InSightSnAPP Reference Manual
InSightSnAPP Reference Manual
Reference Manual
2024 November 18
Revision: 24.1.0.3
Legal Notices
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Precautions
Precautions
To reduce the risk of injury or equipment damage, observe the following precautions when you install the Cognex product:
l The safety of any system incorporating this product is the responsibility of the assembler of the system.
l Do not install Cognex products where they are exposed to environmental hazards such as excessive heat, dust,
moisture, humidity, impact, vibration, corrosive substances, flammable substances, or static electricity.
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 Do not expose the image sensor to laser light. Image sensors can be damaged by direct, or reflected, laser light. If
your application requires laser light that might strike the image sensor, use a lens filter at the corresponding laser
wavelength. For suggestions, contact your local integrator or application engineer.
l This product does not contain user-serviceable parts. Do not make electrical or mechanical modifications to product
components. Unauthorized modifications can void your warranty.
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 Include service loops with cable connections.
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 is tighter than 10X the cable diameter.
l This device should be used in accordance with the instructions in this manual.
l All specifications are for reference purposes only and can change without notice.
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Symbols
Symbols
The following symbols indicate safety precautions and supplemental information:
WARNING: This symbol indicates a hazard that could cause death, serious personal injury or electrical shock.
CAUTION: This symbol indicates a hazard that could result in property damage.
Tip: This symbol indicates suggestions and shortcuts that might not otherwise be apparent.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Legal Notices 2
Precautions 3
Symbols 4
Table of Contents 5
Getting Started 7
About the In-Sight SnAPP Series 7
Illumination Options for In-Sight SnAPP 8
Accessories 9
Mounting Brackets 9
Cables 9
Support 9
Setting Up Your In-Sight Vision Sensor 11
Vision Sensor Layout 11
Dimensions 13
In-Sight SnAPP with 16 mm Lens 13
In-Sight SnAPP with 6.2 mm Lens - Right Angle Configuration 14
Field of View and Working Distance 15
In-Sight SnAPP with 6.2 mm Lens 15
In-Sight SnAPP Mini with 16 mm Lens 16
Connecting the Vision Sensor 17
Mounting the Vision Sensor 17
Connecting the Ethernet Cable 21
Connecting the Power and I/O Breakout Cable 22
Connecting to a USB-C Device 22
Indicator LEDs 22
Using Your In-Sight SnAPP Vision Sensor 24
How to Connect to the Vision Sensor 24
Network Settings 25
Factory Reset 25
Perform Factory Reset through Cognex Device Discovery Utility 25
Perform Factory Reset Manually with the Vision Sensor Buttons 26
Trigger Types 26
Industrial Protocols 28
Device I/O 28
Specifications 29
In-Sight SnAPP Series Vision Sensor 29
In-Sight SnAPP Series Vision Sensor Image Sensor 29
LED and Laser Wavelengths 30
Acquisition Trigger Input 30
High-Speed Outputs 31
High Speed Output Wiring 32
Ethernet Cable 33
Power and I/O Breakout Cable Specifications 34
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CCB-PWRIO-05 35
Cleaning and Maintenance 36
Clean the Housing 36
Clean the Vision Sensor Image Sensor Window 36
Clean the Vision Sensor Lens Cover 36
Regulations and Conformity 37
中 国 大陆 RoHS (Information for China RoHS Compliance) 38
For European Community Users 38
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Getting Started
Getting Started
This section provides general information about the In-Sight SnAPP series vision sensor and the accessories and systems.
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Illumination Options for In-Sight SnAPP
The following illumination options are available for In-Sight SnAPP vision sensors:
l High Powered Illumination for 16 mm lens:
High-powered integrated light attachments are available in RED or WHITE color options for In-Sight SnAPP vision
sensors using a 16 mm lens.
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Accessories
You can purchase the following components separately. For a list of options and accessories, contact your local Cognex
sales representative.
Mounting Brackets
Accessory Product Number Illustration
Universal mounting bracket DM100-UBRK-000
Cables
Note: Cables are sold separately.
Support
Many resources are available to help you use the vision sensor:
l For extended software help, please see the Software Guide, available on the device.
l For training videos and additional resources, please visit the SnAPP landing page: cognex.com/in-sight-snapp-
support.
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Note: For the latest documentation, visit: support.cognex.com/documentation/in-sight.
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Setting Up Your In-Sight Vision Sensor
Note:
l Cables are sold separately.
l If a standard component is missing or damaged, immediately contact your Cognex Authorized Service Provider
(ASP) or Cognex Technical Support.
CAUTION: All cable connectors are keyed to fit the connectors on the vision sensor. Do not force the connections or
damage may occur.
Number Description
1 Power I/O Breakout cable connector
2 USB-C slot (with plastic cover)
3 Ethernet connector
4 Illumination LEDs
5 LED aimer
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Setting Up Your In-Sight Vision Sensor
Number Description
6 Trigger button
7 Tune button
8 Indicator LEDs
9 Power LED indicator
10 Train/Trigger status LED indicator
11 Good/bad inspection LED indicator
12 Communication LED indicator
13 Error LED indicator
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Setting Up Your In-Sight Vision Sensor
Dimensions
The following sections list dimensions of the vision sensor.
Note:
l Dimensions are in millimeters and are for reference purposes only.
l All specifications are for reference purposes only and can change without notice.
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Setting Up Your In-Sight Vision Sensor
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Setting Up Your In-Sight Vision Sensor
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Setting Up Your In-Sight Vision Sensor
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Setting Up Your In-Sight Vision Sensor
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Setting Up Your In-Sight Vision Sensor
1. Align the vision sensor with the holes on the universal mounting bracket.
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Setting Up Your In-Sight Vision Sensor
Note: The vision sensor has two sets of threaded holes for mounting. Use only one set depending on the best
configuration for your application. For the threaded holes closer to the front of the vision sensor you need M3X5
screws, for those closer to the connectors M3X9.
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Setting Up Your In-Sight Vision Sensor
3. If needed, you can rotate the mounting bracket up to 45 degrees. To do so, loosen the screw in the curved slot.
Note:
Mounting the vision sensor at a slight, 15 degree angle reduces reflections and improves performance.
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Setting Up Your In-Sight Vision Sensor
1. Connect the M12 connector of the Ethernet cable to the vision sensor ENET connector.
2. Connect the RJ-45 connector of the Ethernet cable to a switch/router or PC, as applicable.
Note: Besides powering the vision sensor through a Breakout Cable, it is possible to power through PoE (Power over
Ethernet) connection as well, in which case it is not necessary to use a Breakout Cable.
In-Sight SnAPP configurations support PoE connection.
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Setting Up Your In-Sight Vision Sensor
Note:
l Perform wiring or adjustments to I/O devices when the vision sensor is not receiving power.
l You can clip unused wires short or use a tie made of non-conductive material to tie them back. Keep bare wires
separated from the +24 V DC wire.
1. Verify that the 24 V DC power supply is unplugged and not receiving power.
2. Attach the +24 V DC connector of the Power and I/O Breakout cable and Ground wires to the corresponding
terminals on the power supply. For more information, see Specifications on page 29.
3. Attach the M12 connector of the Power and I/O Breakout Cable to the 24 V DC connector of the vision sensor.
4. Restore power to the 24 V DC power supply and turn it on if necessary.
Note:
l You can find the MAC address on the back of the vision sensor.
l TCP/IP is the only protocol supported through USB-C. You have to use I/O, or Ethernet communications
for all other run-time output. Make sure the USB port your vision sensor is connected to is not assigned
to a static IP and that you have enabled DHCP.
Indicator LEDs
The table summarizes the functions of the indicator LEDs on In-Sight SnAPP vision sensors.
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Setting Up Your In-Sight Vision Sensor
RED, blinking Light edges blink in RED when the device produces a fail result when it does not
find a decoding after a timeout.
Note: In case of a fail result, the Pass/Fail indicator LED is also blinking in
RED.
WHITE Light edges are WHITE when you trigger the Identify function in In-Sight SnAPP.
Power LED indicator ON The device is ON.
OFF The device is OFF.
Train/Trigger status LED ON If the device has a trained code, this LED is GREEN.
indicator OFF If the device has no trained code, this LED is OFF.
Pass/Fail LED indicator GREEN, The device produces a pass result.
blinking
Note: In case of a pass result, light edges are also blinking in GREEN.
RED, blinking The device produces a fail result when it does not find a decoding after a timeout.
Note: In case of a fail result, light edges are also blinking in RED.
Communication LED ON This LED is ON when the In-Sight SnAPP established the Ethernet connection.
indicator OFF This LED is OFF when there is no Ethernet connection.
Error ON This LED is ON when the In-Sight SnAPP vision sensor detects an error.
The In-Sight SnAPP apps have the following pass and fail criteria:
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Using Your In-Sight SnAPP Vision Sensor
You can search for vision sensors by using the search bar or the filters.
You can search by:
l Model
l DHCP: enabled/disabled
l Status: Discovered, Misconfigured, Unknown
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Using Your In-Sight SnAPP Vision Sensor
Network Settings
Configure the settings of your vision sensor by clicking on Network Settings. You can change the Host Name or set a User
Name and a Password. You can also import network settings by clicking on the Import Settings button. Click Apply to save
your changes.
Factory Reset
You can reset the vision sensor to the factory settings in the following ways:
l Cognex Device Discovery
l Buttons on the vision sensor
l Factory Reset tab in the Settings of the vision sensor
See In-Sight SnAPP Software Help.
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Using Your In-Sight SnAPP Vision Sensor
1. Press and hold the Tune button from initial power on.
2. Wait for the indicator LEDs to start flashing green and red, and you hear a beep.
3. Press the Trigger button once within the next 10 seconds. You hear another beep.
4. You can now let go of the Tune button.
5. The vision sensor performs factory reset and reboots.
The procedure is aborted and the device boots normally in the following cases:
l If you press or hold the Trigger button before step 2 is completed.
l If you release the Tune button before steps 2 or 3 are completed.
l If you do not press the Trigger button within the allotted 10 seconds.
Trigger Types
The In-Sight SnAPP vision sensors support the following trigger modes:
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Using Your In-Sight SnAPP Vision Sensor
l Self: The vision sensor acquires an image and runs the job continuously at a time interval you configure between 400
ms and 2000 ms.
l Single: Using an external trigger source, the vision sensor acquires an image and runs the job.
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Using Your In-Sight SnAPP Vision Sensor
Industrial Protocols
The vision sensor supports the following industrial protocols:
l EtherNet/IP™, EDS and PLC
l PROFINET (Class B)
l SLMP Protocol
l SFTP
Device I/O
The In-Sight SnAPP has the following pre-defined input and output lines:
For more information about the signals and wiring, see CCB-PWRIO-05 on page 35.
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Specifications
Specifications
The following sections list general specifications for the vision sensor.
Note: IP67 rating applies only if all blind plugs and cables are attached properly, or the provided
connector plug is installed. Also, make sure that the IP67-rated cover is installed properly.
Inputs VIL: ≤ ± 6 V
0 (Trigger), 1
VIH: ≥ ± 12 V
ITYP: 4.2 mA @ 24 V
Ethernet 10/100/1000. Full duplex or half duplex.
Program Storage 20 for each Application
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Specifications
l To trigger from an NPN type photoelectric sensor or PLC output, connect COMMON IN to +24 VDC and connect IN 0
to the output of the photoelectric sensor. When the output turns ON, it pulls TRIGGER down to 0 VDC, turning the
opto-coupler ON.
l To trigger from a PNP photoelectric sensor or PLC output, connect IN 0 to the output of the photoelectric sensor and
connect COMMON IN to 0 VDC. When the output turns ON, it pulls TRIGGER up to +24 VDC, turning the opto-
coupler ON.
Number Input
1 IN 0
2 COMMON IN
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Specifications
High-Speed Outputs
Specification Description
Voltages VMAX: 26 VDC through external load
VOL: ≤ ± 3 V @ 50 mA
Current IMAX: 50 mA maximum sink or source current
Each line is protected against over-current, short circuits and transients from switching inductive loads.
High current inductive loads require an external protection diode.
For NPN lines, the external load should be connected between the output and the positive supply voltage (< 26 VDC). The
output pulls down to less than 3 VDC when ON, which causes current to flow through the load. When the output is OFF, no
current flows through the load.
Number Output
1 NPN OUT
2 COMMON OUT
For PNP lines, the external load should be connected between the output and the negative supply voltage (0 VDC). When
connected to a 24 VDC power supply, the output pulls up greater than 21 VDC when ON, and current flows through the load.
When the output is OFF, no current flows through the load.
Number Output
1 COMMON OUT
2 PNP OUT
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Specifications
To connect to a PNP-compatible PLC input, connect one of the vision sensor's high-speed outputs directly to the PLC input.
When enabled, the output pulls the PLC input up to greater than 21 VDC.
To connect the high-speed outputs to a relay, LED or similar load, connect the negative side of the load to the output and the
positive side to +24VDC. When the output switches on, the negative side of the load is pulled down to less than 3 VDC, and
21 VDC appears across the load. Use a protection diode for a large inductive load, with the anode connected to the output
and the cathode connected to +24 VDC.
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Specifications
Ethernet Cable
The Ethernet cable provides Ethernet connectivity to the vision sensor. The Ethernet cable is used to connect the vision
sensor to other network devices.
CAUTION: The Ethernet cable shield has to be grounded at the far end. If the far end device is not grounded, add a
ground wire in compliance with local electrical codes. The cable is typically plugged into a switch or router, which has to
have a grounded Ethernet connector. Use a digital voltmeter to validate the grounding.
Note:
l Cables are sold separately.
l The wiring for this cable follows standard industrial Ethernet M12 specifications. It differs from the 568B
standard.
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Specifications
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Specifications
CCB-PWRIO-05
The Power and I/O Breakout cable provides access to trigger and high-speed outputs.
The figure on the left shows the plug on the device.
3 RxD Brown
4 Out 3 White/Brown
5 In 1 Violet
6 Common In White/Violet
7 +24 VDC Red
8 GND Black
9 Common Out Green
10 In 0 Orange
11 Out 0 Blue
12 Out 1 Grey
Note:
l Cables are sold separately.
l Perform wiring or adjustments to I/O devices when the vision sensor is not receiving power.
l You can cut exposed wires short or trim wire ends. You also can tie the wires back if you use a tie made of non-
conductive material. Keep bare wires separated from the +24 V DC wire.
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Cleaning and Maintenance
CAUTION: Do not attempt to clean any In-Sight product with harsh or corrosive solvents, including lye, methyl ethyl
ketone (MEK) or gasoline.
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Regulations and Conformity
In-Sight SnAPP vision sensors have Regulatory Model numbers 50208 and 50210 and meet or exceed 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.
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Regulations and Conformity
Hazardous Substances 有 害 物质
Part Name Lead (Pb) Mercury (Hg) Cadmium Hexavalent Polybrominated Polybrominated
部 件名称 铅 汞 (Cd) Chromium biphenyls (PBB) diphenyl ethers (PBDE)
镉 (Cr (VI)) 多溴联 苯 多 溴二 苯醚
六价铬
Regulatory X O O O O O
Model 50208
Regulatory
Model 50210
This table is prepared in accordance with the provisions of SJ/T 11364.
这 个标签 是 根据 SJ / T 11364 的 规 定 准备 的 。
O: Indicates that said hazardous substance contained in all of the homogeneous materials for this part is below the limit
requirement of GB / T26572 - 2011.
表 示本部 件 所有 均质 材 料中 含 有 的有 害物 质 低于 GB / T26572 - 2011 的 限量要求 。
X: Indicates that said hazardous substance contained in at least one of the homogeneous materials used for this part is
above the limit requirement of GB / T26572 - 2011.
表 示用于 本 部件 的至 少 一种 均 质 材料 中所 含 的危 害 物 质超 过GB / T26572 - 2011 的限 制 要求 。
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.
The crossed out wheeled bin symbol informs you that the product should not be disposed of along with municipal
waste and invites you to use the appropriate separate take-back systems for product disposal.
If you need more information on the collection, reuse, and recycling systems, please contact your local or regional waste
administration.
You may also contact your supplier for more information on the environmental performance of this product.
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