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Datalogic DS8100 Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 DS8100 Installation Manual...
  • Page 2 DS8100 INSTALLATION MANUAL...
  • Page 3 Product names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks and or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Datalogic reserves the right to make modifications and improvements without prior notification. © 1998 Datalogic S.p.A. 821000163 (Rev. C)

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Laser Safety..................vii Standard Regulations ............... vii Power Supply..................ix GENERAL FEATURES ..............1.1 Introduction..................1.1 Description ..................1.3 1.2.1 Indicators - DS8100 Serial Interface ..........1.4 1.2.2 Indicators - DS8100 Bus Interface ...........1.4 Available Models ................1.5 Accessories..................1.5 Applications ..................1.6 INSTALLATION - DS8100 SERIAL INTERFACE......2.1 Package Contents ................2.1...
  • Page 5 Standard (Point-to-Point) ...............2.24 2.7.2 Pass Through ................2.25 2.7.3 RS485 Master/Slave..............2.26 2.7.4 Multiplexer ..................2.27 2.7.5 Omnidirectional Reading ...............2.28 INSTALLATION — DS8100 BUS INTERFACE......3.1 Package Contents ................3.1 Guide To Installation................3.2 Mechanical Installation ..............3.3 Electrical Connections ..............3.4 3.4.1 Power Supply...................3.5 3.4.2 Inputs ....................3.6 Positioning ..................3.7...

  • Page 6: General View

    Aux. Interface/Input Signal Connector A Keypad and Display Aux. Interface/Input Signal Connector B Good Read LED Main Interface Connector TX Data LED Output Signal Connector User Signal LED Laser Beam and Motor Power Switch Encoder LED Figure A - DS8100 Serial Interface version...
  • Page 7 Warning and Device Class Label Lonworks Input Connector Power ON LED 13 Lonworks Output Connector Ext Trig LED 14 RS232 Debug Connector Encoder LED Laser Beam and Motor Power Switch Good Read LED Figure B - DS8100 Bus Interface version...

  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    LASER SAFETY The following information is provided to comply with the rules imposed by international authorities and refers to the correct use of the DS8100 scanner. Standard Regulations This scanner utilizes up to 4 low-power laser diodes. Although staring directly...
  • Page 9 Figure B, Warning labels indicating exposure to laser light and the device classification are applied onto the body of the scanner (Figure A, , Figure DATALOGIC S.P.A. Via Candini, 2 40012 Calderara di Reno - Bologna - Italy Manufactured Volt Model No.

  • Page 10: Power Supply

    'Class 2' or 'LPS', output rated 20 - 30 V dc , minimum 1.0 A or by a UL Listed computer with LPS outputs. In any case, all models of DS8100 must be supplied by a Class II Power Supply Unit conforming to the EN 60950 safety regulation.
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  • Page 12: General Features

    DS8100 1 GENERAL FEATURES 1.1 INTRODUCTION The DS8100 scanner is a barcode reader complete with decoder designed to provide an innovative and high performance solution in omnidirectional reading applications by combining the following advanced technologies with Datalogic’s solid experience in the material handling sector.
  • Page 13 Flexibility The high frequency laser diode modulation system guarantees complete immunity to ambient light and allows installation of the DS8100 in any working area. The DS8100 Serial Interface is easy configurable by means of the Windows- based user-friendly Winhost utility program provided on diskette.

  • Page 14: Description

    DATALOGIC DS8100 1.2 DESCRIPTION Some of the main features of DS8100 are listed below: • scanning speed 1000 scans/sec. for standard models; higher speeds available on request. • reads all popular codes. • supply voltage from 20 to 30 Vdc.

  • Page 15: Indicators - Ds8100 Serial Interface

    DS8100 DATALOGIC 1.2.1 Indicators - DS8100 Serial Interface The DS8100 Serial Interface has six LEDs and an LCD display on the front panel. The indicators have the following functions: Power ON: LED (green). Indicates the scanner is ON. (Figure A, Ext Trig: LED (yellow).

  • Page 16: Available Models

    DATALOGIC DS8100 1.3 AVAILABLE MODELS The DS8100 scanner is available in four versions that differ depending on the system of connection and on the laser number: DS8100 - X X 0 0 Laser number: 2 = Double laser Communication Type: 4 = Quad.

  • Page 17: Applications

    • reading of high resolution codes positioned at long distances from the reader • barcode reading combined with parcel dimensioning • code reading on fast moving objects. DS8100 is designed for both single-reader layouts and multi-reader layouts. For typical layouts see par. 2.7 and 3.6. 2.6 - General features...

  • Page 18: Installation - Ds8100 Serial Interface

    DS8100 2 INSTALLATION — DS8100 SERIAL INTERFACE 2.1 PACKAGE CONTENTS Verify that the DS8100 reader and all the parts supplied with the equipment are present and intact when opening the packaging; the list of parts includes: 1. DS8100 reader 2. Installation Manual + barcode test chart 3.

  • Page 19: Guide To Installation

    For more details refer to the Word document hds8100.doc in the DS8100 directory. • Keyboard Mode through the keypad and the display. For more details refer to the Word document kds8100.doc in the DS8100 directory. NOTE Fine tuning of the scanner position for barcode reading can be accomplished using the Test Mode as described in WINHOST.

  • Page 20: Opening The Scanner

    DATALOGIC DS8100 2.3 OPENING THE SCANNER Before installing the DS8100 Serial Interface model, it may be necessary to open the scanner to select the Main interface type and the Multidrop Address (see par. 2.3.1 and 2.3.2) WARNING Before unscrewing the display panel of the DS8100, make sure the power supply cable is disconnected to avoid shock or harm to the operator.

  • Page 21: Main Interface Selection

    DS8100 DATALOGIC 2.3.1 Main Interface Selection The main serial interface of the DS8100 offers the following communication types: RS232 RS485 full-duplex RS485 half-duplex 20 mA current loop The RS232 interface is factory set. To select the interface type: 1. Remove the panel as described in par. 2.3.

  • Page 22: Multidrop Address Selection

    1. Open the panel as described in par. 2.3. 2. Position the switches as desired, referring to Figure 2.4. DIP SWITCH DISPLAY Figure 2.4 - DS8100 Multidrop Address selection The following table shows the Multidrop Address settings where: 1 = ON 0 = OFF...

  • Page 23: Mechanical Installation

    DATALOGIC 2.4 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION DS8100 can be installed to operate in any position. There are 16 screw holes (M6 X 8) on the sides of the scanner for mounting. The diagram below gives all the information required for installation; refer to par.

  • Page 24: Electrical Connections

    DATALOGIC DS8100 2.5 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 2.5.1 DS8100 Connectors The DS8100 Serial Interface version is equipped with 4 connectors for the following signals: Aux. Interface/Input Signal connector A (male, 17 pins) (Figure A, Aux. Interface/Input Signal connector B (female, 17 pins) (Figure A,...
  • Page 25 ENC- encoder signal (negative pin) PS2+ presence sensor 2 signal (positive pin) PS2- presence sensor 2 signal (negative pin) PS1+ presence sensor 1 signal (positive pin) PS1- presence sensor 1 signal (negative pin) 2.8 - Installation — DS8100 Serial Interface...
  • Page 26 20 mA C.L. full-duplex half-duplex DRVREF TX485+ RTX485+ CLOUT+ TX485- RTX485- CLOUT- DRVIN GNDRS485 GNDRS485 RS485CNTR RX485+ CLIN+ RX485- CLIN- DRVOUT * The function of these pins depends on the interface type selected. Installation — DS8100 Serial Interface – 2.9...

  • Page 27: Power Supply

    During power up of the scanner there is a current peak of about 3A caused by the motor startup. 2.5.3 Main Serial Interface The main serial interface of the DS8100 Serial Interface version is compatible with the following electrical standards: RS232...

  • Page 28: Rs232 Interface

    The RTS and CTS signals control data transmission and synchronize the connected devices. If the RTS/CTS hardware protocol is enabled, the DS8100 activates the RTS output to indicate a message can be transmitted. The receiving unit must activate the CTS input to enable the transmission.

  • Page 29: Rs485 Full-Duplex Interface

    RS485 transmitted data - GNDRS485 RS485 ground reference RX485+ RS485 received data + RX485- RS485 received data - DS8100 USER INTERFACE TX485+ RX485 TX485- RX485+ TX485 RX485- 5 GNDRS485 Figure 2.11 - RS485 full-duplex interface connections 2.12 - Installation — DS8100 Serial Interface...

  • Page 30: Rs485 Half-Duplex Interface

    The RS485 half-duplex (3 wires + shield) interface is used for polled communication protocols. It can be used for Multidrop connections in a master/slave layout or with a Datalogic Multiplexer, (see par. 2.7.3, 2.7.4 and 2.7.5). Device connection to the Multidrop line can be controlled externally through the RS485CNTR line.
  • Page 31 120 Ohm max. 2 m. DS8100 (up to 31) DS8100 shield max. 1200 m. RTX485+ DS8100 RTX485- GNDRS485 RTX485+ RTX485- Multiplexer RS485REF 120 Ohm Figure 2.13 - DS8100 Multidrop connection to a Multiplexer 2.14 - Installation — DS8100 Serial Interface...

  • Page 32: Ma Current Loop Interface

    DATALOGIC DS8100 20 mA Current Loop Interface The DS8100 has two current generators (one for transmission and one for reception), allowing for both active and passive type connections. The following pins of the Main Interface connector (Figure A, ) are used for 20 mA C.L.

  • Page 33: Auxiliary Interface

    Figure 2.15 - 20 mA C.L. passive connections 2.5.4 Auxiliary Interface The auxiliary serial interface of the DS8100 Serial Interface version is equipped with both RS232 and RS485 half-duplex interface connections. The signals for the auxiliary interface are available on the Aux. Interface A...

  • Page 34: Rs485 Half-Duplex Auxiliary Interface

    2.5.5 Inputs The inputs of the scanner are on the Input Signal A and B connectors on the body of the DS8100 (Figure A, These inputs are called ENC, PS1 and PS2. ENC is the Encoder input. In PackTrack™ operating mode, it detects the conveyor speed.
  • Page 35 PRESENCE SENSOR 12/14 PS2+/PS1+ PSIN 13/15 PS2-/PS1- Figure 2.18 - Presence sensor input PNP command DS8100 PRESENCE SENSOR 12/14 PS2+/PS1+ PSIN 13/15 PS2-/PS1- Signal Ground Figure 2.19 - Presence sensor input NPN command 2.18 - Installation — DS8100 Serial Interface...
  • Page 36 DS8100 ENCODER DS8100 + 5V ENC+ ENC- Signal A1 GND Ground Figure 2.20 - Encoder NPN input command using DS8100 power Vext DS8100 ENCODER + 5V ENC+ ENC- Signal Figure 2.21 - Encoder NPN input command using external power ENCODER...
  • Page 37 A2 (VS) and A1 (GND) of the connector. In this case, however, the device is no longer electrically isolated. The electrical features of these inputs are: Maximum voltage 30 V Maximum current 25 mA 2.20 - Installation — DS8100 Serial Interface...

  • Page 38: Outputs

    N.C. not connected A D.C. output voltage, the same as that powering the DS8100, is present between pins 1 and 2. This may be used to power external devices: electrical isolation between the scanner and external devices is lost in this case.

  • Page 39: Positioning

    40 mA although 130 mA may be reached in pulse conditions. 2.6 POSITIONING The DS8100 scanner is able to decode barcode labels at a variety of angles, however significant angular distortion may degrade reading performance. When mounting the DS8100 take into consideration these three ideal label position angles: Pitch 0°, Skew 0°...
  • Page 40 The Skew angle is represented by the value S in Figure 2.26. Figure 2.26 - "Skew" angle The Tilt angle is represented by the value T in Figure 2.27. For code reconstruction, see par. 4.1.1. Figure 2.27 - "Tilt" angle Installation — DS8100 Serial Interface – 2.23...

  • Page 41: Typical Layouts

    The data is also transmitted on the Auxiliary interface (if configured for Standard communication mode), as well as on the Main interface. The auxiliary interface uses RS232 for this layout. Host Mode programming can be accomplished either through the Main or the Auxiliary interface. 2.24 - Installation — DS8100 Serial Interface...

  • Page 42: Pass Through

    2.7.2 Pass Through Pass Through Mode allows two or more devices to be connected to a single external serial interface. The DS8100 transmits the messages received by its auxiliary interface (RS232 only) onto its main interface. In this configuration a series of scanners can be connected together using RS232 on the main interface and all messages will be passed through this chain to the host.

  • Page 43: Rs485 Master/Slave

    DS8100 MX4000 Slave RS485 half-duplex DS8100 HOST DS8100 PC or PLC RS232 RS485 full-duplex Master Slave Main serial interface Auxiliary serial interface: RS485 half-duplex Presence sensor Figure 2.30 - Master-slave Single P.S. layout 2.26 - Installation — DS8100 Serial Interface...

  • Page 44: Multiplexer

    DATALOGIC DS8100 Multi P.S. In this layout, each DS8100 has its own P.S. and therefore multiple reading phases. The master sends the individual messages collected from the multidrop line as well as its own to the Host. MULTIPLEXER MX4000 DS8100...

  • Page 45: Omnidirectional Reading

    Two or more scanners are correctly positioned in a Master/Slave Single P.S. type layout to compose an omnidirectional reading station. The XMF series metal frames provide easy mounting for this type of layout. P.S. PHOTOCELL READING AREA code motion Figure 2.33 - Omnidirectional reading 2.28 - Installation — DS8100 Serial Interface...

  • Page 46: Installation - Ds8100 Bus Interface

    DS8100 3 INSTALLATION — DS8100 BUS INTERFACE 3.1 PACKAGE CONTENTS Verify that the DS8100 reader and all the parts supplied with the equipment are present and intact when opening the packaging; the list of parts includes: 1. DS8100 reader 2. Installation Manual + barcode test chart 3.

  • Page 47: Guide To Installation

    3.3 and 3.5. 3. Provide correct system cabling according to the signals necessary (see paragraph 3.4 and 3.6). 4. Configure your DS8100 by means of the SC8000 unit. NOTE Fine tuning of the scanner position for barcode reading can be accomplished by performing a test through the SC8000 unit.

  • Page 48: Mechanical Installation

    DS8100 3.3 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION DS8100 can be installed to operate in any position. There are 16 screw holes (M6 X 8) on the sides of the scanner for mounting. The diagram below gives all the information required for installation; refer to par.

  • Page 49: Electrical Connections

    DS8100 DATALOGIC 3.4 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS The DS8100 Bus Interface version employs a Lonworks network used for both input and output connections to build a multi-sided or omni-station system connecting several DS8100 scanners and one or more SC8000 units. This version is equipped with the following 3 connectors: •...

  • Page 50: Power Supply

    30 VDC. The max. power consumption is 30 W. The power block (optional), supplies the power necessary for the DS8100 and allows mains power to be used. A security system allows the laser to activate only once the motor has reached the correct rotational speed;...

  • Page 51: Inputs

    DS8100 DATALOGIC 3.4.2 Inputs The inputs for the DS8100 Bus Interface version are provided by SC8000 and are called ENC, PS and PSAux. ENC is the Encoder input. In PackTrack™ operating mode, it detects the conveyor speed. PS is the main presence sensor (external trigger). When active, this input tells the scanner to scan for a code and that decoding can take place.

  • Page 52: Positioning

    DATALOGIC DS8100 3.5 POSITIONING The DS8100 scanner is able to decode barcode labels at a variety of angles, however significant angular distortion may degrade reading performance. When mounting the DS8100 take into consideration these three ideal label position angles: Pitch 0°, Skew 0° to 45° and Tilt 0°.

  • Page 53: Typical Layout

    The scanner is generally activated by a photoelectric sensor used as a code presence sensor when the object enters its reading zone. The following figures show a typical layout for DS8100 Bus Interface. A Lonworks cable provides a communication line (branch) between up to 4 scanners and an SC8000 unit.
  • Page 54 DATALOGIC DS8100 SC8000 CAB-8101 CAB-8102 CAB-8105 CAB-8005 PRESENCE CAB-8010 BKT-8100 SENSOR ENCODER DATALOGIC POWER SUPPLY UNIT HOST Figure 3.9 - DS8100 Bus Interface Typical Layout Installation — DS8100 Bus Interface – 3.9...
  • Page 55 DS8100 DATALOGIC SC8000 CONVEYOR Figure 3.10 - DS8100 Bus Interface typical application 3.10 - Installation — DS8100 Bus Interface...

  • Page 56: Reading Features

    With just a set of partial scans on the label (obtained using the motion of the label itself), the DS8100 is able to "reconstruct" the barcode. A typical set of partial scans is shown in Figure 4.2.

  • Page 57: Performance

    The formulas to calculate α maximum depend on various parameters such as: label height, number of scans per second, code motion speed, etc. To obtain α maximum for your application, please contact your Datalogic representative. You must remember that the decoder will be able to read the label with a tilt angle between + α...

  • Page 58: Reading Diagrams

    (mm) 0.50 mm -200 -400 -600 1000 1200 1400 1600 2000 2200 1800 Figure 4.5 - Reading diagram for DS8100 Code = Interleaved 2/5 or Code 39 0.90 "Pitch" angle 0° "Skew" angle = 10° "Tilt" angle 0° Reading mode = Linear Reading features - 4.3...
  • Page 59 0.50 mm 0.30 mm -200 -400 -600 1000 1200 1400 1600 1800 2000 2200 Figure 4.6 - Reading diagram for DS8100 Code = Interleaved 2/5 or Code 39 0.90 "Pitch" angle 0° "Skew" angle = 10° "Tilt" angle 0° Reading mode = Linear 4.4 - Reading features...

  • Page 60: Maintenance

    Repeat the operation frequently in particularly dirty environments. Use soft material and alcohol to clean the window and avoid any abrasive substances. WARNING Clean the window of the DS8100 when the scanner is turned off or at least when the laser beam is not active.
  • Page 61 DS8100 DATALOGIC This page is intentionally left blank. 5.2 - Maintenance...

  • Page 62: Technical Features

    DATALOGIC DS8100 6 TECHNICAL FEATURES DS8100 model Serial Interface Bus Interface ELECTRICAL FEATURES (see note 1) Maximum input voltage 35 Vdc Supply voltage 20 to 30 Vdc Operating current 1.3 - 0.9 A Power consumption 30 W INPUTS/OUTPUTS Serial interfaces...
  • Page 63 DS8100 DATALOGIC DS8100 model Serial Interface Bus Interface SOFTWARE FEATURES Readable code symbologies • • Interleaved 2/5 Code 128 • • Code 39 Standard EAN128 • EAN/UPC Up to 5 code symbologies during one reading phase Code selection Decoding safety...

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