Profile Measuring System
Z500
Manual 2: Operation Manual
Profile Measuring System
Z500
Operation Manual
Authorized Distributor:
Manual
Cat. No. Z159-E1-2
Cat. No. Z159-E1-2
Note: Specifications subject to change without notice.
Printed in Japan
0103-0.5C
Cat. No. Z159-E1-2
About this Manual
Please read the following manuals carefully and be sure you understand the information provided
before attempting to install or operate the Z500.
Manual 1: Setup Manual
Multi-Dimensional Controller
Z500
Setup Manual
Installation
This manual describes the hardware for the Z500
(Multi-Dimensional Controller) and how to install the
components.
Be sure to read this manual first.
Manual
Wiring
Cat. No. Z000-E1-1
Cat. No. Z158-E1-2
Manual 2: Operation Manual
Starting the Z500
and Positioning
the Workpiece
SECTION 2 Basic Operations
This section describes how to start the Z500
and how to display images on the monitor.
SECTION 3
Menus for Conversational Menu
• Basic settings required for measurement
• Measurement of consistent workpieces
OMRON Corporation
Industrial Automation Company
Application Sensors Division
Sensing Devices and Components Division H.Q.
Shiokoji Horikawa, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8530 Japan
Tel:(81)75-344-7068 / Fax:(81)75-344-7107
Regional Headquarters
OMRON EUROPE B.V.
Sensor Business Unit
Carl-Benz Str. 4, D-71154 Nufringen,
Germany
Tel:(49)7032-811-0 / Fax:(49)7032-811-199
OMRON ELECTRONICS LLC
1 East Commerce Drive, Schaumburg, IL 60173
U.S.A.
Tel:(1)847-843-7900 / Fax:(1)847-843-8568
OMRON ASIA PACIFIC PTE.LTD.
83 Clemenceau Avenue, #11-01, UE Square,
239920 Singapore
Tel:(65)835-3011 / Fax:(65)835-2711
OMRON CHINA CO.,LTD.
BEIJING OFFICE
Room 1028, Office Building,
Beijing Capital Times Square,
No.88 West Chang'an Road,
Beijing, 100031 China
Tel:(86)10-8391-3005 / Fax:(86)10-8391-3688
Adjusting Images
Menus for Conversational Menu
Settings can be made easily by entering
information as requested - just as
though you are having a conversation
with the Z500.
Multi-Dimensional Controller
Z500
Operation Manual
SECTION 4 Menus for Expert Menu
Manual
Cat. No. Z000-E1-1
Cat. No. Z159-E1-2
Setting
Measurement
Conditions
and Executing
• Customized settings
• Detailed settings
• Measurement of workpieces placed at different
positions
Menus for Expert Menu
More detailed setting, such as position
compensation for workpieces placed at
different positions, can be made.
SECTION 7 I/O Format
Outputting to
External Devices
This section provides details on the inputs and outputs
used for communications with external devices via
terminal blocks or RS-232C.
• Communications settings
• I/O format
• Timing for communications
INTRODUCTION SECTION 1 SECTION 2 SECTION 3 SECTION 4 SECTION 5 SECTION 6 SECTION 7 SECTION 8
Multi-Dimensional Controller
Z500
Z500-MC10E/MC15E
Operation Manual
INTRODUCTION
SECTION 1
Features
2
9
19
39
53
109
143
153
183
SECTION 2
Basic Operations
SECTION 3
Menus for Conversational Menu
SECTION 4
Menus for Expert Menu
SECTION 5
Other Functions
SECTION 6
System Settings
SECTION 7
I/O Format
SECTION 8
Troubleshooting
Manual
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INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
Special or Critical Applications
Special or Critical Applications
When the Z500 will be used in one of the conditions or applications listed below, allow extra safety mar-
gins in ratings and functions, add extra safety feature such as fail-safe systems, and consult your
OMRON representative.
• Operating conditions or environments which are not described in the manual
• Nuclear power control systems, railroad systems, aviation systems, vehicles, combustion systems,
medical equipment, amusement equipment, or safety equipment
• Other systems, machines, and equipment that may have a serious influence on lives and property and
require extra safety features
Product Availability
Some of the products listed may not be available in some countries. Please contact your nearest
OMRON sales office by referring to the addresses provided at the back of this manual.
Regulations and Standards
The Z500 complies with the international regulations and standards below:
• EC Regulations
EMC Directive: No.89/336/EEC
• EN Standards (European Standards)
EN61326:1997 + A1:1998 + A2:2001 (EMI:Class A)
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All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in
any form, or by any means, mechanical, electronic, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written
permission of OMRON.
No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Moreover, because
OMRON is constantly striving to improve its high-quality products, the information contained in this manual is subject
to change without notice. Every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual. Nevertheless, OMRON
assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use
of the information contained in this publication.
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Z500
Operation Manual
INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION.................................................................................... 3
Table of Contents.........................................................................................................
Precaution on Safety ...................................................................................................
Menus............................................................................................................................
Editor's Note.................................................................................................................
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5
6
8
Table of Contents
SECTION 1
Features ............................................................................................... 9
1-1 Features of the Z500............................................................................................10
1-2 Operational Flow..................................................................................................14
SECTION 2
Basic Operations................................................................................ 19
2-1 Starting the Z500 and Displaying Images..........................................................20
2-2 Menu Operations ................................................................................................23
2-2-1 Input Device ...............................................................................................23
2-2-2 Screen Displays.........................................................................................24
2-2-3 Menu Tree ..................................................................................................25
2-2-4 Inputting Values ........................................................................................27
2-2-5 Adjustment Menu ......................................................................................28
2-3 Screen Types and Display Methods ..................................................................29
2-3-1 Image Monitor............................................................................................30
2-3-2 Profile Monitor ...........................................................................................33
2-3-3 Digital Monitor ...........................................................................................35
2-3-4 Trend Monitor ............................................................................................36
2-4 Saving Settings and Exiting the Z500................................................................37
SECTION 3
Menus for Conversational Menu....................................................... 39
3-1 Setting Measurement Conditions Using the Conversational Menus...............40
Step
1 Starting Conversational Menus ................................................................40
Step
2 Setting Basic Measurement Conditions ..................................................41
Step
3 Setting Measurement Contents ................................................................48
Step
4 Setting Measurement Conditions .............................................................49
Step
5 Setting Output Contents............................................................................50
Step
6 Starting Measurements .............................................................................51
3-2 Saving Settings and Exiting the Z500................................................................52
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