Cognex MX-100 Quick Reference Manual

Brand: Cognex

Model: MX-100

Category: Bar code readers

Type: Quick Reference Manual

Cognex MX-100 is a mobile phone accessory that enhances barcode scanning capabilities, providing a more robust scanning experience. It features an on-axis LED aimer and diffuse LED illumination, making it suitable for use in industrial and other moderate duty environments. The MX-100 easily attaches to OtterBox uniVERSE cases for iPhone 7/8 and iPhone 7+/8+, enhancing the scanning performance of the Cognex Mobile Barcode SDK.

MX-100

Quick Reference Guide

2018 October16

Precautions

To reduce the risk of injury or equipment damage, observe the following precautions

when you install the Cognex product:

l Route cables and wires away from high-current wiring or high-voltage

power sources to reduce the risk of damage or malfunction from the

following causes: over-voltage, line noise, electrostatic discharge (ESD),

power surges, or other irregularities in the power supply.

l Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible

for regulatory compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the

equipment.

l Ensure that the cable bend radius begins at least six inches from the

connector. Cable shielding can be degraded or cables can be damaged or

wear out faster if a service loop or bend radius istighter than 10X the cable

diameter.

l Thisdevice should be used in accordance with the instructions in this

manual.

l All specifications are for reference purposes onlyand can change without

notice.

MX-100 Layout

1 Aimer

2 Battery Pack for iPhone 7/8

3 Battery Pack for iPhone 7+/8+

Devices Supported

iPhone 7

iPhone 7 plus

iPhone 8

iPhone 8 plus

Intended Use

The MX-100 is a mobile phone accessory, which includes an on-axis LED aimer and

diffuse LED illumination. When combined with the barcode decoding capabilities of

the Cognex Mobile Barcodes SDK, it provides a more robust barcode scanning

experience than a standard mobile phone. The MX-100 isintended for use in

industrial and other moderate duty environments.

Usage Prévu

Le MX-100 est un accessoire de téléphone portable qui comprend un viseur axial

LED et un éclairage LED diffus. Combiné avec les capacités de décodage de codes

à barres du lecteur mobile Cognex SDK, il fournit une expérience de numérisation

de codes à barres plus robuste qu'un téléphone portable standard. Le MX-100 est

destiné à être utilisé dans un environnement industriel ainsi que d’autres

environnements de travail modérés.

Dimensional Drawings

For iPhone 7/8

For iPhone 7+/8+

Assembling the Reader

Attaching the MX-100

1. Slide the MX-100 battery pack into the OtterBox uniVERSE case slot until it

locks in place. Do not attempt installation with the aimer attached to the

battery pack.

2. Align the slot on the bottom of the aimer with the rail on the top of the battery

pack and slide the aimer to the right until the locking mechanism snaps into

place.

3. Verify that the top hook on the aimer is fully engaged with the slot in the top

of the OtterBox uniVERSE case. You may need to use your thumb to push it

into place.

Removing the MX-100

1. Using your thumb, push the top hook of the aimer towards the backof

phone until it disengages from the slot in the top of the OtterBox uniVERSE

case.

2. While depressing the release button on the top of the MX-100 (1), slide the

aimer from right to left (2) to remove it from the battery.

3. Slide the battery packdownward until it completely disengages from the

OtterBox uniVERSE case.

Battery Status Indicator

It is recommended that you recharge your MX-100 when the indicator shows 1/4

charge.

Charging

1. Remove the rubber charging cap from the bottom of the battery, exposing

the USB-C port.

2. Plug the MX-100 into a USB-C charging cord (sold separately).

3. Charge the MX-100 using either a computer USB port or a standard, 5V

wall charger (sold separately).

4. The indicators LED’s will flash the current battery level while charging.

5. When fully charged, all 4 LED’swill remain lit.

6. Charging time can vary from 2 to 6 hours, depending on battery level and

the charger in use.

7. When complete, remove the USB-C cable from the MX-100 and replace

the rubber cap to prevent debrisand moisture from entering the charging

port.

Using the MX-100

You can begin using your MX-100 right away by downloading the ‘Cognex Barcode

Scanners’ mobile application from the iTunes App store. Once the application is

installed, simply tap on the settings icon and select “MX-100”. Note that the MX-100

must be attached and charged to enable this option:

You can also change the MX-100’s configuration using the Cognex Barcode

Scanners application by selecting ‘Configure MX-100’ on the settings menu (which

only appears after enabling the MX-100):

Below is a brief description of each Settings and its function.

Aimer Intensity – sets the relative aimer LED brightness, from 0%(off) to 100% (full

strength). The default is 100%.

Aimer Blink rate – sets the aimer LED’s relative modulation rate (or blink rate).

Higher blink rates cause the aimer LED to be “on” more frequently, but can result in

degraded scanning performance. Lower blink rates can improve scanning

performance but may be more difficult to see. The default, and recommended

setting 8.

Illumination – sets the initial illumination to on or off (i.e., when scanning starts).

The default is off.

Illumination Intensity – sets the relative illumination brightness from 32

(minimum) to 100 (full strength). Well-lit areas may require no illumination,

moderately lit areas can benefit from moderate illumination (~50%), while dark areas

may require stronger illumination. Note that highly reflective barcodes may be

difficult to scan with too much illumination. The default is 40%.

Timeout – sets the MX-100’s scanning timeout, in seconds, from 1 second to 150

seconds. If no barcode is successfully scanned during the timeout period, the

MX-100 willautomatically turn off and scanning will end. This is a battery saving

feature. The default is 30 seconds.

Camera Preview – turns the on-screen, live stream camera preview on/off. Since

the MX-100 barcode reader includes a co-axial aimer, on-screen preview is

unnecessary, though this feature has been included mainly for observational

purposes. The aimer’s green LED may be observed in the preview while the aimer is

running; this is normal. The default is off.

Use volume down as a trigger – allows the iPhone’s volume down (and up)

buttons to be used as a “trigger” to start and stop scanning. This can allow for more

convenient scanning when an on-screen Start/Stop virtual trigger is not desired. The

default is off.

The following Advanced Settings are available. It is generally not necessary to adjust

these settings.

Pessimistic caching – the Cognex Barcode Scanners application stores the

MX-100’s configuration in the iPhone’s memory; when the application is

suspended/resumed, the application typicallyretrieves these settings from the

memory cache, versus querying the MX-100 itself, which isslower. If there is the

possibility that another Cognex application for the MX-100 can be used on the device

(for example, MX Keyboard), which could change the MX-100’s settings, turn

Pessimistic Caching on so the application always retrieves the MX-100's

configuration from the device itself when the application is resumed.

Flash intensity – sets the relative intensity of the iPhone’s flash when used for

communicating with the MX-100 from 10% to 100%. The default is 50%, which

should be sufficient for both iPhone 7/8 and iPhone 7+/8+ devices.

Developing for MX-100

The MX-100 is an innovative barcode scanning solution that uses the iPhone’s built-

in camera for image capture and a software engine for barcode recognition and

decoding. The MX-100 provides an on-axis, centered aiming pattern as wellas

integrated, diffused lighting for a more optimal scanning experience, while the

software scan engine provides fast, accurate barcode decoding.

The MX-100’s patent-pending optical communication protocol allows the iPhone and

MX-100 to communicate without the need for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth pairing, or a Lightning

port connection, greatly simplifying installation and configuration.

The MX-100 can be integrated with your mobile application using the Cognex Mobile

Barcode SDK, available for free from the Cognex Mobile Barcode Developer

Network website (https://cmbdn.cognex.com). This powerful, but easyto use

software development kit can be used to add MX-100 support into any number of

iOS application environments: native iOS, Swift, Cordova, Xamarin, Xamarin.Forms,

and React are all supported.

Furthermore, an application written with the Cognex Mobile Barcode SDK can also

be used with any of the Cognex high-performance, vision-enabled mobile terminals

(MX-1000 and MX-1502 series) as wellas barcode scanning using a smartphone or

tablet’s built-in camera

. Thismeans that when you need a more rugged or higher-

performing scanning solution like the MX mobile terminals, you simply upgrade your

device without having to upgrade your application as well.

Scanning with the mobile device’s camera is a separately licensed feature of the Cognex Mobile Barcode SDK.

For more details on using the SDK, join the developer network where you can

download the SDK, access our comprehensive knowledge base, and receive

technical assistance: https://cmbdn.cognex.com.

Troubleshooting

Otter Products, LLC, and its related persons and entities, is not responsible for the

operation of thisproduct or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. This

product has been designed for use with certain OtterBox branded products and has

been certified by the manufacturer to meet OtterBox performance standards.

1. The MX-100 alignment may shift if impacted. Confirm alignment to the

device and case comparing the placement on your device to the

recommended positioning in this guide.

2. Host device pictures taken with the MX-100 installed will experience some

degradation and illumination issues due to the covering of the host device’s

camera and flash LED. It is recommended to remove the MX-100’saimer

when taking pictures is desired. There is no need to remove the battery

pack when using the camera.

3. If the MX-100 becomes unresponsive, verify the unit is properly charged by

pressing the battery button on the back of the MX-100. The four LED lights

indicate the charge level.

4. To reset the MX-100, simply remove the top aimer from the battery pack,

then reattach it using the removal and installation steps in the QuickStart

Guide.

MX-100 Specifications

Weight

105 g

Operating Temperature 5ºC — +40ºC (+41ºF — +104ºF)

Storage Temperature -

ºC — +60ºC (

+10

ºF — +140ºF)

Codes

1-D:UPC/EAN/JAN, Codabar, Code 11, Code 25, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128,

GS1 DataBar, Interleaved 2 of 5, MSI Plessey

2-D:Data Matrix, QR, Micro QR, PDF417, MicroPDF, MaxiCode, Aztec Code,

DotCode

Postal Codes: POSTNET, PLANET, Intelligent Mail Barcode, Royal Mail

LED Safety IEC 62471: flash and aimer illumination Exempt Risk Group

Power Supply Requirements

3,7VDC +/-10%, 1000mA max. Supplied by LPS or NEC class 2 only

Expected operating time for

typical scan batches (400 scan

per hour) with a fully charged

battery

12 hours

Poids 105 g

Température de fonctionnement 5ºC — +40ºC (+41ºF — +104ºF)

Température de stockage

10ºC — +60ºC (+10ºF — +140ºF)

Codes

Codes-barres 1-D:UPC/EAN/JAN, Codabar, Code 11, Code 25, Code 39,

Code 93, Code 128, GS1 DataBar, Interleaved 2 of 5, MSI Plessey

Codes-barres 2-D:Data Matrix, QR, Micro QR, PDF417, MicroPDF,

MaxiCode, Aztec Code, DotCode Postal Codes: POSTNET, PLANET,

Intelligent Mail Barcode, Royal Mail

Sécurité LED CEI 62471 : absence de risque, pas d’étiquetage supplémentaire nécessaire

Consommation électrique 3,7VDC +/-10%, 1000mA maximum, Fourni par LPS ou NEC classe 2

uniquement

Maintenance

The MX-100 and its host device should be kept free of all debris and foreign particles

to prevent any damage to either product. MX-100 products will not damage your

host device, however, debris and foreign particles that come between your MX-100

product and the device could cause damage. Prior to installing a Cognex MX-100

barcode reader, use a soft, lint-free cloth to clean your device at the surface area

that interfaces with the MX-100. The MX-100’s lens and windows can be cleaned

using isopropyl alcohol and a soft, lint-free cloth.

Storage

If the MX-100 is not used for an extended period, it is recommended that you remove

it from the device and storing it in a dry, cool place in its original package. The aimer

should not be attached to the battery pack during storage.

Compliance Statements

The MX-100 has Regulatory Model R00073 and meets or exceeds the

requirements of all applicable standards organizations for safe operation. However,

as with any electrical equipment, the best way to ensure safe operation is to operate

them according to the agency guidelines that follow. Please read these guidelines

carefully before using your device.

The following specifications apply to the MX-100 devices:

Regulator Specification

USA FCC Part 15, Subpart B Class A

Canada ICES-003, Class A

European Community

EN61326-1

Note: For the most current CE declaration and regulatory conformity information, see the Cognex support

site: cognex.com/support.

Safety and Regulatory

European Compliance

WARNING: This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this

product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be

required to take adequate measures.

This equipment complies with the essential requirements of EU Directive

2014/30/EU. Declarations are available from your local representative.

Safety and Regulatory

FCC Class A Compliance

Statement

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 reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is

operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can

radiate radio frequency 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 own expense.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the

following 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.

Canadian Compliance

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil

numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

International Product Safety Conforms to IEC61010-1, CAN/CSA-C22 No.61010-1:2012+ UPD No. 1:2015-

07, UL 61010-1:2012+ R:2012-07, UL 61010-1:2012+ R:2015-07, EN 61010-

1:2012

CB TÜV SÜD AM, IEC/EN 61010-1. CB report available upon request.

For European Union Users

Cognex complies with Directive 2012/19/EU OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT

AND OF THE COUNCIL of 4 July 2012 on waste electrical and electronicequipment

(WEEE).

Thisproduct has required the extraction and use of natural resourcesfor its

production. It may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the

environment, if not properly disposed.

In order to avoid the dissemination of those substances in our environment and to

diminish the pressure on the natural resources, we encourage you to use the

appropriate take-back systems for product disposal. Those systems will reuse or

recycle most of the materials of the product you are disposing in a sound way.

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