Cognex In-Sight 2000 - Introduction to In-Sight 2000

Installing the In-Sight 2000
1
Introduction
The In-Sight
TM
2000 is a compact, stand-alone machine vision system for automated inspection
and process control. The In-Sight 2000 can acquire, display, and process images, and can
also control lights and communicate with other production equipment. This innovative system
features a built-in spreadsheet interface and vision software that greatly simplify the task of
developing, operating, and maintaining vision applications.
The In-Sight 2000 has many applications for inspection, quality control, and factory automation.
After integrating the system with other equipment, the In-Sight 2000 runs continuously in the
production environment.
This manual provides detailed information related to installing the In-Sight 2000 and testing the
installation. This information appears in the following sections:
G Package Contents
G Precautions
G Installation
G Specifications
Other resources with information about the In-Sight 2000 and its spreadsheet interface include:
• Getting Started with the In-Sight, Cognex P/N 590-6280 (English), 590-6280F (French), or
590-6280J (Japanese)
• In-Sight Guide and Reference, an on-line HTML Help file provided on the In-Sight
CD-ROM.
• In-Sight computer-based tutorials provided on CD-ROM with In-Sight starter accessories
kits.
• The In-Sight Online Support and Learning Center
(www.cognex.com/insight/support/support/).
Note: Only registered In-Sight users have access to the In-Sight Online Support
and Learning Center website.