Matrix 300N™

PRODUCT REFERENCE GUIDE

Image Based Reader

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Original Instructions
This manual refers to software version 1.8.2 and later.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREFACE .................................................................................................................VII
About this Manual .......................................................................................................... vii
Manual Conventions .......................................................................................................................... vii
Technical Support .......................................................................................................... vii
Support Through the Website ........................................................................................................... vii
Reseller Technical Support .............................................................................................................. viii
.................................................................................................................................... viii
COMPLIANCE ............................................................................................................IX
General .......................................................................................................................... ix
Power Supply ................................................................................................................. ix
EMC Compliance ............................................................................................................. ix
CE Compliance ................................................................................................................ ix
FCC Compliance ............................................................................................................... x
EAC Compliance ............................................................................................................... x
LED Safety ...................................................................................................................... x
Laser Safety .................................................................................................................... x
HANDLING ...............................................................................................................XII
GENERAL VIEW .......................................................................................................XIV
RAPID CONFIGURATION.............................................................................................. 1
Step 1 - Connect the System ............................................................................................ 1
CBX100/CBX500 Pinout for Matrix 300N ...................................................................................2
Step 2 - Mount and Position the Reader ............................................................................ 3
Step 3 - Aim and Autofocus the Reader ............................................................................. 4
Step 4 - X-PRESS Configuration ....................................................................................... 6
Aim .......................................................................................................................................................6
Setup ....................................................................................................................................................6
Learn ....................................................................................................................................................7
Reset Reader to Factory Default Environment (Optional) ........................................................8
Step 5 - Installing [Link] Configuration Program ........................................................... 9
Device Discovery .......................................................................................................................10
Step 6 - Device Configuration ......................................................................................... 13
Automatic or Advanced Setup ..........................................................................................................13
Automatic Setup .......................................................................................................................14
Advanced Setup for Software Adjustable Focus Models (Liquid Lens) .................................16
Advanced Setup for Manual Adjustable Focus Models ...........................................................23
Reading Phase ...........................................................................................................................30
Good Read Setup .......................................................................................................................31
Data Formatting ........................................................................................................................32
Output Setup .............................................................................................................................33
Step 7 - Test Mode ......................................................................................................... 34
Advanced Reader Configuration ...................................................................................... 35
Host Mode Programming .................................................................................................................35
INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................ 36
Product Description ........................................................................................................ 36
Standard Application Program .................................................................................................37
Programmability .......................................................................................................................37

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Excellent Performance .............................................................................................................38

Ease of Setup and Use ..............................................................................................................38
Flexible Solution .......................................................................................................................38
Industrial Connectivity ..............................................................................................................38
Versatility ..................................................................................................................................39
Industrial Strength .................................................................................................................... 39
Indicator and Keypad Button ...........................................................................................40
ID-NET ..........................................................................................................................41
X-PRESS Human Machine Interface ................................................................................43
X-PRESS Functions ........................................................................................................................... 43
Test Mode ..................................................................................................................................44
Aim/Autofocus .......................................................................................................................... 44
Setup ......................................................................................................................................... 44
Learn ......................................................................................................................................... 45
Diagnostic Indication .........................................................................................................................45
Model Description ...........................................................................................................46
Lighting System Notes ..................................................................................................................... 46
Available Models ............................................................................................................47
Accessories ....................................................................................................................48
Application Examples .....................................................................................................50
Document Handling .......................................................................................................................... 50
Deformed or Overprinted Code Reading ..........................................................................................50
Direct Part Marking ........................................................................................................................... 51
Ink-Jet Printing Technology .............................................................................................................52
Laser Marking/Etching Technology ................................................................................................. 52
INSTALLATION......................................................................................................... 53
Package Contents ...........................................................................................................53
Mechanical Dimensions ...................................................................................................54
Mounting And Positioning Matrix 300N ............................................................................57
CBX ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS .............................................................................. 60
Power Supply .................................................................................................................62
Standard Models ............................................................................................................................... 62
Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Models ................................................................................................. 62
Main Serial Interface ......................................................................................................65
RS232 Interface .................................................................................................................................65
RS422 Full Duplex Interface .............................................................................................................66
ID-NET Interface ............................................................................................................67
ID-NET Cables ...................................................................................................................................67
ID-NET Response Time ..................................................................................................................... 68
ID-NET Network Termination .......................................................................................................... 68
ID-NET Connection Diagrams .......................................................................................................... 69
Auxiliary RS232 Interface ...............................................................................................72
Inputs ............................................................................................................................73
External Trigger Input Connections Using Matrix 300N Power ...................................................... 74
External Trigger Input Connections Using External Power ............................................................76
Input 2 Connections Using Matrix 300N Power ...............................................................................77
Input 2 Connections Using External Power ..................................................................................... 77
Input 3 Connections (CBX500 Only) ..................................................................................................78
Outputs ..........................................................................................................................79
Output 1 and 2 Connections Using Matrix 300N Power .................................................................. 80
Output 3 Connections Using Matrix 300N Power (CBX500 Only) ...................................................82
On-Board Ethernet Interface ...........................................................................................83
User Interface - Serial Host ............................................................................................83
TYPICAL LAYOUTS ................................................................................................... 84
Ethernet Connection .......................................................................................................85
Serial Connection ...........................................................................................................87
Fieldbus Connection .......................................................................................................88
Pass-Through .................................................................................................................89
ID-NET Multidata Network (Pass-Through) ......................................................................90
ID-NET Synchronized Network ........................................................................................91

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READING FEATURES ................................................................................................ 92

FOV Calculation ............................................................................................................. 92
Global FOV Diagrams ..................................................................................................... 93
1.3 MP Manual Adjustable Focus Models 6 mm (66°) .....................................................................94
1.3 MP Software Adjustable Liquid Lens Models 9 mm (40°) ........................................................95
1.3 MP Manual Adjustable Focus Models 9 mm (41°) .....................................................................96
1.3 MP Manual Adjustable Focus Models 12 mm (32°) ...................................................................97
1.3 MP Manual Adjustable Focus Models 16 mm (24°) ...................................................................98
2 MP Software Adjustable Liquid Lens Models 9 mm (45°) ...........................................................99
2 MP Software Adjustable Liquid Lens Models 16 mm (25°) .......................................................100
Reading Diagrams ........................................................................................................ 101
Matrix 300N 4x1-0xx (6 mm manual) 1D Codes (66°) ..................................................................102
Matrix 300N 4x1-x00 (6 mm manual) 2D Codes (66°) ..................................................................108
Matrix 300N 4x3-0xx (9 mm manual) 1D Codes (41°) ..................................................................111
Matrix 300N 4x3-0xx (9 mm manual) 2D Codes (41°) ..................................................................114
Matrix 300N 4x4-0xx (12 mm manual) 1D Codes (32°) ................................................................117
Matrix 300N 4x4-0xx (12 mm manual) 2D Codes (32°) ................................................................121
Matrix 300N 4x5-0xx (16 mm manual) 1D Codes (24°) ................................................................125
Matrix 300N 4x5-0xx (16 mm manual) 2D Codes (24°) ................................................................129
Maximum Line Speed and Exposure Time Calculations .................................................. 132
SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION .................................................................................. 134
[Link] System Requirements .................................................................................... 134
Reader Configuration ................................................................................................... 135
Auto-Calibration ..............................................................................................................................135
Manual Calibration ..........................................................................................................................137
Under-exposure ......................................................................................................................137
Over-exposure ........................................................................................................................138
Moving code out of the Field of View .....................................................................................139
Multi Image Acquisition Settings ................................................................................... 140
Automatic Image Settings Selection ..............................................................................................141
External Image Settings Selection .................................................................................................142
Extending DOF with Automatic Image Settings Selection (Cycle All In Same Phase) for Liquid
Lens Models ................................................................................................................ 144
Extending DOF with Automatic Image Settings Selection Sequence (Input Select) for Liquid
Lens Models ................................................................................................................ 145
Image Cropping ............................................................................................................ 147
Image Filter ................................................................................................................. 150
Pass-Through Configurations ........................................................................................ 155
Internal Network Configurations ................................................................................... 156
Master Configuration ......................................................................................................................157
Multidata ID-NET Network Configurations ....................................................................................159
Synchronized ID-NET Network Configurations .............................................................................163
Verify Master/Slave Synchronized Configuration ..........................................................................167
Backup and Restore Through [Link] ......................................................................... 170
Backup .............................................................................................................................................171
Restore ............................................................................................................................................172
Replacement ....................................................................................................................................173
Restore Defaults .......................................................................................................... 174
Restore Default Startup Configuration ...........................................................................................174
Restore Default Environment .........................................................................................................175
Restore Factory Defaults ................................................................................................................176
Diagnostic Alarms ........................................................................................................ 176
Statistics ..................................................................................................................... 177
BM150 Display Module Configuration and Messages ...................................................... 178
Configuration Through [Link] ....................................................................................................178
Accessing the HMI Interface Through Keypad and Display Menu .................................................178
Display Messages ............................................................................................................................180
BM150 Backup and Restore Procedure .........................................................................................183
ILLUMINATORS ...................................................................................................... 184
Standard Illuminators (Wide, Medium, and Narrow Angle) ............................................. 184

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Wide Angle Illuminator combinations ............................................................................................186

1.3 MP models with Wide Angle Red Illuminator (41x-0xx) .................................................186
1.3 MP models with Wide Angle White Illuminator (45x-0xx) ..............................................186
2 MP models with Wide Angle Red Illuminator (71x-0xx) ....................................................186
2 MP models with Wide Angle White Illuminator (75x-0xx) .................................................187
Medium Angle Illuminator combinations .......................................................................................187
1.3 MP models with Medium Angle Red Illuminator (42x-0xx) ............................................187
2 MP models with Medium Angle Red Illuminator (72x-0xx) ...............................................187
2 MP models with Medium Angle White Illuminator (79x-0xx) ............................................188
Narrow Angle Illuminator combinations .......................................................................................188
1.3 MP models with Narrow Angle Red Illuminator (43x-0xx) ............................................188
1.3 MP models with Narrow Angle White Illuminator (46x-0xx) .........................................188
Diffused Red Illuminator ............................................................................................... 189
Examples for DPM Applications .....................................................................................................190
MLT-DPM Illuminator ................................................................................................... 192
Examples for DPM Applications .....................................................................................................194
Polarized Illuminators ................................................................................................... 196
Direct Part Marking Applications ................................................................................... 199
Matrix 300N Recommended Illumination for DPM .......................................................... 200
Illumination Examples for DPM Applications ................................................................................201
Code Positioning with Respect to Illumination ......................................................................201
Color Contrast Considerations for DPM Applications ...................................................................202
Lighting System Working Distances ............................................................................... 204
Matrix 300N 2MP Illumination Guidelines ...................................................................... 205
MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................................... 206
Cleaning ...................................................................................................................... 206
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................... 207
General Guidelines ....................................................................................................... 207
TECHNICAL FEATURES .......................................................................................... 210
Electrical Features ....................................................................................................... 210
Optical Features ........................................................................................................... 211
Environmental Features ............................................................................................... 211
Physical Features ......................................................................................................... 212
Software Features ........................................................................................................ 212
Code Quality Metrics ..................................................................................................... 213
User Interface .............................................................................................................. 213
ALTERNATIVE CONNECTIONS................................................................................. 214
Power, Com and I/O Connector ...................................................................................... 214
On-Board Ethernet Connector ....................................................................................... 216
Power over Ethernet (PoE) Models ................................................................................................217
ID-NET Network Termination ........................................................................................ 219
Inputs .......................................................................................................................... 219
Outputs ........................................................................................................................ 220
User Interface - Serial Host .......................................................................................... 222
GLOSSARY ............................................................................................................. 223

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PREFACE

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

This Product Reference Guide (PRG) is provided for users seeking advanced technical
information, including connection, programming, maintenance and specifications. The
Quick Reference Guide (QRG) and other publications associated with this product can
be downloaded free of charge from the website listed on the back cover of this manual.

Manual Conventions
The following conventions are used in this document:
The symbols listed below are used in this manual to notify the reader of key issues or
procedures that must be observed when using the reader:

Notes contain information necessary for properly diagnosing, repairing and

operating the reader.
NOTE

The CAUTION symbol advises you of actions that could damage equipment
or property.
CAUTION

The WARNING symbol advises you of actions that could result in harm or
injury to the person performing the task.
WARNING

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Support Through the Website

Datalogic provides several services as well as technical support through its website. Log
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For quick access, from the home page click on the search icon , and type in the name of
the product you’re looking for. This allows you access to download Data Sheets, Manu-
als, Software & Utilities, and Drawings.
Hover over the Support & Service menu for access to Services and Technical Support.

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Reseller Technical Support

An excellent source for technical assistance and information is an authorized Datalogic
reseller. A reseller is acquainted with specific types of businesses, application software,
and computer systems and can provide individualized assistance.

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GENERAL
For installation, use and maintenance it is not necessary to open the reader.

Only connect Ethernet and dataport connections to a network which has routing only
within the plant or building and no routing outside the plant or building.

POWER SUPPLY
ATTENTION: READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE INSTALLING THE PRODUCT
This product is intended to be installed by Qualified Personnel only.
This product is intended to be connected to a UL Listed Computer (LPS or “Class 2”)
which supplies power directly to the reader, or a UL Listed Direct Plug-in Power Unit
(rated 10 to 30 V, minimum 1 A) marked LPS or “Class 2”, or Power over Ethernet source
Device supplied by UL Listed Direct Plug-in Power Unit marked LPS or “Class 2”.

EMC COMPLIANCE
In order to meet the EMC requirements:
• connect reader chassis to the plant earth ground by means of a flat copper braid
shorter than 100 mm;
• connect pin "Earth" of the CBX connection box to a good Earth Ground;
• for direct connections, connect your cable shield to the locking ring nut of the con-
nector.

CE COMPLIANCE
CE marking states the compliance of the product with essential requirements listed in
the applicable European directive. Since the directives and applicable standards are
subject to continuous updates, and since Datalogic promptly adopts these updates, the
EU declaration of conformity is a living document. The EU declaration of conformity is
available for competent authorities and customers through Datalogic commercial refer-
ence contacts. The main European directives applicable to Datalogic products require
inclusion of an adequate analysis and assessment of the risk(s). This evaluation was car-
ried out in relation to the applicable points of the standards listed in the Declaration of
Conformity. Datalogic products are mainly designed for integration purposes into more

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complex systems. For this reason it is under the responsibility of the system integrator
to perform a new risk assessment regarding the final installation.

Warning
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio inter-
ference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

FCC COMPLIANCE
Modifications or changes to this equipment without the expressed written approval of
Datalogic could void the authority to use the equipment.
This device complies with PART 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the follow-
ing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide rea-
sonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio fre-
quency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment
in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his/her own expense.

EAC COMPLIANCE
Customs Union:
The CU Conformity certification has been achieved; this allows the Product to bear the
Eurasian Mark of conformity.

LED SAFETY
LED emission according to EN 62471.

LASER SAFETY
The Matrix 300N internal illuminators contain two aiming Laser LEDs used to position
the reader.
This product conforms to the applicable requirements of IEC 60825-1 and complies with
21 CFR 1040.10 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice N° 50, date June 24,
2007. This product is classified as a Class 2 laser product according to IEC 60825-1 regu-
lations.

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than

those specified herein may result in exposure to hazardous visible laser
light.
WARNING

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 LASER SAFETY

Disconnect the power supply when opening the device during maintenance or installa-
tion to avoid exposure to hazardous laser light. The laser beam can be switched on or
off through a software command.

Figure 1 - General Matrix 300N Warning Labels

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HANDLING
The Matrix 300N is designed to be used in an industrial environment and is built to with-
stand vibration and shock when correctly installed, however it is also a precision prod-
uct and therefore before and during installation it must be handled correctly to avoid
damage.

• avoid that the readers are dropped (exceeding shock limits)

• do not fine tune the positioning by striking the reader or bracket.

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• do not weld the reader into position which can cause electrostatic, heat or reading
window damage.

• do not spray paint near the reader which can cause reading window damage.

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GENERAL VIEW

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Connector block )
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rotates to 90° position

Figure 1 - Matrix 300N™ 1.3 MP Software Adjustable Focus (Liquid Lens) Models

Power - Serial Interfaces - I/O Con-

! Device Class and Warning Labels (
nector
" Bracket Mounting Holes (4) ) Ethernet Connector
# Good Read LED (green) * No Read LED (red)
$ Lens Cover + Aiming System Laser Pointers
% HMI X-PRESS Interface , Ethernet Connection LED
& Lens - Power On LED
' Internal Illuminator

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 GENERAL VIEW

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Figure B

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rotates to 90° position

Figure 2 - Matrix 300N™ 1.3 MP Manual Adjustable Focus Models

! Device Class and Warning Labels ( Internal Illuminator

Power - Serial Interfaces - I/O Con-
" Bracket Mounting Holes (4) )
nector
# Good Read LED (green) * Ethernet Connector
$ Lens Cover + No Read LED (red)
% HMI X-PRESS Interface , Aiming System Laser Pointers
& Lens - Ethernet Connection LED
' Focus Adjustment Screw . Power On LED

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Figure C

Connector block ) (
rotates to 90° position

Figure 3 - Matrix 300N™ 2 MPSoftware Adjustable Focus (Liquid Lens) Models

Power - Serial Interfaces - I/O Con-

! Device Class and Warning Labels (
nector
" Bracket Mounting Holes (4) ) Ethernet Connector
# Good Read LED (green) * No Read LED (red)
$ Lens Cover + Aiming System Laser Pointers
% HMI X-PRESS Interface , Ethernet Connection LED
& Lens - Power On LED
' Internal Illuminator

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CHAPTER 1
RAPID CONFIGURATION

STEP 1 - CONNECT THE SYSTEM

To connect the system in a Stand Alone configuration, you need the hardware
indicated in Figure 1. In this layout the data is transmitted to the Host on the main
serial interface. Data can also be transmitted on the RS232 auxiliary interface irrespec-
tive of the main interface selection.

When One Shot or Phase Mode Operating mode is used, the reader is activated by an
External Trigger (photoelectric sensor) when the object enters its reading zone.

PG6000
Host

!
CAB-DSxx-S

Matrix 300N
CBX

! Main Serial Interface

(RS232 or RS422 Full-Duplex)
" External Trigger
(for One Shot or Phase Mode)

I/O, Aux
"

Figure 4 - Matrix 300N in Stand Alone Layout

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CBX100/CBX500 Pinout for Matrix 300N

The table below gives the pinout of the CBX100/CBX500 terminal block connectors. Use
this pinout when the Matrix 300N reader is connected by means of the CBX100/
CBX500:

CBX100/500 Terminal Block Connectors

Input Power Outputs

Vdc Power Supply Input Voltage + +V Power Source - Outputs

GND Power Supply Input Voltage - -V Power Reference - Outputs
Earth Protection Earth Ground O1+ Output 1+
O1- Output 1-

Inputs 02+ Output 2+

+V Power Source - External Trigger O2- Output 2-

I1A External Trigger A (polarity insensitive)
O3A Output 3 (CBX500 only)
I1B External Trigger B (polarity insensitive)

-V Power Reference - External Trigger Auxiliary Interface

+V Power Source - Inputs TX

I1A Input 2 A (polarity insensitive) RX
I2B Input 2 B (polarity insensitive) SGND

-V Power Reference - Inputs ID-NET™

Shield REF Network Reference

Shield Network Cable Shield ID+ ID-NET network +

ID- ID-NET network -

Main Interface

RS232 RS422 Full-Duplex

TX TX+
- TX-

RX a
RX+
- *RX-
SGND SGND

a. Do not leave floating, see RS232 Interface for connection details

Do not connect GND, SGND and REF to different (external) ground refer-
ences. GND, SGND and REF are internally connected through filtering cir-
cuitry, which can be permanently damaged if subjected to voltage drops
CAUTION over 0.8 Vdc.

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 STEP 2 - MOUNT AND POSITION THE READER

STEP 2 - MOUNT AND POSITION THE READER

1. To mount the Matrix 300N, use the mounting brackets to obtain the most suitable
position for the reader. The most common mounting configuration is shown in the
figure below.

Skew

Tilt

Figure 5 - Positioning with Mounting Bracket

2. When mounting the Matrix 300N, take into consideration these three ideal label
position angles: Pitch or Skew 10° to 20° and Tilt 0°, although the reader can read
a code at any tilt angle provided the code fits into the Field Of View (FOV).
Skew
Tilt assure at least 10°
any angle
inside FOV
Pitch
Minimize
No Pitch,
Tilt or Skew

FOVH

FOVV

Figure 6 - Pitch, Skew and Tilt References

3. Refer to the reading diagrams in Chapter 6 to determine the distance your reader
should be positioned at.

Rapid Configuration of the Matrix 300N reader can be made either through
the X-PRESS™ interface (steps 3-4) which requires no PC connection, or
by using the [Link] Configuration Program (steps 5-6). Select the pro-
NOTE cedure according to your needs.

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STEP 3 - AIM AND AUTOFOCUS THE READER

(Liquid Lens Models only)
Matrix 300N provides a built-in laser pointer aiming system to aid reader positioning.
For Liquid Lens models, the autofocus feature is also incorporated into this function.
The aiming system is accessed through the X-PRESS Interface.

1. Power the reader on. During the reader startup (reset or restart phase), all the
LEDs blink for one second. On the reverse side of the reader near the bracket, the
“POWER ON” LED (blue) indicates the reader is correctly powered.

2. Place the Grade A Barcode Test Chart in front of the reader at the correct reading
distance for your application. See the Global FOV Diagrams for reference.

3. Enter the Aim/Autofocus function by pressing and holding the X-PRESS push but-
ton until the Aim LED is on.

4. Release the button to enter the Aim function. The laser pointers turn on, and the
Autofocus procedure begins, see Figure . The Aim LED will blink until the proce-
dure is completed.

Within 3 seconds (before the reader flashes), center one of the larger codes on
the aiming system pointers (the code must not move during this procedure).

The Autofocus procedure ends when the Reading Distance and PPI values are suc-
cessfully saved in the reader memory, the Aim LED will stop blinking and Matrix
300N emits 3 high pitched beeps.

If the Autofocus cannot be reached after a timeout of about 3 (three) minutes,

Matrix 300N will exit without saving the parameters to memory, the Aim LED will
stop blinking and in this case Matrix 300N emits a long low pitched beep.

Figure 7 - X-PRESS Interface; Aim/Autofocus Function

You can exit the Aim/Autofocus function at any time by pressing the
X-PRESS push button once. After a short delay the Autofocus procedure
is canceled and the laser pointers turn off.
NOTE

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(Manual Adjustable Focus Models only)

The Matrix 300N manual adjustable focus models are factory focused to a precise Read-
ing Distance. If the distance is compatible with your application, you can use the X-
PRESS Interface to install the reader, if not, use the [Link] procedure described in
step 6 “Advanced Setup for Manual Adjustable Focus Models”.

Place the reader at the factory focused Reading Distance and go to step 4.

Matrix 300N 4x1-0xx 6 mm lens = 85 mm

Matrix 300N 4x3-0xx 9 mm lens = 180 mm
Matrix 300N 4x4-0xx 12 mm lens = 250 mm
Matrix 300N 4x5-0xx 16 mm lens = 320 mm

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STEP 4 - X-PRESS CONFIGURATION

Once Matrix 300N is focused at the correct reading distance, you must configure it for
optimal code reading relative to your application.

Aim
1. Enter the Aim function by pressing and hold-
ing the X-PRESS push button until the Aim LED
is on.

2. Release the button to enter the Aim function.

The laser pointers turn on.

3. Select a single code from your application.

Position the code at the center of the FOV Figure 8 - X-PRESS Interface: Aim
(equidistant from the aiming indicators. Function
For Liquid Lens models, the reader may start flashing
and try to perform autofocus, however this will have no
effect on the application specific code; it can be ignored.

Exit the Aim function by pressing the X-PRESS

push button once. After a short delay the Aim
function is canceled and the laser pointers
turn off.

Setup
4. Enter the Setup function by pressing and
holding the X-PRESS push button until
the Setup LED is on.

5. Release the button to enter the Setup

function. The Setup LED will blink until
the procedure is completed.

The Setup procedure ends when the Figure 8 - X-PRESS Interface:

Image Acquisition parameters are suc- Setup Function
cessfully saved in the reader memory, the
Setup LED will stop blinking and Matrix
300N emits 3 high pitched beeps.

If the calibration cannot be reached after

a timeout of about 5 (five) seconds,
Matrix 300N will exit without saving the
parameters to memory, the Setup LED
will stop blinking and in this case Matrix
300N emits a long low pitched beep.

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 STEP 4 - X-PRESS CONFIGURATION

Learn
4. Enter the Learn function by pressing and
holding the X-PRESS push button until the
Learn LED is on.

5. Release the button to enter the Learn func-

tion. The Learn LED will blink until the proce-
dure is completed.
The Learn procedure ends when the Image
Processing and Decoding parameters for a sin- Figure 9 - X-PRESS Interface:
gle code are successfully saved in the reader
Learn Function
memory, the Green Spot is activated, the
Learn LED will stop blinking and Matrix 300N
emits 3 high pitched beeps1.
If the autolearning cannot be reached after a time-
out of about 3 (three) minutes, Matrix 300N will
exit without saving the parameters to memory, the
Learn LED will stop blinking and in this case Matrix
300N emits a long low pitched beep.

1. The Code Autolearn procedure will not recognize

the following symbologies: Postal Codes, Phar-
macode, MSI, Standard 2 of 5, Matrix 2 of 5.

The Grade A Barcode Test Chart cannot be used to set the Code 128 sym-
bology (even though the reader successfully reads the code). Use the
application specific code if you need to set this symbology.
NOTE

When using X-PRESS or the BM150 menu to perform Auto-Learn, only a

single code can be configured (successive Learns will substitute the cur-
rent code). To configure multiple codes, use the [Link] Auto-Learn pro-
NOTE cedure.

You can always exit from any X-PRESS function at any time by pressing
the X-PRESS push button once. After a short delay the procedure is can-
celed.
NOTE

If you have used this procedure to configure Matrix 300N, go to step 7.

NOTE

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Reset Reader to Factory Default Environment (Optional)

If it ever becomes necessary to reset the reader’s Environment parameters to their fac-
tory default values, you can perform this procedure by holding the X-PRESS push button
pressed while powering up the reader. You must keep the X-PRESS push button pressed
until all LEDs blink simultaneously for about 3 seconds. Release and re-press the but-
ton during this LED blinking sequence.

All the device Environment parameters are reset including the default IP Address. The
Matrix 300N emits 3 high pitched beeps and after a few seconds enters run mode.

Any previously saved configurations on the device will remain in memory, but the
Default configuration is set as the startup configuration.

If you release the button while the LEDs are all on continuously (after the
blinking phase), the reader will enter the Loader program sequence and
the LEDs will begin to cycle through various patterns. Just cycle power to
NOTE return to run mode.

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STEP 5 - INSTALLING [Link] CONFIGURATION PROGRAM

[Link] does not currently support Windows Embedded (often used in

industrial PCs and/or PLCs).
CAUTION

[Link] is a Datalogic reader configuration tool providing several important advan-

tages:
• Intuitive Graphical User Interface for rapid configuration
• Defined configuration directly stored in the reader
• Discovery and IP address setting features to facilitate remote configuration
• Device Monitoring

To install [Link]:

1. On the PC that will be used for configuration (running Windows 7, 8.1, or 10), down-
load the [Link] [Link] file. Extract the files maintaining the folder structure
and run the [Link] file to access the installation pop-up. Click on the Install
[Link] link to run the installation program and follow the installation procedure.

To perform a “silent” installation (without user input), see the [Link]

User’s Guide.
NOTE

2. When the installation is complete, the [Link] entry is created in the Start>Pro-
grams bar under “Datalogic” as well as a desktop icon. Double-click the desktop
icon to run it.

This configuration procedure assumes a laptop computer running [Link] is connected

to a factory default reader through the Ethernet port.

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Device Discovery
The User Interface opens and displays a list of all the devices belonging to the Local Area
Network. [Link] has a discovery feature to accomplish this task.

Figure 10 - Device Discovery

The discovery feature will also show devices not belonging to the LAN and display them
in gray (see Figure Figure 10).

3. First the device must be added to the LAN by aligning its IP Address to the net-
work. The network administrator should provide valid LAN address(es).

4. Find your device in the list by matching its serial number (SN) then click on the
device wrench icon to open the Device Environment Configuration window.

5. Change the Ethernet Settings (IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway Address etc.)
according to the network requirements.

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Figure 11 - Device Environment Configuration Window

6. Click OK; the device will reappear in the list of Online Devices (in color) meaning it
is now part of the LAN and can be configured. The new IP address will also be dis-
played.

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7. Double-click on the device icon or drag it into the Selected Device Information
Area. Details about the device will be displayed in this area.

Figure 12 - [Link] Opening Window

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STEP 6 - DEVICE CONFIGURATION

Automatic or Advanced Setup

Automatic Setup provides an automatic procedure for setting: optical/illumination,
reading distance (for software adjustable focus liquid lens models), and code definition
parameters to obtain the most stable decoding conditions for a single code symbology
based on the images presented to the reader. It can be set to include Image Filters if
necessary. See the table below for codes and filters managed by Automatic Setup. Auto-
matic Setup is especially useful for DPM applications.

Enabled 1D Codes Enabled 2D Codes Enabled Filters

CODE 128 DATAMATRIX ECC 200 ERODE 3x3, 5x5 and

EAN 128 QR 7x7
CODE 39 MICRO QR DILATE 3x3, 5x5 and
7x7
CODE 93 AZTEC
SMOOTHING
CODABAR MAXICODE
PDF417 DOTCODE
MICRO PDF417
GS1 DATABAR
GS1 DATABAR STACKED
GS1 DATABAR LIMITED
GS1 DATABAR EXPANDED
GS1 DATABAR EXPANDED
STACKED
UPCEAN FAMILY EAN13
UPCEAN FAMILY EAN8
UPCEAN FAMILY UPCA
UPCEAN FAMILY UPCE

Advanced Setup provides access to the complete array of optical/illumination, software

and manual focusing adjustment, and code definition parameters that can be fine-
tuned semi-automatically and manually to obtain the best results for applications of any
complexity.

If your application requires multiple code symbologies, multiple image

settings, Code Grading or other parameter settings for decoding, then use
the Advanced Setup, see Advanced Setup for Software Adjustable Focus
NOTE Models (Liquid Lens).

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Automatic Setup
To begin configuration, the reader must be correctly mounted so that its Field of View
covers the application reading area.

1. From the Task Area select Open Device Configuration.

2. The Open Device Configuration window opens showing the list of currently saved
configurations (jobs) saved on the device. For new devices, the only saved job is
the Default configuration. Click OK. The device enters run mode and begins acquir-
ing images.

3. Place the application code in front of the reader at the correct application reading
distance.

4. Click on the Pause button to stop image acquisition.

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If the image display area is too dark to see the images being captured,
you can drag the Gain and Exposure Time sliders (circled in red in the fig-
ure above) to the right to increase visibility. This will not affect Automatic
NOTE Setup.

5. Click on the Start Automatic Setup button. The following window is displayed:

6. Select the correct reading conditions: Static or Dynamic Tuning, 1D or 2D code,

Include Image Filtering (to find the best decoding condition).

7. Click Start to begin the procedure. The reader begins acquiring images. At the end
of the procedure the Status: Completed message appears. You can Close the
Automatic Setup window.

Your reader is now optimized for decoding. Continue with the Reading Phase configura-
tion described on page 30.

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Advanced Setup for Software Adjustable Focus Models (Liquid

Lens)

For Manual Adjustable Focus models go to page 23 then continue the con-
figuration with the "Reading Phase" on page 30.
NOTE

To begin configuration, the reader must be correctly mounted at the correct reading dis-
tance for your application so that its Field of View covers the application reading area.

1. From the Task Area select Open Device Configuration.

2. The Open Device Configuration window opens showing the list of currently saved
configurations (jobs) saved on the device. For new devices, the only saved job is
the Default configuration. Click OK. The device enters run mode and begins acquir-
ing images.

3. Click on the Advanced Setup button and press the Play icon.

4. Place the Grade A Barcode Test Chart in the reading area. Once positioned, stop
image acquisition by clicking on the Pause button.

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5. Click the Image Settings branch and then click the Image Auto Setup button to
automatically acquire the best exposure time and gain values.

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6. Select the Static or Dynamic Self-Tuning option; Start Autolearn and Apply to the
Image Settings.

For applications having multiple lighting or code reading conditions, up to

10 different Image Settings can be configured by adding them with the

NOTE icon.

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7. Now select the General Image Settings branch and click on the Focus Autolearn
button.

The Reading Distance value is not sig-

nificant until the Focus Autolearn pro-
cedure ends successfully.

8. The Calibrate dialog box opens allowing you to start the procedure. Click Start.

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At the end of the calibration you can see the new Reading Distance and Image Density
(PPI) values as well as the FOV dimensions. Click Apply.

To enlarge the visual image of the code view, you can click on the zoom

image icon repositioning it on the code.

NOTE

At this point it is probably a good idea to save the configuration from tem-
porary memory to permanent memory giving it a specific name.
NOTE

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9. Now place an application specific code in front of the reader and repeat only the
Image Auto-Setup to register any changes in lighting or code surface contrast.

10. Click on the Data Matrix ECC 200 symbology under the Image Settings branch
(enabled by default). If this symbology is among those in your application it will be

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shown in the image display with its code symbology name and a small green box
around it indicating it is decoded.

The large green box for each symbol indicates the code localization area
which by default is equal to the maximum FoV. It can be resized and
moved by dragging its borders with the mouse. The code must be found
NOTE within this area in order to be decoded.

11. Add your application specific codes to the Code Settings by selecting them from
the icons over the Configuration Parameters tree area. If the Data Matrix symbol-
ogy is not used, then delete it from the Code Settings with the Delete icon.
If you don’t know the code type, you can use the Code Autolearn feature by click-
ing on the Code Autolearn icon.1 See the [Link] User’s Manual for details.

12. For each code symbology set the relative parameters according to your applica-
tion.

Continue the configuration with the "Reading Phase" on page 30.

NOTE

1. The Code Autolearn procedure will not recognize the following symbologies: Pharmacode, MSI,
Standard 2 of 5, Matrix 2 of 5.

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Advanced Setup for Manual Adjustable Focus Models

For Software Adjustable Focus models go to page 16 then continue the

configuration with the "Reading Phase" on page 30.
NOTE

To begin configuration, the reader must be correctly mounted at the correct reading dis-
tance for your application so that its Field of View covers the application reading area.

1. From the Task Area select Open Device Configuration.

2. The Open Device Configuration window opens showing the list of currently saved
configurations (jobs) saved on the device. For new devices, the only saved job is
the Default configuration. Click OK. The device enters run mode and begins acquir-
ing images.

3. Click on the Advanced Setup button and press the Play icon.

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4. Place the Grade A Barcode Test Chart in the reading area. Once positioned, stop
image acquisition by clicking on the Pause button.

5. Click the Image Settings branch and then click the Image Auto Setup button to
automatically acquire the best exposure time and gain values.

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6. Select the Static or Dynamic Self-Tuning option; Start the Image Auto Setup and
Apply to the Image Settings.

For applications having multiple lighting or code reading conditions, up to

10 different Image Settings can be configured by adding them with the

NOTE icon.

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For the next step you need to enable the Focus Calibration Tool from the Options>UI
Settings Configurations tab if not already enabled.

7. Now click on the Focus Calibration tab at the bottom of the window. The oscillo-
scope view is shown in the bottom panel and can be used for manual focus adjust-
ment.

The red line in the image panel above the oscilloscope must pass through the code. You
can click and drag the red line vertically to reposition it over the code.

To enlarge the visual image of the code and the oscilloscope views, you
can drag the Focus Calibration window up and click on the zoom image

NOTE icon repositioning it on the code.

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8. Click the Acquire PPI button to automatically set the Image Density so that Matrix
300N will function correctly and to the fullest extent of its capabilities. This proce-
dure is necessary for first time installation, or if the focal distance is changed.

At this point it is probably a good idea to save the configuration from tem-
porary memory to permanent memory giving it a specific name.
NOTE

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9. Now place an application specific code in front of the reader and only click the
Image Auto-Setup to register any changes in lighting or code surface contrast. Do
not repeat Focus Calibration or PPI.

10. Click on the Data Matrix ECC 200 symbology under the Image Settings branch
(enabled by default). If this symbology is among those in your application, it will

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be shown in the image display with its code symbology name and a small green
box around it indicating it is decoded.

The large green box for each symbol indicates the code localization area
which by default is equal to the maximum FoV. It can be resized and
moved by dragging its borders with the mouse. The code must be found
NOTE within this area in order to be decoded.

11. Add your application specific codes to the Code Settings by selecting them from
the icons over the Configuration Parameters tree area. If the Data Matrix symbol-
ogy is not used, then delete it from the Code Settings with the Delete icon.
If you don’t know the code type, you can use the Code Autolearn feature by click-
ing on the Code Autolearn icon.1 See the [Link] User’s Manual for details.

12. For each code symbology set the relative parameters according to your applica-
tion.

Continue the configuration with the "Reading Phase" on page 30.

NOTE

1. The Code Autolearn procedure will not recognize the following symbologies: Pharmacode, MSI,
Standard 2 of 5, Matrix 2 of 5.

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Reading Phase
1. Select your application specific Operating Mode from the icons over the Configu-
ration Parameters tree area: Continuous, One Shot, Phase Mode or PackTrack.

2. Configure the relative Operating Mode parameters from the Reading Phase
parameters panel. Different groups will appear in the panel depending on the
selected icons over the Configuration Parameters tree area.

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Good Read Setup

1. Select your specific data collection type from the icons over the Configuration
Parameters tree area: Code Collection, Code Combination, Presentation or Match
Code. Not all data collection types are available for all Operating Modes; for exam-
ple PackTrack Operating Mode only supports Code Combination. Incompatible
data collection types will be shown in gray and cannot be selected.
The following example shows Code Combination. By default, the Expected Codes
(when more than one code type is selected) are in logical AND, which means that
all codes are required to be decoded to produce a Good Read condition.

2. If a Good Read condition should be produced when any single code is decoded,
independent of the others, then they need to be combined in logical XOR. To do
this, drag the code icon(s) from their relative Expected Code box into the Expected
Code box of the XOR combination you wish to create. Then delete the empty box
by selecting it with the mouse (highlighted) and pressing the delete key on your
keyboard.

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To create a logical AND condition from a logical XOR, create a new Expected Code box
using the Add icon. Then drag the desired code icon from one box to the other.

Data Formatting
1. Configure your application specific Data Formatting Message(s) from the Configu-
ration Parameters tree area: Message 1, Message 2, etc.

You can add fields to the output message by clicking on the icons above the Message
Field area. They will be appended to the message. You can drag them to position them
between other fields in the message so that the output message is ordered according to
your application requirements.

Each field has its own relative configuration parameters in the parameters panel.

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Output Setup
1. Configure your application specific Digital Output(s) and Green/Red Spots (if used)
from the Configuration Parameters tree area: Output 1, Output 2, etc.

Save the configuration from temporary memory to permanent memory,

overwriting the previously saved configuration.
NOTE

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STEP 7 - TEST MODE

Use a code suitable to your application to test the reading performance of the system.

1. Enter the Test function by pressing and holding the X-PRESS push button until the
Test LED is on.

2. Release the button to enter the Test function.

Once entered, the Bar Graph on the five LEDs is activated and if the reader starts
reading codes, the Bar-Graph shows the Good Read Rate.

Figure 13 - X-PRESS Interface: Test Function

3. To exit the Test, press the X-PRESS push button once.

By default, the Test exits automatically after three minutes.

NOTE

The Bar Graph has the following meaning:

Figure 14 - Test Function Bar Graph

In case of No Read condition, only the STATUS LED is on and blinks.

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ADVANCED READER CONFIGURATION

For further details on advanced product configuration, refer to the [Link] User’s
Guide available in the [Link] Help menu.

Host Mode Programming

The reader can also be partially configured from a host computer using the Host Mode
programming procedure.

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INTRODUCTION

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Matrix 300N is a Datalogic industrial compact 2D imager designed and produced to be a
high performance affordable solution for both linear and two-dimensional code reading
applications.
Matrix 300N uses imaging technology and provides complete reading system functions
by integrating image capturing, decoding and communicating in a single compact and
versatile product.
Matrix 300N features excellent reading and verifying performance thanks to its smart
proprietary decoding libraries and powerful sensor. In particular, the device comes in
models with two different sensors: 1.3 megapixels and 2 megapixels.
Innovative X-PRESS interface, combined with illuminator laser pointers for aiming, auto-
focus and a Good Read Spot, enhance the ease of setup and use.
Rugged construction, IP65 and IP67 protection, and max. 50°C operative temperature
make the Matrix 300N the ideal product for industrial applications.

Matrix 300N has been developed for use in numerous industries like:

Automotive
• Parts and Assemblies Traceability
• DPM (Direct Part Marked) Code Grading and Trending1
• Tires Sorting

Electronics
• Parts Traceability and Control
• High Resolution Code Reading
• WIP Control and Tracking
• DPM (Direct Part Marked) Code Grading and Trending1

1. The code grading function evaluates the printing quality of the standard-compliant 2D codes in
the scanned images. This feature does not take into consideration external environmental
lighting parameters, therefore it cannot be equated with the official 2D code verification func-
tion.

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Distribution & Retail Industry

• Presentation Scanner
• Small Objects Tracking & Sorting
• Warehouse applications

Medical & Pharmaceutical

• Medical Devices Traceability
• Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing
• Chemical & Biomedical Analysis

Food & Beverage

• Work in Progress Traceability
• Code Quality Control

Intralogistics
• Carton reading
• Reusable Totes Traceability
• Automated Warehouse
• Automatic Picking Process Control

Packaging
• Label Print & Check
• Secondary Packaging Traceability
• End of Line Palletizing

This technology intrinsically provides omni-directional reading.

Standard Application Program

A Standard Application Program is factory-loaded onto Matrix 300N. This program con-
trols code reading, data formatting, serial port and Ethernet interfacing, and many
other operating and control parameters. It is completely user configurable from a Lap-
top or PC using the dedicated configuration software program [Link], provided on
the [Link] mini-DVD (downloaded .zip file or mini-DVD accessory).
There are different programmable operating modes to suit various code reading system
requirements.
Quick, automatic focus, positioning, calibration and code setting of the imager can be
accomplished using the X-PRESS button and LEDs on top of the reader without the
necessity of a PC.
The previous functions can also be performed through [Link], which includes visual
feedback from the reader. This allows verification of the exact positioning of the reader
and to maximize its reading performance.
Statistics on the reading performance can also be visualized through a dedicated win-
dow in [Link].

Programmability
If your requirements are not met by the Standard Application Program, Custom Applica-
tion Programs can be requested at your local Datalogic distributor.
Some of the main features of this reader are given below:

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Excellent Performance
• 1.3 MP or 2 MP sensor
• Powerful Internal Lighting Systems
• Outstanding decoding capability on 1D, 2D, Stacked, Postal symbologies
• Excellent performance on DPM applications
• Omni-directional reading
• Frame Rate up to 45 frames/sec
• Image Cropping for higher frame rate (up to 60 frames/sec)

Ease of Setup and Use

• Quick installation without PC by using X-PRESS interface for easy and intuitive
setup
• LED pointers for aiming
• Automatic Imager calibration and Code Settings
• Visual Feedback to verify exact code positioning in the Field of View and to maxi-
mize the reading performance
• Windows-based [Link] software to configure the reader parameters via PC
Ethernet interface
• User-defined database of Image Acquisition Settings (parameter sets)
• Smart Fast Bracket
• X-PRESS interface LEDs provide operational and performance feedback
• Green Spot and beeper for immediate Good Read feedback
• Different operating modes to suit various application requirements
• Multi Image Acquisition Settings for higher reader flexibility
• Image saving and storage with buffering capability
• Diagnostic software tools

Flexible Solution
• Electronic focus adjustment and dynamic focus through software controlled Liquid
Lens models
• Multi LED-Chains illuminator with diffuser for DPM applications
• High-power polarized illuminator for reflecting surfaces
• Continuous High Power Mode (CHPM) to eliminate the flickering effect
• Compact dimensions and rotating, sealed M12 connectors for easy integration/
installation in tight space
• Complete set of Accessories like mounting brackets, connection boxes, cables and
photocells

Industrial Connectivity
• Ethernet Connectivity with TCP/IP socket for reader parameter configuration, data
and image transfer, FTP client, etc.
• On-board Ethernet supports EtherNet/IP (explicit messaging), PROFINET I/O and
Modbus TCP protocols
• 3 serial communication interfaces (Main, Auxiliary, ID-NET)
• 2 General purpose optocoupled Inputs
• 3 General purpose optocoupled Outputs (when using the CBX connection box)

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Versatility
• Excellent reading performance on Direct Part Marked (DPM) symbols
• Code Quality Metrics reporting according to ISO/IEC 16022, ISO/IEC 18004, ISO/
IEC 15416 and AIM DPM standards
• Match Code option with a user-defined match code database

Industrial Strength
• Rugged metal construction
• IP65 and IP67 protection class
• 45 °C max operating temperature
• Supply voltage ranges from 10 to 30 Vdc

The reader is particularly suitable for industrial environments where protection against
harsh external conditions is required.
The reader is contained in an aluminum housing; with its internal illuminator, lens and
protective cover, the mechanical dimensions are 95 x 54 x 43 mm and it weighs about
238 g, except for 2 MP Liquid Lens models: these are 1.5 mm higher because they also
feature an aluminum painted cover, which provides a great level of thermal dissipation.
Electrical connection of Power, Host interfaces and I/O signals is provided through an
M12 (IP67) 17-pin connector (Figure A, 8). A standard M12 D-Coded (IP67) Ethernet
connector is also present (Figure A, 9).

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INDICATOR AND KEYPAD BUTTON

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Figure 15 - Indicators

The following LED indicators are located on the reader:

blue LED indicates that the reader is connected to the power

PWR
supply (Figure 15, 1)
yellow LED indicates connection to the on-board Ethernet
NET
network (Figure 15, 2)

In normal operating mode the colors and meaning of the five LEDs are illustrated in the
following table:

STATUS red LED indicates a NO READ result (Figure 15, 3)

yellow LED indicates active communication on the main serial
COM
port * ( Figure 15, 4)
yellow LED indicates the status of the reading phase (Figure
TRIGGER
15, 5)
GOOD green LED confirms successful reading (Figure 15, 6)
green LED indicates that the reader is ready to operate (Fig-
READY
ure 15, 7)

* When connected to a Fieldbus network through the CBX500, the COM LED is always
active, even in the absence of data transmission, because of polling activity on the
Fieldbus network.

During the reader startup (reset or restart phase), these five LEDs blink for one second.

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 ID-NET

In X-PRESS Configuration mode the colors and meaning of these five LEDs are described
in X-PRESS Human Machine Interface.

The keypad button (Figure 15, 8), is software programmable. By default it starts the X-
PRESS interface for quick installation without using a PC (see "Step 4 - X-PRESS Configu-
ration" on page 6).

ID-NET
The ID-NET network is a built-in high-speed interface
dedicated for high-speed reader interconnection. ID-NET
is in addition to the Main and Auxiliary serial interfaces.

The following network configurations are available:

• ID-NET Synchronized: Single station – multiple readers

ID-NET interface allows local connection of multiple readers reading different sides of
the same target. All readers share a single presence sensor and activate/deactivate
simultaneously.

At the end of each reading phase a single data message is transmitted to the host.
Thanks to ID-NET, data communication among readers is highly efficient so that an
immediate result will be available.

See "ID-NET Interface" on page 67 for connection details and "Internal Network Configura-
tions" on page 156 for configuration details.

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• ID-NET Multidata: Multiple stations – single reader

ID-NET interface allows connection of readers reading objects placed on independent

conveyors. All readers are typically located far away from each other and they can have
different operating modes from each other.

At the end of each reading phase, each reader transmits its own data message to the
host. Thanks to ID-NET, data collection among readers is accomplished at a high speed
without the need of an external multiplexing device. This leads to an overall cost reduc-
tion and to simple system wiring.

See "ID-NET Interface" on page 67 for connection details and "Internal Network Configura-
tions" on page 156 for configuration details.

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X-PRESS HUMAN MACHINE INTERFACE

X-PRESS is the intuitive Human Machine Interface designed to improve ease of installa-
tion and maintenance.

Status information is clearly presented by means of the five colored LEDs, whereas the
single push button gives immediate access to the following relevant functions:

• Test with bar graph visualization to check

static reading performance
• Aim/Autofocus to turn on the LED pointers to
aid positioning and focusing
• Setup to perform Exposure Time and Gain
calibration
• Learn to self-detect and auto-configure for
reading unknown codes

X-PRESS Functions
Quick access to the following functions is provided by an easy procedure using the push
button:

1. Press the button (the Status LED will give a visual feedback).

2. Hold the button until the specific function LED is on (Test, Aim, Setup or Learn).

3. Release the button to enter the specific function.

Once button is pressed, the cycle of LEDs activation is as follows:

Release button ž Release button to ž Release button to ž

to exit enter Test Mode enter Aim/Autofocus
Mode

Release button to
enter Setup Mode
ž Release button to
enter Learn Mode
ž Release button to
Exit
ž (cycle)

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Test Mode
Once entered, the Bar Graph on the five LEDs is activated and if the imager starts read-
ing codes the Bar-Graph shows the Good Read Rate. The Bar Graph has the following
meaning:

In case of a NO READ condition, only the Status LED (red) is on and blinks.

To exit the Test Mode, press the X-PRESS push button once.

By default, the Test exits automatically after three minutes.

NOTE

Aim/Autofocus
This function causes the laser pointers to turn on. Since the laser pointers are centered
on the FOV they can be used to position the imager on the code. The Aim LED blinks to
indicate this state. After a short delay, this function also performs the Autofocus proce-
dure for Liquid Lens models.

You can exit the Aim/Autofocus function at any time by pressing the X-PRESS push but-
ton once. After a short delay the autofocus procedure is canceled and the laser pointers
turn off.

Setup
Once entered, the imager automatically performs Image Acquisition parameter calibra-
tion for the specific code presented to it.

The Setup LED will blink until the procedure is completed.

The Setup procedure ends when the Image Acquisition parameters are successfully saved
in the reader memory, the Setup LED will stop blinking and Matrix 300N emits 3 high
pitched beeps.

If the calibration cannot be reached after a timeout of about 5 (five) seconds, Matrix
300N will exit without saving the parameters to memory, the Setup LED will stop blink-
ing and in this case Matrix 300N emits a long low pitched beep.

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Learn
Once entered, the imager starts a procedure to automatically detect and recognize a
single code which is presented to it. Successive Learns will substitute the current code.

The Learn LED will blink until the procedure is completed.

The Learn procedure ends when the Image Processing and Decoding parameters are suc-
cessfully saved in the reader memory, the Green Spot is activated, the Learn LED will stop
blinking and Matrix 300N emits 3 high pitched beeps.

If the autolearning cannot be reached after a timeout of about 3 (three) minutes, Matrix
300N will exit without saving the parameters to memory, the Learn LED will stop blink-
ing and in this case Matrix 300N emits a long low pitched beep.

You can exit the Learn function at any time by pressing the X-PRESS push button once.
After a short delay the Learn procedure is canceled.

Diagnostic Indication
The “STATUS” (red) and “READY” (green) LED blink simultaneously to signal the pres-
ence of an error. Diagnostic message transmission on interfaces can be enabled to pro-
vide details about specific error conditions. See the Diagnostic Error Conditions chart in
the Diagnostic page of the [Link] Monitor.

LED STATUS

Ready Blink

Good

Trigger

Com

Status Blink

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MODEL DESCRIPTION
Matrix 300N readers are described by their model number which indicates the charac-
teristics listed in the diagram below. Not all combinations are available. For a complete
list of combinations see the Models tab on the Product page of the website.

Lighting System Notes

The following table shows the Matrix 300N lens/illuminator combinations. For more
information see the Application Note on illuminator selection on the [Link] mini-DVD
(downloaded .zip file or mini-DVD accessory).

Matrix 300N Models Internal Illuminators

Model Lens Type LEDs Type

Matrix 300N 411-0xx 6 mm Manual 8 Red Wide Angle

Matrix 300N 481-0xx Focus 24/39 Red/Blue Bright/Dark Field DPM (sw configurable sectors)

Matrix 300N 412-0xx 8 Red Wide Angle

Matrix 300N 452-0xx 8 White Wide Angle
Matrix 300N 472-0xx 9 mm Software 24/26 Red Bright Field DPM (sw configurable sectors)
Matrix 300N 482-0xx Focus 24/39 Red/Blue Bright/Dark Field DPM (sw configurable sectors)
Matrix 300N 712-0xx (Liquid Lens) 10 Red Wide Angle
Matrix 300N 752-0xx 10 White Wide Angle
Matrix 300N 772-0xx 24/26 Red Bright Field DPM (sw configurable sectors)

Matrix 300N 423-0xx 8 Red Medium Angle

Matrix 300N 453-0xx 9 mm Manual 8 White Wide Angle
Matrix 300N 473-0xx Focus 24/26 Red Bright Field DPM (sw configurable sectors)
Matrix 300N 483-0xx 24/39 Red/Blue Bright/Dark Field DPM (sw configurable sectors)

Matrix 300N 434-0xx 12 mm Manual 8 Red Narrow Angle

Matrix 300N 464-0xx Focus 8 White Narrow Angle

Matrix 300N 435-0xx 16 mm Manual 8 Red Narrow Angle

Matrix 300N 465-0xx Focus 8 White Narrow Angle

Matrix 300N 716-0xx 10 Red Wide Angle

16 mm Soft-
Matrix 300N 726-0xx 10 Red Medium Angle
ware Focus
Matrix 300N 776-0xx 24/26 Red Bright Field DPM (sw configurable sectors)
(Liquid Lens)
Matrix 300N 796-0xx 10 White Medium Angle

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AVAILABLE MODELS

Part Number Description

937600050 MATRIX 300N 412-010 LQL-9 RED WIDE STD

937600051 MATRIX 300N 452-010 LQL-9 WHT WIDE STD
937600052 MATRIX 300N 472-010 LQL-9 LT-DPM STD
937600053 MATRIX 300N 482-010 LQL-9 MLT-DPM STD
937600054 MATRIX 300N 412-011 LQL-9 RED WIDE ESD
937600055 MATRIX 300N 452-011 LQL-9 WHT WIDE ESD
937600056 MATRIX 300N 472-011 LQL-9 LT-DPM ESD
937600057 MATRIX 300N 482-011 LQL-9 MLT-DPM ESD
937600058 MATRIX 300N 412-012 LQL-9 RED WIDE ESYF
937600059 MATRIX 300N 452-012 LQL-9 WHT WIDE ESYF
937600060 MATRIX 300N 472-012 LQL-9 LT-DPM ESYF
937600061 MATRIX 300N 482-012 LQL-9 MLT-DPM ESYF
937600062 MATRIX 300N 412-040 LQL-9 RED WIDE POE
937600063 MATRIX 300N 452-040 LQL-9 WHT WIDE POE
937600064 MATRIX 300N 472-040 LQL-9 LT-DPM POE
937600065 MATRIX 300N 482-040 LQL-9 MLT-DPM POE
937600066 MATRIX 300N 472-041 LQL-9 LT-DPM POE ESD
937600067 MATRIX 300N 482-041 LQL-9 MLT-DPM POE ES
937600068 MATRIX 300N 472-042 LQL-9 LT-DPM POE EY
937600070 MATRIX 300N 411-010 LNS-6 RED WIDE STD
937600071 MATRIX 300N 481-010 LNS-6 MLT-DPM STD
937600072 MATRIX 300N 411-011 LNS-6 RED WIDE ESD
937600073 MATRIX 300N 481-011 LNS-6 MLT-DPM ESD
937600074 MATRIX 300N 411-012 LNS-6 RED WIDE ESYF
937600075 MATRIX 300N 481-012 LNS-6 MLT-DPM ESYF
937600080 MATRIX 300N 435-010 LNS-16 RED NARR STD
937600081 MATRIX 300N 465-010 LNS-16 WHT NARR STD
937600082 MATRIX 300N 435-040 LNS-16 RED NARR POE
937600084 MATRIX 300N 423-010 LNS-9 RED MED STD
937600085 MATRIX 300N 453-010 LNS-9 WHT WIDE STD
937600086 MATRIX 300N 423-040 LNS-9 RED MED POE
937600088 MATRIX 300N 434-010 LNS-12 RED NARR STD

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Part Number Description

937600089 MATRIX 300N 464-010 LNS-12 WHT NARR STD

937600090 MATRIX 300N 434-040 LNS-12 RED NARR POE
937600092 MATRIX 300N 473-010 LNS-9 LT-DPM STD
937600093 MATRIX 300N 483-010 LNS-9 MLT-DPM STD
937600094 MATRIX 300N 473-011 LNS-9 LT-DPM ESD
937600095 MATRIX 300N 483-011 LNS-9 MLT-DPM ESD
937600096 MATRIX 300N 473-012 LNS-9 LT-DPM ESYF
937600097 MATRIX 300N 465-013 LNS-16 WHT NARR YF
937600098 MATRIX 300N 483-013 LNS-9 MLT-DPM YF
937600101 MATRIX 300N 412-014 LQL-9 RED WD ESD+PLZ
937600102 MATRIX 300N 452-014 LQL-9 WHT WD ESD+PLZ
937600103 MATRIX 300N 412-015 LQL-9 RED WD STD+PLZ
937600104 MATRIX 300N 452-015 LQL-9 WHT WD STD+PLZ
937600105 MATRIX 300N 413-015 LNS-9 RED WD STD+PLZ
937600106 MATRIX 300N 453-015 LNS-9 WHT WD STD+PLZ
937600167 MATRIX 300N 712-010 2MP LQL-9 R-WD STD
937600171 MATRIX 300N 712-015 2MP LQL-9 R-WD PLZ
937600172 MATRIX 300N 752-010 2MP LQL-9 W-WD STD
937600173 MATRIX 300N 772-010 2MP LQL-9 R-WD DIF
937600177 MATRIX 300N 726-010 2MP LQL-16 R-MD STD
937600182 MATRIX 300N 796-010 2MP LQL-16 W-MD STD
937600183 MATRIX 300N 776-010 2MP LQL-16 R-WD DIF

ACCESSORIES
The following accessories can be used with the Matrix 300N reader.

Accessory Description Order No.

Cables

CAB-DS01-S M12-IP67 Cable To CBX or QL (1M) 93A050058

CAB-DS03-S M12-IP67 Cable To CBX or QL (3M) 93A050059
CAB-DS05-S M12-IP67 Cable To CBX or QL (5M) 93A050060
CAB-ETH-M01 M12-IP67 Ethernet Cable (1M) 93A051346
CAB-ETH-M03 M12-IP67 Ethernet Cable (3M) 93A051347
CAB-ETH-M05 M12-IP67 Ethernet Cable (5M) 93A051348

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Accessory Description Order No.

CBL-1534.02 Adapter Cable Ethernet M12 to RJ45 93A050057

CBL-1480-01 Thin M12/5P Male/Female (1M) 93A050049
CBL-1480-02 Thin M12/5P Male/Female (2M) 93A050050
CBL-1490 Term. Resist. Thin M12/5P/Male 93A050046
CBL-1496 Term. Resist. Thin M12/5P/Female 93A050047

Connectivity

CBX100 Compact Connection Box 93A301067

CBX500 Modular Connection Box 93A301068
BM100 Backup Module for CBX100/500 93ACC1808
BM150 Display Module for CBX500 93ACC1809
Various Fieldbus Host Interface Modules and All-In-One Connection Box Kits are available
BA100 DIN Rail Adapters 93ACC1821
BA200 Bosch and 80/20 Profile Adapters 93ACC1822
Various M12 Panel Connectors for CBX Connection Boxes are available
BA900 Two Cable Glands Panel 93ACC1847
QL100 Quick Link Slave ID-NET T-Connector 93ACC1860
QL150 Quick Link Slave ID-NET + Service T-Connector 93ACC1868
QL200 Quick Link Slave ID-NET + Power T-Connector 93ACC1861
QL300 Quick Link Master ID-NET - Serial Host Connector 93ACC1862
QLM500 Quick Link Metal Master ID-NET - EthernNet/IP Gateway 93ACC0037
QLM600 Quick Link Metal Master ID-NET - Profibus Gateway 93ACC0033
QLM700 Quick Link Metal Master ID-NET - Profinet I/O Gateway 93ACC0038
Various M12 Service Cables and Field Mount Connectors are available for Quick Link Series Connectors

Power Supplies

PG6002 AC/DC Power Supply Unit (US) 93ACC1718

PG6001 AC/DC Power Supply Unit (UK) 93ACC1719
PG6000 AC/DC Power Supply Unit (EU) 93ACC1720

Sensors

MEP-593 Photocell Kit PNP (PH-1) 93ACC1791

MEP-543 Photocell Kit-NPN 93ACC1728
S3Z-PR-5-C11-PL Diffuse Proximity Sensor 95B010011

Bracket

BK-30-010 Fixing Bracket Kit 93ACC0201

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APPLICATION EXAMPLES

Document Handling
Matrix 300N is profitably used in the omnidirectional reading of 2D, stacked, linear and
postal codes, for example in automated document handling and mail processing sys-
tems (see Figure 16).

Figure 16 - Address Coded in Data Matrix Symbology for Automated Mail Processing

Deformed or Overprinted Code Reading

Matrix 300N assures the reading of deformed and/or overprinted codes, even though
damaged or printed on high reflective surfaces (see Figure 17, Figure 18, and Figure 19).

Figure 17 - Unidose Flow-Pack with PDF417 Code

Figure 18 - Overprinted Barcode Readable by Matrix 300N also Through the Envelope
Window Film

Figure 19 - Barcode Printed on Curved Surface Readable by Matrix 300N in spite of

Image Optical Distortion

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Direct Part Marking

Matrix 300N is also very powerful in reading low-contrast direct part marked codes (see
Figure 20, Figure 21, and Figure 22).

Figure 20 - Dot Matrix Code Directly Marked on Metal Surface by Using Dot Peening
Technology

Figure 21 - Dot Peening Marking on Metal Surface with Multi-dot per Code Element

Figure 22 - Directly Marked Dot Matrix Code Characterized by Outstanding Separation

Distance between Adjacent Code Elements

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Ink-Jet Printing Technology

Figure 23 - Dot Matrix Code Directly Marked on PCB Copper Pad by Using Ink-Jet
Technology

Laser Marking/Etching Technology

Figure 24 - Data Matrix Code Directly Marked on PCB Surface by Using Laser Etching
Technology

If application codes must be read which are produced by Laser Marking in

real time, use Matrix 300N models incorporating YAG Filters in order to
avoid burning the CMOS sensor.
CAUTION

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INSTALLATION

PACKAGE CONTENTS
Verify that the Matrix 300N reader and all the parts supplied with the equipment are
present and intact when opening the packaging; the list of parts includes:

• Matrix 300N reader

• Quick Reference Guide
• Test Charts (2)
• Mounting Kit
• Mounting Screws (4+2)
• Washers (2)
• Mounting Brackets (2)

Figure 25 - Package Contents

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MECHANICAL DIMENSIONS
Matrix 300N can be installed to operate in different positions. The two screw holes (M4
x 5) on the body of the reader are for mechanical fixture (Figure 26).
The diagrams below give the overall dimensions of the reader and may be used for its
installation.
Refer to page 57 for various mounting solutions and correct positioning, and Chapter 6,
Reading Features for FOV vs. Reading Distance considerations.

optical axis

Connector block rotates mm

to 90° position [inch]

Figure 26 - Overall Dimensions Matrix 300N 1.3 MP and 2 MP DPM with Connector at 0°

Figure 27 - Overall Dimensions Matrix 300N 1.3 MP and 2 MP DPM with Connector at
90°

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Figure 28 - Overall Dimensions Matrix 300N 2 MP (no DPM) with Connector at 0°

Figure 29 - Overall Dimensions Matrix 300N 2 MP (no DPM) with Connector at 90°

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mm
[inch]

Figure 30 - Mounting Bracket Overall Dimensions

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 MOUNTING AND POSITIONING MATRIX 300N

MOUNTING AND POSITIONING MATRIX 300N

Using the Matrix 300N mounting brackets you can obtain rotation on the various axes of
the reader as shown in the diagram below:

Skew

Tilt

Figure 31 - Positioning with Mounting Bracket

Matrix 300N is able to decode code labels at a variety of angles. However, significant
angular distortion may degrade reading performance.

When mounting Matrix 300N, take into consideration these ideal label position angles:
Pitch or Skew 10° to 20° and Tilt 0°.

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Since Matrix 300N is omni-directional on the code plane, the Pitch and
Skew angles have the same significance with respect to the code plane.
However, in some advanced code reading applications performance can
NOTE be improved by modifying the Skew angle.

Note: Since Matrix 300N is omni-directional on the code plane, the Pitch and Skew
angles have the same significance with respect to the code plane. However, in some
advanced code reading applications performance can be improved by modifying the
Skew angle.

The Pitch, Skew and Tilt angles are represented in Figure 32. Follow the suggestions
below for the best orientation:

Position the reader in order to avoid the direct reflection of the light emitted by the
Matrix 300N reader; it is advised to assure at least 10° for the Skew angle.

Skew
assure at least 10°
Tilt
any angle
inside FOV
Pitch
Minimize

No Pitch,
Tilt or Skew

Figure 32 - Code Reading Orientation

In some cases, such as low contrast or low illumination, it can be useful to use a Pitch or
Skew angle = 0°.

The Tilt angle is also represented in Figure 33. Matrix 300N can read labels with any tilt
angle. However, since linear barcodes are rectangular, keep in mind that the reader
should be aligned to fit them into the horizontal FOV.

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Linear Barcode Reading

2D Code Reading

Figure 33 - Tilt Angle Considerations

See Chapter 6, for FOV vs. Reading Distance considerations.

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CHAPTER 4
CBX ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
All Matrix 300N Standard Input Power models can be connected to a CBX connection
box through one of the available CAB-DSxx-S accessory cables. These accessory cables
terminate in an M12 17-pin connector on the Matrix 300N side and in a 25-pin male D-
sub connector on the CBX side.

We recommend making system connections through one of the CBX connection boxes
since they offer the advantages of easy connection, easy device replacement, opto-iso-
lated outputs (Outputs 1 and 2), and filtered reference signals.

If you require direct wiring to the reader the connections are the same as
shown in this chapter with the exception of the digital Outputs. Direct
wiring details are indicated in Appendix A.
NOTE

The table below gives the pinout of the CBX100/500 terminal block connectors. Use this
pinout when the Matrix 300N reader is connected by means of the CBX100/500:

Group Label Description

Input Power Vdc Power Supply Input Voltage +

GND Power Supply Input Voltage -
Earth Protection Earth Ground
Inputs +V Power Source - External Trigger
I1A External Trigger A (polarity insensitive)
I1B External Trigger B (polarity insensitive)
-V Power Reference - External Trigger
+V Power Source - Inputs
I2A Input 2 A (polarity insensitive)
I2B Input 2 B (polarity insensitive)
-V Power Reference - Inputs

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Outputs +V Power Source - Outputs

-V Power Reference - Outputs
O1+ Output 1 + opto-isolated and polarity sensitive
O1- Output 1 - opto-isolated and polarity sensitive
O2+ Output 2 + opto-isolated and polarity sensitive
O2- Output 2 - opto-isolated and polarity sensitive
Output 3 - non opto-isolated (only available
O3A
through CBX500)
Auxiliary Interface TX Transmit Data
RX Receive Data
SGND Auxiliary Interface Signal Ground
ID-NET REF Network Reference
ID+ ID-NET network data +
ID- ID-NET network data -
Shield Network Cable Shield

Main Interface

TX
RX
RS232 -
-
SGND
TX+
*RX+
RS422 Full Duplex TX-
*RX-
SGND

* Do not leave floating, see "RS422 Full Duplex Interface" on page 66 for connection details.

To avoid electromagnetic interference when the reader is connected to a

CBX connection box, verify the jumper positions in the CBX as indicated in
its Installation Manual.
NOTE

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POWER SUPPLY
Power requirements and conditions depend on the Matrix 300N model: Standard or
PoE (Power over Ethernet).

Standard Models
For these models power can be supplied to the reader through the CBX100/500 spring
clamp terminal pins as shown in Figure 34:

Power Supply
VG
Earth
V+

Figure 34 - Power Supply Connections

The power must be between 10 and 30 Vdc only.

It is recommended to connect the device CHASSIS to earth ground (Earth) by setting the
appropriate jumper in the CBX connection box. See the CBX Installation Manual for
details.

Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Models

The Ethernet pinout is as follows:

Figure 35 - M12 D-Coded Female Ethernet Nerwork Connector

Pin Name Description

1 TX+/DC- Transmit data (+) DC power (-)

2 RX+/DC+ Received data (+) DC power (+)
3 TX-/DC- Transmitted data (-) DC power (-)
4 RX-/DC+ Receive data (-) DC power (+)

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Matrix 300N PoE models only accept Alternative A (power over RJ45 pins 1,
2, 3, 6), Class 0 power levels. Use an Endspan or Midspan PSE device that
supports this configuration (i.e. PoE switch or Power over Ethernet
CAUTION Adapter).
Alternative B (power over RJ45 pins 4, 5, 7, 8) using an Endspan or Mid-
span PSE device is not supported.

Figure 36 - Matrix 300N PoE PSE Endspan Alternative A Connections OK

Figure 37 - Matrix 300N PoE PSE Midspan Alternative A Connections OK

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Figure 38 - Matrix 300N PoE PSE Endspan Alternative B Connections NOT SUPPORTED

Figure 39 - Matrix 300N PoE PSE Midspan Alternative B Connections NOT SUPPORTED

For Matrix 300N PoE models, the internal Digital Output circuitry is not
powered and supply power is not available to any Input/Output devices
(Vdc=0). Only input device signals can be accepted directly on the M12
CAUTION 17-pin connector without power.
For these models, if it is necessary to use Input/Output devices, we rec-
ommend connecting them through the CBX, which must be powered sepa-
rately.

See On-Board Ethernet Interface for further details.

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MAIN SERIAL INTERFACE

Do not connect to the Main Interface spring clamp terminals if using Host
Interface Modules (Fieldbus) with the CBX500.
CAUTION

The signals relative to the following serial interface types are available on the CBX spring
clamp terminal blocks.

The main serial interface type and its parameters (baud rate, data bits, etc.) can be
defined by the user via [Link] software. For more details refer to the Help On Line
page of the Reading Phase step (Channels) in [Link].

Details regarding the connections and use of the interfaces are given in the next para-
graphs.

RS232 Interface
The RS232 interface is generally used for Point-to-Point connections. When it is con-
nected to the host computer it allows transmission of code data.

The following pins are used for RS232 interface connection:

CBX100/500 Description

TX Transmit Data
RX Receive Data
SGND Signal Ground

It is always advisable to use shielded cables. The overall maximum cable length must be
less than 15 m (49.2 ft).
User Interface
SGND RXD TXD

SGND TX RX
Reader

Figure 40 - RS232 Main Interface Connections

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RS422 Full Duplex Interface

The RS422 full-duplex (5 wires + shield) interface is used for non-polled communication
protocols in point-to-point connections over longer distances (max 1200 m / 3940 ft)
than those acceptable for RS232 communications or in electrically noisy environments.

The CBX pinout follows:

CBX100/500 Description

TX+ RS422 Transmit Data +

RX+ RS422 Receive Data +
TX- RS422 Transmit Data -
RX- RS422 Receive Data -
SGND Signal Ground

User Interface
RX422+ TX422+

SGND RX422- TX422-

Reader SGND TX+ RX+

TX- RX-

Figure 41 - RS422 Full Duplex Connections

For applications that do not use RS422 transmission to the reader (termi-
nal block RX+ and RX- signals), do not leave these lines floating but con-
nect them to SGND as shown below.
NOTE

User Interface
RX422+

SGND RX422-

SGND TX+
Reader TX-

Figure 42 - RS422 Full Duplex Connections Using Only TX Signals to Host

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ID-NET INTERFACE

CBX100/500 Description

Shield Network Cable Shield

ID+ ID-NET Network Data +
ID- ID-NET Network Data -
REF Network Reference

ID-NET Cables
These instructions are referred to Figure 44, Figure 45 and Figure 46.

• The general cable type specifications are: CAT5 twisted pair + additional CAT5
twisted pair, shielded cable AWG 24 (or AWG 22) stranded flexible.
We recommend using DeviceNet cables (drop or trunk type) to the following refer-
ence standards:
AN50325 – IEC 62026
UL STYLE 2502 80°C 30V
• Cable Shield MUST be connected to earth ground ONLY at the Master.
• NEVER use ID-NET cable shield as common reference.
• The ID-NET max cable length depends on the baudrate used, (see the Baudrate
Table below).
• For Common Power Connections use only 2 wires (ID+ and ID-).
- DC Voltage Power cable (Vdc – GND) should be handled as a signal cable (i.e. do
not put it together with AC cable):
- Wire dimensioning must be checked in order to avoid voltage drops greater than
0.8 Volts.
- Cable should lie down as near as possible to the ID-NET cable (avoiding wide
loops between them).
• Reader's chassis may be connected to earth.
• Network inside the same building.

Baudrate Table

Baudrate 125 kbps 250 kbps 500 kbps 1 Mbps

Cable Length 1200 m 900 m 700 m *

* Application dependent, contact your Datalogic representative for details.

The default ID-NET baudrate is 500 kbps. Lower ID-NET baudrates allow
longer cable lengths.
NOTE

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ID-NET Response Time

The following figure shows the response time of the ID-NET network. This time is
defined as the period between the Trigger activation and the beginning of data trans-
mission to the Host.

Figure 43 - ID-NET Response Time

Conditions
• ID-NET M/S Synchronized layout
• message length = 50 bytes per node

ID-NET Network Termination

The network must be properly terminated in the first and last reader of the network.
This is done by setting the ID-NET Termination Resistance Switch in the CBX100/500 to
ON.

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ID-NET Connection Diagrams

Figure 44 - ID-NET Network Connections with isolated power blocks

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Figure 45 - ID-NET Network Connections with Common Power Branch Network

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Figure 46 - ID-NET Network Connections with Common Power Star Network

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AUXILIARY RS232 INTERFACE

The RS232 auxiliary interface is available for Point-to-Point connections. When it is con-
nected to the host computer it allows transmission of code data.

The parameters relative to the aux interface (baud rate, data bits, etc.) can be defined
through the Reading Phase step (Channels) in [Link].

The 9-pin female Auxiliary Interface connector inside the CBX is the preferred connector
for temporary communication monitoring.

5 1

9 6

Figure 47 - 9-pin female connector

If permanent system wiring is required, the following pins are used to connect the
RS232 auxiliary interface:

CBX100/500 Description

TX Auxiliary Interface Transmit Data

RX Auxiliary Interface Receive Data
SGND Auxiliary Interface Reference

User Interface
RX

Reference

Figure 48 - RS232 Auxiliary Interface Connections

Do not connect the Aux Interface to the CBX spring clamp connectors and
the 9-pin connector simultaneously.
NOTE

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INPUTS
There are two optocoupled polarity insensitive inputs available on the reader: Input 1
(External Trigger) and Input 2, a generic input:

The External Trigger can be used in One Shot Mode or in Phase Mode. Its main functions
are:
• acquisition trigger in One Shot Mode
• reading phase-ON/reading phase-OFF command in Phase Mode

The main functions of the general purpose Input 2 are:

• second external trigger in Phase Mode
• match code storage command when the Match Code option is enabled

The electrical features of both inputs are:

VAB = 30 Vdc max.

IIN = 10 mA (reader) + 12 mA (CBX) max.

The active state of these inputs are selected in software.

An anti-disturbance filter, by default, is implemented in software on both inputs. The

value can be changed through the software parameter Debounce Filter. See the Help On
Line page of the Reading Phase step (Inputs) in [Link] for further details on these
parameters.

These inputs are optocoupled and can be driven by both NPN and PNP type commands.

Polarity insensitive inputs assure full functionality even if pins A and B

are exchanged.
NOTE

The connections are indicated in the following diagrams:

CBX100/500 Description

+V Power Source - External Trigger

I1A External Trigger A (polarity insensitive)
I1B External Trigger B (polarity insensitive)
-V Power Reference - External Trigger

The yellow Trigger LED (Figure 15, 5) is on when the active state of the External Trigger
corresponds to ON.

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External Trigger Input Connections Using Matrix 300N Power

Power from the Vdc/GND spring clamps is available directly to the Input
Device on the +V/-V spring clamps, and does not pass through the Power
Switch (ON/OFF) inside the CBX. Disconnect the power supply when
CAUTION working inside the CBX.

Figure 49 - PNP External Trigger Using Matrix 300N Power

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Figure 50 - NPN External Trigger Using Matrix 300N Power

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External Trigger Input Connections Using External Power

PNP Photocell
Input
Signal

Pulled down to External

Input Device Reference

Figure 51 - PNP External Trigger Using External Power

NPN Photocell
Pulled up to External
Input Device Power

Input
Signal

Figure 52 - NPN External Trigger Using External Power

CBX100/500 Description

+V Power Source - Inputs

I2A Input 2 A (polarity insensitive)
I2B Input 2 B (polarity insensitive)
-V Power Reference - Inputs

76 MATRIX 300N
 INPUTS

Input 2 Connections Using Matrix 300N Power

Power from the Vdc/GND spring clamps is available directly to the Input
Device on the +V/-V spring clamps, and does not pass through the Power
Switch (ON/OFF) inside the CBX. Disconnect the power supply when
CAUTION working inside the CBX.

Input Device
Power to
Input Device

Input Input Device

Signal Reference

Figure 53 - PNP Input 2 Using Matrix 300N Power

Input Device
Power to Input
Input Device Signal

Input Device
Reference

Figure 54 - NPN Input 2 Using Matrix 300N Power

Input 2 Connections Using External Power

Input Device
Input
Signal

Pulled down to External

Input Device Reference

Figure 55 - PNP Input 2 Using External Power

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CBX ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

Input Device
Pulled up to External
Input Device Power

Input
Signal

Figure 56 - NPN Input 2 Using External Power

Input 3 Connections (CBX500 Only)

RESERVED

Figure 57 - Input 3 Using External Power

Do not connect to I3A or I34B signals, they are reserved.

CAUTION

78 MATRIX 300N
 OUTPUTS

OUTPUTS

When Outputs 1 and 2 are connected through the CBX connection box,
they become opto-isolated and polarity sensitive and acquire the electri-
cal characteristics listed below. To function correctly, they require setting
CAUTION the Output Line Type configuration parameters to NPN for the respective
output. The hardware connection to the CBX can be either NPN or PNP.

Three general purpose outputs are available and their meaning can be defined by the
user. They are typically used either to signal the data collection result or to control an
external lighting system.

CBX100/500 Description

+V Power Source - Outputs

O1+ Output 1 + opto-isolated and polarity sensitive
O1- Output 1 - opto-isolated and polarity sensitive
O2+ Output 2 + opto-isolated and polarity sensitive
O2- Output 2 - opto-isolated and polarity sensitive
O3A Output 3 non opto-isolated (only available on CBX500)
-V Power Reference - Outputs

The electrical features of the outputs are the following:

Outputs 1 and 2 Output 3

Reverse-Polarity and Short-Circuit Pro-

VCE = 30 Vdc max.
tected
ICE = 40 mA continuous max.; 130 mA
VOUT (ILOAD = 0 mA) max = 30 Vdc
pulsed max.
VCE saturation = 1 Vdc max. @ 10 mA VOUT (ILOAD = 100 mA) max = 3 Vdc

PD = 90 mW Max. @ 50 °C ambient temp. ILOAD max = 100 mA

By default, Output 1 is associated with the No Read event, which activates when the
code(s) signaled by the external trigger are not decoded, and Output 2 is associated
with the Good Read event, which activates when all the selected codes are correctly
decoded.

The output signals are fully programmable being determined by the configured Activa-
tion/Deactivation events, Deactivation Timeout or a combination of the two. Refer to
the [Link] parameters Help On Line for further details.

PRODUCT REFERENCE GUIDE 79

CBX ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

Output 1 and 2 Connections Using Matrix 300N Power

Power from the Vdc/GND spring clamps is available directly to the Output
Device on the +V/-V spring clamps, and does not pass through the Power
Switch (ON/OFF) inside the CBX. Disconnect the power supply when
CAUTION working inside the CBX.

Output 1 Device Output 2 Device

Power to Out- Output Power to Out- Output
put Device Signal put Device Signal
Output
Output Device
Device
Reference
Reference

Figure 58 - PNP/Open Emitter Output Using Matrix 300N Power

Output 1 Device Output 2 Device

Power to Out- Power to Out-
put Device put Device
Output Device
Reference Output Device Output
Output Signal Reference Signal

Figure 59 - NPN/Open Collector Output Using Matrix 300N Power

Output 1 and 2 Connections Using External Power

Output 1 Device Output 2 Device

Pulled up to External Pulled up to External
Output Device Power Output Device Power

Output Output
Signal Signal

Figure 60 - PNP/Open Emitter Output Using External Power

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 OUTPUTS

Output 1 Device Output 2 Device

Output Output
Signal Signal

Pulled down to External Pulled down to External

Output Device Reference Output Device Reference

Figure 61 - NPN/Open Collector Output Using External Power

Output 3 is not opto-isolated but can be assigned to the same events. By default it is
not assigned to any event. The CBX500 must be used to connect this output.

For output 3, set the Line Type configuration parameter according to the
hardware connection to the CBX: NPN, PNP or Push-Pull.
NOTE

PRODUCT REFERENCE GUIDE 81

CBX ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

Output 3 Connections Using Matrix 300N Power (CBX500 Only)

Output 3 Device
Power to Out-
put Device
Output Output Device
Signal Reference

Figure 62 - Output 3 Using Matrix 300N Power

Output 3 Connections Using External Power (CBX500 Only)

Output 3 Device
Output
Signal

Output Device
Reference

Figure 63 - Output 3 Using External Power

Do not connect to I3A or I34B signals, they are reserved.

CAUTION

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 ON-BOARD ETHERNET INTERFACE

ON-BOARD ETHERNET INTERFACE

The on-board Ethernet Interface can be used for TCP/IP communication with a remote
or local host computer by connecting the reader to either a LAN or directly to a host PC.
There is no need to use a crossover adapter since Matrix 300N incorporates an auto-
cross function.

A CAB-ETH-M0x cable can be used to connect to a LAN.

On the Matrix 300N on-board Ethernet interface the following communication channels
are available:
• TCP Client
• TCP Server
• UDP Channel
• FTP Client

The following Fieldbus protocols are also available over the on-board Ethernet inter-
face:
• EtherNet/IP
• PROFINET IO
• Modbus TCP Client

For further details refer to the Help On Line page of the Reading Phase step (Channels)
and (Fieldbuses) in [Link].

USER INTERFACE - SERIAL HOST

The following table contains the pinout for standard RS232 PC Host interface. For other
user interface types please refer to their own manual.

RS232 PC-side Connections

1 5 1 13

6 9 14 25

9-pin male connector 25-pin male connector

Pin Name Pin Name

2 RX 3 RX
3 TX 2 TX
5 GND 7 GND

PRODUCT REFERENCE GUIDE 83

CHAPTER 5
TYPICAL LAYOUTS
The following typical layouts refer to system hardware configurations. However, they
also require the correct setup of the software configuration parameters. Dotted lines in
the figures refer to optional hardware configurations within the particular layout.

All software configurations are made through [Link] which connects to

the reader through the on-board Ethernet interface.
NOTE

[Link] now supports several different multi device configuration types

using the PASS-THROUGH configuration. In particular this feature allows
MULTIDATA ID-NET network configurations to be made. Master/Slave
NOTE SYNCHRONIZED ID-NET network configurations are also configurable as
before.

The Master/Slave Role is only significant for the Internal ID-NET Network.
If your layout doesn’t use the ID-NET network then the device Role is not
significant and can be ignored.
NOTE

84 MATRIX 300N
 ETHERNET CONNECTION

ETHERNET CONNECTION
The Ethernet connection is possible in two different layouts.

In a Point-to-Point layout the reader is connected to a local host by using a CAB-ETH-

M0x cable. There is no need to use a crossover adapter since Matrix 300N incorporates
an autocross function.
Host
CAB-ETH-M0x

!
CBX
CAB-DSxx-S

Matrix 300N
Alone PG6000

"
# Ethernet Interface
!
" Auxiliary Serial Interface (RS232 - Data Monitor)
# External Trigger (for One Shot or Phase Mode)

Figure 64 - Ethernet Point-to-Point Layout

All devices always support multiple output channels (i.e. for data monitoring).

PRODUCT REFERENCE GUIDE 85

TYPICAL LAYOUTS

When using a Local Area Network (LAN), one or more Matrix 300N readers can be con-
nected to the network by using CAB-ETH-M0x cables:
Alone Alone Alone

Matrix 300N

CAB-ETH-M0x
CAB-DSxx-S

CBX # Power
!
CBX
"

Host

Switch

! Ethernet Interface
" Auxiliary Serial Interface (RS232 - Data Monitor)
# External Trigger (for One Shot or Phase Mode)

Figure 65 - Ethernet Network Layout

Alone Alone Alone

Matrix 300N
CAB-ETH-M0x

Host

PoE Switch

Figure 66 - PoE Ethernet Network Layout

86 MATRIX 300N
 SERIAL CONNECTION

SERIAL CONNECTION
In this layout the data is transmitted to the Host on the main serial interface. The Ether-
net interface can be used for reader configuration by connecting a laptop computer run-
ning [Link].

Data can be transmitted on the RS232 auxiliary interface independently from the main
interface selection to monitor data.

When One Shot or Phase Mode operating mode is used, the reader can be activated by
an External Trigger (for example a pulse from a photoelectric sensor) when the object
enters its reading zone.

PG6000 Host
CBX
!
CAB-DSxx-S

Matrix 300N
Alone
"

#
! Main Serial Interface (RS232 or RS422 Full-Duplex)
" Auxiliary Serial Interface (RS232 - Data Monitor)
# External Trigger (for One Shot or Phase Mode)

Figure 67 - Serial Interface Point-to-Point Layout

All devices always support multiple output channels (i.e. for data monitoring).

PRODUCT REFERENCE GUIDE 87

TYPICAL LAYOUTS

FIELDBUS CONNECTION
In this layout a single reader functions as a Slave node on a Fieldbus network. The data
is transmitted to the Host through an accessory Fieldbus interface board installed inside
the CBX500 connection box.

Reader configuration can be accomplished through the Ethernet interface using the
[Link] configuration program.

Data can be transmitted on the RS232 auxiliary interface irrespective of the Fieldbus
interface selection to monitor data.

When One Shot or Phase Mode operating mode is used, the reader can be activated by
an External Trigger (photoelectric sensor) when the object enters its reading zone.

Power

CAB-DSxx-S CBX500

!
Matrix 300N
Alone
"

#
! Fieldbus Interface (Profibus, DeviceNet, etc.)
" Auxiliary Serial Interface (RS232 - Data Monitor)
# External Trigger (for One Shot or Phase Mode)

Host

Figure 68 - Fieldbus Interface Point-to-Point Layout

All devices always support multiple output channels (i.e. for data monitoring).

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 PASS-THROUGH

PASS-THROUGH
The pass-through layout allows each device working Alone, to collect data from one or
more pass-through input channels and send this data plus its own on one or more dif-
ferent output channels.

In this way independent devices can be connected together in combinations to create

multi device networks. Many devices reading independently can send their messages
through a common output channel which instead of being directed to a Host can be col-
lected by another device on its pass-through input channel and sent to a Host on a dif-
ferent output channel.

Alone Alone Alone

CAB-ETH-M0x Phase Continuous

Mode Mode

External
Trigger
CAB-DSxx-S

Power

CBX $
" "
#
"
Host
!
Switch
!
! Ethernet TCP/IP Server 1
" Ethernet TCP/IP Server 2
# Main Serial Interface (RS232 or RS422 Full-Duplex)
$ Auxiliary Serial Interface (RS232)
Pass-through Input Channel
Output Channel

Figure 69 - Pass-Through Layout

In a Pass-through layout each device supports multiple pass-through configurations to

accept input from different devices on different channels (i.e. middle reader above). How-
ever, readers are not required to have a pass-through configuration if they don’t need to
receive data from an input channel (i.e. right reader above). The overall data collection
device always has at least one pass-through configuration to collect the input data from
the other devices and send it to the Host (i.e. left reader above).
All devices always support multiple output channels (i.e. for data monitoring).
In a Pass-through layout each device can have a different operating mode: Continuous,
One Shot, Phase Mode, etc.

PRODUCT REFERENCE GUIDE 89

TYPICAL LAYOUTS

ID-NET MULTIDATA NETWORK (PASS-THROUGH)

A special case of the pass-through layout allows each Slave device working Alone to col-
lect data from one or more pass-through input channels and send this data plus its own
on the ID-NET output channel to the Master.
The Slave readers are connected together using the ID-NET interface. Every Slave reader
must have an ID-NET address in the range 1-31.
The Master collects the data from its pass-through ID-NET input channel and sends it to
the Host on a different output channel.
Alone Alone Alone
ID-NET ID-NET ID-NET
Master Slave#1 Slave#2
Phase Continuous
Mode Mode

External
Trigger
CAB-DSxx-S

Power
" " "

# $
Host

CAB-ETH-M0x !
Switch !
! Ethernet TCP/IP Server 1
" ID-NET (up to 32 devices, max network extension of 1000 m)
# Main Serial Interface (RS232 or RS422 Full-Duplex)
$ Auxiliary Serial Interface (RS232)
Pass-through Input Channel
Output Channel

Figure 70 - ID-NET Multidata Layout (Pass-through)

In a Pass-through layout each device supports multiple pass-through configurations to

accept input from different devices on different channels (i.e. Master reader above). How-
ever, ID-NET Slave readers are not required to have a pass-through configuration if they
don’t need to receive data from an input channel (i.e. right reader above). The ID-NET
Master always has at least one pass-through configuration to collect the ID-NET Slaves
data and send it to the Host.

Slave devices cannot receive data from a pass-through ID-NET input

channel and Master devices cannot send data on an ID-NET output chan-
nel.
NOTE

All devices always support multiple output channels (i.e. for data monitoring).
In a Pass-through layout each device can have a different operating mode: Continuous,
One Shot, Phase Mode, etc.

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 ID-NET SYNCHRONIZED NETWORK

ID-NET SYNCHRONIZED NETWORK

When the device is working Synchronized, the ID-NET connection is used to collect data
from several readers to build a multi-point or a multi-sided reading system; there can be
one Master and up to 31 Slaves connected together.

The Slave readers are connected together using the ID-NET interface. Every slave reader
must have an ID-NET address in the range 1-31.

The Master reader is also connected to the Host on one of its communication channels.
In the following examples the RS232/RS422 main serial interface is used.

For a Master/Slave Synchronized layout the External Trigger signal is unique to the sys-
tem; there is a single reading phase and a single message from the Master reader to the
Host computer. It is not necessary to bring the External Trigger signal to all the read-
ers.

In the Master/Slave Synchronized layout the Master operating mode can only be set to
PackTrack or Phase Mode.

The Main and ID-NET interfaces are connected as shown in the following figures.
! #

ID-NET ID-NET
Synchronized Synchronized
Slave#1 Slave#n

"

Power

ID-NET
Synchronized
Master

Host
! Main Serial Interface (RS232 or RS422 Full-Duplex)
" External Trigger
# ID-NET (up to 16 devices - practical limit)

Figure 71 - ID-NET Synchronized Layout

The Master reader can be connected to the CBX series connection box with the advan-
tage of the Backup and Restore configuration function (CBX + BM100 module).

All devices always support multiple output channels (i.e. for data monitoring).

PRODUCT REFERENCE GUIDE 91

CHAPTER 6
READING FEATURES

FOV CALCULATION
Use the data in the following table to calculate the FOV for your application, referring to
Figure 72 and the formula below.

Lens Focus d0 View Angle View Angle View Angle Min. Reading
Model
Type Horizontal Vertical Diagonal Distance

Matrix 300N 6 mm
7 mm 66° 55° 80° 35 mm
4x1-0xx manual
Matrix 300N 9 mm
14 mm 40° 32° 50° 22 mm
4x2-0xx software
Matrix 300N 9 mm
11 mm 41° 34° 52° 70 mm
4x3-0xx manual
Matrix 300N 12 mm
4 mm 32° 26° 40° 70 mm
4x4-0xx manual
Matrix 300N 16 mm
5 mm 24° 19° 30° 80 mm
4x5-0xx manual
Matrix 300N 9 mm
18 mm 45° 34° 54° 30 mm
7x2-0xx software
Matrix 300N 16 mm
14 mm 25° 19° 31° 50 mm
7x6-0xx software

The viewing angle has a tolerance of ± 1° depending on the reading distance.

FOVx = 2 [ (d + d0) * tan (x/2) ]

where:
FOVx = horizontal, vertical or diagonal FOV
x = horizontal, vertical or diagonal viewing angles.
d = reading distance (in mm) from window surface to code surface
d0 = offset (in mm) from center of lens to external window surface

92 MATRIX 300N
 GLOBAL FOV DIAGRAMS

Figure 72 - Reading Distance References

Example:

The FOV for a Matrix 300N 412-0xx at a reading distance of 200 mm is:

FOVH = 2 [(200 mm + 14 mm) * tan (40°/2)]  156 mm

FOVV = 2 [(200 mm + 14 mm) * tan (32°/2)]  123 mm

GLOBAL FOV DIAGRAMS

The following diagrams are given for typical performance at 25°C using
high quality grade A symbols according to ISO/IEC 15416 (1D code) and
ISO/IEC 15415 (2D code) print quality test specifications. Testing should
NOTE be performed with actual application codes in order to maximize the
application performance.

The following diagrams show the maximum obtainable Field of View for 1D and 2D
codes. Depending on the code resolution, symbology, and number of characters in the
code, the Reading Area can be different from the FOV.

See the Reading Diagrams, starting on page 101 for specific reading area examples.

PRODUCT REFERENCE GUIDE 93

READING FEATURES

1.3 MP Manual Adjustable Focus Models 6 mm (66°)

1D Codes

Horizontal FoV

Reading Distance

Figure 73 - 6 mm Global FOV Diagram

2D Codes
Horizontal FoV

Reading Distance

Figure 74 - 6 mm Global FOV Diagram

94 MATRIX 300N
 GLOBAL FOV DIAGRAMS

1.3 MP Software Adjustable Liquid Lens Models 9 mm (40°)

1D Codes

Horizontal FoV

Reading Distance

Figure 75 - 9 mm Global FOV Diagram

2D Codes
Horizontal FoV

Reading Distance

Figure 76 - 9 mm Global FOV Diagram

PRODUCT REFERENCE GUIDE 95

READING FEATURES

1.3 MP Manual Adjustable Focus Models 9 mm (41°)

1D Codes

Horizontal FoV

Reading Distance

Figure 77 - 9 mm Global FOV Diagram

2D Codes
Horizontal FoV

Reading Distance

Figure 78 - 9 mm Global FOV Diagram

96 MATRIX 300N
 GLOBAL FOV DIAGRAMS

1.3 MP Manual Adjustable Focus Models 12 mm (32°)

1D Codes

Horizontal FoV

Reading Distance

Figure 79 - 12 mm Global FOV Diagram

2D Codes
Horizontal FoV

Reading Distance

Figure 80 - 12 mm Global FOV Diagram

PRODUCT REFERENCE GUIDE 97

READING FEATURES

1.3 MP Manual Adjustable Focus Models 16 mm (24°)

1D Codes

Horizontal FoV

Reading Distance

Figure 81 - 16 mm Global FOV Diagram

2D Codes
Horizontal FoV

Reading Distance

Figure 82 - 16 mm Global FOV Diagram

98 MATRIX 300N
 GLOBAL FOV DIAGRAMS

2 MP Software Adjustable Liquid Lens Models 9 mm (45°)

1D Codes

Horizontal FoV

Reading Distance

Figure 839 mm Global FOV Diagram

2D Codes
Horizontal FoV

Reading Distance

Figure 84 - 9 mm Global FOV Diagram

The Polarized and Diffused embedded lighting systems are optimized to

work at distances up to 350 mm. For longer reading distances, Datalogic
recommends the use of Matrix 300N 2MP Standard models or external
NOTE illumination.

PRODUCT REFERENCE GUIDE 99

READING FEATURES

2 MP Software Adjustable Liquid Lens Models 16 mm (25°)

1D Codes

Horizontal FoV

Reading Distance

Figure 85 - 16 mm Global FOV Diagram

2D Codes
Horizontal FoV

Reading Distance

Figure 86 - 16 mm Global FOV Diagram

The Diffused embedded lighting system is optimized to work at distances

up to 450 mm. For longer reading distances, Datalogic recommends the
use of Matrix 300N 2MP Standard models or external illumination.
NOTE

100 MATRIX 300N

 READING DIAGRAMS

READING DIAGRAMS
• The following reading diagrams are to be considered as references and are given
for typical performance at 25°C using high quality grade A symbols: Code 128 (1D
code) and Data Matrix ECC 200 (2D code) from the Test Charts provided with the
reader.
• Testing should be performed with the actual Matrix 300N using application codes
in order to evaluate whether maximizing application performance requires adjust-
ments to the HW/SW configuration with respect to the Reference Conditions
given under each diagram.
• The ratio of the Vertical FOV width with respect to the Horizontal FOV width in the
diagrams is:
• about equal to 0.8 for 1.3MP models; specifically 1024/1280. (i.e. FOVV.  FOVH x
0.8).
• about equal to 0.7 for 2MP models; specifically 1200/1600. (i.e. FOVV.  FOVH x
0.7).
• The reading distance ranges are measured from the reading window surface.
• The max theoretical Line Speed values for each diagram can be calculated using
the formula in "Maximum Line Speed and Exposure Time Calculations" on page 132.
• Common software parameter settings for 1.3MP models:
- for all 6 mm models reading all code symbologies, and all 9 mm, 12 mm and 16
mm models reading 1D code symbologies are: Processing Mode=Advanced Code
Setting;
- for 9 mm, 12 mm and 16 mm models reading 2D code symbologies: Processing
Mode=Standard; Code Contrast=Low; Decoding Complexity=Very High.
• Common software parameter settings for 2MP models:
- for all 9 mm and 16 mm models reading 1D code symbologies: Processing Time-
out=1000 ms.
- for all 9 mm and 16 mm models reading 2D code symbologies: Processing
Mode=Standard; Decoding Complexity=High; Processing Mode=Standard; Pro-
cessing Timeout=1000 ms.
• When defining a HW/SW configuration for the Matrix 300N for conditions differ-
ent from those of the reference diagrams, it is suggested to keep in mind the fol-
lowing rules:
- Changes in Exposure Time act directly proportional to the luminosity of the image
and inversely proportional to the maximum code reading movement speed. Con-
sequently, reducing the Exposure Time by half, reduces the luminosity of the
image by half but doubles the theoretical code reading movement speed.
- Changes in Gain act directly proportional to the luminosity of the image. How-
ever, increasing the Gain value can reduce the quality of the acquired image.
- For DPM illuminators, the overall lighting power being considered is all Sectors
ON from the Central LED Group, unless otherwise specified.

PRODUCT REFERENCE GUIDE 101

READING FEATURES

Matrix 300N 4x1-0xx (6 mm manual) 1D Codes (66°)

Matrix 300N 4x1-0xx (6 mm manual lens)

Code 128 0.12 mm (5 mils)

1.5
Horizontal Reading Width

.5

-.5
-1

-1.5

-2
mm

in 2 2.5 3 3.5
Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Code 128

Code Resolution 0.12 mm (5 mils)
Tilt Angle 0°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 70

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

411-0xx Wide RED

Exposure Time (µs) 90

Gain 5

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 READING DIAGRAMS

Matrix 300N 4x1-0xx (6 mm manual lens)

Code 128 0.25 mm (10 mils)

Horizontal Reading Width

1

-1
-2

-3

-4
mm

in 4 5 6 7 8
Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Code 128

Code Resolution 0.25 mm (10 mils)
Tilt Angle 0°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 130

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

411-0xx Wide Red

Exposure Time (µs) 80

Gain 20

PRODUCT REFERENCE GUIDE 103

READING FEATURES

Matrix 300N 4x1-0xx (6 mm manual lens)

Code 128 0.30 mm (12 mils)

5
4
3

Horizontal Reading Width

2
1
0

-1
-2

-3
-4
-5
mm
in 4 5 6 7 8 9
Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Code 128

Code Resolution 0.30 mm (12 mils)
Tilt Angle 0°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 160

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

411-0xx Wide Red

Exposure Time (µs) 100

Gain 20

104 MATRIX 300N

 READING DIAGRAMS

Matrix 300N 4x1-0xx (6 mm manual lens)

Code 128 0.33 mm (13 mils)

6
5
4
3

Horizontal Reading Width

2
1
0
-1
-2
-3

-4
-5
-6
mm
in 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Code 128

Code Resolution 0.33 mm (13 mils)
Tilt Angle 0°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 150 185

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

411-0xx Wide Red

Exposure Time (µs) 150 175

Gain 13 20

PRODUCT REFERENCE GUIDE 105

READING FEATURES

Matrix 300N 4x1-0xx (6 mm manual lens)

Code 128 0.38 mm (15 mils)

6
5
4
3

Horizontal Reading Width

2
1
0
-1
-2
-3

-4
-5
-6
mm
in 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Code 128

Code Resolution 0.38 mm (15 mils)
Tilt Angle 0°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 200 220

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

411-0xx Wide Red

Exposure Time (µs) 250 250

Gain 6 15

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 READING DIAGRAMS

Matrix 300N 4x1-0xx (6 mm manual lens)

Code 128 0.50 mm (20 mils)

Horizontal Reading Width

4

-2

-4

-6

-8

mm
in 6 8 10 12 14 16
Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings
Code Symbology Code 128
Code Resolution 0.50 mm (20 mils)
Tilt Angle 0°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 270 290
Software Parameters
Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed
411-0xx Wide Red
Exposure Time (µs) 330 330
Gain 23 25

PRODUCT REFERENCE GUIDE 107

 READING FEATURES

Matrix 300N 4x1-x00 (6 mm manual) 2D Codes (66°)

Matrix 300N 4x1-0xx (6 mm manual lens)

Data Matrix 0.19 mm (7.5 mils)

2

1.5

1
Horizontal Reading Width

.5

Due to the "fisheye" effect of the wide angle

-.5 6 mm lens, the reading area for higher resolution
codes is limited to the central zone of the Vertical
-1 Field of View.
For these applications, Image Cropping is recom-
-1.5 mended above and below the central zone of the
Vertical FOV, limiting image acquisition to the
-2 effective reading area and therefore increasing
mm
in 1.5 2 2.5 3 frame rate and reducing overall image processing
time. See “Image Cropping” on page 147.
Reading Distance ± 15 mm ≈ 550 pixels

1. Drag top of box to set

x,y coordinates  0,236

2. Drag bottom of box to set

vertical window dimensions  550 pixels

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Data Matrix ECC 200

Code Resolution 0.19 mm (7.5 mils)
Tilt Angle 45°
Skew Angle 0°
Focusing Distance (mm) 60

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

481-0xx MLT-DPM

LED Group Peripheral

Exposure Time (µs) 90
Gain 5

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 READING DIAGRAMS

Matrix 300N 4x1-x00 (6 mm manual lens)

Data Matrix 0.25 mm (10 mils)

2.5

2
1.5
Horizontal Reading Width

1
.5

0
-.5 Due to the "fisheye" effect of the wide angle 6 mm lens,
-1 the reading area for higher resolution codes is limited to
the central zone of the Vertical Field of View.
-1.5 For these applications, Image Cropping is recommended
above and below the central zone of the Vertical FOV, lim-
-2
iting image acquisition to the effective reading area and
-2.5 therefore increasing frame rate and reducing overall image
processing time. See “Image Cropping” on page 147.
mm
in 2.5 3 3.5 4 ± 20 mm ≈ 512 pixels

Reading Distance 1. Drag top of box to set

x,y coordinates  0,255

2. Drag bottom of box to set

vertical window dimensions  512 pixels

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Data Matrix ECC 200

Code Resolution 0.25 mm (10 mils)
Tilt Angle 45°
Skew Angle 10°
Focusing Distance (mm) 85

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

411-0xx Wide red

Exposure Time (µs) 170

Gain 4
481-0xx MLT-DPM
Exposure Time (µs) 170
Gain 6

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Matrix 300N 4x1-0xx (6 mm manual lens)

Data Matrix 0.38 mm (15 mils)

Horizontal Reading Width

1

-1

-2

-3
mm
in 2 3 4 5 6
Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Data Matrix ECC 200

Code Resolution 0.38 mm (15 mils)
Tilt Angle 45°
Skew Angle 10°
Focusing Distance (mm) 90

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

411-0xx Wide Red

Exposure Time (µs) 80

Gain 8
481-0xx MLT-DPM
Exposure Time (µs) 80
Gain 12

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Matrix 300N 4x3-0xx (9 mm manual) 1D Codes (41°)

Matrix 300N 4x3-0xx (9 mm manual lens)

Code 128 0.25 mm (10 mils)

5
4

3
Horizontal Reading Width

2
1
0
-1
-2
-3

-4

-5
mm
in 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Code 128

Code Resolution 0.25 mm (10 mils)
Tilt Angle 45°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 280

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

423-0xx Medium Red

Exposure Time (µs) 166

Gain 11

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Matrix 300N 4x3-0xx (9 mm manual lens)

Code 128 0.30 mm (12 mils)

6
5
4

Horizontal Reading Width 3

2
1
0
-1
-2
-3
-4
-5
-6
mm
in 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Code 128

Code Resolution 0.30 mm (12 mils)
Tilt Angle 45°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 310

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

423-0xx Medium Red

Exposure Time (µs) 200

Gain 14

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Matrix 300N 4x3-0xx (9 mm manual lens)

Code 128 0.38 mm (15 mils)

8

Horizontal Reading Width 2

-2

-4

-6

-8
mm
in 10 12 14 16 18 20
Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Code 128

Code Resolution 0.38 mm (15 mils)
Tilt Angle 45°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 430

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

423-0xx Medium Red

Exposure Time (µs) 305

Gain 20

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Matrix 300N 4x3-0xx (9 mm manual) 2D Codes (41°)

Matrix 300N 4x3-0xx (9 mm manual lens)

Data Matrix 0.13 mm (5 mils)

1.5

1
Horizontal Reading Width

.5

-.5

-1

-1.5

-2
mm
in 3 3.5 4

Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Data Matrix ECC 200

Code Resolution 0.13 mm (5 mils)
Tilt Angle 45°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 91

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

423-0xx Medium Red

Exposure Time (µs) 50

Gain 5

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Matrix 300N 4x3-0xx (9 mm manual lens)

Data Matrix 0.19 mm (7.5 mils)

2.5

2
1.5

Horizontal Reading Width 1

.5

0
-.5
-1
-1.5

-2
-2.5
mm
in 4 4.5 5 5.5 6 6.5

Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Data Matrix ECC 200

Code Resolution 0.19 mm (7.5 mils)
Tilt Angle 45°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 135

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

423-0xx Medium Red

Exposure Time (µs) 130

Gain 5

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Matrix 300N 4x3-0xx (9 mm manual lens)

Data Matrix 0.25 mm (10 mils)

2
Horizontal Reading Width
1

-1

-2

-3
mm
in 5 6 7 8 9
Reading Distance

Conditions
Hardware Settings
Code Symbology Data Matrix ECC 200
Code Resolution 0.25 mm (10 mils)
Tilt Angle 45°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 180
Software Parameters
Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed
423-0xx Medium Red
Exposure Time (µs) 155
Gain 8
453-0xx Wide White
Exposure Time (µs) 230
Gain 12
473-0xx LT-DPM
Exposure Time (µs) 330
Gain 12
483-0xx MLT-DPM
Exposure Time (µs) 310
Gain 8

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Matrix 300N 4x4-0xx (12 mm manual) 1D Codes (32°)

Matrix 300N 4x4-0xx (12 mm manual lens)

Code 128 0.25 mm (10 mils)

3
2
Horizontal Reading Width

0
-1
-2

-3

-4

mm
in 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Code 128

Code Resolution 0.25 mm (10 mils)
Tilt Angle 45°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 380

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

434-0xx Narrow Red

Exposure Time (µs) 210

Gain 10

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Matrix 300N 4x4-0xx (12 mm manual lens)

Code 128 0.30 mm (12 mils)

4
Horizontal Reading Width

-2

-4

-6
mm
in 12 14 16 18 20 22

Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Code 128

Code Resolution 0.30 mm (12 mils)
Tilt Angle 45°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 415

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

434-0xx Narrow Red

Exposure Time (µs) 250

Gain 9

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Matrix 300N 4x4-0xx (12 mm manual lens)

Code 128 0.38 mm (15 mils)

Horizontal Reading Width

2

-2

-4

-6

-8
mm
in 16 18 20 22 24 26
Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Code 128

Code Resolution 0.38 mm (15 mils)
Tilt Angle 45°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 500

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

434-0xx Narrow Red

Exposure Time (µs) 250

Gain 12

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Matrix 300N 4x4-0xx (12 mm manual lens)

Code 128 0.50 mm (20 mils)

8
Horizontal Reading Width 6
4
2

-2

-4

-6
-8

mm
in 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36
Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Code 128

Code Resolution 0.50 mm (20 mils)
Tilt Angle 45°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 740

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

434-0xx Narrow Red

Exposure Time (µs) 330

Gain 17

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Matrix 300N 4x4-0xx (12 mm manual) 2D Codes (32°)

Matrix 300N 4x4-0xx (12 mm manual lens)

Data Matrix 0.13 mm (5 mils)

2

1.5

1
Horizontal Reading Width

.5

-.5

-1

-1.5

-2
mm
in 4 4.5 5 5.5 6

Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Data Matrix ECC 200

Code Resolution 0.13 mm (5 mils)
Tilt Angle 45°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 133

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

434-0xx Narrow Red

Exposure Time (µs) 45

Gain 5

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Matrix 300N 4x4-0xx (12 mm manual lens)

Data Matrix 0.19 mm (7.5 mils)

Horizontal Reading Width 1

-1

-2

-3
mm
in 6 7 8 9
Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Data Matrix ECC 200

Code Resolution 0.19 mm (7.5 mils)
Tilt Angle 45°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 195

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

434-0xx Narrow Red

Exposure Time (µs) 90

Gain 5

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Matrix 300N 4x4-0xx (12 mm manual lens)

Data Matrix 0.25 mm (10 mils)

Horizontal Reading Width

1

-1

-2

-3
mm
in 7 8 9 10 11 12
Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Data Matrix ECC 200

Code Resolution 0.25 mm (10 mils)
Tilt Angle 45°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 250

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

434-0xx Narrow Red

Exposure Time (µs) 150

Gain 8
464-0xx Narrow White

Exposure Time (µs) 150

Gain 12

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Matrix 300N 4x4-0xx (12 mm manual lens)

Data Matrix 0.25 mm (15 mils)

2
Horizontal Reading Width

-1

-2

-3
-4

mm
in 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17
Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Code 128

Code Resolution 0.38 mm (15 mils)
Tilt Angle 45°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 355

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

434-0xx Narrow Red

Exposure Time (µs) 250

Gain 6

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Matrix 300N 4x5-0xx (16 mm manual) 1D Codes (24°)

Matrix 300N 4x5-0xx (16 mm manual lens)

Code 128 0.25 mm (10 mils)

5
4

3
Horizontal Reading Width

2
1
0
-1
-2
-3

-4

-5
mm
in 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Code 128

Code Resolution 0.25 mm (10 mils)
Tilt Angle 45°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 500

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

435-0xx Narrow Red

Exposure Time (µs) 250

Gain 16

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Matrix 300N 4x5-0xx (16 mm manual lens)

Code 128 0.30 mm (12 mils)

Horizontal Reading Width 4

-2

-4

-6

mm
in 18 20 22 24 26 28
Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Code 128

Code Resolution 0.30 mm (12 mils)
Tilt Angle 45°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 590

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

435-0xx Narrow Red

Exposure Time (µs) 300

Gain 19

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Matrix 300N 4x5-0xx (16 mm manual lens)

Code 128 0.38 mm (15 mils)

8

Horizontal Reading Width

2

-2

-4

-6

-8
mm
in 24 26 28 30 32 34 36
Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Code 128

Code Resolution 0.38 mm (15 mils)
Tilt Angle 45°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 700

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

435-0xx Narrow Red

Exposure Time (µs) 500

Gain 24

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Matrix 300N 4x5-0xx (16 mm manual lens)

Code 128 0.50 mm (20 mils)

10
8
6
Horizontal Reading Width

4
2
0
-2
-4
-6
-8
-10

mm
in 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 40 42 44 46 48

Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Code 128

Code Resolution 0.50 mm (20 mils)
Tilt Angle 45°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 900

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

435-0xx Narrow Red

Exposure Time (µs) 500

Gain 19

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Matrix 300N 4x5-0xx (16 mm manual) 2D Codes (24°)

Matrix 300N 4x5-0xx (16 mm manual lens)

Data Matrix 0.19 mm (7.5 mils)

Horizontal Reading Width 1

-1

-2

-3

mm
in 9.5 10.5 11.5
Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Data Matrix ECC 200

Code Resolution 0.19 mm (7.5 mils)
Tilt Angle 45°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 275

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

435-0xx Narrow Red

Exposure Time (µs) 190

Gain 7

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Matrix 300N 4x5-0xx (16 mm manual lens)

Data Matrix 0.25 mm (10 mils)

Horizontal Reading Width

1

-1

-2

-3
mm
in 12 13 14 15 16
Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Data Matrix ECC 200

Code Resolution 0.25 mm (10 mils)
Tilt Angle 45°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 340
Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

434-0xx Narrow Red

Exposure Time (µs) 270

Gain 8
465-0xx Narrow White

Exposure Time (µs) 270

Gain 8

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Matrix 300N 4x5-0xx (16 mm manual lens)

Data Matrix 0.38 mm (15 mils)

5
4

Horizontal Reading Width 3

2
1
0
-1
-2
-3
-4

-5

mm
in 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23
Reading Distance

Conditions

Hardware Settings

Code Symbology Data Matrix ECC 200

Code Resolution 0.38 mm (15 mils)
Tilt Angle 45°
Skew Angle 15°
Focusing Distance (mm) 495

Software Parameters

Internal Lighting Very High Power Strobed

435-0xx Narrow Red

Exposure Time (µs) 380

Gain 12

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MAXIMUM LINE SPEED AND EXPOSURE TIME

CALCULATIONS
The Exposure Time (or Shutter) parameter defines the time during which the image will
be exposed to the reader sensor to be acquired. This parameter depends heavily on the
environmental conditions (external lighting system, image contrast etc.).

In general, a longer time corresponds to a lighter image but is susceptible to blurring

due to the code movement; a shorter exposure time corresponds to a darker image.

The following considerations must be applied only when the internal

lighting system and 2D codes are used. The Maximum line speed allowed
for linear codes or postal code reading applications heavily depends on
NOTE the direction of symbol movement. When the direction of movement is
parallel to the elements of the code, the maximum speed is greater.

Assuming:
• X: Code Resolution (mm)
• Texp: Exposure Time (s)
• LS: Line Speed (mm/s)

The essential condition to avoid blurring effects between two adjacent elements in a
dynamic reading application is:

LS  Texp  X

The maximum (theoretical) line speed LS can be calculated as follows:

X / Texp (min) = LS (max)

Texp (min) is the minimum Exposure Time value obtainable for the specific application. It
can be evaluated in static reading conditions and depends on the Matrix reader model
selected for the application (internal lighting system, optical lens, reading distance) and
on any external lighting system. It may also depend on code printing quality, and reader
position.

Example

A Matrix 300N using:

Internal Lighting Mode = Very High Power Strobe
Exposure Time = 100 s
Code Resolution (X) = 0.254 mm (10 mils)

has a maximum line speed of:

0.254 (mm) / 0.0001 (s) = 2540 mm/s

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Likewise, Texp (max) is the maximum Exposure Time value that can be used without blur-
ring for the given application line speed and code resolution. Therefore:

X / LS = Texp (max)

Texp (max) and LS (max) are represented in the graph below as the curved line for X (code
resolution). Values above the curve result in blurring. In practice, the application values
are somewhere below the theoretical line (in the green area) due to environmental and
other conditions.

For example, the maximum target speed in the application is also affected by these con-
ditions:
• Code/Background Contrast: maximum speed decreases when decreasing image
contrast (poor quality codes, reflective transparent coverings, different supports
and printing techniques).
• Code Resolution: maximum speed increases when decreasing code resolution,
(i.e. 2X). There is a decrement of overlapping effects between two adjacent ele-
ments.
• Tilt Angle: maximum speed decreases when increasing Tilt angle (from 0 to 45
degrees).

The Internal Lighting parameter allows setting the operating mode of the internal light-
ing system. The possible values are:
• Disabled: the built-in LED array is turned off all the time. This option can be useful
if using an external lighting system;
• -Power Strobed: the built-in LED array is on only during the image exposure time.
Different Power Strobed lighting levels can be set.

To avoid LED array overheating, for Power Strobed settings, the program
automatically limits the range of allowed values for the Exposure Time
parameter. Therefore, after changes to Internal Lighting, recheck Expo-
NOTE sure Time.

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CHAPTER 7
SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION
Software configuration of your Matrix 300N for static reading or simple code reading
applications can be accomplished by the Rapid Configuration procedure using the
X-PRESS HMI (which requires no external configuration program). This procedure is
described in Chapter 1, Steps 3-4.

For the majority of applications however you will use [Link], connecting to the
reader through the on-board Ethernet interface. See Chapter 1, Steps 5-6.

[Link] SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

[Link] does not currently support Windows Embedded (often used in

industrial PCs and/or PLCs).
CAUTION

To install and run [Link] you should have a Laptop or PC that meets or exceeds the
following:

• 2.00 GHz or faster microprocessor

• Windows: 7, 8, or 10
• 1 GB RAM
• 2 GB hard disk for 64-bit machines; 1 GB hard disk for 32-bit machines
• 100 Base-T Ethernet
• One 19" or larger monitor (optimized for 1280x1024 resolution)

The Windows XP operating system is no longer supported by [Link].

CAUTION

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READER CONFIGURATION
For an example of Matrix device configuration see the example in Chapter 1, Steps 5-6.

Especially for lengthy configurations, it is always good practice to period-

ically save the configuration to permanent memory (Save on Device) to
avoid losing the configuration in Temporary Memory. You must give a
NOTE name to the new configuration or overwrite an existing one (except for
Default which cannot be modified).

When all the configuration parameters are set correctly and saved to the device, you
can perform a Backup to File and/or to an External storage device (BM100, etc.). See
Backup and Restore Through [Link].

Datalogic guarantees that the reader's permanent memory can store at

least 50 configurations without script formatting or with a script with less
than 2048 characters. The actual number of configurations may be larger
NOTE depending on the type of configuration and Matrix model.
In addition to your application configuration(s), the Default configuration
is always present on the reader and in fact it is not modifiable and cannot
be deleted.

Auto-Calibration
[Link] provides the Image Auto-Setup tool to maximize the reading performance by
tuning the acquisition parameters (photometry) automatically. By selecting the Image
Auto-Setup tool from the Image Settings branch in the Advanced Setup step, the follow-
ing window appears:

Figure 87 - Image Auto-Setup

Select the Static or Dynamic Self-Tuning option; Start Image Auto-Setup and Apply to
the Image Settings. The Advanced Setup window works interactively so that you can see
the results of the parameter setting changes as well as the decoding results (Results
panel).

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Figure 88 - Decoding Results OK

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Manual Calibration
The following examples show some of the typical conditions occurring during the instal-
lation and how they can be tuned manually:

Under-exposure
To correct this result it is recommended to change the following parameters in
their order of appearance:

1. increase the Exposure Time

2. increase the Gain

In general, a longer exposure time corresponds to a lighter image but is

susceptible to blurring due to code movement. Exposure time is also lim-
ited by the Internal Lighting mode parameter. Longer exposure times can
NOTE be set if the power strobe level is lowered.
High gain settings may produce a grainy image that may affect the decod-
ing process.

Figure 89 - Example Under Exposure: Too Dark

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Over-exposure
To correct this result it is recommended to change the following parameters in
their order of appearance:

1. decrease the Gain

2. decrease the Exposure Time

Figure 90 - Example Over Exposure: Too Light

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Moving code out of the Field of View

To correct this result and have the code completely visible in FOV, it is possible to follow
one or both the procedures listed below:
• reposition the reader
• use the Delay on Trigger and set the Time or Space values.

Figure 91 - Example Out of FOV

Figure 92 - Add Delay on Trigger to Correct Out of FOV

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MULTI IMAGE ACQUISITION SETTINGS

When controlled variable conditions occur in the application, Multiple Image Acquisi-
tion Settings can be defined to create a database of parameter groups that handle each
specific application condition. This database of pre-defined settings improves system
flexibility and readiness by being applied either automatically or selectively by an activa-
tion event.

For example, an application may have several stable but different lighting conditions
which require different lighting options. One Image Acquisition Setting could enable and
use an internal illuminator and another setting could enable and use an external lighting
system.

This feature is available for all Operating Modes.

Image Settings are found in the [Link] Advanced Setup step. Up to 10 different
Image Settings can be configured by adding them with the icon.

For each Image Setting condition start Image Auto-Setup, select the Static or Dynamic
Self-Tuning option; and Apply it.

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Automatic Image Settings Selection

If we don’t know from one item to the next which reading condition will be presented,
we will cycle through the pre-defined database of Image Settings (one per acquisition)
in order to automatically capture the correctly lighted image over the course of several
acquisitions. When the correct condition is matched, the result should be able to pro-
duce a Good Read.

When the Image Settings Selection is Automatic (default), then these Image Settings
groups will be used cyclically.

Applications typically require more than one acquisition to obtain sufficient

Good Read percentages. This means that for N acquisitions we will surely
have captured the correct lighting condition but we will also have cap-
NOTE tured some acquisitions with the wrong lighting condition. A consequence
then is that we cannot run these types of applications at the maximum
speed because not all the acquisitions are useful to us. We must wait for
a sufficient number of acquisitions that will guarantee a Good Read
result.

If items to be read having the same lighting conditions are grouped together, then we
can improve the read rate through the Start Acquisition From parameter. By choosing
the Last Successful value, we will start with the Image Setting that last produced a Good
Read. For this group of items the last Image Setting used will be correct for the next
item and so we start each cycle with the acquisition that will potentially produce a Good
Read.

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External Image Settings Selection

There are some applications where the lighting conditions are known before each item
is read and therefore we can pre-select the correct Image Setting from an external
source.
When the Image Settings Selection is External, Acquisition Sequences are created and
by default each Image Setting has its own Acquisition Sequence.

Each Acquisition Sequence can be activated exclusively by a single event, either

through a string from an available communication channel or by a digital input.

Alternatively a hybrid configuration can be made where more than one Image Setting
can be grouped into an Acquisition Sequence by dragging it into the desired Sequence
box. Select the empty Sequence box and delete it with the delete key.

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Each Acquisition Sequence can be activated exclusively by a single event, either

through a string from an available communication channel or by a digital input.

In this case the Start Acquisition From parameter can improve the read rate for that
Sequence. It has no meaning for a Sequence containing only one Image Setting.

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EXTENDING DOF WITH AUTOMATIC IMAGE SETTINGS

SELECTION (CYCLE ALL IN SAME PHASE) FOR LIQUID LENS MODELS
For Liquid Lens models, multiple Image Acquisition Settings can be configured and
enabled internally through the application software to extend the reader's depth of
field. During each reading phase, decoding will be attempted by applying each enabled
Image Acquisition Setting (cyclically).

Example
Read a 15 mil Data Matrix ECC 200 code covering a range from 140 to 320 mm. The
reading distance range is too long to be covered by a single acquisition setting, so two
acquisition settings could be used in which the first has a Reading Distance of 195 mm
and the second has a Reading Distance of 300 mm. When both are enabled, the reader
cycles through the two settings effectively producing the extended DOF.

Cycling through Image Acquisition Settings that require changing the

Reading Distance parameter (for liquid lens models), drastically reduces
the frame rate due to the liquid lens refocusing delay as well as by the
NOTE number of settings simultaneously enabled. Therefore this may not be the
best solution for high speed applications. For high speed applications it is
best to use the External Image Settings Selection (Input Select) feature
described on page 145. Otherwise use multiple readers set to different
reading distances.

Since many factors and parameters contribute to maximizing the reading process, it is
suggested to use the [Link] Image Auto-Setup and Focus Autolearn tools to set the
different acquisitions settings.

By default the Image Settings Selection parameter is set to Automatic.

NOTE

Multi Image Acquisition Settings Procedure using Automatic Image Settings Selection:

1. Using the [Link] Image Auto-Setup and Focus Autolearn tools, set the first
acquisition setting (default) for the 195 mm Reading Distance. Then Save on
Device.

2. Add another Image Setting, and using the [Link] Image Auto-Setup and Focus
Autolearn tools, set the second acquisition setting for the 300 mm Reading Dis-
tance. Then Save on Device.

3. On the Reading Phase step > General Settings > Acquisition Settings, set the Image
Settings Selection to Automatic (default). Then Save on Device.

4. Verify that the reader decodes at both distances with the [Link] Monitor.

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EXTENDING DOF WITH AUTOMATIC IMAGE SETTINGS

SELECTION SEQUENCE (INPUT SELECT) FOR LIQUID LENS MODELS
For Liquid Lens models, multiple Image Acquisition Settings can be configured and
enabled externally through a distance sensor to extend the reader's depth of field. The
specific Image Acquisition Setting Sequence is selected prior to the reading phase so
that only the correct setting (or group of settings) will be applied to the entire reading
phase.

When only two Image Acquisition Settings are used to extend DOF (one in each
sequence), this effectively allows switching DOF while keeping the lens refocusing delay
outside the reading phase.

This feature is recommended for high speed applications.

Within each sequence, if more than one Image Acquisition Setting is

enabled, they will be cycled as in the case where Image Settings Selec-
tion is Automatic.
NOTE

Example
Read a 15 mil Data Matrix ECC 200 code covering a range from 140 to 320 mm at an
application speed of 1 m/s. The reading distance range is too long to be covered by a
single acquisition setting, so two acquisition settings could be used in which the first has
a Reading Distance of 195 mm and is assigned to Image Settings #1, and the second has
a Reading Distance of 300 mm and is assigned to Image Settings #2.

By assigning the Image Settings Selection to External, a proximity sensor (i.e. S3Z)
mounted at least 150 ms before the Acquisition Trigger and connected to an input (i.e.
Input 2), the correct DOF can be selected by enabling the correct sequence.

As an example, for a conveyor speed of 1 meter/second the Activation Event Trigger

(Input 2 sensor) must be placed at least 150 mm before the reading phase start (Ext.
Trigger).

The proximity sensor must be calibrated to trigger on packs in the near zone (140-215
mm) and therefore select the Sequence with Image Settings #1 (the Image Acquisition
Setting relative to the 195 mm Reading Distance). Packs farther away do not trigger the
proximity sensor and so the Sequence with Image Settings #2 is selected with the Image
Acquisition Setting relative to the 300 mm Reading Distance.

The settings overlap in the range 210-220 mm and can be read by either one.

In this way the effective reading DOF covers the 140 -320 mm distance.

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Ext. Trigger

Proximity Sensor on
Input 2

Figure 93 - Example Extending DOF Using External Image Settings Selection

Since many factors and parameters contribute to maximizing the reading process, it is
suggested to use the [Link] Image Auto-Setup and Focus Autolearn tools to set the
different acquisitions settings.

Multi Image Acquisition Settings Procedure using External Image Settings Selection:

1. Using the [Link] Image Auto-Setup and Focus Autolearn tools, set the first
acquisition setting (default) for the 195 mm Reading Distance. Then Save on
Device.

2. Add another Image Setting, and using the [Link] Image Auto-Setup and Focus
Autolearn tools, set the second acquisition setting for the 300 mm Reading Dis-
tance. Then Save on Device.

3. On the Reading Phase step > General Settings > Acquisition Settings, set the Image
Settings Selection to External.

4. You will now see the Sequences appear in the [Link] display area. Click on the
sequence with Image Settings #1 and select the Input 2 Activation Event to High.
Then Save on Device.

5. Verify that the reader decodes at both distances with the [Link] Monitor.

The Acquisition Sequences (and therefore Image Settings) can alterna-

tively be preselected by a string from an available communication chan-
nel instead of a digital input. In any case the activation event is exclusive
NOTE (only one).

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IMAGE CROPPING
In some applications, the Image Cropping feature in [Link] can help to increase
decoding and result performance. Image cropping is performed from the Advanced
Setup tab by clicking on the Add Cropping Region icon as shown below.
In Matrix 300N the frame rate is dependent on the number of rows and columns in the
defined window. Image cropping allows reducing the Image processing area from the
full FoV to a smaller area where codes are present. By excluding portions of the FoV,
processing time is reduced.

After clicking the Add Cropping Region icon, a blue border appears which by default is
equal to the FoV.

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By dragging the edges with the mouse (resizing) you can crop the image to a specific
location where codes are present. The numbers in the blue boxes refer to pixel refer-
ences.

x, y coordinates of upper
left corner of Cropping
Region

number of pixels in verti-

cal Cropping Region
(Height)

The cropped area can be moved by dragging the center.

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You can also set the cropped image size and position through the Cropping Region Area
group of parameters; size = Width and Height, position = Left, Top (x,y) coordinates.

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IMAGE FILTER
Sets the filter to be applied to the image before being processed. This parameter can be
used to successfully decode particular ink-spread printed codes (e.g. direct part mark
codes).

Different filters can be applied to a single code or group of codes in one or more Image
Settings. See the [Link] User’s Manual for examples of Image Filter application.

The Erode Filter enlarges the image dark zones to increase readability.

Before - No Read After - Readable

The Dilate Filter enlarges the image white zones to increase readability.

Before - No Read After - Readable

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The Close filter eliminates dark areas (defects) in the white zones of the image.

Before - No Read After - Readable

The Open filter eliminates white areas (defects) in the dark zones of the image.

Before - No Read After - Readable

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The Contrast Stretching filter maximizes image contrast.

Before - No Read After - Readable

The Histogram Equalization filter makes the gray level distribution uniform.

Before - No Read After - Readable

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The Smoothing filter deletes small (insignificant) details in the center of the image.

Before - No Read After - Readable

The Sharpening filter improves out of focus images.

Before - No Read After - Readable

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The Deblurring filter improves blurred images.

Before - No Read After - Readable

The Black Enhancement filter produces a nonlinear increase in the black level for
light images.

Before - No Read After - Readable

The White Enhancement filter produces a nonlinear increase in the white level for
dark images.

Before - No Read After - Readable

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PASS-THROUGH CONFIGURATIONS
[Link] and Matrix 300N readers support pass-through multi device configurations.

The pass-through configuration allows individually working devices (Alone) to collect

data from other devices (also working Alone), and pass this data to a third device
through a different communication channel.

The following screenshots show the pass-through configuration settings for the three
devices in the example in "Pass-Through" on page 89.

Reader #1

Reader #2

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Reader #3

INTERNAL NETWORK CONFIGURATIONS

Internal Network configurations (also called Master/Slave configurations), are designed
to collect data from several devices connected together in an ID-NET™ network and
send data output to the Host system.
[Link] has a Net Autoset feature for the Internal ID-NET Network which automatically
recognizes and assigns addresses to all connected Slave readers.
In order to automatically recognize the ID-NET Slaves, all devices must be physically
installed and electrically connected (including ID-NET network wiring).

The general procedure (also detailed in the following paragraphs) is to:

1. Mount all the readers mechanically (refer to "Mechanical Dimensions" on page 54

and "Mounting And Positioning Matrix 300N" on page 57) and electrically (refer to
"ID-NET Interface" on page 67) with factory default settings (Layout Type = Alone,
Internal Network Role = Slave).
In order to automatically recognize the ID-NET Slaves, all devices must be physi-
cally installed and electrically connected (including ID-NET network wiring). Run
[Link] and verify that all the devices are discovered and shown in the device list
area.

2. Connect to the designated Master device in [Link] and open the Setup Internal
Network Configuration. You will be prompted to change the device to Master.
Click OK. The Slave units will automatically be recognized. See "Master Configura-
tion" on page 157.

3. Depending on the application, select Multidata, Synchronized Phase Mode or Syn-

chronized PackTrack Configuration.

4. Connect to each Slave reader via Ethernet and set the Slave specific parameters
depending on the application type. Save each Slave specific configuration. See
"Multidata ID-NET Network Configurations" on page 159 or "Synchronized ID-NET
Network Configurations" on page 163.

5. For Synchronized networks Verify/Test network performance. See "Verify Master/

Slave Synchronized Configuration" on page 167.

6. Perform the Backup current Internal Network configurations procedure. See

"Backup" on page 171.

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Master Configuration
First start with the desired device to assign as ID-NET Master (current default setting is
Slave). Click on Setup Internal Network Configuration from the Task area.

You will be advised that the device role will be changed to Master.

Click OK. The Net Autoset feature automatically starts to find Slave devices connected to
the ID-NET network of the Master.

When finished, all the Slaves should have been correctly recognized. If not, verify all
device connections and power and then repeat the operation by clicking on the Start
Net Autoset button.

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Repeat

Depending on the application, select one of the Default Internal Network Configura-
tions: Multidata, Synchronized Phase Mode or Synchronized PackTrack.

Multidata

Synchronized

This selection will open a pre-configured job for the Master reader according to the
selection. Follow the specific application instructions in the following paragraphs.

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Multidata ID-NET Network Configurations

The Multidata ID-NET network communications between Master and Slave are man-
aged by the application job (configuration) using the pass-through feature. A pre-config-
ured job is loaded with the correct pass-through settings for both the Master and Slaves
when the Default Multidata Configuration is selected from the Internal Network Setting
feature.

1. Complete the configuration of all the application parameters (including Image Set-
tings) and save them to the Master with an application specific name.
Optionally, checking the Save on Slave Device box can be helpful to save all the
current individual Slave configurations with the new configuration name. This
does not clone any parameters. If not checked, Slave configurations will remain as
Temp configurations and you will be warned that changes to the Master have not
been saved to the Cluster.
For Multidata configurations, the option to Clone Master configuration on Slaves
must not be checked.

Figure 94 - Saving Multidata Configuration to Master

The jobs must not be cloned because the Master and Slaves have different input/output
communication channels. The readers are also working independently from each other,
often on separate stations with different code reading requirements, different operating
modes, etc.

2. Connect to each Slave reader via Ethernet (see note below), and set all the config-
uration parameters of each Slave device.

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If necessary, Slave device photometric (Image Settings) parameters must

be configured separately through [Link]. This is preferably done
through each device’s Ethernet TCP/IP channel. If Slave devices are not
NOTE connected to Ethernet you must temporarily (manually) connect them one
by one to perform Image Settings.

Open the Slave specific application job (it will either have the new name saved from the
Master or Temp depending on the Save on Slave Device selection).

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When the configuration opens, pause run mode and set all the application specific con-
figuration parameters (including Image Settings).

Verify the focus and decoding with the capture image button.

3. Now save them to a new Slave specific application job1.

Figure 95 - Saving Multidata Configuration to Slave 1

1. If Save on Slave Device was selected when saving the Master configuration, an application
job with the same name (but with all Slave specific configuration parameters), has been saved
to the Slaves. No parameters have been cloned from the Master. There are no common param-
eters managed by the Master for Multidata configurations.

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Repeat this procedure for each Slave device until the entire network is configured.

The following screenshots show the pass-through configuration settings for the three
devices in the example in "ID-NET Multidata Network (Pass-Through)" on page 90.

ID-NET Master

ID-NET Slave #1

ID-NET Slave #1

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Synchronized ID-NET Network Configurations

The Synchronized ID-NET network communications between Master and Slave are inter-
nally managed by the application software. A pre-configured job is loaded with the Syn-
chronized Layout Type and the correct Operating Mode for both the Master and Slaves
when either the Phase Mode or PackTrack Configuration is selected from the Internal
Network Setting feature.

1. Complete the configuration of all the application parameters (including Image Set-
tings) and save them to the Master with an application relative name and with the
option to Clone Master configuration on Slaves.

Figure 96 - Saving Synchronized Phase Mode Configuration to Master

2. Connect to each Slave reader via Ethernet (see note below), and set the Slave spe-
cific parameters.

If necessary, Slave device photometric (Image Settings) parameters must

be configured separately through [Link]. This is preferably done
through each device’s Ethernet TCP/IP channel. If Slave devices are not
NOTE connected to Ethernet you must temporarily (manually) connect them one
by one to perform Image Settings.

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Open the cloned application job.

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When the job opens, pause run mode and configure the Slave specific parameters.
These depend on the application and include the following:

• photometric parameters (Image Auto-Setup feature in the Advanced Setup –

Image Settings step)
• Acquisition Trigger Delays necessary to avoid lighting interference between adja-
cent or oppositely positioned readers (Reading Phase step)
• Images Saving if used (Data Formatting step)
• Encoder Sensor: if used (for all Slaves, the Encoder Type must be set to Internal)

Verify the focus and decoding with the capture image button.

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3. Now save them, overwriting the cloned application job1.

Figure 97 - Saving Synchronized Phase Mode Configuration to Slave

Repeat this procedure for each Slave device until the entire network is configured.

See "ID-NET Synchronized Network" on page 91 for an example.

1. An application job with the same name as the Master’s has been cloned to the Slaves. Each
Slave can have its own Image Settings parameters saved in its own copy of the application job.
Common parameters managed by the Master such as Operating Mode cannot be modified in
the Slave jobs and are shown in dark grey.

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Verify Master/Slave Synchronized Configuration

From the Master configuration, run the application and monitor the output data from
the [Link] Console or a configured channel terminal.

If necessary, as a troubleshooting tip, you can temporarily apply the Reading Mask field
in place of each Code Content field to verify if all devices are reading. To do this:

1. Connect to the Master device via Ethernet and from the Data Formatting step,
change each Expected Code Field Type from Code Content to Reading Mask.

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2. Run the application and monitor the output data from the [Link] Console or a
configured channel terminal.

Output Data

Reading Mask

The Reading Mask shows which device reads which Expected Code. The mask is
composed of a fixed 32-character string (0=No Read or 1=Read) representing the
32 possible readers in an ID-NET network. By default the Master is the last charac-
ter in the string (Master on Right) but this can be changed. The Slaves are shown
adjacent to the Master in order (1 to 31), by default from right to left.

Example: Master + Slave 1 = 00000000000000000000000000000011

The figure above shows that both the Master and Slave 1 are reading Code 128 while
only the Master is reading Code 39.

3. After verifying correct functioning of the reading devices, return the Expected
Code fields from Reading Mask to Code Content.

4. If you haven’t made any other changes you can exit without saving. Otherwise,
save the Master device configuration overwriting its previous one, making sure to
save without Clone Master Configuration on Slaves, otherwise the Slave configu-
rations will be overwritten.

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To view the connected Slave configurations:

1. Click on the Internal Network View tab at the bottom of the screen.

2. Open the Master branch by clicking on the arrow to the left of the Master icon.

3. Select any slave. Wait for the configuration to load.

4. Click The Configuration tab at the bottom of the screen.

By selecting the various configuration steps above you can visualize the slave configura-
tion.

You can modify some Slave Synchronized parameters from this view but
you cannot save them here.
To save changed slave parameters here, you must click on the Master and
NOTE
Save the configuration overwriting it, making sure to select Save on
Slave Device but without Clone Master Configuration on Slaves, otherwise
all the Slave configuration parameters will be overwritten by the Master
configuration.

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BACKUP AND RESTORE THROUGH [Link]

[Link] allows Backup and Restore to be performed to/from the configuration PC via
file or to an external storage device such as BM100.

It can be performed for Single Reader and Internal Network (Master/Slave) configura-
tions.

Backup and Restore functions allow performing Complete Configuration and Environ-
ment parameter storage for Single Reader and ID-NET (Master/Slave) network devices
as well as device firmware. Backup and Restore can be applied to any reader connected
through a device having external backup memory, regardless of the reader's network
configuration.

Backup to and Restore from external device is supported by [Link] for all reading
devices when connected to:

• CBX + BM100
• QLM-Series Gateways

Before executing a Backup to a BM100 backup module make sure the

Write Protection switch is set to Unlocked.
NOTE

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Backup
To perform a Backup:

1. From the [Link] Device menu, select either Single Reader Backup (to file on
PC); or Backup to external storage device.

For ID-NET network Backup, select the Backup current Internal Network
configurations selection.
NOTE

You will be reminded that configuration in temporary memory will not be saved so you
should save the configuration to the reader before performing Backup.

If you are performing a backup to a file you will be asked whether to include the firm-
ware or not.

At the end of the backup, [Link] shows a message indicating successful completion.

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Restore
To perform a Restore:

1. From the [Link] Device menu, select either Single Reader Restore (from file on
PC); or Restore from external storage device.

For ID-NET network Restore, select the Internal Network replacement

selection.
NOTE

If restoring an ID-NET network though the Master, this may take a few minutes.

At the end of the restore, [Link] shows a message indicating successful completion.

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Replacement

The replacement device must be the exact same model as the device it is
replacing.
CAUTION

The Restore function also provides easy and secure Single Device Replacement:

1. Remove the device to be replaced.

2. Connect the new device (make sure the new device has been previously set to fac-
tory default).

3. Run the Restore procedure by selecting either Single Reader Restore (from file on
PC) or Restore from external storage device item (see: Restore procedure).

In case of Backup or Restore operation failures, error messages will be

displayed in the Monitor Diagnostic page.
NOTE

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RESTORE DEFAULTS
The device parameters are divided into two main classes, Configuration and Environ-
ment which are affected differently by the Restore Defaults commands.

• The Configuration parameters are the ones set in the various steps of the configu-
ration process and are specific to each application. When multiple configurations
(jobs) are saved on a single device, these parameters can be different from one
configuration to the next.

• Environment parameters regard the device Identity and Position in a Network

(Ethernet, ID-NET, etc.) and are not influenced by the Default (or any other) Con-
figuration present in memory.

Restore Default Startup Configuration

The Default configuration is always present on the reader and in fact it is not modifiable
and cannot be deleted. It can always be restored by simply selecting it from the Open
from Device configuration list.

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The same action can be performed from the Device menu >Backup/Restore > Restore
Defaults > Restore Default Startup Configuration. The Default Configuration will be set
to run at startup and the reader will be reset.

Any previously saved configurations on the device will remain in memory, but the
Default configuration is set as the startup configuration.

Restore Default Environment

Restore Default Environment returns all Environment parameters to their factory
default settings. The default IP address will be restored as well as all the parameters
managed in the Device Environment Configuration window.

The Factory Default static IP

address for all Matrix N Family
readers is:

IP Address = [Link]

Any previously saved configurations on the device will remain in memory, but the
Default configuration is set as the startup configuration.

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Restore Factory Defaults

In order to return a device to its absolute Factory default parameters (for example
device replacement) it is necessary to use the Restore Factory Defaults command. You
will be prompted to confirm.

All Environment parameters will be restored to Factory default values and any existing
configurations stored on the device will be erased. The device will be reset and there-
fore start in run mode with the factory default configuration.

DIAGNOSTIC ALARMS
By using the [Link] Monitor functions from the File menu (or Monitor icon), you can
get information about the state of the ID-NET network.

Figure 98 - Diagnostic Alarms

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STATISTICS
Statistics on the reading performance can be viewed by enabling the Statistics panel
from the [Link] Monitor item selected from the File menu (or Monitor icon).

Figure 99 - Reading Statistics

The enabled Statistical Counters can be selected from the Device>Settings>Configura-

tion Settings menu.

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BM150 DISPLAY MODULE CONFIGURATION AND MESSAGES

The BM150 display module is an optional accessory for the CBX500 connection box.
Although independent, it is an extension of the reader's HMI Interface, so through its
keypad it provides execution of HMI features such as Test, Focus/Locate, Calibration and
Code Setting. It also displays device status information, reading results, diagnostic and
network messages. Since it connects through the BM100 backup memory module, it
provides access to Backup and Restore features through its Extended menu.

Configuration Through [Link]

BM150 must be detected through the BM100 backup memory module at power-up/
reset and this is done through a command setting in [Link]. By connecting the reader
to [Link] the following parameters can be managed.

In the Device>Settings>Settings>Maintenance window:

• Enable BM100 Detection

Checked (Enabled): the BM100 backup memory module will be detected on power-up/
reset; therefore the BM150 display module (if present), will also be enabled.
Unchecked (Disabled): the BM100 backup memory module will not be detected on
power-up/reset; therefore the BM150 display module (if present), will also not be
enabled.

• BM150 Display Layout (Master Only)

Reading Mask Only: the Reading Mask screen is sent to the BM150 display.
Reading Mask/Device State: the Reading Mask/Device State screen is sent to the BM150
display.

Accessing the HMI Interface Through Keypad and Display Menu

Through its keypad and display, the BM150 provides a remote extension of the reader's
HMI Interface. The HMI default menu items can be accessed as well as the View menu
for Master devices and the Extended menu for Backup and Restore functions.

Up Enter Down

Figure 100BM150 Keypad

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To enter the Main Menu press the Up and Down buttons simultaneously.

The menu structure is shown below.

Main Menu
[Exit] (exits HMI Interface menu)
Test Mode (performs Test mode)
Focus/Locate (performs Focus function: turns on LED pointers)
Calibration (performs Setup function)
Code Setting (performs Learn function)
Match Code Tra (Training: allows to read a code and store it as the Match code)

View Menu (Master Only)

[Exit] (returns to Main menu)
Standard (displays the Standard Reading Results screen during run mode)
Reading Mask (displays the Reading Mask or Reading Mask/Device State screen
during run mode) depends on the selection in [Link] (see Configuration
Through [Link]).
Network State (displays the Network State screen during run mode)

Extended Menu
[Exit] (returns to Main menu)
Backup (performs Backup - uninterruptible)
Restore (performs Restore - uninterruptible)
Erase (erases the backup configuration in external memory - uninterruptible)

To move through the list press and release the Up or Down key.
To select an item or enter a submenu, press and release the Enter key. After executing
an HMI function the display shows a result message and then automatically exits from
the menu structure.
To exit a menu manually, press and release the Enter key at the [Exit] item or press the
Up and Down buttons simultaneously.
To exit from a running HMI function, press the Up and Down buttons simultaneously.
These functions will also exit upon their configured timeout.

When the HMI Interface is entered from either the Local Device (reader)
or Remote Device (BM150), the key(s) on the other device are disabled.
NOTE

When the reader is connected to [Link], access to the BM150 HMI

Interface is disabled.
NOTE

The “Reset Reader to Factory Default Environment” function of the HMI

Interface is only available on the local device (reader), and not on the
BM150.
NOTE

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Display Messages
The following examples of Remote Display messages are given to help interpret the
information reported. The content of these messages depends on the connected reader.

Welcome Message

M = scanner model
K = software – STD=Standard, SS =Special
V = software version
R = Device Network Type – MUL=Multidata, SYN=Synchronized, ALN=Alone
N = Device Network Setting – M00=ID-NET Network Master, Sxx= ID-NET Network Slave
address, Null string= Alone (no network)
D = device serial number
A = Ethernet IP Address

Test Mode Results

A = reading percentage from 000 to 100%.

Z = code content.

Calibration (Setup) Results

X = exposure value (in s).

G = gain value

Code Setting (Learn) Results

X = recognized code symbology.

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Diagnostic Alarms
Diagnostic error messages are sent to the BM150 display as numeric Alarm Codes (even
if Failure Messages are selected for data transmission, the numeric Alarm Code is sent
to the display).

X = numeric Alarm Code (see below for the list of Alarm Codes)
R = Device Network Type – MUL=Multidata, SYN=Synchronized, ALN=Alone
N = Device Network Setting – M00=ID-NET Network Master, Sxx= ID-NET Network Slave
address, Null string= Alone (no network)

Alarm Code Description

1 Slave No Reply
64 Slave Address Duplication
171 Protocol Index Failure
185 Backup Memory Communication Failure
187 Wrong Rotary Switch Selection
189 Fieldbus Communication Failure
191 Fieldbus Type Mismatch
193 Fieldbus Configuration Error
195 Fieldbus DHCP Problem
201 No XRF Slave(s) Detected

Slave Node Alarms (Master only)

X = slave node number (1-31)

R = Device Network Type – MUL=Multidata, SYN=Synchronized

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Network State (Master only)

M = Master diagnostic condition; S = Slave diagnostic condition:

* = scanner OK
- =scanner not detected at startup
? =scanner detected at startup but not responding to diagnostic polling
! = scanner diagnostic error

Standard Reading Results

A = reading result – Good Read, Partial Read, Multiple Read

X = code content
Y = number of codes read

Reading Mask Only (Master Only)

X = code content (or "No Read" or "Multiple Read")

Y = Good Read, No Read, Multiple Read and Partial Read counters on the last 100 codes
read (%)
S = Reading Mask for Stand Alone or Master plus Slave readers 1 - 15
(0 = No Read, 1 = Good Read, M = Multiple Read)
T = Reading Mask for Slave readers 16 - 31
(0 = No Read, 1 = Good Read, M = Multiple Read)

Reading Mask/Device State (Master Only)

X = Recognized code label data (or "No Read" or "Multiple Read")

Y = Phase Counter (range: 0000000 to 9999999)
Z = Good Read or Multiple Read counters (%)
S = Reading Mask for Stand Alone or Master plus Slave readers 1 - 15
(0 = No Read, 1 = Good Read, M = Multiple Read)

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U = Diagnostic condition for Stand Alone or Master plus Slave readers 1 - 15:
* = reader OK
- = reader not detected at startup
? = reader detected at startup but not responding to diagnostic polling
! = reader diagnostic error

BM150 Backup and Restore Procedure

The Backup and Restore functions are valid for any application layout type (point-to-
point, network, etc.) using CBX500 connection boxes through the BM100 Backup mod-
ule (required accessory for BM150 installation).
The Backup and Restore functions are managed through the BM150 display and keypad
and therefore are disabled at the BM100 Backup/Restore button.
If it ever becomes necessary to replace the reading device it can be quickly configured
through the restore procedure.
BM150 provides complete backup and restore functions (Configuration and Environ-
mental parameters) with the following difference:
For Single Readers or individual ID-NET Slaves:
• Backup and Restore functions provide parameter storage including all configura-
tion jobs present on the reader.
For Master Readers in ID-NET Master/Slave networks:
• Backup and Restore functions provide parameter storage of only the Startup Con-
figuration for the Master and all Slaves present in the network.

For Master/Slave networks any other configurations (jobs) stored in the

device memory will not be backed up. Therefore upon a restore, all jobs
other than the startup configuration will be overwritten (erased). It is
CAUTION strongly recommended to save all configurations to backup files.

The Slaves must always be configured with the same network baud rate as the Master
for correct functioning including performing Backup and Restore procedures.

Backup and Restore functions cannot be interrupted once started.

To perform Backup:

1. Make sure the Write Protection switch on the BM100 is unlocked.

2. Select the Backup item from the Extended menu and press the Enter key.

3. When the procedure is complete a message appears on the display showing the
results (Backup OK 1 File Saved or an error message).

4. Set the Write Protection switch to locked.

To perform Restore:

1. Select the Restore item from the Extended menu and press the Enter key.

2. When the procedure is complete a message appears on the display showing the
results (Restore OK 1 File Restored or an error message).

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ILLUMINATORS

STANDARD ILLUMINATORS (WIDE, MEDIUM, AND NARROW

ANGLE)

Figure 101 - 1.3 MP (left) and 2 MP (right) models with Wide Angle Illuminators

Figure 102 - 1.3 MP (left) and 2 MP (right) models with Medium Angle Illuminators

Figure 103 - 1.3 MP model with Narrow Angle Illuminators

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These illuminators are made up of 8 LEDs for 1.3 MP models and 10 LEDs for 2 MP mod-
els. LEDs are controlled simultaneously by the software application.

These are Bright Field general purpose illuminators. Wide Angle illuminators cover a
larger area over a given distance, whereas Narrow Angle illuminators are ideal for areas
needing a narrower field of coverage further from source.

The RED illuminator is an optimum solution for applications where codes are printed on
paper and where Direct Park Marking (DPM) is obtained by ink jet or laser etching tech-
nology on flat non-reflective surfaces, without any evident machining flaws made by
machine tools (e.g. cutters or lathes). The reader’s pitch or skew angle helps to avoid
direct reflection when codes are marked on very reflective surfaces.

The WHITE illuminator is suitable for applications with colored codes and/or colored
backgrounds (e.g. red code on white background) or with mixed color codes (e.g. blue/
red ink on white background).

According to model, the following combinations of ON/OFF lighting configurations can

be obtained.

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Wide Angle Illuminator combinations

1.3 MP models with Wide Angle Red Illuminator (41x-0xx)

OFF ON

1.3 MP models with Wide Angle White Illuminator (45x-0xx)

OFF ON

2 MP models with Wide Angle Red Illuminator (71x-0xx)

Even Alternate Odd Alternate

OFF All ON
Chain Chain

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2 MP models with Wide Angle White Illuminator (75x-0xx)

Even Alternate Odd Alternate

OFF All ON
Chain Chain

Medium Angle Illuminator combinations

1.3 MP models with Medium Angle Red Illuminator (42x-0xx)

OFF ON

2 MP models with Medium Angle Red Illuminator (72x-0xx)

Even Alternate Odd Alternate

OFF All ON
Chain Chain

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2 MP models with Medium Angle White Illuminator (79x-0xx)

Even Alternate Odd Alternate

OFF All ON
Chain Chain

Narrow Angle Illuminator combinations

1.3 MP models with Narrow Angle Red Illuminator (43x-0xx)

OFF ON

1.3 MP models with Narrow Angle White Illuminator (46x-0xx)

OFF ON

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DIFFUSED RED ILLUMINATOR

Figure 104 - 26/24-LED LT-DPM Illuminator

This illuminator is made up of 50 LEDs divided into two groups of four sectors each,
independently controlled by the software application. Four sectors make up the internal
group called Central LED Group. The other four sectors make up the external group
called Peripheral LED Group.

Please note that the Diffused Red Illuminator is called LT-DPM for 1.3 MP models (47x-
0xx) and R-WD DIF for 2 MP models (77x-0xx).

The following ON/OFF lighting configurations can be set.

Central LED Group

Bottom-Right Bottom-Left
Top-Left Sector Top-Right Sector
Sector Sector

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Peripheral LED Group

Left Sector Top Sector Right Sector Bottom Sector

Via software each single sector can be turned on, however it is NOT possible to simulta-
neously turn on sectors belonging to the separate LED Groups - Peripheral and Central.
Despite this restriction, thirty different combinations of ON/OFF lighting configurations
can be obtained.

By enabling multiple Image Settings, each having a different ON/OFF LED combination,
different consecutive images can be acquired, changing the activation of the eight LED
sectors. This feature is particularly effective for reading codes printed/marked on reflec-
tive surfaces, by sequentially turning OFF the single LED sectors.

Examples for DPM Applications

In the example below, a Data Matrix code etched onto a PCB (reflective surface) must be
read.

With all four LED sectors enabled (Example A), the code is not readable due to the LED
reflections on the code surface. With different Image Settings in which the Right sector
is turned off (removed from the parameter combination - Example B), the code is illumi-
nated by the other LED sectors without the reflections on the code surface.

Example A Example B
INCORRECT illumination GOOD illumination

Furthermore, the use of the Diffused Red Illuminator is really effective in direct part
marking applications (DPM), where linear machining flaws are present on the part sur-
faces. In these cases, an image of the code can be obtained having a very light back-
ground. In addition, the high number of LEDs and the diffuser increase background

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uniformity because the dark bands that are generated by the spacing between adjacent
LEDs are minimized.
Please consider that when using a Diffused Red Illuminator to illuminate surfaces with
linear machining flaws, the well-lighted area depends on the direction of the machining
flaws with respect to the illuminator’s LED sectors, irrespective of the reading distance.
Clearly, this characteristic fixes the upper limit of the code dimensions compatible with
the use of this illuminator. In reality, it is an actual limit of the usable part of the field of
view. Therefore, this limit must be taken into account during the feasibility analysis of
the solution, including the eventual positioning variation of the codes with respect to
the center of the reader’s field of view.
The arrangement of the LED sectors allows obtaining a well-lighted area even when the
direction of the machining flaws is changed.
Refer to the following images for the dimension of lighted area illuminated by the differ-
ent LED Groups.

Figure 105 - Color Photo of Code

Figure 106 - Peripheral LED Group

Figure 107 - Central LED Group

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MLT-DPM ILLUMINATOR
This is both a Bright Field and a Dark Field illuminator available for 1.3 MP models.

Figure 108 - 39/24-LED MLT-DPM Illuminator

The MLT-DPM illuminator is made up of 63 LEDs divided into two groups of four sectors
each, independently controlled by the software application.

Four sectors of six LEDs each make up the internal group called Central LED Group and
correspond to Bright Field illumination. The operating distance range is typically from
20 to 250 mm. The reader focus distance further limits this range.

The use of the MLT-DPM Central LED Group is particularly effective in direct part mark
applications (DPM), where linear machining flaws are present on the part surfaces. In
these cases, an image of the code can be obtained having a very light background.

The other four sectors make up the external group called Peripheral LED Group and cor-
respond to Dark Field illumination. Dark Field illumination is guaranteed by the 39 side-
emitting blue LEDs divided as follows: a TOP sector of 7 LEDs, a BOTTOM sector of 8
LEDs and two sectors (LEFT and RIGHT) of 12 LEDs each.

The Peripheral LED Group can be the correct solution for DPM applications with highly
reflective surfaces. In these applications, by using a traditional bright field illuminator,
the code can result unreadable because in the acquired image some parts of the code
are made invisible due to gray-level saturation generated by direct reflection of the illu-
minator LEDs.

To obtain optimum Dark Field illumination, it is necessary to work at close range, typi-
cally in the range from 20 to 50 mm. The reader focus distance further limits this range.

An orange filter is applied over the Central LED Group in order to avoid harmful blue
light reflections off the Peripheral LED component packages.

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The Peripheral LED Group can also be used as a Bright Field illuminator in the range
from 50 to 100 mm. This group is similar to the Diffused Red Illuminator Peripheral LED
Group but differs by the light intensity (lower in the MLT-DPM) and wavelength emitted
by the LEDs.

Central LED Group

Bottom-Right Bottom-Left
Top-Left Sector Top-Right Sector
Sector Sector

Peripheral LED Group

Left Sector Top Sector Right Sector Bottom Sector

Like the Diffused Red Illuminator, in software each single sector can be turned on, how-
ever it is NOT possible to simultaneously turn on sectors belonging to the separate LED
Groups - Peripheral and Central. Despite this restriction, thirty different combinations of
ON/OFF lighting configurations can be obtained.

By enabling multiple Image Settings, each having a different ON/OFF LED combination,
different consecutive images can be acquired, changing the activation of the eight LED
sectors. This feature is particularly effective for reading codes printed/marked on reflec-
tive surfaces, by sequentially turning OFF the single LED sectors.

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Examples for DPM Applications

In the example below, two Data Matrix codes etched onto a plastic reflective surface
must be read.

With all four LED sectors enabled (Example A), the code is not readable due to the LED
reflections on the code surface. With different Image Settings in which the Bottom-
Right sector is turned off (removed from the parameter combination - Example B) and
the Top-Left sector is turned off (removed from the parameter combination - Example
C), the code is illuminated by the other LED sectors without the reflections on the code
surface.

Example B Example C
Example A
GOOD illumination on Left GOOD illumination on
INCORRECT illumination
code Right code

Please consider that, like the Diffused Red Illuminator, when using MLT-DPM Central
LED Group to illuminate surfaces with linear machining flaws, the well-lighted area
depends on the direction of the machining flaws with respect to the illuminator’s LED
sectors, irrespective of the reading distance.

Clearly, this characteristic fixes the upper limit of the code dimensions compatible with
the use of the MLT-DPM. In reality, it is an actual limit of the usable part of the field of
view. Therefore, this limit must be taken into account during the feasibility analysis of
the solution, including the eventual positioning variation of the codes with respect to
the center of the reader’s field of view.

The arrangement of the LED sectors allows obtaining a well-lighted area even when the
direction of the machining flaws is changed.

Refer to the following images for the dimension of lighted area illuminated by the differ-
ent LED Groups.

Figure 109 - Color Photo of Code

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When using the MLT-DPM Peripheral LED Group (Dark Field), the photo-
metric parameters (Exposure time and Gain) are set to higher values in
order to obtain results similar to the Diffused Red Illuminator Peripheral
NOTE LED Group (Bright Field).

Figure 110 - MLT-DPM Peripheral LED Group

When using the MLT-DPM Central LED Group (Dark Field), the photometric
parameters (Exposure time and Gain) are set to lower values in order to
obtain results similar to the Diffused Red Illuminator Central LED Group
NOTE (Bright Field).

Figure 111 - MLT-DPM Central LED Group

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POLARIZED ILLUMINATORS

Figure 112 - (left) 1.3 MP model with 8-LED Polarized Illuminator

(right) 2 MP model with 10-LED Polarized Illuminator

Matrix 300N also comes with a built-in polarizing filter. This is the ideal solution to
reduce hot spots on reflective surface applications, such as:
• DPM on reflective metal surfaces
• DPM on non-metal reflecting surfaces
• DPM on electronic circuit boards
• Glossy labels
• Labels under plastic films

By removing LED reflection, Matrix 300N with polarized illuminators features extreme
mounting flexibility, as it can be mounted 90° to the target surface. This in turn avoids
code distortion and allows more reliable code grading.

The following examples show the difference between codes read with and without
polarizing filters:

DPM: Data Matrix on electronic components

Non polarized Polarized

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DPM: Data Matrix and QR codes on metal surfaces

Non polarized Polarized

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Bar Code under plastic film

Non polarized Polarized

Bar Code on glossy surfaces

Non polarized Polarized

If no polarized illuminator is used, the user may avoid LED reflections by

turning on either the Even or the Odd Chain according to the code position
in the reader’s Field of View.
NOTE

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DIRECT PART MARKING APPLICATIONS

For Data Matrix family codes the Decoding Complexity parameter is available when
Processing Mode is set to Standard and selects the decoding algorithm based on the
printing/marking technique used to create the symbol and on the overall printing/
marking quality.

The possible selections progress from Low to Very High where Low can improve decod-
ing time for good print/mark quality and/or relatively normal size codes. This is the
default setting. Very High can improve the decode rate for low print/mark quality and/
or small size codes. This algorithm is much more aggressive but in general it may have
longer decoding times than the lower complexity algorithms. To minimize decoding
time it is better to select the lowest value that still guarantees good decoding.

For QR codes the Decoding Method parameter allows the Dot Peen Decoding algorithm
to be selected, which improves the decode rate for low quality Direct Part Mark codes
and in general for Direct Part Mark codes with dot peening type module shapes.

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MATRIX 300N RECOMMENDED ILLUMINATION FOR DPM

In the following table these macro-cases are listed, each of them highlighting the most
suitable Matrix 300N lighting system used to resolve the application.

Application STD. STD. Diff. MLT-DPM MLT-DPM

LT-51x Polarized
Characteristics Red White Red Central Peripheral

Printed codes on
opaque paper or
labels having a flat
surface
Laser Etching or Ink
Jet code marking on
an opaque, flat sur-
face having no evi-
dent machining
flaws
Code marking on an
opaque, rough sur-
face
Code marking on a
flat surface with evi-
dent machining
flaws produced by
machining tools
Laser Etching or Dot
Peening code mark-
ing on a flat, highly
reflective surface

Code marking on a
white background

Red-printed code on
white background

Mixed color
codes/background

Legend:

Suggested Lighting System

Compatible Lighting System

Lighting System Not Recommended

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For correct use of the MLT-DPM Peripheral and LT-51x illuminators, make
sure that the application working distance is within the lighting system
working distance. See the table under “Lighting System Working Dis-
NOTE tances” on page 204.

Illumination Examples for DPM Applications

The following images have been captured by a Matrix 300N DPM model reader to
demonstrate positioning and contrast considerations for DPM applications.

Code Positioning with Respect to Illumination

Since the various internal illuminators on the DPM models are located above or below
the sensor, the light emitted from them can cause glare in the respective area of the
image. If this glare covers the code, the reader will not be able to see it and therefore
cannot decode it (see the first image in the table below).

Application Non Polarized Polarized Diffused

Reading a Data Matrix

code etched on a metal
surface (can lid)
Code at FoV center
No Read OK OK

Reading a Data Matrix

code etched on a metal
surface (can lid)
Code at FoV top
OK OK OK

Reading a Data Matrix

code etched on a metal
surface (can lid)
Code at FoV bottom
OK OK OK

Reading a Data Matrix

code etched on a metal
surface (can lid)
Code at FoV right
OK OK OK

Reading a Data Matrix

code etched on a metal
surface (can lid)
Code at FoV left
OK OK OK

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Color Contrast Considerations for DPM Applications

Matrix 300N DIF / MLT-DPM models are available in Red and Blue Light versions to help
resolve applications that have colored codes and/or backgrounds.
The choice between the blue or red illuminator should be
done in order to maximize the contrast between the code
and its background; in general, a code illuminated with a
light of the same color becomes brighter, on the other
hand when illuminated with an opposite color it appears
darker (see the Chromatic Circle Chart).
Consequently during the reading phase the lighting sys-
tem changes the chromatic rendering of the target
according to the color of the illuminator, modifying the
contrast between target and background. See the exam-
ples below.

Color Photo of Codes

STD White Light MLT-DPM Blue Light DIF / MLT-DPM Red Light

Red code Red code Blue code

Blue code
(left) has (left) has (right) has
Good contrast on all codes (right) has
good con- very low good con-
low contrast
trast contrast trast

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DIF /
Models STD MLT-DPM
MLT-DPM

Illumination Color White Blue Red

Mixed color codes/background

Red-printed code on light background

White-printed code on red background

Red-printed code on dark background

Black-printed code on red background

Blue-printed code on light background

White-printed code on blue background

Blue-printed code on dark background

Black-printed code on blue background

Legend:

Suggested Lighting System

Compatible Lighting System

Lighting System Not Recommended

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LIGHTING SYSTEM WORKING DISTANCES

Reader Model Lighting System Working Distance

Matrix 300N 41x-010 Red Wide 20 to 550 mm

Matrix 300N 45x-010 White Wide 20 to 550 mm
Matrix 300N 47x-010 Diffused Red, both LED Groups 20 to 250 mm
Matrix 300N 48x-010 MLT-DPM Central LED Group 20 to 250 mm
Matrix 300N 48x-010 MLT-DPM Peripheral LED Group 20 to 50 mm
Matrix 300N 712-010 Red Wide 20 to 650 mm
Matrix 300N 712-015 Red Wide, Polarized 20 to 350 mm
Matrix 300N 752-010 White Wide 20 to 650 mm
Matrix 300N 772-010 Diffused Red, both LED Groups 20 to 350 mm
Matrix 300N 726-010 Red Medium 40 to 1200 mm
Matrix 300N 796-010 White Medium 40 to 1200 mm
Matrix 300N 776-010 Diffused Red, both LED Groups 40 to 450 mm
Any model LT-51x 13 mm

The following figure shows the focus distance of a reader equipped with an LT-51x illu-
minator:

Figure 113 - Focus distance = α + β

The best results for this illuminator are obtained when α is approx. 13 mm (0.5’’). β
measures 75 mm, therefore the focus distance in this case equals 88 mm.

The minimum and maximum DPM application distance is limited by both

the lighting system working distance and the reader focus distance.
For example, the minimum application distance is limited by the reader
CAUTION
minimum focus distance (25 mm for liquid lens models). The maximum
application distance is limited by the smaller of the illuminator maximum
working distance or the lens maximum focus distance. See also “Global
FOV Diagrams” on page 93.

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MATRIX 300N 2MP ILLUMINATION GUIDELINES

In the following table the most suitable Matrix 300N 2MP lighting systems are indicated
according to general application requirements.

Focal length 9 mm 16 mm

Reading
≤ 350 mm > 350 mm ≤ 450 mm > 450 mm
distance

Recommended STANDARD
models for White / Red STANDARD STANDARD STANDARD
general White / Red White / Red White / Red
POLARIZED
purpose Wide Angle DIFFUSED Medium Angle
applications DIFFUSED

Recommended Consider STANDARD Consider STANDARD

models for marking and marking and
Red Wide Red Medium
DPM
surface typea Angle surface type a Angle
applications

a. For more details, please refer to “Matrix 300N Recommended Illumination for DPM” on
page 200.

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MAINTENANCE

CLEANING
Clean the lens cover periodically for continued correct operation of the reader. See Gen-
eral View.

Dust, dirt, etc. on the lens cover may alter the reading performance.

Repeat the operation frequently in particularly dirty environments.

Use soft material and alcohol to clean the lens cover and avoid any abrasive substances.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

GENERAL GUIDELINES
• When wiring the device, pay careful attention to the signal name (acronym) on the
CBX100/500 spring clamp connectors (Chapter 4, CBX Electrical Connections). If you
are connecting directly to the Matrix 300N M12 17-pin connector, pay attention to
the pin number of the signals (Appendix A).

• If you need information about a certain reader parameter you can refer to the
[Link] help on line. Connect the device and click on the link to the parameter
you are interested in.

• If you are unable to fix the problem and are going to contact your local Datalogic
office or Datalogic Partner or ARC, we suggest providing (if possible): Application
Program version, Parameter Configuration file, Serial Number and Order Number
of your reader. You can get most of this information while [Link] is connected to
the reader.

Troubleshooting Guide

Problem Suggestion

[Link] Installation: Check Windows settings to see if Autorun is disabled.

Autorun or [Link] Associate the file type .hta with the Microsoft HTML Application
doesn’t run host [Link] in Windows\System32.
Is power connected?
If using a power adapter (like PG6000), is it connected to wall
outlet?
Power ON: If using rail power, does rail have power?
the “POWER” LED is If using CBX, does it have power (check switch and LED)?
not lit. Check if you are referring to the M12 17-pin connector or to the
CBX spring clamp connectors.
Measure Voltage either at pin 1 and pin 2 (for 17-pin connector)
or at spring clamp Vdc and GND (for CBX).

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Troubleshooting Guide

Problem Suggestion

Check if you are referring to the 17-pin connector or to the CBX

spring clamp connectors.
Is the sensor connected to Input 1 or Input 2?
Is power supplied to the photo sensor?
One Shot or Phase For NPN configuration, is power supplied to one of the two I1 or
Mode using the Input I2 signals (A or B)?
1 (External Trigger) or
Input 2: For PNP configuration, is one of the two I1 or I2 signals
grounded (A or B)?
the ”TRIGGER” LED is
not blinking while the Are the photo sensor LEDS (if any) working correctly?
External Trigger is Is the sensor/reflector system aligned (if present)?
switching. On the Reading Phase step check the Input 1 or Input 2 Deboun-
cing Time parameter setting.
On the Reading Phase step check the settings for Acquisition
Trigger, Reading Phase-ON, and Reading Phase-OFF parame-
ters.
On the Reading Phase step check the settings for Acquisition
Trigger, Reading Phase-ON, and Reading Phase-OFF parame-
One Shot or Phase ters.
Mode using serial Are the COM port parameters (Baud Rate, Parity, Data Bits, Stop
trigger source: Bits) correctly assigned?
the ”TRIGGER” LED is On the Reading Phase step check the settings of Acquisition
not blinking. Trigger String, Reading Phase-ON String, and Reading Phase-
OFF String parameters.
Is the serial trigger source correctly connected?
Phase Mode:
the ”TRIGGER" LED is
correctly blinking but Is the Phase frequency lower than the maximum frame rate?
no image is displayed
in the [Link] win-
dow.
Continuous Mode:
the ”TRIGGER” LED is Verify the correct software configuration settings.
not blinking.
Any Operating Mode:
the ”TRIGGER” LED is
correctly blinking but Check the Code Collection parameters on the Reading Phase
no result is transmit- step and the Data Formatting parameters on the Data Format-
ted by the reader at ting step.
the end of the reading
phase collection.
Image not clear: verify the Focus procedure
Image focused but not
verify the Calibrate Image Density procedure.
decoded:

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Troubleshooting Guide

Problem Suggestion

Run the Rapid Configuration procedure in Chapter 1, Rapid Con-

figuration.
Position the reader as described in "Mounting And Positioning
Matrix 300N" on page 57 and through [Link]:
Tune the Acquisition Delay on Trigger if the moving code is out
Reading: of the reader field of view;
the reader always Set the Continuous Operating Mode if no external trigger source
transmits the No Read is available;
Message
Tune the Image Settings to improve the code image quality;
Check the parameter settings in the Advanced Setup step:
2D Codes, 1D Codes, and Postal Codes;
View the full resolution code image to check the printing or
marking quality.
Is the serial cable wiring correct?
If using CBX, be sure the RS422 termination switch is OFF.
Communication:
Are the host serial port settings the same as the reader serial
reader is not transmit-
port settings?
ting anything to the
host. In [Link] Device menu > Settings > Settings > LED Configura-
tion, the COM LED Function can be configured to indicate Main
Serial Port TX or Main Serial Port RX.
Are the host serial port settings the same as the reader serial
Communication: port settings?
data transferred to the In the [Link] Data Formatting step check the settings of
host are incorrect, Header and Terminator String parameters.
corrupted or incom-
plete. In the [Link] Data Formatting step, check the various Mes-
sage Field parameter settings.
Configuration:
cannot access envi-
ronment parameters Are you using the Installer - Expert User level? If not, change it
in [Link] in the Options>Change User menu.
(Device>Settings>Set-
tings menu item is
gray)
The reader Serial Number consists of 9 characters: one letter, 2
numbers, another letter followed by 5 numbers.
How do I obtain my
The reader Serial Number is printed on a label that is affixed to
reader Serial Num-
the case or connector block of the reader.
ber?
The Serial Number is also visible from the [Link] Device List
Area.
The reader Order Number consists of 9 numbers.
How do I obtain my The reader Order Number can be obtained by comparing the
reader Order Num- Device Model (in [Link] Device Menu > Settings > Settings >
ber? About Device) with the product models page on the Datalogic
website.

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TECHNICAL FEATURES

ELECTRICAL FEATURES
Electrical Features

4xx-01x models
Power 4xx-04x models
7xx-01x models
Supply Voltage 10 to 30 Vdc PoE Device 48 Vdc
Consumption 0.7 to 0.2 A 0.13 W max
Communication Interfaces

Main: RS232, RS422 Full-duplex 2400 to 115200 bit/s

Auxiliary: RS232 2400 to 115200 bit/s
ID-NET Up to 1 Mbaud
Ethernet (Built-in) 10/100 Mbit/s
supported application protocols TCP/IP, EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, PROFINET-IO
Inputs
Opto-coupled and polarity insensitive
Input 1(External Trigger) and Input 2
Max. Voltage 30 Vdc
Max. Input Current 10 mA

Outputs a NPN or PNP short circuit protected;

Output 1, 2 and 3 NN available for 7xx-0xx models

VOUT (ILOAD = 0 mA) Max. 30 Vdc

VOUT (ILOAD = 100 mA) Max. 3 Vdc

ILOAD Max. 100 mA

a. when connected to the CBX connection boxes the electrical features for Output 1 and 2 become the following:
Opto-isolated; VCE = 30 Vdc max.; ICE = 40 mA continuous max.; 130 mA pulsed max.;
VCE saturation = 1 Vdc max. @ 10 mA; PD = 90 mW Max. @ 50 °C ambient temp.

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OPTICAL FEATURES
Optical Features

Image Sensor CMOS sensor with Global Shutter

4xx-0xx models 7xx-0xx models
Image Format 1.3 M pixels SXGA 2.0 M pixels UXGA
(1280X1024) pixels (1600X1200) pixels
Frame Rate 45 frames/sec.
Pitch  35°
Tilt 0° - 360°
LED Safety according to EN 62471
Manual Adjustable Focus Software Adjustable Focus
4x1-0xx models = 6 mm 4x2-0xx models = 9 mm
Lenses
4x3-0xx models = 9 mm 7x2-0xx models = 9 mm
Focal Length
4x4-0xx models = 12 mm 7x6-0xx models = 16 mm
4x5-0xx models = 16 mm
Lighting System Internal Illuminator
Aiming System Laser Pointers

ENVIRONMENTAL FEATURES
Environmental Features

0 to 50 C (32 to 122 °F)

Operating Temperature a
for liquid lens models: 0 to 45 °C (32 to 113 °F)
Storage Temperature -20 to 70 °C (-4 to 158 °F)
Max. Humidity 90% non condensing
Vibration Resistance 14 mm @ 2 to 10 Hz; 1.5 mm @ 13 to 55 Hz;
EN 60068-2-6 2 g @ 70 to 500 Hz; 2 hours on each axis
Bump Resistance 30g; 6 ms;
EN 60068-2-29 5000 shocks on each axis
Shock Resistance 30g; 11 ms;
EN 60068-2-27 3 shocks on each axis

Protection Class b
IP65 and IP67
EN 60529

a. high ambient temperature applications should use metal mounting bracket for heat dissipation.
b. when correctly connected to IP67 cables with seals.

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PHYSICAL FEATURES
Connector position 0° Connector position 90°

4xx-0xx models 4xx-0xx models

95 x 54 x 43 mm 75 x 54 x 62 mm
(3.7 x 2.1 x 1.7 in.) (3.0 x 2.1 x 2.4 in.)
Dimensions
7xx-0xx models 7xx-0xx models
95 x 54 x 45 mm 75 x 54 x 64 mm
(3.7 x 2.1 x 1.8 in.) (3.0 x 2.1 x 2.5 in.)
4xx-0xx models
about 238 g (8.4 oz.)
Weight
7xx-0xx models
236.5 - 274.5 g (8.3 - 9.7 oz.) depending on the model
Material Aluminum

SOFTWARE FEATURES
Readable Code Symbologies

1D and Stacked 2Da Postal

PDF417 Standard and Micro PDF417 Data Matrix ECC 200 Australia Post
Code 128 (GS1-128) (Standard, GS1 and Direct Marking) Royal Mail 4 State Customer
Code 39 (Standard and Full ASCII) QR Code Kix Code
Code 32 (Standard and Direct Marking) Japan Post
MSI Micro QR Code Planet
Plessey Code MaxiCode PostNet
Standard 2 of 5 Aztec Code PostNet (+BB)
Matrix 2 of 5 Dotcode Intelligent Mail
Interleaved 2 of 5 Swedish Post
Codabar
Code 93
Pharmacode
EAN-8/13 - UPC-A/E
(including Addon 2 and Addon 5)
GS1 DataBar Family
Composite Symbologies

Operating Mode Continuous, One Shot, Phase Mode, PackTrack

X-PRESS Human Machine Interface
Windows-based SW ([Link]) via Ethernet Interface
Configuration Methods
Host Mode Programming sequences sent over Serial or Ethernet TCP
interfaces
Parameter Storage Permanent memory (Flash)

a. VeriCode® licensed models available.

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CODE QUALITY METRICS

Standard Supported Symbologies

ISO/IEC 16022 Data Matrix ECC 200

ISO/IEC 18004 QR Code
AIM DPM Data Matrix ECC 200, QR Code
ISO/IEC 15416 Code 128, Code 39, Interleaved 2 of 5, Codabar, Code 93, EAN-8-13,
UPC-A/E

USER INTERFACE
Power, Ready, Good;
LED Indicators Trigger, Com, Status, (Ethernet Network);
Good Read (Green Spot), No Read (Red Spot)
Keypad Button Configurable via [Link]
Beeper Configurable via [Link]

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APPENDIX A
ALTERNATIVE CONNECTIONS
The connector pinouts and notes given in this appendix are for custom cabling applica-
tions.

POWER, COM AND I/O CONNECTOR

The Matrix 300N reader is equipped with an M12 17-pin male connector for connection
to the power supply, serial interfaces and input/output signals. The details of the con-
nector pins are indicated in the following table:

Figure 1 - M12 17-pin male Power, COM and I/O Connector

Power, Com and I/O Connector Pinout

Pin Name Description

1 Vdc Power supply input voltage +

2 GND Power supply input voltage -
Connector case provides electrical connection to
Connector case CHASSIS
the chassis
6 I1A External Trigger A (polarity insensitive)
5 I1B External Trigger B (polarity insensitive)
13 I2A Input 2 A (polarity insensitive)
3 I2B Input 2 B (polarity insensitive)

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Power, Com and I/O Connector Pinout

Pin Name Description

9 O1 Output 1 (NPN or PNP short cir-

cuit protected
8 O2 Output 2
and software program-
16 O3 Output 3 mable)
14 RX Auxiliary RS232 RX
4 TX Auxiliary RS232 TX
7 ID+ ID-NET network data +
15 ID- ID-NET network data -

Pin Name RS232 RS422 Full-Duplex

17 TX TX+
11 Main Interface RX *RX+
(SW Selectable)
12 - TX-
10 - *RX-

* Do not leave floating, see "RS422 Full Duplex Interface" on page 66 for connection details.

In order to meet EMC requirements:

• connect the reader chassis to the plant earth ground by means of a flat copper
braid shorter than 100 mm;
• connect your cable shield to the locking ring nut of the connector.

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ON-BOARD ETHERNET CONNECTOR

A Standard M12 D-Coded female connector is provided for the on-board Ethernet con-
nection. This interface is IEEE 802.3 10 BaseT and IEEE 802.3u 100 BaseTx compliant.

Figure 2 - M12 D-Coded Female Ethernet Network Connector

On-Board Ethernet Network Connector Pinout

Pin Name Description

1 TX+ Transmit data +

2 TX- Transmit data -
3 RX+ Receive data +
4 RX- Receive data -

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Power over Ethernet (PoE) Models

Figure 3 - M12 D-Coded Female Ethernet Network Connector

On-Board Ethernet Network Connector Pinout

Pin Name Description

1 TX+ / DC- Transmit data (+) DC power (-)

2 RX+ / DC+ Received data (+) DC power (+)
3 TX- / DC- Transmitted data (-) DC power (-)
4 RX- / DC+ Receive data (-) DC power (+)

Matrix 300N PoE models only accept Alternative A (power over RJ45 pins 1,
2, 3, 6), Class 0 power levels. Use an Endspan or Midspan PSE device that
supports this configuration (i.e. PoE switch or Power over Ethernet
CAUTION Adapter).
Alternative B (power over RJ45 pins 4, 5, 7, 8) using an Endspan or Mid-
span PSE device is not supported.

Figure 4 - Matrix 300N PoE PSE Endspan Alternative A Connections OK

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Figure 5 - Matrix 300N PoE PSE Midspan Alternative A Connections OK

Figure 6 - Matrix 300N PoE PSE Endspan Alternative B Connections NOT SUPPORTED

Figure 7 - Matrix 300N PoE PSE Midspan Alternative B Connections NOT SUPPORTED

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For Matrix 300N PoE models, the internal Digital Output circuitry is not
powered and supply power is not available to any Input/Output devices
(Vdc=0). Only input device signals can be accepted directly on the M12
CAUTION 17-pin connector without power.
For these models, if it is necessary to use Input/Output devices, we rec-
ommend connecting them through the CBX, which must be powered sepa-
rately.

ID-NET NETWORK TERMINATION

The network must be properly terminated by a 120 Ohm resistor at the first and last
reader of the network.

INPUTS
There are two optocoupled polarity insensitive inputs available on the M12 17-pin con-
nector of the reader: Input 1 (External Trigger) and Input 2, a generic input. See "Inputs"
on page 73 for more details.

The electrical features of both inputs are:

INPUT | V AB | Min. | V AB | Max. I IN Max.

Open 0V 2V 0 mA
Closed 4.5 V 30 V 10 mA

The relative pins on the M12 17-pin connector are:

Input Pinout

Pin Name Description

1 Vdc Power Supply input voltage +

6 I1A External Trigger A (polarity insensitive)
5 I1B External Trigger B (polarity insensitive)
13 I2A Input 2 A (polarity insensitive)
3 I2B Input 2 B (polarity insensitive)
2 GND Power Supply input voltage -

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OUTPUTS
Three general purpose non opto-isolated but short circuit protected outputs are avail-
able on the M12 17-pin connector.

The pinout is the following:

Output Pinout

Pin Name Description

9 O1 Configurable digital output 1

8 O2 Configurable digital output 2
16 O3 Configurable digital output 3
2 GND Output reference signal

The electrical features of the three outputs are the following:

Reverse-Polarity and Short-Circuit Protected

VOUT (ILOAD = 0 mA) max = 30 Vdc
VOUT (ILOAD = 100 mA) max = 3 Vdc
ILOAD max = 100 mA

The output signals are fully programmable being determined by the configured Activa-
tion/Deactivation events, Deactivation Timeout or a combination of the two. For further
details refer to the Help On Line page for the Output Setup step in [Link].

Figure 8 - PNP Output Connection

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Figure 9 - NPN Output Connection

For NPN output connections, the external interface voltage (Vext) must
not exceed the Matrix 300N power supply source voltage (Vdc) otherwise
correct output functioning cannot be guaranteed.
CAUTION

Figure 10 - Push-Pull Output Connection

For Matrix 300N PoE models, the internal Digital Output circuitry is not
powered and supply power is not available to any Input/Output devices
(Vdc=0). Only input device signals can be accepted directly on the M12
CAUTION 17-pin connector without power.
For these models, if it is necessary to use Input/Output devices, we rec-
ommend connecting them through the CBX, which must be powered sepa-
rately.

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USER INTERFACE - SERIAL HOST

RS232 PC-side Connections

9-pin male connector 25-pin male connector

Pin Name Pin Name
2 RX 3 RX
3 TX 2 TX
5 GND 7 GND

How To Build A Simple Interface Test Cable:

The following wiring diagram shows a simple test cable including power, external (push-
button) trigger and PC RS232 COM port connections.

Figure 11 - Test Cable

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GLOSSARY

AIM
(Association for Automatic Identification and Mobility): AIM Global is the international
trade association representing automatic identification and mobility technology solu-
tion providers.

AIM DPM Quality Guideline

Standard applicable to the symbol quality assessment of direct part marking (DPM) per-
formed in using two-dimensional bar code symbols. It defines modifications to the mea-
surement and grading of several symbol quality parameters.

Barcodes (1D Codes)

A pattern of variable-width bars and spaces which represents numeric or alphanumeric
data in machine-readable form. The general format of a barcode symbol consists of a
leading margin, start character, data or message character, check character (if any), stop
character, and trailing margin. Within this framework, each recognizable symbology
uses its own unique format.

BIOS
Basic Input Output System. A collection of ROM-based code with a standard API used to
interface with standard PC hardware.

Bit
Binary digit. One bit is the basic unit of binary information. Generally, eight consecutive
bits compose one byte of data. The pattern of 0 and 1 values within the byte determines
its meaning.

Bits per Second (bps)

Number of bits transmitted or received per second.

Bright Field Illumination

Lighting of surfaces at high (narrow) angles used to provide maximum reflection of the
light to the reader’s lens. This is effective on surfaces that absorb light or are not highly
reflective and also on low contrast codes.

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Byte
On an addressable boundary, eight adjacent binary digits (0 and 1) combined in a pat-
tern to represent a specific character or numeric value. Bits are numbered from the
right, 0 through 7, with bit 0 the low-order bit. One byte in memory can be used to store
one ASCII character.

Composite Symbologies
Consist of a linear component, which encodes the item's primary data, and an adjacent
2D composite component, which encodes supplementary data to the linear component.

Dark Field Illumination

Lighting of surfaces at wide angles used to avoid direct reflection of the light into the
reader’s lens. Typically this type of lighting is used in DPM solutions to enhance reflec-
tance of the uneven surface owing to the symbol marking technique. It is also used with
very reflective surfaces.

Decode
To recognize a barcode symbology (e.g., Codabar, Code 128, Code 3 of 9, UPC/EAN, etc.)
and analyze the content of the barcode scanned.

Depth of Field
The difference between the minimum and the maximum distance of the object in the
field of view that appears to be in focus.

Diffused Illumination
Distributed soft lighting from a wide variety of angles used to eliminate shadows and
direct reflection effects from highly reflective surfaces.

Direct Part Mark (DPM)

A symbol marked on an object using specific techniques like dot peening, laser etching,
chemical etching, etc.

EEPROM
Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory. An on-board non-volatile mem-
ory chip.

Element
The basic unit of data encoding in a 1D or 2D symbol. A single bar, space, cell, dot.

Exposure Time
For digital cameras based on image sensors equipped with an electronic shutter, it
defines the time during which the image will be exposed to the sensor to be acquired.

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Flash
Non-volatile memory for storing application and configuration files.

Host
A computer that serves other terminals in a network, providing services such as net-
work control, database access, special programs, supervisory programs, or program-
ming languages.

Image Processing
Any form of information processing for which the input is an image and the output is for
instance a set of features of the image.

Image Resolution
The number of rows and columns of pixels in an image. The total number of pixels of an
image sensor.

Image Sensor
Device converting a visual image to an electric signal. It is usually an array of CCD
(Charge Coupled Devices) or CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) pixel
sensors.

IEC
(International Electrotechnical Commission): Global organization that publishes interna-
tional standards for electrical, electronic, and other technologies.

IP Address
The terminal’s network address. Networks use IP addresses to determine where to send
data that is being transmitted over a network. An IP address is a 32-bit number referred
to as a series of 8-bit numbers in decimal dot notation (e.g., [Link]). The highest
8-bit number you can use is 254.

ISO
(International Organization for Standardization): A network of the national standards
institutes of several countries producing world-wide industrial and commercial stan-
dards.

LED (Light Emitting Diode)

A low power electronic light source commonly used as an indicator light. It uses less
power than an incandescent light bulb but more than a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD).

LED Illuminator
LED technology used as an extended lighting source in which extra optics added to the
chip allow it to emit a complex radiated light pattern.

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GLOSSARY

Matrix Symbologies (2D Codes)

An arrangement of regular polygon shaped cells where the center-to-center distance of
adjacent elements is uniform. Matrix symbols may include recognition patterns which
do not follow the same rules as the other elements within the symbol.

Multi-row (or Stacked) Symbologies

Symbologies where a long symbol is broken into sections and stacked one upon another
similar to sentences in a paragraph.

RAM
Random Access Memory. Data in RAM can be accessed in random order, and quickly
written and read.

Symbol Verification
The act of processing a code to determine whether or not it meets specific require-
ments.

Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)

A suite of standard network protocols that were originally used in UNIX environments
but are now used in many others. The TCP governs sequenced data; the IP governs
packet forwarding. TCP/IP is the primary protocol that defines the Internet.

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