Datalogic Compact 2D Reader Matrix-2000 Reference Manual

Via S. Vitalino 13 40012 - Lippo di Calderara di Reno Bologna - Italy Matrix-2000™ Reference Manual Ed.: 06/2008 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Datalogic reserves the right to make modifications and improvements without prior notification. Datalogic shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein, nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the use of this material. Product names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks and or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Datalogic is a registered trademark of Datalogic S.p.A. in many countries and the Datalogic logo is a trademark of Datalogic S.p.A. © Datalogic Automation S.r.l. 2000 - 2008 24/06/08

Service and Support ..................................................................................................... v Patents.......................................................................................................................... v COMPLIANCE.............................................................................................................vi EMC Compliance......................................................................................................... vi Power Supply............................................................................................................... vi LED Class.................................................................................................................... vi CE Compliance............................................................................................................ vi FCC Compliance ......................................................................................................... vi HANDLING.................................................................................................................vii GENERAL VIEW.........................................................................................................ix 1 RAPID CONFIGURATION ...........................................................................................1 Step 1 – Connecting the System ..................................................................................1 Step 2 – Mounting and Positioning the System............................................................5 Step 3 – Autolearning Configuration.............................................................................6 Step 4 – Installing VisiSet™ Configuration Program ....................................................9 Step 5 – Configuration Using Autolearning Wizard ....................................................10 Advanced Reader Configuration.................................................................................12 2 GENERAL FEATURES..............................................................................................13 2.1 Introduction.................................................................................................................13 2.2 Description..................................................................................................................14 2.3 Model Description.......................................................................................................16 2.4 Accessories ................................................................................................................16 2.5 Application Examples .................................................................................................17 2.6 External Lighting Systems ..........................................................................................20 3 INSTALLATION .........................................................................................................24 3.1 Package Contents ......................................................................................................24 3.2 Mechanical Dimensions..............................................................................................25 3.2.1 Mounting Matrix-2000™.............................................................................................26 3.3 Positioning ..................................................................................................................27 4 CBX ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS.........................................................................29 4.1 Power Supply..............................................................................................................30 4.2 Main Serial Interface...................................................................................................30 4.2.1 RS232 Interface..........................................................................................................31 4.2.2 RS485 Full-Duplex Interface.......................................................................................32 4.2.3 RS485 Half-Duplex Interface......................................................................................33 4.3 Auxiliary RS232 Interface ...........................................................................................35 4.4 Inputs..........................................................................................................................36 4.5 Outputs .......................................................................................................................39 4.6 External Lighting Systems ..........................................................................................41 4.7 User Interface - Host...................................................................................................42 5 MATRIX-2000™ CONNECTOR ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS..............................43 iii

5.3 RJ45 8-Pin Connector (Ethernet) ...............................................................................44 5.4 Power Supply..............................................................................................................45 5.5 Main Serial Interface...................................................................................................45 5.5.1 RS232 Interface..........................................................................................................45 5.5.2 RS485 Full-Duplex Interface.......................................................................................47 5.5.3 RS485 Half-Duplex Interface......................................................................................48 5.6 Auxiliary RS232 Interface ...........................................................................................50 5.7 Ethernet Interface (Matrix-21XX models only)............................................................51 5.8 Inputs..........................................................................................................................52 5.9 Outputs .......................................................................................................................55 5.10 User Interface .............................................................................................................57 6 TYPICAL LAYOUTS ..................................................................................................58 6.1 Point-to-Point..............................................................................................................58 6.2 Pass-Through .............................................................................................................59 6.3 RS232 Master/Slave...................................................................................................60 6.4 Multiplexer ..................................................................................................................61 6.5 Ethernet Connection (Matrix-21XX models only)........................................................62 7 READING FEATURES...............................................................................................64 7.1 Reading Distance and FOV........................................................................................64 7.2 Maximum Line Speed Calculation ..............................................................................66 8 SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION................................................................................68 8.1 VisiSet™ System Requirements.................................................................................68 8.2 Installing VisiSet™......................................................................................................68 8.3 Startup ........................................................................................................................69 8.3.1 VisiSet™ Options........................................................................................................70 8.4 Configuration ..............................................................................................................72 8.4.1 Edit Reader Parameters .............................................................................................73 8.4.2 Send Configuration Options........................................................................................75 8.4.3 Calibration...................................................................................................................78 8.4.4 Multi Image Acquisition Settings.................................................................................82 8.4.5 Run Time Self Tuning (RTST) ....................................................................................82 8.4.6 Region Of Interest Windowing....................................................................................83 8.4.7 Direct Part Marking Applications.................................................................................84 8.5 Image Capture and Decoding.....................................................................................86 8.6 Statistics .....................................................................................................................86 9 MAINTENANCE .........................................................................................................87 9.1 Cleaning......................................................................................................................87 10 TROUBLESHOOTING ...............................................................................................88 10.1 General Guidelines.....................................................................................................88 11 TECHNICAL FEATURES...........................................................................................91 GLOSSARY................................................................................................................93 INDEX.........................................................................................................................96 iv

"User" refers to anyone using a Matrix-2000™ reader. "Reader" refers to the Matrix-2000™ reader. "You" refers to the System Administrator or Technical Support person using this manual to install, configure, operate, maintain or troubleshoot a Matrix-2000™ reader. REFERENCE DOCUMENTATION For further details refer to: the VisiSet™ Help On Line, Matrix Reading Methods, Matrix Host Mode Programming, Matrix SW Parameter Guide, Matrix Symbol Verifier Solution provided as supplementary documentation on CD-ROM. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Datalogic provides several services as well as technical support through its website. Log on to www.automation.datalogic.com and click on the links indicated for further information including: • PRODUCTS Search through the links to arrive at your product page where you can download specific Manuals and Software & Utilities - VisiSet™ a utility program, which allows device configuration using a PC. It provides RS232 and Ethernet interface configuration. • SERVICES & SUPPORT - Datalogic Services - Warranty Extensions and Maintenance Agreements - Authorised Repair Centres • CONTACT US E-mail form and listing of Datalogic Subsidiaries PATENTS This product is covered by one or more of the following patents: U.S. patents: 6,512,218 B1; 6,616,039 B1; 7,102,116 B2; 7,282,688 B2 European patents: 999,514 B1; 1,014,292 B1. Additional patents pending. v

EMC COMPLIANCE In order to meet the EMC requirements: • connect reader chassis to the plant earth ground by means of a flat copper braid shorter than 100 mm; • connect the main interface cable shield to pin 1 of the reader 25-pin connector; • use two clip-on ferrite sleeves (type Stewart 28A2029-0A0) on the main interface cable near the reader 25-pin connector; • connect the Ethernet interface cable shield to the reader chassis (for Matrix-21XX only). POWER SUPPLY ATTENTION: READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE INSTALLING THE PRODUCT This product is intended to be installed by Qualified Personnel only. This product is intended to be connected to a UL Listed Computer which supplies power directly to the reader or a UL Listed Direct Plug-in Power Unit marked LPS or “Class 2”, rated 10 to 30 V, minimum 1 A. LED CLASS Class 1 LED Product to EN60825-1:2001 CE COMPLIANCE Warning: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. FCC COMPLIANCE Modifications or changes to this equipment without the expressed written approval of Datalogic could void the authority to use the equipment. This device complies with PART 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference which may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. vi

withstand vibration and shock when correctly installed, however it is also a precision product and therefore before and during installation it must be handled correctly to avoid damage. • avoid that the readers are dropped (exceeding shock limits). • do not fine tune the positioning by striking the reader or bracket.

window damage. • do not spray paint near the reader which can cause reading window damage. viii

Keypad button 1 2 4 5 3 6 9 8 7 External Trigger LED Communication LED Main/Auxiliary Interface Good Read LED 10 Auxiliary Interface Ethernet Interface (for 21XX models only) 11 12 Ethernet MAC Address ix

STEP 1 – CONNECTING THE SYSTEM To connect the system in a Stand Alone configuration, you need the hardware indicated in Figure 1. In this layout the data is transmitted to the Host on the main serial interface. The RS232 auxiliary interface can be used for reader configuration by connecting a laptop computer running VisiSet™. When One Shot or Phase Mode Operating mode is used, the reader is activated by an External Trigger (photoelectric sensor) when the object enters its reading zone. PG 6000 CBX Figure 1 – Matrix-2000™ in Stand Alone Layout Matrix-2000™ Main Interface CAB-Sxx Terminal Local Host * External Trigger or Presence Sensor (for On Shot or Phase Mode) P.S.* 1

1 CBX100/CBX500 Pinout for Matrix-2000™ The table below gives the pinout of the CBX100/CBX500 terminal block connectors. Use this pinout when the Matrix-2000™ reader is connected by means of the CBX100/CBX500: CBX100/500 Terminal Block Connectors Input Power Outputs Vdc Power Supply Input Voltage + +V Power Source - Outputs GND Power Supply Input Voltage - -V Power Reference - Outputs Earth Protection Earth Ground O1+ Output 1 + O1- Output 1 - Inputs O2+ Output 2 + +V Power Source – External Trigger O2- Output 2 - I1A External Trigger A (polarity insensitive) O3A Output 3 + (CBX500 only – polarity sensitive) I1B External Trigger B (polarity insensitive) O3B Output 3 - (CBX500 only – polarity sensitive) -V Power Reference – External Trigger Auxiliary Interface +V Power Source – Inputs TX Auxiliary Interface TX I2A Input 2 A (polarity insensitive) RX Auxiliary Interface RX I2B Input 2 B (polarity insensitive) SGND Auxiliary Interface Reference -V Power Reference – Inputs Shield Shield Network Cable Shield Main Interface RS232 RS485 Full-Duplex RS485 Half-Duplex TX TX+ RTX+ RTS TX- RTX- RX *RX+ CTS *RX- SGND SGND SGND * Do not leave floating, see par. 4.2.2 for connection details. CAUTION Do not connect GND and SGND to different (external) ground references. GND and SGND are internally connected through filtering circuitry which can be permanently damaged if subjected to voltage drops over 0.8 Vdc. CAUTION If Matrix-2000™ is connected to a CBX with a BM100 Backup Module, then the Matrix-2000™ 9-pin Auxiliary port connector cannot be used for communication (i.e. configuration through VisiSet™). In this case use the Auxiliary port 9-pin connector inside the CBX. 2

the power supply and input/output signals. The details of the connector pins are indicated in the following table: 13 25 14 1 Figure 2 - 25-pin male D-Sub Connector 19-pin M16 male connector pinout Pin Name Function 9, 13 Vdc Power supply input voltage + 23, 25 GND Power supply input voltage - 1 CHASSIS Cable shield internally connected by capacitor to the chassis 18 I1A External Trigger A (polarity insensitive) 19 I1B External Trigger B (polarity insensitive) 6 I2A Input 2 A (polarity insensitive) 10 I2B Input 2 B (polarity insensitive) 8 O1+ Output 1 + 22 O1- Output 1 - 11 O2+ Output 2 + 12 O2- Output 2 - 16 O3+ Output 3 + 17 O3- Output 3 - 20 RX Auxiliary RS232 RX (referred to GND) 21 TX Auxiliary RS232 TX (referred to GND) 14, 15, 24 NC Not connected Pin Name RS232 RS485 Full-Duplex RS485 Half-Duplex 2 TX TX+ RTX+ 3 RX *RX+ 4 RTS TX- RTX- 5 MAIN INTERFACE (SW SELECTABLE) CTS *RX- 7 GND_ISO GND_ISO GND_ISO * Do not leave floating, see par. 5.5.2 for connection details. In order to meet EMC requirements: • connect the reader chassis to the plant earth ground by means of a flat copper braid shorter than 100 mm; • connect the main interface cable shield to pin 1 of the 25-pin connector; • use two clip-on ferrite sleeves (type Stewart 28A2029-0A0 or equivalent) on the main interface cable near the reader 25-pin connector; • connect the Ethernet interface cable shield to reader chassis (for Matrix-21XX only) 3

1 DB9-Pin Connector (RS232 Auxiliary Port) There is also a separate 9-pin female D-sub connector for the Auxiliary port connection with the following pinout: 5 1 9 6 Figure 3 - 9-pin female D-Sub Connector 9-pin female D-sub connector pinout Pin Name Function 2 TX Transmitted data of auxiliary RS232 3 RX Received data of auxiliary RS232 5 GND Reference GND of auxiliary RS232 1,4,6,7,8,9 N.C. Not connected CAUTION If Matrix-2000™ is connected to a CBX with a BM100 Backup Module, then the Matrix-2000™ 9-pin Auxiliary port connector cannot be used for communication (i.e. configuration through VisiSet™). In this case use the Auxiliary port 9-pin connector inside the CBX. RJ45 8-Pin Connector (Ethernet) In Matrix-21XX models a RJ45 Modular Jack is provided for Ethernet connection. This interface and the connector pinout (see the following table) are IEEE 802.3 10 BaseT and IEEE 802.3u 100 BaseTx compliant. See par. 5.7 for connection details. 1 8 Figure 4 - RJ45 Modular Jack RJ45 modular jack pinout Pin Name Function 1 TX + Transmitted data (+) 2 TX - Transmitted data (-) 3 RX + Received data (+) 6 RX - Received data (-) 4,5,7,8 N.C. Not connected 4

1. To mount the Matrix-2000™, use the mounting bracket to obtain the most suitable position for the reader as shown in the figures below. Figure 5 - Positioning with Mounting Bracket 2. When mounting the Matrix-2000™ take into consideration these three ideal label position angles: Pitch or Skew 10° to 20° and Tilt 0°, although the reader can read a code at any Tilt angle. Minimize Assure at least 10° Minimize Figure 6 – Pitch, Skew and Tilt Angles 3. Refer to the Reading Features in chp. 7 to determine the distance your reader should be positioned at. 5

1 STEP 3 – AUTOLEARNING CONFIGURATION An autolearning procedure is available to reduce installation time. Status and diagnostic information are clearly presented by means of four colored LEDs, whereas the single push button and F1 and F2 LEDs give immediate access to the following relevant functions: • Positioning (F1) gives visual feedback from the F1 LED to help center the code in the reader's FOV without external tools or software programs • Auto Learn (F2) to self-detect and auto-configure calibration and code setting parameters • Restore Default (F3) to return to factory default settings The colors and meaning of the four status LEDs are illustrated in the following table: PWR (red) This LED indicates the device is powered TRIG (yellow) This LED indicates the external trigger activity READ (red) This LED confirms successful reading. It is also used to signal successful startup. At power on this LED turns on and after a few seconds turns off. If the startup is not successful, this LED remains on. COM (green) This LED indicates active communication on the main serial port (Ethernet port for 21xx models). This LED is also software configurable. Auto Learn If you are configuring your reader using the Auto Learn procedure: 1. Place the desired code in front of the reader at the correct reading distance (depending on the model, see the Reading Features table in chp 7). 2. Enter the Auto Learn function (F2) by pressing and holding the push button until only the F2 LED is on: Matrix-2000™ also beeps twice. 3. Release the button to enter the Auto Learn function. Once entered, the reader acquires an image and automatically configures the optimal Exposure Time and Gain parameters for static reading, as well as detecting and recognizing the code, which is presented to it. The F2 LED blinks during this process. 4. At the end of the procedure, the new configuration parameters will be stored to permanent memory, the F2 LED remains on continuously and then the function automatically exits, the F2 LED turns off. Matrix-2000™ also emits 3 high pitched beeps. If the Auto Learn calibration cannot be reached within a short timeout (max. 1 minute), Matrix-2000™ will exit without saving the configuration parameters, the F2 LED will not remain on continuously but it will just stop blinking. In this case, Matrix-2000™ emits a long low pitched beep. To cancel the Auto Learn function without saving the configuration parameters, press and hold the keypad button at any time during the procedure: the F2 LED will stop blinking and Matrix-2000™ will emit a long low pitched beep. 6

only by selecting the "Autolearning Setup>Store Memory" parameter in VisiSet™. The Autolearning function on the keypad button can also be disabled by the user via VisiSet™. green Auto Learn (F2) Figure 7 – Auto Learn Function Repeat the procedure if needed, to program different code symbologies, however you must present only one code at a time to the reader. Matrix-2000™ is able to decode any code symbology in its library with this procedure. NOTE If your application has been configured using Auto Learn, your reader is ready. If necessary you can use VisiSet™ for advanced reader configuration. Positioning (Optional) At the end of the Auto Learn procedure, you can use the Positioning procedure to center the code with respect to the reader's FOV. 1. While the desired code is in front of the reader at the correct reading distance, enter the Positioning function (F1) by pressing and holding the push button until only the F1 LED is on: Matrix-2000™ also beeps once. 2. Release the button to enter the Positioning function. Once entered, the reader continuously acquires images and gives visual feedback using the F1 LED to indicate when the code is centered with respect to the reader's FOV. Slow blinking means that the positioning value must be improved. 3. To obtain the best value in terms of positioning, move the code and/or the reader so as to position the code as close as possible to the center of the Field of View, keeping the correct focus distance. Check F1 LED blinking: the best code positioning corresponds to fast (almost continuous) blinking. 4. After a short timeout the function automatically exits, the F1 LED remains on continuously and then stops blinking. Matrix-2000™ also emits 3 high pitched beeps. If no valid code is present in the FOV, after about 3 minutes, Matrix-2000™ will automatically exit, the F1 LED will not remain on continuously but it will just stop blinking. In this case, Matrix-2000™ emits a long low pitched beep. 7

1 To cancel the Positioning function, press and hold the keypad button at any time during the procedure: the F1 LED will stop blinking and Matrix-2000™ will emit a long low pitched beep. yellow Positioning (F1) Figure 8 – Positioning Function Restore Default (Optional) At any time you can use the Restore Default procedure to return the reader to the factory default settings. 1. Enter the Restore Default function (F3) by pressing and holding the push button until both the F1 and F2 LEDs are on: Matrix-2000™ also beeps three times. 2. Release the button to perform the Restore Default function. = F1 yellow + F2 green Restore Default (F3) Figure 9 – Restore Default Function 8

VisiSet™ is a Datalogic reader configuration tool providing several important advantages: • Autolearning Wizard for rapid configuration and for new users; • Defined configuration directly stored in the reader; • Communication protocol independent from the physical interface allowing to consider the reader as a remote object to be configured and monitored. To install VisiSet™, turn on the PC that will be used for the configuration, running Windows 98, 2000/NT, XP or Vista, then insert the VisiSet™ CD-ROM, wait for the CD to autorun and follow the installation procedure. This configuration procedure assumes a laptop computer, running VisiSet™, is connected to the reader's auxiliary port. After installing and running the VisiSet™ software program the following window: Figure 10 - VisiSet™ Opening Window Set the communication parameters from the "Options" menu. Then select "Connect", the following window appears: Figure 11 - VisiSet™ Main Window After Connection The Autolearning Wizard option is advised for rapid configuration or for new users. It allows reader configuration in a few easy steps. 9

1 STEP 5 – CONFIGURATION USING AUTOLEARNING WIZARD 1. Select the Autolearning Wizard button from the Main menu. 2. Place the desired code in front of the reader at the correct reading distance (depending on the model, see the Reading Features table in par. 7.1). 3. Press the "Positioning" button. The reader continuously acquires images and gives visual feedback in the view image window to indicate when the code is centered with respect to the reader's FOV. Move the reader (or code) to center it. Press the Positioning button again to stop positioning. 4. Select a Calibration Mode choice and press the "Calibrate" button. 5 4 3 Autolearning Result 10

gain settings. If the code symbology is enabled by default, the code will also be decoded. 5. If the code symbology is not enabled by default, select a Code Setting Mode choice and press the "Code Setting" button. The Autolearning Result section of the Autolearning Wizard window shows the parameter settings and the code type results. 6. Select a Saving Options choice and press the "Save" button. 6 7. Close the AutoLearning Wizard. NOTE If your application has been configured using the VisiSet™ Autolearning Wizard, your reader is ready. If necessary you can use VisiSet™ for advanced reader configuration. 11

1 ADVANCED READER CONFIGURATION For further details on advanced product configuration, refer to the VisiSet™ Help On-Line. The following are alternative or advanced reader configuration methods: Advanced Configuration Using VisiSet™ Advanced configuration can be performed through the VisiSet™ program by selecting Device> Get Configuration From Temporary Memory to open the Parameter Setup window in off-line mode. Advanced configuration is addressed to expert users being able to complete a detailed reader configuration. The desired parameters can be defined in the various folders of the Parameter Setup window and then sent to the reader memory (either Temporary or Permanent): Figure 12 - VisiSet™ Parameter Setup Window Host Mode Programming The reader can also be configured from a host computer using the Host Mode programming procedure, by commands via the serial interface. See the Host Mode Programming file on the CD-ROM. Alternative Layouts If you need to install an Ethernet network, Pass-Through network, Multiplexer network or an RS232 Master/Slave refer to chp. 6. Code Quality Verification Matrix-2000™ can be used as a Code Quality Verifier according to the ISO/IEC 15415, ISO/IEC 15416, AS9132, and AIM DPM Standards. For more details see the Matrix-2000™ Code Quality Verifier Solution manual on the CD-ROM. 12

2.1 INTRODUCTION Matrix-2000™ is a Datalogic compact 2D reader designed and produced to be a high performance affordable solution for both linear and two-dimensional code reading applications. Matrix-2000™ has been developed for use in numerous applications, including PCB and electronic manufacturing, packaging lines, small item tracking, analysis machines and document handling systems, and can also be easily integrated into a wide range of OEM solutions. Matrix-2000™ uses imaging technology and provides complete reading system functions by integrating: lighting system, image acquisition, image processing, decoding and communication into a single compact unit. This technology intrinsically provides omni-directional reading. Standard Application Program A Standard Application Program is factory-loaded onto Matrix-2000™. This program controls code reading, data formatting, serial port and Ethernet interfacing, and many other operating and control parameters. It is completely user configurable from a Laptop or PC using the dedicated configuration software program VisiSet™, provided on CD-ROM with the reader. There are different programmable operating modes to suit various code reading system requirements. Quick, automatic calibration and positioning of the reader can be accomplished using the Autolearning button and LEDs on top of the reader without the necessity of a PC. Autolearning can also be performed through VisiSet™ through the Autolearning Wizard. This tool includes visual feedback from the reader. VisiSet™ provides a Calibration Tool to verify the exact positioning of the reader and to maximize its reading performance. Statistics on the reading performance can also be visualized through a dedicated window in VisiSet™. Symbol Verification can be performed through VisiSet™ when the reader has been installed and setup as a Verifier station. For details see the Matrix Symbol Verifier Solution manual. Programmability If your requirements are not met by the Standard Application Program, Custom Application Programs can be requested at your local Datalogic distributor. 13

2 2.2 DESCRIPTION Some of the main features of this reader are given below: • Decoding of most popular linear and stacked barcodes, 2D code symbologies and postal codes • Omni-directional reading • Direct or 90° reading Window • Quick installation without PC by using Autolearning button and F1, F2 LEDs • Image Windowing function • Frame rate up to 60 frames/sec (3600 frames/min) • Up to 200 readable codes in the same reading phase • Calibration Tool to verify exact code positioning in the Field of View and to maximize the reading performance • Ethernet interface (Matrix-21XX only) with TCP/IP socket for reader parameter configuration, data and image transfer, HTTP server, FTP and mail client, etc. • Windows-based VisiSet™ software to configure the reader parameter via PC serial or Ethernet interface • Code quality assessment according to ISO/IEC 16022, ISO/IEC 18004, ISO/IEC 15415, ISO/IEC 15416 and AS9132 and AIM DPM standards. • Different operating modes to suit various application requirements • User-defined database of Image Acquisition Settings (parameter sets) • Match Code option with a user-defined match code database • Diagnostic software tools • 2 serial communication interfaces • General purpose optocoupled I/Os • Supply voltage ranges from 10 to 30 Vdc The reader is contained in a magnesium alloy housing; the mechanical dimensions are 121 x 73 x 57 mm and it weighs about 380 g. The protection class of the enclosure is IP64 for all 20XX models; therefore the reader is particularly suitable for industrial environments where protection against harsh external conditions is required. Electrical connection of Power, Host interfaces and I/O signals is provided through a 25-pin connector (see Figure A, 9). In addition there is a 9-pin Auxiliary interface connector for reader configuration (see Figure A, 10). A standard Ethernet RJ45 connector is present on Matrix-21XX models (see Figure A, 11). 14

PWR red LED indicates that the reader is connected to the power supply (see Figure A, 5). TRIG yellow LED indicates external trigger activity (Figure A, 6). READ red LED signals successful code decoding (Figure A, 7). It is also used to signal successful startup. At power on this LED turns on and after a few seconds turns off. If the startup is not successful, this LED remains on. COM green LED is software configurable. As default it indicates: data transmission on the main serial interface for Matrix-20XX models; Ethernet interface external connection for Matrix-21XX models (Figure A, 8). F1 yellow LED signals distance of code from the center of FOV during the Positioning (Optional) procedure. The faster it blinks, the better Matrix-2000™ is positioned (see Figure A, 4). F2 green LED signals reader calibration with respect to image quality during the Auto Learn procedure (see Figure A, 2). The keypad button is software programmable. By default it starts the Auto Learn or Positioning procedure to calibrate and position the reader for quick installation without using a PC (see Figure A, 3). 15

2 2.3 MODEL DESCRIPTION The Matrix-2000™ reader is available in different versions according to the following characteristics: MATRIX - 2XXX-X Optics 1 = Ultra High Density (UHD) 2 = High Density (HD) 3 = Standard Density (STD) 4 = Low Density (LD) 5 = Medium Range (MR) 6 = Long Range (LR) Image Sensor 1 = VGA CCD Device Connectivity 0 = RS232/RS485 + RS232 1 = RS232/RS485 + RS232+ Ethernet Other Options R = 90° Reading Window 2.4 ACCESSORIES Order No. Accessory Description 93A051351 CAB-S01 Cable to CBX (1 m) 93A051352 CAB-S02 Cable to CBX (2 m) 93A051353 CAB-S05 Cable to CBX (5 m) 93A051354 CAB-S10 Cable to CBX (10 m) 93A301067 CBX100 Compact Connection Box 93A301069 CBX100LT Compact Connection Box Low Temp 93A301068 CBX500 Modular Connection Box 93ACC1808 BM100 Backup Module for CBX100/500 93ACC1809 * BM150 Display Module for CBX500 93ACC1810, 93ACC1811 * BM300/BM310 Profibus Module STD/IP65 for CBX500 93ACC1814 * BM400 DeviceNet Module IP65 for CBX500 93ACC1718 PG6002 AC/DC Power Supply Unit (US) 93ACC1719 PG6001 AC/DC Power Supply Unit (UK) 93ACC1720 PG6000 AC/DC Power Supply Unit (EU) 93ACC1790 LTC-630 Four Bar Lighting System Controller 93ACC1791 PH-1 Photocell Kit PNP 93ACC1728 MEP- 543 Photocell Kit NPN 93A401003 LT-100 Cone Lighting System 93A401004 LT-200 Spot Lighting System 93A401012 LT-210 Mini-Spot Lighting System 93A401008 LT-300 Ring Lighting System 93A401013 LT-314 45° Dark Field Ring Lighting System 93A401014 LT-316 60° Dark Field Ring Lighting System 93A401015 LT-410 Coaxial Lighting System 93A401016 LT-510 Mini-Dome Lighting System 93A401017 LT-511 Dome Lighting System 93A401018 LT-630 Four Bar Lighting System 93ACC1786 BK-410 Coaxial Lighting System Bracket 93ACC1787 BK-510 Mini-Dome Lighting System Bracket 93ACC1788 BK-511 Dome/Ring Lighting System Bracket 93ACC1789 BK-630 Four Bar Lighting System Bracket 93ACC1729 USX-60 Adjustable Bracket 93A201090 GFC-MATRIX-2000 90° Deflection Mirror 93ACC1841 ISO/IEC Calibration Chart Calibration Chart for Code Verifier Solution * Accessories compatible with Matrix-2000™ application software 5.20 and later. 16

Matrix-2000™ is profitably used in the omnidirectional reading of 2D, stacked, linear and postal codes. The powerful LED illuminator, the Matrix 2XX1 60 fps CCD sensor and the 400 MHz CPU allow the decoding of fast moving codes (over 6.0 m/s) on industrial printing lines (see Figure 13) and in automated document handling and mail processing systems (see Figure 14). Figure 13 - Matrix-2000™ Reading Station on a High Speed Printing Line Figure 14 - Address Coded in Data Matrix Symbology for Automated Mail Processing 17

2 Matrix-2000™ assures the reading of deformed and / or overprinted codes, even though damaged or printed on high reflective surfaces (see Figures 15,16,17). Figure 15 - Unidose Flow-Pack with PDF417 Code Figure 16 - Overprinted Barcode Readable by Matrix-2000™ also Through the Envelope Window Film Figure 17 - Barcode Printed on Curved Surface Readable by Matrix-2000™ in spite of Image Optical Distortion Matrix-2000™ is also very powerful in reading low-contrast direct part marked codes (see Figures 18, 19, 20, 21 and 22). Figure 18 - Dot Matrix Code Directly Marked on Metal Surface by Using Dot Peening Technology 18

Figure 20 - Directly Marked Dot Matrix Code Characterized by Outstanding Separation Distance between Adjacent Code Elements Figure 21 - Data Matrix Code Directly Marked on PCB Surface by Using Laser Etching Technology Figure 22 - Dot Matrix Code Directly Marked on PCB Copper Pad by Using Ink-Jet Technology 19

2 2.6 EXTERNAL LIGHTING SYSTEMS In some direct part marking applications best reading results are obtained by using an external lighting system. A series of accessory illuminators are available which cover a variety of applications. The LT-100 Cone Lighting System provides a circular symmetrical light source designed for the following applications: • with uneven or noisy background surfaces • where dot peening or laser etching codes are directly marked onto metal surfaces or PCBs and need to be highlighted • in the presence of highly reflective surfaces (metal, glass, etc.) causing direct reflections Figure 23 - LT-100 Cone Lighting System The LT-200 Spot Lighting System provides a high intensity light source designed for the following applications: • with uneven, noisy and scratched surfaces • where dot peening or laser etching codes are directly marked onto metal surfaces or PCBs and need to be highlighted. Here the use of more than one Spot Light can remove any shadowing effect. • in the presence of highly reflective surfaces (metal, glass, etc.) causing direct reflections. Low light path to surface angles strongly reduce direct reflections. Figure 24 - LT-200 Spot Lighting System 20

following applications: • with uneven, noisy and scratched surfaces • where dot peening or laser etching codes are directly marked onto metal surfaces or PCBs and need to be highlighted. Here the use of more than one Spot Light can remove any shadowing effect. • in the presence of highly reflective surfaces (metal, glass, etc.) causing direct reflections. Low light path to surface angles strongly reduce direct reflections. Figure 25 - LT-210 Mini Spot Lighting System The LT-300 Ring Lighting System is designed for reading codes produced by Dot Peening or Laser Etching on flat, reflective parts. Figure 26 - LT-300 Ring Lighting System The LT-314 45° Dark Field Ring Lighting System is designed for reading codes produced by Dot Peening or Laser Etching on flat, reflective parts. Figure 27 - LT-314 45° Dark Field Ring Lighting System 21

2 The LT-316 60° Dark Field Ring Lighting System is designed for reading codes produced by Dot Peening (especially by a 120° stylus) or Laser Etching on flat, reflective parts. Figure 28 - LT-316 60° Dark Field Ring Lighting System The LT-410 Coaxial Lighting System is an axial diffuse illuminator designed for reading codes produced by Dot Peening or Laser Etching on flat parts having a matte, specular or mixed surface reflectivity. Figure 29 - LT-410 Coaxial Lighting System The LT-510 Mini Dome Lighting System is a diffuse mini dome light designed for reading printed label or Direct Marking codes on small parts with a curved or specular surface. Figure 30 - LT-510 Mini Dome Lighting System 22

or Direct Marking codes on parts with a curved surface. Figure 31 - LT-511 Dome Lighting System The LT-630 Four Bar Lighting System is designed for Code verification applications according to ISO/IEC 15415 or ISO/IEC 15416 specifications. Figure 32 - LT-630 Four Bar Lighting System 23

3 3 INSTALLATION 3.1 PACKAGE CONTENTS Verify that the Matrix-2000™ reader and all the parts supplied with the equipment are present and intact when opening the packaging; the list of parts includes: ‰ Matrix-2000™ reader ‰ Quick Reference Guide ‰ Test Chart ‰ Matrix family CD-ROM ‰ Auxiliary port connector cover ‰ Mounting kit • Mounting screws and washers (4 ea.) • Mounting bracket Figure 33 - Package Contents 24

Matrix-2000™ can be installed to operate in different positions. The eight screw holes (M4 x 5) on the body of the reader are for mechanical fixture (Figure 34). The diagram below gives the overall dimensions of the reader and may be used for its installation. Refer to paragraphs 3.3 and 7.1 for correct positioning. mm [inch] M4 x 5 n°4 18.1 [0.71] 4 [0.16] 73 [2.87] 57 [2.24] = = 28.1 [1.11] 57 [2.24] 121 [4.76] 57 [2.24] M4 x 5 n°4 57 [2.24] Figure 34 - Overall Dimensions 25

3 73 [2.87] 121 [4.76] 57 [2.24] mm [inch] 73 [2.87] Ø4.2 [Ø0.17] 15 [0.59] 37 [1.46] 4.2 [0.17] 95 [3.74] 47.5 [1.87] Ø8.2 [Ø0.32] 47.5 [1.87] 95 [3.74] 2 [0.08] mm [inch] Figure 35 - Overall dimensions - 90° model Figure 36 - Mounting Bracket Overall Dimensions 3.2.1 Mounting Matrix-2000™ Using the Matrix-2000™ mounting bracket you can obtain vertical shift and rotation of the reader as shown in the diagram below: Figure 37 - Positioning with Mounting Brackets 26

angular distortion may degrade reading performance. When mounting Matrix-2000™, take into consideration these ideal label position angles: Pitch or Skew 10° to 20° and Tilt 0°. Note: Since Matrix-2000™ is omni-directional on the code plane, the Pitch and Skew angles have the same significance with respect to the code plane. However in some advanced code reading applications performance can be improved by modifying the Skew angle. Follow the suggestions below for the best orientation: The Pitch and Skew angles are represented by the values P and S in Figure 38 and in Figure 39. Position the reader in order to avoid the direct reflection of the light emitted by the Matrix- 2000™ reader; it is advised to assure at least 10° for one of these angles. In some cases, such as low contrast or low illumination, it can be useful to use a Pitch or Skew angle = 0°. Figure 38 - Pitch angle Figure 39 - Skew angle 27

3 The Tilt angle is represented by the value T in Figure 40. Matrix-2000™ can read labels with any tilt angle. Figure 40 - Tilt angle Position the reader so that the distance from the reading window to the code surface is that indicated in par. 7.1 for your model. 28

4 4 CBX ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS All Matrix-2000™ models can be connected to a CBX connection box through one of the available CAB-Sxx accessory cables. These accessory cables terminate in a 25-pin female D-sub connector on the Matrix-2000™ side and in a 25-pin male D-sub connector on the CBX side. We recommend making system connections through one of the CBX connection boxes since they offer the advantages of easy connection, easy device replacement and filtered reference signals. NOTE If you require direct wiring to the reader the details of the connector pins and relative connections are indicated in Chaper 5. The table below gives the pinout of the CBX100/500 terminal block connectors. Use this pinout when the Matrix-2000™ reader is connected by means of the CBX100/500: CBX100/500 Terminal Block Connectors Input Power Vdc Power Supply Input Voltage + GND Power Supply Input Voltage - Earth Protection Earth Ground Inputs +V Power Source – External Trigger I1A External Trigger A (polarity insensitive) I1B External Trigger B (polarity insensitive) -V Power Reference – External Trigger +V Power Source – Inputs I2A Input 2 A (polarity insensitive) I2B Input 2 B (polarity insensitive) -V Power Reference – Inputs Outputs +V Power Source - Outputs -V Power Reference - Outputs O1+ Output 1 + O1- Output 1 - O2+ Output 2 + O2- Output 2 - O3A Output 3 + (CBX500 only - polarity sensitive) O3B Output 3 - (CBX500 only - polarity sensitive) Auxiliary Interface TX Auxiliary Interface TX RX Auxiliary Interface RX SGND Auxiliary Interface Reference Shield Shield Network Cable Shield Main Interface RS232 RS485 Full-Duplex RS485 Half-Duplex TX TX+ RTX+ RX *RX+ RTS TX- RTX- CTS *RX- SGND SGND SGND * Do not leave floating, see par. 4.2.2 for connection details. 29

4 NOTE To avoid electromagnetic interference when the reader is connected to a CBX connection box, verify the jumper positions in the CBX as indicated in its Installation Manual. 4.1 POWER SUPPLY Power can be supplied to the reader through the CBX100/500 spring clamp terminal pins as shown in Figure 41: V+ in Earth Ground Power Supply VGND Figure 41 - Power Supply Connections The power must be between 10 and 30 Vdc only. It is recommended to connect the device CHASSIS to earth ground (Earth) by setting the appropriate jumper in the CBX connection box. See the CBX Installation Manual for details. 4.2 MAIN SERIAL INTERFACE The signals relative to the following serial interface types are available on the CBX spring clamp terminal blocks. The main serial interface type and its parameters (baud rate, data bits, etc.) can be defined by the user via VisiSet™ software. The RS485 half duplex is automatically set whenever MUX32 communication protocol is enabled. For more details refer to the "Communication" folder in the VisiSet™ Help On Line. Details regarding the connections and use of the interfaces are given in the next paragraphs. 30

4 4.2.1 RS232 Interface The RS232 interface can be used for Point-to-Point, Pass Through or Master/Slave connections. When it is connected to the host computer it allows both transmission of code data and reader configuration by VisiSet™. The following pins are used for RS232 interface connection: CBX100/500 Function TX Transmit Data RX Receive Data RTS Request To Send CTS Clear To Send SGND Signal Ground It is always advisable to use shielded cables. The overall maximum cable length must be less than 15 m (49.2 ft). SGND RXD TXD CTS RTS USER INTERFACE SGND TX RX RTS CTS READER Figure 42 – RS232 Main Interface Connections Using Hardware Handshaking The RTS and CTS signals control data transmission and synchronize the connected devices. START OF TRANSMISSION END OF TRANSMISSION + V RTS - V + V TX DATA - V + V CTS - V DATA TRANSMISSION DATA TRANSMISSION C1 C2 C4 C3 C5 TRANSMISSION STOPPED ENABLED DISABLED ENABLED IDLE IDLE Figure 43 - RS232 Control Signals If the RTS/CTS handshaking protocol is enabled, the Matrix-2000™ activates the RTS output to indicate a message is to be transmitted. The receiving unit activates the CTS input to enable the transmission. 31

4 4.2.2 RS485 Full-Duplex Interface The RS485 full-duplex (5 wires + shield) interface is used for non-polled communication protocols in point-to-point connections over longer distances (max 1200 m / 3940 ft) than those acceptable for RS232 communications or in electrically noisy environments. The CBX pinout follows: CBX100/500 Function TX+ RS485 Transmit Data + RX+ RS485 Receive Data + TX- RS485 Transmit Data - RX- RS485 Receive Data - SGND Signal Ground RX485+ TX485+ SGND RX485- TX485- USER INTERFACE SGND TX+ RX+ TX- RX- READER Figure 44 - RS485 Full-duplex Connections NOTE For applications that do not use RX485 signals, do not leave these lines floating but connect them to SGND as shown below. RX485+ SGND RX485- USER INTERFACE SGND TX+ TX- READER Figure 45 - RS485 Full-duplex Connections using Only TX Signals 32

4 4.2.3 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 with a Datalogic Multiplexer, (see par. 6.4) exploiting a proprietary protocol based on polled mode called MUX32 protocol, where a master device polls slave devices to collect data. CBX100/500 Function RTX+ RS485 Receive/Transmit Data + RTX- RS485 Receive/Transmit Data - SGND Signal Ground RTX485+ SGND RTX485- USER INTERFACE SGND RTX+ RTX- READER Figure 46 - RS485 Half-duplex Connections This interface is forced by software when the protocol selected is MUX32 protocol. In a Multiplexer layout, the Multidrop address must also be set via serial channel by the VisiSet™ utility or by the Host Programming Mode. Figure 47 shows a multidrop configuration with Matrix-2000™ readers connected to a Multiplexer. CAUTION This is an example of multidrop wiring. Consult the multiplexer manual for complete wiring instructions. 33

4 Figure 47 – Matrix-2000™ Multidrop Connection to a Multiplexer 34

4 4.3 AUXILIARY RS232 INTERFACE The RS232 auxiliary interface is available for Point-to-Point, Pass Through or Master/Slave connections. When it is connected to the host computer it allows both transmission of code data and reader configuration by VisiSet™. The parameters relative to the aux interface (baud rate, data bits, etc.) as well as particular communication modes such as LOCAL ECHO can be defined through the Communication folder of the VisiSet™ utility program. The 9-pin female Auxiliary Interface connector inside the CBX is the preferred connector for device configuration or communication monitoring. 5 1 6 9 Figure 48 - 9-pin female connector If permanent system wiring is required, the following pins are used to connect the RS232 auxiliary interface: CBX100/500 Function RX Auxiliary Interface Receive Data TX Auxiliary Interface Transmit Data SGND Auxiliary Interface Reference RX TX Reference USER INTERFACE Figure 49 - RS232 Auxiliary Interface Connections NOTE Do not connect the Aux Interface to the CBX spring clamp connectors and the 9-pin connector simultaneously. 35

4 4.4 INPUTS There are two optocoupled polarity insensitive inputs available on the reader: Input 1 (External Trigger) and Input 2, a generic input: The External Trigger can be used in One Shot Mode or in Phase Mode. Its main functions are: • acquisition trigger in One Shot Mode • reading phase-ON/reading phase-OFF command in Phase Mode The main functions of the general purpose Input 2 are: • second external trigger in Phase Mode • match code storage command when the Match Code option is enabled The electrical features of both inputs are: VAB = 30 Vdc max. IIN = 10 mA (reader) + 12 mA (CBX) max. The active state of these inputs are selected in software. An anti-disturbance filter (debounce filter) is implemented in software on both inputs and is software programmable to filter in the range from 500 microseconds to 10 milliseconds. Refer to the Digital I/O folder in the VisiSet™ Help On Line for further details. These inputs are optocoupled and can be driven by both NPN and PNP type commands. NOTE Polarity insensitive inputs assure full functionality even if pins A and B are exchanged. The connections are indicated in the following diagrams: CBX100/500 Function +V Power Source - External Trigger I1A External Trigger A (polarity insensitive) I1B External Trigger B (polarity insensitive) -V Power Reference - External Trigger When current flows through the I1A-B input (External Trigger), the yellow TRIG LED (Figure A, 6) is on. 36

4 EXTERNAL TRIGGER INPUT CONNECTIONS USING MATRIX-2000™ POWER CAUTION Power is available directly to the Input Device, independently from the Power Supply Switch inside the CBX. (brown) (black) (blue) PH-1 Photocell (PNP) Figure 50 – PH-1 External Trigger Using MATRIX-2000™ Power Power to Input Photocell Signal Photocell Reference NPN Photocell Figure 51 - NPN External Trigger Using MATRIX-2000™ Power EXTERNAL TRIGGER INPUT CONNECTIONS USING EXTERNAL POWER Pulled down to External Input Device Reference Input Signal PNP Photocell Figure 52 - PNP External Trigger Using External Power Pulled up to External Input Device Power Input Signal NPN Photocell Figure 53 - NPN External Trigger Using External Power 37

4 CBX100/500 Function +V Power Source - Inputs I2A Input 2 A (polarity insensitive) I2B Input 2 B (polarity insensitive) -V Power Reference - Inputs INPUT 2 CONNECTIONS USING MATRIX-2000™ POWER CAUTION Power is available directly to the Input Device, independently from the Power Supply Switch inside the CBX. Power to Input Device Input Input Device Signal Reference Input Device PNP Input 2 Using MATRIX-2000™ Power Power to Input Input Device Signal Input Device Reference Input Device NPN Input 2 Using MATRIX-2000™ Power INPUT 2 CONNECTIONS USING EXTERNAL POWER Pulled down to External Input Device Reference Input Signal Input Device Figure 54 - PNP Input 2 Using External Power 38

4 Pulled up to External Input Device Power Input Signal Input Device Figure 55 - NPN Input 2 Using External Power 4.5 OUTPUTS Thee optocoupled general purpose outputs are available. The meaning of the three outputs can be defined by the user. They are typically used either to signal the data collection result or to control an external lighting system. CBX100/500 Function +V Power Source - Outputs O1+ Output 1 + O1- Output 1 - O2+ Output 2 + O2- Output 2 - O3+ Output 3 + O3- Output 3 - -V Power Reference Outputs The electrical features of the three outputs are the following: VCE = 30 Vdc max. ICE = 40 mA continuous max.; 130 mA pulsed max. VCE saturation = 1 Vdc max. @ 10 mA PD = 80 mW Max. @ 45 °C ambient temp. By default, Output 1 is associated with the Partial Read and No Read events, which activates when the code(s) signaled by the external trigger are not decoded, and Output 2 is associated with the Complete Read event, which activates when all the selected codes are correctly decoded. Output 3, by default, is not associated with any event. The output signals are fully programmable being determined by the configured Activation/Deactivation events, Deactivation Timeout or a combination of the two. Refer to the Digital I/O folder in the VisiSet™ Help On Line for further details. 39

4 OUTPUT CONNECTIONS USING MATRIX-2000™ POWER CAUTION Power is available directly to the Output Device, independently from the Power Supply Switch inside the CBX. Power to Output Output device Signal Output device Reference Output Device Figure 56 - Open Emitter Output Using MATRIX-2000™ Power Power to Output device Output device Reference Output Device Output Signal Figure 57 - Open Collector Output Using MATRIX-2000™ Power OUTPUT CONNECTIONS USING EXTERNAL POWER Pulled up to External Output Device Power Output Signal Output Device Figure 58 - Output Open Emitter Using External Power Pulled down to External Output Device Reference Output Signal Output Device Figure 59 - Output Open Collector Using External Power 40

4 4.6 EXTERNAL LIGHTING SYSTEMS If an External Illuminator is used, it can be powered from the CBX connection box. It must be connected to the Vdc and GND terminal clamps. CAUTION Power is available directly to the Illuminator, independently from the Power Supply Switch inside the CBX. In the case of the LT-100, LT-200 or LT-300 illuminators, one of the available digital outputs must be connected as the control signal. In VisiSet™, configure the Output Line Function parameter to "External Lighting System" and the Matrix Output x External Lighting System Mode parameter to "Triggered". Control Signal for LT-100, LT-200 or LT-300 illuminators Power to External Illuminator Figure 60 – External Lighting System Connections Below is a table summarizing the various External Illuminator wiring and power requirements: Illuminator Wire Color CBX/Matrix Signal Meaning LT-100 Red Vdc 10 to 30 Vdc LT-200 Black GND Ground Blue O1- or O2- Control Signal - White O1+ or O2+ Control Signal + LT-300 Brown Vdc 10 to 30 Vdc Black GND Ground Yellow/Green Earth Shield/Earth Ground Blue O1- or O2- Control Signal - White O1+ or O2+ Control Signal + LT-210, LT-314, White Vdc 24 Vdc LT-316, LT-410 Black GND Ground LT-510, LT-511 Shield Earth Shield/Earth Ground 41

4 4.7 USER INTERFACE - HOST The following table contains the pinout for standard RS232 PC Host interface. For other user interface types please refer to their own manual. RS232 PC-side connections 1 5 9 6 9-pin male connector 13 25 14 1 25-pin male connector Pin Name Pin Name 2 RX 3 RX 3 TX 2 TX 5 GND 7 GND 7 RTS 4 RTS 8 CTS 5 CTS 42

5 5 MATRIX-2000™ CONNECTOR ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 5.1 DB25-PIN CONNECTOR The Matrix-2000™ reader is equipped with a 25-pin male D-Sub connector for connection to the power supply and input/output signals. The details of the connector pins are indicated in the following table: 13 25 14 1 Figure 61 - 25-pin male D-Sub Connector 19-pin M16 male connector pinout Pin Name Function 9, 13 Vdc Power supply input voltage + 23, 25 GND Power supply input voltage - 1 CHASSIS Cable shield internally connected by capacitor to the chassis 18 I1A External Trigger A (polarity insensitive) 19 I1B External Trigger B (polarity insensitive) 6 I2A Input 2 A (polarity insensitive) 10 I2B Input 2 B (polarity insensitive) 8 O1+ Output 1 + 22 O1- Output 1 - 11 O2+ Output 2 + 12 O2- Output 2 - 16 O3+ Output 3 + 17 O3- Output 3 - 20 RX Auxiliary RS232 RX (referred to GND) 21 TX Auxiliary RS232 TX (referred to GND) 14, 15, 24 NC Not connected Pin Name RS232 RS485 Full-Duplex RS485 Half-Duplex 2 TX TX+ RTX+ 3 RX *RX+ 4 RTS TX- RTX- 5 MAIN INTERFACE (SW SELECTABLE) CTS *RX- 7 GND_ISO GND_ISO GND_ISO * Do not leave floating, see par. 5.5.2 for connection details. In order to meet EMC requirements: • connect the reader chassis to the plant earth ground by means of a flat copper braid shorter than 100 mm; • connect the main interface cable shield to pin 1 of the 25-pin connector; • use two clip-on ferrite sleeves (type Stewart 28A2029-0A0 or equivalent) on the main interface cable near the reader 25-pin connector; • connect the Ethernet interface cable shield to reader chassis (for Matrix-21XX only) 43

5 5.2 DB9-PIN CONNECTOR (RS232 AUXILIARY PORT) There is also a separate 9-pin female D-sub connector for the Auxiliary port connection with the following pinout: 5 1 9 6 Figure 62 - 9-pin female D-Sub Connector 9-pin female D-sub connector pinout Pin Name Function 2 TX Transmitted data of auxiliary RS232 3 RX Received data of auxiliary RS232 5 GND Reference GND of auxiliary RS232 1,4,6,7,8,9 N.C. Not connected CAUTION If Matrix-2000™ is connected to a CBX with a BM100 Backup Module, then the Matrix-2000™ 9-pin Auxiliary port connector cannot be used for communication (i.e. configuration through VisiSet™). In this case use the Auxiliary port 9-pin connector inside the CBX. 5.3 RJ45 8-PIN CONNECTOR (ETHERNET) In Matrix-21XX models a RJ45 Modular Jack is provided for Ethernet connection. This interface and the connector pinout (see the following table) are IEEE 802.3 10 BaseT and IEEE 802.3u 100 BaseTx compliant. See par. 5.7 for connection details. 1 8 Figure 63 - RJ45 Modular Jack RJ45 modular jack pinout Pin Name Function 1 TX + Transmitted data (+) 2 TX - Transmitted data (-) 3 RX + Received data (+) 6 RX - Received data (-) 4,5,7,8 N.C. Not connected 44

5 5.4 POWER SUPPLY Power is supplied to the reader through the pins provided on the 25-pin connector (see Figure 64): MATRIX 9/13 23/25 Vdc GND 1 SHIELD USER INTERFACE CHASSIS V- (Ground) V+ (10 - 30 Vdc) Earth Ground Earth Ground Chassis Figure 64 - Power Supply Connection The allowed supply voltage range is 10 to 30 Vdc. 5.5 MAIN SERIAL INTERFACE The signals relative to the following serial interface types are available on the 25-pin connector. The main serial interface type and its parameters (baud rate, data bits, etc.) can be defined by the user via VisiSet™ software. The RS485 half duplex is automatically set whenever MUX32 communication protocol is enabled. For more details refer to the "Communication" folder in the VisiSet™ Help On Line. Details regarding the connections and use of the interfaces are given in the next paragraphs. 5.5.1 RS232 Interface The opto-isolated RS232 interface can be used for Point-to-Point, Pass Through or Master/Slave connections. When it is connected to the host computer it allows both transmission of code data and reader configuration by VisiSet™. The following pins of the 25-pin connector are used for RS232 interface connection: Pin Name Function 2 TX Transmit Data 3 RX Receive Data 4 RTS Request To Send 5 CTS Clear To Send 7 GND_ISO Main opto-isolated reference ground It is always advisable to use shielded cables. The overall maximum cable length must be less than 15 m (49.2 ft). 45

5 MATRIX GND_ISO RTS CTS RX TX USER INTERFACE Reference Ground Handshaking Signals TXD RXD SHIELD 7 4 5 3 2 1 Earth Ground Earth Ground Chassis Figure 65 - RS232 Main Interface Connections The RTS and CTS signals control data transmission and synchronize the connected devices. Figure 66 - RS232 Control Signals If the RTS/CTS handshaking protocol is enabled, Matrix-2000™ activates the RTS output to indicate a message is to be transmitted. The receiving unit activates the CTS input to enable the transmission. 46

5 5.5.2 RS485 Full-Duplex Interface The RS485 full-duplex (5 wires + shield) interface is used for non-polled communication protocols in point-to-point connections over longer distances (max 1200 m / 3940 ft) than those acceptable for RS232 communications or in electrically noisy environments. The following pins of the 25-pin connector are used for RS485 full-duplex communication: Pin Name Function 2 TX+ RS485 Transmit Data (+) 4 TX- RS485 Transmit Data (-) 3 RX+ RS485 Receive Data (+) 5 RX- RS485 Receive Data (-) 7 GND_ISO Main opto-isolated reference ground MATRIX GND_ISO RX+ RX- TX- TX+ USER INTERFACE TX485 RX485 SHIELD Reference Ground 7 3 5 4 2 + 1 - + - Earth Ground Earth Ground Chassis Figure 67 - RS485 Full-duplex Connections NOTE For applications that do not use RX485 signals, do not leave these lines floating but connect them to GND_ISO as shown below. MATRIX GND_ISO RX+ RX- TX- TX+ USER INTERFACE RX485 SHIELD Reference Ground 7 3 5 4 2 + 1 - Earth Ground Earth Ground Chassis Figure 68 - RS485 Full-duplex Connections using Only TX Signals 47

5 5.5.3 RS485 Half-Duplex Interface The opto-isolated RS485 half-duplex (3 wires + shield) interface is available for polled communication protocols. It can be used for multidrop connections with a Datalogic Multiplexer, (see Figure 70 and par. 6.4) exploiting a proprietary protocol based on polled mode called MUX32 protocol, where a master device polls slave devices to collect data. The following pins of the 25-pin connector are used for RS485 half-duplex communication: Pin Name Function 2 RTX+ RS485 Receive/Transmit Data (+) 4 RTX- RS485 Receive/Transmit Data (-) 7 GND_ISO Main opto-isolated reference ground MATRIX RTX- RTX+ MULITPLEXER RTX485- RTX485+ GND_ISO RS485REF SHIELD 4 2 7 1 Earth Ground Earth Ground Chassis Figure 69 - RS485 Half-duplex Connections This interface is forced by software when the protocol selected is MUX32 protocol. In a Multiplexer layout, the Multidrop address must also be set via serial channel by the VisiSet™ utility or by the Host Programming Mode. 48

5 The figure below shows a multidrop configuration with Matrix-2000™ readers connected to a Multiplexer. CAUTION This is an example of multidrop wiring. Consult the multiplexer manual for complete wiring instructions. Figure 70 – Matrix-2000™ Multidrop Connection to a Mutiplexer 49

5 5.6 AUXILIARY RS232 INTERFACE The RS232 auxiliary interface is available for Point-to-Point, Pass Through or Master/Slave connections. When it is connected to the host computer it allows both transmission of code data and reader configuration by VisiSet™. The parameters relative to the aux interface (baud rate, data bits, etc.) as well as particular communication modes such as LOCAL ECHO can be defined through the Communication folder of the VisiSet™ utility program. The auxiliary interface is available on both D-sub connectors with the following pinouts: 9-Pin 25-Pin Name Function 2 21 TX Transmitted data 3 20 RX Received data 5 23 GND Ground MATRIX RX TX USER INTERFACE TXD RXD GND Ground SHIELD 20 21 23 1 Earth Ground Earth Ground Chassis Figure 71 - RS232 Auxiliary Interface Connections Using 25-pin Connector MATRIX 3 RX TX 2 USER INTERFACE TXD RXD 5 GND Ground Figure 72 - RS232 Auxiliary Interface Connections Using 9-pin Connector When the auxiliary interface is permanently connected as part of the system cabling, it is recommended to use the 25-pin connector and connect the cable shield as shown in Figure 71. CAUTION Avoid simultaneous connection to 25-pin and 9-pin signals of the auxiliary RS232 interface. CAUTION If Matrix-2000™ is connected to a CBX with a BM100 Backup Module, then the Matrix-2000™ 9-pin Auxiliary port connector cannot be used for communication (i.e. configuration through VisiSet™). In this case use the Auxiliary port 9-pin connector inside the CBX. 50

5 5.7 ETHERNET INTERFACE (MATRIX-21XX MODELS ONLY) The Ethernet Interface can be used for TCP/IP communication with a remote or local host computer by connecting the reader to either a LAN or directly to a host PC. The following is an example of a connection to a LAN using a straight through cable: RJ45 Modular Jack Pinout Pin Name Function 1 TX+ Transmitted data (positive pin) 2 RX+ Received data (positive pin) 3 TX- Transmitted data (negative pin) 6 RX- Received data (negative pin) 4, 5, 7, 8 NC Not connected MATRIX 5 LAN 3 4 2 1 6 5 3 4 2 1 6 7 8 7 8 RX+ TX- TX+ RX- n. c. n. c. n. c. n. c. n. c. = not connected Figure 73 - Straight-Through Cable The following is an example of direct connection to a PC using a crossover cable: MATRIX 5 HOST PC 3 4 2 1 6 5 1 4 6 3 2 7 8 7 8 RX+ TX- TX+ RX- n. c. n. c. n. c. n. c. n. c. = not connected Figure 74 - Crossover Cable 51

5 On the Matrix-2000™ Ethernet interface the following communication channels are available: • Data Socket • Image Socket • Image FTP Client • HTTP Server • Email Client • Ethernet IP For further details refer to the Ethernet Folder in the VisiSet™ Help On Line and to the "Matrix Ethernet Service Guide.pdf" document provided as supplementary documentation. 5.8 INPUTS There are two optocoupled polarity insensitive inputs available on the 25-pin connector of the reader: Input 1 (External Trigger) and Input 2, a generic input: The External Trigger can be used in One Shot Mode or in Phase Mode. Its main functions are: • acquisition trigger in One Shot Mode • reading phase-ON/reading phase-OFF command in Phase Mode The main functions of the general purpose Input 2 are: • second external trigger in Phase Mode • match code storage command when the Match Code option is enabled The electrical features of both inputs are: INPUT | V AB | Min. | V AB | Max. I IN Max. Open 0 V 2 V 0 mA Closed 4.5 V 30 V 10 mA The active state of these inputs are selected in software. An anti-disturbance filter (debounce filter) is implemented in software on both inputs and is software programmable to filter in the range from 500 microseconds to 10 milliseconds. Refer to the Digital I/O folder in the VisiSet™ Help On Line for further details. These inputs are optocoupled and can be driven by both NPN and PNP type commands. NOTE Polarity insensitive inputs assure full functionality even if pins A and B are exchanged. 52

5 The connections are indicated in the following diagrams: Pin Name Function 9 Vdc Power Supply input voltage + 18 I1A External Trigger A (polarity insensitive) 19 I1B External Trigger B (polarity insensitive) 25 GND Power Supply input voltage - When current flows through the I1A-B input (External Trigger), the yellow TRIG LED (Figure A, 6) is on. EXTERNAL TRIGGER INPUT PNP PH-1 Vdc GND I1A I1B PNP PH-1 wires Matrix-2000™ 18 19 25 (brown) +10-30 Vdc (black) NO (blue) 0 V VCC ~ ~ + - 9 Figure 75 - External Trigger Using PNP PH-1 Photocell EXTERNAL TRIGGER INPUT CONNECTIONS USING MATRIX-2000™ POWER EXTERNAL TRIGGER Matrix-2000™ 18 19 9 25 Ground V Signal VCC ~ ~ + - Vdc GND I1A I1B Figure 76 – External Trigger PNP Using Matrix-2000™ Power EXTERNAL TRIGGER Matrix-2000™ Signal 18 19 9 25 Ground V VCC ~ ~ + - Vdc GND I1A I1B Figure 77 - External Trigger NPN Using Matrix-2000™ Power 53

5 EXTERNAL TRIGGER INPUT CONNECTIONS USING EXTERNAL POWER Matrix-2000™ EXTERNAL TRIGGER Vext 30 Vdc max. 18 19 VCC ~ ~ + - V Signal I1A I1B I in Figure 78 - External Trigger PNP Using External Power Matrix-2000™ EXTERNAL TRIGGER Vext 30 Vdc max. 18 19 Signal V VCC ~ ~ + - I1A I1B Figure 79 - External Trigger NPN Using External Power Pin Name Function 9 Vdc Power Supply input voltage + 6 I2A Input 2 A (polarity insensitive) 10 I2B Input 2 B (polarity insensitive) 25 GND Power Supply input voltage - INPUT 2 CONNECTIONS USING MATRIX-2000™ POWER INPUT DEVICE Matrix-2000™ 6 10 9 25 Ground V Signal VCC ~ ~ + - Vdc GND I2A I2B Figure 80 - Input PNP Using Matrix-2000™ Power INPUT DEVICE Matrix-2000™ Signal 6 10 9 25 Ground V VCC ~ ~ + - Vdc GND I2A I2B Figure 81 - Input NPN Using Matrix-2000™ Power 54

5 INPUT 2 CONNECTIONS USING EXTERNAL POWER Matrix-2000™ INPUT DEVICE Vext 30 Vdc max. 6 10 VCC ~ ~ + - V Signal I2A I2B I in Figure 82 - Input PNP Using External Power Matrix-2000™ INPUT DEVICE Vext 30 Vdc max. 6 10 Signal V VCC ~ ~ + - I2A I2B Figure 83 - Input NPN Using External Power 5.9 OUTPUTS Three opto-coupled general purpose outputs are available on the 25-pin connector. The meaning of the three outputs can be defined by the user. They are typically used either to signal the data collection result or to control an external lighting system. The pinout is the following: Pin Name Function 8 O1+ Configurable digital output 1 - positive pin 22 O1- Configurable digital output 1 - negative pin 11 O2+ Configurable digital output 2 - positive pin 12 O2- Configurable digital output 2 - negative pin 16 O3+ Configurable digital output 3 - positive pin 17 O3- Configurable digital output 3 - negative pin The electrical features of the three outputs are the following: OUTPUT ILoad VOut Open 0 mA 30 Vdc Max Closed 10 mA 1.8 Vdc Max PD = VOut × IoLoad = 170 mW Max. By default, Output 1 is associated with the Partial Read and No Read events, which activates when the code(s) signaled by the external trigger are not decoded, and Output 2 is associated with the Complete Read event, which activates when all the selected codes are correctly decoded. Output 3, by default, is not associated with any event. 55

5 The output signals are fully programmable being determined by the configured Activation/Deactivation events, Deactivation Timeout or a combination of the two. Refer to the Digital I/O folder in the VisiSet™ Help On Line for further details. MATRIX-2000™ USER INTERFACE Vext 30 Vdc max + - I Load V Out Figure 84 - Open Emitter Output Connection MATRIX-2000™ USER INTERFACE Vext 30 Vdc max + - I Load V Out Figure 85 - Open Collector Output Connection 56

5 5.10 USER INTERFACE RS232 PC-side connections 1 5 9 6 9-pin male connector 13 25 14 1 25-pin male connector Pin Name Pin Name 2 RX 3 RX 3 TX 2 TX 5 GND 7 GND 7 RTS 4 RTS 8 CTS 5 CTS How To Build A Simple Interface Test Cable: The following wiring diagram shows a simple test cable including power, external (push- button) trigger and PC RS232 COM port connections. DB25-pin female 20 RX TX 21 Matrix-2000™ 13 25 Vdc GND 9-pin D-sub female GND TX RX PC 2 3 5 18 I1A Power Supply Power GND VS (10 – 30 VDC) Trigger I1B 19 Figure 86- Test Cable for Matrix-2000™ 57

6 6 TYPICAL LAYOUTS The following typical layouts refer to system hardware configurations. However, they also require the correct setup of the software configuration parameters. Dotted lines in the figures refer to optional hardware configurations within the particular layout. 6.1 POINT-TO-POINT In this layout the data is transmitted to the Host on the main serial interface. The RS232 auxiliary interface can be used for reader configuration by connecting a laptop computer running VisiSet™. Host Mode programming can be accomplished either through the main interface or the Auxiliary interface. In Local Echo communication mode, data is transmitted on the RS232 auxiliary interface independently from the main interface selection. When One Shot or Phase Mode operating mode is used, the reader can be activated by an External Trigger (for example a pulse from a photoelectric sensor) when the object enters its reading zone. Configuration PC PG6000 CBX CAB-Sxx Host 1 Matrix-2000™ 2 3 c Main Serial Interface (RS232 or RS485 Full-Duplex) d Auxiliary Serial Interface (Local Echo) (RS232) e External Trigger (for One Shot or Phase Mode) Figure 87 – Serial Interface Point-to-Point Layout NOTE Only one device at a time can be connected to the Matrix-2000™ Auxiliary port, either through the reader 9-pin connector, CBX 9-pin connector or CBX spring clamp connectors. 58

interface. Each reader transmits the messages received by the Auxiliary interface onto the Main interface. All messages will be passed through this chain to the host. When One Shot or Phase Mode operating mode is used, the reader can be activated by an External Trigger (for example a pulse from a photoelectric sensor) when the object enters its reading zone. Applications can be implemented to connect a device such as a hand-held reader to the Auxiliary port of the last reader in the chain for manual code reading capability. The Main and Auxiliary ports are connected as shown in the figure below: 2 1 2 1 1 Device#1 Device#2 Device#n 3 3 3 c Main Serial Interface (RS232 only) d Auxiliary Serial Interface (RS232) e External Trigger (for One Shot or Phase Mode) 2 Power Host Figure 88 – Pass-Through Layout 59

6 6.3 RS232 MASTER/SLAVE The RS232 master/slave connection is used to collect data from several readers to build either a multi-point or a multi-sided reading system; there can be one master and up to 9 slaves connected together. The Slave readers use RS232 only on the main and auxiliary serial interfaces. Each slave reader transmits the messages received by the auxiliary interface onto the main interface. All messages will be passed through this chain to the Master. The Master reader is connected to the Host on the RS232/RS485 main serial interface. There is a single reading phase and a single message from the master reader to the Host computer. In this layout the Master operating mode can be set only to Phase Mode. The Phase ON/OFF signals must be brought only to the Master. It is not necessary to bring them to the Slave readers. The main and auxiliary ports are connected as shown in the figure below. 2 1 2 1 1 Slave#1 Slave#n 3 Power Master c Main Serial Interface (Slaves RS232 only) d Auxiliary Serial Interface (RS232) e External Trigger Host Figure 89 – RS232 Master/Slave Layout 60

main interface through a CBX connection box. Before proceeding with the connection it is necessary to select the MUX32 communication protocol and the multidrop address for each reader. 1 0 1 31 Host c Main Serial Interface (RS485 Half-Duplex) d Auxiliary Serial Interface (Local Echo) (RS232) e External Trigger (for One Shot or Phase Mode) 3 3 2 2 Power 2 3 MX4000 Figure 90 - Multiplexer Layout The auxiliary serial interface of the slave readers can be used in Local Echo communication mode to control any single reader (visualize collected data) or to configure it using the VisiSet™ utility. Each reader has its own reading phase independent from the others. When One Shot or Phase Mode operating mode is used, the reader can be activated by an External Trigger (for example a pulse from a photoelectric sensor) when the object enters its reading zone. 61

6 6.5 ETHERNET CONNECTION (MATRIX-21XX MODELS ONLY) For Matrix-21XX models, the Ethernet connection is possible in two different layouts. In both layouts, before proceeding with the connection, it is necessary to configure the reader Ethernet parameters via VisiSet™. For further details, see the Ethernet Folder in the VisiSet™ Help On Line. In a Point-to-Point layout the reader is connected to a local host by using a cable with a crossover adapter. Crossover Adapter CBX Host CAB-Sxx PG 6000 3 2 c Ethernet Interface (with Crossover Adapter) d Auxiliary Serial Interface (Local Echo) (RS232) e External Trigger (for One Shot or Phase Mode) 1 Matrix-2000™ Figure 91 - Ethernet Point-to-Point Layout 62

network by using straight through cables: Matrix-2000™ CBX Host NETWORK Power CAB-Sxx 1 2 3 c Ethernet Interface (Straight Through Cables) d Auxiliary Serial Interface (Local Echo) (RS232) e External Trigger (for One Shot or Phase Mode) Figure 92 - Ethernet Network Layout 63

7 7 READING FEATURES 7.1 READING DISTANCE AND FOV The following figures represent the Reading Distance and Field of View (FOV) based on the Matrix-2000™ model. Position the reader so that the distance from the reading window to the code surface is that indicated in the figure below for your model. 60 mm code surface 17 x 13 mm FOV (0.67 x 0.51 in) 2X11 UHD (2.36 in) focus distance 85 mm code surface FOV 25 x 19 mm 2X21 HD (3.35 in) (0.98 x 0.75 in) focus distance 115 mm code surface (1.34 x 1.02 in) FOV 34 x 26 mm (4.53 in) focus distance 2X31 SD 2X41 LD 80 mm 54 x 40 mm (2.13 x 1.57 in) FOV code surface (3.15 in) focus distance (3.74 x 2.75 in) focus distance (6.3 in) 160 mm FOV code surface 95 x 70 mm 2X51 MR code surface focus distance (19.7 in) 500 mm (4.33 x 3.23 in) 110 x 82 mm FOV 2X61 LR Figure 93 – VGA Model Positioning 64

local Datalogic distributor. All distances indicated from the reading window to the code surface are the same for 90° models. READING FEATURES Frame Rate Up to 60 frames/sec. with VGA images Readable Codes per Frame Up to 100 Pitch 10° - 35° Tilt 0° - 360° Reading Distance (3) mm (in) MODELS Focus Distance mm (in) Field of View (1) mm (in) ppi(2) Typ. Linear and Stacked Code Resolution mm (mils) Typ. 2D Code Resolution mm (mils) min. max. 2X11 UHD 60 (2.36) 17 × 13 (0.67 × 0.51) 955 0.10 (4) 0.13 (5) 51 (2.00) 74 (2.91) 2X21 HD 85 (3.35) 25 × 19 (0.98 × 0.75) 653 0.10 (4) 0.19 (7.5) 78 (3.07) 93 (3.66) 2X31 SD 115 (4.53) 34 × 26 (1.34 × 1.02) 478 0.15 (6) 0.25 (10) 100 (3.94) 130 (4.53) 2X41 LD 80 (3.15) 54 x 40 (2.13 × 1.57) 300 0.20 (8) 0.38 (15) 70 (2.76) 105 (4.13) 2X51 MR 160 (6.29) 95 × 70 (3.74 × 2.75) 170 0.30 (12) 0.60 (24) 120 (4.72) 220 (8.66) 2X61 LR 500 (19.69) 110 × 82 4.33 × 3.23) 148 0.30 (12) 0.60 (24) 430 (16.93) 570 (22.44) (1) @ Focus Distance (2) Pixels per inch @ Focus Distance (3) Measurement Conditions: • Test Chart: provided with the reader • Still code at the center of the FOV • Code Symbology: Data Matrix ECC 200 • Code Resolution: Max. 2D Code Resolution • Tilt Angle: 45° • Skew Angle: 15° • Image Processing Mode: Advanced Code Setting Depending on the code resolution, symbology and number of characters in the code, the Reading Area can be different from the FOV. 65

7 7.2 MAXIMUM LINE SPEED CALCULATION The Exposure Time (or Shutter) parameter defines the time during which the image will be exposed to the reader sensor to be acquired. This parameter depends heavily on the environmental conditions (external lighting system, image contrast etc.). In general, a longer time corresponds to a lighter image but is susceptible to blurring due to the code movement; a shorter exposure time corresponds to a darker image. NOTE The following considerations must be applied only when the internal lighting system and 2D codes are used. The Maximum line speed allowed for linear codes or postal code reading applications heavily depends on the direction of symbol movement. When the direction of movement is parallel to the elements of the code, the maximum speed is greater. Assuming: • X: Code Resolution (mm) • Texp: Exposure Time (s) • LS: Line Speed (mm/s) The essential condition to avoid blurring effects between two adjacent elements in a dynamic reading application is: LS x Texp ≤ X The maximum (theoretical) line speed (LS) can be calculated as follows: X / Texp (min) = LS (max) Texp (min) is the minimum Exposure Time value obtainable for the specific application. It can be evaluated in static reading conditions and may depend on code printing quality, reader position, etc. Using the formulas previously explained it is possible to calculate the theoretical maximum line (target) speed expected for the application, based on the maximum code resolution and the minimum suitable Exposure Time value. The minimum Exposure Time value depends on the Matrix reader model selected for the application (internal lighting system, optical lens, diaphragm aperture, reading distance) and on any external lighting system. 66

lighting system. The possible values are: • Disabled: the built-in LED array is turned off all the time. This option can be useful if using an external lighting system; • Always ON: the built-in LED array is turned on all the time at the lowest power level. This option is useful if the LED-array blinking (Strobed operating mode) disturbs the operator. • Very High/High/Medium/Low-Power Strobed: the built-in LED array is on only during the image exposure time. Four different lighting levels can be set. NOTE To avoid LED array overheating, for Power Strobed settings, the program automatically limits the range of allowed values for the Exposure Time parameter. Therefore, after changes to Internal Lighting Mode, recheck Exposure Time. CAUTION: The maximum target speed in the application is affected by these conditions: • Code/Background Contrast: maximum speed decreases when decreasing image contrast (poor quality codes, reflective transparent coverings, different supports and printing techniques). • Code Resolution: maximum speed increases when decreasing code resolution (there is a decrement of overlapping effects between two adjacent elements). • Tilt Angle: maximum speed decreases when increasing Tilt angle (from 0 to 45 degrees). 67

8 8 SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION Software configuration of your Matrix-2000™ for static reading or simple code reading applications can be accomplished by the Rapid Configuration procedure using the onboard keypad Autolearning Configuration (which requires no external configuration program) or by using the VisiSet™ Autolearning Wizard for easy setup. These procedures are described in chapter 1. For all other applications use VisiSet™ through the reader serial ports (or Ethernet port for Matrix-21XX models only). NOTE Before using VisiSet™ via Ethernet, it is necessary to configure Matrix- 2000™ Ethernet port parameters using VisiSet™ via Main or Auxiliary serial port (for further details refer to the VisiSet™ Help on line). 8.1 VISISET™ SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS To install and run VisiSet™ you should have a Laptop or PC that meets or exceeds the following: • Pentium processor • Win 98/2000, NT 4.0, XP or Vista • 32 MB Ram • 5 MB free HD space • one free RS232 serial port with 115 Kbaud • SVGA board (800x600) or better using more than 256 colors 8.2 INSTALLING VISISET™ To install VisiSet™, proceed as follows: 1. Turn on the Laptop or PC that will be used for configuration (connected to the Matrix- 2000™ communication ports). 2. After Windows finishes booting, insert the CD-ROM provided. 3. Launch VisiSet™ installation by clicking Install. 4. Follow the instructions in the installation procedure. 68

software configuration as follows: 1. Power on the Matrix-2000™ reader. Wait for the reader startup. The system bootstrap requires a few seconds to be completed. The reader automatically enters Run Mode. 2. Run the VisiSet™ program. 3. Press Connect on the VisiSet™ menu bar. The PC will automatically connect to the Matrix-2000™ reader. Upon connection, Matrix-2000™ exits Run Mode and displays the Main Menu on VisiSet™ with all the commands necessary to monitor your reader's performance. You can select these commands using the mouse or by pressing the key corresponding to the letter shown on the button. See Figure 94. Menu Bar Terminal Window Commands Window Status Bar Figure 94 - Main Window 69

8 8.3.1 VisiSet™ Options The Options item from the VisiSet™ menu (see Figure 94) presents a window allowing you to configure: − the logging function (Log) − VisiSet™ window properties (Environment) − VisiSet™ communication channel (Communication) Figure 95 - Options - Log Figure 96 - Options - Environment 70

Figure 98 - Options – Communication: Ethernet 71

8 8.4 CONFIGURATION Once connected to Matrix-2000™ as described in par. 8.3, you can modify the configuration parameters as follows: 1. Press the Calibration Tool button from the Main Menu. Matrix-2000™ will download its permanent memory configuration parameters with the default values (if it is the first time) to VisiSet™. The Calibration Tool window will be displayed together with the Parameter Setup window working in Interactive Mode (see par. 8.4.1 and par. 8.4.3). 2. Edit the Matrix-2000™ configuration parameters according to your application requirements. 3. Use the Calibration Tool to fine tune the reading performance. See par. 8.4.3. 4. Close the Calibration Tool window and disable the Interactive Mode by pressing the interactive button. 5. Save the new configuration to the reader permanent memory by pressing the Send button. 6. Close the Parameter Setup window and press Disconnect on the VisiSet™ menu bar (see Figure 94) or launch Run Mode from the VisiSet™ Main menu. Disconnect exits closing communication between Matrix-2000™ and VisiSet™, and causes Matrix-2000™ to enter Run Mode. The disconnected reader serial port is now available. Run command does not close communication between Matrix-2000™ and VisiSet™, and causes Matrix-2000™ to enter Run Mode. In this case the reader output messages are displayed on the VisiSet™ terminal and the statistics are displayed in the Statistics window (Statistics enabled). 72

The Parameter Setup window displays the configuration parameters grouped in a series of folders. Each parameter can be modified by selecting a different item from the prescribed list in the box, or by typing new values directly into the parameter box. By right clicking the mouse when positioned over the name of a specific Parameter or Group, a pop-up menu appears allowing you to directly manage that particular parameter or group. You can View the Selected Value for each parameter. You can Restore the Default Value of each parameter or of all the parameters of a group. Get Properties gives information about the parameter in the form of a pop-up hint that describes the default value and the range/list of valid values. The Short Help gives information about the parameter in the form of a pop-up hint. Parameter Single group/parameter management (right click) Parameter Group Figure 99 - Editing Parameters 73

8 Parameters to verify/modify: ‰ Operating Mode Sets the parameters which customize the reader operating mode starting from three main modes: One Shot: acquires a single image based on the selected value for the Acquisition Trigger and Acquisition Trigger Delay. Continuous: continuously acquires images with a rate up to the maximum allowable frame rate per second for the given sensor depending on the decoding time and the Region of Interest settings. Phase Mode: acquires images during the reading phase depending on the selected value for the Acquisition Trigger and Acquisition Trigger Delay. The Reading Phase-ON and Reading Phase-OFF events mark respectively the beginning and end of the reading phase. ‰ Calibration Calibrates the acquisition parameters to maximize the reading performance (see par. 8.4.3). ‰ Communication Configures the parameters relative to each serial port regarding the transmission, message formatting and string receiving. Any change to the VisiSet™ communication port parameters (baud rate, data bits, etc.) is effective as soon as the reader is disconnected from VisiSet™. ‰ Ethernet Sets the parameters related to the Ethernet interface and to its communication channels. ‰ Fieldbus Sets the parameters related to the External Fieldbus interface through the CBX500 and to its communication channels. ‰ Reading System Layout Allows configuring the device according to the desired layout: Standalone, or Master/Slave RS232 ‰ Image Processing Sets the image processing parameters shared by all available symbologies. ‰ 1D & 2D, Postal Codes Sets the characteristics of the code symbologies to be read. ‰ Data Collection Defines the code-collection parameters and the output message format. ‰ Digital I/O Configures the reader input/output parameters. ‰ Match Code Allows setting a user-defined code and relative parameters to which the read code will be compared (matched). ‰ Miscellaneous Sets the reader name and the saved image format. ‰ Symbol Verification Sets the parameters relative to the various specifications in the Standards which regulate code validation. ‰ LEDs And Keypad Sets the X-PRESS™ LED and Keypad parameters related to their selected Functions: Beeper, Autolearning, Positioning, etc. 74

reader by pressing the Send button. See Figure 99. For successive configuration of other readers or for backup/archive copies, it is possible to save the configuration onto your PC by selecting the Save Configuration File option from the File menu. From the File menu, you can also Save Configuration As Text File for a human readable version. Load Configuration File (available in the File menu) allows you to configure a reader from a previously saved configuration file (.ini). 8.4.2 Send Configuration Options The device parameters are divided into two main classes, Configuration and Environmental which are effected differently by the Send Configuration and Send Default Configuration commands. Configuration Parameters regard parameters that are specific to the device. These parameters are influenced by the Send Configuration and Send Default Configuration commands, that is they are overwritten by these commands. The same parameters are modified by the following "Send Configuration with Options" and "Send Default Configuration with Options" dialogs from the Device Menu: 75

8 Environmental Parameters regard the device Identity and Position in a Network (Master/Slave RS232, MUX32, Ethernet) and are not influenced by the "Send Default Configuration" and "Send Configuration" commands. This allows individual devices to be configured differently without affecting their recognized position in the network. The following is a list of the Environmental Parameters: READING SYSTEM LAYOUT - Device Network Setting - Number of Slaves MAIN PORT - Communication Protocol - Multidrop Address ETHERNET SYSTEM - Status - DHCP Client - IP Address - Subnet Mask - Gateway Address - DNS1 Address - DNS2 Address MISCELLANEOUS - Reader Name - User Name - Line Name 76

Configuration and Environmental parameters) to the new device. To do this select "Send Configuration with Options" from the Device Menu and check the Environmental Parameters checkbox: In order to return a device to its absolute default parameters including Environmental parameters, the following Send Default Configuration with Options" dialog must be used: 77

8 8.4.3 Calibration VisiSet™ provides a Calibration Tool to maximize the reading performance by tuning the acquisition parameters and the time of the delayed triggers. By selecting the Calibration Tool from the VisiSet™ Main Menu (F), the following window appears together with the Parameter Setup window: Figure 100 - Calibration OK This tool provides a "real-time" image display while Matrix-2000™ is reading. It also gives immediate results on the performance of the installed Matrix-2000™ reader. The Parameter Setup window works in Interactive Mode in order to cause each parameter setting to be immediately effective. NOTE If you want to save the temporary configuration to permanent memory, you must first close the Calibration Tool window. Then, you must disable the Interactive Mode and select the Permanent Memory option from the Send Configuration item in the Device menu. 78

Under-exposure: To correct this result it is recommended to change the following parameters in their order of appearance: 1. increase the Exposure Time (x 10 µs) 2. increase the Gain NOTE In general, a longer exposure time corresponds to a lighter image but is susceptible to blurring due to code movement. Exposure time is also limited by the Internal Lighting mode parameter. Longer esposure times can be set if the power strobe level is lowered. High gain settings may produce a grainy image that may affect the decoding process. Figure 101 - Example Under Exposure: Too Dark 79

8 Over-exposure: To correct this result it is recommended to change the following parameters in their order of appearance: 1. decrease the Gain 2. decrease the Exposure Time (x 10 µs) Figure 102 - Example Over Exposure: Too Light 80

To correct this result and have the code completely visible in F.O.V., it is possible to follow one or both the procedures listed below: • reposition the reader • use the Acquisition Trigger Delay by tuning the Delay Time (x100µs) Figure 103 - Example out of FOV 81

8 8.4.4 Multi Image Acquisition Settings When controlled variable conditions occur in the application, Multiple Image Acquisition Settings (up to 10), can be defined to create a database of parameter groups that handle each specific application condition. This database of pre-defined settings functions cyclically and therefore automatically improves system flexibility and readiness. For example, an application may have two stable but different lighting conditions which require different lighting options. One Image Acquisition Setting could enable and use an internal illuminator and a second setting could enable and use an external lighting system. These two groups will be used cyclically on each acquisition in order to automatically capture the correctly lighted image. Image Acquisition Settings are found in the VisiSet™ Calibration parameter setup menu. By selecting a different number and enabling its Status you can define the parameters for a new group. 8.4.5 Run Time Self Tuning (RTST) Run Time Self-Tuning (RTST) increases Matrix’s flexibility in the presence of uncontrolled variable conditions (lighting, code contrast, etc.) by automatically adjusting its acquisition parameters. Self Tuning Calibration In the Calibration parameter setup menu, the Self Tuning parameters manage the Image Acquisition Setting parameters dynamically. Self Tuning provides automatic adjustment in run time of different acquisition parameters (Exposure Time and/or Gain) for each captured image based on calculations performed on previous acquisitions. These dynamic settings will be used instead of the static settings saved in memory. From Not Readable to Readable For more details see the Matrix-2000™ Help On-Line. Self Tuning Image Processing In the Image Processing parameter setup menu, the Self Tuning parameters manage the Image Processing and Symbology related parameters. They perform different processing attempts on the same captured image according to the selected Self Tuning Mode parameter value: (Symbologies Only, Processing Modes Only, Decoding Methods Only, Code Contrast Levels Only, Image Mirroring Only, or General Purpose). For more details see the Matrix-2000™ Help On-Line. 82

In order to satisfy very high throughput applications, higher frame rates can be achieved using the powerful Region Of Interest Windowing parameters in the Calibration parameter setup menu. Region Of Interest Windowing allows defining a region or window within the reader FOV. The Top, Bottom, Left and Right parameters allow to precisely define the image window to be processed, visualized and saved. The frame rate is dependent on the number of lines (or rows) in the defined window. The smaller the window, the lower the frame period and consequently the higher the frame rate. In general the Image Processing time can be reduced by reducing the window dimensions. 83

8 8.4.7 Direct Part Marking Applications Decoding Method: Direct Marking For Data Matrix and QR code the Decoding Method parameter selects the decoding algorithm according to the printing/marking technique used to create the symbol and on the overall printing/marking quality. The Direct Marking selection improves the decode rate for low quality Direct Part Mark codes and in general for Direct Part Mark codes with dot peening type module shapes. Washed out and Axial Distortion Dot Peening On Scratched Surface Low Contrast Problem Background Problems Marked On Curved Shiny Surface Axial distortion Half moon effects Shiny surface, noisy background Low contrast, noisy background All the previous examples are successfully read selecting the Direct Marking Decoding Method. 84

used to successfully decode particular ink-spread printed codes (ex. direct part mark codes). A different filter can be applied to each Image Acquisition Setting. The Erode Filter enlarges the image dark zones to increase readability. Before - No Read After - Readable Erode The Dilate Filter enlarges the image white zones to increase readability. Before - No Read After - Readable Dilate The Close filter eliminates dark areas (defects) in the white zones of the image. The Open filter eliminates white areas (defects) in the dark zones of the image. 85

8 8.5 IMAGE CAPTURE AND DECODING By using the Capture Image and Decode Last Image functions from the VisiSet™ Main menu, you can get information about the image decodable codes in terms of Symbology, encoded Data, Position and Orientation, Decode Time and Code Quality Assessment Metrics. Figure 104 - Capture and Decoding Functions 8.6 STATISTICS Statistics on the reading performance can be viewed by enabling the Statistics parameter and selecting the View Statistics item in the File menu. One of three different windows appears depending on the operating mode. Refer to the VisiSet™ Help On Line for more details. Figure 105 - Code Statistics 86

reader. Dust, dirt, etc. on the window may alter the reading performance. Repeat the operation frequently in particularly dirty environments. Use soft material and alcohol to clean the window and avoid any abrasive substances. 87

10 10 TROUBLESHOOTING 10.1 GENERAL GUIDELINES • When wiring the device, pay careful attention to the signal name (acronym) on the CBX100/500 spring clamp connectors (chp. 4). If you are connecting directly to the Matrix- 2000™ DB25-pin connector pay attention to the pin number of the signals (chp. 5). • If you need information about a certain reader parameter you can refer to the VisiSet™ program help files. Either connect the device and select the parameter you’re interested in by pressing the F1 key, or select Help>Paramters Help from the command menu. • If you’re unable to fix the problem and you’re going to contact your local Datalogic office or Datalogic Partner or ARC, we suggest providing (if possible): Application Program version, Parameter Configuration file, Serial Number and Order Number of your reader. You can get this information while VisiSet™ is connected to the reader: the Application Program version is shown in the Terminal Window; the Parameter Configuration can be saved to an .ini file applying the File>Save Configuration File command in the Parameter Setup window; Serial Number and Order Number can be obtained by applying the respective command in the Tools menu. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Suggestion Power ON: the “POWER” LED is not lit. • Is power connected? • If using a power adapter (like PG6000), is it connected to wall outlet? • If using rail power, does rail have power? • If using CBX, does it have power (check switch and LED)? • Check if you are referring to the 25-pin connector or to the CBX spring clamp connectors. • Measure Voltage either at pin 13 and pin 25 (for 25-pin connector) or at spring clamp Vdc and GND (for CBX). One Shot or Phase Mode using the Input 1 (External Trigger) or Input 2: the ”TRIGGER” LED is not blinking while the External Trigger is switching. • Check if you are referring to the 25-pin connector or to the CBX spring clamp connectors. • Is the sensor connected to the Input 1 or Input 2? • Is power supplied to the photo sensor? • For NPN configuration, is power supplied to one of the two I1 or I2 signals (A or B)? • For PNP configuration, is one of the two I1 or I2 signals grounded (A or B)? • Are the photo sensor LEDS (if any) working correctly? • Is the sensor/reflector system aligned (if present)? • In the Digital I/O folder check the EXTERNAL TRIGGER or INPUT 2\Debounce Filter parameter setting. • In the Operating Mode folder check the settings for Reading Phase-ON, Acquisition Trigger and Reading Phase-OFF parameters. 88

using serial trigger source: the ”TRIGGER” LED is not blinking. • In the Operating Mode folder check the settings for Reading Phase-ON, Acquisition Trigger and Reading Phase-OFF parameters. • Are the COM port parameters (Baud Rate, Parity, Data Bits, Stop Bits, Handshake) correctly assigned? • In the communication folder, check the settings of Reading Phase-ON String, Acquisition Trigger String and Reading Phase-OFF String parameters. • Is the serial trigger source correctly connected? Phase Mode: the ”TRIGGER" LED is correctly blinking but no image is displayed in VisiSet™ Calibration Tool window. • Is the Phase frequency lower than the maximum frame rate? Continuous Mode: the ”TRIGGER” LED is not blinking. • Verify the correct software configuration settings. Any Operating Mode: the ”TRIGGER” LED is correctly blinking but no result is transmitted by the reader at the end of the reading phase collection. • In the Data Collection folder check the settings for the CODE COLLECTION, DATA FORMAT and STATISTICS parameter groups. Image not clear: • verify the Focus procedure Image focused but not decoded: • verify the Calibrate Image Density prodcedure. Reading: the reader always transmits the No Read Message • Perform the Rapid Configuration procedure in chapter 1. • Position the reader as described in par. 3.3, par. 7.1 and through the VisiSet™ Calibration Tool: − Tune the ACQUISITION TRIGGER DELAY, if the moving code is out of the reader field of view; − Set the Continuous Operating Mode if no external trigger source is available; − Tune the IMAGE ACQUISITION SETTING to improve the code image quality; − Check the parameter setting in Decoding, 2D Codes, 1D Codes, and Postal Codes folders; − View the full resolution code image to check the printing or marking quality. Communication: reader is not transmitting anything to the host. • Is the serial cable wiring correct? • If using CBX, be sure the RS485 termination switch is OFF. • Are the host serial port settings the same as the reader serial port settings? • In VisiSet™ Digital I/O folder, "COM" LED can be configured to indicate MAIN COM port TX or MAIN COM port RX. Communication: data transferred to the host • Are the host serial port settings the same as the reader serial port settings? 89

10 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Suggestion are incorrect, corrupted or incomplete. • In VisiSet™ Communication folder check the settings of Header and Terminator String parameters. • In VisiSet™ Data Collection folder, check the settings of DATA FORMAT parameter group. How do I obtain my reader Serial Number? • The reader Serial Number consists of 9 characters: one letter, 2 numbers, another letter followed by 5 numbers. • The reader Serial Number is printed on a label that is affixed on the bottom case near the reading window. • The Serial Number can also be obtained by selecting Tools/Get Reader Serial Number from the command menu in VisiSet™. A dedicated window will appear. How do I obtain my reader Order Number? • The reader Order Number consists of 9 numbers. • The reader Order Number can be obtained by selecting the Tools/Get Reader Order Number from the command menu in VisiSet™. A dedicated window will appear. 90