Cognex DataMan 300 Series User manual

DataMan®300 Series
Extension Kit Installation Guide
2019 November 15
Revision:6.1.6SR2.3

Laser Light Warning
WARNING:Do not stare into beam when adding, removing, or changing
cables. Cognex recommends to unpower the reader any time you make
physical changes to it.
Dimensional Constraints
The DM300 extension kit has the following lens dimensional constraints, shown in
this cross section view of a DM300 reader:
1: max. diameter of lens barrel/lens spacer = 16 mm
2: max. length of the lens relative to the mount face = 31 mm
3: max. thread extension for an M12 lens = 10 mm
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About DataMan 300 Extension Kit
The DM300 extension kit allows the use of longer focal length S-Mount/M12 lenses
and spacers.
Insert the Lens
1. Disconnect the device from power and remove the lens cover, lens, and
protective cap.
2. Insert the M12 lens and lens extenders (if appropriate).
Adjust Lens Focus
1. Place the reader at the desired working distance from focus target.
2. Power up the DM300.
3. Connect the reader to the Setup Tool.
4. In the Optimize Image pane's Basic tab, click the triangle on the Live
button to access the drop-down list, and check the Focus Feedback
option.
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5. Use the DataMan Focus Target template, available through the Windows
Start menu, to align the edge of the reader body to the line marked with the
target distance used in your application.
6. Adjust focus for maximum sharpness. Enhance image quality in the Setup
Tool for better guidance.
7. Ensure the locking of your M12 lens setup.
8. Verify focus for maximum sharpness.
9. Disconnect power from the DM300.
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Add Extension Cable
Plug in the extension cable.
Add Housing Extensions
Attach housing extensions in the specified order and then tighten the screws.
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Note: Tighten in sequence. Torque limit: 0.8 Nm (7 Lb-In).
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Mount Lens Cover
1. Mount the lens cover, making sure that the lighting connector on the cover
connects to the extension cable connector.
2. Fix the lens cover.
Note: Tighten screws to 9 N-cm (0.8 Lb-In) in the order shown.
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