Datalogic Matrix 210 User manual

MATRIX 210™
Reference Manual

Datalogic Automation S.r.l.
Via Lavino, 265
40050 - Monte S. Pietro
Bologna - Italy
Matrix 210™ Reference Manual
Ed.: 01/2014
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CONTENTS
REFERENCES ..........................................................................................................vi
Conventions...............................................................................................................vi
Reference Documentation .........................................................................................vi
Support Through The Website...................................................................................vi
Patents ......................................................................................................................vi
COMPLIANCE..........................................................................................................vii
EMC Compliance...................................................................................................... vii
Power Supply............................................................................................................ vii
LED Safety................................................................................................................ vii
CE Compliance......................................................................................................... vii
FCC Compliance....................................................................................................... vii
HANDLING..............................................................................................................viii
GENERAL VIEW ........................................................................................................x
1RAPID CONFIGURATION..........................................................................................1
Step 1 –Connect the System......................................................................................1
Step 2 –Mount and Position the Reader.....................................................................5
Step 3 –Aim the Reader.............................................................................................6
Step 4 –X-PRESS™ Configuration ............................................................................7
Reset Reader to Factory Default (Optional) ................................................................8
Step 5 –Installing VisiSet™ Configuration Program ...................................................9
Step 6 –Configuration Using Setup Wizard..............................................................10
Step 7 –Test Mode...................................................................................................13
Advanced Reader Configuration ...............................................................................14
2INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................15
2.1 Product Description...................................................................................................15
2.2 Indicators and Keypad Button...................................................................................18
2.3 ID-NET™ ..................................................................................................................19
2.3.1 How To Setup/Configure the Reader Network ..........................................................20
2.3.2 ID-NET™ Slave Management Through Master .........................................................22
2.4 External Memory Backup and Restore Through VisiSet™ ........................................23
2.5 X-PRESS™ Human Machine Interface .....................................................................28
2.5.1 X-PRESS™ Functions ..............................................................................................28
2.5.2 Diagnostic Indication.................................................................................................30
2.6 Model Description.....................................................................................................31
2.7 Accessories ..............................................................................................................31
2.8 Application Examples................................................................................................32
2.8.1 Document Handling ..................................................................................................32
2.8.2 Deformed or Overprinted Code Reading...................................................................32
2.8.3 Direct Part Marking...................................................................................................33
2.8.4 Ink-Jet Printing Technology.......................................................................................34
2.8.5 Laser Marking/Etching Technology...........................................................................34
2.9 External Lighting Systems.........................................................................................35
3INSTALLATION........................................................................................................36
3.1 Package Contents.....................................................................................................36
3.2 Mechanical Dimensions............................................................................................37
3.3 Mounting and Positioning Matrix 210™.....................................................................39

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4CBX ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS........................................................................41
4.1 Power Supply............................................................................................................42
4.2 Main Serial Interface.................................................................................................42
4.2.1 RS232 Interface........................................................................................................43
4.2.2 RS485 Full-Duplex Interface.....................................................................................44
4.2.3 RS485 Half-Duplex Interface.....................................................................................45
4.3 ID-NET™ Interface ...................................................................................................47
4.3.1 ID-NET™ Cables ......................................................................................................47
4.3.2 ID-NET™ Response Time ........................................................................................48
4.3.3 ID-NET™ Network Termination.................................................................................52
4.4 Auxiliary RS232 Interface..........................................................................................52
4.5 Inputs........................................................................................................................53
4.6 Outputs.....................................................................................................................56
4.7 External Lighting Systems.........................................................................................58
4.8 User Interface - Host.................................................................................................59
525-PIN CABLE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS.......................................................60
5.1 25-Pin Connector......................................................................................................60
5.2 M12-D 4-Pin Connector (Ethernet)............................................................................61
5.3 Power Supply............................................................................................................61
5.4 Main Serial Interface.................................................................................................61
5.4.1 RS232 Interface........................................................................................................62
5.4.2 RS485 Full-Duplex Interface.....................................................................................63
5.4.3 RS485 Half-Duplex Interface.....................................................................................64
5.5 ID-NET™ Interface ...................................................................................................66
5.5.1 ID-NET™ Cables ......................................................................................................66
5.5.2 ID-NET™ Response Time ........................................................................................67
5.5.3 ID-NET™ Network Termination.................................................................................71
5.6 Auxiliary RS232 Interface..........................................................................................71
5.7 Ethernet Interface (Matrix 210 21x-x1x models only).................................................72
5.8 Inputs........................................................................................................................73
5.9 Outputs.....................................................................................................................76
5.10 User Interface...........................................................................................................78
6TYPICAL LAYOUTS.................................................................................................79
6.1 Point-to-Point............................................................................................................79
6.2 Pass-Through...........................................................................................................82
6.2.1 Pass-Through on RS232...........................................................................................82
6.2.2 Pass-Through on ID-NET™ ......................................................................................83
6.3 ID-NET™ ..................................................................................................................84
6.4 RS232 Master/Slave.................................................................................................90
6.5 Multiplexer ................................................................................................................91
6.6 Ethernet Connection .................................................................................................92
6.7 USB Connection .......................................................................................................94
7READING FEATURES .............................................................................................95
7.1 Maximum Line Speed Calculation.............................................................................96
8SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION...............................................................................98
8.1 VisiSet™ System Requirements ...............................................................................98
8.2 Installing VisiSet™ ....................................................................................................98
8.3 Startup......................................................................................................................99
8.3.1 VisiSet™ Options....................................................................................................100
8.4 Configuration ..........................................................................................................102
8.4.1 Edit Reader Parameters..........................................................................................103

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8.4.2 Send Configuration Options....................................................................................105
8.4.3 Calibration...............................................................................................................109
8.4.4 Multi Image Acquisition Settings .............................................................................113
8.4.5 Run Time Self Tuning (RTST).................................................................................113
8.4.6 Region Of Interest Windowing.................................................................................114
8.4.7 Direct Part Marking Applications.............................................................................115
8.5 Image Capture and Decoding .................................................................................120
8.6 Statistics .................................................................................................................120
9MAINTENANCE .....................................................................................................121
9.1 Cleaning..................................................................................................................121
10 TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................122
10.1 General Guidelines.................................................................................................122
11 TECHNICAL FEATURES.......................................................................................125
GLOSSARY............................................................................................................127
INDEX.....................................................................................................................130

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REFERENCES
CONVENTIONS
This manual uses the following conventions:
"User" refers to anyone using a Matrix 210™ reader.
"Reader" refers to the Matrix 210™ reader.
"You" refers to the System Administrator or Technical Support person using this manual to
install, configure, operate, maintain or troubleshoot a Matrix 210™ reader.
REFERENCE DOCUMENTATION
For further details refer to: the VisiSet™ Help On Line, Matrix Reading Methods, Matrix Host
Mode Programming, Matrix SW Parameter Guide, Matrix Code Quality Verifier Solution
provided as supplementary documentation on Mini-DVD.
SUPPORT THROUGH THE WEBSITE
Datalogic provides several services as well as technical support through its website. Log on
to www.datalogic.com and click on the Industrial Automation links for further information:
Products - Industrial Automation - Identification
Select your product from the links on the Identification page. The product page
describes specific Info, Features, Applications, Models, Accessories, and Downloads
including documentation, software drivers, and the VisiSet™ utility program, which allows
device configuration using a PC through Serial and Ethernet interfaces.
Support & Services - Industrial Automation
Several links from the Industrial Automation list take you to additional services such as:
Service Program which contains Maintenance Agreements and Warranty Extensions;
Repair Centers; On-Line RMA Return Material Authorizations; Technical Support through
email or phone, Partner Program; Downloads for additional downloads.
PATENTS
This product is covered by one or more of the following patents:
U.S. patents: 6,512,218 B1; 6,616,039 B1; 6,808,114 B1; 6,997,385 B2; 7,102,116 B2;
7,282,688 B2
European patents: 999,514 B1; 1,014,292 B1; 1,128,315 B1.
Additional patents pending.

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COMPLIANCE
For installation, use and maintenance it is not necessary to open the reader.
Only connect Ethernet and dataport connections to a network which has routing only within
the plant or building and no routing outside the plant or building.
EMC COMPLIANCE
In order to meet the EMC requirements:
connect reader chassis to the plant earth ground by means of a flat copper braid shorter
than 100 mm;
for CBX connections, connect the pin "Earth" to a good Earth Ground;
for direct connections, connect the main interface cable shield to pin 1 of the 25-pin
connector.
POWER SUPPLY
ATTENTION: READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE INSTALLING THE PRODUCT
This product is intended to be installed by Qualified Personnel only.
This product is intended to be connected to a UL Listed Computer which supplies power
directly to the reader or a UL Listed Direct Plug-in Power Unit marked LPS or “Class 2”, rated
10 to 30 V, minimum 500 mA.
LED SAFETY
LED emission according to EN 62471
CE COMPLIANCE
Warning: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
FCC COMPLIANCE
Modifications or changes to this equipment without the expressed written approval of Datalogic could void the
authority to use the equipment.
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 which may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. 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 his own expense.

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HANDLING
The Matrix 210™ is designed to be used in an industrial environment and is built to withstand
vibration and shock when correctly installed, however it is also a precision product and
therefore before and during installation it must be handled correctly to avoid damage.
avoid that the readers are dropped (exceeding shock limits).
do not fine tune the positioning by striking the reader or bracket.

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do not weld the reader into position which can cause electrostatic, heat or reading
window damage.
do not spray paint near the reader which can cause reading window damage.

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GENERAL VIEW
Matrix 210™
Figure A
Mounting Holes (4)
Ethernet Network Presence
LED (for Ethernet Models)
1
3
"Power ON" LED
2
HMI X-PRESS™ Interface
4
Reading Window
5
Device Class Labels
6
3
5
4
1
6
2
1

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1 RAPID CONFIGURATION
STEP 1 –CONNECT THE SYSTEM
25-Pin Models
To connect the system in a Stand Alone configuration, you need the hardware indicated in
Figure 1. In this layout the data is transmitted to the Host on the main serial interface. Data
can also be transmitted on the RS232 auxiliary interface independently from the main
interface selection.
When One Shot or Phase Mode Operating mode is used, the reader is activated by an
External Trigger (photoelectric sensor) when the object enters its reading zone.
Figure 1 –Matrix 210™ in Stand Alone Layout
Matrix 210™
Host
PG 6000
P.S.*
* External Trigger or Presence Sensor
(for One Shot or Phase Mode)
CBX
Main Interface
I/O, AUX

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CBX100/CBX500 Pinout for Matrix 210™ 25-Pin Models
The table below gives the pinout of the CBX100/CBX500 terminal block connectors. Use this
pinout when the Matrix 210™ reader is connected by means of the CBX100/CBX500:
CBX100/500 Terminal Block Connectors
Input Power
Outputs
Vdc
Power Supply Input Voltage +
+V
Power Source - Outputs
GND
Power Supply Input Voltage -
-V
Power Reference - Outputs
Earth
Protection Earth Ground
O1+
Output 1 +
O1-
Output 1 -
Inputs
O2+
Output 2 +
+V
Power Source –External Trigger
O2-
Output 2 -
I1A
External Trigger A (polarity insensitive)
Auxiliary Interface
I1B
External Trigger B (polarity insensitive)
TX
Auxiliary Interface TX
-V
Power Reference –External Trigger
RX
Auxiliary Interface RX
+V
Power Source –Inputs
SGND
Auxiliary Interface Reference
I2A
Input 2 A (polarity insensitive)
ID-NET™
I2B
Input 2 B (polarity insensitive)
REF
Network Reference
-V
Power Reference –Inputs
ID+
ID-NET™ network +
Shield
ID-
ID-NET™ network -
Shield
Network Cable Shield
Main Interface
RS232
RS485 Full-Duplex
RS485 Half-Duplex
TX
TX+
RTX+
RTS
TX-
RTX-
RX
*RX+
CTS
*RX-
SGND
SGND
SGND
* Do not leave floating, see par. 4.2.2 for connection details.
CAUTION
Do not connect GND, SGND and REF to different (external) ground
references. GND, SGND and REF are internally connected through filtering
circuitry which can be permanently damaged if subjected to voltage drops
over 0.8 Vdc.

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USB Models
NOTE
Before connecting the reader to the USB Port, Install the USB Virtual COM
Port Driver from the Support Files\Software Utilities\USB Virtual COM Port
Drivers directory on the VisiSet Mini-DVD.
The USB Virtual COM Port Driver allows sending serial data using the Matrix 210™ USB
port. A different virtual COM Port will be assigned to each connected reader.
Installing the USB Virtual COM port drivers:
1. Double-click on the following file to launch the USB Virtual COM Port Driver Installer.
Windows XP/Vista/7 (x32) = "DPInst.exe" Windows Vista/7 (x64) = "DPInstx64.exe"
For other operating systems see the readme txt in the Support Files\Software Utilities\USB
Virtual COM Port Drivers directory. For updated drivers or more details go to
ftdichip.com/Drivers/VCP.htm.
Configuring the USB Virtual COM port:
Connect the Matrix 210™ USB reader to your PC; a new virtual COM port is associated with
the reader. Follow these steps to configure the associated COM Port:
2. Right-click on "My Computer" in the Windows "Start" menu and select "Properties".
3. Select the "Hardware" tab in the System Properties dialog and click the "Device
Manager" button.
4. Expand the "Ports (COM & LPT)" item on the "Device Manager" menu. Right-click on
"USB Serial Port" and select "Properties".
5. Select the "Port Settings" tab in the "Properties" dialog and click the "Advanced" button.

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6. From the "Advanced Settings for COMx" dialog:
Expand the "COM Port Number" menu and select a new COM Port number if
desired (optional).
Set the "BM Options" -> "Latency Timer" (msec) parameter to 1.
You are now ready to use the new COM Port.
Matrix 210™ USB models can be connected in a Point-to-Point layout to a local host through
their USB cable. No external power supply is necessary.
Figure 2 –Matrix 210™ USB Model in a Point-to-Point Layout
Host
Matrix 210™

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STEP 2 –MOUNT AND POSITION THE READER
1. To mount the Matrix 210™, use the mounting brackets to obtain the most suitable
position for the reader. Two of the most common mounting configurations are shown in
the figures below. Other mounting solutions are provided in par. 3.3.
Figure 3 –Positioning 90° Model with Mounting Bracket
Figure 4 –Positioning Straight Model with Mounting Bracket
2. When mounting the Matrix 210™ take into consideration these three ideal label position
angles: Pitch or Skew 10° to 20° and Tilt 0°, although the reader can read a code at any tilt
angle.
P
S
T
Assure at least 10° Minimize Minimize
Figure 5 –Pitch, Skew and Tilt Angles
Tilt
Pitch
Tilt
Pitch

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3. Refer to the Reading Features table in chp. 7 to determine the distance your reader
should be positioned at.
NOTE
Rapid Configuration of the Matrix 210™ reader can be made either through
the X-PRESS™ interface (steps 3-4) which requires no PC connection, or
by using the VisiSet™ Setup Wizard (steps 5-6). Select the procedure
according to your needs.
STEP 3 –AIM THE READER
Matrix 210™ provides a built-in aiming system to aid reader positioning. The aiming system
is accessed through the X-PRESS™ Interface.
1. Power the reader on. During the reader startup (reset or restart phase), all the LEDs blink
for one second. On the connector side of the reader near the cable, the “POWER ON”
LED (blue) indicates the reader is correctly powered.
2. Enter the Aim/Locate function by pressing and holding the X-PRESS™ push button until
the Aim LED is on.
3. Release the button to enter the Aim function. The aiming system turns on see Figure 6.
4. Place the application specific code in front of the reader at the reading distance indicated
for your model in the Reading Features table, centering it in the aiming system indicator.
FOV
default value for:
UHD models
default value for:
NEAR, MEDIUM,
FAR models
FOV
Figure 6 –Aiming Function Using The Blue Ring or
Internal Lighting System *
green
green
yellow
yellow
red
Figure 7 –X-PRESS™ Interface: Aim Function
* the default value of the Aiming System Status parameter can be changed in VisiSet™.
5. Exit the Aim function by pressing the X-PRESS™ push button once. The aiming system
turns off.

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STEP 4 –X-PRESS™ CONFIGURATION
Once Matrix 210™ is positioned with respect to the code (step 3), you can configure it for
optimal code reading relative to your application. This configuration can be performed either
through the X-PRESS™ Interface or the VisiSet™ configuration program.
Setup
1. Enter the Setup function by pressing and holding
the X-PRESS™ push button until the Setup LED is
on.
2. Release the button to enter the Setup function.
The Setup LED will blink until the procedure is
completed.
The Setup procedure ends when the Image
Acquisition parameters are successfully saved in
the reader memory, the Setup LED will remain on
continuously and Matrix 210™ emits 3 high pitched
beeps.
If the calibration cannot be reached after a timeout
of about 5 (five) seconds Matrix 210™ will exit
without saving the parameters to memory, the
Setup LED will not remain on continuously but it will
just stop blinking. In this case Matrix 210™ emits a
long low pitched beep.
3. Exit the Setup function by pressing the X-
PRESS™ push button once.
green
green
yellow
yellow
red
Figure 8 –X-PRESS™ Interface: Setup
Function
Learn
4. Enter the Learn function by pressing and holding
the X-PRESS™ push button until the Learn LED is
on.
5. Release the button to enter the Learn function.
The Learn LED will blink until the procedure is
completed.
The Learn procedure ends when the Image
Processing and Decoding parameters are
successfully saved in the reader memory, the
Learn LED will remain on continuously, the Green
Spot is activated and Matrix 210™ emits 3 high
pitched beeps1.
If the calibration cannot be reached after a timeout
of about 3 (three) minutes Matrix 210™ will exit
without saving the parameters to memory, the
Learn LED will not remain on continuously but it will
just stop blinking. In this case Matrix 210™ emits a
long low pitched beep.
6. Exit the Setup function by pressing the X-
PRESS™ push button once.
green
green
yellow
yellow
red
Figure 9 –X-PRESS™ Interface: Learn
Function
1
The Learn procedure will not recognize Pharmacode symbologies.

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NOTE
If you have used this procedure to configure Matrix 210™ go to step 7.
RESET READER TO FACTORY DEFAULT (OPTIONAL)
If it ever becomes necessary to reset the reader to the factory default values, you can
perform this procedure by holding the X-PRESS™ push button pressed while powering up
the reader. You must keep the X-PRESS™ push button pressed until the power up
sequence is completed (several seconds) and all LEDs blink simultaneously 3 times.
All LEDs remain on for about 1 second, then off for one second, the Configuration and
Environmental parameters are reset, and the status LED remains on. If connected through a
CBX500 with display module, the message "Default Set" is shown on the display.

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STEP 5 –INSTALLING VISISET™ CONFIGURATION PROGRAM
VisiSet™is a Datalogic reader configuration tool providing several important advantages:
Setup Wizard for rapid configuration and new users;
Defined configuration directly stored in the reader;
Communication protocol independent from the physical interface allowing to consider the
reader as a remote object to be configured and monitored.
To install VisiSet™, turn on the PC that will be used for the configuration, running
Windows 98, 2000/NT, XP, Vista, 7 or 8, then insert the VisiSet™ Mini-DVD, wait for the
DVD to autorun and follow the installation procedure.
This configuration procedure assumes a laptop computer, running VisiSet™, is connected to
the reader's auxiliary port.
After installing and running the VisiSet™ software program the following window:
Figure 10 - VisiSet™ Opening Window

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Set the communication parameters from the "Options" menu. Then select "Connect", the
following window appears:
Figure 11 - VisiSet™ Main Window After Connection
STEP 6 –CONFIGURATION USING SETUP WIZARD
The Setup Wizard option is advised for rapid configuration or for new users. It allows reader
configuration in a few easy steps.
1. Select the Setup Wizard button from the Main menu.
Place the application specific code in front of the reader at the correct reading distance
(see step 2 and the Reading Features table in the chp. 7).