SICK VMS4100/VMS5100 Operating instructions

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

VMS4100/5100

Track and trace systems

2

8023994/2019-04-15|SICK

ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS | VMS4100 / VMS5100 volume measurement system

Subject to change without notice

Product described

Product name: VMS4100/5100

Document identification

Title: VMS4100/5100 operating instructions

Part number: 8023994

Manufacturer

SICK AG

Erwin-Sick-Str. 1 · 79183 Waldkirch · Germany

Legal notes

This work is protected by copyright. The associated rights are reserved by SICK AG.

Reproduction of this document or parts of this document is only permissible within

the limits of the legal provisions of copyright law. Any modification, abridgment, or

translation of this document is prohibited without the express written permission of

SICK AG.

The trademarks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective

owners.

Original documents

This document is an original document from SICK AG.

CONTENTS

3

8023994/2019-04-15|SICK

Subject to change without notice

ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS | VMS4100 / VMS5100 volume measurement system

Contents

1 About this document ........................................................................................................ 6

1.1 Limitation of liability ............................................................................................. 6

1.2 Purpose of this document .................................................................................... 6

1.3 Target groups........................................................................................................ 6

1.4 Further information .............................................................................................. 7

1.5 Other relevant technical documentation/information ....................................... 7

1.6 Document conventions ........................................................................................ 7

2 Important safety notes ..................................................................................................... 8

2.1 Safety conventions ............................................................................................... 8

2.2 Supplementary safety note .................................................................................. 8

2.3 Requirements for the qualification of personnel................................................ 8

2.4 Intended use ......................................................................................................... 9

2.5 RoHS directive ...................................................................................................... 9

2.6 Safety notes ....................................................................................................... 10

3 System description ........................................................................................................ 11

3.1 Scope of delivery ............................................................................................... 11

3.2 System components.......................................................................................... 12

3.2.1 Volume measurement device ............................................................ 13

3.2.2 Incremental encoder .......................................................................... 14

3.2.3 Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor trigger ..................................... 15

3.2.4 Cabinet with SIM2000 ....................................................................... 16

3.2.5 Expanding the system with a reading station ................................... 17

3.3 Triggering the recording of measured values .................................................. 18

3.4 Operating modes ............................................................................................... 20

3.4.1 'Singulated’ operating mode (cubic only) ......................................... 20

3.4.2 “Singulated” operating mode with additional “Singulation

verification” (SIV) function ................................................................. 21

3.4.3 “Touching/Side-by-Side” operating mode (cubic only) .................... 25

3.5 Determining measurement results and outputting data ................................ 28

3.5.1 Recording of measured values and 3D modeling ............................ 28

3.5.2 Evaluating the 3D model in each operating mode ........................... 28

3.5.3 Data output ........................................................................................ 30

3.6 Additional function ............................................................................................ 32

3.7 Nominal value conditions ................................................................................. 33

3.7.1 Nominal value conditions for the “Singulated” and

“Touching/Side-by-Side”operating modes (cubic only).................... 33

3.7.2 Dynamic scale value switchover ....................................................... 36

3.8 System requirements ........................................................................................ 38

3.8.1 Required interfaces ........................................................................... 38

3.8.2 Requirements at the operation site .................................................. 38

3.8.3 Object requirements .......................................................................... 38

3.8.4 Conveying equipment requirements ................................................. 39

3.8.5 Mounting requirements ..................................................................... 40

3.9 Officially verifiable operation ............................................................................ 43

3.9.1 Information labels .............................................................................. 43

3.9.2 Security seal ....................................................................................... 48

3.9.3 Alibi memory and firmware ................................................................ 53

3.9.4 LFT display .......................................................................................... 55

3.9.5 Test instructions for market surveillance ......................................... 58

CONTENTS

4

8023994/2019-04-15|SICK

ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS | VMS4100 / VMS5100 volume measurement system

Subject to change without notice

4 Mounting .........................................................................................................................61

4.1 Mounting the volume measurement device .....................................................61

4.2 Mounting the incremental encoder ..................................................................63

4.3 Mounting the photoelectric retro-reflective sensor and reflector

(optional) ............................................................................................................64

4.4 Mounting the cabinet .........................................................................................64

5 Electrical installation .....................................................................................................65

5.1 Connection overview ..........................................................................................66

5.2 Connecting to the voltage supply ......................................................................67

5.3 Connecting the volume measurement device ..................................................68

5.4 Connecting the LFT display ...............................................................................69

5.5 Connecting the incremental encoder ...............................................................70

5.6 Connection for the photoelectric retro-reflective sensor (optional) ................71

5.7 Connecting to the customer interface ..............................................................72

6 Commissioning ...............................................................................................................73

6.1 Switching on the system ....................................................................................73

6.2 Configuring the system with SOPAS ..................................................................74

6.2.1 Installing SOPAS ET ............................................................................74

6.2.2 Connecting the configuration PC .......................................................74

6.2.3 Installing SOPAS .................................................................................75

6.2.4 Assigning IP addresses .......................................................................76

6.2.5 Opening the configuration interface ..................................................81

6.2.6 Logging into the device .......................................................................82

6.3 Saving the parameters permanently ................................................................83

7 Maintenance and repair ................................................................................................84

7.1 Monitoring and cleaning work ...........................................................................85

7.1.1 Control measurements .......................................................................85

7.1.2 Visual inspection .................................................................................85

7.1.3 Cleaning the volume measurement device .......................................86

7.1.4 Checking the incremental encoder components ..............................87

7.1.5 Cleaning the photoelectric retro-reflective sensor ............................87

7.1.6 Cleaning the cabinet ...........................................................................88

7.2 Replacing components ......................................................................................89

7.2.1 Replacing the volume measuring device ..........................................89

7.2.2 Replacing the incremental encoder components .............................91

7.2.3 Replacing the photoelectric retro-reflective sensor (optional) .........92

8 Fault diagnosis ...............................................................................................................93

8.1 Fault indications of the components ................................................................93

8.1.1 Fault indication on the LMS4xxx ........................................................93

8.1.2 SIM2000 fault indication ...................................................................94

8.1.3 Photoelectric sensor fault indication .................................................95

8.2 Checks on the SIM2000 ....................................................................................96

8.2.1 Checking the triggering .......................................................................96

8.2.2 Checking the incremental encoder ....................................................97

8.2.3 Checking the CAN cabling ..................................................................98

8.3 Detailed fault analysis .......................................................................................99

CONTENTS

5

8023994/2019-04-15|SICK

Subject to change without notice

ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS | VMS4100 / VMS5100 volume measurement system

9 Annex ............................................................................................................................ 100

9.1 Technical data ................................................................................................. 100

9.1.1 Data sheet ........................................................................................ 100

9.1.2 Dimensional drawings for the volume measurement device ........ 102

9.1.3 Dimensional drawings for the SIC2000-2100 ............................... 102

9.2 Compliance with EU directives ....................................................................... 103

10 Disposal ........................................................................................................................ 104

1 ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT

6

8023994/2019-04-15|SICK

ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS | VMS4100 / VMS5100 volume measurement system

Subject to change without notice

1 About this document

This document contains information that is required during the life cycle of the system.

▸

The document must be made available to all those who work with the system.

▸

Read through the document carefully and ensure that you have fully understood its

contents before working with the system.

1.1 Limitation of liability

Applicable standards and regulations, the latest technological developments, and our

many years of knowledge and experience have all been taken into account when

assembling the data and information contained in this document.

The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage caused by:

• Failure to observe this document.

• Non-compliance with notes and regulations.

• Unauthorized mounting and installation.

• Unauthorized technical and other changes.

• Use of unauthorized spare parts, wear and tear parts, and accessories.

• Unauthorized changes, adjustments, and/or manipulations of software.

The actual scope of delivery may differ from the features and illustrations shown here

where special variants are involved, if optional extras have been ordered, or as a result of

the latest technical changes.

1.2 Purpose of this document

This document describes the VMS4100/5100 volume measurement system.

1.3 Target groups

This document is intended for qualified persons who perform the following tasks with the

volume measurement system:

• Installation

• Commissioning

• Operating

• Repairing

ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT 1

7

8023994/2019-04-15|SICK

Subject to change without notice

ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS | VMS4100 / VMS5100 volume measurement system

1.4 Further information

Special local conditions

The local laws, regulations, technical rules and internal company operating instructions

at the usage site must be observed.

Storage of documents

This document and other relevant technical documentation/information:

• Must be made available for reference.

• Must be handed over to new operating entities/new specialist personnel.

1.5 Other relevant technical documentation/information

• Technical system documentation

▸

E231167 A (EPLAN)

- Connection diagram

- Terminal diagram

• Operating instructions for the following system components:

Component

Manufacturer

LMS4000 2D LiDAR sensor operating instructions

SICK

SIM2000ST Sensor Integration Machine operating

instructions

SICK

WL27-3 SENSICK operating instructions SICK

DFV60 operating instructions SICK

1.6 Document conventions

▸

Instructions.

 Instructions complete.

LED icons describe the status of a diagnostics LED.

 The LED is steadily lit.

 The LED is flashing.

 The LED is off.

Examples

2 IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES

8

8023994/2019-04-15|SICK

ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS | VMS4100 / VMS5100 volume measurement system

Subject to change without notice

2 Important safety notes

▸

Read and observe all safety notes in this document.

2.1 Safety conventions

Safety symbols on the system and system components, as well as safety notes and safety

labels, comply with current guidelines and standards.

The safety conventions for signal words used in this document conform to ANSI Z535.

DANGER! refers to a hazard with a high level of risk that will result in serious injury or

death if not avoided.

WARNING! refers to a hazard with a medium level of risk that may result in serious

injury or death if not avoided.

CAUTION! refers to a hazard with a low level of risk that will result in a minor or

moderate injury if not avoided.

NOTE! indicates possible damage to property or material and provides useful information.

2.2 Supplementary safety note

WARNING!

▸

Only qualified persons from the relevant departments are permitted to work on the

system.

▸

Follow operating processes.

▸

Follow local regulations.

▸

Only authorized persons are permitted access to the system.

2.3 Requirements for the qualification of personnel

• Qualified persons have the specialist training, skills, and experience, as well as

knowledge of the relevant regulations and standards, to be able to perform work

assigned to them and to identify and avoid any potential dangers independently.

• Electricians have the professional training, skills and experience, and knowledge of the

relevant standards and provisions to work on electrical systems and to detect and

avoid any potential dangers independently.

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES 2

9

8023994/2019-04-15|SICK

Subject to change without notice

ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS | VMS4100 / VMS5100 volume measurement system

2.4 Intended use

The VMS4100/5100 volume measurement system is used to measure cubic objects on

flat conveying systems in industrial environments.

The objects must be dimensionally stable, opaque, and non-reflective.

• In the Singulated operating mode,the VMS4100/5100 determines length, width, and

height, and can calculate the volume of the smallest enveloping cuboid (box volume)

using these values. The objects are measured separately. They must not be positioned

side-by-side and must not touch.

• The Singulated operating mode on the VMS4100/5100 can be enhanced by the

additional Singulation verification (SIV) function. Here, the objects located in the

measuring range are quantified. If there are several objects in the measuring range,

the number of detected objects is determined. Dimensional values are labeled as NON-

LFT, but can be outputted. If the next object is singular, it will then once again be

normally dimensioned in Singulated mode.

• In the Touching/Side-by-Side operating mode, the VMS4100/5100 detects the

dimensions of cubic objects that are transported side-by-side or touching.

All measurement results are transferred to the customer network via the data interface of

the SIM2000 control unit.

The VMS5100 volume measurement system is verified as legal for trade and can be used

for billing purposes in the Singulated and Touching/Side-by-Side operating modes.

WARNING! The VMS4100/5100 must only be used as intended. Non-intended use can

pose a hazard to people and cause damage to the system.

2.5 RoHS directive

This product has been designed for specific applications in large industrial plants

according to Article 2 (4) e, RoHS 2011/65/EU, and must therefore only be used in such

plants.

The product is neither suitable nor approved for use outside of these plants. SICK

therefore cannot provide any warranty or accept any liability whatsoever for such use.

2 IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES

10

8023994/2019-04-15|SICK

ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS | VMS4100 / VMS5100 volume measurement system

Subject to change without notice

2.6 Safety notes

DANGER!

HAZARDOUS ELECTRICAL VOLTAGE

The system is supplied with line voltage. Risk of electrical shock. Contact will result in

death, burns or shock.

▸

Electrical work may only be performed on the system by qualified specialist

personnel.

▸

Interrupt the voltage supply.

▸

Check residual voltage on the system components.

▸

Use additional caution.

▸

Always connect equipotential bonding (earthing).

▸

Ensure that the ground potential is the same at all grounding points.

▸

Do not disconnect or remove the protective conductor.

WARNING!

HAZARDOUS LASER RADIATION

The 2D LiDAR sensor of the volume measurement system works with a red, class-2

laser.

Serious damage to retina.

▸

Never look directly into the beam path.

▸

Beware of reflections when mounting and aligning.

▸

Wear appropriate laser safety goggles.

▸

Do not open the housing.

▸

Observe laser safety regulations.

DANGER!

FALLING COMPONENTS

The cabinet weighs approx. 20 kg.

▸

Do not perform mounting work alone.

▸

Ask a second person to hold the components during mounting.

▸

Wear safety shoes.

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 3

11

8023994/2019-04-15|SICK

Subject to change without notice

ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS | VMS4100 / VMS5100 volume measurement system

3 System description

3.1 Scope of delivery

NOTE!

▸

After delivery, inspect the system for transport damage and report any such damage

immediately.

▸

Check that the delivery includes all components listed on the delivery note.

System components

• 1 LMS4421R-16000 volume measurement device with laser protective cover

(VMS4100) or

1 LMS4521R-16000 volume measurement device with laser protective cover

(VMS5100 MID)

• 1 LFT display (VMS5100 MID only)

• 1 SIC2000 cabinet with SIM2000 controller and power supply module(s)

• 1 DFV60 incremental encoder with mounting kit

• 1 Mounting bracket for mounting the LMS4xxx

• 2 beam blockers

• Connecting cables

Optional

• 1 photoelectric retro-reflective sensor for triggered systems (e.g., WL18-3 or WL27-3)

3 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

12

8023994/2019-04-15|SICK

ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS | VMS4100 / VMS5100 volume measurement system

Subject to change without notice

3.2 System components

Fig.1: System components

Legend

1 LMS4xxx volume measurement device with laser protective cover

2 LFT display

3 Cabinet with SIM2000 controller and power supply unit(s)

4 DFV60 incremental encoder

5 Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor for triggered systems (optional)

• Mount the system components according to the technical drawing on a frame provided

by the customer.

• Additional glare protection on the frame (beam blocker) prevents objects located

outside of the measuring range from being included in the calculation of measured

values.

Mounting

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 3

13

8023994/2019-04-15|SICK

Subject to change without notice

ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS | VMS4100 / VMS5100 volume measurement system

3.2.1 Volume measurement device

Fig. 2: Volume measurement device with laser protective cover

L

egend

1

2

3

LMS4xxx volume measurement device with laser protective cover

Laser protective cover

Connections for power and data

• C

onsists of a volume measurement device (LMS4xxx) mounted in a centered position

on a profile above the conveying equipment.

• The device parameters are permanently stored in the removable modular cover. This

makes it easier to replace components.

• Used to calculate the relevant object dimensions by non-contact detection of objec

t

c

ontours on the conveying line.

• Transmits the detected measuring points to the SIM2000 control unit for further

processing.

Fig. 3: Functional principal of the volume measurement device

• T

he volume measurement device operates according to the principle of phase shift

(continuous wave).

• When a laser beam strikes an object, the object’s position is detected in terms of a

distance and angle based on the principle of time-of-flight measurement.

• There is a phase difference between the transmitter and receiver beams resulting from

the light’s time-of-flight and the wavelength used.

• This phase difference is used to calculate the distance of the object from the zer

o

p

oint.

Properties

Function

Recording of measured

values

3 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

14

8023994/2019-04-15|SICK

ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS | VMS4100 / VMS5100 volume measurement system

Subject to change without notice

3.2.2 Incremental encoder

Fig. 4: DFV60 incremental encoder

Legend

1 Measuring wheel

2 Spring-loaded mounting arm

• Measuring wheel system mounted under the conveyor belt.

• Large spring travel and pivot range of the spring arm compensates for unevenness on

measurement surface.

• Measurement of linear movements.

• Detection of position and speed directly on the running surface of the conveyor belt

using a precision measuring wheel.

Properties

Function

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 3

15

8023994/2019-04-15|SICK

Subject to change without notice

ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS | VMS4100 / VMS5100 volume measurement system

3.2.3 Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor trigger

Fig.5: Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor with reflector (e.g., WL18-3)

Legend

1 Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor (e.g., WL18-3)

2 Reflector

• Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor trigger available as an option.

• The emitted light band is reflected back by a reflector.

• Sender and receiver are arranged parallel to one another in the housing.

• Mounted in front of the measuring field.

• Supplies the trigger signal in systems with triggered measurement.

• The trigger signal activates the sensors and opens the internal reading gate.

• The photoelectric retro-reflective sensor trigger is available as an option.

Properties

Function

3 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

16

8023994/2019-04-15|SICK

ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS | VMS4100 / VMS5100 volume measurement system

Subject to change without notice

3.2.4 Cabinet with SIM2000

Fig.6: SIC2000 cabinet

Legend

1 Air inlet for cooling (with filter mat and cooler)

2 SIM2000 controller (with alibi memory on the VMS5100)

3 Terminals for power supply IN (100 – 264 V AC / 50 – 60 Hz)

4 Air outlet for cooling (with filter mat)

5 Power supply unit for voltage supply to SIM2000 and volume measurement

device

6 Terminals (24 V DC) and fuse module OUT

7 Power supply unit for voltage supply to LFT display (VMS5100 only)

• Contains power supply units for the central voltage supply to system components.

• Contains the SIM2000, the central control unit of the VMS4100/5100

• In the case of the officially verifiable VMS5100, the SIM2000 also contains the legally

relevant memory (alibi memory) for the entire system.

• Coordinates all connected sensors and processes the measured values received.

• Loads the measuring points from the volume measurement device and uses the 2D

sections to calculate a three-dimensional model.

• Determines the box volume and dimensional values based on the calculated 3D model.

• Data is outputted to the higher-level customer system in a host telegram with a defined

format.

Properties

Function

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 3

17

8023994/2019-04-15|SICK

Subject to change without notice

ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS | VMS4100 / VMS5100 volume measurement system

3.2.5 Expanding the system with a reading station

Fig.7: Expanding the system with a reading station

Legend

1 VMS4100/5100

2 Reading systems

3 CAN bus

• Expansion of the VMS4100/5100 volume measurement system with a reading station.

• Depending on the application case, this station can consist of scanners, cameras

and/or a combination of both in any desired arrangement.

• Allows automated object identification using bar codes.

• Streamlines process automation.

NOTE! The volume measurement system can also supply the focus information for the

connected camera systems.

• The devices are connected to the volume measurement system via the CAN bus of the

SIM2000.

• The controller links the acquired identification data with the dimensional values

calculated by the VMS4100/5100.

• Identification data and dimensional values are issued together to the higher-level

system.

Properties

Function

Connection

3 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

18

8023994/2019-04-15|SICK

ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS | VMS4100 / VMS5100 volume measurement system

Subject to change without notice

3.3 Triggering the recording of measured values

Fig. 8: Free-running mode

Legend

1 Object

2 Scanning line = trigger line

3 Volume measurement device

4 Incremental encoder

• The volume measurement system detects the objects to be measured on its own.

• Measurement begins when an object enters the scanning line of the volume

measurement device.

• Measurement ends when the object leaves the scanning line.

Free-running

mode

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 3

19

8023994/2019-04-15|SICK

Subject to change without notice

ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS | VMS4100 / VMS5100 volume measurement system

Fig. 9: Triggered mode

Legend

1 Trigger line of the photoelectric retro-reflective sensor

2 Scanning line of the volume measurement device

3 Incremental encoder

4 Reading gate for triggered object 2

5 Reading gate for triggered object 1

• The object is detected by a trigger signal.

• The trigger signal can be triggered by the entry of the object into the path of a

photoelectric retro-reflective sensor or via a customer-controlled digital signal.

• The trigger signal activates the volume measurement device and opens the internal

reading gate.

• The reading gate determines the start and end of the measuring process. It

corresponds to the trigger length in the conveying direction.

• The measuring process lasts for as long as the reading gate is open, regardless of

whether the object is entering or leaving the scanning line.

• In both operating modes, the incremental encoder supplies information for defining

the exact position of the object on the conveying equipment.

• This information is required to calculate the length information and for correct

assignment of the measurement results to the object.

Triggered

mode

Object tracking

3 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

20

8023994/2019-04-15|SICK

ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS | VMS4100 / VMS5100 volume measurement system

Subject to change without notice

3.4 Operating modes

3.4.1 'Singulated’ operating mode (cubic only)

Fig. 10: 'Singulated’ operating mode (cubic only)

• The objects are measured separately. Only one object can be in the measuring range

at any given time.

• Objects must pass through the measuring station separately and at a defined

minimum distance of 50 mm.

• The VMS4100/5100 detects the length, width and height of the individual objects, and

can calculate the volume of the smallest enveloping cuboid (box volume) using these

values.

• Free-running mode and triggered mode are both permitted. Triggered mode is the

default setting.

• The conveyor speed must be limited to 3 m/s.

The minimum distance of 50 mm between the objects must be maintained. The objects

must not touch or be side-by-side.

Fig. 11: Minimum distance: 50 mm

Principle

Transport condition

Page is loading ...

SICK VMS4100/VMS5100 Operating instructions

Related papers

Other documents