Display
Figure 2. Display with Home Screen
The display is a 2-line, 8-character LCD. The main screen is the
Home Screen, which shows the name of the current inspection and
the slot number (inspection location). Use the display to view or
change several sensor settings.
Indicators
Four LED indicators provide ongoing indication of the sensing status.
Power/Error Indicator
Green = Normal operation
Red = System error
Ready/Trigger Indicator
Green = Ready for trigger
Yellow = Trigger is active
OFF = Not ready for a trigger, triggers will be missed
Pass/Fail Indicator
Green = Previous inspection passed
Red = Previous inspection failed
OFF = No trigger since power up
Ethernet Indicator
Amber solid = Ethernet connection
Amber flashing = Ethernet activity
OFF = no connection
Buttons
Use the sensor buttons Down
, Up
, Enter
, and Escape
to configure several sensor settings and to access sensor
information. See
Figure 11
on page 10 for additional information on using the buttons.
Vision Manager Software
The VE Series Smart Camera is set up using the free Vision Manager Software, available for download at
www.bannerengineering.com
.
This easy-to-use image processing software provides a variety of tools and capabilities to solve a wide range of vision applications such as
item detection, part positioning, feature measurement and flaw analysis. Run-time editing allows you to make changes to an inspection
while the sensor is running, reducing costly downtime. Vision Manager also includes a full software emulator, allowing users to develop or
troubleshoot inspections offline, without a sensor.
Installation Instructions
Install the Accessories
1
2
3
5
4
Figure 3. Install the Accessories
1. VE sensor
2. O-ring (used with the lens cover)
3. C-mount lens (available separately)
4. Filter (optional)
5. Lens cover (optional)
An external light (optional) is not shown.
NOTE: A lens cover and a ring light cannot be used together.
1. If you are using a lens cover: Remove the black thread protector (not shown) from the sensor (1).
2. If you are using a lens cover: Fit a single o-ring (2) into the undercut area behind the sensor threads.
3. Remove the yellow temporary imager cover (not shown) from the sensor.
CAUTION: Do not remove the imager cover until you are ready to install the lens. Do not touch the imager. Dirt or
dust on the imager can affect sensing reliability.
4. Remove any protective covers from the lens. Handle the lens carefully to avoid smudges and dirt on the optical elements.
5. Thread the lens (3) onto the sensor.
6. Make sure that the lens is focused; see
Acquire a Good Image
on page 6.
7. Use the thumbscrews on the lens to lock the focus and aperture rings and to prevent movement that can occur during cleaning or
accidental contact.
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