Cognex DS1000 Series User manual

Standard Components
The vision controller is shipped with the components listed below.
Note:
lIf any of the standard components appear to be missing or damaged, immediately contact your Cognex
Authorized Service Provider (ASP) or Cognex Technical Support.
lCables are sold separately.
Table 1-1: Standard Components
Component
Cognex Vision Controller (1)
(VC5: P/N 821-0102-xR; P/N 821-0119-xR)
Terminal Block Accessory Kit (1)
(P/N 820-9126-xR)
lINPUTS terminal blocks (2)
lOUTPUTS terminal blocks (2)
lENCODER terminal blocks (2)
l24VDC power connector (1)
Quick Start Guide (1)
(P/N 590-7179)
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Installation
This section describes the connection of the vision controller to its standard and optional components.For a complete list
of options and accessories, contact your Cognex sales representative.
Note: Cables are sold separately.
CAUTION:All cable connectors are “keyed” to fit the connectors on the vision controller; do not force the
connections or damage may occur.
Mount the Vision Controller
The vision controller provides mounting holes for attachment to either a bottom or backside mounting surface.
Note: The vision controller may be optionally mounted to a DINrail, using the accessory DIN rail mounting bracket.
Please contact your Cognex sales representative for more information.
CAUTION:
lThe vision controller must be mounted in a vertical orientation with the top of the controller up, and cannot
be mounted in a horizontal orientation.
lTo ensure sufficient ventilation, the vision controller must be mounted with 50mm of clearance above the
vision controller and 50mm of clearance on both sides. If an adjacent device also produces heat, additional
space or cooling is required if air space around the vision controller exceeds 40°C (104°F).
lAllow sufficient clearance and strain relief for wires and cables connected to the vision controller.
1. Drill the clearance holes for the mounting fasteners per the defined bolt pattern. The vision controller mounting
hole screw thread is M5 x 0.8.
2. Align the holes on the mounting surface with the mounting holes on the vision controller.
3. Insert and tighten the mounting screws; the maximum torque is 5 Nm (44in-lb).
CAUTION:The length of the screws used depends on the depth of the mounting surface; thread
engagement of the screws must be 5mm-8mm.
Figure 2-1: Mount the Vision Controller
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Connect the Cognex Industrial GigE Camera
The Cognex industrial GigE camera's RJ-45 connector provides a Gigabit Ethernet connection to the camera.
Depending on the camera model, the RJ-45 connector can also be used to provide Power over Ethernet (PoE) to the
camera. The camera's I/O connector provides access to the physical input and output lines on the camera. It can also be
used to supply power to the camera (if PoE is not used). If power is supplied through both sources, the camera will draw
power from the first connection that is detected.
Note: The installation steps in this document describe the basic connection of the Cognex industrial GigE camera to
the vision controller. For additional usage information, refer to the Cognex Industrial Cameras Getting Started
Guide, included with your camera.
CAUTION:
lCognex recommends only cold-plugging the Cognex industrial GigE camera; turn the vision controller
power off when connecting or disconnecting the camera.
lThe vision controller's GigE ports provide power to Cognex industrial GigE cameras that support Power over
Ethernet (PoE); connecting third party devices to these ports could damage the vision controller or the third-
party device.
1. Connect one end of the 10/100/1000 RJ-45 Ethernet cable to one of the vision controller's GigE ports. Connect
the other end of the cable to the camera's RJ-45 connector.
Note:
lTo avoid electromagnetic interference, the Ethernet cable must be shielded. Cognex strongly
recommends Cat6 or Cat7 Ethernet cables with S/STP shielding.
lThe GigE ports are dedicated to Cognex industrial devices and cannot be used to connect to a
Gigabit Ethernet network or to communicate via industrial Ethernet communication protocols.
2. Optionally, connect the terminated end of the I/O cable to the camera's I/O connector. Connect the input and
output wires to the applicable I/O device (for example, a photo eye trigger or strobe light).
Note: The pin-outs for the I/O cable vary depending on the camera model; contact your Cognex sales
representative for information on cables that are compatible with your Cognex cameras.
Figure 2-2: Connect the Cognex Industrial GigE Camera
If using PoE, the camera installation is now complete. If not using PoE, complete the following additional steps:
1. Verify that the camera's power supply is unplugged and not receiving power.
2. Connect the power supply to the I/O cable's Camera Power and Camera Ground wires.
Note: The pin-outs for the I/O cable vary depending on the camera model; contact your Cognex sales
representative for information on cables that are compatible with your Cognex cameras.
3. Restore power to the camera's power supply and turn it on if necessary.
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Connect the Cognex DS1000 Series Sensor
Note: The installation steps in this document describe the basic connection of the Cognex DS1000 series sensor to
the vision controller. For complete DS1000 series sensor installation instructions, specifications and precautions,
refer to the DS1000 Series Displacement Sensors Quick Reference Guide, included with your sensor.
WARNING:The DS1000 series sensors are designated as either a Class 2M or Class 3R laser product. These
laser products can be hazardous. Please refer to the DS1000 Series Displacement Sensors Quick Reference
Guide for important instructions on their safe use.
CAUTION:
lThe vision controller only supports connecting DS1000 series sensors with the following Type number:
821-0116-xR. The Type number is located on the label affixed to the DS1000 series sensor.
lCognex recommends only cold-plugging the DS1000 series sensor; turn the vision controller power off
when connecting or disconnecting the DS1000 series sensor.
1. Connect the Ethernet cable's M12 connector to the DS1000 series sensor. Connect the cable's RJ-45 connector
to one of the vision controller's GigE ports.
Note:
lThe DS1000 series sensor's accessory Ethernet cable must be used to connect to the vision
controller. For more information, refer to the DS1000 Series Displacement Sensors Quick Reference
Guide.
lThe GigE ports are dedicated to Cognex industrial devices and cannot be used to connect to a
Gigabit Ethernet network or to communicate via industrial Ethernet communication protocols.
2. Connect the Power and I/O cable's M12 connector to the DS1000 series sensor. Connect the cable's DB15
connector to one of the vision controller's SENSOR ports. Tighten the connector screws to secure it to the vision
controller.
Figure 2-3: Connect the Cognex DS1000 Series Sensor
Installation
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