode). LENGTH = Variable.

• Is the barcode quality sufficient?

• If you had no success, try to perform the test

using the BARCODE TEST CHART included with the product.

• If working in PackTrack™ mode, verify that

the coordinates (in particular the Y axis) are correct.

Communication:

the device is not transmitting anything to the host.

• Is serial cable connected?

• Is correct wiring respected?

• If using MAIN RS232 or RS485 interface, is

the reference ground connected to proper SGND Main Isolated (also referred to as GND_ISO)? Be careful that it is not completely different from GND power ground.

• If using C-BOX 100, be sure the RS485

termination switch is positioned to OFF.

• Are serial host settings equivalent to serial

device settings?

Communication:

data do not appear on the terminal.

• In the Genius™ program enable the DATA

COMMUNICATION SETTINGS/MAINAUXILIARY PORT\DATA TX parameter.

Communication:

data transferred to the host are incorrect, corrupted or incomplete.

• In the Genius™ program select the DATA

COMMUNICATION SETTINGS/DATA FORMAT folder and check for HEADER, TERMINATOR, SEPARATOR and FILL CHAR values.

• Check the CODE FIELD LENGTH value, too.

• Are the COM port parameters correctly

assigned?

DX6400

TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Problem Suggestion How do I obtain my units’ serial

numbers?

• The device serial number is printed on the

device identification label that is affixed to the reader (Figure A, 2).

• The serial number is also displayed when

connecting the device through the Genius™ program.

• Serial numbers consist of 9 characters: one

letter, 2 numbers, another letter followed by 5 numbers.

7 TECHNICAL FEATURES

ELECTRICAL FEATURES

Supply voltage 15 to 30 Vdc Power consumption 18 W typical

24 W Max. (including startup current)

Communication Interfaces

Model–Dependent Communication Interfaces

Inputs External Trigger 1, 3 auxiliary digital inputs Outputs 3 software programmable digital

outputs

Main (isolated) Baud Rate

RS232 1200 to 115200 RS485 full-duplex 1200 to 115200 RS485 half-duplex 1200 to 115200 20 mA Current Loop

(INT-30 with C-BOX 100 only)

Auxiliary

RS232 1200 to 115200

Other

Lonworks 1.25 Mb/s

Ethernet 10 or 100 Mb/s

DX6400

19200

(optocoupled NPN or PNP)

(optocoupled)

OPTICAL FEATURES

Light receiver Avalanche photodiode Wavelength 630 to 680 nm Safety class Class 2 - EN60825-1; Class II - CDRH Light source

Up to 2 semiconductor laser diodes

Laser control Security system to turn laser off in case of motor slow

down

READING FEATURES

Scan rate up to 1500 scans/s (750 per leg) Maximum resolution Max. reading distance Max. reading width

(see reading diagrams in par. 4.5)

Max. depth of field

USER INTERFACE

LCD Display 2 lines by 16 characters LCD Keypad 3 keys LED indicators Power ON (red)

Phase ON (yellow)

TX data (green)

TECHNICAL FEATURES

SOFTWARE FEATURES

Readable Codes Interleaved 2/5 Code 39 Standard

Codabar Code 128 EAN128

Code 93 (standard and full ASCII)

EAN/UPC EAN/UPC (including Add-on 2 and Add-on 5) Code selection Up to 10 codes during one reading phase Headers and Terminators Transmitted messages can be personalized using up to

128-byte headers and 128-byte terminators Operating modes On Line

Automatic

Test

PackTrack Configuration modes Genius™ utility program Parameter storage Non-volatile internal FLASH

ENVIRONMENTAL FEATURES

Operating temperature 0° to +40 °C (+32° to +104 °F) Storage temperature -20° to +70 °C (-4° to +158 °F) Humidity 90% non condensing Ambient light immunity 10000 lux Vibration resistance 14 mm @ 2 to 10 Hz IEC 68-2-6 test FC 1.5 mm @ 13 to 55 Hz 2 hours on each axis 2 g @ 70 to 200 Hz Shock resistance IEC 68-2-27 test EA 30 g; 11 ms 3 shocks on each axis Protection class IP64*

PHYSICAL FEATURES

Mechanical dimensions 225.9 x 149.8 x 116.8 mm

(8.89 x 5.90 x 4.60 in)

Weight 2.1 kg. (4.62 lbs)

* IP50 grade for Ethernet versions.

GLOSSARY

ACR™ 4

Each version of the base has the powerful code reconstruction technology (ACR™ 4). The new fourth generation ACR™ considerably increases the code reconstruction reading capability in the case of damaged or very tilted barcodes.

Aperture

Term used on the required CDRH warning labels to describe the laser exit window.

Barcode

A pattern of variable-width bars and spaces which represents numeric or alphanumeric data in machine-readable form. The general format of a barcode symbol consists of a leading margin, start character, data or message character, check character (if any), stop character, and trailing margin. Within this framework, each recognizable symbology uses its own unique format.

Barcode Label

A label that carries a barcode and can be affixed to an article.

Baud Rate

A unit used to measure communications speed or data transfer rate.

CD SQUARE™

CD SQUARE™ provides useful information on label position and object shape elaborated during the barcode reading phase. This innovative technology identifies the area in which the code is located and measures the code distance from the scanner.

CDRH (Center for Devices and Radiological Health)

This organization (a service of the Food and Drug Administration) is responsible for the safety regulations governing acceptable limitations on electronic radiation from laser devices. Datalogic devices are in compliance with the CDRH regulations.

EEPROM

Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory. An on-board non-volatile memory chip.

FLASH™

FLASH

is the new dynamic focusing system implemented in the DX6400. FLASH to move the focus position rail to rail, from the minimum position to the maximum position, in less than 10 msec. In typical applications, where a DOF <1 meter is required, the focus position is adjusted in 4 msec.

Full Duplex

Simultaneous, two-way, independent transmission in both directions.

Half Duplex

Transmission in either direction, but not simultaneously.

is able

Host

A computer that serves other terminals in a network, providing services such as network control, database access, special programs, supervisory programs, or programming languages.

Interface

A shared boundary defined by common physical interconnection characteristics, signal characteristics and meanings of interchanged signals.

LED (Light Emitting Diode)

A low power electronic device that can serve as a visible or near infrared light source when voltage is applied continuously or in pulses. It is commonly used as an indicator light and uses less power than an incandescent light bulb but more than a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD). LEDs have extremely long lifetimes when properly operated.

Multidrop Line

A single communications circuit that interconnects many stations, each of which contains terminal devices. See RS485.

PackTrack™

PackTrack™ is a Datalogic patented parcel tracking system which improves the reading features in omnidirectional stations. In particular, PackTrack™ manages 6-sided reading systems when it is impossible to detect the real position of the code on the parcel, thus overcoming the need for external accessories essential in traditional tracking systems.

Parameter

A value that you specify to a program. Typically parameters are set to configure a device to have particular operating characteristics.

Position

The position of a scanner or light source in relation to the target of a receiving element.

Protocol

A formal set of conventions governing the formatting and relative timing of message exchange between two communicating systems.

Resolution

The narrowest element dimension which can be distinguished by a particular reading device or printed with a particular device or method.

RS232

Interface between data terminal equipment and data communication equipment employing serial binary data interchange.

RS485

Interface that specifies the electrical characteristics of generators and receivers for use in balanced digital multipoint systems such as on a Multidrop line.

Scanner

A device that examines a printed pattern (barcode) and either passes the uninterpreted data to a decoder or decodes the data and passes it onto the Host system.

Serial Port

An I/O port used to connect a scanner to your computer, identifiable by a 9-pin or 25-pin connector.

Signal

An impulse or fluctuating electrical quantity (i.e.: a voltage or current) the variations of which represent changes in information.

Step-a-Head™

Step-a-Head™ makes it possible to rotate the reader head and the decoder base independently from each other. As a result of the Step-a-Head™, the DX6400 can always be installed in the ideal position. It is possible to change the orientation of the connector panel while the laser window remains in the desired position.

Symbol

A combination of characters including start/stop and checksum characters, as required, that form a complete scannable barcode.

Trigger Signal

A signal, typically provided by a photoelectric sensor or proximity switch, which informs the scanner of the presence of an object within its reading zone.

UPC

Acronym for Universal Product Code. The standard barcode type for retail food packaging in the United States.

Visible Laser Diode

A light source used in scanners to illuminate the barcode symbol. Generates visible red light at wavelengths between 630 and 680 nm.

INDEX

Main RS485 Half Duplex; 14

Internal Net; 41

Accessories; 4 ACR™ 4; 56 Alternative Slave Address Assignment; 51 ASR Network Configuration; 67

CE Compliance; viii Cleaning; 67 Compliance; vi Connectors

25-pin connector; 11 26-pin connector; 11 Ethernet; 23 Lonworks; 20

Electrical Connections; 9 Electrical Safety; vi Express Network Setup; 48

Flash™ Dynamic Focus; 39

Continuous Mode; 39 D-Flash™ Mode; 40 Fixed Mode; 39 Triggered Mode; 40

General View; x

Ethernet Connector Panel; xi Master/Slave Connector Panel; xi

Genius™

Advanced Configuration; 51 Installation; 43

Wizard for Quick Reader Setup; 43 Glossary; 74 Guide to Installation; xii

Indicators; 3 Inputs; 15 Installation; 5 Interfaces

Auxiliary; 14

Ethernet; 24

Lonworks; 21

Main RS232; 12

Main RS485 Full Duplex; 13

Keypad and Display; 41

Large Synchronized Network; 36 Laser Safety; vi LEDs; 3

Mounting the Scanner; 6 Mounting with Accessories; 8 Multidata Network; 37

Net-Autoset; 48 Network Setup; 46 Network Termination; 21 Network Wizard; 49

Operating Mode

Automatic; 45 On Line; 45

Test; 44 Outputs; 17 Overall Dimensions; 7 Overwriting PackTrack™ Calibration; 62

Package Contents; 5 PackTrack™; 57 PackTrack™ Calibration; 59 Parameter Explorer Window; 51 Parameter Groups

Default Values; 52 Patents; v Performance; 63 Power Supply; vii; 25

Reading Conditions; 64 Reading Diagrams; 65 Reading Features; 56 Reference Documentation; v

Scanner Direction; 60 Scanner Replacement; 67 Scanner Replacement Procedure; 68 Services and Support; v Small Synchronized Network; 34 Software Configuration; 43

Technical Features; 72 Test Mode Using Keypad; 42

Troubleshooting; 69 Typical Layouts; 27

Fieldbus Network; 38

Local Lonworks Network; 33

Multiplexer; 32

Pass Through; 29

Point-to-Point; 27

RS232 Master/Slave; 30

WEEE Compliance; viii

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Datalogic Scanning DX6400 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

CONTENTS

REFERENCES

REFERENCE DOCUMENTATION

SERVICES AND SUPPORT

PATENTS

COMPLIANCE

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

LASER SAFETY

POWER SUPPLY

CE COMPLIANCE

WEEE COMPLIANCE

GENERAL VIEW

GUIDE TO INSTALLATION

POINT-TO-POINT INSTALLATION

MASTER/SLAVE LONWORKS INSTALLATION

INTRODUCTION

INSTALLATION

2.2.1 Mounting the Scanner

2.2.2 Mounting the Scanner with Accessories

2.3.1 Main/Aux. Serial Interface and I/O Connector

USER INTERFACE

Fieldbus Network

• Fixed Mode

• Continuous Mode

SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION

3.2.1 Wizard for Quick Reader Setup

3.2.2 Genius™ Network Setup Through Master

4.1.1 Tilt Angle for Advanced Code Reconstruction

4.2.1 PackTrack™ Calibration for DX6400

MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING

GLOSSARY

INDEX

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY