IDEC DS2_Series - Manual (Page 2)

Instruction manual DS2 series
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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1. General description of the AREAscan TM light grid
The AREAscan TM light grids are multibeam optoelectronic devices that can be used to detect objects,
including small and transparent targets as well as for measurement detection.
The variety of functions implemented make the DS2 a particularly flexible device that suits many
different applications.
The AREAscan
TM light grids of the DS2 series are manufactured in accordance with the international
Standards in force and in particular:
CEI EN 60947-5-2: low voltage proximity devices
CEI EN 50319: proximity switches: requirements for proximity switches with analogue
output
The device, consisting of emitter and receiver units housed inside sturdy aluminium profiles, generates
infrared beams that detect any object positioned in the light grid’s detection field.
The command and control functions are inside the two units; the connections are made through M12
connectors located in the lower side of the profiles.
The synchronisation between the emitter and the receiver takes place via cable through direct
connection between the two units.
The control and management of the emitted and received beams are guaranteed by microprocessors.
The operator obtains information relative to the light grid status and error conditions through LEDs
located on the device and/or through the control interface of a remote PC.
Some parts or paragraphs of this manual, containing important information for the operator, are
proceeded by a note:
Notes and detailed descriptions about particular characteristics of the AREAscan
TM devices have
been added to better explain functioning.
DATASENSOR Technical Support is available for questions related to the functioning and installation
of the DS2 series light grids and for any information and/or suggestions necessary for a correct
installation (see section 9 “Checks and periodical maintenance”).
AREAscan
TM ARE NOT safety devices; the use of the device for safety purposes and operator
safeguarding is not conform and dangerous.