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X-tremely High SpeedPhotoelectric Registration Sensor

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PhotoelectricRegistration Sensor

The SMARTEYE® X-MARKTM is thefastest, most accurate registration mark sensoravailable on the market. The X-MARKTM wasdesigned to target the printing, packaging, andconverting markets. By creating a specificsensor to exceed the current capability of themarket leaders, and at a price that removes allbarriers to change, the X-MARKTM is sure toattract the attention of engineers andpurchasing agents alike.

The SMARTEYE® X-MARKTM uses a 2.2mmlight spot that can detect a mark, edge, orproduct as it approaches the sensor in anydirection. Some competitive models use a lineto give the impression of accuracy, but throughspecific testing, we've discovered that thesevery expensive sensors are not as accurate asthey appear. The X-MARKTM sensors’ 5µsrepeatability provides reassurance of accuracyat the highest speeds in any direction. The onlyquestion is... "How fast can the machine run?"

The sensor was designed as a drop-inreplacement to the existing market leaders. Thebracket system provides the customer with ahole-for-hole configuration that aligns the focalpoint in the exact position of similar sensorscurrently on the market. Having this uniqueability to be a drop-in replacement ensures thecustomer's requirements are met and exceededwithout additional mechanical, electrical, orperformance considerations.

Using the X-MARKTM, High Speed PhotoelectricRegistration Sensor from Tri-Tronics® removesperformance limitations and allows for fullthroughput capacity at the highest speeds inany direction.

Featuresn 10µs Response Timen 5µs Repeatabilityn Four AUTOSET Modes

• Light State• Dark State• Two-Point• Dynamic

n PLC and External ProgrammingThrough the Remote AUTOSET Line

n Connector or Cabled Versionn Full Spectrum, White LEDn Patent No. 5,621,205n AUTOSET – One-Touch Setupn 8-LED Dual-Function Bar Graph

Benefitsn Increase Edge Accuracy at All Speedsn Virtually Eliminate Setup Timen Reduce Material Wasten Eliminate Compensation Software n Repeatable Leading Edge or Trailing

Edge Accuracy Consistently at 5µsn Increase Throughput Capacityn Eliminate Machine Speed Constraintn Quick Changeovern Drop-in Replacement of Existing

Sensors

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Applications

Form, Fill, & Seal High Speed Offset Printing

Many Bracket Configurations Angle for Glare Issues

XMB-1LLeft

XMB-2Front Mount

XMB-1RRight

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FeaturesAGS™ AUTOMATIC GAIN SELECTThis unique feature provides automaticdigital selection of amplifier gain basedupon your sensing requirements.

AUTOSET ADJUSTMENTThe AUTOSET adjustment routine onlyrequires the push of one button, onetime! There are four AUTOSET Modes tochoose from: Light State, Dark State,Two-Point, and Dynamic. Light StateAUTOSET is used when there is a lightbackground with a dark mark; Dark StateAUTOSET is used when there is a darkbackground with a light mark; Two-PointAUTOSET is used when the backgroundand mark are very similar in color orcontrast; Dynamic AUTOSET is usedwhen there is a requirement to jog themark past the sensor on-the-fly, or whenthere isn't an opportunity to stop thesystem for setup.

REMOTE AUTOSETRemotely AUTOSET the sensor byapplying a contact closure from the

Remote AUTOSET input wire to negative(0VDC) or positive (10-30VDC),depending on model, as shown in thewiring diagram. The Remote AUTOSETcommand will duplicate the last manualAUTOSET performed.

EDR® (Patent No. 5,621,205)Another unique feature is the digitallycontrolled EDR (Enhanced DynamicRange) circuit. It prevents Dark Statesaturation and expands the operatingrange without reducing amplifier gain.

CONTRAST INDICATOR™Provides “at-a-glance” performance data.

TIMERWhen the “OFF” delay pulse stretcher isenabled, the output duration is extendedby 10 milliseconds. Enabling the Timerallows ample time for the controller torespond. The time durations of the gapbetween marks must be longer than theselected delay.

HIGH SPEED10µs response time when respondingto Light or Dark State. 5µs repeatability.

CONNECTIONSBuilt-in 5-pin M12 connector, or 6' Cable.

MOUNTING OPTIONSThrough-hole or Bracket Mount.

REMOTE PROGRAMMING (XM/XMC-1Models Only)Remotely program the sensor's fourAUTOSET Modes, Change the Timer,Invert the output, make minoradjustments, and repeat the lastAUTOSET performed by applying acontact closure to negative (0VDC) in asimple sequence of pulses. This can beaccomplished using a PLC pulse train,an HMI, or a momentary pushbuttonswitch.

CONTRAST INDICATOR BAR 8Remains on when signal Strength isabove Bar 8

THRESHOLD POINTBetween Bars 4 & 5

CONTRAST INDICATOR BAR 1Remains on when signal Strength isbelow Bar 1

CONTRAST INDICATORS (8X)Green LED

Note: Insufficient contrast using Two-PointAUTOSET Mode is indicated by a triple-flash of all 8 contrast LEDs.

INVERTRed LEDIlluminates when INVERT is enabled

TIMER INDICATORGreen LEDIlluminates when 10ms pulse stretchTimer is enabled.

OUTPUT INDICATORRed LEDIlluminates when output is OnFlashes when output transistor is overcurrent limit

INVERT/SELECT1.When holding the AUTOSET button,

tap to select the AUTOSET mode.2.Push for two seconds to INVERT

output3.Manual Up adjustment; tap UP to

"Tweak" setting

AUTOSET1.Push and hold for AUTOSET, then

release.2.Manual Down adjust; tap DWN to

"Tweak" setting

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Special Features

Detailed FeaturesREGISTRATION SENSOR

REMOTE PROGRAMMING (XM/XMC-1 Models Only)The Remote Programming feature of the SMARTEYE® X-MARKTM allows thecustomer to configure, AUTOSET, and tweak the sensor using a PLC pulse-train,HMI, NPN transistor output, or momentary pushbutton switch to 0VDC/ground. Thisprovides the customer with control over every aspect of the sensor configurationwithout having to physically touch the sensor. If you have several sensors on yourmachine; have sensors buried deep within the mechanical structure of the machine;or have your sensors in safe areas behind interlocks… you can easily access thesesensors remotely to perform a "digital changeover" due to this unique, specialfeature.

1 2 3 1Delay Delay

L

H D

HMI - Human Machine Interface

Each pulse (L) is low for 40ms to 400ms. The idle time (H) betweenpulses is 40ms to 400ms. The delay (D) between sets of pulses is .75seconds to 5 seconds.

Example: Invert Mode - Normal

(Mark Samples)

INITIATE AUTOSET: After selecting therequired AUTOSET MODE…

A. LIGHT STATE AUTOSET MODE - Placethe light background in view, press andrelease the AUTOSET button.

B. DARK STATE AUTOSET MODE - Placethe dark background in view, press andrelease the AUTOSET.

C. TWO-POINT (Span Adjustment) - Placethe background in view, press and releasethe AUTOSET button. Then place the markin view, press and release the AUTOSETbutton.

D. DYNAMIC - With the background in view, press and hold the AUTOSET button move the mark in view, or past the sensor,then release the AUTOSET button.

INVERT: To invert the output, press and hold the INVERT button for 2 seconds.TIMER: To select the 10ms pulse stretcher, press and hold both buttons.REMOTE AUTOSET:1. When using the Remote AUTOSET line, the AUTOSET mode must first be selected manually via the pushbuttons, see SelectAUTOSET Mode.2. To initiate a Remote AUTOSET, pulse the AUTOSET line using the same sequence as specified in the pushbutton instructionsfor that AUTOSET mode. The pulse must have a minimum duration of .75 seconds and is active low for XM/XMC-1 and -2models and active high for XM/XMC-3 models. See Connections and Dimensions.NOTE: AUTOSET automatically selects Output “ON” for mark. LT/DK line on XM/XMC-2 and -3 models will override automaticoutput selection.

AUTOSET ProcedureSELECT AUTOSET MODE:While holding down the AUTOSET button, tap the "SELECT" button to advance through thefour modes. The direction of the LED's indicates the current AUTOSET mode illustratedbelow. When desired AUTOSET mode is selected, release the AUTOSET button. (See belowINITIATE AUTOSET for details)

A. LIGHT STATE B. DARK STATE C. TWO-POINT D. DYNAMIC

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How to Specify1. Select Sensor:

SMARTEYE® X-MARKTM

Registration Sensor

2. Select Cable:Blank = 6’ CableC = M12 Pigtail Connector

GSEC-66' (1.8 m) Shielded cable

GSEC-1515' (4.6 m) Shielded cable

GSEC-2525' (7.62 m) Shielded cable

GRSEC-66' (1.8 m) Right angle shielded cable

GRSEC-1515' (4.6 m) Right angle shielded cable

GRSEC-2525' (7.62 m) Right angle shielded cable

GX-2525' (7.62 m) Extension cable

Hardware & AccessoriesMicro Cable Selection Guide, 8-wire, M12

XMB-1LLeft

XMB-1RRight

XMB-2Front Mount

SMARTEYE® X-MARKTM

Registration Sensor

Blank = 6’ CableC = M12 Pigtail Connector

Output Configuration-1 = NPN/PNP-2 = NPN w/ Remote LT/DK-3 = PNP w/ Remote LT/DK

Lens MaterialBlank = GlassP = Acrylic

Example: XM C -1 P

Mounting Brackets

11mm.4 in.

16.5mm.6 in.

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Spot Size: 2.2mm .09 in.

Sensing Range

3. Select Output Configuration:-1 = NPN/PNP-2 = NPN w/ Remote LT/DK-3 = PNP w/ Remote LT/DK

4. Select Lens Material:Blank = GlassP = Acrylic

Specifications

Brown* (1)Red

GreenBlack* (4)

WhiteWhite* (2)

Blue* (3)Black

LOAD

LOAD

BlueGray* (5)

Pos

NPN(Sink)

PNP(Source)

Neg

RemoteAUTOSET

30 VDC10 To

Dual Output Wiring

RemoteLT/DK

PNP Output Wiring

LOAD

Pos

PNP(Source)

Neg

RemoteAUTOSET

30 VDC10 To**

Brown* (1)Red

GreenBlack* (4)

WhiteWhite* (2)

Blue* (3)Black

BlueGray* (5)

2.056

0.2500.250

2.556

6.000

Cable Boot

M12 Connector ForConnector Models

Remote SetRemote SetGRAYGRAY

WIRING:WIRING:

NPNNPNWHITEWHITE

NegativeNegativePositivePositive

PNPPNPBLUEBLUE

BROWNBROWN

BLACKBLACK

10 to 30 VDC10 to 30 VDC

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REGISTRATION SENSOR

6' Cable ForCabled Models

RENI V

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TCS E L

ST O

HOLD AUTOSET.TAP SELECT TO CHANGE MODE.

RELEASE.

UA

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0.9002.442

XMB-1L/RXMB-2

0.713

0.832

0.900

0.891

4X M5 C'SINK

3.8422.056

GRAIN

.250

3.150

1.102

1.535

.250

.276

2X Ø.200

2.2212.556

1.102

1.575

2.082

2.056

1.000

.8881.200

1.000

2.056

.354

2.131

2.781

1.102

3.093

* - Sensors with connectors

M12 Male Connector

2

3

1

4

5

Closed = Dark On** - Open = Light On* - Sensors with connectors

5

4

1

3

2

M12 MaleConnector

10 To30 VDC

AUTOSETRemote

Neg

(Sink)NPN

Pos

LOAD

NPN Output Wiring

LT/DKRemote

**

Gray* (5)Blue

BlackBlue* (3)

White* (2)White

Black* (4)Green

RedBrown* (1)

1 - Positive2 - Remote LT/DK3 - Negative4 - Output5 - Remote AUTOSET

1 - Positive2 - NPN3 - Negative4 - PNP5 - Remote AUTOSET

Connections and Dimensions SMARTEYE® X-MARKTM

SUPPLY VOLTAGE• 10 to 30 VDC• Polarity Protected• Intended for use in Class 2 circuits

CURRENT REQUIREMENTS• 30mA (exclusive of load)

OUTPUT TRANSISTORS• (1) NPN and/or (1) PNP output transistor.

Note: Dependent on Model; see "How toSpecify, #3".

• Outputs sink or source up to 150mA(current limit)

• All outputs are continuously short circuitprotected

REMOTE AUTOSET INPUT • XM/XMC-1 & 2 Models – Momentary

sinking input (1mA)• XM/XMC-3 Models – Momentary sourcing

input (1mA)Note: Remote programming available inXM/XMC-1 Models only.

REMOTE LT/DK INPUT• XM/XMC-2 Model – Connect to

Negative/0VDC• XM/XMC-3 Model – Connect to

Positive/10-30VDC

RESPONSE TIME• 10µs

REPEATABILITY• 5µs

LED LIGHT SOURCE• White = Broadband Color Spectrum

DIAGNOSTIC INDICATORS• Contrast Indicator – Display scaled

reading of sensor’s response tocontrasting light levels (light vs. dark) onan 8 bar LED displayNote: All 8 LEDs will flash three timesif contrast insufficient or too low inTwo-Point AUTOSET mode.

• Red LED Output Indicator – Illuminates when the sensor’s outputtransistors are “ON”

Note: If Output LED flashes, a short circuitcondition exists.

• Green LED Timer Indicator – Illuminateswhen the 10ms pulse stretch timer isenabled

• Red LED INVERT Indicator – Illuminateswhen INVERT is enabled

PUSHBUTTON CONTROL• AUTOSET• INVERT outputs• Manual Adjustments• Timer – 10ms Pulse Stretcher

HYSTERESIS• Dynamic – adjusted by AUTOSET

LIGHT IMMUNITY• Responds to sensor’s pulsed modulated

light source – immune to most ambientlight including indirect sunlight

AMBIENT TEMPERATURE• 10°C to 60°C (50°F to 140°F)

RUGGED CONSTRUCTION• Chemical resistant, high impact

polycarbonate housing• Waterproof ratings: NEMA 4X, 6P and

IP67• Conforms to heavy industry grade CE

requirements

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RoHS CompliantProduct subject to change without notice.

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