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Instructions for Use
vicosys® 6300
Multi-Camera System
Instructions for Use
vicosys® 6300
Multi-Camera System
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Name of the document 999.995.428.10-en-2.1
Date of first issue 09.05.2022
Date modified 03.06.2022
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Validity
These instructions for use are valid for the following device as well as the derived device
configurations.
Device Description Order no.
vicosys 6300 Basic
Device
PC-based multi camera system, including operating
software vcwin pro, configurable
4-21-185
Device configurations
The vicosys 6300 consists of the basic device with software as well as optional components
and optional software. The Device is assembled and configured by the manufacturer
according to the selected components.
The device has two slots for expansion cards.
Only one camera card, one I/O process interface and one fieldbus interface can be selected
at a time.
Camera interface
Designation Description Order no.
Camera interface
4 x GigE
4 Port Gigabit Ethernet PoE, for connecting Gig-E
vision cameras, incl. assembly
4-21-178
I/O process interface
Designation Description Order no.
Digital I/O card
ADDI-DATA
16 in-/ 16 outputs, Open Emitter (PNP),
Model: APCIe-1500
4-21-170
Digital I/O card
ADLINK
16 in-/ 16 outputs, Open Collector (NPN),
Model: LPCIe-7230
4-21-171
Fieldbus interface
Designation Description Order no.
PROFINET card
HILSCHER
Integration of a PROFINET interface,
Model: CIFX 50E-RE, inclusive software-license and
assembly
4-21-175
Optional software
Designation Description Order no.
Thermal imaging
functions
License for multi-camera system vicosys 4-20-209
Asynchronous
processes
License for multi-camera system vicosys 4-20-210
Halcon License for multi-camera system vicosys 3-90-032
Optional hardware configuration
Designation Description Order no.
Fanless option Configuration of the vicosys 6300 to a fanless
system, restricted operating temperature range
(10 °C to 35 °C)
4-21-186
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Table of Contents
1 Important Information.........................................................................................................6
1.1 Information about the Instructions of Use......................................................................... 6
1.2 Intended Use......................................................................................................................6
1.3 Improper Use..................................................................................................................... 6
1.4 Qualified Personnel............................................................................................................7
1.5 Warranty and Liability........................................................................................................ 7
2 Safety....................................................................................................................................8
2.1 Presentation of Safety Instructions....................................................................................8
2.2 Safe Handling of the Device..............................................................................................8
3 Scope of Delivery and Accessories..................................................................................9
3.1 Scope of Delivery.............................................................................................................. 9
3.2 Accessories........................................................................................................................ 9
4 Device Description............................................................................................................11
4.1 Device Views................................................................................................................... 11
4.2 Interfaces and Connectors...............................................................................................11
4.3 Display and Operating Elements..................................................................................... 12
4.4 Notices on the device...................................................................................................... 13
4.5 Technical Drawings.......................................................................................................... 14
5 Technical Data...................................................................................................................16
5.1 General Parameters.........................................................................................................16
5.2 Electrical Parameters.......................................................................................................16
5.3 Conditions for Operation, Storage and Transport............................................................17
5.4 Interfaces..........................................................................................................................17
5.4.1 Ethernet interfaces...................................................................................................17
5.4.2 RS232 interfaces..................................................................................................... 18
5.4.3 USB interfaces......................................................................................................... 18
5.5 Expansion Cards..............................................................................................................19
5.5.1 Camera interface: 4-port Gigabit Ethernet...............................................................19
5.5.2 Digital I/O card ADDI-DATA.....................................................................................20
5.5.2.1 Digital input channels...................................................................................... 20
5.5.2.2 Digital output channels.................................................................................... 21
5.5.3 Digital I/O card ADLINK...........................................................................................22
5.5.3.1 Digital input channels...................................................................................... 22
5.5.3.2 Digital output channels.................................................................................... 24
5.5.4 PROFINET card HILSCHER................................................................................... 25
6 Commissioning................................................................................................................. 26
6.1 Unpacking........................................................................................................................ 26
6.2 Mounting...........................................................................................................................26
6.3 Connecting....................................................................................................................... 28
6.3.1 Connect the Ethernet interfaces..............................................................................28
6.3.2 Connect the RS232 interface.................................................................................. 28
6.3.3 Connect a monitor................................................................................................... 28
6.3.4 Connect the cameras.............................................................................................. 29
6.3.5 Connect the digital I/O interface (Digital I/O card ADDIDATA)................................ 30
6.3.6 Connect the digital I/O interface (Digital I/O card ADLINK).....................................32
6.3.7 Connect the supply voltage and start the device.................................................... 34
6.4 Creating a connection......................................................................................................35
6.4.1 Create a LAN connection / direct connection.......................................................... 35
6.4.2 Create a serial connection.......................................................................................36
7 Operation........................................................................................................................... 37
7.1 Switching On and Off...................................................................................................... 37
7.2 Operation via Software.................................................................................................... 37
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8 Maintenance and Service.................................................................................................38
8.1 Maintenance.....................................................................................................................38
8.2 Service............................................................................................................................. 38
9 Disposal............................................................................................................................. 39
Table of Figures
Image 1: Device views.........................................................................................................11
Image 2: Basic device: interfaces and connectors..............................................................11
Image 3: Basic Device: Display and Operating Elements...................................................12
Image 4: Type plate............................................................................................................. 13
Image 5: Technical drawing vicosys 6300...........................................................................14
Image 6: Technical drawing vicosys 6300 mounting plates................................................ 15
Image 7: Basic device: Ethernet interfaces.........................................................................17
Image 8: Basic device: RS232 interfaces........................................................................... 18
Image 9: Basic device: USB interfaces...............................................................................19
Image 10: Expansion "Camera interface 4 x GigE".............................................................. 19
Image 11: Expansion "Digital I/O card ADDI-DATA"............................................................. 20
Image 12: Schematic layout of digital input channels 1 to 16...............................................20
Image 13: Schematic layout of digital output channels 1 to 16............................................ 21
Image 14: Expansion "Digital I/O card ADLINK"...................................................................22
Image 15: Schematic layout of digital input channels 1 to 8................................................ 22
Image 16: Schematic layout of digital input channels 9 to 16...............................................22
Image 17: Schematic layout of digital output channels.........................................................24
Image 18: Expansion "PROFINET card HILSCHER"........................................................... 25
Image 19: Operating voltage supply......................................................................................34
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Important Information
1 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1.1 Information about the Instructions of Use
This document contains technical information, important instructions for correct installation,
commissioning and use, as well as product information which were up-to-date at the time of
going to press.
Using this document makes it easier for you to familiarise yourself with the device and avoid
malfunctions caused by improper operation.
The instructions of use and the local regulations and rules must be followed.
To ensure a save and proper application, please read the instructions of use carefully and
keep them for future reference.
1.2 Intended Use
The device is intended exclusively for use as a machine vision system for industrial image
processing in automation technology.
It is intended for use in a confined environment.
The device is not suitable for use in potentially explosive areas.
The device may only be used if it is in technically faultless condition and only for its intended
purpose, and only in accordance with the specifications in this instructions of use by
authorised operative personnel, who are aware of the safety rules and hazards.
If the device is planned to be used for any other purpose or in a different environment, the
express authorisation of the manufacturer must be obtained in advance. Any modifications or
adaptations required may only be made by the manufacturer.
1.3 Improper Use
All unintended use and all device-related activities not described in these instructions of
use is to be deemed as unauthorised misuse outside the legal limits of indemnity of the
manufacturer.
Reasonably foreseeable misuse is:
•Non-compliance with the instructions for use,
•Faulty operation,
•Operating by personnel not qualified or instructed,
•Operating the device if it is not in a proper technical condition,
•Operating the device in ambient conditions differing from the corresponding specifications
in the instructions of use
•Operating the device with voltages differing from the corresponding specifications in the
instructions of use,
•Using spare parts which are not original parts from the manufacturer,
•Using incompatible accessory components,
•Improper maintenance and repair works,
•Unauthorised modifications to the device.
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1.4 Qualified Personnel
The device may only be assembled, commissioned, operated, maintained, installed, set up,
cleaned, repaired and transported by qualified skilled personnel.
A qualified person is deemed to be someone who has been trained and instructed for his/
her activities with the device, and who has proven his/her capability to the purchaser. The
operating personnel must be authorised by the purchaser for those activities at the device.
For the installation and operation of the device, the skilled personnel must know and comply
with the applicable guidelines and standards for handling control equipment, electrical
installations and working materials.
1.5 Warranty and Liability
The contents of this document have been checked carefully and correspond to current
legislation and best practise at the time of going to press.
However, the manufacturer shall not be liable for any damage arising from the use of this
edition of the manual, and rejects any warranty derived therefrom.
Within the bounds of the legal requirements, the manufacturer shall only be responsible
for the technical safety characteristics of the device if the maintenance, repairs and
modifications to the device are performed by himself or by authorised skilled personnel in
accordance with his instructions.
Loss of warranty
The manufacturer shall accept no liability or warranty in the event of improper use, opening
of the device or incorrect maintenance.
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Safety
2 SAFETY
2.1 Presentation of Safety Instructions
Each safety instruction is introduced by a key word and colour highlighted.
The key word indicates the degree of danger. The danger and its cause are described, and
then the measures to prevent conceivable consequences of the danger. These measures
must be taken.
DANGER
Indicates an imminent danger with high risk, resulting in severe injuries or death if not
avoided.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation with medium risk, possibly resulting in severe injuries or
death if not avoided.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation with low risk, resulting in minor or medium injuries if not
avoided.
NOTICE
Indicates a situation that may result in property damage.
2.2 Safe Handling of the Device
Read the following applicable safety instructions carefully and completely. Follow the
instructions for your own safety, the safety of other people, and to avoid damage to the
device and the connected technical equipment. Hazards going beyond the general safety
instructions are referred to separately at the relevant points in this manual.
CAUTION
Risk of injury due to electric shock.
•Before starting work on the device, disconnect it from the operating
voltage supply.
•Follow all applicable safety regulations for the preparation and operation of
electrical devices.
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Scope of Delivery and Accessories
3 SCOPE OF DELIVERY AND ACCESSORIES
3.1 Scope of Delivery
Designation Quantity
Device vicosys 6300 (configured) 1 x
Operating voltage plug 1 x
Mounting plate in Z-shape wide 1 x
Mounting plate in Z-shape narrow 3 x
USB stick with:
•Operating software vcwin
•Instructions for Use vicosys 6300 as PDF
•Instructions for Use vcwin as PDF
•SDDML and EDS files
1 x
Instructions for Use vicosys 6300 1 x
3.2 Accessories
On the following pages you will find an overview of all available accessories.
For more detailed technical information on the accessories, please refer to the data sheets in
the product catalog under www.vision-control.com.
Power supply
Designation Description Order no.
Power supply
24V/120W/5A
Compact switching power supply 24 V / 120 W for
mounting on a 35 mm DIN rail TS35
4-40-218
Cameras
Designation Description
GigE Vision
cameras
Cameras with different resolutions and specifications (monochrome /
colour / NIR) according to the requirements
Accessories for the option Digital I/O card ADDI-DATA
Designation Description Order no.
Terminal Board
PX901-DG
D-Sub terminal board with LEDs, for DIN rail mounting,
with screw terminal strips for connecting sensors, actuators
or similar to the I/O expansion card of the device
4-40-268
WAGO transfer
device D-Sub
Transfer device 37-pole with Sub-Min-D female connector
strip for connecting sensors, actuators or similar to the I/O
expansion card of the device
4-40-269
I/O cable with
2 x D-Sub
Cable for connecting the terminal board PX901-DG to the
ADDIDATA expansion card APCIe-1500, length: 2 m
4-40-266
I/O cable with
1 x D-Sub
Cable for direct connection of PLC inputs and outputs to
the I/O expansion card
Length: 2 m
Length: 5 m
Length: 10 m
4-40-267
4-40-273
4-40-274
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Accessories for the option Digital I/O card ADLINK
Designation Description Order no.
Terminal Board
DIN-50S-01
Terminal board with a 50-pin SCSI-II connector for DIN rail
mounting for connecting sensors, actuators or similar to the
I/O expansion card of the device
4-40-288
I/O cable
ACL-10250-1
Cable for connecting the I/O card LPCIe-7230 with the
terminal board DIN-50S-1, length: 2 m
4-40-289
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Device Description
4 DEVICE DESCRIPTION
4.1 Device Views
456
1
3
1
28 7
Image 1: Device views
(1) Heat sink (5) Side panel right
(2) Side panel left (6) Ventilation opening back
(3) Interfaces and Connectors (7) Type plate
(4) Ventilation opening front (8) MAC address (optional)
4.2 Interfaces and Connectors
TX1
RX1
TX2
RX2
2 1
5
68
7
1
4
2
1
1
6
5
8
7
4
3
2
Image 2: Basic device: interfaces and connectors
(1) 2 x Gigabit Ethernet (5) 1 x Housing ground
(2) 8 x USB (6) Operating voltage input
(3) 2 x RS232 (7) Process interface (optional)
(4) 1 x VGA / 1 x HDMI (8) Camera interface (optional)
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4.3 Display and Operating Elements
TX1
RX1
TX2
RX2
2 1
5
68
7
1
4
2
1
1
2
Image 3: Basic Device: Display and Operating Elements
(1) Display Elements (2) Operating Elements
Display Elements
Pos. Designation Description Status
TX1/RX1 COM1 LED for monitoring the
data transmission status
Green: flashes when data is being
transferred
Green: flashes when data is being
transferred
TX2/RX2 COM2 LED for monitoring the
data transmission status
Green: flashes when data is being
transferred
Green: flashes when data is being
transferred
1
Hard disk Displays the status of the hard
disk
Orange: Data access
Off: no access
2 PWR Displays the status of the
device
Off: no operating voltage
Green: operating voltage applied,
device is running
Red: operating voltage applied,
device is off or in idle state
Operating Elements
Pos. Designation Description
2 PWR Power button: Turns the device on and off.
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4.4 Notices on the device
The following notes are located on the back of the device:
Type plate
421166-1501-15-000001
3
4
5
1
2
Image 4: Type plate
(1) Serial number as 2D Data Matrix code
(2) Serial number as plain text
(3) Manufacturer information
(4) Device designation
(5) Version number
MAC address
For the "PROFINET card HILSCHER" configuration, there is a label with the MAC address of
the Profinet card next to the type plate.
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Device Description
4.5 Technical Drawings
Basic Device vicosys 6300
230
123
123
192
Image 5: Technical drawing vicosys 6300
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Device Description
Mounting Plates
5
18
14 6
5
13
1411
14620
150 left slotted hole
dimensions like
5,2
5
18
14 6
5
13
1411
150
14611
9
13
5
5,2
left slotted hole
dimensions like
Image 6: Technical drawing vicosys 6300 mounting plates
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Technical Data
5 TECHNICAL DATA
5.1 General Parameters
Parameter Characteristic
Type Compact multi-camera system for wall mounting
Housing material Galvanized sheet steel, varnished on the outside
Housing dimensions W x H x D: 192 mm x 123 mm x 230 mm
Cooling Fan (active) / Air filter
Weight Approx. 4.8 kg
Degree of protection IP 20
Safety class Class III, safety extra low voltage (SELV)
Certificate CE, FCC
Parameter Characteristic
Processor Intel® Core™ i3-9100TE (6 MB Cache, up to 3.20 GHz)
Main memory 8 GB, DDR4, 2400MHz
SSD 32 GB (of which approx. 3 GB reserved)
LAN 1: Ethernet 10/100/1000 Mbit LAN
LAN 2: Ethernet 10/100/1000 Mbit direct connection
6 x USB 3.1 and 2 x USB 3.0
Communication interfaces
2 x RS232 process communication / data transfer
Camera interface (1) LAN 2: 1 x GigE Vision - no PoE
Expansion card
Camera interface
4 x GigE Vision with PoE
Digital I/O card ADDI DATA, 16 IN/ 16 OUT, PNPExpansion card
process interface Digital I/O card ADLINK, 16 IN/ 16 OUT, NPN
Expansion card field bus PROFINET card HILSCHER, Model: CIFX 50E-RE
Video out VGA, HDMI
(1) When using the camera interface, the communication interface for the direct connection
is deactivated.
5.2 Electrical Parameters
Parameter Min Nom Max
Operating voltage UO12 V DC 24 V DC 36 V DC
Power consumption at UO = 24 V DC
vicosys 6300 Basic Device 32 W
Expansion card - camera card 60 W
Expansion card - process interface 15 W
Power consumption Ptot at UO = 24 V DC
vicosys 6300 116 W
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5.3 Conditions for Operation, Storage and Transport
Observe the specified ambient conditions when transporting and storing the device.
For accessories, connected devices and components observe the specific information in the
associated instructions for use.
Ambient Conditions
Operation Storage / Transport
Temperature 10 °C to 48 °C
10 °C to 35 °C (without fan)
-20 °C to 60 °C
Air humidity 10 % to 85 % 10 % to 95 %
Condensation water not permissible not permissible
5.4 Interfaces
5.4.1 Ethernet interfaces
The device has two Ethernet interfaces:
TX1
RX1
TX2
RX2
2 1
5
68
7
1
4
2
1
12
Image 7: Basic device: Ethernet interfaces
(1) LAN 1 (2) LAN 2
Characteristics
•LAN: 10/100/1000 Mbps
•Ethernet interface 1 (LAN 1):
°Integration of the device in a LAN, suitable for process communication as well as
parametrisation with the operating software vcwin.
•Ethernet interface 2 (LAN 2):
°Connection of a GigE vision camera. The interface is not PoE capable. The camera
must be supplied with power externally
°Direct connection to a PC running the operating software vcwin (service connection).
Status indicators
LED Colour Status Description
Off No data transmissionLED 1 Green
On Send / Receive data
Off Operation as 10 Mbps connectionLED 2 Orange
On Operation as Gigabit connection (1000 Mbit/s)
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Technical Data
5.4.2 RS232 interfaces
The device has two RS232 interfaces:
TX1
RX1
TX2
RX2
2 1
5
68
7
1
4
2
1
21
Image 8: Basic device: RS232 interfaces
(1) Serial 1 (2) Serial 2
Characteristics Serial / RS232
•Serial communication to the process computer.
•Serial communication with peripheral devices.
•The baud rate is set in the factory to 9.600 kbit/s. The baud rate can be adjusted with the
operating software vcwin.
Parameter
Parameter Min Nom Max
Baud rate 9.6 kBit/s (1) 115.2 kBit/s
Number of bits 8
Number of stop bits 1
Parity None
Flow control None
Galvanic decoupling Non-existent
1) Factory setting
5.4.3 USB interfaces
NOTICE
Overheating due overload
•Each USB port can deliver a maximum output current of 900 mA.
•Ports 1/2, 3/4, 5/6 and 7/8 are each secured with 1800 mA.
ADVICE
Data loss due to incorrect disconnecting of devices!
•Always unmount USB storage devices before switching off or disconnecting.
•Unmount in vcwin:
Using the instruction External Storage Device - Unmount USB Device.
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The device has 6 USB 3.1 ports and two USB 3.0 ports.
TX1
RX1
TX2
RX2
2 1
5
68
7
1
4
2
1
1
2
Image 9: Basic device: USB interfaces
(1) 6 x USB 3.0 (2) 2 x USB 3.1
Characteristics
•Archiving of images on USB storage devices (USB sticks or USB hard drives with the file
system FAT32).
•Performing updates, backups or restores by means of the vicostick (accessories).
5.5 Expansion Cards
5.5.1 Camera interface: 4-port Gigabit Ethernet
In the "Camera interface 4 x GigE" configuration, the device has four GigE vision interfaces.
1 2
34
PoE
1
Image 10: Expansion "Camera interface 4 x GigE"
(1) 4 x GigE Vision interfaces
Characteristics
•LAN: 10/100/1000 Mbps
•Connection: 4 port / 4 x RJ45
•Power supply via PoE: yes
Status indicators
LED Colour Status Description
Off Power over Ethernet offPoE Red
On Power over Ethernet on
Off Port disconnected / not connected
On Port connected, no data transmission
Active/Link Green
Flashing Port connected, Send / Receive data
Orange On 10 / 100 MbpsSpeed LED
Green On 1000 Mbps
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5.5.2 Digital I/O card ADDI-DATA
The device has an external digital I/O interface 16 IN / 16 OUT, PNP for the configuration
"Digital I/O card ADDI-DATA".
1
Image 11: Expansion "Digital I/O card ADDI-DATA"
(1) Digital I/O card ADDI DATA, 16 IN/ 16 OUT, PNP
Characteristics
•Installed by manufacturer
•PNP-Open Collector
•Connector: 37-pin D-Sub connector
5.5.2.1 Digital input channels
GND-IO
IN-X INx
GND
GND
Image 12: Schematic layout of digital input channels 1 to 16
Characteristics
•Polarity protection
•Galvanic decoupled
•Inputs have ESD protection and interference signal filter
•The input channels have a common GND connection (GND-IN)
Parameter
Parameter Min Nom Max
Number of inputs 16
Input voltage + VIN (DC) 0 V 24 V 30 V (1)
Input voltage “Low” 0 V 14 V
Input voltage "High" 19 V 30 V
Input current Vin = 24 V 2 mA
Input frequency at Vin = 24 V 5 kHz
Galvanic decoupling present
(1) Higher input voltages destroy the respective input channel
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