KEYENCE XG-8700T User Manual

Multi Camera High Performance Machine Vision System

96M13089

Introduction

This manual describes the hardware information. Read this manual thoroughly to understand the performance and functions of the “Multi Camera High Performance Machine Vision System XG8700T” in order to maximize the performance of the system.

• Always keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

• Ensure that the manual is passed to the end user in case of transfer of the unit.

Controller Instruction Manual

Read this manual thoroughly before using the XG-8700T.

lways keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

Trademarks

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• Other company names and product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies. The TM mark and ® mark are omitted in this manual.

Concerning the Library and Program

Package Contents

The equipment and accessories listed below are included in the package when shipped. Upon opening the carton, check that you have received all of the equipment and accessories listed below.

Standard Package

• Controller Unit (XG-8700T(P))×1

• SD card (CA-SD1G (1GB))×1 (already installed in the SD card slot (lower) of the controller)

• Controller instruction manual (this document)

• Terminal block sticker package x 1

• To connect the controller to a camera, an optional camera input unit (XG-EC80T: for 3D cameras, CA-EC80LJ/XG-EC80LJ: for the LJ-V, CA-EC80HX/CA-EC80L/ XG-EC80L: for HX Series cameras [when using 16x speed], or CA-EC80/ XG-EC80: for area scan cameras) is required.

• If you are using the CA-EC80HX/CA-EC80L/XG-EC80L: HX Series camera (when using 16x speed) or the CA-EC80/XG-EC80 (for area scan cameras), see the XG-8000 Series Setup Manual (Area Scan Camera Edition).

Safety Precautions

Symbols

The following warning symbols are used to ensure safety and to prevent human injury and/or damage to property when using the system.

Warning

Indicates that the operator is at risk of physical injury if the system is improperly operated or this precaution is not followed.

Caution

Indicates that property could be damaged (product malfunction, etc.) if the system is improperly operated or this precaution is not followed.

Indicates important operating procedures that could be easily overlooked.

It indicates tips for better understanding or useful information.

General Precautions

• Before starting work or before starting the system, confirm that all the functions of the system are working properly.

• If any KEYENCE product fails, take full safety measures to prevent damage before using the system again.

• If the system is used beyond published specifications or if the system is modified, the functions and performance cannot be guaranteed.

• Please note that when the system is used in combination with other instruments, its functions and performance may be degraded.

• Do not use this product for the purpose to protect a human body or a part of human body.

• This product is not intended for use as explosion-proof product. Do not use this product in hazardous location and/or potentially explosive atmosphere.

• Do not subject this unit or connected devices to a sudden change of temperature, as condensation may occur.

Warning

General

• Do not use with any power voltage other than 24 V DC. Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or product malfunction.

• Do not disassemble or modify this unit. Doing so may cause fire or electric shock.

Operating Environment and Conditions

• To use the system properly and safely, avoid installing this unit in the following locations: Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or product malfunction.

− Locations that contain moisture or dust, or that are poorly ventilated.

− Locations where the system is exposed to direct sunlight or

temperature increases.

− Locations where there are flammable or corrosive gases.

− Locations where the unit may be directly subjected to vibration or

impact.

− Locations where water, oil or chemicals may splash onto the unit.

− Locations where static electricity occurs.

• Keep this unit and cables away from high-tension cables or power lines. Otherwise, noise may cause malfunction or accidents.

• Bundle cables with a spiral tubing material. Direct bundling will concentrate the cable load on the bindings, which can result in cable damage or short circuit.

• This unit and optional devices are precision components. Do not subject them to vibration or impact.

Measures to be taken when an abnormality occurs

In the following cases, turn the power OFF immediately. Using the unit in an abnormal condition may cause fire, electric shock, or product malfunction. Contact your local KEYENCE office for repair.

• If water or debris enters the system

• If the system is dropped or the case is damaged

• If smoke or a burning smell emits from the system

Caution

Usage

• Before making any connections/disconnections, be sure to turn off the power of this unit and connected devices. Failure to do so may result in malfunction of the system or connected devices.

• Do not turn the power off while you are programming. Otherwise, all or part of the program settings may be lost.

• Do not block the ventilation holes. Otherwise, the inside temperature may rise and malfunction may occur.

• Do not allow an excessive amount of sunlight or bright indoor light to enter the camera for a long period of time. Doing so may cause damage to the imaging area inside the camera.

• Do not use the controller, cameras, and options in any combination other than that specified by Keyence. Doing so may cause failure or malfunction.

Note

Maintenance

• Do not clean with benzene, thinner, or alcohol.

• Doing so may cause discoloration or deformation of the unit. If the unit has any dirt on it, wipe it off with a cloth moistened with a mild detergent, then wipe with a dry cloth.

Precautions on Regulations and Standards

CE Marking

KEYENCE evaluates compliance with the requirements of the EC directive according to how products fulfill the below conditions. KEYENCE has confirmed that the XG-8700T meets these requirements. When the XG-8700T is used in EU nations, take note of the following precautions.

EMC Directive (2004/108/EC)

Applicable standard EMI: EN61326-1, Class A

EMS: EN61326-1

• Use cables shorter than 30 m to connect the controller unit and its external devices.

• Use a category 7 Ethernet cable or above, or a 10GBASE-T-compatible one when connecting the controller XG-8700T and LJ-V7000.

• When connecting a CC-Link unit CA-NCL10E, attach a ferrite core (OP-84364, sold separately) within 300 mm on the CA-CNL10E side of the CC-Link dedicated cable.

However, these precautions do not guarantee that the customer’s entire machinery installation is compliant with the EMC Directive. The customer is responsible for determining the compliance of the overall machinery installation.

Part Names and Functions

(1) (2)

(4)

(3)

(5)

(6) (7) (8)

(15)

(9)

(10) (11)

(12) (13) (14)

With the XG-EC80T installed

With the CA-EC80LJ/XG-EC80LJ installed

(6) USB connector

Use to connect to the USB cable.

(7) Expansion unit connector 1 (right side)

Use to connect the camera expansion unit CA-E800/XG-E800.

(8) CAMERA 1 connector

Use to connect a 3D camera as camera 1.

(9) RS-232C Port 2

Connect the RS-232C Cable for the Touch Panel (OP-87258: 3 m/ OP-87259: 10 m, sold separately) or a commercially available RS-232C Cable (D-sub9 Pin female).

(10) RS-232C Port 1

Connect the RS-232C Communication Cable (OP-26487: 2.5 m, sold separately) or the RS-232C Modular Cable for the Touch Panel (OP-87264: 3 m/ OP-87265: 10 m, sold separately).

For the default settings of the RS-232C Port: Port 1 is for data output and command control, and Port 2 is for CA Series Touch Panel use. Concerning changes in the settings refer to the XG-8000 Series User’s Manual.

(11) Ethernet connector

Use to connect the Ethernet cable.

(12) OUT1/IN1 Connector (Terminal Block 1)

Use the signal Input/Output (OUT1/IN1).

(1) Parallel I/O connector

Use to connect the parallel input/output signals.

(2) SD2 slot (upper), SD1 slot (lower)

Insert an SD card. The lower slot (SD1) holds the included SD Card (CA-SD1G: 1GB) as SD Card 1.

SD Card 1 must be inserted while the device is operating.

(3) Camera slot

Use to connect the camera input unit (At the time of shipping, the slot holds nothing).

If the firmware of the camera input unit is old, an error message will be displayed at the startup of the device. In this case, execute an update with the latest firmware with the camera input unit attached.

(4) CONSOLE (Modular) connector

Use to connect to the console (OP-84231/OP-84236, sold separately) or to the console connector cable (OP-87260: 3 m/OP-87261: 10 m, sold separately).

(5) MONITOR (RGB output) terminal

Use to connect to an Analog RGB Monitor.

• When using a commercially available Analog RGB Monitor other than the SVGA (800 x 600 pixels), or XGA (1024 x 768 pixels), due to the specifications of the Monitor, the image quality may become worse or the screen may not display correctly (recommended monitor: CA-MP120T/MP120/MP81).

• When a program setting where XGA output is set is used in the main unit, always connect a monitor that supports the XGA. When using a monitor that supports the SVGA only, the screen may not display correctly.

(13) Power Source/Grounding Terminal

Connect the power supply (24 VDC) and the grounding wire.

(14) Expansion unit connector 2 (left side)

Use to connect the illumination expansion unit CA-DC30E/DC21E or CC-Link unit CA-NCL10E.

When connecting the lighting expansion unit CA-DC20E, the flash control is limited to FLASH1-4.

(15) CAMERA 1 connector

Use to connect LJ-V as camera 1.

Installing the Controller Unit

50mm

50mm 50mm

50mm

OUT

WER

LIGHT 2 4

LIGHT 1 4

OUT

WER

LIGHT 2 4

LIGHT 1 4

OUT

WER

LIGHT 2 4

LIGHT 1 4

When connecting multiple units

Attachment (Supplied to the illumination expansion unit)

Illumination expansion unit

OUT

WER

LIGHT 2 4

LIGHT 1 4

Attachment (Supplied to the illumination expansion unit)

Illumination expansion unit

CC-Link unit CA-NCL 10E

Install the controller unit to DIN rail, or use the holes on the bottom of the controller to secure it with screws.

• Do not install the XG in a location with lots of dust or water vapor. The XG does not have a mechanism to protect the XG from dust or water. Dust or water entering the controller can cause damage to the XG.

• Turn off the power to the controller when connecting or removing an expansion unit, a cable, or a terminal block. Connecting or removing the camera expansion unit, the cable, or the terminal block while the power is being supplied may damage the controller or peripheral devices.

• When an expansion unit is not connected, place the connector protection cover back on the controller. Using the controller with the connector exposed may cause damage to the controller.

Caution on Direction of Controller Mounting

• Install the controller in the direction indicated by the circle as shown below. Do not install the controller in any other direction.

Installing the Expansion Unit

Installing the Camera Expansion Unit

When connecting three or more cameras, after connecting the optional Camera Input Unit to the optional Camera Expansion Unit CA-E800/XG-E800, install to the controller. After detaching the protection sticker of connector 1 to the right side of the main controller, install the Camera Expansion Unit.

Installing the Communication Expansion Unit

The optional CC-Link expansion unit CA-NCL10E is used when communicating with CC-Link devices. Remove the protective cover of connector 2 from the left side of the controller and install the CC-Link expansion unit.

Installing the Illumination Expansion Unit

A combination of up to 4 CA-DC21E and CA-DC30E illumination expansion units (sold separately) may be connected for control of up to 8 individual lighting units. However, a maximum of 2 CA-DC30E units may be connected for control of up to 4 individual lighting units.

• For ventilation, keep the space free of objects for 50 mm or more above the controller and 50 mm or more for both sides. Keep the space free of objects for 90 mm or more in the front of the connector panel to connect the cables safely.

• When two or more controllers are installed side by side, keep the space free of objects for 50 mm or more between controllers, and 50 mm or more on top of both controllers.

• Do not block the ventilation openings on the top and bottom of the controller. If the vents are blocked, heat is accumulated inside the machine and can cause system failure.

• If the temperature inside the control panel (temperature at the upper part of the front surface of the controller) exceeds the rating, use forced air-cooling or increase the free space around the system to improve ventilation until the operating ambient temperature drops below the rating.

When using the illumination expansion unit and CC-Link unit simultaneously

Mount the CC-Link unit CA-NCL10E directly to the controller, then mount the illumination expansion unit to the left side of the CC-Link unit.

• Turn off the power to the controller when connecting or removing each expansion unit. Connecting or removing the each expansion unit while the power is being supplied may damage the controller or peripheral devices.

• When an expansion unit is not connected, place the connector protection cover back on the controller. Using the controller with the connector exposed may cause damage to the controller.

• It is necessary to mount the supplied attachments before mounting the illumination expansion unit.

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