K50Z Multipoint Sensor Instruction Manual

Chapter 1: Product Description

The K50Z is a wide area height and presence measurement sensor, patent pending. It utilizes 3D Time of Flight technology to measure the nearest and average distance of a target area. The sensor offers a configurable sensing range up to 2 meters with a wide, 45° x 45° field of view. It monitors the entire sensing region of interest, unlike single-point sensors. The device is completely self-contained, requiring no external lighting, controller, or PC. Its compact IP67 housing is designed for industrial environments, and it is available with dual discrete outputs and IO-Link for advanced configuration and diagnostics.

Models

The K50Z is available in the following model:

Overview

The K50Z optical sensor uses time-of-flight technology to measure multiple points within its field of view. These measurements are used to calculate and track values like nearest or average distance. It employs infrared light reflected to an imager with 64 measurement points to evaluate targets in a large area. Configuration can be done via IO-Link or the Banner Measurement Sensor software. It features two independently configurable outputs.

Features and Indicators

LED indicators provide real-time sensing status:

Laser Description and Safety Information

The K50Z uses Class 1 lasers, which are considered safe under foreseeable operating conditions, including the use of optical instruments for intrabeam viewing. It complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 (with deviations per Laser Notice No. 56) and IEC 60825-1:2014 and EN 60825-1:2014+A11:2021.

Banner Measurement Sensor Software

The Banner Measurement Sensor software allows users to:

• Quickly configure the sensor.
• Easily monitor device status.
• Visualize the application in real-time.
• Make on-the-fly adjustments to sensor settings.

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Chapter 2: Installation Instructions

Installation Best Practices

For most applications, mount the sensor perpendicular to the target area and as close to the center as possible. If perpendicular mounting is not feasible, minimize the mounting angle. When using a 3D ROI (Region of Interest), a pixel is considered inside when its midpoint crosses into the 3D ROI area. It is recommended to slightly undersize the 3D ROI away from container edges or walls.

Detection Position: Side View

Diagrams illustrate detection scenarios:

• A: Pixel one detected; pixel two not detected (midpoint outside 3D ROI); pixel three not detected (outside 3D ROI).
• B: Pixels one and two detected (midpoints inside 3D ROI); pixel three not detected (outside 3D ROI).
• C: Pixels one, two, and three detected (target closer, all midpoints inside 3D ROI).

Detection Position: Overhead View

Similar to the side view, this illustrates detection based on pixel midpoints within the 3D ROI.

Wiring

Quick disconnect wiring diagrams are functionally identical. The sensor features a dual discrete output and IO-Link capability.

Wiring Diagram: A schematic shows the sensor's 5-pin M12 connector. Pin 1 (Brown) is +10-30 V DC. Pin 2 (White) is D2_Out. Pin 3 (Blue) is D1_Out/IO-Link. Pin 4 (Black) is Ground. Pin 5 (Gray) is for remote input or Banner Measurement Sensor software connection.

Key:

• 1 = Brown
• 2 = White
• 3 = Blue
• 4 = Black
• 5 = Gray (Connect for use with remote input or Banner Measurement Sensor software)

*Note: The output is Push-Pull and user-configurable for PNP/NPN settings.

Mount the Device

1. If a bracket is needed, mount the device onto the bracket.
2. Mount the device (or device and bracket) to the machine or equipment at the desired location. Do not tighten mounting screws yet.
3. Check the device alignment.
4. Tighten the mounting screws to secure the device in the aligned position.

Chapter 3: Getting Started

Install the Software

IMPORTANT: Administrative rights are required to install the Banner Measurement Sensor software.

1. Download the latest version from www.bannerengineering.com.
2. Navigate to and open the downloaded file.
3. Click 'Install' to begin the installation.
4. If prompted by your system settings, click 'Yes' to allow changes to your computer.
5. Click 'Close' to exit the installer.

Connect to the Sensor

A diagram shows the connection setup:

• A: Pro Converter Cable (MQDC-506-USB)
• B: Splitter (CSB-M1251FM1251M)
• C: PC running Banner Measurement Sensor software
• D: K50Z Sensor
• E: Power Supply (PSW-24-1 or PSD-24-4)
• F: Optional 5-Pin to 5-Pin Double-Ended Cordset (e.g., MQDEC3-515SS)

Connection Steps:

1. Connect the sensor to the Pro Cable (see "Configuration Tools" on page 23).
2. Connect the Pro Converter cable to the PC.
3. Open the Banner Measurement Sensor Software.
4. Navigate to 'Sensor' > 'Connect' on the toolbar. The Connection screen will appear.
5. Select the correct Sensor Model and Com Port.
6. Click 'Connect'. The screen closes, and sensor data displays.

Software Overview

The Banner Measurement Sensor software and Pro Converter Cable facilitate easy setup and configuration of range, sensitivity, and output.

Software Interface Elements:

1. Navigation toolbar: Connect to sensor, save/load configurations, reset to factory defaults.
2. Observation Space: Displays the sensor's field of view and selected items.
3. Observation Legend: Controls visibility of elements in the 3D View (e.g., switch point planes, regions of interest).
4. Summary Pane: Shows live outputs numerically and configuration details for discrete outputs.
5. Sensor Settings pane: For setting sensor parameters.
6. Status bar: Indicates sensor connection status and software update availability.
7. Live Sensor Data controls: Record, pause, play real-time sensor data, and refresh the connection.

Chapter 4: Banner Measurement Sensor Workspace

Navigation Toolbar

The Navigation Toolbar allows connection to the sensor, saving/loading configurations, and resetting to factory defaults.

• File Menu: Load Configuration, Save Configuration, Reset Frequently Used Settings, Exit.
• Sensor Menu: Connect, Disconnect, Factory Reset.
• Help Menu: About (displays software version, copyright, warranty).

Observation Space

The Observation Space displays live sensor data in real-time, showing up to 64 measurement points. Display can be customized via the legend.

• 3D View Tab: Presents a 3D image of the sensor's view. Users can rotate, pan, and zoom using mouse controls or visual controls. Bar graphs represent Discrete 1 (red) and Discrete 2 (blue) outputs, showing ON state (green) and OFF state (grey). Solid lines indicate switch points, dashed lines indicate hysteresis. The default sensing direction is top-to-bottom; double-clicking a bar graph flips it.
• 2D View Tab: Shows a 2D representation of pixels, with distance (top number) and excess gain (bottom number) displayed for each pixel. Zoom is available via the mouse wheel. Clicking a pixel shows its coordinate data and excess gain.
• Filter Pane: Allows filtering of pixel data in the Observation Space (All, Discrete 1, Discrete 2, D1 or D2, None). Colorization options include Excess Gain or Distance, with selectable palettes (RGB, RB, Grayscale).

Observation Legend

The Observation Legend controls what is displayed in the 3D View. Red items relate to Discrete 1, blue to Discrete 2. Options include:

• Discrete Output: Displays output-associated information.
• Switch Point: Shows a plane indicating the switch point location (or two planes for window mode).
• Measured Value: Displays a translucent plane tracking current sensor measurement.
• 3D ROI: Shows a customizable 3D box representing the active sensing area for an output.

Summary Pane

The Summary Pane displays Discrete 1/2 State (ON/OFF) and Discrete 1/2 Measurement (Average or Nearest Distance).

Sensor Settings Pane

This pane allows parameter adjustment. 'Read' retrieves current settings; 'Write' applies changes. Yellow highlights indicate unsaved changes.

• General Tab: Settings include Resolution (Standard 8x8 or Reduced 4x4) and Response Speed (Fast, Medium, Slow), which vary based on resolution. Sensor Polarity and Sensor Lockout are also configured here.
• Discrete 1 Tab: Configures Measurement Mode (Nearest Distance, Average Distance), Output Mode (Switch Point - Object Ref, Switch Point - Background Ref, Window), Distance Settings (switch points and hysteresis), Hysteresis Mode (User Defined, Dynamic), Active Sensing Area (2D/3D ROI - Full Field or Custom), and Output Settings (NO/NC, On Delay, Off Delay).
• Discrete 2 Tab: Similar to Discrete 1, available for dual discrete models. Includes options for Complementary output and Pulse Pro/PFM output.

Live Sensor Data Controls

These controls manage data sampling. Users can Stop, Play, or Record data to a CSV file. A 'Refresh Device Connection' option is available if communication is lost.

Chapter 5: Configuring a Sensor

Banner Measurement Sensor Software

The Banner Measurement Sensor software and Pro Converter Cable are used for sensor setup. More information is available at www.bannerengineering.com.

Remote Input

The remote input offers limited programming options and is Active High by default, configurable to Active Low in the software. It can be enabled by pulsing the remote input wire 10 times or via the software. Remote teach functionality can also be accessed via the Pro Converter Cable button. Pulse length (T) must be between 0.04 and 0.8 seconds. Exit programming modes by setting the input low for over 2 seconds or waiting 60 seconds.

Remote Input Map: A table details pulse sequences for various functions, including starting discrete teaches and setting response speed/resolution.

• Start Discrete 1 Teach: Single pulse.
• Start Discrete 2 Teach: Double pulse.
• Response Speed and Resolution: Multiple pulses (1x to 8x) select specific combinations of resolution (4x4 or 8x8) and response speed (Fast, Medium, Slow).

Remote Setup

Use 'Remote Setup' to configure the Teach mode. Changes to Teach mode affect subsequent remote teaches.

Discrete 1 or Discrete 2 Teach

To teach switch points in Two-Point Window mode:

1. Access Discrete 1 (single pulse) or Discrete 2 (double pulse) teach selection. LEDs indicate readiness.
2. Present the first point.
3. Teach the switch point with a single pulse. 'Teach Accepted' (3 flashes) or 'Teach Not Accepted' (10 flashes) is indicated. Retry if necessary.
4. Access teach selection again.
5. Present the second point.
6. Teach the switch point with a double pulse. 'Teach Accepted' (3 flashes) or 'Teach Not Accepted' (10 flashes) is indicated. Retry if necessary.

Set the Response Speed and Resolution

Use 'Response Speed Selection' by pulsing the remote input five times. The LEDs will flash to indicate the mode. The table shows pulse counts for different resolution and speed combinations.

IO-Link Interface

IO-Link provides point-to-point communication for sensor parameterization and data transmission. Users can download IODD files from Banner Engineering's website. Banner also provides Add On Instruction (AOI) files for integration with Rockwell Automation PLCs, including Process Data AOIs, Parameter Data AOIs, and IO-Link Master AOIs.

Reset the Sensor to Factory Defaults

Resetting can be done via the Banner Measurement Sensor software ('Sensor' > 'Factory Reset') or by pulsing the remote input eight times. Note that software reset disables the remote input wire, while remote reset keeps it enabled.

Factory Default Settings

Tables detail the default settings for the General, Discrete 1, and Discrete 2 tabs.

Chapter 6: Specifications

Resolution and Response Speed

Performance specifications vary by resolution and response speed settings:

*4x4 specifications are defined at 20 °C, 5 minutes after power on, excluding corner pixels.

*8x8 specifications are defined at 20 °C, 5 minutes after power on, excluding edge pixels.

General Specifications

• Minimum Hysteresis: 20 mm
• Range: 6% Black card: 1500 mm; 90% White card: 2000 mm
• Operating Principle: 3D Time of Flight
• Supply Voltage (Vcc): 10 V DC to 30 V DC
• Recommended warm-up time: 5 minutes
• Delay at Power-up: 2 seconds
• Power and Current Consumption (exclusive of load): < 1 W
• Supply Protection Circuitry: Protected against reverse polarity and transient overvoltages.
• Outputs: PFM, Dual Discrete, IO-Link
• Flatness (Pixel to Pixel Accuracy): 20 mm
• Communication Protocol: IO-Link
• Boresighting: ± 2 degrees
• Light Source: Infrared, 940 nm
• Field of View: 45° x 45° (Symmetrical in X, Y direction, 5.625° per pixel)
• Field of View Size: At 20 mm: 17 mm (X) by 17 mm (Y); At 2000 mm: 1657 mm (X) by 1657 mm (Y)
• Ambient Light Immunity: 10,000 lux
• Output Protection: Protected against reverse polarity and transient overvoltages.
• Remote Input: Supports remote teach, emitter enable/disable.
• Indicators: Power LED (Green), Output LEDs (Amber, discrete output status).
• Construction: Housing: Polycarbonate; Window: Polycarbonate; Lens Cover: Acrylic with optical coating.

Connections

• Integral M12 quick disconnect. Models with a quick disconnect require a mating cordset.

Vibration and Mechanical Shock

All models meet MIL-STD-202F, Method 201A (Vibration: 10 Hz to 60 Hz maximum, 0.06 inch double amplitude, 10G acceleration) and Method 213B conditions H&I (Shock: 75G operating, 100G non-operating). Impact rating: EN 62262 IK07.

Operating Temperature

-10 °C to +50 °C (+14 °F to +122 °F)

Temperature Effect

0.25 mm/°C while in Standard 8x8, fast mode.

Environmental Rating

IP67

Country of Origin

USA

Output Rating

Tables detail output ratings for Black and White wire configurations for IO-Link Push/Pull, PNP, and NPN outputs.

FCC Part 15 Class A for Unintentional Radiators

This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules for Class A digital devices, designed for commercial environments to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference. Changes or modifications not expressly approved could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Industry Canada ICES-003(A)

This device complies with CAN ICES-3 (A)/NMB-3(A). Operation is subject to two conditions: no harmful interference and acceptance of received interference.

Chapter 7: Update the Software

The Banner Measurement Sensor software automatically checks for updates. A notification symbol indicates an update is available.

1. Click the notification symbol in the lower right corner of the software to open the update screen.
2. Click 'Upgrade' to start the process. The software will close, and an installer will download to the desktop.
3. NOTE: If unsaved changes exist, the system may ask to exit. Choose 'No' to save changes and return to the software, then repeat step 1.
4. Navigate to and open the downloaded installer file.
5. If prompted by system settings, click 'Yes' to allow changes.
6. Click 'Close' to exit the installer. The software update is complete.

Chapter 8: Accessories

Configuration Tools

• MQDC-506-USB: Pro Converter Cable (1.83 m / 6 ft) with 5-pin M12 quick disconnect to Device and USB to PC. Required for configuration software connection.
• PRO-KIT: Includes Pro Converter Cable (MQDC-506-USB), Splitter (CSB-M1251FM1251M), and Power Supply (PSW-24-1).

Cordsets

Banner offers 5-pin M12 cordsets in various lengths and configurations:

• Female Single-Ended, Straight: Models BC-M12F5-22-1 (1m) through BC-M12F5-22-15 (15m). Diagrams show dimensions and pinout (Brown, White, Blue, Black, Gray).
• Female Single-Ended, Right-Angle: Models BC-M12F5A-22-1 (1m) through BC-M12F5A-22-15 (15m). Diagrams show dimensions and pinout (Brown, White, Blue, Black, Gray).

Brackets

• SMBK50RA: Right-angle bracket made of 14-gauge 304 stainless steel.
• SMBAMSK50R: Adjustable mounting bracket made of 14-gauge 304 stainless steel.

Chapter 9: Product Support

Clean with Compressed Air

Handle the sensor carefully. Sensor windows soiled by fingerprints, dust, water, or oil can degrade performance. Use filtered, compressed air to blow dust from the sensor.

Repairs

Contact Banner Engineering for troubleshooting. Do not attempt internal repairs as there are no field-replaceable parts. Banner's Applications Engineers will advise on the RMA procedure for defective units. If instructed to return a device, pack it carefully; shipping damage is not covered by warranty.

Contact Us

Banner Engineering Corp. headquarters is located at: 9714 Tenth Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55441, USA. Phone: +1 888 373 6767. For worldwide locations and representatives, visit www.bannerengineering.com.

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Banner Engineering Corp. warrants products against defects in material and workmanship for one year from shipment. Banner will repair or replace defective products free of charge. This warranty does not cover damage from misuse, abuse, or improper application/installation. This warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties. Banner is not liable for extra costs, expenses, losses, or damages resulting from product defects or inability to use the product.

Banner Engineering Corp. reserves the right to change product designs without obligation. Misuse, abuse, or unauthorized modifications void the warranty. All specifications are subject to change.

Chapter 9: Product Support

Clean with Compressed Air

Handle the sensor with care during installation and operation. Sensor windows soiled by fingerprints, dust, water, oil, etc. may create stray light that may degrade the peak performance of the sensor. Blow dust from the sensor using filtered, compressed air.

Repairs

Contact Banner Engineering for troubleshooting of this device. Do not attempt any repairs to this Banner device; it contains no field-replaceable parts or components. If the device, device part, or device component is determined to be defective by a Banner Applications Engineer, they will advise you of Banner's RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) procedure.

IMPORTANT: If instructed to return the device, pack it with care. Damage that occurs in return shipping is not covered by warranty.

Contact Us

Banner Engineering Corp. headquarters is located at: 9714 Tenth Avenue North | Minneapolis, MN 55441, USA | Phone: +1 888 373 6767

For worldwide locations and local representatives, visit www.bannerengineering.com.

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