Omron Z300 SETUP MANUAL

Cat. No. Z161-E1-03B Z300 V3 High

Cat. No. Z161-E1-03B

-precision Visual Displacement Measurement System

Z300 V3

High-precision Visual Displacement
Measurement System

Manual 1: SETUP MANUAL

Manual 1:

SETUP MANUAL

Cat. No. Z161-E1-03B

Authorized Distributor:

Note: Specifications subject to change without notice. Printed in Japan

1104-0.5M (M)

Z300 V3

High-precision Visual Displacement Measure­ment System
Manual 1: Setup Manual

Revised November 2004

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PRECAUTIONS ................................................................................... 7

READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS DOCUMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

SUITABILITY FOR USE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

PERFORMANCE DATA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

CHANGE IN SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

ERRORS AND OMISSIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

PROGRAMMABLE PRODUCTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

COPYRIGHT AND COPY PERMISSION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Meanings of Signal Words. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Meanings of Alert Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Laser Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Regulations and standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Precautions for Safe Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Precautions for Correct Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Confirming Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Product Availability. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Visual Aids. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Notation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

SECTION 1

Features ............................................................................................... 21

1-1 Monitoring While Viewing the Measurement Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

1-2 Simple Setup Using Menus! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

1-3 A Wide Variety of Useful Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

SECTION 2

Wiring and Connection ...................................................................... 25

2-1 Component Names and Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

2-2 System Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

2-3 Connecting Peripheral Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

2-4 Power Supply and Ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

2-5 Terminal Block Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

2-6 RS-232C Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

2-7 Linear Sensor Controller Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

SECTION 3

Installation .......................................................................................... 47

3-1 Mounting the Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

3-2 Mounting the Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

SECTION 4

Non-visual Mode................................................................................. 63

4-1 Restrictions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

4-2 DIP Switch Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

SECTION 5

Maintenance........................................................................................ 71

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SECTION 6

Troubleshooting ..................................................................................73

SECTION 7

Appendix..............................................................................................77

7-1 Specifications and Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

7-2 Laser Product Classifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

Index.....................................................................................................95

Revision History ..................................................................................96

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About this Manual:

This manual describes the hardware for the Z300 (High-precision Visual Displacement Measure­ment System) and how to install the components, and it includes the sections described below.
This is one of two manuals used to operate the Z300. Refer to the following table for the contents of
each manual.

Manual Contents Cat. No.

1: Setup Manual Provides information on system hardware and instal-

lation. Be sure to read this manual first.

2: Operation Manual Describes operation of the Z300.

Please read the above manuals carefully and be sure you understand the information provided
before attempting to install or operate the Z300.

Section 1 Features introduces the features of the Z300.

Section 2 Wiring and Connection describes procedures for wiring power supplies and ground

wires and for connecting to external devices.

Section 3 Installation provides installation methods for the Controller and Sensor.

Section 4 Non-visual Mode explains how to make settings for Z300 operation using the DIP

switch instead of the menus.

Section 5 Maintenance explains maintenance procedures for ensuring the Z300's performance.

Section 6 Troubleshooting provides information on hardware errors that may occur with the

Z300. Refer to this section before requesting service from your OMRON representative.

Section 7 Specifications and Dimensions provides the specifications and dimensions of the
Z300 and its peripheral devices.

Z161

Z162

WARNING Failure to read and understand the information provided in this manual may

result in personal injury or death, damage to the product, or product failure.
Please read each section in its entirety and be sure you understand the informa­tion provided in the section and related sections before attempting any of the pro­cedures or operations given.

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PRECAUTIONS

This section provides general precautions for using the Z300 V3 Sensor.

The information contained in this section is important for the safe and reliable application of the Z300 V3
Sensor. You must read this section and understand the information contained before attempting to set up
or operate a Z300 V3 Sensor.

READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS DOCUMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

SUITABILITY FOR USE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

PERFORMANCE DATA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

CHANGE IN SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

ERRORS AND OMISSIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

PROGRAMMABLE PRODUCTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

COPYRIGHT AND COPY PERMISSION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Meanings of Signal Words. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Meanings of Alert Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Laser Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Regulations and standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Precautions for Safe Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Precautions for Correct Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Confirming Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Product Availability. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Visual Aids. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Notation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

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READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS DOCUMENT

Please read and understand this document before using the products. Please consult your OMRON
representative if you have any questions or comments.

WARRANTY

OMRON’s exclusive warranty is that the products are free from defects in materials and workmanship
for a period of one year (or other period if specified) from date of sale by OMRON.

OMRON MAKES NO WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, REGARDING
NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF THE
PRODUCTS. ANY BUYER OR USER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THE BUYER OR USER ALONE
HAS DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCTS WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF
THEIR INTENDED USE. OMRON DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED.

LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY

OMRON SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE
PRODUCTS, WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED ON CONTRACT, WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE,
OR STRICT LIABILITY.

In no event shall responsibility of OMRON for any act exceed the individual price of the product on
which liability is asserted.

IN NO EVENT SHALL OMRON BE RESPONSIBLE FOR WARRANTY, REPAIR, OR OTHER
CLAIMS REGARDING THE PRODUCTS UNLESS OMRON’S ANALYSIS CONFIRMS THAT THE
PRODUCTS WERE PROPERLY HANDLED, STORED, INSTALLED, AND MAINTAINED AND NOT
SUBJECT TO CONTAMINATION, ABUSE, MISUSE, OR INAPPROPRIATE MODIFICATION OR
REPAIR.

SUITABILITY FOR USE

THE PRODUCTS CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT ARE NOT SAFETY RATED. THEY ARE NOT
DESIGNED OR RATED FOR ENSURING SAFETY OF PERSONS, AND SHOULD NOT BE RELIED
UPON AS A SAFETY COMPONENT OR PROTECTIVE DEVICE FOR SUCH PURPOSES. Please
refer to separate catalogs for OMRON’s safety rated products.

OMRON shall not be responsible for conformity with any standards, codes, or regulations that apply to
the combination of products in the customer’s application or use of the product.

At the customer’s request, OMRON will provide applicable third party certification documents
identifying ratings and limitations of use that apply to the products. This information by itself is not
sufficient for a complete determination of the suitability of the products in combination with the end
product, machine, system, or other application or use.

The following are some examples of applications for which particular attention must be given. This is
not intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible uses of the products, nor is it intended to imply that
the uses listed may be suitable for the products:

• Outdoor use, uses involving potential chemical contamination or electrical interference, or conditions
or uses not described in this document.

• Nuclear energy control systems, combustion systems, railroad systems, aviation systems, medical
equipment, amusement machines, vehicles, safety equipment, and installations subject to separate
industry or government regulations.

• Systems, machines, and equipment that could present a risk to life or property.

Please know and observe all prohibitions of use applicable to the products.
NEVER USE THE PRODUCTS FOR AN APPLICATION INVOLVING SERIOUS RISK TO LIFE OR

PROPERTY WITHOUT ENSURING THAT THE SYSTEM AS A WHOLE HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO
ADDRESS THE RISKS, AND THAT THE OMRON PRODUCT IS PROPERLY RATED AND
INSTALLED FOR THE INTENDED USE WITHIN THE OVERALL EQUIPMENT OR SYSTEM.

PERFORMANCE DATA

Performance data given in this document is provided as a guide for the user in determining suitability
and does not constitute a warranty. It may represent the result of OMRON’s test conditions, and the
users must correlate it to actual application requirements. Actual performance is subject to the
OMRON Warranty and Limitations of Liability.

CHANGE IN SPECIFICATIONS

Product specifications and accessories may be changed at any time based on improvements and
other reasons.

It is our practice to change model numbers when published ratings or features are changed, or when
significant construction changes are made. However, some specifications of the product may be
changed without any notice. When in doubt, special model numbers may be assigned to fix or
establish key specifications for your application on your request. Please consult with your OMRON
representative at any time to confirm actual specifications of purchased products.

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS

Dimensions and weights are nominal and are not to be used for manufacturing purposes, even when
tolerances are shown.

ERRORS AND OMISSIONS

The information in this document has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate; however,
no responsibility is assumed for clerical, typographical, or proofreading errors, or omissions.

PROGRAMMABLE PRODUCTS

OMRON shall not be responsible for the user’s programming of a programmable product, or any
consequence thereof.

COPYRIGHT AND COPY PERMISSION

This document shall not be copied for sales or promotions without permission.

This document is protected by copyright and is intended solely for use in conjunction with the product.
Please notify us before copying or reproducing this document in any manner, for any other purpose. If
copying or transmitting this document to another, please copy or transmit it in its entirety.

PRECAUTIONS

Meanings of Signal Words

The following signal words are used in this manual.

WARNING

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in minor or
moderate injury, or may result in serious injury or death. Additionally there may be
significant property damage.

Meanings of Alert Symbols

The following alert symbols are used in this document.

Cautions to indicate potential laser beam hazard

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PRECAUTIONS

Laser Safety

b WARNING

The laser radiation has a high power density and exposure may result in loss of sight.
Do not to expose your eyes to the laser radiation either directly or indirectly (i.e., after
reflection from a mirror or shiny surface).

Sensor Head is a Class 3B Laser Product according to EN60825-1 (IEC60825-1) and Class II Laser
Product according to FDA (21 CFR1040.10) (see note). The Z510 Series is meant to be built into final
system equipment. Pay special attention to the following precautions for the safe use of the product:

Note:Europe: Class 2 and Class 3B of EN60825-1: 1994 = IEC60825-1: 1993

U.S.A.: Class II and Class IIIB of FDA (21 CFR1040.10).

Z300-S2T Z300-S5T Z300-S10 Z300-S60

Wave length 650 nm 670 nm 670 nm 658 nm

Maximum pulse
duration

Cycle 0.5 to 10 ms 0.5 to 10 ms 0.5 to 10 ms 0.5 to 25 ms

Peak power 1 mW max. 1 mW max. 1 mW max. 15 mW max.

Class 23B

(1)Use this product as specified in the operation manual. Otherwise, you may be exposed to

hazardous laser radiation.

(2)The Z300 series radiates laser beams in the visible light range. Do not expose your eyes directly to

the laser radiation. Ensure that the laser beam path is terminated during use. If a mirror or shiny
surface is positioned in the laser beam path, ensure that the reflected beam path is also terminated.
If the Unit must be used without terminating the laser beam path, position the laser beam path so
that it is not at eye level.

(3)To avoid exposure to hazardous laser radiation, do not displace nor remove the protective housing

during operation, maintenance, and any other servicing.
(4)The user should return the product to OMRON for all repair and servicing.
(5)As for countries other than those of Europe and the U.S.A., observe the regulations and standards

specified by each country.

7 ms 7 ms 7 ms 17.5 ms

As for the Laser Product Classifications, refer to the Appendix.
Refer to page 77.

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PRECAUTIONS

Labeling on Laser Use

The Sensor has the following WARNING label on the side.

Z300-S2T

Z300-S5T

Z300-S60

Z300-S10

Re-labeling

The following labels are provided, to be used selectively according to countries.
for use in the U.S.: FDA label (Aperture label, Caution logo label, Certification and
Identification label)
for use in countries other than the U.S.: Warning label according to EN/IEC standards.
Be sure to turn off the sensor before replacing the label, or your hand or other body parts may
be exposed to the hazardous laser beam radiating from the sensor.

§ Use in the U.S.

When a laser product mounted on a certain device is to be used in the U.S., it has to meet the
requirements set forth by the FDA (regulations for laser products set forth by the Food and
Drug Administration).
Applications have been approved by CDRH (Center for Devices and Radiological Health) for
Z300-S2T, Z300-S5T, Z300-S10, Z300-S60. Three different FDA labels are enclosed in the
sensor package. Attach them to the sensor body.

The Z300 is designed to be built into the finished system unit. Refer to the following technical
standard for installation.
21CFR1040.10 and 1040.11

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DANGER

DANGER

PRECAUTIONS

FDA Labels for Laser Products

ClassIICautionlogotype ClassIICautionlogotype

CAUTION

PEAKPOWER
PULSEDURATION
WAVELENGTH

Z300-S2T

1000
10000
650

µs

10000
650

µs

µw

1000

µw

CAUTION

PEAKPOWER

1000

PULSEDURATION

10000

WAVELENGTH

670

Z300-S5T/S10

µs

10000
670

µs

µw

1000

µw

ApertureLabel CertificationandIdentificationLabel

AVOID
EXPOSURE

Laserradiation
isemittedfrom
thisaperture

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Thislaserproductcomplieswith
21CFR1040.10and1040.11.

OMRONCorporation

ShiokojiHorikawa,Shimogyo-ku,
Kyoto600-8530JAPAN

Placeofmanufacture:

AYABEFactory,OMRONCorp.

Manufacturedin

Areas to Attach Labels

Z300-S2T

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CAUTION

PEAKPOWER
PULSEDURATION
WAVELENGTH

AVOID
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isemittedfrom
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ApertureLabel

Z300-S60

DANGER

AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM

PEAK POWER

15000

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25000

WAVE LENGTH

658

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1000

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10000
650

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21CFR1040.10and1040.11.

OMRONCorporation

ShiokojiHorikawa,Shimogyo-ku,

Kyoto600-8530JAPAN

Placeofmanufacture:

AYABEFactory,OMRONCorp.

Manufacturedin

ClassIIIB
Dangerlogotype

ClassIIIBDangerlogotype

DANGER

PEAK POWER
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WAVE LENGTH

Z300-S60

Z300-S5T/S10

ApertureLabel

AVOID
EXPOSURE

Laserradiation
isemittedfrom
thisaperture

CAUTION

µw

PEAKPOWER

1000

µs

PULSEDURATION

10000

WAVELENGTH

670

ClassII
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µw

15000

µs

25000
658

Certificationand
IdentificationLabel

Thislaserproductcomplieswith
21CFR1040.10and1040.11.

OMRONCorporation

ShiokojiHorikawa,Shimogyo-ku,
Kyoto600-8530JAPAN

Placeofmanufacture:

AYABEFactory,OMRONCorp.

Manufacturedin

15000
25000
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ApertureLabel

§ Use in Countries Other than the U.S.

Replace the warning label in Japanese on the sensor main body with the attached EN/IEC
warning label upon use in countries other than the U.S. Attach the label in the area where the
original Japanese warning label was provided.
EN60825-1(IEC60825-1) standard is applied to products exported to European countries.
The Z300 conforms to the standard.

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PRECAUTIONS

Warning Labels

1.0
10
650

Z300-S2T

15
25
658

Z300-S60

Be sure to attach correct warning labels; do not attach FDA labels by mistake.

Regulations and standards

The Z300 conforms to the following EC directives and EN standards.

1. EC Directives
EMC Directive: No.89//336/EEC

2. EN Standards
EN61326: 1997+A1:1998+A2:2001(EMI:Class A)

Z300-S5T
Z300-S10

1.0
10
670

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PRECAUTIONS

Precautions for Safe Use

Please observe the following precautions for safe use of the product.

(1) Do not use the Z300 in environment with flammable or explosive gases.

(2) Install the Z300 away from high-voltage devices and moving machinery to

allow safe access during operation and maintenance.

(3) Use the Z300 with the power supply voltages specified in this manual.

(4) Use crimp terminals for wiring. Do not connect the power supply wires by just

twisting stranded wire and connecting directly to the terminals.

(5) Use the wire and crimp terminals of the proper sizes as specified in this man-

ual.

(6) Confirm that wiring has been performed correctly before turning ON the

power supply.

(7) Cover the terminal blocks with the Terminal Block Protection Covers.

Uncovered terminal blocks can result in electric shock.

(8) Use a DC power supply with countermeasures against high-voltage spikes

(safe extra low-voltage circuits on the secondary side).

(9) Be sure to securely tighten the screws when mounting the Z300.

(10)Do not attempt to dismantle, repair, or modify the Z300.

(11)Dispose of the Z300 as industrial waste.

15

PRECAUTIONS

Precautions for Correct Use

Please observe the following precautions to prevent failure to operate, malfunctions, or undesirable
effects on product performance.

Components

The Sensor and Console connected to the Z300-VC10V4 Controller must be
products designed specifically for the Z300.

- Sensor (Z300-S2T, Z300-S5T, Z300-S10, Z300-S60)

- Console (Z300-KP)

Installation Site

Do not install the Z300 in locations subjected to the following conditions:

- Ambient temperature outside of 0 to +40°C for the F300-M09 Video Monitor
(recommended monitor) or outside of 0 to +50°C for other Z300 compo­nents.

- Condensation due to rapid temperature fluctuations

- Relative humidities outside 35 to 85%

- Corrosive or flammable gases

- Dust, salt, or iron particles

- Direct vibration or shock

- Reflection of intense light (such as other laser beams or electric arc-weld­ing machine)

- Strong magnetic fields

- Direct sunlight

- Water, oil, or chemical fumes or spray

Installation Orientation

Orientation of Controller

To improve heat dissipation, install the Controller in the following direction only:

CORRECT

Do not install the Controller in the orientations shown in the following diagram.

INCORRECT

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PRECAUTIONS

Ambient Temperature

- Maintain a minimum clearance of 50 mm above and below the Z300 to
improve air circulation.

- Do not install the Z300 immediately above significant heat sources, such as
heaters, transformers, or large-capacity resistors.

- Do not let the ambient temperature exceed 50°C.

- Provide a forced-air fan cooling or air conditioning if the ambient tempera­ture is near 50°C so that the ambient temperature never exceed 50°C.

Control panel

Z300

Louver

Ambient Illumination

Although the Z300 is rated for use in environments where the ambient illumina­tion does not exceed 3000lx, if possible, do not use the Z300 near lighting equip­ment that turns ON and OFF continuously. If this is unavoidable, reduce the
influence of the light by, for example, using a light baffle.

Noise Resistance

- Do not install the Z300 in a cabinet containing high-voltage equipment.

- Do not install the Z300 within 200 mm of power cables.

Sensor Maintenance

- Install the Sensor in a clean environment and keep the filter on the front panel
of the Sensor free from oil and dust. If affected by oil or dust, clean the filter as
follows:

1. Use a blower brush (used to clean camera lenses) to blow large dust parti­cles from the surface. Do not blow the dust away with your mouth.

2. Use a soft cloth (for lenses) with a small amount of alcohol to remove the
remaining dust. Do not use a scrubbing action when cleaning as scratches
on the filter could result in the Sensor malfunctioning.

Environment

The Sensor cannot accurately detect the following types of objects:

- Objects with an extremely low reflection ratio

- Objects with a small curvature

- Largely inclined objects

Connecting Cables

Always turn OFF the Z300's power before connecting or disconnecting cable.

Power cable

200 mm min.

Z300

200 mm min.

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PRECAUTIONS

Touching Signal Lines in Connectors or Terminals

To prevent damage from static electricity, use a wrist strap or another device for
preventing electrostatic discharges when touching terminals or signal lines in
connectors.

Wiring

When using a transformer for the Z300's driving power supply, use an isolation
transformer in the way shown below. Do not use an auto-transformer. Doing so
may result in equipment failure.

Auto-transformer

Commercial

power supply

Isolation transformer

Commercial

power supply

Turning OFF the Power (Visual Mode Only)

Do not turn OFF the power while a message is being displayed indicating that
processing is being performed. Data in memory will be destroyed, and the Z300
may not operate correctly the next time it is started.

Scn 0▼

SAVE▼

Z300

Z300

Saving data.

Using the RESET Signal

Do not use the RESET input immediately after power is turned ON. When using
the RESET input to synchronize startup timing, wait at least 1 second after the
Z300's power supply is turned ON before turning ON the RESET terminal.

Securing the Video Monitor (When Using the Recommended F150-M09)

Observe the following precautions to prevent noise interference, because the
video monitor case is connected to the 0 V line in the internal circuits.

1. Do not ground the video monitor.

2. Do not ground the metallic part of the connector.

3. Secure the video monitor with plastic screws if it is being mounted to a metal­lic surface.

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PRECAUTIONS

Warming Up

After turning ON the power supply, allow the Z300 to stand for at least 30 min­utes before use. The circuits are unstable immediately after the power supply is
turned ON and attempting measurement may result in inconsistent measure­ment values.

Confirming Package Contents

Check the contents of the package as soon as you receive the Z300. It is extremely rare for compo­nents to be missing, but contact the nearest OMRON representative if any of the following items are
missing.

1. Z300-VC10EV3 Controller Qty: 1

2. SETUP MANUAL (This Manual) Qty: 1

3. OPERATION MANUAL Qty: 1

Product Availability

Some of the products listed may not be available in some countries. Please contact your nearest
OMRON sales office by referring to the addresses provided at the back of this manual.

Visual Aids

The following headings appear in the left column of the manual to help you locate different types of
information.

Note Indicates information of particular interest for efficient and convenient operation

Notice Indicates information required to take full advantage of the functions and perfor-

CHECK Indicates points that are important in using product functions or in application

1,2,3... Indicates lists of one sort or another, such as procedures, checklists, etc.

SeeAlso Indicates where to find related information.

of the product.

mance of the product. Incorrect application methods may result in the loss of
damage or damage to the product. Read and follow all precautionary informa­tion.

procedures.

Notation

Screen Messages In this manual, screen message are given in bold/italic.

E.g.: Application

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SECTION 1

This section introduces the features of the Z300.

1-1 Monitoring While Viewing the Measurement Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

1-2 Simple Setup Using Menus! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

1-3 A Wide Variety of Useful Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Features

21

Monitoring While Viewing the Measurement Status Section 1-1

1-1 Monitoring While Viewing the Measurement Status

Monitoring suited to the application is possible at every stage from installation
and adjustment to operation and maintenance.

For details on the display, refer to page 12 in the Operation Manual.

Z300

Monitor

Sensor

The status of laser beam images can be

displayed on the monitor screen.

It is possible to make fine adjustments to

the measurement position and to confirm

that the light density is not excessive or

insufficient.

Linear sensor controller-style digital display

is also possible.

SCN0 0.48ms

OUT 0

SCN0 0.48ms

POWER

SYNC

RUN

NEAR

HI LO ZERO OFF

+001.6070 mm

RUN

+001.6070

PASS

BRIGHT

Sensor

+
+

DARK

LV [ 12]
PEAK[199]

Sensor

LV [---]
PEAK[---]

PASS

mm

0

1

22

Waveforms with measurement values ar-

ranged in chronological order can be dis-

played and so the shapes of the workpieces

moving along the line can be checked.

OUT 0

HI=+005.0000 mm

LO=-005.0000 mm

RUN

SCN0 0.48ms

H

L

thru

OUT 0

+001.6070 mm PASS

RO OFF

+

ZERO OFF

Simple Setup Using Menus! Section 1-2

1-2 Simple Setup Using Menus!

Set the measurement conditions on the Console according to the menus dis­played on the monitor screen. The Z300 has 2 types of menu.

First, try out the Application Menu.
Measurement conditions for a representative application are already set and so
setting can be performed simply by selecting the measurement items.

Refer to page 28 in the Operation Manual.

The Z300 is factory-set to
perform surface displace­ment measurement when
the power supply is turned
ON.

Application
Sf displace
Spot displace

Select from these items.

Use the Expert Menu to set different measurement conditions from the preset
ones, or to add more detailed settings to the Application Menu settings.

Refer to page 43 in the Operation Manual.

Max. height

Groove/dent
Step
Transp thick
Step(2sensor)
Thik(2sensor)

Select the application
ENT:Next ESC:Back

Select the item
to be set.

SET

Scn0

Point/Equation

Conditions
Hold
Avg/Filter
Details

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A Wide Variety of Useful Functions Section 1-3

1-3 A Wide Variety of Useful Functions

Useful Feature for Sensor Installation!

The Sensor's installation conditions and orientation can be adjusted while moni­toring the CCD's received light density.

Refer to page 118 in the Operation Manual.

Useful for Analyzing the Causes of NG Images!

Laser beam images and waveforms for NG images can be recorded. Recorded
images can be reproduced to help analyze the cause of NG images.

Refer to page 122 in the Operation Manual.

Easy Settings for Measuring Workpiece Thickness and Level Differ­ences!

Two Sensors can be connected to the Controller, allowing measurement condi­tions to be set easily.
(Connect the same models of Sensor.)

Refer to page 29 in the Operation Manual.

A Variety of Output Formats!

Not only is analog output available, but communications with external devices
can also be performed via terminal blocks or RS-232C.

For details on terminal block output, refer to page 150 in the Operation
Manual.
For details on RS-232C output, refer to page 157 in the Operation Man­ual.
For details on analog output, refer to page 173 in the Operation Manual.

Comprehensive Hold Functions!

Hold Mode can be set freely at up to 4 points (times).

Refer to page 65 in the Operation Manual.

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SECTION 2

Wiring and Connection

Procedures for wiring power supplies and ground wires and for connecting to external devices are described in
this section.

2-1 Component Names and Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

2-2 System Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

2-3 Connecting Peripheral Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

2-4 Power Supply and Ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

2-5 Terminal Block Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

2-6 RS-232C Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

2-7 Linear Sensor Controller Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

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Component Names and Functions Section 2-1

2-1 Component Names and Functions

Sensor

Z300-S2T Sensor

NEAR indicator

FAR indicator

Beam cover
Monitor

Emitter

Light
Receiver

Z300-S60 Sensor

Z300-S5T Sensor
Z300-S10 Sensor

NEAR indicator

FAR indicator

Receiver

Emitter

FAR indicator

NEAR indicator

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Emitter

Receiver

Component Names and Functions Section 2-1

, If the distance between the front of the Sensor and the workpiece is the

measurement range, these indicators turn ON or OFF according to the distance.
If the workpiece is outside the measurement range or if the light density is insuf­ficient, both indicators will flash.

Distance to measurement center

Measurement range lower limit

Outside measurement range

Z300-S2T

Z300-S10

Z300-S5T

Z300-S60

19

80

45

250

19.9

98

49.5

565

20

100

50

600

These indicators also act as laser beam warning indicators.

- Immediately after the power supply is turned ON, one or both of these indica­tors will light or flash.

- For 15 to 25 seconds after the power supply is turned ON, both indicators will
be OFF indicating that the laser beam is OFF.

- When the laser beam turns ON, one of these indicators will light or flash.

- When the laser beam turns OFF, both indicators will turn OFF.

Emits laser beam.
Receives laser beam.
Light used when displaying surrounding images.
Captures surrounding images.

Used for switching between display of surrounding images and measure­ment. To display surrounding images, loosen the screws of the beam cover
lever and move the lever to the left. To perform measurement, move the lever to
the right. Tighten the lever screws with a flat-bladed screwdriver to a torque in
the range 0.15 to 0.3 N•m (1.5 to 3 kgf•cm).

Measurement range upper limit

Outside measurement range

20.1

50.5

102

635

21

120

55

950

(Unit: mm)

NEAR indicator

FAR indicator

Lit

Flashing

Not lit

CHECK When Using the Z300-S2T

- When performing measurement with the beam cover removed, attach the
monitor cap provided with the Sensor in the way shown below.

- When displaying surrounding images, be sure to attach the beam cover. Sur­rounding images cannot be displayed correctly without the beam cover
attached.

Beam Cover Attached

Two, M2 × 4

Lever screws: M2 × 5

Display of surrounding images

Lever

Measurement

Lever

Beam Cover Removed

Monitor cap
(provided as an accessory)

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Component Names and Functions Section 2-1

Controller

Output

Ground terminal

Power Supply
terminals

terminals

Input
terminals

BRIGHT indicator

STAB indicator

DARK indicator

RS-232C
connector

DIP Switch

Analog
Output terminals

* Do not use.

FAR indicator

NEAR indicator

Monitor connector

*Do not remove

the sticker on the side.

Output terminals

Sensor Connector

* Do not open.

Console connector

Shading indicates parts that are lifted to see the terminals underneath.

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Component Names and Functions Section 2-1

, If the distance between the front of the Sensor and the workpiece is the

measurement range, these indicators turn ON or OFF according to the distance.
If the workpiece is outside the measurement range or if the light density is insuf­ficient, both indicators will flash.

Distance to measurement center

Measurement range lower limit

Outside measurement range

Z300-S2T

Z300-S10

Z300-S5T

Z300-S60

19

80

45

250

19.9

98

49.5

565

20

100

50

600

These indicators also act as laser beam warning indicators.

- Immediately after the power supply is turned ON, one or both of these indica­tors will light or flash.

- For 15 to 25 seconds after the power supply is turned ON, both indicators will
be OFF indicating that the laser beam is OFF.

- When the laser beam turns ON, one of these indicators will light or flash.

- When the laser beam turns OFF, both indicators will turn OFF.

Connects to the ground wire.
Connects to the power supply.
, Connects to external devices such as a PLC.
Connects to the monitor.
Connects to a console.
Connects to the sensor.
Connected when using analog output.
Set when using the Z300 in Non-visual Mode.

Refer to page 55.
Connects to external devices such as a personal computer or PLC.
,,

Turn ON according to the light density at the Sensor.
If LDOFF is input via the terminal block or RS-232C, or if the Sensor is not con­nected, all of the indicators flash.

- BRIGHT indicator···Turns ON when the light density is too high.

- DARK indicator ···Turns ON when the light density is insufficient.

- STAB indicator ···Turns ON when the light density is suitable.

Measurement range upper limit

Outside measurement range

20.1

50.5

102

635

21

120

55

950

(Unit: mm)

NEAR indicator

FAR indicator

Lit

Flashing

Not lit

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