Installing DataMan Software and Connecting the Reader

Follow the steps below to install and connect your reader to the DataMan Setup Tool:

  1. Check the DataMan Release Notes for a full list of system requirements.
  2. Download the DataMan Setup Tool from http://www.cognex.com/support/dataman and follow the on-screen steps.
  3. Connect the DataMan 360 Series reader to your PC.
  4. Launch the DataMan Setup Tool and click Refresh.
    Detected readers will appear under COM ports or Network devices, or both.
  5. Select a reader from the list and click Connect.
WARNING:  Do not stare into beam when adding, removing, or changing cables. Cognex recommends to unpower the reader any time you make physical changes to it.

Follow the steps below to connect your reader to power and network:

CAUTION:  I/O wiring or adjustments to I/O devices should be performed when the reader is not receiving power.
CAUTION:  The Ethernet cable shield must be grounded at the far end. Whatever this cable is plugged into (usually a switch or router) should have a grounded Ethernet connector. A digital voltmeter should be used to validate the grounding. If the far end device is not grounded, a ground wire should be added in compliance with local electrical codes.
  1. Connect the I/O+RS232+24V cable to your reader.
  2. For a network connection, connect your reader, through an Ethernet cable, to your network.
  3. Connect the cable to a 24V power supply.