SICK CLP 100 Operating Instructions Manual

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CLP 100

Bar Code Reader

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Operating Instructions

CLP 100 Bar Code Reader

Described software state

Software/Tool Function Revision index

CLP 100 Firmware From V 1.10

CLP Setup User interface (window-based) From V 1.10

CLP Setup Help On-line help (HTML) From V 1.10

I-ViewPro

™

Off-line browser (HTML) V 2.38

Abbreviations used

CLP C

CCD C

PLC P

HTML H

LED L

ode Leser Parallel (Code Reader Parallel)

harge Coupled Device

rogammable Logic Controller

yper Text Markup Language

ight Emitting Diode

Production state of the CLP 100

Device type Revision index

CLP 100-0010 0000

CLP 100-2010 0000

CLP 100-0110 0000

CLP 100-2110 0000

Windows 95™, Windows 98™, Windows NT™ and Internet Explorer™ are registered trademarks or trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation in the USA and other countries. I-ViewPro™ is a registered trademark of the EnReach Technology, Inc., USA.

Operating Instructions

CLP 100 Bar Code Reader

Contents

1 Notes on this document...................................................................................................... 5

1.1 Function ................................................................................................................................... 5

1.2 Target audience .................................................................................................................... 5

1.3 Information content ............................................................................................................. 5

1.4 Symbols used ........................................................................................................................ 5

2 Safety information................................................................................................................. 5

2.1 Authorized users................................................................................................................... 5

2.2 Intended use .......................................................................................................................... 6

2.3 General safety instructions............................................................................................... 6

2.4 Quick- Stop and Quick-Restart ........................................................................................ 6

2.5 Environmental information ................................................................................................ 7

3 Product description .............................................................................................................. 7

3.1 Design....................................................................................................................................... 7

3.2 Working method of the device........................................................................................ 9

3.3 Display and operating elements..................................................................................... 9

4 Installation.............................................................................................................................10

4.1 Installation sequence....................................................................................................... 10

4.2 Preparations for installation........................................................................................... 10

4.3 Installation and adjustment of the device................................................................ 13

4.4 Installing the reading-pulse sensor............................................................................. 14

4.5 Disassembling the device .............................................................................................. 15

5 Electrical installation .........................................................................................................15

5.1 Electrical connections...................................................................................................... 15

5.2 Pin assignment of the connection plug or wire colors of the cable end...... 15

5.3 Planning the electrical installation ............................................................................... 16

5.4 Carry out the electrical installation.............................................................................. 16

6 Operation ...............................................................................................................................19

6.1 Startup steps ...................................................................................................................... 19

6.2 Default setting .................................................................................................................... 19

6.3 Quick-Start ........................................................................................................................... 20

6.4 Operating modes and output of the read result ................................................... 21

6.5 Parameterization................................................................................................................ 21

6.6 Switching off the CLP 100 ............................................................................................. 26

7 Maintenance.........................................................................................................................26

7.1 Maintenance during operation ..................................................................................... 26

7.2 Maintenance ....................................................................................................................... 27

7.3 Disposal ................................................................................................................................ 27

8 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................28

8.1 Possible errors and faults .............................................................................................. 28

8.2 Troubleshooting table...................................................................................................... 29

8.3 SICK support ....................................................................................................................... 30

9 Technical data......................................................................................................................31

9.1 Data sheet CLP 100 ........................................................................................................ 31

9.2 Dimensional drawings...................................................................................................... 32

10 Appendix ................................................................................................................................33

10.1 Appendix overview............................................................................................................ 33

10.2 Installation and handling of the CLP Setup software ........................................... 33

10.3 Reading area diagram ..................................................................................................... 38

10.4 Calculation of the number of scans ........................................................................... 39

10.5 Calculation of the code length of a bar code ......................................................... 40

10.6 Command language for CLP bar code readers ..................................................... 41

Tables and figures

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Tables

Tab. 3-1: Variants of the CLP 100 ......................................................................................................7

Tab. 3-2: Meaning of the LEDs ......................................................................................................... 10

Tab. 4-1: Permissible angle occurring between the scan line and the bar code bars 12

Tab. 5-1: Pin assignment of the connection plug ......................................................................15

Tab. 5-2: Assignment of the wire colors of the cable end...................................................... 16

Tab. 5-3: Maximum cables lengths between the CLP 100 and the host.........................16

Tab. 5-4: Communication parameters of the host interface (default setting) ................17

Tab. 5-5: Characteristic data of the "Sensor" switching input ..............................................18

Tab. 5-6: Characteristic data of the "Result" switching output .............................................19

Tab. 6-1: Default setting of the parameters of the CLP 100 ................................................ 20

Tab. 8-1: Troubleshooting table........................................................................................................29

Tab. 9-1: Technical specification of the CLP 100......................................................................31

Tab. 10-1: Default settings of CLP Setup ........................................................................................34

Tab. 10-2: Auxiliary table for calculating the code length of a bar code.............................. 40

Tab. 10-3: Command language for CLP bar code readers....................................................... 41

Figures

Fig. 3-1: Design of the CLP 100 with face-end light emission ...............................................8

Fig. 3-2: Design of the CLP 100 with side light emission.........................................................8

Fig. 3-3: Function of the CLP 100 .....................................................................................................9

Fig. 4-1: Position of the threaded holes

Fig. 4-2: Reading distance to the object......................................................................................11

Fig. 4-3: 90 angle between the scan line and the bar code bars....................................12

Fig. 4-4: Reading angle occurring between the scan line and the bar code bars .......12

Fig. 4-5: Angle between the emitted light and the bar code

(tilted to the perpendicular).............................................................................................13

Fig. 4-6: Adjustment of the CLP 100 in order to avoid reflections;

a: With front-end light emission, b: With side-end light emission .....................13

Fig. 4-7: Installation site for the reading-pulse sensor and the reflector

(b smaller than a)................................................................................................................14

Fig. 5-1: Wiring the host interface .................................................................................................. 17

Fig. 5-2: Wiring the terminal interface ...........................................................................................18

Fig. 5-3: Wiring of the "Sensor" switching input........................................................................18

Fig. 5-4: Wiring of the "Result" switching output (NPN) .........................................................19

Fig. 6-1: Bar code sample (code 39, 0.35 mm, printing ratio 2:1)...................................21

Fig. 6-2: Terminal emulator with input of a command string ............................................... 23

Fig. 6-3: Terminal emulator with reading results of the CLP 100

in diagnosis mode...............................................................................................................25

Fig. 7-1: CLP 100 with front-end reading window (a) and

side-end reading window (b) .......................................................................................... 26

Fig. 9-1: Dimensions of the CLP 100 with front-end light emission in mm....................32

Fig. 9-2: Dimensions of the CLP 100 with side-end light emission in mm..................... 32

Fig. 10-1: User interface of the CLP Setup software ................................................................. 36

Fig. 10-2: Reading area diagram .......................................................................................................38

Fig. 10-3: Calculation example: Number of scans for ladder positioning

of the bar code bars ..........................................................................................................39

Fig. 10-4: Calculation example: Number of scans for fencing positioning

of the bar code bars ..........................................................................................................39

at CLP 100 .........................................................11

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CLP 100 Bar Code Reader

Notes on this document

1.1 Function

This document instructs you on using the CCD bar code reader CLP 100. It contains information on

•

Device installation and electrical installation

•

Startup

•

Operation and configuration (parameterization)

•

Maintenance

1.2 Target audience

The target audience for this document consists of electricians, service technicians and engineers.

1.3 Information content

This document contains all the information required for the installation, electrical installation and startup of the bar code reader CLP 100 with the default setting in our works. All actions are described step-by-step.

Parameterization of the CLP 100 for the application-specific reading configuration is carried out with the CLP Setup user interface. Installation and use of the software are described in the appendix.

Further information on the construction of the bar code reader as well as the bar code technology can be obtained from SICK AG, Auto Ident Division.

1.4 Symbols used

Some information in this document is emphasized.

Note A "Note" informs on exceptional features.

Recommendation A "Recommendation" provides information on how to carry out an action optimally.

Hint A "Hint" explains the setting possibilities in the CLP Setup software.

HIS FONT

T example, menu item, tab card).

characterizes a term used in the user interface of the CLP Setup software (for

Safety information

2.1 Authorized users

The CLP 100 must be installed and operated by qualified personnel in order to ensure that it functions correctly and safely. The following qualifications are required for the various activities:

Installation and maintenance

•

Practical electrical training

•

Knowledge of the common safety instructions at the workplace

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Safety information

CLP 100 Bar Code Reader

Electrical installation and replacing devices

•

Practical electrical training

•

Knowledge of the common electrical safety instructions

•

Knowledge of the operation and handling of the devices of the respective application (for example, packaging machines, clinical automatic analyzer, access control)

Startup, operation and configuration

•

Knowledge of the operation and handling of the devices of the respective application (for example, packaging machines, clinical automatic analyzer, access control)

•

Basic knowledge of Windows 95™, Windows 98™ or Windows NT

•

Basic knowledge of a HTML browser (for example, Netscape Navigator

•

Basic knowledge of serial data transmission

•

Basic knowledge of bar code technology

™

™)

2.2 Intended use

The CLP 100 is used for the automatic detection and decoding of bar codes. It is installed as a reading station and reads, for example, bar codes on objects of a clinical automatic analyzer. The CLP 100 transmits the decoded bar code information via its host interface to a host computer for further processing.

The user forfeits any warranty claims against SICK AG in case of any other use as well as in case of changes to the device, also during device installation and electrical installation .

2.3 General safety instructions

Read the general safety instructions thoroughly and observe them strictly at all activities at the bar code reader. This also applies to the warnings before the handling instructions in the individual chapters of this document.

LED lighting can endanger your eyes!

The CLP 100 uses an LED illumination line.

Light emitting diode class 1 according to EN 60825-1:A2:2001.

The retina can be damaged if you look too long into the beam.

Do not look directly into the LED illumination line.

Observe the most recent specifications of DIN EN 60825-1, latest version.

2.4 Quick- Stop and Quick-Restart

2.4.1 Switching off the CLP 100

Switch off the supply voltage.

At the most the last read result is lost.

2.4.2 Switching on the CLP 100 again

Switch on the supply voltage.

The CLP 100 resumes operation with the last parameter set saved.

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CLP 100 Bar Code Reader

Product description

2.5 Environmental information

The CLP 100 is designed so that it harms the environment as little as possible. It does not contain or emit any substances harmful to the environment and is not a source of faults for, for example, coating wetting in paint shops.

The maximum power consumption of the CLP 100 amounts to 2 W.

2.5.1 Disposal after final removal from service

Dispose of unusable or irreparable devices in accordance with the respective state regulations on waste disposal in a manner compatible with the environment. The CLP 100 design allows it to be separated into recyclable secondary raw materials (housing) and hazardous waste (electronic scrap). does not take back devices which have become unusable or irreparable.

Also refer to Section 7.3, Page 27

. At present, SICK AG

Product description

3.1 Design

3.1.1 Scope of delivery

The packing of the CLP 100 contains the following:

•

One bar code reader CLP 100

•

One information sheet (notes on device) with connection diagram and Quick-Start

Depending on the number of devices ordered one or more of the following are included:

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These CLP 100 operating instructions in English and German

•

A set of DOS-formatted diskettes (3.5") containing the CLP Setup operating software for Windows™, the CLP Setup Help on-line help system and the HTML browser I-ViewPro

3.1.2 Variants

At present the CLP 100 is available in the following variants:

Device Light emission Connection

CLP 100-0010 Front 9-pin D-Sub plug

CLP 100-2010 Side 9-pin D-Sub plug

CLP 100-0110 Front Open cable end

CLP 100-2110 Side Open cable end

™

Tab. 3-1: Variants of the CLP 100

3.1.3 System requirements

The following are required to start-up and operate the CLP 100:

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A public supply system device with an output voltage of 5 V DC ± 5 % in accordance with IEC 742 (functional extra-low voltage) and at least 2 W power output

•

In the case of external reading pulsing via the "Sensor" switching input: A suitable sensor for signaling an object with bar code, for example, a reflection photoelectric switch

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A PC with Windows 95™, Windows 98™ or Windows NT™ and a serial interface ("COM x" port)

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An RS-232 data connection cable (TxD and RxD transposed)

•

In order to use a CLP Setup Help on-line help system an HTML browser, for example, Netscape Navigator™ or the enclosed I-ViewPro™ (

delivery

)

refer to Section 3.1.1 Scope of

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Product description

CLP 100 Bar Code Reader

3.1.4 Design

!! " § !!

Legend:

Threaded hole M 3, 5 mm deep

Connection cable

Reading window

LED (status display)

Fig. 3-1: Design of the CLP 100 with face-end light emission

!! " § !! $

Legend:

Threaded hole M 3, 5 mm deep

Connection cable

Reading window

LED (status display)

Fig. 3-2: Design of the CLP 100 with side light emission

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CLP 100 Bar Code Reader

Product description

3.2 Working method of the device

The CCD bar code reader CLP 100 detects bar codes in an illuminated scan field (scan line) and decodes the bar codes. The CLP 100 transmits this data via the serial host interface to a host/PC for further processing. Refer to the CLP 100.

CLP 100

CCD line with lighting

Decoder

Figure 3-3

for an overview of the functionality of

Photoelectric

switch

Reading

pulse

DC 5 V ± 5 %

Fig. 3-3: Function of the CLP 100

Host

Result function

e.g. Good Read/

No Read

--- Cable if required

"Sensor

Interface

"Host"

"Result"

"Terminal"

The CLP 100 derives useful data for diagnostics from the reading processes. The quality of the reading data can be checked in the diagnosis mode.

The CLP 100 requires suitable pulsing (triggering) in order to start a reading process when there is an object in the reading area. This results in a time window for the reading process being opened in the CLP 100. Triggering is carried out either with an external sensor or with a command string via the host interface. Both options are active in the default setting.

The switching input ("Sensor" input) informs the CLP 100 when it must start a reading process. The switching output ("Result" output) can have result functions assigned to them and triggers external devices such as, for example, a PLC input.

3.3 Display and operating elements

The CLP 100 is operated or parameterized via the host interface by using the CLP Setup PC software or with command strings. The CLP 100 is adapted to various applications by means of parameterization. The CLP Setup software is used, for example, to carry out the following settings:

•

Configuration of the code types to be read

•

Read, evaluation and output properties

•

Communication parameters of the host interface

•

Structure of the data output strings of the host interface

•

Function of the auxiliary interface (terminal interface)

Section 10.2, Page 33

The procedure for parameterizing the CLP 100 with the software is explained in

Page 21

An LED status display ("Monitor") with two LEDs (red and green) on the rear of the CLP 100 indicates the current operating state of the device. The meaning of the display for the

describes the installation and handling of the CLP Setup software.

Section 6.5,

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respective operating mode is shown in

Table 3-2

. The display can be parameterized

differently in some operating modes. The table lists all the possible meanings.

Operating mode Display Function

Start Green/

red

Reading mode Green/

red

Green

Red

Adjusting mode Green

Red

Matchcode operation

Green/ red

Red

Green

•

Light up during the switching on phase if the self-test is successful

•

Extinguish when changing to the read standby state

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Light up when the signal for reading is given, until the beginning of the next reading cycle

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Lights up after successful reading ("Good Read")

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Extinguishes after successful reading ("Good Read")

•

Extinguishes after unsuccessful reading ("No Read")

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Lights up after unsuccessful reading ("No Read")

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Extinguish, when there was no signal for reading and there is no read result

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Lights up at "No Read" or "Read & No Match" or in accordance with the parameterization

•

Lights up at "No Read" or "Read & Match"

•

Lights up at "Read & Match"

or in accordance with the parameterization

•

Lights up at "Read & No Match"

Installation

Tab. 3-2: Meaning of the LEDs

4.1 Installation sequence

•

Select the installation site for the CLP 100

•

Connect the power supply

•

Align the CLP 100 to the bar code

•

Install the CLP 100

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Adjust the CLP 100

•

Install the external sensor for the reading pulse

4.2 Preparations for installation

4.2.1 Laying out the components to be installed ready

•

CLP 100 bar code reader

4.2.2 Laying out the required tools ready

•

2 screws for fixing the CLP 100 to the installation site Screw diameter: 3 mm, Screw length depends on the wall thickness of the base. Screws may not be screwed more than 2.5 mm into the CLP 100

•

Tool

•

Measuring tape

•

Angulometer

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4.2.3 Selecting the installation site

When selecting the installation site take the distance between the CLP 100 and the host as well as the distance between the CLP 100 and the bar code into consideration. The angle between the scan line and bar code is selected, so that a good reading is possible. The optimal setting of the angle is described further below.

The CLP 100 is fastened by means of two threaded holes (M 3) to the top or bottom of the device (

Page 32

refer to Figure 4-1

). The complete housing dimensions are shown in

Section 9.2,

Fig. 4-1: Position of the threaded holes !at CLP 100

Distance between the CLP 100 and the host

The maximum distance between the CLP 100 and the host when extension cables are used amounts to 12 m (host interface RS-232).

Distance between the CLP 100 and the bar code

The distance a between the reading window of the CLP 100 and the bar code must amount to 20 to 70 mm depending on the width of the bar code (

Page 38

distance for various resolutions (module widths).

shows the width of the reading area of the CLP 100 in relation to the reading

refer to Figure 4-2

Section 10.3,

Fig. 4-2: Reading distance to the object

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Angle alignment of the CLP 100

The optimum alignment of the CLP 100 is reached at an angle of 90° between the scan line and the bar code bars ( between the scan line and the bar code bars must be taken into consideration (

Figure 4-4 and Table 4-1

refer to Figure 4-3

). Possible reading angles which can arise

refer to

Fig. 4-3:

angle between the scan line and the bar code bars

Fig. 4-4: Reading angle occurring between the scan line and the bar code bars

Angle Limit

Tilt

Pitch

Skew

Tab. 4-1: Permissible angle occurring between the scan line and the bar code bars

0° ± 2

0° ± 5

10° ± 5

° °

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Note If the light of the scan line falls exactly vertically on the surface of the bar code, disturbing

reflections can occur when the reflected light is received. In order to avoid this effect the CLP 100 must be installed so that the emitted light is tilted relative to the perpendicular

refer to Figure 4-5

(

Front-end light emission Side-end light emission

10°

Bar code

Reading Distance

Fig. 4-5: Angle between the emitted light and the bar code (tilted to the perpendicular)

Reading Distance

4.3 Installation and adjustment of the device

4.3.1 Installing the CLP 100

1. Align the CLP 100 so that the angle between the scan line and the bar code bars amounts to 90°. Take any possible reading angle occurring into consideration (

Figure 4-4

2. In orde r to av oid d i s turbi ng ref lection s ali gn the C LP 10 0 so tha t the e mitt e d ligh t impa c ts on the bar code at an angle of 100

° respectively 95°

refer to Figures 4-5 and 4-6

(

Damage to the housing

The screws may not be screwed more than 5 mm into the CLP 100. Longer screws may damage the housing.

Use screws with a suitable length.

3. Screw the screws through the base to which the CLP 100 is fastened into the threaded hole.

4. Tighten the screws slightly.

5. Adjust the CLP 100 as described below.

refer to

100°

Fig. 4-6: Adjustment of the CLP 100 in order to avoid reflections;

a: With front-end light emission, b: With side-end light emission

100°

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4.3.2 Adjusting the CLP 100

The adjusting operating mode supports the adjustment of the CLP 100. In this operating mode the green LED extinguishes if the reading process fails ("No Read"). If the green LED does not light up, the CLP 100 cannot read the bar code. If the green LED flickers, the CLP 100 can only read the bar code badly. If the green LED shows steady light, the CLP 100 is aligned optimally. The scanning frequency in adjusting mode amounts to 500 Hz.

1. Connect the CLP 100 to the supply voltage and switch on the supply voltage.

2. Connect the CLP 100 to the PC.

3. Call up the CLP Setup user interface (

4. In the CLP Setup select the D

5. Click in the O

6. Click in the LED

PERATING MODE

DISPLAY

EVICE CONFIGURATION

field and select A

field and select NO R

7. Carry out the download to the CLP 100 (

refer to Section 10.2, Page 33

tab card.

DJUSTING MODE

EAD/GOOD READ

refer to Section 6.5.1, Page 21

8. Guide objects with bar codes realistically into the reading area of the CLP 100. Ensure that the permitted reading angle is not exceeded.

9. Start the reading pulse: Cover the optical path of the sensor or make connection (

to Section 4.4

refer

10. Align the CLP 100 so that the green LED lights up steadily as far as possible (reading result "Good Read").

11. Tighten the screws.

The CLP 100 is aligned optimally to the bar code.

4.4 Installing the reading-pulse sensor

If the CLP 100 is triggered via an external sensor, the sensor and a reflector have to be installed near the CLP 100. sensor.

Figure 4-7

shows an example of the installation site of the

Fig. 4-7: Installation site for the reading-pulse sensor and the reflector (b smaller than a)

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1. Install the reading-pulse sensor at the installation site.

2. Connect the reading-pulse sensor to the CLP 100 (

3. Call up the CLP Setup and check the read result with the terminal emulator (

Section 6.5, Page 21

refer to Section 5.4.5, Page 18

refer to

4. Check whether the reading process of the CLP 100 is synchronized with the incoming objects.

4.5 Disassembling the device

1. Switch off the supply voltage.

2. Disconnect the cable connection.

3. Screw off the CLP 100.

4. Dispose of the CLP 100 ecologically friendly (

refer to Section 7.3, Page 27

Electrical installation

5.1 Electrical connections

The electrical connection of the CLP 100 is carried out either via a 9-pin D-Sub cable plug or the open cable end.

5.2 Pin assignment of the connection plug or wire colors of

Pin Signal

1Sensor

2RxD (Host)

3TxD (Host)

4 Result "GO/NG"

5 GND

6 Not assigned

7 RxD (Terminal), TTL

8 TxD (Terminal), TTL

the cable end

5 V

Tab. 5-1: Pin assignment of the connection plug

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Wire color open cable end Signal

Pink Sensor

Brown RxD (Host)

Gray TxD (Host)

White Result "GO/NG"

Black GND

Yellow RxD (Terminal), TTL

Orange TxD (Terminal), TTL

Red

Blue RTS

Green CTS

Tab. 5-2: Assignment of the wire colors of the cable end

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5.3 Planning the electrical installation

5.3.1 Requirements for the host interface

The host interface of the CLP 100 is operated as an RS-232 interface. For the pin assignment refer to

Table 5-3

shows the recommended maximum cable lengths as a function of the data

Table 5-1 or Table 5-2.

transmission rate.

Interface type Transmission rate Max. distance to the host

RS-232 Up to 19,200 Bd 12 m

Tab. 5-3: Maximum cables lengths between the CLP 100 and the host

Recommendation In order to avoid interferences, do not lay the cable parallel to the power-supply and motor

cables (for example in cable ducts).

5.3.2 Supply voltage

For operation the CLP 100 requires a supply voltage of 5 V DC

5 % in accordance with IEC 742 (functional extra-low voltage). The power supply unit must also fulfil IEC 742 and output a continuous output of 2 W.

5.4 Carry out the electrical installation

5.4.1 Installation steps

•

Connecting the supply voltage

•

Wiring the host interface (Connecting the PC)

•

Wiring the "Sensor" switching input

•

Wiring the "Result" switching output

5.4.2 Connecting the supply voltage

Connect the supply voltage to Pin 5 and Pin 9 of the 9-pin plug (

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refer to Table 5-1,

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5.4.3 Wiring the host interface (Connecting the PC)

The CLP 100 is operated and configured with the CLP Setup software. For this purpose it must be connected to the PC via the host interface. When the PC is connected, the communications parameters are set as described in

Section 6.5.1, Page 21

Figure 5-1

Fig. 5-1: Wiring the host interface

shows the wiring of the RS-232 host interface.

*) 9-pin internal D-Sub plug to PC

Recommendation

Damage to the interface module in the CLP 100!

Electronic components in the CLP 100 can be damaged if the host interface is wired incorrectly.

Wire the host interface correctly in accordance with

Check the wiring before switching on the CLP 100.

Connect the host interface of the CLP 100 EMC-compatibly to the host by means of shielded cables (

Table 5-3, Page 16

Apply the shielding at one end.

refer to Figure 5-1

). Observe the maximum cable lengths (

Figure 5-1

refer to

1. Switch off the PC and the supply voltage of the CLP 100.

2. Connect the desired port "COM x" of the PC to the CLP 100. To this purpose use an RS-232 data connection cable (RxD and TxD transposed).

3. Switch on the PC and the supply voltage of the CLP 100.

4. Set the communication parameters of the PC (

refer to Section 10.2.3, Page 34

In the default setting the CLP 100 communicates via the RS-232 interface with the host using the values listed in

Parameter Host interface value Terminal interface value

Data transmission rate

Table 5-4

9,600 Bd 9,600 Bd

Data bit 8 8

Parity None None

Stop bit 1 1

Protocol SICK:

Sending start characters: STX Sending stop characters: ETX Repeat request: None Timeout: 50 ms

Tab. 5-4: Communication parameters of the host interface (default setting)

SICK: Sending start characters: STX Sending stop characters: ETX Repeat request: None Timeout: 50 ms

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2.4 V VS5 V

≤≤

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5.4.4 Wiring the terminal interface

As an alternative the PC may be connected to the terminal interface.

Figure 5-2

shows the wiring of the terminal interface.

Note The terminal interface is a TTL level interface.

7 3 *

8 2 *

5 5 *

*) 9-pin internal D-Sub plug to PC

Fig. 5-2: Wiring the terminal interface

5.4.5 Wiring the "Sensor" switching input

If a reading process is to be triggered via an external sensor, connect the sensor to the "Sensor" switching input. This triggering type is selected as the default setting of the CLP

100.

Figure 5-3

shows the wiring of the "Sensor" switching input.

Table 5-5

lists the

characteristic data of this switching input.

5 V

CLP 100

Fig. 5-3: Wiring of the "Sensor" switching input

Connect the sensor as described in

Switching

Connecting GND to the input starts the read port of the CLP 100 (low)

performance

Properties Not electrically separated

Electrical values Low

(Read port active):

≤≤

0 V VS0.8 V

≤

I1.5 µA

Tab. 5-5: Characteristic data of the "Sensor" switching input

Hint The D

EVICE CONFIGURATION

tab card of the CLP Setup software can be used to modify the

response time of the "Sensor" input (debouncing).

"Sensor"

GND

Figure 5-3

High (Read port inactive):

≤

I1.5 µA

Sensor

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5.4.6 Wiring the "Result" switching output

The switching output can have various result functions assigned to it. If the corresponding event occurs during a reading process, the switching output becomes live for the selected pulse duration. the characteristic data of the switching output.

Fig. 5-4: Wiring of the "Result" switching output (NPN)

Figure 5-4

shows the wiring of the "Result" switching output.

Table 5-5

lists

Recommendation

Hint The D

Operation

In order to check the switching functions wire the switching output to a load and measure the voltage with a high-voltage digital voltmeter. This avoids the display of incorrect voltage values and switching states.

Wire the switching output as described in

Switching performance NPN switching against GND

Properties Not electrically separated

Electrical values

Tab. 5-6: Characteristic data of the "Result" switching output

EVICE CONFIGURATION

function assignment, the pulse duration and the output instant of the signal.

≤≤

5V U 30V

≤

I50mA

tab card of the CLP Setup software can be used to modify the

Figure 5-4

6.1 Startup steps

•

Startup of the CLP 100 with the default setting set by factory (Quick-Start). The CLP 100 can be operated without a connection to the PC in this configuration.

•

Connecting the PC (

refer to Section 10.2, Page 33

(

•

Parameterizing of the CLP 100 with the CLP Setup software or with command strings.

refer to Section 5.4.4, Page 18

) and installing the CLP Setup software

6.2 Default setting

Table 6-1

parameters in the default setting are selected so that the CLP 100 can be used directly for many applications in this configuration. With the default setting no PC is required for starting up.

shows an overview of the default setting of our works for the CLP 100. The

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Parameter Default setting

Active code type Code 39

Code length Free

Multiple reading 2

Number of codes 1

Reading direction Both

Send start/stop characters Not active

Check digit None

Reading pulse generation Active low (unchangable)

Switching output Not active

Host interface RS-232 (unchangable)

Protocol Start characters STX, Stop characters ETX

Data transmission rate 9,600 Bd

Data format 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit

Output instant Immediately

No Read message BR

Tab. 6-1: Default setting of the parameters of the CLP 100

If the CLP 100 is connected to a PC, the current parameters can be changed by using the CLP Setup software. The parameter set of the default setting is saved in the CLP Setup and in the CLP 100 and can be re-activated at any time.

The complete default setting can be viewed by using the CLP Setup software and printed out, if required:

1. In order to save the current settings: Select the S

AVE AS

menu item in the F

ILE

menu bar

and enter the file name.

2. Click on in the toolbar. The default setting is loaded and is displayed in the tab cards.

3. Click on in the toolbar.

ILE PRINT

The F

dialog box is opened.

4. Enter the comment for the header of the output and click on OK. The dialog box for the print settings is opened.

5. Enter the settings for printing and click on OK. CLP Setup prints out the default settings.

6.3 Quick-Start

1. Carry out the electrical installation in accordance with

Chapter 5, Page 15.

A PC does not

have to be connected if the CLP 100 is operated with the default setting.

2. Switch on the supply voltage. The LEDs of the CLP 100 light up and are extinguished after the self-test has been completed successfully.

3. Present the bar code sample from

Figure 6-1

to the CLP 100 at a distance of approx.

35 mm.

4. Start the reading pulse: Cover the optical path of the sensor (close the switch). Both LEDs light up.

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5. End the reading pulse: Unmask the optical path of the sensor (open the switch). If the reading has been successful, the red LED is extinguished, the green LED lights up. The CLP 100 is ready to operate with the default setting of our works.

The CLP 100 can be switched off without the configuration data being lost, since no changes were carried out to the parameter set.

0123412345

Fig. 6-1: Bar code sample (code 39, 0.35 mm, printing ratio 2:1)

6.4 Operating modes and output of the read result

When parameterizing the CLP 100, it is possible to choose between the following operating modes:

•

Reading mode

•

Diagnostic mode

•

Adjusting mode

•

On-line test mode

reading mode

In the end of the reading pulse via the host and terminal interface.

diagnosis mode

In statistically into the read field of the CLP (no transport movement). The output is emitted via the host and terminal interface. For details on the diagnosis mode

Page 24

In the and not via the host interface.

When outputting the read result, it is possible to choose between the normal reading function and the code comparison function (matchcode). The matchcode function allows the comparison of the read bar codes with a code which is entered at the CLP 100. It is possible to select between complete or partial matching of the codes.

adjusting mode

on-line test mode

the CLP 100 detects the presented bar codes and emits the read result at

the quality of the bar code readings is judged. These are brought

refer to Section 6.5.8,

the CLP 100 is adjusted to the bar code (

the CLP 100 emits the read result only via the terminal interface

refer to Section 4.3.2, Page 14

6.5 Parameterization

The CLP 100 is adapted to the specifc applications by means of the parameterization. Parameterization is carried out either with the CLP Setup software or with command strings. To this purpose a PC has to be connected and the CLP Setup has to be installed. Connection of the PC to the CLP 100 is described in of the CLP Setup software are described in the appendix (

6.5.1 Transferring the parameter set between the CLP Setup and CLP 100

In order to edit the current parameter set of the CLP 100 it must first be copied from the CLP 100 to the CLP Setup. This process is designated as uploading.

Changes to the parameter set carried out in the CLP Setup are not effective until they have been transferred to the CLP 100. CLP Setup always copies the complete parameter set. Saving the parameters to the CLP 100 is designated as downloading.

Section 5.4.4, Page 18

. Installation and handling

Section 10.2, Page 33

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CLP 100 Bar Code Reader

Uploading the parameter set from the CLP 100

Click on in the CLP Setup toolbar.

CLP Setup copies the parameter set last saved in the CLP 100 from the CLP 100 into its database and displays its values in the tab cards.

If the CLP Setup software does not recognize the loaded parameters during uploading, a warning is emited. Unknown parameters can be edited in the terminal emulator under observance of the conventions for command strings. These parameters are also taken into consideration when the parameter set is saved.

Downloading the parameter set to the CLP 100

Click on in theCLP Setup toolbar.

The new parameter set is saved in the CLP 100.

Saving the parameter set in the CLP Setup

1. Select the S

AVE AS

menu item in the F

ILE

menu bar in order to save the modified parameter set as the new configuration file in the CLP Setup or to overwrite an existing file.

The S

AVE

CLP

FILE

dialog box is opened.

2. Enter the path and file name in the dialog box (extension of the file name: "*.scl") and click on OK.

The new parameter set is saved in the CLP Setup.

6.5.2 Parameterize the CLP 100 with command strings

The CLP 100 can be parameterized for example by means of the terminal emulator by entering command strings. Parameters which are unknown to the CLP Setup can also be used.

The command language of the CLP 100 accesses the command interpreter of the device directly.

Figure 6-2

shows a view of the terminal emulator. A0 is entered as an example in the framed text field for entering commands. This input is repeated in the large output window. For a full description of the command language refer to

Table 10-3, Page 41.

1. Click on in the CLP Setup toolbar.

The terminal emulator window opens.

2. Enter the command in the framed text field and press the Return key.

The command is transmitted to the CLP 100.

Note The CLP 100 does not transmit an answer, but reacts immediately to the command.

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Fig. 6-2: Terminal emulator with input of a command string

6.5.3 Selecting reading mode

After being switched on the CLP 100 carries out a self-test and then changes over to the reading mode (default setting). Reading mode can be selected as follows if the CLP 100 is in another operating mode:

1. In the CLP Setup select the D

2. Click in the O

PERATING MODE

3. Carry out the download to CLP 100.

The CLP 100 is in reading mode.

6.5.4 Adjusting the reading pulse

In the CLP 100 default setting the reading pulse (trigger) is supplied by an external sensor. Debouncing of the sensor and the type of reading pulse end (through a time window or a sensor signal) can be set by means of the CLP Setup software.

1. In the CLP Setup select the D

2. Select the settings in the R

3. Carry out the download to CLP 100.

EVICE CONFIGURATION

field and select R

EVICE CONFIGURATION

EADING PULSE

or R

tab card.

EADING MODE

tab card.

EADING PULSE END

field.

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6.5.5 Triggering the reading pulse

In its default setting the CLP 100 receives the reading pulse (trigger) via an external sensor or a command string (software trigger). For test purposes, the reading pulse can also be triggered directly via the terminal emulator.

1. Click on in the CLP Setup toolbar.

The terminal emulator window opens. The CLP 100 is in reading mode.

2. Click on S

TART READING

3. Present the bar code.

4. Click on S

6.5.6 Setting the structure of the read result

In its default setting the CLP 100 sends the data contents of the bar code to the host as the read result. In the default setting this data string is STX-/ETX-framed.

The structure of the data string can be selected by means of the H

CONFIGURATION

1. In the CLP Setup select the R

2. Click in the S

3. Select the H

4. Click in the S

tab cards.

END PREFIX

OST INTERFACE

EPARATOR

EADING CONFIGURATION

tab card.

list box and select a prefix from the list (A-Z, 1-0).

tab card.

list field and select a separator.

OST INTERFACE

and R

EADING

5. Carry out the download to CLP 100.

The CLP 100 operates with the new settings.

6.5.7 Setting the matchcode function

The matchcode function allows the comparison of the read bar codes with a code which is entered manually at the CLP 100 or trained in automatically (matchcode).

1. In the CLP Setup select the D

CTIVE

2. Click in the A

box in the C

3. Enter the code which is to be used for comparison in the M

4. If only a part of the code has to agree, enter the partial code in the P

OF THE MATCHCODE

text field, and complete the field with question marks or @ characters.

5. Selection the function of the switching output in the S

EVICE CONFIGURATION

OMPARE CODE

field.

tab card.

ATCHCODE

WITCHING OUTPUT AT CODE COMPARISON

text field.

ARTIAL COMPARISON

field.

6. Carry out the download to CLP 100.

The CLP 100 outputs a result either at agreement of the read codes with the matchcode or at non-agreement.

6.5.8 Setting the diagnosis mode

In diagnosis mode the quality of the bar code readings is judged. These are brought statistically into the read field of the CLP 100 (no transport movement). The CLP 100 carries out 100 readings after the reading pulse and evaluates them.

The data string in the diagnosis mode is STX-/ETX-framed. The data string contains the bar code information (data) at the first place, followed by a slash and a three-digit identifier. The data string is followed by the combination of slash and identifier repeated thrice (a total of four identifiers separated by slashes): <STX>Data/www/xxx/yyy/zzz<ETX>.

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The maximum value of an identifier is 100. If the value is lower (one- or two-digit number), the leading blanks will be filled with spaces. If the D

ISPLAY CONTROL CODE

function is activated,

a space is displayed as <SPC>. The identifiers mean:

www = Number of successful readings ("Good reads") xxx = Number of successful decoding processes (with misinterpretations) yyy = Number of successful indentifications of a start or stop character (depending on

the scan direction)

zzz = Number of readings carried out (the CLP 100 carries out 100 readings each in

the diagnosis mode)

Error-free reading and decoding of a bar code would thus have the following form:

<STX>Data/100/100/100/100<ETX>.

A reading with some failed decodings has, for example, the following form:

<STX>Data/<SPC>67/<SPC>67/100/100<ETX>.

If the CLP 100 has only recognized the start character, it transfers a question mark instead of the data string:

<STX>?/<SPC><SPC>0/<SPC><SPC>0/100/100<ETX>.

Figure 6-3

shows further examples of reading results in the diagnosis mode:

Fig. 6-3: Terminal emulator with reading results of the CLP 100 in diagnosis mode

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The diagnosis mode can be selected directly in the terminal emulation window or set via the tab cards:

If the terminal emulator window is active: Click in the D the bar code. The reading process is started automatically. The CLP 100 scans the bar code once per second.

- or -

1. If the terminal emulator window is not active: In the CLP Setup select the D

CONFIGURATION

2. Click in the O

3. Carry out the download to CLP 100.

The CLP 100 is in diagnosis mode.

4. Click on in the CLP Setup toolbar.

The terminal emulator window opens.

5. Click on S

6. Present the bar code.

The CLP 100 outputs the read result in the window of the terminal emulator.

7. In order to return to reading mode proceed as described in

tab card.

PERATING MODE

TART READING

field and select D

IAGNOSTIC MODE

Section 6.5.3

box and present

EVICE

Maintenance

6.6 Switching off the CLP 100

1. If the parameter set was changed, download the parameter set to the CP 100 and save

the parameter set as a configuration file in the CLP Setup.

2. Switch off the supply voltage.

The last parameter set saved in the CLP 100 remains valid.

7.1 Maintenance during operation

The CLP 100 reading window is made of glass. The reading window ( clean in order to achieve the complete reading performance of the CLP 100. Check the reading window regularly for dirt in particular in case of dirty or humid environments.

Figure 7-1

) must be

Fig. 7-1: CLP 100 with front-end reading window (a) and side-end reading window (b)

If a sensor is used for triggering, its window and the reflector have to be cleaned regularly. This avoids incorrect switching performance.

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LED lighting can endanger your eyes!

The CLP 100 uses an LED illumination line.

Light emitting diode class 1 according to EN 60825-1:A2:2001.

The retina can be damaged if you look too long into the beam.

Do not look directly into the LED illumination line.

Observe the most recent specifications of DIN EN 60825-1, latest version.

Damage to the reading window!

Scratches and streaks on the reading window impair the reading performance.

Use a mild detergent without scouring agents.

Avoid cloths or sponges which scratch.

Clean the reading window carefully.

Clean the reading window with a soft, non-fluffing cloth and mild detergent without scouring agents, for example antistatic glass cleaning fluid.

If necessary, clean the LED on the device rear.

If necessary, clean the sensor window and reflector.

7.2 Maintenance

The CLP 100 operates maintenance-free.

7.3 Disposal

After removal from service dispose of unusable or irreparable devices in a manner which is not harmful to the environment. Observe the respective state regulations on waste disposal.

1. Remove the CLP 100 housing.

2. Remove the electronic modules and connection cable.

3. Recycle the housing.

4. Dispose of electronic modules and connection cable as hazardous waste.

5. Dispose of the glass as recycled glass.

At present, SICK AG does not take back devices which have become unusable or irreparable.

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Troubleshooting

CLP 100 Bar Code Reader

Troubleshooting

8.1 Possible errors and faults

8.1.1 Installation faults

•

8.1.2 Faults during the electrical installation

•

8.1.3 Parameterization errors

•

8.1.4 Faults during operation

•

CLP 100 aligned unfavorably to the bar code (for example, reflections).

Reading-pulse sensor positioned incorrectly

Interfaces of the CLP 100 wired incorrectly

Functions not adapted to the local conditions, for example, communication parameters of the host interface set incorrectly

Device fault (hardware/software)

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Troubleshooting

8.2 Troubleshooting table

Aids during troubleshooting:

•

These operating instructions

•

Multimeter for measuring voltage and current

Fault Possible cause Check Remedy

1. When th e supply vol t a ge is applied to the CLP 100: The LEDs do not light up (LEDs must light up for three seconds after voltage is applied if the self-test is successful)

2. CLP 100 cannot be started via the external sensor, Scan field of the CLP 100 (red light) is not displayed or LEDs do not light up after an executed signal for reading

3. Green LED does not light up after the end of the reading pulse (reading not successful)

Tab. 8-1: Troubleshooting table

1.1 CLP 100 without supply voltage

1.2 CLP 100 has diagnosed a device fault during the self-test

2.1 External sensor connected incorrectly

2.2 Photoelectric switch not aligned to the reflector or Optical path covered (light scanner or inductive sensor is not dampened)

2.3 CLP 100 does not receive command string for pulsing via the host interface

3.1 N o bar code in t he readin g area during the reading process

3.2 Scan field does not contact the bar code

3.3 Reading distance incorrect 3.3 Check the reading

3.4 Evaluation criteria for the code type set incorrectly

3.5 Reading angle under which the bar code appears is too large

1.1 Check the supply voltage 1.1 Check the wiring and

1.2 Switch the device off and on aga in. Do the LEDs light up?

2.1 Check the wiring of the external sensor

2.2 Check the external sensor for functionality and a free optical path

2.3 Check the data connection between the host and the CLP 100. Check the command strings of the host computer

3.1 Check the interval between the reading pulse and presence of the bar code in the reading area

3.2 Check the adjustment. Is the bar code in the middle of the scan field?

distance

3.4 Check the code type and code length

3.5 Check the reading angle 3.5 Readjust the CLP 100

measure the supply voltage (DC 5 V ± 5 %)

1.2 If the LEDs do not light up, contact the SICK service (refer to Section 8.3,

Page 30)

2.1 Measure the output signal of the external sensor and the input signal at the CLP 100 (active low)

2.2 Re-align the external sensor

2.3 Carry out the connection in accordance with Section

5.4, Page 16 and observe the pin assigment. Carry out an upload in the CLP Setup. On the H I

NTERFACE

data format, protocol, start and stop characters, baud rate correctly. Carry out the download to the CLP 100

3.1 Refer to Item 2

3.2 Readjust the CLP 100 (refer to Section 4.3.2, Page 14)

3.3 Set the correct reading distance, but take the module width into consideration (refer to Section 10.3, Page 38)

3.4 Enter correct code type in CLP Setup. Carry out download to CLP 100

while ensuring that the maximum reading angle is observed (refer to Figure 4-4, Page 12)

tab card set the

OST

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Fault Possible cause Check Remedy

–continued–

3. Green LED does not light up after the end of the reading pulse (reading not successful)

4. CLP 100 does not transfer read results after the end of the reading pulse

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3.6 Fault due to reflection of the light at the bar code

3.7 Bar code quality is insufficient

4.1 No reading pulse occurred 4.1 Do the LEDs light up after

4.2 Data connection cable wired incorrectly

4.3 Voltage level incorrect 4.3 Check the voltage level 4.3 Correct the voltage level

4.4 Host interface parameterized incorrectly

3.6 Check the angle 3.6 Readjust the CLP 100 and tilt it relative to the vertical (refer to Figure 4-5, Page 13)

3.7 Check the printing

contrast, idle zones and print tolerances of the bar code

the reading pulse?

4.2 Check the wiring 4.2 Carry out the wiring in

4.4 Check the data format,

protocol, start and stop characters

3.7 Have the bar code checked (for example by the SICK service (refer to

Section 8.3, Page 30))

4.1 Refer to Item 2

accordance with the pin assignment and the connection scheme

4.4 Carry out an upload in the CLP Setup. On the H I

NTERFACE

data format, protocol, start and stop characters, baud rate correctly. Carry out the download to the CLP 100

tab card set the

OST

Tab. 8-1: Troubleshooting table

8.3 SICK support

The device may be defective if the error cannot be eliminated by means of the above measures. The CLP 100 does not have any components whose functionality can be restored by the user after a failure.

Please contact your local SICK office or subsidiary:

•

The telephone and fax numbers are listet on the rear cover of this manual.

Please contact SICK before submitting the device for repair.

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Technical data

9.1 Data sheet CLP 100

Type CLP 100

Scanner design CCD bar code reader

Light source Visible red light (λ = 630 nm)

Artificial light compatability 0 ... 100,000 lux

Scanning/Decoding frequency 500 Hz

Reading distance/Resolution 30 ... 40 mm: 0.15 mm

25 ... 45 mm: 0.2 mm 25 ... 45 mm: 0.25 mm 25 ... 55 mm: 0.35 mm 25 ... 55 mm: 0.5 mm 25 ... 55 mm: 1 mm

Reading area width 80 mm (at a reading distance of 40 mm)

Minimum resolution 0.125 mm

Code types All common bar codes

Optical displays Status display with two LEDs (red and green)

Data interfaces 2 x (RS-232)

Data transfer rate 1,200 ... 19,200 Bd

Supply voltage 5 V DC ± 5 %

Power consumption for reading operation

Power consumption for standby mode

Housing Metal

Enclosure rating IP 40

EMC test In accordance with IEC 801

Weight Approx. 200 g

Temperature (ambient service/storage)

Maximum relative humdity 30 ... 85 %, non-condensing

350 mA

150 mA

0 °C ... +40 °C / −20 °C ... +70 °C

Tab. 9-1: Technical specification of the CLP 100

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9.2 Dimensional drawings

*) Screws may not project more than

2.5 mm into the CLP 100

Fig. 9-1: Dimensions of the CLP 100 with front-end light emission in mm

Fig. 9-2: Dimensions of the CLP 100 with side-end light emission in mm

*) Screws may not project more than

2.5 mm into the CLP 100

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Appendix

10.1 Appendix overview

•

Installation and handling of the CLP Setup software

•

Reading area diagram

•

Calculation of the number of scans

•

Calculation of the code length of a bar code

•

Command language for CLP bar code readers

10.2 Installation and handling of the CLP Setup software

The scope of delivery of the CLP 100 includes a set of diskettes (3.5") with the CLP Setup software. A PC with the operating system Windows 95 is required in order to use the software. The memory requirement on the hard disk amounts to approx. 6.5 MB for the installation of CLP Setup, CLP Setup Help and I-ViewPro™.

10.2.1 Preparing the installation

1. Have the diskettes at hand.

2. Connect the PC to the host interface of the CLP 100 (

3. Switch on the supply voltage of the CLP 100.

4. Switch on the PC and start Windows.

Windows 98™ or Windows NT

™,

refer to Section 5.4.3, Page 17

™

10.2.2 Carrying out the installation

During the installation of CLP Setup the installation program creates a main directory with subdirectories and the required links. CLP Setup can be removed completely from the PC by using the Uninstaller which is automatically installed as well.

First installation

1. Shut down all the applications under Windows.

2. Insert the diskette into the floppy disk drive.

3. Call up the R field: "A:\CLP_xxxx.exe" (replace xxxx by the diskette label text). Click on OK.

- or -

Open the Explorer, open drive A and double-click on the file "CLP_xxxx.exe" (xxxx stands for the diskette label text).

The installation program starts and guides you through the installation with screen messages. Die CLP Setup software and the CLP Setup Help on-line help are installed.

4. If required, install the I-ViewPro™ HTML browser (is prompted).

5. Observe the the latest information on the CLP Setup given in the Readme file.

6. Click on OK to confirm the final installation message.

Die CLP Setup software and the CLP Setup Help on-line help are installed and ready for use.

di alog bo x in Windows and en ter t h e following command i n th e O

PEN

in p u t

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Updating an installation

There are two possibilities of installing a new version of CLP Setup:

•

Installation of the new version in addition to the old version

- or -

•

Installation of the new version instead of the old version (overwriting)

Installation of the new version in addition to the old version

When the new version is installed in addition to the old version the new CLP Setup software is installed as described under

First installation

. When prompted for the target directory you

have to enter a new directory. Both software versions are available parallel, but may not be started simultaneously. The configuration files of the old version can continue to be used in the new version.

Installation of the new version instead of the old version

When the new version is installed instead of the old one, the files of the old version have to be removed – with the exception of the configuration files "*.scl". The "*.scl" files contain the parameter sets of the CLP 100.

The Uninstaller removes the program files. The Uninstaller can be used to remove either all the files (with the exception of the configuration files) or only selected files. The default setting is the complete removal (the configuration files are not removed). In the case of user-specific removal the files are listed and only the selected files are removed. When selecting files ensure that the main directory together with the "*.scl" files is not deleted.

1. Select the Uninstaller for CLP Setup in the start menu of Windows under P

ROGRAMS

The Uninstaller starts and guides you through the removal with screen messages.

2. Select the type of removal (complete or user-specific).

3. The new version of CLP Setup is installed as described under

First installation

. Select the

same directory.

The new version of CLP Setup is installed. The configuration files of the old version can continue to be used.

10.2.3 Starting the CLP Setup software

The CLP Setup software starts with the following default setting:

Communication COM 1, 9,600 Bd, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity

Linear measures Metric

Language English

Browser Not assigned

Directory for files "Data" (configuration files for CLP 100)

Tab. 10-1: Default settings of CLP Setup

1. Switch on the PC and start Windows.

2. Select CLP Setup in the start menu.

The introductory dialog box is displayed after the identifier for the SICK software.

3. Click on OK.

CLP Setup checks whether a bar code reader is connected to the port "COM 1" of the PC and whether the values of the communication parameters between the bar code reader and the PC agree. If the values agree, CLP Setup enters C

ONNECTED

in the top

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right-hand of the status bar. The software loads the internal description of the bar code reader and the default setting of the parameters from the database and displays it in the tab cards. Then the software copies the last set saved permanently in the CLP 100 from the CLP 100. Afterwards this is displayed in the tab cards. The current parameter set can be edited in the tab cards.

Help in cases of problems

If the CLP Setup displays the message NO

CONNECTION

in the top right-hand of the status bar, the software could not establish a connection to the CLP 100. This can have two causes. The CLP 100 is not connected, or the communication parameters of the CLP 100 and the PC do not agree.

1. Connect the PC to the host interface of the CLP 100 as described in

Page 17

Section 5.4.3,

2. Click on .

UTO BAUD DETECT

The A

dialog box is displayed. CLP Setup checks whether a bar code reader is connected to the port "COM 1" of the PC and whether the values of the communication parameters between the bar code reader and the PC agree. If the values agree, the CLP Setup displays the values of the communication parameters.

3. If CLP Setup still cannot establish a connection, click on C

ERIAL INTERFACE

menu item in the O

PTIONS

menu.

ANCEL

and select the

CLP Setup displays the current settings of the communication parameters.

4. Set the following communication parameters: Connected COM port, 9,600 Bd, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity.

5. Click on OK.

6. Click on .

UTO BAUD DETECT

The A

dialog box is displayed. CLP Setup attempts again to communicate with the CLP 100. If this is successful, CLP Setup displays the values of the communication parameters between the bar code reader and the PC.

7. Click on OK. The dialog box prompts you whether the parameters of the connected device are to be loaded.

8. In order to copy the current parameter set to the CLP Setup click on Y

CLP Setup displays C

ONNECTED

. The current parameter set can be edited in the tab cards.

10.2.4 User interface

The user interface is largely self-explanatory. The online help describes how to use the user interface under H

ELP

in the menu item P

ROGRAM INFORMATION

the user interface.

The user interface consists of the following elements:

•

Title bar displaying the program name (CLP Setup) and the current configuration file

•

Menu bar with pull-down menus

•

Toolbar with icons which trigger a function when clicked on

•

Status bar (top right) with scanner selection field and status field for displaying the connection to the bar code reader

•

3 tab cards (R

EADING CONFIGURATION

EVICE CONFIGURATION

, D

Further dialog boxes are opened in the tab cards, if necessary

Figure 10-1

OST INTERFACE

, H

shows a view of

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Fig. 10-1: User interface of the CLP Setup software

10.2.5 Functions

The CLP Setup software provides the following functions:

•

Loading of the default setting of the parameter set from the database

•

Automatic attempt to communicate with the CLP 100 when the program is started

•

Uploading of the parameter set which is saved in the CLP 100

•

Modifying the parameters

•

Downloading the modified parameter set to the CLP 100

•

Saving the modified parameter set in the CLP Setup as the configuration file

•

Direct access to the CLP 100 by means of a terminal emulator (parameterizing via command strings, selection of the operating mode and triggering of the CLP 100 reading function)

•

Selection of the COM ports for adapting the data transmission parameters

•

Selection menu for units used

•

Selection menu for the displayed language

•

Display of the last 10 edited configuration files

•

Context-specific help via

[F1]

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10.2.6 Using the CLP Setup Help on-line help

The CLP Setup Help on-line help helps you in using the CLP Setup software. The help runs under an HTML browser (for example, Netscape Navigator™, Microsoft Internet-Explorer™ or the supplied I-ViewPro™). The help can be called up context-specifically for the parameter being edited and describes the function of the parameter and possible values for the parameter.

In the upper horizontal frame it is possible to also click on a tab tard. The parameters are then displayed in the left-hand vertical frame. These can be selected by clicking on them.

[F1]

Press

The browser window opens and the help topic is displayed.

If the browser is not found, enter the path for the browser in the opened dialog box (for example "Iviewpro32.exe" in the directory "I-ViewPro").

In order to avoid multiple opening of the browser use the key combination or the Windows status bar to toggle between the CLP Setup and the CLP Setup Help.

In order to call up the help overview click on the C menu bar of the CLP Setup.

key.

ONTENTS

[

Alt]+ [Tab]

menu item under H

ELP

in the

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10.3 Reading area diagram

The reading area diagram shows the reading width as a ratio of the reading distance for various resolutions. Disturbing optical effects (distortions) which can occur when the distance is too great are taken into account when specifying the reading width.

The module width is the narrowest bar of a bar code which is still resolved.

Reading Conditions: Test Code:

Print Ratio: Print Contrast: Pitch/Tilt

Fig. 10-2: Reading area diagram

39 3:1 90

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Scan

⋅

------------------------=witht

Scan

---

lLHl

–

Scan

⋅

------------------------=witht

Scan

---

0.4 0.15

–()

----

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

500

1 s

---

⋅=

n 63.5 n⇒62

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10.4 Calculation of the number of scans

The maximum possible number of scans for a bar code depends on the transporting speed

Figures 10-3

v. scans at ladder and fencing positionings of the bar code bars.

and

10-4

display one calculation example each for the possible number of

---= t

--- -

⋅=

--- -

⋅=

Specified values:

Number of scans n = ? Transporting speed v = 1.5 m/s Bar length l

= 20 mm

Scanning frequency f = 500 Hz Coding 100 % readable

0.02 m

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

n6.7 n⇒6

----

1.5 s

Recommended minimum value n = 5

⋅=

500

---

Fig. 10-3: Calculation example: Number of scans for ladder positioning of the bar code bars

---= t

–

LHlC

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

–

LHlC

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

⋅=

Specified values:

Number of scans n = ?

Transporting speed v = 2 m/s Code length with idle zone lC = 150 mm

Reading area height l

= 400 mm

Scanning frequency f = 500 Hz Coding 100 % readable, all scans on the code Code window s = lLH– l

Recommended minimum value n = 5

Fig. 10-4: Calculation example: Number of scans for fencing positioning of the bar code bars

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10.5 Calculation of the code length of a bar code

The code length of a bar code corresponds to the number of used characters in the printing image including the check digits (if they exist). The fixed code length can be specified in the CLP Setup.

The code length can be determined by counting the bars and gaps if the code type of a bar code is known. The respective equation for calculation is shown in

1. Count the bars and possibly gaps as specified in

Table 10-2

stop characters.

2. Calculate the code length in accordance with the equation specified in the table.

3. Carry out the input in the CLP Setup as specified in Column 4 of

Table 10-2

. Also count the start and

Table 10-2

Code type Count Calculation of the code length

Code 39 Number of bars Calculated code length

2/5 Interleaved Number of wide elements

(bars and gaps)

Code

Number 10

----------------------------------=

Number 1

---------------------------------=

EAN Not applicable 13 characters (normal version)

8 characters (short version)

UPC Not applicable 12 characters (UPC A, normal version)

8 characters (UPC E, short version)

Codabar Number of bars Calculated code length

Code 128

Number of bars Calculated code length

(character set A)

EAN 128 Number of bars Calculated code length

1) Check digit optional for Code 39, 2/5 Interleaved, Codabar. Check digit always integrated in the bar code print at EAN, UPC, Code 128, EAN 128 in accordance with specification (is suppressed automatically at the output of the read result of the CLP 100)

2) With few exceptions each printed character corresponds to an ASCII character which has to be decoded. In the case of Code 39 extended, Code 128 and EAN 128 the number of characters in the data string of the CLP 100 can exceed the number of characters in the printing image because it consists of several character sets.

Code

Number 8

---------------------------------=

Number 10

------------------------------------=

Number 10

------------------------------------=

1)2)

Input in the CLP Setup

–

Calculated code length

activate 13-digit activate 8-digit

Activate Version A Activate Version E

–

Tab. 10-2: Auxiliary table for calculating the code length of a bar code

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10.6 Command language for CLP bar code readers

Table 10-3

lists the commands of the command language for CLP bar code readers. The

default settings of the respective parameters are printed in bold.

For sending host commandos to the CLP 100 it is nesessary to frame the data string with <STX> and

<CR>

Example:

<STX>XW0B2<CR> There may be not any blank between the characters.

Parameter Character Value

Number Of Codes UA 0: FREE

1-10: 1-10 Labels to be read with one Sens.

Output On Good Read

Label Number U

Code Type UxB 1: CODE 39

UB 0: AFTER SENSOR

1: AFTER READ

0: Label Number 1 ... ... U

...

9: Label Number 10

2: Codabar

3: ITF

4: JAN (UPC)

5: ITF-B

7: CODE 128

Code Length UxByN 0: FREE

1-32: Specified Digits (1-32)

Reading Direction UxByNzD 0: NOT SPECIFIED

1: FORWARD

2: REVERSE

Check Digits UxByNzDaC 0: NO CHECK

1: SEND C/D

3: NOT SEND C/D

(Codabar Only) 0: NO CHECK

1: SEND M16

2: SEND 7DR

3: NOT SEND M16

4: NOT SEND 7DR

Transmit Start/Stop UxByNzDaCbS 0: SEND

1: NOT SEND

Option (Code 128) UxB7NzDaE 0: NOT SEND

1: SEND THROUGH

2: SEND TRANSLATED

Transmit Leading Character

Host Interface UH 0: RS-232C

Baud Rate UH0F 0: 1,200

UxByNzDaCbSck 0: NONE

2,“N“: C = 0-9 (30h-39h) & Upper Character

1: 2,400

3: 9,600

4: 19,200

Tab. 10-3: Command language for CLP bar code readers

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Parameter Character Value

Data/Parity/Stop Bits

Terminator UH0T 0: NONE

Cs Control UH0H 0: NO CONTROL

UH0P 0: 7O1

1: 7O2 2: 7E1 3: 7E2

4: 8N1

5: 8N2 6: 8O1 7: 8O2 8: 8E1 9: 8E2 10: 7N1 11: 7N2

1: <SX>/<EX> 2: /<CR><LF> 3: /<CR> 4: <SX>/<EX><CR> 5: <EX>/<CR>

1: CONTROL

CLP 100 Bar Code Reader

Error String UH0R 0: NOT SEND

1: BR 2: ? 3: <CAN> 4: ERROR

Result Output Time UE 00: HOLD

1-99: 10-990 ms

10: 100 ms One Shot

Result Function UJ 0: DISABLED

1: GOOD READ 2: NO READ

Result Output Timing

Memory M 0: DEFAULT

Multiple Reads X 1-10: 1-10 Times

End Of Reading Interval

Debouncing Sensor UY 0: 1 ms

Codabar Start/Stop Character

UF 0: AFTER READ

1: AFTER SENSOR OFF

1: RECALL N. V. MEMORY 2: WRITE N. V. MEMORY

2: 2 Times

Y 0: GENERATED BY TRIGGER

Y1,nn: 01-99 BY TIMER

1: 5 ms

2: 10 ms

US 0: LOWER CASE

1: UPPER CASE

Separator UT 0: NONE

1: & 2: 3: FS 4: GS 5: SP

Tab. 10-3: Command language for CLP bar code readers

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Parameter Character Value

LED Control UI 0: CCD ON (Red) & READING GATES ON (Green)

1: NO READ (Red) & GOOD READ (Green)

Minimum Time Between Labels

Code Comparison UN 0: NO

Sensor Input A 0: LEVEL 0,mm: EDGE mm s (mm = 1-60 ms)

Operation Mode UC 0: READING MODE

Result Output On Code Comparison

Teach In Code Comparison

Read Out W

UQ 0: ACTIVE HIGH ON READ & MATCH

UR 0: NO

0: NOT READ

1: YES

1: OFF

1: DIAGNOSIS MODE

2: ONLINE TESTING MODE

3: ADJUSTMENT MODE

1: ACTIVE HIGH ON READ & NO MATCH

1: YES

nn: 01-99 = Prohibition Time 10-990 ms

0: VERSION INFORMATION

4: BAUD RATE/FRAME (1 STOP)

5: BAUD RATE/FRAME (2 STOP)

Tab. 10-3: Command language for CLP bar code readers

Selection of a bar code (example):

2/5 ITF 6-digit without check digit <STX>U0B3N6D0C0<CR>

Australia

Phone +61 3 9497 4100

(0 08) 33 48 02–toll free

Fax +61 3 9497 1187

Japan

Phone +81 3 3358 1341 Fax +81 3 3358 0586

Austria

Phone +43 22 36/62 28 8-0 Fax +43 22 36/62 28 85

Belgium/Luxembourg

Phone +32 24 66 55 66 Fax +32 24 63 31 04

Brazil

Phone +55 11 5561 2683 Fax +55 11 5535 4153

China

Phone +85 2 2763 6966 Fax +85 2 2763 6311

Czech Republic

Phone +42 02-579 11 850

+42 02-578 10 561

Fax +42 02-578 10 559

Denmark

Phone +45 45 82 64 00 Fax +45 45 82 64 01

Finland

Phone +358 9-728 85 00 Fax +358 9-72 88 50 55

France

Phone +33 1 64 62 35 00 Fax +33 1 64 62 35 77

Korea

Phone +82 2 786 6321/4 Fax +82 2 786 6325

Netherlands

Phone +31 30 229 25 44 Fax +31 30 229 39 94

Norway

Phone +47 67 56 7500 Fax +47 67 56 6100

Poland

Phone +48 22 837 40 50 Fax +48 22 837 43 88

Singapore

Phone +65 67 44 37 32 Fax +65 68 41 77 47

Spain

Phone +34 93 4 80 31 00 Fax +34 93 4 73 44 69

Sweden

Phone +46 8-680 64 50 Fax +46 8-710 18 75

Switzerland

Phone +41 41 61 92 93 9 Fax +41 41 61 92 92 1

Germany

Phone (+49 2 11) 53 01-0 Fax (+49 2 11) 53 01-1 00

Great Britain

Phone +44 17 27-83 11 21 Fax +44 17 27-85 67 67

Italy

Phone +39 02-92 14 20 62 Fax +39 02-92 14 20 67

Taiwan

Phone +886 2 2365-6292 Fax +886 2 2368-7397

USA/Canada/Mexico

Phone +1(781) 302-2500 Fax +1(781) 828-3150

Representatives and agencies in all major industrial countries.

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SICK CLP 100 Operating Instructions Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Notes on this document

1.1 Function

1.2 Target audience

1.3 Information content

1.4 Symbols used

Safety information

2.1 Authorized users

2.2 Intended use

2.3 General safety instructions

2.4 Quick- Stop and Quick-Restart

2.4.1 Switching off the CLP 100

2.4.2 Switching on the CLP 100 again

Product description

2.5 Environmental information

2.5.1 Disposal after final removal from service

3.1 Design

3.1.1 Scope of delivery

3.1.2 Variants

3.1.3 System requirements

3.1.4 Design

3.2 Working method of the device

3.3 Display and operating elements

Installation

4.1 Installation sequence

4.2 Preparations for installation

4.2.1 Laying out the components to be installed ready

4.2.2 Laying out the required tools ready

4.2.3 Selecting the installation site

4.3 Installation and adjustment of the device

4.3.1 Installing the CLP 100

4.3.2 Adjusting the CLP 100

4.4 Installing the reading-pulse sensor

Electrical installation

4.5 Disassembling the device

5.1 Electrical connections

5.3 Planning the electrical installation

5.3.1 Requirements for the host interface

5.3.2 Supply voltage

5.4 Carry out the electrical installation

5.4.1 Installation steps

5.4.2 Connecting the supply voltage

5.4.3 Wiring the host interface (Connecting the PC)

5.4.4 Wiring the terminal interface

5.4.5 Wiring the "Sensor" switching input

Operation

5.4.6 Wiring the "Result" switching output

6.1 Startup steps

6.2 Default setting

6.3 Quick-Start

6.4 Operating modes and output of the read result

6.5 Parameterization

6.5.1 Transferring the parameter set between the CLP Setup and CLP 100

6.5.2 Parameterize the CLP 100 with command strings

6.5.3 Selecting reading mode

6.5.4 Adjusting the reading pulse

6.5.5 Triggering the reading pulse

6.5.6 Setting the structure of the read result

6.5.7 Setting the matchcode function

6.5.8 Setting the diagnosis mode

Maintenance

6.6 Switching off the CLP 100

7.1 Maintenance during operation

7.2 Maintenance

7.3 Disposal

Troubleshooting

8.1 Possible errors and faults

8.1.1 Installation faults

8.1.2 Faults during the electrical installation

8.1.3 Parameterization errors

8.1.4 Faults during operation

8.2 Troubleshooting table

8.3 SICK support

Technical data

9.1 Data sheet CLP 100

9.2 Dimensional drawings

Appendix