This instruction manual describes the operation and function of the BL-600. Read
this manual carefully to ensure safe use and maximum performance from your BL-
600. The BL-600 Series uses a semiconductor laser as light source. Before using
the product, see "Laser Safety Precautions" on page 1 to learn the safe and correct
method of using the BL-600 Series.
Symbols
The following symbols alert you to important messages. Be sure to read these
messages carefully.
Failure to follow instruction may lead to injury. (electric
shock, burn, etc.)
Failure to follow instructions may lead to product damage.
General Precautions
Note:
Reference:
•At startup and during operation, be sure to monitor the functions and performance of the BL-600.
•We recommend that you take substantial safety measures to avoid any damage
in the event a problem occurs.
•Do not open or modify the BL-600 or use it in any way other than described in
the specifications.
•When the BL-600 is used in combination with other instruments, functions and
performance may be degraded, depending on operating conditions and the
surrounding environment.
•Do not use the BL-600 for the purpose of protecting the human body.
Provides additional information on proper operation.
Provides reference information about the operation.
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Warnings and Cautions Specific to the BL-600
CAUTION
•The BL-600 uses a 5 V DC power supply. Using a different voltage level may
damage the unit.
When using the KEYENCE power supply unit BL-U1, BL-U2, N-42 or N-48,
select the voltage level which can be supplied by the power supply unit. If a
nonconforming power supply is connected, the BL-600 may be damaged.
•Before connecting or disconnecting the cable, be sure to turn off any device
connected to the BL-600 Series. Otherwise, the BL-600 Series may be damaged.
•Do not disassemble or modify the BL-600 Series, as this may cause product
failure.
•Locate cables as far as possible from high-voltage lines and power lines.
Otherwise, generated noise may cause product failure or malfunctions.
•The BL-600 is a precision instrument. If the unit is dropped or shocked, it may
be damaged. Take due consideration when transporting or installing the unit.
Incorrect
•Do not hold the cables when carrying the units. The units may hit each other
and become damaged.
Incorrect
96M1127
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Environments and conditions for use
CAUTION
CAUTION
To use the BL-600 Series properly and safely, do not install it in locations with the
following conditions. Use of the BL-600 Series in improper environments may
cause fire, electric shock, product failure, damage, or malfunction.
•Locations where the BL-600 Series is exposed to direct sunlight
•Locations where the ambient temperature drops below 0°C or exceeds 45°C
•Locations where the relative humidity drops below 35% or exceeds 85%
•Locations where condensation occurs due to a sudden change in temperature
•Locations where a corrosive or flammable gas exists
•Locations exposed to dust, salt, metal particles, or greasy fumes
•Locations where the ambient light exceeds the range defined in the specifications
•Locations where the BL-600 Series is directly subjected to vibration or impact
•Locations where water, oil, or chemicals may splash the BL-600 Series
•Locations where a strong magnetic or electric field is generated
If abnormal conditions are encountered
If the following conditions are encountered, turn off the special power supply unit
immediately. Continuing to use the BL-600 Series under abnormal conditions may
cause fire, electric shock, or product failure.
Contact your nearest KEYENCE sales office or distributor (listed at the end of this
manual) for repairs.
•Water or foreign matter enters the BL-600 Series
•The BL-600 Series is dropped or the housing is damaged.
•The BL-600 Series produces smoke or an abnormal smell
Note 1: You cannot perform any operation for 5 seconds after turning ON the BL-
600. During this time, the motor rotation stabilizes. Wait for a while after turning ON
the BL-600, then start reading or another operation.
Note 2: The BL-600 Series has a housing rated as IP-65 (except for the special
power supply unit). It is not affected if water splashes it; however, a proper reading
may not be ensured if the transmitter/receiver is dirty (fingerprints, water, oil, or
dust). In such cases, wipe the dirt off with a soft cloth moistened with alcohol.
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How this manual is organized
Chapter 1Laser Safety Precautions
Chapter 2Overview
This chapter describes the package contents, basic system configuration, and
operation flow.
Chapter 3Connection and Wiring
This chapter describes the connections and wiring between the BL-600 Series,
special power supply unit, and peripheral devices.
Chapter 4Setup Software
This chapter describes the usage of the setup software to set or perform reading
tests of the BL-600.
Chapter 5Installation
This chapter describes the procedure and cautions for the installation of the BL-600
Series and special power supply unit.
Chapter 6Reading Operation and Other Functions
1
2
3
4
5
6
This chapter describes the reading operation and other functions, such as test
mode, of the BL-600 Series.
Chapter 7Serial Communication
This chapter describes the serial communication control.
Chapter 8PLC Link
This chapter describes the PLC link control.
Appendices
The appendix includes specifications, reading characteristics, dimensions, troubleshooting, and index.
1.5Safety Features Provided with the BL-600 Series ............. 4
Chapter 1 Laser Safety Precautions
LASER RADIATION
WHEN OPEN.
DO NOT STARE
INTO BEAM.
CAUTION
LASER RADIATION
-
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.
LASER RADIATION
IS EMITTED FROM
THIS APERTURE.
SEMICONDUCTOR LASER 650 nm
MAXIMUM OUTPUT 1.5 mW
PULSE DURATION 56 µs
CLASS II LASER PRODUCT
AVOID EXPOSURE
CAUTION
CAUTION
LASER RADIATION
-
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.
AVOID EXPOSURE
LASER RADIATION
IS EMITTED FROM
THIS APERTURE.
SEMICONDUCTOR LASER 650 nm
MAXIMUM OUTPUT 1.5 mW
PULSE DURATION 56 µs
CLASS II LASER PRODUCT
1.1Classification
1
1.2Warning Labels
ModelBL-600/601/600HA/601HABL-650HA/651HA
FDA (CDRH)Class II
IEC/EN 60825-1: 1993
+ A2: 2001
Class 2
DIN EN 60825-1 2001Klasse 2
1) Warning labels
■ FDA (CDRH)
BL-600/601/600HA/601HABL-650HA/651HA
■ IEC/EN 60825-1
BL-600/601/600HA/601HABL-650HA/651HA
■ DIN EN
BL-600/601/600HA/601HABL-650HA/651HA
2
1.3Labels Location
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LASER RADIATION
WHEN OPEN.
DO NOT STARE
INTO BEAM.
CAUTION
LASER RADIATION
-
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.
LASER RADIATION
IS EMITTED FROM
THIS APERTURE.
SEMICONDUCTOR LASER 650 nm
MAXIMUM OUTPUT 1.5 mW
PULSE DURATION 56 µs
CLASS II LASER PRODUCT
AVOID EXPOSURE
CAUTION
LASER ON
OK
/N
G
T
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IN
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TEST
BL-600
CAUTION
LASER RADIATION
-
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.
AVOID EXPOSURE
LASER RADIATION
IS EMITTED FROM
THIS APERTURE.
SEMICONDUCTOR LASER 650 nm
MAXIMUM OUTPUT 1.5 mW
PULSE DURATION 56 µs
CLASS II LASER PRODUCT
CAUTION-LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN.
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.
LASER ON
OK/NG
TIM
IN
G
TEST
BL-600
LASER ON
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TEST
BL-600
CAUTION
- Laser radiation when open.
Do not stare into beam.
LASER ON
OK/N
G
T
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TEST
BL-600
VORSICHT
- Laserstrahlung wenn Abdeckung
geöffnet. Nicht in den Strahl blicken.
FDA Warning labels are attached to the sensor head as shown below.
The IEC/DIN Warning labels are packaged with the BL-600 series. Affix the Warning labels on the sensor head as shown below.
Chapter 1 Laser Safety Precautions
■ BL-600/601/600HA/601HA
FDA (CDRH)IEC/EN
DIN EN
1
■ BL-650HA/651HA
FDA (CDRH)IEC/EN
DIN EN
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Chapter 1 Laser Safety Precautions
CAUTION
WARNING
1.4Safety Consideration
Use of controls or adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
1
The laser beam is not harmful to the skin. There is, therefore, no danger in exposing arms or hands to the beam. The only possible health hazard is in exposing the
eyes to the laser beam. Damage to the eyes can occur if the operator stares
directly into the beam.
Follow the safety precautions below to ensure operator safety:
•Operate the BL-600 Series only according to the procedures described in
this instruction manual.
Otherwise, injury may occur due to exposure to the laser beam.
•Do not disassemble the sensor head.
Laser emission from the BL-600 series is not automatically stopped if the
sensor head is disassembled. If you disassemble the sensor head for inspection
or repair, you may be exposed to the laser beam. If the BL-600 series malfunctions, contact KEYENCE immediately.
•Do not look directly at the laser beam.
Looking directly at the laser beam may result in serious eye injury.
•Protective enclosure
We recommend that you install a protective enclosure around the sensor head
to prevent any person from getting near the sensor head during operation.
•Protective goggles
We recommend that you wear protective goggles when using the BL-600
series.
•Stop laser emissions before cleaning the laser emission port.
Failure to stop the laser emission may expose eyes to the laser beam.
•Check the laser beam path.
To prevent exposure to the laser beam due to specular or diffuse reflection,
install a screen which offers the appropriate reflectance and temperature
characteristics to interrupt the reflected laser beam. Do not install the BL-600
series in such a way that the laser beam passes at eye height.
1.5Safety Features Provided with the BL-600 Series
The BL-600 series is provided with the following safety features. Make sure these
features function correctly before operating.
•Laser emission caution LED (LASER ON LED)
During laser emission, the LASER ON LED illuminates. The LED ON status can
be checked through the laser protective glasses.
•Laser forced OFF command
Sending the laser forced OFF command (LOCK, see page 116) to the BL-600
can inhibit emission of laser beams. When working near the laser transmitter,
be sure to use the laser forced OFF command to avoid looking into the laser
beams.
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When this command is selected, the bottom STABILITY LED flashes.
Chapter 2
Overview
This chapter describes the package contents, basic system configuration, and
operation flow.
2.1Package Contents List and the BL Series Lineup ..............6
2.2Part Names and Functions ................................................... 8
2.3.1 Basic system configuration and connection/operation proce-
dures for RS-232C communication........................................ 12
2.3.2 Basic system configuration and connection/operation proce-
dures for RS-422A communication ........................................ 13
2.3.3 Multi-drop link communication (RS-485)................................ 14
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Instruction Manual
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Chapter 2 Overview
2.1Package Contents List and the BL Series Lineup
The packages of the BL-600 Series, optional power supply unit, and setup software
contain the following components. Be sure to check that you have all the package
contents before use.
Laser bar code reader
BL-600 Series (BL-600/601/600HA/601HA/650HA/651HA)
Laser bar code reader: 1
BL-600/601/600HA/601HABL-650HA/651HAInsulating spacer: 4
Washer: 4
Mounting screw (M3): 2
BL-600/601/600HA/601HABL-650HA/651HA
Mounting bracketMounting bracket : 1Instruction manual: 1
A and B: 1 each
■ N-400: Multi-drop controller
Used as the master unit when multi-drop linking with the BL Series.
The package contents have been carefully inspected; however, if any component
should be defective or damaged, contact your nearest KEYENCE office or distributor (listed at the end of this manual).
2.3System Configuration and Connection/Operation Procedures
This section describes the basic system configuration and the connection/operation
procedures to use RS-232C, RS-422A, or multi-drop link.
2.3.1Basic system configuration and connection/operation procedures for
RS-232C communication
2
BL-600/601/600HA/601HA
Connection to the READER port
1
With the BL-U1
With the BL-U2
▼
Optional power supply unit
2
DIP switch setting
➮
See page 17.
BL-U1BL-U2
4
Power-up
▲▲
Connection
With the BL-U1
➮
See pages 20 to 23.
3
With the BL-U2
➮
See pages 28 to 30.
Serial communication
➮
See “Chapter 7,
8
Serial Communication.”
BL-600 Series
BL-650HA/651HA
➮
See page 16.
➮
See page 25.
▼
▼
9
7
Connection
With the BL-U1 ➮
With the BL-U2 ➮
See page 19.
See page 27.
5
Setting of the BL-600 Series
(Use one of these setup tools.)
PLC link
➮
See “Chapter 8, PLC Link.”
Installation
6
➮
See pages 72 to 80.
•Check before installation
•Position adjustment using
test mode
•Installation
Trigger input
Photoelectric sensor
Setup tools
Setup software
BL-H60WE
➮
See “Chapter 4, Setup
Software.”
▼
▼
▼
Host computer
PC
PLC (RS-232C link unit)
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Chapter 2 Overview
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2.3.2Basic system configuration and connection/operation procedures for
RS-422A communication
BL-600 Series
BL-600/601/600HA/601HA
Connection to the READER port
1
With the BL-U1
With the BL-N42
▼
Optional power supply unit
2
DIP switch setting
➮
See page 17.
4
Power-up
Connection
With the BL-U1
➮
See pages 23 to 24.
With the BL-N42
3
➮
See pages 31 to 32.
▲▲
Serial communication
➮
See “Chapter 7,
8
Serial Communication.”
BL-650HA/651HA
➮
See page 16.
➮
See page 25.
▼
▼
9
7
Connection
With the BL-U1➮
With the BL-N42
See page 19.
➮
See page 27.
5
Setting of the BL-600 Series
(Use one of these setup tools.)
PLC link
➮
See “Chapter 8, PLC Link.”
Installation
6
➮
See pages 72 to 80.
•Check before installation
•Position adjustment using
test mode
•Installation
Trigger input
Photoelectric sensor
Setup tools
Setup software
BL-H60WE
➮
See “Chapter 4, Setup
Software.”
2
▼
▼
▼
Host computer
PC
PLC (RS-422A link unit)
Note: When the N-42 is used as a power supply unit, the communication type is
set to RS-422A, therefore the BL-600 Series cannot be connected directly to a
personal computer. To set the BL-600 Series with a personal computer, use an
RS-232C type power supply unit (BL-U1 or BL-U2).
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Chapter 2 Overview
2.3.3Multi-drop link communication (RS-485)
The following devices are required for the multi-drop link to control several BL-600
Series units with a host computer.
2
Photoelectric sensor
(PZ2 Series, etc.)
■ BL-600 Series setup tools
Setup software BL-H60WE
Host computer (PC)
BL-600 Series
Multi-drop controller
(N-400)
Optional power supply unit
(BL-U1, N-48)
■ N-400 setup tools
Setup software (Provided with N-400)
➮
Refer to the N-400 User’s Manual for connection and usage of the multi-drop link.
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Chapter 3
Connection and Installation
This chapter describes the connections and wiring between the BL-600 Series,
special power supply unit, and peripheral devices.
3.1Connecting BL-U1 and Wiring ........................................... 16
3.1.1 Connecting the BL-U1, AC power supply,
and BL-600 Series ................................................................. 16
The terminals of the I/O terminal block are assigned as shown in the figure.
■ Terminal assignment
3
Open
I/O terminal block
Applicable crimp terminals
Trigger input
Power supply for the
sensor (12 V DC, 300 mA)
OK/NG output
RS-422A/RS-485
M3.0 screws are used for the terminal block.
Use the following crimp terminal for connection.
■ Shape of applicable crimp terminal
18
Connecting trigger input
TIM+12 V OUT–
8.5 to 30 V DC
+
+
Contact or
solid-state
+
12 V OUT
–
TIM
Photoelectric sensor
Brown (Red)
Black (White)
Blue (Black)
COM OKNG
Load
Load
+
*Rated load: 30 V DC max. (100 mA)
0001
0000
C
COM OK NG
+
PLC
Chapter 3 Connection and Installation
The trigger input allows the BL-600 Series to start reading bar codes (turn on the
laser beam).
The trigger input is turned ON when 8.5 to 30 V DC input is activated between the
trigger input terminals.
The BL-U1’s power supply terminals for the sensor can be used as the power
supply input for the sensor.
3
■ Connection to a photoelectric sensor manufactured by KEYENCE
Connecting the OK/NG output
The OK/NG output is used to differentiate between acceptable and unacceptable
results based on a comparison with preset data
used to indicate whether or not the BL-600 Series successfully reads bar codes
when there is no preset data entered.
The OK/NG output is an NPN open-collector output.
■ Connection to a programmable logic controller (PLC) manufactured by
KEYENCE
(➮ See pages 101.)
. It can also be
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Chapter 3 Connection and Installation
TIM
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3.3 kΩ
Internal circuit
+
+
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COM
+
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3.1.4Connecting RS-232C
Pin assignment of the RS-232C port
■ Input circuit diagram■ Output circuit diagram
The BL-U1 has a RS-232C port with the following pin assignment.