INTRODUCTION
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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SC4000 is an industrial controller designed for high speed data collection in an ID-NET™
network of Datalogic Automation’s 1D/2D code readers.
SC4000 offers high communication performance and connectivity to the most common
fieldbus systems by means of a complete range of optional Host Interface modules.
Performance
SC4000 data concentrator offers high communication performance, excellent connectivity
and advanced software tools for monitoring and control of data collection networks. Up to 31
readers can be connected to satisfy the most demanding applications. Through SC4000, a
multi-station reading system can be realized in a very simple way.
The SC4000 unit collects data, monitors the status of the ID-NET™ network and provides
statistics.
Connectivity
A large number of communication interfaces are provided to satisfy all the most common
demands. Three standard serial interfaces, always available, can be combined with a
complete range of optional modules providing connectivity to standard Ethernet TCP/IP
network or to the most common fieldbus systems.
Ease of Installation
Installation is simplified thanks to accessible through-holes for mounting screws with closed
device. Optional adapters are available for fast fixing to Bosch profiles and DIN rail mounting.
Moreover, the accessible spring clamps allow easy cabling operation.
Ease of Setup
SC4000 is easily programmed through Genius™, the multi-language SW configuration
program that helps to automate and speed up the complete network configuration and
calibration.
Ease of Maintenance
SC4000 allows complete monitoring of the network status, immediately providing useful
information about performance and malfunctioning to users as well as to Datalogic
WebSentinel™, the new surveillance software solution (available as an option) for the total
remote control and monitoring of the readers.
WebSentinel™ collects data from the SC4000 network through the optional Ethernet TCP/IP
host interface module, immediately providing useful information about performance and
malfunctioning as intuitive visual onscreen data also accessible through the Internet network.
WebSentinel™ allows remote data access through the most common Web browsers, as well
as easy remote control, configuration and monitoring by means of the Genius™ pass-
through feature.
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