C-BOX 300/310 Installation Manual
C-BOX 300/310 INSTALLATION MANUAL
DATALOGIC S.p.A. Via Candini 2 40012 - Lippo di Calderara di Reno Bologna - Italy C-BOX 300/310 Ed.: 03/2006 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Datalogic S.p.A. reserves the right to make modifications and improvements without prior notification. Datalogic shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein, nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the use of this material.
CONTENTS GUIDE TO INSTALLATION ........................................................................ iv GENERAL VIEW .......................................................................................... v SAFETY PRECAUTIONS............................................................................ ix Power Supply................................................................................................ix Safety Notes ............................................................................
GUIDE TO INSTALLATION The following can be used as a checklist to verify all of the steps necessary for complete installation of the C-BOX 3X0. 1) Read all information in the section "Safety Precautions" at the beginning of this manual. 2) Correctly position and mount the C-BOX 3X0 within the reach of the barcode scanner cable, according to the information in paragraph 2.3.
GENERAL VIEW C-BOX 300 3 4 1 2 Figure A 1 25-pin scanner connector 2 Compression connectors 3 Cover screws (4) 4 Profibus connector v
C-BOX 310 2 1 Figure B 1 LCD display 2 Keypad vi
C-BOX 300/310 3 2 4 5 8 1 7 6 Figure C - Cover Inside 1 LCD contrast trimmer* 2 Power on LED 5 Module status LEDs 6 Configuration switch 3 BUS activity LED 7 Node address selectors 4 Tx LED 8 Warning LED * For 310 models only vii
C-BOX 300/310 5 4 6 7 8 3 9 2 1 10 Figure D - Bottom Inside 1 Power on switch viii 2 Scanner grounding selector 6 SEND button 7 Auxiliary port connector 3 Spring clamp terminal blocks 8 OM4000 jumpers 4 GET button 9 Warning LED 5 TEST button 10 Power polarity error LED
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS POWER SUPPLY ATTENTION: READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE INSTALLING THE PRODUCT - This product is intended to be installed by Qualified Personnel only. The C-BOX 3X0 is intended to be supplied either by a UL Listed NEC Class 2 power source, or a UL Listed ITE Limited Power Source (LPS), rated 10-30 V dc, minimum 0.5 A. See par. 2.4.1 for correct power supply connections. SAFETY NOTES Observe the general rules for PROFIBUS components when planning the C-BOX installation.
Terminating Resistors Terminating resistors must be used if the C-BOX is installed at the beginning or end of the PROFIBUS cable segment. In this case, it is recommended to use PROFIBUS connectors which contain an integrated terminating resistor. It is recommended to use connectors from ERNI and Siemens. If the bus is incorrectly terminated, this can lead to errors in data transfer or to damage to other stations on the bus.
GENERAL FEATURES 1 1.1 1 GENERAL FEATURES DESCRIPTION The C-BOX 3X0 is a connection box which converts RS232 communications to Profibus. It is available in two models: C-BOX 300, without display, C-BOX 310, with LCD display. It can be used as an accessory of the Datalogic scanners to perform the following functions: • Connect an RS232 scanner/reader to a Profibus network. • Facilitate the connection of the scanner signals using a spring clamp connector.
C-BOX 300/310 2 2 2.
INSTALLATION 2.2 2 OPENING THE DEVICE To install the C-BOX 3X0 or during normal maintenance, it is necessary to open it by unscrewing the four cover screws: The C-BOX 3X0 must be disconnected from the power supply during this operation. CAUTION Figure 2 - Opening the C-BOX 3X0 It is possible to perform the following operations: • Proceed with the cable connections (see paragraph 2.4.2). • Set the Profibus node address selection on the rotary switches. • Mount the C-BOX 3X0 to a wall or panel.
C-BOX 300/310 2 2.3 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION The diagram below gives the overall dimensions of the C-BOX 3X0 and may be used for its installation. = 66 [2.60] = Ø3 [Ø0.14] n°2 = 150 [5.91] = 60 [2.36] 99 [3.88] 115 [4.53] 90 [3.54] 165 [6.
INSTALLATION 2 C-BOX 3X0 can be installed to operate in different positions. The two screw holes inside the housing of the C-BOX 3X0 are for mechanical fixture (Figure 4). To mount the C-BOX 3X0: 1) Open the C-BOX 3X0 by unscrewing the 4 cover screws. If necessary, using the two mounting holes inside the device as a pattern, mark the panel with an appropriate object and then drill two holes in the panel.
C-BOX 300/310 2 2.4 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS AND HARDWARE SETUP The following figure shows the typical layout. C-BOX 3X0 PROFIBUS MASTER SCANNER System Cables Figure 5 – System Layout Matrix readers are not compatible with the WinHost configuration program. For Matrix reader setup first read par. 2.9 for details. NOTE A PC can be connected to the C-BOX 3X0 (and consequently to the scanner auxiliary interface) through the internal 9-pin connector.
INSTALLATION 2 Autoconnection is not compatible with Matrix readers and must be disabled in the C-BOX 3x0 configuration. See par. 2.9 for details. NOTE To disable this automatic connection procedure, refer to WinHost Help Online. After system functioning has been verified, close the C-BOX 3X0 using the 4 cover screws making sure the rubber seal is fitted correctly between the parts of the housing. 2.4.
C-BOX 300/310 2 Pin 1 is also electrically connected to pins 3 and 5, just as pin 2 is electrically connected to pins 4 and 6. This is useful for external trigger/inputs connections. NOTE Incorrect grounding of the C-BOX 3X0 can injure personnel and damage equipment. Make sure that the C-BOX is correctly grounded. WARNING The C-BOX 3X0 is protected against polarity reversal, a red LED signals this condition.
INSTALLATION 2.4.2 2 System Wiring The connection and wiring procedure for C-BOX 3X0 is described as follows: 1) Open the C-BOX 3X0 as described in paragraph 2.2. 2) Verify that the C-BOX 3X0 power switch is off (see Figure 6). 3) Unscrew the compression connectors and pass all the system cables through them into the C-BOX 3X0 housing. 4) To connect the power and input/output signals: • Prepare the individual wires of the system cables by stripping the insulation back approximately 1 cm.
C-BOX 300/310 2 The C-BOX 3X0 spring clamp connector pinouts are indicated in the following table. Refer to the scanner Installation Manual for details.
INSTALLATION 2.4.3 2 Scanner Chassis Grounding Jumper Settings The scanner chassis grounding method can be selected by positioning a jumper (see Figure 9). In this way the scanner chassis can be connected to earth ground (only if pins 7 or 8 are connected to a good earth ground) or to the power supply ground signal. The scanner chassis can also be left floating but, in this case, the jumper must be removed.
C-BOX 300/310 2 2.5 2.5.1 PROFIBUS CONNECTIONS AND SETUP Profibus Node Address Selection To interface the C-BOX 3X0 with a Profibus network, the Node Address should be set using the rotary switches placed in the cover inside. The valid address range is from 000 to 126. If an invalid value is detected, the C-BOX cannot communicate with the Profibus network. The Node Address can also be assigned through WinHost. Refer to Help on-Line. HUNDREDS TENS UNITS Figure 11 - Rotary Switches 2.5.
INSTALLATION 2 9-pin external female connector pinout Pin Name 2.5.3 Function 1 N.C. 2 N.C. not connected not connected 3 B-LINE (RS485+) 4 RTS Ready To Send 5 GND RS485 Bus Reference 6 + 5V (galvanically isolated) RS485 Bus Power Supply 7 N.C. not connected 8 A-Line (RS485-) 9 N.C.
C-BOX 300/310 2 To ensure that the C-BOX functions without errors, the shield of the PROFIBUS cable must be grounded. – Ensure that the PROFIBUS connector uses the pin assignments shown in par 2.5.2 – Attach the PROFIBUS connector to the PROFIBUS interface socket on the C-BOX 3X0 and secure the connector with the retaining screws. – For C-Box 310 models, it is advised to use up to two ferrites (type Stewart 28A2029-0A0) on the Profibus cable to reduce electrical noise. 2.5.
INSTALLATION 2.6 2 CONFIGURATION SWITCH AND 9-PIN INTERNAL CONNECTOR The 9-pin internal connector may have two different functions according to the position of the configuration switch. Figure 13 - Configuration Switch and 9-pin Male Connector POSITION MODE Normal Operation (default): In this position, the C-BOX 3X0 is in the normal operating mode. It communicates with the scanner through the 9-pin internal connector and the scanner auxiliary serial interface.
C-BOX 300/310 2 POSITION MODE CFG: When the switch is in this position, the C-BOX 3X0 is in configuration mode. The communication with the scanner is interrupted and pins 2 and 3 are no longer dedicated to the scanner auxiliary interface but to the C-BOX 3X0 configuration (see table below). The system enters configuration mode and waits to be configured through WinHost (see WinHost Help On Line). The C-BOX 310 display visualizes an appropriate message.
INSTALLATION 2.7 2 SCANNER REQUIREMENTS The C-BOX 3X0 can be connected to the following scanners through the 25-pin connector illustrated in Figure A. DS2100A DS4600A DS2400A *Matrix-2000™ *Matrix-1000™ 1) For all scanners, it is necessary to use the RS232 interface which must be selected by the user. 2) At least one Terminator Character should be enabled in the connected scanner (see the Terminator parameters in the Data Format section of the Help On Line).
C-BOX 300/310 2 2.8.1 GET/TEST/SEND Functions The C-BOX 300 has three internal function buttons. In the C-BOX 310, they are also available on the cover, and their function is indicated on the display. C-BOX 300 GET TEST SEND C-BOX 310 Figure 14 – Internal Function Buttons The GET/TEST/SEND function is not compatible with Matrix readers. NOTE The procedure to enable the GET/TEST/SEND function is the following: 1.
INSTALLATION 2 GET – (left button): the C-BOX 3X0 reads the current scanner configuration and permanently copies it in its own memory support (EEPROM). The C-BOX 3X0 preserves this configuration also when switched off. TEST - (center button): the C-BOX 3X0 forces the scanner to run the Test Operating Mode (refer to the scanner Installation Manual for details). Press any button to quit the Test Operating Mode and restore the scanner normal operating mode.
C-BOX 300/310 2 2.8.2 LED Indicators Power on BUS activity TX LED MS LEDs Figure 15 - LED Indicators Warning LED In the C-BOX 3X0 the Warning LED is repeated in the bottom inside.
INSTALLATION 2 The internal LEDs of the C-BOX 3X0 (see Figure 15) indicate the following: POWER ON (PWR) (red) indicates the C-BOX 3X0 is connected to the power supply and the power switch is ON. WARNING (WL) (red) indicates a warning or error condition. It is ON when a connection procedure is in progress (the system is busy), during a GET/TEST/SEND procedure or during the Configuration Mode. It blinks when an error condition occurs. Normally this LED should be OFF.
C-BOX 300/310 2 2.9 SPECIAL NOTES FOR MATRIX READER SETUP CAUTION 2.9.1 When connected to a C-BOX 3x0 through the 25-pin connector, the 9-pin Auxiliary port connector on the Matrix reader cannot be used for communication (i.e. configuration through VisiSet™). The Matrix reader can only be configured through the 9-pin connector inside the C-BOX 3x0 and the C-BOX 3x0 must first be configured. see the following paragraphs for details.
INSTALLATION 2.9.2 2 Matrix Reader Configuration Using VisiSet™ After performing C-Box 3x0 configuration as described in the previous paragraph, the Matrix reader can be configured through the C-Box 3x0 9-pin internal connector connected to the PC using the VisiSet™ configuration program: 1. Run the VisiSet™ configuration tool and select Connect to communicate with the Matrix reader; 2. Configure the reader and save the configuration; 3.
C-BOX 300/310 2 Figure 18 – WinHost Configuration Menu for C-Box 3x0 6. 24 Close the C-BOX 300.
TECHNICAL FEATURES 3 3 TECHNICAL FEATURES ELECTRICAL FEATURES C-BOX 300 C-BOX 310 Power Supply voltage Power consumption max. 10 to 30 Vdc 2.9 W + scanner 4.7 W + scanner USER INTERFACE LED indicators Power ON, Warning, Tx, Diagnostics PHYSICAL FEATURES Mechanical dimensions Weight 167 x 115 x 61 mm (6.57 x 4.53 x 2.40 in.) about 440 g. (15.51 oz.) about 500 g. (17.63 oz.
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