Samsara VS2 User manual

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VS2 Machine Vision System
INSTALLATION AND DEPLOYMENT GUIDE
What’s included:
1x Controller Mounting Plate
4x Self-Tapping Screws
4x Flat-End Screws
1x Camera Controller
1x Controller Breakout Cable
1x Camera Cable
1x Camera
1x Camera Mount
1x ¼-20 Flat-End Screw
4x M4 Flat-End Screws

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OVERVIEWVS2 INSTALLATION GUIDE
The Samsara VS-series machine vision system is a complete solution for streamlining quality
control across the factory oor. Once the system is installed, it can be programmed and
updated remotely via the Samsara dashboard. This guide will walk you through the steps for
deploying the system.

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MOUNTING VS2 INSTALLATION GUIDE
This section provides the information required for mounting the VS system including dimensions
and important considerations for capturing clear images.
For additional guidance on mount brackets, external lighting, and special congurations, consult your Samsara representative.
Enclosure
Dimensions Controller: 105 x 152 x 48mm (4.1 x 6.0 x 1.9 inches)
Camera: 126 x 71 x 58mm (5.0 x 2.8 x 2.3 inches)
Materials Controller: UV-stabilized polycarbonate, aluminum
Mounting brackets: Powder-coated, corrosion-resistant stainless steel
Ingress protection IP67, camera, controller, and cable connections are all washdown-rated
Industrial connectors Power/IO, Camera: Bayonet-locking, IP67
Ethernet: RJ45 with included waterproof cap
Integrated illumination White LEDs (5000K)
48mm 105 mm
152mm
58 mm
71mm
126mm
Imaging sensor
Working distance 152 to 280mm (6 to 11 inches)
Field of view 145 x 105mm at 152mm (5.7 x 4.1 inches at 6 inches)
243 x 185mm at 280mm (9.6 x 7.3 inches at 11 inches)
VS2 Dimensions

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MOUNTING VS2 INSTALLATION GUIDE
BEFORE GETTING STARTED
Mounting Considerations
Before selecting a mounting bracket and mounting the camera, take the following
considerations into account to ensure an easy installation process.
Beside the line
Mounted beside a conveyor line for
barcode inspection.
Above the line
Mounted above a conveyor line for
label matching.
Under the line
Mounted below a hugger belt conveyor
for package inspection.
MOUNT POINT
Identify where the camera should be positioned so it lines up with the product feature
you plan to inspect. Some of the most common mount points are shown below.
MOUNT STABILITY
Ensure that the camera and mount
are easy to clean without shifting
position. Use shock mounts to minimize
movement and maintain camera
alignment where necessary.
A camera mounted on grooveless rods in a food
manufacturing facility makes cleaning easy.
WORKING DISTANCE
The camera should be mounted between
6 and 11 inches away from the feature you
are inspecting depending on the feature’s
size. Use the diagram in Appendix 1 to
determine the ideal distance.
GLARE
In order to minimize glare when
inspecting reective products, tilt the
camera at a 10° to 20° angle. Samsara
may also recommend external lighting to
reduce glare in specic applications.
Tilt the camera to minimize glare. See Appendix 2 for
details on external lighting.
10° – 20°
6″
11″
5.7″
4.1″
7.3″
9.6″
When mounted 6″ away, the camera has a eld of
view of 5.7″ x 4.1″.

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MOUNTING VS2 INSTALLATION GUIDE
Once you have identied a mount location and installed
your mount, mount the camera at the correct angle and
working distance using the ¼x 20 mounting screw or the
included swivel mount and M4 screws.
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Using the self-tapping screws, install the controller
mounting plate in your electrical enclosure. If you plan
to connect the system via Wi-Fi, the plate and controller
should be mounted outside of the enclosure near the
inspection point.
Align the controller with the mounting bracket and attach
using the at head screws.
Mounting
Steps

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WIRING VS2 INSTALLATION GUIDE
This section describes the connection of the vision system to standard components. The VS2
features ethernet and Wi-Fi for internet connectivity and supports trigger inputs and outputs from
NPN and PNP devices and lines.
For additional guidance on integrating with both rejection and local control systems consult your Samsara representative.
Controller connectors
Connector Name Function
1 Camera Connects the controller to the camera.
2 Power/IO Connects the breakout cable which provides power as well as
connections to the input trigger and output.
3 Ethernet Connects the controller to the network.
Breakout cable pin-out
Pin Signal Name Wire Color Voltage Specication
1 Power Red 12V
2 Ground Black —
3 Input Trigger Green 10 – 30V
4 Input Common White 10 – 30V
5 Output Blue 10 – 30V
6 Output Common Gray 10 – 30V
Connectors and Indicators
1
6
3
15
4
2
2
3
5M

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WIRING VS2 INSTALLATION GUIDE
Wiring Steps
BASIC SETUP
Connect breakout cable to controller and wire the red
(POS+) and black (NEG-) wires to the correct terminals on
the unplugged power supply.
Connect the controller to the camera using the
camera cable.
Red (10-17VDC)
Black (CMN)
Connect the controller to an active internet connection
via ethernet.
Note: Contact Samsara if you would like to receive units pre-congured
with Wi-Fi credentials.
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WIRING VS2 INSTALLATION GUIDE
CONNECTING A TRIGGERINPUT
Controller
Solid
state
relay
Output
Output
common
Output wiring diagram
Trigger Input
Trigger input wiring diagram
430 Ω
430 Ω
1KΩ
Input
common
CONNECTING AN OUTPUT
Triggering from a PNP device
Connect the Input common wire (white) to +0-3VDC and
the Trigger wire (green) to the output of the trigger.
Connect for a PNP line
Connect Output Common wire (gray) to the positive
supply voltage and connect the Output wire (blue) to
the desired device.
Triggering from an NPN device
Connect the Input common wire (white) to +10-30VDC and
the Trigger wire (green) to the output of the trigger.
Connect for an NPN line
Connect the Output common wire (gray) to the negative
supply voltage and connect the Output wire (blue) to the
desired device.

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ACTIVATION VS2 INSTALLATION GUIDE
cloud.samsara.com
Configure Camera
c2:d3:91:e6:a9:3f (wifi)
MAC ADDRESS
CONFIGURATION
ACTIONS
Link
Settings Remove
cloud.samsara.com
Edit Gateway
Name
Note
cloud.samsara.com
Activate Devices
ABC9-DE9-FG9
Activate Samsara Hardware
cloud.samsara.com
Activation
This section walks you through the steps you should take to set up your hardware in
the Samsara dashboard.
Go to cloud.samsara.com, create an account, and follow
the on-screen steps to activate your hardware.
You can nd your serial number on the back of the controller or its box.
Your newly activated controller will populate in the
dashboard. Click Settings to rename the controller.
Your camera is now ready to be congured with
inspection programs. Click Link to start the conguration.
cloud.samsara.com
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APPENDIXVS2 INSTALLATION GUIDE
VS2 Ring Light and Mount
Samsara oers an externally mounted ring light for applications where additional
lighting is required to reduce glare and provide a clear image. Consult your Samsara
representative for additional details.
166 mm
160.18 mm
166 mm