Datalogic Scanning Matrix 400 User Manual

MATRIX 400™
Reference Manual
Datalogic Automation S.r.l. Via S. Vitalino 13 40012 - Lippo di Calderara di Reno Bologna - Italy
Matrix 400™ Reference Manual
Ed.: 12/2008
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Product names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks and or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Datalogic is a registered trademark of Datalogic S.p.A. in many countries and the Datalogic logo is a trademark of Datalogic S.p.A.
Datalogic Automation S.r.l. 2007 - 2008
12/12/08

CONTENTS

REFERENCES ............................................................................................................vi
Conventions................................................................................................................. vi
Reference Documentation........................................................................................... vi
Service and Support .................................................................................................... vi
Patents......................................................................................................................... vi
COMPLIANCE............................................................................................................vii
EMC Compliance.........................................................................................................vii
Power Supply...............................................................................................................vii
LED Class....................................................................................................................vii
CE Compliance............................................................................................................vii
FCC Compliance .........................................................................................................vii
HANDLING................................................................................................................viii
GENERAL VIEW.......................................................................................................... x
1 RAPID CONFIGURATION ...........................................................................................1
Step 1 – Assemble the Reader.....................................................................................1
Step 2 – Connect the System.......................................................................................2
Step 3 – Mount and Position the Reader......................................................................5
Step 4 – Focus the Reader...........................................................................................6
Step 5 – Calibrate Image Density................................................................................. 7
Step 6 – X-PRESS™ Configuration..............................................................................9
Step 7 – Installing VisiSet™ Configuration Program ..................................................11
Step 8 – Configuration Using Setup Wizard ...............................................................12
Step 9 – Test Mode ....................................................................................................18
Advanced Reader Configuration.................................................................................19
2 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................20
2.1 Product Description ....................................................................................................20
2.2 Indicators and Keypad Button.....................................................................................24
2.3 ID-NET™ ....................................................................................................................25
2.3.1 How To Setup/Configure the Reader Network ...........................................................26
2.4 X-PRESS™ Human Machine Interface ......................................................................28
2.4.1 X-PRESS™ Functions................................................................................................28
2.5 Model Description.......................................................................................................30
2.6 Accessories ................................................................................................................31
2.7 Application Examples .................................................................................................32
2.8 External Lighting Systems ..........................................................................................35
3 INSTALLATION .........................................................................................................39
3.1 Package Contents ......................................................................................................39
3.2 Mechanical Dimensions..............................................................................................40
3.3 Mounting and Positioning Matrix 400™...................................................................... 42
4 CBX ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS.........................................................................44
4.1 Power Supply..............................................................................................................45
4.2 Main Serial Interface...................................................................................................45
4.2.1 RS232 Interface..........................................................................................................46
4.2.2 RS485 Full-Duplex Interface.......................................................................................47
4.2.3 RS485 Half-Duplex Interface...................................................................................... 48
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ID-NET™ Interface .....................................................................................................50
4.3
4.3.1 ID-NET™ Cables........................................................................................................50
4.3.2 ID-NET™ Response Time.......................................................................................... 51
4.3.3 ID-NET™ Network Termination..................................................................................55
4.4 Auxiliary RS232 Interface ...........................................................................................55
4.5 Inputs..........................................................................................................................56
4.6 Outputs .......................................................................................................................59
4.7 External Lighting Systems ..........................................................................................61
4.8 User Interface - Host...................................................................................................62
5 MATRIX 400™ CONNECTOR ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS................................ 63
5.1 M16 19-Pin Connector................................................................................................63
5.2 M12-D 4-Pin Connector (Ethernet) ............................................................................. 64
5.3 Power Supply..............................................................................................................64
5.4 Main Serial Interface...................................................................................................64
5.4.1 RS232 Interface..........................................................................................................65
5.4.2 RS485 Full-Duplex Interface.......................................................................................66
5.4.3 RS485 Half-Duplex Interface...................................................................................... 67
5.5 ID-NET™ Interface .....................................................................................................69
5.5.1 ID-NET™ Cables........................................................................................................69
5.5.2 ID-NET™ Response Time.......................................................................................... 70
5.5.3 ID-NET™ Network Termination..................................................................................74
5.6 Auxiliary RS232 Interface ...........................................................................................74
5.7 Ethernet Interface (Matrix 400 XXX-010 models only) ...............................................75
5.8 Inputs..........................................................................................................................76
5.9 Outputs .......................................................................................................................79
5.10 User Interface .............................................................................................................81
6 TYPICAL LAYOUTS ..................................................................................................82
6.1 Point-to-Point..............................................................................................................82
6.2 Pass-Through .............................................................................................................84
6.3 ID-NET™ ....................................................................................................................86
6.4 RS232 Master/Slave...................................................................................................89
6.5 Multiplexer ..................................................................................................................90
6.6 Ethernet Connection (Matrix 400 XXX-010 models only) ...........................................91
7 READING FEATURES...............................................................................................93
7.1 Optical Accessory Selection .......................................................................................93
7.2 Horizontal FOV vs. Reading Distance Diagrams........................................................94
7.2.1 How to Use the Diagrams...........................................................................................94
7.2.2 1D (Linear) Codes ......................................................................................................95
7.2.3 2D (Bi-dimensional) Codes.........................................................................................97
7.3 Maximum Line Speed and Exposure Time Calculations ............................................99
8 SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION..............................................................................102
8.1 VisiSet™ System Requirements...............................................................................102
8.2 Installing VisiSet™....................................................................................................102
8.3 Startup ......................................................................................................................103
8.3.1 VisiSet™ Options......................................................................................................104
8.4 Configuration ............................................................................................................106
8.4.1 Edit Reader Parameters ...........................................................................................107
8.4.2 Send Configuration Options......................................................................................109
8.4.3 Calibration.................................................................................................................112
8.4.4 Multi Image Acquisition Settings...............................................................................116
8.4.5 Run Time Self Tuning (RTST) ..................................................................................116
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Region Of Interest Windowing.................................................................................. 117
8.4.6
8.4.7 Direct Part Marking Applications...............................................................................118
8.5 Image Capture and Decoding...................................................................................120
8.6 Statistics ...................................................................................................................120
9 MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................121
9.1 Cleaning....................................................................................................................121
10 TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................................................122
10.1 General Guidelines...................................................................................................122
11 TECHNICAL FEATURES.........................................................................................125
GLOSSARY..............................................................................................................127
INDEX.......................................................................................................................130
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REFERENCES

CONVENTIONS

This manual uses the following conventions:
"User" refers to anyone using a Matrix 400™ reader. "Reader" refers to the Matrix 400™ reader. "You" refers to the System Administrator or Technical Support person using this manual to install, configure, operate, maintain or troubleshoot a Matrix 400™ reader.

REFERENCE DOCUMENTATION

For further details refer to: the VisiSet™ Help On Line, Matrix Reading Methods, Matrix Host Mode Programming, Matrix SW Parameter Guide, Matrix Code Quality Verifier Solution provided as supplementary documentation on CD-ROM.

SERVICE 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 links including:
indicated for further information
PRODUCTS
Search through the links to arrive at your product page where you can download specific
Manuals
- VisiSet™ a utility program, which allows device configuration using a PC. It provides
RS232 and Ethernet interface configuration.
SERVICES & SUPPORT
- Datalogic Services
- Authorised Repair Centres
CONTACT US
E-mail form and listing of Datalogic Subsidiaries
and Software & Utilities
- Warranty Extensions and Maintenance Agreements

PATENTS

This product is covered by one or more of the following patents: U.S. patents: 6,512,218 B1; 6,616,039 B1; 6,808,114 B1; 6,997,385 B2; 7,102,116 B2;
7,282,688 B2 European patents: 999,514 B1; 1,014,292 B1; 1,128,315 B1.
Additional patents pending.
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COMPLIANCE

For installation, use and maintenance it is not necessary to open the reader.

EMC COMPLIANCE

In order to meet the EMC requirements:
connect reader chassis to the plant earth ground by means of a flat copper braid shorter
than 100 mm;
for CBX connections, connect the pin "Earth" to a good Earth Ground for direct connections, connect the main interface cable shield to pin K of the 19-pin
connector;

POWER SUPPLY

ATTENTION: READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE INSTALLING THE PRODUCT
This product is intended to be installed by Qualified Personnel only.
This product is intended to be connected to a UL Listed Computer which supplies power directly to the reader or a UL Listed Direct Plug-in Power Unit marked LPS or “Class 2”, rated 10 to 30 V, minimum 1 A.

LED CLASS

Class 1 LED Product to EN60825-1:2001

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.

FCC COMPLIANCE

Modifications or changes to this equipment without the expressed written approval of Datalogic could void the authority to use the equipment.
This device complies with PART 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference which may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
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HANDLING

The Matrix 400™ is designed to be used in an industrial environment and is built to withstand vibration and shock when correctly installed, however it is also a precision product and therefore before and during installation it must be handled correctly to avoid damage.
avoid that the readers are dropped (exceeding shock limits).
do not fine tune the positioning by striking the reader or bracket.
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do not weld the reader into position which can cause electrostatic, heat or reading
window damage.
do not spray paint near the reader which can cause reading window damage.
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GENERAL VIEW

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Device Class Label
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Mounting Holes (12)
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Lens Cover
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Lens
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(separate accessory)
Internal Illuminator (separate accessory)
Figure A
HMI X-PRESS™ Interface
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"POWER ON" LED
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Power - Serial Interfaces - I/O Connector
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Ethernet Connector
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Ethernet Connection LED
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(Ethernet Models Only)
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(Ethernet Models Only)
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1 RAPID CONFIGURATION

STEP 1 – ASSEMBLE THE READER

The first step to perform is to assemble the accessories that make up the Matrix reader. The lens and either an internal or an external illuminator must be used. This procedure shows an internal illuminator.
Matrix 400™ must be disconnected from the power supply during this procedure.
CAUTION
1. In a dust-free environment, remove the Matrix 400™ Lens Cover by unscrewing it.
Do not touch the sensor aperture, lens glass or lens cover glass. These areas must be kept clean. Avoid any abrasive substances that might damage
CAUTION
these surfaces during cleaning.
400™
2. Remove the sensor protection label by pulling it off of the base.
3. Mount the lens by screwing it tightly onto the base.
4. If using an internal illuminator: a. Mount the 4 internal illuminator spacers into the holes provided on the base. b. Align and mount the Illuminator board tightly onto the spacers using the 4 screws
provided in the illuminator package. The spacers are positioned asymmetrically to avoid incorrect alignment.
5. To keep dust and dirt off of the lens during mounting, temporarily replace the lens cover.
Locking Knobs
Internal Illuminator
Lens Cover
Illuminator Spacers
Figure 1 – Assembling Matrix 400™ Accessories
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Required Accessories
The following table shows the correct lens/illuminator combinations to be used for Matrix 400™ imager assembly.
Lenses
93ACC1793 LNS-1006 6 mm C-Mount Lens
(only for Matrix 400 600-0x0 models)
93ACC1794 LNS-1109 9 mm C-Mount Lens 93A401020
93ACC1795 LNS-1112 12.5 mm C-Mount Lens 93A401020
93ACC1796 LNS-1116 16 mm C-Mount Lens 93A401019
93ACC1797 LNS-1125 25 mm C-Mount Lens 93A401019
93ACC1798 LNS-1135 35 mm C-Mount Lens 93A401024 LT-006 Red Super Narrow Angle 93ACC1799 LNS-1150 50 mm C-Mount Lens 93A401024 LT-006 Red Super Narrow Angle
Internal Illuminators
93A401020 93A401022
93A401022
93A401022
93A401021
93A401021
LT-002 LT-004 LT-002 LT-004 LT-002 LT-004 LT-001 LT-003 LT-001 LT-003
Red Wide Angle White Wide Angle Red Wide Angle White Wide Angle Red Wide Angle White Wide Angle Red Narrow Angle White Narrow Angle Red Narrow Angle White Narrow Angle

STEP 2 – CONNECT THE SYSTEM

To connect the system in a Stand Alone configuration, you need the hardware indicated in Figure 2. In this layout the data is transmitted to the Host on the main serial interface. Data can also b interface selection.
When One Shot or Phase Mode Operating mode is used, the reader is activated by an External Trigger (photoelectric sensor) when the object enters its reading zone.
e transmitted on the RS232 auxiliary interface independently from the main
PG 6000
CBX
CAB-MS01
2
Matrix 400™
Main Interface
P.S.
*
Figure 2 – Matrix 400™ in Stand Alone Layout
I/O, AUX
* External Trigger or Presence Sensor
(for One Shot or Phase Mode)
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CBX100/CBX500 Pinout for Matrix 400™
The table below gives the pinout of the CBX100/CBX500 terminal block connectors. Use this pinout when the Matrix 400™ reader is connected by means of the CBX100/CBX500:
CBX100/500 Terminal Block Connectors
Input Power Outputs
Vdc Power Supply Input Voltage + +V Power Source - Outputs
GND Power Supply Input Voltage - -V Power Reference - Outputs
Earth Protection Earth Ground O1+ Output 1 +
O1- Output 1 -
Inputs
+V Power Source – External Trigger O2- Output 2 ­I1A External Trigger A (polarity insensitive) I1B External Trigger B (polarity insensitive) TX Auxiliary Interface TX
-V Power Reference – External Trigger RX Auxiliary Interface RX
+V Power Source – Inputs SGND Auxiliary Interface Reference I2A Input 2 A (polarity insensitive) I2B Input 2 B (polarity insensitive) REF Network Reference
-V Power Reference – Inputs ID+ ID-NET™ network +
Shield
Shield Network Cable Shield
Main Interface
RS232 RS485 Full-Duplex RS485 Half-Duplex
TX TX+ RTX+ RTS TX- RTX­ RX *RX+ CTS *RX- SGND SGND SGND
* Do not leave floating, see par. 4.2.2 for connection details.
O2+ Output 2 +
Auxiliary Interface
ID-NET™
ID- ID-NET™ network -
CAUTION
Do not connect GND, SGND and REF to different (external) ground references. GND, SGND and REF are internally connected through filtering circuitry which can be permanently damaged if subjected to voltage drops over 0.8 Vdc.
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19-pin Connector Pinout for Matrix 400™
The table below gives the pinout of the 19-pin M16 male connector for connection to the power supply and input/output signals. Use this pinout when the Matrix 400™ reader is connected by means of the 19-pin connector:
Figure 3 - 19-pin M16 Male Connector
19-pin M16 male connector pinout
Pin Name Function
A Vdc Power supply input voltage + L GND Power supply input voltage -
K CHASSIS
Cable shield internally connected by capacitor to the
chassis B I1A External Trigger A (polarity insensitive) C I1B External Trigger B (polarity insensitive) D I2A Input 2 A (polarity insensitive) E I2B Input 2 B (polarity insensitive) H O1+ Output 1 + F O1- Output 1 -
G O2+ Output 2 +
I O2- Output 2 ­S RX Auxiliary RS232 RX O TX Auxiliary RS232 TX R ID+ ID-NET™ network + P ID- ID-NET™ network -
Pin Name RS232
M TX TX+ RTX+ U RX *RX+ N RTS TX- RTX-
T
MAIN
INTERFACE
(SW
SELECTABLE)
CTS *RX-
RS485
Full-Duplex
* Do not leave floating, see par. 5.4.2 for connection details.
RS485
Half-Duplex
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STEP 3 – MOUNT AND POSITION THE READER

1. To mount the Matrix 400™, use the mounting brackets to obtain the most suitable position for the reader. Two of the most common mounting configurations are shown in the figures below. Other mounting solutions are provided in par. 3.3.
Pitch
Tilt
Figure 4 –Positioning with Mounting Bracket (Back)
Pitch
Skew
Figure 5 –Positioning with Mounting Bracket (Side)
2. When mounting the Matrix 400™ take into consideration these three ideal label position angles: Pitch or Skew 10° to 20° and Tilt 0°, although the reader can read a code at any tilt angle.
Minimize Assure at least 10° Minimize
P
Figure 6 – Pitch, Skew and Tilt Angles
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3. Refer to the Reading Features table in chp. 7 for FOV calculation and minimum distance requirements according to the base/lens combination used for your application.
Rapid Configuration of the Matrix 400™ reader can be made either through the X-PRESS™ interface (steps 4-6) which requires no PC connection, or by using the VisiSet™ Setup Wizard (steps 7-8). Select the procedure according
NOTE
to your needs.

STEP 4 – FOCUS THE READER

Matrix 400™ provides a built-in tool called Blue Diamonds™ to aid focusing the reader. The Blue Diamonds™ are accessed through the X-PRESS™ Interface.
1. Remove the lens cover in order to focus the reader.
2. Prepare the correct accessory lens for your application: a. Loosen the two Locking Knobs on the lens. b. Adjust the Focus ring to the "Far position" and the Diaphragm ring to the "F4"
number setting which is the preferred setting for installation.
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3. Power the reader on. During the reader startup (reset or restart phase), all the LEDs blink for one second. On the connector side of the reader near the cable, the “POWER ON” LED (blue) indicates the reader is correctly powered.
4. Enter the Focus function by pressing and holding the X-PRESS™ push button until the Focus LED is on.
5. Release the button to enter the Focus function. The Blue Diamonds™ turn on.
The procedure is as follows: A) Adjust the Focus ring towards the "Near position" until
the Blue Diamonds™ are perfectly in focus, see Figure 8.
At long foca
l distances a "skew" angle may cause a noticeable difference in focus between the two diamonds, in this case select the best possible focus (both diamonds slightly out of focus). Tighten the Focus Locking Knob.
green
green
ellow
ellow
red
READY
LEARN
GOOD
SETUP
RIGGER
FOCUS
COM
STATUS
B) Tighten the Diaphragm Locking Knob.
Figure 7 – X-PRESS™ Interface:
Focus Function
If necessary you can use the Fine Focusing Tool in the VisiSet™ Setup Wizard for fine focusing. See Step 8.
NOTE
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For far reading distances, the Diaphragm ring can be set to values between F2 and F4 to increase image lighting and Blue
Diamond™ visibility.
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FOV
Blue Diamond™
in focus
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Figure 8 – Focus Function Using Blue Diamonds™
6. Exit the Focus function by pressing the X-PRESS™ push button once. The Blue Diamonds™ turn off.
7. Replace the lens cover, screwing it tightly to the base.

STEP 5 – CALIBRATE IMAGE DENSITY

In order to function correctly to the fullest extent of its capabilities, Matrix 400™ must acquire information regarding image density or PPI (pixels per inch). This calibration takes place through the X-PRESS™ Interface and the Grade A Barcode Test Chart included in the package. This procedure is necessary for the first time installation, if the lens type is changed or if the focal distance is changed.
Locate
1. Enter the Focus function by pressing and holding the X-PRESS™ push button until the Focus LED is on.
2. Release the button to enter the Focus function. The Blue Diamonds™ turn on.
3. From the Grade A Barcode Test Chart, select the longest code whose length fits between the two Blue Diamonds™. Rotate the code 90 degrees and position the code at the center of the FOV (equidistant from the Blue Diamonds™).
4. Exit the Focus function by pressing the X-PRESS™ push button once. The Blue Diamonds™ turn off.
READY
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GOOD
reen
RIGGER
ellow
COM
ellow
STATUS
red
Figure 9 – X-PRESS™ Interface:
Locate Function
LEARN
SETUP
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Setup
5. Enter the Setup function by pressing and holding the
X-PRESS™ push button until the Setup LED is on.
6. Release the button to enter the Setup function. The
Setup LED will blink until the procedure is completed.
The Setup procedure ends when the Image Acquisition parameters are successfully saved in the reader memory, the Setup LED will remain on continuously and Matrix 400™ emits 3 high pitched beeps.
If the calibration cannot be reached after a timeout of about 5 (five) seconds Matrix 400™ will exit without saving the parameters to memory, the Setup LED will not remain on continuously but it will just stop blinking. In this case Matrix 400™ emits a long low pitched beep.
7. Exit the Setup function by pressing the X-PRESS™
push button once.
Learn
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READY
green
GOOD
green
RIGGER
ellow
COM
ellow
STATUS
red
LEARN
SETUP
FOCUS
Figure 10 – X-PRESS™ Interface:
Setup Function
8. Enter the Learn function by pressing and holding the
X-PRESS™ push button until the Learn LED is on.
9. Release the button to enter the Learn function. The
Learn LED will blink until the procedure is completed.
The Learn procedure ends when the Image Density value is successfully saved in the reader memory, the Learn LED will remain on continuously, the Green Spot is activated and Matrix 400™ emits 3 high pitched beeps.
If the calibration cannot be reached after a timeout of about 3 (three) minutes Matrix 400™ will exit without saving the parameters to memory, the Learn LED will not remain on continuously but it will just stop blinking. In this case Matrix 400™ emits a long low pitched beep.
10. Exit the Setup function by pressing the X-PRESS™
push button once.
READY
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GOOD
reen
RIGGER
ellow
COM
ellow
STATUS
red
Figure 11 – X-PRESS™ Interface:
Learn Function
LEARN
SETUP
FOCUS
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STEP 6 – X-PRESS™ CONFIGURATION

Once Matrix 400™ has calibrated image density, you can configure it for optimal code reading relative to your application. This configuration can be performed either through the X­PRESS™ Interface or the VisiSet™ configuration program.
Locate
1. Enter the Focus function by pressing and holding the X-PRESS™ push button until the Focus LED is on.
2. Release the button to enter the Focus function. The Blue Diamonds™ turn on.
3. Select a code from your application. Position the code at the center of the FOV (equidistant from the Blue Diamonds™).
4. Exit the Focus function by pressing the X­PRESS™ push button once. The Blue Diamonds™ turn off.
reen
reen
ellow
ellow
red
Figure 12 – X-PRESS™ Interface:
READY
LEARN
GOOD
SETUP
RIGGER
FOCUS
COM
STATUS
Locate Function
Setup
5. Enter the Setup function by pressing and holding the X-PRESS™ push button until the Setup LED is on.
6. Release the button to enter the Setup function. The Setup LED will blink until the procedure is completed.
The Setup procedure ends when the Image Acquisition parameters are successfully saved in the reader memory, the Setup LED will remain on continuously and Matrix 400™ emits 3 high pitched beeps.
If the calibration cannot be reached after a timeout of about 5 (five) seconds Matrix 400™ will exit without saving the parameters to memory, the Setup LED will not
remain on continuously but it will just stop blinking. In this case Matrix 400™ emits a long low pitched beep.
7. Exit the Setup function by pressing the X­PRESS™ push button once.
READY
green
GOOD
green
RIGGER
ellow
COM
ellow
STATUS
red
Figure 13 – X-PRESS™ Interface:
Setup Function
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Learn
8. Enter the Learn function by pressing and holding the X-PRESS™ push button until the Learn LED is on.
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9. Release the button to enter the Learn function. The Learn LED will blink until the procedure is completed.
The Learn procedure ends when the Image Processing and Decoding parameters are successfully saved in the reader memory, the Learn LED will remain on continuously, the Green Spot is activated and Matrix 400™ emits 3 high pitched beeps.
If the calibration cannot be reached after a timeout of about 3 (three) minutes Matrix 400™ will exit
green
green
ellow
ellow
red
READY
GOOD
RIGGER
COM
STATUS
without saving the parameters to memory, the Learn LED will not just stop blinking. In this case Matrix 400™ emits a
remain on continuously but it will
Figure 14 – X-PRESS™ Interface:
Learn Function
long low pitched beep.
10. Exit the Setup function by pressing the X­PRESS™ push button once.
If you have used this procedure to configure Matrix 400™ go to step 9.
LEARN
SETUP
FOCUS
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STEP 7 – INSTALLING VISISET™ CONFIGURATION PROGRAM

VisiSet
Setup Wizard for rapid configuration and new users; Defined configuration directly stored in the reader; Communication protocol independent from the physical interface allowing to consider the
To install VisiSet™, turn on the PC that will be used for the configuration, running Windows 98, 2000/NT, XP or Vista, then insert the VisiSet™ CD-ROM, wait for the CD to autorun and follow the installation procedure.
This configuration procedure assumes a laptop computer, running VisiSet™, is connected to the reader's auxiliary port.
After installing and running the VisiSet™ software program the following window:
is a Datalogic reader configuration tool providing several important advantages:
reader as a remote object to be configured and monitored.
Figure 15 - VisiSet™ Opening Window
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Set the communication parameters from the "Options" menu. Then select "Connect", the following window appears:
Figure 16 - VisiSet™ Main Window After Connection

STEP 8 – CONFIGURATION USING SETUP WIZARD

The Setup Wizard option is advised for rapid configuration or for new users. It allows reader configuration in a few easy steps.
1. Select the Setup Wizard button from the Main menu.
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2. Remove the lens cover in order to focus the reader and loosen the two Locking Knobs on the lens.
Adjust the Focus ring to the "Far position" and the Diaphragm ring to the "F4"
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number
setting which is the preferred setting for installation.
Place the Grade A Barcode Test Chart in front of the reader at the correct reading distance (see step 3 and the Optical Accessory Selection table in the par. 7.1).
3.
Press the "Positioning" button. The reader continuously acquires images and gives visual feedback in the view image window. Select the largest code from the chart that completely fits into the view image window. Move the reader (or code) to center it. The code must be aligned across the X-axis reference line at the center of the FOV. See figure below.
Press the Positioning button again to stop positioning.
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2
For far reading distances, the Diaphragm ring can be set to values between F2 and F4 to increase image lighting.
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4. Select a Calibration Mode choice and press the "Calibrate" button. The reader flashes once acquiring the image and auto determines the best exposure and gain settings. If the code symbology is enabled by default, the code will also be decoded.
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5. Press the "Fine Focusing" button to activate the Fine Focusing Tool. The reader continuously acquires images and gives visual feedback on the focusing quality in the Focusing Tool window.
Rotate the Focusing ring on the lens. The Current Focus Quality Bar (green) together with the vertical optimal focus line (green) increase together until the optimal focus is reached; the vertical optimal focus line stops.
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Continue rotating the Focusing ring on the lens a little farther; the Current Focus
Quality Bar decreases (red) see below.
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Rotate the Focusing ring in the opposite direction. The Current Focus Quality Bar (green) increases towards the vertical optimal focus line (green) until the optimal focus is reached; the Current Focus Quality Bar touches the vertical optimal focus line (indicating the best focus).
Tighten the Locking Knobs on the lens and press the "Close" button to return to the Setup Wizard.
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6. Select a Code Setting Mode choice and press the "Code Setting" button. Using the Grade A Barcode Test Chart, this step performs image density calibration in order for Matrix 400™ to function correctly and to the fullest extent of its capabilities.
The Setup Result section of the Setup Wizard window shows the code type results and the image density calibration settings.
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7. Place the application specific code in front of the reader at the same reading distance and repeat steps 3, 4, and 6.
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8. Select a Saving Options choice and press the "Save" button.
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9. Close the Setup Wizard.
If your application has been configured using the VisiSet™ Setup Wizard, your reader is ready. If necessary you can use VisiSet™ for advanced reader
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STEP 9 – TEST MODE

Use a code suitable to your application to test the reading performance of the system.
1. Enter the Test function by pressing and holding the X-PRESS™ push button until the Test LED is on.
2. Release the button to enter the Test function.
Once entered, the Bar Graph on the five LEDs is activated and if the reader starts reading codes the Bar-Graph shows the Good Read Rate. In case of no read condition, only the STATUS LED is on and blinks.
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3. To exit the Test, press the X-PRESS™ push button once.
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ADVANCED READER CONFIGURATION

For further details on advanced product configuration, refer to the VisiSet™ Help On-Line.
The following are alternative or advanced reader configuration methods:
Advanced Configuration Using VisiSet™
Advanced configuration can be performed through the VisiSet™ program by selecting Device> Get Configuration From Temporary Memory to open the Parameter Setup window in off-line mode. Advanced configuration is addressed to expert users being able to complete a detailed reader configuration. The desired parameters can be defined in the various folders of the Parameter Setup window and then sent to the reader memory (either Temporary or Permanent):
Figure 18 - VisiSet™ Parameter Setup Window
Host Mode Programming
The reader can also be configured from a host computer using the Host Mode programming procedure, by commands via the serial interface. See the Host Mode Programming file on the CD-ROM.
Alternative Layouts
If you need to install an Ethernet network, ID-NET™ network, Fieldbus network, Pass­Through network, Multiplexer network or an RS232 Master/Slave refer to the Matrix 400™ Reference Manual.
Code Quality Verification
Matrix 400™ can be used as a Code Quality Verifier according to the ISO/IEC 15415, ISO/IEC 15416, AS9132, and AIM DPM Standards. For more details see the Matrix 400™ Code Quality Verifier Solution manual on the CD-ROM.
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2 INTRODUCTION

2.1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Matrix 400™ is a Datalogic industrial compact 2D imager designed and produced to be a high performance affordable solution for both linear and two-dimensional code reading applications.
Matrix 400™ uses imaging technology and provides complete reading system functions by integrating image capturing, decoding and communicating in a single compact and versatile product.
Matrix 400™ sets a new standard in 2D imager technology offering high performance with improved reading flexibility thanks to its intrinsic modularity.
Matrix 400™ features excellent reading and verifying performance thanks to 1.3 and 2.0 Mega pixel sensors and smart proprietary decoding libraries.
The modular combination of Mega pixels sensors, powerful lighting and adjustable C-Mount lenses provide high flexibility in covering application with various requirements.
Innovative X-PRESS™ interface, combined with Blue Diamonds™ aiming and focusing system and a Good Read Spot, enhance the ease of setup and use.
Rugged construction, IP67 protection and max 50°C operative temperature make the Matrix 400™ the ideal product for industrial applications.
Matrix 400™ has been developed for use in numerous industries like:
Automotive
DPM (Direct Part Marked) Reading and Verification Tires Sorting
Electronics
Large PCB Board Tracking Electronics Product Tracking
Distribution & Retail Industry
Presentation Scanner Small Objects Tracking & Sorting Warehouse applications
Medical & Pharmaceutical
Medical Devices Traceability Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing Chemical & Biomedical Analysis
Food & Beverage
Work in Progress Traceability Code Quality Control
This technology intrinsically provides omni-directional reading.
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