Cognex CFG-8714e User manual

Cognex CFG-8714e
Hardware Manual
10/25/2017

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Preface
This document describes the Cognex CFG-8714e frame grabber.
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WARNING:This symbol indicates the presence of a hazard that could result in death, serious personal injury or
electrical shock.
CAUTION:This symbol indicates the presence of a hazard that could result in property damage.
Note: Notes provide supplemental information about a subject.
Tip: Tips provide helpful suggestions and shortcuts that may not otherwise be apparent.
Precautions
Observe these precautions when installing the Cognex product, to reduce the risk of injury or equipment damage:
lTo reduce the risk of damage or malfunction due to over-voltage, line noise, electrostatic discharge (ESD), power
surges, or other irregularities in the power supply, route all cables and wires away from high-voltage power
sources.
lChanges or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for regulatory compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
lCable shielding can be degraded or cables can be damaged or wear out more quickly if a service loop or bend
radius is tighter than 10X the cable diameter. The bend radius must begin at least six inches from the connector.
lThis device is a business-use (Class A) EMC-compliant device. The seller and user are advised to be aware of
this fact. This device is intended for use in areas outside the home.
lThis device should be used in accordance with the instructions in this manual.
lAll specifications are for reference purpose only and may be changed without notice.
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Preface

The CFG-8714e Frame Grabber
The CFG-8714e frame grabber is a PCI Express x4 compliant device for GigEVision image acquisition. A CFG-8714e
offers the following features:
lPCI Express® x4 compliant
lSupports 4 independent Gigabit Ethernet ports
lIEEE 802.3at for PoE+ (Power over Ethernet Plus) 50 to 57V, 30W per port
lUp to 20/61.6 PoE power supply from PCIe bus
lLink Aggregation/jumbo frame (9 Kb)
lLED connectivity indicators
lMultiple card and camera support
lPoE Protection from protect against undervoltage, overvoltage, overcurrent, and overheating
lNon-volatile memory for storing Cognex security key information.
lWindows® 7/8.1/10 OS compatible
lC#, VB.NET/VC++ compatible
Layout, I/O and Indicators
The following images highlight the layout of the CFG-8714e:
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Refer to the following legend for reference:
A POE switch (SW3)
B 4-pin 12V connector
D Card ID switch (SW1)
E RJ45 connectors x2
F POE LED
G Trigger In connector
H Temperature sensor
The following diagrams present side and front views:
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Specifications
Physical
Dimensions 167.6 W x 106.6 H mm (6.6 x 4.2 in.)
Operating Temperature 0°C to 70°C when PoE power is 20W and 61.6W
0°C to 40°C when PoE power is 120W
Storage -40°C to 85°C
Safety Compliance CE/FCC Class B; RoHS
Advanced
Jumbo Frame 9 KB
IEEE 1588 (Hardware Only) Yes
Link Aggregation Yes
Multiple cards Yes
PoE+, Power over Ethernet Plus, IEEE
802.3at
Yes
PoE Protection Yes
PoE Power Management Yes
License Management Yes
ToE, Trigger over Ethernet No
Power Requirements
Input Voltage 3.3VDC and 12VDC, (w/ PC system power)
PoE Power w/ PCIe Slot Max. 20W
RJ-45 Port
The CFG-8714e supports 4 GigE Vision Ethernet ports.
Refer to the following table for Ethernet port connector signals:
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Pin Signal
1 MDI0+ (PoE_DCV+)
2 MDI0- (PoE_DCV+)
3 MDI1+ (PoE_DCV-)
4 MDI2+ (PoE_DCV+)
5 MDI2- (PoE_DCV+)
6 MDI1- (PoE_DCV-)
7 MDI3+ (PoE_DCV-)
8 MDI3- (PoE_DCV-)
Refer to the following table for LED1 and LED2:
Activity Status
LED1 10/100/1000 Off 10 Mbps
Green 100 Mpbs
Yellow 1000 Mbps
LED2 ACT/LINK Off No link
Green Linked
Flashing green Data activity
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Status LEDs
The CFG-8714e provides four LEDs to indicate current operating conditions of the four PoE ports:
A lit LED indicates a port is supplying power over PoE. If you connect a GigE Vision camera that does not use Power
over Ethernet, the LED does not light.
Power Connector
The CFG-8714e supports a 4-pin 12V power connector:
Pin Signals
1 +12V
2 GND
3 GND
4 +5
Security Bits
The CFG-8714e supports non-volatile memory for storing security bit information. Your CFG-8714e arrives with particular
security bits enabled, but can be reprogrammed to allow additional security bits later. Contact your Cognex sales
representative for details.
See your software product documentation for more information on how your Cognex software uses a security system to
ensure that the software is properly licensed.
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Installing the CFG-8714e
A vacant PCI express slot is required for installation. Perform the following steps to install a CFG-8714e frame grabber:
1. Remove the computer cover according to the computer manual.
2. Remove the PCE express slot cover (if any).
3. Carefully position CFG-8714e in the selected PCI express slot. If installing in a tower computer, align the board
with the board slots.
4. Press the board firmly but carefully into the connector.
5. Anchor the board with the screw.
6. Plug the cable into the PoE power connector.
7. Connect the device via a Gigabit Ethernet connector.
8. Power up the computer.
If you are using the Windows 7 SP1 operating system, the CFG-8714e frame grabber requires additional device drivers
not included with your VisionPro installer. Specifically, the 8714e requires device drivers for Intel® Ethernet Controller
I210 Series adapters.
1. Open a browser and navigate to the following URL to download the appropriate drivers:
https://downloadcenter.intel.com/product/64399/Intel-Ethernet-Controller-I210-Series
2. Install the Intel Network Adapter Driver for Windows 7.
Be aware that based on the current configuration of your PC, the driver installer might display an error message
stating that the installation cannot continue:
If this occurs, navigate to the following URL and run the Program Install and Uninstall Troubleshooter:
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/17588/fix-problems-that-block-programs-from-being-installed-or-
removed
Once the Program Install and Uninstall Troubleshooter completes, return to step 1 and install the Intel®
Ethernet Controller I210 Series adapters.
3. Install your VisionPro software.
The Program Compatibility Assistant might display a warning about Windows not being able to verify the digital
signature for the 8700 series device drivers. If this occurs, exit the VisionPro installer and install Windows
Updates for your PC.
Try installing VisionPro again after the Windows Updates complete.
GigE Vision Configuration
After you install the CFG-8714e you can attach up to four GigEVision cameras. See the GigE Vision Cameras User's
Guide, available from the Start menu, for more details on connecting and using GigEVision cameras with your Cognex
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software.
Once the cameras are connected, you must use the GigE Vision Configuration Utility, available from the Start menu, to
set the IP address for each frame grabber port and each GigEVision camera. The GigEVision Configurator displays all
network connections that correspond to ports on the frame grabber as well as any GigEVision cameras connected to
them:
For additional information on using a GigE Vision camera with your Cognex vision software, see your software product
documentation. In addition, the Cognex technical support site may contain additional documentation about using GigE
vision for your machine vision application.
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Regulations/Conformity
Note: For the most up-to-date CE declaration and regulatory conformity information, please refer to the Cognex
online support site: http://www.cognex.com/Support.
Safety and Regulatory
CFG-8714e: Regulatory Model 207-10006R
KCC Regulatory Model MSIP-REM-CGX-207-1031R
RoHS Compliant to the latest applicable Directive.
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Regulations/Conformity

October 2017