User's Manual
Cat. No. Z263-E1-03
Smart Sensor
Wide Laser Beam CCD Measurement Sensor
ZX-GT Series
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the ZX-GT series.
This manual provides information regarding functions, performance and operating methods that are required for using the ZX-GT.
When using the ZX-GT, be sure to observe the following:
• The ZX-GT must be operated by personnel knowledgeable in electrical engineering.
• To ensure correct use, please read this manual thoroughly to deepen your understanding of the product.
• Please keep this manual in a safe place so that it can be referred to whenever necessary.
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APPRICATION CONSIDERATIONS (Please read)
BEFORE USE
BASIC OPERATIONS
FUNCTION SETTINGS
COMMUNICATIONS WITH EXTERNAL DEVICES APPENDICES
Smart Sensor
Wide Laser Beam CCD Measurement Sensor
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Buyer Remedy
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Terms and Conditions Agreement
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Limitation on Liability; Etc
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Further, in no event shall liability of Omron Companies exceed the individual price of the Product on which liability is asserted.
Application Considerations Suitability of Use
Omron Companies shall not be responsible for conformity with any standards, codes or regulations which apply to the combination of the Product in the Buyer’s application or use of the Product. At Buyer’s request, Omron will provide applicable third party certification documents identifying ratings and limitations of use which apply to the Product. This information by itself is not sufficient for a complete determination of the suitability of the Product in combination with the end product, machine, system, or other application or use. Buyer shall be solely responsible for determining appropriateness of the particular Product with respect to Buyer’s application, product or system. Buyer shall take application responsibility in all cases.
NEVER USE THE PRODUCT FOR AN APPLICATION INVOLVING SERIOUS RISK TO LIFE OR PROPERTY WITHOUT ENSURING THAT THE SYSTEM AS A WHOLE HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO ADDRESS THE RISKS, AND THAT THE OMRON PRODUCT(S) IS PROPERLY RATED AND INSTALLED FOR THE INTENDED USE WITHIN THE OVERALL EQUIPMENT OR SYSTEM.
Programmable Products
Omron Companies shall not be responsible for the user’s programming of a
programmable Product, or any consequence thereof.
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Disclaimers Performance Data
Data presented in Omron Company websites, catalogs and other materials is provided as a guide for the user in determining suitability and does not constitute a warranty. It may represent the result of Omron’s test conditions, and the user must correlate it to actual application requirements. Actual performance is subject to the Omron’s Warranty and Limitations of Liability.
Change in Specifications
Product specifications and accessories may be changed at any time based on improvements and other reasons. It is our practice to change part numbers when published ratings or features are changed, or when significant construction changes are made. However, some specifications of the Product may be changed without any notice. When in doubt, special part numbers may be assigned to fix or establish key specifications for your application. Please consult with your Omron’s representative at any time to confirm actual specifications of purchased Product.
Errors and Omissions
Information presented by Omron Companies has been checked and is believed to
be accurate; however, no responsibility is assumed for clerical, typographical or
proofreading errors or omissions.
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The following alert symbols are used in this manual.
Meanings of Signal Words
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in minor or moderate injury, or may result in serious injury or death. Additionally there may be significant property damage.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury or in property damage.
Meanings of Alert Symbols
Indicates general prohibitions for which there is no specific symbol.
Indicates the possibility of laser radiation.
Indicates prohibition when there is a risk of minor injury from electrical shock or other source if the product is disassembled.
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This product is not designed or rated for ensuring safety of persons.
Do not use it for such purposes.
Never look into the laser beam. Doing so continuously will result in visual impairment.
Do not attempt to dismantle, pressurize, or incinerate the product. Doing so may cause the laser beam to leak, resulting in the danger of visual impairment.
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The following points are important to ensure safety, so make sure that they are strictly observed.1. Installation Environment
• Do not use the product in environments where it can be exposed to inflammable/
explosive gas.
• To secure the safety of operation and maintenance, do not install the product close to high-voltage devices and power devices.
• Install the product in such a way that its ventilation holes are not blocked. (excluding the connecting surface when the products are connected to each other)
• Tighten the mounting screws with a torque specified in this manual.
2. Power Supply and Wiring
• The voltage and AC power supply must be within the rated range (24 VDC +10%, -15%).
• Reverse connection of the power supply is not allowed. Connection to an AC power supply is also not allowed.
• The output load should not be short-circuited.
• Use the power supply within the rated load.
• High-voltage lines and power lines must be wired separately from this product. Wiring them together or placing them in the same duct may cause induction, resulting in malfunction or damage.
• Use the product within the power supply voltage specified by this manual.
• Use a DC power supply with safety measures against high-voltage spikes (safety extra low-voltage circuits on the secondary side).
• Use only combinations of the Sensor and Controller specified in this manual.
Controller Specifications p.133
• When connecting Controllers to each other, use only combinations of the Controllers specified in this manual.
Connecting Controllers to each other p.37
• Connect the exclusive device (Sensor). The product might break down or malfunction if you use a part not included in the exclusive products.
3. Applicable standards
• EN61326-1
• Electromagnetic environment : Industrial electromagnetic environment (EN/IEC 61326-1 Table 2)
• There may be cases that current output or voltage output fluctuate within 1%F.S when a sensor is experienced electromagnetic interference.
4. Other
• Do not disassemble, repair, modify, pressurize, or incinerate the product.
• Dispose of this product as industrial waste.
• Should you notice any abnormalities, immediately stop use, turn OFF the power supply, and contact your OMRON representative.
Precautions for Safe Use
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Observe the following precautions to prevent failure to operate, malfunctions, or undesirable effects on product performance.
1. Installation Site
Do not install this product in locations subjected to the following conditions:
• Ambient temperature outside the rating
• Rapid temperature fluctuations (causing condensation)
• Relative humidity outside the range of 35 to 85%
• Direct vibration or shock
• Reflection of intense light (such as other laser beams or electric arc-welding machines)
• Direct sunlight or near heaters
• Strong magnetic or electric field
Also, do not install this product in locations subjected to the following conditions due to the degree of protection specified in the ratings:
• Presence of corrosive or flammable gases
• Presence of dust, salt, or iron particles
• Water, oil, or chemical fumes or spray
2. Power Supply and Wiring
• When using a commercially available switching regulator, make sure that the FG terminal is grounded.
• If surge currents are present in the power lines, connect surge absorbers that suit the operating environment.
• Before turning ON the power after the product is connected, make sure that the power supply voltage is correct, there are no incorrect connections (e.g. load short-circuit), and the load current is appropriate. Incorrect wiring may result in breakdown of the product.
• Before connecting/disconnecting devices, make sure that the Sensor/Controller is turned OFF. The Sensor or Controller may break down if it is connected/disconnected while the power is ON.
• Use the extension cable sold separately for extending the cable between the Sensor (receiver) and the Controller.
p.20
3. Warming Up
After turning the power supply ON, allow the product to stand for at least 10 minutes before use. The circuits are still unstable just after the power supply is turned ON, so measurement values may fluctuate gradually.
4. Maintenance and Inspection
Do not use thinner, benzene, acetone or kerosene to clean the Sensor and Controller. If large dust particles adhere to the filter on the front of the Sensor, use a blower brush (used to clean camera lenses) to blow them off. Do not use breath from your mouth to blow the dust off. To remove dust particles from the Sensor, wipe gently with a soft cloth (for cleaning lenses) moistened with a small amount of alcohol. Do not use excessive force to wipe off dust particles. Scratches to the filter might cause error.
Precautions for Correct Use
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Editor’s Note
■ Meaning of Symbols
Menu items that are displayed on the Controller’s LCD screen, and windows, dialog boxes and other GUI elements displayed on the PC are indicated enclosed by brackets “[ ]”.
■ Visual Aids
Indicates points that are important to achieve the full product performance, such as operational precautions.
Indicates application procedures.
Indicates pages where related information can be found.
Important
Note
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CONTENTSZX-GT User’s Manual
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CONTENTS
Operation Step Guide . . . 16
1.BEFORE USE ZX-GT Series . . . 20
System Configuration . . . 20
Part Names and Functions . . . 21
Mounting and Connecting Devices . . . 25
Mounting the Sensor . . . 25
Mounting the Controller . . . 27
Connecting Devices . . . 28
Connecting Controllers to Each Other . . . 37
Connecting Interface Units . . . 38
Initializing Controller Settings . . . 39
2.BASIC OPERATIONS Setting Measurement Conditions - FUN Mode . . . 42
Adjusting the Optical Axis and Registering the Standard Received Light Intensity . . . 42
Selecting the Measurement Mode . . . 44
Setting Thresholds - T Mode . . . 45
Functions and Operations during Operation - RUN Mode . . . 46
Switching the Measured Value Display . . . 46
Executing and Canceling a Zero Reset . . . 47
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3.FUNCTION SETTINGS
Settings Matched to Specific Measurement
Requirements . . . 50
Specific Measurement Requirement and Measurement Mode Used . . . 50
Explanation of Measurement Modes . . . 52
Adjusting Detection Conditions . . . 61
Measurement Cycle . . . 61
Number of Samples to Average . . . 62
Binary Level . . . 63
Edge Filter . . . 64
Setting Output Conditions . . . 65
Judgment output timing (timer) . . . 65
Hysteresis . . . 67
Analog Output Conditions . . . 68
Setting Hold Functions . . . 73
Hold . . . 73
Delay Hold . . . 75
Changing Display Conditions . . . 77
Reversing the Display . . . 77
Changing the Number of Display Digits . . . 78
Adjusting the Display Brightness (ECO mode) . . . 79
Setting Communication Conditions . . . 80
RS-232C Communications Specifications . . . 80
Setting the Binary Output Cycle . . . 81
Special Functions . . . 82
Zero Reset Memory . . . 82
Display during a Zero Reset . . . 83
Key Lock . . . 84
Switching Banks . . . 85
Displaying the System Version . . . 87
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4.COMMUNICATIONS WITH EXTERNAL DEVICES
Output Data List . . . 90
Communications Using the Controller I/O Cable . . . 91
Using the Controller I/O Cable . . . 91
Binary Output . . . 93
Assignments and Functions of Output Signal Wires . . . 93
Output Format . . . 94
I/O Timing Charts . . . 95
RS-232C . . . 100
Communications on the RS-232C Interface . . . 100
Connecting External Devices . . . 101
About Communications Commands . . . 102
Setting Acquisition/Change Commands . . . 107
Measurement Control/Measured Value Acquisition Commands . . . 123
Bank Control Command . . . 127
Utility Command . . . 128
5.APPENDICES Specifications and External Dimensions . . . 130
Sensor . . . 130
Controller . . . 133
Calculating Unit . . . 135
Interface Unit . . . 136
Extension Cable . . . 138
Error Messages and Corrective Actions . . . 140
Setup Errors . . . 140
Measurement Errors . . . 140
Standard Received Light Intensity Registration Errors . . . 141
Default Values . . . 142
Basic Knowledge for Operation . . . 143
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Reading Displays . . . 143
List of Key Operations . . . 143
Laser Safety . . . 144
Label Replacement . . . 144
Requirements from Regulations and Standards . . . 146
Summary of Requirements to Manufactures . . . 146
Summary of Requirements to User . . . 150
Definitions of Laser Classification . . . 153
Compliance with EC Directives . . . 154
Quick Reference for Displays . . . 156
INDEX . . . 161
Revision History . . . 164
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Operation Step Guide
Mounting the Sensor Mounting the Controller Connecting Devices
Mounting and Connections
Selecting the Measurement Mode
Preparations for Measurement (FUN)
Setting Thresholds (T)
Zero Reset
Start of Operation (RUN)
Communications with External Devices
I/O Cable Binary Output RS-232C
Adjusting the Optical Axis and Registering the Standard Received Light Intensity
Basic Operation Procedure
p.25 p.27 p.28
p.42 p.44
p.45
p.47
p.91 p.93 p.100
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(If required)
Changing/Adjusting the Timing of Judgment Outputs
Returning Controller Settings to Their Defaults Speeding the Measurement Cycle Up Adjusting the Binary Level
Adjusting the Edge Filter
Adjusting the Detection Sensitivity Adjusting the Number of Samples to Average
Ignoring Rapid Changes in Measured Values
Stabilizing Judgment Output
Changing the Output Time
Setting Hold Functions
Reversing the Controller Display
Changing the Number of Controller Display Digits
Operating in the ECO (power-saving) Mode Adjusting Hysteresis
Setting the Delay Time
Holding the Zero Reset Value Offsetting the Zero Reset Value Key Lock Function
Switching Banks
p.62
p.63 p.64
p.65 p.65 p.67 p.75
p.39 p.61 p.73 p.77 p.78 p.79 p.82 p.83 p.84 p.85
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BEFORE USEBEFORE USE
ZX-GT Series 20
System Configuration 20
Part Names and Functions 21
Mounting and Connecting Devices 25
Mounting the Sensor 25
Mounting the Controller 27
Connecting Devices 28
Connecting Controllers to Each Other 37
Connecting Interface Units 38
Initializing Controller Settings 39
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ZX-GT Series
The ZX-GT Series Smart Sensors are a length measurement sensor using a CCD device.
Position, dimensions, and other information can be stably measured by a line beam comprising a visible semiconductor laser and an optical scale on the CCD line sensor.
System Configuration
Sensor
ZX-GT28___
Controller
ZX-GTC__
• Calculating Unit
ZX-CAL2
Interface Unit
ZX-GIF__
SmartMonitor GT
ZX-GSW11
PC
Analog outputs/judgment outputs
RS-232C
PLC
Exclusive PC software allows complex setups and verification of measured values to be performed with ease.
Measured values and judgments can be output. Also, the Controller can be controlled (e.g. switching of measurement conditions and input of triggers).
Control input
Binary output
Commands can be used to acquire measurement results. Also, the Controller can be controlled from a PC (e.g. changing of setup data).
• Receiver-Controller Extension Cable
Extension cable:
1 m, 2 m, 5 m, 8 m, 20 m ZX-XGC__A (standard cable) ZX-XGC__R (flexible cable)
Options
p.29
• Connecting Controllers to Each Other p.37
• Calculation of measurement results p.59
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Part Names and Functions
Sensor
Name Function
(1) Laser indicators These are laser beam warning indicators. When the laser is being emitted, the "laser ON indicator (ON, green)" turns ON, and when the laser has deteriorated, the "laser deterioration alarm indicator (ALARM, red)" turns ON.
(2) Laser emitter This emits the laser for measurement.
(3) Laser receiver This receives the laser light emitted from the laser emitter.
(4) Connector This is the connector for connecting to the Controller.
(5) Optical axis setting
indicator This indicator turns ON when the laser's optical axis is aligned in the optical axis adjustment mode.
Optical axis mode p.42 (1)
(2)
(4) (3)
(5) Receiver Emitter
Laser ON indicator
Laser deterioration alarm indicator
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Controller
Connectors
Name Function
(1) Input cable This is for connecting the Sensor receiver.
(2) Voltage/Current
switch (on rear side) This switch is for selecting voltage output or current output as the analog output.
(default value: voltage output)
Output scaling settings are also required when switching the output.
p.68
Before operating this switch, make sure that the Controller is turned OFF. Make sure that the load connected to "analog output wire (co- axial) - analog GND wire" satisfies the rating of the set state (voltage or current output) before turning the Controller ON.
Otherwise, the Controller may be damaged.
Rating of Connected Loads (I/O Circuit Diagrams) p.33 (3) Controller connector This connector is for connecting Calculating and Interface Units.
(total 2 connectors, one on each side)
(4) Output cable The output cable connects the Controller to the power supply and external devices, such as timing sensors or PLCs.
Connector Display and Operation Panel
(1)
(2) (3)
(4)
(1) (2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6) (7) (8)
(9)
Ventilation holes
Voltage/Current switch Voltage output
Current output
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Name Function
(1) Bank 1 indicator This indicator turns ON when bank 1 is selected.
(2) Bank 2 indicator This indicator turns ON when bank 2 is selected.
(3) Zero reset
indicator This indicator turns ON when the zero reset function is enabled.
(4) Judgment output
indicator HIGH LED :This indicator lights when "the HIGH threshold <
the measured value."
PASS LED :This indicator lights when "the LOW threshold ≤ the measured value ≤ the HIGH threshold."
LOW LED :This indicator lights when "the measured value <
the LOW threshold value."
(5) Main display
indicator The main display shows measured values and function names.
Reading Displays p.143 (6) Sub-display
indicator The sub-display shows additional information and function settings for measurements.
Reading Displays p.143 (7) Threshold
switch The threshold switch selects whether to set (or display) the HIGH or LOW threshold.
(8) Mode
switch The mode switch selects the operation mode.
FUN : Select this mode when setting measurement conditions.
T : Select this mode when setting thresholds.
RUN : Select this mode when performing measurement.
(9) Control keys Use the Control Keys to set the measurement conditions and switch the display.
List of Key Operations p.143
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Interface Unit
Connector
Display
Name Function
(1) RS-232C connector The RS-232C connector is for connecting the Controller to external devices, such as a PC or a PLC.
(2) Controller connector This connector is for connecting the ZX-GTC Controllers.
(3) Binary output cable This cable connects external devices such as a PLC so that measurement data is output in binary.
(4) Rear switch This switch is not used during measurement. Be sure to leave this switch at its default setting (position in figure below). If this switch setting is changed, the communications functions will be changed and the Controller will not operate correctly.
Name Function
(1) Power ON indicator The power ON indicator lights while the power is ON.
(2) Controller communications indicator
BUSY: This indicator lights when communications commands are being issued to the Controller.
ERR : This indicator lights if an error occurs during communications with the Controller.
(3) Binary output indicator This indicator lights during binary output.
(4) RS-232C communications indicator
BUSY: This indicator lights when RS-232C communications is in progress.
ERR : This indicator lights if an error occurs during RS-232C communications.
(4)
Connector Display
(1) (2)
(1) (2)
(4) (3)
(3)
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Mounting and Connecting Devices
Mounting the Sensor
If a measurement target has a shiny surface, reflected light might adversely influence adjacent Sensors. Mount the Sensor so that it is not influenced by reflected light.
Never look into the laser beam. Doing so continuously will result in visual impairment.
Do not attempt to dismantle, pressurize, or incinerate the product. Doing so may cause the laser beam to leak, resulting in the danger of visual impairment.
Important
X Y
Example: XY cross measurement
Place the Sensors so that their optical axes do not overlap each other.
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Separate Type (Emitter and Receiver)
Fix the Sensor onto the mounting base with M4 screws.
Tightening torque: 1.2 N•m
For details on the positions of screw holes, check the external dimensions in "5 APPENDICES."
• External dimensions p.131
• Adjusting the Optical Axis p.42
Integrated Type
Fix the Sensor onto the mounting base with M3 screws.
Tightening torque: 0.5 N•m
For details on the positions of screw holes, check the external dimensions in "5 APPENDICES."
External dimensions p.132 0 to 500 (mm)
Important
Important
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Mounting the Controller
1
Hook the connector end of the Controller onto the DIN track.Always hook the connector end of the Controller onto the DIN track first. Mounting strength may decrease if the I/O cable end is hooked onto the DIN track first.
2
Push the Controller down onto the DIN track until the hook on the I/O cable side is locked.After mounting the Controller on the DIN track, attach the end plates (sold separately) on both sides of the Controller.
Removal
1
Push the Controller up towards the connector side.2
Lift up the Controller from the connector end, and remove it from the DIN track.1 2
Important
Important
DIN track (sold separately) PFP-100N (1 m) PFP-50N (0.5 m) PFP-100N2 (1 m) End plate
1
2
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Connecting Devices
Connecting Devices in the Basic Configuration
Before connecting/disconnecting the Sensor, make sure that the Controller is turned OFF. The Controller may break down if the Sensor is connected or disconnected while the power is ON.
1
Insert the receiver connector into the Controller connector.2
Connect the Controller and Sensor sync wires.Controller sync output wire : yellow Emitter sync input wire : red
The Controller's default mode is the standard mode. Measurement is not possible without the sync wires connected.
3
Connect the power wire (brown) and the GND wire (blue) of the emitter and the Controller I/O cable.Do not mount the Controller in such a way that a load is steadily applied on the connector, for example, with tension applied to the cables.
The following power supply is recommended:
• S8VS-03024 (24 VDC, 1.3 A)
When the measurement cycle has been changed to the high-speed mode (FAST), wiring of the sync wires is not required. Note, however, that the Controller becomes more susceptible to the influence of ambient light in this case.
1
2
3
3
Important
Important
Note
Note
Important
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To extend the connection between the receiver and the Controller
The cable connection between the receiver and the Controller can be extended by up to 30 meters using the extension cable (sold separately). The emitter side can be extended by up to 30 meters by connecting via the terminal block, for example.
Wiring the Sensor (emitter) Wiring diagram
Names and functions
Cable color Name Function Brown Power supply(24 VDC)
This is the power supply terminal. Connect the 24 VDC power supply to this terminal.
When using a PNP type Controller, the power supply terminal is also the common terminal for all I/O.
Blue GND (0V) This is the power supply 0 V terminal.
When using an NPN type Controller, the power supply terminal is also the common terminal for all I/O.
Orange Laser deterioration alarm output
This output turns ON when the semiconductor laser deteriorates.
Replace the Sensor when this output turns ON.
Red Laser OFF input/sync input
Laser emission stops when this output turns ON.
Synchronized operation is available with this wire connected to the Controller's sync output, and the influence of ambient light can be reduced.
Laser output can also be turned OFF with this input short-circuited to 0 V (24 V in the case of a PNP type Controller) in this connection state.
Extension cable(*1) : 1 m, 2 m, 5 m, 8 m, 20 m ZX-XGC__A (standard cable) ZX-XGC__R (flexible cable)
Cable 0.2 m
Sync wire Within 30 m
*1: Up to two extension cables can be connected. However, be sure to limit the total extension cable length between the receiver and the Controller to 30 meters (including the receiver cable).
Cable
2 m Cable
Cable 2 m Within 2 m
30 m Within
10 m Within 26 m
Connect via terminal block Connect via terminal block
Other than
sync wire Other than
sync wire (The sync wire can be extended by up to 30 meters between
the emitter and the Controller.)
Brown Blue Orange Red
Power supply (24 VDC) GND (0 V)
Laser deterioration alarm output Laser OFF input/sync input
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Wiring the Controller Wiring diagram
• Use a stabilized power supply separate from other devices and power systems for the Controller, particularly when high resolution is required.
Recommended power supply p.28
• Wire the Controller correctly. Otherwise, the Controller may be damaged. (Pay particular attention to prevent contact between the analog output and other wires.)
• Use the shield wire for the analog output. Do not use it in the same way as the blue wire (GND) for the power supply.
• Always connect the blue wire (GND) even when the analog output is not used.
Power supply (24 V)
Analog output PASS GND (0 V) HIGH
LOW
Bank switching input
Reset input Timing input Zero reset input
Sync output
4 output terminals
4 input terminals
Unused Unused Analog GND
Brown Blue White Green Gray Co-axial (black) Co-axial (shield)
Pink Orange Purple Red Yellow Light blue Black
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Assignments and Functions of I/O Signal Wires p.91
Wiring the Interface Unit Output Cables
Assignments and Functions of Output Signal Wires p.93 Cable color Name Function
Brown Power supply
(24 V) This is the power supply terminal. Connect the 24 VDC power supply to this terminal. When using a PNP type Controller, the power supply terminal is also the common terminal for all I/O excluding analog output.
Blue GND (0 V) This is the power supply 0 V terminal. When using an NPN type Controller, this terminal is also the common terminal for all I/O excluding analog output.
Co-axial
(shield) Analog GND Connect this cable to the input device as the GND for analog output.
Yellow Sync output Normally, wire this cable directly to the sync input wire and run the Controller in the standard mode (NORM). When the Controller is run in the high-speed mode (FAST), operation is possible without wiring this cable. (Note that, in the high-speed mode, the Controller becomes more susceptible to the influence of ambient light than in the standard mode.)
Unused GATE
D7 D9 D11 D10
D8
D5 D6
D2 D3 D4
D1 D0
Binary output
Light blue Red/white Black Yellow Brown Blue
Gray Green White Orange Red Pink
Purple Bright green
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Sensor (emitter) I/O Circuit Diagrams
NPN type Controller (ZX-GT28E11)
PNP type Controller (ZX-GT28E41)
Brown
Blue Orange
Load 24 VDC
Laser deterioration alarm output
GND (0 V)
24 VDC
Shielded Red
Laser OFF input/
sync input
Internal circuit
Shield not connected internally
Brown
Blue Orange
Load 24 VDC
Laser deterioration alarm output
GND (0 V)
24 VDC
Shield Red
Internal circuit
Laser OFF input/
sync input
Shield not connected internally
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Controller I/O Circuit Diagrams
Make sure that the load connected to "analog output wire (co-axial) - analog GND wire"
satisfies the rating of the set state (voltage or current output) before turning the Controller ON.
Otherwise, the Controller may be damaged.
NPN type Controller (ZX-GTC11)
Important100 Ω
Brown
Blue White Green Gray
Co-axial (black)
Co-axial (shield)
Load Load Load Load 24 VDC
HIGH judgment output PASS judgment output LOW judgment output
GND (0 V)
24 VDC
Pink Purple Orange Red
Bank switching input Timing input Zero reset input Reset input
Analog output
Analog GND
Current output: 300 Ω or less Voltage output: 10 kΩ or more Voltage output
±4 V Voltage/Current switch
Current output 4 to 20 mA
Internal circuit
Output resistance
Yellow Sync output Light blue Unused Black Unused
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PNP type Controller (ZX-GTC41)
Brown
Blue White Green Gray
Co-axial (black)
Co-axial (shield)
Load Load Load Load 24 VDC
HIGH judgment output PASS judgment output LOW judgment output
GND (0 V)
24 VDC
Pink Purple Orange Red
Bank switching input Timing input Zero reset input Reset input
Analog output
Analog GND
Current output: 300 Ω or less Voltage output: 10 kΩ or more Voltage/Current
switch
Current output 4 to 20 mA
Internal circuit
100 Ω Voltage output
±4 V
Output resistance
Yellow Sync output Light blue Unused Black Unused
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Interface Unit I/O Circuit Diagrams
The following circuit configurations are used for data outputs (D0 to D11) and the total of 13 GATE signal outputs.
NPN type
Internal circuit
Blue GND (0) Brown 12 to 24 VDC
Load
Controller
Red D1 Orange D2 White D3 Green D4 Gray D5 Pink D6 Blue D7 Brown D8 Yellow D9 Black D10 Red/white D11 Bright green Unused
Purple D0
Same as D0 circuit Same as D0 circuit
Light blue GATE
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PNP type
Internal circuit
Load Controller
Blue GND (0 V) Brown 12 to 24 VDC
Red D1 Orange D2 White D3 Green D4 Gray D5 Pink D6 Blue D7 Brown D8 Yellow D9 Black D10 Red/white D11
Purple D0
Same as D0 circuit Same as D0 circuit
Light blue GATE
Bright green Unused
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Connecting Controllers to Each Other
Controllers are connected to each other via a Calculating Unit.
The number of Controllers that can be connected to each other is as follows:
• When calculating Controller measured values: three Controllers
Calculation can be performed on two of these Controllers. (One of the calculation targets must always be CH1.)
• When multiple points are measured and are collectively output from the Interface Unit:
three Controllers or less
1
Open the Controller connector cover by lifting and sliding it up.2
Mount the Calculating Unit on a DIN track.3
Slide the Calculating Unit and insert it into the connector on the Controller.4
Slide the Controller to insert it into the connector on the Calculating Unit.• Provide power to all connected Controllers.
• Connect the emitter sync wires to the respective Controllers.
• Wiring the Sensor (emitter) p.29
• Wiring the Controller p.30
1 1
2
3 4
Important
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Connecting Interface Units
When outputting measurement data in binary or performing RS-232C communications, attach the Interface Unit (sold separately).
1
Open the Controller connector cover by lifting and sliding it up.2
Mount the Interface Unit on a DIN track.3
Slide the Interface Unit to insert it into the connector on the Controller.Channels Nos. when Controllers are connected to each other
Cable clamp provided with the Controller
The channel Nos. when Controllers are connected to each other are arranged as follows from the right "CH1, CH2, CH3".
The RS-232C cable can be fixed to devices, for example, using the cable clamp supplied with the Controller.
1 2
3
Note
Interface Unit
CH3 CH2 CH1
Controller
Note
Installation
Removal Lift up the tab.
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Initializing Controller Settings
The settings of all banks and system settings are initialized regardless of the currently selected bank No. To save these settings, back them up to a personal computer using the SmartMonitor GT (ZX-GSW11) before performing initialization.
Default States p.142
1
Initialize Controller settings.During initialization of the Controller settings,
"---" is displayed one digit at a time.
When initialization is completed, [OK] is displayed.
Select [INIT].
Hold down to confirm the selection.
Important
SUB
SUB
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MEMO
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BASIC OPERATIONSBASIC OPERATIONS
S e t t i n g M e a s u r e m e n t C o n d i t i o n s -
F U N M o d e 42
Adjusting the Optical Axis and Registering the Standard Received Light Intensity 42
Selecting the Measurement Mode 44
Setting Thresholds - T Mode 45
Functions and Operations during Operation -
RUN Mode 46
Switching the Measured Value Display 46 Executing and Canceling a Zero Reset 47
Setting Measurement Conditions - FUN Mode
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Adjusting the Optical Axis and Registering the Standard Received Light Intensity
When using an integrated Sensor, adjustment of the optical axis in step 3 is not required.
Connect the Controller and Sensor sync wires.
• Wiring the Sensor (emitter) p.29
• Wiring the Controller p.30
1
Switch to the optical axis adjustment mode.2
Switch to the received light balance display to show received light balance and light intensity.3
Adjust the emitter while verifying the light intensity.• Adjusting the received light intensity while viewing the receiver
Move the emitter in the four directions (left, right, top and bottom) to adjust the received light intensity until the optical axis setting indicator (green) on the receiver lights.
Select [ALIGN].
Confirm the selection.
Important
SUB
SUB
Emitter Receiver
Optical axis setting indicator
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BASIC OPERATIONS• Adjusting the received light intensity while viewing the Controller
(1) Received light intensity
The received light intensity is displayed as a numerical value.
Standard mode (NORM): about 70 or more High-speed mode (FAST):about 100 or more Move the emitter to the left and right to adjust the received light intensity until the display indicates the above values.
(2) Received light balance
The received light balance of the CCD is displayed.
4
Register the standard received light intensity.When registration of the standard received light intensity ends normally, [OK] is displayed on the sub-display after "---".
When registration of the standard received light intensity fails, an error is displayed.
Standard Received Light Intensity Registration Errors p.141
The received light waveform can be observed in more detail on the exclusive PC software (SmartMonitor GT (ZX-GSW11)).
Hold down for at least three seconds.
Received light balance Received light intensity
SUB
• When one of the sides of the display is missing
Move the emitter in the direction in which the display is missing to adjust.
• Insufficient received light intensity?
Move the emitter to the left and right to increase the received light intensity.
• Sync output wired?
Wire the Controller sync output and Sensor sync input.
• When both sides of the display are missing
• When the center of the display is missing
• Insufficient received light intensity?
Move the emitter to the left and right to increase the received light intensity.
• Dirty emitter surface or object blocking light path?
Clean the emitter surface or remove object blocking light path.
Note
Setting Measurement Conditions - FUN Mode
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ZX-GT User’s ManualSelecting the Measurement Mode
Select the measurement mode matched to your specific measurement requirements from the FUN mode menu.
Specific Measurement Requirement and Measurement Mode Used p.50 The following describes, as an example, the basic operation procedure for measuring the outer diameter.
1
Select the measurement mode.Select [MODE].
Select [DIA].
Confirm the selection.
SUB
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Setting Thresholds - T Mode
In this mode, set the measured values for a PASS (OK) judgment. Both HIGH and LOW threshold values are set. Three judgment results are output; "HIGH", "PASS" and "LOW".
The following describes, as an example, the operation procedure for setting a HIGH threshold.
1
Set the value.In the special mode (IC lead pitch or IC lead width judgment mode), the following values are output:
HIGH:Standard value setting LOW: Tolerance setting
Measurement Cycle p.61
Move from one digit to another.
Change the current value.
Confirm the selection.
Hysteresis can also be set for threshold values. Set hysteresis when judgments are unstable.
Hysteresis p.67
HIGH ON
OFF ON OFF ON LOW OFF PASS HIGH threshold
Measured value LOW threshold
Output
(ON when measured value > HIGH threshold) (ON when LOW threshold ≤ measured value
≤ HIGH threshold)
(ON when measured value < LOW threshold)
Note
SUB
Measured value Threshold
Note
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Switching the Measured Value Display
You can switch between the main display and sub-display while operating the Controller in the RUN mode. This allows you to verify thresholds, resolution and other settings while viewing measured values according to your specific application.
The measured value is displayed on the main display, and thresholds and other information are displayed on the sub-display.
*1: In the IC lead pitch and IC lead width judgment modes, standard values and tolerances are displayed according to the threshold switch setting.
*2: In the IC lead pitch and IC lead width judgment modes, "0V" is displayed at all times.
*3: In the IC lead pitch and IC lead width judgment modes, "4mA" is displayed at all times.
*4: In the IC lead pitch and IC lead width judgment modes, "---" is displayed at all times.
Special mode p.50
SUB SUB SUB
SUB SUB
Threshold Voltage value Current value
Resolution Present value
(*1) (*2) (*3)
(*4) (*4)
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BASIC OPERATIONSExecuting and Canceling a Zero Reset
When the zero reset function is used, the measured value can be reset to a reference value of 0 when the ENT key is pressed or an external signal is input.
The analog output shifts to the minimum measurement value (4 mA or -5 V) when a zero reset is performed. If output scaling is set, the shift is to the scaled minimum value. If an offset value is set for the zero reset, the output is set to the output value that corresponds to the display value.
Executing/Canceling a Zero Reset by External Signal Input p.126
When the Controller is turned OFF, all settings are cleared from memory (i.e. are returned to their defaults). This setting can also be changed so that settings are saved in memory when the power is turned OFF.
Zero Reset Memory p.82
Executing zero reset
1
Set the measurement object to be used as the reference in place.2
Execute the zero reset.The zero reset indicator lights, and the current measured value is registered as "0" (zero).
Hold down for at least one second.
A value other than 0 can also be set.
Zero Reset Memory p.82
SUB
Note
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1
Cancel the zero reset.The zero reset indicator goes out.
Hold down the R key for at least three seconds with the ENT key held down. SUB
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FUNCTION SETTINGSFUNCTION SETTINGS
Settings Matched to Specific Measurement
Requirements 50
Specific Measurement Requirement and
Measurement Mode Used 50
Explanation of Measurement Modes 52
Adjusting Detection Conditions 61
Measurement Cycle 61
Number of Samples to Average 62
Binary Level 63
Edge Filter 64
Setting Output Conditions 65
Judgment output timing (timer) 65
Hysteresis 67
Analog Output Conditions 68
Setting Hold Functions 73
Hold 73
Delay Hold 75
Changing Display Conditions 77
Reversing the Display 77
Changing the Number of Display Digits 78 Adjusting the Display Brightness (ECO mode) 79
Setting Communication Conditions 80
RS-232C Communications Specifications 80Setting the Binary Output Cycle 81
Special Functions 82
Zero Reset Memory 82
Display during a Zero Reset 83
Key Lock 84
Switching Banks 85
Displaying the System Version 87
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Specific Measurement Requirement and Measurement Mode Used
SUB
SUB
SUB SUB
SUB
SUB SUB
SUB
SUB
SUB SUB 23
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1
Thick diameter
Mode Used
The interrupte diameter.
Calculation of measurement results Edge position
Center position
Thin wire position
The width up
The edge pos distance from material is me The width fro and last edge
Thin wire of u details are the mode."
Interrupted beam width measurement mode
Glass edge measurement mode Center position measurement mode
Wire position measurement mode
Position
Regular positioning
Position of round bar
Position of wire
Outer diameter dimension
Gap
Specified edge measurement
The width fro edge is meas
The width up
The width bet Incident beam width measurement mode
Outer diameter measurement mode
Specified edge measurement mode
Dimension
Round bar diameter
Internal diameter measurement
Can be freely specified.
IC lead pitch
IC lead width
The distance the pitch is w
The IC lead w not the diame IC lead pitch judgment mode
IC lead width judgment mode
Special
Measuring between 2 sensors
Incident beam width measurement mode The width up
Glass edge position
Special
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ReferenceExplanation Used
The interrupted beam width of two Sensors is calculated to measure the diameter.
surement results
The width up to the end of the first interrupted beam section is measured.
The edge position of glass sheets is measured. In this mode, the distance from the beam top edge to the edge of the transparent material is measured.
The width from the top edge of the beam up to the center of the first and last edges of the measurement object is measured.
Thin wire of up to 0.1 mm in diameter is measured. Measurement details are the same as those for the "center position measurement mode."
h measurement mode
rement mode asurement mode
urement mode
The width from the first edge of the measurement object up to the last edge is measured.
The width up to the end of the first incident beam section is measured.
The width between two specified edges is measured.
measurement mode surement mode
surement mode
The distance between IC lead centers is measured, and whether or not the pitch is within the tolerance is judged.
The IC lead width (multiple IC leads OK) is measured, and whether or not the diameter is within the tolerance is judged.
ment mode
gment mode
measurement mode The width up to the end of the first incident beam section is measured.
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p.52
p.58
p.53
p.58
p.53
p.52
p.56
p.59
p.54
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Explanation of Measurement Modes
Interrupted Beam Width Measurement Mode [DK.WID]
This mode is for measuring the width up to the end of the first interrupted beam section.
How to select the measurement mode p.44
Incident Beam Width Measurement Mode [LT.WID]
This mode is for measuring the width up to the end of the first incident beam section.
How to select the measurement mode p.44
In cases such as the following, the width of the first interrupted beam section is measured from the side of the Sensor where the LED is located.
In cases such as the following, the width of the first incident beam section is measured from the side of the Sensor where the LED is located.
SUB
Note
Beam Received light
This width is measured.
SUB
Note
This width is measured.
Beam Received light
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Outer Diameter Measurement Mode [DIA]
This mode is for measuring the width from the first edge of the measurement object up to the last edge.
How to select the measurement mode p.44
Center Position Measurement Mode [POSN]
This mode is for measuring the width from the top edge of the beam up to the center of the measurement object.
How to select the measurement mode p.44
In cases such as the following, the width from the first edge up to the last edge is measured from the side of the Sensor where the LED is located.
In cases such as the following, the width from the first edge up to the center of the first and last edges is measured from the side of the Sensor where the LED is located.
SUB
Note
This width is measured.
Beam Received light
SUB
Note
This width is measured.
Received light
Beam
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IC Lead Pitch Judgment Mode [PIN-P]
This mode is for measuring the pitch between IC leads, and for judging whether the pitch is within the tolerance.
How to select the measurement mode p.44
After selecting the measurement mode, make the following settings.
1
Set the number of IC leads.2
Set the IC lead pitch to be used as the standard.3
Set the IC lead pitch tolerance.Description Range
Number of IC leads (A) Set the number of IC leads of the measurement object. 2 to 14 (IC leads) IC lead pitch (B) Set the IC lead pitch to be used as the standard. 0.6 to 28 (mm) IC lead pitch
tolerance Set the tolerance of the measured value with respect to
the reference value. 0 to 28 (mm)
Change the selection.
Confirm the selection.
The sub-display flashes.
Move from one digit to another.
Change the current value.
Confirm the selection.
The sub-display flashes.
Move from one digit to another.
Change the current value.
Confirm the selection.
SUB
SUB
SUB
SUB
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IC Lead Width Judgment Mode [PIN-D]
This mode is for measuring the width of multiple IC leads, and for judging whether the diameter is within the tolerance.
How to select the measurement mode p.44
After selecting the measurement mode, make the following settings.
1
Set the number of IC leads.2
Set the IC lead width to be used as the standard.3
Set the IC lead width tolerance value.Description Range
Number of IC leads (A) Set the number of IC leads of the measurement
object. 1 to 14
(IC leads) IC lead width (B) Set the IC lead width to be used as the standard. 0.3 to 28 (mm) IC lead width tolerance Set the tolerance of the measured value with
respect to the reference value. 0 to 28 (mm)
Change the selection.
Confirm the selection.
The sub-display flashes.
Move from one digit to another.
Change the current value.
Confirm the selection.
The sub-display flashes.
Move from one digit to another.
Change the current value.
Confirm the selection.
SUB
SUB
SUB
SUB
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Specified Edge Measurement Mode [EDGE]
This mode is for measuring the width between two specified edges.
How to select the measurement mode p.44
After selecting the measurement mode, make the following settings.
1
Set the 1st edge.2
Set the 2nd edge.Description Range
Edge No. Set the edge of the measurement
target. 1 to 30, 49, 50
For details, see "How to count edge Nos."
p.57
Change the selection.
Confirm the selection.
Change the selection.
Confirm the selection.
23 45 6
1
SUB
SUB
SUB
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How to count edge Nos.• Set different edges for the 1st and 2nd edges.
• The 1st and 2nd edges can also be set and measured in the reverse order. Note, however, that the following restrictions apply:
- The same edge No. cannot be set twice.
- When "49" is set to one edge, be sure to set "50" to the other edge.
- When "50" is set to one edge, be sure to set "1", "2" or "49" to the other edge.
General measurement
Edge Nos. are assigned from 1 to 30.
In the specified edge measurement mode, the top edge of the beam is always 1, and the bottom edge is always the last edge.
Special measurement
How the edge No. is counted differs according to measurement of (a) to (c) in the figure below.
(a) Width from top edge of beam to last interrupted beam section (distance from edge 1 to 50)
(b) Width from first interrupted beam section to last interrupted beam section (distance from edge 2 to 50)
(c) Width of last interrupted beam section (distance from edge 49 to 50)
Though edge Nos. are generally assigned within the range 1 to 30, 49 is set when setting the top edge of the last interrupted beam section, and 50 is set when setting the bottom edge of the last interrupted beam section.
Note
Beam Received light
2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8
Edge No.
Beam Received light
2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8
Edge No.
Beam Received light50
49 2 1
Edge No.
a b
c
Important
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Wire Position Measurement Mode [THIN]
This mode is for measuring thin wire of up to 0.1 mm in diameter. Measurement details are the same as those for the "center position measurement mode."
How to select the measurement mode p.44
Glass Edge Measurement Mode [GLASS]
This mode is for measuring the edge position of glass sheets. In this mode, the distance from the beam top edge to the edge of the glass sheets is measured.
How to select the measurement mode p.44
After selecting the measurement mode, make the following settings.
1
Set the edge detection direction.Setting value Description
TOP Set from which direction the measurement object will be inserted.
BOTTM
Change the selection.
Confirm the selection.
SUB
SUB
TOP (default value)
From side of Sensor on which LED indicator is located
BOTTOM
From side of Sensor on which LED indicator is not located
SUB