Baumer GIM500R User manual

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Manual
Inclination sensor GIM500R with analog interface
Firmware version 1.00 and up

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Content Page
1Introduction.................................................................................................................................................3
1.1 Scope of delivery .......................................................................................................................................3
2Safety and operating instructions ............................................................................................................4
3Analog interface communication..............................................................................................................5
3.1 Analog interface properties........................................................................................................................5
3.2 Installation position ....................................................................................................................................5
3.2.1Installation position 1-dimensional .........................................................................................................5
3.2.2 Installation position: 2-dimensional ........................................................................................................6
3.3 Output signals............................................................................................................................................7
3.3.1 Analog output signals .............................................................................................................................7
3.3.2 Analog output signals 1-dimensional......................................................................................................8
3.3.3 Analog output signals 2-dimensional......................................................................................................9
3.3.4 Analog output with sensing range monitoring (Option: /4822) .............................................................10
3.4 2-point teaching operation .......................................................................................................................13
3.4.1 The teaching operation.........................................................................................................................13
3.4.2 Time pattern 2-point teaching operation...............................................................................................14
3.5 Sensor zeroing ........................................................................................................................................15
3.5.1 Zeroing operation .................................................................................................................................16
3.5.2 Time pattern zeroing operation.............................................................................................................16
3.6 Restore Factory Settings .........................................................................................................................17
3.6.1 How to Restore Factory Settings..........................................................................................................17
3.6.2 Time pattern of Restore Factory Settings.............................................................................................17
4Terminal assignment and commissioning.............................................................................................18
4.1 Electrical connection................................................................................................................................18
4.1.1 Terminal assignment 1-dimensional .....................................................................................................18
4.1.2 Terminal assignment 2-dimensional .....................................................................................................18
4.2 LED activity indicator ...............................................................................................................................20
4.2.1 LED green ............................................................................................................................................20
4.2.2 LED red ................................................................................................................................................20
4.2.3 LED amber ...........................................................................................................................................20
4.2.4 DUO-LED in standard operation ..........................................................................................................20

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Created by:
Baumer IVO GmbH & Co. KG
Villingen-Schwenningen, Germany
1 Introduction
1.1 Scope of delivery
Please check the delivery upon completeness prior to commissioning.
Depending on sensor version and purchase order, the delivery may include:
Sensor
manual (also available for download at www.baumer.comr)

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2 Safety and operating instructions
Intended use
The inclination sensor is a precision measuring device to determine angular positions and to supply the
downstream device with measured values in the form of electronic output signals. The inclination sensor
must not be used for any other purpose.
Make sure the appropriate safety measures are present to prevent damage to persons, the system or
operating facilities in case of sensor error or failure.
Personnel qualification
The inclination sensor must only be installed by a qualified electronics and precision mechanics.
Observe the user manual of the machine manufacturer.
Maintenance
The inclination sensor is maintenance-free and must not be opened or modified in its electronics or
mechanical design. Opening the sensor can lead to personal injury.
Disposal
The inclination sensor contains electronic components. At its disposal, local environmental guidelines
must be followed.
Installation
Avoid mechanical impacts or shocks on the housing.
Electrical commissioning
Do not perform any electrical modifications at the inclination sensor.
Do not carry out any wiring work when the inclination sensor is live.
Do not dock or undock the electrical connection while the inclination sensor is live.
Ensure that the entire equipment is installed in line with EMC requirements. Ambient conditions and
wiring affect the electromagnetic compatibility of the inclination sensor. Install sensor and supply cables
separately or far away from lines with high interference emissions (frequency converters, contactors,
etc.).
Provide separate power supply for the inclination sensor where working with consumers that have high
interference emissions.
Completely shield the inclination sensor housing and connecting cables.
Connect the sensor to protective earth (PE) using shielded cables. The braided shield must be
connected to the cable gland or connector. Ideally, aim at a bilateral connection to protective earth (PE),
the housing via the mechanical assembly and the cable shield via the downstream devices. In case of
earth loop problems, earth on one side only as a minimum requirement.
Supplementary information
This manual is intended as a supplement to already existing documentation (i.e. catalogue, product
information and mounting instruction).

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3 Analog interface communication
3.1 Analog interface properties
• Supply voltage 8…36 VDC
• Sensor is protected against reverse polarity and short circuiting.
• Initialization time after power on ≤ 0.5 s
• Operating current with no load is inferior to 40 mA, at 24 VDC
• Several analog signal outputs 4…20 mA / 0.5…4.5 V / 0…5 V / 0…10 V
• Load resistance ≥1 kΩ / voltage output resp. ≤800 Ω / current output
• Different sensing ranges, 1 and 2 dimensional
• Resolution 12 bit
• Temperature coefficient 0.008 °/K
• Precision: (+25 °C) typical ±0.1°
• Scanning frequency 1600 Hz
• Limit frequency 0.1...25 Hz, 2nd order / deep-pass filter (default: 5 Hz)
• Programmable parameters: preset and offset value resp. filter
• Diagnostic function to identify parameterization errors
3.2 Installation position
The mounting position is of critical importance for the measured signal values. Depending on the mounting
position of the inclination sensor and the movement in the application, the analog signal values will increase
or decrease.
3.2.1 Installation position 1-dimensional
When installing the 1-dimensional inclination sensor, observe the rotation axis shown below is directed in
perpendicular position towards gravity. The maximum misalignment of ±3° must not be exceeded.
The sensor default position is 0° as shown in the illustration below but may be configured at will in a 2-point
teaching or zeroing operation.

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3.2.2 Installation position: 2-dimensional
Inclination sensor GIM500R can be installed both in horizontal and vertical position (according to the default
settings).
Horizontal installation
The 2-dimensional inclination sensor (housing in horizontal position) must be installed with the base plate
aligned parallel to the horizontal line. The sensor can be inclined both towards the X and Y direction at the
same time. By default, the sensor measures within the configured range, e.g. ±30° in both directions. Zero
crossing is exactly the horizontal line.
Vertical installation
The 2-dimensional inclination sensor (housing in vertical position) must be installed with the base plate
vertically aligned. The sensor can be inclined both towards the X and Y direction at the same time, for each a
separate measured value is supplied. By default, the sensor measures within the configured range, e.g. ±30°
in both directions. Zero crossing is exactly in the vertical line.

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3.3 Output signals
3.3.1 Analog output signals
Within the sensing range, the output signals come as analog values from minimum to maximum. According
to the product variant, the analog signal is current or voltage dependent.
Outside the sensing range, the output value jumps from the maximum to the minimum signal value at half
the rotation angle (α) (see diagram below). When the sensor is inclined in the opposite direction the value
jumps from the minimum to the maximum signal value.
Overview of output signals
Analog
Interface
Output
Underrange
Output
Overrange
0…5 V
0 V
5 V
0…10 V
0 V
10 V
4…20 mA
4 mA
20 mA
0…20 mA
0 mA
20 mA
0…24 mA
0 mA
24 mA
0.5…4.5 V
0.5 V
5.5 V
α
α/2
max
min
Signal
Inclination

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3.3.2 Analog output signals 1-dimensional
Measuring range 0…90° / 0.5...4.5 V
Measuring range 0…180° / 0...10 V (0...5 V)
Measuring range 0…360°

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3.3.3 Analog output signals 2-dimensional
Measuring range ±30° / horizontal installation
Measuring range ±60° / vertical installation
Measuring range ±90° / horizontal installation

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3.3.4 Analog output with sensing range monitoring (Option: /4822)
Sensor behavior with option /4822 sensing range monitoring is as follows: the output value jumps to a higher
respectively lower value compared to nominal voltage or nominal current.
Outside the sensing range, the output value jumps from the maximum to the minimum signal value at half
the rotation angle (see 3.3.1Analog output signals) When the sensor is inclined towards the opposite
direction the value jumps from the minimum to the maximum signal value.
Overview output signals
Analog
Interface
Output
Underrange
Output
Overrange
Out of Range
Diagnostic
0…5 V
0 V
5.5 V
Overrange
0…10 V
0 V
11 V
Overrange
4…20 mA
2 mA
22 mA
Underrange, Overrange
0…20 mA
0 mA
22 mA
Overrange
0…24 mA
0 mA
24 mA
None
0.5…4.5 V
0 V
5 V
Underrange, Overrange
Analog output with sensing range monitoring 1-dimensional
Measuring range 0…90° / 0.5…4.5V
Measuring range 0…180° / 0...10 V (0...5 V)

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Measuring range 0…360° / 4...20 mA

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Analog output with sensing range monitoring 2-dimensional
Measuring range ±30° / horizontal installation / 0.5…4.5V
Measuring range ±60° / vertical installation / 0...10 V (0...5 V)
Measuring range ±90° / horizontal installation / 4...20 mA

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3.4 2-point teaching operation
The 2-point teaching operation is only supported by 1-dimensional inclination sensors with measuring range
0... 360°.
2-point teaching means the measuring range is defined manually by teaching the minimum and maximum
values. Within the sensing range, the output signals come as analog values. Outside the sensing range, the
output value jumps from the maximum to the minimum signal value at half the rotation angle (see 3.3.1
Analog output signals). When the sensor is inclined in the opposite direction the value jumps from the
minimum to the maximum signal value.
To activate the teaching function, apply a HIGH signal (≥ 0.7 * Vs) at pin 5 of the teach input (see 4.1
Electrical connection). The two limits must not be too close to each other but provide a minimum angular
difference of > 5°.(see 4.1Electrical connection).
3.4.1 The teaching operation
Action
LED
Description
Initial situation
DUO-LED is green continuous
Activate
> 5 s
Start the teaching operation within 5 minutes after
power on. Set teach input on HIGH for >5 seconds
(≥0.7 * +Vs).
DUO-LED: flashing amber after 5 seconds
Get sensor to position 1
Get inclination sensor into the position intended for
min. voltage output / current output
Confirm position 1
> 0.1 s
Set teach input on HIGH for >0.1 sec.
DUO-LED: Amber continuous for 3 seconds, then
flashing
Get sensor to position 2
Get sensor to the position for maximum voltage/current
output. Make sure there is a difference of >5° between
the two positions.
Sens of rotation in the teaching operation is the same
as in the later application.
Confirm position 2
> 0.1 s
Set teach input on HIGH for >0.1 sec.
DUO-LED: amber continuous for 3 seconds, followed
by 3x flashing green.
Teach input
U
Teach input
U
Teach input
U

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Standard operation
Inside the sensing range
DUO-LED: green continuous.
Outside the sensing range
DUO-LED: red continuous.
Teaching error
When exceeding the measuring range or the limits are
too close to each other (>5° difference), the teaching
operation was not successful and must be repeated.
DUO-LED: 3 x flashing red.
3.4.2 Time pattern 2-point teaching operation
Ti me
HI GH
14
15
16
29
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
30
31
32
33
34
LOW
1
2
3
4
5
6
17
0
7
8
9
10
11
12
13

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3.5 Sensor zeroing
The inclination sensors with the measuring ranges 0...90°, 0...120°, 0…180° and 0...270° have the function
zero setting. By zeroing the output value at the defined position corresponds to an inclination of 0°.
To execute zeroing, apply a HIGH signal (≥ 0.7 * Vs ) pin 5 (teach input) for >250 ms (see 4.1 Electrical
connection)
2-dimensional sensors apply the zeroing operation to both directions X/Y).
1-dimensional:
2-dimensional - horizontal installation:
2-dimensional - vertikal installation:
+ 45°
- 45°
Y axis
- 45°
X axis
+ 45°
X axis
- 45°
Y axis

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3.5.1 Zeroing operation
Action
LED status
Description
Initial situation
LED is green continuous
Activate
> 250 ms
Set teach input on HIGH for >250 ms (≥0.7 * +Vs).
Sensor inclination = 0°
3.5.2 Time pattern zeroing operation
3
4
5
6
HIGH
LOW
0
1
2
DUO-LED
Teach input
U

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3.6 Restore Factory Settings
3.6.1 How to Restore Factory Settings
Action
LED
indication
Description
Initial situation
LED is green continuous
Activate
> 15 ms
Set teach input on HIGH for >15 seconds.
DUO-LED: amber flashing after 5 seconds
End operation
Set teach input to LOW.
DUO-LED: Amber continuous for 3 seconds
Operational mode
DUO-LED: indicates the present status, operational/
non-operational
3.6.2 Time pattern of Restore Factory Settings
0
1
2
3
4
5
20
21
22
23
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
DUO-LED
HIGH
LOW
Teach-input
U

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4 Terminal assignment and commissioning
4.1 Electrical connection
4.1.1 Terminal assignment 1-dimensional
M12 flange connector, 8-pin
Pin
Assignment
Description
M12 connector, A-coded,
male contacts
1
+Vs
Voltage supply
2
GND
Ground connection relating to +Vs
3
OUT
output
4
d.u.
Do not use
5
Teach
Teach input
6
d.u.
Do not use
7
d.u.
Do not use
8
A_GND
Ground connection related to analog
Terminals with the same designation are internally hardwired and identical in their functions. Maximum load
applied on Vs-Vs / GND-GND is 1 A each.
Cable wires
Wire
Assignment
Description
white
+Vs
Voltage supply
brown
GND
Ground connection relating to +Vs
green
OUT
Output
yellow
d.u.
Do not use
grey
Teach
Teach input
pink
d.u.
Do not use
blue
d.u.
Do not use
red
A_GND
Ground connection related to analog
Wires with the same designation are internally hardwired and identical in their functions. Maximum load
applied on Vs-Vs / GND-GND is 1 A each.
4.1.2 Terminal assignment 2-dimensional
M12 flange connector, 8-pin
Pin
Assignment
Description
M12 connector, A-coded,
male contacts
1
+Vs
Voltage supply
2
GND
Ground connection relating to +Vs
3
OUT_X
Output
4
OUT_Y
Output
5
Teach
Teach input
6
d.u.
Do not use
7
d.u.
Do not use
8
A_GND
Ground connection related to analog

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Terminals with the same designation are internally hardwired and identical in their functions. Maximum load
applied on Vs-Vs / GND-GND is 1 A each.
Cable wires
Wire
Assignment
Description
white
+Vs
Voltage supply
brown
GND
Ground connection relating to +Vs
green
OUT_X
Output
yellow
OUT_Y
Output
grey
Teach
Teach input
pink
d.u.
Do not use
blue
d.u.
Do not use
red
A_GND
Ground connection related to analog
Wires with the same designation are internally hardwired and identical in their functions. Maximum load
applied on Vs-Vs / GND-GND is 1 A each.

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4.2 LED activity indicator
Integrated in the sensor housing
4.2.1 LED green
LED activity indicator
Activity
Description
Flashing
Teaching operation
See teaching operation
on
Standard operation
Sensor position within the
sensing range
off
Power off
4.2.2 LED red
LED activity indicator
Activity
Description
Slowly flashing
Teaching operation
See teaching operation
on
Outside the sensing range
Inclination sensor position outside
the sensing range
off
No error
4.2.3 LED amber
LED activity indicator
Activity
Description
Slowly flashing
In teach mode
Inclination sensor is ready for the
teaching operation.
on
Teaching operation successful
Value was adopted by the
inclination sensor
off
teach mode off
Inclination sensor is in operational
mode
4.2.4 DUO-LED in standard operation
Example for DUO-LED indications in a 2-point teaching operation, min. limit 315°, max. limit 90°.
min.
Position
315°
max.
Position
90°
min.
Position
315°
max.
Position
90°