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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

LMS5xx

LASER MEASUREMENT SENSORS

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LMS5xx Laser Measurement Sensors

Described product

LMS5xx

Manufacturer

SICK AG Erwin-Sick-Str. 1 79183 Waldkirch Germany

This work is protected by copyright. Any rights derived from the copyright shall be reserved for SICK AG. Reproduction of this document or parts of this document is only permissible within the limits of the legal determination of Copyright Law. Any modification, expurgation or translation of this document is prohibited without the express written permission of SICK AG.

Original document

This document is an original document of SICK AG.

The LMS5xx laser measurement sensors are certified according to IEC 61010-1:2010-06. Only vaild when marked on the type plate.

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1 About this document .......................................................................................................5

1.1 Information regarding the operating instructions ..................................................... 5

1.2 Scope ........................................................................................................................... 5

1.3 Depth of information ................................................................................................... 6

1.4 Explanation of symbols ............................................................................................... 7

1.5 Further information ..................................................................................................... 8

1.6 Customer service ........................................................................................................ 8

2 For your safety .................................................................................................................9

2.1 Correct use .................................................................................................................. 9

2.2 Incorrect use ................................................................................................................ 9

2.3 IP technology ...............................................................................................................9

2.4 Limitation of liability .................................................................................................... 9

2.5 Modifications and conversions ................................................................................10

2.6 Requirements for skilled persons and operating personnel ..................................10

2.7 General safety notes and protective measures ......................................................11

2.8 Hazard warnings and operational safety .................................................................12

2.9 Quick stop and restart ..............................................................................................14

2.10 Environmental protection .........................................................................................14

2.11 Repair .........................................................................................................................15

3 Product description ...................................................................................................... 17

3.1 Delivery ......................................................................................................................17

3.2 Device variants .......................................................................................................... 18

3.3 Type code ...................................................................................................................20

3.4 Special features of the LMS5xx ............................................................................... 21

3.5 Differences between the LMS5xx Lite, PRO and Heavy Duty versions .................22

3.6 Controls and status indicators .................................................................................23

3.7 Operating principle of the LMS5xx ...........................................................................24

3.8 Applications ............................................................................................................... 31

3.9 Measurement of objects ...........................................................................................32

3.10 Field application ........................................................................................................39

3.11 Inputs and outputs .................................................................................................... 44

3.12 Data interfaces ..........................................................................................................47

3.13 Data communication using telegrams .....................................................................48

3.14 Planning .....................................................................................................................49

4 Transport and storage ................................................................................................. 51

4.1 Transport ....................................................................................................................51

4.2 Transport inspection .................................................................................................51

4.3 Storage .......................................................................................................................51

5 Mounting ........................................................................................................................ 53

5.1 Overview of the mounting steps ...............................................................................53

5.2 Preparations for mounting ........................................................................................ 53

5.3 Dismanteling the system ..........................................................................................62

6 Electrical installation ................................................................................................... 63

6.1 Overview of the installation steps ............................................................................63

6.2 Conditions for safe operation of the LMS5xx in an installation ............................. 63

6.3 Connections of the LMS5xx ......................................................................................67

6.4 Preparing the electrical installation .........................................................................74

6.5 Perform electrical installation on the LMS5xx ........................................................76

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7 Commissioning and configuration ............................................................................ 85

7.1 Overview of the commissioning steps ..................................................................... 85

7.2 SOPAS ET configuration software ............................................................................ 85

7.3 Establish communication with the LMS5xx ............................................................ 86

7.4 Initial commissioning ................................................................................................ 88

7.5 Connection and test measurement ......................................................................... 90

8 Maintenance ................................................................................................................. 91

8.1 Maintenance during operation ................................................................................ 91

8.2 Exchanging an LMS5xx ............................................................................................. 91

8.3 Decommissioning ..................................................................................................... 95

9 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................ 97

9.1 In the event of faults or errors ................................................................................. 97

9.2 Error displays of the indicator lights ........................................................................ 97

9.3 Indications of the 7-segment display ...................................................................... 98

9.4 Detailed error analysis ............................................................................................. 98

9.5 SICK Support ............................................................................................................. 99

10 Technical specifications ............................................................................................101

10.1 Data sheet LMS5xx laser measurement sensor ..................................................101

10.2 Operating range diagrams .....................................................................................106

10.3 Dimensional drawings ............................................................................................ 107

11 Annex ...........................................................................................................................115

11.1 Ordering information .............................................................................................. 115

11.2 EU declaration of conformity .................................................................................. 115

11.3 Glossary ...................................................................................................................115

11.4 Abbreviations ..........................................................................................................116

11.5 List of Figures ..........................................................................................................117

11.6 List of Tables ........................................................................................................... 119

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About this document

1 About this document

1.1 Information regarding the operating instructions

These operating instructions provide important information on how to handle laser measurement sensors from SICK AG.

Prerequisites for working safely are:

 Adherence to all the specified safety instructions and guidelines.  Complying with any local work safety regulations and general safety specifications

applicable to the use of the laser measurement sensors

These operating instructions are intended for specialists and electricians.

Important Read these instructions carefully before starting any work on the device to familiarize

yourself with the LMS5xx laser measurement sensor and its functions.

The operating instructions are considered a part of the device and must be kept in an accessible location in the immediate vicinity of the device at all times, optimally in printed format. Should the device be passed on to a third party, these operating instructions should be handed over with it.

These operating instructions do not provide information on operating the machine in which the laser measurement sensor is integrated. For information about this, refer to the operating instructions of the respective machine.

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1.2 Scope

These operating instructions are designed to address the technical personnel in regards to safe mounting, electrical installation, commissioning and configuration and maintenance of the following laser measurement sensor variants. A step-by-setp approach is taken for all tasks.

1.2.1 LMS5xx variants

These operating instructions apply to the following variants:

LMS5xx variant Resolution

LMS500-20000 PRO Indoor High Resolution (HR) LMS500-21000 Lite Indoor High Resolution (HR) LMS511-10100 PRO Outdoor Standard Resolution (SR) LMS511-11100 Lite Outdoor Standard Resolution (SR) LMS511-12100 Heavy Duty Outdoor Standard Resolution (SR) LMS511-20100 PRO Outdoor High Resolution (HR) LMS511-21100 Lite Outdoor High Resolution (HR) LMS511-22100 Heavy Duty Outdoor High Resolution (HR) LMS531-10100 PRO Security Outdoor Standard Resolution (SR) LMS531-11100 Lite Security Outdoor Standard Resolution (SR) LMS581-10100 PRO Outdoor Standard Resolution (SR) LMS581-20100 PRO Outdoor High Resolution (HR)

Tab. 1: Variants of the LMS5xx laser measurement sensor

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Simplified device designation in the document

Below, the LMS5xx laser measurement sensor is referred to in simplified form as "LMS5xx". The exceptions are where distinction between device variants is required because of the technical features or functions are different. In this case either the designation of the variant line (e.g. LMS500 Lite Outdoor) or the complete type designation according to the type code (e.g LMS500-20000) is used.

1.2.2 Software versions

Software/Tool Function State

LMS5xx-xxxxx Firmware From V 1.50.9 Device description

LMS5xx-xxxxx

SOPAS ET Configuration software From V 02.32

Tab. 2: Software versions

Device specific software module for SOPAS ET (device description: *.sdd file)

From V 01.00.00

Access to the LMS5xx via the SOPAS ET configuration software is password protected. For details see section “Interactive configuration using SOPAS ET” on page 88.

1.3 Depth of information

These operating instructions contain the following information on the LMS5xx:

 Product description  Transport and storage  Mounting  Electrical installation  Commissioning and configuration  Maintenance  Troubleshooting  Technical data

In addition, an online help is available in the SOPAS ET configuration software supplied; this help provides information on the usage of the software user interface, as well as on the configuration of the LMS5xx.

You will find a detailed description of the different telegrams for the LMS5xx in the document “Telegram Listing Laser Measurement Sensor”, part no.: 8014631, English version.

You will find general information about the laser-guided object monitoring in the "Laser detectors" project planning manual, part no.: 8017354, English version.

You will find further information on the LMS5xx, its accessories as well as documents on the online product page. Please see section 1.5 “Further information” on page 8.

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1.4 Explanation of symbols

Warnings in these operating instructions are indicated by symbols. The warnings are introducedby signal words that indicate the extent of the danger.

 These warnings must be observed at all times and care must be taken to avoid

accidents, personal injury, and material damage.

... indicates a situation of imminent danger, which will lead to a fatality or serious injuries if not prevented.

… indicates a potentially dangerous situation, which may lead to a fatality or serious injuries if not prevented.

.… indicates a potentially dangerous situation, which may lead to minor/slight injuries if not prevented.

… indicates a potentially harmful situation, which may lead to material damage if not prevented.

Important … highlights useful tips and recommendations as well as information for efficient and

trouble-free operation.

Recommendation Recommendations are designed to give you assistance in the decision-making process with

respect to a certain function or a technical measure.

Important Sections marked “Important” provide information about special features of the device.

Explanation Explanations provide background knowledge on technical relationships.

ENU COMMAND This typeface indicates a term in the SOPAS ET user interface.

Terminal output This typeface indicates messages that the LMS5xx outputs via its interfaces.

 Take action … Here you must do something. This symbol indicates an instruction to perform an action that

contains only one action or actions in warnings where a specific sequence does not need to be followed. Instructions to perform actions that contain several steps in sequence are numbered.

This symbol refers to additionally available documentation.

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Software notes show where you can make the appropriate settings and adjustments in the SOPAS ET configuration software.

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1.5 Further information

Important All the documentation available can be found on the online product page at:

 http://www.sick.com/lms5xx

The following information is available for download there:  Model-specific online data sheets for device variants, containing technical data,

dimensional drawings, and working range diagrams

 EU declaration of conformity for LMS5xx product family  Dimensional drawings and 3D CAD dimension models in various electronic formats  Working range diagrams  These “LMS5xx laser measurement sensors“ operating instructions. In English (part no.

8013796) and German (part no. 8013795), and other languages (if applicable)

 “Laser Measurement Sensor” telegram listing, from version 2012-05-08, in English

(part no. 8014631)

 "LMS5xx Laser Measurement Technology" product information in English (part no.

8013793) and German (part no. 8013792), and other languages (if applicable)

 Publications dealing with accessories

1.6 Customer service

Do not hesitate to contact our customer service should you require any technical information. Please refer to the back page of these operating instructions for your agent's contact details.

Important Before calling, make a note of all type label data such as type code, serial number, etc. to

ensure faster processing.

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2 For your safety

Important The LMS5xx is only allowed to be operated in the ambient temperature range allowed (see

For your safety

This chapter deals with your own safety and the safety of the equipment operators.  Please read this chapter carefully before working with the LMS5xx.

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2.1 Correct use

The LMS5xx is a non-contact optical distance measurement sensor for stand-alone or network operation, based on a 2D laser scanner. It is suitable for applications in which precise, electro-sensitive measurements of contours and surroundings are required. It is also possible to create systems, for instance, for collision protection, for building surveillance or for access monitoring

It must be initialized only by qualified personnel and only in industrial environments.

section 10.1 “Data sheet LMS5xx laser measurement sensor” on page 101).

2.2 Incorrect use

 The LMS5xx does not constitute a safety component according to the EC Machinery

Directive (2006/42/EC).

 The LMS5xx is not a device for the protection of people in the context of the related

safety standards for machinery.

 The LMS5xx must not be used in explosion hazard areas.  Any other use that is not described as correct use is prohibited.  The use of accessories not specifically approved by SICK is at own risk.

2.3 IP technology

SICK uses standard IP technology in its products. The emphasis is placed on availability of products and services.

SICK always assumes the following prerequisites:  The customer will ensured the integrity and confidentiality of the data and rights

affected by the use of the aforementioned products.

 In all cases, appropriate security measures, such as network separation, firewalls, virus

protection, and patch management, is be taken by the customer on the basis of the situation in question.

2.4 Limitation of liability

Applicable standards and regulations, the latest state of technological development and many years of knowledge and experience have all been taken into account when assembling the data and information contained in these operating instructions. The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage caused by:

 Failing to observe the operating instructions  Incorrect use of the device

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 Use by untrained personnel  Unauthorized conversions  Technical modifications  Use of unauthorized spare parts, consumables and accessories

With special variants, where optional extras have been ordered, or owing to the latest technical changes, the actual scope of delivery may vary from the features and illustrations shown here.

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2.5 Modifications and conversions

Modifications and conversions to the LMS5xx and/or the installation may result in unforeseeable dangers.

In case of any other usage as well as in case of modifications to the LMS5xx, e.g. due to opening the housing and/or breaking the seals during mounting and electrical installation, or to the SICK software, any claims against SICK AG under the warranty will be rendered void.

Before any technical modifications to and expansions of the LMS5xx, the prior written approval of the manufacturer must be obtained.

2.6 Requirements for skilled persons and operating personnel

Risk of injury due to insufficient training!

Improper handling may result in considerable personal injury and material damage.  All work must only ever be carried out by the stipulated persons.

These operating instructions list the training requirements for the various fields of activity, as follows:

 Instructed personnel have been given a briefing by the operator about the tasks

assigned to them and about potential dangers arising from improper action.

 Skilled personnel have the specialist training, skills, and experience, as well as

knowledge of the relevant regulations, to be able to perform tasks delegated to them and to detect any potential dangers independently.

 Electricians have the specialist training, skills, and experience, as well as knowledge of

the relevant standards and provisions to be able to carry out work on electrical systems and to detect any potential dangers independently. In Germany, electricians must meet the specifications of the BGV A3 Work Safety Regulations (e. g. Master Electrician). Other relevant regulations applicable in other countries must be observed.

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The following qualifications are necessary for the various tasks:

Activities Qualification

Mounting and maintenance  Basic technical training

 Knowledge of the current safety regulations in the

workplace

Electrical installation and replacement

Commissioning, operation and configuration

Operation of devices in the related application

Tab. 3: Authorized personnel

 Practical electrical training  Knowledge of current electrical safety regulations  Basic knowledge of the Windows operating system  Basic knowledge of data transmission  Knowledge on the use and operation of devices in the

related application (e.g. crane, assembly system)

 Knowledge on the software and hardware environment in

the related application (e.g. crane, assembly system)

2.7 General safety notes and protective measures

Please observe the safety notes and the warnings listed here and in other chapters of these operating instructions to reduce the possibility of risks to health and avoid dangerous situations.

Safety notes

Please observe the following items in order to ensure the correct and safe use of the LMS5xx.

 The notices in these operating instructions (e.g. on use, mounting, installation or

integration into the existing machine controller) must be observed.

 When operating the LMS5xx, the national, local and statutory rules and regulations

must be observed.

 National/international rules and regulations apply to the installation, commissioning,

use and periodic technical inspections of the laser measurement sensor, in particular: – the work safety regulations/safety rules – other relevant health and safety regulations

 Manufacturers and operators of the machine/system on which the LMS5xx is installed

are responsible for obtaining and observing all applicable safety regulations and rules.

 The tests must be carried out by specialist personnel or specially qualified and author-

ized personnel and must be recorded and documented to ensure that the tests can be reconstructed and retraced at any time.

 The operating instructions must be made available to the operator of the system where

the LMS5xx is fitted. The operator of the system is to be instructed in the use of the device by specialist personnel and must be instructed to read the operating instructions.

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2.8 Hazard warnings and operational safety

2.8.1 Laser radiation

WARNUNG WARNING AVERTISSEMENT

Laserstrahlung! Laser radiation! Rayonnement laser ! LASER PRODUKT

KLASSE 1

Wellenlänge: 905 nm (unsichtbares Infrarotlicht) EN/IEC 60825-1:2014 Identische Laserklasse für Ausgabe EN/IEC 60825-1:2007

LMS5xx-1xxxx/LMS25x-1xxxx: Impulsleistung: 55,6 W Impulsdauer: 3,6 ns

LMS5xx-2xxxx: Impulsleistung: 29,6 W Impulsdauer: 2,9 ns

21 CFR 1040.10 und 1040.11 wird erfüllt, mit Ausnahme der Abweichungen nach Laser Notice 50 vom Juni 2007.

Die im normalen Betrieb austretende Strahlung ist ungefährlich für die Augen und die menschliche Haut.

VORSICHT – Bestimmungsfremder Einsatz kann zu gefährlichen Strahlungsexpositionen führen.

Laserwarnschild

Der LMS5xx hat kein Laserwarnschild am Gehäuse.

Um die Einhaltung der Laserklasse 1 zu gewährleisten, ist keine Wartung notwendig

 Gehäuse nicht öffnen

(durch das Öffnen wird der Laser nicht abgeschaltet).

 Beachten Sie die Laser-

schutzbestimmungen gemäß EN/IEC 60825-1:2014.

Laseraustrittsöffnung

Die Laseraustrittsöffnung ist die Frontscheibe am LMS5xx. Siehe Fig. 1 on page 13

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

Wavelength: 905 nm (invisible infrared light) EN/IEC 60825-1:2014 Identical laser class for issue EN/IEC 60825-1:2007

LMS5xx-1xxxx/LMS25x-1xxxx: Puls output: 55.6 W Puls duration: 3.6 ns

LMS5xx-2xxxx: Puls output 29.6 W Puls output: 2.9 ns

Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and CFR1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50, June 2007.

The radiation emitted in normal operation is not harmful to the eyes and human skin.

CAUTION – the use of controls, or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Laser warning sign

The LMS5xx has no laser warning sign on the housing.

No maintenance is necessary to ensure compliance with laser class 1.

 Do not open the housing

(opening the housing will not switch off the laser).

 Pay attention to the laser

safety regulations as per EN/IEC 60825-1:2014.

Laser output aperture

The laser output aperture is the front screen on the LMS5xx. See Fig. 1 on page 13

APPAREIL À LASER DE CLASSE 1

Longueur d‘onde: 905 nm (lumière infrarouge invisibles) EN/IEC 60825-1:2014 Même classe laser pour l’édition EN/CEI 60825-1:2007

LMS5xx-1xxxx/LMS25x-1xxxx: Puissance d‘impulse: 55,6 W Durée d‘impulse: 3,6 ns

LMS5xx-2xxxx: Puissance d‘impulse: 29,6 W Durée d‘impulse: 2,9 ns

Soit 21 CFR 1040.10 et

1040.11 à l’exception de différences sur les indications du Laser N° 50, juin 2007.

Le rayonnement émis en fonctionnement normal n‘est pas dangereux pour les yeux et la peau humaine.

PRUDENCE – tout usage de commandes, réglages ou toute application de procédures autres que ceux décrits dans ce document peut entraîner une exposition dangereuse au rayonnement.

Avertissement laser

Le LMS5xx n‘a pas un avertissement laser au boîtier.

Aucune maintenance n'est nécessaire pour assurer la conformité avec la classe laser 1.

 Ne pas ouvrir le boîtier.

(La diode laser n'est pas désactivée en cas d'ouverture du boîtier).

 Se conformer aux dernières

consignes de protection en date contre le rayonnement laser EN/IEC 60825-1:2014.

Orifice de sortie

L'orifice de sortie du faisceau laser correspond à la vitre dans son ensemble. Voir Fig. 1 on page 13

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Fig. 1: Laser output aperture on the LMS5xx, here on LMS500

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The LMS5xx operates with a infrared-light laser diode. The laser beam cannot be seen with the human eye.

2.8.2 Electrical installation work

 Only authorized, specialist personnel are allowed to perform electrical installation work.  The power supply must be disconnected when attaching and detaching electrical

connections.

 Select and implement wire cross-sections and their correct fuse protection in

accordance with the applicable standards.

 Do not open the housing.  Observe the current safety regulations when working on electrical systems.

2.8.3 Damaging potential equalization currents due to different ground potentials

For electrical safety, the LMS5xx has been designed and checked according to IEC 61010-1:2010-06.

The LMS5xx is connected to the peripheral devices (power supply, encoder, PLC/host, if applicable other LMS5xx, etc.) by using shielded cables. The shield of each cable is connected to the metal housing of the LMS5xx via the system connector.

If the peripheral devices have metal housings and if the cable shield also is connected to their housings, it is assumed that all devices involved in the installation have the same ground potential.

This is achieved for instance by fulfilling the following conditions:

 mounting the devices on conductive metal surfaces  correctly grounding the devices/metal surfaces in the system  a low-impedance and stable current carrying equipotential bonding between areas with

different ground potentials, if necessary

If these conditions are not met, e.g. on devices in a widely distributed system over several buildings, potential equalization currents may, due to different ground potentials, flow along the cable shields between the devices and may cause danger.

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Risk of injury/risk of damage via electrical current!

Potential equalization currents between the LMS5xx and the peripheral devices can have the following effects:

 Dangerous voltages on the metal housing, e.g. of the LMS5xx  Incorrect function or irreparable damage to the devices  Damage/irreparable damage of the cable shield due to heating and cable fires

 Where local conditions are unfavorable and thus do not meet conditions for a safe

earthing method (same ground potential at all grounding points), take measures according to chapter 6.2 “Conditions for safe operation of the LMS5xx in an

installation” on page 63.

2.9 Quick stop and restart

2.9.1 Switching off the LMS5xx

LMS500:

 Switch off the voltage supply (power supply).

LMS511/ LMS531/LMS581:

 Switch off the voltage supply (power supply) or disconnect the M12 supply cable on the

device.

The LMS5xx retains configurations parameters stored in the internal, non-volatile memory. Measured values on the data interface are lost.

2.9.2 Switching back on the LMS5xx

LMS500:

 Switch on the voltage supply (power supply).

LMS511/LMS531/LMS581:

 Switch on the voltage supply (power supply) or re-connect the M12 supply cable on the

device.

The LMS5xx re-commences operation with the parameters last saved.

2.10 Environmental protection

The LMS5xx has been designed to minimize environmental impact. It uses only a minimum of power.

2.10.1 Power consumption

LMS5xx variant Max. power consumption during operation

LMS500 Sensor: Max. 25 W (without load on the outputs) LMS511/LMS531/LMS581 Sensor: Max. 25 W (without load on the outputs)

Heating: Additionally max. 65 W

Tab. 4: LMS5xx variants: Maximum of power consumption

While working, always act in an environmentally responsible manner.

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2.11 Repair

Repairs to the LMS5xx are only allowed to be undertaken by trained and authorized service personnel from SICK AG. Any manipulation or modification of the LMS5xx by the customer will invalidate the manufacturer warranty.

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Product description

3 Product description

This chapter provides information on the special features and properties of the LMS5xx laser measurement sensor. It describes the construction and the operating principle of the device, in particular the different operating modes.

Please read this chapter before mounting, installing and commissioning the device.

3.1 Delivery

The LMS5xx delivery includes the following components:

Quantity Components Comment

1 An LMS5xx laser measurement sensor Model type depends on order.

1 Type-specific notes on device with

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Outdoor variants: M12-round plug-in connectors equipped with protection caps and plugs made of plastic.

Included in the LMS5xx packaging

electrical circuit diagram for getting started

Tab. 5: Delivery

An overview about the available LMS5xx variants, its accessories and, device documentation is available from the web product page:

 http://www.sick.com/lms5xx

The configuration software SOPAS ET, the current system prerequisites for the PC, and the instructions for downloading the software and the device description file(s) can be found online at:

 http://www.sick.com/SOPAS_ET

The required USB driver for the PC when using the USB interface of the LMS5xx can be found online at:

 http://www.sick.com/lms5xx

Section 11.1 “Ordering information” on page 115 provides an overview of the

consumables available for cleaning the front screen.

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Cable gland

"Ethernet" connection

Viewing window

System connector (removable) with terminal blocks and cloning parameter memory (for replacement with automatical configuration of the replacement device)

Indicators

"USB" connection

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3.2 Device variants

Type Purpose of use Range Heating Enclosure rating

LMS500-2x000 Lite/PRO Indoor Max. 80 m

26 m at 10%

LMS511-1x100 Lite/PRO/ Heavy Duty

LMS511-2x100 Lite/PRO/ Heavy Duty

Outdoor Max. 80 m

40 m at 10%

Outdoor Max. 80 m

26 m at 10%

LMS531-11100 Lite/PRO Security Max. 80 m

40 m at 10%

LMS581-10100 PRO Outdoor Max. 80 m

40 m at 10%

LMS581-20100 PRO Outdoor Max. 80 m

26 m at 10%

Tab. 6: Device variants

1) Object remission

2) Under the following conditions: the SICK cables plugged into the M12 round plug-in connections must be screwed tight. Any electrical connections that are not being used must be fitted with protective caps or plugs that are screwed tight (as in the delivery condition screwed tight

). The M8 connection of the USB interface on the front is

No IP 65

Yes IP 67

Fig. 2: View of the LMS500 Indoor

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"Ethernet" connection

Viewing window

Indicators

"USB" connection

"Power" connection

"Data"

connection

"I/O"

connection

1) LMS531 Security: "Inputs" connection

2) LMS531 Security: "Alarm" connection

System connector with cloning parameter memory. Removable only from LMS511 Heavy Duty (for replacement with automatical configuration of the replacement device).

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Fig. 3: View of the LMS511/581/531 Outdoor

The LMS5xx comprises three components:

 Sensor head with the opto-electronic acquisition system (housing)  Application module, this defines the functionality of the LMS5xx  System connector with the cloning parameter memory and electrical connections.

The system connector is only removable from LMS500 Lite/PRO Indoor and LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor. Due to the cloning parameter memory that is included, the existing configuration may be transferred to the relevant replacement device automatically on start-up if, for example, a sensor defect occurs.

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3.3 Type code

3.3.1 Marking scheme of standard variants

LMS a b c - d e f gg

Placeholder Characteristics Variant a Device family 5: LMS5xx b Design 0: Indoor housing without heating, IP 65

1: Outdoor housing with heating, IP 67 2: Security indoor housing without heating, IP 65 3: Security outdoor housing with heating, IP 67 7: Indoor housing without heating, IP 65, special 8: Outdoor housing with heating, IP 67, special

c Color 0: blue

1: gray 2: black 3: white

d Performance 1: Standard resolution

2: High resolution

e Variant 0: PRO

1: Lite 2: Heavy Duty

f Connectivity 0: Cable gland / 1x M12

1: M12 Standard 2: M12 CAN

gg Application 00: Standard

51: Special 90: Bulkscan software

Tab. 7: Type code of LMS5xx

Not all possible combinations are available according to the type code.

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3.4 Special features of the LMS5xx

Variant Special features

All  Field of view maximum 190°

 Angular resolution

Lite: 0.25/0.5/1° PRO/Heavy Duty: 0.1667/0.25/0.3333/0.5/0.6667/1°

 Scanning frequency

Lite: 25/35/50/75 Hz PRO: 25/35/50/75/100 Hz

 Flexible system configurations  Configuration and measured data request using SICK command language (CoLa)  Digital switching inputs

Lite: 2 inputs PRO/Heavy Duty: 4 inputs

 Digital switching outputs

Lite: 3 outputs PRO/Heavy Duty: 6 outputs

 Data interfaces

Lite: Ethernet, RS232/-422, USB PRO: Ethernet, RS232/-422, USB, CAN PRO/Heavy Duty: Ethernet, RS232/-422, USB, CAN für Erweiterungsmodul

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Measured value output (raw data)

 Non-contact, active distance measurement technique  Measurement of objects with almost any shape  Measured value output for all reflection pulses (echoes), e.g. in rain or on measurement through a window

Integrated field application

 Configurable evaluation fields

Lite: 4 fields PRO: 10 fields Heavy Duty: 10 fields

 Monitoring of the evaluation field contours  Activation of the evaluation fields using digital switching inputs  Encoder inputs (PRO and Heavy Duty version only)  Output of the evaluation field (unoccupied or infringed) via digital switching outputs or telegrams

LMS500-2x000 Lite/PRO

LMS511-1x100, LMS581-10100

LMS511-2x100, LMS581-20100

LMS531-11100 Lite

LMS531-10100 PRO

Tab. 8: Special features of the LMS5xx variants

 Scanning range up to 80 m with > 100% object remission (26 m with 10% object remission)  Housing with enclose rating IP 65  Scanning range up to 80 m with > 100% object remission (26 m with 10% object remission)  Outdoor housing with enclose ratingIP 67  Scanning range up to 80 m with > 100% object remission (40 m with 10% object remission)  Outdoor housing with enclose rating IP 67  Scanning range up to 80 m with > 100% object remission (40 m with 10% object remission)  Outdoor housing with enclose rating IP 67  2 potential-free relay outputs  2 digital switching inputs, 1 switching output  4 potential-free relay outputs  4 digital switching inputs

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3.5 Differences between the LMS5xx Lite, PRO and Heavy Duty

versions

The LMS5xx variants are available in the following LMS5xx versions:

Device line Lite PRO Heavy Duty

LMS500 LMS511 ●●● LMS531 ●● LMS581 ●

Tab. 9: Versions of the LMS5xx

The following table shows the main differences:

Funktion Lite PRO Heavy Duty

Scanning frequency/ angular resolution

Special function 75 Hz/0,5°

Scanning range 80 m 65 m/80 m, depending

Echoes 2

Switching outputs366 Switching inputs 2 (no encoder) 2 + 2 = 4 (multiple

Evaluation fields 4 parallel 10 parallel 10 parallel CAN bus No Yes Yes Connection material Brass, nickel-plated Brass, nickel-plated Stainless steel Operating ambient

temperature Parameter cloning Only possible with

Tab. 10: Differences between LMS5xx Lite-, PRO and Heavy-Duty

●●

25 Hz/0,25° 35 Hz/0,5° 50 Hz/0,5° 75 Hz/1°

with an opening angle of 90°, scanning range 65 m (compability with LMS2xxLS14)

LastEcho = 2. Echo

–30 °C ... +50 °C –30 °C ... +50 °C –40 °C ... +60 °C

indoor variant

25 Hz to 100 Hz, angular resolution can be selected freely. See also

Tab. 13 on page 32

––

on pulse frequency. From a scanning range > 65 m the LMS5xx outputs the data in step size of 2 mm

5 LastEcho = 5. Echo

purposes)

Only possible with indoor variant

25 Hz to 100 Hz, angular resolution can be selected freely. See also

Tab. 13 on page 32

65 m/80 m, depending on pulse frequency. From a scanning range > 65 m the LMS5xx outputs the data in step size of 2 mm

5 LastEcho = 5. Echo

2 + 2 = 4 (multiple purposes)

Only possible with outdoor variant

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3.6 Controls and status indicators

3.6.1 User interface

In normal operation the laser measurement sensor operates fully automatically without the intervention of an operator.

The interactive configuration is carried out using the provided SOPAS ET configuration software on a PC that must be connected to the LMS5xx.

Use the graphic scan view in SOPAS ET to verify the generated measured values and to verify the measurement area online.

Important The scan display in SOPAS ET is not performed in real-time but in a limited rate. Therefore

not all measured values are displayed.

3.6.2 Status indicators

The LEDs and the 7segment display indicate the operational status of the LMS5xx.

Fig. 4: Status indicators

Important On the LMS5xx, along with the standard displays described below, the indication functions

of the LEDs and the 7segment display can be configured in SOPAS ET.

PROJECT TREE, LMS…, PARAMETER, NETWORK/INTERFACES/IOS, DISPLAY.

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Indicator lights

Display Possible cause

Ù Ø

Ú Û

Tab. 11: Meaning of the indicator lights (LEDs)

Further information see section 9.2 “Error displays of the indicator lights” on page 97.

7segment display

Used for diagnostics on occurring errors or malfunctions (see section 9.3 “Indications of the

7-segment display” on page 98).

LMS5xx measuring and no error reported

LMS5xx either not measuring (stopped by user) or measuring with error events

Off: no contamination On: contamination warning Blinking: contamination error At least one field is infringed (see section 3.10.3 “Operator for the

evaluation cases on the output” on page 43).

Reserved

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3.7 Operating principle of the LMS5xx

The LMS5xx is a non-contact laser measurement sensor that scans the surrounding perimeter radially on a single plane using pulses of light. The LMS5xx measures in twodimensional radial coordinates. If a laser beam emitted is reflected from a target object, then the position of the object is given in the form of distance and angle. The LMS5xx cannot see through objects during this process.

Fig. 5: Measuring principle of the LMS5xx

Scanning takes place in a sector of 190°. The scanning range of the LMS5xx is maximum 80 m on light, natural surfaces with an object remission > 100% (e.g. a white house wall). See also section 10.2 “Operating range diagrams” on page 106.

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Send pulse

Receive pulse

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Distance measurement

The LMS5xx emits pulsed laser beams using a laser diode. If a laser beam is reflected on a target object the reflected beam is received at the sensor.

Fig. 6: Principle of operation for time of flight measurement

The distance to the object is calculated by the time required for the pulsed beam to be reflected and received by the sensor. This principle of “Time of flight” is used by radar systems in a similar manner (see also section 3.9.4 “Measured value output for a pulse

reflected with multiple echoes” on page 36).

Direction measurement

The emitted laser beams are deflected using an internal rotating mirror and scanning the surroundings in a circular manner. The measurements are triggered at regular steps using an angular encoder.

The LMS5xx PRO/Heavy Duty scans with an adjustable scanning frequency of 25, 35, 50, 75 or 100 Hz. During this process, a laser pulse and therefore a measurement is triggered after an angular step of 0.1667°, 0.25°, 0.33°, 0.5°, 0.6667° or 1°.

The LMS5xx Lite scans with a scanning frequency of 25, 50 or 75 Hz and angular steps of

0.25°, 0.5° or 1°.

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Influences of object surfaces on the measurement

The signal received from a perfectly diffuse reflecting white surface corresponds to the definition of a remission of 100%. As a result of this definition, the remissions for surfaces that reflect the light bundled (mirrored surfaces, reflectors), are more than 100%.

Fig. 7: Reflection of the laser beam at the surface of an object

The majority of surfaces reflect the laser beam diffusely in all directions (Fig. 7). The reflection of the laser beam will vary as a function of the surface‘s structure and colour.

Light surfaces reflect the laser beam better than dark surfaces and can be detected by the LMS5xx over larger distances. Bright white plaster reflects approx. 100% of the incident light, black foam rubber approx. 2.4 %. On very rough surfaces, part of the energy is lost due to shading. The scanning range of the LMS5xx will be reduced as a result.

Fig. 8: Reflection angle

The reflection angle is the same as the angle of incidence. If the laser beam is incident perpendicularly on a surface, the energy is optimally reflected (Fig. 9). If the beam is incident at an angle, a corresponding energy and scanning range loss occurs (Fig. 8).

Fig. 9: Degree of reflection

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If the reflected energy returned is over 100% (basis: Kodak standard) the incident beam is not reflected diffusely in all directions, but is reflected in a specific direction (Fig. 9 on

page 26). As a result a large portion of the energy emitted can be received by the laser

distance measurement device. Plastic reflectors (“cats’ eyes”), reflective tape and triple prisms have these properties.

Fig. 10: Mirror surfaces

At mirror surfaces the laser beam is almost entirely deflected (Fig. 10). Instead of the surface of the mirror, it is possible that the object on which the deflected laser

beam is incident may be detected.

Fig. 11: Object smaller than diameter of the laser beam

Objects that are smaller than the diameter of the laser beam cannot reflect all the energy of the laser light (Fig. 11). Therefore the amount of light not incident on the object is lost. If the total amount of light reflected back to the sensor is not sufficient the object may not be detected. This can reduce the scanning range of the sensor. If the multiple echo option is selected, the amount of light not reflected by the front object may be reflected by a background surface, creating therefore a second echo (see section 3.9.4 “Measured value

output for a pulse reflected with multiple echoes” on page 36).

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Scanning range LMS500-20000 (HR)/LMS511-10100 (SR) and LMS511-20100 (HR)

Target remission [%]

Target distance [m]

Optical axis

Expanding laser beam

Beam diameter at the front screen = 13 mm

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3.7.1 Scanning range of the LMS5xx

The scanning range of the LMS5xx is dependent on the remission of the objects to be detected. The better a surface reflects the incident radiation, the greater the scanning range of the LMS5xx. The diagrams in Fig. 12 indicate the relationship between remission and detectability.

Fig. 12: Scanning range of the LMS5xx as a function of the target remission

Example to Fig. 12: Up to a distance of 15 m the LMS5xx (HR) can detect objects from 3% remission. At a distance of 80 m objects are only detected if they have a remission > 95%.

Important  The diagram in Fig. 12 is only applicable if no filters are configured.

 The scanning range can be significantly reduced depending on the environment (e.g.

fog, rain, dust).

3.7.2 Beam diameter and distance between measured points

With increasing distance from the LMS5xx the laser beam of the LMS5xx increases in size. As a result the diameter of the measured point on the surface of the object increases.

The distance-dependent diameter of the measured point is the distance (mm) × 0.0046 rad (HR) or 0.011 rad (SR) + 13 mm.

Fig. 13: Beam expansion

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Scan with coarse angular resolution

Scan with fine angular resolution

Measured point

Target distance [m]

Beam diameter [mm]

1° resolution

0.6667° resolution

0.5° resolution

0.3333° resolution

0.25° resolution

0.1667° resolution

Beam diameter (HR)

Beam diameter (SR)

Beam distance, depending on resolution

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With increasing distance from the LMS5xx, the distance between the individual measured points also increases. The distance between the measured points is also dependent on the angular resolution selected. With a coarser resolution (e.g. 1°), the distance is larger, with a finer resolution (e.g. 0.1667°) the distance is smaller. The distance-dependent spacing between the measured points is the tangent of the angular resolution × distance.

Fig. 14: Schematic layout of the distance between measured points at different angular

resolutions

The diagram in Fig. 15 shows the beam diameter and the measured point spacing as a function of the distance from the LMS5xx.

Important Full scanning without gaps depends on the resolution of sensor (SR or HR) and the

selected angular resolution.

Fig. 15: Beam diameter and distance between measured points of the LMS500 at 0 to 80 m

Example for angular resolution 0.1667° (HR) in Fig. 15

Distance intersection point 30 m gives a distance between the measured points of approx.

87 mm.

Distance intersection point 30 m with the characteristic curve for beam diameter gives a beam size of approx. 150 mm (HR) or 342 mm (SR).

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Scan 2

Scan 3

Beam diameter

Distance between measured points

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3.7.3 Minimum object size

To reliably detect an object, a laser beam must be fully incident on it once. If the beam is partially incident, less energy could be reflected by the object (see Fig. 11 on page 27).

An object is only reliably fully seen if it is at least as large as the measured point spacing plus the beam diameter.

Fig. 16: Minimum object size for detection

In the example in Fig. 16, the beam is fully incident on the object at least once during each scan. It will therefore be reliably detected if it has the necessary remission.

How to calculate the minimum object size:

Beam diameter + distance between the measured points = minimum object size  For beam diameter and measured point spacing as a function of the distance from the

LMS5xx see the diagram in Fig. 15 on page 29.

Important In particular on the usage of the LMS5xx for measured value output, it is necessary for a

reliable measurement that the beam is incident on the object several times. The example shows the minimum size of an object. For a reliable measurement it is important that the beam is incident on the object several times. Therefore an object should be either larger than the minimum object size or the LMS5xx as well as the object should not move.

3.7.4 Contamination measurement

The LMS5xx has a front screen for protection. This front screen can become contaminated. The laser beam radiation emitted and received is reduced by the contamination. As a result scanned objects are perceived with a lower remission than they actually have, or no longer measured at all from a certain level of contamination. The LMS5xx is equipped with 6 dedicated contamination sensors. Depending on the contamination strategy chosen, a selected number of these sensors will be taken into account. The 6 contamination sensors are divided in 2 groups (3 + 3).

For this reason the contamination is monitored continuously by a dedicated system while the device is in operation. For different levels of contamination, first a contamination warning is output; if the screen is not cleaned and the contamination becomes worse, a contamination error is output and the LMS5xx stops taking measurements.

Depending on the application in which the LMS5xx is used, you can choose between various strategies for the contamination measurement.

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Recommendation The cleaner the application environment, the lower you can set the sensitivity for the

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PROJECT TREE, LMS…, PARAMETER, CONTAMINATION MEASUREMENT.  Inactive

No contamination measurement

 Highly available

Contamination warning and contamination error are only output on even contamination of the front screen. This means that all 6 contamination sensors must have reached the warning level or error level.

 Available

Contamination warning and contamination error are output on partial contamination of the front screen.

 Semi-sensitive

Contamination warning and contamination error are output on a smaller partial contamination of the front screen.

 Sensitive

Contamination warning and contamination error are output on a very small or localized contamination.

contamination measurement. If a high precision of the measured results is crucial, the contamination measurement must be set to the highest possible sensitivity.

Contamination warning and contamination error are indicated on the LEDs on the LMS5xx (see section 9.2 “Error displays of the indicator lights” on page 97). You can also read these states using telegrams (see telegram listing “LMS1xx/5xx and more”, part no. 8014631, English version).

A contamination error can also be signaled on a digital output if this output is configured for the status “Device Ready” or “Contamination” (see section 3.11.3 “Digital switching

outputs” on page 44).

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Important If you use the “Contour monitoring with blanking” strategy (see section “Evaluation

strategy” on page 41) in the field evaluation application, the contamination measurement

should be configured as inactive. If the contamination measurement is active, erroneous detections of contour infringements may occur.

3.8 Applications

In principle the LMS5xx can be used for two purposes:  for the measurement of objects (see section 3.9 “Measurement of objects” on

page 32)

 for the detection of objects with evaluation fields (see section 3.10 “Field application”

on page 39)

Therefore, there is a wide range of possible applications. Some of these applications are listed below:

 Container loading/handling/positioning  Traffic/transport  Robots/pick and place  Object/building protection (low false alarm rate)  Anti-collision  Navigation

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3.9 Measurement of objects

3.9.1 Basic parameters

The LMS5xx PRO/Heavy Duty scans with a scanning frequency of 25 up to 100 Hz or with an angular resolution of 0.1667° up to 1°. The LMS5xx Lite offers a reduced set of possible combinations.

At a higher scanning frequency or a finer angular resolution the LMS5xx supplies more measured values. The following tables give an overview of the possible configurations.

Scanning frequency Angular resolution Scaling factor for data

output

25 Hz 0.25° × 2 80 m 35 Hz 0.5° × 2 80 m 50 Hz 0.5° × 2 80 m 75 Hz 1° × 2 80 m 75 Hz 0.5°

Tab. 12: Possible configurations LMS5xx Lite

1) With a fixed opening angle of 90°.

Scanning frequency Angular resolution Scaling factor for data

25 Hz 0.1667° × 1 65 m 25 Hz 0.25° × 2 80 m 35 Hz 0.25° × 1 65 m 35 Hz 0.5° × 2 80 m 50 Hz 0.3333° × 1 65 m 50 Hz 0.5° × 2 80 m 75 Hz 0.5° × 1 65 m

75 Hz 1° × 2 80 m 100 Hz 0.6667° × 1 65 m 100 Hz 1° × 2 80 m

output

× 1 65 m

Max. distance

Tab. 13: Possible configurations LMS5xx PRO

PROJECT TREE, LMS…, PARAMETER, BASIC PARAMETERS, areas CURRENT CONFIGURATION and NEW

CONFIGURATION.

Important  The LMS5xx outputs the data after the start of the measurement using the same

interface over which the measured values were requested.

 It is only p oss ible to output all me asured v alues of a sc an in rea l-t ime usin g th e Ethern et

interface.

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3.9.2 Filter

The LMS5xx has digital filters for the pre-processing and optimisation of the measured distance values.

You can configure an echo filter or a particle filter for interference suppression. PROJECT TREE, LMS…, PARAMETER, FILTER.

Fog filter

The fog filter suppresses possible glare due to fog. The outdoor and security versions become less sensitive in the near range (up to approx. 7 m) with the fog filter. The fog filter is enabled on all outdoor devices. It is not possible to disable this function.

Echo filter

If echo pulses are reflected by several objects during a measurement (incident on drops of rain, glass surfaces, edges etc.) with a maximum of up to five echoes, the echo filter can be selected to give out only the first echo, all echoes or the last echo received (see

section 3.9.4 “Measured value output for a pulse reflected with multiple echoes” on page 36).

Particle filter

The particle filter can be used in dusty surroundings or in case of rain or snow to filter out interference due to particles of dust, rain drops, snow flakes etc.

Important  The particle filter is an application filter. It acts on the field application, not on the

measured value output.

 Due to the particle filter, the reaction to an object in the evaluation field or an

infringement of the contour is delayed by the time for a scan. The response time set for the pixel evaluation, blanking and contour evaluation strategies is not changed as a result.

3.9.3 Measured value output

For the measured value output, the LMS5xx supplies measured values to one of the interfaces. It is prerequisite for this data output that the LMS5xx is in the measurement mode. There are two ways you can start the measurement mode:

 Start via SOPAS ET

PROJECT TREE, LMS…, PARAMETER, BASIC PARAMETERS, area MEASUREMENT.

 Start via telegram (see telegram listing “LMS1xx/5xx and more”, part no. 8014631)

Recommendation After the measurement mode is started the LMS5xx needs a little time to reach status 7

(“measurement”). You should therefore query the status of the LMS5xx using the sRN STlms telegram.

Then request measured data by using a telegram on the interface from which you want to receive measured data. There are two possible ways of doing this:

 Exactly one measured value telegram can be requested using the sRN LMDscandata

telegram — the last scan measured is transferred.

 Measured data can be continuously requested using the sEN LMDscandata telegram —

measured data are then transferred until the measured value output is stopped using

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the sEN LMDscandata telegram.

Example of single measured value output

Fig. 17: Measured value telegram request

1. Log in

Request

<STX>sMN SetAccessMode 03 F4724744<ETX>

LMS5xx answer

<STX>sAN SetAccessMode <ETX>

2. Start measurement

Request

<STX>sMN LMCstartmeas<ETX>

LMS5xx answer

<STX>sAN LMCstartmeas 0<ETX>

3. Log out and start the device

Request

LMS5xx answer

4. Query measuring status You must query the status until status 7 (“measurement”) is given in the reply.

Request

<STX>sRN STlms<ETX>

LMS5xx answer <STX>sRA STlms 7 0 8 00:00:00 8 01.0 1.06 0 0 0<ETX>

Important If the status is other than 7, you must send the request again.

5. Start the output of measured values for a single scan

Request

<STX>sRN LMDscandata<ETX>

LMS5xx answer

<STX>sRA LMDscandata<ETX>

Depending on the type of error, the sensor may or may not stop measuring.

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Output of the measured value telegrams

Measured value request

Stop the output

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Fig. 18: Continuous measured value output

Recommendation If you are not certain that the scan data can be processed at the speed at which they are

output by the LMS5xx, you should only request the scan data for a single scan. The scan counter in the measured value output can be used as an indication that processing is too slow.

1. Log in

Request

<STX>sMN SetAccessMode 03 F4724744<ETX>

LMS5xx answer

<STX>sAN SetAccessMode <ETX>

2. Start measurement

Request

<STX>sMN LMCstartmeas<ETX>

LMS5xx answer

<STX>sAN LMCstartmeas 0<ETX>

3. Log out and start the device

Request

LMS5xx answer

4. Query measuring status You must query the status until status 7 (“measurement”) is given in the reply.

Request

<STX>sRN STlms<ETX>

LMS5xx answer <STX>sRA STlms 7 0 8 00:00:00 8 01.0 1.06 0 0 0<ETX>

If the status is other than 7, you must send the request again.

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5. Start continuous measured value output The scan data are output until measured value output is ended.

Request

<STX>sEN LMDscandata 1<ETX>

LMS5xx confirmation

<STX>sEA LMDscandata 1<ETX>

LMS5xx answer continuously

<STX>sSN LMDscandata<ETX>

6. Stop continuous measured value output

Request

<STX>sEN LMDscandata 0<ETX>

LMS5xx confirmation

<STX>sEA LMDscandata 0<ETX>

3.9.4 Measured value output for a pulse reflected with multiple echoes

The LMS5xx Lite series can measure up to 2, the LMS5xx PRO/Heavy Duty up to 5 reflected pulses (echoes). The measured values can be output in the measured value telegram or used in the field application according to the echo filter settings (see section 3.9.2 “Filter”

on page 33). Several echoes can be produced, e.g. if the LMS5xx sender pulse hits several

rain drops, fog, glass, etc. These conditions can reflect part of the energy hence creating reflected pulses or echoes. Most of the sending pulse energy will continue to propagate and will eventually reflect against the actual target object. The LMS5xx PRO/Heavy Duty is able to evaluate up to 5 received echoes.

Fig. 19: Principle of operation of the measurement of the fifth received echo (LMS5xx PRO/Heavy

Duty)

If the echo filter is set to FIRST ECHO, the LMS5xx will only take the first echo into account and ignore all following echoes.

With A

LL ECHOES the sensor will receive up to 2 (Lite) or even 5 (PRO/Heavy Duty) echoes. It

will display all of them in the SOPAS monitor function and output all echo values received in the measured value telegram (no values will be displayed as 0).

With the L

AST ECHO setting, the LMS5xx will also receive up to 2 or 5 echoes, however it will

only display the last echo received and ignore all previous echoes. In the measured value telegram it will output only one value.

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RSSI [digit]

Distance [m]

White (approx. 100%) Grey (approx. 50 %) Black (approx. 10 %) Reflector (> 80,000 %) Max. signal

LMS5xx

Recommendation If measurement through a window is necessary, then a slight inclination of the window

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In bad weather conditions (rain/snow/fog), the LAST ECHO filter can produce better results or actually make special applications possible such as measurement through a window.

versus the sensor (<> 90°) is recommended to avoid any direct reflections on the sensor (mirror effect).

3.9.5 RSSI values

RSSI (Received Signal Strength Indicator) is the measurement of power received by the sensor. This value is generated for every measurement and has an arbitrary unit with a logarithmic characteristic. The RSSI values have an 8-bit resolution, with integer values from 1 to 255, where 1 is the weakest signal and 254 the strongest signal (e.g. with a reflector). A value of 255 means “dazzled”. The value 0 (zero) means that the received power was too low to generate a valid RSSI value. If there is a valid distance measurement it has a minimum RSSI of 1.

Fig. 20 and Fig. 21 show the different approximate curves for the RSSI ranges of the HR and

SR variants depending on the object remission, with 10% being the lowest (black), and 100% the highest (white paper). The value of > 80,000% represents a reflector. This is the reason why the resulting curve remains constantly at 254.

RSSI value Description

0No signal 1-254 Valid measurement 255 Dazzled

Tab. 14: RSSI values

If the RSSI value is 0, then no distance measurement is possible. Two reasons are possible:

 Target object is out of range (> 80 m).  Target object has an extremely low remission.

Please note that white paper (100%) at close range can give very similar values as a reflector.

Fig. 20: Typical RSSI values HR

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RSSI [digit]

Distance [m]

White (approx. 100 %) Grey (approx. 50 %) Black (approx. 10 %) Reflector (> 80,000 %) Max. signal

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Fig. 21: Typical RSSI values SR

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The RSSI values may vary slightly between different devices and over the life time of the sensor.

PROJECT TREE, LMS…, PARAMETER, DATA PROCESSING/OUTPUT DATA CONFIGURATION.

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Operator for the outputs

Evaluation fields

1…

OUT1 OUT2 Reserved output

Evaluation cases

 Evaluation field  Evaluation strategy  Output

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3.10 Field application

With the aid of the integrated field application, the LMS5xx PRO/Heavy Duty evaluates up to ten, the LMS5xx Lite up to four evaluation fields within its scan area. Using the field application, you can e.g. implement systems for collision protection, for building surveillance or for access monitoring.

Fig. 22: Principle of the field application

The LMS5xx PRO/Heavy Duty is adapted to the evaluation situation with the aid of up to ten, the LMS5xx Lite of up to four evaluation cases. In the evaluation case, one of ten (four) configurable evaluation fields, an evaluation strategy, an output and in somecircumstances a combination of inputs that activate the evaluation case, are selected. An operator is selected for each output; this operator determines the result on the output if more than one evaluation case acts on the output.

In the example in Fig. 22, in evaluation case 1 evaluation field 1 is used, in evaluation case 2 evaluation field 2 is used. Both evaluation cases act on the output OUT1. If an AND operator is used for the results of the evaluation cases, then the output will only switch if both evaluation cases are signalling an event.

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3.10.1 Evaluation cases

An evaluation case defines which output field is evaluated in which way and on which output it acts. With the LMS5xx PRO/Heavy Duty you can configure up to ten evaluation cases, the LMS5xx Lite allows up to four evaluation cases. All configured evaluation cases are active simultaneously.

For each evaluation case you configure in SOPAS ET:

 inputs that activate an evaluation case, if necessary  the evaluation strategy  the evaluation field  the output on which the evaluation case acts  the response time of the output

PROJECT TREE, LMS…, PARAMETER, EVALUATION CASES.

Inputs

If the evaluation case is not to be permanently active, then you can configure an input combination to activate the evaluation case.

Input 1Input 2Input 3Input 4Evaluation case

Low Low Low Low 1 Low Low Low High 2 Low Low High Low 3 Low Low High High 4 Low High Low Low 5 Low High Low High 6 Low High High Low 7 Low High High High 8 High Low Low Low 9 High Low Low High 10

Tab. 15: Input combination examples LMS5xx PRO

1) In SOPAS ET, the output state High is referred to as “Active high”. Similarly, the output state Low is referred to as “Active low”.

Important An input combination can also be defined for several evaluation cases, e.g. two evaluation

cases will then be active simultaneously.

Although the LMS5xx Lite has two inputs, only IN1 can be used for the field evaluation.

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Evaluation strategy

In SOPAS ET choose one of four possible evaluation strategies:  Pixel evaluation

The LMS5xx evaluates the entire area of the field. Every single beam is considered in the evaluation. If an object enters the field, this result is sent to the related output.

 Blanking

The LMS5xx evaluates the entire area of the field. However objects smaller than the specified size will be ignored. An object is only detected if it is larger than the blanking size configured.

 Contour

The LMS5xx evaluates the presence of a contour that must be permanently and completely in the evaluation field. As a result the LMS5xx can detect, e.g., that a door is opening outwards or that the position of the LMS5xx is being changed. Also crawling beneath a vertical evaluation field or the deflection of the laser beam by a mirror can be detected.

Using blanking the lack of part of a contour can be blanked up to a certain size.

 I/O operator

Using the I/O operator evaluation strategy you can link the inputs of the LMS5xx with its outputs (see section 3.11.6 “Logical operators for inputs and outputs” on page 46).

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Response time

For the Pixel evaluation, Blanking and Contour evaluation strategies you must define a response time. For the LMS5xx to detect an object using the Pixel evaluation or Blanking evaluation strategy, the object must be detected in one place for at least the duration of the response time. For the Contour evaluation strategy the contour infringement must be detected in one place for at least the duration of the response time.

Manipulation prevention

If pixel evaluation is configured, glare may result in it no longer being possible for the LMS5xx to monitor a field. If blanking is configured, small objects in the near range of the LMS5xx can cause large shadows.

If you use evaluation fields at a distance from the LMS5xx, then the object or the object erroneously measured due to glare is outside the evaluation field and will not be detected.

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Object smaller than blanking

Area hidden by glare

Shading

Light source

Evaluation field at a distance from the LMS5xx

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To prevent this situation arising, you can configure the TAMPER PROTECTION option.

Important The related output must be configured for “Application”.

Important Do not confuse the negation of the result with the setting active high/active low for the

Fig. 23: Protection against tampering due to shading and glare

The Manipulation prevention option switches the evaluation field if …  an object that is smaller than or equal to the blanked object size is in front of the laser

output aperture on the LMS5xx for the configured response time for Manipulation prevention.

 the LMS5xx is dazzled for longer than the configured response time for Manipulation

prevention.

Evaluation field

Choose one of the evaluation fields already configured for the evaluation case. Its shape must match the evaluation strategy (see section 3.10.2 “Evaluation fields” on page 43).

Output

Choose one of the outputs for the evaluation case. If several evaluation cases act on an output, you must define how the results of the evaluation cases are linked (see

section 3.10.3 “Operator for the evaluation cases on the output” on page 43).

Negating the result

By negating the result the field evaluation output is reversed. The output used is, e.g., then switched if the evaluation field is clear or if the contour is not infringed.

outputs (see section 3.10.3 “Operator for the evaluation cases on the output” on page 43).

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Evaluation field for contour monitoring

Dynamic

evaluation field

Rectangular evaluation field at a distance from

the LMS5xx

Polygon

evaluation field

Measurement area of the LMS5xx

LMS5xx

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3.10.2 Evaluation fields

With the aid of the integrated field application, you can configure up to ten evaluation fields in the PRO version and up to four fields in the Lite version. The size and shape of these evaluation fields can be configured almost entirely as required.

Fig. 24: Examples of 4 different evaluation field shapes

The evaluation fields can be drawn using SOPAS ET to suit the needs of your application. Evaluation fields can have the following properties:

 Polygon  Rectangular  Starting from the LMS5xx  At a distance from the LMS5xx (“island field”)  Dynamic, i.e. the length varies according to the speed measured using the encoder, see

section 3.11.2 “Encoder inputs” on page 44 (LMS5xx PRO/Heavy Duty only)

You can configure the evaluation fields in SOPAS ET: P

ROJECT TREE, LMS…, PARAMETER, FIELDS.

If the area to be monitored changes, the field can be easily re-configured using the SOPAS ET software.

3.10.3 Operator for the evaluation cases on the output

If several evaluation cases act on an output, you must define how the results of the evaluation cases are linked. The related results can be linked using an AND or an OR operator.

PROJECT TREE, LMS…, PARAMETER, NETWORK/INTERFACES/IOS, DIGITAL OUTPUTS. The outputs are configured as active high in the pre-setting. You can configure the outputs

also as active low.

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Resetting an output

By default the outputs are reset immediately to the inactive state. You can configure a delay of up to 10 s (e.g. to activate a horn or to send the output signal to a PLC).

Alternatively you can also reset the output using an input. The output is reset only when the allocated input has the configured status.

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3.11 Inputs and outputs

3.11.1 Digital switching inputs

The LMS5xx Lite has two, the LMS5xx PRO/Heavy Duty has four digital switching inputs. These inputs can activate different evaluation cases (see section 3.10.1 “Evaluation cases”

on page 40). With the aid of the inputs, the outputs on the LMS5xx can also be reset (see section “Resetting an output” on page 44).

On the LMS5xx Lite only IN1 can be used for activating evaluation cases.

3.11.2 Encoder inputs

The LMS5xx PRO/Heavy Duty has two encoder inputs (IN3 and IN4) which can be selected via software.

With the aid of the encoder pulses, the size of so-called dynamic fields can be changed, e.g., for speed-dependent vehicle monitoring. The length of a dynamic field changes with the speed measured, e.g. using an encoder.

PROJECT TREE, LMS…, PARAMETER, NETWORK/INTERFACES/IOS, DIGITAL INPUTS. P

ROJECT TREE, LMS…, PARAMETER, INCREMENT CONFIGURATION.

When stationary (V = 0 m/s) the evaluation field is the same size as the basic field configured. The size increases continuously with increasing speed up to the largest physical size for the field at the maximum speed.

3.11.3 Digital switching outputs

The LMS5xx Lite has three, the LMS5xx PRO/Heavy Duty has six digital switching outputs. The outputs can be used as digital switching outputs to ground or as floating outputs (see

section 6.5.5 “Wiring of inputs and outputs on the LMS5xx” on page 82).

The sensor will always show Device Ready, no matter whether the outputs are switched by the field evaluation application or by the SOPAS ET telegrams.

PROJECT TREE, LMS…, PARAMETER, NETWORK/INTERFACES/IOS, DIGITAL OUTPUTS. If an output is switched by the field evaluation application, the LMS5xx can signal evaluation

field infringements or contour infringements. For this purpose, configure in SOPAS ET which evaluation case is to act on which output.

3.11.4 Relay outputs

The LMS531 Lite has two, the LMS531 PRO has four relay output. The outputs can be configured to switch either to High or to Low if an object or a person is detected inside the monitored field.

PROJECT TREE, LMS531, PARAMETER, NETWORK/INTERFACES/IOS, RELAY OUTPUTS. The following configuration possibilities exist:

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Output Configured logic High Configured logic Low

Alarm output Relay closed Relay open Error output Relay closed Relay open Synchronization output V

Tab. 16: LMS531 Lite/PRO: output status on field interruption

Sensor present GND present

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Alarm output R (PRO: pin 4 and pin 6, Lite: pin 3 and pin 4) can not be configured as it serves as a reference output. PRO: pin 4 and pin 6 respectively Lite: pin 3 and pin 4 are internally connected (0

). See also section 6.5.5 “Wiring of inputs and outputs on the LMS5xx” on

page 82).

3.11.5 Synchronisation of several LMS5xx

Optical interference between two or more LMS5xx can occur if they have to be installed within the same scanning plane (see section “LMS5xx with Weather protection hood (part

no. 2063050)” on page 60).

Several LMS5xx can be synchronized to avoid this type of interference. Through the SOPAS software an LMS5xx can type-dependently be set and sychronized with other LMS5xx via assigned outputs and inputs:

Variant Output (for master) Input (for slave)

LMS500 Lite Indoor Terminal 5: OUT Sync (OUT3) Terminal 7: IN Sync (IN4) LMS500 PRO Indoor Terminal 26: OUT Sync (OUT6) Terminal 11: IN Sync (IN4) LMS511 Lite Outdoor "I/O" connection

Pin 7: OUT Sync (OUT3)

LMS511 PRO Outdoor "I/O" connection

Pin 12: OUT Sync (OUT6)

LMS511 Heavy Duty "I/O" connection

Pin 12: OUT Sync (OUT6)

LMS581 PRO Outdoor "I/O" connection

Pin 12: OUT Sync (OUT6)

Tab. 17: Overview: Assigned inutps and outputs for synchronization

"Data" connection Pin 7: IN Sync (IN2)

"I/O" connection Pin 8: IN Sync (IN4)

Using the Synchronisation Phase value (range: –180 … +180°) in the SOPAS software each Master-Slave link can be differentiated.

The synchronisation feature can also be used to increase the scanning frequency of an area by placing several units over the same area and adjusting the phases to alternate scanning.

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Evaluation case 1: pixel evaluation acts on output 1

Evaluation case 1:

pixel evaluation acts on output 1

Evaluation case 2:

I/O operator

acts on output 1

Output 1: OR operator for the evaluation cases 1 and 2

Input 1:

active low

Output 1: active low

Protective fields on two LMS5xx linked using I/O operator

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3.11.6 Logical operators for inputs and outputs

With the help of an evaluation case the inputs and outputs on several LMS5xx can be linked together (see section 3.10.1 “Evaluation cases” on page 40).

Fig. 25: Logical operators for inputs and outputs

In the example above output 1 on the LMS5xx at the bottom is connected to input 1 on the LMS5xx at the top. An evaluation field infringement is therefore signalled at the input on the LMS5xx at the top. This LMS5xx links the input to output 1 in its evaluation case 2. At the same time, evaluation case 1 also acts on the LMS5xx at the top and its output 1. Using the OR operator for the two results, evaluation field infringements on both LMS5xx are signalled on output 1 on the LMS5xx at the top.

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3.12 Data interfaces

The LMS5xx has different data interfaces for the configuration and the transmission of measured values.

Important  It is only p oss ible to output all me asured v alues of a sc an in rea l-t ime usin g th e Ethern et

interface.

 The data transmission rate of the RS232/RS-422 interfaces is limited to 500 kBd.

Therefore these interfaces are not suitable for transmitting full scan data in real time.

3.12.1 Ethernet interface

The Ethernet interface has a data transmission rate of 10/100 Mbit/s. The interface is a TCP/IP interface supporting full duplex and half duplex.

The Ethernet interface allows the configuration of the LMS5xx as well as the output of measured values.

The factory setting for the Ethernet interface is as follows:

 IP address: 192.168.0.1  subnet mask: 255.255.255.0  TCP port: 2111

If necessary, adjust the TCP/IP configuration for the Ethernet interface to enable a connected PC (client) to communicate with the LMS5xx via Ethernet: P N

ETWORK/INTERFACES/IOS, ETHERNET.

ROJECT TREE, LMS…,

Important If you change the parameters for the Ethernet interface over the Ethernet interface, you

must first save the data in non-volatile memory in the LMS5xx and then restart the LMS5xx. For this purpose there is the R

ESTART button in SOPAS ET.

You will find a description of the electrical interface in section 6.3 “Connections of the

LMS5xx” on page 67.

3.12.2 Serial host interface

The serial host interface is an RS-232/RS-422 interface. The host interface permits the configuration of the LMS5xx and only limited measured value output.

The interface parameters are freely configurable: P

ROJECT TREE, LMS…, NETWORK/INTERFACES/IOS, SERIAL, area SERIAL HOST INTERFACE.

The factory setting for the host interface is as follows:

 57.6 kBd  8 data bits  1 stop bit  no parity

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Important If you change the parameters for the host interface over the host interface, the connection

to the device will be lost. In this case you must scan for the LMS5xx again in SOPAS ET (see

section 7.3.5 “Performing scan” on page 87).

You will find a description of the electrical interface in section 6.3 “Connections of the

LMS5xx” on page 67.

3.12.3 USB auxiliary interface

The mini-USB auxiliary interface permits the configuration of the LMS5xx.

Important For access to the LMS5xx via the USB interface the required USB driver must be installed

first on the PC. See section 3.1 “Delivery” on page 17.

Parameters can be changed via USB while the sensor is connected to another interface such as RS or Ethernet to a host. Only the last changes saved in the configuration, either via USB, RS or Ethernet, will be permanent.

Code Length (byte) Description

3.13 Data communication using telegrams

The LMS5xx sends telegrams over the interfaces described above to communicate with a connected host. The following functions can be run using telegrams:

 request for measured values by the host and subsequent output of the measured

values by the LMS5xx

 parameter setting by the host for the configuration of the LMS5xx  parameters and status log querying by the host

The telegrams each comprise a frame (see section 3.13.1 “Frame and coding for the

telegrams” on page 48) and the data.

A detailed description of the different telegrams can be found in the telegram listing “LMS1xx/5xx and more”, SICK part no. 8014631.

3.13.1 Frame and coding for the telegrams

The data frame varies depending on the coding.

Telegrams with ASCII coding (CoLa-A)

Frame Telegram Frame

STX Data ETX

1 60 kB 1

Start of text character ASCII coded End of text character

Tab. 18: Frame for the telegrams with ASCII coding

The frame for the serial host interface can be configured in SOPAS ET: PROJECT TREE, LMS…, I

NTERFACES, SERIAL, area SERIAL HOST INTERFACE.

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3.14 Planning

3.14.1 LMS5xx system requirements

For commissioning and operating the LMS5xx (without load on the switching outputs), the following are required by the customer:

LMS5xx variant

LMS500 Sensor:

LMS511/LMS531/LMS581 Sensor:

1) per IEC 60364441 (VDE 0100, part 410)

Tab. 19: Required supply voltages and output power

SELV supply voltage

DC 19.2 … 28.8 V

DC 19.2 … 28.8 V Heating:

DC 19.2 … 28.8 V

Power output of power unit

At least 24 W

Heating: Additional 57 W (cyclic)

 Data interface RS232/RS-422, Ethernet and CAN (optional, in case several LMS5xx

are connected together in a network) (see also section 6.4.4 “General conditions for

the data interfaces” on page 75)

 PC with operating system Windows 2000™, Windows XP™, Windows Vista™ or Windows

7™ (see also section 7.2.1 “System requirements for SOPAS ET” on page 85)

3.14.2 Mounting requirements

The LMS5xx must be mounted as follows:

 robust  as far as possible without shocks  as far as possible without vibration  protected from direct sunlight and heat sources

Mounting kits

The following mounting kits are available:  Mounting kit 1: mounting bracket for mounting at the rear on wall or machine (see

Fig. 68 on page 109)

 Mounting kit 2: mounting bracket, only in conjunction with mounting bracket 1, cross-

wise adjustment possible (see Fig. 69 on page 110)

 Mounting kit 3: mounting plate, only in conjunction with mounting bracket 1 and 2,

lengthwise adjustment possible (see Fig. 70 on page 111)

 Mounting with the Heavy Duty mounting bracket (see Fig. 70 on page 111)

Risk of dysfunction due to overheating or dazzle!

Direct sunlight can increase in the temperature inside the LMS5xx in an inadmissible way.  Mount the LMS5xx such that it is not exposed to direct sunlight (if necessary fit canopy

or protection hood), see section 5.2.10 “Mounting the LMS5xx with protection hood/

weather protection hood” on page 59).

 To avoid dazzling, do not orient the device toward reflective glass or stainless steel

surfaces. These may act as a mirror.

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Safety supplement 5 mm/m (0.06 in/ft)

From 15 m (49.21 ft) continuous detection

Optical axis

Expanding laser beam

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3.14.3 Distance between LMS5xx and the object/surface to be monitored

The laser beam diverges with increasing distance from the LMS5xx. In the scan area the floor or a wall may then be continuously detected, as the laser beam is incident on it.

Fig. 26: Increase in the size of the beam and safety supplement

The optical axis is used as the reference plane for the distance to be maintained from the floor or the wall; on a vertically mounted LMS5xx this axis is approx. 116 mm (4.57 in) above the bottom edge of the housing.

The distance-dependent increase in the size of the beam can be calculated using the formula:

Beam diameter = distance (mm) × divergence + spot size on front screen For the values please see Tab. 43: “Data sheet LMS5xx” on page 101. The following table shows some example values:

Recommendation Take into account a safety supplement of approx. 5 mm per meter (0.06 in/ft).

Distance LMS5xx (HR) LMS5xx (SR)

5 m 37 mm 73 mm 10 m 61 mm 133 mm 15 m 85 mm 192 mm 20 m 108 mm 252 mm 50 m 250 mm 609 mm

Tab. 20: Beam diameter on target (diagonal) at different distances from the LMS5xx

For the assessment of whether the laser beam can be incident on an object or the wall, the distance of half the beam diameter from the optical axis is used.

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4 Transport and storage

4.1 Transport

For your own safety, please read and observe the following notes:

Damage to the LMS5xx due to improper transport!

 Package the device so that it is protected against collision and humidity.  Recommendation: use the original packaging for optimal protection.  Transport should be performed by trained specialist staff only.  The utmost care and attention is required at all times during unloading and

transportation on company premises.

 Note the symbols on the packaging.  Do not remove packaging until immediately before you start mounting.

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4.2 Transport inspection

Upon receipt, please check the delivery for completeness and for any damage that may have occurred in transit. In the case of transit damage that is visible externally, proceed as follows:

 Do not accept the delivery or only do so conditionally.  Note the scope of damage on the transport documents or on the transport company's

delivery note.

 File a complaint.

Important Complaints regarding defects should be filed as soon as these are detected. Damage

claims are only valid before the applicable complaint deadlines.

4.3 Storage

Store the LMS5xx under the following conditionsLMS5xx:

 Recommendation: use the original packaging.  Do not store outdoors.  Store in a dry area that is protected from dust.  To ensure that any residual moisture present can escape, do not store the device in

airtight containers.

 Do not expose to any aggressive substances.  Protect from sunlight.  Avoid mechanical shocks.  Storage ambient temperature range:

–40 °C to +70 °C (+70 °C max. 24 h)

 Relative humidity: max. 90%, non-condensing.  For storage periods of longer than 3 months, check the general condition of all

components and packaging on a regular basis.

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5 Mounting

Mounting

Claims under the warranty rendered void!

The housing of the LMS5xx is sealed. Type-dependent, the devices have a diffent quantity of sealing stickers across their components. Claims under the warranty against SICK AG will be rendered void if the screwed housing is opened and/or the seals are damaged. The housing is only allowed to be opened by SICK authorized service personnel.

The only exception in this case is the process of replacing an LMS500 Lite/Pro Indoor or LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor with an appropriate replacement device. Here, the system connector is transferred from the existing device to the replacement device. See section 8.2

“Exchanging an LMS5xx” on page 91.

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5.1 Overview of the mounting steps

 Selecting a mounting location for the LMS5xx  Mounting and adjusting the LMS5xx

5.2 Preparations for mounting

5.2.1 Components to be mounted

 An LMS5xx, weight approx. 3.7 kg

5.2.2 Material and accessories necessary

 Optional Mounting kit or mounting kits with mounting material (not in the delivery)

 Optional protection hood or weather protection hood with mounting kit(s) (not in the

delivery)

 As an alternative if a fixing bracket is provided by the user

– Stable mounting bracket that provides adjustable alignment of the LMS5xx in the x

and y axis

– 4 M6 screws for the LMS5xx, screw length dependent on the wall thickness of the

mounting bracket used

5.2.3 Necessary tools

 4 M6 screws for mounting the SICK fixing bracket on the support, screw length as a

function of the wall thickness of the support

 tool set

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5.2.4 Select mounting location

Risk of dysfunction due to overheating or dazzle!

Direct sunlight on the LMS5xx can cause excessive temperature inside the sensor.  Mount the LMS5xx in a dry and, where necessary, covered location so that it is

protected from moisture, dirt, damage, and direct sunlight. If necessary fit canopy or protection hood. See section 5.2.10 “Mounting the LMS5xx with protection hood/

weather protection hood” on page 59.

 Avoid installing the LMS5xx in view of glass or stainless steel surfaces as they may act

as a mirror.

5.2.5 Mounting steps

 Mount the LMS5xx such that it is protected from moisture, dirt, damage and direct

sunlight.

 If necessary, use a protection hood when mounting the LMS5xx in indoor areas or use

a weather protection hood when mounting the LMS5xx in outdoor areas (optional accessories). See section 5.2.10 “Mounting the LMS5xx with protection hood/weather

protection hood” on page 59.

 Ensure that the entire field of view of the LMS5xx is not restricted.  Mount the device such that the indicators are easy to see.  Always mount the LMS5xx so that there is still enough space for mounting and removing

the system connector or the connections.

 Avoid excessive shock and vibration loading on the laser measurement sensor.  Pay attention to the maximum torque for the fixing screws on the LMS5xx:

– M6 on rear = max. 12 Nm – M8 on side = max. 16 Nm

 Regularly check the tightness of the fixing screws.  In applications with heavy vibration, prevent the fixing screws from coming loose by

using screw locking devices (see section 10.1 “Data sheet LMS5xx laser measurement

sensor” on page 101).

Operating Instructions

The LMS5xx can be fastened in the following ways:

 Direct mounting without mounting kit  Mounting with mounting kit 1 (part no. 2015623)  Mounting with mounting kit 2 (part no. 2015624), only in conjunction with mounting

kit 1

 Mounting with mounting kit 3 (part no. 2015625), only in conjunction with mounting kits

1 and 2

 Mounting with mounting kit 4 (part no. 2020295)

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5.2.6 Direct mounting

The LMS5xx has four M6× 8 threaded holes on the rear. Using them you can mount the LMS5xx directly on the intended mounting surface.

Fig. 27: Direct mounting

Important During mounting, please observe the dimensional drawings (see section 10.3.1

“Dimensional drawing LMS500” on page 107).

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Threaded holes M8×9

Fixing screws

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5.2.7 Mounting with mounting kit 1

Using mounting kit 1 you can mount the LMS5xx on a mounting surface (wall, machine).

Fig. 28: Mounting with mounting kit 1 (part no. 2015623)

1. Mount mounting kit 1 on the mounting surface.

2. Mount the LMS5xx on mounting kit 1.

Important During mounting, please observe the dimensional drawings (see section 10.3.3

“Dimensional drawings, mounting kits” on page 109).

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Mounting kit 1

Mounting kit 2

Threaded holes M8×9

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5.2.8 Mounting with mounting kit 2

Using mounting kit 2 (only in conjunction with mounting kit 1) you can align the LMS5xx in two planes. The maximum adjustment angle is ±11° in both planes.

Fig. 29: Mounting with mounting kits 1 (part no. 2015623) and 2 (part no. 2015624)

1. Mount mounting kit 2 on the mounting surface.

2. Mount mounting kit 1 on mounting kit 2.

3. Mount the LMS5xx on mounting kit 1.

4. Adjust the LMS5xx longitudinally and crosswise.

Important During mounting, please observe the dimensional drawings (see section 10.3.3

“Dimensional drawings, mounting kits” on page 109).

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Fixing screws

Mounting kit 1

Mounting kit 3

Threaded holes M8×9

Mounting kit 2

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5.2.9 Mounting with mounting kit 3

Using mounting kit 3 (only in conjunction with mounting kits 1 and 2) you can mount the LMS5xx such that the scan plane is parallel to the mounting surface. This enables stable floor mounting or ensures that mounting kit 2 remains precisely adjustable crosswise on uneven wall surfaces.

Fig. 30: Mounting with mounting kits 1 (part no. 2015623), 2 (part no. 2015624) and 3 (part no.

2015625)

1. Mount mounting kit 3 on the mounting surface.

2. Mount mounting kit 2 on mounting kit 3.

3. Mount mounting kit 1 on mounting kit 2.

4. Mount the LMS5xx on mounting kit 1.

5. Adjust the LMS5xx longitudinally and crosswise.

Important During mounting, please observe the dimensional drawings (see section 10.3.3

“Dimensional drawings, mounting kits” on page 109).

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5.2.10 Mounting the LMS5xx with protection hood/weather protection hood

To protect the LMS5xx from glare, precipitation and direct sunlight when used outside, a small protection hood (part no. 2056850) as well as a greater weather protection hood (part no. 2063050 are available.

The protection hood/weather protection hood can be mounted on the LMS5xx in two different positions depending on the orientation of the LMS5xx.

You will find detailed dimensions in section 10.3.4 “Dimensional drawings, weather

protection hoods” on page 112.

LMS5xx with protection hood (part no. 2056850)

Fig. 31: Protection hood, upright orientation of the LMS5xx

Fig. 32: Protection hood, upside down orientation of the LMS5xx

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Fig. 33: Weather protection hood, upright orientation of the LMS5xx

For mounting the LMS5xx in combination with the weather protection hood, mounting kit 1 and 2 are required.

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5.2.11 Using multiple LMS5xx laser measurement sensors

Risk of interference on the LMS5xx!

Sources with a wavelength of 905 nm may cause interference if they act directly on the LMS5xx.

The LMS5xx is designed in such a way that mutual interference between several sensors is unlikely. To completely exclude erroneous switching, we recommend mounting the laser measurement sensors as shown in the following examples.

Use mounting kits 1 to 3 to adjust the laser measurement sensors to different angles.

Correct placement of several LMS5xx

Arrange or shield several LMS5xx such that the laser beam cannot be received by a different LMS5xx.

Fig. 34: Placement of two LMS5xx opposed to each other

Fig. 35: Crosswise placement of two LMS5xx

Fig. 36: Placement of two LMS5xx with parallel offset

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Fig. 37: Placement of two LMS5xx with parallel offset, one of these upside down

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Fig. 38: Placement of two LMS5xx upside down, parallel offset

Fig. 39: Placement of two LMS5xx with parallel offset, one of these upside down

5.3 Dismanteling the system

1. Switch off the supply voltage.

2. LMS500:

Loosen and remove the system connector.

LMS511/LMS531/LMS581:

Remove all connection cables.

3. Undo the mounting screws for the LMS5xx to the mounting bracket and remove the device.

Important On final decommissioning, please observe the disposal requirements in section 8.3.1

“Disposal” on page 95 for environmentally correct disposal.

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Only authorized personnel are allowed to perform the electrical installation work.

 Do not open the housing of the device.

Only on LMS500 (indoor variant), remove temporarily the system connector on the back of device for connecting cable leads to the internal terminal blocks. Exception: When replacing an LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor, this is also permitted, see

section 8.2.1 “Replacement of LMS500 Lite/PRO or LMS511 Heavy Duty using the former system connector (parameter cloning)” on page 92.

 Observe the current safety regulations when working on electrical systems.

Switch the entire machine/system offline!

The machine/system could inadvertently start up while you are connecting the device.  Ensure that the entire machine/system is disconnected during the electrical

installation.

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6.1 Overview of the installation steps

 Wire the switching inputs and outputs (application-dependent).  Temporarily connect PC (configuration).  Wire data interface for operation.  Connect the supply voltage to the LMS5xx.

6.2 Conditions for safe operation of the LMS5xx in an installation

The LMS5xx is connected to the peripheral devices (power supply, encoder, PLC/host, if applicable other LMS5xx, etc.) by using shielded cables (Fig. 40). The shield of each cable is connected to the metal housing of the LMS5xx via the system connector.

The device can be grounded via the fixing brackets of the mounting sets or via the shield of e.g. the power supply cable.

If the peripheral devices have metal housings and if the cable shield also is connected to their housings, it is assumed that all devices involved in the installation have the same ground potential.

This is achieved for instance by fulfilling the following conditions:

 Mounting the devices on conductive metal surfaces  Correctly grounding the devices/metal surfaces in the system  A low-impedance and stable current carrying equipotential bonding between areas with

different ground potentials, if necessary

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Grounding point 1 Grounding point 2

Grounding potential difference

= Shielded electrical cable

= Metal housing

Closed current loop with equalizing currents via cable shield

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Fig. 40: Currents in the cable shields due to differences in ground potential

Due to insufficient ground potential equalization, voltage differences arise between the grounding points 1 and 2. The current loop closes via the shielded cables and the housings.

Risk of injury/risk of damage via electrical current!

Potential equalization currents between the LMS5xx and the peripheral devices can have the following effects:

 Dangerous voltages on the metal housing, e.g of the LMS5xx  Incorrect function or irreparable damage to the devices  Damage/irreparable damage of the cable shield due to heating and cable fires

 Where local conditions are unfavorable and thus do not meet conditions for a safe

earthing method (same ground potential at all grounding points), take measures from the following explanations.

Remedial measures

The most common solution to prevent potential equalization currents on cable shields is to ensure low-impedance and stable current carrying equipotential bonding. If this is not possible the following two solution approaches serve as a suggestion.

Important It is not advisable to open up the cable shields. This would mean that the EMC limit values

can no longer be complied with and the safe operation of the device data interfaces can no longer be guaranteed.

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optical

converter

PLC LMS5xx

Grounding point 1

Grounding point 2

Grounding potential difference

= Shielded electrical cable

= Metal housing

Electro-

optical

converter

= Fiber optic cable

Power supply

PLC LMS5xx

Grounding point 1 Grounding point 2

Grounding potential difference

= Shielded electrical cable

= Metal housing

Electrically insulated

Grounding point 3

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a) Measures for widely distributed system installations

On widely distributed system installations with correspondingly large potential differences, we recommend setting up local islands and connecting them using commercially available electro-optical signal converters. This measure achieves a high degree of resistance to electromagnetic interference while at the same time complying with all the requirements of IEC 61010-1:2010-06.

Fig. 41 shows the function of this measure.

Fig. 41: Use of electro-optical signal converters

The ground loop is opened by using the electro-optical signal converters between the islands. Within the local islands, a stable equipotential bonding prevents equalizing currents from occurring at the cable shields.

b) Measures for small system installations

For smaller installations with small potential differences, the insulated installation of the LMS5xx and the peripheral devices can be a sufficient solution.

Fig. 42 shows the function of this measure.

Fig. 42: Insulated assembly of the LMS5xx and the peripheral devices (sample)

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Ground loops are, even in the event of large differences in the ground potential, effectively prevented. This means that equalizing currents cannot occur anymore via the cable shield and the metal housing.

Important The power supply of the LMS5xx and the connected peripheral devices must also guarantee

the required level of insulation.

Under certain circumstances, a tangible potential can develop between the insulated metal housings and the local ground potential.

Swedisch Varning och åtjärder

Utrustning som är kopplad till skyddsjord via jordat vägguttag och/eller via annan utrustning och samtidigt är kopplad till kabel-TV nät kan i vissa fall medfora risk for brand.

 For att undvika detta skall vid anslutning av utrustningen till kabel-TV nät galvanisk

isolator finnas mellan utrustningen och kabel-TV nätet.

Norwegian Advarsel og tiltaker

Utstyr som er koplet til beskyttelsesjord via nettplugg og/eller via annet jordtilkoplet utstyr – og er tilkoplet et kabel-TV nett, kan forårsake brannfare.

 For å unngå dette skal det ved tilkopling av utstyret til kabel-TV nettet installeres en

galvanisk isolator mellom utstyret og kabel-TV nettet.

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6.3 Connections of the LMS5xx

Depending on the variant, the LMS5xx has different connections:

All variants: USB:

 Mini USB connector on the front of the unit for connection to the USB interface on a PC.

The USB interface is only used for configuration and is not allowed to be permanently connected.

 Before connecting the device to the PC install the required USB driver for using the USB

interface. The USB driver can be downloaded from the online product page:

http://www.sick.com/lms5xx

Ethernet:

 4-pole round M12 plug-in connector for the connection to Ethernet.

Indoor variants:

LMS500 Lite/PRO

The LMS500 Lite/PRO Lite Indoor has a removable system connector. This has two M16 screw type cable entries on the top. The wires of the cables have to be connected to the both type-dependent screw type terminals in the system connector.

Outdoor variants:

LMS511 Lite/PRO

 The LMS511 Lite Outdoor has one 5-pole round M12 plug-in connector and two 8-pole

round M12 plug-in connectors.

 The LMS511 PRO Outdoor has one 5-pole round M12 plug-in connector and two 12-

pole round M12 plug-in connectors.

 The LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor has also a removable system connector, but only for

the purpose of replacing a device. The connector has one 5-pole round M12 plug-in connector and two 12-pole round M12 plug-in connectors.

The connections are made to the related male connectors or female connectors of the cables.

LMS531 Lite/PRO Security

 The LMS531 Lite Security Outdoor has one 5-pole round M12 plug-in connector and two

8-pole round M12 plug-in connectors.

 The LMS531 PRO Security Outdoor has one 5-pole round M12 plug-in connector and

two 12-pole round M12 plug-in connectors.

The connections are made to the related male connectors or female connectors of the cables.

LMS581 PRO

 The LMS581 PRO Outdoor has one 5-pole round M12 plug-in connector and two 12-

pole round M12 plug-in connectors.

The connections are made to the related male connectors or female connectors of the cables.

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6.3.1 Connections of the LMS500

LMS500 Lite and PRO Indoor: "Ethernet" connection on the system connector

Pin Signal Function

1 TX+ Transmitter+ 2Rx+ Receiver+ 3 TX– Transmitter– 4Rx– Receiver–

Tab. 21: LMS500 Lite and PRO Indoor: Pin assignment of the “Ethernet” connection (4-pin M12 female connector, D-coded)

LMS500 Lite Indoor: "Power/Data/I/O" connection in the system connector

Terminal Signal Function

1V 2 GND Ground sensor 3 OUT1 Switching output 1 4 OUT2 Switching output 2 5 OUT3 / OUT Sync Switching output 3 / Output Synchronization 6 IN1 Switching input 1 7 IN Sync Input Synchronization 8 GND IN /IN Sync Ground input 1 / Input Synchronization 9V 10 GND VS OUT Ground power supply switching outputs 11 TD+ Transmitter RS-422/RS-232 12 TD–/TxD Transmitter RS-422/RS-232 13 GND RS Ground RS-422/RS-232 14 RD–/RxD Receiver RS-422/RS-232 15 RD+ Receiver RS-422/RS-232 16 Shield RS Shield RS-422/RS-232

OUT Power supply switching outputs

Power supply sensor

Tab. 22: LMS500 Lite Indoor: Terminal assignment of the “Power/Data/I/O” connection (2 x terminal blocks, 8-pole)

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LMS500 PRO Indoor: "Power/Data/I/O" connection in the system connector

Terminal Signal Function

1V 2 GND Ground sensor 3 OUT1 Switching output 1 4 OUT2 Switching output 2 5 OUT3 Switching output 3 6 IN1 Switching input 1 7 IN2 Switching input 2 8 GND IN1/2 Ground inputs 1 and 2 9 GND IN3/4/IN Sync Ground inputs 3 and 4 / Input Synchronization 10 IN3 Switching input 3 11 IN4/IN Sync Switching input 4 / Input Synchronization 12 OUT4 Switching output 4 13 OUT5 Switching output 5 14 V 15 GND VS OUT Ground power supply switching outputs 16 TD+ Transmitter RS-422 17 TD–/TxD Transmitter RS-422/RS-232 18 GND RS Ground RS-422/RS-232 19 RD–/RxD Receiver RS-422/RS-232 20 RD+ Receiver RS-422 21 Shield RS Shield RS-422/RS-232 22 Shield CAN Shield CAN bus 23 CAN H CAN bus high 24 GND CAN Ground CAN bus 25 CAN L CAN bus low 26 OUT6/OUT Sync Switching output 6 / Output Synchronization

OUT Power supply switching outputs

Power supply sensor

Tab. 23: LMS500 PRO Indoor: Terminal assignment of the “Power/Data/I/O” connection (2 x terminal blocks, 13-pole)

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6.3.2 Connections of the LMS511, LMS581 and LMS511 Heavy Duty

LMS511 Lite/PRO, LMS581 PRO, LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor: Power” connection

Pin Signal Function

1V 2V 3 GND Ground sensor 4 Reserved Do not use! 5 GND heat. Ground heating

Tab. 24: LMS511 Lite/PRO, LMS581 PRO und LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Power” connection (5-pin M12

male connector, A-coded)

heat. Power supply heating

Power supply sensor

LMS511 Lite/PRO, LMS581 PRO und LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor: "Ethernet" connection

Pin Signal Function

1 TX+ Transmitter+ 2Rx+ Receiver+ 3 TX– Transmitter– 4Rx– Receiver–

Tab. 25: LMS511 Lite/PRO, LMS581 PRO und LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Ethernet” connection (4-pin M12

female connector, D-coded)

LMS511 Lite Outdoor: “Data” connection

Pin Signal Function

1RD–/RxD Receiver RS-422/RS-232 2 TD–/TxD Transmitter RS-422/RS-232 3 RD+ Receiver RS-422 4 TD+ Transmitter RS-422 5 GND RS Ground RS-422/RS-232 6 Reserved Do not use! 7 IN Sync Input Synchronization 8 GND IN Sync Ground Synchronization

Tab. 26: LMS511 Lite Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Data” connection (8-pin M12 male connector, A-coded)

LMS511 Lite Outdoor: “I/O” connection

Pin Signal Function

1 IN1 Switching input 1 2 Reserved Do not use! 3 GND IN1 Ground Switching input 1 4 OUT1 Switching output 1 5 OUT2 Switching output 2 6 OUT3 /OUT Sync Switching output 3 / Output Synchronization 7 GND OUT 1 ...3 Ground Switching output 1 ... 3/ Synchronization 8V

Tab. 27: LMS511 Lite Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “I/O” connection (8-pin M12 female connector, A-coded)

OUT Power supply switching outputs

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LMS511 PRO, LMS581 PRO and LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor: “Data” connection

Pin Signal Function

1V 2 RD–/RxD Receiver RS-422/RS-232 3 OUT1 Switching output 1 4 GND RS, CAN GND RS-422/RS-232/CAN 5 OUT2 Switching output 2 6 Reserved Do not use! 7 TD–/TxD Transmitter RS-422/RS-232 8 Reserved Do not use! 9 RD+ Receiver RS-422 10 TD+ Transmitter RS-422 11 CAN L CAN bus low 12 CAN H CAN bus high

OUT Power supply switching outputs 1 and 2

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Tab. 28: LMS511 PRO, LMS581 PRO and LMS511 Heavy Duty

connector, A-coded)

LMS511 PRO, LMS581 PRO and LMS511 Heavy Duty Outdoor: “I/O” connection

Pin Signal Function

1V 2 GND IN1/2 Ground inputs 1 and 2 3 IN1 Switching input 1 4 GND IN3/4/IN Sync Ground inputs 3 and 4 / input Synchronization 5 IN2 Switching input 2 6 IN3 Switching input 3 7 GND OUT 3 ... 6 Ground outputs 3 to 6 8 IN4/IN Sync Switching input 4 / Input Synchronization 9 OUT3 Switching output 3 10 OUT4 Switching output 4 11 OUT5 Switching output 5 12 OUT6/OUT Sync Switching output 6 / Output Synchronization

Tab. 29: LMS511 PRO, LMS581 PRO and LMS511 Heavy Duty

connector, A-coded)

OUT Power supply switching outputs 3 to 6

Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Data” connection (12-pin M12 male

Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “I/O” connection (12-pin M12 female

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6.3.3 Connections of the LMS531 Security Outdoor

LMS531 Lite und PRO Security Outdoor: “Power” connection

Pin Signal Function

1V 2V 3 GND Ground sensor 4 Reserved Do not use! 5 GND heat. Ground heating

Tab. 30: LMS531 Lite Security Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Power” connection (5-pin M12 male connector, A-coded)

heat. Power supply heating

Power supply sensor

LMS531 Lite und PRO Security Outdoor: “Ethernet” connection

Tab. 31: LMS531 Lite Security Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Ethernet” connection (4-pin M12 female connector, D-coded)

Pin Signal Function

1 TX+ Transmitter+ 2RX+ Receiver+ 3 TX– Transmitter– 4RX– Receiver–

LMS531 Lite Security Outdoor: “Inputs” connection

Pin Signal Function

1 A/DA (IN1) Armed/Disarmed (Switching input 1) 2 WT (IN2) Walk Test (Switching input 2) 3 Reserved Do not use! 4 Reserved Do not use! 5 Reserved Do not use! 6 Reserved Do not use! 7 IN 3 Input 3 (Switching input 3) 8 GND IN Ground all inputs

Tab. 32: LMS531 Lite Security Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Inputs” connection (8-pin M12 male connector, A-coded)

LMS531 Lite Security Outdoor: “Alarm” connection

Pin Signal Function

1 Alarm A Alarm output (relay), contact A 2 Alarm B Alarm output (relay), contact B 3 Alarm R A Alarm output, resistor monitored, contact A 4 Alarm R B Alarm output, resistor monitored, contact B 5 Error A Error output (relay), contact A 6 Error B Error output (relay), contact B 7 Sab Sabotage output 8 GND Sab Ground Sabotage output

Tab. 33: LMS531 Lite Security Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Alarm” connection (8-pin M12 female connector, A-coded)

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Pin Signal Funktion

1 A/DA (IN1) Armed/Disarmed (Switching input 1) 2 RD–/RxD Receiver RS-422/RS-232 3 GND IN Ground all inputs 4 GND RS/CAN Ground RS-422/RS-232/CAN 5 D/N (IN3) Day/Night (Switching input 3) 6 WT (IN2) Walk Test (Switching input 2) 7 TD–/TxD Transmitter RS-422/RS-232 8 TEACH (IN4) EasyTeach (Switching input 4) 9 RD+ Receiver RS-422 10 TD+ Transmitter RS-422 11 CAN L CAN bus low 12 CAN H CAN bus high

Tab. 34: LMS531 PRO Security Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Inputs” connection (12-pin M12 male connector, A-coded)

LMS531 PRO Security Outdoor: “Alarm” connection

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Pin Signal Funktion

1 Alarm A Alarm output (relay), contact A 2 Sab A Sabotage output (relay), contact A 3 Alarm B Alarm output (relay), contact B 4 Alarm R A Alarm output, resistor monitored, contact A 5 Error A Error output (relay), contact A 6 Alarm R B Alarm output, resistor monitored, contact B 7 Disq. A Disqualification output (relay), contact A 8 Error B Error output (relay), contact B 9 Sab B Sabotage output (relay), contact B 10 Disq. B Disqualification output (relay), contact B 11 Sab R A Sabotage output , resistor monitored, contact A 12 Sab R B Sabotage output , resistor monitored, contact B

Tab. 35: LMS531 PRO Security Outdoor: Pin assignment of the “Alarm” connection (12-pin M12 female connector, A-coded)

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6.4 Preparing the electrical installation

6.4.1 SELV Supply voltage

For commissioning and operating the LMS5xx, the following are required:  LMS5xx: SELV Supply voltage 19.2 to 28.8 V DC as per IEC 60364441 The LMS5xx draws the following power:

 LMS5xx: power consumption without output load: typical 22 W, maximum 25 W  LMS5xx: power consumption with output load: typical 46 W, maximum 50 W  LMS511/LMS531/LMS581: additional power consumption of heating: typical 55 W,

maximum 65 W

Power supply unit

Risk of electrical shock!

The output circuit of the power supply must be safely electrically isolated from the input circuit. This feature is normally provided by a safety transformer in accordance with IEC 742 (VDE 0551).

 Only use a safety transformer to generate the power supply voltage.

6.4.2 Wire cross-sections

 Wire all connections with copper cables!  Use the following wire cross-sections:

Connection of Cross-section

Supply voltage At least 0.25 mm

immediate vicinity At least 1.0 mm

connection is made to an existing 24 V DC supply

Switching outputs Minimum 0.25 mm

with 0.5 mm

Data interfaces Minimum 0.25mm

Tab. 36: Required wire cross-sections

(approx. 24 AWG), if local power supply in the

(approx. 18 AWG) at maximum length of 20 m, if the

(approx. 24 AWG), maximum cable length 50 m

(approx. 22 AWG)

(approx. 24 AWG)

 For the LMS500 the outside diameter of the common cable must be a maximum of

9 mm due to the cable entry.

 All communication cables must be twisted and shielded.

6.4.3 Length of the spare cable on the system connector

Recommendation Perform a suitable length of the spare cable for the incomming cables on the system

connector. The spare cable enables you to change the LMS5xx with ease if necessary. The length of the spare cable should be such that the system connector cannot

inadvertently be plugged into a neighboring LMS5xx! In this way you avoid the inadvertent connection of the system connector to a neighboring LMS5xx and operation of an LMS5xx with an incorrect configuration. From experience 200 to 300 mm spare cable at the LMS5xx have proven to be adequat.

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Screw terminal strips of the LMS500 Lite/PRO Indoor

Cable type Minimum cross section Maximum cross section

Flexible wires (finely stranded conductor)

Rigid wires (one conductor) 0.14 mm² (AWG 26) 1.5 mm² (AWG 16) Flexible wires (finely stranded

conductor) with ferrule

Tab. 37: Cross section specification of the LMS500 terminal strips

0.14 mm² (AWG 26) 1 mm² (AWG 18)

0.25 mm² (AWG 24) 0.5 mm² (AWG 22)

Important If you use flexible connecting cables with stranded wire to connect to the terminals on the

LMS5xx you must not use any ferrules.

6.4.4 General conditions for the data interfaces

The table below shows the recommended maximum length of cable as a function of the data transmission rate selected.

Interface type Transmission rate Maximum cable length

RS232 115.2 kBd 2 m

38.4 … 57.6 kBd 3 m Max. 19.2 kBd 10 m

RS-422 Max. 115.2 kBd 500 m

Max. 38.4 kBd 1,200 m

Tab. 38: Maximum cable lengths for the data interfaces

Important  Use screened cable (twisted-pair) with at least 0.25 mm² (approx. 24 AWG).

 To prevent interference, do not lay data cable in parallel with power supply and motor

cables over a long run, e.g. in cable ducts.

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DC 24 V

male connector

USB, 4-pin

USB (Mini-B), 4-pin

Part no. 6042517, 3 m

LMS5xx

DC 24 V

M12×4-pin

RJ45

8-pin

male connector

Part no. 6034415, 5 m Part no. 6030928, 10 m Part no. 6036158, 20 m

male connector

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6.5 Perform electrical installation on the LMS5xx

Risk of tripping due to cables! Risk of damage to the cables!

Exposed cables on the floor in areas used by people can cause danger.  Lay all cables such that there is no risk of tripping and all cables are protected against

damage.

6.5.1 Equipment

 Ttool set  Digital multimeter (current/voltage measurement)

6.5.2 Connection on the USB auxiliary interface and the Ethernet interface of the

LMS5xx

Pre-assembled cables are available to configure the LMS5xx via the USB auxiliary interface and via the Ethernet interface.

Fig. 43: LMS5xx: USB connection at the auxiliary interface

Fig. 44: LMS5xx: Ethernet connection using the Ethernet cable

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6.5.3 LMS500: Wiring the system connector

Reduced enclosure rating IP!

If the system connector is removed, the LMS500 is no longer compliant with the enclosure rating IP 65.

 To prevent damage due to the entry of moisture and dirt, only open the system

connector in dry, clean surroundings.

 If necessary, pre-wire and fit the system connector in suitable surroundings.

Prerequisites on the device for enclosure rating IP 65

 The system connector is plugged on the device, its two screws are tightended.  The cables in the cable entries have a suitable outside diameter and are fixed by the

lock nuts. If a cable entry is not used, it must be fitted with a blind plug that is fixed by the lock nut (as in the delivery condition).

 The cable plugged into the M12 round plug-in connection (Ethernet) is screwed tight.

If the conncetion is not used, it must be fitted with a protective plug that is screwed tight (as in the delivery condition).

 The black, round cover of the USB auxiliary interface ("USB" connection) on the front is

screwed tight.

1. Ensure the power supply to which the LMS500 is connected is switched off.

2. Remove the system connector on the backside of the device. For this purpose undo the two fixing screws (Fig. 10.3.1 on page 107) and pull the system connector carefully off the device upwards.

3. The M16 cable entry (metal) has an earth connection to the device. If a screened connection cable is used, as necessary connect the screen braid on the cable to the cable entry. For this purpose, shorten the screen braid as appropriate before assembling the cable entry and fit over the plastic insert for the cable entry.

4. Undo the fitting for the M16 cable entry.

5. Pull the cable for supply voltage and switching outputs with maximum outside diameter  10 mm through the plastic insert for the M16 cable entry.

6. Connect electrically isolated wires to the both terminal blocks.

7. If necessary, connect screen braid on the cable to the cable entry.

8. Fit M16 cable entry fitting and tighten.

9. Carefully re-fit the system connector to the LMS500.

10. Tighten the fixing screws for the system connector.

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LMS581

M12× 5-pin

Blue or yellow = GND

Brown = V

Part no. 6036159, 5 m Part no. 6042565, 10 m Part no. 6042564, 20 m

Female connector

Black or green = GND heat.

White = V

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6.5.4 LMS511/LMS531/LMS581: Connecting the round M12 plug-in connectors

Prerequisites on the device for enclosure rating IP 67

 The system connector is plugged on the device, its two screws are tightended.  The device is only connected on the M12 plug-in connectors provided for this purpose.  Only use round plug-in connectors that are compliant with enclosure rating IP 67.  The cables plugged into the M12 round plug-in connections must be screwed tight. Any

electrical connections that are not being used must be fitted with protective caps or plugs that are screwed tight (as in the delivery condition).

 The black, round cover of the USB auxiliary interface ("USB" connection) on the front is

screwed tight.

Pre-assembled cables are available as accessories for the connection to the round M12 plug-in connectors. These comprise the round plug-in connector and 5 m, 10 m or 20 m of cable with flying leads.

Connection of the voltage supply on the LMS511/LMS531/LMS581

Pre-assembled cables with flying leads are available for the supply to the LMS511/ LMS531/LMS581.

Fig. 45: LMS511/LMS531/LMS581: connection of the voltage supply

On the connection cables part no. 6036159, part no. 6042565 and part no. 6042564 the wires for GND and GND heating are either blue and black or yellow and green.

The connection cables require the following minimum voltages at the open cable end:

 Part no. 6036159, 5 m: 19.2 V  Part no. 6042565, 10 m: 19.7 V  Part no. 6042564, 20 m: 21.4 V

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Female connector M12×8-pin

Part no. 6036153, 5 m Part no. 6028420, 10 m Part no. 6036154, 20 m

Yellow = TD+ (RS-422)

Green = RD+ (RS-422) White = RD–/RxD (RS-422/

RS-232)

Pink = NC (do not use)

Grey = GND (RS-422/RS-232)

Red = GND IN Sync

Blue = IN Sync

Brown = TD–/TxD (RS-422/ RS-232)

LMS511 Lite

Male connector M12×8-pin

Part no. 6036155, 5 m Part no. 6036156, 10 m Part no. 6036157, 20 m

Pink = OUT3/OUT Sync Brown = NC (do not use)

Yellow = OUT1

Green = GND IN1

White = IN1

Grey = OUT2

Red = V

OUT

Blue = GND OUT 1 ... 3

LMS511PRO/Heavy Duty LMS581 PRO

Yellow = NC (do not use)

Brown = V

OUT

Part no. 6042735, 5 m Part no. 6042736, 10 m Part no. 6042737, 20 m

Female connector M12×12-pin

Grey = NC (do not use)

White = OUT1 Green = GND RS-422/232/CAN Pink = OUT2

Red = RD+ (RS-422)

Blue = RD–/RxD (RS-422/232)

Black = TD–/TxD (RS-422/232)

Violet = TD+ (RS-422) Grey+pink = CAN bus low Red+blue = CAN bus high

LMS5xx

Electrical installation

LMS511 Lite: “Data” connection

Fig. 46: LMS511 Lite: “Data” connection

LMS511 Lite: “I/O” connection

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Fig. 47: LMS511 Lite: “I/O” connection

LMS511 PRO/LMS581 PRO Security/LMS511 Heavy Duty: “Data” connection

Fig. 48: LMS511 PRO/LMS581 PRO Security/LMS511 Heavy Duty: “Data” connection

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Yellow = IN3

Green = GND IN3/4

Part no. 6042732, 5 m Part no. 6042733, 10 m Part no. 6042734, 20 m

Male connector M12×12-pin

Black = GND OUT3 ... 6

White = IN1

Pink = IN2

Grey = IN4/IN Sync

Violet = OUT4

Red = OUT3

Blue = GND IN1/2

Brown = V

OUT 3 ... 6

Red+blue = OUT6/OUT Sync

Grey+pink = OUT5

LMS531 Lite

Security

Female connector M12×8-pin

Part no. 6036153, 5 m Part no. 6028420, 10 m Part no. 6036154, 20 m

Yellow = Reserved

Green = Reserved White = A/DA (IN1)

Pink =Reserved

Grey = Reserved

Red = GND IN

Blue = IN3

Brown = WT (IN2)

LMS531 Lite

Security

Male connector M12×8-pin

Part no. 6036155, 5 m Part no. 6036156, 10 m Part no. 6036157, 20 m

Pink = Error B Brown = Alarm B

Yellow = Alarm R B

Green = Alarm R A

White = Alarm A

Grey = Error A

Red = GND Sab

Blue = Sab

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LMS511 PRO/LMS581 PRO Security/LMS511 Heavy Duty: “I/O” connection

Fig. 49: LMS511 PRO/LMS581 PRO Security/LMS511 Heavy Duty: “I/O” connection

LMS531 Lite Security: “Inputs” connection

Fig. 50: LMS531 Lite Security: “Inputs” connection

LMS531 Lite Security: “Alarm” connection

Fig. 51: LMS531 Lite Security: “Alarm” connection

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Security

Yellow = WT (IN2)

Brown = A/DA (IN1)

Part no. 6042735, 5 m Part no. 6042736, 10 m Part no. 6042737, 20 m

Dose M12×12-polig

Grey = TEACH (IN4)

White = GND IN Green = GND RS-422/232/CAN Pink = D/N (IN3)

Red = RD+ (RS-422)

Blue = RD–/RxD (RS-422/232)

Black = TD–/TxD (RS-422/

232)

Violet = TD+ (RS-422) Grey+pink = CAN-Bus low Red+blue = CAN-Bus high

LMS531 PRO

Security

Yellow = Alarm R B

Green = Alarm R A

Part no. 6042732, 5 m Part no. 6042733, 10 m Part no. 6042734, 20 m

Stecker M12×12-polig

Black = Disq. A

White = Alarm B

Pink = Error A

Grey = Error B

Violet = Disq. B

Red = Sab A

Blue = Sab A

Brown = Alarm A

Red+blue = Sab R B

Grey +pink = Sab R A

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Electrical installation

LMS531 PRO Security: “Inputs” connection

Fig. 52: LMS531 PRO Security: “Inputs” connection

LMS531 PRO Security: “Alarm” connection

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Fig. 53: LMS531 PRO Security: “Alarm” connection“

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IN1

GND IN1

GND

VS = DC 19.2 … 28.8 V

External switch

LMS5xx

IN1

GND IN1

External signal source UIN = 11 V … 30 V

LMS5xx

INC1 IN3

INC2 IN4

GND

encoder

GND

0°

90°

Electrical installation

6.5.5 Wiring of inputs and outputs on the LMS5xx

Connecting digital inputs as non-floating

Fig. 54: Connecting digital inputs as non-floating

Connecting digital inputs as floating

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Fig. 55: Connecting digital inputs as floating

Important The inputs require a switching voltage of at least 11 V. For this reason the supply voltage

must be at least 11 V.

Wiring encoder inputs (LMS5xx PRO/Heavy Duty only)

Fig. 56: Wiring encoder inputs

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IN1 ... IN4

GND IN

LMS5xx

LMS5xx PLC

OUT1 + 2 I

max

= 250 mA

OUT1/2

LMS5xx

OUT3 ... 6 I

max

= 100 mA

OUT3 ... 6

PLC

GND V

OUT

LMS5xx

Electrical installation

Input circuit IN1 to IN4

Fig. 57: Input circuit IN1 to IN4

Connection of the outputs of the LMS5xx to a PLC

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Fig. 58: Connection of the outputs 1 or 2 to a PLC (active low)

Fig. 59: Connection of the outputs 3 ... 6 to a PLC (active high)

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Alarm B

Alarm R B

Alarm A

Alarm R A

0 

LMS5xx Host

RxD

TxD

GND

TxD

RxD

GND

RD+ RD–

TD+ TD–

RD+ RD–

GND

LMS5xx

Host

RS-232

RS-422

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Connection of the outputs of the LMS531 Security to an alarm system

Fig. 60: Resistance-monitored connection of the outputs of the LMS531 Security to an alarm

system

Wiring of the RS232 or RS-422 interface

A shielded cable is required for the wiring of the RS-232 or the RS-422 interface.  Pay attention to the max. cable length as per section 6.4.4 “General conditions for the

data interfaces” on page 75.

Fig. 61: Wiring of the RS232 or RS422 interface

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7 Commissioning and configuration

Danger due to incorrect commissioning and configuration!

Commissioning requires a thorough check by qualified personnel! Before you operate a system equipped with the LMS5xx for the first time, make sure that

the system is first checked and approved by qualified personnel. On this issue, observe the notes in chapter 2 “For your safety” on page 9.

Commissioning, configuration and diagnostics are carried out using the SOPAS ET configuration software supplied.

7.1 Overview of the commissioning steps

 Install SOPAS ET configuration software.  Establish communication with the LMS5xx.  Create a customer specific parameter set using SOPAS ET, save in non-volatile memory

in the LMS5xx and on the PC.

 Test the LMS5xx for correct function.

Chapter 7

7.2 SOPAS ET configuration software

The interactive configuration is carried out using SOPAS ET. Using this configuration software, you can configure and test the measurement properties, the analysis behaviour and the output properties of the system as required. The configuration data can be saved as a parameter set (project file) on the PC and archived.

Help for the program user interface as well as for the different options can be found in SOPAS ET:

 menu H

different options

 H

for the visible dialog

 tool tips: Move the mouse pointer over an input field. A short text (“tool tip”) with

information about valid entries appears.

Primary functions are:

 selection of the menu language (German/English)  establishment of the communication with the LMS5xx  password-protected configuration with different operating levels  system diagnostics

7.2.1 System requirements for SOPAS ET

ELP, HELP F1: comprehensive online help for the program interface and the

ELP window (on the bottom left in the program user interface): context sensitive help

The configuration software SOPAS ET, the current system prerequisites for the PC, and the instructions for downloading the software and the device description file(s) can be found online at:

 http://www.sick.com/SOPAS_ET

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7.2.2 Download and installation of SOPAS ET

1. Start PC.

2. Download and install the latest version of the SOPAS ET configuration software, as well as current device description file (*.sdd) for the LMS5xx variant, from the online product page for the software by following the instructions provided there.

3. In this case, select the “Complete” option as suggested by the install wizard. Administrator rights may be required on the PC to install the software

4. Start the “SOPAS ET” program option after completing the installation. Path: Start > Programs > SICK > SOPAS ET Engineering Tool > SOPAS.

5. Establish a connection between SOPAS ET and LMS5xx via the wizard which opens automatically. To do so, under the devices available depending on the connected communication interface, e.g. Ethernet, select the LMS5xx. (Default Ethernet address: IP address: 192.168.0.1, Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0). SOPAS ET establishes communication with the LMS5xx and loads the associated device description file for the LMS1xx.

7.2.3 SOPAS ET default setting

Parameter Value

Language for the user interface English (the software must be re-started after a

change) Units of length Metric User group (operating level) Machine operator Download of the parameters to the LMS5xx Immediate on change, temporary in the LMS5xx RAM Upload of the parameters from the LMS5xx After switching online, automatic Window layout 3 (project tree, help, working area)

Tab. 39: SOPAS ET default setting

7.3 Establish communication with the LMS5xx

Important For communication via Ethernet TCPIP, the TCPIP protocol must be active on the PC.

On the connection of PC/host, following this sequence:

1. Connect the PC to the LMS5xx using a data cable.

2. Switch on the PC.

3. Switch on the supply voltage for the LMS5xx. The LMS5xx performs a self-test and initializes itself.

7.3.1 Connect the data interfaces

 Connect the LMS5xx to the PC using the following data interface:

 USB (see Fig. 43 on page 76) or  Ethernet (see Fig. 44 on page 76) or  RS-232/RS-422 (see Fig. 46 on page 79)

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7.3.2 Starting SOPAS ET and opening the scan assistant

1. Start SOPAS ET. By default SOPAS ET opens the program window with the English user interface.

2. To change the language setting, in the start dialog box click C T

OOLS, OPTIONS change the language for the user interface to GERMAN/DEUTSCH.

3. If the language setting has been modified, quit SOPAS ET and re-start.

4. In the dialog box, choose the option C

5. In the main window in S The S

CAN ASSISTANT dialog box appears.

CAN ASSISTANT click the CONFIGURATION button.

REATE NEW PROJECT and confirm with OK.

7.3.3 Configuring the Ethernet connection

Important Deactivate all programs on your PC/notebook that access Ethernet or TCP/IP.

1. In the SCAN ASSISTANT dialog, under INTERNET PROTOCOL, IP COMMUNICATION, select the A

CTIVATE IP COMMUNICATION checkbox and the USE AUTOIP checkbox.

2. Confirm the settings in the S The S

CAN ASSISTANT dialog box is closed.

CAN ASSISTANT dialog box with OK.

3. In addition, the parameter set has to be saved as a project file (*.spr file with configuration data) on the PC to be used as a base for replacing a faulty LMS5xx if required.

ANCEL and using the menu

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7.3.4 Configuring the serial connection

1. In the S the A

2. Click the A

3. Choose following P

CAN ASSISTANT dialog box, under SERIAL CONNECTION, STANDARD PROTOCOL, activate

CTIVATE SERIAL COMMUNICATION checkbox.

DVANCED... button.

ORT SETTINGS: 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit.

4. Confirm the settings with OK. The A

DVANCED SCAN SETTINGS dialog box is closed.

5. Confirm the settings in the S The S

CAN ASSISTANT dialog box is closed.

CAN ASSISTANT dialog box with OK.

7.3.5 Performing scan

1. In the S

2. Choose devices listed and accept using A

CAN ASSISTANT dialog box, click on the START SCAN button.

DD DEVICE.

A scan is performed for devices connected via the connection. SOPAS ET adds the devices found to the project tree and uploads the actual parameter set from the device.

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Parameter set in the LMS5xx RAM

Parameter set saved in non-volatile memory

Factory settings for the LMS5xx

RAM

EEPROM

ROM

Open project file with current parameter set

RAM

Saved project file with archived parameter set (*.spr)

Hard disc

Upload

Download

LMS5xx PC with SOPAS ET

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Operating Instructions

7.4 Initial commissioning

The LMS5xx is adapted to the local measurement or detecting situation using SOPAS ET. For this purpose a custom parameter set of the parameter values is created using SOPAS ET. The parameter set can either be loaded initially from the device (upload, initial commissioning: factory settings). Or it can be prepared independently, based on the factory settings or as modification of an existing parameter set of the same device type and firmware version.

The parameter set is then loaded into the LMS5xx (download). This action is performed either immediately (SOPAS ET option I D

OWNLOAD ALL PARAMETERS TO THE DEVICE).

Important Once the configuration has been completed, the changed parameter set must be saved in

the non-volatile memory in the LMS5xx. Due to a saving concept, it is recommeded to save the parameter set also as a project file (*.spr file with configuration data) on the PC.

MMEDIATE DOWNLOAD) or manually (SOPAS ET command

Fig. 62: Principle of data storage

7.4.1 Configuring the LMS5xx

You can configure the LMS5xx in two ways:  Interactively using SOPAS ET

This section describes the interactive configuration.

 Using configuration telegrams

On this subject please read section 3.13 “Data communication using telegrams” on

page 48.

Interactive configuration using SOPAS ET

All parameters that can be configured for the LMS5xx are combined into a corresponding device description (sdd file) for SOPAS ET. You can open this file using the device description project tree.

The function of each parameter is explained in a context-sensitive online help ([F1] key). The valid range of values and the default are listed in the P button when the pointer is positioned over the parameter).

ARAMETER INFO window (right mouse

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Important Software access to the LMS5xx is password protected. Following completion of the

configuration, you should change the password so that it can perform its protective function.

User level Password

Maintenance personnel main Authorised client client

Tab. 40: LMS5xx passwords

A password is not defined for the Operator user level as supplied. Use the project tree in SOPAS ET to configure the parameters necessary for your application.

Chapter 7

Loss of configuration data in the connected LMS5xx

 Do not switch off the voltage supply while configuring the LMS5xx. Otherwise all

parameters not yet saved permanently will be lost.

1. From the OPTIONS menu select the LOGIN DEVICE command and log in to the system using the password “client” as A

UTHORISED CLIENT.

2. Configure the LMS5xx for the required application with the aid of the parameters in SOPAS ET.

Help for the program user interface as well as for the different options can be found in SOPAS ET.

Resetting the configuration

Recommendation To reset the LMS5xx to the default delivery status, please use the “Factory Default” option

in the SOPAS software.

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7.5 Connection and test measurement

Use the graphic scan view in SOPAS ET to verify the generated measured values and to verify the measurement area online.

1. In the project tree, choose LMS…, M

2. In order to start the measurement, click on P

3. Compare the measurement line with the desired result.

Important –The S

PC and is not output in real-time. For this reason not all measured values are displayed. The same limitation also applies when saving measured values displayed in a file.

– The monitor displays the measured values unfiltered, i.e. the action of filters can not

be checked with the aid of the monitor.

4. After completing the test measurement successfully, save the configuration permanently to the LMS5xx: menu LMS…, P

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ONITOR, SCAN VIEW.

LAY.

CAN VIEW in the MONITOR is dependent on the available computing power of the

ARAMETER, SAVE PERMANENT.

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8 Maintenance

Maintenance

Claims under the warranty rendered void!

The housing of the LMS5xx is sealed. Type-dependent, the devices have a diffent quantity of sealing stickers across their components (LMS500 Lite/PRO, LMS511 Lite/PRO, LMS531 Lite/PRO, LMS581 PRO: two stickers, LMS511 Heavy Duty: three stickers). Claims under the warranty against SICK AG will be rendered void if the screwed housing is opened and/or the seals are damaged. The housing is only allowed to be opened by SICK authorized service personnel.

Chapter 8

8.1 Maintenance during operation

8.1.1 Cleaning the front screen

The LMS5xx laser measurement sensor is largely maintenance-free. The front screen on the LMS5xx should however be regularly cleaned and also if contaminated.

 Do not use aggressive detergents.  Do not use abrasive cleaning agents.

Important Static charges cause dust particles to be attracted to the front screen.

You reduce this effect by using the antistatic plastic cleaner (SICK part no. 5600006) and the SICK lens cloth (part no. 4003353). See section 11.1 “Ordering information” on

page 115.

How to clean the front screen:

1. Use a clean and soft brush to remove dust from the front screen.

2. Wipe the front screen with a clean and damp cloth (antistatic plastic cleaner).

8.2 Exchanging an LMS5xx

Incorrect or damaged LMS5xx have to removed and reclaped with either new or repaired LMS5xx of the same type.

Important Do not make any repairs to the device!

The LMS5xx does not contain any repairable components. For this reason do not open the components of the LMS5xx.

The following parts can be replaced by the user:

 Sensor with all components as complete replacement device unit  Only possible with LMS500 PRO/Lite (Indoor) and LMS511 Heavy Duty (Outdoor):

Sensor as replacement device using the former system connector (with cloning parameter memory).

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LMS511 Heavy DutyLMS500 Lite/PRO

System connector

Maintenance

LMS5xx Laser Measurement Sensors

Operating Instructions

As all external cable connections end in the system connector or in the round plug-in connectors, it is not necessary to re-install the device electrically on a device replacement. The replacement unit can then be simply connected. If the LMS5xx is to be replaced, proceed type-dependently as follows.

Switch the entire machine/system offline!

The machine/system could inadvertently start up while you are connecting the device.  Ensure that the entire machine/system is disconnected during the exchange

procedure.

8.2.1 Replacement of LMS500 Lite/PRO or LMS511 Heavy Duty using the former

system connector (parameter cloning)

Fig. 63: Disassemble the system connector

Risk of damage due to environmental influences!

If the system connctor is removed from the device, the device and the electrical contacts are unprotected and the enclosure rating no longer corresponds IP 65/67.

 Replace sensors with removable system connectors (dismantling and fitting) only in dry,

clean and dust-free surroundings. If necessary, place the sensor for this purpose from the outdoor area in a suitable indoor area.

 To prevent damage to the sensors, firmly attach the existing system connector to the

replacement device immediately after replacement.

 Additionally, immediately attach the remaining, non-wired connector for the

replacement device firmly to the removed (and potentially defective) sensor.

 Make sure that the inlay sealing, the supporting surface opposite, and all the electrical

contacts of the system connector are free from dirt and moisture.

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1. Switch off the voltage supply for the LMS5xx.

2. Remove the sensor from the holder. If necessary, mark the sensor's situation and alignment on the holder or environment.

3. Optional: If the device is equipped with a protection hood/weather protection hood, remove the hood from the LMS5xx.

4. LMS511 Heavy Duty: Break the seal named "Remove for cloning" of the system connector on the backside of the device.

5. Loosen the system connector incl. all wired cables/fixed cables on the sensor (two screws) and remove the connector.

6. Remove also the unused system connector from the correspondent replacement device.

7. Immediately plug on and fix the former system connector incl. cables on the backside of the replacement device.

8. Optional: Re-install the protection hood/weather protection hood to the replacement device.

9. Mount the replacement device to the holder (see chapter 5 “Mounting” on page 53) and check the correct orientation of the device.

10. Configure automatically the replacement device. See chapter 8.2.3 “Parameter cloning

function of LMS500 PRO/Lite and LMS511 Heavy Duty” on page 94.

Important In the case of a complete device replacement, including the system connector (LMS500:

rewiring!), the replacement device must be configured manually. This is carried out using the parameter set from the former device, which is saved on your PC due to the saving concept (see chapter 7 “Commissioning and configuration” on page 85).

8.2.2 Complete replacement of LMS511 PRO/Lite, LMS531 PRO/Lite Security or

LMS581 PRO (without using the former system connector)

1. Switch off the voltage supply for the LMS5xx.

2. Loosen and remove all round plug-in connectors from the device.

3. Remove the sensor from the holder. If necessary, mark the sensor's situation and alignment on the holder or environment.

4. Optional: If the device is equipped with a protection hood/weather protection hood, remove the hood from the LMS5xx.

5. Optional: Re-install the protection hood/weather protection hood to the replacement device.

6. Mount the replacement device to the holder (see chapter 5 “Mounting” on page 53) and check the correct orientation of the device.

7. Reconnect all connection cables to the replacement device and fix them.

8. Configure the replacement device manually by using the parameter set of the former device saved on the PC due to the saving concept (see chapter 7 “Commissioning and

configuration” on page 85).

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8.2.3 Parameter cloning function of LMS500 PRO/Lite and LMS511 Heavy Duty

Important The parameter cloning function can only be used between devices of the same type (e.g.,

LMS500 PRO with LMS500 PRO)!

Functionality

When the supply voltage is switched on, the LMS5xx starts up and organizes its current parameter values as follows:  Initial commissioning of a brand-new LMS5xx:

The sensor starts with the default setting, set at the factory. The cloning parameter memory of the system connector contains the default setting.

 Each time the functional configuration of the LMS5xx is changed:

The sensor saves the parameter values permanently in its internal, non-volatile parameter memory. Additionally, it always saves a permanent copy of the parameter set in the cloning parameter memory of the system connector. (This is initiated using SOPAS ET and the "Save permanent" function.) The parameter set remains saved in the system connector even if the power supply is interrupted.

 The next time it is started up, the sensor transfers the parameter set from the cloning

parameter memory to its RAM.

Operating Instructions

See also section 7.4 “Initial commissioning” on page 88.

If an LMS5xx is replaced, after start-up the replacement device checks whether there is a plausible parameter set in the system connector. If so, the sensor loads this parameter set to its RAM ("cloning connector gains" strategy). As the existing system connector continues to be in use, the LMS500 PRO/Lite and the LMS511 Heavy Duty therefore make it possible for the last parameter values used in the system connector to be passed on to a replacement device of the same type automatically (cloning).

Cloning involves the replacement device accepting all the adjustable parameters, including the IP address. Accordingly, the process overwrites all the existing parameter values in the device. The exceptions in this case are the following parameters, which are always devicespecific: serial number, MAC address, operating hours counter, and error memory.

Important Testing the device for application suitability by means of acceptance after device

replacement If the replacement device is going on to be used unchanged, with the existing system

connector and the parameter values saved in it for the application, acceptance by a qualified person is not required. However, a test based on the regulations for daily testing, or a functional test, must be carried out.

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If the replacement device is going on to be used with a system connector that is different from the previous one, the existing configuration must be transferred to the sensor using SOPAS. In this case, acceptance by a qualified person may be required (depending on the system; e.g., Security).

8.2.4 Returns

 Only return devices after consultation with the SICK Support.

Important To enable efficient processing and allow us to determine the cause quickly, please include

the following when making a return:

 Details of a contact person  A description of the application  Adescription of the fault that occurred

Chapter 8

8.3 Decommissioning

8.3.1 Disposal

The design of the LMS5xx allows for its separation as recyclable secondary raw materials and hazardous waste (electronic scrap).

Important Danger to the environment due to improper disposal of the LMS5xx:

Disposing of LMS5xx improperly may cause damage to the environment.

 Always observe the valid national regulations on environmental protection.  Following correct disassembly, pass on any commercially viable disassembled

components for recycling. Separate materials as far as possible by type.

SICK AG is not currently able to take back devices that can no longer be used.

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9 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Claims under the warranty rendered void!

The housing of the LMS5xx is sealed. Type-dependent, the devices have a diffent quanitity of sealing stickers across their components. Claims under the warranty against SICK AG will be rendered void if the screwed housing is opened and/or the seals are damaged. The housing is only allowed to be opened by SICK authorized service personnel.

“Exchanging an LMS5xx” on page 91.

This chapter describes how to identify and rectify errors and malfunctions of the LMS5xx.

Chapter 9

9.1 In the event of faults or errors

Danger due to malfunction!

Cease operation if the cause of the malfunction has not been clearly identified!  Stop the machine/system if you cannot clearly identify or allocate the error and if you

cannot safely rectify the malfunction.

9.2 Error displays of the indicator lights

Display Possible cause Rectification of the error

Ù andØoff Ð illuminated Ð flashes with 1 Hz

No operating voltage, or voltage too low

Front screen lightly contaminated (warning)

Front screen heavily contaminated (error)

System error  Pay attention to the error display of the

Ð illuminated

Tab. 41: Error displays of the LEDs

 Check the voltage supply and activate, if

necessary.

 Clean the front screen.

7segment display or carry out a diagnostics with the aid of SOPAS ET.

 Switch the device off and back on again.

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9.3 Indications of the 7-segment display

Display Possible cause Rectification of the error

, , …













No error Device in measurement mode

IDLE mode, the outputs are in the OFF state, the laser is switched off.

Motor starts No error. LMS5xx faulty  Send the LMS5xx to the manufacturer for

Slave sync lost  Reestablish slave connection. Temperature too low

(indoor variant only) Heater not connected or

temperature too low (outdoor variant only)

No error. If the criteria for the IDLE mode are withdrawn, readiness for operation is reestablished.

repair.

 The ambient temperature is too low for

measurement operation.

 Wait for device heating.  Check the connection of the heater.  Send the LMS5xx to the manufacturer for

repair.

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Tab. 42: Indications of the 7segment display

9.4 Detailed error analysis

The LMS5xx outputs occurring errors in various ways. Errors are output in stages and always permit detailed analysis:

 Communication errors can occur on the transfer of telegrams to the LMS5xx. The

LMS5xx then returns an error code.

9.4.1 Field evaluation monitor

Using the field evaluation monitor, you can analyse whether and how evaluation fields are infringed and how the outputs on the LMS5xx behave.

PROJECT TREE, LMS…, MONITOR, FIELD EVALUATION MONITOR.

9.4.2 Field evaluation logging

Using the field evaluation logging you can log, save and subsequently play back the operation of LMS5xx. It is used for diagnostics over extended periods and for the analysis of malfunctions or for the optimisation of processes.

PROJECT TREE, LMS…, MONITOR, FIELD EVALUATION LOGGING.

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If an error cannot be eliminated, it is possible that the LMS5xx is defective. The LMS5xx cannot be repaired by the user, meaning that it is not possible to re-establish

functions after a failure. Interrupting or modifying the LMS5xx will invalidate any warranty claims against SICK AG.

However, the LMS5xx can be rapidly replaced by the user, see section 8.2 “Exchanging an

LMS5xx” on page 91.

 If an error occurs which cannot be eliminated, please contact SICK Support. Please

refer to the back page of these operating instructions for your agent's contact details.

Important Before calling, make a note of all type label data such as type code, serial number, etc. to

ensure faster processing.

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SICK LMS500-20000, LMS511-20100, LMS500-21000, LMS511-12100, LMS511-21100 Operating Instructions Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of contents

1 About this document

1.1 Information regarding the operating instructions

1.2 Scope

1.2.1 LMS5xx variants

1.2.2 Software versions

1.3 Depth of information

1.4 Explanation of symbols

1.5 Further information

1.6 Customer service

2 For your safety

2.1 Correct use

2.2 Incorrect use

2.3 IP technology

2.4 Limitation of liability

2.5 Modifications and conversions

2.6 Requirements for skilled persons and operating personnel

2.7 General safety notes and protective measures

2.8 Hazard warnings and operational safety

2.8.1 Laser radiation

2.8.2 Electrical installation work

2.8.3 Damaging potential equalization currents due to different ground potentials

2.9 Quick stop and restart

2.9.1 Switching off the LMS5xx

2.9.2 Switching back on the LMS5xx

2.10 Environmental protection

2.10.1 Power consumption

2.11 Repair

3 Product description

3.1 Delivery

3.2 Device variants

3.3 Type code

3.3.1 Marking scheme of standard variants

3.4 Special features of the LMS5xx

3.6 Controls and status indicators

3.6.1 User interface

3.6.2 Status indicators

3.7 Operating principle of the LMS5xx

3.7.1 Scanning range of the LMS5xx

3.7.2 Beam diameter and distance between measured points

3.7.3 Minimum object size

3.7.4 Contamination measurement

3.8 Applications

3.9 Measurement of objects

3.9.1 Basic parameters

3.9.2 Filter

3.9.3 Measured value output

3.9.4 Measured value output for a pulse reflected with multiple echoes

3.9.5 RSSI values

3.10 Field application

3.10.1 Evaluation cases

3.10.2 Evaluation fields

3.10.3 Operator for the evaluation cases on the output

3.11 Inputs and outputs

3.11.1 Digital switching inputs

3.11.2 Encoder inputs

3.11.3 Digital switching outputs

3.11.4 Relay outputs

3.11.5 Synchronisation of several LMS5xx

3.11.6 Logical operators for inputs and outputs

3.12 Data interfaces

3.12.1 Ethernet interface

3.12.2 Serial host interface

3.12.3 USB auxiliary interface

3.13 Data communication using telegrams

3.13.1 Frame and coding for the telegrams

3.14 Planning

3.14.1 LMS5xx system requirements

3.14.2 Mounting requirements

3.14.3 Distance between LMS5xx and the object/surface to be monitored

4 Transport and storage

4.1 Transport

4.2 Transport inspection

4.3 Storage

5 Mounting

5.1 Overview of the mounting steps