Cognex VisionView User manual

VisionView®
Operator Interface Panel
User Manual
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Legal Notices
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merchantability, non-infringement or its fitness for any particular purpose.
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Cognex Corporation is not responsible for any errors that may be present in either this document or the associated software.
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Portions of the hardware and software provided by Cognex may be covered by one or more of the U.S. and foreign patents listed below as well
as pending U.S. and foreign patents. Such pending U.S. and foreign patents issued after the date of this document are listed on Cognex web
site at http://www.cognex.com/patents.
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Regulations/Conformity
Declaration of Conformity
Manufacturer: Cognex Corporation
One Vision Drive
Natick, MA 01760 USA
Declares this -marked Machine Vision System Product
Product Type: Type 821-0004-1R
Complies With: 2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
Compliance Standards: EN 55022:2006 Class A
EN 61000-6-2:2005
European Representative: COGNEX INTERNATIONAL
Immeuble “Le Patio”
104 Avenue Albert 1er
92563 Rueil Malmaison Cedex - France
Safety and Regulatory
FCC FCC Part 15, Class A
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense.
NRTL TUV SUD AM SCC/NRTL OSHA Scheme for UL/CAN 60950-1
CB TUV SUD AM, IEC/EN 60950-1. CB report available upon request.
RoHS RoHS 6 Compliant
Note: For the most up-to-date regulations and conformity information, please refer to the Cognex online support site:
http://www.cognex.com/Support/VisionView.
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Precautions
Observe these precautions when installing VisionView to reduce the risk of injury or equipment damage:
• VisionView is intended to be supplied by a NRTL listed power supply with a minimum output rated 24VDC, 2A with a maximum short
circuit current rating of less than 8A and a maximum power rating of less than 100VA and marked Class 2 or Limited Power Source
(LPS). Any other voltage creates a risk of fire or shock and can damage VisionView components.
• To 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.
• Do not install VisionView in areas directly exposed to environmental hazards such as excessive heat, dust, moisture, humidity, impact,
vibration, corrosive substances, flammable substances, or static electricity without a protective enclosure.
• Do not expose the touch screen to direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time.
• Do not place heavy, hard or sharp objects directly on or against the touch screen.
• VisionView does not contain user-serviceable parts. Do not make any electrical or mechanical modifications. Unauthorized
modifications may void your warranty.
• Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for regulatory compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
• VisionView is intended for indoor use only.
• Cable shielding can be degraded or cables can be damaged or wear out more quickly if a bend radius or service loop is tighter than 10X
the cable diameter.
• Service loops should be included with all cable connections.
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Table of Contents
Introduction
VisionView Operator Interface Panel ......................................................................................................................................... 1
VisionView PC Software............................................................................................................................................................. 1
VisionView Maintenance Utility .................................................................................................................................................. 1
VisionView Support .................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Install VisionView
Mount VisionView....................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Connect the Network Cables...................................................................................................................................................... 5
Connect the Power Cable .......................................................................................................................................................... 7
Setup Mode
Manually Select Sensors.......................................................................................................................................................... 10
Add Other Sensor.......................................................................................................................................................... 11
Sensor Details ............................................................................................................................................................... 11
Language ................................................................................................................................................................................. 12
Screen Layout .......................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Job Control Options....................................................................................................................................................... 13
Adjust Image Options .................................................................................................................................................... 14
Filmstrip Options ........................................................................................................................................................... 14
Settings .................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Security Settings ........................................................................................................................................................... 18
Sensor Settings ............................................................................................................................................................. 18
Display Settings - VisionView Operator Interface Panel ............................................................................................... 19
Display Settings - VisionView PC Software................................................................................................................... 20
Image Settings .............................................................................................................................................................. 21
Network Settings ........................................................................................................................................................... 22
Run Mode
Tiled Image Mode..................................................................................................................................................................... 25
Tiled Image Mode Controls ........................................................................................................................................... 26
Adjust Image ................................................................................................................................................................. 27
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Single Image Mode................................................................................................................................................................... 27
Single Image Mode Controls ......................................................................................................................................... 28
Adjust Image.................................................................................................................................................................. 30
Pan/Zoom Mode ............................................................................................................................................................ 31
Options ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Configure Custom View................................................................................................................................................. 33
Configure SmartLink Table............................................................................................................................................ 34
In-Sight Custom View and EasyView
Interactive Graphics Mode........................................................................................................................................................ 36
Handle Selection Button ................................................................................................................................................ 36
Move Handle ................................................................................................................................................................. 37
Resize Handle ............................................................................................................................................................... 37
Rotate Handle................................................................................................................................................................ 38
Bend Handle.................................................................................................................................................................. 38
Handle Edit Button......................................................................................................................................................... 39
Pan/Zoom Button........................................................................................................................................................... 39
Numeric Entry Mode................................................................................................................................................................. 40
Supported Interactive Controls ................................................................................................................................................. 41
Button ............................................................................................................................................................................ 41
Checkbox....................................................................................................................................................................... 41
Dialog ............................................................................................................................................................................ 41
EditAnnulus ................................................................................................................................................................... 41
EditCircle ....................................................................................................................................................................... 41
EditCompositeRegion.................................................................................................................................................... 41
EditFloat ........................................................................................................................................................................ 42
EditInt ............................................................................................................................................................................ 42
EditLine.......................................................................................................................................................................... 42
EditPoint ........................................................................................................................................................................ 42
EditPolygon ................................................................................................................................................................... 42
EditRegion ..................................................................................................................................................................... 42
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EditString........................................................................................................................................................................42
ListBox ...........................................................................................................................................................................43
Wizards ..........................................................................................................................................................................43
Supported Fonts........................................................................................................................................................................43
How To...
Display a Text String in the Image (In-Sight Sensors) ..............................................................................................................45
Troubleshooting
VisionView Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................................................47
In-Sight Sensor Troubleshooting...............................................................................................................................................47
Specifications
General Specifications ..............................................................................................................................................................49
Power Connector Specifications ...............................................................................................................................................50
VisionView 700 Dimensional Drawings.....................................................................................................................................51
Appendix A
Cleaning/Maintenance ..............................................................................................................................................................53
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Introduction
VisionView Operator Interface Panel
The VisionView®Operator Interface Panel is a low-cost panel-mount display, providing an operator interface that can connect to multiple
In-Sight®and DVT®sensors and display the sensors' acquired image and critical pass/fail data to the operator on the factory floor. The
VisionView Operator Interface Panel eliminates the need to have a computer on the factory floor and provides ease-of-use that makes data
accessible at the operator level. This manual describes the connection of the VisionView Operator Interface Panel to its standard components
and configuration of the user interface. For a complete list of optional accessories, contact your Cognex sales representative.
VisionView PC Software
The VisionView PC software allows you to deploy the VisionView application on a PC that resides on the same network as In-Sight or DVT
sensors. The functionality of the VisionView PC software is the same as the VisionView Operator Interface Panel, except for minor differences,
which are noted within this manual. The VisionView PC software is distributed in two different packages: a demo version and a full version. The
demo version has an automatic timeout of forty-five minutes and is available as a free download on the VisionView support site and on the
VisionView PC Demo CD that is shipped with the VisionView Operator Interface Panel. The full version provides complete functionality, does
not timeout and is available for download on the VisionView support site and on the VisionView PC Software CD. To use the full version, you
must purchase a license and install the license using the Cognex Software Licensing Center, which is automatically installed to the PC with the
full version. For detailed instructions, visit: http://www.cognex.com/licensingfaq.
VisionView Maintenance Utility
The VisionView Maintenance Utility allows you to view and manage all VisionView devices detected on the network. The detected devices can
include any VisionView Operator Interface Panel connected to the network or any active instances of the VisionView PC software running on a
networked PC. You can load the most current version of firmware onto the device and perform file operations including backup, restore and
duplicate. You can also configure the network settings, restore VisionView to the default settings and reset the VisionView Administrator
Password. The Maintenance Utility is included on the VisionView PC Demo CD that is shipped with the VisionView Operator Interface Panel.
For instructions on updating the VisionView firmware, please refer to the VisionView® Maintenance Utility Help file.
Notes:
• The VisionView Operator Interface Panel supports In-Sight Micro series sensors running firmware version 4.1.0 and later, In-Sight 5604 Line
Scan sensors running firmware version 4.3.0 and later, In-Sight 5000 series sensors running firmware version 3.1.0 and later, In-Sight 3400
sensors running firmware version 3.1.0 - 4.2.0 and DVT 515, 535, 535C, 545, 545C, 550, 554, 554C and XS sensors running Framework 2.7
and later and Intellect 1.3 and later.
• In-Sight sensors running firmware version 3.x.x will have substantially lower performance rates and higher latencies, depending on the sensor
model. DVT sensors running Framework or Intellect 1.4 and earlier will have lower performance rates for image updates. It is recommended
that In-Sight sensors be upgraded to firmware version 4.1.0 and higher, and DVT sensors be upgraded to Intellect 1.5 and higher.
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VisionView Support
Cognex online support is available to assist you in using the VisionView Operator Interface Panel and user interface. For online support,
documentation, and downloads, visit: http://www.cognex.com/Support/VisionView.
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Install VisionView
Mount VisionView
1. Cut a mounting hole in the panel (refer to the VisionView 700 Dimensional Drawings on page 51).
2. Place VisionView face-down on a clean, flat surface.
3. Slide the rubber gasket around the back of VisionView, until it rests directly against the back of the VisionView faceplate.
4. Slide the panel cutout around the back of VisionView, until the panel rests directly on the rubber gasket.
Figure 2-1: Rubber Gasket and Panel
Note: It is strongly recommended that a professional machine shop cut the mounting hole in the panel.
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5. Insert an M4 set screw into a mounting clip and tighten the screw until it is partially threaded in the mounting clip.
6. Insert the mounting clip into one of the 8 insertion points located on the perimeter of the display.
7. Holding the mounting clip firmly in place, tighten the set screw using a 3mm hex wrench; maximum torque 0.2259 Nm (2 in-lb). Repeat
for the 7 remaining set screws and mounting clips until VisionView is securely attached to the panel, ensuring the rubber gasket
remains in place. If properly mounted, less than 1.5mm of the rubber gasket should be visible around the front perimeter of the
VisionView display.
Figure 2-2: Insert Mounting Clips and Screws
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Connect the Network Cables
In this configuration, four In-Sight or DVT sensors are directly connected to VisionView and a PC is connected to VisionView’s LAN port (to
communicate with the sensors using In-Sight Explorer or Intellect software). Connect the sensors to VisionView by plugging the sensors’
Ethernet cables directly into VisionView’s Vision Sensor ports. If also connecting VisionView to a PC, plug one end of an RJ-45 cable into
VisionView’s LAN port and plug the other end into the PC's network card.
Figure 2-3: Standalone Network
Notes:
• Cables are sold separately.
• The VisonView Vision Sensor ports provide power to Cognex vision sensors requiring Power over Ethernet (PoE); connecting third party
devices to these ports could damage VisionView.
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In this configuration VisionView’s LAN port is connected to a switch, router or factory network, allowing VisionView to communicate with remote
sensors on the factory floor. Up to four In-Sight or DVT sensors may also be directly connected to VisionView. Connect the switch/router to
VisionView by plugging an RJ-45 cable into VisionView’s LAN port and plug the other end into an available port on the switch/router. Optionally,
plug the sensors’ Ethernet cables into VisionView’s Vision Sensor ports.
Figure 2-4: VisionView Connected to the Factory Network
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Connect the Power Cable
1. Verify the 24VDC power supply being used is unplugged and not receiving power.
2. Attach the power cable’s -24V wire to Pin 2 and the +24V wire to Pin 3 on the green power connector supplied with VisionView.
Optionally, connect a wire from Pin 1 to frame ground (refer to Table 8-2 on page 50). Tighten the wire retention screws.
3. Insert the green connector into the Power Connector port and tighten the connector screws.
4. Restore power to the 24VDC power supply and turn it on if necessary.
5. Slide the VisionView Power Switch (located directly above the Power Connector port) to the ON position.
Figure 2-5: Connect the Power Cable
Note: Cables are sold separately.
!
Caution: Do not connect AC power directly to the VisionView Power Connector.
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