Datalogic Scanning Reader Matrix-1000 User Manual
MATRIX-1000™
Reference Manual
Datalogic Automation S.r.l.
Via S. Vitalino 13
40012 - Lippo di Calderara di Reno
Bologna - Italy
Matrix-1000™ Reference Manual
Ed.: 05/2007
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Product names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks and or
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© Datalogic Automation S.r.l. 2000 - 2007
24/05/07
CONTENTS
REFERENCES .............................................................................................................v
Conventions..................................................................................................................v
Reference Documentation............................................................................................ v
Service and Support ..................................................................................................... v
Patents.......................................................................................................................... v
Compliance ................................................................................................................vi
EMC Compliance......................................................................................................... vi
Power Supply............................................................................................................... vi
LED Class.................................................................................................................... vi
CE Compliance............................................................................................................ vi
WEEE Compliance ...................................................................................................... vi
GENERAL VIEW........................................................................................................vii
1 RAPID CONFIGURATION ...........................................................................................1
Step 1 – Connecting the System ..................................................................................1
Step 2 – Mounting and Positioning the System............................................................2
Step 3 – Autolearning Configuration.............................................................................3
Step 4 – Installing VisiSet™ Configuration Program ....................................................6
Advanced Reader Configuration...................................................................................9
2 GENERAL FEATURES..............................................................................................10
2.1 Introduction.................................................................................................................10
2.2 Description..................................................................................................................11
2.3 Model Description.......................................................................................................13
2.4 Accessories ................................................................................................................13
2.5 Application Examples .................................................................................................14
3 INSTALLATION .........................................................................................................16
3.1 Package Contents ......................................................................................................16
3.2 Mechanical Installation ...............................................................................................17
3.2.1 Mounting Matrix-1000™ .............................................................................................19
3.3 Electrical Connections ................................................................................................20
3.3.1 Power Supply..............................................................................................................23
3.3.2 RS485 Half-Duplex Interface......................................................................................24
3.3.3 Auxiliary RS232 Interface ...........................................................................................26
3.3.4 Input............................................................................................................................27
3.3.5 Output.........................................................................................................................28
3.4 User Interface .............................................................................................................30
3.5 Positioning ..................................................................................................................31
3.6 Typical Layouts...........................................................................................................33
3.6.1 Point-to-Point..............................................................................................................33
3.6.2 Multiplexer ..................................................................................................................34
4 SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION................................................................................35
4.1 VisiSet™ System Requirements................................................................................. 35
4.2 Installing VisiSet™......................................................................................................35
4.3 Startup ........................................................................................................................36
4.3.1 VisiSet™ Options........................................................................................................37
4.4 Configuration ..............................................................................................................39
4.4.1 Edit Reader Parameters .............................................................................................40
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4.4.2 Calibration...................................................................................................................43
4.5 Image Capture and Decoding.....................................................................................47
4.6 Statistics .....................................................................................................................47
5 MAINTENANCE .........................................................................................................48
5.1 Cleaning......................................................................................................................48
6 TROUBLESHOOTING ...............................................................................................49
6.1 General Guidelines.....................................................................................................49
7 TECHNICAL FEATURES........................................................................................... 52
GLOSSARY................................................................................................................ 54
INDEX.........................................................................................................................57
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REFERENCES
CONVENTIONS
This manual uses the following conventions:
"User" refers to anyone using a Matrix-1000™ reader.
"Reader" refers to the Matrix-1000™ reader.
"You" refers to the System Administrator or Technical Support person using this manual to
install, configure, operate, maintain or troubleshoot a Matrix-1000™ reader.
REFERENCE DOCUMENTATION
For further details refer to: the VisiSet™ Help On Line, Matrix Reading Methods, Matrix Host
Mode Programming, Matrix SW Parameter Guide, 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
including:
links indicated for further information
•
PRODUCTS
Search through the links to arrive at your product page where you can download specific
Manuals and Software & Utilities
- VisiSet™ a utility program, which allows device configuration using a PC. It provides
RS232 and Ethernet interface configuration.
SERVICES & SUPPORT
•
-
Datalogic Services - Warranty Extensions and Maintenance Agreements
-
Authorised Repair Centres
• CONTACT US
E-mail form and listing of Datalogic Subsidiaries
PATENTS
This product is covered by one or more of the following patents:
U.S. patent: 6,512,218 B1; 6,616,039 B1
European patent: 999,514 B1; 1,014,292 B1.
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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;
• connect the main interface cable shield to pin 1 of the reader 25-pin connector;
• use two clip-on ferrite sleeves (type Stewart 28A2029-0A0) on the main interface cable
near the reader 25-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.
WEEE COMPLIANCE
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Matrix-1000™
1
Reading Window
2
3
Figure A
4
6
External Trigger LED
1
5
6
7
8
9
10
2
F2 LED
3
Keypad button
4
F1 LED
5
Power On LED
7
Good Read LED
8
Communication LED
9
Main/Auxiliary Interface
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Auxiliary Interface
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1 RAPID CONFIGURATION
STEP 1 – CONNECTING THE SYSTEM
To connect the system in a Stand Alone configuration, you need the hardware indicated in
Figure 1. In this layout the data is transmitted to the Host on the RS232 auxiliary serial
interface which is also used for reader configuration by running VisiSet™.
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.
CAB-600X
Matrix-1000™
P.S.*
* External Trigger or Presence Sensor (for One Shot or Phase mode)
Figure 1 – Matrix-1000™ in Stand Alone Layout
CBOX-100
PG 6000
Aux Interface
Local Host
C-BOX 100 Pinout for Matrix-1000™
The table below gives the pinout of the C-BOX 100 terminal block connectors. Use this
pinout when the Matrix-1000™ reader is connected by means of the C-BOX 100:
C-BOX 100 Terminal Block Connectors
Power Outputs
1, 3, 5 VS 21, 22 NC
2, 4, 6 GND 23, 24 NC
7, 8 EARTH GROUND 25 OUT 3+
20, 40 Reserved 26 OUT 3-
Inputs Auxiliary Interface RS232
27 EXT TRIG A (polarity insensitive) 35 TX AUX
28 EXT TRIG B (polarity insensitive) 37 RX AUX
29, 30 NC 38,39 GND
31, 33 NC
32, 34 NC 11, 15 RTX 485+
36 NC 12, 16 RTX 485-
17 NC
18 NC
10, 14, 19 SGND
9, 13 RS485 Cable Shield
Main Interface RS485 Half Duplex
CAUTION
Do not connect GND and SGND to different (external) ground references.
GND and SGND are internally connected through filtering circuitry which
can be permanently damaged if subjected to voltage drops over 0.8 Vdc.
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When connected to a C-BOX 3x0/4x0, Matrix-1000™ can only
communicate through its Auxiliary Interface. The Matrix-1000™ 9-pin
Auxiliary port connector cannot be used for communication (i.e.
configuration through VisiSet™). To configure Matrix-1000™ through the 9-
CAUTION
pin connector inside the C-BOX 3x0/4x0, the C-BOX 3x0/4x0 must first be
configured. See the relative C-BOX Installation Manual for details.
STEP 2 – MOUNTING AND POSITIONING THE SYSTEM
1. To mount the Matrix-1000™, use the mounting bracket to obtain the most suitable
position for the reader as shown in the figures below.
Figure 2 - Positioning with Mounting Bracket
2. When mounting the Matrix-1000™ 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
Figure 3 – Pitch, Skew and Tilt Angles
3. Refer to the Reading Features in chp. 7 to determine the distance your reader should be
positioned at.
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STEP 3 – AUTOLEARNING CONFIGURATION
An autolearning procedure is available to reduce installation time.
Status and diagnostic information are clearly presented by means
of four colored LEDs, whereas the single push button and F1 and
F2 LEDs give immediate access to the following relevant
functions:
• Positioning (F1) gives visual feedback from the F1 LED to
help center the code in the reader's FOV without external
tools or software programs
• Auto Learn (F2) to self-detect and auto-configure
calibration and code setting parameters
• Restore Default (F3) to return to factory default settings
The colors and meaning of the four status LEDs are illustrated in the following table:
PWR (red) This LED indicates the device is powered
TRIG (yellow) This LED indicates the external trigger activity
This LED confirms successful reading. It is also used to signal successful startup. At power
READ (red)
COM (green) This LED indicates active communication on the main serial port.
on this LED turns on and after a few seconds turns off. If the startup is not successful, this
LED remains on.
Auto Learn
If you are configuring your reader using the Auto Learn procedure:
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1. Place the desired code in front of the reader at the correct reading distance (depending
on the model, see the Reading Features table in chp 7).
2. Enter the Auto Learn function (F2) by pressing and holding the push button until only the
F2 LED is on.
3. Release the button to enter the Auto Learn function.
Once entered, the reader acquires an image and automatically configures the optimal
Exposure Time and Gain parameters for static reading, as well as detecting and
recognizing the code, which is presented to it. The F2 LED blinks during this process.
4. At the end of the procedure, the new configuration parameters will be stored to
permanent memory, the F2 LED remains on continuously and then the function
automatically exits, the F2 LED turns off.
If the Auto Learn calibration cannot be reached within a short timeout (max. 1 minute),
Matrix-1000™ will exit without saving the configuration parameters, the F2 LED
will not
remain on continuously but it will just stop blinking.
To cancel the Auto Learn function without saving the configuration parameters, press and
hold the keypad button at any time during the procedure: the F2 LED will stop blinking.
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green
Figure 4 – Auto Learn Function
Repeat the procedure if needed, to program different code symbologies, however you must
present only one code at a time to the reader.
Matrix-1000™ is able to decode any code symbology in its library with this procedure.
If your application has been configured using Auto Learn, your reader is ready.
If necessary you can use VisiSet™ for advanced reader configuration.
NOTE
Autolearning configuration parameters can be saved to temporary memory
only by selecting the "Autolearning Setup>Store Memory" parameter in
VisiSet™.
NOTE
The Autolearning function on the keypad button can also be disabled by the
user via VisiSet™.
Positioning (Optional)
At the end of the Auto Learn procedure, you can use the Positioning procedure to center the
code with respect to the reader's FOV.
1. While the desired code is in front of the reader at the correct reading distance, enter the
Positioning function (F1) by pressing and holding the push button until only the F1 LED is
on.
2. Release the button to enter the Positioning function.
Once entered, the reader continuously acquires images and gives visual feedback using
the F1 LED to indicate when the code is centered with respect to the reader's FOV. Slow
blinking means that the positioning value must be improved.
3. To obtain the best value in terms of positioning, move the code and/or the reader so as to
position the code as close as possible to the center of the Field of View, keeping the
correct focus distance. Check F1 LED blinking: the best code positioning corresponds to
fast (almost continuous) blinking.
4. After a short timeout the function automatically exits, the F1 LED remains on continuously
and then stops blinking.
If no valid code is present in the FOV, after about 3 minutes, Matrix-1000™ will automatically
exit, the F1 LED
will not remain on continuously but it will just stop blinking.
To cancel the Positioning function, press and hold the keypad button at any time during the
procedure: the F1 LED will stop blinking.
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Positioning (F1)
yellow
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Figure 5 – Positioning Function
Restore Default (Optional)
At any time you can use the Restore Default procedure to return the reader to the factory
default settings.
1. Enter the Restore Default function (F3) by pressing and holding the push button until both
the F1 and F2 LEDs are on.
2. Release the button to perform the Restore Default function.
Restore Default (F3)
= F1 yellow +
F2 green
Figure 6 – Restore Default Function
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STEP 4 – INSTALLING VISISET™ CONFIGURATION PROGRAM
VisiSet
• Autolearning Wizard for 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 or XP, 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.
™
is a Datalogic reader configuration tool providing several important advantages:
reader as a remote object to be configured and monitored.
Wizard for Quick Reader Setup
After installing and running the VisiSet™ software program the following window:
Figure 7 - VisiSet™ Opening Window
Set the communication parameters from the "Options" menu. Then select "Connect", the
following window appears:
Figure 8 - VisiSet™ Main Window After Connection
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The Autolearning Wizard option is advised for rapid configuration or for new users. It allows
reader configuration in a few easy steps.
1. Select the Autolearning Wizard button from the Main menu.
2. Place the desired code in front of the reader at the correct reading distance (depending
on the model, see the Reading Features table in the Appendix of this Quick Reference
Guide).
3. Press the "Positioning" button. The reader continuously acquires images and gives visual
feedback in the view image window to indicate when the code is centered with respect to
the reader's FOV. Move the reader (or code) to center it. Press the Positioning button
again to stop positioning.
4. Select a Calibration Mode choice and press the "Calibrate" button.
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5
Autolearning
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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.
5. If the code symbology is not enabled by default, select a Code Setting Mode choice and
press the "Code Setting" button.
The Autolearning Result section of the Autolearning Wizard window shows the parameter
settings and the code type results.
6. Select a Saving Options choice and press the "Save" button.
7. Close the AutoLearning Wizard.
If your application has been configured using the VisiSet™ Autolearning
Wizard, your reader is ready. If necessary you can use VisiSet™ for advanced
NOTE
reader configuration.
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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 9 - 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 a Multiplexer network refer to par. 3.6.
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2 GENERAL FEATURES
2.1 INTRODUCTION
Matrix-1000™ is an area CCD reader for industrial application using 2D, 1D, stacked and
postal codes.
Matrix-1000™ uses imaging technology and provides complete reading system functions by
integrating: lighting system, image acquisition, image processing, decoding and
communication into a single compact unit.
This technology intrinsically provides omni-directional reading.
Standard Application Program
A Standard Application Program is factory-loaded onto Matrix-1000™. This program controls
code reading, data formatting, serial port, and many other operating and control parameters.
It is completely user configurable from a Laptop or PC using the dedicated configuration
software program VisiSet™, provided on CD-ROM with the reader.
There are different programmable operating modes to suit various code reading system
requirements.
Quick, automatic calibration and positioning of the reader can be accomplished using the
Autolearning button and LEDs on top of the reader without the necessity of a PC.
Autolearning can also be performed through VisiSet™ through the Autolearning Wizard. This
tool includes visual feedback from the reader.
VisiSet™ provides a Calibration Tool to verify the exact positioning of the reader and to
maximize its reading performance.
Statistics on the reading performance can also be visualized through a dedicated window in
VisiSet™.
Programmability
If your requirements are not met by the Standard Application Program, Custom Application
Programs can be requested at your local Datalogic distributor.
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2.2 DESCRIPTION
Some of the main features of this reader are given below:
• Decoding of most popular linear and stacked barcodes, 2D code symbologies and postal
codes
• Omni-directional reading
• Quick installation without PC by using Autolearning button and F1, F2 LEDs
• Frame rate up to 30 frames/sec (1800 frames/min)
• Moving Code Reading
• Calibration Tool to verify exact code positioning in the Field of View and to maximize the
reading performance
• Parameter configuration via Windows-based VisiSet™ software
• Code quality assessment according to ISO/IEC 16022, ISO/IEC 18004 standards.
• Different operating modes to suit various application requirements
• User-defined database of Image Acquisition Settings (parameter sets)
• Match Code option with a user-defined match code database
• Diagnostic software tools
• 2 serial communication interfaces
• General purpose optocoupled I/Os
• Supply voltage ranges from 10 to 30 Vdc
The reader is contained in a magnesium alloy housing; the mechanical dimensions are 121 x
73 x 57 mm and it weighs about 330 g.
The protection class of the enclosure is IP64; therefore the reader is particularly suitable for
industrial environments where protection against harsh external conditions is required.
Electrical connection of Power, Host interfaces and I/O signals is provided through a 25-pin
connector (see Figure A, 9). In addition there is a 9-pin Auxiliary interface connector for
reader configuration (see Figure A, 10).
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The following indicators are located on the top of the reader:
PWR red LED indicates that the reader is connected to the power supply (see Figure A,
5);
TRIG yellow LED indicates external trigger activity (Figure A, 6); for details refer to par
3.3.4;
READ red LED signals successful code decoding (Figure A, 7).
It is also used to signal successful startup. At power on this LED turns on and after a
few seconds turns off. If the startup is not successful, this LED remains on.
COM green LED indicates data transmission on the main serial interface (Figure A, 8).
F1 yellow LED signals distance of code from the center of FOV during the Positioning
(Optional) procedure. The faster it blinks, the better Matrix-1000™ is positioned (see
Figure A, 4).
F2 green LED signals reader calibration with respect to image quality during the Auto
Learn procedure (see Figure A, 2).
The keypad
button is software programmable. By default it starts the Auto Learn or
Positioning procedure to calibrate and position the reader for quick installation without using
a PC (see Figure A, 3).
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2.3 MODEL DESCRIPTION
The Matrix-1000™ reader is available in different versions according to the following
characteristics:
MATRIX - 10X1
Optics
2 = High Density (HD)
3 = Standard Density (SD)
4 = Low Density (LD)
5 = Medium Range (MR)
2.4 ACCESSORIES
Order No. Accessory Description
93A051190 CAB-6001 Cable to C-BOX100 1 m
93A051200 CAB-6002 Cable to C-BOX100 2 m
93A051210 CAB-6005 Cable to C-BOX100 5 m
93A051271 CAB-6010 Cable to C-BOX100 10 m
93ACC1510 C-BOX 100 Passive Connection Box
93A301000 C-BOX 300 Connection Box PROFIBUS
93A301030 C-BOX 310 Connection Box PROFIBUS with display
93A301010 C-BOX 400 Connection Box DeviceNet
93A301040 C-BOX 410 Connection Box DeviceNet with display
93ACC1718
93ACC1719 PG6001 AC/DC Power Supply Unit (UK)
93ACC1720 PG6000 AC/DC Power Supply Unit (EU)
93ACC1791 PH-1 Photocell Kit
93ACC1727 MEP- 542
93ACC1728 MEP- 543
93A401003 LT-100 Cone Lighting System
93A401004 LT-200 Spot Lighting System
93A401012 LT-210
93A401008 LT-300
93A401013 LT-314
93A401014 LT-316
93A401015 LT-410
93A401016 LT-510
93A401017 LT-511
93ACC1786 BK-410
93ACC1787 BK-510
93ACC1788 BK-511
93ACC1729 USX-60
93A201090 GFC-MATRIX-2000 90° Deflection Mirror
PG6002
AC/DC Power Supply Unit (US)
Photocell Kit-PNP
Photocell Kit-NPN
Mini-Spot Lighting System
Ring Lighting System
45° Dark Field Ring Lighting System
60° Dark Field Ring Lighting System
Coaxial Lighting System
Mini-Dome Lighting System
Dome Lighting System
Coaxial Lighting System Bracket
Mini-Dome Lighting System Bracket
Dome/Ring Lighting System Bracket
Adjustable Bracket
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