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SICK Ranger E User Manual

SICK Ranger E
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REFERENCE MANUAL
Ranger E/D
MultiScan 3D camera with Gigabit Ethernet (E)
3D camera with Gigabit Ethernet (D)

Table of Contents

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SICK Ranger E Specifications

General IconGeneral
Type3D camera
Power Supply24 V DC
Light sourceLaser
Field of viewVaries by model
Measurement RangeVaries by model
Z-rangeVaries by model
AccuracyVaries by model
InterfaceGigE
Operating temperature0°C to 45°C

Summary

Introduction

Overview

Measuring with the Ranger

Explains how the Ranger measures objects using cross-sections and profiles.

Mounting the Ranger

Discusses critical factors for mounting and illumination for robust vision systems.

Configuring the Ranger

Details the process of configuring the Ranger for proper measurements and quality.

Developing Applications

Outlines the process of writing applications to analyze and use Ranger data using APIs.

Triggering

Explains the two external signal methods for triggering Ranger measurements: Enable and Pulse.

Mounting Rangers and Lightings

Range (3D) Measurement

Details range measurement using triangulation with line-projecting lasers.

Intensity and Scatter Measurements

Discusses measuring light reflection for gloss, surface structure, and color properties.

MultiScan

Explains separating light sources for simultaneous measurements on different sensor parts.

Color Measurements

Covers setup guidelines for color data acquisition, including geometry and illumination.

Light sources for Color and Gray Measurements

Lists typical light sources and their spectral properties for imaging applications.

Configuring Ranger E and D

Selecting Configurations and Components

Explains the two modes (Image, Measurement) and components for Ranger setup.

Setting Region-of-Interest

Defines the ROI, specifying columns and rows to optimize measurement rate and focus.

Different Triggering Concepts

Details common triggering situations for various application types (continuous, discrete, etc.).

Enable Triggering

Explains using the Enable input for triggering profile capture, synchronizing with switches.

Pulse Triggering Using an Encoder

Describes pulse triggering via encoder for precise scan measurements based on movement.

Setting Exposure Time

Discusses cycle time and exposure time settings affecting profile rate and sensor exposure.

Range Measurement Settings

Details methods for locating laser lines in columns for range measurement.

Details on 3D Profiling Algorithms

Provides basic information on how measurement algorithms work, including laser impact position.

Color Data Acquisition

Explains measuring red, green, blue light and adjusting channels for quality color images.

Calibration

Covers translating sensor coordinates to real-world coordinates using calibration.

Ranger D Parameters

System settings

Configures laser trigger output (Out2) for activation/deactivation and laser life.

Ethernet Settings

Sets up communication parameters like redundancy and package size for Ethernet.

Image Configuration

Configures the Ranger as a 2D camera for evaluation, including ROI settings.

Measurement Configuration

Sets up parameters for 3D measurements, including triggering and cycle time.

Ranger E Parameters

System settings

Configures laser trigger output (Out2) for activation/deactivation and laser life.

Ethernet Settings

Sets up communication parameters like redundancy and package size for Ethernet.

Image Configuration

Configures the Ranger as a 2D camera for evaluation, including ROI settings.

Measurement Configuration

Sets up parameters for measurements, including triggering, cycle time, and components.

Measurement Components

Details the various built-in measurement methods (components) for Ranger E.

iCon API

Connecting to an Ethernet Camera

Steps to set up an application by connecting Camera and FrameGrabber objects.

Retrieving Measurement Data

Explains how applications retrieve data via IconBuffers, scans, and profiles.

Changing Camera Configuration

Details methods for changing camera configuration via parameter files or single values.

Error Handling

Describes how to handle asynchronous errors reported by the API using an ErrorHandler.

Calibration and Post Processing of Buffers

Discusses using iCon Filter classes for calibration, rectification, and color processing.

Hardware Description

Sensor

Details the M12 Smart Vision Sensor, its architecture, and resolution.

Electrical Connections

Describes the M12 and RJ45 connectors, pinouts, and LED functions.

Technical Data

Provides detailed specifications for Ranger E and D models in tables.

Dimensional Drawing

Shows mechanical dimensions and mounting thread details for Ranger E and D.

Ranger E and D Models

Laser Safety

Laser Safety Classification

Explains laser classification standards (IEC, CDRH) and categories.

Classification

Details laser classification based on power and emission duration.

Recommended Network Card Settings

Receive Buffers

Recommended settings for receive buffers to manage data flow and prevent packet loss.

Jumbo Frames

Recommends Jumbo Frames for performance improvement and lower CPU usage.

TCP/IP settings

Specifies IP address and Net mask for recommended network configuration.

Recommended Switches

iCon Device Configuration

Update

Function to update the list of available devices in the configuration utility.

Configure camera

Dialog for changing the IP address of a selected device.

Upload camera firmware

Allows uploading new Camera Application and Camera FPGA firmware.

Connecting Encoders

Ranger E/D Power-I/O terminal

Laser Safety Key Box (ICT-B)

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