Panasonic MICRO-IMAGECHECKER A200 Series User manual

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
To be observed at all times
Read the manual carefully before installing, running, maintaining or inspecting the
equipment.
This manual uses two safety flags to indicate different levels of danger.
WARNING
If critical situations that could lead to user’s death or serious injury are assumed by
mishandling of the product:
−Do not use this product in areas with inflammable gas. It could lead to an
explosion.
−Exposing this product to excessive heat or open flames could cause damage to
the lithium battery or other electronic parts.
−Do not store a lens in the locations subject to direct sunlight. It could cause smoke
generation.
−Do not look at the sun through a lens. It could cause blindness.
−Always take precautions to ensure the overall safety of your system, so that the
whole system remains safe in the event of failure of this product or other external
factor.
CAUTION
If critical situations that could lead to user injury or only property damage are
assumed by mishandling of the product:
−Do not dismantle or remodel the product. It could cause excessive exothermic
heat or smoke generation.
−Do not touch the terminal while turning on electricity. It could lead to an electric
shock.
−Do not allow foreign matters such as liquid, flammable materials, metals to go into
the inside of the product. It could cause excessive exothermic heat or smoke
generation.
−Do not bend the cables forcibly, place a heavy object on them or bring them close
to a thermal appliance. It could lead to an electric shock or smoke generation.
−To prevent excessive exothermic heat or smoke generation, use this product at
the values less than the maximum of the characteristics and performance that are
assured in these specifications.
−Use the external devices for the emergency stop function and the interlock circuit.
−Connect the wires or connectors securely. The loose connection could cause
excessive exothermic heat or smoke generation.
−Do not undertake construction (such as connection and disconnection) while the
power supply is on. It could lead to an electric shock.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Installation Environment
Avoid using the Micro−Imagechecker A210/A110 in the following types of locations:
−Locations with direct sunlight or environmental temperatures that exceed a range
of 0°Cto50°C.
−Locations with a relative humidity exceeding a range of 35%RH to 75%RH or that
are subject to condensation due to dramatic temperature fluctuations.
−Locations with an atmosphere containing corrosive gases or flammable gases.
−Locations that subject the main unit to direct vibration or impact.
−Locations with a lot of fine particles, iron filings or salt.
−Locations likely to have contact with water, oil or chemicals.
−Locations with an atmosphere likely to contain organic solvents such as benzine,
paint thinner, and alcohol as well as strongly alkaline materials such as ammonia
and caustic soda.
Static Electricity
In a dry environment, there is a risk of accumulation of static electricity, so when there
is a need to touch the equipment, users should always discharge the accumulated
static by touching an earthed part of the equipment first.
Cleaning
Do not use thinners or similar solvents, as they may dissolve parts of the unit and
cause colors to run.
Power
Use an insulated power source with built in protection circuits. The controller power
unit uses non−insulted circuits, so if an irregular voltage is applied, there is a danger
that the internal circuitry will be damaged. If you use a power source that does not use
protection circuits, supply the power via a fuse or other protective device.
Power Sequence
−Arrange the power sequence so that the controller power source is turned off
before the input/ output power source.
−If you turn off the input/output power source before the controller power source,
the controller unit will detect an input signal level change and may not run
properly.

Before Switching On the Power
The following points should be checked before switching the power on to the controller
for the first time.
−Check that no extra wiring left installation, especially conductive materials, have
become attached to the board.
−Confirm that the power supply wiring and I/O wiring and power supply voltage are
correct.
−Firmly tighten all installation screws and terminal block screws.
Before Creating Type Data
Before creating type data, be sure to initialize the environment settings and all type
settings.
See User’s Manual for more information about initialization.
Other Instructions
−Use monitor, monitor cable, keypad, camera and camera cable models and serial
numbers specified by Panasonic Electric Works Co., Ltd.
−Do not disassemble, modify, or change internal settings for the
Micro−Imagechecker unit or other equipment.
−Setting or changing items other than those that can be set or changed, as
described in the product manual and specifications, will result in damage.
−After completing all of the settings for the Micro−Imagechecker, do not connect
the personal computer used for connecting the keypad, restoring or backup, in
order to prevent malfunctioning due to noise.
−Do not perform insulation resistance or pressure resistance tests between metal
areas of the power supply, input/output signal and connectors and the camera
case.

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Contents
Chapter 1 Part Names and Functions
1.1 Controller 1 −3........................................................
1.2 A Series Camera 1 −5..................................................
1.2.1 Double−Speed Random Camera 1 −5............................
1.2.2 CS−Mount Camera 1 −7........................................
1.3 Camera Cable and Camera Extension Cable 1 −8.........................
1.4 Keypad 1 −9..........................................................
Chapter 2 Installation and Wiring
2.1 Connecting Peripherals 2 −3............................................
2.2 Installation Environment and Mounting Space 2 −4.........................
2.3 Mounting the Controller 2 −6............................................
2.4 Mounting the Camera 2 −7..............................................
2.5 View range and Lens Selection Tables 2 −8...............................
2.5.1 ANM831 Double−Speed Random Camera 2 −8....................
2.5.2 ANM832 Standard Camera 2 −9.................................
Chapter 3 Input/Output Terminals (Input/Output Ports)
3.1 Attaching Wires to the Terminal Blocks 3 −3...............................
3.2 Output Terminal (Parallel Output Port) 3 −4................................
3.3 Input Terminal (Parallel Input Port) 3 −5...................................
3.4 Cautions Related to Parallel Input/Output 3 −6.............................
3.4.1 About Parallel Output 3 −6......................................
3.4.2 About Parallel Input 3 −7........................................
3.5 Flash Output Sync Signal 3 −8..........................................
3.6 Electric Power Wiring 3 −10............................................
3.7 About Grounding 3 −12................................................

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Chapter 4 Serial (RS−232C) Ports
4.1 Serial (RS−232C) Ports 4 −3............................................
4.2 COM port (Data output, VBT Ver. 2) 4 −5.................................
4.3 TOOL port (VBT Ver. 2 Port) 4 −10......................................
Chapter 5 About Camera Modes
5.1 Camera Modes 5 −3...................................................
5.2 Imaging Time for the Camera Modes
(for memory image display) and Resolution 5 −4...........................
5.3 Frame Mode and Field Mode 5 −5.......................................
Chapter 6 Product Type Data Creation and Backup
6.1 Product Type Data Creation and Backup 6 −3.............................
Chapter 7 General Specifications
7.1 Controller 7 −3........................................................
7.2 Key pad 7 −4..........................................................
7.3 Monitor 7 −5..........................................................
7.4 Double−Speed Random Camera ANM831 7 −6............................
7.5 CS−Mount Camera ANM832 7 −7........................................

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Chapter 8 Part Numbers
8.1 Controllers 8 −3.......................................................
8.2 Cameras 8 −5.........................................................
8.3 Double−Speed Random Camera Cable 8 −6..............................
8.4 Camera Extension Cable 8 −7...........................................
8.5 Keypad 8 −8..........................................................
8.6 Monitor 8 −9..........................................................
8.7 Data Backup Software and PC Cable 8 −10..............................
8.8 Lenses and Adapter Rings 8 −11........................................
8.9 Lighting for Image Processing 8 −12....................................
Chapter 9 Dimension diagramv
9.1 Controller 9 −3........................................................
9.2 Camera 9 −4..........................................................
9.2.1 Double−Speed Random Camera ANM831 9 −4....................
9.2.2 CS−Mount Camera ANM832 9 −4................................
9.3 Camera Cable and Camera Extension Cable 9 −5.........................
9.4 Keypad 9 −6..........................................................
9.5 Monitor: ANMA810 9 −7................................................
9.6 Lenses 9 −8..........................................................
Chapter 10 Reference
10.1 Camera Pin Positions (ANM831) 10 −3..................................
10.2 Camera Pin Positions (ANM832) 10 −4..................................
Chapter 11 Manual revision history
11.1 Manual revision history 11 −3...........................................

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Chapter 1
Part Names and Functions
1.1 Controller 1 −3......................................
1.2 A Series Camera 1 −5................................
1.2.1 Double−Speed Random Camera 1 −5..........
1.2.2 CS−Mount Camera 1 −7......................
1.3 Camera Cable and Camera Extension Cable 1 −8.......
1.4 Keypad 1 −9........................................

A200/A100 HardwarePart Names and Functions
1−2

Part Names and FunctionsA200/A100 Hardware
1−3
1.1 Controller
1.1 Controller
Weight: Around 300g
Size: 40 ×120 ×50mm
(Excluding protruding parts)
1
4
2
5
3
9
10
8
7
6
9
8
7
1
4
2
5
3
6
A200 A100
Names and Functions of Controller Parts
1. Operating LEDs
Indicate the controller’s operating status.
POWER (green) This green LED is lit when the controller is
connected to a live power source.
ERROR (red) The red LED is lit when an error has occurred.
READY (green) This green LED is lit when the start signal can be
input. (when ready for inspection)
2. Keypad jack
Provides a connection for the operation keypad.
3. COM port (RS−232C port)
Provides an RS−232C connection for an external device.
4. Tool port
Provides an RS−232C connection for an external device (only VBT Ver. 2).
5. Monitor
Provides a connection for a monitor.
6. Camera jack
One camera jack is provided on an A100.
Two camera jacks are provided on an A200, one for camera A
and one for Camera B.

A200/A100 HardwarePart Names and Functions
1−4
1.1 Controller
7. Power supply
24 power is required. The power supply is connected to the
input terminal block.
8. External input terminal (16 pin)
Provides a connection for input from an external source.
9. External output terminal (16 pin)
Provides a connection for output to an external device.
The input/output terminal block is part order number 1840502 from Phoenix
Contact. See page 3 −3 for details about compatible electric wiring and the
terminal block.
10. DIN rail mounting lever
You can mount the controller onto a DIN rail with one easy (one−two hook) motion.
Using the Controller Correctly
−When you connect multiple cameras to an A200 controller, be sure the cameras are
of the same type.
−When you connect only one camera to an A200 controller, plug it into the Camera
A jack.
−Do not connect any products to the controller other than those specified by us.

Part Names and FunctionsA200/A100 Hardware
1−5
1.2 A Series Camera
1.2 A Series Camera
1.2.1 Double−Speed Random Camera
Weight: around 70g
(camera only)
Size: 29 ×31 ×54.5mm
(Excluding protruding parts)
1
2
3
4
56
7
Names and Functions of Double−Speed Random Camera Parts
1. Camera
The camera body.
2. Lens mount
AC−mount.
3. Lens
Use the C−mount lens together with an adapter ring as necessary. Select a lens
from the Field of Vision and Lens Selection Table on page 2 −8.
4. Cable connector
The camera is connected to the controller with a camera cable having the specified
part number.
5. Gain fine turning knob
Used to finely adjust the camera gain.
6. DIP−Switches
Switches camera modes between frame and field, adjusts camera gain.
7. Metal fitting
Hardware used to mount the camera.

A200/A100 HardwarePart Names and Functions
1−6
1.2 A Series Camera
About the DIP Switches
−Gain adjustment
DIP switch 5: ON = 0 to +10dB range gain adjustment volume.
OFF = 0dB
−Potentiometer: When DIP−SW5 is ON, turning this potentiometer to the right
increases the brightness of the image captured by the camera.
−Camera mode switch
DIP switch 6: ON = frame mode
OFF = field mode
−Other
DIP switches 1 to 4, 7, 8: Normally OFF
−Settings when shipped
DIP switch 5 = ON, VOL +10dB. All others are OFF.
Using the Camera Correctly
−When you connect more than one camera to an A200 controller, be sure the cameras
are of the same type.
−When you connect only one camera to an A200 controller, plug it into the Camera
A jack.
−Do not use products other than those specified by us for camera cables or camera
extension cables.
−Do not connect multiple camera cables or camera extension cables to one another
to make an extension.
−Do not touch the camera’s CCD elements or lens surface. Also, be sure to cap the
camera when storing it in order to prevent smudges on the CCD elements or lens
surface.
−Change the DIP switch positions in accordance with the camera mode.
−Be very certain not to change the DIP switch settings of other DIP switches.

Part Names and FunctionsA200/A100 Hardware
1−7
1.2 A Series Camera
1.2.2 CS−Mount Camera
1
2
34
5
CS−Mount Camera: Part Names and Functions
1. Camera
The camera’s main unit.
2. Lens mount
ACS−mount.
3. Lens
Use the C/CS−mount lens together with an adapter ring as necessary. Select a lens
from the Field of Vision and Lens Selection Table on page 2 −9.
4. Cable connector
The camera is connected to the controller via this connector. If necessary, also use
a camera extension cable with a part number specified by us.
5. Metal fitting
Hardware used to mount the camera.
Using the Camera Correctly
−When you connect multiple cameras to an A200 controller, be sure the cameras are
of the same type.
−When you connect only one camera to an A200 controller, plug it into the Camera
A jack.
−Do not use products other than those specified by us for camera cables or camera
extension cables.
−Do not connect multiple camera cables or camera extension cables to one another
to make an extension.
−Do not touch the camera’s CCD elements or lens surface. Also, be sure to cap the
camera when storing it in order to prevent smudges on the CCD elements or lens
surface.

A200/A100 HardwarePart Names and Functions
1−8
1.3 Camera Cable and Camera Extension Cable
1.3 Camera Cable and Camera Extension Cable
2
1
Names and Functions of Parts
1. Connector (male):
Connects the male connector to the controller.
2. Connector (female):
Connects the female connector to the camera.
Using the Cable Correctly
−Do not use products other than those specified by us for camera cables or camera
extension cables.
−Do not connect multiple camera cables or camera extension cables to one another
to make an extension.
−Do not bend camera cables unnecessarily or place loads on the connector joints.

Part Names and FunctionsA200/A100 Hardware
1−9
1.4 Keypad
1.4 Keypad
2, 3
1
4
C
ENTER
AB
Names and Functions of Parts
1. A, B, C buttons
Can be operated using function displayed on the screen.
2. Cursor lever
Moves the cursor. Can move it in a maximum of eight directions.
3. Enter button
Confirms an entry.
4. Terminal
Connects the keypad to the A Series controller.
Operation of the Cursor lever and ENTER button
When you press the cursor lever to move the cursor an ENTER may be input
erroneously. To avoid this problem, remove your finger from the cursor lever
momentarily as you change cursor movement direction.
−The functions available from the keypad depend on the functions provided by the
controller.
ENTER
Move up
Move down
Move left Move right
Cursor operation ENTER
Press directly downward from above
Using the Keypad Correctly
−Avoid connecting a keypad not specified by us to the controller.

A200/A100 HardwarePart Names and Functions
1−10
1.4 Keypad

Chapter 2
Installation and Wiring
2.1 Connecting Peripherals 2−3..........................
2.2 Installation Environment and Mounting Space 2−4.......
2.3 Mounting the Controller 2−6..........................
2.4 Mounting the Camera 2−7............................
2.5 View range and Lens Selection Tables 2−8.............
2.5.1 ANM831 Double−Speed Random
Camera 2−8................................
2.5.2 ANM832 Standard Camera 2−9...............