Rice Lake IDIMENSION 200 User manual

iDimension 200
Workstation
Operation Manual
PN 167738 Rev A

Contents i
Contents
1.0 Introduction............................................................................... 1
1.1 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.2 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.3 Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.4 Cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.0 Operation................................................................................... 5
2.1 Modes of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.1.1 Automatic versus Manual Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.1.2 Operating With a Scale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.1.3 Operating iDimension 200 Without a Scale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.1.4 Operating iDimension 200 With a Manual Roller Conveyor. . . . 5
2.2 Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.3 Item Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.4 Zone of Interest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.5 Work Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.6 Environmental Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.6.1 Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.6.2 Table Color/Scale Platen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.6.3 Scale Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.7 Irregular Shapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.0 Appendix ................................................................................. 11
3.1 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.1.1 iDimension 200 is Not Responding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.1.2 The Image is Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.1.3 Images Captured Arms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.1.4 Some Items Do Not Trigger Automatic Capture . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.1.5 Bar Codes Are Not Being Read . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.2 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Regulatory Information ....................................................................... 14
iDimension 200 Limited Warranty ...................................................... 15
NOTES.................................................................................................. 16
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Specifications subject to change without notice.
Rice Lake Weighing Systems is an ISO 9001 registered company.
April 27, 2015
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Course descriptions and dates can be viewed at www.ricelake.com/training
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Introduction 1
1.0 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the iDimension 200. This document describes how to
operate the iDimension 200. Prior to using this unit, read this manual to ensure correct
use.
Manuals can be viewed or downloaded on the RiceLakeWeighing
Systems distributor site at www.ricelake.com.
Figure 1-1. iDimension 200
Scanning Head
Electrical Base
(Power/USB/
Ethernet Connections)
Base Plate

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1.1 Safet y
Safety Symbol Definitions
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
could result in serious injury or death, and includes hazards that
are exposed when guards are removed.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates information about procedures that, if not observed,
could result in damage to equipment or corruption to and loss of
data.
Safety Precautions
Do not operate or work on this equipment unless you have read
and understand the instructions and warnings in this manual.
Contact any Rice Lake Weighing Systems dealer for
replacement manuals. Proper care is your responsibility.
General Safety
Failure to heed may result in serious injury or death.
Electric shock hazard!
• For pluggable equipment, the socket outlet must be installed near the
equipment and must be easily accessible.
• Always disconnect from main power before performing any work on the
device.
• Check the power cable for damage regularly and replace it immediately if it is
damaged.
• On the side of the device, maintain a clearance of at least 1.5'' in order to
prevent damage to the cable.
DO NOT allow minors (children) or inexperienced persons to operate this unit.
DO NOT operate without all shields and guards in place.
DO NOT place fingers into slots or possible pinch points.
DO NOT use this product if any of the components are cracked.
DO NOT make alterations or modifications to the unit.
DO NOT remove or obscure warning labels.
Keep hands, feet and loose clothing away from moving parts.
Do not use in hazardous areas!
Do not open the scanning head! The warranty and certification is void if this
stipulation is ignored. The device may only be opened by authorized persons.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
Important
DANGER

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1.2 O v e r v i ew
Figure 1-2. Electrical Base
• Ethernet port
• Power indicator light
• Power (DC OUT) — 24V 1A
• Power (DC IN) — 24V 2.5A
• Three standard USB ports (Type A)
• One USB port (Type B)
• Host indicator light
• USB indicator light
iDimension 200 is functioning correctly when all three lights are on and green.

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1.3 Accessories
1.4 Ca b l e s
If using a USB cable to connect to a PC, or if using a separate cable for DC OUT,
cables must be less than three meters long.
Part Description
Calibration Object
Ethernet Cable
Tools for assembling iDimension 200
Power Cord – US
Power is 110V/240 V but it may be
necessary to supply a different cord for a
specific country’s plug requirements.
Table 1-1. Accessories
Note

Operation 5
2.0 Operation
The iDimension 200 administrator will have configured the unit for the environment
it will be used in. As an operator, it is important to be aware of the following
concepts.
2.1 Modes of Operation
2.1.1 Automatic Versus Manual Operation
iDimension 200 is configured to run in Automatic or Manual mode. The unit’s
configuration will depend upon the requirements and implementation of a company’s
application.
Do not hold the package in position, or place hands in the scanning area.
The iDimension 200 may include the hand/arm as part of the dimensions.
Automatic Operation
When iDimension 200 is configured in Automatic mode, a scan of the item will start
after the system has detected that all motion has stopped under the scanning head.
When an item is placed on the scale or the base plate it can be re-positioned, but it
will not scan until all motion has stopped.
Manual Operation
When configured in manual mode, motion detection has been turned off. There may
be a button on the screen to select, which will start the scan, or a bar code scan may
initiate the scan.
2.1.2 Operating with a Scale
When operating with a scale interfaced directly to the iDimension 200, follow the
scale manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation of the scale.
• Set the scale unit to metric or imperial.
• Before placing an item, ensure the scale is zeroed and settled.
• After placing an item on the scale, the weight reading must settle.
2.1.3 Operating iDimension 200 without a Scale
• Flats are not supported
2.1.4 Operating iDimension 200 with a Manual Roller Conveyor
The unit is able to scan items while mounted over a roller conveyor per the following:
• The item must stop under the scanning head while iDimension 200 captures
dimensions, bar codes and images.
• Items should be positioned under the scanning head one at a time; be sure the
items are not too close together, or both items may be scanned incorrectly
together.
• It is recommended that items are spaced about 1.5-4'' apart; there should not be
more than one item in the zone of interest.
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Figure 2-1. Items on Roller Conveyor
2.2 Measurement
When reporting dimensions of an item, it defines length, width and height as follows:
• Length – the longer of the two horizontal measurements
• Width – the shorter of the two horizontal measurements
• Height – the vertical measurement
Figure 2-2. Object Measurements
2.3 Item Placement
When placing an item under the scanning head, do not worry about exact placement.
In general, place an item anywhere under the scanning head, straight or at an angle.
Best results will be obtained if the item is placed as centrally located as possible under
the scanning head.
The maximum size of an item to be dimensioned varies due to the camera’s field of
view.
The zone of interest is typically the size of the scale. Any item that is
not a least partially within the zone of interest will not be scanned.
Note