Accu AXIOM User manual

AXIOM™/AXIOM-X™
Laser Bar Code Scanning Solutions
Product Line Manual

AXIOM / AXIOM-X Product Line Manual Revision 1.0
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Contents
Preface
Intended Audience......................................................................................................vii
Thank You...................................................................................................................vii
Other Sources of Information......................................................................................vii
Conventions...............................................................................................................viii
Customer Service ......................................................................................................viii
1 Introduction
AXIOM Product Line Overview.....................................................................................9
AXCESS™ Configuration Setup Software .................................................................10
2 Safety
Symbols.....................................................................................................................11
General Precautions ..................................................................................................12
Unpacking, Mounting and Installation Recommendations..........................................12
Compliance Requirements.........................................................................................13
Electrical Safety.........................................................................................................13
Electrical Grounding Requirements............................................................................14
Electrostatic Discharge ..............................................................................................14
Basic Rules for ESD Control......................................................................................14
Laser Safety...............................................................................................................15
Safety Labels and Locations......................................................................................16
3 Mechanical Installation
Preparing to Install.....................................................................................................17
Installation Sequence(s).............................................................................................18
Orientation Considerations.........................................................................................19
Read Range...............................................................................................................19
Bar Code Orientation to Scanning Area (AXIOM) .....................................................20
Bar Code Orientation to Scanning Area (AXIOM-X) ..................................................21
General Mounting Guidelines.....................................................................................22
Reader Positioning.....................................................................................................22
Dimensions and Clearances ......................................................................................23
Attaching the Wiring Base..........................................................................................23
Attaching the Universal Mounting Bracket (UMB)......................................................24
Attaching the Power Supply to UMB..........................................................................25
Attaching the X-Pattern Mounting Bracket (XMB, AXIOM) ........................................27
Mounting the Trigger Photoeye..................................................................................30
Mounting the Height Tracking Photoeyes ..................................................................31
Mounting the Tachometer..........................................................................................33
Mounting the I/O Modules..........................................................................................34
Check Scan Head Excessive Shock Indicator ..........................................................36
Installing an AXIOM Scan Head.................................................................................37
Installing an AXIOM-X Scan Head.............................................................................39
Safety during AXIOM-X Scan Head Installation ........................................................41
4 Electrical Installation
Preparing for Electrical Installation.............................................................................43
Installation Sequence(s).............................................................................................44
General Electrical Installation Guidelines...................................................................45
Wiring the AXIOM / AXIOM-X....................................................................................46
Cable and Conduit Connections.................................................................................48
How to Maintain an IP65 Rating.................................................................................50
Power Supply Connections........................................................................................51
Polarity Check ...........................................................................................................53
Trigger Connections...................................................................................................54
Tachometer Connections...........................................................................................55

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RS232/422 Communications Connections.................................................................57
Ethernet Communications Connections.....................................................................58
I/O Module Connections.............................................................................................59
Installing a Scan Head...............................................................................................61
Check Installation.......................................................................................................61
5 Setup
Getting Started...........................................................................................................63
To download the latest version of AXCESS ..............................................................63
To install the AXCESS for AXIOM software ..............................................................64
To start the AXCESS for AXIOM software.................................................................64
AXCESS User Interface Basics ................................................................................65
Navigating AXCESS ..................................................................................................68
Connecting to an AXIOM.........................................................................................71
To connect to an AXIOM via the setup cable........................................................71
To open a communications port............................................................................72
Reader's Information Buttons ...............................................................................72
To connect to an AXIOM via a network.................................................................73
To Add an AXIOM to the Reader's IP Address list................................................74
Modify .......................................................................................................................75
AXIOM Configuration ................................................................................................76
Reader Information ..............................................................................................76
Configuration Options ..........................................................................................77
Control Panel Options ..........................................................................................77
Network Access Options ......................................................................................78
Bar Code Setup .......................................................................................................79
Adding, Editing, Moving and Removing a Bar Code ...........................................80
Bar Code Groups.......................................................................................................81
Defining a Bar Code Group..................................................................................81
User-Defined Mod Checks ........................................................................................82
Bar Code Padding and Stripping ...............................................................................83
Match Codes Setup ..................................................................................................84
Serial Communications (Port #) .................................................................................85
Message Format..................................................................................................86
Network Settings (Net #) ..........................................................................................87
Advanced Network Settings ................................................................................89
Ethernet IP Settings ..................................................................................................90
Message Definitions (user-defined messages) .........................................................92
Message Content ................................................................................................93
Trigger and Relay Settings ........................................................................................94
Trigger Source (Hardware, Software, Continuous) ............................................94
I/O Options...........................................................................................................96
Tracking ....................................................................................................................97
Tachometer Source .............................................................................................99
Transmit Point .....................................................................................................99
AXIOM Mounting ...............................................................................................100
Advanced Tracking ............................................................................................102
DRX (Advanced Settings)....................................................................................... 103
Save/Retrieve Settings ..........................................................................................104
Save Parameters to Disk ...................................................................................105
Save Parameters from Disk...............................................................................106
Backup AXIOM Parameters to Base..................................................................107
Restore AXIOM Parameters from Base ............................................................107
Exiting AXCESS.......................................................................................................107
Drop-down Menus..................................................................................................108
File ....................................................................................................................108
Configuration .....................................................................................................109
Setup (Standard / Advanced) ......................................................................109
Tools .................................................................................................................110
Compare Parameters...................................................................................111
Visual Keyboard...........................................................................................114
AXIOM Commands (Reboot AXIOM, Test Mode On / Off) .........................115
Save LogView to File ....................................................................................115

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Help ...................................................................................................................115
Toolbar....................................................................................................................116
6 Operations
First-time Startup .....................................................................................................117
Default Parameters..................................................................................................117
First-time Setup........................................................................................................118
Check Operations using Test Mode.........................................................................118
Operations Checklist................................................................................................119
Control Panel Status Indicators................................................................................120
Backup / Restore Procedures..................................................................................123
Checking Operations with AXCESS.........................................................................124
Standalone Operation..............................................................................................126
Tracking Operation ..................................................................................................127
Dual X-Scanning Operation .....................................................................................128
Multiple-Reader Network Operation.........................................................................129
Scanning Array / Tunnel Operation..........................................................................130
7 Maintenance
Tools and Materials Required .................................................................................131
Laser Shutoff Procedure..........................................................................................132
Maintenance Tasks..................................................................................................133
Exterior Cleaning .....................................................................................................133
Cleaning Exit Window..............................................................................................134
Cleaning Trigger Photoeye ......................................................................................135
Verify Trigger Photoeye Operation.....................................................................135
Cleaning Tachometer...............................................................................................136
Verify Tachometer Operation.............................................................................136
Tighten Mounting Hardware.....................................................................................137
Checking Wiring Base Connections ........................................................................137
Verify Reader Operations.........................................................................................137
8 Troubleshooting
Test Mode................................................................................................................139
Control Panel Status Indicators................................................................................140
Wiring Base Status Indicators..................................................................................143
Diagnostics ..............................................................................................................144
AXIOM Monitor ..................................................................................................144
Status LEDs.................................................................................................145
Read Quality and Box Information ...............................................................146
Messages and Message Monitor .................................................................146
Log Viewer.........................................................................................................147
Log Viewer Commands................................................................................147
Read Rate Log View....................................................................................148
System Counters Log View..........................................................................150
Message Log View.......................................................................................153
Display Lasers Log View..............................................................................154
Update Firmware................................................................................................156
PCS Troubleshooting Tables ..................................................................................157
9 Service
Replacement Procedures.........................................................................................159
External Devices......................................................................................................159
Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)...............................................................................159
AXIOM / AXIOM-X Illustrated Recommended Spare Parts List ..............................160
Replacing a Scan Head ...........................................................................................162
Replacing a Wiring Base..........................................................................................163
Replacing an I/O Module..........................................................................................164
Replacing a Power Supply.......................................................................................165
Replacing a Trigger Photoeye..................................................................................166
Replacing a Tachometer..........................................................................................167

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Appendices
A Specifications
Technical Specifications...........................................................................................169
Power Supplies........................................................................................................170
Output Modules........................................................................................................171
Input Modules ..........................................................................................................171
Certifications............................................................................................................172
B Read Charts
Scan Rate Explained............................................................................................... 173
AXIOM Line Scanning Applications .........................................................................174
AXIOM Omnidirectional Scanning Applications using XMB ....................................179
AXIOM-X Omnidirectional Scanning Applications ...................................................182
C Networking Guide
Ethernet Hardware Configuration ............................................................................185
Network Software Configuration ..............................................................................185
Controller / Client Communications .........................................................................186
Setting up AXIOMs for a Multi-reader Network ......................................................186
Network Host Communications ...............................................................................188
EtherNet/IP .............................................................................................................190
Remote Setup and Diagnostics ...............................................................................196
EtherNet/IP Object Models ......................................................................................198
D FAST Monitor
How to Configure an AXIOM for FAST Monitor Compatibility ..................................205
E Installation Drawings
Mechanical Drawings / Interconnection Drawings List ...........................................209
Index

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1Preface
The AXIOM™/ AXIOM-X™Product Line Manual from Accu-Sort Systems,
Inc. includes the information you need to effectively integrate the AXIOM /
AXIOM-X Bar Code Scanning Solution with your application. It contains
detailed information about the following:
Product features, capabilities, specifications and accessories
Safety information
Installation guidelines and procedures
Configuring the readers for your application
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
This preface explains how this user manual is organized and introduces
other sources of information that you will find useful.
Intended Audience
You should have a basic understanding of bar code scanning. Equipment
installers must be familiar with standard wiring techniques and terminology.
Because the AXCESS software runs in the Microsoft®Windows®
environment, you should know how to use a mouse, choose commands, and
work with windows and dialog boxes.
This manual contains some terms that may be unfamiliar. Use the glossary
at the back of this manual for assistance.
Thank You
Thank you for using an AXIOM bar code scanning solution and this manual.
We value your comments and feedback. Feel free to let us know what you
like or dislike about the product (or this manual) by e-mailing us at
[email protected].
You can also mail your comments to our corporate headquarters address or
call us directly at 1-800-BAR-CODE™or [phone].
NOTE: There may be additional material that was not available when this
product manual was produced. To learn if there is a documentation update,
go to our web site’s corresponding product page at www.accusort.com.
Other Sources of Information
You can choose from many information sources, including documentation,
training, and support services, to increase your knowledge and
understanding of the AXIOM bar code scanning solutions. If this manual
refers you to other documentation, use only the latest versions unless
otherwise specified.

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Conventions
WARNINGS or CAUTIONS: This symbol identifies a hazard or
procedure that, if incorrectly performed, could cause personal injury or
result in equipment damage. It is also used to bring the user’s attention to
details that are considered IMPORTANT.
HIGH VOLTAGE CAUTION: This symbol alerts the user they are about
to perform an action involving, either a dangerous level of voltage, or to
warn against an action that could result in damage to devices or electrical
shock.
LASER CAUTION: This symbol alerts the user they are about to perform
an action involving possible exposure to laser light radiation.
ESD CAUTION: This symbol identifies a procedure that requires you take
measures to prevent Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) e.g., use an ESD wrist
strap. Circuit boards are most at risk. Please follow ESD procedures.
NOTES: This symbol draws attention to details or procedures that may be
useful in improving, maintaining, or enhancing the performance of the
hardware or software being discussed.
NOTE REGARDING DIMENSIONAL REFERENCES: This manual
provides all dimensional references in inches. Metric references are
provided in millimeters and enclosed in brackets. For example: 10 inches
[254 mm].
Customer Service
Training
Accu-Sort Systems offers a complete set of training courses to help you and
your staff get the most out of your investment. We can help you develop a
training plan that provides thorough training for both your project team and
your end users. We will work with you to organize courses appropriate to
your job or area of responsibility. Training professionals can show you how
to plan your training throughout the implementation process so that the right
amount of information is delivered to key people when they need it the most.
You can attend courses at our training center, or you can arrange for our
trainers to teach at your facility. In addition, we can tailor standard courses or
develop custom courses to meet your needs.
Support
From on–site support to central support, our team of experienced
professionals provides the help and information you need to keep your
equipment working for you. This team includes your Account Manager and
Accu-Sort’s large staff of support specialists with expertise in your business
area and managing your hardware and software environment.
NOTE: If you have any problems or questions that require Accu-Sort's
assistance, direct your calls to Customer Service at 1-800-BAR-CODE™or
[phone].

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1Introduction
This chapter presents an introductory description of the AXIOM / AXIOM-X
laser bar code reader product line including:
AXIOM Product Line Overview
AXCESS User Interface
AXIOM Product Line Overview
The AXIOM line of laser bar code readers is designed with industrial and
manufacturing applications in mind. The AXIOM line scanners offer high-
speed scanning and high reliability in a rugged industrial enclosure. An
omnidirectional reader, the AXIOM-X, is also available. The entire AXIOM
product line offers a large depth of field that provides accurate bar code
reading at distances greater than 60 inches.
AXIOM Line Scanner AXIOM-X Omnidirectional Scanner
Though technologically advanced, the AXIOM product line is designed for
easy setup using AXCESS Setup software. AXCESS provides a familiar
Windows®-based user interface. Using the AXCESS Wizard or the AXCESS
Explorer, you can configure your readers without the need for onsite service.
Simply connect to your reader via setup cable or on-board Ethernet. Specify
valid bar code types, groups, match patterns, and pad or strip characters
from the decoded string. Define your I/O—including built-in trigger and
tachometer signals and up to four solid-state relays. When complete,
download your application settings to the AXIOM and you’re ready to go.
These features, along with comprehensive real-time performance monitoring,
make the AXIOM the leading bar code scanning solution in its class.
NOTE: Throughout this manual, unless there is a need to differentiate
between the AXIOM line scanner and AXIOM-X omnidirectional scanner,
the references AXIOM, reader or scanner will be used.

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AXCESS™Configuration Setup Software
AXCESS Setup Software is a Windows®-based software package that lets
you configure an AXIOM through a series of intuitive, user-friendly menus,
tools and dialog boxes. Context sensitive help is available to assist with use
of the software.
All AXIOM functions are selected from the standard menus, toolbar,
AXCESS Explorer, or the AXCESS Wizard, providing multiple access points
for all setup parameters.
With the AXCESS Setup Software, you can:
Integrate AXIOM to your system and application without custom
software.
Modify the AXIOM output messages to accommodate your system
needs.
Add or modify the bar code symbologies to be read by AXIOM.
Define up to four (4) relay input/outputs.
Monitor AXIOM performance using various diagnostic tools.
You can easily configure your AXIOM reader by using the AXCESS Setup
Software, a desktop or laptop computer, and the setup programming cable.
Setup can also be achieved on a network via communications with the
AXIOM through its’ Ethernet port. One software package and one setup
cable are required per installation.