Cognex VC5, Hardware Manual

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Introduction
The Cognex Vision Controller (henceforth, referred to as the "vision controller") is a compact, network-ready vision
controller that can be directly connected to Cognex industrial GigE cameras, Cognex DS900 series displacement
sensors and DS1000 series displacement sensors. Cognex industrial GigE cameras are light-weight digital cameras.
Cognex displacement sensors provide an integrated digital camera and laser stripe illuminator, mounted in a single
mechanically robust package. All models are designed for easy integration with Cognex's industry-leading software
applications.
The vision controller extends the capabilities of the connected Cognex devices by providing:
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Direct connection to a Gigabit Ethernet network.
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Industrial Ethernet protocol support.
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Direct VGA output.
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8 inputs, optically isolated.
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16 outputs, optically isolated.
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Support for current sinking (NPN) and current sourcing (PNP) devices.
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Encoder inputs, for connecting a single-ended or differential encoder.
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RS-232 for serial communications.
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DIN-rail mountable.
Support
Several resources are available to assist you in using the vision controller with the connected Cognex device:
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Cognex Industrial Cameras Getting Started Guide , included with the Cognex Industrial GigE Camera.
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DS900 Series Displacement Sensors Quick Reference Guide , included with the Cognex DS900 series
displacement sensor.
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DS1000 Series Displacement Sensors Quick Reference Guide , included with the Cognex DS1000 series
displacement sensor.
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The Cognex Designer help file, included with Cognex Designer software.
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The Cognex VisionPro help file, included with VisionPro software.
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VisionPro online support: http://www.cognex.com/Support/VisionPro .
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Introduction