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2015-07
58
OPC / OPD / OPE
Appendix
11 Appendix
11.1 Network Interface
The network interface is used to transfer data (parameters, images, software
updates) and commands in both directions (host to sensor, and sensor to host).
XML strings are used to transfer parameters, commands, and results.
Figure 11.1 Network interface XML-Stings
Communication is via TCP/IP using port 50005. The default IP address is
192.168.2.3.
Each data packet consists of a preheader and the actual data:
11.2 Software Interface
A .NET 2.0-based software interface is provided for easy integration with PC
software. This software interface takes the form of DLLs and handles the
communication with the sensor. Integrate the DLLs into the programming
environment and run the programming lines indicated.
Preheader (length: 12 bytes) Data (length varies)
Host
computer
Sensor
parameters (XML-based)
Commands (XML-based)
Results (XML-based)
Data (picture)
Firmware update

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