Banner ZMX Series User manual

ZMX Series 3D Time of Flight Sensor
Instruction Manual
Original Instructions
230551 Rev. C
9 February 2023
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Contents
1 Product Description ..................................................................................................................................................... 3
1.1 Models .............................................................................................................................................................................................3
1.2 Features and Indicators .................................................................................................................................................................. 3
1.3 Sample Application: Bin Fill .............................................................................................................................................................3
1.4 Laser Description and Safety Information .......................................................................................................................................4
2 Installation Instructions ............................................................................................................................................... 6
2.1 Installation Best Practices ...............................................................................................................................................................6
2.2 Mount the Device ............................................................................................................................................................................ 6
2.3 Wiring ..............................................................................................................................................................................................7
2.4 Install the Software ..........................................................................................................................................................................7
3 Getting Started ..............................................................................................................................................................9
3.1 Connect to the Sensor .................................................................................................................................................................... 9
3.2 Set Up the ZMX Sensor .................................................................................................................................................................. 9
4 Banner 3D Configuration Workspace ....................................................................................................................... 11
4.1 Image Pane Parameters ................................................................................................................................................................ 11
4.2 Connection Pane ...........................................................................................................................................................................13
4.3 Sensor Controls Pane ...................................................................................................................................................................13
4.4 Fill Level Pane ...............................................................................................................................................................................15
4.4.1 Discrete Output ......................................................................................................................................................................17
4.5 Communications Pane ..................................................................................................................................................................17
4.5.1 DHCP .................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
4.6 Sensor Maintenance Pane ............................................................................................................................................................18
5 Specifications and Requirements ............................................................................................................................. 19
5.1 Specifications ................................................................................................................................................................................19
5.2 FCC Part 15 Class A ......................................................................................................................................................................20
5.3 Industry Canada ............................................................................................................................................................................20
5.4 Performance Curves ..................................................................................................................................................................... 21
5.5 PC Requirements ..........................................................................................................................................................................21
5.6 Dimensions ................................................................................................................................................................................... 22
5.7 Field of View Charts ......................................................................................................................................................................23
5.8 Factory Defaults ............................................................................................................................................................................23
6 Industrial Ethernet Overview ..................................................................................................................................... 25
6.1 EtherNet/IP™ .................................................................................................................................................................................25
6.1.1 Configuring the Sensor to use an Industrial Protocol ............................................................................................................. 25
6.1.2 ZMX Series EDS File Installation in ControlLogix Software ................................................................................................... 26
6.1.3 EtherNet/IP Configuration Using Generic Ethernet Module .................................................................................................. 31
6.1.4 Assembly Objects ..................................................................................................................................................................34
6.1.5 Controlling the ZMX Sensor .................................................................................................................................................. 38
6.2 Modbus® TCP ...............................................................................................................................................................................39
6.2.1 Configuring the Sensor to use an Industrial Protocol ............................................................................................................. 40
6.2.2 Using Input Bits ..................................................................................................................................................................... 40
6.2.3 ZMX Sensor Output Values ...................................................................................................................................................41
6.2.4 ZMX Sensor Input Values ......................................................................................................................................................43
6.3 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................................................ 44
6.3.1 Sensor Fault Codes ...............................................................................................................................................................44
6.3.2 Configuration Error Codes .....................................................................................................................................................45
7 Accessories ..................................................................................................................................................................47
7.1 Cordsets ........................................................................................................................................................................................47
7.2 Brackets ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 47
8 Product Support ......................................................................................................................................................... 48
8.1 Cleaning Instructions .....................................................................................................................................................................48
8.2 Back Up the Sensor ...................................................................................................................................................................... 48
8.3 Restore the Sensor ....................................................................................................................................................................... 48
8.4 Repairs ..........................................................................................................................................................................................48
8.5 Contact Us ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 49
8.6 Banner Engineering Corp. Limited Warranty ................................................................................................................................ 49
8.7 Banner Engineering Corp. Software Copyright Notice ...................................................................................................................49
ZMX Series 3D Time of Flight Sensor

1 Product Description
Simple, reliable, volume and height monitoring with ZMX Series. Patent pending.
• 3D Time of Flight technology detects peak fill height and volume within a large field
of view
•Fits many applications with adjustable sensing height and field of view
• Sensor monitors entire sensing region of interest, not a single point like an
ultrasonic or laser sensor
• Completely self-contained, no controller or PC required
• Deploy in minutes with only a few settings to define
• Configurable sensing range up to 2.5 m for height monitoring
• Define sensor field of view to monitor specific area of interest
• Available in discrete and Pulse Pro outputs for simplified deployment; industrial
Ethernet communications available to integrate with the Smart Factory
• Compact, rugged IP65 housing designed for industrial environments
WARNING:
•Do not use this device for personnel protection
•Using this device for personnel protection could result in serious injury or death.
• This device does not include the self-checking redundant circuitry necessary to allow its use in
personnel safety applications. A device failure or malfunction can cause either an energized (on)
or de-energized (off) output condition.
1.1 Models
Models Resolution Field of View Range
ZMX-3DE2500HF-Q7 272 × 208 pixels 60 × 45 degrees 200 mm to 2500 mm (7.9 in to 8.2 ft)
1.2 Features and Indicators
LED indicators provide ongoing indication of sensing status.
Figure 1. Features
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1. Power and Fault LED (off, green, red, or flashing red)
2. Ready LED
3. Image Transmitted LED
4. Ethernet Activity LED
5. Ethernet connection
6. Power connection
1.3 Sample Application: Bin Fill
Use the ZMX Series in a variety of applications.
•Gaylord volume fill level monitoring at a material handling facility
• Continually monitoring the height of packages in a shipping container
• Level monitoring of consumer or grocery items in a tote
• Determine if an item is protruding over the top of a bin
• Detect overfill of items within a defined region of interest
When boxes or other solid objects are collected in a bin, the true amount of space consumed is not accurately measured by
measuring the height at any one point. Inconsistent shapes and uneven stacking are common, leaving an uneven top
surface. Many other types of distance measurement sensors can give inconsistent readings. Sometimes their measurements
vary based on whether they hit a top surface object or a hole between objects. The ZMX sensor measures distance over a
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large rectangular area and calculates a fill level as well as peak height of the whole area, allowing better control of how the
bin space is used and preventing overfill.
Figure 2. ZMX Sensor and Tower Light At the Bottom of a Chute
Container monitoring in three simple steps, up and running within minutes.
Step 1—Mount and connect to sensor – mounting is ultra-simple with built-in mounting
holes or a variety of mounting brackets to choose from. Once mounted, connect the
cables and begin communicating with Banner Banner 3D Configuration software.
Step 2—Define Sensing Conditions – only a few inputs need to be defined for the
sensor to accurately monitor container height. Start by defining the anchor point for
measurements at the bottom of the container, then define the size of the sensing region
of interest. Finally, choose the sensing criteria for the application such as peak height or
volume.
Step 3—Monitor fill level – Once mounted and configured, the sensor is completely self-
contained and does not require any external controllers or PC. Begin sensing and
integrate with chosen PLC, controller, or indication light.
1.4 Laser Description and Safety Information
CAUTION:
•Return defective units to the manufacturer.
•Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein
may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
• Do not attempt to disassemble this sensor for repair. A defective unit must be returned to the
manufacturer.
Class 1 lasers are lasers that are safe under reasonably foreseeable conditions of operation, including the use of optical
instruments for intrabeam viewing.
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CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11, except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice
No. 56, dated May 8, 2019.
Complies with IEC 60825-1:2014 and EN 60825-1:2014+A11:2021.
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2 Installation Instructions
2.1 Installation Best Practices
The following diagrams show best practices for installing the ZMX sensor.
Figure 3. Sensor Height
For accurate fill levels, position sensor higher up
and centered over container.
Most AccurateLess Accurate
SENSOR POSITIONED TOO LOW TO
SEE ENTIRE TOP AREA OF BIN
TOP OF CONTAINER WITHIN
THE FIELD OF VIEW
Figure 4. Minimize Blind Spots
Minimize the potential for blind spots by positioning sensor higher up
and centered over container.
Most AccurateLess Accurate
SENSOR POSITIONED OFF-
CENTER AND TOO LOW
SENSOR POSITIONED OFF-
CENTER AND TILTED
Less Accurate
2.2 Mount the Device
1. If a bracket is needed, mount the device onto the bracket.
2. Mount the device (or the device and the bracket) to the machine or equipment at the desired location. Do not tighten
the mounting screws at this time.
CAUTION: This device accepts M4 screws. Engaging the screws more than 4 mm will damage
the device.
CAUTION: 8 in·lbf (0.904 Nm) maximum torque
3. Check the device alignment.
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4. Tighten the mounting screws to secure the device (or the device and the bracket) in the aligned position.
Figure 5. Mounting Holes
Note: Do not remove the housing screws.
Note: Provide adequate dissipation of heat.
A good heat conductor, such as aluminum,
may be required.
Mounting Surface Thickness Length of Mounting Screws
≤ 2 mm 4 mm
2 mm to 4 mm 6 mm
4 mm to 6 mm 8 mm
2.3 Wiring
To maintain the ratings listed in the Specifications, use cables with shields.
Tighten the cables finger tight only.
Figure 6. Channel 1 as PNP Output, Channel 2 as Trigger
Input
Load
12–30 V DC
Remote
Input
bn (1)
bu (3)
bk (4)
wh (2)
Figure 7. Channel 1 as NPN Output, Channel 2 as Trigger
Input
Load
12–30 V DC
Remote
Input
bn (1)
bu (3)
bk (4)
wh (2)
Figure 8. M8 Male Connector
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2
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4
Table 1: Power and I/O Pinouts
Pin Wire Color Description
1 Brown 12 V DC to 30 V DC
2 White Trigger Input or Output (selectable PNP, NPN, or push-pull)
3 Blue Common
4 Black Output (selectable PNP, NPN, or push-pull)
2.4 Install the Software
Use the following instructions to install the Banner 3D Configuration software on your computer.
Important: Administrative rights may be required to install the Banner 3D Configuration software.
1. Download the latest version of the software from www.bannerengineering.com.
2. Navigate to and open the downloaded file.
3. Run the downloaded installer.
4. Check the agreement for license terms and conditions.
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5. Click Install to install the software.
A Windows security message displays. This indicates that the installer is signed and is from Banner.
6. Click Yes.
7. Click Close to exit the installer when the installation is complete.
8. Locate the program icon on the desktop or in the Start menu and open the Banner 3D Configuration software.
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3 Getting Started
3.1 Connect to the Sensor
These instructions use Windows® operating system version 8, 10, or 11. 3
1. Confirm the network connections.
a) Click the Start button, then on the Start menu, click Control Panel.
b) In Control Panel, click Network and Internet, then click Network and Sharing Center, and then click Change
adapter settings.
c) Right-click on the connection that you want to change, then click Properties.
If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, enter the password or provide confirmation.
d) In the connection properties, click Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4), and then click Properties.
Figure 9. Local Area Connection Properties
e) In the Internet Protocol (TCP/IPv4) Properties, select Use the following IP address.
f) Make sure that the IP address is 192.168.0.2 (or an unused IP address within the 192.168.0.x subnet), and the
subnet mask is 255.255.255.0.
2. Open the Banner 3D Configuration software from the desktop or the Start menu.
3. Connect to the ZMX sensor using one of the following options:
• From the Connection pane, enter the IP address of the desired ZMX sensor into the Sensor IP Address field,
then click Connect.
• From the Connection pane, locate the IP address of the desired sensor in the list of discovered sensors, then
click next to IP Address.
The default IP address for the sensor is 192.168.0.10.
3.2 Set Up the ZMX Sensor
Use the following basic steps to set up an application in the Banner 3D Configuration software.
1. Make sure the container is in place and is empty.
2. Adjust the pitch/roll/yaw if an angle correction is needed.
See Sensor Controls Pane on page 13.
3. From the Amplitude view, click in the center of the container.
A green cursor displays in the center of the container and the coordinates of the cursor are shown in the lower right.
4. Copy the X, Y, and Z coordinates from the lower right of the Image pane into the Anchor Point X, Y, and Z fields in
the Fill Level pane.
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5. Enter the dimensions of the container (in mm) in the Size field.
It is best practice to use slightly smaller X and Y measurements than the inner dimensions of the container.
The white box in the view updates in size.
Note: If the box is not visible, click .
6. Enter the desired Fill Level and Peak Height limits.
The lines on the Fill and Peak bar graphs update.
Note: Allow the sensor to warm up for 15 minutes to ensure optimal sensor performance.
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4 Banner 3D Configuration Workspace
The Banner 3D Configuration software displays the information needed to modify sensor parameters.
Figure 10. Banner 3D Configuration Software
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The workspace is divided into several panes.
1. Image Pane Parameters—Includes zoom; x, y, z coordinates; image color; view selection (Amplitude, Z(mm), Points,
Surface). The options vary depending on the selected view. See Image Pane Parameters on page 11.
2. Image pane—Displays the current image captured by the sensor and includes the buttons:
•Load Image—Loads a previously saved file for viewing while disconnected from the sensor
•Save Image—Save file as a .t3f
•Trigger—Manually triggers the sensor when Trigger mode is set to External or Software
3. Connection pane—Enables connection to a sensor and includes settings and information related to the sensor's IP
address. See Connection Pane on page 13.
4. Sensor Controls pane—Controls the trigger mode and illumination output. See Sensor Controls Pane on page 13.
5. Fill Level pane— Includes options for the region of interest and sensor controls, as well as live fill and peak height
data. See Fill Level Pane on page 15.
6. Communications pane—Sets the communication protocol and DHCP option for the sensor. See Communications
Pane on page 17.
7. Sensor Maintenance pane—Includes sensor information and options to update the firmware, restore the sensor to
the default settings, to backup the current sensor settings, or restore the sensor to previously saved settings. See
Sensor Maintenance Pane on page 18.
4.1 Image Pane Parameters
Use the Image Pane Parameters to change how the Image pane displays.
Figure 11. Image Pane Parameters
Click a view selection button to change the view and the available options:
Amplitude
Shows a top down 2D pseudo-grayscale image of the container.
Z(mm)
Shows a top down 2D color-coded Cartesian Z image of the container.
Points
Shows the individual measurement points in 3D.
Surface
Shows a smoothed out view of the measurement points in 3D.
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When using either the Points view or the Surface view, left-click, hold, and drag inside the image pane to rotate the image
three-dimensionally. Right-click, hold, and drag to move the image horizontally and vertically.
The histogram graph in the center of the Image Pane Parameters graphically displays the distribution of pixels in the current
image on a scale of amplitude or Z distance, depending on the current view. The white bars can be adjusted left or right to
adjust the shading of the pixels. The histogram is available in all views. The specified operating distance of the sensor is
colored green. A portion of the green bar is a lighter shade of green. The sensor may still return data from this region, but it
may not adhere to the stated accuracy specifications of the device. The green bar is available in Z(mm), Points, and
Surface views.
Use the Auto checkbox to automatically scale the pixels to view the entire field of view. When checked, the white shading
control bars are adjusted for each image to start the shading range just before the left-most pixels, and end the shading
range after the right-most pixels in the histogram.
Use the Clip checkbox to change what is outside of the histogram graph markers to purple (Amplitude and Z(mm) views) or
to disappear (Points and Surface views) to indicate that these areas are not of interest.
The two numbers between the Auto and Clip checkboxes show the locations of the two white markers in the histogram
graph. These markers can be dragged to the desired location.
- Red is Near, Blue is Far—Displays objects closest to the sensor as red, while objects further from the sensor display
as blue. Objects between these points display in various colors, depending on their distance from the sensor. Available in
Z(mm), Points, and Surface views.
Blue is Near, Red is Far—Displays objects closest to the sensor as blue, while objects further from the sensor display
as red. Objects between these points display in various colors, depending on their distance from the sensor. Available in
Z(mm), Points, and Surface views.
Grayscale Overlays Distance—Changes the image color scheme to grayscale. Available in Z(mm), Points, and
Surface views.
Horizontal Flip Mode—Changes the view to a horizontal mirror image of the true view—the objects that were on one
side of the view are now shown on the other side. Available in all views.
Vertical Flip Mode—Changes the view to a horizontal mirror image of the true view - the objects that were on one side of
the view are now shown on the other side—what was showing on the top of the screen is now showing on the bottom of the
screen. Available in all views.
Bubble Level On/Off—Shows or hides a level on screen at the cursor location that updates as the sensor is tilted.
Available in Amplitude and Z(mm) views. Default is off.
Image Center Crosshairs On/Off—Shows or hides crosshairs that indicate the center of the field of view of the sensor.
Available in Amplitude and Z(mm) views. Default is off.
Toggle 3D point cloud display decimation levels—Changes the size of the points shown. Available in Points and
Surface views. Does not change image acquisition parameters. Default is 2:1.
Show or hide the 3D camera—Shows or hides the position of the sensor over the container as well as the field of view.
Available in Points and Surface views. Default is hidden.
and Hide or show the application working volume sidewalls—Shows or hides the user-defined boundaries of the
container. This view also shows two colored boxes. The first is the Z-height setting shown as a green box. This box turns to
red when the peak height is reached. The second is the fill level shown as a blue box that moves as the container is filled or
emptied. Available in Points and Surface views. Default is show.
and Hide or show all points outside of the application 3D Space—Show or hide objects that are within the field of
view of the sensor but are located outside of the defined boundaries of the container. Available in Points and Surface views.
Default is show.
and Reset 3D camera view—Resets the 3D view to the default X, Y, and Z positions.
Coordinates in the Amplitude and Z(mm) Views—The following display in the lower right in the Amplitude view.
Amp
Brightness level of the selected pixel. The Amplitude range is 10 to 3000.
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X(mm)
Horizontal distance from the surface visible in the selected pixel to the center of the image, along the X axis.
Y(mm)
Horizontal distance from the surface visible in the selected pixel to the center of the image, along the Y axis.
Z(mm)
Depth from the surface visible in the selected pixel to the face of the sensor.
Cursor(x,y)
Pixel coordinates of the selected pixel on the image sensor chip.
4.2 Connection Pane
Use the Connection pane parameters to change the sensor IP address and to connect to the sensor.
Figure 12. Sensor Pane
The default IP address for the ZMX sensor is 192.168.0.10.
The Banner 3D Configuration software remembers the IP address of the last connected sensor. The software also searches
the local Ethernet subnetwork to find any available sensors. These sensors are listed in the Connection pane.
Hover over to view sensor name, serial number, MAC address, Gateway, firmware version, etc. To change a sensor’s IP
address, click .
To connect to a sensor, enter the IP address of the desired ZMX sensor into the Sensor IP Address field, then click next
to the IP address. Alternately, locate the IP address of the desired sensor in the list of discovered sensors, then click in
the Action column.
The model number of the sensor also displays.
To disconnect from a sensor, click .
Click to reboot a connected sensor.
4.3 Sensor Controls Pane
Use the Sensor Controls pane parameters to set the trigger mode and illumination output.
Figure 13. Sensor Controls Pane
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Trigger Mode
The Trigger Mode drop-down menu displays both the name for a given trigger mode and additional information in
parentheses. There are four trigger modes for the sensor:
•External (White Wire)—In External trigger mode the sensor waits for a discrete input signal to arrive via the
dedicated trigger input wire. The trigger is defined as the rising edge of a PNP signal. The software Trigger
button also provides a sensor trigger while in this mode.
•Internal (Periodic)—In Internal trigger mode the sensor triggers at a user-defined Trigger Interval (from 200
milliseconds to 10,000 milliseconds). The software Trigger button also provides a sensor trigger while in this
mode. In this mode, it is possible to provide triggers at a rate faster than the sensor can act on them. See the
missed trigger count value available via an industrial protocol connection.
•Free Run—In Free Run trigger mode the sensor triggers as fast as possible. When a software connection is
present, after one image is taken and transmitted to the software, the sensor moves immediately to take the
next. When no connection is present, the sensor uses a 125 millisecond delay between triggers to simulate
the image transfer time delays and avoid overheating.
•Software (Protocols)—In Software trigger mode the sensor is triggered by via an industrial protocols
connection. The Banner 3D Configuration software Trigger button also provides a sensor trigger while in this
mode.
Trigger Period
The time between each trigger. Use the slider or enter the desired trigger period in milliseconds. Available for
Internal (Periodic) trigger modes.
Illumination Power
Control the illumination power of the sensor. Targets that are dark or farther away require higher illumination power.
Use the slider or enter the desired power as a percentage. The default is 40%.
Discrete IO Polarity
Select
•PNP
•NPN
•Push-Pull
Sensor Mounting
Adjust the view of the sensor using the following controls.
Pitch—Adjust the up-and-down view of the sensor. The view (angle) setting is in degrees.
Roll—Adjust the view of the sensor along the longitudinal axis. The view (angle) setting is in degrees.
Yaw—Adjust the side-to-side view of the sensor. The view (angle) setting is in degrees.
Figure 14. Pitch, Roll, Yaw Diagram
Yaw
Roll
Pitch
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4.4 Fill Level Pane
Use the Fill Level pane to set the parameters for the region of interest (ROI) and to view live estimated fill and peak
information.
Figure 15. Fill Level Pane
Fill Level (%)
This bar displays live information regarding the estimated volume percent of the objects in the container. The line
corresponds to the set Fill Level Limit. The number below the bar is the estimated percent full.
Peak Height (mm)
This bar displays live information regarding the estimated height of the tallest point in the container. The line
corresponds to the set Peak Height Limit. The number below the bar is the measured height in millimeters.
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Region of Interest
Anchor Point (mm)—Define the X, Y and Z points of the sensor region of interest. From the Z(mm) view (Image
Pane parameters), click the center of the container region of interest. Record the X(mm), Y(mm), and Z(mm) values
from the software. These represent the bottom of the container. Pay attention to positive and negative values.
Figure 16. Anchor Point Diagram
X-Axis
Y-Axis
Z-Axis
(X, Y, Z)
X = Center X point of container
Y = Center Y point of container
Z = The Z measurement from the bottom, or furthest point, of
the container
Size (mm)—Define the length, width, and height of the container region of interest. The entire region of interest
should be contained within the walls of the container.
Figure 17. Dimensions Diagram
Y-Width
X-Length
Z-Height
X = X-Length size dimension
Y = Y-Width size dimension
Z = Z-Height of container or desired detection limit
Sensor Controls
Limits—Fill Level: The threshold percentage that activates the Fill Level Limit Output.
Limits—Peak Height: The threshold height, in millimeters, that activates the Peak Height Limit Output.
Output #1 Control and Output #2 Control—The desired sensor outputs being exported; for more information, see
Discrete Output on page 17.
Disabled
DOUT = Fill Percent
DOUT = Peak Height
DOUT = Fill or Peak
Pulse Pro = Fill Percent
Pulse Pro = Peak Height
Output 2 is disabled when the external trigger is enabled."External Trigger Active" shows in Output #2 Control
when this occurs.
Results
Fill Level (%): The percentage of volume filled within the ROI.
Peak Height (mm): The peak height within the ROI.
Output 1: Varies depending on what is selected from the Output #1 Control list.
Discrete Out
Pulse Pro (Hz): The Pulse Pro frequency from 100 Hz to 600 Hz.
Not Used
Output 2: Varies depending on what is selected from the Output #2 Control list. Output 2 is disabled (not used)
when the external trigger is enabled.
Discrete Out
Pulse Pro (Hz): The Pulse Pro frequency from 100 Hz to 600 Hz.
Not Used
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4.4.1 Discrete Output
The sensor can generate pulses whose frequency are proportional to the sensor's measured Fill Level or Peak Height,
thereby providing a method for representing an analog signal with only a discrete counter.
When Output Control is set to Pulse Pro = Fill Level, the pulse frequency is scaled from 100 Hz at 0% full and 600 Hz at
100% full. When Output Control is set to Pulse Pro = Peak Height, the pulse frequency is scaled from 100 Hz at 0 mm peak
height and 600 Hz at peak height equal to the height of the region of interest.
4.5 Communications Pane
Use the Communications pane parameters to select the industrial protocol.
Figure 18. Communications Pane
DHCP (Obtain IP address automatically)
Select this checkbox to enable Dynamic Host Control Protocol (DHCP). For additional information, see DHCP on
page 17.
Industrical Protocol
Select the desired industrial protocol from the list.
•Off
• EtherNet/IP
• Modbus/TCP
Note that any changes to the parameters in this pane require a sensor reboot to take effect.
To view live industrial protocol data, click Live Protocol Map.
4.5.1 DHCP
This option allows a Dynamic Host Control Protocl (DHCP) client (for example, the ZMX sensor) to obtain its IP address,
subnet, and gateway from a DHCP Server.
For this feature to work, the following criteria must be met:
1. The DHCP server is running, configured properly, and connected to the same network as the ZMX sensor.
a. Often the DHCP server is embedded into a router, smart switch or other industrial IT network equipment.
b. Banner does not provide this hardware or server software.
2. The ZMX sensor is connected by Ethernet cable to a location that has a running DHCP server.
3. The ZMX sensor is powered on.
a. The sensor continues to request its DHCP network settings up to approximately two minutes.
b. During the request period, the ZMX is not reachable and will not show up on the Banner 3D Configuration
software discovered sensors list.
c. If the DHCP server provides network settings within the timeout period:
a. The sensor is reachable as a network device.
b. The DHCP network settings are not saved.
d. If the DHCP server fails to provide the network settings within the timeout period:
a. The sensor goes to the “Auto-IP” address, which will be in the range of 169.254.*.*
b. The sensor is available at this new, temporary IP address.
c. Reboot the ZMX sensor to repeat the DHCP IP address assignment process.
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4.6 Sensor Maintenance Pane
Use the Sensor Maintenance pane to update the firmware, restore to factory default settings, and backup or restore the
sensor.
Figure 19. Sensor Maintenance Pane
Click the desired option and follow the prompts to complete the action.
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5 Specifications and Requirements
5.1 Specifications
Sensing Range
200 mm to 2500 mm (7.9 in to 8.2 ft) on a 90% reflectance white target
200 mm to 2500 mm (7.9 in to 8.2 ft) on a 20% reflectance gray target
200 mm to 1700 mm (7.9 in to 5.6 ft) on a 6% reflectance black target
Supply Voltage
12 V DC to 30 V DC
Current: 200 mA average, 2.5 A peak (exclusive of load and lights)
Use only with a suitable Class 2 power supply, or current-limiting power
supply rated 12 V DC to 30V DC, 2.5 A
Discrete I/O Configuration
Channel 1: Push-pull, PNP or NPN discrete output, or Pulse Pro/Pulse
Frequency Modulation (PFM) output
Channel 2: PNP or NPN discrete output, or Pulse Pro/Pulse Frequency
Modulation (PFM) output, or remote trigger
Flatness (Pixel-to-Pixel Accuracy)
±20 mm for > 10x excess gain
±60 mm for 2x to 10x excess gain
Response Time
150 ms in Free Run mode
Accuracy
±30 mm for > 10x excess gain 4
Light Source
Infrared, 850 nm
Temperature Effect
< 0.5 mm/°C
Resolution
272 horizontal × 208 vertical pixels
Field of View
60 horizontal × 45 vertical degrees
Reading Rate, Full Resolution
Up to 6 frames per second in Free Run mode
Ambient Light Immunity
10,000 lux
Torque—Tapped Holes for Mounting Screws
8 in·lbf (0.904 Nm) maximum torque
Torque—Cables
Finger tighten only
Construction
Housing: Aluminum
Lens Cover: Acrylic with optical coating
Light Pipe: Polycarbonate
Connections
4-pin M8 male for power and discrete I/O
4-pin M8 female for Ethernet
Repeatability (1-sigma)
Peak excess gain: 2 mm
>10x excess gain, 10 mm
>2x excess gain, 40 mm
Communication Interface
Ethernet; 100 Mbps
Communication Protocol 5
Modbus® TCP/IP
EtherNet/IP™
Boresighting
±20 mm at 1 m range
Delay at Power Up
< 10 s
Recommended Warm Up Time
15 minutes
Storage Conditions
–30 °C to +65 °C (–22 °F to +149 °F)
Operating Conditions
–10 °C to +40 °C (+14 °F to +104 °F), assuming adequate mounting and
ventilation
Environmental Rating
IP65 per IEC60529
Vibration
MIL-STD-202G, Method 201A (Vibration: 10 Hz to 55 Hz, 0.06 inch (1.52
mm) double amplitude, 2 hours each along X, Y and Z axes), with device
operating
Shock
MIL-STD-202G, Method 213B, Condition I (100G 6x along X, Y, and Z
axes, 18 shocks), with device operating
Weight
205 g
Output Rating
Current rating: 50 mA maximum
White wire specifications per configuration
PNP
Output High ≥ Vsupply − 2.5 V
Output Low ≤ 2.5 V (loads ≤ 70 kΩ)
NPN
Output High ≥ Vsupply − 2.5 V
Output Low ≤ 2.5 V
4•For 6% to 90% diffuse targets in the center 25% of the field of view.
• ±60 mm accuracy for 2x to 10x excess gain.
5Modbus® is a registered trademark of Schneider Electric USA, Inc. EtherNet/IP™ is a trademark of ODVA, Inc.
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Required Overcurrent Protection
WARNING: Electrical connections must be made by qualified personnel in accordance with local and national electrical
codes and regulations.
Overcurrent protection is required to be provided by end product application per the supplied table.
Overcurrent protection may be provided with external fusing or via Current Limiting, Class 2 Power Supply.
Supply wiring leads < 24 AWG shall not be spliced.
For additional product support, go to www.bannerengineering.com.
Supply Wiring (AWG) Required Overcurrent Protection (Amps)
20 5.0
22 3.0
24 2.0
26 1.0
28 0.8
30 0.5
Certifications
E526767
Banner Engineering BV Park Lane, Culliganlaan 2F
bus 3, 1831 Diegem, BELGIUM
Turck Banner LTD Blenheim House, Blenheim Court,
Wickford, Essex SS11 8YT, Great Britain
Advanced Capabilities
5.2 FCC Part 15 Class A
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required
to correct the interference at his own expense.
5.3 Industry Canada
This device complies with CAN ICES-3 (A)/NMB-3(A). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) This device
may not cause harmful interference; and 2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Cet appareil est conforme à la norme NMB-3(A). Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) ce
dispositif ne peut pas occasionner d'interférences, et (2) il doit tolérer toute interférence, y compris celles susceptibles de
provoquer un fonctionnement non souhaité du dispositif.
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