Pepperl+Fuchs VB14N User Manual

FACTORY AUTOMATION

MANUAL

VB14N

BARCODESCANNER

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dustry, published by the Central Association of the Electrical Industry (Zentralverband

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supplementary clause: "Expanded reservation of proprietorship"

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CONTENTS

REFERENCES............................................................................................................................v

Conventions.................................................................................................................................v

Reference Documentation...........................................................................................................v

SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE NOTICES ..................................................................................vi

Laser Safety................................................................................................................................vi

FCC Compliance ....................................................................................................................... vii

Power Supply.............................................................................................................................vii

CE Compliance..........................................................................................................................vii

Handling.................................................................................................................................... viii

GENERAL VIEW.........................................................................................................................x

1 RAPID CONFIGURATION..........................................................................................................1

Step 1 – Connect the System......................................................................................................1

Step 2 – Mounting and Positioning the System...........................................................................4

Step 3 – Mode Button Configuration ...........................................................................................5

Step 4 – Installing Genius™ Configuration Program...................................................................8

Step 5 – Test Mode ...................................................................................................................13

Advanced Scanner Configuration..............................................................................................14

2 INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................................15

2.1 Product Description ...................................................................................................................15

2.1.1 Indicators...................................................................................................................................16

2.2 ID-NET™...................................................................................................................................16

2.2.1 How To Setup/Configure the Scanner Network ........................................................................18

2.3 Human Machine Interface .........................................................................................................19

2.3.1 Diagnostic Indication..................................................................................................................19

2.3.2 Mode Button Functions..............................................................................................................20

3 INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................................22

3.1 Mechanical Installation ..............................................................................................................22

3.1.1 Mounting VB14N........................................................................................................................23

3.1.2 Mounting Scanner Accessories.................................................................................................24

3.2 Positioning.................................................................................................................................25

4 CBX ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS........................................................................................27

4.1 Power Supply.............................................................................................................................28

4.2 Main Serial Interface..................................................................................................................28

4.2.1 RS232 Interface.........................................................................................................................29

4.2.2 RS485 Full-Duplex Interface .....................................................................................................30

4.2.3 RS485 Half-Duplex Interface.....................................................................................................31

4.3 ID-NET™ Interface....................................................................................................................32

4.3.1 ID-NET™ Cables.......................................................................................................................32

4.3.2 ID-NET™ Response Time.........................................................................................................33

4.3.3 ID-NET™ Network Termination.................................................................................................37

4.4 Auxiliary RS232 Interface..........................................................................................................37

4.5 Inputs.........................................................................................................................................38

4.5.1 Code Verifier..............................................................................................................................41

4.6 Outputs......................................................................................................................................41

4.7 User Interface - Host..................................................................................................................43

5 25-PIN CABLE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ......................................................................44

5.1 Power Supply.............................................................................................................................45

5.2 Main Serial Interface..................................................................................................................45

5.2.1 RS232 Interface.........................................................................................................................46

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RS485 Full-Duplex Interface .....................................................................................................47

5.2.2

5.2.3 RS485 Half-Duplex Interface.....................................................................................................48

5.3 ID-NET™ Interface....................................................................................................................49

5.3.1 ID-NET™ Cables.......................................................................................................................49

5.3.2 ID-NET™ Response Time.........................................................................................................50

5.3.3 ID-NET™ Network Termination.................................................................................................54

5.4 Auxiliary RS232 Interface..........................................................................................................54

5.5 Inputs.........................................................................................................................................55

5.5.1 Code Verifier..............................................................................................................................58

5.6 Outputs......................................................................................................................................58

5.7 User Interface - Host..................................................................................................................59

6 TYPICAL LAYOUTS.................................................................................................................60

6.1 Point-to-Point.............................................................................................................................60

6.2 Pass-Through............................................................................................................................62

6.3 ID-NET™...................................................................................................................................64

6.4 RS232 Master/Slave..................................................................................................................67

7 READING FEATURES..............................................................................................................68

7.1 Advanced Code Builder (ACB)..................................................................................................68

7.1.1 Important ACB Reading Conditions...........................................................................................69

7.1.2 Tilt Angle Improvement with ACB..............................................................................................69

7.2 Linear Code Reading.................................................................................................................69

7.2.1 Step-Ladder Mode.....................................................................................................................70

7.2.2 Picket-Fence Mode....................................................................................................................71

7.3 Performance..............................................................................................................................72

7.3.1 Raster ........................................................................................................................................72

7.4 Reading Diagrams.....................................................................................................................73

8 MAINTENANCE........................................................................................................................76

8.1 Cleaning.....................................................................................................................................76

9 TROUBLESHOOTING..............................................................................................................77

9.1 General Guidelines....................................................................................................................77

10 TECHNICAL FEATURES..........................................................................................................79

GLOSSARY............................................................................................................................... 1

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REFERENCES

CONVENTIONS

This manual uses the following conventions:
“User” or “Operator” refers to anyone using a VB14N.
“Device” refers to the VB14N.
“You” refers to the System Administrator or Technical Support person using this manual to install,

mount, operate, maintain or troubleshoot a VB14N.

REFERENCE DOCUMENTATION

The documentation related to the VB14N management is listed below:

 CBX100 Installation Manual
 CBX500 Installation Manual
 CBX Accessory Manuals
 Genius™ Help On Line

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SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE NOTICES

LASER SAFETY

The following information is provided to comply with the rules imposed by international authorities and
refers to the correct use of the VB14N scanner.

Standard Regulations

This scanner utilizes a low-power laser diode. Although staring directly at the laser beam momentarily
causes no known biological damage, avoid staring at the beam as one would with any very strong light
source, such as the sun. Avoid that the laser beam hits the eye of an observer, even through reflective
surfaces such as mirrors, etc.

This product conforms to the applicable requirements of IEC 60825-1 and com plies with 21 CFR

1040.10 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice N° 50, date June 24, 2007. The scanner is
classified as a Class 2 laser product according to IEC 60825-1 regulations.

There is a safety device, which allows the laser to be switched on only if the motor is rotating above
the threshold for its correct scanning speed.

The laser beam can be switched off through a software command (see also the Genius™ Help On
Line).

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in exposure to hazardous visible la ser light.

WARNING

The laser light is visible to the human eye and is emitted from the window on the front of the scanner

Figure A, 7).

(
Warning labels indicating exposure to laser light and the device classification are applied onto the

body of the scanner (

Figure A, 1).

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Disconnect the power supply when opening the
device during maintenance or installation to avoid
exposure to hazardous laser light.
The laser diode used in this device is classified as
a class 3B laser product according to EN 60825-1
regulations and as a Class IIIb laser product
according to CDRH regulations.

Any violation of the optic parts in particular can
cause radiation up to the maximum level of the
laser diode (35 mW at 630 to 680 nm).

AVOID EXPOSURE LASER LIGHT

IS EMITTED FROM THIS APERTURE

Warning and Device Class Labels

FCC COMPLIANCE

Modifications or changes to this equipment without the expressed written approval of Pepperl+Fuchs
could void the authority to use the equipment.

This device complies with PART 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference which may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

POWER SUPPLY

This product is intended to be installed by Qualified Personnel only.

This accessory device is intended to be supplied by a UL Listed or CSA Certified Power Unit with
«Class 2» or LPS power source, which supplies power directly to the scanner via the 25-pin
connector.

CE COMPLIANCE

Warning:

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in
which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

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HANDLING

The VB14N is designed to be used in an industrial environment and is built to withstand vibration and
shock when correctly installed, however it is also a precision product and therefore before and durin g
installation it must be handled correctly to avoid damage.

 avoid that the scanners hit one another causing damage. They should be handled separately.

 avoid that the scanners are dropped (exceeding shock limits).

 do not fine tune the positioning by striking the scanner or bracket.

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 do not weld the scanner into position which can cause electrostatic, heat or output window

damage.

 do not spray paint near the scanner which can cause output window damage.

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5

6

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1
2
3
4

1

Warning and Device Class Labels
"POWER ON" LED

Mounting Holes
"READY" LED

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Figure A

Laser Beam Output Window

7

"COM" LED

8

"STATUS" LED

9

Push Button

10

10

9

8

7

"GOOD" LED

5

"TRIGGER" LED

6

Accessory Mounting Holes

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1 RAPID CONFIGURATION

This chapter illustrates a Stand Alone application. For other types of installations, such
as ID-NET™, Fieldbus, Pass-Through, Multiplexer Layout, etc., refer to chapters 4, 5
and 6. For complete scanner configuration using the Genius™ configuration program,

NOTE

refer to the Context-Sen

STEP 1 – CONNECT THE SYSTEM

To connect the system in a Stand Alone configuration, you need the hardware indicated in Figure 1.

layout the data is trans

In this
In Local Echo communication mode, data is transmitted on the RS232 auxiliary interface

independently from the main interface selection.
When On-Line Operating mode is used, the scanner is activated by an External Trigger (photoelectric

sensor) when the object enters its reading zone.

sitive Help On-Line.

mitted to the Host on the main serial interface.

24V DC

MAIN

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P.S.*

Figure 1 – VB14N in Stand Alone Layout

CBX100/500

I/O, AUX

Host

* Presence Sensor
(for On-Line mode)

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CBX100/500 Pinout for VB14N

The table below gives the pinout of the CBX100/500 terminal block connectors. Use this pinout when
the VB14N reader is connected by means of the CBX100/500:

CBX100/500 Terminal Block Connectors

Input Power Outputs

Vdc Power Supply Input Voltage + +V Power Source - Outputs

GND Power Supply Input Voltage - -V Power Reference - Outputs

Earth Protection Earth Ground O1+ Output 1 +

O1- Output 1 -

Inputs

+V Power Source – External Trigger O2- Output 2 ­I1A External Trigger A (polarity insensitive)
I1B External Trigger B (polarity insensitive) TX Auxiliary Interface TX

-V Powe r R e f er e n ce – Ex t e rn a l Tr i g g er RX Auxiliary Interface RX

+V Power Source – Inputs SGND Auxiliary Interface Reference
I2A Input 2 A (polarity insensitive)
I2B Input 2 B (polarity insensitive) REF Network Reference

-V Power Reference – Inputs ID+ ID-NET™ network +

Shield

Shield Network Cable Shield

Main Interface

RS232 RS485 Full-Duplex RS485 Half-Duplex

TX TX+ RTX+
RTS TX- RTX­ RX *RX+
CTS *RX-
SGND SGND SGND

* Do not leave floating, see par. 4.2.2 for connection details.

O2+ Output 2 +

Auxiliary Interface

ID-NET™

ID- ID-NET™ network -

CAUTION

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Do not connect GND, SGND and REF to different (external) ground references.
GND, SGND and REF are internally connected through filtering circuitry which can
be permanently damaged if subjected to voltage drops over 0.8 Vdc.

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25-pin Connector Pinout for VB14N

The table below gives the pinout of the 25-pin male D-sub connector for connection to the power
supply and input/output signals. Use this pinout when the VB14N reader is connected by means of the
25-pin connector:

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Figure 2 - 25-pin Male D-sub Connector

25-pin D-sub male connector pinout

Pin Name Function

13, 9 Vdc Power supply input voltage +
25, 7 GND Power supply input voltage -

1 CHASSIS Cable shield connected to chassis
18 I1 A External Trigger A (polari ty i nsensitive)
19 I1B External Trigger B (polarity insensitive)

6 I2A Input 2 A (polarity i nsensiti ve)
10 I2B Input 2 B (polarity insensitive)

8 O1+ Output 1 +
22 O1- Output 1 ­11 O2+ Output 2 +
12 O2- Output 2 ­20 RX Auxiliary RS232 RX
21 TX Auxiliary RS232 TX
23 ID+ ID-NET™ network +
24 ID- ID-NET™ network -

14, 15, 16, 17 NC Not Connected

Pin Name RS232

2 TX TX+ RTX+

3 RX *RX+

4 RTS TX- RTX-

5

MAIN INTERFACE

(SW SELECTABLE)

CTS *RX-

* Do not leave floating, see par. 5.2.2 for connection details.

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RS485

Full-Duplex

RS485

Half-Duplex

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STEP 2 – MOUNTING AND POSITIONING THE SYSTEM

1. To mount the VB14N, use the mounting bracket to obtain the most suitable position for the reader
as shown in the figures below.

Skew

Tilt

Pitch

Skew

Figure 3 - Positioning with Mounting Bracket

2. When mounting the VB14N take into consideration these th ree ideal label po sition an gles: Skew 10° to
30°, Tilt 0° and Pitch 0°.

S

T

Assure at least 10° Minimize

Figure 4 –Skew and Tilt Angles

Minimize

Figure 5 – Pitch Angle

3. Refer to the Reading Diagrams in par. 7.4 to decide the distance your scanner should be
positioned at.

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STEP 3 – MODE BUTTON CONFIGURATION

The Mode Button is the intuitive Human Machine Interface designed to improve ease of installation
and maintenance.

Status and diagnostic information are clearly presented by means of the five colored LEDs, whereas
the single push button gives immediate access to the following relevant functions:

 AutoSetup to self-optimize and auto-configure reading

performance in demanding applications

 AutoLearn to self-detect and auto-configure for

reading unknown barcodes (by type and length)

 Test Mode with bar-graph visualization to check static

reading performance

The colors and meaning of the five LEDs are illustrated in the following table:

READY (green) This LED indicates the device is ready to operate.
GOOD (green) This LED confirms successful reading.
TRIGGER (yellow) This LED indicates the status of the reading phase.
COM (yellow) This LED indicates active communication on main serial port. *
STATUS (red) This LED indicates a NO READ result.

* When connected to a Fieldbus network through the CBX500, the COM LED is al ways active, even in the
absence of data transmission, because of polling activity on the Fieldbus network.

During the reader startup (reset or restart phase), all the LEDs blink for one second.
On the back of the reader near the cable, the “POWER ON” LED indicates the laser scanner is

correctly powered.

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Auto Learn

If you are configuring your scanner using the Mode Button, you must start with the Auto Learn
procedure.

1. Enter the Auto Learn function by holding the Mode push button pressed until the LEARN LED is
on.

2. Release the button to enter the Auto Learn function.
Once entered, the reader starts a procedure to automatically detect and recognize barcodes (by
type and length), which are presented to it (*). The laser turns on and the LEARN LED blinks to
indicate the ongoing process.

The procedure is as follows:

A) place the desired barcode on the

scanline.

B) wait until the LEARN LED stays

steady on (indicating the reader
has detected the barcode).

C) repeat, if needed, the above two

steps to program up to 10 different
barcodes (the LEARN LED returns
to the blinking state for the next
code). If more than one barcode is
detected in the scan line, the Multi
Label mode is enabled (refer to the

Figure 6 – Auto Learn Function

3. Exit the process by pressing the Mode push button once. The scanner will restart at the end of the
process, and then the detected barcodes are automatically configured in scanner memory.

If the barcode cannot be read because of low contrast or excessive ambient light,

NOTE

NOTE

* In case of Programming Barcodes (refer to the “ID-NET™: Programming Barcodes And Setup Procedure”
document).

you can perform the AutoSetup function to optimize the optical parameters. Then
you can perform AutoLearn to recognize the barcode symbology.

On exit from Autolearn, the following parameters are forced: Code Combination =
Single Label, Reading Mode = Linear. If necessary, these parameters can be
changed through Genius™.

“Software Configuration Parameter
Guide” Help file).

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Auto Setup (Optional)

At the end of the Auto Learn procedure, you have the possibility to follow the Auto Setup procedure to
set up the reading parameters.

1. Enter the Auto Setup function by holding the Mode push button pressed until the SETUP LED is
on.

2. Release the button to enter the Auto Setup function.

3. Once entered, if a barcode label is positioned in front of the scanline, the scanner automatically
performs the optimal setup of the reading parameters for that specific barcode.

The procedure is as follows:

A) place the desired barcode on the

scanline.

B) enter the AutoSetup function (the

laser turns on and the SETUP LED
blinks to indicate the ongoing
process)

C) wait until the SETUP LED stays

steady on (indicating the reader
has detected the barcode)

Figure 7 – Auto Setup Function

This procedure ends either when the barcode is successfully decoded or after a timeout of about 7
(seven) seconds.

The scanner will restart at the end of the process, and then the optimized reading parameters for that
barcode are automatically configured in scanner memory.

NOTE

If your application has been configured using Mode Button, go to STEP 5.

Reset Scanner to Factory Default (Optional)

If it ever becomes necessary to reset the scanner to the factory default values, you can perform this
procedure by holding the Mode push button pressed while powering up the scanner. At the end of the
procedure (about 5-6 seconds), the Configuration and Environmental parameters are reset, and all
LEDs blink simultaneously 3 times.

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STEP 4 – INSTALLING GENIUS™ CONFIGURATION PROGRAM

Genius

 Wizard approach for new users;
 Multi-language version;
 Defined configuration directly stored in the reader;
 Communication protocol independent from the physical interface allowing to consider the reader as

Install the Genius

This configuration procedure assumes scanner conne ction to a CBX100/500. Genius™, running on a
laptop computer, is connected to the scanner auxiliary port through the CBX100/500 9-pin connector.
To communicate with the scanner, Genius™ performs an auto baudrate detection starting from its
default parameters which are 115200, 8, N, 1. These parameters can also be set in the Genius™
Tools>Options>Communications window.

Wizard for Quick Reader Setup

After installing the Genius™ software program the following window appears asking the user to
choose the desired configuration level.

™

is a Barcode scanner configuration tool providing several important advantages:

a remote object to be configured and monitored.

™

Software! (Download from www.pepperl-fuchs.com)

Figure 8 - Genius™ Wizard Opening Window

The Wizard option is advised for rapid configuration or new users, since it show s a step-by-step
scanner configuration.

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1. Select the Create a new configuration button.

You will be guided through the configuration being asked to define the following parameters:

a. Barcode selection and definition

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b. Operating mode selection and definition

c. Digital Outputs configuration

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d. Hardware interface selection

e. Output data format configuration

The On Line operating Mode requires the reader to be connected to an External
Trigger/Presence Sensor using I1A and I1B inputs.

The Automatic operating mode does not require connection to an external Presence Sensor.
When working in this mode the reader is continuously scanning, while the reading phase is
activated each time a barcode enters the reader reading zone. The reader stops reading after
an N number of scans without a code. Barcode characters are transmitted on the serial
interface. In case of a failed reading phase no message is sent to the host computer.

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2. After defining the parameter values the following window appears allowing to complete the reader
configuration as follows:

 Saving the configuration to disk;
 Switching to Advanced mode;
 Sending the configuration to the scanner.

3. After sending the configuration to the
scanner you have completed the
configuration process.

4. By clicking Finish, the System Information
window will be displayed with specific
information concerning the scanner.

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STEP 5 – TEST MODE

Use a code suitable to your application to test the system.

1. Enter the Test mode function by holding the Mode push button pressed until the TEST LED is on.

2. Release the button to enter the Test mode function.
Once entered, the Bar-Graph on the five LEDs is activated and if the scanner starts reading
barcodes the Bar-Graph shows the Good Read Rate. In case of no read condition, only the
STATUS LED is on and blinks.

Figure 9 – Test Mode Function

3. To exit the Test Mode, press the Mode push button once.

NOTE

By default, the Test Mode exits automatically after two minutes.

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ADVANCED SCANNER CONFIGURATION

The following are alternative or advanced scanner configuration methods:

Host Mode Programming

The scanner can also be configured from a host computer using the Host Mode programming
procedure, by commands via the serial interface.

Advanced Genius™ Configuration

The ADVANCED selection available when starting the Genius™ program is addressed to expert users
being able to complete a detailed scanner configuration. By choosing this option it is possible either to
start a new scanner configuration or to open and modify an old one. The desired parameters can be
defined in the following window, similar to the MS Explorer:

Figure 10 - Genius™ Parameter Explorer Window

Alternative Layouts

 The ID-NET™ is a built-in high-speed interface dedicated for high-speed scanner interconne ction.

ID-NET™ is in addition to the Main and Auxiliary serial interfaces.
If you need to install an ID-NET™ network refer to the VB14N Reference Manual.
The scanner can also be configured by reading programming barcodes. See the ID-NET™ Setup
Procedure Using Programming Barcodes.

 If you need to install a Pass-Through network refer to the VB14N Reference Manual.
 If you need to install a Multiplexer network refer to the VB14N Reference Manual.
 If you need to install an RS232 Master/Slave (for backward compatibility) refer to the VB14N

Reference Manual.

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2 INTRODUCTION

2.1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The VB14N laser scanner satisfies the most advanced needs of a wide range of users. It has been
developed focusing on the realistic requirements of its target market. The outstanding result is an
extremely compact, cost-effective and easy to use industrial scanner.

Standard Application
Program

Some of the main features of VB14N are listed below:

 ACB (Advanced Code Builder)

A standard application program is factory-loaded onto the VB14N. This
program controls barcode reading, serial port interfacing, data formatting
and many other operating and control parameters.

It is completely configurable from a host computer through the Genius™
utility program.

 small dimensions and light weight
 software programmable scanning speed on all models
 linear and raster version
 completely configurable via serial interface (Genius™)
 3 serial communication interfaces (Main, Auxiliary, ID-NET™)
 supply voltage from 10 to 30 Vdc
 reads all popular codes
 test mode to verify the reading features and exact positioning of the scanner without the need for

external tools

 programmable in 4 different operating modes to suit the most various barcode reading system

requirements

 code verifier
 low power consumption

The VB14N uses a solid-state laser diode as a light source; the light emitted has a wavelength
between 630 and 680 nm. Refer to the section “Safety Precautions” at the beginning of this manual for
information on laser safety.

The protection class of the enclosure is IP65, the reader is therefore suitable for industrial
environments where high protection against harsh external conditions is required.

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2.1.1 Indicators

The five LEDs on the side of the scanner (

READY

(green)

This LED indicates the device is ready to operate.

Figure A) indicate the following:

GOOD
TRIGGER
COM
STATUS

(green)
(yellow)
(yellow)
(red)

This LED confirms successful reading.
This LED indicates the status of the reading phase. *
This LED indicates active communication on main serial port. **
This LED indicates a NO READ result.

* In On-Line mode the TRIGGER LED corresponds to the active reading phase signaled by the Presence Sensor.
In Automatic and Continuous modes the TRIGGER LED is always on indicating that the reader is ready to read a
code.

** When connected to a Fieldbus network through the CBX500, the COM LED is always active, even in the
absence of data transmission, because of polling activity on the Fieldbus network.

During the reader startup (reset or restart phase), all the LEDs blink for one second.
On the back of the reader near the cable, the “POWER ON” LED indicates the laser scanner is

correctly powered.

2.2 ID-NET™

The ID-NET™ is a built-in high-speed interface dedicated for high-speed
scanner interconnection. The ID-NET™ is in addition to the Main and
Auxiliary serial interfaces.

The following network configurations are available:

 ID-NET™ M/S Synchronized: Single station – multiple scanners

CBX100

CBX100CBX100

ID-NET™ interface allows local connection of
multiple scanners reading different sides of the
same target. All scanners share a single
presence sensor and activate/deactivate
simultaneously.

At the end of each reading phase a single data
message is transmitted to the host.

Thanks to ID-NET™, data communication
among scanners is highly efficient so that an
immediate result will be available.

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 ID-NET™ M/S Multidata: Multiple stations – single scanner

CBX100

CBX100

CBX100

ID-NET™ interface allows connection of scanners reading objects placed on independent conveyors.
All scanners are typically located far away from each other and they use a dedicated presence sensor.

At the end of each reading phase, each scanner transmits its own data message to the host.
Thanks to ID-NET™, data collection among readers is accomplished at a high speed without the need
of external multiplexing device. This leads to an overall cost reduction and to a simple system wiring.

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2.2.1 How To Setup/Configure the Scanner Network

A complete ID-NET™ scanner network can be rapidly setup, as follows:

Mounting & Connection

1. Mechanically mount/install all the readers (refer to par. 3.1 and 3.2).

2. Wire ID

3.

Con

4. Power up the entire system.

Configuration

1. Launch Genius™.

2. From the Genius™ Device Menu select “Local Device Network Settings” and program the Role of
the Master scanner (Synchronized or Multidata).

This procedure requires the Network Baud Rate be the same for all Slave s and M aster, (500 kbs
is the default value). It can be changed after network setup using Geniu s™ thro ugh the Master
scanner. See also the alternative procedure in the note below.

3. At the prompt to "Send updated Network configuration to the Local Device" (Master) choose
"Yes".

4. Then run the NET-AUTOSET procedure from the Icon in the Devices Area. Genius™ sets all
slave scanners according to the Master Role (Synchronized or Multidata), and assign s each a
random address. If necessary, this address can be changed through the Network Wizard.

5. Configure the System parameters via Genius™.

6. If using the CBX connection box equipped with a BM100 Backup module, perform System Backup
at the Master.

The scanner network is ready.

NOTE

-NET™ (refer to par. 4.3 or 5.3).

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ect the planned Master scanner to a PC by means of the Genius™ configuration software.

If necessary, the ID-NET™ baudrate can be set individually on each Slave scanner
to match the Master. Connect each Slave to Genius™ and set the
Reading System Layout > Network Baudrate parameter. Then follow the procedure
above.

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NOTE

An alternative method of programming scanner address and rol e assignment can be
accomplished by using the “Connectivity Programm ing Barcodes”.

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2.3 HUMAN MACHINE INTERFACE

The Mode Button is the intuitive Human Machine Interface
designed with the precise goal of improving ease of
installation and maintenance.

Status and diagnostic information are clearly presented by
means of five-colored LEDs, whereas the single multi-function
key gives immediate access to relevant functions:

 Autosetup to self-optimize reading performance in

demanding applications

 Autolearn to self-detect unknown barcodes
 Test Mode with bar-graph visualization to check

static reading performance

The colors and meaning of the five LEDs when in the one of the operating modes (On-Line, Automatic
or Continuous) are illustrated in par 2.1.1.

The Mode Button functions do not work if the motor or laser are turned off, see chp.
9 for details.

NOTE

2.3.1 Diagnostic Indication

The “STATUS” and “READY” LEDs blink simultaneously to signal the presence of a failure.
Diagnostic message transmission on interfaces can be enabled to provide details about specific failure
conditions.

At the same time one or more LEDs light up according to the following scheme:

LED STATUS

READY BLINK

GOOD

TRIGGER ON to indicate a Motor Failure.

COM ON to indicate a Laser Failure.

STATUS BLINK

ON to indicate any Failure different than
Motor or Laser failures.

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