DataMan® Fixed-Mount
Readers Reference Manual2024 July 12
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Table of Contents
Legal Notices

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Table of Contents

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About This Manual

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Symbols8

Safety Information

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Warnings And Notices

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Mechanical Information

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DataMan 50 Reader Dimensions
DataMan 60 Reader Dimensions
DataMan 70 Series Reader Dimensions
DataMan 150 Reader Dimensions
DataMan 260 Reader Dimensions
DataMan 280 Reader Dimensions
DataMan 300 Series Reader Dimensions
DataMan 360 Series Reader Dimensions
DataMan 370 Series Reader Dimensions
DataMan 370 Series Reader with High Power Integrated Light (HPIL)
DataMan 370 Series Reader with High Power Illumination Accessory (HPIA)
DataMan 370 Series Reader with High Power Integrated Torch (HPIT)
DataMan 470 Series Reader Dimensions
DataMan 470 Reader with High Power Integrated Light (HPIL)
DataMan 470 Reader with High Power Illumination Accessory (HPIA)
DataMan 470 Reader with High Power Integrated Torch (HPIT)
DataMan 503 Reader Dimensions
Service Procedures
DataMan 50 Service Procedures
DataMan 60 Service Procedures
DataMan 70 Service Procedures
DataMan 150 and 260 Series Service Procedures

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Setting the Focus Position of a DataMan 150 or DataMan 260 Reader

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Changing from a 6.2 mm Lens to a 16 mm Lens on a DataMan 150 or DataMan 260 Reader

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Installing an Optical Filter

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Installing a Liquid Lens

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Changing to an Illumination with a Different Color

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DataMan 280 Installing and Changing Lenses

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DataMan 280 Installing C-Mount Lens

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DataMan 280 Changing 6.2 mm Lens to 16 mm Lens

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DataMan 280 Installing High Speed Liquid Lens

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DataMan 300 and 360 Series Service Procedures

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Replacing a 10.3 mm Lens

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Installing the 24 mm Liquid Lens Module

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Replacing a 16 mm (SHD) Lens

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Replacing a C-Mount Lens

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DataMan 370 and 470 Series Service Procedures

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Installing the Liquid Lens Module with High Power Integrated Light (HPIL)

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Replacing a 10.3 mm Lens

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Installing a Lens with High Power Illumination Accessory (HPIA)

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Installing High Power Integrated Torch (HPIT)

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Installing a C-Mount Lens

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Replacing a C-Mount Lens

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DataMan 503 Service Procedures

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Installing a C-Mount Lens

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MaintenanceReplacing the SD Card
Mounting Requirements
Mounting the DataMan 70 Reader
Mounting the DataMan 150 and 260 Reader

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Right-Angle Configuration

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Changing Orientation

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Mounting the DataMan 280 Reader
Mounting the DataMan 370 and 470 Reader
Grounding
Thermal and Environmental Requirements
DataMan 50, 150, 260, 300, 360, and 503 IP Rating
DataMan 60 and 70 IP Rating
DataMan 280, 370 and 470 IP Rating

Electrical Information

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DataMan 50 and 60 Discrete I/O Connector
DataMan 50 and 60 USB & Flying Leads I/O Cable
DataMan 50 and 60 RS-232 & Flying Leads I/O Cable
DataMan 50 and 60 Flying Leads Cable
DataMan 50 and 60 Digital Input Lines
DataMan 50 and 60 External Wiring Examples: Digital Input Lines
DataMan 50 and 60 Digital Output Lines
DataMan 50 and 60 External Wiring Examples: Digital Output Lines
DataMan 70 15 Pin Adapter Cable
DataMan 70 9 Pin Adapter Cable
DataMan 70 Serial IO Adapter (DMA-SERIALREST-ST)
DataMan 150 USB Cable
DataMan 70 and 150 Discrete I/O Connector
DataMan 70 and 150 RS-232 Cable
DataMan 150 Flying Leads Cable
DataMan 150 USB Connections
DataMan 150 RS-232 Connections
DataMan 150 Wiring the Basic I/O Module

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Output Wiring Example
Input Wiring Example
DataMan 150 Digital Input Wiring Diagrams
Current Sink Configuration
Current Source ConfigurationPNP Configuration
NPN Configuration
Dataman 150 Digital Output Wiring Diagrams
Sinking Outputs, Sourcing Inputs
Sinking Outputs, Sinking Inputs
Electrical Information
DataMan 260 Discrete I/O Connector
DataMan 260 Ethernet Cable
DataMan 280 Ethernet Cable
DataMan 150 and 260 Acquisition Triggering
DataMan 280 Acquisition Triggering
DataMan 260 High-Speed Output Lines
DataMan 260 High-Speed Output Wiring
DataMan 280 High-Speed Outputs
High Speed Output Wiring
DataMan 280 Discrete I/O Connector
CCBL-05-01 and CCB-PWRIO-05
CCB-M12x12Fy-xx
Dataman 300 5m RS-232 Connection Cable (CCB-M12XDB9Y-05)
DataMan 300, 360, 370, and 470 Series Readers Discrete I/O Connector
5m Breakout Cable (CCBL-05-01)
5m Breakout Cable (CCB-M12x12Fy-xx)
15m Breakout Cable (CCB-PWRIO-XX)
DataMan 300, 360, 370, and 470 Series Readers External Light Control
DataMan 300, 360, 370, and 470 Series Readers Power Requirements
DataMan 300, 360, 370, and 470 Series and DataMan 503 Readers Acquisition Triggering
DataMan 300, 360, 370, and 470 Series, and DataMan 503 Readers High-Speed Output Lines
DataMan 300, 360, 370, and 470 Series Readers High-Speed Output Wiring
DataMan 300 and 503 Ethernet M12 to RJ45 Cable (CCB-84901-y00x-xx)
DataMan 503 Discrete I/O Connector
5 m Breakout Cable (CCBL-05-01)
DataMan 503 RS-232 Serial Connector
DataMan 503 External Light Control
DataMan 503 High-Speed Output Wiring
DataMan 503 Power Requirements
Connecting the Encoder to a DataMan

Optics and Lighting

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DataMan 50 and 60 Reading Distances and Field of View
DataMan 70, 150 and 260 Reading Distances and Field of View

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DataMan 70, 150 and 260 Readers with a 6.2 mm Lens

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DataMan 150 or DataMan 260 Readers with a 16 mm Lens

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DataMan 280 Reading Distances and Field of View

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DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers Reading Distances and Field of View
Scan Map for DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers Using a 10.3 mm Lens
Scan Map for DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers Using a 16 mm Lens
Scan Map for DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers Using a 19 mm Lens
Scan Map for DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers Using a 24 mm Lens with Liquid Lens

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Scan Map for the DataMan 300 Series Readers with a 24 mm Lens with Liquid Lens

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Scan Map for the DataMan 360 Series Readers with a 24 mm Lens with Liquid Lens

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Scan Map for DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers Using a 25 mm Lens
DataMan 370 Series Readers Reading Distances and Field of View
Reading Distance and Field of View for DataMan 370 Series Readers with a 10 mm High-Speed
Liquid Lens
Reading Distance and Field of View for DataMan 370 Series Readers with a 16 mm High-Speed
Liquid Lens
Reading Distance and Field of View for DataMan 370 Series Readers with a 24 mm High-Speed
Liquid Lens
DataMan 470 Series Readers Reading Distances and Field of View
Reading Distance and Field of View for DataMan 470 Series Readers with a 10 mm High-Speed
Liquid Lens
Reading Distance and Field of View for DataMan 470 Series Readers with a 16 mm High-Speed
Liquid Lens
Reading Distance and Field of View for DataMan 470 Series Readers with a 24 mm High-Speed
Liquid Lens
DataMan 503 Readers Reading Distances and Field of View
Scan Map for DataMan 503 Series Readers Using a 16 mm Lens Module
Scan Map for DataMan 503 Series Readers Using a 25 mm Lens Module
Scan Map for DataMan 503 Series Readers Using a 35 mm Lens Module
CS-Mount Lens Characteristics
DataMan 503 CS-Mount Lens Characteristics
Internal Lighting
DataMan 50 and 60 Internal Lighting
DataMan 70, 150 and 260 Internal Lighting
DataMan 300, 360, 370, and 470 Series Readers Internal Lighting
Tuning

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External Lighting
DataMan 50 and 60 External Lighting
DataMan 50 and 60 Illumination Strobe Output
DataMan 50 and 60 External Load Strobe Output
DataMan 300, 360, 370, and 470 Series Readers External Lighting
External Light Mounting Brackets

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DataMan 50, 60, 300, 360, 370, and 470 External Lighting Duration
DataMan 503 External Lighting Duration

Operations Guide

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Trigger Modes
Self-Trigger
Manual
Burst

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Continuous
SinglePresentation
Package Detection Support
Test Mode
Code Training
Automatic Code Training for DPM Symbols
Image Buffering and Image Recording
Retrieving Buffered Images
DataMan Multi-Reader Sync Configuration

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Overview

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Primary Reader
Secondary Readers
Data Formatting
Limitations
Synchronized Acquisition

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Synchronized Acquisition for the DataMan 300, 360, 370, and 470

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Synchronized Acquisition for the DataMan 503

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Connecting the DataMan 503 Through the Synchronized Acquisition Cable

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Using C/CS-Mount Lenses
Aperture Setting
Selecting Optimum Focus
Optimizing Performance
Read Interval and Timeout Configuration
Optimizing Burst Trigger Parameters
Reducing DataMan Processing Requirements
Avoiding Reflections and Glare

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Application Guide

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Understanding Your Application Envelope
Tote ScanningSide ScanningSide Scanning (Large Field)
Print Verification (Carton Coding and Print & Apply)
Manual Presentation Scanning

Precautions

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About This Manual

About This Manual
The DataMan Fixed-Mount Readers Reference provides detailed information on the configuration and operation of DataMan
fixed-mount readers. It includes the following sections:lSafety Informationl

Mechanical InformationlElectrical InformationlOptics and LightinglOperationlApplication Guide

Symbols
The following symbols indicate safety precautions and supplemental information:
WARNING: This symbol indicates a hazard that could cause death, serious personal injury or electrical shock.

CAUTION: This symbol indicates a hazard that could result in property damage.

Note: This symbol indicates additional information about a subject.

Tip: This symbol indicates suggestions and shortcuts that might not otherwise be apparent.

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Safety Information
The DataMan 300, 360, 470, and 503 series readers have laser light.

If you need more information on the collection, reuse, and recycling systems, please contact your local or regional waste
administration.
You may also contact your supplier for more information on the environmental performance of this product.

Warnings And Notices
CAUTION: IP protection is ensured only when all connectors are attached to cables or shielded by a sealing cap.
Note: For product support, contact http://support.cognex.com.
CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may resultin hazardous radiation exposure.
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Do not attempt to service or repair this product - return it to Cognex for service.

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Do not permit anyone other than Cognex Corporation to service, repair, or adjust this product.

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Do not attempt to open or modify this device except as described in this document.

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Do not direct or reflect laser light toward people or reflective objects.

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Do not operate this device if it is damaged or if the covers or seals are missing or damaged.

This Laser Product is designated as Class 2 during all procedures of operation.
Wavelength

650 nmLaser power for classification< 1 mW

Beam Diameter< 3 mm at aperture

Divergence< 1.5 mrad

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Mechanical Information
This section provides information on various mechanical features of the DataMan 50, DataMan 60, DataMan 70, DataMan
150, DataMan 260, DataMan 300, DataMan 360, DataMan 470, and DataMan 503 series readers, such as dimensions, lensreplacement, mounting information, as well as thermal and environmental requirements.

DataMan 50 Reader Dimensions

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DataMan 60 Reader Dimensions

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DataMan 70 Series Reader Dimensions

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DataMan 150 Reader Dimensions
DataMan 150 dimensions in the straight configuration:

DataMan 150 dimensions in the angled configuration:

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DataMan 260 Reader Dimensions
DataMan 260 dimensions in the straight configuration:

DataMan 260 dimensions in the angled configuration:

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DataMan 280 Reader Dimensions
The following image shows the dimensions of DataMan 280, equipped with 6.2 mm lens:The following image shows the dimensions of DataMan 280 equipped with 16 mm lens:15

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The following images show the dimensions of DataMan 280, equipped with L-shaped extension.
6.2 mm lens version:

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16 mm lens version:

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DataMan 300 Series Reader Dimensions

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M3-5 (4x) mounting holes of the device2

M3-6 (4x) mounting holes for external illumination

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Illumination lights

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Operating buttons

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C-Mount Lens version

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DataMan 360 Series Reader Dimensions
DataMan 360 dimensions without lens and with C-mount and S-mount lens options:1

M3-5 (4x) mounting holes of the device2

M3-6 (4x) mounting holes for external illumination

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Operating buttons

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DataMan 370 Series Reader Dimensions

DataMan 370 Series Reader with High Power Integrated Light (HPIL)

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DataMan 370 Series Reader with High Power Illumination Accessory(HPIA)

DataMan 370 Series Reader with High Power Integrated Torch (HPIT)

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DataMan 470 Series Reader Dimensions
DataMan 470 Reader with High Power Integrated Light (HPIL)

DataMan 470 Reader with High Power Illumination Accessory (HPIA)

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DataMan 470 Reader with High Power Integrated Torch (HPIT)

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DataMan 503 Reader Dimensions

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Service Procedures
DataMan 50 Service Procedures
DataMan 50 supports three distance ranges. Perform the following steps to set the focus position:
1. Remove the screws, washers, lens cover and rubber part.

2. Set focus by positioning a coin into the lens cap slit and turning the coin. Do not use a coin thicker than 2 mm. If nocoin is available, use the edge of the back cover

3. Make sure that the sealing and the sealing surface are clean before reassembling the lens cover.
4. Line up the holes with the icons, and attach the rubber part to the front window.

5. Attach both to the housing and add the washers and screws.

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6. Tighten screws in the order shown below. The maximum torque for the cover screws is 5 N-cm (0.4 pound-inch).
The yellow arrow on the cover indicates the selected focus position.

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DataMan 60 Service Procedures
DataMan 60 can operate in one of three distance ranges. Perform the following steps to set the focus position:
1. Remove the lens cover.

2. Set the focus position to 45, 70, or 110: turn the lens cap clockwise (45->70->110) to focus to a larger distance; turnthe lens cap counter-clockwise (110->70->45) to focus to a shorter distance.
3. Reattach the front cover.

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DataMan 70 Service Procedures
DataMan 70 can operate in one of three distance ranges. Follow the steps below to set the focus position.
1. Remove the screws and the front cover.
DM70 with 6.2 mm lens

DM70 with 16 mm lens

2. Using a flathead screwdriver, set the focus position from the front. Always turn clockwise to focus to a larger distanceand counterclockwise to focus to a shorter distance.
DM70 with 6.2 mm lens

DM70 with 16 mm lensNote: If an optical filter has been mounted, first disconnect the DataMan 70 reader from power and remove theillumination module with the filter before adjusting the focus.

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3. Remount the front cover. Observing the tightening sequence below, tighten all four screws to 9 Ncm using a torquewrench.
DM70 with 6.2 mm lens

DM70 with 16 mm lensNote: The rib in the front cover must be oriented to the top side.

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DataMan 150 and 260 Series Service Procedures
Setting the Focus Position of a DataMan 150 or DataMan 260 Reader
DataMan 150 and 260 can operate in one of three distance ranges. Follow the steps below to set the focus position.
Note: The following steps describe service procedures for both the DataMan 150 and the 260 readers, but the images
show only the DataMan 260.
1. Remove the screws and the front cover.

2. Using a flathead screwdriver, set the focus position from the front. Always turn clockwise to focus to a larger distanceand counterclockwise to focus to a shorter distance.

Note: If an optical filter has been mounted, first disconnect the DataMan 150 or 260 reader from power andremove the illumination module with the filter before adjusting the focus.
3. Remount the front cover. Observing the tightening sequence below, tighten all four screws to 9 Ncm using a torquewrench.

Note: If you use an optical filter and the illumination was removed, remount the illumination module first andthen remount the front cover.
Note: The rib in the front cover must be oriented to the top side.

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Changing from a 6.2 mm Lens to a 16 mm Lens on a DataMan 150 or DataMan 260
ReaderPerform the following steps to change a 6.2 mm lens to a 16 mm lens on your DataMan 150 or 260 reader.
Note: Disconnect the DataMan 150 or 260 reader from power before changing lenses.
WARNING: This modification must be made in a dust-free and ESD safe area.
Note: The following steps describe service procedures for both the DataMan 150 and the 260 readers, but the images
show only the DataMan 260.
1. Remove the front cover: unscrew the four screws and take off the LED cover.

2. Remove the illumination module.

3. Unscrew the two Phillips head screws and remove the 6.2 mm lens mount.

4. Attach the 16 mm lens mount.

5. Fasten the two Phillips head screws to 0.06 Nm using a torque wrench.

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6. In the case of a manual focus lens, press the 16 mm lens cap onto the lens. The lens has 12 cutouts so it can belocked in steps of 30 degrees.

7. Attach the illumination board.

Note: Take care to attach the illumination with the right orientation.
8. Attach the extended front cover. Observing the tightening sequence below, tighten all four screws to 9 Ncm using atorque wrench.

Note: The rib in the front cover must be oriented to the top side.

Installing an Optical Filter
Perform the following steps to install an optical filter in the optics module of your DataMan 150 or DataMan 260 reader.
Note: Disconnect the reader from power before installing an optical filter.
Observe the following constraints on the filter:lDiameter (Ø): 12.3 mm<Ø<12.7 mmlThickness (t): 1.6 mm<t<2 mm filter

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Note: The following steps describe service procedures for both the DataMan 150 and the 260 readers, but the images
show only the DataMan 260.
1. Remove the front cover: unscrew the four M2x12 mm Phillips Pan head screws and take off the LED cover.

2. Insert the filter at the bottom side of the round opening in the transparent plastic part.

3. Push the top side of the filter firmly until it is sitting flat against the PCB.

Note: Use finger to push the filter in and then a q-tip to clean the filter, or use a q-tip to push the filter into place.

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4. Attach the front cover. Observing the tightening sequence below, tighten all four M2x12 mm Phillips Pan head screws
to 9 Ncm using a torque wrench.

Note: The rib in the front cover must be oriented to the top side.

Installing a Liquid Lens
Perform the following steps to install a liquid lens on your DataMan 150 or DataMan 260 reader.
Note: Disconnect the reader from power before installing the liquid lens.
Note: The following steps describe service procedures for both the DataMan 150 and the 260 readers, but the images
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1. Remove the front cover: unscrew the four M2x12 mm Phillips Pan screws and take off the LED cover.

2. Remove the illumination module.

3. Turn the lens cap to the 105 mm position.

4. Remove the lens cap from the imager lens by pulling it.

Note: Do not rotate the imager lens while the lens cap is removed. Otherwise, focus calibration will be lost.

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5. Attach the liquid lens accessory by aligning the 2x2 connectors of the liquid lens with the 2x2 sockets on the optics
mount.

6. Press the liquid lens onto the imager lens until you reach the stop.

7. Reattach the illumination.

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8. Attach the front cover. Observing the tightening sequence below, tighten all four M2x12 mm Phillips Pan screws to 9
Ncm using a torque wrench.

Note: The rib in the front cover must be oriented to the top side.
Note: The DataMan 150 and the DataMan 260 liquid lens must be calibrated after field exchange. This can bedone under Focus Settings in the DataMan Setup Tool. For more information, see the DataMan Questions
and Answers document. A reboot is required for the lens to operate with the new settings.

Changing to an Illumination with a Different Color
Perform the following steps to change the illumination.
Note: Disconnect the reader from power before changing to an illumination with a different color.
Note: The following steps describe service procedures for both the DataMan 150 and the 260 readers, but the images
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1. Remove the front cover: unscrew the four screws and take off the LED cover.

2. Remove the illumination module.

3. Attach a new color illumination module.

Note: Make sure you attach the illumination with the right orientation.

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4. Attach the front cover. Observing the tightening sequence below, tighten all four screws to 9 Ncm using a torquewrench.

Note: The rib in the front cover must be oriented to the top side.

DataMan 280 Installing and Changing Lenses
This section provides an overview about installing and changing different kinds of lenses:lInstalling a C-Mount Lens.

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Changing a 6.2 mm Lens to a 16 mm Lens.

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Installing a High Speed Liquid Lens.

Note: Use a Phillips screwdriver with drive size #1 for all Phillips screws that are reachable from the front side.
Note: Disconnect the reader from power before changing lenses or mounts.
CAUTION: Perform all lens modification procedures in a dust-free and ESD safe area.

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DataMan 280 Installing C-Mount Lens
1. Unscrew the four M2x12mm Phillips Pan head screws, then take off the metal cover from the reader.

2. Remove the illumination module.

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3. Unscrew the two M2x5mm Phillips head screws, remove the 6.2 mm lens mount and the 6.2 mm lens.

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4. Place the C-Mount cover on the front of the device, and tighten the screws.

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Observing the tightening sequence below, tighten all six M2 x 12 mm Phillips Pan screws to 12 Ncm using atorque wrench.

5. Place the lens cover adapter plate on the C-Mount cover, and tighten the screws.

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6. Thread the lens into the reader.

7. Screw the lens cover onto the lens cover adapter.

DataMan 280 Changing 6.2 mm Lens to 16 mm Lens
This section provides a step-by-step process for changing the 6.2 mm lens to a 16 mm lens on the reader.

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1. Unscrew the four M2x12mm Phillips Pan head screws, then take off the metal cover from the reader.

2. Remove the illumination module.

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3. Unscrew the two M2x5mm Phillips head screws, remove the 6.2 mm lens mount and the 6.2 mm lens.

4. Attach the 16 mm lens mount and lens, and screw in the two M2x5mm Phillips head screws. Focus, if necessary.

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5. Attach the 16 mm lens illumination module.

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6. Attach the 16 mm lens front cover.

Note: The rib in the front cover must be oriented to the top side.
Note:
Observing the tightening sequence below, tighten all four M2 x 12 mm Phillips Pan screws to 16 Ncm using atorque wrench.

DataMan 280 Installing High Speed Liquid Lens
This section shows the process of installing a liquid lens onto the DataManModel Number with a 6.2 mm lens.

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1. Unscrew the four M2 x 12 mm Phillips Pan head screws, then take off the metal cover from the reader.

2. Remove the illumination module.

3. Turn the lens cap to the 105 mm position.

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4. Carefully remove the lens cap from the imager lens.

Note: In order not to lose focus calibration, do not rotate the imager lens while the lens cap is removed.
5. Attach the liquid lens accessory by aligning the 2x2 connectors of the liquid lens with the 2x2 sockets on the optics
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6. Press the liquid lens onto the imager lens until you reach the stop.

7. Re-attach the illumination module.

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8. Re-attach the front cover.

Note: The rib in the front cover must be oriented to the top side.
Note:
Observing the tightening sequence below, tighten all four M2 x 12 mm Phillips Pan screws to 16 Ncm using atorque wrench.

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DataMan 300 and 360 Series Service Procedures
Replacing a 10.3 mm Lens
To remove and replace a 10.3 mm lens of a DataMan 300 or 360 series reader, perform the following steps:
WARNING: Disconnect the DataMan reader from power before continuing.
CAUTION: Do not leave the image sensor exposed to the environment.
Note: The following steps describe service procedures for both the DataMan 300 and the 360 readers, but the images
show only the DataMan 360.
1. Remove and retain the four screws at the corners of the front cover.

2. Remove the front cover. The first image shows a reader with a liquid lens attached to the 10.3 mm lens. The second
image shows a reader with a 10.3 mm lens only.

3. If you have a liquid lens module attached to your 10.3 mm lens, carefully disconnect the liquid lens module cable. If
you only have a 10.3 mm lens inserted, jump to step 5 of this procedure.
WARNING: Do not pinch or pull the cable.

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4. Loosen the lens locking ring and withdraw the module.

When reinstalling the module, observe the following precautions:l

Make sure that the liquid lens cable is not pinched, pulled or crimped during installation.

5. Loosen the locking ring and withdraw the lens.

When reattaching the front cover, tighten the screws in
the sequence shown below and observe a torque limit of
9 N-cm (0.8 Lb-In).

Installing the 24 mm Liquid Lens Module
The possible hardware configurations using a 24 mm liquid lens module with a DataMan 300 or 360 series reader is thefollowing: DM3xx-system + DM300-LENS-24LL + DM360-HPIL-RE-01 / DM360-HPIL-RE-P-01.
To install a 24 mm liquid lens module of a DataMan 300 or 360 series reader, perform the following steps:
WARNING: Disconnect the DataMan reader from power before continuing.
CAUTION: Do not leave the image sensor exposed to the environment.
Note: The following steps describe service procedures for both the DataMan 300 and the 360 readers, but the images
show only the DataMan 360.

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1. Attach the 24 mm Lens to the device by using the screw thread on the metal ring.

1. Insert the Liquid Lens cable into the connector of the device.

2. Attach the Liquid Lens to the front side of the 24mm Lens.

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3. Place the DM360-HPIL-RE-01 or DM360-HPIL-RE-P-01 unit on the front of the device.

CUSTOMIZED CAPTIVE SCREW, PHILLIPS PAN HEAD, M3x28mm
Note: The minimum peak current capacity of the power supply for the device and the DM360-HPIL-RE-01 /DM360-HPIL-RE-P-01 is 2 A per unit for the DataMan 300 and 2.2 A per unit for the DataMan 360.
Note: The DM360-HPIL-RE-01 or DM360-HPIL-RE-P-01 is also compatible with the 10.3 mm Liquid Lens. For
the 10.3 mm Liquid Lens, use CUSTOMIZED CAPTIVE SCREW, PHILLIPS PAN HEAD, M3x28mm.
4. Screw in the four screws.
Note: Use 0.2 Nm torque on the screws and tighten in sequence.

Replacing a 16 mm (SHD) Lens
To remove and replace a 16 mm (SHD) lens of a DataMan 300 or 360 series reader, perform the following steps:
WARNING: Disconnect the DataMan reader from power before continuing.
CAUTION: Do not leave the image sensor exposed to the environment.
Note: The following steps describe service procedures for both the DataMan 300 and the 360 readers, but the images
show only the DataMan 360.

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1. Remove and retain the four screws at the corners of the front cover.

2. Remove the front cover.

3. Remove the rubber lens-locking cone from the lens.

4. Remove the lens.

When replacing the lens, observe the following precaution:l

Avoid rotating the lens when you insert it. Press the rubber lens-locking cone into the reader until it snaps into
place inside the C-mount threads and around the nose of the 16 mm lens.

When reattaching the front cover, tighten the screws in the sequence shown and observe a torque limit of 9 N-cm (0.8
Lb-In).

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Replacing a C-Mount Lens
To remove and replace a C-Mount lens of a DataMan 300 or 360 series reader, perform the following steps:
WARNING: Disconnect the DataMan reader from power before continuing.
CAUTION: Do not leave the image sensor exposed to the environment.
Note: The following steps describe service procedures for both the DataMan 300 and the 360 readers, but the images
show only the DataMan 360.
1. Remove the front cover.

Note: Do not unscrew the front-most part of the nose of the cover to avoid risking the glass lens falling out.
2. Remove the screws from the C-mount cover base.

3. Remove the C-Mount cover base.

4. Remove the lens.

When replacing the lens, observe the following precaution:lWhen you attach the front cover, align the peg on the reader and the slot on the cover so that the cover locks in place.

When reattaching the C-mount cover base, tighten the screws in the sequence shown and observe a torque limit of 9 N-cm
(0.8 Lb-In).

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DataMan 370 and 470 Series Service Procedures
You can choose between a variety of different (High Speed) Liquid Lenses and C-Mount lens options to be installed on your
DataMan 370 or 470 series reader.
Assembly
DataMan 374 + HPIL

Instructions
Installing the Liquid Lens Module with High Power Integrated
Light (HPIL) on page 59

DataMan 474 + HPIL

DataMan 37x + HPIA

Installing a Lens with High Power Illumination Accessory(HPIA) on page 63

DataMan 47x + HPIA

DataMan 37x + HPIT

Installing High Power Integrated Torch (HPIT) on page 65

DataMan 47x + HPIT

DataMan 37x + C-Mount

Installing a C-Mount Lens on page 67

DataMan 47x + C-Mount

The following sections describe service procedures for both the DataMan 370 and the 470 series readers, but the images
show only the DataMan 370.

Installing the Liquid Lens Module with High Power Integrated Light (HPIL)
For possible hardware configurations using a liquid lens module with HPIL for DataMan 374 or 474, see the DataMan 370
Series Reference Manual and the DataMan 470 Series Reference Manual, respectively.
Tools needed:lWrench for lens locking ring (10.3 mm LL only - delivered by Cognex with Liquid Lens module)lPhillips screwdriver

To install a 10.3 mm or a 24 mm liquid lens module of a DataMan 374 or 474 reader, perform the following steps:
WARNING: Disconnect the DataMan reader from power before continuing.
CAUTION: Do not leave the image sensor exposed to the environment.
Note: The following steps describe service procedures for both the DataMan 374 and the 474 readers, but the images
show only the DataMan 374.

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1. Remove the adhesive protective film covering the threaded lens opening.

2. Attach the 24 mm Lens to the device by using the screw thread on the metal ring.

Insert an S-Mount adapter, thread the 10.3 mm Lens into the reader, and tighten the locking ring.

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3. Insert the Liquid Lens cable into the connector of the reader.

WARNING: To avoid equipment damage, the cables must be routed as shown in the figure.
4. Attach the Liquid Lens to the front side of the 24 mm Lens.

In case of the 10.3 mm Lens, attach the liquid lens module onto the nose of the lens.

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5. Place the HPIL unit on the front of the device.

CUSTOMIZED CAPTIVE SCREW, PHILLIPS PAN HEAD, M3x28 mm
6. Screw in the four screws.
Note: Use 0.2 Nm torque on the screws and tighten in sequence.

Replacing a 10.3 mm Lens
To remove and replace a 10.3 mm lens of a DataMan 370 or 470 series reader, perform the following steps:
WARNING: Disconnect the DataMan reader from power before continuing.
CAUTION: Do not leave the image sensor exposed to the environment.
Note: The following steps describe service procedures for both the DataMan 370 and the 470 series readers, but theimages show only the DataMan 470.
1. If you have a liquid lens module attached to your 10.3 mm lens, carefully disconnect the liquid lens module cable. If
you only have a 10.3 mm lens inserted, jump to step 3 of this procedure.
WARNING: Do not pinch or pull the cable.

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2. Loosen the lens locking ring and withdraw the module.

When reinstalling the module, observe the following precautions:l

Make sure that the liquid lens cable is not pinched, pulled or crimped during installation.

3. Loosen the locking ring and withdraw the lens.

Installing a Lens with High Power Illumination Accessory (HPIA)
For a list of lenses compatible with the HPIA, see the DataMan 370 Series Reference Manual and the DataMan 470 Series
Reference Manual, respectively.
Tools needed:lWrench for lens locking ring (10.3 mm LL only - delivered by Cognex with Liquid Lens module)lPhillips screwdriver (PH0)lPhillips screwdriver (PH1)

Note: The following steps describe service procedures for both the DataMan 370 and the 470 series readers, but theimages show only the DataMan 370.
To install a lens module of a DataMan 370 or 470 reader with HPIA, perform the following steps:
1. To install the lens, see:lInstalling a C-Mount Lens on page 67

lInstalling the Liquid Lens Module with High Power Integrated Light (HPIL) on page 59

lInstalling High Power Integrated Torch (HPIT) on page 65

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2. Place the HPIA on the front of the reader.

3. Insert the lens cover mounting plate into the HPIA and secure them to the reader using the four M3 screws.

M3 x 16 mm screws
Note: Use a 3 mm hex wrench to torque the screws to 0.34 Nm (3 in-lb). Tighten in sequence.

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4. Attach the C-mount lens cover to the front of the plate and secure it using the four M2 screws.

Note: For lenses that do not fit under the DM500-CMTLC-000 lens cover, you are required to use the DM500LNSEXT-000 lens cover extension.
M2 x 5 mm screws
Note: Use a Phillips Screwdriver (PH0) to torque the screws to 0.09 Nm (0.8 in-lb). Tighten in sequence.

Installing High Power Integrated Torch (HPIT)
For possible hardware configurations using HPIT with a DataMan 370 or 470 series reader, see the DataMan 370 Series
Reference Manual and the DataMan 470 Series Reference Manual, respectively.
Tools needed:l

2 mm Allen wrenchlPhillips screwdriver (PH0)Note: The following steps describe service procedures for both the DataMan 370 and the 470 series readers, but theimages show only the DataMan 370.
Perform the following steps to mount the HPIT to your DataMan 370 or 470 series reader:
1. Remove the adhesive protective film covering the threaded lens opening.

2. Add the small PCB into the light connector.

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3. Attach the DM470 HPIT adapter plate.

M3 x 6 mm screws
Note: Use a 2 mm hex wrench to torque the screws to 0.34 Nm (3 in-lb). Tighten in sequence.

4. Attach the lens module and fix the lens with the captive screws.

Note: Use a Phillips screwdriver (PH0) to torque the screws to 0,08 Nm (0.7 in-lb). Tighten in sequence.
l

Do not push or pull the lens at its barrel – push or pull on the metal housing.

l

Be careful not to touch the gear ring with the screwdriver.

5. Attach the light module.

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M3 x 6.35 mm captive screws
Note: Use a 2 mm hex wrench to torque the captive screws to 0.34 Nm (3 in-lb). Tighten in sequence.

6. Attach the front cover.

M3 x 12mm captive screws
Note: Use a Phillips Screwdriver (PH0) to torque the captive screws to 0.31 Nm (2.75 in-lb). Tighten insequence.

Note: Remove the adhesive protective film from the front cover after attaching it.

Installing a C-Mount Lens
Note: The following steps describe service procedures for both the DataMan 370 and the 470 series readers, but theimages show only the DataMan 370.

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Possible hardware configurations using a C-Mount lens with a DataMan 370 or 470 series reader:
System
DM370
DM470

Lens

Lens Part Number

12 mm F8

LEC-CFF12-F8

16 mm F8

LEC-CFF16-F8

25 mm F8

LEC-CFF25-F8

35 mm F8

LEC-CFF35-F8

40 mm F8

LEC-CFF40-F8

50 mm F8

LEC-CFF50-F8

C-Mount Cover(DM300-CMCOV)

Short C-Mount Cover(DM300-CMCOV-SH)

1. Remove the adhesive protective film.

2. Thread the lens into the reader.

3. Place the reader at the desired working distance from focus target.
Note: Make sure to set focus for the reader before fitting the lens cover.
a. Connect the reader to the DataMan Setup Tool.
b. Navigate to the Optimize Image pane, and on the Basic tab, click the triangle on the Live button to accessthe drop-down list, and check the Focus Feedback option.
c. Use the DataMan Focus Target template, available through the Windows Start menu or the DataMan Setup
Tool Help menu, to align the edge of the reader body to the line marked with the target distance used in yourapplication.

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4. Attach the C-Mount cover base.

5. Add the screws to the C-Mount cover base.

PHILLIPS PAN HEAD M2 X 6 mm
Note:
Tighten in sequence. Torque limit: 9 Ncm (0.8 in-lbs).

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6. Attach the front cover.

Note: Do not unscrew the front-most part of the nose of the cover to avoid risking the glass lens falling out.
7. Align the peg on the reader and the slot on the cover so that the cover locks in place.

Replacing a C-Mount Lens
To remove and replace a C-Mount lens of a DataMan 370 or 470 series reader, perform the following steps:
WARNING: Disconnect the DataMan reader from power before continuing.
CAUTION: Do not leave the image sensor exposed to the environment.
Note: The following steps describe service procedures for both the DataMan 370 and the 470 series readers, but theimages show only the DataMan 470.
1. Remove the front cover.

Note: Do not unscrew the front-most part of the nose of the cover to avoid risking the glass lens falling out.

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2. Remove the screws from the C-mount cover base.

3. Remove the C-Mount cover base.

4. Remove the lens.

When replacing the lens, observe the following precaution:lWhen you attach the front cover, align the peg on the reader and the slot on the cover so that the cover locks in place.

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DataMan 503 Service Procedures
Installing a C-Mount Lens
DataMan 503 ships with no lens installed. You must install a standard C-mount lens before using your reader.
For reading distances and field of view charts, see the DataMan Fixed-Mount Reference, available through the Windows
Start menu or the DataMan Setup Tool Help menu.
1. Remove the front cover, if attached, and lens cover.

Note: Remove the protective cover from the lens mount.
CAUTION: Do not leave the DataMan sensor exposed to the environment!
2. Insert and thread lens into the reader.

3. Align the peg on the reader and the slot on the cover, and re-attach it.

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4. Lock the cover in place.

MaintenanceReplacing the SD Card
The DataMan 370 and 470 series readers are equipped with a Micro SD card slot and an SD card is pre-installed for saving
backup and configuration files. In the unlikely event when a reader breaks down and needs to be replaced, complete thefollowing steps to clone the reader by replacing the SD card.
Note: The reader supports SD cards with a maximum capacity of 8 GB, formatted with a FAT32 file system.
CAUTION:l
Hot-plugging the SD card is not supported and may damage the SD card and/or lead to unexpected behavior.
The SD card has to be present already at the boot phase. Do not pull out the SD card during operation.
lObserve ESD precautions when installing or removing an SD card or other accessories.

1. Disconnect the reader from the power source.
2. Unscrew the screw(s) in the Micro SD card cover to open the card slot.
3. Remove the existing SD card from the Micro SD card slot.
4. Insert the SD card from the broken reader into the Micro SD card slot to clone the old reader. Ensure the card isproperly oriented.

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5. Replace the SD card cover and reinsert the screw(s).
Note: Torque the screw(s) to 0.18 Nm (25 in-oz). Tighten in sequence.

DataMan 370

DataMan 470

6. Restore power to the reader.

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Mounting Requirements
The DataMan 150, 260, 300, 360, 370, 470, and 503 series readers provide four threaded attachment points, located asshown in the previous sections:l

DataMan 70 Series Reader Dimensionsl

DataMan 150 Series Reader Dimensionsl

DataMan 260 Series Reader Dimensionsl

DataMan 280 Series Reader Dimensionsl

DataMan 300 Series Reader Dimensionsl

DataMan 360 Series Reader Dimensionsl

DataMan 370 Series Reader Dimensionsl

DataMan 470 Series Reader Dimensionsl

DataMan 503 Reader Dimensions

The attachment points have the following characteristics:l

M3 threadl

5 mm thread depthl

9 N-cm (0.8 Lb-In) maximum torque

CAUTION: Use all four attachment points when mounting your DataMan reader.

Mounting the DataMan 70 Reader
Mounting the DataMan 70 at a slight angle (15°) can reduce reflections and improve reader performance. Having a recess forscrew heads on the top and the bottom, the DataMan 70 allows for upside down mounting. Recommended fasteners and
nuts:

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Fastener: 2 x DIN 7985 M3x30 mm or DIN 912/ISO 4762 M3x30 mml

Nut: 2 x DIN 985 M3lMounting the DataMan 150 and 260 Reader
Mounting the DataMan 150 and the DataMan 260 at a slight angle (15°) can reduce reflections and improve reader
performance.

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Right-Angle Configuration

Changing Orientation
Perform the following steps to change between in-line and right-angle configuration.
Note:l

Switching between in-line and right-angle configuration is recommended only up to 10 times in the lifetime ofyour DataMan device.

l

Disconnect the DataMan device from power before changing the orientation.

WARNING: Make sure that no electrostatic charges are applied to the PCB. (For example, wear ESD shoes.) If themain module is separated from the I/O connector module, take care to assemble them correctly. Otherwise, the IP
rating can be compromised.

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1. Carefully remove the screw covers, threaded nuts and washers.
DataMan 150

DataMan 260

M2 Torx 10 CAP NUT
DIN 6798A M2 LOCKWASHER
2. Detach the main module and the I/O connector module by firmly pulling them apart.
DataMan 150

DataMan 260

3. Change the orientation.
Note: Make sure that the gasket is properly seated on the main module. Ensure that the flat gasket side is facing
away from the module
DataMan 150

DataMan 260

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Note: The flat side of the gasket (marked as "Front" in the image above) has to face outside.
WARNING: Do not touch any electrical component.
1. Reattach the I/O connector module to the main module.
DataMan 150

DataMan 260

2. Reinstall the washers and loosely fasten the modules together with the two T10 cap nuts, but do not tighten.
DataMan 150

DataMan 260

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3. After each cap nut has been fastened, torque to 0.12 Nm (1.06 in-lb) and reinstall the screw covers.
Note: There are unique left and right screw covers. Take care to attach them correctly.
DataMan 150

DataMan 260

Mounting the DataMan 280 Reader
The reader provides mounting holes for attachment to a mounting surface.
CAUTION: The reader has to be grounded, either by mounting the reader to a fixture that is electrically grounded or byattaching a wire from the reader’s mounting fixture to frame ground or Earth ground. If a ground wire is used, it has to be
attached to one of the four mounting points on the bottom plate of the reader and not to the mounting points on the frontof the reader.

Note:
Mounting the DataMan 280 at a slight angle (15°) reduces reflections and improves performance of the reader.

Mounting the DataMan 370 and 470 Reader
The accessory mounting bracket kit (DMBK-370-MNT for the DataMan 370 and DMBK-470-MNT for the DataMan 470)
includes the mounting bracket, four Phillips flat head M3 DIN 965 screws for attaching the reader to the mounting bracket and80Mechanical Information
four M6 DIN 912 (ISO 4762) screws for securing the bracket to a mounting surface.
CAUTION: It is recommended the reader be grounded, either by mounting the reader to a fixture that is electricallygrounded or by attaching a wire from the reader’s mounting fixture to frame ground or Earth ground. If a ground wire isused, it should be attached to one of the four mounting points on the back plate of the reader; not to the mounting points
on the front of the reader.
1. Align the holes on the mounting surface with the mounting holes on the reader.
DataMan 370

DataMan 470

2. Insert the M3x5, DIN 965 (4x) screws into the mounting holes.
Note: Use a 2.5 mm hex wrench to torque the captive screws to 0.60 Nm (5 in-lb). Tighten in sequence.
DataMan 370

DataMan 470

3. Align the mounting holes on the mounting plate with the M6 drop-in nuts and the M6, DIN 912 (ISO 4762) socket headscrew in the mounting surface.

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4. Attach the mounting bracket to the mounting surface using M6, DIN 912 (ISO 4762) socket head screws with M6drop-in nuts for OTS aluminum profiles.

Mounting the DataMan reader at a slight angle (15°) can reduce reflections and improve performance.
DataMan 370

DataMan 470

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GroundingIf you want to mount a DataMan fixed-mount reader to a bracket or a plate, make sure that those parts make a proper
connection to ground (PE). Cognex recommends that you use lock-washers between the mounting screws and the bracket toensure permanent ground conductivity.

If you want to mount your reader to an electrically isolated bracket, the reader needs to be individually grounded.
For this purpose, Cognex recommends that you connect at least one of the 4 mounting holes on the bottom of the device witha minimum 22 gauge grounding wire to system ground (PE). Use lock-washers to ensure a permanent and robust
connection.

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Thermal and Environmental Requirements
See the following table for thermal and environmental requirements:
Operating temperature

0 ºC — 40 ºC (32 ºF — 104 ºF)

Storage temperature-10 ºC — 60 ºC (-14 ºF — 140 ºF)

Maximum humidity

95% (non-condensing)

DataMan 50, 150, 260, 300, 360, and 503 IP Rating
The DataMan 50, 150, 260, 300, 360 series and 503 readers provide IP65 protection against dust and water intrusion. In
order to meet this rating, the following conditions must be met:l

All connectors must have cables connected or be sealed with protective plugs.

l

The reader front cover and lens cover must be correctly installed.

l

The requirements for temperature, vibration, and shock must be met.

DataMan 60 and 70 IP Rating
The DataMan 60 and 70 readers provide IP40 protection against dust and water intrusion. In order to meet this rating, thefollowing conditions must be met:l

All connectors must have cables connected or be sealed with protective plugs.

l

The reader front cover and lens cover must be correctly installed.

l

The requirements for temperature, vibration, and shock must be met.

DataMan 280, 370 and 470 IP Rating
The DataMan 280, 370 and 470 series readers provide IP67 protection against dust and water intrusion. In order to meet thisrating, the following conditions must be met:84

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All connectors must have cables connected or be sealed with protective plugs.

l

The reader front cover and lens cover must be correctly installed.

l

The requirements for temperature, vibration, and shock must be met.

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Electrical Information
DataMan 50 and 60 Discrete I/O Connector
The I/O cable provides access to trigger and high-speed outputs. Unused wires can be clipped short or tied back using a tie
made of non-conductive material. For RS-232, use the Power Supply return path for ground.
Note: GND (Pin 4) is connected to the reader housing, cable shield, and DB15 shell.
PIN

This is a male connector/plug.

Color

Signal1

Brown

Reserved

2

Green

TxD

3

Green/Black

RxD

4

Red and Brown/White

GND

5

Red/Black

DC+ (system power, 5-24 VDC)

6

Blue

RTS

7

Blue/White

Output-0

8White

Input-0

9White/Black

Input-1

10Light Blue

CTS

11

Light Blue/Black

Output-1

12

Light Blue/Yellow

Output-Common

13Light Blue/Green

Output-Strobe

14

YellowReserved

15

Yellow/Black

Reserved

DataMan 50 and 60 USB & Flying Leads I/O Cable
You can connect a cable with USB & flying leads (DM-USBIO-00) to the cable that is attached to the device. The following
table shows the pinout and color description of the flying leads.
PIN

Color

Signal

4

Black

GND

7

Blue/White

Output-0

8White

Input-0

9White/Black

Input-1

11

Light Blue/Black

Output-1

12

Light Blue/Yellow

Output-Common

13Light Blue/Green

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DataMan 50 and 60 RS-232 & Flying Leads I/O Cable
You can connect a cable with RS-232 & flying leads (DM-RS232IO-00) to the cable that is attached to the device. The
following table shows the pinout and color description of the flying leads.
PIN

Color

Signal

4

Black

GND

5

Brown/White

VDC

7Blue/White

Output-0

8White

Input-0

9White/Black

Input-1

11

Light Blue/Black

Output-1

12

Light Blue/Yellow

Output-Common

13Light Blue/Green

Output-Strobe

DataMan 50 and 60 Flying Leads Cable
You can connect a cable with flying leads (DM50-PWRIO-05) to the cable that is attached to the device. The following tableshows the pinout and color description of the flying leads.

This is a female connector/socket.
IN

Color

Signal

2

Green

TxD

3

Green/Black

RxD

4

Red

GND

5

Brown/White

DC+ (system power, 5-24 VDC)

6

Blue

RTS

7

Blue/White

Output-0

8White

Input-0

9White/Black

Input-1

10Light Blue

CTS

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This is a female connector/socket.
IN

Color

Signal11

Light Blue/Black

Output-1

12

Light Blue/Yellow

Output-Common

13Light Blue/Green

Output-Strobe

DataMan 50 and 60 Digital Input Lines
Inputs are not galvanic isolated but need to be referenced to ground.

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DataMan 50 and 60 External Wiring Examples: Digital Input
Lines
The following figures show external wiring examples for digital input lines for the DataMan 50. The DataMan 60 has the samecharacteristics.

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DataMan 50 and 60 Digital Output Lines
The digital outputs can be used as either NPN (pull-down) or PNP (pull-up) lines. For NPN lines, the external load should beconnected between the output and the positive supply voltage (<26 V). The outputs pull down to less than 3 V when ON,
which causes current to flow through the load. When the outputs are OFF, no current flows through the load. Outputs are notgalvanic isolated but need to be referenced to ground.

NPN (pull down) output type characteristics
Applied voltage

26 VDC or less

Residual voltage

0.85 V or lessMaximum sink current

25 mA

Short-circuit current

100 mA or less

Short-circuit protection

multifuse – 50 mA

PNP (pull up) output type characteristics
Applied voltage

26 VDC or less

Residual voltage

0.8 V or lessMaximum sink current

25 mA

Short-circuit current

50 mA or less

Short-circuit protection

multifuse – 50 mA

Note: For information about the Illumination Strobe Output, see DataMan 50 and 60 Illumination Strobe Output on
page 152

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DataMan 50 and 60 External Wiring Examples: Digital Output
Lines
The following figures show external wiring examples for digital input lines for the DataMan 50. The DataMan 60 has the samecharacteristics.

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DataMan 70 15 Pin Adapter Cable

P1 Pin Number

Signal Name

1

Reserved

2

Reserved

3

Reserved

4

Reserved

5

Reserved

6

Ground

7

TXD

8

RXD

9

Reserved

10

Reserved

11

Adapter Power

12

CTS

13

RTS

14

External Trigger

15

External Illumination

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DataMan 70 9 Pin Adapter Cable
The following table shows the pinouts.

Pin Number

Signal Name

1

Trigger

2

TXD Output TTL Only3

RXD Input TTL Only

4

NC

5

Ground6+5 V Power

7

CTS Input TTL Only8

RTS Output TTL Only9

Beeper/Download

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DataMan 70 Serial IO Adapter (DMA-SERIALREST-ST)

This is a male connector/plug.
Pin Number

Signal Name

1

Reserved

2

TxD

3

RxD

4

GND

5

DC+ (system power, 5-24 VDC)

6

NC

7

Output-08Input-0

9

NC

10

NC

11

NC

12

Output-Common

13

NC

14

Reserved

15

Reserved

DataMan 150 USB Cable
The DataMan 150 is available with USB and RS-232 communication options.
The I/O module with USB has all signals on a SUB-D 15 connector with the following pinouts:

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PIN

Color

Signal1

Brown

Reserved

2

Green

TxD (RS-232)

3

Green/BlackRxD (RS-232)

4

Red & Red/Black

GND

5

Brown/White

DC+ (system power, 5-24 VDC)

6

Blue

RTS

7

Blue/White

Output-0

8White

Input-0

9White/Black

Input-1

10Light Blue

CTS

11

Light Blue/Black

Output-1

12

Light Blue/Yellow

Output-Common

13Light Blue/Green

Input-Common

14

YellowReserved

15

Yellow/Black

Reserved

Note: Pin numbers are shown for cable connector, not I/O module.

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DataMan 70 and 150 Discrete I/O Connector
You can connect a cable with USB & flying leads (DM-USBIO-00) to the cable that is attached to the device. The following
table shows the pinout and color description of the flying leads.
Note: GND (Pin 4) is connected to the reader housing, cable shield, and DB15 shell.
PIN

Color

Signal

4

Black

GND

7

Blue/White

Output-0

8White

Input-0

9White/Black

Input-1

11

Light Blue/Black

Output-1

12

Light Blue/Yellow

Output-Common

13Light Blue/Green

Input-Common

DataMan 70 and 150 RS-232 Cable
You can connect a cable with RS-232 & flying leads (DM-RS232IO-00) to the cable that is attached to the device. The
following table shows the pinout and color description of the flying leads.
PIN

Color

Signal

4

Black

GND

5

Brown/White

VDC

7Blue/White

Output-0

8White

Input-0

9White/Black

Input-1

11

Light Blue/Black

Output-1

12

Light Blue/Yellow

Output-Common

13Light Blue/Green

Input-Common

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DataMan 150 Flying Leads Cable
You can connect a cable with flying leads (DM50-PWRIO-05) to the cable that is attached to the device. The following tableshows the pinout and color description of the flying leads.
PIN

Color

Signal

2

Green

TxD

3

Green/Black

RxD

4

Red

GND

5

Brown/White

DC+ (system power, 5-24 VDC)

6

Blue

RTS

7

Blue/White

Output-0

8White

Input-0

9White/Black

Input-1

10Light Blue

CTS

11

Light Blue/Black

Output-1

12

Light Blue/Yellow

Output-Common

13Light Blue/Green

Input-Common

DataMan 150 USB Connections
When connected to a PC over USB, the DataMan 150 appears as a COM port.
You can connect your device to the computer in the following ways:
Connect directly to the PC:

Connect to the PC through a basic I/O module:

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If the reader is configured as an HID device and you want to return to USB serial, scan the USB serial connection code:

Note: The DataMan PC software must be installed for this connection type.

DataMan 150 RS-232 Connections
You can connect the DataMan 150 reader to a PC or other device over a standard RS-232 serial connection.
Note: You must supply external power to use this connection type.
You can make a connection in the following ways:
Connect directly to the PC:

Connect to the PC through a basic I/O module:

DataMan 150 Wiring the Basic I/O Module

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1. Power: 5-24 VDC, 2.5 W peak. Connect either ground pin to chassis ground.
2. Discrete output: Opto-isolated, current source or sink, depending on wiring; must connect logical ground tocommon. Outputs are opto-isolated and protected against reverse polarity. Max current is 50 mA @ 24 VDC. Output
1 is used for external illumination control by default.
3. Trigger input: Opto-isolated, polarity-independent, current source or sink; have reference to a separated common
signal. Work with ±15-30 V. Input 0 is dedicated trigger line.
4. Communication: RS-232 serial port and USB port.
Note: You must use a null modem cable when connecting the Basic I/O Module to a PC’s RS-232 serial port.

Output Wiring Example

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Input Wiring Example

DataMan 150 Digital Input Wiring Diagrams
Current Sink Configuration

Current Source Configuration100Electrical InformationPNP Configuration

NPN Configuration

Dataman 150 Digital Output Wiring Diagrams
The digital outputs can be used as either NPN (pull-down) or PNP (pull-up) lines. For NPN lines, the external load should beconnected between the output and the positive supply voltage (<26 V). The outputs pull down to less than 3 V when ON,
which causes current to flow through the load. When the outputs are OFF, no current flows through the load.
NPN (pull down) output type characteristics are the following:
Applied voltage

26 VDC or less

Residual voltage

0.85 V or lessMaximum sink current

100 mA

Overcurrent protection

multifuse - 160 mA

PNP (pull up) output type characteristics are the following:
Output voltage range

26 VDC or less

Residual voltage

0.85 V or lessMaximum source current

100 mA

Overcurrent protection

multifuse - 160 mA

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Sinking Outputs, Sourcing Inputs

Sinking Outputs, Sinking Inputs

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Electrical Information
DataMan 260 Discrete I/O Connector
The I/O breakout cable (CCBL-05-01) provides access to trigger and high-speed outputs. You can clip unused wires short oruse a tie made of non-conductive material to tie them back. For RS-232, use the Power Supply return path for ground.
The figure on the left shows the plug on the device.

Signal: 24 VDC Ethernet Model103

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Signal: PoE Ethernet Model

DataMan 260 Ethernet Cable
The Ethernet cable (CCB-84901-2001-05) provides Ethernet connection for network communications. The Ethernet cable
can be connected to a single device or provide connections to multiple devices via a network switch or router.
Note: Cables are sold separately.The wiring for this cable follows standard industrial Ethernet M12 specifications. It
differs from the 568B standard.

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X-coded to RJ45 Cable

P1 Pin Number

Wire Color

Signal Name

P2 Pin Number

1

White/Orange

TxRx A +1

2

OrangeTxRx A -2

3

White/Green

TxRx B +

3

4

Blue

TxRx C +8

5White/Blue

TxRx C -

7

6

Green

TxRx B -4

7White/Brown

TxRx D +

5

8

Brown

TxRx D -6

DataMan 280 Ethernet Cable
The Ethernet cable provides Ethernet connectivity to the reader. The Ethernet cable is used to connect the reader to othernetwork devices.

P1 Pin Number

Wire Color

Signal Name

P2 Pin Number

1

White/Orange

TxRx A +1

2

OrangeTxRx A -2

3

White/Green

TxRx B +

3

4

Blue

TxRx C +8105

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P1 Pin Number

Wire Color

Signal Name

P2 Pin Number

5White/Blue

TxRx C -

7

6

Green

TxRx B -4

7White/Brown

TxRx D +

5

8

Brown

TxRx D -6

CAUTION: The Ethernet cable shield has to be grounded at the far end. Whatever this cable is plugged into (typically aswitch or router) should have a grounded Ethernet connector. A digital voltmeter has to be used to validate thegrounding. If the far end device is not grounded, a ground wire should be added in compliance with local electricalcodes.
Note:l

Cables are sold separately.

l

The wiring for this cable follows standard industrial Ethernet M12 specifications. It differs from the 568B
standard.

DataMan 150 and 260 Acquisition Triggering
The acquisition trigger input on the reader is opto-isolated.
To trigger from an NPN (pull-down) type photo-detector or PLC output, connect In 0 to +24 V and connect Common In to the
output of the detector. When the output turns on, it pulls Common In down to 0 V, turning the opto-coupler on.
To trigger from a PNP (pull-up) photo-detector or PLC output, connect In 0 to the output of the detector and connect
Common In to 0 V. When the output turns on, it pulls In 0 up to 24 V, turning the opto-coupler ON.

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28 V maximum across input pins - Transition approximately 12 V (Min).

DataMan 280 Acquisition Triggering
The reader features one acquisition trigger input, which is optically isolated. You can configure the acquisition trigger input totrigger from an NPN (current sinking) or PNP (current sourcing) device.
l

To trigger from an NPN type photoelectric sensor or PLC output, connect COMMON IN to +24 VDC and connect IN 0
to the output of the photoelectric sensor. When the output turns ON, it pulls TRIGGER down to 0 VDC, turning the
opto-coupler ON.

l

To trigger from a PNP photoelectric sensor or PLC output, connect IN 0 to the output of the photoelectric sensor andconnect COMMON IN to 0 VDC. When the output turns ON, it pulls TRIGGER up to +24 VDC, turning the optocoupler ON.

Number

Input

1

IN 0

2

COMMON IN

DataMan 260 High-Speed Output Lines
The high-speed outputs can be used as either NPN (pull-down) or PNP (pull-up) lines.
Specification

Description

Voltage

28 V maximum through external load

Current

50 mA maximum sink current
OFF state leakage current 100 µA
External load resistance 240 Ohms to 10K Ohms
Each line rated at a maximum 50 mA, protected against over-current, short circuits andtransients from switching inductive loads. High current inductive loads require external
protection diode.

For NPN lines, the external load should be connected between the output and the positive supply voltage (<28 V). The
outputs pull down to less than 3 VDC when ON, which causes current to flow through the load. When the outputs are OFF, nocurrent flows through the load.

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For PNP lines, the external load should be connected between the output and the negative supply voltage (0 VDC). Whenconnected to a 24 VDC power supply, the outputs pull up greater than 21 VDC when ON, and current flows through the load.
When the outputs are OFF, no current flows through the load.

DataMan 260 High-Speed Output Wiring
To connect to an NPN-compatible PLC input, connect Output 0, Output 1, Output 2 or Output 3 directly to the PLC input.
When enabled, the output pulls the PLC input down to less than 3 VDC.

To connect to a PNP-compatible PLC input, connect Output 0, Output 1, Output 2 or Output 3 directly to the PLC input. Whenenabled, the output pulls the PLC input up to greater than 21 VDC.

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To connect the high-speed outputs to a relay, LED or similar load, connect the negative side of the load to the output and thepositive side to +24 VDC. When the output switches on, the negative side of the load is pulled down to less than 3 VDC, and
24 VDC appears across the load. Use a protection diode for a large inductive load, with the anode connected to the output
and the cathode connected to +24 VDC.

DataMan 280 High-Speed Outputs
Specification

Description

Voltages

VMAX: 26 VDC through external load
VOL: ≤ ± 3 V @ 50 mA

Current

IMAX: 50 mA maximum sink or source current
Each line is protected against over-current, short circuits and transients from switching inductive loads.
High current inductive loads require an external protection diode.

For NPN lines, the external load should be connected between the output and the positive supply voltage (< 26 VDC). The
output pulls down to less than 3 VDC when ON, which causes current to flow through the load. When the output is OFF, nocurrent flows through the load.

NumberOutput1

NPN OUT2

COMMON OUT

For PNP lines, the external load should be connected between the output and the negative supply voltage (0 VDC). Whenconnected to a 24 VDC power supply, the output pulls up greater than 21 VDC when ON, and current flows through the load.
When the output is OFF, no current flows through the load.

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NumberOutput1

COMMON OUT2PNP OUTHigh Speed Output Wiring
To connect to an NPN-compatible PLC input, connect one of the reader's high-speed outputs directly to the PLC input. Whenenabled, the output pulls the PLC input down to less than 3 VDC.

To connect to a PNP-compatible PLC input, connect one of the reader's high-speed outputs directly to the PLC input. Whenenabled, the output pulls the PLC input up to greater than 21 VDC.

To connect the high-speed outputs to a relay, LED or similar load, connect the negative side of the load to the output and thepositive side to +24VDC. When the output switches on, the negative side of the load is pulled down to less than 3 VDC, and21 VDC appears across the load. Use a protection diode for a large inductive load, with the anode connected to the output
and the cathode connected to +24 VDC.

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DataMan 280 Discrete I/O Connector
CCBL-05-01 and CCB-PWRIO-05
The Power and I/O Breakout cable provides access to trigger and high-speed outputs. For RS-232, use the Power Supply
return path for ground.
The figure on the left shows the plug on the device.

Pin#

Signal Names

Wire Color1

Out 2/In 2

Yellow

2

TxD

White/Yellow

3

RxD

Brown

4

Out 3/In 3

White/Brown

5

In 1

Violet6Common In

White/Violet

7+24 VDC

Red

8

GND

Black

9

Common Out

Green

10

In 0

Orange

11

Out 0

Blue

12

Out 1

Grey

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CCB-M12x12Fy-xx

Pin#

Signal Names

Wire Color1

Out 2/In 2

White

2

TxD

Green

3

RxD

Pink

4

Out 3/In 3

Yellow

5

In 1

Grey

6

Common In

Black

7

+24 VDC

Brown

8

GND

Blue

9

Common Out

Purple

10

In 0

Red

11

Out 0

Grey/Pink

12

Out 1

Red/Blue

Note:lCables are sold separately.

lPerform wiring or adjustments to I/O devices when the reader is not receiving power.

l

You can cut exposed wires short or trim wire ends. You also can tie the wires back if you use a tie made of nonconductive material. Keep bare wires separated from the +24 V DC wire.

Dataman 300 5m RS-232 Connection Cable (CCB-M12XDB9Y-05)
You can clip unused wires short or use a tie made of non-conductive material to tie them back.
The figure on the left shows the plug on the device.

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DataMan 300, 360, 370, and 470 Series Readers Discrete I/O
Connector
The Breakout cable provides access to trigger and high-speed outputs. You can clip unused wires short or use a tie made ofnon-conductive material to tie them back. For RS-232, use the Power Supply return path for ground.

5m Breakout Cable (CCBL-05-01)
The figure on the left shows the plug on the device.

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5m Breakout Cable (CCB-M12x12Fy-xx)
The figure on the left shows the plug on the device.

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15m Breakout Cable (CCB-PWRIO-XX)
The figure on the left shows the plug on the device.

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DataMan 300, 360, 370, and 470 Series Readers External Light
Control
The External Light cable is used to connect to an external lighting device, providing power and strobe control.
A 4-pin cable is provided for the external light control. The drawing on the left shows the socket on the device. This socket
does not work if the external light is connected to one of the outputs on the breakout cable.

Output Voltage

24 V+/-5% (20 V – 27 V) Voltage may drop depending on the length of the cable.
Max avg Current

1A

Peak Operating Current

1.5 A up to 100 µs, avg to not exceed 1 A

Max Inrush Current

5 A not exceeding 0.4 As

DataMan 300, 360, 370, and 470 Series Readers Power
Requirements
For the DataMan 300, 360, 370, and 470 series readers, 24 VDC power is provided through the I/O+RS232+24 V cable.
Maximum power consumption is 5 W (internal illumination) or 18 W (internal and external lights).

DataMan 300, 360, 370, and 470 Series and DataMan 503
Readers Acquisition Triggering
The acquisition trigger input on the reader is opto-isolated.
To trigger from an NPN (pull-down) type photo-detector or PLC output, connect Common In to +24 VDC and connect In tothe output of the detector. When the output turns on, it pulls In down to 0 VDC, turning the opto-coupler on.
To trigger from an PNP (pull-up) photo-detector or PLC output, connect In 0 to the output of the detector and connect
Common In to 0 VDC. When the output turns on, it pulls In 0 up to 24 VDC, turning the opto-coupler ON.

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The DataMan 300, 360, 370, and 470 series readers support 26.4 V maximum across input pins – Transition approximately
12 V (Min.). The DataMan 503 reader supports 28 V maximum across input pins - Transition approximately 12 V (Min.).

DataMan 300, 360, 370, and 470 Series, and DataMan 503
Readers High-Speed Output Lines
The high-speed outputs can be used as either NPN (pull-down) or PNP (pull-up) lines.
Specification

DataMan 300, 360, 370, and 470 Series Readers, and DataMan 503
Reader Description

Voltage26.4 V maximum through external load

Current

50 mA maximum sink current
OFF state leakage current 100 µA
External load resistance 240 Ohms to 10K Ohms
Each line rated at a maximum 50 mA, protected against over-current, shortcircuits and transients from switching inductive loads. High current inductive
loads require external protection diode.

For NPN lines, the external load should be connected between the output and the positive supply voltage (<26.4 VDC). The
outputs pull down to less than 3 VDC when ON, which causes current to flow through the load. When the outputs are OFF, nocurrent flows through the load.

For PNP lines, the external load should be connected between the output and the negative supply voltage (0 VDC). Whenconnected to a 24 VDC power supply, the outputs pull up greater than 21 VDC when ON, and current flows through the load.
When the outputs are OFF, no current flows through the load.

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DataMan 300, 360, 370, and 470 Series Readers High-Speed
Output Wiring
To connect to an NPN-compatible PLC input, connect Output 0, Output 1, Output 2, or Output 3 directly to the PLC input.
When enabled, the output pulls the PLC input down to less than 3 VDC.

To connect to a PNP-compatible PLC input, connect Output 0, Output 1, Output 2 or Output 3 directly to the PLC input. Whenenabled, the output pulls the PLC input up to greater than 21 VDC.

To connect the high-speed outputs to a relay, LED or similar load, connect the negative side of the load to the output and thepositive side to +24 VDC. When the output switches on, the negative side of the load is pulled down to less than 3 VDC, and24 appears across the load. Use a protection diode for a large inductive load, with the anode connected to the output and thecathode connected to +24 VDC.

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DataMan 300 and 503 Ethernet M12 to RJ45 Cable (CCB-84901y00x-xx)
The Ethernet cable provides Ethernet connection for network communications. The Ethernet cable can be connected to asingle device or provide connections to multiple devices via a network switch or router.

P1 Pin#Signal Name

Wire Color

P2 Pin#6

TPO+

White/Orange

1

4

TPO-

Orange2

5

TPI+White/Green

3

7

TRMA

Blue

4

1

TRMB

White/Blue

5

8

TPI-

Green

6

2

TRMC

White/Brown

7

3

TRMD

Brown

8

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DataMan 503 Discrete I/O Connector
5 m Breakout Cable (CCBL-05-01)
The Breakout cable provides access to trigger and high-speed outputs.You can clip unused wires short or use a tie made ofnon-conductive material to tie them back.
The figure on the left shows the plug on the device.

DataMan 503 RS-232 Serial Connector
The RS-232 cable (CCB-M8X4.xx) provides an optional connection between the reader and your PC.

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DataMan 503 External Light Control
A 4-pin cable (CCB-M12x4MS) is provided for the external light control.
The drawing on the left shows the socket on the device. This socket does not work if the external light is connected to one ofthe outputs on the I/O cable.

Current load: average: 500 mA, peak: 1 A (max. 100 µs).
Note: This socket does not work if the external light is connected to one of the outputs on the I/O cable.

DataMan 503 High-Speed Output Wiring
To connect to an NPN-compatible PLC input, connect Output 0, Output 1, Output 2, or Output 3 directly to the PLC input.
When enabled, the output pulls the PLC input down to less than 3 VDC.

To connect to a PNP-compatible PLC input, connect Output 0 or Output 1 directly to the PLC input. When enabled, the output
pulls the PLC input up to greater than 21 VDC.

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To connect the high-speed outputs to a relay, LED or similar load, connect the negative side of the load to the output and thepositive side to +24 VDC. When the output switches on, the negative side of the load is pulled down to less than 3 VDC, and24 appears across the load. Use a protection diode for a large inductive load, with the anode connected to the output and thecathode connected to +24 VDC.

DataMan 503 Power Requirements
For the DataMan 503 readers, 24 VDC power is provided through the I/O+RS232+24 V cable. Maximum power consumption
is 13 W (High Power Lighting Module).

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Connecting the Encoder to a DataMan
Encoder is supported on the following DataMan devices and with the following conditions:
DM50, DM60, DM70, DM150

unidirectional

One input counts encoder ticks

DM260, DM300, DM503

bidirectional• One input counts encoder ticks• Second input for direction information

DM360

bidirectional

2 inputs for quadrature modulated signals

The DataMan 370 and DataMan 470 series readers are configurable to support all encoder modes listed above.
The encoder has four wires. The color coding of the wires is the following:
Wire Color

Signal NameRed

+24 VDCBlack

common- can be connected to either +24 VDC (NPN) or ground (PNP)White

the output connected to the input line of the DataMan reader

BaregroundAccording to the speed of the line, set the number of pulses per revolution on the wheel by using the switches on the encoder(for more information, see the encoder documentation). The number of pulses, however, must not exceed 150 Hz, except for
the DataMan 370 and DataMan 470 series readers, which support pulse frequency up to 50 kHz.
In the DataMan Setup Tool, configure the use of your DataMan reader with the encoder in the Pulse Encoder tab of the
Inputs/Outputs pane.

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Optics and LightingThis section contains information about the image formation components of the DataMan 50, 60, 70, 150, 260, 503 andDataMan 300, 360, 370, and 470 series readers.

DataMan 50 and 60 Reading Distances and Field of View
The following chart shows the horizontal field of view for the DataMan 50 and 60 at a range of working distances, together
with the supported range of reading distances at 45 mm focus position.

This chart shows the supported range of reading distances at 70 mm focus position.

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Optics and LightingThis chart shows the supported range of reading distances at 110 mm focus position.

The following table shows the Field of View widths at various distances.
Distances in mm

DM50/DM60

45

36

70

56

110

80

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DataMan 70, 150 and 260 Reading Distances and Field of View
DataMan 70, 150 and 260 Readers with a 6.2 mm Lens
Short Range (Focused to 105 mm)
The following tables show the field of view (FoV) widths of the 6.2 mm lens focused to 105 mm at various distances.
DM70, DM150 or DM260
Distances in mm

2D min. code

1D min. code

40

4 MIL

4 MIL

65

5 MIL

4 MIL

105

10 MIL

6 MIL

Distances in mm

2D min. code

1D min. code

40

3 MIL

2 MIL

65

4 MIL

2 MIL

105

7 MIL

5 MIL

DM72, DM152 or DM262

The following maps show the field of view (FoV) of the DataMan 70, DataMan 150 or DataMan 260 readers with a 6.2 mm
lens. The horizontal and vertical field of view is shown for working distances of 40 mm, 65 mm and 105 mm.

DM70, DM150 or DM260 + 6.2 mm Lens

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DM72, DM152 or DM262 + 6.2 mm Lens

Long Range (Focused to 190 mm)
The following tables show the FoV widths of the 6.2 mm lens focused to 190 mm at various distances.
DM150 or DM260
Distances in mm

2D min. code

1D min. code

150

12 MIL

6 MIL

190

15 MIL

10 MIL225

18 MIL

10 MIL375

30 MIL

15 MIL500

35 MIL

20 MIL1m-

35 MIL

Distances in mm

2D min. code

1D min. code

150

10 MIL

5 MIL

190

12 MIL

6 MIL

225

15 MIL

6 MIL

375

20 MIL

10 MIL500

25 MIL

15 MIL1m-

30 MIL

DM152 or DM262

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The following maps show the field of view (FoV) of the DataMan 150 or DataMan 260 readers with a 6.2 mm lens.
The horizontal and vertical field of view is shown for working distances of 150 mm, 190 mm, 225 mm, 375 mm and 500 mm.

DM150 or DM260 + 6.2 mm Lens

DM152 or DM262 + 6.2 mm Lens

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DataMan 150 or DataMan 260 Readers with a 16 mm Lens
The following tables show the field of view (FoV) widths of the 16 mm lens at various distances.
DM150 or DM260
Distances in mm

2D min. code

1D min. code

80

3 MIL

2 MIL

150

5 MIL

3 MIL

190

6 MIL

4 MIL

225

7 MIL

4 MIL

375

12 MIL

5 MIL

500

15 MIL

10 MIL1m

25 MIL

15 MIL

Distances in mm

2D min. code

1D min. code

80

2 MIL

2 MIL

150

3 MIL

2 MIL

190

4 MIL

2 MIL

225

4 MIL

3 MIL

375

7 MIL

4 MIL

500

10 MIL

6 MIL

1m

20 MIL

15 MIL

DM152 or DM262

The following maps show the FoV of the DataMan 150/260 and DataMan 152/262 readers with a 16 mm lens. The horizontal
and vertical field of view is shown for working distances of 80 mm, 150 mm, 225 mm, 375 mm, 500 mm and 1000 mm.

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DM150 or DM260 + 16 mm Lens

DM152 or DM262 + 16 mm Lens

DataMan 280 Reading Distances and Field of View
This section discusses the Field of View values for 6.2 mm and 16 mm lenses.

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6.2 mm lenses can be focused to 105 mm (short range) and to 190 mm (long range).
The following tables show the Field of View (FoV) widths of the 6.2 mm lens focused to 190 mm at various distances:
Working distance in mm

Horizontal values in mm

Vertical values in mm

Z1= 190

X1= 159

Y1= 119

Z2= 225

X2= 187

Y2= 140

Z3 = 375

X3 = 307

Y3 = 230

Z4 = 1000

X4 = 808

Y4 = 606

Distances in mm

2D min. code in mil

1D min. code in mil

150

10

6

190

12

8

225

15

8

375

20

15

500

30

20

1000

60

35

The following tables show the Field of View (FoV) widths of the 6.2 mm lens focused to 105 mm at various distances:
Working distance in mm

Horizontal values in mm

Vertical values in mm

Z1= 40

X1= 38

Y1= 29Z2= 65

X2= 58

Y2= 44

Z3= 105

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Distances in mm

2D min. code in mil

1D min. code in mil

40

4

2

65

5

3

105

10

5

The following tables show the Field of View (FoV) widths of the 16 mm lens at various distances:
Working distance in mm

Horizontal values in mm

Vertical values in mm

Z1= 150

X1= 46

Y1= 34

Z2 = 225

X2 = 69

Y2 = 52

Z3 = 375

X3 = 116

Y3 = 87

Z4 = 1000

X4 = 310

Y4 = 232

Distances in mm

2D min. code in mil

1D min. code in mil

80

2

2

150

3

2

190

4

3

225

5

3

375

8

5

500

10

7

1000

20

15

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DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers Reading Distances andField of View
The DataMan 300 and 360 series readers: DataMan 300/360, DataMan 302/362, and DataMan 303/363 have different fieldsof view because of the different regions of the sensor used by each reader.

Scan Map for DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers Using a 10.3 mm
Lens
The map below shows the field of view of the DataMan 300/360, DataMan 302/362 and DataMan 303/363 readers with a
10.3 mm lens (with or without a liquid lens).
The FoV values are shown as follows:louter: DM302/362, DM303/363

linner: DM300/360

The reading distances for the DM300/360 and DM302/362 readers are the same. The DM303/363 features a higher
resolution and more pixels in about the same sensor size.

The following table shows the Field of View widths in mm at various distances.
Distances in mm

DM300, DM360

DM302/303, DM362/363

50

26

42

100

46

74

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Distances in mm

DM300, DM360

DM302/303, DM362/363

150

66

106

250

106

171

500

207

332

Scan Map for DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers Using a 16 mm Lens
This map shows the field of view of the DataMan 300/360, DataMan 302/362 and DataMan 303/363 readers with a 16 mm
lens.
The FoV values are shown as follows:louter: DM302/362, DM303/363

linner: DM300/360

The reading distances for the DM300/360 and DM302/362 readers are the same. The DM303/363 features a higher
resolution and more pixels in about the same sensor size.
To make sure that your DM303/363 reader is able to decode at the minimum reading distances, use the reader in
combination with the extension kit or without the front cover.

The following table shows the Field of View widths in mm at various distances.

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Distances in mm

DM300, DM360

DM302/303, DM362/363

50

13

20

100

25

40

150

38

60

250

63

101

500

125

202

Scan Map for DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers Using a 19 mm Lens
This map shows the field of view of the DataMan 300/360, DataMan 302/362 and DataMan 303/363 readers with a 19 mm
lens (with or without a liquid lens).
The FoV values are shown as follows:louter: DM302/362, DM303/363

linner: DM300/360

The reading distances for the DM300/360 and DM302/362 readers are the same. The DM303/363 features a higher
resolution and more pixels in about the same sensor size.
To make sure that your DM303/363 reader is able to decode at the minimum reading distances, use the reader in
combination with the extension kit or without the front cover.

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The following table shows the Field of View widths in mm at various distances.
Distances in mm

DM300, DM360

DM302/303, DM362/363

50

11

17

100

22

34

150

33

52

250

56

86

500

111

172

Scan Map for DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers Using a 24 mm Lens
with Liquid Lens
The maps in this section show the field of view of the DataMan 300/360, DataMan 302/362, and DataMan 303/363 readerswith a 24 mm lens with a liquid lens and DM360-HPIL-RE-01 or DM360-HPIL-RE-P-01 cover.
The FoV values are shown as follows:louter: DM303/DM363

lmiddle: DM302/DM362linner: DM300/DM360

The reading distances for the DM300 and DM302 readers are the same. The DM303 and DM363 feature a higher resolution
and more pixels in about the same sensor size.
The following table shows the FoV widths in mm at various distances.
Distances in mm

DM300

DM302/DM362

DM303/DM363

80

11

19

20

250

43

68

73

500

87

139

148

1000

175

281

298

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Scan Map for the DataMan 300 Series Readers with a 24 mm Lens with Liquid Lens

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Scan Map for the DataMan 360 Series Readers with a 24 mm Lens with Liquid Lens

Scan Map for DataMan 300 and 360 Series Readers Using a 25 mm Lens
This map shows the field of view of the DataMan 300/360, DataMan 302/362, and DataMan 303/363 readers with a 25 mm
lens.
The FoV values are shown as follows:louter: DM302/362, DM303/363

linner: DM300/360

The reading distances for the DM300/360 and DM302/362 readers are the same. The DM303/363 features a higher
resolution and more pixels in about the same sensor size.

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The following table shows the Field of View widths in mm at various distances.
Distances in mm

DM300, DM360

DM302/303, DM362/363

50

8

12

100

16

25

150

23

37

250

39

62

500

78

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DataMan 370 Series Readers Reading Distances and Field of
View
The following maps show the reading distance and field of view charts for the various lenses that can be used with the
DataMan 370 series readers. Reading distance values are also provided for 1-D and 2-D example code distances.

Reading Distance and Field of View for DataMan 370 Series Readers witha 10 mm High-Speed Liquid Lens
Note: Due to tolerances, ranges can vary by +/- 5 % from unit to unit.

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The following map shows the FoV of the DataMan 370 series readers with a 10 mm high-speed liquid lens.

DeviceDistances in mm / 1D min code
10 mm HSLL

Distances in mm / 2D min code
10 mm HSLL

445

6 MIL

307

6 MIL

591

8 MIL

408

8 MIL

738

10 MIL509

10 MIL958

13 MIL

660

13 MIL1104

15 MIL761

15 MIL1471

20 MIL1013

20 MIL

DM37x

Reading Distance and Field of View for DataMan 370 Series Readers witha 16 mm High-Speed Liquid Lens
Note: Due to tolerances, ranges can vary by +/- 5 % from unit to unit.
The following map shows the FoV of the DataMan 370 series readers with a 16 mm high-speed liquid lens.

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DeviceDistances in mm / 1D min code
16 mm HSLL

Distances in mm / 2D min code
16 mm HSLL

676

6 MIL

465

6 MIL

901

8 MIL

620

8 MIL

1125

10 MIL774

10 MIL1462

13 MIL1006

13 MIL1687

15 MIL1160

15 MIL2249

20 MIL1547

20 MIL

DM37x

Reading Distance and Field of View for DataMan 370 Series Readers witha 24 mm High-Speed Liquid Lens
Note: Due to tolerances, ranges can vary by +/- 5 % from unit to unit.
The following map shows the FoV of the DataMan 370 series readers with a 24 mm high-speed liquid lens.

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DeviceDistances in mm / 1D min code
24 mm HSLL

Distances in mm / 2D min code
24 mm HSLL

1029

6 MIL

709

6 MIL

1370

8 MIL

944

8 MIL

1711

10 MIL1178

10 MIL2223

13 MIL1530

13 MIL2564

15 MIL1764

15 MIL3417

20 MIL2351

20 MIL

DM37x

DataMan 470 Series Readers Reading Distances and Field of
View
The following maps show the reading distance and field of view charts for the various lenses that can be used with the
DataMan 470 series readers. Reading distance values are also provided for 1-D and 2-D example code distances.

Reading Distance and Field of View for DataMan 470 Series Readers witha 10 mm High-Speed Liquid Lens
Note: Due to tolerances, ranges can vary by +/- 5 % from unit to unit.
The map below shows the field of view (FoV) of the DataMan 470 series readers with a 10 mm high-speed liquid lens.

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DeviceDistances in mm / 1D min code
10 mm HSLL

Distances in mm / 2D min code
10 mm HSLL

445

6 MIL

307

6 MIL

591

8 MIL

408

8 MIL

738

10 MIL509

10 MIL958

13 MIL

660

13 MIL1104

15 MIL761

15 MIL1471

20 MIL1013

20 MIL

DM47x

Reading Distance and Field of View for DataMan 470 Series Readers witha 16 mm High-Speed Liquid Lens
Note: Due to tolerances, ranges can vary by +/- 5 % from unit to unit.
The following map shows the FoV of the DataMan 470 series readers with a 16 mm high-speed liquid lens.

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DeviceDistances in mm / 1D min code
16 mm HSLL

Distances in mm / 2D min code
16 mm HSLL

676

6 MIL

465

6 MIL

901

8 MIL

620

8 MIL

1125

10 MIL774

10 MIL1462

13 MIL1006

13 MIL1687

15 MIL1160

15 MIL2249

20 MIL1547

20 MIL

DM47x

Reading Distance and Field of View for DataMan 470 Series Readers witha 24 mm High-Speed Liquid Lens
Note: Due to tolerances, ranges can vary by +/- 5 % from unit to unit.
The following map shows the FoV of the DataMan 470 series readers with a 24 mm high-speed liquid lens.

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DeviceDistances in mm / 1D min code
24 mm HSLL

Distances in mm / 2D min code
24 mm HSLL

1029

6 MIL

709

6 MIL

1370

8 MIL

944

8 MIL

1711

10 MIL1178

10 MIL2223

13 MIL1530

13 MIL2564

15 MIL1764

15 MIL3417

20 MIL2351

20 MIL

DM47x

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DataMan 503 Readers Reading Distances and Field of View
The following scan maps show the reading distance and field of view charts for the various lenses that can be used with the
DataMan 503 reader.

Scan Map for DataMan 503 Series Readers Using a 16 mm Lens Module
The following map shows the reading distance and field of view charts for the DataMan 503 reader with a 16 mm lens for 1-D
codes. The minimum 1-D resolution is at 1.2 pixels per module.

The following map shows the reading distance and field of view charts for the DataMan 503 reader with a 16 mm lens for 2-D
codes. The minimum 2-D resolution is at 2.5 pixels per module.

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Scan Map for DataMan 503 Series Readers Using a 25 mm Lens Module
The following map shows the reading distance and field of view charts for the DataMan 503 reader with a 25 mm lens for 1-D
codes. The minimum 1-D resolution is at 1.2 pixels per module.

The following map shows the reading distance and field of view charts for the DataMan 503 reader with a 25 mm lens for 2-D
codes. The minimum 2-D resolution is at 2.5 pixels per module.

Scan Map for DataMan 503 Series Readers Using a 35 mm Lens Module
The following map shows the reading distance and field of view charts for the DataMan 503 reader with a 35 mm lens for 1-D
codes. The minimum 1-D resolution is at 1.2 pixels per module.

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The following map shows the reading distance and field of view charts for the DataMan 503 reader with a 35 mm lens for 2-D
codes. The minimum 2-D resolution is at 2.5 pixels per module.

CS-Mount Lens Characteristics
This section provides information on using CS-mount lenses.

DataMan 503 CS-Mount Lens Characteristics
CS-mount lenses must meet the following requirements to be used with DataMan 503:l

No aspect of the lens may protrude past the end of the lens threads.

l

The threads must be no more than 4 mm deep.

l

The maximum size lens barrel that fits within the CS-mount lens cover is 30 mm long (measured from lens mountbase) and 28 mm in diameter. You can remove the lens (and front) covers from DataMan to fit a larger lens, but thereader will not maintain its IP rating.

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Internal LightingThis section describes the working mechanism of the built-in lighting of DataMan 50, 60, 70, 150, 260, 503 and DataMan 300,
360, 370, and 470 series readers.

DataMan 50 and 60 Internal Lighting
All DataMan 50 and 60 readers include built-in (internal) lighting. During operation, the DataMan 50 and 60 automaticallyregulate image exposure time and imager gain to produce usable image quality at the highest possible frame rate.
As the working distance between the reader and code increases, additional light intensity or longer exposure times are
required to maintain the same image quality. When the maximum illumination intensity is reached, the frame rate may be
reduced to permit a longer exposure time.

DataMan 70, 150 and 260 Internal Lighting
All DataMan 70, 150 and 260 readers include built-in (internal) lighting. During operation, the DataMan 70, 150 and 260
automatically regulate image exposure time and imager gain to produce usable image quality at the highest possible frame
rate.
As the working distance between the reader and code increases, additional light intensity or longer exposure times are
required to maintain the same image quality. When the maximum illumination intensity is reached, the frame rate may be
reduced to permit a longer exposure time.

DataMan 300, 360, 370, and 470 Series Readers Internal Lighting
The internal illumination module offers two rings of LEDs with four quadrants each. Each quadrant is controllable individually,that is, ON/OFF and intensity.
You can turn the quadrants ON or OFF by clicking on the dots (representing the LEDs) on the front image of the DataMan
300, 360, 370, or 470 in the DataMan Setup Tool’s Optimize Image pane. The quadrants that are ON are displayed in red,as shown in the example below.

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TuningBy tuning, your DataMan 300, DataMan 360, DataMan 370, and DataMan 470 series reader automatically selects the best
settings for the given reading situation, based on parameters of illumination, camera and decoder properties, and focal
distance. Use this feature to create an optimum setting to read your DataMatrix codes.

Note: Tune button can toggle the aimer light ON and OFF.

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External LightingThis section details the external lighting options for DataMan 50, 60, 503 and DataMan 300, 360, 370, and 470 series
readers.

DataMan 50 and 60 External Lighting
The DataMan 50 and 60 readers have a dedicated output for external light control. In addition, the DataMan 60 has anexternal illumination connector on the front side of the reader.

You can control the intensity output of the external illumination connector if the external illumination you use supports thiscontrol. In the DataMan Setup Tool, go to the Optimize Image pane and check the External checkbox. You can also choose
your light type from the drop-down box below. In the Optimize Image pane's Advanced tab, you can make further external
illumination settings.

DataMan 50 and 60 Illumination Strobe Output
The strobe output is provided by a diode that is added to the push-pull circuit, with series to the pull-up transistor. This diodeblocks the higher voltage when the output is pulled up when used as open-collector type driving, but enables the driving ofhigh level in TTL mode.
TTL output type characteristics
High level

4.0-5.0 V

Low level

0-0.4 V

Output current

25 mA

Short-circuit current

125 mA

Short-circuit protection

multifuse – 50 mA

Open-collector output type characteristics
Output voltage range

0-26 V

Low level

0-0.4 V

Output current

25 mA max

Short-circuit current

125 mA

Short-circuit protection

multifuse – 50 mA

The following figure shows the wiring diagram of the illumination strobe output.

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DataMan 50 and 60 External Load Strobe Output
The following image shows the external load strobe output for the DataMan 50. The DataMan 60 has the samecharacteristics.

DataMan 300, 360, 370, and 470 Series Readers External Lighting
On the back of the reader, there is a socket dedicated to external light control (1, 2, 3, and 4 in the following image).

There are four mounting holes on the front of the reader to mount external illumination.

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You can control the intensity output of the external illumination connector if the external illumination you use supports thiscontrol. In the DataMan Setup Tool, go to the Optimize Image pane and check the External checkbox. You can also choose
your light type from the drop-down box below. In the Optimize Image pane's Advanced tab, you can make further external
illumination settings.
The DataMan 300, 360, 370, and 470 series readers support high power illumination accessories. For more information, see
the Accessories sections in the DataMan 300 Reference Manual, the DataMan 360 Reference Manual, the DataMan 370
Reference Manual, and the DataMan 470 Reference Manual.
For detailed instructions on how to set the DataMan 370 and 470 series readers up with high power illumination accessories,
see the following sections:
DataMan 370 series readers with High Power Integrated Light

Installing the Liquid Lens Module with HighPower Integrated Light (HPIL) on page 59

DataMan 370 series readers with High Power Illumination Accessory

Installing a Lens with High Power Illumination
Accessory (HPIA) on page 63

DataMan 370 series readers with High Power Integrated Torch (HPIT)

Installing High Power Integrated Torch (HPIT)
on page 65

DataMan 470 series readers with High Power Integrated Light

Installing the Liquid Lens Module with HighPower Integrated Light (HPIL) on page 59

DataMan 470 series readers with High Power Illumination Accessory

Installing a Lens with High Power Illumination
Accessory (HPIA) on page 1

DataMan 470 series readers with High Power Integrated Torch (HPIT)

Installing High Power Integrated Torch (HPIT)
on page 65

External Light Mounting Brackets
You can mount your reader using external light mounting brackets. The brackets are intended to mount any of the different
lights to the reader. They can also be used to mount the reader (with lights attached) to your machine. Pivot mounting, as
illustrated, is optional. Perform the following steps:

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1. Mount your reader on the camera plate and attach the screws.

2. Mount your reader with the camera plate attached to any of the external light bracket adapters.

Choose one of the following external light options:
Accessory
Ring Light

CLRR-R7030G1CLR

Back Light

CLRB-F100100G1

Coaxial (DOAL) Light

CLRO-K5050G1

Spot Light

CLRS-P14G1

Dark-field Light

CLRD-D120G1

Brick LightIVSL-ODDM-S75-xxx

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Accessory
Bar Light

IVSL-YLW2X-xxx

Bar Light

IVSL-LX520-xxx

LX280-series LightIVSL-LX280-xxx

DataMan 50, 60, 300, 360, 370, and 470 External Lighting Duration
In all cases, as soon as the trigger is detected, external illumination is turned on. There is a 600 µSec pre-charge time before
exposure starts; the lighting is on during this period. In the DataMan Setup Tool's Optimize Image pane, you can click theTune button's drop-down icon and from the Optimize Brightness section select Automatic Exposure (autoregulation) or
Manual Exposure (non-autoregulation) according to your needs. You can also reach the same settings by navigating to the
Setup Tool's Applicaton Details pane.
If you use a DataMan 302 reader with full Field of View (FoV), consider the following:l

In non-autoregulation cases, exposure occurs for an amount of time you specify. You can configure this time in the
DataMan Setup Tool’s Application Details pane. When exposure ends, illumination is turned off. Altogether, theexposure duration equals the exposure time you set and the 600 µSec pre-charge time.

l

If autoregulation is enabled, the duration can vary depending on the maximum allowed exposure value configured
and the computed exposure time (which will be different for each acquisition). To calculate a ”worst case” duration,
set a maximum exposure value, and the longest the lights will be on is
600 uSec precharge time + max exposure time

Exposure occurs for the amount of time determined by autoregulation. When exposure ends, illumination is turned off. If you
use a reduced FoV for a DataMan 50, 60, 300, 360, 370, or 470 reader, the image transfer time will scale proportionally to the
FoV/Sensor size.

DataMan 503 External Lighting Duration
In all cases, as soon as the trigger is detected, external illumination is turned on. There is a user adjustable µSec pre-charge
time before exposure starts; the lighting is on during this period. In the DataMan Setup Tool’s Application Details pane, you
can select Automatic Exposure (autoregulation) or Manual Exposure (non-autoregulation) according to your needs.
l

In non-autoregulation cases, exposure occurs for an amount of time you specify. You can configure this time in the
DataMan Setup Tool’s Application Details pane. When exposure ends, illumination is turned off. Altogether, theexposure duration equals the exposure time you set, the adjusteble µSec pre-charge time, plus a maximum 17,15 ms
image transfer time.

l

If autoregulation is enabled, the duration can vary depending on the maximum allowed exposure value configured
and the computed exposure time (which will be different for each acquisition). To calculate a ”worst case” duration,
set a maximum exposure value, and the longest the lights will be on isMax. allowed precharge time + max exposure time

Exposure occurs for the amount of time determined by autoregulation. When exposure ends, illumination is turned off.

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Operations Guide
This section contains information about configuring and using your DataMan reader.

Trigger Modes
The fixed-mount DataMan readers provide the following trigger modes:

Self-Trigger
DataMan fixed-mount readers support self-triggered operation. In self-trigger mode, the reader automatically detects anddecodes codes in its field of view. The high-speed image acquisition and processing capabilities of the DataMan allow it todetect and decode codes.
Self-trigger mode has the following characteristics:lEase of setup. No external trigger is required.

lFlexible timing. Parts can arrive at irregular intervals.

lMaximum throughput.

ManualManual triggering starts acquiring and attempting to decode images when you send an external trigger. The reader continues
to acquire and attempt to decode images until you stop the external triggering. 2-D DPM codes are automatically learned.
Manual trigger mode is typically used during debugging or system design.

Burst
Burst triggering acquires a pre-defined number of images when an external trigger is signaled, then attempts to decode theacquired images. You can control the interval between the acquired images. The number of images acquired per burst
depends on the size of the region of interest that you specify.

Continuous
Continuous triggering begins acquiring images based on a single external trigger and continues to acquire and decode
images at a user-specified interval until a symbol is found, or until multiple images containing as many codes as specified in
multicode mode are located. The external trigger can be configured as a latch (acquisition continues while the line is heldhigh) or acquisition can be started on the first pulse, stopped on the second pulse. If you scan items on a conveyor, makesure that each item reaches trigger OFF before the next item generates trigger ON.

SingleSingle triggering acquires a single image and attempts to decode any symbol it contains, or more than one symbol in cases
where multicode is enabled. The reader relies on an external trigger source.

Presentation
Presentation triggering repeatedly scans for a symbol and decodes it whenever one is detected. The reader relies on aninternal timing mechanism to acquire images.
Presentation mode is similar to manual trigger mode, without using the trigger as a signal to start acquisition.

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Package Detection Support
You can connect your package detection sensor to one of the digital inputs of your DataMan reader. When the reader
receives a signal that a package is detected, images that the reader collected are not discarded at the end of the trigger. Thisway you can make sure that there was a package there, only the code was not readable. Looking at the No Read images will
help you find out why there was no decode results.
Package detection is only supported with Continuous trigger mode. Continuous (external) trigger mode means that thetrigger stops if the event generating the trigger stopped, or if there is a good read. Until the trigger stops, the reader collects
images. These are No Read images (otherwise the trigger would stop).
You can use this feature in a stand-alone configuration, or in a multi-reader sync configuration. In the latter case, connect thesensor to the Primary reader. The Primary reader will initiate a request to save images and collect the images from thesecondary readers.
To make sure that the No Read images are collected, perform the following:
1. Connect your package detection device to one of the Inputs of your reader.
2. In the DataMan Setup Tool’s Inputs/Outputs pane's Inputs tab, check Allow Buffered No-Read Images on the
input you connected your reader to.
3. In the Inputs/Outputs pane, click the Buffering and Transfer link next to or above the tabs. This directs you to the
Buffering and Transfer pane. On the Image Buffering tab, change What Results to Buffer to All, or No Read.
l

In the case of All, good reads are also saved together with No Reads.

l

In the case of No Read, the image is buffered if the reader fails to read.

The following diagram shows the working mechanism:

The signal from the sensor tells the reader not to discard the collected images at the end of the trigger event.

Test Mode
Test mode lets you configure and test a reader that is connected to a production line without needing to slow down or stop
your line. To enter Test mode,lPress the button (to which you previously assigned this function) on the device for 3 secondslSend a DataMan Control Command (DMCC)l

Click the Test Mode button in the DataMan Setup Tool

While in test mode, the reader, by default, ignores all external trigger sources and disables all input and output lines. Test
mode provides two ways for you to test your reader configuration:

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Check Automatic Triggering, and the reader will simulate external triggers at the interval that you specify. This
allows you to examine the result of each trigger and images with the configuration used in production but at a slower
rate. Because inputs and outputs are disabled, the reader will not interfere with the normal operation of your line.

l

If you click Accept Trigger Batch, the reader will accept and process a limited number of external triggers (you canspecify the number) at production speed. You can then examine these results and corresponding images to verify
how the reader is processing triggers in production.

If needed, you can enable both inputs and outputs during test mode, but you may encounter I/O process latencies.

Code Training
You can train the DataMan fixed-mount readers for single or multiple codes. Training can improve performance, since thereader does not have to determine code parameters as it reads the codes.
Code training is only supported for the following trigger modes:
l

Burst

l

ContinuouslSelf (internal trigger)lSingle (external trigger)

You can train codes in the following ways:l

In the DataMan Setup Tool's Optimize Image pane, check the Train Code After Tuning checkbox and tune yourreader. In the Image Panel on the right, you will see a message such as in the following image:For further code training settings in the Setup Tool, go to the Code Details pane's Advanced tab.
l

Use the TRIG Button tab in the Inputs/Outputs pane to configure the button to train codes, then present the codes
to the reader and press and hold the button for 3 seconds.

l

Use the Inputs tab in the Inputs/Outputs pane to configure a discrete input to perform code training.

Automatic Code Training for DPM Symbols
Manual and Presentation modes automatically train 2-D symbols. This improves robustness on DPM symbologies whenreading consecutive parts of the same type. Sequential dissimilar parts will still decode.

Image Buffering and Image Recording
You can configure the DataMan fixed-mount readers to store selected images in the memory of the reader.
You can select the following options on which images to store:

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No images.

lNo-read images. (Images where the reader was triggered but either no code was present or the code could not be
decoded.)lImages where a code was successfully decoded.

lAll images.

If you select all images or no-read images, you can specify a sampling rate to control the number of images that are buffered.

Retrieving Buffered Images
You can use the DataMan Setup Tool to view and download images from your DataMan device, or you can configure the
DataMan reader to automatically transfer the buffered images to an FTP server that you specify.
For more information, see the DataMan Setup Tool Reference Manual.

DataMan Multi-Reader Sync Configuration
Overview
If you have multiple DataMan fixed-mount readers connected to the same network, you can configure multiple readers to usegroup triggering. Readers configured to use group triggering all acquire an image simultaneously, and then combine theirindividual read results to form a composite result.
There are two important aspects to group triggering:l

Readers configured for group triggering consolidate reader results from among all readers in the group and transmit
them from the primary reader only. This simplifies the task of collecting and processing read results from multiple
readers.

l

Readers configured for group triggering can be triggered simultaneously based on a single input trigger signal
received by the primary reader.

Multi-Reader Sync configurations are typically used to expand the field of view for broad conveyor applications and to readcodes from multiple surfaces of packages or objects:

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Primary Reader
Within a group, one reader is defined as the primary reader. When the primary reader is triggered (regardless of what type of
trigger it uses), all the readers in the group are also triggered. For self-trigger mode, you must designate the primary reader
explicitly. For externally triggered modes (single, burst, and continuous), whichever reader receives the trigger is designatedthe primary reader for that acquisition. (In most cases, only a single reader in the group will be connected to the external
trigger.)
To account for network latency, you specify a trigger delay for the primary reader in the group. When the primary reader istriggered, it immediately sends triggers to the other group members, but delays its own acquisition for the specified delay,
allowing the trigger signal to reach the other readers. You can also configure a separate trigger timeout, which will cause theprimary reader to wait for a specified period of time for secondary readers to send data before collecting the results andtransmitting them.
After a read attempt, only the primary reader transmits a result. It combines all of the available results from the other readersin the group in the same way that multicode results are combined.

Secondary Readers
In many applications, the multi-reader sync configuration is set to trigger the secondary readers whenever the primary reader
is triggered. If the secondary readers are configured for Self triggering, then they will also trigger whenever they detect acode. In this case, the primary reader will generate and transmit a read result whenever any reader detects a code. This
result aggregation greatly simplifies multiple reader operation.

Data Formatting
When the reader is triggered, the result string will be formatted as you specified, before it is transmitted to the primary reader
for aggregation. Note, however, that you have to check Standard Formatting Enabled for the primary reader and supply theformatting tokens you want to use for the secondary readers. Any data formatting that you specify for the primary reader will
be applied to the formatted result strings produced by the secondary readers. The Format Data pane includes a token thatallows you to insert the name of the reader generating the result string; you can use this to identify which reader produced
which result.

Limitationsl

No image buffering and recording is supported for any reader that is part of a group.

lPresentation mode triggering is not supported.

lMulti-Reader Sync triggering only works correctly if the Primary and the Secondary readers use specific, allowed
combinations of trigger modes. They are the following:lSelf/SelflSingle/Burst, Single/Single, Burst/Burst, Burst/SinglelManual/Continuous, Manual/Manual, Continuous/Continuous, Continuous/Manual

Synchronized Acquisition
Synchronized Acquisition is only available for the DataMan 300, 360, 370, and 470 readers with an -M option, and the
DataMan 503. In Single, Burst, Continuous, and Self trigger modes, it is possible to synchronize image acquisition on
multiple devices using the synchronization interface.
Synchronization allows using one shared strobe illumination to expose all sensors simultaneously. You can synchronize
multiple readers, with optionally triggering them in a defined sequence to avoid that opposing readers blind each other.

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Note: PTP synchronization and other imager settings do not get synchronized by this mechanism - for example, youhave to configure exposure and gain on each reader individually.
This feature only synchronizes the actual image acquisition, triggering happens through the existing multi-reader sync
mechanism.

Synchronized Acquisition for the DataMan 300, 360, 370, and 470
To set up synchronized acquisition on your reader, enable PTP (Precision Time Protocol) on the Multi-Reader Sync pane of
the DataMan Setup Tool under Synchronized Readers (IE1588).
Perform the following steps:
1. Check Enable PTP.
2. Keep Secondary Camera Only checked if there is already a PTP Primary Reader clock in the network (uncheck thecheckbox otherwise on at least one reader).
3. Enable MRS Synchronized by PTP to synchronize Multi-Reader Sync triggering.
4. Set the Time between Trigger Start and the Synchronized Acquisition Timestamp. This is the time the Primary
Reader adds to the trigger to make sure all devices already received the trigger message before this time stamp(Primary Reader Only).
5. Set the Local Offset Added to the Synchronized Acquisition Timestamp. This is the time the Secondary Reader
adds to the timestamp to realize offset image acquisitions (Secondary Reader Only).

Synchronized Acquisition for the DataMan 503
Enable Synchronized Exposure on the DataMan Setup Tool’s Multi-Reader Sync pane. Set the Acquisition Delay (μs)(relative to the received signal through the synchronization interface) on each reader individually to optionally define an
exposure sequence in case the illumination of some readers might affect other readers.
You also have to set which two readers on the ends of the synchronization interface bus are bus terminators by checking theEnd of Sync Cable checkbox for the currently connected devices at the end of a sync cable.

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Connecting the DataMan 503 Through the Synchronized Acquisition Cable
Plug the synchronized acquisition cable into the dedicated connector on the DataMan 503.

If you are connecting more than two DataMan 503 devices, you need a Y connector with female ends to be able to use thesynchronized acquisition cables.

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Using C/CS-Mount Lenses
Aperture Setting
Because of the extreme sensitivity of the DataMan image sensor, for most applications, a small aperture (F8 or less) provides
sufficient light for full-rate image processing while also maximizing depth of field.

Selecting Optimum Focus
You can enter live video, but for best focus optimization, place the reader in automatic trigger mode and adjust the focus until
the peak read rate is obtained.

Optimizing Performance
Read Interval and Timeout Configuration
Careful configuration of the read interval (Self and Continuous triggering) or timeout value (Burst mode) can improve read
rates and throughput.
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If your application uses clearly printed symbols, you can improve performance by reducing the interval or timeout
value. This is because DataMan acquires images at such a high rate that a shorter timeout or interval allows thereader multiple chances to decode the symbol.

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If your application experiences poorly printed or degraded symbols, increasing the interval or timeout value can
improve performance by allowing the DataMan to spend more time decoding difficult images.

In all cases, make sure that you specify an interval that allows the reader to capture at least one image of the symbol.

Optimizing Burst Trigger Parameters
Since a Burst trigger is ideal for moving applications, it is necessary to determine the correct burst size and interval in order tocapture the desired length of the part as it moves under the camera. Once the interval time is determined, you can adjust thesize of the burst depending on the length of the part. The variables necessary for this calculation are:
1. Line speed in mm per second
2. Code size w/quiet zone in mm
3. FOV = Field of View (x or y) in mm
You can then use the following equation to determine the interval time:
Interval Time = 1000 * ((FOV – 2(Code Size)) / Line Speed)Once the interval time is determined, the size of the burst can be adjusted depending on the length of the code to capture.
The max object length in mm is:
Burst Size * (FOV – (2*Code Size))The (2 * Code Size) variable allows for overlap of the frames taken. This takes into consideration the condition where thecode is slightly out of the field of view in one frame (acquisition). The (2 * Code Size) will overlap the field of view between
successive frames and allow the code to be viewed in the field of view of the next frame.

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Reducing DataMan Processing Requirements
The more information that you can provide to DataMan about your application, the less work – and processing time – will be
required to decode symbols.
lOnly enable the symbologies that your application uses. Disabling unused symbologies reduces processing time.

lTrain codes.

lOnly enable extended mode decoding if your application requires it.

Avoiding Reflections and Glare
If the DataMan is mounted perpendicular to the surface containing the code to be read, reflections from the built-in
illumination system can cause reflections and glare that may reduce decoding performance.
You can avoid this problem by mounting the reader at a 15° angle from vertical.

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Application Guide
This section provides specific recommendations tailored to specific types of applications. Except for the sections about MultiReader Configurations and Variable Size Box Conveyer, all sections apply to all the DataMan fixed-mount readers.

Understanding Your Application Envelope
A wide variety of factors affects the performance and capabilities of the DataMan in a given application. You can think of thiscollection of factors as your application’s envelope:

The following table describes the different parameters that define a DataMan application envelope.
Parameter

Description

Linespeed

The linear speed of the part surface containing the code to decode.

Nominal working distance

How far the code is from the front of the DataMan.

Working distance range

The range of distances, with respect to the nominal working distance, at whichcodes may be present.

Working width

The width of the area in which codes may appear.

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Parameter

Description

Tilt, pitch, rotation, and package spacing The degree to which a code may be rotated, tilted, or pitched with respect to aplane perpendicular to the DataMan optical axis.
Package spacing means a distance in time. If you use a conveyor that moves
very fast, you need more space between the boxes. If it moves very slow, youneed less space. In general, the minimum time distance between boxes must be
greater than the distance between trigger on and trigger off.
Tilt and pitch should be limited to 15-20 degrees in most cases, while rotation may
be absent or may occur up to 360 degrees (omnidirectional reading).
As described in the section Reducing DataMan Processing Requirements, themore information that you can provide to DataMan about your application, theless work – and processing time – will be required to decode symbols.
lOnly enable the symbologies that your application uses. Disabling unused
symbologies reduces processing time.

lTrain codes.

lOnly enable extended mode decoding if your application requires it.

Avoiding Reflections and Glare, you should mount the reader so that the surface
containing the code to be read is not perpendicular to the reader. If yourapplication includes tilt or pitch, make sure that the reader is mounted so thateven at maximum tilt or pitch, the reader still is angled with respect to the surface
being read.
Code module size

The size of a code element (typically the smallest bar) in Mils.

Codes per minute

The maximum number of codes that pass in front of the reader location per
minute.

Codes per image

The number of codes visible at the same time.

Trigger and output signal requirements

Whether an external trigger signal is available or a discrete output signal isrequired.

The following sections describe typical application envelopes for typical DataMan code reading applications, along withsuggested configuration values.

Tote Scanning
Tote scanning applications typically involve reading a single barcode that is relatively well-fixtured.

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The following table lists typical values for this application:
Parameter

Typical Values

Line speed

50 FPM

Nominal working distance

6-12"

Working distance range+/- 5"

Working width

6"

Tilt, pitch, and rotation+/- 2°

Code module size

20 MilCodes per minute

20-30

Trigger and output signals

Optional

Side ScanningSide scanning applications typically involve reading a single barcode at a consistent distance but a variable offset.

The following table lists typical values for this application:

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Parameter

Typical Values

Line speed

200-300 FPM

Nominal working distance

6-12"

Working distance range+/- 1"

Working width

12-24"

Tilt, pitch, and rotation+/- 2°

Code module size

20 MilCodes per minute100-200

Trigger and output signals

Optional

Side Scanning (Large Field)
Side scanning applications typically involve reading a single barcode at a consistent distance but a variable offset.
The following table lists typical values for this application:
Parameter

Typical Values

Line speed

200-300 FPM

Nominal working distance

6-12"

Working distance range+/- 1"

Working width

12-24"

Tilt, pitch, and rotation+/- 2°

Code module size

20 MilCodes per minute100-200

Trigger and output signals

Optional

Print Verification (Carton Coding and Print & Apply)This configuration reads and verifies codes from packages immediately after they are applied. The codes may be printed
directly on the object (carton coding) or on a label (print & apply).

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The following table lists the typical values for this application:
Parameter

Typical Values

Line speed

200-300 FPM

Nominal working distance

5-10"

Working distance range+/- 0.5"

Working width

2-4"Tilt, pitch, and rotation+/- 2° (pitch, tilt, and rotation)

Code module size

20 MilCodes per minute

up to 200

Trigger and output signals

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Manual Presentation ScanningThis configuration reads codes from objects presented manually.

The following table lists the typical values for this application:
Parameter

Typical Values

Line speed

N/A

Nominal working distance

10-20"

Working distance range+/- 10-Working width

10-20

Tilt, pitch, and rotation+/- 20° (pitch and tilt)
360° (rotation)

Code module size

20 MilCodes per minute

10-20

Trigger and output signals

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Precautions
To reduce the risk of injury or equipment damage, observe the following precautions when you install the Cognex product:lRoute cables and wires away from high-current wiring or high-voltage power sources to reduce the risk of damage or
malfunction from the following causes: over-voltage, line noise, electrostatic discharge (ESD), power surges, or otherirregularities in the power supply.

lChanges or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for regulatory compliance could void theuser’s authority to operate the equipment.

lEnsure that the cable bend radius begins at least six inches from the connector. Cable shielding can be degraded orcables can be damaged or wear out faster if a service loop or bend radius is tighter than 10X the cable diameter.

lThis device is certified for office use only and if used at home, there can be frequency interference problems.

lThis device should be used in accordance with the instructions in this manual.

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All specifications are for reference purposes only and can change without notice.

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