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DS2 Instruction Manual
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INDEX
1. GENERAL INFORMATION.....................................................................................................................1
1.1. General description of the AREAscanTM light grid............................................................................1
1.2. Selecting the device.........................................................................................................................2
1.3. Typical applications..........................................................................................................................3
2INSTALLATION MODES ........................................................................................................................4
2.1. Precautions to be observed for the choice and installation of the device........................................4
2.2. General information on device positioning.......................................................................................4
2.2.1. Minimum installation distance................................................................................................4
2.2.2. Minimum distance from reflecting surfaces ...........................................................................5
2.2.3. Installation of several adjacent light grids..............................................................................6
3. MECHANICAL MOUNTING....................................................................................................................7
4. ELECTRICal connections......................................................................................................................8
4.1. Notes on connections.......................................................................................................................9
5. FUNCTIONING MODES........................................................................................................................10
5.1. Detection mode..............................................................................................................................10
5.2. Measurement mode .......................................................................................................................10
5.3. Transition detection (number of transitions)...................................................................................11
5.4. Notes on functioning mode ............................................................................................................11
5.5. RS485 serial output setting............................................................................................................12
6. FUNCTION AND PROGRAMMING SELECTION.................................................................................12
6.1. Local programming.........................................................................................................................13
6.1.1. Teach-in with detection........................................................................................................14
6.1.2. Absolute detection mode .....................................................................................................15
6.1.3. Relative detection mode ......................................................................................................16
6.2. Remote programming.....................................................................................................................17
6.2.1. DS2 user interface –General information ...........................................................................18
6.2.2. Program installation.............................................................................................................18
6.2.3. Graphic user interface..........................................................................................................19
6.2.4. Connection with AREAscanTM DS2 series...........................................................................19
6.2.5. Configuration of the AREAscanTM DS2 series.....................................................................23
6.2.6. File saving of the configuration options ...............................................................................28
6.2.7. File loading of the configuration options..............................................................................28
7. AREAscanTM DS2 series –communication Protocol .......................................................................29
7.1. Packet description..........................................................................................................................29
7.1.1 Binary data packet structure................................................................................................29
7.1.2. Short protocol binary data packet structure.........................................................................29
7.1.3. ASCII data packet structure.................................................................................................29
7.2 Operating mode: DS2 (master) Host Interface (slave)..............................................................30
7.2.1. Packet description................................................................................................................30
7.3. Configuration mode: DS2 (slave) Host (master) .......................................................................33
7.3.1 Host appropriation procedure of the bus .............................................................................33
7.3.2 Command packet description: .............................................................................................34
8. DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTIONS AND LED INTERFACE ERROR SIGNALLING......................................40
8.1. Device status visualisation.............................................................................................................40
9. CHECKS AND PERIODICAL MAINTENANCE....................................................................................41
10.TECHNICAL DATA ...............................................................................................................................42
10.1. Response time.........................................................................................................................42
11.lIST OF AVAILABLE MODELS ............................................................................................................43
12.OVERALL DIMENSIONS......................................................................................................................43

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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1. General description of the AREAscanTM light grid
The AREAscanTM light grids are multibeam optoelectronic devices that can be used to detect objects,
including small and transparent targets as well as for measurement detection.
The variety of functions implemented make the DS2 a particularly flexible device that suits many
different applications.
The AREAscanTM light grids of the DS2 series are manufactured in accordance with the international
Standards in force and in particular:
CEI EN 60947-5-2: low voltage proximity devices
CEI EN 50319: proximity switches: requirements for proximity switches with analogue
output
The device, consisting of emitter and receiver units housed inside sturdy aluminium profiles, generates
infrared beams that detect any object positioned in the light grid’s detection field.
The command and control functions are inside the two units; the connections are made through M12
connectors located in the lower side of the profiles.
The synchronisation between the emitter and the receiver takes place via cable through direct
connection between the two units.
The control and management of the emitted and received beams are guaranteed by microprocessors.
The operator obtains information relative to the light grid status and error conditions through LEDs
located on the device and/or through the control interface of a remote PC.
Some parts or paragraphs of this manual, containing important information for the operator, are
proceeded by a note:
Notes and detailed descriptions about particular characteristics of the AREAscanTM devices have
been added to better explain functioning.
DATALOGIC Technical Support is available for questions related to the functioning and installation of
the DS2 series light grids and for any information and/or suggestions necessary for a correct
installation (see section 9 “Checks and periodical maintenance”).
AREAscanTM ARE NOT safety devices; the use of the device for safety purposes and operator
safeguarding is not conform and dangerous.

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1.2. Selecting the device
The selection of the correct device version is linked to the detection area needed, which is considered
as the sensitive area height of the device as well as to the maximum operating distance, considered
as the distance between the emitter unit (TX) and receiver unit (RX) and optics interaxis.
Versions are available:
Operating distance
Detection field
interaxis
DS2-05-07-015-JV
5m
21 beams; h=150mm
6.75mm
DS2-05-07-030-JV
5m
42 beams; h=300mm
6.75mm
DS2-05-07-045-JV
5m
63 beams; h=450mm
6.75mm
DS2-05-07-060-JV
5m
84 beams; h=600mm
6.75mm
DS2-05-07-075-JV
5m
105 beams; h=750mm
6.75mm
DS2-05-07-090-JV
5m
126 beams; h=900mm
6.75mm
DS2-05-07-105-JV
5m
147 beams; h=1050mm
6.75mm
DS2-05-07-120-JV
5m
168 beams; h=1200mm
6.75mm
DS2-05-07-135-JV
5m
189 beams; h=1350mm
6.75mm
DS2-05-07-150-JV
5m
210 beams; h=1500mm
6.75mm
DS2-05-07-165-JV
5m
231 beams; h=1650mm
6.75mm
DS2-05-25-045-JV
10m
18 beams; h=450mm
25mm
DS2-05-25-060-JV
10m
24 beams; h=600mm
25mm
DS2-05-25-075-JV
10m
30 beams; h=750mm
25mm
DS2-05-25-090-JV
10m
36 beams; h=900mm
25mm
The functions characterising the DS2 AREAscanTM light grids are available on all the versions that
consequently have the same operating modes.
The specific technical characteristics (e.g. resolution, sensitivity etc) remain the same for all the
versions, until differently indicated.
For food industry applications, please verify with DATALOGIC Technical Support the compatibility of
the materials of the light grid shell with the eventual chemical agents that are used in the production
process.

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1.3. Typical applications
The following images supply an overview on some main applications.
Object detection and measurement on conveyor belt
Control of the correct material positioning (opaque and transparent)
during functioning (plastic, metal, paper etc)
Loop control and positioning (also transparent material)
Detection of objects with different shapes in the food industry
Detection of objects in different positions (parallel beams)
Detection of slots and holes in different positions

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2 INSTALLATION MODES
2.1. Precautions to be observed for the choice and installation of the device
The dimension of the smallest object to be detected should not to be lower than the resolution level of
the device.
The DS2 should be installed in a place compatible with the technical characteristics (see section 10
“Technical Data”) of the AREAscanTM light grids.
Other considerations:
- avoid installation near very intense and/or flashing light sources, in particular near the receiver
unit.
- strong electromagnetic interference can compromise the correct functioning of the device. Please
contact DATALOGIC Technical Service when this problem occurs.
- the operating distance of the device can be reduced in the presence of smog, fog or airborne
dust.
-a sudden change in environment temperature, with very low minimum peaks, can generate a
small condensation layer on the lenses and jeopardise functioning.
-relevant variations of the power supply can reduce the operating distance of the device.
2.2. General information on device positioning
Place the device near the detection area.
Align the receiver (RX) and emitter (TX) units in order that they are the most parallel possible.
Verify that the green receiver LED is on (stability condition), otherwise slight adjustments of both
units have to be made in order to reach the stability position.
Fix the receiver and emitter units on rigid supports not conditioned by strong vibrations using
specific fixing brackets (see section 3 “Mechanical mounting”)
Check that the distance between the receiver and emitter units is within the device operating
distance (see section 10 “Technical data”)
2.2.1. Minimum installation distance
The minimum installation distance corresponds to the minimum operating distance = 0.3 m.

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2.2.2. Minimum distance from reflecting surfaces
Reflecting surfaces placed near light beams of the AREAscanTM device (over, under or laterally)
may cause passive reflections that can compromise the detection of an object inside the controlled
area (see Fig.1).
Fig. 1
However, the object may not be detected if the receiver detects a secondary beam (reflected by the
side-reflecting surface), even if the entering object interrupts the main beam.
It is thus important to position the units at the correct distance from any reflecting surface:
The minimum distance depends on:
-device operating distance
-reflecting surface nature
-position of the object inside the sensitive area
It is necessary to evaluate this distance on the field according to the operating conditions; however
a minimum distance from the reflecting surface of about 0.5 m is suggested.

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2.2.3. Installation of several adjacent light grids
When several devices must be installed in adjacent areas, it is necessary to prevent the
interference between the emitter of one device and the receiver of another.
Fig.2 provides an installation example of possible interference between different devices and two
possible solutions.
Fig. 2
NO

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Fig. 3
3. MECHANICAL MOUNTING
The emitter and receiver units have to be mounted with the relevant sensitive
surfaces facing each other. The connectors must be positioned on the same
side and with the operating distance of the model used (see section 10
“Technical data”).
The two units must be aligned and parallel as much as possible.
To mount the device, insert the threaded pins supplied (see Fig.3) in the slots
present on the two units.
Depending on the particular application and/or type of support, the operator
can use the fixing pins or the rigid fixing brackets supplied to mount the two
units (see Fig.4).
Fig. 4
Rigid fixing brackets can be used where no big mechanical corrections are required during the
alignment operation.
Rotating supports for the correction of the unit inclination of ±1° on the medial transversal axis and of
±5° on the longitudinal axis, are available on request.
In applications with particularly strong vibrations, the use of anti-vibration shock absorbers able to
reduce the impact of vibrations together with threaded pins, rigid brackets and/or rotating supports are
recommended.

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4. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
The electrical connection between the emitting and receiving units is made through a male M12
connector located in the lower part of the light grid.
2
8
1
5
3
4
7
6
+ VDC
GND
TEACH-IN / (OUTPUT HOLD) /(SERIAL OUTPUT ENABLE)
SYNC
RX/TX -
SWITCHING OUTPUT
ANALOGUE OUTPUT
RX/TX +
RECEIVER (RX):
1 = white = RX/TX -
2 = brown = +VDC
3 = green = ANALOGUE OUT
4 = yellow = SWITCHING OUTPUT
5 = grey = TEACH-IN / (OUT HOLD) / (SERIAL OUT ENABLE)
6 = pink = RX/TX +
7 = blue = GND
8 = red = SYNC
3
4
2
1
NOT USED
GND
+VDC
SYNC
EMITTER (TX):
1 = brown = +VDC
2 = white = NOT USED
3 = blue = GND
4 = black = SYNC

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4.1. Notes on connections
The following precautions regarding electrical connections have to be respected for the correct
functioning of the AREAscanTM light grid.
Shielded cables are not foreseen in the standard connection.
However, if necessary, these cables can be used in presence of ground connection of both the unit
and cable, as shown in Fig.5.
Fig. 5
In any case, these cables must not be placed in contact with or near any high voltage cables (e.g.
motor power supplies, inverters, etc) that, generating strong electromagnetic fields, can
compromise the correct functioning of the device.
Ground connection of the two units is not necessary. However, if required, the connection is
possible tightening the specific screw supplied instead of one of the 8 screws that lock the heads of
each unit (see Fig.6).
Follow the connection illustrated in Fig.5 when ground connection of the entire system is used.
Fig. 6

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5. FUNCTIONING MODES
The DS2 light grids detect and measure objects placed inside the detection area. Hence, beam
interruptions can cause output switching, analogue output signal variation and serial output updating.
Small objects (up to 12 mm) detection and geometrical measurements determined with approximately 6
mm resolution can be obtained by setting the device according to the different functioning modes.
Beam scanning is sequential and the update of all the outputs is made at each scanning, within a period
equal to the device response time.
5.1. Detection mode
The detection mode is activated whenever at least one beam is interrupted inside the detection area.
The activation causes the digital output switching (signalled by the powering of the yellow LED). The
DS2 presents many different functions, listed below, that condition the switching output:
Switching Output Mode: indicates if electrical current passes through switching output; the output
can be normally closed (N.C.) or normally open (N.O.).
Switching Output Delay: delays the re-setting of the switching output after detection. The delay
time can be selected.
Acquisition and detection (Teach-in): allows a conditioned detection of the object inside the
detection area: if the object corresponds (without resolution) to the object detected during the Teach-
in phase, the output switches. On the contrary nothing happens. The following modes can be set:
- absolute Teach-in detection: the output switches only if the previously set object is re-detected
in the same position.
- relative Teach-in detection: the output switches only if the previously set object (without
resolution) is re-detected, independently from the position in the sensing area.
5.2. Measurement mode
The measurement mode depends on the number of interrupted beams and causes the switching of
the analogue output and of the serial output (and also of the digital output).
The DS2 presents many different measurement functions, listed here below:
Absolute measurements: measurement is obtained considering the first photoelement (1) as the
reference beam beginning from the connector side. The DS2 light grid has in particular the following
functions:
1. top beam: provides the measurement between the reference beam and the obscured beam
furthest away from the reference
2. bottom beam: provides the measurement from the reference beam and the obscured beam
closest to the reference
3. middle beam: provides the measurement of the beam corresponding to the medium point
between the obscured beam furthest away from the reference and the obscured beam closest to
the reference
Relative measurements: measurement is obtained not considering absolute references. The
measurement depends on the number of obscured beams. The DS2 light grid has in particular the
following functions:
4. total beams: supplies the measurement corresponding to the total number of obscured beams
5. total contiguous beams: supplies the measurement corresponding to the maximum number of
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5.3. Transition detection (number of transitions)
The transition detection counts the number of transitions in the detection area. The number of
transition increases each time that an object is detected inside the detection area and decreases each
time the objects remain outside (transition light->dark).
5.4. Notes on functioning mode
The DS2 light grids can configure the beam reference status, specifically selecting it from the user
interface. The default selection is “dark beam”, but the operator can select the complementary
situation i.e. “light beam”.
Not all the functions can be selected using dip-switches. Please refer to the following tables to
discover the local programmability of the device.
The 0-10 V analogue output, supplies limited information if compared to the information that can be
obtained from the serial output; some functions are significant only if obtained in a serial ambient.
The analogue voltage value is supplied, in these cases, without direct correspondence, as
indicated in the tables found in page 12, 24 and 26.
The formula to determine the voltage is obtained with the following syntax:
VOUT =VRES* NBEAM [xxx ; yyy]
Where VOUT = voltage value of the analogue output
VRES = 10V/total n° of beams of the device = Voltage value corresponding to the
minimum resolution (obtained obscuring only one beam)
NBEAM [xxx ; yyy] = Number of beams belonging to the group [XY]
(i.e. between “xxx” beam and “yyy” beam)
Please note that the longer DS2 is, the less conditioning is VRES. In the worst case VRES = 43 mV !
(using the DS2 165 model)
The first reference beam to select, by using only dip-switches, can be the one closest beam
(default reference) or the one furthest away from the connector, located at the opposite side of the
unit where the analogue voltage is at the minimum level (positive ramp 0-10 V) or maximum
(negative ramp 10-0V) in correspondence of the obscuring of the default reference beam.
Fig. 10 can be used as an example, considering a device with 10 beams, where the obscuring of
one beam corresponds to the VOUT variation of 1V (VRES = 1V). At last beam obscuring, the VOUT
reaches 10 V full scale.
If the first beam is selected as the reference, the VOUT in the example is = 6 V. If the last beam is
selected as the reference, the VOUT in the example is = 7 V (B).
Analogue output
Output level
Switching output
A
Reference = 1° beam
6 V
ON
B
Reference = last beam
7 V
Fig. 7
The information can be obtained from the serial output, setting the top beam and bottom beam
measurement modes.

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ON
1 2 3 4
ON
1 2 3 4
ON
5.5. RS485 serial output setting
Serial output data updating is usually made at the end of each scanning cycle. This conditions
enormously the response time, as it is depends on the serial baud-rate, data structure and information
detail that has to be transmitted on the serial output for the application. Some serial configuration
commands have been added to make the device flexible to different applications. The remote user
interface completely controls these commands.
Baud-rate: allows the change of the serial switching speed. The 485 standard guarantees
excellent disturbance immunity and thus the increase of the transmission speed may compromise
the system. The speed has to be evaluated according to the application, plant and cabling.
Transmission standard selection: the ASCII or Binary data structure transmitted by the serial
output can be selected; in applications where time is important, the binary structure is preferred.
For details concerning data transmission please see section 7 “Communication protocol”.
Data partition selection: allows a partial serial data transmission. In particular, the transmission of
the complete beam status array or partial beam status array is distinguished: The two conditions
exclude each other (one or the other). If the partial transmission is selected, one of the
aforementioned measurement modes has to be chosen. Partial transmission is preferred for
applications where time factors are important. Further partial transmission is short protocol which
transmission is purely binary and extremely fast. Fuction is enable for single measure only.
For data transmission details please see section 7 “Communication protocol”.
Data sending mode selection: function allows the operator to choose when to send the data from
the serial output. The sending can also be inhibited by a specific selection (via “software”, using the
specific command, via “hardware” programming the serial output enable input –pin 5 RX
connector –using the user interface). The sending mode selection can be reached only via remote
control. Four options can be selected: data sending at each machine cycle which is the default
setting, data sending at each output status change, data sending at analogue output value
change, user sending request, using the interface command button. This last condition can be
requested also by an external command previously programming the device (per details please see
section 7 “Communication protocol”).
6. FUNCTION AND PROGRAMMING SELECTION
The functions implemented in the AREAscanTM DS2 light grids can be selected
using the dip-switches present on the device receiving unit or via remote.
The default configurations are given below:
Default configuration for receiver unit
The device is supplied with the standard configuration shown in the figure:
Default configuration for emitter unit
The device is supplied with the maximum emission adjustment setting (minimum sensitivity)
Sensitivity adjustment
Sensitivity adjustment is made using the trimmer located inside the
emitter unit lid. This function allows the operator to change the
emitter intensity.

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6.1. Local programming
The function programming and selection is made
using dip-switches located inside the receiver unit
lid.
The following table indicates the type of function and
relative position of the dip-switches.
Dip
N.
Function
Setting
Output
Active
Pos
Mode
Analogue
Switching
Serial
1A
Programming
mode
Run
Time
ON
Local
-
-
-
OFF
Remote
See remote setting
2A
Serial output
analysis mode
Start-up
ON
Complete
-
-
Complete
Beam Status
Array
OFF
Partial
-
-
Partial
ASCII
3A
Measurement
reference beam
Start-up
ON
Reference = First
Beam (closest to connector)
V=VRes*NBEAM [Top; ref]
Incr. Ramp(0-10V)
-
Partial
Top Beam
OFF
Reference = Last
Beam
V=10-VRes*NBEAM [Top; ref]
Decr. Ramp(10-0V)
Partial
Bottom Beam
4A
Measurement
analysis beam
Start-up
ON
Top or Bottom
(Absolute Measure)
-
-
-
OFF
Total
(Relative Measure)
V=VRes*NBEAM [dark]
Partial
Total Beam
1B
Teach-in
detection
analysis mode
Start-up
ON
Inactive Teach-in
(Normal mode)
-
Presence detection
-
OFF
Active Teach-in
-
Conditional
presence detection
from Teach-in
-
2B
Teach-in
Mode
Start-up
ON
Absolute pos.
detection
-
Positional detection
of Teach-in ref.
object
-
OFF
Relative pos.
detection
-
Detection of Teach-
in reference object
-
3B
Switching
Output
Mode
Start-up
ON
Normally
Open
-
Voltage on
switching device
during detection
-
OFF
Normally
Closed
-
No voltage on
switching device
during detection
-
4B
Switching
Output
Delay
Start-up
ON
No
Delay
-
-
-
OFF
100ms
-
Restore from
detection
delay = 100ms
-
( - ) Shows that the state of considered dip-switch does not influence kind of output correlated; ouptut is old setting by state of
function of the others dip-switches.
The functions, with the exception of the programming mode, cannot be activated during device
functioning. The functions are activated at device powering.
1A 2A 3A 4A
ON
1B 2B 3B 4B
ON

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6.1.1. Teach-in with detection
The Teach-in mode can be selected using dip-switches and using remote user interface.
For local programming of the Teach-in mode, the Teach-in wire should be connected to a push-
button normally open on the 24 V line and proceed as follows:
Select the Teach-in enable mode (dip switch 1B OFF).
Switching output deactivated
Place object inside the detection area at the desired position
Press the push-button.
Release the push-button only after switching output deactivation
(yellow receiver LED on)
The object detection will be signalled by the switching on of the yellow LED in presence of the
object.
The detected object (in the detection position) is stored in a non-volatile memory until a
successive detection.
The data is memorised also after device turning off and re-powering.
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6.1.2. Absolute detection mode
The digital output switches only if the object, whose dimensions have been previously memorised,
passes in the exact position where it has been previously detected (see Fig.9).
The analogue output is always active in this configuration and supplies a voltage value according to
the measurement setting.
Analogue output, absolute
measurement (top beam)
Switching
Output
Analogue output, relative
measurement (total beam)
Switching
Output
= 6 V
ON
= 3 V (1,2,3 beams)
OFF
Analogue output, relative
measurement (total beam)
Switching
Output
= 5 V (4,5,6,7,8 channels)
OFF
Fig. 9

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6.1.3. Relative detection mode
The digital PNP output switches each time the sample object passes through the sensitive area,
independently from its position (see Fig.10).
The analogue output is always active in this configuration and supplies a voltage value according to the
measurement setting.
Analogue output, absolute
measurement (top beam)
Switching
Output
Analogue output, relative
measurement (total beam)
Switching
Output
= 6 V
ON
= 3 V (1,2,3 beams)
ON
Analogue output, relative
measurement (total beam)
Switching
Output
= 5 V (4,5,6,7,8 channels)
OFF
Fig. 10