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.

13

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

14

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

16

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.

17

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.

18

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

19

20

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

23

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.

24

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

25

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

26

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)

27

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.

28

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

29

System Configuration Section 2-2

2-2 System Configuration

2-2-1 System Configuration for Visual Mode

The Z300 is provided with menus that allow easy setting of measurement condi­tions to suit the application. Perform settings on the Console using the menu
items displayed on the monitor. Waveform measurement results can also be dis­played on the monitor.
The mode used for this type of operation is called "Visual Mode." If the DIP
switch on the Controller is set to VISUAL, the Z300 goes into Visual Mode when
the power supply is turned ON. The DIP switch is factory-set to VISUAL.

∗Components marked with

an asterisk are specially
designed for the Z300.
Other products cannot be used.

Z300-VC10EV3/Z300-VC15EV3 Controller

∗

Sensor (See page 50)
Z300-S2T (2-m cable)
Z300-S5T (2-m cable)
Z300-S10 (2-m cable)
Z300-S60 (0.5-m cable)

Power Supply

Recommended model: OMRON
S82K-05024(See page 36)

ESC TRIG

ENT

∗

Sensor Extension Cable
Z309-SC1R (1.5m, 3 m, 8 m, 13 m, or 18 m)
Specify the required cable length
when ordering.

CHECK - Up to 2 Sensors can be connected.

When performing measurement with 2 Sensors at the same time, use Sen­sors of the same model. It is possible to connect different Sensors but it will
not be possible to perform measurement using both at the same time.

For details on using different models, refer to page 146 in the Operation
Manual.

30

SHIFT

CONSOLE

∗

Console
Z300-KP(2-m cable)

System Configuration Section 2-2

CHECK When Using the Z300-S60

- When using the Extension Cable, set the length of the Extension Cable in
SYS/ Environment. This reduces errors due to the extended cable length.

For details, refer to page 140 in the Operation Manual

F150-VM Monitor Cable(2 m)

BNC Jack (provided with the F150-VM)

Expand the System to Suit the Application

Programmable Controller

F150-M05L Liquid

Crystal Monitor

(pin input)

POWER

SYNC

F300-M09 CRT

Video Monitor(BNC input)

POWER

Personal Computer

Linear Sensor Controller

K3TS
K3AS
K3TJ
K3NX

0

8

9.012

12.345 67.891

CQM1-LSE
See page 44

Notice Always turn OFF the power supply before connecting or disconnecting cables.

The peripheral device may be damaged if connected or disconnected with the
power supply turned ON.

31

System Configuration Section 2-2

2-2-2 System Configuration for Non-visual Mode

The Z300 can be used without a monitor but with a Linear Sensor Controller
connected. In this case, the Z300's menus cannot be used. The way in which the
Z300's analog outputs are used is set at the Linear Sensor Controller.
The mode for this type of operation (without being able to see menus and wave­forms) is called "Non-visual Mode." To perform operation in Non-visual Mode,
the DIP switch on the Controller must be set to NON VISUAL.

Refer to page 55.

Notice Turn OFF the power supply before changing the DIP switch settings.

∗Components marked with

an asterisk are specially
designed for the Z300.
Other products cannot be used.

89.0

0

1

12.345

2

67.891

Linear Sensor Controller (See page 44)
K3TS (Linear Sensor Digital Panel Meter)
K3AS (Linear Sensor Controller)
K3TJ (Scaling Mater)
K3NX (Digital Panel Meter)
CQM1-LSE (Linear Sensor Interface Unit)

Power Supply

Recommended model:
OMRON S82K-05024
(See page 36)

∗

∗

Sensor Extension Cable

Z309-SC1R

(1.5 m, 3 m, 8 m, 13 m, or 18 m)
Specify the required cable
length when ordering.

Sensor (See page 48)
Z300-S2T (2-m cable)
Z300-S5T (2-m cable)
Z300-S10 (2-m cable)
Z300-S60 (0.5-m cable)

CHECK When Using the Z300-S60

Use with a cable extension length of less than 3 m in Non-visual Mode.

CHECK Only 1 Sensor can be connected. Connect it to SENSOR 0.

Notice Always turn OFF the power supply before connecting or disconnecting cables.

The peripheral device may be damaged if connected or disconnected with the
power supply turned ON.

32

Connecting Peripheral Devices Section 2-3

2-3 Connecting Peripheral Devices

This section shows how to connect peripheral devices to the Controller.

Notice Always turn OFF the power supply before connecting or disconnecting a periph-

eral device's cable. The peripheral device may be damaged if it is connected
while the power is ON.

Notice The various connectors on the Controller are capped when the Controller is

shipped.
When a connector is not being used, leave the cap in place or replace the cap to
protect against dust, dirt, and static electricity.

Connecting a Console

Connect the console Z300-KP to the Controller's console connector.

ESC TRIG

SHIFT

CONSOLE

ENT

CONSOLE

Connecting a Monitor

Connect the monitor cable F150-VM to the Controller's monitor connector.

MONITOR

POWER

SYNC

33

Connecting Peripheral Devices Section 2-3

Connecting a Sensor

Connect the sensor to the Controller's sensor connector. Three ferrite cores
(supplied with the sensor) must be attached to the sensor cable. Two ferrite
cores can be connected within 100 mm from the sensor and within 100 mm from
the controller's connector, respectively.

Within 100 mm

Ferrite core (standard accessory)

Ferrite core
(Ferrite cores have already been
installed on the sensor. However,
their positions can be changed if
necessary.)

Within 100 mm

Ferrite core (standard accessory)

When using an extension cable, make sure that two ferrite cores are connected
within 100 mm from the sensor and within 100 mm from the controller's connec­tor, respectively.

Within 100 mm

Ferrite core (standard accessory)

Ferrite core
(Ferrite cores have already been
installed on the sensor. However,
their positions can be changed if
necessary.)

Within 100 mm

Ferrite core (standard accessory)

SENSOR

SENSOR

34

Power Supply and Ground Section 2-4

2-4 Power Supply and Ground

Wire the power supply and the ground to their respective terminals.

2-4-1 Crimp Terminals and Cables

The terminal block uses M3 terminal screws. Use appropriate crimp terminals
for M3 screws as shown below. Tighten the screws to a torque of between 0.5
and 0.6 N•m. After wiring, confirm that the wiring is correct.

Notice Cover the terminal blocks with the Terminal Block Protection Covers. Uncov-

ered terminal blocks can result in electric shock.

Forked Round

6.2 mm max.

Forked J.S.T. Mfg Co.,Ltd V1.25-N3A

Round J.S.T. Mfg Co.,Ltd V1.25-MS3

2-4-2 Ground Wiring

100Ω or less.

Notice -Be sure to ground to 100Ω or less.

-Always connect a ground wire to the Z300's ground terminal. To avoid
grounding problems, do not share the ground wire with any other devices or
wire the ground to the building's steel framing.

-Use a grounding point that is as close as possible and keep the ground wiring
as short as possible.

Ground to

6.2 mm max.

Recommended Crimp Terminals

Manufacturer Model Recommended wire size

1.31 to 1.65mm

2

35

Power Supply and Ground Section 2-4

2-4-3 Wiring the Power Supply

Use a power supply that meets the following specifications.

CHECK Use a DC power supply with countermeasures against high-voltage spikes (safe

extra low-voltage circuits on the secondary side).Excessively high voltages can
result in electric shock.

Recommended Power Supply: OMRON S82K-05024

Output current 1.6 A min.
Power supply voltage 24 VDC (21.6 to 26.4VDC)

+

24VDC

-

Notice - Wire the Power Supply Unit independently of other devices. In particular,

keep the power supply wired separately from inductive loads.

- Keep the power supply wiring as short as possible. (10 m max.)

- If UL recognition is required, use a UL class II power supply.

36

Terminal Block Connections Section 2-5

2-5 Terminal Block Connections

2-5-1 Crimp Terminals and Cables

The terminal block uses M3 terminal screws. Use appropriate crimp terminals
for M3 screws as shown below. Tighten the screws to a torque of between 0.5
and 0.6 N•m.

Notice Cover the terminal blocks with the Terminal Block Protection Covers. Uncov-

ered terminal blocks can result in electric shock.

Forked Round

6.2 mm max.

Recommended Crimp Terminals

Manufacturer Model Recommended wire size

Forked J.S.T. Mfg Co.,Ltd V1.25-N3A

Round J.S.T. Mfg Co.,Ltd V1.25-MS3

6.2 mm max.

1.31 to 1.65mm

2-5-2 Internal Specifications

CHECK Use a DC power supply with countermeasures against high-voltage spikes (safe

extra low-voltage circuits on the secondary side). Excessively high voltages can
result in electric shock.

Input Specifications

Item Specification

Model Z300-VC10EV3 (NPN mode) Z300-VC15EV3 (PNP mode)
Input voltage 12 to 24 VDC ±10%
ON current *1 5 to 15 mA
ON voltage *1 8.8 V max.
OFF current *2 0.1 mA max.
OFF voltage *2 4.5 V min.

ON delay

OFF delay

RESET input:10 ms max.
Other inputs: 0.5 ms max

RESET input:15 ms max.
Other inputs: 0.7 ms max.

2

Internal circuits

COM IN

+

Input
terminal

Input
terminal

+

COM IN

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Terminal Block Connections Section 2-5

Output Specifications

Item Specification

Model Z300-VC10EV3 (NPN mode) Z300-VC15EV3 (PNP mode)
Output voltage 12 to 24 VDC ±10%
Load current 45 mA max.
ON residual volt-

age
OFF leakage cur-

rent

2 V max.

0.1 mA max.

Internal circuits

Notice Do not exceed the maximum load current specified for the Controller.

*1 ON Current/ON Voltage

*2 OFF Current/OFF Voltage

Output terminal

Load

COM OUT

+

COM OUT

+

Load

Output terminal

This refers to the current or voltage values needed to shift from the OFF→ON
state.
The ON voltage value is the potential difference between each of the input termi­nals and COM IN.

This refers to the current or voltage values needed to shift from the ON→OFF
state.
The OFF voltage value is the potential difference between each of the input ter­minals and COM IN.

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Terminal Block Connections Section 2-5

2-5-3 Terminal Names

24VDC

Output terminals

Input terminals

+

-

DO 1

DO 16

DO 3

DO 18

DO 17

DO 5

GATE

DO 19

DO 7

(∗1)

NCNC

RESET

NC

HOLD-

RST

TRIGGER

DO9

LD­OFF

ZERO 0

ALL-

ZERO

DO 11

DI 0

ZERO 1

DO 13

DI 2

DI 1

DO 15

DI 3

DO 0

DO 2

DO 4 DO 6

DO 14

DO 12

DO 10

DO 8

(∗2) (∗3)

Output terminals

CHECK There are 3 types of COM OUT (*1 to *3) for each output terminal. Connect with

reference to the table at right.

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Terminal Block Connections Section 2-5

2-5-4 Terminal Applications Output Terminals

Name Application Name Application
DO 0
DO 1 DO 15
DO 2 DO 16
DO 3 DO 17
DO 4 DO 18
DO 5 DO 19
DO 6

DO 7

DO 8
DO 9
DO 10
DO 11
DO 12
DO 13

Measurement results out­put

DO 14

GATE

COM OUT
(*1)

COM OUT
(*2)

COM
OUT(*3)

Measurement results out­put

Control terminals
For details, refer to page
150 in the Operation Man­ual.

Common for DO 16 to 19
and GATE

Common for DO 0 to 7

Common for DO 8 to 15

Input Terminals

Name Application
HOLD RST
LD OFF
TRIGGER
ALL ZERO
ZERO 0
ZERO 1
DI 0
DI 1
DI 2
DI 3
RESET For resetting the Z300
COMIN Common for all input terminals

Notice - Do not reverse the connections of the signal terminals and COM terminals.

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

CHECK - The initial status of the output terminals is OFF. The terminals, however,

may turn ON for approximately 0.5 s when the power is turned ON. Be sure
to allow for this when connecting to an external device.

Control terminals
For details, refer to page 150 in the Operation
Manual.

Command input

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RS-232C Wiring Section 2-6

2-6 RS-232C Connections

2-6-1 Connector

The Z300 uses 9-pin D-SUB female connectors. Use a compatible connector.

Recommended Plug and Hood

'

#

Plug: XM2A-0901
Hood: XM2S-0911

Model Manufacturer

OMRON Corp.

$



Pin No. Signal Name

1 FG(GND)

2 SD(TXD) Send Data
3 RD(RXD) Receive Data
4 RS(RTS) Request to Send
5 CS(CTS) Clear to Send
6 NC Not connected
7 NC Not connected
8 NC Not connected
9 SG(GND) Signal ground

Protective frame
ground

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RS-232C Wiring Section 2-6

2-6-2 Wiring

Only use a shielded RS-232C cable. The maximum cable length is 15 m.

Standard Wiring

Wiring for RS/CS Control

Note Pin numbers on the external device will depend on the device being connected.

Refer to the manual for the personal computer or PLC being connected.

Z300

Signal

SD(TXD)

RD(RXD)

RS(RTS)

CS(CTS)

SG(GND)

SD(TXD)

RD(RXD)

RS(RTS)

CS(CTS)

SG(GND)

Z300

Pin No.

2

3

4

5

9

Pin No.Signal

2

3

4

5

9

Shield

Shield

External device

Pin No.

∗

∗

∗

∗

∗

Signal

SD(TXD)

RD(RXD)

RS(RTS)

CS(CTS)

SG(GND)

External device

Pin No.

∗

∗

∗

∗

∗

Signal

SD(TXD)

RD(RXD)

RS(RTS)

CS(CTS)

SG(GND)

2-6-3 Connection

Align the connector with the socket and press the connector straight into place.
Tighten the two screws on the edges of the connector.

Notice - Always turn OFF the power supply before connecting or disconnecting

- Always tighten the connector screws.

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cables. The peripheral device may be damaged if connected or discon­nected with the power supply turned ON.

Linear Sensor Controller Connections Section 2-7

2-7 Linear Sensor Controller Connections

2-7-1 Crimp Terminals and Cables

The terminal block uses M3 terminal screws. Use appropriate crimp terminals
for M3 screws as shown below. Tighten the screws to a torque of between 0.5
and 0.6 N•m.

Caution Cover the terminal blocks with the Terminal Block Protection Covers. Uncov-

ered terminal blocks can result in electric shock.

Forked Round

6.0 mm max.6.0 mm max.

Recommended Crimp Terminals

Manufacturer Model Recommended wire size

Forked J.S.T. Mfg Co.,Ltd V1.25-B3A

Round J.S.T. Mfg Co.,Ltd V1.25-MS3

1.31 to 1.65mm

2-7-2 Terminal Names

2

Name Application

4 to 20mA Analog output terminal for current output in the range 4 to 20 mA.

-5 to 5V Analog output terminal for voltage output in the range -5 to 5 V.
0 Connected to input devices as a ground for analog output.

CHECK Terminal 0 and the 4 to 20-mA terminal can be used for 1 to 5-V voltage output

by connecting the 250-Ω resistor provided.

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Linear Sensor Controller Connections Section 2-7

2-7-3 Internal Specifications

.

2-7-4 Connection Examples for the Linear Sensor Controller Connecting to the Linear Sensor Digital Panel Meter (K3TS)

44

Linear Sensor Controller Connections Section 2-7

Connecting to the Linear Sensor Controller (K3AS)

Connecting to the Scaling Meter (K3TJ)

K3TJ-A116R

45

Linear Sensor Controller Connections Section 2-7

Connecting to the Digital Panel Meter (K3NX)

Connecting to the Linear Sensor Interface Unit (CQM1-LSE)

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

4to20mA

-5to5V

COM

11

+24V
DC

13

15

17

CQM1-LSE01

ZERO

RES

0V

8

10

12

14

16

4 to 20mA

+24V

DC

T/O

ZRES

24 VDC

9

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SECTION 3

Installation

This section provides installation methods for the Controller and Sensor.

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

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

47

Mounting the Controller Section 3-1

3-1 Mounting the Controller

There are two ways to mount the Controller: DIN Track mounting or surface­mounting.

3-1-1 DIN Track Mounting

The Controller can be easily mounted to or removed from 35-mm DIN Track.

DIN Track
The following DIN Tracks are available
from OMRON.
PFP-100N (1 m)
PFP-50N (50 cm)
PFP-100N2 (1 m)

OMRON's PFP-M
End Plate

Mounting the Controller

Hook the Controller into the DIN Track as shown in the diagram and then press
in at the bottom until the Controller locks into place.

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Removing the Controller

Use a flat-bladed screwdriver to pull the hook down and then pull out the Con­troller from the bottom.

Hook

Mounting the Controller Section 3-1

3-1-2 Surface Mounting

Use the holes and dimensions shown in the following diagram.

Four, M4

100±0.2

185±0.2

(Unit: mm)

8

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Mounting the Sensor Section 3-2

3-2 Mounting the Sensor

Up to 2 Sensors can be connected per Controller. When using the Z300 in Non­visual Mode, however, only 1 Sensor can be connected.

WARNING Do not to expose your eyes to the laser radiation either directly or indi-

rectly (i.e., after reflection from a mirror or shiny surface). The laser radia­tion has a high power density and exposure may result in loss of sight.

Notice Only sensors specifically for the Z300 can be used.

Using another type of sensor may result in damage to the sensor or controller.

3-2-1 Sensor Types

View in the direction of the arrows

Front View

A

Super-precision
Model: Z300-S2T

High-precision
Model: Z300-S5T

Long-range Model:
Z300-S10

Super Long-range
Model: Z300-S60

B

Reference

distance

(A)

20mm ±1mm

50mm ±5mm

100mm ±20mm

600mm ±350mm

Z300-S2T/S5T/S10

Measure-

ment

range

(B)

Line beam

DC

Spot diameter

(C)

B=-1mm : 50µm
B=0mm : 20µm
B=+1mm : 50µm

B=-5mm : 140µm
B=0mm : 30µm
B=+5mm : 140µm

B=-20mm : 280µm
B=0mm : 60µm
B=+20mm : 280µm

B=-350mm : 0.8mm
B=0mm : 0.4mm
B=+350mm : 1.3mm

Z300-S60

Line beam

D

Line beam width

(D)

0.3mm
(The width of the measurement
region is 0.2 mm)

0.4mm

1.0mm

B=-350mm : 10mm
(The width of the measurement
region is 5.0mm)
B=0mm : 18mm
(The width of the measurement
region is 12.4mm)
B=+350mm : 26mm
(The width of the measurement
region is 20mm)

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Mounting the Sensor Section 3-2

3-2-2 Mounting Dimensions Dimensions for Diffuse Reflection

Super-precision Model: Z300-S2T

5.2 77.2

51.7

0.1

Two, M4

0.1

24.1

Mounting Hole
Cutout Dimensions

Reception
axis

24.149.3

78.4

Emission axis

Measurement
center

13.8

Reference plane

Vinyl-insulated round cable 6.8 dia.
Standard length 2m

High-precision Model: Z300-S5T

50

4

Emission axis

Measurement center

Three, M4

0.1

69

9.5

70

0.1

0.1

Mounting Hole
Cutout Dimensions

Reception axis

Reference plane

Vinyl-insulated round cable 6.8 dia.
Standard length 2m

30

25

16.4

16.9

(Unit: mm)

51.74.7

50

Connector

(Unit: mm)

80
72
70

9.5

45.1

Three, 4.5-dia. holes

25

100

69

Connector

51

Mounting the Sensor Section 3-2

Long-range Model: Z300-S10

(

Unit: mm

)

9.5

70

0.1

0.1

Measurement center

Three, M4

Reception axis

100

Emission axis

25

25

4

16.4

9.5

80
72
70

Three, 4.5-dia. holes

25

100

69

0.1

69

Mounting Hole

Reference plane

Vinyl-insulated round cable 6.8 dia.
Standard length 2m

Cutout Dimensions

Super Long-range Model: Z300-S60

Reception axis

Measurement
center

Reference plane

7

Vinyl-insulated round cable 6.8 dia.
Standard length 2m

0.1

45

Mounting Hole
Cutout Dimensions

65

0.1

Three,
M4

16.9

600

Emission axis

5

16.4

45.1

57

75
65

Connector

(Unit: mm)

4728

Three, 4.5-dia. holes

4525

2

120

Connector

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Mounting the Sensor Section 3-2

Dimensions for Mirror Reflection

Super-precision Model: Z300-S2T

(

Unit: mm

)

Reception axis

Measurement center

(4)

16

20

4

65

57

Two, 4.5-dia. holes

4

32

56.5

Two,

0.1

57

Mounting Hole
Cutout Dimensions

M4

Emission axis

Reference plane

18.1

Vinyl-insulated round cable 6.8 dia.
Standard length 2m

High-precision Model: Z300-S5T

44

10.3

Emission axis

18.6

15

30

67.6

Measurement center

0.1

0.1

27

Three,
M4

28.8

Reception axis

0.1
Reference plane

18.1

25

25

27

67.6

20

98.5

65

20

Three, 4.5-dia. holes

18.1

Connector

(Unit: mm)

23.1

110.9

64.2

Mounting Hole
Cutout Dimensions

0.1

64.2

Vinyl-insulated round cable 6.8 dia.
Standard length 2m

Connector

53

Mounting the Sensor Section 3-2

Long-range Model: Z300-S10

0.1

68.3

0.1

24.2

Mounting Hole
Cutout Dimensions

37.7 15.6

Three,
M4

94

Measurement
center

Reference plane

0.1 0.1

65.3 15.2

9.3

Emission
axis

12.5

25

Reception axis

Vinyl-insulated round cable 6.8 dia.
Standard length 2m

24.2

95.9

68.3

3-2-3 Mounting Orientation Boundaries between Different Colors and Textures

If there are parts of the workpiece where the color or texture are significantly dif­ferent, measurement errors can be reduced by mounting the Sensor in the way
shown below, i.e., so that the plane containing the emission axis and the recep­tion axis is parallel to the boundary between the contrasting sections of the
workpiece.

(Unit: mm)

Three, 4.5-dia. holes

23.5

15.2

109.6

65.3

Connector

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Emission axis

Boundary

Reception axis

Mounting the Sensor Section 3-2

Mounting Near Walls

Errors will occur if light reflected off a wall surface is received by the Sensor. If it
is not possible to mount the Sensor away from the wall, mount in the way shown
below, i.e., so that the plane containing the emission axis and the reception axis
is parallel to the wall surface. Also, applying matt black coating to the wall sur­face will help to reduce the amount of light reflected.

Narrow Grooves or Indentations

If measurement is performed in an indentation between two walls, or in a
groove, mount the Sensor in the way shown below, i.e., so that the path along
the emission and reception axes is not interrupted by a wall.

Level Differences

When measuring workpieces with level differences, the influence of the level dif­ference can be minimized by mounting the Sensor so that the plane containing
the emission axis and the reception axis is parallel to the boundary between the
different levels.

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Mounting the Sensor Section 3-2

Rotating Workpieces

When measuring rotating workpieces, the influence of position displacement
and blurring of the rotating workpiece can be minimized by mounting the Sensor
so that the plane containing the emission axis and the reception axis is parallel
to the axis of rotation.

Thickness Measurement

When measuring the thickness of boards, select the Sensor mounting method
according to the board material.

Opaque

Workpiece

Sensor mounting
status

Controller settings

Diffuse reflection
Example: Ceramic

Diffuse reflection
mounting status

Specular reflec­tion Example:
Stainless steel

Mirror reflection mounting status

Transparent

Example: Glass

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Workpiece

Workpiece

Mounting the Sensor Section 3-2

Projections

When measuring the tops of projections on the workpieces, mount the Sensor
so that the entire projection passes through the line beam.

 

 

3-2-4 Mounting Distance

After selecting the Sensor mounting status in the menu item Environment,
mount the Sensor in a location where the status can be measured correctly.

For more details, refer to page 140 in the Operation Manual.
When using Non-visual Mode, refer to page 55.

Diffuse Reflection

Super-precision Model: Z300-S2T

 



High-precision Model: Z300-S5T

 



 
















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Mounting the Sensor Section 3-2

Long-range Model: Z300-S10

 



Super Long-range Model: Z300-S60

 



 



 











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Mounting the Sensor Section 3-2

Mirror Reflection

Super-precision Model: Z300-S2T

 



High-precision Model: Z300-S5T



 



Long-range Model: Z300-S10

 

 

  

 

 

















 

 



 





CHECK It is recommended that Sensor mounting is performed while monitoring the

amount of received light in the menu item Check position.

For details, refer to page 118 in the Operation Manual.

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Mounting the Sensor Section 3-2

3-2-5 Mutual Interference

When using 2 or more Sensors mounted adjacently, mutual interference will not
occur as long as the spots (shown below) for other Sensors are outside the
shaded areas.

Z300-S2T

 

Z300-S5T























 

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





Mounting the Sensor Section 3-2

Z300-S10

 









Z300-S60



 















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SECTION 4

Non-visual Mode

In Non-visual Mode, Z300 operation is performed according to the DIP switch settings without using the menus.
Because the menus are not used, the monitor and console are not required. Make settings for the Sensor mount­ing status, sensitivity, and response time using the DIP switch on the Controller.
The way that the Z300's analog outputs are used is set at the Linear Sensor Controller. For details, refer to the
operation manual for the Linear Sensor Controller connected.

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

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

4-2-1 Switching to Non-visual Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

4-2-2 Selecting the Sensor Setting Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

4-2-3 Setting the Sensor’s Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

4-2-4 Selecting the Analog Output Response Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

4-2-5 Selecting the Output Method for Measurement Failure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

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Restrictions Section 4-1

4-1 Restrictions

If the DIP switch setting is changed to NON VISUAL, the Controller's settings
can be changed using the DIP switch without having to connect a monitor or a
console.

Notice Turn OFF the power supply before changing the DIP switch settings.

The restrictions that apply when using the Z300 in Non-visual Mode are pro­vided below.

- Measurement conditions set using the monitor and console are disabled.

- Even if a monitor and console are connected, console operations will have
no effect.

- Only 1 Sensor can be connected. It must be connected to SENSOR 0.

- Measurement is based on the following conditions.

- Sampling time: 0.96 ms

- Smoothing: None

- Noise removal: None

- Output: Analog output only

- Input: LD-OFF input only

- The settings that can be changed are as follows.

- The Sensor mounting status can be selected.

- The Sensor's sensitivity can be set.

- The response time for analog outputs can be selected.

- The output method for measurement failure can be selected.
Refer to page 55 for details of setting methods.

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DIP Switch Settings Section 4-2

4-2 DIP Switch Settings

Mode

Sensor mounting
status

Notice Turn OFF the power supply before changing the DIP switch settings.

4-2-1 Switching to Non-visual Mode

Set when a Linear Sensor Controller is connected instead of a
monitor and console. Making this setting enables the other DIP
switch settings.

1234567

123 4 567 8

Sensitivity

8

Analog output
response time

Not used

Output method for
measurement failure

Set when using a monitor and console. Making this setting al­lows measurement conditions to be set on the console using
the menu items displayed on the monitor screen. Waveform
measurement results can also be displayed on the monitor.
Other DIP switch settings are disabled.

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DIP Switch Settings Section 4-2

4-2-2 Selecting the Sensor Setting Status

The analog output appropriate for the mounting status is set. Measurement at
close to the actual dimensions is possible immediately after mounting.
Adjust the mounting position while monitoring the values of the Linear Sensor
Controller connected.

Mirror reflection

Light that is regularly reflected at the workpiece is
received directly. With this method, measurement
is possible even for shiny workpieces, such as
metallic workpieces.

Diffuse reflection

Light is emitted at the workpiece in a direction
perpendicular to its surface, and diffusely reflect­ed light in the reflected light is received. This
method enables measurement over a wide range.

Output Characteristics

Diffuse Reflection

Z300-S2T

50

26mA

(6V)

20mA

(5V)

0mA

0

4.2

4mA
(-5V)

(0V)

5.2

Measurement

distance

6.2

(mm)

Z300-S5T

30

Analog outputAnalog output

26mA

(6V)

20mA

(5V)

Measurement

55

distance

(mm)

0mA

0

45

(0V)

4mA
(-5V)

50

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DIP Switch Settings Section 4-2

Z300-S10

25

26mA

(6V)

20mA

(5V)

80

0

4mA
(-5V)

Mirror Reflection

Analog output

0mA

100

(0V)

Measurement

distance

120

(mm)

Z300-S60

7

Analog output

26mA

(6V)

20mA

(5V)

Measurement

950

distance

(mm)

0

(0V)

4mA
(-5V)

600

0mA

250

Z300-S2T

25

(6V)

0mA

(0V)

4mA

(-5V)

Analog output

20
[16]*

21
[17]*

Measurement

distance

(mm)

26mA

20mA

(5V)

19
[15]*

0

*Figures in [ ] are for measurement with the beam cover attached.

Z300-S5T

15

(6V)

0mA

(0V)

4mA
(-5V)

Analog output

Measurement

44

48

distance

(mm)

26mA

20mA

(5V)

40

0

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DIP Switch Settings Section 4-2

4-2-3 Setting the Sensor's Sensitivity

Set the sensitivity while monitoring the values on the Linear Sensor Controller
connected.

Measurement is performed at the set sensitivity.
This method is effective if there are no sudden changes
in the color, material, or orientation of the workpiece.
Select from two possible settings.

High sensitivity
Set when measuring workpieces with a low reflection
factor, such as black paper or black rubber.

Low sensitivity
Set when measuring workpieces with a high reflection
factor.

The sensitivity is automatically adjusted to the optimum
level for the workpiece.
This method is effective if the color, material, or orienta­tion of the workpiece changes.
It may not be possible to obtain measurement results
while the sensitivity is changing.

4-2-4 Selecting the Analog Output Response Time

The response time is a measure of the speed with which analog displacement
output responds to a discrete change in the displacement amount. It is the time
taken for the output level to change from 10% to 90% of the total change in level
when rising or falling.

0.96 ms (The results of measurements taken once every

0.96 ms are updated and output every 0.96 ms.)

Displacement amount

90%

Displacement output

61.44 ms (The average of 64 results of measurements tak­en once every 0.96 ms are updated and output every 0.96
ms.)

10%

Response time Response time

90%

10%

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DIP Switch Settings Section 4-2

4-2-5 Selecting the Output Method for Measurement Failure

Select the way outputs operate when measurement is not possible due, for
example, to excessive or insufficient light density. Select the output method
while monitoring the values of the Linear Sensor Controller connected.

Hold the previous measurement result.
Set to HOLD to disregard instances when measurement is not
possible due, for example, to excessive or insufficient light
density.

Example

When set to CLAMP

Transparent film

Locks at 22 to 26 mA or 6 V.

Analog value

When set to HOLD
Holds previous data

Time

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This section explains maintenance procedures for ensuring the Z300's performance.

SECTION 5

Maintenance

71

Cleaning Section 5-1

5 Maintenance

In order to ensure performance, carry out the maintenance procedures given
below.

Notice -Turn OFF the power and take safety precautions before conducting inspec-

tions. Electric shock can result from attempting safety inspections with the
power turned ON.

- Do not use thinners or benzene to clean the Z300.

5-1 Cleaning

- Remove dirt on equipment by gently wiping with a soft cloth.

Optical Filter on Front Panel of Sensor

- 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.

- Use a soft cloth (for lenses) with a small amount of alcohol to remove the
remaining dust.

Notice Do not use a scrubbing action when cleaning as scratches on the filter could

5-2 Regular Inspections

result in the Sensor malfunctioning.

Inspection point Details

Power supply The voltage measured at the power sup-

Ambient
temperature

Ambient
humidity

Installation Each component must be firmly secured.

ply terminals must be 24 VDC +10%/

-10%.
The operating ambient temperature inside

the cabinet must be between 0 and 50°C.
The operating ambient humidity inside

the cabinet must be between 35% and
85%.

Each cable connector must be correctly
inserted and locked.

Tools

required

Circuit tester

Thermometer

Hygrometer

Phillips screw­driver

72

SECTION 6

Troubleshooting

This section provides information on hardware errors that may occur with the Z300. Refer to this section before
requesting service from your OMRON representative.

73

Connection Errors Section 6-1

6 Troubleshooting

This section provides information on hardware errors and remedies to be taken.
Refer to this section before requesting service from your OMRON representa­tive.

6-1 Connection Errors

6-1-1 The Power Indicator is Not Lit.

The Power Supply is not connected properly.
The 24-VDC (21.6 to 26.4-VDC) supply voltage has dropped.

6-1-2 The Video Monitor is Blank.

The power to the Video Monitor is not ON.
The Monitor Cable is not connected properly.
The Video Monitor is malfunctioning.
When using an Liquid Crystal Monitor, the power supply capacity is insufficient.

6-1-3 Cannot Make Key Inputs from the Console.

The Console Cable is not correctly connected.
The DIP switch is set to NON VISUAL.

6-1-4 No Images are Displayed.

The Sensor cable is not connected to the Controller correctly.
There is no workpiece inside the measurement range.
The Sensor is not mounted in the correct position.

6-1-5 The Video Monitor Image is Not Clear.

There is electric noise entering from the power supply or cables.
The Monitor Cable is not connected properly.

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Terminal Block Errors Section 6-2

6-2 Terminal Block Errors

6-2-1 Trigger Signals (Input Signals) are Not Received.

The cables are not correctly wired.
The signal line is disconnected.
The Z300 is not in RUN mode.

6-2-2 Signals cannot be Output Externally.

The trigger signal has not been input.
The cables are not correctly wired.
The signal line is disconnected.
The Z300 is not in RUN mode.

6-3 RS-232C Communication Errors

6-3-1 No Communications are Possible.

The cables are not correctly wired.
The Z300's communications specifications do not match those of the external
device.
The Z300 is not in RUN mode.

6-3-2 The Unit Operates Well Initially, But After a While There is No

Response from the Z300.

The reception buffer on the external device (e.g., personal computer) is full.
Check that settings allow the data to be properly received.

75

76

SECTION 7

Appendix

This section provides the specifications and dimensions of the Z300 and its peripheral devices.

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

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

77

Specifications and Dimensions Section 7-1

7-1 Specifications and Dimensions

7-1-1 Sensor Z300-S2T

42.8

12.5dia.

Z300-S5T

42.8

12.5dia.

78

Sensor Section 7-1

Z300-S10

42.8

12.5dia.

Z300-S60

42.8

12.5dia.

79

Sensor Section 7-1

Model Z300-S2T

RUN Mode Mirror

Distance to measurement
center

Measurement range ±1mm ±4mm ±5mm ±16mm ±20mm

Light source

Beam dimensions (See
note1.)

Linearity

Resolution

Sampling period
(See note 10.)

NEAR indicator

LED indi­cators

FAR indicator

Temperature characteristic
(See note 11.)

Degree of pro­tection

Ambient operat-

Environ­ment
resis­tance

Materials

Cable length 2m 50cm
Minimum bending radius 68mm
Weight Approx. 350g Approx. 600g Approx. 550g

ing illumination
Ambient temper-

ature
Ambient humid-

ity
Vibration resis-

tance

(Super-precision

Model)

reflection

20mm

(with beam
cover
attached: 16
mm)

Visible-light semi­conductor laser
(Wavelength: 650
nm, 1 mW max.,
Class 2)

20µm
(200µm*) TYP. (dis­tance to measure­ment center)
*Measurement
region.

±0.05%
F.S. (See
note 3.)

0.4µm
(See
notes 5
and 6.)

540µs

Lights if the workpiece is close to the measurement center or is on the near side of
the measurement center and inside the measurement region.
Flashes if the workpiece is outside the measurement region or if the density is
excessive or insufficient.

Lights if the workpiece is close to the measurement center or is on the far side of
the measurement center and inside the measurement region.
Flashes if the workpiece is outside the measurement region or if the density is
excessive or insufficient.

±0.01%F.S./°C

IP64 IP67

Illumination at light-receiving surface: 3,000l

Operating: 0 to +50°C (with no icing or condensation)
Storage: -15 to +60°C (with no icing or condensation)

Operating and storage: 35% to 85% (with no condensation)

10 to 150Hz (double amplitude: 0.35 mm) for 8min each in X, Y, and Z directions

Controller: Die-cast aluminum/Cable sheathing: Heat-resistant chlorinated vinyl
Connector: zinc alloy and brass

Diffuse
reflection

±5.2mm ±44mm ±50mm ±94mm ±100mm ±600mm

× 300µm

±0.05%
F.S. (See
note 2.)

0.4µm
(See
notes 5
and 6.)

Z300-S5T

(High-precision

Model)

Mirror
reflection

Visible-light semiconductor laser (Wave­length: 670 nm, 1 mW max., Class 2)

30µm
(distance to mea­surement center

±0.1% F.S. (See note 4.)

0.4µm
(See notes 7 and 9.)

Diffuse
reflection

× 400µm TYP.

Z300-S10

(Long-range Model)

Mirror
reflection

60µm
(distance to measure­ment center)

1µm
(See notes 7 and 8.)

Diffuse
reflection

×1000µm TYP.

× max., incandescent light

Z300-S60

(Super Long-

range Model

Diffuse reflec­tion only

±350
(F.S.700mm)

Visible-light
semiconduc­tor laser
(Wavelength:
658nm,
15mWmax.,
Class 3B)

0.3 mm

×16

(10.3*)mm (at
500 mm)
* Measure­ment region

±0.07%
F.S.(250 to
750 mm)
±0.1%
F.S.(750 to
950 mm)
(See note 4.)

8µm
(at 350 mm)
40µm
(at 600mm)
(See notes 7
and 8.)

IP66
(See note12.)

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Sensor Section 7-1

Note 1: Defined at 1/e

present outside this range and if the reflection factor of the light around the work­piece is high compared to the workpiece, measurement may be affected.

2

(13.5%) of the density at the light center. Light may, however, be

Note 2: Error with respect to the theoretical line representing the displacement output for

measurement of OMRON standard SUS blocks. The linearity varies with the
type of workpiece.

Note 3: Error with respect to the theoretical line representing the displacement output for

measurement of OMRON standard quartz glass. The linearity varies with the
type of workpiece.

Note 4: Error with respect to the theoretical line representing the displacement output for

measurement of OMRON standard white alumina ceramics. The linearity varies
with the type of workpiece.

Z300-S10

120mm

80mm

Digital output

80mm

0.1%max.

120mm

Distance

Note 5: Displacement conversion value for peak-to-peak of displacement output. These

figures are for measurement of OMRON standard quartz glass (mirror reflection)
or OMRON standard SUS blocks (diffuse reflection) at the measurement center.
In magnetic fields, it may not be possible to maintain resolution performance
characteristics.

Note 6: These figures are for when the Sensor is connected to the Z300-VC10EV3, the

average number of measurements is 256, and M command RS-232C output is
used.

Note 7: Displacement conversion value for peak-to-peak of displacement output (for

measurement of OMRON standard white alumina ceramic at the measurement
center).
In strong magnetic fields, it may not be possible to maintain resolution perfor­mance characteristics.

Note 8: With the Z300-VC10EV3, at an average number of measurements of 64, and M

command RS-232C output is used.

Note 9: With the Z300-VC10EV3, at an average number of measurements of 512, and

M command RS-232C output is used.

Note 10: Value for measurement with 1 line (high speed) set in CCD Mode.

Note 11: Value for measurement with the space between the Sensor and the workpiece

(Z300-S5/S10/S60: white alumina ceramic; Z300-S2: quartz glass) secured with
an aluminum jig.

Note 12: Enquire separately about products conforming to IP67.

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Controller Section 7-1

7-1-2 Controller Z300-VC10EV3/Z300-VC15EV3

87.9

75.5

9 7.7=69.3

9 7.7=69.3

81.71

3.85

195

20.2

24.5

185

148.38
8 7.7=61.6

9 7.7=69.3

Indicators

20

99.5

83.7

Connector

12.5dia.

4.1

8

(32.5)

(66.5)

2 7.62=15.24

50

10

98.1

3.85

23.6

10

(Unit: mm)

25.1

35.3

8

4

90

110

100

53.1

36.2

Four, 4.5 dia.holes

44.8

23.3

General Specifications

Model Z300-VC10EV3 Z300-VC15EV3

Input/output type NPN PNP
Supply voltage 21.6 to 26.4 VDC (including ripple)
Current consumption 1A max. (with 2 Sensors connected) (See note 1.)
Insulation resistance 20 MΩ min. between all DC external terminals and GR terminal (100

VDC Megger, with internal surge absorber removed)

Dielectric strength 1,000 VAC, 50/60 Hz between all DC external terminals and GR ter-

minal (with internal surge absorber removed)

Leakage current 10mA max.
Noise resistance 1,500 Vp-p; Pulse width: 0.1µs/1µs;Rising edge: 1-ns pulse
Vibration resistance 10 to 150 Hz (double amplitude: 0.1 mm) for 8 min each in X, Y, and

Z directions

Shock resistance

200m/s

2

, 3 times each in 6 directions

Ambient temperature Operating: 0 to +50°C (with no icing or condensation)

Storage: -15 to +60°C (with no icing or condensation)

Ambient humidity Operating and storage: 35% to 85% (with no condensation)
Ambient environment No corrosive gases
Ground Ground the Z300’s ground terminal to less than 100Ω
Degree of protection IEC60529 IP20 (in-panel)
Case material Controller: ABS

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Controller Section 7-1

Performance specifications

Item Visual Mode Non-visual Mode

Number of Sensors
that can be mounted

Number of scenes 16 1

Image memory func­tion

Processing method Gray center of gravity, edge centering Edge centering
Pre-image processing Noise removal, smoothing None

Averaging/filtering

Light intensity track­ing function

Applications

Region specification

Two region measure­ment modes

Hold functions

Two Sensor measure­ment modes

Measurement data 4 outputs per scene 1 output

Equations

Results output

Terminal block

Monitor interface 1 channel (for pin jack or overscan monitor) ——

Analog output resolu­tion

Weight Approx. 700 g (Controller only)

21

NG images: 20 scenes max.; Surrounding
images: 4 scenes max.; Workpiece display
images: 4 scenes max.

Average number of times (12 stages, 1 to 4,096
times), HPF (high pass filter), Median

Automatic (The light intensity tracking range can
be specified.)
Fixed (Select from 32 stages.)

Select from the following 8 types:
Surface displacement, spot displacement, maxi­mum height, groove/indentation, level difference,
transparent workpiece thickness, level difference
(2 Sensors), or thickness (2 Sensors).

Region specification of line beam and displace­ment direction is possible.

Absolute coordinate mode and relative coordi­nate mode

Sampling, peak, bottom, peak-to-peak, average,
and length

Simultaneous measurement and alternate mea­surement

The following operations are possible for outputs
0 to 3:
K+A, K-A, K+(A+B), K+(A-B), and K-(A+B)
A and B: Specified measurement points
K: Freed constant

Judgement output (HIGH, PASS, LOW, ERROR)

Measurement value output (measurement value)

11 input points:TRIGGER
OFF, ALL-ZERO, ZERO0, ZERO1, RESET, and
DI 0
21 output points: DO0 to DO20

The full scale for output can be divided into a maximum of 40,000 gradations.
Resolution (See note 2.) *0.25 mV (±5V)

RS-232C output
Terminal block output

RS-232C output
Terminal block output
Analog output

, HOLD-RESET, LD-

to DI 3

0.4µA (4 to 20µA)

——

Average number of times
(SLOW: 64 times; FAST:
1 time)

Automatic (The light
intensity tracking range
can not be specified.)
Fixed (Select either HIGH
or LOW.)

——

——

——

——

——

——

Analog output

LD-OFF

Note 1: Average current at normal operation after power is turned ON.
Note 2: For measurement at an average number of times of 64 with an OMRON K3AS

Linear Sensor Controller connected.

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Console Section 7-1

7-1-3 Console

Z300-KP

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General Specifications

Vibration resistance 10 to 150 Hz; single-amplitude: 0.15 mm, 4 times for 8 minutes

each in 3 directions

Shock resistance

196m/s

2

; 3 times each in 6 directions

Ambient temperature Operating: 0 to 50°C (with no icing or condensation)

Storage: -25 to 65°C (with no icing or condensation)

Ambient humidity Operating and storage: 35% to 85% (with no condensation)
Ambient environment No corrosive gases
Degree of protection IEC60529 IP20 (in-panel)
Minimum bending radius 75mm
Materials Console: ABS

Cable sheathing: Heat-resistant chlorinated vinyl
Connector: PC and PBT

Weight Approx.135g

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Cable Section 7-1

7-1-4 Cable

F150-VM

(Unit: mm)

General Specifications

Vibration resistance 10 to 150 Hz; single-amplitude: 0.15 mm, 4 times for 8 minutes

Shock resistance
Ambient temperature Operating: 0 to 50°C (with no icing or condensation)

Ambient humidity Operating and storage: 35% to 85% (with no condensation)
Ambient environment No corrosive gases
Materials Cable sheathing: Super heat-resistant chlorinated vinyl

Minimum bending radius 50 mm

each in 3 directions

2

196m/s

Storage: -25 to 65°C (with no icing or condensation)

Connector: PVC

; 3 times each in 6 directions

85

Color Liquid Crystal Monitor Section 7-1

7-1-5 Color Liquid Crystal Monitor F150-M05L

Panel opening dimensions

POWER

Mounting plate thickness:

SYNC

(100)

185

174

+0.5mm

175.5

0

143

42.2

132

(5.5)

133.5

+0.5mm
0

1.6 to 4.8

(46 max.)

Mounting bracket

(145)

(155)

50 min.

F150-VM Monitor cable

General Specifications

Supply voltage 20.4 to 26.4 VDC (including ripple)
Current consumption 700 mA max.
Vibration resistance

10 to 150 Hz; single-amplitude: 0.1 mm; maximum acceleration: 15 m/s
times for 8 minutes each in 3 directions

Shock resistance

150 m/s

2

, 3 times each in 6 directions

Ambient temperature Operating: 0 to 50°C (with no icing or condensation)

Storage: -25 to 65°C (with no icing or condensation)

Ambient humidity Operating and storage: 35% to 85% (with no condensation)
Ambient environ-

No corrosive gases

ment
Materials Case: ABS/PC Display surface: PMMA (Acrylic)
Weight Approx. 1 kg

Performance specifications

Panel size 5.5 inches (111.36 × 83.52 mm (H × V))
Panel type TFT color liquid crystal
Resolution 320 × 240 dots
Image pitch 0.348 × 0.348 mm (H × V)
Contrast 85:1 (typical)
Viewable angle 25° up/down and 50° left/right (with a contrast ratio > 10)
Luminance

250cd/m

2

(typical)

Backlight Cold cathode fluorescent light
Response speed 60 ms max.
Input signal NTSC composite video (1.0 V/75 Ω termination)
Weight Approx. 610 g

(Unit: mm)

2

, 10

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Video Monitor Section 7-1

7-1-6 Video Monitor (Monochrome)

Recommended model: OMRON F150-M09 B/W Video Monitor

(Unit: mm)

222

2335

143

250

190

50

160

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General Specifications

Power supply voltage 85 to 264 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption 20 W max.
Vibration resistance 5 to 100 Hz in 3 directions, 10 minutes x 6 for each sweep

At a double-amplitude of 0.16 mm or an acceleration of 7.35 m/s

2

(whichever

is smaller)

Ambient temperature −10 to +50°C at operation, −20 to +65°C at storage (no freezing and

condensation)

Ambient humidity Operating and storage: 10 % to 90 % (no condensation)
Ambient

No corrosive gases

environment
Materials Front: ABS plastic

Metal part: SECC (galvanized steel sheet)

Weight Approx. 4.5 kg

Performance specifications

CRT size 9 inches (164 (H) x 123 (V) mm)
CRT type CRT monochrome (medium persistence)
Resolution 800 TV lines min. (at center)
System Number of scanning lines: 600

Horizontal frequency: 15.75 kHz
Field frequency: 60 Hz

I/O impedance 75 Ω, high impedance (selectable)
I/O level and polarity Composite image signal: 1 V (peak to peak)

Image: 0.7 V (peak to peak), positive
Synchronization: 0.3 V (peak to peak), negative

Input signal NTSC composite video (1.0 V/75 Ω termination)

87

Laser Product Classifications Section 7-2

7-2 Laser Product Classifications

EN/JIS

Class Description

Class 1 Safe inherently by engineering design.
Class 2 Low power in the visible spectrum (wavelength: 400 to 710 nm); eye protection

Class 3A Direct intrabeam viewing with optical aids may be hazardous.

Class 3B Direct intrabeam viewing may be hazardous.

Class 4 High power; diffused reflection may be hazardous and may lead to skin haz-

FDA/ANSI

Class FDA definition ANSI description

Class I/1

Class IIa/2a Limits applicable to products whose

Class II/2 Limits applicable to products that have

Class IIIa/3a Limits to products that have emissions

Class IIIb/3b Limits applicable to devices that emit in

Class IV/4

normally afforded by aversion responses.

Power of less than 5 mW max. for visible spectrum.
Less than five times the output of the Class 1 for wavelengths other than the
visible spectrum.

It is not hazardous to view the pulse laser radiation that does not focus due to
scattered reflection and the power that allows safe viewing under certain con­ditions is less than 0.5 W.

ards or fire.

Limits applicable to devices that have
emissions in the ultraviolet, visible, and
infrared spectra, and limits below
which biological hazards have not
been established.

visible emission does not exceed
Class I limits for emission durations of
1,000 seconds or less and are not
intended for viewing.

emissions in the visible spectrum (400
to 710 nm) for emission durations in
excess of 0.25 second, providing that
emissions for other durations and/or
wavelengths do not exceed the Class I
limits. Class II products are considered
hazardous for direct long-term ocular
exposure.

in the visible spectrum and that have
beams where the total collectable radi­ant power does not exceed 5 milli­watts.

the ultraviolet, visible, and infrared
spectra. Class IIIb products include
laser systems ranging from 5 to 500
milliwatts in the visible spectrum. Class
IIIb emission levels are ocular hazards
for direct exposure throughout the
range of the Class, and skin hazards at
the higher levels of the Class.

Exceeding the limits of Class IIIb and
are a hazard for scattered reflection as
well as for direct exposure.

A Class 1 laser is considered to be
incapable of producing damaging radi­ation levels during operation and main­tenance and is, therefore, exempt from
any control measures or other forms of
surveillance.

Class 2 lasers are divided into two
subclasses, 2 and 2a. A Class 2 laser
emits in the visible portion of the spec­trum (0.4 to 0.7 µm) and eye protection
is normally afforded by the aversion
response including the blink reflex.

Class 3 lasers are divided into two
subclasses, 3a and 3b. A Class 3 laser
may be hazardous under direct and
specular reflection viewing conditions,
but the diffuse reflection is usually not
a hazard.

A Class 4 laser is a hazard to the eye
or skin from the direct beam and
sometimes from a diffuse reflection
and also can be fire hazard. Class 4
lasers may also produce laser-gener­ated air contaminants and hazardous
plasma radiation.

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Laser Product Classifications Section 7-2

Requirements from Regulations and Standards

Manufacturer's Requirements

EN60825 (IEC60825) "Radiation Safety of Laser Products, Equipment Classification, Require­ments and User's Guide"

Requirements;

Sub-clause

Description of
hazard class

Protective hous­ing

Safety interlock in
protective housing

Remote control

Key control

Emission warning
device

Attenuator

Location controls

Viewing optics Emission from all viewing systems must be below Class 1 AEL's as applicable
Scanning Scan failure shall not cause product to exceed its classification
Class label Required word-

Aperture label Not required Specified wording required
Service entry

label
Override interlock

label
User information Operation manuals must contain instructions for safe use
Purchasing and

service informa­tion

Medical products

Fibre optic Cable service connections require tool to disconnect if disconnection breaks pro-

Class 1 Class 2 Class 3A Class 3B Class 4

Low power;

Safe inherently
by engineering
design

Required for each laser product; limits access necessary for performance of
functions of the products

Designed to prevent removal of the panel until accessible emission values are
below the AEL for the class assigned

Not required

Not required

Not required

Not required

Not required

ing

Required as appropriate to the class of accessible radiation

Required under certain conditions as appropriate to the class of laser used

Promotion brochures must reproduce classification labels; service manuals must
contain safety information

Special calibration instructions required

tective housing and permits access above Class 1

With respect to the requirements of remote interlock connector, key control,
emission warning and attenuator, Class 3B laser products not exceeding five
times the AEL of Class 2 in the wavelength range of 400 to 700 nm are to be
treated as Class 3A laser products.

eye protection
normally
afforded by
aversion
responses

Warning and explanatory labels and specified wording (Refer to
page 12)

Classification

Same as Class

2. Direct intra­beam viewing
with optical
aids may be
hazardous

Controls located so adjustment does not require
exposure to AEL above class 1 or 2

Direct intra­beam viewing
may be hazard­ous

Permits easy addition of exter­nal interlock in laser installation

Laser inoperative when key is
removed

Give audible or visible warning
when laser is switched on or if
capacitor bank of pulsed laser
is being charged

Give means beside ON/OFF
switch to temporarily block beam

Special calibration instructions,
means for measurement and
target-indicator required

High power;
diffused reflec­tion may be
hazardous

Note: This table is intended to provide a convenient summary of requirements. See

text of standard for complete requirements.

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Laser Product Classifications Section 7-2

JIS C6802 "Radiation Safety Standards for Laser Products"

Requirements;

Sub-clause

Description of
hazard class

Protective hous­ing

Safety interlock
in protective
housing

Remote control Not required

Key control Not required

Emission warning
device

Attenuator Not required

Location controls Not required

Viewing optics Emission from all viewing systems must be below Class 1 AEL's as applicable
Scanning Scan failure shall not cause product to exceed its classification

Class label

Aperture label Not required Specified wording required
Service entry

label
Override interlock

label
User information Operation manuals must contain instructions for safe use
Purchasing and

service informa­tion

Additional
requirements for
laser optical fibre
transmission sys­tem

Class 1 Class 2 Class 3A Class 3B Class 4

Low power; eye
Safe inherently
by engineering
design

Required for each laser product; limits access necessary for performance of
functions of the products

Designed to prevent removal of the panel until accessible emission values are
below the AEL for the class assigned

Not required

Required word­ing

Required as appropriate to the class of accessible radiation

Required under certain conditions as appropriate to the class of laser used

Promotion brochures must reproduce classification labels; service manuals must
contain safety information

Cable service connections require tool to disconnect if disconnection breaks pro­tective housing and permits access above Class 1

With respect to the requirements of remote interlock connector, key control,
emission warning and attenuator, Class 3B laser products not exceeding five
times the AEL of Class 2 in the wavelength range of 400 to 700 nm are to be
treated as Class 3A laser products.

protection nor-

mally afforded

by aversion

responses

Warning and explanatory labels and specified wording (Refer to

page 12)

Classification

Same as Class

2. Direct intra­beam viewing
with optical
aids may be
hazardous

Controls located so adjustment does not require
exposure to AEL above class 1 or 2

Direct intra­beam viewing
may be hazard­ous

Permits easy addition of exter­nal interlock in laser installation

Laser inoperative when key is
removed

Give audible or visible warning
when laser is switched on or if
capacitor bank of pulsed laser
is being charged

Give means beside On/Off
switch to temporarily block
beam

High power;
diffused reflec­tion may be
hazardous

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Note: This table is intended to provide a convenient summary of requirements. See

text of standard for complete requirements.

Laser Product Classifications Section 7-2

FDA (21 CFR1040.10 "Laser Products")

Requirements Class (see note 1)

I IIa II IIIa IIIb IV

Performance (all laser products)

Protective
housing

Safety interlock R

Location of
controls

Viewing optics R R R R R R

Scanning
safeguard

Performance (laser systems)

Remote control
connector

Key control N/A N/A N/A N/A R R

Emission
indicator

Beam attenuator N/A N/A R R R R

Reset N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A R

Performance (specific purpose products)

Medical S S S S (see note 8) S (see note 8) S (see note 8)

Surveying, level­ing, alignment

Demonstration S S S S S

Labeling (all laser products)

Certification &
identification

Protective
housing

ApertureN/AN/ARRRR

Class warning N/A R (see note 6) R (see note 7) R (see note 9) R

Information (all laser products)

User information R R R R R R

Product literature N/A R R R R R

Service
information

R (see note 2) R (see note 2) R (see note 2) R (see note 2) R (see note 2) R (see note 2)

(see notes 3,4)R (see notes 3,4)R (see notes 3,4)R (see notes 3,4)R (see notes 3,4)R (see notes 3,4)

N/A R R R R

RRRRRR

N/A N/A N/A N/A R R

N/AN/ARRR

SSSSNPNP

RRRRRR

D (see note 5) D (see note 5) D (see note 5) D (see note 5) D (see note 5) D (see note 5)

RRRRRR

(see note 10)R (see note 10)

(see note 13)

(see note 11)

(see note 12)R (see note 12)

(see note 11)

Abbreviations:

R: Required.

N/A: Not applicable.

S: Requirements: Same as for other products of that Class. Also see footnotes.

NP: Not permitted.

D: Depends on level of interior radiation.

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Footnotes:

Note 1: Based on highest level accessible during operation.

Note 2: Required wherever & whenever human access to laser radiation above Class I

limits is not needed for product to perform its function.

Note 3: Required for protective housings opened during operation or maintenance, if

human access thus gained is not always necessary when housing is open.

Note 4: Interlock requirements vary according to Class of internal radiation.

Note 5: Wording depends on level & wavelength of laser radiation within protective

housing.

Note 6: Warning statement label.

Note 7: CAUTION logotype.

Note 8: Requires means to measure level of laser radiation intended to irradiate the

body.

Note 9: CAUTION if 2.5 mW cm

2

or less, DANGER if greater than 2.5 mW cm-2 .

Note 10: Delay required between indication & emission.

Note 11: Variance required for Class IIb or IV demonstration laser products and light

shows.

Note 12: DANGER logotype.

Note 13: Required after August 20, 1986.

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Laser Product Classifications Section 7-2

User's Requirements

EN60825 (IEC60825)

Requirements;

Sub-clause

Remote interlock Not required Connect to room or door circuits

Key control Not required Remove key when not in use

Beam attenuator

Emission
indicator device

Warning signs Not r equired Follow precautions on warning signs

Beam path Not required Terminate beam at end of useful length

Specular
reflection

Eye protection

Protective
clothing

Training No requirements Required for all operator and maintenance personnel

Class 1 Class 2 Class 3A Class 3B Class 4

Not required

Not required Indicates laser in energized

No requirements Prevent unintentional reflections

No requirements

No requirements

With respect to the requirements of remote interlock connector, key control,
beam attenuator, and emission indicator, Class 3B laser products not exceeding
five times the AEL of Class 2 in the wavelength range of 400 to 700 nm are to be
treated as Class 3A laser products.

Classification

When in use prevents inadvertent
exposure

Required if engineering and administrative proce­dures not practicable and MPE exceeded

Sometimes
required

Specific
requirements

Note: This table is intended to provide a convenient summary of requirements. See

text of standard for complete precautions.

JIS C6802

Item Class 1 Class 2 Class 3A

Remote
interlock

Key control

Beam breaker
or attenuator Not required

Warning sign

Beam path

Mirror
reflection Not required

Eye protec­tion

Protection
clothes

Training

Not required

Not required

Not required

Not required

Not required

Not required

Not required

The laser beam must be terminated and, as a rule, must be enclosed. If the
laser beam is exposed, the vertical height of the beam must not be the
same as that of the eyes.

Class 3B Class 4

3B* 3B

Connect the remote interlock
of the laser beam to the
emergency main interlock,
the interlock of the room, or
the interlock of the door.

Do not keep the key in the
lock when the laser beam is
not used.

Used to protect people from
accidental radiation by the
laser beam.

Post a proper warning sign on the door to the
room where laser beam equipment is installed.

Appropriate optical elements must be securely
attached and you must be able to control the opti­cal elements during laser radiation.

Use eye protectors except in
special, specified locations.

Wear protection clothes if exposure of the skin to the laser
beam may exceed the MPE of the skin.

The laser system must be operated by only properly trained
people.

Note: *Class 3B applies to any laser beam with a power of 5 mW maximum in the visi-

ble range of the laser beam.

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Laser Product Classifications Section 7-2

ANSI Z136.1:1993 "American National Standard for the Safety Use of Lasers"

Control measures Classification

Engineering Controls 1 2a 2 3a 3b 4
Protective Housing XXXXXX
Without Protective Housing LSO shall establish Alternate Controls
Interlocks on Protective

Housing
Service Access Panel ✩✩✩✩XX
Key Control --- --- --- --- • X
Viewing Portals --- --- MPE MPE MPE MPE
Collecting Optics MPE MPE MPE MPE MPE MPE
Totally Open Beam Path

Limited Open Beam Path

Enclosed Beam Path None is required if 4.3.1 and 4.3.2 fulfilled
Remote Interlock Connector --- --- --- --- • X
Beam Stop or Attenuator --- --- --- --- • X
Activation Warning Systems --- --- --- --- • X
Emission Delay --- --- --- --- --- X
Indoor Laser Controlled Area

Class 3b Laser Controlled
Area

Class 4 Laser Controlled Area --- --- --- --- --- X
Laser Outdoor Controls

Laser in Navigable Airspace --- --- --- • • •
Temporary Laser Controlled

Area
Remote Firing & Monitoring --- --- --- --- --- •
Labels XXXXXX
Area Posting

✩✩✩✩XX

--- --- --- ---

--- --- --- ---

--- --- --- ---

--- --- --- --- X ---

--- --- --- ---

✩

MPE

--- --- --- •

✩

MPE

✩

MPE

✩

MPE

X
NHZ

X
NHZ

X
NHZ

X
NHZ

--- ---

X
NHZ

X
NHZ

X
NHZ

X
NHZ

X
NHZ

X
NHZ

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Note: LEGEND

X: Shall

• : Should

---: No requirement

✩ : Shall if enclosed Class 3b or Class 4

MPE: Shall if MPE is exceeded

NHZ: Nominal Hazard Zone analysis required

Index

C

CQM1-LSE, 46

D

DIN track, 48

DIP switch, 65

Distance to measurement center, 27, 29

F

F150-M05L, 86

F150-VM, 85

F300-M09, 87

G

Ground wiring, 35

H

High-precision Model, 50

K

K3AS, 45

K3NX, 46

K3TJ, 45

K3TS, 44

R

Reference distance, 50

RS-232C, 41

S

Spot diameter, 50

Super long-range Model, 50

Super-precision Model, 50

T

Terminal block, 37

V

Visual Mode, 30

Z

Z300-KP, 84

Z300-S2T, 51, 53, 59, 60, 66, 67, 78, 80

Z300-S5T, 51, 53, 59, 60, 66, 67, 78, 80

Z300-S10, 52, 54, 58, 59, 61, 67, 68, 79, 80

Z300-S60, 52, 58, 61, 67, 79, 80

Z300-VC10EV3, 82

L

Line beam width, 50

Linear Sensor Controller, 43

Long-range Model, 50

M

Measurement range, 27, 29, 50

Mounting distance, 57

Mounting hole cutout dimensions, 51

Mounting orientation, 54

Mutual interference, 60

N

Non-visual Mode, 32, 63

P

Power supply, 35

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Revision History

A manual revision code appears as a suffix to the catalog number on the front cover of the manual.

Cat. No. Z161-E1-03B

Revision code

The following table outlines the changes made to the manual during each revision. Page numbers
refer to the previous version.

Revision code Date Revised content

01 October 2001 Original production

01A April 2002 Some terms were changed.

02 March 2003

03 May 2004

03A July 2004

03B November 2004

Information on safety precautions were added. Other minor
changes have been made.

Page 5: Catalog numbers abbreviated.
Page 82: Reference to note 1 added.
Page 83: Reference to note changed and note 1 added.
Page 87: Page replaced.

Pages 8, 9, and 10: Warranty and limitations of liability

information revised.

Page 8: Suitability for use information added.
Pages 78 and 79: Minor changes to diagrams made.

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