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MICRO-EPSILON confocalDT 2421 - User Manual

MICRO-EPSILON confocalDT 2421
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MICRO-EPSILON confocalDT 2421 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMICRO-EPSILON
ModelconfocalDT 2421
CategoryController
LanguageEnglish

Summary

General Information and Safety

Document Symbols Explained

Explains document symbols like CAUTION, NOTICE, user action, and tips.

Safety Warnings and Precautions

Provides critical safety warnings for electrical connections, handling, and fiber optics to prevent damage.

Intended Use and Application

Defines the system's application in industrial environments for displacement and thickness measurement.

Environmental and Operating Conditions

Outlines environmental conditions, protection classes, temperature, and humidity limits for operation.

Technical Glossary and Abbreviations

Defines key technical terms and abbreviations used in the manual.

System Design and Connection

Optical Fiber Sensor Cable Handling

Provides guidelines for handling and connecting the optical fiber sensor cable to prevent damage.

General Cable and Connector Rules

Lists critical rules for handling connectors, cables, and optical fibers to avoid contamination and breakage.

Sensor Mounting and Adapter Compatibility

Explains how to mount sensors using adapters and lists compatible sensor-adapter combinations.

Screw Terminal Pin Assignments

Details the pin assignments and functions for analog output, digital I/O, and power terminals.

Controller Status and Interface

RS422 Interface Specifications

Describes the RS422 interface characteristics, termination, and pin assignments.

Controller LED Status Meanings

Explains the status indicated by LEDs for Power, Status, Intensity, and Range sensors.

Controller Operations

Multifunction Button Operations

Explains the functions and actuation times of the controller's multifunction button.

Start of Measuring Range (SMR)

Defines the Start of Measuring Range (SMR) as the minimum sensor-to-target distance.

Initial System Operation

Initial Setup and IP Configuration

Details initial system readiness, warm-up time, and IP address querying using sensorTOOL.

Accessing the Controller Web Interface

Instructions on connecting to the controller via its web interface using sensorTOOL.

Selecting the Correct Sensor

Guides users on selecting the appropriate sensor for a specific channel in the settings.

Measurement Calibration and Positioning

Performing Dark Reference Calibration

Step-by-step guide for performing the dark reference procedure for accurate measurements.

Optimal Target Positioning

Instructions on how to position the target centrally within the measuring range for optimal results.

Measurement Configuration

Selecting Measurement Presets

Details how to choose and apply measurement presets for different target surfaces.

Signal Analysis and Quality

Verifying the Video Signal

Procedures for checking the video signal, adjusting exposure, and switching between sensor channels.

Optimizing Measurement Signal Quality

Tips on adjusting measurement dynamics for improved signal quality and accuracy.

Distance Measurement Interface

Sensor and Target Alignment for Measurement

Guides on perpendicular alignment of the sensor and positioning the target for distance measurement.

Distance Measurement Web Interface Controls

Describes the elements and functions of the distance measurement web page display.

Distance Measurement Chart Features

Managing Measurement Chart Data

Covers pausing, saving, scaling, and displaying data on the chart.

Interpreting Signal Data on Chart

Explains how to interpret signals via mouseover, bar charts, and signal visibility.

Transparent Thickness Measurement

Transparent Thickness Measurement Principle

Details how thickness is derived from two surface reflections and distance calculations.

Preset and Material Setup for Thickness

Guides on selecting the thickness preset and specifying target material properties.

Thickness Measurement Video Signal

Interpreting Thickness Measurement Video Signal

Explains how to interpret the video signal, noting two peaks for transparent materials.

Thickness Measurement Chart

Visualizing Thickness Measurement Data

Describes how to view calculated distances, thickness, and optional intensities on the chart.

Interface and Network Configuration

RS422 Interface Details

Details the baud rate, data format, and termination for the RS422 interface.

Ethernet Communication Protocols

Explains Ethernet transmission rates and data transfer protocols for measurement values.

Selecting Data Output Signals

Describes how to select and output data for RS422 and Ethernet interfaces.

Configuring IP Address and Gateway

Guides on setting the gateway and assigning a new IP address for network connection.

Service and Warranty

Service, Repair, and Return Procedures

Instructions for saving settings, returning defective parts, and contacting MICRO-EPSILON.

Material Defects Liability and Warranty

Details the 12-month warranty period, repair policy, and exclusions for material defects.