Cognex DataMan 280 Series User manual

DataMan®280 Series
Reference Manual
2022 February 21
Revision: 6.3.1.51

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Precautions
To reduce the risk of injury or equipment damage, observe the following precautions when you install the Cognex
product:
lConnectivity is possible through the following options:
l24 VDC (+/- 10%) output connection using a UL or NTRL listed power supply
lPower over Ethernet (PoE) 13 W power supply
Any other voltage creates a risk of fire or shock and can damage the components. Applicable national and local
wiring standards and rules must be followed.
lThis product is intended for industrial use in automated manufacturing or similar applications.
lThe safety of any system incorporating this product is the responsibility of the assembler of the system.
lDo not install Cognex products where they are exposed to environmental hazards such as excessive heat, dust,
moisture, humidity, impact, vibration, corrosive substances, flammable substances, or static electricity.
lRoute cables and wires away from high-current wiring or high-voltage power sources to reduce the risk of
damage or malfunction from the following causes: over-voltage, line noise, electrostatic discharge (ESD), power
surges, or other irregularities in the power supply.
lDo not expose the image sensor to laser light. Image sensors can be damaged by direct, or reflected, laser light.
If your application requires laser light that might strike the image sensor, use a lens filter at the corresponding
laser wavelength. For suggestions, contact your local integrator or application engineer.
lThis product does not contain user-serviceable parts. Do not make electrical or mechanical modifications to
product components. Unauthorized modifications can void your warranty.
lChanges or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for regulatory compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
lInclude service loops with cable connections.
lEnsure that the cable bend radius begins at least six inches from the connector. Cable shielding can be
degraded or cables can be damaged or wear out faster if a service loop or bend radius is tighter than 10X the
cable diameter.
lThis device should be used in accordance with the instructions in this manual.
lAll specifications are for reference purposes only and can change without notice.
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Table of Contents
Legal Notices 2
Precautions 3
Symbols 4
Table of Contents 5
Getting Started 7
About the DataMan 280 Series 7
Supporting Documentation 8
Accessories 9
Lenses 9
Lens Covers and Internal Illumination 10
Mounting Brackets 12
Cables 13
DataMan 280 Systems 14
Illumination Options 14
Setting Up Your DataMan Reader 16
Reader Layout 16
Indicator LEDs 17
Dimensions 18
DataMan 280 with 6.2 mm Lens 18
DataMan 280 with 16 mm Lens 19
DataMan 280 with L-shaped extension, equipped with 6.2 mm lens 19
DataMan 280 with L-shaped extension, equipped with 16 mm lens 20
Field of View and Reading Distance 21
DataMan 280 readers with a 6.2 mm lens 21
DataMan 280 readers with a 16 mm lens 22
Installing and Changing Lenses 24
Installing a C-Mount Lens 24
Changing a 6.2 mm Lens to a 16 mm Lens 28
Installing a High Speed Liquid Lens 32
Mounting the Reader 35
Setting Focus 36
Manual Focus Lens 37
Focus Feedback 37
Best Practices 38
Connection options 38
Connecting the Ethernet Cable 38
Connecting the Power and I/OBreakout Cable 39
Using your device through USB 39
Using Your DataMan Reader 42
Installing the DataMan Setup Tool 42
Trigger Types 42
External Triggers 43
Training the Reader 43
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Manual Training 44
Training Feedback 45
Incremental Training for Multiple Symbologies 45
Industrial Protocols 47
Specifications 48
DataMan 280 Series Reader 48
DataMan 280 Series Reader Image Sensor 49
Acquisition Trigger Input 49
High-Speed Outputs 51
High Speed Output Wiring 52
Ethernet Cable 53
Power and I/O Breakout Cable (CCB-M12x12Fy-xx) 54
Power and I/O Breakout Cable (CCBL-05-01) 55
Power and I/O Breakout Cable (CCB-PWRIO-05) 56
Cleaning and Maintenance 57
Clean the Housing 57
Clean the Reader Image Sensor Window 57
Clean the Reader Lens Cover 57
Regulations and Conformity 58
中国大陆RoHS (Information for China RoHS Compliance) 59
For European Community Users 59
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Getting Started
This section provides general information about the DataMan 280 series reader and the accessories and systems.
About the DataMan 280 Series
The DataMan 280 series readers are high-performance readers that offer:
lPremium class performance in a compact package
lFlexible Industry 4.0 connectivity options
lUnmatched Modularity and Ease of Use
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Supporting Documentation
This document provides basic information about the DataMan 280 series readers. Additional information is available
through the Windows Start menu or the DataMan Setup Tool Help menu after you install the DataMan software on your
PC.
Note: For the latest documentation, visit: support.cognex.com/documentation/dataman.
lThe DataMan Communications and Programming Guide shows you how to integrate your DataMan reader into
your particular automation and factory environment.
Cognex > DataMan Software Revision: x.x.x> Documentation > Communications > DataMan Communications
and Programming Guide
lThe DataMan Industrial Protocols Manual provides information on how to integrate DataMan readers into your
particular environment using industrial protocols.
Cognex > DataMan Software Revision: x.x.x> Documentation > Communications > DataMan Industrial Protocols
Manual
lThe DataMan Reader Configuration Codes document provides printable 2-D codes that you can use to
configure the DataMan reader.
Cognex > DataMan Software Revision: x.x.x > Documentation > English > Reader Configuration Codes
lThe DM280 Quick Reference Guide provides essential information about the DM280 reader.
Cognex > DataMan SoftwareRevision: x.x.x > Documentation > English > DM280 Series > DM280 Quick
Reference Guide
lThe DataMan Fixed-Mount Readers Reference is a complete online hardware reference for the DataMan fixed-
mount ID readers.
Cognex > DataMan Software Revision: x.x.x > Documentation > English > DM280 > Fixed-Mount Reference
Manual
lThe DataMan Questions and Answers document provides context-sensitive information. You can view this help
inside the DataMan Setup Tool or as a stand-alone help file.
Cognex > DataMan Software Revision: x.x.x > Documentation > DM280 > Questions and Answers
lThe DataMan Control Commands lists DataMan Control Commands with all relevant information. You can view
this help inside the Setup Tool or as a stand-alone help file.
Cognex > DataMan Software Revision: x.x.x > Documentation > English > DataMan Control Commands
lThe Setup Tool Reference Manual describes the user interface of the DataMan Setup Tool software.
Cognex > DataMan Software Revision: x.x.x> Documentation > English > Setup Tool Reference Manual
lThe Release Notes list detailed system requirements and additional information about the DataMan software
release.
Cognex > DataMan Software Revision: x.x.x > Documentation > DataMan Revision: x.x.x > Release Notes
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Accessories
You can purchase the following components separately. For a list of options and accessories, contact your local Cognex
sales representative.
Lenses
Accessory Product Number Illustration
6.2 mm lens kit that includes:
l6.2 mm optics mount
l6.2 mm lens
lManual lens cap (assembled)
lScrews
DM280-LENS-62
16 mm lens kit with extended optics mount (requires the use of an extended front
cover and high-powered red LED). The kit includes:
l16 mm optics mount
l16 mm lens
lManual lens cap (assembled)
lScrews
DM260-LENS-16
IR 6.2 mm lens kit, 3-position with IR LED includes:
l6.2 mm optics mount
l6.2 mm lens (IR)
lIR Light for 6.2mm (Risk Group Exempt acc. IEC62471)
lManual lens cap (not assembled)
lScrews
DM280-KIT-IR-62
IR16 mm lens kit that includes:
l16 mm optics mount
l16 mm lens (IR)
lIR Light for 16mm (Risk Group Exempt acc. IEC62471)
lManual lens cap (assembled)
lScrews
DMA-KIT-IR-16
High Speed Liquid Lens Module (HSLL) to be used with 6.2 mm lens or 16 mm lens DMA-HSLL-280
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Accessory Product Number Illustration
16 mm lens with ImageMax kit that includes:
l16 mm optics mount
l16 mm lens
lHigh Speed Liquid Lens Module (DMA-HSLL-280)
lHigh Powered red LED illumination (DM280-LED-RED-HP) (Risk Group
Exempt acc. IEC62471)
l2-LED half-polarized extended cover (DM260-LENS-16CVR-P) (Risk Group
Exempt acc. IEC62471)
DM280-KIT-IMGMAX
Blue bandpass filter DM150-BP470
Red bandpass filter DM150-BP635
Lens Covers and Internal Illumination
Accessory Product Number Illustration
Red LED Light for 6.2 mm Lens (Risk Group Exempt acc. IEC 62471) DM150-LED-RED
White LED Light for 6.2 mm Lens (Risk Group Exempt acc. IEC 62471) DM150-LED-WHT
Blue LED Light for 6.2 mm Lens (Risk Group Exempt acc. IEC 62471) DM150-LED-BLU
High-Powered Red LED Light for 16 mm Lens (Risk Group Exempt acc. IEC
62471)*
DM280-LED-RED-HP
High-Powered White LED Light for 16 mm Lens (Risk Group Exempt acc. IEC
62471)*
DM280-LED-WHT-HP
Front cover. Use with a 6.2 mm lens only. DM280-CVR-62
Polarized front cover. Use with a 6.2 mm lens only. DM280-LENS-62CVR-
F
Half-Polarized front cover. Use with a 6.2 mm lens only. DM280-LENS-62CVR-
P
Extended front cover. Use with a 16 mm lens only. DM260-LENS-16CVR
Extended front cover, half-polarized. Use with a 16 mm lens only. DM260-LENS-16CVR-
P
Extended front cover, fully-polarized.Use with a 16 mm lens only. DM260-LENS-16CVR-
F
C-mount adapter, IP40 DM280-CMNT-00
C-mount cover, IP65 DM280-CMNT-CVR
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Note: *For maximum light power 24VDC supply is recommended. For more information, see Illumination Options on
page14.
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Mounting Brackets
Accessory Product Number Illustration
Universal mounting bracket DM100-UBRK-000
Pivot mounting bracket DM100-PIVOTM-01
Pivot bracket, Dataman DMBK-DMPIVOT-00
Logistics mounting bracket and plate kit DMA-BKT-LGS
Adjustable mirror bracket DMA-262-MIR
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Cables
Note: Cables are sold separately.
Accessory Product Number Illustration
Ethernet Cable, X-coded M12-8 to RJ-45 CCB-84901-2001-xx (straight, xx specifies length: 2m, 5m,
10m, 15m, 30m)
Ethernet Cable, X-coded M12-8 to RJ-45 CCB-84901-2002-xx (right-angled, xx specifies length: 2m,
5m, 10m)
Ethernet Cable, Robotic X-Coded M12-8 to
RJ-45
CCB-84901-2RBT-xx (straight, xx specifies length: 2m, 5m,
10m)
X-Coded to A-Coded Ethernet cable adapter,
0.5 m
CCB-M12X8MS-XCAC
Power and I/O Breakout Cable, M12-12 to
Flying Lead, 5m
CCB-M12x12Fy-05 (y = straight/angled)
Power and I/O Breakout Cable, M12-12 to
Flying Lead, 5m
CCBL-05-01
Power and I/O Breakout Cable, M12-12 to
Flying Lead
CCB-PWRIO- xx (straight, xx specifies length: 5m, 10m,
15m)
Power and I/O Breakout Cable, M12-12 to
Flying Lead
CCB-PWRIO-xxR (right-angled, xx specifies length: 5m,
10m, 15m)
I/O Module Cable M12-12 to DB15 CCB-PWRIO-MOD-xx (xx specifies length: 2m, 5m)
RS-232 Connection Cable CCB-M12xDB9Y-05
I/O Extension Cable CKR-200-CBL-EXT
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DataMan 280 Systems
Omni-
directional 1D
Code
1D Max
with
Hotbars
High Speed
Decoding
2DMax - Hard to
read 2D codes
PowerGrid
-
Damaged
2D codes
Multi-
Reader
Sync
Resolution
DM-280L
1D Codes
1440x1080
DM-280QL
1D Codes
DM-280S
1D/2D Codes
DM-280Q
1D/2D Codes
DM-280X
1D/2D Codes
Illumination Options
Illumination Board PoEPowered 24V Externally Powered
Max. exposure time Max. duty cycle Max. exposure time Max. duty cycle
Standard Red 1 ms 6% 1 ms 6%
High Power Red 1 ms 6% 10 ms 10%
Standard White 1 ms 6% 1 ms 6%
High Power White 1 ms 6% 10 ms 10%
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Illumination Board PoEPowered 24V Externally Powered
Max. exposure time Max. duty cycle Max. exposure time Max. duty cycle
Standard Blue 1 ms 6% 1 ms 6%
IR 1 ms 6% 1 ms 6%
High Power IR 1 ms 6% 10 ms 10%
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Setting Up Your DataMan Reader
Read this section to learn how the reader connects to its standard components and accessories.
Reader Layout
The image and table below shows the elements of the reader.
Number Description
1 Power I/O Breakout cable connector
2 USB-C slot (with plastic cover)
3 Ethernet connector
4 Illumination LEDs
5 LED aimers
6 Trigger button
7 Tune button
8 Light edges
9 Power LED indicator
10 Train status LED indicator
11 Good/bad read LED indicator
12 Communication LED indicator
13 Error LED indicator
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Indicator LEDs
The table summarizes the functions of the DataMan 280's indicator LEDs.
Indicator Color/Status Meaning
Light edges GREEN,
blinking
Light edges blink in green when the device performs a good read.
Note: In case of a good read, the Good/Bad read indicator LED is also blinking in
green.
RED,
blinking
Light edges blink in red when the device performs a bad read when it does not find a
decoding after a timeout.
Note: In case of a bad read, the Good/Bad read indicator LED is also blinking in
red.
WHITE Light edges are white when you trigger the Identify function in Setup Tool. For more
information, see DataMan Setup Tool Reference Manual.
Power ON The device is on.
OFF The device is off.
Train/Trigger ON If the device has a trained code, this LED is green.
OFF If the device has no trained code, this LED is off.
Good/Bad read GREEN,
blinking
The device performs a good read.
Note: In case of a good read, light edges are also blinking in green.
RED,
blinking
The device performs a bad read when it does not find a decoding after a timeout.
Note: In case of a bad read, light edges are also blinking in red.
Communication ON This LED is on when the DataMan 280 established the Ethernet connection.
OFF This LED is off when there is no Ethernet connection.
Error ON This LED is on if the DataMan 280 detects an error.
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Dimensions
The following sections list dimensions of the reader.
Note:
lDimensions are in millimeters and are for reference purposes only.
lAll specifications are for reference purposes only and can change without notice.
DataMan 280 with 6.2 mm Lens
The following image shows the dimensions of DataMan 280, equipped with 6.2 mm lens.
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DataMan 280 with 16 mm Lens
The following image shows the dimensions of DataMan 280 equipped with 16 mm lens.
DataMan 280 with L-shaped extension, equipped with 6.2 mm lens
The following image shows the dimensions of DataMan280 equipped with L-shaped extension and 6.2 mm lens.
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DataMan 280 with L-shaped extension, equipped with 16 mm lens
The following image shows the dimensions of DataMan280 equipped with L-shaped extension and 16 mm lens.
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